Re: [RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

James - Yup, made at Waterford, in Waterford, Wisconsin. Reed - Yeah, it's one of the original Homers, and so you need to look for the old geometries. As David mentions, it is 62.5 cm per the chart. I'm in San Francisco and I would sell it nearby. It'd save me from having to pack it up!

Re: [RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

Ben, I presume you meant a PBH in the 90’s rather than 60’s? 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: Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

One down, thanks! On Monday, August 13, 2018 at 3:18:03 PM UTC-5, sameness wrote: > > 60cm = 190mm/7-1/2" > > Jeff Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA USA > > On Monday, August 13, 2018 at 12:29:05 PM UTC-7, Dave Grossman wrote: >> >> In order to help me ID a Quickbeam sizewise, can any owners help me >>

[RBW] Re: Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

Based on this thread, I ordered a Rivendell Bicycle Works mug (made by Red Wing Stoneware). It's terrific and easily my favorite mug... even moreso than the ones with my family pix on them. Yes, it is pricey, since you can get a working mug from a garage sale or GoodWill for a few bucks at

Re: [RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

Haha, yes I did. Thanks Patrick for catching that. So, to be clear, 92-94 (Here is the chart ) Ben On Monday, August 13, 2018 at 12:17:35 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Ben, I presume

[RBW] Re: WTB: bits n stuff for Lilli's new bike

I've got some of that stuff in here Brooklyn (bars, levers, cranks, shifters, saddle) Friction or index on those thumbshifters? I've got some friction onlys in the drawer. You can text me at 9one7 ate seven three ate 67 ate, that is if you can decipher the secret code! -Kai BKNY On Monday,

[RBW] Re: Sugino wide/low gone forever?

Thanks, everyone! I am still debating Silver or Sugino. I prefer new so Alex may be getting a call. -- 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: Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

60cm = 190mm/7-1/2" Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Monday, August 13, 2018 at 12:29:05 PM UTC-7, Dave Grossman wrote: > > In order to help me ID a Quickbeam sizewise, can any owners help me > out? > > Can you tell me your respective headtube lengths for a 56, 58, and 60? > > Thanks! >

[RBW] Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

In order to help me ID a Quickbeam sizewise, can any owners help me out? Can you tell me your respective headtube lengths for a 56, 58, and 60? Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] WTB: bits n stuff for Lilli's new bike

Howdy Bunch, (crosspost with 650b) My sweet Lilli (hello!) and I found an 87(?) Trek 330 Elance in her (very small) size and are so excited to build up her first thoughtfully-assembled and useful, well-fitted bicycle for general cruising around, errand running, some commuting. We're in the

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

So the 58 is likely a 170 in between is my guess. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

Cool. I was imagining something more like an archaeology dig or crash site, where you only had the head tube and had to ID the bike based upon that It does raise sort of an existential question about frame sizes though: If you measure a seat tube to be 56 cm and it's really a 58 cm, will it

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

Yes. But that can be easily messed up if not to the right spot of the lug. And the 56 and 58 are close in the top tube. I just want some extra data. -- 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: Chirping rear hub

Tony, my local bike shop. In my case, I just have them rebuild it. It wasn’t much, and for all the fiddling with wee bits (which doesn’t play well with my lack of fine motor skills since the bludgeoned brain), well worth it. But they’d order them for me if I was doing it myself. With abandon,

[RBW] Re: Is a 6% change in gearing noticeable?

Yep, you'll notice. In my experience, that small of a reduction feels less like you've shifted and more like you're in the same gear with fresher legs. So, definitely perceptible, but probably not a game-changer. On Monday, August 6, 2018 at 3:30:41 PM UTC-7, Dave Small wrote: > > Hi all. One

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

Okay, I'm curious. Wouldn't it be easier to ID a Quickbeam by just measuring the seat 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] Re: A four hour (over two days) ride on the Great Allegheny Passage

I didn't take many pictures, but I certainly wanted to thank everyone on this board for sharing your stories. Because of the threat of heavy rains, and that the bike might be sitting in the bike carrier most of the week, I opted to take my old 90’s hybrid. Patrick Moore (thanks, Patrick),

[RBW] Re: Chirping rear hub

The hub is an ultegra 6700... Thanks everyone for the things to go check! So tonight I got the wheel in the truing stand and double checked each spoke/nipple and lubed each one... Nothing stood out. Aside from checking that the valve stem isn't rocking or loose how else do you eliminate it as

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

Head tube on my 56CM Quickbeam is 15CM overall (between the headset cups). --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Aug 13, 2018, at 12:29 PM, Dave Grossman wrote: > > In order to help me ID a Quickbeam sizewise, can any owners help me out? > > Can you tell

[RBW] Re: WTB: bits n stuff for Lilli's new bike

Thanks Kai. I'll be in touch! P -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Chirping rear hub

Tony, I bring a few old bearings to my LBS and they sell me the correct size. I always buy a few more than I need cause they are more elusive than socks in the dryer! All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

Ha, no nothing like that! Just bike geometry OCD! Yeah, it would still plane! -- 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/FT - Nitto Albatross Cockpit - Silver Shifters, Paul Levers, Nitto Stem, Cork Grips

SOLD, thanks! On Sunday, August 12, 2018 at 7:36:32 PM UTC-5, Sean Steinle wrote: > > Catch and release. I bought these from Isaac a few weeks ago for a San > Marcos build. Well, I bought a Nobilette Rando, sold the San Marcos, and > these things are just too nice to throw on my winter beater

[RBW] Steilacoom or Barlow Pass

Barlow will do you just fine. I’ve ridden them on fairly technical single track, no worries (though I prefer the Steilacooms for their grip in loose and mud and ruts/roots). Some people get more flats, depending on terrain, debris, and riding style. My suggestion: get the EL and experience the

[RBW] Re: Need 'dark' theme parts recommendations for MIT Atlantis

The Brooks B68 is discontinued. This shop may have it still and may ship you it if you ask nicely? https://www.bertsbikes.com/product/brooks-b68-saddle-163322-1.htm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Need 'dark' theme parts recommendations for MIT Atlantis

Ash, I want to second what Erl mentioned about Blue Lug-- they have a plethora of black Nitto parts, and they are very easy to deal with. Once I ordered some bars on a Friday afternoon, and they were there on Tuesday morning! (From Tokyo!) The blacked out Atlantis is going to be awesome. I

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish in Long Beach?

Thanks everyone, for the great suggestions. -- 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: Sugino wide/low gone forever?

oh yeah, and a chain guard for the outer position -- 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: Sugino wide/low gone forever?

Modern bike has the bare arms (triple) for $95, and Universal has them for $81 (this matches even outside outfitters, a repackage vendor that has usually has the lowest prices if you're willing to wait). Pick up a pair of chain rings, and you're on your way. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Steilacoom or Barlow Pass

I rode Steilacooms on my bike all spring, and I swapped them for Barlows once the ground dried. Steilacooms are fantastic tires, and very very fast for a knobby. They roll great on everything; they have enough tread for a little mud, but that tread doesn't seem to drag too badly on the road.

[RBW] Re: Need 'dark' theme parts recommendations for MIT Atlantis

I like that Get Around bar. And those quill stems. I hadn't heard of SimWorks before. -- 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: Steilacoom or Barlow Pass

Barlows it is. Thanks guys! Eric On Monday, August 13, 2018 at 10:05:26 AM UTC-4, Ryan M. wrote: > > I would just go with the barlows if you don't find yourself on grass or > mud and don't ride getting out of the saddle on gravel hills very much. I'm > riding Antelope Hills on a mtb turned

[RBW] Re: Chirping rear hub

You don't mention the brand/model of the hub, but if it's one of the Shimano MTB hubs that feature a rubber dust seal and you haven't tried this already, put some chain lube on the inside of the dust seal. I've had those make noise if they're dry. On Sunday, August 12, 2018 at 11:51:24 AM

[RBW] Re: Sugino wide/low gone forever?

Or you could get a Silver wide/low. Laing Cocoa FL On Sunday, August 12, 2018 at 2:06:08 PM UTC-4, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > Missed the snap stock blowout at RBW by minutes. > > > Anyone know where else to get them? Soma out, too. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Steilacoom or Barlow Pass

I use both on my Atlantis and Homer, The Steilacoomm's work great on pavement and excellent in the mud, but they do hum along on pavement and are possibly overkill most of the time. Barlows are pretty good on gravel but not so hot when it's muddy. If you truly ride 50/50 I'd op for the

[RBW] Steilacoom or Barlow Pass

To me, the Steilacooms are annoyingly noisy on pavement. Bill -- 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: Sugino wide/low gone forever?

I think we have somewhich ring combo did you prefer? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Steilacoom or Barlow Pass

I would just go with the barlows if you don't find yourself on grass or mud and don't ride getting out of the saddle on gravel hills very much. I'm riding Antelope Hills on a mtb turned gravel duty and they have been fantastic tires except if I get out of the saddle to push up some loose

[RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

Is this American made? -- 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

Re: [RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

Mind measuring the top tube, Ben? The 65cm isn’t listed on the current Riv geometry charts. Also, what’s your location? Would you sell in person to someone nearby? Best, Reed On Fri, Aug 10, 2018 at 2:11 PM Ben Miller wrote: > For your consideration, a 65 Homer Hilsen Frame/Fork/Headset made

Re: [RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

According to charts (scroll down for the 'old' MUSA version), top tube is 62.5cm. On Monday, August 13, 2018 at 9:21:54 AM UTC-5, Reed Kennedy wrote: > > Mind measuring the top tube, Ben? The 65cm isn’t listed on the current Riv > geometry charts. > > Also, what’s your location? Would you

Re: [RBW] WTB/WTT: MUSA shorts, M (or S if new version) / or trade for Patagonia Stand Up Shorts

I found two pairs, and they fit like they were custom-tailored for me. Perfect for my rather sizeable thighs! Thanks so much, Chris! Bob K. in Baltimore -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Sugino wide/low gone forever?

I really prefer the look of the Silver crank myself. It's a really lovely crankset. On Monday, August 13, 2018 at 10:20:12 AM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > > Or you could get a Silver wide/low. > > Laing > Cocoa FL > > >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Steilacoom or Barlow Pass

Ryan, on standing climbs up loose stuff, shift weight to the rear tire by leaking back and using the handlebars to help compensate. I often am barely off the saddle doing this and it works well. Knobs v. slick are better, but it is surprising what a wide, supple tire can grip with a wee bit of