Re: [RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

Exactly. The closest to being killed while riding a bike was a rear flat on my geared disc Karate Monkey at 11 pm on a blowing, -9°F commute home. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at 6:14:31 PM UTC-4, Jeff wrote: > > Satan himself has clearly designed the track end- derailleur

Re: [RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

Yeah, but the climbing is far more delicious and silent SS than on my Hunqapillar that I only take the Hunqapillar when I know I'm pealing off on the singletrack. An early spring or late autumn ride means less traffic and the road is beautifully silent (but greater need of better clothing). Wit

Re: [RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

Sounds like a great ride for gears … or at least freewheel! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Jul 26, 2016, at 5:04 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Och! Yes, SS v. Fixed would make a BIG difference on the descent, either > direction. I don't recom

Re: [RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

Och! Yes, SS v. Fixed would make a BIG difference on the descent, either direction. I don't recommend fixed for Pikes Peak. The descent is a BLAST, until you catch up to a line of white-knuckled lowlanders in their cars. Though it is surprising how may can be passed just with gravity accelerati

Re: [RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

Going up from Gunnison was hard, descending down the other side to Salida was even worse. Probably the toughest descent I’ve ever done—miles and miles of hanging onto the brakes to keep from going too fast (and keeping my cadence at a safe level). Pikes Peak looks fun. I hope to try that somet

Re: [RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

Here's my furtherest ride up Pikes Peak (I did two rides, never made the top). Average grade of 8-9%, regular boutes of 10%, and one wee hair pin turn with stunning headwinds above tree line at 15%. I used my bail out rear of 22t. Grin. After doing this, everything is sane.

Re: [RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

Quickbeam on Mt Diablo? Barely crazy. Quickbeam over Monarch Pass? *That’s* crazy! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monarch_Pass --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Jul 26, 2016, at 3:36 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I think not. The two sorta-singlesp

[RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

I think not. The two sorta-singlespeeds they tried to sell didn't, and only a crazy-person would ride one in the area RBW is located. (Yes, I've seen a Quickbeam on Mt. Diablo. That guy was crazy). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

Satan himself has clearly designed the track end- derailleur-hangered rear on my Surly Troll. Mixed with fenders, racks and disc brakes it is highly functional and curse inducing. Be careful of the deal with the devil On Tuesday, July 26, 2016, Patrick Moore wrote: > Oh, please don't use track

[RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

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[RBW] New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

A friend told me they heard Riv has a fixed and/or single speed in the works for 2017. For some reason, he refused to elaborate. Perhaps he is just full of processed cow fodder. Has anyone here heard anything about this? John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo