[RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

2017-10-02 Thread Surlyprof
Doug, It actually fits 3 and half the roof slides back to make it easier to get them in and out. Nice shed. I think it's by Rubbermaid. I still don't want to sleep in it! John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscr

[RBW] Re: FS Schwalbe Big Apple, 700 x 55, Raceguard Line. PAIR, $45 + shipping

2017-10-02 Thread TopsfieldRider
Tires have sold. Thank you. On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 4:31:31 PM UTC-4, Andrew Huston wrote: > > Pm'd -- 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: Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread M G
Hi - those are WTB slicks - they're excellent. I found them in the UK on super special for approx $50 each. I've seen them anywhere up to around $70. If I could fit the WTBs on my 650b single [which fits Hetres + fenders] I would...i think they're great tires [can't lose the fenders because

[RBW] Re: Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread M G
Hey, thanks...fluted fenders going on it soonish. And I will point out that it's a dyno hub, because we ride a lot in the late afternoons / into nights, and use it as our going into town for the evening transport (though we're also starting to split our time between our rural homestead and Cam

[RBW] Re: Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread M G
2" tire is plenty big i think. We had 38 mms on the Santana for a bit, and even on dirt, they were overkill. With 33s, there's still enough cushion / but the steering reverts back to [nicely] sporty. I have always been super impressed w Santanas, and liked this one a lot / I rode it with my s

[RBW] Re: Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Gorgeous Hubba build, smartly appointed. Great rider photo on the Santana! Aside from the Riv-like ride, the wide fit ranges are another big plus with the Hubbubhubbuhs. What size is yours? My son and I also ride a Santana--a 26" that I Rivved up with the fattest tires possible (2.1", inhibited

Re: [RBW] Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread Curtis McKenzie
Wonderful. That is fast! Curtus On Oct 2, 2017 6:28 AM, "M G" wrote: > Hey, though not much of a poster here (at least not since 2010 or so), > here is a photo of our new RIv tandem. > The Riv is super great. > We have had many tandems over the years, this one is one of the great > ones. > Rea

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread RichS
Perfection indeed. Love those classic, elegant lines. Enjoy! Richard On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 12:25:00 PM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote: > > wowzers that looks like a lot of fun! > > On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 9:51:57 PM UTC-4, MountNormal wrote: >> >> Howdy folks, >> So the 56 650b Hunqapi

[RBW] Re: Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread RichS
Sensational Hubbubhubbah! So classy looking. Thanks for your post. I'm with Patrick in the "boo hoo" no one to ride with category. Regards, Richard On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 9:28:24 AM UTC-4, M G wrote: > > Hey, though not much of a poster here (at least not since 2010 or so), > here is a

[RBW] ISO (Maybe) a 54-56cm frame

2017-10-02 Thread Belopsky
Anyone have something affordable? I am looking for a comfortable ride to go 'just ride' - My custom Gunnar is still some weeks away. Looking for mainly frame/fork but if affordable enough I'll consider a complete or mostly complete. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] Re: FS/FT Nitto things and other miscellanous items (also on internet-bob)

2017-10-02 Thread Rob H.
*Used (and some new) stuff i got for sale or trade:* nitto dove bars (25.4 clamp area) $30 *SOLD* nitto 46cm noodle (26.0 clamp area) $50* (will trade for narrower Nitto bars that accept bar-end shifters)* nitto moustache bars (26.0 clamp area) $40 * (will trade for narrower Nitto bars that accep

[RBW] FS Schwalbe Big Apple, 700 x 55, Raceguard Line. PAIR, $45 + shipping

2017-10-02 Thread Andrew Huston
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Re: [RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

2017-10-02 Thread Lee Legrand
Just remember, none of these cats who want you to buy the Atlantis would be willing to trade your place of sleeping in that small shed. On Mon, Oct 2, 2017 at 12:59 PM, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > I'm sure you could make that comfy with new curtains and rugs! :) > > On Thursday, September 28, 20

Re: [RBW] WTB: Clem 45cm or Appa 46cm (frame or complete)

2017-10-02 Thread Lee Legrand
It is the smallest largest size I would put her on, meaning, there are smaller wheels sizes but they feel the road more than a 26" wheel and they are standard. On Mon, Oct 2, 2017 at 2:28 PM, Ash [who works to bike] wrote: > Want to try and get my wife into biking. She's 5'2", so I'm thinking a

[RBW] WTB: Clem 45cm or Appa 46cm (frame or complete)

2017-10-02 Thread Ash [who works to bike]
Want to try and get my wife into biking. She's 5'2", so I'm thinking a bike with 26" wheels would be ideal. -- 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

[RBW] Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread lum gim fong
Congrats Love those fork leg bends. Nice. What tires are those and how much do they cost? From the pics they look like they may be a nice alternative to the Compass slicks tires. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsu

[RBW] Re: Floor Stand Recommendation for Clem.

2017-10-02 Thread David B
Great. I think those style will work well. I'll search around. David On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 11:48:02 AM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I have several of the ones that drew linked to although I'm not 100% sure > it is the same brand. (looks just like mine) I've bought a few at my >

Re: [RBW] Are you an "Oscar," or a "Felix" bike rider?

2017-10-02 Thread Patrick Moore
We need a sliding scale. Me: Assembly: 10/10 Felix Choice of components: 10/10 Felix Adjustment of body-supporting parts: 10/10 Felix Modifications: 9/10 Felix Gearing selection: 10/10 Felix Drivetrain upkeep: 9/10 Felix Other moving parts, upkeep: 8/10 Felix Dirt on the frame and shiny bits: 7/10

[RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

2017-10-02 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I'm sure you could make that comfy with new curtains and rugs! :) On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 9:39:16 AM UTC-4, Surlyprof wrote: > > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/rivendell-atlantis-full-build/6322422171.html > > I'm not affiliated but this looked like a great deal. Half tempte

Re: [RBW] Hubbubhubbuh tandem report

2017-10-02 Thread Patrick Moore
That's a great photo of the two of you on the Santana! And interesting, but not surprising, to read that the Riv tandem exhibits the handling traits of their singles. Patrick "no one to ride a tandem with, boo hoo!" Moore On Mon, Oct 2, 2017 at 7:22 AM, M G wrote: > Hey, though not much of a p

[RBW] Re: Floor Stand Recommendation for Clem.

2017-10-02 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I have several of the ones that drew linked to although I'm not 100% sure it is the same brand. (looks just like mine) I've bought a few at my LBS. I'm happy with mine. I have a few that I bought at Performance that you have to assemble and have the "cones" on the top to fight the tires bet

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread Philip Kim
wowzers that looks like a lot of fun! On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 9:51:57 PM UTC-4, MountNormal wrote: > > Howdy folks, > So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I > think). Impression? It's more nimble and light than I expected but I'm used > to riding a Surly

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal
Chris, You're welcome Sir. I think 2.6 would fit...might have to let some air out to get 'em through the brakes but pretty sure they'd work. Stephen On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 10:23:13 AM UTC-5, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > Thanks for posting the clearance pics!   I've been following some of th

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks for posting the clearance pics! I've been following some of the online chatter on dedicated MTB's and many people think the industry is going to settle on 27.5 x 2.6 tires rather than full 3" tires. It looks like those would be a possibility on this bike. On Sunday, October 1, 201

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal
Surlyprof, It definitely is a helluva bicycle. I'll keep you updated as to the level of my enjoyment.👍 On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 10:03:51 AM UTC-5, Surlyprof wrote: > My dream bike.  Beautiful!  Enjoy it for many, many years (...and if you stop > enjoying it... let me know!) > > > John

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal
Keith, Here's a better pic of the crown and an attempt to show the brake cable...I'm planning on using flat fenders and will need to grind away some wood to clear the cables. On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 9:52:15 AM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote: > You posted photos as I was typing my question.  Th

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread Surlyprof
My dream bike. Beautiful! Enjoy it for many, many years (...and if you stop enjoying it... let me know!) John On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 6:51:57 PM UTC-7, MountNormal wrote: > > Howdy folks, > So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I > think). Impression?

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal
Keith, The pic of the crown is misleading, I think there would be room for fenders. The brace between the seat stays is pretty close though, and with a 2.4 tire, the brake cables would be an issue. My plan is to get wooden fenders and I'll be able to "shape" them to fithopefully. On Mo

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread iamkeith
You posted photos as I was typing my question. Thanks again. Indeed, it looks like the fork crown is STILL the limiting factor. Curious On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 8:50:41 AM UTC-6, iamkeith wrote: > > > > On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:53:38 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: >> >> Is the

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread iamkeith
On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:53:38 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > Is the tire clearance maxed out with those 2.4's?I recently rode some > 27.5+ and they were amazing. > >> >> I'm kind of curious about this too - though from a fender-ability question as much as from a bigger tire

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal
Thank you Bill. 👍 On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 8:54:21 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Vigorously APPROVE > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal
Thank you James. On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 9:07:06 PM UTC-5, James Warren wrote: > That is perfection. > > > > On Oct 1, 2017, at 6:51 PM, MountNormal wrote: > > > > Howdy folks, > >So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I > > think). Impression? It's mo

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

2017-10-02 Thread Will
On the other hand... once John has an Atlantis he's done with with Riv fetishness. There's nothing like Atlantis. He will have the true cahuna and he will know it. On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 8:51:16 PM UTC-5, Surlyprof wrote: > > This is John's wife... He is welcome to buy the bike if he sel

[RBW] 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread MountNormal
Absolutely no toe overlap, I'd have to be wearing snowshoes to get toe overlap. -- 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...

[RBW] 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread Bill Lindsay
Vigorously APPROVE Bill Lindsay El Cerrito Ca -- 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 thi

[RBW] Are you an "Oscar," or a "Felix" bike rider?

2017-10-02 Thread 'Mojo' via RBW Owners Bunch
I am a Felix converting towards an Oscar. Dirt bike drivetrains stay clean and lubed and big chunks of dirt/mud are removed from the frame, racks, wheels. Road bikes are kept much cleaner, but not immaculate like in days past. After a wet ride, I spend 15 minutes wiping and lubing, 10 minutes or

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Is the tire clearance maxed out with those 2.4's?I recently rode some 27.5+ and they were amazing. On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 8:51:57 PM UTC-5, MountNormal wrote: > > Howdy folks, > So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I > think). Impression? It's m

[RBW] 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread Christopher Cote
Very nice! Do you get any toe overlap with that setup? Chris -- 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.