I agree that Dave's AHH is a fantastic color. If I remember correctly,
that frameset was ordered with custom painting to be burnt orange and
there was some error/misunderstanding that led to the frame being painted a
color the buyer didn't want so RBW had another frame painted and Dave
Are the P55's for 700c wheels also Hudson ? I see them advertised as 26
, but as noted SKS says 20-28(700c) from the ebook link above.
On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 9:50:26 AM UTC-4, Hudson Doerge wrote:
They are indeed longer than the original fenders. Although now rivendell
has all
On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 3:14:52 PM UTC-4, BenG wrote:
It is confusing what fits what, and how long they actually are. When
fitting fenders to a Rivendell mystery bike, I found that the rear
longboard is the longest extrusion available in any given width/radius
combination, so I
Hi Marc,
I rode much of the round last weekend road conditions are great. I haven't
decided if I will be camping or just driving over each day. Hoping to bring a
few like-minded cyclist with me.
-Mike
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On Aug 24, 2015, at 09:47, Marc Irwin irwin7...@gmail.com wrote:
I
Contemplating selling my nearly new Sam. Pretty standard Riv drop bar build.
Literally about 100 miles on it. I just think I want a bike more trail worthy
than the Sam.
I'm posting to see interest so let me know if it's in your ballpark and I'll
send pics.
Looking for $2k
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I'm not big on bikes in earth tones (or cars). While black bikes look
beautiful, invisible bike riders in low morning and evening sunlight and
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On Mon, Aug 24, 2015 at 7:20 AM, Surlyprof jmcclu...@gmail.com wrote:
Riv appears to have them: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb91.htm
John
On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 11:08:00 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com
Thanks Jim! As mentioned, I can get them direct from Riv, just wondering if
someone had a set they weren't using/didn't need.
On Mon, Aug 24, 2015 at 7:38 AM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net
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I think I have something.
Let me check tonight. Then I could stick in an envelope.
On
Thanks for the follow-up. I'm an 8-speed setup tops, testing out 9-speed on
a new build, so I've little experience with these chainrings myself.
I never asked compatibility questions about these chainrings when I took
over the inventory, but I'm guessing as they were made 15 years ago or so
Hi Riv owners,
Anyone got one of these they'd be willing to part with? If so, please
message me off-list.
Thanks!
Rory
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I think I have something.
Let me check tonight. Then I could stick in an envelope.
On Aug 23, 2015, at 11:07 PM, cyclotourist wrote:
Anybody have an extra one to get rid of?
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb91.htm
Need to get some A-bars set up and running.
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Levers are spoken for, thanks for the interest, internet friends!
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One set traditional, close to NOS. Slight shop wear. Perfect hoods.
One set aero levers,
John's Irish strap, Dutch triple strap, bell 26, spare loud springs for
bell, the Columbine chain hanger is nice to add to a bike without a chain
hanger, Boeshield, Obenauf's, cycling cap, small tools
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On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 10:09:39 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote:
John's Irish strap, Dutch triple strap, bell 26, spare loud springs for
bell, the Columbine chain hanger is nice to add to a bike without a chain
hanger, Boeshield, Obenauf's, cycling cap, small tools
Both items are now spoken for.
Thanks,
David
Chicago
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 10:03:22 AM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote:
Sorta OT, but not really as Riv sells the Aeropress.
Switched up my coffee-outside kit which doubles as my work-coffee kit, so
I have some coffee-related items to pass
18% I'm standing. I really don't like to sit and grind a grad that steep,
so I just stand up and use my weight to make the pedals spin. The key is
always to go at such a pace that you aren't in the red the whole time.
On Friday, August 21, 2015 at 6:29:29 PM UTC-5, Lungimsam wrote:
So I rode
Riv appears to have them: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb91.htm
John
On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 11:08:00 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
Anybody have an extra one to get rid of?
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb91.htm
Need to get some A-bars set up and running.
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I double checked my Hillborne after reading this thread. I hadn't caught
that warning when I replaced my single with a double and this thread made
me nervous. Mine is a 2012 and has the u-section plate that Tim referred
to. It is the thinner metal but the u-section seats the kickstand
I got back from last week's ride along the Michigan lake shore. I will be
waiting until later in the week to make reservations for the rally on the 25th
of Sept. So far I have only received 2 confirmations in the mail. According
to the responses I've had, I expect 10-12 for the weekend. $20
I'm putting together a Riv order to take advantage of a birthday coupon and
thought I'd treat myself to some extras this year.
What are your favorite small items (under $20) that Riv carries?
Bike or non-bike related items welcomed.
Thanks,
David
Chicago
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Sorta OT, but not really as Riv sells the Aeropress.
Switched up my coffee-outside kit which doubles as my work-coffee kit, so I
have some coffee-related items to pass on.
1. Aeropress - bought from Riv awhile back, comes with about half the
original filters (which is still a LOT), the filter
Contemplating selling my Sam as I feel I may need a more trail worthy
steed. Basically a standard drop bar Riv build. I am looking to see if
there is interest. Really only have around 100 miles on the bike and I
feel it may not be for me. Orange, Taiwanese build, single TT, side pull
brake.
I'm getting a lot of suggestions for the Dyad from this and other sources.
Probably going that way.
Thanks to all,
Jim in Scottsdale
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I decided that I'm going to build this up as my commuter/light tourer,
replacing my current too-small-for-me Bridgestone 450 of the same year, or
possibly the year after. I've been riding the 450 to 5 miles work every day
for almost 8 years, and I even toured
Great!, let me know.
Marc
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 11:00:36 AM UTC-4, CapNMike wrote:
Hi Marc,
I rode much of the round last weekend road conditions are great. I haven't
decided if I will be camping or just driving over each day. Hoping to bring
a few like-minded cyclist with me.
With 650B wheels, this bike is going to be AWESOME! With sidepull brakes, it's an ideal conversion. It'll look better than the following photo, which already looks good:http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1987/pages/bridgestone-1987-22.htm-Original Message-
From: Robert Bolesta
I paid close attention on today's abbreviated (Shouldn't that word be
shorter? Sardonic grin.) ride, particularly pulling on the handlebars. I
pull on them, both sides equally with each stroke (which obviously
alternates feet sides), and only to the point of equilibrium or less with
the
Never owned a car. Commute to work has always been short though as I live
just on the outskirts of downtown. Between 3-5km.
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 1:35:35 AM UTC-5, Andre Rosario wrote:
I live in the SF Bay Area and I've been carless since moving here 8 years
ago. Most of my commute
Twice this year (since replacing my front chainrings for the first time since
Riv’s original install of the Sugino rings) I’ve gotten a puzzling
squeelch/creaking when cranking. After tightening my chainring bolts (which at
most took a 1/4 turn), it vanished to blissful silence. I’m planning on
where is it physically located?
a photo would be nice
thanks
bo
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Patrick,
They shouldn't be coming loose.
Are you using a chain ring tool to tighten them?
http://www.parktool.com/product/chainring-nut-wrench-cnw-2
Instead of beeswax try *removable* locktite on the threads of the bolts.
Also tighten them as you would a wheel on your car..skipping each bolt as
Thanks, Jon. The scent of Locktite is problematic, and I'm fairly certain I
didn't use beeswax when I put them on before. I don't have a chainring
wrench, but spinning bolts isn't a problem so far.
With abandon,
Patrick
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I'm sort of carless and rely on bicycles for transportation. My wife owns a
car, so our family is not technically carless, though I rarely use the car
on my own. I average about 10-15 miles a day in commutes, then recreational
riding throughout the week weekend.
This has been dwindling lately
I almost always going to John's Irish strap, and often where one is a belt so
that it is always handy. There's also the wooden Rivendell yo-yo which is sort
of hard to pass up - I got one with my last order. I also got one of the NItto
factory hats which are kind of a kick in the pants. The
I really like that Legolas red. Does anyone know the story behind the Carter's
Rivendell's? I see a picture on the inter-webs with both Jimmy and Rosalyn
standing astride to Rivendell's. Hopis doing OK. I have not yet checked the
news today.
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Dave's burnt orange/copper/root beer Homer is almost as beautiful as an
orange-with-gold-iridescent-shimmer Rambouillet.
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My slightly vague memory is that Grant gave President Carter a Riv (not sure
about a second one) in appreciation for his humanitarian work.
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Have you ever used one? They're quite the pain to install, and do a fabulous
job of roughing up the paint. No worries if it's for a non-fabulous-paint
frame, but otherwise I wouldn't advise it.
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Here are my thoughts:
0-1y Kids typically do not have enough neck strength to be safe in a bike
seat with a helmet on. When I had a bakfiets/box bike, I just strapped an
infant car seat into the box. In the netherlands, parents often strap an
infant seat to the back rack, perhaps with a local
Willow chainrings were made around the time that 9-speed was starting to
appear, but Riv was years away from selling any 9-speed stuff. They may or may
not work depending on application, but they were developed for 5/6/7/8-speed
drivetrains.
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Pine tar soap.
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 11:10:52 AM UTC-7, Alan Pickett wrote:
I almost always going to John's Irish strap, and often where one is a
belt so that it is always handy. There's also the wooden Rivendell yo-yo
which is sort of hard to pass up - I got one with my last
Anybody have an extra one to get rid of?
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb91.htm
Need to get some A-bars set up and running.
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There is a product out called Cold eze, or something like that. Suffer the
symptoms without antihistamines, etc,, drink lots of fluids, rest and take
the Cold eze, which contains zinc. I am convinced it shortens the life of
the virus.
Feel better.
On Sun, Aug 23, 2015 at 2:52 PM, Patrick Moore
I live in the SF Bay Area and I've been carless since moving here 8 years ago.
Most of my commute mileage is covered by the BART (subway), and I only have to
ride to and from BART stations. I'd guess that I end up riding 10-20 miles a
week.
Being carless is great. Low maintenance costs, no
Bandana(s). I've never had too many bandanas.
Aaron Young
The Dalles, OR
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Pine tar soap.
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 11:10:52 AM UTC-7, Alan Pickett wrote:
I almost always going to John's Irish strap, and
test
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Hi David,
I started carrying our son in a BoBike Classic Mini on the front of my
Bleriot when he was about 9 months old. This was a great setup to begin
with, and the optional windshield really made a big difference for winter
riding. When he outgrew that (at about 2 years), we transitioned
Hey gang,
James, Co-owner of Gravel Grind in Frederick MD here. We’re the new kids
on the Riv Dealer block. Just a quick heads up to the list about our shop
and some of things we sell. Quick once over on the shop: we only sell
steel bikes, and we generally only try to sell bikes with
Loctite blue - your application is what it is made for:
http://www.loctiteproducts.com/p/t_lkr_blue/overview/Loctite-Threadlocker-Blue-242.htm
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 9:37:21 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Twice this year (since replacing my front chainrings for the first time
since
I think the color party on the rear rack makes up for it :)
On Mon, Aug 24, 2015 at 7:27 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote:
I'm not big on bikes in earth tones (or cars). While black bikes look
beautiful, invisible bike riders in low morning and evening sunlight and
bad weather are dumb.
Pretty sure that is a Joe Starck built custom and not an Atlantis (see
comments). -Norm in PDX
President Jimmy Carter with his Rivendell Atlantis
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I have a Hilsen, but that bike stays in Nantucket. I commute on a KVA
stainless. Was at the Andersonville / Hollywood beach a couple evenings
ago. The sky was full of dragonflies. So cool. The native plant
restoration long the lake front is really getting results.
On Monday, August 24,
My wife and our 2 and 5 year old love their Bike Friday Haul-a-Day. So far
they use it for going to Mass and back on Sunday. It's steeper hills and
dirt trails with some parts she's not comfortable riding to go anywhere
else (like grocery shopping), but that day may come. We will see. She uses
I use the Nitto R12 and it works great - no mess on the paint, and you put
a piece of inner tube or helicopter tape in critical spots.
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 1:55:41 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
Have you ever used one? They're quite the pain to install, and do a
fabulous job of
newbaums
brake shoes
water bottles
tubes
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Clear chain stay protector
Roll of twine
Silver shifter extra metal and plastic washers
Schwalbe SV 12 650b tubes
Pleatscher one leg kickstand and rubber foot
Brass ferrules
Gray brake housings cables kit
Gray shifter housing and cables kit
Spanninga fender taillight
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Hi Folks:
I'm strongly considering a Sam Hillborne, 62 size to be exact. I'd like to
base this decision from a test fit and ride rather a wanting desire. Are
there any 62 owners (would consider size up/down from that if needed) in
New England? I'm in southern ME, but would consider travel
Two words. Torque wrench. I like my Effetto Mariposa.
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 11:37:21 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Twice this year (since replacing my front chainrings for the first time
since Riv’s original install of the Sugino rings) I’ve gotten a puzzling
squeelch/creaking
Danger-butt or mini-danger-butt safety triangles.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 8:54:50 AM UTC-6, David Banzer wrote:
I'm putting together a Riv order to take advantage of a birthday coupon
and thought I'd treat myself to some extras this year.
What are your favorite
Matthew, do you have a Hillborne?
I saw one with a double TT on Clark in Andersonville the other day.
On Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 12:17:18 PM UTC-5, Lungimsam wrote:
On average would you say?
Urban, suburban, or rural?
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We are mostly carless, with a 2 year old and another on the way. I take my 2
year old to daycare in a back of the bike seat (Yepp Maxi). If you have your
child on daycare close to where you live, it is a nice way to ease into it. For
us, having a short and safe route probably helped with the
Why would beeswax ever be used for this application? Is it a manufacturer
recommendation or a Riv recommend thing?
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So last Friday I celebrated my 44th with an Atlantis ramble totaling 44
miles. I had zero plan or destination, just started going. Weather was
awesome, route ended up with a little of everything. Pavement, trail, dirt,
gravel, and a refreshing creek crossing or three. Did up some coffee, sat
Straps for frame pumps. Steel spacers for rack attachment.
dougP
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 7:54:50 AM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote:
I'm putting together a Riv order to take advantage of a birthday coupon
and thought I'd treat myself to some extras this year.
What are your favorite small
Your shop looks and sounds fantastic!
Philip
www.biketinker.com
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 1:11:09 PM UTC-7, Gravel Grind Espresso +
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Hey gang,
James, Co-owner of Gravel Grind in Frederick MD here. We’re the new
kids on the Riv Dealer block. Just a quick heads up to the
Surlyprof
Thanks for the Dave's AHH link. Nice color, a variation of the Coppertone
color. Still favoring more of pure red.
John Hawrylak
Woodstown NJ
On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 11:06:49 PM UTC-4, Surlyprof wrote:
It was driving me crazy trying to remember where I had seen a red
Patrick,
If you get to a high torque without a chain ring wrench the nut will spin.
They are pretty inexpensive. Also make sure there is no grease on the
threads.
If you are sensitive to Loctite you can try this...have a friend or family
member put Loctite on the threads and let it dry. Then
I've found the best way for I to tighten all the bolts, including the
hidden one, is zero grease, zero anything ! No loctite , nothin' . Clean
clean clean. This way I do not even need that *silly and not very good at
what it's supposed to do* chainring bolt tool.Just tighten them ,
My mistake, I do have p50s in both longboard and original. The longboards are
longer than the original. My understanding is that the p55s are shorter than
the p50s because they are designed to also work with 26 tires. So I believe
the p55 longboards would be longer than the original p55s, but
David:
I think I have a half. I've never gotten both pieces into the assembly.
I'll dig around let you know.
doug
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 7:45:01 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
Thanks Jim! As mentioned, I can get them direct from Riv, just wondering
if someone had a set they
Bo
can you post a picture of the BMW Motorcycle red??? I remember BMW 2002s
in red.
John Hawrylak
Woodstown NJ
On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 6:36:29 PM UTC-4, bo richardson wrote:
i had my Tanguy repainted in a closeish match to BMW motorcycle red.
little tomato, but still red red
not
Deac, I do find it necessary to make sure the nut is not spinning, either
with the tool or wedging in a beefy screwdriver. At least in the rainy NW,
grease is a must. I don't typically use a torque wrench but I do finish off
with a long ratchet allen head. At my age I can't rely on my own
Thanks, gents! Chainring wrench on the way!
With abandon,
Patrick
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Musgo Real Shave Cream is real good stuff.
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 9:54:50 AM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote:
I'm putting together a Riv order to take advantage of a birthday coupon
and thought I'd treat myself to some extras this year.
What are your favorite small items (under $20) that
With the Miami Vice ACW Ferrari patch to help you avoid any Colombian neck
ties!
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 6:45:45 PM UTC-6, Mark Wilkins wrote:
Hmmm. Maybe I need a new coffee mug first...
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Keven at Riv picked this red for my new Roadeo
On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 11:38:35 AM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote:
Did Rivendell ever use a shade of RED on their standard models??? If so
can anyone provide a photo or a link to an article, reader, etc describing
or showing it?
I thought
My own 44th is coming up (2 months from today), and I think I'll have to do the
same thing.
Hmmm. Maybe I need a new coffee mug first...
Sent from my iPhone
On Aug 24, 2015, at 19:39, 'jinxed' via RBW Owners Bunch
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So last Friday I celebrated my
Pictures here: https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0859UlCqlD9Li
Saddle and pedals not included.
On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 4:48:40 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote:
I really like this bike and I hate to sell it, but I need to thin the
heard and it is the most superfluous bike I have. These are
DonThanks for the photo. Do you have a closer shot.John HawrylakWoodstown NJOn 08/24/15, Don Comptondpco...@gmail.com wrote:Keven at Riv picked this red for my new RoadeoOn Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 11:38:35 AM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote:Did Rivendell ever use a shade of RED on their standard
Sir,
Do you plan to offer a larger mug? 9 oz? I need that much before my feet even
hit the floor!!
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Order in! The patch will be great on my large Saddlesack.
Chris Johnson
Sanger, Texas
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Ginz,
I brew into a 20 Kleen Kanteen that is also my third water bottle (lowest),
and with cream I get three mugs an none of them cool off too much before I
drink them slowly.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 8:26:49 PM UTC-6, Ginz wrote:
Sir,
Do you plan to offer a
I guess, since the stainless/olive keeps calling me, the right number of ACW
mugs is n + 1. Besides, it looks like a perfect match for my Hilsen.
Chris Johnson
Sanger, Texas
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I've had some interest in the rack and wanted to clarify that I'm hoping to
sell the bike first (or with). As long as the bike is in my stable I'd like
to keep the rack on there (and fenders around) if I'm going to use it. Will
update the thread accordingly if the bike sells and the rack and
Half may be better than none!
On Mon, Aug 24, 2015 at 4:50 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote:
David:
I think I have a half. I've never gotten both pieces into the
assembly. I'll dig around let you know.
doug
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