Re: [RBW] Re: Not MUSA but Very Riv

2018-11-17 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Unobtainium. Perhaps Mewantium. -- 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: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

2018-11-17 Thread 'Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch
My blue 56cm is serial number - AH0273 I did NOT buy it from the original owner but two years ago, probably from the third owner. Can I assume that mine is also a Toyo build? And, what year might it have been made? David Lipsky Berkeley, CA On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 10:27:46 AM UTC-8,

[RBW] Re: Stein's 'Hypercracker' Tool and Riv Dropouts

2018-11-17 Thread John Rinker
Yes, of course! Makes total sense. Thanks. On Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 3:32:52 AM UTC+5:45, MTR wrote: > > you can also brace the stein tool on the inside dropout, within the > triangle > > On Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 11:29:49 PM UTC-8, John Rinker wrote: >> >> Good afternoon, >> >>

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Riv Wooly Warm jersey size XL

2018-11-17 Thread Steve Butcher
Thanks for the bump, Howard! I have one person inquire, but she determined the dimensions were not correct for her. It's still available. -Steve On Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 11:46:27 AM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > [image: 20181115_105645.jpg] > > [image: 20181115_105629.jpg] > Hi

[RBW] Appaloosa vs road bike - (pointless) 19 mile commute time comparison

2018-11-17 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
On the few occations I’ve timed my ride and then compared times between Quickbeam and Hunqabeam, they are nearly the same (within a minute for a 70 minute climb). The Quickbeam is faster on the roads, Hunqabeam faster on the trails. The difference is 2-3 minutes, whch then gets made up or lost

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Bruce Baker
I jus had him measure from the center of the crank to the top of seat tube 54.34 cm On Sat, Nov 17, 2018 at 10:01 AM Keith Weaver wrote: > The craigslist post says the frame size is 54 cm. Is that not correct? I > have a 79 cm PBH, I would assume the 52 cm size would be better for me than > a

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Fullylugged
This is a 52 with 26" wheels and is still set up the way it was sold as a complete bike by Rivendell. I have the same bike, only with lots of beausage and miles. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Fullylugged
by the way, the bike was about $2,200 new, set up this way, so it's a super price for a very clean bike. -- 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] Appaloosa vs road bike - (pointless) 19 mile commute time comparison

2018-11-17 Thread Fullylugged
When I've helped riders find a more comfortable position, they have gained speed, despite losing a little aerodynamic efficiency. I have an upright Rambouillet with mustache bars high up and a drop bar waterford in lightweight tubing. Both bikes have 1 1/2" tires. I am about 1 1/2 mph faster on

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-17 Thread Bruce Baker
Did not buy it. I was looking for riv with a slightly smaller frame than my 56cm Sam. Turns out the 54 hunq is alost identical in frame size as the 56 sam so I declined. The guys ebay name is tattoo.jesse. Good Luck!! On Fri, Nov 16, 2018 at 2:54 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Hey Bruce, PMed you.

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Keith Weaver
The craigslist post says the frame size is 54 cm. Is that not correct? I have a 79 cm PBH, I would assume the 52 cm size would be better for me than a 54 cm. I don't need another bike, but I have been looking at this one, it's pretty sweet. On Sat, Nov 17, 2018 at 3:52 AM Fullylugged wrote: >

[RBW] Appaloosa vs road bike - (pointless) 19 mile commute time comparison

2018-11-17 Thread Kevin Mulcahy
Its pretty cool to see your data verifies two similar bikes with the same tires on an uber-flat course will be about the same speed. Get those bikes pointed uphill and I’m sure we’d see a difference. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa vs road bike - (pointless) 19 mile commute time comparison

2018-11-17 Thread Patrick Moore
I have in the past been distressed* to notice that my times on at least many rides over similar hilly routes were as fast or almost so on the 30+-lb Fargo with Big Apple tires as on the 18 lb Riv fixed gofast. I put this down to the fact that while climbing on the fixie was considerably faster,

Re: [RBW] FS - Mustard yellow Clem Smith Jr - 52 H

2018-11-17 Thread Keith Weaver
I saw this listing a while back and while it's not quite the right bike for me, I just had to say hey to a fellow Ellensburger! I don't live there any more, but my parents do. I'll be visiting next week for Turkey Day, I love coming back to the Kittitas Valley. Best of luck in your sale, it's a

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Lum Gim Fong
I still don't get the head tube. Way taller than my 54. -- 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] Appaloosa vs road bike - (pointless) 19 mile commute time comparison

2018-11-17 Thread Joe Bernard
I think we'd all be surprised to learn how narrow the window is for our natural riding pace. A few pounds and a couple minutes doesn't mean much unless you're in France chasing a jersey. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

2018-11-17 Thread Lum Gim Fong
First two characters please. Thanks. -- 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] FS - Mustard yellow Clem Smith Jr - 52 H

2018-11-17 Thread Nels Sorenson
Any interest in a nice Mustard Clem Smith Jr located in the NW? I’m riding my Roadini much more and need to thin the herd. Link to CL: https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/rivendell-clem-smith-jr/6734655375.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: WTB or WTT: choco-moose

2018-11-17 Thread Howard Ramsay
cbone97 did you find the choco-moose bars you were seeking, please? On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 10:15:50 PM UTC-5, cbone97 wrote: > > will buy, trade, or some of both for your choco-moose. > > I have albas, dove bars, gripster and grip king pedals, a couple of neat > nitto mtb stems...lemme know

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB or WTT: choco-moose

2018-11-17 Thread Charlie
Hi Howard, I didn't - interested in any trades or still only the bull mooose. I have some albas, various stems, dirt drops, silver sidepull brakes (new), who knows what else. I still wouldn't mind having the choco's, so let me know what you think. Thanks! Charles On Sat, Nov 17, 2018 at 11:57

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Then the wheel size can’t be 26”. 26” came wit the 50cm and 52 cm only. 54cm has 700 wheels. Very different standover. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Bruce Baker Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2018 9:10 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Joe Bernard
The pics show 700c wheels. It's a 54. -- 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: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Ian A
Joe, In the link, the third photo shows a Panaracer 26 x 1.25" https://stockton.craigslist.org/bik/d/rambouillet-by-rivendell/6726114951.html Fullylugged must be right. IanA On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 1:00:19 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > The pics show 700c wheels. It's a 54. --

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Joe Bernard
Well I'll be danged, it sure does! I was sure I saw a 700 wheel last night, but I might be confusing Rambys. It's a 52, people! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Joe Bernard
Ah, there's a 54 elsewhere on this list. My bad! -- 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: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Lum Gim Fong
That is really wierd that the HT of this 52 is taller than a 54 HT . But that goes to show the mysteries of geometry. -- 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] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Ian A
Lum, It's because your 54cm uses 700c wheels and the 52cm uses 26" wheels. The smaller wheel diameter calls for a shorter fork and therefore longer HT. Ian On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 1:31:01 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > That is really wierd that the HT of this 52 is taller than a

Re: [RBW] Rosco Bebe in the BLUG

2018-11-17 Thread A. Douglas M.
My little guy is coming up on two. How old/large a child would be comfortable/safe on one of these? Aaron in ES MD -- 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] Re: Stein's 'Hypercracker' Tool and Riv Dropouts

2018-11-17 Thread MTR
you can also brace the stein tool on the inside dropout, within the triangle On Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 11:29:49 PM UTC-8, John Rinker wrote: > > Good afternoon, > > I'm wondering if anyone has experience with using the Stein 'hypercracker' > Shimano cassette remover on their Riv frames.

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

2018-11-17 Thread ctbiker
On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 1:27:46 PM UTC-5, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > First two characters please. Thanks. > My 63cm Toyo build was SN: AH0219 I bought it in March 2010 from its original owner Ray Lisbon, CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa vs road bike - (pointless) 19 mile commute time comparison

2018-11-17 Thread Justin, Oakland
I often think that there’s also a speed at which we feel comfortable. Like Xmph feels good so we naturally settle in around there +/- a small amount. Maybe this is cadence maybe it’s effort maybe it’s just internal equilibrium. The subconscious imcan be powerful -J -- You received this

[RBW] FS: 55cm Bridgestone MB-2 + Bruce Gordon HMF

2018-11-17 Thread Joe Bunik
https://www.flickr.com/photos/joe_bunik/albums/72157703630407114 Up for offer is a nice, largest-size 1989 MB-2 frame with a (NOS) Bruce Gordon "Rock 'N Road Expedition" 559 fork, and paired up with a BG HMF rack. These MB's are great climbers, and with the integrated front rack would make for an

[RBW] Re: WTB: 59-61 Roadeo

2018-11-17 Thread JohnS
On Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at 12:14:51 PM UTC-4, Dave Grossman wrote: > > > Interested in potentially getting a Roadeo. Im an 89.5 PBH so I am at the > top of the 59 and in the 61 range. If anyone has one they are looking to > move let me know. Could be a good time for both of us!

[RBW] Rosco Bebe in the BLUG

2018-11-17 Thread iamkeith
Are we sure it's not an attachment point for a Burly trailer or something? I don't think i would trust a kickstand while loading a child in a seat, and understood that to be the main benefit of a front-carry seat. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Ian: Good eye. I am more sure now that the tire size is visible that it is a 52 and suspect the ST measurement is in error. Perhaps they measured the DT instead. In any case: Advertised as a 56, measured as a 54 and evidence shows a 52. I wouldn’t buy this without actually seeing it in

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Bruce Herbitter
It looks exactly like my 52. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Lum Gim Fong Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2018 2:31 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete" That is really wierd that the HT of this 52 is taller than a 54 HT . But that goes to show the

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Joe Bernard
It's the mysteries of a 26" wheel being WAY smaller than a 700. -- 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] FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-17 Thread Steven Sweedler
My Atlantis is for sale, frame is one size too big. https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/d/rivendell-atlantis-64-cm/6751701509.html I can answer any questions and/or provide more photos. Thanks, Steve -- Steven Sweedler Plymouth, New Hampshire -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

2018-11-17 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Ok Thanks -- 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: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-17 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Ah-ha! Thanks! -- 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] Appaloosa vs road bike - (pointless) 19 mile commute time comparison

2018-11-17 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Was it a mustard Joe? -- 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] FS - Mustard yellow Clem Smith Jr - 52 H

2018-11-17 Thread Doug H.
Is this the first generation Clem? 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 email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] BLUG S240 Post

2018-11-17 Thread Collin A
Will's Rosco step thru, I think. -- 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

Re: [RBW] FS - Mustard yellow Clem Smith Jr - 52 H

2018-11-17 Thread Nels Sorenson
Yes, I think it’s first generation, second run. -- 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] BLUG S240 Post

2018-11-17 Thread John Buglino
Unless I’m mistaken, it is the huge mountain step through ( sometimes referred to as mixtie) rosco bubbe. Riv did two or three small runs of these over the last couple of years. John in Jersey City -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] BLUG S240 Post

2018-11-17 Thread Patrick Moore
I sent an email to Will asking that but he didn't reply. (Humph.) I'd be interested to know; also, what tires those are. On Sat, Nov 17, 2018 at 6:28 PM Doug H. wrote: > Which bike is this? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa vs road bike - (pointless) 19 mile commute time comparison

2018-11-17 Thread Patrick Moore
In general, I entirely agree; except that I'd state it thus: one's physiology, riding habits, and bike choice lead one to become very comfortable and accustomed to certain torque and cadence combinations in given circumstances; again, +/- small differences. This is why, I think, I find anything

Re: [RBW] Re: Not MUSA but Very Riv

2018-11-17 Thread 'clayton bailey' via RBW Owners Bunch
Wow!  It’s so pretty, I’d run it, even if it was a horrible fit...and care less about its weight.朗 Thanks for the pictures and education. I guy I worked for in the nineties at Qranc, came up with the word IRIDIUM (I think that’s the word?) for Oakley. He said it was pure marketing BS, not a

Re: [RBW] BLUG S240 Post

2018-11-17 Thread Joe Bernard
You gotta be patient for Will emails. I don't think he checks them much after first clock-in, so for instance if you sent today he probably won't see it 'til Monday or Tuesday morning. Patience, grasshopper! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Rosco Bebe in the BLUG

2018-11-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
My 2 1/2 year old ~30lbs daughter still loves the yepp mini. She's tall enough that my 5'5" wife is no longer comfortable being able to negotiate the toddler helmet knocking her chin but for my 6' self it's not an issue. My daughter loves it, each seat has a weight limit/recommendation.

Re: [RBW] Rosco Bebe in the BLUG

2018-11-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Btw I use the yepp mini on our 52 Clementine, small HHH, 59 XO3 and recently a 57 ANT... The extra TT length promised by this new Riv frame would only makes riding with a front seat better. I definitely knock my knees a bit on the Clementine and xo3 particularly. Tony -- You received this

Re: [RBW] BLUG S240 Post

2018-11-17 Thread Justin, Oakland
Schwalbe G-ONE of some sort. -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 this group, send

Re: [RBW] BLUG S240 Post

2018-11-17 Thread Patrick Moore
Excellent combination. On Sat, Nov 17, 2018 at 8:48 PM Justin, Oakland wrote: > Schwalbe G-ONE of some sort. > > -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,