[RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

Rick Urbanowski wrote, unread,Sep 9Wow! "Was that a cracked frame?" Which bike Rick? Paul in Dallas Wh . -- 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] How To Skip to the Bottom / Latest Post of a Very Long Thread

Does anyone have a trick to accomplish what's in the title of this thread while using a smart phone? Some threads are so long one's finger gets tired just scrolling and scrolling and scrolling and scrolling and scrolling ...well,  you get the idea. Thank you.  Paul in Dallas . -- You

[RBW] The Doctor Who Cycled Around the World

Yes, thanks for pointing this fellow out! I'll be checking it out. Years ago reading such adventures particularly the' Crazy Guy on a Bike' sitethat has hundreds and hundreds of journals of bike travelers led me to attempt 4 loaded up too heavybike touring adventures (US only) 3 successfully.

[RBW] Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

I recently let a 1986 Schwinn Passage go to a new owner after enjoying a lot for around 3 years. The only reason I did sell it was because I bought a Sam Hillbourne about a year ago and have been riding it more. I think the Columbus Tenax tubing of which the Passage is made is pretty good

[RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

Jason Fuller, that's remarkable that the two roosters and the sheep are taking  such an interest in your Sam Hillbourne.  .Do you have something pungent in your rear panniers? Perhaps they just like orange bikes.I know I do. Its good to hear your Sam did well under load. Paul in Dallas -- You

[RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

Some great looking pics and great looking bikes? Marc, if you see this I like how your blue Hillbourne is set up. Are those Bosco bars?  The knobs seem like a good idea. I've run interrupter / cross brake levers on quite a few road bars and like them a lot but not an upright bar.  What do you

[RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

Fred, good to hear from you. So far I know of Philip, Luis, two Jim's, myself, yourself and Wilson I met a couple weeks ago that all have Rivs in the area. There may be some I'm overlooking or am unaware of.  And Fran that formerly ran Transit bike shop did have one, a Hunqapillar I think. They

[RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

I found a link.Name was spelled differently,  'Urbanovsky' https://tinyurl.com/svr2cs3n Paul in Dallas -- 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] Share More Riv Riding Pics

Rick, on another note, as memory serves,  decades ago there was an Urbanowski Photography Studio in the small town of West,TX a bit north of Waco, TX . He had a reputation of being a most excellent photographer. Looking at your website,  congrats on also being a most excellent photographer

[RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

Rick , the bars are the Sunlite North Road alloy bars. They come in an aluminum alloy and a cromo steel version . Sunlite Handlebar Touring Northroad Alloy 72774033065 | eBay | | | | || | | | | | Sunlite Handlebar Touring Northroad Alloy 72774033065 | eBay North

[RBW] Secret Platy

That new Platypus is the coolest! Love the color combos... You outdid yourself! Congrats and may you have many joyful and safe miles on Secret Platy. Paul in Dallas PS. I saw some of Garbaruk stuff on their site. Did most of the color parts come from Garbaruk? . -- You received this message

[RBW] Good weekend on the Hillborne

Jason, I enjoyed reading of your Hillborne adventure. The great pics really helped on getting drawn into the the experience.  I also have an orange Hillborne which has caliper brakes. I wish you more great adventures on your Hillborne. Side question to any reading this. How do you determine the

[RBW] Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

Leah, what a great account of trying a new aspect to cycling! It's made even greater that you're doing it on a Platypus! This thread was a fun read. I enjoyed the insightful reply as well. It sounds like many on this list have tried the faster group riding  at one time in their cycling

[RBW] A Trek Inspired Build of a Vintage Trek

I meant subject line title to be'Riv Inspired Build of a Vintage Trek'. Oh well. Hopefully most understood. Paul in Dallas  -- 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,

[RBW] New Riv Day!!

That's a beauty Marc! I add my congratulations. Paul Cunningham in Dallas  -- 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] What shoes does your Riv wear?

I'm running Soma Supple Vitesse EX in the 700 x 42 on my Sam Hillborne and like them a lot. I think 380 g's for that size tire is not bad and the price is good. I just saw on the Soma site they are no longer making that size. Here's their verbiage.(Sizes: 28c to 42c 23c (no longer made) I

[RBW] Recommendations on a budget 700c wheelset?

I've been entertaining the idea of ordering from this English company. Madspeed7 | | | | || | | | | | Madspeed7 Bicycle Wheel Specialist. Expertly hand built wheels. Free Next Day Delivery*. Mountain Bike Wheels, Road Wheels, hybrid Wheels, CX/Gravel Wheels,

[RBW] WTB: Ahearne Map handlebar 61cm

A good friend is trying to locate an Ahearne Map handlebar in the 610mm (61cm) bar with the 25.4 clamp.  Let me know if you have one or a source where one might buy one. Thanks Riv bunch! Paul in Dallas . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] WTB: Ahearne Map handlebar 61cm

I should mention that Ahearne does have them in stock.  He's hoping to find a used one to save some dough.  As many of you know from experience it gets expensive trying lots of different handlebars. It will be used on his A Homer Hilsen. Thank you. Paul in Dallas  -- You received this

[RBW] Tool Fool - 27.2 seatpost solution

Thanks Laing.  I'm glad to know about this tool. I'm wondering about the pros and cons of changing a 26.8 or perhaps 26.6 which most of my bike are to a 27.2. Well, I can think of several pros...I just wouldn't want to mess the seat tube up if there are cons. Paul in Dallas  . -- You received

[RBW] Video: Vintage lugged steel mixte restoration

Eric, The SR mixture turned out really nice!Well done! Your shop is also terrific. I do my own wrenching but only dream of a well organized nice shop like yours.  I need to be inspired and get some organization going so I don't have to hunt for tools when I need them. I have a too tall 25" SR 

[RBW] Video: Vintage lugged steel mixte restoration

Of course I meant SR mixte.  Darn auto correct changed it. Paul in Dallas  . -- 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] Atypical Ride on a Riv

That really looks like a fun adventure Collin. Thanks for sharing. 14 years ago in 2008 I started a month long bicycle tour in Sacramento riding along that path by the American River and on to Folsom and then on east to meet up with a friend to ride Hwy 50 across Nevada. I still remember the

[RBW] It's my custom

Very very nice Joe! It's great to have a forum to share pics of our bikes, our rides/adventures on them, upgrades to them and all that goes with all that. Like minded people get it but most of my family and friends just roll their eyes when I start talking bikes. It's part of the joy of it for

[RBW] Riv Ride 10/15/22 reminder + pin order

Kudos to you and your son.  That's a beautiful design. I hope you are able to get them madeand that the ride is an outstanding success and enjoyed by all participants. Paul in Dallas  Just a thought...If not enough participants want one you might open it up to list and get enough people taking

[RBW] My new 2021 Rivendell CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER bicycle

Hi Kim. You really have that Clem set up nice! I think I remember you used to post on the ibob years back? I recall your name from somewhere.Maybe just on the riv list.Memory fades. Enjoy that terrific Clem and safe riding. Paul in Dallas  . -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

Craig, that is a very cool pic from an angle most wouldn't think of and showing the needling bearing headset bottom cup...that's very cool indeed. Paul in Dallas  . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] YOUR BACK SHRINKING

I see there are plenty of older folks on this list  me included. I'm in the early 70's group also. Upright bars are on all my bikes now.I've occasionally mounted drop bars with a taller stem but then switched back to upright bars. I just no longer like riding in the drops so no need for drop

[RBW] Video: Vintage lugged steel mixte restoration

Thanks John and Eric. Apologies for the delay in answering your question regarding the front derailer.Just got around to catching up on Riv list. "Is that a Suntour Compe-V high normal front derailer?" Yes, it is. I wasn't aware they had those back in the 70's. When I first got the back it

[RBW] Long ride on a Sam Hillborne

I just saw inquiry on my Sam's handlebar and stem. The bars are Sunlite North Road in the alloy version. They are also offered in a slightly heavier steel version. The stem is a bit of a Nitto dirt drop knock off I found on amazon. It works well but the name on it is laughableFito. Paul in

[RBW] Sam Build - Wish Me Luck!

Good job Jake.It turned out very very nice? Congratulations and welcome to the Sam club! How do you like riding it? Ted, your Sam also looks terrific and  Wow, that bar bar tape is stellar! Paul in Dallas  -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] 1985 Bridgestone MB-3 build and video

Eric, another nicely done build! Thank you for sharing these projects.You really excel on your video documenting of them. I'm sure the friend appreciates all the work and attention to detail you out into it. I agree on the vintage Suntour power shifters.They are terrific! It can be a challenge

[RBW] Signing up for Scary Things: Intro to Bike Mechanics

I add my congratulations on trying something new and  out of your comfort zone, especially skills that can add to your love of cycling. I've thought since first reading of your Nevada bike adventures and mechanical challenges you should try learning to work on your bikes . I guess it was

[RBW] New guy in North Carolina

Steve, I really like your Samson!Superb! It's a polished titanium frame ...right? I love shiny bikes. A  1981 Austria Daimler Puch Vent Noir is my shiny bike that shares duty with my Sam Hillborne and a few other bikes. Safe pedaling and welcome to the group. Paul in Dallas  -- You received

[RBW] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

I heard back from my friend  Jim who received and mounted the revised IRC seatpost. Here's what he said: Paul in Dallas  "Received it 2 days ago. Long ride yesterday and it is a game changer! No slippage….my Roadini is now dialed in. Can’t wait to ride it again." -- You received this

[RBW] Stolen Centurian in Portland

Bummer! I hope he recovers it. Bike in pic is a Specialized Sirrus, not a Centurion. Paul in Dallas  -- 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] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

I was recently talking with a friend here in the area also looking for a 26.8 set post with more set back for his Roadini. He decided to have Rivbike order the IRC one for him some have had issues with because he heard a Rivendell employee recently had tried one and had no issues because IRC

[RBW] Manivelle basket rack on Sam Hillborne

Thank you Brenton and Timothy for the replies. I appreciate it. It's a gorgeous day in the Dallas Texas area today so I hope to get in a nice ride on this terrific bike. Paul in Dallas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

It is fun to see the variety of builds on the Sam's. It looks like the majority have some type of upright / swept back style handlebarsalthough of course the Sam is so versatile to accommodate a road bar if preferred . If recalling correctly I saw orange, silver, light blue , green, black and a

[RBW] Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

Thanks to everyone sharing the Bike Expo info and pictures. It looks like a remarkably great time was had by all. I would love to attend one year. At one point a few years back a Custom bike show was planned for Dallas, TX but that was when all the  C_vid stuff was going on and it was cancelled.

[RBW] Texas Riv Ride Your Age Accomplished

Thank you. Nick , that's a good idea... perhaps metric equivalent next year. Paul in Dallas box_liam on Instagram  -- 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] Hello from Ireland

Nick, I add my welcome to the group greetings. >From what I understand I have ancestral connections generations backto >Scotland and Ireland. I've always wanted to visit. I'll enjoy any ride accounts and pictures you share. Paul in Dallas,TXbox_liam on Instagram  -- You received this message