[RBW] WTB: 700c front wheel dynamo

Hi Bunch, The QB would like some dyno. Looking for 700 32 hole with something like an SP, used but with life. Thanks and love, Patch LACA -- 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: Rivet Pearl or C17 Carved

Jay, a bike tour of Israel would be awsome! Especially the coast and highlands. I'm a bit of a naturalist nut, rare plants and all, great way to find by bike (such as Forest Service roads in the USA). My buddy Ben did most of Israel by bike until he had dinner one night before he had found

Re: [RBW] Rivet Pearl or C17 Carved

Jeff, the cracking nose on the Cambiums seems to be associated with the first production run according to the local shop dealer. All the ones they've sold the past year have been fine so far. I tried a C17 and liked it pretty well. It wasn't as comfortable as my late 80s B17 Narrow (the thick

Re: [RBW] Something French

Hey Eric, Beautiful bike, truly an iconic classic. One question having used bottle generators before: how is the tire going to hold up if the generator wheel isn't rolling on a gen specific track (such as Schwalbe and Michelin use). I used a B gen rolling on a Pasela and the tire wasn't too

[RBW] Re: FS Tubus Airy Titanium rear rack

The rack is sold On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 8:34:47 AM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > New Tubus Airy Titanium rear rack. Worlds lightest rack. I thought I > would be keeping this but realized I just don't need it. Mounted but never > used. 2 different rear seat stay struts lengths. One set

[RBW] RBW Newsletter

Congrats, Philip. The green is the bomb diggity. -- 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: FS: Various Shimano goodies - Dura Ace 7400, 600 Tri-color, and more

I'm potentially interested in the 600 shifters. How many speeds?.. Does the friction option work?.. - Max -- 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] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

I think I can relate to your original comment about freeing up mental space, which is at a premium for me, so going N-1 offers considerable merit, IMO. Also, I recently read Mari Kondo. And if pretending to be you, I would do this: - Find a good new home for the Bomba - Find a new home for the

[RBW] Re: Reminder: Rivendell Road Standard FS

I use to own a Volvo 240, nice and boxy. JohnS On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 12:45:30 AM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > Speaking of selling bikes … reminder that I’m trying to find a new home > for this very pretty Rivendell: > >

[RBW] RBW Newsletter

Ordered the green so glad I did -- 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

Re: [RBW] RBW Newsletter

Bag and Bolt Matcher?! Wow Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 17, 2017, at 5:18 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > A blue saddlebag and bartube would be sweet on a blue joe. Ooh, and blue > chainring bolts. This could get ridiculous! > > -- > You received this message because you

[RBW] RBW Newsletter

A blue saddlebag and bartube would be sweet on a blue joe. Ooh, and blue chainring bolts. This could get ridiculous! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Hey Drew, if you want to give the Portolas a try, I have a pair just sitting there looking pretty but doing nothing, you're welcome to borrow them. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 4:12:10 PM UTC-7, Austin ^ wrote: > > 56 cm Soma Portola bar is nice and seems to

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Touring bikes suffer from the pick-up truck syndrome. Some folks buy them for the potential of hauling a lot, but the actual amount they get used for the intended purpose is not worth the expense (both trucks and bikes). Your other bikes will probably suit light touring duty. When you are ready

[RBW] RBW Newsletter

Hi-ho silver! I was skeptical of that color based on the tube sample that they kicked around for a while, but I love it! Prolly ordering in the morning. Also, that blue fabric is something. Bag matchers good luck... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Have you seen the Leather-Bar from Crust? Should be back in stock in a month or two: https://www.crustbikes.com/products/wide-load-bar?variant=28423107981 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Thanks Ryan. Ya, I'm not completely fixated on the Appaloosa. Just a riv that I can use for touring. If it could double as a mtb and take drops, that'd be about perfect. If I had a spare 3500 I'd be trying to convince Pudge to part with his Atlantis...or I'd be happy to go w a 56cm

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborn

Thanks everyone for your help and wonderful ideas!! I decided to get a Rosco fatty Rode. I'm excited to have a Rivendell for the future. -- 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: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

56 cm Soma Portola bar is nice and seems to fit the specs. -- 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: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

When the crust leather bar becomes available again in April, I am going to try them out. I have tried most handlebar configurations, might as well give the widest drop bars a shot. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborn

Carla, I'm a bit late with a reply, but I have had two Sam Hillbornes. The first was a double TT 56cm, 2010 vintage - a tad bit too large for me. I used it for rough touring and was satisfied. But, I sold it and bought the beautiful black & cream 55 cm single TT and moved all components -

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

And I want a 52cm wide version of their Wild Honey Bar. Can we add that to the list of demands please? :-) KJ On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 6:06:44 PM UTC-4, Patch T wrote: > > Ya'll think that if enough of us email SimWorks they would maybe convince > Nitto to make a version of the RM-13 with

[RBW] RBW Newsletter

Green and silver Appaloosas, and a very cool new blue for Sackvilles. I don't need another saddlebag, but that blue biggy would look great on my blue joe. Want! http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=2090e897f8c7f8d7170a52bbd=35944d205d -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Great idea! -- 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: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Ya'll think that if enough of us email SimWorks they would maybe convince Nitto to make a version of the RM-13 with 125 drop and add a 55 width? Seriously. Love, Patch LACA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

Ya my other 2 are a 68 cm Road Standard or Custom from the 90s, converted to 650B and a 68cm Redwood from the 04-06 range, both acquired used. This is my first new Rivendell. I'm kind of geeking out about it, even though it's not technically as nice as the others, there's something to be said

[RBW] Re: RB-1 vs Rivendell

I almost bought the RB-1 with the dual plane fork. It was NOS and very pretty. Instead I built up a red/chrome '86 Pinarello Montello. That thing is the definition of a twitchy speed demon, but I love it when I crave excitement. Riding that bike is an event. Its flashier than an RB-1 and isn't

[RBW] Re: My Rosco Road Fatty build

Thank you, Bill! Your informative posts on this frame (especially the PSA about the lifter tube!) were instrumental in my decision-making process, so I also want to thank you for that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Rosco Fatty Road

I got the 53cm, it's awesome. It's replaced my go fast road bike for the time being, still looking forward to how it does on trails (been super rainy on the west coast lately). I love it. On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 12:03:41 PM UTC-7, Carla Waugh wrote: > > Gabriel thanks for the info. Your

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

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Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

You are most welcome! NICE! Congrats! I can relish that new bike. Now can you ketchup? ;) I like big bikes! I push a 64 Atlantis and 64 Quickbeam. On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 2:28:45 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Thanks. > > Clem Smith Jr H Frame 65cm Mustard. > > >

Re: [RBW] Rosco Fatty Road

Gabriel thanks for the info. Your post is what brought the Rosco to my attention! -- 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: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

What if you ride the hoods? If they're too narrow for comfort, slide them outbound a wee bit? Or get those hood-like knobbies and put them in the curves? With abandon, Patrick On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 12:02:27 PM UTC-6, drew wrote: > > what i cant find on them is that position where the

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

Congrats, Andrew! As the delighted owner of a 56 Quickbeam (orange), I was following this thread with interest. That silver looks mighty sharp, and I'd like to see how you personalize it. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

Thanks. Clem Smith Jr H Frame 65cm Mustard. https://www.rivbike.com/collections/web-special-framesets-and-bicycles/products/clem-smith-jr-h-style-complete Resistance became futile when they dropped the price $200. On Fri, Mar 17, 2017 at 11:38 AM, Wally Estrella

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Hey patrick, yes and i'm still continuing to. i love the albastache until i dont. i think the issue for me is that bars where i cant rest my hands on the on the area between my thumb and pointer (like on hoods or ramps) are fine up to a point, and then all of a sudden my hands go numb and

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

I'd have a tough time dumping a Riv since I love all of them...but in your situation maybe it's time to move the Bomba since the fit's not ideal. And keep an open mind for the N+1 ...I suspect it would be nice to test ride the Appaloosa. You have an elegant stable BTW On Thursday, March 16,

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Have you played with various combinations of your current new moustache (albastache) bars? - tilt either way - bar height - stem length - saddle height - saddle tilt Any combination of these changes will shift: Wrist angle, weight ratio, elbow bend, uprightness of position, and more. I'd

[RBW] Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Velo orange us coming out with a 31.8 quill stem which could definitely open up options for something like salsa cowbells or Jones loop bars -- 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: My Rosco Road Fatty build

I thought I had already registered my approval, but reading through the thread it looks like I have not. So... APPROVE! BL in EC > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

To add to what Tim listed. YOu need a set of metric, open ended wrenches as well. On Fri, Mar 17, 2017 at 11:32 AM, Max Bergen wrote: > Thanks everyone! > > I'm familiar with assembling and installing most parts on a bike (except > BB and derailleurs), but I feel much

Re: [RBW] Rosco Fatty Road

I posted here before I saw that you had asked some questions on my Rosco Fatty post. So I wanted to let you know that I responded to them over there. Good luck and let us know how it turns out! And post pics!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: My Rosco Road Fatty build

Carla asked about my height and test riding. I'm 5'10'' with a PBH of 86, with average proportions. I didn't go to Rivendell to test ride any other bikes (I live in Lincoln, Nebraska!). My approach was to compare the geometry chart on the Riv page against bikes that I currently have that

Re: [RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

"Coming April 2017." On Fri, Mar 17, 2017 at 10:57 AM, Mattt wrote: > https://www.crustbikes.com/products/wide-load-bar?variant=28423107981 > > If you can find them > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

i was coming up empty too. i thought i was just missing the right website. seems like the market would appreciate an option like this, especially since there are so many other redundant variations on drops and dirt drops. the leather bar may be too much on the wide side for my aesthetic

Re: [RBW] Rosco Fatty Road

I agree with Jim-- go for it! They are great bikes with a fantastic ride! And the lifter tube is ingenious. And you can run huge tires. And the geometry is super comfortable. Etc etc. > > I pulled the trigger on the 58cm version and couldn't be happier. Its the most comfortable, best

[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

https://www.crustbikes.com/products/wide-load-bar?variant=28423107981 If you can find them -- 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: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

I've looked for that kind of bar for years... no such luck.My fav wide off-road bar these days is the new Ritchey Venturemax... but its 31.8 clamp and black. ~mike Carlsbad Ca > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

Oh and most importantlywhat's the new 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post

[RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

this one? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbvZJWIm1o0 On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 12:33:03 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Didn't Riv make a video of the best way to unpack a bike that they had > shipped? I've been looking for it but haven't found it so far. > > -- >

[RBW] New bike day: unpacking

Didn't Riv make a video of the best way to unpack a bike that they had shipped? I've been looking for it but haven't found it so far. -- -- signature goes here -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

I seem to be going in reverse rivendell order with handlebars on the hunqapillar. it had albatross and now albastache bars. like both for up to 30 mile rides, but im starting to get bad wrist pain/numbness after that. I have 46cm noodles on another bike which are about the pinnacle of comfort

[RBW] Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

I seem to be going in reverse rivendell order with handlebars on the hunqapillar. it had albatross and now albastache bars. like both for up to 30 mile rides, but im starting to get bad wrist pain/numbness after that. I have 46cm noodles on another bike which are about the pinnacle of comfort

Re: [RBW] Rosco Fatty Road

Do it! I wish they made a Rosco fatty Road in my size! (99cm pbh). On Fri, Mar 17, 2017 at 11:05 AM, Carla Waugh wrote: > I'm very close to pulling the trigger for a complete Rivendell build on > the Rosco with Wills help I think it will be a great ride, > > -- > You

[RBW] Rosco Fatty Road

I'm very close to pulling the trigger for a complete Rivendell build on the Rosco with Wills help I think it will be a great ride, -- 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

Re: [RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

I agree with Steve about the aesthetics part, but disagree largely about the rotational inertia part, ie that wheel diameters and circumferential weights make huge differences in handling. First, handling differences can in part be adjusted for by frame design. Second, these differences are not

Re: [RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

Thanks everyone! I'm familiar with assembling and installing most parts on a bike (except BB and derailleurs), but I feel much more prepared after you all have shared tips, advice and insight from your personal experiences. BTW, I live in San Diego. I'll be building the bike with my buddy

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

I guess i glossed over the part about wanting to use drop bars. Given that, the smaller joe might make sense than the hunq. For some reason (based on nothing but speculation) I don't think of the joe as a drop bar bike. For what it's worth, i'm an n+1 guy too, and the thing that has so far

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

I used to have a lot of overlapping bikes in my herd and I sold off more than half. It wasn't easy but it was rewarding. The simplicity of having fewer bike to maintain and store is pretty great. They were all nice bikes that I appreciated but once I decided some had to go, it was pretty

Re: [RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

On 03/17/2017 11:06 AM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: The Saluki design of 650B at all frame sizes no longer aligns to Riv's philosophy of matching wheel sizes to frame sizes... At one point they were offering to send you either AHH or Saluki decals and head badge on the tweener sized frames though.

Re: [RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

The Saluki design of 650B at all frame sizes no longer aligns to Riv's philosophy of matching wheel sizes to frame sizes... At one point they were offering to send you either AHH or Saluki decals and head badge on the tweener sized frames though. I love how the 60cm frame can wear 42mm tires and

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 53cm Roadeo

Hey. Is this roadeo still available? I am interested. On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 9:55:06 AM UTC-5, Chad wrote: > > Bump! -- 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] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

On Wed, Mar 15, 2017 at 12:42 PM, Max Bergen wrote: > My Hunq is being delivered in a few days and I plan on building the bike > myself. I was hoping some folks would have helpful resources on process > and tools for installing: > > -BB: I think Rivendell uses Shimano bbs,

[RBW] Re: Reminder: Rivendell Road Standard FS

That's a fantastic bike. If it was my size, I'd bite. On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 12:45:30 AM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > Speaking of selling bikes … reminder that I’m trying to find a new home > for this very pretty Rivendell: > >

[RBW] Re: Wanted: 53 Bleriot or 54 Heron Road

Thanks! That one sold the day I contacted her. On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 8:50:04 AM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote: > > How about this,? > > > https://groups.google.com/forum/#!searchin/rbw-owners-bunch/heron$2053cm%7Csort:relevance/rbw-owners-bunch/6ApDNLKIEJA/YTsfadM5AgAJ > > On Thursday, March 16,

[RBW] Re: Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

The subject of the necessary tools needed for the home mechanic is often debated and usually the line between "need" and "want" is crossed. Assuming that the act of building you own bike is pursued more out of pride than necessity then having the right tool often makes the job easier and more

Re: [RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Whoops, just saw that the Bombadil is too big. Sorry. Well, in that case, I'd get rid of it. Even the best bike is no good if it doesn't fit. But I'd try to trade it for a smaller one. On Fri, Mar 17, 2017 at 8:28 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > I'd reduce by reducing overlap.

Re: [RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

I'd reduce by reducing overlap. I'd want a road bike, an off road bike capable of touring, and perhaps a bike that is fun to ride but that I could lock up and lose without much wailing and gnashing of teeth. I'd certainly keep the Bombadil and I'd be tempted to keep the Romulus since it's the

[RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

I'm adding a catchphrase. From now on, the opposite of the lamentable action of "thinning the herd", will heretofore be called (by me at least) "thicking the herd". BL in EC ABT - Always Be Thicking -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

I agree with Leaf Slayer, sell the Bombadil and Sequoia. Of course, I'm the guy who keeps bikes just for the sake of keeping them, that I never ride. I have 3 that should leave, really: my mountain bike from college (25 years ago) that's way too small, my tandem that is way too small, and my

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Sell the Bombadil and Sequoia. A few years back I sold off the last of my Rivs, an AHH to make room for and fund a mountain bike. I don't regret that move. This may sound crazy, but my LHT was the bike I wish my AHH was. I had previously sold off my Rambouilet and Quickbeam. About a year before

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

No, I know *exactly* the feeling as I am making the same decisions. But agreed on the paint option and all for any of the bikes. But still I look, envision, study, imagine... I will admit the silver Appaloosa's call to me as well. Bob On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 7:28:02 AM UTC-5, Sky

[RBW] Re: Wanted: 53 Bleriot or 54 Heron Road

How about this,? https://groups.google.com/forum/#!searchin/rbw-owners-bunch/heron$2053cm%7Csort:relevance/rbw-owners-bunch/6ApDNLKIEJA/YTsfadM5AgAJ On Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 10:08:01 PM UTC-4, Johnny Alien wrote: > > I am looking for a 53cm Bleriot or 54 Heron road frame. I would consider

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

He pretty much said that either would work out, but he thought the 58 was the more appropriate size. He did suggest that the bar height between the 55 appa and the 60saluki would be about the same, but didn't offer much more in the way of specifics. I don't think there are any appas in BC at

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Not that I am a role model for patience, but there is some wisdom here... That said, I truly understand the timing and the lure. Sky - Would there be any chance for you to find and ride a 55cm Appaloosa, just to verify the numbers with actual? I study the numbers too, and believe in them

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Keith, I don't see why the joe would be too small. Comparing the stack and reach numbers the appa would get the handlebars up higher and it would have a shorter reach to the bars - which i think would work well for drops. Is there something I'm missing? Thanks, Sky On Friday, March 17,

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

pick two, offer up both, see which bites, and let the interest of others decide for you On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 6:40:53 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Cultivate contentment? > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 7:45:54 PM UTC-6, Sky Coulter wrote: >> >> >> I

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Oh, I plan to Patrick. It's just that clearly contentment is just around the next corner, or in this case, in the saddle of n+1. But ya, of course. That would be the truly wise choicesky On Friday, March 17, 2017 at 4:40:53 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Cultivate contentment? > > With

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Cultivate contentment? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 7:45:54 PM UTC-6, Sky Coulter wrote: > > > I have a bunch of bikes, with a fair bit of overlap, and yet I find myself > lusting after n+1. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

1. Sell the bombadil. As noted, it's too big for you, to be used as intended. 2. Don't buy the joe. It's too small for you. 3. Buy one of the new 56cm hunqapillars, and have it painted silver for the extra $100. It is exactly the right size for you, chainstays have crept up in length

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

oops, i meant 391.7 not 381.7 for reach On Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 8:53:10 PM UTC-7, Sky Coulter wrote: > > I don't really know for sure if the appa will work w drops, but i think it > will, otherwise i prolly wouldn't be interested in it. The other rivendell > option would be a 61cm

Re: [RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Well Eric, it looks like you're already diligently thinning the herd with the rivendell road sale. Beautiful bike by the way. The Romulus is my budget version of your road, but I imagine if there is a lot of interest in the upcoming roadini as Rivendell indicated recently in the rbw

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Hi Mark, thanks for the thoughts. Ya actually, some part of it is the thrill of a new bike for sure. And I do love the silver-cream colour combo. But I guess the "reason" I want the appa is for touring. Not that I'm likely to get away for more than a couple days anytime in the next couple

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Thanks for your advice Chris. Ya, you're right. The size problem can't be corrected so moving it on is the right choicesky On Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 9:27:30 PM UTC-7, Christopher Murray wrote: > > Sell the Bomba and keep the rest. It sounds like you know this is the best > option but

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

Thanks Tony, I appreciate your comments. Ya, I think the 56cm bomba would have been a better fit for me too. I think there is a consensus building pretty quickly that the bomba should go and that the romulus should be next in line. I can't really think of much more that I'd want to tweak

[RBW] Reminder: Rivendell Road Standard FS

Any idea why the stem keeps getting stuck? Could be that's what's keeping people away. More information might help assuage any such concerns. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop