[RBW] Re: Caution: "Cuddle Bears"

Until augmented reality gets good enough within the next 5 years, I urge people to jump on a video call with an unknown seller for any big ticket items. If a seller is unwilling to do that for a bike frame, that's a red flag for me. Al in SF On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:42:39 AM UTC-7 Bill

[RBW] FS: Sackville Happisack, Olive

In excellent condition, used a handful of times. I tend to just rock the basket around town and this doesn't suit my needs like I thought it would. Asking $170 shipped. Thanks, Al -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] WTB: Sackville Clembasack

Would love to buy if anyone has one. I saw that Rivendell no longer makes them and I just installed the corresponding Wald basket on my winter commuter. Thanks! Al -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: Has anyone else tried the new Riv seat?

a really nice saddle, well made and good materials. -Al Michigan On Monday, December 4, 2023 at 8:52:41 PM UTC-5 Chris Halasz wrote: > Chris > > Which Ergon did you use that has a narrower horn? > > Curious if it's one of the wider Ergons for more upright riding. > > On W

[RBW] Re: FS: Pair of Sackville Backabike Bags (Olive)

SOLD. thanks Al in Grand Rapids On Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 2:59:06 PM UTC-5 Al wrote: > Selling as a pair, asking $200 shipped. One bag has seen a year of > commuting use, while the other was used a handful of times. Both in good > shape. > > [image: sackvillebag1.

[RBW] Re: New Member New Riv

Welcome Jim! I also bought one of the recent Appaloosas. I went with Purple and Marks build option. Im glad to hear you’ve received yours as I’m eagerly awaiting mine. Make sure to share a pic once it’s built up. On Friday, July 21, 2023 at 1:53:32 AM UTC-4 jim.me...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi this

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride report: Eastern Indiana Cardinal Greenway

I'm spending a long weekend in Indy and am planning to take my bike down (I live in Grand Rapids, MI). I'll definitely check check this out as I'll be going right through that area. Anyone recommend a good starting point near I-69? On Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 10:00:10 AM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: Anyone Tried RH Snoqualmie Pass on a Sam?

I'm running 38's as well but with fenders. I'd imagine those RH 44's would be no problem. I do have a canti same though. On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 9:17:06 PM UTC-4 Tim Bantham wrote: > Thinking about new tires for my Sam. Has anyone fit the 700x44 Rene Herse > Snoqualmie pass? My Sam is

[RBW] Re: New Handlebar Suggestions

Hi Bob, Because everyone's different, this will be a trial and error process, but in my opinion the Ahearne + Map handlebar is a great starting point. From there, you can decide whether you need more or less sweep, or any rise.

[RBW] Re: Photos of your Small MUSA Atlantis?

Briguy and others, Bumping an old post. This is also one of my favorite Atlantis builds. The Sparwoods contrast nicely with the classic geo. Does anyone know of any more photos that might be floating about? Al in SF On Sunday, March 28, 2021 at 10:27:32 AM UTC-7 brianr...@gmail.com wrote

[RBW] Re: English subtitles for Blue Lug's video

Masa, Thank you so much for these translations! The bit about the Hillborne having healing properties at 59:15 cracked me up. Al On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 4:26:58 AM UTC-8 Masa wrote: > Hello all! > > This is my first post of 2023, I hope you are having good rides! > &g

[RBW] Re: Biking from Foster City to?..

developed these days, but it still reminds you that bikes are second class citizens as you cut through office park after office park and wait at traffic lights. Hope this helps and welcome back! Al in SF On Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 5:34:07 AM UTC-7 zac.te...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm not a

[RBW] Re: Welder to add v-brake posts in SF Bay Area / Napa?

Hi Abe, I'd give Erik Billings in Oakland a shout: https://www.billingscycleworks.com/contact Al in SF On Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 12:00:33 PM UTC-8 Pancake wrote: > Looking to add v-brake posts to my Sam Hillborne and Cheviot (jealous of > those Platys). > *I need a bike fram

[RBW] Re: A Hunq

. It’s made in Taiwan by a team of builders trained by Tetsu Ishigaki, of Toyo. The main tubes are superexpensive Japanese Kaisei 8630 heat-treated. The seat- and chainstays are perfectly good Taiwan CrMo. The fork is made in Japan by Tetsu Ishigaki at Toyo." Best, Al in SF On Wednesday,

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

selling a *55cm* sage Hillborne, lmk! Al in SF -- 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.co

Re: [RBW] WTB: *Sage* Hillborne, 55-ish

wrote: > Is sage a dealbreaker? Here's a blilver 54cm: > > > https://denver.craigslist.org/bik/d/arvada-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7324394707.html > > > > > > On Jun 14, 2021, at 2:56 PM, Al in SF wrote: > > Summertime bump! Still looking for a *sage* Hillborne

[RBW] Re: WTB: *Sage* Hillborne, 55-ish

Summertime bump! Still looking for a *sage* Hillborne if anyone's got one! On Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 9:52:04 AM UTC-7 Al in SF wrote: > Seeing Dominic > <https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/vUScDWCjWaA/m/wX6JICH7AAAJ> > and Damien > <https://groups.go

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

The ultimate test of whether a bike is overpriced is whether it sits around unsold for more than a month or two. That Saluki and Heron in North Smithfield, RI have been collecting cobwebs on Craigslist for half a year by now. On Thursday, June 3, 2021 at 6:04:02 PM UTC-7 Yankeebird wrote: >

Re: [RBW] FS Sam hillborne complete

Hi Travis, Is your Sam an older one? I noticed the recent ones were either 51 or 55. And what’s the color? Thanks! Al On Tuesday, August 13, 2019, Travis Music wrote: > Selling my Riv. It has been a great bike and is built to be a bullet proof > rig have travelled many

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Sam Hillborne, Canti posts, 650b

Darin, I assume those braze ons are for low-rider racks. As for geometry/sizing, I found this post by Erik last year for a 2011 Sam Hillborne, which lists a 52 size: https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/7AfXEt_YYJU/XrDFVl1KAgAJ Hope this helps, al sf/ca On Tuesday, June 11, 2019

[RBW] Re: Who Blugs a Ride?

hich > Also what are the rims? Can't tell. > > >From the Potis.. "The tires are 2.25 rocket Ron's with the outside knobs shaved to fit the fenders. Velocity quill rims. 2.25 tires are not recommended for quills but it works ok." al sf/ca -- You received this message because y

[RBW] Re: Reflections On My Riv and A Weight Loss Program

ifter" as mentioned by Andrew. To lighter bikes and tailwind! al sf/ca On Thursday, August 16, 2018 at 12:26:24 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > My *speculative* thoughts on reducing weight on a bike but still keeping > good functionality: > > 1. Luggage - use luggage that re

[RBW] Re: Any must see bike shops in Berlin?

Berlin questions. tschüss, al sf/ca On Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 1:14:16 PM UTC-7, Surlyprof wrote: > > I guess the title says it all. We’re going to be visiting Berlin soon. > After thoroughly enjoying visits to Sogreni in Copenhagen and Blue Lug in > Tokyo (both must sees), I w

[RBW] Bay Area: Angel Island Thursday night camp site up for grabs (Sept 15)

back to SF is at Friday, 1:55pm. More info here: http://www.blueandgoldfleet.com/ferry/angel-island/ If anyone would like to take my spot, hit me up! al sf/ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from