[RBW] FS: IRD Defiant Compact Road Double Cranks

I call dibs if they are the 94bcd and not the 110bcd. -J -- 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

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

It sounds to me like you think the Hunqapillar is great, and would be even better as a slightly less stout 650b bike. That's the Atlantis. Sell everything and buy the one bike you want. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

Re: [RBW] To shim or not to shim?

I've only used a handlebar shim once. It was for an Ahearne Map bar in a Technomic stem.Certainly nothing scratched. About all I remember was a little bit of fuss getting the top and bottom halves aligned evenly, since the shims were slightly wider than the stem.

[RBW] To shim or not to shim?

I'm with the PITA crowd. I detest the little buggers, and would never want to use them with a bar that needed to be removed and replaced several times. I have a 25.4-26.0 set that I must have bought to hit a free shipping price on a Riv order. I've never used them and can't imagine I ever will s

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Everyone seems to have answered your questions, so the only one I have to add/answer is: How roadie are your friends bikes and the rides? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving em

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 1:45:24 AM UTC-4, drew wrote: > > I don't think keeping both is in the cards, at least not for the long > haul. I could hold out, but eventually the Sam is gonna go. > > *Hunq in the city is comfy and fun, but can be hard to keep up with > friends on roadier bikes. Bi

[RBW] Re: FS: WI Crankset 40/26 & Gilles Berthoud Aravis Saddle price drops

WI Crankset sold. On Friday, May 26, 2017 at 9:20:00 AM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote: > > These are 10 miles in > > WI crankset 165mm arms, 40/26t - $275 shipped > > Gilles Berthoud Aravis saddle, titanium rails - $250 shipped > > Nitto Pearl 70mm 26.0 clamp (has about 30 miles of use) - $40 shipped >

[RBW] On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I'd keep the Hunqapillar. You will have so much fun pulling a trailer with it. Sam might be more versatile but it'll be easier to find and fund a Sam if you later regret selling yours. Or just store everything else at the homes of friends and relatives. :) Btw, what are the other two bikes? -

[RBW] To shim or not to shim?

I installed shims last night. I would describe them as fiddly. I ended up sliding the bars into position first and then slid each half in one at a time. I spread the stem with a large screw driver with one hand and used a plastic tire lever to push each half of the shims into position. Once in p

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

Thanks Patrick. I think this is a function of having a year to contemplate the build. Glad to be riding the thing. On Sunday, May 28, 2017 at 2:53:51 PM UTC-5, Patrick Cronin wrote: > > Jim, > > You scored with the matching bar tape and tires. Also digging the small > touches like the headset sp

Re: [RBW] To shim or not to shim?

I'm using Compass Maes bars at 25.4 in Nitto 26.0 stems with shims made from thin brass stock; works very well. I have had and anticipate no problems, and much easier to use than the Nitto shim, which I've also used. On Sun, May 28, 2017 at 8:39 PM, Sheldon Rothenberg wrote: > I seek wisdom on

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

throwing another option out there sell all and getan appaloosa? i've had the hunq, chev, and sam. none of them hit the spot for me, so i ordered a custom, but then got intrigued by the appaloosa. so i got an appaloosa for a brief moment and that thing rules. with bosco bars it felt like a q

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Hi Drew. Best wishes on your planned for growing family. If possible, keep both the Sam and the Hunq and your bicycle needs will likely be met for years to come. In my experience, your riding may diminish a bit for awhile but YMMV depending on your family situation. I don't think the single bike

[RBW] Where's Brian?

Yesterday I noticed Rivendell's Brian was no longer on the contact list nor was he included on the staff bikes page. Any clues as to why? Brian was always helpful and responsive to my questions. I'll miss him. Thanks very much, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I had my first kid nearly a couple years ago, and the second is due shortly. My biking priorities and types of rides changed drastically with an infant. I think the Hunq would be great as a kid hauler/city-commuter. If you're going to do road rides, I'd suggest keeping the Hunq, sell everything

Re: [RBW] On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

My response, learned late after many other responses, would be to sell any that you are dissatisfied with but keep any that you really like, even if you haven't used them much recently. IME, as soon as you sell something you like, you'll find that you really, really did want it and will go out and

[RBW] Re: FS: IRD Defiant Compact Road Double Cranks

These are 94 BCD On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 2:00:25 AM UTC-5, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > I call dibs if they are the 94bcd and not the 110bcd. > > -J > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and sto

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Keith: how do you like the Colossal Ti? What sort of riding do you do with it -- is it pavement only? On Mon, May 29, 2017 at 8:54 PM, Keith Muller wrote: > So I have 5 bikes at the moment. > > Hunqapillar w/ bullmoose bars > Atlantis w/ albastache bars > Appaloosa w/ albatross bars > Salsa Vaya

[RBW] FS: Parts Bin Purge Nitto B132 Rando Setup, 650b A23 Rims, Older Cranks w/ new Rings, Wheelsets 650b/700c

Crosspost from iBOB, doing a major garage clean up and lots of stuff has to go. Paypal Personal please. Shipping is NOT included in prices. I prefer using Priority mail, but can send First Class for smaller items. Wheelsets will be sent with Bike Flights. Contact offlist if interested. Local pic

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: IRD Defiant Compact Road Double Cranks

Cool. They're yours! The only thing is it'll take a few days before I ship. I'm waiting for some shorter cranks that I bought off the group. I'll try to get to the shop by the end of the week to have em pulled off and cleaned. If you're ok with that go ahead and PayPal kobets...@gmail.com. Once I

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

How much would a set of the Snoqualmie Pass ELs mitigate the challenge of overcoming the acceleration inertia of a larger tire? Or convert the Hunqa to 650b and put the Switchback Hills on there? The frame isn't the issue, the wheel/tire size weight is the issue. Several ways to mitigate that an

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

Well, I think you really need to decide who you are doing this for first, because you say you GF is going to ride it, But seem to be making choices based on what YOU like!? If it was for you I would second the Albastache recommendation, but if it's for the GF, I'd go Albatross. I've had both on

[RBW] Albastache Setup Question.

I've kinda gone by feel really, but basically I try to follow the flow of the bars to the hoods and keep the tips of the levers from sticking out. The tops of the hoods should point back just a hair, just to the point were you can ride on them comfortably, but not too inboard. I also like to be

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

Thanks for the great replies! As I think about it and talk to a few folks I do keep hearing arguments against the bar ends on this setup. So now the next question is, if I go with thumb shifters, what should I get? If I'm most interested in the best function and happy with friction, what wo

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

Ha. Fair enough... Realistically I will still ride it more than her. I'm moving by the beach so I want this set up as my day to day commuter and grocery bike that she can then ride on the weekends. B/c I'll probably be figuring out another bike for myself with a "faster" setup, I like the id

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

microshift are great as all of them have friction options as well as index options. i really like paul thumbies and shimano bar ends, and running them inverted, so the thumb levers side beside the bar and not on top of the bar. allows your handlebars to be relatively free On Tuesday, May 30, 2

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I'm with Justin on the two wheelset solution. I have that with my Hillborne and it provides a lot more versatility. Lighter weight 32 hole Synergies with Barlow Pass ELs for the road and 36 hole A719s with 45 Smart Sams for trails. If I was in your situation, I'd probably keep the Hunq. As

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

here's a picture to better show what i mean On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 11:13:21 AM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote: > > microshift are great as all of them have friction op

[RBW] Re: Albastache Setup Question.

I also went by feel. I've got the drilled TRP levers (https://www.rivbike.com/collections/braking/products/tektro-trp-rrl-sr-brake-levers-silver-drilled-alloy-gum-hoods-15180) flipped upside down as suggested by the group and love them. I just measured them and they have 250mm of space betwee

[RBW] Re: Albastache Setup Question.

This may be of less use because a very different application, but I tried the Albastache (briefly) with regular non-aero drop levers and just didn't feel confident on them, so I worked out with my shop this alternative take on the Albastache: reverse brake levers, long rubber BMX grips, cut-dow

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

Philip, I was trying to set mine up the way you have it and worried that the cable might get in the way when I grab the front curves of the bar. Has that been a problem for you with this set up? John On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 8:14:56 AM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote: > > here's a picture to bette

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Congrats on your burgeoning family, Drew. I don't have any kids so I don't have first-hand experience with that journey but I DO know that I like having a quick bike in addition to my commuter-type one. I might echo David's thought on keeping the Hunq and keeping/adding a fasty bike? Even a ch

[RBW] Re: To shim or not to shim?

This is the method I've used to insert shims (which -- as others have said -- work great once installed) as well as handlebars. https://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/01/17/inserting-a-handlebar-into-a-stem/ It works perfectly, and the little nut/bolt/dime jig holds the stem open so you have both

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

not really. i guess the "curves" area is where i probably could touch the bar end cables, but when riding in that position, i let my palms rest and didn't wrap my fingers around the bar. it worked fine, any hairy handling required wasn't going to come from that hand position anyways. if you lik

[RBW] FS: Sam Hillborne 55cm

As an OKC/Norman Sam owner good luck and I hope it goes to a great home! -- 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...@googleg

[RBW] shopsack or sugarloaf

Hello all! I hope everyone had a great weekend of riding. I did! I'm looking to bring my basket to a more organized place. The old bungie and random bag move is growing tired and I'm interested in either the Sackville Shopsack or the Swift Sugarloaf for my medium wald. Plenty of glowing opinion

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

I have and love a waxed canvas Sugarloaf bag. It makes me sad that they no longer offer the waxed canvas option. It's an expensive little bag, but has a lot of good organization pockets on the inside - there's a lot more work that goes into making it than goes into a simple sack-type bag. It has

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

Here's Cass Gilbert's review of the Sugarloaf: http://www.bikepacking.com/gear/swift-sugarloaf-review/ I use Medium ShopSack for commuting; it works great. My only complaint is occasional water entry during heavy rains. (Solved that with a few plastic bags that're always in my bag to keep the co

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

Not to over judge your plan BUT... If you are building this up to be a "cruiser-ish" ride that your partner can use on the weekends, I would not build your second bike to go "faster" if you plan to ride together. It sounds like you ride more than they do. I have found that you may be on the end

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

I own a Swift Sugarloaf and I love it! The best words that I would use to describe it are practical and useful. I use it primarily with my Sam in a Wald 137. It is designed to work hand in glove with this set up. I love it for its ability to hold my stuff and it's quick dismount when I want to c

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 8:14:18 AM UTC-7, Surlyprof wrote: > > The problems with converting [to 650b] is it would require moving the > canti posts and a repaint and it lowers your bottom bracket (pedal strike). > Yes and no. I converted my Trek 1000 to 650b a few years ago and have ridde

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

Reload Basket Bag. -Cheaper than Swift -Holds more than Swift -No zipper to break or leak https://www.reloadbags.com/category-s/2047.htm I put some ball bungees on the top of my basket, and they keep the bag closed and secure in the basket. The bungees keep the rolled top bag closed and relati

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I also like Justin's extra wheelset idea. Brilliant! The Hunq is versatile, so why not take full advantage of it? Sure, it is easier to grab a different bike for a purpose, but changing out wheels is a relatively simple task. I'm convinced I could (if forced) to get down to a single bike, b

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Chris- Which Bantam built machine would you choose? Rambler or Adventure bike? On May 30, 2017, 10:23 AM -0700, Pondero , wrote: > I also like Justin's extra wheelset idea.  Brilliant!  The Hunq is versatile, > so why not take full advantage of it?  Sure, it is easier to grab a different > bik

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I'm actually in the process of pairing down to one bike at the moment due to space constraints. I live in the city and don't do any significant rugged trail riding, so a rig very much like Chris's Rambler is perfect for all my riding. But if I rode more rough stuff, the Hunq with two wheelsets w

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

All good advice. While i had considered a set of different tires, a totally different wheelset+tires seems like it would do more to access the bike's versatility in a convenient way. and then i'd have an excuse to experiment with compass tires... interesting. > > In reality, the sam may be bett

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Drew- While I tend to advocate for not buying new things, making what you have work, etc… You could also: Sell everything. Buy a new 650b Atlantis 2 wheel sets: 1) 36hole Atlas Rims with 650b x 2.1 tires 2) 32hole Pacenti brevet rims with 650b x 42/48 tires (Compass EL) Then you get a new bike, n

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I don't understand having only one bike, especially if you commute, tour or just ride a lot. I guess if a person is on top of maintenance and things don't break, it should work. However, I found that one bike, even with several wheelsets isn't enough. I have had things break when I'm ready to g

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

The CX-50s, or any brake that clears the forks and chainstays completely, will help a lot with wheel change out. I've got older Tektros and have to deflate the fatter tires every time I swap wheels (which I do pretty often). I'll definitely get some when I feel more financially flush and wea

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

If space is more important than money, strip the Hunq down to the frame and tuck it into the corner (or hang it in the closet, or on a wall) for later when you've got more time, space, and mental energy) and then look at the other 3 bicycles for weeding down to one. The 650b do-it-all is not a

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Brewster: If you care to post photos and brief descriptions of your bikes, I'd be interested in looking at them. I used to have 1 bike with 3 wheelsets: 50 mm off road, 32 mm commuting, and 22 mm gofast, all with the appropriate cassettes. Sure, it all worked, but I was still limited by one bike:

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Visually, but certainly not in serviceability! Your 650B wheels will leave your bb 3/4" closer to the floor. Much more to the point would be 650B X 42s which are about the same diameter of 700C X 25s. Also, a bike designed to handle well with 42 or 50 mm tires won't handle as well with 25s, at lea

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

Thanks for all the feedback! So far it looks as though the Sugarloaf will prove better for my needs. Has anyone heard about the North Street Scout 14? https://northstbags.com/collections/scout-14-duffles -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

RE: [RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

I just got a scout for mt wife to sit on a surly 8 pack rack. It's very small compared to my reload bag. It would not fill a wald basket. -Original Message- From: "Davey Two Shoes" Sent: ‎5/‎30/‎2017 2:31 PM To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Subject: [RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf Thanks for a

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

One other thing to consider and it may have already been mentioned. If you go with two sets of wheels, consider having the width of the rims very close or the same as each other. If you have to completely readjust your brakes every time you make a wheel swap, you won't be as likely to get all

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

I second Justin's suggestion of the MAP/Ahearne bars. I'm running them on my cruiser-ish Atlantis with Paul thumbies and they are perfect for commuting, rambles and short overnighters. It also makes handling a typically overloaded front rack/basket very easy. - Eric in SF On Tuesday, May 30,

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 11:28:18 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Visually, but certainly not in serviceability! Your 650B wheels will leave > your bb 3/4" closer to the floor. Much more to the point would be 650B X > 42s which are about the same diameter of 700C X 25s. > Yes. So d

Re: [RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

Hi Jon, did you get the scout 11 or 14? On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 2:38:56 PM UTC-4, Jon BALER wrote: > > I just got a scout for mt wife to sit on a surly 8 pack rack. It's very > small compared to my reload bag. It would not fill a wald basket. > -- > From: Davey T

[RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

I curious to know if anyone has experimented with both these bars or the jinensha bars (are they exactly he same?) and the Choco-norm bars and have a sense of how the would compare. The Chocos would just be even more upright? On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 11:53:56 AM UTC-7, gordo wrote: > > I se

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Drew offered a multiple-choice scenario, based on various motivations and constraints, and asked 'what would you do?' Of the choices given, my honest most-likely choice would be: -realize that the one bike hypothesis is not practical and ignore all problems in your life. Assuming that's not wh

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

The MAPs are different from the Jitensha. They have more rise and a longer grip area. Plus you can get them in a much wider width (that I have not tried). And they are rated OK for MTB use and do not have a sleeved grip area. -Justin On May 30, 2017, 12:04 PM -0700, jjss , wrote: > I curious t

[RBW] Re: FEELER! 58cm appaloosa frame and fork

I have a 59cm Clem or a year old (hardly ridden) 58cm Surly Pacer that I built from the frame up. SRAM Force groupset. The Pacer is a great bike but I want something I can add racks to, fatter tires, etc. On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 1:13:45 AM UTC-4, Singlespeed Johnny wrote: > > i would ent

[RBW] Re: Albastache Setup Question.

I asked Grant once and he suggested this (Drew's reply) as the widest you would want them, but also said customers have convinced him that other setups can work well. Tony On Friday, May 26, 2017 at 6:50:05 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: > > I have mine set so that the end of the lever is in line with t

RE: [RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

Sorry, I got the smaller one -Original Message- From: "Davey Two Shoes" Sent: ‎5/‎30/‎2017 3:02 PM To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf Hi Jon, did you get the scout 11 or 14? On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 2:38:56 PM UTC-4, Jon BALER wrote: I just got a sc

[RBW] Re: Pick your paint Hunq

Dig it! The color and the head badge look so good together. Nicely done and congratulations! Regards, Richard On Monday, May 29, 2017 at 4:22:13 PM UTC-4, Pondero wrote: > > Fantastic! > > Enjoy!...and please share photos once it is built up. > > Chris Johnson > Sanger, Texas > > > On Sunday, Ma

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

i'm also loving my sugarloaf. it has now solidly replaced a handlebar bag and a saddlebag for daily riding. great size. i like the multiple pockets. easy on and off. doesn't look too bad walking around with it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

I think you may need one of each. BL in EC On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 9:14:26 AM UTC-7, Davey Two Shoes wrote: > > Hello all! > I hope everyone had a great weekend of riding. I did! > I'm looking to bring my basket to a more organized place. The old bungie > and random bag move is growing tir

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Congrats on your upcoming bundle of joy! It's the start of everything. But back to bikes, I'd sell two of them right off just for the sake of domestic tranquility, the two vintage bikes. Buy a nice crib and dresser with the proceeds. If you don't really need to sell, but just have no place

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Orc, Do you have any pictures of the tandem style cabling? I would be curious how that works to easily swap handle bars. I like the two wheel solution but to Patrick's point you are probably not going with a 23mm and 50 mm option. Maybe 40mm and 50mm? I would say with a new born you run out

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I would add that I think the Appaloosa would be a great solution as well for one bike and the long chain stays have been nice with a bike seat. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivi

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

i think that, in all foreseeable likelihood, i wont be running a tire under 40mm... especially on the hunq. right now it has 700x2.25 tires and feels somewhat monstrous on the 54cm frame. the vintage trek has 26x2.2 tires and it feels almost too nimble. so the idea of splitting that difference w

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

Davey, I've got both, (and a Scout 11 for that matter.) I like them all. I think the winner is the ShopSack. It's simpler. When I'm on a tour, I just throw stuff in. With lots of little pockets, I can't remember where I put what. With only one choice, I know it's all there. Also, the ShopSack

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I'm not that knowledgeable about bikes in particular, but the hung is your "favorite" and it's obvious from your follow up replies that it brings you so much joy. I wouldn't sell anything that brings that much happiness. After that, you can decide if the Sam (no more monetary layout) or the

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Drew, I ride my Bombadil pretty much 99 percent on road as I simply don't have any bike trails around my home, just mostly brutal not frequently used atv paths. I prefer road riding anyways, it's not so jarring(usually !). I also have nice custom sport touring bike with 35mm tires that rides smo

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Justin asked..."Which Bantam built machine would you choose? Rambler or Adventure bike?" Fortunately, my Rambler is pre-Bantam, so I think that means I am exempt from answering such as ridiculously difficult question, right? Besides, this thread is for Drew's dilemma. It is much easier to coa

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

50 mm tires versus 1" tires, actual width 22-24 mm depending on rim; both on NORBA era mountain bike with drop bar. The bikes I have in mind were notable for their very neutral -- very sweet -- handing with 2" tires, but put on a 26 X 1" tire and the handling was neither stable in a straight line,

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Oh man. You have a rambler and an adventure bike? Why would anyone need another 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+unsub

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

There are certainly other reasons than the Joneses to have more than 1 bike! Drew: If you put a gun to my head and told me, "Choose just one," and if you weren't going to use fat tires, why not the Sam? Though an Atlantis would be Riv model #2 on my list, after the Roadeo, if I had a Riv list. On

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I would say keep the Hunq and at least one of the other three (a back-up commuter is an essential for me). You could always have the canti mounts moved on the Hunq to the 650b position, questions of BB clearance, but that's often solved by running a wider tire. I have a frame and fork with the

[RBW] Re: Pick your paint Hunq

I can not wait for you to build that up... -- 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 gro

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

*NEVER* mind. I see you said "under 40" and not "over 40". https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwixk9GC8ZjUAhXKwVQKHaZFAnkQ3ywIKTAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DV3FnpaWQJO0&usg=AFQjCNHPlGQEyIRumeF2Nfwx1-9qlur4eA&sig2=BkqcKK7ATb

[RBW] Re: Atlantis for Hunq trade?

Well thats it then. You need to get a Hunq On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 1:20:02 AM UTC-4, Dylan Green pdx wrote: > > I appreciate the input! I am downsizing as well, and while yeah they'll do > basically the same thing, there was a certain feeling I had when I was > riding the Hunq through the Ca

[RBW] Re: CETMA rack and Sackville ShopSack

Bump and Price drop. I'll drop the price of the CETMA rack to $90.00 shipped and the ShopSack to $60.00 shipped. On Sunday, May 28, 2017 at 9:51:36 AM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Drew said..."Oh man. You have a rambler and an adventure bike? Why would anyone need another bike?" To answer his question, and sort of aim back at the original one bike idea, let me say that I don't need another bike...but I also have a Quickbeam. Any one of my bikes could be a "one bike" for

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 2:53:20 PM UTC-7, Jonathan D. wrote: > > Orc, > > Do you have any pictures of the tandem style cabling? I would be curious > how that works to easily swap handle bars. > No pictures, but S&S sells them @ http://www.sandsmachine.com/ac_cable.htm -david parsons -- Yo

[RBW] Re: Atlantis for Hunq trade?

adios Atlantis, MB-1... On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 5:36:20 PM UTC-7, Davey Two Shoes wrote: > > Well thats it then. You need to get a Hunq > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 1:20:02 AM UTC-4, Dylan Green pdx wrote: >> >> I appreciate the input! I am downsizing as well, and while yeah they'll >> do

[RBW] Re: FS: Practically new 59cm Clem Smith Jr. H

Giving this a bump. I've got the Clem listed on CL and BikeExchange for $1,150 these days but for a list special I'd let it go for $1,000 shipped. It's a great bike for someone and it's not doing anyone any good sitting in my basement. I took some pics which you can find here: https://goo.gl

[RBW] On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Dear Drew, It really depends on how you use your bikes. For example, if you own no car (or lack access to it during the week), commute farther than easy walk/run distance, and do not have good access to transit, then having two machines that at least overlap in this vital function is a very g

Re: [RBW] On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I can't really add anything meaningful regarding which bike to keep/get. My personal preference is 100% Atlantis over Hunqapillar, but I'm not you. What I would recommend is for you to ask yourself. "What will I regret the most? Selling the Hunqapillar to get the Atlantis or keeping the Hunqapilla

Re: [RBW] On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

Everybody stop talking. I know exactly what needs to be done here. 1. Keep the Hunq which is your TBBITW (The Best Bike in the World). 2. Buy one of these: http://www.tagabikes.com. You know, under the guise of a gift to the new baby, and all. You're welcome. My work here is done. Leah -- Yo

[RBW] Re: Atlantis for Hunq trade?

my friend was deadset on an atlantis and when i took him to rivendell, he test drove pretty much everything they had. at the end he was like, "i really wanted to like the atlantis the most but man when i was on that hunqapillar i felt i could take it anywhere" or something like that. i have a 5

[RBW] On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I believe Jobst Brandt had only one bike and he went everywhere! I think you can satisfy want and need all in one shot. You want an Atlantis and at that point you only need one bike! Done! Optimization is the enemy of opportunity. I've had more fun using the "wrong" bike than using what would b

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

Choco bars come way way back. Further than albatross even. The map bar are a good suggestion for an uprightish bar on a bike without a super long top tube. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis Rebuild Ideas

Ugh! Now I'm really starting to worry that I need to rethink. I've always been happy w/ my hands just over my brakes on the noodles just at its set up in the picture. Seems like the chocos might be too far back. On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 11:18:35 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: > > Choco bars come

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

One bike + a home workshop. On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 11:30:52 PM UTC-6, christian poppell wrote: > > I believe Jobst Brandt had only one bike and he went everywhere! I think > you can satisfy want and need all in one shot. You want an Atlantis and at > that point you only need one bike! Done!