[RBW] Re: RBW Business Model

Paul, I may have one too many hard ciders when writing my paean to Grant, and your points are well taken :-) Jack On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 8:26:21 PM UTC-7, Paul Brodek wrote: > > I think that Grant is maybe brilliant, and was a significant influence in > moving the bike industry and product

[RBW] Re: RBW Business Model

I think that Grant is maybe brilliant, and was a significant influence in moving the bike industry and product offerings towards more practical products that better fit the needs of non-racers. I wouldn't be comfortable saying he has a better understanding of bike design than any other living

[RBW] Re: Recommendations/WTB: smallish saddlebag

Thanks all. Lotta pretty things to consider. -- 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: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

Nice pics, thanks for sharing. Your bikes look immaculate! On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 7:19:41 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > Andrew: Thanks for those *apercus*. I am corrected about the Roadini, and > am happy to be so corrected because, if the Roadini is more "spritely" > (technical term)

Re: [RBW] Paul Mini Moto brakes

I had them on my Atlantis and I concur with the previous comments. When I first put them on I was afraid they were too powerful & might land me on my head, but I adapted quickly. Enough room for wide tires, the exception would be on 26" wheels where you can get some really fat tires or knobby

Re: [RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

Andrew: Thanks for those *apercus*. I am corrected about the Roadini, and am happy to be so corrected because, if the Roadini is more "spritely" (technical term) than the Ram, and since the Ram was a decently performing, if not orgasmically wonderful bike, the Roadini wil indeed be something

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Business Model

As to Aristotelian *physics* and Aquinasian *theology* (he sniffed, disdainfully), I apologize because that very hastily but energetically typed and very much enjoyed reply ought to have gone privately to John, who asked for it and therefore deserved it. Sartre was an idiot. As Heraclitus (?)

Re: [RBW] Re: HHH ride report

Thanks for the post. Since you are in the general vicinity, I heartily recommend the Petit Tran de Nord out of Montreal. Of course you will have to wait for the border to reopen. Pat and I did a four day ride on our bilenkey tandem a few years ago and enjoyed every day. Michael On

[RBW] Re: RBW Business Model

Holy Cow Batman. I have just checked back in on this thread. Where I had only intended to inject a little irony and a humor, I find we have now descended, or ascended if you prefer, into the metaphysics of Aquinas. Can anyone tell us if Satre had an opinion about bicycles? My point was

Re: [RBW] Paul Mini Moto brakes

I have used the motolites in the past and liked them and in fact I'm thinking about getting some in the future to convert an old Stumpjumper into 650b. There are two reasons for looking at the mini-motos right now. I have a pair of Paul Canti levers sitting around and I kinda like the look

Re: [RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

I think the Homer vs. Sam debate is exactly what we're dealing with here! On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 7:36:32 PM UTC-5 RichS wrote: > Thanks for that assessment Andrew. > Looking at images of both bikes, but having ridden neither one, it seems > about right. > > Reminds me of the difference

Re: [RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

Thanks for that assessment Andrew. Looking at images of both bikes, but having ridden neither one, it seems about right. Reminds me of the difference between my Homer and Sam. Best, Rich in ATL Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 26, 2020, at 8:21 PM, Andrew Turner wrote: > -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

So the Ram actually belongs to my father but I've snuck in enough rides to still form a decent opinion despite different saddle preferences. Between the Ram and the Roadini unloaded, I would say the Roadini is a more lively, springy ride, most notably in the front end. I only weigh 130lbs so

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Jason, I posted this on July 14 related to a question about the Roadini. . . .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

Re: [RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

On Sun, Jul 26, 2020 at 4:25 PM RichS wrote: > ... > Are the ride characteristics of your Roadini and Ram similar? Appearance > wise the Ram looks a touch more stout than the Roadini. > I'd be interested in hearing about the differences, too. I owned a blue-era Ram; nice bike. For some reason I

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

I've use 'em on multiple bikes, can echo most of what everybody else already said. I don't think I've had them on anything bigger than a 38mm tire, without fenders, ample clearance there. Definitely quick and easy to setup, much easier than cantis, including Paul cantis. I didn't want to pay

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

I have an OMAS titanium BB spindle in my parts bin... takes standard cartridge bearings. Never used it, but it looks like a fine piece of kit. Anton velolumino.com On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 5:44:38 PM UTC-4, Joel Stern wrote: > > So the eBay story, the seller will no longer answering my

Re: [RBW] Paul Mini Moto brakes

Any reason for the MiniMoto over the Motolite? On my Hunq the Motolite handles a 50mm Big Ben with fenders, and I could probably squeak 55s in there (in fact I intend to when the time comes). Much prefer them to both flavors of Paul cantis for ease of installation/adjustment, in addition to

[RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

Andrew, thank you for posting the link to your website. Really enjoyed the photography and seeing your collection of great looking bikes. I'm with you on wanting to make a return trip to Scotland! My daughter and I climbed to the top of Ben Nevis while we were in Fort William. Are the ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

So the eBay story, the seller will no longer answering my messages, eBay and paypal are no help. Reported to CC company, took card off of paypal and bank balance is now only $5. I have his eBay messages, so they have access where he states that it is an OMAS Italian made hubset so it will not be

Re: [RBW] Zepfal HPX size for 55cm Bleriot

The 4 is very very tight, I an using a 3 with some Velcro to hold it. It hits well but if you brush it, it might come loose. I bought the 4 first but it was a fight to get it in place but it is possible. On Sun, Jul 26, 2020 at 4:56 PM David Hays <23writ...@gmail.com> wrote: > My 56 Homer

Re: [RBW] Zepfal HPX size for 55cm Bleriot

My 56 Homer took a size 4. David > On Jun 13, 2020, at 7:34 PM, Joel Stern wrote: > > My Zefals have gone missing, I think I would need q size 3. Any one know for > sure? > > thanks > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

Yes I have discovered that. Thanks On Sun, Jul 26, 2020 at 4:01 PM Garth wrote: > > Hey Joel, the hubs in that listing are not OMAS hubs ! They don't even > have a brand label on them. OMAS rear hubs were 126mm and they went out of > business before 135mm hubs were even invented for mtb's.

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

I've got them on my Toyo Atlantis with 50mm Gravelkings. There's not a ton of clearance, but the combo works. I'll echo that set up is relatively straightforward, and the performance / modulation is great. My only issue is I wish they had a bit more feedback at the lever. -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

Hey Joel, the hubs in that listing are not OMAS hubs ! They don't even have a brand label on them. OMAS rear hubs were 126mm and they went out of business before 135mm hubs were even invented for mtb's. The axle assembly looks very cheap, The QR appears aftermarket. The seller used a

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

Thanks Garth, I just bought them. Finally negotiated no shipping fee. https://www.ebay.com/itm/NOS-OMAS-hubs-Set-HIGH-Polish-36h-front-rear-100mm-135mm-Freewheel-Vintage/172519796031?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 On Sun, Jul 26, 2020 at 2:10 PM Garth wrote: > > No

[RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

Beautiful photos. Well done site. Thanks. On Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 6:05:09 PM UTC-7, Andrew Turner wrote: > > COVID gave me time to spruce up my website and > it's at a point where I'm comfortable making it public. The majority of it > is dedicated to riding and

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

No chances required Joel, they're excellent hubs. I remember seeing the brand in cycle racing books back in the day. http://sscycleworks.com/components/hubs-omas.html The O.M.A.S. company was started in 1960 in Bologna, Italy, as a job shop > for the famed Weber carburetor company. Two years

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

Thanks Brewster, I am waiting to hear back from the seller On Sun, Jul 26, 2020 at 2:04 PM Brewster Fong wrote: > Yeah, I think they stopped making bike parts like 40 years ago. But that > doesn't mean what you found isn't good! If it works for you, I say go for > it! Good Luck! > > On Sunday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

Yeah, I think they stopped making bike parts like 40 years ago. But that doesn't mean what you found isn't good! If it works for you, I say go for it! Good Luck! On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 10:52:51 AM UTC-7 Joel Stern wrote: > Brewster, that was the only thing I could find. I may just take a

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

Brewster, that was the only thing I could find. I may just take a chance and buy the NOS hubs I found. Thanks On Sun, Jul 26, 2020 at 11:10 AM Brewster Fong wrote: > There is a page on them at the Classic Rendezvous site: > > http://www.classicrendezvous.com/Italy/OMAS.htm > > I remember buying

[RBW] WTT: (Bay Area) Susie Longbolts medium frame set for small Susie Longbolts

Received my new orange color Susie frame. Still waiting for the wheel set. To get a feel for the fit I attached wheels from my hybrid, saddle, crankset and various stem/handlebar combos. It became clear that the medium frame is slightly larger than ideal for me. If you are in Bay Area (or

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

I run Minimotos on my BMW Monstercross and I really like them over cantis. I can fit the 43mm Panaracer Gravelking SKs under them. In the winter I put fenders on (45mm SKS) over 38mm Barlow Pass tires. The cable slightly touches one of the fenders, but it doesn't affect operation or safety.

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

I forgot to mention--they are very, very easy to set up. Much less frustrating than a normal v-brake, which aren't very frustrating at all! I especially like that no screw drivers are required, just a 5mm allen and a 15mm wrench. Just remember they are short pull, so you'll likely need to

[RBW] Re: Cable pull modification hack for 9S shifter/cassette, 10S clutch derailleur (SRAM GX)

40 miles today across Napa to Lake Hennessy and back with the new setup: great! Significantly quieter and shifts great, better than the XT RD before. Abe On Sunday, 26 July 2020 at 05:48:41 UTC-7 ascpgh wrote: > This is the sort of hack I envisioned for my NOS Mavic/Simplex DT shift > levers

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

Ryan, I have mini motos on my Hillborne and they work extremely well. They'll work with most tire sizes (I run 43mm Gravelking SK tubeless), but do not play that nicely with fenders. The cable on mine runs very close to / on top of my SKS fenders. There are photos online of people running

[RBW] Re: FS: Gunnar Crosshairs '11 Frame/Fork/Complete 62c-t x 59.5c-c

Nibbles are none, so price reduction to $1,250 On Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 9:53:40 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Gunnar Crosshairs '11 62c-t st x 59.5c-c ht: $1,400 picked up w/in 50mi of > NYC Metro area; I'm not considering shipping at the moment due to hassle > and covid stuff... >

[RBW] Paul Mini Moto brakes

Has anybody used Paul Components Mini Moto brakes and if so, how did you like them? How big of a tire can you use with them? I had a V-brake break on my Appaloosa and am looking at a replacement and these look pretty cool and easy to setup/use. Thanks. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

There is a page on them at the Classic Rendezvous site: http://www.classicrendezvous.com/Italy/OMAS.htm I remember buying this part kit way back in the mid to late 80s. I still may have a nut or something in my box, but the parts were really light!

[RBW] Anyone ever hear of a parts builder OMAS.

They seen to have worked with campy for a bit. Any info is appreciated. Thanks Joel -- 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: Anybody regret their Cheviot sweater?

Private reply sent. Please let me know if you don’t get it. Best regards, Matt On Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 10:19:01 PM UTC-5, Robert Gardner wrote: > Hi all — > > > I have a large and bc my body is what it is, it fits me but it is not my cup > of tea. I would sell my large if anyone wanted

[RBW] Re: Cable pull modification hack for 9S shifter/cassette, 10S clutch derailleur (SRAM GX)

This is the sort of hack I envisioned for my NOS Mavic/Simplex DT shift levers pertinent for 9-Spd before I accepted that they were going to be just way too dang far down there on a 64cm frame to worry about if or how well they worked. If the functional capstan diameter around which the cable

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

Just discovered the 2020 Roadini's will facilitate that. If I had waited a year, that probably would've been my forever bike. On Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 7:50:22 PM UTC-5 Andrew Turner wrote: > Has anyone fit jack brown tires with fenders on their Roadini? > > On Monday, July 20, 2020 at

[RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

Thank you, Andrew! Let not your lack of language as your forte bar you from writing if you wish nor feel burdened by an imagined need to accompany pixs with prose. Your Scootlan' shots took me back there in a heart beat and a wee sip a whisky! As to forte, there is no satisfactory

[RBW] Re: Recommendations/WTB: smallish saddlebag

The small Goldback bag: https://www.bagsxbird.com/product-page/goldback-ni%C3%B1o. I have one on my Open. It's well thought out - fastens with Voile straps, comes with an HDPE liner inside to prevent it sagging onto the tyre if being used without a rack underneath, has an additional piece of

[RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

It was a real pleasure to look through your photographs! Thanks much, Andrew! David Lipsky Berkeley, 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