Alex - you had the coolest bike in the race, hands-down! Way to go!
Brian
Seattle, WA
On Mon, May 27, 2013 at 9:03 PM, Alex Moll
alex_m...@lkstevens.wednet.eduwrote:
Ski to Sea (aka the Bellingham Olympics) is a 93 mile, 7-leg relay race
from Mount Baker to Bellingham Bay. My principal and
I've had a Rivet Pearl for nearly a year, and recently did the Lon Haldeman
break-in as a last ditch attempt to make the saddle usable for me. It
worked. Story and pics here:
http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/05/29/soften-the-rivet/
Brian
Seattle, WA
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Got the Team Fuji 52 cm frame on ebay, which will be my daughter's bike
project for our summer break. And another photo from San Antonio below.
Last weekend we loaded the bikes at my buddy's house and kind of went on a
morbid curiosity run after the previous day's monsoon rain (it was about
Isn't Velo Orange located nearby in Annapolis? Not Riv, but fairly close. I'd
call 'em Riv-ish.
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Subject: [RBW] Frisco-peeps stop hogging all the fun.
Definitely Grand Bois Cypres or Grand Bois Extra Leger. Cypres have been
amazing tires for me the past three years. Comfortable and only one flat
riding on mix of Chicago city streets, suburban streets and roads, paved
and lime stone paths.
Bought a set of Extra Legers this year and
I think looking silly is part of the human condition. :-)
Cheers,
David
On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 6:40 AM, jeffrey kane jsk_onl...@mac.com wrote:
Fussy? I don't know ...it is funny though ... but I also wonder why Riv/GP
feels the need to contribute to an already polarized community (cyclers
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 6:40:30 AM UTC-7, jeffrey kane wrote:
tooling around an a $4000.00 artisanal hobo bike with a $25.00 basket
... that sort of thing makes everybody come off looking silly.
That's been an point of contention (or celebration depending on your views)
with the RBW ethos
+1 for the Extra Leger, like I said earlier. Wishing for a 40mm version...
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On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 6:28 AM, Matthew J matthewj...@gmail.com wrote:
Definitely Grand Bois Cypres or Grand Bois Extra Leger. Cypres have been
amazing tires for me the past
Agreed:
I think looking silly is part of the human condition. :-)
Let's not take ourselves too seriously.
Nothing says it better than Just Ride
On Wednesday, May 29, 2013 10:31:07 AM UTC-4, Mike wrote:
I was poking around the RBW site last night and noticed there are some new
small
An execrable miscreant stole my wife's sprung Brooks saddle, and seat post,
from her Bridgestone X-5 yesterday. I knew that I had a couple spare seat
posts, and we borrowed a seat from a neighbor, and I set down to outfit her
bike for riding, while waiting for a new saddle (and swaged lock
I'll be sure there are plenty of pics Bobby, I'm sorry I didn't make it
east but Delaware is a bit of a hike.
Marc
On Tuesday, May 28, 2013 12:37:35 PM UTC-4, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
Marc (and MRCBR Rallyers)...
Wishing you all great weather and safe riding... Looking forward to pics.
Trendy! Dammit, I thought this was a cult.
Marc
On Wednesday, May 29, 2013 7:47:44 PM UTC-4, Reid wrote:
Quote from the blog: Well, there's a new pop-up store about to pop up in
San Francisco, and it's being up-popped by a company that's synonymous with
trendy. That company, of
I can personally attest to the benefits of loudly promoting unracer to
new cyclists. I met a young man on Twitter who asked me questions about
upgrading an old Schwinn he had just purchased for commuting. I directed
him to some parts Riv sells, and he started reading. The first thing he
Wow localed? I meant where are you located?
Jim
On Wednesday, May 29, 2013 9:22:47 AM UTC-5, jim wrote:
where are you localed?
Jim (in Madison WI)
On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:56:53 PM UTC-5, jar351 wrote:
Hi all,
I've got a Phil Wood single speed wheel in great shape that I've
Steve,
I use either mode and am equally happy. If the drivetrain is made up of older,
fussy parts, it's friction. If its got the more modern stuff (that means 8 or 9
speed shimano for me), I index. Unlike some people on the interwebs, I find
adjusting a modern drivetrain for indexing is no
Bar ends are very intuitive. Lifting lever lifts chain . Most people catch on
quickly. FTP and brake shifters offer no feedback.
Michael
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OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a
store...but I think it's a go.
Some additional items have been added and a concept tee if interest is
there.
I may tweak some things once I get the feel but I would love to get
feedback too.
This will be a first for this
Congrats. I got my order in. I'm going to refill my coffee cup to
celebrate
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 9:30:30 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote:
OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a
store...but I think it's a go.
Some additional items have been added and a concept
I don't put a lot of thought into stuff like the badges and pins, the minor
things. They kind of are what they are, but they need some words just as a
matter of consistency, so I try to have some quick fun while not telling
any lies. The evil, vile, live comment that may have come off as mean
I haven't seen any Rivet saddles sag like the Selle Anatomica, but in
terms of comfort that could be a good or bad thing depending upon
which side of the spectrum you like in terms of break-in. I'm lucky
enough to be able to ride the Rivet Pearl out of the box and be
comfortable right away.
:D
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 12:30:30 PM UTC-4, jinxed wrote:
OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a
store...but I think it's a go.
Some additional items have been added and a concept tee if interest is
there.
I may tweak some things once I get the feel
Grant writes: I think by virtue of sheer number inferiority, that riding
unracerly whether or not you like the label, needs a label to be a thing,
and without the label or being a thing, it will get etch-a-sketch out of
sight and mind continually by the dominance of the other stuff.
I agree about
Hi everyone,
I am thinking of getting a White crank on my Hunqapillar. Has anyone done this?
What BB did you use? Any problems with wide chain stays? I've got a Sugino
triple on their now with a 115BB.
Thanks,
Christian
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Bought one as a gift
They look wonderful!
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 11:30:30 AM UTC-5, jinxed wrote:
OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a
store...but I think it's a go.
Some additional items have been added and a concept tee if interest is
there.
I may
Sports-tourer? Country bike? I'd offer utility bike, too, but utility
seems to indicate not fun. How about useful bike?
Thinking more about it, I suggest that bicycle be used like car. No one
thinks that car refers solely to a racing car.
On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 11:11 AM, Anne Paulson
Thanks for doing this. They look great.
Dan
On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 10:22 AM, Pepe Demarest pbdemar...@gmail.comwrote:
Bought one as a gift
They look wonderful!
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 11:30:30 AM UTC-5, jinxed wrote:
OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running
He can have his light racey bike and his fun bike.
As for all of this un-racer stuff, I think you have to have been a
racer to get it. I gave Just Ride to a bunch of my family members, all
long time just riders and they were puzzled by all the time spent on
racer culture, as they knew
This thread may help, not Bomba specific but the same issues may apply:
Namely,* chainline *and a* proper FD* that will work.
http://forums.mtbr.com/drivetrain-shifters-derailleurs-cranks/2x9-white-industries-vbc-crank-478613.html
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 1:12:32 PM UTC-4, Christian wrote:
that looks great - love the button - you're going to need some
electric-visibility-color tees to accentuate the theme.
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 11:30:30 AM UTC-5, jinxed wrote:
OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a
store...but I think it's a go.
Some
Thanks for re-doing these! online store looks nice, too.
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 1:48:14 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote:
that looks great - love the button - you're going to need some
electric-visibility-color tees to accentuate the theme.
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 11:30:30 AM UTC-5, jinxed
On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 7:11 AM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote:
I needed some term to use with my friend, to say, you have your light
racey bike, but this one should be-- unracery. Or whatever. But he, like
most of the riders I know, thinks that lightness is the most important
I'd ask Riv-- looks like Brian has it on his Hunqapillar, and Keven on his
proto-paloosa. Let us know, b/c I'm thinking about doing it when I get the
funds!
--shoji
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 1:37:54 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote:
This thread may help, not Bomba specific but the same issues may
good point Garth. I raced for quite a few years and still like competitive
events . But there is also plenty of time to just go out and have fun and
ride. To see something new, explore a new trail or just enjoy the day. I
still prefer clipless pedals almost always, and wear lycra or wool
Great site, looks good. Just placed my first order.
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Yes, VO is in Annapolis, and I think to an extent they ARE filling some of
that gaping maw. So are builders like Bilenky, ANT, and thankfully
broad-reaching companies like QBP (Surly, Salsa) etc. Sure, I wish I'd see
more Riv presence in the East, but then again perhaps that might cause Riv
Is an identifier necessary? I've never considered myself anything other
than a human that does a lot of travelling via bicycle.
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Why don't you just swap in a wider range 11-36 10-speed cassette and save
yourself LOTS of hassle (and cost)???
... and possibly (if your crankset will support it) drop to a, say 33t
chainring?
Bobby *(thank God I'VE got a triple and don't have to worry about this sh**)
* Birmingham
On
Thanks Brad, love dark roasted coffee but have to stick to decaf as I'm
naturally way too caffeinated. Cool pins, I just ordered few.
When you get around to the tee's, look at American Apparel tees, they are
the best in the industry and made here in SoCal.
~mike
Carlsbad Ca.
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We are headed for a week on the Cowboy Trail. Here is the Bomba after she
was loaded up and test ridden.
Managed some high speed down hills, dirt, curbs, coffee and assorted
ramblings.She's ready for the ride.
Here are some photos in front of the House.
Yes Mike !Exploring new roads and trails and just enjoying THE moment
... each moment ... for what it is . It doesn't really matter how far or
fast you go it's the opening to all that is in a given moment. ..
and when you stop and smell the roses of any given momet dang .
Wow! Loaded indeed. Enjoy your trip! Perhaps make a radical step for a
shorter trip and go with half the poundage and see what happens?
With abandon,
Patrick
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 1:03:17 PM UTC-6, Kelly wrote:
We are headed for a week on the Cowboy Trail. Here is the Bomba after
she
Actually in my Picture the Bosco stem at the steerer is 50 mm lower (not 40)
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On a boat!
http://www.baylinkferry.com/schedule/index.php
On Tuesday, May 28, 2013 4:00:32 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
Despite living near there, I have no clue about getting around the city.
Can someone point me towards a good place to park my car, then ride to the
Riv shop?
Thanks,
Fder might work, should have enough swing but there are other
limitations: cage curve doesn't match a 46t ring well, and your 22t
difference may mean chain will rub rear of cage in all but a couple of
low/(big) cogs. Dropping the 46t to a 44t would help, and tighten up
the shifting---stick
Congratulations Curtis. It's a wonderful bike.
I bought one recently and went through the same anticipation/anxiety as I
waited for it and then built it up.
Which size did you get. A 650B or a 700C?
I picked up a 56cm 650B and put Hetre tires on it.
I've taken on some former railroad beds filled
I'm still setting mine up.
What rear rack are you running, Mike?
David
On May 29, 2013, at 10:24 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote:
Curtis, congrats on the new bike. You're gonna love it. Tire choice for the
Hilsen can be tough given the range of tires. I've tried so many different
One of the best GP interviews I've heard. Thanks.
On Tuesday, May 28, 2013 5:23:23 PM UTC-4, Statrixbob wrote:
I'm not sure if this was posted recently (tried a search). I just found a
new Outspoken Cyclist interview with Grant on 5/18.
Hello folks-
Just wanted to let you all know about a Riv-esque ride I'm putting together
for Pedalpalooza, Portland's big bike fun festival:
http://www.shift2bikes.org/cal/viewpp2013.php
Here are the details:
ROUGH STUFF/COUNTRY BIKE (IN THE CITY) RAMBLE
Sunday June 9th
11 am
Kenilworth
I've been riding my AHH for about 10 months now. I started out with Jack
Brown Greens and swapped for Little Bens a few months ago. I especially
like the Little Bens on rough pavement, gravel roads and trails.
-Mike
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Hello Everyone,
I've wearied of lurking and decided to introduce myself. I'm not an RBW
owner as of yet, but I have a Hunqapillar on order along with a Betty Foy
for my wife.
I wanted to thank everyone for sharing here, it has made the long wait
somewhat sufferable, though I feel myself
I can't tell if these are the exact same frame built different places or
what?
Does anyone know what is different between the two, if anything?
Thanks,
Tim
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As is ...blunderbuss bikes.
On Wednesday, May 29, 2013 10:59:10 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
*the microfiche clipless pedals*
That's genius :)
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I've always felt that if I can haul it it is worth making the trip more
enjoyable...but you really take the prize. Those Arkels look mighty nice,
my old Kirkland Tour packs have finally become unusable for anything other
than errands. Here's a shot of my load about 3/4 of the way through a 2200
From the January 10, 2010 blug (
http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/5164516900/in-about-a-month-well-have-simpleone-frames
)
And the Quickbeam http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/quickbeam/50-150 is
gone and will be replaced with the SimpleOne. Same geometry, basically same
frame and lugs and crown
I guess I never considered 'unracer' to be equivalent to 'anti-racer'. I've
never been a racer, but I'm a long-time fan of events like the Classics,
BORAF, etc. I find the 'Unracer' label useful as a means of educating those
people I know who can't divorce the notion of 'bicycling' from
I can't add anything else in terms of their differences but do have a story. I
bought a SimpleOne and when it showed up it was scratched. Rivendell took it
back and as it was the only one left in my size they offered to paint it. It
went off to the painter and is Hunqa green with cream details.
I would love to try a Quick or Simple. But I'd need some low gearing like
34t up front. It still wouldn't be low enough for some of the hills around
here.
I am pretty sure I would get hooked on it.
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I think a carbon frame would snap under that load. ha ha!
I love the brown frame color and the leather? wrap on the kickstand.
pretty.
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Actually the kickstand wrap is left over bar tape .. the soft kind in lite
brown. Then covered with 6 coats of shellac
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 4:28:50 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote:
I think a carbon frame would snap under that load. ha ha!
I love the brown frame color and the leather? wrap
Reread my post and want to clarify what I intended despite poor wording: I
did not mean to suggest you shorten this trip at all , just to try taking
less on a short trip so there isn't a big downside if you really really
miss items x,y, or z. Grin.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Thursday, May 30,
That is superb. You've still got room for a frame bag if you need it...
Enjoy the ride!
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Mt Airy Bikes and College Park Bicycles - both fine shops. Larry Black is a supporter of Grant and College Park Bicycles is where we met for a ride and talk when Grant was on his Just Ride tour. Mt Airy Bikes can't be very far from you, Michael. Way out of my way but I understand from non-carbon
Welcome aboard!
On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 9:22 AM, jphillip...@me.com jphillip...@me.comwrote:
Hello Everyone,
I've wearied of lurking and decided to introduce myself. I'm not an
RBW owner as of yet, but I have a Hunqapillar on order along with a Betty
Foy for my wife.
I wanted to
I echo Brian's findings and also went to a 13cm stem for the 55mm Boscos on
my 58 Hunqapillar.
René
On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 3:25 PM, Dave Johnston jdi...@gmail.com wrote:
Actually in my Picture the Bosco stem at the steerer is 50 mm lower (not
40)
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The challenge of the wait is far surpassed by the joyful fruit of riding
upon arrival. May God bless you and your wife with many years of elation on
your Rivendells!
With abandon,
Patrick
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 10:22:14 AM UTC-6, jphil...@me.com wrote:
Hello Everyone,
I've wearied
Agreed, I have a 13cm stem with Bosco Bars, would not want to go shorter.
On May 30, 2013 6:07 PM, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote:
I echo Brian's findings and also went to a 13cm stem for the 55mm Boscos
on my 58 Hunqapillar.
René
On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 3:25 PM, Dave Johnston
The wait is absolutely worth it. I'm looking forward to seeing both your
new bikes and know that you'll both have many happy miles on them.
Aloha,
Bob
On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 12:08 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote:
The challenge of the wait is far surpassed by the joyful fruit of
Thanks everyone for the welcome!
Some weekends, when I can't stand the wait any longer, I drive over to Riv
from Berkeley and take a Hunqapillar or Sam Hillborne or the
proto-Appalousa out for a short spin.
Perhaps I better make another trip over there soon before I get any
crankier and my
Shawn, sounds perfect!
Cheers,
David
On Wed, May 29, 2013 at 8:27 PM, Shawn Granton
urbanadventurelea...@gmail.com wrote:
Hello folks-
Just wanted to let you all know about a Riv-esque ride I'm putting
together for Pedalpalooza, Portland's big bike fun festival:
I believe my SO was one of the (if not THE) last one(s)... It has beautiful
paint, but no creme headtube (all green). It has canti studs, too. It's
PERFECT.
Tom Allingham has a QB and SO... What say ye, Tom?
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 5:23:47 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote:
I would love to try a
Kelly proves (once again) that all vacations are not created equal... Have
a great (and safe) week, and send pics!!
BB
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 5:38:08 PM UTC-4, Tom Harrop wrote:
That is superb. You've still got room for a frame bag if you need it...
Enjoy the ride!
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I've used a Pearl and a Diablo with no problems and no break in. I use drop
bars that are slightly lower than my saddle.
I also use a 90-110 stem on a 54.5 top tube bike and ride at a medium-to
slightly fast medium speed and cadence. I think that the comfort of the
saddle depends on a lot of
Looks like the right amount of stuff to me.
On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 12:03 PM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote:
We are headed for a week on the Cowboy Trail. Here is the Bomba after
she was loaded up and test ridden.
Managed some high speed down hills, dirt, curbs, coffee and assorted
Well put Shawn M.
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On May 30, 2013, at 1:52 PM, shawn m. smula...@gmail.com wrote:
I guess I never considered 'unracer' to be equivalent to 'anti-racer'. I've
never been a racer, but I'm a long-time fan of events like the Classics,
BORAF, etc. I find the 'Unracer'
Order inthanks for doing this. Bikes coffee, esp. here in Portland,
what a great combo!
Dennis in PDX
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 9:30:30 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote:
OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a
store...but I think it's a go.
Some additional items
College Park Bikes and Mt. Airy Bikes can be pretty Rivish -- I believe
they're dealers, and CP was a stop on Grant's book tour. Same owners, both
worth a stop if you're in the area. CP has an amazing ceiling full of
vintage steel, and Mt. Airy has lots of tandems and other less-mainstream
Thanks everybody! Somehow I have ended up with one of each both 58cm,
(notice the passive voice - I am sure I had nothing to do with it) and am
considering getting rid of one. Or of both and riding my Atlantis single
speed which I have done before and enjoyed.
Micjhael, I am sure you would get
WCS Crankset and BB set sold.
Everything else still available.
On Monday, May 27, 2013 10:05:17 PM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote:
Ritchey Logic crankset has been claimed.
And, notez-bien; the Shimano BB is actually a UN-72, 73x107mm variant.
Thx.
Kieran
On Monday, May 27, 2013 11:53:41 AM
Hi,
What a great group of bike riders this forum has. Thank you for the advice on
the choice of tires for the AHH. Not sure which was I will go right now, but
am having fun looking at all of the tires. Once the bike is put together I
will post pictures.
Thanks again,
Curtis
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I'm interested to hear how quick Brad goes through this first batch. A lot
of pent up enthusiasm!
Cheers,
David
On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 5:59 PM, Dennis Hogan hoga...@gmail.com wrote:
Order inthanks for doing this. Bikes coffee, esp. here in Portland,
what a great combo!
Dennis in PDX
I'll be working that day Shawn. Bummer. I'm sure the route will be great.
Hope you have great weather too.
--mike
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Order in. Now I just need lapels...
Not much coin for lasting coolness. I figure I can put off that Pentel Graph
1000 for another week. ;^)
Philip
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You have a Quick One!
Cheers,
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On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 2:22 PM, Christopher Murray
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I can't add anything else in terms of their differences but do have a
story. I bought a SimpleOne and when it showed up it was scratched.
Rivendell took it back and as
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