[RBW] Towing a kid bike?

2019-03-24 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
It's tricky, but I've bungeed front wheels alongside my rear rack. Two connections on the front of the wheel and one to the towed bike's fork. Get it right and it's a trailer (not for riders though) Unfortunately I've no pictures, but I promise it's a thing. I've also tried the upside down kids

[RBW] Rivendell Road Re-Build

2019-03-30 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
It's lovely! And a great candidate for lug lining. Enjoy it -Kai -- 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] Need help with front derailleur adjustment

2019-03-30 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Did you switch the housing as well? Even if, I've gotten some bad housing in the past... Many folks use brake housing for all shifter runs. If you're running friction out back, it's fine for that, and it's always great up front. Good luck -Kai -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] 62cm Hunqapillar complete

2019-02-25 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I've got a huge Clem with one whopper of a toptube + a couple kidneys I'd trade for that Rosco! -Kai -- 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] SKS fenders secu clips

2019-02-27 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
You've gotta push harder than you think you'd need to. To give yourself a little more leverage you could sandwich the stays with a couple wood blocks and a clamp, but I think you can do it with the power of will. Good luck! -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: FS- 64cm Wisconsin borne Samuel Hillborne frameset

2019-03-10 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
And it was a treat seeing you enjoying it two days in a row! (So strange in a world relatively devoid of beautiful big bikes) My takeaway is to never ever sell a bike frame again, unless it's a double. Welcome to the Rivlist! -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] NAHBS Gus photos

2019-03-22 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Not sure how many are familiar with the user "bicycle pubes" on the social media, so maybe Cecil's comment slipped by unnoticed, but it's pretty funny. I may not agree with his take on Mr. Peterson and his Mr. Wilson, but Grant was holding a beer at least. -Kai "Cecil March 18, 2019 at 11:54

[RBW] Ride in the wind -- or not?

2019-02-16 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Headwinds- I'll keep my chin up, not looking at the ground, pretending to go really fast. Tailwinds- hardly exist. In the winter I've always got headwinds on my way to work, and they never end up as tailwinds for the ride home. It's the darndest thing, I suppose I'm affected by something akin

[RBW] 650B wheels?

2019-04-10 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
This may sound ridiculous to some, but if I were putting together a new wheelset right now, I'd get whatever brake tracked rims were great (Pacenti, Velocity,etc...) and some disc brake ready hubs (white industries?). I'd then go to work on those rims with a couple of winter's of salty slime

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

2019-04-17 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
How does sizing compare between Berthoud and Brooks? The widest Berthoud is around 180mm, but their sides are much closer to vertical than Brooks', so I'm wondering if their widest models have similar sit bone comfort/measurements to Brooks with 20 or so more millimeters. I love my Brooks B68,

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

2019-04-17 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
overall fit and feel of the two saddles is very > different. I'm happy with both. > > On Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 5:03:05 PM UTC-4, Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY > wrote: >> >> How does sizing compare between Berthoud and Brooks? The widest Berthoud >> is around 180m

Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

2019-04-17 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
imilar reach and saddle-to-bar drop. The B17 Select has far more > miles on it, and is more broken in. The Aspin feels noticeably narrower. > Not a bad thing--the overall fit and feel of the two saddles is very > different. I'm happy with both. > > On Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 5:03:05 PM

[RBW] New Bike Day! 50cm MIT Atlantis

2019-04-16 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Every Atlantis should have a skateboard rack. Enjoy it -Kai -- 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] Aesthetics Issue

2019-05-16 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Yup, dirt drop has that nice straight line economy. Gets the bar up while sinking plenty of quill. Who said "Just because you can drive 80 mph and some governing body says it's safe, doesn't mean you should"? Regardless of who said it, the same is true for quill extension. -Kai -- You

[RBW] Paul motolite reviews?

2019-05-15 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
They're the absolute best brakes ever. The adjustability is second to none, easy, solid, precise. The release is quick and easy. They look weird, which is a plus. There's nothing else that comes close, I just wish they were free. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Gus or Susie

2019-05-27 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Sub 165 on an XL? That's some long and skinny (I'm long and skinny too (6'8" 200lbs)) maybe the XL will not be as thinly tubed? I don't think many who can ride it are near or under the prescribed weight limit. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] FS: 68 CM Rambouillet Frame/Fork/HS

2019-05-25 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I want this frame! Unfortunately it's too beautiful for my wallet, even at this low low price (wallet egregiously depleted by children end replacement drivetrain parts). Thanks for sharing it with the world -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Newbaum's now offers wider, more padded tape

2019-05-29 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
And Ergons get even better when wrapped with a nice thin cotton tape. -Kai -- 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] Preparing Riv for Baby

2019-06-18 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Next summer is your summer of baby cruising, with an orange Yepp mini up front, which you can come pick up as my gift (it's only a little bit dirty) And your canti'd fork! Which you most certainly don't want to test with baby aboard... -Kai -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Preparing Riv for Baby

2019-06-18 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Oh my! That baby bike rules. I use a big Rosco to take my 2nd grader to school on the way in to work, sitting on a sturdyish homemade rack. Today I put my my preschooler on there too (but walked beside). The one and only thing that's bothered me with step throughs and kiddos was once they got

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-12 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Though they rarely get a chance to roll, my HHH and I love our 60mm g-ones mounted tubeless on cliffhangers. And the same tires mounted tubeless, also with cliffhangers, on my Rosco Bubbe are way way way way preferable to tubed when rolling around the mean streets of NYC. I go through roughly

[RBW] Re: WTB: 52 Clem L or 45 Clem H

2019-06-23 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
You might need a Dyno hub, they're better than you might think or remember. Definitely worth keeping (and buying) -Kai -- 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: Rain Cape Recommendation

2019-06-23 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
That bonus should read cup and cone bottom bracket, not that that's all it could buy you... On Sunday, June 23, 2019 at 8:11:22 PM UTC-4, Dave Grossman wrote: > I am in the market for a rain cape for commuting.  I'd like to keep it well > under $100 if possible, and I'm in the Midwest so you

[RBW] FS: Small HubbuHubbuh tandem

2019-06-24 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
That's a crazy good deal, someone will be by with a small envelope of cash in no time. Enjoy your kitchen! -Kai -- 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: daily post ur riv

2019-06-15 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Yowza! That's an amazing party train you've got there. Camping done right. -Kai -- 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] Help Please w/ Stupid Question About Quill Stems & Forks

2019-05-11 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
1 millimeter will do, but if that doesn't get you where you want to be, shortening the quill's no big deal. -Kai (who iften wishes this were an issue for me (my head tubes are bottomless)) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: FS: 51cm Bleriot

2019-05-22 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Is her newer bike running those mondo bosco bars? Would love to see pics, but I'll keep an eye out on the bridge in the meantime... -Kai On Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at 6:54:09 PM UTC-4, chris feczko wrote: > > Hi all. Bike is SOLD. > > Thanks for the interest > -- You received this

[RBW] Re: FS: 51cm Bleriot

2019-05-23 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Nice. -- 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, send email to

[RBW] PSA: 67cm Homer on SF CL

2019-05-19 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I'm 6'8", and this would be fun, but my dream Homer is a 69, or maybe a 71 to experience the too big craze. I saw a 6'7"er with a 72cm Colnago and a huge grin at the Brooklyn Bike Jumble yesterday, so yeah, 71 please? -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] PSA: 67cm Homer on SF CL

2019-05-19 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I think Will's 6'5", so if you're 6'4" or more, this is your new bike! -- 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: Mark’s Rack in Rear of 50 cm Cheviot

2019-05-19 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
You could use short enough screws to attach to both sides of the hourglass, triangulating well enough to support a saddlebag no sweat, with a diving board of course. Would be good for side to side structure/zero sway as well. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Mystery bike in April Blahg

2019-04-29 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I've had Shimano and SP hubs and ridden them in nasty bumpy gross goop for years. The light weight of the lamps makes them mostly stay put through the rough stuff, and the hubs keep rolling and sending out power no problems (knocking wood). Important would be to make your wire runs low profile

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-04-18 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Thanks Drw! They're funky, but the price was right (time, I'm cheap) -- 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: Berthoud Saddles

2019-04-19 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Thanks John, Do you find yourself sitting farther forward on the Berthouds? -Kai -- 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: daily post ur riv

2019-04-18 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I've been meaning to take some glamour shots of my Rosco Bubbe, but haven't. Anyhoo, yesterday I stopped by 718 cycles as an errand took me through their neighborhood and Joe of 718 took my bike aside for some shots while I checked out their beautiful goods. Here's a link to those pics on

[RBW] FS Cheviot Blue 55

2019-07-12 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Arguably the greatest missionary bike of all time! -- 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

[RBW] Re: WTB: Schwalbe G-one Speed Performance 27.5x2.35

2019-07-13 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I've gotten liteskinned versions for as low as $25!, worth a peek. -Kai -- 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] MIT Atlantis and chain length

2019-07-03 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
New school says two masterlinks and Grant's your uncle, but that might make me like school in summer? I know the skills of chain pinning, and I respect the game, but masterlinks are s easy. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Is this Compass tire usable?

2019-07-02 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
If you're using it tubeless, you can just stick a repair worm in there and you're back at it in a flash. I get those massive holes fairly often and the worms work every time. This is the one I use- https://www.rei.com/product/144726/lezyne-tubeless-patch-kit -Kai -- You received this

[RBW] Friction vs Indexed

2019-04-09 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
No reason to have a Friction vs Indexed battle, you can and should have both! Any indexed shifter worth it's salt will have a friction option. So, if my indexing ever goes out or gets wonky, I change over, tool free. But it doesn't, indexing rules... -Kai -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Friction vs Indexed

2019-04-09 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Here they are! I think they're yours?, unless it's another friend. If so, you should really keep them. Paired with some Paul's thumbies and they're the greatest thumb shifters around. https://groups.google.com/forum/?utm_source=digest_medium=email#!topic/internet-bob/_NkQDZXqVz4 -Kai On

[RBW] Threadless Headset Questions

2019-04-14 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
The top Allen bolt only does it's job (setting your bearing load) when the stem bolts are loose. If they're tight (the stem bolts on the side) the top bolt can do nothing. Fact is, you don't really need that top bolt and cap. It's not a bad thing to have, but I used to faintly tighten the stem

[RBW] Recommend a film camera

2019-08-16 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Nothing's realer than pinhole photography. Not so good for on the bike snapshots, but if you've got some time to kill and an f64 sewing needle... -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Shifting issues on 1st Gen Clementine

2019-08-13 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Possible good news- silver shifters will go on those same thumb mounts on your Clementine, no need to do any grip/handlebar messiness. An easy swap for what you know and love. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: WTB -- BOBish bike. And -- thoughts on this Romlus FS?

2019-08-25 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Looks nice, maybe a bit expensive (a little too new), doesn't take big tires if that's what you're in to. The Brooklyn Bike Jumble's coming up in a few weeks, you could find something there if not here. Or Jamison B., he's selling off stock for rockin' prices... -Kai On Sunday, August 25, 2019

[RBW] RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-11 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Is there anyone headed up early in the morning on Saturday from the NYC area? Or maybe you're passing by the tristate area at dawnish? I could meet most anywhere. I'd be on my unfoldable Rosco Bubbe, but have gas money and a willingness to ride in uncomfortable contortions just to get to a

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-11 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Thanks Bob! Thanks Roberta! Looks like the earliest I can get to Mahwah train station is 7:34. Then there's an 8:30something that's probably too late. So yeah, if 7:34 in Mahwah can work, great! Does that work for the Garden State parkway too? Maybe 287 is the parkway? If there's a possible two

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-12 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
HUZZAH!! -- 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 discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-09-13 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I dreamt of owning this bike (I just set up my 2nd!) It's a sickness, I feel like I must own them all, these Bubbes, the best bike ever made... -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-09-14 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
"In my opinion this is the coolest step-through ever made" Wrong! I heard it's been proven a scientific fact that this one's the coolest. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-09-15 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Exactly the one! A fine journal, thanks for posting the digital grab, been meaning to scan it... (Almost let my print subscription lapse!!) -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Fwd: Riv Huge Mtn Mixte frame - delivered within CA, not shipped

2019-07-17 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
If I hadn't just picked up my 2nd (I now control a third of the world's supply!) I'd have picked this up. It's the best, and that's not just opinion, it's really the best frame ever. If you're over 6'2", I'd bet it'll work for you. Better yet, nobody buy this before I can get my ducks in a row

Re: [RBW] Bombadil 68-cm FS or Trade

2019-07-26 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Happiest of rolls to whomever picked up that beauty! More pictures please... -Kai -- 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 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-19 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Hey Mark, I was thinking the same thing but I only know what google maps thinks is the right route to Poughkeepsie. Is there one clearly favorable route? Mostly rail trail? And concerns with catching that last 9:45 train... how long might that ride take moving at a spirited yet leisurely pace?

[RBW] Re: WTB: Sackville SaddleSack Small

2019-09-28 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I've got a tan one and some green sharpies! Custom colorway? Tan can go any which way.. -Kai -- 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: 64cm Clem L for sale ☹️

2019-10-01 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Sorry to hear this bike's causing you trouble, it looks great to me. What size cranks are those? -Kai -- 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: FS: Clem L, orange, w upgrades $1200, size 52

2019-09-26 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
It's not a competition of course, but GO NY!!! -- 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] Smaller tires on Cliffhanger rims? Snoqualmie (44mm) or small as 38mm? Sam Hillborne 700c

2019-09-27 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
$255 Cliffhanger wheelset?! Where? (If you don't mind sharing) I'll take 2 please... -Kai -- 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] Smaller tires on Cliffhanger rims? Snoqualmie (44mm) or small as 38mm? Sam Hillborne 700c

2019-09-29 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Handbuilt wheels are best (assuming a good builder), but $145 for a rear wheel was too good for me to pass on, I bought two. I'll get some handbuilt fronts with Dyno hubs I've got, maybe even my own hands if I can find the time. -Kai (60mm tubeless Big Ones/G-ones por vida) -- You received

[RBW] Roadeos with 32mm tires and fenders

2019-09-27 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
There's always the option of splitting the fender at the brake bridge, but you need to get creative with your hardware/riveter, and there's the ugliness... -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] briar tires

2019-11-10 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
If it's an option, tubeless is the best thing since tubes. Or big tubes with sealant, big because the less a sealant filled tube needs to expand, the better. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo Nov 2 and 3. Rivendell to exibit

2019-10-31 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
And while filling their bellies, don't forget to empty their hands of merchandise/buy those bikes! And bags maybe? -Kai -- 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] tubeless tire repair & maint Q

2019-11-17 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I carry a plug kit, extra sealant, and a valve tool. I don't lose sealant through the atmosphere, so refilling schedule is dependent on how many horrible things I've run over lately. When it doesn't seal up and is a small hole, I add sealant (by removing the valve) and go on my merry way, if

Re: [RBW] Anyone elsed notice Rivendell's freaky, inconsistent seatpost standards?

2019-11-11 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I use a s-84 27.2 lugged post on my 29.8 Clem no problem! I used a shim which I filed to fit the contours of the seat lug. Never slipped, and looked even better to my eye. As for my 26.8 Roscos, nitto makes the s-83. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] WTB: rear wheel, 700c, 135mm wide, 9 speed compatible, rim brake, quick release

2019-12-02 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Tree fort bikes has a rear wheel for $145. Straight gauge spokes, Cliffhanger rim with a deore hub. Tension looked good, still ok after a couple hundred miles... -Kai https://www.treefortbikes.com/Quality-Wheels-Rear-Wheel-Clydesdale-XL-Rim-Brake-700c -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: WTB: rear wheel, 700c, 135mm wide, 9 speed compatible, rim brake, quick release

2019-12-03 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Thanks for the wheel suggestion Abe! Good luck on the hunt for used, but if that doesn't work, might Treefort do a similarly priced skinnier wheel? $145 is a crazy good price for what you get. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] FS: Components & Bags

2019-12-03 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Interested in the dura-ace shifters and the shop sack. Will dm asap -Kai -- 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: daily post ur riv

2019-12-04 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
That's a good looking bicycle! I had a 64 Sam that I sold (which I deeply regretted, but it's in a happy home), it was the largest size made and the only Sam made in Wisconsin at the time. Enjoy yours -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: WTB: Ram or Hilsen fork, 260mm steerer (for resurrection)

2019-12-10 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I've got a couple of quickbeam forks in a box somewhere that belonged to 68cm beams. I'm not certain of their length, but maybe 260mm?, certainly not smaller. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: WTB: Ram or Hilsen fork, 260mm steerer (for resurrection)

2019-12-12 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
320mm!! -- 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 discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: Law professor, Riv Rider

2019-12-05 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
The stolen ones were Globes, having replaced the "junk" they were on prior. I hope that junk wasn't a couple of gorgeous customs. -Kai -- 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: Law professor, Riv Rider

2019-12-05 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Peter Wicker, the owner of Outback Bikes in Atlanta, might have that junk in his garage -- 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: Law professor, Riv Rider

2019-12-05 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I can neither confirm or deny that some idiot did that, but if someone did do that it puts them deep into evil and nasty, not so much idiocy. Free customs and being the bearer of gifts? It's a win/win! Jimmy's got too much going on to sweat the small stuff and smaller people. -- You received

[RBW] Question about wide tire fit on 700c rims

2019-10-28 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I ride a huge Rosco too (2 actually), with cliffhangers set up tubeless (on one). Paul's right, you've got to get the bead centered in the channel and it'll still be hard, but nowhere near impossible, and yeah, tubeless rules. At that size tire and with those rims, you'll be in heaven. You'll

[RBW] FS: Hubbuhubbuh M complete tandem - $2,500 - SF Bay Area

2019-10-26 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
That's a red hot tandem! and deal. You cut that housing length around the seat tube perfectly! Mine was a little long, I just removed it in favor of running housing under the stoker's top tube (as my stoker at 8 can't reach the pedals yet, next summer), that way the stoker's feet don't rest on

[RBW] steerstopper experiment

2019-10-22 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
That's a serious piece of equipment! Looking forward to seeing your repainted quickbeam, is it a 68? But back to the topic of parking stability (which I find fascinating!), I've been making "parking brakes" from 3/4" velcro tape stuck together. This velcro belt holding my front brake lever

Re: [RBW] Re: Choco vs choco-moose

2019-11-18 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Moose anything is great! As for NYC and their superior triangulation, the moose triangle gives a solid spot to send a cable through, protecting your bars, stem, shifters, brake levers, and bells. David, if you're looking to test the bars you're welcome to mine for a couple weeks, they're not

Re: [RBW] Silver2 shifters have arrived!

2019-11-29 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
The new mounts sound awesome, so adjustable! In the meantime, try them on your sunrace mounts, silvers worked fine on mine. -Kai -- 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] Quick introduction and Clem parts questions

2019-11-27 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Those wheels look just fine, one thing you might want to consider is tubeless compatibility. I ride every day in NYC (up until today when a slick spot in Queens led to a busted clavicle), and tubeless has been a total game changer. Add sealant every so often and Bob's your uncle. I wish orange

[RBW] reading orange seal dip stick question

2019-11-30 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I never read the directions, but I use that stick as a valve stem reamer. I've found that dipsticking isn't very precise, especially with supple tires. Fortunately the keeping of perfect sealant level is an imprecise science, more is good, less is probably fine, and starting from zero is the

[RBW] New, discounted Riv. frames for sale in Brooklyn -- Atlantis, Roadini, Sam, Clem L

2019-11-20 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
And 50% off everything in the store! Tonight I picked up a fillet bullmoose, some tools, a lovely ostrich handlebar bag, and their remaining newbaums, for 50 pennies on the dollar. Unreal deals! Worth a trip, and the more they sell the easier the transition to a new space, hopefully closer to

[RBW] Re: Used Hillborne value

2019-09-22 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I was trying for $800 for my MUSA canti 64 with no luck, ended up with $400 for it. I'll never sell another bike... -Kai On Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 7:15:32 PM UTC-4, Keith Swanson wrote: > > I have one of the early green Sam Hillbornes which is slightly big for me > and am planning to

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-22 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
It was awesome! I left the house at 4:30 after just enough sleep and caught a couple trains to meet Roberta in NJ for a pleasant drive up to Minnewaska. We talked of Vegas (but not too much, what with the what happens in Vegas stays rule (though it's not so secret, so I'll whisper it... Leah's

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem L, orange, w upgrades $1200, size 52

2019-09-25 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
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[RBW] Re: Advice Sought on Hubs and Rim Choice

2019-10-09 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I don't have any White Industries or Chris King hubs, but I'd love some, especially considering I could ease off of the bell due to that lovely buzz coming off the freewheel. Not that I hate my bell, quite the opposite is true, but buzzz... ..and bearings, awesome easy standard

[RBW] Advice Sought on Hubs and Rim Choice

2019-10-09 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
For riding in the desert you might like the Cliffhanger for it's tubeless option, I think the Atlas doesn't do tubeless? That's assuming you're not going sub 40mm with your tires. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: For sale - Gilles Berthoud Arabesque saddle - black. Used on one ride

2019-10-13 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
I've got no dog in the fight, but outbidding might not be a good thing on this forum. You set a price, someone replies first with an offer to buy, and done. That said, I'll give you $65 if everyone else backs out. -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: For sale - Gilles Berthoud Arabesque saddle - black. Used on one ride

2019-10-14 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Sorry if I offended you Jeff (or the outbidder). Outbidding happens all the time here in Brooklyn with real estate, it's the joy of getting over asking price, usually with cash! So maybe I'm not right, but it still seems a little shady to offer it up only to rescind and delete everything due to

[RBW] Re: 650b 2.2–2.4 CITY tire recommendations* *Also: Is a tire dead when it has tiny holes from glass?

2020-02-10 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
With sealant my delicate tires laugh at glass slivers! If I wasn't on the injured list I'd be plowing through some right now, maybe next week... I did run Thunderburts on my Clem with tubes+sealant. Hated it. Still got flats. I think if there's an advantage to be had by using sealant filled

[RBW] FS: Nitto Bosco Bars (52cm HT Alu; 55cm Chromo)

2020-03-01 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Brooklyn dibs on the chromo! If still available... -Kai -- 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] OT: Wrenching for homeless

2020-03-03 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
You might consider buying a bulk roll of brake housing. The cheap stuff works for just about anything (except dick brakes, I'd say they're on their own there), friction shifting is great with it, all manner of brakes of course, and index isn't so terrible with it. Enjoy! -Kai -- You received

[RBW] Getting a Riv Custom Painted in the Bay Area

2020-01-26 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
You should buy an orange Hubbahubba! Double/share your orange joy, and orange and green go nice together -Kai -- 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] Craigslist Outing - No Affiliation - Rosco Bubbe Road Frame in Blue with Rich built wheels. Complete $900

2020-01-30 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
What's the lifta-tube length on that beauty! -Kai -- 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

[RBW] Re: BEST REAR MOUNTED KID SEAT FOR HILLBORNE

2020-02-14 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
You'd need a special piece, which also raises the rack height about 2", making your load/kiddo sit higher= more leverage/trouble. Best to get a dedicated rack with the appropriate window. Sounds like a pain, but the Yepp maxi is a really great seat that's worth it. -Kai -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Figuring out a Rivendell

2020-01-15 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
talking about?! > > On Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 10:07:04 PM UTC-5, Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY > wrote:Well, not a scratch of harm to the paint, and though it's off topic and > I had thought to create a new thread for this, I'll go ahead and mention it > here, that flame can't h

Re: [RBW] 69 cm A Homer Hilsen for $1100 on eBay (not mine)

2020-01-18 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Yup, looks smallish for a huge. -Kai -- 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 discussion

[RBW] Figuring out a Rivendell

2020-01-14 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Tried it on my MIT, thought I heard Dylan, couldn't see anything, this was with propane. -Kai -- 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: Figuring out a Rivendell

2020-01-14 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Well, not a scratch of harm to the paint, and though it's off topic and I had thought to create a new thread for this, I'll go ahead and mention it here, that flame can't harm your Rivendell! At worst it might leave it super clean, bad being maybe the good grease burns off too? Euphoricly*

[RBW] Re: Silver2 bar-end with grips

2020-01-22 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Pretty. Do you fear that slice might elongate? And is it squirmy where it's cut? Some thin cotton bar tape feels good over those rubber grips, and would keep it wrangled. -Kai On Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 6:27:19 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > First, an update on the new Silver2

[RBW] Figuring out a Rivendell

2020-01-13 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
A question came up over on the iBob list, wondering how to know what kind of early Rivendell a particular Rivendell was. A lot's been said about brake reach and fork legs, but no one's mentioned the whole "put it in the fire and read the inscription" bit. Having never tested a Rivendell in this

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