[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

I also have a brompton with the large touring bag that I use for my commute. I was able to set it up almost identically to my Hillborne. It can be a little twitchy but you learn that smooth steering is all in the lean. I also feel that it's about 20% more work than the Hillborne because of

Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Well done for all involved. He may need a blue banana sack to go with those blue mudflaps. One caveat, if it's the only one left, don't. I'm still deciding between the blue and the gray! Looking forward to the photos. john On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 12:10:40 PM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding

[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

I've had so many similar experiences. One time Vince gave me a B,B,H patch because he remembered that we did a ride there on their last day as they were closing the store. I went there last week with the intent of buying a new brake hanger since mine was stripped. Instead, Vince just grabbed

[RBW] Billie Bar initial review

in case anyone's curious. i bought some billie bars, and already have some miles on them. i didn't know these were coming out but i was checking the site periodically for the wavie bar and found these. i'm still gonna get the wavie bar for my hunqapillar but was happy to see these imho improved

[RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

This is fantastic! Thanks, Kellie. I live in Niles and have been looking for a good route up the bay. This looks perfect. John On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 6:56:21 PM UTC-7, Kellie wrote: > > Justin, here's the link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27535193 > Fruitvale BART to Coyote

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

That is a great deal on the bike Friday tandem in Bismarck, ND. Since he is selling his parents, I don’t think the seller understands the value. I had a bike friday takedown tandem that went into travel cases. It rode fine, but didn’t have the complete feel like a “regular size” bike. The

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: favorite tires?

But I’m not in an urban setting. 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 from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: favorite tires?

Compass Stelacooms for trails, all else, Barlow Pass. 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 from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: favorite tires?

Thanks guys. I definitely need to run fenders much of the year in PDX and I have. A set of SKS p50s that will do the trick with 38mm tires. I’m intrigued by the Gravel Kings. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

Thanks, John! I like your Quickbeam, and the whole idea of running a fixed gear -- what gearing does it have? On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 8:34:20 PM UTC-4, John G. wrote: > > Jeff! I’ve had a few hundred wonderful miles because you put this Beam > back in the wild! I hope you found one your

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: favorite tires?

I have 38mm Voyageur Hypers on two sets of wheels on my Quickbeam, and I like them. I like my Compass and RocknRoads better on other bikes (the RnRs do squeak through the QB chainstays), but the Voyageurs seem fine for commuting. 38mm tires seem like the sweet spot with fenders. You might try

[RBW] Quickbeam: favorite tires?

38mm schwalbe g-ones are fantastic on a Quickbeam, and they're relatively inexpensive -Kai BKNY -- 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] Quickbeam: favorite tires?

In a recent thread, Wally and others were singing the praises of Jack Browns on their Quickbeams. I have always run Paselas on mine, starting with 32s, then 38s, and now the 35s that came on a new to me QB. Paselas do the job for my urban, commute oriented riding, and I feel strangely

Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

I'm so happy for Mr. D! Thank you for sharing the story. And thank you for doing this!! On Friday, 18 May 2018 12:10:40 UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Thank you all for your warm regards! I felt so happy to be among > like-minded folks who know the thrill of a very first

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

Hello Kelly, I'm very interested in your Roadeo should you decide to sell it. I have a single speed Brompton which I would include in the deal if it helps! Thanks, JohnS On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 5:45:40 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote: > > I’m looking at a bike Friday tandem and a bike Friday

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

I bought my Atlantis, albeit used, after my Trek 720 was stolen. Bummed my Trek was stolen but then I wouldn’t have my Atlantis had it not been. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Boy! Talk about "things always work out for the best" . If I could of had a sister... Well I'd want one like you! -- 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] Nitto R14 in front, mounting options

Hi all, I'm thinking about mounting an R14 on the front of my bike, however this one does not have the top of fork braze-ons. Has anyone come up with a creative way to mount these on a fork without the newer braze-ons? The 'arms' that come out of the back of this rack come out at the same

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Thanks for sharing. In the meantime, I will continue to work on my relatives and their bicycle choices... --Ed C. On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 10:26:49 PM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her > husband's old

Re: [RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

Love the simplicity of the green Ram in the ferns. Very nice! On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 12:40:43 PM UTC-7, Tommy Patterson wrote: > > Great photos everyone. Here's my Ram down in Southern Mississippi. I made > my first post about this bike a few months ago and I love how it rides! > > I am

[RBW] MIT Atlantis frames have arrived at RBW

Got a voice mail from Dave that the frames are in and will begin shipping soon. :-) -- 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] Ram in the Dirt

Good to know. I did think that my Ram with Kojaks had plenty of room left under the fenders. If that Ram could have 650B X 55s (same 700 mm diameter as 700C X 35) ... now that would have been a nice bike! On Fri, May 18, 2018 at 2:37 PM, Jock Dewey wrote: > Hey, Patrick: >

Re: [RBW] Ram in the Dirt

Hey, Patrick: I was playing around with my RAM the other day and discovered Compass 35s easily fit just fine with SKS 45mm mudguards. This on Open Pro rims, however. Decided 35s just didn't work aesthetically for me, however. Fashion has consequences, right? So went with 32s instead. Perfect

Re: [RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Ahhh, the anticipation! Breathlessly waiting for the pictures. Sounds like a great looking, well equipped Clem. Congratulations to D and kudos to you for making it happen. Best, Richard Sent from my iPhone > On May 18, 2018, at 3:53 PM, phil k wrote: > > Nice! I think

Re: [RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

Garth, Bombadils are one of my faves too - even though I don’t own one. When I discovered Rivendell it was the model that had a lot of appeal for me. Loved the name, the head badge, the top tube lug and it’s stoutness. For some time they had an unpainted prototype for sale that was a bargain.

Re: [RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

Thanks; very interesting photos. Funny, in the first photo, with the seatpost all the way down, the tires look as if they're at least 40-somethings. My Hon Solo has nominal 35s, actual 32s (406 X 1.35 Kojaks) and I've ridden it once or twice on the acequia roads near my house; but our soil is so

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Nice! I think D will enjoy it! Nothing better than seeing the cat on a giant cardboard box. I just unboxed my Hillborne, and I was annoyed by how long it took to pull away the packaging, but then remembered it was for the best as my bike came in tact without a scratch! On Friday, May 18, 2018

[RBW] Re: Romulus rear derailleur hanger

Thank you Joe and Jeremy, That is exactly what it has! I did not know about those. I will contact Wheels Manufacturing and see if they have some additional advice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Garth's most very happiest pun! On Fri, May 18, 2018 at 6:35 AM, Garth wrote: > Well. there's no "time" like the present . you know The > Present ! > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

I have no build advice, but I do say that (1) I wish I had the income of an attorney at a big firm, and (2) that I had nice family to take some of that money and buy me a nice Rivendell (I'd choose a Roadeo). I'll watch this thread for developments. Besides the build (and the statutory photos),

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

Mine would be the Bombadil ! Hip hip hoooray for the Bomba ! ! It's my all-arounder . It's also the still the only production Riv that fits me "just right" , and not that stack and reach are included in the geo chart I can see why. I really like parallel and diagonal TT's

Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Thank you all for your warm regards! I felt so happy to be among like-minded folks who know the thrill of a very first Rivendell. Also in my inbox was a note from Christopher Murray, resident of God's Country (that's North Dakota, where I also hail from), enclosing his Hail Mary credit for use

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Quickbeam - Orange - Complete

The 58cm QB has been sold Thank you -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

Mark—No worries! That storm damage looked pretty extensive. Always like to hear how things are upstate. Miss it! Don't so much miss getting rides back to Brooklyn with my cousin doing 80 on the Taconic... On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 3:58:50 AM UTC-7, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Hey Matt, didn't

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Red Rodeo Complete bike $2400

The Roadeo is sold. Thanks! On Tue, May 15, 2018 at 7:47 PM, Dan McNamara wrote: > Continuing my purge of bikes that need to be ridden and currently are not. > > 57cm Hot Red Rodeo > > This bike was a demo bike at RBW built up by Mark. It has not seen many > miles. > >

[RBW] Re: Romulus rear derailleur hanger

Yes, I would agree that somebody stripped the derailleur hanger, then a Wheels Manufacturing "Dropout Saver" was installed to fix it: https://wheelsmfg.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=dropout+saver The simplest solution would be to use the derailleur high limit screw to lock out the smallest cog.

Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Wonderful story! Thank you for sharing. Your brother in law will eventually say to himself: “wish I had discovered Rivendell sooner”. Just remember to lock it up at night! You made my day as well:-) Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Romulus rear derailleur hanger

It sounds like somebody stripped the original threaded hole, then installed something in it to screw the derailer into. Definitely a repair. -- 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] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Congratulations! If you want an Riv-appreciative shop in Minneapolis to receive, assemble, and tune the Cheviot, give One on One cycle studio a try. It's at 110 Washington Avenue downtown, near the sports arenas and Fulton brewery. One on One is run by Gene

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

My first Rivendell was an orange cant Sam Hillborne and I loved it set up with Noodles, 650b freewheel Rivy hub and dyad wheels, and bar end shifters. At that time I ordered an orange Roadeo that I set up with Shimano Ultegra 6800 group with some Rolf Vigor wheels. That bike was fast and comfy

[RBW] Romulus rear derailleur hanger

I am trying to get my red, S coupler-equipped Romulus on the road again. I have posted here before, looking for decals for it, (no luck). The problem is that the chain hits the derailleur hanger when it is on the smallest cog. (9 speed). I looked at it and there is a metal, hex head bushing

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

I too have Brompton that I ride almost daily. It exceeded my expectations in pretty much every way - especially comfort and ride quality. I’m 6’3” with a pbh around 93. I’ve tricked mine out with various aftermarket bits to make it lighter and shinier. Highly recommended -- You received

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Single Speed/Dynamo Wheelset. Velocity Atlas, White Industries, Shimano Dynamo, Compass SBH Tires

Hmmm, i sent you a PM, but i don't see it as existingi would like the rear wheel please, Ron On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 3:18:21 PM UTC-4, David B wrote: > > It is not Eccentric - standard ENO. I was using a rear derailleur as a > tensioner, thus it worked perfectly with a 16/18 DOS

[RBW] Re: GDMBR with Adventure Cycling

Yes! So I actually decided to purchase my Appaloosa while riding from Banff to Whitefish last summer on a converted rig that blew out 3 spokes on the rear wheel about 40 miles north of the Canadian border. Long story but it's incredible an incredible trip. One of the best experiences of my

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

What a great story with a happy outcome. Since it's approaching mid-day in the Twin Cities, I assume the deal is done. With all of these people being asked not to buy the bike, and of course cooperating, I think you may have created a conspiracy. But since your BIL is an attorney, he can

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

What a great story!!! Thanks for sharing. It put a smile on my face. :) Josette On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:26:49 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her > husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from

[RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

Thanks for the route, Kellie I'll report back when I follow it. :-) BL in EC On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 6:56:21 PM UTC-7, Kellie wrote: > > Justin, here's the link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27535193 > Fruitvale BART to Coyote Springs. Both Union City and Fremont BART not far > from

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

love your stories and influence peddling. If one's going to lose a bike, forgetting it by fawning over SO and dog is excusable... or should be. Clem-it-up. shoji Arlington MA On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:26:49 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Today started out with an early

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I can’t believe you said FS posts instead of bartering. Bickering, bartering and ride reports. Get your consonance in gear. -J -- 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] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

I think you should get extra Riv credits! Wow - lucky brother in law!! This put a smile on my face and it’s not even my bike - happy Friday all. Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

Last year I was going to be making my first trip to Riv HQ. It was a couple of months away, but I called because the head badge on the Hilsen was gone, and I wanted to make sure they had one I could buy and pick up when I came out. Will said, "You can't ride a Hilsen without a head badge for

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

One in the mail box, one in the Roadini frame box. Laing Cocoa, FL > > -- 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: GDMBR with Adventure Cycling

Hi Bill, Ah, got it on the ACA tourMy wife and I have never been up in the Canadian Rockies by bicycle so it will be a "first-time" experience for us. From Mexico to Butte, MT we had the good fortune to see all the riders headed southbound. We saw ALL kinds of bikes on the Divide. Many

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Well. there's no "time" like the present . you know The Present ! The Gift.For-Ever-Present  The Gift that keeps giving and giving and giving . never ending and never beginning  The Happiest Trail of All . the one be-fore "getting there" the one

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Fantastic! You may want to buy the bike online so it’s clearly yours, then call in for the details. 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 from it,

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Reporting in from the Hudson Valley Region of New York State. Catalog arrived 05/17/18 at approximately 1515. About to open and peruse while eating breakfast. Comments forthcoming. Over. On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 11:49:59 PM UTC-4, Richard Rios wrote: > > Mine arrived yesterday...must say

[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

Hey Matt, didn't mean to derail or hijack your post with stormy tales and old bikes! That Ram is a beauty. Beacon has undergone some big changes in the last few years. If you're ever back this way, give a holler! On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 7:39:01 PM UTC-4, Matt wrote: > > Mark—Oh, wow! My

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

This is great! Looking forward to more of the story...and of course pix when it's time. Good luck and have fun shopping! On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:26:49 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her > husband's old

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

I know of at least one lister (Anton) over at iBob who loved his Bike Friday tandem but traded it in for a Haul-a-Day when the kids got bigger. Think I have that right. On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 8:33:57 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote: > > Thanks for all the comments! Buying new they have stated