[RBW] Re: FS: Sam Hillborne 62cm Black and Cream

Good evening Scott, interested in the Sam. Curious what your inseam/PBH is? I currently am riding a 60 Bombadil and am a little worried that this may be too big. Thanks! On Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 9:56:15 PM UTC-5, scott minor wrote: > > price drop to 875 for group members. Also now

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Sam Hillborne - Green, Double TT

Jon curious if the Sam has been sold? Also inseam/PBH? I am tall 6'3 but shorter inseam 32". Thanks -- 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: FS: 60cm Sam Hillborne - Green, Double TT

Thanks Jon. Was hoping it would work out regarding fit. Good luck w the sale -- 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: FS: 60cm Sam Hillborne - Green, Double TT

Jon need to check my PBH. Just noticed the geometry chart, got so wrapped up in the bike that I forgot to compare! I'm currently riding a 60cm Bombadil and it fits. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Roast your own coffee?

Patrick-a gentleman that I know in the Catskills roasts his beans on his gas grill w a rotisserie. There are several videos on his website, Fosterbilt coffee. He also rides some great bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] N minus 2 plus 1

Good evening, my name is Dave and I have a problem, which it appears that many others here do as well! I am reviewing my stable and find that I have ended up building four of essentially the same bike.first, a Gen 1 Fargo, fits great, with dirt drops, and spare wheel set with knobbies, the

[RBW] Re: Roadini!

I'm in for a blue 61. Dave was very helpful sizing off my Bombadil specs -- 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] WTB: Bosco Bullmoose? (either width will do)

Bryan may have a set at home. Haven't used them for a while but will confirm that they are bull moose and not regular Bosco. Will post photos later for you. They need a home -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] N minus 2 plus 1

Thanks for the input. One thing to throw into the mix is that I am 6'3 and 260..even w losing a third of my former self.so not sure if I am going to break things. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] N minus 2 plus 1

Thanks everyone for the thoughts. Indeed the Fargo and Troll are for sale. Bill I am curious why you suggested the Sam or AHH instead of the Roadini, as I am starting to think that 33's are a little small for a wide man..even given Riv's assurance that it will be fine.the mental me has

[RBW] Roadini Sizes

Jim I don't need one either...and should be buying a Sam.but I put a deposit on a 61 blue. According to Dave at Riv the next size down was 57. -- 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: Riv selection question

As always thank you for your time and thoughtful responses. I seem to have missed the obvious option, again... which was to try smaller tires on the Riv. I am so mentally locked into " breaking and flatting" that I keep the big apples on both riv and Fargo w the jones running maxxus 29 by

[RBW] Riv selection question

I appreciate everyone's help earlier this month solving the elusive n-1 equation. As mentioned I currently have a Bombadil for around town path and related usage. Not as it was designed as I have the Jones for that heavier duty riding as a mountain/ trail bike. The responses got me thinking

[RBW] Riv Spotting

Saw the same photo. Look up @tinysuitcase and @pfephoto on instagram. Thinks that is theirs -- 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: OT: Lennard Zinn documents heart problem

Poster child for this same issue and response. Cut carbs and sugar to lose weight last year, glucose BP cholesterol dropped precipitously within a month and lost 140 pounds in a year from my year of drying out. I have slowly tried to add some carbs back into my diet but my digestive system

[RBW] Re: Who's the person on here that makes front rando bags (and others)?

Waxwing bag did a nice front bag for my Bombadil Waxwingbag.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

[RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met

Lum-speaking solely for myself, and I am not a doctor, variety remains the spice of life. I used low carb/ sugar and most importantly portion control to lose the weight. I still stay low carb for most meals but I do not deny myself anything in moderation and infrequently. For instance I quit

Re: [RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met

First Bill congrats. Second thank you for pointing me to the Sam for my go fast build, it’s in its way I took the paleo/EBDJ to heart a little over a year ago. I was type 2 diabetic w A1C of almost 9. Did t even know I was a mess. Cholesterol of 234. Went off carbs sugar processed food and

Re: [RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met

Lum-speaking only for myself here. If I overdo and go out of ketosis I dry out from the meal and put myself back in within a few days. I have tried cheat days throwing in burgers fries coke for lunch once a week, without any weirdness to my glucose readings which is one of those data points

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

Steve-you and I are both shrinking and you can’t ask for a better graduation present than an Atlantis! -- 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: Appaloosa/Sam

It's funny that you replied Reid, it was your Appaloosa that started me down this alternative path! On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 10:59:58 AM UTC-5, DaveS wrote: > > > > On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 10:38:26 AM UTC-5, Reid Echols wrote: >> >> Hi Dave, >> &

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa/Sam

on the frame is expensive. Saving a pound on the wheels is > easy... > > On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 9:31:15 AM UTC-6, DaveS wrote: >> >> Good morning everyone, curious about adding a second Rivendell. I >> currently have a Bombadil, and would like something a little more sp

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa/Sam

> them, so you might consider that, too if your major need is a road-ish > bike. > > Reid in Austin > > On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 9:31:15 AM UTC-6, DaveS wrote: >> >> Good morning everyone, curious about adding a second Rivendell. I >> currently have a B

[RBW] Appaloosa/Sam

Good morning everyone, curious about adding a second Rivendell. I currently have a Bombadil, and would like something a little more sporty for my daily fitness rides. I am larger than most, 6 3, 280 and am looking at a Sam and an Appaloosa. I wont ride fast at this size, but get a good

[RBW] FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

Steve-I’m riding a 60 cm Bombadil and Sam, this may be too big for me but curious what your PBH is and a quick measure from top of saddle to pedal and top tube to ground. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FS: Yves Gomez 60cm black with extras

Mike-not sure if my private note went through to you but could send a photo or two please? On Monday, March 11, 2019 at 10:36:28 PM UTC-4, Mike Godwin wrote: > > Well shoot howdy. What a perfect match to the totally black wheelset I am > pedaling. Yes, a catchy pun no less. > > 700c,

[RBW] Re: FS: Yves Gomez 60cm black with extras

Mike-I may be in touch after I talk to Al. Good way to tag into the thread! On Monday, March 11, 2019 at 10:36:28 PM UTC-4, Mike Godwin wrote: > > Well shoot howdy. What a perfect match to the totally black wheelset I am > pedaling. Yes, a catchy pun no less. > > 700c, generator wheelset,

[RBW] Re: FS: Yves Gomez 60cm black with extras

Al-just sent you a note, let's try to keep this thing local! if it fits..thanks On Monday, March 11, 2019 at 10:35:49 AM UTC-4, A. Nostuh wrote: > I’m downsizingthe fleet! > > I have a semi complete and handsome pre-cheviot Gomez for sale: > > Black Frameset with: > > 14cm nitto

[RBW] Re: FS 60 CM Yves Gomez

Bump for a great 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 to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web

[RBW] FS 60 CM Yves Gomez

Time to make an N-1 right now, for sale is a 60 CM Yves Gomez, the early version of the Cheviot. Step Through frame, complete bike minus saddle. Includes velocity wheels, Bontrager tires that are in like new condition, Paul Thumbie, Shimano brake levers, Albatros bars and Soma Porteur racks.

[RBW] Re: WTB 60 cm Sam

Nick-Ive got a 60 Sam frame, with wheels, tires, side pull brakes, bars and misc other parts that I did not use for a build of an Atlantis. Not sure what you need, other than the frame. It is a double top tube, in the light blue color. I can get some good pictures of how it sits tonight when

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Sam Hillborne 62cm Black and Cream

Thanks Scott. Unfortunately it is too big for me. Great frame at a great price though. Good luck w the sale. > On Jan 15, 2017, at 10:33 PM, scott minor wrote: > > Hi Dave, My PBH is 94, inseam is 35"ish and 62 sam is a good fit. I think > I'm right in the middle of

Re: [RBW] WTB: Bosco Bullmoose? (either width will do)

> On Apr 26, 2017, at 8:15 PM, Bryan Richardson <lungsandj...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Sounds good. Thanks Dave! > >> On Wed, Apr 26, 2017 at 3:18 PM, DaveS <dst...@nycap.rr.com> wrote: >> Bryan may have a set at home. Haven't used them for a while but will

Re: [RBW] WTB: Bosco Bullmoose? (either width will do)

Bryan I do have them. Will sell for $75 total including shipping. Will send not great photos in separate email. Let me know what you think > On Apr 26, 2017, at 8:15 PM, Bryan Richardson <lungsandj...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Sounds good. Thanks Dave! > >> On Wed, Apr 26