[RBW] Re: New to me Sam

Care to go into any specifics on how it compares to your Nordavinden? -- 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] It's a beautiful day in the (RBW) neighborhood

It was a beautiful day for a ride in Shell Ridge of the Diablo Foothills. My Bombadil is still being repaired (paint next, I think) so I

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

Thanks Chris for the advice. I’m guessing that you were straddling a 58cm, which has roughly an 85cm standover, with 32ish-mm tires. Although with shoes on, I’d think you’d be able to at least stand over that bike. > On Feb 19, 2018, at 9:46 PM, Christopher Murray

[RBW] Re: New to me Sam

Forgot to mention... Berthoud fenders, Paul Racer brakes and Cane Creelk levers -- 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: Clem Smith Jr

Have to be realistic. It is basically brand new though. -- 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

[RBW] Re: New to me Sam

Thanks all for the feedback! Regarding build specs: - 58 cm frame. Bought it 2nd hand, but it's mint. - Shimano 10sp group with Dura Ace Bare ends, and 105 RD & FD. Sugino crankset, Shimano BB, Ultegra cassette 12-28 - Wheelset is Velocity Dyads laced to Ultegra 6500 hubs, 36 spokes. 32mm

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

In 2012 I went to Rivendell with the intent of getting a 56cm Sam. I was in San Francisco for business and was hoping to bring it home with me. Waterford was making them at the time. I have a 84.75cm PBH and have a 57cm Bleriot, 56cm Quickbeam, 55cm Appa. I'd also ridden a 56cm Atlantis and

[RBW] New to me Sam

Great color, allot of good looking Sam's on the list lately! -- 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.

[RBW] New to me Sam

Really nice! Another request for some build details. What is your bar wrap? -- 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] New to me Sam

Excellent! Love that matching bar tape -- 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

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

I would go smaller if running drops. I was in between sizes in 2009, got the larger frame (60cm) and wished I'd gotten the smaller (56) because the top tube was so long. Even with a short 7 cm stem, it was too long for me, although standover was adequate. 7 years later, I got a smaller Sam

[RBW] Quickbeam Racking

Nathan, how set are you on a front rack vs. rear? You may want to consider a light weight rear rack instead. There seems to be a large range of personal preference, but the QB seems to have geometry that favors a rear load more than a front load, though I’m no expert at that and haven’t tried a

[RBW] Re: New to me Sam

Nice classy build. How about some build details? Is that a 52 cm frame? On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 6:12:31 PM UTC-5, Bob Warner wrote: > > Greetings RBW Bunch, > Thought I'd post my new to me Sam Hillborne! I'm pretty excited about > this bike. I'm the second owner of the frame, and just

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Racking

Nathan, If you decide to ignore Bills advice (and to be honest if i had read this before thinking about what you are i may have not gone thru with my purchase) and try to make it work with the Pauls, I have an M12 and the requisite Pauls Adaptor Nuts in my parts box. I was thinking of doing

[RBW] Re: Have a sub 40 lb Atlantis?

Thanks. I've always been drawn to the utilitarian aesthetic and the Atlantis is my work horse. Bill On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 5:40:21 AM UTC-8, RichS wrote: > > Bill, > > Thanks for posting the pic of your Atlantis (which looks great). Looking > at yours and judging from the

[RBW] Re: The Rivendell Bike Weight Thread

My Atlantis ~38 lbs ready to go out the door on an errand. More for panniers if a marketing run or some such errand. Bill On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 8:25:33 AM UTC-7, Clayton wrote: > > My Toyo Atlantis weight is 30.1 lbs., with no tools or bottles, but with a > rear Nitto rack, front

[RBW] Re: Have a sub 40 lb Atlantis?

Done. Bill On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 8:51:29 AM UTC-8, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Add your weight stats here on the Rivendell Bike Weight thread: > I still have to weigh mine. > > > https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/9alO99IKc8A%5B101-125%5D > -- You received this

[RBW] Re: First Riv/NYC RO

I use the Kryptonite New York Noose and the Kryptonite New York U-Lock. Also have Hexlox peppered throughout the bike. On Sunday, February 18, 2018 at 8:21:20 PM UTC-5, Kainalu V. wrote: > > My Bubbe's got the third mount with the mojave cage as well, I use it to > carry my big insulated kleen

[RBW] Quickbeam Racking

Paul brakes plus their rack adapter are EXTREMELY tall compared to any normal brakes. Like maybe two full centimeters tall. That means it can be quite difficult to use an off the shelf non adjustable rack like the M12 or M13. My advice would be to use Tektro CR720 brakes with and M12 or M13

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Racking

Congrats! I use the M12 and a medium Wald on my green Quickbeam and it works well. The brakes aren't Pauls, however. Isaac -- 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] Re: Quickbeam Racking

I used these (http://www.tubus.com/product.php?xn=32) with good results on my '85 Stumpjumper paired with a Riv HAR rack. On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 12:59:21 PM UTC-8, nathan wrote: > > I'm excitedly building up a new-to-me green 60cm Quickbeam, purchased from > fellow list member Tom! > >

[RBW] Quickbeam Racking

I'm excitedly building up a new-to-me green 60cm Quickbeam, purchased from fellow list member Tom! I'm planning on deploying the classic around town combo: front rack with medium Wald basket. This is an older frame, prior the addition of the mid-stay rack mounts. I'd like to avoid p-clamps if

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith Jr

Wow great price. I sure as heck am not letting my Clem Smith L for these few dollhairs -- 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: Clem Smith Jr

Price shipped is $1,250. > Doug in Athens, GA -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith Jr

Price shipped $1,250. On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 2:46:41 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: > > I have decided to sell my recently purchased Clem Smith Jr H style Grilver > 52 cm stock build to includes the Pletscher rack pictured. I'll include the > Clem Pletscher rack but plan to keep the Brooks

[RBW] FS: Clem Smith Jr

I have decided to sell my recently purchased Clem Smith Jr H style Grilver 52 cm stock build to includes the Pletscher rack pictured. I'll include the Clem Pletscher rack but plan to keep the Brooks saddle and sneaker pedals. I bought it to commute on but have decided to stick with my Trek 520

[RBW] Re: CANTI SAM BUILD

Jonathon, Thanks for the complement. I have only ridden the canti Sam twice. Obviously the canti Sam is lighter. I don't plan on adding any more accessories to the Canti Sam. I still have the double top tube Sam and it's has everything..front & back racks,basket ,Fenders, Dyno hub, fr.& rear

Re: [RBW] Riding within me means ... more fixed gear contemplations

Good to know about the Reigns; definitely at the top of my list. Am currently parsing my daughter's summer schedule; possible brief, summer Great Books program at my alma mater in So Cal, then the Rocky Mountain Orthodox Youth Camp. But I'll holler long before knocking at your door. On Mon,

[RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh wheels search, a horribly disorganized WTB post.

I’ve never snapped a spoke on handbuilt wheels, but after a year I snapped two on Velocity factory rims. I no longer buy factory, and I go Rich. WIth abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Riding within me means ... more fixed gear contemplations

Ride sounds great, Patrick! Holler when ready. The Reign knickers did surprisingly well in the 14˚F in frozen, windy fog to 35˚ and sunny in Woodland Park, back down through snow, fog, and wind in the 20’s grocery run this morning. No additional under-layer save for the added possum wool sock

[RBW] Re: WTB: Rivendell Poster

FOUND. Thanks all. Agreed, it really is beautiful. -- 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] Re: Have a sub 40 lb Atlantis?

Add your weight stats here on the Rivendell Bike Weight thread: I still have to weigh mine. https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/9alO99IKc8A%5B101-125%5D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: WTB: Rivendell Poster

Wow, that's lovely. I wonder what it might take for them to issue another run of them? On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 8:27:06 AM UTC-8, Birdman wrote: > > Hey Bunch, > I’m searching for the poster below. I didn’t buy one from Riv when I had > the chance years ago. Anyone have an extra rolled

[RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh wheels search, a horribly disorganized WTB post.

Cliffhangers are absolutely bomb proof, and if you run a disc brake you won’t have to worry about wearing down the rim surface on the rear. Make sure you pick a strong, serviceable hub! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: CANTI SAM BUILD

Nice bike! I was looking through your photos on Flickr, and noticed you also have (had?) a double top tube, caliper Sam. How do the two bikes compare? Do you notice the lack of the extra tube on the new one? I'm currently (excitedly) waiting on my new sage canti-Sam. Jonathan On Sunday,

[RBW] Re: CANTI SAM BUILD

Thanks to All. It was a fun project and a bike that is so comfortable itmakes you want to ride all day long. Deacon... riding around Deckers ,Buffalo Creek sounds like fun..Maybe this spring. Jon On Sunday, February 18, 2018 at 3:37:02 PM UTC-7, Jon Dukeman,central Colorado wrote: > A simple

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Thanks for the suggestion Rich. I did consider pauls, but I wanted to keep it a super easy brake setup. Mike Varley had an article about brake clearances that I cam across ( http://blackmtncycles.com/clearance-pt-ii-road-frames/ ) and from the images in it, it looked like the shimanos ought

[RBW] Re: CANTI SAM BUILD

Awesome setup! Looks very inviting. Great component choices. -Jacob -- 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] CANTI SAM BUILD

Jon, >From one Sam owner to another: Congratulations! They are sweet bikes. And yes, the Altus derailer works beautifully. Regards, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: First Riv/NYC RO

Bob: They are Gilles Berthoud 700x60 over 650Bx60 Schwalbes . It works out fine. On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 8:12:11 AM UTC-5, Bob B wrote: > > Jacob—what are the

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Sky, If you can swing it, Paul centerpulls for your Romulus would give you the fender clearance you’re looking for. Just completed a Roadeo and installed the Paul CPs. They are as nicely performing as others on the list have noted from time to time. Regards, Richard -- You received this

[RBW] Have a sub 40 lb Atlantis?

Bill, Thanks for posting the pic of your Atlantis (which looks great). Looking at yours and judging from the descriptions others have posted, I’d say mine is 35 lbs. give or take a pound. Best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: First Riv/NYC RO

Jacob, Welcome to the Riv family. Love your Clem! You did a great job realizing the bike. So functional and beautiful to boot. Congratulations! Best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: FS: RIvendell Bleriot 55cm

Ted, your “new” ProtoBleriot is going to be stunning! Looking forward to seeing pics of the finished bike. I came to the Rivendell party after the Bleriot was out of production. Tried to buy one locally but the seller was waffling on the sale and backed out. Still one of my favorite

[RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh wheels search, a horribly disorganized WTB post.

Thank you Bill, Thank you Garth, And Thank you Julian, That's reassuring. And I just read what Peter White had to say (Thank you Peter) about cliffhangers being so strong that 36 holes in them was only necessary for tandem applications. So 40 is overkill, and I'm ok with overkill. I won't go

[RBW] Re: First Riv/NYC RO

Jacob—what are the fenders? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh wheels search, a horribly disorganized WTB post.

With a smaller wheel (650b), wide rim, and big tires you will be fine with 40 hole rear. I agree a good wheel builder is critical. We (stoker and I) have put thousands of loaded touring miles on our 40 hole 650b Hetre shod Bilenky touring tandem, and are happy as clams with the 36 hole setup

[RBW] Hubbuhubbuh wheels search, a horribly disorganized WTB post.

I agree with Bill . 40 is perfectly fine given a competent build by a dedicated wheel professional. My 2 cents: Don't cheap out on wheels in any way, including how they are built, which is just as important as the components. Do it proper the first time. Wheel builds are just as important as