[RBW] Re: Which bikes should Rivendell keep selling?

2016-09-14 Thread dstein
I am a proud Hunqapillar owner and would say that one should stay since it is the best off road option. Though assuming the hunqapillar, rodeo, atlantis, and AHH are all made to order and don't take up stock, couldn't we leave those off the wish list as it's not much extra effort for Rivendell

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 53cm Roadeo

2016-09-15 Thread dstein
Yeah this thread is killing me. Rodeo is my size but I have a gunnar sport that fits the bill of a 'go fast' bike that I can't seem to find fault in (even though the rodeo looks way better). Someone buy this! Chad - have you tried CL, any bites there? -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] A plug to buy something from Rivendell Bicycle Works: A Nitto F-15 rack

2016-09-22 Thread dstein
It seems to me it'd better to plug the bag, not the rack, since so few bags are made to go with it. Seems very specialized, whereas most other front racks will fit most other front bags. That being said, it looks like a cool system (barsack + f15). I've seen the barsack in person and it's much n

[RBW] Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Atlas rims?

2016-09-25 Thread dstein
Anyone mount Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Velocity Atlas rims? The tires are tubeless ready but I don't think the rims are. I've asked tubeless questions in the past and the general response I get is - if you use the right tape and enough sealant, anything can be tubeless ;). Thinking of buying t

[RBW] Re: Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

2016-09-25 Thread dstein
3rd that. I have albastaches on my hunqapillar and hear what you're saying. I keep going back and forth between having something upright like the albatross with brake levers at the ends of the bars vs. albastache with breaks in the drops and at the end of the day I prefer the albastache - the b

[RBW] Re: Opinion on Jitensha Bar

2016-09-30 Thread dstein
I second the Map bars, they're just like the Jitensha's but wider, especially important if you are running shifters. I have had both and would go map again if I went that route. Though ultimately I'd recommend Jones H Bar, but wont' work with a quill stem (unless you had one custom made like Ph

[RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

2016-10-02 Thread dstein
I don't have any experience with the Ogre so I can't comment there, but in general I've never been super into the way Surlys ride. I do really like those Jones bars on the complete build though. I own a hunqapillar and use it for all of those purposes and can't say enough good things about it.

Re: [RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

2016-10-02 Thread dstein
Richard - makes sense on the clem, but is the proto hunqapillar part of the new design? would hate to hear it is becoming less of a trial bike with a lower bb and longer cs. On Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 6:39:07 PM UTC-7, Richard Rios wrote: > > In regaurd to clem jr as an option, I know many

Re: [RBW] Show off how well your riv would've held up compared to the crabon

2016-10-04 Thread dstein
I've had my bike do the same thing to me a few times, does that count? -- 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...@googlegro

[RBW] Wire crimper in bay area for b&m secula plus light

2016-10-07 Thread dstein
I am setting up a dyno lighting system on my hunqapillar and bought a Busch & Müller Secula Plus Tail Light which needs to be crimped to attach it to the included spade connector and heat shrink. It looks like I need a special crimper for something this small according to Peter White's page?

[RBW] Re: Question for Hunquapillar owners

2016-10-16 Thread dstein
agreed with drew and kurt. I got a hunq as my first 'mountain bike', it's still my favorite bike by far as outfitted with rat trap pass tires it functions great as an all purpose road and trail bike, but for technical and dedicated mountain bike riding (ie, drive my bike out to a singletrack tr

[RBW] Re: 1st Bombadil on Treasure Island

2016-10-23 Thread dstein
nice! love the black and white pictures of the bridge as well. itching to go out now that it's open, never been to treasure island. Is it true that you need to take a shuttle where the bridge meets yerba buena island? that you can't cycle from the bridge to treasure island? On Sunday, October 2

[RBW] Re: In search of trade: Long shot, at that - 56cm Hillborne for something that fits me better

2016-10-24 Thread dstein
what the hell is going on with that bike in the background with all the gears? are those welded onto the frame? looks like someone's art project or discarded prop from mad max. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: New BLUG post! Frank Jones Sr

2016-10-26 Thread dstein
I agree with Reed on this, can't say I wouldn't own a Hunq if it was called a Jim Clement, but I wouldn't feel so badass saying I own a Jim Clement as I would a Hunqapillar (which maybe others can't stand that name either?). The name shouldn't matter by any means, but it does for a lot of people

[RBW] Re: 650b Atlantis Pic on the BLUG

2016-11-04 Thread dstein
Man that silver on the Roadeo is great. Does it have a green tint to it (I'm sorta color blind)? -- 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] Re: FS: Mint condition A. Homer Hilsen

2016-11-10 Thread dstein
Nice, I wish it wasn't in my size because its tempting but I'm overloaded on bikes at the moment, hope it goes quick! On Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at 3:38:34 PM UTC-8, Abcyclehank wrote: > > That is the deal of the season. Win/Win situation. > Sorry you are parting with it, but happy for whomeve

Re: [RBW] FS: 62 SimpleOne

2016-11-10 Thread dstein
Clayton SF was looking for one a few weeks ago, might want to find that post. On Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 1:27:36 PM UTC-8, Mark Benedetto wrote: > > Bumping this > > On Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 10:06:30 AM UTC-7, Mark Benedetto > wrote: >> >> This bike is still available. >> >> F

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

2016-11-15 Thread dstein
I run Rat Trap Pass tires on my 26" hunq, alternating between that and some 2.1" smart sams. Mostly it's pavement this day with some trails mixed in. Albastache bars (which I've tried to replace with no less than 3 other bars and always go back to albastache - including dirt drops, jones, and ma

[RBW] Re: Three great test rides at RBWHQ

2016-11-19 Thread dstein
I went in yesterday and rode the Rosco Road, it's pretty awesome. Lightweight and sporty feeling. I've never ridden the Roadeo or any of its predecessors but I thought this was a pretty nice riding road bike and felt sportier than other road-ish bikes I've ridden (though not a scientific analys

[RBW] FS: Quickbeam 54cm Silver

2016-11-20 Thread dstein
I have a 54 silver quickbeam that I haven't ridden it in months which makes me think it should go to a better home. I acquired this off a fellow list member 2 years ago (local in Bay Area) and have primarily used this as an all rounder with a yepp mini up front for toting around my 2 year old wh

[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam 54cm Silver

2016-11-20 Thread dstein
forgot to mention: Flip flop hub with a 22 tooth fixed gear on the other side. -- 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...@

[RBW] Re: Grizzly Peak Century mixed terrain options - May 1, 2016

2016-01-20 Thread dstein
The dirt roads definitely look like a fun addition! I keep eyeing the Grizzly Peak Century but never seem to have the time and with an expected newborn I'll probably not make it this year either. Hopefully its successful and expands next year. -- You received this message because you are subsc

[RBW] Re: What is my Rivendell really? Crisis of identity?

2016-01-22 Thread dstein
Haha, I was really hoping from the title that this was going to some sort of existential crisis. What is my Rivendell really? Is it 'just' a bike? What is a bike? Who are we? What am I? Why do we exist? Why purpose does a bike serve, really, what are we riding from? I was only slightly dissapoi

Re: [RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

2016-01-25 Thread dstein
These are fantastic! Someone buy that 53cm roadeo and then sell it to me in a few years. Has anyone seen a 52cm AHH demo? I've never seen a 52 or 54cm at HQ, but haven't been to BHH for a long time and not sure if they ever had one. That would be the golden ticket for me. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Wow. California gets mud.

2016-01-25 Thread dstein
Where are these trails? Walnut Creek? -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: Pondering fatherhood

2016-02-12 Thread dstein
Congrats! Once you get over the initial 'what the hell did am I doing phase' (lasts 1-2 months) you'll want to negotiate with your spouse on weekend time to get some bike riding in, at least till they turn 4 or 5 and they start filling your calendar with activities, b-day parties, etc. My wife

Re: [RBW] Re: New 1 1/8" threadless stem on 2/10 Blug

2016-02-13 Thread dstein
No comment on the stem but I did pick up a jumbo grabsack a few weeks ago and love it. There is a sewn in sleeve on the inside which holds my 13" mac but does not fit my wife's 14" lenovo (which is pretty thick). That being said, there is ample room outside of the sewn in sleeve where the 14" l

[RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

2016-02-25 Thread dstein
What was the notice that was removed? I missed it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: Northern CA riders - help me with route suggestions

2016-03-05 Thread dstein
I live in Oakland and haven't cycled out that direction but my vote would be to be to go that northern route through the delta area that goes through walnut grove and isleton. Though that area might feel a lot more like chesapeake bay than california (in fact most of the ride no matter what dir

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 54cm Quickbeam on Los Angeles Craigslist

2016-03-06 Thread dstein
There's another 51cm QB that has been on sale in Sacramento for several months now. I bought a 54cm in SF off this list a little over a year ago as I thought those sizes (54cm and under) were pretty rare, so surprised to to see this and the sacramento ones still there too! I actually offered to

[RBW] p65 fender mudflaps

2016-03-06 Thread dstein
mounted some p65 fenders on my hunqapillar with rat trap pass tires. these don't come with mudflaps though, anyone use these and find one that works with these wide fenders? Just looking for one for the front. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

[RBW] Seattle riding weather

2016-03-06 Thread dstein
Question for the Seattleites on here. I know the riding is great in and around Seattle. Well I don't 'know know', but I imagine it is, lots of various terrain and an endless supply of nature and picturesque landscapes. But how is the weather for year round riding? Contemplating a move in a year

[RBW] Re: Seattle riding weather

2016-03-06 Thread dstein
2 months of no riding in December-February, worried it'd be like that but much, much longer. On Sunday, March 6, 2016 at 6:38:28 PM UTC-8, dstein wrote: > > Question for the Seattleites on here. I know the riding is great in and > around Seattle. Well I don't 'know know&#x

[RBW] gps tracking

2016-03-08 Thread dstein
Saw this in my facebook feed today: http://techiefans.com/how-to-track-your-bike-in-case-of-theft-using-your-smartphone/ I like that it is small and can keep a charge for a year, but on the downside looks like its real easy to spot and remove. Waiting for the day where we can stick a gps tracke

Re: [RBW] Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

2016-03-12 Thread dstein
I second the Gunnar Sport if no lugs are ok. I have one as my go fast drop bar bike, setup with a shimano 105 groupset. I had gunnar add some mid fork brazeons for a front rack where I keep a small trunksack. Best bang for your buck, I keep trying to replace it but always end up keeping it ;) I

[RBW] Re: Cheviot sizing help

2016-03-13 Thread dstein
I have an 80 PBH and comfortably fit a 51cm SH and 48 or 51 Hunq (went 48 for more standover clearance for trail riding). I briefly had a 55cm Cheviot but sold it. One primary reason being that I missed the top tube since I was constantly lugging it up and down stairs. But also because it felt

[RBW] Re: choco-moose versus bullmoose

2016-03-13 Thread dstein
I am actually interested in this as well. I'm curious to hear how any choco owners in general like their bars, and more specifically do you find yourself using the flats (with that nice little curve) or is that too narrow or uncomfortable and you find yourself using the grip area more. -- You

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

2016-03-14 Thread dstein
Had one for a while on a Cheviot, once I was on the bike it was fine but I couldn't step through the frame to get on like I hoped I would be able to as there wasn't enough room so I had to swing my leg over the rear and mount that way. Once I was riding it was fine. I now use the Yepp mini on a

[RBW] WTB: Tan Cork handlebar tape

2016-03-15 Thread dstein
Long shot, but does anyone have an unused pair of the tan cork handlebar tape they're willing to part with? Not on the site at the moment (just black, white, and cork look a like). Called and they said it'll be a while, tried Soma but they're out, don't like any other options out there in that

[RBW] Re: Middle TN s24o

2016-03-21 Thread dstein
Nice! I rode all around Nashville on a single speed over the holidays visiting (used to live there), it was a blast, now that I'm in california where there are long hour + climbs, I'm more convinced a single speed in nashville is totally fine. Maybe a little hillier outside of town closer to th

[RBW] Re: 50 t rear cog -- Never walk another hill

2016-03-25 Thread dstein
iamkeith - I think its just the price and 'lock in' that are the big drawbacks. Same reason a lot of people here choose friction bar end shifters rather than a brifter set up. For simplicity sake its nice to be able to build a bike out of a parts bin or swap out different components without hav

[RBW] FS: Shimano Saint pedals and Five Ten shoes

2016-03-31 Thread dstein
- Shimano PD-MX80 Saint Pedals - $45 shipped (only used for a month or so, went back to clipless) - Five Ten Men's Freerider Sneakers, size 10 - $65 shipped (only ridden for 2 or 3 rides, like new, great shoes but decided to go back to clipless, I cut the strings and used some adjustable clips

[RBW] Re: I'm in on the Fat-Lantis club

2016-04-02 Thread dstein
Nice! I'm about to do the same with my Hunqapillar (take off the fenders and racks, maybe replace the triple up front with a 1 x drivetrain, or sell it which is what I should do - but you're convincing me a demotion might be ok after all). -- You received this message because you are subscribe

Re: [RBW] Stolen in East Bay: Grey Saddlesack (large) + brooks B17 saddle (honey)

2016-04-03 Thread dstein
I addition to bicyclebolts.com (and pitlocks), check out this kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hexlox/hexlox-anti-theft-for-saddles-wheels-and-more-made There's always risks with kickstarter, but a $26 pledge isn't much for a basic set of saddle locks that work with your existi

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Wheelset

2016-04-04 Thread dstein
Just PM'd you, I'll take them if they're still available. On Sunday, April 3, 2016 at 8:56:35 PM UTC-7, Zac Stanley wrote: > > Pacenti SL 23//Shimano 105, 32 Hole, 3x w/ Sapim Laser spokes (2.0/1.8/2.0) > > Handbuilt by me, a certifified DT swiss wheelbuilder. > > Less than 500 miles. > > Also in

Re: [RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-04 Thread dstein
If what I'm hearing from Mark is correct then I wholeheartedly agree: buy more bikes and lock them all together to make it hard to remove the bike! I think that is the n+5 rule. Congrats on the homeownership! I hope to be there too one day, my bike storage solution now is creative, to say the

[RBW] FS: 650b Velocity Atlas 135mm wheelset

2016-04-05 Thread dstein
This is the stock 650b Velocity wheelset from Rivendell with Atlas rims and 135mm Velocity Sport hub: http://www.rivbike.com/650B-Wheels-and-Rims-s/121.htm 36h. Less than 250 miles. Col De La Vie 38c tires included. $300 plus shipping. Local pickup in Oakland preferred. PM if interested. Will

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Velocity Atlas 135mm wheelset

2016-04-06 Thread dstein
Correction, one of these is an Atlas rim, the other Aeroheat, from rivendell: "If Velocity runs out of ATLAS rims, we may sub its AEROHEAT/DYAD model. That is a good one, too." Just got a Velocity box from Rivendell today, can ship to the lower 48 for $300 out the door , usps ground. $30 more f

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Velocity Atlas 135mm wheelset

2016-04-07 Thread dstein
wheelset sold! On Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 3:43:26 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > Correction, one of these is an Atlas rim, the other Aeroheat, from > rivendell: "If Velocity runs out of ATLAS rims, we may sub its > AEROHEAT/DYAD model. That is a good one, too." > >

[RBW] Re: 1X10: How clean it is!

2016-04-09 Thread dstein
Nice! I got a Jones recently as well with a 2x9 setup which I'm happy with (trigger shifters) and have had no issues with, but am thinking of a 1x9 or 1x10 on my hunqapillar (or just sell the hunqapillar). What is the crank you're using? Are you using indexed or friction on the shifters? On Sat

[RBW] Re: Swift Campout

2016-04-15 Thread dstein
There's also something at West Point Inn (cyclotourist - check for a previous thread on this) and Sibley (me - but I think I'll change this to a date in May or July if anyone is interested, as either the West Point Inn or Juniper sounds awesome). But Swift campout is awesome, I joined a group

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread dstein
Whatever, just smile and nod and keep on pedaling. Hopefully by 'rode away from him' that means you sped off in front of him, if not it doesn't even matter. I often get people commenting on my rivendell and similar bikes, i generally think they're positive but there's this weird west coast passi

[RBW] Re: New Drivetrain Setup on the Hunqapillar

2016-04-23 Thread dstein
Yes! I'm about to do the same thing with a sunrace 11-42 cassette, same derailleur, and white industries eno crank. On Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 4:46:18 PM UTC-7, Keith Muller wrote: > > So in my boredom at the bike shop I decided to put an XTR one-by setup on > my Hunqapillar. I also shed t

[RBW] FS: Lots of stuff

2016-04-23 Thread dstein
Spring cleaning. Enough parts to build a bike, almost. All prices without shipping. Will charge for actual shipping to lower 48. Shipping may take me a few weeks, let me know if urgent. Local pickup in Oakland and takes priority. PM me if interested. Photos: https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbu

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff

2016-04-24 Thread dstein
Here's whats left: - Map / Ahearne handlebars, silver 615mm - $30 - Nitto Tallux stem, 9 or 10cm (I swear it measures 10 and I remember getting a 10, but my order history says I have only ordered 9cm), 225mm height, 25.4 - $45 - Shimano PD-M324 Pedals SDP Dual Platform Pedal (Si

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff

2016-04-26 Thread dstein
from rid, same 1000 estimated miles) - $20 On Sunday, April 24, 2016 at 8:24:36 AM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > Here's whats left: > > >- Map / Ahearne handlebars, silver 615mm - $30 >- Nitto Tallux stem, 9 or 10cm (I swear it measures 10 and I remember >getti

[RBW] Re: Any recommendations for grips on a Bullmoose handlebar?

2017-03-26 Thread dstein
+1 on the ESI grips. I had bullmoose bars and liked those the best (tried some ergon grips and bar tape). Great cushion and grip. On Sunday, March 26, 2017 at 12:14:53 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I use Ergon small grips on a couple bikes with riser bars..the shape is > similar to the WTBs

[RBW] Re: Tell me about V-brakes

2017-03-27 Thread dstein
I switched from CX70 to motolites 1. out of curiosity and 2. i wanted something that was easier to release for wheel removal (The cx70's were tight and hard to release i found). I like them mostly, though I can't comment on loaded steep descents too much. However - I do have a question on leve

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

2017-03-30 Thread dstein
I'm actually curious to how many audiophiles are on here. I feel like high end steel bikes and fancy (usually non-mass produced) audio gear have a lot in common. With the big difference that I can hide my bike in the garage when i'm not using and it gets me outside ;). With records you get to i

Re: [RBW] N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

2017-04-03 Thread dstein
Depends on the riding but for me 3 is the perfect number: one go fast road bike, one single speed/around town bike, and one mountain bike (with one or more of those capable of carrying a load for S240's). That being said I have 5 and very creative storage solutions to say the least (no garage, n

[RBW] Re: Bronze Bubbe Build

2017-04-03 Thread dstein
Nice build! Welcome to the club. There's only 11 of us bronze rosco bubbe folks, or will be once they all sell. I love mine, it's been my go to bike since I got it. On Monday, April 3, 2017 at 8:02:13 AM UTC-7, EasyRider wrote: > > I bought one of the bronze Rosco Bubbe frames, and built it up o

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivet Pearl black titanium

2017-04-05 Thread dstein
Sold! On Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at 5:28:24 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > Bought this last May for my hunqapilar and loved it but going with another > brooks I have and selling this. I'd say barely if even broken in, maybe 300 > miles. A little wear and tear on the rear thoug

[RBW] Re: Opinions on saddlebags? Swift vs. Carradice vs. Sackville

2017-04-09 Thread dstein
I've had the zeitgeist and saddlesack. It really depends on what you're going to be using them for. The medium saddlesack is definitely larger (18-23L) than the zetigeist (11L). I've mostly relied on the medium (and large) saddlesack for camping and errand running along with a shopsack up front

[RBW] Re: Sackville Saddlesack Large or Medium?

2017-04-09 Thread dstein
I've had them both. The medium fits a ton and I prefer that for everyday use (commuting and bike camping (but I don't do a lot of heavy duty grocery getting or any errands like that). Nice thing is that even for an S240 you can get a lot in there and bulge it out for some extra room. All depends

[RBW] Re: Road Bike with 1x10 or 1x11

2017-04-13 Thread dstein
I say try it out. I have a 1x10 on my hunqapillar which is mostly seeing road use these days. 42 White Industries ENO with a11-42 Sunrace cassette, though I rarely use the 42t on the rear cassette (mostly because i keep having trouble getting it to stay in that gear when climbing a hill), and I

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

2017-05-18 Thread dstein
I have a 48cm hunq and a 24" jones plus. The hunq was my 'original' mtn bike, now the jones isfits fine. it's so well designed that it doesn't feel that big when you're in it at all, but if you look at it it is huge, especially compared to my small hunq with 26" wheels. the only times it fe

[RBW] OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

2017-05-19 Thread dstein
What do you folks use for backpacking in warm weather (low's lower 60's, high's mid to upper 80's)? I have two rain jackets: both are sauna's when it's warm out. Is a disposable poncho the best bet? I see some poncho's on REI, are they less sauna like then the rain jackets? -- You received thi

[RBW] Re: OT: rain gear for warm weather backpacking

2017-05-19 Thread dstein
I should clarify, it's just for the possibility of scattered showers over a 3 day trip. Nothing crazy. Going east for the memorial day weekend in VA. Normally in CA I can assume it will not rain for the next several months. On Friday, May 19, 2017 at 1:30:54 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > &

Re: [RBW] The One in Which LeahFoy Races the Carbon Riders Up Killer Hill

2017-05-24 Thread dstein
Great story! I have a version of killer hill that starts close to my house and climbs for 4.5 miles. Used to take me 40 minutes. I'd get passed by the lycra crabon crowd all the time. So i kept pushing and got my ass in shape. I can now get up the hill in about 32 minutes, on par or better than

[RBW] Re: Where's Brian?

2017-06-01 Thread dstein
Weird, I just talked to him like a month or two ago when visiting and sometimes run into him riding around town in Oakland. He helped me with a few builds and was always super helpful. He must be gone since he's no longer on the site, though usually I feel like they announce people coming and g

Re: [Ext] [RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

2017-06-10 Thread dstein
Bill - how many rivendell's do you own now?!?! Can I have a couple ;) I don't get the appeal of the upright mountain mixte. I guess it doesn't have to be upright, but they usually seem to be setup w/ albatross bars. To be honest though, I don't see the appeal of upright bars for anything other

[RBW] FS: Hunqapillar 48cm (76-83 PBH)

2017-06-20 Thread dstein
76.5-83cm PBH (Saddle height 66-72cm, standover on biggest tire is 77.5cm) I hate to let this one go, but I have too much overlap and not enough storage. Several small, light nicks on the frame and fork (less than 1-2cm, surface scratches only, no dents, most are painted over with matching t

[RBW] Re: FS: Hunqapillar 48cm (76-83 PBH)

2017-06-20 Thread dstein
Pictures: https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0o52plgjcWPDM -- 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

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Single Speed?

2017-06-29 Thread dstein
They're also supposed to be more like the QB/SO where you can fit a double speed crank and a white industries dos and have enough room in the horizontal dropouts to adjust the chain b/w the different configs (something I asked about when getting my rosco bubbe which also had horizontal dropouts

[RBW] Re: In praise of Spur-cycles bells

2017-07-14 Thread dstein
Inspired by Bill's post I bought a Spur bell on a whim at a bike shop the other day in the Mission (SF). It's super expensive, but a damn good bell and I like that it's smaller. It does has a super nice ring to it. The attachment is kind of weird, it comes with two different flimsy aluminum pie

[RBW] Re: How hot is too hot?

2017-07-18 Thread dstein
90 was always my cutoff point when I lived in Nashville. Especially since it was so humid it always felt like 100 or more. It's hard to find time to even ride in the AM a lot of times in that kind of sweltering, hot, humid southern weather as it barely seems to drop below 80 at night and picks

[RBW] Re: 1.5 x N+1

2017-07-22 Thread dstein
I second this. A single speed and a geared all rounder sound good to me. 2 x N+1. On Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 10:00:53 AM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > You'll probably need to buy more than one bike for the island, so you can > tour guests around! 2 x N+1 > I share your interest in what Riv is plann

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Hunqapillar 48cm (76-83 PBH)

2017-07-23 Thread dstein
Bike is sold! Dyno wheelset, light, saddle, and rear rack stillf or sale (will post separately as well). -- 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

[RBW] Bicycles in federal wilderness lobbying

2015-08-17 Thread dstein
Saw this today and curious of the group's thoughts on this: http://www.sustainabletrailscoalition.org/ On the one hand, all they are aiming to do is lift a blanket ban on bikes in federal wilderness areas and trails so that land manager can make a decision on whether bikes would be allowed on a

[RBW] Re: Bombadil Off-Road

2015-08-19 Thread dstein
Nice setup and write up, thanks for sharing. Those dirt drops look fun! And at least you didn't crash into a patch of poison oak like I did on my hunqapillar recently while trying to get back on the bike from an almost crash a second before! On Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at 8:14:04 PM UTC-7, To

[RBW] Possible FS: 51cm Sam Hillborne (blue)

2015-08-23 Thread dstein
I really like this bike and I hate to sell it, but I need to thin the heard and it is the most superfluous bike I have. These are also out of stock until May and there seems to be a few people who were interested in picking one up but missed the chance. This is relatively new and scratch free.

[RBW] Re: Possible FS: 51cm Sam Hillborne (blue)

2015-08-24 Thread dstein
Pictures here: https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0859UlCqlD9Li Saddle and pedals not included. On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 4:48:40 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > I really like this bike and I hate to sell it, but I need to thin the > heard and it is the most superfluous bike I ha

[RBW] Re: Possible FS: 51cm Sam Hillborne (blue)

2015-08-24 Thread dstein
I've had some interest in the rack and wanted to clarify that I'm hoping to sell the bike first (or with). As long as the bike is in my stable I'd like to keep the rack on there (and fenders around) if I'm going to use it. Will update the thread accordingly if the bike sells and the rack and fen

Re: [RBW] Cheviot Thoughts and Impressions

2015-08-28 Thread dstein
Great review! And having ridden with you on that bike while you on some of the back side trails in china camp and marin headlands, you absolutely shredded it while I lagged a long ass ways behind you on my hunqapillar. To counterpoint though, I never felt any of that on my cheviot the brief t

[RBW] FS: Tubus Tara Front Rack plus mid-fork eyelts

2015-08-31 Thread dstein
I bought these July, mounted them for 2 overnighters, and took them off. They have a few scratches from me trying to mount them. But otherwise are structurally sound and very new. I have the hook attachment for the bottom, as well as the mid-fork eyelets mount (that is still in the package). I

[RBW] Re: Possible FS: 51cm Sam Hillborne (blue)

2015-09-01 Thread dstein
? On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 9:30:46 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > I've had some interest in the rack and wanted to clarify that I'm hoping > to sell the bike first (or with). As long as the bike is in my stable I'd > like to keep the rack on there (and fenders around)

[RBW] Re: Possible FS: 51cm Sam Hillborne (blue)

2015-09-01 Thread dstein
Yes, if you use the right combination of bees wax, pine tar soap, and irish straps you can build your very own flux capacitor :) 2015 is what I meant. Bike is sold. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 6:17:38 PM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote: > > You stated "Purchased February 2016. 400 miles of mi

[RBW] 26 to 650b hunqapillar

2015-09-01 Thread dstein
I have a 48cm hunq that normally runs 26 x 2.1 smart sams. Had a 650b wheelset around with babyshoe pass 650b x 42. Threw them on, adjusted the cantilever breaks. Everything seems to fit. Bike rides fine (a little squirrely, maybe it has something to do with tire pressure though? bar height?).

Re: [RBW] Re: 26 to 650b hunqapillar

2015-09-03 Thread dstein
Just went on a 12 mile ride. Went fine. I"m alive ;). I liked the ride a lot actually. Definitely felt a *little* taller. Handling was fine. A tad squirrerly. Kind of reminded me of my issue with the Big Bens on my 26" rims earlier this year that I posted about. I'll give it a few weeks, but if

[RBW] Re: Tested 6 pairs of 700c (29in) tires - results and impressions

2015-09-03 Thread dstein
Awesome right up and thanks for sharing. Aren't the Thunder Burts also racing tires meant for short term use like the furious freds? Are are those in fact more duarable? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: SF Randonneurs 100k mixed terrain populaire, Sat. Sept. 12

2015-09-12 Thread dstein
I'd be really interested in this ride next year as well, I never see them until its too late. I've ridden all of this ride at some point or another on smaller rides. Would be really cool to do the whole route. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

2015-09-13 Thread dstein
Agreed on all the above. The quickbeam is the one bike I'd have a hard time parting with and I imagine will be in the stable for a long time. I had it setup as a road bike for a short bit, but now is handling commuting and kid carrying duties (with a yepp mini). -- You received this message b

[RBW] September 20 Marin Headlands/Pre Rivendell picnic ride

2015-09-13 Thread dstein
Quick heads up to anyone who is not watching the Bay Area Rivendell Riders Group, there is a 9/20 Marin headlands ride starting at 9:30 from the ferry building (in front of Gott's) and ending around 1-ish at Crissy Field for the Rivendell Bicycle Picnic from 1-4 featured on the Blug. First versi

[RBW] Re: Tour Guide from RBW Headquarters to the Picnic on Sunday?

2015-09-17 Thread dstein
Hey Matt - The marin headlands ride I'm leading leaves from near the Ferry Building by the Embarcadero BART which you'll need to pass at some point, so if you're interested in parking in Walnut Creek (or Oakland even, Rockridge BART is a decent place to park and only a few blocks from my house)

Re: [RBW] Re: September 20 Marin Headlands/Pre Rivendell picnic ride

2015-09-19 Thread dstein
nuel Acosta wrote: > > If the wifey isnt doing better i might join solo. I have a route in mind > that is fairly short and fun. > > Otherwise We'll see you at the picnic > > On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:58:50 AM UTC-7, dstein wrote: >> >> Absolutely. Al

[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam 54cm Silver

2016-12-02 Thread dstein
I also can sub in some On-One Gary bars or some Nitto RM-013 if someone would rather have drops or dirt drops over the upright albatross-ish bars (would need some new brake levers). I can do a frame, fork, bottom bracket, headset,wheelset, tires for $700. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar: A Bike's Bike. 5-year Review

2016-12-03 Thread dstein
Nice post and great pictures. I've had my hunqapillar for 2 and a half years and almost sold it one point, so glad I didn't. Wish I got as much mileage as you on that thing though! I agree with all of this. My hunqapillar is noticeably not as fast as my go fast road bike, but it is just as fast

[RBW] Re: Albastache on what frame?

2016-12-07 Thread dstein
I applaud your itch to build up a bike around a handlebar, i feel each bike should have a decidedly different cockpit. I have an albastached on my hunqapillar and as a serial cockpit swapper i've tried jones, map, dirt drops, and something else I can't remember but always go back to albastache.

[RBW] 650b vs 700c

2016-12-09 Thread dstein
650b tires seemed to gain in popularity because you could fit wider tires than 700c (with 700c being traditionally narrow in size both in the tire clearance of frames made and the tires availabile), but now that wider tires have gained in popularity in all sizes, including 700c, what are the dr

Re: [RBW] Re: Need help justifying a Rivendell?

2016-12-12 Thread dstein
That's great and all said and done unless you're like me and you essentially just raised the bar on what a bike costs, and then 2 or 3 more of those later Thankfully rivendell's hold a lot of their value and a few mistakes (bikes I didn't like as much as I thought) didn't cost my too much i

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