[RBW] Re: Platypus for Clem L?

2023-11-10 Thread Steve
What did Roberta get ??? Inquiring minds want to know !!! On Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 11:16:34 PM UTC-5 Kim H. wrote: > The suspense grows. I can hear it now. > > On Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 7:35:03 PM UTC-8 Roberta wrote: > >> I’m waiting for some of the parts to come in. I’ll post

[RBW] Re: Bedrock Mountain Clogs in Stock!

2023-10-31 Thread Steve
Brent, I grabbed a a leather pair of the clogs when they were first released and I have to agree with you - my feet also found then lacking adequate arch support. As for cycling in them, the soles are also a bit soft and flexy for my taste. So there you go - I like them for casual wear,

[RBW] Re: Good story about old school LBS

2023-10-29 Thread Steve
Good read! Thanks Max for sharing the link - I just may have to add the site to my list of cycling related bookmarks. On Sunday, October 29, 2023 at 7:27:45 AM UTC-4 maxcr wrote: > I read this and it’s the kind of thing I love about bikes and good people > around bikes, good read for a rainy

[RBW] Re: PDW Safety Tabs

2023-09-16 Thread Steve
probably say "oh, I'll get to that later" and karma would get > me right in that moment. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > > On Friday, September 15, 2023 at 6:28:06 PM UTC-7 steve...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> As a semi-fanatical fender freak (alum

[RBW] Re: PDW Safety Tabs

2023-09-16 Thread Steve
tick in his front fender. He ended up in an air ambulance as > I recall. Of course, he was running knobies with his fenders, which is > always a bad Idea. > > On Friday, September 15, 2023 at 6:28:06 PM UTC-7 steve...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> As a semi-fanatical fender fre

[RBW] PDW Safety Tabs

2023-09-15 Thread Steve
As a semi-fanatical fender freak (aluminum please!) who advocates their use for nearly any and all bikes, I feel obliged to share that after rolling over several thousand miles of gravel forest service roads my tire kicked an unidentified object up into the front fender while at speed. It was

[RBW] Re: Sweepback bars, Clems, frame design, and efficient pedaling [upright bars: how does shorter or longer stem affect steering?]

2023-09-11 Thread Steve
stem that determines how a bike handles with any given handlebar or riding position, it's the sum of all the parts. Steve On Monday, September 11, 2023 at 2:49:24 PM UTC-4 Garth wrote: > Patrick, from my experience with the Bombadil, which has a rather long TT > for it's given size, (the 60c

Re: [RBW] Re: upright bars: how does shorter or longer stem affect steering?

2023-09-11 Thread Steve
Eddie, your initial post asking " how does shorter or longer stem effect steering?" has generated a a lot of interesting discussion about steering dynamics - but it seems that what you really want to get at is which size Roadini will work best for you with upright bars. You might start by

[RBW] Re: Return of the GOAT

2023-09-10 Thread Steve
Oh my darling Clementine.Gotta ask about that rear wheel. Pneumatic suspension. or ??? On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 2:29:22 PM UTC-4 Alex Wirth wrote: > My Dad was caretaking this beauty for the last couple years but has since > moved on to something with even lower

[RBW] Stark NAKED Platypus!!!

2023-07-20 Thread Steve
, how would you do the build? I'd enjoy hearing any thoughts, opinions, or words of wisdom. Steve -- 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 ema

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Eastern Indiana Cardinal Greenway

2023-07-18 Thread Steve
George, I went to school at BSU in the '70s as well. Wound up in Muncie for nearly the entire decade. Had some good times riding the backroads in that area. Some of it was on an old canti-framed Schwinn I paid $20 for and built up as a "Little 500" racer; drop bars, coaster brake, and a

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Eastern Indiana Cardinal Greenway

2023-07-18 Thread Steve
a similar problem when posting pics on this site. Reducing their digital size seems to have resolved it Steve On Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 7:01:17 PM UTC-4 Josh C wrote: > My first attempt at this. The site is a bit old tech. It kept telling me > that my post was too long, so I broke it u

[RBW] Re: Platypus w/fenders Brake choice

2023-07-15 Thread Steve
Thanks Dave! Deore it is then! I'll be posting pics probably as soon as I get it on the road. I love an excuse to take glamour shots of my bikes in the wild (it gives me a reason to dismount and rest for a moment) On Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 11:18:41 AM UTC-4 DavidP wrote: > Steve -

[RBW] Platypus w/fenders Brake choice

2023-07-15 Thread Steve
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[RBW] Re: 2023 Riv Geo Chart

2023-07-14 Thread Steve
Thanks for sharing this Max. I enjoy geeking out on the numbers! On Friday, July 14, 2023 at 7:50:46 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote: > Here's a little nugget from Will's email, I know a few people were looking > for the geo charts of the new frames. > Max > > -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Asheville Riv Rendesvous Recap

2023-07-14 Thread Steve
ypus. Hmmmgo figure. YES - let's do it again! Awesome bikes. Lovely people. Tasty Kool Aid. Steve from Asheville On Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 8:23:24 PM UTC-4 J J wrote: > Wow… it looks like such a brilliant gathering—fun people, beautiful > scenery, great vibes, and lovely bik

Re: [RBW] Re: Most Discreet Bell Placement

2023-06-30 Thread Steve
Discreet bells?Nah...no need to be discrete. Make a statement - wear your bell proudly! They're the mark of a courteous rider. On Friday, June 30, 2023 at 2:22:02 PM UTC-4 mrg...@gmail.com wrote: > It's plastic but this is my favorite bell >

[RBW] Re: ?How to Buy A Charlie H Gallop?

2023-06-20 Thread Steve
23 at 4:31:39 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: >> >>> Not so much anymore. Keep an eye on Instagram and the Riv Email >>> Newsletter, they'll probably announce a sale date just as the frames are >>> landing in Oakland. >>> >>> On Saturday, June 17, 2023 a

[RBW] ?How to Buy A Charlie H Gallop?

2023-06-17 Thread Steve
Okay - I'm going to ask a dumb one - here goes: I've set my sights on the Charlie - which will be my first Riv. I've noticed that popular models sell out quickly and suspect with the Charlies being new, they may get scooped right up. Best I can tell, RBW generally takes pre-orders. Can I

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

2023-06-16 Thread Steve
woop in top tube plus baby seat in front and kid > on rear rack seat is pretty flexy). I'm sure you'd be happy with the > Platypus, but more road and more flat dirt sounds like the perfect riding > for Charlie. > > That was more than I planned to write - anyone who re

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

2023-06-15 Thread Steve
; treated it like a mountain bike. I will note that after she acquired a dual > suspension MTB she said she didn't know how she got by riding the Cheviot > down those trails I was taking her and the kids on. > > On Thu, Jun 15, 2023 at 5:53 PM Steve wrote: > >> A question for any Proto C

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

2023-06-15 Thread Steve
A question for any Proto Charlie riders who may also have some experience with the Platy. I'm honing in on my FIRST Riv and have.narrowed the field to the Platypus vs the upcoming Charlie H. I recognize that the Platy frameset (either brazed or lugged) is a step above the TIG'd Charlie, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Ride in Asheville NC?

2023-06-13 Thread Steve
Dick, sorry you won't be able to make it that weekend. "40 mm Little Big Ben's...Could I do those Bent Creek area forest roads on that bike?" Absolutely!!!Come on up from Brevard and give it a go! On Tue, Jun 13, 2023 at 1:03 PM Dick Pahle wrote: > I've been following this for a while

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Ride in Asheville NC?

2023-06-12 Thread Steve
it as an attachment). We're also planning on providing a lead and a sweep.. Stay tuned for more info as the gathering approaches. Our local planning group will be meeting in the near future to finalize things. Hope to see you in Asheville, Steve On Monday, June 12, 2023 at 1:19:35 PM UTC-4 brok

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s say I made my Clem into a “gravel bike”

2023-06-07 Thread Steve
Piaw, , goose poop is definitely worse. Zoology 101; geese (as do all birds) excrete their urine through the same orifice as their stool. So, for the record, goose poop is an acidic mix of piss and $H!T. Use FENDERS and just say NO to bird poo! On Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 4:35:01 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s say I made my Clem into a “gravel bike”

2023-06-07 Thread Steve
Ted, goose poop is definitely worse. Zoology 101; geese (as do all birds) excrete their urine through the same orifice as their stool. So, for the record, goose poop is an acidic mix of piss and $H!T. Use FENDERS and just say NO to bird poo! On Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 4:39:52 PM UTC-4 Ted

[RBW] Re: FS: 61.5 Swoopy Proto Gallop in silver, with canti studs

2023-06-07 Thread Steve
I don't know if there were any geometry changes because > of that. Most likely nothing to any major degree. > > On Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 9:42:49 PM UTC-4 steve...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Wondering if anyone knows the status of the Gallop? I really like what >> I've been seeing

[RBW] Re: FS: 61.5 Swoopy Proto Gallop in silver, with canti studs

2023-06-06 Thread Steve
Wondering if anyone knows the status of the Gallop? I really like what I've been seeing on this thread but have been unable to track down any mention of when they might be expected. I'm smitten by the Charlie's lines - that curvaceous top tube that's not quite low enough to call a "step

[RBW] Re: Shifters - UNO shifter

2023-06-06 Thread Steve
Luke, I've got a couple for you - questions, that is. Will the Uno lever mount on a Shimano compatable Paul Thumbie ?I'm thinking of replacing my current 11 speed Microshift. lever which I run mounted on the Thumbie. Also, what is the length of the Uno lever measured from say the

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s say I made my Clem into a “gravel bike”

2023-06-05 Thread Steve
Words of Wisdom: "...don't overthink it too much. Just start riding and call it good!" Well said Josiah! On Monday, June 5, 2023 at 1:16:28 PM UTC-4 Josiah Anderson wrote: > As a counterpoint to Jim and Brendon, I think supple tires are well worth > the money (and that's coming from a

[RBW] Re: Let’s say I made my Clem into a “gravel bike”

2023-06-04 Thread Steve
A contrarian POV from a committed Fender Freak who says if you want fenders - Go For It! I've been riding gravel fire roads and moderate single track in the Southern Appalachians on bikes with aluminum fenders for several years now and would be loath to give them up, even though they

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

2023-05-29 Thread Steve
David - Sweet looking Platy, I dig your build - It wears those fenders well. I've been daydreaming about my next bike and am gravitating toward a Platy, or possibly a Suzy/Wolbis. If you don't mind a few questions; - I'm guessing VO Fluted 63mm fenders? - How wide are those Gravel Kings,

[RBW] Re: Underbiking

2023-05-23 Thread Steve
" ...maybe some day the wheel will turn and drop bars off road will come back into fashion Piaw, it's already happening. See: Tumbleweed, Salsa, Kona, Bearclaw, and the list goes on. I personally prefer a sweptback bar for the rough stuff so I can shift my weight rearward. taking some of the

[RBW] Re: Lightweight chi-chi saddlebag of about 9 liters / 61 ci

2023-05-23 Thread Steve
is reasonable and her work is flawless. Definitely worth a look - https://www.dillpicklegear.com/picklejar/ Steve On Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 2:30:57 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > Speaking of light ~9 liter saddlebags: Can anyone recommend a custom maker > with a proven record of q

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini 1000 mile review

2023-05-19 Thread Steve
I love the orange Roadinis and I really like your build. Some may not agree, but there is something about a bike whose rider pushes it beyond its design intent.Is that an Shimano Ultegra crank that's you've set up as a 1x? Looks good, On Friday, May 19, 2023 at 8:35:17 PM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Ride in Asheville NC?

2023-05-19 Thread Steve
Brokebike - You done good - it's a beautiful campground. My wife and I have been saying for years that if we didn't live only 10 miles from Powhatan it would be our favorite camping destination. On Friday, May 19, 2023 at 8:18:02 AM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > I got a campsite reserved at

[RBW] Re: spacing between chainrings

2023-05-13 Thread Steve
Joel, for purposes of chaining I'd suggest ignoring the bash guard and reference your chainline as you would for a conventional double (the bash guard is irrelevant to tchainline considerations. If you happen to have a long enough meter/yardstick (or something like it) you can lay one end

Re: [RBW] Re: My bike is lighter than any of yours Hah !!!

2023-05-04 Thread Steve
end! >> >> On Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 1:37:37 PM UTC-7 steve...@gmail.com wrote: >> >>> [image: Woom.jpeg] >>> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >&

Re: [RBW] Re: My bike is lighter than any of yours Hah !!!

2023-05-04 Thread Steve
end! >> >> On Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 1:37:37 PM UTC-7 steve...@gmail.com wrote: >> >>> [image: Woom.jpeg] >>> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >&

Re: [RBW] Re: lock ring too tight

2023-05-01 Thread Steve
Adam, let us know what you discover when (& if) you loosed the ring. To my eye your picture looks like the thin washer on the lock ring shredded (if there was one - usually is with Shimano in my experience) On Monday, May 1, 2023 at 2:43:33 PM UTC-4 David Hallerman wrote: > I think, Luke, part

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

2023-04-29 Thread Steve
Bryce, nice touring set up. How'd tha Sam do with that load? On Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 1:41:50 AM UTC-4 brycel...@gmail.com wrote: > Really starting to get excited for spring. Here's a snap from a recent > shakedown ride on my Sam, in preparation for a tour on the CO canal. > > On Friday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Heck, even my Monocog is lighter than your Platypus. [Monocog with Specialized Hover bar]

2023-04-29 Thread Steve
/www.instagram.com/reel/CrohxSlgzAY/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= > On Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 3:24:54 PM UTC-4 steve...@gmail.com wrote: > >> "My bike is lighter than a bike that's heavier than my bike but heavier >> than a bike that's lighter than my bike. True story. " >> >

Re: [RBW] Re: Heck, even my Monocog is lighter than your Platypus. [Monocog with Specialized Hover bar]

2023-04-29 Thread Steve
"My bike is lighter than a bike that's heavier than my bike but heavier than a bike that's lighter than my bike. True story. " Now Joe, that's just silly. Come to think of it, this whole thread is just silly - which is probably why I keep following it ; ) On Friday, April 28, 2023 at 11:30:26 

Re: [RBW] Re: Heck, even my Monocog is lighter than your Platypus. [Monocog with Specialized Hover bar]

2023-04-28 Thread Steve
In the words of Sly Stone, "Different strokes for different folks". Nuff said. On Friday, April 28, 2023 at 4:52:23 PM UTC-4 Steven Sweedler wrote: > On big climbs do you ride in the drops of with hands on the ramps. Steve > > On Fri, Apr 28, 2023 at 1:32 PM Garth wrote: &

Re: [RBW] Re: [BOB] Is there a short "under-top-tube" bag that is not a frame bag and snugs up to the head tube?

2023-04-17 Thread Steve
5:45 PM, Brian Turner wrote: >>> >>>  >>> Bags by Bird “Better Half”? >>> >>> Better Half - Small Short (S-M Bikes) >>> <https://www.bagsxbird.com/product-page/better-half-framebag-1> >>> bagsxbird.com >>> <https://www.bagsxbird.com

[RBW] Re: Pamela Murray: Bike Hero

2023-04-05 Thread Steve
Go Pam! You are an inspiration and a role model. Bicycle advocacy at its best! On Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 9:49:16 PM UTC-4 Pam Bikes wrote: > Thanks for posting Leah. And for all the kind words. If everyone rode > bikes, think how much better we would all be. Each person, each >

[RBW] Re: Ramouillet max tire

2023-03-31 Thread Steve
Chocolate Brown on Cappuccino by Joe Bell - Levan, please post a pic, I'd love to see it! On Friday, March 31, 2023 at 1:59:55 PM UTC-4 leva...@gmail.com wrote: > So, I just acquired the complete wonderfully repainted by Joe Bell > Chocolate Brown on Cappuccino Rambouillet that you may have

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Riders in Western NC

2023-03-15 Thread Steve
e planning further > from there or else pick different dates and try again. Here is the link to > the poll: https://doodle.com/meeting/participate/id/eXQgKnka > > Gary > > On Monday, March 13, 2023 at 11:00:51 PM UTC-4 steve...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Gary, I second

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Riders in Western NC

2023-03-13 Thread Steve
ridden up that way for over a decade. Good to hear it's still decent riding. On Mon, Mar 13, 2023 at 6:23 PM 'Gary L' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Steve - Yes, Bent Creek and the River Arts sounds good. We could also add > another ride the following

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders in Western NC

2023-03-12 Thread Steve
with a stop for food & beverage. Anyone want to weigh in? On Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 12:28:31 PM UTC-4 Gary L wrote: > Steve, I agree that July 4 wknd would not be the best time for a gathering > as Asheville gets mobbed then. But if we can find a suitable date I’d be > happy to h

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders in Western NC

2023-03-11 Thread Steve
gt;>>>>> wants to >>>>>>>>>>> stay overnight Jann and I have two guest bedrooms and lots of >>>>>>>>>>> floorspace >>>>>>>>>>> for those who may not mind crashing there in a sleeping

Re: [RBW] Re: Downtube bosses predicament

2023-03-11 Thread Steve
Ryan -Oh yeah - been there, done that!Here's one more trick you can try that I've had success with. Start with lube as suggested (maybe lay the frame on its side so gravity can promote penetration of the lube). Apply some "gentle heat" with something like a hair blow dryer. After the

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Riders in Western NC

2023-03-03 Thread Steve
gt;>> wants to >>>>>>>>>>> stay overnight Jann and I have two guest bedrooms and lots of >>>>>>>>>>> floorspace >>>>>>>>>>> for those who may not mind crashing there in a sleeping bag. Neat

[RBW] Re: A formal request to one of you...

2023-02-23 Thread Steve
Hmm...did the B68 sitting in a box in my garage (along with its sprung version cousin) just turn into gold? On Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 9:20:26 AM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Leah > > Much more importantly, I'm in Michigan this week and it's my first time to > see an ice storm. It's

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders in Western NC

2023-02-15 Thread Steve
At 73, > I'm guessing I'm as old or older than him. :-) To Steve in Asheville. I > know the areas you mention well. The hills around here can be brutal, > especially for an old slow guy like me. > > I've ridden from my home in Brevard to the Parkway (Blue Ridge Parkway) > once

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders in Western NC

2023-02-13 Thread Steve
I'm in Asheville. Not currently on a Riv but am giving one some serious thought (which is why I'm on this group). I occasionally ride fire roads in the Pisgah starting from the Hub. Last spring I did a ride from the Arboretum at Bent Creek to the Hub (still sore from that one!). Been thinking

[RBW] Re: 650b Homer

2023-02-12 Thread Steve
Wow, I really like that understated, elegant color (yes, I'm drooling). I've seen that style of stem on circa 1990's MTBs - I've owned a Trek that had one like it, though I think it was 1 1/8". To my eye, with your level top tube a stem with about a neg 17 degree rise would complement

[RBW] Re: New guy in North Carolina

2023-02-11 Thread Steve
had a Ritchey Swiss Cross with some > Steilacooms on it for rough stuff and it excelled. Super zippy and it > simply hopped over rocky stuff. It also rattled me nearly to death lol > > I wish you the best in procuring one of those models of Rivendell, Steve. > I myself have an

[RBW] Re: Just restored '95 Riv Road

2023-02-09 Thread Steve
Wow! Beautiful restoration. I love the fact that you've owned the bike since it's inception - and are still into it enough to lavish that much love on it. Thanks for posting. Share some more pics. I'd love to see the details. On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 10:36:36 AM UTC-5

Re: [RBW] FS on Facebook - Atlantis 64cm (2016)

2023-02-05 Thread Steve
ght the Altantises (?) in those bigger sizes only came in 700c? > > Eric > > > On Sunday, February 5, 2023, Steve wrote: > >> Saw this on the Asheville, NC FB Marketplace. Appears mildly neglected >> with meh components. 650B wheel set. Posted early today (

[RBW] FS on Facebook - Atlantis 64cm (2016)

2023-02-05 Thread Steve
Saw this on the Asheville, NC FB Marketplace. Appears mildly neglected with meh components. 650B wheel set. Posted early today (2/5). Asking $2500 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1375605226597529/?ref=search_code=null_story_type=post -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: ISO/WTT/WTB

2023-02-02 Thread Steve
Nick, thanks for sharing the DIY seat bag mount. Brilliant use of the stoker stem! Patrick, please be sure to post when you pull your project together. (Sorry I have nothing to offer for it) I've used a Carradice Bagman which mounts off the saddle rails. It was okay but I definitely think

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-01-30 Thread Steve
Ron, judging from the pic your Gus looks to be one of filet brazed models? Nicely done build! I've been thinking about a Homer, but more and more the ATB qualities of the Gus/Susie and even the Platypus are looking attractive, and I think would be a better successor for my hard tail carbon

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm SimpleOne

2022-10-17 Thread steve
Beautiful bike. Where did you get the smiley face cable carriers? Steve On Monday, October 17, 2022 at 12:17:35 PM UTC-4 jasonz...@gmail.com wrote: > A quick explanation of what's going on here: > > I purchased this bike a year ago and decided to polish it up to new with > some

Re: [RBW] Homer 6 months review and questions

2022-07-26 Thread Steve Cole
should be better for health, strength, stamina, etc. Not much better, I admit, but this thinking has stopped me from focusing on weight and not the joy of riding. I don't know whether this is any help. I hope so. Steve Cole Arlington, Virginia On Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 5:19:01 AM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Re: Does anybody out there have Paul Minimoto FRONT brakes on their Atlantis?

2022-07-21 Thread 'steve bishop' via RBW Owners Bunch
Paul Components has a video here that may help out:  https://youtu.be/k6droVDLMXM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Thu, 21 Jul 2022 at 14:54, Brian Forsee wrote: Sorry to get off topic but Bill your Legolas is DREAMY. Hopefully one of these days I'll be able to track one down for

[RBW] Trouble posting help requested

2022-06-02 Thread Steve Fiduccia
that be the issue? I see other do it without problems. Please advise. Thanks, Steve -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Re: DIY Support Rack for Large Saddlesack

2022-05-02 Thread steve
Michael, What is the left side chain powering on that bike? Steve On Monday, May 2, 2022 at 12:46:52 PM UTC-4 Michael Ullmer wrote: > I recently picked up a Large Saddlesack off the list (thanks Captain > Conway!) and needed a rear support rack for it. I had cut up some older &

[RBW] Re: Production year of my Sam Hillborne?

2022-04-12 Thread steve
My first numbers of my serial are M13 and I got mine in 2013. Steve On Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 3:19:50 PM UTC-4 steve wrote: > Eric, > I think you are reading it correctly. > > On Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 1:23:36 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Hi everyon

[RBW] Re: Production year of my Sam Hillborne? My first numbers of my serial are M13 and I got mine in 2013. Steve

2022-04-12 Thread steve
Eric, I think you are reading it correctly. On Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 1:23:36 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi everyone -- I'd like to know the production year of my Hillborne. > Cantilever posts, no cream headtube, made at Maxway. Hopeful some Riv > historians might now what year

[RBW] Re: What saddles are women using on their Riv mixtes?

2022-02-05 Thread Steve Cole
And Gilles Berthoud also ships to the U.S. Very good to work with and very fast delivery -- 2 or 3 days. And likely to be less costly than purchasing stateside. Steve Cole Arlington, VA On Friday, February 4, 2022 at 11:30:23 AM UTC-7 John Phillips wrote: > Rene Herse sells the Gil

[RBW] Re: BikeSnobNYC, 2022 Five Boro NYC Bike tour promo video on Platypus. Reviews of prior tours requested.

2022-02-05 Thread Steve Cole
thing to do than ride carless NYC streets. There were loads of cyclists on all types of bikes. Still, I never felt crowded. If you have the time, go for this. And, be prepared to smile at your great good fortune. Steve Cole Arlington, Virginia On Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 5:25:45 AM UTC

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 55cm HillborneW

2022-02-04 Thread steve
What stem shifters are on the Sam? On Friday, February 4, 2022 at 11:14:45 AM UTC-5 Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: > Possibly. What exactly are you looking for? and at what price range? > > A > > On Fri, Feb 4, 2022 at 8:04 AM Brady Smith wrote: > >> Hi Ahmed, >> >> Any chance you'd consider parting

[RBW] Re: Bar end vs Downtube

2021-12-25 Thread steve
I guess I’m not the only one still using Inolights! On Saturday, December 25, 2021 at 10:11:48 AM UTC-5 KenP wrote: > I have tried four ways. I like thumb shifters the best on upright bars > because my hands are usually on the grips and there is immediate reach. > The second choice for

Re: [RBW] Susie & Gus take a 40 day Vacation

2021-10-30 Thread 'steve bishop' via RBW Owners Bunch
Maaan! What a great itch to scratch! Steve Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sat, 30 Oct 2021 at 2:08, Jared Wilson wrote: After seeing a couple photos on Riv's IG I was really hoping we'd eventually get a trip report, and boy have you've delivered! Cheers! Jared in SLO On Friday

Re: [RBW] Short Riv Ride Video.

2021-10-26 Thread 'steve bishop' via RBW Owners Bunch
Nice! Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Wed, 27 Oct 2021 at 3:12, brendonoid wrote: Not sure if this link to my google drive will work but a friend made a short video of us on day one of our adventure last weekend. Thought I would share it with the group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Need inspiration: Show me your wrapped handlebars, please?

2021-10-24 Thread 'steve bishop' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks for replying Erik.Glad as a noob that I came up with something on the relative "rad-scale"! Steve  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sun, 24 Oct 2021 at 22:52, Erik wrote: ODI grips!  Oh, man...that takes me wy back to my early BMX bikes.  I can feel them ju

Re: [RBW] Adventure Novels

2021-10-24 Thread 'steve bishop' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Steve (UK) here. Touching the Void by Joe Simpson (non-fiction) The film is gripping, true to the story and very realistic- the book is even better. In 1985, two young climbers, Joe Simpson and Simon Yates, set out to be the first to reach the summit of the Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes

[RBW] Re: FS - Wheelset -- Virtually New -- Top Components

2021-10-18 Thread Steve Cole
Sold. On Friday, October 15, 2021 at 2:32:17 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > Rear spacing? I think Sora is 130. > > > > On Friday, October 15, 2021 at 10:39:51 AM UTC-7 Steve Cole wrote: > >> I’m selling a barely used 700c wheelset. When I say barely used, they >&

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

2021-10-12 Thread Steve Cole
, that's really good. Best, Steve On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 6:28:29 PM UTC-4 Hugh Smitham wrote: > > > On Mon, Oct 11, 2021, 7:08 AM Steve Cole wrote: > >> Hugh, >> >> I appreciate this thread very much and your follow up questions. I've >> attached p

[RBW] Re: DMV Area Rivendell Riders

2021-10-12 Thread Steve Cole
Point, and my most regular ride a 10-miler from home around the U.S. Capitol and back. I tend to ride just after dawn as the trails are not crowded at that time. Thanks for starting this thread. Steve Arlington On Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 9:59:55 AM UTC-4 Tom Wyland wrote: > Hey, Tom h

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne build video

2021-09-29 Thread steve
Eric, Great video. I very much enjoyed watching. Great looking Sam. Steve Tuggle On Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 4:46:57 PM UTC-4 cycli...@gmail.com wrote: > Great video. Great color choice on the repaint (yay black and cream). > Glad the old BB finally was able to be extracted.

[RBW] Re: Seeking Sam Hillborne brochure 

2021-09-04 Thread steve
Eric, I can’t seem to post it to this but just sent you the brochure Steve Tuggle Yorktown, VA -- 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: For Sale: Riv Rosco Bubbe Mixte

2021-06-04 Thread Steve Butcher
Folks, Rosco has been sold. Thanks for all the inquiries. Steve. On Friday, June 4, 2021 at 1:18:18 PM UTC-5 Steve Butcher wrote: > > Hello Forum: Due to arthritic joints, I am offering for sale my sage > greeen 55cm. Rosco.Bubbe mixte. I am an 84 pbh.I purchased the frame &

[RBW] Rosco Bubbe Mixte PHoto atttempt.

2021-06-04 Thread Steve Butcher
I can text photos if you wnt them. Just let me know. Steve -- 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...@google

[RBW] For Sale: Riv Rosco Bubbe Mixte

2021-06-04 Thread Steve Butcher
for the bike. Terms of sale: I will pay for my LBS to pack the bike and shipment to be Bike Flights payed by buyer. Please message me off list with questions. I'm having issues getting photos to post so I can test them to you if you'll provide a number off list. Steve Butcher Stockton

[RBW] Re: Treetop goods Cafecito Bag for sale

2021-05-27 Thread Steve Butcher
This bag has been sold. On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 2:34:44 AM UTC-5 Steve Butcher wrote: > > Hello, forum. I'm offering for sale this lightly used bag made of dark > green waxed canvas and dark reddish brown leather. Treetop designed this > bag for carrying coffee making g

[RBW] ISO Son Dynamo, Widebody preferred

2021-05-15 Thread Steve Cole
. Steve Cole Arlington, VA -- 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 view this discussion on the

Re: [RBW] What draws you to a single speed bike?

2021-04-22 Thread Steve Gipson
I agree with all the comments here but there is another reason to go single speed and thats SPEED. I regularly rode geared and single speed bikes over rolling countryside paved roads often back to back and the single speed was invariably faster. The same holds true when i went offroad and

Re: [RBW] Rene Herse Randonneur bars with bar end shifters ?

2021-03-26 Thread Steve Palincsar
milled down, as is typical of Nitto-made bars. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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 ema

Re: [RBW] Re: Personal Experiences Request.

2021-02-04 Thread Steve Cole
. Not inexpensive, but I expect this great bike to be the one bike for the remainder of my riding. Good luck, Steve Cole Arlington, VA On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 5:47:41 AM UTC-5 Fullylugged wrote: > Prowheelbuilder.com has the silver color Shimano 105 (R7000) rear hub for > $61 and front f

Re: [RBW] Re: Widest tire fit on Homer Hilsen?

2021-02-03 Thread Steve Cole
Hi, I ride a Toyo AHH with Rene Herse Barlow Pass (700cx38) with fenders. I doubt you could go any larger with fenders and the 38 wide runs smoothly and holds the road well. Hope that helps. Steve Cole Arlington, VA On Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 9:27:45 AM UTC-5 Sean Cleary wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixte vs Diamond Frame

2021-01-27 Thread Steve Palincsar
me curious. I’ve never ridden a mixte. Other than mounting/dismounting, do owners of both types of bikes experience any real differences between riding a mixte and riding a diamond frame? Mixte-curious Melanie -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message b

Re: [RBW] Re: 9 Speed Cassette Availability

2021-01-26 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 1/26/21 10:16 PM, Tim Baldwin wrote: Steve, I agree starting cassettes with a 12 tooth cog makes more sense for most riders. Aeroperf and Paul, thanks for that feedback. It wasn't my intention to knock Alivio.I swapped the Deore brakes on my Atlantis for Paul Motolites with Paul levers

Re: [RBW] Re: 9 Speed Cassette Availability

2021-01-26 Thread Steve Palincsar
ettes. The 11-34 and 11-36 are pretty pricey though. Laing On Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 4:44:04 PM UTC-5 Tim Baldwin wrote: Steve, thanks for the links. I guess I meant hard to find in that I went to my LBS who did not have any in stock and could not find any currently available th

Re: [RBW] 9 Speed Cassette Availability

2021-01-26 Thread Steve Palincsar
thumb shifter in friction so I think I could make 10 speed work. However there's something about the ease of setup and maintenance of 9 speed shifting that makes me want to stay in that world. The only thing "wrong" with the 12-36 is it's kind of heavy. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria

Re: [RBW] Wheel Pull on My Toyo Atlantis?

2021-01-11 Thread Steve Palincsar
this has been a "go to a good bike shop" issue. On Monday, January 11, 2021 at 9:39:29 AM UTC-7 Steve Palincsar wrote: On 1/11/21 11:26 AM, nus...@gmail.com wrote: I need some help from the RBW hive mind. Recently I've noticed a drag or catch on my front tire/wheel when

Re: [RBW] Wheel Pull on My Toyo Atlantis?

2021-01-11 Thread Steve Palincsar
legroups.com <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/1c8e9630-58f6-49f1-9401-b1d03e803216n%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer>. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud vs. Brooks Saddlebag mounts

2020-12-20 Thread Steve Palincsar
saddle on one of my bikes - you can clearly see that the bag loops on the saddle are too close together for the bag. I have no familiarity with the Mente, but I own quite a few Aspin & Aravis saddles.  My Carradice Barley lines up just fine with the bag slots on the Aspin/Aravis. -- S

Re: [RBW] Berthoud vs. Brooks Saddlebag mounts

2020-12-19 Thread Steve Palincsar
than flat pieces of metal with holes in them) but they work just fine. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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 fro

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