Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

I say just ride. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 16, 2018, at 11:43 PM, M Talley wrote: > > Interesting. I see the curved second top tube of the new Atlantis inverted > here. Though probably thicker walled for this application. It reminds me how > now I see bicycle design in terms of palettes

Re: [RBW] Introduction from RBW fans in NZ

Hi Chris, Congratulations on your new Hunqapillar! I am sure you will enjoy your new bike. Yes, please do report back with pictures :-) On Wed, Sep 12, 2018 at 6:42 AM, Chris in NZ wrote: > Hello everybody > > I’ve been a member of this forum for a while but haven’t had much to > contribute so

[RBW] Re: Shimano cantilever brakes (CX-70/50) link wire question

95 mm on my CX-50s. On Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 3:03:29 PM UTC-4, Jeffrey B wrote: > > Please help! I'm setting up a set of new CX-70 brakes on my Sam Hillborne > and can't find the link wires. I called Riv but they don't have > replacements. Would anyone be willing to measure the length

[RBW] Billie Bar vs. Jones Loop H-Bar

In the most perfectly 'Grant' fashion, the dimension descriptions of the Billie are more about ~feel~ than anything else. Which I really appreciate, but I've never ridden an Alba so I don't have much of a starting point to base his descriptions on. Can anybody who's ridden both a Jones Loop

[RBW] Re: Heron again

You're very fortunate to have found your (s)old bike in good condition. Although it's another form of two-wheeled transportation, I had always regretted selling a certain Norton Commando motorcycle. So I tracked down the buyer. The good news: he still had the bike *and* it was for sale. The

[RBW] WTB: Completely knackered Brooks B68 (Going to try re-hanging a leather top)

Has anyone tried re-hanging (that's the term used in the two links referenced below) a new leather top on a saddle that's completely shot? I came across an eBay auction for new saddle leather die-cut to the dimensions necessary to rebuild various Brooks saddles. As I've grown fond of the

[RBW] Re: Northeast Riv Unmeeting 2018, Interest/Headcount, Columbus Day Weekend

Hi all, maybe I missed it, but does someone have contact information on the Y camp to reserve a cabin? Thanks Dwight onna Homer On Friday, 7 September 2018 16:00:03 UTC-4, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > Hi Marc! > Yeah it's a bit antiquatedthe way I did it is I called

[RBW] Re: Berthoud fender installation questions

Hi All, Lots of useful information being traded here. I see that, when trying to squeeze out the last bit of clearance under the fork crown, there's no love for the traditional daruma bolt/nut. I'd like to suggest taking a look at the PlugNut fender mount, which lets you create a flush-mount,

[RBW] Introduction from RBW fans in NZ

Hello everybody I’ve been a member of this forum for a while but haven’t had much to contribute so far aside from the odd comment on a couple of threads. However, I thought I would introduce myself in anticipation of a post in the coming weeks once I assemble a couple of dream bikes

[RBW] MTB on the Blahg (again)

STU LEWIS OBLONGS -- 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] FS: 58 Sam Hillborne, dark orange

Hi Tom Can you give me a measurement from the ground to midpoint of top tube? Many thanks, Peter -- 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: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Interesting. I see the curved second top tube of the new Atlantis inverted here. Though probably thicker walled for this application. It reminds me how now I see bicycle design in terms of palettes of tube selections. After looking over what some of the new models out from Surly, All City and

Re: [RBW] Hilltrek Ventile Cotton Analogy Sale

John, please do post some pictures when your Greenspot arrives. Eamon -- 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: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

Looks beauty I always wondered how the Hunq's compare to an Atlantis. Enjoy it, you have a great bike. Mark On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 6:51:57 PM UTC-7, Stephen W. wrote: > > Howdy folks, > So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pics (I > think). Impression? It's

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Soma San Marcos - Size 54

Okay, thanks! I’m still mulling. Patrick On Sun, Sep 16, 2018 at 5:05 PM RDS wrote: > Yes, the brakes are included. My fault for not mentioning this in the > original post. > > > On Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 7:52:56 PM UTC-4, RDS wrote: >> >> Soma San Marcos size 54 - Frame, Fork,

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

The "sweepback bar cruisers" ride great, as does my Roadini. In my opinion only someone who's never ridden the new models would dismiss them. -- 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] Hilltrek Ventile Cotton Analogy Sale

Well, I opted for the 2x Ventile Greenspot jacket, even though I was really interested in a smock. It won't be here for 6-8 weeks, so won't be able to report for a while yet. I wanted the jacket because it will be primarily used as a commuting/general purpose jacket, and a zipper is more

Re: [RBW] ISO inexpensive, narrow, Maes Parallel bar

Related image On 09/16/2018 10:13 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: I call, recall, and recall again the 42 cm one obscenely wide. On Sun, Sep 16, 2018 at 7:58 PM, Steve Palincsar > wrote: Don't forget, those Maes parallel bars' measurements are at the bar ends, and

Re: [RBW] ISO inexpensive, narrow, Maes Parallel bar

I call, recall, and recall again the 42 cm one obscenely wide. On Sun, Sep 16, 2018 at 7:58 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > Don't forget, those Maes parallel bars' measurements are at the bar ends, > and they flare a bit. At the hoods, the 44 cm Compass Maes Parallel is > perhaps 42 cm wide, if

Re: [RBW] ISO inexpensive, narrow, Maes Parallel bar

Don't forget, those Maes parallel bars' measurements are at the bar ends, and they flare a bit.  At the hoods, the 44 cm Compass Maes Parallel is perhaps 42 cm wide, if that much.  It's risible to call even the 44 "obscenely wide." On 09/16/2018 09:40 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: I know that

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Don: I joined Rivendell circa 1994, and I too have observed the transition from Old School steel-and-toe-clips-and-wool-jersey roadie schtick, and cheap but smart kit, to the current crop of cruisers (that last term is not used in deprecation, but it's an apt term) and $250+ bags. I've owned 5

[RBW] ISO inexpensive, narrow, Maes Parallel bar

I know that this is the list of wide bars, so perhaps my search is not so forlorn after all. Now is *your* opportunity to dump that god-forsaken, heretical *narrow* bar and earn some cash for it. I'd like to try a Maes Parallel-type bar on the Hon Solo. I want a 125 mm drop and 115 mm reach, or

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

I really like my Roadeo and loved my Ram. I appreciate Grant's vision. But, I have ZERO interest in his new models. He lost my interest. On Friday, September 14, 2018 at 8:43:49 PM UTC-7, Collin A wrote: > > Looks different, as all rivendell bikes do. It'll be interesting to see > how it rides

[RBW] Re: Building out New Old Stock 2009 Sam Hillborne

Very nice! I was considering green bar tape for my build too :-) I've noticed the paint seems to chip easily, but so far not in large flakes. If it ever gets to the point of needing to repaint it, I will also change the rear brake braze-ons to accommodate continuous housing, but I hope that

[RBW] Re: Shimano cantilever brakes (CX-70/50) link wire question

I set up two bikes with CX-50's and, on both bikes, the link wire wasn't the right length to fit over fenders. I had generic straddle wire & carriers in my parts bin and they work great. Brad Queens On Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 3:03:29 PM UTC-4, Jeffrey B wrote: > > Please help! I'm

[RBW] Re: Best brake fork crown clearance calipers?

Aha! I guess I always think about buying brakes as a pair (front and rear), but the original post did specify best fork crown clearance, so maybe the search is just for a single brake. - Eamon On Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 12:51:49 PM UTC-7, tc wrote: > > Right now (Sunday 9/16 3:47pm ET)

[RBW] Re: FS: Soma San Marcos - Size 54

Yes, the brakes are included. My fault for not mentioning this in the original post. On Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 7:52:56 PM UTC-4, RDS wrote: > > Soma San Marcos size 54 - Frame, Fork, Headset (FSA). I am the 2nd owner > (I think) and the first owner did not ride the bike. I probably

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Agree the big one does seem like it could just as easily have 29+ tires. -- 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: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

After staring for a day, i have to say the overall shape has really grown on me a lot. I sort of liked the look of the Ritchey Commando (the newer, steel, fat bike version of that name), which had a similar curve for standover clearance... but then somehow completely missed the boat by still

[RBW] 56 & 58 Hunq standover with max tire?

Measured mine right in front of bottom bracket. -- 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

[RBW] 56 & 58 Hunq standover with max tire?

The 56 with 650b x 2.4 Continental x-kings is 82.5 cm. This is Stephen’s former Hunq of which I am now the proud owner! -- 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

[RBW] 56 & 58 Hunq standover with max tire?

I’ve got a grey 58 and with Schwalb smart sams at700x 1.75 I am showing 33.25 inches midway. -- 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: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

My first reaction from the initial visual wasn't super positive... but it's growing on me a bit. I don't love that top tube curve but I'm not sure why. I do love Grant's Mongolian horseback analogy for trail riding, I've never thought about it that way and will re-read a couple times and try

[RBW] 56 & 58 Hunq standover with max tire?

I'm having a hard time finding standover heights for the 56 Hunq (which I believe was only offered in 650b) with the max tire. This chart lists standover of the 56 at 84.1, and 58 at 86.7 -- but not sure if that's at max tire size, which would be a

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

TC- I don't own the bicycle any longer (went a size up to a 59 650b Hunqapillar) but if I remember correctly the standover was 84.4 Stephen -- 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: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

Hey Stephen, I know it's been almost a year since you posted this, but wondering if you could share the standover with those tires? Thanks, Tom On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 9:51:57 PM UTC-4, Stephen W. wrote: > > Howdy folks, > So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

They were way, way down on the photo page of the post dougP referenced. Initially, I thought Manny had linked to the wrong page but that red bike his friend was riding interested me enough that I stayed on the page anyway only to realize the Gus photos were there after all. On Sunday,

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

I like the look of this bike. I’d say it looks like a low rider...I can even hear the Low Rider song playing while looking at the photos. Has a price point been posted? Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Building out New Old Stock 2009 Sam Hillborne

Thanks everyone, I'm pretty fond of the color too. I remember admiring it when the bike first came out, there was one parked near my worked, and I read and re-read the lovely bike posts about it. @Jeremy, How cool! If you see me again you should stop me and have a chat! -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Best brake fork crown clearance calipers?

Right now (Sunday 9/16 3:47pm ET) ebay has one single NIB silver Paul Racer brake for a "Buy it now" price of $90. See it here . There are several other new Paul Racers on ebay for

[RBW] Re: Best brake fork crown clearance calipers?

On my Roadeo, I have Tektro R538 brakes with Planet Bike plastic fenders, not sure of the width, Vittoria Corsa 700 x 28 tires on Velocity A23 rims. All work really well together, plenty of room for a 32 tire, but that would probably be the max on this bike/fender combo. Regards, JohnS On

[RBW] Shimano cantilever brakes (CX-70/50) link wire question

Jeff, You don’t have to use the link wire. I have CX-70s on my Atlantis and jettisoned the link wire in favor of a conventional straddle wire with a Jagwire straddle cable holder. Works perfectly. I believe some others on the list have done the same thing. Regards, Rich in ATL -- You

Re: [RBW] ISO: sweepy silver 31.8 handlebar

The Soma Osprey and Clarence both come in 31.8, and the Osprey, at least, is available in silver. On Sun, Sep 16, 2018 at 9:46 AM Drw wrote: > Anyone have a recommendation for a 31.8 bar that is similar in shape and > length to the map/ahearne bar? Or even something like an albatross would >

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

See Manny's post: New Riv Mountain Bike. It has a link to photos of a recent adventure plus his visit to RBWHQ. dougP On Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 10:19:48 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Where is this "Manny's photo" ? I don't see any Gus pics on that thread. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Best brake fork crown clearance calipers?

Do people actually sell Paul's for under $100, even used? I'm asking, not disagreeing. I've never seen them for that price, but I've also never really shopped for any used other than casually searching. Eamon On Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 10:24:06 AM UTC-7, tc wrote: > > Right, Eamon,

[RBW] Re: Building out New Old Stock 2009 Sam Hillborne

Awesome bike, and congrats! It's indeed an early one, as you can see from this "Lovely Bicycle" post in early Jan 2010: http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/2010/01/whats-green-and-lugged-and-not-bicycle.html Constance has additional posts and ride reviews, like this one:

[RBW] Re: ISO: sweepy silver 31.8 handlebar

Jeremy, According to Merry Sales the Albatross bar comes in 3 widths, the 31.8 being 56cm wide, what the original Cr-mo version was. When I bought a HT Al Alba the first thing I noticed compared to my 56cm steel bars was the curve was a smaller radius and I didn't like it one bit. It also

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Where is this "Manny's photo" ? I don't see any Gus pics on that thread. -- 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: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Given that the bike was built up with Will in mind, I was thinking those were 29" tires but I think you are right that they are 27.5. The photo is not quite high enough in resolution but it appears more like "27" than "29". Manny's photo shows him holding up a bare frame that is closer to

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 2 Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tubeless 700 x 40mm

Okeydokey. Cody > On Sep 16, 2018, at 11:24 AM, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > No, sorry they are sold > > Bruce Smitham > > > > >> On Sep 15, 2018, at 9:15 PM, Cody Bartz wrote: >> >> Are these still available? >> >>> On Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 1:13:49 AM UTC-4, Bruce Smitham wrote:

[RBW] Re: Building out New Old Stock 2009 Sam Hillborne

I think I passed you today on the river trail, Eric! I was going the other way on a green Rambouillet, also with Albatross bars. I rode from my house in Downtown Sac up to the Sunrise Bridge and back, and was really enjoying how fast and comfortable the Ram was with that setup. Snapped a

[RBW] Re: ISO: sweepy silver 31.8 handlebar

The Albatross comes in a 31.8mm HT aluminum version: https://store.somafab.com/nib3al31bar.html I had one for a short while but never mounted it up. The bend is slightly different than the other ones, the grip area is slightly more angled. Here it is superimposed on a 25.4 CrMo one, with a

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Plus tires and cantilever brakes! Called it! It looks great to me, and is very much what I was expecting, although the top tube configuration was a surprise. My wife hates it, I think it's awesome. Wondering about the sizing and geometry. The sample that is set up for Will looks like it

[RBW] ISO: sweepy silver 31.8 handlebar

FSA Metropolis https://www.modernbike.com/product-2126182324?gclid=Cj0KCQjw_vfcBRDJARIsAJafEnHMjE2jPMSstcLp5CSGYmTz-JF8VPl5ULiKQ5uqoDQCN8mXHfOIwCAaAqM1EALw_wcB -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 2 Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tubeless 700 x 40mm

No, sorry they are sold Bruce Smitham > On Sep 15, 2018, at 9:15 PM, Cody Bartz wrote: > > Are these still available? > >> On Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 1:13:49 AM UTC-4, Bruce Smitham wrote: >> FS 2 Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tubeless 700 x 40mm In great condition. >> Definitely has some

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

When Grant stated that it would have a lot of stand-over but wouldn't be a Mixte, I assumed the bike would have a sharply sloping top-tube like most modern MTB's. A downward curved top-tube never occurred to me and I was very surprised when the bike was unveiled. I can imagine that the GUS

[RBW] ISO: sweepy silver 31.8 handlebar

Anyone have a recommendation for a 31.8 bar that is similar in shape and length to the map/ahearne bar? Or even something like an albatross would work. Has to be silver. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from