Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

Thanks Tom, I think that was the cherry red from the Waterford list. I was expecting it to be darker, but I like the way it turned out. I'm sure the Riv folks would be happy to look up my order for the color if you are interested in getting one too! --Patrick, I use Kojaks in the winter to

Re: [RBW] Bar-swapping: Drops out, Jitensha bars in

I have a Cowchipper on my Roadeo and like it a lot. I went nuts and used a Woodchipper on my road bikes for a while. They are really funky with a super wide flare. I've done double centuries with the Woodchipper and never felt like I was miserable in the headwinds because of the bars. Only

Re: [RBW] I'll be at Riv and need some suggestions about the local area

Alcatraz is great, but you might have difficulty making a reservation. Muir woods now has limited parking that also requires a reservation. I highly recommend renting a bicycle in the city and riding along the Embarcadero through fisherman's wharf and to the golden gate bridge, followed by a trip

Re: [RBW] Un-un-unracing update: My first 622mm 200k, and a Sam Hillborne ride report 9-years later

I'm planning on San Francisco 300k and then Santa Cruz 400k, 600k. As far as the time goes, yeah, the other rides I did I sat around and enjoyed a bunch of food, but even then, I think my average speed on my ride was faster this time even with much less time for breaks. Hope to catch you on some

Re: [RBW] Un-un-unracing update: My first 622mm 200k, and a Sam Hillborne ride report 9-years later

It was a great day on the bike. I also felt strong, and it was the first time in my life that it felt like I had a tailwind all day. (It's usually the opposite!). I decided to ride my Roadeo because I didn't need lights for this ride and could enjoy riding unencumbered. For the 200k, I usually

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

I weighed my Roadeo out of curiosity and it is 22 lbs as shown in this picture, but without the wrap under the saddle. I suppose if you used a double crank and got a lighter seat, it might be close to 20 lbs, but that was not my goal for this bike. I like using the Roadeo for long rides with

Re: [RBW] Re: Houseless Sam Hillborne in Portland, Oregon

Bill, I'm sure you'd return the money if you knew that it came from someone who lost everything: http://articles.latimes.com/2011/sep/22/world/la-fg-japan-returned-money-20110923 This reminds me of the scores of unlocked bikes I saw in Tokyo--even the locked bikes I remember were not locked to

Re: [RBW] Re: Are you using your real name on here?

Toshi AKA Inigo Montoya. -- 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] Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

I set up my Ram 650b/front rack/fenders and used it as a long distance Randonneur bike, and it worked great for that function. I set up the Roadeo with no racks or fenders as a go fast club rider and supported rides. The ride is very similar, but I did notice that the Roadeo seems slightly more

Re: [RBW] Upright bars--my Cheviot review

, I want mtb style brake levers. > > Eric > > On Tue, Jan 23, 2018 at 11:28 PM, Toshi Takeuchi <tto...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> I'm basically a drop bar guy, but I love my wife's Betty Foy, so I >> thought it would be great to have a bike that I can just ride

[RBW] Upright bars--my Cheviot review

I'm basically a drop bar guy, but I love my wife's Betty Foy, so I thought it would be great to have a bike that I can just ride on with no fuss and I have it pitlocked so I can take it to the grocery and not have to worry about it getting stuff stolen too easily. The bike doesn't really turn too

Re: [RBW] Roadini as commuter?

I setup my Ram bike with a Mark's rack up front--yes with P-clamps, but it did the job just fine. I rode 2 600k brevets on it and it held up fine, and I had to carry a good amount up front and in my saddlebag. https://www.flickr.com/photos/42771204@N00/8176967200/in/dateposted-public/ Toshi --

Re: [RBW] Re: A Homer Hilsen vs LHT - Will I notice a difference?

I have an AHH and have ridden an LHT. There is no doubt that you would notice the difference. I've owned a more lively Surly Pacer and even that doesn't compare to the AHH. Rivs are very responsive to weight shifts, and just feel more comfortable. You might also consider the Sam Hillborne for

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Trainer Thoughts

I know that parents with young kids have very little spare time and I am happy to get a 30 minute to 1 hour spin after my kids go to sleep a couple times a week. I've used a cycleops mag trainer as well as wind trainer (noisier but more resistance). I bought the cheapest rear wheel I could from

Re: [RBW] SFR Marin Mountains 200k 10/28/2017 ride report

Congrats Bill, The SR next year will be easy in comparison. Toshi On Sun, Oct 29, 2017 at 5:35 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Epic long ride report for an epic long ride. Grab a beer > > > As many of you know I did a lot of riding over the last three months. A > big part

Re: [RBW] Re: 54 cm Rambouillet frame/fork/headset for sale--$400!!

I haven't gotten around to selling the Santana tandem yet. I was supposed to get rid of the Santana before I got the Hubbah, but I didn't and I'm not sleeping in the garage yet, but don't tell my wife that! Toshi On Fri, Oct 13, 2017 at 12:35 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

Good eye Dave, it's 69 cm. Toshi On Thu, Sep 14, 2017 at 5:16 AM, David Johnston <jdi...@gmail.com> wrote: > Oh well too small for me after all :p > > I'm curious about your Saddle height though for the bike. It looks > perfect in the pics so 68.5cm? > > -Dave J > &

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

Ha! It is somewhere around 52.5 C-T. My 54 Hilsen is tight in terms of my body parts and this custom has more room :). Toshi On Wed, Sep 13, 2017 at 7:43 PM Dave Johnston wrote: > Toshi, > I'm curious what size the frame is. When you go to sell it I think it will > fit me!

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

Hi all, The screw in the back is a recessed rack mount. My chainstays are 49 cm long from the center of the bb to the center of the rear dropout. I have a 24-38-48 crank with 11-34 cassette. See you, Toshi On Tue, Sep 12, 2017 at 2:13 PM, lum gim fong wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB 54 Rambouillet

I agree, I personally like the lug lining! Toshi On Mon, Sep 11, 2017 at 8:43 PM, bo richardson wrote: > your brakes on that bike sure look great. what kind are they? > did you get some supplemental pin striping? > > nice bike! > > -- > You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

I definitely had fun with the Rasta Paul skewers, but the other key features are credited to Mark Abele who worked with Mark Nobilette to not only implement the ideas but make it a work of art. Check out the front fender which Mark kept in place under the rack to maintain a beautiful curve. The

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

Hi Max--beautiful color! Hopefully the twins can ride together at a Riv gathering! Toshi On Mon, Sep 11, 2017 at 4:00 PM reynoldslugs wrote: > Toshi - > > That bike is stunning. The green looks pretty close to my emerald green > 2003 custom: > >

Re: [RBW] seatpost question

Hi Jim, If your friend uses a zero setback seatpost, he might gain an extra cm or so. I needed to do that when I needed to decrease seat height for my kid. Of course the seat may be pushed forward a little more, which could cause a different issue. Toshi On Mon, Sep 11, 2017 at 2:05 PM Jim S.

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

On Sun, Sep 3, 2017 at 6:22 PM Dave Johnston wrote: > Any more build pictures? > > Eagerly awaiting the full build!, > Dave > Picking up the built up custom tomorrow. Gonna take it for a spin home--will try to post some pics soon. Toshi > On Friday, August 18, 2017 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

Hi Lee, Yes Patrick is right, the stability is a feeling of being in control of the bike with the absence of any jittery feeling or twitchiness. I had a similar epiphany when I converted my Ram from 700c to 650b and went from 32 mm 700c tires to 42 mm 650b tires. The wide supple tires gave a

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

I don't have an instagram account either, but you can look at the riv instagram pictures through a link in the Blug. Here is the link to my picture: https://www.instagram.com/p/BX6vQ-gl7WQ/ Toshi On Fri, Aug 18, 2017 at 10:38 AM, 'Dave Small' via RBW Owners Bunch <

[RBW] Custom bike

Hi all, I've gotten several questions about the custom up on Instagram, so I thought I would tell you about the bike. I plan to use the 650b bike for randonneuring. It has the dropout that allows a wireless connection to a Schmidt dynamo. I'm planning to ride with 42mm Hetre/BSP tires. The 42s

Re: [RBW] Finally, I have Riv

I don't know Patrick. What you seem to be saying is that you don't equate vibrations with speed, and that's great, but I am not sure you understand what I am trying to convey: If you ride your bike for hundreds of miles with a setup, you get used to the hum of the road the vibrations that come

Re: [RBW] Saluki Links

As a youngster, I rode my bike in the courtyard of my apartment building complex over and over in circles. I had the bright idea that I did that circle so many times that I could ride it with my eyes closed. I tried it and ended up with six stitches in my forehead after gashing it on top of a

Re: [RBW] Finally, I have Riv

at 90. I think this idea originated > in a guess by Jan Heine back when he was first promoting the speed benefits > of wider, but very supple, tires. > > On Thu, Aug 3, 2017 at 6:06 PM, Toshi Takeuchi <tto...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> [...] Because you don't feel the road vib

Re: [RBW] Finally, I have Riv

The frame I had is a 54 cm (C-T) frame. It felt so stable on the 42s and the level of vibration goes down tremendously. Because you don't feel the road vibrations as much you think you are going slowly, but you are really going much faster than you might think. Toshi On Wed, Aug 2, 2017 at

Re: [RBW] Finally, I have Riv

Hi Bill, I used a Tektro R559 for the conversion. I have some pictures showing my blue ram with Synergy rims and Grand Bois Hetre tires (42 mm 650b). https://www.flickr.com/photos/42771204@N00/sets/72157631926815235/with/8154499211/ Best, Toshi On Tue, Aug 1, 2017 at 2:45 PM, Bill in Roswell

Re: [RBW] Finally, I have Riv

Hi Bill, Congrats on your Ram. It's a great bike! You can convert to 650b and that almost eliminates the TCO, but not entirely. I could run 42 mm with fenders on the 650b Ram. With that said, though, I did end up selling my Ram to a group member and getting a custom which should be finished

Re: [RBW] My first Rivendell: 54cm Rambouillet

Awesome Mike! Glad to see the bike in good hands and being appreciated. Toshi -- 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] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

r bamboo as persuaders, though I as the sole American got > by with frowns and finger waggings. > > On Sun, Apr 9, 2017 at 12:51 PM, Toshi Takeuchi <tto...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> I qualify as a fountain pen geek and agree that the Lamy Safari is a fine >> pen. My favorite

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I qualify as a fountain pen geek and agree that the Lamy Safari is a fine pen. My favorite is the Lamy 2000. It writes as well as any pen can write, and it's discreet because the nib is hooded so it doesn't attract attention. Japanese make wonderful fountain pens too. Pilot pens are my favorites.

Re: [RBW] Re: 54 cm Rambouillet frame/fork/headset for sale--$400!!

Thanks to everyone for the interest in the frame, but it is now sold. Best regards, Toshi -- 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] 54 cm Rambouillet frame/fork/headset for sale--$400!!

OK folks, I bought this frame a few years ago for $900, but am willing to sell it to a good home for $400. I went over the frame and found a very slight ding in the downtube. You can see it in the high res picture right near the decal where the "a" of Rambouillet is. I probably bought the bike

Re: [RBW] Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.

What in the world are those crazy curvy bars above the Riv bars? Are they some wierd time trial things? Toshi On Wed, Feb 8, 2017 at 8:47 AM, Richard Rios wrote: > Looks like Blue Lug has Riv's new bars or something very close to them on > sale. I am thinking about

Re: [RBW] Legolas/Roadeo Owners: Threadless stem size vs quill

I use a 9 cm stem on my 650b Homer and went with a 9 cm threadless on my Roadeo. The top tube is significantly shorter on the Roadeo than Homer, but this allows me to ride most comfortably in the drops (whereas most comfortable position on Homer is probably bar tops/hoods, so it works out great

Re: [RBW] Re: Affordable Roadeo?--Blue Rosco-Road Frameset!

Actually, I wasn't in the market for a Bosco--rather Grant wanted me to try the long chainstays to see if I would like it in a road bike, and my answer is they are great! I feel like the bike has a great sense of stability but retains the maneuverability/responsiveness I expect from a road bike.

[RBW] Affordable Roadeo?--Blue Rosco-Road Frameset!

I was at RBW HQ the other day and rode the Blue Rosco-Road Frameset. My PBH is too small for the bike, but Grant wanted me to try a bike with longer chainstays and wow, was that bike awesome! It was super stable with the long chainstays, but really responsive to weight shifts and steering. It's

Re: [RBW] Re: Three great test rides at RBWHQ

Outrageously awesome! Trying hard to be seen (and not run over!) in Oakland! Toshi On Tue, Nov 22, 2016 at 5:45 PM Will wrote: > I saw a Hilsen painted that same orange last year. The rider had stickered > 3M reflective polka dots all over it (including fenders). It

Re: [RBW] Roadeo ???

Yes, definitely a great bike. What distinguishes it from my Homer is the quicker handling and the shorter top tube allows you to ride more comfortably in the drops. It's perfect for my club rides and supported century rides etc. For my self-supported/rando rides I prefer my Homer or Ram with

Re: [RBW] Roadeo ???

It is my understanding that the smaller Roadeos have the lighter tubing, but the larger ones have slightly thicker tubing... Toshi -- 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

Re: [RBW] Roadeo ???

I don't think so. Grant talked about the production of a lower cost road bike, the Roadini? Toshi On Thu, Nov 17, 2016 at 8:08 PM, Don Compton wrote: > I really enjoy Rivendells. I am a roadie , club rider, once in awhile a > dirt road. Is Rivendell getting away from

Re: [RBW] Re: What's the longest you have ridden on your Rivendell period?

600k on my Homer 38mm Parimoto tires (no flats, despite everyone going down around me!) 2x600k on my 650b Ram (42 mm Hetres 1 piece of glass-2 flats--missed a pesky glass shard after first flat, but found it the second go) Hopefully PBP 2019 on a custom 650b Riv! Going with connectorless SON

Re: [RBW] Mudflap quandry

The milk-jug vibe speaks really well on Rando rides. The more expensive the bike you ride the better. It says I am putting this piece of recycled trash on my fine bike to keep the spray off my fellow riders. Your comfort is more important than my fine looks. It looks especially great with some

Re: [RBW] XL frames and 650b experiences

Hi Ryan, If you are running 32 mm, you should be able to get 38 mm up to 42 mm with the conversion, so it would be really nice. The chainstays limited my width for my non-Riv conversions, but my Ram conversion had no problem going to 42 mm. Good luck! Toshi -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

Don't get me wrong, the Pacer is a great bike. Just like the Long Haul Trucker is a great bike. A lot of people used to say that if you can't afford an Atlantis, then get a Trucker. Sure, they can do similar things, but the LHT is not an Atlantis and it is not a Riv. I am lucky enough to have

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

The Pacer is a nice bike and that is what I rode before my Rivendells. However, it doesn't ride like a Riv and I got rid of it. I would go with a San Marcos way before going with a Pacer. However, the Roadeo is much nicer than both :). Toshi On Tue, Nov 8, 2016 at 7:53 AM, Patrick Moore

Re: [RBW] XL frames and 650b experiences

I don't usually fret about BB height on my 650b conversions, but use 170 mm cranks. However, adding 1-3 cm of crank length would have me concerned enough to not recommend it. I've scraped road twice in thousands of miles with SPD pedals (sorta bounced the pedal off the road--not any danger of

Re: [RBW] SOMA xpress tires

I also use them on my commuter. Definitely not Compass/Grand Bois ride quality, but my only flat was a pinch flat that was not the tire's fault. I use the tire mainly to avoid flats and avoid delays in my commute. I have gotten 2 flats on my Hetres caused by metal wires and glass shard that may

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

Ode to my resilient tire that faces thorns and glass galore, with nary a scratch to show. --T On Mon, Aug 29, 2016 at 7:15 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > re·sil·ience > rəˈzilyəns/ > *noun* > noun: *resilience*; plural noun: *resiliences* > >1. *1*. >the ability of a

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

I regularly do hilly rides and never felt like my 24 chainring with 34 cog in the back is too low. This feeling is especially true after a bunch of riding and when I am really tired. A slow spinning ride certainly beats walking up the hill for me. Whatever long or tired may be for each person

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

I have a Roadeo with bar end shifters and Sugino Alpina2 crank and have no problems whatsoever with the 10-spd drivetrain (Ultegra 10-spd RD), but my other bikes have XD2/9-speed drivetrains and all bar end shifters. I love my bar end shifters! I never suspected that friction would be so easy.

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b conversion question

els having 38mm tires, not a skinnier one on the 700c. > > René > > > On Wednesday, August 24, 2016, Toshi Takeuchi <tto...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> I've used the Tektro R559 for multiple 700c to 650b conversions, so they >> do work. The amount of brake reach that

Re: [RBW] 650b conversion question

I've used the Tektro R559 for multiple 700c to 650b conversions, so they do work. The amount of brake reach that is required for the conversion will depend upon the placement of the brake bolt in relation to the wheel, which is not fixed from bike to bike, so looking at the wheels themselves will

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis vs Appaloosa

You need to amp up your Roadeo motivation. There is no 52 cm Roadeo. You need to dream the right dream to make it a reality! :) Oakland dreamer, Toshi On Mon, Aug 22, 2016 at 3:49 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Of course Bill is right: I'm perfectly happy with my blue

Re: [RBW] Rosco Ride Reports

Thought I saw a Rosco in Berkeley ridden by a guy with a daughter in front of him in a little seat. Seemed to be enjoying his ride. Toshi On Sun, Aug 14, 2016 at 5:04 PM, CoalTrain wrote: > I'm on the fence about buying in on the next round. I know it's subjective > but

Re: [RBW] Re: Cheviot (or Sam)

I am very fortunate to have gotten a discount orange Cheviot frame that I had built up recently. It replaced my Surly Pacer (my wife will definitely not tolerate any more bikes!, but am very fortunate that she tolerated a replacement bike!). The bike is setup with an Albastache bar, thin

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini

https://www.flickr.com/photos/42771204@N00/8176967200/in/album-72157631926815235/ Here's my Ram with Tektros, 650b Synergies and thin V-brake type pads. When I switched to A23 rims, I needed extra reach and converted the rear brake to DiaCompe Centerpulls, but the front works fine with the

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

My house is full of Acorn bags of all sorts. I think the new colors are nice. They have a new randonneur smaller bag, but I don't like how it opens from the front and lifts to the back. The drawback is that the wind will blow it open rather than blow it closed. If you don't access the bag

Re: [RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh tandem Pre-order is live

The captain definitely needs to be able to stand solidly with both feet on the ground. The stoker need not be able to straddle. If their legs are too short for the little ones, then you can get crank shorteners that will allow you to get an extra inch or two higher in terms of legs being able to

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

I run 9 and 10-speed cassettes with bar end shifters. With the silver shifters it is friction, so I don't see why 10-speed wouldn't work (I use silver shifters with 9-spd). For my 10-speed there are microshift 10-speed shifters--I prefer friction mode and reversed the shifters. The 10-speed

Re: [RBW] Re: Aggressive cycling pack and I slipped up today

Hopefully you could see the grate in the distance and I would start gesturing at the obstacle on your right and constantly yell grate and start leaning left to move away from the obstacle. All roadies would understand what is happening and give you space. Lean to the left without moving to the

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Acorn saddlebag medium

At one point Acorn had an M (which this definitely is not) an M/L and an L. This does not look to me to be the L, but an M/L. Toshi On Fri, May 13, 2016 at 2:23 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > I'm getting responses that this is not a medium, so maybe it's large? > > On Friday,

Re: [RBW] More, or less lights/reflectivity better?

In my experience, ankle bands and vest are the key things that identify an object as a cyclist and should be used if at all possible. No batteries required too! Triangle sounds good too, but have not seen so many as a driver to comment. Toshi On Thu, May 5, 2016 at 12:09 PM, Tim Gavin

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

I have 3 Rivets and love them, but as a disclosure I am a friend of the owner of Rivet. I use the Pearl. Good luck! Toshi in Oakland On Wed, Apr 6, 2016 at 7:31 PM, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > I'm going to try the Rivet. $137 shipped from SJS > > -- > You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: FS last few items- Nitto R-14 rack, Acorn bag, Shopsack, Zefal pump, Wald basket w/cargo net and Tubus rack

Hi Bruce, If this is the acorn bag with pockets in the back, then I'd like to purchase. Thanks! Toshi in Oakland (Pls let me know the price to paypal to Oakland) On Wed, Mar 30, 2016 at 5:24 PM, Bruce Smitham wrote: > Update on items *SOLD*: > > Acorn handlebar bag in

Re: [RBW] On tire supple-itude

The Grand Bois Hetre is renowned for its longevity and relatively low flat rate. I use the regular version and it's cheaper than the EL. I never heard of anyone regretting the use of these tires, although maybe someone here will prove me wrong! Toshi On Wed, Mar 23, 2016 at 3:17 PM, ian m

Re: [RBW] Re: On tire supple-itude

The change in tire is very dramatic when going to a supple tire. You know the road buzz when you ride a mountain bike on pavement? You change that mountain bike tire to a slick and you go aah! --Do the same thing from an armored Schwalbe to a GB Hetre and the perceived result is just as

Re: [RBW] Riv 650b vs. Riv 700c rbike ride quality diffs?

It's all about the wider tires. They are simply more comfortable. I rode the Ram 700c/650b and they handle similarly, but the 650b with 42 mm tires just rides more comfortably and feels much more stable. My Roadeo 700c is quicker handling in terms of steering input compared to a Hilsen 650b,

Re: [RBW] Used Rambouillet Value?

My 650b Ram has plenty of tire clearance for 42s and fenders :). I paid ~$900 shipped for my frame with headset and BB. Toshi -- 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: Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

Another sad reminder that this is not just idle conversation--these are extremely experienced cyclists including a former Randonneurs of USA president Mike Dayton who is reported to be in a coma: Four Cyclists Hit in North Carolina While Riding Single File on a Rural Road *All four bicyclists

Re: [RBW] Re: "My first Roadeo" and chainline/BB question

I ride my Roadeo with Grand Bois Cypres tires. I have ridden that on several miles of fire roads, so it handles fine on dirt too. I have also used Schwalbe Kojaks on the bike and they ride nicely too (although the Grand Bois is more cushy). Enjoy your bike!! Toshi On Wed, Feb 3, 2016 at 7:07

Re: [RBW] For Orange Ramboullet owners

Good stuff for 650b Ram conversions. I had to go even a couple mm lower when I switched from Synergies to A23 650b rims. --Didn't have to file my blue Ram but did switch to Diacompe centerpulls in the rear for the extra reach. Toshi On Sun, Jan 3, 2016 at 9:34 AM, mikel66...@juno.com

Re: [RBW] Re: Hilsen vs. rambouillet

I have an AHH (650b) and Ram. The Ram was converted to a 650b with 42 mm Hetre tires. I highly recommend the conversion and would buy a Ram for that purpose. I have done 600k brevets on both the Ram and AHH. I think having a 700c Ram vs 700c AHH would be almost a wash and not worth the

Re: [RBW] Re: The Mysterious Homer

I have a Homer, Ram (650b for brevets) and a Roadeo, so I am leaning to the lively side of Riv bikes. I weigh 150 and have a 54 cm 650b Homer. I have ridden it on a 600k brevet with PariMoto tires and it did great. After I converted my Ram to 650b (with 42 mm Hetres), I converted the Homer to my

Re: [RBW] Rivet Saddles

I have three Rivet Pearl saddles and love them all. I switched from a Brooks Swift and am not looking back. --For full disclosure, I am a friend of Debra Banks (Rivet owner), but other than a bike club discount, I have not received anything for my endorsement :). Toshi in Oakland, CA -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for reflective vests?

My buddies and I have the philosophy that being as visible as possible is the right way to ride. When riding with the roadies, my buddy has the nickname "Caltrans". We use that as a badge of honor. It is way better than being "Roadkill". Toshi, lighting and brighting it up in Oakland. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for reflective vests?

https://janheine.wordpress.com/2011/08/05/pbp-preparation-mavic-reflective-vest/ On Tue, Oct 6, 2015 at 8:08 AM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > I don't know... I guess I'm of the opinion that when it comes to safety, > form and function conflict too much. I pack along a

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Switchback Hills (650BX48)

I see a crack of light between rubber and metal. Isn't that all you need? :) Toshi On Thu, Sep 24, 2015 at 10:23 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J < thomas.alling...@skadden.com> wrote: > Might be the angle – I know that I'm more willing to accept tight > tolerances than many, and my comment was

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

Hi Don, I converted my Ram to 650b. It easily takes 42 mm tires with fenders. The Roadeo has a lower BB than the Ram, so I would not convert that. Toshi On Tue, Sep 22, 2015 at 6:42 PM, Don Compton wrote: > Tim, > Many Riv's built for 700c wheels have fairly low bottom

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

I use Grand Bois Cypress 700x30 tires on mine--the skinniest tires of any bike I own. The comments I get on some rides are, "Wow, that dude is riding on like cyclocross tires or something." My motto is as the hill gets steeper go to a lower gear, so I have a "fancy" 10-spd compatible Sugino

Re: [RBW] Re: Confused by Nitto

He's just a slow 650b Ram adopter :). Toshi On Sun, Sep 20, 2015 at 6:06 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Sorry I missed the detail that this is for your Ram. > > Bill > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

I don't think there is anything shameful about the post. I see it as Grant philosophizing about the nature of our society. I think it is more directed at society in general with the shifter returner as a symptom of the disease... Toshi On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 12:36 PM, Bill Lindsay

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

The first thing is that my best friends will call me out on my behavior and force me to look at myself and my assumptions and actions. I see Grant as befriending this other fellow by challenging his (and our assumptions) and forcing him/us to look into a mirror. Other people do what they want to

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for helmet/head rain covers?

Hey, while we're at it, you should keep a couple of plastic newspaper sleeves in your bag for rain socks. Toshi On Tue, Sep 15, 2015 at 6:42 AM, MKahrl wrote: > A clear shower cap. I keep a few in my bag for use on either the saddle > and/or helmet with extras for

Re: [RBW] Ram as 650 tourer, a follow up report.

--So here's additional info. When my Ram wheelset was Synergy + Hetre, I was fine with Silver sidepulls, normal pads up front and Koolstop Thinlines in the rear. I switched to A32 rims and had to switch my front to the Thinlines and on the rear, I switched to DiaCompe centerpulls. I suppose I

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for a multi-tool?

Ha, I carry a spoke tool and chain tool, but haven't used the chain tool in many years. However, my buddy used the chain tool a couple of weeks ago, and I've lent out my spoke tool several times. I guess as long as you are riding with me, you don't have to worry about carrying too much stuff!

Re: [RBW] Rondo bags on a Hilsen

I don't know about the Tall Rando bag, but I have the regular one and rode a 600k with it. I filled it with food and clothes around the 5-7 lb range and had no handling issues. I did feel like I overloaded the front once with too much food and had to redistribute some of the heavy things to my

Re: [RBW] Advantages of Multiple-Riv Homes

Having an extra bike for friends is a great reason. My brother in law came to California and rode my 650b Ram, which was two sizes too small. I cranked up the seat post and stem and he said it is the best bike he ever rode. He has a Sam on order! I rode my Homer. A couple pics of the Riv

Re: [RBW] Re: Kids' Riv-esque Bike

I got my son this 24 Diamondback bike. They also sell it built up at REI. I got my daughter a 20 diamondback, but it's a mountain bike. Easy to put together--install quill stem, brakes, handlebars and pedals--everything else is pretty ready to go. Both bikes required a couple of half turns with

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender matching

Ha! I have a blue Ram with grey fenders and ranger tan bags! Toshi https://www.flickr.com/photos/42771204@N00/8176967200/in/photolist-dsz6t7-p3Q5n4 On Thu, Oct 9, 2014 at 10:04 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: Patrick, either color would work with the blue. If you have other gray

Re: [RBW] Re: Toddlers, Kids, Urban Transport, and your Riv

I used a Burley trailer until about 2 1/2 to 3 yrs old. The Burley Solo tracks extremely well and never had issues with toppling. I rode over 5000 miles with my kids without incident, but YMMV :). I've heard of the double-trailers tipping over before. After the Burley phase I went to a

Re: [RBW] Re: Virtual Entmoot Ride Reports

Hi all, I went to Manny's deadly ride from the Ferry building to San Rafael before splitting off back to the Larkspur ferry back to SF. It was fantastic to meet a bunch of folks from the list and ride to Fairfax, and then several brave souls continued up into the off-road trek. It was my first

Re: [RBW] Re: Virtual Entmoot Ride Reports

Hi Patrick, We had one spill, but other than a few battle scars and a torn battle shirt (that comes with a good story), everyone survived fine. Toshi On Mon, Jul 14, 2014 at 4:41 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Fantastic, Toshi! Isn't it amazing discovering dirt? I'd avoided it

Re: [RBW] Re: Jamboree roll call !!!

Where is Manny's ride on Saturday starting? I'll be there. Toshi On Thu, Jul 10, 2014 at 1:14 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, she would be stoked. We need to pack and be at the airport that evening for our East Coast vacation. Darn life! On Thursday, July 10, 2014

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivet Saddle Experience

As a disclosure, I am a friend of Deb Banks, the owner of Rivet, but I have three Rivet saddles and am a huge fan of all of them. I have ridden 600ks with two of them with minimal butt problems. This year's 600k was done with only two rides over 2 hours in length this year (a 300k and a 400k),

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