[RBW] Black and Cream Color Scheme

One of the things I like about black bikes is you can "paint" it just about any color you want with bartape and a matching water bottle. I think yellow would look great on a black Sam. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Hi Deacon (or is it Patrick?), it's good to have your gentle soul around these parts again. I can't speak for Eric, but I can appreciate his enthusiasm for a 3-speed hub. Of course you're right about added weight and complexity, but I would probably go that direction with a Quickbeam so I had

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Congrats! Looks great, I love the chunky tires-albatross-otherwise minimal extra stuff look of a Riv just like this. Looks ready for anything! :) Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] OT: 2017 calendar from Jacquie Phelan

"Join fashion criminal" http://www.lulu.com/shop/jacquie-phelan/unmitigated-gal-jacquie-phelan-2017/calendar/product-22887185.html Caught my attention. Beats anything your insurance agent or realtor will drop off. dougP -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Thanks Chris. Just a quick spin around the block today. Yes, I'll be sharing photos but no big adventure until the spring. On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 7:55:49 PM UTC-8, Pondero wrote: > > Wonderful! I'm very happy that you finally landed the Atlantis. It looks > fabulous, and I'll bet you

[RBW] NEW BIKE DAY!

Wonderful! I'm very happy that you finally landed the Atlantis. It looks fabulous, and I'll bet you love it. Hopefully, we'll get to see more photos of it and your adventures...like immediately. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Jones and Hunq

Hi Daniel, >> I visited the area last Spring with my Hunqapillar, and it was great fun to ride it fully loaded with a toddler on the front on the singletrack around Mt. Tam. What's your arrangement for the toddler? Something like the iBert mounted on the top tube? Your family trip style is

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Thanks Chris. Probably a bit of color change; I used Hipstamatic. On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 7:15:44 PM UTC-8, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Congratulations on the new bike Kellie! It really looks great. Is that > the "standard" green? It looks a bit different in your photos. Enjoy! >

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

51cm frame (26" wheels), 2.1 ThunderBurts On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:40:28 PM UTC-8, dougP wrote: > > Kellie: > > Looks great. What size frame & tires? > > dougp > > On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 2:59:52 PM UTC-8, Kellie wrote: >> >> Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Congratulations on the new bike Kellie! It really looks great. Is that the "standard" green? It looks a bit different in your photos. Enjoy! Chris On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 9:52:09 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Ready to rumble! > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Friday, December

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

I have both: - a 26" 48cm hunqapillar with either 2.1" smart sams or rat trap pass tires and albastache bars (have tried a MAP and Jones bars on it though) used as an allrounder, camping, and mixed ride bike - and a steel jones 29er diamond frame w/ truss fork and carbon jones

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Ready to rumble! With abandon, Patrick On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:59:52 PM UTC-7, Kellie wrote: > > Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 53cm Roadeo

It's my size and I like 700c wheels but I really don't need a bike now and am actually pretty happy with my current bike fleet. Good luck -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Clayton and Daniel - thanks! Both of your responses just make me want to get out and test ride a Jones sometime soon... I found a semi-local shop that actually has a diamond frame for rent so I think i'll be able to make that happen in the somewhat near future. Daniel your notes about Grant's

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

I want to see the BJ On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 8:54:36 PM UTC-5, Clayton.sf wrote: > > All purpose riding with commuting and errands mixed in I would bike the > Hunq. > > Mountainbiking, bike packing, and even touring where you don't unload and > reload the bike multiple times a day I

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Wow DP! I love my QB, but I don't think I would ever be able to put it to words as you have. Excellent! JohnS On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:06:03 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Photos and drippings of ooze for one of my two favorite bicycles! >

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Dear Geeter, I have a Plus and a Hunq. I love both machines. The Jones is a far more capable machine overall on a variety of terrain. Rider placement, positioning and responsiveness place it in a different category than the Hunqapillar. Despite its extraordinary wheelbase and extremely large

Re: [RBW] Re: Snow powder and pack tires

Hey Ed, My Hunqapillar fits 2.1"' happily, 2.25 is a bit tight -- but mine is the early geometry, so you can go with at least a 2.25" if you want more float. Also, be aware that Racing Ralph is, duh, a racing tire and like the TB's is not a long-wearing tread. I've managed a solid year out of

[RBW] Jones and Hunq

All purpose riding with commuting and errands mixed in I would bike the Hunq. Mountainbiking, bike packing, and even touring where you don't unload and reload the bike multiple times a day I would go with the Jones. Lots of climbing the Jones. I love my Jones steel diamond truss. I wish it

[RBW] Jones and Hunq

Andrew, How much are you hoping to get? Size? It's not a Jones Plus, right? If it is, I may have a problem on my hands. :) Bob -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Snow powder and pack tires

Thanks Patrick! Now I have to order another set of tires for my upcoming Hunqapillar :-) On Sat, Dec 17, 2016 at 8:57 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Just did a wee test before tonight's snow hits. Racing Ralph is only > slightly noisier than Thunder Burts on pavement yet

[RBW] Re: Snow powder and pack tires

Just did a wee test before tonight's snow hits. Racing Ralph is only slightly noisier than Thunder Burts on pavement yet noticeably better on dirt and loose on descents and curves (and the TB's really aren't bad there at all). I may have a new tire and have to stock up. Grin. With abandon,

[RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

You are correct, Ryan..I can't ride a Moustache Handlebar to save my life, but they're most beautiful bar ever. The Choco-Mooses on Joe Blue are a close second, and I can actually use them! Trivia I repeat here from time to time. Grant told me he always says the whole, Moustache Handlebar,

Re: [RBW] Re: My Debate

I have a hunqapillar and my friend has a hilsen and quickbeam -- 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] Snow powder and pack tires

I just put these Racing Ralphs on my Hunqapillar as winter wear for snow of all flavors (but too deep to ride). The Thunder Burts do amazingly well, but loose it a bit at speed in the sloppy and champaign and hardpack. Racing Ralph being a highly supple and knobbier tire, at $20 a pop, seems

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Kellie: Looks great. What size frame & tires? dougp On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 2:59:52 PM UTC-8, Kellie wrote: > > Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. > > >

[RBW] Re: Atlantis

First thing this image reminds me of my trip to Vancouver Island and the Galloping Goose. Second it makes me miss my Atlantis. ~Hugh On Monday, October 31, 2016

[RBW] Re: Pile of Parts FS

Pile has been claimed. Cheers, Patrick On Fri, Dec 16, 2016 at 1:45 PM Patrick Shea wrote: > I have a set of Modolo brake calipers, Bianchi crankset, NR front and > rear derailluers, celeste Silca frame pump, and pedals that spin smooth > even while missing one dust cap. Oh

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Double APPROVE On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 2:59:52 PM UTC-8, Kellie wrote: > > Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. > > > > > -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Poster post

They seem to prefer stiff arms and grabbing the center at the stemJohn HawrylakWoodstown NJ   On 12/16/16, Jock Dewey wrote: I'd prefer the original, but have this nicely framed and prominently displayed.Jock Dewey / Athens, GAOn Friday, December 16, 2016 at 4:10:03 PM UTC-5,

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

very nice! I remeber you wanted one of those On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 4:59:52 PM UTC-6, Kellie wrote: > > Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. > > >

[RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

You and Bill are both right Ryan the Riv and Nitto lover...whose really excited about those Choco norm bars ...but whose steeds mostly wear moustaches; surely the most beautiful bars ever made On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 1:10:51 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > ... yet pales in

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

yes...you are right; the older ones had the epaulette fork crown as I recall ...but 753 frame On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 4:10:27 PM UTC-6, Tim Gavin wrote: > > ...with a different form crown > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Dec 16, 2016, at 3:54 PM, Ryan Fleming >

Re: [RBW] Pile of Parts FS

That's seriously underpriced, and a fantastic bargain. I would jump on it myself but, 1) I have no immediate need, 2) way more than enough spare parts. Jay Hartman On Friday, December 16, 2016, Patrick Shea wrote: > I have a set of Modolo brake calipers, Bianchi crankset,

[RBW] NEW BIKE DAY!

Beautiful bike. Congratulations! Sky in new west -- 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] NEW BIKE DAY!

Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Jones and Hunq

I'm also interested in Jones vs Rivendell comparisons... I'm digging the Jones loop bars I've been trying out lately and am intrigued by the design. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Thanks, Eric. My gear range is nearly identical, IIRC. I have a 22t on the flip/flop, giving me a bailout gear, which I rarely use. And the extra weight and maintenance vs. what I have now, I don't see the benefit. Is there one I'm missing? With abandon, Patrick On Friday, December 16, 2016

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

...with a different form crown Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 16, 2016, at 3:54 PM, Ryan Fleming > wrote: > > They DO look alike but Grant has one of the early (1995-1997 or so) Waterford > built roads...neat bikes both > >> On Friday, December 16, 2016 at

[RBW] Jones and Hunq

I am actually hoping to sell a Jones diamond 29 (steel). Not because it isn't a great bike though. I'm not much of a skilled trail rider but this bike makes me better. Super comfortable on road too. I'm lusting after a traditional road bike now so the Jones drew the short straw. -- You

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Nice. Sometimes hard to describe riding away from pavement to folks who believe a "road" bike is for road use or great punishment and opprobrium will ensue. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:06:03 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Photos and drippings of ooze for one

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Deacon: I think you would really enjoy a 3-speed IGH on your Quickbeam. It's easy to set up--let me know if you need any advice. --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Dec 16, 2016, at 12:05 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Photos

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

They DO look alike but Grant has one of the early (1995-1997 or so) Waterford built roads...neat bikes both On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 6:42:21 AM UTC-6, Stephen Kemp wrote: > > For those who feared the worst after the latest RBW website upgrade, the > Staff Bikes section is restored -

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Nice write-up and pictures of both your rivendells On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 2:06:03 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Photos and drippings of ooze for one of my two favorite bicycles! > http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/quickbeam-sightings/ > > With abandon, > Patrick > >

[RBW] Pile of Parts FS

I have a set of Modolo brake calipers, Bianchi crankset, NR front and rear derailluers, celeste Silca frame pump, and pedals that spin smooth even while missing one dust cap. Oh yeah, NR dt shifters. Everything works. $30 + shipping Everything in picture https://flic.kr/p/MzRtQu Cheers,

[RBW] Re: Poster post

Picasso I bought this in Paris Bill On Friday, November 18, 2016 at 9:06:01 AM UTC-8, MartyG wrote: > > Finally had a chance to frame a poster I picked up from a book shop near > Chicago when Grant was on his book tour. They were going

[RBW] Re: Poster post

We bought this poster in Paris, and it made it home safely PICASSO On Friday, November 18, 2016 at 9:06:01 AM UTC-8, MartyG wrote: > > Finally had a chance to frame a poster I picked up from a book shop near > Chicago when

[RBW] Jones and Hunq

Well this will not really address your question but I own a Sam, a Chivot, and a San Marcos and have a Jones diamond truss in titanium. The Jones is not the plus. However, the Jones is just a fabulous riding bike and I can not recommend it more highly. Hard to describe but it just eats up

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

my mountain biking friends would say the 29er or the plus is a 'real' mountain bike by todays standards, technical trails, etc etc the hunq isnt really. i dont know. On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:00:43 PM UTC-5, Geeter wrote: > > Just curious if anyone on the board has a Jones 29er or Plus

[RBW] Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Photos and drippings of ooze for one of my two favorite bicycles! http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/quickbeam-sightings/ With abandon, Patrick www.OurHolyConception.org www.MindYourHeadCoop.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Jones and Hunq

Just curious if anyone on the board has a Jones 29er or Plus and a Hunq? Overlap aside, just wondering thoughts and comparisons between the two. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] New bike day! R05C0 8U883

What a color! Rosco Road qualifies as one of the next 3 bikes I need to have. On Friday, December 16, 2016, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Haha. That's a good thing! My stable is in a state of flux. Very > recently I've sold 4 bikes, and a 5th is being relocated. That's

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith L 52

SOLD! On Friday, December 9, 2016 at 6:57:42 AM UTC-8, twowheeledtexan wrote: > > Open to offers! Would like to sell before my holiday travels. -- 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: Staff Bikes are back

Och, Ron! So many responses, so little time. Grin. Does this help? http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/coffeeneuring-4 With abandon, Patrick On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 10:40:00 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: > > Deac, overexpose a stop-and-a-half in the snow...please > -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

... yet pales in comparison to putting it to use! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 11:30:45 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Buying something manufactured by Nitto is good for your soul. FACT. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > > "NITTO has made impossibly

[RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

Haha. That's a good thing! My stable is in a state of flux. Very recently I've sold 4 bikes, and a 5th is being relocated. That's enabled me to fire off a few new ones. Doing builds is one of the very best things I do. If I was forced to either give up riding or give up doing builds I

[RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

Buying something manufactured by Nitto is good for your soul. FACT. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA "NITTO has made impossibly beautiful handlebars since the McCarthy years" >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

Every time I come on here, you're getting a new bike Bill! :-P KJ On Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 6:37:22 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > > > -- You

[RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

Now That made me laugh, you worrying about embarrassing the others. Good for you. -- 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: Staff Bikes are back

Deac, overexpose a stop-and-a-half in the snow...please -- 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] FS: Basket Bags for Wald 137 & Leather Proto Goods.

Found some basket bags I had made before I moved. Lowered prices a little from what I was asking previously. Also have a few leather goods that are protoypes and have been used/tested. If you're interested in anything, please follow the link and checkout - Paypal is used for payment. Thanks,

Re: [RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, in the tired of saw. I hope the pneu bars make 10s of millions for Rivendell, and that Rivendell comes up with an improved Maes Parallel. I'd buy. Oh, and add a Nitto Pearl-quality finish road bike drop bar stem while you are at it. And I like the

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes are back

Oh the ways we imitate those we follow without even realizing! Grin. This is essentially the setup for my Hunqapillar also. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 5:42:21 AM UTC-7, Stephen Kemp wrote: > > For those who feared the worst after the latest RBW website upgrade, the >

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis

My Atlantis and Sam both ride wonderfully. Sometimes it's difficult to decide which one to ride. I attribute their superior ride characteristics to Grant's superior skills as a bicycle designer. Regards, Richard On Fri, Dec 16, 2016 at 11:59 AM, masmojo wrote: > I rode

[RBW] Re: Atlantis

I rode my Atlantis to work this morning. Upon arrival, I mentioned to my bike friend at work how it really amazes me every time I ride it. He says "what do you attribute that to?" I said "I really have no idea?" There is mo real reason it should feel any better than the 3 or 4 other similar

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

APPROVE!!! On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 9:02:46 AM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Chris commented on how I had plenty of nice bits to pull together a build > > That's kind of my secret. Buy stuff when great deals present themselves. > Buy stuff when something irresistibly cool presents

[RBW] Mounting a mountain bike shifter to drop handlebars

My son, bless his heart, gave me

[RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

Nobody's to blame because--of a lot of things, but there aren't any bad guys here--there's a Blagh post about it, and it's true. Nobody's any bit shady and everybody's friends. It's just a tiny situation that we're using as an excuse to make a pnewbar that will be ours a thousand percent.

[RBW] Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

Oh. Im a little slow on the uptake, i guess, but more or less figured it out. In case anyone else is scratching their head, a read of Grant's PTTK blog will help provide context. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: My Debate

Very good! Nice to see more GA based Riv owners showing up here. Which models do you ride? Regards, Richard Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 16, 2016, at 7:58 AM, 'Jennings' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > There are two more of us with Riv's in South

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

Chris commented on how I had plenty of nice bits to pull together a build That's kind of my secret. Buy stuff when great deals present themselves. Buy stuff when something irresistibly cool presents itself. Stock up on mundane consumables. That way, whenever a wheelset shakes itself free, I'm

Re: [RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

Okay Steve . . .. as often the case here, the literal word cannot comprehend the spirit of what is being expressed. Which ironically, is seen in what you wrote, that words of themselves without the Truth, are without Truth. Truth is True On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 8:51:52 AM UTC-5,

Re: [RBW] Re: Pneu bars...time for MUSA?

On 12/16/2016 12:21 AM, Garth wrote: Protecting businesses, people places and things.. hmmm. from what and who, the protectors ? Okay.. 2 plus 2 equals 4, this truth is absolute, It most certainly is not. "As everyone knows, *2 + 2 = 4*. This is true in all base systems.

Re: [RBW] Re: My Debate

There are two more of us with Riv's in South Forsyth/Cumming that would like to meet up. We've been talking about doing a local ride and finishing up with a Jekyl brewery tour. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Staff Bikes are back

For those who feared the worst after the latest RBW website upgrade, the Staff Bikes section is restored - under the News menu. Looks like it will be updated in due course too. Interestingly, Grant's custom singlespeeder looks a lot like The Deacon's Quickbeam.

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

the color is perfection -- 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] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

You sure have more than adequate parts hanging around your garage to build up a bike! -- 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: I need help. I have become a Riv enabler.

The shop is The Wheelhouse and they will also be building the bike. I don't feel bad at all because it's the right bike for him and he knew it too when he went for the demo ride. What he does not know yet is that his wife is going to want a Riv .so it goes. On Thursday, December 15, 2016

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

Oops! I lied about that 110BCD My double-singlespeed bike is the one that has the 110bcd crankset. This one on my Rosco Bubbe is actually a 135BCD Campy Chorus. I bought it on Ebay as a 52/42. I scrubbed the teeth off the 42 to make a chainguard, bought the 135bcd 39T tripleizer and the

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

Very nice build :-) I like your Campy Veloce 110 BCD! On Fri, Dec 16, 2016 at 4:27 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > As promised I took a photo of the build process. I managed to find a > Pearl 11 stem, which saved me some hassles and delays. So the build list > is something like

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

As promised I took a photo of the build process. I managed to find a Pearl 11 stem, which saved me some hassles and delays. So the build list is something like this: Frameset: Rosco Bubbe Road 58cm Blue Wheelset: Mavic Open Pro 32 hole, White Industries T11 rear hub, SON Deluxe front, Dura