[RBW] Re: Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch 
Gorgeous Hubba build, smartly appointed. Great rider photo on the Santana! 
Aside from the Riv-like ride, the wide fit ranges are another big plus with 
the Hubbubhubbuhs. What size is yours?

My son and I also ride a Santana--a 26" that I Rivved up with the fattest 
tires possible (2.1", inhibited from larger by the vestigial tail some 
unicrown forks have) and some Boscos in back, Albas in front, and the 
lovely blue back o bike bags. We've been moving the crank extenders down 
but the seat is still slammed. I suspect he would fit fine on a Riv. (He'll 
be 8 next month but is tall for his age.) My brother recently moved to 
Great Barrington. Maybe we can do a tandem ride one day. Would love to know 
some good roads out that way.


On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 9:28:24 AM UTC-4, M G wrote:
>
> Hey, though not much of a poster here (at least not since 2010 or so), 
> here is a photo of our new RIv tandem. 
> The Riv is super great.  
>
>
> PS [thats us on another tandem, a Santana, which is also a good one, but 
> has some fit issues for us (too small for me, + dismount issues for the 
> boss in back / top tube too high)
>

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Re: [RBW] Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread Curtis McKenzie 
Wonderful.  That is fast!

Curtus

On Oct 2, 2017 6:28 AM, "M G"  wrote:

> Hey, though not much of a poster here (at least not since 2010 or so),
> here is a photo of our new RIv tandem.
> The Riv is super great.
> We have had many tandems over the years, this one is one of the great
> ones.
> Really stable, but - in a good sense - LIGHT steering, climbs well, which
> for us is the mark of a good tandem, even if we're going slowly uphill and
> spinning it, if it feels like an effort or not -this one does not (and it's
> less an issue re gearing than that ineffable "something".  This frame has
> that something.
> We've carried a fair amount of weight on it, and it's good for that too.
> Since getting it in July we've ridden it a  lot for shorter rides / errand
> rides [10 - 30 miles, almost daily], a few longer ones, and we're looking
> forward to some all day expeditions in the fall (which seems to have landed
> just this past weekend)
> It is an incredible value, having had a bunch of other tandems, even
> though all bought used, this one new - seems to be almost at cost.
> We've really hammered with it a few times, and because it's so stable
> feeling - plus big tires - it's been a revelatory change, especially on
> dirt roads where we do a lot of riding.
> Anyway - other impressions?
>
> Ron
> Berkshires Mass
>
> PS [thats us on another tandem, a Santana, which is also a good one, but
> has some fit issues for us (too small for me, + dismount issues for the
> boss in back / top tube too high)
>
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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread RichS 
Perfection indeed. Love those classic, elegant lines.

Enjoy!
Richard

On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 12:25:00 PM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote:
>
> wowzers that looks like a lot of fun!
>
> On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 9:51:57 PM UTC-4, MountNormal wrote:
>>
>> Howdy folks,
>> So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I 
>> think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used 
>> to riding a Surly Ice Cream Truck so I suppose I should have know it would 
>> be snappier than a fat bike. Anywho, just thought I'd share. 
>>
>> Thanks, 
>>
>> Stephen
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread RichS 
Sensational Hubbubhubbah! So classy looking. Thanks for your post. I'm with 
Patrick in the "boo hoo" no one to ride with category.

Regards,
Richard



On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 9:28:24 AM UTC-4, M G wrote:
>
> Hey, though not much of a poster here (at least not since 2010 or so), 
> here is a photo of our new RIv tandem. 
> The Riv is super great.  
> We have had many tandems over the years, this one is one of the great 
> ones. 
> Really stable, but - in a good sense - LIGHT steering, climbs well, which 
> for us is the mark of a good tandem, even if we're going slowly uphill and 
> spinning it, if it feels like an effort or not -this one does not (and it's 
> less an issue re gearing than that ineffable "something".  This frame has 
> that something.  
> We've carried a fair amount of weight on it, and it's good for that too.  
> Since getting it in July we've ridden it a  lot for shorter rides / errand 
> rides [10 - 30 miles, almost daily], a few longer ones, and we're looking 
> forward to some all day expeditions in the fall (which seems to have landed 
> just this past weekend)
> It is an incredible value, having had a bunch of other tandems, even 
> though all bought used, this one new - seems to be almost at cost. 
>


 

> We've really hammered with it a few times, and because it's so stable 
> feeling - plus big tires - it's been a revelatory change, especially on 
> dirt roads where we do a lot of riding.
> Anyway - other impressions?
>
> Ron
> Berkshires Mass
>
> PS [thats us on another tandem, a Santana, which is also a good one, but 
> has some fit issues for us (too small for me, + dismount issues for the 
> boss in back / top tube too high)
>

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[RBW] ISO (Maybe) a 54-56cm frame

2017-10-02 Thread Belopsky 
Anyone have something affordable?
I am looking for a comfortable ride to go 'just ride' - My custom Gunnar is 
still some weeks away.

Looking for mainly frame/fork but if affordable enough I'll consider a 
complete or mostly complete.

Thanks!

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[RBW] Re: FS/FT Nitto things and other miscellanous items (also on internet-bob)

2017-10-02 Thread Rob H. 
*Used (and some new) stuff i got for sale or trade:*
nitto dove bars (25.4 clamp area) $30 *SOLD*
nitto 46cm noodle (26.0 clamp area) $50* (will trade for narrower Nitto 
bars that accept bar-end shifters)*
nitto moustache bars (26.0 clamp area) $40 * (will trade for narrower Nitto 
bars that accept bar-end shifters)*
nitto 10cm dirtdrop stem (26..0 clamp) $40 *SOLD*
nitto 8cm dirtdrop stem (26.0 clamp) $40
nitto 7cm technomic deluxe stem (26.0 clamp) $40 *SOLD*
Riv bar end shifter pods (made in taiwan) $30
shimano r600 aero levers (new in packaging)  $60
sugino xd-600t (48/36/26) triple 170mm crankset (new in box) $100


*Stuff i want and would trade for:*
pedals (rmx sneakers)
shimano r550/r780 or dia-compe ss-6 MTB brake levers (silver)
42cm Nitto Noodle (177) or Randonneur (B135) handlbars (will trade 46cm 
Noodles or Moustache bars for this)
nitto s-65 or s-83 seatpost (27.0mm)
Schmidt or Shimano dynamo or dynamo hub
single/single or singe/fixed rear 700c wheel (120mm O.L.D.)
shimano sl-bs77 (9-speed bar end shifters)


based in SF bay area, preference given to local sales/exchanges. Please 
"reply privately to author". Link to photographs to follow

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[RBW] FS Schwalbe Big Apple, 700 x 55, Raceguard Line. PAIR, $45 + shipping

2017-10-02 Thread Andrew Huston 
Pm'd

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Re: [RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

2017-10-02 Thread Lee Legrand 
Just remember, none of these cats who want you to buy the Atlantis would be
willing to trade your place of sleeping in that small shed.

On Mon, Oct 2, 2017 at 12:59 PM, Chris Birkenmaier 
wrote:

> I'm sure you could make that comfy with new curtains and rugs!  :)
>
> On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 9:39:16 AM UTC-4, Surlyprof wrote:
>>
>> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/rivendell-atlantis-fu
>> ll-build/6322422171.html
>>
>> I'm not affiliated but this looked like a great deal.  Half tempted to
>> buy it and sell the Hillborne.  No build details but looks to be in pretty
>> nice shape... and cheaper than a new frame.
>>
>> John
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Re: [RBW] WTB: Clem 45cm or Appa 46cm (frame or complete)

2017-10-02 Thread Lee Legrand 
It is the smallest largest size I would put her on, meaning, there are
smaller wheels sizes but they feel the road more than a 26" wheel and they
are standard.

On Mon, Oct 2, 2017 at 2:28 PM, Ash [who works to bike] 
wrote:

> Want to try and get my wife into biking.  She's 5'2", so I'm thinking a
> bike with 26" wheels would be ideal.
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[RBW] WTB: Clem 45cm or Appa 46cm (frame or complete)

2017-10-02 Thread Ash [who works to bike] 
Want to try and get my wife into biking.  She's 5'2", so I'm thinking a 
bike with 26" wheels would be ideal.  

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[RBW] Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread lum gim fong 
Congrats

Love those fork leg bends. Nice.

What tires are those and how much do they cost? From the pics they look like 
they may be a nice alternative to the Compass slicks tires.

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[RBW] Re: Floor Stand Recommendation for Clem.

2017-10-02 Thread David B 
Great. I think those style will work well. I'll search around.
David

On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 11:48:02 AM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote:
>
> I have several of the ones that drew linked to although I'm not 100% sure 
> it is the same brand.  (looks just like mine)  I've bought a few at my 
> LBS.  I'm happy with mine.  I have a few that I bought at Performance that 
> you have to assemble and have the "cones" on the top to fight the tires 
> between.  They are fine too but I prefer the simplicity of these better.
>
> On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 10:47:56 PM UTC-4, drew wrote:
>>
>> I use one like this. Fit a 2.5 tire fine. I think I found them for a lot 
>> less $ than this link has.
>>
>>
>> http://www.bikewagon.com/willworx-display-stand-super-stand-2-pi?CAWELAID=4635067313=pla=20966736636=pla-132683352996=4635424584=m=EAIaIQobChMImp3i_vXQ1gIV03J-Ch0pBww2EAQYCCABEgKjVPD_BwE
>>
>

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Re: [RBW] Are you an "Oscar," or a "Felix" bike rider?

2017-10-02 Thread Patrick Moore 
We need a sliding scale. Me:

Assembly: 10/10 Felix
Choice of components: 10/10 Felix
Adjustment of body-supporting parts: 10/10 Felix
Modifications: 9/10 Felix
Gearing selection: 10/10 Felix
Drivetrain upkeep: 9/10 Felix
Other moving parts, upkeep: 8/10 Felix
Dirt on the frame and shiny bits: 7/10 Oscar

And it depends on the bike. I keep my Riv Roads cleaner than my (dirt road)
Matthews and certainly than the Hon Solo, which still has mud on the
underside from a months-ago ride in our flooded bosque (as I noticed when I
turned it upside down this morning to wire the tail light).



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> On the recent "Saluki" thread, Mark made a funny reference to the Odd
> Couple, regarding immaculate bicycles and their opposites.
>
> I'm a definite Oscar. I start out a bike build in full Felix mode, but
> then don't clean it much or mess with it until something wears out or I get
> another wild hair and build it up differently.
>
> Where do you fall on the Oscar/Felix spectrum regarding bicycle
> cleanliness and upkeep? Are you happy with your level of slovenliness or
> fussiness, or would you like to change?
>
> Philip
> www.biketinker.com
> Santa Rosa, CA
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[RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

2017-10-02 Thread Chris Birkenmaier 
I'm sure you could make that comfy with new curtains and rugs!  :)

On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 9:39:16 AM UTC-4, Surlyprof wrote:
>
>
> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/rivendell-atlantis-full-build/6322422171.html
>
> I'm not affiliated but this looked like a great deal.  Half tempted to buy 
> it and sell the Hillborne.  No build details but looks to be in pretty nice 
> shape... and cheaper than a new frame.
>
> John
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread Patrick Moore 
That's a great photo of the two of you on the Santana!

And interesting, but not surprising, to read that the Riv tandem exhibits
the handling traits of their singles.

Patrick "no one to ride a tandem with, boo hoo!" Moore

On Mon, Oct 2, 2017 at 7:22 AM, M G  wrote:

> Hey, though not much of a poster here (at least not since 2010 or so),
> here is a photo of our new RIv tandem.
> The Riv is super great.
> We have had many tandems over the years, this one is one of the great
> ones.
> Really stable, but - in a good sense - LIGHT steering, climbs well, which
> for us is the mark of a good tandem, even if we're going slowly uphill and
> spinning it, if it feels like an effort or not -this one does not (and it's
> less an issue re gearing than that ineffable "something".  This frame has
> that something.
> We've carried a fair amount of weight on it, and it's good for that too.
> Since getting it in July we've ridden it a  lot for shorter rides / errand
> rides [10 - 30 miles, almost daily], a few longer ones, and we're looking
> forward to some all day expeditions in the fall (which seems to have landed
> just this past weekend)
> It is an incredible value, having had a bunch of other tandems, even
> though all bought used, this one new - seems to be almost at cost.
> We've really hammered with it a few times, and because it's so stable
> feeling - plus big tires - it's been a revelatory change, especially on
> dirt roads where we do a lot of riding.
> Anyway - other impressions?
>
> Ron
> Berkshires Mass
>
> PS [thats us on another tandem, a Santana, which is also a good one, but
> has some fit issues for us (too small for me, + dismount issues for the
> boss in back / top tube too high)
>
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[RBW] Re: Floor Stand Recommendation for Clem.

2017-10-02 Thread Chris Birkenmaier 
I have several of the ones that drew linked to although I'm not 100% sure 
it is the same brand.  (looks just like mine)  I've bought a few at my 
LBS.  I'm happy with mine.  I have a few that I bought at Performance that 
you have to assemble and have the "cones" on the top to fight the tires 
between.  They are fine too but I prefer the simplicity of these better.

On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 10:47:56 PM UTC-4, drew wrote:
>
> I use one like this. Fit a 2.5 tire fine. I think I found them for a lot 
> less $ than this link has.
>
>
> http://www.bikewagon.com/willworx-display-stand-super-stand-2-pi?CAWELAID=4635067313=pla=20966736636=pla-132683352996=4635424584=m=EAIaIQobChMImp3i_vXQ1gIV03J-Ch0pBww2EAQYCCABEgKjVPD_BwE
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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread Philip Kim 
wowzers that looks like a lot of fun!

On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 9:51:57 PM UTC-4, MountNormal wrote:
>
> Howdy folks,
> So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I 
> think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used 
> to riding a Surly Ice Cream Truck so I suppose I should have know it would 
> be snappier than a fat bike. Anywho, just thought I'd share. 
>
> Thanks, 
>
> Stephen
>
>

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal 
Chris,
   You're welcome Sir. I think 2.6 would fit...might have to let some air out 
to get 'em through the brakes but pretty sure they'd work.

Stephen


On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 10:23:13 AM UTC-5, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
> Thanks for posting the clearance pics!   I've been following some of the 
> online chatter on dedicated MTB's and many people think the industry is going 
> to settle on 27.5 x 2.6 tires rather than full 3" tires.  It looks like those 
> would be a possibility on this bike.   
> 
> 
> On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 8:51:57 PM UTC-5, MountNormal wrote:Howdy folks,
>     So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I 
> think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used 
> to riding a Surly Ice Cream Truck so I suppose I should have know it would be 
> snappier than a fat bike. Anywho, just thought I'd share. 
> Thanks, 
> Stephen

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch 
Thanks for posting the clearance pics!   I've been following some of the 
online chatter on dedicated MTB's and many people think the industry is 
going to settle on 27.5 x 2.6 tires rather than full 3" tires.  It looks 
like those would be a possibility on this bike.   


On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 8:51:57 PM UTC-5, MountNormal wrote:
>
> Howdy folks,
> So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I 
> think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used 
> to riding a Surly Ice Cream Truck so I suppose I should have know it would 
> be snappier than a fat bike. Anywho, just thought I'd share. 
>
> Thanks, 
>
> Stephen
>
>

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal 
Surlyprof,
   It definitely is a helluva bicycle. I'll keep you updated as to the level of 
my enjoyment.


On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 10:03:51 AM UTC-5, Surlyprof wrote:
> My dream bike.  Beautiful!  Enjoy it for many, many years (...and if you stop 
> enjoying it... let me know!)
> 
> 
> John
> 
> On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 6:51:57 PM UTC-7, MountNormal wrote:Howdy folks,
>     So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I 
> think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used 
> to riding a Surly Ice Cream Truck so I suppose I should have know it would be 
> snappier than a fat bike. Anywho, just thought I'd share. 
> Thanks, 
> Stephen

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal 
Keith,
   Here's a better pic of the crown and an attempt to show the brake 
cable...I'm planning on using flat fenders and will need to grind away some 
wood to clear the cables.



On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 9:52:15 AM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote:
> You posted photos as I was typing my question.  Thanks again.  Indeed, it 
> looks like the fork crown is STILL the limiting factor.  Curious
> 
> On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 8:50:41 AM UTC-6, iamkeith wrote:
> 
> 
> On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:53:38 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
> Is the tire clearance maxed out with those 2.4's?    I recently rode some 
> 27.5+ and they were amazing.   
> 
> 
> I'm kind of curious about this too -  though from a fender-ability question 
> as much as from a bigger tire question.  With those same tires in the 29er 
> version, the 700c Hunq will work with fenders, but just barely, and not that 
> well.   Frustratingly and curiously, the point of minimum clearance is at the 
> bottom of the fork crown.  I've figured that this was a function of not being 
> able or willing to make the fork blades long enough, and that the 650b 
> version could solve this problem by virtue of a smaller diameter wheel.   
> Hard to tell in your photos though.  It still looks marginal.   As James 
> said, yours is perfection though!  The ability to fit worthwhile tires like 
> that the single  most compelling reason for getting a Hunquapillar as far as 
> I'm concerned.

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread Surlyprof 

My dream bike.  Beautiful!  Enjoy it for many, many years (...and if you 
stop enjoying it... let me know!)

John

On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 6:51:57 PM UTC-7, MountNormal wrote:
>
> Howdy folks,
> So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I 
> think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used 
> to riding a Surly Ice Cream Truck so I suppose I should have know it would 
> be snappier than a fat bike. Anywho, just thought I'd share. 
>
> Thanks, 
>
> Stephen
>
>

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal 
Keith,
   The pic of the crown is misleading, I think there would be room for fenders. 
The brace between the seat stays is pretty close though, and with a 2.4 tire, 
the brake cables would be an issue. My plan is to get wooden fenders and I'll 
be able to "shape" them to fithopefully. 


On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 9:52:15 AM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote:
> You posted photos as I was typing my question.  Thanks again.  Indeed, it 
> looks like the fork crown is STILL the limiting factor.  Curious
> 
> On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 8:50:41 AM UTC-6, iamkeith wrote:
> 
> 
> On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:53:38 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
> Is the tire clearance maxed out with those 2.4's?    I recently rode some 
> 27.5+ and they were amazing.   
> 
> 
> I'm kind of curious about this too -  though from a fender-ability question 
> as much as from a bigger tire question.  With those same tires in the 29er 
> version, the 700c Hunq will work with fenders, but just barely, and not that 
> well.   Frustratingly and curiously, the point of minimum clearance is at the 
> bottom of the fork crown.  I've figured that this was a function of not being 
> able or willing to make the fork blades long enough, and that the 650b 
> version could solve this problem by virtue of a smaller diameter wheel.   
> Hard to tell in your photos though.  It still looks marginal.   As James 
> said, yours is perfection though!  The ability to fit worthwhile tires like 
> that the single  most compelling reason for getting a Hunquapillar as far as 
> I'm concerned.

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread iamkeith 
You posted photos as I was typing my question.  Thanks again.  Indeed, it 
looks like the fork crown is STILL the limiting factor.  Curious

On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 8:50:41 AM UTC-6, iamkeith wrote:
>
>
>
> On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:53:38 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
>>
>> Is the tire clearance maxed out with those 2.4's?I recently rode some 
>> 27.5+ and they were amazing.   
>>
>>>
>>> I'm kind of curious about this too -  though from a fender-ability 
> question as much as from a bigger tire question.  With those same tires in 
> the 29er version, the 700c Hunq will work with fenders, but just barely, 
> and not that well.   Frustratingly and curiously, the point of minimum 
> clearance is at the bottom of the fork crown.  I've figured that this was a 
> function of not being able or willing to make the fork blades long enough, 
> and that the 650b version could solve this problem by virtue of a smaller 
> diameter wheel.   Hard to tell in your photos though.  It still looks 
> marginal.   As James said, yours is perfection though!  The ability to fit 
> worthwhile tires like that the single  most compelling reason for getting a 
> Hunquapillar as far as I'm concerned.
>

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread iamkeith 


On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:53:38 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
>
> Is the tire clearance maxed out with those 2.4's?I recently rode some 
> 27.5+ and they were amazing.   
>
>>
>> I'm kind of curious about this too -  though from a fender-ability 
question as much as from a bigger tire question.  With those same tires in 
the 29er version, the 700c Hunq will work with fenders, but just barely, 
and not that well.   Frustratingly and curiously, the point of minimum 
clearance is at the bottom of the fork crown.  I've figured that this was a 
function of not being able or willing to make the fork blades long enough, 
and that the 650b version could solve this problem by virtue of a smaller 
diameter wheel.   Hard to tell in your photos though.  It still looks 
marginal.   As James said, yours is perfection though!  The ability to fit 
worthwhile tires like that the single  most compelling reason for getting a 
Hunquapillar as far as I'm concerned.

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal 
Thank you Bill. 


On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 8:54:21 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
> Vigorously APPROVE 
> 
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito Ca

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Re: [RBW] 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal 
Thank you James. 


On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 9:07:06 PM UTC-5, James Warren wrote:
> That is perfection.
> 
> 
> > On Oct 1, 2017, at 6:51 PM, MountNormal  wrote:
> > 
> > Howdy folks,
> >So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I 
> > think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used 
> > to riding a Surly Ice Cream Truck so I suppose I should have know it would 
> > be snappier than a fat bike. Anywho, just thought I'd share. 
> > 
> > Thanks, 
> > 
> > Stephen
> > 
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Re: [RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

2017-10-02 Thread Will 
On the other hand... once John has an Atlantis he's done with with Riv 
fetishness. There's nothing like Atlantis. He will have the true cahuna and 
he will know it. 

On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 8:51:16 PM UTC-5, Surlyprof wrote:
>
> This is John's wife... He is welcome to buy the bike if he sells the 
> Brompton or the $1500 miter saw I bought him for Christmas and his 50th 
> birthday (respectively).
>
> John's wife (Who thinks he needs to balance his passions VERY carefully)
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[RBW] 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal 
Absolutely no toe overlap, I'd have to be wearing snowshoes to get toe overlap. 

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[RBW] 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread Bill Lindsay 
Vigorously APPROVE 

Bill Lindsay
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[RBW] Are you an "Oscar," or a "Felix" bike rider?

2017-10-02 Thread 'Mojo' via RBW Owners Bunch 
I am a Felix converting towards an Oscar. Dirt bike drivetrains stay clean and 
lubed and big chunks of dirt/mud are removed from the frame, racks, wheels. 
Road bikes are kept much cleaner, but not immaculate like in days past. After a 
wet ride, I spend 15 minutes wiping and lubing, 10 minutes or less if I chose a 
fendered bike. The Rivendells
 get more attention, the Surlys and Jones get much less.

Joe in wet GJT

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[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch 
Is the tire clearance maxed out with those 2.4's?I recently rode some 
27.5+ and they were amazing.   



On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 8:51:57 PM UTC-5, MountNormal wrote:
>
> Howdy folks,
> So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I 
> think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used 
> to riding a Surly Ice Cream Truck so I suppose I should have know it would 
> be snappier than a fat bike. Anywho, just thought I'd share. 
>
> Thanks, 
>
> Stephen
>
>

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[RBW] 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread Christopher Cote 
Very nice! Do you get any toe overlap with that setup?

Chris

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