[RBW] Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

I've stripped down my very grimy orange Rambouillet for a post-winter makeover. Another frame I bought recently that arrived in near pristine condition really highlighted how tired looking the Ram is. It has collected many chips and scratches. It also has some light damage in the form of chain

[RBW] eJoe

If you can dream it, you can do it. Walt Disney -- 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

[RBW] eJoe

An eJoe is in the works. Has anyone tried an eJoe? I think it's gonna be great. I'm mainly doing so to hull my son up Mt. Diablo on the Burley trailer bike so we can bike camp together. It's not gonna happen otherwise. I'll report back as things progress... likely a hub drive rear wheel kit.

Re: [RBW] Re: Ethics Question

I wouldn’t. You think she doesn’t care or wouldn’t notice. But something will be different, or something won’t work right. And then you’ll have to explain why you fiddled with her bike for no good reason. Don’t ask me how I know. Just don’t do it. Greg Oakland -- You received this

[RBW] Re: WTB Shimano 9 speed STI shifters

I can't vouch for them personally but I have read that the Sora R3000 9spd shifters are pretty good considering their price point. Not fancy looking but they do apparently perform well. KJ On Friday, February 22, 2019 at 5:08:27 PM UTC-8, dylan alverson wrote: > > Looking to try out

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

, for that matter) highly enough! On Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 5:49:19 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > "J": didn't you get slush buildup under your fenders? I use similar (SKS 65s) > over my (minimal tread) Big Ones, and got annoying though not inhibiting > rubbing at the bottom of th

Re: [RBW] Re: Mark's Rack on skinny tired bike

42mm struts used in install. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam angled dropouts - first principles?

One thing that I never understood about the design Riv ended up with is compensating for the variable angles as a result of the wheel change. It appears with their angled dropout* design a wheel closer to the seat tube steepens the ST and HT angle while a wheel farther away from the seat tube

[RBW] Re: Wide range 3-speed QB refurbished

What a wacky arrangement, I love it. How many tooths in the back? KJ On Thursday, February 7, 2019 at 8:48:52 AM UTC-8, James Warren wrote: > > > I first set this up this way in 2005. I recently made it better with a > Suntour microdrive crank with chainrings of 42-32-20 and an old (AF) front

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

WOW. Very nice. A fair price and then some! KJ On Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 5:22:29 PM UTC-8, Eric Karnes wrote: > > Hi guys- > > > So I don’t know if there is any interest in this bike. But if so, I > figured this (and iBob) would be the forum for it. > > > Up for sale is my Hanford

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Aftermath of a wet Ram ride a few weeks back. Love this bike. KJ -- 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: daily post ur riv

Aftermath of a wet Ram ride a few weeks back. Love this bike. [image: IMG_5731.JPG] KJ On Friday, February 1, 2019 at 11:29:13 AM UTC-8, Adam Leibow wrote: > > hi all, i want to create a thread where you just post a picture of your > rivendell(s) whenever you feel like it. hope this is OK w/

Re: [RBW] WTB 54 quickbeam

Thanks for the distinction Ted. I must have confused something and had the SO correctly on my no thanks list, but for the wrong reason. > On Jan 27, 2019, at 9:01 PM, ted wrote: > > Just FYI the SO ended up being canti / v brake. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Fun Day w/ Joe A.

We're getting more amped for spring to arrive. Here's a sample of Joe helping us prepare. The boy got a kick out of picking "sunflowers" on today's venturing. https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1-4j59r1rHERg0DHIjzy_k7azyQNk10LD -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] WTB 54 quickbeam

Maybe a longshot but does anyone have a size 54 quickbeam sitting around? And can it be grey? A 56 is too large thank you and I want the cantilever brakes so an SO is not my fancy either. I need a new commute bike and until I find another Bridgestone 56 CBO or CB1 this is what I'm after.

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet Refresh

Lovely! Great choice on the colour :-) KJ On Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 1:37:49 AM UTC-8, Fullylugged wrote: > > Let me know if this one is better: > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/5pMUAKTpHnkArUKs7 > > I used the "create link" function this time. Put the headset on > yesterday afternon

[RBW] Shimano DYNO Hubs and Less Rotational Spin

I have a couple Shimano DYNO wheels. I just noticed after several years of riding that when you plug in the light the wheel's rotational spin velocity decreases. Is that how it's designed? What's the cause? Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Heads Up: NOS Wilbury on cList

Gorgeous On Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 9:58:28 AM UTC-8, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > TLDR: 52cm, $2000 > > > https://westernmass.craigslist.org/bik/d/rivendell-mixte-wilbury-glorius-frame/6798662656.html > > > From the ad: > “Rivendell Mixte - Wilbury - Frame & Fork 52 cm New In Box > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Various part - Shimano, Nitto, Suntour, etc.

Sales pending on the Suntour FDs, Nitto stem and chainguard. KJ On Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at 8:51:24 PM UTC-8, Kieran J wrote: > > > Hi all, > > Another effort to clean out some unused items from parts bin. Prices > include shipping in Canada/USA unless indicated otherwis

[RBW] FS: Various part - Shimano, Nitto, Suntour, etc.

Hi all, Another effort to clean out some unused items from parts bin. Prices include shipping in Canada/USA unless indicated otherwise. Sorry if prices seem high but they include $$ Canadian shipping :-/. Also, customary sorry for the cross-post to iBOB list. - MKS Sylan touring pedals.

[RBW] FS: Various parts - Shimano, Nitto, Suntour, etc.

Hi all, Another effort to clean out some unused items from parts bin. Prices include shipping in Canada/USA unless indicated otherwise. Sorry if prices seem high but they include $$ Canadian shipping :-/. Also, customary sorry for the cross-post to iBOB list. - MKS Sylan touring pedals.

[RBW] Re: Mark's Rack on skinny tired bike

Thanks, Andy. The stem is the Nitto Hi-Riser Riv sells. The color is growing on me, so we'll see. I'm pretty happy with ride feel. It's a '87 Schwinn Prelude frame. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Mark's Rack on skinny tired bike

Might give it a go then, 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 post to this group, send

[RBW] Mark's Rack on skinny tired bike

I built this road frame up because it's winterish here and I like to have projects going most of the time anyway. I've got a Mark's Rack I could put on this and I am pro utilitarian riding. But a front rack w/ basket on a 25mm tired wheel? Maybe too thin, right? Max tire width up front is 28mm

[RBW] WTT: Brooks B67 Antique Brown for B17

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[RBW] Re: Free for shipping - Orange Rambouillet fork

On Friday, December 28, 2018 at 4:50:07 PM UTC-8, pb wrote: > Free to good home, orange Rambouillet fork, not perfect, but very good.  > Steerer is 24.5cm; threading runs 4.3cm measured from top of steerer. > > > > I was given the fork by a bob lister, and I no longer have the Ram, nor ever >

[RBW] Re: Hats Off To...

On Sunday, December 9, 2018 at 3:43:06 PM UTC-8, Jock Dewey wrote: > ...all you folks like Josh Imler...who respect the working bicycle and are > happy to spend the $$$ to make really artful yet useful machines and support > all the good guys out there who make them. > > > We live in a small

[RBW] Too Easy

The nursery is a block from our house. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1txQEdxsFjW_vGIlmrA5YmbUAt0EtLO8e/view?usp=drivesdk -- 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] WTT: Brooks B67 Antique Brown for B17

I've got a B67 that's not seen much use, never rained on, very good condition. Looking for a B17, open to color variants but dig the Apple green. PM off list if interested in pics/discussion. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

Thanks for the ride report, Collin. One of these days, I may do the exact same ride myself (I'm in Oakland also). I've been to some of those places but not by bike. best, Greg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] PSA: 59CM Green Custom/Long-Low

59cm Riv for sale over on Pinkbike in Colorado. $3k price is optimistic. Nice to look at though. Possibly my fav type of green for a bike! https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/2467422/?directtofirstphoto KJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: FS: Various Parts - Sugino, Brand V, Rivet, etc.

Deore arms, XT hub and Trek headbadges now gone. What remains: - MKS Sylan touring pedals. Good shape, bearings need some grease. $15. - Sugino Alpina 2 double crankset. 165mm, 110 BCD. Original fancy CNC'd 48/34 rings in excellent shape. $85. - Thomson Elite 1-1/8th threadless stem.

[RBW] Re: FS: Various Parts - Sugino, Brand V, Rivet, etc.

Rivet and Riv bag sold. Send me an offer on multiple items! KJ On Sunday, October 28, 2018 at 5:58:37 PM UTC-7, Kieran J wrote: > > > > Hi, > > I have a few parts dug out of the drawers that may be of interest to some. > All prices do NOT include shipping. I can ship

[RBW] FS: Various Parts - Sugino, Brand V, Rivet, etc.

Hi, I have a few parts dug out of the drawers that may be of interest to some. All prices do NOT include shipping. I can ship to Canada and the US via Canada Post/USPS. - MKS Sylan touring pedals. OK shape, bearings need some grease. $15. - Sugino Alpina 2 double crankset.

[RBW] Re: 68cm Rambouillet

Beauty! Looks utterly spotless. KJ On Friday, October 26, 2018 at 9:51:28 AM UTC-7, Lon Payne wrote: > > Hey folks--I am about to put my 68cm Rambouillet up for sale on Craigslist > (Sacramento area) and potentially ebay, but before I do that, I wanted to > check in with this group to see if

[RBW] Re: Help me build my Roadeo, Part 2, CRANKSET

Some info about your desired gearing would probably help with suggestions. Are you thinking traditional road, like 53/39t? "Compact", as in 50/34t? Sub-compact? Personally, I like a 44/28t ring combo and farily low-Q on my road bike, which really narrows down the options. KJ On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Help me build my new Roadeo. Part I, Wheels.

I have two wheelsets with the polished TB14s. All 32h. Great rims, definitely recommend those. Go with some Ultegra or DA hubs if you can find a suitable pair in silver/polished that supports 11spd. They are tough to beat. Some polished White Industries hubs would be my pick if there was extra

[RBW] Chainstay and kickstand protection ideas using Newbaum's

I've found when you're twineing to bare metal the strength of hold is much less, but with a layer of tape the twine has something to bite. https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1Y_40BKeYdAei3Cgt5ygNC17AuI59nyYC The bare metal wrap lasted a couple of weeks at best. The taped n twined way has

[RBW] FYI: Sunrace 8sp cassettes

I'm running this cassette with the mountain tamer 18t, 26t, and something else up front with kid hauling confidence. Save your knees. Pic - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Co-xTxDbxL5dQJ4KxyrA-OCbc4f4A2G/view?usp=drivesdk -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] WTB: Nitto choco bars

Hello all, I want to try out the Chocobar. I think it has the lease rise and least forward extension of all the Albatross like bars. Does anyone have one of these sitting around that they want to part with? Let’s chat offlist. Jason In San Francisco -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Colossal Wald Basket

Get a load of this behemoth. Pics here Same width as the big Bosco bars. I think you could lug a Labrador in there. I bought it to hold my kid's school papers, looks like we'll be good for a couple years worth of hoarding.

[RBW] Re: Roadeo Future?

That would be a real shame if the Roadeo was stretched and stoutened. There's a strange and increasing homogeneity happening with Rivbikes that has gobbled up nearly all of their models. I don't really understand the point of having half a dozen products that are more or less identical. For

Re: [RBW] Re: Billie bar / choco bar

> Getting Hungry Nitto made stems ... they're my new favorite). > > Also: In a side by side comparison the Billie flares just slightly more than > the Choco as well, which, I'm also looking forward to. > > Here's a pic of the current Choco set up - I expect to switch it out for the

Re: [RBW] Billie bar / choco bar

Thanks Joe, That was my thinking too. Looks like the Billie is in between in terms of rise. Billie is also wider... because the handles go back further? Good to know that functionally they are familiar. That is what i was hoping to find. > On Oct 3, 2018, at 12:12 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: >

[RBW] Billie bar / choco bar

Hello rivsters, I have been looking for a new upright bar. I love love love albatross bars with the handles angled down about 10° - that is the end of the bars point toward the rear hub. What are peoples experience with the billie and choco bars? They look similar to albatross but with less

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

Well, there ya go. 9-6-9 after all for mine. Huh! KJ On Friday, January 26, 2018 at 1:48:03 PM UTC-8, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Please only those who have ridden both: > > > I own a blue Ram. > Gonna be any noticeable ride diffs if I get a Roadeo? > I do road riding with light loads. > Just

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

Too bad I didn't have my Ram at the Unmeeting. I've always assumed it's OS 8-5-8 but since it's the biggest size, I'd sure like confirmation. Maybe some day :-D KJ On Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at 11:02:52 AM UTC-7, Reed Kennedy wrote: > > Grant describes the differences between the Romulus and

[RBW] Re: PSA- Rambouillet FS in Boston

That one was offered to the group a little while back: https://groups.google.com/forum/... KJ On Saturday, September 29, 2018 at 6:39:23 PM UTC-7,

[RBW] New Rosco Cargo Mixte

Well done. For kid hauling playground stomping it's a home run. -- 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: Blue Joe Appaloosa F/F/HS 62cm

Recently considered a swap of my own light blue Joe. On second thought I'm not able to part ways. I put some choco-moose bars on a few months ago and don't see how a bike could fit me any better for my general riding needs. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Disc Rambouillet?

Thanks for the info William. That you got a whole new fork is good to know. Not really a surprise, but it probably kills my idea. KJ On Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 12:12:56 PM UTC-7, William! wrote: > > I added disc tabs to my Atlantis after a crash with a car ruined the fork > and some

[RBW] Re: Disc Rambouillet?

I hear that. I won't consider selling the frame, and the bike you describe in a ~67cm size with similar ride characteristics and any kind of personality would mean custom, thus around $2k pricetag. Granted, I don't know what builders charge for adding disc mounts. The frame needs some other

[RBW] Disc Rambouillet?

All this talk about Rams and 650b conversions has me thinking: is it a crazy idea to add disc mounts to my Ram? It would open up the possibility of 584x48 and fenders, while also preserving the option of reverting back to 700x35 sans fenders. Any words of caution on this? KJ -- You received

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

I just grabbed a pair of 28mm Gravel King Slicks during the eBay discount day. Need to downsize my Ram's tires to accommodate the winter fender situation. They have some flat protection. Check out the Vittoria Corsa G offerings for something more dainty. KJ On Thursday, September 27, 2018 at

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Goldie right here. Love my orange 68 Ram, despite its shortcomings. I'd add a 67cm sage green Legolas if I could.. I could also backwards-compute to a protozoa and accept a 700c All-Rounder with that dead sexy headbadge. Yes please! KJ On Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 4:55:34 PM UTC-7,

[RBW] Re: FS - '86 Schwinn Le Tour Frame & Fork - $200

* it would work out, but I don't have any size 650b rims to try it on. Contact off list if interested. On Sunday, September 9, 2018 at 11:43:05 AM UTC-7, J Imler wrote: > > Price drop, now $150.00 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

[RBW] Re: Two Orange Rams in the Wild

Hey Luke - what fenders are those? I'm guessing the P45 Longboards? KJ On Monday, September 17, 2018 at 7:52:52 AM UTC-7, Luke wrote: > > [image: Ram2.jpeg] > > > From the Assenmacher 100 last month in Flint, MI - a ride is always better > with another Riv! > > (this is not my photo - but my

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse crank wobble/deflection issue(?)

Or that Sugino OX one: https://www.suginoltd.co.jp/us/products/road/ox.html. KJ On Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 4:37:37 PM UTC-7, Michael Doleman wrote: > > > https://store.interlocracing.com/loacr.html > > > On Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 4:27:14 PM UTC-7, Reed Kennedy wrote: >> >>

[RBW] PSA - Red AHH

I've seen this bike myself at the local hardware store. It reminded me of Christmas. One of a kind as far as I know. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/rivendell-l2010-homer-hilson/6696038166.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] FS - '86 Schwinn Le Tour Frame & Fork - $200

Price drop, now $150.00 -- 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] FS - '86 Schwinn Le Tour Frame & Fork - $200

I'm selling Frosty the step-through as it's a little too small. I'm bummed because it's a very nice ride and now has me set on a properly fitted mixte/step-through. I'm 6'0" and the height was fine with the Hi-Riser stem but the length at what I think is 55cm was verified during my campout last

[RBW] Re: How do Rivendells fare fenderless on dry salty winter roads?

I would NEVER ride any bike that was special to me in the winter on salted roads, wet or dry. That is a death sentence for your drive train, and possibly your steel or aluminum frame over the long run. If your commute is 22 miles, your bike will suffer. It takes no time for the lower half of

[RBW] Mt Diablo Campout

My mate and I went up Mt Diablo for a Sunday night campout. Loaded up Frosty the step-through and my bud hauled my make shift trailer with his gear on his roadie. Climbing over 2k feet with such a load wasn't easy. Sun was on us too for a majority of the time. It was all worth it though once

[RBW] Re: 2000 All Rounder

Lovely. What are the differences between the two that led to the mutually-attractive swap? KJ On Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 10:17:35 AM UTC-7, MartyG wrote: > > New to me via a FFHS swap with another member here: my 64cm Toyo-built > Atlantis for his 63cm Curt Goodrich-built All Rounder.

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet purchase

I agree with the other comments. I think the Rambouillet is a tremendous value these days, because it is not as fashionable, with their caliper brakes and level top tubes. Riv seems to have evolved in their design away from this look. But they can fit pretty wide tires (35-ish) and handle

[RBW] CL outing: NIB Sam Hillborne Frame $899 OBO

I'll pick it up and drop off at a local bike flights shop for $200.00 if needed. PM off list. -- 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] Kid Hauling

Hi Group, I've been semi-busy this summer with some tinkering plans I've had in mind for a time. Over the last couple months I've been able to add a Mountain Tamer Triple to two of my bikes and I'm loving that. I also converted our Trek trailer

[RBW] Re: Adding Canti mounts to a Ram???

I have an orange Ram and compared to what others have described with theirs, it does seem like mine has slightly lower brake and fender bridges in the rear. The fork has slightly more clearance, with the pads further down in the slots. it can really only accommodate 700x30s and fenders in the

[RBW] Re: Jack Brown green/Cypres/Compass 32/ impressions?

I can't believe how much premium tires cost these days. Most LBSs have the upper-end Conti and Michelin tires - some are over CAD$100 each. I'm lucky I don't ride crazy mileage - I couldn't afford to! KJ On Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 2:16:48 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Thanks for the

[RBW] Re: Jack Brown green/Cypres/Compass 32/ impressions?

I rode the JBGs before getting a set of Gen. 1 Barlow Passes. Jack Browns are good tires - the Compass offerings have led people to get supple-snotty and poo poo the JBs, but I think they are great tires with a lovely ride. 32-33mm is about perfect for road riding, IMO. KJ On Tuesday, August

[RBW] Re: MIT Roadeo coming?

I pine daily for an OS 7/4/7 phattie-tire road bike in 67cm. It would look approximately like a Roadeo. Perhaps one day my dream will come true. KJ On Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at 3:41:45 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Oops... correction: > Roadeo tubing is even lighter than I thought, at

[RBW] Re: Kool Stop Thinline Rounded Nut

Like Wally, I also save the hardware from old pads, and I'm pretty sure I have those in my parts bin. I'll check too. As someone else said, it's just a metric nut, so you could just go old school with a wrench and a nut. Greg On Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 6:50:02 AM UTC-7, jandrews wrote: > >

[RBW] Thoughts on Space Behind Seat Tube on LWB Bikes

I was able to jam my tent (sans poles) into that space on my Clem and it held fast with some creative use of an Irish strap! That said, I’d love to know more about bags that’ll fit the space. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: 23-tooth 74bcd chainring

Or a 94/58. KJ On Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at 2:11:34 PM UTC-7, Garth wrote: > > > I'd pass. If I really needed lower gearing I'd get a 104/64 mtb triple > which can go down to 22t, though I've seen some 20t. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

Ooh ooh ooh, can we do vegetarians vs. flesh-eaters next? Puuuhlease? That one's my super-fav! :-S KJ On Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at 1:28:44 PM UTC-7, Christopher Murray wrote: > > As a group made up of individuals, can we all just agree to let this > thread die? If you just HAVE to post one

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

This goes to show there's a Dick in every crowd .. KJ On Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 10:59:48 AM UTC-7, Richard wrote: > > Viva De Niro!!?? > > Apparently Grant is in full agreement with De Niro's vulgar, classless > attack on the president. That's fine, he's entitled to his opinion. Me, I'm >

[RBW] Re: Selle Anatomica X series saddles

I've been riding two SA (non-X) saddles on my commuter and road bikes for years. It's the Lay-Z-Boy of leather saddles. I keep trying to transition to a modern road saddle but keep going back to the SAs like an old pair of comfy jeans. They are not super durable - the one on my commuter is

[RBW] Re: Way Cool Swift Campout Video

Nice! My wife and I did our first bike camping together during the Swift Campout, joining about 50 other folks for a ride-'n-camp on the Sunshine Coast west of Vancouver. Our gear setup needs work, but it was an awesome time nonetheless. Gonna make a habit of it, I think :-) KJ On Monday,

[RBW] Re: Other annoying threads

Same here. Thanks Laing! KJ On Friday, June 22, 2018 at 12:23:12 PM UTC-7, phil k wrote: > > A new day, a new thing learned again for me. > > On Friday, June 22, 2018 at 2:42:20 PM UTC-4, lconley wrote: >> >> Every time you change the battery in an electric car, you have a >> relatively large

[RBW] Re: PSA Ram on Ebay

Wow, that's a shame for an NOS frame. The seat cluster is pretty bad. No doubt it could be stripped and restored but as Lum says, that would add $$ and extra effort. KJ On Friday, June 22, 2018 at 6:15:40 AM UTC-7, Ana Candela wrote: > > Here’s a link to the photos:

[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant

Hats off to Grant for taking a position and speaking out. The 'issue that shalt not be named' is truly horrifying, and the problem is not fixed. It's gut-check time for America right now, and opportunities to find common ground should be a priority. Y'all need to talk to each other more, not

[RBW] Re: PSA Ram on Ebay

Pretty sure that's a 68cm. Paging all those that offered to buy mine - now's your chance! Plenty of listers in that area, someone would facilitate I'm sure. Maybe I'll buy it ... KJ On Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 11:57:36 AM UTC-7, Jonathan D. wrote: > > If someone is in Seattle this could be

[RBW] 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

I was in a similar situation when I bought my 58 Joe. My PBH was in the 87/88 realm so my saddle height was about like yours, a 76ish mark. Riv staff placed me initially on a 55, but with my long dangly arms I felt cramped. The 58 was definitely a better feel size wise; one caveat to that is

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

what are listed on the Bombadil geometry chart, which I believe > applies to the earlier "original" Bombadils which had double top tubes in > the larger sizes instead of the diagatube. > > Laing > > > On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 4:02:29 PM UTC-4, Kier

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Is there any reason to believe longer (i.e., Riv-long) chainstays would be a good feature on an MTB? Didn't the Bombadil have relatively short ones? Many rigid MTB builders such as Waltworks insist on shorter stays. Now, MTB can include many variations of riding off-road, so I suppose there

[RBW] Step-Thru Build, Big Front Rack, plus Nitto Hi-Riser Praise

is set up for friction shifting. If you haven't tapped something, you should try it. Oh, a Dremel made easy work of grinding off the tabs. <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J-7_eGVgoKU/WxSICVItZ3I/IkA/mh12ruf1SnoBKSe1xek8LiXqyHAkCkK6wCLcBGAs/s1600/20180603_114912.jpg> <ht

[RBW] Re: FS Carsick wax canvas panniers, $50 plus shipping

I'll take 2nd in line, if Stephen passes. Kieran On Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 10:17:33 PM UTC-7, boomer wrote: > > I don't believe Carsick makes these anymore. This is a pair of grey wax > canvas with nylon fabric liner. Fold down enclosure with buckle. All in > great shape, used for one

[RBW] Help me remove my Ergon grip

I stripped a hex key style crank arm dust cap recently. I think I used a paperclip or something slim to wedge in along with the wrench. It worked. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] PSA: 60cm orange Rambouillet complete $1450

Seen on the Paceline forum. Seller is open to negotiation. https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=222646 KJ -- 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

[RBW] Re: Riding without fenders on Rivs reviews needed.

I like that Sam too! Kind of the polished, more esteemed twin to Manny's roughneck-delinquent Hillborne. Bizarro-sams. KJ -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Billie Bar initial review

Zed, thanks for the detailed response and measurements. Just what I needed! Diego Los Angeles -- 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: Riding without fenders on Rivs reviews needed.

It is! Sometimes I think about getting a thin-walled superlight "planey" frame made, then take the Boo-Yay out for a spin and shrug that idea off a little longer :-P KJ On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 1:53:29 PM UTC-7, Abcyclehank wrote: > > K > Is that a 68cm Ram in the famous pearl orange? Not

[RBW] Re: Riding without fenders on Rivs reviews needed.

even with my correctly, neurotically mounted Honjos and nice J > rain gear. > That stuff works great in light rains. But I get soaked to the bone in > anything heavier anyway. Sometimes I feel anxious about the risk of > rack/fender failures, so I check them to keep everything snugged

[RBW] Re: Billie Bar initial review

For those of you who have tried this bar, would you say it's reach back is a little longer than Boscos? Inquiring minds would like to know, Diego pre-june gloom, los angeles, ca On Monday, May 21, 2018 at 9:32:44 PM UTC-7, Brett Callahan wrote: > > Ive received mine and will add my first

[RBW] Re: Wider Bars, Shorter Stem? Switched to 48cm Noodles.

I'm running the 48 Noodles on my Rambouillet, using a 70mm Technomic. I wanted to a shorter stem because I'm using brifters and wanted a comfortable reach for riding primarily on the hoods with shifting and braking at hand. The Noodles have relatively long ramps. When I was using the

[RBW] Quickbeam: favorite tires?

I wore a few sets of Ruffy Tuffies to the casing on my Quickbeam, great tires. But it looks like they’re not around anymore. It might be apples to oranges but I’m running some wide 650b Gravelkings on my Clem and love them so much that’d I’d get a set of them for a 700c bike in a heartbeat, so

[RBW] Re: New Bar(s) Availability?

Seems available now! https://www.rivbike.com/collections/handlebars/products/z-handlebar-nitto-billie-bar-580-x-25-4-rbw-31 On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 7:10:03 AM UTC-7, David B wrote: > > Anyone know when the Billie and Wavie bar will be available for purchase? > I love my Albatross bars,

[RBW] Frosty the Step- thru

Not entirely done but nearly done. https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1JA2ZlNKchFy6puY_O-xBGmotUY0sZv4O -- 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] FS: Sakae cranks, Suntour derailers, coin purses, etc.

I'd like these - SunRace cheapie thumbies Riv used to sell, ratchety friction, these things work absurdly well for how cheap they are, 10$ Pm shortly -- 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: PSA: Tall 63cm A. Homer Hilsen FS on Hudson Valley CL

Needs some puffy tires ASAP! KJ On Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 2:56:39 AM UTC-7, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > I do not know the poster, never seen the bike. Although I ride in that > neck of the woods often, it's rare to see other cyclists on most of my > routes. > > >

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