[RBW] Re: FS: 57 Grilver Roadini f/f/hs + extras - $700 shipped

[John W]

Is this still available?
On Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10:18:24 AM UTC-4 Erik Wright wrote:

> Bump & price drop, $650 shipped

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[RBW] Re: New ROADEO

[John W]

I know this is veering off topic, but Bill, where would you put the BMC Monster 
Cross rim brake within those comparisons?

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[RBW] Fall Ride Recommendations outside NYC?

[John W]

Old Croton Aqueduct Trail
North and South County Trail

If you don’t mind road riding there is plenty of low trafficked roads north of, 
say, Katonah and beyond on the Metro North train. 

For a longer trip, take the train to Poughkeepsie and ride into New Paltz. A 
few people on this group recently did Minnewaska, which is wonderful. 

Google “Summer Classic” in ridewithgps for another bike route. 

Or take the train to Wassaic and ride into Connecticut or Massachusetts. You 
can’t really go wrong. 

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[RBW] WTT: 60 Rambouillet for MUSA Homer Hilsen

[John W]

Long shot but anyone with a 59 MUSA Homer Hilsen interested in talking about a 
trade deal for a 60 blue Rambouillet? Love the frame but wanting more tire 
clearance. 

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[RBW] Clearnace on the MIT Homer Hilsen?

[John W]

Does anyone here run tires larger than 42mm with fenders on the MIT Homer? 
I'm curious to know about clearance.

I noticed that this frame doesn't get too much discussion. Are people who 
ride 650b mostly in it for road-plus sizes?

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[RBW] Recommend a film camera

[John W]

Almost all autofocus SLR camera / lens systems will allow you to focus 
manually. 

If you want the manual feel, but with good auto exposure capabilities, search 
for a used Nikon FM3A. It was the last of its type ever made by Nikon and as 
such you’re still able to find ones in mint / NOS condition. It’s also one of 
my personal favorites. 

If your budget is lower, search for a used Nikon F3HP, arguably the best pro 
camera ever made. It is still the benchmark for viewfinder quality if you wear 
eyeglasses. 

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[RBW] What's the latest in 700c fenders? Planet Bike Cascadia ALX (50mm), PDW Full Metal (45mm) on a Rambouillet?

[John W]

Seeking reviews — anyone by chance use these fenders on their Rambouillet? 
I'm looking for pre-drilled, relatively easy-to-install fenders with 
included mudflaps, and these fit the bill.

Planet Bike Cascadia ALX (50mm)
https://www.planetbike.com/store/alx-cascadia-config-black-aluminum-bike-fenders-700c-wide-50mm.html

Portland Design Works Full Metal (45mm)
https://ridepdw.com/products/full-metal-fenders-city-size?variant=14871301488697

The 28mm Continental GP4000sii tires I usually run measure an actual 
30-31mm, so I'd like to continue using them without any worry about 
clearance once fall and winter arrive.

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[RBW] OT: Question about where to go (online) for Large Format Film Photography equipments

[John W]

You could try here:
https://www.largeformatphotography.info/

Wistas are still valued today. You shouldn’t have much of a problem selling it. 

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[RBW] WTB: 60cm Rambouillet

[John W]

Anyone who is Marie Kondo’ing their bikes, by chance?

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[RBW] PSA: 1996 Rivendell Road 63 x62, 753 - $1200 (Plymouth, NH)

[John W]

No affiliation. Just posting a couple I happened across this morning that I 
think are pretty good deals.

https://vermont.craigslist.org/bik/d/plymouth-1996-rivendell-road-63-x62-753/6911871064.html

1996 Rivendell custom Road bike, 63 st c-c, 62 tt c-c, Reynolds 753 tubing, 
Nitto front rack , as pictured is included, has a green King headset, mtb 
gearing allows for riding the steepest hills, XT 737 crankset, 175, with 
48-32-22 rings, new chain and new 9 speed XT cassette, 11-34T, .XT 739 rear 
derailleur and XT 735 front der. Nitto Noodle bars, 48 c-c, Shimano 8 speed 
shifter, used in friction, stem is a Nitto with 130 ext. Brakes are Shimano 
BR MC-70 with red Kool Stop pads, excellent braking performance, levers are 
Shimano aero. This bicycle was designed around 700 x 28s with fenders, when 
long reach calipers were introduced, the original owner had Peter Mooney 
install a rear brake bridge. The paint at the bridge is not original, it is 
nail polish over primer. The wheels are Dura Ace hubs laced to Mavic rims, 
32 H, the rear rim was replaced with a Mavic Open Pro. Tires are 30 mm 
Grand Bois, some 32 mm tires do fit. Two water bottle cage placements, 
fender eyelets, and rear rack bosses on the seat stays, seatpost is an 
older Campagnolo Record post, 2 bolt for precise angle adjustment, with a 
nicely broken in Brooks B-17 Championship Special. There are some markings 
on the seat post shaft. Has been ridden on brevets and credit card tours 
and is excellent for both. Will ship at cost, I am an experienced bike 
packer and will pack to ship at no cost.

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[RBW] PSA: $700 Romulus (57cm) build in Hudson Valley.,NY

[John W]

No affiliation. Seen on CL.

https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/bik/6937494912.html

2001 Rivendell Romulus, steel frame made in Toyo shop in Japan. 
I am 5'10 and you can see the setup for me in the pictures. Everything 
except the bags, pedals and bottle cages are included, even the bell. This 
is a wonderful country road bike, it will take 700x40c tires with the 
fenders off. A nice all day ride that can handle the hills, back roads, cow 
paths, and streets of the Hudson Valley and beyond. 
It’s been a while since I posted anything to CL...so...if the ad is up it 
is still available, if thats all you want to know...no need to ask, I won’t 
respond.
Here is the build;
8 x 3 Shimano RSX (105) shifters
Nitto Stem
Nitto noodle bars
Nitto Seat post
Velo Orange hammered fenders
Sugino triple cranks, 170 arms, 
Ckaris 8 speed front Der
Altus rear der
Leather Pearl Saddle
Shimano Ultegra hubs laced to Mavic Open Pro rims
custom bar wrap
Almost new Panaracer Gravel King tires




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[RBW] WTB Canti Sam Hillborne 55cm

[John W]

Weekend bump. I’d consider a sidepull Sam as well. 

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[RBW] WTB Canti Sam Hillborne 55cm

[John W]

My timing hasn't been great. But I'm now looking for a full build to get 
out and ride. I'd consider framesets but as a distant second choice, as I 
recently moved and did a splendid job of whittling down the parts bin 
during that process.

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[RBW] FS: (1)56cm Bombadil Frame, Fork, Headset and Bullmoose Bar (1) 61cm Rambouillet Complete

[John W]

AJ,

What are the dimensions of the Ram? (Your saddle height, top tube, and seat 
tube.) I wasn’t aware that the Ram ever came in a 61 size. 

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[RBW] Winter wool baselayer rec needed

[John W]

Smartwool 250 weight could fit the bill. Their tops tend to be loose, so if in 
doubt size down as a base layer. 

I could never go a week between washings with merino base layers. It’s stinks 
just as much as anything else would. I hop into the shower with my base layer 
on, rinse and hang dry, and do a proper detergent wash about once a week or so. 
Which is to say: wool might not be the cure-all you’re seeking. 

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[RBW] FS: 60cm blue Rambouillet (nearly complete)

[John W]

Do you by chance recall the saddle height in the photos?

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[RBW] Re: PSA- Rambouillet FS in Boston

[John W]

Nice find. I’d buy one of these in a 58 hint, hint. 

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[RBW] Stack and reach of 55 sizes of Appaloosa and (current) Sam?

[John W]

Happy weekend to all. Anyone with a few spare minutes to measure these for me? 
Many many thanks!

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[RBW] Other annoying threads

[John W]

I have been budgeting and planning for a Riv for almost a year now. I am 
primarily interested in threads about pubic bone heights. 

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Re: [RBW] 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

[John W]

Looks god. Do you have a photo of the 55 to compare it to?

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[RBW] Notes on a new Sam Hillborne, Albastache handlebars, and on being "fast enough"

[John W]

Nice build. How does the toe clip overlap compare on the two bikes? And more 
importantly — how do you decide which one to ride?

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[RBW] Re: Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

[John W]

Looks like it was a great time. Thanks for sharing! It really does look 
dangerously dry out there. I wonder how long I could go with the "holding 
water" trick.

On Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 7:40:59 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> In which I ride through nearly every ecosystem Colorado has, wonder if I’m 
> in the Smokey Mountains instead, encounter deer, bear, wild ass, pronghorn 
> antelope, heard elk, and if my cloths got dirty I had plenty of washboard 
> to scrub them clean. Grin.
> https://thegrid.ai/withabandon/fixed-gear-bikepacking-the-colorado-rockies
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> www.CredoFamily.org
> www.MindYourHeadCoop.org
>

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[RBW] Re: Hanging edeluxe from fork crown mount possible?

[John W]

It'll depend on the size of your headset and the type of brakes you're 
using.

I used a B mount that way once, when I had side pull caliper brakes. It 
worked but it was much less than optimal. I had to bend the arms to clear 
the bottom of the headset and the top of the TRP957 brakes. I'd guess the 
cantilevers or center pull brakes would've made this slightly easier.

You'll find some helpful information here:
http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/light-mounts.php


On Monday, June 4, 2018 at 10:52:18 AM UTC-4, Lum Gim Fong wrote:
>
> Recently removed my front rack and fenders for my Rambouillet and 
> currently have my hanging edeLux mounted to my handlebars. But I was 
> wondering is it possible to mount it to the Fork Crown?   Will that work 
> with one of those edeluxe long fork mount arms brackets that riv sells and 
> their lighting section? I don’t know if that thing is tall enough or not 
> and sticks out far enough or not. The Shorty is definitely too short. 
> Anyone done this? If I can do it it’ll prevent me from having to buy 
> another headlight one day and I can move the light from the bars to the 
> fork crown so I can use my barssck in winter.

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[RBW] What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

[John W]

Good points. I definitely think it’s intentional. But sometimes the tool puts 
you in the... right intention?

When I play guitar, I have an instrument with light gauge strings set close to 
the fretboard on a relatively short scale neck. It inspires me to improvise 
lines and play with large note intervals. Another instrument has higher action 
and thicker gauge strings. I comp chords on it and like to play fingerstyle. 
Horses for courses I think can also apply to city riding. 

As for drivers and city infrastructure changing to fit my needs— well, now that 
is a faulty premise if I ever heard one. 

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[RBW] What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

[John W]

I’ve been thinking a lot about safety, and about what it means to “underbike” 
in the city, in the name of keeping oneself purposely at lower-than-average 
speeds and maximally visible to pedestrians and cars. 

Naturally, most of this is in the hands of the cyclist. The best safety is 
defensive cycling. 

That said, as I consider a Riv purchase within the next year, I’m centering my 
decision of the frame and build kit around what would make for an enjoyable 
cycling experience in the city while also reinforcing the thought of, “Hey: 
slow down, be seen, be slow. Ride your bike, but don’t be a cyclist.”

Yes, this is an indulgence. But if anyone who overthought this as much as I’m 
doing, I’d welcome suggestions or thoughts of what worked for you. I’m ruling 
out single speeds due to cranky knees. But gearing and handlebar choices are in 
play. So, too are frames. I’m thinking either a Sam or Atlantis might fit the 
bill. 

I know I could strap a cinderblock to my bike. That sure would slow me down. 
But this is all about creating a fun bike that’s purpose built for this task. 

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[RBW] Re: FS 55cm Sam Hillborne

[John W]

Nice bike. If it had cantilevers I'd snatch it up myself. (I'm looking for 
this size, but my wife won't let me buy new yet!) Good luck with the 
sale.

On Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 6:36:02 PM UTC-4, Mike OShea wrote:
>
> Selling my Blue Rivendell Sam Hillborne, 55 cm. In very good condition. 
> Purchased from Rivendell 2015, it has 733 miles. Used only once in last 
> year hence reason for selling. Stock build (no pedals) except changed 
> handlebar to a drop bar (Technonics). WTB Saddle. Original Albatros cockpit 
> included (minus cables). Also included with sale, front and rear Nitto 
> Racks. (cost over $300.00) The only thing that needs attention is my poorly 
> taped drop bars and grips. Bike has minor scrapes and scratches, some 
> missing paint at dropouts. Bike never crashed or dropped. Selling for less 
> than half price. $1750.00, plus $125.00 shipping lower 48. Will use Bike 
> Flights. Paypal preferred. Located in Bozeman, Montana.
>
> See link for more pics:
>
> https://photos.app.goo.gl/0Jvp12s2CnuurO3y1
>
>
> 
>
>

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[RBW] New Bike Day! Black Mountain Monster Cross

[John W]

Looks great! Curious to hear how you arrived at the brake placement?

And side question — did you get the brakes new, or from the parts bin? Looking 
for a pair myself. 

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[RBW] Re: Informal poll: Sam Hillborne sizing, 6' tall about an 85PBH?

[John W]

Thank you everyone for your very patient advice. I've concluded that a 
current 55 or even better, a 56 with the 57.5 TT, is the way to go for me. 
Basically, what Riv recommends!

John

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[RBW] Re: Informal poll: Sam Hillborne sizing, 6' tall about an 85PBH?

[John W]

My PBH is 85. 

The geo chart can be found here:
https://www.rivbike.com/pages/geometry

The reach seems significantly shorter and the stack significantly higher than 
I’d expect, even having ridden similar compact frames like the Vaya and Awol. 

I’m not saying the number are wrong, but head scratching to someone like me who 
has never ridden a Riv “expanded” geo frame. Hence my poll. 

A picture is worth a thousand words. Anyone have a photo of their 56cm Sam 
(59cm TT) with a saddle height in my neighborhood?

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[RBW] Re: Informal poll: Sam Hillborne sizing, 6' tall about an 85PBH?

[John W]

To clarify, I don’t mean to say that the stack is wrong, just a bit higher than 
I’d expect, even with an upslope. This is going on past experience with compact 
frames, and having ridden others’ off the peg frames like the Awol and Vaya. 

https://www.rivbike.com/pages/geometry

The stack (vertical height from center of bottom bracket to top 
tube/headtubeintersection) is 64.5cm on a size 58 frame. 

My PBH is 85. With shoes on I can comfortably ride my 56cm Disc Trucker, which 
has an 85cm standover with 50mm Marathons. 

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[RBW] Informal poll: Sam Hillborne sizing, 6' tall about an 85PBH?

[John W]

Hello folks,

I'm reaching out for some input regarding current Sam Hillbornes.

I'm 6' tall with an 85PBH (say, 86.25 PBH with shoes.) Saddle height ~75cm, 
a Brooks B17 which runs about 6cm tall.

Riv recommends a size 55 frame, but I know I could ride a 58. I'll ride on 
pavement and trails. Less so, gnarly track. And I'll set up drop bars about 
1cm lower than my saddle. 

My concerns are:

— will I have enough exposed stem above the headset and cable hanger in 
front?
— will the bike handle oddly with just ~2cm of exposed stem?
— am I setting myself up for the inability to use taller upright bars in 
the future?

I cribbed this photo from a fellow with a shorter saddle height than me:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/4354827488/in/pool-hillborne/

The 55 is the safe bet, while the 58 looks doable. 

I'm cautious of getting a bike that's too small for me. Generally speaking, 
I'm a 56cm on Surly road frames and I don't feel stretched out on them.

What say you? 55 or 58?

Separately, looking at the geo charts on Riv's site, the Stack and Reach 
measurements on the Sam Hillbornes look off to me, but perhaps I'm not 
correctly parsing the effect of the 71.5 STA.

Apologies for the naval gazing email. Any input would be appreciated.

John in NYC

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[RBW] Anyone know of a bell that works in the rain?

[John W]

I don’t find myself riding often in downpours, but in light/usual rain my 
Spurcycle maintains its high, clean ding. 

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[RBW] ISO cantilever Sam Hillborne 55/56cm

[John W]

Shaking the tree. I've been having trouble finding a Riv in my size. I'm 
now looking for a Sam 55/56cm frameset or a full build. Please hit me up if 
you have something that you're selling.

John

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[RBW] wtb 55 frame or complete

[John W]

I’m not the OP, but this is where I think potential new Riv riders like myself 
get confused. “Well, you’re a 53 in x frames. A 55 in Y. You’d be a 57 in Z but 
you could also do a 59.” *Runs to geo chart*. 

MountNormal, I’m curious — how does that 56 fit with its 61cm effective top 
tube? What sorts of bars are you running with it?

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[RBW] Quick FAQ? What’s the rear spacing on the Atlantis?

[John W]

My Google-fu is off and I can’t find the answer to this definitively. Is it 
135? 132.5? And has it changed through the years?

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[RBW] Test ride 58cm Atlantis or Hunqapillar in New York City?

[John W]

Thanks Michael. I’m actually looking specifically to test ride the Atlantis (or 
Hunq) to test the frame and fit  qualities. I’d be a 58 in the Atlantis or 
maybe an equivalent 53 in the Hunq for starters. 

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[RBW] Test ride 58cm Atlantis or Hunqapillar in New York City?

[John W]

Leaning toward the Atlantis, but Hunq curious, too. I'm 6' tall, mostly 
torso, and I think a 58cm is a good compromise for a test ride.

If anyone has one I'll bring along coffee or beer in return for a couple of 
laps in the park.

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[RBW] Re: Light but strong wheels for a Sam or ???

[John W]

I like my Pacenti Brevet rims. Light enough for me. Great braking surface, 
fairly easy to mount tires. (I use a long throw Lezyne pump but always keep a 
CO2 cartridge with me just in case.) And one day I’ll try out tubeless and 
these rims will work for that. 

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[RBW] .... or a 56cm Atlantis (was: Long shot WTB: 53cm Hunqapillar)

[John W]

I'm attempting coax that Hunq demo out of Riv's hands.

I've also decided to search for a 56cm Atlantis, if that speaks to anyone.

I purchased a new car-substitute / everyday bike last year, a Disc Trucker, 
and I have buyer's remorse. It's a fine ride but it turns out that I pedal 
through turns much more than I thought at city speeds, and the toe overlap 
bothers me. I've also come to realize that I don't particularly like 
mechanical disc brakes. Live and learn.


On Thursday, January 11, 2018 at 1:22:02 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> I want a 48cm with the grey/kidney-bean Mark's Paint. Fortunately for my 
> credit card they're very rare. 

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[RBW] FS: Nitto Campee Racks - Front & Rear - $170 each

[John W]

Jeffrey, is are these for 700c? Or smaller?

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Re: [RBW] Roadini as commuter?

[John W]

I've long used a Carradice Super C with an SQR quick release. It has an 
ample ~20L capacity and I use all of the space. (You need slightly more 
than a fistful of seatpost for the SQR clamp.) I've done this with a 
variety of bikes including ones that wouldn't fall into the typical 
"commuter" species and its worked just fine. Just another consideration.

On Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 11:22:42 AM UTC-5, Patrick S. wrote:
>
> I currently have a Sulry 24 pack rack + ILE Porteur bag. Not opposed to 
> move everything to the back though. Used to carry loads this way but found 
> that loading up a 26" sized wheel bike in the front helped stabilize the 
> steering a bit. And I also like having quick access to my stuff in the 
> front also. 
>
>>
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[RBW] Long shot WTB: 53cm Hunqapillar

[John W]

Decided to go on a Sasquatch search: a Hunq that doesn't require a 
six-month wait. I know that occasionally people get lucky. Hit me up if you 
know of someone who might know someone

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[RBW] Re: A Homer Hilsen, between 57 and 59: how to decide?

[John W]

Thanks everyone. And I didn’t know that Riv used C-to-Too numbers. That 
actually makes a lot of things make more sense to me. 

I’ve always been a little stand over averse, which doesn’t quite work for 
someone who is mostly torso.

I’ll give the shop a call after the holiday. 

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[RBW] A Homer Hilsen, between 57 and 59: how to decide?

[John W]

Happy holidays, everyone. 

I’m currently seriously considering putting myself on the queue list for an 
AHH, although who knows how long i’ll be waiting. I would benefit greatly from 
some sizing advice. 

I’m 182cm tall, with a 85 PBH and about a 74cm saddle height for most bikes. I 
intend to run drop bars about dead level with the saddle. 

Should I go with a 57 or 59cm, or another size that I’m not considering? I have 
a slight preference for running 700c tires. 

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[RBW] Re: "Winter" clothing help

[John W]

To add to the suggestions, I'm a fan of the Patagonia Houdini jacket and 
pants. What they lack in features (few pockets, no pitzips, single action 
zipper, etc) they make up for in packability and price. I wear the jacket 
alone, or over a vest if I need extra protection. I keep them rolled up in 
my commuting bag and virtually no space or weight penalty, and it gives me 
peace of mind to know that I always have an extra "go to" layer if I need 
it.

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