The Velo Orange Retro water bottle cages could quickly add a somewhat inexpensive dash of style to your Sam.
On Monday, June 15, 2026 at 9:05:16 AM UTC-4 [email protected] wrote: > [image: IMG_3980.jpeg] > > this is before the saddle and pedal upgrade > > On Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:59:55 AM UTC-4 Ryan Fleming wrote: > >> Mind you, a dynamo set-up requires a front wheel with a specialized >> hub...if the OP doesn't commute or ride much after dark, he can get by with >> other lighting options just in case he is caught out after dark. Agree >> about the S83 seatpost. I would upgrade to a good set of handbuilt wheels >> (Rich Lesnick); https://www.rivbike.com/collections/wheelset. High-end >> hubs like WI or Phil, for example, are really nice, but from everything >> I've read, Riv's Silver hubs are a fine option. In the hands of a good >> wheelbuilder, the choice of hubs is almost moot as Riv's site points out. >> And some RH tires for light mixed surfaces would be good; not sure what >> tires OP already has, but a tire upgrade is a lot of bang for the buck. >> >> If you want to accessorize with racks, bags, fenders...etc., there are a >> ton of options which others can chime in about to extend your bike's use >> beyond purely recreational riding, of course. >> >> On Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 4:49:34 PM UTC-5 Tom Powell Davies wrote: >> >>> They are not to everyone's taste, but I've found a dynamo setup to be a >>> great addition! >>> >>> On Sun, 14 June 2026, 10:24 pm Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY, < >>> [email protected]> wrote: >>> >>>> I second a good seatpost like the 83 mentioned above. Is yours a 27.2 >>>> or a 26.8? And pictures are mandatory >>>> -Kai >>>> >>>> On Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 3:36:03 PM UTC-4 Dave Johnston wrote: >>>> >>>>> The Nitto two bolt S83 seatpost is a nice upgrade, make fine tuning >>>>> the tilt a breeze. I think it looks good with a brooks. >>>>> >>>>> On Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:19:22 PM UTC-4 Steve wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Doug, sounds like a nice build already. I've always found that a nice >>>>>> wheel set makes for a worthwhile upgrade. What are your current wheels & >>>>>> hubs? Do you have a picture you could share? >>>>>> >>>>>> Steve in AVL >>>>>> On Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 8:27:03 PM UTC-4 [email protected] >>>>>> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> Hi Folks, I purchased a used Sam several years back and I absolutely >>>>>>> love it and I am interested in feedback on how to upgrade some of the >>>>>>> stock >>>>>>> components. I am in my 70's and ride primarily on the road and packed >>>>>>> gravel, not mountain biking for sure. I don't drink fine wine or have >>>>>>> expensive cars but I am willing to put some resources into beautiful >>>>>>> components. My current components are Tektro R559 V brakes, Sugino >>>>>>> chain >>>>>>> rings, Shimano deore derailleurs. Shimano bar end shifters and brake >>>>>>> levers. I have upgraded the seat (brooks) and the pedals (oneup). I am >>>>>>> moving from 45mm to 42 mm tires. Thanks so much! >>>>>> >>>>>> -- >>>> 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 [email protected]. >>>> To view this discussion visit >>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/fdb88cd9-1719-40bd-a7a2-fc433bd992cen%40googlegroups.com >>>> >>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/fdb88cd9-1719-40bd-a7a2-fc433bd992cen%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>> . >>>> >>> -- 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 [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/8730194a-4074-4d90-82f7-c27c853dc6b7n%40googlegroups.com.
