[RBW] Anyone doing Seagull Century Saturday in Maryland?

Nope,. Have a good ride though! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Oh no, baskets catching on among the young!

That Arc'teryx bag is neat! Great coffee or picnic solution... Might not have much over my shop sack for regular commute activity but I'll keep an eye on it. Might gift one to my wife if I can get one that matches her Clementine! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

. Is really like to test ride a '17 Karate Monkey in 27.5+. Masmojo the Piolet and Wolverine are solid additions for consideration... Good call! Tony On Tue, Oct 4, 2016, 18:16 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > My Karate Monkey is my only bike a

Re: [RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

Chris L or anyone w/ experience. The ECR has a wider BB shell, 73 vice 68... seems pretty negligible but I've never ridden a wider BB myself. If the ECR is your 'only bike' would you be ok w/ the wider tread? Several have mentioned the Ogre fits larger tires, 2.5 vs 2.25(ish). I'm really

[RBW] Re: Your bike ride better with upright bars than drops?

I've just gone the other direction with my Saluki, albatross to noodles. I've played with both bars before and I'm sure I will again. Neither are perfect, in really enjoying the noodles right now and feel like I've got them dialed in correctly except for not enough brake power but the biggest

Re: [RBW] My First Rivendell + Ride Report

Great story and bike! Love the orange and appreciate the warning about our friends in TSA. Definitely a classy 'travel bike'. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

Any time you're in search of a 'last one' of anything that sets a pretty high bar! That said you picked two great bikes to compare and won't go wrong with either. How important is the Riv styling to you? I think it boils down to that, are you willing to pay for the Riv lugs, paint and

[RBW] Dynowheel and lights ordered :)

Congrats Jay! Can't wait to see it come together. Anyone done a side by side supernova e3 pro triple vs the iq-x? I've got a dyno wheel build for the Bombadil in the offing as well and have been considering both lights... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] VO vs Berthoud fenders

Saluki very well to I can add. Tony -- 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 g

[RBW] DC Area Friends Meet-up?

to get off work early in the week but something might work out for the Friday depending on how your timing comes together. I'd love to catch up, will you be bringing the Rambler?!? Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] Re: Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Atlas rims?

This where I go for tubeless tire info: http://g-tedproductions.blogspot.com/2016/03/ww4m-tubeless-tire-tips.html http://g-tedproductions.blogspot.com/2016/03/ww4m-tubeless-tire-tips-questions.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] FS: Riv Road Stnd-56cm-complete bike

Patrick all you have to do to slam the stem is buy the bike! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Road Stnd-56cm-complete bike

I've seen this bike in person, it's a beaut! Just getting a frame with 'RIVENDELL' boldly lettered on the down tube is a darn good excuse to buy. Good thing for me it's way to small. Erl - I guess this means my suggestion of mounting the frame in you living room as sculpture/art didn't

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

Wednesday night I was riding with the local club road ride and I sat up and let go of the bars at about 19 mph, and the bars wobbled like crazy. Today I was riding gravel at about 15 mph, and there wasn't a hint of shimmy when I sat up and let go of the bars. I ride lower tire pressure on

[RBW] Re: Which bikes should Rivendell keep selling?

cents, fun exercise. Like the 'one bike' discussion for an individual writ large. Tony -- 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-ow

[RBW] Thank you and "Enjoy the Ride!"

We'll miss your contributions Patrick, I hope you'll pass back through at some point. Tony -- 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] 2016 Indian Head Century Ride, Indian Head, MD

. I'm glad you represented the Riv group so well. Keep up the reports and photo's! Tony -- 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-ow

[RBW] How was your (Bike) Labor Day?

Anyone accomplish some projects or get a good ride in? I knocked out a couple satisfying but relatively minor projects on Sunday and got a nice ride in this morning. The XO-3 got a long-needed headset replacement - the original cup and ball bearing unit was pitted and loose, though after

Re: [RBW] Best way to remove lawyer lips

I picked up my frame. I >> used a hand file and it was easy and quick. I don't think a power tool is >> necessary. >> >> On Monday, September 5, 2016 at 9:11:43 AM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: >>> >>> My Saluki replacement fork I've been riding the past yea

[RBW] Best way to remove lawyer lips

splendidly lip-less dropouts. It starts at me mockingly from above my workbench all the time reminding me to always check/tighten my rack bolts! :) Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

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

Gorgeous, is been fun to watch the process and I'm impressed by the finished product. Keep up the ride reports! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] Re: An opportunistic Sunday

Steve I agree about the chain! It's a bit embarrassing to look at... oddly enough despite it's looks it's darn silent and hitting all it's shifts. I've got a spare chain in the garage earmarked for it though, maybe this weekend. Bill - I know! I can't believe it's been that long and I'm

[RBW] Re: An opportunistic Sunday

Ryan - Thanks! I feel more comfortable after the first TL failure honestly than before... now I have experienced one failure and gotten through it without having to 'phone a friend'. Not sure if that is normal but I do feel a bit more comfortable w/ the idea. Now I'm not that comfortable with

Re: [RBW] An opportunistic Sunday

://groups.google.com/* forum/m/#!topic/650b/8xC7RjxiVOM <https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/650b/8xC7RjxiVOM>) but nothing more authoritative than the thread. They do have a pretty pronounced 'hook', though my own experience yesterday would suggest not enough! Tony -- You received this m

[RBW] An opportunistic Sunday

Great weather and an unexpectedly long afternoon with my wife and daughter otherwise occupied conspired to grant me not one but two fun ride opportunities today! When I thought I had a only a 3 hour window I decided I'd get the Bombadil with it's new tubeless SBH EL's out on some gravel and

[RBW] Thinking of Selling my 56 A Homer Hilsen!

Adam what do you think of the WTB 47's on your AHH? They look sharp! Good luck with the sale, at that price it shouldn't last 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

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

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[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

John's post just reminded me that I swapped the Sele Anatomica for a Brooks Cambium. There is a big difference in rail lengths on these saddles and that would certainly change how the frame is loaded. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

This bike has descended hills on SE Minnesota and NE Iowa gravel roads at over 40 mph with no problems, but I haven't had a chance to try those hills since the spacer was put in last Winter. It is the low speed without hands wobble that Bill describes that is bothering me. Since the needle

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

This is a 61 cm Atlantis. The tire pressure looks like a good place to start experimenting. I have been running the Cazadero at about 30-35 psi on the front because of our chunky gravel roads. The seatbag and contents probably weigh less than a pound, but I may try to see how a handlebar bag

[RBW] Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

>From the beginning: The original owner purchased it as a frameset in '99 because at the time, the future of the Atlantis was questionable. He built the bike and never rode it because he found a Waterford that he liked better. I bought it barely used a few years ago and have put a few thousand

Re: [RBW] Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

forward to the next scheduled ride as well! Tony On Thu, Aug 18, 2016 at 12:28 PM René Sterental <orthie...@gmail.com> wrote: > Excellent report! I felt I was there! > > René > > > On Thursday, August 18, 2016, WETH <erlhous...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> Jeff, >

[RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Your Atlantis looks great Mark! I like the non-aero levers to. Bar change must be in the air.. I've been riding with alba's on my Saluki for over a year now and have been getting itchy to put Noodles back on. I almost started last night but ended up messing around with my XO3 instead

[RBW] Re: Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

Thanks James, I sent you a note off list! Tony -- 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.co

[RBW] Dose of humility, and satisfaction

I certainly haven't claimed to be any good at riding singletrack even though I've been enthusiastically enjoying it on mostly solo rides around a local municipal park with plenty of trails. So why I thought it was a good idea to join in with the intermediate (medium) Thurs night MTB Group ride

[RBW] Re: Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

Sure thing, I was waffling on what to bring so this makes it easier! On Thursday, August 11, 2016 at 12:12:35 PM UTC-4, Gravel & Grind Espresso + Bikes wrote: > Tony, bring the Bomba! I'm thinking about getting one, and I'd love to > see one in person! > > On Tuesday, Aug

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

Seem's like a couple of folks built up their own 'proto-clems' while we were waiting for the first batch's delivery. I've got 2-3+ of these frames/projects hanging out at any given time that fit the description. Right now I've got the XO-3/single speed w/ m-bars and a blown out B17 saddle, an

[RBW] Re: Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

I'm looking forward to the bikes n coffee this weekend! My wife and I can't ride yet with the 7 week old in tow but I'll bring her Clementine and either my Saluki or Bombadil to show... Hope to see plenty of folks out there! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

Great looking bike Rene! I enjoy reading about people's 'journey' to their bike decisions to. Definitely share some ride reports soon! -- 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: FS/T - 26" White Industries Eno SS Wheel

Pictures added as requested by several folks. Also I forgot to mention that while the hub is currently spaced 130mm for my XO-3 I will include the 135mm axel spacers from WI and it's a 5 min job to switch to 135. So this wheel/hub would work in either spacing. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: FS/T - 26" White Industries Eno SS Wheel

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Re: [RBW] FS/T - 26" White Industries Eno SS Wheel

Hey Captain, I would prefer to keep them together if only to avoid having to do the fw removal... But anythings possible, what are you offering for the FW alone and shipping? Tony On Tue, Aug 2, 2016 at 11:15 AM Conway Bennett < captainconwaybenn...@gmail.com> wrote: > Tony, > &g

[RBW] FS/T - 26" White Industries Eno SS Wheel

I'm scheming my way into a new configuration for my XO-3 to support its future role as baby carrier/errand getter bike and as a nod to my laziness (and the availability of hillbubba's excellent 26" dyno wheel set) I'm going to a geared rear wheel. That makes my trusty Eno wheelset available,

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

45ish front, 60 rear - stampede pass el's on my Bob Jackson... And I'm around 215lbs. -- 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: Less expensive 650b alternatives to Compass/GB tires?

I picked up 2 sets of the parimotos for less than the price of a single set of EL compass/GB last year... Still going strong on that first pair of parimotos but I think about what I am missing from the EL's every ride! :) Am I actually missing something or just have it stuck in my head...?

Re: [RBW] Singletrack with my eldest and her Clementine

What a fun looking day! Glad she loves her Clementine. -- 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

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

Thank you all very much, I truly couldn't be happier! -- 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

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

Thanks Patrick! I opted for 2.25 Nobby Nic's for the trail ride so I'll have to go back and do a direct comparison. I expect I'd see a difference in 2 big area's; slow (very) speed climbing on loose dirt and taking large roots/rocks/obstacles without a good approach. In my granny I was

[RBW] Some things change, some stay the same

I'd like to introduce my daughter Rebecca Lynne, born 6/23/2016. She and her mother are doing great, we've been enjoying the first two weeks home from the hospital and couldn't be happier. I can't wait to get her started on bicycling adventures in about 6 months or so... whenever I get the

[RBW] Re: Show Bill your British Racing Green Bike.

I was going for BRG in a matte finish with this Saluki paint job and I'm pretty happy w/ it. A bit darker would have been even better. Love a BRG bike or auto. Tony <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lzmqED94Uhg/V3HauMsBgvI/PPE/xLwX6VWu5QoslvfL3FmnjHxGZRV74eanACLcB/s1600/DSC_1

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day - Hunqapillar FINALLY!

you! Tony -- 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-ow

[RBW] Re: RBW List takes over West Point Inn

one I love, I don't want no love at all. Shady Grove, my true love, Shady Grove, my darling. Shady Grove, my true love, I'm going back to Harlan Tony On Sunday, June 26, 2016 at 4:03:02 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Someone needs to write report on this. > > Such a great tim

[RBW] Re: Need your advice on headsets

The headset on my Toyo-built Atlantis would never stay tight, so the LBS machined the headtube when they tore it down to reapply Frame Saver. It still didn't stay tight, so another LBS added a spacer because the headset apparently ran out of threads on the fork. If I were to replace the

Re: [RBW] Re: Grizzly Peak Century mixed terrain options - May 1, 2016

uring the day, met some very nice kindred souls (including another Atlantis rider and his buddies), and had a great time. Dave, I probably had the fattest tires, most people rode cyclocross bikes. Tony On Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at 2:00:24 PM UTC-7, Jack Doran wrote: > > Was pretty fun, but

[RBW] Re: Rivs on the Great Divide Route?

help with. https://www.flickr.com/photos/51959000@N08/page1 Tony "Where the rivers change direction - across the Great Divide" _ Kate Wolf On Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 2:10:25 PM UTC-8, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Hello, > > . How about it, any of you taken y

[RBW] Re: FW:

Nice looking bike Tom, I particularly like how the cable housing 'hugs' the wicker basket! -- 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: Consolidating some of the reminder threads into an FAQ thread?

A hearty Sixithed... :) -- 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] Bridgestone MB-2

Nice work! So you printed for own replacement decals? Pretty neat. The whole build looks like a fun and useful bike. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2016/03/five-riv-morning.html Erl's Romulus project came full circle (at least to me) this morning as we met for morning coffee in Georgetown. The Romulus looks striking, the 'Ford Blue' really pops in person even more than I think it does in photos. Great work Erl

Re: [RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Thanks guys! On Mon, Mar 28, 2016, 11:44 Shoji Takahashi <shoji.takaha...@gmail.com> wrote: > Congrats to you, Tony and family. Riding with a child and family is a > wonderful experience. > > shoji > > > On Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 8:55:07 PM UTC-4, WETH wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Thanks again for the shared pictures and experiences, after the preponderance of info provided here my wife seems willing to 'give it a try'... :) It'll be a while though we're expecting our first child mid-June which I think puts Yepp mini eligibility somewhere in the winter-ish timeframe.

Re: [RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Thanks Keith and Shoji! Another quick and satisfying answer. On Fri, Mar 25, 2016, 08:25 Shoji Takahashi <shoji.takaha...@gmail.com> wrote: > Great pic, Keith. I love how Lucy's using the bullmoose as a toe rest. > > > Tony, > I'm 5'7"-- on a tall day. I've had no prob

Re: [RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Nice Keith! Question from my wife who I showed the picture to... For shorter folks with a front mounted child do you have any problem seeing over them? Thanks, Tony On Thu, Mar 24, 2016, 20:54 Keith Muller <pharmer...@gmail.com> wrote: > Daniel, > > They are Velo Orange Flutt

[RBW] Re: Unofficial Bike to Work Day

I'm sorry to have missed the morning ride as I headed out of town for work... A week and a half of no bike commuting is a bummer! Glad to hear the metro stoppage didn't mix up any of you all! Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

axis I'm wondering if it makes a difference. Are drops and moustache bars definitely out for use with the yepp? Tony -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Playing Hooky to enjoy the weather

Great shot Erl! The sky was lovely this morning. I like the Atlantis with Albatross bars, seems like a perfect match. On Thu, Mar 10, 2016, 09:19 islaysteve wrote: > Great photo, Erl! The checkerboard paving and of course the Atlantis add > to the composition. >

[RBW] Re: Playing Hooky to enjoy the weather

Thanks Ryan! The Saluki got the duty Monday... Maybe the Bob Jackson tomorrow, I've been trying to keep the cycle going now that they are all up and running simultaneously! Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] Re: Playing Hooky to enjoy the weather

A truly excellent life decision! I couldn't make the magic happen for myself with an early departure but I did get some extra miles in before work today... caught sunrise from the Key Bridge and then a delicious Americano from Baked and Wired in Georgetown... it's hard to have a bad day after

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

Hey David, I'd like to join - count me in. Tony Almeida On Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 8:48:23 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > We have reserved the entire facility for those two nights, and want to > pack in as many people as we can. We hope many of you living in the Bay >

[RBW] Re: Any Gevenalle users?

I replaced the vintage Ultegra brifters with the Audax shifters on our tandem a few years ago. I wasn't able to use bar-end shifters because we already had a lever for the drum brake in the end of the bar. The shifters work perfect in friction mode on the 3x8 derailleurs. The shifters are in

Re: [RBW] Re: East Coast Storm - Maryland Trail Conditions

Very cool Kevin, that's a healthy distance and definitely the most enjoyable way to get from Mt Vernon to Tysons I've heard of! :) I hadn't connected the fact that the W runs so close to Tysons and connects w/ Gallows before. I live near the MVT/4Mile Run intersection and take the MVT north

Re: [RBW] Re: East Coast Storm - Maryland Trail Conditions

t was brutal but, boy, what a great ride home later that > afternoon: downhill and a 15-20 mph tailwind virtually the whole way. > Didn't know a Hunqapillar could go that fast. > Kevin > > > On Friday, February 26, 2016 at 6:59:02 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: >> >> The wi

[RBW] Re: ISO VP 001 pedals.

I was shopping for the same, seems like a decent selection on ebay right now... -- 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: East Coast Storm - Maryland Trail Conditions

The wind was fierce today... I was sucking wind (literally) both ways and generally felt pretty worn out. Wind is the part of the forecast I pay the least attention to but days like today will make me rethink that! Did you have to shoulder your (great looking) XOXO over that monster or was

[RBW] FS - Paul, Thompson, White Industries, Berthoud, Phil, Surly

Berthoud bag is sold. Feel free to make an offer on any other item if your interested! Tony -- 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: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

Great looking bike! I love the kidney/grey scheme! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] FS - Paul, Thompson, White Industries, Berthoud, Phil, Surly

included - $85 Hit me up off-list with any questions/offers, I'm at home (DC area) this week and can ship immediately. I'm not looking for anything particular in trades but it doesn't hurt to ask! Thanks. Tony <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ixwp1Y51vHk/VsoUW6NqIiI/M4g/4ZeVSwE0

[RBW] Wald's all around

Multiple projects have been converging since late fall last year and I've actually got the majority of my and my wife's bikes up and running simultaneously. As I was moving bikes around in the garage I realized I needed to share a photo of the four Wald 137 equipped bikes, from left to

[RBW] Re: what bolts?

, since that's the only size I need - "Bondhus 48364 5mm Tamper Resistant Tip Hex L-Wrench with ProGuard Finish and Long Arm, 119mm, 5-Piece" $18 on Amazon. Tony On Friday, February 12, 2016 at 7:42:51 AM UTC-8, jeffrey kane wrote: > > Nothing against the Pit Lock using continge

Re: [RBW] Re: Nice ride today, or: everyone needs a gofast road bike.

So long as we're on the topic of go-fasts... what front chainring setups are people using? I've been eminently satisfied w/ the standard Riv'ish setup of a ~46-36-23ish on triples and am very happy w/ my 45 1x on my Saluki... But given that I'm limited to a 5 spd rear on my 120mm rear OLD go

[RBW] Stop, Swap and Save 2016

Nice Erl! I heard about the sale yesterday while I was over at my Co-Op and the manager was putting together his wares to take for sale. The pictures look great, awesome that Gravel and Grind brought a big display and several Rivs to. I really need to make it up there. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: what bolts?

You'd need the bolt by itself, all the Riv seat post braze ons in familiar with are recessed for a nut on one side and an Allen bolt recessed on the other. I'm guessing the Joe will follow suit. So it's just the length you need to figure out. I'm not positive but wouldn't the proper length

Re: [RBW] New Shoe's for the Bombadil

om] On Behalf Of Justin August > Sent: Tuesday, February 09, 2016 12:00 AM > To: RBW Owners Bunch > Subject: [RBW] New Shoe's for the Bombadil > > Tony- > Don't you have a Saluki or AHH too? > > Can you try that wheel set on that bike and see what the clearance looks > li

[RBW] Re: Nice ride today, or: everyone needs a gofast road bike.

I like your statutory minimum 4 proposal... Mostly because of conveniently aligns to my own stable! Saluki - commuter, all round Bombadil - singletrack fun-coaster, commuter alternate XO-3 - 'beater' (in the most endearing way), single speed Bob Jackson - go fast Is a fat bike somehow both

Re: [RBW] Re: New Shoe's for the Bombadil

r Saluki/AHH. No room for fenders on the chev, mostly due to the sidepull > brakes. > > > On Monday, February 8, 2016 at 11:59:39 PM UTC-5, Justin August wrote: >> >> Tony- >> Don't you have a Saluki or AHH too? >> >> Can you try that wheel set on that b

Re: [RBW] Re: too many handlebars: or convince me to use drops (or convince me to get cable splitters)

four are fine for my 7.5 mile commute though. Tony -- 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.co

[RBW] New Shoe's for the Bombadil

Thanks to list member's Chad, Phillip and Bryan my Bombadil has some new toys! Chad's LX/Synergy wheelset replaced a similar one that I cracked last summer (rear only),

[RBW] New Shoe's for the Bombadil

Thanks Chad! Yeah as much as I like the look of fresh yeah side walls they don't stay fresh for long. Justin I do have a 60cm canti-Saluki but I've got pretty firmly attached berthoud fenders with dyno light wiring running in them... So if might be a while before I try out this wheel set

[RBW] Re: Stripped CLEM dropout braze-on

Same issue with my wife's clementine... Liberal paint was an understatement. My first bolt sheared off in the braze on, then I sheared off a drill bit trying to drill it out... You can imagine what the audio was like in my garage. I contacted Riv and their advice was to chase all the threads

[RBW] Re: Latest Blug, MUSA clothing, and Crapmanship

A Cheviot!?! Awesome Erl, congrats. That green looks amazing in pictures, I can't wait to check it out in person. I did like his 'crapsmanship' mora knife handle. I've seen where you can buy the blade only blanks online so that would be a fun project. I won't miss the knickers. Given how

Re: [RBW] Grocery Run

Looks pretty deep! I found myself unable to maintain momentum even in fresh untouched snow much over 1' deep here in VA last week... Maybe I need more practice! :) Gorgeous shots as always, thanks for sharing. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Grocery Run

rised at how easy 4-5" was, but my tires measure 58 mm wide > (Race Lite). Of course, I was geared down quite a bit. > > What tires were you riding? I daresay 12" would have been very different. > > Virgin snow, not packed or rutted. > > On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 a

[RBW] Re: OT slightly: DCBR: DC Bike Ride May 22, 2016

Sounds awesome Erl, I'm going to pencil it in. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

Thanks Marty! The garage is a work in progress but I love having the space for bikes and other projects. My trail reconnoiter was pretty successful though I wish I'd found better conditions. My main route along the Mount Vernon Trail looks untouched by plows or treatment and impassable on my

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

Ordered a pair, awesome work thank you! Tony -- 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.co

Re: [RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

Alot of great looking bikes, all those Roadeo's and the pair of Hilsens. Some people are going to get great deals, even that 60cm green Cheviot is sweet looking. Good thing I'm fully stocked! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

Great to hear about everyone else's experience with the snow! I'm still in the 55% of unplowed residential streets in Alexandria though we do have plowed primary and secondary streets

[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

Great to hear about everyone else's experience with the snow! I'm still in the 55% of unplowed residential streets in Alexandria though we do have plowed primary and secondary streets close enough to walk to if we really wanted to get out and about. Speaking of which I finished the re-build

[RBW] Re: Grizzly Peak Century mixed terrain options - May 1, 2016

I didn't realize they decided to offer the route, add me to the 50. Here is a link to some of the trails. https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B_B7gHNDtapLbzNPdHZTR3pULUk=sharing Tony On Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at 11:20:45 AM UTC-8, Neil wrote: > > Apologies if this has been post

[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

Yes we really get the 'happy medium' of weather... I suppose. Those are 650Bx38 Parimoto's which measure closer to 40 on A23 rim's for me. No problems with traction, I was on the road closer to the start of the snow though and didn't encounter much ice. I imagine tomorrow's commute (for

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