[RBW] Re: Rivendell has the almost perfect crankset for me

I don't think I ever noticed that the Rivendell Silver cranks don't come in 165 lengths. Has this been ruminated upon here on the list? Rene Herse has a mold for each size crank. More expensive, but stronger. And they expanded the size range when people complained. Other manufacturers use the

[RBW] Re: Rivendell has the almost perfect crankset for me

Joel, Origin8 makes 110 double and 130/74 triple crank arm sets in a wide range of lengths, including 165. I use their 150mm 110 double with 36/46 rings and a 13-32 7sp. FW on my road bike. I don't have the triple but I had considered it if I ever decided to use say 24/38/bash rings or

[RBW] Re: Rivendell has the almost perfect crankset for me

I just use a Sugino XD and replace the outer ring with a chainguard. On this one, which is also 165mm, the chainguard is just an old chainring with the teeth cut off and smoothed, and the chainrings are 38-26:

[RBW] Soma leftside chainstay clamp-on kickstand: Reviews?

I just added a kickstand to a bike (Raleigh C30 hybrid) for a local rider. This one worked great and the action was smooth. Looked and felt like it was well made. 1/2 the cost of the SOMA.

[RBW] Re: Tubing between Clem H, Atlantis

I do not own an Atlantis but I do have a Clem H (59), Appaloosa (62) and Sam (62). You already know the answer but its all in the setup. My Clem is a stripped down trail bike. It has Cliffhangers (tubeless) with 2.25 Thunderburts, bullmoose bars, and no racks. It does not feel any heavier than

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Soma leftside chainstay clamp-on kickstand: Reviews?

I tried it on my Jones , clamping it as hard as I dared, and it quickly collapsed: IIRC, the mounting bolts use a tiny wrench, maybe 3mm, so you don't overtorque it. It's junk; stay far far away. I'm disappointed that Rivendell is

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on albastach bars

This runs contrary to most opinions here, but I've fit and then removed a number of mustache and albastache bars over the years. To clarify: I warned riders about the limits, but they were enticed by the looks. Limited hand positions, awkward wrist angle. A dirt drop bar, up high, has a

[RBW] Re: Soma leftside chainstay clamp-on kickstand: Reviews?

Pawel and Eric: That is what I feared. The other similar ones I looked at last year had similar reviews. Lim: I've thought myself of having a kickstand bracket attached just forward of the leftside dropout. I didn't use a Greenfield on the Dahon because it would have interfered with the folding.

Re: [RBW] Re: Brake levers for setting up Canti front and V for rear wheel

I thought of something else you can try with V-brakes: Use shorter cross style pads. Sometimes the long tail of typical V-Brakes can sort of twist into the rims causing a self-energizing effect that makes them grabby. A shorter pad may help. Safety note: The Surly pack rack was recalled. If you

Re: [RBW] Rivendell has the almost perfect crankset for me

I put in another order for a Sugino today, 46/36/26. That will work for me. I had two they look like seconds and I really do not want a new crank that looks like it was pitted. I am disappointed with these and think there are some 2nd quality ones out there. I will soon see if the next one will

[RBW] Tubing between Clem H, Atlantis

The best tubing is no tubing. It's inarguably the flexiest and most resilient. And with this in mind, there's a bike out there that is perfect for you Jason. So, to hopefully completely derail any other plans you might have, please look for one of those smaller Rosco Bubbe mountain frames that

[RBW] Re: Tubing between Clem H, Atlantis

I was going to say, wait for the Platypus, a mixte with cantis. That will be different enough to rationalize! In regards to lightening up, instead of removing the fenders, racks, lighting, kickstand, panniers, and streamers from my Clem L, I bought a Susie. It will be my more or less dedicated

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

hiya kai, it's a dreamy ride. but yeah i agree that's a lotta post showing. i was wary at first (not a lot of selection in the way of 350mm / 26.8 seatposts, either), but it's all worth it. can't even imagine what an xxl would look like--this thing is HUGE--to the tune of 8" longer, axle to

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on albastach bars

I'm assuming the OP is talking about swapping Albastache bars onto a bike they already have. Is that right? Let's see the bike! James at Analog is pointing out that for a lot of riders, changing the bar AND stem works out well more often in his experience. I will concur that the current

[RBW] Re: FS- Snow Peak Lite Max Titanium Ultra Lite camping stove

Sold pending payment On Friday, August 14, 2020 at 4:09:07 PM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: > I'm reducing the price to $40 plus shipping CONUS for this stove > > On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 8:32:15 PM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote:Snow > Peak Lite Max Titanium ultra lite camping stove in

[RBW] Re: FS- Ortlieb bikepacking seat bag large

Sold pending payment On Friday, August 14, 2020 at 4:09:35 PM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: > I'm reducing the price to $100 plus shipping CONUS for this bag > > On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 8:25:07 PM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote:For sale > Ortlieb bikepacking seat bag size large. $110 plus

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on albastach bars

Another note I'll add because I was being nice in my first one and just answered the question without an opinion: Me no likey! Moustache and Albastache looked great but gave me all the agonies, even before my basal thumb arthritis made the situation even worse. If you like 'em well God bless

[RBW] FS - Tilley straw hat XL

Hello all- Please pardon the cross post. For Sale is a Tilley R7 straw hat, size XL. I’ve included a couple of links and a Tilley size chart below for reference. It’s pretty big. It fits my 7 5/8 melon with room to spare. It is a bit more floppy/casual than the photos in the link suggest.

[RBW] FS: 59 Clem H Complete

Hi All, Up for sale is my almost new 59 Clem H complete. Purchased the frameset in November of 2019 completing the build in March. This bike is top shelf with all premium parts. I have more than $3,000 invested. Asking *$2,600*. At this point in time I am not willing to ship. Will sell locally

[RBW] about rapid-rise derailleurs

I have a question about the low-normals. I know riv loves the RR’s, but I hesitate. I know that if the cable breaks- they default to the low gear. And that is brilliant, because its still easy to get home. But if my chain snaps, then the cage and whole mechanism - like its gonna clam up without

[RBW] Re: FS - Tilley straw hat XL

Sorry- should have added: Please reply off list to beewak at gmail Cheers- Mike > On Aug 15, 2020, at 4:13 PM, MikeS wrote: > >  > Hello all- > > Please pardon the cross post. > > For Sale is a Tilley R7 straw hat, size XL. I’ve included a couple of links > and a Tilley size chart below

Re: [RBW] Re: about rapid-rise derailleurs

Jim- thank you I can get up to 145 pounds come winter and I have broken a couple chains bc I thought I was too fat for my poor bike! Lol - But I am often messIng around with drive train combos. I live in the mountains and it is so rocky with a lot of climbing. I need low gears. I am gonna put

Re: [RBW] Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

Eric, Do you recall what you were charged for postage? Was just on the GB site and ordering direct seems convenient. IanA Alberta Canada -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: about rapid-rise derailleurs

On Saturday, August 15, 2020 at 6:50:22 PM UTC-7, Flowerfang wrote: > > > But if my chain snaps, then the cage and whole mechanism - like its gonna > clam up without its chain and then the cage might go into the big gear and > possibly over into the spokes > If the derailer is properly

[RBW] Re: Tubing between Clem H, Atlantis

Jason, I think your problem - other than you just like light, sporty-feelimg bikes like that XO - is your Clem is more than a bit too small. I'm 5'-6" and had a Clem L 45cm which was a BIT small for me, and only really worked because I needed the bars close and way upright (arthritis). At 5'-8"

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

Forgive the self-reply, just wanted to add a data chunk. Checked two different Soma SV SL 33s on vintage Mavic MA40 rims, spec 13.5mm internal width, and got a pretty sold 30mm at 80psi. So 30mm wide on 13.5mm rims, 33mm on 19mm rims. Thus my disappointment at the SV SL 28s being 27mm on 13mm

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

Rambouillet 66cm 1900 Charleston, WV https://www.ebay.com/itm/293691908348 On Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 4:11:41 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: > This thread is for Rivendells you've found on eBay, CraigsList, and sites > beyond: bikes in which you think someone here might be interested. This

Re: [RBW] Re: about rapid-rise derailleurs

On Saturday, August 15, 2020 at 8:07:00 PM UTC-7, Flowerfang wrote: > > > I thought I was too fat for my poor bike! Lol > 145? That's light for a bike. ;-) I like rapid rise but I'm not a proselytizer for it. For simplicity, you might want to look at 10-speed 1x drivetrains for the

Re: [RBW] Re: about rapid-rise derailleurs

Lol - thanks for saying. Yes I’ve got 1xs on a couple bikes, but with that much chain-line or however you say it , I’ve had issues. They’ve been great when it’s dry, but in weather it has been fussy for me. Tho I am running an NX group on one bike, so that might be my problem. But thought I’d

Re: [RBW] Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

Not specifically. Cost was about the same as shipping from a US vendor, as I recall. You should be able to estimate shipping on the Grand Bois web site before you order. –Eric N > On Aug 15, 2020, at 8:34 PM, Ian A wrote: > > Eric, > > Do you recall what you were charged for postage? >

[RBW] Re: Tubing between Clem H, Atlantis

Ha, thanks all. If we're going to delve into what Riv's I want to wait for, it's actually the Charlie H Gallup. I am reasonably sure I want one. In fact, I just sold my XO-1 to a friend and took a set of 700x38 Gravel Kings in partial trade with the CHG in mind. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

Wow, that is mega-weird, though I am kinda remembering hearing/seeing that creeping problem before, on a forum. Can't recall if it was for the same brand/tire, though. Maybe the fact that you didn't have trouble mounting them was a sign? IE, Challenge tires need a tighter fit to prevent

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on albastach bars

I put them on my road bike after rejecting drops one last time. I very rarely ride the hoods, occasionally use the swept position to relax, mostly vary position along the hooks to change the angle of my wrists. I don't use bar ends. See https://www.instagram.com/p/CBO2uXtsqt9/ I very much

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

Paul, thank you, this is helpful. I'd be using the Soma Supples on Velocity A23 rims, which have an internal width of 18 mm. Sounds like it should be right around 32 or 33, which is what I'm looking for. I have been using Jack Brown greens (33) and Panaracer GravelKings (32), and just want to

[RBW] Re: FS: Gunnar Crosshairs '11 Frame/Fork/Complete 62c-t x 59.5c-c

Bumpelstiltskin. On Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 9:53:40 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Gunnar Crosshairs '11 62c-t st x 59.5c-c ht: $1,400 picked up w/in 50mi of > NYC Metro area; I'm not considering shipping at the moment due to hassle > and covid stuff... > > This is a very low-mileage 2011

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

Sam Hillborne 58cm 1500 San Marcos, TX https://austin.craigslist.org/bik/d/san-marcos-rivendell-sam-hillborne-58cm/7177623907.html Joe Appaloosa 62cm F/F/HS: 1000, with wheels: 1350 Austin, TX

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on albastach bars

I agree with James. The shape is not the problem, though you may need a surprisingly short stem to make them feel right. The problem is drop levers at ~90 degrees from their design intent. The levers cannot be angled downwards from horizontal by any meaningful amount, and I like my levers