[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

Curious if decals are still available ? On Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 8:33:17 PM UTC-4, Ted Shwartz wrote: > > I have one of the first run green ones. It was my commuting bike for many > years with lights, fenders, and a big honking saddlebag. > > It's served duty on centuries, > club

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

I got mine from Montana. Quickbeams must be migrating south seeking the entwives. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 12:07:59 PM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > I bought my first QB from someone in Minneapolis as well!!! > -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

I bought my first QB from someone in Minneapolis as well!!! On Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 10:49:01 AM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote: > > in Durham. I got my QB from a seller on this list who's in Minneapolis, > too, so it wouldn't be the first time a QB has made that trip. :) > > -E. > > On

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

in Durham. I got my QB from a seller on this list who's in Minneapolis, too, so it wouldn't be the first time a QB has made that trip. :) -E. On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 7:00 PM, Comotion001 wrote: > Thanks Eunice for the QB info link. I'm in the Charlotte area, where

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

Welcome to the tribe (almost)! On Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 12:12:16 PM UTC-7, Comotion001 wrote: > > Hope to have another migrating soon. I have a bike shop lined up that is > going to inspect it and then pack / ship if it is as the seller > represented. Found the Omnium Bike Shop in

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

Hope to have another migrating soon. I have a bike shop lined up that is going to inspect it and then pack / ship if it is as the seller represented. Found the Omnium Bike Shop in Saint Paul, they are very accommodating. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

WOW, thanks for all the great feedback. It definitely sounds like a must have bike. The bike is on Minneapolis Craigslist. The owner says he purchased it from a collector in Colorado but doesn't know what year it is. I live in NC so I'm not able to see the bike other than the pics. He is

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

the age of the frame does not matter that much. some of the earlier ones do not have the braze-ons the fork for a front rack (you have to use clamps). but i would be more worried about condition, if it's in good condition then age doesn't matter to me. a bike is worth what someone is willing

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

There are few of us in Minneapolis/Greater Twin Cities. Depending on where the seller is and your timeframe, one of us might be able to go have a look-see (and get a vicarious thrill). I'm not sure what bike I would go to for packing; maybe Calhoun Cycle in Uptown? Dan A., do you have

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

>From the listing pictures, that QB appears to be in really nice shape. I don't see anything obviously weird or concerning about it. Go for it! KJ On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 10:02:28 AM UTC-4, Comotion001 wrote: > > WOW, thanks for all the great feedback. It definitely sounds like a

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

If you're curious can find history of QB here: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/index.html -E. (fellow QB owner in NC) On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 12:11 PM, Kieran J wrote: > From the listing pictures, that QB appears to be in really nice shape. I > don't see anything

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

If it's green, it's a 2004. I don't think there was a second run of greenies. I much prefer the look of no mid-fork bosses, since the Nitto M12 is the ideal rack for the QB - it attaches to the cantilever bosses for a clean, lightweight look. This bike has included fenders, pump, the stock

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

It's a first generation (green) Quickbeam. Maybe with original tires??? I think $1200 is within reason, especially if they will work with you on shipping, paypal, etc. That was the original price IIRC, so they do hold their value. 58 & 60 are probably the most desirable sizes as well. What are

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

Thanks Eunice for the QB info link. I'm in the Charlotte area, where are you in NC? On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 12:26:44 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote: > > If you're curious can find history of QB here: > > http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/index.html > > -E. (fellow QB owner in

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

The only thing I'd ever trade for my S1... might be a QB... It's an awesome and versatile bike that begs to be ridden plain and simple, or configured in some odd and different way. Currently set up as a 2-spd fixie (odd enough), but also have a flip-flop SS wheel... and considering a 5-speed

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

I agree with David - easily my favorite Riv, not only because of the fun of ss, but it just rides lively, solid, and fun like when you're a kid. Can't explain it, but jump on a QB for sure. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 11:32:34 AM UTC-7, Comotion001 wrote: > > I'm

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

Agreed on all the above. The quickbeam is the one bike I'd have a hard time parting with and I imagine will be in the stable for a long time. I had it setup as a road bike for a short bit, but now is handling commuting and kid carrying duties (with a yepp mini). -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

Spectacular! With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 12:32:34 PM UTC-6, Comotion001 wrote: > > I'm considering purchasing a used Quickbeam and found one my size. I like > the fact that I can put wider tires on it than what I'm currently riding. > I'm curious about the riding

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

As you will see those of us that have kept a qb or s1 will echo the same thing, we don't know why but its likely the last bike we'd sell. I can't guarantee that you will get it, but if you do its a really great bike. I have a hillborne that is nearly identical in dimensions but there is

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

I have 2 riv's- AHH and QB. I love them both, but I purposefully built QB to be a bit different from AHH (less racks, thinner tires, lighter). QB is my bike of choice for longer commutes/rides that don't require me to carry anything. What everyone says is true- there's something about QB that is

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

".. there is something about my qb." Scroll to the second post from the very top, where Jim talks about a new SS from Rivendell. Last post is a year ago. Anyone know what happened here? Possible got pushed aside for the Clem project? In any case, there is a passionate following for

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

I'm at a keyboard and can respond more fully now. Mine is my country bike, with my Hunqapillar as my trail and bikepacking bike. There is a contemplative flow to the single speed, and I suspect more specifically to the Quickbeam due to Grant's gifts of design, that makes every ride on it a

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

I recently sold my SimpleOne. I truly, deeply, honestly loved that bike. For a few reasons, related to wheel size (I don't like the feeling of fat 35+ tires on 700c) and wedding funds, I have made peace with the sale. Will I create a SingleSpeed bike from a 650b Riv in the future? Cheviot? My