[RBW] Re: Favorite clip-in/flat pedal combo?

Following on to this; has anyone here used the MKS ezy pedal system to easily swap between flats and clipless? On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 1:41:02 PM UTC-6 John Bokman wrote: > Rivsters: > > I've ridden many many years on Speedplay Frogs with great enjoyment. > I've also ridden for years

[RBW] Re: Thumb Shifter Advice

When I switched up my Atlantis to Billy Bars a few years ago I also ditched the bar ends for a Shimano Sora rapid fire rear shifter and one of the Sunrace front shifters set up for left inner mounting. I really like that setup but if you don't have the real estate in front of your grips, that

[RBW] Re: TA Specialites Cranks at Analog Cycles

Do we really need to disparage a longtime supporter and contributor of this list? Peter has been a pioneer of everything this list (& the iBob list) supports. On Friday, February 9, 2024 at 11:04:09 AM UTC-7 CMR wrote: > Consider the $5 supporting good people, and also saving a phone call to

[RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

I did it in 2002, before I was on a Riv. I rode with a co-worker and this extended family group who all had Iowa ties and had been doing it for years. It was a total blast. A great experience rolling with thousands through intersections closed to cars by Iowa state troopers! We each took a

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville BagBoy SaddleSack

message sent On Sunday, December 31, 2023 at 11:34:13 AM UTC-7 lwt...@gmail.com wrote: > I've had this for about a year or more and only used it a handful of > times. Time to pass it on. > $140 plus $15 shipping CONUS. Or pick up in the Denver Area. Thanks > > > -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho vs. Nitto Albatross

I'm a Billie Bar convert thanks to a kind list member and prefer them for the extra hand position in front of the brake levers. Yes they could look nicer with some extra rise, I'd prefer to look at a swooped up bar than a tall stem but that doesn't impact my ride only my gaze when looking at my

Re: [RBW] Your Favorite V-Brake Pads?!

Thank you! On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 1:27:07 PM UTC-7 Nick Payne wrote: > Ditto on the Kool Stop City pads in salmon. That's what I'm using with the > V-brakes on my Appaloosa. As Steven says, they're short enough that they > don't hit the fork blades when opening the brake for wheel

Re: [RBW] Your Favorite V-Brake Pads?!

Has anyone heard an update on Grant's short brake pad project with Kool Stop? He wrote about it in a blog post years ago. I'm old school and use a fork mount roof rack or I remove my front wheel when loading into the back of my wagon. Being able to easily clear the pads with an inflated tire

[RBW] Re: Albatross Bars and stem size

On my 64cm Toyo Atlantis I went with a 13cm stem when I replaced my Noodles on a 10cm stem with Albas. It works great. Regarding shifters, I recently swapped out the Albas for Billy Bars and went with indexed Shimano trigger shifters instead of barends for the rear and really like that setup

[RBW] Re: WTB: F Pitlock Wheel Skewers

Thanks ROBs, I have found a pair. Atlantis 2 version 3.0 is almost complete. On Thursday, March 3, 2022 at 11:03:02 AM UTC-7 Glen wrote: > Before a place an order for a pair, I was wondering if anyone on here has > a pair of Pitlock wheel skewers that they are looking to part with. >

[RBW] WTB: F Pitlock Wheel Skewers

Before a place an order for a pair, I was wondering if anyone on here has a pair of Pitlock wheel skewers that they are looking to part with. Thanks Glen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: WTB: Billy Bar

PM UTC-5 Glen wrote: > >> I am in the process of a winter upgrade and before I rewrap a pair of >> albatross bars I am hoping someone has a Billy Bar in their parts stash >> that they would like to part with. >> >> Thanks >> > -- You received this mess

[RBW] WTB: Billy Bar

I am in the process of a winter upgrade and before I rewrap a pair of albatross bars I am hoping someone has a Billy Bar in their parts stash that they would like to part with. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FS: Bicycle Quarterly Back Issues

Sold pending $$$ Thank you On Friday, February 4, 2022 at 11:27:47 AM UTC-7 Glen wrote: > I have a pile of old BQ issues that I would like to pass along to another > reading rider. > > $100 plus actual media mail shipping PayPal F > > Please message off list I will update

[RBW] FS: Bicycle Quarterly Back Issues

I have a pile of old BQ issues that I would like to pass along to another reading rider. $100 plus actual media mail shipping PayPal F Please message off list I will update when sold Thanks Glen Issues included - #50 Winter 2014 to #75 Spring 2021 Vol 12 - 2, 3 & 4 winter 2013 to su

[RBW] Re: Salt Lake City Cycling Question

The only area I am aware of that goat heads are an issue is one section of the main north/south multi purpose trail (Jordan River Trail) and SLCo has an active eradication program. The trail is usually very clear of them but the shoulders can trap them in the cinders/gravel. Your current tires

[RBW] Re: Cameras for Biking

On Sunday, June 7, 2020 at 1:49:31 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > > What do you like, not like about what you are using? How do you haul it, > use it, etc? > > With abandon, > Patrick > > I was in the market for a smaller travel camera earlier this year and after a week of analysis

[RBW] Re: Sunglasses

Check out Smith glasses with interchangable lenses. Also, I have always found yellow lenses better for low light conditions than clear since they seem to increase contrast. Steep and Cheap has Smiths on sale quite often (just about always) and Smiths' warrantee and customer service is amazing.

[RBW] Re: How & when & why did you find Rivendell? What was your first bike or part from them?

On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 10:52:28 AM UTC-7, Pancake wrote: > > Leah's discussion about long wheel base led to a lot of interesting > discussions about how people found Rivendell. I'd like to know: > >- How you first found out about Rivendell? > > 1996 century ride swag bag included a

[RBW] Re: A Lesson: When buying a vehicle that will transport a Clem, measure twice and buy once.

On Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at 11:42:33 AM UTC-6, Paul Richardson wrote: > > 62 Ram in a 328i?!?that is amazing. >>> >> > I've fit my 64cm Ram and my wife's 54cm Bianchi along with 5 days worth of luggage in my 328i wagon, all below the window line with their wheels still on. -- You

[RBW] Re: Dogs on Rivs -- leash "wand"?

I used a walky dog with my last dog and she loved it. A 15 to 20 minute run at about 10mph every morning kept her very happy (i.e. less destructive) and forced me to get in some saddle time before work. She was a 65 pound very active shepherd mix who wanted greet any other dog she saw so I had

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

I had the same feeling before adding interrupter levers to my noodles. Now riding around town in traffic is just as nice on the noodles as the albas. On Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 10:34:37 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > My very specific reason for trying to make uprights work is I don't like

[RBW] Re: Bike Trainer Thoughts

I've had my Ram on a magnetic trainer numerous winters. Get yourself a "trainer" tire or you'll burn through a good road time in no time. As for slaying the mind numbing boredom, LOUD music has worked best for me and try to mix up your training with intervals. I highly recommend a protector

[RBW] Re: How Heidi Got Her Name and/or How Does Riv Name a Bike?

On Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 9:02:04 AM UTC-6, Kiley DeMond wrote: > > Gee, that's a grazer. How did Riv come up with that name? If the bike was > masculine, it might be named Ferdinand, as at least that is a grazer. > > Not the first example of Grant naming bikes after sheep - [image: No

[RBW] Re: In praise of Spur-cycles bells

I'm a recent Spur Cycle convert having picked up a blemish from their booth at NAHBS. It has replaced the Knog Oi that looks great but has a sorry tone. A Crane with hammer is on my wife's cruiser, it has a great tone and wound't change it. FYI, for the same $50 you can get a bell and help

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 5:51:57 PM UTC-6, Ray Varella wrote: > > I'd like to add another thought to this discussion, it has to do with > public radio vs mainstream corporate media. > snip > > The sterility of a streaming digital service will never rival that sort of > listening

[RBW] NAHBS?

Anyone planning on attending next weekend's show? Feel free to direct email me if you want some SLC advice on hotels, restaurants, skiing or other activities. We have one Riv dealer in town if you are looking for a shop. Saturday Cycles at the corner of 6th North and 3rd West is about a mile

[RBW] Re: Atlantis now redundant?

This versatility is one big joy of the Atlantis, I have Noodle and Albatross setups for mine and switch from time to time and it just works, The Noodle with interrupter brake levers may be the best of both worlds. On Friday, March 3, 2017 at 11:33:33 AM UTC-7, dougP wrote: > > Interesting.

[RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

On Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 2:29:09 PM UTC-7, Glen wrote: Steep and Cheap has Vice pedals along with some others on sale right now. > > $30 for the Vices > > There was a discussion about the Shimano A530s on here a while ago, they > are on sale too. > >

[RBW] PSA: VP Pedals on sale

Steep and Cheap has VP-001 and Vice along with some others on sale right now. $33 for the 001s and $30 for the Vices There was a discussion about the Shimano A530s on here a while ago, they are on sale too. www.steepandcheap.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Seeking clear, nose-breathing friendly over glasses goggles

they couldn't keep up with the many models of goggles. Glen in SLC where it just keeps snowing and snowing and the light is flat as can be... On Thursday, January 5, 2017 at 12:23:43 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Update: I have these on order (we'll see how they do). > https://www.amaz

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

For those of you with a Plus, can you run it with really fat 27.5 or 26 wheels as a snow bike? Mojo, have you ridden technical single track (Fruita or Moab) on it and if so how did it do? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I must be one of those that the X fits, I call it my "taint hammock" and it is by far the most comfortable saddle I've ever been on. B17 on my Atlantis with Albas and the X on my Noodled Ram. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 7:14:35 AM UTC-7, ian m wrote: > > I am honestly surprised people have

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Good news on your ACL, To save your Homer, get a cover to prevent your sweat from landing on it. Sweat can be corrosive and headsets really hate it as you will be leaning over the stem and headset while riding. Many are available including this on for $13.50 at Amazon http://a.co/bFqsSRY A

[RBW] Re: Big Bens on 700c Atlantis

I have been running 50mm Big Apples on Velocity Dyads under 60mm Berthoud fenders and they work great. FWIW I have a pair of brand new Big Bens for sale if you're interested. On Monday, September 5, 2016 at 2:53:43 PM UTC-6, Jeffrey B wrote: > > I'm considering new tires for a 64cm Toyo

Re: [RBW] Best way to remove lawyer lips

On Monday, September 5, 2016 at 12:13:02 PM UTC-6, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > And maybe it's the project I need to finally buy a dremel... > >> >> Fender stays, brake cable housing, etc., any job that needs a quick cut is perfect for a cordless Dremel -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS: Tires & Large Green Saddlesack

at 1:20:43 PM UTC-6, Glen wrote: > > I am cleaning out my garage and selling the following > > 1 large green saddlesack only used a handful of times and in like new > condition - $200 shipped to CONUS > > This bag is HUGE, needs a support. More bag than I need so it has to g

[RBW] Re: FS: Tires & Large Green Saddlesack

Bump, Everything still available except one pair of 650b Big Bens On Saturday, August 13, 2016 at 1:20:43 PM UTC-6, Glen wrote: > > I am cleaning out my garage and selling the following > > 1 large green saddlesack only used a handful of times and in like new > condition - $200 s

[RBW] FS: Tires & Large Green Saddlesack

I am cleaning out my garage and selling the following 1 large green saddlesack only used a handful of times and in like new condition - $200 shipped to CONUS This bag is HUGE, needs a support. More bag than I need so it has to go. New tires (Big Bens still have tags attached) I bought a

[RBW] Re: PSA: 64 cm Atlantis on Boulder Craigslist

That is a screaming deal for you long legged folks among us. I think that there was someone with a 95cm PBH looking for a bike just recently, my 64cm Fatlantis fits this 94cm PBH, short torsoed and long armed guy perfectly. On Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 9:56:03 AM UTC-6, Valerie Yates wrote:

[RBW] Re: FS - Tan Nigel Smith Loafers

Both bags have found new homes. > > -- 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,

[RBW] Re: FS - Tan Nigel Smith Loafers

I prefer to sell them as a set but if they don't move by Sunday I'll be glad to sell just the small. An offer for the large and there will be three happy people. On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 2:57:51 PM UTC-6, Conway Bennett wrote: > > I interested in just the small. I was actually getting

[RBW] FS - Tan Nigel Smith Loafers

Large only used a few times, looks like new. Small used a bit more but still looks great. $150 for both shipped to CONUS Paypal F or $155 standard Paypal Pictures upon request Glen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Campee 27f Front Rack

One last try before I go to Ben's The loafers will be going soon, let me know if you're interested before I post them separately On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 5:14:41 PM UTC-6, Glen wrote: > > I sadly missed the one up for sale here a couple of weeks ago. > > If you have one ga

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Campee 27f Front Rack

I sadly missed the one up for sale here a couple of weeks ago. If you have one gathering dust (with the detachable lower racks) and would like to part with it I'm very interested. Possible trade items include a set of tan front and back loafer bags. Please reply off list thank you -- You

[RBW] Nitto F25 Front Rack?

Has anyone seen or does anyone have one of these front racks? It looks like the perfect large rack for my Atlantis without mid-fork braze ons. I'd like to hear some reviews before spending $200 on one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Low-Profile Canti Recommendation.

It does interfere with the rack mounting hole. I had to use a different straddle wire with my Nitto M12. On Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 9:02:22 AM UTC-6, Lungimsam wrote: > > Can the cx70 brakes be used with a front rack or dies the cable > hanger/straddle wire get in the way? On RBW site the

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Bullmoose Dirt Tourer

He has featured an Atlantis before. This pretty one On Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 1:45:23 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > From the article I find the assertion kind of questionable that Rivendells > "most famous two

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

https://www.pipersandals.com/ I ride in these when I go open toed and have used them on river trips where they held up quite well but the leather does stretch if you're wading all day. I used to live in Chacos but the Pipers are much more comfortable and the sole is smaller so they rub less

Re: [RBW] Re: New to me Rambouillet, with photos

My blue Ram "fits" Jack Browns and SKS Long Boards under Tektro 539s but I wasn't very comfortable with the tight spacing. I"ll go to smaller tires before I remount the fenders. On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 3:44:47 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > My blue Ram would take 35s (at least,

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

On Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 6:47:15 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > You're right, though - definitely needs bigger tires. Let us know how > she likes it. > Or a classy set of fenders, yes it looks great. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: (OT) What Kind of Snowshoes Should I Get?

+1 on the MSR snowshoes. I got 15+ years out of a pair with little maintenance and the add a tail feature is fantastic for variable snow conditions. No tail for hard pack and screw on a tail for powder. check out www.steepandcheap.com for good snowshoe deals On Saturday, December 20, 2014

[RBW] It isn't winter yet

of this group and the self righteous I don't own a television thread has nothing to do with Rivendell bikes and those who ride them. Please stop. Go ride your bike or go skiing. Thank you, Glen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

[RBW] Re: Bar end vs. down tube shifting... What's your experience...

As a tall guy I never liked shifters on the down tube, way too far to reach. It took brifters to introduce me to bar ends, now i'm sold On Tuesday, December 16, 2014 10:09:21 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: If I love friction bar end shifting, will I find friction DT shifting just as easy and

[RBW] Help our SOs! Gift Ideas

Christmas gift ideas were easy 2 years ago when I was building my Atlantis. What are your bike/Rivish gift ideas to your wives/husbands/friends/etc? Right now I'm stuck at a good headlight for my Atlantis, what else have you? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Bike locks ?

Just use the Sheldon Method, locks both with one lock On Saturday, August 9, 2014 9:10:35 AM UTC-6, Dave wrote: For those that use pitlocks and a ulock: necessary to run the lock through frame and wheel, or just frame? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

If I'm in sandals they are Pipers http://www.pipersandals.com/ On Tuesday, March 11, 2014 12:08:00 PM UTC-6, Michael wrote: Next in the series What do Rivendell riders.. I know sandals are popular here for bike riding. So I was wondering what works well. Looking for somethingwith a

Re: [RBW] FS: 58 Rambouillet Green complete bike - $1400 shipped - bump and price drop

To further cloud your decision. I'm a long legged six-footer and ride a 64cm Ram. I wouldn't want it any smaller. On Monday, February 17, 2014 11:04:16 PM UTC-7, debra banks wrote: Thanks Leslie for this. My guy is a long-legged 6 footer. He has been riding an old Marin mtn bike with flat

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bike repair books?

Besides Lennard Zinn's book which I keep in the shop I rely on Park Tool's how to page http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help On Sunday, February 16, 2014 4:51:32 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Yes, that is where I saw the stem/butt issue. I usually check his page after reading up on the repair

[RBW] Re: Cable End Soldering

I used to used to end my cables with solder. I would place an iron on the cable at about a half inch from the end and the place the solder on the cut end and let it flow up the cable. It worked well. Make sure that there are no stray strands as they will stick out and you will get poked by that