Re: [RBW] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

It sounds like the drive side drop out is fouling on the drive side of the axle, considering when the wheel is flipped everything lines up okay. IanA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

When I reverse the wheel, it sits pretty even in the middle, meaning i cant see a bias one way or the other. I’ll put this wheel in some other 135mm spaced bikes and see if it sits unevenly to one side. Im 99% positive that its in the dropouts correctly. Thanks for the help everyone!

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Hubs

Sinewave beacon. Expensive, but the only real light/charger that I'm aware of. -- 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] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

Is the axle seating properly in both drop outs? I've run into similar head scratchers before realising the drop out was slightly pinched meaning the wheel wasn't sitting evenly. Also, try reversing the wheel (cassette body to non drive side of frame). See if it still ends up biased to the

Re: [RBW] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

There is no reason to guess or speculate. When you put a rear wheel into a frame and it's obviously off-center like that, the thing to do is put it in again, flipped over. If it's off to the RIGHT when you install the wheel correctly and then off to the LEFT when you put it in backwards,

Re: [RBW] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

Looks to me like a wheel that was dished wrong. Reed 2017-11-29 20:39 GMT-08:00 Mike Williams : > > Hey Nash, here are some photos, no cassette on, so it rules that out. > Could be the dish of the wheel? > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Nov 29, 2017, at 7:40 PM,

Re: [RBW] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

Mike: The wheel in question should fit similarly in any other frame with same dropout spacing. If so, you can then just juggle some spacer / washers to center it. E.g., if it's 4 mm closer to one chainstay than the other, you need to move it 2 mm. It does seem odd that a wheel would be

[RBW] Re: Lessons in Singlespeeding

Great observations. 2 years ago my son and I visited the U.S. National Whitewater Center. In addition to natural and man-made whitewater, they have ropes courses and some very nice mountain bike trails. We hadn't expected to bike, so didn't bring ours -- but they rent Giant mountain bikes

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Hubs

Anyone have a reliable solution for actually powering a modern day iPhone? Seems all the stuff out there works for older iPhones at best? Or I need to buy an interim pack that will change it to DC current. Not sure if technology has caught up or I just need to suck it up and get what’s out

Re: [RBW] Lessons in Singlespeeding

Sheesh: I meant to say, *aerobic* rate. On Wed, Nov 29, 2017 at 8:45 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > ... you compensate by learning to pedal at very low cadences at anaerobic > rate. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Lessons in Singlespeeding

On Wed, Nov 29, 2017 at 7:27 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > > Single speeding has taught me to relax from extremely slow cadence pedaling > to extremely high cadence. I’ve learned to climb with an unweighted seated > position, doing repeated one-legged squats, my weight

[RBW] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

Axles have spacers, and cassettes have spacers. You need to explain more precisely what is happening tho. Maybe a picture will help. Your description doesnt make a lot of sense to me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] FS: Nitto Lugged S-84 Seatpost

To sweeten the pot, I'll throw in a pair of MKS Touring pedals. Used, original bag, dustcaps are scuffed, spin like butter. What more could you want to compliment your fancy seatpost!?!!? The seatpost is amazing BTW. If I had a use for it, I'd keep it. The $100 does include shipping, so a pretty

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

Being female, for my 83pbh, I bet I have shorter torso than most of the guys here. Even though my handlebars are quite swept back, I don't ride bolt upright, but have a little bit of a lean in. I'd think 84pbh would be just fine. If it's helpful, I did test ride a 50cm Sam and the Joe's size

[RBW] Re: Lessons in Singlespeeding

Just waiting for RBW to announce the single speed presale/sale to get back to this.. -- 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] Lessons in Singlespeeding

With several people interested in single speeding I thought I’d start this thread for tips and lessons we’ve learned single speeding (and fixed too, as I’ll soon be diving in). What have you learned, or are learning? I cover a lot of bits I learned here, in my review of the Quickbeam:

[RBW] Re: Pics of Jones SG 2.5 on Appaloosa

I think the Jones Bar looks much better with the grips designed for it and some tape to complement the frame. Pic below. On Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: Pics of Jones SG 2.5 on Appaloosa

Ty, bar-tape is inevitable. Our daytime temp is still in 60s. As soon as it dips, bar tap will appear automatically On Wednesday, 29 November 2017 13:10:41 UTC-5, Ty Smith wrote: > > Looks great! Really want one of those for my Xtracycle! > > Only thing I think you need to finish it off is a

[RBW] Re: Pics of Jones SG 2.5 on Appaloosa

Completely agree reg aesthetics. It can't match the clean elegant look of Nitto Dirt Drop + ChocoNORM/Albas It keeps bothering me. I try not to think about it :) On Tuesday, 28 November 2017 00:12:00 UTC-5, Stuart Lovinggood wrote: > > No doubt these are comfortable (I used to run Jones on

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

Ahhh to discuss fit, especially the horizontal., and only consider one's inseam, interesting concept. -- 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 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

I'm 79 PBH too and 51cm fits just perfect. I must add that: If you are considering a drop bar build, you need to be in the PBH range Bob B mentioned. For my height (and torso/arm length importantly) , even with a stem with very short extension, only fully swept back handlebars are

[RBW] Re: Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

I assume this wheel also sits closer to the right in the other frame you have? It may just need to be re-dished On Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 7:44:15 PM UTC-5, mkernan...@gmail.com wrote: > > Hey group, So i have an Atlantis frame, The wheelset I want to put in > it( xtr rear hub)

[RBW] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

Hey group, So i have an Atlantis frame, The wheelset I want to put in it( xtr rear hub) sits NOTICEABLY towards the right/ driveside chainstay when in the dropouts. When i take a wheel/ tire from another bike and put it in, it sits dead even in the middle. Both hubs are 135 spaced.

[RBW] Re: Jenny's bikes

Like you, Jenny, I take great comfort in my diagatube on my Hunqapillar and the stupid stuff I do/haul on it. With abandon, Patrick -- 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: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

That is a damn fine looking bike :) On Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 11:43:54 AM UTC-6, Nels Sorenson wrote: > > Here are some updated pics of current iteration Grilver Roadini. I'm > liking the Berthoud saddle and wider tires/rims. Ride is smoother, less > nervous and still fast with the

[RBW] Re: Jenny's bikes

Hey Jenny, you wrapped up a package for me today! Put my order in and Roman gave you my lugged stem to toss in the box. Anxious to see if you put a cute drawing on the outside of the box!  -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] FS - Nitto fillet bullmoose, Ahearne Map bar, Tektro levers, Carradice bag & support

Continuing the workshop purge... Riv spec Nitto Bullmoose, fillet brazed. Light use. Very good condition. $110 Ahearne Map bar, silver. 570 c-to-c width. Some scratches at clamp but very good condition. $35 Tektro FL750 levers, silver. Very good condition. I have 2 sets of these for sale.

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

I’m at 84 and have been considering this bike but don’t want to be on a too small frame. I am thinking the Clem H 52 will be a better fit. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

My current plan is to go as simple as possible. One gear. One gear only. 38x20 which is 52.5” and see how I do with that. I know I do fine hauling a 200# trailer on 6% climbs on asphalt with it, not sure how I do hauling 50# of gear/food/water in panniers on single track at altitude. Grin.

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

I'd widen the PBH range down to 78. I'm 79 and it fit me great. -- 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 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

That’s a beautiful bike! Thanks for the info. -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Soma Front Rack, Nitto Tallux Stem 10cm/25.4, VO Postino Handlebar Setup, Nitto B132 Bars, Sugino AT Triple Crankset

Sugino cranks and Tallux stem are spoken for. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

Patrick: what did you decide for the gearing, to achieve a 30" and a 60" (roughly) gear? I thought of one of the 2 speed kickback hubs, but you were looking for a 200% jump, and these have only ~137%. On Wed, Nov 29, 2017 at 2:37 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Patrick of the

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

Patrick of the Moore ... yes. That reverse adjustment from fixed to free is what has me anticipating switching the Hunqapiller if fixed is the bees knees. Coal Bee: Aye, I will wear me boiled wool knee socks and we’ll find out if they are spikey pedal proof as well as pit bull proof. Sardonic

[RBW] Re: 52cm Clemetine Build

A very nice build! Why hadn't I seen that trick of mounting the porteur rack fence upside down as a light guard? That's elegant. I'm lucky enough to have a local bike shop who love to braze protected light mounts on existing racks, but this is a nice and less expensive solution. /Jeremy On

[RBW] Re: FS: Soma Front Rack, Nitto Tallux Stem 10cm/25.4, VO Postino Handlebar Setup, Nitto B132 Bars, Sugino AT Triple Crankset

PM sent on the Tallux On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 1:24:01 PM UTC-5, David B wrote: > > Crickets on most stuff means I'm overpriced, at least for this time of > year... > Lowering prices on most items... > hanging on to the Betty fork for now, unless someone really wants it... > Assorted

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

There's the opposite adjustment, too: I've found that after a great deal of fixed riding, and getting back on a freewheel bike, that it takes a few hundred yards to get used again to actively moving your feet over crank top dead center; until you re-adjust, you, or at least I, tend to pedal in

[RBW] 52cm Clemetine Build

Pardon the fuzzy photo (dirty iPhone case): Frame: Black 52 cm curved stay Clementine (not to be confused with a PC Clem L, although I do wish it had the "man

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

80-84 -- 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: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

Thanks Rich, Those are DT Swiss R460 rims: 23mm outside, 18mm inside. Nels On Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 12:01:45 PM UTC-8, RichS wrote: > Nels, your Roadini looks great! What brand are the rims and how wide are > they (outside width). > > Tim, thanks for those revealing pictures of the

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

Joe, the dinglespeed Cheviot sounds terrific and happy to see you are reconsidering trying singlespeeding even with a big hill to climb. I have to keep fighting the urge to give this kind treatment to my Clem H since it's currently my only derailer equipped multispeed bike and I honestly

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

Looks like Soma makes a 23t fixed cog, so this totally is do-able, you'd just have to rotafix it onto the freewheel side - could add a BB lockring for fun. On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 9:18:23 PM UTC-6, David B wrote: > > Didn’t realize they made 23t freewheels. If you’re up for a

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

I managed to successfully convert an old Atom 6sp 14-28 freewheel to a 15/17 dingle freewheel on an old 12 speed frame to make a poor man's Quickbeam. The 15t sits flush with the outer edge of the freewheel body and on a 126mm spaced hub the chainline worked out to pretty much match the 47.5

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

> > > > Tim, thanks for those revealing pictures of the tire clearance on your > former Roadeo. Surprised you could fit a 38mm wide tire between the chain > stays. I guess the Open Pro rims are what. . . 20mm outside width? > > I’ve been building a Roadeo and max tire I can fit between the chain

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

Nels, your Roadini looks great! What brand are the rims and how wide are they (outside width). Tim, thanks for those revealing pictures of the tire clearance on your former Roadeo. Surprised you could fit a 38mm wide tire between the chain stays. I guess the Open Pro rims are what. . . 20mm

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

What PBH fits the 51cm? -- 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: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 29, 2017, at 12:43 PM, Nels Sorenson wrote: > > Here are some updated pics of current iteration Grilver Roadini. I'm liking > the Berthoud saddle and wider tires/rims. Ride is smoother, less nervous and > still fast with the Jack

[RBW] Re: FS: Two bags, and over-size bottle cages

Velo Orange Campagne bag is sold. Ortlieb bag and VO Mojave over-size bottle cages are still available. Thanks! On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 5:39:50 PM UTC-6, Tim Gavin wrote: > > Some items for sale Prices include shipping in the lower 48 states. > Contact me for more pictures;

[RBW] Re: Best Rack for a large saddlesack on a large frame?

Great, thanks y’all, this is very helpful. Wally, my saddle height is 85cm... see you on the ‘gram -- 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

Re: [RBW] FS: MUSA Splats, plus VO bottle cage and li'l bag

UPDATE: Everything is claimed/sold, except for the VO Moderniste bottle cage. $10 plus shipping. No one actually looks at email signatures anymore, but here goes nothing: http://urbanadventureleague.wordpress.com/ http://societyofthreespeeds.wordpress.com/

[RBW] Re: Jenny's bikes

It's so pretty! -- 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] Re: Jenny's bikes

it's the old legolas blue color. :) --jenny @ RBW On Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 12:41:46 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I was staring at the paint on the two-tuber, too. Royal Blue? Or is it > purple? I need to see it live in color, it's gorgeous. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Jenny's bikes

when folks ask why i have a second top tube my response is basically "why NOT have a second top tube?" i carry some bonkers loads on this bike and am relieved to know that it will stand up to anything i put it through. --jenny @ RBW On Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 12:18:16 PM UTC-7, Bill

[RBW] Re: Jenny's bikes

y'all are too sweet. --jenny @ RBW On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 9:41:20 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Speaking of style (which I was on the "What is Rivvish" thread but I > accidentally deleted instead of sending and didn't try again), does anyone > have more bike style than Jenny? The

[RBW] Re: Best Rack for a large saddlesack on a large frame?

I can get a pic a med & lg Saddlesack atop a Pletscher rack on my 64 Atlantis. Give me a day or so. Might even be tonight. I'll post it up on IG and tag you on it. CHEERS! Wally "sailing a DTT Atlantis on any day is the Sea of Tranquility" in Maine On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 9:13:05

[RBW] Re: Pics of Jones SG 2.5 on Appaloosa

Looks great! Really want one of those for my Xtracycle! Only thing I think you need to finish it off is a bit of bar-tape, twine and shellac! ;) Ty On Monday, November 27, 2017 at 5:39:59 PM UTC-8, Ash [who works to bike] wrote: > > Like every other alt bar in I've ever seen/heard of, Jones

[RBW] Re: Best Rack for a large saddlesack on a large frame?

I also have a 95 pbh and ride a 62 in both a Sam and Appaloosa. The short answer is that I wouldn't worry too much about the height of the rack in relation to the bottom of the saddlebag. I have a Medium Saddlesack used with an R-14 rack. When I first put the bag on while empty it looked like

[RBW] Re: FS: New Ocean Air Cycles Docena Mk II Demi-Porteur Bag

Bump - Reduced to $250 shipped Great deal on a great bag! Brand new, never used. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

o* I think a nice, light, 2-speed candy apple red Cheviot would be really sweet:* *I think so , too Joe. I can't wait to see it...Ryan in Winnipeg* On Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 3:17:02 AM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Well now y'all got me thinking (this will be a slight thread

[RBW] Re: Best Rack for a large saddlesack on a large frame?

Thanks for the responses. WETH, your photo is helpful. I will use it as a reference point when I get home today. Isaac -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Jones H bend bar, Nitto Randonneur bar, Nitto Noodle Bar, Silver DT shifters, Brooks C17s saddle

Jones bar and randonneur bar sold. On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 9:33:43 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > ibob xpost. > > Jones H Bend bar > - $35 > plus shipping > > Nitto Randonneur B135 >

[RBW] Re: re bar-end shifters on dirt-drop handlebars

I am riding 46 cm Salsa Cowchippers on my new Ti Fargo. I do most of my riding in the drops, so I set the bars where I want them and stick the shifters in the ends. The flare out just like the bars, and I always know where they are. On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 9:30:06 AM UTC-6, Jim S.

[RBW] Re: Best Rack for a large saddlesack on a large frame?

I really like the Pletscher"Clem" rack. They aren't the prettiest piece of equipment but they sure work well. The mousetrap is handy when I'm using the Hunq around town and stabilizes the Large Saddlesack beautifully. Marc On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 9:13:05 PM UTC-5, Birdman wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Jones H bend bar, Nitto Randonneur bar, Nitto Noodle Bar, Silver DT shifters, Brooks C17s saddle

Forgot to mention h bars are 660mm. On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 9:33:43 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > ibob xpost. > > Jones H Bend bar > - $35 > plus shipping > > Nitto Randonneur B135 >

Re: [RBW] Carrying Sackville Off-Bike

Scott, that's a smart solution! On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 5:50 PM, scott wrote: > I attach my small pump to the saddle straps and carry it kind of like a > briefcase. Works great for me. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >

Re: [RBW] Best Rack for a large saddlesack on a large frame?

Yes, there could be a lot of vertical space between the rack and saddle with a 95 pbh. But, the large saddlesack is LARGE. I bet it would fill up that space with bag to spare. You could add in the Nitto saddle bag quick release

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

It looks like Centaur is new this summer, so maybe it's just not widely available yet. I can't see myself buying new Campagnolo, but I respect their quality and that they keep making a couple silver gruppos. My Riv (97 Road Standard) is still on its original Racing Triple BB and crankset (with

Re: [RBW] Re: My new Fairweather handlebar bag via Blue Lug via Rivendell

I have a very similar Revelate Harness and add-on pocket, and it's a great setup that's easy to mount on many different bikes/bars. Mine is an earlier model that uses the same type of foam spacers as Bill's new

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

( I meant to say R-539 brakes on both of the above instances - not 533 ) -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

I'm curious about Don's comments regarding tire clearance. Does the Roadeo really have more chainstay clearance than the Rambouillet? It sure doesn't look like it in the last thumbnail image currently on the website. I'm also not sure this is the critical area - I would have guessed that the

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

I LOVE my 51 cm Joe A. It rides like a dream without being sluggish. If anyone is seriously considering Andrew's bike but first wants to see it in its actual size, please PM me off list. Mine is the 2016 version. I'm Philadelphia. Roberta On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 6:39:16 PM

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

Well now y'all got me thinking (this will be a slight thread diversion). I'm not quite ready for fixed, but Will @ Riv is big on 2-speeds on vertical dropouts with a chain tensioner. My soon to be here Cheviot was going to get the electric treatment, but I've decided to do a different bike next