RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Lum Gim Fong
I would give my feelings on my 700c Ram but don’t know how different an animal a 26” wheel Ram is. Just from looking, there are massive geo frame diffs. Look at the HT discussed earlier. Look at how far back the rear wheel/tire is from the ST on the 52. Looks almost like a longboard bike. But

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Joe. I hope it's everything you expected, and hopefully more. Roberta On Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 12:49:50 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > No worries, I bought that baby! This is a Holy Grail Riv for me, I've > wanted one forever but it's never quite worked out. It worked out! > > O

[RBW] FS: Outershell basket bag for Wald 137

2018-11-18 Thread Patch T
Selling my lightly used basket bag from Outershell. Designed to fit a Wall 137. Olive drab. Includes shoulder strap. Bought it late this summer, have used it as my primary commuter bag since, albeit gently. No holes, tears or other damage. All zippers work well. The plastic sidewall inserts may

[RBW] Re: Carradice style saddlebag advice for 51cm Roadini?

2018-11-18 Thread John Hawrylak
Dan My Saddle Height is 70cm and I have a 21" (C-T) 1989 Schwinn Voyaguer (straight TT) & I use a 1970's Schwinn approved Model 00-015, an English saddlebag, much like a large Carradice. I have 9-1/2" clearance from the saddle loops to the top of the rear fender. However there is more room t

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread Steven Sweedler
Ryan, yes I will ship. email direct to sweedler at gmail and we can work out the details. Steve On Sun, Nov 18, 2018 at 7:21 PM 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Steven “S2” , > Can you call or DM me so we can close the transaction. My prose failed

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
Steven “S2” , Can you call or DM me so we can close the transaction. My prose failed me apparently; I was offering to buy if you are willing to ship. If not I will drive to NH to claim. Sincerely, Ryan “ Coast to Coast Riv Hunter” Hankinson -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Re: FS: Soma Portola Handlebar

2018-11-18 Thread Sean Cleary
Handlebars have sold On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 1:55:30 PM UTC-6, Sean Cleary wrote: > > Used for one month and it's not quite right for me. Usual brake mount > marks under bar tape area but no scratches in areas you see. Nice shallow > alternative to deep drop road bars. Beautiful chrome

[RBW] Canti-Chev?

2018-11-18 Thread A. Nostuh
Has anyone gone through the trouble to braze canti posts to their cheviot? How'd that work out for ya? any one wanna sell me a big silver cheviot? Al in Saratoga -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

Re: [RBW] Re: Carradice style saddlebag advice for 51cm Roadini?

2018-11-18 Thread Patrick Moore
1 more: The SQR system plus the Junior saddlebag might be your ticket. On Sun, Nov 18, 2018 at 4:39 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Sheesh. The Super C SQR Slim is rated at 16 litres; Saddlesack Med at 18.6 > unbulged, 23 bulged; Nelson LF 15 expanding to 18; Camper LF 24 -- they > don't compare folde

Re: [RBW] Re: Carradice style saddlebag advice for 51cm Roadini?

2018-11-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Sheesh. The Super C SQR Slim is rated at 16 litres; Saddlesack Med at 18.6 unbulged, 23 bulged; Nelson LF 15 expanding to 18; Camper LF 24 -- they don't compare folded to unfolded flap. Simply put and practically speaking, the Super C Slim carries as much as the Nelson LF. On Sun, Nov 18, 2018 at

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Keith: We have the same inseam. The 52 Ram is a perfect fit. Try 650B in your road. I did and run 38 mm Soma Express with room and Pari-Moto's with less room. Both work. Bruce Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Keith Weaver Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2018 11:17 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@go

[RBW] FS: Velo Orange (VO) Grand Cru Quill Stem, 120mm

2018-11-18 Thread Minh
Thanks to everyone that's helped clear out my parts box, just a few things left. prices do not include shipping, PM me with your zip to get final totals. https://photos.app.goo.gl/ri7taTaSyFW35fmo6 Velo Orange Grand Cru Quill Stem, 120mm New: $30 Velo Orange Grand Cru Quill Stem: See specs

[RBW] Re: Carradice style saddlebag advice for 51cm Roadini?

2018-11-18 Thread Daniel D.
I considered the ruthworks wedge preorder that just closed. Decided I wanted something with the capacity for my u-lock. And something bigger from Ely is out of my price range. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: BLUG S240 Post

2018-11-18 Thread Ed Carolipio
Yes, pretty sure that's the "Huge Roscoe Mountain Mixte," which differentiates it from the "Roscoe Mountain Mixte." (Not gonna link the well-actually-that's-a-step-thru-discussion) Here's a group thread on it: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/Qc-uqULjezA%5B1-25%5D

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread DaveS
Steve-you and I are both shrinking and you can’t ask for a better graduation present than an Atlantis! -- 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-o

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Keith, the AHH is going to be great and have lotsa room for fat 650b tires. Since you're local you might as well go ride both! -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread Steven Sweedler
Ryan, yes I will ship, advertised on craigslist hoping for a local sale. Steve On Sun, Nov 18, 2018 at 3:56 PM 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 7:35:56 PM UTC-5, Steven Sweedler wrote: > > My Atlantis is for sale, f

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Whoops, you are talking about a Ram, not an Atlantis; scratch the Rat Trap Pass. But underline again the Elk Pass. On a 23 mm rim it ought to max out at 30 mm. But the ride quality is so good that, IMO, you don't need anything fatter for pavement or firm dirt or gravel (and see BQ photos of the EPs

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Keith Weaver
Joe, That's exactly the way I'm thinking about it. It feels like if I don't buy it, I don't know when I'll have another chance to own one. I am rather surprised to see that it likely won't take a tire wider than 33 mm. I wonder how different it would feel from a new, 650B A. Homer Hilsen? That woul

[RBW] Re: FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
Sorry all tried to send as a DM. Tech impaired. -- 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 th

[RBW] FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread Joe Bernard
The Bombadil chart at Rivbike shows a 63cm TT on a 60cm frame. I can't find a chart for 64 Atlantis, but that model tends to be shorter than the "mountain bike" Toyo/MUSA frames Riv made. I suspect you could ride it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 7:35:56 PM UTC-5, Steven Sweedler wrote: > My Atlantis is for sale, frame is one size too big.  > > > > https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/d/rivendell-atlantis-64-cm/6751701509.html > > I can answer any questions and/or provide more photos. Thanks, Steve-- > > Ste

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Keith: With the 26" wheel size, you'd have 2l nice tires available from Compass, the featherweight 29 mm* Elk Pass to the 50 mm Rat Trap Pass, and I think Compass reformulated its mid-width ~38 mm tire in that diameter too, so perhaps it's now of the same supple quality as the 2 others. * The EP i

Re: [RBW] FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread Steven Sweedler
Dave, top of saddle to crank bolt is 80 cm,31 1/2", midway of top tube to the ground is 90.5 cm, 35 1/2". I had a 58 Hunq, and iften thought Iwould have preferred the 62, I like big frames, this is the first too big. It pains me to be shrinking. Steve On Sun, Nov 18, 2018 at 2:44 PM DaveS wrot

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Now I gotta figure out what color that is, the chip outta the toptube is going to drive me crazy. Or go Full Jenny @ Riv and put a cool sticker on it! 🙂 -- 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: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Keith: I think the way to look at this is from a 'can't get em anymore' perspective. If you were interested in a new Riv it would make sense to go strictly on need in the stable, but for something as rare as a 26-inch-wheel Ram, you gotta look at the chances you'll ever stumble on one again. T

[RBW] FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread DaveS
Steve-I’m riding a 60 cm Bombadil and Sam, this may be too big for me but curious what your PBH is and a quick measure from top of saddle to pedal and top tube to ground. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread Doug H.
Nice Joe! I look forward to a ride report. Doug -- 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 th

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread R Shannon
Joe, if I didn’t already have an Atlantis I’d buy your Hunq:-))) Warning: If you like it as much as I like my Atlantis then this may be your keeper. Enjoy! Rich in ATL Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2018, at 2:12 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > LGF: Haha, I noticed the brake cable right after I

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread Joe Bernard
LGF: Haha, I noticed the brake cable right after I posted the pic. I haven't even ridden it yet, I'll get everything properly dialed and outside for proper photos (and riding!) when this smoke finally clears. Rich: I still want a Roadeo! Finding a Hunqapillar definitely wasn't the plan right n

[RBW] Re: Not MUSA but Very Riv

2018-11-18 Thread Ron Mc
thanks - the bike is really quite fast - it's definitely my most aggressive riding position. We have kind of a Sunday morning 7-mi sprint from uptown to downtown, and a friend pacing along with me asked if I had a motor in it. On Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 11:52:57 AM UTC-6, Lum Gim Fong w

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Yeah, could use that chart to confirm the TT length. Guessing it is measured c-c. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Ian A
Keith This page from cyclofiend is a great resource. http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html I ride 56/57cm frames and have no reservations about 26" wheels, but my bike runs ~50mm wide tires. The Ram you're looking at would only take 33mm according to the geo sheet. You might gain more by

[RBW] Re: Not MUSA but Very Riv

2018-11-18 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Wow! Pretty. Ron! Your bikes always look "fast" in the pics. -- 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. T

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Fix that front brake cable/hanger interfacing before you ride it! > -- 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...@googlegr

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Lum Gim Fong
As there seems to be no listing for ST lengths on geo charts online for Rams, I would ask a lister to measure the seat tube on their 52 and see if it matches what the seller tells you, center of crank bolt to top of lug. That way you would know if it is a 52 for sure. -- You received this messa

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Blue Rambouillet "complete"

2018-11-18 Thread Keith Weaver
I'm thinking this would be a perfect fit for me, assuming it actually is a 52 cm frame. I'm 5'6", with a 79 cm PBH. I'm a little torn about getting a 26" bike, but I get why Riv uses smaller wheels for smaller frames. I'm having a hard time justifying the purchase, because there's a lot of ove

[RBW] Re: No love for the Albastache?

2018-11-18 Thread Adam M.
I have the Albastache handlebar and due to my broad shoulders I find it to be the perfect solution to the narrower moustache handlebars. They are so ergonomic that I cannot imagine my Rivendell without them as they offer multiple riding positions and help to make my Rosco Bubbe a great ride!

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread Marc Irwin
You won't regret that. I bought one when it was first introduced. I use it for everything. I loved it so much I had to have the lighter version and bought a56 Sam the next year. I've been at N+0 for years since. I use Bosco's on both and love them. Marc -- You received this message beca

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread Bruce Baker
hmmm Rodeo hunq...rodeo hunq On Sun, Nov 18, 2018 at 9:46 AM RichS wrote: > Joe, you kill me. From "want a Roadeo" to buying a Hunq!!! LOL. I like it! > I'm giving you six months on this one:- > > Best, > Rich in ATL > > On Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 12:49:50 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrot

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread RichS
Joe, you kill me. From "want a Roadeo" to buying a Hunq!!! LOL. I like it! I'm giving you six months on this one:- Best, Rich in ATL On Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 12:49:50 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > No worries, I bought that baby! This is a Holy Grail Riv for me, I've > wanted one f

Re: [RBW] Rosco Bebe in the BLUG

2018-11-18 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
On anything smaller than a 60 people have a tough time not knocking knees with a yepp mini. My Clementine is a wonderful kid hauler (front & rear, knees be damned). I think a stretched out top tube will be very welcome in the smaller sizes. Waiting to see if there are some major differentiat

[RBW] FS: 64 cm Atlantis $1800

2018-11-18 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
This is a steal -- 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-owner

[RBW] Re: What do Hilsen Serial numbers start with?

2018-11-18 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Thanks. You can look at dropouts to see if “Waterford” stamped there. Sometimes they do that though I don’t know if done on Hilsens. Don’t know how to check for Toyos. I don’t need full serials. Just wanted to confirm the first two characters of Hilsen numbers. I don’t need whole numbers and don

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread Bruce Baker
Awesomeenjoy!! On Sun, Nov 18, 2018 at 12:49 AM Joe Bernard wrote: > No worries, I bought that baby! This is a Holy Grail Riv for me, I've > wanted one forever but it's never quite worked out. It worked out! > > On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 6:58:33 AM UTC-8, Bruce Baker wrote: > > Did n

Re: [RBW] Re: Not MUSA but Very Riv

2018-11-18 Thread Ron Mc
you're welcome, Clayton. . When a buddy gave me GB Map of England bars, had to use a Nitto UL-2 clamp stem to attach them. The GB Hiduminium and Raleigh Maes bar cockpit with Weinmann levers came off as a unit.

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB or WTT: choco-moose

2018-11-18 Thread Conway Bennett
I have rivendell choco mooses I want to move along. It didn't work for me on my hunqapillar but loved them on my xo-2. Make me an offer. Fair winds, Captain Conway Chicago -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB or WTT: choco-moose

2018-11-18 Thread Howard Ramsay
ebay Rivendell Choco Moose Bar On Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 4:17:01 PM UTC-6, cbone97 wrote: > > Hi Howard, I didn't - interested in any trades or still only the bull > mooose. I have some albas, various stems, dirt drops, silver sidepull > brakes (new), who knows what else. I still would