[RBW] Re: FS 62 Sam Hillborne Orange Sidepull F/F/HS

[Bones]

Bump. $900 shipped CONUS.

Bones

On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 2:56:10 PM UTC-5 Bones wrote:

> ...should probably have noted that pickup is from South NJ, Philly area. 
> Sorry about that!
>
> Bones
>
> On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 1:54:34 PM UTC-5 Bones wrote:
>
>>
>> There is currently too much overlap in my stable and I would like to find 
>> my Sam a new home where he can get the attention he deserves. Frame has 
>> been ridden regularly for about a year, kept indoors and maintained. Minor 
>> beausage: some small chips and wear around mounting points. No dents or 
>> scratches. Seat post included (has some scatches on it). 
>>
>> I'm looking for $1000 for pickup. I suppose I'd be open to shipping as 
>> well, though I've never shipped a bike before.
>>
>> Please contact me at extraneous at me dot com if you are interested!
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Fs Large woolly warm sweater vest from Riv sale earlier this year $75, shipped. Never worn.

[Nathan Mattia]

I tried it on and it’s not for me. 
Tags still on it. One small snag, but I don’t know from whence it came. 
Size: Large

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[RBW] Re: Changing tires on Cliffhanger rims

[Bill Lindsay]

You probably are not the last one to figure this out, but you are pretty 
far from the first ;-P  

Retro-folks seem cursed to figure out tubeless compatible rims on their 
own, one at a time.  Few appear to learn from others' travails.  

Not even podium!  

Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 5:38:42 PM UTC-8 Fullylugged wrote:

> My local friend with a Clem L asked for some help today.  She was having 
> trouble getting the Continental Contact Speed tires off the cliffhanger rim 
> wheels of her Clem L. When I took a turn at it, I was surprised at how 
> difficult it is to get a lever under the tire bead. Looking at he Velocity 
> page, I noticed that they are advertised as close fitting and that a thin 
> rim tape must be used.  The wheels shipped from Walnut Creek with that rim 
> tape so I kept looking. 
>
> I noticed the center of the rim track was depressed from the edges, so 
> when I squeezed the tire so that the beads were over the center, all of a 
> sudden, there was space for a tire lever to get in and work. They were 
> tight to start with but once started, they come off like any other tire. 
> I've not ridden Cliffhangers but have noticed that they are mentioned here 
> pretty often.
>
> Am  I the last to discover this? :)
>
> Tailwinds
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[RBW] Changing tires on Cliffhanger rims

[Fullylugged]

My local friend with a Clem L asked for some help today.  She was having 
trouble getting the Continental Contact Speed tires off the cliffhanger rim 
wheels of her Clem L. When I took a turn at it, I was surprised at how 
difficult it is to get a lever under the tire bead. Looking at he Velocity 
page, I noticed that they are advertised as close fitting and that a thin 
rim tape must be used.  The wheels shipped from Walnut Creek with that rim 
tape so I kept looking. 

I noticed the center of the rim track was depressed from the edges, so when 
I squeezed the tire so that the beads were over the center, all of a 
sudden, there was space for a tire lever to get in and work. They were 
tight to start with but once started, they come off like any other tire. 
I've not ridden Cliffhangers but have noticed that they are mentioned here 
pretty often.

Am  I the last to discover this? :)

Tailwinds

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: maybe my Medium Susie in blue, $2500 shipped

[i]

Yes, it is I

Igor, Ann Arbor, MI

:D
On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 5:56:17 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Yes it its. I just bought a pair of tires from him, but he signed "Igor" 
> for that post, and I recognized the name. On the RBW list, the sender's 
> name came across only as "i".
>
> On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 3:53 PM Julian Westerhout  
> wrote:
>
>> Patrick, It is my belief that this for sale post is by long time poster 
>> and inveterate bike experimenter Igor B. 
>>
>> Julian "I've got a bit of the old yearn to try new bikes, too, so i know 
>> it when I see a severe case"  Westerhout
>> Bloomington, IL 
>>
>> On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 4:35:26 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>>> Why don't you add your name?
>>>
>>> On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 1:53 PM i  wrote:
>>>
 I've changed my mind.
 S65 post not included. the original stock one is. Knock $100 off the 
 price. $2400 it is then.

 On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 3:49:40 PM UTC-5 i wrote:

> $2500
>
> Why this price? I dont know, I spit balled it. I'm reluctant to sell 
> this bike but I also don't really need it. It takes time to pack a bike, 
> time I don't have, time is expensive to me right now.
>
> It's really fun and rides well but..yeah reducing what is in my stable 
> would be nice
>
> Wheels are from the Clem Smith complete, 27.5. Thunderburt tires.
> Nitto filet stem, though maybe I keep it and swap for something else. 
> Wavie bars. Nitto S65 seatpost. 
> SiLVER crank 38/24. Sunrace shifter, just for the back Deore 
> derailleur. 9speed cassette. Shimano DXR v-brakes. Sunrace brake levers. 
> Seat? Not sure I am including that.
>
> I think I covered it all?
>
> Rack and bag not included, neither are bottle cages.
>
> Photo:
> https://imgur.com/Yt4wx5q
>
> So yes, $2500. Seems like a fine price for a bike. Better yet, come 
> get it from me in Ann Arbor.
>
> Thanks!
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[RBW] FS: WoolyWarm 6-button sweater, size Large

[Christopher Cote]

I just received my WW 6 six button sweater, and while it's a fantastic 
piece, it's just not for me. Rather than pester Rivendell with a return, I 
figured I'd offer it up for sale here first, in case someone missed out on 
them. I would say that Riv's sizing advice is spot on. I usually wear a 
medium, ordered a large. It's a snug fit, with plenty of horizontal 
stretchiness for comfort. Tried on once, tag still attached, briefly in my 
pet and smoke free home. The price is $130, and I'll eat the shipping 
(continental USA only!) and paypal fees. Local (socially distanced) pickup 
near Portland, MAINE possible. Please email me off list. Thanks!

Chris

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Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

[David Person]

Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! - Really glad to hear how much you enjoy riding it.
On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 11:42:36 AM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
wrote:

> Lol, Lester. It is just absolutely dreamy. I took it for another 11 miles 
> this morning and it gets better and better. I love it. I used to think the 
> Betty Foy was made for me (before the Clems ruined it for me with their 
> comfy long wheelbases) - the Platypus is superior! Riv’s new LWB philosophy 
> + mixte frame = Leah’s dream bike.
>
> On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 10:13:34 AM UTC-8 Lester Lammers wrote:
>
>> Wow, HarLeah Davidson got a swell new bike.
>>
>> On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 11:50:09 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote:
>>
>>> Fantastic job, Leah. It's beautiful. I love the fender-mounted taillight 
>>> with the concealed wiring.
>>>
>>> Could you explain the Microshift thumbies a bit more--setting them up 
>>> "right" vs. set up "wrong" for a completely ergonomic experience? I've 
>>> never heard of this and I'd like to know more!
>>>
>>> Also, I think the group needs to start submitting "then-and-now" 
>>> comparison/reenactment shots!
>>>
>>> [image: then_&_now.jpg]
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 8:22:47 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding 
>>> Ding! wrote:
>>>
 Video. Parts are shown here.



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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: maybe my Medium Susie in blue, $2500 shipped

[Patrick Moore]

Yes it its. I just bought a pair of tires from him, but he signed "Igor"
for that post, and I recognized the name. On the RBW list, the sender's
name came across only as "i".

On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 3:53 PM Julian Westerhout 
wrote:

> Patrick, It is my belief that this for sale post is by long time poster
> and inveterate bike experimenter Igor B.
>
> Julian "I've got a bit of the old yearn to try new bikes, too, so i know
> it when I see a severe case"  Westerhout
> Bloomington, IL
>
> On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 4:35:26 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:
>
>> Why don't you add your name?
>>
>> On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 1:53 PM i  wrote:
>>
>>> I've changed my mind.
>>> S65 post not included. the original stock one is. Knock $100 off the
>>> price. $2400 it is then.
>>>
>>> On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 3:49:40 PM UTC-5 i wrote:
>>>
 $2500

 Why this price? I dont know, I spit balled it. I'm reluctant to sell
 this bike but I also don't really need it. It takes time to pack a bike,
 time I don't have, time is expensive to me right now.

 It's really fun and rides well but..yeah reducing what is in my stable
 would be nice

 Wheels are from the Clem Smith complete, 27.5. Thunderburt tires.
 Nitto filet stem, though maybe I keep it and swap for something else.
 Wavie bars. Nitto S65 seatpost.
 SiLVER crank 38/24. Sunrace shifter, just for the back Deore
 derailleur. 9speed cassette. Shimano DXR v-brakes. Sunrace brake levers.
 Seat? Not sure I am including that.

 I think I covered it all?

 Rack and bag not included, neither are bottle cages.

 Photo:
 https://imgur.com/Yt4wx5q

 So yes, $2500. Seems like a fine price for a bike. Better yet, come get
 it from me in Ann Arbor.

 Thanks!

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: maybe my Medium Susie in blue, $2500 shipped

[Julian Westerhout]

Patrick, It is my belief that this for sale post is by long time poster and 
inveterate bike experimenter Igor B. 

Julian "I've got a bit of the old yearn to try new bikes, too, so i know it 
when I see a severe case"  Westerhout
Bloomington, IL 

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 4:35:26 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Why don't you add your name?
>
> On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 1:53 PM i  wrote:
>
>> I've changed my mind.
>> S65 post not included. the original stock one is. Knock $100 off the 
>> price. $2400 it is then.
>>
>> On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 3:49:40 PM UTC-5 i wrote:
>>
>>> $2500
>>>
>>> Why this price? I dont know, I spit balled it. I'm reluctant to sell 
>>> this bike but I also don't really need it. It takes time to pack a bike, 
>>> time I don't have, time is expensive to me right now.
>>>
>>> It's really fun and rides well but..yeah reducing what is in my stable 
>>> would be nice
>>>
>>> Wheels are from the Clem Smith complete, 27.5. Thunderburt tires.
>>> Nitto filet stem, though maybe I keep it and swap for something else. 
>>> Wavie bars. Nitto S65 seatpost. 
>>> SiLVER crank 38/24. Sunrace shifter, just for the back Deore derailleur. 
>>> 9speed cassette. Shimano DXR v-brakes. Sunrace brake levers. Seat? Not sure 
>>> I am including that.
>>>
>>> I think I covered it all?
>>>
>>> Rack and bag not included, neither are bottle cages.
>>>
>>> Photo:
>>> https://imgur.com/Yt4wx5q
>>>
>>> So yes, $2500. Seems like a fine price for a bike. Better yet, come get 
>>> it from me in Ann Arbor.
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>>>
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[RBW] Re: WTT 172.5 Ritchey Logic Crank Arms for 170 Ritchey Logic or similar quality

[Mike Godwin]

Hi All

I found a trading partner for a 170 mm crank. Thank you for the replies

Mike SLO CA

On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 10:36:58 PM UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote:

> Apologize for the ibob cross post. Its been awhile since I last asked, so 
> I will ask again. People have been looking through their parts bins and may 
> have found an extra triple crank they no longer have a use for.
>
> Looking to trade crank arms, my 172.5 mm Ritchey Logic 110/74 for your 170 
> mm crank arms. Threads in good condition. Here are two photos I have of 
> said crank.  Ritchey Logic preferred, but will consider Sugino XP,  Sugino 
> XD600 or XD350 as an alternative.  
>
> Mike SLO CA spokenhubmg at gmail.com
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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: maybe my Medium Susie in blue, $2500 shipped

[Patrick Moore]

Why don't you add your name?

On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 1:53 PM i  wrote:

> I've changed my mind.
> S65 post not included. the original stock one is. Knock $100 off the
> price. $2400 it is then.
>
> On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 3:49:40 PM UTC-5 i wrote:
>
>> $2500
>>
>> Why this price? I dont know, I spit balled it. I'm reluctant to sell this
>> bike but I also don't really need it. It takes time to pack a bike, time I
>> don't have, time is expensive to me right now.
>>
>> It's really fun and rides well but..yeah reducing what is in my stable
>> would be nice
>>
>> Wheels are from the Clem Smith complete, 27.5. Thunderburt tires.
>> Nitto filet stem, though maybe I keep it and swap for something else.
>> Wavie bars. Nitto S65 seatpost.
>> SiLVER crank 38/24. Sunrace shifter, just for the back Deore derailleur.
>> 9speed cassette. Shimano DXR v-brakes. Sunrace brake levers. Seat? Not sure
>> I am including that.
>>
>> I think I covered it all?
>>
>> Rack and bag not included, neither are bottle cages.
>>
>> Photo:
>> https://imgur.com/Yt4wx5q
>>
>> So yes, $2500. Seems like a fine price for a bike. Better yet, come get
>> it from me in Ann Arbor.
>>
>> Thanks!
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: What is your favorite all-round "just ride" cruising gear?

[Patrick Moore]

Well, the snow melted by the time I got out after noon, and just as well as
I had to drop something off downtown for my daughter, so rode the new
Matthews road bike.

But interesting to hear that others' favored puttering/cruising gears are
much like my own; again, 65"/15 t now, but probably will want 61"/16 t if I
ever *do* get to ride in some snow. I do like 72 to 76" for pavement,
though, at least on a "planey" bike, though I am not endorsing any theory
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[RBW] Re: 53cm Atlantis f/f/hs + extra parts

['Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Sean,

I have a 53cm frame and parts if you are interested in seeing if we can 
make a comparable deal.

Ryan Hankinson
(616)928-4226

On Sunday, November 29, 2020 at 5:19:00 PM UTC-5 s...@austin.utexas.edu 
wrote:

> I am possibly interested if this is for sale again (is that what I am 
> reading here?). I think it maybe a bit tall for me, but I like frames to 
> show only a fistful of post. My pbh is 78cm. A (2014) 51 cm might be 
> better, but maybe a 53 could work. I currently ride a 51 San Marcos and a 
> 52cm Soma Saga.
>
> Sean
> On Thursday, November 5, 2020 at 4:49:19 PM UTC-6 belopol...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> Hi all, bit of a catch and release here, the frame feels a bit small for 
>> me wanting to use upright bars. I am contemplating a sale
>>
>> On Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at 11:30:00 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote:
>>
>>> I appreciate you selling it before I saw the ad, cheers.  
>>>
>>> Phew, 
>>> Jason in Vancouver 
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, 27 October 2020 at 17:32:47 UTC-7 RichS wrote:
>>>

 The Atlantis has been sold.

 Best,
 Rich in ATL
 On Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at 12:33:39 PM UTC-4 RichS wrote:

> 2014 Waterford built 26-inch wheel size, f/f/hs plus extras. I am the 
> original owner. Frame is in mint condition; no dings or abuse. There is a 
> visible scratch (see photo) on the seat tube where the derailleur was 
> located. Color is the same gray that was used on the early editions of 
> the 
> Hunqapillar. Never used for touring or off-road riding. Always stored 
> inside.
>
> $1,200. UPS shipping included.
>
> Specifications: ST: 72.5 deg. HT: 72 deg. Effect. TT: 55cm. SO: 78.9 
> (my pbh is 79-80cm)
>
> Chainstay length: 46cm.
>
> *Parts included in the sale:*
>
> Shimano CX-70 brakes with Kool Stop pads (new on the front, not shown 
> in the photo); straddle cables with holders.
>
> New, never built pair of Sun CR-18 26-inch rims. Widths: 23mm 
> external, 17mm internal.
>
> Tires: Rene Herse Naches Pass 26 x 1.8, new never mounted. Panaracer 
> Pro-Tite 26 x 1.75 (350 miles). 
>
> Framesaver: Boshield newly applied.
>
> Photos in the link below. Any questions or more photos just let me 
> know. 
>
> Payment: PayPal preferred.
>
> Thanks very much for looking!
>
> Best, Rich in ATL
>
> https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipPUA2JV7v2V3RW-yLXYmnGUg1G5OJYU3kAbYPNEgnweMsTFX5tcrHHSHFddMA2OOA?key=RmR0TDZ0eWtwMmFKdnY3S01BbGtDRG51T0tFaTFB
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[RBW] Re: Has anyone tried the new Tosco bar?

[Garth]

I meant Brian  that's who. 
On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 2:18:57 PM UTC-5 Garth wrote:

>
> Yes Bruce, you know how to post photos, if you didn't "the device/means of 
> expression" wouldn't exist.
> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 12:54:55 PM UTC-5 Brian Campbell wrote:
>
>> Thanks Garth. Now if you could show me how to post from my iphone...
>>
>> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 4:34:33 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote:
>>
>>> Okay, I changed the format to .jpg and that worked to post both as an 
>>> "add attachment" and "insert photo attachment". So if anyone has issues 
>>> with posting photos , open the image, "save as" and change the file format 
>>> to .jpg. I'm posting this with Chrome(book) OS and browser at the moment. 
>>>
>>> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 4:30:33 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote:
>>>
 Testing testing  [image: Tosco.jpg]
 On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 4:28:02 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote:

>
> Riv has a schematic of the Tosco with it's images. This #%&*^! format 
> wouldn't post the .png image of the bars, then the page malfunctioned and 
> I 
> had to reload the page, rendering my entire reply lost in cyberspace.  
> The 
> gist of which is  everything is alright. no matter what.
>
>
> https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1403/7343/products/ScreenShot2020-11-24at11.51.45AM_1600x.png
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[RBW] Re: FS: maybe my Medium Susie in blue, $2500 shipped

[i]

I've changed my mind.
S65 post not included. the original stock one is. Knock $100 off the price. 
$2400 it is then.

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 3:49:40 PM UTC-5 i wrote:

> $2500
>
> Why this price? I dont know, I spit balled it. I'm reluctant to sell this 
> bike but I also don't really need it. It takes time to pack a bike, time I 
> don't have, time is expensive to me right now.
>
> It's really fun and rides well but..yeah reducing what is in my stable 
> would be nice
>
> Wheels are from the Clem Smith complete, 27.5. Thunderburt tires.
> Nitto filet stem, though maybe I keep it and swap for something else. 
> Wavie bars. Nitto S65 seatpost. 
> SiLVER crank 38/24. Sunrace shifter, just for the back Deore derailleur. 
> 9speed cassette. Shimano DXR v-brakes. Sunrace brake levers. Seat? Not sure 
> I am including that.
>
> I think I covered it all?
>
> Rack and bag not included, neither are bottle cages.
>
> Photo:
> https://imgur.com/Yt4wx5q
>
> So yes, $2500. Seems like a fine price for a bike. Better yet, come get it 
> from me in Ann Arbor.
>
> Thanks!
>

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[RBW] FS: maybe my Medium Susie in blue, $2500 shipped

[i]

$2500

Why this price? I dont know, I spit balled it. I'm reluctant to sell this 
bike but I also don't really need it. It takes time to pack a bike, time I 
don't have, time is expensive to me right now.

It's really fun and rides well but..yeah reducing what is in my stable 
would be nice

Wheels are from the Clem Smith complete, 27.5. Thunderburt tires.
Nitto filet stem, though maybe I keep it and swap for something else. Wavie 
bars. Nitto S65 seatpost. 
SiLVER crank 38/24. Sunrace shifter, just for the back Deore derailleur. 
9speed cassette. Shimano DXR v-brakes. Sunrace brake levers. Seat? Not sure 
I am including that.

I think I covered it all?

Rack and bag not included, neither are bottle cages.

Photo:
https://imgur.com/Yt4wx5q

So yes, $2500. Seems like a fine price for a bike. Better yet, come get it 
from me in Ann Arbor.

Thanks!

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Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

[Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!]

Lol, Lester. It is just absolutely dreamy. I took it for another 11 miles 
this morning and it gets better and better. I love it. I used to think the 
Betty Foy was made for me (before the Clems ruined it for me with their 
comfy long wheelbases) - the Platypus is superior! Riv’s new LWB philosophy 
+ mixte frame = Leah’s dream bike.

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 10:13:34 AM UTC-8 Lester Lammers wrote:

> Wow, HarLeah Davidson got a swell new bike.
>
> On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 11:50:09 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote:
>
>> Fantastic job, Leah. It's beautiful. I love the fender-mounted taillight 
>> with the concealed wiring.
>>
>> Could you explain the Microshift thumbies a bit more--setting them up 
>> "right" vs. set up "wrong" for a completely ergonomic experience? I've 
>> never heard of this and I'd like to know more!
>>
>> Also, I think the group needs to start submitting "then-and-now" 
>> comparison/reenactment shots!
>>
>> [image: then_&_now.jpg]
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 8:22:47 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Video. Parts are shown here.
>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: Has anyone tried the new Tosco bar?

[Garth]

Yes Bruce, you know how to post photos, if you didn't "the device/means of 
expression" wouldn't exist.
On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 12:54:55 PM UTC-5 Brian Campbell wrote:

> Thanks Garth. Now if you could show me how to post from my iphone...
>
> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 4:34:33 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote:
>
>> Okay, I changed the format to .jpg and that worked to post both as an 
>> "add attachment" and "insert photo attachment". So if anyone has issues 
>> with posting photos , open the image, "save as" and change the file format 
>> to .jpg. I'm posting this with Chrome(book) OS and browser at the moment. 
>>
>> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 4:30:33 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote:
>>
>>> Testing testing  [image: Tosco.jpg]
>>> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 4:28:02 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote:
>>>

 Riv has a schematic of the Tosco with it's images. This #%&*^! format 
 wouldn't post the .png image of the bars, then the page malfunctioned and 
 I 
 had to reload the page, rendering my entire reply lost in cyberspace.  The 
 gist of which is  everything is alright. no matter what.


 https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1403/7343/products/ScreenShot2020-11-24at11.51.45AM_1600x.png

>>>

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[RBW] Re: What is your favorite all-round "just ride" cruising gear?

[George Schick]

My SS MTB is set up with a 60" gear and 165mm crank arms.  Seems to be just 
fine most of the time though there are instances where a bit larger gear 
would be preferred (downhill slopes, tail winds, etc.).  I've thought about 
bumping it up a notch, but I don't want to do that in favor of the 60" for 
hill climbing and riding into headwinds.


On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 10:55:41 AM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Idle thoughts while waiting for a client call in 9 minutes. 
>
> Snow here this morning, tho' it won't stick; still, one hopes to get 
> enough to stay around long enough so one can ride in it.
>
> Which raiseth the question: for a single speed mtb used for casual dirt 
> road and flat dirt track riding, sand and (again, one hopes) snow, as well 
> as casual pavement and firm dirt riding, what gear would you choose? Mine 
> is presently 65" (180 mm cranks) which is low and easy for dry land riding, 
> but I am thinking about swapping the 15 for a 16 for 61", but wonder if 
> that would be too low for pavement. OEM gearing (as I got it) was 50", 
> which is far too low for anything I do.
>
> I could always just try it, but that wouldn't solve the question about 
> what to do in the remaining minutes before this call.
>
> Seriously, I'm curious what y'all use for just puttering around.
>
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> ---
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[RBW] Re: What is your favorite all-round "just ride" cruising gear?

[Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY]

69.6" is my fave, but it killed both my single speeders. Maybe not the 
gearing's fault, but I wonder if I had run less torque (75"?) they might 
not have given up.
-Kai

On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 11:55:41 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Idle thoughts while waiting for a client call in 9 minutes. 
>
> Snow here this morning, tho' it won't stick; still, one hopes to get 
> enough to stay around long enough so one can ride in it.
>
> Which raiseth the question: for a single speed mtb used for casual dirt 
> road and flat dirt track riding, sand and (again, one hopes) snow, as well 
> as casual pavement and firm dirt riding, what gear would you choose? Mine 
> is presently 65" (180 mm cranks) which is low and easy for dry land riding, 
> but I am thinking about swapping the 15 for a 16 for 61", but wonder if 
> that would be too low for pavement. OEM gearing (as I got it) was 50", 
> which is far too low for anything I do.
>
> I could always just try it, but that wouldn't solve the question about 
> what to do in the remaining minutes before this call.
>
> Seriously, I'm curious what y'all use for just puttering around.
>
> -- 
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> ---
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Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

[Lester Lammers]

Wow, HarLeah Davidson got a swell new bike.

On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 11:50:09 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote:

> Fantastic job, Leah. It's beautiful. I love the fender-mounted taillight 
> with the concealed wiring.
>
> Could you explain the Microshift thumbies a bit more--setting them up 
> "right" vs. set up "wrong" for a completely ergonomic experience? I've 
> never heard of this and I'd like to know more!
>
> Also, I think the group needs to start submitting "then-and-now" 
> comparison/reenactment shots!
>
> [image: then_&_now.jpg]
>
>
>
>
>
> On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 8:22:47 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
> wrote:
>
>> Video. Parts are shown here.
>>
>>

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[RBW] FS: Pair of used Nitto Noodle bars in 46 and 44 cm.

[Conway Bennett]

How's $85 net-to-me shipped in the lower 48 for a pair of used Nitto Noodle 
bars in 46 and 44 cm?  Think of it as 50% off and free shipping.

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[RBW] Re: What is your favorite all-round "just ride" cruising gear?

[lconley]

My single speeds tend to be in the mid to upper 60s, but what I ride on 
multi-gear bikes tend to be in the mid to low 60s.
I think I read somewhere that the 25th Infantry Bicycle Corps rode fixed 
60" gears.

Laing

On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 11:55:41 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Idle thoughts while waiting for a client call in 9 minutes. 
>
> Snow here this morning, tho' it won't stick; still, one hopes to get 
> enough to stay around long enough so one can ride in it.
>
> Which raiseth the question: for a single speed mtb used for casual dirt 
> road and flat dirt track riding, sand and (again, one hopes) snow, as well 
> as casual pavement and firm dirt riding, what gear would you choose? Mine 
> is presently 65" (180 mm cranks) which is low and easy for dry land riding, 
> but I am thinking about swapping the 15 for a 16 for 61", but wonder if 
> that would be too low for pavement. OEM gearing (as I got it) was 50", 
> which is far too low for anything I do.
>
> I could always just try it, but that wouldn't solve the question about 
> what to do in the remaining minutes before this call.
>
> Seriously, I'm curious what y'all use for just puttering around.
>
> -- 
>
> ---
> Patrick Moore
> Alburquerque, Nuevo Mexico, Etats Unis d'Amerique, Orbis Terrarum
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: What is your favorite all-round "just ride" cruising gear?

[Ben Mihovk]

Omaha is not mountainous, but it's way too hilly for a single speed (for my
weak legs, anyway!).  But...my favorite gear on my bike (42/26 ring with
11/32 cassette, 175mm crank, 700c wheels) is 66.7 gear inches. If I lived
in a flatter town or was a stronger rider and was looking for a single
speed, that's what I'd shoot for.

Ben "Probably Shouldn't Respond To Threads About Single Speeds" Mihovk

On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 9:15 AM 'j glenn' via RBW Owners Bunch <
rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:

> My single speed is either  59 or 63 gear inches.  Its a little low in that
> I can spend 90% of my time sitting when ride  flatlands locally, but more
> like 50% of the time hauling a kid trailer.  Its worked out pretty good for
> studded tires in the snow, some times with the trailer. My kids realy to
> big for the trailer at 50+ pounds so we may have to start  bikejoring.
>
> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 11:55:41 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:
>
>> Idle thoughts while waiting for a client call in 9 minutes.
>>
>> Snow here this morning, tho' it won't stick; still, one hopes to get
>> enough to stay around long enough so one can ride in it.
>>
>> Which raiseth the question: for a single speed mtb used for casual dirt
>> road and flat dirt track riding, sand and (again, one hopes) snow, as well
>> as casual pavement and firm dirt riding, what gear would you choose? Mine
>> is presently 65" (180 mm cranks) which is low and easy for dry land riding,
>> but I am thinking about swapping the 15 for a 16 for 61", but wonder if
>> that would be too low for pavement. OEM gearing (as I got it) was 50",
>> which is far too low for anything I do.
>>
>> I could always just try it, but that wouldn't solve the question about
>> what to do in the remaining minutes before this call.
>>
>> Seriously, I'm curious what y'all use for just puttering around.
>>
>> --
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>> ---
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>> Alburquerque, Nuevo Mexico, Etats Unis d'Amerique, Orbis Terrarum
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[RBW] Re: What is your favorite all-round "just ride" cruising gear?

[Chris L]

When I ride a multi-gear bike, I tend to ride it as a single-speed, only 
changing gears when I really have to.  I don't remember the exact gear 
inches but err on the lower side, probably around the 60'ish gear-inch 
range.  

On the rare occasions when I get out on a long stretch, even a very modest 
downslope ends up in my spinning out my 90'ish gear-inch top end.  Straight 
and level riding bores me, so I rarely do that and mainly stick to slower 
riding with lots of twists and turns around the neighborhood's streets and 
greenbelt sidewalks.  

On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 10:55:41 AM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Idle thoughts while waiting for a client call in 9 minutes. 
>
> Snow here this morning, tho' it won't stick; still, one hopes to get 
> enough to stay around long enough so one can ride in it.
>
> Which raiseth the question: for a single speed mtb used for casual dirt 
> road and flat dirt track riding, sand and (again, one hopes) snow, as well 
> as casual pavement and firm dirt riding, what gear would you choose? Mine 
> is presently 65" (180 mm cranks) which is low and easy for dry land riding, 
> but I am thinking about swapping the 15 for a 16 for 61", but wonder if 
> that would be too low for pavement. OEM gearing (as I got it) was 50", 
> which is far too low for anything I do.
>
> I could always just try it, but that wouldn't solve the question about 
> what to do in the remaining minutes before this call.
>
> Seriously, I'm curious what y'all use for just puttering around.
>
> -- 
>
> ---
> Patrick Moore
> Alburquerque, Nuevo Mexico, Etats Unis d'Amerique, Orbis Terrarum
>
>

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[RBW] Re: What is your favorite all-round "just ride" cruising gear?

['j glenn' via RBW Owners Bunch]

My single speed is either  59 or 63 gear inches.  Its a little low in that 
I can spend 90% of my time sitting when ride  flatlands locally, but more 
like 50% of the time hauling a kid trailer.  Its worked out pretty good for 
studded tires in the snow, some times with the trailer. My kids realy to 
big for the trailer at 50+ pounds so we may have to start  bikejoring.

On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 11:55:41 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Idle thoughts while waiting for a client call in 9 minutes. 
>
> Snow here this morning, tho' it won't stick; still, one hopes to get 
> enough to stay around long enough so one can ride in it.
>
> Which raiseth the question: for a single speed mtb used for casual dirt 
> road and flat dirt track riding, sand and (again, one hopes) snow, as well 
> as casual pavement and firm dirt riding, what gear would you choose? Mine 
> is presently 65" (180 mm cranks) which is low and easy for dry land riding, 
> but I am thinking about swapping the 15 for a 16 for 61", but wonder if 
> that would be too low for pavement. OEM gearing (as I got it) was 50", 
> which is far too low for anything I do.
>
> I could always just try it, but that wouldn't solve the question about 
> what to do in the remaining minutes before this call.
>
> Seriously, I'm curious what y'all use for just puttering around.
>
> -- 
>
> ---
> Patrick Moore
> Alburquerque, Nuevo Mexico, Etats Unis d'Amerique, Orbis Terrarum
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Reverse Levers with Linear-Pull Brakes?

[Marc Irwin]

If those are long pull (for standard caliper brakes) they won't work 
without a travel agent added to the V-brake.  I use regular MTB levers with 
interrupter levers on my Hunq and had to add the travel agent when I went 
to V brakes.  The travel agent is a PITA to set up, works fine, looks a 
little clunky but I am really glad I did it.  The linear pull brakes have 
much better stopping power than the canti's I used before.

Marc

On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 2:51:08 PM UTC-5 Jay Lonner wrote:

> I used to run reverse levers with ‘cross-style interrupters on Boscos on 
> my Hunq. I liked this setup ok - to me the Achilles’ heel was that the 
> non-moosey Boscos were too flexy. The Tektro levers that I had (and still 
> have, somewhere in my parts stash) don’t work with V-brakes though. Paul 
> used to make reverse levers that I think were adjustable, but they’ve been 
> out of production for years - no doubt available at a premium on eBay. 
>
> Jay Lonner
> Bellingham, WA
>
> Sent from my Atari 400
>
> On Dec 2, 2020, at 11:28 AM, Matthew Williams  
> wrote:
>
> 
>
> I've been looking into using reverse levers with linear-pull brakes. I 
> want to mount the levers on the ends of a Bullmoose or Boscomoose bar, and 
> run the cables inside the handlebars.
>
> Is this possible? Can reverse levers be used with linear-pull brakes? If 
> you have this setup, or you've ridden a bike with reverse levers, did you 
> like it?
>
>
> 
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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Big Back Rack - LARGE

[Leah Peterson]

Thanks, Dorothy! Yes, I can get it new, was hoping to get a used one to try to 
save some dollars. I still may do just that, BUTplot twist.

Does anyone remember reading Grant’s Blahg in September? I knew I had read 
something about a rear rack in his writings, and I found it this morning. Since 
it’s not working out with the used market, maybe I should wait for the new rear 
rack Grant mentions here. I’m attaching a screenshot for anyone else who is 
interested. I highlighted the projects that I am interested in purchasing. 



Sent from my iPad

> On Dec 3, 2020, at 6:12 AM, Dorothy C  wrote:
> Blue Lug have it in stock. Seems like a stretch to order from Japan but when 
> I needed 32mm 650b tires for my new Roadini, they were the only place I could 
> find them. 
> Shipping is expensive, but fast, at least to LA. 
> 
> https://global.bluelug.com/nitto-rivendell-big-back-rack-33r-large.html
> 
> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 2:51:08 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
> wrote:
>> Friends,
>> 
>> I really appreciate what I’ve learned from you on this List; I owe you all a 
>> great deal for the strides I’ve made - when I started I didn’t even know I 
>> could raise my handlebars. I just like liked riding the bike and accepted 
>> whatever parts/form the bike had when I bought it. So, hear me well when I 
>> say I have affection and appreciation for you. 
>> 
>> That said, it would please me very much if you would review my initial post 
>> at the top of this thread. It was a straightforward WTB post. Somehow, it 
>> has become a question of why (which I don’t mind answering) I want a new 
>> rack, then a debate about other racks that would be better. I should change 
>> my taillight, I should use a front rack, then it was decided I should have 
>> no rack at all, and then you concluded I should try a wide variety of bags. 
>> Some threads invite opinion, but I’ve re-read my OP several times and can’t 
>> figure out how this was one of them.
>> 
>> Meanwhile, I’ve had people (plural!) PM me saying they have this rack, and 
>> then back out and decide to keep it. I tried to redirect this thread by not 
>> engaging in it, and not only did the posts keep coming, but you began adding 
>> them to my other thread about my Platypus. 
>> 
>> I’ve had to ask myself what is it about me that is inviting this kind of 
>> behavior? Is this how everyone else is treated on the List? I think not, and 
>> I suspect we all know why.
>> 
>> Do better. Because you ARE better. I truly believe that.
>> Leah
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPad
>> 
>>> On Dec 2, 2020, at 12:23 PM, masmojo  wrote:
>>> I have one of the Realm TBD bags as well (and might get another) They are 
>>> good and really versatile. I use mine on my BMX cruiser, it fits the BMX 
>>> bars ever so well. BONUS: the Drip Camo colorway is the best!!  
>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 11:50:12 AM UTC-6 mrg...@gmail.com wrote:
 I just got a ~9L bag that works on both saddle and handlebars that I'm 
 very happy with. Fits everything I need for a multi hour ride and doesn't 
 use a ton of space between wheel and saddle loops.
 
 https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0bGqkRUiGbnlMH;8B8FC7DD-DE70-4E28-9117-45759EB6E822
 
 This one is a Dark Realm TBD bag, but I think the important feature is 
 that it has a rigid plastic liner that keeps its shape. Lots of bag makers 
 do similar ones
>> 
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Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

[Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!]

Peech, oh, it’s inevitable that the scratches will come. I hope they come 
in noble ways and not from dumb things like Leah lifting it onto the van’s 
bike rack and scraping the length of tubing as the frame slides against the 
bar. (See my son’s little grilver Clem!) I think if I ever feel bad about 
the beausage, I will just pop over to Ana’s (PurpleRiv on Instagram) page. 
She is a model for the rest of us! Grant has praised her for taking  her 
custom everywhere - like it’s a jalopy and not a fussy custom!

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 5:58:23 AM UTC-8 peech1...@yahoo.com wrote:

> It's been said already a hundred times I know; but what a beautiful bike. 
>  Just outstanding.  For your sake, please steel yourself to that inevitable 
> first ding or scratch.  It will happen.  So ride lots and enjoy this 
> beautiful and well designed bike.  Beausage baby!
>
> On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 2:23:08 AM UTC-6 Joe Bernard wrote:
>
>> I have a new thing to notice now that I think I've recovered from all the 
>> custom color touches and can pay attention to the bike as a new Riv model: 
>> I really like the 700c wheels on the 55cm Platypus. I don't wish it 
>> enough to feel disappointment in my 54.3cm 650b custom low-stepper  - it's 
>> a spectacular bicycle I'll always love - but I kinda wish I had gone with 
>> the big wheels. They're huge and look really graceful on Leah's bike, Grant 
>> really nailed this one 
>>
>> Joe Bernard 
>>
>> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 12:20:58 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding 
>> Ding! wrote:
>>
>>> I’m stepping away from the hand-wringing this thread has become and 
>>> instead am posting a photo of my two Rivendells. I picked up the pair at 
>>> the LBS yesterday and I felt the happiness brim over the edge of my heart 
>>> when I saw them. It’s the first time they’ve been together, as they’ve both 
>>> been in the shop opposite of each other until today. I brought the Platypus 
>>> with me for one final adjustment (they had my left shifter pointing 
>>> vertically at the ground and I had to let go of the bar and wrench the 
>>> shifter into compliance; now it’s a proper thumbie as Riv intended) so I 
>>> got to see the pair of them on my rack. 
>>>
>>> Of course it’s much too windy to ride them today (biking in wind is a 
>>> punishment, if you ask me), but I can look at them, and that’s not nothing.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPad
>>>
>>> On Dec 2, 2020, at 12:08 PM, masmojo  wrote:
>>>
>>> I think the polishing on the rims is AFTER the anodizing, to clean up 
>>> the braking surface, overall that doesn't sound unreasonable for the extra 
>>> charge, it's the base rim charge which seems sorta steep, but I guess they 
>>> can get it. Rim brake rims are getting harder to come by especially in 
>>> 650B, tubeless 650B rim brake rims are even harder to find, especially in 
>>> wider widths.  All in a Good Rim brake rim is gonna be 100 bucks a piece 
>>> these days; by contrast I've gotten Carbon Fiber Disc Brake rims for that 
>>> or very close to it. As time goes by these Retro builds are getting harder 
>>> and more expensive to pull off. I've got a box with 20 threadless stems in 
>>> it, but only 2 or 3 quill stems.
>>>
>>>
>>> Yes Leah, I prefer a rear rack too, but as hard as it is to pop my wheel 
>>> over an obstacle it's a lot easier on the cargo.  With a rear rack every 
>>> time you hit the smallest bump the contents on the back go flying I've lost 
>>> so many things that way.even with the bag zipped closed things will find 
>>> their way out of the smallest opening.  I rode a rear rack for 20 years on 
>>> the back of my XO-1; when I sold it to the new owner he expressed his 
>>> desire to take it off and though he finally did, he confessed it was just 
>>> about perfect on that bike. But a Portuer rack on the front IS rather 
>>> *nice* and possibly a bit more versatile.  Great for basket mounting 
>>> and a nice wide platform for carrying stuff.  The main draw back is getting 
>>> over the aforementioned obstacles and front wheel flop, but Hey nothing is 
>>> perfect!  I have the Rawland Demi-porter on my Rawland. (nice huh?) and a 
>>> SOMA on my VO Polyvalent and they are both great. now, many people they 
>>> basically use the rear rack as sort of a Seat bag support; OK 
>>> understandable, especially if you put heavy stuff in there, but, you could 
>>> easily go with a different style of rack entirely, especially if you are 
>>> just putting light stuff in there. I think it's the Nitto R-10(?) that has 
>>> adjustable side struts that I've seen people run to different (higher) 
>>> mounts on the frame back, which is a good compromise. 
>>>
>>> I've been riding anodized components for almost 40 years and true they *can 
>>> fade & do fade*, but it's mostly a problem for bikes left outdoors in 
>>> the sun & rain.  Wouldn't last long locked to a pole in NYC, but then your 
>>> bike wouldn't be there long enough to worry about it.  If you are 

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Big Back Rack - LARGE

[Dorothy C]

Blue Lug have it in stock. Seems like a stretch to order from Japan but 
when I needed 32mm 650b tires for my new Roadini, they were the only place 
I could find them. 
Shipping is expensive, but fast, at least to LA. 

https://global.bluelug.com/nitto-rivendell-big-back-rack-33r-large.html

On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 2:51:08 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
wrote:

> Friends,
>
> I really appreciate what I’ve learned from you on this List; I owe you all 
> a great deal for the strides I’ve made - when I started I didn’t even know 
> I could raise my handlebars. I just like liked riding the bike and accepted 
> whatever parts/form the bike had when I bought it. So, hear me well when I 
> say I have affection and appreciation for you. 
>
> That said, it would please me very much if you would review my initial 
> post at the top of this thread. It was a straightforward WTB post. Somehow, 
> it has become a question of why (which I don’t mind answering) I want a new 
> rack, then a debate about other racks that would be better. I should change 
> my taillight, I should use a front rack, then it was decided I should have 
> no rack at all, and then you concluded I should try a wide variety of bags. 
> Some threads invite opinion, but I’ve re-read my OP several times and can’t 
> figure out how this was one of them.
>
> Meanwhile, I’ve had people (plural!) PM me saying they have this rack, and 
> then back out and decide to keep it. I tried to redirect this thread by not 
> engaging in it, and not only did the posts keep coming, but you began 
> adding them to my other thread about my Platypus. 
>
> I’ve had to ask myself what is it about me that is inviting this kind of 
> behavior? Is this how everyone else is treated on the List? I think not, 
> and I suspect we all know why.
>
> Do better. Because you ARE better. I truly believe that.
> Leah
>
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> On Dec 2, 2020, at 12:23 PM, masmojo  wrote:
>
> I have one of the Realm TBD bags as well (and might get another) They are 
> good and really versatile. I use mine on my BMX cruiser, it fits the BMX 
> bars ever so well. BONUS: the Drip Camo colorway is the best!!  
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 11:50:12 AM UTC-6 mrg...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> I just got a ~9L bag that works on both saddle and handlebars that I'm 
>> very happy with. Fits everything I need for a multi hour ride and doesn't 
>> use a ton of space between wheel and saddle loops.
>>
>>
>> https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0bGqkRUiGbnlMH;8B8FC7DD-DE70-4E28-9117-45759EB6E822
>>
>> This one is a Dark Realm TBD bag, but I think the important feature is 
>> that it has a rigid plastic liner that keeps its shape. Lots of bag makers 
>> do similar ones
>>
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Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

['peech1...@yahoo.com' via RBW Owners Bunch]

It's been said already a hundred times I know; but what a beautiful bike. 
 Just outstanding.  For your sake, please steel yourself to that inevitable 
first ding or scratch.  It will happen.  So ride lots and enjoy this 
beautiful and well designed bike.  Beausage baby!

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 2:23:08 AM UTC-6 Joe Bernard wrote:

> I have a new thing to notice now that I think I've recovered from all the 
> custom color touches and can pay attention to the bike as a new Riv model: 
> I really like the 700c wheels on the 55cm Platypus. I don't wish it 
> enough to feel disappointment in my 54.3cm 650b custom low-stepper  - it's 
> a spectacular bicycle I'll always love - but I kinda wish I had gone with 
> the big wheels. They're huge and look really graceful on Leah's bike, Grant 
> really nailed this one 
>
> Joe Bernard 
>
> On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 12:20:58 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding 
> Ding! wrote:
>
>> I’m stepping away from the hand-wringing this thread has become and 
>> instead am posting a photo of my two Rivendells. I picked up the pair at 
>> the LBS yesterday and I felt the happiness brim over the edge of my heart 
>> when I saw them. It’s the first time they’ve been together, as they’ve both 
>> been in the shop opposite of each other until today. I brought the Platypus 
>> with me for one final adjustment (they had my left shifter pointing 
>> vertically at the ground and I had to let go of the bar and wrench the 
>> shifter into compliance; now it’s a proper thumbie as Riv intended) so I 
>> got to see the pair of them on my rack. 
>>
>> Of course it’s much too windy to ride them today (biking in wind is a 
>> punishment, if you ask me), but I can look at them, and that’s not nothing.
>>
>>
>>
>> Sent from my iPad
>>
>> On Dec 2, 2020, at 12:08 PM, masmojo  wrote:
>>
>> I think the polishing on the rims is AFTER the anodizing, to clean up 
>> the braking surface, overall that doesn't sound unreasonable for the extra 
>> charge, it's the base rim charge which seems sorta steep, but I guess they 
>> can get it. Rim brake rims are getting harder to come by especially in 
>> 650B, tubeless 650B rim brake rims are even harder to find, especially in 
>> wider widths.  All in a Good Rim brake rim is gonna be 100 bucks a piece 
>> these days; by contrast I've gotten Carbon Fiber Disc Brake rims for that 
>> or very close to it. As time goes by these Retro builds are getting harder 
>> and more expensive to pull off. I've got a box with 20 threadless stems in 
>> it, but only 2 or 3 quill stems.
>>
>>
>> Yes Leah, I prefer a rear rack too, but as hard as it is to pop my wheel 
>> over an obstacle it's a lot easier on the cargo.  With a rear rack every 
>> time you hit the smallest bump the contents on the back go flying I've lost 
>> so many things that way.even with the bag zipped closed things will find 
>> their way out of the smallest opening.  I rode a rear rack for 20 years on 
>> the back of my XO-1; when I sold it to the new owner he expressed his 
>> desire to take it off and though he finally did, he confessed it was just 
>> about perfect on that bike. But a Portuer rack on the front IS rather 
>> *nice* and possibly a bit more versatile.  Great for basket mounting and 
>> a nice wide platform for carrying stuff.  The main draw back is getting 
>> over the aforementioned obstacles and front wheel flop, but Hey nothing is 
>> perfect!  I have the Rawland Demi-porter on my Rawland. (nice huh?) and a 
>> SOMA on my VO Polyvalent and they are both great. now, many people they 
>> basically use the rear rack as sort of a Seat bag support; OK 
>> understandable, especially if you put heavy stuff in there, but, you could 
>> easily go with a different style of rack entirely, especially if you are 
>> just putting light stuff in there. I think it's the Nitto R-10(?) that has 
>> adjustable side struts that I've seen people run to different (higher) 
>> mounts on the frame back, which is a good compromise. 
>>
>> I've been riding anodized components for almost 40 years and true they *can 
>> fade & do fade*, but it's mostly a problem for bikes left outdoors in 
>> the sun & rain.  Wouldn't last long locked to a pole in NYC, but then your 
>> bike wouldn't be there long enough to worry about it.  If you are worried 
>> about it, I would suggest compensating, by going with a darker color. I 
>> have a bunch of HOT Pink Nipples (get your mind out of the gutter! (*for 
>> spokes*)) and I am sure with time they will fade to a nice rosey pink 
>> color! On a bike that's always stored indoors in a fairly temperature 
>> controlled environment it shouldn't be an issue really. 
>>  
>>
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Re: [RBW] FS winter frameset projects (New): Moonlander XXL, Long Haul Trucker 62cm, Rosco Baby 58cm

[Alex Wirth]

Moonlander is sold

On Wed, Dec 2, 2020 at 11:13 AM Alex Wirth <4824...@gmail.com> wrote:

> **Edit, just realized the headset is not installed on the Rosco
> Baby.and I realized that the seatpost is included.  So headset (Silver
> FSA, not installed) & seatpost (Looks to be a standard Dajia) included,
> same price.
>

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Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

[Joe Bernard]

I have a new thing to notice now that I think I've recovered from all the 
custom color touches and can pay attention to the bike as a new Riv model: 
I really like the 700c wheels on the 55cm Platypus. I don't wish it 
enough to feel disappointment in my 54.3cm 650b custom low-stepper  - it's 
a spectacular bicycle I'll always love - but I kinda wish I had gone with 
the big wheels. They're huge and look really graceful on Leah's bike, Grant 
really nailed this one 

Joe Bernard 

On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 12:20:58 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding 
Ding! wrote:

> I’m stepping away from the hand-wringing this thread has become and 
> instead am posting a photo of my two Rivendells. I picked up the pair at 
> the LBS yesterday and I felt the happiness brim over the edge of my heart 
> when I saw them. It’s the first time they’ve been together, as they’ve both 
> been in the shop opposite of each other until today. I brought the Platypus 
> with me for one final adjustment (they had my left shifter pointing 
> vertically at the ground and I had to let go of the bar and wrench the 
> shifter into compliance; now it’s a proper thumbie as Riv intended) so I 
> got to see the pair of them on my rack. 
>
> Of course it’s much too windy to ride them today (biking in wind is a 
> punishment, if you ask me), but I can look at them, and that’s not nothing.
>
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> On Dec 2, 2020, at 12:08 PM, masmojo  wrote:
>
> I think the polishing on the rims is AFTER the anodizing, to clean up the 
> braking surface, overall that doesn't sound unreasonable for the extra 
> charge, it's the base rim charge which seems sorta steep, but I guess they 
> can get it. Rim brake rims are getting harder to come by especially in 
> 650B, tubeless 650B rim brake rims are even harder to find, especially in 
> wider widths.  All in a Good Rim brake rim is gonna be 100 bucks a piece 
> these days; by contrast I've gotten Carbon Fiber Disc Brake rims for that 
> or very close to it. As time goes by these Retro builds are getting harder 
> and more expensive to pull off. I've got a box with 20 threadless stems in 
> it, but only 2 or 3 quill stems.
>
>
> Yes Leah, I prefer a rear rack too, but as hard as it is to pop my wheel 
> over an obstacle it's a lot easier on the cargo.  With a rear rack every 
> time you hit the smallest bump the contents on the back go flying I've lost 
> so many things that way.even with the bag zipped closed things will find 
> their way out of the smallest opening.  I rode a rear rack for 20 years on 
> the back of my XO-1; when I sold it to the new owner he expressed his 
> desire to take it off and though he finally did, he confessed it was just 
> about perfect on that bike. But a Portuer rack on the front IS rather 
> *nice* and possibly a bit more versatile.  Great for basket mounting and 
> a nice wide platform for carrying stuff.  The main draw back is getting 
> over the aforementioned obstacles and front wheel flop, but Hey nothing is 
> perfect!  I have the Rawland Demi-porter on my Rawland. (nice huh?) and a 
> SOMA on my VO Polyvalent and they are both great. now, many people they 
> basically use the rear rack as sort of a Seat bag support; OK 
> understandable, especially if you put heavy stuff in there, but, you could 
> easily go with a different style of rack entirely, especially if you are 
> just putting light stuff in there. I think it's the Nitto R-10(?) that has 
> adjustable side struts that I've seen people run to different (higher) 
> mounts on the frame back, which is a good compromise. 
>
> I've been riding anodized components for almost 40 years and true they *can 
> fade & do fade*, but it's mostly a problem for bikes left outdoors in the 
> sun & rain.  Wouldn't last long locked to a pole in NYC, but then your bike 
> wouldn't be there long enough to worry about it.  If you are worried about 
> it, I would suggest compensating, by going with a darker color. I have a 
> bunch of HOT Pink Nipples (get your mind out of the gutter! (*for spokes*)) 
> and I am sure with time they will fade to a nice rosey pink color! On a 
> bike that's always stored indoors in a fairly temperature controlled 
> environment it shouldn't be an issue really. 
>  
>
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