Re: [RBW] Thoughts on Cambium?

I love mine. They're all doing well. Yes, the rails are longer, not sure compared to the Ti B17. I'm going to try a B17 Select on my custom when it arrives, but so far, the C17 is my favorite saddle. René On Mon, Jun 13, 2016 at 8:45 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > I know there was a flurry of review

Re: [RBW] RE: RE: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!! Proposed Ride.

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Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! Apppaloosa!

Congrats!!! On Mon, Jun 13, 2016 at 2:10 PM, dougP wrote: > Congratulations on getting the bike together. Look forward to many happy > years with your Rivendell. > > dougP > > On Monday, June 13, 2016 at 1:37:04 PM UTC-7, Michael Morrissey wrote: >> >> >>

Re: [RBW] RE: RE: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!! Proposed Ride.

Good! :-) On Monday, June 13, 2016, Reed Kennedy wrote: > Thanks for working that out René! I'll be on giant but smooth tires myself > (Schwalbe Big Ones) and may join you on the Pine Mountain bypass route. > > > Best, > Reed > > On Mon, Jun 13, 2016 at 1:0

Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts on Cambium?

Manny!!! How did you do that? On Tue, Jun 14, 2016 at 12:36 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > "I bent mine already." > > Of course you 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 em

Re: [RBW] Joe Appaloosa on tour

Val... without photos we can't really tell if this trip exists or you just dreamed it! :-) Glad you had such a great experience! René On Tue, Jun 14, 2016 at 7:34 AM, Valerie Yates wrote: > I just completed a credit card tour with my Joe Appaloosa and wanted to > share my experience. I did the

Re: [RBW] Thoughts on the whole low trail thing?

FWIW, I converted two Rivendell bikes to low trail forks and liked them better that way, one I sold (Hunqapillar) and the other one I'm keeping (Atlantis). I preferred their handling vs. the original handling because I wanted front loads, and in the case of the Atlantis, because it shimmied for me

Re: [RBW] Joe Appaloosa on tour

Great photos and updates Val! René On Tuesday, June 14, 2016, Valerie Yates wrote: > Thanks everyone for the kind words! Yes, Patrick, it was my first tour on > the Joe. It was great! I toured on a Surly Straggler 650B last year and > that bike had no life in it. The Joe is fun to ride (and pre

Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts on the whole low trail thing?

Hi Garth, After my extensive research and e-mail exchanges with Jan, plus my experience with my Atlantis & Hunqapillar, for upright riding, the low trail target should be 40mm. The Rando bikes depicted usually have around 29mm of trail, meant for more forward positioning/fast riding with lower han

Re: [RBW] Car-free week

Is she riding her bike as well? :-) On Wednesday, June 15, 2016, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Way to seize the day! Glad your daughter and everyone else is fine. 5mph = > thousands $$$? Gadzooks! Bring back steel fenders! No such thing as a > fender bender anymore. Wow. > > With abandon, > Patrick >

Re: [RBW] Thoughts on the whole low trail thing?

on being quite-high-trail. But if > it really is 40mm and the others we've been talking about are but 1cm less, > well, that doesn't seem like so much... > > Would you mind letting me know where you found the 40mm number for the > Hunq? > > > Best, > Reed

Re: [RBW] Clem Smith Jr, 7 month and 2200 miles in

Zed, your speeds described on your loaded Clem are still higher than mine in my minimally loaded Homer! I guess I still carry the weight on me that you put in the bike, and probably my total bike + rider weight is still higher. Which just reinforces the futility of discussing bike weight and payin

Re: [RBW] Nine Speed Index Setup

I converted my Bike Friday from 9 to 10 speed. I always do indexed, but on that bike I was having a lot of issues with the rear shifting being "imprecise". No amount of adjustment worked. I kept the 9 speed XT RD and replaced the barends and chain with the Shimano 10 speed equivalents. Also replac

Re: [RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

Check mate! On Tuesday, June 21, 2016, ian m wrote: > It's in the first paragraph of the description. Can't force people to read > or pay attention though > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this gro

Re: [RBW] WTB: Decauler

You can make your own with a Berthoud (and possibly others) decaleur; I did this as an experiment on my Atlantis, but then went with the stem mounted configuration under the following conditions, which may not be met by your setup: - Moved my front brake holder from the standard cable hanger mount

Re: [RBW] RE: RE: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!! Proposed Ride.

om my iPhone > > On Jun 11, 2016, at 9:32 PM, René Sterental > wrote: > > Is this a ride better suited for the Homer or for the Atlantis?Assumingn > can do it all? May have to bail out as outlined previously. Might be too > much climbing for moi. > > On Saturday, June 11,

Re: [RBW] RE: RE: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!! Proposed Ride.

Thanks! I'm totally bummed out. On Thu, Jun 23, 2016 at 7:45 AM, Curtis McKenzie wrote: > Rene, > Wishing you a speedy recovery > > Curtis > > > On Thursday, June 23, 2016, René Sterental wrote: > >> I got sick yesterday, and am trying to recover. As of now,

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

I've been using the Vaults on all my bikes for the last couple of years. They're wonderful and I have their marks on my legs. René On Thu, Jun 23, 2016 at 9:33 AM, John wrote: > Hi, > > I have silver VP Harriers on my AHH. I opened them up to grease them > before I put them on, and they don't l

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

May need to look at customizing the pins... :-) On Thu, Jun 23, 2016 at 11:00 AM, René Sterental wrote: > I've been using the Vaults on all my bikes for the last couple of years. > They're wonderful and I have their marks on my legs. > > René > > On Thu, Jun 23,

Re: [RBW] Riding with butterflies

Great photos!!! On Friday, June 24, 2016, Andrew Patteson < andrewpatte...@waterfordschool.org> wrote: > Lovely, just lovely! > > Thank you for sharing these. > > Andrew in SLC > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsu

Re: [RBW] Another new Appaloosa

Great story Joe! Sometimes it happens, love at first ride!!! On Friday, June 24, 2016, Joe Bernard wrote: > Thanks, I REALLY like this new bike. I still like the old Bstones, too, > but I've pretty much moved on. They're cool Grant Petersen designs, but by > their nature as a product of a big b

Re: [RBW] 700c Tire Advice

Go with the Compass Barlow Pass. You won't regret it and you won't flat either. The ride will be heavenly. On Saturday, June 25, 2016, Jon in central Colorado < row.n.2nowh...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I've been running the Little Big Bens 700c-38s on my Sam since day one > with P-45 fenders for 2-1/

Re: [RBW] Another new Appaloosa

Wow! That bag looks quite intriguing! On Saturday, June 25, 2016, Joe Bernard wrote: > Thanks, Rene! Here's a couple better pics of the bike before I bought it. > This also serves as a handy introduction to a great new Riv bag. > > http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bads-tan.htm > > -- > You recei

[RBW] Replacement rim for cracked 36 hole Dyad rim

I guess it was meant for me to get sick this week and be forced to miss the Rivendells ride in Marin. Earlier this week, before the flu hit hard, I took the Atlantis out and started hearing a lout rattling noise as I rode the bike, with no apparent rhythm. At first I though it was the front wheel,

[RBW] Re: Replacement rim for cracked 36 hole Dyad rim

Thanks! I found a pair of Atlas polished 36 holed rims and went with them. Atlas rims are what I have on the Betty (650b) and what I'll have on my custom (650b) as well. Have only heard great things about them and since I'm a heavy rider and the Atlantis will ride with loads, I'll stay with the A

Re: [RBW] Rivelo First Anniversary Ride

Very nice! On Saturday, June 25, 2016, Eric Norris wrote: > Photos from today's Rivelo event in Portland! > > https://flic.kr/s/aHskCewK8H > > Enjoy! > > --Eric N > www.CampyOnly.com > CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com > Twitter: @CampyOnlyGu

Re: [RBW] RBW List takes over West Point Inn

Looking at those photos makes me think I wouldn't have been able to keep up... Were all those taken on the PM loop that I would have bypassed anyway? Hopefully next time I'll be able to make it. Bummed I got sick, but am feeling better now and going on vacation to Boone, NC next week. Taking the B

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day - Hunqapillar FINALLY!

Congratulations! The truth will cover out on your next commute! ;-) On Monday, June 27, 2016, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Between new bike adrenaline, Compass tires, and greater comfort through > frame geometry and bike smarts (thus a happier, better performing engine), > I'm not at all surprised yo

Re: [RBW] I made my own 10 speed indexed stem shifters

Pretty cool! On Monday, June 27, 2016, Joe Bernard wrote: > That's pretty nifty, Bill. I did some Riv-inspired mucking about on eCLEM, > too: I wanted the reverse-inside thumbie setup, but I'm running an 8-speed > SunRace shifter. I moved the 8-speed to the left side, then scrounged for a > righ

Re: [RBW] Wife asked me to go on a 2 week bike tour, help!!

Ha ha ha ha!!! On Monday, June 27, 2016, Ken Yokanovich wrote: > I went on a tour with my wife once... I carried most everything leaving > only a lightly packed set of rear panniers for her. I carefully scouted > maps and planned out a nice route for a week. > > The tour concluded somewhere alo

[RBW] Chainline, gearing and other learnings...

One of the best things about this group is the shared knowledge, as well as the knowledge that is shared that makes one realize one know nothing on the subject and at some point, one decides one wants to learn about it. For me, one of these themes has been gearing and gear choices. It kind of star

Re: [RBW] Portland

Very nice. Awesome bridge. I'll have to find a way to come to Portland with a bike... On Monday, June 27, 2016, Eric Norris wrote: > Some more photos from this weekend’s Portland adventure: > > https://flic.kr/s/aHskCjfhEe > > Riv content: The weekend started with the Rivelo anniversary party: >

[RBW] Re: Chainline, gearing and other learnings...

Another fantastic learn from this group are my Xero sandals. Barefoot bliss and I've been doing short rides on them as well and loving the feel of the "barefoot" pedaling and walking. On Monday, June 27, 2016, René Sterental wrote: > One of the best things about this g

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Good! What 10 speed cassette is 12-36? I only recall seeing the 11-36, which is what I'm using (Shimano XT). René On Tuesday, June 28, 2016, Ryan Fleming wrote: > wellseems to be coming along nicely > > On Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at 2:03:50 AM UTC-5, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> >> Hi, All. >>

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW List takes over West Point Inn

Those photos are very nice! Can you share your route? I'm thinking that at some point in mid august, I'd like to try to go for a day ride to check the place out. I'm wondering if you'd recommend parking in Fairfax and doing the loop from there just to avoid all the climbing at the end of the ride.

Re: [RBW] Dirt Touring with Nitto Campee Lowriders - Front or back?

Esteban, I had mine initially in the upper eyelet for plenty of clearance but have since moved it to the lower one so it sits lower and closer to the head tube for the best fit with the Berthoud dealer for my Tall Acorn Rando Bag. I attached the fender stays to the rack. You should have plenty of

Re: [RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

I'm 5'11", barely 1" taller, yet my saddle height is 77-78, depending on the shoes I wear. I guess my torso is shorter comparatively, yet I have long arms. My stock original Homer configuration from RBW had me on an 8cm stem on Noodles, which felt too far out no matter how much I raised the handleb

Re: [RBW] Vintage Riv Ancestor FS

How tall a rider would fit this bike? I cannot figure it out from your size description. René On Saturday, July 2, 2016, Eric Norris wrote: > In case anybody on this list is looking for a near-mint condition English > Raleigh from the 1970s: > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/-/272294740160? > > I’ll

Re: [RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

The first Bombadil I had was too large for me. Ended with a 58 Hunqapillar of the gray version. It was a 60cm frame. René On Saturday, July 2, 2016, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 07/02/2016 09:57 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > >> I'm on the "go big" side. At 5'-7" with a 71cm saddle height, I never

Re: [RBW] Ohio to Erie Trail trip

Awesome! Great trip! On Saturday, July 2, 2016, 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > After experiencing many of the Mid-Atlantic rail trails and towpaths, I > took the Sam touring bike for a 365-mile, 5-day self-supported trip from > the top to the botto

Re: [RBW] Vintage Riv Ancestor FS

logspot.com> > Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > > On Jul 2, 2016, at 7:10 PM, René Sterental > wrote: > > How tall a rider would fit this bike? I cannot figure it out from your > size description. > > René > > On Saturday, July 2, 2016, Eric Norris > wrote: > >&g

Re: [RBW] Hubbuhubbuh tandem Pre-order is live

Just reserved mine. I've never ridden a tandem but right now it's the best chance at getting my wife to perhaps start riding with me a little bit. My son will go to college next Fall, but perhaps we'll get to share it together before he goes and when he comes home. My oldest daughter starts her MBA

Re: [RBW] Singletrack with my eldest and her Clementine

Very nice Patrick! On Wednesday, July 6, 2016, Deacon Patrick wrote: > I meant to include our impressions of the Clementine on some fairly gnarly > single track: > > Her overall comment as a 15 year old rider still learning riding in > general and single track, with this as her first more techni

Re: [RBW] 205k Eastern Shore Maryland/Delaware Brevet with DC Randonneurs

Congratulations! I can only imagine how you're feeling. Perhaps one day I'll be able to join you in the accomplishment. René On Saturday, July 9, 2016, Julian wrote: > > Lungimsam, > > Nicely done, and great writeup! Nothing beats that slightly tired feeling > of accomplishment at the end of a

Re: [RBW] Some things change, some stay the same

Congratulations!!! So you've put your deposit down for the tandem, right? On Sunday, July 10, 2016, iamkeith wrote: > She's beautiful. Some things are just so much better than bikes. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >

Re: [RBW] Singletrack with my eldest and her Clementine

Wonderful! On Monday, July 11, 2016, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Both older lassies wanted to ride Lovell Gulch today, so here are the > pictures (start at this one and scroll right)... > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/deaconpatrick/27632579564/in/album-72157667890405824/ > > With abandon, > Patric

Re: [RBW] Head scratcher: How to teach stop signs

I fully recommend instructing them to get off their bikes and walk across the intersection. As pointed, drivers fully get a pedestrian crossing vs. a cyclist. And a child walking a bike is even more powerful to a driver. René On Monday, July 11, 2016, Eric Norris wrote: > Four-way stops are one

Re: [RBW] Are Velocity Atlas 650b rims discountinued?

I'm waiting for an Atlas 650b polished in 32. Velocity USA informed me they are being polished and are expected by the end of the month. My LBS got a more optimistic response as it's been on order for over two months now. The polished ones are coming. Don't know about the regular non-polished vers

Re: [RBW] First S24O, on the C&O Canal

Wonderful write-up and great Dad-work!!! Your son is very lucky! On Friday, July 22, 2016, Scott McLain wrote: > Love this story! Thanks! I have six kids of my own. I have ridden the > C&O with my older kids when I lived in Manassas, VA. We did a campout > there in June and it was hotter tha

[RBW] Atlantis update - latest configuration

My wonderful Atlantis has seen some major transformations as I've evolved and so have my tastes and preferences. https://flic.kr/p/Ju54wa - scroll for a couple more photos... I thought it was pretty much finalized when I took the last set of photos on March 1 and reported on it, but it turns out i

Re: [RBW] Intro.....my humble roots, with some Riv content

Great story Linda!!! Hope you get your new Clem shortly but continue to ride and care for that first love! René On Sunday, July 24, 2016, LLM wrote: > HI, I'm Linda of Albany, NY. I've posted a few times here and have > enjoyed reading for several months. This is a longish post that serves a

Re: [RBW] Jeff Archer, Owner of First Flight Bicycles

Sad news. Very sorry to hear that. René On Mon, Jul 25, 2016 at 6:23 AM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > Not sure if you caught this news, but Jeff Archer was killed last > Wednesday while crossing a street in Mooresville, NC. He was hit by a > drunk driver. > > Some of you may know Jeff as the foun

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis update - latest configuration

Yes, that is correct. My hands can rest on the ramp alone, further back on the curve, or further forward on the hood. For full stretch, I can also grab the hook in the hood with my fists placed vertically. And of course, there is the flat rear upright position. So far I rarely ride on the drops, bu

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis update - latest configuration

Agreed. Things like bars, saddles, geometry, fit and handling are very personal. In fact, what isn't? :-) On Mon, Jul 25, 2016 at 11:23 AM, Brian Campbell wrote: > ...and as a data point, I had the exact opposite experience. I missed the > straight, flat-ish sections on the Noodle bar. The Compa

Re: [RBW] Platrack In Back

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Re: [RBW] Stolen Atlantis: Santa Fe, NM

Hope you find it soon! On Friday, April 20, 2012, beckertronix wrote: > Hey all, > > Sadly my Atlantis went missing last night from the front of my house > Apr 19-20 in Santa Fe, NM. If yall - especially anyone in SF or > Albuquerque - could keep an eye out I'd appreciate it. > It's pretty un

Re: [RBW] rack suggestions

Those are there so you can mount a rear rack on the front. On Wednesday, April 25, 2012, oren wrote: > well i have a newer atlantis and i cant help but notice the threaded holes > at the top of the fork (fork shoulder). does anyone know of any racks that > would mount into these threads? i would

Re: [RBW] Re: Big Apple vs. Supreme

The Supremes are also a bit lighter, not that that matters much... :-) I'm now using Duremes (50) on my Huqapillar and I like them very much as well. René On Wed, May 2, 2012 at 8:33 AM, Marty wrote: > Thanks for the inputs. I think I'll go with the Supremes this time around. > After all, on a

Re: [RBW] Platrack Mid-fork Mount

Great setup! Can you post some photos of the compete bike? I'm thinking of having my Hunqapillar repainted and am considering silver... Would like to get a sense for the complete look of the bike in silver. René On Saturday, May 5, 2012, Marty wrote: > I had mounted this Platrack on another bik

[RBW] Platrack Mid-fork Mount

That's beautiful. Silver is definitely a strong contender... With the red labels. Thanks! On Sunday, May 6, 2012, Marty wrote: > Here you go Rene - the full set: > > *http://tinyurl.com/32z9k4l* > * > * > I've had a number of Silver bikes over the years - still have three. They > look good with

Re: [RBW] Platrack Mid-fork Mount

Brian, I always love the color of your AHH when I see a picture of it... Great job on the Platrack setup! René On Monday, May 7, 2012, Stonehog wrote: > Mike - there is a way: http://wp.me/p1kJzU-35 > > Brian Hanson > Seattle,WA > > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] front derailleur cage tweaking

I think you need a wider BB. AFIK, the XT derailers are not such a good fit for the Sugimo cranks since they expect the wider Q from the Shimano modern MTB cranks. A new compatible derailer from Riv would be the other option I'd suggest if you want to preserve the current BB. I would caution aga

Re: [RBW] 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

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[RBW] Bosco Rubbe Nubar on my Hunqapillar... first test

I took delivery of the new Bosco Rubbe Bullmoose bar today and proceeded to install it on my Hunqapillar. *http://tinyurl.com/7bmmkfl* * * Initial impressions: - They are beautiful. I love the Bullmoose configuration and while it restricts further adjustments except for height, I believe it's an op

[RBW] Re: Bosco Rubbe Nubar on my Hunqapillar... first test

I'm sure the ability to hold that position for 10 miles is completely up to the rider's flexibility. I know I probably couldn't, but if you like riding in the drops and having the handlebar lower than your saddle, you could do it. There is plenty of support for the arms and hands in this position,

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of switching handlebars on my AHH

I think the hand position thing is highly personal. As long as you are comfortable and so are your hands, different people will prefer different configurations. I don't know if the Bosco has more, the same or less hand positions that are usable. Some will prefer it to the Albatross and some won't.

Re: [RBW] Re: Bosco Rubbe Nubar on my Hunqapillar... first test

> > Went for a longer ride this morning, still cautious not to overdo it. > Found out that everyone's talking about the new bars: > http://tinyurl.com/7az8okv. > Now, here is what I have to say after an hour long ride: Comfort is extreme. So is the variety of hand positions that directly relate to

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of switching handlebars on my AHH

Thanks! Very nice indeed. On Tue, May 29, 2012 at 9:59 AM, Garth wrote: > > Hi Rene , > >It's Dupont Imron #4418 Lt. Frost Green Metallic . I like colors that > sparkle in the sun ! > http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4076/4952416848_a31bc7751d_b.jpg > http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4075/4860362

Re: [RBW] Re: cameras and biking

I believe what the OP is looking for is something like this: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/39643-REG/OP_TECH_USA_5301002_Stabilizer_Strap.html Assuming sweating is no issue, this chest stabilizer would improve on just using the camera strapped as a sling. For situations where one wouldn't

[RBW] Re: Bosco Rubbe Nubar on my Hunqapillar... first test

Tested the Bosco bars on the dirt today and my previous assessment was proven correct. Perfectly comfortable, great maneuverability, no issues climbing or descending. Great handling on singletrack. I came home with no hand, neck or shoulder pain at all. Ordered a second set today to test on the Be

Re: [RBW] Re: cameras and biking

I now carry my Fuji X100. With its 35mm equivalent prime and superb image quality, it is the perfect package for me. My other alternative is my PEN E-P3 which I still prefer to use with some of its wonderful prime lenses, and on either a Boxy Rando bag or Riv's small Sackville on the front I can st

Re: [RBW] Paul Neo Retro Brakes - and Shimano Levers?

I have Paul's Neo-retrospect and Touring brakes on both Atlantis and Hunqapillar and didn't like the Paul canti levers when I tried them. I much prefer them with the Shimano BL-R770 brake levers ergonomically. These feel much better in my hands. Still, if you'd like to try the Paul ones, I can sel

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Starlight Parade

Beautiful. Felt like I was there riding with you... René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch

Re: [RBW] Bullmoose Bosco bar?

I just love mine on my 58 Hunqapillar and in fact, ordered a second set to try on the Atlantis and on the Betty. So far, I'm very pleased with the fixed configuration and have had no need to make any changes. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Bosco Bars

Minh, Speaking for myself, I went with Grant's complete recommendation by choosing the Bullmoose version. I can only say that on my 58 Hunqapillar it puts the ends of the bars in a perfect place as it allows me to be fully upright and relaxed. I believe they are meant to be closer to you than the

Re: [RBW] Bosco Bars

fty. René On Tuesday, June 5, 2012, René Sterental wrote: > Minh, > > Speaking for myself, I went with Grant's complete recommendation by > choosing the Bullmoose version. I can only say that on my 58 Hunqapillar it > puts the ends of the bars in a perfect place as it allow

Re: [RBW] Bullmoose Bosco bar?

I'll do that this weekend or earlier. Thanks for your comments. René On Tuesday, June 5, 2012, Rocky B wrote: > It was actually the pictures of your Hunqapillar with the Boscos that > made me say "wow! those bars are kinda sweet-looking!" > > I hope you post pictures of your Betty with the Bosco

[RBW] Low Trail Fork Experiment ... FYI only - Not intended to start another debate...

Disclaimer: This is a very long post and I want to start by stating that I don't mean to start another heated debate on high vs. low trail fork, or Jan vs. Grant philosophies, etc. I just want to describe this experiment and its initial results to the group so anyone thinking along the same lines

Re: [RBW] Re: Low Trail Fork Experiment ... FYI only - Not intended to start another debate...

Thank you all for your comments and feedback, and for appreciating my intent in this post. @C.J.: I'll comment on the toe overlap when I get the Atlantis with the low trail fork installed. I have no toe overlap on the Hunqapillar. @Patrick: Yes, I ride with my bars higher than the saddle and find

[RBW] Re: Low Trail Fork Experiment ... FYI only - Not intended to start another debate...

Will, You are right about the Pass & Stow rack putting the load high and forward. I liked it and wanted to try it since it allows both the Porteur bag type, front panniers and any other load that requires a flat surface which also works great for baskets. It fits very well with the Bosco bars, but

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Rally Bay Area Edition.

What a great idea! Unfortunately my son has Water Polo practice on Sunday at that time, so I won't be able to make it to the reading. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch

Re: [RBW] the longer trail

Nice...!!! ;-) René On Wednesday, June 6, 2012, Brian Hanson wrote: > I took a longer commute on Tuesday that wound around Fremont, Magnolia and > along the waterfront in Seattle. It was nearly devoid of commuters as we > have been enjoying a "rain week". I figured I was adding beausage to the

Re: [RBW] the longer trail

Brian, Which front rack are you using? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googl

Re: [RBW] the longer trail

Thanks! On Thursday, June 7, 2012, Stonehog wrote: > It an rSogn Haulin' Colin rack. Local builder. Fits the Hunqa perfectly. > > Brian Hanson > > On Jun 7, 2012, at 9:11 AM, René Sterental > > > wrote: > > Brian, > > Which front rack are you using? &

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Rally Bay Area Edition.

I actually like it better! Kudos to your little brother. René On Saturday, June 9, 2012, Manuel Acosta wrote: > My little brother says I lack flyer making skills. He told me he could > make a better one. > > http://flic.kr/p/ccTqjs > > While I agree that this is a better flyer, the typo is just

Re: [RBW] another nice ride on the ship canal

Love that color... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam in Chicago

It looks very nice. Much better, IMHO than with the flat rack on the front. I think that it you don't always need a flat rack, the Platrack is the way to go. It seems you have one as seen in previous photos... René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] German mirror, down low and sideways - and a taste of the dark side on my QuickBeam

Great solution for the mirror! I may give it a try. René On Monday, June 11, 2012, BSWP wrote: > I found a very nice way to mount the lightweight German mirror on the > quickbeam. I put on the bottom edge of the Wald basket, placed it so the > mirror face is horizontal - to give a wide view to t

Re: [RBW] Bicycle Courier In Love with My Atlantis

Hip Hip Hurray On Wed, Jun 13, 2012 at 1:54 PM, Darin G. wrote: > I ordered a sandwich from Jimmy John's this afternoon which was delivered > in the typical prompt fashion by a heavily tatted and generously bearded > bicycle courier. The courier saw my Atlantis, parked in my office, and > b

Re: [RBW] Re: Albatross OR Bosco

If you suffer from any pain in the neck, shoulders, hands or back, my experience has been that they've all disappeared with the Bosco bars. None of the other bars I've tried (Noodles, Touring, Albatross, Moustache, variations of drop bars) were able to do that for me. René -- You received this m

Re: [RBW] Honjos

Je je je!!! You won't be able to go back... But you'll get better at the installation of the metal fenders... ;-) René (who only uses metal fenders) On Thursday, June 14, 2012, Manuel Acosta wrote: > I can attest to the installation of honjo fenders. It's similar to > wrestling a wool sweater on

Re: [RBW] chambray

I bought a few (my first ever) from L.L.Bean and have to say I like them a lot. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, sen

Re: [RBW] Re: The Poster

I got my poster today, as I was out traveling last week. Everyone who has posted so far has had nothing bad to say about it, so it feels that many in the bunch feel that nothing that comes out of RBW has any flaws at all. While I like the poster, and do not regret buying it sight unseen, I can't s

Re: [RBW] Re: The Poster

ession the kid's face. He > really looks like he's exploring the bike. > > dougP > > On Jun 25, 5:38 pm, René Sterental wrote: > > I got my poster today, as I was out traveling last week. Everyone who has > > posted so far has had nothing bad to say about it, so

Re: [RBW] The Poster

Yes. Our minds like to play tricks on us and also take shortcuts and jump to conclusions... Hopefully the poster, with its enticing composition and features, makes more people stop and gaze at it and then go online to find the answers to the questions their minds will ask subcontiously... How can

Re: [RBW] Re: The Poster

LOL Grant!!! You got me looking and looking at the poster... right? Mission accomplished! The poster is getting framed with glass and a mat and will be hung in my office where I'll be able to look at it every day and change how I feel about it daily as well. Perhaps it will even be the centerpiece

Re: [RBW] SJS cycles

I've shopped with them in the past, and always had a good experience. However, if the item I want is available on www.wiggle.co.uk, that's where I get it since they have free shipping to the United States and their prices are very competitive. I shop here primarily for european items I cannot find

Re: [RBW] Help! Convince me to buy (or not buy) this Atlantis!

If you swapped the handlebars for Bosco or Albatross ones, I bet the length wouldn't be an issue at all. Or, as suggested, go for a shorter stem with the Noodles. Seems like a great opportunity, so just ask yourself what will you regret the most in the future... Getting it even I f you need to sel

Re: [RBW] Re: Review of "Just Ride."

IMO, one of the hardest things to do is acknowledge that you've fallen prey to the marketing claims floating around so pervasively and realize you've been spending your money on the wrong items. Or just that your frame of reference has been built on invalid premises. Especially when you are confron

Re: [RBW] Re: Help! Convince me to buy (or not buy) this Atlantis!

I'm pretty sure that I will end up selling my standard Hunqapillar and Atlantis forks once I get the Atlantis back from the painter with its new fork. My forks, being of recent vintage have the full set of braze-ons including the screws on the top of the crown to allow the mounting of a rear rack o

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