Re: [RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

David, how I wish I could have seen it in person on my way through Fargo last week! I had my Betty and husband's Clem in tow as well. The blue is definitely my favorite Hubbah; I hope you ride many happy miles! And also, GO BISON! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] WTB: OG Burrito wrap

Hi Rivs, Anyone got a burrito wrap they could part with? The one from BITD that was just a piece of cloth. Please PM me if you've got ah extra. Seems a little silly to post looking for a piece of cloth, but it would be handy. Rory Point Arena, CA -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: Request for a safety review

I screwed a mini pump mount to the dowel of a saddlebag, too. Always in the bag, always accessible. Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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] Re: Can you Bunny hop a Rivbike?

That's great! It's the fun that will create the reward circuit to get you doing it enough to gain proficiency. I hop curbs and "jump" speed bumps every chance I get. I have no fear of you breaking those parts. I'm 230 lbs, and ride Schmidt hubs and Nitto bars off-road. Philip

Re: [RBW] Re: Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

Lesli, I still build basically with 8-, or 9-speed parts and friction shifters, although new Shimano road RD (105, Ultegra) can shift up to 32T now. I have several spare 9-speed LX/XT RD (standard or reverse pull) and a Suntour XC Pro FD if you need them. You can still find 9-speed Ultegra

Re: [RBW] Re: Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 4:17:31 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: > > “... annoying brake cables”? I could not disagree more. I think they’re > beautiful! > They aren't a very user-friendly design; those elegant arcs go right over the top of a rando bag, which I could imagine would be

[RBW] Re: Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

With a bit of lurking, it's possible to find old White 'tincan' hubs for about the same price as midrange modern Shimano; cheaper if they're sold as "for parts" (I picked up a couple of tincans for ~$25/ea and was able to rebuild them with another ~$15 in parts.) If you're looking for old

[RBW] WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

Classic geometry, canti brakes, nimble handling and classic looks? Dude you need to check out an all city space horse -- 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

Re: [RBW] What are Hubbuh tandem owners using for pumps?

Mini pump over frame fit pumps? If they work well then I'm willing to give one a try. Big fat 2.4" tires at well below 70# for sure. Thanks guys. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

IMO, SunTour are the best RD and Shimano the best FD, they can still be found with realistic prices, sometimes even NOS. . So I'll show my favorite drivetrains, which everyone else has seen. '74 Raleigh International Cyclone GT

Re: [RBW] 1.5 x N+1

Too big for a folder. Currently 6'5", 265. I would look and feel silly on a folder, I'm afraid--and few are rotated to take my weight, at least from what I've seen I'm my limited investigations online. I'm intrigued by a recent suggestion on the Blahg that Riv was working on some interesting

[RBW] Re: 4mm cable slips through drag brake arm clamp

What size cable are you all using with your friction shifters? Are you using 1.2 or 1.8/2.0 mm cables? I.e. are you using shifter cables or brake cables for the drag brake? On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 6:38:41 PM UTC-4, Ray Varella wrote: > > Call Paul and see if they have a suggestion. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

Drag brakes make really good parking brakes as well. I would probably use one even if I lived where it's flat. I thought I had a bunch of red housing but I couldn't find it. I sprung for the orange and a friend of mine had some orange powder so he coated the cages to match. It's a good

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

Cool. As an alum of the U of I, I endorse that fighting Illini blue-and-orange color scheme. Fargo is relentlessly flat, so our tandem does not have a disc brake installed. I had an early 80s tandem with a Phil Wood drum brake, but never needed to use it. David On Wed, Jul 19, 2017 at 6:29 PM,

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Hunqapillar (54 cm) complete bike

Love to have a Hunq or a Bomba. Seems like I'm in the grey area size wise. It's hard for me to believe that a 54 Hunq is my size. (5-11 and 86PBH). I usually write it off as being too small, then after it's sold I see that the buyer is approximately my size.. I still don't understand how a

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

Thanks. Yes, I am using a 3x8 drivetrain with some IRD silver shifters that I got from a list member. On Wed, Jul 19, 2017 at 6:02 PM, 'Beaverton Bob' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > That is a nice photo gallery of a beautiful bike. Now I want one too. > Need

Re: [RBW] Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

More about the Duopar: http://bikeretrogrouch.blogspot.com/2014/11/classic-equipment-huret-duopar.html Ignore the warnings about the derailleur wearing out quickly. Mine was used when I bought it, and I’ve put a fair number of miles on it with no ill effects. --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com

Re: [RBW] Re: Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

“... annoying brake cables”? I could not disagree more. I think they’re beautiful! https://instagram.com/p/BWqXDxQgPc8/ --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 19, 2017, at 4:03 PM, John Hawrylak wrote: > > For a long

Re: [RBW] Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

Lesli: I set up one of my bikes with a Huret Duopar Eco rear derailleur, which I believe the great Frank Berto once called one of the best derailleurs ever made. It’s a bike heavy and complicated, but it does in fact shift very well (although it’s not indexed). I paired it with a matching

Re: [RBW] Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 6:46:39 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > ..."nouns have gender, people have sexes" > Wow, true words of wisdom. They might have had problems teaching us that in pre-teen English class. Maybe they "invented" gender to avoid the problems > > John Hawrylak

[RBW] Re: Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

For a long cage RD, I suggest a Deore M591, 9 spd with ample chain wrap and less than $40. RD are very inexpensive compared to 20, 30 years ago, so why use old mechs when you can get technically superior RDs now that a inexpensive. I agree with the beauty of high flange hubs, but VO is the

[RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

That is a nice photo gallery of a beautiful bike. Now I want one too. Need to convince the wife! Thank you for sharing. One question: Is that an 8-speed cassette? Ride Safely, Beaverton "Now Really Wants A Hubbuhubuh" Bob On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 11:45:41 AM UTC-7, spru...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

Leslie: It all depends what you mean by "vintage." Some "vintage" bits are exorbitantly expensive -- Dura Ace 7410 brake lever hoods. Others are still very reasonable -- Shimano 600 levers. 9 speed LX derailleurs IME shift wonderfully; are those old enough to be "vintage"? 10 speed? 9? 8? 7?

[RBW] 4mm cable slips through drag brake arm clamp

Call Paul and see if they have a suggestion. I bought an Avid BB7 for mine, I got the one you adjust each pad independently, it works perfectly with a friction thumbshifter. It was easy to fine tune with the adjusters. Drag brakes make great parking brakes as well. Ray -- You received this

[RBW] 4mm cable slips through drag brake arm clamp

I'd call Mark at Riv..he's been setting up the drag brakes in pics I've seen. -- 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: FS: (bump, price drops, additional items) Nitto, Deerhead, Crust, Campy

SOLD/pending payment/claimed: Nitto RM013 bars XTR M910 derailleur BG fork -- 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] 4mm cable slips through drag brake arm clamp

Setting up the drag brake on my hubbuh and am findin that the 4mm shift cable I'm using pulls through the clamp on the caliper arm of my Paul Comp Klamper under high load - like braking. Any suggestions to remedy this? Perhaps a tapered washer or shim of sorts? Alternatively, what caliper are

[RBW] Crowd sourcing ideas for vintage parts for a new randonneuring rig (semi sort of WTB)

It's been awhile since I sourced parts for a new bike. I haven't done this since I ordered my custom Riv ages ago. Use: randonneuring Question: what's the current wisdom regarding classic long cage derailleurs, front derailleurs, rear hubs (freewheel or cassette), seatposts and shifts? Have

Re: [RBW] Re: the sunflower ride...

Thanks for the follow up Eunice. Best, Richard Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 19, 2017, at 4:04 PM, Eunice Chang wrote: > > > Richard- Yes, it is. It's an apparently vintage vegan one. > > Thanks for the nice comments :) > > -E. > > >> On Wed, Jul 12, 2017 at 10:34

Re: [RBW] Re: the sunflower ride...

Richard- Yes, it is. It's an apparently vintage vegan one. Thanks for the nice comments :) -E. On Wed, Jul 12, 2017 at 10:34 AM, RichS wrote: > Charming video and nice camera work! Thank you for sharing. > > In the opening sequence is that a Riv Xtra small saddle bag

[RBW] Re: How hot is too hot?

When it's too hot, you just know . These days I'm wearing a long sleeve Patagonia skin tight rashguard top(all black !) and swim trunks w/brief cut out. When it's really humid and hot, I just keep the top wet, and boy oh boy the cooling effect in the breeze is better than anything I have

Re: [RBW] What are Hubbuh tandem owners using for pumps?

Dammit. That should read, "sub 30 psi off road tires." On Wed, Jul 19, 2017 at 2:20 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > > > The Alloy Drive, fatter, and also in at least 2 lengths, is good for fat > tires: I used to use it for my 60+ mm, sub 20 psi off road tires. > > --

Re: [RBW] What are Hubbuh tandem owners using for pumps?

A Lezyne "mini" pump, from just over 6" to almost 10", depending on model. If your tires don't require more than 70 psi, then the Alloy Drive or Pressure Drive, in the length of your choice, will work fine and will fit in any saddlebag; the shorter versions will fit into the larger saddle wedges.

Re: [RBW] Re: How hot is too hot?

I agree with Lee; on the other hand, one goes through, or can go through, a physiological adaptation twice a year upon the change from hot to cold season and back, and what one can take in the way of heat and humidity after a week or 2 of adaptation is quite a bit more than what one feels on the

Re: [RBW] 1.5 x N+1

Of course it makes sense! How about nice folder? I bought my Hon Solo because I got a very good deal on it, but also because even for me, whose cars always have room inside for at least 1 bike, a folder is very useful. It rides well enough to be fun, and it's cheap enough to lock up outside (if

Re: [RBW] 1.5 x N+1

Just start with a cheap bike and your case doesn't need as much defense. Get a rigid MTB from the 90s for $100, add new tires and tune-up, and a basket. Let her borrow it for a couple trips to the store, and then you'll have approval for a second (maybe nicer) bike. On Wed, Jul 19, 2017 at 1:11

[RBW] Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

Hi. The orange, silver, and sage tandems seem to be well documented, but the blue ones are sadly neglected. Here are a few pictures of mine. There is nothing too radical about the build, but the Super Moto X tires push the capacity of the Motolite brakes.

Re: [RBW] Re: Request for a safety review

I started this mini project on Sunday, but quickly realized that it is not an option since I have canti brakes. That Topeak pump looks nice, btw. On Monday, 17 July 2017 11:15:20 UTC-7, Tim Butterfield wrote: > > That was a road morph mini pump and it included the mount pads. It was > similar

Re: [RBW] Re: Request for a safety review

Okay, I think the right move for me would be to zip-tie the pump to my tool/jacket/glove bag :) It's been a thousand or so miles since I started biking regularly. All kinds of surfaces, different types of tire, but not single flat so far. If this luck were to continue, the zip-tie would

[RBW] 1.5 x N+1

It's an ocean island. We now live about 4 miles from the water. The cottage is more like 400 yards. I've never had any issues with corrosion on steel bikes. Occasionally I mist them, or given a rubdown, with something called ACF-50, which was developed as an anti-corrosive for planes, I

[RBW] Re: 1.5 x N+1

I work 50 miles from where I sleep (so who can trust me?). I keep my Quickbeam (in 3spd mode) at my downtown office. It is my town bike. My rural bikes are way out in the county where I spend some of my time. I can tell you from experience that having a bike "there" is the only reasonable

[RBW] 1.5 x N+1

Extra bike(s), yes! What that bike may be depends on where the island is. Humid or arid? Hilly or flat? Salt air or lake? Sandy or loamy soils? Dehumidifier or air conditioning in the cabin? If the storage conditions aren't compatible with a good steel bike, I'd just buy some cheap

[RBW] Re: 1.5 x N+1

You have my permission to buy a new bike as soon as possible. I would suggest a Rivendell. On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 1:13:36 PM UTC-4, Jay Connolly wrote: > > We just put an offer in on a cottage (which will become the basis of a > retirement home down the line) on an Island 50 miles from

[RBW] 1.5 x N+1

Having just returned from a vacation that included day trips to two island communities of this kind, it absolutely makes sense to me. It would be stupid not to have at least one bike at each place you "live". If you are going to visit an address repeatedly, you should have a bike stashed there.

[RBW] Re: 1.5 x N+1

On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 1:13:36 PM UTC-4, Jay Connolly wrote: > > We just put an offer in on a cottage (which will become the basis of a > retirement home down the line) on an Island 50 miles from where we live and > work. I'm just now working out the logic to eventually explain to my

[RBW] 1.5 x N+1

We just put an offer in on a cottage (which will become the basis of a retirement home down the line) on an Island 50 miles from where we live and work. I'm just now working out the logic to eventually explain to my wife that this may mean I need another bike. Makes no sense, labor-wise, to

[RBW] Re: FS: New SKS/ESGE Commuter II Silver Fenders - B65 (700c)

Sold. On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 12:30:01 AM UTC-4, Michael Holloway wrote: > > 100% new, still in the packaging. Bought for a Clem that didn't work out > (the guy I passed it along to didn't want 'em). Local to Ann Arbor, > Michigan. $40 shipped. > -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: How hot is too hot?

I think everyone should take precautions when they cycle in hot humid weather. Just because you are fit does not mean your immune from the effects of hot humid weather. Either get outside early in the morning to ride or late evening rides and prepare for the weather at that time. Do not leave

[RBW] What are Hubbuh tandem owners using for pumps?

Mini pump inside a large sackville shopsack in my front basket. -- 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: Compass 584x42 knobby tires

I do not know whether or not a custom Rivendell 650b cross racer is in my future -- 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] What are Hubbuh tandem owners using for pumps?

As the header asks, what are you running for a pump and where did you place it? Nothing in my current arsenal is a good fit. For a data point, mine is a small frame model. Thank you, Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: WTB: MAP Ahearne bar (via Jay's Choco Norm vs Albas post)

I have MAP Ahearne bars with Ergon cork grips on my Cheviot and like them a lot. My L'avecaise frame has arrived and I'm planning to use Nitto Fairweather bars, like the Noodle but with less drop. But the MAP Ahearne may end up there too. You will need a shorter stem though. On Friday, July

Re: [RBW] Rear rack for the Hubbuh

i don't have any close ups, but you can look at @transitbikes on instagram for a pic of 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] Re: FS: Parts for Sale - Phil, Paul, Sugino, Riv, & Misc

Phil Wood hubset is 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Can you Bunny hop a Rivbike?

I think that the best way to practice is to do so on a flat road with no traffic. Ride at a comfortable pace, stand, position pedals at 3 and 9 o'clock, push down on pedals, then lift body and bar -- the result, one hopes, is that the entire bike, and not just the front wheel, will lift. Must try

[RBW] Re: How hot is too hot?

I'm also in the hot, humid south and I couldn't agree with you more on the MUSA attire matched with a Brooks saddle. The shorts provide good ventilation around the legs. Regards, Richard On Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 5:32:14 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: > > S. Texas here - if you don't like to ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Request for a safety review

Pump on my Rambouillet is frame fit, under the top tube. My commuter's pump is a shorter Topeak that came with one of those frame tube coped brackets that go under a mounted bottle cage. I zip-tied it to the lateral dowel inside my Nelson Longflap so it may always be present if needed but

[RBW] Re: Compass 584x42 knobby tires

And is that "someone" going to be you, Bill? On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 9:40:15 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I just saw an Instagram photo of prototype 584x42 Compass knobby tires. > It's time for somebody to order a custom 650b Legolas. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito Ca > -- You

Re: [RBW] Rear rack for the Hubbuh

Hi. Could you share a picture of your rack on the Hubbuhhubbuh? Thanks, David Sprunger Fargo, ND On Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 11:17 PM, Abcyclehank wrote: > 2nd the Surly rear rack. Worked perfectly on my end. Seemed logical and > well designed. A fat tire rack works so

[RBW] Compass 584x42 knobby tires

I just saw an Instagram photo of prototype 584x42 Compass knobby tires. It's time for somebody to order a custom 650b Legolas. 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