[RBW] Re: WTB Albatross Bars + Stem

2025-06-06 Thread Adrian
Still looking for a stem/bar combo! Preferably silver colorway, 80-90mm stem (Nitto Tech/Tallux) - I'm more interested in the CroMo ones now because those seem to be more abundant. On Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 11:16:37 PM UTC-7 Adrian wrote: > Like the title states, looking to buy a albatross bar

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars

2024-08-18 Thread Mathias Steiner
Treefort bikes has the CroMo for $73, free shipping. Good store. https://www.treefortbikes.com/Nitto-B352-North-Road-Handlebar-55cm-CrMo On Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 4:38:27 PM UTC-4 dros...@gmail.com wrote: > Depending on what you want to spend, I had a Doom Bars build me a custom > set of T

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars

2024-08-18 Thread David Ross
Depending on what you want to spend, I had a Doom Bars build me a custom set of Titanium bars that are basically mega-Albatross with a 707mm width. They also make steel and will build them to any shape you desire. I love the Albatross, but they're just a bit too narrow for me. As an aside, I've

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars

2024-08-18 Thread Matti
You can confirm the geometric similarities between the albatross and soma oxford at WhatBar.com. https://whatbars.com On Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 7:06:54 AM UTC-7 chintan...@gmail.com wrote: > I've read the soma oxford are extremely similar to the albatross. Perhaps > they work for you? > >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars

2024-08-17 Thread chintan jadwani
I've read the soma oxford are extremely similar to the albatross. Perhaps they work for you? On Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 12:06:08 PM UTC+5:30 10speedc...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi everyone, > > Anyone holding? I saw them in stock at Riv two days ago and then slept on > it and now OOS everywher

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars, Mark's Rack, Silver Bar End Shifters

2019-03-16 Thread sameness
I'm three for three so I'm all set. Thanks! Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- 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...@g

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars, Mark's Rack, Silver Bar End Shifters

2019-03-11 Thread sameness
Bumping for a Mark's Rack. The M1 with the four struts, not the M18 with the two struts, please and thanks. I've got trades and I've got cash. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars, Mark's Rack, Silver Bar End Shifters

2019-03-01 Thread sameness
Alright, I've got some Albatross bars on the way, but I'm still on the hunt for a Nitto M1 aka Mark's rack. Let me know if you have one and would like to change that? Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars, Mark's Rack, Silver Bar End Shifters

2019-03-01 Thread sameness
Awesome, email sent! Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Friday, March 1, 2019 at 9:50:24 AM UTC-8, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > > Jeff I believe I have a Marks's Rack available. > > Hugh > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars, Mark's Rack, Silver Bar End Shifters

2019-03-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jeff I believe I have a Marks's Rack available. Hugh On Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 8:01:37 PM UTC-8, sameness wrote: > > Looks like I got some Silver bar end shifters on the way, but still on the > lookout for some Albatrosseses and a Mark's rack. > > Jeff Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA USA >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars, Mark's Rack, Silver Bar End Shifters

2019-02-28 Thread sameness
Looks like I got some Silver bar end shifters on the way, but still on the lookout for some Albatrosseses and a Mark's rack. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 11:15:13 AM UTC-8, sameness wrote: > > Weekly bump, still looking for any and all of the items below. >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars, Mark's Rack, Silver Bar End Shifters

2019-02-28 Thread sameness
Weekly bump, still looking for any and all of the items below. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 10:02:34 AM UTC-8, sameness wrote: > - Nitto Albatross (B352AA), the heat-treated aluminum version > - Nitto Mark's Rack (M1), the front rack with provisions for two

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars

2016-10-25 Thread tresbambi...@gmail.com
how much does the condition of the bars matter? Thanks, albert On Saturday, October 22, 2016 at 2:27:31 PM UTC-4, Justin Schoop wrote: > > Look for Albatross bars. Thanks! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fro

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross Bars

2014-05-21 Thread Michael Ullmer
I just wanted to bump this once more, my build is nearing completion minus these bars. Anyone have a pair sitting around you want put to good use? I've got the bike for the job. Mike "never too many" U Seattle On Monday, May 5, 2014 10:14:54 PM UTC-7, Michael Ullmer wrote: > > Hello all! > > I

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars, V brakes, and a question

2014-05-01 Thread dougP
Interesting idea, especially considering the abandoned cog is an 11 or 12. That's an idea worth looking into. OTOH, if the cassette is not the aforementioned oddball design (would Shimano do such a thing?) there's plenty of nicely spaced wide range 7 speeds with usable tooth counts. You've g

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars, V brakes, and a question

2014-04-28 Thread Philip Williamson
Thanks, Joe, those are both awesome things to know. T.E.N. Ten, eleven, nine, loose balls per side. Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars, V brakes, and a question

2014-04-28 Thread Joe Bunik
Not to be confused with that other mnemonic - "T.E.N." - for remembering how many loose balls needed (per side!) when repacking old cup/cone bearings: - 10 for the front hub - 11 for the BB - 9 for the rear hub That's it for now! =- Joe On 4/28/14, Chris Chen wrote: > oo 8 from a 9 on a 7, t

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars, V brakes, and a question

2014-04-28 Thread Chris Chen
oo 8 from a 9 on a 7, that sounds like the kind of magic we like around here! On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 5:33 PM, Joe Bunik wrote: > You want to do an 8-9-7 setup (eight cogs from a nine speed cassette > will fit a seven speed freehub body). > > =- Joe Bunik > Walnut Creek, CA > > On 4/28/14,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars, V brakes, and a question

2014-04-28 Thread Joe Bunik
You want to do an 8-9-7 setup (eight cogs from a nine speed cassette will fit a seven speed freehub body). =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 4/28/14, Bill Lindsay wrote: > You might have a problem with the cassette. Recalling from the dustbin of > my memory, that 400cx stuff might have had a wei

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars, V brakes, and a question

2014-04-28 Thread Bill Lindsay
You might have a problem with the cassette. Recalling from the dustbin of my memory, that 400cx stuff might have had a weird shaped cassette body, maybe for an extra small lowest cog? I don't remember exactly. Take it apart and it should be self-evident. Sheldon might have the answer (he al

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars, V brakes, and a question

2014-04-28 Thread Joe Bernard
Nope. You need an 8/9/10 hub for that swap. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Monday, April 28, 2014 4:57:53 PM UTC-7, Christian wrote: > Hi all, > > I am rebuilding my wife's old Nishiki. I'd like to buy a pair of Albatross > bars if anyone has a pair they want to part with. Otherwise I'll order

[RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-13 Thread Nancy Seibel
Hi Chris - if your friend still needs albatross bars I have them! She could have them for $50+shipping. On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 9:02:38 AM UTC-7, Chris wrote: > > I am helping a friend with a build and she is looking to purchase either > of both of these items. I thought i would give the for

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Peter Morgano
Ah, well best of luck in the search. Mitch PM me when our get a chance to set up payment. Thanks. On Jun 12, 2013 6:02 PM, "Chris" wrote: > Peter...i took a pass on it. She is looking for a honey or brown saddle. > So enjoy! > > On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 2:53:11 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: >> >> O

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Chris
Peter...i took a pass on it. She is looking for a honey or brown saddle. So enjoy! On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 2:53:11 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: > > Ooh, black is the color I am looking for. Chris if your friend doesn't > want it I will take it Mitch. Thanks. > > > On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 5:20 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Peter Morgano
Ooh, black is the color I am looking for. Chris if your friend doesn't want it I will take it Mitch. Thanks. On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 5:20 PM, Chris wrote: > Mitch. > > Thanks for the offer. I have sent the info to my friend and should hear > back from her shortly. > > > On Wednesday, June 12, 2

[RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Chris
Mitch. Thanks for the offer. I have sent the info to my friend and should hear back from her shortly. On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 1:03:56 PM UTC-7, Mitch Browne wrote: > > Chris, > > I have Brooks Countess on a shelf $60 + shipping. > > http://sheldonbrown.com/harris/saddles/brooks-countess.htm

[RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Mitch Browne
Description oversight. Black Countess. -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Peter Morgano
Not to snipe here but what color on the countess? I am looking for a new saddle for my wife's MB2. If Chris isnt interested that is. On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 4:03 PM, Mitch Browne wrote: > Chris, > > I have Brooks Countess on a shelf $60 + shipping. > > http://sheldonbrown.com/harris/saddles/broo

[RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Mitch Browne
Chris, I have Brooks Countess on a shelf $60 + shipping. http://sheldonbrown.com/harris/saddles/brooks-countess.html It would need to be broken in. Great condition, the rails may have been rubbed a little. Mitch Browne San Luis Obispo, CA On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 9:02:38 AM UTC-7, Chris wr

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Tim Gavin
The Champion Flyer is a (narrow) B17 on springs. It's more for a heavy guy than a lady. I'm 210# and the Flyer is great for me. The B68 is probably the best choice for her. On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 11:52 AM, Chris wrote: > I think either would suffice. She is looking for a wider saddle for >

[RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Chris
I think either would suffice. She is looking for a wider saddle for upright riding, sprung or unsprung doesn't really make a difference. Although, aesthetically, i definitely prefer the look of a sprung saddle. On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 9:35:31 AM UTC-7, Frank Brose wrote: > > Is she looking

[RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Frank Brose
Is she looking for a B68 or B67? The B68 is unsprung. The B67 is like the Flyer only wider. On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 11:02:38 AM UTC-5, Chris wrote: > I am helping a friend with a build and she is looking to purchase either > of both of these items. I thought i would give the forum a shot! T

[RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

2013-06-12 Thread Deacon Patrick
I love my wider 67 or 68 (whichever is unsprung), and had tried the B17, which was definitely too narrow. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 10:02:38 AM UTC-6, Chris wrote: > > I am helping a friend with a build and she is looking to purchase either > of both of these items. I th

[RBW] Re: WTB Albatross Bars

2012-06-22 Thread The Cripler
Thanks. I actually bought some from another list member. Interestingly these are going on my Big dummy. When I first swapped out the Surly Torsion bars, I had some Albatross bars on my my BD and I really liked them. I have since been running with with some Jones Loop H Bars, which I really love.

[RBW] Re: WTB Albatross Bars

2012-06-15 Thread allenmichael
I might have an extra set. I put an albatross on my big dummy but have been thinking about trying something different. I think they are a 55 chromo but would have to measure. On Thursday, June 14, 2012 11:00:04 AM UTC-7, The Cripler wrote: > > Hello! I am looking to purchase another set of Alba