[RBW] Gevenalle = tektro??

Anyone know if the brakes without shifters are rebranded tektros? Specifically, are the linear pulls the same as tektro rl520? -- 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] Sugino XD2 Triple with Ultegra 8Spd Bar End Shifter at Max Travel

I just swapped out a late 80s lx crankset for a xd2 triple. The xd2 definitely sits further out on the bb spindle. I'm having the same issue with maxing out fd pull, which hasn't changed and worked fine with the older crank. It's not a huge issue, but I'll swap the bb when it gets too annoying.

[RBW] Re: FS: Jandd, Sackville, Nitto Bullmoose, Carradice

Bump/drop Sackville-50$ shipped Bullmoose- 20$+ shipping Nitto big front- 160$ Shipped or 150$ without hardware -- 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 emai

[RBW] Cork grips shellac - clear vs. amber

I think it depends on the age of the select. Those get dark pretty quick. I like clear on cork, but it will be less matchy to a honey colored brooks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

[RBW] Re: i need a new helmet

+1 on giro aspect. best looking, most comfortable and well vented helmet ive ever worn. -- 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+un

[RBW] Re: Beautiful Atlantis on EBay

i have one (that a few people here had before me) that has pointy lugs and a sub 100 serial number. i didn't realize it was mythical. i think id trade mythical for a kickstand plate and some mid-fork mounts. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: Beautiful Atlantis on EBay

what's the deal with pros closet? -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Jandd, Sackville, Nitto Bullmoose, Carradice

Carradice and jandd frame bag are gone. After many nibbles, and little follow thru, All other items remain. -- 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: Pass 'n' Stow rack

I think a lot of us did -- 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 r

[RBW] FS: Jandd, Sackville, Nitto Bullmoose, Carradice

a few items that need to go. *-Jandd frame pack* in Khaki. THIS ONE . new, never used, but has a grease mark on one side. 30$ shipped *-Rivendell Sackville bar tube*. THIS ONE

[RBW] Re: small saddlesack weight tolerance

I think the small saddlesack is perhaps the most perfect bike bag for regular, non tour, non full change of clothes riding. My wife has absconded with my olive small, and im having a bit of an existential crisis in whether to go for the blue small or the blue medium. -- You received this mess

[RBW] Re: Clem saddle OR saddles under 40$

THANKS! -- 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@

[RBW] Clem saddle OR saddles under 40$

Having a hard time finding what saddle was included on the first complete clem builds. I remember it had bag loops, right? While we are at it, are there any other current offerings that people like in the cheap saddle category. I've been on the brooks train long enough to have not kept up, but

Re: [Ext] [RBW] Re: FS -- Rivendell Wilbury 59cm complete bike -- UNIQUE BUILD -- $3200

Beautiful bike. I keep thinking I should buy a Wilbury or some riv step through and just hold on to it for when I can't lift my legs. I do think it's gonna be hard to sell this way. Super high end, yet unique and enigmatic parts either means you're gonna have to find someone with a lot of extr

[RBW] Re: PSA: 60cm Quickbeam on eBay

No expert, but I have 2 top tube dented bikes and everyone has told me they are purely cosmetic. -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: 93 stumpjumper frame, cockpit, crank, brakes, carradice.

Ok last drop and then it goes to ebay 150+shipping -- 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: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

I don't disagree, though on off road, steep descents, the drops on noodles are too deep and not flared enough to keep my wrists from banging the tops, especially when trying to grab the brakes hard. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Shellac'd bar tape colors for orange Cheviot

I think the one you have in the photo is navy with clear shellac. Eggplant is always good with clear or amber. Grassy green with amber gets very dark. The light/bright turquoise with amber makes a sort of neutral olive drab that I'm liking these days. -- You received this message because you a

[RBW] Re: FS: 93 stumpjumper frame, cockpit, crank, brakes, carradice.

Bump/drop 160$ + shipping for everything 120$+shipping for frame/fork -- 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...@googleg

[RBW] Re: FS: 93 stumpjumper frame, cockpit, crank, brakes, carradice.

the frame and finish is about as nice as i've seen in a used bike from this era. it's not perfect, but i doubt there is a cleaner one that isn't NOS. it can't have been ridden more than a few times and stored inside. basically just shop and time wear. > -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS: 93 stumpjumper frame, cockpit, crank, brakes, carradice.

Here are the photos, if they don't work in the original post. I believe i measured 57cm, but it was late and i was tired. ill double check tonight. In doing more research, i think this is a 19in frame. they didnt make an 18.5. > >

[RBW] FS: 93 stumpjumper frame, cockpit, crank, brakes, carradice.

I posted this on the Ibob list too. its not super rivish, but it is MUSA and there are 2 sams and a saddlesack in the background. Selling a 1993 specialized stumpjumper frame, cockpit, brakes and crankset. (Pedals and fd not included). M2 alloy frame and crmo fork. Deore lx components-crank, c

[RBW] Re: OT: Japanese Woodworking

not super helpful, but i saw these gifs of handmade joints a while ago . mind-numbing. what is floor living? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: FS: carradice longflap, Tubus rack, Paul, jandd

Lots of interest on the carradice. No money exchanged. Still available. Newish 95$ shipped -- 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+

Re: [RBW] mechanical question

I agree. I always attributed this to some rounding of bolt or wrench. I do remember being sorta surprised the first time I stripped a bolt. That one definitely was a soft metal. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscrib

[RBW] Re: 54.5 (I think?) atlantis on ebay

it also looks like a 56 to me. no proof, but the proportions look like my 56 atlantis. -- 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+uns

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Betty Foy 58 cm frame/fork/BB/brakes/seatpost - $750 + shipping OBO

Just to entertain my own fantasy (Taxes hit hard, otherwise), is the Betty 650b or 700c in this size? -- 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 rb

[RBW] Re: FS: Betty Foy 58 cm frame/fork/BB/brakes/seatpost - $750 + shipping OBO

!!! -- 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@

Re: [RBW] Re: Opinions on saddlebags? Swift vs. Carradice vs. Sackville

I'm selling a basically new carradice Nelson longflap in olive (to fund a blue saddlesack) in another thread, if anyone is interested. 100$ shipped. Pm me -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

[RBW] Re: FS: carradice longflap, Tubus rack, Paul, jandd

ok. everything is gone but the Carradice Nelson -- 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 thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Opinions on saddlebags? Swift vs. Carradice vs. Sackville

I think occasions was the example -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: carradice longflap, Tubus rack, Paul, jandd

The Tubus rack is gone. All else is available -- 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: FS: carradice longflap, Tubus rack, Paul, jandd

Ah, good info. Thanks. Let's say 100$ shipped -- 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: FS: carradice longflap, Tubus rack, Paul, jandd

oh, and photos

[RBW] FS: carradice longflap, Tubus rack, Paul, jandd

A few things need to make way for some other things. -carradice camper longflap. New, but has been sitting for a year or so. The leather on this one is much thicker than on a smaller carradice I use more frequently. Disclosure: it doesn't say camper anywhere on this, and I have little recollec

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Tech Deluxe Stem

You can also cut off up to about an inch off the bottom and it will work fine, as long as you make sure you'll have enough threads on the bolt. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

[RBW] Re: FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag

Ugh The idea that it's somehow more common in the real world to tell a person that you paid less for an item than what you are charging them, when does that ever happen? Also, for me, the idea that someone new has to reimburse your past shipping cost because you didn't like what you chose to

Re: [RBW] Re: Opinions on saddlebags? Swift vs. Carradice vs. Sackville

Is it possible that it's a quality control issue? I have a Nelson with cardboard feeling, brittle, cracky leather and a camper with much thicker, quality feeling leather. Both purchased in the same year. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Opinions on saddlebags? Swift vs. Carradice vs. Sackville

The carradice and swift designs are similar, but I think the sackville design is a highly improved one. The flat bottom and rear vs top opening system is much easier to use, and keeps items in place better, in my opinion. Another difference is size. Sackville medium will be a little larger than

Re: [RBW] Re: 3M helicopter tape

Would this be thick enough in 1 or more layers to prevent top tube dings from flopping handlebars? -- 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-owne

Re: [RBW] Sackville Saddlesack Large or Medium?

Medium is really big. Large is extremely big. The medium is bigger than carradice's biggest bag. I can fit sleeping bag, tent, u-lock, multi-tool, a couple shirts and overnight toiletries in mine and then strap the sleeping pad to the top. For me, it's too big for commuting or general riding aro

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I have the conti speed whatevers 700x42. They replaced marathon supremes in 700X50. I like them ok. No flats yet, quicker than the marathons felt, not amazingly plush, decent on dirt. Once I wear them out, I want to try the cazaderos. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: TRP RRL and 7 speed compatability

I have the rl520. Not terrible looking to my eye. Doesn't feel as nice as the trp, but there are only a couple options for drop v levers, as far as I can tell. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: TRP RRL and 7 speed compatability

I heard rumor about the trp+v brake thing but could not verify it anywhere.Would be interested to hear if they do, and how well they do, if they do. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[RBW] Swift Industries luggage?

I have the sugarloaf and some of the smaller panniers. Not jr rangers though. All great bags. Reek of quality materials and craftsmanship. The sugarloaf is more unique, in that it utilizes the basket and is really good for frequent on/off conditions. I use it on my commuterish bike and it solves

[RBW] Nitto f25. What's the word?

I know that there have been a couple posts on this, but where did consensus land? Any reviews? -- 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-bu

[RBW] Re: Car Bike Rack

+1 on the saris freedom. i have the 2 bike version and it is great. -- 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...@googlegroup

[RBW] Re: Tell me about V-brakes

The 650b thing was just a weird thought. im happy with 700c on this bike. i think you can find mtn long pull/v levers way easier than drop v levers. in my search last night, i only found a few drop v's. in terms of beauty, i get it. v's are ugly, and cantilevers are oddly beautiful. the only o

[RBW] Re: Tell me about V-brakes

Great. A non consensus. My wife went away for the weekend to see Hamilton It's justifiable to buy new parts in response, right? -- 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 fro

[RBW] Re: Tell me about V-brakes

Great advice. I was surprised at how much an extra 30lbs really changed how much speed control I had. I've taken the same bike, and another bike with side pulls on equally steep trails and felt just fine. I imagine much of this sensation had to do as much with maneuvering the weight as it did wi

[RBW] Tell me about V-brakes

I've never used v brakes. I currently have the cx70's that riv sells. I like them, but steep curvy stuff with a load can get a little scary. I'm ok with a little scary, but I am curious about v brakes. So... -is stopping power enough improved with v brakes to consider changing over? -if so, what

[RBW] Re: Walkapillar s240 ride report

Oh yeah. It was tons of fun about 30 seconds after the hiking part was over except for the poison oak. That is still not becoming fun I second a DP book of adventure stories. Put me down for one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Walkapillar s240 ride report

I went out after work last night to meet some friends at Musch camp in Topanga CA, which is only about 18 miles from where i work. about 14 of those 18 are on dirt roads and trails up in the santa monica mountains. Early on, a guy from Road Bike Action Magazine stopped and asked if he could t

[RBW] Re: 700 x 45-50 options

i went through this quest a few weeks back, trying something different from 700x50 marathon supremes i wanted to try thunder burts, but in the time it took me to try to figure out the various versions, i stumbled on wtb nano's for 12$ each. i just finished a little 2 day trip on them and they w

[RBW] Re: Advice on Choosing a New Rivendell Appaloosa, Hillborne or Clem

i would probably eliminate clem from the running, and then i would use choice of bar/position as deciding factor between sam and joe. i think either could do what you want it to do. neither one is too lightweight for what you describe. both are super versatile. and you probably do need 45mm

[RBW] WTB: dirt drop stem, bar end shifters

Looking for a nitto dirt drop stem and some bar end shifters (need not be indexed) -- 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

[RBW] Re: Bags

Yeah the medium is huge. Bigger than a caradice camper, as I recall. Great for camping. In my experience, much more enjoyable with a rack or support underneath it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this g

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

What if i break up my original question into 2 hopefully easier questions. are there any dirt drops where the hood position is comfortable and you can use the brakes and they come in 25.4/26mm clamp size? are there any shallow regular drops that come in the 52-55cm range and have a 25.4/26mm cl

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Great idea! -- 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-bu

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Hey patrick, yes and i'm still continuing to. i love the albastache until i dont. i think the issue for me is that bars where i cant rest my hands on the on the area between my thumb and pointer (like on hoods or ramps) are fine up to a point, and then all of a sudden my hands go numb and i

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

i was coming up empty too. i thought i was just missing the right website. seems like the market would appreciate an option like this, especially since there are so many other redundant variations on drops and dirt drops. the leather bar may be too much on the wide side for my aesthetic taste

[RBW] Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

I seem to be going in reverse rivendell order with handlebars on the hunqapillar. it had albatross and now albastache bars. like both for up to 30 mile rides, but im starting to get bad wrist pain/numbness after that. I have 46cm noodles on another bike which are about the pinnacle of comfort f

[RBW] Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

I seem to be going in reverse rivendell order with handlebars on the hunqapillar. it had albatross and now albastache bars. like both for up to 30 mile rides, but im starting to get bad wrist pain/numbness after that. I have 46cm noodles on another bike which are about the pinnacle of comfort f

Re: [RBW] MUSA shorts question

You'll be fine. I'm a 32 and they feel just right. -- 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: Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

youtube is really great. i put my hunq together and it was the first bike that i built from the ground up. i did most of it with a small multi tool (with a chainbreaker) that has since been replaced with real tools. i've done a few others since. its really fun. seconding what others have said.

[RBW] Re: Sam Frame on Ebay (need advice)

i would have zero hesitation to go check out that cheviot. the issue with pricing is the same one that is in the OP. If he sells it for near the same price of a new bike from Rivendell, most people will just get the new one. you have to discount a reasonable amount on any used thing, even if it

[RBW] Re: Sam Frame on Ebay (need advice)

Thirded for a non shady looking listing. Also the gray cheviot is really pretty. -- 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] Re: Front rack w/ basket and panniers

That's interesting. I can't quite envision that tweak, but I'd like to see it. -- 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...@

[RBW] Re: Front rack w/ basket and panniers

I have the nitto big front rack with a medium wald on my hunq. i've used panniers on it quite a bit and never had a problem. i do try to even out the load from side to side and front to back of the bike. i also only keep the stuff i need to get to easily in the basket. i suppose it keeps the fo

[RBW] Sam Hillborn

Yeah! Mine has noodles on a 8 or 9 cm stem. I had mustache bars, albatross bars, map/ahearne bars and now the noodles, which I like best. Mustache was fine in retrospect. Albatross felt a little too upright and cramped for me. Map bars were comfortable but I could only really use one position.

[RBW] Sam Hillborn

I rode my Sam on 20 miles of trails and fire roads yesterday. Every other bike I saw was a suspended mountain bike. I was totally comfortable the entire time. I also ride it almost every day around town. It is my bike for everything but touring, and I've even considered that it would probably wo

[RBW] PSA: Cheviot on eBay (60cm, orange)

Thank god someone bought it. That was a great price. -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Proposal: Sew-it-yourself Half-Mitts

i think it's a great idea, though probably not a financially viable one. i doubt that if the finished versions didnt sell that well, than a sew-it-yourself version would do much better. i live in los angeles and have no need for them, but i'd buy the kit just to have an undaunting sewing proje

[RBW] Atlantis now redundant?

I didnt think it says much about it being better than the Atlantis over a variety of terrain. The geometry is different. Personally, I don't feel the draw of crazy long chainstays, and prefer a top tube length where I can use drops if I choose to. The Atlantis is also just a perfect bike though

[RBW] Re: thunder burt snakeskin vs raceguard

a funny thing happened while i was hemming and hawing over which version to get. i found some wtb 29er nanos for 12$ each. i have no doubt they are a lesser tire, but i think they'll do for the weekend. i wonder how many people schwalbe loses to indecipherability. -- You received this me

[RBW] Re: thunder burt snakeskin vs raceguard

Well thanks. All the feedback seems like I should definitely go ahead and get them. Nobody seems unhappy. maybe I'll flip a coin as to the variation. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

[RBW] thunder burt snakeskin vs raceguard

so im doing a couple day tour on about 50/50 pavement and dirt. i really like the marathon supremes on my hunq (and actually think they are decently supple at the right pressure). but im not the best dirt rider, especially with a camping load. the last time i did this it felt like i was sliding

[RBW] Re: When is a bike old?

My SO's dad consistently claims that his best friend had the same bike (hunqapillar) when they were younger. ive given up trying to say otherwise. i think he just sees green+lugs=same bike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Cheviot touring?

thats an interesting pic. i wonder what weight limit constitutes "road tour" (or mtn tour for that matter). with the lower rider weight limit and higher load capacity of the cheviot to the hillborne, i assume it kind of evens out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Cheviot touring?

i thought the cheviot could handle as much as a sam. im pretty sure i read that somewhere. i second doug's advice. it has to be better suited to most normal styles of touring than most bikes i've seen people touring on. if anything, id invest in a light sleeping bag and tent, add a VO mojave cag

Re: [RBW] Re: MUSA pre-order

I'll buy if they can match the gusset to my skin tone -- 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: MUSA pre-order

I can't imagine anyone really wanting or needing a colored crotch, but it seems like a lot of people really don't want a colored crotch. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving email

[RBW] Re: Your S24O tent recommendation

forgot to say that i also like the big agnes copper spur UL1 for more of a full tent feeling. -- 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-bun

[RBW] Re: Your S24O tent recommendation

i like my nemo gogo le for bike stuff. not quite a full tent, but big enough. has no poles and packs down super small in a compression sack. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: 2010 Wisconsin built Hillborne

My wife's orange canti hillborne's paint finish is certainly lesser quality than my blue side pull Taiwan hillborne. I didn't know any of the sams were made at Waterford until today, and I'm not sure if hers is one of those. But it's maybe possible that Taiwan paint holds up better? -- You rec

[RBW] Re: 2010 Wisconsin built Hillborne

pretty. out of curiosity, how did you find out it was wisconsin made? my wife has an orange hillborne from the same era and now id like to figure out it's origin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] MUSA pre-order

Love musa shorts. Hate the colored gusset thing they keep doing. A Truly baffling and unnecessary design choice to me. I was excited to get the new version, but a colored crotch is a deal breaker. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

In principle and theory I understand the argument against big discount sites sweeping the legs of the little guy. In practice in this group, I tend to disagree with the argument. i went from a 1 rivendell home when I joined the list, to a 4 rivendell home (2 new 2 used). I blame you guys. All t

[RBW] How tall is too tall for a 55cm Appaloosa?

No expert, but 55 seems way small. I'd ride a 55 and I'm 5'10 (ride a 54 hunq and 56 Sam for reference). I have to think 58 would be more comfortable for most riding. You could always use a shorter stem if you wanted to use dirt drop bars... -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] FS: acorn bag, nitto m-18, Thompson elite post

Sold -- 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@goo

[RBW] FS: acorn bag, nitto m-18, Thompson elite post

All sold pending payment -- 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] Re: FS: A Homer Hilsen 58, Campagnolo, 650b

Great price. Someone please someone please -- 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 thi

Re: [RBW] 650B Tires

How do you like the cazaderos on pavement? I'm on pavement about 80% of the time, but when I'm not, a slickish tire isn't cutting it -- 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 f

[RBW] Re: ?Appaloosa versus Sam Hillborne

i think either of the bikes is totally adequate for what you plan to do with it, in terms of loads and off road riding. never ridden a joe, but i have a sam and a hunq and for argument's sake ill pretend the hunq is a lot like a joe. i think what ed said about drop bars is really important. ive

[RBW] Re: Vintage Lift-a-Tube!

have to say, thats a better looking lift-a-tube > -- 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: Anyone have experience using Bosco bars?

im not a huge fan. like others have said, they come back real far. im not wholly convinced that the front position is comfortable or useful either. its like riding on the tops of narrow drop bars with 2 big horns extending up your arms and no easy way to the brakes. i put mine on a bike i built

[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

not much to add. seems like youre in a good place to start seeing what works for you. like Patch said, one of the most fun things is trying it out-seeing what works- getting rid of what doesnt work-buying new stuff to try out- repeat. my only note would be about hammocking in general. here in

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

The m18 gets bendy with loads of 4-5lbs, in my experience. I like a mark's rack, and have one on my main bike, but these days I put a long strut down to the drop out. Even then, there is noticeable sway. The whole diving board attachment point seems to need a redesign. I liked the vo construct

[RBW] Re: Roadini headbadge

I don't want or need a road bike, but that headbadge has me almost ready to order -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Post dynamo, keep the old front wheel?

hahaha. thats what im afraid of -- 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 em

<    1   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10   >