[RBW] Albastache on what frame?

So I've had an itch to build up an Albastache'd bike. Might be silly to build up a bike only to have another handlebar option, but I'm ok with that. My goal is to find an older mtb as a winter project and build it up with Albastache bars. Assuming the bars work out for me, I'd like to swap

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

The main take-away if you want to use a SA saddle is that it is *supposed* to sag. It's part of the design, not a flaw. If you are more interested in the saddle looking a certain way than feeling a certain way you will not be happy with these saddles. The cut-out is a life changer Also I don't

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

I use Compass tires. They are comfortable, handle and corner extremely well, and give a cushy ride. But I don't think any tire I've ever ridden (or any bike component for that matter) has ever made me any faster. At least that's what the bike computer shows. So I cannot claim that the

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I am honestly surprised people have managed to stretch the SA leather past the length of the tension bolt. I have a Titanico (original model before T, X, ) I've had for about 5 years. Put countless miles on it, rode it on a week long tour, commuted on it, you name it. Still going strong. I

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

Building a Christmas bike for my son-in-law. Took several nights of sore hands to get Compass 32mm EL mounted true on new Mavic Open Sport/105 wheels. He won't know the difference, but they feel as good as a skinny can. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: fs: Shimano 9 speed bar end shifter pods

I could use these...thought I'd respond here to since I got moderated it! Sent you email privately also. Thanks, Greg On Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 9:48:36 PM UTC-4, Eric wrote: > > Bump$15 shipped > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I realize sagging is part of their design but when you get a saddle whose shirt goes from (nearly) vertical to horizontal - I have a fit problem with that. Believe me, I wanted to like the saddle and am no stranger to leather ones. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:25:23 AM UTC-5, ian m

[RBW] Deep Red 60CM Joe Bell Painted Custom on Ebay - San Diego Area? Anyone recognize?

Not mine and never dealt with this seller. What catches my attention is the dearth of description on this frameset. Which may mean that it was just found at an estate sale or something. And further conjecture probably is not necessary. Appears to be a dark red Joe Bell painted later model

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Not about looks it's about comfort. Sagging too much then it's uncomfortable. I'm not sure which came first the excessive sagging or their customer service response of "it's supposed to sag and warning about over-tensioning":p. yes out of the box it's more comfortable than a brooks. But a

Re: [RBW] FS: my old 1x10 set up.

I'll take the Zee rd! thanks =- Joe On 12/3/16, mike gasparino wrote: > Hey guys, have had these laying around for a while from an old 1x10 build on > my riv: > > -Deore XT 10 Speed 11-36 cassette (less then 100 miles) with KMC 10 speed > chain. $50 shipped > -shimano zee

[RBW] Re: Looking for recommendations for shipping a bike from Bellingham, WA to Oakland, CA

Having gotten used to how expensive FedEx and UPS had gotten, I was pleasantly surprised to see how affordable bikeflights was. I've had my first experience with a bike getting damaged by the shipper using bikeflights, but I had insured the bike and getting an insurance claim was

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for recommendations for shipping a bike from Bellingham, WA to Oakland, CA

I recently used Amtrak to ship a bike across the country, with great results. I used Amtrak because I was shipping a vintage bike (Raleigh) that I didn't want to disassemble enough to fit into the type of bike box that BikeFlights uses (think of the boxes you can get from your local bike

[RBW] Re: Roadini info

Not much out there, but here's a discussion from the group, with Grant's description: Roadini Teaser On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 11:18:33 AM UTC-7, Forrest Meyer wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

For me it wasn't the sagging of the SA it was the bending of the super long rails over a century distance ride that did me in... I did find the saddle to be pretty comfy. On Tue, Dec 6, 2016 at 12:19 PM, Daniel D. wrote: > Not about looks it's about comfort. Sagging too

[RBW] Re: Looking for recommendations for shipping a bike from Bellingham, WA to Oakland, CA

I have never used Amtrak, but there there was a recent thread about it where some members chimed in. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:06:28 AM UTC-8, Guybe Slangen

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for recommendations for shipping a bike from Bellingham, WA to Oakland, CA

Not for everyone, but when I bought a bike in Sacramento, I drove down to pick it up, That was OK as neither wife or I had seen that part of the US before. Three nights. Turned out to be an enjoyable road trip Eric Vancouver BC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Roadini info

Where? Thanks. (I know, I'm clueless, but I did look.) -- 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

Re: [RBW] Extreme long johns...

Ha! Never dawned on me to search fishnet underwear. Sorry about that. The shirt is $38 shipped. And it is thicker (creating more air pocket depth) than the muscle shirt you link to. Would it work? Likely, but not as well. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 6:33:01 PM UTC-7,

Re: [RBW] Extreme long johns...

I have used Brynje brand fishnet for many (more than 20?) years. Works great for xc skiing. I use a short sleeve top and knicker bottoms. It's a Norwegian company instead of Colorado though, and the prices reflect that. http://www.brynje-shop.com/index.html?language=en -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

OK, but this was the first 8 miles on my first S-A - it stretched so much the front of the saddle actually let go of the stretch bolt - this was stopped at a bike shop to borrow some tools to fix it. This took most of the stretch bolt and finally bent a rail.

Re: [RBW] Extreme long johns...

On 12/06/2016 08:43 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Ha! Never dawned on me to search fishnet underwear. Yeah, you find all kinds of stimulating, exciting pictures when you do that... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Extreme long johns...

On 12/06/2016 08:32 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: Sheesh! Do a search for fishnet underwear and you get the party girls. guys too -- 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

[RBW] Looking for recommendations for shipping a bike from Bellingham, WA to Oakland, CA

I had a terrific experience getting a 64cm Atlantis across the country with shipbikes.com (no affiliation). They have a deal with FedEx similar to bikeflights, I think it was <$60 from California to DC. Good luck! Jeff Arlington, VA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Roadini info

The Appaloosa has been the only new fully lugged model in quite a while. What I think happened is the youngsters at Riv finally convinced Grant that losing sales to lower-cost TIGed steel bikes was for the birds, and the floodgates opened on that end. First was the very excellent Clem, then

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Also want to add that my history with B17 Special and B17 Champion is equally glum - - both stretched and developed bad ridges to the point that I had to lace them S. Texas summer sweat could be a factor in this, but

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I must be one of those that the X fits, I call it my "taint hammock" and it is by far the most comfortable saddle I've ever been on. B17 on my Atlantis with Albas and the X on my Noodled Ram. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 7:14:35 AM UTC-7, ian m wrote: > > I am honestly surprised people have

Re: [RBW] Re: Extreme long johns...

So, cotton works well? Good to know, since cotton fishnet seems to be readily available. This? https://www.amazon.com/Crystal-Cotton-String-Fishnet-T-Shirt/dp/B00ZIAT82S On Tue, Dec 6, 2016 at 8:04 PM, GAJett wrote: > I have used fishnet for over 45 years, and some of my

[RBW] Extreme long johns...

Fishnet. Wiggy’s (same company in Colorado that does Riv’s sleeping bag. http://www.wiggys.com/clothing-outerwear/fishnet-long-underwear/ I just did this test of the top: It was newly washed, along with a HEAVY flannel cotton

Re: [RBW] Extreme long johns...

Sheesh! Do a search for fishnet underwear and you get the party girls. Any less expensive sources for non-cotton fishnet t-shirts? Either LS or SS is fine. And the party boys too. But would this work? Not lewd exactly, but tasteless; still, the question ...

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

My how times have changed! 32mm road tires are now "a skinny"... On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:35:31 AM UTC-5, BenG wrote: > > Building a Christmas bike for my son-in-law. Took several nights of sore > hands to get Compass 32mm EL mounted true on new Mavic Open Sport/105 > wheels. He won't

[RBW] Re: Roadini info

I'm definitely getting one. Always wanted a roadeo,ram, or custom (not to me) riv road.. -- 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] Deep Red 60CM Joe Bell Painted Custom on Ebay - San Diego Area? Anyone recognize?

Lovely! -- 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] Deep Red 60CM Joe Bell Painted Custom on Ebay - San Diego Area? Anyone recognize?

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[RBW] Re: Extreme long johns...

I have used fishnet for over 45 years, and some of my current inventory dates to that time. NOTHING compares to the flexibility of fishnet as a base layer. Large air pockets create a very warm layer next to the skin, especially if the overlying layer fits closely. Opening the outer layer

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini info

Will the Roadini have Roadeo-type tubing, or Ram-type tubing? If the former, I am very interested. On Tue, Dec 6, 2016 at 3:42 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote: > I must admit to some surprise. For quite awhile it seemed like > consolidation was the order of the day. Now models

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Hahaha. Love it! -- 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] Extreme long johns...

You realize the whole point is to wear a(t least one) shirt over it? Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 6:56:37 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Thanks, and no need to apologize. I thought it was funny. > > Now the question is: do I have the pecs to wear that shirt? >

Re: [RBW] Extreme long johns...

Now that's a dedication to real world testing! Thanks for this information. I don't experience your cold, but I do want to look for some fishnet base layers. BTW, 40*F, ~40% humidity, windy, no radiant heat because the sun was behind the clouds (the radiant heat of the suh at high altitudes is

[RBW] Re: Extreme long johns...

Cotton would be lovely! Yes, I didn't get the bottoms from Wiggy's for that very reason, but if anyone finds a source of fishnet pants, especially cotton, please pass it along! With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 5:19:05 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Fishnet. Wiggy’s

[RBW] Re: MUSA? Completely gone? Coming back?

No offense to Grant, but I can find merino elsewhere. It's MUSA pants, shorts and knickers I can't find substitutes. (don't shorten the legs on the pants, part of what makes them work for me - ha) On Monday, December 5, 2016 at 10:27:53 PM UTC-6, BSWP wrote: > > I have worn out two pair of

Re: [RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Thanks Ian. I was feeling like the Lone Ranger. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 6, 2016, at 9:14 AM, ian m wrote: > > I am honestly surprised people have managed to stretch the SA leather past > the length of the tension bolt. I have a Titanico (original model before

Re: [RBW] Re: Fall Clean-up - Delays for the Moderated & A Few Thoughts

Hey there Max - Thanks for the kind words - always great to hear from you. I keep looking at that and thinking about ways to evolve it. Haven't hit on the right idea yet. - J On Fri, Dec 2, 2016 at 9:36 AM, reynoldslugs wrote: > Jim, > I join others in thanking you for

Re: [RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I just installed my fourth new SA. In my last comment I neglected to say, I had to do some prep work on my last saddle. I took coarse sandpaper and sanded down the edges to provide a rounded edge. I also carefully peened down the edge of the name plate so it won't tear up my shorts. Some mink

[RBW] Re: Albastache on what frame?

HI David. I have the Albastache on a late 1980's Pinarello Montello road bike. It is my go-fast bike and I've come to like it very much. It positions me like you described you wanted as upright but with some aggressive feel. I'm thinking a Roadini or a Roadeo is in my future with that bar.

[RBW] Re: Albastache on what frame?

David, Great question, i've been eyeing an albastache but unsure where you use it, does it replace a moustache? an albatross? drop bars? On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:17:05 AM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: > > So I've had an itch to build up an Albastache'd bike. Might be silly to >

[RBW] Re: Albastache on what frame?

What about a light, flexy frame for the Albastache? Your other rides are towards the beefy-ish end. Maybe a 531 Trek or something? (Although I do remember you having one or some frames like that in the past [?]) I have a 'stache on my Ram "fast-ish road bike", and it is there to stay. I never

Re: [RBW] Wtb/bar end shifter question

Most friction shifters should have enough range. Stay away from Shimano BS79 bar ends, they're 10 speed but have no friction option. BS78 bar ends offer both 10 indexed and friction. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 11:53 AM, mike gasparino wrote: > Hey guys, > > > I have a 1x10

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

i need these very same tires for my black mountain cycles road. they should max out the clearance on it, and make it ride even better than the 25c tires on there now. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Q for fellow Blustery Bonzos...

I had a similar issue back in 2009 not too long after I started running. I was unable to nose breath easily also. In my case, I had both a deviated septum and a bony tumor in my sinus. Once those were taken care of at the end of 2009, I could nose breath easily. A crimped tube can never

[RBW] Re: Wtb/bar end shifter question

microshift has a bar end that can do 10 speed xt dynasys index, but also can be put into friction mode. has more cable pull than a regular shimano bar end i think, so youre 10 speed friction will be a bit more precise. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 12:06:58 PM UTC-5, mike gasparino wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

I am a huge fan of Compass tires. They are my first preference on all my bikes although I do have some others such as tires from Panaracer, etc that are in the supple category. No turning back for me from that feel. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:35:31 AM UTC-5, BenG wrote: > > Building a

[RBW] Looking for recommendations for shipping a bike from Bellingham, WA to Oakland, CA

Hi all, I'm hoping to purchase a used Atlantis in Bellingham but not sure the best, and most affordable, way to get it to me in Oakland. Thanks for any wisdom and guidance. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Wtb/bar end shifter question

Hey guys, I have a 1x10 set up on my Atlantis with a 10 speed xt cassette and derailleur. I need a rear bar end shifter that can go up to 10 on friction, which I'm pretty sure most Shifters can do if I'm not mistaken? thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] FS: shimano 600 cranks with tange bb

Hey guys I took this off of my Atlantis. Fantastic cranks in crazy good shape for their age. I bought them NOS about a year ago . Crankset is 170mm arm length 130bcd. Square taper. Comes with tange square taper bb that has a 118 length with less then 100 miles. DM for photos. $65 shipped --

[RBW] FS: my old 1x10 set up.

Hey guys, have had these laying around for a while from an old 1x10 build on my riv: -Deore XT 10 Speed 11-36 cassette (less then 100 miles) with KMC 10 speed chain. $50 shipped -shimano zee rear 10 speed shifter. ( less then 100 miles) $19 shipped -shimano 600 cranks in fantastic condition.

[RBW] Re: Deep Red 60CM Joe Bell Painted Custom on Ebay - San Diego Area? Anyone recognize?

For what it's worth, La Jolla is not exactly a hotbed for misappropriated property. There's probably 7,500 square feet of Zillow daydreamery attached to that garage door. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Extreme long johns...

Thanks, and no need to apologize. I thought it was funny. Now the question is: do I have the pecs to wear that shirt? On Tue, Dec 6, 2016 at 6:43 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Ha! Never dawned on me to search fishnet underwear. Sorry about that. The > shirt is $38 shipped.

[RBW] Re: Deep Red 60CM Joe Bell Painted Custom on Ebay - San Diego Area? Anyone recognize?

It belongs to Ye Olde Bike Shoppe here in San Diego. For a little while they had three pristine Rivs, two Atlantis and this custom at insane prices. Rumor has it they won them at a storage auction. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:14:23 AM UTC-8, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > Not mine and never

[RBW] Re: Wtb/bar end shifter question

Shimano 10 speed mountain/dynasys needs more cable pull than traditional friction shifters, so you can't use just any shifter. Microshift is the only compatible bar end shifter that i know of. There are other options for friction shifting for downtube or thumb shifting that will work with

Re: [RBW] Re: Wtb/bar end shifter question

I inadvertently proved today that Silver shifters can shift 10 speeds, if not mountain or Dynasys (I know nothing about those). I replaced the Bontrager 44/40/26 triple with a Logic on a offset 130 Phil, with 42/28 rings, so I had to change my cassette. For me, this means dumping the cog box onto

Re: [RBW] Deep Red 60CM Joe Bell Painted Custom on Ebay - San Diego Area? Anyone recognize?

To me it looks larger than 60 cm. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 6, 2016, at 9:14 AM, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > Not mine and never dealt with this seller. > > What catches my attention is the dearth of description on this frameset. > Which may mean that it was just

[RBW] Re: FS: Suntour XC 9000 brake lever/shifter, derailleur set

hey thanks, tom. you have any pics of your method of installation, by chance? On Monday, December 5, 2016 at 1:43:16 PM UTC-8, Palmer wrote: > > Hi all, > Just word as to how nice these brake/shifters are for albatross type bars. > I have them flipped side to side so the shifters are on the

[RBW] Re: FS: Orange 64cm Rivendell Quickbeam

SOLD On Thursday, December 1, 2016 at 4:58:27 PM UTC-8, ant ritchey wrote: > > Cross posted to the iBob: > > Selling my beautiful orange beam. Sufficient story and details in my > PDX-local CL posting: > > http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/5901282832.html > > Contact me with any questions.

[RBW] Re: FS: Suntour XC 9000 brake lever/shifter, derailleur set

Hi Ant, Not currently, but can do. Heading out of town tomorrow but will try to get it tonight. Tom -- 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: Roadini info

The single most comprehensive RBW description was this: To speculateurs and 'teuses: Le Roadini..hm. I didn't realize we'd announced anything yet, but since le chat is out of the mussette, here's 100 percent of what there is to know about it: 1. It's not going to duplicate or overlap too much

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

I put them on my Rambouillet this summer with the same reaction. One of the more astounding observations besides the ride quality is the rollout. We have hills around here, seldom straight, seldom of pitches recommended in civil engineering handbooks and more textures than most places including

[RBW] Re: Atlantis

About 15 years ago I had a fitting. Cost $150, took about an hour. The fitter was seriously competent. The shop sold Serottas. Fitting evaluations are predicated on philosophy. Serotta was go-fast. The fitter was spec'ing me to a go-fast bike. The question for you is whether you think your

[RBW] Re: Q for fellow Blustery Bonzos...

Lum Gim Fong, your deviated septum may not be material to your breathing issues, while over breathing may be. Try this as you sit there reading this: 1. Breathe through your nose, mouth closed, including exhale. This is your baseline. 2. After exhaling fully, pause. Hold your breath until just

[RBW] Re: Affordable Roadeo?--Blue Rosco-Road Frameset!

I was thinking exactly the same thing and wondered if this might be a forerunner of the Roadini concept -- 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: Holiday Saddle question

I ride B17 Select on upright and semi-upright moustache bike. I ride Rivet Indy on my drop-bar road bike. Went through two S-A saddles and each lasted 6 months to the end of the stretch bolt. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

If the leather is taut with no slack it doesn't hammock your sit bones. If it doesn't hammock your sit bones each side wont move independently of the other. That movement combined with the slot to relieve perineal pressure are what make the saddle comfortable. Like I said I purchased my first

[RBW] Re: Roadini info

Think there might be more than a few of waiting for the news to break next year on this model. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 1:43:57 PM UTC-5, John M wrote: > > Not much out there, but here's a discussion from the group, with Grant's > description: > > Roadini Teaser >

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I actually preferred the looks of the SA. It looks just right on a slim-tubed steel bike like a Riv. Even the looks of the 'hammock' was fine by me. But one of mine would routinely sag so severely that I could (just barely) feel the top of the seatpost while riding. Not comfortable. Maybe I

[RBW] Re: Deep Red 60CM Joe Bell Painted Custom on Ebay - San Diego Area? Anyone recognize?

Yeah that one popped up on my eBay search. Love the color. However at 60 it is waay too big for me. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 12:34:08 PM UTC-5, sameness wrote: > > For what it's worth, La Jolla is not exactly a hotbed for misappropriated > property. There's probably 7,500 square feet

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Not about looks it's about comfort. Sagging too much then it's uncomfortable. The company line that it's supposed to sag a lot IMO seems more like an excuse than an actual design choice. yes out of the box it's more comfortable than a brooks. But a brooks gets more comfortable over time a

[RBW] Re: Roadini info

I must admit to some surprise. For quite awhile it seemed like consolidation was the order of the day. Now models seem to proliferate like rabbits. This kind of sounds like the rebirth of the Ramboulliet, a Rodeo, just a bit more practical. Since I always thought axing the Ram was a real

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I'm not debating that point. My brooks have some sag. It's the amount or tendency of the material to sag that's the problem. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 1:50:16 PM UTC-8, ian m wrote: > > If the leather is taut with no slack it doesn't hammock your sit bones. If > it doesn't hammock your