[RBW] Re: Warning to those who keep cameras in handlebar bags!

Watertight bike bags were meant for holding cans of beer floating in slushy ice, not cameras. And only two beers?!?! John On Wednesday, October 8, 2014 12:15:32 PM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: Yesterday I put my camera, a Nikon Df, into my new Swift Industries Ozette bag on the Atlantis. I

[RBW] Re: What's the safety rule for metal fender size/clearance?

What is the fattest slick these wipers will fit? Thanks, John -- 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.

[RBW] Using Stainless vs Carbon Steel Bolts for Racks?

to the loads our racks are made for, such as the recommended limits for Nitto front back racks? Thanks much, John Phillips -- 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: Using Stainless vs Carbon Steel Bolts for Racks?

Thanks everyone! I was curious, because my Pass Stow front rack came with carbon steel bolts for mounting the supports to the eyes on the bottom of the fork. But then again, I've seen photos of ridiculously heavy loads on Pass Stow racks, including people. John Phillips -- You

[RBW] Re: MonsterCross Hilsen!

Very cool! Will you be racing on those Grip King Pedals too? John On Thursday, October 30, 2014 8:05:33 AM UTC-7, Avery Wilson wrote: For anyone who loves seeing fat knobbies on a roadish bike, here you go! https://flic.kr/p/pSvngY 61cm black and cream A. Homer Hilsen set up fenderless

[RBW] Hub Area Rack, new versus old?

Hi, Has there been any more talk of Riv selling hoops for the older (last July's) version of the HAR? I notice the hub area racks have been re-designed and are quite a bit different from the ones that came out last summer. Shortly after I purchased mine, Riv said they were going to come

[RBW] Re: Speed Wobble on Big Rivs?

Brian, Is that a Swift Industries Paloma bag on your handlebars? On Sunday, November 23, 2014 9:39:13 PM UTC-8, Lovie Cashew wrote: Currently in the market for a lugged steel roadbike for commuting. I only use a rear rack with a basket containing 15lbs or so of stuff. Current (and past)

[RBW] Re: Hub Area Rack, new versus old?

I just received an email from Meisha at Riv that there is no option of purchasing a hoop for the early version of the HAR. :( So it looks like I'll be weight weenie, like you guys. :) Bummer, if I had wanted to be a weight weenie, I wouldn't have bought a Hunqapillar! ;) Thanks!!! John --

[RBW] Re: Hub Area Rack, new versus old?

Mark at Riv confirmed that there will be no hoop for the older HAR's, but he didn't think it would be necessary. How much weight are you people loading into your HAR's? Someone told me theirs had started to work it's way loose while holding only a down sleeping bag. Maybe lots of Locktite on

[RBW] Re: Cross Interrupter Levers on Albas?

I could be wrong, but I think I see two interrupter levers in the photo, one is mostly hidden under the fingers of the right hand. +1 on the Swift bags, very well made, functional cool. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Re: I saw this article and thought of the PB Bikes debate

Ooops, did I sign into the Mordor Bicycle Owners Group by mistake? Are some people seriously choosing an adult toy forum to preach against materialism? Seriously?? Oh, duh! I get it, you were being ironic!!! Silly me! Happy Holidays everyone, John Phillips -- You received

[RBW] Re: This is what Bikes do..

I love that zip-tied wooden dowel light mount!!! Genius! John -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Coldest successful s24o yet..!

Looks like fun! I'm envious. We've been breaking high temperature records here in the SF Bay Area for the last 14 months. John -- 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: Bar Ends vs Paul Thumbies? Anyone tried both?

Thank you everyone for your info opinions. You've all been a big help. It looks like reversed Thumbies under the brake levers might be the way to go with the Ergons. And thanks for pointing out the GC-1's, I had forgotten about those, and they look near perfect for the Alba's. It's also good

[RBW] Re: Black and cream Sam on the Blug

That is a beauty, and a really beautiful fender install, but isn't running Rock 'n' Roads w/o much fender clearance just tempting fate? Maybe the owner will just be cruising the sands of Saudia Arabia, but that little fender clearance gives me the heeby jeebies! Perhaps it's just me...I knew

[RBW] Re: Fixing sharp edges on B67 rivets

jeans. John On Sunday, January 18, 2015 at 5:03:36 PM UTC-8, John Phillips wrote: My wife complains she can feel the sharp edges of the rivets on her Brooks B67. Has anyone had success smoothing the surface of the rivets on a Brooks saddle? Would a Dremel work? Thanks in advance

[RBW] Re: Fixing sharp edges on B67 rivets

Philip, did you use a hammer on copper rivets, or on steel rivets or both? Thanks, John -- 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: Fixing sharp edges on B67 rivets

Ok, I'm glad I asked you guys before I started in. I'll start with a file or files, and see if that won't fix the sharp bits on the rivets before trying a grinding stone with the Dremel. I sure wish Brooks fixed these sharp rivets before the saddles left the factory, but at least I don't have

[RBW] Fixing sharp edges on B67 rivets

My wife complains she can feel the sharp edges of the rivets on her Brooks B67. Has anyone had success smoothing the surface of the rivets on a Brooks saddle? Would a Dremel work? Thanks in advance, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Surprising Failure Today

I'm glad nothing else was damaged and you weren't roaring downhill in traffic! My wife has experience casting non-ferrous metals, and she wasn't surprised by the apparent variation in density in the photos. Kind scary... John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Bar Ends vs Paul Thumbies? Anyone tried both?

My Ergon GC-1 Biokork grips just arrived and they feel good in my hand even before they are mounted on my albas. Thanks again everyone for your advice input. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Micro Winter Project: Plasti-Dipped shifters

Very cool! Thanks for the photos. I was thinking of trying this when I mount my my bar ends on Thumbies. Has anyone ever tried painting the clear Plasti Dip over Newbaum's to finish their handlebars? John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Towards a new category: high performance upright

The name needs some snappy alliteration and/or assonance like gravel grinder if it's going to stick. My vote goes for Keith's idea: Couch Rocket or maybe Retro Couch Rocket. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Bar Ends vs Paul Thumbies? Anyone tried both?

I'm thinking of trying Ergon grips to address some nerve issues in my hands wrists. Has anyone tried both Silver Shifter bar ends and shifters on Paul Thumbies? Any preference of one over the other? I like my bar ends, cork grips and alba's, so I'm wondering if I'll like the Ergon's but not

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

You're not scratching your saddle, you're creating beausage, the patina of love and use! Or you can strip and spread your shirt down on the ground to spare your loved one any discomfort. Bonus points for each 10 degree drop in wind chill below 32F/0C, extra bonus points if you use your pants!

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Please people, if this method won't work for your bike, or if you can't remember to remove electronics from your handle bars, or if you can't find a good place to flip your bike, just don't flip the bike! No one says you have to do it! Nuff said! It's a good video, and I believe Grant thinks

[RBW] Re: Coldest successful s24o yet..!

Mark, Next time try a sheet of bubble foil insulation cut to fit under a winter-rated insulation pad. And closed cell foam pads are safer than inflatables like Thermarest pads, especially when a leak in the pad could be a disaster. Or in an emergency, sleep on top of your panniers. If

[RBW] Re: Somewhat but not entirely OT: Citronella candles/mosquitos?

Patrick, Is there usually a breeze on your porch? If so you would need to put the burning repellant up wind, but it might be too diluted by the breeze to keep the mosquitoes away. Hawaii, my dad used to breed mosquitoes in his bromeliads, right next to his lanai/porch.

[RBW] Re: Contemplating a new saddle

If this is a dumb question, I apologize, but which tires do you have on the Atlantis, and what tire pressures do you ride on? I was just wondering how much road vibration was maybe an issue with your Brooks saddle? I ride on a Berthoud Mente saddle, upright with Albatross bars, but with

[RBW] Re: Fenders in Summer

One needs fenders just to ride through this thread! John -- 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: ~ ~ ~ Meandering ~ ~ ~

I thought meandoneering was more vertical, and meandoneuring was more horizontal. ;) John On Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 12:14:50 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: Meandoneering! With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 1:05:10 PM UTC-6, Garth wrote: My new-to me

[RBW] Re: Weekend s24o report - Waist deep swamp! Poison Ivy! Bloody and Bruised!

Mark, I think you need guys either need way fatter tires, or these bike pontoon boats if you're going to go biking Canadian bogs! http://www.bikerumor.com/2012/12/12/found-akwakat-turns-your-mountain-bike-into-a-pontoon-boat/ John -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Wise Words from a Wracer

For lights reflective wear to work, drivers have to open their eyes, stop texting and pay attention. Oh, and they have to be concerned about hitting someone, of course. In my neighborhood, you could say the same thing about cyclists as well. :( John -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Need advice for avoiding embarrassing Brooks saddle stain...

Zach, Riv has some very nice Rando Jo saddle covers for Brooks saddles in gray: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/s92.htm and they're available in other colors on the Randi Jo web site. Very well made, snug fitting seat covers. And Randi Jo will also make custom saddle covers if you give

[RBW] Re: Measuring sit bones: hilarity ensues

The sitting on a piece of paper on foam method gave me 13cm, so I thought a B17 would work. On the bike, I couldn't really tell which saddle felt right until I switched to a set of Barlow Pass tires. Marathons transmitted so much road noise, I couldn't tell the difference between crappy

[RBW] Re: Need advice for avoiding embarrassing Brooks saddle stain...

That's why I ride in black MUSA knickers and on a B67 select saddle. John On Sunday, July 26, 2015 at 12:36:41 PM UTC-7, Zach Duval wrote: I cycle. I cycle with a comfy, well-broken-in Brooks on my Sam, and due to the comfortable nature of this setup, I cycle in my day-to-day shorts. I

[RBW] Wool for handllebar grips???

Hi, More out of curiosity than wanting to get rid of my cork grips, but what sort of wool does one use for handlebar grips? I've seen it in some Rivendell photos, but I've never seen it for sale on their web site. Has anyone here ever tried it? Anyone ever tried it and liked it? Thanks,

[RBW] Re: Making the Betty Foy bettier!!!

+1 on putting Compass tires on the Betty Foy. My wife thinks her 26" tires are the bee knees! John On Thursday, November 12, 2015 at 2:15:33 PM UTC-8, René wrote: > > As I wait for the right new owner of my Hunqapillar, and thanks to having > already lost 40+ pounds thanks to EBDJ, I've picked

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

I have mine mounted on Velocity Atlas rims. No problems at all. John On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 3:44:16 PM UTC-8, john wrote: > > Could be wrong, but it looks like you're running Velocity rims on the > Atlantis...Can you speak to the mounting of the tires on your rims? Easily > mounted, or

Re: [RBW] Re: New fat 700 tires! 700x42 ultra light

t; Soma says minimum of 40 psi. In my opinion they can go a few pounds > lower but due to stiffer tread (by design for wear) they start to feel > squirrely at 35 in the rear. > > Mitch Browne > San Luis Obispo, CA > > On Mon, Nov 2, 2015 at 10:19 AM, John Phillips <jphil...@ic

[RBW] Re: New fat 700 tires! 700x42 ultra light

Has anyone tried these yet? My pair of Soma Vitesse extra wear tread just arrived at my office. John On Friday, October 9, 2015 at 7:26:25 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: > > https://instagram.com/p/8mMR3jotbY/ > > Check out these new tires that just dropped from Soma! This is what I've > been

[RBW] Small Sackville Saddlesack, will it fit, or will it sag?

Hi, I'm looking for something bigger than the XS Sackville saddlebag to use when I'm not using a rear rack. I'm one of those who doesn't have much space to spare between the saddle of my 54cm Hunq, and the rear tire, especially when I'm riding fatter tires. When I checked again this

[RBW] Re: Small Sackville Saddlesack, will it fit, or will it sag?

irly dense > things like ventile and wool. Here's a shot of mine after a number of years > of use: > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/18386266819/in/dateposted-public/ > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Friday, October 16, 2015 at 12:23:25 PM UTC-6, John

[RBW] Re: Bikepacking Pikes Peak

Hi Patrick, Beautiful country, Patrick, really incredible country. I hope your brain is on the road to recovery, oops, I mean bike path to recovery! John On Friday, October 16, 2015 at 2:48:52 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > All bikepacking trips are adventure. Toss in brain injury

[RBW] Re: Small Sackville Saddlesack, will it fit, or will it sag?

oday's load. > I do like the look and ease of use of the saddlesacks. > All the best, > Erl > > > On Friday, October 16, 2015 at 2:23:25 PM UTC-4, John Phillips wrote: > > Hi, > > > >I'm looking for something bigger than the XS Sackville saddlebag to

[RBW] Re: Tire Review: WTB Nano 40

Thanks for posting your review. I had read the Black Mountain Cycles review last year http://www.blackmtncycles.com/2014/05/theres-new-tire-in-town.html but the thorn resistance is good news! John On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 9:49:59 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > I've had

[RBW] Re: New fat 700 tires! 700x42 ultra light

Has there been any mention yet about when these will be available for purchase? John On Friday, October 9, 2015 at 7:26:25 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: > > https://instagram.com/p/8mMR3jotbY/ > > Check out these new tires that just dropped from Soma! This is what I've > been waiting for on my

[RBW] Re: Tire Review: WTB Nano 40

Good to hear. It's not that I distrusted Mike's review, but it's good knowing they rode the same for you. As the Barlow Pass and Clement MSO's are my favorites on my Hunq, I think it's time to stop procrastinating & buy a pair. John On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 9:49:59 AM UTC-7,

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

Ooooh Lynne! A Svea! Be still my beating heart! Now that's doin' coffee outside! John On Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 10:43:40 AM UTC-7, Lynne Fitz wrote: > > Finally got myself doing a Coffee Outside: > http://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2015/10/coffeeneuring-2015-coffee-outside.html -- You

[RBW] Spotted: Rivendell on Geary Blvd this AM

Rode past a beautiful red Rivendell with moustache bars on Geary Blvd this morning, near Van Ness in SF, about 8:30am. Gorgeous! John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: So why no Titanium Wald basket?

Just hang them on your trophy wall with a small plaque stating how many days/trips the rack survived before its untimely demise. ;) John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: The Manny Strap?

$9.95 (plus S) on Amazon in "Please Don't Run Over Me!" Yellow! ;) [image: Plastic Shopping Baskets w/ Handles - Quantity 1 - Color: Yellow - Eco Friendly Reusable Retail Store / Grocery Basket - Better Than Paper or Plastic Bags] John On Thursday, October 1, 2015 at 6:48:20 AM UTC-7, Garth

[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

I enjoy reading Grant's posts bikes, parts, wear & tear, repairs, etc. I usually learn something. As someone who's worked with the public for 30 odd years, I can sympathize with Grant's frustration, and with his need to say something in his blog when something in the bike business bothers him.

[RBW] Re: MUSA Pants?

I sure hope they bring back the MUSA knickers. Otherwise, my only choice is to stop losing weight. This is depressing. I live in my MUSA knickers & MUSA shorts...oh well. John On Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 3:34:31 PM UTC-7, Steve Cole wrote: > > In a heartbeat, I would buy a couple of

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

MD's are not just tired of *looking at trauma*, I know someone who treats ER MD's for vicarious psychological trauma suffered from treating mangled accident victims. Can you imagine needing to see a shrink, because you are too psychologically traumatized from working in the ER to ride your own

[RBW] Re: Wald Basket??

No philosophical problem with zip-ties here, but my zip-ties fail if I wrap them round in the figure-8 wrap. One 1-2 months old & they just pop off. This doesn't happen if I just wrap it once, zip it & trim it. But I've become disenchanted with the whole front-basket-floppy-thing. Now my

Re: [RBW] Where to buy RBW Summer Gloves now that they are gone?

Ken, Do those Veeka gloves fit true to size, or do you recommend buying up or down a size or two? Thanks, John On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 9:28:05 PM UTC-7, Ken Mattina wrote: > > http://veeka.cc/usa/product-category/gloves/ > > On Sun, Jun 5, 2016 at 9:54 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch < >

Re: [RBW] Where to buy RBW Summer Gloves now that they are gone?

Ken, So you can trust the sizing guidelines on the Veeka website? John On Monday, June 6, 2016 at 11:07:08 AM UTC-7, Ken Mattina wrote: > > My hands are regular and the medium gloves fit me fine. > > On Mon, Jun 6, 2016 at 9:19 AM, John Phillips <jphil...@icloud.com > >

[RBW] Re: Plastic fenders - never again

I spent hours with a hair dryer trying to straighten a front SKS fender for my Hunqapillar, then gave up and decided my Hunqapillar will remain fenderless and knobby. When it cam time for my AHH, I surrendered to a higher power/talent/wisdom/workshop and paid Rivendell to do it. Best money I

[RBW] Re: Plastic fenders - never again

; It runs 559sx46s. P65s went on without a hitch. Plenty of room... Hunqs > should be same-same... > > On Friday, June 10, 2016 at 11:16:54 AM UTC-5, John Phillips wrote: >> >> I spent hours with a hair dryer trying to straighten a front SKS fender >> for my Hunq

[RBW] Re: Tallux Stem Measurements - 10cm? 11cm?

Hi Cecily, Have you spoken with Rivendell? If I were in your shoes, I would call them up and describe what you want to do. Will at Riv helped me pick the right Tallux stem extension when moving from albatross bars to drop bars. I think they have helped a lot of people with the same

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

I know carbon would not have held up to what we did as kids. We were monsters! Our parents would have been foolish to spend extra cash on a bike with carbon parts. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

I want a "Garbage Pail Bike" patch to go next to my "Just Ride" patch! Thank you Andrew, you made my day! I must have missed this the first time round. John "Garbage Pail Hunqapillar", Berkeley ( I love it when people try to dis' my hometown! ) On Thursday, January 14, 2016 at 9:02:56 AM

[RBW] Re: Latest Blug, MUSA clothing, and Crapmanship

I would be willing to pre-pay for 3 Large size knickers if Riv could be talked into an order! Please baby! Please baby! Please baby plase!!! John On Saturday, February 6, 2016 at 9:38:49 AM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > New entry yesterday says that MUSA items will be cut back because

[RBW] Lower Handlebars for Loaded Baskets & Porteur Racks?

Hi, I was looking at Google photos of bikes with porteur racks, and I noticed that most bikes had un-Riv-like lower handlebars, placing the handle bars closer to the rack and the load. On the Riv staff bike webpage, Sean & Jenny have their handle bars set closer to their porteur racks as

[RBW] Re: How to clean the Word's Dirtiest Saddlebag?

Try something gentle, like cold water & Woolite on the fabric, and leather cleaner on the leather? John -- 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: Ditched the dirt drops for Alba's. Not sure yet...

Hi Mark, On my Hunq, I raised my stem about even or maybe a little above my saddle, so that I could give my Albatross bars a bit of a downward tilt. If you look on the Riv staff bikes webpage, I have them set something like you see on Will's Sam & Hunq. This way my wrists stay straight in

[RBW] Re: Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

I used struts like these bolted to the mid-fork braze-ons of my 54cm Hunqapillar: -- 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: Pass & Stow Porteur Rack Experiences.

Matt, Mr. P, also has a new 3-Rail front rack (about half the width of the porteur), and a new back rack in the works. He also said he has found a new, more durable powder-coat for the racks. I ordered a 3-Rail rack for myself a few days ago. I've used my P porteur on my Hunq. Very nice, very

[RBW] Re: Ditched the dirt drops for Alba's. Not sure yet...

Mark, How are the Albatross bars holding up during rides vs your prarie winds? John On Monday, February 29, 2016 at 12:21:40 PM UTC-8, Mark Reimer wrote: > > I decided to try swapping my Soma Portola dirt drop bars on my Atlantis > for Albatross bars. I had them on for a short while last year

[RBW] Re: Need Your Advice on Husband's Crazy Clem Idea

Drew, that is a very cool cup holder! Very Zen in its simplicity! John On Sunday, March 27, 2016 at 4:23:48 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: > > im all about the cup holder. i made mine more waldish, but i fully support > the idea. > > > >

[RBW] Re: Saddles

What's your handle bar set up? On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 7:41:44 AM UTC-7, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > > Seeking the collective wisdom of the group before spending $$ on > another new saddle that may or may not fit me on my Sam Hillborne. > > HISTORY > Brooks B17N - too narrow, what was I

[RBW] Re: Saddles

Ooops, sorry, I missed that you said you were using Albatross bars. My sit bones measure about the same as yours. On my Hunqapillar w/ albatross bars, Nitto lugged seatpost and saddle slid all the way back, I like the Berthoud Mente best (the Vars is the expensive titanium version of the

[RBW] Re: Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

Hi Cecily, Just a thought, but what tires are you riding? My wife thought her Brooks B67s was too hard until I switched her Betty Foy over to a pair of 26" Compass Bicycles' tires. The same worked for me on my Hunqapillar. After I put on a pair of Barlow Pass tires, my favorite saddle is

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe tubes...tighten those presta valve cores!

I found them at the Ben's Cycles web site. John On Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 11:19:51 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > If anyone knows a source, I'd be grateful to know. > > On Thu, Mar 24, 2016 at 11:45 AM, Tim Gavin > wrote: > >> I honestly don't know. I

[RBW] Re: On tire supple-itude

Hi, My neighborhood roads are much worse than those in Steve's photos. My wife & I both thought something was wrong with our bikes, because we didn't experience that same "Wow!" when we brought our new Riv's home. Turns out, those road surfaces near Riv HQ were simply smoother than what's

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe tubes...tighten those presta valve cores!

> > > http://www.amazon.com/Tufo-Valve-Tool-by/dp/B018RP1RKG/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8=1458846739=8-5=tufo+valve+tool > > On Thu, Mar 24, 2016 at 12:29 PM, John Phillips <jphil...@icloud.com > > wrote: > >> I found them at the Ben's Cycles web site. >> >> Joh

[RBW] Cambium C19's?

I ordered one this week to try out on my Hunqapillar. Has anyone ridden one of these wider Cambium's yet? Thanks, John -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Ditched the dirt drops for Alba's. Not sure yet...

I forgot to add, I also use the Riv cork grips on my Albas, which gives my hands a wider, cushier grip/resting place. Ergon grips work well too. I use Ergon biokorks on my Brompton. If I just used tape on my Albas, I the narrower grip would give me sore hands after awhile. John -- You

[RBW] Re: flat pedals, thin pedals, long pedals

I can see the benefits of a long & narrow pedal in concept, I like the shape of the Grip Kings, but it seems to me that the benefits could only truly be realized if these pedals were sold in sizes to match shoe sizes. Otherwise, a one-size-fits-all pedal is going to be too long for small feet,

Re: [RBW] Re: On tire supple-itude

Aside from the question of speed, I did notice the tires listed here http://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/mtb-reviews/schwalbe-big-one-2016

[RBW] Re: New Panaracer-made 700c x 50 tire?

Panaracer Gravel Kings in 700c x 52mm?!? Those would get my Hunqapillar drooling! -- 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: How to keep your bike from getting stolen.

One needs to regrease the threads each time one unlocks & relocks the wheel? John On Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 1:16:52 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: > > They say you must grease the threads upon each use. > They say you should tighten by hand, then 1-1.5 turns after that with tool. > But I usually

[RBW] Re: How to keep your bike from getting stolen.

I found a column in an online bike rag yesterday, can't remember where, in which the columnist said Pitlock wheel skewers will eventually strip and need replacement. This guy said his lasted three years before needing to be replaced. Has anyone here had any experiences with Pitlock skewers

[RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

I thought this was what was referred to as "beausage." ;) Looking at the Riv staff bikes, it looks like they are just as divided on this issue as the forum is. Has anyone been happy with pedal straps like Hold Fast foot retention straps? I see they now come in Bacon. Seems appropriate. :)

[RBW] Re: good blug post on rim and disk brakes

It almost sounds to me like Grant is arguing with himself inside his own noggin over adding disc brakes to his line up. Or was this started by customers? As I was reading, I thought to myself, "Ok, my Hunqapillar is a touring bike rated to carrying a load up to 360lbs, we (Riv & I) live in

[RBW] Re: Interesting flower I saw on ride today.

This morning, I stepped outside my office here in San Francisco to make a call from the park across the street, saw these flowers, and said to myself, "Hey, I know what tree that is!" You learn all sorts of things here! :) John On Monday, May 9, 2016 at 7:57:28 AM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] More, or less lights/reflectivity better?

Dill Pickle Gear also makes great reflective velcro ankle bands. I read a study (forgot where) that concluded that reflective ankle bands made bicyclists more visible & identifiable to approaching drivers from a longer distance, so someone has tried to determine what makes cyclists more

[RBW] Re: Cambium C19's?

to be much more fun with my 48 cm Noodles than with my Albatross bars. Maybe I just need to full retro with my Hunqapillar and order a completely sprung out Brooks B135, a travel tea service & pith helmet. :) John On Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 12:00:45 PM UTC-7, John Phillips wrote: &

[RBW] Re: Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

Nice looking mud flaps, Mark, what are they made from? John -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

material to > make a few pairs. However, I wouldn't do it again. It's heavy duty leather > but doesn't hold up to the moisture. Next time I'll use some kind of > plastic or rubber > > On Tue, Apr 19, 2016 at 9:46 AM, John Phillips <jphil...@icloud.com > > wrote: > &

[RBW] Re: Rivendell on the C Forum

Chris, I apologize for offending you. I don't actually read those other forum threads criticizing Grant or Rivendell, because I find them pointless, uninformed and idiotic. I do enjoy someone satirizing these critics. But I do sincerely apologize for offending you, and I apologize to

[RBW] Re: Rivendell on the C Forum

If the humorous stuff is best read in the "voice" of the "Most Interesting Man in the World" ads, perhaps the criticisms of Rivendell & Grant in these other forums would be best read in the voice of a clueless Roseanne Rosanadana. :) John -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: WTTry: MKS Toe clips and leather straps

Did the Hold Fast Straps not work out for you? John On Sunday, May 13, 2018 at 7:52:05 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Anyone have a beat up pair of toe clips (and mounting hardware) and > leather straps I could try? I’ve got big feet (12 in summer, 14 in winter > with boiled wool socks),

[RBW] Re: U locks and Pitlocks

I live in Berkeley in the SF bay area where bike theft is common. As someone mentioned above, with the right cutting wheel, a portable angle grinder can cut the heaviest u-locks with two cuts in less than 2 minutes, so where you lock up is important. I like to sleep with my Hunqapillar

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

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,

[RBW] Re: Way Cool Swift Campout Video

Love it! Wish it was a bit longer though. John On Monday, June 25, 2018 at 6:58:03 PM UTC-7, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > > Check out this video our friend made from this weekend's campout: > > https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JJ703cyQVeU=youtu.be > > It's so cool!! > > Alex

[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant

e doesn't want to speak up for human decency, compassion & human rights, one should remember the French revolution and the examples of authoritarian regimes of the 20th century: innocent or guilty they may come for anyone next. Again, thank you Grant for your gracious words, John Phillip

[RBW] Re: Torque spec for quil stem questions

I'm the kind of idiot who can over tighten a quill's stem bolt so much that I broke it. I was using a new Park torque wrench which failed to stop at the specified limit. I drove my Hunqapillar over to Riv HQ and asked Mark to look over my head tube to see if I had caused any damage to my frame.

[RBW] Re: How avoid sore throats from riding in cold weather?

Patrick, You might want to have your doc check your health with a blood test. I was suffering from several different problems, including catching "colds" which led to pneumonia freakishly frequently. A blood test revealed a serious vitamin D deficiency which once corrected, corrected

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