Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

I’m glad to see I wasn’t alone in my reaction to this frame! Tom thats excellent info about the drum brake service, i need to get some of that grease. Anyone have a picture of the ‘D Rack’? I have exchanged emails with Mike Flanigan about the bike actually, he confirmed it was an early one of

[RBW] Re: Experimental MIT Atlantis Build

Are the chainstays long enough to allow use of all 9 cassette cogs with each chainting, without cross-chaining becoming an issue? -- 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] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

Should've made a better decision the first time swapping stems, cost for the third stem are on you not the style :p. I feel like the reach on my roadini is a little long with a 100mm stem. I'm reluctant to swap at the moment because of the hassle involved. Threadless I would've already done

[RBW] Re: Feeler. FS. AHH 61 cm MUSA

Yes, if that's your setup I can see why you'd be interested in a 63. What's your saddle height as pictured? Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 11:58:05 AM UTC-8, Jamo. wrote: > > A picture > https://imgur.com/a/GUNYcNX > > Noong Miyerkules, Nobyembre 7, 2018 ng

[RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

Wow! What a great bike. I love ANT bikes and Mike seems like such a great guy. He was a visionary leaving IF to start ANT. He doesn’t get the credit he deserves for the shift away from racing to practical bikes. Happy riding! Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

My buddy owns this one . Crazy how dialed in it is. Also crazy this was almost 11 years ago. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 10:30:56 AM UTC-8, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > Or, just leaf through Mike's

[RBW] Re: Experimental MIT Atlantis Build

the dia-compe drop v levers are better quality than the tektro/cane creeks, though far from perfect. i'd love to find a way to use a better lever without a travel agent also. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

"He doesn’t get the credit he deserves for the shift away from racing to practical bikes." No he doesn't. Every mainstream bike maker has a "townie" with IGH, pullback bars, fenders and a rack now. Things were very different in 2001 and "townie" wasn't a word. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Experimental MIT Atlantis Build

Same question. I'm running canti pull brake levers on my MIT Atlantis with V-brakes, which requires a Travel Agent. I tried out the Tektro V-brake levers and they are hot garbage. If the Bombshell brakes work with standard levers, that would great! On Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 10:35:19 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

I must say that this 1 cm difference in length (9 to 10) makes a surprisingly big difference in comfort, despite the weight penalty (10 grams exactly). I'll have to just live with the weight for the sake of comfort, but that's very Rivendellian-ish-ianesque, right? And the bar is now 1/4" below

[RBW] Looking for Carradice Cadet or similar, small saddlebag, black, please.

Whatcha' got? Thanks, Patrick -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, New Mexico, Etats Unis d'Amerique

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

Tony! Thanks for sending me on a walk through the past, I know have photos somewhere of lock-up ANT's w/ those racks. Here's one that I bet this is one Mike's (it's on a Seven), likely belonged to someone involved in the local industry (Merlin/Seven/I.F.):

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

I like threadless mainly because of the removable faceplate. I change out handlebars and stems way too frequently, so a removable faceplate saves a lot of bar tape unwrapping/rewrapping. Other reasons for threadless are: (a) more rigid connection with steerer tube, which I like but others may

[RBW] Another take on beausage

I'm riding a lot lately. I'm seriously anxious about being a quality ride-leader for the El Cerrito High School Mountain Bike Racing Team, and the first official team practice for the new season is Sunday (11/11/19). Trying to get in shape enough to begin training, I've been riding a lot. My

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

There's a big difference between fiddling and fretting. I do fretting. True about reach for quill stems. More weight on the threadless side of the equation. Or perhaps this: I swapped out stems more times with the Matthews *because* it was so easy to do with a threadless system. I recall "putting

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

Tony, That's a great score and takes me back to the early 2000's when I was living in Cambridge / Somerville -- Mike's work was hugely influential on me in my nascent bike-nerd years. This bike still epitomizes everything a BOB-ish townie should be. I'm still searching for this white whale!

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

Such a beautiful bike. I wanted on so bad in the early 2000s. Still do!! Brynnar Indy -- 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] Surprise New Bike Day

Or, just leaf through Mike's flickr -- starting from the back of the book! https://www.flickr.com/photos/antbikemike/page51 On 11/7/18, Joe Bunik wrote: > Tony! Thanks for sending me on a walk through the past, I know have > photos somewhere of lock-up ANT's w/ those racks. > > Here's one that

[RBW] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

Patrick, Did you really type this: "And given my antipathy to fiddling"? Seriously? I read your posts precisely because they include all kinds of fiddling (off the top of my head: tire pressure, tire sealant [various kinds]; custom cassettes, varying the Q-factor, etc.) But to your main

[RBW] Re: Experimental MIT Atlantis Build

are you using long pull levers, or do those bombshells function as mini-v's? -- 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] Surprise New Bike Day

ANT predated (and inspired!) individuals like Kogswell while anticipating the "bespoke" hand-built craze of the last decade. As influential of a bike as the Ibis Scorcher. And -- to bring it back on-topic -- Quickbeam!!! On 11/7/18, sameness wrote: > My buddy owns this one >

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

Ooh, that's the one I modeled my ANT Roadster on. I probably shouldn't have sold that bike! https://photos.app.goo.gl/PtdU43Re739B9Mji6 -- 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] Re: Feeler. FS. AHH 61 cm MUSA

A picture https://imgur.com/a/GUNYcNX Noong Miyerkules, Nobyembre 7, 2018 ng 12:09:19 PM UTC-5, si Jamo. ay sumulat: > > Considering trying to get a 63 in exchange for this my 61cm MUSA AHH. I'd > consider selling complete, or frame, fork, and headset (or somewhere > in-between). > > SRAM

[RBW] Fall bosque ride

Nice 18-mile dirt trail ride just now; perfect fall weather. Each season has its own beauty, but one element of each season's beauty is the quality of the light; I daresay the differences are more noticeable at 5K+ feet. The new (1 cm longer, 10 instead of 9) stem felt very good. A wee, tiny bit

[RBW] Re: Whoah! 1 x 12?????

Come on Man, catch up! Rotor has a 1x13 with its hydraulic drivetrain https://road.cc/content/tech-news/244867-video-first-look-rotor-1x13-all-you-need-know-about-rotors-latest-hydraulic Btw, Sram has had 12 speed for what a year and Campy introduce 12 speed mechanical this year. The best

[RBW] FOUND. Thanks. [Looking for Carradice Cadet or similar, small saddlebag, black, please.]

On Wed, Nov 7, 2018 at 1:38 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Whatcha' got? > > Thanks, Patrick > > -- > Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. > By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. > Other professional writing services. > http://www.resumespecialties.com/ > Patrick

Re: [RBW] Re: Whoah! 1 x 12?????

I saw that SRAM has 11sp bar end shifters. Kind of attracted to them, for my upcoming Fitz. Torn between black and red pseudo modern parts and timeless 9sp Silver/gray DuraAce and XTR. I’ve got some of each, and they’d both look great in the planned bike. On topic: yeah, I ain’t getting a

[RBW] Re: Whoah! 1 x 12?????

Wow!I just looked at some Rotor stuff. Pro only or people with way, way, way, high cycling priorities! Very interesting and very lightweight groupset, though. They showed the guts of the brifters and looks so delicate like you could snap it off the handle bars with a mild palm strike. -- You

[RBW] Re: Carradice style saddlebag advice for 51cm Roadini?

Thanks for another option. What size is the bike? Not very much room even with that tall support. Aesthetically I like the bagman sport better... On Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 2:18:12 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Here's another approach, it's a Carradice rack called Classic. It sits

[RBW] Bump: Price: FS feeler 61cm Toyo Atlantis Frame/ custom fork

Hey group, I’ve been thinkin of trying out a long- wheeled bike, either MIT Atlantis or Joe App. but need to sell a bike to do so. I have a 61 Toyo Atlantis that I had disc tabs put on and it has a custom Clockwork disc fork. Paint is clear coat over steel on the fork. It can clear a 2.4

[RBW] Re: FS: Big Guy Wool stuff, SWRVE knickers

green and purple ibex tees sold! On Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 4:19:46 PM UTC-8, Zack wrote: > > Selling some random stuff: > > SWRVE winter knickers regular trim fit size 38 (note these fit smaller > than 38s) $45 > SWRVE blk label regular trim fit size 38 (also fit smaller than 38) $40 >

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

Here is a good looking threadless stem: https://store.somafab.com/nilust.html -- 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: Whoah! 1 x 12?????

LOL. And here I thought I was living dangerously on the cutting edge with my 10 speed cassette. But the person who reviewed the 13 setup is an idiot: *There’s been a lot of talk about single ring transmissions in road riding over the last few weeks. We’ve seen the launch of the new 3T Strada Due

Re: [RBW] Re: Carradice style saddlebag advice for 51cm Roadini?

I wanted a QR transverse saddlebag for my Matthews, which has very tall, 29.6" tires (622 X 60). Even though the frame is the equivalent in road frame size-ology of a 58 to 60, even a Nelson dragged on the rear tire with any load. A Junior would work, but that is rather small. The solution was

[RBW] Bump: Price: FS feeler 61cm Toyo Atlantis Frame/ custom fork

Hey mike, On mobile but can you PM me? I’ll take it if available 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] Whoah! 1 x 12?????

The industry has gone to 12 now? They have a 1 x 12 on an Atlantis. Far out!. I also wonder if, with the existing 11 and 12 cogset setups if you are tied in to a certain manufacturer, component-wise, like with indexing. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Whoah! 1 x 12?????

I guess cross-chaining was a myth! -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: Whoah! 1 x 12?????

Agreed, 10 seems like the a great choice for 1x's right now. 11 and 12 speed are more expensive and possibly less reliable, and almost certainly are going to continue to be moving targets. 8 and 9 speed are simple and will be around forever, but the mechs are not really designed for wide-range

Re: [RBW] Re: Whoah! 1 x 12?????

Bought a park chain whip today. Package states can be used for 12 speed... -- 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: Carradice style saddlebag advice for 51cm Roadini?

Daniel, Salsa calls the bike "55cm", but it's a 51cm seattube, 700c wheels, same as your Roadini. -- 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: Carradice style saddlebag advice for 51cm Roadini?

I uh no. Racks add weight. Might be better at this point in getting one of those Sackville saddle bags (not banana) that are wide and flat. -- 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] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

I get the best of both worlds on about half my bikes by using a threadless stem and stem riser. The stem is threadless and has a removable faceplate so I can swap the stem without stripping the bars. It's attached to a riser that's essentially a threaded quill stem without the extension. A

[RBW] PSA Riv Custom for sale

Ugh, I tried but I guess they have to accept my "join the group" first which reminds me I hate Facebook. Do you know what town the bike is in? -- 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: Feeler. FS. AHH 61 cm MUSA

Here is my current saddle height at ~80cm https://imgur.com/a/VcN5Ry9 On Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 3:58:51 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Yes, if that's your setup I can see why you'd be interested in a 63. > What's your saddle height as pictured? > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

That's not too bad, I admit, but I have also to admit that I rather yearn for the pure, cold, distant beauty of a cold-forged Nitto Pearl. Can't they do that in a threadless format? Frankly, while I have no quarrel with lugs, lugs *as such* don't rock my boat, and I rather think that ornate lugs

[RBW] FS: Dirt drop setup, brake/shifter bits

-Soma portola bars on Nitto 8cm dirt drop stem with 2 rolls of fancy riv cotton tape- bars have some tape residue, stem is great, tape is new- 110$ shipped (100$ shipped if you don’t want the tape) -shimano quick release inline brake adjusters- Full disclosure: I found these too fiddly and

[RBW] Re: Fall bosque ride

40 KB's never enough!, your public demands larger files for a detailed peek. -Kai BKNY On Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 5:44:44 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Nice 18-mile dirt trail ride just now; perfect fall weather. Each season > has its own beauty, but one element of each season's

[RBW] PSA Riv Custom for sale

A head’s up for folks that might be interested. There’s a 51cm Riv Custom for sale in the Bikepacking Swap Meet group on Facebook. The pics are gorgeous. I don’t know how to link to it. ...and no, I don’t have any affiliation with the seller, I just thought I’d pass it along in case anyone

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

I had a three speed Robin Hood that came off the curbs of Boston! My friend was moving out here, the bike got put out next to his uhaul, and he threw it inside. His wife was not amused, and I inherited it. I tuned it up, threw my back out riding it up Fountaingrove, and gave it to a friend for

Re: [RBW] Re: Whoah! 1 x 12?????

My 1x8 11-40 works well. I own a 12sp Sunrace cassette that I impulse bought and regret. I would sell it. 1x10 is a sweet spot I think in terms of gear spacing. 2x10 really allows a wealth of gears that may almost be too rich. It has me reconsidering 2x8. -J -- You received this message

[RBW] PSA Riv Custom for sale

Grand Rapids, Michigan. I checked Craigslist for the area, but I didn’t see it. I can try to share it to the FB version of this group, but I don’t know if it will be allowed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: For Sale: VO Thumb shifter Mounts

Bumping these shifter mounts. I'm going to change my price to $60.00 shipped CONUS to remove the uncertainty to the buyer of what their part of shipping might entail. Shipping from my southwest Missouri to the coastal states can be kind of pricey; especially since I always ship to forum

Re: [RBW] A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

Ethan and his bike look great together. LOVE the honey colored saddle and matching cork grips. It must have been pretty satisfying to him to do the final shellac. Classy bike for a classy kid! Awesome story about the boy biking to school with a broken, and now, fixed bike. The Benefactor

Re: [RBW] A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

Leah, The threshold of something good is always smaller than thought, and the consequences seldom a barrier! These are vignettes of how to model our behavior, on and regarding bikes as well as elsewhere. This storyline has done much to become the illustration for the idea. Andy Cheatham

[RBW] Re: Experimental MIT Atlantis Build

James, Thank you for sharing this unique drivetrain. And, the leaves on the grip tape are cool as heck. Doug > > -- 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

[RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

No not a Riv but so close in philosophy and execution I think any discussion would be in topic. First the good part, the pictures; https://photos.app.goo.gl/BL8E5H1gM4CMsYd88 I was righteously and innocently making a dropoff of excess but good bike parts to my local Co-Op yesterday with ZERO

Re: [RBW] A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

Thank you, thank you, Leah (and Benefactor)! Shoji Arlington MA On Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 9:09:59 AM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote: > > Leah, The threshold of something good is always smaller than thought, and > the consequences seldom a barrier! > > These are vignettes of how to model our

[RBW] Re: Surprise New Bike Day

I came across a used ANT bike in a similar way a couple of years ago. I passed because it had one-piece cranks (!). This one looks very nice! I have had a bike for the last 8 years with a front drum brake. You need to keep them greased 1x month or so. If they start making any noise or if they

Re: [RBW] Feeler: FS 61 Toyo Atlantis Frame/ custom fork

For how many dollars? Thanks, Sky in new west > On Nov 7, 2018, at 7:01 AM, Michael Williams > wrote: > > Hey group, I’ve been thinkin of trying out a long- wheeled bike, either MIT > Atlantis or Joe App. but need to sell a bike to do so. I have a 61 Toyo > Atlantis that I had disc tabs

[RBW] Feeler: FS 61 Toyo Atlantis Frame/ custom fork

Hey group, I’ve been thinkin of trying out a long- wheeled bike, either MIT Atlantis or Joe App. but need to sell a bike to do so. I have a 61 Toyo Atlantis that I had disc tabs put on and it has a custom Clockwork disc fork. Paint is clear coat over steel on the fork. It can clear a 2.4

Re: [RBW] Feeler: FS 61 Toyo Atlantis Frame/ custom fork

Pictures? -- 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] Surprise New Bike Day

That's a nice bike, Tony! You might want to check with Mike Flanigan, he's building ANTs again and used to do a really cool D Rack which would look great on your roadster. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

I just set up my first threadless bike. Late to the game, i know. At first i couldnt really believe that the fork comes off when the stem is removed, but once i got over that, it does seem somewhat simpler... especially if you know about where you want your bars. I still think i prefer

[RBW] Feeler. FS. AHH 61 cm MUSA

Considering trying to get a 63 in exchange for this my 61cm MUSA AHH. I'd consider selling complete, or frame, fork, and headset (or somewhere in-between). SRAM brake levers 9 speed 11-32 rear cassette Silver friction shifters CRMA(?) noodle bars Profile Design stem Blue Dyad Velocity rims -

[RBW] Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

One man's experience and opinion. Over the 2 1/2 years since delivery I've been adjusting the reach and height of the bar on my custom Matthews, which has a threadless steerer. I've done the same on very many bikes with threaded steerers. Which type is easier? On most frames I purchase, I know

[RBW] Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

Another cool thing about threadless is that Nitto makes a lugged stem for threadless setups. -- 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