[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread E Lee
I recently picked up the Thule Apex 4. Pricey but so far I have no complaints. It has a knob to tighten a wedge in the receiver. fits 1-1/4" or 2" by way of a bolt on adapter. The LBS also has the Thule double track pro. They are great looking racks, and seem to be reasonably priced. On

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread dstein
I highly recommend 1UP. 100% MUSA. They sell adapters to work with fenders. I also really like it because it's easy to take on and off. I usually leave mine in the back of my car and only put it on the hitch when i'm going on a bike ride, it's that easy. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread 'Dave Small' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Ron. I've been curious about an aspect of decaleur use and this is perfect time to ask. I use Acorn front bags with the stabilizer straps that came with it, looped around my drop handlebars below the brake hoods. When the lid is closed, the top is laying over the bag's opening and the

[RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread Ron Mc
Dave, I always loop it. - even had a photo with it closed it wrinkles there a bit but everything works fine. On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 12:16:38 PM UTC-5, Dave Small wrote: > > Hi Ron. I've been curious about an aspect of decaleur use and this is >

[RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread lum gim fong
OK, great, Thanks, y'all. Looks like I can get plenty of drop. Nice! Once I get the Tallux/Bosco mounted, I will measure how much length I will need and order. *Only question is ...where to order from???* Seems like I cannot find a retailer with the horizontal versions in stock online for the

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread Christopher Wiggins
I've used (and sell) Swagman racks. They worked well enough. I just got a Thule Doubletrack Pro, and for bikes with fenders, baskets and bags, I think it's the best. That's the ways it's worked for me anyway. Chris Wiggins A1 Cyclery Indianapolis IN On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 2:11:07 PM

[RBW] Re: How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

2017-08-15 Thread Daniel D.
Thanks for the thoughts everyone. The worry's died down a bit. Blue vs. gray is not quite as settled :p. Another thing was reading that the silver and sugino cranks are not 10-speed friendly. I like my current setup with SRAM bar ends, friction in the front and 10-speed indexing in the

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

2017-08-15 Thread Abcyclehank
@LBeriot that is a good option but more expensive than Bartering. I will do something similar in Chicago this week only because had for me to find a 100pbh for myself although my wife would have better luck. I have 2 California friends and an Ohio/Virginia with open offers to use by 68cm

Re: [RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread René Sterental
+1 for the 1UP. If you get the single one (which can have another one or two added for a total of 3), you don't even need to open it to get to the rear door if you have an SUV. Must be the same with a car, but haven't tested it. I leave mine on permanently and folded; no interference on my

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem H with drop bars?

2017-08-15 Thread Jacob Harring
Awesome update. I've got a 52 Clem coming around October (long story) and I fell right between the 52 and 59. I figured with the smaller frame I would have more bar options (plus 650b is new for me and seems like fun). Albatross have always appealed to me...you may have me looking at those now

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Romulus birthday ride

2017-08-15 Thread Deacon Patrick
Suuwt! With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 1:11:31 PM UTC-6, WETH wrote: > > While vacationing in Cape Cod my family went biking with me on my > birthday. Details and photos here: > https://lightofferings.wordpress.com/2017/08/15/cape-cod-birthday-ride/ > >

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

2017-08-15 Thread Kai Vierstra
Maybe a little large, but I've got a 65 Clem, 68 Quickbeam, and a Surly pacer sized for a 5'8"er. In North Brooklyn. And Abcyclehank, if you're ever in NYC needing a ride, I've got you covered. -Kai BK NY On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 4:37:56 PM UTC-4, John A. Bennett wrote: > > Darby and I

[RBW] Silver crankset not 10 speed friendly?

2017-08-15 Thread Patrick Moore
'm using an 8 speed Logic with 10 cogs and 10 sp chain and it all shifts perfectly. I've used ancient Pro 5 Vis cranks with 9 cogs and I wouldn't hesitate to use them with 10. I'd be surprised if the Silver cranks can't work with 10 sp chain. Why does Rivendell say that? On Tue, Aug 15, 2017 at

Re: [RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread René Sterental
I've gotten them in the past from: - Ben's Cycles - http://www.boulderbicycle.bike - The Touring Store Sometimes, based on availability, you have to order the correct length but a different version and then separately, order the adapter to convert it to yours. Boulder has that configuration in

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

2017-08-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/15/2017 02:40 PM, Daniel D. wrote: Thanks for the thoughts everyone. The worry's died down a bit. Blue vs. gray is not quite as settled :p. Another thing was reading that the silver and sugino cranks are not 10-speed friendly. There is a Sugino triple that is, the Alpina 2.

Re: [RBW] FS SimpleOne size 60cm

2017-08-15 Thread ilter saygin
Now a quick update from an occasional lurker. I am the new owner of this beauty. Did my first ride tonight, first time on a Rivendell, first time with Albatross bars. High trail, oversized tubes, upright posture, blah blah blah... I don't know what & why, and I am not sure if I care :)

Re: [RBW] Re: Roast your own coffee?

2017-08-15 Thread 'tim petersen' via RBW Owners Bunch
I follow the same process as you except I stick with 1 pound batches for roasting.  Great minds think alike I guess.  I don't have a problem with cold weather roasting (even though I live in SE Minnesota) with the Behmor 1600 since I store the machine in the house between roasts and my garage

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Fender recommendations

2017-08-15 Thread Peter Turskovitch
Gilles Berthoud makes wide enough fenders (60mm). They are stainless steel, which I know you weren't asking for, but the weight is within 100g of the honjo's, they are much stronger, the hardware is better, and they cost less than half as much. They are also perfectly flat laterally and evenly

[RBW] WFS : Berthoud H-121 Decaleur

2017-08-15 Thread Keenan Cummings
Or looking for a recommendation of a nice and long Decaleur. I've got a good amount of space between stem and random bag. I've got a big ol' Ocean Air Cycles Docena "demi-porteur" bag. From all my searching, the Berthoud will do the job. But they are hard to get a hold of (Peter White, Box Dog,

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Fender recommendations

2017-08-15 Thread Brett Callahan
I've got the Zeppelins (650b version) on a bike with WTB Horizons, (650b x 47) and while they fit with no rub, there's little clearance, and I notice a lot of overspray getting past the fender and onto me and the bike. If you're at all worried about frame clearance, though, I agree that the

Re: [RBW] FS SimpleOne size 60cm

2017-08-15 Thread Ryan Fleming
I always your SO was a great bike...loved the colour and evidently it's found a good home , so looks like a win-win all around On Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 4:43:39 AM UTC-5, Dave Nawrocki wrote: > > Sold! > > -- > *From: *naw...@comcast.net > *To:

[RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread lum gim fong
I have sidepulls. But thanks for the tip on getting adaptors to match sets to what I need. -- 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] FS: Racks, Light, Brake/Lever, etc

2017-08-15 Thread Justin Schoop
Edelux is sold! -- 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: Roast your own coffee?

2017-08-15 Thread Lee Legrand
So Deacon Peterson, If a person wanted good coffee every morning without spending so much time because they have to get to work, it is better to roast the beans for a 3 day supply then on day of use,measure, grind, brew, press, sip? On Sun, Aug 13, 2017 at 7:09 PM, 'tim petersen' via RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Dog trailer for bikes - any experience or recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread gordo
I thought I'd post an update now that the dog has become comfortable in the trailer and made his maiden voyage: The Burley Tail Wagon was a cinch to set up and attach to the bike. I scored a used one on Craigslist and it is just large enough for the pooch. Wally's gradual approach was key - I

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

2017-08-15 Thread lum gim fong
I use silver barend shifters with xd2 crankset and shimano HG50 7-speed cassette with 4.5 mm spacer and SRAM 8-speed chain on both my rivbikes. This is fantastic for friction shifting. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Wtb Nitto Bullmoose

2017-08-15 Thread René Sterental
Which version are you looking for? There are three Bullmoose bars that I'm aware of: - The original MTB like - The Bosco Bullmoose - The Choco-moose On Sun, Aug 13, 2017 at 11:43 AM, Davey Two Shoes wrote: > Hi All, anyone interested in selling me their handlebars? > > --

[RBW] Re: Clem H with drop bars?

2017-08-15 Thread Jeremy Tavan
Just as a follow-up, I have removed the dirt drop bars after a few rides. While it was comfortable enough to ride, I just wasn't a fan of the overall aggressive feel of the bike set up that way, particularly for the family rides with my son on the trailer bike clamped to the back of the Clem.

[RBW] Re: Roadeo for sale on SFbay craigslist

2017-08-15 Thread Jim Edgar
Yeah... that one raises a whole bunch of flags. I'm going to cross-post it over to the StolenSF index. On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 4:36:09 PM UTC-7, Sky Coulter wrote: > > The following bike has been being offered at crazy low prices for what > seems like months now: > > >

[RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread 'Dave Small' via RBW Owners Bunch
That's the most informative answer I could have hoped for, Ron. Thanks. On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 1:49:09 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: > > Dave, I always loop it. - even had a photo with it closed > > > it wrinkles there a bit but everything works fine. > > >

[RBW] Boulder Tips

2017-08-15 Thread Minh
Hi all, I'm heading to Boulder next month, there seems to be a few locals here? I'm not bringing a bike but could use a few tips on trails--either hiking or trail running. I like peace and quiet so would prefer those types of trails (if possible). I'll have a car so getting around won't be

[RBW] FS: Racks, Light, Brake/Lever, etc

2017-08-15 Thread Justin Schoop
Need to sell these items! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Anyone have a Sackville trunksac on a Bleriot?

2017-08-15 Thread LBleriot
Here's mine with a grey trunksack... On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 7:12:27 PM UTC-4, lum gim fong wrote: > > I want to get one but wondering what the color looks like against the > Bleriot paint? > > Does the new blue look right? Brown? Gray? Green? Tan? > Anyone got pics? > > Only bag I have

[RBW] Re: Anyone have a Sackville trunksac on a Bleriot?

2017-08-15 Thread islaysteve
Grey or tan both go with the Bleriot blue IMO. I have smaller bags in each color and they look good. Had an older Olive Trunksack which I real didn't care for. Cheers, Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread TopsfieldRider
I have the 1Up and love it. Holds my mixte and 55mm tires bikes with ease. Easy on and off. I can't imagine a. Ike it won't hold. Expensive, but the last rack you'll ever have to buy. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Roadeo for sale on SFbay craigslist

2017-08-15 Thread Rory Woods
I didn't find a match on bike index, but sure seems stolen to me. Rory Point Arena, 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 emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread Scott Calhoun
For several years, I've had the Thule Doulbletrack Rack that I think is a generation earlier that the one you are inquiring about. I think you can still buy it new here:

[RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread lum gim fong
Thanks for the referrals. I scoped these out yesterday. All these stores, including Gilles himself are currently outta stock of H 121 threaded and H 91 threaded. Im guessing you meant Bike touring news store? I have an email into bike touring and Gilles about eta. Hope they arent discontinued.

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Romulus birthday ride

2017-08-15 Thread Jonathan D.
Love it and what great kids 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,

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Saluki 47cm

2017-08-15 Thread G.E.
Up for sale is my 47cm Rivendell Saluki. It is being sold as frame/fork/headset/bb/cable stop-guides only. The frame was purchased new and directly from Rivendell earlier this year as a new-old-stock item and painted at that time. Since then, it was built up and ridden fewer than 100 miles.

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

2017-08-15 Thread LBleriot
Why not just rent a CitiBike up near the Park? On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 4:37:56 PM UTC-4, John A. Bennett wrote: > > Darby and I are going to be in* New York *from the 14th to 19th of > September (which is more like the 15th to the 18th). > > We are looking to find bikes for a day to tool

[RBW] Ride report: Romulus birthday ride

2017-08-15 Thread WETH
While vacationing in Cape Cod my family went biking with me on my birthday. Details and photos here: https://lightofferings.wordpress.com/2017/08/15/cape-cod-birthday-ride/ I enjoy every opportunity to ride with my wife and sons. I also derive great satisfaction from watching them ride bikes

[RBW] FS

2017-08-15 Thread Carla Waugh
For sale Chico regular handlebars off of an Appaloosa and Nitto stem. Towards the end of the bars I see a small scratch. They were installed at Riv and reinstalled at our shop. They both are in very good shape and were removed after the first couple of rides. 75.00 for bars and 50.00 for stem.

[RBW] Re: How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

2017-08-15 Thread Garth
Firstly, not all Sugino cranks are labeled as 9/8/7 speed, the Mighty Tour 110 double and or triple is called a 10 speed. 2. The only difference it seemsFrom here, reply #13 and 15, * "10 speed cranks offset the rings apart 7mm vs. 6mm for 9 speed cranks. (According to a machinist in

Re: [RBW] Re: Boulder Tips

2017-08-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/15/2017 07:13 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Colorado is microbrew haven for the prepubescent whisky. Enjoy! If you find yourself down Colorado Springs' way, holler! Now that doesn't mean moonshine, does it? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Boulder Tips

2017-08-15 Thread Deacon Patrick
Ha! To make whiskey, make beer, then distill it. Thus, prepubescent whiskey is beer. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 5:15:03 PM UTC-6, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > > On 08/15/2017 07:13 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Colorado is microbrew haven for the prepubescent whisky.

Re: [RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread Ron Mc
The French get more paid holidays than any other nation on the planet. On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 8:26:21 PM UTC-5, lum gim fong wrote: > > Huh? -- 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: Jan's Yellow Rivendell

2017-08-15 Thread iamkeith
I guess i don't see how that could be considered a high or artificially driven-up price. It's still considerably less than any current, lugged production frame - US or otherwise - and, in near perfect condition, has just as much life left in it. It's also historically significant and more

[RBW] Silver crankset not 10 speed friendly?

2017-08-15 Thread Joe Bernard
He actually says "not good for 10 or 11”, and I suspect Grant is practicing a bit of 'liability speak' so you can't yell at him for dropping your 11-speed chain between rings on his cranks. My Silver double-plus-guard shifts great with a 9-speed chain, I think you'll be ok with a 10. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

2017-08-15 Thread Daniel D.
If I end up doing the build instead of letting riv handle it, considering the IRD Defiant cranks http://www.interlocracing.com/crank-arms-chainrings/defiant-wide-compact-road-crank-set -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Boulder Tips

2017-08-15 Thread Bill M.
Whiskey is beer concentrate, a much more portable potable. Bill Stockton, CA On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 4:26:22 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Ha! To make whiskey, make beer, then distill it. Thus, prepubescent > whiskey is beer. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Tuesday, August 15,

[RBW] Re: Jan's Yellow Rivendell

2017-08-15 Thread Mattt
The final price was about $1,500. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Roast your own coffee?

2017-08-15 Thread Deacon Patrick
Lee, you're conflating two people and certainly insulting Tim in the process. Grin. Yes. You can use a saucepan and wood spoon to constantly stir a pound of beans on medium heat that will yield 14ish ounces. 1-3 days before that runs out, roast some more. You'll spend about 20 minutes per

[RBW] Re: Boulder Tips

2017-08-15 Thread Deacon Patrick
Colorado is microbrew haven for the prepubescent whisky. Enjoy! If you find yourself down Colorado Springs' way, holler! With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 3:27:47 PM UTC-6, Minh wrote: > > Hi all, > > I'm heading to Boulder next month, there seems to be a few locals here? >

[RBW] Jan's Yellow Rivendell

2017-08-15 Thread christian poppell
Who got it? Anyone on here? Great color! Anyone else think that the pedigree of the owner drove the price up a little bit? -- You received this message because

[RBW] Talking of svelte cranks ...

2017-08-15 Thread Patrick Moore
Changing the thread: Forget the Silver cranks; Rivendell should remake one of these. http://bicyclespecialties.blogspot.com/2009/03/aluminum-and-steel-cranks.html Patrick Moore, who never met a cotter pin that fit, in ABQ, NM -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get

[RBW] Silver crankset not 10 speed friendly?

2017-08-15 Thread wesleya
CYB. They aren't designed for 10-speeds, though they may work perfectly well with them. I think cranksets are notorious for this. -- 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] Re: Jan's Yellow Rivendell

2017-08-15 Thread christian poppell
$1,426.00 Link to Jan's blog entry about Rivendell: https://janheine.wordpress.com/2017/07/22/1995-rivendell-turning-the-tide/ Link to ebay listing: http://m.ebay.com/itm/232420852275?_mwBanner=1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

2017-08-15 Thread cyclotourist
Pictures, Steve!!! On Tue, Aug 15, 2017 at 5:25 PM, 'Steve' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > RS2...As the owner of RS1, never thought I'd see RS2 or RS3 in the wild... > > On Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 9:58:00 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Doug,

Re: [RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
Just don't forget, it's August and France is closed for vacation, Berthoud included. On 08/15/2017 05:47 PM, lum gim fong wrote: Thanks for the referrals. I scoped these out yesterday. All these stores, including Gilles himself are currently outta stock of H 121 threaded and H 91 threaded.

[RBW] Re: Jan's Yellow Rivendell

2017-08-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
What was the final hammer price? I agree, a fun color. I had a 1997 or 98 Ritchey Road Logic in a very similar shade of yellow. On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 8:27:11 PM UTC-4, christian poppell wrote: > > Who got it? Anyone on here? Great color! Anyone else think that the > pedigree of the

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Romulus birthday ride

2017-08-15 Thread Tony DeFilippo
What a great birthday celebration! Thanks for the great visual tour of your family's bikes to. Tony -- 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: Ride report: Romulus birthday ride

2017-08-15 Thread John G.
Lots of great riding on the Cape! The full Cape Cod Rail Trail from Dennis to the National Seashore is delightful, especially off-season or early in the morning. There's also some great riding between Falmouth and Hyannis on some low-traffic roads. Many of the shops have great maps. On

[RBW] Boulder Tips

2017-08-15 Thread Michael Morrissey
Rent a full suspension mountain bike from University Cycles and take it on the trails! Also check out the Pros Closet Mountain Bike museum! -- 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: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread lum gim fong
Huh? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Romulus birthday ride

2017-08-15 Thread dougP
It doesn't get any better thank riding with your whole family, and everyone enjoying it. 8 miles for ice cream sounds like a pleasant ride. Happy Birthday! dougP On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 12:11:31 PM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > While vacationing in Cape Cod my family went biking with me on

[RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

2017-08-15 Thread 'Steve' via RBW Owners Bunch
RS2...As the owner of RS1, never thought I'd see RS2 or RS3 in the wild... On Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 9:58:00 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Doug, That's my friend Bryn's bike! You rode with her and Arlo at least > once: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4469017732/ > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Roast your own coffee?

2017-08-15 Thread Lee Legrand
My apologies Deacon Patrick. For some reason, I saw Peterson after Deacon on the screen. LOL On Tue, Aug 15, 2017 at 7:18 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Lee, you're conflating two people and certainly insulting Tim in the > process. Grin. > > Yes. You can use a saucepan and

Re: [RBW] Jan's Yellow Rivendell

2017-08-15 Thread Patrick Moore
Does anyone know the date, the angles, size, tubing, etc? I know Jan wrote it up years ago, and then, briefly, more recently, but I'm curious if it follows or deviates from the usual Grantian design. I rather like the bright yellow. On Tue, Aug 15, 2017 at 6:27 PM, christian poppell

[RBW] Talking of svelte cranks ...

2017-08-15 Thread William!
Coming to a 1x setup near you -- 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

Re: [RBW] Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread 'Mojo' via RBW Owners Bunch
> A friend has a really nicely designed rack from 1UPUSA. Two arms come up > and grab each tire, so the bike sits flat in the tray with nothing touching > paint. It was quick to load and unload. The trays held tires up to 3inch in > diameter. It ain't cheap. >

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread Ed Carolipio
I have the Swagman XTC2 rack which is similar to the Hollywood one but IMO the fit and finish on the Swagman is a little nicer. (I've owned both.) I've had no issues with fenders, racks, or mixte frames, and I've even hauled our Xtracycle Edgerunner (long tail cargo bike) with room to spare.

[RBW] Re: New Medium Saddlesack (Blue)

2017-08-15 Thread Jay in Tel Aviv
Hi Tim, "Much contempletion" has me smiling. I just bought a saddlesack and went through a similar thought process: blue vs olive, medium vs large, etc. I ended up buying the medium and exchanging it for the large without installing it. Interesting that you found it looks bigger on the bike.

[RBW] PSA: Romulus for sale sighting (S coupled, 56cm)

2017-08-15 Thread Bob Lovejoy
I have no knowledge of or connection to the seller. I also suspect this will not last long! https://www.crazyguyonabike.com/classifieds/?o=1mr_id=5991=5 Bob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread Ron Mc
I've posted these before Set up for a tall Acorn rando on a 25" Raleigh frame, I just measured the drop - right at 80mm, using the long Berthoud decaleur, with it tilted forward enough to grab the bag properly. I'm looking to buy

[RBW] Re: New Medium Saddlesack (Blue)

2017-08-15 Thread Broccoli Cog
Hi Jay, I'm glad to hear that I am not the only one that struggles with this type of thing. Oh well, we are fortunate to have such good choices and the means to purchase such a gorgeous bike bag. To clarify when I put it on the bike I didn't think it appeared large rather I was surprised as to

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread 'Dave Small' via RBW Owners Bunch
I use a Transit rack that I got for $200 from Performance a few years ago. It looks exactly like the 2-bike version of the Hollywood rack that Weth linked to above, and I love it except for one thing: I have to secure it with a strap leading from the pole to the front edge of the trunk,

Re: [RBW] How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/15/2017 12:43 AM, lum gim fong wrote: I want to use my Berthoud handlebar bag (GB28) from my drop bar bike on my Bosco bike, too. But the Bosco bars are too high for any decaleur to reach down to the bag, and I am not lowering by bars. I noticed that the Berthoud decaleur looks like

Re: [RBW] Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread Tim Gavin
John- The Saris Superclamp has hooks that go over the top of the wheels, like many other tray racks. If you have fenders, then the clamp goes over the fender. I don't trust the security of that (my fender holding my bike up), and I think it would eventually damage the fender. That's why I