[RBW] Re: Bags like the Grabsack?

Kate posted a Ron’s Bike Fanny pack for sale. It’s roomy! https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/x7XI-CGdlDk/m/p4FQEBNpDgAJ Roberta On Monday, January 9, 2023 at 5:12:54 PM UTC-5 Michael Ullmer wrote: > Hi all, wondering if anyone has any recommendations for bags like the Riv > Grabsac

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags like the Grabsack?

Michael, if you like the Swift Ardea pack, their larger hip pack, the Anchor is now on sale for $84, which is a pretty sweet deal.When I ride with a hip pack, the one I use is the Farsik Hip Pack Pro, which is supposed to be 4L, but it doesn’t feel like it. It’s designed very much like the Swift An

[RBW] Re: Bags like the Grabsack?

I've been using the Ardea bag from Swift which is near perfect for me, expect in the winter when a few extra accessories are needed. I use it everyday for bike and non-bike use. Ideally, I'd find a bag that this one fits into. Maybe I'll give a Grabsack another try, i think it'd be big enough t

[RBW] Re: Bags like the Grabsack?

I bought two fifth season squall sacks, and I am impressed by their quality and simplicity. You could get a grab sack and have one of the many outdoor gear repair companies modify it. There's a lot of cross pollination and up cycling going on. On Monday, January 9, 2023 at 9:23:25 PM UTC-6 Bi

[RBW] Re: Bags like the Grabsack?

Michael, ditto on the Acorn Basket Bag. While I use a Swift Sugarloaf myself, I have a buddy who has an Acorn basket bag and loves it. (Somewhat smaller than my Sugarloaf, I think.) I am a long-time fan of Acorn and their business model - American cottage industry and pure perfection on their w

[RBW] Re: Bags like the Grabsack?

Mike, I've always admired the bags from Tom Bihn . Never had one and not a bike specific maker; but, there are lots of options in the crossbody and shoulder bag section. Huston Lexington, KY On Monday, January 9, 2023 at 5:12:54 PM UTC-5 Michael Ullmer wrote: > Hi a

[RBW] Re: Bags for Sale

Hi Andy, is the Carradice still available? Mine just got nabbed off my bike so I'm in the market for just that bag! My email is mandystrenz gmail com if you need it. On Friday, February 7, 2020 at 1:58:05 PM UTC-5, Andy L wrote: > > Hi all, > I've tried a few different ways of carrying stuff on

[RBW] Re: Bags for Sale

This Google Groups thing will drive ya crazy, Cody. Another avenue is go to the bottom of your mobile page and click Desktop. Now you'll see a drop-down menu for reply options on the post you want to send to, click Reply To Author. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Bags for Sale

Thank you Joe! I did not know that. So it is showing up normal on my screen because I am the one that wrote it? Andy my email is: codyjbartz gmail com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Bags for Sale

Cody, you'll need to post your email here without @ and . so the whole address will show. Like so: joeremi62 gmail 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 a

[RBW] Re: Bags for Sale

Hello Andy, Could you please send photos and any additional info you may have for the Baggins Hobo and Tube bags? My email is codyjba...@gmail.com Thank you! Cody -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

[RBW] Re: Bags! Revelate, Rapha, Rockgeist, Jones

Jones sold. Revelate sold. Rockgeist and Rapha still available. On Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 9:48:51 AM UTC-5, lukeheller wrote: > > $5 off everything. Help me consolidate trips to the post office. > Jones bag sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Bags Sold

As a suggestion for Eric and all sellers, a "sold" note placed in the original for sale posting elimnates the confusion as to whether or not it is still for sale, and to what a separate "items sold" post was referring to. Someone coming along later could see the for sale post and still thin

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

Oh I'm all too familiar with that. It's why I've bought 5 Rivs from them. On Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 5:55:36 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Phil, the rule with Riv (and anyone, really), is if you like what you see > and think you may use it, buy, cause it’s only there while it’s there. And

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

I was holding off buying racks until my new Atlantis gets here in a few weeks and really wanted to purchase a Nitto Mark's Hub Area Rack WITH hoop. It looks like the are indeed gone. Please PM me if anyone has one they would be willing to sell. Thx. Jan -- You received this message because yo

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

Patrick the Deacon is correct, which is why I bought the HARs now. I wasn't real happy with the front-loading situation on my Cheviot and hadn't really decided what my next step was going to be, then I noticed HAR in the Garage Sale section at Rivbike. Am I definitely totally sure this is the be

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

Phil, the rule with Riv (and anyone, really), is if you like what you see and think you may use it, buy, cause it’s only there while it’s there. And with a small company, the multidirectional forces impacting product decisions can change quickly and have a bigger impact than with larger companie

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

I may have to wait Just got 2 banana sax, and a nitto deluxe stem. Hopefully around when I get to it. On Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 12:51:08 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Phil, you can still get the non-hoop HAR, then wait for the bags to show > up here or Ebay. I'm putting Ortliebs on mi

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

Phil, you can still get the non-hoop HAR, then wait for the bags to show up here or Ebay. I'm putting Ortliebs on mine. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

Oh dang, I had no idea. Looks like I lost out again On Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 11:04:56 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Both discontinued. Riv is cutting way back on projects that are kinda > creative and interesting, but don't seem to sell. I presume Grant is tired > of hearing that his stuf

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

Both discontinued. Riv is cutting way back on projects that are kinda creative and interesting, but don't seem to sell. I presume Grant is tired of hearing that his stuff is nifty, but "golly gosh it's so expensive!" -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Bags for Hub Area Racks

Are HAR racks and bags no longer being made? I have been waiting for them to come back in stock for olive green. -- 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: Bags for light touring on my Cheviot - Sackville BackaBike

I am a big fan of these bags. If you think you might have a reason to take them on and off frequently on the trip, I would say look elsewhere. If you need huge amounts of room, or like lots of different pockets and dividers and such, don't get 'em. If you get bad luck and it rains hours on end

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags

Yes. It also you to secure your bag to the tombstone. Some current Nitto racks have done away with it. dougP On Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 9:02:04 AM UTC-7, Roberta wrote: > > Mark, > > What is a tombstone? Is it that small "uplift" at the end of the rack, so > that your items don't shift

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags

Mark, What is a tombstone? Is it that small "uplift" at the end of the rack, so that your items don't shift into your seatpost? Roberta On Monday, March 20, 2017 at 11:02:57 PM UTC-4, Dave Johnston wrote: > ... I > would recommend a rear rack without a "tombstone" for compatibility > with a

[RBW] Re: Bags

Hi All, Thanks again for the feedback. The final outcome was that I ended up ordering a Nitto R-14. I picked up some dutch triple straps to serve my cargo carrying needs until I can order my medium saddle bag. I think I'll be happier having that rack for support. Tim On Sunday, March 19, 2017

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The marks rack is kinda heavy, expensive and not that sturdy for the 4lb weight limit it has. Why not just put a Tubus Vega or a cheap aluminum rack on for max carrying versatility and 40 lb capacity. I would recommend a rear rack without a "tombstone" for compatibility with a Sackville. Two that c

[RBW] Re: Bags

Great advice as always. Thank you all. After giving this some more thought today I asked myself "why not install a rear rack?" I came to the conclusion that a Mark's rack installed on the rear would be perfect in conjunction with the medium Sackville. Now I just need to wait for RIv to have the

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags

It is reckless to go rackless in some situations... -- 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: Bags

with a 72cm saddle height and 700c wheels the Med was banging on the fender while empty. I wasn't comfortable with that so installed a rack. I don't know how much weight a plastic SKS fender will support. -Dave On Sunday, March 19, 2017 at 8:47:32 AM UTC-4, Broccoli Cog wrote: > > Hi everyone,

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags

Rackless, that should say. Autocorrect 🙄 Sent from my iPad > On Mar 19, 2017, at 9:41 PM, LeahFoy wrote: > > I have a medium and wish I'd gone large! You never know when your reckless, > bagless friend will need you to carry his stuff! 😉 > > -- > You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: Bags

I have a medium and wish I'd gone large! You never know when your reckless, bagless friend will need you to carry his stuff! 😉 -- 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] Re: Bags

I'd go with medium over small. It is doubtful that you'll regret having extra room. There will be occasions when you will need it. In addition the extra room allows one not to worry too much about how the bag is loaded. I'm a fan of the medium. I also have a large which is huge. On Sunday, Marc

[RBW] Re: Bags

I'd definitely go Sackville medium. The Sackville bags are incredibly nice-- almost TOO nice if that's possible. Carradice makes some nice bags but no comparison to the quality of Sackville. That's not a criticism of Carradice. I have both and am happy with both. Cheers! Chris -- You receive

[RBW] Re: Bags

You say "that limits me to the Small or the Medium Sackville," but that assumes that you're limiting yourself to Sackville bags. I use large and medium Saddlesacks with a rack, and don't think I'd like them without a rack to support them---I think they'd sag too much for my liking (but apparen

[RBW] Re: Bags

The Medium Saddlesack is pretty much a perfect bag... I love it and found one for my wife as well. Based on trying to fit hers on a 52cm Clementine w/ the seatpost at its lowest point I will point out that you need a good ~10"+ to make the most use out of its size. Not a problem for most but i

[RBW] Re: Bags

Thanks All, I went out for a ride today where I do my best thinking. A medium absolutely makes the most sense. Great feedback. I appreciate you guys. On Sunday, March 19, 2017 at 1:47:01 PM UTC-4, RichS wrote: > > The medium is such a nice size. You can easily strap more on top when you > fill

[RBW] Re: Bags

The medium is such a nice size. You can easily strap more on top when you fill up the inside. I first bought a large but it was too big for most of my needs (also use baskets up front) so I swapped it out for the medium. Regards, Richard On Sunday, March 19, 2017 at 8:47:32 AM UTC-4, Broccoli

[RBW] Re: Bags

Yeah the medium is huge. Bigger than a caradice camper, as I recall. Great for camping. In my experience, much more enjoyable with a rack or support underneath it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this g

[RBW] Re: Bags

Tim +1 on the Medium. Without a rack, the frame size limits the HEIGHT of the saddle bag. You do not it to contact the rear wheel. Fenders are great to prevent that. Measure the height in the rear. I use 21" frames (53.3cm) with fenders and a 70.5cm SH, and can fit a Schwiin Model 00-015

[RBW] Re: Bags

Hi Michael, There is another (San Francisco) Clayton. I am the Bend Clayton. I am not selling these, as I have physical issues (numb hands) which makes sewing frustrating, difficult and slow. (The Stuinniker BP took me five days to make). If the demand is there, I might make up some patterns fo

[RBW] Re: BAGS FOR SALE

? NO INTEREST ? On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 5:25:10 PM UTC-4, Charlie wrote: > > > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

They also just released some black canvas ones this AM, I hear these sell out quickly, within hours. On Mon, Apr 27, 2015 at 9:23 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > One more saddlebag option- all Acorn saddlebags, but especially the Large > bag are designed to ride very tall above the rear wheel. > http://acor

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

One more saddlebag option- all Acorn saddlebags, but especially the Large bag are designed to ride very tall above the rear wheel. http://acorn-bag.myshopify.com/collections/all/products/large-saddlebag On Sunday, April 26, 2015 at 7:38:05 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > I still think the Nitto R12

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Wandering around the Internets, I stumbled across this. Might work for you. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2011/01/small-racks-are-nice-too.html On Friday, April 24, 2015 at 9:31:32 AM UTC-7, Ginz wrote: > > I'm curious to know which bags small frame owners. My saddle height on > the Hunq is low e

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

I still think the Nitto R12 is the answer to her original question. https://www.benscycle.com/p-4354-nitto-r12-rear-bag-supporter.aspx On my go-fast bike I use the discontinued Acorn tubular bag for all my roadside - it's only open on the roadside, but carries fold-up, 2 tubes, flat kit (Sta

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

How much stuff do you carry for a day ride and how do you want to access that stuff? You could just use a smallish to medium front bag and medium rear bag. rear for repair stuff and things you dont access, front for stuff you access. But really, it depends on how you ride and how you want to use

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Well, chore loads can use other containers, too. But rack + panniers is a good choice precisely because it's flexible: 2500 ci, or nothing, or anything in between. For daytrips I can use a single small Packer Sport. That said, on bikes that aren't used regularly for bulky or heavy loads, I prefer

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

fyi Racktime is just the Tubus value line. Same company. -- 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 p

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Add helicopter tape under the straps; it's clear. Also I have a frame bag that hangs off the top tube; they come in sizes. Works great! On Friday, April 24, 2015 at 11:20:05 AM UTC-7, Ginz wrote: > > Thanks for all the great suggestions! > > I had a Viva for a minute but my thoughts were that it

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Late on the thread here, but I have a 46, 50, and 51 Riv's all with squeezy space for saddle bags. Carradice Barley can really tuck in there and hold a good amount. I've also found the marks mini to be really really adjustable and I bet one could angle it to fit its tombstone under the seat. +

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

there are loads and there are loads - all of my bikes have roadside necessities permanent on the bike. Chore loads require panniers, but not daytrip loads. On Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 10:12:02 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > +1 for this sensible statement, and +1 for rack + pannier(s).

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

+1 for this sensible statement, and +1 for rack + pannier(s). Having used many if not most of the saddlebags out there, as well as any number of pannier types, I've always come back to rack + panniers for any serious loading. If you need a rack for a bag anyway, panniers give you at once the most v

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

dry line pushed through - even with shuttling my daughter to wrestling training, we'll get in a couple of rides this weekend before the rain resumes tomorrow afternoon got those shots of the Ostrich bag and Nitto R12 - complicated by a Nitto wire guard around the canti brake cable (and tough lig

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Sometimes you have to accept geometry. It determines what works. In low saddle cases, seat bags do not work and you should simply move to other solutions. I'd recommend a lightweight Tubus rack and an Ortlieb pannier. I am 5'6", riding the biggest Riv I can fit, a 53 Atlantis. The rack and pan

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Front bag is a great idea on a low-trail bike. My recent bike is without low trail, used a 7-l Ostrich saddle bag (boxy 10 x 10 x 7) and it works great with a Nitto R12 bag support - I think the same setup would work nicely on a small frame for a rear bag. Raining today - maybe I can get a pho

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Why not an RBW Sackville Bar Sack for the handlebars? Then you don't need anything on the back end of the 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Short frames here - 51cm Bleriot, equiv small custom Sweetpea, both running 650b wheels. Bleriot always had a rack, so the Carradice Barley worked "ok" Sweetpea has a Carradice Bagman. I bent it up a bit. I know you don't want a rack, but the Racktime Fold-it is really quick on/off, if you only

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

I have a Revelate Sweetroll on my Jones Loop bars too. It's excellent. I too use a large pocket. But for grocery shopping and around town, my preference is a rack and a saddlebag. So very, very much easier to use. So, to review, I have and use all three systems: Revelate Pika: Good for camping,

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

I ride short frames (48 hunq, 51 Sam) and also have this issue and haven't really found a good bag. Tried the carradice barley, rivendell saddlesacks, some velo orange bag, ultimately i decided having a front rack with a bag or basket is preferable, and will put a small tool bag under the saddle

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Not on a Bullmoose bar, but mounted a Sweetroll to the Jones Loop bars on my fat bike. It works very well, especially with an add-on pocket (I

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Fwiw, the size 45 mtb shoes go in and out easily. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 24, 2015, at 12:34 PM, bertin...@gmail.com wrote: > > The Pika is not as convenient as a Nelson or Sackville; the load space is > essentially a tube. But if you pack smart -- pull out the lock you'll need > mid ride

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Hmm...all food for thought! Has anyone tried the Revelate Sweetroll on a Bull Moose bar? > -- 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-bunc

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

The Pika is not as convenient as a Nelson or Sackville; the load space is essentially a tube. But if you pack smart -- pull out the lock you'll need mid ride so it's not at the bottom -- it's OK; better IMO than dragging on the tire or needing a strap around the middle. Sent from my iPhone > O

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Ginz, what about the current rack(s?) from Rivendell that have no tombstone? That would open up all kinds of options for grocery getting, including a medium or large SaddleSack or panniers. With abandon, Patrick (the other one, who also doesn't ride small bikes, so I'm spitballing here, which i

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

I own a Revelate Pika, and tried to use it on a randonnee on my Roadeo. I hated it for the purpose. It's difficult to load and unload, and whatever you want is always on the bottom so you have to unpack everything to get to it. I would find the Pika a complete non-starter for groceries. IMO, a Pika

Re: [RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

I have the same problem on my Surly Krampus. I'm not that small, but the bike wheel is that big. Even a Revelate Pika doesn't work for me. I'm using a little Nitto R-10 rack. I'd rather use no rack, but I can't find any bag that works with no rack. On Fri, Apr 24, 2015 at 10:46 AM, sean wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

Thanks for all the great suggestions! I had a Viva for a minute but my thoughts were that it was so heavy, I may has well put a rear rack on there. Frame bags are interesting though I hear they rub off the frame's paint. That wouldn't bother me on a battle machine but, on the Hunq, not sure I

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

I used to ride a 50cm Rambouillet and used a Viva saddlebag support for my Carradice lowsaddle longflap. Kept the bag off the rear tire nicely. It mounts to the seatpost and I'm thinking it may be smaller than the Carradice Bagman support. Sean ATX -- You received this message because you a

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

I have the same problem with my 54cm Hunq, especially w/ large tires, unless I use a tiny saddlebag. I wanted to use a large (11 liters) Swift Industries Zeitgeist saddlebag, so when I mounted a Mark's rack in back, I tilted the platform to fit the tombstone under the saddle. And now the back

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

I've got a 48cm Hunqapillar (70-cm saddle height). Rackless, I can use the Saddlesack small. I have to wrap an Irish strap around it to keep it off the tire. Here's a pic: https://www.flickr.com/photos/stakx/10216505583/in/set-72157634163491121 I think the latest Nitto R-14 rack is tombstone-le

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

carradice has a "lowsaddle" bag. ive never seen or used one, but the name implies some connection to this issue. also, what about a frame bag? im coming around to them, especially on trail bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] Re: Bags and Racks for Sale

Small bag sold. On Monday, November 17, 2014 9:41:35 AM UTC-5, Tom M wrote: > > Here are more accessible photos: > > > > On Monday, November 17, 2014 7:47:06 AM UTC-5, Tom M wrote: >> >> Sale pending on small saddle bag. >> --Tom >> >> On Sunday, November 16, 2014 10:18:41 PM UTC-5, Tom M wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Bags and Racks for Sale

Sale pending on small saddle bag. --Tom On Sunday, November 16, 2014 10:18:41 PM UTC-5, Tom M wrote: > > Nigel Smythe tweed front bag, good condition, with some wear on the > underside, $100 > Mark's rack, used, $100 > Nigel Smythe canvas saddle bag; this was actually made the wrong size, so >

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

Excellent data point. That TrunkSack appears to be under pressure. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/H7PFhet

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Hi...more butting in...I wanted to show the same setup on a 50cm AHH: https://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/428418_488364947846814_1240274875_n.jpg On Wednesday, June 20, 2012 11:35:54 AM UTC-4, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > > @Tony... please pardon my butting in... > > I think whether the

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

Tony, Thomas said it pretty well: it depends on stem and head tube height. Here are a couple of photos of the bag on my 61cm Atlantis with a Big Front Rack. http://www.flickr.com/photos/58674468@N00/7411091550/ http://flic.kr/p/chTNW5 You could probably squeeze a loafer in there. I've pu

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

Heh heh... On our campouts he uses that support to carry his own sleeping bag and the bag for his own knick-knacks. And in the case of that picture I think he had the week's sandwich meat from the deli; we had just gotten back from a big shopping trip. Bikes are great! Yours, Thomas Lynn Ske

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

Thomas, many thanks for weighing in with your thoughts and experiences. I really liked the photo that you attached because it illustrates exactly what I was originally inquiring about---good stuff! It's nice to see that this combination may work is you've got enough height to play with. While h

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

@Tony... please pardon my butting in... I think whether the Baggins HbarBag and Li'l Loafer work together or not is (practically speaking) sensitive to stem-versus-rack height. With a big frame and/or a tall stem, it can work. I have both a big frame (60cm Hillborne) and a tall stem and the "m

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

Hi Tim, I wanted to ask what your thoughts were on the Baggins HbarBag. Did having the rack attached to the handlebar interfere while riding? Are there any particular features that you really like about the bag? Not sure if you did this, but could you attach the Baggins bag AND a Lil' Loafer at

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

Baggins Barbag sold. that's everything. thanks, tim On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 5:22:46 PM UTC-6, tim becker wrote: > > and the Nigel Smythe Seat pouch is sold. > > The only thing left is the Baggins HbarBag. > > thanks, > tim > > > On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 2:12:04 PM UTC-6, tim becker wrote: >>

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

and the Nigel Smythe Seat pouch is sold. The only thing left is the Baggins HbarBag. thanks, tim On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 2:12:04 PM UTC-6, tim becker wrote: > > Hey all, > > Need to clear out some stuff: all prices include paypal and shipping to > the US (48) photos of (almost) everythin

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

You guys move fast. Sugino PX cranks and Pari Motos are sold. thanks, tim On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 2:12:04 PM UTC-6, tim becker wrote: > > Hey all, > > Need to clear out some stuff: all prices include paypal and shipping to > the US (48) photos of (almost) everything here: > https://picasa

[RBW] Re: Bags n stuff for sale

Mitch and all, Lil' Loafer is sold. Sorry. Thanks, Tim On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 2:56:17 PM UTC-6, Mitch Browne wrote: > > Tim, > > I'm interested in the lil loafer. > > Is it tan? From the picture it's hard to tell. > > I have a tan on my Atlantis. Thanks. > > Mitch > San Luis Obispo, CA >

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Tim, I'm interested in the lil loafer. Is it tan? From the picture it's hard to tell. I have a tan on my Atlantis. Thanks. Mitch San Luis Obispo, CA On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 1:12:04 PM UTC-7, tim becker wrote: > > Hey all, > > Need to clear out some stuff: all prices include paypal and shi

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quick update: Acorn bag is sold. thanks, Tim On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 2:12:04 PM UTC-6, tim becker wrote: > > Hey all, > > Need to clear out some stuff: all prices include paypal and shipping to > the US (48) photos of (almost) everything here: > https://picasaweb.google.com/1026626351428

[RBW] Re: Bags, bags for sale . . .

The Brand V Boxy Bar Bag is spoken for (payment pending). -- fm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/t6WgLds0o_kJ. To post to this group

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Hi all, I just recently cranked out a prototype handlebar bag for my GF's Sam Hillborne. A little V-day present (Shhh!) The blog is nascent to say the least, but I put some pictures up of the process. The blog will actually get used later this year when we ride cross country, so hopefully I can

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Thanks Thomas. If I ever do I'll let you know. On Feb 10, 10:16 am, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > Those are some cool panniers. If you ever consider making a set in a > sort of Etsy way, let me know off-list. I've no idea how much you > might charge for something like that, so maybe it's really som

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Ely I'm going to have to take some time and browse that blog of yours. On Feb 10, 12:45 pm, Ely Rodriguez wrote: > Here's some I'm working > on.http://bagsbyelyinsf.blogspot.com/2011/01/next-step-8-5-5-randonneur-... > > On Feb 10, 11:16 am, Thomas Lynn Skean > wrote: > > > Those are some cool

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Here's some I'm working on. http://bagsbyelyinsf.blogspot.com/2011/01/next-step-8-5-5-randonneur-handlebar.html On Feb 10, 11:16 am, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > Those are some cool panniers. If you ever consider making a set in a > sort of Etsy way, let me know off-list. I've no idea how much you

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Those are some cool panniers. If you ever consider making a set in a sort of Etsy way, let me know off-list. I've no idea how much you might charge for something like that, so maybe it's really something I could never afford. But I'd sure be interested in finding out. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean On

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I don't have a pattern. I might have one when I'm done but I'll be working in leather and the pattern will be a bit different then working with fabric, fabric requiring a seem allowance. Some of my previous work - http://www.flickr.com/photos/neutralbuoyancy/5186305627/in/set-72157607896493013/ ht

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Speaking of bags, does anyone make a saddlebag of about the same capacity as the Junior that will attach nicely to the rails of a saddle without Brooks loops? (I do know about the bolt on loops but I hate them. The VO ones are far, far FAR better than the diabolic Cyclo loops, though, whose only me

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Very fun project. I'd love to make bag such as this. Do you have a pattern (or will you have a pattern when you're done)? Thanks, ~carrie On Tue, Feb 8, 2011 at 12:03 PM, grrlyrida wrote: > If I had unlimited funds, I would love to get a Guu. They're some of > my favorite bag. But Riv has a sho

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If I had unlimited funds, I would love to get a Guu. They're some of my favorite bag. But Riv has a shopsack and that's one of my other favorite practical bags. On Feb 7, 11:14 pm, Benedikt wrote: > So I'm thinking about making a new bag for my front rack.  I'd like to > finish it by Chilly Hilly

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Blgh! Not enough scrap leather in the house. On Feb 7, 11:14 pm, Benedikt wrote: > So I'm thinking about making a new bag for my front rack.  I'd like to > finish it by Chilly Hilly (however that only gives me three weeks) if > I do.  I'm thinking a design similar to these > -http:/

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Email sent re Zimbale On Sep 29, 11:04 pm, franklyn wrote: > sent you an email about the swift industries bag > > On Sep 29, 4:39 pm, dirk pitt wrote: > > > > > 1. Zimbale 11 liter saddle bag green. $85.00 > > 2. Mission Workshop Rummy Messenger Bag green. $100.00 > > 3. Swift Industries rack ba

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sent you an email about the swift industries bag On Sep 29, 4:39 pm, dirk pitt wrote: > 1. Zimbale 11 liter saddle bag green. $85.00 > 2. Mission Workshop Rummy Messenger Bag green. $100.00 > 3. Swift Industries rack bag for Cetma 5rail rack  brown/blue . > $100.00 > > Bags are in great shape. Us

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