[RBW] Re: 1x11 Rivendell!

That is such an attractive bike. My MTB bomba (64 cm) is a similar overall build but the proportions on that smaller bike just look so much better. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

[RBW] Re: 1x11 Rivendell!

Wow! Nice looking bike! With an 89ish PBH, I'm at the top of a 54, but could probably make it fit. Anyone interested in buying my Riv Road and Rambouillet So that I can afford this beauty? :-) On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 5:51:01 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Check the BLUG for a floo

Re: [RBW] Re: 1x11 Rivendell!

Ask Deacon Patrick or me - hard to improve on a Hunqapillar. Although I confess the bike doesn't look right to me without the digatube, Bob On Fri, Aug 7, 2015 at 9:03 PM, 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > That's my dream Rivendell. A 54cm Hunqap

[RBW] Re: The Silver Hubs

I had never heard of an alloy cassette body before. I was completely surprised to read that the Silver hubs have this. I didn't know that this was a thing that hub manufacturers would do. Considering the cogs are steel, and all the motive force propelling the bicycle forward is transmitted t

[RBW] Re: 1x11 Rivendell!

That's my dream Rivendell. A 54cm Hunqapillar with Bullmoose and 1x drivetrain!!! The only difference is that my dream Hunqapillar is a bit more color-coordinated than that one. On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 4:51:01 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Check the BLUG for a floor demo Hunqapi

Re: [RBW] Re: Best Riv frame for rear childseat?

I believe hat is a Pletscher seat. I talked to Keven about it but he did not think they sold it in the U.S. He got it as a demo from the distributer. It does work with the Clem rack. Dan > On Aug 7, 2015, at 5:18 PM, "carnerda...@bellsouth.net" > wrote: > > Can anyone identify the make a

[RBW] off topic FS: Bilenky /Campy/Thomson post/King HS $1000 plus shipping

Bilenky Steel Frameset light blue powder coat with some chips please see photos seat tube 42cm ctc 44cm ctt sloped top tube actual 52.5cm theoretical 53.5cm standover 72cm/28.25” Thomson seatpost Chris King blue headset Campagnolo Veloce compact crank 50/34 Campagnolo Centauar fron

[RBW] Re: Best Riv frame for rear childseat?

Can anyone identify the make and model of the child seat on Keven's bike in the blug post linked earlier in this thread? David -- 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] Finally done it.

Great story, Wayne. (The personal ones are always the best.) Welcome! Evan -- 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...@goo

[RBW] Re: Dipping my toe into mountain riding at 8800 feet ...

The ride is about the company and the experience, not the speed, at least for me and I think most on this group. Holler next time you're in the area! With abandon, Patrick On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 2:13:53 PM UTC-6, truegolden wrote: > >  > Of course if Patrick of the Moore was lagging behin

RE: [RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

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[RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

> > I knew I'd forget a couple: > Wilier Triestina, Chromovelato Bruce Gordon Custom Ellsworth Truth I agree with the basic Bob's Adage: my favorite bike is the one I'm on. Max -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

Re: [RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

I have to admit, I did a double take on the Pliny the Younger. The bikes are nice too. But man, I think its time for a beer ride to share that growler w/ the group ;) Please tell me there isn't a bottle or three of Pappy hidden in there too. On Fri, Aug 7, 2015 at 3:35 PM, reynoldslugs wrote: >

[RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

oh man. I think it's about like this: Rivendells/bikes purchased from Rivendell: - 2001 Heron road, now a 650b - 2003 Road Custom -Atlantis -Roadeo -Legolas -Rambouillet -Quickbeam Paramounts: 1972 (for Eroica this year), 1973 chrome, 1973 blue, 50th anniversary black with gold fork, new 75 an

[RBW] Re: 1x11 Rivendell!

That is one swell-looking bikeholy moly On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 4:51:01 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Check the BLUG for a floor demo Hunqapillar with a 1x11 drivetrain. I > like it! I might go ride it! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

Well...Hudson Bay woll blankets are handsome and durable classicsand if you buy Canuck, the loonie's pretty cheap http://www.thebay.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/thebay/hbc-/blankets/millenium-point-blanket-0012-6807382--24 I have blankets, I've had their coats...still made in Yorkshir

[RBW] Ride Report: Summit of the Patricks

Thanks, guys, I had fun seeing it. What a beautiful dark blue sky there, too. -- 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...@g

[RBW] 1x11 Rivendell!

I'm with you Bill! I can't stop looking at it! The proportions with the bullmooses look perfect. Like it will just leap off on it's own! Even though I am 6 foot with a pbh of 88 and 78 saddle height, I think that 54 would be a good nimble fit for me. I just want to run up, jump on and go! -- Y

[RBW] 1x11 Rivendell!

Check the BLUG for a floor demo Hunqapillar with a 1x11 drivetrain. I like it! I might go ride it! -- 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-own

Re: [RBW] Re: sheared off crank bolt

I'll take the more adventurous route. I will see if the local parts store down the street from my house has an easy-out. That's a great looking fish, by the way, in the 3rd pic down on your site. On Fri, Aug 7, 2015 at 9:52 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > ok, fair enough and either one gets the job done.

Re: [RBW] A. Lazarus Homer

Chris, please tell me about your front rack. Looks custom. Steve On Friday, August 7, 2015, Chris Chen wrote: > It's getting close... > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/20344270412/ > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: DFW shops

Those are my 2 favs as well. Also if over in Ft Worth there is Trinity Bicycles . http://trinitybicycles.com/ Paul in Dallas -- 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: Wool blanket recommendations?

I have bought Army surplus wool blankets on eBay...perhaps not Pendleton or Hudson Bay quality, but hey, from sheep's wool, nevertheless. In fact the Boreal Shirt made by Lester River Bushcraft / Empire Canvas is made from (new) Army blankets, and I think the wool is of exceptional quality. BB

[RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

Oh, oh, can I speak up? Two weeks ago I scored a couple wool blankets for $10/ea at a garage sale. Ostensibly it was a commemorative/decorative (which is to say in brand-new condition because she, well, her parents likely paid a mint and couldn't bear to actually use it for its intended purpose

[RBW] Dipping my toe into mountain riding at 8800 feet ...

Fun stuff. Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed seeing the pics on the other thread. I am in the Denver area a few times a year. It would be fun to try one or more of those rides. Of course if Patrick of the Moore was lagging behind I would be really lagging being even more of a flatlander and older t

RE: [RBW] A. Lazarus Homer

Suh-weet! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Chen Sent: Friday, August 07, 2015 4:03 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] A. Lazarus Homer It's getting close... https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/2034427

[RBW] DFW shops

Those are my 2 favs as well. Also if over in Ft Worth there is Trinity Bicycles . http://trinitybicycles.com/ Paul in Dallas -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Ballad of the short arms

Never matters if it's new or used, you can have the same amount of fun regardless. Congrats! On Sat, Aug 1, 2015 at 1:54 PM, Fred Craven wrote: > As an update, we are moving forward with the purchase, I will soon be a > new (used) bike owner. > > -- > You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Re: Brooks B17 Special black

all done here - thanks again !!! -- 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 e

[RBW] A. Lazarus Homer

It's getting close... https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/20344270412/ -- 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...@goo

[RBW] Re: Best Riv for rear child seat?

For years I used a quickbeam with a rear child seat it worked well in the smaller gear for most riding. I alternated it between a trek 620 with gears, for more long distance rides. When my daughter was younger we used a front mount seat on the trek, I used a nitto dirt drop stem to get the ba

[RBW] Re: DFW shops

Thanks John. Between the time I sent the question and it being posted (I'm still under probation as newbi, and that's OK) I stopped by Oak Cliff and discovered that they will probably be my go-to place. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: DFW shops

I second Transit, as they are a commuter oriented shop...The staff at Dallas Bike Works, though geared more toward recreation and racing, are fantastic. Some of the best in the business! On Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 11:26:26 PM UTC-6, Fred Craven wrote: > > Now that I'm about to become a Rive

[RBW] What's in your garage?

2014 Atlantis albatross 1987 MB1 single speed Kona MB2 mustache -- 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.c

[RBW] Re: Ballad of the short arms

I am surprised no one has linked to Riv's "Top Tube Ruse". https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzehUKAztnO8NDNkYWZiZTQtNjI1ZS00ZDU0LTgyNDUtNWFkNzk3YzRlNjI0/view Basically tt length on its own doesn't tell the whole story - the place where your bum will be is also governed by seat tube angle, saddle

[RBW] Re: Best Riv frame for rear childseat?

Cheviot because of long chain stays and low top tube. Hunq and Clem would also be good. My wife and I put our younger daughter in a Yepp mini and have a GMG 911 for the older daughter on the rear rack. I have a Hunq; she rides a Cheviot. On Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 10:26:25 PM UTC-7, Daniel

[RBW] Re: Brooks B17 Special black

sale pending > > -- 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-own

[RBW] Dipping my toe into mountain riding at 8800 feet ...

Fun stuff. Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed seeing the pics on the other thread. I am in the Denver area a few times a year. It would be fun to try one or more of those rides. Of course if Patrick of the Moore was lagging behind I would be really lagging being even more of a flatlander and older t

[RBW] DFW shops

Those are my 2 favs as well. Also if over in Ft Worth there is Trinity Bicycles . http://trinitybicycles.com/ Paul in Dallas DFW shops john muhl : Aug 07 11:11AM -0700 Depending on where you are in town Oak Cliff Bicycle Company

[RBW] Brooks B17 Special black

This saddle is has about 800 miles on it and is well broken in. It has no weathering, and other than broken in and very light abrasion from the seams in MUSA shorts is basically new. Of course copper rails and big copper rivets. New saddles go for $172 and the best price I could find, from V

Re: [RBW] Re: Best Riv frame for rear childseat?

On 08/07/2015 02:46 PM, Kainalu wrote: Any rivendell is capable of child carrying, the rodeo might be a bit flexy if you're cranking out of the saddle, otherwise you're golden. I carried my daughter on the back of my 1972 P15 Paramount (9/6/9 std diam 531) in one of those folding steel Schw

[RBW] Re: Best Riv frame for rear childseat?

Any rivendell is capable of child carrying, the rodeo might be a bit flexy if you're cranking out of the saddle, otherwise you're golden. And soon enough they'll be on their own bike anyways... May I suggest a Yepp seat if you're looking. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

60cm Betty Foy - for my wife. Still working on it - got it as a web special in fall 2014, but toddler + renovation + job + pregnancy has pushed it down the priority list. 25" 1983 Trek 620 - 650B conversion bike. Still working on it - see list of alternative priorities above! 58cm Cannondale X

[RBW] Re: WTB Cheviot/Betty Foy

Matt, Thanks for the suggestion. I hope it won't surprise you that I started with Riv. I was told they have only one 55 cm Cheviot, the one that's been built up and that you'll find on the Web Specials page. I followed you link, however, and see the 55 cm frame listed, which I don't think it

Re: [RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

Ah ha!...it is. 48cm Orange canti post and it currently has a set of Rich built wheels with Velocity Dyad and Phil "Rivy" hubs with a 7 speed freewheel...using some Ultegra 6500 components with silver bar end friction shifting. I will let you know if I decide to sell...I've been seriously consi

[RBW] Re: DFW shops

Depending on where you are in town Oak Cliff Bicycle Company or Transit Bicycle Company . Both have competitive prices and stock good stuff and happily do special orders for anything else you need. On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 12:26:26 AM

[RBW] WTB Cheviot/Betty Foy

I found one for you. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-cheviot.htm -- 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...@googlegroup

Re: [RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

Tony, Yes it is a great Trio and all setup to make for a distinct ride. Allows me to do anything I want really. I have the orange Cheviot. Pictures of the 3 (and a few more that I have owned over the years) can be found on Flickr handle is clayton.esseff. Best, Clayton, SF -- You received thi

[RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

-1983 Mercian King of Mercia 650B Nitto Grand Randonneur Bar Honjo hammered fenders -Rivendell A Homer Hilsen 56 650B GB Randonneur BarHetres and Velo Orange Zeppelin fenders soon to be Honjos -Miyata Triple Cross Nitto Grand Randonneur Bar Velo Orange Hammered fenders -Bridgestone RB-

Re: [RBW] FS - 56cm Sam Hillborne frameset

Paul, Thanks for the very useful feedback I appreciate it😊. That is a beautiful frame by the way someone is gonna be very happy with it double top tuber and cantilevers is a sweet combo! sincerely, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

[RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

2004 62cm Surly Steamroller with Rick Hunter unicrown 'cross fork, *The Favourite* 1997 64cm Waterford 1250, *The Geared Bike* 1994 Norco Bushpilot, *The Bike I've Had Since Middle School, Turned Winter Fix* coming this weekend ... Matt Chester Monstercross! I'll be the third owner. I can't

Re: [RBW] Wool blanket recommendations?

Faribault Woolen Mills in Faribault MN, Bemidji Woolen Mills in Bemidji MN. The latter once made an ultra heavy duty wool shirt for Riv, more like a light jacket than a shirt. > On Aug 3, 2015, at 9:00 PM, mike gasparino wrote: > > Hey guys, > Been looking a buy a new wool blanket and been d

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Summit of the Patricks

Have at it! On Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 9:21:59 PM UTC-6, dougP wrote: > > Is it too early to start planning 2016 expeditions? > -- 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 fro

[RBW] Re: sheared off crank bolt

ok, fair enough and either one gets the job done. http://bulldog1935.u.yuku.com/ On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 9:27:36 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Ron, maybe I described it wrong, but they're a bit different. An easy out > is intended to bite into the bolt and twist it, not actual bore a ho

Re: [RBW] FS - 56cm Sam Hillborne frameset

Hey Richard, I went to the "newer" 55cm. While the 56cm's TT was a bit long, I used it 4 years without much of a problem. But, the new additional fork eyelets, a few cosmetic changes and the black & cream color pushed me over the edge. The change from double TT to single was a risk, since I di

[RBW] Re: sheared off crank bolt

Ron, maybe I described it wrong, but they're a bit different. An easy out is intended to bite into the bolt and twist it, not actual bore a hole. That's a cool side business you have!

[RBW] Re: sheared off crank bolt

Mark, what you're describing here is an easy-out, and any auto parts store will have them. On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 9:15:29 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > ... > > If not, you can also get drill bits that are made in a reverse manner, so > when you spin the drill to unscrew it, the bit wi

[RBW] Re: sheared off crank bolt

I work on people's valuable antique fishing reels for a hobby business, and I've pulled out many broken machine screw shanks. > -- 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: sheared off crank bolt

What Ron said. I do a lot of work on old motorcycles and having bolt heads shear off, snap off, or just generally destroy themselves is an everyday occurrence it seams. There are a few tricks for getting them out. An eazy-out is the best - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMrDYJvY0Ts If not, you

Re: [RBW] FS - 56cm Sam Hillborne frameset

Hi Paul, If you don't mind me asking what size Sam did you move down to 55 or 51 and how did that work out for you? I ask because I originally had a 52 and it felt a bit small so I up sized to the 56 and I can't get over feeling like it's a hair to big. Have been considering a 55 because I real

Re: [RBW] Best Riv for rear child seat?

I used a front seat on the Bombadil with Bosco bars until we hit the weight limit for the seat. The front seat was great - I could talk to her easily while riding. For the rear I initially put a Racktime Tourit rack on the Bomba but getting my leg over the TT and keeping everything upright was

[RBW] Re: sheared off crank bolt

Ron, That's good advice. I would have assumed the bolt was too tight to remove without the head. Makes sense now! > > >>> -- 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, s

Re: [RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

Yes, I second MacAusland's! I have one of those as well. If you want a super dense wool (heavy, weight not warmth), then the Pendleton or Filson is what you want. If you want a looser, (lighter) scratchier blanket, then the others are good. On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 9:22:24 AM UTC-4, E

Re: [RBW] Best Riv for rear child seat?

The long chainstays of the Cheviot or Clem (and upcoming mystery bike?) make them the best candidates for a rear-mounted child seat. You want the seat as forward as possible to help the weight distribution, but as rearward as required to make room for your and your child's body. The low tube, mix

Re: [RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

MacAusland's lap blankets are a fave of mine. I have two, one from the mill itself, another from a sheep farm near Charlottesville, VA (Juniper Moon farm). I even use them in the hot humid summers here. Juniper Moon farm blankets are in limited supply, but MacAusland has a direct site (http://www.

[RBW] Best Riv for rear child seat?

I would also recommend checking out kid trailers. My kids have grown up riding in them. My 6 year old can ride on her own, but sometimes chooses to ride in the trailer. I have a burley which has been good. But if you are doing urban riding I would say stick with the rear mounted which are p

[RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

Goat Mohair from Canada. Very plush and warm. Somewhat more dear than Pendleton which is also a good choice. On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 12:26:26 AM UTC-5, mike gasparino wrote: > > Hey guys, > Been looking a buy a new wool blanket and

[RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

You have to know what you are looking for first . 1. What of grade of wool ? You can get "merino" grade to just "wool" that are downright harsh . 2. Exact size you are looking for. Queen/King/etc is not enough to know as every manufacturer varies on what that is. 3. color/pattern and

[RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

Faribault woolen mills. Check out the backstory. -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

Filson. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 11:26:26 PM UTC-6, mike gasparino wrote: > > Hey guys, > Been looking a buy a new wool blanket and been doing a little research but > I figured I would see if yall had any opinions in the matter. So far I'm > leaning towards the more

[RBW] Best Riv for rear child seat?

Cheviot. If you are mounting the seat on the rear, the lower top tube is key so that you can mout the bicycle comfortably. My city bike is a sloping, but not low, top tube and it is a pain to mount with the seat in the rear, with that weight up high and not being able to swing my leg over the

[RBW] Re: sheared off crank bolt

You should have no problem removing the bolt shank with an easy-out. Once the head is broken off the bolt, all tightening strain in the threads is relaxed. All that's left is the friction. You may even be able to remove it simply using a sharp drill bit and gently running the drill motor in

Re: [RBW] Best Riv for rear child seat?

I would vote for a front mount child seat. Much more interactive. On Saturday, August 1, 2015, Daniel Jackson wrote: > what frame do you all think would be best for a bike built specifically > for this purpose? > > Hunq, Cheviot? Good old Sam? Clem? > > -- > You received this message because you