[RBW] Re: PSA: 55cm Rivendell All-Rounder - $1200

2017-09-16 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I think it's the skinny tires creating the illusion that those are 700c wheels, which makes the frameset look huge. Or maybe the skinny tires create the illusion because we are used to seeing the 56 Atlantis with fatter tires. The overall proportions are very similar to a 56cm Atlantis, a bik

[RBW] PSA: 55cm Rivendell All-Rounder - $1200

2017-09-15 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
People crack me up. It's dusty but he doesn't want to mess with it. Okay -- 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...@goo

[RBW] Re: PSA: 66CM Quickbeam and 61cm Bleroit

2017-09-14 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Just curious that he wouldn't know the actual size of the Quickbeam On Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 12:32:50 PM UTC-4, Mattt wrote: > > Saw these in Craigslist for great prices. Not mine. Just passing it along. > There are not many 66cm Quickbeam running around. > > https://dallas.craigslist.

[RBW] E-Motion Inside Ride Rollers

2017-09-14 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Rivendell content - I would ride one of my Rivs in the winter on these rollers. It takes up to a 42.5 wheelbase so I should be ok. My question is has anyone bought or used these? I've been looking at them for about 3 years now and haven't sprung for them yet. I have a stationary trainer that

[RBW] Re: Newbaum tape and paint

2017-09-13 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
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[RBW] Re: Possible 51joe app fs feeler

2017-09-13 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Nice bike Andrew! Good luck with your sale -- 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 gr

[RBW] Newbaum tape and paint

2017-09-13 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
your thoughts 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 to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send emai

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-09-13 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Howard I actually called and spoke to the owner this afternoon about the bike rack. When I asked about the rollers he said it was a different company and that this other company sells them but doesn't actually produce them (the "other 1 up usa) I did notice they were both WI located compani

[RBW] Re: Possible 51joe app fs feeler

2017-09-13 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I already have one in silver (2017) but your components sound nice. Hope you do put up some photos. There were very few 51's when I was looking after the stock sold out at Riv. Had I not gotten mine I certainly would have jumped at this. On Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 2:41:03 PM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-09-13 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Well that is interesting. I kind of wondered what was up with different websites. I had read, I think, on a bike forum that one was an international company and the other the USA domestic. Don't quote me on that as my memory is fuzzy. So if the second site is the "real" company, they don't

[RBW] Re: Clicking Brooks sprung saddle question

2017-09-12 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I have Flyers and B67's and each one seem to develop noises of some sort over time. And they never seem to get completely corrected. Although I live with them I have gravitated toward non-sprung saddles on my bikes. Less weighty and no squeaks. On Monday, September 11, 2017 at 6:46:44 PM UTC-

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

2017-09-10 Thread Chris Freeman
Hi all, I tried to to find info on sizing for gen 1 Bubbe mixte, but failed. Can anyone point me in the right direction for finding the pbh range for this size Bubbe mixte? thanks, chris On Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 7:26:37 PM UTC-5, Orc wrote: > > I've got a never-used-as-anyt

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

2017-09-05 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I was convinced that I was going to have the bike repainted. I decided to not do so. Mainly due to the fact that I have a Roadini coming next that I am definitely going to have repainted. Decided to not put the extra money into the mixte. Not sure I really like the color but I will live with it

Re: Dahon versus Brompton ([RBW] Re: Quickbeam over Mt Tam)

2017-09-03 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I have two Bromotons. They fold down to almost nothing. I prefer to not call,them twitchy but responsive and zippy. Fun bike to ride. I can take it with me in the trunk when I travel and pull it out for a ride if the opportunity arises. I like that! -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: 2.35 inch tires on Atlas rims

2017-09-02 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I've put 2.35 Big Apples on Dyads, which I believe is a slightly narrower rim than the Atlas. It wasn't optimal in that I had to run a higher pressure than I would have liked to keep them from squirming in corners, but it worked. On Saturday, September 2, 2017 at 7:16:29 PM UTC-5, John G.

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

2017-09-01 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Nicely done as always Bill! -- 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] Re: New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

2017-08-31 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Drew there are two - one being Nitto and the other being a Factory Five Titan stem which is actually a 31.8 but would use a shim. What my mechanic is doing for me though is using a threadless stem with a quill adapter. On Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 3:08:12 PM UTC-4, drew wrote: > > Chr

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

2017-08-31 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Thanks! I'm working on that aspect for the lift-a-tube. My handlebars are going to be the Velo Orange Klunker bars with cork Ergon grips so I'd go tan there. On Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 1:49:29 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote: > > I'd try to find bar tape for the lift-a-tube to match the stem color.

[RBW] Re: Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

2017-08-31 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I also bought those fenders for my new (at the time) Sam and had those tires. My mechanic who is very good by the way, could not get them to fit. I had to end up putting them on a Cheviot that I own with no problems. My Sam remains without fenders which actually I am ok with. On Thursday, Au

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

2017-08-31 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Congrats on the bike Bill! I'm gathering parts as we speak for my build up. I can't do it myself (lack of knowledge, talent, etc) but my LBS is great and they are doing it. Just ordered the tires yesterday. On Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 8:44:05 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > >

[RBW] Re: Soma Shikoro 700 x 48

2017-08-30 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Another good option is the Maxxis Torch 29. It's basically a sized-up BMX tire and I'm very pleased with them so far. And they have black sidewalls.

[RBW] Re: Soma Shikoro 700 x 48

2017-08-30 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Well this was timely as I planned on ordering Compass tires (48) for my new Mountain Mixte. I will look into these. I do love the ride of the Compass tires and am getting pretty set on them but am open to others. Thanks for the information. On Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 11:40:42 AM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: MMM

2017-08-30 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Mine arrived at my LBS late yesterday afternoon (east coast). I'm arranging to have it repainted and am going to pick it up around lunch to take it to the painter. Not 100% of the build but have about half the parts worked out thus far. On Tuesday, August 29, 2017 at 10:30:50 PM UTC-4, Bill L

[RBW] Re: Medium Mountain Mixtes -- coming any day now

2017-08-25 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I haven't followed these that closely, although I really like the one that often appears on the blogs, but what color(s) are these going to be? On Friday, August 25, 2017 at 10:54:52 AM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Mine in due in Wednesday but had it mailed to my LBS.

[RBW] Re: Medium Mountain Mixtes -- coming any day now

2017-08-25 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Mine in due in Wednesday but had it mailed to my LBS. Thinking of getting it painted but will look at it in person first, of course, before the final decision on that. On Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 7:47:37 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I'm eagerly anticipating the arrival of a Medium Moun

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! Apppaloosa!

2017-08-19 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I saw your comment on your Youtube video, so here's my 830. <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EQ3HkbLKuOQ/WZjojBvu6FI/SFY/y4AAaiU2BB49JQ32Ilisu-pgMm-BvGJWACLcBGAs/s1600/My%2B830.jpg> On Friday, August 11, 2017 at 6:28:37 PM UTC-5, Michael Morrissey wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: New Clem L

2017-08-14 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I agree with you Mark. That combo just doesn't do it for me in the looks department -- 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+unsubs

[RBW] Re: Drivetrains for Riv Mountain Mixtes

2017-08-14 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Thanks to all for the suggestions thus far! Thinking a 1x10 will be the ticket -- 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...

[RBW] Re: Drivetrains for Riv Mountain Mixtes

2017-08-14 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
My riding is similar to what you describe and I'm running a modified triple as a 1x9. If I were starting from scratch, I would go with a dedicated 1x10 or 1x11 groupset. On Thursday, August 10, 2017 at 2:31:54 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I'm chewing on w

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! Apppaloosa!

2017-08-11 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
first choice for the Appaloosa. On Friday, August 11, 2017 at 6:28:37 PM UTC-5, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Chris: > > Thanks for watching my YouTube video. Get the Appaloosa. The Hunq and the > Appaloosa are very similar. > > My Appaloosa and Trek 830 are pretty similar too. T

[RBW] Re: Tires, revisited.

2017-08-11 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I've found the Maxxis Torch 29 to be a really nice tire. It's close to the Big Apple in it's tread so I'm sure it has limitations in the dirt.

[RBW] Re: Drivetrains for Riv Mountain Mixtes

2017-08-10 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
strong headwind. On Thursday, August 10, 2017 at 2:31:54 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I'm chewing on what to put on my forthcoming Mountain Mixte. I have a > number of different set ups now - mostly, but not all - Alfine 8 or 11 > IGH's. Have a 1X10 on my So

[RBW] Drivetrains for Riv Mountain Mixtes

2017-08-10 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
to rolling terrain. Basically pretty mild stuff. I'm no Deacon Patrick :) 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 to rbw-owners

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! Apppaloosa!

2017-08-10 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Between the 54 Hunqapillar and the 55 Appaloosa, which ride did you like better? I have a 22" 1984 Trek 830 like yours and I'm debating between these two Rivs for a future purchase. I expected the Appaloosa to be more like the 830 but you reference the Hunqapillar being more similar. On Fr

[RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

2017-08-09 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I guess stating the obvious here but no matter how special the bike is, if it doesn't fit well it's just not going to be loved -- 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,

[RBW] New Clem L

2017-08-09 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Very nice Joe! Enjoy your new ride -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: Lovell Gulch through Summer Photos

2017-08-09 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
You live in a little slice of heaven! Thank you for sharing those lovely photos Patrick. On Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 4:36:08 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Pictorial essay of my staple ride this summer. Lovell Gulch is the closest > single track (tied with Edlow Road, but that requires

[RBW] Re: 59 vs. 52 Clem L

2017-08-08 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I've been waiting for someone to mention this. I scanned the newsletter 3 times to find more information on the Clem based on the title and nothing was detailed on it. I assumed that another communication would be forthcoming to discuss the topic but nothing to date has been brought up about

[RBW] Re: Roadini!

2017-08-03 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
ce, I'm too much of a skin flint to get a new bike repainted. I would > love a black cherry/maroon or a blue it's almost black bike. > > On Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 7:20:28 AM UTC-7, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > John I was on the earlier email notification for the

[RBW] Re: why so many joe's up for sale?

2017-08-03 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I'm afraid that I can't help you on this one. I have a 2017 and own quite a few bikes and the Joe would be among the very last to be sold. On Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 7:45:22 PM UTC-4, Singlespeed Johnny wrote: > > i accidentally hijacked a for sale thread asking this and am sorry for > tha

[RBW] Re: Roadini!

2017-08-03 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
On Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 8:54:35 AM UTC-4, John G. wrote: > > According to Instagram and the RBW newsletter, Roadini pre-orders are live > for the general public! Anyone on the list order one yet? If so, what size > and color did you go for? > John I was on the earlier email notificatio

[RBW] Re: N minus 2 plus 1

2017-08-02 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
and spare wheel set with knobbies, the > second, the freak bike, and XL troll with heavy duty DH wheels, Velo Orange > Daija bars, front shock, Chris King, and related component builds, a jones > bike 29 plus and a big 60 cm bombadil built up with racks, Velo orange > porteau bar

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Appaloosa?

2017-08-01 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
The Appaloosa was definately described as being in between the Hunqapillar and the Hillborne and the Appaloosa brochure states it's almost a clone of the Atlantis, with a few geometry differences. I do remember reading that the 2017 Appaloosas have a heavier fork than the 2016 models. I think

[RBW] Did the Hunqapillar effective top tube length change over the years?

2017-08-01 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Does anyone who owns an early generation 54cm Hunqapillar mind measuring the effective top-tube length? The current Hunq's are listed as 584mm ETT but I have a geometry diagram of a 54 with a 599 ETT. I find that I'm very sensitive to top tube length and prefer a longer ETT over a shorter on

[RBW] Re: Roast your own coffee?

2017-07-31 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
John, Did you and Keven have trouble roasting beans to the quality level of a good micro-roaster? I've only done about 5 small batches, all with the same Brazilian beans from Sweet Maria's, but all have turned out "flat" and "lifeless" tasting. They are drinkable and taste like coffee but hav

[RBW] Re: Roast your own coffee?

2017-07-30 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I've tried several times to roast coffee in a cast iron skillet, using a whisk to stir the beans. I think I did this about three times and got drinkable but not really good coffee. Friday, I picked up an air popcorn popper and after about three tries, I found that roasting green coffee beans

[RBW] Re: Possible alternate brew method for those coffee on the go riders.

2017-07-30 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
ttps://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KK6biPh_MBs/WX5Wm_hAOvI/Axs/DNI__OGCgQMO6wEqWKQoK9dscnK1fHSQwCLcBGAs/s1600/cleverSmall15_5792a7214e9be_365x365-jpg-keep-ratio.jpeg> > > > > > On Sunday, July 30, 2017 at 8:14:37 AM UTC-7, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: >> >> I know a lot of peopl

[RBW] Re: Possible alternate brew method for those coffee on the go riders.

2017-07-30 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I'm kind of with you on that and French Press is my favorite method. This is a nice compromise except I'm actually using this basket on my full size technivorm as a fully automatic drip, rather than as a manual pour over. Couldn't be simpler. The portable idea just occurred to me the first ti

[RBW] Possible alternate brew method for those coffee on the go riders.

2017-07-30 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I know a lot of people here have a lightweight coffee brewing system they carry on their bikes and I just discovered a product that is extremely light, relatively cheap and makes a good cup of coffee with no skill needed. The product is the brew basket from the Technivorm Moccamaster Cup One

[RBW] Re: Saddle height vs PBH

2017-07-29 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
the bottom of the stroke, and I can't reach them at > the bottom with my heels (another possibly flawed guide for setting saddle > height). When I got home I measured the saddle height at 73cm. I know the > Bedrock sandals are thin, but I doubt they're 2cm thinner than my clip

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant Petersen Interview up on the Gravel & Grind website

2017-07-28 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
TC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Chris and Mitch: Thanks; at least plausible explanations. As I said > elsewhere, in experimenting with setting up the bar for the Matthews over > the last year, I've gradually lowered the bar by a total of about 2 inches, > and extended the stem by 1

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant Petersen Interview up on the Gravel & Grind website

2017-07-28 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
That's a nice explanation that is more specific than my general thoughts along those lines. I have a 1984 Trek 830 ATB that handles like a dream and it has long chainstays, a low bb and what I consider a short F-C (580mm ett). I found that to get comfortable on the bike, I needed a low angl

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant Petersen Interview up on the Gravel & Grind website

2017-07-28 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
both! On Friday, July 28, 2017 at 11:51:12 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I'd be *very* interested to learn more about this, and how it relates to > f-c, trail, hta, tires, and so forth. Anyone? > > On Fri, Jul 28, 2017 at 10:04 AM, 'Chris Lampe 2'

[RBW] Re: Grant Petersen Interview up on the Gravel & Grind website

2017-07-28 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Caught my attention as well and I hope it becomes a topic for discussion. Some of my thoughts on what it might be: 1) Riv geo charts always list a front-center measurement. I think most bike companies don't list this measurement. 2) I remember Grant referencing a shorter front-end and a long

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa question

2017-07-27 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
In this part of the country, he would probably be correct. :( One can always dream. On Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 9:12:11 PM UTC-5, Carla Waugh wrote: > > Chris that's a great idea I'm not sure he thinks enough people would buy > Rivendells. It would be nice to see o

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa question

2017-07-27 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Maybe you all can convince Tobin at Buchanan's to become a Riv dealer. :) On Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 4:58:48 PM UTC-5, Carla Waugh wrote: > > My brother in law just received his beautiful new Appaloosa and he really > loves it. He will make bar and stem changes possibly. I just wondered

Re: [RBW] Re: Terrific Writeup on the origins of Rivendell by Jan Heine

2017-07-25 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I certainly get what you are saying Joe about the "cruisers" versus the "road" type of bikes. I just would add that my Joe Appaloosa is far livelier than what most people would put into a cruiser category. Really a fun ride and it gets up and going quite nicely for me. On Tuesday, July 25, 20

[RBW] 2017 latest dynamo/lights that are best in the world?

2017-07-25 Thread Chris Corral
+1 vote for Shutter precision and IQX combo. Mine has survived storms and rivers -- 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.

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

2017-07-20 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
So glad you started this thread as I have been thinking how nice it would be to haul my 80 pound Golden along with me. And to the OP, congratulations on your new best friend! On Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 11:26:12 AM UTC-4, gordo wrote: > > Hi All, > > We just adopted the sweetest rescue dog an

[RBW] Re: FS: 2017 Appaloosa 51cm green

2017-07-20 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Safe to say no it is not. With all the details he provided just an oversight on including the price. We've all been there I'm sure! :) On Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 11:19:58 AM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote: > > Is this free? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Re: 1.5 x N+1

2017-07-19 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
You have my permission to buy a new bike as soon as possible. I would suggest a Rivendell. On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 1:13:36 PM UTC-4, Jay Connolly wrote: > > We just put an offer in on a cottage (which will become the basis of a > retirement home down the line) on an Island 50 miles from

[RBW] Re: 1.5 x N+1

2017-07-19 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 1:13:36 PM UTC-4, Jay Connolly wrote: > > We just put an offer in on a cottage (which will become the basis of a > retirement home down the line) on an Island 50 miles from where we live and > work. I'm just now working out the logic to eventually explain to my wi

[RBW] Re: Compass 584x42 knobby tires

2017-07-19 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
And is that "someone" going to be you, Bill? On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 9:40:15 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I just saw an Instagram photo of prototype 584x42 Compass knobby tires. > It's time for somebody to order a custom 650b Legolas. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito Ca > -- You rece

[RBW] Re: New Clem L's available now?

2017-07-18 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Agreed - I miss the news (any news) from Riv as I'm a Rivendell junkie. On Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 2:25:18 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > They should have posted something about it. It bums me out a little that > there has been no BLUG air BLAHG activity for nearly a month. No new tandem >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

2017-07-18 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I called all of the dealers lsted when I was looking for my 2017 Joe. This was after the 51 went out of stock on the Riv site. VERY few of them out there and like I mentioned a few left over 2016's but I'm guessing they are gone by now since it has been a few months now. Several dealers were

[RBW] WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

2017-07-17 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Well I have a 79 pbh and a proportionately longer torso. I have a 51 Joe and would never choose a 46 for myself. The 51 is a very good fit for me with a nice amount of seat post showing In other words the saddle is not slammed which I hate the looks of. I did notice for a time period that the

[RBW] Re: What (cheap) rack for Cheviot?

2017-07-17 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I have the Pletcher on mine and it is fine. Can't speak to installation as I bought it used with it already on. On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 9:47:19 AM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote: > > My wife rides a 50cm Cheviot and needs a rear rack for an Ortlieb bag. > What works? I have a Blackburn I was going t

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Hunqapillar (54 cm) complete bike

2017-07-16 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks! I looked more closely at your photos and your saddle is a lot thinner than mine, hence more seatpost showing. On Sunday, July 16, 2017 at 1:06:39 PM UTC-5, Matt P. wrote: > > @ Chris Lampe 2: > The saddle height in the photos is 75 cm (measured from bottom bracket to

[RBW] Re: WTB Clem Smith Jr H Style 52

2017-07-15 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Doug Riv dealers can ship. I bought my Joe from an LA dealer and they shipped it via Bikeflights to PA -- 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-o

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Hunqapillar (54 cm) complete bike

2017-07-15 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I look at it many times per day and that Hunqapillar was already spoken for when I first saw it!! Congrats to Bruce on picking up an awesome bike! On Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 12:17:02 PM UTC-5, Nash Taylor wrote: > > Gosh these things go so fast. That's what I get for not looking at the >

[RBW] Re: Anybody recognize this handlebar?

2017-07-15 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Eric beware that the Metropolis is only available in a 31.8. That is why for me only my Seven will accommodate those bars -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Hunqapillar (54 cm) complete bike

2017-07-14 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Just out of curiosity, what is the saddle height in these photos? My PBH is 85-86 and I ride a saddle height of 75cm but yours looks higher than that. Maybe it's an illusion. On Friday, July 14, 2017 at 5:11:25 PM UTC-5, Matt P. wrote: > > More photos: -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Choco norm vs Albas

2017-07-14 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I'm actually going to replace my Boscos with the FSA Metrolis bars. Many people love the Boscos but they were just "ok" for me. On Friday, July 14, 2017 at 3:27:37 PM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote: > > i've tried the albas and they come back quite a bit. I'm sure the chocos > are nice, but they sweep

[RBW] Re: Anybody recognize this handlebar?

2017-07-14 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I actually just ordered a FSA Metropolis for my Seven Cafe Racer. I'm looking forward to trying it. Been considering it for some time now -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving em

[RBW] Re: Choco norm vs Albas

2017-07-14 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Well I don't ride drops anymore so I've kind of become the queen of Alt Bars. I have the Choco Norms on my Joe. When I first saw them I didn't think I would care for them as they are pretty flat and come way back. However, with the long top tube of the Joe it works well and I actually like

[RBW] Re: Anybody recognize this handlebar?

2017-07-13 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Sooo, for those playing along at home, it is definitely the Surly Open Bar? I am the queen of ALt bars and can't seem to try enough of them. My next bar is going to be the FSA Metropolis on my Seven Café Racer replacing the Bosco bars. Definitely not the Ahearnes - although that is nice one.

[RBW] PSA Single Speed Sacramento $650

2017-07-10 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Seems cheap -- 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 to rbw-owners-b

[RBW] Re: Atlas-like but tubeless

2017-07-10 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Yeah, I think the cliffhanger is the way to go for anyone wanting strong, wide, rim brake compatible rims. I think the atlas are just stouter dyads, which I've found to be too narrow for 50+mm tires. On Sunday, July 9, 2017 at 9:52:39 PM UTC-5, Kai Vierstra wrote: > > http://www.velocityusa

[RBW] Re: You meet the nicest people on a Rivendell, even if ....

2017-07-09 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
We have several Sprouts here in OKC, which we visit weekly, and one Whole Foods, that we've been to three times. We love Sprouts and their produce is really good and they have good ads for what's in season. I went into WF yesterday, for the first time in several years, and I was impressed wit

[RBW] FS: albastache cockpit

2017-07-07 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Photos? -- 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 to rbw-owners-bunch@

[RBW] Re: My new Della Santa

2017-07-05 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Super nice bike! And no, there are not too many photos! On Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at 10:35:48 AM UTC-4, Addison wrote: > > I already shared this with the iBob list so apologies for those on both > lists getting hit twice. It's a beauty (if I do say so myself) with room > for 35mm tires. Figu

[RBW] Re: 650B Atlantis

2017-07-01 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks! Any purchase I would make is way down the road so right now it's just curiosity. On Saturday, July 1, 2017 at 12:10:34 PM UTC-5, drew wrote: > > Chris, > Dont quote me on this, but I had similar top tube concerns about moving > from a 54 to 56 hunq. I wanted to kee

[RBW] Re: 650B Atlantis

2017-07-01 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Do you have the geo numbers for the 650B Hunqapillar handy and what size frameset? One of the things my experimenting has shown me is that I'm very sensitive to effective top-tube length and the handling differences that different length stems make. I have a bike with a 58cm ETT and the ste

[RBW] A saddle

2017-06-27 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Excellent choice Carla! -- 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 to r

[RBW] Re: WTB - On-One Mary Bars

2017-06-27 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Hi Lucas. I emailed you and sent a DM on Sunday. Just wanted to make sure you got it that I would appreciate photos and a price. Please let me know if you are having problems contacting me. best Chris On Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 12:07:26 PM UTC-4, Lucas Winzenburg wrote: > I have a p

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

2017-06-26 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Been there and done that on a 26.8. Couldn't find anything to use and I use a Brooks saddle too. The Anatomicas do have longer rails but the saddles don't cut it for me. That said, if you are interested in buying one, contact me offline as I have several I could sell. On Monday, June 26, 20

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Video Review

2017-06-26 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Nice video review and thanks for posting that. I have the 2017 silver Joe and love, love , love it! On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:30:01 AM UTC-4, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Hi! Here's a little overview of my Appaloosa I recently made: > > https://youtu.be/DtElrNIi9KM > > Enjoy! > > M > -- Y

[RBW] Re: When your cycling coach says "Ok, now bend over"

2017-06-24 Thread Chris Corral
Very interesting, this is something I have wondered about. Thank you for sharing. On Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 6:14:18 AM UTC-7, Tim wrote: > > Presented to the group without comment: > > http://www.bicycling.com/training/is-poop-doping-the-next-big-thing > -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Aging and Exercise

2017-06-23 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
+1 for Deacon Patrick's comments. My own (not exhaustive) research has supported this conclusion. On Thursday, June 22, 2017 at 2:19:13 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > I haven't looked at this study in particular but something I've noticed is > common with many exercise studies is they test

Re: [RBW] Re: Breaking in a leather Brooks

2017-06-22 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I also agree with not resorting to all sorts of saddle torture to break in the Brooks. I cringe when I see the water or put it in an oven advice. Just ride the dang thing. The Pro is much thicker leather. I have a number of the Selects and like them knowing that they should last a good long ti

[RBW] Re: Roadini at RBW

2017-06-22 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
So are these the final color choices or just on the prototype? I'm on the mailing list too for updates but haven't heard anything in a while. On Thursday, June 22, 2017 at 2:12:08 PM UTC-4, Daniel D. wrote: > > Last word was august... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] So many Rivs on the chopping block

2017-06-21 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
had grown accustomed to thinking > that's where the good wide tires be. > > Shortly before the Atlantis, 700C x 2" options started to get better and > by 2000, things were changing a lot. I got my Atlantis in 2001 with zero > qualms about tire width availability. 650B was r

Re: [RBW] So many Rivs on the chopping block

2017-06-21 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Love the Allrounder! What size frame? Are the wheels 26"? I don't know if I've ever read that all the Riv Allrounders were 26" but I've assumed they were. On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 9:06:43 AM UTC-5, Addison wrote: > > I adore my Riv Allrounder and all of things I can do with it. And

[RBW] Re: FS: Hunqapillar 48cm (76-83 PBH)

2017-06-21 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
That is a very classy bike! On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 12:22:46 AM UTC-5, dstein wrote: > > Pictures: > > https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0o52plgjcWPDM > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from thi

[RBW] WTB - On-One Mary Bars

2017-06-19 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Looking to see if anyone has these bars in very good condition they would be willing to part with. Please DM with condition and price to include mailing to 19382 (SE PA). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] WTB albatross bar HT aluminum

2017-06-17 Thread chris feczko
Seeing if anyone has a used one they would part with. Just looking for functional, scratches and other cosmetics problems ok. Thanks Chris Sunnyside, NY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Lovely Bicycle

2017-06-15 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Interesting. I used to visit her blog 3 or 4 times a week to check in on any new posts. After she moved to Ireland I slowly drifted away. I stopped reading coincidentally about the time she stopped writing. I wasn't aware of this development. Normally she has mentioned breaks such as vacations o

[RBW] Re: Giving up on my Cambium C17

2017-06-14 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I own a ton of Brooks leather saddles and really don't find the B17 hard to break in, per se. In fact, the shape is basically comfortable to me from the beginning. The Brooks Pro is extremely hard and can go a long time before any break in at all happens. I bought a used B17 off of eBay and I

[RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

2017-06-13 Thread &#x27;Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
I was watching with envy as someone won a like-new 55cm Appaloosa frameset for something like $800. I'm pretty sure the seller is a poster here. On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 9:08:54 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > Sub $500! > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-Rivendell-Cheviot-Size-60cm-INV-1093

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

2017-06-12 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Yeah - Sabot! Sorry I spelled that wrong. I actually have them on my Quickbeam and do like them. Very large platform. But as noted well about the $40 range. On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 1:22:36 PM UTC-4, Dave Small wrote: > > My feet are size 13, so I feel your pain. VO Sabot pedals are the

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