[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Dear Tony, Thanks for taking time to meet for coffee and to see the Romulus. I enjoy your writing and photos as always. Thanks for the photo of me with the bike, Dear Michael, I'll do my best and hope my measurements are accurate enough. The ride is lovely, smooth and stable. It is similar

RE: [RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

I have a custom Riv bought six months before the Ram was announced, geometry fairly identical, e.g. 80 mm bb drop. I have converted it to 650B (PariMoto 38 mm) and ride it with 177,5 mm cranks. Quite low, but, seriously, no problem. The same with the Heron Touring on tour, even on trails (not

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

I'd like to hear more about the ride. Since you apparently never rode it as a 700c that may be a bit difficult but give it a try. How much pedal clearance do you have? I remember reading that GP didn't recommend converting the Rambouliet because of the low BB shell, but I have successfully

[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

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Superb job, Erl! Aside from what must've been a really fun and rewarding project, kudos to you for giving that frame a new lease on life! Bob E -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

WOW! No one would know it's been restored.Looks brand new. Makes me want to start checking those used bike ads. NICE JOB! Jon > > -- 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] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Patrick, Thanks! Just to clarify- it is a Romulus not a rodeo. Cost is something I try not to dwell on; my wife tells me it's cheaper than golf, but I am not so sure! I bought the frameset for $400 and the powdercoating cost me $250. Most of the components were bought from Riv, my LBS or this

Re: [RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Erl: Pretty Damn Good! May I ask: 1. What this conversion and overhaul cost? 2. That you describe the difference in the Roadeo's handling with 650B and with 700C wheels? Others: I owned an earlier 56 cm stt Sam Hillborne and sold it because I didn't care for the fit (59 cm tt; yes I know that

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Sky, Thanks for your comments. Your Saluki is gorgeous. I think the Soma 650x38 are about the max. The rear is the issue-I have about 7mm of clearance on the sides. Plenty of room on the front. Photo of clearance: https://flic.kr/p/FwK3qz Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Steve, Thanks. I appreciate your graciousness when I stop by unexpectedly. Looking forward to a ride with you next week. Erl -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Leif, Photo of enamel: https://flic.kr/p/FuqzyY -- 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: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Evan, Leif and Franklyn, Thank you for your comments; I am pleased with how it turned out. Leif, The powdercoater recommended a light sanding before I painted to scuff the surface a bit. I sprayed two coats of enamel and used a brush for the windows on the fork. I followed someone from this

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Dear Hugh, Thanks for your comments. Yes, a local auto body shop did powdercoating and I painted the head tube. All I did to the headbadge was clean it and keep it safe until I could reattach it! All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Nice rejuvenation snd transformation. I've been considering converting my Romulus to 650b since I saw pics of Leslie Bright's Ram conversion. Was 38mm the max tires size you could fit comfortably with fenders? I think they only reason I haven't tried this conversion yet is that I've already

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Erl, thanks for bringing the Rom by for a sneak preview this morning! It's a beautiful bike and a beautiful build, like your others. I can assure the readers here that it looks as good in person as it does in the photos. And I have to add that, In this case, the photos DO do it justice! RBW

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Gosh, That bike really reminded me of my first Romulus which I sold several years ago. The headbadge is something that is pretty

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Yes, totally agree that this looks fantastic--well done! Do you mind sharing more details about how you painted the head tube? materials and techniques, esp. over powder coat, I presume. Thanks again for sharing (and restoring)! --leif On Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 1:19:53 PM UTC-5, Evan E.

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Wow! Beautiful color. Beautiful head tube. Beautiful everything. > -- 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: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Erl, Wow I'm so impressed with this restoration. This is a power coat from an auto body biz?? It looks fantastic! And did I read this right you painted the headtube and the headbadge? I just love posts like this. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 8:36:03 AM UTC-7, WETH

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Ryan, Justin and Phil, thanks! Ron, I used Tektro R559 that Riv sells and needed every millimeter of reach! -- 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: Romulus refurbished as 650b

That looks fantastic. Good job! Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 8:36:03 AM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > > I blame Tony DeFilippo; he emailed me and several other area Rivendell > aficionados last June about a Romulus frameset that his Bike co-op had for > sale. The size was

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

A labor of love with the appropriate result. What brakes did you use? - reach looks great. -- 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: Romulus refurbished as 650b

Are you sure Romulus would drive a Ford? Maybe a Fiat? Great restoration. When is there going to be a DC Metro Riv gathering? -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

I really like that blue! Nice restoration! Looking forward to trying 650B myself on my forthcoming mixte. Enjoy your new bike! On Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 10:36:03 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote: > > > I blame Tony DeFilippo; he emailed me and several other area Rivendell > aficionados last June about