[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Big One on Appaloosa

Bill in Stockton, what model of bike are you running them on? David, does the Clem have similar clearance to the Appaloosa? Ray Vallejo Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

I've had REALLY good experiences with the cheapest Shimano cantilevers you can buy - the Altus can be had for about $8 a set (cheaper than most pads even). They are easy to set up, quiet, powerful, look good, and feel nice at the lever. Give them a shot! -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

I've had REALLY good experiences with the cheapest Shimano cantilevers you can buy - the Altus can be had for about $8 a set (cheaper than most pads even). They are easy to set up, quiet, powerful, look good, and feel nice at the lever. Give them a shot! -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Rust / Touch-up Advice

I also had some rust on the bb she'll. Rivendell told me the thickness of the shell is more and no worries. That also recommended clear fingernail polish. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] 650b conversion question

Exactly. I converted my '97 Road Standard as well. Since those bikes were designed for 622 x 28 under short-reach calipers (like the RB-1), long-reach calipers have the correct reach for 650b (584) wheels. I used R559/Silver calipers for a while, but changed them out for Paul Racer centerpulls

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

I've had REALLY good experiences with the cheapest Shimano cantilevers you can buy - the Altus can be had for about $8 a set (cheaper than most pads even). They are easy to set up, quiet, powerful, look good, and feel nice at the lever. Give them a shot! -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Big One on Appaloosa

Clem has more clearance. Advertised as fitting 60mm tires plus fenders. It was a tighter fit with fenders up front, but I did run Big Ones under SKS fenders at one point. David Chicago On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 1:26:16 AM UTC-5, Ray Varella wrote: > > Bill in Stockton, what model of bike

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

I'm with Alex - that, based on your description, the problem is still likely in the headset. Except I'd go a step further. When you said "they added a spacer because the headset had bottomed out on the threads," did you mean they added a spacer between the locknut and the threaded top race

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

I have a Toyo Atlantis and had shimmy with a rear biased load. Once I put a little more weight on the front, it went away. I used Tubus low riders with a small

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Rivendell Romulus complete

I wonder if there will be pictures? -- 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,

[RBW] wtb trailer in San Francisco area

My daughter-in-law has asked for help with this. I will forward any responses to her so she can contact you directly. They are in the Berkeley area. Here's her request In search of a bike trailer (with stroller conversion option) that seats 2 kids. Not picket about brand. Please include

[RBW] WTB problem solvers shiifter boss cover

I'm doing a 1x10 all road setup on my NOS '93 XO-2 and just need 1 problem solvers shifter boss cover. Thanks in advance! -- 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: WTB problem solvers shiifter boss cover

Thanks! Fair winds, Captain Conway Bennett > On Aug 25, 2016, at 10:55 AM, Wally Estrella wrote: > > Conway, > > I think I have a set or two. I was cleaning out my parts bins last night > looking for something else and came across what appeared to be a pair mixed

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b conversion question

Yes, that was my thought, more room for fenders, but it seems it probably won't work. I'll play around with it since I have the wheels. Thanks all! On Thu, Aug 25, 2016 at 8:58 AM, Toshi Takeuchi wrote: > Most people do the 650b conversion to allow wider tires and greater >

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b conversion question

The bike came to me without paint--just raw steel and patina. I scrubbed it with Scotchbrite and applied a coating of clear paint to help protect the frame. I love the look. Reminds me of the "rat rod" aesthetic: --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy >

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Rivendell Romulus complete

Thanks for the reminder Brian!! Here are some photos I took this morning: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3MMeOfspiVDbHlvSDZPbi1TNEE=sharing The bike has some beausage as can be seen. It could also be a little cleaner, but not by much. On Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 3:55:33 PM

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

Gee...that is a heckuva nice bike at a heck of a nice price On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 12:58:37 PM UTC-5, Metin Uz wrote: > > I listed my Quickbeam in SF Bay Area Craigslist: > > http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/5746004218.html > > I would like to sell it locally, but will consider

[RBW] Re: FS: Jack Brown Blues, Mark's Rack, Hold Fast Straps

Yes, a pair of Jack Browns Blues with less than 50 miles on them. On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 8:18:45 AM UTC-7, jim wrote: > > That's for a pair of Jack Browns? > Jim > > On Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 4:48:50 PM UTC-5, Will Ashe wrote: >> >> All prices include shipping to CONUS. >> >>

[RBW] Re: Atlantis vs Appaloosa

I've often thought that if I did come across an affordable 56 Atlantis, I'd like to 650b it; interesting that they're going ahead and doing it themselves. (Also thought about a 650b Hunq, and they made that happen too.) Kellie, Understand about wanting a bike, and having to wait to afford

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

Not Atlantis related, but maybe relevant none the less. I had an XO-1 until several months ago. When it was new I rode it around no hands all the time fast forward to a few years ago, I had not ridden it for some time & I am enjoying it. Turned to go down a small hill, sat back on the seat

Re: [RBW] 650b conversion question

Gavin: Your bike must be a little different. I’m running Paris-Motos on mine, and while there’s gobs of clearance for the front tire, the rear just barely fits with a few mms of space. I tried a Hetre on the rear, and it was too tight. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com

[RBW] Re: WTB problem solvers shiifter boss cover

Conway, I think I have a set or two. I was cleaning out my parts bins last night looking for something else and came across what appeared to be a pair mixed in w/ some other hardware. Let me check again tonight when I get home. CHEERS! Wally On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 11:02:58 AM

[RBW] Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

I listed my Quickbeam in SF Bay Area Craigslist: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/5746004218.html I would like to sell it locally, but will consider shipping if it doesn't sell in a week or two. --Metin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b conversion question

Most people do the 650b conversion to allow wider tires and greater comfort. If you are already running 38 mm tires and are planning on converting to 38mm tires, then the only benefit I can think of is adding room for fenders or decreasing toe overlap, but the large drop in BB height may be more

[RBW] Re: FS: Jack Brown Blues, Mark's Rack, Hold Fast Straps

That's for a pair of Jack Browns? Jim On Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 4:48:50 PM UTC-5, Will Ashe wrote: > > All prices include shipping to CONUS. > > Jack Brown - $100 < 50 miles on these > > Mark's - $100 > > Hold Fast - $25 brown waxed canvas > > > I can't post photos now, but I'll be happy

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

There isn't a thing in the world wrong with 9 speed. You can even customize it: most of my bikes run 13-30, and all but one of those are Sheldon's Century Special 12-27s turned into 13-30s by removing the 12, replacing the 13 with a 1st position 13 and adding a flat 30 behind the 27. I use

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Yeah, but Apollonia ends up blowing up, and Michael goes bad … real bad. --Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.CampyOnly.com Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com @Campyonlyguy > On Aug 25, 2016, at 7:03 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > There isn't a thing in the world wrong with 9 speed.

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Not all love turns out good in the end. Look at Romeo & Juliet. Or Oedipus & his mom. But that's not the case with BES. On 08/25/2016 10:06 PM, Eric Norris wrote: Yeah, but Apollonia ends up blowing up, and Michael goes bad … real bad. --Eric N campyonly...@me.com

[RBW] Re: Click, click, click ... aaargh

We use White hubs on our tandems. That rear clicking you describe is familiar. It's the sound of a White hub needing service. The bearings are relatively inexpensive. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Hunqapillar Rides Again!

A! What joy! And what gift to get to celebrate the differences between the ent and the mammoth after nearly a month of Quickbeam only riding awaiting my new month’s bike budget to repair my Hunqapillar’s hub (which rides beautifully!). Thoughts on the various terrain and related gifts of

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

What is the saddle height on your setup? On Thu, Aug 25, 2016 at 1:24 PM, Metin Uz wrote: > This was Mojo's old bike he used on the Big Fix Ride, so you can say it > has good mojo :-) I probably put about 8,000 miles on it commuting the > last two years. Just time to try

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Next update... My AHH build just had another hiccup. I got a call a bit ago and it appears they have run into a slight snag. The 10 speed cassette/rear is mountain and doesn't quite match up with the road front, triple XD2 crank, and 7900 down tube shifters. Evidently, have the 3x10 with down

[RBW] Click, click, click ... aaargh

Requesting the help of you wise list members to stop the clicking from the rear wheel of my Sam Hillborne. The wheel is an Eno hub expertly laced to an A23 rim by Anthony of Longleaf. Still round and true after 2 years of commuting 60-100 miles/week. The clicking happens once I hit a certain

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Rivendell Romulus complete

Golly that's adorable. What's your saddle height in the photos? Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 10:42:16 AM UTC-7, brianweee wrote: > > Thanks for the reminder Brian!! > > Here are some photos I took this morning: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

Spring tension? What would that have to do with how well the brakes stop the bike? Besides, spring tension is the same between the front and rear brakes. My plan is this: - First try lowering the yoke as low as it will go on the Neo-Retros. I can do it since the Nitto Campee front rack I have

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

I hope you don't either...that's an awfully nice bike with all those upgrades at a terrific price...too bad (or good) that I ride a 56cm frame...and have a riv on the way from MN On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 3:24:03 PM UTC-5, Metin Uz wrote: > > This was Mojo's old bike he used on the Big

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

If your only reason for selling a Quickbeam is "Just time to try something else," you'll regret it. But you'll also make someone else's rides fantastic! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 2:24:03 PM UTC-6, Metin Uz wrote: > > This was Mojo's old bike he used on the Big

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

On 08/25/2016 04:58 PM, René Sterental wrote: Spring tension? What would that have to do with how well the brakes stop the bike? Besides, spring tension is the same between the front and rear brakes. Well, as a general statement I am not sure, but I do know this one thing from personal

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

Low profile cantis are generally as a rule stronger brakes (more mechanical advantage) than high profile. Not sure why Paul states otherwise. Getting low profile brakes set up correctly (lots of squish) was a revelation, they inspire a lot more confidence on my MTB -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

I'd read the black mountain cycles article on the topic. Also I believe I read on the Paul site that for neo retros 2-3" yoke height is good enough. I didn't read thru all the posts but have you adjusted spring tension yet? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

This was Mojo's old bike he used on the Big Fix Ride, so you can say it has good mojo :-) I probably put about 8,000 miles on it commuting the last two years. Just time to try something else, I hope I won't regret selling it... --Metin On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 1:17:21 PM UTC-7, Jeremy

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

Dangit! WANTam local.WANT.shouldn't buy..WANT Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 10:58:37 AM UTC-7, Metin Uz wrote: > > I listed my Quickbeam in SF Bay Area Craigslist: > > http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/5746004218.html > > I would like to sell it

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Shimmy ???

yes it does and it has quite small diameter tubingIshiwata .022 and takes a 27mm diameter seatpost...still have mine and still enjoy it and alas I am quite a bit heavier than I was when I bought it in September of 1993... but I'd prefer not to quantify how much heavier :) On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

I _think_ it's too big for me. That's what I'm telling myself, anyway. The fact that my Clem is irritating to carry on the train and the Quickbeam would make a great commuter shouldn't affect that, right? ...right? /Jeremy On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 12:37:00 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:

[RBW] FS: Big Guy Shirts

Patagonia Chambray XXL Bluffside, Bluish Grey, worn once and washed, *25 Shipped.* Rivendell Cowboy Flannel, Blue, worn once,* 75 shipped. (this one http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/at35.htm) * Both are great shirts, just too big for me! -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Thanks, all, for the replies. I think part of the issue was the Dura Ace 7900 down tube shifters are indexed and that road indexing did not match the mountain rear derailleur. If there as an indexing failure, I couldn't fall back to friction. I read through this article from that discussed a lot

[RBW] Re: Click, click, click ... aaargh

http://www.jimlangley.net/wrench/keepitquiet.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 rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

A! Well, there ya go! I'm 200, and absolutely love the flex and power and my 66cm QB planes for me wondrously (I noticed the absence of planing today switching back to my Hunqapillar after 3+ weeks of QB only). With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 4:14:57 PM UTC-6, Metin

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Steve, I heard from Brian, who is doing my build. There is also an issue with the narrow 10 speed chain falling between the chainrings. Brian is recommending the 3x9 with bar end shifters and I'm going with that. I'll ask about that Audax shifter location and see what he says. Thanks. Tim On

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

All I can tell you is my Paul touring cantis f/r are the best brakes I've ever squeezed. -- 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: Click, click, click ... aaargh

1. With the rear wheel off the bike spin the hub axle in your fingers and feel the hub bearings for yourself. If they feel perfect, they are. If they feel imperfect, they might still be fine. 2. Make triple sure its not something with the tire hitting the brake or the chainstay. I had

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

On 08/25/2016 06:19 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: Steve, Thanks for the reply. I'm not sure of the exact wording used to describe the problem. Part was related to the Dura Ace 7900 down tube shifter being road and the rear derailleur and 10 speed 12-36 cassette being mountain. In other

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Steve, That sounds about right. I'm glad there is a fix for it. I'm thinking of going with the recommended 3x9 option. As for shifter location, if not down tube, I'm not sure I want bar ends. I shouldn't have any knee collisions with the Nitto Noodle, but I'm not sure. This "not quite a

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

> What is the saddle height on your setup? 72cm > If your only reason for selling a Quickbeam is "Just time to try something else," you'll regret it. OK, it's not the only reason. I think the Quickbeam is a little overbuilt for me at 136 lbs. While the ride is very comfortable, it doesn't

[RBW] Re: Click, click, click ... aaargh

Try some lube between the spokes where they cross each other? Sometimes they touch and click, I have read. Valve stem nut loose? New tires? Mold whisker hitting brake calipers? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Rivendell Romulus complete

Thanks Bill! It's 76.5cm in the photos. On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 12:55:33 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Golly that's adorable. What's your saddle height in the photos? > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 10:42:16 AM UTC-7, brianweee wrote: >> >>

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Tim, if my recollection is correct, we (the collective we) kinda started with this convo. There may be ways to make your 10-speed downtuber idea work, but it's not what Riv is used to, and Roman's suggestion has been proven over many years around there. My new Appaloosa came with Shimano

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Big One on Appaloosa

I ran them on a Rawland rSogn, but they will next be mounted on a Clem. I took delivery of a green 52 frameset a couple of weeks ago, pictures to come one of these days. Bill On Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 11:26:16 PM UTC-7, Ray Varella wrote: > > Bill in Stockton, what model of bike are

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Rivendell Romulus complete

These are great bikes. I never should have sold my 55, even though I would struggle to clear the toptube now in my old age. Somebody buy this! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Click, click, click ... aaargh

I agree with Bill. Also, it would surprise me very much if you wore out WI bearings in that amount of mileage. WI builds pretty stout stuff. Are you sure it's the rear? Do you hear it when it's in a workstand and you spin the wheel? jim m wc ca On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 3:15:20 PM

[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

Hi Tim, Steve is correct. This winter I talked a friend of mine into going on a week long self supported tour. He ran out and bought an LHT frame and then started buying parts for it. He ended up with a 10 speed mess. I run a 9-speed mountain cassette, rear der, and road bar end shifter.

Re: [RBW] Click, click, click ... aaargh

Hi Jay, I've had that happen twice to me on different wheels. The first time it was the one eyelet ( I think) come loose inside the rim. I think it was an Open Pro rim. The second time, it was a tiny crack in the rim on a spoke hole. It was a Dyad rim with 36 spokes. Remove the wheel and rotate

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Tim, I haven't tied den thie whole thread, but I have that exact setup in my Atlantis and it works perfectly. Shimano 10 speed downtube shifters, front road crankset, now René Herse, triple chainrings, had Shimano XT rear derailleur but switched to Sun XCD front and rear derailleurs for the all

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

The Shimano changes only apply to brifters or MTB shifters where in 10 speeds you cannot mix. Not to barend shifters or downtube shifters. The front is still friction and the rear is indexed correctly for both 9 or 10 speeds. And the derailleurs are irrelevant. René On Thursday, August 25, 2016,

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar Rides Again!

Congrats!!! On Thursday, August 25, 2016, Deacon Patrick wrote: > A! What joy! And what gift to get to celebrate the differences between > the ent and the mammoth after nearly a month of Quickbeam only riding > awaiting my new month’s bike budget to repair my

[RBW] Anyone from the Bay area planning a trip to Israel and want to do a good deed for a fellow list member?

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/5746004218.html This is the perfect bike for me. I would obviously cover all costs and buy you a very large beer. Jay in TLV -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar Rides Again!

Yeeerer-haaaww! Ro! -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Click, click, click ... aaargh

Thanks guys. I'll put my cassette wheel back on the bike and take a closer look ant the Eno wheel off the bike. Just for fun, the clicking happens everywhere except on the stand. That's Sheldon's differential for loose spokes. Except that they're not. Maybe I'll try oiling the crossing points

[RBW] Whidbey S24O Ride Report

This with pics at http://www.stonehog.com/: Not much action on the camping front this year, so I grabbed a chance to do a quick overnight (S24O ) from my place in Freeland, WA up to Fort Ebey. It's about 30 miles one way, and a great chance to try:

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

Anyone from the Bay area planning a trip to Israel and willing to do a good deed for a fellow list member? This is the perfect bike for me. I would obviously cover all costs and buy you a very large beer. Jay On Friday, August 26, 2016 at 1:36:26 AM UTC+3, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > A! Well,

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

I don't think that's right, René. If a 10-speed brifter won't index a Dyna-Sis derailer, other 10-speed road shifters shouldn't, either. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving