[RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

I have owned some BIG bikes, and that is a REALLY BIG BIKE. I don't think it's for you, though, Kai. I'd be happy to take it off your hands.  Jay -- 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: Anyone using Catalyst Pedals on their Rivendell?

I have these pedals on my Joe and really like them. It took a few rides to adjust to riding with the foot more forward, but now I don’t even think about it, even though I have these on only one of several bikes. I bought them because flats cause me hotfoot on rides of more than about an hour.

[RBW] Re: Anyone using Catalyst Pedals on their Rivendell?

Probably depends on the length of the rider’s foot. The catalysts are designed to bridge the entire arch of the foot. It works even with my huge feet, removing the concentration of pressure from the ball of the foot. According to the hype on the Pedalling innovations page, optimal efficiency

[RBW] Re: Anyone using Catalyst Pedals on their Rivendell?

No question that I’m just as slow with the Catalysts. Seat comes down, yes. Jay -- 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] Weekend trip: PDX - Astoria - Tillamook

Truly wonderful photos. Thank you. Jay -- 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

[RBW] Re: SKS B 65s or Velo Orange Zeppelins?

Patrick, I have the PB ALX Cascadia fenders over 48s on my Joe and just ordered a set file my upcoming Clem build. Solid fenders. Not as pretty as the VOs, but certainly attractive enough and functional and easy to fit. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Chocolate Spokes

Really enjoyed the video. He’s one of the people I’ll keep in mind in the event that I order a custom down the line. Jay -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

Benz, the Joe has been that way for a couple of months. I used a drop bar for a while but have enjoyed the bike much more with the Jones. I use the bike as a hauler at our cottage. Lots of bad pavement on narrow roads, with bail-out roadside trails for when the traffic is heavy, so the bike

[RBW] Sam and Barlow Pass 700c

I run the Snoqualmie Pass tires on my Sam, without fenders. It’s not a bike I ride in the rain, though. For that I have 700 x 38s on A MBC Monster Cross with Soma Raindog fenders. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Trigger shifters on swept-back bars - Jones or others

There a ton of room on the Jones bars and on the Ospreys. I use Shimano 9 speed on the Joe with Jones. They work great. I got a deal too good to pass up on a 1x crank, and someone gave me a brand new 11-42 cassette for free, so my Clem L will be a 1x11. It strikes me as a little absurd,

[RBW] Re: Large Saddlesack in Olive FS $175

I'm really tempted, Eric. It's the HUGENESS, is all. Just not sure I'd need it, even for loaded touring. Jay On Sunday, November 26, 2017 at 3:13:01 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > One more time … can’t believe nobody needs this bag. Used by me just once, > which is why I’m selling it. Tons

[RBW] WTB (iBob cross post) 30 x 46 square taper (170 approx) crank, silver

I have a VO New Rando 46/30 (with a new 42 in the bargain), but it's 175. Jay -- 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: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Ground clearance will not be an issue on the GDMBR. The VAST majority of the route consists of gravel roads. Jay On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 9:48:19 PM UTC-8, ed wrote: > > Last year I bought Philips' 48 Hunqapillar frame and I just recently > installed a Cliffhanger wheelset with dyno

[RBW] Re: Pics of Jones SG 2.5 on Appaloosa

I think the Jones Bar looks much better with the grips designed for it and some tape to complement the frame. Pic below. On Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: Big cassettes/Do I need a wolftooth roadlink or similar

I'm pretty sure you won't get the 9-speed Deore XT to shift to a 40 without the Roadlink or at least a very long B screw. I used a Roadlink to run an 11-40 rear with a 46/30 front on a 2x touring bike, which worked great, but 46 is about as big as you'll be able to go in the front--the 44

[RBW] Real ride comparison: Joe Appaloosa vs Sam Hillborne vs Roadini?

I have a Sam, a Clem L, and a Joe. Setup is everything. The Clem L is new and a workhorse: groceries, errands, and dog walking. The Joe is in another location—one with bad pavement, lots of gravel connectors, soft forest trails, and a bit of mud—and I have it set it up for “anyroad” riding,

[RBW] Sorely tempted by the Holiday Specials

I have both those bikes. 62 Joe and the 64 Clem. Absolutely love both of them. My suggestion is to commit to buying both, then choose just one at the last minute. That way you'll save the price of an entire bike. Always easier to part with just half the money. Jay -- You received this

[RBW] Re: actual Roadini geometry specs?

Gott in Himmel. This thread has certainly roused passions, if not manners. I don’t phone because I could spend all day on the phone learning from the Riv people, and I’m across an international border, so calls are pricey. I did write as soon as someone mentioned it, but hadn’t before because I

[RBW] Light Touring

I'm often struck by references to "light touring"--most recently in the posted Cheviot brochure, which advises that the bike is suitable for light touring (up to 35 pounds). I'm interested in whether the issue involves frame strength or bike handling. I weigh more than most people PLUS their

[RBW] Re: Light Touring

activities, including 'moderate touring'. Some > people put 75 pounds on a racing bike and ride across country and have the > time of their lives. Those people probably would have done even better on > a Cheviot. > > > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Friday, Novemb

[RBW] Re: actual Roadini geometry specs?

Agreed. I'm at the top end of the fit envelope and wouldn't be able to pull the trigger without a little more info. Jay On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 7:26:10 PM UTC-7, eflayer wrote: > > I get GP's orientation to PBH but give the rest of the biking world a > break. What are the actual

[RBW] Re: First 64cm Clem L

Stephen, I don't know that I ever saw one. At one point, I was ready to order a 59 Clem, but I was on the outer edge of fit for that, with about a 97 PBH, so I backed off and waited--and very glad I did. The Clem has a Brooks B67, so I run the seat a centimetre lower than on my other bikes at

[RBW] Re: First 64cm Clem L

Kai, this one doesn't have the new seat lug, but I was really happy when I pulled the frame from the box and saw the curved stays. On Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 8:00:53 PM UTC-8, Kainalu V. wrote: > > That's beeauuutiful. I like that the seatstays are curvy. The 65 Clem H's > are straight as

[RBW] Re: First 64cm Clem L

I think the 59 would be the one for you in the Clem. I was tempted by the Cheviot, but I'm on the outer edge of that one, too. I could have made it work, but the big Clem is a great fit. Jay On Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 7:40:52 PM UTC-8, MountNormal wrote: > > So at a saddle height of 76,

[RBW] Re: How do you like your Catalyst pedals?

I agree with everything Deacon Patrick says. They are spendy and I have them only on my Joe. They've been there long enough that I rarely think about making the foot-position adjustment. The differences in the pedal size "disappears" when I'm riding, which I think is the ideal. Jay On Friday,

Re: [RBW] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

Joe, it seems to me that when I followed the standard instructions, my experience was much like yours. Then I wanted to take them off, which I managed by opening a gap between the grip and bar with an 18" zip tie and squirting in some soap and water, then working the grip. It took a while. I

[RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

If anyone has a 61, I’d love to know the virtual top tube length and the stack. Jay -- 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] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

I love the Jones and have the 710 Loop on my Joe. When the announced the Jones Loop 2.5, I ordered one immediately and will probably use it on my Beargrease this winter. I have a 64 Clem L on order and will be using a Soma Osprey on that bike. The Osprey is very close to the Jones, without the

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

Well done, Bill. Impressive and inspiring, to say nothing of the insights into bikes, bike culture, and rivishness along the way. Jay -- 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: Graceful as Shrek encountering tourists

“An overnamed knoll.” Love it. Jay -- 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] A question about frame bags

I’ve used them plenty, exclusively for bike packing. We rode most of the GDMBR in 2015. My wife’s XS frame was too small for a practical frame bag, but my XL frame had lots of room. On that ride, there’s plenty of hike-a-bike—or there was for a couple of middle-aged, middle-class, middle-fit

[RBW] Re: My gift to the bunch

Beautiful, Marty. Thank you. Jay On Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 6:34:07 AM UTC-8, MartyG wrote: > > With the introduction of the Frank Jones model, not to mention a few > others, I was reminded it's been two years since I updated the Rivendell > badge poster. As with the last iteration, I

Re: [RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

Great thread, Bill. I love Will's take. My own evolution as an incorrigible tinkerer had been to detach from the opinions of others. I love my bikes, but they are MY bikes and I get a lot of pleasure from figuring it what I want from each one. Jay -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Who's ridden a Steamroller and can compare to the Quickbeam?

I had an All City Big Block. Great bike and I was a fool to sell it. Mine was a 61, which is comparable to the Steamroller in a 61. Not a high-stack bike, mind you. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Thoughts/considerations for Clem as daily do-it-all bike?

I have one of the big Clem L's on the way (another month, I think), and I can't wait. I want it as my do-all'er--hauling, run-arounding, some rail trailing. I've read nothing but good things about these bikes. Jay On Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 8:27:14 AM UTC-7, Tully Lanter wrote: > > Hi,

Re: [RBW] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

Yes. They're the Chucky, not the extra chunky. I have the EC on my Jones and like them more. When I ordered the new bar, I also ordered two sets of the new grips they're selling--one set of the softer ones (clear) and a set of the firmer model (black). Both are 34mm, I believe, which makes them

Re: [RBW] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

Here you go . . . On

Re: [RBW] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

Love the pedals. There’s a thread about them somewhere here. I bought them because I have size 14 feet and suffer from hotfoot when I use flat pedals. They ARE spendy, the moreso in Canadian dollars. I have several bikes but only one set of those pedals. Really, they are aimed (in my world) at

[RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

Brian, I have a 64 Clem L on order. Can’t wait for this bike. It will serve as my local hauler. I’m not sure they’ll be back any time soon, though, so if you want one and have the cash, I’d put in an order. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

If I didn’t have the big Clem L on the way, I’d be all over the Cheviot. Jay -- 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: BMC Road vs Roadini

I have a v2 BMC Monster Cross. I've run it SS and fixed, and full road. Compared to my Rivs, it feels like an aggressive road bike--much lower in the front end. The versatility of semi-horizontal dropouts is fun. I run a Surly Juggernaut on the drive side Jay On Monday, January 15, 2018 at

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

The Rivs will run fatter. I have 700x50 Cazaderos on my Joe Appaloosa and Continental Race Kings on my Clem L. I think you can get a 45 on the BMC. As a gravel bike, the Joe is hard to beat -- if really fat tires are part of what you want. Took me a while and bunch of tinkering to get it the

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

Check the new geo for the BMC road plus. It's a disc frame that can run both 650B x 47 and 700c road wheels, I believe. Mike has brought the front end up. Stack for the largest size is something like 650, if memory serves. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Jones Bar on a Clem H, Appaloosa, or Yves Gomez?

I had the Jones on my Appaloosa and loved it. When I bought a Clem L, I moved the bar to that bike and put a Noodle bar on the Joe, but I’m a tinkerer, so I’ll probably go back one of these days. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

I use my big Clem L (64cm) as a run-around bike for very local errands. I absolutely love the bike. It's a joy to ride. Jay On Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 2:56:42 PM UTC-8, Nancy Seibel wrote: > > Hi, there, I'm seriously thinking of buying a Clem L (I know...that's how > it starts) and

[RBW] FS: Road Bike Parts (Batch)

My next bike was going to be a road bike, but now I'm going another way, or maybe I'll just ride my 5 bikes in rotation and not worry so much about totally covering the spectrum. As a result, I have a bunch of road bike parts that I'd like to get rid of all at once to avoid losing a pile on the

[RBW] New Bike Syndrome

I’d keep the Sam, too. If cycling is important to you, then sometimes it’s great to have a similar-but-different bike. Use a different bar, a wider/thinner tire, and setthe bike (or both bikes) to be a little more purpose driven. I have an Appaloosa set up as an anyroad bike with 700 x 50

[RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met

I've had weight battles my entire life. Some years ago, I was close to 400 pounds. I dropped to 250 a dozen years ago, but I have always struggled with yo-yoing. EBDJ was the first "system" that made it easy to maintain my weight. There are endless books about all this, but one I have found

[RBW] 1x11 Sam Hillborne with a 50t rear cog

Sunrace now sells an 11-50 that fits a standard (I think) Shimano hub, so I don't think that will be XD. Jay -- 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

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day! Black Mountain Monster Cross

Great looking bike. Count me as a fan of the WI cranks, as well--and of the BMC frames. That colour really pops. Jay -- 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] Turkey Vulture Supreme Gearing: New article about super low gearing on the Analog Journal

Thank for this, James. Some time ago, I came across your turkey vulture concept and now employ it on several bikes. I live in an area with plenty of very steep paved and gravel roads—many of them approaching 20% for short stretches—and even steeper sections on the MTB trails. I’ve found that on

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Put a foot into the Golden Age yesterday when I found a On Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 9:10:36 PM UTC-8 Berkeleyan wrote: > I'm in for the long haul. I bought Moustache Bars from RBW for my REI XR > way back in the early 1990's, so that must have been when Grant first put > up a sign. > >

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Definitely a 2TTer leaning into the Clemster age. Own an Appaloosa for touring and running around with various loads (and as my winter bike in a wet climate), a Sam for my version of speed (which is laughably slow, but really it’s just a reminder not to weigh down the bike with the extra 10

[RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

When I build up a new bike, I’m precious all the way. I often use a transparent protective tape anywhere a cable might rub or where experience has taught me that I will pick up a ding. And then I’m paranoid for a while. Inevitably, I relax, allow the bikes to wear the signs of use, and abandon

<    1   2