[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

If you get the chance, you have to try a pair of 5-10's (the Freerider or other models). They stick to the pedal like no other shoe I worn. Almost as good a connection as my Speedplay clipless. On Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 6:49:56 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: > > What's a good choice for

Re: [RBW] Re: My Rivendell Rodeo build

Yeah it's a more versatile bike than I originally thought. I forgot that I can ride it all day long and all I want to do. Thanks for the feedback, Bruce On Sun, Oct 18, 2015 at 6:11 PM, Richard L wrote: > I really like your Roadeo and the build. There was a Roadeo with flat >

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

For the past month I've been wearing Giro New Republic bike shoes. They look like old school leather shoes and are very comfortable. They are designed for SPD pedals, but my feet/legs/ankles are not compatible with clipless pedals, so I modified the shoes to work with an old pair of MKS steel

Re: [RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

You mentioned narrow heels—yes, that’s partly what I’m looking for. As you note, most “running” or “normal” shoes have a sole that’s wide at the heel and can hit the bike. The Sidi shoe you included in your email is in the right ballpark, but not with all the color (I prefer black cycling

[RBW] Re: FS: Low Trail customized Hunqapillar size 58

Do you have a price for F/F/HS/BB only? Also feel it is the greatest looking Hunq. Just have 2-3 bikes worth of Riv parts at home; too many of us have sampled the Kool Aid. Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] A couple of Sackville questions

Thanks to both Patricks for your swift and helpful replies! rod -- 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: Clem Geometry

What should those values be? On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 3:13:41 PM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote: > > The trail numbers are incorrect for 26"/559 & 650b wheel sizes. Other than > that, interesting to see how Clem compares to the Hunq. > David > Chicago -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Clem Geometry

65mm of trail for both 26" and 650B. Both based on a 60mm tire. On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 3:11:34 PM UTC-5, Wayne Naha wrote: > > What should those values be? > > On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 3:13:41 PM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote: >> >> The trail numbers are incorrect for 26"/559 & 650b

[RBW] Re: Clem Geometry

Corrected: -- 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: My Rivendell Rodeo build

I, for one, heartily approve of this build. I'm a big proponent of "high performance uprights" or "high quality casual." http://handlebarchronicles.blogspot.com/2015/01/high-performance-upright-towards-new.html My own Quickbeam is built up similarly, with swept back bars, ergon grips, and

[RBW] Re: Visiting the E. Bay & NM

Have a great trip, Michael! Though it's near by some standards, it's more of a commute than I can make. I look forward to when it might work out! With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 3:58:13 PM UTC-6, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > On Wed. 10/21, well before dawn, I will head to El

[RBW] Re: FS: Low Trail customized Hunqapillar size 58

I think the price is fair. It takes just the right person to spend 3600$ on what is essentially a complete custom. Especially folks here who have their own parts and ideas for builds. Great, great looking bike though. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

Ha! I hadn't seen that. Thanks, Justin. My bike's drive train is oddly on the left side there. Grin. Yes, I should likely disclose that Christine is wonderful and sends me shoes every few years for feedback. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 3:24:23 PM UTC-6, Justin August

[RBW] FS XL Rivendells

68cm Atlantis $2400 traditional Riv basic build 68cm Quickbeam $1800 Green 3 speed hub 64cm Bombadil $3600 Grey and Kidney Red. Please contact me off list for pics. Ryan Hankinson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

I see you are modeling for the company here! http://www.zemgear.com/Hike-Trail/b/8119012011?ie=UTF8=Hike+%26+Trail I may try them next! -J On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 7:29:31 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > My take on the stiff shoe thing is if you "need" a stiff shoe for biking >

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

NB Minimus MX20. Great shoe, helps you strengthen your foot instead of relying on a stiff sole to compensate. -J On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 1:27:21 PM UTC-7, Matthew J wrote: > > Provided your friend's feet are not all that wide, these New Balance 600C >

[RBW] Visiting the E. Bay & NM

On Wed. 10/21, well before dawn, I will head to El Cerrito Ca. to visit my son & granddaughter. On 11/6 I fly to Albuquerque for a conference at the Hyatt Regency in Bernalillo. I am bringing my S coupled Trek 620/650B with me. I will be spending most of my time in Ca. with my

[RBW] Re: FS - Frames - Soma San Marcos (59) & VO Campeur (57)

Campeur frame sold. So, both frames sold. Thanks!! On Monday, October 12, 2015 at 12:20:38 PM UTC-4, RDS wrote: > > *Soma San Marcos (Size 59)* > Probably 2 to 3 years old. I'd be surprised if it had more than 200 to > 300 miles of riding time. All riding was done on paved bike paths and no

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Rodeo build

Bruce, I am glad you like the bike. I missed that bike so much that I ordered another Roadeo frame set ( same size ). It says something about the Roadeo's neutral handling that the bike can feel so good in two different setups. Now, go out and ride the heck out of it. Don On Sunday, October

[RBW] Re: Clem Geometry

Keith, great analysis. I have to admit, I thought I had a good grasp on fit and geometry charts, but can honestly say that I have I no idea how front centre translates to ride and fit. I come from a road background and always based my sizing on tt length and head tube (a little thought was put

[RBW] News Flash! Grant reverses ideas about bar height!

Bahaah. Gee, wonder why the guy is selling that thing? Right, because it's un-rideable. Cheers. -- 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 ShopSacks in Grid Grey fabric

Sold both bags. Thanks for looking. On Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 11:56:39 AM UTC-5, Steven Butcher wrote: > > Offering for sale one Large and one Medium Sackville ShopSack both in the > now discontinued Grid Grey fabric. Both are in very good condition without > holes, rips, or tears and

Re: [RBW] Darning wool socks

It's called needle felting. http://www.marthastewart.com/907973/felted-sweater-patches - Jenny Washington, DC On Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 10:03:52 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > BTW, what's the wool repair technique where you use a fluff ball of > wool and and needle to

[RBW] My Rivendell Rodeo build

Nice build Bruce. I've ridden the bike and it's quick, nimble and highly responsive. I also rode it in it's other iteration and it was fantastic, though with the upright configuration the comfort level is extraordinary. No rules, just do what feels right. Tail Winds, ~Hugh -- You received

Re: [RBW] Darning wool socks

That's the stuff! Thanks, Jenny! On Sat, Oct 17, 2015 at 12:56 PM, Jenny wrote: > It's called needle felting. > > http://www.marthastewart.com/907973/felted-sweater-patches > > > - Jenny > Washington, DC > > On Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 10:03:52 PM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

Provided your friend's feet are not all that wide, these New Balance 600C (c stands for cycling) are very well thought out. Comfortable for walking as well. On Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 8:49:56 PM UTC-5, Eric Norris

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Rodeo build

I really like your Roadeo and the build. There was a Roadeo with flat bars on the Rivendell Blug a while back. The bars might have been MAP's instead of Albatross'. A high performance road bike with flat bars? Horrors, what would some of the other forums dedicated to road bikes think?

[RBW] Re: Clem Geometry

On Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 10:53:49 AM UTC-6, Tim Wood wrote: > > > I'm a little concerned about the 64cm of tt length I'll be rocking on my > 59 but with bosco bars I'm sure reach won't be a major concern. Going to be an interesting experience, isn't it?! Here's thought: Compared

[RBW] Re: Clem Geometry

The trail numbers are incorrect for 26"/559 & 650b wheel sizes. Other than that, interesting to see how Clem compares to the Hunq. David Chicago -- 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: My Rivendell Rodeo build

What a fun and free build! Enjoy! With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 12:12:17 PM UTC-6, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > I wanted to let you fine folks know how happy I am with my 59cm Rivendell > Rodeo. I purchased it from Don Compton right here on the RBW Owners Bunch. > I didn't

[RBW] Re: FS: Low Trail customized Hunqapillar size 58

Yeah. It seems I'll have to disassemble it and post the frame and parts for sale separately. There was some interest in the past for the frame alone, so perhaps that is the best route. René On Sunday, October 18, 2015, BenG wrote: > I would LOVE your pewter Hunqapillar,

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

I run Adidas Terrex Solo for the extra foot support and rubber toe. -- 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] A couple of Sackville questions

As part of a build of a Rawland Nordavinden, I installed a Nitto M-18 rack. I just ordered a Small Sackville TrunkSack for that, seemed like a way to get ~3L of capacity without having to make annoying choices about the Rawland's cockpit (I'm currently set up with interrupter levers, and like

Re: [RBW] A couple of Sackville questions

I've used the VO loops and they work well; they're better than the original Cyclos, certainly. OTOH, I've very often simply strapped bags to the rails of my Flites with excellent results. You do have to conscientiously pull the straps tight, though. On Sun, Oct 18, 2015 at 7:35 AM, Rod Holland

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

For my feet, it's Merrill Proterra Sports On Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 8:49:56 PM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > What's a good choice for functional cycling shoes for flat pedals that > look like cycling shoes (not like oxfords or Birkenstocks)? > > Asking for a friend. > > Eric N >

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

Merrell makes a bunch of flat bottom shoes , but I honestly do not know what "looks like" cycling shoes as they can look like most anything these days . Look at their casual line , like the Freewheel, Rant and Roust of which there are multiple versions of each model. Enter code here...

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

To be honest, I just wear my old running shoes. They're comfortable, already broken in, and I can walk in 'em once I arrive. Some might complain that the soles are not very stiff, but I've never found that to be a problem. Kevin On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 8:47:39 AM UTC-4, Dave Brandt

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

My take on the stiff shoe thing is if you "need" a stiff shoe for biking your foot's too weak. Get a stronger foot not a shoe that will weaken your foot further. Grin. And for clarity sake, the Zems are not stiff at all. You can roll them up in a ball. zero cushioning or support and they are

[RBW] Re: A couple of Sackville questions

They are fantastic in all weather, any length of ride. I've done bikepacking trips that were multi-day rain settled in for the long haul. I don't bag things, just stuffing them in. Here's the details of how they work in my experience: -- TrunkSacks: some minimal water will seem in at the

[RBW] EBDJ

I'm in the third week of a month long "test" of the low carb high fat eating plan (consistent with "Eat Bacon Don't Jog.") Some observations: I have consistent high quality level of energy - no more more big fluctuations based on meals. Soreness and achiness are greatly reduced even though I

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

Eric Cycling shoes have a lot of different looks. What aspect of "look like cycling shoes" are you (or your friend) looking for? Velcro closures? Bold graphics? When we google

[RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

510 are great! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Flat pedal shoes

Ha! Was just gifted a pair of those: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/21639152933/ BTW, Brad C has a pair of size 9 that are looking for a new home (in comments at above link). On Sun, Oct 18, 2015 at 9:22 AM, Clayton.sf wrote: > 510 are great! > > -- > You

[RBW] Re: FS: Low Trail customized Hunqapillar size 58

I would LOVE your pewter Hunqapillar, but I could only trade for it, which would be a defeat on your quiver quest. It's a perfect fit to my bike wants, though. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this