[RBW] Re: FS: Canti Sam Hillborne 51cm, black and cream

Can vouch for the 51cm black/cream canti Hillborne! I have one and it is really wonderful. -- 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] FS - Generator wheelset, Rims, Spokes, Hubset, 62 cm Bob Jackson

Hi bobs FS items shipped by USPS flat rate. USPS money orders and personal checques preferred, paypal accepted. If you see something you want and feel differently about the asking price, make me an offer. Friends and family or chip in on the fee to the man. sorry for the cross-post from

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

Thanks Jeff. On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 5:57:01 PM UTC-8, sameness wrote: > > The catalog > > > says 28s with fenders, 35s without: > > [image: ROADINI-clearance-020519.JPG] > > >

[RBW] Re: Bike shows and Rivendell

I do totally agree it's a good thing for Rivendell to be out in the bike world a bit, very specifically in the bike world of the creators, the thinkers, the artists, the testers, the believers, their people. And others get to see what Rivendell is up to as well. I tend to believe people need

[RBW] Re: Bike shows and Rivendell

I do totally agree it's a good thing for Rivendell to be out in the bike world a bit, very specifically in the bike world of the creators, the thinkers, the artists, the testers, the believers, their people. And others get to see what Rivendell is up to as well. I tend to believe people need

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

Man, I am worn out by the “bike xyz is overbuilt” conversation. It feels like people have completely lost sight of other things that make a bike delightful to ride. My Atlantis was around 29 pounds and a bit heavy on climbs, but its handling and manners couldn’t be beat. Sure, I was about 1 mph

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

The catalog says 28s with fenders, 35s without: [image: ROADINI-clearance-020519.JPG] Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 5:33:58 PM UTC-8, John Bokman

[RBW] Lever effect of stem length et al on steering and handling

There seem to be three factors involved in the question (but correct me where I’m wrong, physics folks!): 1. Stem length 2. Bar width 3. distance of grip from in-front or behind stem bolt (I’m least certain of this of the three). Stem length: presuming steering from the stem, without bars, as

Re: [RBW] WTB: Rivendell Joe Appaloosa

Sorry Justin. Going to keep her. Contemplating builds now for spring gravel rambles. On Sun, Feb 3, 2019 at 2:02 AM Justin Wyne wrote: > I was the guy messaging you to work with me off ebay but you didn't want > to. Sounds like you are open to it after all > > > On Saturday, February 2, 2019 at

Re: [RBW] WTB: Rivendell Joe Appaloosa

Hi all, I sold the Clem earlier this week. It’s on it’s way back to the west coast as we speak. Oregon actually. On Tue, Feb 5, 2019 at 7:40 AM Will Ashe wrote: > I just realized you posted that’s it’s a 59... > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the >

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

Can't find info on how big a tire the Roadini can fit? Especially with fenders (I know some offer more clearance than others)? A roadini with 35mm tires and center pull brakes is making me think hard about a 57Maybe albastache bars On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 3:55:24 PM UTC-8, Bill

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

If you build up your Atlantis not-heavy, it won't be heavy-built. My 56cm 650B Atlantis is under 30 pounds with heavy saddle and seatpost, with heavy rims, tubes and tires, with heavy stem and hubs, with a pump, front rack and a Wald basket, and with a double chainring and front derailer. If

Re: [RBW] Floor Living

So many definitions and specifics to every situation, but I’ve found for myself, my family, and the folks I’ve worked with that any bodily transition, including to floor living, going barefoot, diet, etc., takes three months of doing it full time before it feels like a “new normal” vs. “I’m

[RBW] Re: WTB 56cm Bombadil

On Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 7:24:39 AM UTC-5, jamison brosseau wrote: > I had really good luck in my search for a 60cm Quickbeam, so lucky in fact > that I ended up with a 60 and a 62. Gonna ride them both over the winter and > see which I prefer. > Anyhow I would really like to find a

[RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

I agree. Anybody who thinks the Wavie is a copy of a Fleegle, or a Mary, or a JJ, or a JJJ bar either is deliberately overlooking the differences between those bars, or they are similarly griping on other forums about how EVERY current manufacturer of a drop bar is copying the original design

Re: [RBW] Floor Living

How long was the transitional period between traditional living and full blown floor living? -- 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] Re: MIT AHH reviews?

Looks amazing. I'm guessing that this bike is awesome in a similar way to the sidepull Hillborne.-Original Message- From: Drew Henson Sent: Feb 5, 2019 3:13 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: MIT AHH reviews? I've had one for a few months and I absolutely love it. Luckily the

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

I would expect more Mixte Boots Wilson, less Traveling Wilbury. -J On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 9:49:21 AM UTC-8, masmojo wrote: > > I am on board with the Mixte concept Grant has in mind; a Glorious or > Wilbury is my dream bike and if the Anniversary bike is anything like that > I am SO

Re: [RBW] Floor Living

Maybe not, Joe. Others can decide. I bow to their decision. I believe it is on topic to riding, at least for people who use core muscles. Many of the challenges people experience with back and handlebars and other bits relate to core strength. I’m pretty sure Grant has commented that we aren’t

Re: [RBW] Floor Living

Isn't this rather off-topic? =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 2/5/19, 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > Ahhh, yes. Wayne, you’ve hit on one of the biggest challenges. Because of my > brain injury, most people are too scented to come in the house, so we are > poor hosts in that

Re: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

And Grant was into disc brakes before they were cool. Just with, y'know, bigger discs :) On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 9:17:41 AM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > LOL! I say the following in response to those who express this sentiment, > not to Brett: NO SHIT! > > Grant has built an

[RBW] Re: Bike shows and Rivendell

Holy smokes! At PBE 2018 I was thinking "man, it would be cool if Riv were here." Dreams do come true. I wonder if this is some kind of 2019 plan they have to expand their audience? Erik, Philly On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 3:37:46 PM UTC-5, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > I could have easily missed

[RBW] Floor Living

Ahhh, yes. Wayne, you’ve hit on one of the biggest challenges. Because of my brain injury, most people are too scented to come in the house, so we are poor hosts in that regard, long before the issue of seating comes up. Sardonic grin. Our somewhat amorphous plan for the possible future when

[RBW] Re: FS: Canti Sam Hillborne 51cm, black and cream

Yes, she pointed out how I keep bikes around the apartment by handing them down to her, and that she's never had any say on the bikes she gets to ride. She is right of course, which is why I'm getting her a bike that she chooses. I'll be shipping from Arlington, VA. On Tuesday, February 5,

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet Refresh

Bruce, I think I remember you mentioning that you did the Hattie 100 ride in Hattiesburg, Mississippi last Spring. Wondering if you plan to bring one of your revitalized Rivendells down for that this year? David in Brookhaven, MS -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Bike shows and Rivendell

I could have easily missed earlier times, but I did notice that Rivendell is listed as an exhibitor at both the upcoming NAHBS shows as well as the Philly Bike Expo later in the year. I like it! Not that I will be able to attend either, not the current plan anyway, but I am glad they will be

[RBW] Floor Living

We are about to try this. I am looking forward to seeing the benefits of a stronger core and greater flexibility. I am a little iffy about when guests visit. Especially in-laws. Do you keep extra furniture about for those unaccustomed to floor living? -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS: Canti Sam Hillborne 51cm, black and cream

I've got the same agreement with my SO, ΔN=0! Where are you shipping from? Collin in Oakland On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 11:02:08 AM UTC-8, phil k wrote: > > Did you want a 51cm canti Sam HIllborne and missed out? Well here's your > chance to get one! This is a 51cm Sam Hillborne black with

[RBW] FS: Canti Sam Hillborne 51cm, black and cream

Did you want a 51cm canti Sam HIllborne and missed out? Well here's your chance to get one! This is a 51cm Sam Hillborne black with cream headtube, and cream decals. The decals are outlined in gold, which is a nice touch. It is in great shape. Your purchase will still support Riv, because I

[RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

The Specialized 40th Anniversary Allez frameset was nice, but very pricey at $4000 for the frameset. It was designed by Mark DiNucci, but made by Toyo, so good stuff. Only 74 were made. Interesting, if you really want one, DiNucci still has the lugs, including the cool x-wing chainstay

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

Yep, that was my reaction to the Roadini, too, especially in orange. It looked and felt like a direct descendent of my XOs, just with bigger wheels. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

I am on board with the Mixte concept Grant has in mind; a Glorious or Wilbury is my dream bike and if the Anniversary bike is anything like that I am SO In! As a former XO-1 owner & current Atlantis owner, the idea of making an XO throwback is a bit perplexing. I personally consider the Atlantis

Re: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

Exactly!-Original Message- From: Drw Sent: Feb 5, 2019 8:57 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos The whole idea is ridiculous. even if this was a rip off (i don't think it is), hasn't riv introduced or pushed for enough things (to their own financial

Re: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

LOL! I say the following in response to those who express this sentiment, not to Brett: NO SHIT! Grant has built an entire business empire on purposely and very deliberately violating and defying trends! On Tue, Feb 5, 2019 at 7:56 AM Brett Callahan wrote: > One of the criticisms of

[RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

Yes it's ridiculous and we should probably stop reacting to the troll. Hence, why I deleted my first reaction to the troll. -- 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] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

The whole idea is ridiculous. even if this was a rip off (i don't think it is), hasn't riv introduced or pushed for enough things (to their own financial detriment) that other companies copy and sell cheaper years later, that they've earned the right? -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

Being narrower may qualify as a worthy difference. 660 still seems wide to me, I've cut down several mtb bars to get to that number. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

Now, On-One is a company who has business strategy involves blatantly ripping off company’s designs and undercuting them on price. See the “Geoff” handlebar for example. Not really a company you want to be citing as a victim here. I’ve never seen such a brazen ripoff and it really irks me. Even

Re: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

Riv *has* been selling a similar bend for years with the original Bullmoose. I believe the Wavie Bar exists because they're introducing a trail bike with a threadless steerer. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

I am hoping the Wavie bars find their way to whatbars.com soon... Does anyone know if they are already there but under a different name? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

Yes, but it’s literally years after many similar bars we’re introduced. On One had their Fleegle with a similar shape at least 10 years ago. On Tuesday, February 5, 2019, Brett Callahan wrote: > One of the criticisms of Rivendell/Grant that I see frequently is that > they're slow to respond to

[RBW] Re: New Wavie Bar Photos

One of the criticisms of Rivendell/Grant that I see frequently is that they're slow to respond to trends. Here, they've brought out a bar similar to a whole host of others in a nice finish made by a great manufacturer and they get criticized for that, too. Go figure. -- You received this

Re: [RBW] WTB: Rivendell Joe Appaloosa

I just realized you posted that’s it’s a 59... -- 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

Re: [RBW] WTB: Rivendell Joe Appaloosa

Derek, If your Clem is a 59cm I’d be interested in purchasing. Let me know if you decide to let it go. Will Ashe Austin, Tx -- 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

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Let me try this to see if it shows up: https://www.flickr.com/photos/9535930@N07/7030586049/in/album-72157612148124190/; title="1995 Rivendell Road Standard">https://farm7.staticflickr.com/6225/7030586049_0f160d2711_b.jpg; width="1024" height="768" alt="1995 Rivendell Road Standard"> --

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

This is my 1995 Road Prototype. It was originally all Light English Blue, a Waterford classic color. Waterford made the bike for RBW using heavy wall Reynolds 753 tubes, a 531 fork with a bi-plane crown and Richard Sachs designed lugs. It was re-painted in 2011 at Airglow in Athens GA using the

[RBW] Re: Anyone use Alex Adventurer 2 rims?

I have an original Adventure, OEM on the Disc Trucker I use to commute. I had a front wheel built for my generator front hub with a Velocity Synergy (not a Cliffhanger) rim. The weight difference between the two was impressive, despite the generator hub of the new one. The Alex Adventurer is a

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet Refresh

Thanks to everyone for their nice comments and encouragements. Watch in a couple of weeks for my next project, the frame repair and repaint of my 1995 Riv Road Prototype. It came to me from this list in 2009 and I've put over 9K miles on it since then. It developed a partial circumferential