Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

Funny story (or perhaps I shouldn't admit my brain works so oddly): I did that 'read through the typo' thing and it came out as "us wee women."  -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Roof-topping a Clem L

Dude, I've owned the 52cm version of that bike and I'd be in traction trying to put it on my also-not-tall Chevy Impala. I don't need to be injured before the ride starts! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Roof-topping a Clem L

I've looked at Curt and other bolt-on solutions. Unfortunately, no one can confirm fitment for my car yet ... probably too new (2020). Both Volvo and Stealth make a retractable hitch for the V60, but they're very expensive and the car is just low enough for me to manage the lift. My car lives

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

*us women, not we women. I got caught up in the allure of alliteration. You’ll forgive it, I hope. -- 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] What Is a Cheviot?

I’m with Roberta and Joyce - nice, light parts to make our Cheviots more manageable for we women. I wish there was a Susie version for all the Rivbikes. Maybe it’s not possible, but it would be lovely to have a lither version of the Cheviot because I’m NOT a big, heavy man. But the bike has to

[RBW] Re: WTT: Billie Bars for your Wavie Bars

Ok, well it's not letting me message you so drop me a line. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: WTT: Billie Bars for your Wavie Bars

I think i got one of those I can tread you; I will send message. On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 7:11:30 PM UTC-5, a spen wrote: > > Hi folks, > Like the subject line says, I'd looking to swap/exchange my Billie Bars > for a set of Wavie Bars. These Billie's are in good condition, have only >

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

Joe, Oh boy is that pretty! I'm probably not strong enough for the hills around here to go with a two speed, but with the aluminum handlebar and some lightish wheels, no rackswhat a great idea for a light build. Thanks! On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 4:25:25 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:

Re: [RBW] Roof-topping a Clem L

My friend crashed an Eddie Merckx. He kept it a number of years just to remind him of what he’d done. Nowadays I just had a trailer hitch installed on my VW Alltrack as, even though I have a car top bicycle rack, I know turning 70 I won’t be getting stronger. > On Mar 28, 2020, at 9:43 PM,

[RBW] Re: Roof-topping a Clem L

Tim's issue - referenced in "very expensive option" - may be that his car won't accept a standard U-Haul hitch. But I'm in the 'no roof' camp..maybe 20 years ago when I was a younger sharper man I would have put a reminder sticker on the dash and obeyed it, but now? No way, I'm going to forget

[RBW] Re: Roof-topping a Clem L

get this installed at uhaul: https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitch/Volvo/V60/Curt/13268.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjw6_vzBRCIARIsAOs54z5TgZ4v51TO51JVviSywsYgbNoWX0KvGxQqTmYq3EA2ewV6HK1wAGkaAtjKEALw_wcB buy one of these: https://www.1up-usa.com/product/quik-rack-single/ be happy for the rest of your

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

I'm wrong, it's "trip through", which she already said in this thread. I knew I'd heard it somewhere! -- 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: What Is a Cheviot?

"Best part is swinging your leg over the top tube instead of trying to clear all the stuff on your rack, its a whole new world." Hehe, that didn't quite work for my stubby legs. I can step through a Clem L, but usually kicked my Chev. Roberta calls them "kick throughs"  -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

I find the Cheviot to be great on trails, amazing around town, and have ridden a century on mine comfortably too! Best part is swinging your leg over the top tube instead of trying to clear all the stuff on your rack, its a whole new world. On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 8:22:04 PM UTC-4,

Re: [RBW] Re: MUSA Pants

I wear mine pretty much everywhere all fall and winter (I'm clearly single!) and find the stretchy waistband solves the "need a zipper" issue. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: MUSA Pants

I received mine and the L was a good choice for my 33" waist. I was a bit surprised about the lack of a zipper on them. I can see that being an issue the first time I'm wearing them after drinking a Super Big Gulp.Robert TilleySan Diego, CA

[RBW] Praise for Riv Banana Sax for drop bar bag

Hiya all, While I’m sure it’s been posted before, I’m just delighted by the practicality and aesthetics of the Banana Sax as a drop bar bag! I know there are tons of bar bags out there and they keep getting bigger while reducing space for your hands (IMHO). Love my Banana Sax! Stay well

[RBW] Re: In Praise of Get Around Bars

I'm thinking of converting a vintage road bike from drops to a flat bar. Tried out my friend's Miyata 210 set up with Nitto Jitensha bars and they felt really nice. These look great too though! Any thoughts on how the Get Around bars compare to the Jitenshas? Sam in Berkeley On Friday, March

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

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[RBW] Re: 1x drivetrain question

+1 on the recommendation for a narrow wide chainring. I have two 90s bikes with this config: 1) A Miyata mtb with a 4-bolt Wolf Tooth style narrow wide 32t chain ring (104mm), deore cranks, m591 Deore rd and 9-speed Dura Ace bar end shifter in friction mode 2) Paramount mtb with a 5-bolt Race

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

I don't know enough to say who is wrong or right, and suspect it doesn't matter anyway. Given all the bad press the R559s have received, I was just surprised when they worked so very well for my 650B conversion w/road levers. Hugh "haven't crashed yet" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Sat, Mar 28, 2020

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

My 700x35 shod 57 FJsr feels light plush and zippy. My 650x38 shod 56 toyo AHH also feels light plush and zippy. I suspect we tend to make too much of wheel size. That said, aesthetically I really like the proportions on my AHH and if the wheels were 700c and all else equal the head tube would

[RBW] Re: Semi-OT: chambray

i've only ever worn their pants, but maybe epaulet would fit the bill? looks like they've got two chambray offerings. paul takoma park, md. On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 1:54:11 PM UTC-4, Jay Lonner

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

349!!! (on my Brompton) -- 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 view this discussion on the web

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

406 FTW! :) On Saturday, March 28, 2020, Joe Bernard wrote: > Ah, the 650B v. 700C question is an interesting one I've been thinking a > lot about this week after building my Frank Jones up (and probably worth > its own thread as well, but I digress). I'm running 700 x 38 Compass Barlow > Pass

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Technomic stem, Sackville tool wrap, Pletscher kickstand

Stem, Kickstand and Mirror have sold. On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 3:34:43 PM UTC-5, Sean Cleary wrote: > > – Nitto Technomic Deluxe Long Quill Stem and Shims: 26mm clamp,110mm stem > length, 190mm quill length (excellent condition). 25.4 to 26 Nitto shims. > $55 shipped. > > – Sackville

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Cool. I like the green color. On Sat, Mar 28, 2020 at 12:06 PM twowheeledtexan wrote: > Here’s my Cheviot on a run to the library. Such a comfy bike. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Technomic stem, Sackville tool wrap, Pletscher kickstand

Two Wheel– check your email for off-group correspondence please. On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 4:10:26 PM UTC-5, twowheeledtexan wrote: > > I’ll take the tool wrap! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

Ah, the 650B v. 700C question is an interesting one I've been thinking a lot about this week after building my Frank Jones up (and probably worth its own thread as well, but I digress). I'm running 700 x 38 Compass Barlow Pass tires and it feels light and whippy and cushy and I love it. My

[RBW] Silver2 thumbies ARE NOT compatible with VO thumb shifter mounts

Thanks for checking, Joe! And thanks to you, too, Doug for the reminder about the Paul mount working but only as a temporary bodge. I’ll keep waiting for the full RIV set up. Best, Leif -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

This post made me really hopeful about my upcoming Cheviot. It’s going to be such a long and difficult wait. I really hope the batch is still happening late summer. Did you all see the Hillibike shipment will now wait to ship with Roadinis? We can only take guesses as to whether or not this

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

To clarify - this became a long convoluted thread on the 650B group with considerable disagreement - I've used new versions of these brakes, too, with mtb short-pull levers and still don't love them. YRMV because several people said I was full of the bollocks about this. Ride what you like, be

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

FYI I replaced the stock pads on mine with Kool-Stop salmon compound pads/cartridges and there's a noticeable improvement. On Sat, Mar 28, 2020 at 5:11 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Possibly, Hugh. I switched to the short-pull (canti) position on my Avid > mtb levers for these brakes but it's still

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

Possibly, Hugh. I switched to the short-pull (canti) position on my Avid mtb levers for these brakes but it's still not great. A new set of pads will probably help, I just picked these Silver-branded brakes up used. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] FS: Nitto Technomic stem, Sackville tool wrap, Pletscher kickstand

I’ll take the tool wrap! -- 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 view this discussion on the web

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

Joe B wrote: Brakes: Yeah, I'm never going to love the Tektro R559s. I have them on my new-to-me Frank Jones Señor singlespeed (talk about a light and flexy frame!) and am once again reminded why I prefer v-brakes. The Tektros don't really stop you as much as reduce your speed if you absolutely

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

Could you send a picture of the Brenn please? Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 28, 2020, at 1:09 PM, Ahmed Elgasseir > wrote: > >  > > >> On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 10:57:08 AM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote: >> Can you post a picture of the VO saddle bag and the VO rack? >> >> John Hawrylak

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

Sweet post Abe in the Rain. A On Sat, Mar 28, 2020 at 1:41 PM Pancake wrote: > I have both a Hillborne (56cm) and Cheviot (60cm). I’m 240 pounds, 6’0”, > 84pbh iirc. I commute about 25 miles every week on the Cheviot, the Sam is > for longer, faster weekend rides or if I’m late for work and

[RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 8:11:02 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > Bicycle Belle started this topic on another thread and I think it would be > interesting to dive into. I think it's a road bike or Country Bike like a > Homer, someone else said it was kinda equal to a Clem, and Will @ Riv uses

[RBW] Silver2 thumbies ARE NOT compatible with VO thumb shifter mounts

No go on the Suntour mounts, it's a very specific and integrated setup. -- 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 - Handlebars (basement cleanout of older handlebars)

Bosco, Rack, Nitto B483 sold. Below is what's left. All of the below ships from Georgia zipcode 30040. Pics at https://drive.google.com/open?id=1fa0woQ5CT1ZrVdPOsqz0iJ7KvAlYtxj8 *Ritchey Logic II WCS* Drop Handlebar. 31.8 clamp. 44cm wide. 82 reach. 142 drop. Price: $5 + shipping

[RBW] Re: Silver2 thumbies ARE NOT compatible with VO thumb shifter mounts

Pending arrival of the proper mounts, I used a pair of Paul Thumbies. The cable is slightly misaligned but it works. Getting the proper tightness of lever to mount is a bit tedious but do-able. The action is nice, and I tried Riv's idea of mounting them inside instead of on top. dougP On

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

Hey Ahmed, I sent you a PM! - Teague On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 11:57:08 AM UTC-6, John Hawrylak wrote: > > Can you post a picture of the VO saddle bag and the VO rack? > > John Hawrylak > Woodstown NJ > > On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 1:22:09 AM UTC-4, Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: >> >> Corona

[RBW] Silver2 thumbies ARE NOT compatible with VO thumb shifter mounts

The mounts haven't arrived yet. I have one Silver2 shifter and I think an XCPro around here somewhere. I'll try that combo for you and check back later today. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Silver2 thumbies ARE NOT compatible with VO thumb shifter mounts

Thanks for the correction and the photo. Does anyone know if the XOXO RIV 2.0 shifters might fit on old Suntour XCPRO thumb mounts? I also can’t remember if the RIV designed thumb shifter mounts arrived and sold out, or if they’re still in transit. I’ve searched blug n blahg but haven’t been

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

A thing I remembered after reading various comparisons to Homer and Clem, but first a caveat that answers Leah's "how do you use it" question: I owned mine for only about 6 months, first as a light-ish 2-speed "around town" bike (it's perfect for that), then an hilariously fast and underbraked

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

Can you post a picture of the VO saddle bag and the VO rack? John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 1:22:09 AM UTC-4, Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: > > Corona Clean Up of the Garage... > Apologies in advance for any "For Sale" faux pas, as this is really my > first attempt at

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

And a work horse.er sheep. Very nice On Sat, Mar 28, 2020, 11:06 AM twowheeledtexan wrote: > Here’s my Cheviot on a run to the library. Such a comfy bike. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: FS: Rene Herse Tires, Teravail 700c

The RH/Compass are sold. The 700x35 Cannonball tires are still available, sorry for the confusion... On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 2:26:28 PM UTC-7, Collin A wrote: > > Bump, how about $80 shipped for the RH Tires? > > On Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 7:54:56 AM UTC-7, Collin A wrote: >> >>

Re: [RBW] FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

Tons. Which ones are you interested in? Thanks A On Sat, Mar 28, 2020 at 6:20 AM esoterica etc wrote: > > Any pics? > > > On Mar 28, 2020, at 01:22, Ahmed Elgasseir > wrote: > >  > > Corona Clean Up of the Garage... > Apologies in advance for any "For Sale" faux pas, as this is really my >

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

PM sent. Interested in the Rivendell Sackville Saddle Sack SMALL. Thank you. Jan San Francisco, CA -- 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] What Is a Cheviot?

yep, it's an extremely long bike/wheelbase requiring an extra long chain. On Sat, Mar 28, 2020 at 11:03 AM Tirebiter ATX wrote: > I’ve read the reason for this is the Cheviot wheelbase is a bit longer > than maybe even the Homer? > > On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 9:33:33 AM UTC-5, Justin

[RBW] Silver2 thumbies ARE NOT compatible with VO thumb shifter mounts

A while ago I was foolish and pushed a user on here to buy a Velo Orange thumb shifter mount to use with the silver2 thumbie without knowing for sure if it will work. Well I'm here to let everyone know that they are incompatible. The cable would be misaligned and the shifter is simply too

[RBW] Re: In Praise of Get Around Bars

I have gotten a few inquiries about my offer so here is the information: Yes, they are silver. I only road these for a few months last summer but there are some scratches in the 'skid proof' coating from other handlebars rubbing against them in my garage and some shop wear from storage but the

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

I’ve read the reason for this is the Cheviot wheelbase is a bit longer than maybe even the Homer? On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 9:33:33 AM UTC-5, Justin Kennedy (Brooklyn, NY) wrote: > > I would definitely second the "silky smooth and dreamy" sentiment > especially with some big cushy low-psi

Re: [RBW] Re: Cheviot and A Homer Hilsen?

I’ve never felt slow on my Cheviot—other than my more upright position in the wind, and this issue could be solved with a switch to drop bars. With that said, there is a very noticeable difference in steering between the Homer and Cheviot. The Homer is much more responsive to turning the

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

Yes, that is what I do now. I learned my lesson! ☺In fact, I even do that sometimes with my diamond shaped frames. -- 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

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

I’ve seen people try to do it your way Roberta, it looks cool but kind of awkward. On Sat, Mar 28, 2020 at 9:47 AM Steve Palincsar wrote: > A big part of that problem is your starting-off style. If instead of > trying to do a "cowboy mount" you stood with both feet on the ground > straddling

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

A big part of that problem is your starting-off style.  If instead of trying to do a "cowboy mount" you stood with both feet on the ground straddling the frame (I leave it to your own devices how best to get into that position) raised one pedal to just past top dead center and then transfered

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

I would definitely second the "silky smooth and dreamy" sentiment especially with some big cushy low-psi tires. On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 10:23:57 AM UTC-4, Tirebiter ATX wrote: > > Hello, > > Nice feedback. Can any owners attest to the ride quality of the Cheviot? > I’ve heard it

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

"Unfortunately the step through is really step over." The first time I tried the mixte She Devil, my left foot was on the pedal, I pushed off with my right foot and rather than swinging my leg over the saddle (a big reason I wanted a mixte is to not have to do that) while in motion, I tried

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

Hello, Nice feedback. Can any owners attest to the ride quality of the Cheviot? I’ve heard it described as silky smooth and dreamy. Riv site talks about Cheviut could become your favorite go to bike. On Sat, Mar 28, 2020 at 7:39 AM Howard Hatten wrote: > I currently have a Waterford Atlantis

[RBW] FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

PM sent. Thanks Roberta -- 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 view this discussion on the web

Re: [RBW] FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

Any pics? > On Mar 28, 2020, at 01:22, Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: > >  > Corona Clean Up of the Garage... > Apologies in advance for any "For Sale" faux pas, as this is really my first > attempt at selling stuff on here. > > I am a Riv nerd with four rivs so over the years I have collected a

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

Hey Ahmed, I’ll take the Super C saddlebag if it’s still available. Thanks, Erik On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 1:22:09 AM UTC-4, Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: > Corona Clean Up of the Garage... > Apologies in advance for any "For Sale" faux pas, as this is really my first > attempt at selling stuff

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

I currently have a Waterford Atlantis & a Cheviot. I consider the Cheviot my around town errand bike. If I know I’m riding over 20 miles I take the Atlantis. I had a Hillborne, early version with canti’s. I bought the Cheviot to replace the Hillborne because I was looking for the step through

Re: [RBW] What Is a Cheviot?

I had a Cheviot for a brief spell. I found it actually felt surprisingly lively. Maybe it was the 0/0/0 top tube allowing it to plane :) Rereading my old post , I'm reminded how terrible those long reach brakes are. They flex

[RBW] Re: Speed wobble

Tighten the headset a bit. Maybe more than you should. Always works. Weight distribution is a factor but not a cause. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Helpless in Nevada: How do you secure this fender?

Steve P's March 19th "paper dolls" post is a good idea. -- Trace the VO bracket on some strong paper. Cut it out. (But allow the double wings of the metal original to become one piece for this step.) Lay it over the fender so that it is centered and the paper template edges evenly overlap the

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

Great! On Fri, Mar 27, 2020 at 11:02 PM 'Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Sending you an email about a couple of the bags! > Thanks, > David Lipsky > Berkeley, CA > > > On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 10:22:09 PM UTC-7, Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: >> >>

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Bags, Bags and More

Sending you an email about a couple of the bags! Thanks, David Lipsky Berkeley, CA On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 10:22:09 PM UTC-7, Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: > > Corona Clean Up of the Garage... > Apologies in advance for any "For Sale" faux pas, as this is really my > first attempt at selling