[RBW] Re: WTB: Bosco bars, 58cm version

Thanks Joe! It was a grail bike for many years and I lucked into it last January. Definitely a keeper! On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 3:01:30 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > You have a Rivendell Mountain! That's a super-rare Riv in an excellent > color. I dig the bars! > > Joe Bernard > > On

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Kate, until you get that cool wrap done, you can use a clear chain protector https://www.rivbike.com/products/chainstay-protector?_pos=5&_sid=d25b413b7&_ss=r . The white you see is just the backing. On

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Kate-until your that cool wrap done 1, get a clear On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 9:25:46 AM UTC-4 upyou...@yahoo.com wrote: > Roberta, I love it!!! I bet you can't wait to ride it this weekend. Have > fun. > > Philip, I saw your twine wrap and was very intrigued. I've ridden only 3 > bikes

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm Rambouillet or Sam Hillborne

Joe's right, of course, but also be aware that there are generational differences in the Hilbournes, which were one of the first "expanded-sizing" models, with fewer size increments. The first run or two had top tubes that were a couple centimeters longer than subsequent runs of comparable

[RBW] Re: New Bars on the Appaloosa

Personally I think they look cool on Rivs. It's very individualistic, like "I wanted exactly this frame and exactly those bars."  On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 3:00:15 PM UTC-7 Erik wrote: > I was in an accident on my Appaloosa back in January and ended up having > to replace out some of the

[RBW] Re: New Bars on the Appaloosa

I've run the Jones bar on both my Karate Monkey and my Hunqapillar and thought it was great on both. For my typical "just riding around" style of riding, I prefer a regular MTB bar with a modest amount of sweep, but if I started riding further from home or hauling my bike out to the local

[RBW] Re: New Bars on the Appaloosa

I feel that on the Jones bar not really jiving with the classic Riv look (except perhaps the Hillibikes!) but can't argue it's a great bar. Love the leverage of a wider bar when you get into rough stuff, too! Being that beauty tends to derive from function, at least around these parts, I'm

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Well now you’ll be completely ready when your Platypus arrives! You can’t be a #RivSister with a Platypus and NO PlatyPin- unthinkable. L Sent from my iPad > On May 27, 2021, at 3:08 PM, 'upyou...@yahoo.com' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > I may not have my Platy bike yet but I am the

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm Rambouillet or Sam Hillborne

The easiest way to size the two frames is by effective toptube. You'll drive yourself crazy trying to figure out how seattube sizing translates between Toyo and Taiwan Rivs. On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 2:46:15 PM UTC-7 robt.s...@gmail.com wrote: > Jimmy...both frames have level top tubes

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

I may not have my Platy bike yet but I am the proud recipient of a PLATYPUS Pin from Leah my new #rivsister. The STOKE is real. Kate-super stoked in Trenton, NJ On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 2:05:58 PM UTC-4 Bones wrote: > Bike looks great Roberta! Those Billies definitely look sharp. Maybe you

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm Rambouillet or Sam Hillborne

I generally have my saddle at about 79cm on both a 60cm sam and a 62cm ram, both fit fine, although the handlebars come up a bit higher on the sam. Sky in new west > On May 27, 2021, at 2:46 PM, bob saunders wrote: > > Jimmy...both frames have level top tubes and my saddle height is 79cm. >

[RBW] Re: Platy front derailleur with Riv wide-low double (39x28)?

I'm finding this thread more helpful than expected. I wanted to add this in order to simplify: "Front derailers don't generally care how many gears you have in back, though models designated for higher numbers of speeds may have slightly narrower cages , so they might be a bit more fussy in

[RBW] FS: 59cm RB-1. Bay Area Pickup Only

- Photos here, since this is what most of y'all are curious about anyways! - Geometry here (bike insights)

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm Rambouillet or Sam Hillborne

Jimmy...both frames have level top tubes and my saddle height is 79cm. On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 8:20:20 PM UTC-4 Jimmy Warren wrote: > That's interesting, because the Rambouillet TT is also 60 cm. Whatever > your handlebar height is on the Poprad and JPWeigle, for the same stem, I'd >

[RBW] Re: FS- 2003 Riv Custom- Curt Goodrich- yes, Patrick Moores'.

What a rad bike and a great deal. Wish it was a a size smaller. Ryan On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 12:12:33 PM UTC-7 Tom Palmer wrote: > It will not fit 650B wheels. I tried it with the 650bx32mm Hutchinson > tires and no go. > Tom > > > On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 6:40:43 PM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT road frame for a tall person

Thanks for the responses! think I'm looking for the niche in between the Windsor and the Trek there. The new powder coat and decals on the Trek look great though, Neal. The old style Homer is interesting--I'll likely pm. I'll have to take a look at the geo as it might even be too big. Riv

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

"Mint" RB-1 near Atlanta. 1991 Bridgestone RB-1 Synergy 54cm - bicycles - by owner - bike sale (craigslist.org) https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/bik/d/holly-springs-1991-bridgestone-rb/7327588816.html

Re: [RBW] Gus transportation machine and uno Cheviot pic

Thanks y'all Appreciate it Jason, I sold my 1987 ford Econoline to build the Gus. Hoping to ride it until my body quits On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 12:50:58 AM UTC-5 Jason Fuller wrote: > I sent photos of your Gus to a buddy (@foundinthemountains) because I love > it and I knew he'd love

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Roberta, your Mermaid Platy is so rad! Which is probably not the word you would pick for how your lovely bike looks, but there is no higher compliment from me. Rad rider, rad bike!!!  Joe "stay rad" Bernard On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 7:14:08 PM UTC-7 Roberta wrote: > Sneak Peak from

[RBW] Re: WTB: Bosco bars, 58cm version

You have a Rivendell Mountain! That's a super-rare Riv in an excellent color. I dig the bars! Joe Bernard On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 12:51:06 PM UTC-7 Gabriel Bruguier wrote: > I wanted to update this post with some photos, because I know we all enjoy > seeing each other's Rivs. > > Right

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

Pat in DC, You are very likely younger than I am, (closing in on 75 years,) but my travel companion for this trip is also younger by a decade and a much stronger rider than I. We both were glad we settled on 50 miles a day and tried our best to schedule the camps accordingly. After more than a

[RBW] Re: Treetop goods Cafecito Bag for sale

This bag has been sold. On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 2:34:44 AM UTC-5 Steve Butcher wrote: > > Hello, forum. I'm offering for sale this lightly used bag made of dark > green waxed canvas and dark reddish brown leather. Treetop designed this > bag for carrying coffee making gear or other

[RBW] Re: Clothing for hot and humid riding

Here in Michigan it doesn't get crazy hot, but for us used to the cold, it gets hot. Humidity can be bad too. I second or third or fourth the seersucker fabric. If it is especially hot, my best trick is to put on a very heavy cotton tee shirt and jump in the lake of soak it in water. The

[RBW] Re: FS- 2003 Riv Custom- Curt Goodrich- yes, Patrick Moores'.

It will not fit 650B wheels. I tried it with the 650bx32mm Hutchinson tires and no go. Tom On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 6:40:43 PM UTC-4 robt.s...@gmail.com wrote: > Tom...will this frame fit 650b wheels? > > Thanks > > On Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 10:16:56 AM UTC-4 Tom Palmer wrote: > >>

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

Other Eric: I agree with Jeff about wool. A pure wool jersey doesn’t get stinky the way a synthetic jersey does. I’ll be doing a three-day ride in a couple of weeks, and my current plan is to wear a lightweight wool jersey (Woolistic) all three days. My wife might disagree, but my experience

[RBW] Re: It's a Tosco, on a Face Plater

Hi Laing, What you see in the pics - including how high I have the bars/stem - is the result of basal joint (base of thumb) arthritis. It's most prominent in my right hand (I'm right-handed) and hurts like the dickens if I shift a lot, so I swapped them around and shift the rear derailer with

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Bike looks great Roberta! Those Billies definitely look sharp. Maybe you can organize another ride this year: a Platypus Parade. And maybe I'll be able to make it this time. Bones On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 1:44:56 PM UTC-4 JAS wrote: > Roberta, > What a beautiful build! I love the elegant

[RBW] Looking for 52 Clem H for a friend

I have a buddy who's been trying to get into cycling more lately, with my encouragement (yes he has lousy timing). He is currently using a skinny single speed beater I built for him. He needs a bike he can use for everything (family rides, beer runs, trail riding), and I really can't think of

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Roberta, What a beautiful build! I love the elegant and understated color choices with the occasional color splash (blue light for example). Someday we’ll have to find a way to ride our mermaid Platys together. #RivSisters, Joyce On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 7:03:09 AM UTC-7

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

Eric, Yeah, us being from Southern California, we don't turn on our A/C until it hits at least +85 degrees F. OTOH, we are wimps when it comes to *winter* if you can call it that. We have restaurants that have outdoor heating if the temperature drops down to a *chilly* +65 degrees F. Most

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

I meant to mention merino tees, thanks Joe and Philip. I'm considering the 100% merino offerings from Ktena (Australia) and Kucharik (USA). I wish Ringtail (USA) would re-stock, their heather gray wool tee seems like just the ticket. The Ibex and Smartwool offerings but the prices are hard to

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

While I wasn’t riding, I was hiking around in Mexico in the Yucatán jungle a month ago in 97 degree humid weather wearing a light merino short sleeve shirt. It felt great and I have no complaints. It did not smell after a day of use which is new to me! Was able to wear it two days in a row

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

This is a subject for me too as Dallas starts to steam up. I'm trying the Smartwool Merino boxers, so far on one ride (where the weather was truly miserable, 95% humidity), will report back on those when I've had a little more saddle time. Question; do the Merino t's really work in the kinds of

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

It's not exactly going to change the world but when I look down & see chain marks on the twine I think, well that would have been my lovely paintwork if not for. Dallas is pothole central so some chain slap even when urban riding is to expected. Plus, it's fun to do, took me a few attempts as,

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

Woops yeah 5 days. I figure 65 or so miles a day is a good 6-7 hours of riding. Seems like it would leave some time to explore. I'm also not sure how capable my friend and I are of doing that sort of mileage but time will tell. Pat in DC On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 6:38:52 PM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

Thanks, all. Steve -- Thanks for the tip on the shorts. On special for $38 and made in Oregon, will have to give them a shot! Doug -- I hear ya on the seersucker, thanks! I know Grant loves it for hot weather. Jeff -- the soaked-through cotton tee is a tricky one! That chill you mention

[RBW] Re: It's a Tosco, on a Face Plater

I note that you have your thumb shifters in an interesting location - to the "inside" of the bar (Riv style), but shiting in the more or less traditional horizontal plane instead of the Riv style vertical plane. So sort of rotating in the opposite direction from traditional. How do you like

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Roberta, I love it!!! I bet you can't wait to ride it this weekend. Have fun. Philip, I saw your twine wrap and was very intrigued. I've ridden only 3 bikes in 30 years and never used a chainstay protector. Who knew? This is something I never thought about but now I am. Kate-Trenton, NJ

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

+1 on seersucker. I chose short sleeve + lots of sunscreen. Extensive use in 2019 for Chicago to NYC route, starting on July 5. Interesting aside: the shirt would be soaked and stayed reasonably cool because of the evaporative effect. However when stepping into an air-conditioned

[RBW] Re: Platy front derailleur with Riv wide-low double (39x28)?

I'm going to try one of Joe's vintage derailleurs next. Stay tuned. Thanks, Joe for the parts connection and the offer to help! Tom > > On Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 9:27:10 AM UTC-4 Tom Wyland wrote: > >> OK, I'm still struggling to find a FD. I tried a Microsoft R9 and that >> didn't

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

Seersucker shirts. Long sleeve can be best for sunburn protection and still almost as cool as short sleeve. But either way, seersucker is about as cool as you can get. Doug On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 4:41:38 AM UTC-7 Steven Sweedler wrote: > Try the Jackson and Gibbens touring shorts,

Re: [RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

Try the Jackson and Gibbens touring shorts, shorter than Riv’s and very light and airy. https://www.bicycleclothing.com/Mens-Touring-Shorts.html Steve On Thu, May 27, 2021 at 7:35 AM Eric Marth wrote: > It's getting into the gross season here in Virginia where heat and > humidity blend into a

[RBW] Clothing for hot and humid riding

It's getting into the gross season here in Virginia where heat and humidity blend into a delightful sludge. I'm curious to hear from members about their preferred riding clothing for the heat. What's your go-to deal? I'm curious about comfort for longer rides (which for me are in the range of

[RBW] Re: It's a Tosco, on a Face Plater

I'll tell you a secret about Face Platers now that I've done a couple bar swaps with it: they're kind of a pain. With the traditional style you pass the bar through and the stem supports it while you turn one bolt. Now you're fiddling with FOUR bolts AND trying to hold the face plate against