[RBW] Re: "You need 7 bikes" article

I've already gotten rid of a couple and still need to drop one... I think 3 is the magic number Currently: 2009 Hillborne, canti 56cm (Original Green , recently painted Harvest Gold) - 700x43 2017 Appaloosa 55cm (Silver) - 29x2.1 2019 Cheviot 60cm (metallic Blue) - 700x50 2004 Romulus, canti 59cm

Re: [RBW] Riv Garage Sale hauls

Frankly, I saw you but didn't get a chance to say hello. My haul looks similar to yours (but smaller!) - 2x rims (26" Synergy), a Simworks flared drop bar, a set of QR's, and a Jack Brown tire. I wish I could have bought a wool base layer but I ran out of cash. Greg On Sunday, March 26,

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Garage Sale Saturday

The muddy Riv with the knobby tires and Carradice is my Waterford Riv - I've been swapping bars on it (which is why it remains untaped) and was toying with getting an upright bar (Losco, Albatross), but I picked up a flared shallow drop bar at the garage sale so that will be the next

Re: [RBW] Front Derailleur Suggestions

t ring. In fact, they have to be set high to clear > the BBBashguard in the outer position. > > Kieran: "Cheap," did you say? I'd like to get a spare; what's your source? > > On Mon, Mar 27, 2023 at 6:42 PM Kieran J wrote: > >> My favourite FD for this type

Re: [RBW] Front Derailleur Suggestions

My favourite FD for this type of scenario is the Dura-Ace 7400 double. It works amazing on a compact wide-range crankset. Cheap as chips too. KJ On Monday, March 27, 2023 at 4:27:43 AM UTC-7 peter...@gmail.com wrote: > On my Rambouillet, I use the 9 speed Ultegra FD which the FD in the photo

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Garage Sale Saturday

I'm planning to ride over on my A/R, if anyone wants to join me. Greg / Oakland On Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 11:44:46 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > I love a good garage sale, hope y'all have fun! > > On Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 2:05:37 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > >> Yep!

Re: [RBW] Let's talk about the All Rounder

Yep. Here's what was in the Atlantis brochure: "Notice the front rack clamps on. Why no braze-on? Because different front racks have different braze-on locations, and we didn't want to rule out any front rack. The clamps work fine, and are compatible with any rack." > On Mar 22, 2023, at

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's talk about the All Rounder

My recollection from one of the early Readers was that Grant felt that p-clamps worked just fine, and they didn't lock you into a single type of racks/fenders/what have you. A big part of the Riv philosophy is that these frames can be used for a long time and are not encumbered by fashion.

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's talk about the All Rounder

My recollection from one of the early Readers was that Grant felt that p-clamps worked just fine, and they offered more flexibility. A big part of the Riv philosophy is that these frames can be used for a long time and are not encumbered by fashion. As others have noted, all racks are

Re: [RBW] Re: Widest fenders that easily fit a Joe Appa?

Doug , if you're referring to the 63mm VO fenders.. They should fit. I believe they are featured in this blog post from a few years ago on a 29" wheeled App with some mid-50mm tires https://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/185091706269/who-rides-an-appaloosa-john-a-familiar-face-in On Wednesday, March

[RBW] WTB: IRD Sub-C FD

Greetings, These are sold out at Riv... Curious if anyone picked one up and doesn't need it. I'm rebuilding my Sam and it looks like my current FD is going to be too long for the 40/30 crankset going on. I'll get the Stubby

[RBW] Re: Trigger Shifter Question

Hi Justin. You can definitely mix and match. You can use pretty much any Shimano trigger shifter with any Shimano rear derailleur as long as the number of shifter speeds corresponds to the number of cassette gears. There are a few exceptions, like vintage Shimano or too low or too high number

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy Brake Problem

I have this issue with my bikes, but I just assumed that this was an inherent trade-off if I'm using any tire larger than 32 with caliper brakes. Are there caliper brakes that open wider using the QR? Greg On Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 9:36:19 AM UTC-7 mhec...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm familiar

[RBW] Re: FS: Heron Rando-55cm

Mike, if I am not mistaken that is the old geometry. I wonder what the standover is? On Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 9:10:47 PM UTC-4 mike goldman wrote: > > https://providence.craigslist.org/bik/d/north-smithfield-heron-rivendell/7589671114.html > > Here is a link to my friends Heron for sale

[RBW] Re: Has anybody 650'ed a Riv Road?

If I still had one of the 3 RR’s I had I would have done a conversion by now. Sold my last custom which was a 56cm, not sure how Grant put me on that one but it worked fine with 700’s. I believe 650b would have been better. On Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 1:51:02 AM UTC-4 Peter Bridge wrote:

[RBW] Re: Anyone running RH Steilacoom on a Canti-Rom?

s with them soon so I will have more specific data then. > > Picture of the current setup: > > https://flic.kr/p/2mXmCj6 > > -Jeremy Till > Sacramento, CA > On Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 8:20:48 AM UTC-8 J Schwartz wrote: > >> Yes, sorry , I meant Canti-braked Romulu

[RBW] Re: Anyone running RH Steilacoom on a Canti-Rom?

heels and the Steilacoom tires are 700c. >> >> Maybe try the Juniper Ridge. >> >> >> Charlie in Maine >> >> On Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 12:45:05 PM UTC-5 J Schwartz wrote: >> >>> I think these will fit , but wanted to check here first to s

[RBW] Anyone running RH Steilacoom on a Canti-Rom?

I think these will fit , but wanted to check here first to see if anyone has tried. thank you JS -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Pedal Question

SPDs are ubiquitous, and you can find them for nearly free (for example, I have a couple of old but functional sets that I can send at cost, but I have no spare cleats). If you like them generally, but find that they are lacking in some respect, then you can try the variations on the theme

[RBW] Re: Signing up for Scary Things: Intro to Bike Mechanics

Great story, thank you Leah. Bike repair and maintenance is a forever learning process, but I don’t want to mess with spoke tension, truing wheels, or building wheels up from scratch. These are skills I deeply admire in other folks. On Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 12:30:47 PM UTC-5 Jim Whorton

Re: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 19 updates in 10 topics

You can also get the Nitto Technomic, same stem, different name. Good luck On Thu, Feb 16, 2023 at 8:50 AM wrote: > rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > > Google > Groups >

[RBW] Re: Just restored '95 Riv Road

Peter, beautiful job, great color. I hope you enjoy the bike for many more years. On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 10:36:36 AM UTC-5 peter@gmail.com wrote: > This may be my first post here, though it's likely I posted way back > when (I probably should check that!) > > ... So I just

[RBW] Re: English subtitles for Blue Lug's video

Masa, I want to extend my gratitude for your translation and subtitle effort. I enjoyed watching the video with my Sunday morning coffee. It was great to hear the discussion of Rivendell model similarities and differences. I think the video would be extremely helpful for someone new to

Re: [RBW] Re: Blue Lug / Nitto strut light mount hack

Looks nice. You would also need to have a spare Nitto or the likes, daruma available $12-$14. On Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 1:25:11 PM UTC-5 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks John! The light itself is perfectly fine. Not crazy bright or > fancy, but serves its purpose. These are lights that

[RBW] Re: Looking for Bombadil PDF

from the original batch: >>> >>> [image: IMG_0341.JPG] >>> >>> and a closeup of the style from the .pdf >>> >>> [image: IMG_1599.JPG] >>> >>> On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 1:24:36 PM UTC-5 lconley wrote: >>> >>

[RBW] Re: Looking for Bombadil PDF

Max, I think you have indeed had it all along! The creation date on the PDF is Sep 9, 2010. On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 1:09:47 PM UTC-5 maxcr wrote: > Thanks Marty! Interesting, I did find that one, I have the pdf... maybe > I've had it all along? > > >

[RBW] Re: WTB Albatross Bar, NYC area

Stephen, I an in Massachusetts so a bit far. I have the cro mo version I am no longer using. Shipping is a bit high on a box to fit (if I could find one). On Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 7:17:52 PM UTC-5 Stephen wrote: > Been wanting to switch to less wide bar for city riding, anybody

[RBW] Re: English subtitles for Blue Lug's video

Great work on the Subtitles! On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 7:26:58 AM UTC-5 Masa wrote: > Hello all! > > This is my first post of 2023, I hope you are having good rides! > > Last month I happened to have an opportunity to make subtitles for Blue > Lug’s YouTube channel and now the “Rivendell

Re: [RBW] Re: Red Toyo Atlantis?

This thread has been so interesting. That red Atlantis is gorgeous. If only it were the right size for me… Check out the photos of various configurations and setups in this very early Atlantis brochure , which is

[RBW] Re: Sam 51cm rough draft

Very nice, enjoy. On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:54:36 PM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote: > Elegant bicycle that Sam. Which handlebars, crankset, and wheels do you > have on it? > Doug > > On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:14:05 PM UTC-5 Shoji Takahashi wrote: > >> Looks great! For me, it'd be a

[RBW] Re: WTB: Suntour XC Pro 28.6 MicroDrive FD

Got it. Just so you know, the XC Pro has a very strong return spring. No idea if that will make any difference for you. Looking for feedback on that with Dura Bar Ends myself. If you revisit Shimano, I will recommend that the ones from the same era as the XC Pro are about the best for 46t

Re: [RBW] Seat Post Slippage

I had awful seat post slip on my Romanceur when I first built it up. I finally resorted to $30 carbon friction paste and haven had a slip since. Also had the same slipping on my old All rounder a shop out of town I was visiting showed me the friction paste fix. Both seat posts were Nitto S65

[RBW] Re: WTB: Suntour XC Pro 28.6 MicroDrive FD

If you don't mind the inquiry... Why the XC Pro specifically vs an XC Pro - OR - any HyperDrive-C compatible FD which are functionally equivalent from an optimized gear range perspective? There are small but distinct differences in design between these Suntour MD and Shimano mtn-compact FDs,

Re: [RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

Those are the cream Longboards that Riv used to sell. KJ On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 5:03:45 PM UTC-8 mmille...@gmail.com wrote: > The fenders were SKS. I was surprised. > On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:58:28 PM UTC-6 Keith P. wrote: > >> Anyone know who makes those cream fenders on

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Rosco Platypus 50cm Purple

Regarding end of year stock: They were restocked on the site at end of year with a limited amount and have all sold. Regarding Crust: I think they just have the Platy in stock, not the Rosco Platy. On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 11:16:26 AM UTC-6 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > Crust has all

Re: [RBW] New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

Absolutely lovely build, Eric. Beautiful. Thank you for sharing! On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 7:20:29 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > I posted a bad link to the Google Drive folder with bigger pics. > > This should work. >

[RBW] Re: Help me "Riv" my bike fit, Please!

How is the fit on your current bike and do you have any wrist issues after long rides or all feels great, always? Just want to make sure your weight distribution is good on current ride as I worry a touch about whether your saddle setback and seat angle are putting weight on your wrists. If

[RBW] Re: Paul Touring vs. Neo-retro question

Bob, My understanding is that this is one of the cases where the physics of brake design and how they interact with the setup as related to yoke angle in this case, creates confusion because it is not just the brake design that has to be considered, but also the yoke angle's part in overall

[RBW] ISO/WTT - 54cm Nitto Noodle

Greetings all! I missed out on the wider noodle bars (my preferred shape) when they were available and tried to fill their place with the RM-013 and Salsa Cowchipper. I quickly realized they werent for me so they have been sitting for some time. Maybe someone has a 54cm Noodle they are

Re: [RBW] Re: Exploration: Make your own pump peg

I like the QR idea. However, on my 2020 Appaloosa the dropout design prevents a shimano QR lever from easily closing at an angle other than forward or backward, approximately level to the ground. Curious if a similar design is used on other newish models? On Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at

Re: [RBW] Paul Touring vs. Neo-retro question

I use the touring brake up front when I run them for mountain mountain bikes and loaded tourers due to higher mechanical advantage, as already mentioned. I will often run the Neo-Retro up front with a Touring in the rear for Rando, light touring and city bikes where that is less important to

Re: [RBW] Paul Touring vs. Neo-retro question

Scott, I’ve used both, and as hard as I’ve tried to discern a functional difference, I honestly just couldn’t. They felt the same to me. Both felt great and had plenty of stopping force. I don’t know if this is because of they way each was set up and dialed in. But neither lacked anything. I

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H 59cm Complete (Custom Build)

Really nice build on this! Suntour XC Pro cranks are some of the all time greats and you have it with about the best generation of XT. Specifically a Hyperdrive-C compatible FD that along with the similar LX version (m563) is the best match for most smaller chainring (large ring 42-46t range)

[RBW] WTB: Clean pair of Shimano BL-r600 brake levers

Good Day, Looking for a clean pair of Shimano BL-r600 brake levers if anyone has a pair they are willing to part with. Lots of functionally similar levers out there including the r400s, but I am specifically interested in only this model for the hot dish of a build in progress. Thanks for

Re: [RBW] FS: Parts bin cleanout: Selle Anatomica, cassettes, tires, stems, shifters, etc.

I used to have that same Ritchey crank, it was pretty nice. That said, this model was the subject of a recall - was this one's left arm replaced as part of that? https://ritcheylogic.com/blog/wcs-and-pro-crank-voluntary-recall Might be good info to include. KJ On Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: New 57cm Roadini Frameset (Orange) + headset, 559 brakes, Nitto seatpost

That is pretty funny! I assume I am in the rabbit hole alone when I make some of these connections. Good on you for connecting as the Casseroll has been out of prod for 7 years or so IIRC. I was comparing the 49cm 2010 Mustard Casseroll (my favorite version and just found NOS after 12 years)

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: New 57cm Roadini Frameset (Orange) + headset, 559 brakes, Nitto seatpost

If you want to steal some marketing from another company where the ethos has had some Venn overlap, would it be fair to describe the Roadini as: "A versatile (light) touring machine with roadie influences." Why that description? That is the marketing for the Salsa Casseroll that was first

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell-esq fat bike

You guys have it right for ball parking limits based on something in the 26x~4" range based on my experience. As stated before, my custom Clockwork Dirt Fat 1x (SqT White Industries Road Cranks w/76bcd spider & 1x ring) with narrow Deda stays has a Q of ~180mm and looking at the space needed

[RBW] Re: 22 for 2022

DavidP- your area looks like really great riding. I'd been wondering where you were from your pics and suspeted the NE and I see now it Mass. I drove up to Connecticut for the first time two Octobers ago for the Nutmeg Nor'Easter and really fell for that area of the country. Can't wait to get

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

The Paul Motolites do also have the best quick release mechanism of the bunch. The Paul brake that stands out the most to me is the Racer and Racer M. Even better in post mount. That is the kind of brake you build a bike around. I run the gamut of Pauls and like them all just fine, but I

[RBW] Re: Roller-Cam brakes

James, if the picture you attached is the actual bike you're looking at, those are the nice ones. You should have no issues with those brakes. They work great, they take normal brake shoes, and there are plenty enough of them for spare parts (although they're pretty well built). Good luck!

[RBW] Re: WTB: Shimano BR r600 or r650 brake set - FOUND

Nice find! Appreciated... All sorted here! On Monday, December 26, 2022 at 12:22:53 PM UTC-6 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote: > PMsent > > On Monday, 26 December 2022 at 11:47:59 UTC-6 cjus...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Correct. Nice brakes. Wrong reach for my needs. >> >> To clarify, I am really

[RBW] Re: WTB: Shimano BR r600 or r650 brake set

Correct. Nice brakes. Wrong reach for my needs. To clarify, I am really only looking for a set of the specific models listed (in recessed mount - not nutted) and am not looking for other functionally equivalent 47mm-57mm brakes available. Unless someone has a set of center mount polished

[RBW] WTB: Shimano BR r600 or r650 brake set

Looking for a Shimano BR r600 or r650 standard reach 47mm-57mm brake set. Missed a nice set for sale here last month and hoping someone has a clean pair they are willing to part with. Please let me know if you have a clean set available and what you are asking for $. Thx all. -- You

[RBW] Re: FS: Swift Catalyst bag; IRD Double Roller Headset; XTR RD-M970 (NOS); SL-M970-A; XTR RD-M951

*UPDATE* — *SOLD**: Paul Skewers; XTR M970-A shifters; Shimano BL550 brake levers* (with thanks to everyone!) *STILL AVAILABLE:* - *IRD Double Roller Headset ($80 new)* - *Shimano 105 RD-1051 ($95 NOS)* On Sunday, November 20, 2022 at 1:37:23 PM UTC-5 J J wrote: > *UPDATE* > &

[RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

arly Bombadil rather than a later Hunqapillar. As always, I will defer to > the experts and look forward to possibly fleshing out more details as we go > along. > > Thanks, though, for pointing out the discrepancy. > > Willet M. > > On Sunday, December 18, 2022

[RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

mes some years ago. But for now, I'm sticking with the nicked-up > repaint and tattered decals that tell more of an authentic story than a > fresh repaint ever could. > > Willet M. > > Carbondale, CO > > [image: 20200525_191952.jpg] > > > On Saturday, December 17

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

; Sent from my Atari 400 > > On Dec 14, 2022, at 5:35 PM, J J wrote: > > James, I can’t enumerate the all the differences, but I’m running René > Herse 29" x 2.2" (700C x 55) Antelope Hill tires on my green Waterford Hunq > 58, built in 2012, and there’s clearance to

[RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

James, I can’t enumerate the all the differences, but I’m running René Herse 29" x 2.2" (700C x 55) Antelope Hill tires on my green Waterford Hunq 58, built in 2012, and there’s clearance to spare. Even with the 65 SKS fenders. I know early literature on Hunqs said that 55 was the maximum

Re: [RBW] Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

>From the ad New in box Rivendell Bleriot framesets in 55, 57 & 59cm sizes. Ex QBP (Surly/Salsa/All-City) distributor with hard-to-find NOS stock to sell. We bought these when they were available via QBP in MN and have been sitting in dry storage for too long! Rivendell's first Taiwan-made

[RBW] Re: Nivex on a Rivendell?

I love the image of the peanut gallery here! So besides the price of entry for the RD itself, there is the cost of the lever (any other hardware?), and designing a custom built bike around it or retrofitting a frame with an appropriate braze-on and cable guide, which would probably also mean

Re: [RBW] Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

tion. >>>> >>>> Probably a messy way to ask but to clean it up, can anyone tell me if >>>> the Hunq was actually that much cheaper once it was moved to Wisconsin and >>>> also if the tubing stayed the same once it was manufactured in the US? >&g

Re: [RBW] Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

Cool pair of Hunqs! are the forks different? Or is it just the photo angle that makes the curve on the fork on the one with the black saddle look different? On Monday, December 12, 2022 at 6:56:43 AM UTC-5 Dick Combs wrote: > [image: 61977D70-55E2-4782-A93A-A8333171AFD6.jpeg][image: >

Re: [RBW] Re: How you choose 2 Rivendells?

es each have its own > bedroom in the house?! > > Will you, please, share pictures of your cockpits? I'm in a state of > ponder regarding my Atlantis' cockpit direction. > > And more pictures of the Glorious, PLEASE??? That's my fave! > > Happy Holidays, > > Sco

[RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

Re: the mailbox — I believe Grant was on a tour and saw the name “Hunkapiller” on a mailbox. Forgot where. He changed the spelling for the bike. On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2:17:05 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Ricky — The mailbox thing is new to me, interested to learn more if

Re: [RBW] Re: How you choose 2 Rivendells?

gt; majority of the current line up of Riv, I'm not familiar with the shorter > ones. > The more I like the feel of the longer wheelbase Riv, the more I'm curious > how is the feel of the shorter ones. > I would like to know how you feel them! > > Thanks, > Masa > > 2022

Re: [RBW] Re: Tempt me to sell you my 51cm Bright orange Sam Hillborne

Colin, I have thought of that. Also just keeping it as is as it is in brand new condition. Thanks. On Sun, Dec 11, 2022 at 2:10 AM Colin wrote: > Have you thought about getting it repainted? Would be a lot cheaper/less > logistics than a brand new frame. I just got the lime color and am

[RBW] Re: What's Good - Wide-ish/flared drops edition...

Brian- That's good insight about the 52 vs 48, the difference being in the width of the flair only, since nowhere else is that useful info available. I've been considering moving from the narrowest Towel Rack V1 to a Noodle bar but have been unsure I could get along with the narrow width. What

Re: [RBW] Re: New Roaduno Dropouts

Can someone tell me the purpose of the hoods on dropouts like these? They are referred to as Breezer style, right? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] Re: How you choose 2 Rivendells?

John- thanks for that GaiaGPS link. It's the first time I've seen it after hearing about it for years, it's a really nice set up. I really like how if you are just scrolling though photos it is simultaneously moving your point on the route as well in the background. Looks like a lovely ride.

Re: [RBW] Re: Tempt me to sell you my 51cm Bright orange Sam Hillborne

Garth, I was thinking $1450 plus shipping, professionally packed. Headset included but not BB. I have 2 BB’s here but they are probably too long, both new Tange. I may have a few other odds and ends that I could include. On Wed, Dec 7, 2022 at 6:02 PM Garth wrote: > > I'm gonna play the

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

gt; On Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 12:52:36 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> Yep. The folks who will never ride a mixte/step-thru haven't had a >>>>>>> lugged Riv on the block in quite a while and these colors are >>>>>&

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

t;>> lugged Riv on the block in quite a while and these colors are spectacular. >>>>> Don't doddle! >>>>> >>>>> On Monday, December 5, 2022 at 9:41:51 PM UTC-8 eliot...@gmail.com >>>>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Do y

[RBW] Re: Stem Length and Handlebar Width

I'd be interested in seeing an example of the 54mm Noodle bar. I've been considering them after breaking in my old MTB musculoskeletal system to be more drop bar friendly using the older models of Crust Towel Racks starting at the widest and now the most narrow. I'd still throw the Noodle in a

Re: [RBW] Re: Best saddle for very upright posture?

Kim, I tried the Selle and within a few rides the saddle was loosing all shape and I would have needed to tighten it. I thought that was a bit too quick so it went back. It was not the H but the model just before it in their lineup, but I am only about 145 pounds. On Mon, Dec 5, 2022 at 9:36

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

Paul, my custom was 56cm measured by Grant, my Hillborne is 51cm and fits as it should. On Mon, Dec 5, 2022 at 2:56 PM Paul Clifton wrote: > I'm not looking to buy a Sam, but I just glanced at the size chart on > Instagram, and, wow, the sizing has changed dramatically over the years. My > PBH

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

My bright orange from the batch before the Dark Gold is 27.2. On Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 9:58:35 PM UTC-5 velomann wrote: > "I do not recall a 26.8mm seatpost in the past for the Sam H." > > My Dark Gold Sam from the last batch 2 (3?) years ago has a 26.8 seatpost > diameter, so this

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

I’m with you. I’d trade my near mint orange for a silver in a heartbeat. On Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 10:04:00 AM UTC-5 jak...@me.com wrote: > Anxiously awaiting the new Sams to land on our shores and am obsessing > over the potential build. Perusing these pages with all of your >

[RBW] Re: WTT: Gilles Berthoud Aspin (Natural) for (

Dark brown Berthoud would work as well. Also I meant B17 Special Titanium. I need an editor. On Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 1:23:14 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > PMed > > On Monday, November 28, 2022 at 7:30:11 PM UTC-8 J wrote: > >> Howdy, >> I'd like to trade

[RBW] Re: Rear Dynamo wiring pics / examples? non-fender

Whoopsie daisy, I see now. The bracket blended in so well with the seat post and saddle rails I didn't notice it. On Thursday, November 24, 2022 at 12:22:30 PM UTC-5 J wrote: > I've been trying to figure out a way to mount my Koma light under the > saddle but drawing blank and hav

[RBW] Re: FS: Wooly Warm sweater + novelty bike clock

PM sent for sweater. On Thursday, November 24, 2022 at 7:26:29 AM UTC-8 sprun...@gmail.com wrote: > If anyone's looking for some Christmas splurge purchases and doesn't want > to go to the stores, consider these items: > > 1. Novelty clock made from miscellaneous bike parts. $20 plus actual >

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hawksbill Slope cabin overnighter

t; been infected by it. But something has definitely changed, and as a result > I’ve switched to all-stainless or titanium drinking vessels. The only pass I > give is to my trusty Aeropress, because the coffee it makes is just too damn > good! > > On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 1

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hawksbill Slope cabin overnighter

d to COVID or anything because to my knowledge I >> still have not been infected by it. But something has definitely changed, >> and as a result I’ve switched to all-stainless or titanium drinking >> vessels. The only pass I give is to my trusty Aeropress, because the

Re: [RBW] Re: The do-it-all Rivendell of choice

ratio) and that feels on the verge of spin out. > > Any thoughts on where your 24 front/36 rear combo shines and why you run > it? > > Thanks in advance, > > Scott > > On Thursday, November 17, 2022 at 06:41:23 AM MST, J J > wrote: > > > > I, too, would

[RBW] Re: Granola-Moose Bar?

I’ve got the choco-moose on my Appaloosa. The fit is as close to perfect at I think one could hope for, at least what I could hope for. I just saw the restock of the Losco and considered a swap, but then I rethink it, and why? I also have the Bosco-moose in 58 sizing. Haven’t found the

[RBW] Re: The do-it-all Rivendell of choice

I've only ridden 3 Rivendells, all of them pre-2003 models, so I don't know what I'm missing on the newer models with the relaxed geo and long chain stays. But I have yet to find any faults* with the Waterford A/R that I have, so I guess that would be the one for me! 26" wheels, triple crank,

[RBW] Re: The do-it-all Rivendell of choice

I, too, would choose my Hunqapillar. The setup would be generally what I am currently running on my green Waterford-built 58: - Upright, wide, swept-back bars with mirror and bell - Low gearing (triple with 24 tooth smallest in front, 9-speed with at least 36 tooth biggest in back)

Re: [RBW] The Rivendell Ride

You hit it on the head, Joe. Thanks for the thread. With all of your experience on a gazillion bikes, what do you think accounts for “the magical Riv ride he designs into these frames”? What makes it happen? > On Nov 16, 2022, at 5:41 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > This is an edited version of an

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

I would fall mostly into the Golden Ager, but also the Proto Riv as you define them. I tried one longer chainstay Riv and we did not connect. I currently have a Hillborne which while a newer design for me is more old school, and a Saluki. I have had Riv Roads, a Custom, an AR, and the list

[RBW] Re: saddle angle and lower back pain

I am no stranger to back pain, have had it for over 30 years and 3 back surgeries. I ride my brooks level but not because of back pain but other issues as knee and leg pain and tilting the saddle up gives me numbness. I do ride my saddle lower than my bars which for me makes sense. . Also

[RBW] Re: Zero-rise Albatross Bar?

Speed bar #2 is fantastic, and while not flat, it’s pretty low >> profile. >> https://www.somafab.com/archives/product/moustache-ii-bar >> -Kai >> >> On Friday, October 28, 2022 at 1:45:41 PM UTC-4 Kieran J wrote: >> >>> I'm looking for a handlebar that's ver

[RBW] Re: ISO/Recommendation: help me select a 9-speed triple front derailleur

I agree with Kai. On Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 10:08:16 AM UTC-8 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > I don't know if there's a front derailleur to fix the clearance issue, but > looking at your photo from above, it looks like you need some more > clearance between your big ring and your

Re: [RBW] Re: Kickstand plates, what's up with that?

r of the bike up and >>>> close the stand. That puts a lot of stress on the front of the plate that >>>> could easily lead to the kind of damage shown here. These stands are handy >>>> for keeping the bike upright with loads, and there shouldn't be excessive >>>>

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

> > Lastly, I agree with Eric that there is beauty in a bike with miles on it. > I want to keep mine nice, but I appreciate beausage. I am of two minds. > Leah > > On Nov 5, 2022, at 10:37 PM, J J wrote: > > Thanks for starting this thread, Leah. I enjoy your w

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

Thanks for starting this thread, Leah. I enjoy your writing… as I enjoy Grant’s. He’s very funny even when discussing serious things. At least I see some humor there, whether he intends it or not. Anyway, my daily ride is a Hunqapillar that I bought new about 11 years ago. I was precious

[RBW] Re: WTB: friction thumb shifters and mounts - Silver2 or similar (for Albatross bars, 9 speed)

I also need an X Silver 2 shifter and both side thumb mounts if anyone had some. On Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 9:25:24 PM UTC-4 Pancake wrote: > I’m all set now, got shifters and mounts all lined up! > > On Sunday, October 30, 2022 at 7:11:03 AM UTC-7 Pancake wrote: > >> Got the shifters,

[RBW] Re: Zero-rise Albatross Bar?

n reverse them so they go slightly down >> vs. up. It is a very mild rise. >> >> On Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 2:04:02 PM UTC-4 Kieran J wrote: >> >>> Honestly, I think the Choco bars are the closest thing out there. Not >>> much else comes close.

[RBW] Re: Zero-rise Albatross Bar?

Kieran, I switched from Albatross to Choco. Love the Choco bars, much more room for your hands and you can reverse them so they go slightly down vs. up. It is a very mild rise. On Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 2:04:02 PM UTC-4 Kieran J wrote: > Honestly, I think the Choco b

[RBW] Re: Perfect tires for Clem?

Oh, and I think it's an 8cm Dirt Drop, not 10 like it says on the Blahg. On Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 11:56:34 AM UTC-7 J Imler wrote: > Sure. The bike was up on the Blahg > <https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/grant-petersens-blog/done-done-wrong-proably-still-doing-wrong>, >

[RBW] Re: Perfect tires for Clem?

issue with the reverse stem making anything unstable. It feels completely natural and from my eye is right where a 11cm Tallux and Bosco bar would end up. I really like it. On Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 8:07:48 AM UTC-7 Wesley wrote: > Hi J, > Will you please tell us about your stem/handlebar

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