Re: [RBW] Carrying groceries on your bike

2023-10-23 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
> unloaded. It wasn't horrible, it just felt rather vague and uninteresting > compared to so many other bikes available to me; so I sold it to someone > who really was glad to get it. > > On Wed, Oct 18, 2023 at 6:43 PM Coal Bee Rye Anne > wrote: > >> It’s bee

[RBW] Re: Kid's First Pedal Bike (Riv parent edition)

2023-11-16 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
We went from a 12" balance to 16" pedal and that transition worked out well with one caveat - we used both simultaneously. I'd 100% agree with your concern with quickly outgrowing a 14" as the seatpost is already maxed out for our 6+yr old on our Trek Precaliber 16. I'd suggest checking out so

Re: [RBW] Re: Kid's First Pedal Bike (Riv parent edition)

2023-11-16 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Oh yes, component specs can also certainly play a factor for anyone wishing to adapt things further as the kids grow. Our REI balance bike frame takes a 27.2 seatpost and 1" threaded headset with very short quill stem with narrow diameter bar clamp (maybe 22.2 but haven't put calipers to it.) T

Re: [RBW] Re: YAHT (Yet Another Handlebar Thread) :D

2023-11-17 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Hi Modemmisuser, Best of luck on your bar search and congrats to your spouse on her return to cycling! I certainly endorse bar/stem swapping... both on the bike and off the bike (via trades.) I have been in your scenario feeling 'meh' with certain set-ups and previously bought some new parts

Re: [RBW] Re: YAHT (Yet Another Handlebar Thread) :D

2023-11-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
e it helps your or anyone on a similar journey and following this discussion. https://crustbikes.com/collections/handlebars/products/nitto-x-crust-bonneville-bar On Friday, November 17, 2023 at 4:52:10 PM UTC-5 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > Hi Modemmisuser, > > Best of luck on your bar sea

[RBW] Re: mounting a light to Nitto 32F

2023-11-27 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
It is worth noting there are or at least *were* some versions of 32F racks with center drilled front tabs for lights or reflectors. I had one and would have offered to trade if I didn't already saw and file away the tab when it impacted tire clearance on a previous build. I now use the cut ch

[RBW] Brooks B72 Reissued!

2023-12-06 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
FYI for anyone that hasn't already noticed the resurrection of the B72 model. https://theradavist.com/brooks-b72-review/ I know the B68 gets a bit more attention as the wide, unsprung, single rail model that is plug & play with modern seatpost clamps but I thought this was interesting news to s

[RBW] Re: When were butterscotch Appaloosas made?

2023-12-14 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I think Ryan's got it with 2015-2016. I took delivery of my butterscotch/mustard Clem H in late summer 2016 and this came after the Appaloosa was already released in the same color. Not exactly sure if that Clem batch was considered Clem gen2 or just gen1b since I don't think they changed ge

[RBW] Re: Feeler: ISO extra-small 26er?

2024-01-11 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Nothing to offer for sale, unfortunately, but I would add a small Salsa Vaya 2 to your list (I don;t know the exact year range where the smallest all took 26" wheels but this is the one I recall specifically looking at: 2015 Vaya 2 | Salsa Cycles

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks B72 Reissued!

2024-01-12 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
gt; information: >> https://groups.google.com/g/internet-bob/c/syTF_Oq3Kr0/m/ruwkM3UwAQAJ >> >> Roberta >> >> On Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 2:06:07 PM UTC-5 mcgr...@gmail.com >> wrote: >> >> I have a B72 on my Hunq - I 3D printed (well, had a

Re: [RBW] Re: Goals for 2024 (will they be S.M.A.R.T. ?)

2024-01-12 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
My #1 2024 S.M.A.R.T. Goal is to ride 4x per week... more specifically, one ride per week on each of my 4 current bikes. I hadn't ridden since Thanksgiving until this week but I just completed my fourth mid-day 30+ minute local ride of the week across 3 of my bikes so this week is a yes for 4

Re: [RBW] WTB: German mirror

2022-10-28 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Joe, I have one no longer in use… just need to remember where I put it and ensure the set screw is still there. I’ll let you know if it turns up. Brian Cole Lawrenceville NJ On Friday, October 28, 2022, Joe Bernard wrote: > I've sold off a few of these over the years and of course now I'm one

Re: [RBW] Zero-rise Albatross Bar?

2022-10-28 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I thought the Surly Open Bar came in both a zero rise variant and a rise/drop variant. I know it's not the same shape as the Albatross but maybe close enough if the zero rise is the bigger priority. On Friday, October 28, 2022 at 2:16:01 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > I don't think there will

Re: [RBW] Re: ROADUNO - a new singlespeed!

2022-12-08 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I like 'em. I'm certainly curious if the hanger addition will be accompanied with any other spec changes like going from 120-130/132.5/135mm rear hub spacing or just as a nice option on the 120mm frame. I recently just found a crack on one of my single speeds reducing my fleet to a Clem and t

[RBW] Re: What's Good - Wide-ish/flared drops edition...

2022-12-09 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
52cm Nitto RM013 - it's essentially a 48mm Noodle with extra flare only in the drop itself (so hoods retain a more normal orientation but that extra flare when in the drops feels nice if venturing off into slightly more technical terrain.) I started with a 48cm RM013 after being confused about

[RBW] Re: What's Good - Wide-ish/flared drops edition...

2022-12-09 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
> >> Check out the PNW Coast bar. A little flair but not too crazy. They make >> really nice stuff at a reasonable price and great customer service. >> >> On Friday, December 9, 2022 at 8:25:06 AM UTC-7 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: >> >>> 52cm Nitto RM013 -

Re: [RBW] Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2022-12-12 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
This is certainly an interesting and complex question and I am in no position to provide any answers or guidance but think it's further complicated by overall cost changes over time and how it's been mentioned before how some of the Tolkien models like Bombadil & Legolas essentially became off

[RBW] FS: Shimano BB ES51 Octalink v2 73x113mm... plus maybe some 104/64bcd rings

2022-12-13 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
long shot, I'm sure, but the Gus/Susie bottom bracket/crank discussion and some re-organizing of my own has revealed some parts excess of my own so in the event any Gus or Susie owners may be considering some parts-bin kind of builds potentially with older Shimano Octalink v2 MTB cranks and just

Re: [RBW] FS: Shimano BB ES51 Octalink v2 73x113mm... plus maybe some 104/64bcd rings

2022-12-13 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Of course I hit mistakenly send before a full proof read, but I meant 48t, not 48mm, in the last part regarding the 10sp double arrangement on that 32t 64bcd inner ring. Photos also available upon request. On Tuesday, December 13, 2022, Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > long shot, I'm sure,

Re: [RBW] Re: How you choose 2 Rivendells?

2022-12-15 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I'd further suspect the act of simply raising the bars may additionally contribute to some kind of anatomical/physiological relief. In other words, maybe allowing additional flex within your own system that may not have been nearly as present with lower bars/posture. This is purely un-informe

[RBW] Re: Rivendell-esq fat bike

2022-12-15 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I forgot the Blackborow was redesigned as a cargo long tail... I was never in the market for such a thing but did initially have a slight interest in the v1 Blackborow with the dinglespeed build: https://www.salsacycles.com/bikes/2015_blackborow_ds Here's a TI fat bike from Bearclaw with 463 cha

[RBW] Re: Rivendell-esq fat bike

2022-12-15 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
There's also the updated Crust Scapegoat/bot which takes up to 26x4" through 29x3" https://crustbikes.com/collections/frames/products/scapegoat On Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 4:23:20 PM UTC-5 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > I forgot the Blackborow was redesigned as a cargo long t

Re: [RBW] Rosco Mtn Mixte?

2022-12-17 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Thanks, Leah, for the heads up for the long legged of us who happen to be non-facebook-users! That is certainly Will’s Mega Roscoe MTN Mixte and I think made in the single digits (I guess all sizes of the Roscoe Mixte were down in single digits but can’t remember.). This size MTN Mixte was based o

Re: [RBW] Rosco Mtn Mixte?

2022-12-17 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
to both halves of the name. On Saturday, December 17, 2022, Coal Bee Rye Anne < lionsrugbyalu...@gmail.com> wrote: > Thanks, Leah, for the heads up for the long legged of us who happen to be > non-facebook-users! That is certainly Will’s Mega Roscoe MTN Mixte and I > think mad

Re: [RBW] Rosco Mtn Mixte?

2022-12-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
n Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 8:46:54 PM UTC-6 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > >> Thanks, Leah, for the heads up for the long legged of us who happen to be >> non-facebook-users! That is certainly Will’s Mega Roscoe MTN Mixte and I >> think made in the single digits (I guess al

[RBW] Re: Will's Roadini SS

2022-12-21 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I've grown to appreciate both SS and fixed riding. I had a whole separate draft reply started the other day on this thread but it kind of started going off the rails and deleted probably for the best. I first tried a dedicated SS build on an old curbside rescue road bike after a couple longer

Re: [RBW] Re: Will's Roadini SS

2022-12-22 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
entirely and wholly neutral and seamless and > pleasant. > > I've head of using a bb lockring as a lockring for a fixed cog, but I've > never bothered with one. I'll be interested in hearing if they add any > security. > > > On Wed, Dec 21, 2022 at 9:13 A

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2022-12-23 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Thank you for sharing, Captain. I do not believe I've ever seen that before and also likely my first glimpse of the original Hunqa drawing for the headbadge. Looks like that tall Bombadil in the brochure is the same one captured by Jim at HQ as well. On Friday, December 23, 2022 at 9:02:36 AM

Re: [RBW] WTB: Tubus Tara stainless steel

2022-12-29 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Hi Smitty, Should you have trouble finding the stainless that you seek and decide a silver coated cromo steel would be sufficient I have one currently not in use and could make it available. Just let me know if you decide to go that route and we could discuss further. Brian Cole Lawrenceville NJ

Re: [RBW] Re: Cutting tnreadless steer tube

2023-01-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Personally, I've cut only a few of my own steerer tubes and being tall I've even needed to leave several stock length anyway, but one trick I've since discovered and applied to my last threadless build was using one of the expandable compression bolts/top cap assemblies meant for carbon forks so

Re: [RBW] Re: Cutting tnreadless steer tube

2023-01-19 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
ourse later came to realize it's usefulness a few projects later when I first came to cutting replacement forks! On Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at 3:10:49 PM UTC-5 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > Personally, I've cut only a few of my own steerer tubes and being tall > I've even nee

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-16 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Leah, I probably can't add much to the discussion that hasn't already been mentioned aside from more personal anecdotes, but catching up on this thread has ignited some thoughts and reminiscing so will try my best to share my .02 cents without being redundant. Fortunately, you have more time t

Re: [RBW] Re: V-Brake Measurement Request

2023-09-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Thank you, Will, for linking the archived v-brake page - I recall the original page existing but forgot to where the archives moved (bookmark now saved, thanks!) This helps a similar scenario on my Clem. I recall I first tried to install a Nitto Mini Campee 32f at some point in the past but t

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I had a longer, rambling, draft response on this topic that is better left unread and may revisit to actually re-organize my thoughts at some point and maybe add to the discussion but had to at least come back to add one note: With all the mention of WIDE legs and '90's attire returning... as

Re: [RBW] Re: What shoes does your Riv wear?

2023-10-04 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Continental Mountain King 29x2.2" on my Clem H - I wanted something with widely spaced knobs for better bite and confidence on some of our local mixed condition trails to replace the stock Kendas with smoother inverted tread. I just picked them up during an REI sale a couple years ago. Many o

Re: [RBW] Re: Best mitten design for very cold weather

2023-10-05 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I also like my Kinco mitts but one note of clarification is that their built in liner is of the 'fingered/gloved' type so each digit is lined separately within the mitten. They are otherwise much warmer than the now heavily worn out cashmere lined leather gloves I was previously using for most

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-16 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
gt; in pink. What a resource you are! You’re as good as a RivSister, Brian! >> >> On Oct 15, 2023, at 9:48 PM, Coal Bee Rye Anne >> wrote: >> >> Here’s my contribution for most recent bike makeover from late summer >> (now nice and muddy from its last exc

[RBW] Re: Best way to arrange 2-cog manual shifting for "single speed" disc braked bicycle

2023-10-17 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I have no personal experience with single speed disc nor Rocker/Slider or any of the existing dropout configurations being discussed other than keeping a mental catalogue and casual interest of such things as I discover them... but what about telescoping chainstays? I recall seeing a few int

[RBW] Re: Best way to arrange 2-cog manual shifting for "single speed" disc braked bicycle

2023-10-17 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
and there's a good view of the rear with Paul SS hub and WI ENO Freewheel which could easily be changed to a DOS ENO: http://www.monebikes.com/store/hvepkoczf2qa03o3ndxq5dpuffgv6a On Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 10:43:57 AM UTC-4 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > I have no personal experie

Re: [RBW] Considering trading my Ram for a Lightning Bolt

2023-10-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Grrr - darn auto correct and typos - should have read *"I considered grabbing a Soma Champs Elysees road fork during ONE OF Soma’s frequent sales."* On Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 10:27:08 AM UTC-4 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > It might be worth trying alternative 700c tires

Re: [RBW] Considering trading my Ram for a Lightning Bolt

2023-10-19 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
t as a back-up for my own 177.5 set) and some proto tall stack 26.0 threadless stems only to find they were gone but lingered on the site for quite a while. Brian Cole On Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 2:44:22 PM UTC-4 Garth wrote: > Coal Bee Rye Anne, I was going to mention the Soma

[RBW] Re: How do you fix your leather saddle creaks and squeaks?

2023-10-20 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Glad you were able to finally pinpoint and resolve it! Been there a few times in recent years among various builds. One was a known creaky sprung saddle (Conquest) that, similar to your approach, was eliminated with some extra Proofide worked around the metal frame. That particular saddle jus

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-23 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
hich has a more > lightness vibe. > > Roberta > Philadelphia > > On Friday, October 20, 2023 at 8:59:34 PM UTC-4 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > >> Two Big Bullmoosed Clems, too! >> >> I honestly kind of miss my Ergon style grips on the bullmoose though &g

[RBW] Re: Replace headset on Clem? Cabin fever?

2020-04-22 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I've also considered Clem headset replacement! Mostly to move the rinko style cups onto another project frame which may have more rinko-like adaptability and use a new spare Tange headset on the Clem. Unfortunately, this is unlikely to occur anytime soon with my general lack of spare time...

[RBW] Seeking rec's for short threadless stem with rise

2020-06-07 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Riv has a 60mm in the hi-riser threadless version and assuming the 6cm is measured parallel to the angle of rise like dirt drop quill stems it might be closer to 5cm +/- in total reach. https://www.rivbike.com/collections/stems/products/nitto-hiriser-25-4-1-1-8-threadless-stem-16252?variant=12243

[RBW] Quickbeam Custom Paint Color Help

2020-06-13 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
If I were getting a custom QB but with original cream decals I’d probably have just as hard a time choosing. Having kinda lusted for a 68cmQB (or custom equivalent) I’ve pondered this before and here are a few in no particular order: I’ve really liked the Hunqapillar-Pea-green or “Jay’s Green”

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Custom Paint Color Help

2020-06-13 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Ha, After just seeing Christopher Murray’s HunqaGreen QB I think I retract my “no cream headtube with cream QB badge statement” but now knowing there’s one currently out there in that exact color scheme I’m not sure if seeing it and wanting to duplicate it exactly outweighs the desire to paint m

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

2020-07-17 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
My memory is quite hazy lately but I vaguely recall mention of a 'complete-only' offering in the works being something in collaboration with Mark Nobilette - maybe non-custom-made-to-orders or something along those lines? I think the gist of it was a complete Nobilette made Rivendell for appro

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

2020-07-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
That’s it! Thanks and glad I wasn’t making up the “... complete non-custom for about the same cost as a full custom frame” suggestion. I also realize I replied to Scott’s message basically restating exactly what he and some above had stated. Sorry about that. The cost comparison 4K vs 4K was

[RBW] Re: RBW Business Model

2020-07-22 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
It's not a flaw... it's a feature! On Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 1:38:11 PM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: > There is a major flaw in the RBW Business Model. They forgot to include > planned obselence. Really, how can you expect to grow a business when your > products not only don't wear out t

[RBW] Re: Clem H sizing, availability

2021-04-02 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I am another 65cm H owner... with approx 97-ish pbh, 6'5" height. My seatpost and bar height are extended nearly the same as in Julian's pic except I'm using a vintage B72 saddle which is not as tall has his sprung saddle (flyer/conquest?) which likely accounts for some overall saddle height d

[RBW] Re: Clem H sizing, availability

2021-04-06 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
HJc9 >> Doesn't look as steppy throughy as the Clem L, but still gives some room, >> and (risking offense to my fellow Clem 65 owners, sorry folks) rides better >> than the Clems. >> -Kai >> >> On Friday, April 2, 2021 at 11:15:26 AM UTC-4 Coal

[RBW] Re: Clem H sizing, availability

2021-04-07 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
UTC-4 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > Thanks Andrew! They're rusting pretty good, even after a clear coat of > Penetrol, but strong and regularly carrying 70lb grocery loads on the lower > front. > And Coal Bee Rye Anne, there's 12 in the world. I thought there was 6 and &g

[RBW] Re: Pass and Stow recommendation

2021-04-20 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Why not both? Easy to ask when discussing someone else's funds and I realize that... but I've long considered a Pass & Stow myself and seems he's now offering several add-ons and (depending on stock/lead times, of course) it looks like you could purchase, say, a 5 rail and add a 3 rail top. I

[RBW] Re: Pass and Stow recommendation

2021-04-21 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Points made regarding bar placement vs. load location probably explains why I found no discernable handling difference with 25-30lb passenger in a stem mounted mini child seat (regardless whether with ChocoMoose, Jones loop, or BullMoose) but definitely felt the handling difference even with a

[RBW] Re: If Rivendell made a snowboard...

2022-01-24 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Or maybe this one, ha! https://www.burton.com/us/en/p/mens-burton-diy-throwback-snowboard/W22-1985610130.html These do look really fun. I've never been a skier or snowboarder(no particular reason, really) but do recall a friend having something like this as a kid and when we'd end up pushin

[RBW] Re: Roaduno 2022 concepts

2022-03-08 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Chocomoose! On Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 11:27:08 AM UTC-5 tommc...@gmail.com wrote: > either bullmoose bars, or run some North Road bars upside down... > > On Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 9:06:38 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > >> There was an Instagram post showing that Riv has prototype samples of

[RBW] Re: Roaduno 2022 concepts

2022-03-08 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
My Chocomoose is currently installed on a 68cm Schwinn Traveler built into a single speed and kind of serving as a placeholder for a build I eventually hope to move over to a RoadUno... atleast the bars/inverse levers, and saddle. I have mine currently slammed, though it's been adjusted at times

[RBW] Re: VO Stem opinion

2022-03-09 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I've successfully used the VO adapter and a variety of threadless faceplate stems for exactly what you are thinking of doing and would certainly recommend it. I found a bunch of used stems or take-offs at some local shops and in the bins at a co-op for about $5 each and have used several of th

[RBW] Re: Where We’re At: False Spring to Pre-Spring

2022-03-11 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
No uplifting pictures as requested, unfortunately... but on Monday when it hit above 70 degrees I managed to fit in two short windy rides into the day on a recently re-basketed bike I plan to continue using through spring. This was right before temps dropped back down to freezing overnight and

[RBW] Re: wtb: Rivendell x Nitto threadless Bullmoose B901 bars

2022-07-28 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I recall also being somewhat confused by the different versions when previously considering some bar changes. The Fairweather is definitely wider at 710mm and has less backsweep, less extension, and no rise it seems: https://velo-orange.com/collections/flat-and-upright-bars/products/b903-bullmo

Re: [RBW] Clem H curious

2022-08-12 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
My own recollection is now somewhat fuzzy regarding all the different Clem batches but I can at least confirm Mustard Clem H's were available going back to 2016 as this was the first (only?) batch where the 65cm H was offered and I bought a 65cm complete on pre-order. I recall later receiving

[RBW] Re: One Rivendell to rule them all

2022-08-12 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Welcome Alexander! Favorite? Easy! 65cm Clem Smith, Jr. H-Style - but this is more by default as my one and only Rivendell! But I was once in similar shoes and guess I had gone about 5+ years after first discovering Rivendell until finally buying my first and only Rivendell in 2016 when they

Re: [RBW] Re: PSI On The Fly, maybe a favorite pump lead...

2022-08-31 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I'm another Topeak Road Morph user and would also suggest it for ease of trail or roadside use and the inline gauge. I have two and they've rotated between bikes/bags. I've used their stock mount on a frame with no bottle bosses just using zipties but yes, on a frame with bottle cages, you'd

Re: [RBW] Re: PSI On The Fly, maybe a favorite pump lead...

2022-09-01 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
so it doesn't go sideways and lose air too .. the > hose is about as flexible as a chopstick, but the darn thing still pumps. > Oh yeah, with large hands it's easy to pinch yourself on the downstroke > too. Don'tcha just wanna go buy one ? ( ( ( laughing and crying

Re: [RBW] Re: Tektro R559 - Cable Anchor Bolt Replacement?

2022-09-02 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Generally speaking, I can at least confirm the anchor bolts can be replaced, in a pinch (pun intended,) with a m5 bolt and washer. I mention this alternative simply because this is what I was forced to do after foolishly taking a quick test ride mid-build after doing some parts swapping while

Re: [RBW] Re: (*)osco bar hand positions

2022-09-07 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I've used the Bosco 55cm steel non-moose variation that came stock on my Clem. I ended up using some stoker nubs on mine. Well, to be more accurate, my 'nubs' were just old Dia Compe non-aero lever hoods with the levers removed rather than the actual stoker nubs. It wasn't long before I inst

Re: [RBW] Savannah recommendations and more?

2022-09-19 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I'll second Tybee Island though it was probably as far back as 2004-2006 when we visited and not an experience viewed from a cyclist perspective at the time. I was still in my mid-20's and had not yet incorporated cycling much more than for occasional fair weather leisure on weekends or sporadi

Re: [RBW] Re: ROADUNO - a new singlespeed!

2020-12-14 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I had a feeling there must have been some discussion on this one after finally catching up with the Blahg and seeing the teasers. Like Kai I have my fingers crossed for a biggie in any color but assume the working text from Ian's link confirms it'll get capped at 61cm. I have a tall 27"/69cm

[RBW] Re: Personal Experiences Request.

2021-02-05 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Hugh, No personal or first hand usage experience to offer and I've not yet had a chance to fully read all replies so this may have already been mentioned but it might be worth checking out Velo Orange's Voyager rim - it made it's way onto my shortlist for a potential wheel build based on similar

[RBW] Re: Wall Hanging Bike with Albatross Bars

2021-08-20 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I use one of these (link below), though I think it was under a different name brand at my time of purchase but same exact design. I recall seeing the same thing branded Delta some time ago on another site somewhere. Fitting 2 bikes works but can be tricky depending on the size/fit/bars on each

[RBW] Re: New Wheels for Clem; need advice

2021-09-03 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I had started with a stock complete Clem (65cm 'H' style.) I've since swapped out saddle/bars/stem/grips/tires and added/removed/added different racks. Saddle is now a vintage B-72(scavenged from a Raleigh Sports) with Breezer double rail adapter on the stock seat-post. - I've also since picked

[RBW] Re: WTB short extension, tall stack 31.8 quill stem

2021-09-03 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Hi Kevin, Not 100% what you seek, and this is not immediately available... however, IF the following scenarios align it is possible I may have an alternative: Velo Orange quill-to-threadless adapter and 60mm Dimension riser threadless 31.8, 4 bolt stem (both silver.) I'm 90% sure it's 60mm eff

[RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

2021-09-15 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
You may have success with a variety of steel frames initially built for 27" wheels and caliper brakes. I've successfully converted three such frames to 700x32-38 with Tektro 559 or 539 caliper brakes. I'm 6'5" and because of the difficulty in finding tall enough frames I've been entirely oppo

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

2021-10-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I do not own an Atlantis but have otherwise been greatly enjoying this thread and all the different builds, so thank you all! I do own a 65cm Clem H which had started as a stock complete and has since received various changes/customizations with a few more on the horizon. Eventually, I hope to

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

2021-10-18 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
still considering all options. I also have an R14 left over from a prior project that I'm more likely to use in the interim for a front basket support on the Clem using the two top of crown bolts and upper dropout mounts. On Monday, October 18, 2021 at 6:59:28 AM UTC-4 Coal Bee Rye Anne

[RBW] Re: Night riding

2021-11-11 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
This thread reminds me I'm long overdue for a greatly needed head clearing night ride and still have a roll of 3M reflective tape and some reflective dots I've meant to apply. I keep stalling because I haven't actually cleaned my bike(s) in forever and whenever I do it's because I'm swapping s

Re: [RBW] Re: Clems: Rivendell, modernized?

2021-11-19 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
It may be sacrilege... but I definitely favor the Clem I have over the Quickbeam I don't have, but admittedly kinda wish I did have. Instead, I'll be awaiting any further news on Roaduno to, hopefully, one day join my Clem. I'm otherwise glad I went with a 65cm Mustard Clem as my first and on

[RBW] Re: question and WTB for two new country builds

2021-12-02 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Re: Double Leg Pletscher: I have no immediate recommendations for a double leg substitute with confirmed greater tire clearance but think some have been suggested here or on iBob in prior threads. If I remember correctly some may not fold over to the single side like the Pletscher and may be

[RBW] Re: question and WTB for two new country builds

2021-12-02 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
ecember 2, 2021 at 11:28:38 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > The spike bag says "TIOGA": > [image: SPIKES.JPG] > lAING > > On Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 9:16:25 AM UTC-5 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > >> Re: Double Leg Pletscher: I have no immediate recommendations for a

[RBW] Re: hanging bikes on the wall

2021-12-10 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I use one of these: https://designbydelta.com/collections/bike-racks/products/two-bike-wall-mount-rack-with-shelf ...in a small condo and mine is high and above my desk now that I'm full time work from home. Rack height was set as a compromise with just enough wiggle room between saddle/bars

[RBW] Recommendations/WTB: smallish saddlebag

2020-07-24 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I can’t offer mine for sale since they are frequently used but if you happen to come across any offers I’d highly recommend the OYB Saddlebag or 7-Way bag (as I think they were last called.). OYB = Out Your Backdoor by Jeff Potter - I don’t think he sells these any longer but I grabbed a couple

[RBW] Re: Suggestions on my aspiring Riv-style build?

2020-08-08 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Hi Ray, Your current scenario echoes one of mine from several years ago and I would also caution you on the potential growth of expense in upgrading this or that. Reflecting on my own progression the hands on learning that came with all my parts swapping is invaluable but came at a hefty cumula

[RBW] Re: Kickstands and Clems

2020-08-20 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I'm a fan of the Pletscher double and use it on my regular and currently only rider (a beat up old Schwinn Traveler built as single speed with 700x38(aka '42mm' Continental Speedrides) and Chocomoose bars)) but one word of caution is that it will limit tire width when unengaged and in the 'up p

[RBW] 104/64bcd Crank Question

2020-10-21 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I'm curious whether anyone could confirm or deny if all 104/64bcd cranks are created equal with middle/outer chainring compatibility or whether there are possibly some variances in spider/shelf design? The reason I ask... and this is purely academic at this time as I've no real need/time/expens

Re: [RBW] 104/64bcd Crank Question

2020-10-21 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
r... > > Thanks > =- Joe Bunik > Walnut Creek, CA > > On Wed, Oct 21, 2020 at 8:42 AM Coal Bee Rye Anne > wrote: > >> I'm curious whether anyone could confirm or deny if all 104/64bcd cranks >> are created equal with middle/outer chainring compatibility or whe

Re: [RBW] 104/64bcd Crank Question

2020-10-21 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
the middle position without filing either the underside of ring/guard flats or crank spider shelves. Not pursuing either of these alterations at this time, however. Best, Brian Cole Lawrenceville NJ On Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at 12:07:39 PM UTC-4 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > Hi Joe, >

Re: [RBW] 104/64bcd Crank Question

2020-10-26 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
t;> This is one advantage of 110mm spiders you can mix and match to your >> hearts content. SImilar gearing advantages are achieved through 30/32/34 >> chainrings and the wide range cassettes now available. This why SRAM NX >> Eagle is so popular. Have fun. >> &

[RBW] Kids Stuff - What child seat fits what bike?

2018-07-24 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I currently own two (front/rear) Thule/Yepp child seats but only actively using the front at the moment on my 65cm Clem H. The front is the Thule Yepp Nexxt model. Which appears to differ slightly from the Yepp (non-Nexxt) models but they effectively work the same as far as I’m aware. What so

[RBW] Re: Kids Stuff - What child seat fits what bike?

2018-07-24 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I'll add that I have no issue with splaying my knees during the ride on the Clem H with front seat installed. I also find no issue with the seat being mounted so high on the Clem's high headtube, and maybe that contributes to the knee clearance I have. My setup is much like Dave's as pictured,

[RBW] Re: Kids Stuff - What child seat fits what bike?

2018-07-24 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I wonder if the LBS I spoke to is simply being more conservative with the stated weight rating, was mistaken, or maybe they just have remaining stock before a change was made on the original model? Not 100% sure, and didn’t intend to provide any misinformation but when they mentioned the weight

[RBW] Re: Kids Stuff - What child seat fits what bike?

2018-07-25 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
some of the cheaper options or the Thule > RideAlong Mini. > > This one looks bulky, and the attachment seems less than great, but it's > only $50. I'm guessing child seats are a case of you get what you pay for: > > > On Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 4:55:13 PM UTC-4, Coal

[RBW] Wheelset for '84 Trek 720

2018-08-07 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I forget the cost but a few years ago I bought a 100/126 700c stock wheelset from Harris Cyclery with Sun CR-18 rims and Formula sealed bearing hubs for a similar kind of project (just not a tour) but it was at least less than the $400 VO wheelset. I paid a small up charge to have them trued/te

[RBW] Re: Wheelset for '84 Trek 720

2018-08-07 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
e how mini your mini tour is but these have otherwise served me well as a budget "general purpose" wheelset to keep some old frames in service. I'm 6'5" and 215lbs but haven't loaded these up with big touring loads. On Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 9:11:49 AM UTC-4, Coal

Re: [RBW] What tires fit good on 700c Sun CR18 rims?

2018-08-21 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I'll second the Challenge open tubulars. I currently have PRO Chicanes mounted to a CR18 700c wheelset and they went on easily if I remember correctly. Much easier than a pair of Ruffy Tuffys I previously used that required much more persuasion on the same wheels. Brian Cole Lawrence, NJ On

[RBW] silver shifter adapter for Paul thumbies

2018-09-03 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Hi Jason, The silver adapter is a small baseplate that slips between the flat, squared base of the shimano thumbies and the silver shifter... It looks like downtube shifter mounts with the protruding cylinder with flats. I’d consider selling mine except my wife who had been using my Silver shi

[RBW] Re: silver shifter adapter for Paul thumbies

2018-09-03 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
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[RBW] Re: The ups and downs of my Clem Smith Jr

2018-09-05 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I also swapped out the Bosco bar for a Jones 2.5 riser loop and much prefer the angle and width of the Jones. My 65cm Clem H came stock with 55cm cromo Bosco and Tallux stem. I think I’d have been happier with the 58cm Boscomoose, but traded for a Jones before purchasing a new Boscomoose and n

Re: [RBW] Re: The ups and downs of my Clem Smith Jr

2018-09-08 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Hi Jim, Before I traded away my Bosco bars one thing I did find that helped make them a little more useful was to tilt them back/down a bit more and install some old road brake hoods (with lever removed) at the outer curve, essentially creating more of a ramp/hood position in front of the shifte

Re: [RBW] Re: The ups and downs of my Clem Smith Jr

2018-09-08 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
Of course there is also Grant’s ballcock washer mod that achieves the same thing to create a stop/rest for your hands. I just happened to have old road levers laying around and gave them a try with great success. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

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