date:20190930

Gosh I miss Velouria. I don't think I ever knew her real name. 

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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Mark Roland

I think all the models you mention with extra seat stays going to the rear 
dropout are considered "actual" mixtes. (See Sheldon Brown 
*:.) I've always been curious 
about the etymology of this word as used to describe bicycles. In most 
translations, it is used in the sense of "unisex" or co-educational. Also 
dual purpose or hybrid, or combined. The English words "dual" , "twin" and 
"double" all translate as "double" in French. I guess you could translate 
it as a "mix of two steel tubes" but almost all uses of mixte, or the 
French phrase "structure mixte" refer to the mixing of two different 
things--concrete and cement, passengers and cargo, boys and girls. A 
cuisinière mixte can use two different fuels. 

Years ago I came across a taxonomy chart of bicycle frame styles. I can no 
longer find it. But I do recall the mixte being defined as Sheldon does, 
the three seat stays, with two top tube variants, the single and double. A 
bike with the top tube angled toward the rear dropouts but with no extra 
seat stays was called, I believe, a Ladies Sport frame. Of course this 
definition would tend to negate the notion that "mixte" refers to  a unisex 
coed style. So who knows. I'm going with "mixte' became a popular way for 
the public (mostly in France) to refer to this style of frame that could 
easily be ridden by both sexes, and that is what it became.  But one known 
known is that a Clem L is a step through, and a mixte is not, anniversary 
edition or otherwise.

Speaking of custom mixtes, Lovely Bicycle/aka Veloria/aka Constance's old 
Royal mixte 

has been for sale on eBay for some time. Not a Leah approved colorway, 
however. Also  different geo than a Rivendel mixte. 
Explained here: 
http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/2010/11/mixte-vs-mixte-whats-difference.html

* A style of lady's  frame 
in which the "top tube 
" consists of a pair 
of small diameter tubes running more-or-less straight from the upper head 
lug , past the seat tube 
, and on to the rear 
fork 
ends . A mixte frame 
thus has 3 sets of rear stays, instead of the usual two. A variant on the 
mixte uses a single, full sized top tube running from the upper head tube 
to the seat tube, but retains the middle set of stays. A lady's type bike 
that lacks the middle pair of stays is not a mixte.

On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 3:07:34 PM UTC-4, lconley wrote:
>
> What makes the Anniversary Mixte special is that it is an actual Mixte 
> with twin top tubes. As far as I know, this would be a first for a 
> non-custom Rivendell. I have a Betty Foy (now claimed by my wife - she 
> loves the hearts in the lugs and the paint), a Clementine, a Roscoe 
> Bubbe Medium Mountain Mixte, and am waiting on the Roscoe Baby and not one 
> of them is an actual Mixte.
> formerly from Gainesville, FL, soon to be from Delray Beach, FL
>
>
>>>
>>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Ann, wouldn’t it be fabulous?! This bike will look great on you.

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> 
> If it comes in a dark, rich, red with sparkles and cream accents with those 
> beautiful lugs, I am in ;)
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[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch

If it comes in a dark, rich, red with sparkles and cream accents with those 
beautiful lugs, I am in ;)


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[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

No, not the Missing Link. It is called the Bike Kitchen and is located in 
the Mission. http://bikekitchen.org/

On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 4:50:59 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> Did you use the repair bay at Missing Link? That's where I learned to work 
> on bikes before I had my own tools. 

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[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

No, not the Missing Like. It is called the Bike Kitchen in the Mission. 
http://bikekitchen.org/

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> Did you use the repair bay at Missing Link? That's where I learned to work 
> on bikes before I had my own tools. 

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[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch

An absolutely beautiful bike.

On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 8:39:37 AM UTC-5, Will wrote:
>
> This is my wife's Riv mixte. It has 650B wheels and clearance for 42-44mm 
> tires with fenders. Sometimes you have to look backwards for the "prize". 
> Riv made this bike 15 years ago. It is still leading edge. 
>
> Will 
>
>
>
>
> On Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 10:48:21 PM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding 
> Ding! wrote:
>>
>> A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte 
>>
>> Ever since the sketch and the mention of a 25th Rivendell Anniversary 
>> Mixte on the Blahg, I have been waiting like a kid on Christmas. The bikes 
>> I love are the mixtes/step-throughs and what an honor that a mixte was 
>> going to be the bike representing Rivendell Bicycle Works on their 25th. 
>> Since then, I’ve haunted the Blug and the Blahg, checking my traps for any 
>> hint of the rumored mixte coming to life. The fancy lugs, the Rivendell 
>> decal, the wispy, light ovalized tubes, the “One Bike To Rule Them All” 
>> decal I was jockeying to get Rivendell to place in some secret spot on the 
>> frame...I can’t forget about it. 
>>
>> In a recent e-newlsetter, the AM was mentioned but then seemingly tabled. 
>> It’s inconceivable to me that this project may not happen. The lugs have 
>> been designed, and they look to have a hummingbird cut into the lugwork. 
>> And there’s no bird I love better than a hummingbird. 
>>
>> I was discussing (despairing) online with friends from the List and one 
>> of them said, “Why don’t you just get this in a custom? They might even 
>> make those lugs for you.” 
>>
>> I am not a custom kind of gal. I love the stock Rivendells I have in my 
>> garage. But if the only way I can get an Anniversary Mixte is to make it 
>> out of a custom, well, there’s an idea. 
>>
>> A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte. 
>>
>> Grant is 65. The Gallup bike and the Longbolts bike are ahead of the AM 
>> in the queue. The lug maker is going out of business. It could be a very 
>> long time before the AM is in production. If ever. 
>>
>> I can’t be the only one whose heart was set on having this bike. Would 
>> anyone else want a Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte? Would it be over the 
>> top if I ordered it as a custom? Would anyone else do the same? Would we 
>> have a batch of them ordered? And if so, can I choose the color? RICH RED 
>> WITH SPARKLES AND CREAM ACCENTS.  Jewel-toned, like a hummingbird. 
>>
>> This might be impossible. Too expensive, maybe Rivendell won’t agree to 
>> it, maybe it’s a bad idea - but I’d at least like to explore it. Reply if 
>> you have thoughts about it. This is fun, even if it turns out to be a pipe 
>> dream. 
>> Leah
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[RBW] “Converting” a Cheviot to Betty Foy

2019-09-30 Thread PaulS

Resale isn’t an issue. Worst case, if I do resell, I’m ok taking what little 
hit there would be. Most vinyl stickers are fairly easy to take off with a 
little heat and goo gone and/or WD40.  

My main concern is I don’t want it to look tacky. Maybe it might. Just 
depending on who puts on the sticker. I’d also like to get a Betty headtube 
badge made as well. Not like the stock but something custom. That might be 
later down the road. Maybe V-day present. 

I am leaning to going with a sticker 

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[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

Did you use the repair bay at Missing Link? That's where I learned to work on 
bikes before I had my own tools. 

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[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

Regardless of the cause, though, the grinding gave me an excuse to 
dismantle and reinstall every component on the bike over the past couple 
months which I have always wanted to learn to do. Fortunately having the 
bike co-op close made that easy and provided guidance when YouTube videos 
didn't suffice. Makes me want to try building up a new (old) frame in the 
near future... 

Eric G@rs 
SF

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[RBW] “Converting” a Cheviot to Betty Foy

2019-09-30 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!

Well I’d rather have a Cheviot than a Betty! You buy the Chev, mail it to me 
and I’ll send you the Betz 浪

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[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

The BB was brand new and installed by a reputable shop. I don't suspect 
there was anything wrong at all with the BB since it only had ~500 miles on 
it. I suppose I could have sorted that out by reinstalling the BB after 
cleaning the threads, but alas, I didn't. 

On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 4:33:14 PM UTC-7, PaulS wrote:
>
> How old was the bottom bracket? Those Shimano sealed units usually last a 
> very long time. So if it was new and I abused, I’d probably say it was the 
> gunk. I’ve had creaks and groans from dirty BB shells. 

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[RBW] “Converting” a Cheviot to Betty Foy

You don't want to do anything that messes up resale later, so I can't be advise 
slapping stickers on that may not peel off well. A full repaint would be lovely 
but expensive, and then again resale might be limited by the gender-specific 
name. 

So basically it's her bike and her money, but I'd think hard about getting 
comfy with the Cheviot name and those cool little sheep before messing with it. 
She's definitely going to love the bike. 

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[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

2019-09-30 Thread PaulS

How old was the bottom bracket? Those Shimano sealed units usually last a very 
long time. So if it was new and I abused, I’d probably say it was the gunk. 
I’ve had creaks and groans from dirty BB shells. 

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[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

This weekend I decided to replace my bottom bracket to try to fix the 
problem since it is a relatively cheap part (Shimano UN-55). I haven't ever 
done it before so I figured it would be a fun exercise. The original size 
turned out to be a 110mm while the replacement was 113mm. The threads in 
the bottom bracket shell were a little gunked up so I cleaned it out and 
replaced the BB, tightening with a torque wrench to the specified torque on 
the BB and crank bolt.  The grinding sensation in the pedals went away 
entirely. Was it the bottom bracket itself, gunk in the threads, or chain 
line? I don't know and I'm not sure that it matters, but I figured that I 
would update the thread for posterity's sake. 

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[RBW] “Converting” a Cheviot to Betty Foy

2019-09-30 Thread PaulS

Christmas will be here before we know it. I wanted to get my wife a new bike as 
a present. She’s not really in love with her Surly trucker I built for her 5 
years ago. 

She would like a step through and when I showed her a picture of an old Betty 
Foy, she loved it. Mainly the name! 浪

I was unsuccessful in locating a Betty. So I am thinking of buying a Cheviot 
from Riv and putting “Betty Foy” stickers on it. Problem is, the Cheviot 
stickers are under the clear coat. So my options are: 
$350 to repaint (2 tone) and have Riv put Betty stickers on. Although she 
already likes the dark sage paint (and Riv has that color in her size in stock) 
and it would be a shame to strip a beautiful paint job.  
Or get Betty stickers made (3rd party) and put it right over the Cheviot decals.

Then I’d paint all the heart lugs red to complete the look. I just don’t know 
if plastering a big sheet of vinyl over the frame will look.off. 

Any advice? 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Recommend a film camera

2019-09-30 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch

Drw:

I have two of those cameras. The XA2, IMHO, is one of the best film cameras for 
cycling. Leave the focus on the default setting and your shots will be in focus 
90% of the time. Go to the infinity setting if you stop to take a picture of 
the landscape. Pretty rugged, and the clamshell design works very well in a 
handlebar bag. The only potential downside is that the shutter buttons 
sometimes fail (but this is fixable—Google it).

I love the 35RC, but I don’t think I’ll use it for cycling much. I’m concerned 
about the more delicate innards. It does take wonderful photos.

I don’t have the Pen-ee2, but I do have a half-frame Pen-F. Again, a wonderful 
camera, with the benefit of making your film budget go twice as far! 

Note: Your local lab shouldn’t have problem with half-frame film. My local 
place in Sacramento simply prints two images on one 4x6 print. No extra cost.

Good luck and have fun! Pedal Bikes, Shoot Film!

--Eric Norris
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> On Sep 30, 2019, at 3:23 PM, Drw  wrote:
> 
> The 35rc was claimed. Now I have 3
> 
> An xa-2 point and shoot. A 35rc which is likely as manual as I’ll go. a 
> pen-ee2, which is a half frame camera I’m excited about. 
> 
> All are olympus’ so I guess I’m an Olympus person? Not by design, more that 
> All 4 were bought under my 200$ budget. 
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[RBW] Re: Recommend a film camera

2019-09-30 Thread Drw

The 35rc was claimed. Now I have 3

An xa-2 point and shoot. A 35rc which is likely as manual as I’ll go. a 
pen-ee2, which is a half frame camera I’m excited about. 

All are olympus’ so I guess I’m an Olympus person? Not by design, more that All 
4 were bought under my 200$ budget. 

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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread masmojo

Leah, 57 & the bike garage is past capacity! Some things I don't use much or 
that are duplicates will hafta go!

The Mixte would have slotted nicely in between my Clementine/cruisers/mountain 
bikes & the Atlantis/Bombora/roadish bikes. 
Although, it might be too close in execution/set up to my Rawland Drakkar, but 
that's a bridge I'll cross if it ever becomes necessary! 
I just want to get back down to not jacking with the bike quiver all the time. 
More time riding & less wrenching. 
Trying to move to quality over quantity.

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Re: [RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

2019-09-30 Thread Toshi Takeuchi

My friend's nickname given to him by his roadie clubmates is Caltrans.  He
wears that with a badge of honor!

Toshi


On Mon, Sep 30, 2019 at 9:47 AM Mark Roland 
wrote:

> I use the construction vest over regular clothing. I like these better
> than the cycling-specific or sport ones because, in my experience, they
> tend to be higher quality and not such a fitted fit. Also, pockets. And
> yeah, it's a bit (a lot?) on the dorky side. Years ago I glided past a
> group of kids walking in the middle of the road. One kid got startled. "Oh,
> snap!" Another kid says, "Oh, that's crossing school guard guy." I wear the
> vest, and the moniker, proudly. And, possibly, a bit more safely.
>
>
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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Dorothy C

In the San Fernando valley of LA, a big benefit I find to a step through is 
that if I get stuck at the pavement loop triggered traffic signals, I can 
quickly hop off the bike, put it on the kickstand and dash over and press the 
beg button. I wouldn’t be in the market for the Anniversary mixte, though as I 
already have a Cheviot and I just got a 45 Clem frame to rebuild my old 700c 
hybrid 

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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

I do see your points here, but I wonder if the mixte market is truly thin, or 
if it’s alive and well and that is why so many versions have been offered. I 
remember Grant saying something on the Blug or Blagh about how well the 
Cheviots were selling and that it was a surprise. He discontinued the Clem H 
but still offers that Clem L. I think there’s more of a market all the time - 
men are coming around to mixtes!

In my own family, my BIL had lost his bike to theft and he wanted a 
replacement. He wasn’t a Rivendell fan at the time but he ended up coming to 
them because he sought a mixte and Rivendell were the only people making a 
mixte in his size. He got a Clem L and is happy as a gopher in new dirt because 
he can load up his racks to towering heights and when he has to dismount, he 
won’t tear his dress pants swinging a leg over that darn top tube. My Dad is 
next in line for a Clem L as he nearly tips over trying to swing his mile-long 
legs over his top tube. (He’s 6’3.”) 

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> On Sep 30, 2019, at 9:19 AM, Will  wrote:
> 
> 
> Yes and no...
> 
> Riv has had a big mixte offer.
> 
> The Glorius => became the Foy => became the Cheviot => became the Clem L. 
> From a coverage perspective, just about everyone who wants a mixte, over the 
> last 15 years has been covered. Plus, each iteration has been further 
> budgetized which suggests the market is thin.  
> 
> You could go custom. But I suggest the collector's route might be satisfying. 
> The Glorius/Saluki I bought for my wife this spring is utterly amazing. It's 
> Toyo. I don't think you can find a better road mixte... even custom. It's got 
> all the knowledge Grant had for the Saluki/Hilson series of Country Bikes, 
> which is significant, with a huge throw down for over-the-top construction 
> details. 
> 
> If I was going to throw $$$ at a Riv today, I be scouring the list for a 51 
> Appaloosa, not a mixte.  We have a 55 (too big for me, but works for my son). 
> It's the best bike I've ever seen. And I have a beautiful Toyo era Atlantis. 
> My second choice would be a Clem L. There's no reason for Riv to do an 
> anniversary mixte when they have the most distilled design for an all-rounder 
> step thru possible for $1650. 
> 
> Will
> 
> Good luck with your venture. :-)
> 
>> On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 10:24:26 AM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
>> wrote:
>> Yes, what Joe says is correct. I’m not asking about new paint or an old 
>> model, I’m asking who’s interested in the rumored upcoming project Rivendell 
>> tempted us with. 
>> 
>> So, two people interested so far! 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPad 
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>> > On Sep 30, 2019, at 7:33 AM, Joe Bernard  wrote: 
>> > 
>> > Leah is gauging interest in the bike Grant presented with the swoopy 
>> > double toptubes and that lug that may have a hummingbird in it. Yes, I 
>> > want one. 
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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Masmojo, I knew I’d hear from you. I remember you being excited about that 
mixte. I don’t know your age, but but I’m under 40 and I feel like you - I just 
want a forever bike to take me through the rest of my life. I don’t want to 
keep obsessing about details and what I wish the bike did and didn’t have. I 
just want to ride it. 

This woman - I think I might be a version of her someday: 

https://youtu.be/1Kk0weQwG8M

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> On Sep 30, 2019, at 9:54 AM, masmojo  wrote:
> 
> Leah, like you the idea of giving up on the Anniversary Mixte & having a 
> custom built has been brewing in the back of my mind.
> But that's a big chunk of stuff to bite off! 
> I have bought 3 bikes in the last 18 months, so I think I'll sit back and 
> take the wait & see approach for now. 
> I am reaching a point where I  don't want to buy/build any more bikes. The 
> Anniversary special was going to be the last bike I bought for myself, 
> intended to last until they start throwing dirt on my face (however far from 
> now that might be), if the Anniversary bike doesn't happen I've long been an 
> admirer of Curtis Inglis & Retrotec; maybe I'd just him build me a custom?
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[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread masmojo

Thing is the Glorious & Wilbury are not readily available & rarely come 
available used in the ~53 size range. The last time one popped up here it was 
gone before I could make a run at it.
So, getting one basically means "Custom" @ this point.

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[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!

Brian, I know of what you speak. Too many choices breeds dissatisfaction. Maybe
because it’s overwhelming? From 2012-2019 I had only one bike, the Betty, and I
was happy. Since its inception, Rivendell changed several things in their
philosophy, and I became desirous. Those Cheviots arrived on the scene not 2
months after I had my Betty. There they were, with those fun decals and cream
head tubes and limousine-type rides and the cool sheep head badges...I have
some of what I was missing now in my Clementine, but it lacks some of the
beauty and litheness of the Betty Foy. I want both sets of qualities in my last
bike from them. If I could have that bike, I would only need one bike and I
could just relax about all this. Ha!

I have 2 bikes and am in turmoil about how I would love this one best if it
just had THAT. And I end up wanting One Bike To Rule Them All. I want it
step-through so it’s ready for me when I’m an old lady. I want it to be strong
but not overkill, rigged with racks that can carry heavy loads so I never have
to worry as I strap an Amazon parcel onto the rack. I want it to have room for
fat tires and the comfort of long chainstays and I want to feel safe on it and
know that it will last. I want it to be lovely - fancy lugs and gorgeous paint
and all the details like cream accents and decals that say clever and
meaningful things.

I want a step-through that is SMART *and* BEAUTIFUL. And I was hoping it was
going to be that proposed Anniversary Mixte. But maybe Brian is right. Get the
custom and don’t look back. This is a lot to think about.

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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread lconley

What makes the Anniversary Mixte special is that it is an actual Mixte with 
twin top tubes. As far as I know, this would be a first for a non-custom 
Rivendell. I have a Betty Foy (now claimed by my wife - she loves the 
hearts in the lugs and the paint), a Clementine, a Roscoe Bubbe Medium 
Mountain Mixte, and am waiting on the Roscoe Baby and not one of them is an 
actual Mixte.
I guess ordering a Riv Custom Mixte would be an option if the Anniversary 
Mixte never comes to fruition, but waiting for a custom is not fun. My 
Rivendell Custom frame has been built (~1 year) and is awaiting paint (~ 6 
more months). Like another Florida boy once said "waiting is the hardest 
part".

Laing
formerly from Gainesville, FL, soon to be from Delray Beach, FL


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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Melanie

OK Will. Just let me know when you’re ready for your 51 Appaloosa!

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[RBW] Re: Bike with Riv-like geometry for kids - gravel

2019-09-30 Thread REC (Roberta)

Jared,

I looked for a mixte and it came down to Brooklyn that Joe Bernard 
recommended,  and Handsome Cycles. I think Linus and Public also makes 
them.   

I liked the Brooklyn because was a REAL step thru (not a trip thru, as in 
raise your foot enough when you step thru or else you'll trip). The 
Handsome She Devil is a lighter bike but a "trip thru."Handsome 
She-Devil is more expensive  than the Brooklyn, but if you want to build it 
up, you can buy frame only.  You also can get it painted any color she'd 
like if she doesn't like their colors.  The Brooklyn bikes already come in 
some very cool colors. 

Roberta

On Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 8:38:33 PM UTC-4, Jared Volpe wrote:

> Hey all, 
>
> I’m looking for a new bike for our daughter. Truth told most of our miles 
> are around the city but we take to gravel now and again. She doesn’t want a 
> mountain bike. Something step through and more upright like a Clem or a 
> Chev are interesting but I don’t want to spend that much because she’ll 
> grow out of it. 
>
> She is tall for her age and like me, has long legs. She is 60” and (yes we 
> measured it) her PBH is 30”. 
>
> Any suggestions?

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[RBW] 64cm Clem L for sale ☹️

2019-09-30 Thread Ian A

Good point Alex! I used to work with a fellow who had a disagreeable German 
Sheppard dog. The long suffering girlfriend finally put her foot down and told 
him "it's me or the dog". He chose the dog.

IanA
Disclaimer: I thought he made the wrong choice. It was a dreadful dog.

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[RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

2019-09-30 Thread Rick Thompson

I don't really like the pool noodle thing (it sticks out too far and makes 
the bike too wide), but I found putting one of the big triangles on a 
basket traffic side on my commuter bike seems to have improved the car 
passing distance.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricks_boats/42876972620/in/dateposted-public/lightbox/


On Friday, September 27, 2019 at 11:09:34 AM UTC-7, Neil Doran wrote:
>
> Over the last few weeks I've had two close calls with automobiles during 
> my morning commute that really seem to come down to 'I didn't see you'.
>
> I currently have a dyno hub with full-time lights front and rear, and try 
> and ride predictably, but seems like I need to up my visibility game. I'm 
> thinking a very bright and loud reflective vest. Needs to be pretty light 
> weight though, maybe even a mesh.
>
> Any suggestions from the group mind on either vests you have been happy 
> with, or other tips n tricks for daytime visibility?
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[RBW] Re: Bike with Riv-like geometry for kids - gravel

2019-09-30 Thread Brian Campbell

Find a vintage Trek road (4XX, 5XX or 6XX series to keep the price down) 
bike in a smaller size. I set one up for my son. Ran 32mm tires with 
fenders and upright bars. Weighed about 26lbs and with 7 speed index thumb 
shifters, it was super simple for him to get the hang of. When he out grew 
it, I sold the frame for the same as what I paid for it and transferred the 
parts other other bikes.

On Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 8:38:33 PM UTC-4, Jared Volpe wrote:
>
> Hey all, 
>
> I’m looking for a new bike for our daughter. Truth told most of our miles 
> are around the city but we take to gravel now and again. She doesn’t want a 
> mountain bike. Something step through and more upright like a Clem or a 
> Chev are interesting but I don’t want to spend that much because she’ll 
> grow out of it. 
>
> She is tall for her age and like me, has long legs. She is 60” and (yes we 
> measured it) her PBH is 30”. 
>
> Any suggestions?

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[RBW] Re: Recommend a film camera

2019-09-30 Thread Paul Richardson

I'm tempted by your offer, but already doing pretty well with my current 
line-up (I use 2 Olympus Stylus Epics, a Canon AE-1, and a digital Canon 
5D).  You said you now have 4 cameras--I'm curious what the others are!

Is the 35RC a must-have?  I would take it off your hands if nobody else 
bites.

paul
takoma park, md.

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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Brian Campbell

Eric,

The old Trek 710's etal are what got me started down the slippery bike 
slope! I still get the that "feeling" when I see one locally and for 
relatively cheap and have to go ride my hilsen to steady my nerves!

On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 12:08:05 PM UTC-4, Eric Daume wrote:
>
> Brian is my new idol. 
>
> I’m in the same loop. I keep on building up:
>
> - 29er steel hardtails
> - 700c versatile cross type bikes
> - sometimes an old UJB (or UAB if it’s an old Trek)
>
> I have a dream to focus and downsize to just two, maybe my Jones for 
> mountain biking and something else for running around town. But then what 
> do I do when I get an urge to ride fixed gear? And so it goes.
>
> But this town bike would more likely be a Bike Friday than a swoopy 
> humming-Riv, so I’m sorry for the digression!
>
> Eric
>
> On Monday, September 30, 2019, Brian Campbell  > wrote:
>
>> Sell the Riv's that would be dupilcate, apply the funds to the custom and 
>> make it your main, if not only bike. FWIW, I had a pretty serious vintage 
>> bike collection 9 full bikes, many frames and many parts. Like many folks, 
>> I just kept constructing the same bike over & over because it was what I 
>> liked and represented how I rode. It took a lot of time energy and money 
>> keeping it all going.
>>
>> I sold all of it in 2013 and bought an Hilsen. I saved my self a lot 
>> time, maintenance and mental energy by down sizing. I rode more and spent 
>> less time online searching and hunting for more "stuff". It was my only 
>> real bike until just recently when I got the final Riv Legolas.
>>
>> I set the Legolas up to be light and simple. It is a very different 
>> animal that the Hilsen. Both are practical, can be configured in a number 
>> of different ways for future "twidling" if need be. 
>>
>> Having a limited set of choices , in this case two, seems to heighten the 
>> enjoyment of each. Having too many choice made me dissatisfied. I say do it 
>> and don't look back.
>>
>> On Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 11:48:21 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding 
>> Ding! wrote:
>>>
>>> A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte 
>>>
>>> Ever since the sketch and the mention of a 25th Rivendell Anniversary 
>>> Mixte on the Blahg, I have been waiting like a kid on Christmas. The bikes 
>>> I love are the mixtes/step-throughs and what an honor that a mixte was 
>>> going to be the bike representing Rivendell Bicycle Works on their 25th. 
>>> Since then, I’ve haunted the Blug and the Blahg, checking my traps for any 
>>> hint of the rumored mixte coming to life. The fancy lugs, the Rivendell 
>>> decal, the wispy, light ovalized tubes, the “One Bike To Rule Them All” 
>>> decal I was jockeying to get Rivendell to place in some secret spot on the 
>>> frame...I can’t forget about it. 
>>>
>>> In a recent e-newlsetter, the AM was mentioned but then seemingly 
>>> tabled. It’s inconceivable to me that this project may not happen. The lugs 
>>> have been designed, and they look to have a hummingbird cut into the 
>>> lugwork. And there’s no bird I love better than a hummingbird. 
>>>
>>> I was discussing (despairing) online with friends from the List and one 
>>> of them said, “Why don’t you just get this in a custom? They might even 
>>> make those lugs for you.” 
>>>
>>> I am not a custom kind of gal. I love the stock Rivendells I have in my 
>>> garage. But if the only way I can get an Anniversary Mixte is to make it 
>>> out of a custom, well, there’s an idea. 
>>>
>>> A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte. 
>>>
>>> Grant is 65. The Gallup bike and the Longbolts bike are ahead of the AM 
>>> in the queue. The lug maker is going out of business. It could be a very 
>>> long time before the AM is in production. If ever. 
>>>
>>> I can’t be the only one whose heart was set on having this bike. Would 
>>> anyone else want a Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte? Would it be over the 
>>> top if I ordered it as a custom? Would anyone else do the same? Would we 
>>> have a batch of them ordered? And if so, can I choose the color? RICH RED 
>>> WITH SPARKLES AND CREAM ACCENTS.  Jewel-toned, like a hummingbird. 
>>>
>>> This might be impossible. Too expensive, maybe Rivendell won’t agree to 
>>> it, maybe it’s a bad idea - but I’d at least like to explore it. Reply if 
>>> you have thoughts about it. This is fun, even if it turns out to be a pipe 
>>> dream. 
>>> Leah
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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Joe I am not arguing with you. We are both Riv fans and we both have 
several Riv bikes. 

Leah posted a wish for a very special Riv mixte. I get that. We have 
several mixtes in the garage. I've ridden one for years. My point was to 
suggest if Riv was not going forward with an Anniversary Mixte she might 
want to consider a Glorius. My wife has one and it is both functional, 
takes wide tires, and visually beautiful, given the extremely fancy lugs 
and paint. Leah seemed to have beauty on her mind with the Hummingbird 
comments. 

That's it. It's a suggestion.  

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> The Glorius you have is not the bike this thread is about. 

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[RBW] Re: Spindle length for TA Cyclotouriste on Roadini?

2019-09-30 Thread Garth

  Sheldon likely used a 115 as his frame had 126mm rear spacing. A 
130/135mm rear can use a wider one. What length will also depend on the 
brand of BB as there are differences in left/right differential between say 
TA, Phil Wood, Shimano and SKS. Chainline itself anyways isn't limited to 
any specific numbers despite what anyone may say, a longer or shorter 
driveside can be used to align certain cogs in the FW/CS with the 
chainrings depending on a preference.  With the UN55's you can always use a 
1-2mm driveside spacer if you like.   For an Andel triple I installed on my 
Bombadil I bought both the 115 and 118 UN55 and found the 115 with 2mm 
spacer was fine. So buy both and decide for yourself ... or just get the 
118. 

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> Just grabbed a TA Cyclotouriste for my Roadini without overthinking it as 
> I usually do, price was right and it already had 46/30 rings. Need to order 
> a BB now, is anyone else running the same or similar setup? I'm fairly sure 
> 118mm is the right spindle length, that's what VO recommends for their 
> 46/30 Cyclotouriste clone and this 11 year old RBWOB thread about the 
> Saluki 
> 
>  
> recommends the same but Sheldon claims it's 115 
> and that's enough to give me 
> pause. What do you think - 118 or 115?
>
> Oh, and would anyone be interested in the BSA threaded TA bottom bracket 
> it comes with? It's probably the right length but I suppose I just don't 
> keep it real enough to deal with repacking and adjusting, especially given 
> the proportion of gravel to road I ride. Haven't got my hands on it yet but 
> here's a pic from the eBay listing. 
> 
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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Assorted Rivendell Baggins Bags, plus Acorn handlebar bag and Velo-Orange seat bag

2019-09-30 Thread Antonioni Vicente

priority, please! i'll send the funds over soon, thanks!

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> On Sep 30, 2019, at 4:42 AM, Julian Westerhout  wrote:
> 
> A number of bags have sold. The following are still available: 
> 
> Rivendell Baggins Pa Cartright panniers with Arkel mounts — He added Arkel 
> mounts on a plate to these to make them easy to attach securely and remove 
> quickly, but the mounts are attached through the Baggins grommets, so can be 
> removed with no trace if desired. I think these originally had an over the 
> rack flap — that’s gone missing. A bit discolored, but clean and in good 
> condition. $175
> 
> 
> 
> Acorn medium handlebar bag  - brown, excellent condition, with little use. 
> This is designed to strap on the handlebars with cords to the brake levers. 
> $80
> 
> 
> 
> Velo Orange seat bag (copy of Berthoud, IMHO) with Klik Fix saddle rail 
> mount. Back, fairly lightly used, with a bit of dirt. $50
> 
> 
> 
> Photos here:   https://photos.app.goo.gl/W5VLMrokLVjMrbwZA 
> 
> 
> 
> Let me know if you have questions or if you feel I’m way off on asking 
> prices.  
> 
> 
> 
> Thanks, 
> 
> Julian Westerhout
> 
> Bloomington, IL 
> 
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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

The Glorius you have is not the bike this thread is about. 

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[RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

2019-09-30 Thread John Phillips

   We live near UC Berkeley, and my wife and I find ourselves talking about 
how visible or invisible commuter cyclists are on the street as we drive 
around on errands, etc. One needs to drive cautiously, because few cyclists 
around here obey the traffic laws. What we've noticed is how often urban 
cyclists are only visible from the saddle or waist up, their legs and 
bicycles being hidden by the trunks and hoods of cars. Neither of us are 
color blind, which would change our perspective, but we've found brightly 
colored helmets, backpacks, vests, shirts or jackets to be the most visible 
during the day. Bright blue seems to be the most visible on sunny days. 
Yellow, orange & fluorescent colors are the most visible on foggy, cloudy 
and rainy days. At night, bike lights & reflective materials need to be 
mounted saddle height or higher to be seen in traffic.

   Without traffic blocking our view, bike lights, reflectors, and 
especially reflective leg bands are great at night or on rainy days.

John

On Friday, September 27, 2019 at 11:09:34 AM UTC-7, Neil Doran wrote:
>
> Over the last few weeks I've had two close calls with automobiles during 
> my morning commute that really seem to come down to 'I didn't see you'.
>
> I currently have a dyno hub with full-time lights front and rear, and try 
> and ride predictably, but seems like I need to up my visibility game. I'm 
> thinking a very bright and loud reflective vest. Needs to be pretty light 
> weight though, maybe even a mesh.
>
> Any suggestions from the group mind on either vests you have been happy 
> with, or other tips n tricks for daytime visibility?
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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

The Glorius we have takes 48 mm fenders and 42-44 mm 650B tires. Its design 
is not different than a drop tube Hilson. It is light and responsive. What 
would RIv do to improve it? I guess they could fuss with the wheel base to 
get to 55mm tires. But unless you weigh over 200 pounds, what is the point 
of that? And you will never see Glorious lug work again ==> which is why I 
suggested to  Leah in the first place. 

I disagree that the Clem L is a budget bike. I know Riv promotes the budget 
deal, but when you look at the frame, it has everything multiple barrel 
braizes for racking, it has the Appaloosa fork, it has the fancy Riv drop 
outs, it has the long chain stays, and the build group is rather nice.  If 
it is 12 ounces heavier per frame than a Foy so what? It is significantly 
more robust. 

I guess I don't get the "light and airy" point of view. Once you have fat 
rubber and fenders you have the cat by the tail. Whether a bike weighs x 
pounds or x + 2 pounds isn't a game changer for getting up a hill.

Will 

On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 11:32:55 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> "There's no reason for Riv to do an anniversary mixte when they have the 
> most distilled design for an all-rounder step thru possible for $1650."
>
> If there was "no reason" then the bike never would have been proposed. The 
> Clem L is a budget bike with very stout welded tubes, which is nothing like 
> the light and airy (and more expensive) Anniversary Mixte envisioned. I 
> don't think it's already been made by Riv, the Glorius/Wilbury is a 
> different bike. 
>
> In the end maybe The Hummingbird can be produced as a one-off full custom 
> - I suggested this in another convo myself - but that's not the point of 
> this thread. I would like to see it as a limited production model if at all 
> possible.
>
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[RBW] Spindle length for TA Cyclotouriste on Roadini?

2019-09-30 Thread Matt D

Just grabbed a TA Cyclotouriste for my Roadini without overthinking it as I 
usually do, price was right and it already had 46/30 rings. Need to order a 
BB now, is anyone else running the same or similar setup? I'm fairly sure 
118mm is the right spindle length, that's what VO recommends for their 
46/30 Cyclotouriste clone and this 11 year old RBWOB thread about the Saluki 

 
recommends the same but Sheldon claims it's 115 
and that's enough to give me 
pause. What do you think - 118 or 115?

Oh, and would anyone be interested in the BSA threaded TA bottom bracket it 
comes with? It's probably the right length but I suppose I just don't keep 
it real enough to deal with repacking and adjusting, especially given the 
proportion of gravel to road I ride. Haven't got my hands on it yet but 
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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread masmojo

Leah, like you the idea of giving up on the Anniversary Mixte & having a custom 
built has been brewing in the back of my mind.
But that's a big chunk of stuff to bite off! 
I have bought 3 bikes in the last 18 months, so I think I'll sit back and take 
the wait & see approach for now. 
I am reaching a point where I  don't want to buy/build any more bikes. The 
Anniversary special was going to be the last bike I bought for myself, intended 
to last until they start throwing dirt on my face (however far from now that 
might be), if the Anniversary bike doesn't happen I've long been an admirer of 
Curtis Inglis & Retrotec; maybe I'd just him build me a custom?

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Re: [RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

2019-09-30 Thread Mark Roland

I use the construction vest over regular clothing. I like these better than
the cycling-specific or sport ones because, in my experience, they tend to
be higher quality and not such a fitted fit. Also, pockets. And yeah, it's
a bit (a lot?) on the dorky side. Years ago I glided past a group of kids
walking in the middle of the road. One kid got startled. "Oh, snap!"
Another kid says, "Oh, that's crossing school guard guy." I wear the vest,
and the moniker, proudly. And, possibly, a bit more safely.

On Sun, Sep 29, 2019 at 1:14 PM Joe S  wrote:

> I've been hit twice by cars in the last 10 years. After the second one put
> me in the hospital I started riding with Carhartt Force Class 3 Hi-vis
> shirts. I have both long and short sleeve versions. Not very stylish, but I
> haven't had a close call since using them. I realize that could be more
> luck than anything else, but I'm sticking with them. Lighter and more
> comfortable than wearing a vest. I'm not a cycling jersey type of rider
> anyway.
>
> On Fri, Sep 27, 2019 at 2:46 PM PaulS  wrote:
>
>> Some of the responses above seem to reference dark/night-time riding.  I
>> thought the question was regarding daylight hours.
>>
>> For me, from what I've observed both on the bike and driving, is that
>> cyclists' apparel does not do anything during daylight hours.  Light,
>> reflective, dark, orange, etc.---once the cyclist rides under the shadow of
>> a tree, building, etc., they "disappear".  Reflective gear doesn't work,
>> since half the cars have their lights off and there is too much ambient
>> light.  In my opinion, a light emitting source is needed.
>>
>> Bright rear AND front lights are a must.  BLINKING mode, not constant on,
>> got my attention the most.  Maybe even two lights.  Don't get a minimalist
>> Knog or the likes. I can barely see those at night time, let alone during
>> the day.  I use PDW Radbot and one of their other taillights (can't
>> remember the name), and Lezyne headlight (~1200 lumens).  Very bright and
>> visible in full daylight.
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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

"There's no reason for Riv to do an anniversary mixte when they have the most 
distilled design for an all-rounder step thru possible for $1650."

If there was "no reason" then the bike never would have been proposed. The Clem 
L is a budget bike with very stout welded tubes, which is nothing like the 
light and airy (and more expensive) Anniversary Mixte envisioned. I don't think 
it's already been made by Riv, the Glorius/Wilbury is a different bike. 

In the end maybe The Hummingbird can be produced as a one-off full custom - I 
suggested this in another convo myself - but that's not the point of this 
thread. I would like to see it as a limited production model if at all possible.

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Re: [RBW] Tires for Clementine

2019-09-30 Thread Braxton Colagross

Seems the dust might be from the brake pads wearing themselves. 

On Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 4:20:09 AM UTC-7, Conway Bennett wrote:
>
> The black specs are probably and rubber from the tire rubbing, check your 
> brake pads to see if they aren't hitting the sidewall near the bead.

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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Yes and no...

Riv has had a big mixte offer.

The Glorius => became the Foy => became the Cheviot => became the Clem L. 
>From a coverage perspective, just about everyone who wants a mixte, over 
the last 15 years has been covered. Plus, each iteration has been further 
budgetized which suggests the market is thin.  

You could go custom. But I suggest the collector's route might be 
satisfying. The Glorius/Saluki I bought for my wife this spring is utterly 
amazing. It's Toyo. I don't think you can find a better road mixte... even 
custom. It's got all the knowledge Grant had for the Saluki/Hilson series 
of Country Bikes, which is significant, with a huge throw down for 
over-the-top construction details. 

If I was going to throw $$$ at a Riv today, I be scouring the list for a 51 
Appaloosa, not a mixte.  We have a 55 (too big for me, but works for my 
son). It's the best bike I've ever seen. And I have a beautiful Toyo era 
Atlantis. My second choice would be a Clem L. There's no reason for Riv to 
do an anniversary mixte when they have the most distilled design for an 
all-rounder step thru possible for $1650. 

Will

Good luck with your venture. :-)

On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 10:24:26 AM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding 
Ding! wrote:
>
> Yes, what Joe says is correct. I’m not asking about new paint or an old 
> model, I’m asking who’s interested in the rumored upcoming project 
> Rivendell tempted us with. 
>
> So, two people interested so far! 
>
> Sent from my iPad 
>
> > On Sep 30, 2019, at 7:33 AM, Joe Bernard  > wrote: 
> > 
> > Leah is gauging interest in the bike Grant presented with the swoopy 
> double toptubes and that lug that may have a hummingbird in it. Yes, I want 
> one. 
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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Eric Daume

Brian is my new idol.

I’m in the same loop. I keep on building up:

- 29er steel hardtails
- 700c versatile cross type bikes
- sometimes an old UJB (or UAB if it’s an old Trek)

I have a dream to focus and downsize to just two, maybe my Jones for
mountain biking and something else for running around town. But then what
do I do when I get an urge to ride fixed gear? And so it goes.

But this town bike would more likely be a Bike Friday than a swoopy
humming-Riv, so I’m sorry for the digression!

Eric

On Monday, September 30, 2019, Brian Campbell 
wrote:

> Sell the Riv's that would be dupilcate, apply the funds to the custom and
> make it your main, if not only bike. FWIW, I had a pretty serious vintage
> bike collection 9 full bikes, many frames and many parts. Like many folks,
> I just kept constructing the same bike over & over because it was what I
> liked and represented how I rode. It took a lot of time energy and money
> keeping it all going.
>
> I sold all of it in 2013 and bought an Hilsen. I saved my self a lot time,
> maintenance and mental energy by down sizing. I rode more and spent less
> time online searching and hunting for more "stuff". It was my only real
> bike until just recently when I got the final Riv Legolas.
>
> I set the Legolas up to be light and simple. It is a very different animal
> that the Hilsen. Both are practical, can be configured in a number of
> different ways for future "twidling" if need be.
>
> Having a limited set of choices , in this case two, seems to heighten the
> enjoyment of each. Having too many choice made me dissatisfied. I say do it
> and don't look back.
>
> On Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 11:48:21 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding
> Ding! wrote:
>>
>> A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte
>>
>> Ever since the sketch and the mention of a 25th Rivendell Anniversary
>> Mixte on the Blahg, I have been waiting like a kid on Christmas. The bikes
>> I love are the mixtes/step-throughs and what an honor that a mixte was
>> going to be the bike representing Rivendell Bicycle Works on their 25th.
>> Since then, I’ve haunted the Blug and the Blahg, checking my traps for any
>> hint of the rumored mixte coming to life. The fancy lugs, the Rivendell
>> decal, the wispy, light ovalized tubes, the “One Bike To Rule Them All”
>> decal I was jockeying to get Rivendell to place in some secret spot on the
>> frame...I can’t forget about it.
>>
>> In a recent e-newlsetter, the AM was mentioned but then seemingly tabled.
>> It’s inconceivable to me that this project may not happen. The lugs have
>> been designed, and they look to have a hummingbird cut into the lugwork.
>> And there’s no bird I love better than a hummingbird.
>>
>> I was discussing (despairing) online with friends from the List and one
>> of them said, “Why don’t you just get this in a custom? They might even
>> make those lugs for you.”
>>
>> I am not a custom kind of gal. I love the stock Rivendells I have in my
>> garage. But if the only way I can get an Anniversary Mixte is to make it
>> out of a custom, well, there’s an idea.
>>
>> A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte.
>>
>> Grant is 65. The Gallup bike and the Longbolts bike are ahead of the AM
>> in the queue. The lug maker is going out of business. It could be a very
>> long time before the AM is in production. If ever.
>>
>> I can’t be the only one whose heart was set on having this bike. Would
>> anyone else want a Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte? Would it be over the
>> top if I ordered it as a custom? Would anyone else do the same? Would we
>> have a batch of them ordered? And if so, can I choose the color? RICH RED
>> WITH SPARKLES AND CREAM ACCENTS.  Jewel-toned, like a hummingbird.
>>
>> This might be impossible. Too expensive, maybe Rivendell won’t agree to
>> it, maybe it’s a bad idea - but I’d at least like to explore it. Reply if
>> you have thoughts about it. This is fun, even if it turns out to be a pipe
>> dream.
>> Leah
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[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Brian Campbell

Sell the Riv's that would be dupilcate, apply the funds to the custom and 
make it your main, if not only bike. FWIW, I had a pretty serious vintage 
bike collection 9 full bikes, many frames and many parts. Like many folks, 
I just kept constructing the same bike over & over because it was what I 
liked and represented how I rode. It took a lot of time energy and money 
keeping it all going.

I sold all of it in 2013 and bought an Hilsen. I saved my self a lot time, 
maintenance and mental energy by down sizing. I rode more and spent less 
time online searching and hunting for more "stuff". It was my only real 
bike until just recently when I got the final Riv Legolas.

I set the Legolas up to be light and simple. It is a very different animal 
that the Hilsen. Both are practical, can be configured in a number of 
different ways for future "twidling" if need be. 

Having a limited set of choices , in this case two, seems to heighten the 
enjoyment of each. Having too many choice made me dissatisfied. I say do it 
and don't look back.

On Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 11:48:21 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding 
Ding! wrote:
>
> A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte 
>
> Ever since the sketch and the mention of a 25th Rivendell Anniversary 
> Mixte on the Blahg, I have been waiting like a kid on Christmas. The bikes 
> I love are the mixtes/step-throughs and what an honor that a mixte was 
> going to be the bike representing Rivendell Bicycle Works on their 25th. 
> Since then, I’ve haunted the Blug and the Blahg, checking my traps for any 
> hint of the rumored mixte coming to life. The fancy lugs, the Rivendell 
> decal, the wispy, light ovalized tubes, the “One Bike To Rule Them All” 
> decal I was jockeying to get Rivendell to place in some secret spot on the 
> frame...I can’t forget about it. 
>
> In a recent e-newlsetter, the AM was mentioned but then seemingly tabled. 
> It’s inconceivable to me that this project may not happen. The lugs have 
> been designed, and they look to have a hummingbird cut into the lugwork. 
> And there’s no bird I love better than a hummingbird. 
>
> I was discussing (despairing) online with friends from the List and one of 
> them said, “Why don’t you just get this in a custom? They might even make 
> those lugs for you.” 
>
> I am not a custom kind of gal. I love the stock Rivendells I have in my 
> garage. But if the only way I can get an Anniversary Mixte is to make it 
> out of a custom, well, there’s an idea. 
>
> A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte. 
>
> Grant is 65. The Gallup bike and the Longbolts bike are ahead of the AM in 
> the queue. The lug maker is going out of business. It could be a very long 
> time before the AM is in production. If ever. 
>
> I can’t be the only one whose heart was set on having this bike. Would 
> anyone else want a Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte? Would it be over the 
> top if I ordered it as a custom? Would anyone else do the same? Would we 
> have a batch of them ordered? And if so, can I choose the color? RICH RED 
> WITH SPARKLES AND CREAM ACCENTS.  Jewel-toned, like a hummingbird. 
>
> This might be impossible. Too expensive, maybe Rivendell won’t agree to 
> it, maybe it’s a bad idea - but I’d at least like to explore it. Reply if 
> you have thoughts about it. This is fun, even if it turns out to be a pipe 
> dream. 
> Leah

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[RBW] WTB English Rain coat

2019-09-30 Thread William deRosset

Dear Matthew,

I will enthusiastically second Hilltrek, either their greenspot jacket (size up
if you have long arms) or their "braemar hybrid smock", which is a half-zip
hooded jacket with a double-ventile upper half.

I have had four Hilltrek jackets. I am too sweaty/run too hot for Analogy pump
liners (I have one, and it sees little use as a result).

The double-layer greenspot was a fantastic jacket, though the pocketing was not
ideal for winter use, and it is cut a bit trimly for off-bike use. Sizing up
fixed the problem, and gave me an opportunity to get my little brother a nice
jacket (he is both younger and smaller, and the medium fit him well). I managed
to let mine get stolen. Oddly, my brother lost his too, leaving it behind in a
cafe

I have a single-layer Braemar windshirt that does almost exactly what I
want—breathes well, wide comfort range, sheds short, intense thunderstorms,
lots of pockets.. About four times a year I get caught in an extended steady
rain and the single-layer shoulders wet out. Hence the "hybrid" recommendation.

They are brutally expensive, and worth it. Sewn in Scotland.

Best Regards,

Will
William M deRosset
Fort Collins CO USA

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Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles

Yes, what Joe says is correct. I’m not asking about new paint or an old model, 
I’m asking who’s interested in the rumored upcoming project Rivendell tempted 
us with. 

So, two people interested so far!

Sent from my iPad

> On Sep 30, 2019, at 7:33 AM, Joe Bernard  wrote:
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> Leah is gauging interest in the bike Grant presented with the swoopy double 
> toptubes and that lug that may have a hummingbird in it. Yes, I want one. 
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[RBW] 64cm Clem L for sale ☹️

I’d say you should consult with an attorney to weigh your options 

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[RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Leah is gauging interest in the bike Grant presented with the swoopy double 
toptubes and that lug that may have a hummingbird in it. Yes, I want one. 

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[RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread tc

Leah, have you considered getting one of your frames painted exactly the colors 
you want?  That $350 would at least allow you to see how badly (or not)  you 
need to pay literally 10x more for a custom the same color. I can vouch for 
Rick Stefani’s paint jobs. He repainted my Roadini and it looks great!

Tom

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[RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

2019-09-30 Thread Matt Beecher

What size are you?  Isn’t there a nice, nos Glorius out east?  I’m thinking it 
was in Boston. 

If it fit me, I would be very tempted and it would be significantly cheaper 
than a custom. 

Best regards,
Matt in Oswego, IL

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[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte