[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

2024-04-23 Thread Nathan Mattia
My 51 cm 650b w the Tektro side-pulls runs the 41-ish Fatty Rumpkins right now. I am curious if the Paul Racers would allow me to go bigger as well. On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 11:14:36 AM UTC-5 brenton...@gmail.com wrote: > I’ve had the 48 file tread without issue. I’ve seen people run

[RBW] Re: WTB- Nitto 32r Rack

2024-03-05 Thread Nathan Mattia
Still Looking!! On Friday, February 9, 2024 at 2:53:12 PM UTC-6 Nathan Mattia wrote: > I had the bigger 33r on my Sam Hillborne for a couple of years before > realizing a 650b bike is probably better suited to the 32r. > > Anyone have one of these for sale? > > -- You rec

[RBW] WTB: Blue Paul Racers and a Large Silver or Gray Trunk Sack

2024-02-11 Thread Nathan Mattia
thought I would go big and go for the Blue Paul Racers. The home-office is out of them right now. Anybody out there got a pair for sale? 2. Still looking for a Large Gray or Silver Trunk Sack for my Miyata 1000. LET ME KNOW!! -Nathan Mattia -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] WTB- Nitto 32r Rack

2024-02-09 Thread Nathan Mattia
I had the bigger 33r on my Sam Hillborne for a couple of years before realizing a 650b bike is probably better suited to the 32r. Anyone have one of these for sale? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] WTB: Large Trunksack and/or BackaBikes in Grey or Silver

2024-02-03 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hey There, Riv Riders I am loving my Blue Trunksack on my Sam Hillborne. I'd like to add a Large Silver or Grey Trunksack OR a set of BackaBike Panniers to my 87 Miyata 1000LT setup. Anybody out there want to sell some? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] WTB: Large TrunkSack in Grey or Silver

2024-02-03 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hello there Riv-Riders!. My Samwise Hillborne loves his Blue Trunksack AND, My Miyata 1000LT is purty, but it needs some bags. I'd like to get a Large Trunk Sack in Grey or Silver, and possibly a couple of Backabike panniers as well. Anyone have any out there for sale? -- You received this

[RBW] WTB: Bosco size 520mm or 550mm

2024-01-21 Thread Nathan Barlow
Hi all I am looking to buy a Bosco bar, either 520mm or 550mm. Based on past prices , I am aiming to pay $75 shipped. PayPal would be best for me Thanks Nathan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Platypus Frameset, 55cm, “Lime Olive”

2023-10-31 Thread Nathan F
Bumping this down to $1150 shipped ($1100 for local pickup). On Monday, 16 October 2023 at 16:47:50 UTC-5 Nathan F wrote: I’ve decided to sell my 55cm Platypus from the original run in the “Lime Olive” color. There are maybe 600 miles or so on the frame. I’m only selling it because I don’t

[RBW] Re: FS: 51cm Orange Sam Hillborne

2023-10-30 Thread Nathan Mattia
Price reduced to $1,950, plus shipping. On Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 4:51:02 PM UTC-5 Nathan Mattia wrote: > Hello Good Rivendellers. > The day has come and the need has arisen for me to sell my beloved Samwise > Hillborne. > > Here's the Flickr Link for current Pics. >

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Platypus Frameset, 55cm, “Lime Olive”

2023-10-16 Thread Nathan F
I’ve decided to sell my 55cm Platypus from the original run in the “Lime Olive” color. There are maybe 600 miles or so on the frame. I’m only selling it because I don’t have anywhere to store it after a recent move. Bummer! Here's how I built it if you're looking for some inspiration

[RBW] FS: 51cm Orange Sam Hillborne

2023-10-11 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hello Good Rivendellers. The day has come and the need has arisen for me to sell my beloved Samwise Hillborne. Here's the Flickr Link for current Pics. https://flic.kr/ps/3Mvw47 He's a Beauty of a Bike, and everything that was advertised. Selling for $2, 100. plus Bikeflights for shipping,

[RBW] WTB.: Large TrunkSack

2023-09-23 Thread Nathan Mattia
Looking to buy a Large Trunksack. Grey or Green or Silver preferred. Please message me. 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] Re: Off topic but perhaps permissible ....??? Pipes

2023-08-18 Thread Nathan Mattia
I’m your man, Patrick. Glad you remember the blog. Pm sent. On Friday, August 18, 2023 at 11:06:44 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > Technically, Patrick, steel tubing is pipe so I think you're well within > the permissible limits of RBW Owners Bunch. > > Cheers, John > > On Friday, August 18,

[RBW] Bicycle Quarterly Issues? Swap or sell?

2023-06-29 Thread Nathan Barlow
Hey all I am looking to buy some Bicycle Quarterly issues from the last 2 years. I have some older issues that I could swap if people are interested :) Thanks in advance for helping me get some nice summer reading Would need shipped t0 01746 Best Nathan -- You received this message

[RBW] Did I see one of you on a Mermaid Platypus riding around Forest Park in St. Louis this afternoon?

2022-10-01 Thread Nathan Mattia
I was on my Miyata 1000 today in Forest Park, and someone rode by me quickly on a Mermaid-green Mixte that might have been a Platypus. Was it you? -- 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] WTB Nitto Dirt Drop Stem, preferably 26.0 and 100mm

2022-09-05 Thread Nathan Mattia
rt-drop---mt-10---riser-quill-stem-stem_nitto_mt-10_870/p?skuId=673274 >> >> On Sunday, September 4, 2022 at 5:18:41 PM UTC-4 Steven Sweedler wrote: >> >>> Paul, there is one on ebay ending tomorrow >>> >>> https://www.ebay.com/itm/165650675210 &g

[RBW] WTB Nitto Dirt Drop Stem, preferably 26.0 and 100mm

2022-09-04 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hello everyone. I'm in the market for a Nitto Dirt Drop Stem to put on my new Miata 1000. They seem to be pretty rare with the 26.0 clamp. -- 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: Best all-around useful saddlebag?

2022-08-25 Thread Nathan Mattia
Check out ReLoad bags out of Philadelphia. They hand make all their bags with total customization, for a good price too. I have their bag made just for the Wald 137 that is AWESOME. *DeLuxe Waldo Basket Bag. * $129 and really, really cool. Fits like a glove and super handy. On Thursday,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB or TRADE for Albastache Bar

2022-08-19 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hey Sean I have a trade in the works, but I’ll let you know if it falls through. I’ll have to check on the size. Sorry. -Nathan Mattia “I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger and the tiger saw a man.” > On Aug 19, 2022, at 2:37 PM, s...@austin.utexas.edu wrote: > > 

[RBW] WTB or TRADE for Albastache Bar

2022-08-15 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hello. *Looking for an Albastache bar to set up on my new-to-me '87 Miyata 100LT* I have a Jones Bar SG 2.5 Loop in Silver Aluminum, still in the packaging (its a riser model) that I would trade. Also have an aluminum Albatross bar I would trade. OR I could buy outright from you. Thanks! --

[RBW] Re: FS 56 Toyo Atlantis and a few other items

2022-08-15 Thread Nathan Mattia
PM sent On Sunday, August 14, 2022 at 1:43:43 PM UTC-5 Andrew Huston wrote: > Atlantis is sold. All others still available. Thanks! > > On Monday, August 8, 2022 at 3:10:31 PM UTC-4 Andrew Huston wrote: > >> So no bites, I am not interested to keep this bike. Lets do $1800 plus >> shipping. >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Susie Longbolts vs Platypus for both pavement & off-road riding?

2021-12-12 Thread Nathan F
tires for mixed surface riding. Personally, I'd only get a Gus / Susie if I absolutely *needed* a big MTB tire. That would be riding trails, and by that I mean single track, not unpaved paths and gravel roads, 95% of the time. If you'd only like a 2.2" max, get a Platypus or a Clem! Nat

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Timeline - it's happening!

2021-11-28 Thread Nathan F
for them when they were shopping around for builders? Not so sure on the numbers for that second part, but I know they didn't use him much. Nathan On Sunday, 28 November 2021 at 08:07:58 UTC-8 Eric Daume wrote: > I’ve never heard that they used Sachs as a builder. Hasn’t he always

[RBW] Looking to buy 2020-21 BQ issues

2021-11-06 Thread Nathan Barlow
Hi there I am looking to buy the following issues: Summer 2020, Fall 2020, Winter 2020, Spring 2021, Summer 2021 Anyone have these and willing to part with them? Shipping to 01746 Thanks! Best Nathan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Looking to buy BQ issues (Summer 2020, Fall 2020, Winter 2020, Spring 2021, Summer 2021)

2021-11-06 Thread Nathan Barlow
Hi there Anyone have these and willing to part with them? Shipping to 01746 Thanks! Best Nathan -- 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 ema

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2021-06-26 Thread Nathan F
That Bleriot is a total write off unless you know how to weld and want a big project. The cost of repairing it would easily get you a new Riv! On Saturday, 26 June 2021 at 06:58:53 UTC-7 Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > I wouldn’t trust that Bleriot to make it across the English Channel… > >

[RBW] Re: Rack mountable UBS lights

2021-06-01 Thread Nathan F
or Problem Solvers Braze-On Light Mount. - Nathan in pdx On Tuesday, 1 June 2021 at 19:51:44 UTC-7 Kushan wrote: > Hi all - > > Does any have recommendations for a decent rack mounted USB light? My rack > <https://www.somafabshop.com/shop/product/18575-soma-rack-champs-elysees-stain

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

2021-04-30 Thread Nathan F
It's been nice seeing everyone get their frames, both here and on Instagram. Lots of great builds so far and plenty of inspiration for how I'll route the rear cantilever on mine. Seems I'm not the only one who wanted to use cantis! Yesterday the front rack came in for mine... now all that's

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2021-04-18 Thread Nathan F
Agreed Jason, I never get tired of seeing them. I had no clue there were any Sage Hillbornes left, and am glad to see one built up like that. It's where I think mine will eventually end up. For some reason, don't ask me why, to my eye the sage green Sams look especially good built up with no

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

2021-04-01 Thread Nathan F
I've got a 55 in the Lime-Olive headed my way! Unfortunately my rims are ~8 weeks out, which'll mean putting the frame on ice for a bit until they come in. Sure wish I ordered those sooner! I'll do a full build post once I'm all done. In the meantime, I'm excited to see what people who aren't

[RBW] WTB 58-59cm Atlantis frame

2021-03-28 Thread Nathan Sparks
Hello all, new to the group here. I am in search of an Atlantis frame. I would prefer one of the long chainstay, wide clearance new gen frames, but would be very interested in and older gen as well. If anyone has any leads thanks so much! Cheers, Nathan -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

2021-02-24 Thread Nathan F
What handlebars are people thinking of running? I'm between quite a few at the moment and am having trouble making up my mind: Albatross, Billie, Osprey, Granola, Ahearne, Jones Bend, phew, that's a lot. I thought to look at Cheviot builds for inspiration, but it seems like 95% of those

[RBW] Re: FS: Stuff! For cyclists! For... you?

2021-02-17 Thread Nathan F
Dos Eno and GRX crankset are spoken for. Everything else still up for grabs! On Tuesday, 16 February 2021 at 11:00:48 UTC-8 diekaiser wrote: > Hey Nathan. Shot you a PM about a couple of items :) > > On Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 4:09:59 PM UTC-8 Nathan F wrote: > >> Hi

[RBW] FS: Stuff! For cyclists! For... you?

2021-02-14 Thread Nathan F
new in box. $200. Always happy to answer any questions about anything above. Nathan -- 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

Re: [RBW] Hi & Questions...

2020-12-26 Thread Nathan Mattia
only “road touring” as they try to define differences between that and their “hillibikes”. -Nathan Mattia “I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger and the tiger saw a man.” > On Dec 26, 2020, at 9:52 AM, Philip Barrett wrote: > > But to quote their own website "Appaloosa

Re: [RBW] Hi & Questions...

2020-12-26 Thread Nathan Mattia
Ok, with those trails the Joe might do you better than the Sam. You’ll just have to figure out the best stem combo for your drops. -Nathan Mattia “I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger and the tiger saw a man.” > On Dec 26, 2020, at 8:47 AM, Philip Barrett wrote: > > Stil

[RBW] Re: FS - Small bits and Heron Poster

2020-12-20 Thread Nathan F
Message sent on the poster! On Sunday, 20 December 2020 at 20:16:37 UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote: > Hi folks > Posted this on ibob list and a couple of items claimed - if you read ibob > list too. See attached pdf for photos > Heron Poster -$30 shipped. Has a light brown stain in upper left

Re: [RBW] Re: 19-year old Riv

2020-12-20 Thread Nathan Mattia
DANG, what a nice looking bike! It’s the Christmas Bike! God Bless Us, Everyone! On Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 4:55:07 AM UTC-6 James Valiensi wrote: > Hi, > The RH instructions tell you to install the cranks dry. Which I did. This > goes against my normal method. So, in the end I greased

Re: [RBW] Re: Hi & Questions...

2020-12-20 Thread Nathan Mattia
Greetings, Phillip! Your lone picture turns me green with envy. I s want to visit my Mother Land on my Mother’s side, and hopefully ride there too. I would have to agree with Ed and say that a Sam Hillborne is just the thing. I have a 51cm with 650b Fatty Rumpkin tires and it’s a

Re: [RBW] Re: ROADUNO - a new singlespeed!

2020-12-11 Thread Nathan F
> >>> p.s. It took me a while to get the new sticker - "nothing" is greater >>> than a bicycle! >>> >>> On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 5:01:25 PM UTC-8 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Fingers crossed that th

[RBW] ROADUNO - a new singlespeed!

2020-12-11 Thread Nathan F
ay below." Sounds great. I'm praying for purple (no grey or RBW Blue, please--sorry but they use 'em too much) and v-brakes. Based on the name I think the latter is unlikely : ( - Nathan in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2020-12-11 Thread Nathan F
Seems like they cleaned it up a bit and added compass tires and wipers (the ones in the original listing look like they were dry rotted and no good). Wouldn't be surprised if there was some other mechanical issues that needed sorting. Should move quick in a hot market like SF!

[RBW] FS: Sackville Bags (Grid Grey)

2020-12-09 Thread Nathan W
ShopSack + Wald combination up front more regularly, these were rarely used, a handful of short rides at most. Both in excellent shape. Note: prices exclude USPS shipping Thanks, Nathan Newton, MA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Fs Large woolly warm sweater vest from Riv sale earlier this year $75, shipped. Never worn.

2020-12-03 Thread Nathan Mattia
I tried it on and it’s not for me. Tags still on it. One small snag, but I don’t know from whence it came. Size: Large -- 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

[RBW] Re: Comparing Rivendell Bikes to the old Bridgestones: Has anyone here experienced both a Rambouillet and an RB-T?

2020-12-02 Thread Nathan Mattia
iding my Bridgestone much compared to the Ram so I sold it some > years ago. > > On Monday, November 30, 2020 at 10:46:33 AM UTC-6 Nathan Mattia wrote: > >> >> *Has anyone here ridden both the Rambouillet AND an RB-T? *Looking at >> it’s geometry, the RB-T i

Re: [RBW] Comparing Rivendell Bikes to the old Bridgestones: Has anyone here experienced both a Rambouillet and an RB-T?

2020-11-30 Thread Nathan Mattia
use "planing" provisionally; in my case it might not be planing as Jan > describes it; it's just that some bikes encourage "1 cog smaller". The Ram > didn't, but again, it didn't ever feel as if it held me back. > > On Mon, Nov 30, 2020 at 9:46 AM Nathan Mattia wr

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

2020-11-29 Thread Nathan F
really shine (in every sense)! nathan in pdx On Sunday, 29 November 2020 at 07:31:39 UTC-8 Paul in Dallas wrote: > Marvelous, simply marvelous !!! > > Happy for you and look forward to future reports. > > > Congrats on the 3000 mile goal...way to go Leah! > > > &

Re: [RBW] Re: A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

2020-11-27 Thread Nathan F
;>>> obviously not for the OP), is what is unusual, not the seat post size. >>>> >>>> I think there are probably ways (though perhaps pricey) to have your >>>> cake and eat it too. For that you might need to go custom, as I pointed >>>> out

Re: [RBW] A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

2020-11-26 Thread Nathan F
re is a standard seatpost size in the >> bicycle industry. >> >> >> >> On Thursday, November 26, 2020 at 9:19:49 AM UTC-8 Nathan F wrote: >> >>> I was also disappointed to learn my Hillborne used a 26.8. What a >>> frustrating choice, sin

[RBW] Re: A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

2020-11-26 Thread Nathan F
t; bicycle industry. > > > > On Thursday, November 26, 2020 at 9:19:49 AM UTC-8 Nathan F wrote: > >> I was also disappointed to learn my Hillborne used a 26.8. What a >> frustrating choice, since seat post diameter is one of the few things in >> the bicycling industry that is *almo

[RBW] Re: A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

2020-11-26 Thread Nathan F
I was also disappointed to learn my Hillborne used a 26.8. What a frustrating choice, since seat post diameter is one of the few things in the bicycling industry that is *almost* standard nowadays (ignoring the sizes in use on modern MTB, plus all the proprietary crap). Then here comes Riv

[RBW] Re: new Google Groups question

2020-11-24 Thread Nathan Mattia
Where do you find the Sticky Messages that used to appear at the top of the board, such as the Rivendell Timeline and the Riv Reader links? On Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 8:02:40 AM UTC-6 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm not volunteering for this because I don't have the time or patience or >

[RBW] Re: Film Student Documentary on RBW

2020-11-23 Thread Nathan Mattia
Thanks for sharing that, Ben. Felt like I just spent 30 minutes with friends. On Monday, November 23, 2020 at 6:47:48 PM UTC-6 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: > This summer I devoured every minute of every video that had anything to do > with Rivendell that I could find. I watched this one a couple

Re: [RBW] Re: Wow! What's going on with Rivendell caps going for $$$

2020-11-21 Thread Nathan F
I take this auction and similar, like a used mug that went for $55 a month or so ago, as proof Riv needs to revive some of their accessory lines. People want the stuff (myself included) and I know the margin is there to make the endeavor worthwhile. On Saturday, 21 November 2020 at 09:13:41

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2020-11-16 Thread Nathan F
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/bik/d/hillsboro-rivendell-quickbeam/7232115283.html 64 cm Orange Quickbeam up in Oregon. Wish this was a 56--if anyone has one of those, I'll take it!! On Sunday, 15 November 2020 at 10:41:21 UTC-8 Matthew Williams wrote: > Bleriot > 56cm > $1750 > San

Re: [RBW] Bike of the Month: Sam Hillborne

2020-11-16 Thread Nathan F
Here's a link to my '18, if anyone needs inspiration! https://i.imgur.com/qYhzcom.jpg -- 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] Re: My First Riv - c.2016 Sam H - Help needed for Newbie

2020-11-10 Thread Nathan F
> > I've used the same wheels off road with some violence > Ha! What a great description. Regarding the Clipper, supposedly it is the same mold as the Sugino, so they should be identical. The Atlas and the A23 are the same price, except a set of A23s are 3/4 lb lighter. If you want classic

[RBW] Re: My First Riv - c.2016 Sam H - Help needed for Newbie

2020-11-10 Thread Nathan F
Hello fellow Sam owner! Lots of good advice has already been offered in this thread. I have an '18 in the same color, but with canti brakes. It was my first build as well, and I blinged out whenever and wherever possible. Retail cost of the build was ~$5000. White cranks and hubs, polished

[RBW] Re: How large of a tire will a Sam Hillborne actually fit

2020-11-08 Thread Nathan F
bigger. - Nathan -- 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

[RBW] Re: Bike of the Month: Sam Hillborne

2020-11-06 Thread Nathan Mattia
I think the reason people are so excited about the Hillborne’s is that they resemble something of a more mainstream bike. I realize it’s not entirely true, but it seems like for several months, the only bikes you could buy from Riv had insanely long chain stays or were all step-thru mixtes.

Re: [RBW] Re: 58cm Quickbeam build

2020-10-24 Thread Nathan F
of know the person who helped you with that bike. You're in the bay area right? I'm a 56, and the orange/canti is my favorite model so you'd ever like to sell it I'll happily buy--name your price! Nathan On Friday, 23 October 2020 at 08:05:42 UTC-7 Andrew Stevens wrote: > Miles, > > My

[RBW] Re: 2020 miles in 2020

2020-10-17 Thread Nathan Mattia
Well-spoken, Andy. And congratulations, Leah! On Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 5:53:15 AM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote: > > Leah, Your example is awesome. It's hard to keep a healthy perspective on > things in a world overflowing with ways and media intent on overflowing us > with absoluteness,

[RBW] Re: AHH max tire width and touring ability

2020-09-29 Thread Nathan Phipps
29, 2020 at 11:18:10 AM UTC-7 Nathan Phipps wrote: > >> Ok, photo for some attention ;-) >> >> [image: IMG_2061.jpeg] >> >> >> On Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 12:05:41 PM UTC-4 Nathan Phipps wrote: >> >>> Hiya. Long-time fanboy, first-time ow

[RBW] Re: AHH max tire width and touring ability

2020-09-29 Thread Nathan Phipps
Ok - a photo for some attention ;-) On Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 12:05:41 PM UTC-4 Nathan Phipps wrote: > Hiya. Long-time fanboy, first-time owner here. > > I’ve recently acquired a newer MIT A Homer Hilsen as my first Riv - very > fun bike, and I suspect it will help me e

[RBW] AHH max tire width and touring ability

2020-09-29 Thread Nathan Phipps
Hiya. Long-time fanboy, first-time owner here. I’ve recently acquired a newer MIT A Homer Hilsen as my first Riv - very fun bike, and I suspect it will help me explore which Riv is for me - and maybe it’s the AHH. We shall see. I tend to prefer cantis, and all things equal, the Sam would

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for in house bike stand/holder

2020-09-26 Thread Nathan F
it to be the easiest rack to take bikes out of and correspondingly put bikes into, it only takes a second. You can also chain them together with an optional attachment to make a custom rack that'll fit all of your bikes. -Nathan in pdx -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Front Derailleur for Riv Silver 34/24 cranks?

2020-09-13 Thread Nathan F
I had the same issue when setting up my girlfriend's Cheviot last year. She runs the Silver 34/24 crank set up with a 9 speed drivetrain, set up with trigger shifters. At first I tried a cheap triple, which didn't work as well as I'd have hoped (would've been fine if run friction). Then a Sora

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange Sam in the House

2020-09-09 Thread Nathan Mattia
Orange. The filter throws it off a bit. On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 10:04:26 PM UTC-5, Joel wrote: > > Great color. What is it? > > On Tue, Sep 8, 2020 at 10:43 PM Nathan Mattia > wrote: > >> Just got mine ready for Back to School >> >> [image: C3DA6

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne vs A. Homer Hilsen

2020-09-05 Thread Nathan F
This change baffled me too, when I was buying my 2018 (in 2019, the last one Rivelo had) it was a huge deal for me. Glad to see another run of them, in my eyes the Hillborne is the last holdout of the more "traditional" Riv designs that ended a few years ago. On Saturday, 5 September 2020

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne vs A. Homer Hilsen

2020-09-03 Thread Nathan Mattia
My 51cm Sidepull Samwise is PERFECT for my 80 PBH and 5’9” height, especially when set up with Albatross bars. Best fitting bike I’ve ever had. On Thursday, September 3, 2020 at 7:01:28 PM UTC-5, Joel wrote: > > > I like the Sam H a lot, if I do decide to sell the Bleriot I would want a >

Re: [RBW] WTB Brooks B67 preferably brown or honey.

2020-08-28 Thread Nathan Mattia
You can just send them to my personal email. nathanmat...@gmail.com -Nathan Mattia “I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger and the tiger saw a man.” > On Aug 28, 2020, at 1:15 AM, Sam Perez wrote: > >  > I sent pictures but it says it's too big to send. Is it visible?

[RBW] Re: 55cm Canti Sam Clearance?

2020-08-27 Thread Nathan F
The new Sams will have canti posts, and will come in "rbw blue" and "dark gold" according to Golden Pliers' most recent IG story. You could probably shoot them an email asking about the exact frame spec! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] WTB Brooks B67 preferably brown or honey.

2020-08-27 Thread Nathan Mattia
That would be great! -Nathan Mattia “I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger and the tiger saw a man.” > On Aug 27, 2020, at 10:30 AM, Sam Perez wrote: > >  > i can send some pictures this afternoon. > >> On Wed, Aug 26, 2020 at 8:02 AM Nathan Mattia wrote: &

[RBW] Re: 55cm Canti Sam Clearance?

2020-08-26 Thread Nathan F
. And I probably wouldn't ride off road with them. There hasn't been word about whether the new run of Sams will be identical to the last. The current trend seems to be more and more clearance in each model year, so you may be in luck. Nathan in PDX On Wednesday, 26 August 2020 07:55:02 UTC-7

[RBW] WTB Brooks B67 preferably brown or honey.

2020-08-26 Thread Nathan Mattia
Looking for a brown Brooks B67 Please let me know if you have one for sale! -- 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] Re: Suggestions on my aspiring Riv-style build?

2020-08-14 Thread Nathan Mattia
If you find yourself near St. Louis, Your welcome to test (and haggle over? My 56cm 1983 Expedition w an Albatross setup. -Nathan Mattia “I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger and the tiger saw a man.” > On Aug 14, 2020, at 9:44 AM, Ray wrote: > >  > Hey Joe,

[RBW] Re: Upgrade to Sam Hillborne from a Surly Corss-Check?

2020-08-11 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hello Jeffrey This year I finally stepped up and built up a Hillborne after Rivving up a 1992 Bridgestone RB-T, a 1993 Bridgestone XO-2, and a 1983 Specialized Expedition. You can read all about and see those pics at PipesBikesandLeather.com Once I rode the Hillborne, all of those others faded

Re: [RBW] Re: Suggestions on my aspiring Riv-style build?

2020-08-06 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hey Ray, Until a few months ago, I had both a 1993 XO-2 and a 1983 Expedition in my stable. I sold the XO-2 when I got my Sam Hillborne in March and I’ve never looked back. The X0-2 definitely felt speedier, but my actual ride times in my 9-mile loop around my part of St. Louis showed the

[RBW] Re: Path Less Pedaled will review a Riv!

2020-08-04 Thread Nathan F
What excites me is that it's a 650b Hillborne... perhaps a production sample from the upcoming release? That'd be cool to see! Nathan in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

2020-07-26 Thread Nathan F
to replace your Appaloosa's levers as standard v's are long-pull. On Sunday, 26 July 2020 10:25:37 UTC-7, Nathan F wrote: > > Ryan, > > I have mini motos on my Hillborne and they work extremely well. They'll > work with most tire sizes (I run 43mm Gravelking SK tubeless), but do not >

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

2020-07-26 Thread Nathan F
the cable UNDER the fender which seems crazy to me. I say go over, and if it eventually rubs through the plastic fender years down the line, who cares. Nathan in PDX On Sunday, 26 July 2020 09:02:10 UTC-7, Ryan M. wrote: > > Has anybody used Paul Components Mini Moto brakes and if so, how d

[RBW] Re: Shoe recommendations for wet fall

2020-07-24 Thread Nathan F
Andrew, Blundstones perform better than they have any right to while riding. Get some wool socks (and if it's really cold, their shearling footbed) and you'll be all set! Plus they're trendy right now and are worth +15 on any Instagram post you make : ) Nathan On Wednesday, 22 July 2020 18

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2020-07-21 Thread Nathan F
Oof. Really wish that was up here in Portland! Here's a custom that just popped up on ebay. Decent parts kit, but most importantly great tire clearance and cantis : )

[RBW] SOLD FS Sackville Small Trunksack in Olive Green $75

2020-07-07 Thread Nathan Mattia
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 view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith Jr (59) w/SON dyno setup

2020-07-01 Thread Nathan W
Thanks all for your interest; this bike has just sold (pending payment) and is no longer available. On Monday, June 29, 2020 at 2:19:54 AM UTC-4 ryan.tre...@gmail.com wrote: > I can't seem to figure out how to PM you Nathan on the new Google groups > (reply to author is greyed out), b

[RBW] Re: Single-speed country bike(?)

2020-06-29 Thread Nathan F
Still in the works, but there have been no updates, and no pictures... all we know is that the idea exists. As I understand it, the bike is on the back burner for a bit. On Saturday, 27 June 2020 14:02:48 UTC-7, Tully Lanter wrote: > > I seem to recall a mention of a single-speed country bike

[RBW] FS: Clem Smith Jr (59) w/SON dyno setup

2020-06-27 Thread Nathan W
hipping at actual cost. Please contact me for photos / viewings. Cheers, Nathan Newton, MA -- 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

[RBW] Re: Needed to buy a Suntour Rear Long Cage Derailleur quickly

2020-06-04 Thread Nathan Phipps
>From a pending spring cleaning FS post: - SunTour cyclone mk ii front derailleur - $25 - Suntour ARX front derailleur - $10 - Suntour ARX rear derailleur - $10 I can send photos offline. On Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 1:44:53 PM UTC-4, Joel Stern wrote: > > anyone have anything, NOS

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-21 Thread Nathan Mattia
We had good success in the 20” range w The Specialized Hotrock and Jazzi -Nathan Mattia “I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger and the tiger saw a man.” > On May 21, 2020, at 11:16 AM, Bob K. wrote: > >  > Thanks for the info on Cleary, Nathan! I'll look into it. >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-21 Thread Nathan Mattia
Sorry. Looked again at her size. The Cleary Owl can be had for $425 or so and they make a 3 speed but seem to be sold out a lot. On Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 11:10:52 AM UTC-5, Nathan Mattia wrote: > > Cleary bikes are only made for kids and have some real winners and > thoughtf

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-21 Thread Nathan Mattia
Cleary bikes are only made for kids and have some real winners and thoughtful design, imho. The meerkat might be just the thing for her. BUT the 5 speed is $594. My son rides a 24” Priority Start, which is decidedly NOT Rivish, but which had some features he needed for his CP. It’s 399.

Re: [RBW] FS: Fatty Rumpkin Tires

2020-05-18 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hey Rich, I’ll take these. PM coming your way. On Monday, May 18, 2020 at 2:46:20 PM UTC-5, RichS wrote: > > Price drop on the Rumpkins to $55 shipped. > > Thanks very much, > Rich in ATL > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 10, 2020, at 3:49 PM, RichS > > wrote: > >  > Green (light) model.

[RBW] Re: In Praise of RBW

2020-05-17 Thread Nathan Mattia
All this is soo true! I called a month ago for a Large Royal Trunksack, after hearing crickets here on the forum for a month when I put out a WTB notice. Turns out they never actually put Large Royal Trunksack into circulation. They don’t really exist. But you know what, they had one at

[RBW] Re: Rock n' Road Tires on a Sam Hillborne

2020-05-01 Thread Nathan F
I have a 18' Hillborne running 43mm Gravel King SKs, set up tubeless on a Velocity Quill wheelset (with SKS fenders!). Great tires, I like the ones with a little extra puncture protection as well. They're good for everything but mud. You could also look at options from WTB, Bontrager (GR1/GR2

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s have a St. Louis Meet Up!

2020-04-28 Thread Nathan Mattia
Hey Tim! Sorry you missed it. We will do it again, soon, I hope. -Nathan Mattia “I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger, and the tiger saw a man.” -Abraham Lincoln > On Apr 28, 2020, at 9:04 PM, Tim Rogers <97re...@gmail.com> wrote: > >  > I'm sorry I did

[RBW] Re: Let’s have a St. Louis Meet Up!

2020-04-28 Thread Nathan Mattia
Dean, great picture! Those are some good-looking Riv-Riders there! Paragons of fashion and style, every one! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s have a St. Louis Meet Up!

2020-04-25 Thread Nathan Mattia
questions. On Saturday, April 25, 2020 at 9:10:42 AM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote: > > Nathan, I'm in Highland Park of the East End, Kindred is my go-to. Aaron, > Catherine and John have been my first reference for folks shopping bikes. > They do a fantastic job of helping folks find their

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s have a St. Louis Meet Up!

2020-04-25 Thread Nathan Mattia
> > SWEET LORD, that looks amazing. That’s what I’m talking about when I say > I need scenery. I NEED to ride the continental divide. Whose Atlantis was > that shiny gem? I don’t think i could have ever brought myself to take it > outside! > Andy!, whereabouts in the Pittsburgh area are

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s have a St. Louis Meet Up!

2020-04-24 Thread Nathan Mattia
I’m in!. See you then, Jim. 2:00 at King Louis! On Friday, April 24, 2020 at 6:55:01 PM UTC-5, Jim S. wrote: > > Ok. Forest park. How about Sunday at 2 by that statute of St Louis in > front of the art museum? If we could get 5 Riv riders, I'd say great > success. I'm in. Anybody else? --

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s have a St. Louis Meet Up!

2020-04-23 Thread Nathan Mattia
s busy as ever during all this. >>> >>> I also tend to agree with you, a small group ride/chat can be done >>> safely. You don't have to ride in a peloton or paceline to ride together. >>> Can easily chat at 6ft distances. Not touch each others bikes. Wear masks.

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