[RBW] Re: Is an Atlantis Worth It?

Max, If you can ride one first, that will help you come to an answer... I had heard about Rivendell for many years, but it was not until I visited the Bay Area and went out to Riv HQ and rode a few bikes that I really understood how magically comfortable they feel. If you cannot get there,

[RBW] Re: Bike build day: Atlantis w/ Bullmoose & '81 Trek 510 Jean-Luc Picard

Both bikes look AMAAAZING. We have to figure out a ride together! Edwin On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 3:24:18 PM UTC-5 exliontamer wrote: > Put the Bullmoose on the Atlantis & I'm loving them. They really fit my > short torso/long arms on the Atlantis. I have the stem maxed out in the >

[RBW] Re: Long wheelbase = long chain

Awesome advice from all of you, two chains on the way! On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 11:20:21 AM UTC-5 Mackenzy Albright wrote: > Buy two KMC z9's for dirt cheap. Toss the leftover second chain in the > parts bin for the next 3 chain replacements. > > On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 4:38:56 AM

[RBW] Long wheelbase = long chain

I have a Joe Appa with long chain stays, which necessitates a long chain, longer than a single chain. For all of you out there with a long chain bike, what are your best tips/tricks/techniques for purchasing a chain. Where do you go for a long chain? What else do you think about with chain

Re: [RBW] ISO: Trail Bike

I agree with Neal that those state bicycles are uglier than we typically prefer on this refined list, but they are practical, another quality we value. A friend of mine got one and while it is not as good as my lugged steel fendered, lighted, racked awesome Joe Appa, he doesn't care! Edwin On

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

I love all of this experimentation, and the Rev folks sure do have a lot of experience. For me, I am in the fixed gear or 1x8 or so camp. Fixed gear so pure and direct and connected. 1x8 more flexible, fewer problems on the hills, but not nearly as much easier as you would think considering

Re: [RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

This is going to be the single most anticipated bike on this list (a MASSIVE honor) in quite a while... Edwin On Friday, February 2, 2024 at 4:16:42 PM UTC-6 Doug H. wrote: > I love Pink Floyd. Do I love pink bikes? Sure! Me thinks pink with black > components would be slick. Can't wait

[RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

I like single speed bikes, many like single speed bikes. The simplicity, the possibility of fixed gear, it is the epitome of biking for me, I think. I like the idea of the roaduno. So far it looks like it will have 700c/622 wheel size, long reach side pull brakes. Rear facing drop outs. Those

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno

I heard from Riv HQ that they will come as frames ($1750 like other lugged frames) and completes (price and build list not released yet). Looking forward to seeing the colors and build list! Edwin On Monday, January 8, 2024 at 8:06:52 AM UTC-6 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > Well, the

[RBW] Re: FS: 60 cm Quickbeam

Joe, You have a very cool bike that is not very common. I cannot say what the "right" price is, but there are a few ways to improve your chance of selling it: 1. Make the bike look its best. Give it a good wash and pump up the tires. A bike with flat tires looks like a neglected bike.

[RBW] Re: Kid's First Pedal Bike (Riv parent edition)

I've had three boys grow through countless numbers of balance bikes, 12", 16" and 20" bikes. A few things I have learned: - I care much more about bike geometry than my kids do. Smaller bikes are typically worse than bigger bikes. Kid specific bikes (Cleary, woom) are better than non

[RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

Richard, Great overhead shot of the bars. Can you post some more of the bike? I'd love to see how the cockpit works with the rest of the bike... Learning from others, Edwin On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 8:17:49 PM UTC-6 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > Not really shamed but while having a really

[RBW] Re: Sizing Down? Pocket ‘Pus.

I am with George. Once you have more than a certain number of bikes (a number you are certain to have opinions about), one of them should be a folder! Great for train travel. Great for guests (they fit all kinds of people). Great for conversation starter. Can be stored in a closet, attic, under

[RBW] Re: FS: 60CM Quickbeam, super nice build

Ah! I see the link is to both (awesome!) bikes... Fat chance for $1500. Quickbeam for $1200. Edwin On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 2:32:10 PM UTC-5 Edwin W wrote: > Wrong link, no price. Help us out, that bike is awesome! > > Single speed dreaming, > > Edwin > > On Sunday,

[RBW] Re: FS: 60CM Quickbeam, super nice build

Wrong link, no price. Help us out, that bike is awesome! Single speed dreaming, Edwin On Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 2:11:01 PM UTC-5 mrb wrote: > Hello! More info here: > https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/d/washington-1990-fat-chance-21-handmade/7673386935.html > > > > Available to

[RBW] Re: Front basket rack recommendations

That Cycles manivelle rack is slick. No zip ties, cool! Edwin On Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 11:54:33 AM UTC-5 greenteadrinkers wrote: > In the latest PLP video, Russ brings to light a nice basket solution from > a company called Manivelle. The Le Porteur version is a little less than 2 >

[RBW] Re: 65cm Specialized Sequoia

Love that build photo you've got! Too big for me, but good luck, Edwin On Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 1:20:30 PM UTC-5 mitchel...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello! I'm looking to recoup some funds from a recent purchase and on the > chopping block is this 65cm Specialized Sequoia..Hard to find

[RBW] Re: Roaduno

ur if they can't find a good >>>>>>>> bolt-on option. >>>>>>>> Wouldn't be my choice but I'm getting one anyway ;-) >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Mike M >>>>>>>> >>>>>>&

[RBW] Re: 26” MTB Tire Advice

I find Schwalbe usually has some good offerings. You can search by "inch" to find 26x2,2.1,2.25... Edwin On Friday, August 25, 2023 at 11:22:45 AM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Do you know ANYBODY who used to ride? 26" tires accumulate in any garage > that hosts riders. Find some for free!

[RBW] Re: Single Speed (QB/SO/RU..) Questions

It looks like you have some options for selling your awesome Quickbeam (slightly too small for me, thankfully for my wallet). 1. Drive 7 hours (14 hours round trip, yikes!) and sell it to Bill L. 2. Cheapen it up, drop the price, sell the expensive stuff, and clear the same amount 3. Keep

Re: [RBW] Cargo/Kid bike recommendations (or bikefriday vs. tern)

Drew, Where are you? Depending on the family bike scene near you, Facebook marketplace or craigslist might have some deals. When I sold my cargo bikes in Nashville, I sold then to someone from 4-5 hours away each time, so it is often worth it to spread your radius if you don't find something

Re: [RBW] Re: Cargo/Kid bike recommendations (or bikefriday vs. tern)

Max - love that Ritchey cargo bike. But dreamy pricey - take a cool old $300 MTB and add a $350 fork and ask $2900 for it! Hoch - I know some love a trailer, but I never liked having my kids that far away and that low Piaw - love those stories. I never had a tandem for my kids, but I agree -

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno

ned last week on a Path Less > Pedaled YouTube video (around the 55min mark) that Roaduno will have 'rear > facing dropouts of our own design'. > > On Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 4:35:58 PM UTC-4 Edwin W wrote: > >> Bill is right (as usual), the Public V1 is fun to ride. &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno

Bill is right (as usual), the Public V1 is fun to ride. My brother and his wife got them. I made a huge improvement (to me!) in putting paselas on and switching the 18t rear cog to a 16. I love the simplicity of a single speed and hope to get a roaduno and "fix" it up, Edwin On Monday, July

[RBW] Re: Roaduno

The mid-May Blahg did say December in purple and dark orange. Or purple and Sergio green. We will see! Love the idea of it, Edwin On Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 5:40:16 PM UTC-5 penne...@gmail.com wrote: > The mid-May Blahg > has em

[RBW] Re: Roaduno catnip

ote that the fork is mismatched. >>>>>>> Blog >>>>>>> <https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/grant-petersens-blog/done-done-wrong-proably-still-doing-wrong> >>>>>>> Doug >>>>>>> On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 1

[RBW] Re: "You need 7 bikes" article

Bikes in order of use 1. Joe Appa daily driver 2. Raleigh sprite vintage fixed for variety in commute 3. 90's GT avalanche for occasional MTB'ing 4. Dahon boardwalk guest bike I will occasionally use 5. Vintage Schwinn tandem for occasional fun ride. Kickback 2 speed Apparently I

Re: [RBW] Re: PONCHOS!!!

Not to rub it in, but yes, the Riv Grundens poncho is the best ever. So sorry they do not have them any more. Maybe they need to do another run, but I am sure then they would be $$$. I have the Grundens, but also have a Vaude Valdipino

Re: [RBW] Re: Widest fenders that easily fit a Joe Appa?

Berthoud 60mm (700c) fit my 58cm Joe Appa fine with no manipulation. Edwin On Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 2:48:37 PM UTC-6 Doug Van Cleve wrote: > Thanks Paul! Great info, I think Honjos are more scratch than I want to > spend though :^( > > I wonder if getting a set of the V-O 63mm 700c

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv shirts

All gone. Thanks. On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 2:34:27 PM UTC-6 Edwin W wrote: > Red Rockmount available again. $40 shipped > Like new > Pictures here > <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-5mrZvC7tWQvVka5YdjD_8LJatDLp5G6?usp=share_link> > > > On Tuesday, F

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv shirts

Red Rockmount available again. $40 shipped Like new Pictures here <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-5mrZvC7tWQvVka5YdjD_8LJatDLp5G6?usp=share_link> On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 9:42:24 AM UTC-6 Edwin W wrote: > SOLD Gray Riv MUSA shirt size L: very good condition $35 &

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv shirts

: barely used $40 (bought from Rockmount) Thanks all! Edwin  On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 1:08:04 PM UTC-6 Edwin W wrote: > Update: > SOLD Gray Riv MUSA shirt size L: very good condition $35 > SOLD Riv MUSA railroad shirt size L: two small oil stains, otherwise good > $30 >

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv shirts

(bought from Rockmount) Pictures here <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-5mrZvC7tWQvVka5YdjD_8LJatDLp5G6?usp=share_link> Edwin On Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 4:28:02 PM UTC-6 Edwin W wrote: > Thinning out my closet: > Prices include shipping, discount for Nashville pickup

[RBW] FS: Riv shirts

Thinning out my closet: Prices include shipping, discount for Nashville pickup. Gray Riv MUSA shirt size L: very good condition $35 Riv MUSA railroad shirt size L: two small oil stains, otherwise good $30 Rockmount blue check cowboy shirt size L: good: collar slightly darkened $30 (bought from

[RBW] Re: Just restored '95 Riv Road

Peter, That is a beautiful bike! Perfect job by you and Waterford. How much did it cost to do? Because I will do that to one of my bikes one day, and want to start saving!! You could literally just hang that on the wall as a beautiful thing to look at every day... Edwin On Thursday,

[RBW] Roaduno catnip

>From Will's email update today: September: Roaduno complete and frames (lime-olive, purple and dark gold). That's good news! Roaduno dreaming, Edwin -- 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: FS: SON 32h 6V-3W K179 Dynamo Hub

Mike Any idea of how old it is or how miles it has on it? United in dyno, Edwin On Friday, January 13, 2023 at 9:08:01 AM UTC-6 Michael Ullmer wrote: > SON 32h 6V-3W K179 Dynamo Hub - $125 plus shipping > > --I bought this for a wheel build but ended up going a different route. No > skewer.

[RBW] Re: WTB MUSA Atlantis 59 (650B) or 58 (700C)

Bob, Good luck in your search. I have made the same search for many of the same reasons in a slightly larger size. I had not heard of the Crust Nor'easter. That checks a lot of the boxes except for color (esp in Canti). I have a hard time justifying a bike that is not very different from my

Re: [RBW] If you convince Rivendell to bring back "one" former model

Original Atlantis! Not too long chainstays so it fits places better. Single top tube. 26" wheels for all (I know that is not original). Edwin On Friday, December 9, 2022 at 11:18:09 AM UTC-6 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm guessing they would need to call them something else if they made any >

[RBW] Great Looking Roadini

I have never been that into "road bikes" or "road biking," which is of course what drew me to Rivendell, with their genre bending, do everything country, hills bike types. But damned if this Roadini ain't a beauty!

[RBW] Re: Potential Riv for Sale

There will be interest at the right price! What is the price? Edwin On Monday, October 24, 2022 at 10:18:47 AM UTC-5 chase@gmail.com wrote: > I am not totally sure if I am going to sell one of my Rivs yet, but > thought I would test the waters and see if there might be interest in a 48 >

[RBW] Re: One Rivendell to rule them all

#1 model to choose: the one you have/could easily get. For me that is the Appaloosa which I have now. If I were starting all over... #1 dream, but I cannot get it right now is the original Atlantis 64cm with one top tube. **Let me know if you are getting rid of one** #2 Appaloosa #3 Original

Re: [RBW] Rosco Platypus Presale

1/2 year waiting list is a >>> business activity I might call "false scarcity". If I sincerely wanted to >>> purchase a watch, I might even be pissed off about it. The irony! >>> >>> Raise your hand if you want to wait 3-1/2 years for your next >>

Re: [RBW] Rosco Platypus Presale

I like Rivendell a lot. I like that Helm system, too! Edwin On Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 3:22:16 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Now if I start getting a bunch of spam emails from Helm Watches, I'll make > sure to find the Helm Watches Google Group and bash the company as > sanctimonious and

Re: [RBW] Hillibikes are so close!

Brendon, That headshot looks awesome. Can you post a couple photos of the whole bike and a full build list? I think if I were to get my hands on one I would just copy you exactly! Edwin On Thursday, June 30, 2022 at 10:43:07 PM UTC-5 brendonoid wrote: > Discord Wright stem (30mm) with the

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

I agree with Eric... nice photos are nice. >From our local craigslist, this one is on the other end of the photo spectrum https://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/d/nashville-bike-for-sale/7474764859.html Edwin On Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 1:49:23 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hats off to

[RBW] Re: The confounding politics of camping

I can only think of 1 park here in TN that has hike and bike, which I consider not directly connected to a road. I wish all parks had them, because even having a few minutes walk/bike from a road makes them much less desirable to the loud crowd! Edwin in TN On Friday, April 29, 2022 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant Petersen Discussion on Reddit

Watching Mr. Hirose (RIP) install fenders or do just about anything on a bicycle would have been a joy to watch live! Edwin On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 6:15:13 AM UTC-5 Igor wrote: > I prefer working with Honjo undrilled fenders over any other. Need a lot > of patience and some good tooling.

Re: [RBW] New Craigslist/others thread

$2000 1987 Rivved out Stumpjumper. Wow! If someone will buy it, it is worth that much, Edwin On Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 5:52:27 PM UTC-6 aus...@soundcoop.tv wrote: > Friend's '87 Specialized Stumpjumper made up into a real *nice *commuter, > could-be tourer > Size: 22.5 > Lotta good

[RBW] Re: New Craigslist/others thread

58cm Rambo full bike in Huntsville back up at $1500 https://huntsville.craigslist.org/bik/d/huntsville-rivendell-rambouillet-58cm/7430693973.html No connection, Edwin On Monday, December 6, 2021 at 11:01:49 AM UTC-6 Edwin W wrote: > 58cm Rambo in Huntsville > &

[RBW] Re: New Craigslist/others thread

58cm Rambo in Huntsville https://huntsville.craigslist.org/bik/d/huntsville-rivendell-rambouillet-58cm/7412785968.html No connection, Edwin On Friday, December 3, 2021 at 7:28:29 AM UTC-6 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: > Oooh...really pretty 60cm double TT Sam with canti posts in Iowa City. No >

[RBW] Nutmeg Nor'Easter Riv Focused Video

Lots of Riv content in here! https://theradavist.com/2021/11/2021-nutmeg-noreaster-video-recap/ Viewing from afar, Edwin in Nashville -- 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

[RBW] Re: Rivendell "Keven's Bike" build

Laing, Love everything about it! Can you tell us a little more about the front rack? Who made it? How does it attach at the top? How does it attach at the bottom? Any issues with it? Cool! Edwin On Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 6:45:09 AM UTC-6 lconley wrote: > Top of saddle is 34" above top

[RBW] Re: Night riding

I love riding at night. It really expands on the magic of biking in general. I am like many others on this thread, loving dyno lighting for active lighting at night. Steady lights front and back. For passive, I have a Riv ankle band strapped to each side of my basket, reflective plastic on each

Re: [RBW] New Craigslist/others thread

60cm Cheviot frame at my LBS $1400 https://www.halcyonbike.com/inventory Edwin Nashville, TN -- 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: Fenders for bikes with big tires

I have been very happy with the Berthoud 700x60mm stainless steel fenders on my Appaloosa with 50mm tires. https://store.biketouringnews.com/gilles-berthoud-stainless-steel-fender-set/ Edwin On Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 7:23:07 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wrote: > I have a set of Velo Orange Zeppelin

[RBW] Clem Lotto

I am glad to hear the demand for Rivendell bikes is high. So high that most sizes sold out immediately when posting last time they opened them up to sales. So this time: You buy a $50 "ticket." They draw tickets out of a hat for the "winners," who have 24 hours to purchase a bike. If someone

[RBW] Who likes the original Atlantis?

The first Riv I ever saw was an Atlantis on the BART when I was living in Berkeley in the late 2000s. Didn't know what it was at the time, but I thought, that looks cool! Had a Sam, now a Joe, but I always loved that original Atlantis. Not the current one with the bow-flex second tube in my

[RBW] Re: Hot tip: Soft-sided coolers for Wald baskets

The REI versions do well, too. 12 pack and 6 pack , but don't have a exterior zippered pocket. Edwin On Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 7:35:00 AM UTC-5

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Top Tube Protection

These protectors seem Riv-ish to me: made by an individual, attention to detail, etc... Wrapping an old inner

[RBW] Re: Riv'ing out a kids bike

I have done this with many kids bikes: adding fenders (Wald stainless steel), dynamo lighting, cloth type and twine, racks... all with either very little interest/appreciation by my (otherwise wonderful!) children, or eye rolling, or even occasional disappointment. The bikes in the shop window

Re: [RBW] Re: Need Platypus tire advice

If you ever feel like you are getting too many flats on the rear (always the rear!), a much tougher, but still a bit supple tire is the Marathon Supreme. And it comes in 700x42. https://www.schwalbetires.com/bike_tires/road_tires/marathon_supreme There are many marathons... this one is the

[RBW] Re: New look for rivbike.com and new News blog

Since I last posted the situation seems to be much better: Now you can hover on the "bikes" menu up top and you immediately get a drop down of the bikes! They are, after all, the pride and joy of this BIKE company! Good job, Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: FS: 60 cm Cheviot complete, $1750 plus packing and shipping

Where are ya? Love that green, Edwin On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 7:13:34 PM UTC-6 Jim S. wrote: > I forgot to include photos! > > Here they are. > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/tS62RJACDYB3GHqF9 > > On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 7:12:57 PM UTC-6 Jim S. wrote: > >> Let's see, albastache bars, nitto

[RBW] Re: Front pannier rack for Appaloosa

I don't have all of the measurements in front of me, but I found the hub area rack did not fit my appaloosa (eyelet was too high). I got a tubus tara, but haven't attached it yet, but I figure it should work. Let us know what you find! Edwin On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 10:13:41 AM UTC-6 Keith

[RBW] Re: History of the bicycle by Grant

Yes, I think that was it. Thanks! On Sunday, February 28, 2021 at 7:01:26 PM UTC-6 Andrew Schlukebier wrote: > > There’s this: > > Grant Petersen: The Big Bang Theory…of Bicycles > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VJ4jAn4v-U > On Sunday, February 28, 2021 at 5:45:49 P

[RBW] History of the bicycle by Grant

I remember reading an article by Grant on the history of the bicycle, from early galactic history onwards. I can't find it in the reader index (thank you Reed) or with a basic google search. Can anyone point me there? Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: FS: 62cm Appaloosa F/F/HS

Ben, That's an interesting question: To "With my butt on the saddle I can get my tippy toes of one foot to touch the ground." You replied: "Shouldn't this be true of any bike, regardless of standover height?" Imagine a very steep seat tube angle - saddle almost directly above the pedals vs

Re: [RBW] New look for rivbike.com and new News blog

I agree with @aeroperf: I always thought it was too hard to find the bikes! When you click the three bar menu, "Bicycles and Frames" are at the top: good! Now how would you look at the bikes? You have to click on that, read all of the descriptions, and then wade through a bunch of pictures:

[RBW] Sackville Sacks are a good deal

Especially when you compare them to some alternatives, like this $745 Scotch bag! https://www.westleyrichards.com/us/scotch-bag-in-forest-green Enjoying flat, grabby, and jumbo grabby sacks, Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] FS: Copenhagen Wheel $1,100

> > Really interesting stuff on this thread. Thanks all for sharing, and sad >> to see another good product with a ton of that failed. A friend of mine >> ran a small dealership for Faraday bikes. I thought they had a good >> product: a good looking, stripped down, simple electric bike.

[RBW] Re: Musette Recommendations

I like the Riv flatsack , though I wish it were just a bit taller to fit a standard magazine. Currently sold out. I saw Herse is selling one - lightweight and

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Big Back Rack - LARGE

Regarding FOGRRL (Fear of going rear rack-less, rhymes with "you go girl"), I suffer from the same. So I always have a rear rack - Pletscher, Racktime, I've had a number. These days, with a Mark's rack and walk basket up front, I rarely ever use the rear rack except to hold my rear dynamo

[RBW] Re: Weirdest Rivendell ideas?

Splats and Half Mitts have to be up there. Half mitts with the thumb I find are actually pretty useful things to have around, take up little space and weigh very little. Never got the splats, but I see their (dorky) practicality! Edwin On Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 6:43:36 PM UTC-5 J L

[RBW] Re: (Best) metal fenders for Joe Appa?

I have had good luck with the Berthoud fenders on my Joe. Pictures here with a ton of room with snoqualmie pass tires (44mm). Edwin On Monday, October 5, 2020

[RBW] Re: MUSA pants and shorts replacement elastic band?

re's a link with different colors: > https://www.joann.com/sewing/sewing-and-quilting-supplies/elastic/ > > I've also ditched the buckle and gone with a 1" plastic strap adjuster... > > Cheers, > Patrick > On Monday, August 31, 2020 at 8:16:00 AM UTC-4 Edwin W wrote: > &

[RBW] MUSA pants and shorts replacement elastic band?

Has anyone replaced the elastic band on their MUSA pants or shorts? I replaced with climbing webbing, but it has no stretch. I would love to hear of a tried a true source, as it is hard to see how thick the bands are online, and I am not sure where to even go in person to find such a thing. I

Re: [RBW] Rearview mirrors: necessary, effective, recommendations?

Lyman wrote about german mirror on albstache " i have not found a way to mount them without interfering with hand grip" I had one on Noodles for awhile and found that to be a perfect match, better than when I had it on albatross. I just switched back to albatross and found that the mirror just

[RBW] Re: 26" road/gravel tire shortage

Good ol' Pasela... probably would have the same side wall issues (wearing out before the tread), but much cheaper! https://www.amazon.com/Panaracer-Pasela-1-75-Wire-Bead/dp/B00B01L9GM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pb_opt?ie=UTF8 Edwin On Friday, August 28, 2020 at 4:23:28 PM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Kickstands and Clems

I agree with Eric. I have a double legged Joe A and it works well. AND it has fallen over a bunch of times, too... Uneven ground, uneven weight.. gotta watch out. Best thing when it is loaded is always a tree! Good luck, Edwin On Thursday, August 20, 2020 at 9:16:46 AM UTC-5, Alex K wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes and frames for now... Bags, components, misc. to follow

Cool bikes! Tip: to see the information click on the "see more" tab on the top picture in the middle. Bob - I think you should add the prices to the post, so people don't have to click around a bunch to see a bike that is too cheap (haha) or too expensive for their budget. Edwin On

[RBW] Re: Bike Racks, non hitch recommendations.

Saris bones is the best I have seen for a rack that goes back and forth between cars, if you have space to store it in between uses. For folidng up and leaving in the trunk, I got one of these for my wife's car in case I meet her somewhere and it is a long way back:

[RBW] Long enough frame pump for Appaloosa

I have a Topeka road master blaster on my 59 Appaloosa and it fits snug and fine. Probably the XL. Edwin -- 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: Commuter Tire for Hunq

Joe, I don't think my marathon supremes are bricks, so I went to see what Schwalbe offers and found so many marathons!! The heaviest Marathon plus MTB is listed at 1270g* per tire (how much does a brick weigh, anyway?), to the Marathon E plus (930g), Marathon Plus HS440 (900g), Marathon Plus

[RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

Doug, looking at Marty's awesome google doc, it looks like: 1994-1998: 6 - All Rounder, Mountain Expedition, Long Low, Cyclo Cross, Heron 1999-2003: 5 - Atlantis, Rambo, Quickbeam, Romulus, Redwood 2004-2008: 6 - Saluki, Glorius, Wilbury Bleriot, AHH, Legolas 2009-2013: 7 - Bomba, Sam, Roadeo,

[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

I like a marathon supreme on the rear (less than one flat per thousand miles compared to four in a thousand miles on compass) and a compass on the front (fronts rarely flat). Going pretty well for a while now. Trying not to jinx myself. Edwin Nashville -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Silver2 thumb mount on stem

Silver2 on the stem... my next major move for my Joe. And back to Albas after a couple of thousand miles on noodles. Edwin On Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 9:32:59 PM UTC-5, Eric G@rs wrote: > > My girlfriend decided she wanted to switch from wavie bars to bullhorns on > her Roadini which required

[RBW] Re: Shorts similar to Riv MUSA

There are no shorts like the MUSA shorts! I have two pairs and the elastic wore out so I threaded some webbing and a buckle through and use them like that. In addition, I like the Patagonia Terrebone

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

I found a great used Trek steel MTB on craigslist that three of my kids have used and one is about to outgrow. I threw Wald steel fenders on it and it looks like a bike I would ride! They don't appreciate it of course and are always oggling the new bikes in the bike shop, while the hipster

[RBW] Re: bike recs for my son

I find the best thing (and hardest, for a bike nerd dad) is to let him get what he is interested. Give him a price range to look for on craigslist, if he is interested. Add $100-$200 because some sellers can be talked down. If he is not interested in looking on CL (nobody in my family is as

Re: [RBW] Re: Walking boots -- not entirely unrelated to cycling

I remember a piece in Backpacker one year where they asked 10 Appalachian Trail through hikers who had worn the same shoes the whole time what they had worn. The only shoe that had more than one was Redwing work boots! I wouldn't choose mine for that task, but I have had mine for 20+ years and

[RBW] WTB/WTT: Atlantis 61cm Frame and Fork

I have always wanted a single top tube green Atlantis. If you have one for sale, let me know! I am not expecting a trade, but I do have a 58cm mustard double top tube Joe Appaloosa for a trade if someone has an Atlantis and wants longer chainstays and an extra top tube. Check it out:

Re: [RBW] Re: The Stem Chronicles: Will this get me injured?

My advice: put it at the safe height and ride it for a month. If you don’t get used to it, well your month wasn’t perfect, but a month is a short time in life, I hope! Then you will really know you need a taller one! Good luck! Edwin, who doesn’t like to change cockpits more than every couple

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus/Susie presale is live this morning! New blog on Gus impressions!

I am having trouble understanding why they would put a cap on the number or preorders of any certain size, color, etc... Maybe they already have the guy working on them and can't change the numbers? Give the people what they want, Edwin Nashville On Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 1:57:11 PM

[RBW] Re: advice on 26x2.0 tires

I’ve always liked the Schwalbe big bens. I forget why I picked them over the Big Apples but I think they are slightly higher performance? Edwin -- 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: Drop Bar Appaloosa's?

I've got a 58 with 46 noodles on a 7cm stem (I think...) https://www.flickr.com/photos/90785999@N06/46909731481/in/dateposted-friend/ On Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 4:38:14 PM UTC-5, jandrews wrote: > > Is anyone on the list running drops on their Apps? I recently built up my > new frame with

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

> > Here in the south I assume most people have guns. So I am really working > on not responding! > Not always able to, and always regretful when I respond! Like when a guy raised his handgun off the dash. He didn't point it at me or anything, but scared the living daylights out of me.

[RBW] Re: Any UnRacers in Franklin, Tennessee?

Let me all know if you organize a ride! I would be happy to participate and maybe have a kid or two come if it is low key enough. Edwin Nashville, TN On Monday, April 1, 2019 at 6:25:06 PM UTC-5, Karl wrote: > > Matt, > > Thanks for the kind words. Andrew... I think we may already be

[RBW] Re: To Helmet or not

Jeff, I would add one under-studied disadvantage of wearing a helmet: You are more likely to hit your head on things when you have a helmet on than when you do not have one on. I have not seen this scientifically studied (yet!), but I have experienced it myself. Your body is so well trained

Re: [RBW] To Helmet or not

Here are my FAQs about my helmet use that I share with friends and family to prove I am the bike obsessed person in their life: Do you ever wear a helmet? Sure, I wear a helmet sometimes. I am more likely to wear a helmet if it is cold, dark, rainy, or all of the above. Also, I am more likely

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