Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

2024-05-09 Thread JohnS
Thank you Eric for the feedback, that is a Swift. I have another one on my '82 Sequoia. They are my favorite saddle for my drop bar bikes replacing the Selle Anatomica X. The pics were taken with my Velo Orange Camp Snap camera (grainy quality is a feature, I suppose). JohnS On Wednesday, May

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

2024-05-07 Thread JohnS
Sorry about that Eric, please try this one... https://photos.app.goo.gl/wEEVfGiR2Z2j8Bft7 On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 9:47:48 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > JohnS: I clicked the link and got a 404. Would love to see the Bolt, those > are really sweet bikes. > > Steve: Than

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

2024-05-04 Thread JohnS
just the right parts. JohnS My shop and Crust LB-canti. <https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipMPzXkRd4nKLjJTU4dW3810G960Bn2S-HIJ0OCs> On Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:00:47 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks everyone for watchin'! > > Marty: The Match Game was befor

[RBW] Re: how wide of wheels and tires will a specialized seqoia handle

2024-04-03 Thread JohnS
. I'm very happy with my Sequoia, nice neutral handling, smooth ride and descends well. FWIW, I've heard people on the 650B list like to convert the Sequoia to 650b, so 38 or even a 42 may fit. Good luck, JohnS On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 2:09:27 PM UTC-4 boru...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Question about rear brake cable housing routing with low friction on a Clem

2024-04-02 Thread JohnS
+1 for Universal Cycles, they are my go to for Jagwire cables, SRAM chains and other mundane parts that I use when rebuilding a bike. Also always impressed with the creative use of brake cable noodles. As I recall someone posted using one at the stem or some such. JohnS On Tuesday, April 2

[RBW] Re: WTB 26" Front Wheel with Generator Hub

2024-03-30 Thread JohnS
Thank Ian for the links. I'm pressed by all the lighting options they have! JohnS On Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 11:15:44 AM UTC-4 Ian A wrote: > John, > > Since 2013, have bought from bike24.de, rose.de and bike-discount.de in > Germany. All have been excellent. My last order

[RBW] Re: WTB 26" Front Wheel with Generator Hub

2024-03-28 Thread JohnS
Thank you Ian, the quality of the hub is something to consider. You mention ordering from German sites, is there one or two that you can recommend? JohnS On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 5:39:10 PM UTC-4 Ian A wrote: > Just be aware that is a fairly low end dynamo in the Shimano ra

[RBW] Re: WTB 26" Front Wheel with Generator Hub

2024-03-27 Thread JohnS
Even better! And they have a ton of stuff on sale, so I could add socks, gloves or a jersey to the box and won't impact the shipping. JohnS On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 4:42:39 PM UTC-4 mathiass...@gmail.com wrote: > >> so the total price will be between 125 and 130 Euro; a E

[RBW] Re: WTB 26" Front Wheel with Generator Hub

2024-03-27 Thread JohnS
swapping rims isn't too hard, so I was going to give it a try if needed. JohnS On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 1:28:58 PM UTC-4 NYCbikeguy wrote: > You seem to be savvy in wheel building. I have a disk brake dynamo in gold > currently laced to a 700c rim with machined sidewall for rim brak

[RBW] WTB 26" Front Wheel with Generator Hub

2024-03-27 Thread JohnS
exception would be the Sanyo hub, I've read that it has noticeable drag. Please reply directly to me if you have one to unload. Thank you, JohnS -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

Re: [RBW] I have questions

2024-03-20 Thread JohnS
ngle track. Good luck, JohnS On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 12:21:08 PM UTC-4 J wrote: > You don't say which Gravel King model you are using, but I see in your > Philly post that you have Ultradynamico Cava tires on your bike. So maybe > you run the file tread GK? Anyhow, I rode throu

[RBW] Re: Video: Repairing Pam Murray's Silver shifters

2024-03-09 Thread JohnS
Thank you Eric for sharing! All good advice. Nothing worse than a small part falling on the shop floor and spending untold time groping around looking for it. JohnS PS - Which bike are you bringing to the Expo? On Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 11:43:53 AM UTC-5 Pam Bikes wrote: > I'm bey

[RBW] Re: Frame and parts sale

2024-02-19 Thread JohnS
Hello Edward, How much for the Corgi? I know, priceless :) JohnS On Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 10:15:21 PM UTC-5 edwardb...@gmail.com wrote: > > > On Sun, Feb 18, 2024 at 6:59 PM Edward Garnica > wrote: > >> Making some bike changes and listing the followi

[RBW] Re: Crankset/BB question

2024-02-16 Thread JohnS
need adjusting since the chainrings may not be exactly at the same locations as with the original cranks. Good luck, JohnS On Friday, February 16, 2024 at 1:52:24 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Generally speaking, anybody who wants to do new mechanical maneuvers, and > has the will to pu

Re: [RBW] Brevet #2 of 2024, this time on my Legolas

2024-02-11 Thread JohnS
Congrats Bill on completing your 1st 200K this year in 9 hours and loosing 12 pounds. I'm sure being that much lighter helped going up the hills. JohnS On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 2:23:03 AM UTC-5 Steven Sweedler wrote: > Nice ride Bill, I enjoy your very readable write ups. > &g

Re: [RBW] OK to post non Rivendell bikes for sale here?

2024-01-18 Thread JohnS
You would probably hit a more suitable audience over at The Radavist, Rad Bazaar. No cost to buy, but you have to be a member to post things for sale. https://radbazaar.theradavist.com/ JohnS On Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 7:39:35 AM UTC-5 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks Bill, I will

[RBW] Re: If you plan to get a Roaduno..,

2024-01-17 Thread JohnS
Maybe a 2 speed kick back hub with coaster brake would make sense? No cables, simple set up. https://www.sturmey-archer.com/en/products/detail/s2c-silver JohnS On Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 6:25:47 AM UTC-5 iamkeith wrote: > On Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 1:54:57 PM UTC-7 aeroperf wr

Re: [RBW] Re: 90s Road Double paired with 11-36 9 speed rear cassette

2023-12-27 Thread JohnS
://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news/wills-65cm-cuevas?_pos=24&_sid=0ac774f30&_ss=r https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/tach.php#alize Good luck and happy trails, JohnS On Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 4:16:08 PM UTC-5 pi...@gmail.com wrote: > 11t sprockets are not useless when you have a 1x drivetrain. I

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day—Retirement Bike

2023-12-26 Thread JohnS
for it's versatility and comfort. Happy Holidays, JohnS On Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 9:25:40 AM UTC-5 thalasin wrote: > That mudflap is spectacular! Beautiful bike and thanks for sharing the > story. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: Coaster Brakes for a Beachy Clem Build

2023-12-20 Thread JohnS
/products/eccentric-bottom-bracket-bsa https://www.universalcycles.com/search.php?q=half+link JohnS On Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 8:48:23 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Cyclofiend Jim > > I think your eyes skipped over the words "coaster brake" (aka a foot-brake > re

[RBW] Re: 1st world commuting dilemma

2023-12-09 Thread JohnS
with you by providing cost estimates for racks or bike lockers. Good luck and happy trails, JohnS On Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 4:40:40 PM UTC-5 kiziria...@gmail.com wrote: > Leah and others, > > There are a plethora of cycle-specific products you can find that are > designed to hi

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

2023-12-03 Thread JohnS
ts of them). JohnS On Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 3:56:38 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > It's threadless. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 12:31:27 PM UTC-8 Eamon Nordquist wrote: > >> Damn, Bill! That's going to be a dream bike. Maybe

[RBW] Re: "Trust, but Verify"

2023-11-23 Thread JohnS
Thank you Jim for the reminder and thank you for being our admin/moderator. Much appreciated. BTW, Happy Thanksgiving everyone! JohnS On Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 1:11:02 PM UTC-5 Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > Putting on the admin cap this morning: > > I had a couple of members

[RBW] Re: Grips appreciation post

2023-11-20 Thread JohnS
I found these ODI soft X longneck grips on Blue Lug and really like them on Albatross bars. There available else were. https://global.bluelug.com/odi-soft-x-longneck-grip-army-green.html JohnS On Monday, November 20, 2023 at 1:15:15 PM UTC-5 northfaring wrote: > Looking for some grip in

Re: [RBW] Re: Problem solvers front cable hanger?

2023-11-17 Thread JohnS
plate/hanger. That would nice! JohnS On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 5:16:32 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > One factor in reducing front brake cable friction is a gradual, "natural" > bend in the housing between its exit from the bar tape (aero levers, of > course) and wher

[RBW] Re: Silver shifter repair

2023-11-17 Thread JohnS
Looks good! It shouldn't come loose, nothing is acting on it to loosen it. JohnS On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 11:19:14 PM UTC-5 MTR wrote: > Posting my repair > > I used the smallest sheet metal screw I could find at Ace 3/32 inch and > the matching drill bit to drill p

[RBW] Re: Silver shifter repair

2023-11-14 Thread JohnS
That's what I would do. I don't think there's any other options. JohnS On Monday, November 13, 2023 at 10:04:11 PM UTC-5 MTR wrote: > I have a set Dia Comp knockoff silver shifters that have partially broken, > I was wondering if anybody had any ideas on how to fix them. See the >

Re: [RBW] Re: Best way to arrange 2-cog manual shifting for "single speed" disc braked bicycle

2023-10-19 Thread JohnS
Hello Patrick, Did anyone mention the All City Nature Box 853 SSCX disk brake bike? The rear disk brake mount is slotted to allow for alignment. No idea how easy that would be to adjust on the fly. JohnS [image: AllCityNatureBoyRearDropOut.jpg] On Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 12:17:34 PM

[RBW] Re: Perfection from the last newsletter

2023-10-02 Thread JohnS
I was impressed by that bike as well. Looks like it's ready to go anywhere. JohnS On Monday, October 2, 2023 at 10:40:12 AM UTC-4 jamin orrall wrote: > The bike belongs to Masa, more photos and info here: > > https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news/james-japan-pics > > On Monday,

[RBW] Re: Wheel Builder

2023-09-29 Thread JohnS
Josh, Your Atlantis looks great with the new wheels. I'm a big fan of WI hubs (I have 3 wheelsets with them now). I think you'll be very happy with them. The rear hub clicking sound doesn't bother to me either. JohnS On Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 8:09:59 PM UTC-4 Josh C wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: New MKS Pretzel pedals coming out next month

2023-09-26 Thread JohnS
Must be a MKS thing, pretzel, taco... what's next the nacho pedals??? John On Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 12:35:10 AM UTC-4 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > I’ve seen it in-person and … I’ll pass. > > On Monday, September 25, 2023 at 3:50:19 PM UTC-7 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > >> @Bill >> >>

[RBW] Re: Riv Road spotted

2023-09-24 Thread JohnS
Thanks for sharing Paul, that's one clean machine. JohnS On Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 1:40:30 PM UTC-4 Ryan wrote: > Shinier than my 2001 road > > On Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 9:45:41 AM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote: > >> While eating at one of our favorite coffee shops

Re: [RBW] FS ALBATROSS BARS

2023-09-20 Thread JohnS
The chromoly version is magnetic. JohnS On Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 2:23:39 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > If its the aluminum version it will have a sticker/band around the bar > near the sleeve. Either black or red I think?? I can't remember. If its the > chromol

Re: [RBW] Paul Racer Brake Noise/Vibration

2023-09-08 Thread JohnS
Hello Ben, maybe it would help the group if you were to post a picture or two of your current set up. Thanks, JohnS On Friday, September 8, 2023 at 10:56:34 AM UTC-4 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: > Good to know...but if my brake is mounted on the fork, I'm not sure where > I'd mount

[RBW] Re: Source for headset locking/key'd spacer

2023-08-31 Thread JohnS
This is what you're looking for and at a $1.00, you'll probably pay more in shipping. https://www.thebicyclechain.com/product/sunlite-keyed-lock-headset-washer-394262-1.htm I've not dealt with them, they were the cheapest I could fined. JohnS On Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 5:01:34 PM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: Riv Ride: Chicago Lakefront Trail Recap

2023-08-28 Thread JohnS
Thank you for sharing Leah, looks like it was a great ride! JohnS On Sunday, August 27, 2023 at 10:19:35 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > We had 10 riders join us for our Chicago ride yesterday! > In attendance: > 1 silver Appaloosa (fun fact: it belonged to Will Keat

[RBW] Re: 26” MTB Tire Advice

2023-08-25 Thread JohnS
/gravel rail trails. I got the SK from e-bay for $107 for the pair. I got the Rat Trap Pass tires used from a list member. https://www.ebay.com/itm/303917075015 JohnS On Friday, August 25, 2023 at 12:34:32 PM UTC-4 Edwin W wrote: > I find Schwalbe usually has some good offerings. You can sea

[RBW] Re: FS: QuickBeam 58 cm

2023-08-24 Thread JohnS
Hello Bill, FWIW, my orange QB has the same "frenchie mid fork tabs". The work fine and they seem to be original to the bike. JohnS On Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 1:46:22 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Your OP claimed that all the details were on the Crust site. That listin

[RBW] Re: New Build Day! Two Speed Road Bike

2023-08-19 Thread JohnS
Very cool build Bill, should be fun ride. I can see the value in a two speed, I think I'll do one sometime. JohnS On Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 1:06:29 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I pounced on a local 59cm Romulus. That bike has long been on my list of > "I'd ride

[RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

2023-08-18 Thread JohnS
Thank Eric! La chouette = "the owl" or "very useful word you can use to describe something that you like or you think is nice or cool." Seems most appropriate. JohnS On Friday, August 18, 2023 at 4:19:36 AM UTC-4 campyo...@me.com wrote: > Guess what I found in Paris! A

[RBW] Re: Broken shifters

2023-08-16 Thread JohnS
If that doesn't help, you could repurpose them as key chains. I did that with some old Campy down tube shifters recently. JohnS On Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 9:05:13 AM UTC-4 JohnS wrote: > Hello Pam, > > I had a problem with Suntour power shifters (ratchet mechanism

[RBW] Re: Broken shifters

2023-08-16 Thread JohnS
a try. Not sure if the oil is recommended or not, maybe someone else can chime in. Good luck, JohnS On Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 4:29:08 PM UTC-4 Pam Bikes wrote: > I have several broken Silver shifters. The power ratchet doesn't work any > more. My question is if I can get a part

Re: [RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

2023-08-06 Thread JohnS
Awesome news Eric, glad to hear you're Hillborne is back on the road! JohnS On Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 5:17:41 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > After twenty miles today with no chain jumping I'm calling this solved. > > [image: sh.jpg] > > On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 11

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

2023-08-03 Thread JohnS
you? If I were in your shoes I would take it to Bilenky Cycle Works <https://www.bilenky.com/> in Philly, I've heard good things about them and they always have great looking bikes at the Philly Bike Expo. Good luck, JohnS On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 11:49:34 PM UTC-4 Ryan wrote:

[RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

2023-07-31 Thread JohnS
Very nice ride Jamin, thanks for sharing. JohnS On Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 10:55:58 AM UTC-4 jamin orrall wrote: > Keep an eye out for an 80's specialized sequoia, they are wonderful bikes. > Fits 32's or 650b's with tektro r559s, rides like a fast Rivendell but a > little fle

Re: [RBW] Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

2023-07-27 Thread JohnS
Grant steps up again and delivered the goods! I would love to see their parts stash, box o' frame parts here, forks over there JohnS On Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 9:28:40 PM UTC-4 Wesley wrote: > Possibly dumb question: have you taken a good look at your chain? It ay be > kinked,

Re: [RBW] Re: Early 80's Specialized Sequoia

2023-07-27 Thread JohnS
, indicating 1982, so I would think you bike would be M6. JohnS On Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 11:01:55 PM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > Hey Erik! > > Fun to see that old sequoia pop up on here, still got a soft spot in my > heart for that bike! Good memories.. > > Cheers, > > Stephe

[RBW] Re: Early 80's Specialized Sequoia

2023-07-25 Thread JohnS
Yep, Costner rode a red Allez in American Flyers, fun bike movie. I'll have to torture my family and watch it again some time. JohnS On Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 7:58:34 AM UTC-4 Ryan wrote: > My bad...screwed up the colors. Anyway, I do remember being impressed by > how though

Re: [RBW] DIY Nitto rack hoop

2023-07-24 Thread JohnS
Thanks for sharing Jay! I'll have to remember that combination of daruma and p-clamps, very creative solution. Looks great to me. JohnS On Monday, July 24, 2023 at 2:21:51 PM UTC-4 Dustin wrote: > Jay, > > Nice tombstone! Not “kludgy” at all. Thanks for sharing > > Dustin

[RBW] Re: Early 80's Specialized Sequoia

2023-07-24 Thread JohnS
, weigh in at just over 23 pounds with pedals and two water bottle cages. Fully lugged Tange chrome-moly tubing, with long thinned lugs, it has nice neutral handling, mounts for fenders and a rear rack and room for 32mm tires (maybe 35). JohnS On Monday, July 24, 2023 at 1:12:35 PM UTC-4 Ryan

Re: [RBW] Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

2023-07-24 Thread JohnS
Wow Eric, that was a bad one, glad your ok and the Sam is on the mend. Don't forget to check the spokes for nicks, could break easy if they are. JohnS On Monday, July 24, 2023 at 7:54:06 AM UTC-4 Josh C wrote: > Wow. That's wild. Glad you're ok. Bummer about the Sam, that's a beauti

[RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

2023-07-21 Thread JohnS
Hello Peter, Wow, an '81 Sequoia! Those are very rare since only about 700 were made by hand. In '82 is when production ramped up. Please post a picture if you can. Thanks, John On Friday, July 21, 2023 at 11:58:26 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Very nice build, Bones! B) > > On

Re: [RBW] ISO Roadini...or?

2023-07-20 Thread JohnS
. Highly recommend finding an early one if you can. Fits RH 700x32 tires cleanly, not sure if they would work with fenders, I'll check. JohnS On Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 8:24:18 AM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > The RB's in the 90's were advertised as around 22 lb total for a mid-sized >

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

2023-06-25 Thread JohnS
Thank you Eric, JohnS On Sunday, June 25, 2023 at 11:14:27 AM UTC-4 campyo...@me.com wrote: > The mount I added to the Singer is this one: > > [image: > 3198yXsC3ML._SR600,315_PIWhiteStrip,BottomLeft,0,35_PIStarRatingTHREEANDHALF,BottomLeft,360,-6_SR600,315_ZA321,445

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

2023-06-24 Thread JohnS
riding bike, so much more lively than my Surly Pacer. JohnS On Friday, June 23, 2023 at 11:57:10 PM UTC-4 campyo...@me.com wrote: > For the tubing nerds out there: the 531 Professional decal (in French) on > my 1983 Alex Singer. > > [image: image0.jpeg][image: image1.jpeg] > > –E

[RBW] Re: Matt's Green Rosco Platypus (photos)

2023-06-14 Thread JohnS
Very nice build Matthew, I suppose that's why it was in the garage sale and the need for the creative cable hanger. Looks like a BMX cross bar clamp around the seat post (something I would do). JohnS On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 6:43:01 AM UTC-4 Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote

Re: [RBW] ISO Better Bar-End Friction Shifting!

2023-06-13 Thread JohnS
a cable strand come un-wound when I slid the cable into the short section of cable housing between the frame and the derailleur. That caused a lot of poor shifting until I replaced the cable. It wasn't obvious since the unwound cable strand was inside of the housing. JohnS On Tuesday, June 13

[RBW] Re: Sarah’s Primrose Platypus

2023-06-03 Thread JohnS
Great story and great bike! Thank you for sharing Leah and Sarah! JohnS On Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 11:36:38 AM UTC-4 DavidP wrote: > Thanks for sharing the story and photos of Sarah's bike with us, Leah! > > On Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 10:30:18 AM UTC-4 Melanie wrote: > &g

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

2023-06-02 Thread JohnS
John G - Ouch! That's a very serious crank failure. Had you basked the crank at one time? FWIW, I like the FSA Vero crank on my QB, low q-factor and used with a 103 spindle BB it give a fairly straight chain line. JohnS On Friday, June 2, 2023 at 7:34:55 AM UTC-4 John G wrote: > I h

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sim Works Taco Pedals: Looks appealing

2023-05-03 Thread JohnS
much going out and not enough coming in, cash wise. JohnS On Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 8:59:41 AM UTC-4 JohnS wrote: > Hello Eric, > > I saw them the other day and thought they would be good pedal for me. I > like the minimal platform, some engagement but not too much. Lookin

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sim Works Taco Pedals: Looks appealing

2023-04-25 Thread JohnS
Hello Eric, I saw them the other day and thought they would be good pedal for me. I like the minimal platform, some engagement but not too much. Looking forward to ordering a pair when they're available in late May. JohnS On Monday, April 24, 2023 at 6:49:23 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote: >

[RBW] Re: What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

2023-04-19 Thread JohnS
I'm with Ian, but instead of plywood, I use 1/8" fiberboard for bike bag stiffeners. Cut to size and coat with polyurethane to water proof it. Holds up great, downside is it's heavier than the plastic. JohnS On Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 4:28:43 PM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > You could tr

Re: [RBW] Lovely Blue Riv Custom

2023-04-17 Thread JohnS
The color matched, with strips Silca Impero Ultimate frame pump looks great too! JohnS On Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 10:53:43 AM UTC-4 E. Ricky Creek wrote: > It has one of those new OEM Brooks B-68s. Jealous  > > On Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 5:36:24 AM UTC-5 Eric Da

[RBW] Re: Sharing your winter ride photos northern hemisphere Spring 2023

2023-04-11 Thread JohnS
Ted, nice picture of your bike and the lighthouse. Which one is that? I'll be on the upper Cape in the beginning of July. Always enjoy the riding there. JohnS On Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 11:30:14 AM UTC-4 Ted Durant wrote: > I realize now that I left the word "winter" in the

Re: [RBW] ISO: Padded Cycling Gloves Sans Velcro

2023-03-30 Thread JohnS
Sorry, missed that you were looking for padded gloves. On Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 2:22:26 PM UTC-4 JohnS wrote: > I like the Giro Zero CS glove, no velcro, no padding. I were them mostly > for the grip they provide. Good deal on them now at BTD if you like black > and size XL.

Re: [RBW] ISO: Padded Cycling Gloves Sans Velcro

2023-03-30 Thread JohnS
I like the Giro Zero CS glove, no velcro, no padding. I were them mostly for the grip they provide. Good deal on them now at BTD if you like black and size XL. https://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/giro-zero-cs-glove_1?sg=1 John On Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 10:17:10 AM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Hozan Bottom Bracket Tapping Tool

2023-03-30 Thread JohnS
Thanks Eric L, everything else came off the bike easily, so go figure. Making progress slowly. Thank you Rob and Nick, my homemade tools are ok for now, but I should really get a quality tool next time I have this problem. John On Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 4:03:16 AM UTC-4 Nick Payne wrote:

Re: [RBW] PSA. Gringineer Cycles vintage parts site

2023-03-28 Thread JohnS
I should add that I made the front rack which has the VO/Roadrunner mini-rando bag bolted to it. Helps to cover up the big gap between the fork crown and the tire. JohnS On Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 10:40:08 AM UTC-4 JohnS wrote: > Patrick, > > I built up a M2 SJ about a year ago

Re: [RBW] Hozan Bottom Bracket Tapping Tool

2023-03-27 Thread JohnS
Will > > On Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 1:00:05 PM UTC-4 JohnS wrote: > >> Thank you Jeff. I'm using Groit's Garage paint cleaning clay to pull the >> dirt/grim out of the paint, I'm about 1/2 way through that process, need to >> spend some time at the BB. Then it will be

Re: [RBW] Hozan Bottom Bracket Tapping Tool

2023-03-25 Thread JohnS
and 11/34 cassette so I can climb the hills in my area. Laing, see, being a pack rat has it benefits. JohnS On Friday, March 24, 2023 at 5:39:57 PM UTC-4 Garth wrote: > That's wonderful news John , way to go ! > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

Re: [RBW] Hozan Bottom Bracket Tapping Tool

2023-03-23 Thread JohnS
ay, March 23, 2023, JohnS wrote: > >> Anyone have experience with the Hozan BB tapping tool? My '82 Specialized >> Sequoia drive side treads have been cross threaded and need to be tapped. >> Park tool is too expensive for me. >> >> >> https://www.ebay.

[RBW] Hozan Bottom Bracket Tapping Tool

2023-03-23 Thread JohnS
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Re: [RBW] Has anybody 650'ed a Riv Road?

2023-03-15 Thread JohnS
Hello Peter, Have you checked on the 650b group? https://groups.google.com/g/650b Steve, Super nice build. Plus 1 on using the VO/Roadrunner rando bag, I mount mine to the rack like you did. Just the right size for me, not too big, not too small. John On Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Downtube bosses predicament

2023-03-13 Thread JohnS
Hello Ryan, The problem with trying to drill out a hole and using a big enough easy-out bit to be effective is getting the hole centered. Easy concept, but hard to do in reality since the drill bit wants to wander from center until it grabs. Solution, create a guide for the drill bit so that

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b or 700 Bombadil frame question

2023-03-01 Thread JohnS
or not. JohnS On Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 9:29:59 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > Uh-oh. I am going to have to remove the tires when I reassemble the > Bombadil to adjust the brakes now! > > Laing > > On Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 8:58:46 AM UTC-5 JohnS wrote: > >> I agree

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b or 700 Bombadil frame question

2023-03-01 Thread JohnS
and when the pads wear out, slide out the old pads and slide in the new. No adjustments necessary. JohnS On Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 8:46:30 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > That is a pretty good video - he uses the tool to show the 90 degree > angle. He points out that lowering the st

Re: [RBW] Compact Half-Step plus Granny gearing

2023-02-27 Thread JohnS
Nice! On Monday, February 27, 2023 at 8:43:25 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > I am down to 11 Rivendells and 10 of them have 135mm spacing (the Frank > Jones, SR. is 120) and I weigh 275 lbs - thus the ultra durable 135mm > wheels. I have a 40 spoke 132mm Sturmey Archer 3 speed on the Rosco Baby.

[RBW] Re: Front Derailleur Suggestions

2023-02-23 Thread JohnS
line and reduced the pedal Q factor. Good luck, JohnS On Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 1:26:06 PM UTC-5 Garth wrote: > Try a road double instead. It'll shift that easily. FD specs have only do > with what a mfr. makes, not the real world where combo's are endless. Your >

[RBW] Re: FS: '85 Specialized Sequoia 63cm

2023-02-20 Thread JohnS
I would be all over this if it was one size smaller, oh well, maybe next time. Nice review from back in the day... https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1254945-road-test-bike-review-1986-specialized-sequoia.html JohnS On Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 3:12:52 AM UTC-5 Luke Hendrickson

Re: [RBW] Pedal Question

2023-02-18 Thread JohnS
and the other is SPD. I don't have them, but I'm thinking about it. https://global.bluelug.com/mks-solution-pedal-blue.html JohnS On Saturday, February 18, 2023 at 10:25:33 AM UTC-5 mmille...@gmail.com wrote: > I have the EH-500 on my All Road bike. I guess I recently bought it out of > ha

[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

2023-02-16 Thread JohnS
Eric did it, his bike is featured on The Radavist... https://theradavist.com/erics-1985-bridgestone-mb-2-review/ Well done Eric! JohnS On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 5:48:04 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Thank you, Jose :) > > From what I recall Grant was fairly new at Br

[RBW] Re: any bike photos of bikes with the Dia compe 980's?

2023-02-16 Thread JohnS
Nick, different bikes for different functions, I subscribe to that. JohnS (who's family thinks he has too many bikes) On Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 3:42:41 PM UTC-5 Nick Payne wrote: > On Wednesday, 15 February 2023 at 2:45:51 am UTC+11 JohnS wrote: > Nick, that's one clean Appaloos

[RBW] Re: any bike photos of bikes with the Dia compe 980's?

2023-02-14 Thread JohnS
Nick, that's one clean Appaloosa! Did you just give it a refurb? I'm in the process of giving my QB one. JohnS On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 9:40:13 AM UTC-5 jad...@gmail.com wrote: > Nick, I think that photo pushed me over the edge. thanks > > On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 10

[RBW] Re: Rivs on film

2023-02-11 Thread JohnS
Thanks everyone for sharing, this is fun! Someday I'll get a film camera... Shawn, that color pic of inside the Riv shop is great. The shadows are beyond real. JohnS On Friday, February 10, 2023 at 3:32:10 PM UTC-5 Ted Durant wrote: > On Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 7:17:57 PM UTC-6 ja

[RBW] Re: any bike photos of bikes with the Dia compe 980's?

2023-02-11 Thread JohnS
Hello Mike with the Bob Jackson. Nice looking bike. What front cable hanger is that? I never seen one like it before. On Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 12:23:01 PM UTC-5 alexander...@gmail.com wrote: > Got some for the Miyata Triple cross I built as a 2 speed a little while > back - I've

[RBW] Re: Canti Romulus in South Korea

2023-02-10 Thread JohnS
Very nice bike and components! Paint looks to be in excellent condition. Don't see many of those. Thanks for sharing and hope you enjoy the ride, John On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 11:25:44 AM UTC-5 jamin orrall wrote: > Beautiful Romulus! > > On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 7:34:24 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2023-02-05 Thread JohnS
Wow! I'm super impressed. And I bet they are all in the same great condition as your Bombadil. Thanks for sharing. JohnS On Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 8:04:43 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > 8 - behind the Bombadil - Betty Foy, Hubbuhubbuh, Frank Jones Sr, Mystery > Bike, Gus Boots W

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2023-02-04 Thread JohnS
Wait a minute there Laing! How many Riv's are in that picture??? Drill press, one of my favorite tools :) JohnS On Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 6:21:15 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote: > On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 4:28:29 PM UTC-5 Mackenzy Albright wrote: > One thing i've been curious

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug / Nitto strut light mount hack

2023-02-04 Thread JohnS
Thank you BB for sharing. Nice, clean mounts for rear lights can be hard to find/improvise. How do you like the light? I'm not familiar with that one. JohnS On Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 8:46:33 AM UTC-5 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > I was looking for a better way to mount my Koma rear li

[RBW] Re: Roaduno catnip

2023-02-03 Thread JohnS
Thank you Doug. I think that was the only blug post that I didn't look at the other day. JohnS On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 11:13:06 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > I want one with Bullmoose bars and cantilevers, in purple of course. Need > is a different matter... > > Laing &

[RBW] Re: Roaduno catnip

2023-02-03 Thread JohnS
Does any one have a link to a picture of a fully built Roaduno? I was looking for one the other day and the closest I could find was the pics of the three frames without paint. Thanks! JohnS On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 9:34:41 AM UTC-5 mark e wrote: > I am excited to see the Uno in pur

Re: [RBW] Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

2023-02-02 Thread JohnS
A double Joe on e-bay, too bad about the fork, says the frame is ok, my size, but I'm not interested in the couplers, hope the link works...

[RBW] Re: Fun film encounter

2023-02-02 Thread JohnS
Julian, Your friend has a very good eye for composition. I could see having that one framed. JohnS On Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 8:07:53 PM UTC-5 jamin orrall wrote: > this is great! > On Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 4:52:38 PM UTC-8 weste...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> A

[RBW] Re: What's up with welded Nitto parts?

2023-01-30 Thread JohnS
could understand if it were some odd, vintage part that was out of production for decades, but really, production parts not available in the US. Ugh, rant off. JohnS On Monday, January 30, 2023 at 12:29:42 PM UTC-5 jeff dobie wrote: > I have been looking for a particular Nitto stem for seve

Re: [RBW] Single-Bolt Stem Spreading Options

2023-01-27 Thread JohnS
+1 on the coin trick, but I've used a large flat washer, no federal offense committed :P JohnS On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 9:26:33 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > This works if the threaded hole is open at the outer end but not if it's > capped. I've managed to spread Nitto

[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

2023-01-27 Thread JohnS
Thank you Eric on the cable length tip. I'll measure/eyeball a few times before cutting. Now I can't decide if I want the Nissen clear or steel blue to work with the blue in the head badge, too many choices. John On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 11:13:59 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Mike

[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

2023-01-26 Thread JohnS
use Jagwire pro-slick cables and housings, kind of spoiled by them. Thank you! JohnS On Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 4:17:47 PM UTC-5 David Pulsipher wrote: > beautiful work Eric - thank you for sharing with us! > > On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 4:06:27 PM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.

[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

2023-01-25 Thread JohnS
Eric and Greg, Both are excellent builds! Well done. Any chance we'll see either of them featured on The Radavist, Reader's Rides??? I would like to see a frame overlay of Eric's MB-2 and my '82 Stumpjumper. Looks like they have very similar geometries and long wheelbases. JohnS

[RBW] What's up with welded Nitto parts?

2023-01-21 Thread JohnS
ing on that list, I'd get it now.* That's kind of scary! Nitto parts are my favs. JohnS -- 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-b

[RBW] Re: Selle Anatomica carbon rails with Nitto S65 seatpost?

2023-01-20 Thread JohnS
That's interesting. I wonder what they think of the Selle Anatomica carbon rails being used with an S83? I have that set up on my Crust Lightning Bold/canti for well over a year and seems to be fine to me. Then again the S83 has two bolts to clamp the rails, maybe that's the difference. JohnS

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