Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

Photos of Cheviot, Charlie, Sam Hillborne, Rosco Baby Bike, Gus, a Homer . I've ridden a 60cm Cheviot (my first Riv) for over 5 years and the 57cm Charlie prototype for just over a year and around 1,750 miles of commuting, hills around Napa, and occasional dirt

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

Thanks Piaw - I appreciate the input. I may have to add the Cheviot to my watch list. When I began seriously looking at Rivendells I was thinking a Roadini - but then gravitated toward the sloping TT models - especially the curvier ones - out of a desire for something a bit different from my

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

I'd be freaking, too, but in the end Grant's right, the paint is a cover for the tubes. I saw pics of my Nobilette-built before paint and that's the frame. We can repaint them someday! On Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 7:16:50 PM UTC-7 Robert Tilley wrote: > I’d still be in therapy if that

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

I’d still be in therapy if that happened to me.Robert TilleySan Diego, CASent from my iPhoneOn Jun 15, 2023, at 3:16 PM, 'Mojo' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote:In the winter of 2011, I bought a Mark-Nobilette-built Legolas. It was serious overlap with my 2001 custom Riv Road and 2005 Quickbeam. I

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

Gut-wrenching. But also beautifully said. I can almost hear the scraping of metal on concrete and it makes me a little weak.“But those scratches freed me and the Legolas.” I’m going to be thinking about this tonight. It applies to more than just bikes…LeahOn Jun 15, 2023, at 6:16 PM, 'Mojo' via

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

I test rode a Charlie with sidepull brakes last year when my Ti touring frame broke and Grant loaned it to me for a week. It rides very similarly to the Cheviot (which is the sidepull version of the Platypus), so in terms of riding I think it can do anything the Platypus can do. The bike Grant

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

A question for any Proto Charlie riders who may also have some experience with the Platy. I'm honing in on my FIRST Riv and have.narrowed the field to the Platypus vs the upcoming Charlie H. I recognize that the Platy frameset (either brazed or lugged) is a step above the TIG'd Charlie, and

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm MUSA Atlantis f/f/hs, 55cm Crust Lightning Bolt f/f/hs, and various parts

*Update:* Everything is sold, aside from the Crust Lightning Bolt frameset. On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 5:06:27 PM UTC-5 Erik from Saint Paul wrote: > *Update:* > > Both frames are still available, but there has been some serious interest > in the Atlantis. > > > Other parts for sale: > >

[RBW] Re: FS: White Industries, Suntour, XTR

Only the barcons remain On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 8:56:22 PM UTC-5 Michael Ullmer wrote: > A few more items from the bin: > > 1) White Industries ENO Eccentric Hub - $100 > --32H, 135mm spacing, fixed/free > > 2) Suntour Barcons - $30 > --In good shape, missing one of the locking washers >

[RBW] Re: FS: Two Pairs of Unworn MUSA Khaki and Grey Knickers Sz. L

Both sold. Thanks On Monday, June 12, 2023 at 11:16:15 AM UTC-6 Daniel Rooke wrote: > I bought these a year ago. I never wore them. As far as I can tell they > have never been worn - still in the plastic packaging with the MUSA Card. > $60 each or two for $100. Shipping would be flat rate

Re: [RBW] FS: MUSA Pants, T-Shirts, A Railroad Shirt, and a Couple Other Things

A couple price reductions and also feel free to make an offer. Here's what's left. : - One Blue Platypus T-shirt size XL - worn a few times but in good shape: $15 - One Navy Woolpower 400 1/4 zip sweater sz. XL: $40 - One Rivendell Railroad Stripe Shirt sz. XL - two oil stains near the MUSA

[RBW] Re: When to Replace a Helmet?

This is always a tough call. My opinion is if you are on the fence and the cost of replacing is not a large barrier for you replacing is the way to go. The foam on a helmet will yield when it has seen an impact past its design. Often times the foam will yield on the inside face (head side) of

[RBW] Re: When to Replace a Helmet?

These seem like reasonable guidelines. My helmet is at least three years old, I'm not super motivated to replace it yet but I would if it took a knock on the ground today. https://off.road.cc/content/feature/when-should-you-replace-your-bicycle-helmet-1280 Joe Bernard On Thursday, June 15,

Re: [RBW] When to Replace a Helmet?

I’ve often wondered about this, especially every time I drop my helmet… which happens A LOT. So many little dents and scuff because of simply dropping it from 3-4 ft. Somehow, I doubt it’s compromised its safety. - Brian > On Jun 15, 2023, at 2:25 PM, Matthew Williams > wrote: > > Back in

[RBW] When to Replace a Helmet?

Back in October, I was turning onto a path via a curb cut, but I was going too fast and my front wheel slid out from under me. I scraped my hand and chin, and my knee was bruised and swollen. As I landed on my shoulder, my head flopped to the side and gently *tapped* the concrete. If I hadn’t