Re: [RBW] Re: Lugged Roadini and Charlie H Gallup

2024-05-05 Thread Paul M
I purchased a Sergio green Roadini from the last run of framesets. The tig welding on this frame had some very poor welding beads. Definitely not what I would expect on a $1300 frame. Maybe it was just this frame, but I feel that it certainly could have been on the other Roadini's. That could

[RBW] Re: FFS: bicycle sentences journal

2024-04-30 Thread Paul Richardson
the book is on its way to michigan. thanks all paul -- 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.co

[RBW] FFS: bicycle sentences journal

2024-04-30 Thread Paul Richardson
i've got a copy of the older edition, which is spiral bound and has spaces to log details about your ride. no writing in mine. send me $5 paypal f+f and it's all yours. paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-25 Thread Paul G
One thing, I think, that separates Riv road bikes from other brands is the maintaining of good fit AND handling geometry at the smaller frame sizes this thread is dealing with. The 700c wheel size has to be dealt with because they physically "get in the way" of good geometry more as the frames

Re: [RBW] WTB - 9spd Dura Ace downtube shifters

2024-04-11 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey Eric, He wants a set badly. But he does not do the Google forums, so I offered to put it out there for him. I found a set NOS for $180 and used for $160, which I thought was an OK price, but not sure he took advantage. I hope you are well and getting some riding in. Paul On Thursday

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - 9spd Dura Ace downtube shifters

2024-04-10 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
Many thanks Max. I will r=forward to my friend. Regards,Paul Germain On Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 05:34:50 PM EDT, maxcr wrote: Here's an expensive set NOS 9 speed 7700 model $225 (no connection to the seller):  https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/bop/d/mason-nos-shimano-dura-ace

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - 9spd Dura Ace downtube shifters

2024-04-10 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks Ted. I will pass this along to my friend. Regards,Paul Germain On Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 05:28:07 PM EDT, Ted Durant wrote: On Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 2:48:19 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: Also, you can get brand new 9sp bar cons from Rivendell at $140

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - 9spd Dura Ace downtube shifters

2024-04-10 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks Bill. I will pass this along to my friend. I think he did check eBay was put off by prices. Regards,Paul Germain On Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 03:48:27 PM EDT, Bill Lindsay wrote: It's not a unicorn.  It's just very very old.  Find them on eBay for $150 to $200

Re: [RBW] Re: Eroica California

2024-04-09 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks for the explanation Bill. Sorry for the late-night typos.Your stable is envy-inducing. Paul Germain On Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 11:17:37 AM EDT, Bill Lindsay wrote: Paul asked:  "Question: Is this bike taller then you usual?" in reference to my Univega.

[RBW] FFS: one year's worth of Bicycle Quarterly

2024-03-31 Thread Paul Richardson
i have up for grabs the three most recent issues of BQ--nos. 83, 84, and 85. yours for $9, paypal f+f or cash. thanks paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: FS: Rosco Platypus - 60cm - $1600

2024-03-28 Thread Paul Donald
Did you sell this? On Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 10:58:22 AM UTC-8 benjamin...@gmail.com wrote: > Parting ways with my nearly new Rosco Platypus. Located in Chicago. More > pictures available upon request. > > Deore 11-speed crankset (32t/175mm crankarms) > Deore 11-speed derailleur > Deore

[RBW] Re: WTB: Bosco and JJJ Bars

2024-03-26 Thread Paul Donald
I have a set of the VO Granola Bars and a set of the chromo Bosco's at 52 width. Both in silver. Was thinking about keeping the Bosco's for a Riv that I'm in glacial-paced negotiations about but i think I might prefer something with a lot less rise. Message me if you'd like and we can talk

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Built Atlantis (58cm) Frameset & Various Parts

2024-03-15 Thread Erik from Saint Paul
The frame and Nitto stem have been sold. On Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 5:36:12 PM UTC-5 Erik from Saint Paul wrote: > Had this frame listed last summer, buyer backed out due to unforeseen life > expenses, so I packed it away. It's now back up for sale just in time for > anyone w

[RBW] FS: Waterford Built Atlantis (58cm) Frameset & Various Parts

2024-03-14 Thread Erik from Saint Paul
, and a slight paint bulge where the front derailleur was mounted. No dents, rust or any structural issues. Brake cable hangers are pictured, but not included. $1,600 for local sale (Minneapolis/St Paul). Willing to ship via Bikeflights for an additional cost to buyer. I also have a wheelset I can include

Re: [RBW] Revisiting the Nitto 52f Basket Rack

2024-03-10 Thread Paul Donald
I use a steerstopper on my Soma Saga that's fitted with a Crust Clydesdale fork. That fork can be loaded up quite heavily, which is what I do with the giant basket I have on it. Even with the frame up on a double leg stand the fork will still swing if the ground is not level. So I lock the

[RBW] Re: Going really large on Clems

2024-03-10 Thread Paul Donald
I wish I could test ride some of these bikes! I am certainly taken by the aesthetics of the larger Clems, but my eyes may not be sensible guides for actual ride fit. Graham and fiddleharpa (sorry, I can only see your email handle here), your pbh's are greater than mine, which is at 85.5, and I

[RBW] Re: Has anyone else tried the new Riv seat?

2024-03-02 Thread Paul Donald
I sold all but one of my Brooks and Selle Anatomica's (I have a B67 if anyone's looking) and have replaced them all with Ergon SF and one Rivendell Clem saddle. I always wear regular clothes when riding and the Ergon SF is less uncomfortable than all the leather saddles were for me. The Riv is

Re: [RBW] Going really large on Clems

2024-03-02 Thread Paul Donald
that with wheelbase etc. The Platypus is relatively sensible in comparison. But this is about bicycles, and bicycles are “inherently” sensible so, surely, anything goes right? Paul Donald snippy.p...@gmail.com www.paulcdonald.com > On Feb 26, 2024, at 3:21 PM, Mackenzy Albright >

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Winter 2023-2024 Ride Photos

2024-02-26 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
Tony, Thanks for that bit of Hillborne history.  I As to the brake change, if pulling a wide tire without deflating it, the Paul centerpulls open wide.  Paul On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 12:40:53 AM EST, Tony Lockhart wrote: Hey Paul, Beautiful Homer that you've got! I really like

[RBW] Going really large on Clems

2024-02-24 Thread Paul Donald
Hi, I'm new here, all my Rivendell ownership is currently confined to their components all over my Riv-esque bikes, Soma Saga, New Albion Privateer, Schwinn High Sierra (that one is destined to be replaced with a proper Riv) Omnium Cargo. It would be nice to have the main course and not just be

[RBW] FS: Nitto Deluxe/Tallux 120mm & Ritchey/Nitto 100mm stems

2024-01-24 Thread Paul M
installation. $55 shipped The Ritchey Force stem is made by Nitto from the early 90's. 100mm reach with zero rise but will give ~6 degree rise once mounted. 26.0 handlebar clamp. Excellent condition. $60 shipped. More pictures if interested, just reach out off this site. Thanks, Paul -- You received

Re: [RBW] FS - Vintage 1989 Brooks Professional saddle, brown.

2024-01-13 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
The saddle is spoken for and pending payment. My thanks to the list,Paul Germain On Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 06:59:02 PM EST, 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: I mounted this veteran saddle new on my (then new) 1989 custom Bontrager CX. While I never raced CX, this thing

[RBW] Re: FS: VO SS Crankset

2024-01-02 Thread Paul Choi
110 BCD -- 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 view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: FS: VO SS Crankset

2024-01-02 Thread Paul Choi
170 mm On Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 5:42:58 PM UTC-8 Paul Choi wrote: > I purchased this crankset new from VO in 2021 but never used them. If you > need one for a Roaduno build, this might be a good opportunity. 44t 110 > BCS. $120 shipped. I'm in Santa Clara CA - if you are loca

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day X2

2023-12-20 Thread Paul M
I wouldn't be surprised if RBW dropped the Homer Hilsen from their line-up and replaced it with the Charlie H. Gallop (expected next year). Especially since it looks to have longish chainstays and uses the same caliper brakes as the Homer. Different frame design but similar "country bike"

[RBW] Re: FS: Wooly Warm Sweater

2023-12-19 Thread Paul Richardson
and SOLD! thanks everyone. stay warm!!! paul in tkpk -- 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...@google

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day X2

2023-12-11 Thread Paul Richardson
tim you've done the right thing. i wanna see that roady homer with downtube shifters!! paul takoma park, md. -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: FS: Homer headbadge

2023-12-01 Thread Paul M
: > lol. As soon as I saw this, I knew you had to be the guy who removed the > head badge on what is now my Green Rosco. > On Friday, December 1, 2023 at 10:51:52 AM UTC-6 Paul M wrote: > >> Sold. Thanks! >> >> On Friday, 1 December 2023 at 05:34:25 UTC-8 Paul M wrote:

Re: [RBW] A Homer Hill build....

2023-11-30 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
. But keep in mind that you can angle those for a bit more “aero” position on faster group rides.Paul GermainMIDLOTHIAN, Va Sent from the all new AOL app for iOS On Thursday, November 30, 2023, 9:33 AM, Sarah Carlson wrote: Hey Paul!Thank you for sharing pictures of your set up, and an explanation

[RBW] Re: mounting a light to Nitto 32F

2023-11-27 Thread Paul Richardson
thanks to both of you for responding. the chainring definitely wins the aesthetics contest but i may ultimately end up with that tanaka mount that realizes what i was trying to jerryrig with my zipties. for me nothing beats having the light mounted in the center. paul takoma park, md

Re: [RBW] 10/23 BLAGH regarding the Roaduno

2023-10-07 Thread Paul Richardson
thanks erics for the responses. having never used one, i didn't consider that switching cogs on a DOS would affect the brakepads, but that does make a lotta sense. hoping to see lots of different builds on the UNO. paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: 10/23 BLAGH regarding the Roaduno

2023-10-06 Thread Paul Richardson
about the pending roaduno DROP. thanks! paul takoma park, md. -- 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...@google

[RBW] WTB: john's irish strap

2023-10-03 Thread Paul Richardson
hi there i'm in search of two, actually--i'd like a short watermelon and the original color scheme before rainbow. the muted hues. please holler if you've got an extra! thanks! paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

2023-09-24 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
und Riv HQ. Another satisfied Hillborne owner! I hope you are well, Paul Germain On Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 10:01:36 AM EDT, Eric Marth wrote: Paul — Looks like Ian had the bike built up as a complete by Riv. Are those 54cm Noodles? They look wide!  Hope you all had a nice out

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire advice for my Toyo homer/max tire size

2023-09-17 Thread Paul Richardson
i've gotta join the chorus--that bicycle is really, really nice, and a markedly different build than i've seen on a homer. thanks for posting. paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

Re: [RBW] Babies on bikes

2023-09-02 Thread Paul Richardson
that both of my kids were super overstimulated by their first couple of rides on the Thule and starting with short, slow circles around the neighborhood was right for their temperaments. Biking with kids is the best. Start 'em young. paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-24 Thread Paul Clifton
This apparently is in near me (northwest Arkansas) if anyone wants a proxy. Listed on Craigslist now: https://fayar.craigslist.org/bik/d/bentonville-rivendell-quickbeam-58cm/7657837282.html Paul in AR On Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 11:52:45 PM UTC-5 Collin A wrote: > PSA, 58 &quo

Re: [RBW] Re: Ron’s Ortho Bars but no bike conundrum? Buy mine!

2023-08-15 Thread Paul Armijo
How much for the bars? On Mon, Aug 14, 2023 at 3:33 PM Mike Packard wrote: > I put some on my Atlantis and now it won't fit in the bike locker at work > :D > > Mike in Austin > > On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 1:57:18 PM UTC-5 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Dang, that's a lovely bike Liz!

[RBW] Re: Have you tried MKS Seahorse pedals

2023-08-12 Thread Paul Richardson
offer my firsthand experience if I do. thanks paul takoma park, md. -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Have you tried MKS Seahorse pedals

2023-08-02 Thread Paul Richardson
happy with Allways and Gammas. thanks for any feedback paul takoma park, md. -- 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...@

Re: [RBW] July 21 CyclingSavvy course

2023-07-19 Thread Paul Lamontagne
their bicycle safety training in whatever form works for them. Paul Lamontagne On Tue, Jul 11, 2023 at 5:03 PM Pam Bikes wrote: > The last email from Will where he talks about fear of drivers and dicey > roads makes me a little sad b/c it seems like people are getting > discouraged fr

[RBW] Re: FS: Shimano DXR MX70 V brakes (3), Bicycle Quarterlies

2023-07-13 Thread Paul Richardson
All finished! Thanks everyone for helping me lighten up. paul takoma park, md. -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Re: FS: Shimano DXR MX70 V brakes (3), Bicycle Quarterlies

2023-07-13 Thread Paul Richardson
Down to just one brake at this point. paul takoma park, md. -- 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...@google

[RBW] Re: FS: Shimano DXR MX70 V brakes (3), Bicycle Quarterlies

2023-07-13 Thread Paul Richardson
The BQs have been claimed. I will accept just about any reasonable offer (I'll consider just about anything that isn't a single digit number) on the V brakes. I don't need them and I'd love for them to be put to use! paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: ISO/WTB: hex brass valve caps from Rew10 Works.

2023-07-11 Thread Paul Rhodes
Kim, these are not from Rew10 but may suit your fancy. http://www.monebikes.com/store/stem-caps-made-of-brass -Paul On Monday, July 3, 2023 at 9:23:17 PM UTC-4 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > I am ISO/WTB two (2) hex brass value caps from Rew10 Works. > > I am aware of the BLUE LUG s

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto x Crust 1" Threadless stem

2023-06-20 Thread Paul Clifton
How much steer tube does this require above the headset? I think it might work on my Boulder All Road. Paul in AR On Monday, June 19, 2023 at 1:39:13 PM UTC-5 Stephen wrote: > Hey all, > > Got a stem I'm looking to pass along, maybe someone here could use it? > > NittoxCrus

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm MUSA Atlantis f/f/hs, 55cm Crust Lightning Bolt f/f/hs, and various parts

2023-06-15 Thread Erik from Saint Paul
*Update:* Everything is sold, aside from the Crust Lightning Bolt frameset. On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 5:06:27 PM UTC-5 Erik from Saint Paul wrote: > *Update:* > > Both frames are still available, but there has been some serious interest > in the Atlantis. > > >

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm MUSA Atlantis f/f/hs, 55cm Crust Lightning Bolt f/f/hs, and various parts

2023-06-14 Thread Erik from Saint Paul
: *pending* Tektro Oryx cantilever brakes front and rear: $30 On Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 10:03:59 PM UTC-5 Erik from Saint Paul wrote: > Not very active on this forum, but figured this would be the best place to > list first. > Looking to sell my 58cm Waterford built Atlantis. I bought i

[RBW] FS: 58cm MUSA Atlantis f/f/hs, 55cm Crust Lightning Bolt f/f/hs, and various parts

2023-06-13 Thread Erik from Saint Paul
the front derailleur was mounted. It's been a great bike, but I just don't ride it as often as other bikes I have, so I think it's best to let it go. Located in the Minneapolis/St Paul area and will meet up within the metro area if interested. Color: British racing green Wheel size: 700c Headset

[RBW] Re: Sail to the trail

2023-06-13 Thread Paul Clifton
A ferry ride to tour around the islands sounds like a great way to spend a few days. I'd love to do some camping up that way. Paul On Monday, June 12, 2023 at 5:33:40 PM UTC-5 brizbarn wrote: > That sounds and looks like an awesome time! I recently took a ferry to > Orcas Island in t

Re: [RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho Bars in stock at Crust

2023-06-12 Thread Paul Clifton
e they’ve long been unavailable on the site. > > On Jun 12, 2023, at 9:18 AM, Paul Clifton wrote: > > welp, they didn't last very long ... > > > > On Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 3:19:25 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Hey all, in a recent video (May 31, 202

[RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho Bars in stock at Crust

2023-06-12 Thread Paul Clifton
;> my Hunqapillar with Alba's. I'm hoping a Nitto NP stem will get the Ortho >>>>> bars down low enough as my saddle is a lot closer to the frame than Uncle >>>>> Ron's saddle is. If the bars slip in the NP stem slips, I may try a 4 >>>>> bolt >

[RBW] WTB: Child Stoker Kit for HubbuhHubbuh

2023-06-08 Thread Paul Clifton
andem-child-stoker-conversion-kit-5368.html Please reply off list if you have one, and feel free to reply on list if you have tips and tricks for using these things. All the best, Paul in AR -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: WTB - Bosco-Moose handlebar (fillet braze) or Choco-Moose

2023-05-23 Thread Paul Richardson
i'll join the queue! i'm looking for a 580mm boscomoose, not real picky on condition. if you can ship it cheaper than bluelug, please send me a note! thanks paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] Re: boscomoose - pictures, experiences, comparisons?

2023-05-21 Thread Paul Richardson
bullmoose-bar-thread> is a treasure trove of photos--totally forgot to look there first. time to start saving my allowance! paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] boscomoose - pictures, experiences, comparisons?

2023-05-20 Thread Paul Richardson
. their fixedness obviously makes for a riskier purchase than separate stem+bars, so i'd love to hear your experience before i take the plunge! thanks in advance paul takoma park, md. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] Re: FS: New Kenda Kozmik Lite Pro Tires 29x2.0

2023-04-29 Thread Paul M
Sold. Thanks. On Wednesday, 26 April 2023 at 20:31:52 UTC-7 Paul M wrote: > Another set mounted on my Hillibike. > > On Wednesday, 26 April 2023 at 20:24:04 UTC-7 Paul M wrote: > >> Nice multi-purpose tires with a tread design for off-road and street use >> that h

[RBW] Re: FS: Rosco Bubbe 50cm Purple FFHS

2023-04-27 Thread Paul Choi
SOLD On Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 8:15:10 AM UTC-7 Paul Choi wrote: > I purchased this frame and fork from Rivendell last year. I just replaced > it with another Rivendell. Excellent condition. No trades. Let me know if > you have any questions. You can pick it up if you are l

[RBW] Re: FS: 64cm Clem Smith Jr. L frameset

2023-03-31 Thread Paul M
his would work for you. Hopefully it's still > avail. > > On Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 1:22:37 PM UTC-4 Graham McCall wrote: > >> Paul- is this still available?? >> >> On Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 10:12:36 AM UTC-5 Paul M wrote: >> >>> Last ca

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Garage Sale Saturday

2023-03-26 Thread Paul M
: > > "A fellowship. A fellowship of Rivendells. > > (Tolkien fans: you know.)" > > PERFECT. > > Paul M: I believe that Platypus-looking frame is indeed a Platy sans > decals and with a replacement fork. > > Joe Bernard > On Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 7:41

[RBW] Rivendell Garage Sale Saturday

2023-03-23 Thread Paul Choi
I'm planning on going to garage sale on Saturday. Is anyone else here planning on going? Hope to see some of the locals there. Cheers, Paul in Santa Clara -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Widest fenders that easily fit a Joe Appa?

2023-03-22 Thread Paul Yokanovich
That's an idea Doug, however by reshaping the 63mm 700c fender to fit the smaller diameter 650b you would be widening the fender. You would probably want to start with a fender that's more narrower. Paul On Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 3:34:50 PM UTC-6 Edwin W wrote: > Berthoud 60mm (700c)

Re: [RBW] Re: Widest fenders that easily fit a Joe Appa?

2023-03-09 Thread Paul (GlennsBikeGarage)
Doug, I'm currently installing the Honjo H80 62mm smooth fenders on my daughter's 51cm Joe Appaloosa (650b) with 42mm Grand Bois tires. These fenders fit without any special bending, cutting, or manipulation and I would consider these the widest fender that will fit. Hope that helps. Paul

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Legos!

2023-03-07 Thread Paul Clifton
. Paul in AR On Monday, March 6, 2023 at 3:43:13 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote: > It has been 16+ years since I bought my daughter little kid/big size > Legos, but I seem to recall that back in the old days (he said bitterly) > that Legos were simply standard shapes out of which the ch

Re: [RBW] Re: FS - Acorn Large Front Trunk Bag

2023-03-05 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
from it. If not satisfied, let me know. Paul Germain -Original Message- From: Matt Beecher To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sun, Mar 5, 2023 8:06 pm Subject: [RBW] Re: FS - Acorn Large Front Trunk Bag I sent a message this morning, but never heard back.  I'm assuming it may have already sold

Re: [RBW] FS: HUBBUHUBBUH Med F/F/H

2023-03-04 Thread Paul Armijo
Got any photos? Interested. On Tue, Feb 28, 2023 at 4:10 PM clayt...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi All, > > Hope you are doing well. > Have a HUBBUHUBBUH Med F/F/H for sale. > Also, have all the parts to make it a bike if of interest (silver cranks, > Riv wheels, etc.) > Local pickup in Healdsburg, CA

Re: [RBW] Things I Feel Guilty About: Bike Life

2023-03-04 Thread Paul Clifton
not pixels) for Google Groups to accept it. Otherwise, nothing will happen and it won't tell you what's wrong. Here's an inline image with a red circle around the icon: [image: Screenshot 2023-03-04 100128.png] Paul in AR P.S. It's worth making sure the photo isn't real big in terms of pixels also,

[RBW] Re: Bike rack suggestions

2023-02-25 Thread Paul Clifton
for one of these next time I need another rack, which may be never, but it'd really encourage me to put fenders back on some of my bikes. Paul On Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 1:55:02 PM UTC-6 Paul Clifton wrote: > yeah, John, I had the same thought. I might do a search on youtube or > som

[RBW] Re: Bike rack suggestions

2023-02-25 Thread Paul Clifton
yeah, John, I had the same thought. I might do a search on youtube or something for a review that shows it actually working. Paul On Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 11:46:20 AM UTC-6 John Bokman wrote: > Thanks for the recommendation Paul. I'm wondering if the front arm can be > r

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-01-31 Thread Paul M
on the 56cm and smaller frames. On Tuesday, 31 January 2023 at 16:30:47 UTC-8 fra...@gmail.com wrote: > I wasn’t going to mention to very nice Large gold Susie I have listed on > here but I guess it’s okay. Haha. That green looks super nice Paul! I’m > glad you were able to snag a Large

Re: [RBW] Seat Post Slippage

2023-01-26 Thread Paul M
My recent Susie calls for a 26.8 seatpost but with the stock Kalloy seatpost there is a fair amount of play. I had a 27.0 Kalloy seatpost that fit snug and solved the problem. I'm not sure a Nitto 26.8 seatpost would have solved the problem for this frame. On Thursday, 26 January 2023 at

[RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-23 Thread Paul Clifton
I think you're right about your assumptions. Would you mind letting the list know what size they are when you find out? Paul in AR On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 11:42:52 AM UTC-6 mmille...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey all. A local STL fellow just posted some bikes > <https://www.facebook.c

[RBW] Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-01-08 Thread Paul M
If you read the current Rivendell Blahg (Grants blog) he mentions that the last fillet brazed Hillibikes, the Gus & Susie shipment that just arrived, will be it for that those models being made. So last chance at owning a beautiful ATB frameset. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: First Ride of 2023

2023-01-03 Thread Paul Clifton
Thanks for sharing y'all. I love all the different conditions and distances and reasons for riding. It's all very Rivish to me. Paul On Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 6:06:17 PM UTC-5 Paul in Dallas wrote: > > > Was able to start off the year with 31 miles on my Sam Hillsborne in low &g

[RBW] Re: The Bombadil on Ebay

2022-12-21 Thread Paul M
Sure resembles the original Breezer Series 1mountain bikes. Diagonal tube, Magura motorcycle brake levers, TA Specialties crankset, Brooks B-72...nice! On Wednesday, 21 December 2022 at 16:55:56 UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > Yes! Spoke to Bailey at Sincere Cycles here in Santa Fe about it.

[RBW] Re: FACEBOOK Rivendell Bicycles Buy/Sell/Trade ALERT ! - Pre-Production Rivendell Road. Size 54.5 cm (C-T)

2022-12-17 Thread Paul Clifton
Freaking gorgeous! I'd love to see some higher res close ups of that bike. Thanks for sharing. Paul in AR On Friday, December 16, 2022 at 8:50:46 PM UTC-6 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/groups/3127504017358010/?mibextid=6NoCDW > by *Bruce Herbitter* > > Upd

Re: [RBW] Rosco Mtn Mixte?

2022-12-17 Thread Paul Clifton
. Paul in AR On Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 8:46:54 PM UTC-6 Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > Thanks, Leah, for the heads up for the long legged of us who happen to be > non-facebook-users! That is certainly Will’s Mega Roscoe MTN Mixte and I > think made in the single digits (I guess

[RBW] Re: Cockpit Quandaries - Friction bar ends for a new rider

2022-12-16 Thread Paul Clifton
Thanks David and Joe, I just remembered to ask ... any recommendations for cheap 26" wheel specific racks, rear mostly, but either I guess. The 700c compatible racks I have around sit so far above the rear wheel that the seat basically goes all the way down on top of them :`( Paul On F

[RBW] Re: Gus - bikepacking mode

2022-12-16 Thread Paul Clifton
5k9>, near Tallahassee, is definitely worth a visit. I don't know about the camping situation there, and riding there wouldn't be a joy, unless there's a back way I don't know about. But a couple hours of hiking around and seeing the strange sink holes is a very cool. Paul On Friday, Decem

[RBW] Re: Gus - bikepacking mode

2022-12-16 Thread Paul Clifton
order, so maybe just a nice coffee outside outing around there somewhere will scratch the itch until it warms up here in the Ozarks. Paul in AR On Friday, December 16, 2022 at 8:05:39 AM UTC-6 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks Eric! Yes, I was happy to see Brendon's clever use of that >

Re: [RBW] Cliffhanger alternatives?

2022-12-13 Thread Paul Clifton
This just reminded me ... I scored some 27.5x2.8" WTB Rangers the other day. I wonder if they'll be taller on the cliffhangers. On Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 5:53:35 PM UTC-6 Paul Clifton wrote: > Thanks for the chart Laing! > > Deore's and many others clear 2.8&quo

Re: [RBW] Cliffhanger alternatives?

2022-12-13 Thread Paul Clifton
close to the rim so that the arms were as vertical as possible. But it was too close for comfort, and I did hear some rubbing occasionally, but not sure what was deforming to cause it ... Paul in AR On Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 12:54:46 PM UTC-6 lconley wrote: > Shimano Deores are only

Re: [RBW] Cliffhanger alternatives?

2022-12-13 Thread Paul Clifton
Richard, I run 2.8" G-ones on Cliffhangers on my Gus without any problems. I don't think the frame would take a bigger tire, and v-brakes almost certainly won't. I already had to Swap the Paul Motolites for Deores to clear the 2.8" G-ones. So if you want Cliffhangers on your Susi

[RBW] Re: Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Paul Clifton
the top of the hole where the crank bolt goes and it gets the zero point of the tape close enough to the center of the crank that it's never been a problem, or at least it keeps my measurements fairly consistent. Paul in AR On Monday, December 12, 2022 at 2:41:33 PM UTC-6 lconley wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Paul Clifton
based on what feels comfortable to your knees and hips on the type of riding you're doing. These are just my thoughts as I've searched for saddle height nirvana and found that it only really exists in the moment. Paul in AR On Monday, December 12, 2022 at 11:49:07 AM UTC-6 Jay Lonner wrote: &g

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

2022-12-08 Thread Paul Clifton
>>>>>>> (like your repainted one) and the new Silver, absolutely beautiful >>>>>>>>>> colors. >>>>>>>>>> There are probably others I have not seen but that silver has my >>>>>>>>>> vote. >>>>>>

Re: [RBW] Clem L vs Rosco Bebe

2022-12-07 Thread Paul Clifton
It will probably go to a new home. Various permutations of various stables are percolating. Paul On Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 12:17:07 PM UTC-6 Slin wrote: > Thanks, Ray. > > Paul - so what did you decide? Did the Rosco Bebe find a new kid/family? > > On Tuesday, December

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

2022-12-05 Thread Paul Clifton
, and it fit perfectly. I haven't kept up with the geometry changes, but I'd really like to see what it's like to ride a 51cm frame and be at the top end of a size range for once. I bet the reach would be sublime. Paul in AR On Monday, December 5, 2022 at 1:47:53 PM UTC-6 Houston Wilson wrote

[RBW] Re: Stem Length and Handlebar Width

2022-12-05 Thread Paul Clifton
optimum bar width, doesn't work with my optimum stem length. Paul in AR On Monday, December 5, 2022 at 1:07:45 PM UTC-6 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey Everyone! > In theory, if one was to switch to wider handlebars, I would assume the > stem length would have to get shorter to keep

[RBW] WTB - Maybe ... - Clem L - Medium

2022-12-03 Thread Paul Clifton
. But hey, my daughter might be pedaling her own bike in the next couple weeks, so I may not even need a townie for much longer, so who knows how this'll all shake out. Thanks, Paul in AR -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L vs Rosco Bebe

2022-12-02 Thread Paul Clifton
commit to buy them. On Friday, December 2, 2022 at 10:29:17 AM UTC-6 jmlmu...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey Paul, > > I sent you an email but not sure if you got it. I’m a new a parent and > while I’ve got other Rivs that I plan to use with a kid seat, I’ve > definitely been curiou

[RBW] Re: Clem L vs Rosco Bebe

2022-12-02 Thread Paul Clifton
. Paul On Friday, December 2, 2022 at 9:35:49 AM UTC-6 Hoch in ut wrote: > Ah, got it. Well, I’m sure you’ll find the Clem rides great. I had one for > a bit and I liked it. > > That said, I had a bike years ago (Surly). Fit was amazing and I felt like > I could pedal forever on

[RBW] Re: Clem L vs Rosco Bebe

2022-12-02 Thread Paul Clifton
parent and kid to have the wonderful experience my daughter and I had for the couple years she fit the Yepp seat, so if there's a more-or-less drop-in replacement out there, I want to know about it. Paul On Friday, December 2, 2022 at 8:59:34 AM UTC-6 Hoch in ut wrote: > I believe the Ro

[RBW] Re: Clem L vs Rosco Bebe

2022-12-02 Thread Paul Clifton
on the road. I can tell you it's just as fun without a kid on the front as it is with one. The extra load just adds to the stability. Paul On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 6:29:39 PM UTC-6 lconley wrote: > I own both, but I have never completed the Bebe build [everything done but > the

[RBW] Re: Blatant shoutout for Road Runner Bags

2022-12-01 Thread Paul Clifton
Nice Joe! I've had my eyes on one of their Jammer bags for a while. I need to move my cargo up front now that I'm riding with a copilot attached to my seat tube. It's worth mentioning that they make bags for Velo Orange too! Paul in Arr On Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 3:59:39 PM UTC-6

[RBW] Re: Cockpit Quandaries - Friction bar ends for a new rider

2022-11-30 Thread Paul Clifton
day. She's said she'd like to do it, and I'll do what I can to facilitate. Paul On Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 10:06:16 PM UTC-6 Pam Bikes wrote: > Friction and albatross bars are great. I didn't know how to use them when > I got them but it's easy. Takes 5 minutes to learn. No

[RBW] Clem L vs Rosco Bebe

2022-11-30 Thread Paul Clifton
compare the two. Paul in AR -- 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 view this discussion

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite V-Brake Pads?!

2022-11-29 Thread Paul Clifton
a couple types of Jagwire and a couple types of Shimano and the plain Salmon kool stops and the dual compound v type 2 are leaps and bounds better than any other ones. Paul in AR On Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 7:56:57 PM UTC-6 Scott wrote: > Hey, Bunch: > > What v-brake pads are yo

[RBW] Re: Book recommendations for learning how to build up a bike

2022-11-29 Thread Paul Clifton
s one out there that does. Paul in AR On Monday, November 28, 2022 at 9:08:04 AM UTC-6 Stephanie A. wrote: > As I continue to change things on my current bike, I've realize that what > I really want is a book that helps me understand building up and > maintaining a bike. YouTube

[RBW] Re: Cockpit Quandaries - Friction bar ends for a new rider

2022-11-29 Thread Paul Clifton
ree to someone it does. So thanks for the opinions on shifters. It's nice to see it's a pretty even split, which has encouraged me to give her the option, but I'll do it in person when she and I take it out for a ride together. This is gonna be a great holiday. Cheers, Paul PS If anyone wants t

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