[RBW] Re: You Know You're Addicted to Rivendell When . . .
You're a teacher and along with the posters of The Constitution and Declaration of Independence that adorn your walls is a HUNQAPILLAR poster that the students love. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.
I like the green but think it needs a cream head tube. The green would look great in the woods. The orange is sweet too, though I agree, it is flashy. FWIW. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Question / Poll/ Crazy idea? Read on...
Interesting idea. I have a shelf full of great bicycling reads. I would be interested in participating. Think I might start with Into Thick Air. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: messing around with my Hunqapillar
I ride a Hunqaplliar with bullmoose bars. They are a perfect fit. No adapters needed! I especially love riding off road. These bars are solid and give me a great feeling of control. I think you will be very satisfied with them. ~ Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Love the Drops.
Yes, love the drops. I've had them on my Atlantis since day one and have never considered changing. I really enjoyed reading your description, Hugh. I know the feeling you describe. Well done. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Trying to decide on handle bars for my Hunqapillar
I started with Bullmoose bars on my Hunqapillar. Switched to Albas for a bit but found them to be too upright for my riding style. Too much weight was on the seat and there wasn't enough stretch. I found that most of my riding was on the curve of the Albas and not too comfortable. Then I lopped 1.5 inches off the ends of the Bullmoose and went back to them. They are great for trail riding and all around riding. I highly recommend them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] bar grip removal
I'm planning to switch my bullmoose bars for albatrosses. Need to remove the ergo bar grips to do this and was wondering if the group had ideas how to do this without destroying the grips. They are not glued but don't budge when I try to loosen them. Any ideas would be appreciated. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/GQf2dNqFJsUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: which riv should I sell?
Thanks for all the replies. I've given the replies some thought and will try to cut costs elsewhere. Already have a plan. I realize that if I sell one, the chances of someday replacing it is slim. I would have most likely sold the Hunqapillar but every time I ride it, I realize what a fun bike it is. I'm keepin' both. Bill On Saturday, December 1, 2012 2:23:45 PM UTC-4, fulf wrote: Never thought I'd ever think of selling a Rivendell but with my third son in college and plenty of bills in the mailbox, I'm thinking that one must go. I just don't know which one. I have a four year old Atlantis which is set up as a touring/rando bike and a Hunqapillar which is my go anywhere bike. The Atlantis has noodle bars, 700*40 marathon supremes and is very comfortable. The Hunq has bullmoose bars and 700*50 duremes. It's a little sluggish on long rides but is great for trails and shorter rides. Is also very comfortable and is less than a year old. Typically I ride them on a 28 mile commute, up to 50 mile loops, around town on errands and someday,trail rides and I hope to ride a long tour. I love both the bikes and really don't which one to part with. Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks. Bill PS- I hope Manny one bike is enough Acosta is right. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Mqxfouk-onwJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] which riv should I sell?
Never thought I'd ever think of selling a Rivendell but with my third son in college and plenty of bills in the mailbox, I'm thinking that one must go. I just don't know which one. I have a four year old Atlantis which is set up as a touring/rando bike and a Hunqapillar which is my go anywhere bike. The Atlantis has noodle bars, 700*40 marathon supremes and is very comfortable. The Hunq has bullmoose bars and 700*50 duremes. It's a little sluggish on long rides but is great for trails and shorter rides. Is also very comfortable and is less than a year old. Typically I ride them on a 28 mile commute, up to 50 mile loops, around town on errands and someday,trail rides and I hope to ride a long tour. I love both the bikes and really don't which one to part with. Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks. Bill PS- I hope Manny one bike is enough Acosta is right. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/kDRz8pJWX0EJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Things I wish Rivendell still sold..
Boo sucker shorts, Laddie pencils, and I would like to see the jersey return. -Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Van0GE4D4AIJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Denali Tour Photos
Thanks for posting. Your photos bring back great memories when I visited Alaska a few years ago. Your tour must have been awesome.Bill On Thursday, August 2, 2012 2:35:05 PM UTC-3, Kelly wrote: Just finished up a two week tour in Alaska. Here are some photos (mostly scenery) with some bike shots. I did this one through Adventure Cycling. Here is the link http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157630829044946/ Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/LF4zkveIvvEJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Dave Eggers reviews Just Ride
Dave Eggers reviews Just Ride in this week's New York Times Book Review. It's clear that he understands the book and the pleasure of simply riding a bike. I enjoyed his description of showing up for a casual ride with a friend only to see the friend dressed in a tight shirt with advertisements, a helmet with stripes or flames and spandex leg enclosures- all for a ten mile ride on a bike path. He states that bike riding should be a ludicrously enjoyable means of getting around. He writes an excellent review-even the title, Easy Riders is right on. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Bc04r0tBMfQJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Dave Eggers reviews Just Ride
I don't know if the review is online yet. I received a paper copy yesterday and it is dated 7/29. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/6F4fAVu9QXYJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Hunqa/Sam Handlebars
I vote for the bullmoose. I ride a 54 cm Hunqapillar with bullmoose bars and absolutely love them. They make the bike easy to control and provide a comfortable ride. There are times when I'd like more hand positions but they are few. Riding into a headwind I've been able to find a hand position at the bend of the bar. Not for long riding, but it does make me more aerodynamic. Can't go wrong with the bullmoose on a Hunqapillar! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/27hlmLreFMUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Why I Like Commuting On My Bike
I just got home from my 28 mile commute and loved it. Rode the Hunqapillar today for only the second time. I'm amazed that even with dureme 50s the bike rolls well. Think I like the morning ride best. The cool southern Maine air has a way of waking me up. Often on the way home I hit a sea breeze that provides a challenge. The kids in my school think it's pretty cool that their teacher rides his bike to work. On Sunday, April 29, 2012 11:45:23 PM UTC-3, JimD wrote: The past few weeks have reminded me about why my routine ~6 mile ride to and then from work is so compelling. It provides a mini adventure to start and end the day with. The half hour that is usually takes relaxes me in the morning and provides decompression in the evenings. We have had changeable spring conditions here in the Northern Calif Bay Area. One recent ride home turned into torrential rain at about the 3 mile mark. I arrived home wet, cold, and happy. I'm a much happier camper when I ride as compared to when I drive. -JimD -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/xwnr95A-jJkJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar: crotch-worried
I'm in the process of building my hunq so I have yet to ride it. When I ordered it I spoke with Grant who recommended the 54. I'm now a little concerned because I'm 5'11 with a pbh of 87. I'm building it with bullmoose bars and 700*50 duremes. I'll have a better idea if it's the right fit in a couple of months. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/l8Pp-s1keasJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: What's your winter project? 2011 version
This winter I'll be building my Hunqapillar. I got the frameset in September along with a bottom bracket and crank. Last month I got bullmoose handlebars, and brake levers. I had a leftover mini rack for the front. Most recently I ordered Marathon Duremes 700*50s. I've been going back and forth on the wheels. The impatient me wants an affordable wheelset right now while the I want the best Rich built wheel says buy one at a time and have the wheel for my lifetime. I'm leaning toward the latter and hoping for the rear wheel for Christmas. Other questions I'm pondering is if the 700*50 SKS fenders will provide enough coverage, if with the bullmoose bars I'll need a more comfortable seat being that I'll be more upright? Right now I ride the Brooks B17 on my Atlantis and it's very comfortable. My plan is to have the Hunq on the road by spring but I'm not very patient and seeing it on my basement floor is driving me crazy! Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/1WFaC_9PCnIJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New England Riv Ride?
I'd be interested in riding the Acadia part. I've ridden the carriage roads there before and they are awesome. You can ride the entire day and never meet up with a car. Plus there's the Jordan House where they serve great food with a wonderful view. If the dates line up I'd love to ride those trails with other Riv riders. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Kw1QN9HmsbUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New Atlantis
I own an Atlantis with noodle handlebars and absolutely love them. My commute is 28 miles round trip so comfort is vital. I have used the Albatross bar and moustache on another touring frame. The albatross bars are comfortable for shorter rides but for longer ones I prefer the noodle. With the albatross I sit more upright and it places more weight on my seat which I found uncomfortable. I switch the moustache and albatross often on bike #2 but I never touch the Atlantis with the noodle bar. For what it's worth...Bill On May 2, 5:06 pm, johnb jbust...@gmail.com wrote: So I pulled the trigger on Friday and purchased a new Atlantis. In my extended conversations with Keven and Vince @ Rivbike, they were encouraging me to think beyond Noodle bars and specifically to the Albatross bar. I plan to use this bike for commuting to work on very hilly terrain @ 8 miles each way, local bike rides of about 50 miles on the weekend, supported and self-supported touring. I would truly like for this bike to be a jack of all trades. I have an Albatross on a QB that I ride to the store and like it quite a bit and I think it would be great for commuting but am concerned with the longer rides with this bar. Any experience with this set up? Anyone try to use two different bars with quick connects for the cables (I saw one of these on cyclofiend site and thought it was a brilliant idea)? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Lay-aways
I experienced the negative to saving for a bike this past winter. I had money all saved and was one phone call away from ordering a hunqapillar frame when my wife and I started preparing for another Maine wintah. While lowering the storm windows they literally came apart in our hands. Well-you guessed it, my hunqapillar became replacement windows and although we are warmer- I'm not having nearly as much fun. Bill On Mar 4, 2:25 am, Stonehog stone...@gmail.com wrote: Ray - it sounds like you are on to a lost idea. You could write a book on the lost art of saving for something. It could be like a new diet book for Euromericans. It's funny - when I bought my Hilsen, it was the first thing I saved up for probably since I was a kid. I then bought components over the next few months as I saved up for them. I found this method strangely rewarding. I had a bike that was slowly transforming before my eyes. As a matter of fact, I'm still saving up for stuff to add to or change on it. Next up, dyno hub and light... Mobile Brian Hanson On Mar 3, 2011, at 6:36 PM, Way Rebb grayc...@mac.com wrote: I've never understood why lay away is more appealing than saving up for something. Of course in my case I never actually buy what I save up for. For example I recently saved up for another Hillborne. I figured I could leave the big racks, bags, baskets on and be ready for vacations (tours), trip to farmers market, anywhere I might need to haul stuff. When I reached the Hillborne goal I thought hey just a little more and I can get a Hunqapillar, that might be a more rugged tough stuff hauler type bike. When I reached that goal I thought hey just save a little more and I can get the Atlantis that might be the ultimate.. And as I reached that goal I thought hey with this money I can get both a Hillborne AND a 21 iMac. I didn't buy either but I thought hey just a little more and I can get a custom. But why? There would be nothing custom about it, probably just a Sam Hunq-a-pilson with front brake cabling on the right. Saving up is way to confusing. -Ray On Mar 1, 10:43 am, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news_post/335 Okay, how many read this and immediately thought, Hmmm(insert new bike dream here), 20% down would be...and remainder divided by 7 equals...? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Supremes for mild off-road (non-pavement)
I have Marathon Supremes 700*35 and they're fine for the road and carriage trails. Now in winter I've replaced them with the Marathon Extremes 700*40 which work a lot better when the roads and trails get messy. I have a lot more confidence in the Extremes. Bill On Feb 3, 7:25 am, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: Have used both the 26 and 700C versions on non-paved roads and/or trails. They work just fine. Not sure I'd want them as racing tires on farm roads in the driftless region of Iowa. But for most things short of that, they'd be fine. But yeah, they do get slippery on ice. But not much worse than a Pasela or similar lightly grooved tire. Haven't tried them in snow. Prefer the grip of studded tires. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Feb 3, 2:38 am, charlie charles_v...@hotmail.com wrote: They slip on ice..just ask me! I ride mine on dirt, gravel, minor mud like riding through mud puddles and the surrounding muddy areas but mostly pavement. You just have to be careful. I like the lighter weight, low rolling resistance and width of the my 700 x 40's (38mm actual). I can ride them at lower pressures and I have enough volume that I avoid pinch flats and they roll fast with about 65 psi and I am 265+ these days. On Feb 2, 8:35 pm, J. Burkhalter burk...@yahoo.com wrote: Hey Forrest, I have the 40s on my QB, and while I bought them for my daily/nightly commuting here in Denver, they have seen a fair amount of dirt road/ trail action up in the mtns. Absolutely super tire! Obviously not the best in thick sand or mud, but for forest service roads, etc. they are great. -Jay B On Feb 2, 6:45 pm, Forrest ftme...@me.com wrote: How capable are the Schwalbe Marathon Supremes for mild non-pavement riding -- e.g., gravel roads, crushed rock rail trails, and the like? Thanks, -- Forrest (in immediate-post-blizzard Iowa City)- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Hunqapillars?
I vote for the Atlantis, but go for a new one. I was close to buying a Hunq,it was 1500 for a Tawain built and 1600 for made in the USA. For 400 bucks you might as well go Atlantis. The bike is incredibly versatile. I'm going from 35mm tires to 50s for the winter. I can it it comfortably on or off road and it definitely has the Rivendell class. When you think of a lifetime bike, what's four or five hundred bucks? On Dec 4, 9:39 pm, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: I've ridden a LHT, and have many friends that have them. But honestly I'm amazed that anyone would consider it to be an option to or equal to the Riv Line. Different strokes for different folks and all that, but bar none I have never ridden a bike that rides as good as or that had the quality or resale of the Rivendell. So if I save 500 bucks on the frame over a hiborne (I keep typing hilbourne as my middle name is kilbourne, guess they need to change the spelling) I get it back the day I sell it and have a better riding bike to boot. Anything else I go to equals more value. Which is also a lower cost of ownership. So while I believe the LHT and other Surly bikes are wonderful, I don't believe they are in the same ballpark.. not apples to apple comparison anyway. If so why ever buy a Rivendell? My wife has a beautifyl 57cm Merlin extra light that is setup to fit her .. we can barely get 700x28's on it but we did. She test rode a Hilbourne and AHH and road her Merlin inbetween when I picked up my AHH and came back from the ride and ordered a Roadeo telling me to get her Merlin sold. I've heard this story from many many people in the short time I've been around. these bikes. I've seen and ridden the customs that my other tall friends ride that don't have room for fenders and just don't ride as well. (note they don't have a bell either) Oh well.. Since this is a Rivendell Owners Group, I guess I can get away with this post.. ;) Right??? lol later Kelly On Dec 4, 3:12 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: What more is there to discuss? :-) Yeah, I saw that. It's perfect for me. And yet I hesitate. I don't know that I'd use the Bullmoose bars, especially in that size. I've got some thinking to do. It does seem the perfect all-rounder but I just wanted to hear from folks who have actually been riding the bike. And I have yet to see pictures of a production model in the 58cm size. I agree with you about the Fargo. I think they blew it giving it suspension corrected geometry. And as others have pointed out, the classic lines and versatility of the Surly LHT make for a nice option. But we'll see what happens.Something might materialize with a used Atlantis... --mike- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Atlantis fender size
I ordered them from a local bike shop in Portsmouth New Hampshire, Bicycle Bobs. He has always been able to get tires and sizes that I've had trouble finding elsewhere. Plus his prices are good. On Nov 27, 9:18 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Where did your order the Schwalbe Dremes in 700x50? I hope RBW stocks them eventually, they seem like a great tire for an Atlantis, Bombadil or Hunqapillar. On Nov 27, 11:50 am, fulf fu...@myfairpoint.net wrote: I soon will mount new tires for the N'England winter. I've ordered Schwalbe Duremes 700*50. Now I need advice about fenders. If anyone is riding an Atlantis or similar bike with 50s I'd like to hear about your choice in fenders. Thanks. Bill- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Atlantis fender size
Ian-The idea of trimming fenders worries me.Was it a minor trim? Now that snow has fallen are you using the duremes? Am wondering if they are all right in snow. On Nov 27, 7:49 pm, Ian Dickson iandicks...@gmail.com wrote: Before it snowed, I had my Hunqapillar set up with 700x50 Duremes with 700x60 Berthoud stainless fenders: http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529...@n07/sets/72157624965806797/ The fenders fit the tires well, but I did have to trim the rear to make it fit between the chainstays. On Nov 27, 10:50 am, fulf fu...@myfairpoint.net wrote: I soon will mount new tires for the N'England winter. I've ordered Schwalbe Duremes 700*50. Now I need advice about fenders. If anyone is riding an Atlantis or similar bike with 50s I'd like to hear about your choice in fenders. Thanks. Bill- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.
I've been patiently waiting for some good shots of the 54 Hunq. Thanks for posting. Your bike looks awesome. I'm curious about the orange,which I prefer, thought the Hunq was only coming in red. What type and size tires are you using? They fit the bike well. Bill On Oct 4, 3:26 am, Ian Dickson iandicks...@gmail.com wrote: That's a Schmidt E6. Might have been the wrong choice. In the winter I'll be riding this bike on the mushing trails near my house, and there are a lot of moose back there that I don't want to startle. The beam on the E6 is so tightly focused that I don't think I'll be able to see much to the sides of the trail. The E6 is pretty, though, and it was a bargain. It would be fine on the road. On Oct 3, 10:05 pm, RoadieRyan ryansub...@gmail.com wrote: Love the orange panels! great looking build what light are you using up front? Beautiful bike Ryan On Oct 3, 9:07 pm, Rob Harrison robha...@gmail.com wrote: Very nice! Rob in Seattle On Oct 3, 2010, at 8:35 PM, Ian Dickson wrote: Some photos of my 54cm Hunqapillar, taken today: http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529...@n07/sets/72157624965806797/with...quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] NonRiv Ride Maine style
So I was feeling low-again there was a sale and ride at RBW HQ and I'm 3000 miles away. Decided I'd do my own Riv ride so I took care of errands, packed a pbj,chips and an apple and pedaled off on my Atlantis for Mount Agamenticus. From my home in Kennebunk,Mt A is 24 miles. The mountain is only 692 feet but from the base it rises in three stages -and they are steep. Last time I rode it I did some walkin'. This time I stopped at the end of each stage and took a breather-no walkin'. It was gorgeous at the top. Many of the trees have begun to turn. MT A is also a fabulous place to view hawk migration. While eating I saw an osprey, many turkey vultures, an American Kestrel and a Peregrine falcon. I was hugging the brake levers on the way down. Unfortunately the road is twisty and I really couldn't let loose. Of course the Atlantis rode beautifully,absorbing the rough roads. At home I enjoyed a cold brew, Fryes Leap brewed by Sebago Brewing Co. It's the closest brew I've found to SNs celebration Ale. All in all it was a fantastic day, although I did miss the comradery of other Riv riders. Maybe next time I'll make to HQ. Sorry ,I have no photos. Went to grab the camera and realized someone else in the family was using it. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Check this Bombadil!
The new Bombadil frame is awesome. Put one on layaway for me-NOW! Bill On Sep 10, 12:17 pm, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: That is fantastic. I love the diagastays, and the thousand braze-ons. Were there 18 bosses for bottles and racks? Philip Williamsonwww.biketinker.com On Sep 9, 8:05 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: This looks great. I wonder if it's more expensive. http://www.rivbike.com/assets/payloads/358/original_sept_9.pdf Also, very interesting fork info. Splats... not so much... I'm sure I'll change my tune on them. --mike- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Bombadil for the trails?
I own an Atlantis set up as a touring bike with 700*35 Marathon Supremes. It rides beautifully on roads. I too have been thinking of adding another Riv, possibly a Bombadil or Hunq. I also considered the AHH and then putting larger tires on the Atlantis. With the suggestions from others of adding an AHH,my new thoughts are about the Hillborne. How does that compare, is it more of an Atlantis or AHH? Bill Any thoughts, comments or anything? Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] shoe suggestions
I'm riding an Atlantis with grip king pedals-which I really like but I'm having trouble finding a good shoe that's comfortable. The Adidas Samba is too narrow for my foot and am getting pain after an hour riding. If anyone has a medium to wide foot and footwear they really like, I'd love to hear some suggestions. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Where are you and when will you take the fenders off for the dry season?
Kennebunk Maine. The fenders on my Atlantis stay on year round. If there's not snow, then there's rain and fog. Also they look great. I even installed fenders on my non-Rivendell bikes-now they have the look, too. Bill On Mar 27, 4:17 am, Robert F. Harrison rfharri...@gmail.com wrote: Honolulu - All fenders, all the time. Like we say out here, if you don't like the weather, wait ten minutes. If you do like the weather, wait ten minutes. Generally I ride to work on wet streets in the morning and come home on dry ones except for the days I do the opposite. Aloha! On Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 11:14 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Do you celebrate the changing seasons by annually pulling off the fenders for the summer and putting them back on for the winter? When do you do it? By feel, by date, or in reaction to the threat of weather? Or do you leave them on year-round? I live in El Cerrito, CA (just north of Berkeley). We had a little rain this week, but I am tempted to take off the fenders from my Hillborne pretty soon. It's freaking gorgeous out. I got the bike last December, so I've never seen it built up without fenders. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Robert Harrison rfharri...@gmail.com statrix.statrix.com- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] velosophy
This is my first post so forgive me if this is old news. I was searching Amazon for cycling books and came across a title new to me, Velosophy by Grant Petersen being released in April. I know that velosophy is a topic on the Riv website but haven't heard about a book so titled. Does anyone know more about this book? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
