[RBW] Re: Why I went Tubeless

I was unable to add Panaracer sealant through the valve because the large bits of walnut inside clog it up. Had to unseat the bead, add it directly to the tire, and reseat the bead- all the hassle of the initial setup. It was very frustrating. Lesson: use sealant you can top off through the

[RBW] Re: Swapping Clem H to Atlantis

I have tires that are labeled 2.25" and measure 2.29" on my MIT Atlantis, and the clearances are quite tight, both front and rear. Probably less than 5mm. I wouldn't want anything bigger. On Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 1:37:36 PM UTC-7, Andrew Nussbaum wrote: > > I have a tangential question:

[RBW] first impressions of Atlantis

I've had my new Atlantis for one week now, and have taken it on one 4 hour ride and one quick overnight trip. It's my first Rivendell, and I'm very happy with it. It's the quintessential "All-Rounder", and I plan to use it for anything and everything, for a very long time. Photos

Re: [RBW] Re: first impressions of Atlantis

MikeC- I ride mostly gravel, fire roads, and mellow singletrack. They don't have much bite cornering in the loose stuff, as I've discovered with a couple low speed crashes. They did very well on loose, steep climbs, but some of that may be attributed to the frame with long chainstays and super low

[RBW] Anyone running a Sackville Saddlebag as Handlebar Bag

I like my banana bag hanging on the handlebars. -- 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: first impressions of Atlantis

The other build highlight is the Schwalbe G-Ones, 29 x 2.25. They are the perfect tire for an Allrounder build- at home on road, trails, and gravel. On Friday, April 10, 2020 at 2:04:25 PM UTC-7, Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > > These are Rivendell Billie bars, flipped "upside down

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping bikes

13 L of water- wow!! On Mon, Apr 27, 2020 at 8:10 AM David Baldi wrote: > > Hi all, > > I love camping with the Medium saddlesack. I have enough just enough > clearance to run the bag without any support (first run 59 Clem, PBH 90.5), > but I have a Mark's rack back there now and like having

[RBW] Re: first impressions of Atlantis

same, and are the same speed (15 mph) on the section I measured. I thought I was buying a Rivendell for the aesthetics. I was pleasantly surprised that the ride was so much better. On Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 9:39:39 PM UTC-7, Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > > I've had my new Atlantis for one week now, and

[RBW] Causes for bike noises

Sheldon Brown has a great article on Creaks, Clicks, & Clunks . Yesterday I fixed an annoying ticking noise that happened on most crank rotations, but only in warm weather. The culprit turned out to be the pedals, which I forgot to grease when I

[RBW] Re: Luggage & groceries!

It's hard to beat the big Ortlieb rollers for groceries. Just grab them and load up. I like putting bread and chips on the very top, so it will just barely buckle. This week I had probably 40 lbs in them on the front rack- it had so much inertia that I actually moved the quill stem about 15

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping bikes

+1 I would love to see that route from Sac to Truckee. I was looking at a route through Foresthill. On Thursday, April 23, 2020 at 10:32:59 AM UTC-7, Neil Doran wrote: > > Collin, perhaps we could continue the thread drift a bit, because the > 'east side Lost Sierra' route you are describing

[RBW] Re: first impressions of Atlantis

John I believe it climbs better because the long chainstays distribute more weight on the front wheel. The front wheel tracks straight, and stays down. Adding 5 pounds of gear weight to the front rack also improved this feeling. In contrast, on many other bikes I've found that in steep climbs

[RBW] Re: Pedal Strikes when Turning

What Ted wrote. I almost never get pedal strikes from turning, only from rocks :) Fixed gears require different technique- you lean your body, not the bike. On Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 9:24:59 AM UTC-7, ted wrote: > > On any corner with the slightest chance of a pedal strike I’m either >

[RBW] Re: Admissions of Things You Ought to Have Known But Did Not: A Thread

I was so sure I knew how bottom brackets are threaded. I destroyed a couple tools trying to remove a 70mm Italian bottom bracket, which are not threaded the same as the more conventional 68mm bottom bracket. Regarding tire pressure, cornering on my bike starts to get vague when the front tire

[RBW] Re: Your lockable commuter thread

Jason, great theme for a thread! On Monday, September 14, 2020 at 10:17:53 PM UTC-7 Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > I love these bikes. They all say loud and clear: "I get rode all the time, > everywhere, in all conditions." Here's mine. Special features include: > - frame f

[RBW] Re: Your lockable commuter thread

I'm surprised others don't have chains on their Brooks saddles. Twice I've had my Brook's stolen while the bike was locked.  On Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 4:30:05 AM UTC-7 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: > I love this thread! > I just ordered an Atlantis and have been riding this for about ten >

[RBW] Re: Fast fat man

Sometimes you can't judge by appearances.  I regularly see people and think "There's no way they're that fast." Then I realize they're on an electric bike. On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 2:39:08 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > I took a nice fall out 'n' back on the new Matthews RBFR shod with

[RBW] Re: bike and paddle

Yeah, I think a folding bike would be nice. On Friday, May 29, 2020 at 11:53:09 AM UTC-7, E. Ricky Creek wrote: > > I have a cheap inflatable kayak and a cheap folding bike that I use to > ride up river and float down. The folded up bike without wheels attaches to > the back and the wheels stow

[RBW] Re: Sunglasses

I like Goodr glasses for cycling. On Sunday, May 31, 2020 at 4:22:41 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote: > > https://goodr.com/products/jorts-for-your-face > > > > I use

[RBW] Re: Kid/Haulin’ Trailer Recommendations for Clem.

+1 for a used Burley. I bought mine for $60, it's probably 15 years old, and still going strong. On Sunday, May 31, 2020 at 11:09:40 AM UTC-7, Howard Hatten wrote: > > David, > I bought a burley dlite off Craigslist for $100. I haul my groceries more > than my grandkids but it works fine for

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis on Tahoe singletrack

Need proof? Search YouTube for "downhill tandem MTB" and realize: oh. None > issue. Grin. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Sunday, August 2, 2020 at 1:44:58 PM UTC-6, S wrote: >> >> On Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 9:16:43 PM UTC-7 Clark Fitzgera

Re: [RBW] Atlantis on Tahoe singletrack

Here's the route with the nasty motorcycle trails taken out: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33562901 I did it as an out and back from Strawberry, easily accessible from highway 50. Once you get up near treeline there's more legal singletrack if you want to make it longer, but no bikes allowed on

[RBW] Re: Suggestions on my aspiring Riv-style build?

It sounds like you're on a budget, and you know what bike you *actually* want. In 2007 I wanted a touring bike, but the Rivendell's seemed too expensive. I've spent thousands of dollars going through 5-7 different bikes and frames, wheeling and dealing, swapping stuff, upgrading components,

Re: [RBW] Re: Suggestions on my aspiring Riv-style build?

; Maybe that's the wrong philosophy though? Would love to hear from others > who do see their Rivs as commuters. > > And as for the dynamo wheelset, lol thanks for the offer but I already > have a hub and light. I just need to get around to lacing it up. Maybe some > time next

Re: [RBW] Re: Suggestions on my aspiring Riv-style build?

Shimano DH-3N72 Dynamo, Deore XT rear. Alex rims set up tubeless with Compass Rat Trap Pass tires. Also a BM taillight and a Schmidt Edelux II internally wired in a Pass and Stow rack. Everything is 1 year old. Make me an offer. On Sat, Aug 8, 2020 at 5:41 AM Ginz wrote: > Which hubs? ;) > > --

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis on Tahoe singletrack

C-7 Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > >> If I could ride here regularly I'd prefer a rigid mountain bike. In >> particular, I'd like a bike with wider, knobby tires, much lower standover >> for when I have to hop off, a higher bottom bracket for less pedal strike, >> higher handlebars

Re: [RBW] first impressions of Atlantis

Bryan, my PBH is a shoeless 89, and I'm right on the cusp with the 59 Atlantis. When I wear thin soled shoes and the bike has 2.3" tires, I've got zero clearance. I like the aesthetics and proportions this way. I sometimes notice it when I'm mounting the bike on rough terrain, or when I get bucked

Re: [RBW] Next Level Clementine

Sweet ride. I wish the Clem L frames were available. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

Nice pics, thanks for sharing. Your bikes look immaculate! On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 7:19:41 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > Andrew: Thanks for those *apercus*. I am corrected about the Roadini, and > am happy to be so corrected because, if the Roadini is more "spritely" > (technical term)

Re: [RBW] Re: Your lockable commuter thread

onsidered that it actually makes the bike more > compact overall with the smaller front wheel, which is handy for city use. > > > On Tuesday, 8 December 2020 at 19:33:28 UTC-8 Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > >> Sweet ride! Jason, how does that Crust fork ride loaded and unloaded? >&

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

Sam- The Susie is completely different from a stock MB2. Susie has higher bars for a more upright position centered over your feet, wider tires, and a longer wheelbase. I found the Susie much more comfortable and confidence inspiring on rough terrain. I sold my 1992 MB2 and bought an Atlantis-

[RBW] Sacramento S240 on June 28th

You're invited for a Sacramento S24O campout at Beale's Point Campground on June 28th. I'll be traveling with young children on a cargo bike. We'll be cruising at 9-12 mph and stopping regularly for snacks, playgrounds and swimming in the American River and Lake Natoma. If you want to ride

Re: [RBW] Being Precious About Your Favorite Bike

I'm with Yankeebird. Keep it simple and just bring one bike for yourself. On Sunday, June 13, 2021 at 11:23:50 AM UTC-7 Yankeebird wrote: > Keep your vacation simple. > Bring one bike. > Bring the Clem. > > On a functional (not emotional) level-- it's 90% of the Platy, and maybe > more in

[RBW] Re: Sacramento S240 on June 28th

at 2:02:10 PM UTC-7 Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > You're invited for a Sacramento S24O campout at Beale's Point Campground > on June 28th. > > I'll be traveling with young children on a cargo bike. We'll be cruising > at 9-12 mph and stopping regularly for snacks, playgroun

Re: [RBW] rando, kiddo riding partners around Sacramento & northern California

a bike paths >> pulling a doublewide child trailer with an old Raleigh Technium Sports >> Tourer fixed gear. Good times. >> >> She won't let me do that any more, as she will be 20 next week. >> >> On Fri, Jun 4, 2021 at 6:12 PM Clark Fitzgerald >> wrote:

[RBW] Re: Comebacks for when people think your bikes cost too much

"Money can't buy happiness, but it can buy a bike and that's pretty close." - Mike M I'm going to use this line! On Monday, June 28, 2021 at 1:41:42 PM UTC-7 velomann wrote: > There are so many possible comebacks... > > As others have pointed out, f you're not a bike person, that world is a >

Re: [RBW] Comebacks for when people think your bikes cost too much

Here's a comeback: I spent all my money on bikes, books, and beer. The rest I just wasted. On Thu, Jul 1, 2021 at 11:13 AM Michael Morrissey < michaelgmorris...@gmail.com> wrote: > I think it's not price itself so much as priorities. It's important to > remember that the bicycle remains

[RBW] Re: Pass and Stow recommendation

I have the 3 rail, and it's wonderful. The platform is a bit longer in front than the 5 rail. I found it works well for strapping a backpack. I'd be willing to sell mine, as I'm not using it much. It has a Schmidt Edelux II internally wired. Make me an offer. You can see it in this thread:

[RBW] Re: Racks & Baskets - weight on the front...

My experience is similar to Shoji's. I've tried so many different things, and most work fine in most conditions. I like the front basket and saddlebag for riding mild singletrack. On my Atlantis I've been riding more S24O's involving singletrack, which is different from riding on the open

Re: [RBW] replace top tube to improve ride

I realized that there's another reason for the ride feeling like it does. Usually I ride this as a commuter, with a Kryptonite New York lock strapped on top of the rear rack, so much of my impression of the ride comes from this. Removing this saved about 7 lbs from right on top of the rear wheel.

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

The bike looks good in its element. On Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 8:42:47 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Amen, Philip. And thanks! > > The winds died down this evening and I made it out for 12 or 13 miles and > this is what all the PlatyPeople have to look forward to. Look at that

Re: [RBW] replace top tube to improve ride

tle low temp silver filler. I'd love to hear why this > might be a bad idea from those more knowledgeable. > -Kai > > On Sunday, March 21, 2021 at 11:33:29 AM UTC-4 Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > >> I asked my local frame builder about this idea, and here's what he had to >> say

Re: [RBW] replace top tube to improve ride

tires play a huge role. I'm going to take his advice and leave the frame alone. On Sat, Mar 20, 2021 at 3:02 PM Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > Has anyone ever replaced a top tube on a steel bike to change the ride > characteristics? Can you tell the difference on a bike with a flexible top >

[RBW] Atlantis one year review - the consummate All-Rounder

I've owned my 2020 Atlantis for nearly a year, and in that time I've discovered how comfortable and functional it truly is. If the Rivendell aesthetic speaks to you, you spend most of your time pedaling at a touring pace, and you want one bike that does it all, then this bike is wonderful. For

[RBW] Re: Atlantis one year review - the consummate All-Rounder

Mark- sweet bikes! Interesting that you switched the Jones for a Clem L. Doug- Great to hear, I hope my long term experience with the Atlantis is like yours :) I can't believe you're still on the original Shimano hubs! How do you maintain them? I've never been diligent about regreasing my hubs.

Re: [RBW] Re: measured speed differences between road and touring bikes

J. > > > On Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 12:32:08 AM UTC-4 Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > >> Thanks aeroperf! So on your touring style Rivendell you were 100 * 11.2 / >> 11.6 = 96.5% as fast as your road bike. Now we have three data points! I >> hope to see some more... >&

Re: [RBW] Re: measured speed differences between road and touring bikes

Interesting discussion! OP here- Let me make my original question / request more precise: *What is the difference in speed between when you ride the same ride on a road bike vs a bike set up in the Rivendell touring style? Ride a pavement route that favors the road bike, don't draft, wear the

[RBW] Re: measured speed differences between road and touring bikes

red vs. singlespeed difference is playing a major > role. > > I'm always much faster on singlespeeds when the route involves climbing. > > On Friday, July 16, 2021 at 12:12:34 AM UTC-4 Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > >> What is the difference in speed between a conventional ro

Re: [RBW] Re: measured speed differences between road and touring bikes

Thanks aeroperf! So on your touring style Rivendell you were 100 * 11.2 / 11.6 = 96.5% as fast as your road bike. Now we have three data points! I hope to see some more... Rider, PercentSpeed Clark, 82 Fullylugged, 99 aeroperf, 96.5 On Mon, Jul 26, 2021 at 4:49 PM aeroperf wrote: > Road bike:

[RBW] Re: measured speed differences between road and touring bikes

PS - No drafting allowed!  On Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 9:12:34 PM UTC-7 Clark Fitzgerald wrote: > What is the difference in speed between a conventional road bike and an > unloaded touring bike set up in typical Rivendell style? I'm asking for > measurements and data, simply be

[RBW] Re: Tire choice, tubeless vs. tubes

I had 2.25 G1 all round tires tubeless- made for a plush, buttery ride. The 55mm Rene Herse knobbies tubeless were similar, but noticeably louder / more annoying on pavement. Now I'm on 48mm Rene Herse knobbies with tubes and they are *much* quieter and more precise handling on pavement than

Re: [RBW] Bars and more bars...

Hi John, I second what Joe said: Billie bars are my favorite, particularly for the type of riding you describe. The hand position next to the stem is quite far forward on the Billie bar, so it puts my back in a fairly low position, similar to riding in the drops. I use that position for fast

[RBW] So I tried bike racing...

... and it was a ton of fun! My paddling buddy called me a couple days before the Great American Triathlon because they needed a cyclist to ride as part of a relay team. I've never raced before, but I have been riding touring bikes and commuting since