[RBW] Re: My back is pretty stoked on my Rivendell...

Late thirties with occasional hip and sciatic problems. I've always ridden upright, and to the Riv formula (albatross) for the last five years or so (though not on a Riv). When my hip/sciatic issues pop up it's actually being on the bike that's the easiest position. Walking and sometimes even

[RBW] Re: I think I have the 98th Atlantis. Does anyone remember what was cool?

It looks superb. Just right as far as my preferences are concerned. A great illustration of why it's the Atlantis is quintessential rivbike for many of us. > > Stephen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Dog trailer for bikes - any experience or recommendations?

I once saw a guy towing two Jack Russells in a trailer. The trailer flipped as he went round a corner (I think he touched the kerb/curb) and the dogs fell out. They ran to the side of the road and waited obediently while the guy righted the trailer - almost as if it happened all the time and

Re: [RBW] Re: Backwards stem

There a couple of threads at the moment which touch on sensitivity of set up in terms of comfort/handling/performance of upright vs sportier cockpits. I have tried a variety of set ups on my bike (not a Riv) from drops (at saddle height) through Bosco-style (very upright) and Albatross.

[RBW] Backwards stem

Anyone remember this from RR42? Well I spotted another example recently.

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis now redundant?

I have done all-dayers (~80 miles on mixed terrain) on albatross bars. Enjoyment all the way - no issues whatsoever. Hoping to do a 100 mile day this year. I haven't used it for multi-day long rides (i.e. touring use). On Monday, March 6, 2017 at 5:11:06 AM UTC, Matt B. wrote: > > +1 on drops

[RBW] Re: Atlantis now redundant?

Check out this current thread which includes a discussion of Appaloosa vs Atlantis: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/SGTUAHh_npg The take home messages for me are (1) your choice of handlebar is an important consideration in choosing between the two and (2) if you want

Re: [RBW] Re: When is a bike old?

I thought Brewster was being facetious. -- 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 post to this

[RBW] Mend and make do

I just greased and adjusted the bearings in my left pedal (I was going to say left-hand pedal but the pedants among you already have enough to go on) and now it feels mighty fine. It had got a bit tight and was trying to turn under my foot as I pedalled. I had that feeling I guess a lot

Re: [RBW] dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

Just to pick up on Peter's point on flicker, low speed means walking pace. This means flicker is not apparent in most riding scenarios. On Friday, January 27, 2017 at 11:20:37 AM UTC, Peter White wrote: > > All dynamo powered LED headlights flicker at low speeds. It's more > noticeable with the

[RBW] Re: So what do I put in my tea now?

You can't base your thinking on one example. This woman started smoking at 17 and lived to 112. Does that debunk the "smoking is bad for you" fad? http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/woman-aged-112-says-secret-7246844 On Sunday, January 8, 2017 at 1:53:52 AM UTC, lum gim fong wrote: > By

[RBW] Staff Bikes are back

For those who feared the worst after the latest RBW website upgrade, the Staff Bikes section is restored - under the News menu. Looks like it will be updated in due course too. Interestingly, Grant's custom singlespeeder looks a lot like The Deacon's Quickbeam.

[RBW] RBW succession planning

I've wondered for a while what will happen to RBW when Grant retires. Of course he'll never really retire but there must be some point when he starts to hand over to the rest of the crew. The latest Blug entry on ROSCOs says "ROSCO has been an opportunity for others here to learn about frame

[RBW] Re: Just ride!

Not quite, Eric. We're doomed when they combine this with e-bikes! On Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at 4:24:08 AM UTC, Eric Karnes wrote: > > sigh. we're doomed... > > On Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 6:31:07 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: >> >> >>

[RBW] Re: In search of trade: Long shot, at that - 56cm Hillborne for something that fits me better

Not into get into a sizing discussion in this here thread, but yes, using stem sizing to change up reach is a great idea depending on the needs/uses. Sorry, couldn't resist! ;-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: 1st Bombadil on Treasure Island

I like the way it is starting to go crusty. You can't buy that kind of finish - it is special and has to be earned. In the classic car and motorbike world people seem to be over highly restored, immaculately presented examples and originality and patina (in Riv circles you might call it

Re: [RBW] front rack recommendations

What about the Surly Nice or Jandd Extreme ? -- 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: Thank you and "Enjoy the Ride!"

Always up there in the "Most active posters" tables... Always with adventures to share... Owner of my two favourite bikes on this group... I will miss you Patrick - good luck, whatever your next adventure is. Stephen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

Steve said "Bike crash - over in an instant, much too fast to feel any emotion." I crashed last week. There was a slight rustling from the back of the bike, like a leaf or something brushing the wheel. I looked down to check it out, then when I looked up again I was heading for the kerb! I had

Re: [RBW] Re: 10-30 minute rides

24mph?! Ha ha! Nope, 12 miles in total taken in two 6 mile/30-ish minute chunks. -- 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: 10-30 minute rides

Forget the physical side - we're talking about the joy of cycling here! My daily commute is ~12 miles so I get 2 x 30-ish minute rides each day which is lovely. At the weekends it's often shorter trips out with one of my children on the bike seat (to parties, shops, etc) and that is great fun

[RBW] Re: Aggressive cycling pack and I slipped up today

These are public roads, aren't they? Anything that takes your concentration away from responsible cycling, driving, walking, etc is bad. No one (well, very few people...) goes out on the road wanting to cause a crash or intimidate fellow road users anyone but that can be the result if you act

[RBW] Re: good blug post on rim and disk brakes

I am a satisfied rim braker. I've never seriously considered riding discs but I can see the attraction in avoiding compromised braking in the wet and annoying mud on rim grinding noises when off road. One big factor that Grant has missed is the wear effect of rim brakes. Sooner or later the

Re: [RBW] Re: Carry a Multi-tool or loose tools, and why?

For the daily commute, just a patch kit, mini pump and tyre levers. It's only 5.5 miles each way so I'm never *that* far from home. For away-from-home riding I add a chain tool, allen keys, adjustable spanner, spoke wrench and a couple of small screwdrivers Stephen -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon appreciation

Thanks everyone. I think I'll stick with Marathons for now. I'm generally an "if it ain't broke don't fix it" kind of person. Maybe I'll try something different when they (eventually) wear out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Schwalbe Marathon appreciation

I love Schwalbe Marathons for their robustness and versatility. Fit and forget, ride (pretty much) where you like. Marathons are a great choice for those one-bikers among us. Even if you have a stable of bikes, one of them is probably a go-to utility/commuting mount – again prime Marathon

Re: [RBW] My (f)Atlantis in the new Bunyan Velo

Full of amazing and inspiring photos... and beards! -- 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 post

[RBW] Re: Riv riding recovery and acclimation advice needed.

I have never considered myself as being particularly fit or sporty or fast at anything. My commute is 11 miles round trip and I do it 5 days a week. I second the go slow thing for a number of reasons - I don't want to get sweaty, slow feels right for me, I enjoy taking the time out between work

[RBW] Re: Roscoe Bubba headbadge

A discussion about the headbadge? Looks like everyone's too busy riding... -- 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: Rivendell "SimpleBeam" - New Model - Call for the Seriously Interested

The thing is, as we all know, any bike can be a single speed. Riv themselves say "Don’t wait for us to do a dedicated single speeder. Just get a Sam/Cheviot/Clem/Hunq whatever with an ENO hub. You won’t regret it."

[RBW] Re: RBW and Meaning

I could articulate the meaning I personally take from the whole Grant/Riv thing but I find it more interesting to consider this in a broad sense. So rather than clear meaning I see a number of contradictions in the messages/meaning/interpretation around Grant/Riv. I haven't taken the time to

[RBW] Re: Possible FS: 2TT 64 Atlantis

For reference, what height/pbh are you? -- 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 post to this