Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-11-09 Thread Ryan Ray
Here is my Bleriot for sale on CL in Seattle or I will pay my LBS 150 bucks to box it up right. I bought a bigger Homer instead! https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-61cm-rivendell-bleriot/7683878809.html On Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 1:48:24 PM UTC-8 reeb wrote: > could be a

Re: [RBW] Re: A. Homer Hilsen fender clearance

2023-11-08 Thread Ryan Ray
Thanks! On Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 6:25 AM aeroperf wrote: > My 2019 Homer fit Velo Orange Zeppelin 52 fenders no problem. > It had 559 brakes as well, but it was a 650b tire size. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] A. Homer Hilsen fender clearance

2023-11-07 Thread Ryan Ray
Does anyone have first hand experience with fitting fenders in their Hilsen? I was hoping for 700x50mm Stainless Berthouds but as I need to oder them from EU I was hoping to see if anyone has tried it first. Or another fender combo work well? I have the R559s but I will switch brakes if I have

[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant

2018-06-21 Thread Ryan Ray
Personally I hope everyone who is pro "ripping babies from refugee mothers" is very uncomfortable here and in their daily lives. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Nitto HiRiser Quill Stem

2017-07-14 Thread Ryan Ray
I haul a Weehoo around a bunch and on my threadless bike it's fine but on my threaded bike it's a bit wobbly despite the frame being much more robust on my threaded bike. It's all in the handlebars. I changed the angle of my bars yesterday and actually reduced it noticeably. I don't want to

[RBW] Nitto HiRiser Quill Stem

2017-07-13 Thread Ryan Ray
Anyone have any experience with these? I have a Nitto Technomic 120mm with a ton of the quill showing right now with some noodles and the combination is a bit too flexy for me. I'm hoping the Nitto HiRiser being made of steel might feel bit less flexy? I can pair it with some 25.4 dirt drop

[RBW] WTB: 26" 1" fork

2017-06-21 Thread Ryan Ray
I know it's a stretch but I'm looking for a replacement fork for my 1989 Specialized Rock combo. I'm hoping someone might have an extra 26" Riv fork around with all the nice Riv mounting points for some strange reason. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Fenders - worth the safety risks? Rethinking my fender use.

2017-05-26 Thread Ryan Ray
Fenders are by far my least favorite part of a bike. I break them, bend the stays, stuff get stuck in them dent them, tires rub on them, it's just awful. But Berthoud stainless fenders work for me. I don't mind dinging them, the stays never wobble (Hanjos are as bad as SKS), the fenders

[RBW] Re: Beautiful Atlantis on EBay

2017-05-10 Thread Ryan Ray
Correct! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Beautiful Atlantis on EBay

2017-05-09 Thread Ryan Ray
How did they get the jones bar on a threadless stem? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post

Re: [RBW] Re: Disc Brake Pros and Cons

2017-01-11 Thread Ryan Ray
n Heine > Editor > Bicycle Quarterly > www.bikequarterly.com > > On Tue, Jan 10, 2017 at 8:07 PM, Ryan Ray <ryan...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Aren't the Paul neo-retros just updated mafac canti brakes? Maybe you guys > could get a review set :) > > > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Disc Brake Pros and Cons

2017-01-11 Thread Ryan Ray
> Editor > Bicycle Quarterly > www.bikequarterly.com > > On Tue, Jan 10, 2017 at 8:07 PM, Ryan Ray <ryanr...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Aren't the Paul neo-retros just updated mafac canti brakes? Maybe you guys > could get a review set :) > > > > > > - Ryan > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Disc Brake Pros and Cons

2017-01-10 Thread Ryan Ray
Aren't the Paul neo-retros just updated mafac canti brakes? Maybe you guys could get a review set :) - Ryan -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS ::: Mountain Bike Brake Levers, Suntour & Sachs - NEW

2016-11-23 Thread Ryan Ray
I use cantis and am switching to a flat bar, will any of these work? If so I'll take the Dia-Comps and start waiting for the new "Thimble" Thumbies :) - Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] BUMP 64 cm orange Ramboullet

2016-11-03 Thread Ryan Ray
Did you by chance buy this one from somebody in Seattle named Ryan? -Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Silver 2 shifters

2016-10-20 Thread Ryan Ray
I like the old down tube style ones and the new thimble ones. Both are nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: ROADINI tease on the BLUG

2016-10-12 Thread Ryan Ray
es, and we're hoping they'll all be cheap enough to > allow people who even KIND of want one to get one. > > > > > On Wed, Oct 12, 2016 at 10:13 AM, Ryan Ray <ryan...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Road 700x44 would be reeeaaay nice :) > > - Ryan > > > On Wed, Oc

Re: [RBW] Re: ROADINI tease on the BLUG

2016-10-12 Thread Ryan Ray
Road 700x44 would be reeeaaay nice :) - Ryan On Wed, Oct 12, 2016 at 9:54 AM Belopsky wrote: Same as in, 51,55,58,62? Will be interesting to see this - I imagine we're months out from more info On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 12:51:42 PM UTC-4, Grant @

[RBW] Re: ROADINI tease on the BLUG

2016-10-09 Thread Ryan Ray
Interested as long as the bigger sizes have a single top tube! On Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 12:24:20 PM UTC-7, William R. wrote: > > Yes! I will follow the development of the Roadini closely. I have most of > the parts for a road bike. Generous clearances will always be welcome. Down > tube

Re: [RBW] Re: Setup of Paul's Cantilevers

2016-10-04 Thread Ryan Ray
53:27 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > > On 10/04/2016 06:39 PM, Ryan Ray wrote: > > I don't know what magic was used to set mine up but they haven't > > squealed since I broke in the non-machined rims. I also can stop just > > fine in the rain. If anything my Co

Re: [RBW] Re: Setup of Paul's Cantilevers

2016-10-04 Thread Ryan Ray
I don't know what magic was used to set mine up but they haven't squealed since I broke in the non-machined rims. I also can stop just fine in the rain. If anything my Compass tires are the issue as I lock up too easy and can lose traction. Using Atlas 650b/Tektro720/stock-pads. - Ryan On

[RBW] Re: Setup of Paul's Cantilevers

2016-10-04 Thread Ryan Ray
I have Tektro 720s set up on my GR and they work extremely well and have never needed adjustment. I'd probably get them set up at your local bike shop rather than buy Pauls. If you do get Paul's go with the Neo-Retro! - Ryan On Monday, October 3, 2016 at 6:50:07 PM UTC-7, Eric Karnes

[RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

2016-10-04 Thread Ryan Ray
Being that you are in the Riv group, dissenting opinions are going to be hard to find here. But, I have an Ogre and have ridden a ton of Surlys and owned 1 Riv. - The Ogre will be a little bit more stout but not by as much as people here are saying. - The Ogre will ride better with weight on

[RBW] Re: VO vs Berthoud fenders

2016-09-30 Thread Ryan Ray
I've had 2 sets of SKS fenders, one Honjos, one set of the Soma 650bs and one set of Stainless Berthoud's. Only the Berthouds didn't make want to rip my own head off and toss it off a cliff. - Ryan On Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 2:57:21 PM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote: > > I am eventually going

[RBW] FS/ FT 2 46T chainrings( 110bcd)

2016-09-24 Thread Ryan Ray
Color? Maker? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: WTB: MKS urban pedals

2016-07-29 Thread Ryan Ray
Hey all, I bought some and forgot to mark as complete. Sorry! The pedals are very nicely built and unlike the sylvan touring pedals can be worn with very minimal footwear but also unlike the sylvan touring pedals are not grippy at all. Cages and straps need to be slightly tighter in my

[RBW] WTB: MKS urban pedals

2016-07-23 Thread Ryan Ray
I decided to just go with toe clips and my old sylvan pedals due to being very clumsy off bike and constantly shredding my ankles and shins with VP spiky platforms. Toe clips work better for me while spinning anyway. Looking to upgrade my sylvans though and get a bit narrower as well and

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

2016-06-23 Thread Ryan Ray
I prefer my VICE pedals now that I removed the sharp spikes. Protip: remove the sharp spikes BEFORE you use them. For my VP-001s I just screwed in the sharp pins (specially the interior ones) so they don't stick out so much. - Ryan On Thu, Jun 23, 2016 at 10:08 AM Ron Mc

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

2016-05-24 Thread Ryan Ray
This was from the VP Vice pedals which come with smoother pins and the super sharp pins too. Still need to file down those edges. On Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 1:29:11 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: > > I removed the ultra sharp spikes (the same ones found all over the > thin-gripsters) and

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

2016-05-24 Thread Ryan Ray
I removed the ultra sharp spikes (the same ones found all over the thin-gripsters) and I noticed a huge improvement. I did notice less retention but now they are similar to clipless pedals with a bunch of float. My shoes never wanted to slip out but they were able to freely change angles. Not

[RBW] Spikes, Pedals, Shins

2016-05-23 Thread Ryan Ray
Hey there, I have clipless pedals and shoes and most of the things in the shoes ruse article don't really ring true for me. Clipless pedals are great and the longer the ride, the better they are for me. However whenever I put clipless pedals on a bike that is the bike I never ride, so I use

[RBW] Re: How much air in a Fatty Rumpkin?

2016-04-21 Thread Ryan Ray
I'm 200 and I run both my Baby Shoes and my Rumpkins at 40. I ran lower but cornering took a hit for me. No pinch flats (or any flats) for me and I abused the Rumpkins. - Ryan On Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 2:53:44 PM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Thanks Bill, that is helpful. I had

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Mark's rack?

2016-04-19 Thread Ryan Ray
Or anything that I can attach a medium basket to and my dynamo light. Will use on the front of an ogre which has the rear rack mounts on the fork. Seattle pick up possible. Or does anyone have a good idea if where to attach a light if I get a rack free strut-only basket? -- You received this

[RBW] FS: Continental Speed Ride Tires - PAIR - $45 shipped.

2016-03-19 Thread Ryan Ray
So the Black Mountain probably maxes out at 38 with fenders? -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Jeff Jones in depth on longer wheelbase

2016-03-11 Thread Ryan Ray
Thanks for sharing this. Very interesting. I'd love one of these from Kone and one from Grant. I want a Chef's Table (GREAT docuseries on Netflix) but for bike design. - Ryan On Friday, March 11, 2016 at 6:08:55 AM UTC-8, Matthew J wrote: > > ICYMI, good Jeff Jones YourrTube discussion on

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle riding weather

2016-03-07 Thread Ryan Ray
on <jim.b...@gmail.com >> > wrote: >> >>> Ha. Austin is terrible too, now that you mention it. >>> Don't move here :D >>> >>> On Mon, Mar 7, 2016 at 11:27 AM, Ryan Ray <ryan...@gmail.com >>> > wrote: >>> >

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle riding weather

2016-03-07 Thread Ryan Ray
Don't listen to these people. Seattle is terrible. - Extremely high rent/housing prices. - Public transportation is woefully underfunded and though we are starting to get a little its far too late. - It rains all the time. Forever. And its cold, gross rain. Its been shown to effect people's

[RBW] Re: FS: soon-to-be-spring cleaning

2016-02-03 Thread Ryan Ray
Everything sold but the basket. Chad I apologize for not getting to your questions directly but this stuff had to go and was priced accordingly. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] FS: soon-to-be-spring cleaning

2016-01-31 Thread Ryan Ray
New Soma Deluxe Porteur Rack - Stainless Steel $80 local pickup only Seattle http://store.somafab.com/soma-porteur-rack--stainless-steel.html Installed once, too big to ship which makes it a PITA to sell. All original hardware. Struts uncut. Ridded 1-2 times. Like new Blue VP Vice Pedals $35

[RBW] Re: FS: soon-to-be-spring cleaning

2016-01-31 Thread Ryan Ray
Pedals and probably the Tiagra set are sold. On Sunday, January 31, 2016 at 8:50:56 AM UTC-8, Ryan Ray wrote: > > New Soma Deluxe Porteur Rack - Stainless Steel > $80 local pickup only Seattle > http://store.somafab.com/soma-porteur-rack--stainless-steel.html > Installed once,

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqa Sizing

2016-01-18 Thread Ryan Ray
Patrick <lamontg...@mac.com> wrote: > As you can see, Ryan, there are multiple ways to go right! > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 10:13:24 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: > >> I have a 35"/90cm PHB, which Hunqa size would be right f

[RBW] Re: Why slick tires don't stick well

2016-01-18 Thread Ryan Ray
> > >- *“Negative” treads*, that just cut grooves into the tire, apparently >are inspired by car tires, where they help prevent hydroplaning. But even >very wide bicycle tires are too narrow for hydroplaning (and our speeds > are >too low, too). Perhaps a fatbike with slick

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqa Sizing

2016-01-17 Thread Ryan Ray
ve it, and > ride in on the full range of roads and trails. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 10:13:24 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: >> >> I have a 35"/90cm PHB, which Hunqa size would be right for me? Any? >> >> >> -- > You

[RBW] Hunqa Sizing

2016-01-16 Thread Ryan Ray
I have a 35"/90cm PHB, which Hunqa size would be right for me? Any? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: What is the *real* purpose of a rear brake?

2016-01-15 Thread Ryan Ray
If found that my canti brakes prefer a little rear pressure when stopping at the bottom of a hill or to slow me down on long descents. Disc brake bike manufacturers recommend rear brakeing in order to not stop on a dime and damage your fork/spokes too. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Ordered another Riv

2016-01-08 Thread Ryan Ray
You married someone who has said "My favorite bike is the 91 Stumpjumper Pro". http://cdn.meme.am/instances/500x/54821782.jpg - Ryan On Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 11:17:53 PM UTC-8, stonehog wrote: > > Due to the inescapable need for my fire horse wife to have a > "horse-themed"

[RBW] Anyone have a Nitto R14 or R15 rear rack?

2015-12-27 Thread Ryan Ray
My rig is missing exactly one little top load for camping this year. The recalled salsa minimalist rack would work too. Will pay cash if in Seattle. I also have that new stainless soma porteur rack and a used tiagra 10 speed set if you would trade. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Tubus Tara rack

2015-12-21 Thread Ryan Ray
It appears that the Tubus Tara rack is designed to be used on the rear eyelet. The one used for fenders stays. After looking around it appears that nearly all low rider racks are designed to be mounted rear of the Axel which is very perplexing to me. The salsa one looks designed for forward

[RBW] Re: Tubus Tara rack

2015-12-21 Thread Ryan Ray
Thanks all, I just used spacers and the mounts up closer to my canti posts and turned the bars upside down as to not interfere with my brakes. (They actually came like that). The pannier mount bars are now nice and level and I can install/remove the rack without messing with my fenders. The

[RBW] Re: Bike(s) for sale. 2 Rivendells plus 2 Rivendell wanna-be's

2015-12-16 Thread Ryan Ray
I love your preemptive bike money scheming. Very well done. - Ryan On Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 10:24:40 AM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > My wife is getting laid off. In the grand scheme of things, I think > that's a very good thing, because I think her part time job combined with >

[RBW] Re: PSA 65cm Hilsen on CL

2015-12-16 Thread Ryan Ray
I'd buy that sight unseen. I love that "Single top tube on this frame is no longer available, now it's a double" is a selling point. - Ryan On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 11:09:15 AM UTC-8, Sky Coulter wrote: > > Seems like a super good price > >

[RBW] Re: New to me Rambouillet, with photos

2015-12-16 Thread Ryan Ray
Super nice. My orange one could only take 32s and fenders but there is a little known secret about orange: Not only is it the fastest color, it also rides a full tire size up. - Ryan On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 10:02:29 AM UTC-8, Scott Loveless wrote: > > Most of you are probably

[RBW] Re: FS: Willow Chainring Special - 10 rings for $100 shipped.

2015-12-15 Thread Ryan Ray
Somewhat related: I built up a wide compact double from a an old Deore triple crank. I used an outer ring in the middle position and a granny in the 74bcd position. I shaved down the bolts to work to take into consideration the little indent used to make the bolts flush with an outer ring.

[RBW] Re: FS: Willow Chainring Special - 10 rings for $100 shipped.

2015-12-15 Thread Ryan Ray
se I can see is to mount the inner > chainring on a triple crankset. > David > Chicago > > On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 11:36:07 AM UTC-6, Ryan Ray wrote: >> >> Somewhat related: >> >> I built up a wide compact double from a an old Deore triple crank. I used &

[RBW] Converting a triple into a wide range double

2015-12-15 Thread Ryan Ray
I had a wide range double using the middle and inner positions of my crank set up using bolts which were shaved down to take into consideration the little lip on an outer ring. A friend is trying to do the same and I was wondering if anyone knows if there are bolts which fit already? Do single

[RBW] Re: Do you ever find yourself tempted by brifters?

2015-12-10 Thread Ryan Ray
If you want to try it out I have an 10 speed Tiagra group I might be able to ship to Texas for 150 or so. - Ryan > -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Few ready-made bags - & an update.

2015-11-29 Thread Ryan Ray
"no one likes orange" happens to be my favorite color. Can't wait for the orange bag to arrive! -- 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] Bartape, No Twine

2015-11-29 Thread Ryan Ray
I just finished up some bars and I didn't have any twine on me. They look so good I kind of don't want to twine them. With the heavy dose of shellac I applied I'm guessing they will be fine? Anyone else do this? https://goo.gl/photos/34AxrtY1559FTN5H7 -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Big Ol' Clem.

2015-11-26 Thread Ryan Ray
Nice bike! Hey, whobmafe that custom bag? :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

Re: [RBW] WTB: Bar end shifters

2015-11-22 Thread Ryan Ray
Someone on the list had some near me. Thanks to everyone who responded. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] WTB: Bar end shifters

2015-11-22 Thread Ryan Ray
Looking for ratchet bar end shifters. Suntour hopefully, riv/vo good too. Will pickup in Seattle. My mission of returning to friction and 8 speed is almost complete. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Max Tooth Cog on an 8 speed Deore XT Rear Derrailer?

2015-11-21 Thread Ryan Ray
I really want to get a 36 and see if it works. Thanks for the responses. I picked up an almost new one today to start downgrading from indexed 10 to friction 8. 10 speed chains are just to dainty for me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Max Tooth Cog on an 8 speed Deore XT Rear Derrailer?

2015-11-21 Thread Ryan Ray
http://www.disraeligears.co.uk/Site/Shimano_Deore_XT_derailleur_(M739_SGS).html Says 32 officially. Anyone know if 34 will work? (friction mode) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: FS/FT: Tubus Tara Lowrider Front Rack

2015-11-16 Thread Ryan Ray
I know this is uncouth but I think I sent you a direct reply? The Google Groups interface doesn't make it very clear. - Ryan On Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 10:57:14 PM UTC-8, Tim Wood wrote: > > Hey everyone, > > I have a Tubus Tara, black, that I no longer need and wondering if there >

[RBW] Re: The "new" triple on my Cheviot -- does the big ring look worn out to you?

2015-11-15 Thread Ryan Ray
I could be wrong but those appear to just be shifting aided. On Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 10:58:08 AM UTC-8, Lynne Cooney wrote: > > So, I'm pretty mad in general at the shop that "built" my Cheviot. Both > shifters were loose, one loose enough to fall out on the way home, the > tires are

[RBW] Re: The "new" triple on my Cheviot -- does the big ring look worn out to you?

2015-11-15 Thread Ryan Ray
Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 12:52:04 PM UTC-8, Ryan Ray wrote: >> >> I could be wrong but those appear to just be shifting aided. >> >> >> >> On Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 10:58:08 AM UTC-8, Lynne Cooney wrote: >>> >>> So, I'm pretty mad in

[RBW] Re: Pink Rivendell All-Rounder for sale

2015-11-14 Thread Ryan Ray
1000 obo for a ride-ready 531 Riv with an awesome paint job. Sold already right? On Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 3:15:49 PM UTC-8, jeffrey kane wrote: > > What would you say the max. tire width would be? > > On Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 2:50:38 PM UTC-5, Patrick Shea wrote: >> >> >> >>

Re: [RBW] Velocity Cliffhanger 650B Rim experience?

2015-11-14 Thread Ryan Ray
Atlas rims are not tubeless ready right? On Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 4:57:35 PM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote: > > Thunder Burt 2.25" > > > or 2.1" >

Re: [RBW] Velocity Cliffhanger 650B Rim experience?

2015-11-14 Thread Ryan Ray
My only complaint about Velocity rims is that you can't really tell which rim is for what. They all seem to be for touring/trekking/offroad/on-road whatever. For example the Atlas is listed in Road, Touring, Cross. Others are listed in multiple categories too. The Cliffhanger is in Mountain

Re: [RBW] Crankset Advice

2015-11-10 Thread Ryan Ray
Can you point out some chainrings to use to turn that single into a wide double? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

2015-11-09 Thread Ryan Ray
Thanks! We will check out gypsyland. On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 11:50:21 AM UTC-8, drew wrote: > > i think the problem is that palm springs is mostly retirement/vacation > homes, so either the good stuff doesnt come, or it gets liquidated upon > arrival. undoubtedly, there is amazing stuff

[RBW] In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

2015-11-09 Thread Ryan Ray
I'm in Palm Springs and was wondering if there was a good source of C stuff nearby. Craigslist is pretty light too. Is everything good here just locked up in people's garages? I would assume there would be some good stuff around due to the climate being easy on everything other leather and

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

2015-11-09 Thread Ryan Ray
most all > dirt. If you can make it, I can try to scare up a bike! I'll post a formal > announcement of it in a sec... > > On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 11:33:22 AM UTC-8, Ryan Ray wrote: >> >> I'm in Palm Springs and was wondering if there was a good source of C >

[RBW] FS: Sackville Saddlesack Large - Olive

2015-11-06 Thread Ryan Ray
I wish my headtube was normal person sized. I love those set up as Porteur bags. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Saddlesack Large - Olive

2015-11-06 Thread Ryan Ray
Oh cool. I think my Haul'n Colin tombstone is a bit narrow if I can figure out that grip from photos. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] FS: Bags. Carradice, Acorn, Axiom

2015-11-03 Thread Ryan Ray
Nooo! I just found the saddle sqr part. I will send it of course. Lets chat not on this thread. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto M12, Passhunter, Threaded headset Decaleur

2015-11-02 Thread Ryan Ray
. - Ryan On Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 8:19:39 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: > > I'm swapping out the brand new stainless Soma Porteur rack for a M12 style > rack and a low rider set up. Its for sale too if you are interested. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: FS: Velo Orange Stainless Porteur Rack $125 shipped

2015-11-02 Thread Ryan Ray
Oops. It's the Soma one, not the VO one. On Monday, November 2, 2015 at 7:54:11 AM UTC-8, Ryan Ray wrote: > > Installed once and used twice. Didn't fit on my frame due to many other > considerations. Paid $200 at retail a week ago. > -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] FS: Velo Orange Stainless Porteur Rack $125 shipped

2015-11-02 Thread Ryan Ray
Installed once and used twice. Didn't fit on my frame due to many other considerations. Paid $200 at retail a week ago. -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Force Field Fatty Rumpkins

2015-11-02 Thread Ryan Ray
The black city bike bomba? I loved that build! I just picked up a pair (these were the folders) from the list and I am really happy with them. You can run them at cushy pressures but they still feel trustworthy as you ride over anything. The tread pattern is great too. - Ryan On Monday,

[RBW] Re: FS: Velo Orange Stainless Porteur Rack $125 shipped

2015-11-02 Thread Ryan Ray
Sold. Thanks. On Monday, November 2, 2015 at 7:54:11 AM UTC-8, Ryan Ray wrote: > > Installed once and used twice. Didn't fit on my frame due to many other > considerations. Paid $200 at retail a week ago. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] WTB: Nitto M12, Passhunter, Threaded headset Decaleur

2015-10-31 Thread Ryan Ray
I'm swapping out the brand new stainless Soma Porteur rack for a M12 style rack and a low rider set up. Its for sale too if you are interested. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: I finally bought a Rivendell -- Cheviot!

2015-10-31 Thread Ryan Ray
So i just got through with an interaction with Soma folks over these fenders. It went as well as you would expect. Apparently Free Range and the mechanic who worked on mine both did it wrong and the installation is to blame not the fenders. The example installation on their own blog post was

[RBW] Re: FS LongLow F/F/HS

2015-10-28 Thread Ryan Ray
The pain job is just amazing. I JUST bought a bike but Ian if you took better photos showing off tat paint job I bet this would be sold already. "35mm Kojaks with SKS have good clearance" + that paint job = very sweet bike. - Ryan On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 11:06:05 AM UTC-7,

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags. Carradice, Acorn, Axiom

2015-10-28 Thread Ryan Ray
I believe all are spoken for. Thanks for looking. On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 6:06:46 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: > > Selling some bags I don't use. Strong preference to meet up in Seattle and > not ship but I will ship too. > > Carradice Camper Longflap Black + SQR > Ori

[RBW] FS: Bags. Carradice, Acorn, Axiom

2015-10-27 Thread Ryan Ray
Selling some bags I don't use. Strong preference to meet up in Seattle and not ship but I will ship too. Carradice Camper Longflap Black + SQR Originally $145 + $30 Used lots $100 + shipping of your choice https://www.flickr.com/photos/ryanrray/22344413779/in/datetaken/ Acorn Handlebar Bag

[RBW] Re: FS Waterford T-14 64cm

2015-10-26 Thread Ryan Ray
Oh man. Making me wish i was quicker to the trigger. That color is perfect. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: I finally bought a Rivendell -- Cheviot!

2015-10-24 Thread Ryan Ray
Looks good! Only thing about these fenders i dont like is that they were pre drilled incorrectly. The front one is a couple of inches rotated too far back. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] I finally bought a Rivendell -- Cheviot!

2015-10-23 Thread Ryan Ray
Hey! I bought the fenders they pulled off that build today and installed them on my brand new Soma GR. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: WTB: Fatty Rumpkins

2015-10-21 Thread Ryan Ray
Bought a par of foldables for $40 and just bought a pair of those tektro cantis everyone likes. Thanks! - Ryan On Friday, October 16, 2015 at 3:18:20 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: > > I know you bought some Fatty Rumpkins then decided to go all BQ and swap > them out for Hetres. This

[RBW] WTB: Fatty Rumpkins

2015-10-16 Thread Ryan Ray
I know you bought some Fatty Rumpkins then decided to go all BQ and swap them out for Hetres. This means you have some Rumpkins hanging out in your garage collecting dust in their cute little circular treads. You probably also live in Seattle. If so MSG me because I spent too much of my

Re: [RBW] Bigger Jack Browns?

2015-10-08 Thread Ryan Ray
> tire. > > > On Oct 7, 2015, at 6:30 PM, Ryan Ray wrote: > > I had a pair of Rolly Pollys when all I could squeeze in was 28s and they > were my favorite tires ever. Smoother than even my Paselas but much more > confidence inspiring on rough stuff. but now I can squeez

[RBW] Bigger Jack Browns?

2015-10-07 Thread Ryan Ray
I had a pair of Rolly Pollys when all I could squeeze in was 28s and they were my favorite tires ever. Smoother than even my Paselas but much more confidence inspiring on rough stuff. but now I can squeeze in 37 or 41 so which tires are most Jack Brown like at that size? Is Riv ever going to

[RBW] Re: Laid off and in a Quandary

2015-10-06 Thread Ryan Ray
Nothing to add but I too had about 1/2 saved up for a Riv from working side projects before the startup I was at collapsed and I found out I not only didn't have a job but I wasn't getting paid for the last month I worked. That 1500 was swallowed up by bills and everything was fine and a year

[RBW] Re: FS Waterford T-14 64cm

2015-10-04 Thread Ryan Ray
What is your best guess on max tires plus fenders? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: WTB: Acorn Handlebar Bag, any color

2013-07-19 Thread Ryan Ray
No sellers! I guess I'll have to wait for the next run to be completed. I just signed up for the notification. Wish Riv or someone else would copy or improve upon that design. It really is great. Anyone know of a similar design? - Ryan On Wednesday, July 17, 2013 12:21:17 PM UTC-7, Ryan

[RBW] WTB: Acorn Handlebar Bag, any color

2013-07-17 Thread Ryan Ray
I bought one of these off the list last year and just need one on my other bike. I don't care what color it is. Other than major holes or missing straps I'd consider all other wear beausage. Contact off list please. p.s. I would consider the tube bag as well I guess if it fits a mini u-lock.

Re: [RBW] Re: Regarding Seth Vidal

2013-07-11 Thread Ryan Ray
Terrible. Iv'e read his posts here, and maybe interacted with him a few times and he seemed like a great guy. I'm not sure how many of you know this but he was sort of famous in the linux/tech/sysadmin circles. I heard about this first on a site I visit daily for work-type news. RIP Seth. -

[RBW] Re: FS: Woodchippers, Original Ram Stem maybe (not nitto), Tektro Levers

2013-07-08 Thread Ryan Ray
Sure, I'll post tonight. - Ryan On Monday, July 8, 2013 7:41:52 AM UTC-7, justin...@gmail.com wrote: Pictures? -J -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Woodchippers, Original Ram Stem maybe (not nitto), Tektro Levers

2013-07-08 Thread Ryan Ray
These are sold and already picked up. - Ryan On Sunday, July 7, 2013 9:50:11 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: I have an alternative cockpit if anyone wants to come take it off my hands in Seattle. Salsa Woodchippers, Original Ram Stem maybe (not nitto), Tektro Levers $30? - Ryan -- You

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