I ride in a lot of rain a lot lof days. I wear clipless Shimano sandals
over Sealskinz socks over thick wool socks. The Sealskinz don't provide
warmth and get kind of wet thru eventually. Sometimes I have 2 pairs of
socks, change my shoes, socks at work. The sandals have adjustable velcro
Or this
http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/seatposts/vo-grand-cru-seat-post-long-setback.html
On Jan 9, 8:42 am, David Yu Greenblatt david.yu.greenbl...@gmail.com
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http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sp3.htm
On Tue, Jan 8, 2013 at 10:07 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com
I like Noodles, but being ever curious tried these Grand Bois parallel bars
from Compass and wouldn't you know it, liked them better:
http://www.compasscycle.com/handlebars_gb_maes_para.html
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 12:04:43 AM UTC-6, Michael wrote:
Ha ha, very funny.
I do love
William, sweet bike! So do you notice a difference in the power coat
verse wet paint?
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 12:10:53 AM UTC-6, William wrote:
The nice orange double TT one is mine. Powder coat with matching Bullmoose
On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 8:14:31 PM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote:
I initially had Soba (46 cm?) bars on my Ram and switched to 45 cm Nitto
Randonneurs. The Sobas just seemed too wide. I really like the outward bend
at the hoods because it provides a nice wide area for my entire palm to rest.
The contact point is not just between the thumb and forefinger,
+1. The most comfortable bars I've used.
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 7:12 AM, Matthew J matthewj...@gmail.com wrote:
I like Noodles, but being ever curious tried these Grand Bois parallel
bars from Compass and wouldn't you know it, liked them better:
Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but I think you're over-thinking
this. The frame size shouldn't have anything to do with how fore or
aft your saddle is, relative to the bottom bracket. Assuming the seat
tube angles are identical, the only thing that will change is the
amount of seat post
The key thing here is Assuming the seat tube angles are
identical Typically smaller frames have steeper seat tube
angles, though I don't know about the AHH. That will, once again
'typically', mean that smaller frames will put you further forward.
In my case it's one of the reasons I'm so
On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 9:47:13 AM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote:
Although we don't like to talk about it here in our little world of lugs
and quill stems, many mainstream CF bike manufacturers have started to
realize the advantages of something closer to the Riv geometry. Many of
them
It will be a bit forward but unless you are very, very picky you won't
notice the difference after 5 minutes.
And about the seat post try a Campy 2 bolt. It will get a saddle about
as far back as you can get it.
Phil Brown
On Jan 8, 10:07 pm, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote:
If it is the
Hi All,
Nice pictures! When I first became interested ib Rivendells in the '90s, it
was the All Rounder (and subsequently the Atlantis of course) that caught
my attention. I could never afford either - by the time I mentally adjusted
to the $1000 shipping-to-Australia cost they had spiralled
Surly Steamroller - used, the frames are cheap as dirt (I've seen $150
around the SF area), and with Tektro long reach brakes, they work for 650B.
I'm finishing up a build for my wife now. Fits 650B x 38 with no trouble,
and I'm going to shove Hetres in there soon to see how they fit.
On
Apologies for my ignorance, but what are the differences between the A/R
and the Atlantis, other than fancier lugs on the former and a kickstand
plate on the latter? Comparison of A/R geometry posted on Cyclofiend (a
treasured resource; thanks, Jim) and Atlantis figures in current Riv
geometry
Hi Michael,
Do you think the long reach racers would have too long brake reach to work
with a Ram? My friend has a used set he wants to sell me but I saw the
brake reach for those are 57mm. I think it will be very close. Any
thoughts? Thanks
Jeff Swank
Denver
On Sunday, January 6, 2013
Addison,
Great pics and a great history of your bike. I can only wonder what changes
the future will bring. Gotta love GP for his do-all versatile and beautiful
designs.
Dennis in PDX
On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 5:43:41 AM UTC-8, Addison wrote:
I was reminiscing about all the fun I've had
HI Peter-sent you an e-mail via flickr, not sure if you got it.
I'm new to the group and writing to tell you I'm interested in the frame
fork.
Please drop me a line when you have time!
Thanks,
essentialskills
On Thursday, November 29, 2012 12:50:58 PM UTC-6, Peter M wrote:
I really do hate to
I built up a 650b Surly Steamroller over the summer that I have been
considering moving on to someone who might ride and enjoy it more, if I can
find the right rider. Built up with Pari Motos as a fun, fast 650b single
speed (it is a total blast to ride).
Contact me off-list if you think you
An incredible ride. I don't quite have the words, but here are the photos:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/paulatwork/sets/72157632480237694/
Now I am left with figuring out how to return as soon as possible!
The Hillborne did great on 45 mm marathon extremes over both road and dirt
road, but
You are correct iamkeith,
Yes, the Homer seat tube angle is the same for the 54, 56 , 72 degrees. TT
difference is 1 cm. I use TT length and bar height as my major criteria
for frame size. PBH alone is incomplete.
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Best way to look at that is the Atlantis is the (continually) refined
version of the A/R. The first three models - Road, LongLow and
All-Rounder - really provide the roots for a Rivendell designs, but it's
clear that the iterative process of design and testing has created
beautiful
saw the note about the Betty's... the Hillbornes are supposed to follow
suit and get a 55cm 650B model I read. Hopefully it will be a single top
tube.
may be time to get a new Riv!
~mike
On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 6:45:11 PM UTC-8, Dave wrote:
Solid deal on a demo Betty foy, among
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 8:03 AM, Paul Y paulyeoh...@gmail.com wrote:
I'd much prefer a 2 tire on my next visit.
Looks like a great ride! Thanks for documenting it for us. 2 tires?
You're going to need a Hunq or Bomba for the next trip.
jim m
wc ca
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Do it before Feb. 1st, the prices for many are going up after then. :(
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 11:04:23 AM UTC-6, Mike Schiller wrote:
saw the note about the Betty's... the Hillbornes are supposed to follow
suit and get a 55cm 650B model I read. Hopefully it will be a single top
More, including Riv visit #1:
http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/2013/01/sf-adventure-part-3-into-east-bay.html?m=1
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I've had these old Riv articles linked off of my blog for a long time but
don't know that I've mentioned them here. If you scroll to the bottom of
the page you will see a bunch of files/pdfs of old reviews of Riv models
and Grant interviews, etc.:
https://sites.google.com/site/renorambler/Home
This bike embodies the Riv spirit! Nice to to be able to fit those
knobbies.
On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 3:38:02 PM UTC-8, Dennis Hogan wrote:
Addison,
Great pics and a great history of your bike. I can only wonder what
changes the future will bring. Gotta love GP for his do-all
What an adventure!
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 9:12 AM, Jim Mather mather...@gmail.com wrote:
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 8:03 AM, Paul Y paulyeoh...@gmail.com wrote:
I'd much prefer a 2 tire on my next visit.
Looks like a great ride! Thanks for documenting it for us. 2 tires?
You're going to need
Great write-up! You're making me ask some serious questions to myself... :-D
René
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 9:36 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
thill@gmail.com wrote:
More, including Riv visit #1:
http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/2013/01/sf-adventure-part-3-into-east-bay.html?m=1
Hey Group, Up for sale is a used 61cm AHH F/F/HS/BB. Its Toyo built, if
that means anything. Repainted Butterscotch. Its 'creamier' in life than
in the photos. definitely used, never abused. It has some paint chips
here an there that i covered with nail polish. Some chainsuck chips
Nope. Unless your seatpost extension is greater than the difference in seat
tube length...
This doesn't apply in this instance, since the two frames are from the same
model, but it might be fun to wrap your brain around.
I was actually referring to things like the Spec. Roubaix/Secteur, Cervelo
RS, Trek Domane, Felt Z series, etc. --mass produced MCRB's that feature
taller heatubes, slacker head angles, longer chainstays, etc. I should
think that with a custom builder like Parlee or Calfee you could get as
There's a lot of conflicting things being said, so just to reinforce: *No*.
Assuming seat tube angle, seatpost, and saddle are all the same, then
frame size makes no difference as to saddle setback (the common term for
the horizontal distance from the bb centerline to the saddle nose). As
I've got a great condition nitto randoneeur drop bar I'd be willing to ship
for a good price. shoot me a note if you want pictures/measurements.
On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 3:46:27 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote:
What's your favorite and why?
I think they look neat, hope they work better for me
If anyone is interest, just posted some item for sale
http://www.ebay.com/sch/skenry/m.html
Paul Thumbies
Baggins Hobo bag
http://www.ebay.com/sch/skenry/m.html
Cheers,
Scott
Dayton, OH
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Thanks René! Hope you get out for some nice adventures of your own.
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 12:01:38 PM UTC-6, René wrote:
Great write-up! You're making me ask some serious questions to myself...
:-D
René
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 9:36 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Upon close examination of the tread wear and condition of the sidewalls on
my current tires, it's plain that it's time for a new pair. The Jack Brown
discount that Riv is offering on their Internet garage sale e-mail flyer
looks intriguing. So I surfing into their web site to look 'em over.
The Jack Browns I bought from Riv were folders.
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 2:15:39 PM UTC-8, George Schick wrote:
Upon close examination of the tread wear and condition of the sidewalls on
my current tires, it's plain that it's time for a new pair. The Jack Brown
discount that Riv is
but that was last year. I would assume they still are folders, but a call
wouldn't hurt.
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 2:23:41 PM UTC-8, William wrote:
The Jack Browns I bought from Riv were folders.
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 2:15:39 PM UTC-8, George Schick wrote:
Upon close
I'm sure they're folders.
The Greens are great tires. Here in Portland it seems like lots of
folks use cyclocross bikes as winter training bikes. I'm surprised
that I don't see more people using them. I think a lot of folks just
don't know they exist.
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I too found that I prefer narrow bars -- the 42s on the Fargo feel better
than the 46s I traded them for; and I'm not particularly wide in the
shoulder.
But! Narrower bars do not work as well, at least for me, off road: the
Fargo on tech sing tr is scary! -- not that I ride tech s tr much.
FWIW,
I (foolishly) sold my 650b, 56cm AHH, and now I must replace it. I might try
an exact replacement, but I'm also considering a 57cm, 700c wheel version. I
plan to explore used and new options quickly before the 2-1-13 price change.
Just gotta ask...anyone with a 57cm version that doesn't meet
I am interested and would really like to see pictures. Don't give up on
Picassa, but send me some pics. I'm not in theBay area but we can work
that out.
Michael
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 1:13:17 PM UTC-5, Michael Williams wrote:
Hey Group, Up for sale is a used 61cm AHH F/F/HS/BB.
riv has a 58cm 650 homer brand new for $1800. its under frame specials
Woman is 57 But Looks 27
57-Year-Old Mom has a simple facelift trick that angered doctors...
http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/50ee03f3e03cd3f35271st04duc
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Yes, however do the mass produced CF bikes you'r referencing take what
RBW calls wide tires? How about fenders.
My quick look for Specialized Roubaix specs didn't turn up a max tire
size but it looked like they are sold with 25s.
The tightest riv (the Rodeao) takes 33s with full fenders, the
Brewster wrote:
More recently, Calfee now offers its Adventure geometry optino that was
designed for 700x32 tires AND fenders. It was reviewed, and liked, by Jan
H.:
http://www.bikequarterly.com/images/BQCalfeeTest.pdf
That's not entirely true. The bike was delivered with skinnier tires and
I am selling my 55cm AHH (the 55 takes 700C wheels). The geometry is
below, I think it is pretty close to the 57 in geometry. If you are
interested, I can give you more details, photos etc.
TT length is 55.5cm.
SO height 80cm
ST is 55cm (c-t)
Head Angle 72
Seat Angle 72
Fork Rake 52
CS Length
Thanks Patrick.
All I have to trade, bar-wise, for now is the moustache.
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I wasn't endorsing those bikes or comparing them to the overall ride and
functionality of Rivendells. I only ride steel bikes that have decent
clearance. I was simply pointing out that aspects of the Rivendell
geometry have been adopted by mainstream manufacturers of CF bikes.
On
hey Michael, you are the 2nd responder. I have another guy interested
who lives somewhat close. If it doesnt work out, then youre next. Do
you still want to see pics?-Mike
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 3:56 PM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote:
I am interested and would really
I really like the Hunqa green. I had my SimpleOne painted that color. It is
still in the box as I am trying to get the rest of the parts together and find
the time to build it. I peek inside every so often and it is just amazing.
Can't go wrong with one of the stock colors- Riv chooses great
I didn't mean to imply that you were. I was just noting an important
aspect that I don't think the mainstream is picking up yet.
On Jan 9, 7:07 pm, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote:
I wasn't endorsing those bikes or comparing them to the overall ride and
functionality of Rivendells. I
Thinking about getting pitlocks for my seatpost and saddle (yes, they
actually have one that clamps onto the post at the saddle bolt, thus
blocking access to it). Noone can steal your seatpost *or* saddle, then.
I am more concerned about the pitlocks scratching the paint on the seat
tube
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 4:54:01 PM UTC-8, William wrote:
Brewster wrote:
More recently, Calfee now offers its Adventure geometry optino that was
designed for 700x32 tires AND fenders. It was reviewed, and liked, by Jan
H.:
http://www.bikequarterly.com/images/BQCalfeeTest.pdf
Unless something has changed since I tried it a couple years ago, I don't
believe there's a pitlock that's easily compatible with a Riv seatpost clamp.
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Come to think of it, I've kinda forgotten that saddle theft is an issue. I
think about wheel theft, or whole bike theft when I lock up, but it's been a
long time since I've heard about a saddle theft. I often park with a saddle
cover over my B67 saddles, both for weather protection and for
Well, the best part is, no matter what color you choose, the bike will be
beautiful.
I have a dark blue/purpley(blackberry!) metallic Sam, and love it.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/36386964@N00/7516243896/in/photostream/
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I'm in the same boat. My Bleriot was wrecked last week (I am so lucky to
be typing this), and it is either a new bike or getting it repaired. And,
of course, repainted.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnefitz/sets/72157632430316656/with/8356816688/
I think I would want a green. Maybe
I lost a Champion Flyer and seatpost last year the one day I forgot to put
the saddle cover on. Working late, I missed the last bus and had an
interesting 5 mile ride home. The worst part was losing the post--a unique
26.7 Nitto on my Miyata. Impossible to find a perfect fit to replace it.
Best,
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