[RBW] Re: FS Spring cleaning parts

Phil-- I have the Brooks B68 you're looking for in Honey Brown with black undercarriage. Three years old, maybe 500 miles, always stored indoors, treated regularly, better than new. Pix available if you want 'em. Dave Redmon On Wednesday, April 17, 2013 12:27:19 PM UTC-5, Phillip

Re: [RBW] Re-Introduction

Hey, what can you tell me about that saddlebag? Capacity, material, brand, availability. Thanks, Dave in Kansas On Thursday, April 18, 2013 8:35:36 AM UTC-5, William R. wrote: Here you go. Hopefully this works. In the wilds of the Maryland Shore, Westchester Co., New York and NYC.

[RBW] Re: Rivendell handlebars comparaison

That's a truly wonderful set of photographs. Thanks for the treat! Dave in Kansas On Tuesday, June 4, 2013 2:00:26 AM UTC-5, oli c wrote: ...poor mannered me left the above message sans signature. -best, Olivier in SF Here are some stems to make up for it:

[RBW] FS: JandD Mountain Wedge III seat bag

* I have a like-new JandD Mountain Wedge III 6 ltr to 7.5 ltr expandable seat bag. It's black and in excellent condition. Looks just like this: ** http://www.jandd.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FMW3*http://www.jandd.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FMW3 *. Price = $50 shipped to CONUS. Contact me off list.*

[RBW] FS: Selle Anatomica X saddle in mahogany

*I have a Selle Anatomica X saddle in mahogany with copper rivets. It features the thicker, reinforced leather for those weighing 160 lbs or more. I've put maybe 300 miles on it since purchase, and it's in like-new condition--maybe even better because initial break-in has been accomplished.

[RBW] Re: FS: Selle Anatomica X saddle in mahogany

*Yes it is, Manny. That said, I'll be away from home until Fri 12 July.* ** *Dave* *btw, I do enjoy your photography--and I know that takes effort (plus talent of course).* On Friday, July 5, 2013 11:04:49 PM UTC-5, Manuel Acosta wrote: Dav, Wondering if the saddle is still for sale? --

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Atlantis. 56cm - $1600 - North Seattle

Do you have pix? What type of h'bars? Fenders? Dave On Thursday, September 5, 2013 8:04:57 PM UTC-5, suzanne whitehead wrote: Beautiful all around bicycle. Lugged steel frame, Standard Rivendell build includes 26 wheels, Shimano 7-speed w/ Deore rear, Sugino XT triple, Bar-end

[RBW] Re: I like!

What's that suspended from the top of the seat tube of the tan bike? Dave in Kansas On Sunday, December 15, 2013 6:47:01 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: ...and wish I could afford! The perfect all rounders! From Blug (sorry, don't know how to comment on-blug, so y'all'll have to hear it

[RBW] Re: Bikes, friends, family and coffee.

Manny, you have a wonderful eye for the beautiful! Thanks for sharing. Dave in Kansas On Sunday, December 29, 2013 10:59:05 AM UTC-6, Manuel Acosta wrote: 2013 has been the year of amazing adventures with new and old friends. Lovely thing about ride reports is that you have a digital journal

[RBW] Re: Cable End Soldering

Do your heat-shrink insulators allow one to strip the cable through the housing both ways? What size / color do you use? Dave in Kansas On Monday, December 30, 2013 5:29:05 AM UTC-6, William R. wrote: I have been using heat shrink wiring insulators for a while now with nice results. About

[RBW] Re: Carradice Barley mounting options for saddle without loops?

, Dave Redmon wrote: Or try this low-cost, effective remedy. Dave in Kansas. On Thursday, January 2, 2014 11:02:43 AM UTC-6, Jim Bronson wrote: I looked at just installing some loops onto the saddle rails, Velo Orange sells some for just this purpose. However, the bottom attachment

Re: [RBW] FS - Nitto, Tubus, Compass Tires, Paul, and more

Are the Compass tires still on hand for sale? Dave On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 10:22:34 PM UTC-6, danmc wrote: Sorry. The Cosmo is taken. I'll be putting out a revised list in a bit with some new additions. Dan On Jan 8, 2014, at 8:13 PM, grrlyrida grrl...@gmail.com javascript:

[RBW] Re: Riv e-bike conversion?

*Joe, how does the throttle work on the Hilltopper? With rear wheel e-bikes, power is matched to pedal effort. But with front wheel e-bikes, it would seem that no such linkage exists. * *Dave* On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:18:17 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: I can see cyclists having

[RBW] Re: Keven/Vince style thumbshifters

Can you do likewise with the $15 Sunrace friction shifters? Dave On Tuesday, April 1, 2014 5:45:41 PM UTC-5, Dave wrote: Inspired by Grants post about Liesl's gorgeous new bike, I swapped around my paul thumbies on a pair of boscos. Right paul to the left side, left paul to right side.

Re: [RBW] Re: Bosco Bullmoose Bars

I used the 80mm Dirt Drop stem with my Dirt Drop h'bars. Used the same stem later on with my Moustache bars on the same bike. Dave On Thu, Apr 3, 2014 at 1:32 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: For you experienced dirt drop bar folks, what stem do you run (if possible in contrast

[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

What's the make of your saddle, Patrick? On Saturday, April 12, 2014 3:56:09 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: Thanks to you all, your knowledge, suggestions, and various parts the conversion to Albastache is complete! I got to do a few extra jobs beyond what I thought, but handled them all

[RBW] WTB: Cheviot or Yves Gomez 55cm/650

I'm looking for a good used Cheviot or Yves Gomez bike with a 55cm frame and 650 wheels. Please contact me offline. Dave Redmon ldred...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Looking for a single bar-end shifter

*Does anyone have a single bar-end friction shifter to sell? Any brand, any age wanted to actuate front derailer. Must be reliable. Reply off list please. * *Dave Redmon* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] The Great Workshop Cleaning! Much Stuff FS.

You got the wrong email address, podnah :-) Dave Redmon On Nov 23, 2014 12:51 PM, Gmail captainconwaybenn...@gmail.com wrote: I'm captainconwaybennett@gmail if you want to send a PayPal request, if that helps. I never got the PM. Fair winds, Captain Conway Bennett On Nov 23, 2014, at 9

RE: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 25 updates in 8 topics

Re: good mirrors for handlebars--I like these http://www.calhouncycle.com/productcart/m/showsearchresults.asp?idcategory=9 --- Original Message --- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: March 30, 2015 7:27 PM To: Digest recipients rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Digest

[RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

The main reason I use straps with flat pedals is to retain control of the pedal when I come to a stop. When it comes time to go, I raise my foot and the pedal rises with it. It's quick, reliable and I avoid nicks and bruises to my shins. My pedals are MKS Tourists, which allow use of Power

[RBW] Biking poem

I listen, and the mountain lakes hear snowflakes come on those winter wings only the owls are awake to see, their radar gaze and furred ears alert. In that stillness a meaning shakes; And I have thought (maybe alone on my bike, quaintly on a cold evening pedaling home), Think!- the splendor of our

[RBW] Re: Sugino Wide/Low Dbl Crank - Chain Rub Issue

I solved a similar problem on a Bridgestone 450 years ago by installing spacers between the middle and outer chain rings on the chainwheel.. Two or three millimeters thick, as I recall. Dave in Kansas On Friday, July 31, 2015 at 1:53:00 AM UTC-5, RDS wrote: Installed the Sugino Wide/Low

[RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

Dear Dan in Wisconsin-- I'd love to see photos of your 1991 RB-T and your e-rigged bike, the 1983 Specialized Expedition. I have an RB-T and I am considering eventual purchase of an e-bike kit. Dave in Kansas 65cm 1983 Specialized Expedition with an e-assist front hub and battery in a

[RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

Will your Paul Thumbies fit drop bars? Dave On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 9:08:50 PM UTC-5, Nanga Parbat wrote: > > 2 x Schwalbe Big Ben 50 x 622 Race Guard LiteSkin w /3 presta tubes no > patches $65 shipped > > used with plenty of tread miles left see photos > > 2 x Compass Stampede

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

So will 22.5 mm not widen to 23.8mm road bar diameter when it comes to Pauls Thumbies? And will Dura Ace indexed 7900 10 spd downtube shifters work with Paul Thumbies anyway? Dave Redmon On Oct 28, 2015 10:40 AM, "Scott Shelton" <nangapa...@gmail.com> wrote: > They mea

[RBW] Trade Selle Anatomica X for Brooks B17?

I have a nice SA that I might trade for a nice B17. Mine is a dark mahogony. Reply off list. Dave in Kansas -- 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: FS:nitto stuff, acorn bag, filson jacket, woolrich, odds & ends, free stuff.

Drew-- Are there photos of the Lone Star panniers available? I have Tubus Tara front racks. Apparently there are difficulties fitting earlier Lone Stars on the Taras. You can compare older and newer LS panniers at

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

Apologies for not conducting this sale discussion off list. I've learned my lesson, I think. Dave Redmon On Mar 17, 2016 5:12 PM, "EGNolan" <egno...@gmail.com> wrote: > This has devolved into the worst sale I've witnessed on this forum, Dave, > please kindly pay the $80

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

Drew-- These are nice panniers but I see no way to attach the bottoms to my Tubus Tara front rack. Bummer Dave Redmon On Mar 15, 2016 9:44 PM, "drew" <drewbeckme...@gmail.com> wrote: > ok dave. confirmed- 10mm > > On Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 5:00:14 PM UTC-8, drew w

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

can fit a AAA battery inside the hooks, that will indicate capacity. Dave Dave Redmon On Mar 14, 2016 9:39 PM, "drew" <drewbeckme...@gmail.com> wrote: > hey dave, > the bottom bungee attachment is like the 1st photo. i believe all of the > smaller panniers have this attac

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

per hook system!" Drew, pls confirm bottom attachment arrangement. Dave Dave Redmon On Mar 14, 2016 8:08 PM, "drew" <drewbeckme...@gmail.com> wrote: > Dave, > From the top of the hook, straight to the bottom of the pannier is exactly > 12 inches. > > -- >

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

Drew-- If you still have the panniers, I think I can use small hose clamps around the bottom of the Tubus Taras to enable attachment. How about $75 shipped to 66502? Did you post a photo that I missed? Dave Redmon Dave Redmon On Mar 15, 2016 10:58 PM, "drew" &

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

Would you pls send the link to that page? Dave Redmon On Mar 15, 2016 10:58 PM, "drew" <drewbeckme...@gmail.com> wrote: > Hey Dave, > These are shown on a Tubus Tara on the product page, I believe. No worries > though > > -- > You received this message bec

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Big Guy Wool

Shipped from where? D Dave Redmon On Apr 29, 2016 12:03 AM, "Zack" <zack...@gmail.com> wrote: > everything is gone! > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > T

[RBW] Re: FS: Big Guy Wool

I'll take the blue striped wool pullover for $40 as seen at Rivbike.com. Is it XL or XL? Pls contact me offlist. Dave Redmon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] FS- 58cm NOS Betty Foy and 50cm Used 94 RB-T

Re Betty Foy, are you offering frame and fork only, or the full bike? Pricing? --Dave in Kansas -- 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] Clementine photo

I'm seeking a photo of someone actually riding a Clementine. I want to understand more of how riders fit in with those wayback handlebars as well as typical rider positions--for example, how far forward a rider can comfortably grip the handlebar when climbing etc. Can someone please share a

Re: [RBW] Clementine photo

Wonderful action video! The best part is your child's broad smile flashed at the camera! Thanks for sharing-- D Dave Redmon Does democracy mean that my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge?--from a quote attributed to Isaac Asimov On Sep 11, 2017 11:46 PM, "Sky Coulter" &

[RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

first love--cycling. --Dave Redmon -- 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 grou

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Parts, Accessories (lotsa)

Minh, is that Minouri rear triangle kickstand all aluminum? Does it have a model number? Is the rod length fixed or adjustable? Did you use it for long? What are its pros and cons? How much with shipping to 66502? Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: FS/FT: Nitto handlebars (Bosco, Albastache, M151), Sugino, VO Rack, Derailleurs, Brifters

Are your Albastache vars still available for sale? Dave in Kansas -- 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] WTB Velo Orange Casey's Crazy Bar

Please contact me off list if you are willing to part with your Crazy Bar. Dave in Kansas -- 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] Very Merry Christmas Tide!

Always a pleasure to take in your posts, my friend! This corner of our digital universe seems always warm and suggestive of possibilities. I was glad to explore your section of the Ute Pass with you at TG. Continued blessings all around! Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

You might find a sweet spot by flipping your Albatross bars upside down and placing your brake levers on the curves toward the front a la the Moustache and Albastache bars. Combined with a long stem, placing my hands forward near both levers provides fun control and the comfortable stretch I

[RBW] Prayers for Deacon Patrick

Deacon just assured me that his family and others in that narrow valley between Manitou Springs and Woodland Park were warned in time to seek higher ground. Thanksgiving! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Prayers for Deacon Patrick

Reports of devastating floods along Fountain Creek near Deacon Patrick's home in Mountain Glen near Woodland Park, CO. Prayers for everyone there. My wife Ann is safe in Denver but planning to visit Colorado Springs on Wednesday with her sisters. Dave Redmon Manhattan. KS -- You received

Re: [RBW] WTB: Clem L (52) complete

Hey Kolby-- I'm in Kansas; where are you? Boxing and shipping may be my/our biggest issue. On Fri, Aug 31, 2018, 11:04 PM Kolby wrote: > Hey Dave, sounds good man — I’m in no big rush. Want to shoot me a direct > with thoughts on price etc? kolbyt at gmail dot com. > K > > -- > You received

[RBW] WTB: Clem L (52) complete

I may be willing to part with mine in a few weeks. What is your timeline? -- 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] Bar reach and rise specs

Can someone tell me the reach and rise specs for these Nitto bars? I'm considering alternatives for my new-to-me 52cm Clem L. 1) Bosco 353 2) Choco-Norm B357AAF Thanks in advance-- Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Oops!... I Did It Again (eRiv)

Hey Joe, what's that blue handlebar bag on your eChev? I don't see one like it on the Rivbike website. Any idea of its volume capacity? -- 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] Has anyone used trekking / butterfly bars on a Rivendell?

Rene, I saw your post from 6 or 7 years ago. At 74, I too am thinking that the Nitto butterfly/trekking bar might solve my arm ache problems. Did you decide to keep them? Can you insert bar end shifters? Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Errandonneering 2018

Glad you're now able to enter your chapel despite the scents and noises. That's progress! Thanks again for sharing stories of yourself and your geography. Tell me again, please, the brand name of your rear carrier. Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Errandonneering 2018

Ya, I meant the rack--not the bag. Which model Nitto, if you can recall? Best, D On Mon, Apr 2, 2018, 5:08 PM Deacon Patrick wrote: > You’re welcome, Dave. Yes, I delight in being able to enter the chapel > again, and I’ll always delight in me “highland cathedral!” Grin.

[RBW] Re: Flickstand alternatives? How to keep the front stable while not moving?

Even quicker is using a strong, light parking band spanning the distance from the backside of the handlebar to the front side of the brake lever. i use a high quality bungee looped through a section of inner tube which I then slip onto the handlebar opposite my front brake lever. i don't use a

[RBW] Re: Flickstand alternatives? How to keep the front stable while not moving?

Forgot to say that the short section of inner tube inside the bungee loop acts to safeguard the bungee against accidental loss. See my attached photo. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] RD on Clem L has problem upshifting

I'm having problems upshifting the rear derailer on my newish Clem L. I have the stock Sunracer friction shifters. With less than 300 miles on it, mine is slow to upshift into higher gears when heading onto level ground--sometimes slipping through 2-3 gears. No slippage downshifting going up

[RBW] Re: FS: Shimano, Tektro, Nitto, and friends

Will you accept $35 for your Nitto Dirtdrop Stem MT10 80x25.4? Pls contact me offline. Dave in Kansas -- 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] WTB Nitto Dirtdrop stem

Should have kept my Nitto Dirtdrop stem, but I sold it. Now I need another. Either 8 cm or 10 cm reach will work. Please contact me off list. Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Knickers ooops

Here's the link: https://m.epicsports.com/Baseball/p/81109/index.html The larger question is whether cyclists have tried and liked baseball knickers for even occasional use. Dave Redmon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] Knickers

These look good and are available at decent prices. If anyone has tried them, can we hear your report? Dave in Kansas -- 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

[RBW] Re: Weight weenie report. Dia Compe 980 brakes

My 1991 RB-T bike was stolen a couple years and I found a 1994 RB-T to replace it. Cantilever post widths are significantly different. I can fit a number of brakes to my 1994 fork that would not fit my 1991 fork. Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] The Buffalo Bike

What Riv bike does this design remind you of? http://www.buffalobicycle.com/why-buffalo -- 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] ISO small cloth toolbag

Ever try a coupla straps (4') looped, then suspended from an overhead beam or hook? I've used these in my shop for years now, mostly because they don't take up valuable floorspace and they're cheap and flexible. Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Weight weenie report. Dia Compe 980 brakes

anks > David Hays > Williamsville, New York > > > On Mar 25, 2019, at 12:53 PM, Dave Redmon > wrote: > > > > My 1991 RB-T bike was stolen a couple years and I found a 1994 RB-T to > replace it. Cantilever post widths are significantly different. I can fit a > num

[RBW] Indexing 10sp big cassette

Over the years, I've had at least three cases of rear derailer misalignment that fouled up my shifting. Your LBS has the right tool to check for that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] eJoe

I'm in the market for a Riv e-bike mod of some sort, so I'm very interested in what you discover. Please keep us posted! -- 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

[RBW] Kickstand tire rub

My wife has a 52cm Clem L with Riv's stock silver kickstand, curved with a black plastic bottom. How is its length adjustable? Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Kickstand tire rub

Thanks for that info! On Wed, Feb 13, 2019, 9:02 AM Coal Bee Rye Anne Hi Dave, > Somewhere along the back side of the black foot there’s a lock/flap with a > groove; you just need to unsnap and then slide up or down along the notches > in the alloy part to your desired length then fold/snap the

Re: [RBW] Kiley: Those fenders. Rivendellish if not Rivendellian.

ruts, but I prefer the on/off Carradice SQR and either a Junior or larger > but "flatter" Super C Slim saddlebag. > > On Mon, Jan 28, 2019 at 7:54 PM Dave Redmon > wrote: > >> Beautiful bike! >> >> Dave in Kansas >> >> -- >> You received this mes

[RBW] Kiley: Those fenders. Rivendellish if not Rivendellian.

Beautiful bike! Dave in Kansas -- 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] RD compatible with index shifters?

lo also uses a different cog spacing. > -Are the shift cable and housing in good shape? > > > On Monday, June 3, 2019 at 8:43:42 PM UTC-7, Dave Redmon wrote: >> >> Here's a photo of my Shimano XT RD >> > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topi

Re: [RBW] RD compatible with index shifters?

x mode. The incompatibilities between Shimano road > shifters and MTB rear derailleurs don't come into play until you get to > DynaSys 10 speed MTB. If it's not working now either it's a set-up issue > or the shifters are broken. Maybe once you get this sorted you should find > a better LBS. > On

Re: [RBW] RD compatible with index shifters?

Joe, you may be onto something important. With the cable released from the RD and the 9 speed bar end shifter in index mode, I hear only 3 or 4 clicks as I move the shifter from bottom to top. I've used similar Shimano BES over the years (mostly 7 speed), so I felt comfortable installing this 9

[RBW] Joe Starck Rivendell Custom

Hey Keith-- Where are you in Kansas? We live in Manhattan and own two Rivendells--a Sam Hillborne and a Clem Jr. Other Riv riders live in Lawrence and in Johnson County. Dave Redmon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

Re: [RBW] RD compatible with index shifters?

the washer in only one position. From there, you should find all > your clicks. You will conclude that you previously had that washer rotated > 90 degrees and you lost 90 degrees of your clicks. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at 4:12:24 PM UTC-7

Re: [RBW] RD compatible with index shifters?

Thanks for your offer, Bill. Is an internal "reset" of that inner ring required? (I can't budge it even a little.) Is that something my LBS can handle? To be fair, my LBS mech did not install the shifters on the handlebars--I did. Dave On Wed, Jun 5, 2019, 12:41 PM Bill Lindsay Dave > > No

Re: [RBW] RD compatible with index shifters?

sition in step 4, rotate the chrome washer 90 > degrees counter-clockwise and return to step 1. > > That's it. > > Bill > > On Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at 11:11:25 AM UTC-7, Dave Redmon wrote: >> >> Thanks for your offer, Bill. Is an internal "reset" of that

Re: [RBW] RD compatible with index shifters?

The rear bar-end shifter is working properly now. My LBS owner/mech seems to have prevailed. Thank you everyone for your generous tips and advice. Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: RD compatible with index shifters?

This XT RD is black but clean. I examined it carefully with a light and magnifying glass but I see no model number in the parallelogram area. On Mon, Jun 3, 2019, 5:23 PM Nick Payne On Tuesday, 4 June 2019 07:07:06 UTC+10, Dave Redmon wrote: >> >> My goal is rear index shifting

[RBW] RD compatible with index shifters?

My goal is rear index shifting because I'm mostly deaf to improper shifting in friction mode. My LBS tells me my Shimano 7700 9 speed index bar end shifters are not compatible with my Shimano 9 speed XT rear derailer in index mode. Has anyone else had this problem and found a solution? Dave

Re: [RBW] Re: RD compatible with index shifters?

ly try it ? > > On Monday, June 3, 2019 at 5:07:06 PM UTC-4, Dave Redmon wrote: >> >> My goal is rear index shifting because I'm mostly deaf to improper >> shifting in friction mode. My LBS tells me my Shimano 7700 9 speed index >> bar end shifters are not compatible with my

[RBW] Mark's front rack on Sam Hillborne with V brakes

How doable is it to fit a Mark's rack on the front of a Sam Hillborne with V brakes? What type and length of support legs? What's a good source for legs? I have the rack and four legs--two straight at 23 cm and two curved at 14 cm. This is a used set up I purchased recently. Dave in Kansas --

[RBW] Re: Mark's front rack on Sam Hillborne with V brakes

I got it done today, finally! But I used one set of supports (23 cm) not a second set. Next is finding a straight set about 17 cm long. Anyone needing a pair of 13 cm curved supports? Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Best GPS for Android?

Thinking of joining the 21st century and learning how to use a GPS app downloaded to my Samsung S3. Main use would be odometer, speedometer, basic navigation and maybe altitude. What current recommendations have you for free or low-cost apps that are easy to operate? Dave in Kansas -- You

[RBW] WTB parts for my newish Sam Hillborne

Greetings, RBW list members-- I’m needing some components for my almost new 55cm Sam Hillborne frame/fork/headset/bottom bracket. My preference is silver, not black. I’m 75 and on retirement income, so I’m limited to good quality used parts whenever that makes better sense. In general, Shimano

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Acorn, Carradice, and Nitto

Think the Nitto rear rack will fit my MIT Sam? Is it the type that might also be used as a front rack? On Mon, Apr 22, 2019, 9:43 AM Lynn Haas I'm sending you a backup PM on the R14 in case it won't work out for Dave. > > Lynn > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a

[RBW] FS: Acorn, Carradice, and Nitto

I'm interested on that Nitto R14. Will it fit my new model Sam Hillborne? -- 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: Reduced market for used older bikes?

I enjoyed your pictures. Looks like joyous times! Dave in Kansas -- 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] WTT My Riv bike for yours

I'm hoping that someone out there in the Rivendell World might be willing to trade their MIT 54.5cm Homer for my 2018 MIT 55cm Sam in Sage, which I built up in May and still looks and rides like new. Shoulda, coulda, woulda and all that--but maybe someone out there is attracted to this

Re: [RBW] Wanted - 59cm Clem H

Eric, what Dahon model do you ride and how did you modify it for your particular uses? Dave in Kansas -- 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] Need silver SKS P55 front fender

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[RBW] Need silver SKS P55 front fender

ISO silver SKS P55 front fender only to fit 700 x 40mm tire. Please contact me offline. Dave in Kansas -- 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] WTT: Brooks Carved C 17 for C19

Wanting to trade my black carved C17 in VGC for your carved C19 saddle in similar condition. Please contact me off list. Dave Redmon in Kansas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

It looks like maybe you've added short, metal grips extending forward, no? Like what you see welded-in-place on VO Crazy Bars? On Sun, Apr 19, 2020, 4:48 PM masmojo wrote: > Dave, the Evasion has a fairly long top tube, so especially with a > trekking type handlebar you need a shortish stem.

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

Masmojo, what can you tell us about your handlebar and stem arrangement in the photo of your excursion to the post office? Dave in Kansas -- 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: Roof-topping a Clem L

I'd buy a double 1-UP if I knew they could be adjusted to fit my Sam Hillborne and my wife's Clem L. Problem is--both have SKS fenders.Otherwise, what are my chances of obtaining a tilting rack for two bikes with fenders? Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Roof-topping a Clem L

I seem to remember that the Saris platform rack did not tilt. Not interested in a rack that hangs my bikes. Am I mistaken? On Mon, Mar 30, 2020, 11:13 AM Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! < jonasandle...@gmail.com> wrote: > Dave, Saris makes tilting racks that support bikes with fenders. And they > make

Re: [RBW] Re: eJoe

I have a Bafang front hub motor on my Sam Hillbirne with instrumentation and control by Grin Tech iof Vancouver, BC. With PAS as well as throttle, I can travel 28-36 miles on my 36V / 14.5 Ah battery. I have an anti slip lever attached to the front axle to retain the motor in my front dropouts. So

[RBW] Clem L as an ebike frame?

We're exploring whether the Clem L would allow the mounting of a EM3ev 36V (10S5P) Super Shark Ebike battery on the "top tube". If so, we'd link it to a geared front-hub motor. Has anyone tried to mount such a battery to the Clem L? Dave in Kansas -- You received this message because you are

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