[RBW] Re: F: Pair of Pacenti Pari-Moto 650B Tires

Sold pending payment.Eric Nwww.CampyOnly.comInstagram: @CampyOnlyGuyTwitter: @CampyOnlyGuyOn Sep 18, 2024, at 8:18 PM, Eric Norris wrote:I discovered these in my tire cache—I no longer have any 650B wheels, so they need a new home.I believe these are new—or nearly so—with only the most minor

[RBW] F: Pair of Pacenti Pari-Moto 650B Tires

questions. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- 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 ema

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell children's bike

Conventional wisdom says kids don't have enough hand strength for hand brakes. In fact, the CPSC requires kids bikes to have a coaster brake (they can't be hand brake only). Eric On Tue, Sep 17, 2024 at 12:42 PM Nick Shoemaker wrote: > > I’m intrigued by this too, but a littl

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

> > > On the clothing tab, it says this (my emphasis): We want our riders to look as elegant and stylish as their bikes. Our clothes combine the ultimate in performance with an understated look. Our jerseys are simple and elegant. *Our knickers *are performance cycling wear that disappear when yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

I would like to know as well. And I have been unable to figure out how to ask... On Mon, Sept 16, 2024, 13:40 Igor wrote: > Resurrecting this old discussion. RH has never restocked. I've emailed > Jitensha to find out if those are still available.. Any new findings? > > On Monday, March 2, 2020

Re: [RBW] 53cm Bridgestone RB-T $325 plus shipping

Wow, great price on a cult-ish RB-T! I had one that was a size up and it was too small for me. Haven't checked yet but if you haven't cross-posted to iBoB I'd recommend it. Surprised it hasn't sold yet! On Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 1:32:37 PM UTC-4 RichS wrote: > David, > > Your RB-T i

Re: [RBW] Puzzled by 2 Rivendell recommendations

The silence is very nice, most of the time, but when I ride my commuter with IGH and belt in the rain, I get a bit of wet belt squeak. It's not intolerable, but it's not silent either. On Fri, Sep 13, 2024 at 2:50 PM ian m wrote: > Belt drive is extremely practical for people who don't *care *fo

Re: [RBW] Puzzled by 2 Rivendell recommendations

, September 12, 2024, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Eric > > That's interesting. I think you mean that as kind of a burn, because I'm > pretty sure you disapprove of the RoadUno, which you are allowed to do. A > few questions though: Do you have any guess about what fraction of people

Re: [RBW] Puzzled by 2 Rivendell recommendations

The dropouts might be proprietary, but they're functionally identical to those on a 2003 Surly Karate Monkey... though I doubt Riv's have the Surly name cast in. Eric On Wed, Sep 11, 2024 at 2:09 PM Bill Lindsay wrote: > "Wouldn't verticals make the frame less apt for it

[RBW] FS : 63cm MUSA A. Homer Hilsen

Hi all! Looking to sell my A. Homer Hilsen. Purchased in 2019 from this list. While a great bike that I rode regularly throughout the height of the pandemic, it’s been gathering dust since I moved back to South Philadelphia—where I just don’t ride as much as I’d like. It’s just a tad bit too

Re: [RBW] Puzzled by 2 Rivendell recommendations

Riv is concerned the bottom bracket drop (80mm IIRC) is too low for a fixed gear—pedal strike concern. I would run it fixed without hesitation. Eric On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Patrick Moore wrote: > I learn more about Riv from Bike Snob than from their website, tho' that > w

[RBW] Re: An A. Homer Hilsen 500km review.

Nicholas — Thanks for sharing the build info, your riding experience so far and the lovely picture! I'd wager you have lots of good riding options where you are based on the vista. Is there a worthwhile story behind how you purchased the bike? Any fun logistics going through a dealer in Paris

[RBW] Re: Wool in summer

Hello, I'm a wool obsessive right here. During peak summer in Virginia it can get downright nasty with high temps and high humidity. I wear wool all year when I ride. Always wool socks, even the thicker DeFeet Woolie Boolies when it's as miserable as it gets. I like the padding and the socks n

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Susie

I believe that's a wall-mounted thermostat control for an HVAC system On Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 5:05:17 PM UTC-4 mwill...@gmail.com wrote: > On their built by Blue Lug” Rivendell page there is a new Susie build > posted. A beautiful San by One (3x1) with something (?) below the headset

Re: [RBW] Silver shifter surgery and corrosive metal welding

> citing another instance of brass ferrule stuck in a deore RD, this time in > NYC (where summers and winters can both be humid) > On Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 6:41:25 PM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > >> >> Hey eric, >> >> Yeah ive had similar issues. Had a mildly

[RBW] Re: Shoes/sandals for wide feet

Some great recs and ideas here, thanks to everyone for sharing their Wide Shoe Resources! On Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 10:32:32 AM UTC-4 frank.b...@gmail.com wrote: > I have the same problem and found that the Birkenstocks with the 'rugged" > sole work for me. Birks are super comfy and a

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul and King parts

King 2nut conversion is sold. Thanks. On Sunday, September 1, 2024 at 10:34:48 PM UTC-7 eric swain wrote: > NOS Chris King 2nut conversion kit. Parts needed to convert your 1" > Gripnut to 2nut, black. -$60. > [image: IMG_3528.jpg][image: IMG_3529.jpg] > Used Paul Touring Cant

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain 8-26-24

7EE-4AA5-9989-FA265C95CF71%26p%3D102%26s%3Dm97c8UYUaKfXJ9K5Xa1i60Ap8Pg&uk=esJnUJOmvxRrFK3aX2S2Mg&f=video-1225_singular_display.mov&sz=27084627>video-1225_singular_display.mov 27.1 MB --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Se

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain 8-26-24

–Eric NOn Sep 1, 2024, at 7:40 PM, Jeff B wrote:I figured that was the case. I'm not sure how much trust I would put in riding on the shoulder there, having seen many shenanigans by drivers along 680. However you are a testament to the fact that it's possible.  My hope is that there

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain 8-26-24

Getting there involves riding on the freeway shoulder for about two miles. It’s legal in CA when there is no alternative to the freeway, which is the case with the closure of Lopes Road. I’ve done this several times, and it’s quite safe. –Eric NOn Sep 1, 2024, at 7:06 PM, Jeff B wrote:Davis to

[RBW] Marin Peninsula

Is it possible to ride all the way up the east side of the Marin peninsula? I haven’t been out that way in quite a while. Thanks in advance. –Eric N -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: 17 years of longing, can you help? The search for a green B17

Love 2 See It On Monday, August 26, 2024 at 2:31:23 PM UTC-4 jaredwilson wrote: > @ Phillip, Thanks for chiming in, I'd love to see you add a photo of said > combination. > > I wasn't going to spill the beans yet but I actually have an 04 Quickbeam > in transit and was planning the same thing,

Re: [RBW] Re: Ro-Deux-No build notes New Bike Day

I think I would try this experiment with a really cheap rear derailleur from the co-op, not a Paul Melvin. But that's just me. Eric On Fri, Aug 23, 2024 at 11:18 AM Mark V wrote: > Hi Bill - > My S-A 2sp does not have a coaster bake. So: Rim Brakes 4ever! (both > front and rea

[RBW] Re: FS: Sakae Ringyo MTE-100 - 26.8mm seat post

FWIW: This is a nice price for a wayback seatpost and this version is superior the copy that Soma/Merry Sales recently developed On Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 1:20:06 AM UTC-4 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > I have for sale a used Sakae Ringyo MTE-100 - 26.8mm seat post with 56mm > of setback

Re: [RBW] Where can I read try out a ton of different Rivendell models?

Anthony — Cheers to you on making the trip and trying out some bicycles. You left out some important intel: What did you think? Have you settled on a bike? Were there any you liked more than others? Models you said "Oh yeah!", others "Not for me"? Let us know! On Friday, August 16, 2024 at 5:

[RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 Photos

Beautiful Sam build and photo, Steve, love those tones and the parts selection. On Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 12:18:42 AM UTC-4 velomann wrote: > A couple pics from a 6-day bike camping trip in the San Juan Islands in > early July. > [image: IMG_5870.jpg] > [image: IMG_5861.jpg] > [image: IMG

[RBW] Re: Torn hamstring rehab suggestions

f 15. You need to be a little bit patient to gain strength to perform the curls better and better. PT says the curls help to realign the fibers from the muscle tears. I just purchased a bar from Amazon to hold my legs for the curls. Credit to Dave at https://www.precisionptw.com/ Eric On

[RBW] Re: Pair Panaracer Gravelking 38 for sale, $90

sold, thanks everyone On Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 8:47:28 AM UTC-7 Eric Doelling wrote: > new in July 2024 > https://www.rivbike.com/products/zg645azzakjhseg-lka > West Oakland > 4085692480 <(408)%20569-2480> text > -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me lighten up Sam

th a larger max cog like a 34t or 36t. Let us know how things shake out, enjoy your pending tour and cheers to you on a nice looking Hillborne. Eric On Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:44:27 PM UTC-4 ber...@bernardduhon.com wrote: > I agree this summer I ran a low-low compact double 42-26 >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

I have a very similar Masi, built in 1983 with Campy Super Record and then stored unridden until I bought it about a year and a half ago. Marvelous bike that is not very Riv-ish but nevertheless a joy to ride. –Eric NOn Jul 27, 2024, at 12:19 PM, Matthew Williams wrote:Not a Rivendell, but this

Re: [RBW] Re: Canadian's in the house

My Bomba was built at Dream Cycles, many years ago EricF Near PTBO ON On Wed, Jul 24, 2024, 12:02 Mackenzy Albright wrote: > Bo - c&l is in Montreal and is a certified dealer / importer. You may have > seen a riv being built at dream cycle on commercial. I saw a susie build > there last winter.

Re: [RBW] Nine is fine! 1x9 drivetrains in 2024. Who else is doing it?

If you like nine, Box has entire drivetrains on sale for about $70: https://boxcomponents.com/products/box-three-p9-wide-multi-shift-groupset I picked one up for some indeterminate future project. Eric On Tue, Jul 23, 2024 at 3:04 PM Michael Morrissey < michaelgmorris...@gmail.com> wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Horses and Donkeys

Sorry all, burro is already claimed for bikes. Here's an example I found: https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/1300949 Somehow, those fat 20" wheels don't look so odd anymore. Eric On Tue, Jul 23, 2024 at 11:44 AM Mike Rossi wrote: > I believe donkey and burro are the same anim

[RBW] Pair Panaracer Gravelking 38 for sale, $90

new in July 2024 https://www.rivbike.com/products/zg645azzakjhseg-lka West Oakland 4085692480 text -- 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

[RBW] Electric Bikes and Organized Rides

limits would you impose, if any? Or should they have their own events? Interested to hear what the group thinks. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Your Riv's Next Upgades / Parts Swaps

Or you could ride the good tires now and enjoy life. With any luck, the sidewalls on the Fatty Rumpkins might degrade into an unridable state by the time you get down to them. Eric Who deals with excess tires by selling them on bikes. On Sunday, July 14, 2024, Bill Lindsay wrote: > The o

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 Photos

@mwillrossi: I definitely feel you on the too hot, too humid front. Brutal here in Virginia @Nicholas: Dang, I love photos with rain in the distance, thanks for sharing this one! On Monday, July 8, 2024 at 9:25:27 PM UTC-4 Keith P. wrote: > Can’t think of a more proper setting for an Atlantis

Re: [RBW] Summer Reading by Bike

> > > Bill Bryson has narrated some of his audiobooks and they are superb for it -- 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...

Re: [RBW] 3M Formula 303 and Tires

I have t used it on tires (bike or car), but 303 is my go-to replacement for ArmorAll. IMHO 303 is a much better product—a nice finish without the greasy residue that AA can leave. –Eric NOn Jul 8, 2024, at 3:04 PM, John Rinker wrote:Just wondering if any uses or has used 303 on bike tires. I&#x

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

26” wheels will have a longer head tube, plus I think the Riv mtb frame did have a bit of top tube slope. Eric On Saturday, July 6, 2024, George Schick wrote: > I'm puzzled by the posted frame size for this bike. For a bike with a 19" > seat tube I would expect to see a much s

Re: [RBW] Want to move bar end shifter to mounts

Do the Microshift shifters have that soft detent feel in friction mode? RIvendell used to spec something like this on the Clem. It wasn't a very good shifter, at least in friction mode. Eric On Tue, Jul 2, 2024 at 10:43 PM Michael Baquerizo wrote: > others mileage may vary, but i

Re: [RBW] JP Weigle Raleigh Competition 650B Conversion

Oops, small correction: I see these are all photos you took, Tom. I am fairly certain Peter posted some of this project which I have saved. On Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 8:51:20 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Oh, this one hurts. A JPW Competition in my size. I have such a soft spot > for

Re: [RBW] JP Weigle Raleigh Competition 650B Conversion

Oh, this one hurts. A JPW Competition in my size. I have such a soft spot for these and love each and every old Raleigh that Peter has rat-rodded out. I can't swing it at the moment but dear lord oh me oh my it's beautiful and has all the modifications one could dream of! You better believe I

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno - Are you buying one?

never ride across a section of wet grass and then need to stop for a road crossing, but I have, and had some scares with these brakes. Eric in Plain City, OH, wondering how they use those brakes in hills On Wed, Jun 26, 2024 at 5:50 PM Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA < martinpgie...@gmail.co

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping Rivs

> > > Love the cat... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Internal rim width

I would have zero concerns with that combo. Eric On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, dylan green wrote: > Hi - > > I'm considering getting some big Fleecer Ridge tires on my velocity dyads. > RH has a suggested rim width of 19mm, but the dyads measure 18.6. Anyone > have exper

Re: [RBW] Re: A PSA From Gordon Ramsay

> > > I spent a number of years in the motorcycle safety world and saw enough to > convince me a helmet is a great idea for many activities. (Escpecially > motorcycling.) But I want to add that this article on survivorship bias is a good one to consider: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Survivors

Re: [RBW] Wheels and tires

PM sent on the Crust wheels. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 11, 2024, at 4:34 PM, R Olson wrote: > > Hi All, > > I have some wheels and tires for sale: > > 1 Crust Rim brake Wheelset: 700c, 32h F/R

Re: [RBW] WTB SCAMMER ALERT - gran09861@gmail

https://www.theonion.com/undercover-cop-never-knew-selling-drugs-was-such-hard-w-1819566772 Undercover Cop Never Knew Selling Drugs Was Such Hard Work PublishedMarch 5, 2003

Re: [RBW] Hwy 1 Closures

Exactly. I’m hoping to ride to at least to the village sometime in June, and bikes can often go where cars can’t. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 5, 2024, at 7:45 AM, bo richardson wrote: > > But" closed to car t

[RBW] Hwy 1 Closures

Does anyone know if it’s currently possible to ride as far as the village of Big Sur? Or to Nepenthe? Thanks! —Eric N -- 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 fro

Re: [RBW] film photos on bike rides

cameras were available. I used disposable cameras back then, but I’ve since graduated to more sophisticated gear. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 2, 2024, at 9:02 AM, Stephen wrote: > > Been taking more film photos with t

Re: [RBW] Budget Clem L Build

You might want to get on Soma’s email list. They’ve been having some great sales (eg 65% off) and many of their parts will work great with a Riv build. Eric On Monday, May 27, 2024, Franco Rinaldi wrote: > Ciao Everybody, > > About to grab a Clem frame and really want to do

Re: [RBW] Budget Clem L Build

You might want to get on Soma’s email list. They’ve been having some great sales (eg 65% off) and many of their parts will work great with a Riv build. Eric On Monday, May 27, 2024, Franco Rinaldi wrote: > Ciao Everybody, > > About to grab a Clem frame and really want to do

Re: [RBW] DIY build or order complete?

and rim brakes, none of this is rocket science. Eric who last bought a complete bike in... um... er... in Plain City, OH On Tue, May 28, 2024 at 11:32 AM Michael wrote: > Hi all, > Ordered a Sam as my first Riv but unsure whether or not I should tackle > building it up myself or just le

Re: [RBW] Is an Atlantis Worth It?

7;t hold their value better or worse than any other more mainstream frames; they're just more expensive to start with. Buying used is always the best way to avoid any tears here. Eric On Wed, May 22, 2024 at 11:44 AM max.c@gmail.com wrote: > First: I realize I am asking this to an ent

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

Hi Armand, this is a great build. How are you liking those MKS Pretzels? I'm considering getting a pair. On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:01:38 PM UTC-4 jmeln...@gmail.com wrote: > It was nice to meet you on Saturday at Topanga Creek Outpost, Armand! Your > Platy is even more gorgeous in person.

Re: [RBW] The Cub House's Los Angeles Invitational Ride - May 18

This looks like it was a great event. Thanks for all the pictures and reports. Armand, that picture above the clouds is unreal! On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:14:58 PM UTC-4 philip@gmail.com wrote: > 48s? Try 38s! > > [image: image0.jpeg] > > The ride, route and vibes really were all fanta

Re: [RBW] Cameras On Bikes

I use the same type of insert and have never had a problem with a camera that I’ve carried. The padded inserts also have the side benefit of making it harder to carry a bunch of useless stuff in the bag. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy

Re: [RBW] Sugino XD2 Crank Arms 175mm

I have the rings and bolts if anybody needs them. Make me an offer. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 20, 2024, at 1:26 PM, J Imler wrote: > > Image from Wayback Machine. > > Arms only, no rings or bolts. PM fo

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

Further updates! Nexave: Sold Faceplater: Sold Technomic: Sold Cyclone: Available Shifters: Sold Clamps: Available On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 3:52:27 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > A few more things for sale: > > [image: IMG_1602.JPG] > > *Shimano SL-BS50 shift levers —

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

Nexave: Sold Faceplater: Pending Technomic: Available Cyclone: Available Thanks! On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:24:42 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > *IMpoRTant dEtaiLS!! * > Clamp diameter on the Face-plater is 25.4 > Clamp diameter on the Technomic is 26.0 > > On Saturday, May

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

*IMpoRTant dEtaiLS!! * Clamp diameter on the Face-plater is 25.4 Clamp diameter on the Technomic is 26.0 On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:17:18 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > A few things for sale, please email me to purchase. Prices do not include > shipping. Thank you! > > [image:

Re: [RBW] Adventures in (Re) building my Saluki

That's a great looking build, Michael! Sorry about all the compounded mechanicals. Mama said there'd be days! Jock, always nice to see one of your elegant builds. On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:23:09 AM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > Lovely setup. > > On Sat, May 18, 2024 at 8:07 AM John Dewey

Re: [RBW] Sam Hillbornes Go Live Tomorrow

Congrats to everyone on snagging a Sam, very capable and fun bikes! On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 12:41:03 PM UTC-4 watta...@gmail.com wrote: > Happily secured a 54 Peri-Sam at 12:01 yesterday🙌🏼. I’m thinking Quill > rims to have tubeless as an option. Recs on dynamo hubs? I’ve had a Son hub >

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Great views, Chester! WLS — Connecticut has it goin' on! On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:03:50 PM UTC-4 wls...@gmail.com wrote: > Eric, > > Looks like the spring fling was a blast. I was also in CT last weekend > visiting friends in New Haven, but we opted for our own ride w

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos

t; what I believe is the same color as yours, but without the more elegant >>>> fork. >>>> >>>> [image: PXL_20240421_165935710.jpg] >>>> >>>> On Tue, May 14, 2024 at 6:42 PM Valerie Yates wrote: >>>> >>>>> Gary -

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

t; Gary -- I only saw the one, semi-sideways picture, which looks like it >>> is in the other blue color, which I thought came with the straighter fork. >>> But the picture that Eric re-posted looks like the same color as mine yet >>> with a straighter fork. Do you have

Re: [RBW] getting bugs off paint

> > > I have tried very little -- I dropped the bikes off in Ontario and then > have seen little of them since. Hoping to find a good remedy to take with > me when I get back to them next month. And I thought I would practice on the car, which is here, to learn what works Thanks -- You receive

Re: [RBW] getting bugs off paint

Have you tried Goo Gone? There are also specific bug-removal products available at your local auto parts store, Walmart, etc. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 14, 2024, at 8:52 AM, Eric Floden wrote: > > Last summer,

[RBW] getting bugs off paint

Last summer, two roof-mounted bikes* got splattered with big juicy bugs. So far I have only used regular car leash soaps and sponges for this, but the bug goo is not moving. I even started on the day after the goo-ing. Any tips for removing these splotches without fading the paint? Thanks signed

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

San Marcos, you say? Let's see a photo of that one, if you don't mind. You don't see too many in the wild! On Fri, May 10, 2024 at 5:50 PM Valerie Yates wrote: > Brent! So glad you are happy with the Bleriot. That bike is silky smooth. > Entirely > comparable to both my Roadeo and Soma San Marc

[RBW] Re: WTB: 50 cm Roadini

Oh and good luck with your search! On Monday, May 13, 2024 at 8:32:19 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Leah I am excited to hear this because I've been so curious about your > strength and speed. If you can keep up with the 17-18mph group on your > Platy I'd think you'd

[RBW] Re: WTB: 50 cm Roadini

Leah I am excited to hear this because I've been so curious about your strength and speed. If you can keep up with the 17-18mph group on your Platy I'd think you'd be faster than the fast groups on a road bike! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Susie/Gus seat tube OD

Hey all — Can someone please share the OD of the Gus / Susie seat tubes? I am bending a custom tag for a friend, he doesn't have the bike with him, we'd like to know the OD. Thanks! Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Phew Stephen enjoy it out there! Looks great, you're going to get strong On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 3:37:15 PM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > [image: IMG_6708.jpg] > > [image: IMG_6722.jpg][image: IMG_6716.jpg] > > A few quick shots from my first week back in the bay area. Getting > reacquainted with th

[RBW] Re: Photos from last weekend's overnighter

Wow, the sky On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 4:44:38 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > Beautiful! It never fails that I miss Japan so after seeing your photos. I > really love the one of your Hunq among the stars. > > Cheers, John > > On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 5:51:56 AM UTC-7 diana@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] El Rio Grande

Here in the dead flat Sacramento Valley, we call wind a “simulated hill." --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 9, 2024, at 2:43 PM, Bernard Duhon wrote: > > I feel your pain. The wind here has been steady 20 miles a

Re: [RBW] Upright / Relaxed / Swept-Back - Style of Riding

posture. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 9, 2024, at 11:00 AM, luckytur...@gmail.com wrote: > > Fellow older person here. I have avoided owning a “fast bike” for years due > to drops killin’ me, but I recently a

Re: [RBW] Re: A. Homer Hilsen Photo Thread

Paul has neglected to share the beautiful patina that his bronze headbadge has acquired. Trust me, it's really good! On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 2:00:12 PM UTC-4 Paul Richardson wrote: > here's mine--a 67cm waterford i've had since 2011, and had repainted in > wisconsin last year (just in tim

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

though that old Stanley sure is handsome... On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:50:22 PM UTC-4 George Schick wrote: > Eric - since you have a fascination with old tools that kind of have class > or character, would you be interested in this very old *wooden* carpenter's > level? I believe

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Appaloosa Double Top Tube Disc Brake

Sorry, Johnny. Sold the bike as pictured. Those racks pop up on here every now and then, be patient. On Tue, May 7, 2024 at 9:20 AM Johnny Burrell wrote: > If you sold it parted out, I'd love to have the Mark's front rack. > > On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 9:18:19 AM UTC

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

the bottom of an old glass Coca-Cola bottle... I still wear glasses, wearing them right now. My hair's naturally pretty dark but I haven't had a haircut since Nov 2022 and I spend a lot of time in the sun so it's lighter from exposure. On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 8:05:51 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

Great point about size, Jason. It really helps to visualize the proportions On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 9:46:05 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote: > There is truly no equal to Blue Lug. As Eric said, the combination of > perfectly curated builds combined with excellent photography and an e

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Nice photos, Nicholas! I rarely see an Appaloosa or Atlantis with drops, tell us how you like it! It looks like a nice setup all around On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:07:49 AM UTC-4 Nicholas A wrote: > Then, to demonstrate the fickle nature of Irish weather, the very next > morning on the other si

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

Thanks everyone for watchin'! Marty: The Match Game was before my time but I certainly came up with Bob Barker. The $20 corded mic I bought just didn't seem right clipped to my shirt so I went for the long mic. Patrick: I appreciate the kind notes. Sorry about the SW gardening woes, I know n

Re: [RBW] Re: Scam alert? I'm so confused. Blue Homer in LA? ND?

Kim: I don't see how the administrator of this forum has any bearing on someone's Facebook post. The scam is potentially occurring via Facebook, not our forum. You reposted the FB listing here with a link. Regarding the Blue Lug purchase, how on earth were you "scammed" by Blue Lug? They are o

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

If you're wondering "How do I tastefully build and specify a bike?" this is the *perfect* place to start. They also do a great job with the photographs, some of the best out there. On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:13:45 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Oh yeah, this is a gallery

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

Oh yeah, this is a gallery I have bookmarked. So many great builds and lots and lots of inspiration. They always nail it, great ideas abound! On Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:27:09 AM UTC-4 drewfi...@gmail.com wrote: > Many of you may already be aware of this, but Blue Lug has a nice catalog >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Appaloosa Double Top Tube Disc Brake

Sold. On Monday, April 22, 2024 at 10:59:51 AM UTC-7 eric swain wrote: > Bump. > > I'd also part it out. Frame/fork/headset/seat post/front rack/stem $1000. > > On Monday, April 8, 2024 at 4:38:40 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > >> Nice. I find disc-brake ret

Re: [RBW] Cockpit bag/cup holder

This one: https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/Cockpit/MountainFeedbag --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Apr 29, 2024, at 1:46 PM, James wrote: > > What is the best cockpit cup holder ya'll have exp

[RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

Wow, thanks for the kind words, Jim! Always a pleasure, sorry this one's so long. The uncut version was like 2 hours. On Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 11:32:09 AM UTC-4 J J wrote: > So good, a pleasure to watch. Thanks for the great work, Eric! > > Check it out here: > > htt

[RBW] Re: Jimmy's Hunq!!1

Well it's a total jaw-dropper, well done, bravo, enjoy the ride! On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 3:55:21 PM UTC-4 J J wrote: > Thanks Eric and Jim! Will's blog post was the first I saw of the full > paint job and the build. Up to yesterday afternoon I had only seen a few

[RBW] WTB: Wooly Warm sleeveless merino tank

ipped to 22401. Color, condition and/or a picture would be helpful as well. Thanks! Eric in Virginia -- 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 a

Re: [RBW] The 3x1 road bike. Anticipating some of your RoadUNO builds

10% jumps. Hmm, maybe I'll see what rings I have in stock. Eric Plain City, OH On Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 2:26 PM Bill Lindsay wrote: > Thanks to unintentional prodding from Leah, I've pressed my new-to-me > Romulus into service. Some serindipitous objects in my parts inventory &g

Re: [RBW] Bombadil camping trip

Beautiful pics and badass ride as per your usual, Jason! Thanks for sharing, that's one I'd love to have joined you for. On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 10:27:58 AM UTC-4 Brian Turner wrote: > Love your photos, as always… made even better with descriptive ride > reports! > > On Apr 26, 2024, at 1

Re: [RBW] Centerpull vs V-Brakes in terms of maintenance and use

I have to admit, my only centerpull experience is with bolt on Dia Compes and Weimnmans, none of the fancy brakes. Then again, blue collar V brakes work great. Eric On Thu, Apr 25, 2024 at 7:55 PM Josiah Anderson wrote: > I agree both with Bill's "it depends" and Eric

Re: [RBW] Centerpull vs V-Brakes in terms of maintenance and use

Bill says “it depends,” but I can only offer my experience, which is that both are adequate in the dry, but centerpulls are spooky weak when the rims are wet. Centerpulls do look nicer, but in every performance category, V brakes are a clear and easy win for me. Eric V brake fan On Thursday

[RBW] Grant's Mountain

Not taken today—I shot this in 2018 while flying home for a work trip to Southern California. Grant’s Mountain here looks more like Mt Doom than Mt Diablo.  >From the (perhaps) upcoming folio, 鬼山36景 (36 Views of Mt Diablo). --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouT

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Appaloosa Double Top Tube Disc Brake

is. > > Who else has done this, and why? > > Me, I like discs for dirt riding tho' they don't add anything for my > pavement riding. > > On Mon, Apr 8, 2024 at 4:56 PM eric swain wrote: > >> And here is a full list of parts. >> >> Frame & for

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