Re: [RBW] Marks Rack with no holes

with Ruthworks front bag -- 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] Hillborne seatpost size

I just picked up a 51cm Sam Hillborne frame for my wife, and need to order a seatpost for it. Anyone happen to know what size post fits this frame? Many thanks, Kevin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

> Curious: Since modern derailleur drivetrains are so amazingly reliable -- I can speak with certainty of 9 speeds and with some confidence about 10 speeds, and > these both frictioned and indexed -- what is the value of Rohloff if you are not doing a world tour? Pretty much what drove me to

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto 25.4mm Moustache Bar

I pretty sure I have one I would part with. Checking today Jim Madison On Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 3:55:19 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: > > After getting a complete cockpit setup with these, I'm very happy and > would now like to get another set for an early 80s Trek. > So, another

[RBW] Re: Anyone order a Joe?

Bryan, what is your PBH? On Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 9:42:29 PM UTC-4, comveo wrote: > > Hey Patrick, > > I'll chime in since I first had a 58cm Hunqapillar, then sized up to a 62. > I too am on the line between sizes. You're looking at a slightly smaller > jump from 55cm to 58cm with the

[RBW] Re: Anyone order a Joe?

By that method (overloading your cart with >10 in every size), it looks like that as of Nov 1 2015, people have pre-ordered Zero - 46cm 2 - 51cm 6 - 55cm 3 - 58cm 1 - 62cm If they really need to limit the first run to 50 (for whatever reason), it seems they'd be a lot better off building a

[RBW] Re: Anyone order a Joe?

Hey Daniel, I'm 6'2" and my PBH is 91cm w/o shoes. Hope this helps. On Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 9:49:00 AM UTC-5, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > Bryan, > > What is your PBH and your height? > > Thanks, > D. > > On Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 9:42:29 PM UTC-4, comveo wrote: >> >> Hey Patrick, >>

[RBW] Re: 22.2 to 25.4 or 26.0 mm shim?

Yes. They've been around since at least the early 80's . http://www.amazon.com/Sunlite-Handlebar-Shims-25-4mm-Black/dp/B00629OCTI On Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 1:38:59 PM UTC-5, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > Does such a shim exist? > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Hillborne seatpost size

27.2 -- 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: Anyone order a Joe?

Bryan, What is your PBH and your height? Thanks, D. On Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 9:42:29 PM UTC-4, comveo wrote: > > Hey Patrick, > > I'll chime in since I first had a 58cm Hunqapillar, then sized up to a 62. > I too am on the line between sizes. You're looking at a slightly smaller >

[RBW] Re: 1985 trek 870 rivified and rebuilt

What really nailed it for me is the bottom bracket drop.50mm!!! That's almost unheard of on old MTB's. The fact that it's a Trek doesn't hurt, either. My first bike was a 1995 Trek and I'll always be a vintage Trek fanboy.. On Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 8:59:31 AM UTC-6, Montclair

[RBW] FS: Hunqapillar frame + forks (low trail + original) & parts

I'm on the peninsula and am very interested in taking a peak. I can't figure out how to get your email with my iPhone or iPad so I apologize for not going straight through email. I'm mainly looking at the frameset. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

Here is a link to my pictures from my visits to BB and RBW HQ last weekend. https://www.flickr.com/photos/30490050@N04/albums/72157658301010553 The Clems and Clementines were lined up too closely together to get good photos of them, so I just took a couple of shots of the place and some

[RBW] Re: I finally bought a Rivendell -- Cheviot!

Love the Cheviot! I recently discovered a way to discreetly secure the dyno wiring. You might look at this instead of zip ties. Marc On Friday, October 23, 2015 at 10:56:25 AM UTC-4, Lynne Cooney

[RBW] Re: 22.2 to 25.4 or 26.0 mm shim?

Yes, for seat posts. -- 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 55cm Rivendell Cheviot Orange

The Cheviot is sold and moved to a wonderful, local home where it will be enjoyed for years to come. On Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 10:32:15 AM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > For sale is my wife's 55cm Rivendell Cheviot complete in orange. I bought > it for her hoping the orange color (she

[RBW] FS: Various Parts and Accessories

All prices include shipping. Items purchased this week will ship next Saturday. Thanks for perusing. *Tubus Disco Rear Rack* - black, good condition. $110 *Paul Component Compact Love Levers* - silver anodized, good condition. $85 *Whipperman Connex 8sX 8 - Speed Chain* - new in box. $60

[RBW] Re: 1985 trek 870 rivified and rebuilt

Bravo, Chris!! That's one of my favorite frames, and you've nailed it. Perfect rebuild, brings out the absolute best in this bike... enjoy that beauty for a long time. We did a group ride yesterday on a collection of (converted) 80s MTBs (Rockhopper, Bianchi Grizzly and Schwinn Cimarron).

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto 25.4mm Moustache Bar

Sorry the 2 I have that are 26.0 On Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 7:54:24 AM UTC-6, jim wrote: > > I pretty sure I have one I would part with. Checking today > > Jim > > Madison > > On Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 3:55:19 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: >> >> After getting a complete cockpit

[RBW] Re: 1985 trek 870 rivified and rebuilt

The tires are something called Halo Twin Rail. i purchased these a while back on a whim, because they were cheap, looked ok and reportedly had good puncture protection. i can report that they do have good puncture protection and are not horrible on dirtthat's it. Ive gone through a lot of

[RBW] Re: I finally bought a Rivendell -- Cheviot!

Nice! Thanks. I just replaced all the white zip ties with orange. But that looks better. On Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 8:37:33 AM UTC-8, Marc Irwin wrote: > > Love the Cheviot! I recently discovered a way to discreetly secure the > dyno wiring. You might look at this instead of zip ties. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Hi Don, Isn't it just natural, bikes & coffee. For me there's nothing like a group ride with a beverage break. Thanks for sharing your ride it sounds like a great day in the saddle. FYI Bruce my brother has your old Rodeo. I'm riding one of your lightly used Selle Anatomica's on my 1984 Trek

[RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Hugh, Love this stuff. On Sundays my wife and I have a 35-40 mile casual,flat ride to a destination that serves "Lavazza" coffee. When we arrive, I can hardly wait for my cafe americano. We usually have anywhere form 8-15 coffee lovers. The ride is kind of a "piano" ride. The weaker riders

[RBW] Re: Tail wind, head wind

Lol's yeah I've had the same experience deceiving my self into thinking I'd improved in my fitness level only to be crushed with the realization that it had been a tail wind and not me. I must say having a strong tail wind is magical for that fleet flying feeling. I've been looking at head

Re: [RBW] Re: What bar for a Bontrager Race Lite?

Wallingford, www.wallbike.com carries a few sizes of 1" Kalloy threadless stems. They're not Nitto quality, but you might find one that works for you. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: WATERTON CANYON REOPENED

Jon, Great images. I love the big horn sheep! And those roads look fantastic. Alas were still in the mid 80's here in Los Angeles but we have some scattered rain in our near future. Wow I just can't imagine riding in 45F! That's so far off from our temp range. Thanks for sharing and don't feed

[RBW] Re: I finally bought a Rivendell -- Cheviot!

Oh boy, I have a 60cm frame on the way. This is going to be my first Rivendell and I'm excited. On Friday, October 23, 2015 at 7:56:25 AM UTC-7, Lynne Cooney wrote: > > Five years after almost buying a Betty Foy, but opting for a Retrovelo > instead (and I do like my Retrovelo better than the

[RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

Please provide the details on your 1x6 set up. I've often thought about doing the same for my Salsa Casseroll. Thanks! JohnS On Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 7:00:26 AM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > Curious: Since modern derailleur drivetrains are so amazingly reliable > -- I can speak with

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

I love that Cycletruck. One of these days I'm going to grab one of those frames and move my Mini Velo parts to 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

It's probably just that the current batch of Clem owners aren't self-absorbed show offs like the rest of us. They are all out there smiling and riding.  -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] 22.2 to 25.4 or 26.0 mm shim?

Does such a shim exist? -- 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: 1985 trek 870 rivified and rebuilt

I recall the original discussion about this frame from back around the first of September. That's pretty quick turnaround for a PC job and then finding all those components! Looks fantastic. Did the same shop that did the PC take care of those brake mounting stud misalignments you were

Re: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

Is it just me, or is the Clem the least photographed new Riv model ever? (This doesn't count prototypes.) -- 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: Clems have shipped!

James, I don't think many people have them yet! I know I don't. Edwin -- 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: 1985 trek 870 rivified and rebuilt

well, the parts situation was very much helped by having a 7/8th built 89 rockhopper who sacrificed itself for this build. transferring the parts didnt take much time, and the powdercoat was done in less than a week. i had the frame realigned by an older bike shop which had a park tool table