[RBW] Re: FS: 66cm Blue Rambouillet - Complete

Do it Reid, what's a single centimeter between bike friends Mike SLO CA On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 11:26:42 AM UTC-7, Reid Echols wrote: > > Oof, if this weren’t a functional twin to my 67 Homer I’d be mighty > tempted. Great price, great bike! > > Reid in Austin > > On Tuesday, July 14,

[RBW] Re: Looking for hat recommendation similar to Fair Ends cap

wow I was just wondering this same thing today, saw that the site was down as well. On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 12:54:17 PM UTC-7, M D Smith wrote: > > Hello folks- > > Does anyone know of a cotton cap similar in fit and styling to the Fair > Ends caps formerly offered from Rivendell? > > I

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

FWIW I bought a Hunqapillar around 2013 or so and Brian (former Riv mechanic) steered me to the Albastache bars which are fairly aggressive. I was concerned about it being to aggressive but with a short stem and a high position it felt natural and I like it. I played around with a few

Re: [RBW] Introduction and "Classic" Roadini

I haven't weighed it. It has a light "let's just go a ride" feel, but is also very stable. I don't weigh it down with a large saddlebag like my Mt Fuji. So I have to bring a back pack for shopping. Back packs don't count as part of the bike weight, right? Jim in Lansing Iowa -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

I have a 75 PBH and the Atlantis fits great. I have one of the Waterford versions. Works well with drops in my size. I also ride a 59 Roadeo and 55 Appaloosa for comparison. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: A different Mustache/Albastache set-up?

I have seen pictures of the reverse style levers stuck in the ends of the bar but it looks awkward, but doesn't take up had real estate. The drop portion isn't as long as an Albatross so it might be cramped with a lever clamped on, but the new Albastache does have more room than the old

[RBW] A different Mustache/Albastache set-up?

You could always try bar end brake levers. -- 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 view this

Re: [RBW] Re: 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

Drw You are definitely correct about the geo changing over, but this particular one seems to be the exception. It is tempting because Ryan's bikes fit me too and he has great taste. >From Ryan's CL ad: "Beautiful bike but it's just not for me. It's a 56cm 650B Rivendell Atlantis made by

[RBW] I got lucky.

I gave an old friend and customer a nice B17 over 10 years ago. He doesn’t like it, hasn’t used it and it looks like I will get it back, maybe Friday. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Looks like kalloy has a 26.8 with 2 bolts now. Zero setback though. Anyone tried 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

Re: [RBW] Re: 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

Ian, I’m pretty sure it’s the same. 650b 56cm waterfords were only offered for like 6 months max. Prior To that they were 26” or 700c (For 58 and up). In those 6 ish months the frame geometry was very similar to the old version but for chainstays which were only about 15mm more than the

[RBW] A different Mustache/Albastache set-up?

Different bar diameter is the difference. Albatross bars use 22.2 grip diameter brake levers Which are standard for MTB and the mustache bars use standard road bike diameter which is 23.8. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] A different Mustache/Albastache set-up?

Bar diameter and lever clamp size are different for city vs road. -- 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: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Hey George - A couple years ago, I bought a tandem outfitted with two 26.8 seat posts. Did not like either since they were not two-bolt. Found a couple Campagnolo 26.8 two-bolt seat posts on EBay. Not sure about the prices I paid - but they were much less than current Nitto two-bolt seat

[RBW] A different Mustache/Albastache set-up?

When I see a Mustache or Albastache bar installed it almost always has drop-bar brake levers installed sideways at the bends and is completely wrapped like a drop bar. When I see an Albatross or other typical upright bar installed it almost almost always has the city-type brake levers

Re: [RBW] Re: anyone know how to figure out Tire Radius/rim radius?

Thanks Jason. On Wed, Jul 15, 2020 at 7:54 PM Jason Fuller wrote: > I go with this simple formula, which may not be exactly right but it's > close I think, and good for comparing one size to another. > > 26" = 559mm > 650B = 584mm > 700c = 622mm > > Tire outside diameter = rim diameter + (2 x

[RBW] Re: For Sale Redwood 1500

about a foot too big for me but cool nonetheless. https://bellingham.craigslist.org/bik/d/bellingham-rivendell-redwood-dropped/7153843392.html On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 3:35:55 PM UTC-4, bo richardson wrote: > > I am helping a friend sell her Redwood. Her brother bought it and then > found

Re: [RBW] Re: 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

Tirebiter: Drw's MIT 56 is quite a different size to the one for sale. Check the CL link for size info https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-rivendell-atlantis-56cm-musa/7160001788.html IanA Alberta Canada -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

Cool. Thanks. On Wed, Jul 15, 2020 at 5:57 PM Drw wrote: > I have a waterford 56 650b atlantis. I think my pbh is 86-87. > > > > On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 3:27:10 PM UTC-7, Frank Brose wrote: >> >> Just thought I'd let people know there is a Waterford 650b 56cm Atlantis >> for sale on the

[RBW] Re: 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

I’ll also say that the 650b Atlantis is absolutely spectacular. I’m so glad I got one in the brief window when geometry was semi-traditional, but still halfway long. I also have a 56cm toyo Atlantis (soon for sale) and I’ve had a hunq and a Sam. The newer Atlantis pulled all my favorite parts

[RBW] Re: anyone know how to figure out Tire Radius/rim radius?

I go with this simple formula, which may not be exactly right but it's close I think, and good for comparing one size to another. 26" = 559mm 650B = 584mm 700c = 622mm Tire outside diameter = rim diameter + (2 x tire diameter) ie 650b x 42 would be 584 + 42 + 42 = 668mm -> your radius is

[RBW] Re: Looking for hat recommendation similar to Fair Ends cap

MIke, I'm feeling your pain. I've had quite the collection of fairends caps over the years. Probably my most sweat stained was my Rivendell cap that flew off my head while going over a bridge. Seeing that they went out of business bums me out so much. Lucklily they come up on ebay and depop

[RBW] anyone know how to figure out Tire Radius/rim radius?

I was asked to get my tire radius and I have no cluehow to do it. I am riding the 42mm Baby Shoe Pass I have them on a Velocity Synergy rim, this are the specs. I am running the rear at 40psi and the front at about 37psi. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks, Joel At 23mm wide, with eyelets

[RBW] Re: 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

The one for sale (by Ryan Nute - an absolutely 100% trustworthy person) is a 650b based much more closely on the original 56cm geometry. It's on Seattle Craigslist. I have bought a bicycle from Ryan in the past and have only good things to say about him. IanA Alberta Canada -- You received

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

I've used generic spray glues, can't think of any brand names. Maybe Ace brand... anyway it always works well for a year or so then loosens and I repeat. I suppose that might be better than the permanent stuff that forces you to chip away a cork bits when you want to remove them. Anton

[RBW] Re: Looking for hat recommendation similar to Fair Ends cap

One of the rounds that riv did used Graffiti hats or graffiti caps. i think they are in oakland. fit is very similar to a fair ends hat i have. I also just ordered a hat from weld mfg, for similar reasons to you, in that it looks similar. should have it in a couple days. -- You received

[RBW] Re: 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

I have a waterford 56 650b atlantis. I think my pbh is 86-87. On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 3:27:10 PM UTC-7, Frank Brose wrote: > > Just thought I'd let people know there is a Waterford 650b 56cm Atlantis > for sale on the 650b google groups. Seller is a good guy. I've done > business

Re: [RBW] 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

Would you know off hand the PBH range? Thanks On Wed, Jul 15, 2020 at 5:27 PM Frank Brose wrote: > Just thought I'd let people know there is a Waterford 650b 56cm Atlantis > for sale on the 650b google groups. Seller is a good guy. I've done > business with him for years. If I didn't have one

[RBW] 56cm Atlantis on 650b google groups

Just thought I'd let people know there is a Waterford 650b 56cm Atlantis for sale on the 650b google groups. Seller is a good guy. I've done business with him for years. If I didn't have one it would be mine by now. https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/650b/pW8VP0InWTU Frank -- You

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

Hi Jim, Would you guess you use a strip of Newbaum's somewhere between 1/2 the length of the cork grip and the full length of the grip? John On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 1:58:20 PM UTC-7, Jim S. wrote: > > John, I just use a strip length-wise under the grip. You could try one on > the

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

John, I just use a strip length-wise under the grip. You could try one on the top and one on the bottom, if one strip alone isn't tight enough. I can't figure out why, but the length of the strip matters. A longer strip seems to hold it in place more than a shorter one, but I"ve had it where if

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Score! Good call, Ann, it's a great strong post with the added benefit of lotsa setback. You may not have to slam your saddle all the way back. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Looking for hat recommendation similar to Fair Ends cap

Hello folks- Does anyone know of a cotton cap similar in fit and styling to the Fair Ends caps formerly offered from Rivendell? I purchased a waxed cotton cap directly from Fair Ends last autumn and find it fits my big melon better than any other cap I’ve ever tried. I also liked that they

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Thanks for the help, folks. I just bought a Nitto s83 off of ebay for $82, including shipping. Hopefully, this will end my bolt shearing experiences. Although I didn't crash the last time it happened, I did have to walk my bike back for almost 5 miles so I will happily pay not to do that

[RBW] Re: FS: Kellogg Spectrum Road Bike 62c-c x 56c-c

Thanks, Evan. There's a little too much blue in the color mix, but I didn't have the patience to tweak 'em any further. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, July 6, 2020 at 8:33:04 PM UTC-4, Evan E. wrote: > > Wow! Beautiful bike. Beautiful photos. > -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS: Kellogg Spectrum Road Bike 62c-c x 56c-c

Dropping this to $900 hoping for some nibbles On Sunday, July 5, 2020 at 8:39:51 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Kellog Spectrum Road: $900 pickup/drop-off > > I'm gonna try to clear a few hooks and made some space, spin off a > couple/few steeds that don't get out much. Between me not

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

I've got a Handsome XOXO, a tigged re-make of the XO-1. I also have a Roadini. I love both bikes and it would be a hard choice to have one, but I'd go Roadini. It's a refined bike, and will give you many more years of enjoyment. On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 2:53:04 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard

[RBW] For Sale Redwood 1500

I am helping a friend sell her Redwood. Her brother bought it and then found a 68 Atlantis frame and built that up and sold the Redwood to his sister Kim. She upgraded the bike quite a bit, including a fresh drivetrain including shifters, Then she found a Rambouillet 66,root beer color and

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Thanks for the info, gents, but I seem recall doing a search for this sometime in the past and finding very little. So, to make sure I wasn't just talking through my hat, I got out the calipers and re-measured the one that's on there now. Turns out that I was (talking through my hat, that

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

Hi Jim, Are you using one strip of Newbaum's on the handlebar length-wise under the grip, or wrapping a strip of Newbaum's around the bar under the grip? If I could get cork grips to work without glue, that would be fantastic. Thanks, John On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 5:58:34 AM

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Quick ebay search shows 4 used, silver, 26.8, 2 bolt posts available ATM. Not really scarce. On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 2:49:50 PM UTC-4 George Schick wrote: > Ann is facing an interesting dilemma, as am I. One of my bikes is a > nearly 50 year old Fuji road bike from the early 70's. It

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Nitto S-83 is a two bolt available in 26.8, I have several. Laing On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 2:49:50 PM UTC-4 George Schick wrote: > Ann is facing an interesting dilemma, as am I. One of my bikes is a > nearly 50 year old Fuji road bike from the early 70's. It was in pretty > bad shape

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

I'd love to know how this turned out. That XO is gone. -- 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: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Ann is facing an interesting dilemma, as am I. One of my bikes is a nearly 50 year old Fuji road bike from the early 70's. It was in pretty bad shape when I got it and I fixed it up with various more modern components, etc. into a Resurrectio. But the one constraint is that 26.8 seat post.

Re: [RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Ann, I think the bolt fix you did a year ago is keen! Thank you for posting about this. If I have to do a seat post bolt repair in the wild I will know to look for a high grade bolt. Sorry yours only worked for a year, glad to hear you were not hurt. A B67 has all kinds of leverage from

[RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

As Jason noted in a July 10th post, there is also a nice orange Gallop frame hanging above the silver one. David in Berkeley (who wishes the smaller ones were to be made as 650b) On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 8:47:57 AM UTC-7, Jeff B wrote: > > If anyone zoomed in enough in the last email

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Dave: Thank you. But I don't think it will work. I currently have a 26.8 x 250 Nitto 65s seatpost and that one only comes in 27.2. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Sorry if you already answered this and I missed it, but: How does the ride of your HOmer compare to that of your Hillborne? Is the Homer noticeably more sprightly? Noticeably a better climber? Etc. Thanks. I own a 700c Hillborne and love it, but I want to get a 650b bike, also, and don't need

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

Hi Joel. That looks awesome. I'm going to give that a shot. Really enthusiastically new to a lot of this. Rad. On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 12:58:59 PM UTC-4 Joel Stern wrote: > > I spend a lot f time in the curve of the Albatross bars. I sit upright > far less. Drops would kill my back

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

Nice! What kind of pedals are coming your way? > On Jul 15, 2020, at 10:44 AM, Jason Fuller wrote: > > I got out for 30km on the new iteration of the XO-1 last night, and am very > pleased with this change to the flat-bar setup! It now fills the "speedy, fun > around-town bike" hole in my

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

There's the rub, no you cannot, unless you're feeling extra crafty. On Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 12:08:00 PM UTC-5 Tirebiter ATX wrote: > Watching ronsbikes video was a hoot. Clever end run on racks. But, you > can’t remove the sack without dismantling, no? > > On Wed, Jul 15, 2020 at 8:37

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

Watching ronsbikes video was a hoot. Clever end run on racks. But, you can’t remove the sack without dismantling, no? On Wed, Jul 15, 2020 at 8:37 AM Andrew Turner wrote: > While this is also pretty expensive for what it is, it's still cheaper > than a rack, or you could DIY something similar

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

Thanks Benz. I’ll keep that in mind. Ray -- 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 view this

[RBW] Re: This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

Hi Ann, If you need to replace the seat post, I'd recommend checking out Velo-Orange's long set-back post, seen here . It's a 2-bolt design so you don't need to crank it down, it has a set-back

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

While this is also pretty expensive for what it is, it's still cheaper than a rack, or you could DIY something similar for a few bucks less. https://ronsbikes.com/products/not-a-rack I'm using one now on a Carradice Camper Long Flap that I modded with 3 leather, essentially, belt loops to the

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

John, I've had success with a strip of newbaum's tape. No glue, no nothing else. If you don't have enough tape, they'll rotate. If you use too much tape, you can't get the grips on. But you'll figure out an amount that holds the grips in place. Then you can remove the grips later without

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

I'd get the Roadini. I like the looks of the roadini and the price is pretty good too. The tig welding does not bother me over the lugs, even though I personally would pony up cash for lugs. Or I would be looking hard at the A Homer Hilsen too. I kinda like the looks of the Homer better and

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

Thanks, Patrick. It was definitely an adventure especially when I spooked that gar that was laying in the water over the road. The last year here in Kentucky it seems like it has rained constantly. We've had an abnormally wet time of it. On Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 2:51:45 PM UTC-5 Deacon

[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

5" packaging stretch wrap on a handle. https://www.officedepot.com/a/products/444327/Office-Depot-Brand-Stretch-Wrap-Film/ I got one of these (mine from Home Depot) for something around here and I use it for more ways than they could put in the packaging. It's just the thing for wrapping

[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

All these good ideas on how to protect the bikes when being transported on the rack. And I guess if you are only doing it a couple times a year, it's okay. But otherwise, it's like packing the bike up for shipping, about my least favorite activity involving bicycles. You also need to figure out