[RBW] Re: Sam fenders

I installed Velo-Orange 52mm Zeppelin fenders on the complete Sam I got in 2016. I kept the same brakes and the 38mm Kendra tires that came on the bike. It all works well together, and looks great. On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 8:22:29 PM UTC-4, Carla Waugh wrote: > > I wonder if the brakes

[RBW] New Appaloosa

Very nice bike Andrew! Congratulations!! What handlebar is this? -- 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] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

Thank you Iconley Ray -- 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 post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Depends on the terrain one is hiking. The southern Apps have forest trails with low limbs, mountain laurel, prickly vines and plenty of other snags. Not to mention storm wind gusts of 50 mph or more (see Gatlinburg, May 5). Umbrellas work even better for blocking sun than they do for rain!

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Deacon, all I can say is most hypothermia victims encounter wet clothing in mid-50s temps, whether mountain hiking, off shore sailing, or sea kayaking. Encountered them all while on rescue teams. So easily avoidable, so stupid not to do so. Can be very tempting to let Darwin's Law take effect,

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Phillip is spot-on about weather in the mountains. As I spend a lot of time in the southern Apps, I can also add that any big thunderstorm can drops temps 30 degrees in short order, even on the Piedmont. The best waterproof, breathable rain jacket I've found has a full zipper on both side

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam fenders

Thank you, Cyndee! From: Stephen D To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Friday, May 19, 2017 4:12 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Sam fenders My wife is running 45mm velo orange fenders with Barlow Pass tires in a 56cm Sam. Here's some pics:

[RBW] Re: Sam fenders

That's a good point - we had to switch to Paul Racers to get enough clearance. On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 8:22:29 PM UTC-4, Carla Waugh wrote: > > I wonder if the brakes that came in the complete are the limiting factor? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: New Appaloosa

Excellent bike and great build... Congratulations! I agree with all you said, more cruiser like than I thought it would be but perfect, and very smooth. And like Jonathan said, the bike seems much more nimble and responsive than I would have predicted. The Appaloosa is now my official "best

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Thanks Philip! :-) This is coming from a Riv rider transitioning from 51 Atlantis (Albatross, used in my 2016 TransAm) ---> 55 Cheviot (Albatross, but too big) ---> 50 Cheviot (Albatross, good fit) ---> 48 Hunqapillar (ahearne bars, perfect fit) :-) On Sat, May 20, 2017 at 8:04 AM, Philip Kim

[RBW] OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

At those temperatures I would go with a water-RESISTANT shell that could be treated with something like Nikwax(tm). This over a poly or nylon hiking shirt. Nylon or poly convertible hiking pants on the bottom, no rain gear. Didn't say if expecting rain overnight but light sleepwear or a change

[RBW] FS Surly ECR size large

For sale is my Surly ECR size large in excellent condition. Shimano XT 1 x 11 groupset. Crankset 175mm arms 30 tooth ring, cassette is XT 11/42, XT shifter, XT bottom bracket, XT chain, XT hydraulic disc brakes and levers with XT ice 160mm center lock rotors. Wheelset has XT hubs, DT Swiss

[RBW] New Appaloosa

Great bike. I am loving the 55 I got from John. It's faster then it feels. I am always surprised that it is also more nimble then I expect. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: New Appaloosa

Looks great, Andrew! I'd be very interested in your ride/handling impressions, and more about your intended objective for this one. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Sam fenders

I wonder if the brakes that came in the complete are the limiting factor? -- 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] New Appaloosa

Thanks to John at Rivelo, I was able to snag the elusive 51 Joe. Today I have the finished product and could not be happier with how it turned out. More cruiser-ish than I may have anticipated but smooth, so smooth. With some historical difficulty with the sizing scheme, this seems to be

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Great point, Philip. A good rule of thumb in the mountains is: be prepared for 20˚F colder than predicted. That way, when it's 30˚F less, you at least have a chance. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 6:00:09 PM UTC-6, Philip Kim wrote: > > David also if you're hiking the

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Glad to hear you are enjoying it Ed! The ahearne bars are great for that 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] OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

David also if you're hiking the AT I would be prepared for it to be a bit colder than forecasted. The shenendoah can get colder at altitude and windy. Backpacked last year in the middle of June when forecasted at 70 and sunny and ended up pouring rain and being very cold when we were up near

[RBW] Re: Sam fenders

My wife is running 45mm velo orange fenders with Barlow Pass tires in a 56cm Sam. Here's some pics: https://flickr.com/photos/72597112@N00/sets/72157664785138301 If you look at newest pics I added to my general Flickr account, you can see the clearance that we obtaines -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Hello Keith, Thank you for taking time for giving your experience and recommendation on the spaceframe. The stable ride of the plus and vertical compliance without the use of suspension made me seriously consider the Jones frame. I recently bought my 48 Hunqapillar from Philip for my do it all

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 1:30:54 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > What do you folks use for backpacking in warm weather (low's lower 60's, > high's mid to upper 80's)? I have two rain jackets: both are sauna's when > it's warm out. Is a disposable poncho the best bet? I see some poncho's on > REI,

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Just don't get the steel handled umbrella lest you be smokin' and your dinner cooked by mid-afternoon. Lightning rod! Sardonic grin. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 3:52:32 PM UTC-6, Clayton.sf wrote: > > Umbrella! If you are hiking it is awesome. Good for sun too. GoLite is

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Umbrellas are wonderful for warm weather walking in the rain. A poncho is not going to be any better than your jackets. If concerned over the lowest weight possible I'd suggest a Liteflex Hiking umbrella but any travel umbrella will do. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Umbrella! If you are hiking it is awesome. Good for sun too. GoLite is the standard. Clayton Scott SF, CA On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 2:03:19 PM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: > > Sierratradingpost is a good place to shop for shells. I have a Marmot > Gortex III superlight shell, packs small and will

Re: [RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

The calipers say 2.35" on the Alex Tandem rims for the 2.4" Super Moto-X. -- 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: FS: 53cm VO Pass Hunter with Riv-ish Build $1,150

I absolutely love this bike. Forwarded it to a friend in the market. Good luck! On Friday, May 12, 2017 at 7:01:48 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote: > > Hi Riv-folk, > > > As some folks here already know, issues with my hands kept me off the bike > all of 2016. Ughh … Two operations and six months of PT

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Sierratradingpost is a good place to shop for shells. I have a Marmot Gortex III superlight shell, packs small and will keep you dry in a monsoon. On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 3:30:54 PM UTC-5, dstein wrote: > > What do you folks use for backpacking in warm weather (low's lower 60's, > high's

Re: [RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

Naked while walking in the woods with a backpack. On Fri, May 19, 2017 at 4:44 PM, Philip Kim wrote: > hey dave, > > live in dc and grew up in VA. I've used THIS >

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

hey dave, live in dc and grew up in VA. I've used THIS

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

A cotton t-shirt and a huge grin because round here when it rains the temp drops to 40-50˚F. Rain at 60-80? Get me wet! With abandon, Patrick On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 1:30:54 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: >> >> What do you folks use for backpacking in warm weather (low's lower 60's, >> high's mid

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

I should clarify, it's just for the possibility of scattered showers over a 3 day trip. Nothing crazy. Going east for the memorial day weekend in VA. Normally in CA I can assume it will not rain for the next several months. On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 1:30:54 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > What do

[RBW] OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

What do you folks use for backpacking in warm weather (low's lower 60's, high's mid to upper 80's)? I have two rain jackets: both are sauna's when it's warm out. Is a disposable poncho the best bet? I see some poncho's on REI, are they less sauna like then the rain jackets? -- You received

[RBW] WTB: shutter-p dyno hub / 32h / disc / BLACK

Hi gang, Anybody scoop up a Shutter Precision dyno that they want to move along? Ideally, I am looking for a small-wheels-intended, disc mount, 32h in black. Contact me off-list, thanks! =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: PSA: 58cm Orange Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

pretty sure I just saw that this morning on eBay On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 12:13:46 PM UTC-4, sameness wrote: > > Good price on a solid build: > > https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/6099005993.html > > It was listed before ages ago, dunno why it didn't move. > > Not mine, no affiliation,

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Ed, forgive me for interjecting and for not directly answering your question, but I wanted to say that if Jeff and you think that the 23" spaceframe will fit, you are extremely lucky and should consider it. I have the regular spaceframe in the equivalent of the next size up, and could not

[RBW] Re: What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

Big Bens here as well. Ryan Arlington, VA On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 3:37:19 PM UTC-4, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > > I've got Big Bens on my wheelset. Measure 48 - 50mm on the tandem rims. > I'm a bit surprised that they ran that narrow... I ran 26" version of Big > Bens on my Hunqapillar and

[RBW] PSA: 58cm Orange Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

Good price on a solid build: https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/6099005993.html It was listed before ages ago, dunno why it didn't move. Not mine, no affiliation, etc. Jeff "Glad It's Not a 60" Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Dyno wiring

With it mounted as it is and the bike on the trainer stand, holding the black band on the light and moving just the light moves the handlebars of the bike. By 'lever arm', are you referring to the metal bracket connecting the light to the rack support or the combination of pivots external to the

[RBW] Dyno wiring

I no longer have a Sam but I do have dyno lights mounted in various ways. One thing I think I know, which goes against many examples seen here, is that it's better to keep wires on the interior of the bike as opposed to wrapping. People wrap to avoid cutting to length and I get that, not

Re: [RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

I will measure tonight. They seem huge compared to the 650B x 50 Big Bens on my Bombadil. > Iconley, Do those Super Motos run true to size or are they also undersized > like the Big Bens. > > > I'm not planning on running fenders for the time being. > > Thanks all, > Ray > > -- You

Re: [RBW] Dyno wiring

Right side or left side is personal preference. I prefer to mount the light high and in the center; my Riv has a light on the front tab of its M18 rack (in front of a rando bag), and my Foundry has a light mounted on the handlebars with the Schmidt mount

Re: [RBW] P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

Mike, you brought your pinch of salt today - good job. On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 6:13:45 AM UTC-5, Mike K. wrote: > > What harm? None. I just don't want to wait. There's the Violet Beauregarde > in me wanting something, and wanting it now! > > The Ram is my only bike right now while we handle

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Nice! Yes the ahearne bars are awesome. I've been messaging dstein back and forth as we're the same size. I think a 24" will fit but not sure I would buy one yet -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

What harm? None. I just don't want to wait. There's the Violet Beauregarde in me wanting something, and wanting it now! The Ram is my only bike right now while we handle some home repairs like building a shed so we actually have storage, so I don't want to part with it if I don't have to. I'll

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Hi Philip, I would appreciate if you could provide feedback on how the 24" Jones Plus fits you. I sent them an email on their sizing recommendation based on my 5' 5" height and 79cm pbh and they suggested a Jones 23" Spaceframe Plus 148 TA. PS I finished building up your 48 Hunqapillar and used