Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

I wouldn't argue. I'm halfway tempted to throw the Moustache bar back on my Sam with a DD stem--it actually came from Riv with a 100 mm Technomic + Moustache combo--but I'm happy with the Albas for now, so I won't be going to the trouble. Still not settled on a handlebar purchase for my mtb.

Re: [RBW] Re: Covered Bridge Metric Century, Lancaster PA 8/21

I'll be on my Sam with 42 mm Soma Shikoros and Treetop saddle wedge (via Jeff). I'll likely remove the basket for the ride, although I've been enjoying the setup with my makeshift "rando bag," a large canvas fanny pack. :) Bob On Friday, June 24, 2016, Jeff Lesperance

Re: [RBW] Seeking advice (and WTB) front lowrider rack and panniers for canti Sam

Thanks, Bill. My Sam has eyelets just under my canti mounts and near the bottom of the fork blades. Hopefully that clears it up. On Monday, May 23, 2016, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Bob > > Most Rivendell bikes in 2016 come with fork tips that have rack/fender > eyelets both

Re: [RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

It's interesting to note that location, perhaps even more than season, dictates what we pack. For example, it makes a ton of sense for DP to plan for worst case scenarios given that he's camping (I'd guess, at least) at, near, or above the tree line in the Rockies. Also, Phillip is sure to bring

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

Agreed on all counts, Bill. Patronizing LBSs is fun, and I love the connection with owners and workers. It feels good to support real people. But it's not always that easy for me. I tinker with my bikes because it's fun, and I enjoy it, not because I *need *to. Can I always afford to pay my

Re: [RBW] Re: Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

As another plug for their rides, I went on a rather epic 53 miler with the G folks sometime in July. Highlights included countless beautiful country roads, a river swim stop, a ridiculously tough gravel climb that my legs and Sam could not conquer without the help of my feet making contact with

Re: [RBW] Re: Covered Bridge Metric Century, Lancaster PA 8/21

I'm with Kevin and will definitely be monitoring the weather leading up to Sunday--it'll likely be a game-time decision for me. I suppose I could throw the fenders back on my Sam and make it work, but I'm not really looking to ride all day in the rain. Here's to hoping for a shift in the forecast!

Re: [RBW] 700X42C Tire Recommendation

No sweat! Cool thing about the Shikoros is they aren't overly heavy even though they have flat protection in both the tread and sidewalls. I've only ridden a couple hundred miles on mine at most, but I'm more than pleased with the ride quality. Bob On Wed, Sep 7, 2016 at 9:19 AM, cyclotourist

Re: [RBW] WTB: Albastache Bar

I'm in Baltimore and still on the lookout for an Albastache bar! Bob On Sunday, September 4, 2016, Dave wrote: > Where are you bob? I'm in the Berkeley and could help out locally > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Carrdice Bagman Support Quick release for Low Saddles

Thanks, Brian! Carradice mentions something on their site called a "Bagman Adaptor." I have no idea what that is and I don't know much about these supports in general as I've never used them before. I'd scoop yours up, but I'm looking for an Expedition. Good luck with the sale! Bob K. in

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

I wish I could get my mitts on a Jones Plus for a test ride! I love my new-to-me Krampus, but I can't help but feel like the Jones is my grail bike. I keep hearing and reading that it essentially defies categorization in all the right ways. I also hear that it's fantastic for long rides, on or off

Re: [RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

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Re: [RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

Daniel, Will this replace or complement your Hunq? -- Bob http://www.smallsur.com -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

> > Garth commented and asked: I didn't even notice those, when did they > become available for a presale, or did they go that fast ? > It looks like they were announced in the most recent BLUG post. Only six available. Bob K. in Baltimore -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Choosing between Sam and Joe

Gah! See? I did it again! Thanks, Alex! 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 it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: Choosing between Sam and Joe

Alex Wrote: "Based on what you will do with it most often, Sam is king. Throw on some Compass Baby Shoe tires and you're off to the races (It'll feel FAST!!)." I think you meant Barlow Pass, not Baby Shoe, but I don't blame you at all for getting the names confused. Happens to me almost every

Re: [RBW] Re: Multi Use Path Etiquette

Steve commented: > Well, there's a difference between the evolution of word meanings as show > in that article and what we have here. This was not gradual evolution, it > was a charismatic writer who simply used it wrong, exactly opposite to the > accepted meaning, and all his acolytes simply

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Daniel and Joe-- Yeah, it seems like a Jones Plus may be in my future! Going to have to pinch some pennies for that day to come, though--maybe by next fall unless a used one shows up somewhere (unlikely). Luckily, the Krampus may not stand up when A-B'd with the Jones Plus, but it's still a

Re: [RBW] Jones and Hunq

Bill asked how folks are fit for Jones bikes. The website says riders 5'7" to 6'2" fit the 24" medium. It also says in many places that buyers are encouraged to call Jeff to talk specifics. So in the end, I think Jeff would say, "Call me to discuss fit." Guessing wouldn't be a great move

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar suggestions for the Hunq

Another possibility that is similar the the Jones in terms of angles is the Surly Open Bar. It comes in 25.4. I used it on a vintage mtb build that I took on a pretty challenging off-road tour in VA this past summer. There are a couple of hand positions. I didn't have any numbness after hours in

Re: [RBW] Re: N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

Ron, How do you decide how many non-Chinese non-cut cookies to not import, and which non-Chinese non-cut cookies that you didn't import are currently in your rotation? Bob K. in Baltimore -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

Awesome responses, folks! While I firmly believe that my n=2, if I were to add a bike, it would most definitely be a tandem. I planned to buy a 26" wheeled mtb Burly Rock and Roll off a friend who bought a HHH tandem, but in the end I couldn't justify it. Pretty bummed about that, but I'm sure

Re: [RBW] Re: Front Racks: Nitto 32F vs. M18 (And possible WTT/FS 32F)

Garth opined: "If I had a Surly and wanted a small-ish front rack I would get one of their 8-Pack racks or a 12-Pack for a wider platform and excellent with a basket. Both rated to 13.6kg/30 pounds and even the 8-Pack is larger platform than the Nitto. They mount directly to any Surly frame using

Re: [RBW] Re: Front Racks: Nitto 32F vs. M18 (And possible WTT/FS 32F)

Steve said: Are sure those aren't warts? Kind of look like em, but they sure are handy. Bob -- Bob 443 278 4265 http://www.smallsur.com -- 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] Re: Front Racks: Nitto 32F vs. M18 (And possible WTT/FS 32F)

Thanks, Bill. I trust your analysis and was hoping you'd chime in. It sounds like I could sell the 32F and get an M18, but it wouldn't necessarily be an upgrade in capacity, despite the numbers. I could also kludge together something with the Surly rack so it could fit my Sam, get bendy with the

Re: [RBW] Re: Panniers vs Bikepacking bags

DP, I think the claimed handling benefits for a bikepacking setup generally are only benefits for those who want to ride aggressively on an off-road tour. My bikes definitely handle more naturally and with less forethought required when I'm using a basket/seat bag/frame bag setup, but the point

Re: [RBW] FS: Tubus Tara + mounts; Nitto 32F mini-rack; XT 10-spd RD-M773; Surly Seatpost Clamp 30mm; Problem Solvers Direct Mount Adapter

Steve's right. You can get a brand new silver Tubus Tara and LM-1 mounts shipped to your door in the USA for $136 from the site linked above. Bob K. in Baltimore -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: Wrapping handlebars

Lee, Sorry 'bout that. I read your initial post too quickly! 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 it, send an email to