[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

I have a good condition choco-moose I could let go if the OP has any interest. On Friday, July 7, 2023 at 1:55:39 PM UTC-7 Mackenzy Albright wrote: > Just to pipe in on CHOCO-MOOSE. I emailed Riv a while ago and they said > they may not restock them ever and/or is yet undecided on the fate of

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

Just to pipe in on CHOCO-MOOSE. I emailed Riv a while ago and they said they may not restock them ever and/or is yet undecided on the fate of the Chocomoose. I noticed they came into stock at bluelug and immediately ordered a pair and love them. They feel how I imagine moustache bars should fee

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

Ted, I've got to say that Ana Purple color is one of the nicest colors I've seen on a Riv. Looks great! I'll offer my feedback as a former Appa owner. I've tried Albatross, Billie's and Jones Loop bars. Of those three the Billie's were my favorite. The Albatross didn't over enough hand positions

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

My Hunqa has a Discord Fingerling Stem with 70mm reach and a Jones Loop Bar (710) - it's a great setup Max On Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 9:58:21 AM UTC-4 Dave Grossman wrote: > I once heard an interview with Jeff Jones on how to set up his H-Bar and > he mentioned using a stem short enough so th

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

I once heard an interview with Jeff Jones on how to set up his H-Bar and he mentioned using a stem short enough so that you can fully utilize his bars. If the stem is too long, the curve at the front won't be used for more "aero" riding and if it is too short the grips won't be comfy either. I

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

Focusing on the question, what kinds of bars do people like on their Appaloosas, I had Nitto *North Road* bars on mine for a while (now, my Grant Petersen-designed Soma *San Marcos* is wearing them). I don't think Nitto is making those bars anymore, but there are lots that are pretty similar,

Re: [RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

I have an old tig welded bullmoose-style bar I got from a scrap bike many years ago. Maybe I should give that bar a try given all the praise *-moose style bars are receiving here... Doesn't have much sweep, though. On Thu, Jun 29, 2023 at 1:22 PM lconley wrote: > $91 shipping charge for the Choc

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

$91 shipping charge for the Chocomoose from Blue Lug - total of $176.20 - big awkward box no doubt. They were in stock at Rivendell until a month or two ago. I had been thinking about trying some out, and then they were gone. I have fillet-brazed Boscomoose and Bullmoose, and I also love the so

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build Opinions

In my opinion, the bars that the very first Appaloosas originally came with are still the best choice: Choco-moose. I don't understand the supply-chain realities, but here we are with Riv listing them at $210 and out of stock, but Blue Lug sells them for $85.20 and they are in stock. There i

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Hi Roberta... and thanks! I will say that the B17 and C17 do feel different, but both can work great. The C17, for me, has a better chance of working well and not hurting me right out of the box. The B17's can take some time to get to that point, The other side of that is the C17 will most l

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Bob, The silver is a lovely color (the one I lusted for...) and the bike looks beautiful Do you notice a difference in riding feel between the Cambium C17 and the leather B17?Also, how do you like the titanium lock?I had read some good things about it. As my father would say "ri

Re: [RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

That is excellent! I will look forward to seeing the build as it progresses. I know having the time and the pieces and parts all together in the same solar day is harder than it looks. Not that I have had that many really nice bikes, a handful really, but I love riding this bike more than any

Re: [RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Thanks Bob. Glad you're enjoying it. My frame arrived yesterday and i drove down after my night shift to pick it up. It's really quite nicely made and the paint job is terrific. I put wheel, a saddle and a cokpit on to compare the size/fit with my saluki. It looks like it'll work exactly the

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Sky, It is a Nitto 27f and I have now bought a couple from Ben's Cycle. They are available other places I'm sure, but Ben's is close enough to me for good service and a somewhat local feel, if from afar...! http://www.benscycle.com/p-2096-nitto-campee-27f-front-rack-700c.aspx I have one on th

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Bob, What front rack is that and where did u pick it up? Thanks, Sky in new west -- 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

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Evolution... Now with racks and front, low bags and a basket! I was playing around with a decaleur hack (a few pics in the Flickr album) but, to a bit of surprise, I did not like it. A case of the bike quietly saying how and what it wants to be I think. For lack of the right nuts and bolts,

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

thanks bob! that is the info i needed! yes u usually have a rack that is mounted through the fork crown hole that allows me to just use the supplied washer and nut to secure the L-bracket. This is the first time that to not be the case. I'll try to share pictures as well! On Monday, April 17

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

I am probably misunderstanding, and definitely let me know if this all sounds wrong, but the fork crown "mount" or hole (front to back of the fork crown) on an Appaloosa is not threaded as far as I can tell and is relatively quite large- an M6 fits. The depth of the fork crown mount, not takin

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

anyone with a joe and fenders know what bolt to use to attach fender L-bracket to the fork crown mount? is it just an M5 bolt? what length do i need? On Sunday, April 16, 2017 at 2:48:50 PM UTC-4, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > Even though I am still figuring out some crankset/BB issues on a preferred

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Congratulations on your new Joe! Looks like you're off to a great start. Love the closeup image of the thumb shifter and bell. Comfort is definitely king in my book too. Regards, Richard On Sunday, April 16, 2017 at 2:48:50 PM UTC-4, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > Even though I am still figuring out so

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

I just got a 55 Joe and I don't have much extra for stand over. My PBH is 85. Great bike. -- 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+

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Hi Andrew, I cannot speak to the 55, but on a 58, I measure ~85cm just in front of the saddle, ~86.5-87cm mid-tube, ~89cm at or near the head tube. That is with Schwalbe Mondial tires, marked 700x47 and sometimes sold as 700x45. I measure actual tire height (for these) at just a little over 4

Re: [RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

I asked Will about standover. He measured the 55cm at 83.5cm with the stock tires (40mm i think). I did notice a 51cm silver appa framset on portlands craigslist tonight. Sky in new west > On Apr 17, 2017, at 4:18 AM, Andrew Huston > wrote: > > Can someone speak to the stand over, particula

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Hi Stuart, Not only does your bike look perfect but you take much better pictures than I! Your saddlebag looks great on it, ready for errands or adventure. I actaully lived in Austin way, way, back when, before tech moved there along with other jobs. When I was there, you either worked for th

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Can someone speak to the stand over, particularly on a 55? I have one on order now. I did some looking at an old post by Sky and see a SOH of 83.x. I'm a bit worried because I'm on the low end for sizing at 84 PBH. Riv does not list it. I don't think they have any 51 completes now so I'd be in

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Thanks! And I do totally agree about the comfort part. I might experiment more with handlebars, but only to work out more hand positions and possible lean angles. We have more than our share of wind here so having ways to work with that might be a good thing. That said, the bike is absolutel

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa build - beta version

Bob: Congrats on a beautiful build. The silver is especially pleasant, and creme head tube a subtle touch. Nice choice of parts. I think you're going to appreciate this bike more & more as you spend time on it. Comfort is king. dougP On Sunday, April 16, 2017 at 11:48:50 AM UTC-7, Bob Lov

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build

Grocery gettin' mode here . 3 bags full. Wifey was impressed. On Friday, October 7, 2016 at 7:08:34 AM UTC-7, J Imler wrote: > > See my build here >

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build

Looks like a smooth ride. Very nice. -- 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, se

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My goodness that is nice! Enjoy the heck out of 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 post t

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build

APPROVE On Friday, October 7, 2016 at 7:08:34 AM UTC-7, J Imler wrote: > > See my build here > > . > > Fluid on descents and all day long comfort just riding. > > -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Build

Ryan, I am 6'2"ish depending on the time of the day and about 260lbs. I also have a 62cm Hunqapillar and a 64cm Atlantis. I'm excited to get this bike finished. Keith -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from t

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Keith, What is your height and weight. Would love an App but worried it is to small. May bite on a 65cm Mustard Clem. Ryan West Michigan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving em

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Bob, It is a 62cm. I'll post pics of complete bike next week when it is finished. Keith -- 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+u

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Cool! What size is that one? -- 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