[RBW] Re: PSA: Canti-Rom on ebay

Yeah, only part that seems a bit vague. I try to find out head tube length from sellers, as that's a less subjective measurement than seat tube height. So then if the head tube is 145mm or whatever I can look on geo charts and determine the frame size from that. Presuming the HT measurement is

[RBW] Re: Geometry comparison, just for kicks

Being just for the heckuvit , add to your frames for comparison the 62cm Betty and Cheviot . I take it you are not interested in a step-thru(but there is no concern about dismounting offroad though!), but you can see how easy it is to increase reach and f-c by tweaking the angles and rake.

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

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] Sackville Jumbo Grabby

Anyone bought one yet and/or laid their hands on one whilst visiting RWHQ? Especially interested in a comparison to the GrabSack. I have a GrabSack and overall I like it; however I have a few issues/questions: First, on the GrabSack I don't feel good about how the lid meets the body. There's

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

The triplizer bolts are basically for inner chainring setup, like a 74 bcd ring, but come with spacers and nuts to mount the inner ring to triplizer ring. So, there only other purpose I can see is to mount the inner chainring on a triple crankset. David Chicago On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple into a wide range double

Single-speed chainring bolts exist off the shelf and work perfectly for bolting a single chainring to the spider. Franklyn On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 10:00:57 AM UTC-8, Ryan Ray wrote: > > I had a wide range double using the middle and inner positions of my crank > set up using bolts

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

I'm offering a year-end sale on Willow chainrings. Earlier this year I purchased Ted Durant's remaining stock of Willow chainrings and offered them for sale. The deal is 10 chainrings for $100 shipped. This includes triplizer rings. Order through my webstore at this link:

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

Got it. Thanks. On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 9:49:04 AM UTC-8, David Banzer wrote: > > The triplizer bolts are basically for inner chainring setup, like a 74 bcd > ring, but come with spacers and nuts to mount the inner ring to triplizer > ring. So, there only other purpose I can see is to

[RBW] Converting a triple into a wide range double

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] PSA: Canti-Rom on ebay

Interesting... wonder what size? 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

[RBW] Re: BG Rock n Roads with fenders

Dear Chad, The BG RnR tires don't grab sticks or larger things all that much--I use them without issue with Honjo H51s and the VO "Zeppelin" fender blades on rough-road and fire-road rides. They grab plenty of gravel of a certain size (all small enough to pass through the fender). However, if

[RBW] Re: Geometry comparison, just for kicks

Actually, I'm really attracted to the Cheviott. If it took a wider tire, I'd be all over it. You might have heard me describe it this way before, but I believe I actually ride a mixte as my main mountain bike - a Jones Spaceframe. For some reason, the Clementine - which would actually work -

[RBW] New to me Rambouillet, with photos

Most of you are probably familiar with the theft and eventual recovery of Mark Wilkins blue Rambouillet. During the time it was away on its own, he acquired an orange one. Once the blue one came home, he offered me the opportunity to take the orange bike off his hands. I went out today for a

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

Congratulations! The story gets better and better with each new chapter. Get the 559 brakes: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/brsbm59.htm I have these + jack browns + fenders on my Ram, and all is good. On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 11:02:29 AM UTC-7, Scott Loveless wrote: > > Most of

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

BTW, I saw Bone picked up an Ice Cream Truck yesterday. Am I the only one not getting a new bike for Christmas? On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 1:02:29 PM UTC-5, Scott Loveless wrote: > > Most of you are probably familiar with the theft and eventual recovery > of Mark Wilkins blue

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA 65cm Hilsen on CL

Have you tried TaskRabbit or a similar errand-running service? For a fee, they can pick up the bike and take it to a FedEx or UPS location for packing and shipping. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Dec 15, 2015, at 11:27 AM, David Banzer

[RBW] Re: Sackville Jumbo Grabby

Liesl I poked around at the Jumbo Grabby on my last visit to RBWHQ. I have a grabsack that I'm totally OK with, so it was just a few glances. Jumbo Grabby struck me as substantially more "refined". It's definitely bigger. I bet you'll love it, and you'll find a friend who will love your

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Hi, All, I just wanted to post a quick update on my husband's new Clem. You will remember that he was enamored with Specialized and its garish modern style and garish modern colors. You will be amused to know that he has been studying MY bike and wondering how to make his more like it. You

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA 65cm Hilsen on CL

I haven't tried that. Do you know if they help make payment to the seller? David Chicago On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 1:45:20 PM UTC-6, Eric Norris wrote: > > Have you tried TaskRabbit or a similar errand-running service? For a fee, > they can pick up the bike and take it to a FedEx or UPS

[RBW] Sunrace 'one at a time'

I was buying some parts locally, and saw that I could get Sunrace shifters for cheaper than on rivbike. One is good, friction and all. left-hand-side shifter mounted on the right pod for use on an albatross. The other is an index. Went and bought another shifter, but turns out thats a 3speed

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

Ardbeg Ram! I love it! Cheers, with abandon! Patrick On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 11:02:29 AM UTC-7, Scott Loveless wrote: > > Most of you are probably familiar with the theft and eventual recovery > of Mark Wilkins blue Rambouillet. > -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] PSA 65cm Hilsen on CL

Dayuuum! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 15, 2015, at 11:09 AM, Sky Coulter wrote: > > Seems like a super good price > > http://lascruces.craigslist.org/bik/5354825157.html > > -Sky in New West, BC > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: PSA 65cm Hilsen on CL

Anyone in Las Cruces who could help me get this bike? Seller is only selling locally. Thanks, David Chicago On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 1:09:15 PM UTC-6, Sky Coulter wrote: > > Seems like a super good price > > http://lascruces.craigslist.org/bik/5354825157.html > > -Sky in New West, BC >

[RBW] Re: BG Rock n Roads with fenders

I've been riding primarily RnR tires with the 52mm Velo Orange Zeppelin fenders pretty much since I got my Atlantis. Its been GREAT. I get the occasional rock kicked up and around the fender, but it's pretty uncommon really. I've ridden trails and two winters with no issue. I just recently

[RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

My understanding is that Riv worked with Sunrace to get the rear shifter as friction. Don't think you can get that anywhere else. The 'just buy from Riv' is obviously a good idea in this case with Riv-exclusive items. David Chicago On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 2:05:27 PM UTC-6, Belopsky

[RBW] PSA 65cm Hilsen on CL

Seems like a super good price http://lascruces.craigslist.org/bik/5354825157.html -Sky in New West, BC -- 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: New to me Rambouillet, with photos

Hmmm. I feel a ramble up to King's Gap in the future. Sweet! On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 1:02:29 PM UTC-5, Scott Loveless wrote: > > Most of you are probably familiar with the theft and eventual recovery > of Mark Wilkins blue Rambouillet. During the time it was away on its > own, he

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Just want to say - he is one lucky man. On 12/15/2015 11:33 AM, LeahFoy wrote: Hi, All, I just wanted to post a quick update on my husband's new Clem. You will remember that he was enamored with Specialized and its garish modern style and garish modern colors. You will be amused to know that

[RBW] Re: BG Rock n Roads with fenders

You can see the generous clearance in how I've set them up. Please excuse the poor fender lines in this photo...it has since been corrected. On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 1:54:53 PM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: > > I've been riding primarily RnR tires with the 52mm Velo Orange Zeppelin >

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

sorry - that's 539. Link is correct. On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 11:44:21 AM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > Congratulations! The story gets better and better with each new chapter. > Get the 559 brakes: > > http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/brsbm59.htm > > I have these + jack browns +

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple into a wide range double

other option is put a chain guard in place of the outer ring - they make nice ones for both 110 bcd and 130 bcd On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 12:16:12 PM UTC-6, franklyn wrote: > > Single-speed chainring bolts exist off the shelf and work perfectly for > bolting a single chainring to the

[RBW] Re: Advice on cycling in Japan

Hi Daniel Unfortunately I have spent only 5 days in Hokkaido, and 2 days in Shikoku, so I cannot help you much. There is an article about Hokkaido tour in Bicycle Quarterly 51. I haven't read it, but I assume it will help you. The following website has very good articles about Hokkaido tour:

[RBW] WTB: Nitto M12 or similar

Looking for a canti-mount mini front rack, if available, as a (only partially self-serving) birthday gift for my girlfriend. Anyone have something laying around? Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Paul thumbies on the inside and how?

Paul Thumbies are bases for shifters. You decide what shifter to put on there. If you choose to use friction shifters like Rivendell Silvers, there is no constraint. If you choose to use Shimano Barcons on your Paul Thumbies, and insist on using the indexed one for the rear, and prefer to

[RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

I wonder what kind you got off eBay? Can you send me a photo? The one that works well is what you said, ratcheting. It says M90 Friction on it. The other was definitely an index one for 9speed. I went ahead and placed an order for the other I needed from Riv, along with a few other bits. On

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto M12 or similar

i do have one on my atlantis but it needs to be switched out for a different one with two light mounts dont know if i can get it to you by christmas where are you located? On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 12:46:30 PM UTC-8, Zach Duval wrote: > > Looking for a canti-mount mini front rack, if

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

My blue Ram would take 35s (at least, marked so -- Kojaks) and fenders. On Tue, Dec 15, 2015 at 3:01 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote: > Welcome to the club. Beautiful bike, and in amazingly good condition for > its age. Jack Brown's are great tires but different vintages of Rams

[RBW] Nitto M12 or similar

Looking for a canti-mount mini front rack, if available, as a (only partially self-serving) birthday gift for my girlfriend. Anyone have something laying around? Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Leah, First of all, I'll agree with KC that you husband is one lucky man! The saddle tilt doesn't look bad to me, that's about the same as I have on my bike. Lots of guys like them tilted quite a bit. Of course it's all personal, so just help him get it adjusted to his liking. As far as

[RBW] Re: Geometry comparison, just for kicks

FWIW, I sense you don't really need another bike but for whatever reason only you know you feel compelled to buy what you do not really need. That is nothing personal . "Everyone should have 15 bikes" , or XX whatever . More more more , more is "better" . And yet , ask most anyone a

Re: [RBW] Re: BG Rock n Roads with fenders

Thanks for the feedback on Thunder Burts. I would not have expected them to be faster on pavement than the RNR's. I would like to try them on my Bombadil, but I'm nervous about spending $91 per tire and not have them fit. So far the RNR's have been pretty decent on pavement. They have a

Re: [RBW] Re: BG Rock n Roads with fenders

Thunder Burts can be found much cheaper than $91 each. You can get a pair shipped from Germany to the US for that price. I picked up a pair of 26 x 2.1 Liteskin Burts for my KOM, but I haven't re-assembled it after the

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Leah, if it's the stock seat post from the Clem (the Kalloy), adjusting the saddle tilt just requires loosening the bolt a bit more than you'd expect to. It'll loosen for sliding on the rails before it'll loosen enough to let the angle adjustments click over each other. The trick is not losing

[RBW] Re: BG Rock n Roads with fenders

Excellent timing, as I was wondering the same thing! I've been wanting to try these tires on my Sam for ages, and now that it appears Nor Cal may get a legit winter, seems like now is the time. Currently running Compass tires (Barlow Pass) with no fenders, and local dirt excursions are getting

[RBW] Paul thumbies on the inside and how?

ok, so im pretty sure this is possible, yet my mind is having trouble seeing the steps clearly when holding them in my hand. i want to mount paul thumbies on the inside without switching the front/rear derailleurs that the right and left hand traditionally control. is there a way? i feel like

[RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

At some point Grant said that the products that he/ Rivendell designed but where made by third parties were not Riv exclusives. That wasn't part of the deal- hence the availability of Grip King (Lambda) pedals, and Silver brakes (whatever Tektro calls'em), etc. I thought he said that would

[RBW] Re: WTB: Clem/Clementine Handlebar Grips

The grips are one of my favorite details of my Clementine. They were a bear to put on until I swished some rubbing alcohol around in them. I also poked a hole in the ends with an awl. I hope yours did not meet with some kind of tragedy. With the success VO has been having with the Rustines, it

Re: [RBW] Converting a triple into a wide range double

There are chainring bolts for 1, 2, and 3-ring combinations. Your LBS should stock them. On Tue, Dec 15, 2015 at 11:00 AM, Ryan Ray wrote: > 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Look Keo Plus Pedals, Lake winter shoes

Um, shoe size? Peter Adler where it's colder than witch-nipples today in Berkeley, CA/USA *thanks, El Niño* On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 2:05:58 PM UTC-8, bertin753 wrote: > > 2. Lake 3-bolt winter shoes, 2010 or 2011 model, worn 3 times, WITH cleats > AND cleat covers. $85 shipped CONUS.

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

My blue Ram "fits" Jack Browns and SKS Long Boards under Tektro 539s but I wasn't very comfortable with the tight spacing. I"ll go to smaller tires before I remount the fenders. On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 3:44:47 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > My blue Ram would take 35s (at least,

[RBW] Re: BG Rock n Roads with fenders

I also like TB better. Even the WTB Nanos are a great alternative as well. -- 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: Clem for my husband

Well, Leah, you knew this was not going to be a typical saga, right? Grin. Always a delight to read how your adventure into Rivendellianifying your hubbie, or at the least his steed, is progressing. Grin. It looks like you have a wee bit of rail to slide the saddle back if need be. Saddle tilt

[RBW] Re: WTB: Clem/Clementine Handlebar Grips

Bike shop tip, use an air compressor and a blow gun fitting. Shoot the air thru the hole you made in end and cover the other end of the handlebar with your hand. Shoot small amount if air in, just enough to cause the grip to expand, like a ballon, and slip it on. Do the same for the other

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

I do love that orange and cream color combo. David P. On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 10:02:29 AM UTC-8, Scott Loveless wrote: > > Most of you are probably familiar with the theft and eventual recovery > of Mark Wilkins blue Rambouillet. During the time it was away on its > own, he acquired

[RBW] Re: Paul thumbies on the inside and how?

shouldve been more specific. running shimano bar ends on thumbies, but all in friction mode. can i just swap thumbies to opposite/inside sides and then switch cables? i guess what im now asking is, can the intended front shifter pull enough cable to run the rear derailleur. i assume the

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Leah: First of all I've enjoyed following this story. It sounds like you're having a lot of fun with the project and he's certainly being treated right. While the "magic goes unnoticed" for now, my guess is it'll grow on him. He's probably never had anyone comment on his POJ (the acronym

[RBW] Re: Somebody get these guys some Sackvilles

First thing is chubbier tires! Wow! dougP On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 8:44:15 PM UTC-8, dstein wrote: > > http://imgur.com/TD5zst4 > > Shamelessly stollen from reddit.com/r/bicycletouring > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Geometry comparison, just for kicks

You're right - a 56 bombadil would work. Yet another opportunity I let slip by, while I was waiting for the Clem, was Bill's orange twin top tube frame that he sold - but those don't really have enough clearance anyway. A new, built-to-order one starts to get toward custom price territory,

[RBW] Re: Paul thumbies on the inside and how?

Great. Thanks for the help -- 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

[RBW] Somebody get these guys some Sackvilles

http://imgur.com/TD5zst4 Shamelessly stollen from reddit.com/r/bicycletouring -- 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] New to me Rambouillet, with photos

Is that the medium minnehaha saddle bag? I just ordered one during VO's 20% off sale (ends tonight I think). Bike looks great btw. Chris king, dura ace, and gum walls, the finer things in life! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Geometry comparison, just for kicks

A 56cm Bombadil may work for you , there are always used ones available somewhere . Or use it as rough template for a custom , like make the stays longer and have the tire clearance increased etc. and etc. Note a slacker 70.5 HT angle = more front-center/toe clearance .

[RBW] Re: St Louis Riv

Sam, Green Cheviot or Atlantis over in Clayton. Riding on Wydown, or through downtown Clayton. I'll keep an eye out when I'm in your neck of the woods. On Monday, December 14, 2015 at 5:36:53 PM UTC-6, Sam Coal-ier wrote: > > Nice Jim! I'm in Rock Hill. I see Rivs wandering around Kirkwood

[RBW] Re: Advice on cycling in Japan

The last year or two there have been at least three very detailed Japan tour journeys posted at crazyguyonabike.com . Definitely have a look if you have not already checked them out. Not sure if it is rider preference or indicative of Japan as whole, but frankly I was somewhat surprised that

[RBW] WTB: Nitto M-12 mini front rack and Alba bar cockpit pieces, a

Looking for a canti-mount mini front rack, if available, as a (only partially self-serving) birthday gift for my girlfriend. Anyone have something laying around? Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Sunrace 'one at a time'

The Sun Race shifters are not really index (at least not when used on a Riv.) They are ratcheting. I have them on 3 bikes, got'em off ebay. I like'em OK, the Silver Shifters work a little better IMHO, but it's questionable if they are enough better to justify double the cost!? -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: BG Rock n Roads with fenders

They are an ok all-rounder, but not great at any one thing in particular I find. They are very slow on pavement when compared to Thunder Burts. Pretty good on dirt trails/single track. The tread is overkill if you're just thinking pavement and gravel. On Tue, Dec 15, 2015 at 3:36 PM, Neil

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

Welcome to the club. Beautiful bike, and in amazingly good condition for its age. Jack Brown's are great tires but different vintages of Rams seem to have slightly different tire clearances. I couldn't run JBs and fenders, which if I remember GP once acknowledged. But not to worry. I run

[RBW] Re: Converting a triple into a wide range double

It's not so much the bolts as it is the spacers that need to match the single/double ring configuration. But yes, they are usually sold with the bolts as a set. KJ On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 1:00:57 PM UTC-5, Ryan Ray wrote: > > I had a wide range double using the middle and inner

[RBW] Re: WTB: Clem/Clementine Handlebar Grips

Thanks, David. I'm familiar with that one, but when no compressor is handy, the alcohol trick is kind of amazing--like the air, works in reverse, too. In fact, I got the things about a third of the way on and had to wedge something and pour a bit in there to first get them off again before

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Leah, No rules against matchy- match. Fun is the key goal! HIs saddle looks like it maybe a bit too much nose up.You can use the panels ( garage door???) in the back ground of the picture as a level bench mark and adjust the saddle slightly nose up to start and let him try it.Then I would ask

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone order a Joe?

Betty Foys also have an off diameter post. -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 an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: St Louis Riv

Sam Coal-ier, Green Cheviot or Atlantis over in Clayton. Riding on Wydown, or through downtown Clayton. I'll keep an eye out when I'm in your neck of the woods. On Friday, December 11, 2015 at 1:24:36 PM UTC-6, Sam Coal-ier wrote: > > Anybody on here own an Atlantis and teach in Webster

[RBW] Re: Paul thumbies on the inside and how?

Yes, you can do that. The two shifters have the same barrel diameter, and will both pull the same total amount of cable. A Right side Shimano barcon shifter, installed on the Left grip in the inside position on a Paul Thumbie, in friction mode, can be used to actuate your front derailer. A

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

Congratulations on your purchase. I had a Ram and loved it. Later I purchased a Roadeo and the two models are very similar. I really like the components on your bike. There's a certain common handling characteristic in all Riv models that I notice whenever I get to try a different model and

[RBW] WTB: Nitto M12 or similar

Got one on the way. Thanks to all who offered deals! -- 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

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

"It's also orange, which is the very best, and fastest, color." Rambouillet orange is the best Riv color yet. Fact! Congratulations! -- 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

[RBW] WTB: Clem/Clementine Handlebar Grips

It's the rubber grips only came with Clem/Clementine complete bikes. If you happen to have them for sale, please let me know. All the best, KayH -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop