Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 58cm Ram & 58cm RBW Custom on Los Angeles/OC Craigslist

FWIW, In both ads, the seller specifies the 58cm measurement is center to center. That would make these either 59 or 60cm sizes as per the traditional Riv sizing of center to top. Mike G. On 7/5/16, dougP wrote: > I'm not far from seller's location & glad to assist in any

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

Hi Mark, I rode the GDMBR, last August. Not on a Riv, but a Surly Ogre. I was riding WTB Nanos 29x2.3". The ride was fine with this setup, but I'd hesitate to go any narrower than about 2" tire width. The route offers alternate options in many places where you can avoid the most technical

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

Just came across this, which gets my vote as the most innovative and unique multi tool yet. Hope to learn more once they're out in the field more. http://bicycletimesmag.com/spotlight-leatherman-tread-wearable-multi-tool/ Mike G. On 5/12/15, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Yes .. the Parl

[RBW] FS: Quickbeam, 60cm, green

Hi Folks, I've had a great run with the Quickbeam, but need to severely downsize and thin the herd. First up for sale is my complete Quickbeam. It's obviously been ridden a fair amount but remains in very good condition. Everything's original except for saddle (VO sprung), bars (Nitto Dirtdrop

[RBW] FS: FSA Metropolis Patterson crankset for your Quickbeam

Hi Folks, Awhile back these cranks were discussed here as an option for a front shift on Quickbeams. I purchased this one and used it for a short while, but have since converted to another setup. Thought there might be interest on here since there are a number of you with Quickbeams ( ot other

Re: [RBW] FS: FSA Metropolis Patterson crankset for your Quickbeam

, qwerty mike.gilles...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Folks, Awhile back these cranks were discussed here as an option for a front shift on Quickbeams. I purchased this one and used it for a short while, but have since converted to another setup. Thought there might be interest on here since

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: FSA Metropolis Patterson crankset for your Quickbeam

Good questions... Crank length is 170 and it includes the proprietary bottom bracket. Mike On 2/25/15, 'pb' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote: Very intriguing. Almost ... tempting. Fascinating piece of equipment. Mike, are you including a BB? What is the crank

Re: [RBW] Re: Wire Routing For Rack-Mounted Tail Light

Hey Anton, I really like your wiring ideas, and this topic is timely for my winter project as well. So, I'm curious how you thread your wiring through those 3mm ID tubing and heat shrink pieces. My light has those spade lugs for connecting to a Schmidt hub, and I'd like to have the capability

Re: [RBW] double horizontal toptube Bombadil

On 10/22/14, Goshen Peter uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: Yeah, mine came like that too before the re-paint but the 27.2 was fine, never had to like jam it in or anything. I bought it off the original owner Michael Gillespie, maybe he knows for sure about this particular bike? Right Peter. I

Re: [RBW] Re: All rounder

I don't think it's been mentioned, but towards the end of the lifespan of the AR, it morphed a bit from the original/XO style. I recall ordering my AR back in late summer of 2000, and at that time, discussing my deliberations with Grant about going with the AR or waiting a short while for an

Re: [RBW] Re: All turned around bout rims [SOS Help!]

For what it's worth, I recently built a wheel set for a Trucker Deluxe with Rhyno Lites. They built up fine, and are certainly stout and on the heavy side (what I wanted for a loaded tourer). I also have a Schmidt hub built with a Mavic X517 for winter riding on this bike. I have noticed a

Re: [RBW] My Bleriot's Resale value diminished because of this?

Are you looking for a different answer than you received a year ago? https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/LmOFbvQNDNcJ Mike On 12/29/13, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: October 2012, I got hit in the side by a slow moving car that entered into the traffic circle I was

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As True Mountain Bike?

I have a 54cm Hunqapillar which I initially purchased for it's loaded touring capability. However, already having too many other bikes that fill that niche, it's never actually been used for that, and instead has increasingly filled my (limited) mountain bike niche. It's been a very capable

Re: [RBW] Re: Flash Ride of Colorado Trail Report

Enjoyed a fantastic ride and weather (for Nov @ 9,000' elev). Best of all, I was able to connect with Patrick and get a chance to become a bit more acquainted. I can confirm that yes, Patrick does indeed ride shoeless, in late fall, on single track. It was quite amusing to see the expressions

Re: [RBW] Too small MB-3, need help with Dirt Drop, bar rec's

David, Looks like you're on your way to getting a newly revised bike! Enjoy!! Mike On 9/24/13, David Hays 23writ...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the tip Mike. I pulled the moustache bar from my Miyata Triplecross. The cables are too short so I'll have to fiddle with those but otherwise I

Re: [RBW] Too small MB-3, need help with Dirt Drop, bar rec's

I've had good luck using the traditional moustache bar on bikes that are somewhat undersized. If still cramped with a dirt drop stem, you could switch to a technomic for even greater reach. Mike G. On 9/20/13, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I'll throw in a counter argument: Set it

[RBW] Hey, where have I seen them before?

Hi All, Last week I received the latest copy of Adventure Cycling's Cyclesource equipment catalog. Flipping through the pages, I came across a photo of a group of familiar riders. I immediately recognized them as our own Smitty and Family. Turns out the photo was taken by non-other than our

Re: [RBW] Re: Shifting Issues Question for the Mechanic Types

Hmmm, there are several conflicting and confusing issues here In your initial posting, you said you rode the bike for two days without any shifting issues. Then, you later say you had chain suck in the first 2-5 miles of riding the bike. Also, I'm sceptical that the high limit screw, which

Re: [RBW] Re: Trying to decide on handle bars for my Hunqapillar

I have to put in a plug for the new revised moustache bars. They've quickly become my new favorite bar over drops or traditional moustache bars. I really like the wider grip and less reach over the old moustache bars. Mounted at saddle height, they're more comfortable on longer rides than

Re: [RBW] Re: Great hookup with fellow Riv geek in Denver

Hi Kip, It was great to meet up with you and your family yesterday for the Viewpoint demo. I've always lusted after those photos of your Thailand rides, which always seem to coincide with our winter riding limitations here in Colorado. Maybe Melody and I can someday take you up on your offer

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Suggestion Box: San Marcos

On 5/2/13, EGNolan egno...@gmail.com wrote: Something that I don't think has been mentioned is liability. If Rivendell isn't sourcing these, isn't making much money per unit and a lot of these are being sold ( I assume more are sold than a normal Riv because of the widespread reach of Merry

Re: [RBW] WTT: My B17 for your Flyer

Besides your weight, you might also want to factor in the tire width and pressure you plan to use. At 190 lbs, I notce the springs a lot more on a 30mm tire at 85psi than on a 42mm tire at 45psi. Mike G On 4/12/13, Steven Frederick stl...@gmail.com wrote: Yeah, they add a lot more weight than

Re: [RBW] Re: The Rivendell Blues..

Hi, I recently came across this shade of blue on a Hilsen seen here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/luvmypwds/3763198868/in/set-72157621864765964 Must be a custom color, as it doesn't look like any other shade of Hilsen blue I've seen. From what I can see in this single picture, I really like it,

Re: [RBW] New Blug Post with Jay Ritchey video

Rivsters, Enjoyed the video. Looks like a great place to work. However, I noticed that John Bennett was left out. Just checked the Riv website, and sure enough, no John listed in the staff line-up. Mark is now GM. Seems like a recent change the went unnoticed, unless I misses something.

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam BB length.

Hi Clyde, I can confirm that Jim's correct. My early version (green) Quickbeam came with a Sugino XD2R crank mounted on a Shimano BB-UN53 bottom bracket with a 110mm width. Mike G. On 1/13/13, Cyclofiend Jim cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Hey there Clyde - _Pretty_ sure it was a 110 Shimano.

Re: [RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

Hi Will, I think this is the first time I've seen down tube shifters on a Sam. Can you tell us where you sourced the clamp-on mount? Thanks, Mike G. On 12/2/12, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Will -- nice build. How do you like the Kojaks? And what are the cranks, the bag, and the

Re: [RBW] Ram 650b with Hetre conversion update 2--test ride, thumbs up!

On 11/4/12, Marc Schwartz mschw...@nmsu.edu wrote: Looks like it works perfectly, without fenders or with. Cush for the tush! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] on behalf of Toshi Takeuchi [tto...@gmail.com]

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv's new Thin Gripster pedals?

On 8/28/12, rperks perks@gmail.com wrote: FYI, if some of you end up going the universal route, they have 10-15% off coupons on the web for orders that hit high enough $$ amounts. I am not affiliates, but have always had great service from them in the past - Rob On Tuesday, August 28,

Re: [RBW] Re: Cool knobbly tires at BG

Hi All, I was the lucky buyer of Andrews Rock and Road tires (thanks Andrew!). I was hoping to use these on my Hunqapilar, and now I'm reconsidering. Not because I lack clearance for these, but I'm having the opposite problem. That is, I've become accustomed to the 50mm Schwalbe Duremes which

Re: [RBW] Rivet review?

Hi Brian, Sorry I can't help out with a Rivet saddle review, but if one of those doesn't work out for you, you might consider looking for a B.17 in maroon. Somewhat rare, but they do turn up for sale now and then. I recently found one on eBay for my recent Hunqa acquisition. (I also have a

Re: [RBW] Using a Sam Hillborne as a go fast-ish bike

Hi Will, Your component discription is the only time I've heard of anyone sucsessfully using clamp on downtube shifters on a Sam. Could you please provide more information regarding this dt shifter setup? My previous impression was that the vintage clamp bands wouldn't fit the larger diameter

Re: [RBW] Re: Jack Browns vs. Pasela vs. ??

On 3/19/12, charlie cl_v...@hotmail.com wrote: I have ridden the Paselas in several configs..and like them fine. My current tire is the 700x40 Marathon Supreme and 35mm Panaracer T serves on the SimpleOne. They are fast enough for me at 257 pounds. Honestly I don't notice a huge diff in

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Late Spring Cleaning

Hi Corwin, Can you let me know if the boxy bar bag is still available? if so, I'm interested. Also, how would you prefer payment? PayPal ok? thanks, Mike Gillespie On 5/22/11, Corwin ernf...@gmail.com wrote: This is what is left after the first day. I have dropped some of the prices to help