[RBW] Re: 1x11 Clem Smith Jr build by Analog: lots of pics and nerd details

[Nancy Seibel]

On Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 4:24:34 PM UTC-4, James / Analog Cycles wrote:
>
> New post up on the Analog Cycles website.  Updates on our w(Right) stem 
> project as well as a recent rad Clem build we did.  1x11 gearing with 11-46 
> rear spread.  Set up as a do everything whip.  What we used to call a 
> Whatevering bike.  Lots of pics and details in the article.  If you have 
> questions, email me.  We're getting ready to move our shop 500 miles north, 
> and too busy to reply to big comment threads! 
>
> https://www.analogcycles.com/2018/04/15/a-1x11-clem-shop-news/
>
>
> 
>
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[RBW] Re: 1x11 Clem Smith Jr build by Analog: lots of pics and nerd details

[Nancy Seibel]

Joe, you're right, I am loving this bike. It's early days yet but Ithe 
first 30-40 miles I spent on it have been a delight. 

Some of you might remember my query a month or so about Clems. It lead to a 
long thread of comments. That was great - it gave me a lot to think about. 
Then came James and Candice's  offer of a reduced price full build on 
existing frames -- and now I'm the happy owner of Clem Jr (which would be a 
Clem L now).

James and I had a thorough conversation prior to finalizing the components. 
Candice did a fantastic job on the build. The components James points out 
in his blog post? Each one of them is great. I'm looking forward to more 
miles together this weekend, when we head out for the Cycle NC Coastal 
Ride. 

On Monday, April 16, 2018 at 1:23:32 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> Nancy is going to love that bike. I had one and agree the color is 
> fabulous. 

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[RBW] Re: New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

[Nancy Seibel]

That was one of the best "how to" videos I've ever seen!!

On Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 12:10:19 AM UTC-4, Scott Blouke wrote:
>
> I like the roadrunner Jammer bag.  Its good as a saddle bag or a handlebar 
> bag, its rackless and has a solid mounting.
> https://roadrunnerbags.us/products/the-jammer-bag  They have a larger one 
> and a lot of colors 
> https://roadrunnerbags.us/blogs/road-runner-bags/colors-of-the-rainbow
>
> On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 3:40:48 PM UTC-7, lambbo wrote:
>>
>> Hi folks, I've been struggling with an *very* important question: how to 
>> carry things on my new (much loved) Roadini.  The bike is set up with 
>> clip-in pedals and I'd like a way to bring some walking shoes and a snack 
>> plus a few small tools etc. with me on long rides. 
>>
>> Anyone have experience with either:
>>
>> Sackville SmallSack, in the back (worried it will hit my thighs and, 
>> despite what I hear, I think that would be annoying)
>> or
>> Swift Industries 'handlebar bag' of some sort, which is smaller seeming 
>> but also has the convenience of a clear top for the phone or map. 
>>
>> Thanks!
>> photo below is old, before ultegra pedals and front der., 
>> the set up is IRD compact double crank, tiagra front and rear der, 48 
>> Noodles, brooks B17 and bar tape, silver shifters (rear, bar-end, front, 
>> downtube), old shimano brakes from old road bike, Jack Browns, and (too few 
>> spokes?) Mavic Askium wheels that the guy who sold me the frame included 
>> for a very generous price. 
>>
>>
>> 
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

[Nancy Seibel]

We're in too! Bought some credits. Now the planning beginswhat to 
purchase later? 

On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:38:03 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier 
wrote:
>
> I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal 
> supporters to purchase store credits of $10 units to help through a cash 
> flow jump. I promptly purchased some credits. I love this company and am 
> happy to help them out. Goodness knows I always find things I want to buy 
> from them. While I was doing this I also got an email with the request. 
>  I’d encourage you all to read your email or visit their website for 
> complete details 
> Chris 
> Who is getting a Roadini to add to the collection

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Nice to hear this, Jay!

On Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 10:34:06 PM UTC-5, Jay Connolly wrote:
>
> I use my big Clem L (64cm) as a run-around bike for very local errands. I 
> absolutely love the bike. It's a joy to ride.
>
> Jay
>
> On Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 2:56:42 PM UTC-8, Nancy Seibel wrote:
>>
>> Hi, there, I'm seriously thinking of buying a Clem L (I know...that's how 
>> it starts) and wanted to hear from those of you have ridden this bike. What 
>> do you like about it? Any dislikes? How is it on hilly routes? What about 
>> long rides - defined as 30-60+ miles?
>>
>> I test rode one for a short spin around town and loved it. But would I 
>> Iove it in hilly Baltimore County MD, on a century or out for a multi-day 
>> tour?
>>
>> Thanks in advance for your comments!
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Correct, Mark! 

On Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 3:23:17 PM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>
> $1,300. Crazy deal. But too big for Nancy.
>
> On Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 12:17:55 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>>
>> Grant's Bike Of The Week Clem L is $1500 now. I can't believe no one's 
>> snapped it up yet. 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

I'm sure someone will! The ones I see on sale are the bigger frames. :)

On Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 12:17:55 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> Grant's Bike Of The Week Clem L is $1500 now. I can't believe no one's 
> snapped it up yet. 

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Thanks, Jonathan, for the feedback. Appreciate it.

On Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 9:22:26 AM UTC-5, Jonathan D. wrote:
>
> I think the Clem L is a unique bike that could easily be taken long 
> distances. My wife has one and loves it. If you can test ride the bike it 
> might also be worth trying a Sam Hillborne. The Sam might be better for 
> 100K rides but both are great bikes. 

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Thanks, Ash!


On Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 1:39:51 AM UTC-5, Ash wrote:
>
> I have a 2017 Appaloosa.  Clem L and Appa are similar bikes, IMO.  Based 
> on my experience, I would say it quite suitable for 60-mile rides.  It 
> would NOT be a good choice if speed is what you are going for.  Very good 
> choice if enjoying the scenery, being able to carry some stuff for the trip 
> with ease and comfort are what you want.  
>   
> I only started biking 2-3 years ago.  My biking muscles are not all that 
> trained.  Still, a 52 mile trip that involved 2800 ft climbing did not feel 
> too hard on Appaloosa. It was 95+ degrees that day.  I had carried at least 
> 20 lbs cargo including extra water bottles.  Looking back, I wouldn't even 
> attempt a trip like that on any of the road bikes I had owned before.  It 
> might take an hour less.  But I know those bikes won't be comfortable 
> enough to get much enjoyment out of the ride.  Last summer I also biked Mt 
> Diablo (close 3k ft climb, I think) on Appa.
>
> It did take some trial and error with handlebars, stem length/height 
> adjustments and saddles   before it became fully comfortable for long 
> rides.  (which is probably the case with any bike).
>
> During the winter I have made more tweaks to improve ergonomics (mostly to 
> the cockpit).  Now I feel like I can enjoyably ride it all day (at my pace) 
> for multiple days.  Looking forward to at lease one such ride this summer.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Ash
>
>
>
> On Saturday, 10 February 2018 14:56:42 UTC-8, Nancy Seibel wrote:
>>
>> Hi, there, I'm seriously thinking of buying a Clem L (I know...that's how 
>> it starts) and wanted to hear from those of you have ridden this bike. What 
>> do you like about it? Any dislikes? How is it on hilly routes? What about 
>> long rides - defined as 30-60+ miles?
>>
>> I test rode one for a short spin around town and loved it. But would I 
>> Iove it in hilly Baltimore County MD, on a century or out for a multi-day 
>> tour?
>>
>> Thanks in advance for your comments!
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Thanks Mark - I enjoyed the review and it's good additional input.

On Monday, February 12, 2018 at 6:06:35 PM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>
>
> A review from Velouria at Lovely Bicycle included this paragraph:
>
> *In both aesthetics and feel the Clementine reminds me most of a certain 
> type of German and Austrian utility bike that had been around for decades 
> through maybe the early 1990s. While clunky in stature and most commonly 
> used as city bikes, these types of bicycles were also surprisingly good 
> over long distances and over unpaved terrain. They were not designed for 
> sport, but for casual - yet, potentially endless - cycling. It is the idea 
> of precisely this kind of cycling that first attracted me to bicycles.*
>
> And another salient paragraph:
> *The Rivendell Clementine is not a performance bicycle. It does not 
> achieve its ease of travel by means of light tubing, aggressive 
> positioning, or racy handling. In fact, it is a rather massive, and 
> obscenely relaxed machine. Riding it down the road, I feel remarkably at 
> ease. I want to be wearing dresses, fluttery clothing, flimsy footwear - 
> and often I do. I want to meander endlessly. Yet despite this, the bike 
> eats up miles. And I am left with the impression of getting to my 
> destination quickly, without that tedious feel that long milage often 
> begins to take on for me, when riding an upright bike.*
>
> This was not what she considered a full on review, but IIRC, her initial 
> impressions stuck. It is very similar to what I wrote about my experience 
> with the bicycle. I also left several comments on this post at Lovely 
> Bicycle (under the name "M"--my google id and the result of hitting the 
> button before my profile was complete.)Fundamentally, it can do whatever 
> you ask of it. I think it comes down to, what your attitude is about the 
> rides you want to do with it. Of course you can get a sportier bike to 
> ride--and you already have that. The Clementine is a perfect second 
> bicycle. It can do everything your current bike can, plus a ton more. I 
> wish Rivendell still had the Clem brochure pdf up on the website.
>
> Full review here:
>
>
> http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/2016/09/clementine-belated-befuddled-bedazzled.html
>   
> 
>
>
>
> 
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Good points, Tom and true, I have found among different bikes I own/have 
owned, minimal differences in my speed, though noticeable differences in 
what I can lift and maneuver readily when that has to be done. I too would 
say failings in regards to riding are generally my own, not the bike's! :). 
Would love to know how you fare with the Clem in Baltimore County! 

On Monday, February 12, 2018 at 3:20:59 PM UTC-5, Tom Horton wrote:
>
> hi nancy, I've ridden those hilly baltimore valleys a good deal, on a 
> custom titanium serotta and on a fendered, touring racked big (68cm) 
> atlantis, and the difference isn't as much as you'd think. last year we 
> encountered some hills in quebec that were defeating my sixtyish band of 
> cyclists and we took our bags off and stashed them in the woods, shedding 
> maybe 15-20 pounds; and again it just didn't help that much. my point I 
> guess is that weight doesn't matter as much as we think. just got a 64 cm 
> clem L and maybe in next month or two I can report how that manages in 
> baltimore county. strongly suspect any failings will be the rider, not the 
> clem.  tom horton
>
> On Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 5:56:42 PM UTC-5, Nancy Seibel wrote:
>>
>> Hi, there, I'm seriously thinking of buying a Clem L (I know...that's how 
>> it starts) and wanted to hear from those of you have ridden this bike. What 
>> do you like about it? Any dislikes? How is it on hilly routes? What about 
>> long rides - defined as 30-60+ miles?
>>
>> I test rode one for a short spin around town and loved it. But would I 
>> Iove it in hilly Baltimore County MD, on a century or out for a multi-day 
>> tour?
>>
>> Thanks in advance for your comments!
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Thanks for these thoughts! 


On Monday, February 12, 2018 at 10:21:38 AM UTC-5, masmojo wrote:
>
> I think I have to agree with Joe, I have a Clementine  (Clem L) & I have 
> never had a problem riding it whatever distance, BUT would it be a suitable 
> choice for 100 miles or multi day ride!? No, I  don't think so. Sure you 
> could do it & if you had one; I wouldn't discourage you from trying; now on 
> the other hand if you were buying a new bike just for such a purpose then 
> I'd suggest to the Joe Appaloosa. The Clem is heavy & big and under my 
> 240lbs pretty flexy. I love it for going to the grocery store or slow 
> meandering. 
> It climbs OK, but you definitely feel the heft of it; on the other hand my 
> Atlantis makes light of any sort of uphill & makes climbing hills as close 
> to fun as is possible I guess. 
> The difference in speed is really negligible, but noticeable. Example on 
> my 14mile commute home from work I might average 10.9mph on the Atlantis, 
> but only 10.4 on the Clementine, but over 14 miles it adds up! No problem 
> if you are not in a hurry, but when it's really cold or Hot outside, its 
> nice to be able to trim the time if necessary.

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Thanks, Patrick! This is helpful.

On Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 12:29:54 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Hey Joe. I’m unsure to whom you are responding, but in the event it is me 
> and my suggestion to be sure and talk with Grant and Co. at Rivendell, I 
> may not have been as clear as I could have been. I did not mean to imply 
> she shouldn’t ask here. I was celebrating my own experience (and from what 
> I’ve seen here, many of our expereinces) in the reality that Rivendell 
> customer care is very different from many places one might go to buy a 
> bike. Rivendell will guide you to a bike to match what you are looking for, 
> without upselling, or shoving you into something that isn’t right for you 
> just because it’s what they offer. 
>
> Nancy, it’s well worth pointing out that Rivendell bikes have a very large 
> range of what they can do and do well. I own two, a Hunqapillar (focus: off 
> road, bikepacking, hauling, touring) on one end of the spectrum, and a 
> Quickbeam (focus: singlespeed go fast country bike). I’ve done century 
> rides in the mountains on both. My personal suggestion is get the 
> Clementine. You’ll love it and learn a lot. If that leads to you wanting a 
> go fast Rivendell — well, there are far worse problems to have! Grin. 
>
> With abandon, 
> Patrick

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

This is very helpful. Thank you. I really appreciate hearing the pros as 
well as any cautions about what the Clem L is less well suited for.


On Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 11:03:33 AM UTC-5, Valerie Yates wrote:
>
> I didn't mean to delete my last message. It looked like it was posted 
> twice and I wanted to delete the duplicate.  I am going to try and repeat 
> what I said and I'm sorry if that means that people who receive this by 
> email get it twice.
>
> I love my Clem H for long, solo rides on uncertain road surfaces. It feels 
> lively, sturdy, and comfortable.The views with upright bars are amazing. 
> The gearing is suitable for hills. I would happily choose it for multi-day 
> tours or self-supported century rides. I would not choose it for rides with 
> friends who like to ride fast or for organized century rides, because these 
> typically have time-frames that are not ideal for Clem riding. I would 
> hesitate to choose Clem if you plan to take your bike on public 
> transportation or up and down narrow stairs.  I have an Appaloosa as well 
> and I would say the same things about it. It is perhaps a bit more nimble 
> than my Clem but I would not consider it as noticeably better in the areas 
> where Clem is not optimal.  Both are great, fun, comfortable bikes that 
> suit a wide variety of riding conditions. But if you want a bike to keep up 
> with friends on lightweight, drop-bar road bikes, I would choose something 
> else. I like to ride the Clem when I don't need to be somewhere at a 
> particular time. It is not that the bike is slow. It is fun to ride when I 
> have time to enjoy the scenery and terrain. 
>
> Val in Boulder, CO
>
>
>
>
>
> On Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 3:56:42 PM UTC-7, Nancy Seibel wrote:
>>
>> Hi, there, I'm seriously thinking of buying a Clem L (I know...that's how 
>> it starts) and wanted to hear from those of you have ridden this bike. What 
>> do you like about it? Any dislikes? How is it on hilly routes? What about 
>> long rides - defined as 30-60+ miles?
>>
>> I test rode one for a short spin around town and loved it. But would I 
>> Iove it in hilly Baltimore County MD, on a century or out for a multi-day 
>> tour?
>>
>> Thanks in advance for your comments!
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Thanks for this helpful review.  Good point about the versatility of Clem 
L. 

On Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 10:41:37 AM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
wrote:
>
> Hi Nancy, 
>
> I have a little Clem H AND Clem L experience as my husband and his mother 
> have one of each. I've ridden his Clem H when my Betty Foy was in the shop 
> for repairs. While I haven't ridden it for 30 milers, I have ridden it up a 
> gigantic hill, which I think was part of your inquiry. My Betty Foy (modern 
> equivalent is the Cheviot Joe Bernard mentioned) gets up that hill every 
> day, no issues. When I took the stouter Clem H, I am happy to report I 
> noticed no extra difficulty. My MIL has the Clem L, and I've ridden that 
> around lake country, which isn't hill country, but I always felt like I 
> could go forever on her bike. That's saying a lot - because I feel like my 
> bike, the BF, is an extension of ME. I am 100% comfortable and any other 
> bike feels foreign to me. However, both those Clems felt comfortable, 
> completely comfortable, in different ways I'm not sure I have words for. I 
> vote for the Clem L because I see it as more versatile with that low top 
> tube. Want to wear a dress? No problem. Want to haul a huge load on the 
> rear rack but don't want to have to swing your leg over it? Clem L! 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

It always is helpful to me to weigh my own experience against others'  with 
a decision like this one. Sometimes going with "you already love it" lands 
me in the position of buying something I thought would be great...only to 
realize it didn't live up to expectations! So I'm hoping to moderate that 
love with well rounded input from the group. I'm getting that, and very 
appreciative of it! Thanks!

On Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 7:56:21 AM UTC-5, Garth wrote:
>
> Nope, I don't own a Clem.  Yes, I have wondered the same thing , how 
> "would" I like it for longer rides ?   I don't know , I'm not a fortune 
> teller.  
>
>
> I see absolutely no reason why not. Each and every rider, bike and ride is 
> UNIQUE , incomparable.  You can compare all you like, but what's the point 
> ? Comparing with other comparisons, based on other comparisons, based on 
> still more comparisons , and on and on ?  Do you see the nonsense in that ? 
>  Yeah, what would be the point ? To spoil this moment with what coulda 
> woulda and shoulda been based on an endless string of comparisons ?   Blhah 
> !Well heck, what about now, here, right here and now, in which there is 
> no comparison ? !!!   
>
> Yeah ...  just get the Clem, any Clem.   You would not be desiring it if 
> you didn't already love it.  
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Thank you!

On Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 9:54:31 AM UTC-5, Davey Two Shoes wrote:
>
> The clem is a great bike capable of almost anything but it prefers to be 
> treated as a diesel engine work horse. I'd look for something more lively 
> and encouraging for those longer rides. Good luck!

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

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On Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 7:56:21 AM UTC-5, Garth wrote:
>
> Nope, I don't own a Clem.  Yes, I have wondered the same thing , how 
> "would" I like it for longer rides ?   I don't know , I'm not a fortune 
> teller.  
>
>
> I see absolutely no reason why not. Each and every rider, bike and ride is 
> UNIQUE , incomparable.  You can compare all you like, but what's the point 
> ? Comparing with other comparisons, based on other comparisons, based on 
> still more comparisons , and on and on ?  Do you see the nonsense in that ? 
>  Yeah, what would be the point ? To spoil this moment with what coulda 
> woulda and shoulda been based on an endless string of comparisons ?   Blhah 
> !Well heck, what about now, here, right here and now, in which there is 
> no comparison ? !!!   
>
> Yeah ...  just get the Clem, any Clem.   You would not be desiring it if 
> you didn't already love it.  
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Joe, thanks. It's helpful to hear of your experiences. I knew there would 
be a variety in the responses! That gives me more to go on as I think this 
over. 

On Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 9:25:09 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> I owned one and loved it, but it wouldn't be my first choice of Rivbike 
> for the longer hilly rides you're proposing. It's a but heavy and sluggish 
> compared to the Cheviot I replaced it with. For me this wasn't a deal 
> breaker for the type of town cruising I usually do, but I'd want something 
> a little zippier for 60 miles or a century. Also, there was some flex in my 
> 52cm frame due, I presume, to it being such a long bike without a toptube. 
> It didn't bother me, but it's noticeable. 

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[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Thanks, Mark! Very helpful to read these experiences and thoughts. I'n not 
an "A" club rider :) and do own a lighter, drop-bar bike that I'd be 
keeping. I think the 2 would be good companions. 

On Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 7:47:51 PM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>
> Hi Nancy. I think your initial impressions would carry over into longer, 
> hillier rides for the most part. I have never done a century or a multi day 
> tour on my Clementine, aka Clem L, but I could certainly imagine doing so 
> without any issues. The complete Clems come with a gearing range that 
> should allow you to tackle just about any hill--I rode to the top of Mt. 
> Beacon here on a steep fire road with no problem.
>
>  And as long as you are okay with more upright style bars for long rides, 
> there should be no reason you can't do them on a Clem, since the bike is 
> built for comfort but is more athletic and sporty than the bikes sometimes 
> billed as comfort bikes in the stores. The only possible reservation I 
> might have is if you were an "A" club rider intent on doing a fast timed 
> kind of century, as the bike, while perfectly capable of high cruising 
> speeds, is not a machine that seeks to eke out every last watt your body 
> has to offer. I don't get the sense that is the kind of riding you are 
> after, so I would say you are good. I don't do tours, but I know of at 
> least one person on the list who went touring on a Clem and. IIRC.,  the 
> bike performed beyond her expectations. It also has the benefit of all 
> kinds of braze-ons for racks. For rides in the 30-60 mile range, I take 
> drop bar bikes, but that is mostly habit. If the Clem were my only bike, I 
> have no doubt it would be just fine with those kinds of rides. The Clem L 
> is a really great do it all bicycle and can definitely handle the grades 
> and distances,
>
> On Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 5:56:42 PM UTC-5, Nancy Seibel wrote:
>>
>> Hi, there, I'm seriously thinking of buying a Clem L (I know...that's how 
>> it starts) and wanted to hear from those of you have ridden this bike. What 
>> do you like about it? Any dislikes? How is it on hilly routes? What about 
>> long rides - defined as 30-60+ miles?
>>
>> I test rode one for a short spin around town and loved it. But would I 
>> Iove it in hilly Baltimore County MD, on a century or out for a multi-day 
>> tour?
>>
>> Thanks in advance for your comments!
>>
>

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[RBW] Experiences with Clem L or H

[Nancy Seibel]

Hi, there, I'm seriously thinking of buying a Clem L (I know...that's how 
it starts) and wanted to hear from those of you have ridden this bike. What 
do you like about it? Any dislikes? How is it on hilly routes? What about 
long rides - defined as 30-60+ miles?

I test rode one for a short spin around town and loved it. But would I Iove 
it in hilly Baltimore County MD, on a century or out for a multi-day tour?

Thanks in advance for your comments!

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[RBW] Wool Fire Sale! (Arm Warmers and Shirts/Jersey)

[Nancy Seibel]

Jenny I'm interested in the small long sleeve Patagonia shirt. I live in 
Catonsville and could probably come pick it up from you.

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[RBW] Re: Swift basket bag

[Nancy Seibel]

Get it! Versatile, light, holds a lot, easy to get in & out of basket. In a 
real rain water can get in around the zipper. It's always on my bike. I 
haven't been carrying stuff in it that would be damaged by rain, but if I 
did, I'd put it in a ziplock or dry bag.

On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 8:22:15 AM UTC-4, Carla Waugh wrote:
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> Thoughts? I'm thinking about getting one.

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[RBW] Re: New Clem-L Bike Day

[Nancy Seibel]

Nice! I gave one of these a test ride at Gravel & Grind. I was impressed. 
It's a great bike!

On Sunday, August 14, 2016 at 7:10:23 PM UTC-4, LLM wrote:
>
> The Clem-L Complete that I pre-ordered back in April, arrived this past 
> Friday.  (Happy dance!!)  The photo was taken today during my first grocery 
> run with the bike.  The approximately 11-mile round trip is my longest ride 
> to date since a 2-year disability layoff from cycling, and recent hip 
> replacements.  The low gearing covered for my still low levels of fitness 
> and aerobic capacity, as I huffed and puffed across the rolling hills of 
> Albany, NY.  If it had not been in the 90's with oppressively high 
> humidity, I could have gone further.  Aside from the thumb shifters, which 
> I am still figuring out how to use well, riding the bike is easy and fun.
>
>
> 
> I added the "requisite" Mark's Rack with a Wald medium basket and medium 
> Sackville ShopSack. The AXE Victory frame lock (recently added to the Riv 
> site) fits easily over the P65 fenders.  I like not having to fumble with a 
> u-lock.  I've stowed a cable lock in the Sackville Multisack for securing 
> the front wheel and frame to bike racks. The gum grips are by Rustine, and 
> bell by Spurcycle.  I usually ride Brooks saddles, and I have a B67S that I 
> thought I would put on the bike.  However, I'm finding the stock saddle to 
> be pretty comfortable, at least for short hops, and for now, I like not 
> having to worry about rain falling on leather.  I have a Pletscher Clem 
> rack in the wings that I will add at some point.  I'll probably also swap 
> in the nice Wellgo platform pedals from my Surly.  For now, the bike has 
> all I need.
>
> My early impression is that the bike is going to be perfect for me!
>
> Linda
>

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[RBW] Gravel & Grind's First Annual Rivendell + Bridgestone Owners Bunch Coffee Ride and Social

[Nancy Seibel]

Maryland and DC area folks, take note!

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[RBW] Re: FS: Bags for your cycling adventures

[Nancy Seibel]

Update. All 3 bags sold! 

On Sunday, June 21, 2015 at 8:19:18 PM UTC-4, Nancy Seibel wrote:

 All prices include shipping. From newest to oldest. Each has some signs of 
 use/fading. All are in great shape. The Swift bag shows the least signs of 
 wear. Selling them because over time they're not quite working out for me - 
 they deserve to move on to new homes. 

 Here's a link to photos 
 https://www.dropbox.com/sc/fp9gc7eiym94i56/AACMQfB2vUprcef9Khndabzla

 1. Velo Orange Croissant Saddle Bag - $35 -Black canvas, tan leather trim, 
 with stiffener
 2. Swift Zeitgeist Saddlebag - $75. Gray body, yellow pockets. Cordura. 
 With dowel. You'll need to get a Bagman QR rack for this bag. 
 3. Sackville Saddlesack Small - $85 Green canvas, tan leather trim.

 Email me if you're interested. 


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[RBW] Re: A flat? Really?

[Nancy Seibel]

Glad you had a great ride, even with the flat. Hope the flat was just a 
fluke!


On Sunday, June 21, 2015 at 12:04:56 PM UTC-4, Andy Williams wrote:


 After about three years, tons of miles and finally some cracks in them, I 
 replaced with Schwalbe Marathons with Soma Xpress tires on the Bleriot, and 
 was treated to a smoother ride.  But, about 80 miles into a club ride 
 http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8050062 yesterday, I noticed my front 
 tire was getting squishy and had a slow leak.  That's the first one of 
 those in several years!   

 Thankfully, I remembered what to do, following the Scout motto, being 
 prepared.

 Pictures prove https://www.flickr.com/photos/awilliams53/18835712840/ 
 it was a great day to ride with the Cascade Bike Club.

 Andy


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[RBW] FS: Bags for your cycling adventures

[Nancy Seibel]

All prices include shipping. From newest to oldest. Each has some signs of 
use/fading. All are in great shape. The Swift bag shows the least signs of 
wear. Selling them because over time they're not quite working out for me - 
they deserve to move on to new homes. 

Here's a link to 
photos https://www.dropbox.com/sc/fp9gc7eiym94i56/AACMQfB2vUprcef9Khndabzla

1. Velo Orange Croissant Saddle Bag - $35 -Black canvas, tan leather trim, 
with stiffener
2. Swift Zeitgeist Saddlebag - $75. Gray body, yellow pockets. Cordura. 
With dowel. You'll need to get a Bagman QR rack for this bag. 
3. Sackville Saddlesack Small - $85 Green canvas, tan leather trim.

Email me if you're interested. 

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[RBW] Re: What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).

[Nancy Seibel]

I use Salomon women's XR mission running/trail shoes.

On Monday, April 27, 2015 at 8:39:17 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote:

 What do you all use? 
 Looking for something so I don't feel my rat raps through the soles. 
 Been using sneakers but feet getting a little sore on longer rides.

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[RBW] Re: FS Pletscher ESGE double kickstand $16, shipping included

[Nancy Seibel]

On Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 6:32:44 PM UTC-4, Nancy Seibel wrote:

Sold! It went quickly. 


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1xT7NlgAS60/VUAHg_jL9MI/E8Q/Yqdb4eH_UGs/s1600/pletscher%2Bparts.jpg


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-anM8lyA_5MI/VUAHfhVFmSI/E8Q/V5UdLbI_L5E/s1600/Pletscher%2Btwin%2Bkickstand.jpg


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UYhZTp9lzDA/VUAHhB7VVHI/E8Q/EjyxEfW2hUs/s1600/rust%2Band%2Bwear%2Bon%2Bends%2Bof%2Bkickstand.jpg


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-v7WvLzbiURQ/VUAHfmgwsTI/E8Q/jx1GSaVQ67M/s1600/a%2Bbit%2Bof%2Brust.jpg
  A 2-year old sturdy Pletscher kickstand with all parts present and 
 accounted for. A little rust and signs of wear, as per the photos. It's 
 working fine. I just decided it's time for it to find a new home. Email me 
 if you'd like it to be yours. I priced it at half of what a new one is 
 going for on e-bay, once shipping is added in. 


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[RBW] FS Pletscher ESGE double kickstand $16, shipping included

[Nancy Seibel]

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1xT7NlgAS60/VUAHg_jL9MI/E8Q/Yqdb4eH_UGs/s1600/pletscher%2Bparts.jpg

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-anM8lyA_5MI/VUAHfhVFmSI/E8Q/V5UdLbI_L5E/s1600/Pletscher%2Btwin%2Bkickstand.jpg

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UYhZTp9lzDA/VUAHhB7VVHI/E8Q/EjyxEfW2hUs/s1600/rust%2Band%2Bwear%2Bon%2Bends%2Bof%2Bkickstand.jpg

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-v7WvLzbiURQ/VUAHfmgwsTI/E8Q/jx1GSaVQ67M/s1600/a%2Bbit%2Bof%2Brust.jpg
 A 2-year old sturdy Pletscher kickstand with all parts present and 
accounted for. A little rust and signs of wear, as per the photos. It's 
working fine. I just decided it's time for it to find a new home. Email me 
if you'd like it to be yours. I priced it at half of what a new one is 
going for on e-bay, once shipping is added in. 

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[RBW] Re: Top 10 Things Not To Eat While Cycling

[Nancy Seibel]

Love the silliness and how the two cyclists kept cracking up!

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[RBW] Re: Sykesville, MD 30-miler on Sam today.

[Nancy Seibel]

Hi Michael - many thanks  for the route info. Looks great! You even 
indicated where the killer hill is, so I can mentally prepare for it. :) 
John (also in this Riv group) and I will want to try it out one day. He 
patiently accommodates my slowish pace. If that wouldn't bother you too 
much I'd be happy to see if we can arrange to do the ride with sometime 
soon. 


On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 1:38:09 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote:

 Hi Nancy,

 From Catonsville, you could take Frederick Road through Ellicott City, 
 then stay on Frederick and pick up my Route at:

 Right turn onto Centennial Lane (turns into Bethany Lane after you cross 
 over Rt. 40
 Left turn onto Rt. 99
 Right turn onto Sykesville Rd. (Rt. 32)
 Left onto West Friendship
 tunr into:
 1s Ave/Main Street Sykesville.
 Just keep going straight and it turns into Spout Hill Rd. with the big 
 climb that ends at
 Right turn onto 3rd Ave
 Right turn onto Springfield (watch your speed as this downhill ends 
 abruptly at T intersection)
 Left onto Main, and back out to West Friendship and go back home the same 
 way.

 If you want to ride it and want company let me know and I will happily 
 join. It is a fun, but hilly ride.
 Shoulders on 99 and Sykesville Rd, are wide and nice. Bethany Lane doesn't 
 have much shoulders, but it is short and gets you to 99 quickly.
 If you want less miles, you could always park at Centennial Lake in 
 Ellicott City and ride Centennial lane up to Bethany Lane and go from there.

 Here it is but without the right turn onto 3rd Ave and Springfield.

 https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Catonsville,+MDdaddr=39.2777149,-76.8606282+to:39.3074167,-76.8691579+to:39.3170305,-76.9015447+to:Spout+Hill+Rdhl=enll=39.307605,-76.864815spn=0.083015,0.198269sll=39.373173,-76.970751sspn=0.005184,0.012392geocode=FXM-VwId9Clt-ylNjA7JPRzIiTGNcyTcDrP1IQ%3BFZJUVwIdLDNr-ymVhGCEsiHIiTEtTIujZ6W3uw%3BFZjIVwId2xFr-ynnKf4qgyHIiTE7dAniwcv8Ww%3BFSbuVwIdWJNq-yllBMe0XiHIiTGrZpnoVOlK6w%3BFVjPWAIdXntp-wt=hgl=usdirflg=bmra=dmemrsp=4sz=17via=1,2,3z=13lci=bike


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[RBW] Re: Sykesville, MD 30-miler on Sam today.

[Nancy Seibel]

Michael

We live in Catonsville  would love to know the route you used! Thanks for 
this report on the experience.

On Sunday, January 12, 2014 10:49:37 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote:

 40’s. A little Windy. Long Johns, MUSApants, cycling shorts, wool shirt 
 layer, mock turtleneck, winter gloves, hood, helmet...felt great. Someone 
 here told me to try not wearing a shell in the cold to prevent sweating and 
 just layer up. It works!! I have been riding in just layers of any material 
 and it seems to work good. Somehow I find that cotton long johns keep me 
 warmer than wool baselayers.
 Ellicott City to Sykesville and back.
 Rolling hills pretty much whole way. Like a roller coaster through small 
 farms and also farmland that have new developments built on them.
 Tough riding (to me) but good and fun training for rolling terrain 
 rides. The route I took had great shoulders. The roads looked like ribbons 
 that stretched out ahead of you rising up and down and up and down off in 
 the distance. Cloudy and dim afternoon light.
 Sykesville was cool to see. Its an old Main Street type town with old 
 stone structures and a railroad depot and shoppes. I wanted to take a pic 
 of the life sized bicycle planter I have seen there on the sidewalk before, 
 but it wasn't there today. Maybe the shoppe was closed today. Apologies for 
 my lame description of Sykesville. I don't know much about it. Probably 
 others here are familiar. And they can tell you that:
 Spout Hill Rd. in Sykesville has a 3 or 4 tiered hill section that is very 
 steep and tough. But ends in a nice sweeping  and relaxing 3rd avenue and 
 Springfield Rd downhills that circle around back to Main Street.
 The way back home from Sykesville felt much easier for some reason. I 
 started really enjoying the ride when I got to Sykesville and stopped 
 worrying about my slow speed. Earlier on, I was getting discouraged at my 
 slowness and difficulty riding all those hills. Of course, losing 10 lbs. 
 would help. Ha ha!
  I thank God that my legs are not hurting anymore. Everything felt great 
 on the Sam today. I am so thankful that I am ok and didn't hurt myself on 
 my last ride I reported where I had some serious leg pain during the ride.
 Here is a shot of the back of the depot...


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Re: [RBW] Wool socks

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Darn Tough socks, made in Vermont. They are great and come with a lifetime 
guarantee.

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[RBW] Re: Faster Fat Tires

[Nancy Seibel]

Love my Grand Bois 650's. Comfortable, fast, no flats as yet on them or on 
the more used (so far) 26 Compass' on my touring bike. If you go with the 
Soma Xpress please let us know how you like them. 

On Wednesday, August 28, 2013 1:53:50 PM UTC-4, Johnny Alien wrote:

 So Rivendell gave me Conti Tour tires on my new Sam. While they are OK 
 they definitely are sluggish compared to other tires I have used. I would 
 like to stay with a fatter tire on this bike but would like something a 
 little swifter. It doesn't really need to be road racer fast or anything 
 but something designed to be a little faster would be nice. My restrictions 
 are that I need a 650B tire and I would prefer to get ones that are all 
 black. I am flexible with the second one. Are Pari Motos my main choice? 
 Are they strong enough for occasional rail to trail use?  If possible I 
 would like to stay that wide or wider. Any suggestions?

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[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH

[Nancy Seibel]

Diane I'm a member of the Vertically Challenged Cyclists Club too, so I know 
the challenges of small frames and the thrill of finding a good fit. The AHH is 
a beauty.
Cecily, any comments on Soma Xpress' puncture resistance and on how long 
they're expected to last?

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[RBW] WTB - 47 cm Betty Foy

[Nancy Seibel]

If you have one you're not using, let me know! I'll give it a good home. 

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[RBW] Re: WTB - Albatross Bars and Brooks B68 or Champion flyer

[Nancy Seibel]

Hi Chris - if your friend still needs albatross bars I have them! She could 
have them for $50+shipping.

On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 9:02:38 AM UTC-7, Chris wrote:

 I am helping a friend with a build and she is looking to purchase either 
 of both of these items. I thought i would give the forum a shot! Thanks

 Chris


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[RBW] FS: Sackville Small Trunksack, Large Trunksacks, Toursack

[Nancy Seibel]

These terrific bags are looking for a new home. Bought them in 2009. They 
are olive waxed canvas. The Trunksacks have the normal fading that comes 
with use along with some curling of the leather flaps. They're in great 
shape, with all fasteners and zippers intact. The panniers have seen less 
use and are in nearly-new condition, with a spare set of attachment cords. 
You can buy the bags together or separately; I prefer to sell all 3 
together. Price includes shipping.

Small Trunksack - 56.00
Large Trunksack- 60.00
Toursack - $160

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