[RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

HI Ted: the chainline on the QB is 42, from what I've read, the chain line on a PW freewheel track hub is 46. So, yeah, I guess that's what I'm confusingly asking. Would there be any clearance issues w/ a 46 chain line and going up larger on either the chain ring or cog as? Sorry, just

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

We have run the compass 45mm tires - I forget the name - for the past year, without undue problems. We ride a mixture of dirt and paved roads but pretty much all rural. We did have two flats, in quick succession. They are very comfortable and roll well. Michael On Tuesday, February 21,

[RBW] Re: PSA: (pricey?) 54cm Quickbeam on eBay

Congrats! And I agree Chris, if you want it then why loose it over a few hundred bucks. Enjoy! -- 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: Riv Road Stnd-56cm-complete bike

John, thanks for the interest. Hopefully you'll find one in your size. Steve, thanks for your kind words. All the best, Erl -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar 650B impressions

Thanks for posting!! What is the Stand-over as shown in the photos? I'm currently riding a bike that is close to being a 26" version of the 650B Hunq but it's 33 years old and I'm probably going to want to replace it someday and the new Hunq is the most obvious choice. On Tuesday,

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Road Stnd-56cm-complete bike

that is a very unique bike...I do love the paint job. Funny, actually 56cm is the size of my Riv roadbut one road bike is enough. Good luck with the sale On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 7:26:58 AM UTC-6, WETH wrote: > > John, thanks for the interest. Hopefully you'll find one in your

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 53cm Roadeo

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[RBW] Re: PSA: (pricey?) 54cm Quickbeam on eBay

Enjoy it. It looks like it has seen little use. On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 8:32:25 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Well I will step forward and admit I bought this bike. I had already been > watching it when this thread started and later had an offer in when it was > being

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

A buddy will be giving me a very nice condition Sugino 75 track crankset. Being tempted w/ this I might as well upgrade other items on the drive train a get a Phil hub. With that a Phil BB would be ordered to get the adjustment to keep the 1/8" chain straight to somewhat straight. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

The good news is that unless you're running 25c or narrower tires on a tandem there is no reason to use such high pressures. On our first tandem we used 32s and 35s at about 80-90 psi. On our second we run 650b x 42 Hetres at 60-65 psi. On the HHH we anticipate 55+ and 45 psi. Tandem

[RBW] Re: FS: February Parts Purge (continued)

Are the indented items the ones still available? Or versa-vicey? If the Funky Monkey's are still available what size & color? Thanks, -Jack K. On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 1:15:27 PM UTC-5, Coconutbill wrote: > > Hi folks, I accidentally deleted the last thread. > > Here's what's left:

[RBW] Re: Rivendell tandem builds

I'm wondering if this might be the bicycle to try out Jones h-bar? Swept back - very wide grip. Could be ideal. On Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 4:13:18 PM UTC-6, Jim S. wrote: > > Hi all, > > I was wondering if any prospective Rivendell tandem owners would be > willing to share what they were

[RBW] Re: [BOB] School biking programs: looking for information

What you're likely talking about is some sort of Safe Routes to Schools program. We have a school police officer in our district that runs the program. I think it is federally funded. Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology *“Blazing

[RBW] Soma Cazaderos vs 700c AHH

Is anyone running Cazaderos on their 700c Homer? I'm wondering if they would fit in there on my Atlas rims, w/o fenders of course. If not, I'd like to find another good pavement-to-dirt-road tire if anyone has a suggestion. I already have Clement MSO's & WTB Nano's on my list of possibles,

[RBW] Soma Cazaderos vs 700c AHH

While I can't answer your question directly, I can offer a data point: on my 2010 Waterford Homer I have run 700cx41 Surly Knard tires under SKS P50 fenders without a problem, so I would be reasonably certain that the Cazaderos would fit sans-fenders. I currently running Soma Supple Vitesse 42s

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar 650B impressions

Chris, standover is about 82cm. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Soma Cazaderos vs 700c AHH

I forgot to add that my AHH frame was made late 2014 / early 2015. Thanks, John On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 12:31:08 PM UTC-8, John wrote: > > Is anyone running Cazaderos on their 700c Homer? > > I'm wondering if they would fit in there on my Atlas rims, w/o fenders of > course. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Thanks to all for your feedback. I still feel inclined to go with the standard Compass tires, as I haven't had any problems with MTB compass tires compared to the previous Schwalbe tires and love their suppleness. We'll see... wonder if a wider less supple tire somehow offsets their lesser

[RBW] Re: How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have?

Thanks! Unfortunately, it's not even close to enough rise. On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 1:36:51 PM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have? What is the > vertical distance from the point where the stem exits the headset (assuming >

[RBW] How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have?

Joe is correct Chris. By placing a straight edge across the ends of the bar, there is at least a full centimeter of rise from the center of the bar. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Soma Cazaderos vs 700c AHH

Snippet from email conversation with Dave at RBW last year: Folks have put 45 knobbie Smart Sams on Homers with the Paul Centerpull > brakes. With the standard sidepulls you can put a 45 easy. 50s have maybe > 1cm clearance. Stick with 45s. > Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received

[RBW] FS: 52cm Bosco bar

Hi is this still available? -- 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] How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have?

Chris, you'll likely get a little more at the ends, too. When I had that bar mounted, it didn't sit flat like your illustration indicates. It was more like if you rotated a riser mountain bar forward to where the grips were higher than the riser curve. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar 650B impressions

Had the exact same trouble with my Atlantis. Roman immediately sent a 27.0 Nitto seatpost at no charge. I just got my Atlantis a couple weeks ago. I wonder if our bikes were part of the same batch ... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Joe review on the BLUG

An excellent review indeed by a knowledgeable, experienced cyclist who most definitely "gets it." -Marc On Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 6:47:20 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > Most excellent review of the Joe on the BLUG. A guy with long term bike > experience pops for a Joe after reading one

[RBW] How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have?

How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have? What is the vertical distance from the point where the stem exits the headset (assuming it's at max height) and the tops of the bar where you grip? I'm trying to figure out if it has enough rise for my bike. This illustration may

Re: [Ext] [RBW] Glorius and Wilbury

Your builds are eclectic , not weird. I admire them a lot. Don't let anyone tell you differently On Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 9:43:32 PM UTC-6, Pudge wrote: > > I have a (weirdly built) Wilbury. I can post some pics later. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Feb 16, 2017, at 8:57 PM, Richard

[RBW] FS: February Parts Purge (continued)

Hi folks, I accidentally deleted the last thread. Here's what's left: > Here's what's left > > Brooks B-17 (black) $60 > Carsick designs handlebar barrel bag - $50 > IRD Thumbies (SIlver Shifters) - $75 > > Moby Ringle Easton Seatpost (long) 27.2 $70 > > Paul Funky Munky Front & Rear Cable

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

On a single speed, would a 4mm offset cause a greater tendancy to derail? On my my SS set up (vertical drop outs) I used a cassette hub and adjusted the spacers on the hub until the chain didn't want to derail itself. It is a multispeed chain and there's a Surly tensioner, but even with the

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

As I recall, Grant suggested using a stick to shift at the front. --Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.CampyOnly.com Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com @Campyonlyguy > On Feb 22, 2017, at 5:13 PM, Reed Kennedy wrote: > > Will's Hunq doesn't have any derailleurs, only a Paul Melvin chain

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

The only problems I have every had with chains coming off on a SS or fixed gear bicycle happened when using a multi-speed cog. In retrospect, I should have realized that multi-speed cogs are *designed* to derail. SS/fixed cogs have taller teeth that lack ramps, all of which helps keep the chain

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

The cog-to-cog distance, center of cogs, for 10 speed is 4 mm (3.95 mm), so I think that even with a flexible chain, but with a single speed cog, you'd be fine, unless perhaps the chain was very loose. Even the cog center to cog center distance for a "typical 5 speed", per Sheldon, is only 5.5 mm.

[RBW] Re: FS: Blue 61 Rambouillet

Is this still available? On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 5:49:22 PM UTC-8, Jonathan Thomas wrote: > > Hi everyone - I'm selling my blue 61 Ram. I bought it from Pedal > Revolution in San Francisco in 2015 for $2150. I've since replaced plenty > of parts - new cassette, chain, center

Re: [RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Kai, what rear rack are you using the Yep on? -- 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] FS:

Prices don't include shipping. Nitto Mark’s Rack - $100 Sackville TrunkSack Small - Olive - $90 Nitto Bottle Cage - $25 Pictures https://goo.gl/photos/V6KNZgBjpBTcBB4fA Thank you. Steve Minnesota -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Joe App 55cm Butternut New In Box!

Hi Marc, PM sent. Let me know if you don't get it. Thanks, Chris -- 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: 52cm Bosco bar

If it is, at this point Beth should consider lowering the price. Suggestion: When replying to a 3-year-old FS post, use the Reply privately to author feature. That way, you don't move a dead thread to the front of the line. Not sure if it was here or iBob, but this has happened several times

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

Yep. He was going to include a stick with that bike that originally wasn't going to come with a front derailer. My very vague memory is that bike sorta never got made, then sorta came back as the Appaloosa with front derailer. But I could be wrong about that timeline. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

Wally, You said your friend is supplying a sugino 75 crankset, and mentioned 1/8" chain. Though regular road chains, rings and cogs are fairly forgiving with respect to chain line (as others have noted), 1/8" track stuff can be more finicky. I have an 1/8" sugino ring and a 1/8" euro asia cog

[RBW] Rivendell e-bike (conversion)

Boo Hi -- 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: Tires for HHH tandem

I e-mailed Compass Cycles and Gave highly recommended the 650b 48mm Switchback Hill with the regular casing and said they know a number of heavy tandem riders who've used them with no issues at all. So I placed my order. Will report once everything is built and ridden. Can't wait. On Wed, Feb 22,

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

Thanks Reed. To my untrained eye I mistook the chain tensioner for a derailer. -- 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: Joe App 55cm Butternut New In Box!

Buyer backed out so this bike is available. I have a new Riv incoming so I'd like to move this along. Stock, in the box, never assembled 55cm butternut Joe Appaloosa. The stock saddle and stock pedals are not included but I will include a new pair (in the box, never installed) of Thin

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Joe App 55cm Butternut New In Box!

Chris, I would like to purchase the Joe Appaloosa if it remains available. Just let me know. Thanks, Marc. On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:23 PM, Christopher Murray wrote: Buyer backed out so this bike is available. I have a new Riv incoming so I'd like

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Joe App 55cm Butternut New In Box!

Well that worked out for you! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Revelate Designs bags

The bags have sold. On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 6:29:20 PM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > > > > >

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

Can anyone explain the rear derailer on Will's Hunqapillar? -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

Will's Hunq doesn't have any derailleurs, only a Paul Melvin chain tensioner: https://paulcomp.com/shop/components/melvin-chain-tensioner/ The text says: "I kick it up and down in the front when I need to shift. It's easier to shift down than up, but it's doable both ways." Which I take to mean

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

I think my quasi motos were more like 50mm on Synergy rims. They are 53mm on these wide rims. -- 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: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

I'm using a Tubus with a Yepp brand mount bolted to the top. It's not elegant but it works. -Kai Brooklyn NY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar 650B impressions

I can tell you that Riv is super about customer service and going above and beyond whoever is in the right (or wrong). Nice bike, glad you like it and tale had a happy ending. It does suck when the seatpost is too loose On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 11:11:49 PM UTC-6, twowheeledtexan wrote:

[RBW] Re: FS: 700c 32hole Grey anodized H+Son TB14 rims laced to Suzue Classica Hubs (freewheel)

Pics https://goo.gl/photos/LXWid9K5hMR8GRus9 On Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 1:34:40 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > Photos of wheelset on my VO Rando - 32mm pasela tires - > https://goo.gl/photos/uPSje5uQ4faSGUQY7 > > On Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 9:04:16 AM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: >> >> Nice

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Joe App 55cm Butternut New In Box!

Happily it did Joe. Butternut had been my first choice. Sometimes things just work out. -Marc On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 11:22:48 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Well that worked out for you! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

Hey Wally- Can I ask where you read that the chainline on the Phil hub was 42mm on the fixed side and 46mm on the freewheel side? I've been working on flip-flop hubs for a long time, I even had Phil one for a while (not on the QB, on my erstwhile Salsa Casseroll), and I've never heard that

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Using them on road exclusively or on trails? Did you ask that Rene? I'm sure they will roll great. I'll be curious to hear how they hold up on bumpy and rutted trails. Those HHH tandems will make really fun trail bikes. Ray Vallejo. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: FS Jannd Expedition rear rack

The Jannd rack is sold On Sunday, February 19, 2017 at 3:51:56 PM UTC-8, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > Jannd Expedition rear rack in great condition with a few minor paint > chips. Holds 75 pounds. Includes rear light. $50 plus shipping CONUS > > Bruce in San Diego > -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: FS- Nitto, VO, Sugino, MAFAC & more + PDX SWAP alert 2/25

WHAT"S LEFT: -Nitto R bottle cage- VG condition $40 > -Tektro Interruptors- mounted but ridden little, VG condition $15 > -Shimano Exage caliper brakes- mid-reach, VG condition, w/ pads $15 > -Surly track hub set- fixed / free single speed, flip flop rear, good > condition $30/set > -Mafac

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

One other bit of info on tandem tires. You will burn thru them faster than you expect. We use 120psi on our roadie and only get about 800 miles out of a rear, often the issue is sidewall tesr but ask your stoker what they think of s pothole blowout. After a few cycles we went with the front

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

Wally, If I understand your question correctly, you're thinking about moving the chain outward to match the chainline of the Phil hub, by using a front chainring in the outer position instead of the middle position that Quickbeams used orginally? That 'might' work fine, but it's not the

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

If you’re running a road (multi speed) chain on your QB, this is all moot anyway. Road chains are designed to work at a variety of angles as you shift from on cog to another and one chainring to another. There is perhaps a theoretical increase in efficiency from having a chain running

[RBW] How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have?

Chris, I get 130mm for that measurement. Ray Vallejo CA -- 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] School biking programs: looking for information

Has anyone had any experience in all the various work required in establishing these? Working with a big city public school administration; analyzing needs; devising bike to school programs of any sort -- bike to school, bike training, bike "roadeos," what to expect with a sprawling district of