[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

I already own one - a pumpkin orange from 2017. If they offer the new one in the black they once sold, I'm in for another! I'll set it up as my "fast" Sam - no racks, light wheels and tires, etc. That is far and away my favorite of all the Riv colors I've seen, across the fleet. John

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

My wife and I will be there. Unsure if we’re coming Riv-equipped, but we usually leave Riv equipped!? Dave On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5:22:03 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote: > https://phillybikeexpo.com/ > > Lots of things to do--the expo, rides, parties, coffee and meet ups. > > I'm going.

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

I plan on being there on Saturday opening through mid-afternoon -- but with my Brompton, not one of my Rivs... :) Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 7:56:02 PM UTC-6 Roberta wrote: > > I received this from Tom, who said it was ok to post for him. I look >

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

I received this from Tom, who said it was ok to post for him. I look forward to meet you, Tom. i and friend patty will be there saturday mid morning thru sunday afternoon staying near expo She ll have her new purple platy and i will have one of my rivs so looking fwd to it and we d

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

Who plans to buy a Sam Hillborne in May when they are due to arrive? And, I wonder what colors they will offer. This photo thread is fun to see. Doug On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 6:24:11 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > Great to see all these beautiful and functional Hillbornes. Although I >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Campeur Front Rack

Nitto's stuff is top notch but it's not *quite* what I'm looking for. That all being said, if I just can't find what I'm looking for then I'll likely end up buying the Nitto rack. I'm just stubborn and figure I might get lucky if I'm persistent lol. I particularly like the integrated decaleur

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilevers or Direct Mount-Centerpulls

I have a bleriot with paul centerpulls and it clears 42s with fenders, or 48s without, but I too would prefer it to have cantis! the pauls are my only centerpull experience, and though they stopped well I always observed a lot of squishiness at the lever as well- which I've since reduced a lot

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilevers or Direct Mount-Centerpulls

I have a bleriot with paul centerpulls and it clears 42s with fenders, or 48s without, but I too would prefer it to have cantis! the pauls are my only centerpull experience, and though they stopped well I always observed a lot of squishiness at the lever as well- which I've since reduced a lot

Re: [RBW] Stainless bottle/ cage recommendation

I've settled on Nitto R cages and Bivo water bottles. I like this combo; no rattle yet. I have both the insulated and uninsulated bivos that I swap depending on weather. It's nice to not have ice cold water on cold days in Minneapolis. On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 6:24:22 AM UTC-6

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

Great to see all these beautiful and functional Hillbornes. Although I don't have one myself, I do think the Hillborne blue/grey is my favorite of the Rivendell colors. Cheers, John On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 1:17:36 PM UTC-8 Paul in Dallas wrote: > It is fun to see the variety of

Re: [RBW] Going really large on Clems

I've ridden a 59 clementine and "sized up" 64 clem jr. I would have been equally happy with both in terms of ride and fit. I don't feel reach (TT) is an issue with hillibikes given their headtube angle and design around sweptback bars. I'd be cautious sizing up if you want to run flat bars.

[RBW] Re: Has anyone else tried the new Riv seat?

Bumping this thread! I just made an order from Blue Lug and noticed they had them in stock. I decided to give it a try since saddles are always a thing and my brooks are all getting quite old and stretched. Now that the seat has been out for a few months I am curious how ya'll are feeling

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

I’ll be there! I will be staying with a RivSister in a hotel close to the Convention Center. Not sure which Platypus I’m bringing, but I’ll definitely have one because I plan to do some of the featured rides during the weekend. Let’s all connect! L On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5:22:03 PM

[RBW] Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

https://phillybikeexpo.com/ Lots of things to do--the expo, rides, parties, coffee and meet ups. I'm going. Who else? I'm within walking distance to the expo (but will be riding my Betty Foy there, because, well..., I should ride). If anyone needs any local assistance, please reach out via

[RBW] Re: WTB: Campeur Front Rack

That one on Alex Cycles even has the detachable low riders, good find! On Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 8:54:12 AM UTC+11 Nikko in Oakland wrote: > They were out of stock for a very long time, but if you want to pay full > retail... > >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Campeur Front Rack

They were out of stock for a very long time, but if you want to pay full retail... https://alexscycle.com/products/nitto-front-camping-carrier-for-randonneur-1 On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 11:30:40 AM UTC-8 matthew...@gmail.com wrote: > I lied: Still trying lol. My build is nearly complete

[RBW] Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

It is fun to see the variety of builds on the Sam's. It looks like the majority have some type of upright / swept back style handlebarsalthough of course the Sam is so versatile to accommodate a road bar if preferred . If recalling correctly I saw orange, silver, light blue , green, black and a

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilevers or Direct Mount-Centerpulls

Hey Christian thanks for all your thoughts! To answer a couple of your questions: *Which CPs are you considering and what is your max tire size? * I was looking at the Rene Herse cps. I'd be looking to run 44's, but 42's seem to be more intended for the Bleriot

Re: [RBW] Spring FS Post - Cranks, BB, Seatpost, Handlebars, Nitto Rack, Wool

All sold, thanks all. On Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 6:18:27 PM UTC-6 Michael Ullmer wrote: > All sold except the Nitto R-14 > > On Friday, February 23, 2024 at 10:43:14 AM UTC-6 Michael Ullmer wrote: > >> IRD BB is sold, open to offers on remaining items. >> >> On Thursday, February 22, 2024

Re: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 22 updates in 11 topics

Regarding 26" touring tires, my favorite is the Schwalbe Marathon "Racer". Rich Lesnik On Mon, Feb 26, 2024 at 5:49 AM wrote: > rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > > Google > Groups >

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilevers or Direct Mount-Centerpulls

Hey Kyle! I have used cantilevers and direct mounted centerpulls (MAFAC RAID with new Rene Herse hardware). If I could do it over I would have installed cantilevers. The downsides for centerpulls for me are modulation, fender fitting, and braze on locations on the fork. Modulation - The

[RBW] Re: WTB: Campeur Front Rack

I lied: Still trying lol. My build is nearly complete and this rack would be the cherry on top On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 4:20:19 PM UTC-5 Matthew Rebmann wrote: > One last try- including a picture for clarity~ > > Looking for the discontinued Velo Orange Campeur Front Rack, *not the >

[RBW] Re: FS: 700c Mavic/XT Wheelset 100/135

SOLD On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 10:01:28 AM UTC-6 Dave Grossman wrote: > Bump and a price drop > > $225 Shipped > $175 Chicago Area Sale > > On Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 2:20:02 PM UTC-6 Dave Grossman wrote: > >> Thanks Mike. I'm always a "how are the bearings and true" question guy

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilevers or Direct Mount-Centerpulls

good question. I would think the brakes would play a part, but the previous owner was running paul center pulls and 48s - I don't think the frame could take any larger. Seems to be part of our good fortune of people making products around larger tires these days. On Mon, Feb 26, 2024 at 1:50 AM

Re: [RBW] New bike decision (help!)

Thanks. Jones said he'd email me that OW of the chainstays at the end-of-cranks position but never did. But research indicates that current models won't give me the required 160 mm or lower Q and, in fact, after much measurement and calculation the arithmetical evidence convinced me that my

Re: [RBW] Cantilevers or Direct Mount-Centerpulls

Thanks; so just long-term and successful experience. Aside: If you were to share ride photos from Portugal, I doubt people would complain. On Mon, Feb 26, 2024 at 12:48 AM Steven Sweedler wrote: > Patrick, when I sold a Raleigh International frame more than a decade ago, > I committed to

Re: [RBW] WTB 650B Dynamo Wheel & Question About Alex Rims

I appreciate that info, Josh! I'm in a similar situation with my Platypus — I'd like to add a dynamo, but I don't necessarily want to have mismatched rims, nor do I want my original front wheel just hanging on the wall. I had no idea what it'd cost to have the hub swapped on the existing wheel.

[RBW] Re: FS: 700c Mavic/XT Wheelset 100/135

Bump and a price drop $225 Shipped $175 Chicago Area Sale On Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 2:20:02 PM UTC-6 Dave Grossman wrote: > Thanks Mike. I'm always a "how are the bearings and true" question guy so > I figured I'd help with that! > > On Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 11:57:34 AM UTC-6

Re: [RBW] Yet another tired question...

That's the Naches Pass. Excellent tire; I use the EL version with tubes and Orange Seal. On Mon, Feb 26, 2024 at 7:10 AM Jingy wrote: > I would suggest the Rene Herse 26 x1.8" tire ( I can't remember the > name-not the Rat Trap Pass, the other one). > So far that's been my favorite tire on my

Re: [RBW] Yet another tired question...

The Elk Passes are the most wonderful road tires I've used, but at least on my rims (13 mm IW) a bit narrow (27-28 mm) for anything except the firmest and smoothest dirt surfaces. What about the Rene Herse Naches Pass, 559 X 42? They come in an extralight model at ~300 grams IIRC; I've been using

[RBW] Re: I only have 1 chance to get a Rivendell.. which would you recommend?

I prefer the Hillborne but I like it being closer to older bikes before the chainstays got longer and longer at Riv. On Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 11:46:51 AM UTC-5 ahb...@gmail.com wrote: > Only 1 chance because I'm living in Asia and the closest place I can buy > is from Blue Lug

Re: [RBW] Yet another tired question...

RH Naches Pass 26 x 1.8" I'm running them mounted on Velocity Atlas rims and they measure 41mm for me. Excellent all-rounder tire! -Brian Lex KY On Mon, Feb 26, 2024 at 9:10 AM Jingy wrote: > I would suggest the Rene Herse 26 x1.8" tire ( I can't remember the > name-not the Rat Trap Pass, the

Re: [RBW] Yet another tired question...

I would suggest the Rene Herse 26 x1.8" tire ( I can't remember the name-not the Rat Trap Pass, the other one). So far that's been my favorite tire on my 26" wheeled All Rounder. Jim in Mpls On Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 8:59:35 PM UTC-6 ber...@bernardduhon.com wrote: > One more thing. Your

[RBW] Re: I only have 1 chance to get a Rivendell.. which would you recommend?

Another vote for the Platypus. It is such a versatile bike, you can really take it in so many different build directions without compromising your experience. When I think of all the ways I've seen the Platypus built up, it's king of mind boggling. People smiling out on trails with lots of bags

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Winter 2023-2024 Ride Photos

Tony, Thanks for that bit of Hillborne history.  I As to the brake change, if pulling a wide tire without deflating it, the Paul centerpulls open wide.  Paul On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 12:40:53 AM EST, Tony Lockhart wrote: Hey Paul, Beautiful Homer that you've got! I really like

[RBW] Re: Wheels, $200

Any interest if I cover the shipping? Alan On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:36:47 AM UTC-5 alan lavine wrote: > Bill is correct, also they are 700 not 650. Sorry > > On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 10:56:49 AM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > >> The front should be 100mm, not 110. The only

[RBW] FS: Clem 45cm & Rosco Platypus 50cm Framesets

Two Rivendell framesets never built: Clem L 45cm dark green frameset. This was from the last batch of Clems with the 26 inch wheelsets purchased maybe two years ago. $1250. Rosco Platypus 50cm frameset. There were two colors available - purple and green. This is the green. $1500 - a bit

[RBW] Re: Cantilevers or Direct Mount-Centerpulls

Would you gain any tire/fender clearace advantage by choosing cantilevers? Or will the chainstays end up being the thing that determines max size? On Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 1:05:38 PM UTC-7 kyleco...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey all, > > Just swooped up an old bleriot that I am going to be