Re: [RBW] Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Patrick Moore
I turned a 46-36-24 XD2 into a 36-24 XD2 by removing the outer ring and adjusting the throw of the front derailleur cage; worked just fine. Later swapped the 36 for a 38 and added a guard in the outer position, but didn't change the fd height. Continued to work fine. My Matthews has a Logic

Re: [RBW] Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread David Johnston
Another problem to keep an eye out for if you don't use an outer ring at all, is that some front derailleurs may not have enough adjustment in the outer limit screw to keep the chain from falling off the outside. I think most derailleurs won't have this problem but it can happen. I had a problem

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Eric Karnes
* 'old' Sugino cranks...not 'only.' Phone autocorrect. On Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 8:46:18 PM UTC-4, Eric Karnes wrote: > > Ben's Cycle sells (what I assume is) the chain guard that was on the XD2 > wide low that Riv used to sell: > > >

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Johnny Alien
The problem is that the guard is for 44t coverage so it will be way larger than I need and result in a larger looking crank which I am trying to avoid. The New Albion that Rivendell sells comes in a wide low but the large ring is 40 and I assume the guard is around 42 or 44 like the Sugino. I

[RBW] FS: Rubber Grips, cafe (rear wheel) lock

2019-06-29 Thread Shawn Granton
Happy Weekend, List of Riv: Alright, this should be the last for sale post for a little bit. Sorting out "the bike workshop" I found a few more things that should be passed on to someone who can use it. *Purchase/Ordering Notes:* Price does not include postage. (Postage estimate for US

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Garth
You could also remove the large ring and don't use anything in that position. Replace the double chainring bolts with single chainring variety for the 36t and so you have just the 24/36 alone. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Johnny Alien
I think that is exactly what u am going to do. I wasn't sure if I needed to replace the bolts so that is helpful. Thanks! -- 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: Rough Stuff Fellowship - Carradice Top Tube Panniers

2019-06-29 Thread Shawn Granton
Very cool, Marty! I also ordered the Rough Stuff book with Carradice top tube panniers, and still am waiting on my order. I couldn't pass up the chance to try out the panniers! >From what I heard, Carradice may be interested in bringing the panniers back in regular production. Best, Shawn in

[RBW] Re: Rough Stuff Fellowship - Carradice Top Tube Panniers

2019-06-29 Thread Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA
No issue with knee contact at all. Really well thought out design. On Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 2:14:01 PM UTC-4, Drw wrote: > > Thanks for posting this. I was curious what these were gonna end up > looking like. Any issues with knee contact? -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Elisabeth Sherwood
So, how does one go about cutting down the teeth on a chainring? I practically never use my large chainring; on another bike I replaced it with a chainguard, but would be happy with another option! Thanks in advance, Liz Washington, DC On Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 1:01:44 PM UTC-4, Dave

Re: [RBW] Film cameras on bike rides?

2019-06-29 Thread David Bivins
I'm getting a vibe that people feel like the Leica III is more fragile than it is. Granted, I don't know which model Philip has. I haven't heard of a IIId. Dropping any camera is a problem. Dropping an M4 (or 3 or 2 and on up) is always more of a problem because the viewfinder and rangefinder are

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Eric Karnes
Ben's Cycle sells (what I assume is) the chain guard that was on the XD2 wide low that Riv used to sell: https://www.benscycle.com/sugino-chainring-chainguard-110bcd-44t-silver/chainring_guard_sugino__434-435_434-435/product Probably worth shooting them an email for a photo before shelling out

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Johnny Alien
If I am understanding things correctly I could also get a Sugino triple, remove the outer ring and install a Silver chainguard. It should mount properly to the Sugino and they have a small guard designed for a 34-36T outer ring. Then I would not need to buy new bolts and it would only be

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Scott G.
On Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 7:20:01 PM UTC-4, Johnny Alien wrote: > > If I am understanding things correctly I could also get a Sugino triple, > remove the outer ring and install a Silver chainguard. > Spa Cycles sells a double with a chainguard, looks Sugino ish.

[RBW] Rough Stuff Fellowship - Carradice Top Tube Panniers

2019-06-29 Thread Drw
Thanks for posting this. I was curious what these were gonna end up looking like. Any issues with knee contact? -- 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] WTT: my 48 noodle for your aluminum albatross

2019-06-29 Thread A. Nostuh
Simple trade if anyone would prefer a 48 noodle bar over their alloy (not steel) albatross. Please PM me Al in Saratoga -- 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: daily post ur riv

2019-06-29 Thread chris feczko
Hey Erik, You were able to make this happen without any mods to the frame? No chain stay dimpling? Looks great! - chris -- 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: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Dave Johnston
What size rings are you talking about? 36t-26t? I've done it and didn't even replace or move the front derailleur down at all, which gives a gap that does look a little weird. I did cut off the teeth of a 49t larger outer ring to act as a guard, and eventually replaced the 36t with a 39t for a

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Johnny Alien
Yes I agree that is the simplest method! The main reason I would remove it is because I don't use it and prefer the look of a crankset with small rings. It's a visual thing for me. On Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 12:38:19 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > It's even simpler: don't ride the

[RBW] Re: rebuilding the SimpleOne

2019-06-29 Thread JohnS
On my QB I have 42 chain ring and an 18 cog, which works very well on the flats and mild hills, so I would think your combination should be fine. Did they repaint the whole bike? Looks great either way. JohnS On Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 12:30:44 PM UTC-4, jandrews wrote: > > I just received

[RBW] Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Johnny Alien
So I posted a thread looking for a crankset because I didn't want to spend a ton and didn't feel like piecing one together. The New Albion wide/low has different gearing than the old Sugino one and what I really would prefer is a low/low gearing but at the Sugino price. Then it occurred to me

[RBW] Re: Film cameras on bike rides?

2019-06-29 Thread John A. Bennett
Unfortunately, just sold the very last one a week or so ago. Thanks for buying one when you did! May reorder at some point soon.if there is interest. On Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 7:56:25 AM UTC-7, velomann wrote: > > http://www.rivelopdx.com/shop/bag-pedal-bikes-shoot-film-camera-bag > I

Re: [RBW] Film cameras on bike rides?

2019-06-29 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Phillip: I’ll answer in more detail when I’m back at my computer, but here are some bullets points: 1) I would urge caution carrying your Leica in the bike. Leica are rugged, but your iii is probably 50 or so years old, and the internal workings of the rangefinder will be its Achilles heel.

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Johnny Alien
Thanks Dave. I shot you a message. Yes removing the large ring would leave 36/26. It looks like Roman at Riv did the exact thing I am talking about. I am just not sure if it is as simple as removing a ring or if there is more I would have to do.

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread Dave Johnston
For what Roman did you would need shorter "track" style chain ring bolts. I googled $22 for Sugino at Ben's or $8 shipped for generic on ebay. You might have to experiment with F derailleurs for optimal placement. Maybe a shorter cage double road derailleur or an old Micro Drive front would

Re: [RBW] Film cameras on bike rides?

2019-06-29 Thread David Bivins
I would hardly call a Leica III fragile. It’s a brick of brass that could double as a weapon at the end of a long strap. I carry my camera sling style, with the strap over one shoulder and under the other armpit. Most of my cameras are attached with conventional lugs, with the exception of some

[RBW] Film cameras on bike rides?

2019-06-29 Thread velomann
http://www.rivelopdx.com/shop/bag-pedal-bikes-shoot-film-camera-bag I use this. I think John still has a couple left at Rivelo. -- 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: Converting a triple to a low/low

2019-06-29 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
It's even simpler: don't ride the outer ring, consider it a rockguard with teeth, and a "holy smokes this is a wonderful 10 mile gentle descent with a tailwind that never happens" gear. Grin. But yes, nothing fancy. My QB has a single front chainring on its stock triple, leaving the two inside

[RBW] Re: FS: Single Pivot Brake Tool

2019-06-29 Thread George Schick
The tool has been spoken for. Thanks, all. On Friday, June 28, 2019 at 3:39:54 PM UTC-5, George Schick wrote: > > No, not "for sale," *Free Stuff! *I'll be turning 70 in just over a > week, plus my wife is strongly encouraging me to get rid of things in an > attempt to prepare for eventual

[RBW] Re: Good Problem to have? FS/FT

2019-06-29 Thread Lester Lammers
I agree with Bill and Eamon. I must say that I really enjoy my 53 MIT Atlantis. The ride with the LWB is wonderful. On Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 12:42:49 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > The answer is obvious. Keep them both. I think they are significantly > different from each other, even

[RBW] WTB: Tall Person Quickbeam

2019-06-29 Thread Tim Bantham
In search of a Quickbeam either complete or frameset. Thinking a 64 or 66 cm may work for me. Let me know if you have one that you'd be willing to move on. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Film cameras on bike rides?

2019-06-29 Thread John A. Bennett
This has always worked for me: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/53781a51e4b0f28da14f7222/t/55754589e4b0620d1b3fdf3c/1433748876104/ On Friday, June 28, 2019 at 7:39:56 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: > > What’s the best way to carry a valuable/sentimental/fragile film camera on > mixed

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-06-29 Thread Sean Kline
Hi Erik, lime Chris’ question, do you know how much wheel cm you gained going to 650b? What what was your wheel diameter before and after? Thanks, Sean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-06-29 Thread Erik Wright
Sean & Chris, I didn't have to dimple the chainstays, but I did have a local builder add canti posts at 650b height. I will say that the clearances are tight both at the fork crown and the chainstays, but there's about 3-4mm of space left in both places. I haven't measured the actual tire

Re: [RBW] Film cameras on bike rides?

2019-06-29 Thread Philip Williamson
Thanks for the info. I tend to agree on not stressing the Leica. I do like carrying it, but maybe not on the bike. My old Sony Nex with a CCTV lens might be a better bike camera. Not film, but still fun. If it broke, it would be a good excuse to upgrade. I am interested in the strap. I think it’s

Re: [RBW] Film cameras on bike rides?

2019-06-29 Thread Peter White
Yeah, my IIIc survived many miles in a rack-top pack on my mountain bike in years past. A little padding goes a long way. On Sat, Jun 29, 2019 at 12:02 PM Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Thanks for the info. I tend to agree on not stressing the Leica. I do like >

[RBW] rebuilding the SimpleOne

2019-06-29 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
jandrews, Sweet! You're gonna love it! A few thoughts to keep in mind: -- not sure the clearance on the S1 v QB silver, but while I could fit a 44 Snosqualmie on it there was little tire clearance in the rear axel forward gear, and that's without nobbies. -- I like your "ride whatcha got"

[RBW] Re: rebuilding the SimpleOne

2019-06-29 Thread jandrews
Yes full repaint while they were at it Can post better pics later -- 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