[RBW] Re: beautifying beausage: caring for worn paint

Some polish wouldn’t hurt but it won’t do much. Options: (1) If you can get or mix some matching-ish paint and fill it in with a tiny paint brush or even a toothpick. A little denatured alcohol to smooth down lumps of excess paint. Nail polish could also work. (2) Embrace it as is, won’t hurt

Re: [RBW] Crash Stories

I think Philip's takes the cake, yikes. I went over the handlebars going downhill last year (Tunnel Rd in Oakland for you Bay Area folks), not sure what happened but the caliper brakes on my Frank Jones Sr. got caught in the spokes of the front wheel and locked it, face planted the pavement,

[RBW] Re: FS: sturdy wheelset, 61cm Roadini frame, Gravelking EXTs, Brooks C15, handlebar bag, etc.

Is the C15 Cambium the wide one? I can't remember and couldn't easily find this on the Brooks site. Thanks. On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 8:54:25 PM UTC-7, Matt Dreher wrote: > > Frame remains unsold! > > On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 9:11:32 PM UTC-5, Matt Dreher wrote: >> >> Some riv-ish (like

[RBW] Re: FS: sturdy wheelset, 61cm Roadini frame, Gravelking EXTs, Brooks C15, handlebar bag, etc.

Frame remains unsold! On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 9:11:32 PM UTC-5, Matt Dreher wrote: > > Some riv-ish (like the frame, obviously), some not, but I still think it > belongs here. Feel free to make an offer, particularly if you want to buy > multiple things along with the frame. I've been

Re: [RBW] Camping bikes

I do like racks and panniers for road tours. I think it works really well. I'm thinking I will add my frame bag for road tours as well since it's great place to add weight. For my off-road tours I've been trying to fine tune my setup. Right now I use a BxB Goldback on the bars, a Porcelain

Re: [RBW] Crash Stories

I have a crash story from last week - not mine. I think this is a good thread to resurrect - I certainly learned some valuable lessons from your stories. My friend, D, is a triathlete and has a lot of triathlete friends. They love to get their road bikes out and ride in groups. The Las Vegas

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Thomson stem, CX50 cantilever

hi Al Sorry for my delayed reply - the stem will be at the post office in the morning, USPS priority mail. We are batching our outings as best possible / juggling on the home end. Thanks again Joe On 4/20/20, a spen wrote: > Hi Joe, > I sent payment through PP a few days ago and followed up

[RBW] FS: sturdy wheelset, 61cm Roadini frame, Gravelking EXTs, Brooks C15, handlebar bag, etc.

Sent a PM on that frameset! Reid in Austin -- 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

[RBW] Re: What have you learned during the isolation?

"I think people packed the kids in the cars and just drove them around aimlessly." I do this, I drive more now than I did in the before time. Just to be somewhere not in the house. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Camping bikes

Here’s me for 2 nights. Tent in frame bag, food in front, everything else on the back. Also have James’ stem there. -- 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] Re: Camping bikes

Ahh, slush. Grew up with it, don’t miss it. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Camping bikes

That’s an amazing adventure and write-up / photo journal, Patrick! - Max “tripping vicariously while recounting that Vonnegut (?) thing about 6 seasons, for April is a mess onto itself” in A2 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: What have you learned during the isolation?

Yes, the increase in crazy and faster driving was almost instant in St. Louis. I usually drive 10 over, and I was getting passed on city streets that aren’t passing types of streets. I think part of it may be that some of our good driving habits are really us reacting to what’s going on. For

[RBW] FS: sturdy wheelset, 61cm Roadini frame, Gravelking EXTs, Brooks C15, handlebar bag, etc.

Some riv-ish (like the frame, obviously), some not, but I still think it belongs here. Feel free to make an offer, particularly if you want to buy multiple things along with the frame. I've been trying to sell the thing but nobody's quite biting yet... pictures of everything on request.

[RBW] Re: steps to mount a tire / tubeless is easy?

"Wow, this thread has been bringing the fightin' side of folks." CARBON FORKS ARE STUPID! Sorry, wrong thread  -- 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: FS 60 CM Yves Gomez

Dave, did you end up selling? Really nice looking bike. -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Thomson stem, CX50 cantilever

Hi Joe, I sent payment through PP a few days ago and followed up with a couple PM's but haven't heard anything back. Not sure if you are getting any of this?? Please let me know. Thanks, Al On Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 2:29:41 PM UTC-5, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > Hi again, > > Okay, a

[RBW] Re: steps to mount a tire / tubeless is easy?

Wow, this thread has been bringing the fightin' side of folks. Or is the extended social distancing that is grating on nerves??? I've never tried tubeless but am up for trying it soon. Doug On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 7:58:41 PM UTC-4, Roberta wrote: > > About 25 years ago, I go so many flats

[RBW] Re: What have you learned during the isolation?

Yesterday (Sunday) there was a lot of cars out unlike last week, I think people packed the kids in the cars and just drove them around aimlessly. (Dang Sunday Drivers) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

Thank you! On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 7:54:42 PM UTC-4, truegolden wrote: > > That's a beautiful Legolas Brian. > > And what a great name for a bike. > > Paul in Dallas > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: steps to mount a tire / tubeless is easy?

About 25 years ago, I go so many flats and hated it! So, I just bought solid core tires. No flats! The worst ride EVER! Next pair of tires had a Kevlar insert in them. Much better. I've always stressed the no flat, no matter how bad the ride tires. I'm glad to try a better ride, too,

[RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

That's a beautiful Legolas Brian. And what a great name for a bike.  Paul in Dallas  -- 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] 30 Days of Biking!

Quick post work video call ride. 12 miles ad 1400' of climbing. Quick stop on the way home for photo op: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Camping bikes

Hey Jason! Here's my prototype Gus Boots last year: https://deaconpatrick.org/three-days-three-states-three-countries-by-beorn-the-bikepacking-wonder With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 7:41:08 PM UTC-6, J L wrote: > > Hello all, > > I would love to hear how folks have set up a

Re: [RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

@Andy: Welcome, Andy! As Masmojo points out, the Albastache is usually mounted other way round -- the benefit being a much more comfortable hand position in the curves. @Leah asked what it takes to work your core on a bike. You pulled on those handlebars, effectively doing squats and sit-up

Re: [RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

It's only been a very few years that we've had sufficiently bright emitters to allow a wide beam to be projected that was bright enough to be useable. Back when Singer and Herse were building bikes the beams had to be very narrow to be at all useful. So there was no meaningful shadow, on either

[RBW] Re: steps to mount a tire / tubeless is easy?

Tannus tire inserts are great for flat free riding w. tubes. A normal floor pump works,no compressor needed to go tubeless. It helps if your tire and rim are TLR. One layer of rim tape. Remove valve core,seat the tire,then with soapy water around both sides where the rim and tire meet lather it

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 2:35:09 PM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: > Andy, although you are free to do as you wish, typically the Albastash is > mounted the other way round. With the ends lower than the middle. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: beautifying beausage: caring for worn paint

Maybe George, but paint questions are above my pay grade. I wrap stuff  -- 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: Paul and White Industries Parts

Short Pull Levers are gone. Also, the moon units from the brakes sold separately, so those brakes are now $100 shipped. On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 12:04:07 PM UTC-7, Michael Ullmer wrote: > > Cross posting from the i-bob list > > 1) White Industries ENO Crank Arms Black 175mm with Ti Crank

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul Touring Cantis, VO brake set and thumbie mount, possible tires

Brake sets sold. Thumbie adaptors and tires still up for grabs. -- 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: beautifying beausage: caring for worn paint

But Joe, ain't this also true of powder coating. IIRC, Grant himself made a blog post about discontinuing powder coating, esp. clear coating on the proveltos, because he saw signs of rust underneath the clear PC. Unlike true wet coat paints, no primer is used with PC jobs. The primer is

Re: [RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

Yes. I imagine if Singer was located in London they would mount the headlight on the righthand side. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Apr 20, 2020, at 11:33 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > French drive on the right, like us. > > On 4/20/20

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms Season!

Hi Takashi, Extraordinary roads! And, your fenders look at home among the trees and blossoms! David On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 7:12:33 AM UTC-7, Takashi wrote: > > Several pictures from Sunday's ride. > > I revisited the place I rode last Friday. Some of the cherry blossoms have > fallen off,

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping bikes

This thread is super helpful everyone. Keep the ideas and experiences coming if you have them. Jason -- 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: Paul Touring Cantis, VO brake set and thumbie mount, possible tires

Both brake sets pending. Sorry all who emailed me, had some work come up, I'll reply to everybody in order. On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 2:31:37 PM UTC-4, Zed Martinez wrote: > > Hey all, so, while I was digging through the parts storage for a few > things this weekend for listers who had some

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul Touring Cantis, VO brake set and thumbie mount, possible tires

Hey Zed, Sent a PM. - Teague -- 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

[RBW] FS: Paul and White Industries Parts

Cross posting from the i-bob list 1) White Industries ENO Crank Arms Black 175mm with Ti Crank Bolts - $110 shipped --Typical scratches from use, some of the black anodizing has worn off near the middle. Including the lock ring and a set of Ti Crank Bolts. I also have a 32t chainring that I

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Simpleone F/F/HS/Wheels

Price reduced to $750 plus shipping. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

Covid ride #6 14.6 miles https://photos.app.goo.gl/PsezWxaPP61PiCkM8 -- 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: What have you learned during the isolation?

I've noticed the freeways here are heavily patrolled lately. The Highway Patrol has less wrecks to attend to and plenty of speeders to catch. Fish in a barrel! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

Andy, although you are free to do as you wish, typically the Albastash is mounted the other way round. With the ends lower than the middle. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] FS: Paul Touring Cantis, VO brake set and thumbie mount, possible tires

Hey all, so, while I was digging through the parts storage for a few things this weekend for listers who had some WTBs I was able to help on, I found some other parts left over from my many years of experimenting with Clem builds. I'm quite happy with my final build now, so, time to see if

Re: [RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

Hi Eric, Would it matter what side of the road was ridden for a side rack mount? I am sure they folks you reference knew what they were doing, do not know what side of road the French drive. I know GB is left and another poster said the French and English builders agreed on the left. I

[RBW] Re: What have you learned during the isolation?

Even pre covid I noticed that drivers accustomed to driving slower than they would like due to traffic seem to drive as possible. Absent traffic the foot goes to the floor. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Yves Gomez Complete Bike - $1200 plus shipping

Sale for complete pending. -- 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

[RBW] Re: beautifying beausage: caring for worn paint

He could wrap it since the damage is already done, but personally I really dislike this trend on steel frames. I want to be able to see what's going on under there, and I worry that moisture gets trapped under all that fancy wrapping/shellacking/twining folks are doing to their Rivs. -- You

[RBW] Re: First(ish) impressions of Sam Hillborne

John, congratulations! Sam is indeed a great bike. Your bike looks quite handsome. Lovely color them there! Wish you thousands of miles of happy riding. On Wednesday, 15 April 2020 07:16:39 UTC-7, John H. wrote: > > Following along on the Roadini thread... > > I just finished building

[RBW] Re: What have you learned during the isolation?

One thing I've learned, living in an urban environment (Boston) that has very aggressively built bicycle and ped infrastructure over the years, and reduced vehicle speed by lowering speed limits (25 mph limit in Somerville, 20mph limit in Cambridge), installing traffic calming devices, etc, is

[RBW] Re: First(ish) impressions of Sam Hillborne

Hey Reid, awesome build! Do you know if the tire clearance is different between the cantilever model and center/side pull model? On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 12:25:51 PM UTC-4, Reid Echols wrote: > > Loving my canti-Sam these days, in mega-monster-mode with 50mm Gravelking > tires. It's

Re: [RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:20:00 AM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > The great French constructeurs (Singer, Herse, etc.) mounted the light on > the left side of the small front rack or on the front fender. Never on the > righthand side. Trust the experts. > > --Eric Norris > > The Brits put

[RBW] Re: Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

If you have a fender that's supported by a front rack, ,you can use the Velo Lumino fender mount for headlights, which will center the headlight. But having the fender supported behind the headlight is essential to prevent the beam from bouncing, and to prevent the fender from getting

[RBW] Re: Camping bikes

There is a huge wealth of information available on places like bikepacking.com - there are a lot of fancy setups, but one of the foundation principles of bike packing / touring is that ingenuity and creativity is a great replacement for money. Also "bikepacking" is typically considered to be

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Yves Gomez Complete Bike - $1200 plus shipping

Doing one final bump and lower for now. $700 for frame/fork/headset. $1100 complete. Either option plus packing/shipping. If you're interested in an option in between frameset and full complete, let's talk. Or if you're interested in parts from the build, let's talk as well. If it doesn't

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO / WTT / WTB: Lezyne Road Drive pump, short or medium

Steve: Thanks very much for the offer; it's very kind of you to make it. But I'll hold out for, or very probably, just buy another, Road Drive or similar pump with a hose -- I pump up tires often enough during rides that the ease of the Road Drive makes it worth the expense. Best, Patrick On

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping bikes

I'm a big fan of the large voluminous bags that allow you to stuff all sorts of things into them, rather than strapping all sorts of bags everywhere; Think BagsxBird and Sackville saddle sacks. That being said, I find that having one or two accessory bags strapped to the handlebars help with

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping bikes

James, Needed to add good friends. But not always. A solo overnight is good for the sole. Curtis On Mon, Apr 20, 2020, 9:01 AM James / Analog Cycles wrote: > Should have added: Low gears for exploring, wide tires for taking the > road less traveled, fenders if it's gross out, good tool

[RBW] Re: Camping bikes

Should have added: Low gears for exploring, wide tires for taking the road less traveled, fenders if it's gross out, good tool kit, good first aid kit. On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 12:00:19 PM UTC-4, James / Analog Cycles wrote: > > I find it's pretty easy (ok really easy) to overpack

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping bikes

For an over-nighter, I usually do two rear panniers and something in the front -- usually a basket or I strap a something to the bars. It's nice to have more capacity than you need because you don't have to be so fussy with packing. Throw stuff in the bike and go! If packing is too tedious

[RBW] Re: What have you learned during the isolation?

I’ve been thinking about this for over a week, and finally collected my thoughts enough to write about it. ‘ It’s complicated, but here it is. https://pipesbikesandleather.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=218=edit On Friday, April 10, 2020 at 6:20:52 PM UTC-5, aeroperf wrote: > > > It’s the first

[RBW] Re: Camping bikes

I find it's pretty easy (ok really easy) to overpack panniers. I like a Carradice camper sized saddle bag, 3 water bottles cages, one of which can handle a 48oz nalgene if it's dry out or I won't be camping near a creek, and a basket up front with a decent sized roll top bag. Plenty of space

[RBW] Re: ISO / WTT / WTB: Lezyne Road Drive pump, short or medium

Patrick, I have an SKS Supershort, *missing the chuck*, that's about 6.5" Also have a cheap Giyo plastic mini, complete, about 9". You can have them both for shipping cost, if you think you can find a chuck for the SKS. I see that Riv now sells another SKS mini, but its out of stock. You

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping bikes

Aren't the bikepacker-type of bags meant to make riding easier in bush, and also to save a wee bit of weight for those who like minimalist camping? Just curious; I agree that, if these aren't the reasons, I can't see why you'd forgo racks and panniers. Racks and panniers are certainly better for

[RBW] Re: beautifying beausage: caring for worn paint

With regard to the right chainstay paint damage, why not wrap, twine and shellac it? My Bleriot came to me from its previous owner that way. This is purported to be yellow cloth handlebar tape with several coats of red shellac. On Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 2:23:30 PM UTC-4, Matthew P

Re: [RBW] Frame color!

I should know soon; Chauncey didn't seem too worried about actually getting it, just said that they were currently out. But I've got "slightly bluer-than-Herse blue" and industrial green as fallbacks (thanks, lists). On Mon, Apr 20, 2020 at 8:29 AM Rob Kristoff wrote: > Patrick, > When will

Re: [RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

The great French constructeurs (Singer, Herse, etc.) mounted the light on the left side of the small front rack or on the front fender. Never on the righthand side. Trust the experts. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Apr 20, 2020, at 7:57 AM,

[RBW] ISO Velo Orange hinged thumbshifter clamp

Does anyone have a single one of these, or something similar, to sell? Note again: something similar, with *HINGED CLAMP, *to fit this 3-speed trigger shifter:

[RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

When faced with this situation I’ve gone with mounting on the left side. This lights up more pavement since one rides on the right side of the lane. However mounting on the right would give shadow free illumination of the road edge, so you might prefer that. This is why I’m so disappointed they

Re: [RBW] Frame color!

Patrick, When will they let you know if they can get the sage? Is it just a question of how long you're willing to wait? (Sorry if I missed this detail) RK -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: St. Joe's, MI to Chicago route

I ride from Chicago to New Buffalo at least once a year, this is roughly the route I take: https://goo.gl/maps/6bdPWJDeQEZogXrj7 Really nice trails that go around Gary. FYI not sure if they are all currently open, the lakefront trail in Chicago is closed and the City is in lockdown. Not the

[RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

I'm installing a Son Edelux light to a Nitto M12 front rack running with a basket and can't decide if the light should be mounted on the left or right side of the wheel. The mounts are a little low, so there is going to be a shadow from the wheel/basket on either side. A front center mount

[RBW] Re: FS: SOMA Fabrications San Marcos - 58cm

SOLD -- 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 visit

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

Great story. Thanks for the lift! On Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 7:54:50 PM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Day 19. > > Like many of you, I am married to someone who does not share my wild > enthusiasm for bikes. Two years ago my husband bought an e-bike as a > compromise: it is

[RBW] Re: Jim-the-moderator's email address?

Hey there Patrick - For list stuff, cyclofi...@gmail.com should work. You can always "email the moderator" via the group menu as well. - J On Saturday, April 18, 2020 at 6:56:05 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I just sent Jim a message, but it bounced; the address I have is > apparently

[RBW] Re: FS: MUSA Shorts, large, old style

all shorts sold. > >> -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Swift Bags

All Swift bags sold. -- 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 visit

[RBW] Re: Camping bikes

I'm a big fan of the traditional 2 pannier setup. All these special bikepacking bags seem more hassle than they are worth. Get a decent rack, like a Blackburn Grid (or something nicer if you're feeling fancy) and a pair of Ortlieb backrollers and you're good to go for a night or two. The

Re: [RBW] Frame color!

I don't know... On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 8:37:55 AM UTC-4, Tom Norton wrote: > > Anton, > I like that color!! > I am getting ready to paint the frame,fork and rack that I built. So my > question is can a base coat color be matched to a powder coat color? > Thanks! > Tom > Chardon,Ohio --

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms Season!

David, that looks like a gorgeous place, and your Appaloosa looks cool, too! Bob, you have cherry tree in your yard? It must be sweet to enjoy cherry blossoms whenever you like. Blue sky and cherry blossoms make really nice contrast. Jim, I can't see your picture on my screen. Maybe a wrong

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: Billie Bar

I’ve got a little-used Billie bar I’d sell for something like $70 plus shipping from Austin, TX. Or possibly trade for other interesting bike-related things. Reid in ATX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Ghost shifting on the Clem

I think it's more of a bucket than a roll, but yes. Rivendell cuts them to length, no more than one master link needed (not that two is bad) -Kai -- 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: St. Joe's, MI to Chicago route

There's a rail trail detour that'll add a few miles around Gary if you don't want to go that way, but it's fine. I've ridden through Gary a few times and it's really nothing to worry about. Just take the most direct route through there and you'll be fine. Lakeshore and Red Arrow Hwy are

Re: [RBW] Frame color!

Anton, I like that color!! I am getting ready to paint the frame,fork and rack that I built. So my question is can a base coat color be matched to a powder coat color? Thanks! Tom Chardon,Ohio -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Tonite, 4/20 at 8pm EST, Handlebar Wrap Clinic

Monday 4/20, at 8pm: Candice will be holding a clinic on wrapping bar tape the Analog way. The clinic will be on Instagram live, and you can type questions real time for her to answer. Check out the image below for an example of Candice's work: a stumpjumper she taped up yesterday. On

[RBW] Re: Ghost shifting on the Clem

I wasn't saying that you messed with it. Perhaps I wasn't clear enough. I believe a "stock" Clem chain still needs to be lengthened by adding additional links, even at Riv headquarters. Which would mean that is the possible cause of your stiff link. (Do they really make rolls of bicycle