[RBW] Re: FS: 700c Mavic/XTR road wheelset

2022-05-01 Thread Joe Mullins
There's a few folks who've reached out. If they all pass on the wheels I'll give an update but I don't want anyone else to get their hopes up at the point. Thanks everyone! On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 11:07:10 AM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > What a deal! if I was in the market and shipping/duty x-rate to

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

2022-05-01 Thread Jason Fuller
I started a review of mine, to pay back the privilege of owning one already! I haven't so much as proofread it, let alone edit it, so bear that in mind https://www.jasonmytail.com/75-day-700km-review-rivendell-charlie-h-gallop/ On Saturday, 12 March 2022 at 17:45:11 UTC-8 Johnny Alien wrote:

Re: [RBW] WTB: Old XT hubset and Ritchey Logic MTB crankset

2022-05-01 Thread Eric Karnes
Hubs procured. I know it's a long shot, but anyone with at Ritchey Logic Crankset they are looking to get rid of? On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 8:00:03 PM UTC-4 Eric Karnes wrote: > If both are 32h, then sold! Send me a PM with PayPal info and I'll send > you payment. Thanks! > > On Sunday, May 1,

Re: [RBW] Re: A Quiet Ride and Thoughts of Bicycle Commuting

2022-05-01 Thread Patrick Moore
I know that I am pushing the boundaries of this thread to the breaking point, but I also think that these tangents are fully sympathetic to the general sense of this list in general and to Grant's own predilections in particular. This current NYT article makes intelligent observations on the

Re: [RBW] WTB: Old XT hubset and Ritchey Logic MTB crankset

2022-05-01 Thread Eric Karnes
If both are 32h, then sold! Send me a PM with PayPal info and I'll send you payment. Thanks! On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 7:31:41 PM UTC-4 Steven Sweedler wrote: > Eric, I have this XT 750 hub, I bought it used and haven’t done anything > with it. Also have a new XT 737 front hub, $40 shipped

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm PlatypusTeam Pro

2022-05-01 Thread Roberta
That's a hard one, since they all shine individually. The Appa with 650b wheels had a shorter wheelbase (45" for the 51cm) vs the Platy 700c (47" for the 55). The Appa felt more "planted" and stable (more like it was sure of itself), while he Platy has a bit more on the "fun" side, a little

Re: [RBW] Re: Jim 7-Speed Cassettes

2022-05-01 Thread Patrick Moore
"He delighted to tread upon the brink of meaning." Sorry Garth, I couldn't resist. I like you, don't worry. On Sun, May 1, 2022 at 11:40 AM Garth wrote: > ... It's a very Good Day All-ways a good Day ! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Jim 7-Speed Cassettes

2022-05-01 Thread Patrick Moore
I've used 10 speed chains with 10, 9, 8, and single 3/32" fixed cogs -- no problems. Aside, related, fwiw: Bike Radar some time ago recommended (and I am sure they were quoting earlier suggestions) using a chain 1 generation later than your cassette; thus 9 sp chain for 8 sp cassette, and so on.

[RBW] WTB: Old XT hubset and Ritchey Logic MTB crankset

2022-05-01 Thread Eric Karnes
For a project I’m contemplating on my Hilsen, anyone have… (1) Single or set of XT hubs. Would prefer 32h, 8sp (m737) or newer so that I can use them with some existing rims and 10sp drivetrain parts. (2) A vintage Ritchey Logic MTB crankset (with or w/o chainrings). Open on length. PM me

[RBW] Re: That new rear derailer

2022-05-01 Thread iamkeith
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 2:25:31 PM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote: > iamkeith asked one question and then implied a second question by stating > a wonder. > The question: > I don't always do as good of a Job as Bill at making the message-posting sequence as clear as Bill does, but my message -

Re: [RBW] Re: A Quiet Ride and Thoughts of Bicycle Commuting

2022-05-01 Thread Patrick Moore
I'd like to understand better what you mean by this. I agree that, in general, many improvements so-called to everyday life have been technologies that do things for you and therefore remove agency and the resulting pleasure; remove agency except the very basic, almost pre-human agencies of adding

[RBW] Re: That new rear derailer

2022-05-01 Thread Bill Lindsay
iamkeith asked one question and then implied a second question by stating a wonder. The question: "Is there a reason this derailleur couldn't be used with index shifters if someone was so inclined?" There is no reason somebody could not use this derailer with index shifters if they were so

[RBW] WTB Slimsucker

2022-05-01 Thread Ray Varella
This bag seems like it would be a good fit given the clearance I have. Does anyone have one they want to move along? They are sold out at Riv. Thank you Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: That new rear derailer

2022-05-01 Thread iamkeith
Is there a reason this derailleur couldn't be used with index shifters if someone was so inclined? Grant said they copied the parallelogram geometry from Shimano. I assumed that meant it had a 1.66:1 cable pull ratio, so any index shifter up through 9 speed, with a corresponding number of

[RBW] Re: That new rear derailer

2022-05-01 Thread Corwin
I tried rapid rise last time I was in Walnut Creek. I really liked it. I ditched friction about ten years ago though. Dislike friction for the same reason I like rapid rise: Hills! The San Francisco Bay Area is the home of long hills, steep hills and long, steep hills. I can't count the times I

[RBW] Re: FS: 700c Mavic/XTR road wheelset

2022-05-01 Thread Ryan
What a deal! if I was in the market and shipping/duty x-rate to Canada wasn't so bloody expensive , I'd be all over these. MA40 rims are excellent as are those sweet XTR hubs. I doubt you'll have a problem getting rid of these at $200 On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 11:22:44 AM UTC-5

[RBW] Re: Jim 7-Speed Cassettes

2022-05-01 Thread Ray Varella
Rich, The usability of 10 speed chains may have something to do with using thinner cogs than what existed in the days of 7 speed cassettes and freewheels. I’m just guessing but it would make sense to use parts which are currently available. Ray On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 9:36:41 AM

[RBW] Re: Jim 7-Speed Cassettes

2022-05-01 Thread Garth
On my Bombadil I have a 12-36 9sp cassette, but only use the 14-32 portion as I have 3 rings. The 36 is in a wonky position, too close to the spokes for my liking, so I adjusted the derailleur to stop at the 32 and 14. If I had to use the 36, I'd remove the 12t cog, and place a spacer where the

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

2022-05-01 Thread JAS
Romulus 57cm $1500 Seattle, WA https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-rivendell-romulus-57cm/7478039515.html On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 8:43:40 AM UTC-7 RichS wrote: > Michael, > > That's a pretty Maruishi at a good price. Note the familiar "wings" on the > fork crown. Many of

[RBW] Re: Jim 7-Speed Cassettes

2022-05-01 Thread Ryan Frahm
I was going to pick one of these up but they went fast! On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 9:06:24 AM UTC-7 RichS wrote: > I'm the target market for these cassettes since my friction shifted bikes > use 7 and 8 speed cogs; for the time being though I have enough cassettes > and spare cogs. What piqued

[RBW] Re: Hillibikes are so close!

2022-05-01 Thread Ryan Frahm
Very excited to see these builds come together! I was also hoping for an update just to know they got to port at least. But I guess we should have an update by the end of he week, maybe… I’m moving in 5 weeks and I was hoping to get a nice couple night camp trip in with it before then! Getting

Re: [RBW] ISO/ WTB: 45 or 52cm Clem L

2022-05-01 Thread Matthew Williams
Here are 2! https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/bik/d/richardson-rivendell-clementine-52cm/7477903721.html https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-clem-smith-jr-rivendell/7469698466.html On May 1, 2022, at 3:24 AM, chris feczko wrote: > Long shot but my partner is looking for one. If

[RBW] Re: Jim 7-Speed Cassettes

2022-05-01 Thread RichS
I'm the target market for these cassettes since my friction shifted bikes use 7 and 8 speed cogs; for the time being though I have enough cassettes and spare cogs. What piqued my curiosity was Grant runs these with 10 speed chains - and 9s. Something I haven't attempted but maybe worth a go.

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

2022-05-01 Thread RichS
Michael, That's a pretty Maruishi at a good price. Note the familiar "wings" on the fork crown. Many of these nice Japanese bikes were never marketed in the US. Best, Rich in ATL On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 9:36:37 AM UTC-4 Michael Morrissey wrote: > Not mine, no connection to seller, but looks

Re: [RBW] Re: Latest Blahg, Leah, sheep

2022-05-01 Thread Richard Rose
My favorite Industrial Designer. Hers is a fascinating story. Sent from my iPhone > On May 1, 2022, at 10:36 AM, Steven Sweedler wrote: > >  > Richard thanks for the mention of Roxy Lo. Interesting story Steve > >> On Sun, May 1, 2022 at 10:25 AM Richard Rose wrote: >> Hmm, there is a

Re: [RBW] Re: Latest Blahg, Leah, sheep

2022-05-01 Thread Steven Sweedler
Richard thanks for the mention of Roxy Lo. Interesting story Steve On Sun, May 1, 2022 at 10:25 AM Richard Rose wrote: > Hmm, there is a possibly underlying impression / theory that the bike one > rides somehow defines them. I am approaching 67 years of age & have been > riding my whole life

Re: [RBW] Re: Latest Blahg, Leah, sheep

2022-05-01 Thread Richard Rose
Hmm, there is a possibly underlying impression / theory that the bike one rides somehow defines them. I am approaching 67 years of age & have been riding my whole life & a lot since around 20. Huffy clunkers & borrowed Schwinn Stingray’s as a kid led to my PX10 as a newlywed. Other steel road

Re: [RBW] Re: Jim 7-Speed Cassettes

2022-05-01 Thread Joe Mullins
With a 7 speed you can run bigger tires on a Susie or Gus with less chance of the chain hitting the rubber when going from small front ring to the big one in the back. The website says they fit up to 2.8” tires but there is clearance for 3”. The deciding factor is the chain line. With a

Re: [RBW] Re: Latest Blahg, Leah, sheep

2022-05-01 Thread Eric Marth
Congrats again Leah on joining up with a group who aren't quite on the same page as you regarding frames, riding style, practicality and the rest. It will be interesting to see how the group changes over time. Has anyone borrowed a Platypus? Have you gone on a double Platy ride with your

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

2022-05-01 Thread Michael Morrissey
Not mine, no connection to seller, but looks really cool: 53cm vintage Japanese randonneur: https://www.ebay.com/itm/353883853700?hash=item52651f1384:g:vukAAOSwPYZh9vWi On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 1:01:04 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > Platypus > 60cm > 2950 > Santa Barbara, CA > >

[RBW] Re: Jim 7-Speed Cassettes

2022-05-01 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
I agree with Garth about the poor gear progressions on the 13-34 Jim. The Shimano HG-50-K 13-134 is 13-15-17-20-24-29-34 which IMHO is much better, it avoids the 15-18 problem and has 2-3-4-5-5 spacing above 15 vs the Jim's 3-3-3-4-6 spacing. I used the HG-50-K on my 88 Voyageur and gives

Re: [RBW] Re: A Quiet Ride and Thoughts of Bicycle Commuting

2022-05-01 Thread Ryan
Well, good luck Doug. You have a great bike for commuting and you don't have to worry about its security so that is something. As others have mentioned , commuting by bike is a great stress reliever , good for you, your wallet, and the planet. A win-win all-around I'd say. Starting with 1 or

[RBW] Re: A Quiet Ride and Thoughts of Bicycle Commuting

2022-05-01 Thread Matt Beecher
I used to bike commute in Athens when I worked at the EPA and my wife was still in Vet School. It's a nice area and that was where I got back into riding as an adult. It turned out to be as fast/faster than driving because I could ride through the campus, instead of hitting all those lights

[RBW] Re: A Quiet Ride and Thoughts of Bicycle Commuting

2022-05-01 Thread Tom Norton
I''m not a Riv owner but I will toss out my way of commuting. I work pt in a bike shop that has 2 locations.1 locations is 5 miles a few good size hills away. The other is 15 miles and lots of climbing. Now I don't mind the long rides, as my wife and I tour, but after being on my feet for 8

[RBW] Re: A Quiet Ride and Thoughts of Bicycle Commuting

2022-05-01 Thread ascpgh
Doug, I've been commuting year round for fifteen years so far. It is the best part of my day. since I start and finish by doing something I enjoy I work in an urban hospital with remote parking and shuttle bus service that I would not know how to navigate since bike commuting is so much easier

[RBW] ISO/ WTB: 45 or 52cm Clem L

2022-05-01 Thread chris feczko
Long shot but my partner is looking for one. If anyone has any leads feel free to message me. Thanks Chris -- 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