[RBW] AHH or Rodeo?
I'm seriously considering adding another Riv to my small stable of bikes. I currently own a Sam and I like it just fine but would like to have another bike with a bit more zip. The Rodeo seems like a good choice and I do like the 700 wheels mostly for more tire options BUT I feel the AHH could be a good choice too if I build it up more as a roadish bike and in the end I'd have a bike a bit more versatile than the Rodeo. Thoughts? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: AHH or Rodeo?
First let me correct myself by saying ROADEO. Thanks guys for all the input. Looks like I should get on this soon since it appears as though Rivendell probably doesn't have any Roadeos laying around. Deposit time! Now I have to rack my brain with what size I should get. On Apr 4, 8:12 pm, Patrick in VT wrote: > On Apr 4, 3:15 pm, RJM wrote: > > > I would really like to know how much faster > > the Roadeo is compared to a Hilsen. I know, I know, it's all in the > > engine, but still, would the geometry, tubing, weight of the Roadeo make a > > large difference over the Hilsen? > > outside of the engine, i'd think it would depend on the build. I'd > take a 20lbs Hilsen build over a 25lbs Roadeo build. there can't be > much of a weight difference between the frames, but the Roadeo seems > like a better platform for a dedicated road build. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: AHH or Rodeo?
My Sam is a 52 due to the sloped top tube/geometry but with most bikes I ride a 54. At least that's what my cross check is. On Apr 4, 10:51 pm, Brian Hanson wrote: > What size are you in? If it's 59cm or over, I recall Grant saying that the > Roadeo has the same tubing as the Hilsen, so the weights should be > realy close. At that point, with the AHH you just need to work out the > max tire size you will "ever need". That's the difference I see. That and > the names... > > Brian > Seattle, WA > > > > On Wed, Apr 4, 2012 at 8:25 PM, William wrote: > > Agreed. The identical build on both frames would probably be within a > > pound. Certainly within two. That's not going to yield a large speed > > difference. > > > On Wednesday, April 4, 2012 6:12:17 PM UTC-7, Patrick in VT wrote: > > >> On Apr 4, 3:15 pm, RJM wrote: > >> > I would really like to know how much faster > >> > the Roadeo is compared to a Hilsen. I know, I know, it's all in the > >> > engine, but still, would the geometry, tubing, weight of the Roadeo > >> make a > >> > large difference over the Hilsen? > > >> outside of the engine, i'd think it would depend on the build. I'd > >> take a 20lbs Hilsen build over a 25lbs Roadeo build. there can't be > >> much of a weight difference between the frames, but the Roadeo seems > >> like a better platform for a dedicated road build. > > > -- > > 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/-/jcYR5eWJL8YJ. > > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > > For more options, visit this group at > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Albatross bars
I'm thinking about switching out my drop bars for albatross on one of my bikes to mix things up. So I'm also thinking about getting the aluminum. A bit more in price but I think aluminum is what I want. Anybody think the steel bars are better? I'd love to hear some feedback from people who have used albatross bars. Like? Love? Meh? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Albatross bars
Thanks guys! Are most of you using the aluminum? On Apr 9, 7:26 pm, Smitty <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > Alba bars... I use them... I love them. I'll second the statement about > using the front curves for a more forward/aggressive/climbing position. I > use it nearly as much as the "normal" position. > > The alba is on my Big Dummy which sees daily use but it's all relatively > short distances (sub 20-mile days). I'm thinking of doing some sort of > h-bar rearrangement when the Bosco Bar comes out (out of curiosity in the > Bosco not any sort of dis-satisfaction with the albas or noodles currently > on my bikes). The Alba will likely end on on my AHH for a spell. I suspect > it'll great for whatever distances I want to cover. > > --Smitty > > > > > > > > On Friday, April 6, 2012 12:42:51 PM UTC-7, Duplomacette wrote: > > > I'm thinking about switching out my drop bars for albatross on one of > > my bikes to mix things up. So I'm also thinking about getting the > > aluminum. A bit more in price but I think aluminum is what I want. > > Anybody think the steel bars are better? I'd love to hear some > > feedback from people who have used albatross bars. Like? Love? Meh? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Sam possibly for sale
I am seeing if anybody in the Mpls/St. Paul area is interested in a 52 orange Waterford Sam complete. I'm not completely opposed to shipping but a local sale would be easier for both parties. The bike was built up at Hiawatha Cyclery and has a guesstimated 500-1000 miles on it. I certainly don't NEED to sell it but if it went to a good home for the right price I'd be willing to part with it and make room in my already cramped garage for my new Riv. I can email the build list to anyone interested. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: pre-ordered a blue Sam Hillborne a few minutes ago
Congrats! I own a Sam and think you will like yours. I find the Sam to be a bit more nimble than a LHT which makes it more fun to ride. Happy riding! On Apr 12, 7:16 pm, cbone97 wrote: > Just wanted to share the joy. My first Riv and my first bike in a > long while (since mountain biking in college about 12-13 years ago). > Late last year I was looking hard at the Hunq but at a PBH of 87.5, > felt I was on the fence between sizes and couldn't commit. The 56 Sam > should be perfect and I really like the new blue. > > I'm planning to go with Falcon friction shifters, Albatross or Bosco > bar, and the biggest Marathons I can run on a set of Velocity Dyad > wheels - probably fender-less. I already have a Brooks B68 and > Lambda / Grip King pedals. Hopefully I can recycle the XT derailers, > XT rear hub, and White Industries front hub off my old, barely used > mtn bike. > > I like the idea/looks of the crank chainguard as shown on Riv's blue > Sam pic. Not sure if it'd be best to get the two speed crank that > comes with this guard or add it to the standard XD2. Any opinions? > > And does anyone have a Sackville XS saddlebag in grid gray they'd > sell? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Sam possibly for sale
Thinkin' my attempt here on RBW is over. Thanks to those who showed aimless interest. On Apr 18, 4:35 pm, Duplomacette wrote: > I am seeing if anybody in the Mpls/St. Paul area is interested in a 52 > orange Waterford Sam complete. I'm not completely opposed to shipping > but a local sale would be easier for both parties. The bike was built > up at Hiawatha Cyclery and has a guesstimated 500-1000 miles on it. I > certainly don't NEED to sell it but if it went to a good home for the > right price I'd be willing to part with it and make room in my already > cramped garage for my new Riv. I can email the build list to anyone > interested. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Sunday Ride
What is that rack? On May 7, 12:16 am, rcnute wrote: > And Atlantis! > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/7122276037/in/photostream/ > > Ryan > > On May 6, 7:45 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > > > > > > > > > Darin, that link didn't work, but you sure have a good looking > > Rom:http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/7004449128/in/photostream > > > On Sun, May 6, 2012 at 5:28 PM, Darin G. wrote: > > > Nice ride today on my Romulus at Antelope Island State Park, Utah. My > > > favorite spring ride. Saw lots of bison and a mule deer, but the > > > pronghorn > > > in the grainy photo was my favorite and was close enough to snap a photo > > > with my phone. > > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/sets/72157629618337572/with/ > > > 7004449494/ > > > > -- > > > 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/-/pWGxAxB9FrgJ. > > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. > > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > > > For more options, visit this group at > > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > -- > > Cheers, > > David > > Redlands, CA > > > ** > > “I believe in an America where millions of Americans believe in an America > > that’s the America millions of Americans believe in. That’s the America I > > love.” -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Sunday Ride
No the Atlantis. On May 7, 1:56 pm, "Darin G." wrote: > On the Romulus? Its a Carradice Bagman. > > http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/saddlebag_support.asp > > D.G. > > > > > > > > On Monday, May 7, 2012 12:55:26 AM UTC-6, Duplomacette wrote: > > > What is that rack? > > > On May 7, 12:16 am, rcnute wrote: > > > And Atlantis! > > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/7122276037/in/photostream/ > > > > Ryan > > > > On May 6, 7:45 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > > > > > Darin, that link didn't work, but you sure have a good looking Rom: > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/7004449128/in/photostream > > > > > On Sun, May 6, 2012 at 5:28 PM, Darin G. wrote: > > > > > Nice ride today on my Romulus at Antelope Island State Park, Utah. > > My > > > > > favorite spring ride. Saw lots of bison and a mule deer, but the > > pronghorn > > > > > in the grainy photo was my favorite and was close enough to snap a > > photo > > > > > with my phone. > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/sets/72157629618337572/with/ > > > > > 7004449494/ > > > > > > -- > > > > > 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/-/pWGxAxB9FrgJ. > > > > > To post to this group, send email to > > rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. > > > > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > > > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > > > > > For more options, visit this group at > > > > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > > > -- > > > > Cheers, > > > > David > > > > Redlands, CA > > > > > ** > > > > “I believe in an America where millions of Americans believe in an > > America > > > > that’s the America millions of Americans believe in. That’s the > > America I > > > > love.” > On Monday, May 7, 2012 12:55:26 AM UTC-6, Duplomacette wrote: > > > What is that rack? > > > On May 7, 12:16 am, rcnute wrote: > > > And Atlantis! > > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/7122276037/in/photostream/ > > > > Ryan > > > > On May 6, 7:45 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > > > > > Darin, that link didn't work, but you sure have a good looking Rom: > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/7004449128/in/photostream > > > > > On Sun, May 6, 2012 at 5:28 PM, Darin G. wrote: > > > > > Nice ride today on my Romulus at Antelope Island State Park, Utah. > > My > > > > > favorite spring ride. Saw lots of bison and a mule deer, but the > > pronghorn > > > > > in the grainy photo was my favorite and was close enough to snap a > > photo > > > > > with my phone. > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/79571137@N07/sets/72157629618337572/with/ > > > > > 7004449494/ > > > > > > -- > > > > > 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/-/pWGxAxB9FrgJ. > > > > > To post to this group, send email to > > rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. > > > > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > > > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > > > > > For more options, visit this group at > > > > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > > > -- > > > > Cheers, > > > > David > > > > Redlands, CA > > > > > ** > > > > “I believe in an America where millions of Americans believe in an > > America > > > > that’s the America millions of Americans believe in. That’s the > > America I > > > > love.” -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Saddlebags and smaller bikes
I'm having the same problem with my medium on my 54 cross check. Pretty annoying. Nobody likes spending MORE money just to make the thing they just spent money on work. On Jun 7, 12:26 pm, johnb wrote: > I am challenged by short legs. I have a 52cm Atlantis with 26" wheels with > a medium saddlesack and SKS fenders. Because the bike frame is small and > the saddle sack is medium, the bag rubs back and forth throughout the ride > against the fender. When I put a rear rack on, it silences the bag but also > cuts 30% of its capacity out since it gets a bit smushed... For the moment, > I am tolerating the back and forth but there are days it bugs the — well > lets just say it gets on my nerves. > > So my question, are there good canvas saddlebags that hold tools, tube, > sunscreen and assorted sundries that will fit in my frame? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Bicycle Courier In Love with My Atlantis
I want to see it! Pics? On Wednesday, June 13, 2012 3:54:55 PM UTC-5, Darin G. wrote: > > I ordered a sandwich from Jimmy John's this afternoon which was delivered > in the typical prompt fashion by a heavily tatted and generously bearded > bicycle courier. The courier saw my Atlantis, parked in my office, and > became so distracted after ogling the various details that he walked out > the door without handing over my lunch. He sheepishly returned minutes > later, bid me* bon appetit*, and asked a few more questions about how to > twine and shellac handlebar tape. I find the courier crowd generally hard > to impress when it comes to bicycles, and briefly imagined myself to be > hip. -- 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/-/7r3EMWKi0vMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: The New Riv
Sad when a $1400 bike is referred to as a "beater". On Tuesday, July 3, 2012 5:24:49 PM UTC-5, Zack wrote: > > Just got an email from Riv HQ, there is a new bike in the works - a truly > affordable ($1400) complete bike. > > Cool stuff. > > Shipping is going up $1 too. I think i'll live. > -- 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/-/M7qIq4c823QJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Summer Helmet
I have a Uvex urban helmet and it rocks. Looks great and has way more ventilation than a Nutcase. A little less than a sci-fi helmet but plenty for hot weather. Check it out. Favorite helmet yet. Boing! On Friday, July 13, 2012 5:14:43 PM UTC-5, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: > > I wear a Nutcase helmet in the winter. It's painful to wear when it's warm > due to sweat and heat. Has anyone found a suitably well ventilated warm > weather helmet that doesn't look like a prop from a sci-fi film. -- 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/-/8r_uH08bL04J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
