[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

Having an older Hilsen and not knowing if Musa or Toyo poses a resale value conundrum. Wonder if there is a way to tell where made. Maybe the serials can do that. Not sure if RBW knows. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: (Narrow) substitute for original issue Moustache bar with curves but less reach

Justin: Just looked; very well done, and very useful. Thanks again. When I try to send $US to your account from my bank account, my bank wants to charge me 30%. Any ideas about how to pay you and not them? On Mon, Nov 19, 2018 at 4:13 PM Justin, Oakland wrote: > Oh MAN! > 1) Goto

[RBW] Re: (Narrow) substitute for original issue Moustache bar with curves but less reach

Not my app. Just a very happy user who values people tinkering for themselves and others. The creator is an iBobber tho. -J -- 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,

Re: [RBW] (Narrow) substitute for original issue Moustache bar with curves but less reach

Drew: I have been tickled by that design, but I'm afraid that it would serve even less well for this bike, with the deeper drop and greater reach. The Sparrow looks very possible. Thanks. On Mon, Nov 19, 2018 at 11:38 PM Drw wrote: > This is more what I meant. > >

[RBW] Re: Canti-Chev?

I don't know how serious you are about this but if you're really going to go to the trouble, I'd suggest instead installing studs for roller cam brakes on the mid stays and using an old Suntour brake, which are plentiful, like THIS

[RBW] ISO: Weight weenie titanium stem binder bolt

Anyone? Starting to think about a new build, and I've got a nice Pearl stem waiting for weight reduction. Whatcha got? Thanks. Patrick "hey, I could have opted for carbon fiber" Moore -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

I am sure all the MUSA/Tai/and Toyos are equal value in quality of build. Just the economies of their markets price them differently. I think RBW has always said that the build quality is the same. Paint may be another issue. My 2013blueSamTaiborne paint looked just as good as my MusaRoadeo

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

Bleriot was the first MIT Riv to get painted windows and it showed. I've never seen a good one, including the one I owned..they were all a little kludgey up close. But still gorgeous! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] In praise of fixed mountain riding

Mark: what gear do you use? And what sort of terrain -- hilly? technical? twisty? And please post the statutory photos. I love fixed riding on the road -- most of my road riding is fixed -- but when I tried fixed off road 10 or years ago (just opened my record book and at the page it opened to,

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

I consider the Toyo/Waterford frames to have equal value. They sold in the same price categories (obviously increasing as the years went on), and were built in a similar handbuilt fashion. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: (Narrow) substitute for original issue Moustache bar with curves but less reach

Justin: on more sober and mature reflection, your suggestion is entirely apt, and I will indeed check out the app. In my flippant haste, and because I'd not followed the handlebar database thread earlier, the possible utility of a look didn't hit me hard enough to sink in. I will look. Thanks,

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

Mine wasn't bad, but the paint on the fork crown got rubbed off pretty bad by the BE shifter cable. Here is my Bleriot album with some close ups: https://flic.kr/p/GiEm9C On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 4:44:26 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Bleriot was the first MIT Riv to get painted

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

I hear ya, Patrick. I used to underbike the singletrack at China Camp on my 55cm Romulus, so this should be fine for my plodding-along-slower-than-hikers style. The trick to avoiding clearance problems: fall sideways! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Winter cycling cap, wool + fleece lining; earflaps

Howard: I got stamps and put the package in the outgoing mail box, so it should be picked up today and get to you by Saturday. Thanks again. Patrick On Fri, Nov 16, 2018 at 10:33 AM Patrick Moore wrote: > Howard: You seem to have sent $25 instead of the requested $21. I will > return it via

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

My MUSA AHH had two water bottle locations, RIVENDELL stamped on the bottom bracket, dropouts and the fork ends, an a S/N of B1110X. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

Addendum, "never seen a good one" is a poor choice of words, I'm just saying the windows weren't perfect like the current bikes. Regardless that mint is gorgeous, and it has my favorite Riv name and decals. Lovely bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Canti-Chev?

:) the fact that offset vs. non offset posts are meaningful terms highlights the level of 'in over my head' experimentation here...I'm not entirely expecting this to work, but I can't see the harm in trying! Thanks Kia, I'll be in touch as soon as they come in. In terms of the rear, the

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

mine is stamped K11XXX RBW 02/595 ...which makes a lot of sense since i ordered it in october '11, and, from what i gather, k=november in waterford speak. anybody know what the second sequence of numbers means? On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 3:59:04 PM UTC-5, sameness wrote: > > My MUSA

[RBW] Re: (Narrow) substitute for original issue Moustache bar with curves but less reach

Per the bar database, it looks as if the Surly Open is the best bet, leading the Soma Sparrow by a hair. Great! Thanks again. On Mon, Nov 19, 2018 at 11:36 AM Patrick Moore wrote: > I'm trying to fine tune the bar setup on my Dahon Hon Solo. I can't use a > drop bar -- my default type and

Re: [RBW] BLUG S240 Post

Thanks, Will -- nice looking bike, and I'll bet that you find the tires delightful; I have those (well, Big Ones) on my custom Matthews. On Tue, Nov 20, 2018 at 9:33 AM Will Rivendell wrote: > HI Patrick, > I either never got your email or missed it entirely, which isn't unheard > of... > >

[RBW] Re: ISO: Weight weenie titanium stem binder bolt

All I know about stems and weight savings from my home scale: *Tech deluxe* 6cm/26.0/190 rise - *287g* *Pearl* 8cm/22.2/26.0-296g *Pearl* 8cm/ 22.2/25.4/ - 299g So if you are getting a short extension, don't be afraid to go Tech deluxe tall if you need height. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] (Narrow) substitute for original issue Moustache bar with curves but less reach

Thanks, Mark. Noted about the drop/rise. I'll play with Justin's app, decide, and report. On Tue, Nov 20, 2018 at 9:33 AM esoterica etc wrote: > Patrick, > > I just recently purchased a Soma Sparrow bar because I wanted something > moustache-y, but ultimately returned it because it was too

[RBW] In praise of fixed mountain riding

Fantastic, Mark! Great description of the active contemplative delight of fixed gear hillybiking! I just returned from my writing, coffeeing, piping romp o’er hill and dale, past ice and snow muffled gurgling streams, and on snowpack and ice trails 6” wide with the option of either snowcrete or

[RBW] Re: ISO: Weight weenie titanium stem binder bolt

Ti sounds interesting since light and no real reason not to go for Ti I guess if it is lighter, might as well. They look real nice. -- 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

[RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

Awesome. I used to Quickbeam fixed in the logging roads in the hills near my house when I lived in Oregon. It is pretty great. I agree that there's a fantastic connection to the trail, both uphill and down with a fixed gear. Not that I need a new bike... Hmm. Maybe the Quickbeam would like the

[RBW] Re: Grant's BLAHG: Gus Boots update: headbadge, etc.

Really loving the recent headbadges like the roadini, gus boots, and the one with the rocket. On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 4:43:26 PM UTC-8, dougP wrote: > > Plus lots of good info on trail riding. The sorts of things that make > sense but I've kinda forgotten: > >

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

My guess: K= month 11= year XXX= ___th day of year triple digits makes sense in November Guess on second set of numbers: How many Grant paid for so far/out of # made for him  Just kidding! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] In praise of fixed mountain riding

Hi Mark, My go to beater, “I really need a ride” bike is a Peugeot city express mixte set up fixed with high origin8 Gary 2 ergo bars. Shaved rocket Rons and fenders and hideous looking green bar tape, it is just plain fun on dirt roads and trails. No real single track for me. I also had a

[RBW] Re: Everything is Tickety-boo

Whew, glad he put on a helmet for the second part. Wouldn't want any impressionable minds to get the wrong idea about cycling. With the bike bags & knapsack, I think he's headed out on a S24O. dougP On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 6:46:31 PM UTC-8, James Warren wrote: > > >

[RBW] Grant's BLAHG: Gus Boots update: headbadge, etc.

Plus lots of good info on trail riding. The sorts of things that make sense but I've kinda forgotten: https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/pre-thanksgiving Also, Silver2 shifter is getting oh-so-close, and should be perfect for Gus Boots. dougP -- You received this

[RBW] Everything is Tickety-boo

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Re: [RBW] Re: Canti-Chev?

Whatevs! Once the bike stops abruptly, I get a new one. End of story. Adjustments are for chiropractritractors -Kai BKNY On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 10:20:13 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 11/20/18 10:09 PM, Kainalu V. wrote: > > And cantilevers (or the slightly more mixte

Re: [RBW] Re: Canti-Chev?

But of course I kid, adjust those pads folks! On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 10:20:13 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 11/20/18 10:09 PM, Kainalu V. wrote: > > And cantilevers (or the slightly more mixte friendly V-brakes) > > eventually jam into ones spokes and make one fly through

Re: [RBW] Re: Canti-Chev?

On 11/20/18 10:09 PM, Kainalu V. wrote: And cantilevers (or the slightly more mixte friendly V-brakes) eventually jam into ones spokes and make one fly through the air! But that bridge will get crossed when it wanders through only if you don't maintain the bike properly by adjusting the

[RBW] FS: roadrunner bags frame bag / wedge

This is a gray x-pac version of this https://roadrunnerbags.us/products/wedge Apparently you can’t get it in x-pac anymore, but I paid extra for it. It’s never been ridden with or had anything inside of it. So basically new. Has a port for a water bladder hose and one main compartment.

[RBW] Re: Canti-Chev?

And cantilevers (or the slightly more mixte friendly V-brakes) eventually jam into ones spokes and make one fly through the air! But that bridge will get crossed when it wanders through -Kai BKNY On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 5:58:36 PM UTC-5, lambbo wrote: > > :) the fact that offset vs.

[RBW] Re: Grant's BLAHG: Gus Boots update: headbadge, etc.

Yeah, I liked the info on Mongol saddles and their function. Not sure Ghengis Khan is quite the tolerant ruler Grant paints him out to be, I can't find my *Great Big Book of Horrible Things,* but the NY Time graphic

[RBW] Grey grid gone forever?

In banana sax? Notice they are out and no email update available for when restocking. I notice the price rose $14 too. I emailed but no reply. Anyone heard? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Everything is Tickety-boo

"Introducing the Skulllville A. Rudy KiplingsEn" Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 8:29:59 PM UTC-8, dougP wrote: > > Whew, glad he put on a helmet for the second part. Wouldn't want any > impressionable minds to get the wrong idea about cycling. > -- You

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

>From Waterford: “Waterford streamlined the serial numbers to the last three components of the self-describing serial number: Month Code: This one letter code corresponds to the month with A=January, B=Febuary and so on. Because I is not used, September=J and December=M. Year Code: This two

[RBW] Re: Grant's BLAHG: Gus Boots update: headbadge, etc.

Here's a sneak peak I found in tires. https://www.rivbike.com/products/tire-schwalbe-g-one-allround-tire -- 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: Hunqapillar

Great Hunqa, Joe! Don’t rule it out for single track fun. The larger frame may actually feel excellent on the trail, and the need for uber standover clearence is grosely exagerated in my experience. With abandon, Patrick, who rides a 62 Hunqabeam and 66 Quickbeam everywhere a bike can go and

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

I'm pretty sure Riv knows where the serial number was made. I had a question about my Hunqapillar and when I gave Keven (remember Keven?) the serial number he told me it was Toyo made (and, to my delight, that "those are special bikes") -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Canti-Chev?

Lucky for Lambbo, he's got a spare fork that we'll be able to fire at, limiting canti stopping to the front. In the broader view of attaching cantis to the tail end of cheviots and step throughs of all kinds, yeah, what a pain. The only thing I'm left wondering is whether or not we'll need

[RBW] Re: new tires for my Homer

Alan, I've run the Cazaderos, albeit in a 700x50 blend, and absolutely love them. Durable, but roll better than they have any right to considering the knobs. Surprisingly little road noise, and they're great on dirt or gravel. I've also been very happy with my WTB Horizons. They're not as

[RBW] 2011 homer hilsen derailer clamp diameter

howdy folks maybe a silly question, but here goes--i don't have a set of calipers and am looking for a new front derailer for my homer. i'm pretty sure the tube diameter is Φ28.6mm but want to be sure. i looked over the cyclofiend site but am not 100% clear. input appreciated! thanks paul

[RBW] 2011 homer hilsen derailer clamp diameter

Yes, your 2011 Hilsen needs a 28.6mm front derailleur clamp diameter. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito Ca -- 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: (Narrow) substitute for original issue Moustache bar with curves but less reach

Have you noticed that if you select the Crust Towel Rack, Poppi's face is in the background? I just cracked up at work. What a nice little easter egg. On Monday, November 19, 2018 at 3:13:16 PM UTC-8, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > Oh MAN! > 1) Goto http://whatbars.com > 2) Select Nitto Mustache >

[RBW] In praise of fixed mountain riding

Just recently I built up an old 80’s RockHopper frame that had been relegated to the darkest corner of the garage into a fixed MTB. It had been a trusty geared commuter for a long time until some neer-do-well’ers decided to make it the object of their misplaced teenage angst. Both wheels were

[RBW] Re: Tektro CR720 Spring

I have a spring but not sure which one. This is the one that came off the rear brake. The one on the front brake broke. On Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 10:41:17 AM UTC-5, Dave Grossman wrote: > > Anyone have a spare left handed spring for a set of Tektro CR720s in their > parts bin? I

Re: [RBW] (Narrow) substitute for original issue Moustache bar with curves but less reach

Patrick, I just recently purchased a Soma Sparrow bar because I wanted something moustache-y, but ultimately returned it because it was too narrow for my liking. For perspective, I have a 710 Jones bar on my mountain bike and love how wide it is. So the Sparrow might be exactly what you’re

Re: [RBW] BLUG S240 Post

HI Patrick, I either never got your email or missed it entirely, which isn't unheard of... Like others have said, It's a Rosco Bubbe MT Mixte with 2.25 G-One Allround tires. -will On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 5:57:30 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I sent an email to Will asking that

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

dropouts on my ~2011 homer are stamped RIVENDELL. can get back to you on the serial later. i always thought it was waterford made, but i guess i'm not 100% sure. how can i find out? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

My 65cm AHH says RIVENDELL M# It's a 2012 frame IIRC. On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 11:27:46 AM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > First two characters please. Thanks. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

Joe, How did you like those Serfas Drifter tires on your new Hunq? Thnx! John -- 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] Re: Hunqapillar

The 54cm Hunq is/was a 700c bike. At least mine is. John -- 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

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

The older 54cm Hunq is/was a 700c bike. At least mine is. John -- 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] Re: Hunqapillar

John: It was only one short ride so I can't say much about them. They're *really* tall and I don't need all that volume, so I've already transferred them to a Bianchi Project-5 I'm going to put on Craigslist. If I ever finish it! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

Love the Hunqs! I'm having a hard time eye-balling the wheels on that model. Are they 26"? Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”* Educator: Professional Portfolio

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

700c for the 54. The 2016 updates - boy, that didn't last long, eh? - were 53 and 56cm frames with 650B/27.5. -- 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