[RBW] First impressions of Albatross bars

I swapped my beloved Noodle bars for Albatross on the Hilsen. My Roadeo and MAP custom both have Noodles, and I had swapped the Albas on my wifes Sam for Noodles (she doesn't like them, but very rarely rides so I took them, Peter Moore has sold me some Albas to put back on the Sam) so I took

[RBW] Re: First impressions of Albatross bars

I had Albas for a while on my bike. I liked them alot, and yes, they are fantastic for standing while pedalling. Excellent pull and leverage. And they look beautiful. Are you feeling more road shock transmitted up the stays, through the saddle and into your back when you ride this upright? Try

Re: [RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

On top of which, service stations these days have electronic devices to read the stored codes, which will tell you exactly what is wrong.  It's pointless to waste time guessing and using trial and error fixit techniques when you could just read the code and know what was wrong. On 09/24/2017

[RBW] Re: WTB: SKS Fender Parts

Additional info: The fender bridge should have been silver steel, the plastic black one photographed is the substitute part that was stuck in the package; it is probably the one from Planet Bike. The other missing piece is the long metal bracket that goes inside the rear fender for mounting.

[RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

Just took it for a brief drive. It starts normally, and runs normally, but the "check engine" light is on. Further opinions? Thanks, all, and believe me I don't take up list bandwidth with this topic carelessly. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

"Check engine" is related to the emissions equipment, and could be as simple as retightening the gas cap. I strongly recommend having the car looked at, there's just too many possibilities to diagnose it here. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Largest tires on Cheviots

Morning all, I have a 55cm Cheviot that takes 650B wheels What are some of the larger tires that fit well? I haven't purchased brakes yet but am leaning towards side pulls. Will something as large as the Compass switchback hills tires fit? I read the Riv brochure and it says 45mm

[RBW] Re: All Downhill From Here: Early Aspen Photos of Descent

No worries, Bill. I've been called far worse and rarely better. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 9:32:13 AM UTC-6, Bill in Roswell GA wrote: > > I mean Patrick! (I just read a message from Will and my brain crossed > wires.). > > Cheers, > Bill in Roswell, GA > >

[RBW] Re: WTB: SKS Fender Parts

Kiley - where are you located and how much of a hurry are you to get the parts? I'm in the Chicago area and I have a whole box of extra SKS fender parts so I could probably give you what you want. Let me see if I understand you correctly - you want 1) the long straight metal bracket with

Re: [RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

Has anyone posted pictures of their huge Rosco Mixte? 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 emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: WTB: SKS Fender Parts

Clever idea for the reflector tape!!! Never thought of that, but it is a perfect use. I think I have the P45 hardware pictured in the picture of the paperwork you have. But it is a package of P45 hardware. Don;t know if that helps. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: eCLEM

Chris: Yes, I think most Rivs are excellent platforms for e-kits. Mark @ Rivendell joked that I should start doing conversions to sell to people. Hey Grant, gimme a little space in the shop and I'll get to work! In the year since I started this thread I've de-electrified and sold that frame -

[RBW] OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

Sounds like the distributor cap and ht leads got wet, either humidity (most likely) or a deep puddle. Pop the cap off, spray with WD40 and give the ht leads a spray as well. Missing caused by water shorting the electrics. This is a common problem where I come from in England and we all

[RBW] WTB: Grand Bois Tires

Looking to replenish my back stock. Anybody have some Grand Bois Cerfs that they’re not using? Regular or extra leger is OK. New or lightly used. Thanks! Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

My money is on a tank of ‘bad’ gas. -- 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] Foggy Recovery Ride to Aspen Colors

At the risk of overstaying my photo welcome... http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/foggy-recovery-ride With abandon, Patrick www.CredoFamily.org www.MindYourHeadCoop.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Foggy Recovery Ride to Aspen Colors

Patrick, As long as you feel good enough to ride and to write, I will love reading your stories and "oohing" at your pictures. Thanks for sharing. Roberta On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 5:20:05 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > At the risk of overstaying my photo welcome... >

[RBW] Re: Largest tires on Cheviots

Thank you RonaTD Are you running side pull or center pull brakes? Ray -- 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] OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

I just read that the spark plug change interval is 30k miles and this car has 91k on it. New plugs and wires might be due. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: FS: Compass Rat Trap Pass 26" x 2.3"

I bought these, so hoping they'll live up to the hype! On Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 10:16:31 AM UTC-5, Kellie wrote: > > Oh, that's too bad. I LOVE mine and I'm wondering what you didn't like > about them? I have the lighter casing and have set them up tubeless; dirt, > street-they

[RBW] OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

Try the B screw? Or dump some sawdust in it? I know that at least one of these is an actual auto fixit technique. -Kai BK NY -- 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,

[RBW] Re: All Downhill From Here: Early Aspen Photos of Descent

That looks righteous, Will! Cheers, Bill in Roswell, GA On Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 8:15:23 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Enjoy! > http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/all-downhill-from-here > > With abandon, > Patrick > > www.CredoFamily.org > www.MindYourHeadCoop.org > > > -- You

[RBW] Re: eCLEM

I had some time to kill yesterday so I stopped into a big LBS that I have only been to once, several years ago. My primary purpose was to see in-person and possibly ride a "+" bike. I ended up killing many birds with one stone, when the owner came out and chatted me up and asked if I had

[RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

I am not a mechanic, and there isn't a way anyone can diagnose this online, but I will say: Usually when this kind of thing happens to me it is either the battery, alternator, or starter. But if this is the original battery to a 2006 vehicle then replacing it may work. My 2006 battery just

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Brands (Besides SKS) That Work On A Sam

Planet bike alx (aluminum) 50 mm fenders with soma shikora 38 mm tires and r559 brakes fit just fine on my roscoe bubble v2, which I believe has similar clearance. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

I seem to recall those cars, and many other Chrysler products, being susceptible to crank angle sensor failures. The symptoms sound familiar. Check that out. Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Brands (Besides SKS) That Work On A Sam

>From an old time radio show... Fibber (to wife): Dang it Molly, l've cut this board three times and it's STILL too short! Signed, EricF Been there Golden Lake Ont. On Sep 24, 2017 11:22 AM, "tc" wrote: > Thanks to everyone for your helpful replies. I will check out the

[RBW] OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

Riv content: I am riding my Rivs more, now that I've more or less given my 2006 PT Cruiser to my 16 year old daughter. The urgency concerns my daughter's use of the car. The PTC has been well maintained, given clean bill of health by competent mechanic*, and until yesterday evening was running

[RBW] Re: Fender Brands (Besides SKS) That Work On A Sam

Thanks to everyone for your helpful replies. I will check out the fenders you mentioned! Regarding the tip about screwing the nut on before hacksawing a bolt to length ... well, dangit ... such a great idea! Tom On Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 5:43:22 PM UTC-4, tc wrote: > > Hey everyone,

[RBW] Re: All Downhill From Here: Early Aspen Photos of Descent

I mean Patrick! (I just read a message from Will and my brain crossed wires.). Cheers, Bill in Roswell, GA On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 11:30:35 AM UTC-4, Bill in Roswell GA wrote: > > That looks righteous, Will! > > Cheers, > Bill in Roswell, GA > > On Thursday, September 21, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

Thanks all; the huge variety of possible causes leads me to think that I will have AAA tow it to George for an inspection. I don't mind breaking down mid-drive myself, but I don't want to risk this at all for Catie. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] New England bicycle tour

Adventure cycling northern tier route. -- 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] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

Patrick, I had a similar issue one time with an Isuzu Trooper. It was running just fine and the next day it wasn't. I turned out to be a diode in the ignition module. A close friend was having issues with his Ford Explorer. We were in the mountains camping so I followed him back home. The

[RBW] Re: Largest tires on Cheviots

On my 55 Chev 38's are the max with fenders, but mostly limited by the front brake interference noted in another, recent thread. 45 without fenders would probably work. On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 11:07:14 AM UTC-5, Ray Varella wrote: > > Morning all, > I have a 55cm Cheviot

[RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

First question should be - does it have a distributor cap or electronic ignition? If it has a distributor cap then moisture in there is a good possibility, and new distributor, points, and wires would be an easy, relatively low cost thing to try. If it's electronic, then the suggestion for