[RBW] Re: My new Cheviot

Looks fantastic, the grips are nice and chunky, the blue is great. How wide a tire do you think you can fit with those Chop Chort fenders? I'm hoping to fit 42mm tires with fenders on my friend's 60cm Cheviot and I'm not sure which fenders would work best, but these Chorts sure look nice on

[RBW] Rounded Tektro R559 allen nut - how long is it (for ordering a replacement)?

Like I fool I rounded the recessed allen head of the cylinder nut that holds the rear R559 brakes in place ... I need to get a replacement but don't want to remove the current nut until I have the replacement in hand (in case it can't be reinstalled once I get it out this time). How long is

[RBW] Cheviot build - my first build, first Rivendell, and first RIDE (on it)! Would ride more but just adopted our baby girl =)

Photos here because that's what I'd want to see first: https://photos.app.goo.gl/0ifFpv218K6T4pmm2 Never built a bike from the frame up before but it turned out great! First ride was two days ago and it was a dream! 26 miles, 1,800 feet of elevation and would have been great to go longer I

[RBW] Re: Cheviot build - my first build, first Rivendell, and first RIDE (on it)! Would ride more but just adopted our baby girl =)

[RBW] Re: Cheviot build - my first build, first Rivendell, and first RIDE (on it)! Would ride more but just adopted our baby girl =)

Joe, I've been following your different approaches and ideas for the Cheviot and it's been literally inspiring (and technically helpful). Thanks for thinking out loud and the compliment. On Saturday, 24 March 2018 10:30:34 UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > That's a lovely bicycle. I just bought and

[RBW] Re: Cheviot build - my first build, first Rivendell, and first RIDE (on it)! Would ride more but just adopted our baby girl =)

Thanks Jon, he truly is! He was also my Best Man when I was married almost 10 years ago. On Saturday, 24 March 2018 10:15:25 UTC-7, Jon Dukeman,central Colorado wrote: > > He is a true friend... Nice build. You will love riding it. > Mon -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Cheviot build - my first build, first Rivendell, and first RIDE (on it)! Would ride more but just adopted our baby girl =)

Those Yepp Maxi Next (I think?) rear seats look perfect. I have about a year to figure that out for her. Seem here: https://flic.kr/p/NkBTHZ >From https://bluelug.com/blog/hatagaya/80532/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] WTB: Banana Sax bag

I'm looking to add some storage to my Cheviot and the Banana sax bag is just the right size, but a bit steep brand new. Anyone (in the Bay Area hopefully) have one they're willing to part with? All colors are good, though green is not my favorite it still works too. Thanks, Abe -- You

[RBW] Re: Mismatched tires

Grant's Sam had 38mm front and 40mm rear. My mountain bike (Salsa El Mariachi) and many others use a slightly larger front tire for traction in turns. Larger rear means better traction while ascending. Enjoy those fatish tires =) On Tuesday, 1 January 2019 06:49:11 UTC-8, Jim S. wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Burley Piccolo trailercycle plus front wheel and extra rack

I'm 3+ years from being able to use this with my daughter, but what an interesting idea to convert it to a "normalish" bike after using as a trailer! I had to look up some photos to understand how it worked, REI has some good ones: https://www.rei.com/product/843751/burley-plus-conversion-kit

[RBW] Hillborne dropbar, bar-ends: Cross shifter housings then cables?

Looks like the prebuilt Hillborne with dropbar and bar-end sfifters has the cable housings cross in front of the headtube, then the cables cross again under the downtube. But my assumption was not to cross them at all. Right shift cable stays on the right, same for left. Is one way right or is

[RBW] Re: Hillborne dropbar, bar-ends: Cross shifter housings then cables?

Hi Jay. Love me some Sheldon Brown. Did you notice if I violated any of the 4 commandments? For what it’s worth, they do allow the bars to be turned all the way until the bar end shifters hit the lower top tube (thus the twine there to protect the frame). I tried to make them flow straight into

[RBW] Re: Afternoon ride from home into the mountains and back on my Sam

Hey Bill, I’d love to ride with you sometime! I grew up on the top I keep your road so the areas very familiar to me, but I see it with new eyes on the bike. If you want to reach me, call 707 and then my user name. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Gus Boots Willsen on Shell Ridge

I only rode the parking lot on the Gus Boots, big smiles from that bike, it must’ve been a blast in the hills. -- 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] Shimano DYNO Hubs and Less Rotational Spin

It should be a very minor drag, but that is a result of the hub generating power. It’s gotta come from somewhere: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dA4MIg6kK8E -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Hillborne dropbar, bar-ends: Cross shifter housings then cables?

Is this summary correct?: Standard routing is not to cross the cables. Keeps them short. But crossing them is an acceptable alternative that increases housing length a little, while possible avoiding some frame rub. May require tinkering under the downtube where the cables cross back for

[RBW] Re: Afternoon ride from home into the mountains and back on my Sam

Cavedale is pretty rough road at times, Looks so different in the after-the-fire landscape. Great for 37mm or wider tires. Trinity is much better pavement but has some steep climbs (and fun descents). If you’re coming from the Glen Ellen side you can loop Trinity and Cavedale from one side of

[RBW] Re: New bike day. 56cm 650B Atlantis

Agreed, great ride and attention to fun and functional details. Looking forward to some ride reports and pics. What a handsome 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

[RBW] Hillborne dropbar, bar-ends: Cross shifter housings then cables?

Didn’t cross the cables, here’s the final result (switched from Boscos to Dirt Drop bars): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-2zBoYVScBApm9PO7Ym0_BgB8bg6CKxZ This was my first time using twine and it was really just practice; I’ll swap to Newbaum’s tape after I confirm that the levers

[RBW] Re: Hillborne dropbar, bar-ends: Cross shifter housings then cables?

Should work now, oops: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-2zBoYVScBApm9PO7Ym0_BgB8bg6CKxZ -- 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] Afternoon ride from home into the mountains and back on my Sam

Great riding after the rain in the west Napa hills on a used but new-to-me Sam Hillborne I got from Riv a couple weeks ago. Switched on Albatross bars, Compass Snoqualmie tires (great recommendation by a friend), and tuned up. Still messing with the bar setup but it’s getting an alternate

[RBW] Re: Afternoon ride from home into the mountains and back on my Sam

Glad you liked the t-rex, he's got a metal monkey friend too - I'll get a pic with him next time. That's up Dry Creek Rd in Napa, leads to Trinity Rd (near where I grew up) then loops over to Mt. Veeder Rd which is an uphill slob but has a fun ride down the other side. I really wasn't sure

[RBW] Re: Afternoon ride from home into the mountains and back on my Sam

Thanks for all the feedback folks, it’s a really fun ride! I’m glad to hear I’m not the only one who wants to swap handlebars around. I’ll solder the cable ends so I can swap cockpits without messing up my cables. Really looking forward to the Dirt Drop bars. -- You received this message

[RBW] FS: Schwalbe tires - Marathon 700x40mm & Little Big Ben 700x38mm

These came on my Sam Hillborne, they’re well used but held up well on a few paved and gravel rides for me last week. Little Big Ben 700x38mm - seems like it’s in great shape, good tread, reflective strip is good, no issues I can see. $20 for someone to pickup in the SF Bay Area? Marathon

[RBW] Re: FS: Schwalbe tires - Marathon 700x40mm & Little Big Ben 700x38mm

$10 each ... price keeps dropping as the garage seems too full ;-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: FS: Schwalbe tires - Marathon 700x40mm & Little Big Ben 700x38mm

I bet $15 each or $25 for the pair is more fair, so, updated I suppose. Abe On Saturday, 12 January 2019 00:09:12 UTC-8, Pancake wrote: > These came on my Sam Hillborne, they’re well used but held up well on a few > paved and gravel rides for me last week. > > Little Big Ben 700x

[RBW] Re: Nitto Noodle vs. Dirt Drop vs. B135 Randonneur - switching to drop bars with flare

Good point John, when I bought the B135 that was part of the difference that appeal to me. However, after putting about 800 miles on the B135 bars, I can tell they’re just not wide enough for me. So maybe research on the distinctions between the B135 and B132 didn’t get very deep, instead I

[RBW] Re: Nitto Noodle vs. Dirt Drop vs. B135 Randonneur - switching to drop bars with flare

Good point John, when I bought the B135 that was part of the difference that appealed to me. However, after putting about 800 miles on the B135 bars, I can tell they’re just not wide enough for me. So my research on the distinctions between the B135 and B132 didn’t get very deep, instead I

[RBW] Re: Nitto Noodle vs. Dirt Drop vs. B135 Randonneur - switching to drop bars with flare

Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA USA > > On Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 9:09:37 AM UTC-8, Pancake wrote: >> >> It seems a shame there’s not a resource with off of Nitto’s bar >> specifications in one place - it’s be great to see all that info at the >> same place rather than sor

[RBW] Nitto Noodle vs. Dirt Drop vs. B135 Randonneur - switching to drop bars with flare

I'm replacing the Bosco bars on a new-to-me Sam Hillborne 56cm. I currently ride another bike with Randonneur B135 bars in 45cm but they're too narrow. In figuring which bars to use on the Sam I needed some information that took a while to collect - I figured to include it here because it's

Re: [RBW] Re: Well done Cheviot marketing

My friend gave me this orange Cheviot frame to build up on the condition that he gets to ride it whenever he’s in the SF Bay: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ysbxDok4Q3WsFPiH7 Love the ride, color, hearts, and feel of the bike. I’ve got it setup for a front baby seat now with Bosco bars (more pics

[RBW] Re: Cheviut? More like Chevi-awesome. Amiright?

Here’s my orange 60cm Cheviot, a friend gave me the frame to build up and he (guy in the photos) has riding rights wherever he’s in the Bay Area: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ysbxDok4Q3WsFPiH7 Riding to today actually. Currently has Bosco bars and a Not-quite-matching front baby seat also in

Re: [RBW] Re: Well done Cheviot marketing

No baby on the bike yet (waiting until she’s at least a year old) but here are the pics anyhow: https://photos.app.goo.gl/nCxxVvPjgQkEGL3JA >From Napa to Yountville, perfect weather today. The other bike my friend is on >is my old Jamis Coda Sport that was once my budget Riv-imitation bike

Re: [RBW] Re: Well done Cheviot marketing

I’ve read some resources that say it’s okay when the have good head/neck control, but I read a few others that advised the bumps and rattles that can’t be consistently prevented can be a risk factor for their brain rattling around. I bet it’d be fine now (almost 11 months) but waiting just over

Re: [RBW] Re: Well done Cheviot marketing

I’m really planning just the Vine Trail, but there must be other good (10 mile or longer) bike paths that would be good for this sort of thing. I’ll post about it separately, but the Cheviot is just perfect for the baby carrier (front or rear). -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Newbaums Be Gone

+1 for using a heat gun. I followed up with alcohol and used some bits of tape with fresh adhesive to pull up the larger chunks after heating them. -- 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: daily post ur riv

Collin A, loads of mud! What race in Sonoma (my hometown)? Meanwhile, I was riding over the mountain in Napa up Mt. Veeder then down Dry Creek and back home. Manager to break my chain just after passing the peak but pieces it together to get home lighter several links:

[RBW] RBW XXV WHO’S COMING

Probably just for one night, but really hope I can ride over from Napa (46 miles, 2,200 elevation, good food on the way). Registered. -- 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] Not a Riv but Heavily Influenced by Riv

Great looking and well thought out bike! I also imitated Riv for many years and finally got a Cheviot then a Sam Hillborne and couldn’t be happier with them. Your imitation is better than mine ever were (Jamis Coda Sport with Albatross bars and such) and I’m sure you’ll find the right Riv again

[RBW] WTB: 58 Hunqapillar

They may start becoming available in the next few months as people swap out to the Gus Boots Wilson. Good luck Hunq hunting! -- 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

[RBW] Model/Size Recommendations for PBH 82ish -- In between sizes

Heavy guy here (250) - I’m a good fit on a 56cm Sam, and good on 60cm Cheviot. PBH 84.5cm. I bet you’d really enjoy a 55cm Cheviot (as mentioned above). I ride my Cheviot with 42mm basketball tires (a.k.a Continental Sport Contact II City Tire) and fenders so there’s room to spare. I’d suggest

[RBW] WTB: 170mm Sugino crank arms (XD600 triple or XD2) to replace 175mm

Just want to try the shorter crank arms (currently have 175mm on Sugino XD600 triple 26-36-46t) but would buy a whole crankset if that’s what you’ve got. If it’s a crankset you’ve got, I’d be particularly interested in one with a 24t low chainring and/or 48t high chainring. Located in Napa,

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Handsome Sam there Erik! Familiar looking even (see my double top tube, drop bar Sam pic here). Rode up Mt. Veeder in Napa today, here’s my Sam taking a break on a little plank bridge half way up the mountain: https://imgur.com/a/vhNTgPr -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Gabriel - what fenders are those? Handsome Cheviot! -- 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

[RBW] T780 Front derailleur: which chainstay angle 63, 66, 69? Sam Hillborne and/or Cheviot FD-T780

Want to run a Sugino XD600 triple with 24-36-48 but the FD-M780 says it’s a max 44t chainring ... I’m already using a 46t chainring and I know the specs always have some wiggle room, but figured 48t is too high for the M780. Looking at the T780 (M for mountain, T for trekking apparently). It

[RBW] Ride Report, Brothers in CA

Great ride report! I’m in Napa and grew up in Glen Ellen (near Santa Rosa) and can say you picked a beautiful ride! Your ride over the hill from St. Helena to Santa Rosa must have been tough but I agree these hills are just beautiful (and with so few cars). Great pics, ride on! Abe -- You

[RBW] WTB: Nitto 42cm strut (only one) or any strut over 37cm

Want to buy a 37cm or longer Nitto strut, straighter the better. I see they come in 420mm / 42cm size but any strut that was cut but is still at least 37cm long is long enough. I’d prefer to pick up in the SF Bay Area but let me know a shipped price if you’re not nearby (I’m in Napa, CA but

[RBW] Re: Sugino 40x26 wide low double?

Fitz Cyclez, great! He's my friend's neighbor in Santa Rosa, lovely guy. On Tuesday, 12 February 2019 11:17:32 UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: > > I was just defining my wide-low double gear setup for my new Fitz > All-Road, and the gearing looks pretty similar. > > 40/24 x 11-26 11 speed,

Re: [RBW] Re: Well done Cheviot marketing

Keith, I do remember you! My friend asked you about your mirror (and since bought one) and we ended up with a GREAT ride that day. The Cheviot was the ride champ! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Friction vs Indexed

+2 for both indexed and friction. I have Microshift shifters on my Sam, they're friction on the front, switchable to friction or indexed on the rear. Strongly recommended. They call these "friction transferable" meaning you can switch between the modes. It requires an allen key, super easy

[RBW] Re: Grant's Waterford SS FS

This is my conflict/shame/pride on my Sam and it's unnamed former rider ... I told one person in St. Helena while on my very first ride and he said something like, "I think I read about that on the blagh, didn't he write not to brag about it being his old bike?":

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

My initial best guess for dual control shifter/brakes are: (a) Shimano R3030 and R3000 brifters ($132 for the set) https://www.bikesale.com/shimanosorar30303x9-speedbrakeshiftleverset.aspx (b) Micronew (Microshift?) R9 controla ($72 for the set): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DK73PHH Would these

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

ay, April 15, 2019 at 12:11:21 PM UTC-5, Pancake wrote: >> >> My friend got a Sam Hillborne and wants to swap over to brifters (since >> he enjoyed them so much on the last bike he rode). What 3x9 brifters would >> you recommend? >> >> Current setup: >> 6

Re: [RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

on't match what Shimano designed into their triple setup. >> I've been running a setup like that for years and it works great. >> >> On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 10:11:21 AM UTC-7, Pancake wrote: >>> >>> My friend got a Sam Hillborne and wants to swap over to brifte

Re: [RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

I like that idea Jonathan, but my friend says his knees hit the bar ends when they’re in the extended back position (low gear for the front/left, high bear on the rear/right). As I write that it occurs to me that perhaps wider bars are a cheaper and possibly better solution. But the friend is

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

Thanks Aeropref, that’s just what I needed to know. Could you tell me which front derailleur you’re using with that setup? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] Re: Maintenance advice, please

Agreed that just a bit of water will be fine for most of that. Bikes are meant to withstand a bit of rain, so okay to spray it a bit with the hose nozzle on shower setting. Then I use a nylon brush (a toilet bowl cleaner works great, but dedicate one for the bike rather than getting the one you

[RBW] Re: New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

Reading this thread makes me remember all that led up to my current setup, most of the same steps and problems. *Unlike *you (I suspect) I'm quite heavy (6'0" 260 lbs, though I started riding closer to 290). *Like* you I tried different seats and seatposts for my dropbar Sam and Bosco bar

[RBW] Joe Appaloosa spotted in Napa - who’s in our neighborhood?

Michael liked you bike a ton which says something because he rides a his old steel frame around an awful lot. His old trek 820 has a SON dynamo hub on some nice hand built wheels and 3 decades of replacement parts and upgrades ... he puts more than 12,000 miles on it every year, he’s hilarious

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

Mark's suggestion: If your friend is set on STI, then he should go with a complete Shimano > drivetrain. My experience with Shimano STI and the Sugino crank left much > to be desired. It just didn't shift as sure and smooth as a full Shimano > package. All other parts will work fine.

Re: [RBW] Smaller tires on Cliffhanger rims? Snoqualmie (44mm) or small as 38mm? Sam Hillborne 700c

; > > FWIW, I ended up getting a different, narrower wheelset in which 38-44mm > was in the “optimum range”. > > > ~Mark > > Raleigh, NC > > > > On Sep 27, 2019, at 11:54, Pancake > > wrote: > > *Summary*: plan to switch to tubeless setup, but how small a tire is safe

Re: [RBW] Smaller tires on Cliffhanger rims? Snoqualmie (44mm) or small as 38mm? Sam Hillborne 700c

And with John’s answer we have a winner! Thanks John! Next: did you use the Velocity 21mm tape and valves? Which sealant did you use? Orange Endurance? Stan’s? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Smaller tires on Cliffhanger rims? Snoqualmie (44mm) or small as 38mm? Sam Hillborne 700c

Treefort bikes: $145 for rear: https://www.treefortbikes.com/Quality-Wheels-Rear-Wheel-Clydesdale-XL-Rim-Brake-700c $110 for front: https://www.treefortbikes.com/Quality-Wheels-Front-Wheel-Clydesdale-XL-Rim-Brake-700c The front seems to be available everywhere else for $125. Limitations on

[RBW] Smaller tires on Cliffhanger rims? Snoqualmie (44mm) or small as 38mm? Sam Hillborne 700c

*Summary*: plan to switch to tubeless setup, but how small a tire is safe / wise on a 700c Velocity Cliffhanger rim? Snoqualmie (44mm) should be fine, but can I use even smaller tires if I want later? *Details: * Cliffhangers are tubeless compatible, 25mm internal and 30mm external width rims.

Re: [RBW] Smaller tires on Cliffhanger rims? Snoqualmie (44mm) or small as 38mm? Sam Hillborne 700c

Marc, thanks for the detailed and specific reply! What wheelset / rim did you end up using instead? Abe -- 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] Smaller tires on Cliffhanger rims? Snoqualmie (44mm) or small as 38mm? Sam Hillborne 700c

re. > > For sealant I used Stan’s but have purchased the new Panaracer sealant > that Compass sells. I’ll use this when these tires need to be replaced. > > https://www.renehersecycles.com/new-sealant-for-rene-herse-tires/ > > > John > > On Sat, Sep 28, 2019 at 7:44 P

[RBW] Re: Drivetrain Hack

What a great range with this setup! When my triple crankset is worn I'm hoping to replace it with a similar setup to yours (though in 2x9) with a Sugino or Silver double in front and probably with 34-46 because I'm a heavy fellow surrounded by mountains that need the easier gearing. I'll

[RBW] Re: It's getting to be that time of year again: Time to order stuff from Rivendell

Happened to be in Walnut Creek yesterday with my baby sleeping in the carseat so I stopped by and bought sundries (soap, chapstick, and such) ... saw so many fantastic hillybikes out for sale! I guess every little bit counts and seeing all those big tires made me think about selling my Salsa

[RBW] Re: WTB: rear wheel, 700c, 135mm wide, 9 speed compatible, rim brake, quick release

Thanks Kai, I think I may have been the one to refer you to that wheel originally when I was looking into tubeless with Snoqualmie tires. But I'm hoping someone on the list has something for a bit lower cost and a bit narrower rim. If no one on the list has a silver bullet like above hanging

[RBW] Re: WTB: rear wheel, 700c, 135mm wide, 9 speed compatible, rim brake, quick release

nished. Abe On Monday, December 2, 2019 at 11:48:06 AM UTC-8, Pancake wrote: > > Need rear wheel similar to my front wheel *or *a tubeless wheelset of > similar size. The current front wheel is a dynamo hub with Atlas rim and DT > Swiss double butted spokes. > >- 700c rim

[RBW] Re: Friction Shifting Dyna-sys

I'm looking at using friction shifters (Sunrace thumbies upside down) on my 9-speed cassette with a clutched derailleur from: (a) Shimano 10 speed (e.g., M786) or (b) Microshift Advent ... could you give me some more info about the Blahg or Blug that mentioned this method for adjusting the

[RBW] Re: WTB: 650b wheelset (for Rosco Baby build) AND tires too - want to buy by this weekend, SF Bay Area

Hi Justin, Byways could be very nice, but I'll have to take a raincheck as several of the not-quite-ideal offers I've got so far include tires and I'm still not settled on a wheelset. So far the offers have all been: (1) are a little narrow of a rim (like AMAC above, though he's my backup

[RBW] Re: WTB: 650b wheelset (for Rosco Baby build) AND tires too - want to buy by this weekend, SF Bay Area

Real world review, perfect! However, I’m hoping for a wheel set that can take up to 60mm tires. I think we’re gonna run this thing pretty plush and wide. I’m now in touch with a couple members about their Alex wheelsets trying to sort out prices and details. But I’m still hoping that something

[RBW] Re: Fancier Cheviot?

Based on a couple vague blahg references there's been fun speculation about the "25th/26th Anniversary" frame but no one really knows. Does seem like the Clem L < Cheviot < ___*?*___ lineup would be a little rich with step-thru frames, but as one of the many MOMs (Men on Mixtes) I can get

[RBW] WTB: 12mm Inner Chainring Bolts & 4mm spacers (for granny ring attachment to Flag crankarms M8)

Thanks to a generous group member I now have a great pair of Specialized "Flag" ST crankarms. And thanks to another group member I have 110/74 chainrings and chain guard for them. *But I'm missing the ~4mm spacers and 12mm or 12.5mm bolts to attach the inner ring to the crankarm. Like these:

[RBW] WTB: 650b wheelset (for Rosco Baby build) AND tires too - want to buy by this weekend, SF Bay Area

My friend and I are building up a Rosco Baby (medium) this weekend and have most the parts ... except we *need a 650b wheelset and tires*. Looking for something like Rivendell's offerings would be ideal, Cliffhanger, Atlas, or similar rims that can take a 45mm+ tires. Their "Velocity-Built

[RBW] Re: WTB: 650b wheelset (for Rosco Baby build) AND tires too - want to buy by this weekend, SF Bay Area

soon > after. I could send pictures along if you like. Let me know. > > Best, > > Andrew > > > On Monday, December 16, 2019 at 1:17:58 PM UTC-8, Pancake wrote: >> >> My friend and I are building up a Rosco Baby (medium) this weekend and >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Drivetrain Hack

Did you ever mount the Advent derailleur and try it with friction shifters? Curious 9 speed cassette users want to know how their thumbies might work with this affordable, clutched derailleur ... Also, thanks for the VO rings! Abe On Sunday, November 10, 2019 at 10:41:34 AM UTC-8, Joe Bernard

[RBW] How to make your own saddle bag quick release for $1.00. This also works for sprung saddles.

Great idea, definitely will do something similar for my Acorn bag that’s a hassle to take on and off with my Flyer and B67 saddles. Rather than washers at the ends, I have a couple alternatives: 1. Put some indentations into the dowel for the bag straps to rest in. Removes weight rather than

[RBW] Re: WTB Sugino 30-46t double crankset w/ 175mm arms (or triple to make a double w/outer chain guard) or another brand 2x9

Joe, those chainrings and guard look ideal! And I want to buy your Secula taillight. Do you happen to have any 175mm or 172.5mm crankarms that would fit those chain rings? Alternately, I have Sugino XD600 cranksets on my other two bikes and could swap bits around to make something work ...

[RBW] FS: Secula Plus taillight, fender mount

You have a few parts I’m after Joe - and I’m semi-local. I’ll buy your Secula taillight. I can probably pick up tomorrow or Sunday. I’ll PM you about this and the VO chainrings. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] WTB: rear wheel, 700c, 135mm wide, 9 speed compatible, rim brake, quick release

Need rear wheel similar to my front wheel *or *a tubeless wheelset of similar size. The current front wheel is a dynamo hub with Atlas rim and DT Swiss double butted spokes. - 700c rim brake - 135mm wide - 9 speed compatible hub (to fit a Shimano HG400 cassette) - ~25mm external

[RBW] Re: WTB Sugino 30-46t double crankset w/ 175mm arms (or triple to make a double w/outer chain guard) or another brand 2x9

Thanks KJ and for all the PMs - I have a few messages out to folks and waiting on prices. I will be getting a Specialized Strongarm crankset triple with 42/32/24t for $10 but I’m still looking for something nicer and with the 46/30 chainrings (or just the chainrings). Couple messages about one

[RBW] Re: WTB Sugino 30-46t double crankset w/ 175mm arms (or triple to make a double w/outer chain guard) or another brand 2x9

Great idea, this is just the sort of creative suggestion this list generates, thanks! I'll keep looking for those ... maybe someone here has a crankset and some chainrings like that they want to sell? Abe On Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 3:21:38 PM UTC-8, Nick Payne wrote: > > I'd look for

[RBW] WTB Sugino 30-46t double crankset w/ 175mm arms (or triple to make a double w/outer chain guard) or another brand 2x9

*Summary*: WTB affordable 30x46t double crankset with 175mm crankarms. Sugino would be great but open to other options. A triple that has (or can have) the outer chain ring position replaced with a chain guard would work just as well. *Details*: I am building a bike for my brother-in-law (VO

Re: [RBW] Re: Advice Sought on Hubs and Rim Choice

Great find Tarik, thanks! The Alex Adventure (sometimes called Adventurer) 2 rim is a great fit for the tire sizes we've been talking about, and at a lower cost it could save a bit to spend on nicer hubs or other bits. They're also lighter than the Cliffhangers (by 95g) and Atlas (by 50g) for

[RBW] Re: Advice Sought on Hubs and Rim Choice

I'm in the same boat for width because I'm also running Snoqualmie Pass tires on my Atlas rims currently - 44mm would be great for Cliffhangers but under 40mm is not "optimal" though others have reported success at 38mm. The Voyager from VO is the middle ground: 22mm internal width, 27

[RBW] Re: Advice Sought on Hubs and Rim Choice

Rims: the Velocity Atlas is great but (1) is it not tubeless compatible and it's nice to have that option later even if you won't need it now. (2) The Atlas is also limited to "optimal" tire widths from 25-45mm (though many folks run wider tires without issues). The Cliffhanger is what I'm

[RBW] Advice Sought on Hubs and Rim Choice

Very nice picks Clayton! A bit pricy though: $323 for MI5 hub $275 for Schmidt hub $180 for two cliffhanger rims $57 for 64 Spain strong spokes Plus build and shipping costs for some dream wheels. I was looking at something that looks similar with Cliffhanger or Voyager rims, Shutter Precision

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Cheviot complete, Crust Towel Rack build

There is a 59cm Clem H for sale on the list for $600, FYI. I saw just telling my friend that once I have a Rosco Baby I should switch my Cheviot to dropbars ... 95% joking, but this galerías Crust Towel Rack plus Paul Compinents build has got me thinking a lot harder about it. Great to see

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

At Riv HQ today Grant said something like, “roadies v-braked complete bike in similar style to Susie. Likely with the upcoming Riv made v-brakes, tig welds. We’ll see.” Sounds great to me - looking forward to those v-brakes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: WTB: 650b wheelset (for Rosco Baby build) AND tires too - want to buy by this weekend, SF Bay Area

Everyone who said, “the derailleur clamp size is 31.8mm, it’s a double butted seat tube so your caliper measurement was wrong because it was too high on the tube” ... you were right! 34.9 mm to 31.8 mm shim from the local bike store and then we were in action! This is more than just a baby

[RBW] Rosco Baby build V1.0 - built fast and fun!

Agree with you on all that ... though these photos are of my daughter with my friend Ronnie on the bike. He has the pics of me with baby on board, but I don’t have copies yet. My daughter kept saying “more” every time we stopped for even a moment. Great! Abe -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: WTB: 650b wheelset (for Rosco Baby build) AND tires too - want to buy by this weekend, SF Bay Area

Success! Got a nice wheelset from Joe Bunik and nearly finished with the quick and dirty build up of the Rosco Baby for a first ride this morning. I was missing two parts: - 1 x 650b / 27.5" tube - should've bought at Riv! I only had one on hand yesterday as I assembled the bike. -

[RBW] Rosco Baby build V1.0 - built fast and fun!

Build details and list: PartDescription Frame / ForkRivendell Rosco Baby medium Chainrings Sugino 26-36-46 Crankarms Sugino XD2 172.5mm Bottom Bracket UN-55 English Threaded 107mm Pedals Vice VP Pedals Front wheel 650b, 32h, Cliffhanger, Deore, double-butted Rear wheel

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

Lots of good replies, but my opinion based on some similar paint and clear coat repairs to other Rivendells: *Before* considering sand paper, *definitely try scratch removal compound. Specifically, Meguiar's Ultimate Compound. *It's $10 at Walmart, AutoZone, or O'Reilly's ... or free if you

[RBW] WTB: crankarms or crankset 170mm with 110 / 74 BCD - Sugino, Specialized "Flags", Velo Orange, or anything silver

And I’ve got crankarms in the mail from Justin! Thanks for the suggestions and help. I’ll report back if I can feel a difference and if it helps with knee pain. Stretching and some PT exercises in the meantime. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Bluelug/Nitto Losco Bar

I saw that post too, another great swept back option! My Rosco Baby has the original Bosco and the rise is helpful, but I'd love to see the Losco on some other bikes, it fills a gap in the long sweep back bar options. Abe On Friday, January 24, 2020 at 3:04:55 PM UTC-8, Gabriel Bruguier wrote:

[RBW] Advice Needed: Best Remedy for a Slipping Hunqapillar Seatpost

I have one of those surly hangers if you want. Postage plus $2 and it’s yours. But I agree with the others that friction paste is the first thing to try. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] WTB: crankarms or crankset 170mm with 110 / 74 BCD - Sugino, Specialized "Flags", Velo Orange, or anything silver

Summary: Looking to experiment with shorter crankarms to see if it helps with some knee pain. I'd like to stick to Sugino XD2 / XD600 compatible crankarms so they'll be interchangeable with my other cranksets and chainrings. Details: My legs are short relative to my upper body, and one leg is

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