Re: [RBW] It's a Bombadil

Indeed, I had them around and thought the gold would brighten up the raw-finish frame a bit. Kim and Joel, thanks! Kim, why are you looking for Bombadils? On Tue, Sep 22, 2020, 9:27 PM Mike Godwin wrote: > Wow nice. Skewered with Paul's? Nice bit of color. > > Mike SLO CA > > On Tuesday,

Re: [RBW] It's a Bombadil

Looks great, Joe! Enjoy the ride! One question: are you certain that it is Toyo-built? My 60cm early 2TT Bombadil was built by Waterford. What is the serial number format on yours; that may tell us something. (Mine is L080xx. Built in L=12=December of '08.)  Does anyone else recall the history

Re: [RBW] It's a Bombadil

Wow nice. Skewered with Paul's? Nice bit of color. Mike SLO CA On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 7:33:08 PM UTC-7, Joel wrote: > > > Beautiful bike Joe. Enjoy it. > On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 10:25:25 PM UTC-4 Flowerfang wrote: > >> My nieces are visiting and started driving me kinda

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

Zem, I did not ride it that day. In normal times I'd be comfortable requesting a ride and being the most awesome bunch, Riv folks would have set it up for me. This stop was supposed to be for a socially-distanced order pickup. I was glad they hung out with me and chatted briefly and

[RBW] Re: Orange bar tape on British Racing Green Matthews RBFD

Looks very good, a real glow in the dark color John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ > > > -- 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: RBW's Banana Sax with inside flap for security is available.

The standoff solution is so simple and fantastic! Such possibility never occurred to me! One could buy the acorn product or there are many options to make one. Thanks fellas. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FS - 56cm green Rambouillet, close to pristine condition, $1450

I have a friend in Ashville who may be interested. Will let him know. On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 11:18:27 AM UTC-4 Gary L wrote: > Hi all, > > I am posting this for a friend who has been unable to ride for a number of > years and his Ram has been sitting unused in his garage. It is

Re: [RBW] It's a Bombadil

Beautiful bike Joe. Enjoy it. On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 10:25:25 PM UTC-4 Flowerfang wrote: > My nieces are visiting and started driving me kinda nuts. So I bribed them > to watch for bombadils in my feed. They don’t really know what that is, so > overhearing their discussion was

Re: [RBW] It's a Bombadil

My nieces are visiting and started driving me kinda nuts. So I bribed them to watch for bombadils in my feed. They don’t really know what that is, so overhearing their discussion was interesting. Anyways, they just came running out with the urgent news! Lol that frame alone is pretty amazing to

[RBW] Re: FS: Berthoud GB2886 Handlebar Bag and Decaleur!

This item has sold On Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 6:06:57 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote: > No takers? How's $220 shipped? > Max > > > On Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at 12:02:31 AM UTC-4, maxcr wrote: >> >> Bump, Berthoud GB2886 large rando bag in black still available. New >> price: bag + decaleur *$240

[RBW] Re: Orange bar tape on British Racing Green Matthews RBFD

Looks nice. The pic is off in that the tape is very bight and your Matthew’s looks almost black and I know it’s green . I do understand that you see it differently. Or It might be my monitor. I like the additional Pop of color in the water bottles. I Had bright pink tape on my Joe Appaloosa

[RBW] It's a Bombadil

I finally finished it! Its a 52cm Toyo, early parallel-tube version (the one I like). No paint, which was an interesting experience for a notorious paint panicker as I was working. I can't scratch it!  https://photos.app.goo.gl/zoKtKnW1Bnxoz1qg8 Joe Bernard -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

The saddle has sold, ladies and germs. Thanks! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 12:12:47 PM UTC-4, Jon Richardson wrote: > > Paul, > > I would like to purchase this. Please let me know how to proceed. > > Thanks, > Jon > > On Mon, Sep 21, 2020, 8:03 PM Paul Brodek

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW's Banana Sax with inside flap for security is available.

I have used a wine cork as a standoff with good success. I lashed it to the leather strap with hemp twine (of course!)cheers,Andrew On Tuesday, September 22, 2020, 04:26:10 PM GMT+10, 'Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Acorn Bags has an elegant solution to the problem: A

Re: [RBW] Your lockable commuter thread

Good to know. Are you using a S3X hub? On Tue, Sep 22, 2020 at 12:10 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Patrick: > > Patrick: > > The Motobecane stills sees regular use, now as a three-speed weekend > rider. Rode it last night, as a matter of

[RBW] Re: RBW's Banana Sax with inside flap for security is available.

Elegant solution. I've used my banana sax for several days now & not noticed any problem. I think it is narrow enough at the front to not have this problem. I used to use a hobo bag as a saddle bag & it was an issue. Solved by anchoring the bottom of the bag to the rack so it was spaced

[RBW] Albatross bars: 25.4mm vs 31.8mm???

Albatross handlebars, has anyone compared the shape of the 25.4mm clamp version to the shape of the 31.8mm clamp bar? I have a set of the old 56cm wide 25.4mm clamp version of the Albatross bars, which I like very much and are significantly wider up to the curves, and I wondered if the

Re: [RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

The KiLEY rear light and Rocket Retro front lights are absolutely gorgeous! On Tuesday, 22 September 2020 at 12:21:25 UTC-7 Nikko in Oakland wrote: > The Kiley front lights are available here. > > >

Re: [RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

The Kiley front lights are available here. https://everydaybicycles.com/collections/span-style-display-none-kiley-bicycle-light-collection-span > On Sep 22, 2020, at 12:16 PM, Joel Stern wrote: > > Shipping is more than the light. Where are they shipping from? $30+ for > shipping 1 light >

Re: [RBW] Re: KOMA bike light or similar?

Shipping is more than the light. Where are they shipping from? $30+ for shipping 1 light On Tue, Sep 22, 2020 at 2:57 PM Ray wrote: > Glad to hear they come so highly recommended here. I'll try to report back > if I ever get a chance to test them myself. I send an email to jitensha > about

[RBW] Re: KOMA bike light or similar?

Glad to hear they come so highly recommended here. I'll try to report back if I ever get a chance to test them myself. I send an email to jitensha about ordering but haven't heard back yet. I've never ordered from them before so no sure if that's normal. If that route doesn't work, I'll keep

Re: [RBW] Your lockable commuter thread

Patrick: Patrick: The Motobecane stills sees regular use, now as a three-speed weekend rider. Rode it last night, as a matter of fact. There is indeed something about that bike that makes it a bunch of fun to ride. I’m sure the Reynolds 531 tubing has a lot to do with that—I’ve never been

[RBW] Re: WTB 56 Black Mountain Cycles Road (rim brake)

One more bump for the people in the back, then I'll get back to my eBay and Paceline sleuthing. Thanks! Erik, phl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

Re: [RBW] Re: Your lockable commuter thread

That Atala reminds me of the old, 1973 IIRC, Motobecane Grand Record that I used as a grocery and errand beater. Light, 531 frame and fork, but long stays (45 cm to end of dropout). Original paint was not the best, and 30+ years had weathered it, so somewhat stealthy. Built it with good but

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

Paul, I would like to purchase this. Please let me know how to proceed. Thanks, Jon On Mon, Sep 21, 2020, 8:03 PM Paul Brodek wrote: > Apologies if this is a re-post, have been trying to get it to post here > but it seems to disappear > PB > > On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 8:02:42 PM

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

Paul I might have your Riv. What color was it? Size? On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 10:21:34 AM UTC-5 Paul in Dallas wrote: > That's a terrific looking vintage Riv Custom! > > Good job on the pics with that white background. > > Paul in Dallas > who had a blue 1999 Riv Custom built new for me

[RBW] Re: KOMA bike light or similar?

I've purchased a couple from Blue Lug and they're great lights but shipping is a lot. Ultraromance's webstore has had these lights available there in the past shipping from CT I believe, but it looks like he's currently out of stock. Might be worth emailing him or

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

A Homer Hilsen frame 57cm in Seattle (No affiliation) https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bop/d/seattle-rivendell-homer-hilsen-frame/7200028713.html On Friday, September 18, 2020 at 11:20:02 AM UTC-7 Paul Richardson wrote: > 64cm Quickbeam in DC area is back. > > No affiliation, but I did meet

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

Sam Hillborne MUSA size 60 in WV - https://morgantown.craigslist.org/bik/d/clarksburg-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7196020866.html On Friday, September 18, 2020 at 2:20:02 PM UTC-4 Paul Richardson wrote: > 64cm Quickbeam in DC area is back. > > No affiliation, but I did meet up with the seller for a

Re: [RBW] Re: Your lockable commuter thread

My Atala. Riv’d it up with old parts and even tried out those upright albatross handlebars. That is what converted me from uncomfortable road bars on my Atlantis (to choco bars- similar) I won’t ever go back to drop bars. I like to use this bike if going downtown Minneapolis or shopping at

[RBW] Re: Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

After moving back to my home town and suffering big time commuting and just general bike access of any kind I broke down and bought a hard tail 5 months ago so I could at least utilize the neglected MTB trails. I went with a All City Electric Queen and have been super happy. They were on sale

Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm Orange Cheviot Complete

Hi, thanks! These are some unbranded bars I was lucky to get, Electra maybe? Lots of sweep, lots of rise, a pretend Bosco bar! On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 10:54:00 AM UTC-6 Tirebiter ATX wrote: > Nice set up. What handlebars are you sporting there? > > > On Mon, Sep 21, 2020 at 9:37 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

Ash - any ride quality impressions relative to the Roadini or other Riv models? On Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 6:19:32 PM UTC-4 Ash wrote: > Recently I had a chance to look at CGH prototype in person at WHQ. A > worthy successor to the Roadini. I really liked what I saw.Was ready >

Re: [RBW] Re: Any brazer interested in reinforcing a rear rack for KOF bike?

The front racks are small lowriders that bolt onto fork boss and boss on fender "arch." He built them for the new fork. But the lowriders are not in fact a problem; I discovered I can simply reverse the hook attachment on the backside of the Sports panniers so that they fit into the perimeter of

Re: [RBW] Re: Bluelug/Nitto Losco Bar

Hey y'all. I have one on my Atlantis. It's beautiful and more or less the same as a tall Losco except not tall! On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 9:18:00 PM UTC-4 Flowerfang wrote: > I can hardly wait ! > > > On Mon, Sep 21, 2020 at 5:49 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > >> Hi Roberta and Kim the

Re: [RBW] Check out this cool new handlebar bag!

We are having some made currently that will be available for sale after the kickstarter. We also plan to release a 26.0 specific mount in the near future. On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 11:20:33 AM UTC-4 campyo...@me.com wrote: > When will the adapters for traditional (26, 25.4) handlebars

Re: [RBW] Check out this cool new handlebar bag!

There are many currently available / searchable on Amazon, we are also having some made currently that will be available for sale after the kickstarter. We also plan to release a 26.0 specific mount in the near future. On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 11:20:33 AM UTC-4 campyo...@me.com

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

I was a dedicated hardtail guy for decades but tried a 6" trail bike in 2013 and can't go back, despite the additional maintenance and care required. Something like the Rocky Mountain Instinct, which takes 27.5+ tires or 29er tires. That said, within your price range would dictate used, which

Re: [RBW] Check out this cool new handlebar bag!

When will the adapters for traditional (26, 25.4) handlebars be available? Nice bag, but useless to me and many other list members without them. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Sep 22, 2020, at 7:39 AM, S. Greco wrote: > > Hey

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

Took it out for 30 minutes and it sounds normal now, with no pinging / catching noise. I think I'll consider the case closed! On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 6:28:58 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Good work. It sounds like you'll get it sorted. I'm glad I could point > you to the right

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

Good work. It sounds like you'll get it sorted. I'm glad I could point you to the right area Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 11:21:53 PM UTC-7 Litho wrote: > Thank you, Bill. You got me to open the freehub again and remove all of > the pawls and springs. I

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

This thread is the craziest bit of bulletin board wrenching I've ever seen. Well done! -- 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: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

You should be able to park in Atlantic Highlands or at the ferry terminal in Highlands. A good friend owns a brewery in Atlantic Highlands (Carton Brewing) so we could grab some beers before/after if anyone is up for that. This location is v convenient for NY’ers via the Seastreak ferry. It is

[RBW] Re: RBW's Banana Sax with inside flap for security is available.

Acorn Bags has an elegant solution to the problem: A cylindrical leather stand-off and strap. https://www.acornbags.com/products/leather-stand-off-with-strap One of the few of their products that is *not* sold out. You could do the same with a toe strap and a piece of PVC pipe, as Patrick

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

Thank you, Bill. You got me to open the freehub again and remove all of the pawls and springs. I tried to put it back with 3 pawls, but the retaining ring wouldn't hold just three of them in place very well. They were flopping all over the place and had so much play that the return springs