[RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

2023-12-03 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
The seat stay bridge. The dropouts. 奈 Pretty rad. I can't wait to hear ride comparisons between this and the Legolas. Admittedly, I've been mentally dithering on re-raking my Legolas fork to make it chill out just a little bit and be possibly make it ride more like your canti-roadeo... but I wouldn't want to risk it's beautiful paint job in the process.  You have a brake choice in mind already? Sent from my iPhoneOn Dec 3, 2023, at 8:06 AM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:Here is the Flickr album where I will post my photos.  https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/albums/72177720313109003/There are several shots of the raw frame set in there now.  BL in ECOn Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 7:13:08 AM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote:I absolutely will be hoping for RivSister approval of my color way.  In my convo with Grant, he asked to photograph a number of the projects I've been working on or recently completed, like he may Blagh about it, and since this Canti-Roa is a relatively unique thing, I was going to give them first shot at the actual reveal.  Bill LindsayEl Cerrito, CaOn Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 5:17:12 AM UTC-8 sarahlik...@gmail.com wrote:I love seeing someone else's bike dream fulfilled! Congratulations on your new bike day and what color did you paint your bike??! (I promise you all your RivSisters want to know...) On Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 8:19:18 PM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote:Since starting this thread, I did spring for a fancy new wheel set that I'm pretty excited about.  I like the people and products at HED, and I appreciate their vestigial commitment to rim brakes.  They offer a premier rim treatment called RA black.  The rim is machined rough, and then hard anodized to give a super high friction braking surface.  It's supposed to be premier braking, and I'm excited to try it out.  Mocking up the weights of things, I may be able to pull in a full build at 18.5 pounds without rack and fenders, and maybe (just maybe) at 19.99lbs with rack and fenders.  We'll see how it turns out...  it will not be red. BL in ECOn Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 9:23:07 AM UTC-8 Ryan wrote:Can hardly wait to see it built up! Long wait but worth it I'm sure On Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 9:57:15 AM UTC-6 George Schick wrote:You gonna stick with the default red/white Roadeo color scheme or choose something else?On Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 8:45:33 AM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote:...and 20 months later, it has arrived!  Rivendell received my Cantilever Roadeo from Nobilette this week, and it's off to paint.  I paid them a visit and gave it a look over.  It looks very nice and I'm eager to see it painted, and built up.  On my visit I had a very nice chat with Grant about various things, and a few of the familiar old faces were there, so it was a pleasant visit all around.  Bill LindsayEl Cerrito, CAOn Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 11:15:17 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote:JohnI will definitely run my current Roadeo wheelsets.  27mm tubulars.  Rene Herse Stampede Pass (622-32) and Bon Jon Pass (622-35).  For kicks I'll probably check how Barlow Passes look on the bike (622-38).  I don't plan on using fenders.  I plan on being able to use fenders.  I don't have a width or model in mind at the moment.  I am considering using Rene Herse Cantilevers.  Those brakes are super light, super minimalist, and very not-adjustable.  My opinion is that they can only work great when a master builder builds the frame and fork with those brakes in mind.  Weigle and Nobilette are the two who I'd trust to execute that, because both have done it dozens of times.  I expect to take delivery about a year from now.  Nobilette's queue is indeed deep, and it contains other Roadeos, Riv customs, and Nobilettes.  I'm happy that Nobilette has the steady work, and hope he is charging what he needs to keep the lights on.  I was happy to pay the price I've paid.  Bill LindsayEl Cerrito, CAOn Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 9:41:52 AM UTC-7 John Hawrylak wrote:BillThe canti-roadeo sounds great and I wish you the best of luck with it.  The rear brake bridge is smart idea for canti's or CPs.  Well worth the cost to eliminates the cable hanger and all of it's problems.   I'd vote for red with cream head tube, just think a darker main color looks best.4 questionsWhat size tire will you use??Sounds like you plan on using fenders.   What width are you planning on??What brakes do you plan on using??What is the lead time??   I thought the last Blaugh talked about closing the custom order book for a time and then starting again something like 1 year laterJohn HawrylakWoodstown NJOn Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 6:12:10 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote:Toshi and Matt asked whether my new frameset will be a Roadeo or a Rivendell CustomYes, it's a Roadeo.  It is priced like a Roadeo, will have Roadeo graphics, and is not a custom.  I went to rivbike.com, put a 59cm Roadeo in my cart and paid for it.  Over email with Mark A, I specified a bunch of details.  They

Re: [RBW] I want to see your Legolases

2022-11-01 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Joe,

I think that looks sick. And these Minimotos are some of the best braking 
brakes i've used (other than disc hydros). I'd definitelt suggws them, but I'd 
say building to fit a certain (mtype of riding will help you accept the bike 
for what it is... a cross bike.  I came to terms that I like going fast, and I 
don't like technical dirt. This bike is perfect for that! 

What cranks are those? They look like the 110bcd Ritchey Logic cranks. I'm on 
the hunt for some 94bcd Ritchey Compact cranks at the moment. 

Nikko
Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 1, 2022, at 12:36 PM, Joe Bunik  wrote:
> 
> Nikko,
> 
> Here's mine from back in its glory days - I really should put some
> wrench time into getting back into a serviceable shape.
> 
> https://flic.kr/p/z8k1NT
> 
> V-brakes might be what it takes for it to win me back but, TBH - I've
> never been completely happy with the tire clearances / rubber
> selections I've made, either - 700x42 is the max but x38 with knobs is
> more realistic.
> 
> Such a beautiful/great riding/lightweight frame otherwise! Just need
> to acknowledge that it's a cross bike before anything else, not really
> the end-all/be-all dirt banger.
> 
> Joe Bunik
> Walnut Creek, CA
> 
>> On 11/1/22, Nikko in Oakland  wrote:
>> yup, these are the UD 700x42mm Rosés, and certainly the biggest tire I can
>> fit on the bike comfortably. I also think the bike really feels at home on
>> 700x38mm tires, but I don't like the cornering control on steilacoom tires
>> vs the Rosés, so I'm sticking to that. If I have to move to slicks in the
>> roadie form, I'll probably stick to gravel king/RH 700x35 or 700x38mm
>> slicks.
>> 
>>> On Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 11:33:57 AM UTC-7 bmfo...@gmail.com wrote:
>>> 
>>> All of these bikes are gorgeous. How is the clearance with the 42's?  The
>>> 
>>> legolas is a dream bike for me but have always been curious how wide you
>>> can go if you push it a little.
>>> 
>>> Brian
>>> 
 On Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 10:24:43 AM UTC-5 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
>>> 
 oh i'm silly. that was a typo!
 
 keeping the RH cranks but changing to Athena 11s shifters and mechs.
 
 and tires, yes. initially i had Steilacoom/Barlow Pass (700x38mm), then
 when i made this my dedicated dirt ride, put on the UD Rosè (700x42mm)
 and
 they roll surprisingly well. i also like the cornering control in dirt
 better than Steilacooms AND they corner well on the road too!
 
 Sent from my iPhone
 
 On Nov 1, 2022, at 8:02 AM, Richard Rose  wrote:
 
 First of all, that bike is gorgeous. Athena cranks are swell but the RH
 
 on there is perfect! But, talk about your tires. Rose’?
 
 
 
 Sent from my iPhone
 
 On Oct 31, 2022, at 8:10 PM, Nikko in Oakland 
 wrote:
 
 Hey y'all,
 
 I recently had to let go of one bike, and the Legolas survived the cut.
 Now, I'm revamping my legolas to be more road-oriented while still dirt
 capable. RIght now, I have 10speed Bar End shifters, RH 46/30t cranks,
 and
 an 11-36t cassette. It's plenty roadie enough, but I am getting a set of
 
 Athena 11 speed cranks to lean a little bit more into roadie-ness, and
 throwing on an 11-34t cassette to still stay dirt capable.
 
 But I am here because I need build inspiration. Can y'all share pics of
 your legolas in it's *fastest *state? me first, ya?
 
 I rotated the bars downward a little bit since this photo, but you get
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[RBW] WTB: 700c SONdelux or SV-8 wheelset or good rando rims

2022-07-24 Thread Nikko Mendoza 


Hey y’all, 

Looking for a good rando worthy 700c wheelset. Only low-drag dynos please. 
SONdelux or SV-8. Rim brake, of course. Tires mounted will be 38mm for the 
curious. 

Alternatively, if someone has lightly used-to-new Pacenti Brevet or a similar 
pair of rims, that might work too! 

I’m in Oakland if someone wants to do local transactions to save from the 
shipping woes. 

Thanks! 
Nikko in Oakland 

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54cm Hunqapillar (green) in SF

2022-06-24 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Still no sale. 

Reducing price to $2400 as shown.
Will ship at the buyers expense for packaging and shipping. 
Will sell without racks and pedals and saddle if price need be reduced for 
buyer. 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jun 21, 2022, at 6:53 AM, Jason Zakaras  wrote:
> 
> Email Sent!
> 
>> On Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 7:21:21 AM UTC-5 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
>> I have a couple if interested folks, but nudging the post since quite a few 
>> inquiries have fallen through. 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
 On Jun 1, 2022, at 6:56 PM, Nikko in Oakland  wrote:
 
>>> Thank you for the curiosity & nudge, Bill! I agree, this is definitely a 
>>> forever bike. I've just come to terms with the fact that I'm never going to 
>>> be someone who wants to go on a loaded tour, and I'd be leaning on my 
>>> front-loaded low-trail bike for a lightweight overnight or a credit card 
>>> tour. For the last year, this bike has only been used for a handful of 
>>> commutes and weekly farmers market runs. It deserves a fuller life. 
>> 
>>> 
>>> Below are some details that might have been omitted... 
>>> 
>>> Addressing Bill's questions:
>>> Left-side Silver 1 Downtube shifter, for FD shifting 
>>> Rivendell Silver Crank length is 170mm. (< 50 miles!!!)
>>> Saddle height: 75.5cm, my PBH ~87cm. Standover is listed at around ~83.5cm.
>>> Other details: 
>>> The front derailleur model: Shimano XT FD-786 (~500 miles)
>>> The rear derailleur model: Shimano Deore RD-591 (~500 miles)
>>> Cassette: SRAM 970 (~300 miles)
>>> Other resources! 
>>> Bike Insights 
>>> Hunq Release Sheet from Riv - AKA Hunaqbook 
>>> 
>>>  I can give the bike a good ol' wash and clean up/re-lube the drive train 
>>> too. I realize I probably should have hit some spots with touch up paint 
>>> and cleaned it more before posting, but here we are.
>>> 
> On Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 9:38:06 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> Nikko 
> 
> Questions mainly from curiosity*, but also intended to assist your sale:
> 
> Is it a Silver left-side downtube shifter?  
> What crank arm length?  173?
> What's the saddle height in the photo?
> 
> BL in EC
> 
> *curiosity mainly because your price is so good.  I sure don't need a 
> 54cm Hunq, but have regarded it as a nice to have forever.  At that price 
> I could experiment with it as a platform with minimal risk of not getting 
> my investment back out of it.  It's a very good price, IMO.
> 
> 
> 
>> On Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 1:42:19 PM UTC-7 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
>> Forgot... I'll ship if needed! I'd drop off the bike at Luckyduck 
>> Bicycle cafe in Oakland to ship it, and I'd ask the buyer to pay for 
>> shipping. 
>> 
>>> On Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 1:30:09 PM UTC-7 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
>>> A friendly bump. Photos of beausage here.
>>> I'm willing to take offers, so if you really want it, shoot me an 
>>> offer. I will not break up main parts of the bike 
>>> (drivetrain/wheels/frame/cockpit), but will gladly remove racks cages, 
>>> etc for a different price. 
>>> 
>>> On Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 8:30:04 PM UTC-7 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
 
 
 My 54cm Hunq is officially for sale. Has some beausage, as I’m not one 
 to baby my bikes, but I will supply touch up paint from Waterford. 
 
 $2800, prefer local sale. 
 
 Frame:
 - 54cm Hunq
 
 Wheels:
 - Synergy to LX hubs (2000 miles) 
 - Fleecer Ridge tires
 
 Drivetrain:
 - Riv Silver 38t/24t Cranks
 - 11-34t SRAM 970 cassette
 - Some XT FD
 - Deore RD
 - Paul Love Levers and right thumbie (silver ano) w/ 9sp dura ace bar 
 end shifter 
 - Paul MotoLites (polished) 
 
 Cockpit:
 - 100mm Technomic Stem
 - Albatrosses (scratches at the clamp because of a shim)
 - Black bolt-on Ourys
 - You're going to get a Mische post (keeping the S65)
 - Brooks B17
 - Housing is the nice Blue Lug Nissei (I think) housing
 
 Extras
 - VO Flat Pat Rack front rack
 - Marks Rack Rear
 - SimWorks Flat Fenders
 - LiterCage
 
 Can include filet brazed Riv bullmoose bars if that's interesting for 
 you. 
 
 Does not include: dyno, basket, lights, frame pump, bell, S65 post, 
 pedals, or bags. I could sell bags, pedals, rear dyno light, and 
 basket for additional cash if interested.
 
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54cm Hunqapillar (green) in SF

2022-06-21 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
I have a couple if interested folks, but nudging the post since quite a few 
inquiries have fallen through. 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jun 1, 2022, at 6:56 PM, Nikko in Oakland  wrote:
> 
> Thank you for the curiosity & nudge, Bill! I agree, this is definitely a 
> forever bike. I've just come to terms with the fact that I'm never going to 
> be someone who wants to go on a loaded tour, and I'd be leaning on my 
> front-loaded low-trail bike for a lightweight overnight or a credit card 
> tour. For the last year, this bike has only been used for a handful of 
> commutes and weekly farmers market runs. It deserves a fuller life. 
> 
> Below are some details that might have been omitted... 
> 
> Addressing Bill's questions:
> Left-side Silver 1 Downtube shifter, for FD shifting 
> Rivendell Silver Crank length is 170mm. (< 50 miles!!!)
> Saddle height: 75.5cm, my PBH ~87cm. Standover is listed at around ~83.5cm.
> Other details: 
> The front derailleur model: Shimano XT FD-786 (~500 miles)
> The rear derailleur model: Shimano Deore RD-591 (~500 miles)
> Cassette: SRAM 970 (~300 miles)
> Other resources! 
> Bike Insights 
> Hunq Release Sheet from Riv - AKA Hunaqbook 
> 
>  I can give the bike a good ol' wash and clean up/re-lube the drive train 
> too. I realize I probably should have hit some spots with touch up paint and 
> cleaned it more before posting, but here we are.
> 
>> On Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 9:38:06 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote:
>> Nikko 
>> 
>> Questions mainly from curiosity*, but also intended to assist your sale:
>> 
>> Is it a Silver left-side downtube shifter?  
>> What crank arm length?  173?
>> What's the saddle height in the photo?
>> 
>> BL in EC
>> 
>> *curiosity mainly because your price is so good.  I sure don't need a 54cm 
>> Hunq, but have regarded it as a nice to have forever.  At that price I could 
>> experiment with it as a platform with minimal risk of not getting my 
>> investment back out of it.  It's a very good price, IMO.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> On Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 1:42:19 PM UTC-7 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
>>> Forgot... I'll ship if needed! I'd drop off the bike at Luckyduck Bicycle 
>>> cafe in Oakland to ship it, and I'd ask the buyer to pay for shipping. 
>>> 
 On Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 1:30:09 PM UTC-7 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
 A friendly bump. Photos of beausage here.
 I'm willing to take offers, so if you really want it, shoot me an offer. I 
 will not break up main parts of the bike 
 (drivetrain/wheels/frame/cockpit), but will gladly remove racks cages, etc 
 for a different price. 
 
 On Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 8:30:04 PM UTC-7 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
> 
> 
> My 54cm Hunq is officially for sale. Has some beausage, as I’m not one to 
> baby my bikes, but I will supply touch up paint from Waterford. 
> 
> $2800, prefer local sale. 
> 
> Frame:
> - 54cm Hunq
> 
> Wheels:
> - Synergy to LX hubs (2000 miles) 
> - Fleecer Ridge tires
> 
> Drivetrain:
> - Riv Silver 38t/24t Cranks
> - 11-34t SRAM 970 cassette
> - Some XT FD
> - Deore RD
> - Paul Love Levers and right thumbie (silver ano) w/ 9sp dura ace bar end 
> shifter 
> - Paul MotoLites (polished) 
> 
> Cockpit:
> - 100mm Technomic Stem
> - Albatrosses (scratches at the clamp because of a shim)
> - Black bolt-on Ourys
> - You're going to get a Mische post (keeping the S65)
> - Brooks B17
> - Housing is the nice Blue Lug Nissei (I think) housing
> 
> Extras
> - VO Flat Pat Rack front rack
> - Marks Rack Rear
> - SimWorks Flat Fenders
> - LiterCage
> 
> Can include filet brazed Riv bullmoose bars if that's interesting for 
> you. 
> 
> Does not include: dyno, basket, lights, frame pump, bell, S65 post, 
> pedals, or bags. I could sell bags, pedals, rear dyno light, and basket 
> for additional cash if interested.
> 
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[RBW] WTB: SV9, SV8, or SONdelux hub or 700c wheelset

2022-02-12 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Hey y’all,

I have a bud in Portland looking for either a single dyno hub or 700c wheelset, 
28h preferred. SV8, SV9, or SONdelux. 

Anybody holding? 

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[RBW] Hunqs. How do I know what year mine is?

2021-04-06 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Hey y’all,

Just out of curiosity... How do I know what year and location my Hunq was 
manufactured in? Any particular details I should look at? Is there a Hunq 
manufacturing timeline somewhere? 

Nikko in Oakland 

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[RBW] WTB: Riv Bullmoose w/ Quill

2021-03-21 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Hey y’all, 

I’m looking for these bars. They’re sold out at Riv, but hoping someone has em 
in their bin. Local pickup would be great, but I’d also pay for shipping. 

Thanks, 
Nikko in Oakland 

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[RBW] ISO: budget 650b rim brake wheel set

2020-11-26 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Hey y’all,

I’m waiting for Rich to get all the parts to build me a wheelset. 

In the meantime, does anybody have a < $200 650b rim brake wheel set they’re 
willing to part with? Preferably in the Bay Area so I can pick it up instead of 
pay for shipping. 

Thanks in advance!  

Nikko 

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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Silver or Dia Comp Downtube Shifter or pair of Bar End Shifters

2020-11-08 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Hey Rob,
How much are you looking to get from your bar-ends?

On Tue, Nov 3, 2020 at 3:45 PM Rob H.  wrote:

> I think I've got some silver bar end shifters, including pods. If you
> decide to go that way, private message me. I live near Oakland.
>
> On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 11:31:24 AM UTC-8, Nikko in Oakland wrote:
>>
>> Hey y'all,
>>
>> I'm running a SRAM RD now, but can see that crapping out soon and having
>> to move to this Shimano XT RD. I have a right downtube shifter, but need a
>> left one to match. My right DT shifter is a Dia Comp one
>> <https://velo-orange.com/products/dia-compe-ene-w-dt-shifters>. I'd love
>> a matching one, but would be fine with any Silver DT shifter, too.
>>
>> Alternatively, if someone has a pair of bar-end shifters lying around,
>> I'd love to buy those used.
>>
>> Holler at me,
>> Nikko
>>
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Re: [RBW] Riv "unprepped" frames

2020-11-05 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
>From the frame page! Looks like they throw in the headset and bb for you. 

“If you buy just the frame & fork, it comes with a headset, bottom bracket, and 
seat post—a cumulative value of about $120. Most frame/forksets you buy don't 
include that stuff.”

> 
> On Nov 5, 2020, at 9:30 AM, Tom Wyland  wrote:
> 
> Hi, does anyone know if the headset bearings are pressed into the frame on a 
> Riv "unprepped" frame?  The prep service mentions installing the fork and 
> adjusting the headset.  It's unclear on the website.
> I don't have a headset bearing press, so that seems like the only reason I'd 
> get the frame prepped. 
> 
> Thanks!
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Re: [RBW] FS Rivendell Sackville Tool Roll

2020-10-14 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
I’ll take it! PM coming. 

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> On Oct 14, 2020, at 8:32 AM, Andrew Nussbaum  wrote:
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> Lightly used condition. $35 shipped CONUS. 
> 
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Re: [RBW] silver shifter slip under load

2020-10-06 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Hey Sam,

I just got some brand new Silver Shifters (v1) today that I put on with
some VO thumbies. I'm having a similar-ish problem and wondering if you're
experiencing the same, but more along the lines of the problem J L
mentioned (spring return) .

My problem is that the shifting for the front shifter is suuper hard to
do. Is this similar to your problem? I push the shifter pretty hard and I
feel like I'm definitely forcing it. I finally get it to shift, but then I
do that a couple more times, and at this point the cable is looser than it
was before, getting pulled out of the tensioning screw. Do you think the
problem is similar, or is this really just a difference in the spring
return of the front derailleur?

On Tue, Oct 6, 2020 at 4:31 PM Patrick Moore  wrote:

> Note that the levers would loosen and slip even when the plastic tension
> washers were whole. Blue Loctite solved the slipping problem but not the
> washer breakage (or shifter body breakage) problem.
>
> On Tue, Oct 6, 2020 at 5:30 PM Patrick Moore  wrote:
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>> I applied blue Loctite to the tension bolts, and this worked. But the
>> need to do this, and my experience of breaking 2 right-side Silver shifter
>> bodies when my bikes fell over, took me back to the old Suntour Bar Cons --
>> where I have to use blue Loctite anyway to ensure that the shiny and very
>> hard to find locknuts don't fall off.
>>
>> On Tue, Oct 6, 2020 at 9:44 AM Sam Perez 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> hi guys, how do you keep your silver shifters form slipping under load,
>>> i tighten the retention bolt but when i play with it it slowly loosens with
>>> multiple shifts, i do lots of hills and need confidence that i wont ghost
>>> shift under load.
>>>
>>> thanks
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Re: [RBW] sram bar end+ Xt rear derallure

2020-10-02 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
I don’t believe so, because the SRAM bar ends use this exact actuation 
technology stuff proprietary to their derailleurs. 

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> will sram 9s bar end work with a XT rear derailleur ? my 9s shimano bar end 
> shift wont work on index so im thinking of swapping, the original bar end was 
> installed incorrectly and as a result lost its index feature. any on that as 
> well would be appreciated.
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Re: [RBW] BRP

2020-10-01 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Hey Ray, 

Cycling is a predominantly white sport. Part of Diversity and Inclusion is 
creating the space and accessibility for Black Folx to enter these spaces where 
they felt welcomed because the spaces didn’t seem to have representation from 
people like them. Certainly, as a brown cyclist, I still don’t feel welcomed in 
many of these spaces because I don’t often see brown people on these group 
rides or camp outs. That’s to no fault of the individuals, but the history of 
the sport. 

I think of this as a way for Rivendell to more directly impact that bottom line 
of diversity within the niche bicycle space that they exists in, while still 
furthering their brand and business. 

And yes, it gets complicated from a verification standpoint, but that’s where 
Rivendell is employing the trust of their niche consumer base. The cost of a 
Riv complete with a 45% discount is still more than the price of say a Surly 
Straggler. Someone could still go to another bicycle company and get a bike, 
but instead they’re buying into a company and niche that feels more inclusive 
than the rest of the bicycle industry. 

Cycling is a historically White sport. Cycling is a historically racist sport. 
Therefore, I personally believe the word “reparations” to describe this effort 
the sport more inclusive to Black folx is correct. 

I know you’re not shooting down the idea, Ray, but I hope that I could share 
some perspective! 

Believing in creating inclusive spaces, 
Nikko 

> On Oct 1, 2020, at 11:13 AM, Ray  wrote:
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> I'm conflicted about this. Not because I don't agree with the values behind 
> it or the intention. I align with Grant and co. in their sensibilities, and I 
> love that they are prioritizing this over profits. But I guess I just don't 
> see this as doing the good that Grant seems to think it will. I think 
> donating a percentage of profits to Black organizations, perhaps especially 
> those interested in getting more Black folks on bicycles if that's part of 
> the plan, would be a better route. This all just seems too complicated with 
> the weird way that they are going to have to verify race and the looming 
> threat they could take it away at any moment with just the suspicion that 
> they are being taken advantage of. Also, I sort of fundamentally disagree 
> with their use of the term "reparations" to describe this program. I think 
> reparations have to be more concretely tied to history, and I don't know that 
> a discount on a Rivendell should qualify. 
> 
> Of course, I will continue to support Riv, and I am in no way offended by 
> this program. I agree that if anything this deepens my appreciation for them 
> as a company, and I hope I'm not seen as being a detractor for this post. 
> Their hearts are absolutely in the right place, and I want this initiative to 
> have more success than I'm giving it credit for.
> 
> Ray
> 
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> Instagram, the Blahg, and maybe an email update have Rivendell Bicycle Works 
> putting their money where their mouths are.  Their announcement makes me more 
> likely to spend more of my money at Rivendell Bicycle Works.  
> 
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Re: [RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

2020-09-22 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
The Kiley front lights are available here. 

https://everydaybicycles.com/collections/span-style-display-none-kiley-bicycle-light-collection-span

> On Sep 22, 2020, at 12:16 PM, Joel Stern  wrote:
> 
> Shipping is more than the light.  Where are they shipping from? $30+ for 
> shipping 1 light
> 
> On Tue, Sep 22, 2020 at 2:57 PM Ray  > wrote:
> Glad to hear they come so highly recommended here. I'll try to report back if 
> I ever get a chance to test them myself. I send an email to jitensha about 
> ordering but haven't heard back yet. I've never ordered from them before so 
> no sure if that's normal. If that route doesn't work, I'll keep an eye on the 
> ronsbikes website or get in touch with the man himself. Thanks, Benjamin and 
> John for sharing!
> 
> On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 11:13:07 AM UTC-5 John O'shea wrote:
> I've purchased a couple from Blue Lug and they're great lights but shipping 
> is a lot. Ultraromance's webstore   has had these 
> lights available there in the past shipping from CT I believe, but it looks 
> like he's currently out of stock. Might be worth emailing him or messaging 
> him on Instagram to see if he's going to restock anytime soon? 
> 
> On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 12:55:05 PM UTC-4 Ray wrote:
> Apologies if this is off-topic, but I thought since Riv and Blue Lug are so 
> closely tied, it might be appropriate.
> 
> Blue Lug recently advertised these KOMA lights that they are selling on the 
> global site: https://global.bluelug.com/bl-select-koma-light-rear-black.html 
> 
> 
> I really appreciate the simple design and the concept. I've found that most 
> bike tail lights attach to the seatpost. This doesn't work for me most of the 
> time because I like to use a saddle bag that would cover the light. I know 
> they also make clip-on lights that can attach to the saddle bag, but I also 
> don't love this solution because I've found that the angle of the light can 
> change pretty easily without a more fixed point and doesn't always direct the 
> light the way you might want. 
> 
> Anyway, the BL light looks great to me but the shipping cost is just too much 
> to stomach. If anyone knows of other vendors that sell these I'd love to find 
> them, but I suspect these are made specifically for BL as my searching hasn't 
> returned them anywhere else. I was wondering if any of you knew of something 
> similar or if you've found another solution?
> 
> Thanks!
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Re: [RBW] FS: Nitto 32F front rack, B17s imperial, buncha Bags (Sackville, Baggins, Ostrich, Arkel, Minnehaha)

2020-09-14 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Hey Kai,

Ill take the R32 rack! PM coming once my computer comes back to life. 

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> On Sep 14, 2020, at 8:54 AM, Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY  
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> Some stuff on furlough sale (would trade for museum work).
> Buyer pays actual shipping, link to photos- 
> https://photos.app.goo.gl/Lqu72mxYod8Nfgu56
> Please contact via email- 
> kaivierstra at gmail.com
> 
> Sackville Banana sack- $70
> It's blue and in great shape
> Arkel Front bag- $100
> It's Maroonish.
> Ostrich handlebar/seat bag- $50
> It's green, and very newish
> Minnehaha handlebar/seat bag- $20
> It's black, and I've replaced the closure hook which lost it's rivet 
> somewhere along the line
> Baggins handlebar bag- $30
> Olive green and dirt colored, a conversation piece as well as useful bag. 
> Purchased used and stiinky, I destunk it as best I could but I'm fairly 
> stinky to begin with. Repaired with a massive strip of leather, a zipper,  
> and some can do attitude (not by me, all I've got is can do)
> Sackville Medium saddlebag- $120
> Gray, with riveted coroplast insert
> Nitto 32f front rack- $70
> A campee rack with a scuffed sticker.
> Brooks B17s Imperial saddle- $120
> New, my partner didn't appreciate my thoughtful (I thought) purchase of it, 
> said there's nothing wrong with the saddle they had. Took me awhile (and 
> needing the money) to finally agree.
> 
> Trades and offers welcome, I'm looking for a 200mm Bullmoose bar as well as 
> really really big bike frames
> Thanks
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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2020-08-11 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
That sold SO quickly 

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> Indeed it is, somebody is in a mood to unload it quick. If you're anywhere 
> near Tahoe, go now!
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Re: [RBW] What riv dealers are holding frames?

2020-08-08 Thread Nikko Mendoza 
Crust in Richmond, VA has completes!
Golden Pliers in Portland, Oregon

Also... check https://www.rivbike.com/pages/dealers 

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> I’m on the hunt for a new riv (55 to be exact). Any dealers out there have 
> any frames or completes? I’m sure I’m not the only one looking. 
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