Re: [RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

I don't have any Rivs with the 6 degree top tube (other than the clem which is different because it only comes in three sizes which are thus meant to take a HUGE range of riders for each), but my gut says that 56 would indeed be too big for you. That size is directly comparable to the 61cm, 3

Re: [RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

I don't have any rivs with the 6 degree top tube (other than the clem which is different because it only comes in three sizes which are thus meant to take a HUGE range of riders for each), but my gut says that 56 would indeed be too big for you. That size is directly comparable to the 61cm, 3

[RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

How tall are you, Andrew, and do you have a notion about your proportions? Long limbs / short torso, vice versa, long legs only, etc. And your PBH, of course. This would help give you better feedback. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

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

Glad Zach posted that! I saw this on a news feed early this morning, and immediately thought about your (Mark's) upcoming trip as well. (Oddly, It was all over the British news, before anything hit the National U.S. news) You're right about bearspray being no use in a bag. One of the

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom queue

You are clearly missing and needing a "long" bike, but the new XL Clem will get you that, without going custom. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Long Chain Stays

"Mature" as in "not something you'd expect to be resolved in a prototype" ? Or "mature" as in "good questions, and of course you can" ? On Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 6:02:49 PM UTC-6, BenG wrote: > > I specifically asked Keven if I could still lift the front end up a curb > on this long bike

[RBW] Has RBW been arund long enough to have a "Renaissance?"

Not all Japanese fabrication is better. Only the stuff that comes from the city of Toyo. -- 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: New Bike Day - Hunqapillar FINALLY!

Stunning! Looking forward to hearing your imressions of the loop bar on that frame -- 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: New Hunq 650b

I'm with you, Bill. But based on those other rumored sizes, it sure seems promising that a 56 or 57 might be in the works. I've complained so loud and for so long about that size being missing (I even had a pre-sale locked in when the model first came out, but backed out over concerns), that

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

Damn, Frank. Since I might be one of the few odd ducks on this board who recognizes how special it is, I should say it: That McClung is stunning and you are a lucky man and I am jealous. Are you in Colorado, or did you just "know?" On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 7:04:21 PM UTC-6, frank_a

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

Bunch o' clowns, but here you go. As much as I do like the color, I think "one" is probably enough. Some day I'll paint the QB. On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: VO heads up

> ...but figured if VO is discontinuing it, there's probably a reason why - > I don't want to find out what that reason is. > You had me worried for a moment, but I don't think these items are being discontinued - just trying to generate some sales on slow movers or get rid of overstock

[RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

Well, I posted that last question as you were posting. Ironic timing. I'm still curious how a regular bolt would work, though, rather than none at all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

Ryan, Perhaps this is what you were saying, but have you tried replacing the sharpened screws on the Vice pedals with standard, M4 hex bolts. If you could find a bolt that stuck up just 1 to 1 1/2 mm above the platform, it may be "just enough" grip, without being too sharp. Here's a good

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

r problem is you need better shoes to use with your cleats. > > > > On 05/23/2016 05:21 PM, iamkeith wrote: > > Man, you describe me and my struggles to an absolute T: Clipless are > still best for long rides; but I don't use a bike nearly as often if so > fitted; I enjoy p

[RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

Man, you describe me and my struggles to an absolute T: Clipless are still best for long rides; but I don't use a bike nearly as often if so fitted; I enjoy platform pedals most of the time; but am scarred, scabbed and bloody all summer long. I got all the way to shin bone last year. I'm

Re: [RBW] Re: RBWHQ spy report

This makes sense, but I could see why it would matter less for a tandem. For simplicity, imagine a rider on a single bike that sits exactly half way between the axles. A 1" vertical bump at the rear wheel would be felt as 1/2" at the saddle. But on an imaginary tandem with equal 1/3 spacing

[RBW] Re: eCLEM

I probably SHOULD be disgusted but tinkerer, ex-motorhead in me is really intrigued. I have an old fat bike frame that I daydream about trying this with. Please let us know how well it works. Good on you for taking the chance and opening yourself up to critique, if nothing else! On

[RBW] Re: Experience with mini "half clips" ?

One word of caution: I haven't tried the steel MKS ones, but have tried both plastic ones and a couple of different sizes of Bruce Gordons. In both cases, they were too short. In other words, they didn't allow my toes to slide in far enough forward. Bruce offers extra-large ones, which

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith 52cm Offroader

On Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 11:19:26 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Is this the consensus among Clem owners who have ridden the Jones? I'd be > interested to hear more about how they compare. > > > Back to Clem: I particularly am interested in how it does on dirt; not > necessarily tight,

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam rebuild for light-loaded road touring: your thoughts, experiences & assitance?

On Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 1:54:00 PM UTC-6, Jeremy Till wrote: > > The stock drivetrain setup was 40/32 on the crank (40t and chainguard on > the 110mm spider, and 32t on the 74mm spider), with just a 18t freewheel > out back. Finding a 32t 74mm chainring may prove difficult, it's not >

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam rebuild for light-loaded road touring: your thoughts, experiences & assitance?

Looks like I was typing my last reply just as you were sending yours, Jeremy, so we addressed some of the same things. Sorry. As to the issue you raised about quick releases - yea, that's something I wish I had too, and I know I'd use the gears (and therefore bike) more if I didn't have to

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam rebuild for light-loaded road touring: your thoughts, experiences & assitance?

Just wanted to add some data to what Bill says here, in which he is totally correct: Suntour cranksets are some of the best ever in my opinion, but remember that they produce an extremely narrow Q-factor, and require a longer spindle than just about anything else out there. Not sure which

[RBW] Shout out to Riv/Grant in today's Paul Component newsletter

I hadn't realized that the Paul Racer was actually created because of a request from Grant. Below is content (hope it views properly). Includes a link to a related video for project inspiration. The Racer Brake Making the Classics Even Classier We’re a bike component company for people with

[RBW] Re: My 1x8 Clem

Looks fantastic, Bob. I agree with the thought that the Bosco bars would work better with more angle. I have some of the non-bullmoose version, and they automatically ended up that way. Still - your bike looks so perfect, I wouldn't change anything. If you don't mind me asking, what is

[RBW] Re: Talk to me about bottom brackets

White Industries & Phil are my favorites too, though I have too many bikes, so I find I can justify the cost only for my best and most utilized bikes. For those, I've never regretted the cost or felt they were overkill. Not mentioned yet is that they are really LIFETIME parts , since the

[RBW] Re: Boscoe and Rambouillet Pics Anyone?

Funny - I never put it together that this was you, Jeremy. Probably should have. If you've been riding 64cm road bikes, that Clem is going to fit you like a dream, for what you're wanting to use it for! Also, forgot to say to you, Michael: "Congratulations on the new bike!" On Monday, April

[RBW] Re: Boscoe and Rambouillet Pics Anyone?

I did just remember this, in case you're still bent on trying to imagine what it will look like. This fellow put boscos on a quickbeam, right after the bars were released. http://handlebarchronicles.blogspot.com/2013/05/spring-2013-becoming-upright.html The Quickbeam is a contemporary-of

[RBW] Re: Boscoe and Rambouillet Pics Anyone?

I'm thinking you want Albatross bars for this - not Bosco. Or maybe the Choco? I haven't tried the setup you're describing, but I have a 60cm Ram with noodles, and a 59cm Clem with boscos. The Ram has a very short top tube, even by Riv standards. Meanwhile, the Clem has an extremely long

[RBW] Re: Roscoe B

Funny you should mention Rock Lobster. There's yet another Paul Sadoff creation that I've been admiring for quite a long while, and that has had me seriously considering as a template for a custom. This one was made as a mechanic's runabout for the team he sponsors. Ironically, it has a

[RBW] 26in wheelset recommendations (inexpensive WTB?)

Probably all relative , and rim choice is probably more important than an extra 4 spokes at this circumference. I'd think a 26", 32 spoke rhyno lite would be quite a bit stronger than a 700c , 36 spoke dyad. I have a couple of 26", 36 spoke, phil wheelsets, and they honestly seem overkill for

[RBW] FINALLY Clemming!

Well, a full year and a half after I ordered it, I finally got to take a proper ride on my Clem yesterday. Roads have melted off and been swept clear of sand during the past few weeks and, in the course of a few days, it went from rain and slush to near 70 degrees and sunny yesterday

[RBW] Re: 26in wheelset recommendations (inexpensive WTB?)

Do a web search for Sun CR18 or Rhyno Lite complete wheelsets. They are very regularly available, from many sources, for less than $200 new for the set, with decent quality Shimano or eqivalent hubs. Usually available in all silver, too! 130mm might more often be freewheel instead of

[RBW] Re: Do you prefer Adidas Sambas? Or clipless pedals? Both?

I looked into these a while back. Pretty good idea but FYI, in case it's not obvious, you need a shoe with a removable insole, in order to cover the backing plate. I had hoped to convert some of the super wide Keen sandals, which is all I wear for 7 months of the year - at least when I don't

Re: [RBW] Re: Hidden Blogs?

Well, at this particular moment in time, only one more than half have been spoken for, and they're only giving it 6 more days to see if they can sell the rest. Probably a few people on the fence like you, so it might work out, but the deal was supposed to be that those truly interested would

Re: [RBW] Re: Hidden Blogs?

I keep struggling with wanting to avoid talking about this bike, to keep from generating interest and competition. But now, I guess there's a need to make sure enough people understand and buy this first model before the 20th, for the larger version that *I* need and want to even become a

[RBW] Re: Very clever video

Yeah... as someone who DOES still live and do his brevets in the wild, wild west, I kind of have mixed feelings about that. Clever from a creative aspect, but also reminds me of Sara Palin's campaign ads that featured Barack Obama in the crosshairs of a gun scope. You can't really do

[RBW] Re: ISO MTB 1" threadless fork.

This may or may not work: http://viciouscycles.com/forks.php3 The shortest one offered is 413mm a-c though, which I think would roughly translate to most 80mm travel forks with 15% sag. The problem, I think, is that in '95, most mountain bikes probably had a 63mm travel fork. The judy could

[RBW] Re: First S24O of 2016, and first on my Appaloosa, tonight!

Great idea - have fun on your trip. I just got back from 6 wonderful days in the desert with my kids, for their spring break. Don't forget to have your son leave his cell phone at home, if he has one. ;-) Interesting about the bottle not fitting. Do you think the 58 or bigger frames would

[RBW] Re: Appaloosas set free

Damn it! I couldn't jump on the pre-sale partly because of cash flow at the time, but also partly because I didn't know if my recently-purchased Clem was going to work out. Now all these months later, I STILL don't know if my Clem is going to work out, because it's still snowing every

[RBW] Re: 50 t rear cog -- Never walk another hill

I just saw that too. I know this wasn't the point of your posting, but I've never figured out why so many people on this board think these large cogs are so ridiculous. I completely understand the goal of eliminating a front derailleur and, in my opinion, this is just now finally... and

Re: [RBW] Re: Roscoe Bubba headbadge

No. That Retrotech is more like the classic Excelsior look that is still used quite often, with the extra tube being level or sloping slightly down toward the back. The Bubba will likely be the opposite and unique - sloping down toward the *front*. On Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 10:33:35 AM

[RBW] Re: CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

Fourth post down on this page are some pictures of an old MB-1 that a guy stripped to bare metal, added decals to and then, presumably, covered with a clear coat of his own: http://forums.mtbr.com/vintage-retro-classic/official-bridgestone-thread-746084-11.html Not saying it's the most

[RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

Not to mention - The more people feel compelled to talk about the project, the more other people might become interested in it, and the more people who will be competing for the handful of bikes that happen to be my (or your) size. Shhh!!! On Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 2:30:11 PM

[RBW] Re: MIESHA HAS LEFT RIVENDELL

Just stumbled upon this in the Spring, 2004 Reader, while looking for something else. Kinda bittersweet, but appropriate. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

Not trying to convince you to do anything - just complete my own thoughts, at this point. I just checked again to see if my recollection was wrong, but it isn't. Ram is indeed shorter than the same size Quickbeam, despite charts saying otherwise. (It's closer to a cm difference than a

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

Are you looking at the geometry charts and saying you like shorter top tubes than this particular bike features, or are you saying you prefer shorter top tubes as a general preference? If the later, you might still consider. I can't remember where it's written, but Grant once said

[RBW] Re: Jeff Jones in depth on longer wheelbase

On Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 8:04:31 AM UTC-7, Justin August wrote: > > I'm curious if you can use 650b+ wheels on the regular Jones 29 frames. > > -Justin > You can, but not the largest versions of them. The dimple in the chainstays doesn't align with the widest part of the tire. On the

[RBW] Re: PSA: A. Homer Hilsen for cheap

Wow. I keep trying to figure out why someone would do this, and the only thing I can come up with is that it's a "test run," to get a feel for the market and see how easy it would be to fence such a bike. If any of you in the Southern CA area have a similar bike and can't be certain that

Re: [RBW] Re: My Joe Appaloosa

oops - forgot to add the photo: <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8KBZJkgVUpg/VuNaEYnfazI/ASk/7OAOqaqSaFI1Qd8Vd5zFB6M47KYiWJLeA/s1600/rearfender1.jpg> On Friday, March 11, 2016 at 4:50:45 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > Not to hijack Bill's thread, but I thought this was

Re: [RBW] Re: My Joe Appaloosa

Not to hijack Bill's thread, but I thought this was interesting. Same B65 fenders on my Clem. First of all, I hadn't noticed or considered it until reading this discussion, but sure enough - the chain did in fact rub on the fender in the lowest two gears. What's interesting is that I was

Re: [RBW] Re: My Joe Appaloosa

I'm kind of clumsy with my words sometimes, and frequently put my foot in my mouth or insult people in on-line forums - without meaning to. You typically don't suffer from the same malady, Patrick, so I hope you'll take this in the kindest possible way, as it is intended: You're reading

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: NOS 56 Rambouillett on KC Craigslist

On Sunday, March 6, 2016 at 10:50:49 AM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Does anyone have the Geo chart for the Ram? I went to the cyclofiend pages > and did a quick scan. Thanks, > > > ~Hugh > It's in this chart: cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Used Rambouillet Value?

Dave (and Mark), Just in case you aren't aware of this, or missed the crux of what Toshi was saying in his post above, the Ram makes a reasonably good candidate for a 650b conversion. That would give you, Dave, the fatter tires you desire and you, Mark, room for some good fenders that you

[RBW] Re: Any Gevenalle users?

Do a topic search using the name "retroshift," which was what they called themselves until recently. (or follow link below): https://groups.google.com/forum/#!searchin/rbw-owners-bunch/retroshift Looks like there are a few threads discussing them. I don't have any first hand experience or

[RBW] Re: Used Rambouillet Value?

On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 1:52:37 PM UTC-7, George Schick wrote: Finally, I'm curious about the manf. date of your Ram. Reason I say that is because I notice that the drive side dropout has a slender, "split" design as opposed to the usual solid ones. Mine has the same thing. If you

Re: [RBW] Used Rambouillet Value?

That's in beautiful condition! This is total "gut feeling," so take it for what it's worth. Based on what other upper end, well-spec'd Rivendells in good condition typically sell for, I'd think it much closer to the $2,000 range of that Legolas than the $800 range of that Romulus. I might

[RBW] Re: FS: Choco cockpit, bullmoose, VO cockpit

OH That makes more sense. Thanks! On Monday, February 29, 2016 at 8:48:10 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > iamkeith > > Drew can confirm, but what I see is that Drew only posted photos of his > Velo Orange Cockpit. None of his posted photos depict the Choco bars that &

[RBW] Re: FS: Choco cockpit, bullmoose, VO cockpit

Ha!. Going totally off topic now, but I just noticed the GTNP map poster on your workbench. I've had that exact same one on the wall in my bedroom for over 30 years. Awesome... and my neighborhood. You don't happen to live nearby, do you? -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: FS: Choco cockpit, bullmoose, VO cockpit

Sorry to hear you didn't like the Choco Bars, Drew, and hope they work out for the new owner. I still want to try them sooner than later, but now I have a question if you don't mind responding. I keep staring at your photos, and thinking something doesn't look right. They look really

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

If what's happening is what I think is happening, it's actually a "torsion" that he's seeing. At least that's what I determined about my Bosco, which is sort of similar in that it is has a non-compound "C" shape, as viewed from the top. So the front, straight section is likely "twisting,"

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

If you think that's radical, you should try the aluminum Bosco bars! The reality though, in my experience, is that such flex is much less noticeable during actual use, and can actually be a very nice thing - stopping a lot of vibration from transmitting to your hands.Sitting on a

[RBW] Girl's Bikes: Not Just for Parts Anymore

Hope this isn't too off topic, but thought some of you would get a kick out of it. Interesting especially if you've read or heard Grant's brief history of the bicycle, and the part about how the post-war motor vehicle fascination influenced things. I *thought *this was going to be an

[RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

Assuming a lot of the list is made up of people like me, I'd say that it is PROBABLE that most drop off. Not because I/they are afraid of a radical design, or don't want a tig welded Rivendell, or are put off by the idea of having to trust and pre-pay for something that's somewhat unknown, or

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

Sorry... that is my 60, not 59. -- 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

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

So, what I really want to know, Hugh, is why you'd sell your 26 Atlantis. I might as well post this, too. I showed a different picture in the Rat Trap Pass discussion a while back, but this is my 59 with those new tires, just before it started snowing last fall. I've

[RBW] Re: PSA: Compass cycling knickers back in stock

All I see are XS. Did I miss this already?! Crap. On Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at 5:07:24 PM UTC-7, Neil wrote: > > Looks like all sizes of the Compass Bicycles riding knickers are back in > stock, in gray (no more khaki, yay!). Supposedly some modest improvements > over the last version.

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

On Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at 4:49:17 PM UTC-7, Norman Bone wrote: > > Thanks Hugh! > > It looks like 59 was a large as you could go with 26. Catalog says 61, 63 > and 65 went to 700c > > I'm guessing that this particular catalog excerpt was from later in the period of model availability,

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

I have a large (60cm) with 26" wheels. 1999 model year. Others are much more knowledgeable about changes and history, but my understanding is that 2000 is when they switched to 700c for the larger models, so that would jive. On Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at 2:53:08 PM UTC-7, Steven Sweedler

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

I'm surprised nobody has mentioned "stability." I don't have enough experience to really know if it's true but, along with the worldwide availability, I always thought that was one of the main arguments for 26" wheels. Basically, the idea that the lower gyroscopic center of gravity of the

Re: [RBW] Re: Dia compe knob grip?

22.2 is the diameter of the grip are of the bar of the bosco and most upright / mtb bars. 23.8 is the grip area diameter of most drop bars. By resurrecting this thread, I take it you found a current source? Missed the thread when it was new, but here are some pictures of how I use them.

[RBW] Re: New 1 1/8" threadless stem on 2/10 Blug

David, you're a damn encyclopedia of obscure-but-valuable parts sources, sometimes! On Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 8:03:27 PM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote: > > Here you go: http://store.fairweather.cc/store/p35/NITTO__MCR65_STEM_.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

just reading this thread for the first time myself. There's a post from Hugh near the top that cites 47.5mm on 23mm rims Presumably for the 2.1 x 26" tire. On Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 9:37:21 AM UTC-7, Michael Cinibulk wrote: > > What reading do you get from calipers on width of the

[RBW] Re: New 1 1/8" threadless stem on 2/10 Blug

Patrick, For what it's worth, I have used and/or am still using about a half dozen of the old Ritchey Force stems which, as Kieran noted, are similar to this stem in that they have no removable face plate AND have a broader, squared-off, mtb style clamp area (as opposed to the road/drop bar

[RBW] Re: Clemmin' Around

Very nice! You're making me stir crazy, though. Hope your daughter is doing well, by the way. Hey, here's a question I've been wondering: Are the pulleys on the Altus derailleur floating (have some side-to-side slop)? The floating pulleys of the typical, older shimano derailleurs is the

Re: [RBW] Re: New 1 1/8" threadless stem on 2/10 Blug

What size stem would you need, Joe? I've got a bunch of quality old quill stems lying around that I'll likely never use, so am happy to pass on to a good home if one will work. Funny, isn't it Patrick, that this new stem is 1 1/8" while Bontrager happened to be the last holdout, *other*

Re: [RBW] Re: New 1 1/8" threadless stem on 2/10 Blug

130-140 is easy. Most of my stuff is from '80s 90's mountain bikes, where the entire goal was to go over the handlebars as often as possible. ;-) Might not have anything as elegant as nitto, but will have good quality. I'll take some pictures tomorrow and PM you. On Saturday, February 13,

[RBW] Reviews and/or photos of Big Ben 700c X 55 tires?

Is anybody in a position to share experiences with these tires? I'm able to find photos and comments for the 50mm version, but *nothing* about the 55mm version. Photos of them mounted on a bike would be fantastic! On the surface, it looks like it might provide a good compromise of the

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

Just wanted to add my voice of sorrow/disappointment at the discontinuation of MUSA clothes. It took me too long to finally try them all, so I admit I wasn't the best patron. But I will say that, since figuring out how great they were, I've tried MANY times to stock up, only to find no

[RBW] Re: Stripped CLEM dropout braze-on

Sounds like you've got this figured out, Joe, but here are a couple of notes from my own experience mounting the Clem/Pletscher rack to my Clem frame, in case it helps others, or in case you want to experiment further: 1. I've so far opted for the biggest tires I can fit, on my 59/700c frame

[RBW] Re: Hunq Effective TT

Oops. Looks like I was posting from my phone at the same time as garth , so that was confusing. We're saying the same thing. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Hunq Effective TT

I don't know for sure either , but my recollection is the opposite: the tables for the older models show the actual length , while the newer ones like the hunq with the 6 degree slope list the effective length. Worth a call to confirm. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Wow. California gets mud.

Beautiful pictures, as always. From the looks of that reservoir, it seems you guy scan still use a lot MORE rain - is that right? Count your blessings no matter what - pictures like this always make me jealous of the fact that you can actually ride this time of year. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: 130 to 135 OLD

For the final, precision truing, you can essentially turn your frame into a truing stand by attaching a pair of zip ties to the stays, directly opposite the rim. Trim the extra strip so that they are just slightly longer than needed to touch the rim, and then rotate and slide them until they

[RBW] Re: 130 to 135 OLD

Is the XT hub sealed or loose ball bearing? I'm not sure it even makes a difference, but for loose ball and many sealed bearing hubs, this is an extremely easy swap. If you don't have a disposable 135 donor hub/wheel lying around, from which you can steal the axle, they are available from

Re: FW: [RBW] Someone order a Reader for me

I just read some of the comments on the Blug. Sheesh! I sure hope that my starting of this thread wasn't interpreted as the same kind of whining or sense of entitlement. I completely understand the hassle involved in shipping such a small item, as well as the effort to encourage new orders.

[RBW] Someone order a Reader for me

Wouldn't you know it? I placed a big order just a day before the announcement that the new Reader was available, but only if purchased with a legitimate order. I don't need anything else at the moment. If someone is placing an order soon, and plans to get the reader, would you mind getting

[RBW] Someone order a Reader for me

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[RBW] Someone order a Reader for me

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[RBW] Re: Ten speed friction system

Looks like Garth found the cassette you want, no? A couple of other thoughts: - If I understand Kevin's solution from the other thread, 10 speed and 11 speed are essentially the same cog spacing, while the 11 speed cassette driver part of the hub is simply longer than the 8/9/10 driver, to

[RBW] Re: Clem Rack Pannier rails?

There you go - thanks, Howard. I couldn't get to it until this afternoon. On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 10:53:47 AM UTC-7, Howard Hatten wrote: > > Zed, > The mounting holes are 10.7 in. ctr. to ctr. > The drop is 1.5 in. > The dia. is small, a hair under 5/16 > Hope this helps > Howard --

[RBW] Re: Clem Rack Pannier rails?

I have some. What measurements are you looking for? Just center-to-center of the mounting holes? On Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 8:17:27 PM UTC-7, Zed Martinez wrote: > > Does anyone know the measurements for the Clem Rack pannier rails? I've > been pondering adding some rails below the deck

[RBW] Re: Pogies for Albastache?

My wife and I use "Moose Mits" on our snow bikes, both with highly-swept alt-bars (Mary and Carnegies, respectively) and like them very much. I had a moment just now to put them on my daughter's bike with regular moustache bars, just to see how they'd work. Sorry - don't have any albastache

[RBW] Re: Big bike jinxing- big Clem?

On Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 4:24:21 AM UTC-7, Garth wrote: > > I ride a 60 Bombadil and I am about 6 2or3 and find it to be "just" large > enough frontwise so there was no way the 59 Clem would be "big" in any > sense of he word ! > *Sigh...* I don't know, Garth. Perhaps the 59 Clem I

[RBW] Big bike jinxing- big Clem?

Interesting rumor. Speaks to how popular the bike was , I guess. This probably doesn't help jim but in case others dont realize it , the 59 fits MUCH bigger than it would appear to suggest. Someone 6'-3" to 6'-4" is probably ideal, and 6'-6" or so might bewithin the realm of "decent fit."

Re: [RBW] Rear fender mounting. Was: Christmas Clementine

So. as long as this particular discussion is active, I'm hoping I can get a bit of related advice/suggestions. I just yesterday got some SKS plastic fenders from Tim, to install on my 59 Clem, and am running into something I haven't seen before. First of all though, I can confirm that

Re: [RBW] Rear fender mounting. Was: Christmas Clementine

On Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 4:48:31 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > ??? > > The "napkin rings" were the cast reinforcements at the top and bottom of the headtubes, which have recessed lettering. Together, they were supposed to say "RBW - EST 1994" but the production versions

Re: [RBW] Rear fender mounting. Was: Christmas Clementine

The boss on the underside of the brace is threaded. But it is NOT at a right angle to the face of the fender, where it wants to be.Hard to show in a picture, so I'm slightly exaggerating in the photo below, just for illustration's sake. Just slightly. On your bike, the stays point

Re: [RBW] Rear fender mounting. Was: Christmas Clementine

I think that's a good idea too!. I'll try it. You are definitely visualizing the problem anyway. Meanwhile, you bring up a question I've had: I don't want to "complain" at all. I'm not unhappy. But, being a distant mail-order-only customer, I have no personal relationship with Rivendell.

Re: [RBW] Rear fender mounting. Was: Christmas Clementine

Oops. Deleted my previous post becasue I just realized I was asking the exact same question that Mark was asking in the other thread, which was what initiated this thread in the first place. Didn't really see an answer yet though, so let me simplify my question: I don't worry, in theory,

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