Re: [RBW] Re: Quest for a winter biking/running/hiking shoe

2016-12-31 Thread Tim Butterfield
I tried Russell once, but ended up returning them. They claim to be true moccisons, but I do not consider them true moccisons. The pair made for me had a seam in the bottom of the sole between the heel and the toe. There was some thin liner material over it, but I could see it and feel it throug

Re: [RBW] WTB: 700c wheelset 130mm and sugino double crank

2016-12-31 Thread davecstein
Yeah the bronze one. I haven't ridden a Legolas but it seemed like it should be similar, a 700c bike (for a short person) that is more road-ish but with all the fixings for racks, etc. i road the demo which was pretty fast and spritely from the parking lot ride I did. Sent from my iPhone > On

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville SlickerSack for Nitto Platrack - Excellent (barely used) Condition

2016-12-31 Thread Jared Volpe
I also have a Green/Olive version with the Andy Schmidt mod already done. I'll part with one of them so if you want the Green/Olive instead, DM me. On Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 1:43:30 PM UTC-8, Jared Volpe wrote: > > Hey there. I'm selling my Sackville SlickerSack. If you have the Nitto >

[RBW] Hunqapillar build report

2016-12-31 Thread John G.
Love it! I'm debating switching out the albas on my 58cm Hunq, too. I might go for Dirt Drops. What tires are you running? I've had a bit of a tire crisis on my Hunq. I put some Snoqualmie Passes on them. Loved the feel, but they were puny. I know have Schwalbe Big Ones (2.35). Very happy with

[RBW] Hunqapillar build report

2016-12-31 Thread John G.
Love it! I'm debating switching out the albas on my 58cm Hunq, too. I might go for Dirt Drops. What tires are you running? I've had a bit of a tire crisis on my Hunq. I put some Snoqualmie Passes on them. Loved the feel, but they were puny. I know have Schwalbe Big Ones (2.35). Very happy with

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar build report

2016-12-31 Thread Max S
Who, I REALLY LIKE those vintage Tektros... something streamlined / well proportioned about them... Nice build! On Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 5:30:44 PM UTC-5, Bob B wrote: > > Hi all, > > I built up a 58cm Hunq myself this June, in a rush so that I could take it > on a 300-mile tour (DC

[RBW] Hunqapillar build report

2016-12-31 Thread Bob B
Hi all, I built up a 58cm Hunq myself this June, in a rush so that I could take it on a 300-mile tour (DC > Pittsburgh via C&O/GAP), but finally, as of today, got it how I REALLY wanted it. They breakthrough was switching out the original Albas (an experiment) for my truly favorite bar, the Bos

[RBW] WTB Cassette 13-30 or?

2016-12-31 Thread Ray Varella
Hi all, Does anyone have an 8 speed cassette, (Shimano compatible) that they want to sell. Anything with a high of 13 or 14 teeth and a low of 30 or more. Thank you, Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsub

[RBW] FS: Sackville SlickerSack for Nitto Platrack - Excellent (barely used) Condition

2016-12-31 Thread Jared Volpe
Hey there. I'm selling my Sackville SlickerSack. If you have the Nitto Platrack and have been wondering what to do with it, you should buy this bag. It is pretty amazing. Plus it has been discontinued by Riv and they don't come up for sale often... so here is your chance to get one in excellent

[RBW] WTB: 700c wheelset 130mm and sugino double crank

2016-12-31 Thread Chad
The bronze one right? Can't wait to see it built up. I had that one on preorder, but instead bought the 52 AHH that was for sale here awhile back. Wish I had the funds for this one as well. That bronze looks gorgeous! Kind of like a budget Legolas IMO. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Hungry, Hungry Hunqapillar

2016-12-31 Thread WETH
Fabulous! Happy New Year! -- 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: Quest for a winter biking/running/hiking shoe

2016-12-31 Thread Deacon Patrick
Thanks, Ray. I have, just have never pulled the trigger. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 1:24:00 PM UTC-7, Ray Varella wrote: > > Patrick, >Have you talked with the folks at Russell Moccasin. > I have a hard time finding shoes that fit well because my feet are >

[RBW] Re: Quest for a winter biking/running/hiking shoe

2016-12-31 Thread Ray Varella
Patrick, Have you talked with the folks at Russell Moccasin. I have a hard time finding shoes that fit well because my feet are different sizes. Russel makes shoes in just about any configuration you need. The prices are not exactly cheap but the quality, fit and workmanship is outsta

Re: [RBW] WTB: Sugino XD2 crank arm( left/ non drive side)

2016-12-31 Thread Mike Williams
Thanks Richard, I'll check those out Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 31, 2016, at 11:00 AM, RichS wrote: > > Try Universal Cycles. I purchased the same arm from them. Ben's Cycles may be > another source. > > Best, > Richard > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 53cm Roadeo

2016-12-31 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Actually that is a starting bid price and the reserve is not met. So who knows what the "price" may 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-o

[RBW] Re: Extreme long johns...

2016-12-31 Thread Deacon Patrick
Update: Brynje fishnet merino wool longjohns arrived yesterday and I got to test them out on my bike/run today. They are at least as warm as Wiggys. There is no getting away from the nylon feel of Wiggys. I feel like I'm with Bret Bear self stranded on the Alaska coast and we've found fishnet

[RBW] Re: Quest for a winter biking/running/hiking shoe

2016-12-31 Thread Deacon Patrick
Happy to try them for you, Garth. Grin. Is size your hesitation? If so, I'm 13 EEEish. Depending on your foot, you might find the Brogans fit if you remove the footbed (add a thin leather insole due to the grooves in the forefoot without an insole) and cut out the neoprene sock. But that's a lot

[RBW] Re: Front Low-rider Panniers on Rambouillet?

2016-12-31 Thread dougP
"I was very happy with the way the way the bike rode..." & "I had a total of 40-45lbs of stuff on this years tour..." That's about as good an endorsement as one could get for the touring capability of the Ram. I rarely carry that much weight on my Atlantis. It's impressive what can be done i

[RBW] Re: Quest for a winter biking/running/hiking shoe

2016-12-31 Thread Garth
Interesting, thank you for trying them. I had wondered about those but my hesitation was confirmed in your account. Have you tried Lem boots by chance ? They don't make a size 14 but would be curious to know about them. Soft Star, have you tried their walking/running shoes ? I have some RunA

[RBW] WTB: Sugino XD2 crank arm( left/ non drive side)

2016-12-31 Thread RichS
Try Universal Cycles. I purchased the same arm from them. Ben's Cycles may be another source. 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: Puzzling out a Nigel Smithe Saddlebag

2016-12-31 Thread Deacon Patrick
Thanks, all! I've tried the many and various iterations suggested. Yes, in the pictures there is tilt and a straighter bag might lift the buckles. It doesn't. The buckles are lower than work, so the solution is to change the closure system. TrunkSacks are great, but there is a reason all that p

[RBW] Quest for a winter biking/running/hiking shoe

2016-12-31 Thread Deacon Patrick
I know there are some folks here who wear minimalist footwear. This is about my ongoing quest to find a winter moccasin that works for all the stupid things I do, keeps my feet warm and withstands the abuse I give them. Riv. content: I ride my bike to the trailhead. http://thegrid.ai/withabandon

[RBW] WTB: 700c wheelset 130mm and sugino double crank

2016-12-31 Thread dstein
That 10% coupon somehow tricked my computer into buying that 53cm rosco road I've been eyeing. Bought some new parts and have others from the parts bin for the build except a wheel set and crank. I'm thinking of holding off till I can fit a new A23 wheel set in the budget but thought I'd check h

[RBW] Re: Front Low-rider Panniers on Rambouillet?

2016-12-31 Thread Dick Denning
Kieran: I went on a 5 day fully loaded tour on my orange 58cm Rambouillet back in September. It was the tenth annual fall tour I take every year with a few riding buddies. Had a Jandd hooped low rider rack held onto the stock fork blades with P-clamps. I used full sized rear panniers on eac

[RBW] Re: Musa Mitts

2016-12-31 Thread Edwin W
I brought mine on a ride the other day with my 10 year old. It got a little cold and I offered them to him. He cracked up looking at them! He accepted the gloves I was wearing and I took the half mitts. Worked like a charm. They are up there with splats, ponchos and the wind bib thing on high

[RBW] Re: FS: my old 1x10 set up.

2016-12-31 Thread jeffrey kane
Hey Mike, been meaning to get back to you on this -- do you still have the XT 11/36 and KMC chain that you want to move? lmk/jsk On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 12:06:26 PM UTC-5, mike gasparino wrote: > > Hey guys, have had these laying around for a while from an old 1x10 build > on my riv: >

[RBW] Re: Musa Mitts

2016-12-31 Thread Matt B.
Really bummed these are going away and haven't been very popular. Seems be inevitable for most clothing / parts / tools that are particularly good yet cheap-- they are suddenly discontinued! I layer my half mitts over gripper gloves in winter. That set up is good for down to 20 degrees or so