[RBW] FS: 60cm Sam Hillborne complete, a 54cm Rambouillet complete, and a 60cm Saluki frame/fork, w XTR/Schmidt dynamo 650b wheelset, & GB fenders

Hi, I'm Shawn and its time to start selling some of my Rivendell bicycles, bags, clothing, racks, and ephemera. My sale starts here with these three lightly ridden bicycles: the full specifications are available at the photo descriptions. 60cm Saluki -

[RBW] Re: Help in selecting a 700C rim for my Appaloosa

I'm very happy with the A23 on the rear of my Sam with 38s. On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 12:34:24 AM UTC+2, Broccoli Cog wrote: > > Hello bike friends, > > I'm am planning a 700C wheel build for my Joe Appaloosa. I pretty much > have my heart set on Velocity rims but the question is which

[RBW] Re: Illustrated Holiday Flyer

Happy Thanksgiving to all on this list! May we all count our blessings and not our worries. On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 12:02:16 AM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > > https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1403/7343/files/RBW-Holiday-Flyer-2017-FINAL.pdf?17308995836335189454 > > I got a kick

[RBW] Re: MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

I would totally rock that shirt. Multi-color buttons would actually be cool. But my wife would sock me in the shoulder, hard, if I spent $87.00 on a shirt. One shirt! Man, I don't want to see that face when the bank statement comes in. > I would totally rock that shirt. My wife would

[RBW] Illustrated Holiday Flyer

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1403/7343/files/RBW-Holiday-Flyer-2017-FINAL.pdf?17308995836335189454 I got a kick out of this. I really like the illustrations. I don't know if Grant did them all--there are several different styles going, but I draw like that too (the Sackvilles look like

[RBW] Re: MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

I dig those buttons. I think my wife would be into it (fashion school). It's about time for me to refresh my wardrobe, so maybe I'll find out. I have a project queued up to use the Riv stitching awl to put new frogs/toggles on my 20 year old duffel coat. Philip www.biketinker.com On

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse

I like my Vitesse. I have the 700 x 42. Previously this bike had the Compass Barlow 38s. I would agree that the Compass ride a little better--and room for fenders. For me it is handling. That may be a function of the width taking the bike geometries into an area that starts to slightly degrade

[RBW] Re: Help in selecting a 700C rim for my Appaloosa

I have a set of Atlas 650b on my Clementine. They are certainly up to the tasks you describe. I've taken them off road, hauled my kid on his Burley Picollo, loaded 40-50pds of groceries, etc. I did hit a massive pothole at night at speed that put a dent in the rear, but was able to ride home.

[RBW] Re: FS scout 11 trunk duffle

bag is sold On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 10:52:00 AM UTC-5, Jon BALER wrote: > > I am selling a brand new Scout 11 Trunk Duffle - Teal / White. My wife > didn't like it. > > $65 plus shipping. > > Ellicott City, MD > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot 55cm

I once read but never heard repeated that the Bleriot name and decals were conceived as a travel bike (S maybe?). Rivendell had the art ready to go and it ended up on the Riv+QBP bike. It is a good name for a bike but a GREAT name for a travel bike. Cheers! Chris -- You received this

[RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot 55cm

I'm not an huge fan of the color (although is pretty enough), but I agree about the graphics. I love the plane flying through the "Bleriot" decal on the downtube, which Grant told me is called a spear. Plus "Bleriot" is just a great bike name. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

Buy seven. Swap buttons to match. Different color every day of the week. Shirts solved for the next three years. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

Here you go John: https://www.rivbike.com/collections/featured-products/products/musa-can-tuck-it-button-down My standard comment: I dig it. I'll add one more: This is an amazing deal for a shirt made in the USA from nice Japanese fabric. Maybe I can swing by this weekend... Best, Reed On

[RBW] Re: Help in selecting a 700C rim for my Appaloosa

Mavic A319 John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- 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,

[RBW] Re: MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

Bill Can you share a link to the shirt??? John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- 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: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Photos of Rawland demiporteur rack and surly petite porterhouse bag https://www.flickr.com/photos/jon_baler/37643642766/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/jon_baler/36148684974 On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 3:14:56 PM UTC-5, Jon BALER wrote: > > Rawland demiporteur rack and surly petite

[RBW] Re: WTB: 57 or 59 cm Bleriot

There is a 59 Bleriot for $850 in Portland on Craigslist. -- 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: FS: Bleriot 55cm

Bleriots are cool. And the metallic paint job and silver parts just light up like diamonds in the sunlight. I have had a 55, and now a 53. Nice bikes. One of the coolest decals on a Rivbike ever made. I think Bleriots, Ranbouillets, and Salukis have the coolest decal art. -- You received this

[RBW] FS: 54cm Hunqapillar

Frame has been sold. Feel free to inquire about wheelsets or components. -- 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: Bosco Bullmoose Variations

Put them on my Cheviot and I think they are perfect for the bike. Have the narrower of the two mooses. Has the chocomooses before and like them too but prefer the "bad angle" boscomooses for the greater variety of positions. Best, Clayton Scott SF, CA On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at

[RBW] FS Porcelain Rocket Mr. Fusion V2 seatbag in red

For sale is my Porcelain Rocket Mr. Fusion V2 seatbag in red. Seatpost clamp is 27.2. Installed for a ride but never used during campout. In excellent condition with very minor rub on the holster. $140 plus shipping CONUS (bike not included :) Thanks, Bruce in San Diego -- You received this

[RBW] Re: WTB: 57 or 59 cm Bleriot

There's a 57 complete on San Francisco Craigslist. I can't vouch for the seller, but I just happened to see it today on my standard craigslist crawling. The asking price is $1200 for a complete bike. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 12:23:54 PM UTC-8,

[RBW] Re: Bosco Bullmoose Variations

Thanks for the heads up. I guess I overlooked the simplest answer. I just assumed that the ones on their website would be the only ones they had left. I'll call them today. Also, what bike did you put them on? Are you liking them so far? On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 11:12:26 PM UTC-6,

[RBW] WTB: 57 or 59 cm Bleriot

Looking for a 57 or 59 cm Bleriot (86 PBH), frame or complete. Im in Ohio and willing to travel to pick up if shipping isn't an option. Also would entertain the idea of a used Sam or Atlantis (55 Sam) if the price is right. Thanks. - Chad -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Have you had a Baker's Cyst?

I got one a few years ago when I was training for a triathlon. Mine really didn't impact biking at all and was only a minor inconvenience when running. I ended up getting mine drained by a doctor right before the triathlon and it felt fine but it did come back. I solved the problem by

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Rawland demiporteur rack and surly petite porterhouse bag is a nice combo that will carry a lot. Includes d-rings for extra capacity on top. -- 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] FS: Sackville Saddlesack Large Olive

It occurred to me that I’ve had this for more than a year and have only used it once. It deserves to go to a new home where it get out in the sun more often. Used but in excellent condition. Includes the separate, small bag that comes with the Saddlesack. Also includes custom corrugated plastic

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse

I've had good luck with the soma shikoro 38mm tires on my commuter. They ride nice and few flats over 1.5 years of commuting on suburban roads and shoulders. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse

Thanks The Unusual Link Between Alzheimer's and Coconut Oil (Watch) Memory Repair Protocol http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/5a15d53567a1f5535711dst04duc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse

Mike, They measure 49 mm on Alex DM24 rims. When I mounted them a couple of months ago they were a couple of mm smaller. Julian Westerhout Bloomington, Il On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 11:52:28 AM UTC-6, mike goldman wrote: > > Julian, > What is the actual width of you 700c48 tires?

[RBW] FS: Sackville Saddlesack Large Olive

It occurred to me that I’ve had this for more than a year and have only used it once. It deserves to go to a new home where it get out in the sun more often. Used but in excellent condition. Includes the separate, small bag that comes with the Saddlesack. Also includes custom corrugated plastic

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Patrick I've enjoyed alot of things you've shared over the years but this; "Framebags do force the use of ultralight gear because they do not carry much. You will get all four seasons, sometimes within an hour, on the trail. Ultralight gear is wimpy. It will fail, and in circumstances less

[RBW] Re: MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

Yeah even on the bike I'd be hounded mercilessly from the wife with that one. This one isn't for me. I liked the little bit of red thread on my brown/blue MUSA pant back pocket as a bit of flair but that's a lot of different colors. Of all the MUSA items I'm sorry I missed out on the green

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse

Both great Compass ride a little better. I feel more efficient on them. SV wins the width race in 70C. 48's But I like the Compass 44's a little better. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 21, 2017, at 9:44 PM, Adam Kilgas wrote: > > I've been looking at these tires

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse

Julian, What is the actual width of you 700c48 tires? Mike We Say GoodBye To Sally Fields iflperfecttouch.com http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/5a15b93834f2e39384c6dst01duc -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse

I have the 700 x 48 version on my giant Clem... love them! Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 7:11:57 PM UTC-6, Carla Waugh wrote: > > I am running these tires on my Sam and they are huge and plush. So far I’m > really liking them. -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Joe Appaloosa, 58cm, butternut

All good. I'll look at it later and send measurements over of my setup. I'm 6'2", and was recommended a 60cm Joe. I went with the 58 because I wanted to use it with drop bars and have been thrilled with it. On Monday, November 20, 2017 at 7:20:40 AM UTC-6, Andrew Huston wrote: > > Geez.

[RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse

I have 700x33’s (with 3,000 miles on them) and 700x38’s and love the buttery ride. -- 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: MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

Is there a sizing chart for these? What are the measurements for the sizes? I didn't see anything, but then I'm waiting for my new glasses to arrive. On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 11:29:28 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Recent instagram photos of GP have shown him in a MUSA dress

[RBW] Re: May be a dumb question but if you've shortened your bars once can you do it again?

It may be the width of the bar not the length of the sweep. Wider bars increase steering response. More twitchy. On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 11:47:33 AM UTC-5, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > This is about my Choco-norm bars on my mixte > > Mark at RBW chopped about 15mm or so off the ends. I still

Re: [RBW] MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

Hide it from your wife Bill. :) On Wed, Nov 22, 2017 at 11:29 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Recent instagram photos of GP have shown him in a MUSA dress shirt with > multi-colored buttons. Now they are for sale. Cue up all the standard > comments... > > Here's my standard

[RBW] MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

Recent instagram photos of GP have shown him in a MUSA dress shirt with multi-colored buttons. Now they are for sale. Cue up all the standard comments... Here's my standard comment re: MUSA clothing in general: I would totally rock that shirt. My wife would shake her head and make me get

[RBW] FS scout 11 trunk duffle

I am selling a brand new Scout 11 Trunk Duffle - Teal / White. My wife didn't like it. $65 plus shipping. Ellicott City, MD -- 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

[RBW] Re: May be a dumb question but if you've shortened your bars once can you do it again?

Definitely get a heavier duty one, so you can cut threadless steel steerer tubes as well. -- 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] FS: 54cm Hunqapillar

Oh man, just my size. Aarrggg my wife would kill me! -- 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: FS: 54cm Hunqapillar

Oops! Now I see the sticky post about replying FS ads. Drew, I've sent a PM. --Steve On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 9:59:42 AM UTC-5, Steve wrote: > > Hi, (Sorry, I more or less lurk on this list—I’m Steve, Homer Hilsen rider > for the past 8 or 9 years.) > I’m very interested in your

[RBW] FS: 54cm Hunqapillar

Hi, (Sorry, I more or less lurk on this list—I’m Steve, Homer Hilsen rider for the past 8 or 9 years.) I’m very interested in your Hunq. Is it better to discuss on or off-list? Thank you, Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Or you could change the brake hanger to a fork-crown mounted one . That should keep the cable and front bag from interfering. With a Hunq, I'd recommend a small front rack like the Nitto M12

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Hi Ed, If you'd really like to use the Sweet Roll (or similar), V-brakes would be fine. (V-brakes would require appropriate brake lever.) Good luck on the trip! shoji On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 12:48:19 AM UTC-5, ed wrote: > > Last year I bought Philips' 48 Hunqapillar frame and I

[RBW] Re: Casual Observations on Japanese Metropolitan Area Bike Transportation

Nice write up, Bob. I lived in urban Chiba about 10 years ago, and I sometimes met entitled cyclists. I often quarreled with them since I refused to yield to such rude cyclists. I now live in rural area of Nagano where I meet very few cyclists, but when I visit Tokyo, it seems that cyclists

[RBW] Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Awesome trip you have planned! Fantastic! I prefer panniers and have ridden sections the high altitude sections of the GDMBR (which is 99% back roads), as well as large sections of the Colorado Trail and the Colorado portion of the Divide Trail (mostly single track) and ground clearence is a

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Ed, I rode the Divide with those same Tubus racks on an Ogre and clearance was hardly ever an issue. Steve On Wed, Nov 22, 2017 at 12:48 AM Ed Fausto wrote: > Last year I bought Philips' 48 Hunqapillar frame and I just recently > installed a Cliffhanger wheelset with dyno

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Ground clearance will not be an issue on the GDMBR. The VAST majority of the route consists of gravel roads. Jay On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 9:48:19 PM UTC-8, ed wrote: > > Last year I bought Philips' 48 Hunqapillar frame and I just recently > installed a Cliffhanger wheelset with dyno

[RBW] Re: May be a dumb question but if you've shortened your bars once can you do it again?

Presently, I have a 120mm stem on the 55cm Cheviot that has a 59.5cm effective top tube and have not trimmed the bar ends. Using Paul thumbies but I will change to the IRD stem mount shifters to clean up the bars. This is my first 'upright' bike and the varied hand positions of the Bosco bars

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Could this help? https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-wire-guard-20189 -- 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