[RBW] Re: Rivendells in South Korea

We've been talking about it! I was introduced to your channel by another member posting about it here and really enjoy your content. My wife works for our local bicycle advocacy org and we love seeing the infrastructure in Seoul. Keep up the great work! On Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 3:21:57 PM

[RBW] Re: Rack(s) for Clem

I have one of the Pletscher rear racks Riv sold as the "Clem rack" if you're interested. Has the removable pannier rails. On Friday, April 19, 2024 at 8:16:50 AM UTC-4 Igor wrote: > What racks do folks like for their Clem? I am selling my campee racks > because they are not a good fit on the

[RBW] Re: Sizing question for "in between" PBH measurement

It's pretty wild the differing opinions people have on upsizing or downsizing based on cockpit choices. I'm with Bill on this, and I think Riv tends to suggest smaller sizes than necessary, maybe because there's still consumer pushback to running shorter stems? Everyone thinks they need a 10cm

[RBW] Re: Silver shifters, v1 vs. v2

contact to line up. I do know the plastic washers > break after a while but that's usually when the bike falls and the shifter > takes most of the force of the fall. > > On Friday, March 29, 2024 at 6:56:26 PM UTC-4 ian m wrote: > >> I love the look of the Silver1 shifter

[RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

I believe the M952 is high normal, but you can't go wrong with the M951 On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 1:01:39 PM UTC-4 chintan...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm looking to try a RR derailleur and want something under 50-60 ideally. > > Which ones would you recommend? Were there are early RR derailleurs

Re: [RBW] Re: Revisiting the Nitto 52f Basket Rack

Maybe it will lessen your dyno wiring worries but depending on the light you're running it's really easy to DIY a solution. The Busch and Muller wires are just like speaker wires and you can splice them together with very little effort. The wiring and connectors are available from a few spots

[RBW] Re: How similar are the Bridgestone Atlantis (1), XO-1, All Rounder, Toyo Atlantis?

On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 1:24:14 PM UTC-4 Ian A wrote: I love my two 26" bikes as well and have been stockpiling rims and even brake pads to keep them in service. There are just so few options left in keeping non-disc 26" bikes on the road, despite it being a versatile, strong, light

[RBW] Re: How similar are the Bridgestone Atlantis (1), XO-1, All Rounder, Toyo Atlantis?

Seems like a decent number of options in the 26+ realm also, like the Crust Evasion and new Stridsland Beachcomber. Can't speak to geometry on those tho On Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 8:08:34 PM UTC-4 ian m wrote: > There are similar bikes that *can *run 26" wheels due to using disc

[RBW] Re: How similar are the Bridgestone Atlantis (1), XO-1, All Rounder, Toyo Atlantis?

There are similar bikes that *can *run 26" wheels due to using disc brakes. The Velo Orange Polyvalent comes to mind. As much as I love the 26er I don't see anyone outside of custom builds combining that wheel size and rim brakes anymore On Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 6:55:34 PM UTC-4 Jim M.

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

On Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 12:26:11 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: All those wanting Rivendell to re-release bikes they made 10 years ago do NOT have to turn in their Riv card, but they ARE outing themselves as PAWNS of the T IC. Resist the pressures of the Time and Date Industrial Complex!

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

On Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 2:11:06 AM UTC-5 iamkeith wrote: Like Tim, I got an early Clem, thinking it would be an updated, proper-fitting version of an analog 80s or 90s mountain bike - because that's how it was initially concieved and described by Grant. But I admittedly struggled on

Re: [RBW] Going really large on Clems

I'm a proponent of sizing to the largest frame that you can comfortably standover, but obviously the Clem L throws that out the window. The thing to look out for on the Clem's is the absurdly long effective top tube. I previously owned a 52 Clem H (83PBH here) and I think it had a 61cm top

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day (the build commences)

What a beauty. Love that stem! On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 5:08:10 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I'm planning on selling my build list for $50, to help offset the price of > the bicycle. For an extra $25 I will autograph that build list. > > Those are not Highway One bars. > > Bill

Re: [RBW] Re: Intro post, pics of my RIvs, and a Homer fit question

If you, like me, prefer Nitto to all alternatives check out the M151. I believe Soma sells that model as well. On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 5:58:50 PM UTC-5 eitanz...@gmail.com wrote: > You guys have given me multiple good handlebar suggestions! I think I will > rule out the Specialized

[RBW] Re: Intro post, pics of my RIvs, and a Homer fit question

If the standover height is acceptable, then I would argue the larger frame is going to lead to a better fit. I have a hard time with just the raw data which is why I like using bike insights. Comparing the 54.5 and 51 Homers, we can see a few important points: the stack is much higher meaning

[RBW] Re: Intro post, pics of my RIvs, and a Homer fit question

You can compare the geometry of the Homer against your Breezer on bikeinsights.com. Worth a look to find the differences On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 7:06:31 PM UTC-5 eitanz...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks Bill, I don't have my bike fit completey figure out yet. I used to > bike a lot more

Re: [RBW] Re: Why baskets and front bags instead of rear panniers or perfect Rivendell saddlebags?

ADDLES ARE OVERRATED. I NEED A BERTHOUD!!!" >>>>> >>>>> (And babies like riding in front-baskets) >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> [image: 0-1.jpg][image: IMG_5539.jpg][image: IMG_7392.jpg] >>>>> >>>>

[RBW] Re: Ride Report - Santa Monica to Santa Barbara Century

Lovely looking ride. Many years ago I lived in Ventura and commuted to SB, I still regularly think about how beautiful that stretch of the 101 was. On Friday, February 2, 2024 at 1:05:50 AM UTC-5 kiziria...@gmail.com wrote: > Congrats! Love seeing people knocking out centuries with swept back

Re: [RBW] Re: Why baskets and front bags instead of rear panniers or perfect Rivendell saddlebags?

on't need to undo and re-do straps. > > On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 4:31 PM ian m wrote: > >> Short and sweet answer: I can put a bag in my basket and take it with me >> when I'm off the bike. >> >> On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 5:18:59 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote

[RBW] Re: Why baskets and front bags instead of rear panniers or perfect Rivendell saddlebags?

Short and sweet answer: I can put a bag in my basket and take it with me when I'm off the bike. On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 5:18:59 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > I'm curious why so many Rivendell-listers prefer baskets to rear > saddlebags or panniers -- saddlebags in particular

[RBW] Re: FS: Jumbo Rosco Bubbe Iditabike

You may get one snowy ride in with this weekend's Noreaster On Thursday, January 4, 2024 at 5:56:03 PM UTC-5 Josh C wrote: > Killer Kia, just killer! > > On Thursday, January 4, 2024 at 3:21:06 PM UTC-5 antc...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Flippin' heck, that is one wild build! Any idea on minimum

[RBW] Re: FS: Black Mountain Cycles V5.5 Monstercross 60 cm Olive Oil

Why are all the cool bikes too large? Great price wish it could be mine On Sunday, December 31, 2023 at 2:38:42 PM UTC-5 Mike Godwin wrote: > Hi Folks > Reposted my bike to San Luis Obispo craigslist. Black Mountain Cycles > Monstercross 60 cm - bicycles - by owner - bike sale - craigslist >

[RBW] Re: WTB: A Riv in SF on January 3rd. Also looking for some route tips

I haven't lived in the Bay area for some years now but as far as camping you can't go wrong anywhere in Marin. My #1 pick was always Samuel P Taylor, closer to the distance you're looking for, beautiful park, and a chill ride there and back On Sunday, December 24, 2023 at 11:59:32 AM UTC-5

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day X2

On Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 9:53:48 AM UTC-5 Tony Lockhart wrote: Speaking of Homers, any idea when the next run will be? I had something in mind like Chef's bikelooks fantastic. @Tim, can't wait to see updates when you build them up. Anyone know? Looking to get a Homer -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

Bill, I'm intrigued by your DIY parts mods. I imagine adapting the headset was relatively straightforward, but could you expand on the brake levers? On Monday, December 4, 2023 at 12:54:46 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > It's true that single pivot Campy brakes were not super powerful. How >

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith Jr 52cm "H" blue frameset

Clem is SOLD to a friendly group member, thanks for the interest everyone On Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 12:15:17 PM UTC-5 ian m wrote: > I can add a Rich-built velocity synergy w/ Deore wheelset and WTB Horizon > tires (as seen in original photo of complete bike, lots of lif

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith Jr 52cm "H" blue frameset

etc) and I won't charge "handling" or anything. On Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 4:50:05 PM UTC-5 ian m wrote: > Here's an album. Sorry for the weird setting but it's gray and sad outside > for the next few months so I thought I'd get better lighting inside work. > Hit me up

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Homer headbadge

LOVE the Saluki, Hunq, Cheviot, Appaloosa headbadges. Clem and Rosco are fun. Hard to get excited about the Homer, I get it On Friday, December 1, 2023 at 6:58:18 PM UTC-5 Sky Coulter wrote: > The hunqapillar headbadge will always be the best. > > On Dec 1, 2023, at 3:36 PM, Kainalu V.

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith Jr 52cm "H" blue frameset

Here's an album. Sorry for the weird setting but it's gray and sad outside for the next few months so I thought I'd get better lighting inside work. Hit me up with any questions! https://photos.app.goo.gl/cRnWTwxHaWeoE5Wd8 On Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 6:04:05 PM UTC-5 ian m wrote: > Fr

[RBW] WTB Nitto R-14 Rear Rack

This is the model with the mount for a rear dynamo light. Anyone know why or when they were discontinued? Or if there's another option for a saddlebag support with a light mount? Pic for reference[image: _dpp_41398.jpg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] WTB Nitto R14 rear rack

This is the model withe the plate for mounting a rear light. Preferably without the tombstone but I don't think I can be picky. Anyone know when/why these were discontinued? or know of another good saddlebag support that I can mount a wired rear light to? [image: _dpp_41398.jpg] -- You

Re: [RBW] Nitto R-14 Rear Struts Attachment Points

Q's for anyone that may know: Is the R-14 model discontinued or is everywhere just out of stock at the moment? Is there any other small saddleback support rack that can mount a rear wired light? On Monday, April 17, 2023 at 12:04:21 PM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > Here’s how I’m running my

[RBW] Fortunate Timing -- My New MIT Atlantis

Looks great, but I gotta see the rohloff equipped simpleone! -- 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: Rear derailler hanger threading issues

I don't believe it's cross threaded, at least not all the way through. Derailler is, or seems to be, flush with hanger. The main problem was the first quarter to half of the threads, the hanger bolt couldn't get any purchase on the hanger threads, and as I backed it out about 2 dozen times

[RBW] Rear derailler hanger threading issues

I have a first gen Clem, bought as frame and built up in 2015. I don't remember if I had issues installing the derailler at that time, and I haven't removed it since. HOWEVER, tonight I had a bear of a time getting the derailler back on and am worried I completely chewed up the threading. It

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Gus Boots For Sale on Riv Site

Of course talking about disc brakes on this bike is an exercise in futility, but it is interesting to consider their use in the industry today and in the future. For me, I look at a company like Crust Bikes and see more or less a humongous bite out of Riv's market share. The Evasion is

[RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

Nitto also makes the Kite bar, which I believe is the exact same except 63cm wide instead of 66 -- 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: Eccentric ENO Hub and Fixed Gear Bikepacking

Moore wrote: > > No, I mean run, say a 17/20 in back and a, say, 42/39 in front, on a > Sugino or Pro 5 Vis or old Suntour XC Pro or what have you; ENO + Dingle > back and Pro 5 Vis front, say. No need as far as I can see for a White > Industries. > > On Sat, Feb 2,

[RBW] Re: Eccentric ENO Hub and Fixed Gear Bikepacking

Sure, you could run a triple crank up front and use a derailer to take up slack, if you were so inclined. The White Industries solution just happens to be not only incredibly practical but also elegant. Keeps your chain length the same, keeps your chain line straight, gives you two gears that

[RBW] Re: Eccentric ENO Hub and Fixed Gear Bikepacking

I think I misread the original intent. You want to ride fixed on a vertical dropout utilizing a dingle cog. I stand by what I originally said, using the White Ind dingle chainring would make the most elegant and easy to use setup in conjunction with the Eccentric hub to accommodate for the

[RBW] Re: Eccentric ENO Hub and Fixed Gear Bikepacking

I highly recommend using the ENO in dinglespeed form, if possible. Does a fixed dingle cog exist?. I had this set up on a bike some years ago, 16/18 freewheel in back and 38/35 double chainring. You need White Ind cranks too, but those are definitely worth it. This system was super easy to

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

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

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

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

[RBW] Re: New SimWorks rack

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

[RBW] Re: Here's my new Atlantis

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

Re: [RBW] comparison: Marathon vs Compass

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

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

I wonder if Riv intends to support running something like a Cliffhanger rim tubeless or if they plan on working with a manufacturer to make a 650b non-disc rim appropriately wide for a plus sized mountain bike tire (or both??). Running a 2.8" tire at low pressure on a 25mm internal width rim

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

to talk to him about the SWB model, he spent most of the > conversation extolling the virtues of the LWB bike. > > Eric > > On Monday, September 17, 2018, ian m > > wrote: > >> I had imagined the possibility of a Riv off-roader replacing my current >>

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

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

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

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

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

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

[RBW] Re: Rivendell West and East Meet Up

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose Bars - Your Experiences?

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

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose Bars - Your Experiences?

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

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

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

[RBW] Re: Wald 137 bag recommendations?

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

[RBW] Re: Wald 137 bag recommendations?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[RBW] Re: I got a new Clem!

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

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

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

[RBW] Nitto rear rack shortage?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

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

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

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

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

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

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

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

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

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

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

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

[RBW] Re: Clem RD Chain Tension

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

Re: [RBW] Clem RD Chain Tension

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

[RBW] Re: Mudflap quandry

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

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

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

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

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

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

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

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

What is the max tire size the mini-motos will fit? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

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

[RBW] Latest Roscoe Bubbe

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[RBW] Re: WTB: Small SaddleSack, Bar Tube

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

[RBW] WTB: Small SaddleSack, Bar Tube

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

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

It's in the first paragraph of the description. Can't force people to read or pay attention though -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

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