Re: [RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

Yes, I have similar dreams about swapping this part or that part on whichever bike or a custom or a. . . It never stops does it? Keep on dreaming! Rich in ATL Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 14, 2020, at 7:36 PM, Jason Fuller wrote: > > Interesting info Rich, now you've got me dreaming about

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

Jason, Thank you for the info. Nice work reshaping the fenders to fit 26” wheels. Tedious work! Best, Rich in ATL Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 14, 2020, at 7:19 PM, Jason Fuller wrote: > > Cheers Rich, the XO is running on 26x1.25 Pasela's and VO 650B 50mm > 'snakeskin' fenders that I've

[RBW] WTB - Brooks Titanium Swift / Pro Saddle in Honey

I'm on the hunt for a Brooks Swift or Pro saddle with titanium rails. Ideally honey leather, although I will consider brown, but definitely no black. I realize these have been out of production for awhile now, so I'm just trying my luck on the lists. I can pay you, or we can discuss trading

Re: [RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Joe: This is such a nice offer, but my local bike shop was able to find a bolt to fit the post. As much as I would like a free seat post, the long term solution appears to be a two-bolt seat post. You are correct that I like my saddle slammed all the way back. But again, thank you. -- You

[RBW] FS - Ocean Air Docena MKII - Burgundy

Finally time to move this bag. Used for less than a year, and not that much at that. Tried to capture everything in pics. Two clean holes in the back from mounting. The back plastic insert is creased a bit, as you can see in pics. Pics Looking to get $240

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

Interesting info Rich, now you've got me dreaming about swapping my Sam bits onto a Homer and rebuilding the Sam as an upright bike. I use the Sam for long distance road riding a lot, with light loads. I know the frame is overly stout for that job, but it still goes pretty well! I'll also

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

i've seen that glue referenced before (household hogar) and just wanted to let everyone know that hogar is just household in spanish, hah. On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 7:10:03 PM UTC-4 Ginz wrote: > Amazing Goop “houshold” aka “household hogar”. It is Contact cement. Cork > breaks up as you

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

Cheers Rich, the XO is running on 26x1.25 Pasela's and VO 650B 50mm 'snakeskin' fenders that I've managed to squeeze down to fit the 26" pretty closely. They are also available in 26" but these were hand-me-downs. On Tuesday, 14 July 2020 at 06:57:34 UTC-7 RichS wrote: > Jason, > > You

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

Amazing Goop “houshold” aka “household hogar”. It is Contact cement. Cork breaks up as you remove it but not terribly so. Heat gun would probably help. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] ISO/WTB/WTT 22.0 Stem, 26.4 and 27.0 seatpost

For a MotoB and. a Ritchey. LMK what you have. Bikes ride so much better with seats and stems. -Brendan Willard Owner/Winemaker Phantômé Cellars phantomecellars.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] 50cm Atlantis. 650b

Joel, Why not a step through frame like the Clem Smith L, Clemintine, or upcoming Platapus? Those bike models are not limited in use, have low stand over, and ability to get bars high as you need. Jason -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Velocity dyad wheelset, other small parts

Wheelset sold. Price drop on surly single speed kit $35 shipped -- 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: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 1:38:33 PM UTC-7, Ray Varella wrote: > > …If anyone has a solution to soften these adhesives, please share it. > Goo gone is purported to work. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: FS 59cm Bleriot frame fork headset in SF Bay Area

Sold On Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 11:57:39 AM UTC-7 Rob H. wrote: > Pretty 650b goodness! Takes sidepull or centerpull caliper rim brakes > (~65mm reach). Will fit 650b tires up to 41mm. I had 32mm Nifty Swifty's in > there with metal fenders. > Asking $600. Excellent condition, local pickup

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

Super 77 and the super 90 are permanent and you will have to pick the cork off in little bits to remove the grips. If anyone has a solution to soften these adhesives, please share it. Like James said, they will never slip. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

Plastic bags first, then some packaging stretch film, them some clear packing tape to secure the stretch film. Zip tie the pipe insulation. I do the above routine for the seat, and shifty bits on the handlebars. Carry the tape & film with you on the trip, you can make repairs at rest stops.

Re: [RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Joe: Because I rode my bike to work when the original bolt broke. It broke just as i was pulling in so I had to jury rig a replacement to get home. The fix seemed to work and so I never got around to replacing it. The two breaks were about a year apart. Since the bolt sheared off twice in

[RBW] PSA: 61cm Heron Touring on SF CL

I hope this isn't against the rules here. There's a clean, nice Heron touring on the SF CL. My recollection is that the colored Heron decal is from the era after Riv sold the rights to someone else (maybe it was Todd K). Anyhow, no relationship with the seller, etc. Greg Oakland, CA --

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

And when you've reached your destination, you can use that pool noodle as a 3' traffic clearance standoff. You can't do that with pipe insulation. On 7/14/20 2:43 PM, Evan E. wrote: Leah: I second what RichS said about pool noodles as frame-tube cushions. While pipe insulation works well,

Re: [RBW] Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

And you can use them in the hotel at the pool when you go on vacation! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 14, 2020, at 11:43 AM, Evan E. wrote: > > Leah: > > I second what RichS said about pool noodles as frame-tube cushions.

[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

Leah: I second what RichS said about pool noodles as frame-tube cushions. While pipe insulation works well, hollow pool noodles are even better because they're slightly more firm and also thicker than pipe insulation. Can be used many times. They cost more than pipe insulation, but bikes are

[RBW] Re: FS: 66cm Blue Rambouillet - Complete

Oof, if this weren’t a functional twin to my 67 Homer I’d be mighty tempted. Great price, great bike! Reid in Austin On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 10:10:04 AM UTC-5, Birdman wrote: > > Attn: tall riders! I’m reluctantly offering a rare, blue 66cm Rambouillet > for sale. It comes complete (I’m

Re: [RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

The correct bolt should thread into the top half of the saddle-rail sandwich. What is the reason for the nut you're using? -- 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,

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

Hi Patrick, Tires are 35mm. 38mm tires fit but the pinch point is between the top of the tire and the underside of the brake (Shimano BR-6500). Saddle to bar drop is almost nil. I'd prefer around 3 cm as its hard to stay on the hoods while climbing out of the saddle. Two curious things about

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

Thank you everyone, that's a big help! John -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

I actually have the nitto 65 post on the bike. I took it by my local bike store this morning and they replaced the bolt. I'm thinking the first break was a freak accident and the second was caused by me fixing it with a substandard bolt. Thanks for the responses everyone. Hopefully, this

[RBW] Re: FS Oveja Negra Superwedgie framebag large slate grey

The bag is sold On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 5:48:28 PM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > New Oveja Negra Superwedgie Frame Bag- large in slate grey. Purchased on > their sale or super seconds for $83 from original $100 price. Nothing wrong > with it and never installed. $65 plus $5 shipping CONUS

[RBW] Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

Beausage is historical and liberating. Now that your bikes have some, you can ride harder, go places you might not have gone before and worry less. That’s liberating. An amazing craftsperson I know, whose furniture goes for thousands of dollars, told me that he expects and hopes his

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks C17 saddle, brown

this sold, thanks. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 3:20:19 PM UTC-5, Jim S. wrote: > > bump. $70 shipped. > > On Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 11:11:29 AM UTC-5, Jim S. wrote: >> >> Very very slight use. The rails show that it has been mounted. >> >> https://photos.app.goo.gl/iqGeUMQY32Pd9abr8 >> >> $78

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

Leah: You might try applying some “helicopter tape” around the tubes that got scraped up. Helicopter tape will help prevent damage, but it also works after the fact to cover up an put a glossy surface over the scrapes. Here’s an option in a 2” width: 3M Scotchgard Clear Bra Paint Protection

[RBW] Re: FS: Randi Jo Fabrications Jeff 'n Joan's Bag, Flannel Blanket

this bag is sold, thank you. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 4:27:20 PM UTC-5, Jim S. wrote: > > This is the perfect bag to mount to your Jones H-Bar. > > Very little use, very good condition. > > Here are photos: > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZkWDTXNHJYouTcu16 > > Here's a product description: > >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Hunqapillar 58cm

Still looking for a 58cm Hunqapillar Frameset. Please pm me if you have one you'd like to sell. Thanks 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

[RBW] FS: 66cm Blue Rambouillet - Complete

Attn: tall riders! I’m reluctantly offering a rare, blue 66cm Rambouillet for sale. It comes complete (I’m not interested in parting out), as seen in the photos, except I’m keeping the pedals. It’s a classic build with noodles, cross levers, 120mm stem, and 32mm Paselas on Araya rims. Photos

Re: [RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

+1 for getting a well-reviewed new seatpost, like this one Rivendell sells; well, they're out of stock, but the shorter version is available on Amazon and eBay. (I think that the Ritchey post is the same thing as the Nitto S65.) Despite my natural talent for overtightening things (just snapped an

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

>From your photo, it looks like you have a B-67 saddle (sprung, one clamping rail, one support rail). If I’m wrong and you have one of the double clamping rail saddles like the B-66, you’re using the wrong kind of seat post. If it’s in fact a B-67, the seat post is correct, but the bolt is

[RBW] Re: Introduction and "Classic" Roadini

Jim, That's a super clean and well appointed Roadini. One of the nicest I've seen. Congratulations on your first Rivendell! Best, Rich in ATL On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:46:41 AM UTC-4, Jim Plaugher wrote: > > Hi folks! I'd like to properly introduce myself and tell the story of my > first

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

Super 77 spray glue. Way less expansive than Gorilla Glue. Wait for it to set up for 30 seconds then slip on. Some will squirt out, just have a rag handy. You need a good coating, but that's any glue. We have glued hundreds of grips on using that spray glue. Never slips. -James /

[RBW] Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

At one point Riv suggested some like permatex gasket stuff. Its great! It holds the grips in place and I've been able to break them free and reuse them twice now. I'll take a photo later if needed but it's at the auto parts store. Paul in AR -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Looks to me like an aftermarket hardware store bolt, which would have dubious strength. Also 1 bolt posts are known for failure. The fix is expensive but simple. A Nitto Jaguar or S83 seatpost, with original bolts. I've sold hundreds, never seen a failure. Also make sure the saddle is

Re: [RBW] Re: Valuating modified 2003 Curt Goodrich 26" wheel custom frame FS

Steve: I see that you emailed the list about the frameset a couple of weeks ago, so please forgive the caution. There is one person in line ahead of you; if he doesn't like the $750 shipped price, it is yours if you want it. I'll give the OP another day. Thanks, Patrick On Mon, Jun 29, 2020 at

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

Hi Doug. I'm pretty set up with bikes for the moment, but I'm trying to sort out if an older (horizontal top-tube) 56cm Atlantis will fit my friend, who is 5'10-ish. P On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 12:45:01 AM UTC-4 dougP wrote: > Paul: > > Thanks for the chainguard info. I'll look into it.

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

The Bosco Bars came the year following the Hunq. I bought my Hunq, rode it for a year and ABSOLUTELY had to have a lighter version of the same geometry, so I ordered a Hillborne. The first Bosco shipment was coming at the same time as my Hillborne frame so I added those to the order. After

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

Zack, No experience with a Roadini but a synopsis of my current Rivs: MIT Homer - Lightest of the three. Now this is only a guess based on past observations from others on the list - the Homer and the Roadini frames weigh about the same. No doubt about it, the Homer rides lighter and

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr. Low

Here's a few pics of my accessories https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1VsFS3uiTpzWdVs-r1FA0jA_SJtU9C_pI?usp=sharing -- 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] This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Am I seeing a second saddle rail? If so, wouldnt that require a special clamping mechanism? (See Brooks B66 on their page). I have no experience with sprung saddles like this, but it looks like it would put a lot of pressure on that one bolt. Rob -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

Pool noodles also work well for wrapping frames. And they're Riv approved. Best, Rich in ATL On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 9:10:31 AM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote: > > > I recommended this last time beausage came up, either here or IBOB:. I > suspect Meguiar's #2 Fine Cut Clean >

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

Jason, You have a good trio of bikes. Your riding needs would appear to be well covered. What is the wheel size on your XO-1? VO fenders? Thanks! Best, Rich in ATL On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 8:22 PM Jason Fuller wrote: > Here is my trio at present - the Hillborne got out for a nice loop >

Re: [RBW] This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Ann--did both times involve the same seat post brand and model? If so, what was it? I assume the bolt and nut are original equipment. The fact that the bolt tightens with a regular nut would indicate a cheaper model--or an old seat post, which is not the case here. Its there something between

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

I have tried several times to attach a picture but it's not coming through. -- 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: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

I recommended this last time beausage came up, either here or IBOB:. I suspect Meguiar's #2 Fine Cut Clean will remove much of that scrape on the Junior Clem Junior. You might follow up with a polish. Or start with a

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

I installed the bolt. Here is a picture. -- 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: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

The super glue. I haven't timed myself but sliding a grip on does not take 45 seconds. Also the working time is an estimate. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 7:12:34 PM UTC-4, John Phillips wrote: > > Hi Brian, > >Do you mean the clear Gorilla Glue, or the clear Gorilla Super Glue. > The super

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

That bike got to me in great shape packaged like that, Joe. That pipe insulation does work. -- 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: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

On Tuesday, 14 July 2020 11:07:28 UTC+10, Ann L wrote: > > So I am minding my own business, out for my evening ride on my Appaloosa, > when the saddle came off. I didn't crash but it was not fun. The bolt was > completely sheared off. But the weird thing is, the same thing happened to > me a

[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

It is time to buy a small enclosed cargo trailer! :) For the saddles double plastic bag them, tape the bottom, and then put on a saddle cover so the bags don't shred in the wind. They'll stay dry that way. Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 4:08:50 PM UTC-5,