Re: [RBW] re: 2 top tubes - Y2TT plus (at the end of it) divisive cultural reference

If you are tired of people pushing you around, putting you down, belittling you because you HEART the 2TT, do not fear. You can now join your well-triangulated and appointed brethren and sistren in shouting your love for the 2TT from the mountaintops (or your cute boy shorts). I hope you guys

[RBW] Pitlock Skewer?

Hey group - I would like to get a pit lock skewer for a front wheel, and just wondering if anyone has one laying around that they would like to part with. Seemed like the type of thing you may get and decide you don't need, etc. Shoot me an email if you do! -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: How much should a bike cost?

Often there are costs that are "externalized" - i.e. not included in the sale price. This is the case with the cheapie bikes that are mass produced for department stores by people working in miserable conditions, for ridiculously low wages, in factories that pollute the world. All of that has

[RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

The bondhus screw driver handle allen wrenches are my favorite too Eric, have made adding and removing water bottle cages and racks much easier. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

I had this same quandary in May. I went to Riv, which was awesome and fun and totally worth it, and rode them both. They are both fantastic bikes. I ended up going with the Hillborne just because it felt more like bikes that I am used to riding (only way, way better). For the record, I am

[RBW] Re: How much should a bike cost?

It should cost a price which allows the businesses that create the parts to sustain themselves. I think that Rivendells are probably priced too low. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for summer-weight wool?

Wool is expensive, the rapha jersey is only a bit more than the ibex ones. It's worth the premium though. (Living in Vermont, I have the benefit of going to the ibex tent sale, where I can pick up the year's wool on the cheap). The 17.5 micron ibex shirts are my favorite for super hot weather

Re: RE: [RBW] Looking for a 62cm Rambouillet

Yep, that orange ram has been around for at least 6 months. Is a beauty too. Sorry about your loss. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for summer-weight wool?

I love my ibex stuff. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/7FLERssLMdcJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegr

Re: [RBW] Re: TRP RRL brake levers okay for smaller hands?

just got mine in the mail today and built up a new cockpit (not yet on a bike, just put the levers, shifters, stem and handlebars together). the hoods definitely don't have as nice of a "flow" out of the bar to them that the tiagras have. they look a little weird (you can see this in the pics

[RBW] The New Green Sam

Pics are up. The white decals look so much better than the gold, imo. Beautiful bike. pics here post here -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: New England Riv Ride?

I am potentially in - depending on life's other demands. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/AEfFVEQk9FsJ. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: FS: Albatross / Moustache bars

Hey Jim - Did Dustin end up taking the albatross bars? If not, I'd like em (I have a sam waiting at Riv). Let me know! -Zack -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the w

[RBW] Re: A[ir] Homer is ready to fly!

Beautiful build Rex. Just stunning. May you ride it in good health! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/3N_wjKf5se8J. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Looking for a Bridgestone MB

Thanks for that tip, fantastic. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/E7qcudd3mA8J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunc

Re: [RBW] Re: 2 top tubes - Y2TT plus (at the end of it) divisive cultural reference

I am proud to have a 64cm 2TT on the way, and I can't wait for it to get here. (seriously, the waiting game sucks!). I didn't initially love the 2TT, but have done a total 180 on it. I think it looks beautiful actually. Seeing them in person, and seeing a few pics online which, to me, really

[RBW] Re: Rivs on STP (Seattle to Portland)

Man. Love it. "Did you pack a picnic in your handlebar bag?" "Why yes, yes indeed." Good stuff. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-

[RBW] Re: Rivs on STP (Seattle to Portland)

ahaha. That is the best quotation I have heard in a long time. Good stuff. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/PXNPtfd_XH4J. To pos

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 installation?

So I am going to give this a shot - find an old fender mounted tail light. Gut it. Install the E3 tail light. Attach to fender. Hopefully it works! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 installation?

Does anyone have experience mounting a supernova taillight to a fender? I imagine it's do-able, just wondering if anyone has done it. I am going to be running Berthoud stainless fenders. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Atlantis or....?

I made my decision between bomba, sam, atlantis, and hunk like this: I have a 93.5" pbh. They aren't making the 64 cm Atlantis any more. So no Atlantis. Bomba is nice, but is more expensive than the hunk, and there was a long backorder (like 6 months I think, but I could be off on that) when I

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Choice

thank you for the rundown! i am definitely leaning toward the SS 50mm Berthouds - the stainless seems to meet my needs best (looking good, long-lasting, etc) anyone know if they will fit on a big new Sam? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

[RBW] Re: Fender Choice

Does anyone have experience running the 50mm Berthouds on a Sam? Wondering if I'll have to modify the fender to get it to work. Thanks in advance! I am closing in on my delivery date for my first Riv, I can't wait. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

[RBW] Re: Pics of my new Hunqapillar...and a question about handlebar bags

Hey Geoff - You could always put a nitto mini front rack and saddlesack small on the front of the bike - wouldn't be as high as the handlebars, but would be on the front of the bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To vie

[RBW] Re: Just a Review of my Bombadil

awesome pics, looks like you are living the dream. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/OuKFUHSTxngJ. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Fender Choice

I wonder if your experience with the longboards has to do with the fact that you are running 650s. Either way, good to know. I think I am going to have riv build up the sam with the longboards, that way at least i have a set of fenders i know works (rather than having to snip metal/bend it a

[RBW] Re: Fender Choice

Solid, thank you! I think it's going to come down to the Longboards vs. Berthouds then. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Pc85YPmFj

[RBW] Fender Choice

Hey All - Poked around with search and couldn't find anything. I am about to get my Sam. It's a 64 cm. I am getting the Dureme 40's. I wanted to get the hammered honjo fenders, but am now thinking that they won't fit. What do you guys think? Anyone have the same/similar setup on a Sam th

[RBW] Re: NOS romulus.

WHOA. am i glad i didn't see the 64 cm bombadil on the frame specials page until it was gone. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Eb

[RBW] Re: Vermont Rides/Camping

Also thank you to everyone for the suggestions, I totally appreciate it. Particularly Patrick in VT! Good stuff. On Jun 21, 4:28 pm, Zack wrote: > Just got back from a little loop in Grand Isle today - The Shore Roads > (East and West) are beautiful. > > On Jun 21, 9:34 am, P

[RBW] Re: Vermont Rides/Camping

Just got back from a little loop in Grand Isle today - The Shore Roads (East and West) are beautiful. On Jun 21, 9:34 am, Patrick in VT wrote: > On Jun 20, 8:58 pm, Montclair BobbyB > wrote: > > > Once you're out on Grand Isle, there are several options... One of > > them is to take a nice ferry

[RBW] Re: New Hillborne

Looks great! Happy riding. On Jun 20, 8:13 am, Ray Shine wrote: > Very nice!  Great color. The whole thing is well done. > > > > > > >From: John L > >To: RBW Owners Bunch > >Sent: Sunday, June 19, 2011 3:53 PM > >Subject: [RBW] New Hillborne > > >pics here:http:

[RBW] Re: Vermont Rides/Camping

Also, if you don't live in Vermont, how do you go about choosing places to go on your S24O's? I know that part of the beauty of the S24O is the spontaneity - but would love some guidance on how you got started. On Jun 20, 8:39 am, Zack wrote: > Hey All - > > I live in Burlin

[RBW] Vermont Rides/Camping

Hey All - I live in Burlington, VT, and would like to start doing some overnight camping trips in VT. I am researching good spots to do the overnights, and figured I would ask on here as well. Have any of you done any in VT? A lot of what I am finding for state park camping is more like car- ca

[RBW] Re: Pedal Spikes

Hey - I had the same problem, tried a bigger bit, and still had troubles. I think using the tiny Allen wrench is not the way to go. I am going to try again with a screwdriver/hex bit. The little wrenches dont cut it. On Jun 18, 6:02 pm, Steve Wimberg wrote: > Hi Roger, > > I had to use the next

[RBW] Re: HS

Well, it definitely has a single chain ring (it says so in the HS excel form: "You know it's a single-chain ring bike? Not a single speed, single chainring."), so perhaps it is a 3, 7, or 8 speed internal hub townie bike? On Jun 18, 10:36 am, William wrote: > I also hope it works out for Riv.  It

[RBW] Re: The bike collection (or hoard?)

The GP quotation about how many bikes you should own is great - (paraphrasing, can't remember where I saw it): "You should have seven: A town bike, a single speed, a loaded tourer, a commuter, a bike you aren't afraid to ride in the rain, an off-roader, a go-fast bike, a beater, and a fixed gear.

[RBW] Re: Teva Hurricanes on sale!

I actually like riding in these quite a bit. Paired with the Grip Kings, it's my favorite combination on the bike. I like Keens much more for just walking around, as the tevas are kind of flimsy, but on the bike I always go for the Tevas, particularly if I am going to ride a long distance. They

[RBW] Re: OT: Bike Storage

Love this idea, I am totally going to do that for a project soon. I may just shellack them too! On Jun 15, 9:59 pm, Peter Pesce wrote: > There are lots of different hooks, bike-specific and non-, that you can find > at HD, on amazon etc. In almost every case, the vinyl "tool dip" or neoprene

[RBW] Re: Watter bottle recommendations?

ember those canteens with the wool serape pattern > > covers? Works. > > > On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 11:35 AM, Rene Sterental > > wrote: > > Do they fit on KK Iris cages? I thought they didn't... > > > Sent from my iPhone 4 > > > On Jun 15, 2011,

[RBW] Re: OT: Bike Storage

.  It will start marring your rims cosmetically over time.  Not the > biggest worry in the world, but just a heads up. > > > > > > On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 10:03 AM, Zack wrote: > > Just FYI, I also live in an apartment, and just hang my bikes on hooks > > that I screwe

[RBW] Re: Watter bottle recommendations?

Robert: You should try one of the double-walled insulated KK bottles! They are awesome. You can keep coffee hot and water cold for a pretty good amount of time. In my experience it's a little better at keeping coffee hot for a while than water cold, but it's still a vast improvement over the si

[RBW] Re: OT: Bike Storage

Just FYI, I also live in an apartment, and just hang my bikes on hooks that I screwed into the ceiling. They were maybe $2 each from Home Depot, covered in rubber. I am pretty tall and am able to reach the bike up to hang it on the hooks. Works for me, and haven't had any problems with wheels be

[RBW] Re: Trangia cook kits

dan - how did you carry the alcohol for the stove? nice blog by the way, I enjoyed checking it out (saw the link on the Riv site). On Jun 12, 5:40 pm, pushing the pedals wrote: > I use the smaller Trangia 27-7 UL/HA cookset that Rivendell sells, and > I find that it is about the best thing I c

[RBW] Re: Is parting out a bike better than selling complete?

That bike has been for sale for a few months now, was also on ebay for a bit. I was tempted to buy it because of all the upgraded parts. In the end, I decided to get a new Hillborne with less upgrades. Would seem like he would drop the price a few hundred dollars and sell it already! On Jun 13,

[RBW] Re: Double Top Tube Sam Hillborne

I have a 64 on the way. At first I didn't like the "undertube" but it has really grown on me. It is probably/maybe slightly unnecessary on a 56 cm, but still looks great. It wouldn't be a dealbreaker for me, but that's just me. On Jun 6, 3:05 pm, Bill Pustow wrote: > It would be a deal breaker

[RBW] Re: Sulphur Mtn Ride Report

That descent looks like a blast. On May 26, 10:31 am, rperks wrote: > Yesterday I made it out for a few, five actually, hours to ride a loop > up and over Sulphur Mountain down to Santa Paula and back home to > Ventura.  The ride is just under 50 miles and 4000 feet of total > climbing.  Almost a

[RBW] Re: Decision Potential

Also, I think that Keven has a 91 cm pbh (lol that I know that) and he has the 58. Food for thought. It seems like the writeup strongly suggests that the correct size for you would be 58 cm. On May 25, 6:15 am, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > Oh, and I forgot to mention... RBW's geometry PDF says

[RBW] Re: visit to the nitto factory

Yep, I don't know how you could watch this and not 1. appreciate the nitto stuff you already have and 2. want more. Very cool stuff. On May 24, 9:45 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > http://www.tokyofixedgear.com/ShopFeaturesDetail.asp?Bno=12 > > love the pictures and video. > > -sv -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Decision Potential

t. > > Did your "clearance" of the top tubes of the 64cm Hillborne and the > 62cm Hunqapillar seem very similar? > > Yours, > Thomas Lynn Skean > Enjoying the problem. > > On May 24, 3:25 pm, Zack wrote: > > > > > I think I have something to offer he

[RBW] Re: Decision Potential

I think I have something to offer here. I measured my own PBH to 91 cm. I went to Riv, used their method, and got 94 cm (with someone helping, using the paint stick, and really going for it lol). I am 6'3 and 240 for reference. I rode the 62 Hunqapillar and the 64 Hillborne. I ended up going w

[RBW] Re: Davinci splitters for cockpit swap

Thank you guys for all the input. Great stuff. I ordered the couplers this weekend. They'll be ready for me to install when I take delivery of the Sam in 7 weeks or so. Seems pretty do-able. I am having riv set me up with albatross bars on the build. I think I'll ride those a ton this summer/fal

[RBW] Davinci splitters for cockpit swap

Hey All - I have a Sam on the way, and am strongly considering trying to set up the davinci splitters so that I would be able to swap between Noodles and Albatrosses (Albabtri?). I am going with bar end shifters and canti brakes. I have heard varying reports on how difficult this is, and am wond

[RBW] Re: My Riv Experience

I think that there are 64s in the new green batch, but I could have misunderstood. We were originally talking about 60cms because I was off on my PBH, so is possible, if not likely, that I have wires crossed. Sorry for any confusion! On May 13, 4:50 pm, Roger wrote: > Is there such a thing as a

[RBW] Re: My Riv Experience

Yep, I love the orange too - just thought the navy would be a nice touch. It is the same color as the Bombadils used to be. On May 13, 9:59 am, Michael_S wrote: > Pretty awesome story Zack. I'm sure you won't be dissapointed with > your Sam. Of course that orange paint job is b

[RBW] My Riv Experience

First, an admission: I have been a member of the "RBW Owners Bunch" for the past few years, but haven't actually owned a Rivendell. Until now. This is my long-ish account of my first Riv experience. I recently finished grad school, and wanted to reward myself for two years of missing out on som

[RBW] FS: Nitto Rear Campee Rack, Ostrich Panniers

trich rear panniers, lightly used, purchased these from Curtis with the rest of the luggage, I am going to stick with the handlebar and saddlebag. Don't want to part with these, but I need the money for a wedding ring! 175.00 Shipped anywhere in the US. Let me know if you have any questions.

[RBW] Re: Convert 10 speed to 9 speed? (Silver Bar End Shifter Content)

Thank you all for your help. I did attempt to do some searching before posting this, just FYI for you guys, but I was having a hard time finding anything discussing how to change from 10 TO 9. I am going to swap my 10 speed cassette for an 8 and go for it. -Zack On Apr 21, 12:01 pm, PATRICK

[RBW] Convert 10 speed to 9 speed? (Silver Bar End Shifter Content)

setup. I want to move to bar-ends no matter what, as the STI's just don't really suit me, and they suggested indexed bar ends. Is converting the 10 speed to 9 speed as easy as swapping out the casette? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Than

[RBW] FS Nitto Big Campee Front Rack

but still has plenty of life left, no dents or anything. It's 158 new, I could do 115 shipped anywhere in the US. Please reply offline! -Zack --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

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