[RBW] Re: Banana Sax alternate mounting, matchy matchy

Looks good tell us more about the midrive electric motor you have on this bike On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 8:47:33 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Taking a cue from Grant's plethora of front-mounted Bananas, I gave it a > whirl on my Lightning Bolt with a matching olive Saddlesack. He's

[RBW] Sackville Banana Sax

Hi, can any Banana Sax owners provide the bag's dimensions? -- 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.

[RBW] Re: New to me Sam

Nice classy build. How about some build details? Is that a 52 cm frame? On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 6:12:31 PM UTC-5, Bob Warner wrote: > > Greetings RBW Bunch, > Thought I'd post my new to me Sam Hillborne! I'm pretty excited about > this bike. I'm the second owner of the frame, and just

[RBW] Re: First Riv/NYC RO

Nice build! What was the reasoning for mounting a basket on the rear rack? On Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 11:19:09 PM UTC-5, Jacob wrote: > > I've been lurking around here for awhile and became a member when I > ordered the bike. Built it up in December and it's such a joy to ride. > Thought

[RBW] Re: Design your custom

I look at the Cheviot a lot but the tire width limitations always keep me from pulling the trigger. So the mountain mixtie in 50 - 52 cm with canti posts has a lot of appeal . On Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 10:39:53 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > All this talk of Rivs you'd buy if Grant/Riv

[RBW] Re: Cowboy Trail NE, Goatheads, tire choice

Love this description by Patrick Moore. > "The ride was sh*t. It was like riding through cold molasses 12" deep in a > 53 X 12 against a 40 mph headwind while sick with a 105* fever and the > brakes locked and your saddle way too low." Too funny. On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 9:50:39 PM

[RBW] Re: My new Cheviot

I love the color! Whats the width of the Fatty Rumpkins? I'm interested to see how the fenders fit. I saw a Cheviot at FFD this past fall and the wheelbase was much longer than it appears on line. On Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at 9:21:57 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I

[RBW] Re: If you have ever lusted after Woody fenders . . .

I've often wondered if wooden fenders would be less likely to clog up with frozen gunk since they would be less likely to conduct the cold. Even Sks with their chromoplastic material Which probably prevents cracking, must aid in the conducting of cold. Of coarse ata a certain point it doesn't

[RBW] Re: If you have ever lusted after Woody fenders . . .

I'd love to see pic of the San Marcos with the Woody fenders. How do the Woodys hold up in the weather? Have you ever ridden with them on a slushy salt treated road? On Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 7:30:14 PM UTC-5, Ann L wrote: > > They are having a holiday sale with $27 to $37 off. I have

[RBW] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

Another loss is the size of the images. They can no longer be enlarged just zoomed in on. Personally I miss the larger images. On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 2:45:42 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > It looks like Riv has switched their website again. It looks the same but > different. The

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

The reason why I asked for an actual measurement was for comparison to the bikes that I ride now. So why did you sell your Appaloosa? On Friday, November 24, 2017 at 12:52:57 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I'm not clear why you need to actual tt measurement..it won't tell you > anything

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

Hi Andrew, couple of questions. What is the teeth count on the chainrings and the cassette? Can you please measure the actual length of the top tube not the effective. Here in Connecticut we don't have any local Riv dealers so I've never had the opportunity to ride one and get a feel for the

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

I might be interested but need a few details please. For the $1800 price everything in the picture? How about a couple more pics? On Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 12:37:43 PM UTC-4, Andrew Huston wrote: > > A proper listing. Complete for $1800 plus shipping, F/f/hs and crank for > $1000 plus

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Their is a blogger in Minnesota who used to ride an Alfine w/ a Gates belt then he had a custom bike built to run with disc brakes, Gates belt and a Rolhoff hub. https://fourseasoncycling.com/2016/01/31/my-commuter-bike-design-explained/ Vic of TheLazyRandonneur.com a now defunct blog was a

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

On my bike built for winter conditions I have a Shimano Alfine 8 speed hub with a kick brake and a front rim brake for fair weather and back up. You have to have a horizontal drop out to use the kick brake because of the risk of pulling the wheel out of a vertical drop out. Its also cleaner?

[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice Cadet

I like the cat in the second photo it helps indicate the size of the bag! On Friday, November 3, 2017 at 2:20:55 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Patrick's search for a Longflap reminded me that I have a saddlebag I'm > not using (I offered it to him first). Sold to me NOS a couple years ago; I

[RBW] Re: German Mirror Basket Mount

2 > > On Monday, October 23, 2017 at 11:06:11 AM UTC-4, A CT Cyclist wrote: >> >> Can you post some pictures? > > -- 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: German Mirror Basket Mount

Can you post some pictures? -- 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 group, send email

[RBW] Trigger shifters on swept-back bars - Jones or others

Funny you should ask, I've been thinking about the same thing. I'm looking at the Sun race trigger shifters for 10 speed road because they look clean and would be compatible with my shimano road derailleur. Has anyone used trigger shifters from them. If I was building the bike up from scratch I

[RBW] Re: NYC Century on Cheviot

Wow, nice job. I never thought the five boroughs ride was a century but makes since when I look at the GPS map you posted. I had the same trouble with my chain dropping to the outside when I made my triple crank into a 1 x 9. I'm running a 36 tooth chainring that I picked up at the LBS it's

[RBW] First generation Rosco Bubbe Mixte for sale (bump, new pictures)

What size wheels does it take? Do you have a link for the original frame specs? -- 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: Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

the head to seat fully below the surface, viewed > from the side (use of the fender nut changes that). My picture has the > fender nut still in place of the recessed nut. I was happier to use a > daruma and have the mounting point supporting the fender farther forward. > > Andy Cheatham &

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

Yes I bought them new and no they aren't missing parts. I agree the bolt does look different from the one in the Pauls product photo. I didn't purchase the brakes from Pauls directly it makes more since shipping wise to purchase a bit closer to home. Just to clarify for those of you that have

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

ys but the pictures do not even show up in my > email, except the nut and bolt. > > On Fri, Sep 8, 2017 at 1:05 PM, A CT Cyclist <amee...@gmail.com > > wrote: > >> >> The first photo shows the back of the brake with the recessed *bolt *that >> threads dir

[RBW] Re: Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

to be threaded into it for fender mounting. On Friday, September 8, 2017 at 6:46:07 AM UTC-4, EasyRider wrote: > > Your photos did not load properly, please repost them. > > On Thursday, September 7, 2017 at 10:45:33 PM UTC-4, A CT Cyclist wrote: >> >> I have used Duramas in the

[RBW] Re: Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

I have used Duramas in the past but the clearances are tight hence the desire to try the Sheldon Fender nut. Since a picture is worth a thousand words . This is the back of the brake with the recessed *bolt *that threads directly into it, no nuts involved.

[RBW] Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

Correct me if wrong but you can't use Sheldon fender nuts with Paul Racer brakes in the front because the recessed bolt threads into the brake from behind the fork. The bolt threads directly into the back of the brake. If anyone has experience with these brakes and Sheldon fender nuts let me

[RBW] Re: Favorite Platform Pedals

Those Speedplay Brass Knuckles look nice but they are rather pricey! $175 for this beautifully polished pedal, too bad it won't stay pretty for long. [image: Speedplay Ships Brass Knuckles, Colorful Flats That Will Take a Beating] On Sunday, September 3, 2017 at 11:31:41 AM UTC-4, A CT

[RBW] Favorite Platform Pedals

Just like the subject implies, what are your favorite platform pedals and why? -- 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] Platform Pedal Favorites

Just like the subject suggests, what are your favorite platform pedals and why? -- 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] Musa Mitts

I really wanted a pair, but they sold out before I could order a pair. And now they are forever no more. I searched the internet for some sort of over mitten that I could slip on over my hi-viz gloves when needed but alas my search has been fruitless. Anybody want to sell their Musa Mitts? --

[RBW] Re: What is this and how do I get it off my stem?

Ok, I just have to ask. Why are you using a Technomic stem when you clearly don't need all that height? I don't think I've ever seen a threaded stem inserted that far! On Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 3:29:46 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: > > Came off my Sam. Exposed stem is clean as you can

[RBW] choco bullmoose bars

Can anyone on the list provide the following stats for the Choco bullmoose bars. How much extension do they have? How much height does the stem provide? For instance a Technomic stem might be 50 to 120 mm long and have a minimum insertion of 225 mm from the headset. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Hub area bag/rack mounting hacks

Nice job. Looks much more user friendly. On Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 9:11:53 AM UTC-4, Jeff wrote: > > I've finally procured a pair of hub area bags to go with my hub area rack > - jumped on 'em as soon as olive green came back in stock, and I mounted > them up with the included nylon

[RBW] Re: Fender suggestions for a 26" wheeled Atlantis

I just checked Velo Orange's site and they have smooth aluminum 60 cm fenders for 26" wheels. Also as I was just discussing in another post I recently mounted a pair of SKS P65 for 26" x 2.35 tires. On Friday, September 2, 2016 at 4:31:50 PM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: > > Building upthe Atlantis

[RBW] Re: Rack Options

of your rack and sks bike set up? On Friday, eptember 2, 2016 at 11:58:39 AM UTC-4, A CT Cyclist wrote: > > Besides the Nitto and Clem racks that Riv sells, what rear rack does > everyone use with the SKS fenders? I recently changed the fenders on my > Bridgestone and found that the V sh

[RBW] Rack Options

Besides the Nitto and Clem racks that Riv sells, what rear rack does everyone use with the SKS fenders? I recently changed the fenders on my Bridgestone and found that the V shaped fenders stays of the SKS fenders weren't compatible with my existing rack since they share the same braze on. The

[RBW] Re: Saddle recommendations for old lady butts

Not all "Old Lady butts", are the same. Saddle preference is highly personal even for older women. All the same parameters are valid, riding position, length of ride, conditioning to bicycle saddles in general. Please don't ask the group to make a recommendation based on your "Old Lady butt"

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Chronicles

If you just want to get the bars higher on the Betty Foy, try a Nitto MT-10 dirt drop stem. This is a taller version of the dirt drops and gives way more height than the regular dirt drops. This stem gets the bars higher than the 6 inches of rise available with the Technomic stem or the 7

[RBW] Re: FS: Frameset, Two Wheelsets, Bosco Bullmoose Bars

Hi Bill, can you tell us more about the frame bag? What length top tube will it fit? On Friday, July 29, 2016 at 2:37:40 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > The combination of two big Rivendell Purchases (one Appaloosa and one > HubbaHubbaH tandem) has put me into an urgent storage situation.

[RBW] Edison Tail light

I know the topics of battery operated fender mount tail lights has been discussed before, but I don't recall seeing anything about the Edison Tail light from Soma. Does anyone have any experience with this particular tail light? Namely how bright is it? -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Choco Norm Handlebars

Nobody on the list using the Choco Norms? What about the Choco Bull Moose? I'm familiar with the Alba's, how do they compare? On Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 10:32:53 PM UTC-4, A CT Cyclist wrote: > > I'm thinking about putting some different handlebars on my Bridgestone > MB-2. I'd li

[RBW] Choco Norm Handlebars

I'm thinking about putting some different handlebars on my Bridgestone MB-2. I'd like to get some feedback regarding the Choco Norm Handlebars. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

Thanks, I'm leaning towards the honey b17 imperial On Tue, Apr 19, 2016 at 10:09 AM, Avery Wilson wrote: > I have a honey B17 regular. Bought it new and I've had it on 3 bikes and > 6-7k miles. It's really comfortable to me, and I don't recall ever having a > problem with

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

ess in a Select. On my drop-bar road bike, Rivet Indy remains >> my preference for fit, and wouldn't want the shape of a B17 here. >> >> On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 8:12:22 PM UTC-5, A CT Cyclist wrote: >>> >>> Hope this isn't too personal but how much do you g

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

Hope this isn't too personal but how much do you guys weigh. Also I tried a Cambium today it was too hard for me. On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 8:43 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Seconding what Ron said, my Select is noticeably more comfortable than a > Special and Regular I own (with

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

:26 PM, "Steve Palincsar" <palin...@his.com> wrote: > > > On 04/18/2016 07:07 PM, A CT Cyclist wrote: > >> Just wondering if anyone had any experience with saddle dye coming off >> onto light colored pants/shorts? More specifically does anyone have a >>

[RBW] Leather saddle bleed

Just wondering if anyone had any experience with saddle dye coming off onto light colored pants/shorts? More specifically does anyone have a remedy other than avoiding light colored pants/shorts? I love the look of the Brooks select saddles but I'm weary of the extra thick hide. -- You

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam in the Washington Post

MG at chasing mailboxes http://chasingmailboxes.com On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 5:05:03 PM UTC-4, islaysteve wrote: > > >

[RBW] Bridgestone MB-2

I thought I'd post a couple pics of my re-purposed 92 Bridgestone MB-2 in case there were any fans of old mountain bikes on this forum. The build is prettly Rivish, bags, racks, baskets, fat tires, comfy riding position, etc. More info on my blog if you want to geek out

Re: [RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

That's really a shame. Makes me want to buy another one. Perhaps if they did away with the double top tube in the larger sizes it would appeal to more non Riv folks. On Jan 16, 2016 11:00 AM, "islaysteve" wrote: > But is it really Grant's call? I know that he killed the

Re: [RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

ms. They've held > up well for us and they ride great. > > Cheers, > Tim > > On Thu, Jan 7, 2016 at 7:24 AM, Philip Kim <philipw...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> I fit 42 with fenders fine with Paul Brakes. Other San Marcos on this >> list has 42 Marathons with SK

[RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

I don't think you can squeeze 42 mm tires with fenders. Soma's website states 38 mm without fenders 35 mm with. From what I can tell you can get the Straggler as a complete bike or a frame only. On Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 4:48:59 PM UTC-5, se...@austin.utexas.edu wrote: > > Thanks for

Re: [RBW] San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

I own a 51 cm Soma San Marco and I love it I have wide drop bars set up ~3 inches above my saddle with a 50 cm stem and I love it. I haven't ever ridden a Straggler but there are a few things that keep me from pursuing it. 1- the geometry is quite different, seat tube angle for Straggler = 74

Re: [RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

ighlights > > *Tire Clearance* > *Our Fatties Fit Fine (FFF) stays and our beautiful slope-crowned custom > fork provide room for tires up to 700c x 42mm! With fenders!* > > > On 01/06/2016 06:31 PM, A CT Cyclist wrote: > > I don't think you can squeeze 42 mm tires with

[RBW] Re: VO Constructeur Front Rack on a Ram - HELP

I wholly agree that VO Constructeur racks are difficult to mount. I wouldn't want to attempted to bend stainless steel tangs without a bench vice. I also only have rear facing fender bosses on my San Marcos fork. I mounted my front constructeur rack twice, once with a Grand Comp 610 CP brake

[RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

I understood their description but they should specify that right side implies mounting on the outside of the handlebar. Cus when you say thumb shifter it implies shifting w/the thumb. On Monday, December 28, 2015 at 5:19:21 PM UTC-5, Garth wrote: > > > *The most confusing thread and

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

> this "backwards" mounting, they actually are operable by your > thumb(s). > > Basically, I love them. I'm shifting on a 3x8 drivetrain, FWIW. > > > On Wed, Dec 16, 2015 at 7:55 PM, A CT Cyclist <amee...@gmail.com > > wrote: > > Has an

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

all them "thumb shifters". With >> this "backwards" mounting, they actually are operable by your >> thumb(s). >> >> Basically, I love them. I'm shifting on a 3x8 drivetrain, FWIW. >> >> >> On Wed, Dec 16, 2015 at 7:55 PM, A CT Cyclist <amee...

[RBW] Re: New Cheviot build for my wife.

I love that green color, they really should keep that in the lineup On Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 11:51:07 PM UTC-5, Keith Muller wrote: > > Just finished up a new 50cm Cheviot build for my wife. I have a couple > finishing details to work out, but it's about 98% there. I thing it turned

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

ght-side-only setup. You could mount this on the inside of the > left. You cannot however buy two of these or swap the mounts or whatever > > On Monday, December 28, 2015 at 2:04:05 PM UTC-5, A CT Cyclist wrote: >> >> Ahh, so if you want to mount them on the inside of your handle bar, lik

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

At 52 my bars are too high for that to happen. I'm using a Civia dupont hb that I had to overcome the low head tube and long top tube of my Bridgestone MB-2. On Dec 28, 2015 10:43 PM, "Joe Bernard" wrote: > I gave up on bar-ends for Albas. At 53 I'm officially tired of

[RBW] Re: New Winter Project: Another 650B conversion, thanks in part to you

Bill, I noticed on in the Flicker album you stated that you were going to dimple the chainstays to get a bit more clearance. Can you explain how you go about doing this? On Monday, November 23, 2015 at 7:44:36 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > So I sold a few bikes to pay for a mountain bike.

[RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

Has anyone here used these shifters? I'm thinking of trying the right shifter for a 1 x 7 . On Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 7:53:07 PM UTC-5, Dave Johnston wrote: > > Maybe just read what it says on the Rivpage: > > " ... Trivia: These are actually made for shifting Sturmey archer >

[RBW] Sacks for Cats?

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-UQOeZnWaq5E/VHYsFx3XIkI/Ai4/8aKaKrV6ulo/s1600/sacs%2Bfor%2Bcats%2Bstamped.JPG This occurred shortly after I unpacked and left the basket and Saddle Sack on the floor. She usually is just a paper weight. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Old Steel Bicycles

Have you ever heard of a guy called Heinz Stucke? He may have the most miles ridden in a lifetime clenched. According to his website he has traveled 593 625 km or * 368 861 miles over 48 years of cycle touring. * *Check it out athttp://www.bikechina.com/heinzstucke1z.html

[RBW] Re: Splinting a carbon frame

It maybe possible for Calfee to repair it. As far as a lay person splinting a cf chainstay at the least I would say it's inadvisable and unsafe. actcyclist On Saturday, October 11, 2014 11:38:37 AM UTC-4, Anne Paulson wrote: My friend with a carbon frame broke the chainstay yesterday, in what

[RBW] Rain Gear

Hi, what does everyone wear when commuting in the rain? I'm looking for something that I can wear with normal clothing. Something light that I can layer under and not sweat profusely, ha ha. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group.

[RBW] Re: My wife adjusted her handlebars

riding position up about 4 - 5 inches. The type of bar depends on how she likes to position her hands while riding. Besides the Riv/Nitto choices, Velo Orange and Soma have a good variety at reasonable prices. A CT Cyclist On Monday, September 22, 2014 6:31:02 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: She says

[RBW] Re: My wife adjusted her handlebars

a 50 cm Technomic stem on a 51 cm Soma San Marcos w/ drop bars that are 3.5 above my saddle height. With the drop bars I'm able to ride forward or quite upright depending on where I put my hands. A CT Cyclist On Monday, September 22, 2014 6:31:02 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: She says it's

[RBW] Stupid Question about leather straps

So, I went ahead and ordered the med Sackville saddle sack, and I just received it today. It came with straps that buckle to close the bag riveted to the bag, plus a set of straps to buckle and snap shut. I can't figure out how to use the snap strap without removing the riveted strap from the

[RBW] Re: Cambium S H-Cut

I tried a Brooks S and it's pretty short, but the biggest problem is the saddle's rails are even shorter than a regular Brooks. There's hardly any fore and aft movement. On Sunday, September 7, 2014 7:21:14 PM UTC-4, justin...@gmail.com wrote: Hey folks- I was wondering if anyone here has

[RBW] Re: More details about the medium Sackville saddle bag

the bag loops to the rack. Shawn, I really am from CT. southeast to be precise and I see the irony. What say you in regards to Carradice bags. I'm also thinking about the lg Dill Pickle bag. On Saturday, September 6, 2014 4:46:52 PM UTC-4, A CT Cyclist wrote: Hi, I'm getting ready to purchase

[RBW] More details about the medium Sackville saddle bag

Hi, I'm getting ready to purchase a largish saddle bag and I have a few questions about the Med. Sackville Saddle Bag. Is it a heavy bag when it is empty, 1,2 or more lbs ? Second of all is the bag really waterproof? And finally is it one of the best saddle bags you have ever used? -- You

[RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos

On Thursday, October 11, 2012 9:17:06 PM UTC-4, A CT Cyclist wrote: About 3 weeks ago my 51cm Soma San Marcos build was completed. Since then I have been riding the San Marcos exclusively for about 325 miles and I am thoroughly enjoying the versatility, fit and comfort. I am really quite

[RBW] Soma San Marcos

About 3 weeks ago my 51cm Soma San Marcos build was completed. Since then I have been riding the San Marcos exclusively for about 325 miles and I am thoroughly enjoying the versatility, fit and comfort. I am really quite smitten and love everything about this bike, the geometry, 32mm