[RBW] Re: Why a rear disc on the tandem?

As mentioned, a third brake at the rear wheel was used to slow tandems on steep descents. For many years the brake spec'd for this was the Arai drum brake. When they stopped manufacturing, there wasn't much in the way of alternatives (though now apparently there are replacements available

[RBW] Re: Increasing chainstay clearance to run wider tires

Thanks, Doug. Hope the 132.5mm spacing can be kept as I am running a 135mm setup. Member Frank did the same to his 60cm Saluki and suggested contacting Mark Nobilette for this service and mentioned the labor was $35. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Why a rear disc on the tandem?

I have my HHH drag brake operated via Shimano deerhead shifter mounted inboard on Boscos. Going down the hills, I use my thumb to actuate the drag/disc brake. My shifters are bar-ends (right-rear/left-front); and brake levers are standard. Works great for scrubbing speed. shoji Arlington MA

[RBW] Re: Raid Bill's Stable: Nine bikes available For Sale

I've got the Legolas set up with 700x35 (37mm actual width) Bon Jon Pass Extralights right now, and have been using it as a road bike while the trails are still soupy. I've taken both the Legolas and the Roadeo (with 700x32 Stampede Pass EL) on my typical ~40 mile hilly road routes. They are

[RBW] Re: Increasing chainstay clearance to run wider tires

> > I had a local frame builder (Jamie Swan) indent my chainstays on my > Romulus so I could 48mm tires on a 650b conversion. Everything went > smoothly, paint was intact and the dropout spacing was brought in to 130, > instead on 132.5. > - Doug -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Raid Bill's Stable: Nine bikes available For Sale

I still do not need a Legolas but it’s my size doh! Karl Legolas-less in Nashville, TN -- 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] WTB: crankarms or crankset 170mm with 110 / 74 BCD - Sugino, Specialized "Flags", Velo Orange, or anything silver

And I’ve got crankarms in the mail from Justin! Thanks for the suggestions and help. I’ll report back if I can feel a difference and if it helps with knee pain. Stretching and some PT exercises in the meantime. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: WTB: crankarms or crankset 170mm with 110 / 74 BCD - Sugino, Specialized "Flags", Velo Orange, or anything silver

Spa Cycles in the UK have their own version of the XD in lengths down to 160mm, and they only cost £25: https://www.spacycles.co.uk/m2b0s109p2003/SPA-CYCLES-XD-2-Touring-Cranks. Nick -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

I think that's the ticket, get that Scratch-Off stuff at an auto parts store that goes on like wax and wipes off. Or just find a bike painter to do the toptube, gloss black shouldn't be too hard to match. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] The Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell!

https://bikesnobnyc.com/2020/02/12/new-outside-column-and-exciting-news-for-me/#more-608 I have waited for this day since I knew The Bike Snob was a fan. Why has he waited so long? What bike did he choose? Did he get a fancy custom? Something less fancy since he lives in NYC? How long do we

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

Hi Graham Where are you located? Maybe someone on the list has some you can test ride. In any case, Homer all the way. It's the sprightly-est. I've owned several Rivs and I'm keeping my Homer w/Albatross forever. Mike in Austin On Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 8:58:33 AM UTC-6, Graham

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

Get some 1000 & 2000 grit wet/dry sand paper and start polishing, 1000 grit first, then 2000. It will take a while, but the sand paper is so fine that you won't be able to remove too much paint too fast. I imagine that that are some YouTube directions on this sort of thing. The scratches don't

[RBW] Re: F.S. Compass, Gran bois, nitto, paul etc...

sent email to given address on: 11. *Nitto Jitensha bar *26.0 $35 On Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 12:30:15 PM UTC-8, Dylan A wrote: > > Update: > Brooks c-17 > Compass tires > Nitto bull moose > Paul brakes > Have all been sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

A front rack with upright bars to me implies Appaloosa or Clem due to the sturdier front fork and longer reach. (I've owned both.) Prudent component selection will allow you to maintain that "fun" factor. Pick a Clem H if price is a driver; a Clem L if you want to experience the joy of step

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

You could also try an auto or motorcycle detailer or a paint-less dent remover professional if you don't want to do it yourself. You can always start with 3000 or 5000 grit or the highest grit you can find to develop some experience and confidence. The higher the grit number, the less paint it

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

Laing - instead of the W/D sandpaper how about rubbing or, better yet, polishing compound, applied with a rag and some water? I've rubbed out scratches on automobiles with that stuff before and it works just fine. You should be able to get it at an auto part store. On Wednesday, February

[RBW] F.S. Compass, Gran bois, nitto, paul etc...

Update: Brooks c-17 Compass tires Nitto bull moose Paul brakes Have all been 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] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

Thanks, Laing. Sad to say, it's a 58cm. I thought about polishing but didn't want to make it worse (I've learned the hard way that I have a tendency to do that sometimes) if I had other options. I hadn't thought about Youtube, and it's a good idea. I'll look there. Dave -- You

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

Joe - or just take it to a bike painter and get their opinion on whether the scratches can be removed by just being rubbed out (with whatever technique they'd use). *And* then see if they'd do if if it sounds to risky for a DIY job. A good painter *should* agree to that and for a modest

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

In later versions, some of the larger sizes took 700c, but mine sports 26-inch wheels. Thanks, Kevin Lindsey Alexandria, VA On Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 8:24:35 PM UTC-5, Ian Dickson wrote: > > Did the All-Rounder take 26" tires? > > On Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 5:31:43 PM UTC-7,

Re: [RBW] The Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell!

Custom Rivendell with disc brakes and carbon fiber fork. He also spec'd a hub gear. I know Grant said he won't build with any of those, but he used to say he'd never build without lugs. I'll wager 10 to 1 that it's either a Roadeo or an Appaloosa. Or something else. Seriously, it will be

[RBW] Re: Raid Bill's Stable: Nine bikes available For Sale

What I really like about Bill’s Legolas vs Roadeo analysis is that is focuses so much on handling, rather than trying chase down some feeling based on tubing. I’ve never ridden a Legolas, but his description of how a Roadeo handles is dead on. You will be faster on your Roadeo than your other

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

I'll second Patrick's recommendation of the Rene Herse/Compass Naches Pass tires, if you have a 559 All-Rounder. I've been using these exclusively for my 559 Atlantis since the tire's introduction, and have nothing but good experiences – they're fast, but not fragile, and are quite durable to

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

Seconded. Don’t know what kind of bars/stem you intend on using, but if that’s the area where the bars would swing around and hit, I’d wrap that area anyway to prevent a dent. It almost looks like the area you’d want to protect, but hard to know without the front end installed. -- You

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

Go to the local hobby shop get a small bottle of Testors gloss black. Whilst having a small amount of paint thinner handy; dab paint in the scratch with a small brush then wipe the area quickly witha soft clean rag. The idea is to leave paint in the scratch whilst removing it from the

Re: [RBW] The Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell!

Question is is he kidding about getting a Rivendell or is he kidding about it having a crabon fork & dick brakes!? My guess would be the later rather than the former. Grant & Tan Tenovo do have some history, my major worry is that companies who give snobby long term test bikes tend to go out of

Re: [RBW] The Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell!

Wait, I thought Bike Snob was that Eben guy. Who's Tan Tenovo? (I don't read the blog) -- 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] I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

I agree with others to use some cutting compound then follow with polish. The scratches should blend very well. The automotive product I am used to in the UK is called T Cut and is available in a black colour. Almost certainly an equivalent product is available at your local auto store. Those

[RBW] My sweater just shipped!

I was so excited that Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell that I missed the big news in my inbox - my Cheviot sweater just shipped! Thankfully we still have some cold weather ahead this year. I'm assuming more than a few people on this list ordered them as well. Take care, David (Brooklyn, NY) --

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

This stuff works pretty good. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Meguiars-M10532-Mirror-Glaze-Ultra-cut-Compound-32-Oz/29724007 If you don't like walmart, Harbor Freight sells it for $14 more. So does Autozone. Walmart is nominally better than Amazon, which I don't use. Got mine at the local Autozone,

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

Hehe, Bike Snob has been to RBW and ridden some bikes. I know because he dropped me like a stone on a dirt trail at Mt. Diablo  -- 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

Re: [RBW] The Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell!

Patrick, I think you missed the big "Just Kidding" picture that was right below the reference to the carbon fork & disk brakes. Kent Peterson Eugene, OR USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

The Rene Herse/Compass Elk Pass (labeled 32, 29 mm on 23 mm rims) or the Nachez Pass, labeled 47 mm but others say 41 mm on ordinary road-width rims. The EP comes only in the "extra light" design but I think you can get the NP in both regular and diet. God willing, I'll shortly be getting around

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

Larger size All-Rounders were designed around 700c wheels... like my 65cm All-Rounder.cheers,Andrew On Thursday, February 13, 2020, 12:41:19 PM GMT+11, Patrick Moore wrote: Yes; it was an improvement of the XO-1, in fact. On Wed, Feb 12, 2020 at 6:24 PM Ian Dickson wrote: Did the

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

Wait. Is thisBike Snob incognito? On Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 9:58:33 AM UTC-5, Graham McCall wrote: > > I’m currently trying to decide what Riv to buy for a general around town > city build. Plan would be upright bars, front rack and dynamo build. > > I’d like something that isn’t

[RBW] Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

Greetings. I just purchased a 1999-ish All-Rounder frame and am currently pulling together the parts to build it up. I'd appreciate any recommendations on the type of tires I should consider; I'll be riding almost exclusively on pavement (maybe some off-road somewhere down the line), no heavy

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

Did the All-Rounder take 26" tires? On Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 5:31:43 PM UTC-7, Kevin Lindsey wrote: > > Greetings. > I just purchased a 1999-ish All-Rounder frame and am currently pulling > together the parts to build it up. I'd appreciate any recommendations on > the type of tires I

Re: [RBW] Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

Forgot to say that I expect that the Nachez Pass is the better tire for an All Rounder, but a plug for the Elk Pass for simply dreamily smooth and fast rolling. Despite its gossamer weight and onion-skin casing, it actually works fine in firm gravel and thin sand; as well as the 559 X 32 mm Pasela

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

Yes; it was an improvement of the XO-1, in fact. On Wed, Feb 12, 2020 at 6:24 PM Ian Dickson wrote: > Did the All-Rounder take 26" tires? > > On Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 5:31:43 PM UTC-7, Kevin Lindsey wrote: >> >> Greetings. >> I just purchased a 1999-ish All-Rounder frame and am

Re: [RBW] The Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell!

Tan Tenovo is a product of Weiss's (sp?) irreverent sense of humor. He got ticketed while riding a test bike, called "Renovo" IIRC, and it was tan -- was this the wooden framed bike? -- and the cop mispelled it as "Tan Tenovo" on the ticket. So of course, Weiss had to use it as his nom de plume.

Re: [RBW] The Bike Snob is getting a Rivendell!

Ah. I'm clearly not hip enough for the room. -- 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 view this