Re: [RBW] Re: Bike quiver update focusing on my A. Homer Hilsen

Nice, thoughtful post, René. If I can interject my opinion (it is the internet), I would say don't sell any more bikes! You have a great 1, 2, 3 combination right now... seems just perfect! On Sat, Feb 20, 2016 at 9:24 PM, René Sterental wrote: > Sorry John, I didn't take

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike quiver update focusing on my A. Homer Hilsen

Sorry John, I didn't take any photos before taping it. I don't know if I can articulate the differences between the C17 vs. B17 and Berthoud touring saddle. I have both versions of the C17, with and without the cutout and I find them pretty much the same. Perhaps the one with the cutout is

[RBW] Re: Bike quiver update focusing on my A. Homer Hilsen

I enjoyed the detailed report and am glad things are working out for you & the AHH. Do you have a picture of the Compass handlebars mounted and rotated without the bar tape? What differences/advantages do you find that makes the C-17 better than other saddles you tried? John Hawrylak

Re: [RBW] Bike quiver update focusing on my A. Homer Hilsen

Thank you Erl. Edwin, that's not a bad idea to consider. I may give it a try. On Sat, Feb 20, 2016 at 8:38 PM, WETH wrote: > Rene, > I enjoyed reading about the evolution of your bikes as well as your > progress toward your fitness goals. Well done! Your Homer is

[RBW] Bike quiver update focusing on my A. Homer Hilsen

Rene, I enjoyed reading about the evolution of your bikes as well as your progress toward your fitness goals. Well done! Your Homer is beautiful! All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Bike quiver update focusing on my A. Homer Hilsen

One little aesthetic change I made recently (sorry no photos) was that I put my computer on the top tube. I like the look of the stem - even a lil' feller like your 5 cm is so much better naked! Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Rear derailer on my Hillborne

Those rear derailers, and even the 9 speed XT 772 no longer have the barrel adjuster since the mountain shifters have them. When using bar end shifters, you can insert some 3rd party cable barrel adjusters in the housing between the handlebar and the down tube mounts, but if you're running

[RBW] Re: Removing shellac on paint

Denatured alcohol works a wonder. -- 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] Bike quiver update focusing on my A. Homer Hilsen

One of the benefits of downsizing in both number of bikes and body weight, is that you can refocus on the bikes you have, while deciding what to do next about the total number of bikes and other stuff one accumulates. The Hunqapillar is in transit to its new home in the East Coast, and the

Re: [RBW] Rear derailer on my Hillborne

Thanks, Bill. Jon Dukeman had a similar suggestion. It looks pretty close and sounds smooth. I think I'll ride it a while until I can get it to a shop to align it properly. Now I know tool to ask if they have for a precision alignment. Jim, I didn't realize it didn't have a barrel adjuster

Re: [RBW] Re: Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Hugh, I'm back in Northern California and haven't been back to the Central Coast since finishing school, but I'm thinking that's going to change after seeing your post! Jack -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Drew, I moved back to Northern California after school and haven't been back to the Central Coast since, but that might all change after seeing your post. Jack -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: suspicious Cheviot on Bay Area CL

Hooray!!! All's well that ends well! On Sat, Feb 20, 2016 at 11:27 AM, Dave wrote: > > Will be picking it up tomorrow, can't wait! > On Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 6:13:49 AM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote: >> >> Dave did you pick it up? >> > -- > You received this message

[RBW] Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

Get new rack hardware from riv that will allow you to attach rack to the hourglass just below canti studs. -- 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: Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

Thanks, John. That is indeed the solution. Nice to have the extra eyelets, and also nice to have struts that are so bendable. On Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 6:46:34 PM UTC-8, John Phillips wrote: > > I used struts like these bolted to the mid-fork braze-ons of my 54cm > Hunqapillar: > > > >

[RBW] Re: Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

Drew, I just tested that with some struts from a different rack and yes, that is absolutely going to work. I guess it's one thing to have a bunch of fork braze-ons, and quite another to see their advantages. Many, many thanks to you, Drew. You saved me a lot of hassle and probably some money,

[RBW] Re: Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

I used struts like these bolted to the mid-fork braze-ons of my 54cm Hunqapillar: -- 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: Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

could you use regular/longer struts and attach them to the mid-fork mounts under the brakes? -- 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: Could the end be near? Spring and happy Phil pawls

Paul Morningstar made FreeHub Soup for low temperature use in freehubs. I wonder if anyone holds rights to his intellectual property. If so, it would be nice to see someone restart production of this lube and other neat Morningstar tools. If you don't know, Paul Morningstar was a tool maker

[RBW] Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

Hi all, I have a very specific problem with components not playing nice. I am trying to get a Nitto Campee 27f front rack on my Hunqapillar, but I can't get the arms that bolt to the cantilever stays lined up to attach to the rack. Here's a photo that I hope illustrates the problem (sorry it's

[RBW] Re: Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

This is a real mystery, Deacon. So many people in our society suffer from such very high levels of anxiety that the pathological base has come to be labeled normal. Most American's think their life would be better if only they were in some other place doing something else! In the short run

[RBW] Re: Does a MacBook Air 13 in a protective sleeve fit inside the Sackville Hub Area Bag?

Thanks Patrick, The numbers don't quite tell the whole story in the sense that while giving a guideline, for tight fits there is a personal comfort variable that is hard to assess unless one gives it a try. I'm planning to stop by RBW on my way to Sacramento next Thursday and will test it

[RBW] Re: Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

*This *is* home of the bull bar. Jeff "Such Is Life" Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- 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: Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

When I lived in rural Australia, I quickly learned that farmers drive as fast as they can on (beautiful, idyllic, cycle-perfect) country roads. These are the roads that connect the properties they were born on and will likely die on, so navigating them almost blindfolded, at high speeds in

Re: [RBW] Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

Patrick: I will be very interested to hear of others' solutions to this dilemma. Frankly, my own solution, or so I think, would be to avoid riding in such situations as much as I could; not a good answer. Giving a fervid, and even fevered, imagination the reins, I imagine a new Federal Law

[RBW] FS: 60cm Bombadil Complete

I have 29x2.1 smart same mounted and they have plenty of room. I would say there's another 5mm of clearance between the tire and the chain stays. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] FS: 60cm Bombadil Complete

What is max tire width on this 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 to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

[RBW] Re: Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

Imagine for a moment, you are on a like in a small paddle boat . Approaching you directly comes another small boat , just like yours , but there is no one steering it. You veer off to avoid it , but it moves with you, still approaching you directly. You may yell, gesture, try to steer

[RBW] Re: Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

Imagine for a moment, you are on a like in a small paddle boat . Approaching you directly comes another small boat , just like yours , but there is no one steering it. You veer off to avoid it , but it moves with you, still approaching you directly. You may yell, gesture, try to steer

[RBW] Re: Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

Thanks, Howard. Yeah, I realize I'm seeking the cure to Stupid and a way to feed it to strangers as the pass by. Sardonic grin. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 2:27:36 PM UTC-7, Howard Hatten wrote: > > I don't know what to say but it's not just a country road thing --

[RBW] Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

Patrick , I wish I had an answer how to deal with drivers endangering bicyclists. I think some just resent us being on the roads and don't care how their actions might cause us harm. On the other hand I think not enough time is spent in new driver education on how to deal with bicyclists. I

[RBW] Re: Does a MacBook Air 13 in a protective sleeve fit inside the Sackville Hub Area Bag?

Just going by the numbers: MacBook Air 13: Width: 12.8 inches (32.5 cm) Depth: 8.94 inches (22.7 cm) Hub area Bag: Dimensions are 12" x 10" x 5" So the question is, are you comfortable with the lid needing to make up for the .8" of computer sticking up? With abandon, Patrick On Friday,

[RBW] FS: 60cm Bombadil Complete

Willing to trade for a 61-63cm AHH. -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 65cm Homer Hilsen

So you're the one that pinched that very last Plus they found. I called too late for it. If you every want to move that framset along. I've got a Rohloff setup just itching for it. On Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 10:39:02 AM UTC-5, Eric Daume wrote: > > Seems like a fine price, but for a

[RBW] Re: suspicious Cheviot on Bay Area CL

Will be picking it up tomorrow, can't wait! On Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 6:13:49 AM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote: > > Dave did you pick it up? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Tips for how to better handle Selfish Drivers?

On narrow mountain roads we take the lane, riding in the right tire track. Thus, cars no longer run us off the road, but instead pass us after going to the oncoming lane. That works great when there is clear sight line and no oncoming traffic. Far too often, entitled drivers pass us anywhere,

[RBW] Re: what bolts?

Thanks for the tip about the upgrade available for the Allen wrenches. I bought the Security Bolts a couple of years ago, but gave up due to the poor quality tool that came with the bolts. My Riv has been fine here in the suburbs so far with a tether cable through the saddle, but I recently

[RBW] Re: Removing shellac on paint

1. Shellac wears off of handle bars over time, so i would imagine if you leave it alone, it might wear off on its own. 2. Try rubbing with your spit and your bare skin or spit on a rag. Not kidding. Spit is used by art museum curators to clean paintings. It is the gentlest cleanser. -- You

[RBW] FS: 60cm Bombadil Complete

Here is a link to pictures. https://www.flickr.com/photos/128930488@N06/sets/72157664315198120 Build Specs... Handlebars - Albatross Stem - Dynamic 120mm Seatpost - Shimano Ultegra Crankset - Sugino XD2 wide/low double Crank 40t x 26t Front Der. - Shimano Cx70 Rear Der. - Shimano XTR Brakes and

[RBW] Re: Removing shellac on paint

Methyl hydrate; but don't inhale. -- 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] Removing shellac on paint

I worked a couple of bikes through handlebar swaps and got apparently got a little carried away with shellacking, but didn't notice/care for about a week. Tried denatured alcohol and it sorts of worked for some thicker spots, but the thinner areas are giving me grief. Now it seems like the

[RBW] Re: 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

Hillborne has been sold. Still seeing if there is an interest in my Velo Orange build or frame or parts. Looking to pickup a different Riv in the future -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 65cm Homer Hilsen

Seems like a fine price, but for a tall bike like this, you might have to open yourself up to shipping it. I would be tempted, but I just blew my bike fund on a Jones Plus . Eric On Sat, Feb 20, 2016 at 2:03 AM, David Craig

[RBW] Re: FS: 65cm Homer Hilsen

What a deal for someone tall. -- 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: suspicious Cheviot on Bay Area CL

Dave did you pick it up? -- 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: 65cm Homer Hilsen

That is a beautiful Homer! But for higher priorities, I'd be all over this for long remote fire road rides. My thoughts and prayers for you in your health issues. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 12:03:51 AM UTC-7, David Craig wrote: > > Yep. Complete Hilsen. Great bike