[RBW] Re: Frame color!

2020-04-19 Thread Brian Campbell
My Legolas painted "Redwood" green. My AHHH painted "Grilver" On Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 5:05:07 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

2020-04-13 Thread Brian Campbell
> ---- Original message > From: Brian Campbell > Date:04/12/2020 8:24 PM (GMT-05:00) > To: RBW Owners Bunch > Subject: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking! > > Thanks Roberta! We should meet up sometime. I am just out of Philadelphia > (Berwyn) and ride into town freque

[RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

2020-04-12 Thread Brian Campbell
Thanks Roberta! We should meet up sometime. I am just out of Philadelphia (Berwyn) and ride into town frequently on the Schuylkill River trail, On Sunday, April 12, 2020 at 6:59:18 PM UTC-4, Roberta wrote: > > I just LOVE the color of your Legolas. > > I rode my Joe A. north to under the Betty

[RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

2020-04-12 Thread Brian Campbell
Nice day on the Legolas today. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

2020-04-11 Thread Brian Campbell
Wine and flowers run. About 14 miles, there and back>

[RBW] Re: budget drive train suggestions

2020-04-10 Thread Brian Campbell
Try these codes on the pacenti items, wheels and quick relese. It worked for me not long ago. AM25 = 25% of general goods AMW100 = $100 off aluminum wheels On Friday, April 10, 2020 at 9:13:29 PM UTC-4, Justin Wyne wrote: > > I've been swapping parts back and forth on my Sam H. and Appaloosa

[RBW] Re: Clem L 3-speed traily camper van

2020-04-10 Thread Brian Campbell
Very cool! On Friday, April 10, 2020 at 9:51:45 PM UTC-4, j.schwartz wrote: > > I've been riding this a lot lately after finishing up the build over the > winter ...and it's feeling very good > 59cm Clem L , new batch > 44/34/24 Silver Crankset with an 18t cog in the back and a Paul Melvin >

Re: [RBW] Helpless in Nevada: How do you secure this fender?

2020-04-10 Thread Brian Campbell
because it’s not allowing me to post them here) > > > > > On Sunday, April 5, 2020 at 8:49:43 PM UTC-7, Brian Campbell wrote: >> >> This also addresses the rear bracket install pretty well. >> >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NbXxOaqqNI >> >&g

Re: [RBW] Re: Lighten Up: Clem Edition

2020-04-08 Thread Brian Campbell
On Apr 8, 2020, at 8:02 PM, Brian Campbell > wrote: > >  > Now I don't want get in to the middle of a fray but why would a dyno hub > not work on a Betty Foy? > > On Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 10:51:02 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! > wrote: >> >> Oh Ry

Re: [RBW] Re: Lighten Up: Clem Edition

2020-04-08 Thread Brian Campbell
Now I don't want get in to the middle of a fray but why would a dyno hub not work on a Betty Foy? On Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 10:51:02 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Oh Ryan, so salty. I didn’t know you had 650B - I did know you had 700 c. > I am thinking of getting dyno

[RBW] Re: Long shot desperately seeking 56 cm saluki.

2020-04-08 Thread Brian Campbell
Ray, is this yours? Very Nice! https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-old-stock-Rivendell-Saluki-frame-and-fork-56cm/133382696568?hash=item1f0e3a6e78:g:s14AAOSw1ZJejoej On Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 12:38:40 AM UTC-4, Raymond Galang wrote: > > Hi Hugh, > I have a brand new 56cm Rivendell Saluki frame

Re: [RBW] Re: Lighten Up: Clem Edition

2020-04-08 Thread Brian Campbell
s would be great! > In fun, > Leah > > Sent from my iPad > > On Apr 8, 2020, at 7:43 AM, Brian Campbell > wrote: > >  > > > On Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 10:31:22 AM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: >> >> Buy a Roadeo and put upright bars on it. I gu

[RBW] Re: Lighten Up: Clem Edition

2020-04-08 Thread Brian Campbell
On Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 10:31:22 AM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Buy a Roadeo and put upright bars on it. I guarantee your Clem will be > relegated to "shopping bike" status afterward. > D'oh hit post before I finished! I have an AHH (old version) that wit

[RBW] Re: Lighten Up: Clem Edition

2020-04-08 Thread Brian Campbell
Buy a Roadeo and put upright bars on it. I guarantee your Clem will be relegated to "shopping bike" status afterward. >> >> > -- 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

Re: [RBW] Helpless in Nevada: How do you secure this fender?

2020-04-05 Thread Brian Campbell
This also addresses the rear bracket install pretty well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NbXxOaqqNI On Sunday, April 5, 2020 at 11:46:51 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Maybe this will make it easier to visualize: > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNxgtKtu-0c > >

Re: [RBW] Helpless in Nevada: How do you secure this fender?

2020-04-05 Thread Brian Campbell
Maybe this will make it easier to visualize: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNxgtKtu-0c Starting at 4:30 they give the sequence for rear fender installation using a bracket. The VO bracket you have is easily bent to shape, one tab at a time when it is secired to the seat stay bridge. I have

[RBW] Re: PSA Atlantis Arlington, MA

2020-03-26 Thread Brian Campbell
Looks like a 58cm to my eye On Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 10:16:31 PM UTC-4, maxcr wrote: > > Saw this on my local craigslist, no association: > > https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/d/arlington-rivendell-atlantis/7098456794.html > Max > -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Vaughn's custom for sale

2020-03-02 Thread Brian Campbell
I have purchased 2 frames from Rivendell. An AHH in 2011 and a Legolas in 2019. I asked for and paid for the AHH to be a custom color, Green. It came back from the painters Grilver. (Gray & silver mix). Riv. offered to repaint the frame or give me a discount on the *original *frame price,

[RBW] Re: Advice Needed: Best Remedy for a Slipping Hunqapillar Seatpost

2020-02-19 Thread Brian Campbell
This is my AHH, which had Paul Racers brazed on. I used the Surly hanger at the suggestion of the builder. He told me it was the least likely to interfere with the seat lug and a lot cheaper than

[RBW] Re: In your opinion, what's missing from the Riv lineup?

2020-02-18 Thread Brian Campbell
Any touring/rough stuff frame they currently offer with disc brake option. I have no interest in disc brakes but the frame would allow folks who require them to buy a Rivendell; that would help Rivendell stay afloat financially. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: My sweater just shipped!

2020-02-13 Thread Brian Campbell
Got a large as well. Thumbs up emoji! On Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 6:49:33 PM UTC-5, David Bivins wrote: > > I was so excited that Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell that I missed the > big news in my inbox - my Cheviot sweater just shipped! Thankfully we still > have some cold weather

[RBW] Re: Getting a Riv Custom Painted in the Bay Area

2020-02-11 Thread Brian Campbell
My direct experience is that this statement is not true. I have a 2013 AHH and a 2019 Legolas both painted by D . Both are lugged frames and both look great. On Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 9:58:49 AM UTC-5, Peter Bridge wrote: > > I've been told that D use thick paint that isn't flattering on

[RBW] Re: Legolas Mystique: If Riv offered a limited time only, prepaid Legolas run, would you buy one?

2020-01-27 Thread Brian Campbell
This is pretty similar to my experience with my Legolas. I am using it primarily as a road bike w/ fendrs ATM and it fits 32mm Compass tire with no issues. Mine is nit currently for sale. On Monday, January 27, 2020 at 2:19:24 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > As promised, this is my ride

[RBW] Re: Legolas, Bombadil, Saluki

2020-01-22 Thread Brian Campbell
member Brian Campbell got his > Legolas last year for $2,700: > > https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/HyI-BnNcP3o > > As Bill Lindsay -- who also bought a Nobilette Legolas for less than the > current Rodeo price -- explained: "The price difference is

[RBW] Re: Legolas Mystique: If Riv offered a limited time only, prepaid Legolas run, would you buy one?

2020-01-19 Thread Brian Campbell
My frame & fork was $2,700. No additional charge for any braze-ons or paint. It has front & rear rack mounts, fender mounts, threaded rear brake bridge for fender mounting,threaded chainstay bridge for fenders, down-tube shifter mounts, pump peg and brazed on canti brake stop. The paint was

Re: [RBW] Legolas Mystique: If Riv offered a limited time only, prepaid Legolas run, would you buy one?

2020-01-19 Thread Brian Campbell
Mark Nobilette built/builds the Legolas frame set. It is Riv's design and he uses a mix of Columbus Life and Zona tubes. On Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 10:49:56 PM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > Aeroperf: > > Interesting thread, and I’m not sure where I fall on this one. > > For instance, I

[RBW] Re: Legolas Mystique: If Riv offered a limited time only, prepaid Legolas run, would you buy one?

2020-01-18 Thread Brian Campbell
I ordered mine this past year when they said they had one set of decals left. and would no longer build them as anything but a custom order (different decals). I really love the ride. Steeper head and seat tube angles than my 2013 AHH, lighter build and a great ride. I couldn't say if it was

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2020-01-16 Thread Brian Campbell
I put fenders on my Legolas (Portland Design Works) for winter riding. On Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 8:20:25 PM UTC-5, ttoshi wrote: > > A couple pics of my bike from last weekend's

[RBW] Re: Advice Needed: Tires

2020-01-14 Thread Brian Campbell
I have used the Barlow Pass Extra Light tires for years and have had no issues. I am riding primarily paved roads along with light gravel and dirt a part of the time. I also just did a 70 mile mixed surface rideusing 32mm Rene Herse tires and they held up great on some pretty serious gravel.

[RBW] Re: New ROADEO

2020-01-09 Thread Brian Campbell
I have a Waterford AHH and A Nobilette Legolas. The Legolas simply fantastic. On Thursday, January 9, 2020 at 10:20:46 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > When I got my Nobilette Legolas, I asked myself "why don't they have Nobi > build the Roadeo also?" I don't think Waterford has historically

[RBW] Re: Can we talk about long wheelbases?

2020-01-06 Thread Brian Campbell
Long chain-chain stays allow you to differentiate yourself in a crowded market place. "Better" is always a relative term and for the type of riding I do, commuting, fun rides, the occasional brevet or loosely organized rides with friends, my 2013 AHH does an outstanding job at all of those

[RBW] Re: MUSA Pants

2019-12-13 Thread Brian Campbell
Simply the price of supporting small business. Prepare to be underwhelmed. Pants can only do so much. ;-) On Friday, December 13, 2019 at 10:30:50 AM UTC-5, Christopher Cote wrote: > > The new pants are available to order. I just ordered a pair of mediums. > $107 (shipped) for a pair of

[RBW] Re: Law professor, Riv Rider

2019-12-07 Thread Brian Campbell
Interesting answers so far. Thanks! -- 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 discussion

[RBW] Re: Law professor, Riv Rider

2019-12-07 Thread Brian Campbell
I just wonder how someone who identifies themselves as conservative could purchase something from Riv and not see a conflict? Grant and crew have always put forth ideas and been involved in actions that are decidedly liberal, IMHO. How do you square the business model of a company that is in

[RBW] Re: It's getting to be that time of year again: Time to order stuff from Rivendell

2019-11-15 Thread Brian Campbell
Me too. I bought the final Legolas frame, bandanas, map case, bucket hat and a few other thing. On Friday, November 15, 2019 at 10:50:23 AM UTC-5, Jason Fuller wrote: > > I did my part by purchasing a "last chance" Hillborne back at the start of > the month, since the last remaining size was my

[RBW] Re: Advice Sought on Hubs and Rim Choice

2019-10-09 Thread Brian Campbell
This is a pretty good price on a set of White/ H-Son wheels 32/32 https://www.velomine.com/index.php?main_page=product_info=235_357_id=2368=57p1usqe5ad2csa55h9k1vl7d2 rear hub is more road oriented but wieght is a littless. On Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 1:44:49 PM UTC-4, John Casteen wrote:

Re: [RBW] OT: non-bike hobbies

2019-10-08 Thread Brian Campbell
At 51, I find myself in 2 original rock bands. One with my wife and brother-in-law and the other, with long time friends. Writing, rehearsing, playing shows, recording music and all of the stuff that comes with it is taking most of my free time at the moment. We are all self taught players and

[RBW] Re: Bike with Riv-like geometry for kids - gravel

2019-09-30 Thread Brian Campbell
Find a vintage Trek road (4XX, 5XX or 6XX series to keep the price down) bike in a smaller size. I set one up for my son. Ran 32mm tires with fenders and upright bars. Weighed about 26lbs and with 7 speed index thumb shifters, it was super simple for him to get the hang of. When he out grew

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Brian Campbell
or > mountain biking and something else for running around town. But then what > do I do when I get an urge to ride fixed gear? And so it goes. > > But this town bike would more likely be a Bike Friday than a swoopy > humming-Riv, so I’m sorry for the digression! > > Eric > >

[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Brian Campbell
Sell the Riv's that would be dupilcate, apply the funds to the custom and make it your main, if not only bike. FWIW, I had a pretty serious vintage bike collection 9 full bikes, many frames and many parts. Like many folks, I just kept constructing the same bike over & over because it was what I

[RBW] Re: Roadeos with 32mm tires and fenders

2019-09-28 Thread Brian Campbell
Should you need an enabling statement to help you with that plan... I have an AHH that I have had since 2013. It was my main bike. Fenders, lights etc. Always ready to go and able to handle most any situation. Runs 35's or 38's. I just got a Legolas. Keeping it light weight & minimal. The

[RBW] Re: Make my AHH look less tempting!

2019-09-27 Thread Brian Campbell
Wrap the frame tubes in yellow electrical tape. On Friday, September 27, 2019 at 3:04:00 PM UTC-4, Eric Karnes wrote: > > Evening all- > > I'm interested in some group brainstorming. I recently moved to a > university area where I'm told there is a high incidence of bike theft. > (Granted this

[RBW] Re: Recommended Painters in Eastern US

2019-09-27 Thread Brian Campbell
I had good luck with Bilenky in Philadelphia and I also had a good experience with Hanford Cycles, also in Philadelphia. There is Franklin frames in Ohio if that is closer and I know folks who have had work done there and been happy. On Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 8:55:32 PM UTC-4, tc

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks Rivet repair

2019-09-23 Thread Brian Campbell
Jon, Very glad to hear it all worked out! On Monday, September 23, 2019 at 6:00:26 PM UTC-4, Jon Dukeman,central Colorado wrote: > > I received my saddle back and it looks brand new. > Rivet replaced retensioned back. Took about a week. > Very pleased. > Jon -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Want to Buy: Rivendell Brand V handlebar bag

2019-09-23 Thread Brian Campbell
Bill, I don't have a brand v bag but was looking for something similar and found this: https://thecyclelist.co/product/outer-shell-adventure-drawcord-handlebar-bag/ I might be an alternative should you not be able to track down and Brand V. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: FS TRP RRL Drillium brake levers

2019-09-17 Thread Brian Campbell
Rats! Thanks! On Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 11:18:25 AM UTC-4, David Wadstrup wrote: > > Sorry, Brian. Levers sold last night and I haven’t had the chance to > update. Will do now. > > On Tue, Sep 17, 2019 at 9:54 AM Brian Campbell > wrote: > >> I will take th

[RBW] Re: FS TRP RRL Drillium brake levers

2019-09-17 Thread Brian Campbell
I will take them/ Thanks! On Monday, September 16, 2019 at 9:58:50 AM UTC-4, David Wadstrup wrote: > > Small price drop, if anyone is interested. How about $30 plus the $9 > shipping? > > > > On Sunday, September 1, 2019 at 10:46:06 AM UTC-4, David Wadstrup wrote: >> >> >> A have a few parts

[RBW] Re: 63cm Roadeo arrived from Seattle

2019-09-16 Thread Brian Campbell
D'OH! Your right of course. I was confusing Mark's bar with the Soba bar. Carry on! On Monday, September 16, 2019 at 9:20:18 AM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Pretty sue the Marks bar is just a lighter version of the Nitto Noodle. > which is not the same bar as the one from Com

[RBW] Re: 63cm Roadeo arrived from Seattle

2019-09-16 Thread Brian Campbell
On Monday, September 16, 2019 at 9:20:18 AM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Pretty sue the Marks bar is just a lighter version of the Nitto Noodle. > which is not the same bar as the one from Compass/Rene Herse. > > Noodle set up info from Riv: > > > https://www

[RBW] Re: 63cm Roadeo arrived from Seattle

2019-09-16 Thread Brian Campbell
Pretty sue the Marks bar is just a lighter version of the Nitto Noodle. which is not the same bar as the one from Compass/Rene Herse. Noodle set up info from Riv: https://www.rivbike.com/collections/handlebars/products/nitto-noodle-handlebar On Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 7:59:42 PM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: The Final Legolas

2019-09-15 Thread Brian Campbell
Got the bars taped and did 53 miles of road & path today. Great riding bike!

[RBW] Re: The Final Legolas

2019-09-09 Thread Brian Campbell
Thanks Mark. The I like the DT shifters but the more I ride it, with the TRP levers. I see how a set of brifters might be in its future. On Monday, September 9, 2019 at 7:05:42 AM UTC-4, Mark Etze wrote: > > > Turned out perfect Brian! Those lugs are amazing and I that green from the >

[RBW] Re: The Final Legolas

2019-09-09 Thread Brian Campbell
Thanks Marty! On Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 10:41:43 AM UTC-4, Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote: > > > > A fitting end to the lineage. Bravo on an outstanding build. Color is >> perfect. Enjoy the spirited rides ahead. >> > > Marty > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Brooks Rivet repair

2019-09-08 Thread Brian Campbell
Hanford Cycles/Firth & Wilson in Philadelphia has a Brooks trained repair person (Simon Firth) https://www.transportcycle.com/frame-shop/brooks-saddle-repair/ Also Rudi Mayer (RHM) in the classic and vintage section of Bike Forums does really nice saddle repair restoration, he is near

[RBW] Re: The Final Legolas

2019-09-07 Thread Brian Campbell
Here is a quick update: I got things toghter and did a 7 mile shake down ride. WOW! What a fund ride! I am going to take it out tomorrow for a couple of hours consecutively to make syre everything is in good order and the tape the bars. Build so far Legolas Frame/fork built by Mark Nobilette

[RBW] WTB/WTT: Nitto S-65 seatpost 27.2

2019-08-30 Thread Brian Campbell
Post acquired! Thanks! -- 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 discussion on the web

[RBW] WTB/WTT: Nitto S-65 seatpost 27.2

2019-08-29 Thread Brian Campbell
Looking for a 27.2 Nitto S-65 on the shorter side. Have stuff to trade and cash so please let me know. Thanks! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Dropbar width

2019-08-20 Thread Brian Campbell
I am 6'1" and use the 46cm Noodle bars. I have been using the 46cm size for about a decade and have no complaints. I am going to try a set of 42mm Noodles on the next build, just because. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Hilsen Creaking!!!

2019-08-14 Thread Brian Campbell
I would also look for small cracks around the pedal "eye" on the crank. Might just look like road grime but could be hiding a crack that flexes as pressure is applied. Unlikely but a possiblity. On Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at 10:59:07 AM UTC-4, Luke wrote: > > I 2nd maybe pulling the BB -

[RBW] Re: What's the latest in 700c fenders? Planet Bike Cascadia ALX (50mm), PDW Full Metal (45mm) on a Rambouillet?

2019-08-11 Thread Brian Campbell
+1. I used the Honjo, smooth, H50 w/ Berthoud stays to minimize TCO. The Honjo's are the fenders that I prefer, having used SKS, VO, Planet Bike, Berthoud and Blumels. Here is a pic of my AHH that had Paul Racers brazed on, so I had the Honjo fenders painted to match with the touch up color.

[RBW] Re: The Final Legolas

2019-08-05 Thread Brian Campbell
otobucket.com/albums/k292/bylar13/IMG_20190805_134247972_zpssvfmprwx.jpg> On Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 3:35:30 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Back in January when it became apparent that it was "put up or shut up" > time, I bit the bullet and ordered the last Legolas. A little more th

Re: [RBW] The Final Legolas

2019-08-04 Thread Brian Campbell
Patrick, It will be a while before I get the bike built and can let you know of any difference. I am not sure about the tubing but I had e-mailed Mark at riv a while back when considering a Roadeo and he told me the tubing was not much different that the tubing spec in my 61cm AHH. I was

Re: [RBW] The Final Legolas

2019-08-04 Thread Brian Campbell
William, the thought crossed my mind for the internal wiring mods but I just had my AHH re-done by Hanfornd Cycles in Philadelphia, They added Paul Racer Braze-ons, internal wiring on the frame & fork, painted fenders to match the frame and touch on the frame where the mods were done. They did

Re: [RBW] The Final Legolas

2019-08-04 Thread Brian Campbell
, but the Legolas is #2 on that > list, after the Roadeo. > > Question: What is the difference in geometry and tubing between Legolas > and Roadeo? > > And: Am I right in thinking that the Roadeo can take a fatter tire? > > On Sun, Aug 4, 2019 at 1:35 PM Brian Campbel

[RBW] The Final Legolas

2019-08-04 Thread Brian Campbell
Back in January when it became apparent that it was "put up or shut up" time, I bit the bullet and ordered the last Legolas. A little more than 7 months later, it is enroute and I am headed out of town on vacation with the familyoh well what's one o week right? :-) Riv sent these pictures

[RBW] Re: New-to-me: 59cm Roadeo

2019-06-07 Thread Brian Campbell
I ordered the final Legolas and got mine with downtube shifter bosses, front and rear rack mounts (for light loads), rear canti cable stop and brazed on fender mounts at the bridge and chainstays. I am not sure they will ever get used since it is meant to be my light road bike but I like to

[RBW] Re: Cotton tape on top of Meisha's cork grips--good idea or not?

2019-05-30 Thread Brian Campbell
I recently got these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G9YUS34/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8=1 Contrary to what they say, the padding is minimal. I don't like most modern gloves, as I am not looking for padding help. On Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 3:06:39 PM UTC-4, REC (Roberta)

[RBW] Re: Thumb Shifter Recommendations

2019-05-29 Thread Brian Campbell
I have used Shimano bar ends, on Paul mounts, Suntour ratchet, IRD Power ratchet Shimano Deerhead and these: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Shimano-XT-Thumb-Shifter-6-7-Indexed-8-Speed-Friction/254049006379?hash=item3b2680332b:g:36cAAOSwYPNcK6Iy are far and away my favorite even in friction or index

[RBW] Re: PSA. Romulus in Boston Craigslist $900

2019-04-29 Thread Brian Campbell
FWIW, I know the seller well and have seen the bike in person. I can vouch for the seller's mechanical ability, shipping expertise and all round good nature. I am not the seller On Monday, April 29, 2019 at 11:52:29 AM UTC-4, Sean Steinle wrote: > > Owner posted on the iBOB list that he is

[RBW] Re: Dealing with verbal harrassment on the road

2019-04-24 Thread Brian Campbell
On a Riv related note: I live in SE PA outside Philadelphia. Most drivers are pretty nice but I would get the occasional " Get off the road" etc. until... I started riding with the Riv reflective triangle on the saddle bag of my bike. Now in no way is there anything scientific about this but

[RBW] Re: Large Betty Alert!

2019-03-26 Thread Brian Campbell
Well then, I better get to clearing my cache! On Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at 1:32:16 PM UTC-4, Matt Beecher wrote: > > Oops, outed a week back. Someone bought it a few weeks back. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Large Betty Alert!

2019-03-26 Thread Brian Campbell
No affiliation: https://www.theproscloset.com/products/rivendell-betty-foy-62cm-bike-2010?utm_source=adroll_medium=display_campaign=dynamic -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Stem 120mm 25.4 Bar Clamp

2019-03-25 Thread Brian Campbell
Stem Quickly found! Thanks all! On Monday, March 25, 2019 at 2:47:58 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > I am working on an upright bike build and need a longer stem. Anyone have > one they would like to re-home? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Stem 120mm 25.4 Bar Clamp

2019-03-25 Thread Brian Campbell
I am working on an upright bike build and need a longer stem. Anyone have one they would like to re-home? -- 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: FS Roadeo F/F/HS size 61cm

2019-03-17 Thread Brian Campbell
John, I have 2001 Joe/Joe Riv custom (62cm C-T) that is just a bit too big for me. It will run 32's without fenders and 28 with fenders. No provision for rack mounting. Very light weight. Nice shape. Let me know if that is something you might consider and I can send oics etc. On Saturday,

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Dealer Enameled Steal Camp Mugs

2019-03-17 Thread Brian Campbell
Purchased and on its way. Thanks! On Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 10:41:19 AM UTC-4, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > > For consideration among those coffee outside, coffee inside, coffee > lovers, dangle-bros and bicycle enthusiasts! > > Enameled steel, made in Europe by a woman

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Repair & Repaint

2019-03-07 Thread Brian Campbell
Very nice! Can't wait to see the finished bike! On Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 10:29:13 PM UTC-5, Fullylugged wrote: > > Now that Louise the Rambouillet is properly redone, Elrond the Original, > an early 1995 Rivendell Road is next up. You may notice it has a level TT > (the Road Standard which

[RBW] Re: Ethics Question

2019-03-06 Thread Brian Campbell
I think you are playing this incorrectly. You use NOT removing them to jutify buy the crankset of your dreams and then disclose the facts in the spirit of transparency, honesty and marital relationship building! #nosecrets On Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 2:37:35 PM UTC-5, Adam Leibow wrote: > >

[RBW] Nitto Bullmoose: 1 1/8 & 22.2 Quill versions

2019-02-16 Thread Brian Campbell
Lots of talk about these bars recently. Saw these for sale from Great Britain. No affliliation. https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/HBNIBULL901RX/nitto-bullmoose-b901rx-handlebar -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose Bars Make Brilliant AllWays Adventure Bars

2019-02-15 Thread Brian Campbell
They have them here in 1 1/8 and 22.2 quill: https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/HBNIBULL906/nitto-bullmoose-b906-handlebar On Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 5:30:05 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Oh, I forgot to say, Erl, I asked Riv about restock, and they said they > currently have no plans

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-02-15 Thread Brian Campbell
My AHH. -- 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: Updated A. Homer Hilsen

2019-02-13 Thread Brian Campbell
Ha! Thanks! I still mean to get out your way one day ! On Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 1:31:40 PM UTC-5, kobe wrote: > > Now all you need is a 60 degree day like we had a few weekends ago. Good > to see you have been busy over the winter and the changes to your Homer > look great, and those

[RBW] Re: FS: Hanford Custom (in the Riv / Compass tradition)

2019-02-13 Thread Brian Campbell
riced it a bit. But no worries. I'm just glad it's going to a good >>> home! >>> >>> Eric >>> >>> On Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 10:04:57 PM UTC-5, Eric Karnes wrote: >>>> >>>> Sale pending... >>>> >>>>

[RBW] Re: Updated A. Homer Hilsen

2019-02-13 Thread Brian Campbell
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[RBW] Re: Updated A. Homer Hilsen

2019-02-12 Thread Brian Campbell
Ha! Thanks again! On Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 6:16:15 PM UTC-5, sameness wrote: > > Looks great! Now I want to do that on *my* Homer. Wanna trade brakes? I > have some really nice polished Mediums... > > Jeff Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA USA > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Updated A. Homer Hilsen

2019-02-12 Thread Brian Campbell
Apologies in advance for the indoor lighting (currently 3 inches of ice/freezing rain outside) but figured I would share some pictures of my updated AHH. I bought the frame from Riv in 2013 and at the time, brazed on Paul center pull brakes were not an option. Fast forward to current day. I

Re: [RBW] Re: Another Riv Financial Situation Thread

2019-02-11 Thread Brian Campbell
Just buy something vs sharing you thoughts on how to run a business. Action is greater than talk. -- 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: Another Riv Financial Situation Thread

2019-02-09 Thread Brian Campbell
The quickest and most meaningful solution is to buy stuff from Riv. On Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 11:54:38 AM UTC-5, AV wrote: > > > https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/2019-no-3-state-of-the-bunion > > In the latest Blahg, Grant again discusses the financial situation.

[RBW] Re: FS: Hanford Custom (in the Riv / Compass tradition)

2019-02-06 Thread Brian Campbell
I am local and thankfully for my checking account, its too big. Simon just did some mods on my A. Homer Hilsen and I can vouch for the quality of his work and paint. Truly is a steal. Good luck with sale! On Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 9:49:30 PM UTC-5, Kieran J wrote: > > WOW. Very nice. A

[RBW] Another Thread on Generator Hub Wiring

2019-01-29 Thread Brian Campbell
Sorry to start a second thread but I did not want to confuse the other thread as my question is focused on on specific area. The back story: Took my 2013 AHH frame to Hanford cycles in Philadelphia to get mounts added for a set Paul center pull brakes. I also had them add a number of braze-ons

[RBW] Re: WTB: A Bit of Fender

2019-01-21 Thread Brian Campbell
I have a set of VO Snakeskin (50mm) pattern fenders that you could have piece of. Let me know if that works and I will "break" you off a piece.. On Monday, January 21, 2019 at 12:01:01 AM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > I need a small segment of aluminium fender to use to repair one of mine. I

[RBW] Re: FS: Shimano CX-70 brakes, NIB

2019-01-20 Thread Brian Campbell
PM sent. On Saturday, January 19, 2019 at 6:55:07 PM UTC-5, John Bokman wrote: > > Bobbers, I've got front and rear, New-In-Box Shimano CX-70 brakes for > sale. How bout &100, shipped CONUS? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] WTT: NItto Pearl Stem

2019-01-18 Thread Brian Campbell
I have a 90mm Nitto Pearl, quill stem (26.0) and would like to swap it for an 80mm Nitto, Pearl quill stem (26.0). Mine is in nice shape so I am looking for the same. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Silver Legolas on the blug

2019-01-14 Thread Brian Campbell
Very Nice! On Monday, January 14, 2019 at 6:07:21 PM UTC-5, reynoldslugs wrote: > > Jim and List: > > That's my "maxie" Legolas on Jim's Cyclofiend website. At the time I > posted the pics to Jim's gallery, the bike was set up as a 1x9 CX bike. I > rode the bike in local CX events, got my a**

[RBW] New bike day. 56cm 650B Atlantis

2019-01-12 Thread Brian Campbell
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[RBW] Re: Silver Legolas on the blug

2019-01-11 Thread Brian Campbell
I believe they have not updated the Blug, per my phone call from earlier in the day. On Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 10:20:35 PM UTC-5, Chris L wrote: > > I just noticed the Blug states that the silver/blue Legolas is the > second-to-the-last and they have one more set of decals left. Someone

[RBW] Re: Silver Legolas on the blug

2019-01-10 Thread Brian Campbell
I think it also has to do with manufacturing. The Legolas is made by Mark Nobilette, not in a "production" manner AFAIK. Not to say it couldn't be done but seems unlikely. On Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 9:33:54 PM UTC-5, tc wrote: > > Ok. So “Legolas” is copyrighted. But the frame is designed

[RBW] Re: Silver Legolas on the blug

2019-01-10 Thread Brian Campbell
teur" Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 10:39:56 AM UTC-8, Brian Campbell wrote: >> >> I spoke with Riv and the final Legolas has been claimed. >> >> On Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 1:38:25 PM UTC-5, Chris L wrote: >>> >>

[RBW] Re: Silver Legolas on the blug

2019-01-10 Thread Brian Campbell
I spoke with Riv and the final Legolas has been claimed. On Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 1:38:25 PM UTC-5, Chris L wrote: > > If I had started this thread, I would have titled it: > > "Blue Legolas on the blug". > > Whatever color it is, that is one gorgeous bike!! > > > > On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Say “Ahhhh” Brake Pads

2019-01-01 Thread Brian Campbell
Are these too long? https://www.ebay.com/itm/KOOL-STOP-DURA2-CROSS-PAD-THREADED-CYCLOCROSS-TRIPLE-COMPOUND-BIKE-BRAKE-PADS-CX/302939047259?epid=1000103271=item468893055b:g:FPwAAOSwPGpbGCsv:rk:1:pf:0 On Sunday, December 30, 2018 at 6:45:51 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Shortened brake pads

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