[RBW] Re: The 3x1 road bike. Anticipating some of your RoadUNO builds

That rear rack is in fact the perfect one. I think the Salsa Stem is actually my favorite part of the whole build. Crushed it Bill! On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:35:06 AM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Rear rack in place now on my Romulus. It's a full on "sport touring" > build now. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Droptube Rivendell Custom 54cm

Good luck with the sale Joe! If something isn't serving you, let it go. Glad you love your Clem L so much, and looking forward to hearing what Motorcycle you get. On Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 12:13:05 PM UTC-4 iamkeith wrote: > First: I'm surprised to see this, and hope you don't regret it. >

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of nice Chrome parts for your builds/projects

, 2024 at 9:10:36 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Tires and saddle are gone. Here’s what’s left with reduced prices: > > > >- *Pair of Shimano DXR V brakes - $40* > > >- *Clipper Triple Crank(with chain guard for double conversion) - Hold* > > >- *

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

I just finished a 56cm 2TT Sam build, and the amount of blue lug influence Is borderline silly. Will post some photos to the SH thread when I’ve got some time to stop riding and take a nice snap or two. On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 9:36:12 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Great point about

[RBW] Re: The 3x1 road bike. Anticipating some of your RoadUNO builds

Love how it’s turning out Bill! On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:05:20 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > ...and now, fully set up as a 3x8 with a different rear wheel. I deployed > a Rivendell endorsed "cheap RD", and an 8sp barcon. Pics prove it: > > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of nice Chrome parts for your builds/projects

* - *Shimano Deore LX M563 front and rear matching Derailleurs - $35 OBO* - *Velocity Atlas Front Wheel on Deore Hub by Hands on wheels(looks nearly new) - $150* On Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 5:45:14 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Updated list for your viewing pleasure: > > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of nice Chrome parts for your builds/projects

and rear matching Derailleurs - $40 OBO* - *Velocity Atlas Front Wheel on Deore Hub by Hands on wheels(looks nearly new) - Hold* On Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 5:45:14 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: Updated list for your viewing pleasure: - *Pair of Shimano DXR V brakes - $45

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of nice Chrome parts for your builds/projects

Drew Fitchette wrote: > Levers have sold, everything else with some updated info/pricing before > shipping: > > >- *Velo Orange Silver Grand Cru Long Pull brake levers and shims - >$OLD* >- *Pair of Shimano DXR V brakes - $45* >- *Clipper Triple Crank(wit

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of nice Chrome parts for your builds/projects

ers > > On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 5:57:17 PM UTC-4 nca...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Messaged about the cable hanger :) > > >> >> On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 4:25:05 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: >> >>> Hey Everyone! >>> >>> I recently put t

Re: [RBW] Re: Scam alert? I'm so confused. Blue Homer in LA? ND?

The "Jeff" in question reached out to me in response to a WTB post. I asked what his "Friend" was selling and he said a 60cm Homer, which I thought was strange considering my post specifically said 54/55/56cm. A quick check to see that he'd never posted in the forum and I assumed it was

[RBW] FS: Lots of nice Chrome parts for your builds/projects

Hey Everyone! I recently put together a new build and in going through all the stuff in my bin I realized I needed to cull through some my reserves/recently acquired but swapped gear. Here's what I'm looking to move on to happy new homes, Buyers pay shipping: - *Velo Orange Silver Grand

[RBW] Blue Lug Build Catalog

Many of you may already be aware of this, but Blue Lug has a nice catalog of all it's Riv Builds for customers. In the even you want some inspiration for your next build, or just want to see some different takes on each frame, have a look:

[RBW] Re: 54.5 Homer: 700c or 650b?

Hey Robert, As someone with similar dimensions I'd suggest the 700c. The added height will make it much easier to get you bars up where you'd probably like them. I had a 53cm Atlantis from the last batch with 650b's and I had to max out the stem height being just under 6ft tall. I eventually

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

ad without issue. I’ve seen people run the 48 >>> knobbies on side pull Sams as well. >>> >>> On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 8:23:48 AM UTC-7 Drew Fitchette wrote: >>> >>>> @brenton were the RH slicks or knobby? >>>> >>>> On Friday,

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

@brenton were the RH slicks or knobby? On Friday, April 19, 2024 at 9:37:12 PM UTC-4 Brenton Eastman wrote: > Definitely would need to know your frame/wheel size. My 57cm Sam with > tektro side pulls and 700c Velocity Dyad hoops clears a 47 teravail, 48 > Rene herse, and 50 gravel king. Not

Re: [RBW] FS: Sam Hillborne 56cm 2TT

Thanks Abe! Honored to get the Sam, and will definitely be posting a photo on the group once it’s got its new shoes on and a few other bells and whistles I’ve got planned! On Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 10:16:11 AM UTC-4 Pancake wrote: > Sold to Drew, easy to deal with and friendly fella. It

[RBW] Re: Sizing question for "in between" PBH measurement

Echoing Bill on here. I also look at stack and reach, and have nearly the same dimensions as the OP I had a 53 Atlantis from the last run as it was correct for my PBH as I’m between the 53 and 55, after deep dives on stack and reach(in particular) I realized what made the bike *feel* small to

[RBW] Re: Spring Cleaning: Swift Bags, Sim Works Rack, Brooks, Wolf tooth

! On Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 2:54:33 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Here’s what’s left price reduced, plus a couple additions: > > Hardly used Black Swift Holdfast Frame Bag Lg - *$80* > > Brooks Flyer *Special* Saddle in Honey - *$90* > > Pair of Soma Cazaderos 650

[RBW] Re: Spring Cleaning: Swift Bags, Sim Works Rack, Brooks, Wolf tooth

(22.2 shimano) pair -$90 Buyers cover shipping! On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 3:31:47 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Hardly used Black Swift Zeitgeist Bag - *SOLD* > > > Hardly used Black Swift Holdfast Frame Bag Lg - *$80* > > Brooks Flyer *Special* Saddle in Honey - *$100*

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

59cm Bleriot over on the facebook group Little bit of Beausage, but looks nice! On Monday, March 25, 2024 at 12:16:13 PM UTC-4 mathiass...@gmail.com wrote: > Asking prices are just exercises in first-amendment rights. > > >> I see very basic

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv Canti/Vbrake Frame in 54/55/56

Figure I’ll throw one last shout on this thread before I resign myself to the next batch of Sam’s or Appa’s coming later this spring/summer. Interested in any Riv suitable for a 835-840 PBH! On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 2:32:25 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Still on the hunt h

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

496=114619775_source=1=CjwKCAjwkuqvBhAQEiwA65XxQDY5ZHEf8rYKOl29pLGBzZYBYCVjwjQVBKBus5gnufYh5nya12sxzhoCBC8QAvD_BwE> On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 12:00:23 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Good Deal on a giant Clem: > > > https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bop/d/tacoma-rivendell-cl

[RBW] Re: I have questions

Hey Leah, Seconding Leif on the Basket comment. I used the Sim Works Obento Rack on my Atlantis and connected it at 3 points(fork crown, mid fork, and drop out) which gave me piece of mind when I had my Basket/Basket bag full of groceries or camping gear. I've swapped to a marks rack now

[RBW] Re: Spring Cleaning: Swift Bags, Sim Works Rack, Brooks, Wolf tooth

cover shipping! On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 3:05:19 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Hey All, > > Cleaning out some of my stock/parts bin and have the following available: > > Hardly used Black Swift Zeitgeist Bag - $135 > > Hardly used Black Swift Holdfast Frame Bag Lg -

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

Good Deal on a giant Clem: https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bop/d/tacoma-rivendell-clem-frame-fork-64cm/7728687165.html On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 11:46:10 AM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > I love a bargain  > > On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 7:40:48 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > >> It's on

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv Canti/Vbrake Frame in 54/55/56

Still on the hunt here in the event anyone's still got a frame/bike they might want to thin out of their herd. On Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 10:20:05 AM UTC-4 DavidP wrote: > Bill suggested a Platy or other dropped top tube frame might be a better > fit for your proportions. Depending on the

Re: [RBW] Re: Hobson-Zingo tools tried and liked?

I've got the chain quicklink pliers and the Cable Cutters and both are great. Would buy again if I needed to, and will likely replace more stuff with their tools as needed. On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 12:25:06 PM UTC-4 peter...@gmail.com wrote: > Not at all fixated on the branding, just

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv Canti/Vbrake Frame in 54/55/56

Super helpful Keith! Thanks! On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 1:53:27 PM UTC-4 iamkeith wrote: > On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 11:30:27 AM UTC-6 drewfi...@gmail.com wrote: > > My dimensions have been the bane of my cycling existence, Bill! > > > Bill's question and suggestion to clarify was pretty

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Riv Canti/Vbrake Frame in 54/55/56

Hehe, knew that comment was coming the minute I posted Bill! Yeah, makes sense! Would love to test ride a few models In the greater Atlanta area if folks have stuff from 54cm and up. The bikeflights/traveling still Applies in the case that someone has something interesting to sell. - Drew On

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv Canti/Vbrake Frame in 54/55/56

My dimensions have been the bane of my cycling existence, Bill! I'm in Atlanta GA, but I travel all over the East coast for work. Also have shipped plenty with bikeflights and happy to talk to folks from wherever about what's available! On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 1:26:04 PM UTC-4 Bill

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv Canti/Vbrake Frame in 54/55/56

Thanks for the thoughts Bill! My saddle height is 74cm and the Atlantis I just got rid of is a 53cm. I'm 6' with a 840 pbh, so pretty long torso and shorter legs. Budget is fairly open depending on what the Frame is/how rare it might be. On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 1:10:51 PM UTC-4 Ryan

[RBW] WTB Riv Canti/Vbrake Frame in 54/55/56

Hey Y'all, Recently sold my Atlantis frame that was a bit too small for me to move up to something that fits better. Wondering if anyone here has an Appaloosa, Atlantis, Plat, Sam that they're looking to move on. Also into older models if the sizing works/they're in good shape(Hunq, Saluki,

[RBW] FS: 650b x 48mm Soma Cazaderos

I'm selling a pair of 650b x 50mm Soma Cazaderos that have less than 100 miles on them. I got them from Riv last month and won't need them now, but they're great tires! I paid $134 + tax & shipping for the pair. Looking for $100+ shipping for both of them, and can ship however folks want!

[RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2024

56 green Rambo in Seattle - $600: https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-rivendell-rambouillet/7719025656.html On Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 2:45:42 AM UTC-5 bikesrfun wrote: > The 54cm Rambouillet listed above as stolen in Santa Barbara was recovered > and is now listed on

Re: [RBW] Updates/Upgrades

r years and thousands of miles the Atlantis doesn't work for you, >> sell it -- you'll easily recoup your cost -- and find something else. >> >> On Wed, Feb 7, 2024 at 12:04 PM Drew Fitchette >> wrote: >> >>> Hey Owners Bunch Family, >>> >>&g

[RBW] Updates/Upgrades

Hey Owners Bunch Family, I'm wondering for those of you out there who ride multiple days a week(or more), how often do you tinker with your setup to keep things interesting? I've recently given my Atlantis a bit of a makeover(rather than sell it as I was feeling inclined to do), in an attempt

Re: [RBW] Re: 2024 Frame Schedule

The last Charlie sightings(blue lug visit) almost has it looking like a Homer with the Mixte like top tube. I appreciate it as someone with short legs and a long torso, though the tire clearance and v brake/canti options of the Sam has my vote. - Drew On Fri, Jan 12, 2024 at 01:09 Jason Fuller

[RBW] 2024 Frame Schedule

Saw this in the last email: - February - Clems - March - Lugged Susies - kind of a new model - April - Roaduno bikes and frames - new model - May - Sam Hillbornes - June - Appaloosas - July - Platypus bikes and frames - August - Charlie Gallop, nu model, bikes and frames,

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

Sam Hillborne Frameset, 57cm $1,600 Boone, NC https://boone.craigslist.org/bik/d/boone-rivendell-sam-hillborne-57cm/7661590250.html On Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 8:19:48 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: 385538394_5363441783780570_364111319511184472_n.jpg] > > Quickbeam, 60cm >

[RBW] Swift Zeitgeist and Holdfast Frame Bags

Hey All, Continuing to do some Spring Cleaning and wanted to offer up some like new Swift bags that only were on my Atlantis for a couple rides. These are in great shape and I want them gone, hence the low prices. Black Zeitgeist - $135 + shipping Black Holdfast Frame Bag Lg - $80 plus

[RBW] Re: Riv Sand Lot Stubby short billed baseball cap

Spoken for! On Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 7:18:50 PM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > will send pm dibs pls > > -stephen > > On Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 5:19:11 PM UTC-4 drewfi...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Hey Y'all, >> >> I got one of the white short billed baseball caps before they sold out, >>

[RBW] Riv Sand Lot Stubby short billed baseball cap

Hey Y'all, I got one of the white short billed baseball caps before they sold out, worn it maybe a total of 15 minutes, and just don't think I've got the head shape for it. Would love it to go to someone who missed out! Happy to send photos to verify the condition. Not trying to make any cash

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa Build Opinions

Hey Ted! I’ve got a 53cm Atlantis with 100mm stem and albatross bars, and a near 0 mm stem with mustache bars on my Holdsworth. Both super different vibes, but I’m in Atlanta if you have a desire to check either of them out! Love my Alba bars though! On Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 10:35:38 PM

[RBW] Re: New member confession.

Thanks for sharing your story and the info about Pedaling for PD, David. I'm not sure what kind of computer you're using, but some now have a talk to text function that can be enabled if that would make things simpler for you? I for one would be happy to help list things for you if after trying

[RBW] Re: FS Parts for your spring/summer projects

expense! On Friday, June 16, 2023 at 11:31:55 AM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Updated list of what's still available Below: > > Shimano SLX CS-M7000 11 Speed 11-42t Cassette *SOLD* > > Gevenalle GX 1X11 Long Pull Brifters – Compatible with 11sp Shimano and > SRAM Deraileurs $1

[RBW] Re: FS Parts for your spring/summer projects

you like! On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 4:12:10 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > *PRICE DROPS and ADDED Items:* > > Shimano SLX CS-M7000 11 Speed 11-42t Cassette $30 > > Gevenalle GX 1X11 Long Pull Brifters – Compatible with 11sp Shimano and > SRAM Deraileurs $150 > > Ve

[RBW] Re: FS Parts for your spring/summer projects

, 2023 at 3:21:06 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > I'll add here after some confusion(my bad!) that the Gevenalle are fora 1x > set up. So shifter on the right Brifter only! > > On Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 2:28:54 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > >> Hey everyone, >&g

[RBW] Re: FS: 61.5 Swoopy Proto Gallop in silver, with canti studs

Hey Max, I'm in Atlanta, so likely would be tough to get up your way. My saddle height is 73-74cm, so a bit lower. I've got a 53cm Atlantis, and have been looking at the 54cm Sam, but if the Charlie could get me up another size with the swooping top tube it might be nice. - Drew On

[RBW] Re: FS: 61.5 Swoopy Proto Gallop in silver, with canti studs

@max and @Jason, I'm interested in these bike as a 5'11 person with an 835mm PBH. I'd imagine the 61.5 would be too big but I'd love to know what the clearances are like on your bikes! On Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 1:35:37 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote: > GLWS max! I might have to be the

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

58 CM Hunq on the crust Forum. If it was one size smaller I'd have scooped it up! Hopefully someone on here has been dreaming of one too(in this size)! On Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 10:44:27 AM UTC-4 Valerie Yates wrote: > Re the Atlantis 53,

[RBW] Re: Shifters - UNO shifter

Hey Max, I saw the video where Russ announced this, and was also curious as I've got an 11sp Cassette in my parts bin with no current home. I do think you need an 11sp chain, as the chain width and cassette spacing work most natively together. You may be able to get away with a 10sp chain

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

Oooh that Homer... old 650b geometry. I want! On Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 1:23:04 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > A. Homer Hilsen > 54.5cm > 1300 > San Francisco, CA > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bop/d/san-francisco-rivendell-homer-hilsen/7627661369.html > -- You received this

[RBW] Re: WTB: Suntour Cyclone GT long cage

@Eric Echoing George's comment, my local bike non-profit has a handfull of old Suntour derailers(ARX, XC, XCE). Happy to send any/all you think might be worth a look for parts harvesting. swinging through there today to grab some stuff for a project. let me know! On Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at

[RBW] Re: FS Parts for your spring/summer projects

I'll add here after some confusion(my bad!) that the Gevenalle are fora 1x set up. So shifter on the right Brifter only! On Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 2:28:54 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Hey everyone, > > Joining the folks who are clearing out things as I've finished my

[RBW] FS Parts for your spring/summer projects

Hey everyone, Joining the folks who are clearing out things as I've finished my Atlantis and rebuilding my wife's Schwinn Crosscut. Here's some stuff I've got no use for: Shimano SLX CS-M7000 11 Speed 11-42t Cassette $40 Gevenalle GX Long Pull Brifters – Compatible with 11sp Shimano and SRAM

Re: [RBW] MINT MUSA 58cm "Disc" Hunqapillar Waterford x D Paint

Wow that thing looks killer, Jason. If it were two sizes smaller I'd be seriously tempted, as I've been looking at the Crust Nor'easter as a Riv adjacent disc brake hog. Echoing @eric's sentiments, can't wait to see it all built up. On Monday, May 22, 2023 at 9:37:32 PM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: Rivendells of Nutmeg

@eric Shoosh! dig the dirt drop stem. On Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 11:29:12 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Drew, yes, I took the Bridgestone. And I still have the Hillborne. > > Here's a scandalous non-driveside picture of it at Peter Weigle's. > > [image: Nutmeg 230506H 09S.jpg] > > On

[RBW] Re: Rivendells of Nutmeg

Good looking Bikes Everyone! @eric You rode that sweet Bridgestone? Still got the S. Hillborne too? Max's Hunq is my favorite, can't beat that middle tube. On Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 1:24:12 PM UTC-4 lyon...@gmail.com wrote: > There was also a Custom at Weigle's, but I didn't see who was

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

JOE APPALOOSA 51cm Frame only $1,250 Ebay

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

PLATYPUS 55cm 2600 https://crustbikes.com/a/shopicial/topics/163824 On Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 1:15:54 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > SUSIE LONGBOLTS/WOLBIS SLUGSTONE frameset (new!) > 59cm > 1800 > Eugene, OR > >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

A Friend just tipped me off to this one! RAMBOUILLET 56cm $1,100 Seattle WA https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-rivendell-rambouillet-56cm/7620052809.html On Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 3:44:45 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > Complete set of Rivendell Readers from Rivendell

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Ride in Asheville NC?

Hey All, A (Bridgestone riding) friend and I will likely be making the trek up from Atlanta for this! Excited to see all the bikes and meet everyone. - Drew On Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 10:36:02 PM UTC-4 James wrote: > Curious to be in the loop as well. I'm in Asheville but just unsure

[RBW] Re: Tallux length for Albatross?

Thanks Dave and Michael! I ordered the 10cm Tallux, and I've got ESI grips in my parts stash. I'll start there and see how it goes! On Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 1:47:48 AM UTC-4 Michael Connors wrote: > I tried Albatross bars on my 53 Atlantis using a dirt drop stem and they > were too

[RBW] Re: 2023 Nutmeg Country Spring Fling

Hey Gary, I saw that! I've got it on my calendar now. Let me know as I'd love to drive up and go on a ride with y'all. - Drew On Monday, April 17, 2023 at 6:01:34 PM UTC-4 Gary L wrote: > Hi Drew, > Saw your post about a Southeastern ride - we've been talking on the forum > about a Riv

[RBW] Tallux length for Albatross?

Hey y'all, Currently building a 53cm Atlantis from the ground up and wanted an opinion on stem length. I'm going to use albatross bars and was thinking of using the bar mount silver shifter thumbies so I don't have the bar ends coming back at me. Any guidance on how long of a Tallux stem to

[RBW] Re: 2023 Nutmeg Country Spring Fling

Been mulling it over too Eric, but the drive up from Atlanta... little bit spicy! Maybe some of us in this neck of the woods can put together some sort of Sou'Easter event that's similar? On Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 1:18:04 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm giving attendance some