Re: [RBW] If you convince Rivendell to bring back "one" former model

My Hunqapillar is the favorite in the stable, but I think a case can really be made to bring back the Bleriot. Classic geometry, MIT (I believe) to keep the price reasonable, and I'd argue that the decal is the best Riv has done. On

[RBW] Re: What made you a bikey?

Being newly unemployed and poor, newly single and heartbroken during the great recession. Set up a freecycled, cheap aluminum rear rack on my Surly Cross Check, bungee corded a car camping sleeping bag, pad, and tent to it, and rode up to a spot I knew in Tilden where I figured nobody would

Re: [RBW] What made you a bikey?

Being newly unemployed and poor, newly single and heartbroken during the great recession. Set up a free cycled, cheap aluminum rear rack on my Surly Cross Check, bungee corded a car camping sleeping bag, pad, and tent to it, and rode up to a spot I knew in Tilden where I figured nobody would

[RBW] WTB: Nitto 32F rack

Looking for a 32F rack, if any of you good people have one you're not using. I live in the Bay Area and am happy to do a pick up. Shipping from elsewhere is fine too. Jack -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] WTB: Nitto R-10 saddlebag support

If any of you good people have a Nitto R10 rack you're not using, I'd be interested in taking it off your hands. -- 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

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Wow, this is almost like what I imagine a limited sneaker "drop" to be like. I had no idea there were so many parched throats among the multitudes, thirsty for another mixte. On Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 12:01:46 PM UTC-7 Roberta wrote: > Did he happen to say if the dealer purchased bikes

Re: [RBW] Rene Herse Randonneur bars with bar end shifters ?

Thanks all! On Friday, March 26, 2021 at 5:49:37 AM UTC-7 Steve Palincsar wrote: > I have RH Maes Parallels with Shimano 10 spd bar end shifters on my JP > Weigle. They work perfectly. The brake levers that work the best on those > bars are gutted Campagnolo Ergo brifters. > On 3/26/21 2:37

[RBW] Rene Herse Randonneur bars with bar end shifters ?

tl;dr version: Anyone happen to know if the Rene Herse Randonneur bars are compatible with bar-end shifters? All groundless conjecture points to "Yes," but it doesn't say anything about it on the Rene Herse website and they seem to have made every effort to prevent people from emailing them

[RBW] Running a Wolf Tooth Drop Stop with an 8 speed cassette

Howdy folks, I am looking to run a Wolf Tooth Drop Stop on a 1x8 set up. Wolf Tooth's own specs indicate that the DS chain ring will only play nice with a 9/10/11 set up, but at least one member of this group didn't seem to have any issues with running an 8 speed chain with it. Perhaps it has

[RBW] Re: Frame for sale

+1 on it being appropriate for this group. Steel frame with braze-on eyelets aplenty, takes fenders, has clearance for 700x38c tires without 'em, and has an aftermarket low trail fork. It might could even be converted to a 650b so's you can run some chubber rubber to get sendy with your

[RBW] Re: XT front derailleur with Sugino XD2 triple on a Hunqapillar?

lum gim fong, it does protrude somewhat inboard, but even so, as a MTB derailleur, I thought it would have enough throw to line up with the big ring properly. Drew, 9 speed chain. I will try inching it up and see if that helps. Thanks for the suggestion. flayer, using 9 sp Dura Ace on

[RBW] XT front derailleur with Sugino XD2 triple on a Hunqapillar?

I haven't had any luck getting rid of chain rub against the front derailleur plate of a Deore XT front derailleur on my Hunqapillar (Dura Ace shifters). I have a 108 Phil Wood hub and the granny ring is pretty close to the chain stay as it is, and I can't get it much closer. Seems like an XT

[RBW] Re: Poster post

This is a 1975 poster for the long gone Velo Sport Bicycles in Berkeley. The artist is David Lance Goines, whose work Bay Area folks may recognize from Chez Panisse and Freight & Salvage.

[RBW] WTB: Soma Deluxe Porteur Rack

If anyone has a Soma Deluxe Porteur rack (preferably silver) that they're not using, I'm looking to buy one. Jack in Oakland, 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

[RBW] Re: Sugino XD crankarms only

I love Sugino cranks but man trying to get a run down on what's what from that company will drive you to drink. As far as I know, the XD2 (also called the XD Pro, I believe, and have the Sugino crown logo) only come already set up as a double or triple. The RD usually comes as a single and is

[RBW] OT: WTB Soma Champs Elysees fork (canti)

Just putting the feelers out there in case someone in this group has a canti Champs Élysées fork they're not using or not happy with, and would like to sell it. Merry Sales doesn't seem to know when another batch will be made. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Question about running fenders on a SimpleOne or Quickbeam

I didn't realize PW included such a trick. All the more reason to shell out the cash for them next time around. Thanks for the info! -- 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

[RBW] Question about running fenders on a SimpleOne or Quickbeam

I'm in the market for some new fenders and I have a question for those of you who run fenders on a Quickbeam, SimpleOne or any bike with a track fork end: how does one make changing out a rear flat simpler? I got a pinch flat on my rear tire some time back while running some SKS Longboards and

[RBW] Thoughts on building up a Clem Smith, Jr.

Hi all, Just thought I'd share some take aways from building up a Clem Smith, Jr.-L. My SO was in the market for a mixte or step through, and I saw a 52 frame set at the garage sale for a really good price. - As others in the group have pointed out, the chain stays are super, super long.

[RBW] Re: s24o report: Howling wind, sunburns, mud roads, and schnitzel

Thanks for the post, Mark. Without being able to say exactly why, these photos look like they were shot to film? Yes? If not, could you tell me what camera you were using? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Bridgestone X0-1 on the Radavist

Dig the drilled stem, orange Paul cable carrier and cream Rubinas. Proper! http://theradavist.com/2016/05/nathans-bridgestone-xo-1-touring-bike/#1 -- 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: Grizzly Peak Century mixed terrain options - May 1, 2016

Was pretty fun, but the trails out of Port Costa and through Briones were severely rutted, making climbing difficult and descending even more unpleasant. Still super happy to mix it up a bit, but I'm not hurrying back out there and I ultimately wound up bailing about 2/3 the way through.

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa on the Radavist

Evan, yeah that wording is a little weird, but I think they were going off of Riv's description, which says its a mix of those two frames. Guessing because it's long-ish, built for touring and has an extra wide fork (Hunq) but can also simultaneously do well on trails and work as an all-rounder

[RBW] Appaloosa on the Radavist

Appaloosa gets the usual high quality Radavist treatment. Makes you say, "Daamn!" http://theradavist.com/2016/03/jonathans-rivendell-joe-appaloosa-touring-bike/#6 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Stolen in East Bay: Grey Saddlesack (large) + brooks B17 saddle (honey)

Awfully sorry to hear it, Sean. Pretty brazen thief, that being a place with quite a bit of foot traffic. Will keep my eyes peeled. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Ditched the dirt drops for Alba's. Not sure yet...

Just a bit on the albas and the tuck: I have toured with them quite a bit and found that on descents, I can maintain a pace with friends tucking on drops by using the normal hand positions on the albas but tucking my elbows in at my ribs. I always feel like I should be wearing a cape doing

[RBW] Re: PSA: A. Homer Hilsen for cheap

Wow, good catch on the reverse image search. This is some super shady business. I wonder what the advantage would be with a scam like this. -- 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] Curious Brooks damage

Mark, I had to keep coming back to this thread because of the curious damage to your saddle, but I'm so glad it all got worked out. Three cheers for your LBS! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Dirt Drop 26.0 80mm Stem

Seems like there are a lot more people looking to get this used than there are people willing to part with it, but I thought I'd try here. -- 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: P Porteur rack

Looks like a solid set up, Tom. I chatted a bit with Matt of Pass & Stow at this year's NAHBS. Very friendly guy who builds beautiful racks that by all accounts earn their keep! By the way, I have admired on several occasions the SS Bombadil. I'm a big fan of 49d cranks and the color combo is

[RBW] Any Gevenalle users?

Hey folks, I saw the Gevenalle shifters at NAHBS last week and have been considering giving their Audax model a go. I really like the Paul thumbies for providing a means of friction shifting near my hand position on Alba bars, and I am interested in getting something similar on drop bars.

Re: [RBW] Re: Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Hugh, I'm back in Northern California and haven't been back to the Central Coast since finishing school, but I'm thinking that's going to change after seeing your post! Jack -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Drew, I moved back to Northern California after school and haven't been back to the Central Coast since, but that might all change after seeing your post. Jack -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

Thanks, John. That is indeed the solution. Nice to have the extra eyelets, and also nice to have struts that are so bendable. On Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 6:46:34 PM UTC-8, John Phillips wrote: > > I used struts like these bolted to the mid-fork braze-ons of my 54cm > Hunqapillar: > > > >

[RBW] Re: Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

Drew, I just tested that with some struts from a different rack and yes, that is absolutely going to work. I guess it's one thing to have a bunch of fork braze-ons, and quite another to see their advantages. Many, many thanks to you, Drew. You saved me a lot of hassle and probably some money,

[RBW] Issue installing Nitto Campee 27F on a Hunqapillar 700c fork

Hi all, I have a very specific problem with components not playing nice. I am trying to get a Nitto Campee 27f front rack on my Hunqapillar, but I can't get the arms that bolt to the cantilever stays lined up to attach to the rack. Here's a photo that I hope illustrates the problem (sorry it's

[RBW] Re: Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Oh wow. I went to UCSB as an undergrad but rarely got out to do this kind of stuff. Your photos do the area justice, Hugh. Just beautiful. And yeah, you could do a lot worse in a pinch than Subway veg sandwiches. Did you spend a good time on Foxen Canyon Road and then cut through Los Podres?

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone using SunXCD Exceed cranks?

Thanks Ron and Dave, and an FYI for anyone else who may interested, lives in the Bay Area and likes to throw money Hiroshi's way: Jitensha doesn't have any at the moment. On Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 10:06:06 AM UTC-8, Ron Mc wrote: > > that's less than I paid from Japan. > > On Thursday,

Re: [RBW] Anyone using SunXCD Exceed cranks?

Velo Orange copies of the Cyclotourist > were not as good as the original. > > On Wed, Jan 6, 2016 at 1:57 PM, Jack Doran <jackd...@gmail.com > > wrote: > >> They are as beautiful as the venerable TA Cyclotouriste cranks with a low >> q factor but at half the pr

[RBW] Re: Anyone using SunXCD Exceed cranks?

the stock spindle bolt covers in this photo, but titanium that was on > ebay for awhile. > > > On Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 2:57:58 PM UTC-6, Jack Doran wrote: >> >> They are as beautiful as the venerable TA Cyclotouriste cranks with a low >> q factor but at half th

[RBW] Anyone using SunXCD Exceed cranks?

They are as beautiful as the venerable TA Cyclotouriste cranks with a low q factor but at half the price. They're also compatible with Specialites rings, which is nice for the sake of gearing versatility. None of these point to their performance. Have any of you folks tried them or do you know

[RBW] Re: Bars on the Hunqapillar

Thanks for the photos, Shoji. Also, you're killing it with that coordinated red/grey tape on the moustache bars On Thursday, July 9, 2015 at 7:50:27 AM UTC-7, Shoji Takahashi wrote: I've set up my Hunqapillar with all of 'em: Noodles (48cm, 10-cm stem) Albatross (12-cm stem) Bullmoose

[RBW] Bars on the Hunqapillar

Hi all, I recently put in an order for a Hunqapillar and was wondering what you current Hunq riders have to say about your bar/stem configurations. A couple very helpful employees at Rivendell said in so many words that the Hunq is really designed for an upright bar, and that drops don't