[RBW] Re: WTB: Clem L (52) complete

2018-09-04 Thread Alan H
Hi Kolby, I'm looking to sell my wife's Clem 52 L. It's the teal greenish blue color, with the curved seat stays. Very few miles on it. Essentially a stock build, minus the cheapo plastic grips and the awful looking saddle that came with it. I'm in southern california. Send me a private message

[RBW] FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-09-11 Thread Alan H
Hi All, I need to sell my wife's Clem-L. Size 52 in the greenish-bluish-tealish color from a couple of years back. It has the curved seat stays. Bought it for her because I thought she'd appreciate the greater stability associated with the long wheelbase. I was wrong, she doesn't like the ove

[RBW] Re: FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-09-12 Thread Alan H
Okay folks, here is a link to pictures of the bike. 52cm Clem-L <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14pc9ONzZ0ljU4bsSomSJE22_cDJlyPbL?usp=sharing> On Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 12:56:26 PM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > Hi All, > > I need to sell my wife's Clem-L.

[RBW] Re: FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-09-13 Thread Alan H
Thanks Joe. I'll see what I can do this weekend. I fear I'm not much of a photographer! On Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 9:09:13 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I strongly recommend getting some sunlit pics. I've seen that color in > sunlight and it really pops to almost a completely differ

[RBW] Re: FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-09-13 Thread Alan H
; On Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 7:33:21 AM UTC-4, Alan H wrote: >> >> Thanks Joe. I'll see what I can do this weekend. I fear I'm not much of a >> photographer! >> >> >> On Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 9:09:13 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: >>

[RBW] Re: The ups and downs of my Clem Smith Jr

2018-09-13 Thread Alan H
I'm probably the odd ball here, but like Zed, I realized a 52 was too big for me. I got a 45 and have it set up as a lite mountain bike with a Bullmoose bar (Nitto 901) and I absolutely love it. -Alan On Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 1:51:21 PM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote: > > The good news abou

[RBW] Re: FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-09-13 Thread Alan H
Hi Justin, Thanks for your interest. I enjoy building and rebuilding bikes almost as much as I enjoy riding them. As a result I already have way too many extra parts collecting dust in the garage. Best, Alan On Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 9:45:21 AM UTC-7, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > If I

[RBW] Re: WTB Byway on Saluki (née A Homer Hilsen)

2018-09-13 Thread Alan H
I was just pondering if the Byways would fit on my Homer. Based on your pics it would seem that the answer is yes. Which rims are you using? My AHH has Velocity Synergy rims and I'm concerned that they're too narrow for the Byways. On Monday, September 10, 2018 at 4:18:05 PM UTC-7, Justin, Oakl

[RBW] Problem with Roadinis?

2018-09-22 Thread Alan H
Hi All, Looking for some feedback from folks here about the orange Roadinis. Last week I placed an order for one of the new orange Roadinis in a size 50 (thanks to my darned 80 cm pbh). After a week without any news from Riv (and having my cc charged), I called to find out when the bike would s

[RBW] Re: Problem with Roadinis?

2018-09-22 Thread Alan H
> > I talked to Vince at Riv again today. So apparently the issue is that the > bike was designed with the bridge as far away as possible to max out the 57 > mm brakes. Unfortunately the bridge was made with the bridge 1 mm too far > out so that the pads won't quite clear the tire without filin

[RBW] Re: FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-09-22 Thread Alan H
Okay Folks, after 10 days and a decent amount of interest I still haven't found a buyer for the 52 Clem-L so I'll drop the price to $800. Again, complete build minus a saddle. Hit me up with a PM if you're interested. On Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 8:30:49 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-09-23 Thread Alan H
What Joe said...26.8 On Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 6:33:05 AM UTC-7, Reid Echols wrote: > > Hi Alan, > > Out of curiosity, what size seatpost did this frame take? Just got the > same frameset for a friend and it seems wider than I expected. > -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Re: Problem with Roadinis?

2018-09-24 Thread Alan H
, I wouldn't necessarily be against > purchasing a Soma. Though with that said, I wouldn't reject the Riv either > as others that I've heard from haven't had the same experience I've had and > sometimes comfort is more important to the rider than the speedometer.

[RBW] Re: FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-09-24 Thread Alan H
You're right. The one I'm selling has the larger size seat post. I also have a newer, 45-cm Clem (that's not for sale) with the 26.8 seat post, so I assumed that's what the 52 had...Yet another example of why I shouldn't assume things... On Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 4:59:54 PM UTC-7, Jerem

[RBW] Re: FS: 52-cm Clem-L

2018-10-04 Thread Alan H
Thanks to all that showed interest in the Clem. I'm happy to report that it has a new home! On Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 12:56:26 PM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > Hi All, > > I need to sell my wife's Clem-L. Size 52 in the greenish-bluish-tealish > color from a couple

[RBW] Re: PSA- Rambouillet FS in Boston

2018-10-04 Thread Alan H
Wow, beautiful bike, congratulations! On Saturday, September 29, 2018 at 6:39:23 PM UTC-7, Peter H wrote: > > I was pleasantly surprised when visiting my LBS yesterday, there on the > for sale racks amongst a bunch of used bikes was a gorgeous Rambouillet. > > Tag has it as 58, for $1,500. > >

[RBW] PSA Riv Custom for sale

2018-11-07 Thread Alan H
A head’s up for folks that might be interested. There’s a 51cm Riv Custom for sale in the Bikepacking Swap Meet group on Facebook. The pics are gorgeous. I don’t know how to link to it. ...and no, I don’t have any affiliation with the seller, I just thought I’d pass it along in case anyone he

[RBW] PSA Riv Custom for sale

2018-11-07 Thread Alan H
Grand Rapids, Michigan. I checked Craigslist for the area, but I didn’t see it. I can try to share it to the FB version of this group, but I don’t know if it will be allowed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

[RBW] new tires for my Homer

2018-11-19 Thread Alan H
Looking for some input from folks that may have experience with these different tires. I'd like to put wider rubber on my A Homer Hilsen. It's a MUSA frame (possibly Toyo, I'm not sure how to tell the difference). Regardless, I'm running the S!lver branded Tektro sidepulls and the wheels are Ri

[RBW] Re: new tires for my Homer

2018-11-19 Thread Alan H
Thanks for the offer. Where are you located and how much are you thinking? On Monday, November 19, 2018 at 6:44:11 AM UTC-8, Conway Bennett wrote: > > If you want Byways I have a gently used set to sell. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: new tires for my Homer

2018-11-19 Thread Alan H
Hi Justin, Yeah, I've no intention of putting the fenders back on with the wider tires. Have you run both the Byways and Compass? Do you have a feeling if the Switchbacks will fit or if I'd need to stick with the Babyshoe's? I'm in Orange County, CA. Alan On Monday, November 19, 2018 at 10:

[RBW] FS Chem H 52cm - $900

2018-04-18 Thread Alan H
Hi all, I'd like to sell my Chem H, size 52 in mustard yellow. The bike is in like-new condition with less than 200 miles on it. Turns out that with my short legs (80-cm PBH) I don't have enough 'clearance' for my taste. I want to replace it with a 45, but first this one has to go. I'm selling

[RBW] Re: FS Chem H 52cm - $900

2018-04-19 Thread Alan H
There've been several requests for photos. Rather than attach them here I've put a couple in a shared album that can be accessed here, https://photos.app.goo.gl/X91ipIRspg4ZA9rh1 On Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 10:49:15 AM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > Hi all, > > I'd l

[RBW] Re: FS Chem H 52cm - $900

2018-04-24 Thread Alan H
Just wanted to let everyone know that the bike is sold. Thanks to all for the interest! On Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 10:49:15 AM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > Hi all, > > I'd like to sell my Chem H, size 52 in mustard yellow. The bike is in > like-new condition with less

[RBW] Rack mounting on Clem

2018-05-28 Thread Alan H
So I'm looking for a bit of advice or insight. Sorry if this question has been asked before and I missed it. I'm building up a new 45 cm Clem H as an off-road tourer/trail bike. Really as a circa 1989 mountain bike. It's a not-very Rivendell inspired build with an all Shimano drivetrain (42/32/

[RBW] Re: Rack mounting on Clem

2018-05-29 Thread Alan H
CA. > > On Monday, May 28, 2018 at 2:54:45 PM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > So I'm looking for a bit of advice or insight. Sorry if this question > has been asked before and I missed it. > > > > > > I'm building up a new 45 cm Clem H as an off-road toure

[RBW] Re: WTB or WTT: choco-moose

2018-06-06 Thread Alan H
I'd be happy to trade my choco-moose bars for a B901 Bull Moose bar (ie.e., the Ritchey Bull Moose) Alan On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 8:15:50 PM UTC-7, cbone97 wrote: > > will buy, trade, or some of both for your choco-moose. > > I have albas, dove bars, gripster and grip king pedals, a couple of

[RBW] FS: 52cm Homer (Toyo)

2019-05-27 Thread Alan H
Those are reflectors that slide onto the spokes. Very light, very reflective, and easy to put on and take off. -- 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

[RBW] FS: 52cm Homer (Toyo)

2019-05-27 Thread Alan H
Salzmann 3M Scotchlite bicycle reflectors. They’re available on Amazon in packs of 36. -- 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+uns

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

2019-06-02 Thread Alan H
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) and would buy one in a heartbeat if I didn't have to spend almost $3000 on the frame and then wait 6 months (or whatever it currently is) for delivery. I und

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Homer (Toyo)

2019-06-10 Thread Alan H
The Homer has been sold. Thanks to everyone who showed interest. On Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 4:18:48 PM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > Okay I'm trying this again...Earlier this spring I posted my Homer here, > but never got around to taking and posting pictures. The bike is no

[RBW] WTB 51-cm Appaloosa or 53-cm MIT Atlantis...

2019-09-11 Thread Alan H
Hi Folks, Thought I'd give this a shot...I'm interested in finding a 51-cm Appaloosa if someone is looking to part with one that's in good condition for a fair price. Strong preference for just the frame/fork/headset/seatpost, though I'd consider the right a wheelset (for example Velocity Atlas

[RBW] Re: Which Rivendell frame would you resurrect?

2019-10-18 Thread Alan H
Hunqapillar for sure. I'd love to get a size 50 with the 27.5" wheels. It that perfect "what a bike is supposed to look like" frame (at least to my eyes) and the green/cream color combination is off the charts beautiful (again to my eyes). I even called Riv recently to see if I could order one,

[RBW] PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

2019-03-14 Thread Alan H
Hey Folks, Just noticed a Riv All Rounder for sale on the Pros Closet today. Size 57. Way too big for me but maybe it'll work for someone here... https://www.theproscloset.com/products/rivendell-all-rounder-57cm-bike-1999 Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

2019-03-14 Thread Alan H
Wow, that was quick! On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 12:33:10 PM UTC-7, Matt Beecher wrote: > > What All-Rounder. Nothing to see here > > Thanks, > Matt > > On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 2:06:10 PM UTC-5, Alan H wrote: >> >> Hey Folks, >> >> J

[RBW] FS 52 cm AHH (not MIT)

2019-03-18 Thread Alan H
I stand corrected. It’s a Toyo frame since it has the third bottle mount and an AHH serial number. Thanks for the info Chad! Size-wise, I’m 5’9” with a PBH of 80. So short legs for my height. If I set it up with Albastache bars and a dirt drop stem (i.e., just like my Roadini) it would probably

[RBW] Re: FS 52 cm AHH (not MIT)

2019-03-19 Thread Alan H
Hey Joe! Now's you're chance to turn back time! On Monday, March 18, 2019 at 4:02:24 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Chad, we're the same height and I had a Toyo 54 AHH (wonderful bike, never > shoulda sold it). I would definitely be on a 52 for dropbars. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS 52 cm AHH (not MIT)

2019-03-19 Thread Alan H
Is it a new or an old Atlantis? I really like the fact that the new 53s run a 650b wheel. Unfortunately that one is not compatible with my 80 cm PBH. What I'd still love to find is a 50 cm Hunq, the 2016 revision with 650b wheels...🤤 On Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at 10:00:26 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard

[RBW] Re: FS 52 cm Homer (Toyo frame) $1500

2019-03-29 Thread Alan H
I'm dropping the price to $1500. This bike really deserves to be ridden by someone! I'll post some updated pics this weekend, but if you have questions, ask! On Monday, March 18, 2019 at 9:53:15 AM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > Hi Folks, > > I've finally admitted to my