[RBW] Re: WTB/T Nitto Tallux 5cm Stem

at 7:44:49 PM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > Thank you, Michael! This will certainly be my next step after I give the > 'reduce, reuse' strategy a go. > > Cheers, John > > On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 3:42:37 PM UTC-8 Michael Connors wrote: > >> Crust has 5cm x 250 Techn

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Uh oh, Tony, I see another thread germinating: Great Breweries My Riv Steers Me Towards. Ha! Cheers, John On Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:31:48 PM UTC-7 Tony Lockhart wrote: > @Patrick -- Great beer in Arcata. Look up the Lost Coast Brewery if you're > ever in the area. > > On Wednesday, May

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

That bike looks delicious! A very fine build indeed. Cheers, John On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:57:08 PM UTC-7 Mathias Steiner wrote: > I'm a little mystified by the whole step-through thing, so a Platypus > isn't high on my personal list. > > But THAT is a great build. You can tell a lot of

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > More interesting photos; thanks. Particularly interesting is how small the > inflatable packs up for rack carriage. > > How long does it take to unfold and inflate, and afterward to deflate and > fold up the boat? > > On Mon, May 13, 2024 at 9:33 

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Beautiful photos, Jamin! What a gorgeous ride that must have been. Wow! And the color of your Atlantis is stunning. Beautiful bicycle. Cheers, John On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 8:29:17 PM UTC-7 jamin orrall wrote: > *photos taken on an ancient 7 megapixel Olympus C-7070, fun camera! > > On

[RBW] Re: Photos from last weekend's overnighter

Beautiful! It never fails that I miss Japan so after seeing your photos. I really love the one of your Hunq among the stars. Cheers, John On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 5:51:56 AM UTC-7 diana@gmail.com wrote: > Awesome shots. What size tires were you running? > > On Saturday, May 11, 2024 at

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

Hey Takashi, Yes, indeed, it's a lovely way to travel. Very serene for the most part. I would have enjoyed this boat when I road along the Nyodo River on Shikoku. Cheers, John On Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 4:36:00 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > Hey Robert, I remember seeing this once u

Re: [RBW] Snake-in-a-bike

I agree with Curtis. What a very fine thing you did! That looks like a variety of gopher snake. Quite beautiful, and I'm told they like to hiss. Cheers, John On Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 3:11:20 PM UTC-7 Curtis wrote: > Great save! > > On Sat, May 11, 2024, 1:41 PM Matthew Williams > wrote:

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

Hey Robert, I remember seeing this once upon a time. Perhaps it's where the seed of my idea to get my bike in a boat came from. Very cool, indeed! Hey Patrick, It's hard to say. The Alpackaraft may be a little more particular about where the bike is placed, but time from arrival to launch is

Re: [RBW] FS: XTR m960 polished silver RD (rapid rise)

What are you asking for it? Got some photos? On Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:58:18 PM UTC-7 NYCbikeguy wrote: > I have one too, so if anyone wants it, lmk. > > On Friday, May 10, 2024 at 7:56:42 PM UTC-4 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Pending >> >> On Fri, May 10, 2024 at 4:06 PM Eliot B wrote:

[RBW] Re: FS: XTR m960 polished silver RD (rapid rise)

PM sent Cheers, John On Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:06:27 PM UTC-7 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > Asking $90 OBO -- 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

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

wrote: >> >>> Got it; again, sounds very interesting. I see that Alpacka boats retail >>> basically for the price of an entry-level Clem. >>> >>> I should probably buy an entry level Clem first, though. >>> >>> On Thu, May 9, 2024 at 4:27 PM J

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

. > > On Thu, May 9, 2024 at 4:27 PM John Rinker wrote: > >> Hello Patrick. No trailer needed as, you guessed it, the raft rolls into >> a tidy little 5lb burrito and fits very nicely on the rack. In addition to >> the photos of the raft with the bike, I should have take

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

ago did drive north, float south, then > rode his bike back north to get his car. > > On Thu, May 9, 2024 at 12:07 PM John Rinker wrote: > >> Hey Sue, >> >> I haven't tried my boat without a bike yet, but I did paddle one a few >> years back *sans bicyclette

[RBW] Re: Bar Tape and/or Grips on an Albatross Bar

Hey Doug, I've got ESI grips on my Atlantis with bar-end shifters. I have my cable running underneath the grips but not through them. Kind of like how the cable housing runs along the bottom of the cork grips Riv sells. Then Neubaums wrapped around and shellacked. I find them very comfortable.

[RBW] Re: Snake-in-a-bike

Ha! Great story and really nice photos. it's always good to make new friends! Cheers, John On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:05:40 PM UTC-7 Paul in Dallas wrote: > That is remarkable. > Thanks for capturing and sharing the pics. > > I first saw this pic years ago during the time I did a few

[RBW] Re: List Admin Message: Kerfuffle of the week and what to do about scammy folks

Hey Jim, Your thoughts on this matter make perfect sense to me. Thank you very much for all you do to make our community a fun and informative place to be. Cheers, John On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 12:46:25 PM UTC-7 Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > Hey all - > > I just removed another person who listed

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Beautiful photograph, Brian! Great light, gorgeous setting, and stunning bike. Cheers, John On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 12:47:51 PM UTC-7 Brian Turner wrote: > I started out aiming for a decently long ride yesterday, but found myself > scoping out birding spots in the woods with my buddy (and

Re: [RBW] Dog ride

Wow, great idea for a thread: The Dogs of Riv! Not one best friend, but two! Looking forward to the photos that populate this thread. Some good ones already. Cheers, John On Monday, April 29, 2024 at 1:16:04 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > Oh, and for no reason except that dogs are cute and

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Wheelbase?

You da man, Jeff! Thank you. Cheers, John On Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 3:26:24 PM UTC-7 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote: > Hey John, my 64cm Toyo measures 107cm > > On Sunday 28 April 2024 at 17:04:15 UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > >> Anyone know where I might find the wheelbase meas

[RBW] Toyo Atlantis Wheelbase?

Anyone know where I might find the wheelbase measurement for a 64cm Toyo Atlantis (circa. 2005)? I have a few older Riv geometry charts but they don't show this. Cheers, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Parts for Sale

_0652.JPG] > > On Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 10:33:34 AM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > >> Hey Doug, >> >> I may be interested in the B17 saddle, but the link to your pics doesn't >> seem to work for me. >> >> Cheers, John >> >> On Wednesday, Ap

[RBW] Re: Parts for Sale

Hey Doug, I may be interested in the B17 saddle, but the link to your pics doesn't seem to work for me. Cheers, John On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 3:35:22 PM UTC-7 Doug H. wrote: > I have some parts that I've accumulated the past couple of years that I > need to sell to clear some space in

[RBW] Re: Drop Bombadil in the depths of the Old Forest

Man, that Bomba is cool, but that split rock is outtasight! The rock looks as though the tree roots envelop it. Next time you're by that place I'd like to see the bigger picture. What a special spot to ride an outstanding bike to. Cheers, John On Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 1:34:02 PM

[RBW] The BEST bike film!

Have you seen Will's 8mm bike film ? Maybe it's because I spent a number of years wandering around Golden Gate, or it's shot in 8mm, or the colors are so lush, or wheelies, or mud stripes, or those first tracks on the lawn? Whatever. Perhaps because

Re: [RBW] FS: Alpacka Packraft Setup + Aquabound Paddle

hey Robert, That's a great little film! Wow! Those Bromptons sure don't look very stable at speed, but they fit nicely on those rafts. I love that Alistair was wearing an airline pfd. Hopefully, the person in his seat on the next flight didn't need it. Thanks for sharing that. Cheers, John

Re: [RBW] FS: Alpacka Packraft Setup + Aquabound Paddle

Thanks Colin. Iterating the set-up that's just right for me will only add to the fun! It looks like you've got a pannier of some sort attached to the left fork. Did you leave that attached? BTW, that's some Appaloosa! Beautiful color. Root beer? Aeroperf, that's a very cool TSF16. I once had

Re: [RBW] FS: Alpacka Packraft Setup + Aquabound Paddle

Oooh and aaah! Thanks for the photos Colin. I wish you had posted this months ago before I bought mine! $1000 seems a good deal. C'est la vie! I have yet to use my Caribou as winter up here is more conducive to skating the river than floating it, but those days are coming soon. I appreciate

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

I agree with JAS- beautiful light in that photo and those blossoms are simply sublime! Cheers, John On Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 3:32:14 PM UTC-7 JAS wrote: > Beautiful photo, Jason, with the light on your bike and that blooming tree > in the background. Good work. > > On Saturday, March

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

l is the absolute normal. The different movements are just > opposite each other. > > > > On Mar 18, 2024, at 11:02 PM, John Rinker wrote: > > Just curious: What does 'high normal' mean in the derailleur world? > > > Cheers, John > > > > On Monday, March 18, 202

[RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

Just curious: What does 'high normal' mean in the derailleur world? Cheers, John On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 3:44:45 PM UTC-7 ian m wrote: > I believe the M952 is high normal, but you can't go wrong with the M951 > > On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 1:01:39 PM UTC-4 chintan...@gmail.com wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS - Spring Cleaning - Nitto, Crust, Tektro, Etc.

PM sent on the BB7s. Cheers. On Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 5:35:39 PM UTC-7 saintruggler wrote: > PS sent for the Fleecer Ridge > > > On Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 4:51:46 PM UTC-7 J C wrote: > >> Greetings all, >> >> In making room for a new Roadeo, i've been doing some spring cleaning and

[RBW] Re: (re-introducing) Amelia Homer Hilsen

Ha! 'Women, cats, or felonies'. Good one! Also, very beautiful bicycle. Enjoy the ride! Cheers, John On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 6:51:51 AM UTC-7 SeanMac wrote: > What a beautiful bike. Glad it is working better for you. Looks like you > had a great ride destination! > > What do you have

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: The Queen's Ransom (Sort of)

On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 7:15:30 AM UTC-4 mathiass...@gmail.com >> wrote: >> >>> Great ride report, thanks! >>> Can you please expound a bit on what you did for water? >>> That cannot have been trivial, looking at those pictures. >>> cheers -mathias

[RBW] Re: Roadini on F1 Track ride report

That's very cool, Mike. The promo video really captures how much fun it must be to ride those 20 turns, and it looks like there are some good swimmin' holes in which to cool off! How long is the track? Thanks for sharing. Cheers, John On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 3:05:13 PM UTC-7 Tom M

[RBW] ISO: Compact 58mm 22-Teeth Chainring

Good evening All, Wondering if anyone is holding (and willing to part with) the above mentioned chainring? I have an older XT crank that I'm looking to continue using on my Hunq. Cheers, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Trip Report: Death Valley February 2024

Excellent trip report Diana! You and your friends covered a lot of beautiful, rugged ground, and your photos provide a wonderful window into the spectacular expanses of that magical part of the desert. I had just seen Iohan Gueorgiuev's trip through the national parks

[RBW] Re: Video: Repairing Pam Murray's Silver shifters

Great video Eric! Now I'm looking forward to my silver shifters breaking down so I can tinker like a pro. Also, I dig the wooden-handled screwdrivers and your prowess with the technical language: 'Some other sort of dealy'. Ha! Well done! Cheers, John On Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 2:44:17 PM

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

Takashi, In the past week I've seen 3 things that make me remember Japan so fondly. I saw a lovely 'Rider's Lens' on Bikepacking.com of a quirky Japanese family who take brilliant photos, a video of an English fellow riding from Sapporo to Kyushu, and now your photos of very familiar roads and

[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] Re: Why baskets and front bags instead of rear panniers or perfect Rivendell saddlebags?

The marmot abides. On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 1:21:18 PM UTC-8 Jacob Kersey wrote: > Nice marmot. > > On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 7:51:18 PM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > >> My pet marmot much prefers to ride in the airy, open basket rather than >> buckled in

Re: [RBW] Re: Why baskets and front bags instead of rear panniers or perfect Rivendell saddlebags?

Patrick, Lovely photo of the flowers in the panniers. This discussion, like many about human preferences, it's so much about our habits and that to which we've become accustomed. An argument can be made that flowers are better carried in a front basket so the rider can enjoy both the view,

Re: [RBW] Preaching to the choir

Thanks for sharing this link Keith. I do enjoy the irreverence of Eben, but he certainly seems to be tempering as he ages. Among the salient points he makes, I found the following to be a favorite: "See, carbon bikes and components were designed to be serviced by shop technicians and team

Re: [RBW] Re: Goals for 2024 (will they be S.M.A.R.T. ?)

May each of you reach and fully enjoy reaching each of your SMART goals throughout the upcoming year! Steve, I really align with your goal of enjoying each ride, and this will continue to be a goal for me. I find the crux of the matter lies in being *present* during each of my rides; the more

[RBW] Re: WTB/T Nitto Tallux 5cm Stem

/nitto-technomic-stem > On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 4:59:06 PM UTC-6 John Rinker wrote: > >> Gonna bump this 'cause I'm still hoping someone's holding. Cheers. >> >> On Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 10:56:24 AM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: >> >>> Good morni

[RBW] Re: WTB/T Nitto Tallux 5cm Stem

Gonna bump this 'cause I'm still hoping someone's holding. Cheers. On Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 10:56:24 AM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > Good morning, > > Looking to shorten my reach a bit, and I'm wondering if one of you might > be holding a Nitto Tallux 5 or 6cm stem (25.4,

[RBW] Re: New Jewelry for my Platypus

Wow, that raspberry Platy is going to be even more gorgeous! (Like that's even possible.) Enjoy the blizzard! Cheers, John On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 5:28:30 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I have never had Paul anything. I’ve had whatever brakes and levers came > with my

[RBW] Re: lowrider rack advice / recommendations

Hey Brian, Is it possible that a Mark's Hub Area rack would work? The only thing you'd need to add is something like the Gamoh rack adapter (bluelug.com) so that you'd have attachment points at the

[RBW] WTB/T Nitto Tallux 5cm Stem

Good morning, Looking to shorten my reach a bit, and I'm wondering if one of you might be holding a Nitto Tallux 5 or 6cm stem (25.4, 225mm). I'm happy to purchase or I have an 8cm, 26.0 for trade. Cheers, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Will Cliffhangers leave me hanging?

I haven't had any problems mounting tires, but I've got a pair of WTB Nanos that are clinging for dear life. They won't even let me push their bead from the rim. They truly love the Cliffhangers. Cheers, John On Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 5:03:37 PM UTC-8 ber...@bernardduhon.com wrote: >

Re: [RBW] The Places Our Bikes Take Us

nd in a natural >> state. It would be more appealing for me as well as other cyclists, as well >> as equestrians. Every trail in Thurston County is paved that I have rode >> on. The trails in Pierce County I do not have a full report on those. >> >> Kim Hetzel. >

Re: [RBW] The Places Our Bikes Take Us

Randy, I'm of the very same mind when it comes to riding- open to the deep exploration of my immediate surroundings. This is probably why I like climbing so much; the slow pace (for me) reminds me to look around and enjoy what it is I am riding through. Kim, You'll certainly have a golden

Re: [RBW] Re: 90-year-old cyclist: remarkable video

Ted, I like your cycling goals for 2023. I think that this would make a great Riv t-shirt: 'Riding a lot and enjoying it all! Since 1994' And I think your long-range goal of riding into your 90s sounds pretty great too! Cheers, John On Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 7:06:36 AM UTC-8 Ted

[RBW] Re: 90-year-old cyclist: remarkable video

Thank you for sharing this Patrick. Super inspiring! May we all ride well into our 90s! Cheers, John On Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 3:06:40 PM UTC-8 DTL wrote: > What a small world. I used to work with the filmmakers partner. They > produce really beautiful images! > On Friday, December

[RBW] Re: Winter exercise switch-up for bike riders

A good friend once said: 'If it doesn't end in a cord of wood or a barn full of hay, it ain't exercise!' I would add a cleared driveway. Ha! Winter around here brings lots of snow and the following exercise: clearing a 450m driveway (Thank you Honda!), splitting wood (Thank you Blaze King!),

[RBW] Re: Packrafting with Your Big Riv

Thanks, Ryan! What a wonderful way to spend time outside with your daughter. And, what a lovely section of the Spokane River. I'll definitely be paddling that one day. I've cruised lots of the Centennial trail (mostly west of you) and often wished I'd had a boat of some sort to float that

[RBW] Packrafting with Your Big Riv

I spend a great deal of my summer riding along/swimming in the river that runs through my valley. I'm hoping to add the 'floating on' element next summer and am wondering if anyone here has any experience will strapping larger frames (62cm) to packrafts? I'd love to hear how this works out for

[RBW] Re: Studs for Winter Riding?

 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> Went for a ride in snow today and had a blast! I also slipped around a >> little bit as I tried to follow the packed snow of tire tracks. Got me >> thinking about studded tires. I've never ridden them before and know >> nothing about t

[RBW] Re: ISO: RBW Stubby Hat

Hey Eliot, I've got a blue and tan one circa 2015 (never worn) that I'll let you have for postage. Please be aware though that postage from Canada ain't cheap. Let me know if you want it. Cheers, John On Friday, December 8, 2023 at 3:32:25 PM UTC-8 elliot...@gmail.com wrote: > Missed these

[RBW] Re: Studs for Winter Riding?

er 3, 2023 at 8:34:32 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > >> Went for a ride in snow today and had a blast! I also slipped around a >> little bit as I tried to follow the packed snow of tire tracks. Got me >> thinking about studded tires. I've never ridden them before and know >

Re: [RBW] Studs for Winter Riding?

Ha, Partick! Who needs studs when you're riding around on that tricycle? You ARE the stud! Cheers, John On Monday, December 4, 2023 at 5:29:25 PM UTC-8 wboe...@gmail.com wrote: > Hahahaha, a wonderfully bobish solution to the ice problem. N+1 > > Will > > On Mon, Dec 4, 2023, 5:37 PM

Re: [RBW] Studs for Winter Riding?

gt;> >>> That being said, in winter we tend to get snow with ice, so winter tires >>> should have tall tread blacks and studs. >>> >>> >>> On Sun, Dec 3, 2023 at 8:34 PM John Rinker wrote: >>> >>>> Went for a ride in snow today and had a b

Re: [RBW] Studs for Winter Riding?

ve fallen while riding in more or less a straight line on > them multiple times. > > Josiah Anderson > Missoula, MT > > Le dim. 3 déc. 2023 à 18:34, John Rinker a écrit : > >> Went for a ride in snow today and had a blast! I also slipped around a >> little

[RBW] Studs for Winter Riding?

Went for a ride in snow today and had a blast! I also slipped around a little bit as I tried to follow the packed snow of tire tracks. Got me thinking about studded tires. I've never ridden them before and know nothing about them. Do any of you fine folks with more experience in such matters

[RBW] Re: Finally…….got a Saluki

Very beautiful bicycle Robert, and a 15-year wait seems about right for such a score. Enjoy! Cheers, John On Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 3:48:50 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Oh, wow!!! It’s even red and cream, oh I love it!!! I really hope you’ll > tell us more and show us

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Fall / Autumn Riding Photos 2023

Hey Steve, Yes, this is near Usrey Mountain in Mesa, AZ. That's Superstition Mountian off in the distance. Great riding, beautiful desert! Cheers, John On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 7:57:24 PM UTC-8 Steve wrote: > John Rinker, nice photos!I want to ride that trail !!! (or one l

Re: [RBW] Stolen 1995 Rivendell Road Standard recovered!

Hey Andrew and Adrianna, Also, to remove Sharpie pen you can color over the Sharpie with white-board marker. This will remove Sharpie with no damage to paint or decal. A trick I learned from a 3rd grade student. Cheers, John On Monday, November 6, 2023 at 2:30:11 PM UTC-8 Andrew Letton wrote:

[RBW] Re: Stolen 1995 Rivendell Road Standard recovered!

Well, there's a happy ending, Adrianna! Thank you for sharing. Cheers, John On Monday, November 6, 2023 at 2:07:03 PM UTC-8 Adrianna T wrote: > Hi all, > > Just thought to share the good news. A few months ago, my Riv was stolen > from my garage in San Francisco. I got it back this week. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Another Toyo Atlantis Build Thread

I agree with ChefDurfee, that color is stunning, as is the whole setup of this Atlantis. The red accents at play with the Jolly Rancher apple geen are eye-catching. Must be so satisfying to pedal around on. Cheers, John On Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 11:16:10 PM UTC-7 chefd...@gmail.com

[RBW] Re: "A Steamy Lug Affair" by Grant Petersen

That was a fun read. Thanks, Eric! I totally align with the idea that making functional things beautiful can make the experience of using them so much more pleasurable. Cheers, John On Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 8:02:46 AM UTC-7 Eric Marth wrote: > Hi everyone — I was going through some

[RBW] Re: Last Minute Japan Tips!

rakern wrote: > If you have your bicycle with you, I would suggest going on the Shimanami > Kaido (https://shimanami-cycle.or.jp/go-shimanami/). You can also rent > bicycles from there if you're not taking your bike. > > > > On Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 10:25:34 AM UTC+9

[RBW] Re: Last Minute Japan Tips!

Hey Minh, Well, lucky you! Japan is a real treat in so many ways, and it is a very lovely country in which to cycle. Where will you be going and how long will you be in Japan? Will you have your bicycle with you? If you can get to Kyoto then I'd suggest a late-night cycle tour through the

Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Update

Beautiful! I’ve never seen a silver xtr derailleur, and it’s rapid rise? I’m on the hunt for one now! Cheers, JohnOn Sep 20, 2023, at 21:35, Kim H. wrote:Hi Eliot,My hope is that you find the proper gearing that is most comfortable for you, yet have some climbing gears. With my success of the

[RBW] Re: Riv Ride Report - Impromptu Ride /w Grant

A very fine write-up of what seems to have been a wonderful experience, Joe! Thanks for bringing us along. Cheers, John On Monday, September 18, 2023 at 2:41:36 PM UTC-7 Josh C wrote: > Great post. Thanks for sharing. Sounds like a nice experience. > > On Monday, September 18, 2023 at 5:08:37 

Re: [RBW] Re: ATTENTION ! Someone posted on r/Rivendell_Bicycles the map of Rivendell bike owners

mbers looking to take advantage of others. And, >>> again, the entire forum is publicly visible to anyone with an internet >>> connect. >>> >>> Just my perspective with an interest in looking out for other board >>> members. >>> >>> Eric >>

Re: [RBW] Re: ATTENTION ! Someone posted on r/Rivendell_Bicycles the map of Rivendell bike owners

y >> risk it? >> >> On Fri, Sep 15, 2023 at 7:58 AM Eric Marth wrote: >> >>> I love how many people listed their home addresses so you can go and >>> snag their Rivs out of their sheds! >>> >>> >>> On Thursday, September 14, 2

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders Interactive Map is Live!

PM me and I'll have to do it manually. Haven't figured out the auto-update...yet! On a side note, I did use the map to find a rider in Spokane who turned me onto some very fine riding in the area. Cheers, John On Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 5:15:41 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > My pleasure, R

[RBW] Bicycle Solidarity in Ukraine

Stumbled across this bit of reportage after checking out Nick P's link to arte.tv Ukraine: Bicycle Solidarity Cliché I'm sure, but bikes make a difference. Cheers, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Update

That's a beauty Eliot! I just love those Toyo Atlanti. Enjoy the ride! Cheers, John On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 2:49:14 PM UTC-7 jrst...@gmail.com wrote: > > In my experience when just a few coats of shellac are used it can feel > rough. I always do many coats, 7,8 or more until it

[RBW] Re: FS: 1972 CILO SPRINTX SPORTS TOURING BICYCLE

Wow, that's a really beautiful bicycle, and you've obviously taken great care of it. Someone is going to be very pleased to ride this one around. Good luck with the sale. Cheers, John On Sunday, September 3, 2023 at 9:02:24 AM UTC-7 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > I have for sale a 1972 Cilo

Re: [RBW] Re: ‘95 Rivendell Road, repainted at Waterford

A very beautiful bike that I can imagine must be a joy to ride. The blue is stunning! May it provide many years of blissful riding! Cheers, John On Monday, August 21, 2023 at 6:03:06 PM UTC-7 RichS wrote: > Cody, that is absolutely perfect (for me anyway). Classic Riv all the way. > Love it.

Re: [RBW] Ride Report // Île d'Oléron

Hey John, This is a lovely report on what looks to be a fine, relaxing ride. Your first photo captures a beautiful sky. I think your line 'the joy is exploring' sums the ride up very well, and makes me think we should always have kids along if that's what it takes. Cheers, John On Monday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

Thank you! -John On Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 12:41:34 AM UTC-7 campyo...@me.com wrote: > Of course!! > > –Eric N > > > On Aug 19, 2023, at 6:10 AM, John Rinker wrote: > > Nice Campyguy! I have put this bike shop on the Riv Rider's Map > <

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

Nice Campyguy! I have put this bike shop on the Riv Rider's Map and I'm wondering if I might add one of your photos to the pin? Cheers, John On Friday, August 18, 2023 at 2:18:20 PM UTC-7 RichS wrote: > Nice find Eric. Thank you for

[RBW] Re: Off topic but perhaps permissible ....??? Pipes

Technically, Patrick, steel tubing is pipe so I think you're well within the permissible limits of RBW Owners Bunch. Cheers, John On Friday, August 18, 2023 at 3:48:19 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > Riv content: Deacon Patrick was big on pipes, and a listmember used to > have a "Pipes and

Re: [RBW] NMSW

Hey Josh, I recently built up some Velocity Cliffhangers with nmsw. I also have a set that do have machined sidewalls. I've run them both- mostly in dry conditions, but some wet- and I can't really tell any difference in stopping time or power. I have a pair of Avid arch supremes doing the rim

Re: [RBW] Alternatives to Snoqualmie Pass?

Hello Eliot, 'I’m just starting my own frustrating but blissful journey with RH SP.' Just wondering what has been frustrating about your experience with the Snoqualmies? Cheers, John On Thursday, August 17, 2023 at 7:03:28 PM UTC-7 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > I’m curious to hear what others

Re: [RBW] rack for Wald 139

After looking at Luke's basket setup, I was wondering if anyone else has experienced their rack breaking apart due to the attachment with zip ties? The wires in the base of my first Wald broke in many places, and I believe it was the combination of rough riding and the zip tie attachments.

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders Interactive Map is Live!

nly dream of > a custom mixte. > On Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 10:35:19 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > >> Hello Roberta, >> >> Thanks for adding your pin. It is now updated. You are correct- as the >> map is, I have to manually update it when new data is added. Care to u

[RBW] Re: Routine maintenance / habits / survey

Hey Mackenzy, I live in the interior of BC (Slocan Valley near Nelson) so our weather is a bit different, but here's what I can tell you about how I care for my bikes: 1. I don't really ride them much in the winter (Dec.-Mar.) unless I head South so I can't say much about salty roads and

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders Interactive Map is Live!

On Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 6:48:18 PM UTC-7 Roberta wrote: > My pin is in Philadelphia, PA! I don't see it, so I'm guessing you either > approve, or it takes a bit to update. > > Thank you, John. > > Roberta > > On Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 3:59:58 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wr

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Riders Interactive Map is Live!

Bump on the Riv Rider's Map for any who missed it. Cheers, John On Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 8:31:57 AM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > Nevada, South Dakota, and Rhode Island seem to be the only states devoid > of Riv Riders (I'm sure they're out there!), and East of the Mississippi >

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

Because the slice is below the knobs, I'd try sewing it up with a stout nylon thread, covering the thread with a wipe of Shoegoo (inside and out) and a tri-folded Clifbar wrapper (tough material) on the inside between the tube and tire. This has worked well for me when living in countries where

[RBW] Re: Ride Report + Film photos

Sorry to hear your ride was cut short, especially since your bike looks perfectly set for a long, comfortable ride. Very nice! I really love that last photo of the reservoir's edge. Makes me want to walk that lip to its end. Thanks for sharing these. Cheers, John On Sunday, July 30, 2023 at

[RBW] Wondering about Wheel sets, chains and cassettes

Wondering where the collective wisdom of so many riders falls in regards to this: I've got two sets of wheels for my Atlantis- roadish and off-roadish. Both rear wheels have their own cassettes (12-36). Should they each have their own chain as well? Would it be better to just swap the

[RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

Beautiful Coco! Where in BC are there still lupins like this in bloom? In the southern interior, ours have all gone to seed. A lovely commute, indeed! Been wanting to ride in Grant County for a number of years now, Veloman. Your photos have got me thinking I'd better get there soon. What a

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

Takashi, Your beautiful photos always make me miss Japan. Keep 'em coming! Cheers, John On Friday, June 23, 2023 at 7:26:48 AM UTC-7 Takashi wrote: > Visited the town of Hida Furukawa last weekend. > > A majestic *sanmon* (main gate of a Buddhist temple): > [image: DSC03134.jpg] > > An alley:

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Riders Interactive Map is Live!

, 2023 at 6:25:56 PM UTC-7 Tony Lockhart wrote: > Great news, John. Thanks for making this happen. > > On Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 8:59:17 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> And with that, Tony, you become the 200th rider on the list! >> >> Cheers, John >> >> On

Re: [RBW] Clean AND Buttery Shifting?

ifters. There can be a >> lot of difference between "identical" shifters. >> >> You can try swapping shifters between bicycles and see if the feel >> follows the shifter or stays with the bike. >> >> Laing >> >> On Wednesday, June 14, 202

Re: [RBW] Clean AND Buttery Shifting?

't needed them yet, but I did try the brake cable version and it's > very impressive. > > On Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 6:28:07 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> Thanks, Eliot. Yes, cable housings are filed and run in very smooth >> curves with no bends. I'll try easing

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