[RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

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[RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

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[RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

Patrick—Sure thing: https://photos.app.goo.gl/vfSWMxR4cgnUjusj2 Some pics of it folded on the train, its half folded kickstand, my sister-in-law riding it at night (dynohub + lights), and out on a fire road. It has 16" wheels, 35mm wide so as long as the road isn't an absolute mess, you can

[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

Christopher, I like 'em a lot. I'm notoriously nervous and weird in social situations which prevents me from visiting the shop more often, but when I manage to get myself there everyone is also so kind to me. As much as I appreciate the bikes and parts and the way Grant/Riv has changed cycling,

[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

Rivendell is just amazing. If you can’t think of 5 incredible things that the folks of Riv have done then you either aren’t paying attention or haven’t been around long enough. Rivendell’s existence makes the world a better place— even if it is only one tiny corner of that world. I firmly

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Bickering, bike builds and FS posts..I'm all for it. I guess y'all can have your ride reports, too, although I don't think I've ever read one in my life. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I like to think of them as "lively discussions". dougP On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 8:45:39 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Maybe we should bicker more. It’s always more interesting when we’re > bickering. > > Bill who you calling Lindsay? > El Cerrito Ca -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Mine arrived yesterday...must say well done :) ! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Maybe we should bicker more. It’s always more interesting when we’re bickering. Bill who you calling Lindsay? El Cerrito Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] Question off topic mostly

I have ridden my NWT with drop bars many thousands of miles, including long tours around Michigan and through various mountain ranges in the east, both loaded with panniers (and several times with a large SaddleSack--my favorite) and towing the trailer. I agree with D. Patrick that it's

Re: [RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

On Thu, May 17, 2018 at 5:45 PM, dstein wrote: > ... We should ban 'bump' posts though (I'm guilty of a few myself). > I dislike immediate and frequent bumps, but a bump or 2 each separated by a week doesn't bother me, and I'll often look at a FS post after a bump when I

[RBW] Re: WTB Shimano STI 2x9 Shifter

Thanks for th offer. I think I have a lead on an ultegra set but will let you know. I can still send some Information on the bar ends if interested. On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 9:18:27 PM UTC-7, Paul G wrote: > I have some 2008 Sora 2x9 STI levers that I'd be happy to part with. Better > on

Re: [RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

Matt: I'd love to see a photo. Fits in overhead bin and handles fire roads -- sounds like a winning niche product! On Thu, May 17, 2018 at 5:45 PM, Matt wrote: > I can't say enough glowing things about my Brompton if folding is your > priority (and there are myriad

[RBW] Re: Bleriot sighting, Arlington Massachusetts

I've seen that one riding around, i waved and yawped "Bleriot" but the person riding didn't hear me. It's a beauty with hammered fenders, nicely swept back bars. That was a great frame Arlington cops - in my limited to one year experience here - are really rough on cyclists [i camping out in

[RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

Justin, here's the link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27535193 Fruitvale BART to Coyote Springs. Both Union City and Fremont BART not far from Coyote Springs. Coyote Springs is fun in and of itself. Crandall Creek trail is the termination at Coyote Springs but if you go the other way,

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I appreciate the FS posts because I've benefited greatly mostly as a buyer, and an occasional seller. I like the idea of encouraging high quality transactions somehow, but I'm sure others can propose better ways to do that. I also appreciate ride reports, and perhaps I should post more

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

This is really awesome. Thank you to everyone who put it together! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Los Angeles, checking in empty-handed. Will be in SF next weekend, might make the pilgrimage for my copy. Not mad about it. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Question off topic mostly

Kelly, This is for sale locally. It looks like a good deal and you could probably get them down in price— $600 maybe? I could facilitate pick up and drop off at a shop to be shipped. If you could get a good deal it would be hard to go wrong. I’ve had many small wheeled bikes (including 3 bike

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

Thanks for all the comments! Buying new they have stated that if I get it and don't like it I am able to send it back for the cost of freight. Which is why I'm going to go ahead with the tandem. I'm not ready to dump my fleet of Rivendel's but am / have changed my goals - in retirement

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

Jeff! I’ve had a few hundred wonderful miles because you put this Beam back in the wild! I hope you found one your size! Patrick! You nudged me over the edge into QB ownership! Bob! Great tip. I will check that out next time I ride that way. Great Raeland, btw. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

I can't say enough glowing things about my Brompton if folding is your priority (and there are myriad resources out there for touring with them if that's what you're looking to do; start with pathlesspedaled.com). It's the bike I ride the most because it's my commuter and my city bike. I

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I think it is still a healthy mix and enjoy the FS and regular posts. The FS posts have increased but there's still a lot of great other non-FS type content on here. Could always use more ride reports. But the general musings are fun to read. We should ban 'bump' posts though (I'm guilty of a

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

> > Oh, and I vote to make MartyG's headbadge poster the cover. > >> > Hmmm...not a bad idea. Might have to tweak things a bit. I was thinking it >> could be a classic centerfold, but a cover is a nice idea. >> > BTW - the address for me listed on the Gazettes is a very, very, old one. Just

[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

Patrick—Yes, I was the one that just sold the Bon Jons. The old Ram specs chart I found said max 37mm so didn't want to chance it, but as soon as I got them mounted it was clear the 38s would fit. (And of course right after that I found a thread someone posted with the same experience... so it

[RBW] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I too appreciate the FS posts. Sometimes things are selling that Riv ran out of, or no longer stocking. It's a nice second (or third or 20th) chance to pick up a good Riv item. Hopefully with spring in effect we will ride a bit more and have more ride reports. -- You received this message

[RBW] Question off topic mostly

I agree with the others to make sure you ride a New World Tourist first. Even by small-wheeler standards - I've owned a bunch of folders - I found the handling kinda twitchy and weird, and it's just about useless as a traditional folding bike. Admittedly it's advertised as a suitcase bike, but

[RBW] Re: FS: NITTO Pearl stems (new-ish)

Bump:26 clamp still available. It is the one with the discoloration on the neck in the pic earlier up the thread. Don;t know how it got there just sat in the steerer tube and was ridden for less than 500 miles. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

Thank you Reed and Grant, and all others who contributed, for making this incredible resource available. I haven't read many Readers as I am relatively new to the Rivendell family. I was aware of Riv in 1995, but not the Readers. Yesterday I had some time away from home, so managed to read

Re: [RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

It depends on what you're looking to accomplish. I spent thousands of dollars on a custom Bike Friday NWT, dreaming of having a bike with me whenever I traveled. After three trips I sold it at a significant loss. A Friday is almost as much trouble to pack and carry around boxed as a traditional

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

I've considered their bikes before, but once I realized just how long/high of a "stem" I'd need to get a similar position to my 60cm Bombadil , I cannot imagine how it feel very solid and stable compared to a regular frame. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Question off topic mostly

Have you ridden 20” wheeled bikes? They handle ... erm ... different from Rivendells. Twitchy. High strung. If you haven’t ridden a Bike Friday, be sure to ride one before switching up the stable. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Question off topic mostly

I’m looking at a bike Friday tandem and a bike Friday world tour for me. Anyone have any experience with either I don’t have the post ready yet but am considering selling 61cm roadeo in new condition 64 cm bombadil. Mind isn’t made up yet just thinking about it. Kelly 314-799-4743

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

I love the Columbia Trail! And Patrick is spot on -- it is amazing how the vibe of a place changes with some different light. If you want some variation of the ride, instead of an out-and-back, take Raritan River Road for a portion of the way -- it runs right alongside the South Branch of the

[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

Yay!! New Rambouilet pics online!!! My favorite Rivmodel!! Thanks for the pics!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

Thank you again, Reed, Grant, and everybody who helped. I keep thinking about the coffee table book idea, and how great it would be. I would sure buy one. Wouldn't it be great if we could get enough commitments to do a limited-edition bulk publishing and give the profits back to Rivendell.

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Single Speed/Dynamo Wheelset. Velocity Atlas, White Industries, Shimano Dynamo, Compass SBH Tires

It is not Eccentric - standard ENO. I was using a rear derailleur as a tensioner, thus it worked perfectly with a 16/18 DOS freewheel and 46/34 chainrings. Silver! Thanks for noticing my good taste! David On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 11:50:38 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > You've said it's a

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

I envy y'all your firm dirt surfaces. We have some nice riding along the river, if you aren't looking for untold miles of uninterrupted paths or roads, but I've found that 50 mm (actual) is the minimum that makes riding this dirt pleasant, and 60 mm is better. I'd love to try some Compass EL

[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

I've always found the website lovely even back when it had a tweed borderloved it. On Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 6:36:30 PM UTC-5, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > It's not up to me, but I wish the subject titles like "Frustrated by Riv's > lack of inventory" wouldn't stay alive for weeks. It

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

One more update! I've now added the last few files folks were kind enough to share, including: An index file listing all article titles, which can be searched. RR00 BOB Gazette #1 and #2 Full credit where credit is due! Main credit to Grant Petersen, who published these wonderful magazines and

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

I got mine yesterday and went through it at lunch...great catalog. I love the hand drawings and all the artwork. It really makes me want to go riding. On Monday, May 14, 2018 at 2:05:09 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Just got the mail and there it was - the promised Riv catalog! I'm

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Parts, Accessories (lotsa)

*Updated and added some more! Bike Parts for Sale TLDR: (but make sure to read below on condtion of certain items!!) Shipping not included. Photos: https://goo.gl/photos/9NfCPWYZ6BJEL13f6 Brooks Challenge Tool Saddle Bag, Black, $20 Shimano LX V-Brake, $7 IRD Top Shifter Mounts Only:

Re: [RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

Will post after the meeting I’m in… > On May 17, 2018, at 9:44 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I think that's essentially the Bay Trail. I really like climbing, but I have > done the Bay Trail route a few times. Not in the last 5 years, though > > Bill > >> On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

John, Always nice to see a ride report - many thanks! Looks like a pleasant excursion; glad you had fun. How do you like your Moustache/Albastache bars? Best, Richard On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 7:02:24 AM UTC-4, Wally Estrella wrote: > > HEAR! HEAR! > > > A Quickbeam, Jack Brown's and some

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Single Speed/Dynamo Wheelset. Velocity Atlas, White Industries, Shimano Dynamo, Compass SBH Tires

You've said it's a White Industries ENO hub, and you've said it's 135mm and FW only (not track and not flip-flop). The things I can't determine from the photos are: Is it an Eccentric ENO? I assume yes, because you show it on a bike with vertical dropouts Is it Silver? I assume yes, because

[RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

I think that's essentially the Bay Trail. I really like climbing, but I have done the Bay Trail route a few times. Not in the last 5 years, though Bill On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 9:12:20 AM UTC-7, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > Kellie- > What’s the route? Inquiring minds in a East Oakland want

[RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

Kellie- What’s the route? Inquiring minds in a East Oakland want to know! Do you have a GPS or google map? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

Bill: from your start ride to Union City Blvd. and cut in at Eden shores. >From there a NO CAR route, some of it gravel, all the way to High St. in Oakland. Depending on how many miles you want there's bailout Bart stations all the way to Richmond. The trail I'm suggesting skirts the Bay with

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Single Speed/Dynamo Wheelset. Velocity Atlas, White Industries, Shimano Dynamo, Compass SBH Tires

Dynamo wheel is sold. Rear single speed wheel is still available. Thanks, David On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 7:34:19 PM UTC-5, David B wrote: > > Let’s split it down the middle. $150 plus shipping for either wheel. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Jim, Good timing for me as i just sold a bunch of things. Part of what makes selling things on this group different is that most people are selling things that they genuinely like but no longer use or were not quite right for them. Its pretty curated when you compare to other groups as a

[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

Great photos, Matt. I live in Santa Monica and use my Hillborne on the fire roads. My Rambouillet lives in the Owens Valley / Long Valley and stays mostly on the road. Keith -- I agree that we are spoiled in California. Even last year when the ski mountain got 45 feet of snow, there were

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Maybe make a the FS/FT section a "sticky" at the top of the forum? That way, all of the posts around those topics are contained in one area? I also feel if you want to sell on this list and benefit from its membership, you should be willing to give you actual name and have a minimum number

[RBW] Ram in the Dirt

Matt, that's beautiful and looks like lots of fun! I have the exact same bag setup on my Ram. I still think of mine as too precious to ride in the dirt, but I probably need to get over that. On another note, I love them but I'm always a bit awe struck, conflicted and envious when I see

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I'm new to this forum and this is my first post. I've been a follower of Rivendell and Grant Peterson since the mid-90s. Always wanted one of their bikes, but hasn't been in the budget. Found this forum and enjoy it very much - very informative and have gained a lot of knowledge. Thank you to

Re: [RBW] WTB Shimano STI 2x9 Shifter

I should have a pair of Ultegra or Dura-Ace 2x9 brifters kicking around the parts boxes. These would be pre-hidden cable, so maybe a little less sleek than the new posted Soras---but the lever blades are silver. Lemme know if you want me to root around On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 10:54 PM,

[RBW] Re: Sprung Spring

Patrick, Delightful photographs and prose. Thanks for brightening my day and reminding me to enjoy riding regardless of the conditions. Thanks, Erl On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 3:33:48 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In which aspens unfurl their leaves overnight, hawks are hawkish and >

[RBW] WTB Shimano STI 2x9 Shifter

This listing says backwards compatible. https://www.merlincycles.com/shimano-sora-r3000-road-bike-gear-levers-9-speed-108904.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

Matt, Great photos. It is great how versatile Rivs are and how they can adequately handle so many different riding conditions. We are on day 5 of constant rain in the mid-Atlantic, so your sunny photos are a nice antidote. Thanks, Erl On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 12:24:02 AM UTC-4, Matt wrote:

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

The Riv Catalog arrived here in PGH on Tuesday. I ran through it quickly, just to get a quick fix, then sat down with a cuppa and fell into every page and photo. Just what I needed to start my mind spinning(again) about an upcoming Atlantis build(USA). Rusty Click Pgh, PA On Monday, May

[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

Lovely! Just got back from a rainy 6am jaunt. We had a crazy weather event here in the Hudson Valley on Tuesday, and the damage is extreme: Many many trees, power lines, roofs, etc. are down. We had to take different roads, and on the path sections, I had to climb over or around at least a

[RBW] WTB Shimano STI 2x9 Shifter

Does anyone know if these Sora 2x9 shifters index well with the older Shimano 8/9/10 speed derailleurs, or are they intended for the newer 11 sp mechs that require a different cable pull? - Max “I need to write all of this down on index cards” in A2 -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

I am in the longer legs than torso group and was in between a 51cm 26" and 53cm 650B MIT Atlantis. I did not want 26" wheels. The stand over of the 53 works for me but my shorter torso and the longer top tube of the 53 was an issue for drop bars. The zero analog stem will allow me to use Nitto

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Thanks, Jim, for bringing this up. My thoughts: - By far, my experiences of learning, providing info to others, and buying/selling on this group have been great. A very, very few not so much... - I agree with most of the others that separating FS/WTB/WTT posts from others

[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

One day I'll be in a position to buy a new Rivendell frame (right now rigging up daughter's bikes to take to college - she'll be living in a condo 2 miles off campus). In the meantime, shop Rivendell whenever they have what I need and have never been disappointed. -- You received this

[RBW] RIV Catalog Arrived

Got mine yesterday, right after test riding a Ritchey Timberwolf (been missing owning a mountain bike). All that combined with a trip to Riv HQ two days ago, makes me want a 650b Hunq more than ever. The new Atlantis is so silky smooth, too. Leafing through the catalog and talking to Vince,

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

HEAR! HEAR! A Quickbeam, Jack Brown's and some gravel from 207 land last week-end. Sometimes I think of going w/ 38s (Soma Shikoro's maybe?) I go on a ride then say "JB's all the way every day!"