Re: [RBW] Re: Weird measurement request. Nitto F20 distance

Or Bike Touring News http://store.biketouringnews.com/ostrich-canvas-panniers/ At the US price, you could order the panniers AND the rack from Alex's in Japan. Shipping may take longer... On Wed, May 6, 2015 at 4:28 PM, Tim Gavin tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.com wrote: For designed-to-fit

Re: [RBW] Re: Weird measurement request. Nitto F20 distance

Funny, I was just thinking the same thing! I love the F20 for style and function, but most front panniers are meant to be mounted higher and thus are too tall for the very low riders. I use an old pair of Mountainsmith front panniers on the F20 rack on my girlfriend's San Marcos. They hang a

Re: [RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

Tony- You have some apples and oranges going on here. http://www.bike-discount.de/en/buy/schwalbe-thunder-burt-evo-snakeskin-pacestar-27%2C5x2%2C25-tl-easy-folding-444604/wg_id-8913 -540grams, $37 The evolution tire you linked to is 2.25 wide, but the performance one is 2.1 wide. Also,

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle support - help ID

On Sun, May 10, 2015 at 5:56 AM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: They look to me like rack parts. I agree that they look like rack parts. The U shaped part resembles the rack struts for the Planet Bike Versarack http://ecom1.planetbike.com/4004.html, which is junk. The block holds

Re: [RBW] Re: Where do you mount your lights?

Mount the dynamo light higher, like on the handlebar. I use the RM light mount Riv sells http://www.rivbike.com/Handlebar-light-mount-p/lt101.htm with my Luxos U. That allows the beam to splash much wider, illuminating both sides of the trail. On Tue, May 5, 2015 at 3:38 PM, Deacon Patrick

Re: [RBW] The latest status of my Clemish build

Very nice, Bill. I had my '88 KOM frame blasted this winter, and my friend Andy brazed on some fork end, seat stay, and dropout eyelets (my frame had zero). I left the frame bare and had a clear coat painted on. It looks great; consider the bare/clear. Mine has cantis in front and U brakes in

Re: [RBW] Re: Where do you mount your lights?

Reimer marknrei...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks Tim. It's a bit tricky with the bag/bar setup I have, but I'll give that a try tonight. On Tue, May 5, 2015 at 3:53 PM, Tim Gavin tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.com wrote: Mount the dynamo light higher, like on the handlebar. I use the RM light mount Riv

Re: [RBW] Saddlebag Support Suggestions.

Nitto M1 or M18 front racks can be mounted behind the seat post. The Nitto R10 is a half-rack for this specific purpose. The Carradice Bagman and Bagman 2 are also made for this specific purpose. Tim On Mon, May 11, 2015 at 12:49 PM, David Banzer daban...@gmail.com wrote: I'd like to run a

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddlebag Support Suggestions.

Leg rub can be minimized by adding a standoff to the strap around the seat post. Acorn uses a leather cuff; a piece of stiff rubber hose or PVC works as well. On Tue, May 12, 2015 at 12:54 PM, David Banzer daban...@gmail.com wrote: Shoot! Just ordered a Bagman Expedition as I had credit with

Re: [RBW] Next challenge - fenders for Cheviot

SKS P50 would work great. They're 50 mm wide; plenty of clearance over a Hetre. The Longboard version is longer than standard, and comes with mudflaps. Available through Riv for $48 http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/fe1p50.htm. SKS Chromoplastic (P series) fenders are easier to install than

Re: [RBW] Re: Waiting for Clem...

Nice build! As you can tell from my KOM http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/Tim_Gavin/library/KOM, I'm a fan of the Schwinn MTBs from that era. I really like the black chrome on the '89 Impact; I keep an eye out for cheapies on craigslist. How long is the top tube on your Impact? My KOM is the

Re: [RBW] Re: Combining small Nitto rack with Tektro hanger?

I fit a Tektro brake hanger and Nitto M12 to my KOM fork. I took the opposite approach, and filed down the knuckle on the rack's mounting stud to fit inside the brake hanger. The M12 is stainless, so I'm not worried about the exposed brass and steel. On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 9:24 AM, Ginz

Re: [RBW] Perfect number of bikes = N?

I'm also a big fan of the Jones Loop H-bar. It's a very versatile bar -- which there are few of in MTB-size 22.2 grip diameter. Pros: It has the wide control of a flat or bullmoose bar, but more rearward sweep (45 degrees). Less sweep than an Albatross bar, so more usable in technical

Re: [RBW] Re: Perfect number of bikes = N?

Back to the subject of the thread: My current N is five bikes, 1) Riv Road Standard, set up as a 650b tourer, gravel capable 2) Schwinn KOM, set up as a drop bar 26er gravel/anyroad bike, tour capable 3) Giordana, gofast!, 700x26 max 4) Fatboy, off road and winter bike 5) Cannondale 26 hardtail,

Re: [RBW] Re: Putting a rack on a Dave Scott

Another option, also offered at the Touring store: #2 on that same page http://www.thetouringstore.com/TUBUS/Fit%20Solutions/FIT%20SOLUTIONS%20PAGE.htm is a sturdy adapter to attach Tubus classic racks to the QR skewer (for frames like yours without eyelets). Only works with the Classic racks,

[RBW] Tubeless -- max pressure?

will set them up with tubes to begin with, which will allow apples-to-apples comparison. Apologies to the cross-post if you're also on iBOB or 650b. Cheers, Tim Gavin Cedar Rapids, IA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: 9 or 10 speed Shimano RD, long cage; bar end shifters, 9 or 10 speed

It's one of the few Shadow style derailers that comes from the factory with a barrel adjuster on the derailer cable termination point. Yeah, I hate that lack of barrel adjusters. I'm using an M772 on my KOM (with 9-speed bar end shifters) and I had to add an inline cable adjuster (no

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos or Sam Hillborne with Surly LHT parts

If you're a smaller person, the San Marcos can be a decent tourer. If you're above 160 lbs or so, then I wouldn't recommend it for substantial loads. My girlfriend uses hers (51 cm 650b San Marcos 1st gen) as a tourer with front and rear racks. The front rack (Campee Classic 20F) needed clamps

Re: [RBW] Re: Man those Barlow Pass are Smooooooth!

I run 40/45 on my Pari Motos (38 mm), and Lierres (38 mm) before that. My KOM wears a Super Moto and a MK2, and I run them about 25/30. I'm going to try 55 mm Thunder Burts on that bike next. On Fri, Jun 5, 2015 at 8:42 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Rod, I've been playing

[RBW] spoke in word

moist muggy morning red Rivendell Road pure pedaling pleasure fine fendered friend photo http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/Tim_Gavin/media/Rivendell/IMG_1153_zpsdytbrw0b.jpg.html Cheers, Tim Gavin Cedar Rapids, IA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Dynamo Taillights

Yes, 3M reflective tape is great. I put some on my girlfriend's Soma for visibility. I used small strips (like 1/4 wide) on the inside of the rims, and on the pedals. Those little reflective flashes are quite visible, combined with the movement of the wheels and pedals. A bigger patch on the

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Taillights

constant on is the German safety standard, which also requires head and tail lights. Therefore, Germany is one of the biggest dynamo light markets, and therefore most tail lights are constant on. Dunno if you could make a contant on dyno tail light blink. I'm sure you could, if you can do some

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Taillights

Mike, I agree with you re the Toplight Line Plus. But they just came out with a new version, that pulses http://harriscyclery.net/itemdetails.cfm?ID=3633! Reid, this may be just the ticket. It's a bit more expensive, but seems to offer some sort of flash, at least when you slow down. On Sun,

Re: [RBW] Fenders for 650b x 48mm Tires.

SKS have the least obtrusive hardware, so they will maximize clearance compared to most. The P65 will clear a 559 Super Moto, which has the same diameter as 584x48. On Jun 25, 2015, at 2:49 PM, David Banzer daban...@gmail.com wrote: Looking to add fenders to my Redwood. What fenders would

Re: [RBW] How are albatross and albastache bars for long distance riding?

are comfortable as well. I got frustrated with the moustache bars on rides like RAGBRAI because I felt like I couldn't keep up a faster pace on the moustache bars. This made the long days on the road longer. I average a ~2 mph faster pace with the drop bars compared to the moustache bars. -Tim Gavin

Re: [RBW] Re: Joy of Wrenching

I'm a wrench at home and part-time at a LBS. I have a relatively robust tool set at home, but I use the shop's bearing press, taps, derailer alignment tool, compressor, and truing stand. I wrench on the bikes of friends and family at the rate of a six-pack (of craft beer) per hour. On Sun, Jun

Re: [RBW] Wrenching on the Bombadil

Looks great! Where did you find RM-014's in normal clamp diameter? I like that bar, but I can only find it in 31.8 mm clamp diameter https://www.benscycle.com/p-1351-nitto-rm014-dirt-drop-handlebar.aspx. And, that version of the bar has a large, weird-shaped section in the middle where it bells

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Campee Front + 56 cm Atlantis?

Yup. Just be aware that the Mt. Campee F20 has a larger top platform than the other two. On Tue, Jun 16, 2015 at 11:30 AM, drew drewbeckme...@gmail.com wrote: alexcycle.com has a pretty good deal on these. LINK

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Question

The Tubus p-clamps are stainless. (#3 on Wayne's page http://www.thetouringstore.com/TUBUS/Fit%20Solutions/FIT%20SOLUTIONS%20PAGE.htm). Their 2-bolt design is far superior; you separately secure the clamp to the bike, and the rack to the clamp. I added rubber and tape shims to protect the stays.

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Question

I currently use a plastic clamp salvaged from a reflector for the chainstay fender mount on my Riv Road (undrilled chainstay bridge). I'll probably replace it with a 2-bolt Tubus clamp next time I remove/replace the fenders. I too have to fiddle with it at times. On Tue, Jun 16, 2015 at 1:54

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Campee Front + 56 cm Atlantis?

There are three versions, actually. 27F is the 700c model. It has a small platform, and the mounting struts at the bottom are angled. 27R is the matching rear. F20 is the 26/Mt. Campee model. It has a large platform (at least 30% larger than the classic), and the mounting struts at the bottom

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Campee Front + 56 cm Atlantis?

for the front. Maybe I'll decide which panniers first and then get a rack that suits/supports them well. Thanks, Aaron On Mon, Jun 15, 2015 at 10:58 AM, Tim Gavin tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.com wrote: There are three versions, actually. 27F is the 700c model. It has a small platform

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 1:19:59 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: I need an orange bike Absolutely. My bikes are all red, white, blue, or a combination of those (well, until I blasted the tricolor USA paint off my KOM). I must decide whether to get in on the bidding for this lovely Elvish

Re: [RBW] Ram/Rom/Red 650b Conversions.

into Synergy 650b rims. Give it a try! Just be careful in corners. Tim Gavin Cedar Rapids, IA On Thu, May 28, 2015 at 12:57 PM, David Banzer daban...@gmail.com wrote: After pondering how to get a decent 650b road bike built up to ride, the most obvious solution evaded me all week until last

Re: [RBW] Re: Ram/Rom/Red 650b Conversions.

Yes, brake reach may be a problem. Measure the reach now, add 38 mm (622 - 584). The Tektro 800a has long reach, but it's not a great brake. You may not be satisfied with their capability. Also, be warned that the 800a is backwards. The cable exits on the left shoulder of the caliper, versus

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

bounced all over the B-roads around here (think Dirty Kanza), and I wouldn't want to thrash a beautiful, limited frame under my enthusiastic bulk. And I don't have that kinda money just burning a hole in my pocket. Congratulations to the new owner! Tim Gavin Cedar Rapids, IA -- You received

Re: [RBW] Alternative to Noddle Handlebars

available in fewer widths. I'm happy with the 42 cm width B135s (42 at the hoods, wider at the ends after the flare). Tim Gavin Cedar Rapids, IA On Mon, Jun 1, 2015 at 9:41 AM, Jayme Frye jayme.f...@gmail.com wrote: Bent my Noodle bars in a crash and must replace. Part replacement always stirs

Re: [RBW] Re: Threaded Headset Recommendation

The original Shimano 105 loose-ball headset in my '97 Riv Road Standard got loose last year, and then became indexed after I re-tightened it. I replaced it with the VO Grand Cru 1 threaded headset, and I'm happy with its looks, price, and function. Unrelated to headsets: I'm also very happy with

Re: [RBW] Curious: saddle bags versus panniers?

I prefer panniers for the reasons you stated, and because the quick release systems for panniers are more reliable and less expensive than those for saddlebags. I have a pair of Vaude panniers with the Ortlieb system. They're secure, and easy to remove with one hand. My two reasons: 1. I can

Re: [RBW] Curious: saddle bags versus panniers?

Anne- There are two sizes of inserts for the Orlieb clips; ensure you're using the ones that fit your rack tubing. One size fits the Nitto rack on my Riv perfectly, the other size fits the Tubus on my KOM. As for the rattle; I added a rubber spacer to the rack to make the bottom more secure (I

Re: [RBW] Re: Large TruckSack Retention without Tombstone

I cut a piece of corrugated plastic (aka coroplast**) to fit snugly inside the tombstone pocket on the large Trunksack. Thus reinforced, I looped zip ties through the tombstone pocket, and around whatever horizontal rack tube is handiest. **Coroplast can be found free by salvaging

Re: [RBW] Re: Last run of Sams?

That sounds like an awesome bike. For my information, what is the USA side of the front rack for light mounting? Is one side or the other more traditional? This question was bandied about a couple weeks ago, and I thought it came down to personal preference. Personally, I set up two bikes with

Re: [RBW] Seeking Rack Advice

I use and like the Nitto 20R Mt Campee rear rack. It's a bit more light/compact (like the R-15) than the really big racks. It can be found for ~$140 online. Riv's 32R rack is basically a reinforced/triangulated version of the 20R. The R-15 has adjustable struts on top and bottom, so it

Re: [RBW] Alternative to Noddle Handlebars

I use cross top / interrupter brake levers on both of my Nitto B135-equipped bikes without discomfort, and I have bad wrists. But I just use that position--and those brakes--for upright cruising. I'm in the drops about 90% of the time (bars at seat level). I suppose I can say that I love the

Re: [RBW] Bag for Front Rack

On Fri, May 29, 2015 at 4:02 PM, DS davecst...@gmail.com wrote: Is there anything like a rando bag out there that is smaller than most rando bags, but bigger than the small trunksack for a front rack? Listmember David Banzer makes some that look to be just a bit bigger than the small

Re: [RBW] Re: Ram/Rom/Red 650b Conversions.

Great news, David! I wouldn't love my Riv Road so much if I hadn't converted it to 650b; 700x27 is too limiting for me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

Re: [RBW] Re: stem for albastache help

I use a Nitto Dirt Drop 8 stem with B135 Randonneur bars on my '88 Schwinn KOM (a too-longa-top tube mountain bike, in Grant-speak). I have the bars mounted at seat height, and I spend most of the time down in the drops, so the bars and stem are holding up a significant portion of my 225 lbs.

Re: [RBW] Re: Necro-stock! A shop with a new Rambouillet frame in stock?

Yes, those are two different racks. Ben's does not seem to sell the F20 Mt Campee What Ben's lists as the Campee Front - 26 is sold by Alex's Cycle as the Randonneur version. You can see that they're the same by the straight tang at the bottom of the rack, and the three? accessory eyelets

Re: [RBW] Re: Necro-stock! A shop with a new Rambouillet frame in stock?

Michael- The 26 version of the Campee w/lowriders rack is the Mt Campee. Just be aware that the top platform on the Mt Campee is larger than the platform on the 700c and 650b versions. It's as wide as a large trunksack (but not as long), whereas the platforms on the 700c and 650b racks are the

Re: [RBW] Re: Necro-stock! A shop with a new Rambouillet frame in stock?

. Thanks for the heads up, I would have ordered the wrong one for sure. If it wasn't for Sugino, Nitto would be the most opaque marketer in the bike industry. Michael On Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at 7:38:37 AM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote: Yes, those are two different racks. Ben's does not seem to sell

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 54 Saluki

More precicely, it's the Nitto R20 Mt Campee rear rack. It is supposedly meant for 26er touring bikes, but it fits 650b + fenders with plenty of clearance http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/Tim_Gavin/media/Rivendell/IMG_00421_zps6vuvmevf.jpg.html. Riv's Big Back Rack Medium 32R is very similar,

Re: [RBW] Re: Ram as 650 tourer?!?

The top choices for 650b tires (especially if you don't need extra puncture protection) are the Compass tires: Babyshoe Pass 650x42 Loup Loup Pass 650x38 and their older Grand Bois versions: Hetre 650x42 Lierre 650x38 My current favorite is the Panaracer/Pacenti Pari-Moto. They're super fast

Re: [RBW] Re: Car Racks Rivs

Ben- I also recommend the Hollywood sport rider. The wheel wells are very adjustable (for your different wheel bases), and the frame clamp is secure. The frame clamp may reach low enough to grab the mid-tube on your wife's Betty, or you may want to add a clamp-on crossbar

Re: [RBW] Friction Shifting Dyna-sys

This is an interesting discovery. I agree that clutch derailers are nice to reduce chain slap. I'll have to give it a try next time I pick up a 10s Shimano MTB RD. My attempt will be friction shifting 9 speeds with a 9 speed bar-end. Tim On Thu, Jul 2, 2015 at 4:24 PM, Clayton.sf

Re: [RBW] Ram as 650 tourer?!?

to level out my pedals when riding over obstacles. As others have stated, you may have issues finding effective brakes with enough reach. Dia-Compe 750 centerpulls have tons of reach, and can be effective with good pads, good housing, and a low straddle cable. Tim Gavin, Cedar Rapids, IA On Sun

Re: [RBW] What have I done?

Rusty Good to hear that you found a team. That's definitely the better way to do it. The team will take care of you. I'd like to join a team, but all the ones I meet are drinking clubs with a riding problem. I'm sure we'll see each other on the ride. Although there are lots of different

Re: [RBW] What have I done?

in Cedar Falls and Coralville are further away, but we should have space if you want to camp. Cheers, Tim Gavin On Thu, Jun 11, 2015 at 9:24 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: Take a jar of motrin and keep hydrated for your knees. Take the motrin before you ride -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Romulus

The San Marcos would compare in temperament, but at that size it's 650b. Which can be a good thing, but may not be what you want. I bought a 51 cm San Marcos for my girlfriend, and she loves it. It's a lighter steel bike, but still totally capable of touring (for a light rider). The Homer is

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki on it's way back

Yes, there is little to go wrong with the M-12. No moving parts. It's the cheapest Nitto front rack, while it's also strong and lovely. It's a great option where it fits, and the Sackville Trunksack Small is a perfect match. Sorry to hear about your crash, Tony. Tim On Tue, May 19, 2015 at

Re: [RBW] San Marcos vs ES

I'd pick the ES is if the 63 cm SM is too small and you'd need the 64 cm ES. Tim Gavin Cedar Rapids, IA On Tue, Jul 7, 2015 at 6:56 AM, a3inverter smis...@gmail.com wrote: Greetings all, I've been interested in the San Marcos (in 63cm) for a year or so now and a combination of some

Re: [RBW] Re: Country Bike Rally in Michigan 2015

Marc- The BRFF gravel ride sounds fun, but I'd much rather do the original plan. Lill is excited for Art Prize. Tim On Sat, Aug 8, 2015 at 6:32 AM, Marc Irwin irwin7...@gmail.com wrote: The way things stand 6 weeks out we have about 15 people intending to come. I plan to reserve 4 adjacent

Re: [RBW] Single Speed Sam on Blug

Yes, it closely resembles the 700c Nitto Campee front rack (aka Campee Classic, aka 27F), but it completely lacks the three threaded bosses for the absent lowrider frames. Must be a custom or prototype. Riv gets prototype Nitto racks from time to time. On Wed, Aug 12, 2015 at 10:44 PM, drew

Re: [RBW] Single Speed Sam on Blug

are at the lowest position and attached to Riv's mid-fork eyelet. I've done this on my hillborne as well. On Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 12:15:34 AM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote: Yes, it closely resembles the 700c Nitto Campee front rack (aka Campee Classic, aka 27F), but it completely lacks

Re: [RBW] Fender front flap: how close to the ground I is still safe?

Same setup (P45 behind the fork crown, on 650b wheels), same result: long flap too close to the ground. Mine was excellent at scooping up leaves, which then made a racket in the fender. I replaced it with the shorty flap from Riv http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/fe92.htm. Or, you could trim it

Re: [RBW] Re: Fenders: Cream or Silver?

Ok, I can see it. I think it's a lighter shade of cream than that on my Riv, so my color comparison isn't germane. The cream SKS fenders are nice. I got lots of compliments on them. They do not have the center stripe that silver and black SKS fenders have. On Thu, Aug 20, 2015 at 3:44 PM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Fenders: Cream or Silver?

Fred- The headtube doesn't look cream in those photos. It looks closer to white, like the Atlantis headtube. Of course, it could just be the lighting. On Thu, Aug 20, 2015 at 2:38 PM, Fred Craven f...@harmonic-data.com wrote: What did you end up buying by the way? I bought Joel Stern's

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

Those are nice! First gen Rivs have beautiful lugs. Speaking of old Rivs, did anyone score the Riv Mountain bike http://www.ebay.com/itm/151721693955?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT that sold on Sunday? I was interested, but not once it went above $1k. It would have

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI 2015

Sounds like you had some classic RAGBRAI experiences, including bus trouble! Many teams fit out clapped out retired school buses, and some are better at plumbing up the keg refrigerators than they are at bus maintenance. Priorities! Seriously, though, a good team to support you seems like the

[RBW] FS: Giordana XL-Eco 57 cm

and tall Technomic to relax the riding position a bit. It would be a better fit for a slightly smaller person. Located in Cedar Rapids, IA. Willing to ship at owner's expense. Tim Gavin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

Re: [RBW] FS: Giordana XL-Eco 57 cm

oops! $695 Thanks! On Fri, Jul 31, 2015 at 10:18 PM, Abcyclehank hankinso...@me.com wrote: Price? -- 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] Merckxte!

It's a Falcon-made Merckx, which were a line licensed by Eddy but factory-made by Falcon. http://www.sheldonbrown.com/falcon.html Although there were high-end Falcon-made Merckx bikes, the cottered crank on this one indicates it was a cheapo model. That doesn't mean it isn't classy. I like how

Re: [RBW] WTB - bar-end shifters, 9 or 10 speed

Nashbar has brand new 10 speed Shimano bar-ends on sale for $55 USD. They ship to Canada, but I don't know the cost. I picked up two sets a couple weeks ago (they were $50 then). Personally, I'll use the right Shimano shifter for 10 speed indexed/friction, and a Silver bar end for the left.

Re: [RBW] WTB - bar-end shifters, 9 or 10 speed

, Jul 29, 2015 at 9:39 AM, Tim Gavin tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.com wrote: Nashbar has brand new 10 speed Shimano bar-ends on sale for $55 USD. They ship to Canada, but I don't know the cost. I picked up two sets a couple weeks ago (they were $50 then). Personally, I'll use the right Shimano

Re: [RBW] What's in your garage?

'97 Riv Road http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/Tim_Gavin/media/Rivendell/IMG_00421_zps6vuvmevf.jpg.html, 650B-converted, light tourer '88 Schwinn KOM-10 http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/Tim_Gavin/media/KOM/IMG_00601_zpsddqpqsoj.jpg.html, drop bar 26er adventure/gravel/anything bike '96 Giordana

Re: [RBW] Best Riv for rear child seat?

The long chainstays of the Cheviot or Clem (and upcoming mystery bike?) make them the best candidates for a rear-mounted child seat. You want the seat as forward as possible to help the weight distribution, but as rearward as required to make room for your and your child's body. The low tube,

Re: [RBW] Anyone try the new Maxxis Torch 29 x 2.10 tires?

Based on their weight (625g) and description, they sound like a fast all-rounder tire for pavement and gravel. My benchmark tire for that size is the Schwalbe Super Moto. They're a bit heavier (680g) but wider (60 mm), and roll very fast. They also can be found cheap from Germany

Re: [RBW] Re: Single Speed Sam on Blug

Bill- I'm interested to hear your opinions on the Ostrich DLX panniers. I was tempted to order a pair, but I ended up getting 4 Ortliebs from a listmember. The Ortlieb Sportpacker Plus fit pretty well on the Nitto lowrider frames. On Thu, Aug 13, 2015 at 2:54 PM, Bill Lindsay

Re: [RBW] Re: Single Speed Sam on Blug

I have one of those VO Constructeur racks; I tried it on my girlfriend's Soma San Marcos. Its drawback was that it has straight bottom struts, so it only fits properly on a bike with bosses on the front of the fork ends (like most current Rivs). Her SM only has bosses on the rear of the fork

Re: [RBW] Re: Country Bike Rally in Michigan 2015

Avery (and Marc) - My girlfriend, Lillian, and plan to attend. Add 1 to the female count. On Wed, Jul 22, 2015 at 9:41 AM, Marc Irwin irwin7...@gmail.com wrote: I'll let you know later next month after I get some confirmations. I know of two women who expressed an interest and we may have

Re: [RBW] RAGBRAI 2015

Looks like you had a great ride, Rusty. Sorry we couldn't meet up, but we were riding on our own schedule (and sometimes our own route). That made the whole ride more bearable; I get worn out by the circus of the main crowd. I was hoping to meet you (and your Sam); I only saw two other Rivs this

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike racks revisited

The Hollywood Sport Rider and Trail Rider racks have wheel trays and a padded bar that comes down over the top tube. They are quite fender friendly. Hollywood Racks aren't MUSA nor are they as nice as the fantastic racks from 1UpUSA. But they're a step up from the super-cheapos and don't

Re: [RBW] FS: Ruffy Tuffy, Mark's Rack, Baggins, Schwalbe, C17

I'll take the Nitto M1, please. The hardware included should work perfectly for my intended use. Ship to 52404. I can paypal. Thanks! Tim On Thu, Jul 16, 2015 at 9:20 AM, David Sprunger sprun...@gmail.com wrote: Riders, I'm listing a few items on ebay later this week, but I thought I'd

Re: [RBW] bar-end shifter pod stripped out and stuck in handlebar

Jason- If you have a standard hex set, try the 1/4 inch first (before the 7 mm). 1/4 inch is 6.35 mm. The fixing bolt is stripped, but the whole pod isn't toast. I did this to an old pair of Suntour Accushift bar-ends, and was able to replace the bolt. The standard Shimano bar-end shifter

Re: [RBW] Re: Babyshoe Pass EL's Tubeless on Pacenti SL23's

If you do have removable valve cores, an oral medicine syringe (like you get with cough syrup) works great as a sealant injector, and can be sourced free from your local pharmacist (if you ask nicely). I had bad luck with trying to get Pari-Motos to seal up tubeless, so now I'm trying the

Re: [RBW] Re: What fenders will best fit this frame?

Yes, you could easily mill away some cutouts so the fender fits around narrow stays. SKS chromoplastics are very easy to cut with a roto-tool like a dremel. Cut slowly and carefully. Any cut you make creates a future weakness for cracking, so keep your cutouts nice and round. On Mon, Oct 26,

Re: [RBW] Re: What fenders will best fit this frame?

Sure. I'd start with a lighter reinforcement, like metallic tape (for furnace ducts). The rear of the fenders are well-supported by the stays, but the section forward of the fork is only self-supported. If you tack it to the bottom of a front rack it would be pretty secure. On Mon, Oct 26,

Re: [RBW] Re: Cross/knobby 650B tires

Count me as interested. My Riv fits a 650x38, and I'd love a supple tire with file or light knobby tread. I'm really enjoying the 700x38 Bontrager CX0 tires on my new plastic bike. Tim > On Oct 21, 2015, at 4:59 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I assume you say Under 42mm

Re: [RBW] Marks Rack with no holes

Nicely done, and should be secure. Those Tubus fork clamps are ugly, but great. I'm about to put a Mark's rack on my Riv Road with Paul Racers; I will use the bridge to the brake bolt and then 42 cm stays down to the fender eyelet. On Wed, Oct 21, 2015 at 5:22 PM, Ron Mc

Re: [RBW] 10-speed Cassette with Sunrace Friction Shifters.

Regarding your second question, the RD will work. You can friction or index a 10-speed cassette with a 9-speed Shimano rear derailer. The shifter controls the speeds and/or indexing; "SIS" derailers (7, 8, 9 speed MTB, 7, 8, 9, 10 speed road) all have the same cable pull ratio and are

Re: [RBW] Re: Help with a tubeless conversion

My tubeless experience: Non-tubeless-ready Pari Moto tires on tubeless-ready Pacenti PL23 rims -- Set up easily (with compressor), but unreliable. The Pari Moto sidewalls are so thin that the sealant and air can seep through. They'd leak down to 25 psi within an hour, as I found out a couple

Re: [RBW] Re: Help with a tubeless conversion

On Sun, Nov 8, 2015 at 7:02 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > What sealant did you use? (Should have asked this with the earlier email.) > Stan's. I've heard good things about Orange Seal, but I hate the orange stains it leaves (especially on skinwall tires). -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Help with a tubeless conversion

On Sun, Nov 8, 2015 at 6:25 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Tim -- wouldn't the sealant eventually form a "skin" inside the Pari > Motos, and seal the tape seams? > > I wish it did! But, 6 weeks in to the tubeless experiment, I still had to pump up the tires every hour or so,

Re: [RBW] This wheelset whadayathink? Y/N?

T780 hubs are nice. They're very similar to the disc-brake only M780 design. These have an oversized aluminum axle, which is strong and light. However, the oversized aluminum axle means that these rear hubs (Deore XT 770/775/780/785 and XTR 970/975) use a different freehub than the standard

Re: [RBW] This wheelset whadayathink? Y/N?

Yep, 14mm hex required for freehub removal. http://bike.shimano.com/media/techdocs/content/cycle/SI/Wheel/MTB/SI_4S70A/SI-4S70A-001-ENG_v1_m56577569830745424.pdf On Thursday, November 12, 2015 at 4:24:12 PM UTC-6, Tim Gavin wrote: > > T780 hubs are nice. They're very similar to the disc

Re: [RBW] Re: Spanninga on hammered fender? Does it sit right?

I'm going to try a B Secula Plus . On Wed, Nov 11, 2015 at 9:02 PM, Anton Tutter wrote: > Yes, I forgot about this. Spanninga uses a weird connector

Re: [RBW] Re: Copper bottles??

Umm, your water may taste like a penny? Seriously, though, the "benefits" listed on the Amazon product page are hogwash, snake oil, etc. It is quite classy looking, though! On Fri, Nov 13, 2015 at 2:27 PM, Beth H wrote: > And here's what it looks like over at Rivelo:

Re: [RBW] The Albastache'd Clem, 150 Mile Update

Did you actually have a flat from broken glass? (sorry if you posted this earlier and I missed it) My Pari-Motos have been totally flat free in >1000 miles, and not from a lack of broken glass on the streets. I've had similar "floaty, but secure, and fast!" experiences with other fat, smooth,

Re: [RBW] Rohloff IGH Questions

Personally, I'm tempted by a Rohloff for winter use. I've had lots or trouble with derailleur drivetrains with ice and snow. My dream build: Titanium frame 4-5" fat tires Rohloff hub Enclosed chain case, or Gates belt drive My current fat bike eats chains regularly; that's expensive, especially

Re: [RBW] Re: Front Racks with Top of Fork Attachment

The clamps and struts on those Surly racks are very secure and quite adaptable. They seem like the perfect solution. I mount a Surly Nice Rack on the rear of my Fatbike. I used that rack because it's so adjustable, and the fat bike is, well, big-boned. On Wed, Nov 4, 2015 at 7:57 AM, Garth

Re: [RBW] Rohloff IGH Questions

Nice build, Keith. My fat bike doesn't wear out chains, it destroys them. Mainly it's chain suck, but it also broke a chain when I bent the

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