Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar sporting Atlantis paint?

I hadn't read the article before posting. The author is the editor for Adventure Cyclist as well as the author of the article. She mentions having traveling companions so the bike may belong to one of them. dougP On Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 6:32:02 AM UTC-7 Jay Lonner wrote: > I also saw

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar sporting Atlantis paint?

I also saw that photo in Adventure Cyclist. That bike looks like a standard, later model Hunqapillar. Mine is the exact same color. The smaller sizes don’t have diagatubes. I don’t think it’s a repainted Atlantis, or vice versa. Nice to see it featured, in any case. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar coming back with a new design?

The page didn't give any details, just a statement that it might come back with a new design. On Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 9:02:14 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > The Hunq link doesn't work, at least it doesn't work for me. What are the > geometry changes to the new Hunq? > > On Sun, Jun 2,

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar coming back with a new design?

I hear it will have disc brakes. 😁 -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar coming back with a new design?

I’m happy to see it back, but surprised about any geometry changes. I owned one briefly, and the handling was quite majestic. Totally unsuited to the majority of my riding, but a great bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar coming back with a new design?

The Hunq link doesn't work, at least it doesn't work for me. What are the geometry changes to the new Hunq? On Sun, Jun 2, 2019 at 7:59 AM Alan H wrote: > That went fast! > > Honestly, I wish that they wouldn't change it at all. I love that bike (I > prefer the newer green and cream color scheme

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar fender options

Thanks for all the info in this thread. Can I mostly assume that this info translates to the MIT Atlantis? I've run the new Compass and now the classic Big Apple (2.35), I'll eventually try the G-One too. All on Velocity Atlas rims. After a year of riding the Atlantis for fun rides I'm getting

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar fender options

David: I'll be interested to hear how the Cascadias fit over the G Ones. My Cascadias at the tightest points cleared the 60.5 mm Big Ones literally by just 1 mm or so. The Cascadias *are* longer than the foolishly short SKS's. On Thu, Feb 28, 2019 at 6:58 AM Dave Grossman wrote: > > I currently

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar fender options

> I currently have the SKS 65s with 50mm Big Bens and it works ok. The > front fender is a bit short and I feel like I adjust it often. > I recently picked up some amazing pink Planet Bike fenders at a swap meet (Cascadia 60mm) and I am going to mount some 2.35 G Ones soon. I had the same f

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar fender options

I just asked a similar question on the iBob list. I've got the SKS's too and the front is way too short. Also 60 mm (actual; in reality, about 60.5 mm) Big Ones. >From the drawings, the rolled edges of the square 65 mm Sims limits the interior width to 58 mm, which is considerably narrower than th

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar fender options

Living in a desert (9" citywide average of precipitation a year, from 14" in foothills to 5" on west mesa; I'm in the middle) I ride rarely in rain (thank God) and snow (unfortunately -- I like riding in snow), but living in the SW, our rains tend to come in downpours and collect on roads designed

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar fender options

Peter: If you do try the Simworks fenders, please let us know how they work. I considered those, but decided "no" because I didn't want to pay $135 + shipping for fenders that stay on for a couple months a year, and because I got a steal on my SKS 65s.. But I'd still be curious about how they fit o

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar fender options

I've cobbled additional coverage to augment the abbreviated "moto style" mtb fenders: cut sections of old PB fenders and zip tied to back of seat tube and to bottom of dt from about 2/3 of the way up to just below bb. The overall setup was hardly as good as full fender coverage, but certainly bette

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

I hear ya, Patrick. I used to underbike the singletrack at China Camp on my 55cm Romulus, so this should be fine for my plodding-along-slower-than-hikers style. The trick to avoiding clearance problems: fall sideways! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

Great Hunqa, Joe! Don’t rule it out for single track fun. The larger frame may actually feel excellent on the trail, and the need for uber standover clearence is grosely exagerated in my experience. With abandon, Patrick, who rides a 62 Hunqabeam and 66 Quickbeam everywhere a bike can go and th

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

700c for the 54. The 2016 updates - boy, that didn't last long, eh? - were 53 and 56cm frames with 650B/27.5. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

Love the Hunqs! I'm having a hard time eye-balling the wheels on that model. Are they 26"? Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”* Educator: Professional Portfolio

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

Joe, if I didn’t already have an Atlantis I’d buy your Hunq:-))) Warning: If you like it as much as I like my Atlantis then this may be your keeper. Enjoy! Rich in ATL Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2018, at 2:12 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > LGF: Haha, I noticed the brake cable right after I

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar

so which one did you keep?? On Fri, Nov 16, 2018 at 12:06 PM Drw wrote: > a 56 sam and 54 (older geo) hunq are similarly sized. I had both at the > same time, for a short period. the top tube on the 54 hunq is, or will > feel, longer than the sam. I could not run swept back bars on the sam > bec

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Been using an Ironweed for at least 5 or 6 years. They're cheap compared to others. Also have a tendency to collapse in on themselves so you have to be careful with the plastic liners (which are replaceable). Carry a lot and are tough. They're cheap comparatively. I know I said that but I'm alwa

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Hi Mike, is that really a 29 x 2.25 vittoria mezcal in your bmc cross frame? And does one fit I'm the rear as well? Thanks On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 8:18:40 AM UTC-8, Mike Williams wrote: > Maybe go: 1)framebag/ half- framebag/ 2) compact rear saddlebag 3) front > rack+basket + bag

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Andy from Pitt said, in agreement with DP: Some things need to be heavy duty from the get go, just as you say. Saving > a few ounces can have an exceptional cost. > I wholeheartedly agree that a few ounces of savings isn't really worth the possibility of failure, and I simultaneously have experien

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

*Hi Jon, I will look into the Rawland demiporteur rack and surly petite porterhouse bag. I checked out the photos of fully loaded bike and it really helps. Are those your bikes? Thanks a lot.* Yes, both photos are my Salsa Marrakesh bike. I got the Rawland rack earlier this year, and use

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Hi Shojie, I forgot that V brake option. Its something I can check and consider. Thanks for the suggestion. Hi Tim, I forgot that Tektro brake cable hanger at Riv’s site. Its definitely another option so I can retain my Shimano CX50 brakes in the front. I have bookmarked bag sellers you ment

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Hi Jay, Thanks for the feedback. I think I have been watching too many bikepacking videos from youtube :-) It gave me the impression that bikepacking bags are necessary for that trail. Regards, Ed On Wed, Nov 22, 2017 at 8:33 PM, Jay Connolly wrote: > Ground clearance will not be an issue on th

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Patrick I've enjoyed alot of things you've shared over the years but this; "Framebags do force the use of ultralight gear because they do not carry much. You will get all four seasons, sometimes within an hour, on the trail. Ultralight gear is wimpy. It will fail, and in circumstances less than

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

Or you could change the brake hanger to a fork-crown mounted one . That should keep the cable and front bag from interfering. With a Hunq, I'd recommend a small front rack like the Nitto M12

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar Drivetrain Upgrade

On Friday, August 11, 2017 11:35 AM, "Justin, Oakland" wrote: Clayton: This may appeal to you. https://paulcomp.com/shop/components/sram-shifter-adaptor/ -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscr

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Appaloosa?

Very interesting. I'm not at all saying someone shouldn't prefer this wheel size to another, but I will put forth my own experience: I ride very light 559 wheels on the road (370 gram rims, 175 gram tires -- these are Ksyrium weight - Ksyrium ,since those were the last hot rod wheelset I bothered t

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Appaloosa?

Thanks! It's a custom frame bag that my mom made for me. She's the coolest. :) On Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 9:46:19 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > About the photo: that's an elegantly loaded bike, perfect balance front to > rear! > > Is that a custom frame bag, or is the perfect fit just s

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Appaloosa?

About the photo: that's an elegantly loaded bike, perfect balance front to rear! Is that a custom frame bag, or is the perfect fit just serendipity? On Wed, Aug 2, 2017 at 5:53 PM, Tim O. (Portland, OR) < timothycharles...@gmail.com> wrote: > Michelle! What an exciting dilemma you're in! > > Tha

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Mike: I'd love to see profile photos of your road and dirt bikes with low bars. Pretty please? Thanks. On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 8:32 AM, Mike Schiller wrote: > I think it depends on where you run your bars in normal drops. I like > mine a few cm below the saddle and my dirt drops hook position

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

A related aside: I love drops (again, after a long journey, I've settled on the Maes Parallel) for dirt, but OTOH, I've come full circle and now dislike drops for singletrack, largely because "normal" drops put the brake levers too far away, and "dirt" drops are uncomfortable, for me. (I also *thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

I think it depends on where you run your bars in normal drops. I like mine a few cm below the saddle and my dirt drops hook position about the same. When descending rough stuff I like to be stretched out and low, keeping the COG as low as possible. With the new Cowchippers that have the hoo

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

True; I was thinking of my Maes Parallels, where off road I generally ride on the ramps or hoods. OTOH, there is no grip more secure, off road or on, than in the hooks (I've tried half a dozen different "off road drop bars" though I didn't like them). I don't think that one need worry about his te

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Bar height has nothing to do with this. If you are in the drops which is where you mostly ride on a drop bar Mtb your teeth are closer to the stem no matter the bar height. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fr

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Not if you position the bar high, above the saddle. On Mon, Oct 12, 2015 at 9:51 PM, Clayton.sf wrote: > Drop bars on an mtb will always out your teeth closer to the stem than > riser, jones, or flat bars. Be aware of this and dress accordingly. > > Clayton Scott > SF, CA > > -- > You received t

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Agree on those surly ends. The worst! Though Eno hub with disc brakes ends up being a royal pain the a$$ too when you need to reinstall the rear wheel trailside and it limits me to only one hub for SS. Now that is really silly unless you don't care about SS. Ebb or sliders are the only clean so

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Well I hate, hate, HATE the track ends that Surly uses! The EBB isn't that bad, doesn't really creak or slip. I just think it's unnecessary added complexity. If someone wants to ride SS, they can get a White Ind ENO hub. Why make me have to have an EBB to accommodate them. First world problems. On

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Not sure what ebb the gryphon uses, but I too used to be wary of ebbs. However, the bushnell ebb on my Jones has been trouble free with not a single creak or slip for almost 3 years now. I would buy another in a heartbeat. Ebb are easier than track ends with disc brakes and allow to adjust a lit

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

The Gryphon is pretty good. I think it's fully designed to be a drop-bar MTB. Not a heavy tourer like a Fargo or AWOL. They're relatively inexpensive, well built and versatile. A little too versatile for me actually. I'd prefer not to have an eccentric BB, and the cable guides are bolt on ones rath

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Look at a Jones with Jones bar. Allows you to go aero but scoot back when it matters. Clayton Scott SF, CA On Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 3:15:41 PM UTC-7, brianweee wrote: > > @clayton So true. I'm not sure what my main draw is to the drop bars. I > think getting low enough on the road, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

@clayton So true. I'm not sure what my main draw is to the drop bars. I think getting low enough on the road, and on climbs is the main reason. On my full suspension mtb, it's all about downhill. I think I like the idea of my a drop bar mountain bike that is made for climbing, road descending, a

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

I tend to use my Jamis Dragon for technical dirt riding but I have used my Rivendell Allrounder for a lot of dirt over the years. Below is a post that shows a bunch of different configurations of the model (that's the beauty of an AR obviously) but if you scroll through you will see some of the kn

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Ah, that's my bike! I love riding my Atlantis on single track. Though two comments - the long touring frame geometry makes the bike a bit slow to turn, at least compared to a modern mountain bike. Not a big deal at all though, but notable. The bigger issue I've had is pedal strike. The BB is pr

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

If you're looking for a largish monstercross style bike, I have to put in a shameless plug for my Velo Orange Camargue frameset for sale: http://bikingtoplay.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-for-sale-post.html Designed for drop bars, single speed or geared, clearance for 2.25" tires, and a 350mm steerer

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Thanks for your suggestion! I started looking into the Singular Gryphon. That bike might be a little bit more what I'm looking for (less touring, more adventure day riding). I saw that it is sold out on their website, where can one get a hold of a size large of one of those? On Monday, Octobe

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Drop bars on an mtb will always out your teeth closer to the stem than riser, jones, or flat bars. Be aware of this and dress accordingly. Clayton Scott SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Tony replied while I was still typing away. Notice his bar height though. That's important if you're going to be riding off road. On Mon, Oct 12, 2015 at 7:42 PM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

Of the three pictured, Mark R's is the most viable, as the bars are up high enough for singletrack. IMHO drop bar MTB only works if the drop position is at saddle height. Otherwise you're way stretched out and low, which is not good at all for technical downhill singletrack. More than fine for fire

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar owner opinions and sizing recommendations

Thanks all, extremely helpful information!!! -- 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 g

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar owner opinions and sizing recommendations

Lots of good advice has already been given, as a regular Hunq rider I will second or third the recommendation to consider PBH, height isn't a good way to go in my experience. A number of people have said to talk with Riv, that is right up there with knowing your PBH. I suspect that is the first que

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar owner opinions and sizing recommendations

I can't speak from experience, but surely Deacon Patrick will speak? I know his Hunq handles quite technical singletrack with great aplomb. I think he rides a 60 or 62. Deacon? On Fri, Aug 21, 2015 at 8:27 AM, Leslie wrote: > Your inseam is 34", but what's your PBH? > > I'm 6' even, with a 32"

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar in northern VT To try?

I have a 58 in Southwest Maine. On Sunday, July 19, 2015 at 12:59:48 AM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Said it before... Love this list! > > On Sat, Jul 18, 2015 at 6:11 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch > > wrote: > > I live in Boston and I've got a 62cm if you want to try it out. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar in northern VT To try?

Said it before... Love this list! On Sat, Jul 18, 2015 at 6:11 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > I live in Boston and I've got a 62cm if you want to try it out. > > On Sunday, July 12, 2015 at 10:46:09 AM UTC-4, Daniel Jackson wrote: >> >> Anybody out there in northern VT with a 58 or

Re: [RBW] Re: HUNQAPILLAR tire clearance experience, a subsequent design curiosity & belated NEW BIKE DAY!

Jim, I live in Nagano Prefecture. Not as cold as in Hokkaido, but cold enough to keep most cyclists in their houses. Takashi 2015年2月5日木曜日 7時51分07秒 UTC+9 Jim Bronson: > > Wow that's beautiful Takashi. Are you on the Hokkaido Island/Province > (not sure what the proper name is!)? > > On Wed, F

Re: [RBW] Re: HUNQAPILLAR tire clearance experience, a subsequent design curiosity & belated NEW BIKE DAY!

Wow that's beautiful Takashi. Are you on the Hokkaido Island/Province (not sure what the proper name is!)? On Wed, Feb 4, 2015 at 4:46 PM, Takashi wrote: > I have a 1st generation Hunqapillar. > Schwalbe Ice Spiker Pro tires (29x2.25) fit fine. > They measure about 55mm on my rims (my rims are 1

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar steerer too long?

Thanks for the reply! I didn't want you to think I was being snarky or dismissive at all. Just a thought that the frame looks big in the pic based on the lack of seatpost and height of bars. Especially as Hunqs have a sloping top tube. But if your top tube length is the same as other bikes... well,

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar steerer too long?

Agreed re: bullmoose bars on bumpy trails. There's always time to cut the steerer later if you don't like the ride with the quill stem/bar combo. I've never loved Albatross bars because I think the rearward sweep is too much, but those Albastache bars are looking mighty comfy to me. Choices ch

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar steerer too long?

David, Thanks for the input and your statement is fair. I think that part of it is the angle of the photo. Part of it is the 2.5cm of headset spacers and part of it is that the spacer stack leaves the already tall Bullmoose bars a bit too high. It seems that all my complaining about low bars

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar steerer too long?

I mean this only with the utmost kindness and consideration, but that bike looks too big for you. Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Wed, Jun 11, 2014 at 7:58 PM, Eric wrote: > Great looking bike! > > Makes me want one! > > Anyone know if Riv has a 54c

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar Fenders.....

The SKS P65's could be used on 700c wheels. If you want to fit bigger than 2" tires, they're the ones to get. They're super wide. But they'd look silly over any tire skinner than 2". Like a little kid in dad's shoes. All SKS Chromoplastic fenders come with the same length stays, which are quit

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar touch up paint

Did you shoot the Valspar onto the fender? If so what kind of prepwork did you do? On Mon, Apr 7, 2014 at 9:43 AM, Marc Irwin wrote: > Can't help on the red (mine is orange) but Valspar Cobalt Cannon matches > the grey perfectly. Good luck. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar Roadish Touring to MTB Conversion

Patrick, I have the wide/low 40X26 crank paired with 9sp 12-36t cassette. While I haven't had the chance (yet) to ride it in the mountains, the setup has been great. Bob On Tue, Apr 1, 2014 at 1:36 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Thanks, everyone! Great help! > > Jeremy, I actually have my B68 in

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar and Jones bars set up question(s)

This is my impression as well the M bar and H bar don't seem similar at all. Other than being handlebars. The width and the sweep especially, is what interests. But by no means was any offense taken at the M bar suggestion. Happy holidays all! Christian >From my phone. > On Dec 24, 2013, a

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar and Jones bars set up question(s)

Thanks Kellie. I'm worried that if I call Jeff he'll talk me into a bike! >From my phone. > On Dec 24, 2013, at 10:40 AM, Kellie Stapleton > wrote: > > I use a Jones bar on my Pugsley and a H-bar (designed by Jeff) on my Big > Dummy. Both are fantastic. Jeff is really good at responding to

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar and Jones bars set up question(s)

On Tuesday, December 24, 2013 6:12:38 AM UTC-8, Ron Mc wrote: > > not to offend, and a cool-looking bar, but I get the same hand positions > on a moustache bar, and more. > > Not to offend, but, no you don't. I own both, and the h-bar is much wider and reaches much farther back than a mustache

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar and Jones bars set up question(s)

not to offend, and a cool-looking bar, but I get the same hand positions on a moustache bar, and more. On Saturday, December 21, 2013 7:40:25 AM UTC-6, Christian wrote: > > Thanks for the reminder of the Nitto adapter--if I go adapter I'll go > Nitto. The Winter stems look nice; too costly for

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar and Jones bars set up question(s)

Thanks for the reminder of the Nitto adapter--if I go adapter I'll go Nitto. The Winter stems look nice; too costly for me now. Mike: the Origin8 stem I linked to is a 31.8 quill. Thanks again, Christian > On Dec 21, 2013, at 6:30 AM, Matthew J wrote: > > If it were me, I would drop Eric E

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

This owns the internets today. The rest of us just need to go home. On 12/8/13, Philip Williamson wrote: > Sometimes it's nice to be a silverback. Having hashed this out in 1986, my > answer is twofold. > "Mountain bike" = fat tire knobs + (intended) location*. > > That's it. My Quickbeam has be

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

Sometimes it's nice to be a silverback. Having hashed this out in 1986, my answer is twofold. "Mountain bike" = fat tire knobs + (intended) location*. That's it. My Quickbeam has been a mountain bike for brief periods, but now it is not. Probably it will be again. My Bontrager is always a mount

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

Anyone can cobble together a definition, but judging by the history of the term and the bikes it covers, a mountain bike proper is something optimized for rough, unpaved terrain at the expense of performance on pavement and at the expense, if need be, of luggage capacity. For me, this means a cockp

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

For that mountain road full of fist-sized rocks, 60 mm + 700C tires run at sub 20 psi (depending on the rider's weight) are wonderful. It's amazing how a 60mm+ 622 Big Apple -- IME, the 29ers are smoother than the 26ers at the same width and pressures -- can swallow small obstacles like those rocks

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

Please help me out of my ignorance. What objective characteristics distinguish a "true" mountain bike from other types of bikes? -- 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 i

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

A true mountain bike will work better on singletracktrail than one that is not a true mountain bike. A Fargo set up like mine is not a true mountain bike. Patrick Moore iPhone > On Dec 5, 2013, at 8:02 AM, Montclair BobbyB > wrote: > > Ah, but who's to judge what a "true" mountain bike is? A

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

If you want to get to your kids' soccer game in one piece! And Mike's got grandkids? Talk about your inner child :-). That's why you guys always have to wait for me. dougP On Thursday, December 5, 2013 7:01:52 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > You mean you're supposed to have some c

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

You mean you're supposed to have some control going down those trails??? On 12/5/13, Mike Schiller wrote: > fun to scream down a fast trail just barely in control... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar As "True" Mountain Bike?

I have a 54cm Hunqapillar which I initially purchased for it's loaded touring capability. However, already having too many other bikes that fill that niche, it's never actually been used for that, and instead has increasingly filled my (limited) mountain bike niche. It's been a very capable mount

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar: crotch-worried

Also, be sure that super-high handlebars are what you really want. I know that there are Rivendell enthusiasts who love the bikes AND keep their ideal setup with the bars kinda low. I didn't used to be one of those, but now I am. I am absolutely convinced that for me, the best riding position t

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

Thanks for all the responses, everybody, it's been very helpful. I've avoided the topic, but many of you realize I'm minutes away from RBW, and are promoting test rides, which may seem obvious. I won't bore you with the details, but my situation makes that difficult (Google Aspergers if you're

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

On Tue, Jul 26, 2011 at 1:44 PM, Bruce Baker wrote: > Hey everybody Mountainsports is in VA not TN. > Mountain Sports is located at 1021 Commonwealth Avenue, Bristol, VA 24201. > Get Directions > Bristol, TN and Bristol, VA are the same city. MSL is on the VA side of state street, true - but

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

Hey everybody Mountainsports is in VA not TN. Mountain Sports is located at 1021 Commonwealth Avenue, Bristol, VA 24201. Get Directions Phone *276.466.8988* Store Hours Monday - Friday: 10 am - 7

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

I don't think any of you should over analyze this buy one of each!! If any of you are interested in the old green Sam Hillborne Mountain sports in Bristol, TN has some frames. I bought a 56 cm from them about 6 months ago. They bought alot of frames when they first came out. On Tue, Jul 26, 201

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

On Thu, Jul 7, 2011 at 10:13 AM, Christian wrote: >My only hesitation with the Sam is that I do > want something that really has no limitations in terms of load, > terrain, etc. Perhaps the Sam does not and I am mistaken. But it > seems to me that if one wants a go anywhere touring bike then

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

On Thu, Jul 7, 2011 at 1:13 PM, Christian wrote: > I really like the Atlantis too and have wanted one for some time; I > love the color.  I am sure it would do all I would want it to do.  For > now though the $500 price difference is important and I'd be really > happy with the Hunqapillar so I ca

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

On Wednesday, July 6, 2011 8:37:55 AM UTC-4, Larry Powers wrote: > > Fighting words! The most beautiful paint job on a a bike is the original > Orange Rambouillet. It was a unique and gorgeous shade of orange with a > cream head tube... > > Well, yeah-my Orange'bouillet is my favorite bik

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

gret it if you live. - Mark Twain > Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Atlantis or? > From: palin...@his.com > To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > Date: Thu, 7 Jul 2011 07:08:58 -0400 > > On Wed, 2011-07-06 at 20:25 -0700, Anne Paulson wrote: > > How light a r

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

On Wed, 2011-07-06 at 20:25 -0700, Anne Paulson wrote: > How light a rider and load are we talking about here? I'm confused > because before there was any Hunqapiller or any Bomba, the Atlantis > was marketed as a touring bike. Now it's only a touring bike for light > riders with light loads? You

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

you could go on a loaded tour with a road bike and 25mm tires and be just fine. it's really overthinking at a certain point, and i think atlantis v hunq is that point. pick either bike, they both are more than adequate for any use. match your tire setup to your purpose, they have the same clearanc

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

This list has many riders in the "north of 250 lb" category, so "light" and "heavy" take on a rather different meaning. Patrick "and many of them can ride me into the dirt, too" Moore On Wed, Jul 6, 2011 at 9:25 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: > > > On Wed, Jul 6, 2011 at 7:52 PM, charlie wrote: >> >>

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

On Wed, Jul 6, 2011 at 7:52 PM, charlie wrote: > Yea I guess I am saying a lighter rider/load would do fine on an > Atlantis How light a rider and load are we talking about here? I'm confused because before there was any Hunqapiller or any Bomba, the Atlantis was marketed as a touring bike

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

Sweet. I forgot about the Green Rambo that jade green was almost as good as the orange. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain From: bpus...@aol.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Atlantis or? Date: Wed, 6 Jul 2011 09:08:18 -0400 To

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

For some reason, I somewhat like the diagonal tube on the Hunq, while the parallel tubes on the Homer, etc, are a non starter for me. I don't really care for the full distance diagonals on the Bombadil, either... but lately, the Hunq is kind of preying on my mind. Eric Dublin, OH On Wed, Jul 6, 2

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

I agree. I was too late in drinking the cool aid and got the green Rambouillet, so when I ordered the Homer I had it painted the original Ram orange. Bill Louisville, Ky On Jul 6, 2011, at 8:37 AM, Larry Powers wrote: > Fighting words! The most beautiful paint job on a a bike is the original >

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

Fighting words! The most beautiful paint job on a a bike is the original Orange Rambouillet. It was a unique and gorgeous shade of orange with a cream head tube.I also like the paint on the Atlantis, it is good looking, it has been the only stock color of the bike since it went into produ

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

Just in case folks are wondering about them, I have been mirroring most of the pdf publications here: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/pdf (Last update was in February, but I've got the ones which came out since then in the queue.) - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle P

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

So, then, you're saying that if I'm a medium weight person carrying a normal amount that a loaded tourist might carry-- say, not much more than 65 pounds-- and I'm not riding on gnarly single track but on paved roads, fire roads and single track that is not gnarly, then the Hunq would offer no adva

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar Bottom bracket size ?

113 on a white industries VBC double, just for anybody's future searches... On Tue, Jun 21, 2011 at 6:24 AM, Ginz wrote: > I never thought of using a shorter spindle to get a better > (straighter) angle between the middle ring and the big cogs. That's > where I spend most of my time. :) > > Tha

Re: [RBW] Re: hunqapillar movement image (rbwlist exclusive)

thanks everyone, it was fun to throw together and i'm glad you all enjoyed it. cheers, erik On Sun, Apr 10, 2011 at 2:59 PM, Minh wrote: > I was tricked into watching this video, here i thought i'd see some > hot hunqa action and instead i got awesome singletracking action :) > > great stuff.

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar build photos

Another great looking new Riv! Congratulations! The Marathon Supremes are really good tires. What's the word on the new ones? Are they going to differ from the previous offerings in some way? Shaun Meehan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

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