[RBW] Re: Upgrade to Sam Hillborne from a Surly Corss-Check?

2020-08-13 Thread Richard Rios
I've had both. Cross check is a RAD bike. Pros didnt worry about it as much, felt a little quicker handeling wise. Funner where quicker feeling handling might apply. Cons not as pretty, not as stable feeling. Sam H is a RAD bike. Pros bars up higher more easily. Prettier, more stable feeling.

[RBW] Thoughts on albastach bars

2020-08-13 Thread Richard Rios
I think they are great bars. Pair well with single speed riding. Have them on my simple one and love them there because I am regularly moving my hands around to chug up hills. Offer lots of good hand positions if you are the type who likes to fidget. Get them up high and close as recomended,

[RBW] Re: Geo Question

2020-01-11 Thread Richard Rios
Hugh, Happy new year. Been busy but good. Would love to get out there for a ride. It's been a while. Free time has been dedicated to other projects of late. Picked up playing music again after almost a 20 year hiatus. It would be great to blow the dust of the old Rivs and get out there again.

[RBW] Geo Question

2020-01-10 Thread Richard Rios
Hey Hugh, Hope all is good. Just as a general observation I find adding the degree by which the top tube upslopes to the seat tube length gets ya pretty close. Not sure why Riv hasn't gone to sizing by stack rather than seat tube. I think the stack gives a better idea of how the bike will

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug bars arrived today

2019-12-13 Thread Richard Rios
Bars look great! Looks like simworks getaround with more rise 慄‍♂️. -- 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] Riv Atlantis MTB Video

2019-12-12 Thread Richard Rios
Sweet! Nicely done . ❤ 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...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet - 54cm - $1,300 + shipping CONUS

2019-03-04 Thread Richard Rios
Wow this is a fantastic deal and I'm not one apt to comment on others price! The rambo is a GREAT bike. Way undervalued. Built by Toyo in Japan. I have a 58 and will not likely ever sell it. For road riding it's a blast really hits the bulls eye between sporty / spirited and comfortable. Dont

[RBW] PSA: 56cm SimpleOne Complete on Ebay

2019-03-01 Thread Richard Rios
Pretty sure it's a flip it very briefly popped up on oc craigslist for 400$...I momentairly considered it but it's one size to small, I already have one, and I wasn't up to the pita selling a Riv can be with all the price bemoaning and hey does this size fit me, only to not respond after I

[RBW] No response from Riv ...

2019-02-27 Thread Richard Rios
Why not just call and ask? I've had emails go unanswered on occasion but the phone always seems to be picked up pronto when I've called -- 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: WTB: Sim Works Little Nick &/or Get Around

2019-02-25 Thread Richard Rios
As of yesterday blue lug global has the silver in. Fast shipping good prices... https://global.bluelug.com/sim-works-get-around-bar-silver.html Looks like little nick is in the house tobuy a shirt and free shipping all the way from japan. Cant beat that. -- You received this message

[RBW] Grant and Gus Boots content in dirtrag magazine

2019-02-21 Thread Richard Rios
Nice! I first learned of rivendell from dirt rag. They had an article titled what the hell is randonneuring. Which featured a guy on a Riv. I'm subscribed but the print version is becoming rather lean...hope they carry on. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Seeking wisdom of 29+ bikepacking vs. 2.1”

2019-01-12 Thread Richard Rios
On Friday, January 11, 2019 at 2:08:03 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: > I’m toying with the idea of a Boots (fixed gear version). I’d love to hear > your experience of bikepacking with 2.6” to 2.8” tires vs. 2.1” or similar > tires. This is for a bikepacking rig, so will be on pavement, dirt,

[RBW] Re: What if Rivendell brought back paid memberships?

2019-01-02 Thread Richard Rios
They could count me in on that one as well, and if it came with a new paper reader (maybe once a year) well all the better! -- 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,

[RBW] Things I wish Rivendell still sold..

2018-11-12 Thread Richard Rios
Paper copies of new Rivendell Readers.I really love the old ones and take them out for a read occasionally. Seems like I discover some new old thing with each re-read. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: No love for the Albastache?

2018-11-06 Thread Richard Rios
Love my albastache. But 100% agree on setup, gotta get it right or they dont jive. High and tight is the best way either dirt drop or one of the really cool Wright stems from analog...I got it about 99% of the way there with a short tech delux, but a bit to much quill exposed for my taste. Just

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2018-10-08 Thread Richard Rios
Great question! I am a golden ager for sure. Have an Atlantis, Rambo, and Simple 1. Sold a Toyo Hilsen and have serious regrets about that one... On Sunday, October 7, 2018 at 9:45:10 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > My favorite label haters are the No Labels group. They have a label. --

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet purchase

2018-08-24 Thread Richard Rios
I'd say between 1000-1500$. The Ram is a tremendous value IMHO. Especially if you compare it against Rivs current road offerings. Might also just be me and I know there has been talk that all frames are the same quality...but just from a totally novice looking from the outside perspective the

[RBW] Re: Help sizing a AHH (Homer Hilsen)

2018-07-18 Thread Richard Rios
can you make it work yes. will it be ideal maybe maybe not. if your more of a low bars kinda guy prolly happiness will follow. more of a high bar guy prolly ok as well as long as you don't mind the ultra cranked up stem look or maybe a dirt drop...so in all likelihood doable if you are a happy

[RBW] Re: Videos by Blue Lug

2018-06-28 Thread Richard Rios
great videos! I'd love to see some updated videos like this coming out of Riv HQ...seems to me like things have been kinda quiet on the video front for a good bit...really enjoyed the old Hunqa and staff videos. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Stack and reach of 55 sizes of Appaloosa and (current) Sam?

2018-06-23 Thread Richard Rios
I really wish Riv would have kept the stack number listed on the geo chart. For me felt like the most accurate way of sizing the frame, way better than seat tube on the upslopers... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

2018-06-21 Thread Richard Rios
it really makes me bummed out that anyone would be irritated, annoyed, miffed, or whatever to see this topic here. I know we all want our little cubbies to hide in and time out from the world. But really isn't this an EXCEPTIONAL circumstance even among all the exceptional circumstances going

[RBW] Thanks Grant

2018-06-19 Thread Richard Rios
Right on Grant! People first. Thank you for the post. Big respect for the cajones. Best, Richard -- 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: RIV Catalog Arrived

2018-05-17 Thread Richard Rios
Mine arrived yesterday...must say well done :) ! -- 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] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

2018-05-15 Thread Richard Rios
I'm SoCal eagerly awaiting mine 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] PSA 60 CM Saluki

2018-04-30 Thread Richard Rios
No connection to the seller...But i think i recall a recent threat about some Saluki love. Price is good. https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/d/saluki-by-rivendell-60cm-650b/6567020715.html Best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: New Atlantis Pre-sale page is up on rivbike.com

2018-04-21 Thread Richard Rios
love it! best of 20s art deco meets best of 50s color scheme! wish they would do double top tubes on smaller sizes... -- 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

[RBW] Re: David Lance Goines Riv Bike Poster

2018-03-22 Thread Richard Rios
51 -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

2018-03-20 Thread Richard Rios
So it's a Clem with a few more lugs atlantis paint and roughly 800$ more price tag? Not sure I see the appeal... -- 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

[RBW] FS 58cm Boscomoose

2018-03-20 Thread Richard Rios
Brand new 58cm boscomoose 130$ shipped. Bought for a project that isn't gonna happen. Paypal for pals or you cover fees...local cashola price is cheaper I'm in the 92313. preguntas... 909 910-7424 best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-28 Thread Richard Rios
I am so glad to hear that Riv will ride on. I remember reading or hearing Grant make a statement something to the effect of...people's idea of succes now n days is creating some sort of company / product and then selling it off to some large corporation...that won't happen to Rivendell as long

[RBW] Re: Homer +1 discussion

2018-02-22 Thread Richard Rios
I will second what both Deacon P and Bill said here. In that a single speed and geared bike that best suits most of the type of riding you do is a hard combo to beat. I am currently down to two bikes, Atlantis and Simple1. I would like to add anouther bike to the stable but am hard pressed to

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Richard Rios
Got mine hope it helps. Been a Riv fan and supporter for some time. Noticed they have a 53, 55, and 57 senior Frank Jones on web special might be a good time to grab one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Are you using your real name on here?

2018-01-30 Thread Richard Rios
Yep sure do...why wouldn't I. I've even put my personal phone number up here, no problemo. To riff on good ol' Popeye "I am what I am and I is who I is". Richard "toot toot" Rios -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] PSA: 58 Quickbeam for sale

2017-12-24 Thread Richard Rios
just a FYI to any interested party, the bike ran through my hands...there is a dent on the top tube under the Paul sticker and the point of the seat lug was knocked down damaged during shipping to me. The bike seemed to have lived a very loved life and then moved on. Plenty of beausage. I'm not

Re: [RBW] Re: Fixed Flywheel for the Brain

2017-12-12 Thread Richard Rios
while i am no expert I have given fixed riding a go and found that with brakes riding fixed with no foot retention is fine. Fixed sans brakes and foot retention is no bueno! best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices

2017-12-07 Thread Richard Rios
I have had both and will join the chorus of grip kings are not that grippy especially when wet. I still have a pair of the RMX and find them to be a great all around pedal. Not to grippy not to slippy for everyday use. I've used DMR V8s which I believe are basically the same as the wellgos

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-03 Thread Richard Rios
Fantastic bike congratulations! -- 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

[RBW] Hunqapillar or Appaloosa?

2017-08-01 Thread Richard Rios
I'd ask if you are the type who likes to have one or multiple bikes. If one go Appa. If you like to have bikes that are more specalized get the Hunqa. I'm sure both are great and can be used as allrounders as most Rivs can. But if ya buy kinda smack dab in the middle like with an appa, if you

Re: [RBW] Saddle height vs PBH

2017-07-30 Thread Richard Rios
I prefer the heel on pedal method plus a few hairs up. I found Riv's recomendation of pbh -10 or 11 put me a tad high. Always felt like I was reaching for the pedals and my toes were pointed down to much for my taste. I prefer a flatter foot while pedaling. I end up around 72.5-73 with a 85 cm

[RBW] Re: FS: 2017 Appaloosa 51cm green

2017-07-21 Thread Richard Rios
I've noticed Appas poping up to...might just be that the model is so new it's kinda striking to see um for sale so soon...Atlantis, Sam, Hilsen, have all been around for quite some time, to me it I guess I expect to see them pop up given the supply out there and that owners have prolly had a

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Jack Brown Blue

2017-06-24 Thread Richard Rios
HI All, I have a set of used and in pretty good condition jack brown blues for sale. Asking 50$ for the pair shipped. The side walls are a bit dirty and the pictures are lousy but it gives an idea of tread life / condition. Best, Richard 909 910-7424 Also have a set of the 650 B kendas that

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

2017-06-12 Thread Richard Rios
I've got a pair of vp vice pedals in black. good general used condition some normal scratches. 20 bucks plus shipping of interested. I'd prolly use usps flat rate which is 7$ I think. PM me if interested. best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: FS 56 Quickbeam

2017-05-10 Thread Richard Rios
that is an awesome write up by The Deacon Patrick. No way I am any where near that eloquent...but I will say keep the beam! likelyhood of regretting it's sale is high! I've got a simpleone and love it. it is currently the longest standing bike in my stable, and that being from someone who tends

[RBW] Re: PSA: 60cm Quickbeam on eBay

2017-05-05 Thread Richard Rios
nice. someone is gonna be very happy quickbeams and simpleones are SWEET bike$! Best, Richard -- 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] PSA: 60cm Quickbeam on eBay

2017-05-02 Thread Richard Rios
+1 Mojo, and while I haven't quite thrown in the towel yet...after my last selling experience here I do agree this can be an "interesting" crowd to sell to !). I noticed surly and salsa has a trder / for sale page on facebook, I haven't noticed one for Rivs but might be something to that idea.

[RBW] Re: In Praise of Short Jaunts and Appaloosas

2017-04-25 Thread Richard Rios
couldn't agree more. Between work, life, family, most my rides click in at an hour or two. Still I love um. like little meditation breaks from it all. Restorative on a Riv...Restoritariv perhaps. just ramblin as usual. Best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Any members in the San Diego area interested in an S24o?

2017-04-22 Thread Richard Rios
Hi Max, you part of the SCAR so cal allrounders group? If not I'd suggest ya check it out. I know there are some members down San Diego way. Might be a good place to post narrow down the field a bit. There are a couple of rides cooking one in the OC...I have only met a few of the members so

[RBW] Anyone use a Sackville GrabSack as a handlebar bag?

2017-04-21 Thread Richard Rios
yes, I do / did and it works great, but I only tried on drop bars. place shoulder strap around brake hoods. pull snug. flip bag over once or twice depending on need as to not hit tire. SHAZAM! great little bar bag. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag

2017-04-14 Thread Richard Rios
SOLD! -- 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] Re: FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag

2017-04-14 Thread Richard Rios
Bag is spoken for. :) Sale pending Thanks, Richard On Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 8:37:52 PM UTC-7, Richard Rios wrote: > > So I kinda impulse bought the last Nigel Smythe saddle bag Riv had on web > specials...I am more velvet underground grimey than er um insert classy > tweedi

[RBW] Re: FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag

2017-04-13 Thread Richard Rios
LOL! you all are strange. Perhaps less time on the internet in a state of mental moral high ground and in the real world. My number was up there if you didn't see the humor or like the pricing or worried someone would make a red cent on something so morally reprehensible you coulda called and

Re: [RBW] FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag

2017-04-12 Thread Richard Rios
@Patrick loved the link!) Richard "bought my Atlantis in some part due to "heroin" lyrics I wish that I'd sailed the darkened seas on a great big clipper ship" Rios -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag

2017-04-12 Thread Richard Rios
nope numbers are right. didn't set out to scalp it or try to make what maybe a whopping a 15-20$ "profit". I got better stuff to do with my time than waste it on endevors like that. No one here ever impulse buy anything...then decide not my jam. I dont hate the bag and would just as soon keep

[RBW] FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag

2017-04-12 Thread Richard Rios
So I kinda impulse bought the last Nigel Smythe saddle bag Riv had on web specials...I am more velvet underground grimey than er um insert classy tweedish band here I can't think of one off hand. any way it is a no return kida deal so I am gonna see if anyone here is interested. it's currently

[RBW] Re: Did someone buy Grant's Atlantis?

2017-04-06 Thread Richard Rios
wow I completely missed that one...I have a 56 atlantis and love it. for some reason in my mind I just paired that bike up with Grant as a forever kinda thing. Maybe because it was in the adds, posts, and whatnot a lot during the time I started to really geting into Rivendell. Makes me kinda

Re: [RBW] Re: N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

2017-04-03 Thread Richard Rios
So I have a few factors that help me decide, the first is how much I value my marriage,second space and lastly trying to balance that with my constant search for the "perfect" stable. My ideal number is around four. one for fastish for me road, single speeder, all rounder, and mountain bike.

[RBW] Clem Rear Hub Dust Cap

2017-04-01 Thread Richard Rios
dang that's a bummer on both calls. maybe I read sealed somewhere and inferred cartridge...maybe someone out there has an idea as to what's up. perhaps hubs with this kinda dust deal are just prone to squeeking. hope your hub ends up okie dokie. if something pops up of interest please share so

[RBW] Clem Rear Hub Dust Cap

2017-03-31 Thread Richard Rios
yes. as just a so soish bike wrencher my solution is as follows.. pull the little dust cap back and apply a little light lubricant I used T9 suff. make shure dust cap is seated flush against hub, mine kept getting sucked into hub body. Find a big hill to ride up n down a few times fast n it

[RBW] FS: Soma San marcos 54cm 650B

2017-03-27 Thread Richard Rios
For sale Soma San Marcos Tiberon Blue 650 B 54 CM frame and fork new in box. Not sure of fork bend as i have not removed frame and fork from box. So it is a mystery surprise :) 775$ shipped to your door lower 48. Local pickup welcomed. Any questions feel free to ask. 909 910-7424 --

Re: [RBW] Re: I need a Roadeo, right?

2017-03-26 Thread Richard Rios
YES! or a Roadini if wife / partner is iffy on big bike purchases. Then upgrade later if "need" be !) :) -- 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: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

2017-03-21 Thread Richard Rios
Roberta, I'm not sure what your fitness goals are but I come down on the side of bike riding isn't that great a form of exercise. I think Grant has written a good number of posts about this topic. If I recall correctly without trying to put words in anyone's mouth, I think it is in part how

Re: [RBW] Something French

2017-03-13 Thread Richard Rios
Thank you for the offer Eric I definately will do ! :) -- 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

Re: [RBW] Something French

2017-03-13 Thread Richard Rios
Beautiful bike i'd love to own a Singer some day. just haven't had the right time right size right price thing align YET !) -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Vs Clem Smith

2017-03-13 Thread Richard Rios
Hi, I'll chime in here, as I was in a somewhat similar situation only I test road the appa and bought a clem blind after doing so. I feel that the appa's ride was a bit snappier overall it felt to me a bit more roadish. Clem in the other hand I would characterize as a bit more stable perhaps

[RBW] Re: Remember Good People, Steel is Real!

2017-03-10 Thread Richard Rios
wow just wow. lol professor actual factual saving the non helmeted children of yester year with time machine and encyclopedic knowledge of helmet trivia. now if he only coulda made it ta da 80s i wouldn't a banged my unhelmeted head so often n I'd be a lick smarter... !) then maybe I'd recon

[RBW] Doing wheelies on the Cheviot

2017-03-03 Thread Richard Rios
I read somewhere Dave at Rivendell can wheelie a long CS bike. I was hoping for a video of that. I couldn't really get the front end up on my long CS proto hunqapillar much less wheelie it. haven't really tried on my clem but I'm not so sure how that would go with non bull boscosif anyone

[RBW] cool new geometry section on rivbike.com

2017-03-02 Thread Richard Rios
Yep i dig it. I'm guessing it's fairly new to as i just noticed it the other day. Saddle height suggestion seems to be dropping a bit, I wonder why? Higher bars better with lower saddle, thinner pedals? Any way it is a really nice reference point. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Silver or green Joe?

2017-03-02 Thread Richard Rios
Based on my personal experience I say go silver here is why. Somehow I ended up with 3 greenish Rivs at one point in time, an atlantis, simpleone, and proto hunqa. My wife walks into the garage one day and says my bikes are cute because of the ombre color scheme! Cute and ombre not what I want

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell uses BikeFlights

2017-03-02 Thread Richard Rios
Agreed about Riv's shipping cost. I always cringe a bit when I sell a bike and know it's gotta be shipped, it's a fair amount of work. In fact after a few DIY bike boxing adventures I don't / wont do it myself any more. I now take it to the bike shop who charges 60$. They do a good job or I

[RBW] FS Albatross bar setup

2017-02-26 Thread Richard Rios
Bars are sold thanks. -- 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] Re: PSA: (pricey?) 54cm Quickbeam on eBay

2017-02-21 Thread Richard Rios
AWESOME bike! Your gonna love it! Worth every penny of the price you paid for it IMHO. I find the second hand market on Rivs kinda strange price wise, seems like it brings all the skinflint types out, at least has been my experience when trying to sell a used Rivendell. But back the bike

[RBW] Glorius and Wilbury

2017-02-16 Thread Richard Rios
Difference=stickers -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

2017-02-16 Thread Richard Rios
There's been a good bit said. So I'll just throw in my .02. I try to support my LBS whenever possible. But when I do I go there with the mindset of I am paying for service and dont really sweat the price. If the service isn't there then why would I pay a higher price? And I dont. I do and don't

[RBW] Re: Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.

2017-02-09 Thread Richard Rios
Takashi, Thank you for the link and letting me know I'll be taking a closer look at the bars and might order a set. Hmmm but that means I might just need a new bike to put them on :/... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.

2017-02-08 Thread Richard Rios
I have no idea what those wild looking bars are either. But the pair of bars I was referencing were on the second link and have 25.4 clamp diameter. I'll check out fairweather to see if they got um thanks for the tip :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.

2017-02-08 Thread Richard Rios
I have no idea what those wild looking bars are either. But the pair of bars I was referencing were on the second link and have 25.4 clamp diameter. I'll check out fairweather to see if they got um thanks for the tip :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.

2017-02-08 Thread Richard Rios
Looks like Blue Lug has Riv's new bars or something very close to them on sale. I am thinking about ordering a pair they look great! Anyone order from them before? https://bluelug.com/blog/kamiuma/84384/ https://store.bluelug.com/nitto-b356-m-s-bar-black-13739.html -- You received this

[RBW] 55 CROMO Bosco bars for sale

2017-02-04 Thread Richard Rios
HI Everyone, I just swapped out stock 55cm bosco bars for the wider 58 version so i am selling the originals. Asking 45$ paypal friends and family plus actual shipping cost. My guess would be around 15$ shipping, I will be using the box and packing riv sent me which is kinda large. local

[RBW] FS: New Clem Smith Jr take off parts.

2017-01-25 Thread Richard Rios
Items sold! Thanks Valerie :) -- 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

[RBW] FS: New Clem Smith Jr take off parts.

2017-01-24 Thread Richard Rios
Hi Everyone, Bought a new clem smith I didn't end up using the saddle or pedals as i already had a brooks and some old thin gripsters waiting... 20$ for saddle plus standard flat rate shipping envelope which is 6.45 i think. 20$ for plastic clem pedals and little bell plus flat rate

[RBW] Re: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!

2017-01-11 Thread Richard Rios
Clem has arrived. Picked um up on Monday. Haven't had a chance to build it up but looking forward to get a ride in this weekend. Ride impressions to follow. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: FS: Misc Nitto rack parts. Struts, p clamps, diving board...

2017-01-08 Thread Richard Rios
SOLD! On Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 11:01:46 PM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > Hi, > > I have managed to collect a small bunch of miscellaneous rack parts. > Since i don't have any racks in the works or need the parts thought i would > bundle them up. Got a Clem on t

Re: [RBW] strada rosa, goatheads, tubeless

2017-01-07 Thread Richard Rios
Sorry I didn't even mention tubeless but unless you are curious or have other reasons for wanting to go tubeless I would say it is unnecessary. -- 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] strada rosa, goatheads, tubeless

2017-01-07 Thread Richard Rios
Yes there are lots of goatheads out there. I say how good are you at fixing flats and how much do you mind mid ride flat repair. If you are good run em as is and patch the flats as they come along. Medium don't care slime or orange seal is great. Hate fixing flats tire liners and some sorta

[RBW] Re: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!

2017-01-02 Thread Richard Rios
Definitely different opinions here which makes things fun and interesting, I guess it just remains to be seen as to how i feel the Clem rides once it arrives. I briefly spoke to Grant about Clem and he gave it a ringing endorsement "your gonna love it". I didn't go into all the details and

[RBW] Re: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!

2016-12-30 Thread Richard Rios
Thanks for the feedback ian. I read as much as I can and hand wring while trying to make sense of the numbers but admittedly I am no where near close to an expert on any of that. I usually just go by how a bike"feels" for what I am looking to do with it. Now I had a long CS hunqapillar proto

[RBW] Re: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!

2016-12-30 Thread Richard Rios
Hi masmojo, I have read various opinions on the ride qualities would you share your impressions on how they differ. From what I put together I thought it would be good enough. I anticipate that the clem will ride a bit more husky than the appa but what impressed me was the smooth yet nimble

[RBW] Clem / long CS CROW PIE!

2016-12-29 Thread Richard Rios
Thanks Joe, I did / do anticipate a bit of a difference based on description and ride reports but it does sound close enough and I was hedging my bet just a wee bit due to my previous experience. But close enough in this case will be PLENTY GOOD enogh cause the appa was a wow grin inducer. --

[RBW] Clem / long CS CROW PIE!

2016-12-29 Thread Richard Rios
So a few weeks back The Wheelhouse los angeles posted on their facebook page that they had some Clems, Appas, and Sams in stock. So I though Howdee I live close enough to there to grab a quick look. And there is a pretty decent ramen shop near by score twofer! Also to be completely honest the

Re: [RBW] Re: Multi Use Path Etiquette

2016-12-29 Thread Richard Rios
Maybe I'm just weird but I do glance back every so often as I walk along. Do the same on my bike. Keeps me from being surprised at least 80 percent of the time. Also most bikes are not absolutely silent usually there will be some kind of noise that alerts me to a bike comming along. Tire buzz,

Re: [RBW] Re: Multi Use Path Etiquette

2016-12-29 Thread Richard Rios
As to original question posed. I say yes it is absolutely ok, go for it and why not. My experience is that people you can pass in this manner are generally the more considerate and aware types. They don't seem startled or to mind. I know I dont, just slow down a bit and go on about your

[RBW] Re: I need help. I have become a Riv enabler.

2016-12-15 Thread Richard Rios
Looks like The Wheelhouse in LA. Great shop nice people, I know they posted they have a few rivs in stock a couple o days back. I'm planning a trip out that way hopefully someone will enabale me -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: PSA Inexpensive Cheviut

2016-12-15 Thread Richard Rios
Yeah selling on CL is no fun at all. Between the scammers, the low ballers, the information seekers with no intention to buy, and flakes it really does get a bit frustrating! So sadly I go all Bird in hand when selling. Doesn't feel so nice but darn... My experience selling a Rivemdell has

Re: [RBW] Clementine

2016-12-13 Thread Richard Rios
Rasta bar tape very natty! Approve :) -- 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: FS Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)

2016-11-14 Thread Richard Rios
SOLD! Thank you. On Sunday, November 13, 2016 at 9:22:08 PM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > 70 mm version. > > Thanks, > Richard > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gro

[RBW] Re: FS Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)

2016-11-13 Thread Richard Rios
70 mm version. Thanks, Richard -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)

2016-11-13 Thread Richard Rios
sale pending... On Sunday, November 13, 2016 at 10:15:32 AM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > Pictures Attached > > 70$ for just stem shipped if interested friends and family papal. > > Thanks, > Richard > > On Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 3:47:37 PM UTC-8, Richard Ri

[RBW] Re: FS Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)

2016-11-13 Thread Richard Rios
Pictures Attached 70$ for just stem shipped if interested friends and family papal. Thanks, Richard On Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 3:47:37 PM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > Hi Everyone, > > Have a brand new Velo orange Cigne stem nickle plated for sale small > scratch

[RBW] FS Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)

2016-11-12 Thread Richard Rios
Hi Everyone, Have a brand new Velo orange Cigne stem nickle plated for sale small scratch version (which is almost nothing don't know why they even mentioned it). Also including a set of new 31.8 to 26.0 shims as well as a Titanium simworks 20mm with me headset spacer. The spacer matches

[RBW] blug notes

2016-11-10 Thread Richard Rios
Read the post to go Grant! He has my support! -- 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

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