[RBW] WTB: Hub Area racks

Hi folks, after finally getting my Sam built into it's current "lightweight" rando-type setup, I'd like to pick up a hub area rack to hang my sackville mini-panniers (I forget what they're actually called; I think they were originally handlebar bags?) on. Anyone have one they're not using?

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones SR build and second ride

Nice. I'll take a new photo of mine today. I changed a few things. -- 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: Frank Jones SR build and second ride

Question - how comfortable are those levers from the drops? -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones SR build and second ride

On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 11:53:20 AM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote: > > Question - how comfortable are those levers from the drops? > Right now the levers are hard to reach from the drops. I am going to lower the levers some. The hood levers seem a little narrow compared to the Tektro TRDs that I am

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis Pre-sale page is up on rivbike.com

I’m a 87. I called riv, talked to Rich, then ordered the 56 upon their recommendation. I’ve already got an Atlantis and I’m excited to try it in 650B. I’ll likely keep both. Matt B Oswego, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

Comment from Jan (I presume, Compass, technically) says late spring/eary summer release. Very tempting. Given how much better my Quickbeam rides trails with compass knobbies vs same or even a bet wider slicks, I’ll likely hold out for a 50-55 knobbie and enjoy my 2.1” Thunderburt liteskins for

[RBW] 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

This past weekend I rode the Sky Londa 300k brevet with Santa Cruz Randonneurs. I rode my 56cm, single top tube, cantilever-brake, orange Samuel Hillborne. Executive summary: the ride went great. The bike did perfectly. I'm hoping to do my 400k in two weeks. Bike details: I ran 700x35

[RBW] FS: BQ 55-61

Hi gang I've got an excess stack of duplicate BQ issues, numbers 55-56-57-58-59-60-61, all in very good shape. $5/per + actual shipping, let me know which issues you are interested in. Thanks Joe -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis Pre-sale page is up on rivbike.com

Similarly I called Riv Bike too to discuss sizing. I would like to purchase a MIT Atlantis as a dedicated tourer and keep my SH in dirt mode. I was thinking I'd be somewhere between the new 56cm and the 59cm...but was told that I'd be on a 53cm! My pbh is 84.5 and I find that very

[RBW] Re: Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

And I JUST got a pair of Snoqualmie pass for my Joe Appa. Well, I guess I'll just have to ride them for a few thousand miles and see how they do before I upgrade. Edwin On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 8:14:34 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Compass posted a photo of a 700x55 Antelope Pass road

[RBW] Re: Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

Edwin: you won’t regret it. The Snoq’s are great on my Joe. Wear em out while we wait for this new size! Bill in Westchester, NY -- 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

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones SR build and second ride

You changed a few things on the one you are selling on ebay? The one that's listed as 'used less than 10 miles'? Have you elected to keep it? Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 8:52:36 AM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > Nice. > I'll take a new photo of mine today. I changed a

[RBW] Re: 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

Terrific write up, Bill--thanks for sharing! I've casually toyed with the idea of doing a 200k brevet (I've never done one) but have it built in my mind as this grueling against-all-odds-it's-me-versus-everything experience. But yours picks up on the scenery and photos and the experience and

[RBW] 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

Fantastic, Bill! Well done, and a tip a’ me plaid cycling tammy to you! With abandon, Patrick -- 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: 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

I think everybody is different on how they deal with long days on the bike. Some people just get grumpy and unhappy after a few hours, and that's no fun. Your bike has to be comfortable. I've had long days where my neck or shoulders or my tush start to hurt, and that can make things no-fun,

[RBW] 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

I think your ride reporting is improving and it was already great. I'm ready to go sign up for a 200k! When this rando series is complete you should do a retrospective all the way back to your 200x10 self challenge last summer. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

Nice, Bill! Hoping to do my first 200K this year on my revamped ‘09 orange Sam. Thanks for the additional inspiration! Have a link to the route or gps track? I’m always curious how the rides out west compare to the rollers in MD. Bob K. in Baltimore -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

Bob K asked for the route: Link to Sky Londa 300k on RideWithGPS On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 4:27:20 PM UTC-7, Bob K. wrote: > > Nice, Bill! Hoping to do my first 200K this year on my revamped ‘09 orange > Sam. Thanks for the additional inspiration!

[RBW] Re: FS: BQ 55-61

Only 58-59-60 remain, $20 shipped. Thanks =- Joe On 4/9/18, Joe Bunik wrote: > Hi gang > > I've got an excess stack of duplicate BQ issues, numbers > 55-56-57-58-59-60-61, all in very good shape. $5/per + actual > shipping, let me know which issues you are interested in. > >

[RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

Patrick: I had a set of Honjo fluted fenders. Although they were extremely light weight and beautiful, I can personally attest they were neither quiet nor hearty. The first time a pebble rattled through one of the fenders, it sounded like the derailleur was eating itself. I ride my bikes

[RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

I have the hammered Honjos on my Cheviot. Don’t do much off-roading but the pieces of grit and small pebbles from the road ping all over the metal. Frankly I find it annoying -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones SR build and second ride

https://photos.app.goo.gl/IrARRNLwRugX7cSI2 On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 6:28:41 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > You changed a few things on the one you are selling on ebay? The one > that's listed as 'used less than 10 miles'? Have you elected to keep it? > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA >

[RBW] Re: 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

Congrats, Bill, and thank you for the write-up. It provided some much needed inspiration before I take on my first 200K brevet this weekend. Debating whether I ride my Atlantis (sturdy and hefty but supremely comfortable), my Lightning Bolt (probably perfect, but perhaps overkill), or my

[RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

Tony, what size Berthoud fenders are you using? John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 7:09:37 PM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > I can't answer for honjo's, but berthoud stainless are rock solid and > quiet for me over 2+ years of use. I'm sure your off-road use will stress >

[RBW] How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

Knobbies seem designed to shoot gravel through the fenders. I wouldn’t do it. Slicks with Ron’s tire wiper idea has merit. That I may do. Philip Santa Rosa, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: FS(probably) 50cm Rivendell Cheviot - $2000 shipped

An inquiry stemming from curiosity and not looking to buy at this time, but what was the height of the intended rider? Thank you IanA On Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 10:56:03 AM UTC-6, Belopsky wrote: > > Starting it at $2000 > >

[RBW] FS: Cranksets, pedals, shifters, derailleur, brakes

Cross-post from i-BOB, lots of stuff for sale. Most of these are take-offs from my spring break projects, others were just kicking around the parts bin for way too long. My bike budget is in the red at the moment, I need to dig myself out :-) 1) Shimano FC-6206 Deore XT 175mm 110/74 Triple

[RBW] FS: Medium MUSA Knickers - Black

I've got a pair of black MUSA knickers in medium. These are in great shape with no rips/holes. I just installed some new elastic and buckle in the waist. $40 shipped CONUS PM off-list, thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: FS: Dos Enos 16/18, Carradice, Wool

Dos Enos Sold. Everything else is still available. On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 6:25:52 AM UTC-7, Jonathan D. wrote: > > Also for sale. Carradice Classic Saddlebag Rack For $35 shipped. > > 3 large Icebreaker sweatshirts. $40 shipped for the two with hoods and $35 > shipped without. > > Ibex

[RBW] Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

Very interesting indeed Bill! That Instagram post wasn’t dated April 1? I wonder if these will fit on my Appaloosa. If my nominal 44mm Snoqualmie Pass tires measure actual width of 41mm, will the new 55s measure 50-51mm on the same rims (Atlas). I will be eager to find out. As it is, 53s

Re: [RBW] Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

I avoided social media for years and then realized I could set it up to reflect my hobbies. My Instagram account is 100% bike stuff, my Twitter account is 100% news, etc... It's a great way to receive instant newssuch as these tires! On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 9:25:38 AM UTC-5,

Re: [RBW] Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

Thanks for posting that. Funny, I write resumes for a lot of marketing execs, and I've had to learn about social media, all the while disdaining to use the things. I'll be interested to learn how wide these are in real life. Patrick Moore, whose bike has room for 60s and fenders, in ABQ, NM On

[RBW] Re: Something Simple This Way Comes...

Beeeutifull!!! All that dark green and black with the white graphics is so sharp. Well done and congratulations! Regards, Richard On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 8:11:17 AM UTC-4, tc wrote: > > Thanks all -- it really is a fun bike. Sometimes it's just nice not to > change gears and focus on what

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis ~ 1999

Sim works makes a tire called the “homage” in 700c options. but as far as I know Michelin nor any other company makes a 26 inch tire in this color anymore. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 9, 2018, at 8:19 AM, Minh wrote: > > i also have a set of these michelin

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

That combination may be one more reason for using SKS fenders, with the QR attachments. OTOH, sticks can still jam your wheel even without fenders -- I recall my brother doing a very slow and elegant front wheelie -- he avoided the face plant -- when a stick stopped his front wheel on one of our

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

I'm going to take exception with Patrick, in that, you'll never crack any fender unless you install it with external residual stress (and yes, he admitted that). I have one set of Honjos that has been on two bikes, for many, many thousands of miles - wrecked on the 1st bike, reshaped the

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

Ron, on the tire wipers do you have them in contact at all with your tires? I installed the compass wipers on my Saluki last fall and found them to be fiddly, lots of adjustment to keep them from buzzing on the tire. I've got them off the tire enough now to not require ride to ride adjustment

[RBW] Re: Something Simple This Way Comes...

I tried Dove bars upside down for awhile on my fixed/free bike and didn't like them at all in upside down mode. Somehow low and close is worse than high and close. I found Mustache are better for that look and purpose, but I eventually settled on drops. I prefer drops when you only have one

[RBW] Re: Something Simple This Way Comes...

Thanks all -- it really is a fun bike. Sometimes it's just nice not to change gears and focus on what you can do with what you've got. Kind of freeing. I'll stick with this gearing for a while and see what happens. I will probably add a tooth or two to the chainring eventually, but whatever

Re: [RBW] Re: Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

Well, it seems you do miss some things when you forgo social media. I'll be interested when a description (and a photo! I wonder if it will seem as pneumatic as the Rat Trap Pass?) appears on more retrograde platforms. Jan mentioned a tire like this some time ago, but when I inquired late last

[RBW] Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

Some folks will be measuring chainstay and fork crown clearances. https://www.instagram.com/p/BhVo5GrBsNj/ -- 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 55cm Sam Hillborne

Nice bike. If it had cantilevers I'd snatch it up myself. (I'm looking for this size, but my wife won't let me buy new yet!) Good luck with the sale. On Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 6:36:02 PM UTC-4, Mike OShea wrote: > > Selling my Blue Rivendell Sam Hillborne, 55 cm. In very good condition.

Re: [RBW] Frank Jones SR build and second ride

On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 9:44:56 AM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Nice path racer. I myself would position the brake levers lower down, but > it would be a shame to wreck that pretty tape job. > >> >> >> The bars are wrapped from the middle and ends to the levers, might not be >> that

[RBW] FS: 59 Clem H - Grilver

BUMP. $1400 shipped CONUS. -- 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: Frank Jones SR build and second ride

On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 9:58:03 AM UTC-4, Ken Yokanovich wrote: > > Looks great, like when there is a cohesive theme to a bike. Nice mix of > old and new, good color match. Look like the Compass Snoqualmie Pass > tires? I bet the ride is superb. > > Barlow Pass tires and yes it rides

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

Hi Tony, no, I have them just Not contacting the tires. When I hear the tire rub noise, I adjust them, but that's very infrequent. So fiddling time is minimal. I avoid riding off curbs, because that knocks the front out of shape, and I have to stop and reshape it. On another bike I use the

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

ps - I frequently ride gravel roads, and no rock pick-up. My buddy with metal fenders and no wipers here, his bike sounds like popcorn on gravel. > > On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 7:04:37 AM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: >> >> Ron, on the tire wipers do you have them in contact at all with your

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

Come to think of it, I wouldn't be afraid of using the Raceblade XL with knobbies, because the height is easily adjustable - this might be an option for you, Deac. Even though they're rated for 32mm, they provide great coverage and clearance with my 38mm Barlows. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Atlantis ~ 1999

Speaking of Green tires, Did y'all see this? https://www.instagram.com/p/BhUSydjHSAO/?hl=en=ultraromance_mach2 -- 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

[RBW] Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

Compass posted a photo of a 700x55 Antelope Pass road tire. The post called it a prototype currently under test. That’s going to be an exciting option for many. Who’s going to put them on their Hunqapillar first? Bill Lindsay El Cerrito Ca -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Atlantis ~ 1999

i also have a set of these michelin wildgrippers--on my MTB from the late 90's. though mine are nearing 20 years old so not sure how well they ride, its been a few years. are michelin still making these or are all these pics NOS? what other options are out there for celeste green tires?

[RBW] Re: FS: Dos Enos 16/18, Carradice, Wool

Also for sale. Carradice Classic Saddlebag Rack For $35 shipped. 3 large Icebreaker sweatshirts. $40 shipped for the two with hoods and $35 shipped without. Ibex Orange Bike Jersey. XL $50 shipped On Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 10:17:28 PM UTC-7, Jonathan D. wrote: > I am selling several items

[RBW] Re: FS 55cm Sam Hillborne

Matt: The saddle is new, I never used it. I was using a Ergon saddle witch is now on my mountain bike. On Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 4:36:02 PM UTC-6, Mike OShea wrote: > > Selling my Blue Rivendell Sam Hillborne, 55 cm. In very good condition. > Purchased from Rivendell 2015, it has 733 miles.

[RBW] Frank Jones SR build and second ride

I decided, after the first ride, that the saddle and pedals were too narrow. So I went big and ordered some blue Catalyst pedals and installed one of my Brooks B68 saddles from the stash. After a mile or so of trying to position my feet "correctly" on the Catalyst pedals, I decided to quit

[RBW] Re: Cockpit Items - For Sale

Everything is sold folks. Thanks so much. On Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 10:26:18 AM UTC-5, Mat Grewe wrote: > > Sale pending on the bar end shifter pods. > > On Monday, March 26, 2018 at 12:51:45 PM UTC-5, Mat Grewe wrote: >> >> Just the bar end pods are still available. Everything else has

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

That's remarkable. Now, my Honjos were the "hammered" type; I wonder if that made them more brittle, or if that's not the cause, at any rate, more prone to cracking? Good to know about compound curves; I hope eventually to replace the Berthouds on one of my Rivs (which I slightly marred in a

[RBW] Re: Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

700 x 55 Compass tires?!?! Oh my Lord, heaven on earth! Maybe 700 x 55mm Compass knobbies are in the works? John On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 6:14:34 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Compass posted a photo of a 700x55 Antelope Pass road tire. The post > called it a prototype currently under

Re: [RBW] Frank Jones SR build and second ride

Nice path racer. I myself would position the brake levers lower down, but it would be a shame to wreck that pretty tape job. On Mon, Apr 9, 2018 at 7:31 AM, lconley wrote: > I decided, after the first ride, that the saddle and pedals were too > narrow. So I went big and

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

On 04/09/2018 12:55 AM, Surlyprof wrote: When I acquired my Hillborne, it had Honjo Hammered fenders.  I found them to be very sturdy and beautiful but the noise drove me batty. What kind of noise was that?  Rattling from a loose installation, or the sound of dirt and gravel hitting the

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones SR build and second ride

Looks great, like when there is a cohesive theme to a bike. Nice mix of old and new, good color match. Look like the Compass Snoqualmie Pass tires? I bet the ride is superb. On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 8:31:56 AM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > > I decided, after the first ride, that the saddle and