Re: [RBW] Re: thinking about going 11 speed, does anyone make a 12-32?

the people making cassettes have counted the teeth, but have never analyzed the ride On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 8:28:21 PM UTC-6, ted wrote: > > Jim, > > I see in your next post you found it. Please let us know how it works out > for you. > Hope I wasn't blowing smoke when I assumed you

[RBW] Re: Big Ol' Clem.

Nice build David. As my date with Clementine approaches, I do find myself a little apprehensive about what kind of position it will put me in. I've been commuting on my Le Tour mixte with Albatross bars since early spring, and I really love this setup. I think I could go a tad more upright and

[RBW] Re: Big Ol' Clem.

good job David, clean bike. -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Ron: I think your Road should go for more than a similar condition Rambouillet. The tubeset is silver brazed Reynolds 753 (heat Treated Manganese Moly) with Reynolds 531 (like 753 but not heat treated) fork tubes, all secured with the Richard Sachs designed lugs. The Ram used nice Japanese

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

I remember Irv Weisman from my days with the New York Cycle Club. When I knew him (early 90s) he was not known for his helmet, but more for his obsession with gearing that would not destroy his knees. As a relatively young speedster at that time, I looked at his charts with amusement. What

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

P.S. I did not intend anecdote in any pejorative sense! Cheers. *a short account of a particular incident or event, especially of an interesting or amusing **nature*. On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 4:36:46 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > As I pointed out in my 'anecdote,' concerns

[RBW] Re: RUSA Appreciation

must have sold the naming rights cheap...randonneurs are notoriously frugal except when it comes to their bicycles... On Wednesday, 25 November 2015 11:32:49 UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > They love randonneurs here in Kansas! > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

I am thankful to live in a country that is founded with a Constitution that supports FREEDOMS like SPEECH. I am thankful for a group of "like-minded" cyclists who all share a personal conviction and passion for an activity they love. I have read the aforementioned article and all corresponding

[RBW] Re: RUSA Appreciation

I was more impressed by the Seahawks sign. On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 11:32:49 AM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > They love randonneurs here in Kansas! > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Polished Sugino Crankset

FWI , the Sugion POE-110 OEM(matte) and I beleive the PE110(silver polish) also rings have superior clearance between big and small ring to any I have seen due to the big ring shape , which is unlike others including the basic cheap Sugino ones. They are not just pure flat, they have an

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

Just because a frame can take a certain width tire coertainly does not mean it was or was not intended for a certain width tire. Wider is not always better. Everyone has a sense of "just right" . On my Bombadil I prefer 40mm tires as I ride on the "road" , albeit patch paved and

[RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Thank you Leah for sharing! Happy Thanksgiving, JohnS On Sunday, November 22, 2015 at 2:37:42 PM UTC-5, LeahFoy wrote: > So, my husband rides - get ready for this - a Target Schwinn, purchased > over 5 years ago that feels as though it is going to fall apart at any > moment. Wobbly. Poor

[RBW] Michigan Rivendell Owners

Who's near by? Would love to see other bikes in person. I saw an Atlantis in Grand Rapids on Halloween. -- 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: Clem for my husband

I enjoyed your story, Leah. You're a good writer! The new CEO I serve rides a carbon "triathlon" bike. When I met him we were standing 20' from my mystery bike, and he was willing to take a look. Cast lugs with gold-lined cutouts, lots of steel tubes (some curvy), leather saddle,

[RBW] Re: New Winter Project: Another 650B conversion, thanks in part to you

Here's a listing I spotted on Craigslist for a Prologue https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/bik/5326703220.html I asked seller the size - "not sure, but he is 5' 7" On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 6:46:56 AM UTC-8, El Sapo wrote: > If you appreciate lugged or steel bikes, 1988 -89 is

[RBW] Re: New Winter Project: Another 650B conversion, thanks in part to you

That Prologue looks like a 19" frame. My wife has a Traveller that looks the same dimension wise. She is 5' 3" with long legs and I needed a technomic to get the bars high enough. Tom Palmer Twin Lake, MI -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

Garth, I agree. But, I'm still the kid who put another slick on the front wheel of my sting ray. The bike shop guy made me bring in a parent to approve before he would install the tire. Of course I just wanted it because I thought it looked cool, but I sold it to my parents as a necessity. I

[RBW] Re: New Winter Project: Another 650B conversion, thanks in part to you

Yes, that's a tiny one. It's a fantastic price for a really nice small road frame. On Thursday, November 26, 2015 at 8:11:54 AM UTC-8, KC wrote: > > Here's a listing I spotted on Craigslist for a Prologue > https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/bik/5326703220.html > I asked seller the

[RBW] Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub

I'm building a Sam for my wife and bought a complete Shimano 105 11-speed STI group for it. Without thinking, I ordered a 650B wheel from Rivendell, only to find that it's a ten-speed hub. Now, I know there are spacing issues with STI shifters, but I'm wondering what would happen if I simply

[RBW] Re: Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub

Well if it's shimano it should work with the 11 speed. They are made wider. If memory is correct when I went from 9 to 10 speed I had to add a spacer. I would make sense that removing that spacer now would make room for the 11 speed. You may not have to replace the wheel. Been wrong

[RBW] Re: Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub

Kevin It could work. Take a look at that smallest cog. See how it has that serrated pattern? That allows the lockring to stay in place without having to tighten it super tight. Now look at the second cog. Is it also serrated in the same way? Many Shimano cogsets have both the top and

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

WOW! Great story Leah! Your man is a lucky guy..not only because he has a new Rivendell... because he is married to a woman who loves bikes, knows bikes, loves to ride and appreciates and understands that a quality bike makes for a more pleasurable experience.. PICS PLEASE:) Happy

[RBW] Re: Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub

Bill - It's because the smallest cog is serrated and seems different from the others that I figured that was the more important gear, and concluded that the big ring on the other side was probably the more expendable and least likely to be missed by the transmission. So off it comes. I don't

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

The drama of this *histoire* is epic! I can't wait to see photos of the new Clem. I'll wager 3:1 that your husband fully agrees with your decision within a week of receipt. Re the Target mtb: it really lasted 5 years of actual riding On Wed, Nov 25, 2015 at 5:37 PM, LeahFoy

[RBW] Seeking a Betty Foy headbadge

Seeking one Betty Foy head badge. Let me know, thanks! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub

I keep reading this as "Elven speeds on a ten-speed hub" and thinking "I don't know, elves are fast, it could burn out." 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

Re: [RBW] Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub

Not true that 135 o.l.d. rear hubs are only made in disc. Pretty much all the boutique hub makers have them, for example: http://www.whiteind.com/mi5 On Nov 26, 2015 11:38, "Kevin Lindsey" wrote: > I'm building a Sam for my wife and bought a complete Shimano 105

[RBW] Big Ol' Clem.

Nice bike! Hey, whobmafe that custom bag? :) -- 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

[RBW] Re: Michigan Rivendell Owners

I will be in the Big Rapids area after the New Year. On Thursday, November 26, 2015 at 10:51:24 AM UTC-5, Belopolsky wrote: > > Who's near by? Would love to see other bikes in person. I saw an Atlantis > in Grand Rapids on Halloween. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: thinking about going 11 speed, does anyone make a 12-32?

This thread needs to be permanently pinned to the top of this forum list. This thing has risen to the most untold dizzying heights of coggery! -- 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: Clem for my husband

Not the dreaded e-bike! That may be worse than my husband's Target special! Ok, maybe not, but I just know Grant would disapprove. :) -- 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: Clem for my husband

KC - I'm intrigued by your story! I urge you to tell it! How can you leave us hanging? Did he get a bike? What happened to his old one? Is it now "the guest bike"? How is your Cheviot? Does he insist you match? How does he feel about the color green? Was he horrified or delighted with the PBH

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Congrats on the accomplishment, Leah! One of the most entertaining posts I've ever read here! Been trying to get my wife on a Rivendell for a long time now. I thought she was just about ready. Thought it was gonna be a lock...her Raleigh is gettin old and the shifting is not great. Her brake

Re: [RBW] Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub

Coggery, that is. -- 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: Clem for my husband

Thanks, you all. You are too kind. BenG, I laughed at the CEO story out loud. Sigh, let him ride it a mile and I bet he makes you an offer. One of my husband's quirks is that he likes to "match." Like, on weekends, he watches me get dressed and then rummages through his closet for some

Re: [RBW] Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub

If you're thinking of going 11-speed...then you aren't thinking... Just kidding. I have been intrigued by the new 1x11 idea that is going on now. But I like friction shifting. And I don't like the fact that anything over 32T makes the cogset look like a discus from the non-drive side. I don't