[RBW] Long enough frame pump for Appaloosa

2020-06-20 Thread Bill F
The size 4 Zefal HPX was a little too short for my 60 cm Appaloosa so I use the Zefal Doodad Plus velcro straps to hold it in place. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Presale

2020-03-23 Thread Bill F
Ken, the bike looks great! I went with bosco bullmoose bars and canti brakes too. The bike rides really well and the bars offer a wide range of riding positions. I ended up taping the front/middle portion because the "time trial" position I'd comfortable for faster riding or into headwind. --

[RBW] Re: Crash Stories

2020-03-17 Thread Bill F
I hit a curb with my right pedal and flipped over the handlebars. Wasn't paying attention then went into slow motion. Keep your distance! (glad I learned that lesson in my 20's). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Presale

2020-03-03 Thread Bill F
Thanks! All of the accolades for Riv's comfort and handling are not overstated, the ride is amazing. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] BEST REAR MOUNTED KID SEAT FOR HILLBORNE

2020-02-13 Thread Bill F
They do not match the silver look that you are going for, but I have had good luck with the Yepp Maxi (two on a Big Dummy). -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: 69 cm A Homer Hilsen for $1100 on eBay (not mine)

2020-02-07 Thread Bill F
Looks great. What bag is that? Looks like a good size. I am using a Jandd mountain wedge and it's a little small. -- 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

[RBW] Re: 69 cm A Homer Hilsen for $1100 on eBay (not mine)

2020-02-03 Thread Bill F
Great find! -- 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: Appaloosa Presale

2020-02-01 Thread Bill F
Really nice color. Not sure I would have called it orange, though. Reminds me of the burnt sienna crayon. -- 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: Appaloosa Presale

2020-01-26 Thread Bill F
Thanks. I am looking forward to getting it built up. It will be my first experience with swept back bars (Bosco). I've been hauling kids on a Big Dummy so it might take a minute to adjust to the Joe's shorter chainstays. I thought I was breaking news with this post on Weds 1/22, but it

[RBW] Appaloosa Presale

2020-01-26 Thread Bill F
Appaloosa presale is up today. I pulled the trigger on a blue 60 cm for my first Rivendell. -- 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