[RBW] Recommendations for 650b tires in 42 to 45mm range?

What about Simworks Homage tires? Perhaps they are a good compromise with both semi slick tread and knobbies. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] Recommendations for 650b tires in 42 to 45mm range?

I just purchased René Hearse Pumpkin Ridge and now I’m on the search some gravel. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Recommendations for 650b tires in 42 to 45mm range?

What about Simworks Homage tires? Sort of the best of both world with semi slick tread and knobbies, perhaps. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] RBW Seattle bike shops!

What area do you live in? I don’t take my bikes to shops for service except for a few things, but when I do need help I go to 20/20 Cycles in the CD. They don’t sell Rivs (or any new bikes) but have a Riv-adjacent philosophy and are good folks. Bike Works and Back Alley are also solid places.

[RBW] Recommendations for 650b tires in 42 to 45mm range?

I rode Barlow Pass el on all kinds of dirt roads and trails around here. Are there ones that are too much for them? Sure. That's why I shifted to Steilacoom els and never looked back. Ride the slicks to the nub the shift to Rene Herse nobbies is my suggestion. With abandon, Patrick -- You

[RBW] Recommendations for 650b tires in 42 to 45mm range?

Now that my Appaloosa is sold, I'll be dependent on my road bike until the Boots lands (6 long months perhaps). This road bike been converted (ie Rivified) to 650b and Boscos. I have Babyshoe Pass tires tubeless on it at the moment. It rides very nice. They feel a bit too delicate for

[RBW] Re: RBW Seattle bike shops!

I second both Back Alley and Free Range. I also recommend Counterbalance (along Burke Gilman near U-village). Recycled Cycles in the U-district has good used parts bind to scavenge. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Two Midsummer Nights' Dream Bikepacking Pikes Peak

Aye, Andy, brain plasticity is a wondrous thing! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Rain Cape Recommendation

Oh, and again, 2 stacks of large washers attached to the tail of my Campmore keep it from flying up in the wind. On Mon, Jun 24, 2019 at 4:03 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > One caveat if you ride in rainy but warm weather, and if you sweat easily: > I found that wearing the Carradice Ducksback and

Re: [RBW] Re: Rain Cape Recommendation

One caveat if you ride in rainy but warm weather, and if you sweat easily: I found that wearing the Carradice Ducksback and the Carradice bright yellow nylon model I quickly overheated and started sweating, and found the Campmore weight much more comfortable. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Rain Cape Recommendation

Anyone tried one of these: http://www.bicycleclothing.com/Rain-Capes.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: FS: Small HubbuHubbuh tandem

It's sold now. Thanks. On Monday, June 24, 2019 at 11:25:46 AM UTC-4, David Crowell wrote: > > I mentioned this bike on here once before. Everyone agreed it would be a > great deal, but it seems those who want one already have one. > > So, small (fits me fine at 5'10", but my stoker is 5'1")

[RBW] Re: RBW Seattle bike shops!

Back Alley Bike Repair located downtown built up my AHH last year and did a great job. Free Range Cycles in Fremont used to carry a riv or two, not sure if they still do but I'd trust them also. I bought a Surly LHT from them years ago and I'd always take it in for servicing. On Monday, June

[RBW] ISO Homer Hilsen size 46

The Homer Hilsen looks like the perfect bike for me, but they no longer make it small enough! Help! Anyone have a size 46 they’re looking To Sell? I’m in the Seattle area. Let me know! Rachel -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: WTB: 52 Clem L or 45 Clem H

Thanks! I think I just found out the same thing. I thought the frames were sold out but it turns out that they weren't up for preorder. I shot an email to rivendell and they are checking things out for me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: WTB: 52 Clem L or 45 Clem H

According to one of the last emails from Riv, they are not doing any preorders for framesets, only for the completes. So, you should still be able to get either color frameset whenever they get them in. Jonathan On Sunday, June 23, 2019 at 8:23:49 PM UTC-5, Johnny Alien wrote: > > I'm not

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Noodle 48cm

Found a set. Thanks to this great list! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: Entirely on topic: A good book

Happy to share. If listers are interested in the American SW and, more particularly, in the Hispanic SW and its relationships and partial amalgamation with the SW Pueblo tribes, 3 other books might interest them: 1. Great River, Paul Horgan's massive classic on the history of the peoples who

Re: [RBW] Re: Economical Clem

Back when I was still working in an office across town, I found myself commuting on beaters while my 2003 custom Road hung on the wall (I also had the 1999 custom Road). In 2006 I had Dave Porter de-derailleur it for use as a fixed gear commuter, and that has been the bike's role ever since. The

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Gus Boots For Sale on Riv Site

Hi Mark, Here's the list of Rivendell's I have either owned or had a chance to ride - Sam 51, Appaloosa 46 & 51, Clem 45, Atlantis 50 and Homer 47.5 Boots is on the Appaloosa/Atlantis/Clem end of the spectrum. The ride feels relatively more 'stable' (likely because the small size fits me

[RBW] WTB/WTT: Sackville Saddlesack Medium - Tan or Grid Grey

Longshot weirdo WTB/WTT, but I'm looking for a Sackville Saddlesack Medium in either Tan or Grid Grey. I have a Saddlesack Medium in Olive which I'd be happy to trade outright or plus/minus some cash depending on our dueling cosmetic conditions. I can also purchase yours outright. Condition

[RBW] Re: Economical Clem

What's amusing about the "what if I scratch my nice Riv" worries is this project didn't start as a nice Riv. It was supposed to come in a flat black you could easily rattlecan now and again to cover scratches, but somewhere along the line they chickened out and made it pretty!  -- You

[RBW] Re: Economical Clem

I just bought my son an Appaloosa on closeout from one of Riv's dealers. The bike absolutely rocks. And I was skeptical at first. I have a Toyo era Atlantis, so the notion of Choco-Moose bars and really long chainstays did not resonate. I was so wrong. The moose bars are terrific, the long

[RBW] Re: FS: 46cm Appaloosa frameset (almost new)

SOLD. On Friday, 21 June 2019 11:08:41 UTC-7, Ash wrote: > > BUMP! > > Forgot to mention in the initial post, it includes seat post as well. > > Detailed pictures: > https://www.dropbox.com/sh/4agowcbujxza8qi/AADlbnJhYugPsvIVk5HTd664a?dl=0 > > I will also include a pair of Schwalbe Big Apples

[RBW] FS: Small HubbuHubbuh tandem

That's a crazy good deal, someone will be by with a small envelope of cash in no time. Enjoy your kitchen! -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] Re: Rain Cape Recommendation

I'm a big fan of the Carradice Duxback poncho. Used two seasons now for daily use and no real complaints. The fabric (waxes canvas?) is heavy and does not flap much at all. There are two interior nylon loops for your hands to hold it in place, but with my setup (swept flat bar) it drapes

[RBW] Re: Economical Clem

I encourage everyone to get a Riv for a commuter bike...and not to worry about a few scratches. I bought my SimpleOne as a commuter for center city Philadelphia. Having gone through a number of cheap bikes that "I wouldn't be afraid to lock up," I found that I hated riding them. They were

[RBW] Re: Entirely on topic: A good book

Thanks for the recommendation Patrick. The book (and thousands of others) is also available for free for Kindle and in other formats from Project Gutenberg, the community of volunteers Amazon almost gives credit to for producing the E-book they distribute. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4277

[RBW] FS: Small HubbuHubbuh tandem

I mentioned this bike on here once before. Everyone agreed it would be a great deal, but it seems those who want one already have one. So, small (fits me fine at 5'10", but my stoker is 5'1") HubbuHubbuh with SON dynohub, Nitto front rack, Wald basket, B headlight, Rich Lesnick wheels, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse rene crankset ultegra chains?

Doug, I would go with the lower gears, but that's just me. Every time I think "maybe I'll try these lower gears, just to see" I end up keeping them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Carrying Water on bikes w/ minimal bottle cage mounts

i use a revelate feed bag for an extra bottle or these work great too... https://www.amazon.com/SKS-Germany-11231-Anywhere-Bicycle-Attachment/dp/B0144NTZOU On Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at 6:58:22 AM UTC-5, RDS wrote: > > How do you carry multiple bottles or larger bottles (32 oz) on bikes w/ >

Re: [RBW] Seeking Rivendell owner in Austin, TX

If you are ever in Houston, I have 59 Clem L in Grilver that I am selling. Absolutely flawless: CLEM rack, brand new Brooks B68, MKS pedals, Riv bottles and original boxing. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Entirely on topic: A good book

Second this recommendation, great book and I think folks on this list-serve would also appreciate the ethos. On Monday, June 17, 2019 at 2:13:48 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > And one that fits right in with Rivendell, IMO. > > *Two Years Before The Mast *by Richard Henry Dana. > > I'm

[RBW] DIY Leather Grips

Hi All, I'm saddle-soaping my grips, after a winter of neglect... What's *not* visible in the pictures is my new practice of cutting the underlying rubber grip in *half*, so that the entire assembly isn't

[RBW] Re: Where to buy Pletscher Rack Easy-Fix adapter and/or basket? [In the USA]

Thorusa seems to have a lot of Pletscher partsJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post

[RBW] FS: Steve Rex touring fork w/ Paul Racer brake, Pass rack

Do not forget, one can chop the extra tube length off and rethread or use threadless on any other sized frame size. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] RBW Seattle bike shops!

Hi RBWOB! I Live in Seattle and wanted to know your favorite bike shop to take your Riv! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Latvia, Estonia, Finland bike trip suggestions?

Hi Michael, I just got back from a trip to Finland, Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania. We mostly visited the capital cities in each country. Unfortunately, I didn't do any cycling, but if I can share any other information, let me know. I will say that we saw lots of people cycling in all of the

[RBW] Re: #ClemWaiting

I have the 52cm green one on order for my son who got a bike stolen from outside his apartment last year and no longer owns a bike. I already have three Rivs - a 46 Appaloosa, a 47cm Roadini and a 55cm Cheviot, but this is the first Riv a family member is receiving. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Economical Clem

This thread ties in well with some thinking I'd been doing along the same lines. I was originally going to build up a 90s MTB as a townie/errand runner/occasional overnighter/occasional dirt road, double track, or light single track excursion, then started thinking I'd get a Surly Troll

[RBW] Re: FS: Steve Rex touring fork w/ Paul Racer brake, Pass rack

New price- $400 includes shipping. Thanks, Paul On Saturday, 22 June 2019 15:30:33 UTC-7, Paul M wrote: > > 700c > > On Wednesday, 19 June 2019 09:44:05 UTC-7, Paul M wrote: >> >> Hello, I sold my Steve Rex touring frame and kept the fork to put on my >> Rosco. I've decided not to, so maybe

Re: [RBW] Re: Rain Cape Recommendation

Matt - do you find the Cleverhood packable? The Vaude's flapping irritates me enough that I would consider something bulkier and costlier *if* it still fits in a smaller pannier... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent + Titanium Stakes

The Copper Spur tent has been sold. Cheers, -Jack K. On Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 4:14:22 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote: > > Hey Riv-folk, > > After extensive research I bought this latest gen Big Agnes Copper Spur HV > UL2 tent last year for use backpacking & bike touring with 1 or 2 people. > Last

[RBW] Re: Rain Cape Recommendation

I've been using one of the RBW ponchos for years of commuting. The fabric is heavy enough that it doesn't flap in the wind. On the downside the PVC reacted with a bag I stored it in, creating bright red spotches on the yellow. Now it looks rather gruesome, but still works. I would also check

[RBW] Re: Saddles for wet butts

Check out the PDW Dios Thronos. We have them on our "rain bikes". https://ridepdw.com/collections/web-specials/products/dios-thronous?variant=24825148865# -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Saddles for wet butts

Riv has Aardvark saddle covers, they work and are less $ than another saddle. On Monday, June 24, 2019 at 2:01:41 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Or just cover your trusty leather saddle. 10 miles is too long for me to > fake it, I gotta have my B17. -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Saddles for wet butts

Covering it with a plastic bag would help too. On Monday, June 24, 2019 at 12:15:24 AM UTC-4, Drw wrote: > > Thanks Dave. This is great Info and what I was hoping to hear. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] iBob cross post: VO stem clunkin' around in there

With a sliding wedge (or other internal binding stem) the firm fit it from the force against the inside of the steerer where the wedge (or other bolt-driven thing) pushes against the tube wall. If you have a lot of quill inserted in your steerer at your bar height level adjustment, you have a

Re: [RBW] Saddles for wet butts

The normal Cambium doesn't seem to have any problem with rain either. The one on my touring bike has been ridden multiple times in day-long rain, and hasn't suffered. On Monday, 24 June 2019 12:12:16 UTC+10, David Bivins wrote: > > The all-weather Cambium will last forever. It's basically a

[RBW] Re: Two Midsummer Nights' Dream Bikepacking Pikes Peak

Fabulous photos again. Your self shot results make *my* brain ache. I'm always impressed by the body's never-ending efforts to compensate for a functional limitation. Your observations of riding in a state you'd previously not attempt or do s in a cursory way are right on. Sometimes gentle

[RBW] Re: WTB English Rain coat

I snapped up a Hiltrek Ventile for our friend from a lister. Providing shelter like "my own tent" during foul weather riding. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh

Re: [RBW] Saddles for wet butts

Or just cover your trusty leather saddle. 10 miles is too long for me to fake it, I gotta have my B17. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to