Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-28 Thread Belopsky
I had a dream the BLUG was updated about the bike LOL -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-28 Thread Belopsky
Oops I mucked up 'In about 6 wks, by about Dec 10,' On Monday, November 27, 2017 at 10:44:14 PM UTC-5, tc wrote: > > Thanks Jim - cool decal, but yes quite a tease. I had corresponded with > Will about this bike a while back and have asked for more pics. At that > time he said bikes would be

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-27 Thread tc
Thanks Jim - cool decal, but yes quite a tease. I had corresponded with Will about this bike a while back and have asked for more pics. At that time he said bikes would be ready end of December. I can't remember where the Dec 6 date was referenced. -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-27 Thread Belopsky
Hopefully we hear more this week. December 6th is coming... -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-26 Thread Belopsky
Such a tease. Looks like that's a tube with colors/decals as I see Roadini under it. I hope the color will be more interesting than that ;0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-26 Thread Jim M.
I've been notified that the photo was too large to load for some. Here's the link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/9B8J6xZW6XDC3pOw1 -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-25 Thread Jim M.
Stopped by RBW today and picked up a new shirt in green and blue. Very nice shirts, and I'm a fan of the multicolored buttons. Grant and crew were installing a 75-in tv screen in the showroom. They plan to scroll photos and also have it available for when guest speakers present. While there, I

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-19 Thread Belopsky
I wonder when we'll know more info? December is almost here -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Yep, Wasn’t sure how much wider you’re going for and not familiar with the GB rims but the aero 20mm isn’t far off from the CR18 22mm but definitely closer to the narrower VO PBP 19mm. I’ve had success fitting the same sets of tires (from 28s up to actual 35s) on a set of CR18s and also 19mm

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-18 Thread Belopsky
The Aero measure 20mm. -- 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] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
If the Velocity Aero isn’t too narrow for you the Velocity Wheel Dept. still has track wheels on sale under $200... I almost got a set as a lightweight complement to an overkill chukker set I already bought last year to beat up on my single speed. (The polo wheelset also still on sale for the

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-18 Thread Belopsky
A few wrenches in the gears.. VO PBP is too narrow. GB Abeille is too narrow. The 32H of the PAPILLON are currently sold out, due in January.. The cheapest wheelset I've spec'd via Bens Cycles: CR18 32/32H Milwaukee (rebranded Formula?) fixed/free hubs 32/32H ($100 for the set. Sapim Race spokes

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-17 Thread Philip Williamson
At $150, it’s not a lot more $$$ than any other nice hub. You can build a nice wheelset for much less than the $600 for the other wheels you were looking at. I think it would be quite cool. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-17 Thread Belopsky
I also haven't put it out of mind to get the 120mm Grand Bois cassette hub for future versatility with the wheels..just a lot more $$$ -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-17 Thread Clayton.sf
May void warranty, other than that it should not be issue. Best, Clayton Scott SF, CA On Friday, November 17, 2017 at 11:53:07 AM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote: > > Any reason I can't use a freewheel on a hub meant for cog and lockring? I > know there arent enough threads for the freewheel to thread on

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-17 Thread Belopsky
Any reason I can't use a freewheel on a hub meant for cog and lockring? I know there arent enough threads for the freewheel to thread on completely but I've done it in the past.. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-17 Thread Deacon Patrick
In essence, Jim, the 3-speed would be an effort to make the Hunqapillar a Hunqa-beam. Quickbeam and Treebeard. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-17 Thread Jim Bronson
I wish I had bought the last 68 Quickbeam that came up on this list. On Fri, Nov 17, 2017 at 10:54 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Patrick of the Moore, Quickbeam fixed. Still toying with trying the > 3-speed Sturmey AW on the Hunqapillar, with Melvin tensioner and 24/38 >

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-17 Thread Deacon Patrick
Patrick of the Moore, Quickbeam fixed. Still toying with trying the 3-speed Sturmey AW on the Hunqapillar, with Melvin tensioner and 24/38 chainrings on the Hunqapillar. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-17 Thread Patrick Moore
Patrick: What did you decide on for your transmission -- AW 3 speed? Please post photos of new build; I'd like to see how the tires clear the frame. As for tires: I find that my typical 25 to 40 lb rear load is noticeably smoother on a 60 psi 29 mm* Elk Pass than on the slightly wider Kojak.

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Belopsky
I've reached out to Grand Bois about a wheel build for this, we'll see what the total is. I really like the looks of the GB rims (Abeille)..have not decided on a hub..lookin at Gran Compe: http://www.diacompe.co.jp/images/material/original28_img005.jpg or Ene Ciclo:

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
For my Quickbeam winter coversion to fixed/ss flip flop, I decided to go a step up from Surly’s hubs to Paul’s High Flange 120 track hubs, which are prices about half way between Surly and Phil. Phil sounded mighty futsy about what cogs fit his hubs, whereas Paul had no qualms about the dingle

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread George Schick
I loved 'em, too. But I was too heavy for them - kept braking the rear axles. Finally gave up and replaced 'em with a set of PW's. On Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 1:34:19 PM UTC-6, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > sure are...they make me almost want to clean up my record hubs on my > peugeot (which

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Ryan Fleming
sure are...they make me almost want to clean up my record hubs on my peugeot (which are frankly disgusting right now) but that ain't happening before spring. I've always loved the older classic campy hubs up to and including 1990 C-record hubs. They are s smooth and so pleasing to the

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Patrick Moore
Oh, purty! On Thu, Nov 16, 2017 at 6:33 AM, lconley wrote: > I have been saving these for a few years, I think a single speed would be > a good place to use them. > > Laing > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread lconley
The idea was to increase the angle of the drive side spokes and reduce the necessary tension. It did, but barely, it really did not result in a stronger wheel, but they sure are unique. I had a friend in the seventies who had them and I always wanted a pair. I ran across these on E-bay a few

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Ryan Fleming
Ooops missed org post. Those are mighty pretty hubs *NOS Campagnolo Record Hi-Lo Hubs. They made a couple of runs of these in the seventies. Fairly rare. The rear is a wide six at present, I have a new 5 speed Campy axle and a variety of Campy axle spacers that I will use,* I had to have my

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Ryan Fleming
those look like Campy hi-lo flange Record hubs. Very pretty. I wonder what the functional reason is for the hi-lo rear hub. I use record low flange 36-hole with a 126 OL on my PX-10 (horizontal dropouts) which is now a single-speed with some original French parts , some Japanese , a little of

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread lconley
It can be made perfect with the proper width bottom bracket. On Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 9:34:20 AM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > So if I understand correctly the chainline may not be perfect but close > enough? > > On Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 9:20:14 AM UTC-5, lconley wrote: >> >> NOS

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Belopsky
So if I understand correctly the chainline may not be perfect but close enough? On Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 9:20:14 AM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > > NOS Campagnolo Record Hi-Lo Hubs. They made a couple of runs of these in > the seventies. Fairly rare. The rear is a wide six at present, I

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread lconley
NOS Campagnolo Record Hi-Lo Hubs. They made a couple of runs of these in the seventies. Fairly rare. The rear is a wide six at present, I have a new 5 speed Campy axle and a variety of Campy axle spacers that I will use, In the past, I have just put a single speed freewheel on a 5 speed hub

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Belopsky
What are these? I have a set of Campy hubs (rear needs a new axle) - can I use that to build a single speed wheelset? Would require some spacing to make the chainline work right, right? (since this is a 5/6 speed 120mm hub?) On Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 8:33:29 AM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread Max S
That IS a nice looking, nicely spec’ed bike! Scorcher style! My stable is saturated, so I won’t go for it, but hope it goes to a good home! :-) - Max -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread lconley
I have been saving these for a few years, I think a single speed would be a good place to use them. Laing -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I have a like new set of vintage Suzue fixfree hubs (front and rear bolt-on), $40 plus shipping. Let me know off list. On Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 1:44:02 PM UTC-8, Doug Bloch wrote: > > I️ am very happy with my Suzue Pro Max track hubs. > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread Doug Bloch
That San Diego one is a dream bike for me. Hope someone here buys it! Doug -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread commutour
In San Diego: https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/bik/d/rivendell-quickbeam-58cm/6388320346.html -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread Belopsky
Seeing that the Sun CR-18 rims are so cheap, I may go budget build all around. -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread Doug Bloch
I️ am very happy with my Suzue Pro Max track hubs. https://www.benscycle.com/suzue-pro-max-sb-rear-track-hub---fixfree---32-hole/rear_hub_suzue__441-127/product -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread Belopsky
Anyone going wild and putting a Compass crank on theirs? https://www.compasscycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/CranCmCrank1_A_1352-600x600.jpg -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread Belopsky
I totally do not need one but as I think I said earlier in the thread, I enjoyed my single speed Bob Jackson Vigorelli but wish it had larger tire clearances..The Riv is going to be 2x the cost however.. We'll see what the sizing is like.. On Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 1:34:31 PM UTC-5,

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread iamkeith
By the way, I think I saw Grant say that the chainstays on the Blue Lug single speed frames are going to be fillet brazed at the bottom bracket (?) I'm sure that adds to the cost a bit but, in case anybody doesn't think it's worth it or is bothered by the idea of a non-lugged connection,

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread iamkeith
On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 5:37:31 PM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > From what Grant's written about the coming bike.. "• 120 rear spacing, new > rear dropouts---track style...two eyes for rak & fendr. No der tab. Angle > like Quickbeam's, long, too." it may work > > > Judging by the number

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread Belopsky
>From what Grant's written about the coming bike.. "• 120 rear spacing, new rear dropouts---track style...two eyes for rak & fendr. No der tab. Angle like Quickbeam's, long, too." it may work On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 11:34:03 AM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote: > > > > On Tuesday, November 14,

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread iamkeith
On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 5:55:49 AM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > Anyone think this could work? 120mm O.L.D. > https://janheine.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/hub_gb_hf_5sp_6sp.jpg > > Could use spacers and the like if you want to run a true single speed > setup or could maybe make a 5speed

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread EasyRider
The long horizontal dropouts on my 53cm Rosco Bubbe road were a big reason I bought it. Some day I'll reinvent it as a single speed. It's a 1x8 now, and replaced an old Trek 330 road bike I had converted to fixed/free 12 years earlier. But even with horizontal dropouts it's a compromise as a

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread Belopsky
Yep, that's also a possibility. Personally I like the hub body of the Grand Bois more On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 9:38:30 AM UTC-5, Jeremy Tavan wrote: > > There's also the one from SunXCD, http://sunxcd.net/hubs/ - I use one in > my commuter bike and like it. > > On Tuesday, November 14,

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread Jeremy Tavan
There's also the one from SunXCD, http://sunxcd.net/hubs/ - I use one in my commuter bike and like it. On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 5:44:40 AM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote: > > Incorrect. > http://www.cyclesgrandbois.com/SHOP/gb_lfqr_R120126.html > -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread Belopsky
Incorrect. http://www.cyclesgrandbois.com/SHOP/gb_lfqr_R120126.html -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread Steve Palincsar
No, because they're not selling it anymore. On 11/14/2017 07:55 AM, Belopsky wrote: Anyone think this could work? 120mm O.L.D. https://janheine.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/hub_gb_hf_5sp_6sp.jpg -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread Belopsky
Anyone think this could work? 120mm O.L.D. https://janheine.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/hub_gb_hf_5sp_6sp.jpg Could use spacers and the like if you want to run a true single speed setup or could maybe make a 5speed work too>? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Belopsky
Grant wrote about this back on 10/23, it was re-posted earlier in this thread. These are the Blue Lug single-speed frames. -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Belopsky
I dont know if they are the prettiest..the second photo looks nice. What are they? -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Patrick Moore
And, they're the prettiest cranks ever made, IMO. But surely, you don't think I was entirely serious? On Mon, Nov 13, 2017 at 7:27 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Why not? > > On Mon, Nov 13, 2017 at 7:22 PM, Belopsky > wrote: > >> Really? Why >> >>

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Patrick Moore
Why not? On Mon, Nov 13, 2017 at 7:22 PM, Belopsky wrote: > Really? Why > > On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 8:25:32 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: >> >> One of these, for sure: >> >> [image: Inline image 1] >> >> [image: Inline image 2] >> >> On Mon, Nov 13, 2017 at

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Belopsky
Really? Why On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 8:25:32 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > One of these, for sure: > > [image: Inline image 1] > > [image: Inline image 2] > > On Mon, Nov 13, 2017 at 6:12 PM, Belopsky > wrote: > >> What are your all thoughts on a crankset? My

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread tc
No - I've seen no details. Just to get the conversation going I made a huge assumption that cost would be that of the blue lug single. That may be wildly off. On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 6:13:56 PM UTC-5, Clayton.sf wrote: > > Are we sure that the single speed is the blue lug single

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Belopsky
What are your all thoughts on a crankset? My last bike had a 144mm BCD crankset, which made finding chainrings a bit hard but also a bit expensive. Sugino XD or similar? I had a TA Pro 5 Vis crankset but i stripped the threads on it so that's out.. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Belopsky
yep On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 6:13:56 PM UTC-5, Clayton.sf wrote: > > Are we sure that the single speed is the blue lug single speed? > > Clayton Scott > SF, CA > > On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 3:11:01 PM UTC-8, Sky Coulter wrote: >> >> I really liked the math. It reminds me of my own

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Clayton.sf
Are we sure that the single speed is the blue lug single speed? Clayton Scott SF, CA On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 3:11:01 PM UTC-8, Sky Coulter wrote: > > I really liked the math. It reminds me of my own cost estimates. > > Sky in new west > > On Nov 13, 2017, at 1:48 PM, Belopsky

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-13 Thread Sky Coulter
I really liked the math. It reminds me of my own cost estimates. Sky in new west > On Nov 13, 2017, at 1:48 PM, Belopsky wrote: > > There are some really spendy parts on that list there and you are missing > other items.. > freewheel? Dingle cog (if WI) will be $$$

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-12 Thread Ian A
I was curious as to why a sports oriented design tends to end up with somewhat limited tire clearance (I appreciate the Rodeo offers far more clearance than mosrmt bikes in the same genre). I was under the impression that the Blue Lug and the Rodeo could use the same brakes that are typically

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-12 Thread Belopsky
Let's talk parts? My last foray into single speed..I went a but nuts and spent more than need be.. -- 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: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-12 Thread Bill Lindsay
The Roadeo has 55mm brake clearance and does not take Tektro 559 brakes. The Roadeo takes Tektro 539 brakes. The Frank Jones Sr has 59mm brake clearance and that’s near the minimum for Tektro 559 brakes. The Hillborne has 65mm brake clearance and that is near the maximum for Tektro 559

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-12 Thread iamkeith
On Friday, November 10, 2017 at 11:03:50 PM UTC-7, Ian A wrote: > In that case, why do models like the Rodeo and Blue Lug SS need to have more > limited clearance than, say the Hillborne, considering they all can use the > same model of long reach brakes? > > IanA/Edmonton Canada where wider

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-11 Thread Belopsky
I'm looking forward to this. I don't need another frame, but I sold my Vigorelli because it was limited to a 30mm tire at best. This is 2x the cost..curious on the geometry. Pbh of 83 so sounds like 53 would be the way to go..I'm guessing something like a 55 tt.. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-11 Thread Philip Williamson
A bigger tire also changes the ride. I had BG Rock’n’Roads on my Quickbeam for a while. I liked it, but when I went back to 38s the bike turned in a bit quicker and was a bit more sprightly. It felt like itself. The Singular with 38s turned in too fast, and settled down with 2” tires. I’m a

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread Ian A
Good point, I didn't actually frame a question! In that case, why do models like the Rodeo and Blue Lug SS need to have more limited clearance than, say the Hillborne, considering they all can use the same model of long reach brakes? I would guess the answer lies in the many nuances of geometry

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
*" it's more of a classic fit than a RIVFIT 2017"* I would say they are likely to be more or less square, so you'll be good to go with the 57. On Friday, November 10, 2017 at 10:47:02 AM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Oh, I shouldn't, but if it's a roady-Riv, I want one. And 120 OL! > > I

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread Bill Lindsay
The fact they refer to a forthcoming brake, a new rev of Dia Compe 610, makes it sound like the frame was designed to work with that particular brake which imparts a clearance. On Friday, November 10, 2017 at 3:26:07 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Plus the bike is designed for a different

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread Joe Bernard
Plus the bike is designed for a different market that seems to be looking for thin tubes and ultralight wheels. Blue Lug's buyers may not want to run skinny tires in a frame with huge clearances. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread iamkeith
You didn't actually ask a question. ;-) But from my observations, I think Riv has always correlated fatter tires with larger loads. Or at least a propensity for a rider to try to haul more than they should. So i think that if a particular model is designed for unloaded, fast riding and

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread Ian A
This question is meant for the sake of curiosity, not critism, but I really like the concept of this bicycle, except for the tire clearance limits. 45mm tires with fenders would be groovy. The Atlantis achieves this, with an acceptable Q for most riders. I suppose the limiting factor is the

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread George Schick
If he's getting a 59cm that he wishes was a 58 then why are they gonna be made in odd sizing instead of even? If I bought one of these it'd probably have to be a 55 which I'd be wishing was a 54, because that's the size I normally ride (and since this is going to be a "paved-road, light-load"

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread Patrick Moore
Oh, I shouldn't, but if it's a roady-Riv, I want one. And 120 OL! I know Riv deprecates tt length, but I don't. I need the size with a 56 to 57 cm tt, this for 73 sta, and adjusted according to the frame's actual sta. Anyone? I don't know my pbh, but my Rivs are 57 and 58 c-c and work fine. On

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread lconley
On 10/23 In about 6 wks, by about Dec 10, we'll have 20 total/6 sizes UP TO 59cm of the Frank Jones Sr, a singlespeed frame designed for Blue Lug, our Tokyo dealer. We made 20 extras for us. • seat lug (new socket style, but made for 3-deg upslope) and head lugs (custom style) • fillet-brazed

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread Patrick Moore
Has anyone heard scuttlebutt besides that on the Blug? Will this be a Quickbeam or a ss Roadeo? I'd love a 3d Rivendell for that AM hub that has been gnawing at my conscience for several years ... but a roady type one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread lum gim fong
Glad to see another Rivsingle. Looking forward to seeing what it will be. I rode in Florida for a couple months and I think I only used three gears on me Sam. If I lived there I might look into this. But I live in MD so I use my 16-speed Rivbike and my 21-speed Rivbike to get around. Some LBII

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread Eric Daume
Agree with Patrick. My old Cross Check and my new Black Mountain Monstercross both have this sort of dropout. It's my favorite by far for a rim brake single speed. On Fri, Nov 10, 2017 at 12:21 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > The best rear fork end for ss or fixed is the long

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread nash5510
Why not just use a derailer with the cable removed? Or just leave the cable attached. To shift between single speeds just move the shifter a little. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-09 Thread Patrick Moore
The best rear fork end for ss or fixed is the long horizontal, sloped so that your rear brake pads (if you use a rear caliper) remain more or less aligned with the rim when you move the wheel back and forth. I'd much rather have track ends on a ss/fixed frame than verticals, but I'd much rather