[RBW] Re: Helmets... what do you like?

just yesterday, I was pedaling quickly through an intersection in the green, a driver on the cross street had right-turn sweep with a yield sign. I turned on my front helmet blinkie, looked straight at the driver, and saw his recognition as new and extra braking (dive) of his vehicle - he

Re: [RBW] Helmets... what do you like?

On my 4th Bell Metro variant. I like the venting, I like the bill, I'm naked without the helmet mirror, I like the blinkie mounts. I run separate lights on my bike and turn the helmet blinkies on and off for traffic signals and to get a driver's attention. I still can't believe how many

[RBW] Re: BICYCLE 'COCKPIT'

it sure simplifies the discussion about the difference between a moustache bar "setup" and a drop-bar "setup" v. a choco-moose "setup" (what is a choco-moose?) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Brooks b17 select - opinions?

Late to the party, but you made the right choice. I have a Select and a Special with about equal miles. This summer, I'm having to wrap a toe strap around the Special after each ride to keep it from ridging, and it's stretching enough to see the frame beneath. The next step will be lacing.

Re: [RBW] Re: My custom is finished!

she's a knockout -- 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] Re: What'r ye runnin' yer Compass Stampede Pass tire pressures at?

good job assembling the data - it shows we think much alike, Frank Bert was pretty sharp, and dipping too low can be dangerous. FWIW on the Barlows, I've cornered very hard and fast on narrow rims (Open Pro) at the pressures I run. The biggest concern with running too high pressure is

Re: [RBW] Re: What's in Your Cockpit?

headlight, bell and Randi-Jo bar bag -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

All I can tell you is my Paul touring cantis f/r are the best brakes I've ever squeezed. -- 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] ISO: Triple front derailer with flat cages

bought mine offshore On Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 11:52:24 AM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > For $80 it had better work like a fine Swiss watch! > > On Aug 18, 2016 7:19 PM, "René Sterental" > wrote: > >> Yes. I just installed one on my Atlantis with the triple René Herse

[RBW] Re: ISO: Triple front derailer with flat cages

Ultegra CX70 is a great choice. I'm running a wide compact double, 42/25T, and it's great on the big jump. The cage is shaped for maximum 48T ring and makes sense it would be great on a triple. On Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 10:46:08 AM UTC-5, Gravel & Grind Espresso + Bikes wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: FRAME PUMP SUGGESTIONS

I'm happy with the Lezyne Road Drive for pressure (27mm Open Pave) and Medium Pressure Drive (38mm Barlow) -- 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: WTB: 7 spd bar end shifters

I'm shifting 7 with *Riv bar end pods* and my old Zeus downtube levers - works great Rivendell also sells* silver shifters in bar end pods

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire advice

For 32mm, you want Stampede Pass EL. Pretty sure I've been one of the loudest Challenge proponents on this board and have put 20,000 mi on their various products. If you're messing with tubulars, I still rate them at the top for tread durability and extreme speed. P-R is the best of their

[RBW] Re: If you were going to design a poor man's faux Riv "just ride" bicycle ....

The rebuilds of Schwinn KOM are always really nice On Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 10:45:39 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > an old rigid mtb would be my bet. a trek 920/930/950 with some trap traps > and uprights. still lugged, ox platinum tubing, musa. > -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: If you were going to design a poor man's faux Riv "just ride" bicycle ....

I'm pretty happy with the evolution of my old Raleigh GP (bought new in college), which still gets 1500 mi/yr some people might think it pearls to swine, but it was cost-effective getting in here in stages, Fits me

Re: [RBW] Re: Clipless or Clips?

it's an allusion to putting a square peg into a round hole, assuming that would not be the personal choice of the OP and is leading the thread in the opposite direction of the original question. There is a tendency on forums that the longer the thread runs, the farther it gets from the

Re: [RBW] Re: Clipless or Clips?

caffeine affects people differently On Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 7:12:31 AM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > OK, what are "personal pegs"? I've never heard either phrase. > > On 08/10/2016 07:41 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > > personal pegs, holy crap, Steve > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Clipless or Clips?

personal pegs, holy crap, Steve On Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 6:36:59 AM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 08/10/2016 07:33 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > > Choice is a good thing, and resistance to change isn't always > stubbornness. Tried a bunch of platform pedals bef

[RBW] Re: Clipless or Clips?

Choice is a good thing, and resistance to change isn't always stubbornness. Tried a bunch of platform pedals before settling on my preferences, which are different for different bikes. There's a thread on BFC where a guy reported falling over twice on his toe-clips/straps and was asking for

Re: [RBW] Re: Clipless or Clips?

Thanks Patrick, That was probably my post about the shoes - I put the report on CR added them to a shoe topic on iBoB. I really like them - they do the job I bought them for, they're lightweight, cool, plenty stiff, easy in and out of the toe straps - and look better than I need. Honestly,

[RBW] Re: Clipless or Clips?

never tried clipless and simply have never wanted to. I ride two bikes with spiked flat platform pedals. My go-fast I ride MKS Neuvo Wide pedals with Ale clips and Binda straps. Just bought some Mamnick Hibbell touring shoes for my birthday treat and like them, too. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Swiss Army Bicycle (literally)

they're about the same price new at *Sportsman's Guide*

[RBW] Re: Saddle recommendations for old lady butts

Have the rider call Debra at Rivet Cycle Works and chat with her about options. She has a 2-month demo option, $25 (plus return shipping) of course applied to the price of the saddle. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: 10-30 minute rides

from my house, a 10min ride is always a workout - it starts with a 400' drop that I'm going to have to climb if I want to get back home. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: What'r ye runnin' yer Compass Stampede Pass tire pressures at?

210 lbs, running Barlows on my upright at 60psi rear, 40 psi front. On my semi-upright, running Stampede at 65psi rear, 55 psi front. Mostly concentrate on not shocking the rims and handling. I have some big hills to go down. I've also noticed another squishiness that can develop at high

[RBW] Re: I'm old but not dead yet

no offense, but 250 lb-in won't tighten many crank bolts, much less bottom brackets or cassette locking rings. On Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 7:30:52 AM UTC-5, Garth wrote: > > > >I would not buy or recommend an electronic tool let alone torque > wrench, ever ! If you want a real good

[RBW] Re: Roadini

it's only 5 words, we need at lest 1000 or a picture On Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 6:38:26 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > It's just a mention..literally no more than what's in my original post. > Enjoy, people who enjoy things! > > >

Re: [RBW] Less expensive 650b alternatives to Compass/GB tires?

I ride about 4000 mi/year. My oldest and most frequent riding buddy probably a bit more than half that. I only ride soft tires. He mostly rides city/tough tires. I average less than one flat/year. He seems to average about two/year. Maybe the difference is I pay more attention to where I

Re: [RBW] Less expensive 650b alternatives to Compass/GB tires?

When I try to use Google Translate it tells me the > page is already in English. > > On Sun, Jul 17, 2016 at 7:28 PM, Ron Mc <bulld...@gmail.com > > wrote: > > check Grand Bois JY is still over 100 to the $ > > http://www.cyclesgrandbois.com/SHOP/T650_F36_EL.

Re: [RBW] Less expensive 650b alternatives to Compass/GB tires?

check Grand Bois JY is still over 100 to the $ http://www.cyclesgrandbois.com/SHOP/T650_F36_EL.html -- 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: Acorn Bags (acornbags.com) boxy rando bags!

I would have bought the gray years ago if Ron had offered it, and would have kept a couple of other gray bags incl. Sackvilles I ended up selling On Friday, July 15, 2016 at 7:54:03 AM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: > > Keeping pockets full should reduce rattling. > It's nice to see some new colors

[RBW] Re: Line of Sight movie has atrocious cyclists. What is going on?

people are going to react to speedy cyclists in gridlock traffic they same way they will react to the guy who blasts down the highway shoulder on a gridlocked freeway - seen many motorcycles take the lane marker in gridlock traffic On Friday, July 15, 2016 at 6:50:13 AM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Acorn Bags (acornbags.com) boxy rando bags!

I've never heard a rattle, and I'm pretty sure the required position of my shifter cables keeps the joint tensioned, which prevents vibration. Have you noticed a difference if you stuff the pockets full? On

[RBW] Re: US bicycle "comeback"

thanks - interesting article On Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 10:35:13 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote: > > The link doesn't work for me, hopefully This link should work better: > http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-36778953 > A good article. Thanks for sharing it. > -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Line of Sight movie has atrocious cyclists. What is going on?

KJ, states keep up with state infrastructure, and municipalities keep up with theirs. On Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 2:58:56 PM UTC-5, Kieran J wrote: > > Here in Toronto, our municipal councillors (and by extension, the city's > various public works and planning committees) are responsible

[RBW] Re: Acorn Bags (acornbags.com) boxy rando bags!

There is certainly an Acorn bag fan club here, and you'll see them pop in transactions sell/wtb all the time. Same with Swift, Treetop, Ruthworks, Ostrich, and many quality bag-makers. But Rivendell does make a line of great bags and hopefully we give them good press, as well.

[RBW] Re: Line of Sight movie has atrocious cyclists. What is going on?

I think there has to be two sets of standards for somebody riding for a living v. someone riding to a living or for recreation, etc. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Head scratcher: How to teach stop signs

agreed - also a helmet blinkie that you can turn on and off - no question you are seen, and the driver always makes his intentions clear On Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 10:49:41 AM UTC-5, doc wrote: > > Eye contact. > > >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Head scratcher: How to teach stop signs

no question, stop signs are the worst. You have to ride totally defensive because might wins over right. Bike actually out-accelerate cars from stop signs, but most drivers don't get that. There are people who will see a bike coming and accelerate to run a stop sign before the bike gets

[RBW] Re: Some things change, some stay the same

blessings to your family -- 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] Re: Appaloosa, mo bettah pics (hopefully)

looks great, and the bag support is trick On Thursday, June 30, 2016 at 6:07:00 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Out on Joe Blue, now new and improved with a Carradice and that old Nitto > support rack Riv used to sell. It's hard to put into words how fabulous > this bike is. It sings up hills,

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

I rode 90 miles last week, and 120 the week before, so I have been getting out and pedaling during the course of this discussion. As far as merit, I think all the discussion may have more merit than the original gripe. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Seeking advice - where would you turn to, to try to sell non-Rivvy bikes?

do you have anything like a local monthly Frankenbike meet, or maybe a local bike shop that takes consignment sales? Just two places to get it to the right audience. No experience here (I've never sold a bike) but this also looks like a good online resource for quality bikes:

[RBW] Re: The 10 most beautiful bikes

they don't understand form follows function, and they're hung up on the wrong side of the equation. Most of those bikes use extra ersatz material for the sake of style. Even the Pashley shown would be a better bike with straight tubes. On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 12:14:40 PM UTC-5, Brian

Re: [RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

some things are exclusive to Rivendell, like quality cork grips and brass ferrules. Don't tell anyone right away, but their cable packages are a steal, best price on bike bells, the only one who sells an improved (spare) bell spring, chainring options, Mark's rack with a coupon - if you hunt

Re: [RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

I've never found Amazin to be expedious, especially not the bike parts vendors there - they're basically ebay without paypal. Somebody like Modern Bike, Jenson, Universal really hump to get parts out the door. And agree Rivendell gets them packed and shipped very timely - always the same day

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

Ely at Ruthworks, and Randi Jo (bag Fab) also both pack aesthetic and cordial packages. -- 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: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

I made them a customer, though - I purchase a couple of times/year from them, too On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 9:58:31 AM UTC-5, Jon Craig wrote: > > That's their mistake, and that cost them dearly. :( > > > On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 10:54:01 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: >> >

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

yes and no - I bought a repair stand from Chain Reaction in UK - it was at their free shipping price level. They sent it Parcel Force, I had it in 4 days and it had to cost them $45 to ship it, so they lost money (they turned around and lowered the price so no one else could do that) On

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

seller, > I just decided to buy most of my components and small knick knacks through > LBS. > > The worst is actually when I had to pick up items from the Post Office, > because the tracking would say "delivered", but sat behind the Post Office > counter... > &g

[RBW] Re: Sam with 'staches?

ps - the mustard tan would look great on a green bike On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 9:15:33 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > way cool > > On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 9:10:47 AM UTC-5, Jon Craig wrote: >> >> Huh - I may have to pass. I don't think it would look good with either

[RBW] Re: Sam with 'staches?

way cool On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 9:10:47 AM UTC-5, Jon Craig wrote: > > Huh - I may have to pass. I don't think it would look good with either > Sam-color (unless I'm mis-picturing the color!). (Mine's blue, my wife's is > the Orange.) > > >>> -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Sam with 'staches?

If you're interested in light Mustard Brown, I have a set sitting around for such-a-deal. I bought it for my daughter's bike and the color wouldn't work at all. I looked at it seriously for my Raleigh this time, but bought more antique brown. On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 8:53:53 AM UTC-5,

[RBW] Re: Sam with 'staches?

her bar tape - how long does it last? I can't fathom > dropping $70 on bar tape if it has to be replaced as often as the cotton > stuffs! > > On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 9:21:48 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: >> >> Just wanted to add something cool. My moustache cockpit is on my

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

Ian, if you had bought the Paul components from Modern Bike, Andy would have discounted 20% and mailed for free. On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 7:55:58 AM UTC-5, ian m wrote: > > To offer a comparison, I ordered some service parts from Paul Components, > shipping from the same region as Riv, and

[RBW] Re: Sam with 'staches?

2016 at 7:54:25 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > I have Brooks leather bar wrap on my moustache bars - in fact, just > replaced them last week. Again, I love it, and it's funny how many people > at stops have to touch it. > -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

no offense, but that's an unbelievable delivery failure rate. In a 15 years of buying/selling/trading/repairing valuable antique fishing reels, only one item was lost, and it came from Canada. On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 8:09:37 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > I would say 90% of USPS items

[RBW] Re: Sam with 'staches?

I have Brooks leather bar wrap on my moustache bars - in fact, just replaced them last week. Again, I love it, and it's funny how many people at stops have to touch it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Sam with 'staches?

answering out of turn, bar end shifters on moustache bars is a match made in bike heaven On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 5:28:59 AM UTC-5, Jon Craig wrote: > > How many out there installed a 'stache bar (Mous or Alba!) on their Sam? > Did you keep the existing bar-end shifters? Or move them to

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

USPS has the advantage of working weekends, and I'm suspecting you're ordering across the country, which is a long way to truck a package on work days only. I don't begrudge Rivendell anything. They run very lean and do the best for their employees they can. Their agreement with UPS works

[RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

after striking a pedal and wrecking my ankle over winter on my low-clearance Raleigh, I went to narrow Blackspire El Gordos. They have 8 stubby spikes on each side, unlikely to mark your shin, and are good touring pedals for ice-skate feet. I just knocked 35 mi on it this morning. A bit

[RBW] Re: Challenge Tire Woes and 700x30 options

try them with lower pressure - down to 60 psi rear. On Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 9:24:22 AM UTC-5, Call Me Jay wrote: > > The real kicker is a have an extra Open Pro wheelset laying around and, > until this mornings frustration, I wanted to set it up as second wheelset > for my Custom with

[RBW] Re: Challenge Tire Woes and 700x30 options

answering out of turn, I'm 6'3', 210 lbs, and was running 30mm Strada Biancas at 65 psi rear, and 50 psi front, but could drop them lower for gravel. On Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 8:44:10 AM UTC-5, Call Me Jay wrote: > > I'm running Open Pro rims with the Challenges at 60-75 psi. Does

[RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

ps - really like the front rack setup on your Clementine photo - that looks plenty qualified for the job. On Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 6:16:18 AM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > > >

[RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

ly. > > > On Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 7:38:00 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: >> >> there are actually no modifications to the mark's rack. They just use >> the rear rod bolts for mounting stays to the fork crowns. Same thing I did >> with Tubus LM-1 clamps on

[RBW] Re: Challenge Tire Woes and 700x30 options

Hi Jay, my experience with Challenge is the bead stretches out before the tread wears out. I gave a set of Stradas from my daughter's bike to my buddy a couple of weeks ago - he and his daughter were rebuilding a frankenbike Shogun and these were the largest tires that would clear the rear

[RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

there are actually no modifications to the mark's rack. They just use the rear rod bolts for mounting stays to the fork crowns. Same thing I did with Tubus LM-1 clamps on my CX frame. I did a little hand-waving engineering, or really, hand-wriggle testing - as expected, the M18 on diving

[RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

I think it's fair to report a diving board failure - honestly, I would thought the steel would bend fine. I agree the Mark's rack should be sturdier with an extra set of stays. The static load these racks will support is 10 times the dynamic load they will safely support, which is why they

[RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

I have pristine unused, unbend diving board that came with my marks rack, if you need it. On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 12:59:13 PM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > the "diving board" broke at the bend > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

the "diving board" broke at the bend -- 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: Nine Speed Index Setup

Very good point Mark. I've saved leftovers of Yokozuna Reaction derailleur cables, and every bike around here has those on the RD final bend. On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 11:27:47 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > One other thing to consider - the quality and condition of cable/housing. > >

[RBW] Re: New Sam-haver with rack questions!

another good Tubus vendor - http://thetouringstore.com/ a really good idea is *google photos* and see where they lead you... -- You received

[RBW] Re: New Sam-haver with rack questions!

Very nice bikes - congrats. Take your time, gather your information, and think a bit before you spend. I took 6 months and evaluated all the choices before I put a front rack on my CX bike. Cheap often means cheaply made. I agree with the Tubus votes, and believe racktime is also made by

[RBW] Re: Nine Speed Index Setup

sounds like the cable is too tight. On my 9sp index, there are a couple of steps that I have to hold the shifter until it completes the shift - everything goes down quickly, though. On Monday, June 20, 2016 at 5:05:25 PM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Ok, this is a bit off topic, my

Re: [RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

5 years on this setup with an M18 and no worries diving board to brake bolt, long stays to dropout bosses, Berthoud decaleur, fender mount to diving board bolt

[RBW] Re: How hot is your town?

Afternoons are "down" to 60% humidty (95 degrees) but it's always 15 degrees cooler in the cypress tunnels. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: How hot is your town?

I'm looking forward to August when our humidity is down in the single digits. This morning at 7 it was 80 degrees and 96% humidity - we went for a 25 mi ride. But I do remember that first humidity morning in May when everyone on the trail (bikes and runners) was shocked by their poor

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

Of course people are built differently, I'm 6'3 and all limbs, and a tall, shorter-reach bike is what fits me. But I and use a 100mm stem with drop bars on my 59cmTT road bike (63cm ST), and that with short-reach compact drops. But I took that measurement from my properly set-up moustache

Re: [RBW] Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

With any bars, set up is everything, but if you don't take 2" horizontal extension from your normal road bar stem, you're not even in the right ballpark for moustache bars. Here's a recent thread with all the common experiences.

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

Late to the party, but this article is still the best info in once place http://oldglorymtb.com/round-up-alternative-or-alt-mountain-bike-handlebars/ Big Map bar fan here. There are 3 bars that were derived from the Jones H bar, Jitensha Touring (Nitto 2522), Ahearne Map bar, and On-One

[RBW] Re: Brooks B-17 Select & Champion Flyer Select Discontinued???

they last too long -- 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] Re: Thoughts on the whole low trail thing?

Borrowed a quote from Jim Merz - Just like an arrow, the weight goes up front. -- 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] Noodle bars: Any upsweep on the flats?

Rather than upsweep, Noodles drop on the outside giving them a very natural position for brake interruptor levers (cross brakes) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Dialing in stem for rough stuff

My upright is set up Deac's way and it's the best climber I own. But I lean forward in climbs, which keeps the front wheel down - mostly. On Monday, June 13, 2016 at 6:38:19 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > The Deacon teed it up with : > > "— Climbs: Current stem allows for enough weight on

[RBW] Re: Riv Chicka Warrior on a Horse

yee haw -- 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] Re: Speaking of Fenders

my daughter's upright has 42mm Soma SVs with 50mm SKS fenders - works, but not much room to spare. On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 5:50:11 PM UTC-5, Lungimsam wrote: > > Measure the width inside of the fork blades, seatstays, and chainstays to > determine your max fender width. > > There are

[RBW] Re: fs/t - New Pair Compass Strada Bianca 700c x 30mm

oops, sorry I carried a brain burp in the title - Challenge Strada Biancas On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 11:13:16 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > sale pending -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: fs/t - New Pair Compass Strada Bianca 700c x 30mm

sale pending -- 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/t - New Pair Compass Strada Bianca 700c x 30mm

Two new, unused tires, one still boxed (the other has been kept folded in a ziplok. My experience is they measure 32mm and work best on narrow rims. Tan wall. They're fast and supple tires. Stretching the

Re: [RBW] Re: Plastic fenders - never again

Major Honjo fan here, but I also like my SKS raceblades (XL) on the bike with no bosses - they work with my Barlows and I adding a PDW Origami on the seat tube makes them close enough to full coverage.

[RBW] Re: Do you switch from drop bike to Bosco/Alba bike on the fly?

I have a drop-bar road bike, semi-upright moustache bike, and upright (map bar) bike. The lightest and skinniest tire roadie (27mm) gets the least miles. I occasionally take it out just because it's fast, fun, and lunges up grades in taller gears - it's also the choice when I'm chasing my

[RBW] Re: Rain free ride. What happened?

it's not even raining in Texas this week > -- 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

Re: Brake squeal (segway from: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv)

Patrick, one other thing - the squeal and pad tightness are self-exacerbating. That is, squeal loosens the pad and loose pad makes squeal. When I get an occasional pad squeal, I seat it out with some hard braking, and tighten the pad nut (it will inevitably have backed off tight). On

Re: Brake squeal (segway from: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv)

My experience is cleaning of the rims makes them squeal until you get a new pad-wear deposit on the rim. Rather than sanding, I would be going with new pads, especially Kool Stop, to get the new self-adjusting toe that's designed into them. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Lake Tahoe 72 mile ride succesfully completed!

good job Rene -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Triple to double crankset - how to do it gearwise?

: > > > > On 06/02/2016 09:09 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > > and it works just as well today as it ever did, with all the versatility > of a compact double x10 > > > ... > > Or am I totally misunderstanding you? > > -- You received this message because you are subscrib

[RBW] Re: Triple to double crankset - how to do it gearwise?

great idea Bill :) On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 12:32:01 PM UTC-5, William deRosset wrote: > > Dear Lungimsam, > > If you're staying with 7speed, and this isn't a new bike, then why not > just go to a half-step (either bigger middle or, more likely, a smaller > outer) + granny? What is driving

[RBW] Re: Appendectomy and cycling- how long to heal?

(it's actually an ersatz organ that we haven't used since we ate tree bark ;) ) On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 11:47:30 AM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: > > ... > As my brother told me, you now have one less organ to worry about. > David > Chicago > > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Appendectomy and cycling- how long to heal?

be careful - if you're bicycling correctly, you're using your core muscles On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 11:19:38 AM UTC-5, Kainalu wrote: > > I got out of the hospital last night, doctor says no lifting anything over > 5 lbs for the next 4 weeks. Wondering if anyone has any experience and >

Re: [RBW] Re: Triple to double crankset - how to do it gearwise?

and it works just as well today as it ever did, with all the versatility of a compact double x10 On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 8:06:34 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > but this becomes a question of changing a single chainring vs. a whole > drivetrain > > On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 8

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