Re: [RBW] In your opinion, what's missing from the Riv lineup?

I agree with Dave - It's the single-speed option that's missing from the line-up. I've been getting by with a Surly Cross Check set up as a fixed gear for the last 22 years, and I've missed every opportunity that Grant has offered to buy a SimpleOne/QuickBeam over the years, but should they return

[RBW] Re: BEST REAR MOUNTED KID SEAT FOR HILLBORNE

I'll second the rack-mounted Thule Yepp Maxi. (don't get the seat tube-mounted version) Get a Nitto Big Rear Rack to put it on and you're good to go. On Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 7:33:56 PM UTC-5, Al

[RBW] Looking for an all-road bike to hire for a week in Boston area

It looks like work travel will have me in and around Boston for the first part of April. I've been riding a fair bit and would like to maintain during my time back east as I'll be working up to a 400k later that month. Ideally I would teleport my 56cm Hillborne back and forth, but I also would

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

Dave - practice on someone else's car :-) On Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 9:29:26 PM UTC-6, Dave Small wrote: > > Thanks much to everyone who's responded. I love this forum, with its > cumulative knowledge and folks who're willing to take the time to help > others. > > Laing mentioned Yout

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

+1 for RTP's! I've been commuting on the black walled EL version since last October (with a bit of sealant in my tubes) and have had no problems whatsoever with flats. I like 23 psi front/25 psi back. Every day that I ride them I experience a renewed sense of appreciation. They're so smooth

[RBW] Looking for an all-road bike to hire for a week in Boston area

Sent you a PM. 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. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] In your opinion, what's missing from the Riv lineup?

The 4K semi-custom completes they teased on the Blahg. -- 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 vie

[RBW] Re: I need to repair or mask scratches in new black paint

I've used the product I recommended above on bicycles with good results. You could try a bit on the bottom of the bottom bracket or a chainstay. On Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 10:29:26 PM UTC-5, Dave Small wrote: > > Thanks much to everyone who's responded. I love this forum, with its > cumu

[RBW] Looking for an all-road bike to hire for a week in Boston area

I used to ride out toward Concord and swing by Walden Pond on my training rides when I lived there back in the ‘80’s. That was always a nice place to ride. Lots of the old colonial rock walls and houses. John Niles, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Re: BEST REAR MOUNTED KID SEAT FOR HILLBORNE

I'll add on about the Yepp Maxi, however with the caveat to get a rack that fits the Easyfit window so no need for parts clamping to a different rack. Here's my setup on a Clem - we have two of these setups - I'll likely be looking to sell a rack/seat combo sometime soon if anyone's interested -

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

Curious: What sealant? I tried Stan's in tubes in fat tires (50 mm F Freds) at ~25 psi or so, and found that the pressure insufficient to get the sealant where it was needed. Same sealant in same tire but tubeless, no problems at sub 20 psi. My brother has had the same problems with Orange Seal in

Re: [RBW] Raid Bill's Stable: Nine bikes available For Sale

Update regarding the Sam Hillborne. I rode it on my 40 mile hilly commute to the office this morning and I'm reconvinced that I radically underpriced it at $3k. It's perfect. I'm taking it off the market and putting it in the 'Not For Sale' pile. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Wednesday,

[RBW] Re: Looking for an all-road bike to hire for a week in Boston area

Urban Adventours (https://www.urbanadventours.com/) in downtown Boston rents decent road and cyclocross bikes. Friendly folks. A little on the spendy side but you might be able to work out something reasonable if you're renting the bike for a while. Worth checking out, anyway. That time of year

[RBW] Re: Custom, not a custom

Sounds as if the first model will be roadish and that other bikes in the series may be different. I hope one of the models is a lighter canti bike … -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

Re: [RBW] Raid Bill's Stable: Nine bikes available For Sale

Better not ride any of the other bikes to work for a while, Bill. On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 2:51:33 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Update regarding the Sam Hillborne. I rode it on my 40 mile hilly commute > to the office this morning and I'm reconvinced that I radically underpriced > i

Re: [RBW] Raid Bill's Stable: Nine bikes available For Sale

I make a point to use them all. They are all dialed. My stable is dud-free right now. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 1:32:32 PM UTC-8, Mark Roland wrote: > > Better not ride any of the other bikes to work for a while, Bill. > > On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 2:5

[RBW] Re: Looking for an all-road bike to hire for a week in Boston area

Thank you for the responses. Just now my work sent out a company wide email that we're putting a moratorium on travel because of coronavirus and corporate revenue concerns until further notice. So, I may not be traveling after all. haha. BL staying in EC On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 6:

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

I'm using Orange Seal in mine. I do notice a slight increase in effort needed to pump them up, but its not bad. > > -- 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] Rivendell friendly airbnb Sacramento to Fresno?

Howdy y'all I'm driving south from Oregon and wondered if anyone in the bunch has or knows of a rivendell friendly airbnb room available for the night? Close proximity to a morning ride is a plus. My Rivendell and I are in Chico now and should be in Sacramento round 6pm or Fresno round 9 I thi

[RBW] Re: In your opinion, what's missing from the Riv lineup?

I think they should widen the tire clearance on a Homer, but keep the lighter tube spec. This would be an all-day rider (not a tourer) but with 2.2" clearance for extreme fire roads and easier single track, a la Crust Bombora or Black Mtn Cycles monster cross. Perfect bike for a mixed terrain b

Re: [RBW] Raid Bill's Stable: Nine bikes available For Sale

More updates: I bought a couple parts here on the list for small tweaks to my Roadeo and my Atlantis, so I'll declare that those two bikes are also no longer for sale. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 11:51:33 AM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Update regarding the

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

if you are prioritizing a city build, i'd go with the Homer or Sam. You don't need the meaty tires of the Atlantis/Cheviot/Joe, and if you do decide to do some offroad, the Homer & Sam are still great at it. The bigger-clearance'd, stouter-tubed Rivendells might become annoying if you are tryin

[RBW] Re: Custom, not a custom

$4K for a complete bike with a frame built by Mark Nobilette and Joe Bell paint is a steal! Not sure how Grant can make money this way. Namaste, Corwin On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 1:13:27 PM UTC-8, S wrote: > > Sounds as if the first model will be roadish and that other bikes in the > se

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

i agree with this a lot. i sell bike stuff on instagram @adom_sale and it's super annoying when I list a hot ticket item, one person responds with "extreme interest" and says they can pay soon, only to go MIA for three days while four other buyers are lined up, ready to send funds. it's gotten

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

The disappearing buyer drives me CRAZY. I get that good intentions to buy a bike or parts can go from "yeah I'm in" to "I've lost interest" or the always fun "I forgot my wife would kill me", but you gotta TELL the seller. It's not hard! -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: BEST REAR MOUNTED KID SEAT FOR HILLBORNE

I’m curious if it’s difficult to get the Yepp Maxi mounted on a Nitto big rear rack. Do you need a special piece and does it fit on this rack? Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

[RBW] Re: Custom, not a custom

On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 4:54:54 PM UTC-8, Corwin wrote: > > $4K for a complete bike with a frame built by Mark Nobilette and Joe Bell > paint is a steal! > > Not sure how Grant can make money this way. > Easy. Use an $8 rear derailleur. *Running and ducking. I jest, I jest!* In all seri

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

Courtesy. Not that tough. I can deal with someone changing their mind but radio silence really bothers me. Communicate. If you can tell me you'll take it, you can tell me you changed your mind. It won't send me into a tail spin. On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 7:29:45 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrot

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

As a counterpoint, I have responded to folks selling items multiple times and not received responses. Most recently this occurred even after multiple messages. Is there any sort of mail filtering issues with google group messages? I can only assume that it was unintentional on the sellers’ part

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Beautiful Appaloosa! Wow! Karl Nash, TN -- 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 view this discussi

[RBW] Re: BEST REAR MOUNTED KID SEAT FOR HILLBORNE

You'd need a special piece, which also raises the rack height about 2", making your load/kiddo sit higher= more leverage/trouble. Best to get a dedicated rack with the appropriate window. Sounds like a pain, but the Yepp maxi is a really great seat that's worth it. -Kai -- You received this me

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

Eric, sometimes PMs get dropped in Spam filters and the person you tried to contact never sees it. It's much less common if you have a direct email address for them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

Adding: The trick there would be to go to the FS thread you were interested in and add a "trying to reach you" comment if the item is still available. They'll probably see it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscrib

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

I had a direct email address my Betty buyer and I had been using and the buyer still fell off the face of the Earth. Really disappointing. I checked my spam every day and more than once. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: BEST REAR MOUNTED KID SEAT FOR HILLBORNE

I think Kai recommended this to me when I asked and it’s definitely the best way. I bought the yepp rack that works With the seat and it’s super easy. My friend has it on a nitto rack and it requires a fairly burly adapter that also negates both nitto and yepp warrantee/recommended limits. --

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

Beware that sealants can clog the valves to the point where you can't get air in, even with a floor pump. I've had this happen, and had to remover the core and use a wire to unclog the stem, and wash off the core. Perhaps Orange Seal is worse for this than Stan's; which may be the shadow side of it

[RBW] Re: BEST REAR MOUNTED KID SEAT FOR HILLBORNE

Thanks for the advice all! -- 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 view this discussion on the web

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

I've been sitting here the last couple of days wondering if I should email this guy and lecture him about common courtesy. He left me hanging. As the seller I'd like to know what I'm going to do with what I'm selling within a reasonable time period. Am I going to sell it to him or has he

[RBW] Re: Check your PMs

"Most the time we are all just like guys hanging out in the garage." And girls/ladies/women. We've since an increase in not-guys around here the last few years and it's been nice to have them hanging around in the garage, too! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G