[RBW] Re: Hunq vs Clem

The Hunqapillar is an off-road tourer meets mountain bike. To me the Clem seems like the perfect budget/production version of the same concept. Long chainstays/wheelbases have been popular on off road bikes since their inception and are good for stability on descents and, depending on who you

[RBW] Re: Sugino Wide/Low Double Feedback -- Triple vs Double

I just returned home from riding down the California coast, Sugino triple up front and 12-36 in back. I rode the middle ring for most of the flats, rode the granny gear pretty hard around Big Sur, and was very thankful for the big ring on slight descents and the glorious 20 miles of hard

[RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

Loaded up with a couple grocery bags those Wald baskets will sway back and forth in front of you like a drunk tourist on a fishing boat. Ziptied to a solid and stable rack there is zero movement and handling feels good. That's my experience anyway On Friday, April 3, 2015 at 8:16:26 AM UTC-7,

[RBW] Re: Sugino Wide/Low Double Feedback -- Triple vs Double

46x12 on a 26 MTB looks like about 98.7 On Friday, April 3, 2015 at 9:29:16 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: not to offend Ian, but any idea what was the tallest gear you used? On Friday, April 3, 2015 at 10:18:55 AM UTC-5, ian m wrote: I just returned home from riding down the California coast

[RBW] Re: Cut Brooks

Can anyone who's cut their Brooks compare the feel to that of the Anatomica? -- 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] WTB Bullmoose!

Do you have a set of neglected Bullmoose bars collecting dust? Please send them my way! I'm mostly looking for the new updated Riv bullmoose bars because I think they have a bit more quill length and sweep back a bit more than the older MTB bars, but if anyone can show otherwise I'm open to

[RBW] Re: How best to take up fixed/ss chain slack?

I have used a half-link with the WI dual cog, what has been your issue with it? I had this same problem with a Rawland frame that was designed for 650b and canti's but was modified for 700c and caliper brakes (AKA the canti bosses were not brazed on). The brake pads are maxed at the lowest

Re: [RBW] WTB Bullmoose!

. Which one are you looking for specifically? René On Tuesday, April 7, 2015, ian m darkg...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Do you have a set of neglected Bullmoose bars collecting dust? Please send them my way! I'm mostly looking for the new updated Riv bullmoose bars because I think

[RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

and chain stay length. That's the way to keep load distribution inside of the axles. If the balance point creeps outside the axle, you have major vibration issues. The bike shimmies, wobbles, and is hard to steer. On Friday, April 3, 2015 at 12:54:16 PM UTC-5, ian m wrote: Loaded up

Re: [RBW] Re: How best to take up fixed/ss chain slack?

to the framebuilder! Moore On Tue, Apr 7, 2015 at 12:00 PM, ian m darkg...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: I have used a half-link with the WI dual cog, what has been your issue with it? I had this same problem with a Rawland frame that was designed for 650b and canti's but was modified for 700c

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

I was looking forward to naming this Mt Clem or something with the choose-your-own-Clem-name decals but the new blue paint really makes up for it. Built it all up last night and lost steam once I got to

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith fenders?

I went with SKS P50 on my Clem w/ 650b Schwalbe lil Big Ben. Coverage is fine but definitely couldn't go with a wider tire -- 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] FS: Soma Cazadero 650b gumwall

Bought these from a fellow list member about a month ago, put maybe 50 miles on them. They are barely used. Smooth center tread allows for great riding on pavement, shoulder knobbies

[RBW] FS: Soma Cazadero 650b gumwall

Tires still available -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver Shifters

Are the bar end shifters the ones I have heard attach happily to the sun race shifter bases? If that is the case I'd love to have these! -- 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: Three Things

1. When you are so used to an comfortable with the feel of your bike, anyone else's feels off. If you rode his for a week, making minor adjustments to the fit, there's no doubt you would find the perfect set up. Also, those Bosco bars push you REALLY far back. I didn't like the feel of them

Re: [RBW] Re: Three Things

rather than the Riv offered model). After many many adjustments they never play well together On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 6:28:36 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > > On 06/05/2016 06:23 PM, ian m wrote: > > 1. When you are so used to an comfortable with the feel of your

[RBW] Tire wear question. When to replace?

Rotate your tires, you should get less wear on the front than the rear and can possibly prolong the life of the tire. Good to do this semi regularly so you don't end up with one tire much more worn than the other -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] WTB: Small SaddleSack, Bar Tube

Looking for one or the other or both. Color not important. Maybe you found the small a tad too small? Didn't like the color? Let me take it (them) off your hands! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

It's in the first paragraph of the description. Can't force people to read or pay attention though -- 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: WTB: Small SaddleSack, Bar Tube

Thanks for the responses on the handlebar bag, still very interested in a small saddlesack! On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 9:36:11 PM UTC-4, ian m wrote: > > Looking for one or the other or both. Color not important. Maybe you found > the small a tad too small? Didn't like the color? Le

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

To offer a comparison, I ordered some service parts from Paul Components, shipping from the same region as Riv, and it's a 3 day transit time to PA via USPS first class, less than $5. The Nitto struts and hardware I ordered from Riv will take 8 days via UPS, $9. I probably could have done more

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

I too worked shipping/receiving for an e-commerce company for a number of years in addition to frequent purchasing of goods online (mostly records) like most of us in the past decade. UPS/FedEx and the like are necessary for our post-Amazon web buyer. Most online shoppers now MUST now when

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul brakes recommendation

I've had nothing but great experiences with my Paul Motolites, first on my Fisher MTB and now on my Clem. No problems with setup with or without racks (Tubus rear and Pass & Stow front) and fenders. Excellent brakes and when paired with Paul levers there's tons of adjustability. I'd also

[RBW] FS: Freight Baggage Porteur Bag, 650B Soma Cazadero

Freight Baggage Porteur Rack Bag Great rolltop rack bag with fully lined large main compartment (totally waterproof) and a handful of pockets up front. Attaches to the rack with two buckle straps underneath and one to wrap around stem or handlebars. Backpack straps make freeing up rack space

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

People keep mentioning the cost as though that's the main issue. It's not, it's really the choice of shipper. I like what Grant said and generally agree with where he is coming from, but it's unfortunate to only side with UPS as they tend to be against the sort of employee treatment that he

[RBW] Re: Dyno light recommendation

Because, like the bicycle and rider, they are self-sufficient and sustainable On Friday, January 29, 2016 at 7:52:51 PM UTC-5, Doug Williams wrote: > > So…why do we still ride dynohubs? > > > Doug > > >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Clemmin' Around

I think it's the combination of the sun race shifters and the Altus derailler. I was using the same shifters with an XTR derailler and had 0 problems with mis shifts. As soon as I hooked up the Altus I've experienced the same shifting problems as everyone else, especially under load. It's a

[RBW] Re: favorite mixed terrain tires, winter edition

WTB All Terrains On Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 5:07:45 PM UTC-5, Neil wrote: > > OK, I love my Barlow Pass 38s for all manner of off-pave riding in the dry > months. But now El Nino is mucking up my game! > > It's still fun out there, but I'd like to have a tad more traction in the > dirt.

[RBW] Re: Sorta FS post: Bags in Martexin Ranger Tan fabric.

I have the same question as Tim, I believe you posted in another thread with pictures of a hi-viz basket bag? I've tried to comment on other threads before and they haven't shown up, so maybe this time it will work...Would love a basket bag! -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] FS: Tires (GB, Compass), Parts

I'll take the kickstand! On the phone but can PayPal in a couple hours -- 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] Pass & Stow Porteur Rack Experiences.

Mounting to the fork crown is an interesting idea. The slots are set a bit wider than the fork though, so you may have to do some bending to get that to work. Don't write off the stock mounting plate, it's sturdy and very easy to set up. Here's my 650 Clem with P rack carrying about 15lbs of

[RBW] Appaloosa Bullmoose Dirt Tourer

Jonathan, IMO the porteur rack is far too versatile a rack to confine to only one method of use. Keep a large basket with some mini bungees for grocery runs or carrying a pot of food to a potluck, ride with the rack bare for strapping a tent and sleeping bag on a camping bag, or for those

[RBW] Re: On tire supple-itude

I appreciate that the TPI factor was addressed. I wonder who is making tires with multiple layers of casing and slathering them with rubber and puncture protection and marketing them as 300+TPI high-performance tires? Everything else is just reinforcing the idea of supple Compass tires vs.

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Bullmoose Dirt Tourer

Jonathan, IMO the porteur rack is far too versatile a rack to limit to only one way of use. Ride it bare for those chance days you find a small Weber grill on the road or want to pick up a case of beer after a ride. I strap my tent and sleeping bag and whatever other large/odd shaped things on

[RBW] Re: Interesting Guardian summary of the fat versus refined carb debate

It's pretty incredible how much of our foods have sugar added and how hard it can be to find simple nutritious foods like yogurt without it. What qualities of Bob's bread flour make it better than other bread flour? I don't use their flour, although am a fan of other products like the

[RBW] FS: SKF Bottom Bracket, Square Taper - totally NEW

Dave, I can PayPal you after work in approx 5 hours! I would like this BB -- 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] On tire supple-itude

Hopefully not beating a dying horse here, but I am confused by how this topic is often discussed. With how BQ and Compass/Grand Bois talk about their tires it seems as though it's a binary opposition, right? Supple tires vs. non-supple tires, new tire technology vs. old tires, their tires vs.

Re: [RBW] On tire supple-itude

poor road conditions. On Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 10:08:49 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 03/22/2016 06:27 PM, ian m wrote: > > But would I notice the same change if I went from the light Jack Browns on > my SS to Compass tires? I would like to upgrade from the bott

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose fitting, what's it similar too?

So what are we assuming the stem extension is for the other bars in this image? On Monday, March 7, 2016 at 4:10:32 PM UTC-5, Jeremy Till wrote: > > This illustration that Olipop did a few years ago may be helpful: > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/8915626620/in/album-72157640907162813/

[RBW] Re: Executive Fatlantis riding, Albatross musings, Carradice front-mounting

I've been using the longflap on my Pass & Stow rack as the Clem makes it difficult to use my rear rack and a saddlebag. Saddlestraps attach really nicely on Bullmoose bars and the seatpost strap goes around the rear rail. Works pretty solidly with the main downside being the straps must be

[RBW] Re: Will Rosco see the light of day?

I was really into the klunker style of the bubbe, such a shame it maxed out at 45mm tires because it would look great with bullmoose bars and fat knobbies -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] New Roadeo

If the Albas feel too wide maybe try the Nitto Jitensha bars. Same level of beauty and quality with a bit more aggressive stance. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Where to buy bar-end shifters, advice on interesting derailleurs

Where did you find that stem? Been looking for one all over and worried I'll have to have one custom made! -- 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] WTB: Wide/Low crankset

Prefer the Sugino version but would entertain the Clem take-off option ! -- 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: Bullmoose on a Sam Hillborne

I use the bullmoose on the spectacularly long toptubed Clem. I would never have thought I could fit a 61cm top tube bike, being 5'8", but the bullmoose give the perfect upright yet semi aggressive stance, Good way to visualize the fit is the bullmoose puts your hands in line with the stem bolt

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Ride Down the CA Coast

That stretch through Big Sur is as beautiful as it is brutal ! Hope you didn't get hit with headwinds on the descent into San Simeon On Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at 11:21:48 AM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > I finally pulled the trigger this past weekend and took off on a solo, > three-day ride

[RBW] Re: 1X10: How clean it is!

I used the White Ind Eno chainring on a 1x9 MTB setup (XTR rear der.) for a couple years and never dropped a chain On Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at 9:42:14 PM UTC-4, Matt P. wrote: > > dstein: > I will be curious to know whether you have any problems with dropping the > chain using that White

[RBW] Re: MY 1 X 11. NOT WHAT YOU EXPECT.

Looks like the Rosco Bubbe On Friday, April 15, 2016 at 11:50:11 AM UTC-4, Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado wrote: > > A bit of cycling history. First engineered in 1893 by Mikael Pedersen. > http://www.pedersenbicycles.com/form.htm > Fun to ride.A fun project. > Internal geared Alfine

[RBW] FS Riv-ish Rawland Olaf dinglespeed

I bought this frameset Nov '15 from Rawland at the San Francisco Bike Expo. It had never been built up. A one-off proto (escha?) Olaf that was designed for 700c w/ centerpull brakes rather than 650b wheels w/ cantis. Built it up to be a single speed that could still get me up the East Bay

[RBW] Latest Roscoe Bubbe

Interestingly enough from a "design evolution " standpoint the new Bubbes are very similar to the vision of Cleland cycles, an early proponent of off road cycling in the UK. He liked very steep seat and head angles though. Always like seeing things come full circle -- You received this

[RBW] SUNRACE One-At-a-Time shifter maintenance?

I've been running these for about a year and a half now, and for the past half the left shifter has been increasingly terrible. On the push it sounds and shifts fine, but on the pull it sticks, skips, makes horrific sounds, etc. It's now at the point where it's virtually unusable. Has anyone

[RBW] Re: FS: Freight Baggage Porteur Bag, 650B Soma Cazadero

Freight Bag - $175 Cazaderos - $65 Plus shipping On Sunday, June 26, 2016 at 12:01:29 PM UTC-4, ian m wrote: > > Freight Baggage Porteur Rack Bag > Great rolltop rack bag with fully lined large main compartment (totally > waterproof) and a handful of pockets up front. Attaches

[RBW] Re: SUNRACE One-At-a-Time shifter maintenance?

to somebody who needs > something. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at 2:16:40 PM UTC-7, ian m wrote: >> >> I've been running these for about a year and a half now, and for the past >> half the left shifter has been increasi

[RBW] Re: Jones on the trade/sale block so I can get a Riv

I am interested in pics and price On Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 7:28:11 AM UTC-4, Andrew Huston wrote: > > I totally understand if this is against the rules but since it involves a > Riv, maybe its ok? > I am trying to sell my Jones Diamond to fund the purchase of a > Hunq/Atlantis/Joe App and

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

What is the max tire size the mini-motos will fit? -- 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: Cantilever brake question...

What Jeremy says also misses the connection between low mechanical advantage (necessitating more grip strength) and arm/hand fatigue. There's a reason why systems only requiring one finger braking are highly prized for off road riding, same would go for any situation in which a rider is braking

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

Low profile cantis are generally as a rule stronger brakes (more mechanical advantage) than high profile. Not sure why Paul states otherwise. Getting low profile brakes set up correctly (lots of squish) was a revelation, they inspire a lot more confidence on my MTB -- You received this

[RBW] Re: kalloy dirt drop stems...

I purchased a Kalloy dirt drop stem to experiment using drop bars on my Bianchi MTB. Works fine with dirt drop bars (these are Origin 8) w/ 25.4 stem clamp diameter. I will probably go Nitto both for stem and bars in the future but have no worries as to the stem not holding up on serious off

[RBW] A Clemiversary, or, Lost and Found Again: A Clem's Journey

Clem Smith Jr. arrived this month last year! I threw mine together in one long night after work, cannibalizing other bikes, and by the next day it was already the most comfortable bike I had ever ridden. Smooth and stable, this Clem rode with aplomb down steep hills and flew over mangled city

[RBW] Re: Mudflap quandry

Leather looks and works great. Also very easy to find at a thrift store as old purses, gloves, I made one with a simple cut and a drilled hole. Rear flap seems superfluous. On Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 7:59:22 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I see that Riv has one of those fancy,

[RBW] Re: Clem RD Chain Tension

Do you risk it ripping off if you use big/big from time to time? -If by it you mean the derailer, it's doubtful. As long as the derailer is still providing some tension, meaning the chain is not so short it is pulling the derailer up, and shifts into and out of the largest cog, you should have

Re: [RBW] Clem RD Chain Tension

What makes this "not all right"? Presuming derailer shifts smoothly in and out of largest cog, what exactly is problematic about a derailer stretched to this angle? As long as the chain has a little bit of slack in big-big and shifts without problem it's only an aesthetic, not mechanical,

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Huh? There is half the bolt length left to further tension the saddle if I felt like destroying it. The bolt hasn't been turned for at least a year, I have no need to tension it any more as it is perfect the way it is -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I just realized the picture I posted is strangely squished, don't know how that happened. Still not sure how that would equate to thinking it was stretched beyond the tension bolt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Quality of Sugino Alpina2 cranks nowhere near that of original model Alpina

Interestingly, the original crank is also thicker near the crank arm than it is on the other "spider arms". Makes me think it's not a defect of the newer crank On Thursday, December 8, 2016 at 1:04:50 AM UTC-5, Nick Payne wrote: > > - on the new cranks, there is not a consistent thickness of

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

know if it was mentioned but the woman who started Rivet used to run SA. I purchased my first SA after speaking with her at a bike expo in SF. Would highly recommend buying Rivet due to her involvement, even though I don't own one. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:14:35 AM UTC-5, ian m wrote

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I am honestly surprised people have managed to stretch the SA leather past the length of the tension bolt. I have a Titanico (original model before T, X, ) I've had for about 5 years. Put countless miles on it, rode it on a week long tour, commuted on it, you name it. Still going strong. I

[RBW] Re: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!

I guarantee the Clem wont feel any heavier than the Appaloosa, and if you really want to negate any claims of "stoutness" or "husky-tude " then throw a couple racks and luggage on old Clem, it will handle with aplomb and you can pass any blame for perceived feelings of heaviness on the added

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

If the leather is taut with no slack it doesn't hammock your sit bones. If it doesn't hammock your sit bones each side wont move independently of the other. That movement combined with the slot to relieve perineal pressure are what make the saddle comfortable. Like I said I purchased my first

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Here is a pic of my saddle for comparison My sit bones are well behind the seatpost so no threat of sagging until they hit. There is no problem and nothing wrong with this saddle.

[RBW] Re: Bar bag for the Riv Bullmoose bar?

I'm a big fan of the Carradice-style saddlebag up front. Works great and Bullmoose friendly. Front rack recommended. Here is a not so great photo of setup in action On Monday, May 15, 2017 at 9:50:01 PM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: WTB: FRONT RACK .. Nitto or Pass and Stow

Can't offer local pickup, or silver, but I do have a black P rack for sale if interested. On Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at 10:39:42 PM UTC-4, Forrest Harvey wrote: > > Local Pickup Hopefully! (SF Bayarea) > > Looking for something to mount a smaller wald basket on. plus some other > gear. > > Needs

[RBW] FS: Silver hubs, Pass & Stow rack, Bianchi bike

Some Riv content and Riv adjacent content: 26" wheelset with prototype Silver hubs and Mavic SUP ceramic rims $250

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver hubs, Pass & Stow rack, Bianchi bike

26" wheelset with prototype Silver hubs and Mavic SUP ceramic rims $200 Pass & Stow rack $200 On Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 11:34:50 AM UTC-4, ian m wrote: > > Some Riv content and Riv adjacent content: > > 26" wheelset with prototype Silver hubs and Mavic SUP ceramic ri

[RBW] Nitto rear rack shortage?

Seems like everywhere is out of stock except on the 26" MT Campee. Anyone have any insight on why, if they hit a production bottleneck or distribution problems or something? Anyone have one they are looking to unload? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

On Friday, June 15, 2018 at 2:43:48 PM UTC-4, iamkeith wrote: > > > > If so, the solution for everyone who keeps insisting that they want a > "Rivendell" mountain bike - but only if it has disc brakes, suspension > corrected geometry, dropper post cable routing, etc. - already exists. >

[RBW] Re: I got a new Clem!

I'll never forgive Riv for not offering this color in the first Clem run. I had considered painting the two bikes I had prior to my Clem "banana slug yellow", then I jumped on the Clem pre-order as I had longed for a Riv but could never afford one before Clem arrived. It looked too nice to

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose Bars - Your Experiences?

Everyone who needs some cush and hasn't tried ESI grips really owes it to themselves to check them out. They come in a wide array of colors and girths and lengths and are extremely affordable for a MUSA product. They really are the bees knees and don't diminish the beauty of Nitto bars IMO

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose Bars - Your Experiences?

As a big fan of vintage mountain bikes, I mostly like the bullmoose for aesthetic purposes. I find that the need for multiple hand positions is more a symptom of a bike that doesn't fit me well, so I have never had a problem with them. Nice and wide, can't beat those fillet joints. Had them on

[RBW] TdF pros are using oversize rear derailer pulleys. Should you? Or, trickle... up? Cycle technology

Does this make the Altus like the best kept secret in racing tech of the century? -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Do you have a ROHLOFF hub on your bike ?

Please do! A Rohlapillar is my dream build On Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 10:31:57 AM UTC-4, CharlieG wrote: > > I must get around to posting pictures of my bikes, half of which I bought > from people on this list. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Rivendell West and East Meet Up

Is that a restroom with 8 different varieties of TP for the discerning wiper? I've never wanted to visit Japan more than after seeing that On Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 5:19:38 PM UTC-4, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > This list has been a shinning light of my life. Meeting so many new people > from

[RBW] Re: TdF pros are using oversize rear derailer pulleys. Should you? Or, trickle... up? Cycle technology

Unless I'm missing something that looks to be 12/11 tooth pulleys? On Monday, August 6, 2018 at 5:05:21 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > > > >How low can we go ? ! ! ! >

[RBW] Re: TdF pros are using oversize rear derailer pulleys. Should you? Or, trickle... up? Cycle technology

Anyway, I hope to see more options with larger pulley derailers. As much as I love the Altus it is definitely not made to last On Sunday, August 5, 2018 at 6:18:34 PM UTC-4, ian m wrote: > > > <https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PCetHyOZJEA/W1nPYbgSA5I

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa, MIT Atlantis versus Jones SWB

The chainstays aren't the defining characteristic of Jones geometry! On the LWB with truss fork the HTA is 67.5 and the fork has 76mm offset. Looks like short wheel base HTA is 69 and unicrown fork offers 55mm offset. So you're still getting a long wheelbase that offers stability but more from

[RBW] Re: Wald 137 bag recommendations?

Having ridden with cloth totes in a basket for many years I can say with confidence neither visual nor reality has ever been a problem. Plus, with a nice canvas rolltop, you would roll the handles right up! On Monday, July 16, 2018 at 10:21:28 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > The problem with

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa, MIT Atlantis versus Jones SWB

My Jones is a dedicated off-roader. I'm running 3" knobbies tubeless with 10psi in front, 12psi in back, and the bounce when pedaling on pavement is pretty extreme. On Monday, July 16, 2018 at 1:16:46 PM UTC-4, Jonathan D. wrote: > > Ian - how would you describe the ride feel between the two

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa, MIT Atlantis versus Jones SWB

I have a Clem and Jones Plus. When I lived in California and rode trails that were beautifully groomed a bike like Clem was just fine. Then I moved to PA and all my local trails are gnarly, root filled, technical singletrack that are designed with modern mountain bikes in mind. Sure, I could

[RBW] Re: Wald 137 bag recommendations?

I don't understand why these tote style bags always have tiny little handles. I would love one with slightly longer handles so you can either carry it or put it over a shoulder comfortably. This is the case with like 90% of cloth tote bags! I like the roll top feature, easy way to keep water

[RBW] Re: removing broken hex bolt from rack mount

Use a left hand drill bit to extract. As the bit grabs the metal it spins it counter-clockwise. Much safer than EZ outs which I don't trust. I've done this with old bolts that break on my 72 Honda motorcycle. On Thursday, July 5, 2018 at 1:31:01 PM UTC-4, jandrews wrote: > > Hi > I have a bolt

[RBW] Re: Selle Anatomica saddle break in question.

On both my SA saddles break in time was nil. Perfect out of the box. I would not recommend conditioning the leather too much as they are known for stretching rather fast. Tighten/loosen the bolt as needed, I usually just have about a finger tip width between under the saddle and the seatpost

Re: [RBW] Re: Dear Riv, please make a wider Noodle

Very cool! On Monday, July 2, 2018 at 4:06:17 PM UTC-4, Takashi wrote: > > Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: >> >> A steel moose stem with removable faceplates >> >

[RBW] Re: Things I wish Rivendell still sold..

The MUSA purple and gray striped long sleeve wool shirt. My favorite base layer and it's full of holes from my cats laying on top of it when I'm not wearing it and making biscuits. Would buy three -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: New SimWorks rack

LeRoy, That configuration is doable with a Mark's Rack, it's how I set mine up on my Clem On Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 4:41:06 PM UTC-4, LeRoy wrote: > > The load platform looks nicely sized but the four leg mounts, as shown in > the pictures, would allow the same potentially catastrophic

Re: [RBW] comparison: Marathon vs Compass

On Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 8:34:54 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Compass ELs + Orange Seal in tubes = best of both worlds. > How does one get orange seal into a tube without clogging the valve? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Here's my new Atlantis

Thanks for sharing! Those look great On Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 1:00:27 PM UTC-4, Gabriel Bruguier wrote: > > > Congratulations on the bad ass build, Ash! The Open Bar is great! > > To Brynnar and others who like the bar but have an aversion to black > components-- I recently

[RBW] Re: Cheviut? More like Chevi-awesome. Amiright?

I've never really been a fan of wood fenders on a bike, something about it just rubs me the wrong way. But I gotta say the Family Truckster comparison really won me over and I'm a big fan of this Chev On Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 10:49:56 PM UTC-5, Stephen W. wrote: > > Howdy y'all, >

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Also that fork is a beaut On Friday, September 14, 2018 at 11:43:49 PM UTC-4, Collin A wrote: > > Looks different, as all rivendell bikes do. It'll be interesting to see > how it rides and what the bike industry will think of it at the trade show. > >

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

I had imagined the possibility of a Riv off-roader replacing my current Clem, as riding off road is 95% of my riding now, but this bike repeats the same design flaw as the Clem. Jones Bikes prove that you can have a huge wheelbase for an awesomely stable ride on a Mtn bike, but it shouldn't

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