[RBW] Re: Cycling After Heart Valve Replacement

2018-06-05 Thread dougP
By all means, avoid blood thinners if at all possible. Regarding heart arrhythmias, read Leonard Zinn's "The Haywire Heart", detailing his personal battles as well as those of others who developed various rhythm problems. The book gets into much more detail than a typical internet search

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
Just re-read: 21 1/2 with sus fork and knobbies. Still ... On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 10:35 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > And that's with a suspension fork. I'm not sure if I should feel envious > or not. But 19 lb -- my "gofast" fixie road bike weighs 18.1. The > difference is principally all that

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
And that's with a suspension fork. I'm not sure if I should feel envious or not. But 19 lb -- my "gofast" fixie road bike weighs 18.1. The difference is principally all that carbon fiber, I guess. On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 3:46 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Lots of light stuff, including lots of

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
Has there been careful testing of this, ie internal pressures pushing out the wax and, for that matter, all lubes, and wet lubes flowing back in? At any rate, I seem to be getting as good chain mileage, if not better, with Molten wax as with "dry lubricants" - Pro Link, Purple Extreme, Orange Seal

[RBW] Re: Cycling After Heart Valve Replacement

2018-06-05 Thread PG
I'm leaning towards the pig valve to avoid taking blood thinners for the rest of my life...but I will ultimately leave up to my cardio guy. I have atrial flutter, although it seems to have gone away in the last 6 months. Let's pencil in some time together. I'm going to be very busy with the

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

2018-06-05 Thread Adam in Indiana
> "NO TOP TUBE THERE TO BONK YOUR YOO-HOO" I had a good laugh at this one, too. ^_^ And I'll chime in with everyone else; I love the catalog, fantastic work! It captures the spirit and feel of browsing the website, but with a wonderfull tactile feel! -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: PSA: 60cm orange Rambouillet complete $1450

2018-06-05 Thread iamkeith
I lack the language to describe ride characteristics well, but I have both a 60 Ram and a 60 Quickbeam - so close enough. I'll say that, despite theIR similarities on paper, the subtle differences make them feel like very, very different bikes. I'll also say that I would never, ever sell

[RBW] Re: Cycling After Heart Valve Replacement

2018-06-05 Thread dougP
Paul: My brother has an artificial valve & continues to cycle, with his drs blessing. The blood thinners to limit output such that it's impossible to make a hard effort. Low gears allow him to continue cycling and doing hills, just more slowly than before. Best of luck with the procedure.

[RBW] Cycling After Heart Valve Replacement

2018-06-05 Thread PG
It looks like I'm going to have my aortic heart valve replaced later this summer. (I'm 65.) Has anyone here had that procedure? If so, were you able to continue cycling? And, did you choose a bio (pig) or artificial valve? Thanks in advance. Paul Gross Paso Robles, CA -- You received this

[RBW] PSA: 60cm orange Rambouillet complete $1450

2018-06-05 Thread ilter saygin
Hi everyone, My SimpleOne with Albatross bars turned out to be a great commuter and a very nice riding fun bike. That makes me want to try a drop bar Rivendell. But I won't mess with my SimpleOne. This orange Rambouillet looks very attractive! I wonder gow it compares to bikes I already have.

[RBW] Re: Flat Bottom Backpack

2018-06-05 Thread Dave S
My EDC is a TOPO mini mountain that I'm really happy with. They have a few flat bottom choices. https://topodesigns.com On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 2:00:54 PM UTC-4, Dave Grossman wrote: > > I just sold my Green Guru so that I can fund a new bag for my wife. She > needs a new multi-use bag

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread Benz, Sunnyvale, CA
How are you sure the wear particles and sand aren't from the exterior of the chain? Those can stick to the oil, but do nothing functional except gather at the bottom of your beaker during ultrasonic cleaning. The issue with wax is that it does not replenish itself once displaced by the

Re: [RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

2018-06-05 Thread Joe Bernard
I can't speak for Grant (obviously) but my eye for what looks "right" has changed drastically in the last 5-10 years. Heck, it's changed just since the Cheviot came out, which was, what, three years ago? It was cool in the original orange, but I still kinda saw a "girl's bike" when I looked at

[RBW] Re: Hubbabubba Frame For Sale

2018-06-05 Thread M G
A rooftop tandem carrier makes a big difference. Though we can easily fit our medium hubbah into our honda fit (front wheel off / seat posts out] / front seat down. Re going around turns, i have found this to be a super maneuverable tandem, despite it's length [this is tandem #5 for us [in

[RBW] Re: FS: 62 Rambouillet 745$ complete bike ebay

2018-06-05 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
The starting bid was $1. It currently has 18 bids and is at $745 with 5 days and change till end of auction. Yes, the *subject line* is misleading, unless at one point there was a Buy It Now at that price, although the BIN goes away, I believe after the first bid is placed. A blue Ram

Re: [RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

2018-06-05 Thread MartyG
I thought only Protovelos had testicals? Production bikes got the permacals. Grant, I’m interested in your current view of bike aesthetics. I think RR 35 (30 something anyway) outlines what you felt was “Not the last word in bicycle looks”, and you remention a few details in the new catalog.

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Eric Daume
To convert from a sus fork to rigid, you need to figure out the sagged length of your fork. You can estimate it by measuring the unsagged length, then subtracting ~30% of your fork's travel. That's the new axle-to-crown measurement you should shoot for to keep the handling similar. Then just make

[RBW] FS: 1984 Univega Gran Turismo 54cm. 700c with good clearances. spectacular condition.

2018-06-05 Thread Drw
Ehhh Don’t quote me. It’s been a while. As I recall 38’s (the little big bens in the pics), without fenders, fit with room, but probably couldn’t go bigger with fenders. I vaguely remember thinking 43’s would be fine without fenders. Never fully pushed it to tire rubbing on frame. Great

[RBW] Re: Ottolock Initial Reviews???

2018-06-05 Thread christian poppell
I purchased one from the fine folks at Rivendell shortly after I made the initial post. Over the last week or so I have used it daily. *Things I like (:* 1. It is light weight! 2. Seemingly better than a cable lock or a intricately wrapped and tied Johns Irish Strap 3. I like that

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

2018-06-05 Thread Karl
That’s what started me down the rabbit hole Edwin! Good eyes. They rent her. Wouldn’t name a price. Been enjoying the Hubba around town! Karl -- 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: Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread Ron Mc
this is really simple. If you want a clean dry chain to put in your molten speed wax, use denatured alcohol last On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 7:59:23 AM UTC-5, eddietheflay wrote: > > the guy in the kitchen vid did not say anything about the alcohol step > after cleaning his new chain in

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Bill Lindsay
Lots of light stuff, including lots of carbon. It weighs 21 pounds right now with Thunder Burts (not the lightest variant) and a Fox 32 shock. If I swapped out the Fox shock for my Niner RDO carbon rigid fork, that would drop about a 1-1/2 pounds, and I'm guessing the tires would drop a bit

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
Thanks, Keith. Can anyone describe the differences (in excessive detail) between the lightest, bestest Big One (450 grams) and the ditto G One? How do the Super Motos differ, besides weight? Beefier casings? On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 3:17 PM, iamkeith wrote: > Patrick, as far as I know, the G

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread iamkeith
Patrick, as far as I know, the G Ones, Big Ones and Super Motos are all slightly different, and represent an evolutionary sucession of the same "beach racing" balloon tire concept. Each has replaced the other. My super motos won't wear out, so that's the only one I've tried. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Belopsky
Now I am just being silly, but what things do I need to look for to see if I can put a rigid fork on my Santa Cruz? > > -- 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: Question off topic mostly

2018-06-05 Thread Edwin W
Karl, Halcyon Bikes on 12th South had one of those out front in the last few months. You might check to see if it is still there. I think it was on consignment. Edwin On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 3:53:38 PM UTC-5, Karl wrote: > > Congratulations Chris! Looks fun! Let me know if it doesn’t

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

2018-06-05 Thread Karl
Congratulations Chris! Looks fun! Let me know if it doesn’t work out. I have been pondering travel bikes lately! Karl Nashville, TN -- 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: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
19 lb? How did you manage that? 19 lb is about 10 lb less than my Matthews weighs (tho' the 31 lb of the M includes full dyno lighting and a bulky Revelate frame bag with stuff in it, and a SQR block on the seatpost). You've probably posted photos of this bike before, but a reminder would be

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Bill Lindsay
I would totally run these on my 29" mountain bike, with a rigid fork. That bike would be around 19 pounds. Imagine how fast that would be BOMBING down Mt Diablo, for example. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 8:48:35 AM UTC-7, Neil Doran wrote: > > Just when you

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
John: Please report quickly and thoroughly on your experience with the (non-EL) Antelope Passes. Edwin: Interesting: Jim G's Trail Calculator has a tire variables (bsd, width) function, and I use the site more to find overall wheel diameter than to figure out trail. In any event, you have to go

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Edwin W
Neil wrote: "I seem to recall Jan stating that 700c tire fatness is optimal at about 35mm, and that going wider is...sub-optimal?" I have seen Jan's writing on optimal size (it seems like for him 650b at 42), but he knows other people have different needs, either due to human size, frame size,

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread John Phillips
I ordered a pair for my Hunqapillar in the standard casing. I love the Barlows & Snoqs, so I was too curious about these to wait and see what people had to say. John On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 8:48:35 AM UTC-7, Neil Doran wrote: > > Just when you thought Compass was out of fat-tire ideas,

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Matt
> I wish Schwalbe would hire a competent web designer and get all the model > variants with all the relevant information in one place. > +1 forever on this sentiment -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
The stuff collects at the bottom of the crockpot and, if you exercise sufficient care and don't stir up the wax when you remove the chain, I daresay it stays on the bottom and leaves only clean wax to penetrate the innards of the chain. I'm still on the same 1 1/2 pint of mineral spirits I first

Re: [RBW] Re: Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
Dave has a hyper-thorough chain maintenance method, but Molten Wax works well with less caring regimens, too. I thoroughly cleaned my chain before the original waxing, per the company's instructions (mineral spirits and hot water and detergent), but thereafter I've just removed the chain (still

Re: [RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread KevinS
Hey Tim, please let me know if they fit your BMC monster cross. I was thinking the exact same thing! Thanks. Kevin On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 12:23:01 PM UTC-5, Tim O. (Portland, OR) wrote: > > I already ordered a set! Going to try these on my black mountain Monster > cross since I'm guessing

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
Keith: Are the G-Ones the same except in name to the Big Ones? The Supermotos seem to be beefier (half again almost as much as the lightest Big Ones), or do these also come in a very lightweight model? I see that they do come in a 406 bsd size -- just what I need for the Hon Solo -- except Jan is

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Philip Williamson
Fitting a Quickbeam would require them to be pretty darned undersized. Could happen. Philip Santa Rosa, CA On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 12:01:06 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > Interesting that the description specifically describes them as a tire for > 'transforming your 29er mountain bike.'

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread ascpgh
Oh man, I just pulled my old Karate Monkey out in the basement yesterday afternoon to start talking up my neighbor's son's summer of the bike. Once I get him all dialed in and see whether he clicks with cycling I might have to get a set of those. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Tuesday, June 5,

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread iamkeith
Interesting that the description specifically describes them as a tire for 'transforming your 29er mountain bike.' That's not unlike the original 26x1.75 'compass' tires. I don't think Jan had any delusions of them fitting many existing road bikes, but I'm sure some customs will follow.

Re: [RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 12:31 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > I’ve been eyeing these since Jan teased them a while back and I may well > give them a try on the Hunqapillar. However ... ThunderBurt 2.1” LiteSkin > weigh 435g. Antelope Pass weigh 465g. So Compass’ weigh a bit more, and I’m > uncertain

[RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Deacon Patrick
I’ve been eyeing these since Jan teased them a while back and I may well give them a try on the Hunqapillar. However ... ThunderBurt 2.1” LiteSkin weigh 435g. Antelope Pass weigh 465g. So Compass’ weigh a bit more, and I’m uncertain for the riding I do the increased suppless will be a factor

Re: [RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

2018-06-05 Thread Grant Petersen
Originally I had "testicals," (in that use it was referring to men), then that became the proper spelling, "testicles," then Kim (the woman on the cover of the '94 Bstone cat), was helping with proofing and judgment calls, said to go with yoo-hoo, which I'd never heard of. In my circle, we call

Re: [RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
I'll be very interested to hear how they compare with the G One. On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 11:23 AM, Tim O. (Portland, OR) < timothycharles...@gmail.com> wrote: > I already ordered a set! Going to try these on my black mountain Monster > cross since I'm guessing they'll run small on my dyads. If

Re: [RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Tim O. (Portland, OR)
I already ordered a set! Going to try these on my black mountain Monster cross since I'm guessing they'll run small on my dyads. If they're too big, I'll use them on my proto-Appaloosa. I've got the Schwalbe g ones on their now, so it'll be interesting to compare. Tim "just spent lots of $ on

Re: [RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 8:48 AM Neil Doran wrote:. > > I can't imagine many non-disc-brake frames fitting these monsters, but I > wonder if I could squeeze them into my Sam with sidepull 559s. It will only > cost me a small fortune to find out. > I would be shocked (shocked, I say!) if this tire

Re: [RBW] FS: 59 Clem H Frame/Fork/Headset - Grilver

2018-06-05 Thread Virgil Staphbeard
Haha I now know who outbid me! On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 9:26:38 AM UTC-4, Eric Daume wrote: > > Dang, I just bought a scratched up green frameset from eBay. The grilver > is a nicer color. Though I like the mustard of the Clem I sold last year > best of all. Go figure. > > Eric > > On

Re: [RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
"I seem to recall Jan stating that 700c tire fatness is optimal at about 35mm, and that going wider is...sub-optimal? Maybe he will chime in here." FWIW, I used to have a second, 35 mm (Kojaks) wheelset for my Fargo (the main wheelset had 60 mm Big Apples) and the handling did improve, for that

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Yes, these would definitely fit a 700c Clem and I'd be inclined to give them a try if my budget permitted it. I have not tried Compass tires yet but previously had the Snoq. Pass on my radar for my 65cm 700c Clem H. I just kept the stock Kenda Kwick Nines until recently and finally installed

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

2018-06-05 Thread d2mini
"NO TOP TUBE THERE TO BONK YOUR YOO-HOO" I finally got a copy of the Riv catalog with my order and was just reading through it now. Thank god my last sip of a coffee was a few moments prior to reading that line and not during. LMAO! Thanks for the laugh, Grant. :) -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
"Guerciotti". Sorry. On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 10:23 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > I really thought for a bit about a custom frame for Rat Trap Pass tires, > disc brakes, and Riv-like road geometry, but decided to try a used and very > affordable Guercotti, at least for now. (I'll have it modified

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Belopsky
yeah i wanted a 26" bike but then got my 650b rando ;) -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
I really thought for a bit about a custom frame for Rat Trap Pass tires, disc brakes, and Riv-like road geometry, but decided to try a used and very affordable Guercotti, at least for now. (I'll have it modified for discs and install tubulars on wood rims ...) On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 10:07 AM, Rod

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
I'd love to try some Snoqualmie Pass tires on the Matthews (shod now with the lightest Big Ones); I bet it would handle delightfully. But 44 mm is too narrow for my terrain. On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 10:00 AM, Rod Holland wrote: > What he said, at the time, was 32mm, but that was part of nuanced >

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Edwin W
Bob, I agree. I wouldn’t try on a Sam, but would be pretty sure these would fit on a Joe without fenders. And maybe even with! I’m cruising with the 44s in a befendered Joe and they are good. I had Schwalbe Furious Fred’s on there before and there was a little wiggle room. Rim width might

Re: [RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
Very interesting; odd how a company specializing in rando equipment seems to have some good sellers in the fat tire market -- that is, if the these match the Rat Trap Passes in popularity. I'll be interested in riding reports and particularly width. If they roll as well as Big Ones, they will roll

[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

2018-06-05 Thread Kainalu V.
Ron and Patrick- When I was a kid my dad (a physicist who worked as an engineer for M.I.T.'s Lincoln Laboratory for 50 years) told me to watch closely how my pinewood derby car acted during the big race. He explained before hand that my car, with it's weight pushed as far back as we could get

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Belopsky
Roadeo won't be what it is with tires like this you'd have to change geometry which would mean it's a completely different bike -- 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: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Rod Holland
Looks like the Riv line does have some bikes that would fit these, starting with the larger Clems... Trying to suppress fantasies of a mutant custom Roadeo with really big paws... rod On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 12:00:38 PM UTC-4, Rod Holland wrote: > > What he said, at the time, was 32mm, but

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Belopsky
I am not sure which but 29er bikes right? So yeah, Karate Monkey or anything else. If one were to have any interest in converting a trail bike to this, it'd work. would be silly on my Santa Cruz Chameleon but this was my old Salsa el Mar.. https://i.imgur.com/IwzKWOs.jpg -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Rod Holland
What he said, at the time, was 32mm, but that was part of nuanced argument, he got pushback from many of us (raises hand), and obligingly gave us Barlows, Bon Jons, and Snoqs. This is meant, I think, to complete the line of "Enduro Allroad" (Jan's term, perhaps short-lived) tires in this width

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Bob Lovejoy
Not that I need to find out... but these should fit an un-fendered Appaloosa, correct? Someone please try these and post pictures! Bob Galesburg, IL -- 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: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Belopsky
I wouldn't bother with side pulls and tires this big, but that's just me. I do want to see what bikes will run these. I could see converting a 29er to run these as a 'go-fast-er' bike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Neil Doran
Just when you thought Compass was out of fat-tire ideas, behold: https://www.compasscycle.com/shop/components/tires/700c/compass-700c-x-55-antelope-hill-tc/ I seem to recall Jan stating that 700c tire fatness is optimal at about 35mm, and that going wider is...sub-optimal? Maybe he will chime

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread Tom Norton
The question of how the hot wax can get inside the rollers was answered,for me, on a video. The Australian fellow used liquid paraffin along with the solid bars of paraffin when he melted it down in a Crock-Pot. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: FS: Complete Betty Foy - $1900

2018-06-05 Thread Ken Hekman
Now that we've established the size issue, the only thing left is to discern the fair market value. I am open to offers by private email. I'm eager for this bike to find a new owner who appreciates everything a rivbike stands for. On Monday, June 4, 2018 at 12:42:06 AM UTC-4, Ken Hekman

[RBW] Re: FS: Complete 63cm Rivendell Romulus - $1400

2018-06-05 Thread Ken Hekman
I am open to offers from those who appreciate a great rivbike. On Friday, June 1, 2018 at 2:26:55 PM UTC-4, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > Try this... 4th page I think. > > http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/romflyer/index.html > > I miss my Romulus! One of the few bikes I truly regret selling... >

Re: [RBW] FS: 59 Clem H Frame/Fork/Headset - Grilver

2018-06-05 Thread Eric Daume
Dang, I just bought a scratched up green frameset from eBay. The grilver is a nicer color. Though I like the mustard of the Clem I sold last year best of all. Go figure. Eric On Tuesday, June 5, 2018, tc wrote: > $700. > > This is the F/F/H from the complete that I've been unable to sell. It

Re: [RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

2018-06-05 Thread John Woo
Love your pannier. Looks like you could fit at least a week of groceries in there. > On Jun 5, 2018, at 8:54 AM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Oops! Forgot my favorite safety accessory. I've purchased a few of these from > Rivendell over the years: > > > > > >> On

[RBW] Re: Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread eddietheflay
the guy in the kitchen vid did not say anything about the alcohol step after cleaning his new chain in mineral spirits. On Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 4:54:19 AM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > I did a search on this and was surprised not to find anything. (Except > waxing cloth!) > > After 40+

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

2018-06-05 Thread Adam in Indiana
I'm joining this discussion a little late, but my wife and I have a Bike Friday Family Tandem with the SRAM DualDrive. I will agree that it doesn't ride quite the same (as well?) as a "regular" bike, but we do have a lot fun on it. Obviously, being able to pack a tandem into the trunk of a

[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

2018-06-05 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Oops! Forgot my favorite safety accessory. I've purchased a few of these from Rivendell over the years: On Monday, June 4, 2018 at 6:40:12

[RBW] FS: 59 Clem H Frame/Fork/Headset - Grilver

2018-06-05 Thread tc
$700. This is the F/F/H from the complete that I've been unable to sell. It has 20 miles on it, if that. I've decided to transfer most of the components to my wife's Cheviot. If anyone is seriously interested, please send an email off list. No pic's yet of the disassembled bike; those

[RBW] Re: What do Riv riders like for front low rider racks?

2018-06-05 Thread Edwin W
Dave, Tubus Smarti? Discontinued, but a few around. I had never heard of those. And they might work. I have 44-622 tires on mine. What size tires do you have? Can you take a picture of the clearance at the hoop? They are (were) advertised for up to 622 wheels, but they did not specify tire

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread Michael Hechmer
As the new comer to the idea of waxing chains I went to youtube for a demo. There are quite a few ranging from how to to comparison test. One that I found helpful was "Molten SpeedWax - The Epic guide to Chain Waxing It's here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKIJLBgtw1c Michael On

[RBW] FS: 1984 Univega Gran Turismo 54cm. 700c with good clearances. spectacular condition.

2018-06-05 Thread Julian Wong
Beautiful bike! I recently got a turismo too, and am going to convert to 700c. Do you remember the max tire size you could fit? Thanks Julian -- 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] Re: FS: 62 Rambouillet 745$ complete bike ebay

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
$37? Thirty seven dollars? Are you serious? You can't be. Please clarify, to calm my over-revving heart. On Mon, Jun 4, 2018 at 5:58 PM, Joe Bunik wrote: > or my $37 Roadeo > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

2018-06-05 Thread Patrick Moore
I'm good for it. On Mon, Jun 4, 2018 at 4:39 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > ... If we don't win the California State Championship in 2019 I'll come > after Patrick Moore for a $50 refund. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.