[RBW] Re: Rapid rise polarizing

I had one for a short while and found it finicky to install and counterintuitive to shift. I'm sure both of these reactions are based on decades of high-normal derailers, I think RapidRise is probably better for new riders who've never messed with the other way. On Monday, July 12, 2021 at

Re: [RBW] Rivet Sonora: Trying it on the Platypus

But I’m really done this time! 3 is my absolute limit. Hold me to this, People… Sent from my iPad > On Jul 13, 2021, at 12:19 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > This is how n+1 sneaks up on you: "This bike is perfect now, I wouldn't > change a thing. I need another DIFFERENT one!" 藍 > > Joe Bernard >

Re: [RBW] Rivet Sonora: Trying it on the Platypus

This is how n+1 sneaks up on you: "This bike is perfect now, I wouldn't change a thing. I need another DIFFERENT one!" 藍 Joe Bernard On Monday, July 12, 2021 at 9:59:14 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Lol, Doug. Yes, you’re onto something. > > I took a slight departure from that

[RBW] Rapid rise polarizing

Hey guys, Why is there so little info on rapid rise RD and why is it so polarizing. Sources include bike snob grants blog and random internet sources. Takeaways were finicky and needing frequent adjustment but also great concept and easy down shifting. Any experience thoughts insights?

Re: [RBW] Rivet Sonora: Trying it on the Platypus

Lol, Doug. Yes, you’re onto something. I took a slight departure from that rabbit hole (the tinkering hole) and plunged into a different one (the new bike hole). I LOVE the Platy as it’s currently set up. I don’t think I’ll change it. I’ve discovered that dyno wires and light mounts make that

[RBW] Re: $1800 a fair price for a 53cm Susie? 2-piece silver crankset included

Yes and Riv timelines were meaningless *before *a worldwide frames/parts shortage during a bike boom. If you see a used Riv you like and you can possibly justify the price, *buy it. * On Monday, July 12, 2021 at 7:32:56 PM UTC-7 Jason Fuller wrote: > Supposedly, a new batch is coming late this

Re: [RBW] Rivet Sonora: Trying it on the Platypus

And the fiddling begins..next comes racks & luggage changes. Once you go down this rabbit hole, there is no escape. But it's sure fun! dougP On Monday, July 12, 2021 at 4:53:56 PM UTC-7 Roberta wrote: > Just as I thought the Raspberry Platy was as perfect as it could be, this > makes

[RBW] Re: $1800 a fair price for a 53cm Susie? 2-piece silver crankset included

Supposedly, a new batch is coming late this year so I would factor that in if there's any concern about its used-ness, but if it's a local pickup (ie no shipping on top of that cost), a 'free' Silver 2pc crankset for the price of a new frameset would be alright by my COVID boom-adjusted

Re: [RBW] FS: Paul, Nitto, Sackville, Brooks, Sugino

All that's left is... Nitto Tallux 12.0 x 25.4, perfect condition $45 Nitto 34F front rack with mounting hardware $125 On Monday, 12 July 2021 at 07:16:25 UTC-5 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote: > Thanks for all the interest. The following items are still available: > > Nitto Tallux 12.0 x 25.4,

[RBW] Re: [pictures] Just built up my orange Susie

Ash, love your bike. I remember when we took a ride together, you had a green appaloosa then. Caltrain is still a ghost town. I have been on Caltrain with my bike everyday for the past three months. Cheers On Monday, July 12, 2021 at 8:50:15 AM UTC-7 Andy Beichler wrote: > Ash, I see you

Re: [RBW] Rivet Sonora: Trying it on the Platypus

Just as I thought the Raspberry Platy was as perfect as it could be, this makes it even better. Hope you love the saddle! Ive always heard good reviews. Looking forward to your comments. On Monday, July 12, 2021 at 6:34:33 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > > Sent from my iPad > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Lachlan Morton's a potential rider for Birkenstocks

Well that is the best picture I've ever seen. I love this guy. On Mon, Jul 12, 2021 at 4:32 PM christian poppell wrote: > A few updates on LM's footwear: > > The front straps on the Birkenstocks chafed so they were removed > A green pair is being used now, front straps removed (maybe these are

[RBW] Re: $1800 a fair price for a 53cm Susie? 2-piece silver crankset included

There's a Susie and Cheviot on SF Bay Craigslist that are probably optimistically priced, but a complete 45cm Clem L listed at $1600 is gone. I'll bet they got at or near asking price, which is about what a new one costs. On Monday, July 12, 2021 at 2:15:38 PM UTC-7 Ed Carolipio wrote: >

[RBW] Re: $1800 a fair price for a 53cm Susie? 2-piece silver crankset included

Probably where the market is for the Gus + Susie right now: long production schedule, new Riv model so not a big used market, no real comparable designs so hard to find an alternative, and the people who have them tend to hold onto them. Maybe ask the seller if they could include other parts

[RBW] Re: $1800 a fair price for a 53cm Susie? 2-piece silver crankset included

A year ago I would have balked but now? The worldwide bike/parts shortage has created an insane market which has dramatically affected used Riv prices, most of which are unavailable new from them right now. So yeah, if the frame isn't all scratched to heck it's fair. Someone will pay that.

[RBW] WTB: Rivendell Readers 43 & 44

Seeking physical, printed copies of the last two Rivendell Readers: 43 & 44. I somehow overlooked these and I ain't got 'em. If you have and would be willing to part with them please let me know. Thanks to all who have contacted and aided in my quest to collect Readers, catalogs and other

[RBW] Re: $1800 a fair price for a 53cm Susie? 2-piece silver crankset included

Is this for an entire bike or a frameset with bb, headset and crankset? If the latter, I would say it is a bit high as you can find plenty of used framesets for less. Of course, YMMV! Good Luck! On Monday, July 12, 2021 at 9:58:31 AM UTC-7 Justin Kennedy (Brooklyn, NY) wrote: > A friend is

[RBW] FS: 700 XT/Synergy wheelset - Rich built

Built by Riv's master wheel builder Rich (Hands on Wheels) Velocity synergy rims, off center rear to eliminate dish 36 DT butted spokes front/rear Shimano XT M760 hubs are silky smooth VERY true with even tension - $250 Please send PM for interest, thanks for looking. Jeff -- You received this

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

Sam Hillborne 58cm $2000 Seattle, WA https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bik/d/sumner-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7346810416.html On Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 12:09:40 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: > Clem Smith Jr. > 45cm > $1600 > Oakland, CA > >

[RBW] $1800 a fair price for a 53cm Susie? 2-piece silver crankset included

A friend is considering buying a used 53cm orange Susie, including bb, headset, and 2-piece Silver crank . It's def been ridden hard but in good condition. He seems to be

[RBW] Re: [pictures] Just built up my orange Susie

Ash, I see you have yours set up with all rounder type tires. Are you using it on the road much? If so, how does it work for road riding? On Saturday, July 10, 2021 at 3:30:24 PM UTC-4 Ashwath Akirekadu wrote: > Nice bike there Paul! You will enjoy many, many long rides on this. > 'Huge'

Re: [RBW] FS: Paul, Nitto, Sackville, Brooks, Sugino

Thanks for all the interest. The following items are still available: Nitto Tallux 12.0 x 25.4, perfect condition $45 Nitto 34F front rack with mounting hardware $125 Tektro interrupter brake levers $5 Sugino 175mm double (42/34) crankset $75 Sackville xsmall saddlesack, grey, great shape $55 On

[RBW] Re: For sale, portable bike stands/racks

These have sold Thank you Ray On Sunday, July 11, 2021 at 12:27:58 PM UTC-7 Ray Varella wrote: > Hi All, > I have 4 bike stands, these are the type that have 4 small wheels and two > hoops that hold a wheel. > I would prefer to have someone pick them up here in Vallejo CA > $5 ea. > If I did