Re: [RBW] Hattiesburg MS Riv Ride

Thanks for the suggestion!  On Friday, April 21, 2023 at 11:20:29 AM CDT, Lyman Labry wrote: HelloI cycled LongLeaf Trace last month in a loop that included backroads   through Laurel. You might try Bandits BBQ in Sumrall on the trail.Lyman  On Fri, Apr 21, 2023 at 8:54 AM

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

Hi Ryan:I share your inclinations on RBW designs. My 1st Riv was a Rambouillet in 2006. The Ram was conceived of as a successor to the Long Low and mine continues to be a great riding bike.  I next got a Saluki but decided it really wasn’t for me and re-sold it. My 3rd Riv was a Road prototype and

Re: [RBW] 26” to 650c on Rambouillet

Patrick: I took the original comment on the bar as a positive. The angled inverted mustache bars are nice for a senior citizen back. The Walnut studio grip has held up well. As to other observation of “so many things wrong,” that seems to violate the list rules of etiquette. I’ll leave it to

Re: [RBW] Re: Photos and details of my 1995 Riv Road Standard build

I use Banjo Bros bags on mine. Carradice did not survive long in strong sun. The RBW kevens bag did better but not great. Black Rose gave good service and looked nice but holds too little. Ymmv Sent from my iPhone > On May 5, 2022, at 10:36 AM, Adrianna T wrote: > > Now for the million

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Timeline - it's happening!

Those are pretty collectible then! Sent from my iPad > On Nov 28, 2021, at 2:24 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > As Ryan stated there are in fact a few RS-made Rivs out there. Very few. > > Joe Bernard > >> On Sunday, November 28, 2021 at 11:22:14 AM UTC-8 Fullylugged wrote: >> Sachs designed

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Timeline - it's happening!

Sachs designed the lugs used on the earliest models. He didn’t make them or any frames. Waterford was the earliest vendor and as others have noted, a few other small builders have helped over the years, Nobilette most recently. Toyo did several frame models for a period of about 5 years, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Who likes the original Atlantis?

Doing some interwebs reading over a lunchtime sandwich, it seems most people side with Bill. Lugs are apparently stronger, and possibly prettier, and they are easier to do a tube replacement with, but tube size, frame geometry, wall thickness and tube alloy are more where the stiffness enters

Re: [RBW] Re: FS - Rivendell Rambouillet

The green was my favorite color, but only the blue was made in the smaller sizes I need. I still have my first year Riv Road. (The Road has a level TT, the Road Standard has an upslope TT.). It is a wonderful bike and gets most of the miles. I converted it to 650B so I can get 38 mm tires in.

Re: [RBW] Re: For 22 years I've continually been surprised and repeated thrilled by my Road Custom

I’m also a fan of earlier Riv ride and handling. I have a ‘95 Waterford made pre production sample for the road. It has lovely French curve forks of 531 while the frame is 753. Quick Waterford steering geometry and slack seat tube and long chain stay comfy Riv ride. It’s still my main bike.

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

I have inverted mustache bars on my Ram. Looks nice and feels good . Sent from my iPad > On Apr 15, 2021, at 10:16 PM, brendonoid wrote: > Inverted Billie Bars! Solves the reach problems I had with moustache bars > but still gives me that lovely forward hooks position that makes moustache >

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

I ordered wheels with Velocity A23 rims for my Rivendell Road from Universal Cycles. They were in stock and and my custom spec order took about a week to lace up and ship to me. Sent from my iPad > On Apr 2, 2021, at 12:18 AM, Nathan F wrote: > > I've got a 55 in the Lime-Olive headed my

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

There is always a buzz of excitement when RBW introduces some new thing. Models come and go regularly. As GP notes, Platypus is the 4th Mixte model they’ve rolled out. (Wilbury/Glorius, Betty Foy/Yves Gomez, Cheviot are the others). When the idea of extending the top tube as chain stays or

Re: [RBW] Re: Personal Experiences Request.

Hello Hugh: The A23 is narrow for a 55 to sit well, I think. It’s also shallow compared to the cliffhanger. The Atlas might actually be one for you to consider with 55 tires. Bruce Sent from my iPad > On Feb 4, 2021, at 5:30 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > >  > Hi Bruce, > > And thanks for the

Re: [RBW] Re: Leah Peterson Takes A Stand

George: I got a rack bar to carry my wife’s step through bike on our car trunk rack. It also works great. To put her bike in my stand, acting like a top tube. Under $20 iirc. Bruce Sent from my iPad > On Jan 25, 2021, at 11:44 AM, George Schick wrote: > > Yes, that's true - I have a

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 26" Road Wheelset

Thanks Mark. I got a DM from another interested party so we’ll see if this one takes before I hop over to the Ibob list. The blue run of Rams had 50 & 52 cm frames that take 26” wheels only. Mine is a 52cm. Sent from my iPad > On Sep 4, 2020, at 6:49 AM, Mark Roland wrote: > >  > If you

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Typo of course. I meant to type “Hillborne” was the economy version of Homer. How many figured that out? Sent from my iPad > On Jul 27, 2020, at 1:38 PM, Erik Wright wrote: > > I've very curious to see the geo of the upcoming run of Sams. To your point, > Homer and Sam are both MIT and I'm

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Homer was conceived as a MIT less expensive alternative to Homer/Saluki. Capability wise, they are about the same. They do fire roads and light to medium tours well. They are capable on roads but not pure road bikes. Now both are MIT. Not sure why both still appear. Sent from my iPhone

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

Nifty summary Edwin, missing the Road and Road Standard bikes of ‘94-98. Long time RBW followers know that if you see something you like, buy it. EVERYTHING gets replaced after a short while due to a number of constraints. Some long term projects like Atlantis keep the name but the new

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Timeline

There are still enough old timers around to put that together, I’m sure. What it it probably show is that if you see a Rivendell bike you like, it’s better to scrape the money together and get one sooner rather than later. Models come and models go based on multiple factors. Tailwinds! Sent

RE: Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Made In Taiwan. Earlier examples came from Japan or the US. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Lyman LabrySent: Saturday, March 21, 2020 8:42 PMTo: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.comSubject: Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv  What does MIT stand for? On Sat, Mar 21, 2020 at 7:44 PM Ian Dickson

Re: [RBW] Re: Group Riding / New Covid-19 World

Hey all. Homeopathic remedies have no place on this bike list. Specifically arguing about it. Can we please stop posts either way? I hope the virus crisis passes soon and with as little impact as possible so we can all worry about saddle height and if chainstays have gotten too long Regards

RE: Re: [RBW] Re: Group Riding / New Covid-19 World

Alabama executive order limits gatherings INSIDE closed spaces at 25 and recommends no more than 10.  On our club ride tonight, we had 7 riders, all properly spaced, no touching, spitting, coughing, etc,  it was very enjoyable.  Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Joe BernardSent: Thursday, March

RE: Re: [RBW] Re: Group Riding / New Covid-19 World

Alabama executive order limits gatherings INSIDE closed spaces at 25 and recommends no more than 10.  On our club ride tonight, we had 7 riders, all properly spaced, no touching, spitting, coughing, etc,  it was very enjoyable.  Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Joe BernardSent: Thursday, March

RE: [RBW] Re: Group Riding / New Covid-19 World

I look at the total # of resolved cases (either died or recovered) which gives a mortality rate currently around 10%. About that same as SARS which is also a Corona Virus but less contagious. Expectation is that 40% - 70% of the US population will get it at some point.  Unfortunately, we have no

RE: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Looks good! Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: IsaacSent: Tuesday, March 17, 2020 11:51 AMTo: RBW Owners BunchSubject: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv Hello,  This is my first post. I’ve been reading the Google group for a while and very much appreciate the information and photos of such wonderful

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b clearance on Rambouillet?

I’ve converted all my 700c bikes to 650B. 38 mm seems the sweet spot for tire size. I can run Grand Bois or Pari Motos or Gravel Kings and play with pressure to suit the route. The MaFac Pro centerpulls are really strong brakes and I like them. Tektros with good pads are okay, just not as

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Very nice bikes. Is the Ram a 650B conversion? With the setups so similar, how do the 2 bikes compare in ride qualities? Thanks Bruce Sent from my iPad > On Feb 10, 2020, at 10:54 AM, MoVelo wrote: > >  > Hello everyone. Thought I jump in here and post pics of my two Rivendells. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

I agree about cantos mostly, but I have been very impressed by the stopping power of the Mafac centerpulls on my Waterford with a Terraferma fork. Centerpulls are easy to set up, but it does complicate front rackage. YMMV. Sent from my iPad > On Dec 20, 2019, at 4:22 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Thin Gripster alternatives?

I rode our December Populaire (100KM) Saturday on my ‘95 Riv Road. One of the tricks I used to get the weight to 18.5 lbs is these very light pedals from JG Bike. I really like them. Plenty of weight distribution, good grip without pointy spikes messing up shoes, and very light. They have a

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Best orange ever! Nice looking bike AND tour. Sent from my iPad > On Dec 6, 2019, at 7:08 PM, Wyatt wrote: > >  > > Here's my old Rambouillet. Bought secondhand from a guy in the Bay Area back > in 2005, toured and commuted on her for about a decade, shamefully let her > collect dust for

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

What you want is a Saluki. Sent from my iPad > On Nov 15, 2019, at 9:50 AM, Jason Fuller wrote: > > ISO a 52cm Homer back when it didn't have cargo-bike chainstays > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

What tires are those Adam? Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 22, 2019, at 11:47 PM, Adam Leibow wrote: > >  > my rambouillet on an alpine dam ride here in marin (sf) > > > > > > >> On Friday, February 1, 2019 at 11:29:13 AM UTC-8, Adam Leibow wrote: >> hi all, i want to create a thread where

Re: [RBW] Re: Which Rivendell frame would you resurrect?

Always, always, always: with Rivendell, if you see something you want, get it now. Chances are it won’t be there later. Not to say there won’t be other great stuff, but nothing stays the same at RBW. GP’s recent blog talks about what he thought he knew when he started out at RBW vs what he now

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended Painters in Eastern US

My single coat with blast and prime was $120. My Ram with cream headtube, fork crown and lug windows done right and decals applied under 2 clear coats was $240. Pics if interested. This is the guy in Pelham. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 27, 2019, at 10:52 AM, Touriste-Routier > wrote: >

RE: [RBW] WTB: tan saddlesack X-small

Jeff: Give a shout any time you’d like to try a ride. It need not be long. I’m in the Montgomery area. You can ride one of the shorter options in our club century next month! We also have a group putting on a gravel ride from 25 to 67 mile routes. Tailwinds Sent from Mail for Windows 10

Re: [RBW] First Rivendell — sizing question

Auto spell Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 5, 2019, at 4:07 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > "Racy?" Surely not "racist." > >> On 6/5/19 4:56 PM, Fullylugged wrote: >> A racist build will be down to 18 lbs or so. > -- > Steve Palincsar > Alexandria, Virginia > USA > -- > You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Handsome bike! Center pulls are approved! Stop like nobody’s business. I think the green was the prettiest color. How is the ride? Sent from my iPhone > On May 7, 2019, at 11:31 AM, Omar Sandoval wrote: > > My Rambouillet on it's first ride. This is my first Rivendell after lusting > for

Re: [RBW] Re: Hiluki vintage ??

Appreciate the info Ted. Yes on the Tokyo bikes. I absolutely love my Rambouillet Sent from my iPad > On May 1, 2019, at 9:06 AM, ted wrote: > > Thanks Pondero, your bike looks like a twin to mine. So it seems ~2010 is a > decent estimate. > > Fullylugged, your history is a bit off. > The

Re: [RBW] Re: What’s your winter (re)build?

Very nice build! What is about water bottle cages though? I have that exact combination in the same positions on my Rambouillet! Sent from my iPad > On Mar 15, 2019, at 7:53 AM, Matt C. wrote: > > After building and riding many bikes that have been cheaper Rivendell > inspired builds, I was

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Very nice bike Jeremy. One the last ones made quite possibly. I ended up repainting my blue one in amber gold, but that green was a serious contender. Sent from my iPad > On Mar 11, 2019, at 1:29 PM, Jeremy Till wrote: > > Here's my 64cm Rambouillet, purchased used last summer and recently

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Repair & Repaint

Thanks all for the kind words. GP told me it was very repairable and that was the case. The cost to keep it on the road is way less than a new frame and you can’t get those lugs anymore. It was my #1 ride before the tube crack ( although I’ve had the Ram longer so it has more overall miles)

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

Beautiful bike. The solid rear dropout differs from the later Rams which have a window and the lug set is pointed instead of rounded as on later bikes. Ooh that color! Sent from my iPad > On Feb 11, 2019, at 10:32 PM, Evan E. wrote: > > Rambouillet: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet Refresh

Thanks Rich. This is a 52cm frame and this size in a Ram came in 559 (26”) only. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 4, 2019, at 7:24 AM, R Shannon wrote: > > Bruce, your Ram rebuild looks spectacular! Thanks very much for the progress > reports. > > What is the wheel size? > > Best regards, >

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

The trail works great for me. We run 100, 200 and 300k rides on it during the year. The Ft Payne area features a canyon or you can climb Lookout Mtn. Or both. The TRED routes north of Rome and the Chickamagua battleground park are wonderful. GA is Full of bike routes plus the trail too.

RE: [RBW] Re: How do you track your mileage?

The good deacon is correct. Let’s keep it to bikes and bikey things here as per the list rules. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Philip Williamson Sent: Thursday, December 20, 2018 8:55 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: How do you track your mileage? "...is this something best left

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

The 26” wheel was used to achieve better geometry in smaller size bikes. It is neutral steering and corners like it’s on rails. Default tire is 32 and takes fenders. Up to 1 1/2” without fenders. (What I’m using right now). The 1 1/2” will not pass the brake shoes for removal without letting

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

Keith: We have the same inseam. The 52 Ram is a perfect fit. Try 650B in your road. I did and run 38 mm Soma Express with room and Pari-Moto's with less room. Both work. Bruce Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Keith Weaver Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2018 11:17 AM To:

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

It looks exactly like my 52. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Lum Gim Fong Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2018 2:31 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete" That is really wierd that the HT of this 52 is taller than a 54 HT . But that goes to show the

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

Ian: Good eye. I am more sure now that the tire size is visible that it is a 52 and suspect the ST measurement is in error. Perhaps they measured the DT instead. In any case: Advertised as a 56, measured as a 54 and evidence shows a 52. I wouldn’t buy this without actually seeing it in

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

Then the wheel size can’t be 26”. 26” came wit the 50cm and 52 cm only. 54cm has 700 wheels. Very different standover. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Bruce Baker Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2018 9:10 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

Hi Reed: I test rode a Norvindian owned by a fellow cyclist in Mobile. I found it much less lively than my Ram. She loves it however. Maybe lugs vs welds? The Ram is fine on gravel with fat tires. I did a gravel grind on Pasela 1 1/2” and ride was okay. I was leery of the brakes on

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

Yes Kieran it’s .8/.5/.8 Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 2, 2018, at 2:11 PM, Kieran J wrote: > > Too bad I didn't have my Ram at the Unmeeting. I've always assumed it's OS > 8-5-8 but since it's the biggest size, I'd sure like confirmation. Maybe some > day :-D > > KJ > > >> On Tuesday,

Re: [RBW] Upright bars and romulus

And you’re no crustier now than you were at 66! . I need to get up that way and ride with you again. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 30, 2018, at 5:51 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > I wouldn't call either 30 or 56 "old." I'm 76. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Adding Canti mounts to a Ram???

RamBobs For the win! My blue 52 has 1 1/2” paselas on and I love the ride. It’s my casual cruiser but is really only a mile or 2 per hour slower than my fastest bike. Same motor on both. Going to look at those SKS fenders. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 15, 2018, at 9:10 AM, Jock Dewey

Re: [RBW] Re: MIT Roadeo coming?

Beautiful bike! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 3, 2018, at 12:44 PM, Brian Campbell wrote: > > I bought a used custom on this list as my "poor man's" Roadeo. It fits 32's > without fenders and minus the seat bag and water bottle weighs just shy of > 22lbs. Light weight tubing throughout and no

Re: [RBW] Re: MIT Roadeo coming?

Alex cycles has new Rams made with niobium tubing in blue and green in 50, 52, and 56 sizes for $1,625 plus shipping (frameset). Good deal for those wanting them. I think supply is very limited. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 3, 2018, at 8:56 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Your favorite Rivendell?

The lower top tube let’s me stand over a 54.5 frame instead of the usual 50 cm that a 700 wheel would require. Much better geometry. Tim is right about the handling. Sent from my iPhone > On May 7, 2018, at 8:23 AM, Tim Gavin wrote: > > Rich- > > Like

RE: [RBW] FS - Odds and ends

Sure. USPS flat rate for a medium box (don’t think it will squeeze into a small) is $13.60. If you will Paypal me $43.60 to this email. (please make sure that any fees are not by me) I will send it to you. Need your address of course. Thanks so much. Bruce Sent from Mail for Windows 10

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Thinking about selling my Rambouillet

Not every Ram owner was thrilled with the bike but it seems most are, as shown by the high level of activity on Ram threads. I have over 13,000 miles on mine and if I could only keep one bike that would be the one. Right now it has 37mm tires but this weekend I'm going back to the stock issue

Re: [RBW] Front Low-rider Panniers on Rambouillet?

A slot now possibly shared with Hunqapillar. On Wed, Dec 28, 2016 at 9:06 PM, Steve Palincsar <palin...@his.com> wrote: > > On 12/28/2016 08:15 PM, Bruce Herbitter wrote: > > the fork is not intended for the weight either in the tubing choice or the > geometry. But you are correc

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Thinking about selling my Rambouillet

Thanks Mike for that datapoint. On Wed, Dec 28, 2016 at 7:12 PM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > My 58cm Ramborange will fit a 37mm Paselaespecially in back where the > brake bridge is higher than it should be >

Re: [RBW] Front Low-rider Panniers on Rambouillet?

the fork is not intended for the weight either in the tubing choice or the geometry. But you are correct, top rack and low hung weight will be different. On Wed, Dec 28, 2016 at 6:40 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > Yes, but a lowrider isn't like Marks rack. > > > On 12/28/2016

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Thinking about selling my Rambouillet

I just copy and paste screen grabs :) Wayback machine March 2003 On Wed, Dec 28, 2016 at 6:40 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > That must describe the later generations, because the 1st gen orange ones > certainly didn't fit 38mm tires. > > > On 12/28/2016 07:35 PM, Fullylugged

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 650b Grand Bois Cypres tire set

Okay, I'll take them. Steve: I had a set of wire bead cypress a few years ago. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 18, 2016, at 8:26 AM, lum gim fong wrote: > > Yes, it is a folding tire. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the

Re: [RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Thanks Ian. I was feeling like the Lone Ranger. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 6, 2016, at 9:14 AM, ian m wrote: > > 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

Re: [RBW] Reuse Brooks handlebar tape?

Steve: those designer wraps like handle bra and Velo Orange elk skin look nice when new but have not lasted for me. I get a couple of years from a Brooks wrap. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 8, 2016, at 6:55 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > Drop bars, right? How old is the

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 51 Atlantis

Doing well, thank you. Still happily pedaling when I can get away. Hope you find the right frameset at the right price! On Wed, Aug 24, 2016 at 6:08 PM, Kellie wrote: > Hi Bruce, how are you? Yes I love my Saluki and still very grateful that > you offered it. Yes,

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini

Yes! For 1,560 USD for the frame set which is a great value. I see several sizes listed. Blue and green depending. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 27, 2016, at 2:02 PM, Justin August wrote: > > I believe AlexsCycles in Japan has some for sale currently as well. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

Also found on Saluki On Fri, Mar 18, 2016 at 5:02 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Definitely like a AHH lug. Beautiful! > > > > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

I'm in for an apron! Sent from my iPad > On Feb 14, 2016, at 3:04 PM, Patrick Shea wrote: > > Hey Philip: > > The patches are GREAT!!! And my partners sister-in-law makes aprons, dresses, > etc. and was open to making me a custom apron. Maybe we should think up some >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Hugh I never have pedal strike issues on my 54.5 cm conversion. It's really a good bike to do it on. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 25, 2015, at 12:13 PM, hsmitham wrote: > > That's really cool Erl. Did you notice any pedal strike tendencies with the > lower BB

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

The earliest ones were not yet called "standard". They are circa 1995. Old decal style, level TT and no HT extension. Shimano dropouts. Later bikes have Technociclo dropouts, sloped TT, extended HT and later decals. Tire size is always a function of available brakes. As reach improved, GP

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

If you switch it to 650B, you can get 38mm pari motos in there!  Sent from my iPad > On Nov 24, 2015, at 8:52 PM, Eric Daume wrote: > > 700x35 clearance in 1996 is likely different than 700x35 clearance today. It > seems like all tires were overstated for width back

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 50cm Rambouillet or 51cm Roadeo

Alex's has them at a very good price. The same frame would be $2,300 today, based on the current RBW price list. Like T.O.M., I'm 5' - 6" and the 52 is perfect. I have over 12K miles on mine, including 52 this morning with lots of hills. On Mon, Sep 7, 2015 at 11:54 AM, T.O.M.

Re: [RBW] Re: Wheelie on 18% grade...

The loop around town that we'll pedal tonight after work has a short pitch of 20% (the middle section of a 1/2 mile or so of otherwise 9% - 12% stuff). I can do it seated in the granny of a triple, but have to stand if riding a double. Tonight's bike is a Road with triple. No worries. Similar to

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

All the Rams were made at Toyo. They were then sent out to other Japanese shops for painting. Most were sold as framesets with headset, but a fair number were sold as a complete bike with a particular parts kit that RBW had a good price on. The earliest orange ones had more pointy lugs. Some early

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

FAST shipping and better than FedEx on price! (or close at any rate). Enjoy the build and then the ride! That French Blue is a great color. On Sun, Jul 12, 2015 at 11:28 AM, T.O.M. delavi...@icloud.com wrote: First and foremost, a big thank you to Bill for this post and for sharing his

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

I've had good service with Velocity Synergy rims on Deore hubs. RBW sold some Velocity Twin Hollow rims on Deores a while back. Those rims are better for light weight riders, IMO. I have them and they work fine for me also. They're my back up set. I have Synergy rims on White IND hubs on a 650B

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 54 Saluki

The bar tape is a great contrast. Came out very nicely Kellie. Hope you pedal many enjoyable miles on it. On Sat, Jul 4, 2015 at 9:59 AM, Kellie kellie.staple...@gmail.com wrote: Here's the pea green. 10 y/o Saluki, 50cm

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Bleriot: your take on it.

Great report Ed. Happy 4th to you and Mary too. On Sat, Jul 4, 2015 at 4:10 PM, dailyrandonneur eddie...@gmail.com wrote: I've got both, a 59 Bleriot and a 58 Rambouillet. Both have Noodle bars and B-17 Brooks saddles. The Bleriot with GB Cypres 32mm tires feels a tad flexier, but has more

Re: [RBW] Re: Are all blue Rambouillets 700c, and another frame question?

From the RBW web page for Rams in march of 2009 (the one where it's famous nap was announced): The Rambouillet is better made than most custom frames. It is hand-made in a small high-end frame shop in Osaka, Japan. There are five builders, and three of them braze. Their standards are high, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Are all blue Rambouillets 700c, and another frame question?

The 52 cm Ram with 26 wheels rides very nicely on Conti Gatorskin 28s. The factory build (most were sold as frame sets but a built model was avail and that is what I bought) came with Pasela 32s On Fri, Jul 3, 2015 at 6:51 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On 07/03/2015 07:41 AM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Are all blue Rambouillets 700c, and another frame question?

Picture saved :) On Fri, Jul 3, 2015 at 10:12 AM, iamkeith keithhar...@gmail.com wrote: I'm certain it was to achieve proper geometry in the case of the Rambouillet. But, for me, 26 is where its at anyway! In addition to my 60cm Ram, I have a 60cm All Rounder with 26 tires, and I will

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

Not that this is thread drift or anything... My Ram has 62.3mm of trail, the Saluki had 61.5. Both intended for no more than a light front bag like a L'il Loafer. They track around curvy descents like they are on rails. Love it. My Road has 53.8mm of trail and the Waterford 1100 I used to pedal

Re: [RBW] Re: New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)

I like it! A number of us have converted them to 650B it seems. Makes for a great riding bike. Sent from my iPad On Apr 26, 2015, at 10:17 PM, carnerda...@bellsouth.net carnerda...@bellsouth.net wrote: picture as requested:

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?

Time for this thread to die Sent from my iPhone On Apr 1, 2015, at 10:04 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Och! Tell me this is an elaborately planned, well ramped up, April Fool's joke! This is utterly fascinating and quizzically amusing and stunningly illustrative of

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

I recall Jan doing a thorough tire comparison. The old G.B. Ourson has the same tread as CDV on a better body and rides noticeably nicer. I have the non TG pasela 1 1/2 on my Ram and Oursons on the Road with a TREK wearing Maxy Fastys. They all ride well but the Paselas are the noisiest of the

Re: [RBW] Re: Perception and Reality

Yes Alan. The original catalog write up gave the tube brand, size and thickness. It's been posted here before. You should be able to google search it. If you run into difficulty, I'll fish the write up out of the drawer and re send it. Bruce Sent from my iPad On Mar 15, 2015, at 10:32 AM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Perception and Reality

Actually, the bike in practice was not made with those tubes. When they sourced them at Toyo in Osaka, they went with Japanese tube as well.​ new doc 1.pdf https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B523P2fbM8q3bHY3ZjNGb20xUHhLUE1sWWVnbTBjaENKZUYw/edit?usp=drive_web ​ On Sun, Mar 15, 2015 at 12:28 PM,

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Custom Complete Bike....$550

Super price on a great bike. Sadly I'm 6 too short to ride it Sent from my iPhone On Feb 19, 2015, at 11:59 AM, Gregg gre...@gmail.com wrote: Final price drop for complete bike $500.00 This bike is rock solid! Made for original owner who was 6' On Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB

Delighted to send the hound dog to happy new home :) Sent from my iPhone On Feb 15, 2015, at 1:32 PM, Kellie kellie.staple...@gmail.com wrote: So happy to say I found a Saluki, perfect size. Thank you Fullylugged! On Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 8:40:47 AM UTC-8, Kellie wrote: Prefer

Re: [RBW] New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)

Erl I'm using text to 559s (the Riv silver brand is a polished version ) with cool stop salmon pads. I've had 38mm Pari Motos on it, but like the 36mm grand Bois Ourson instead (there is a new tire that replaces Ourson in their line up). 170 campy crankset. Mks touring lite pedals Bruce On

Re: [RBW] Re: Road Standard vs. Rambouillet?

Is the top tube level or sloped? On Fri, Oct 24, 2014 at 1:23 PM, rw1911 rw1...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks. Unfortunately the frame is not in my possession and won't be accessible for a while. Here's a shot of the non-extended head tube also showing the old style lugs... On Thursday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Road Standard vs. Rambouillet?

Your date code on the BB shell will tell you when your bike was made. Level TT? Whose dropouts? On Wednesday, October 22, 2014, rw1911 rw1...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks! That's exactly what I was hoping for - something a little more sporty and lively. Question regarding your 2nd post: Do you

Re: [RBW] Re: Road Standard vs. Rambouillet?

500 is a great price for a Waterford built bike. What year is yours? 54 is probably not the catalog size, depending on your year, and of course the measure is c-t-t. I should point out that the Road standard has a slightly sloped TT and extended HT which the earlier Road like mine does not have.

Re: [RBW] Blug post

Somewhere I have an RBW tee that says something about always lugged. Maybe always = 20 years? Anyway there are lots of nice tîg welded frames around. It is less costly than lug work. There are frames with more exotic tubing too. Don't think Riv uses double tapered stays anymore, so what you have

Re: [RBW] BLUG: New color on prototype and Cheviot

I think you reserve a real cheviot with a 75% deposit. You can look at the prototype to get the idea, but you get the production bike On Thursday, September 18, 2014, Edwin W dweenda...@hotmail.com wrote: So at the end of this blugpost, it reads: Bottom photo: here’s that same Chameleon

Re: [RBW] BLUG: New color on prototype and Cheviot

I think you reserve a real cheviot with a 75% deposit. You can look at the prototype to get the idea, but you get the production bike On Thursday, September 18, 2014, Edwin W dweenda...@hotmail.com wrote: So at the end of this blugpost, it reads: Bottom photo: here’s that same Chameleon

Re: [RBW] End of a Seattle institution

I seem to remember reading a comment by Grant that he had no plans to continue RBW after his own retirement. As the linked post notes, all good things come to an end, but new opportunities also come and have their chance to succeed. I'm glad to read that Davidson bikes will continue, at least

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for saddle covers?

Selle Anatomica saddles have a way of multiplying. On Thursday, September 4, 2014, Peter Adler divisi@gmail.com wrote: A few years back, an LBS in Oakland CA was selling Selle Italia saddle condoms for $5. At the time, I was nervous about the water resistance of my shiny-new (okay, new to

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