Re: [RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
That rack/basket setup has Hill Bubba written all over it. Dont know if its his or not. I would think hed be out on the Appaloosa these days. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] WTT 27.2 NITTO SEATPOST for 26.8 NITTO SEATPOST

2016-03-19 Thread southernaut
I have a 27.2 NITTO DYNAMIC 626 CRYSTAL FELLOW series seatpost (long 300cm) that I would like to *TRADE* for a 26.8 NITTO S83 seatpost. I also have a couple NITTO stems: 90 Dynamic, 90 Technomic (tall) and 110 lengths if that is of interest as trade as well (or sell!) thanks, southernaut --

[RBW] Wheel not centered?

2016-03-19 Thread Guil Felix
I would agree with the others on checking the dish of the wheel, one thing that I have seen a few times is that a bent axle will skew a wheel wierdly in the frame. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Wheel not centered?

2016-03-19 Thread Chris Chen
The wheel should be centered, definitely. Re-dish it? On Fri, Mar 18, 2016 at 4:53 PM, Zack wrote: > Hey All - > > Question for ya. > > I have a 64 cm canti Sam, I switched tires to Rock n Roads, and I don't > have enough clearance between the chainstays. Plenty of room

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread Lynne Fitz
hi Drew, see my posting above... (saddle I could sell) -- 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

Re: [RBW] CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

2016-03-19 Thread Steven Sweedler
I had a frame powder coated without color pigment and had plenty of rust underneath. I also had a color powdercoated frame with rust underneath the top tube, it was redone after cleaning it up and a zinc primer was used. So far seems fine. Steve On Friday, March 18, 2016, masmojo

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread James Warren
But it's only good on Rivs of orange color in California! This one would make me 3 for 3 in that color. The other two:Orange QB from Walnut Creek to RedlandsOrange Hillborne (my own that I sold to the buyer in San Luis Obispo)Will Hugh add to this orange trend?These bikes really class up the roof

[RBW] Re: Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread Michael Hechmer
Cecily, I am very happy to read that you are riding again. Yea! I'm not a chica worrior but my wife, Patricia is. She has tried many saddles. Probably dislikes the Terry & B17 the least. Her complaint was not about her buns but the lady parts. I was especially motivated to help her solve

[RBW] Correspondence Card Interest?

2016-03-19 Thread William R.
Sounds good Patrick. I would get a set. Your daughter is a great artist. I hope the final drawing won't be too far off from that. It's got Riv character and style! Bill in Westchester, NY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: T.O.M. How'd your Rambouillet turn out?

2016-03-19 Thread T.O.M.
Wow, I'm honored that you're asking! I don't know how well this will go over with the "group"? You all being more of the beausage variety and me not so much! I do have a Surly Disc Trucker for that kind of stuff though..

Re: [RBW] Exciting news from Velo Lumino: we now carry SP dynamo hubs

2016-03-19 Thread Anton Tutter
Same here. I can tell anytime my lights are on with the Shimano hubs. I can't tell with the SP series 8 (or the Schmidt) hubs. I can't wait to try a SV-9. Anton velolumino.com On Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 8:42:37 PM UTC-4, Avery Wilson wrote: > > Overwhelmingly positive endorsement from

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

2016-03-19 Thread David Banzer
My eyes were bigger than my actual clearances with fenders. These tires: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/t108.htm Selling a pair of Continental Speed Rides. Ridden about 50 miles or so. $45 shipped USPS Priority mail. Paypal Personal payment preferred, or cover PP fees. Thanks, David Chicago

[RBW] Re: Unofficial Bike to Work Day

2016-03-19 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I'm sorry to have missed the morning ride as I headed out of town for work... A week and a half of no bike commuting is a bummer! Glad to hear the metro stoppage didn't mix up any of you all! Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
There is an orabge 58 with the owner's email posten under item 3 in the last post of mine. Maybe he'd sell. A friendly email will give you the answer. http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2008/cc486-forrestmeyer0508.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] FS: Smith Optics riding glasses

2016-03-19 Thread Tim Gavin
Tim- Could you please measure the width of the sunglasses (temple-to-temple)? I have a very large head (size 7 7/8 hat) and only the wider-framed sunglasses fit me. You could PM me the response. Thanks, Tim On Wed, Mar 16, 2016 at 12:29 PM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch <

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com
Lots of burners on that stove, might as well heat them all up! On Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 2:02:54 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Remember I have another pan in the fire. And David there you go again > spending my money for me. Fortunately, you don't have my bank account # :^) > On Mar

[RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

2016-03-19 Thread Belopsky
100% if I am good w the price On Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 11:20:54 AM UTC-4, allenmichael wrote: > > Would anyone else be interested in a under-the-radar, > clear-coat-over-steel, with no decals? > > Michael Allen > > On Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 7:04:52 AM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: >> >> do

Re: [RBW] Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread Anne Paulson
If your "sensitive areas" hurt after riding, consider one of the saddles with a split so that sensitive areas don't touch the saddle. I don't ride Brooks saddles for that reason. Brooks saddles work very well for a lot of riders, but for me, they are impossible. On Wed, Mar 16, 2016 at 2:51 PM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey stay outta my wallet ;^) On Mar 16, 2016 7:49 PM, "Pondero" wrote: > I can picture Hugh riding that gorgeous Orange Ram...what a great > image...and I really enjoy spending his money. > > Chris Johnson > Sanger, Texas > > -- > You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: FS:nitto stuff, acorn bag, filson jacket, woolrich, odds & ends, free stuff.

2016-03-19 Thread Dave Redmon
Apologies for not conducting this sale discussion off list. I've learned my lesson, I think. Dave Redmon On Mar 17, 2016 5:12 PM, "EGNolan" wrote: > This has devolved into the worst sale I've witnessed on this forum, Dave, > please kindly pay the $80 & move on. You should

[RBW] Wikipedia illustration from "bicycle bell"

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
Indubitably a Saluki. -- 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: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Don Compton
Great bike. Thanks for posting On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 1:11:25 PM UTC-7, mike goldman wrote: > > was white an option instead of green > > Places You'll See > 30 Stunning Pictures from the Newest, Biggest, Baddest Cruise Ship in

[RBW] Handlebar 'clicking' with shim

2016-03-19 Thread Zed Martinez
Just to pick the minds of y'all wonderful people. I'm trying Bosco regulars on my Clem after a rough winter of strong headwinds proving the albastaches and my wrists weren't getting along when used on the Clem. I already had a 100mm Technomic Deluxe around I'd use with the albas on a different

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread cyclotourist
Aren't you sorry you asked now! Hugh, that is perfect! Campy triple, Brooks, Nitto... wow! On Wed, Mar 16, 2016 at 6:45 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Amazing at codependancy :) > you guys are amazing > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Large Riv Romulus on Washington, DC Craigslist...

2016-03-19 Thread Elisabeth Sherwood
Fantastic, Justin. Let us know how it goes! -- Liz W.D.C. On Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 3:50:07 PM UTC-4, Justin Schoop wrote: > > I've talked to the owner and plan on checking it out this coming weekend. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Joe Appa 35 miler ride report: Thumbs up!

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
Capital front loading!!! -- 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] T.O.M. How'd your Rambouillet turn out?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
Just wondering how it turned out and if you have any pics. Searched the forum but didn't see anything. -- 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: Handlebar 'clicking' with shim

2016-03-19 Thread David Banzer
Hi Zed, Not what you're asking, but I'd get a 25.4mm stem. I really don't care for shimming handlebars and would rather get the appropriate clamp size stem. I think folks' use the Loctite trick for sleeved bars, which a shimmed Bosco would be similar to. David Chicago On Friday, March 18,

[RBW] CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

2016-03-19 Thread Joe Bernard
I think blasted is how Brompton does their bare steel frames, and yes, it's kinda boring. -- 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: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread mikel66...@juno.com
was white an option instead of green Places You'll See 30 Stunning Pictures from the Newest, Biggest, Baddest Cruise Ship in the ... http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/56ec60e6580e760e65768st03duc -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] WTB: backabike bags

2016-03-19 Thread Bill Lindsay
"Anybody have any clues when riv might have more in stock?" I emailed Spencer who is the ordering and receiving guy from the RBW email directory. I asked him when backabike bags will be back in stock, and he replied that they will be back in stock in 6-8 weeks Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
On the pro side of the ledger I'll keep that in mind over the weekend while I'm at the RSR in Redlands. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Mar 17, 2016 at 11:16 PM, Lungimsam

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
Maybe you could just order one from RBW like people can order Bombas and Legolii and Wilburys. -- 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: Unofficial Bike to Work Day

2016-03-19 Thread islaysteve
Nice photo, Erl! Glad to hear that he bar swap is working out for you. Steve -- 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: T.O.M. How'd your Rambouillet turn out?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
Wow! I'm thinking it will make it onto the Blug or on their instagram when they have it there. Keep us posted. Looking forward to seeing it built up. Sounds great. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Correspondence Card Interest?

2016-03-19 Thread Anton Tutter
How does one "jot a quick note" without a keyboard? I'm confused. Anton On Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 3:19:09 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Do you wish for a simple way to connect with people through actual > handwriting? I'm gauging folks' interest in purchasing correspondence >

[RBW] Re: what bolts?

2016-03-19 Thread Will
These... http://www.urbanbiketech.com/product-p/pitstopper.htm On Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 11:49:34 PM UTC-6, Patrick D Kelly wrote: > > I've got a joe appaloosa on order. I'd like to try out securing my seat > post and saddle with bolts from http://www.bicyclebolts.com/. Anybody > know

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread cyclotourist
Sell that off to help subsidize! On Wed, Mar 16, 2016 at 7:30 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Well I just need a F/F as I already have a Campy group for it. Its a > beauty though. > On Mar 16, 2016 7:25 PM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > >> Aren't you sorry

[RBW] Re: CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

2016-03-19 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
As someone who once had a shop called the Iron Fish Trading Co. I sold a lot of metal stuff in my day, and a lot of it was rusty and/or bare, which added to the allure. I would agree with most here that it can be a cool look, but in the end, paint is, and really should be, part of a bicycle

[RBW] Can anyone suggest a good LBS in Spokane WA? particularly one that sells used bikes

2016-03-19 Thread RoadieRyan
Hi Group My big bro has just moved from Seattle to Spokane and now is in position to bike to work, in Seattle I can think of a number of places that sell used bikes that I would trust but I don't know Spokane so any suggestions on either: A) just a good LBS for tune up, upgrades, sound advice

Re: [RBW] Hypothetical Tire Situation: Supple v. Volume.

2016-03-19 Thread Tim Gavin
I would try the Stampede Pass tires first, since you already know how the larger Paselas ride. On Fri, Mar 18, 2016 at 10:08 AM, David Banzer wrote: > Hypothetical tire situation. > Say you just fit Continental SpeedRide tires from Riv. You like the volume > but with fenders

Re: [RBW] Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

2016-03-19 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Hi Tony, I checked the stem-mount adapter-- it requires 1 5/8" on the [threaded] stem. That's a minimum amount, which would probably do fine on a dirt-drop-style stem. On a tallux-style stem, the forward extension could interfere with the mount, thus requiring one to raise the stem a little

Re: [RBW] Exciting news from Velo Lumino: we now carry SP dynamo hubs

2016-03-19 Thread Avery Wilson
Overwhelmingly positive endorsement from me as well. Switched from a shimano dynamo hub that had obvious resistance when turned on (vibration through handlebar) and then just quit working within 100 miles. The SP is light-years better than shimano. Seriously can't even tell when it's on, so I

Re: [RBW] Re: CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

2016-03-19 Thread Tim Gavin
The frame of my Schwinn KOM had numerous scratches and chips, and some were starting to rust seriously. So, after adding some rack and fender eyelets, I had it bead-blasted and powder coated clear (with a little sparkle) this winter.

[RBW] Re: need help finding a custom quill stem maker?

2016-03-19 Thread Philip Kim
thx everyone. looks like i'm going with Joel at Clockwork Bikes. He's made a fork for me which I was very happy with, and he was able to source parts for a quill stem. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Handlebar 'clicking' with shim

2016-03-19 Thread Philip Kim
I agree with David. Whenever I went to 26.0 to 25.4 using a shim, it hasn't had the best results. But I would probably use loctite over grease. On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 1:48:17 PM UTC-4, Zed Martinez wrote: > > David, I know. And someday, maybe. Next time the cables need replacing. > Put a

[RBW] Re: Handlebar 'clicking' with shim

2016-03-19 Thread Zed Martinez
David, I know. And someday, maybe. Next time the cables need replacing. Put a lot of money on the card switching over to the Bosco cockpit as was (and a month before my wedding, at that) just to keep things copacetic since it's my daily commuter. Good stems aren't entirely cheap or easy to

[RBW] Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread Cecily Walker
Now that I'm riding my bike more (thanks, knee surgery!) I've noticed that my Brooks B67S saddle isn't as comfortable as it used to be. Maybe it's because I need to toughen up my tuchus more, but I can barely ride to work comfortably, and it only takes me about 15 minutes to get to work on

Re: [RBW] New Derailleur suggestions, old derailleur questions

2016-03-19 Thread Patrick Moore
Drew: regarding chain drag: Is you chain set up to proper length? One good test is to place the chain on big/big and still have enough slack that the derailleur cage is not pulled tight. Remove any more chain than is needed for this. Next, is the B screw that tightens the entire derailleur body

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Evan E.
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/5494438043.html Must. Be. Strong. Must. Resist. -- 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: FS:nitto stuff, acorn bag, filson jacket, woolrich, odds & ends, free stuff.

2016-03-19 Thread Bill Lindsay
Jim Bronson Your screenshot is a screenshot of gmail. If you only look at RBW Group traffic via Gmail, then you don't have the option to reply privately. If you want to have that ability, you need to switch to looking at this board as a message board. Use google groups to look at this

[RBW] CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

2016-03-19 Thread Grant @ Rivendell
I am not fluent here and tried to respond to other comments about it, then gave up and thought I could do it here & this way...wondering all the while whether this is what "thread thwacking" is. Anyway, this isn't the last word on it, just our experience and observations. It looks best and

[RBW] Re: Joe Appa 35 miler ride report: Thumbs up!

2016-03-19 Thread Ryan Fleming
Nice...it seems like you don't dislike the chocos. I'm getting the normals and I'm dying to try them out...I plan to flip them down as you have. I suspect the Appaloosa will make a dandy touring bike toolove that mustard colour! On Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 3:31:35 PM UTC-5, Bill

[RBW] WTB Velo Orange Campagne

2016-03-19 Thread Frank Conway
I've been lusting after the GB25's but come to accept that I should spend the money updating some of the other stuff on my newly acquired Heron. As such, I decided to take the cheaper road and see if anyone has a used VO Campagne (I'd also be interested in the decaleur as well) that they are

[RBW] Powdercoating recommendations

2016-03-19 Thread Michael Hechmer
Somewhat off topic but I do need advice. In prepping our tandem for next weeks trip to the Outer Banks of NC I discovered significant paint damage & visible rust on the underside of the frame. We have loved everything about this frame except the paint job. Last Fall I looked into returning

[RBW] Re: Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread Liesl
Hey Cecily! Good to hear from you! I too haven't posted in a long while and barely kept up with my list reading. But when I see a call out to Riv Chicas, I gotta do my part! I echoe all the comments about tilt of saddle, height of saddle, and bar position. All quite subtle. I might add that

[RBW] Exciting news from Velo Lumino: we now carry SP dynamo hubs

2016-03-19 Thread Anton Tutter
I'm excited to announce that Velo Lumino is expanding their product offerings in integrated lighting solutions. We are now selling the entire line of SP dynamo hubs. These are turning into fantastic little hubs. I now have two for personal use, one on my Bike Friday with 20" wheels, and one on

[RBW] Re: Unofficial Bike to Work Day

2016-03-19 Thread p g
Erl, I just saw the pic. Nice bike and I hear you on the bars. Not there yet myself but, as my wife keeps on telling me, the glass is halfway full not halfway empty. Enjoy your bike and the experiences you are having on it! Your place of work is around my house so if you are coming up from

[RBW] Re: need help finding a custom quill stem maker?

2016-03-19 Thread Philip Kim
Yes, I've seen these. Almost looks like they bent the metal and welded it at the bottom of the fold? The reach is a bit too long, and I've heard lukewarm reviews, mostly aesthetically positive, but not much in quality. Thanks Matt for the recommendation, Winter might be too expensive, but I

[RBW] Re: New Derailleur suggestions, old derailleur questions

2016-03-19 Thread drew
I don't care much about period. That's the original derailler not by choice, but more by ignorance. I went ahead and bought the deore from riv and will put the Altus on the trek -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread WETH
I think lots of folks are streaming the NCAA tournament games and slowing down the internets! :) On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 1:13:14 PM UTC-4, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Is it my ISP or the cyclofiend pages loading super slow? > > ~Hugh > > “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you

[RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
Here is one version: http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2005/cc062-joecollins1205.html Here is t'other: http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2008/cc486-forrestmeyer0508.html One looks more like knight armour-like. One looks more swooshy/modern. I like both. The swooshy one is very clean and mellow looking.

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
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. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: choco-moose versus bullmoose

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
Sounds like a fun ride! Upright is cool for the easy looking around! What's the story behind the front brake cable hanger? I don't usually see them there. But looks really nice! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Any good wheel builders in DC metro?

2016-03-19 Thread Kevin Lindsey
Jeff - I live in Alexandria and have had three or four wheels built by Bill Mould, who can be found most days at the "Spokes, Etc." shop on Quaker Lane (703-820-2200). The stuff he's built for me has been excellent, and his prices are very reasonable; I've never had spokes adjusted by him, but

[RBW] Unofficial Bike to Work Day

2016-03-19 Thread islaysteve
Since Metro is, on rather short notice, shut down system-wide for at least 24 hours, today is an unofficial and perhaps rare Bike to Work Day. There are already tweets in the Post about it. I wish all of our local list members good luck, no matter what means of transportation you use today.

[RBW] Powdercoating recommendations

2016-03-19 Thread Howard Hatten
Michael. I had a frame & fork done by this company in Michigan. http://www.exoticcoatings.com They did a very good job protecting all the threaded surfaces. Color selection was enormous. Seems like you should be able to find somebody closer to home. Found this company through the local bike

Re: [RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
Except for tge computer and bell, that is one seriously Rivved out build. But being that the wheels are up it may not be good for the kickstand plate per drew's post. Maybe the wind rocked it up.: https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!searchin/rbw-owners-bunch/Plate/rbw-owners-bunch/-buxFCp8ffo

Re: [RBW] WTB: backabike bags

2016-03-19 Thread Patrick Kelly
Awesome Thanks Bill! On Thu, Mar 17, 2016 at 7:29 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > "Anybody have any clues when riv might have more in stock?" > > I emailed Spencer who is the ordering and receiving guy from the RBW email > directory. I asked him when backabike bags will be back

[RBW] Re: Can anyone suggest a good LBS in Spokane WA? particularly one that sells used bikes

2016-03-19 Thread John Speare
Used bikes: Cup of Cool Water or Bicycle Butler. LBS: many good shops -- good people. But shops here tend to be fairly performance oriented and focused on big 3 brands -- we really need a solid commuter/family (think Free Range Bikes or C) shop here. In any case, good LBS recommendation

[RBW] Re: Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread Linda G
My theory (supported by some reading I've done) is that the muscles in the butt build up from riding, making for less soreness over the "sit bones" with time. I have a B17S on my Rivish bike and have found it to be comfortable from the start for the sit bones but I had to get the tilt and

[RBW] The next Velo Lumino product: rear fender reinforcement plate

2016-03-19 Thread Anton Tutter
Velo Lumino is expanding into the "fender installation widget" space. The first of several widgets in this category is a reinforcement plate inspired by the old French constructeurs. It reduces fender stress fatigue at a common failure location by reducing localized stress risers. And it looks

[RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Bill Lindsay
"Bummer Dude!" as the kids used to say. :-) Seriously though, since 58cm orange Ram's catch my eye and tempt me as much or more than just about anything, I will say that they seem to come up pretty often. I can't name an exact date, but I distinctly recall being tempted by a 58cm orange ram

[RBW] CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

2016-03-19 Thread Joe Bernard
I should have guessed a list member would have a bare-steel Brompton. If it makes you feel any better, some dude on a car forum recently said my FIAT Abarth is ugly. He was wrong, too! ;) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Remember I have another pan in the fire. And David there you go again spending my money for me. Fortunately, you don't have my bank account # :^) On Mar 17, 2016 1:59 PM, "cyclotour...@gmail.com" wrote: > I think Hugh has to make this happen... too many planets

[RBW] WTT: 170mm Sugino XD2 for 170mm Specialized Flag or Suntour XC cranks

2016-03-19 Thread Sofia Torres
I have Sugino XD2 170mm crank arms that I'd like to trade for something a little more vintage mtb-y. I'm looking for the Specialized Flag cranks or Suntour XC (Comp, Pro) Ideally no longer than 170mm. Must be silver, 170mm. Running a single ring, so don't care if it's a double or triple.

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Crystal Fellow 28.6 x 250mm Seatpost

2016-03-19 Thread comveo
That is correct, Bill. Slip of the digits. 26.8mm it is. Thanks for catching that! -Bryan On Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 1:08:42 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I'm just guessing, but I think that your title might have a typo. Could > it be that your seatpost is actually a 26.8mm? > >

[RBW] Re: Wikipedia illustration from "bicycle bell"

2016-03-19 Thread Ryan Fleming
A Saluki On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 11:28:59 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bicycle_bell#/media/File:Stem_and_Bell_II.jpg > > Name that frame? I can't read the decal, but those lugs certainly seem > familiar. The stem, too. > > Courtesy of YKH. > > -- >

[RBW] Re: Handlebar 'clicking' with shim

2016-03-19 Thread Ron Mc
I have two bikes with Technomic stems - they both creak when I stand on them -- 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 Derailleur suggestions, old derailleur questions

2016-03-19 Thread JohnS
Hello Drew, Maybe the problem isn't the derailleur, but the triple crank? Ask you wife if she ever uses the big chain ring. If she isn't then maybe removing the granny and switching the other two chain rings might be a better solution. Maybe replacing the 52 with a 44 or 46 and the middle

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread James Warren
Orange one with the original lugs fits 33 mm Jack Browns no problem. I might try Barlow Pass's on my mine, but I haven't tried that yet. No need though, because I love how it rides with Jack Brown Greens. On Mar 18, 2016, at 5:21 PM, 'Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > ya know

[RBW] Re: Unofficial Bike to Work Day

2016-03-19 Thread Ryan Thompson
Good luck Er. l I decided to Telework instead of making my normal commute into DC. I think the afternoon commute on the roads will be much worse than this morning. One bonus is I don't have to listen the the metro roar by my house for 24 hours. Ryan -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Powdercoating recommendations

2016-03-19 Thread Steven Sweedler
Michael, I have used Race Metalsmiths in White River Jct. Vt. and have been very plesed with their work. He was the one who used the zinc primer for a problem area. Also builds frames so is very familiar with bicycles. Steve Plymouth, N. H. On Saturday, March 19, 2016, Michael Hechmer

[RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread Ron Mc
those fenders are drop-dead gorgeous On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 8:22:33 AM UTC-5, Lungimsam wrote: > > Here is one version: > http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2005/cc062-joecollins1205.html > > Here is t'other: > http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2008/cc486-forrestmeyer0508.html > > > -- You received

[RBW] Re: Unofficial Bike to Work Day

2016-03-19 Thread WETH
P G, Home is in Kensington, so I commute north of the Cathedral on Wisconsin and Connecticut Avenues. It could have been me on the Crescent trail as my Atlantis had drop bars until last week. We will have to plan a ride at some point. Erl On Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 3:28:03 PM UTC-4, p g

[RBW] Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
It also appears some Rambouillets had the cutout drop out, some didnt -- 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: Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread John Phillips
Hi Cecily, Just a thought, but what tires are you riding? My wife thought her Brooks B67s was too hard until I switched her Betty Foy over to a pair of 26" Compass Bicycles' tires. The same worked for me on my Hunqapillar. After I put on a pair of Barlow Pass tires, my favorite saddle is

Re: [RBW] Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread Lungimsam
I suggest you proofhide it. Leave it on overnight, polish it off with a towel in the morning. I had a sprung Brooks flyer saddle that was great outta the box. Started hurting my left sit bone after 500 miles or so. I proofhided it, especially focussing on the side that hurt. Stopped hurting me

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Are you saying you have a roadeo in my size? One that's ruff around the edges? To be clear I just want a frame & fork as I have the parts already. And yeah I checked Alexcycles unfortunately none in my size. On Mar 16, 2016 12:03 PM, "Lungimsam" wrote: > If munny isn't an

Re: [RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread Joe Bernard
Huh. I totally missed that both wheels are elevated! -- 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: Handlebar 'clicking' with shim

2016-03-19 Thread Bill Lindsay
If it were me, the first thing I would do is make sure the Nitto Shims are not touching each other. The nitto 25.4 to 26.0 shims are two half-circles. There's a tiny gap between them. Try to have them set up such that it is a tiny half-gap on both sides. The second thing I would do is make

[RBW] FS: Smith Optics riding glasses

2016-03-19 Thread 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch
Some of the best riding glasses I've ever had. Smith Optics with interchangeable lenses. Dark, clear and rose. I always had trouble with my Tifosi lenses staying in after a few changes. The Smith system is really nice. I have the hard case and the cleaning bag. Since my detached retina and

Re: [RBW] Re: FS:nitto stuff, acorn bag, filson jacket, woolrich, odds & ends, free stuff.

2016-03-19 Thread bo richardson
it took me hours of frustration to learn i could not PM to a poster from my ipad. i had to go fire up the linux machine for that one simple transaction. bo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] FS: Smith Optics riding glasses

2016-03-19 Thread Tim Gavin
Ok, they sound wide enough for my melon. email me at timgavin (at) hotmail (dot) com. On Thu, Mar 17, 2016 at 2:08 PM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Hi Tim. Sorry for the delay, I've been working nights. Also I use Apple > products so I can't see your

[RBW] Re: T.O.M. How'd your Rambouillet turn out?

2016-03-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
That's some nice pin striping. Looking forward to the build. I think we tolerate "Beausage" but we like shiny new things too! ~Hugh On Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 2:05:51 PM UTC-7, T.O.M. wrote: > > Wow, I'm honored that you're asking! I don't know how well this will go > over with the

[RBW] Re: need help finding a custom quill stem maker?

2016-03-19 Thread David Banzer
Nice. Joel's on my short list if I ever decide to get a custom. David Chicago On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 2:26:51 PM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > thx everyone. looks like i'm going with Joel at Clockwork Bikes. He's made > a fork for me which I was very happy with, and he was able to source

[RBW] Re: MIESHA HAS LEFT RIVENDELL

2016-03-19 Thread murphyjrfk
This post seems to be sticking around. So I might as well add to it...back in 2010...maybe 2009 whatever...I was hit pretty hard by the "Great Recession" and at Christmas time things were really tight. So it was just a kids kind of deal. I had always admired/loved Riv but could never afford

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yup. This one I have seen and a beauty too. I reached out and asked whether he was interested in selling just the F/F/HS but he wants to sell it as a complete, which I completely understand. At the moment I'm reluctant to buy as a whole and sell off the parts. It's a hassle. Thanks for the heads

Re: [RBW] Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

2016-03-19 Thread Joe Bernard
I'll second Frederick's advice. "Fine for years" tells me you've worn through its usefulness. The discomfort you describe is exactly my experience on cushy plastic saddles that are supposed to be "comfortable": 15 minutes is all I can do before they turn unbearable. I think your Brooks has hit

Re: [RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Also found on Saluki On Fri, Mar 18, 2016 at 5:02 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Definitely like a AHH lug. Beautiful! > > > > > > >

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