[RBW] Re: Low Trail Hilsen?

2015-11-05 Thread Tony DeFilippo
My frame is a 60cm 650b. Anyway I went with a Riv/Waterford oem replacement... Which has been fine. The bike handles as well as ever. I'm still low trail curious but not upset i didn't experiment with the Saluki. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

2015-11-07 Thread Tony DeFilippo
http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2015/11/erikas-new-bike-day-riv-clementine.html Build is going pretty well, she'll be riding tomorrow! On Friday, November 6, 2015 at 10:16:03 AM UTC-5, iamkeith

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

2015-11-07 Thread Tony DeFilippo
The orange is richer than construction pumpkin, I think the fluorescent-lit garage didn't show it properly. Very nice looking color and I'm really impressed at the seamless decal application. Having just had my Saluki re-coated and decals applied the job Riv's people did w/ the

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

2015-11-07 Thread Tony DeFilippo
And i"m done for the night... 0100 :) Got the front fender, rack and light installed (not wired up yet). The chain and crankset almost broke my spirit. You need a second donor chain to m

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

2015-11-09 Thread Tony DeFilippo
chain tool to try and retain a pin for connecting extra links which I'm only so-so at. There is no getting around the chainstay length, I'll have to do some side-by sides w/ the saluki and bombadil soon. It's the biggest bike Erika has from a maneuvering around the garage persp

[RBW] The Mysterious Homer

2015-11-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Everyone with Homers/Salukis are just out riding! ;). I don't know about smoother or more beautiful, Riv does a good job describing the frame on their own site. One way you could look at it is that it's the design niche Riv has left alone for the most part since it has been introduced. It's

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

2015-11-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Ryan that sounds great! Maybe early the week of thanksgiving... I'll hit you up off list. I also have to figure out how to ask my wife to borrow her new ride for a day! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

[RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Sterrata - Saturday 11/14

2015-11-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Wish I could join in, looks like a great route and I like the focus on where you're getting your caffeine and calories! I'm glad 'goatheads' are not a problem for me, sounds like a pita.

Re: [RBW] Re: The Mysterious Homer

2015-11-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
t niche of a do it all, wide > tire with fenders, racks for bags, road to trail type bike. > > On Thu, Nov 12, 2015 at 10:20 AM, Pondero wrote: > >> +1 on what Tony said. >> >> I had a Homer, sold it to pursue another project, and ended missing it >> and buying a

[RBW] Re: I rode my Clem yesterday...

2015-11-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Sounds like a successful first ride to me! Can't wait to see all the matching luggage you create for the new 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 em

Re: [RBW] Re: The Mysterious Homer

2015-11-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
90pbh as well and the 60cm Saluki fits me like a glove. As does the 56cm Bombadil with its slopping top tube... On Thu, Nov 12, 2015 at 8:15 PM Eunice Chang wrote: > I sort-of inherited a 61 cm Homer that I named Thumper Buttercup. > > My only problem with it was that it rode so well and beautif

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

2015-11-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2015/11/clem-complete.html Erika's bike is functionally complete, time to go for a ride. Glamour shots alongside it's inspiration in build-up, my Saluki-commuter. I love how versatile the 52cm Clementine is, I find it perfectly comfortable with just a seatpost adjust

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

2015-11-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I meant to add a picture as well; <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YG2fEPZ0y-w/VkeH81YxMyI/LK0/nFsjSwDPAmc/s1600/DSC_0346.jpg> On Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 2:13:12 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2015/11/clem-complete.html > &g

[RBW] Velocity Cliffhanger 650B Rim experience?

2015-11-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Forgive the cross post from 650b... since it's for the Bomba I figure it's fair to share. By the velocity description it seems like this is a very Riv-ish rim and the price from Velocity is just about the same as the Atlas which Riv is selling. I'm thinking about a new wheelset for my Bombadil

Re: [RBW] Velocity Cliffhanger 650B Rim experience?

2015-11-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I meant to type Thunder Burt vice Furious Fred... getting my funny schwable names mixed up! Tim that's exactly what I was thinking, for rough stuff loaded/unloaded, rider weighing around 200lbs seems like the beefier (and wider) the better. -- You received this message because you are subsc

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

2015-11-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Thanks Tom! Enjoy the build in your bike-palace! I can't wait to see the pictures. That is a Ritchey stem stolen off a MB-3 that I think it was original to, along w/ the deore crank. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

[RBW] Measuring Frame Angles

2015-11-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I've been enjoying my ~1970's, (possibly) Bob Jackson mystery frame w/ 700x32 Compass EL tires so much lately I've been getting curious about the frame geometry. It appears to have slightly steeper angles and definitely has a compact rear triangle... anyway I took a nice clean profile shot on m

Re: [RBW] Re: It was a nice day for...

2015-11-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
My albatross bars garner similar comments. Invariably the conversation goes like this; Co-worker/aquatence - Oh, you ride your bike to work, what kind of bike do you have? Me - It's a steel bike made by Rivendell, kind of a fat tired road bike with swept back handlebars... C-W/A - So it's a hy

Re: [RBW] Measuring Frame Angles

2015-11-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Thanks Erl! Not this trip, I'm down here to help out while she recovers from hip surgery so unfortunately she'll be out of action for a while. She's doing really well though and I'm able to get out for some decent length rides. Tony On Tue, Nov 17, 2015 at 5:53 AM WETH w

Re: [RBW] Re: It was a nice day for...

2015-11-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
h new things like this online community and all the tech that makes it possible that are certainly worth having to! Tony -- 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

[RBW] Re: Bike(s) for sale. 2 Rivendells plus 2 Rivendell wanna-be's

2015-12-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Great prices all around, man that Atlantis and an orange Hillborne! :) I admire the commitment to a new-release Riv build. I can't quite get my head around going away from an Atlantis in favor of the Appaloosa... unless there are fit concerns. My brief ownership of a to-large Atlantis left me

[RBW] Re: My Gift to the Bunch

2015-12-24 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Fantastic gift, you really do a beautiful job putting these together. Thank you and Happy Holidays! Tony -- 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

[RBW] 7-yr Hilsen Review

2016-01-05 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Love that color, your write up was excellent as well. Another Hilsen/Saluki wearing drop bars with class... Bar transformation for my Saluki is approaching a 'when, not if' situation. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Link to the Riv copy on the Stick pack?

2018-07-18 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Ana you nailed it! Thanks thats what I was looking for. Drew I hear you, you’ll get a personal note first if I dont find a use for it. Tony On Wed, Jul 18, 2018 at 04:14 Drw wrote: > If you ever want to sell it back. let me know > > -- > You received this message bec

Re: [RBW] Re: Kids Stuff - What child seat fits what bike?

2018-07-30 Thread Tony DeFilippo
ring her nap time. Having her closer in the front seat is really cool for shorter rides where I don't think she'll fall asleep though. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

[RBW] OT - Wooden Boat Build Complete (and the paint matches my Saluki!)

2018-07-30 Thread Tony DeFilippo

Re: [RBW] OT - Wooden Boat Build Complete (and the paint matches my Saluki!)

2018-07-30 Thread Tony DeFilippo
> > Patrick the hull is 90lbs empty - well within your bikepacking load limits > from what I hear! :) The trick would be rigging up some fat 650B tired wheels for a tow vehicle I think... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] OT - Wooden Boat Build Complete (and the paint matches my Saluki!)

2018-07-30 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Thanks everyone! I love the ideas for towing via bike or even loading a Riv into one of these CLC boats. Will - thank you... or curse you... For the linkage to Gentry Boats. That sailing canoe gets my mind racing. I'm intrigued by the lower weight, low cost and speedier assembly granted by th

[RBW] Going out on the GAP Sunday and Monday

2018-08-05 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Sounds like a great impromptu plan, I'm jealous. Enjoy! -- 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 pos

[RBW] Re: Oh the humidity!

2018-08-05 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I had to gag/smile at the difference between 5 and 15% humidity... Definitely gloating! ;) So long as your moving I find most heat and humidity to be bearable... So long as you're moving (by bike) I find just about all meterological conditions bearable if not fun... -- You received this mess

[RBW] Re: Oh the humidity!

2018-08-05 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Reporting from the not so miserable former swamp... -- 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

[RBW] Re: Custom bike report

2018-08-10 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Congrats on all those long rides! All the more gratifying doing it on a bike that performs so well and that you had so much to do with spec-ing out. Thanks for sharing! Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

[RBW] Chirping rear hub

2018-08-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
nd mentally pricing out a new sealed bearing wheelset sporting pacenti rims. Before I go that day I wanted to poll group in case I've missed something obvious. Thanks! Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Chirping rear hub

2018-08-13 Thread Tony DeFilippo
again for all the input! Tony -- 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

[RBW] Widest tire for a Saluki

2018-09-03 Thread Tony DeFilippo
ires and fenders... Guess that's a different bike though! :) Tony -- 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...@googl

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

2018-09-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
aybe that is what is bothering me in my initial blush more than the curved top tube, or maybe its the tig weld transition of top tube, down tube and head tube... something discountenanced there for me. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] cliffhanger rims and canti brakes

2018-09-23 Thread Tony DeFilippo
No issue on my wife's Clementine or our HHH. The Clem had Shimano canti's of some sort and the HHH has Paul motolite. They are wide rooms so I suppose some frames might have an issue if they have narrowly spaced studs but I don't think that's the case on any of my bikes, I've mounted a cliffha

Re: [RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2018-09-27 Thread Tony DeFilippo
st useful bikes I'll ever own. If I could have Saluki tubing, geometry and equipment (fenders, racks, lights) frame sporting the Clem/HHH 2.35" tires I might be completely done. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Gold Trail

2018-10-15 Thread Tony DeFilippo
synthetics and devices encountering you on the trail and wondering if they had slipped through some odd wormhole or time warp! :) Keep sharing please! Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Riv-ish Rides near UNC Chapel Hill

2018-10-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I'm going to be in Chapel Hill for a 5 day class next week, never been to the area and I'm not positive how much free time I'll have but I plan on bringing a bike. Any locals care to chime in with a great before or after work (<20 mile) ride idea? Thanks! Tony -- You rec

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv-ish Rides near UNC Chapel Hill

2018-10-19 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Thanks Ken! On Fri, Oct 19, 2018 at 5:07 AM KenP wrote: > Hi Tony, >You might find something in this web site: > https://www.ncdot.gov/travel-maps/maps/Pages/bike-routes.aspx. > Ken P. > > On Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at 5:50:13 PM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote: >&g

Re: [RBW] Go Get A Clem, Folks! Clem H Initial Ride Report - 28 Oct 2018

2018-10-29 Thread Tony DeFilippo
initially they were curved to maintain the same ST lug but looks like some are now straight. I prefer straight though I'm not really in the market. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] FYI: Sunrace 8sp cassettes

2018-10-29 Thread Tony DeFilippo
s is the ticket. I love 8 speed for cheap cassette and chains, I'm running them on every bike other than the Jones currently. Gone to think of it one of these will work well in my HHH as well! Link to the product in sunrace's site - http://www.sunrace.com/en/products/detail/csm680 To

[RBW] Rear racks for kid seats

2018-10-31 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Thanks for sharing the Holland bikes link, is seen these frame mount saddles for kids old enough to hang on on a couple local bikes and wondered where I could pick one up. https://hollandbikeshop.com/en-gb/bicycle-saddles-seatposts/children-s-saddle-on-frame-tube/saddle-on-frametube-ladie-s-bike

[RBW] Re: Tires for a new HHH build

2018-11-04 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Just came back from 15 miles on our G-mail clad HHH... Love the tires, also running them on a Clementine and the 29er version on a Jones Plus. Strongly recommended. On the HHH him running them tubed on cliffhangers though the Clementine has tubeless in cliffhangers... Both work fine. -- You

[RBW] Re: Leo Roadini on Brevet--SFR Del Puerto Canyon 200k ride report

2018-11-06 Thread Tony DeFilippo
nding-customizing-using is one of the real draws of BOBish/Rivish culture. Tony -- 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

[RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

2018-11-07 Thread Tony DeFilippo
et to get brakes back on the rear wheel. Anyone have a single speed/igh roadster they love that can contribute ideas for winter projects on my new ANT? Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

2018-11-07 Thread Tony DeFilippo
the 700x32ish tire market a while... these drum brake wheels will definitely penalize flat repair times so I may have to look at more robust tires than my compass and schwable slicks lately. Riv Jack Browns, pasaelias, the VO/panaracer tires, gravel kings... any consensus on favorites? Tony On Wed

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

2018-11-08 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Could anyone with Compass Barlow Pass tires pass along the height and width of the tire profile nothing the rim type? I think 32mm is an easy fit but I'd like to squeeze all the plushness I can into the frame. Thanks, Tony On Thu, Nov 8, 2018, 00:58 Philip Williamson I had a three speed

Re: [RBW] Surprise New Bike Day

2018-11-08 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Bon Jon Pass 700x35 rather... Not the 38's. On Thu, Nov 8, 2018, 06:38 Tony DeFilippo Could anyone with Compass Barlow Pass tires pass along the height and > width of the tire profile nothing the rim type? I think 32mm is an easy > fit but I'd like to squeeze all the plushnes

Re: [RBW] Re: Surprise New Bike Day

2018-11-09 Thread Tony DeFilippo
ideable when it came in, getting a complete overhaul... When I reached out Mike Flanagan couldn't identify the bike or the person he built it for other than to say it was one of his very early and custom efforts. Very friendly and cool guy by the way. Tony On Fri, Nov 9, 2018, 15:08

Re: [RBW] Re: Surprise New Bike Day

2018-11-10 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Ted - Thank you!! I think 35mm might just work! Anyone have a single or set of used up 35 mm tires they’d part with for shipping costs i can try out? Doesn’t have to be anything fancy just roughly true to size. Pete - yes it is, I flipped the rear wheel and found that the chain length is marginal

Re: [RBW] Rosco Bebe in the BLUG

2018-11-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
ight limit/recommendation. Front seating can move past the strapped in seat with a cycle truck/Euro style small saddle mounted up on the TT once they are old enough to sit on a saddle. I plan to transition to that next summer most likely. We also use a Burley trailer for rides she seems likely

Re: [RBW] Rosco Bebe in the BLUG

2018-11-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Btw I use the yepp mini on our 52 Clementine, small HHH, 59 XO3 and recently a 57 ANT... The extra TT length promised by this new Riv frame would only makes riding with a front seat better. I definitely knock my knees a bit on the Clementine and xo3 particularly. Tony -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

2018-11-22 Thread Tony DeFilippo
t you have some kind of wide strap on your pedals. Thanks, Tony -- 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...@googl

Re: [RBW] Rivendell offerings I'm thankful for

2018-11-22 Thread Tony DeFilippo
other item. Happy Thanksgiving! Tony -- 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

[RBW] Re: Who swaps out wheel sets to keep from buying new bikes?

2018-03-30 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Love the idea, and I'm close to actually trying it on my Jones... A 29x3" knobby set and a 29x2.35 semi-slick set. EBB accounts for any height differential if necessary. I also like the idea for my Saluki, a rough stuff RnR or new compass knobby set to pair with my compass bsp set. But I have

[RBW] Re: Something Simple This Way Comes...

2018-04-08 Thread Tony DeFilippo
That green is perfect, I love the path racer interpretation! Very classy looking bike and build. -- 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

[RBW] How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

2018-04-08 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I can't answer for honjo's, but berthoud stainless are rock solid and quiet for me over 2+ years of use. I'm sure your off-road use will stress any fender set up. But the difference between SKS and Berthoud was night and day for me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

Re: [RBW] Re: How hearty/quiet Honjo Fenders?

2018-04-09 Thread Tony DeFilippo
tment but I also now question the utility. I will say that I don't notice picking up small rocks to rattle my fenders come to think of it but I also haven't ridden any significant gravel. Tony On Mon, Apr 9, 2018, 7:07 AM Ron Mc wrote: > I'm going to take exception with Patrick

[RBW] 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

2018-04-09 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I think your ride reporting is improving and it was already great. I'm ready to go sign up for a 200k! When this rando series is complete you should do a retrospective all the way back to your 200x10 self challenge last summer. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscrib

[RBW] Micro-hack: Modifying brakelever body shape for flared drops

2018-04-10 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Nice hack, well documented to. I'm 2 days in with cowchippers/analog zero stem replacing noodles in my Saluki... Love the bars so far. Haven't noticed the same issue you note with your levers but I'll pay closer attention to that tomorrow. Care to share a couple wider shots of that bike with

Re: [RBW] Re: Cycling around Downtown Washington DC...

2018-05-01 Thread Tony DeFilippo
fact into the city, a quick loop South and you can return Visa the 14th St bridge all via bike path. Have a great visit! And if you can't work out the folding bike logistics the Bike share here is very easy and will still get you out and about. Tony -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

2018-05-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I was trying to enjoy my newly arrived catalog today as we wait for the t-storms/derecho here in DC and my wife stole it to read it first... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Big Payoff--Californa State Mountain Bike Championships

2018-05-22 Thread Tony DeFilippo
hanic/copy writer! Tony -- 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

[RBW] Re: NYC riders: fenders year-round?

2018-05-22 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Further south but I'm fully fendered year around in my Saluki in DC... To much hassle to remove seasonally and I use the rear fender to route my Dyno wiring and support my rear light. Match your fenders to your frame color and maybe the aesthetics will work better for you even if it does limit

[RBW] FS - Nitto Handlebars, Thompson Seatpost

2018-06-13 Thread Tony DeFilippo
46cm Heat Treated Nitto Noodle - $40 48cm Heat Treated Nitto Noodle - $50 52cm Nitto RM-014 Dirt Drops - $50 (no red ribbon, not sure if they are HT or not) Thompson Zero Setback 27.2mm Seatpost, Black- $40 Pics upon request, price does not include shipping from DC. I've got some Nitto techno

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

2018-06-13 Thread Tony DeFilippo
My former size 56cm Double TT Bombadil was longer than my 60cm Saluki but I never measured... My current Jones Plus definitely is long, Jones' prototype for that bike was dubbed 'the Long Ranger'... very capable trail bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

2018-06-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I took it as for the year not forever. Seems like the somewhat overlapping offerings - Appaloosa/Atlantis, Hillborne/AHH are being brought out in series rather than parallel... which makes sense to me. Not sure about the Clem note but I'd be surprised if they went away for good given how many

Re: [RBW] FS - Nitto Handlebars, Thompson Seatpost

2018-06-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
https://photos.app.goo.gl/PPIwQXkYop13X0Pq2 Pictures and two additional seat posts for sale; 46cm Heat Treated Nitto Noodle - $40 48cm Heat Treated Nitto Noodle - $50 52cm Nitto RM-014 Dirt Drops - $50 (no red ribbon, not sure if they are HT or not) Thompson Zero Setback 27.2mm Seatpost, Black-

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

2018-06-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Single HHH sounds pretty fantastic... I thought the HHH was supposed to be a 'double Clem' myself so maybe the new Riv Mtn is a lugged MIT Clem but a bit heavier duty...?!? That would be sweet. Clearance for 2.35 tires with fenders (like the Clem and HHH) will be very compelling. A ride as st

[RBW] Re: Bikepacking Kit

2018-06-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
, Tony -- 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-ow

[RBW] Re: Bikepacking Kit

2018-06-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
and brewed coffee for me. But I haven't tried it in years and maybe the being out of doors setting helps. My memories of backpacking in highschool with no fire/limited stove use we're that meals were more about calories than enjoyment. Tony -- You received this message because you a

Re: [RBW] FS - Nitto Handlebars, Thompson Seatpost

2018-06-18 Thread Tony DeFilippo
. Tony -- 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-ow

[RBW] HHH tool kit and other brainstorming

2018-06-19 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Slowly but surely my size small, blue HHH is rounding into shape. I had a frustrating aborted ride last weekend after I developed a rub in the rear disc brake - I'm still learning about adjustments on that device. But that aside it's fully ride-able and we've gotten a number of <15 mile rides

[RBW] Re: Smokey with a chance of Scattered Showers

2018-06-22 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I agree with Erl that shot of the flower in focus with the bike just visible but out of focus is great! I'll be interested in your expanded thoughts of the compass knobbies with your bike packing rig. The 650b version is tempting to try out on my Saluki even though I have very little off pavem

[RBW] Re: Definishing the Hunq

2018-07-03 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I've always liked the raw steel finished, glad you found one that worked for you! And I live the ghost of the original decals. -- 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

[RBW] Ride Report - HHH W&OD Overnighter and Beer Sampling Adventure

2018-07-07 Thread Tony DeFilippo
My wife and I got into tandem riding a couple years ago leading to the purchase of a sweet 90's era Burley Bossa Nova frame which we Riv'd up and got in a number of short local rides before branching out on the C&O including an epic (f

[RBW] Ride Report - HHH W&OD Overnighter and Beer Sampling Adventure

2018-07-07 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Thanks Patrick and Erl! Erl to be honest our ride only scratches the surface of Craft breweries along that route... You could do the same route many more times and never repeat. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsu

[RBW] Joe Appaloosa, MIT Atlantis versus Jones SWB

2018-07-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
. Then ride both on everything and have fun. I will say that a Jones with 2.35" slicks would probably be my desert island/one bike if I ever had to choose. Especially with the unicrown fork so I could run a front basket... Oh and at $1800 complete the SWB Jones is practically in Clem t

[RBW] Link to the Riv copy on the Stick pack?

2018-07-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Also curious if any other users have a suggestion for water bottles that for those side pickets. Thanks, Tony -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: Ride Report - HHH W&OD Overnighter and Beer Sampling Adventure

2018-07-17 Thread Tony DeFilippo
https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZMZSLPpNAY8maYxy6 Stoker in training! In a very related note I've learned that a surly junk strap makes an amazing quick bike lashing to stabilize/lock down this bike when parked. Another use for the Jones loop bar - lashing point. And since our big trip to weeks ag

[RBW] Fixed Gear Snow Ride

2017-12-09 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I'll admit I'm accurately pondering fixed after this description Patrick... I've only tried it once stone the block and didn't love it but your description of the climbing traction is intriguing. As always the pictures and story telling are excellent. If nothing else I'm theilen you've found so

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 cm Hunqapillar fork for 26" wheels

2017-12-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Thanks Keith I have been keeping my eye out for something like this! Conway I'll hit you up off list. Thanks, Tony -- 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 f

[RBW] WTT - Thompson seatpost

2017-12-18 Thread Tony DeFilippo
straight trade, both parties cover their own shipping. Tony -- 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.co

[RBW] Re: WTT - Thompson seatpost

2017-12-19 Thread Tony DeFilippo
27;t turn up the seatpost size for a Saluki/AHH but I'm sure someone on the list had the info in their memory bank. I'll update tonight. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gro

[RBW] Re: My gift to the bunch

2017-12-24 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Marty - thanks for continuing to keep this up. It's marvelous! Jeffery - I'll take you up on the discount as well thanks! -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: My new Cheviot

2018-01-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
;s a good thing my enocentric wheel never sold. Thanks for the details on the rear drive train, I wasn't aware of the 'two Gear Clamps' as a solution. Keep us posted! Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&quo

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Road Bike -56cm

2018-01-14 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Gorgeous, classy and with the coveted 'Rivendell' dt sticker... Someone (shorter than I) will be very happy with this 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: What type of bike would make you buy another riv

2018-02-06 Thread Tony DeFilippo
his was a selling point of a Riv 'complete'... Minimize the number of different fastener tools required to do Trailside service/repair. Hmmm, there's probably more but this is enough. Definitely polishing the apple... My Saluki is pretty great. Tony -- You received this message

[RBW] FS - Nitto Dirt Drop Cockpit, Nitto Noodle Bar(s)

2018-02-11 Thread Tony DeFilippo
It's that time of year... I'm getting 'Cockpit-Curious'. I've got three setups available as built up cockpits or separated out... Help me keep experimenting by making some cash available! :) Photos - https://photos.app.goo.gl/PPIwQXkYop13X0Pq2 Nitto RM014 'Dirt Drop' - super wide flare, the t

Re: [RBW] Un-un-unracing update: My first 622mm 200k, and a Sam Hillborne ride report 9-years later

2018-02-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Stirring ride report Bill! Congrats. Sounds like all those miles this summer resulted in a well tuned rider and ride. The orange paint has to subtract at least 5lbs from the bike right?!? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

[RBW] Re: First Riv/NYC RO

2018-02-18 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Great looking bike, I love the upside down albatross bars! -- 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

[RBW] New to me Sam

2018-02-19 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Great color, allot of good looking Sam's on the list lately! -- 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. T

[RBW] Re: Roasting Robusta

2018-02-25 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Nice photos, I had been meaning to ask you if the zenroaster was still working well for you so this was great! Glad to see it's a big part of your routine. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group an

Re: [RBW] Re: 29 x 2.3-2.5 Knobby Tire & Rim Recommendations for Clem.

2018-02-26 Thread Tony DeFilippo
e got a pair of cliffhanger rims hanging in the garage. Regarding the OP question, I'm running cliffhangers with Schwable Big Ones tubeless on my wife's Clementine (52cm) and they max out the chainstay clearance... I'll post a picture and measurements later. They are quite comfy t

Re: [RBW] Re: 29 x 2.3-2.5 Knobby Tire & Rim Recommendations for Clem.

2018-02-26 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Gotcha, I misread your note about tire width to be rim width... I'm a fan of the cliffhangers so far on my wife's clementine for sure. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Analog Cycles w(Right) stem write up

2018-02-26 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I'm looking forward to being with early adopter on the zero stem for my Saluki! Discussing bike fit on Riv style bikes with James is enlightening. We'll see where it goes and I'll share some pictures and impressions once it gets in. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

[RBW] FS - Riv'd Burley Tandem

2018-03-02 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I'm leaning toward snaping up one of the remaining HHH's and have this sweet ~1990's Burley I built up for C&O riding if love to get rid of. Some great parts and an solid oversized/ovalized MUSA steel frame. Burley Bossa Nova frame, true temper tubes, I've never been able to date it Sizing: Ca

[RBW] FS - Riv'd Burley Tandem

2018-03-02 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Local to me is DC area, I'm willing to drive in the Mid Atlantic region to meet someone though. -- 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-b

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