Re: [RBW] Adding Glitter to Shellac - Long Term Use?

2024-04-30 Thread Jon Dukeman
Put a coat of Shelac on your bars. Sprinkle on glitter. Let dry. Put more coats of shellac as needed until glitter is covered. Have fun. On Tue, Apr 30, 2024, 1:50 PM Armand Kizirian wrote: > In one of the recent Riv newsletters there was mention of adding glitter > to shellac before applying

Re: [RBW] Cockpit bag/cup holder

2024-04-29 Thread Jon Dukeman
And and quality workmanship On Mon, Apr 29, 2024, 2:51 PM Jon Dukeman wrote: > RandiJo Fabrications > She has quite a number of colors and sizes to choose from. > > On Mon, Apr 29, 2024, 2:47 PM James wrote: > >> What is the best cockpit cup holder ya'll have explored

Re: [RBW] Cockpit bag/cup holder

2024-04-29 Thread Jon Dukeman
RandiJo Fabrications She has quite a number of colors and sizes to choose from. On Mon, Apr 29, 2024, 2:47 PM James wrote: > What is the best cockpit cup holder ya'll have explored and used? Ideally > it could alos hold a phone at times, and be somewhat versatile with cups, > bottles, etc. > >

[RBW] Re: WTPF - Nitto Noodle, Albastache, and 70mm Tallux stem

2024-01-02 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
I am really, really sorry folks! Some very bad life stuff, and then the holidays happened and I honestly just dropped the ball on this. :( It's my fault, I should have done better. I'll post again in a few days and open this stuff back up to takers. Please forgive my dropping the ball. On

[RBW] WTPF - Nitto Noodle, Albastache, and 70mm Tallux stem

2023-12-17 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
(WTPF = Want To Pay Forward) In this case - the people here have been so kind and helpful I'd like to give back. I have as spare parts 2 Nitto handlebars - a Noodle and and Albastache - plus a 70mm Tallux stem. They're free for the asking; I just ask you cover shipping. -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB new Rivendell saddle or other saddle with proper bag loops

2023-12-15 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
Eh, I don't think the loops on the Acorn Large Saddlebag will reach my rails. :( I have the old, 2016-era Rivendell stock saddle with the weird ovular loop on the back; it's not wide enough to use as loops for this bag (or maybe any bag) and it also blocks things. On Friday, December 15,

[RBW] WTB new Rivendell saddle or other saddle with proper bag loops

2023-12-15 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
Looking for a cheap saddle with proper bag loops - the new Rivendell one or perhaps one of the V-O ones that have loops. Hopefully someone's got a saddle they don't use or didn't work for their body that they'll let go cheapish! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Did anyone get one of the new Acorn Bags yesterday?

2023-12-13 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
the Large Saddlebag to become available and bought one. It arrives today! I'm exited. On Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 11:55:09 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote: > Jon, > I noticed that Acorn continues to modify and improve most of their bags. > The "Large" saddle bags now seem to hav

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2023-12-08 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
Man just USE your bikes! I read this blog post a while ago and was like "WTF, people will drop a minimum of 2.5k on a bike and not ride it!?!? - must be NICE to have that kind of cash!" Bikes are meant to be ridden. Rivendells will stand up to just that; they're very much made for it. And

[RBW] Did anyone get one of the new Acorn Bags yesterday?

2023-12-08 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
I got one of the new Acorn Bags "large saddlebags" yesterday when they became available. Did anyone else get any of the new bags? I'm excited to check this one out when it arrives! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Do V-O's thumb mounts 100% for sure work with Silver-1 shifters?

2023-12-04 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
Since I'm too impatient to wait for V-O's email response ( :D ) - can anyone confirm 100% (i.e., from personal experience) if V-O thumb mounts ( https://velo-orange.com/collections/shifters-1/products/vo-thumb-shifter-mounts-22-2-23-8 ) work with Rivendell's Silver-1 barend shifters without

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv thumb shifter mounts or IRD PowerRatchet brake levers, etc.

2023-11-30 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
or the cables fraying, or "my dog ate my >>> shifters and now they're junk... what crappy shifters, one star !" People >>> are nuts. >>> >>> $15 shipped https://www.ebay.com/itm/224487667033 >>> >>> On Saturday, November 25, 2023

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv thumb shifter mounts or IRD PowerRatchet brake levers, etc.

2023-11-25 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
cables fraying, or "my dog ate my >>> shifters and now they're junk... what crappy shifters, one star !" People >>> are nuts. >>> >>> $15 shipped https://www.ebay.com/itm/224487667033 >>> >>> On Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 2:42:47 

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv thumb shifter mounts or IRD PowerRatchet brake levers, etc.

2023-11-25 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
People > are nuts. > > $15 shipped https://www.ebay.com/itm/224487667033 > > On Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 2:42:47 PM UTC-5 modemm...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Anyone? :) >> >> On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 8:53:03 PM UTC-5 Jon Craig wrote: >>

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv thumb shifter mounts or IRD PowerRatchet brake levers, etc.

2023-11-25 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
Anyone? :) On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 8:53:03 PM UTC-5 Jon Craig wrote: > Basically looking for a way to get my Silver barend shifters off my > barend! Riv thumb mounts, the IRD PowerRatchet brake levers, etc etc etc. > My budget's limited, so I'm hoping someone has something t

[RBW] WTB Riv thumb shifter mounts or IRD PowerRatchet brake levers, etc.

2023-11-21 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
Basically looking for a way to get my Silver barend shifters off my barend! Riv thumb mounts, the IRD PowerRatchet brake levers, etc etc etc. My budget's limited, so I'm hoping someone has something that'll do this laying around they'll let go cheap! -- You received this message because you

[RBW] WTT: (my) Nitto Noodle for (your) Nitto 132 Rando bar (44cm width, preferably)

2023-11-17 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
As the title says, I'm hoping to arrange a trade for my Nitto Noodle handlebars, for Nitto 132 Rando bars, 44cm width, preferably. It seems I'm going to have to try lots of bars so I may as well do it as cheaply as possible. :D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: YAHT (Yet Another Handlebar Thread) :D

2023-11-16 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
Eh, I'm really thinking of going back to a drop bar of some sort - there's 1000 of them out there, and it seems ones with shallower drops and mid to high flare are going to make the drops usable. And I probably want something with a longer ramp for even more position variability.

[RBW] YAHT (Yet Another Handlebar Thread) :D

2023-11-16 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
I have a 2016 Sam, from the batch of completes that year. I love the bike, and now that I'm riding a lot more (my wife was gifted with being able to ride again after not being able to for years; she has a '16 Sam too), I swapped bars from the stock (Nitto Noodle) to an Albastache. The

[RBW] Re: Has anyone else tried the new Riv seat?

2023-11-14 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
Huh - I'm curious. Did you ever have the black plastic one they included with the 2016 Sam completes? If so, how does it compare? On Monday, November 13, 2023 at 4:41:29 PM UTC-5 Tom Goodmann wrote: > Riv shipment just delivered, including the new seat, which I mounted right > away for a

Re: [RBW] Options for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies?

2023-11-14 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
nts sold by Riv for >>>> that exact purpose, which you must be familiar with but I’ll link here >>>> anyhow: https://www.rivbike.com/products/z558mz-cnv-oialk. Paul used >>>> to sell adapters for their Thumbie mounts, but they are neither 1. cheap >>>

Re: [RBW] Options for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies?

2023-11-11 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
ld require some scrounging. > > Jay Lonner > Bellingham, WA > > Sent from my Atari 400 > > On Nov 11, 2023, at 8:13 AM, Jon Craig (Vendraen) > wrote: > > So what options exist for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to > thumbies? That don't cost a fortune -

[RBW] Options for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies?

2023-11-11 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
So what options exist for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies? That don't cost a fortune - $60-$70 per shifter seems just crazy honestly. Is there anything more reasonable? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Bag options on an Albastache bar?

2023-11-11 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
terference with the brakes >>>>> or >>>>> grips that I recall and the saddle loop strap spacing pretty much fits >>>>> within the same space. Maybe if you have enough room to offset the bag >>>>> below the levers like I would with a tall frame you may have

[RBW] Bag options on an Albastache bar?

2023-11-09 Thread Jon Craig (Vendraen)
So I'm wondering what my options are for bags on an Albastache setup. I currently have a Mark's rack with an Acorn Bags boxy Random, but I'd rather run something like a Ron's Bikes Fabio's Chest. Has anyone done this? Is it possible?!?!? :) -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Wheel Builder

2023-08-15 Thread Jon B
I have been happy with three lightweight wheels Peter White built for me. With my first rear wheel (Mavic Open Pro rim), as I left the shop he said, "It will never need truing." I was skeptical, but over 20,000 miles later, it has never been touched by a spoke wrench. Jon Blum

Re: [RBW] Bike theft - check the lockup structure

2023-08-02 Thread Jon Dukeman
A new thing in Oakland..bike jacking like car- jacking only with high end bikes. No need to break the lock. A sad state of affairs in this country. On Wed, Aug 2, 2023, 9:22 AM Ryan wrote: > I see you've posted about this as well. I guess I shouldn't be surprised > that this is not a new

Re: [RBW] Orange Clem 59 (Sad Face emoji)

2023-06-03 Thread Jon Dukeman
Try contacting one of Riv dealer across the country. Find them on the web site.Like Hope Cyclery in PA. On Sat, Jun 3, 2023, 12:33 PM Kiley Demond wrote: > Feeling a little crushed that I missed the sale on my dream bike... > > If anyone has (another) one they're willing to part with, please

Re: [RBW] Brooks B17 repair

2023-04-28 Thread Jon Dukeman
Firth & Wilson (215) 644-8124 si...@transportcycle.com Philadelphia, PA. 19148-2386 These people are fast and reasonably priced. Jon On Thu, Apr 27, 2023, 6:20 PM dougP wrote: > After years of good service, my Brooks B17 blew out the leather at the > nose. Is there a North Ameri

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 38x24 Silver crankset, Albastache bars, Silver2 shifters + bar-end pods + thumb shift mounts

2023-03-09 Thread Jon Dukeman
Crank length: Mine is 170. Measured from center of crank bolt to center of pedal axle. On Sun, Mar 5, 2023, 9:40 AM Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > What’s the crank length? > -Kai > > On Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 3:38:11 PM UTC-5 jdyea...@gmail.com wrote: > >> I went down a Rivendell rabbit

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa Purple Prose

2022-12-05 Thread Jon Freeman
and he sent me the following two messages.* *Him: *Sure, sounds good. Curious what someone posted. Thx *Him: *Hi Jon, ok just updated my listing as I agree is totally appropriate and just informed two very interested buyers. I was going to talk about it in person but you’re right it’s really

Re: [RBW] Fender size for a Rambouiller

2022-10-19 Thread Jon Richardson
and all the factors one should consider! This is a great group of folks! Jon On Wed, Oct 19, 2022 at 12:38 PM RichS wrote: > Jon, > > Which fenders you choose can make a difference. John's exquisite light > blue Ram uses SKS fenders so there is no rolled edge between the tire and &

Re: [RBW] Fender size for a Rambouiller

2022-10-19 Thread Jon Richardson
er since Day One. > > BEST / Jock Dewey / San Anselmo > > PS: SKS P45 > > On Mon, Oct 17, 2022 at 3:22 PM Jon Richardson > wrote: > >> I am looking to add a set of fenders to ride in wet weather, what size >> fits this frame? >> >> Thanks for th

[RBW] Fender size for a Rambouiller

2022-10-17 Thread Jon Richardson
I am looking to add a set of fenders to ride in wet weather, what size fits this frame? Thanks for the assist! Jon -- 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

[RBW] WTB: randoneur style bag for front rack

2022-10-12 Thread Jon Freeman
Chest (lol) -small size- to give you an idea of what I'm imagining would work for me. I want a bag that can carry some essentials for city commuting and could also handle the extra item here or there in addition. Thanks everyone, -Jon in San Francisco -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Basket Rack: is it too heavy?

2022-10-10 Thread jon f.
Hello, and thank you for posting this. I was just about to order one to put on my, 'new to me' early aughts quickbeam. I was curious on it's weight and how it would feel. For years ( about a decade !) I had a Schwinn voyageur with the surly front rack combo - ready to tour, ready to ferry an

Re: [RBW] YOUR BACK SHRINKING

2022-09-22 Thread Jon Dukeman
Yes getting old is a slippery slope. On Thu, Sep 22, 2022, 8:27 AM 'Charlie' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I USED TO RIDE ON DROP BARS . ONE TIME I NOTICED I WAS RIDING ON THE TOPS > ONLY. SO I CHANGED TO UP BARS ( 3 SPEED BARS ) . I HAD LOST 2-3 INCHES IN

Re: [RBW] Your preferred non-leather saddle

2022-09-22 Thread Jon Dukeman
The bike shop I worked at would let you try out a saddle for a couple of days or a week as long as it's returned in sellable shape. Discus your experience with leather saddles and the sales person could help you select one that works for you. A good time to establish a relationship with the shop

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Susie Longbolts Large

2022-09-15 Thread Jon Dukeman
What rear rack.??..i know it's not for sale On Thu, Sep 15, 2022, 12:41 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Your post says Orange but this is actually the new Dark Gold, yes? It's > gorgeous, somebody go get it! > > On Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 8:45:09 AM UTC-7 Daniel MacPherson > wrote: > >> Hello!

Re: [RBW] Heat in the Bay

2022-09-09 Thread Jon Dukeman
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. 99' in Colorado. 3 records broken On Fri, Sep 9, 2022, 6:53 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > You think "media" have it wrong and "these numbers have been exaggerated > all week" ? I don't understand your implication here. > > On Friday, September 9, 2022 at 5:32:12 PM UTC-7

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Hoist recommendation needed

2022-09-09 Thread Jon Dukeman
I've been eyeing them too. On Fri, Sep 9, 2022, 2:36 PM Garth wrote: > Tie Boss looks like The Boss ! All you need above is 2 storage hooks > screwed into solid wood. Great tip Jon ! > On Friday, September 9, 2022 at 4:05:59 PM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > >> Can you just h

Re: [RBW] Bike Hoist recommendation needed

2022-09-09 Thread Jon Dukeman
tieboss.com On Fri, Sep 9, 2022, 1:18 PM Jon Dukeman wrote: > Google ...Tie Boss. no ratchets > Easy to operate. > Watch video > Jon > > On Fri, Sep 9, 2022, 7:42 AM Roberta wrote: > >> I have one a tower leaner bike rack in my 3 ft wide covered breezeway, >>

Re: [RBW] Bike Hoist recommendation needed

2022-09-09 Thread Jon Dukeman
Google ...Tie Boss. no ratchets Easy to operate. Watch video Jon On Fri, Sep 9, 2022, 7:42 AM Roberta wrote: > I have one a tower leaner bike rack in my 3 ft wide covered breezeway, > where I store my bikes parallel to the wall, one bike on top hooks, one > sitting on the floor. T

Re: [RBW] Doldrums

2022-09-06 Thread Jon Dukeman
Where in Ohio? On Tue, Sep 6, 2022, 2:44 PM Eric Daume wrote: > Come ride in the Midwest or South, and then you’ll appreciate your “hot > and sticky” Bellingham summers :) > > I like to have made up goals for my riding. For a while, it was reading > and returning books to my local system of

Re: [RBW] (*)osco bar hand positions

2022-09-06 Thread Jon Dukeman
Kevin I have two bikes with 58 Boscos. Gripping the bar in your circled area is uncomfortable because my bell and shifter interfere with my right forearm. For me the only place to grip is the flat area near the stem. And I never grip that area .I have long stems and Its too much of a stretch for

Re: [RBW] Crank Repair Advice

2022-08-07 Thread Jon Dukeman
They used to sell a kit with the drill for the helicoil, helicoil tap and the helicoil. On Sun, Aug 7, 2022, 12:56 PM Jon Dukeman wrote: > A good bike shop should be able to drill out the crank, tap the crank with > helicoil tap install a helicoil with loctite and reinstall your pedal.

Re: [RBW] Crank Repair Advice

2022-08-07 Thread Jon Dukeman
A good bike shop should be able to drill out the crank, tap the crank with helicoil tap install a helicoil with loctite and reinstall your pedal. Good as new. On Sun, Aug 7, 2022, 12:33 PM Gill wrote: > Last fall through my own dumbassness I stripped the drive side (silver) > crank on my

Re: [RBW] Bike rack

2022-07-29 Thread Jon Dukeman
Siris is good if you have fenders. Only weighs 25lb On Fri, Jul 29, 2022, 7:38 AM Jon Dukeman wrote: > Depending on your vehicle > Siris. Freedom 2 . > It's a hitch rack. > > On Fri, Jul 29, 2022, 7:30 AM katherine Evanskbe > wrote: > >> Looking for recomme

Re: [RBW] Bike rack

2022-07-29 Thread Jon Dukeman
Depending on your vehicle Siris. Freedom 2 . It's a hitch rack. On Fri, Jul 29, 2022, 7:30 AM katherine Evanskbe wrote: > Looking for recommendations to haul my Cheviot? > > Sent from my iPhone > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Southwest Michigan Rivendell Ride ✅

2022-07-16 Thread Jon Dukeman
I happy it turned so good Thanks for sharing. On Sat, Jul 16, 2022, 4:31 PM Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! < jonasandle...@gmail.com> wrote: > We had our Rivendell Ride today, and I was so happy that we had 10 > riders! We rode the KalHaven Trail, a rail trail that spans the 34 miles > between

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Atlantis, metallic brown, Waterford built, loaded, $2950 plus packing and shipping

2022-07-15 Thread Jon Dukeman
Someone is going to get a REALLY nice bike. On Fri, Jul 15, 2022, 10:06 AM Valerie Yates wrote: > That is a very pretty bike! Love the color. Not my size and I also have > more bikes than I need. > > On Friday, July 15, 2022 at 5:49:14 AM UTC-6 Jim S. wrote: > >> bump before the weekend. $2850

Re: [RBW] Platypus Mods

2022-07-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
Thanks...i found it at Rib. Jon On Tue, Jul 12, 2022, 9:28 PM Richard Borneman wrote: > Kate, the bars are wide Boscos. Jon, the rack is a Nitto Basket rack. > > On Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 9:35:21 PM UTC-4 row.n.2...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Thank you! >> >> On Tu

Re: [RBW] Platypus Mods

2022-07-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
Thank you! On Tue, Jul 12, 2022, 7:04 PM David Person wrote: > Though not identical, a SimWorks Obento rack is similar. > > On Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 5:59:16 PM UTC-7 row.n.2...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Who makes the front rack? >> Jon >> >> On Tue, Jul 12, 2

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus Mods

2022-07-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
What is the front rack? On Tue, Jul 12, 2022, 1:53 PM 'upyou...@yahoo.com' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Beautiful additions. The bar wrap is superb!!! I have some temporary > black wrap on mine until I finalize my bar choice. I have the Nitto Choco > on

Re: [RBW] Wald basket rusting. Equivalent in stainless steel? Or how to prevent rust?

2022-07-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
I think you have gotten your money's worth on this one. Jon On Mon, Jul 11, 2022, 6:44 PM J J wrote: > Thanks, Aaron and Jon. I appreciate your suggestions! > > On Monday, July 11, 2022 at 8:39:46 PM UTC-4 row.n.2...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Wald baskets are made of ste

Re: [RBW] Wald basket rusting. Equivalent in stainless steel? Or how to prevent rust?

2022-07-11 Thread Jon Dukeman
. I painted my basket and the paint has held up well. I touch up as needed. Jon On Mon, Jul 11, 2022, 4:41 PM wrote: > One option might be Analog’s cerakoted baskets. > > Best, > > Aaron in El Paso > > On Jul 11, 2022, at 14:09, J J wrote: > > Has anyone come ac

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 pro2...but dont want to run the rear light?

2022-06-18 Thread Jon Dukeman
Contact : Peter White Bicycles. Very "lighting" knowledgeable great customer service Peterwhitecycles.com On Sat, Jun 18, 2022, 1:51 PM 'jinxed' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Lighting is one area that completely baffles me. Well, anything involving >

Re: [RBW] Re: That new rear derailer

2022-05-04 Thread Jon Dukeman
Not sure if this is the answer you are looking for. I removed my 9 spd Altus and replaced it with a 9spd Shimano XT rapid rise derailuer. I'm using Microshift 9 speed indexing thumb shifters that work great with11- 36 cassette Front derailuer is friction. Silver 38×24 cranks I did not have to do

Re: [RBW] Do the Sam Hillborne and Platypus have the same clearances?

2022-04-17 Thread Jon Dukeman
nders. I have not tried to interchange tires I just took measurements at the chain stays. Hope this helps. Jon On Sun, Apr 17, 2022, 10:51 AM Ray Varella wrote: > Specifically, do they each fit the same size tires? > Rivendell is generally conservative with tire sizing on their frames.

[RBW] Re: Owahee Trail

2022-04-15 Thread Jon Mundell
Makes me miss home. Apoxee was the last ride I did in Florida before moving to NC. Small world. On Monday, April 11, 2022 at 9:04:50 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > I have been riding a lot lately on the Owahee and Apoxee trails instead of > the levees lately. I really, really need to clean the

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hunqapillar on Monumental Loop

2022-04-01 Thread Jon Dukeman
Wow! Thanks for sharing. Lots of fun. On Fri, Apr 1, 2022, 7:32 AM WETH wrote: > I spent a few days with a friend exploring Las Cruces, NM and the northern > half of the Monument Loop 2.0 ( > https://bikepacking.com/routes/monumental-loop/). I rode my Hunqapillar > and found it equal to the

Re: [RBW] Other uses for air compressor?

2022-03-30 Thread Jon Dukeman
Blowing off the decreasing fluid from the bike parts you just cleaned. Blowing out the filter of your shop vac. Hooking up a paint gun assembly. Setting up a sand blaster On Wed, Mar 30, 2022, 4:37 PM Jay Lonner wrote: > I’m gearing up for experimenting with tubeless tires per the Analog guide,

Re: [RBW] Front Range Riv Riders? Atlantis curious in Boulder

2022-03-28 Thread Jon Dukeman
Lance Is Front Range Riv Riders a Club? I live in Larkspur but all my rides start at Reynolds Landing behind Breckenridge Brewing Company. Love riding to Big Dry Creek to Highline. I have a Sam, Platypus, and. Cheviot. Best Jon Dukeman On Mon, Mar 28, 2022, 9:19 AM Lance Terry wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

2022-03-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
That's a beautiful build Hugh!!! On Sat, Mar 12, 2022, 7:29 PM Hugh Smitham wrote: > Howdy Atlantis Folks, > > Been a while but I'm finally ready to show my Orange'Lantis off. Finished > the build last night and took it for a spin on the LA River MUP today and > did a little photo shoot.

Re: [RBW] If a group of people may want to put an order in to Blue Lug

2022-02-14 Thread Jon Dukeman
Have you tried Crust Bikes for those lights? Crustbikes.com On Mon, Feb 14, 2022, 2:48 PM 'Joel S' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Shipping is very expensive. I have a hard tine justifying paying more for > shipping than for the 1 Koma light I want to get. If

Re: [RBW] Re: Altus!

2022-02-09 Thread Jon Dukeman
I have 3 Rivendell bikes with Altus r derailleur. It handles the 9spd w/ 12-36 cassette with ease on my Platypus. It's my favorite derailleur. A derailleur before it's time with large jockey wheels. On Wed, Feb 9, 2022, 8:54 PM Johnny Alien wrote: > Interesting that this came up. I have a brand

Re: [RBW] Favorite 26" tires

2022-02-02 Thread Jon Dukeman
Contact your bike shop they can get tires made to use on a trainer. Save your good tires for the road On Wed, Feb 2, 2022, 6:20 PM Lynn Haas wrote: > I moved to Iowa this year, and am experiencing my first Iowa winter. I > never expected to spend this much time on a trainer. I even signed up

Re: [RBW] Re: My new Clem in Seoul

2022-01-31 Thread Jon Dukeman
Marcus Like your build . Very Clean Jon On Mon, Jan 31, 2022, 10:56 AM Max S wrote: > That purple bar tape goes well with the frame color! I miss visiting > Korea... Didn't seem like much of a bike scene there, except for a large > number of mini-velos I'd see inside of

Re: [RBW] Show me some bikes with black components

2021-12-10 Thread Jon Dukeman
Zoom in with thumb & fore finger On Fri, Dec 10, 2021, 10:28 AM Jon Dukeman wrote: > My Surly. I'll look for better pics > > On Fri, Dec 10, 2021, 9:39 AM Eric Marth wrote: > >> I'm pretty sure that I dislike black components on bikes. Oh, I can >> handle a blac

Re: [RBW] Susie v. Clem Help Me Off The Fence

2021-11-20 Thread Jon Dukeman
Eric I grew up in Galion..near Mansfield On Sat, Nov 20, 2021, 7:58 AM Eric Daume wrote: > Jon, I’m in Plain City, just NW of Columbus. > > On Saturday, November 20, 2021, Jon Dukeman > wrote: > >> Eric >> Where in Ohio are you? >> >> On Sat,

Re: [RBW] Re: Susie v. Clem Help Me Off The Fence

2021-11-20 Thread Jon Dukeman
Eric Where in Ohio are you? On Sat, Nov 20, 2021, 3:47 AM Eric Daume wrote: > Leah, you picked a lovely time of the year to move to Michigan! Bundle up! > > Eric > in Ohio, but who ends up in MI all to frequently > > On Fri, Nov 19, 2021 at 6:34 PM Leah Peterson > wrote: > >> I know…big missed

Re: [RBW] Re: Switching hosts for this forum?

2021-10-03 Thread Jon Dukeman
Thanks Jim for all your hard work to keep it going On Sun, Oct 3, 2021, 7:55 PM Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > Thanks for asking, Eric - at this point, it's a "known Known" and is > unlikely to be changed, barring Google dropping the entire Groups format. > > Despite drawbacks and quirks, it provides

Re: [RBW] Do you use a torque wrench? Or are they a

2021-09-24 Thread Jon Dukeman
I use a torque wrench on critical parts like stems ,handlebars , Disc brake rotors & seat post bolts Snap- On. Or Mac tools have good, calibrated torque wrenches. I found out the hard way you get what you pay for. On Fri, Sep 24, 2021, 2:22 PM 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch <

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Acorn handlebar bag (older version)

2021-09-22 Thread Jon Dukeman
Yes. I had to find a second hand saddle bag. On Wed, Sep 22, 2021, 12:13 PM Hugh Smitham wrote: > Though I highly dislike the Acorn business model (Build stuff then flash > sell it to the fastest mouse click) I absolutely love my Acorn handle bar > bag. Good luck finding one, it's literally my

Re: [RBW] What made you a bikey?

2021-09-03 Thread Jon Richardson
After I had to stop coaching Soccer after my fifth knee surgery. I started with a Colnago C40 road bike, it was fast and light. I then had a Heart Attack out of nowhere...and used cycling as a means to recover and started to enjoy my old steel bike. I found a Rivendell Rambo and fitted with

Re: [RBW] Re: Romulus death shake

2021-09-01 Thread Jon Richardson
Check the front wheel hub for play and check for wheel hop (out of round). On Wed, Sep 1, 2021, 10:23 AM Rick Urbanowski wrote: > No, no front rack. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Sep 1, 2021, at 10:04 AM, Ted Durant wrote: > >  > >> On Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 9:28:26 AM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Re: #PlatyPosing: Post your pics here! (Riv Mixtes welcome, too.)

2021-08-15 Thread Jon Dukeman
That's a beautiful machine. You'll get many fun miles on it. Jon On Sun, Aug 15, 2021, 4:43 PM Roberta wrote: > I've had my Platy since Memorial Day weekend, making minor adjustments to > saddle and handlebar. I might lower the handlebar a bit, but I know I LOVE > the mixte--mine and

Re: [RBW] Re: #PlatyPosing: Post your pics here! (Riv Mixtes welcome, too.)

2021-08-14 Thread Jon Dukeman
 On Sat, Aug 14, 2021, 5:32 PM Leah Peterson wrote: > This nurse will write you an excuse, Jon. Beautiful pair of mixtes! > ❤️Leah > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Aug 14, 2021, at 4:29 PM, Jon Dukeman wrote: > >  > Sorry 70 year old with recent back surg

Re: [RBW] Re: #PlatyPosing: Post your pics here! (Riv Mixtes welcome, too.)

2021-08-14 Thread Jon Dukeman
Sorry 70 year old with recent back surgery are EXEMPT from lifting.  On Sat, Aug 14, 2021, 5:17 PM Leah Peterson wrote: > Beautiful, gorgeous mixtes, my friends, but you gotta hoist ‘em. > > Those are the rules! > L > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Aug 14, 2021, at 4:12 PM, Benz Ouyang,

Re: [RBW] Re: Nexave Rear Der

2021-08-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
Doug I was surprised going from 32 cog to 36 also..there was no adjustment on mine either. The high and low limit screws were the same but figured the B screw might need adjusting. Love that Altus. Jon On Thu, Aug 12, 2021, 4:40 PM dougP wrote: > I have the Altus on my Atlantis with 11-3

Re: [RBW] Re: Nexave Rear Der

2021-08-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
I was surprised the Altus cleared the 36 tooth cog so easily. On Thu, Aug 12, 2021, 1:19 PM Matthew P wrote: > Ignoring Sram because I am unfamiliar, and a road vs. mtb/mtn difference, > lets say within Shimano mtb/mtn freehub bodies and cassettes, the widths > are the same 8 speed through 12

Re: [RBW] Re: Nexave Rear Der

2021-08-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
Tom I run my Altus with 12 x 36 9 speed on my Plattypus using Micro shift 9 speed shifter on index. Front : Silver Wide/ low double 38× 24. On Thu, Aug 12, 2021, 10:45 AM Tom Wyland wrote: > Pardon the dumb question, but can an Altus 8 speed rear der work with a 9 > speed on friction shift? > >

Re: [RBW] My new fall project arrived

2021-08-07 Thread Jon Dukeman
Gotta love that Orange. Have fun with that one On Sat, Aug 7, 2021, 10:06 AM Johnny Alien wrote: > I have most of the parts for this but not all of them so it will be a fall > build up. Super excited for this one especially since it looks like this > model won't come to reality anytime in the

Re: [RBW] Handlebar/Stem pouch for Wine

2021-07-29 Thread Jon Dukeman
Try Randi Jo Fabrications On Thu, Jul 29, 2021, 7:24 PM J Schwartz wrote: > Does anyone know of a a sidekick/snackbar/feedbag type pouch that mounts > to to the handlebar along the stem that would specifically be deep enough, > wide enough and strong enough to carry a typical 750ml bottle of

Re: [RBW] Creaky Stem Issue

2021-07-26 Thread Jon Dukeman
Chase Torque on the NITTO stem clamp/ handlebar is 14-16 Nm or 120-140 inch lb. ( per NITTO specs.) I recommend cleaning mating surfaces with isopropyl alcohol Before assembling and torqueing. I've never heard a creak doing it this method. Jon On Mon, Jul 26, 2021, 1:49 PM Chase Granoff wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Being Precious About Your Favorite Bike

2021-06-18 Thread Jon Dukeman
I agree with Ana. TAKE THE BIKES INSIDE THE ROOM AT NIGHT!! On Fri, Jun 18, 2021, 2:03 AM Ana Candela wrote: > Leah, > > Take the Platypus. Your precious will become more precious the more you > ride not the more she stays behind. But please please, like everyone has > said already, take all

[RBW] Re: Current Bags that fit Nitto M12 Racks

2021-06-13 Thread Jon Lankow
looking bag but not what I decided to go for. Thanks for the pics and GLWS! Jon On Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at 11:36:43 AM UTC-5 Ted Durant wrote: > Looking for good suggestions as to what currently fits well on this rack. >> > > Swift Paloma - I put one on my new Breadwinner an

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Billy Bars

2021-06-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
Roberta Nice looking build. I have 58 boscos and 120 stem. The jury is still out on that combo. Thanks for the pics Jon On Sat, Jun 12, 2021, 2:42 PM Roberta wrote: > Not sure what view you'd like, so I took 3. > > There's more room to put things on before you get to the curve. Fla

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Billy Bars

2021-06-12 Thread Jon Dukeman
Roberta Could you share a pic of your Billie bar set up please? Thanks Jon On Fri, Jun 11, 2021, 8:09 PM Roberta wrote: > I just put Billie's on my 55cm Platy with an x-tall 100mm technomic stem > and they are fantastic!!! I highly recommend them. > > On Friday, June 11, 2021 at 5:

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

2021-06-10 Thread Jon Dukeman
Yes. The aluminum frames back in the 90s were prone to bottle cage bosses coming loose and rattling while riding. Very annoying. On Thu, Jun 10, 2021, 9:33 AM Jared Wilson wrote: > Like a Riv-Nut? > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jun 10, 2021, at 8:32 AM, Jon Dukeman wrote: >

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

2021-06-10 Thread Jon Dukeman
Your local bike shop should have the tool and bosses to do that. They drill a hole and install the bosses like a pop rivet only better. Jon On Thu, Jun 10, 2021, 8:50 AM Jason Fuller wrote: > I have been wishing Riv would put water bottle bosses back there on frames > that a bottle wou

[RBW] Current Bags that fit Nitto M12 Racks

2021-06-08 Thread Jon Lankow
list! Jon -- 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 vi

Re: [RBW] Re: Question about shim when swapping Albatross for Billie

2021-06-07 Thread Jon Dukeman
assembly. Nothing more annoying than having a squeaky handlebar. Jon On Mon, Jun 7, 2021, 7:56 PM REC wrote: > Thank you all. > I have two metal shims, so will probably take it to lbs. > > > On Jun 7, 2021, at 9:06 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Email sent to you. I'ma need a close

Re: [RBW] Water Bottle and Cage Talk

2021-06-07 Thread Jon Dukeman
I like Randi Jo.Fab.Bartender plus bag mounted on stem/ handlebar. It keeps dirt away from bottles when riding on dusty roads frequented by horses and other live stock/ wild life.. Jon On Mon, Jun 7, 2021, 6:12 PM David Person wrote: > I like the idea of a stem bag like the one on Leah's b

Re: [RBW] Re: Shout Out for Shelta Hats

2021-06-07 Thread Jon Dukeman
Da Brim makes a wide brim if you use a helmet Jon On Mon, Jun 7, 2021, 3:33 PM David Person wrote: > Welcome, Hugh. The brim stiffener they put in really works. > > > On Monday, June 7, 2021 at 9:19:50 AM UTC-7 Hugh Smitham wrote: > >> Thanks David for the he

Re: [RBW] Question about shim when swapping Albatross for Billie

2021-06-07 Thread Jon Dukeman
Roberta Spreading the stem slightly helps keep shims aligned while sliding handle bar in place . Your stem might not need the tool. Jon On Mon, Jun 7, 2021, 5:25 PM Roberta wrote: > I'm going to swap the Albatross bar for the Billie bar on my Platypus > tonight (hopefully). I have a Ni

[RBW] Fwd: Interloc Racing Design Sub-C Double Front Derailleur Braze-On - Silver [Y86FZ91B13] - $46.78 : braidaxe.com

2021-05-25 Thread Jon Dukeman
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[RBW] Interloc Racing Design Sub-C Double Front Derailleur Braze-On - Silver [Y86FZ91B13] - $46.78 : braidaxe.com

2021-05-25 Thread Jon Dukeman
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Re: [RBW] Platy front derailleur with Riv wide-low double (39x28)?

2021-05-25 Thread Jon Dukeman
Tom Google IRD sub compact fr derailleur .Numerous bike shops sell them. I love mine. On Tue, May 25, 2021, 7:27 AM Tom Wyland wrote: > OK, I'm still struggling to find a FD. I tried a Microsoft R9 and that > didn't seem to work. The local bike shop said 10 speed won't work with 9 > speed

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

2021-05-23 Thread Jon Dukeman
Vince knows his handlebars and stems and the best configuation. I'm getting a new stem this week. I'll report back how it goes. On Sun, May 23, 2021, 10:20 AM 'upyou...@yahoo.com' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > After a week away with a family crisis, I'm

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