Re: [RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Wonderful story... very happy to take part in semi-real-time as it happened. Smiles say it best; Riv-ride is special. “Anniversary Rivs: Celebrate the fellowship of your ring.”--> Rivendell's 25th is coming soon. Maybe Grant et al., can use this for the 25th? Maybe Phil/Bike Tinker could do a

[RBW] Re: and a triple crank?

Sorry, but the question/statement is very vague. What specifically are you asking ? -- 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] Demise of Mr. Metric

I was hunting Nordlock washers last evening and ran across bad news - the parent company for Mr. Metric has closed this operation. I understand it became less than cost-effective for them to sell piecemeal metric fasteners, but I was their greatest fan and, holy cow, they had everything -

[RBW] Demise of Mr. Metric

This is great to know, Ron. Thanks. I was going to post a request for recommendations for fastener companies. 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

[RBW] Re: and a triple crank?

In deciding on hardware most riders focus on the high and low, but it's also important to consider the shifting pattern. I have found that steps between rings of either 10 or 14 work better than 12 or 13. A shift of 10 puts you 1 rear click from the next gear and 14 is 2 clicks. Often in

Re: [RBW] Re: and a triple crank?

Steve is correct that a sequential triple works best with a narrow freewheel/cassette - you would hope any 9sp and greater cassette has narrow steps designed-in, but they usually don't - they usually have two-tooth-steps at the small cog end. I like my devised half-steps with wide rear

[RBW] Re: FS

Mavic 319 = 622 On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 1:00:41 AM UTC-4, Neil Doran wrote: > > Wot size, looks like 559? -- 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

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Does anyone here use the canitlever brakes from Rodriguez Bicycle Company ? >- *Lots more power!* >In a traditional cantilever design the brake loses power as the saddle >(or yoke) raises upwards because the angle of the straddle changes. So, > the >more you apply the

[RBW] need noodles ,technomic

I have power grip pedals and 44 cm noodles and a cheapy origin8 quill stem with a 10 cm extension. -- 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: 44cm Nitto Noodle / Riv Sackville Banana Sax / Brooks Cambium C17s

All stuff I bought from Rivendell that needs a new home. Nitto Noodles 44cm . Great condition. $40 shipped Riv Sackville Banana Sax in Olive. I bought one

[RBW] Re: Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

Patrick, This was a good morning read before heading into work. I've found fixed gear climbing easier than not-fixed, but I've never done it with 75lb of gear. I love that you took a lot of photos as usual! On Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 7:40:59 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In which I ride

Re: [RBW] Re: and a triple crank?

On 06/12/2018 10:33 PM, Ron Mc wrote: I wouldn't go random about it Plug your cassette into _Mike's Gear Calculator _,

Re: [RBW] Portugal’s Algarve?

Thanks Steve. From what I can tell Portugal is (re)building out a great deal of biking infrastructure. Apparently, in 1950 50% of all highway transit was by bicycle. Like everywhere else in the industrialized world, this % has dropped dramatically ever since. Like Holland, Portugal is

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

That design looks so odd, and the blurbbing is so excited, that I suspected an April Fools entry at first. Aside: Rodriguez's "other stuff we sell" page has some interesting niche products, including a very interesting suspension seatpost. All very expensive, though. On Wed, Jun 13, 2018 at 6:58

[RBW] Re: Riv basket nets hook source?

An email to Rivendell might surface some spares - they've helped me out with them before when I wasn't satisfied with replacements from other sources. Adam Brooklyn, NY On Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 5:05:20 PM UTC-4, Edwin W wrote: > > I like Rivendell's basket nets. > I remember when they

[RBW] Re: Ride Report--La Ruta Loca 200k

Really enjoyed reading this. Thanks for posting. Off to the store now for orangina and coke! Just curious--do you remember where you read that? What a recipe! paul baltimore md On Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 12:33:08 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > > > Last Fall I did the Marin Mountains

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report--La Ruta Loca 200k

Please note that the ride was done on Bruce Gordon Rock ’n Road tires - they are available at https://brucegordoncycles.bigcartel.com Regards, Bruce Gordon > On Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 12:33:08 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > > > > > Last

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Even though many of the guesses are 75 percent accurate, this bike is bound to disappoint throngs, but not by intent. There is already tons of variety in mtn bikes. More than a dozen categories--jumpers, pumpers, xc, dh, hardtails, fat, plus, e, enduro... No matter what we do, there's going to

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

You do have to have some glucose in an electrolyte/rehydration solution. It's about the cellular level of respiration and moving electrolytes across membranes. Potassium is normally intracellular, sodium extracellular. By use of energy, these ions are kept on opposite sides of a cell's outer

Re: [RBW] Portugal’s Algarve?

Sean, I find Portugal a really charming place and ook forward to returning. Have a wonderful time and enjoy the sidewalks, a favorite of mine. Steve On Wed, Jun 13, 2018 at 10:51 AM Sean Kline wrote: > Thanks Steve. From what I can tell Portugal is (re)building out a great > deal of biking

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

Andy, thanks for your response. I have read about that before and understand it as well as someone who got an A in high school biology class, but has no further training can. In my limited experience,I have experienced a severe "bonk" feeling when in ketosis after a hot, high effort ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report--La Ruta Loca 200k

Bruce correctly pointed out that I’m running Rock and Roads. They are great great tires in my opinion. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito 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

[RBW] Re: Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

Phil, to be clear, bike and gear and food and water weigh 75 pounds, I’ve hauled 90+ pounds of groceries mostly downhill before, for only 5 miles. I wouldn’t want to tour with close to that much load, and there’s no reason to. Grin. Andrew, no secret. Joby mini tripod, iPhone, timer app.

[RBW] Re: Ride Report--La Ruta Loca 200k

Bill, I'm impressed with the Ruta Loca route: 13k of climbing over 125miles--it is like the Eroica California Heroic route with an extra 4k of climbing. Also, I really enjoyed your recap, the video, and especially the soundtrack. La Ruta Loca is now officially on my list. Thanks for sharing.

[RBW] Re: Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

Ahh, gotcha thanks for the clarification! On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 12:41:44 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Phil, to be clear, bike and gear and food and water weigh 75 pounds, I’ve > hauled 90+ pounds of groceries mostly downhill before, for only 5 miles. I > wouldn’t want to tour

[RBW] Re: Ride Report--La Ruta Loca 200k

Paul asked where I read that Tour de France riders drank coke and OJ in the early 1980s. It was probably in Bicycling magazine or maybe Winning. I read both of those in those years. It might have been in a Sean Kelly bio, because I remember reading about the coke-can practical joke he would

[RBW] Re: FS

700c -- 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] FS - Nitto Handlebars, Thompson Seatpost

46cm Heat Treated Nitto Noodle - $40 48cm Heat Treated Nitto Noodle - $50 52cm Nitto RM-014 Dirt Drops - $50 (no red ribbon, not sure if they are HT or not) Thompson Zero Setback 27.2mm Seatpost, Black- $40 Pics upon request, price does not include shipping from DC. I've got some Nitto

[RBW] Re: UPDATE: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

This is great, and I expected he'd be hooked with superior ride. Sorry that he got his bike stolen, but I am happy he's liking the new bike. Now, the next question: Will Heather's new Riv be in the same grey color or will she opt for the dark green? :) You're a good sister and SIL. Roberta

[RBW] Re: FS: 44cm Nitto Noodle / Riv Sackville Banana Sax / Brooks Cambium C17s

Banana Sax and Brooks Cambium sold! Only Nitto Noodle 44cm left. On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 9:49:05 AM UTC-4, phil k wrote: > > All stuff I bought from Rivendell that needs a new home. > > Nitto Noodles 44cm >

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Sounds good to me, Grant! There are zillions of highly specialized mountain bikes out there already - no need to chase after them. Eamon On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 9:21:15 AM UTC-7, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > Even though many of the guesses are 75 percent accurate, this bike is > bound

[RBW] Re: UPDATE: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

I second Roberta’s inquiry. What does you pro Rivendell deviously heathy mind have in store for your sister. What would you create as T2ndBBITW for your lucky sibling. RBW listers want to know. Even if it is only R Ryan Hankinson West Michigan -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

Sir, Have you ever tried drinking coffee while out riding your bicycle? I hear some cyclers enjoy it. I'm not 100% certain if there are any electrolytes in there but it might be worth a try. ;) Stephen Webster *sent from central Wisconsin* -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

Christopher, (Response apologetically delayed by air travel, car rental and driving to my mother's home) The sodium depletion is something most folks are less sensitive to when sweat-depleting electrolytes. Physiologic situations differ, bigger people will tend to sweat out more sodium. Some

[RBW] Re: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

That looks like a cnc made caliper, the new forged ones are more rounded in places. -- 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: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/general-update Photos and mention near the bottom -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

>From today's email... "it will have a superior form of disc brake that utilizes the rim for maximum leverage and light weight" On Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 4:48:36 PM UTC-5, Eamon Nordquist wrote: > > Yeah, I'm with you too. It's almost certain to have rim brakes, and why > not? > -- You

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Is there any reason to believe longer (i.e., Riv-long) chainstays would be a good feature on an MTB? Didn't the Bombadil have relatively short ones? Many rigid MTB builders such as Waltworks insist on shorter stays. Now, MTB can include many variations of riding off-road, so I suppose there

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

i.e. rim brakes, of course! No surprise, and as it should be ;^) On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 1:10:14 PM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > From today’s email: “Just know that it's a Riv thru and thru, *it will > have a superior form of disc brake that utilizes the rim for maximum > leverage and light

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Interesting. In photos, Bomba rear wheels have always looked more "tucked" than other models. I've always assumed the Bomba was a pretty ideal all-round trail machine (perhaps barring a slight increase in tire clearance and certainly minus the second TT, which I oppose in all but the most

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

"Sufficiently Different to be Barely Justifiable" gets my vote for a T-shirt. Looking forward to this bike. Maybe in a year I'll live somewhere where I can actually ride some trails. On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 3:28:30 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Grant said: " this bike is bound to

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Grant said: " this bike is bound to disappoint throngs, but not by intent" THERE is your next T-Shirt: "Unintentionally disappointing throngs since 1994" You are welcome. You do you. :) Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Thumb Shifter Opinions - IRD Silver SOS vs Microshift 9 sp.

Since you’re not indexing, go with aesthetics and whether it has a hinged handlebar clamp. (For 9-speed indexing, I’d have recommended the IRD.) -Jim W Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 13, 2018, at 12:40 PM, Paul Clifton wrote: > > I've got some hail mary money burning a hole in my pocket and a

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Read Jeff Jones' posts about the Jones Plus LWB (long wheelbase) bike. They are quite a bit longer than his standard model, and still highly capable offroad. He goes into a lot of detail as to the differences and why you might prefer one over the other. http://www.jonesbikes.com/jones-plus/

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Depends on the Bombadil. I have a "newer" Bombadil that has relatively long chainstays as well as a diagatube and tentacles. The chainstays are longer than what are listed on the Bombadil geometry chart, which I believe applies to the earlier "original" Bombadils which had double top tubes in

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

My former size 56cm Double TT Bombadil was longer than my 60cm Saluki but I never measured... My current Jones Plus definitely is long, Jones' prototype for that bike was dubbed 'the Long Ranger'... very capable trail bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Thumb Shifter Opinions - IRD Silver SOS vs Microshift 9 sp.

I've got some hail mary money burning a hole in my pocket and a bike that I want to put thumb shifters on. Has anyone here used both the IRD Silver SOS and Microshift 9 sp shifters that Riv sells. Is there a clear winner? 1. I doubt I'll want to index, so that doesn't matter. 2. I have the

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

>From today’s email: “Just know that it's a Riv thru and thru, it will have a >superior form of disc brake that utilizes the rim for maximum leverage and >light weight, it will be rigid, steel & human powered, and it will use an >existing wheel size with plenty of tire choices. A little more

[RBW] Re: UPDATE: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Oh, what a fun contemplation! I know what she’d want. She’d want the Clementine to accompany his Clem. We are all about mixte bikes in the family! I don’t think she’d like the green, and I’m not sure she'd want the same grilver as hisI think she’d love hers in red. Which they don’t come in,

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

My parallel TT 60cm. Bomba has 47cm. chainstays, as published. At the time, they were the longest, and as I mentioned earlier, was the "new" 80's inspired MTB. So this one will be Pneu Too(Two) ! A Pneu Bomba would be alright , as long as it's no shorter f-c or in stack/reach . My

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

I found this video of the Klunkers, who ride (rode?) Repack Road on, well, old clunkers. Gary Fisher is among those featured. https://www.facebook.com/bikebuilderapp/videos/880460348797102/ Tom On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 12:21:15 PM UTC-4, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > ...The record

[RBW] Re: and a triple crank?

why not match the big ring to the small cog for what will be your highest gear inches, e.g if comfortable with 104 gi, and a 11T cog, 700x32s gives a large ring of 42T (102gi). Spa Cycles in UK sells XD2 cranks with TA rings in sizes from 40 to 52 in 110mm BCD. A 42/34/24 would give maximum

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Yeah, but the reverse side of the T-shirt should say "Fulfilling the appreciative since 1994." Toshi On Wed, Jun 13, 2018 at 12:28 PM Bill Lindsay wrote: > Grant said: " this bike is bound to disappoint throngs, but not by intent" > > THERE is your next T-Shirt: > > "Unintentionally

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

This quote from Dave in the new newsletter (which some of you already posted) cracked me up: "..it will have a superior form of disc brake that utilizes the rim for maximum leverage and light weight, it will be rigid, steel & human powered.." I hear you, Dave! ;-) Joe "who just rode his

[RBW] Thumb Shifter Opinions - IRD Silver SOS vs Microshift 9 sp.

I've used the Microshift 9 in friction and Siver downtubers on thumbie mounts. They're close enough in function that I would pick the one I liked the looks and mounting of the best. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Banana Sax alternate mounting, matchy matchy

Taking a cue from Grant's plethora of front-mounted Bananas, I gave it a whirl on my Lightning Bolt with a matching olive Saddlesack. He's right about it loading better in the front handlebar position, it's really handy up there. The combination with small Saddlesack makes a great rackless

[RBW] Re: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

I tried and failed to use these on the Frank Jones Sr. They fit the front just fine, but nowhere near enough reach for the rear. I've been saving them for another project, as they're pretty nice looking, though the rounded edges of the more-retro ones Rivendell's bringing in have an appeal,

[RBW] New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

I thought they mentioned a while back that they might show up in June. I am also waiting for them. If you are still looking for an older set, I have a set of Weinmann 610's that I'd be happy to send to you cheap. Message me if you're interested. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message

[RBW] New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

I’ve seen them on a demo Roadini at RBW. I’m not familiar with the new 750s so can’t really compare to those but the new 610 looked fine to me. Nobody there had an eta for them. My sense was soonish but that they just weren’t sure when to expect them. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

Thanks, Andy. There were several words in there I'll need to learn more about, but your guidance for my research is greatly appreciated. Thanks again to all for your assistance! Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

Patrick, Per usual your trip looks and your words are amazing. Thanks for sharing. Best, Eric -- 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] New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

I know Riv has referred to new DC 610 centerpull brakes as forthcoming and a good brake for the Roadini. Has anyone seen these new brakes in person? If so, are they basically the finish of the newer 750s? I’m thinking of picking up a set, wondering if folks have an inside scoop as to when

[RBW] Re: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

David, Velo Orange has them for $85/wheel. 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