[RBW] Re: Is an Atlantis Worth It?

2024-05-22 Thread Matt Beecher
If this is just meant for a 4 mile commute, I would look for a different bike. I have an Atlantis and it weighs a ton. It is great for real touring, but it doesn't sound like you plan to do that. I imagine that you would likely be better off with a Homer, or maybe some sort of high-end

[RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-21 Thread Matt Beecher
If I were to do it again, I would pay for one of the services where they haul your stuff and set up your tent. Getting a hotel will likely be nearly impossible, given the number of people attending. I did RAGBRAI a few years ago and tried bringing my own tent and setting it up at night.

[RBW] Re: A College Clem

2023-08-07 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm sorry to say that I think it will get stolen. I took a bike to college and enough parts were stolen off of it to make it unusable within the first year. It wasn't even a desirable bike or parts. I wish you good luck if you try this. Best regards, Matt in Oswego On Saturday, August

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Saluki Butterscotch Complete Seattle

2023-06-19 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm sorry for whatever is prompting the sale. For anyone on the fence, the Saluki is by far the best Rivendell that I have owned. I use it in a drop bar configuration and for longer distances. It is just so dang comfortable. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Sackville Handlebar bag with Nitto support

2023-05-07 Thread Matt Beecher
I think these came with a nitto F15 rack. Try searching for that, as several have sold here. On Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 6:39:06 PM UTC-5 alan lavine wrote: > I've decided to sell this barely used bag, which I've had for a number of > years without finding it an appropriate home. But I can't

[RBW] Re: WTB Sinewave Cycles Beacon 2 Dynamo Light, or reviews

2023-04-18 Thread Matt Beecher
I have one, but have not had a chance to use it yet. I ordered the gen1 and it kept getting delayed. I changed plans and ran with something else for a while, but still plan to put mine into service this year. Overall, I felt a bit ripped off for a while, waiting with continual promises of it

[RBW] Re: Classic Italian Bicycles: now flat poster !

2023-03-20 Thread Matt Beecher
For those Italian made Rivendells? On Monday, March 20, 2023 at 12:30:37 PM UTC-5 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: >I thought I would share this with the group: > > > > https://corsaclassic.com/en-us/products/classic-italian-bicycles-poster > > *Thanks to popular demand we

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe V1 build revisited

2023-03-19 Thread Matt Beecher
Very cool to see one of these again. I saw one at a Riv dealer in the Dallas area years ago, when I was in the area for work. I think they might have had a couple Roadinis as well. Sadly, I was not in the position to buy a bike, though I did buy some orange SKS fenders, the only set I have

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

2023-03-17 Thread Matt Beecher
I don't know if there is a rule against this, but why not just create a new FS post for your AHH? I could have sworn there was a message against selling non-Rivs, but I am not certain on that atm. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Friday, March 17, 2023 at 1:46:18 PM UTC-5 Drew Henson

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

2023-03-16 Thread Matt Beecher
Purple trumps pink. On Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 12:51:02 AM UTC-5 Peter Bridge wrote: > On Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 1:29:48 PM UTC-7 Matt Beecher wrote: > > Out of curiosity, did you get the pink one off craigslist? If so, please > don't paint it. Be brave enough to ride pink

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

2023-03-14 Thread Matt Beecher
That doesn't work. You should just sell it to me, cheap. :D I do think I have heard of people doing this, but I don't remember where I read that. I've not tried myself, because I think I would still be limited to fairly narrow 650B wheels on my old road. Out of curiosity, did you get

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Stems

2023-03-13 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm not personally interested, but I was curious what the UI 12 was. It seems there may a threaded and threadless version of the stem, according to a very brief Google search. You may want to clarify that. I'm still on the hunt for a 10cm or longer Nitto hi-riser. Cheers, Matt -- You

[RBW] Re: FS - Acorn Large Front Trunk Bag

2023-03-05 Thread Matt Beecher
I sent a message this morning, but never heard back. I'm assuming it may have already sold. On Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 5:13:03 PM UTC-6 Bikie#4646 wrote: > I posted this on the i-BOB list a couple weeks ago, but no takers there. I > wish to repost it here and drop the price by $20: > A

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

2023-02-26 Thread Matt Beecher
It looks like the price has come down just a little bit for the 62cm Sam. https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?s=f8a5e70cf14b0a7e54275e5d2bdb4b4c=292940 On Friday, February 24, 2023 at 11:54:52 AM UTC-6 mitchel Clem Smith JR 52cm 1,200 SF,CA

[RBW] Re: 58 Simple One pics

2023-02-21 Thread Matt Beecher
I've got a Quickbeam and yet I still find myself staring at this and wondering what I could do with it. Thankfully, I imagine this will be gone soon. Good luck with the sale. It is a beauty. On Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 2:47:57 PM UTC-6 alan lavine wrote: > Tried to get all the

[RBW] Re: Thanksgiving Morning Clem crash

2022-12-16 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm sorry to hear that. I had a similar event a few years ago on a "new bike day". I was riding along on my new-to-me Atlantis and taking a turn at what seemed like a safe speed. I think my tires hit a dense patch of goose poop, causing the wheels to go out from under me. I barely

[RBW] Re: Stolen 58cm Rivendell Atlantis - Berkeley

2022-12-07 Thread Matt Beecher
Ugh, I thought I mentioned it, but maybe edited it out. I am very sorry for the loss. Short of my dogs, I don't know what else might hurt more to be stolen than my bike. On Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 4:47:00 PM UTC-6 Matt Beecher wrote: > As someone who has been very casually look

[RBW] Re: Stolen 58cm Rivendell Atlantis - Berkeley

2022-12-07 Thread Matt Beecher
As someone who has been very casually looking for a 58, can you provide any information that would help identify your frame, in case it gets parted out or rebuilt? Do you have any photos of scratches, scuffs, etc that can help us spot it. A long-running fear of mine when buying used bikes

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Bar Sack & Nitto F15 rack

2022-11-30 Thread Matt Beecher
I should have added that mine closes via magnets. On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:48:14 AM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Kevin > > Sure, I'll take it. Is there any kind of closure/retention for the lid? > Is it velcro? Magnets? I feel like it was magnetic. > > I could paypal you

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Bar Sack & Nitto F15 rack

2022-11-30 Thread Matt Beecher
It is worthwhile, because it saved me an email. FWIW, I really like mine and would not have minded a spare. On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:48:55 AM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Intended that reply only to the author, but probably little harm done. > > BL in EC > > On Wednesday,

Re: [RBW] For sale: Suntour hats

2022-11-29 Thread Matt Beecher
I know these are sold out, but figured I would post in case there is another batch made. Mine arrived fast and I am happy with the purchase. I sorta wish I bought two, but now I am hoping there might be a color change in another batch. I also have a big head and it fits me fine. If I

Re: [RBW] FS 60cm Simple One and 61cm MUSA Homer

2022-11-22 Thread Matt Beecher
Graham was looking for a Homer in this size and just posted a WTB. I don't know if this sold, but if not, you might want to try and connect. TBH, I am maybe a little glad that I did not see the frameset posted, as I don't know if I could have resisted a Homer with centerpul braze-ons.

[RBW] Re: WTB 61 A. Homer Hilsen

2022-11-22 Thread Matt Beecher
Alex Wirth was trying to sell a very nice looking bike not too long ago. I don't see anything that said it sold, so you might want to find that post, if you are open to buying a full bike. I don't know if he was considering selling the frameset, but you can always ask. On Tuesday,

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

2022-11-12 Thread Matt Beecher
IMO, the peak of my interest remains with the Atlantis and Saluki, though I would like to try one of the Toyo Homers of the 700c variety and maybe a Wilbury. The move to being upright does not interest me, yet, and I have not seen anything that interests me in a new frameset. I imagine one

[RBW] Re: FS Bump: 60cm Wilbury looking for new home. $2500

2022-11-10 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm probably just kicking the tires on this, but what are the theoretical top tube lengths on these things? Were they designed to be upright, or do they work equally well for drop bars? Best regards, Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: WTB: 60 Riv Simpleone Frame/Fork

2022-11-03 Thread Matt Beecher
Did you see Alex Wirth's post? On Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 7:26:01 AM UTC-5 Michael Ullmer wrote: > Bumping this again, still searching! > > On Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 1:35:43 PM UTC-5 Michael Ullmer wrote: > >> All this talk of Riv Singlespeeds by Bill and others has me wanting to

[RBW] Re: Thinking about getting a 62 Quickbeam

2022-10-18 Thread Matt Beecher
Did the QB ever come without cantis? I would assume that is a Simpleone. On Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 1:02:56 PM UTC-5 JohnS wrote: > > Hello Tom, > > Not mine, but a nice looking 62 QB frame/fork on the bay now... > > >

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm SimpleOne

2022-10-18 Thread Matt Beecher
Guessing they are these. https://crustbikes.com/products/magic-components-dango-bros Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Monday, October 17, 2022 at 12:25:09 PM UTC-5 steve wrote: > Beautiful bike. Where did you get the smiley face cable carriers? > Steve > > On Monday, October 17, 2022 at

[RBW] Re: FS: Tall Rando Bag by Acorn, gray waxed canvas, $160 plus $20 shipping

2022-10-10 Thread Matt Beecher
For anyone that is not familiar with these, they are possibly the finest handlebar bags on the market. I have one of this size and a medium for my Saluki. I found it best to mount with a decaleur, such as what is sold by Velo Orange, for extra stability on the rack. The rear bags are nice

[RBW] Re: Roadini 61 on Craigslist (not mine)

2022-09-14 Thread Matt Beecher
ght be >> worth just getting the tools and doing it yourself. Or look for the LBS >> that looks so rundown nobody would think to go, they usually have the skill >> to do anything on a steel frame. >> >> On Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 2:24:33 PM UTC

[RBW] Re: Roadini 61 on Craigslist (not mine)

2022-09-13 Thread Matt Beecher
I also think it is sad that they are not doing this prep. I would have no confidence in my LBS doing that well, which would make me second guess whether to get another Riv. I'm hoping that some amount of pleading will get them to reconsider this, if I am ever interested in buying another new

[RBW] Re: Seeking measurements on Nitto 34F

2022-08-21 Thread Matt Beecher
with that > rack: > https://www.flickr.com/search/?user_id=9108763%40N08_all=1=34f > > -Brent > > On Sunday, 21 August 2022 at 11:31:55 UTC-4 Matt Beecher wrote: > >> Can someone with a Nitto 34F please measure it to tell me the distance >> from the bottom of the platform at th

Re: [RBW] Re: One Rivendell to rule them all

2022-08-12 Thread Matt Beecher
I've ridden several, but the Saluki is my favorite. Models that I have tried: Toyo Atlantis, Waterford Atlantis, Taiwan Atlantis, Waterford Road Standard, Taiwan AHH, Quickbeam, & custom singlespeed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] WTB: 58 cm Toyo Atlantis

2022-08-09 Thread Matt Beecher
I was looking a while ago. I had some opportunities present themself, then a few decided against selling. One remained, but wanted more than I think the bike was worth. Maybe you are willing to spend more than I. https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3324393/ I ended up buying back an old

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Items

2022-07-29 Thread Matt Beecher
The photo link does not work. Is this the platsack/rack that was on Ebay recently. If so, I am a bit disappointed. On Friday, July 29, 2022 at 8:30:02 AM UTC-5 mitchel...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello! I got some Sackville bags for sale.. let me know if you have any > questions or want more

[RBW] Re: FS: Marinoni Turismo

2022-07-22 Thread Matt Beecher
Yep, the other was larger, but these are pretty cool, imo. https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-sales/1002852-marinoni-special-triple-rings-cantilever-brakes-great-condition.html On Friday, July 22, 2022 at 12:34:44 PM UTC-5 Matt Beecher wrote: > Very cool. I love purple bikes an

[RBW] Re: FS: Marinoni Turismo

2022-07-22 Thread Matt Beecher
Very cool. I love purple bikes and I remember one like this several years back on Bikeforums. I think it was taller though, as I recall considering it, but the bike sold before I could finalize a deal. Good luck with the sale. Best regards, Matt On Friday, July 22, 2022 at 12:03:38 AM

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

2022-07-22 Thread Matt Beecher
No sales history. I might have considered it, but that will make me pass. On Friday, July 22, 2022 at 10:14:04 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Roadini F/F/HS > 57cm > $750! > > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/385021626200?hash=item59a513c758:g:uyYAAOSwK1pi2q-c > > Low mileage. I hope someone

Re: [RBW] Advice on a bike trade

2022-07-21 Thread Matt Beecher
I recommend keeping the Atlantis. On Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 7:21:28 PM UTC-5 frankie garcia wrote: > [image: image0.jpeg] > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jul 21, 2022, at 7:14 PM, Eric Daume wrote: > > I think it also depends on the XO1. The canti orange ones should be worth > more… at

[RBW] Re: FS Cargo Bike Stuff

2022-07-15 Thread Matt Beecher
Probably a good idea to show it on a bike, if you can. I did not know what it was and was curious enough to look it up online. Not sure whether others would bother. My first thought was that it looked awfully long to not have any sort of additional wheel...until I saw what it really was.

[RBW] Re: Rosco Platy!

2022-07-14 Thread Matt Beecher
I'd really like bike like this for a drop bar build, but I just could not pull the trigger without knowing the top tube length. My guess is that this is designed for upright riding only, which seems to be the way Riv is trending. Good luck to all those who pick this up. It looks like a nice

[RBW] Re: FS NIB 55cm Bleriot

2022-07-12 Thread Matt Beecher
That's crazy. If these truly ride like the Saluki, this is an amazing deal. On Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 11:47:46 AM UTC-5 cramer@gmail.com wrote: > I was deployed and/or living overseas, the frameset was stored in a > climate controlled facility in the frame box unbuilt. $1100, free

[RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot 55 complete $1000 plus shipping

2022-07-06 Thread Matt Beecher
That's a crazy good deal! I'm not personally interested, but I also cannot access the photos. GLWS! Matt On Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 6:09:10 PM UTC-5 Valerie Yates wrote: > I am interested in selling my size 55 Bleriot complete. It is a lovely > bike to ride. I have the gearing set for

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil, 56cm Hillborne, 45cm Clem

2022-05-31 Thread Matt Beecher
On Tue, May 31, 2022 at 4:29 PM Matt Beecher wrote: > >> Congratulations! I recently bought back my old silver Saluki, after >> failing to find an Atlantis at a reasonable price. Now I have that to >> rebuild, along with a Gitane TdF. >> >> Best regards, >&g

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil, 56cm Hillborne, 45cm Clem

2022-05-31 Thread Matt Beecher
Congratulations! I recently bought back my old silver Saluki, after failing to find an Atlantis at a reasonable price. Now I have that to rebuild, along with a Gitane TdF. Best regards, Matt Beecher -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: A Quiet Ride and Thoughts of Bicycle Commuting

2022-05-01 Thread Matt Beecher
I used to bike commute in Athens when I worked at the EPA and my wife was still in Vet School. It's a nice area and that was where I got back into riding as an adult. It turned out to be as fast/faster than driving because I could ride through the campus, instead of hitting all those lights

[RBW] Re: WTB: 58cm Toyo or Waterford Atlantis

2022-04-30 Thread Matt Beecher
Giving this another shot, in case someone might know of one for sale... Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- 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

[RBW] Re: A Hunq

2022-04-25 Thread Matt Beecher
If someone has to have pink fenders, there is this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/265580783485?hash=item3dd5d9277d:g:RqAAAOSwS0diI8T7 I have no affiliation with the sale, but I remembered spotting them while I have been searching for 2 sets of the old beige SKS fenders that are also no longer in

[RBW] Re: Who's pre-ordering an Atlantis next week?

2022-04-16 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm not looking for another MIT Atlantis, since I got a 56 a few years ago, but I wish I picked up a 58 AHH a couple months ago. Those went fast. On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 4:50:53 PM UTC-5 CJ wrote: > I have to admit that for the last decade or so, I haven't been too > interested in

[RBW] Re: Best all-around useful saddlebag?

2022-04-16 Thread Matt Beecher
I've got a few Acorn bags. The medium and tall rando bags are the best I have seen, if you want to consider a front rack bag and are willing to commit to a decaleur. The saddle bags are good too, but more on par with competition. The only fault I give Acorn is that they are hard to get,

[RBW] Re: looking for a specific headlight mount

2022-04-09 Thread Matt Beecher
> <https://www.velolumino.com/product/at-headlight-mount/6?cp=true=false=false=false_id=3> > > Cheers, > Collin, lungs full of pollen, in Sacramento > On Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 8:28:45 AM UTC-7 Matt Beecher wrote: > >> I recall seeing a small online shop for someone that

[RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

2022-04-05 Thread Matt Beecher
Do what you want and don't get caught up with what others think. I imagine when I put canti's on an early 70's Motobecane LeChampion, people thought I was trying to make a cross/touring bike. I just really liked the bike and wanted different brakes...and a small trunk sack up front. Of

Re: [RBW] FS New Sackville Hoard found, trunk sacks, saddle sacks, backabikes, discontinued items

2022-04-04 Thread Matt Beecher
It was not the first time my responses to Alex went without reply, but we have that worked out now. I also had looked at what his email was and assumed the numbers@gmail was Google Group obscuring his real email address. On Monday, April 4, 2022 at 12:13:31 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS New Sackville Hoard found, trunk sacks, saddle sacks, backabikes, discontinued items

2022-04-03 Thread Matt Beecher
Well, since I got no reply, I guess I'll have to shop elsewhere. GLWS. Matt On Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 10:55:17 AM UTC-5 Matt Beecher wrote: > PM sent on panniers, XS saddle sack, mudflaps, and a saddle. Let's set up > a bike! > > Best regards, > Matt > > On Sunday,

[RBW] Re: FS New Sackville Hoard found, trunk sacks, saddle sacks, backabikes, discontinued items

2022-04-03 Thread Matt Beecher
PM sent on panniers, XS saddle sack, mudflaps, and a saddle. Let's set up a bike! Best regards, Matt On Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 9:31:00 AM UTC-5 Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > Some updates as of today, I found another big box of Sackville stuff (from > our old shop): > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv asks: One bike forever, which one?

2022-04-02 Thread Matt Beecher
This would be a tough call, but as I get older, the Saluki gets more comfortable. I imagine the Atlantis would hold up better to wear and tear. I imagine the Saluki would win amongst the two, since it can do all that I ask of the Atlantis and it weighs a fair bit less. If I were a younger

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivish Parts from garage clear-out

2022-03-28 Thread Matt Beecher
I should have clarified that I am interested in the Campagnolo shifters. On Monday, March 28, 2022 at 11:35:08 AM UTC-5 Matt Beecher wrote: > I'm interested in the shifters, but cannot get the link to the pictures to > work. Have the shifters been used a lot? > > Best regards, >

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivish Parts from garage clear-out

2022-03-28 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm interested in the shifters, but cannot get the link to the pictures to work. Have the shifters been used a lot? Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Monday, March 28, 2022 at 10:25:35 AM UTC-5 jayay...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi All, > > Doing some garage cleanout so I can follow my other

[RBW] WTB: 58cm Toyo or Waterford Atlantis

2022-03-20 Thread Matt Beecher
After seeing the post for the bike in Arizona, I thought I should post that I'm still looking for a 58cm Atlantis. Toyo is preferred. I'd certainly consider a Waterford one too. If someone is looking for something smaller, I do have one of the Taiwan 650B Atlantis in what I think was a 56,

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki, first ride

2022-03-19 Thread Matt Beecher
; > On Fri, Mar 18, 2022 at 4:21 PM, Matt Beecher wrote: > > That's a nice bike and build. The Saluki is one of my favorite bikes, if > not *the* favorite. Congrats on the acquisition. > > Best regards, > Matt in Oswego, IL > On Friday, March 18, 2022 at 2:25:31 PM UTC

[RBW] Re: Saluki, first ride

2022-03-18 Thread Matt Beecher
That's a nice bike and build. The Saluki is one of my favorite bikes, if not *the* favorite. Congrats on the acquisition. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Friday, March 18, 2022 at 2:25:31 PM UTC-5 Joel S wrote: > [image: 94A4BDD3-7098-4E68-A063-89DFAD04AC39.jpeg]Today the weather was >

[RBW] Waterford vs Toyo AHH

2022-03-13 Thread Matt Beecher
I've been looking at that neat AHH over on Ebay and it got me wondering. I saw a few comments in the past about Waterford vs Toyo AHH frames. How does one tell the difference. Is the easiest/only option to look for Waterford dropouts? Do any of the AHH frames have a kickstand plate?

[RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

2022-03-13 Thread Matt Beecher
Neat bike. Orange and purple always reminds me of the Joker, though I am not a big fan of the character. I've thought about getting a bike repainted in purple and orange for a few years, though I have not decided on which shades to use. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Saturday, March

[RBW] Beige sks fenders

2022-03-08 Thread Matt Beecher
Does anybody know of a source to buy the beige SKS fenders? I'm looking for a 700c set for a Waterford Atlantis. The tires will likely be 38, so I assume that means I should use the P55. I might consider the P45, if that is all that I can get my hands on. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL

[RBW] Re: FS(Bay Area): 58? Quickbeam

2022-03-01 Thread Matt Beecher
That's nice, and a fair price in current times. If I did not already have one, I would be sorely tempted. These are nice bikes, from an age when Riv produced bikes with more aggressive in geometry, yet still "unracer". GLWS! Matt in Oswego, IL On Monday, February 28, 2022 at 7:35:38 PM

Re: [RBW] New Craigslist/others thread

2022-02-25 Thread Matt Beecher
Who needs to climb a mountain. Just pull it out of the way. On Friday, February 25, 2022 at 12:15:09 PM UTC-6 samwe...@gmail.com wrote: > holy mackerel, get a load of that cassette! > > On Friday, February 25, 2022 at 10:27:24 AM UTC-6 Matthew Williams wrote: > >> Bleriot >> 59cm >> $2500 >>

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Hi-Riser in 105, 110, or 135

2022-02-21 Thread Matt Beecher
As the title states, I am looking for one of the longer Nitto Hi-riser stems for a frame that I am trying to make work, despite the threadless steerer. https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-hiriser-25-4-1-1-8-threadless-stem-16252?variant=23337063489 Does anyone here have one or two

[RBW] Re: New Bike-Trade Day - A(nother) Quickbeam

2022-01-31 Thread Matt Beecher
I'd like a silver 58 too, just for the kickstand plate. For now, I am thoroughly enjoying my green 58, or at least I will again in the spring. I'm not yet sure if I want it enough to deal with shipping, then selling mine, but you never know. Best regards, Matt - competition for Bill -

[RBW] Re: Faceplater and Bosco for sale

2022-01-12 Thread Matt Beecher
If someone has the 110mm faceplater for 25.4 bars and wants to swap, I am willing to buy this one. I'd also be willing to buy the 110 directly. I'd be willing to try the 135mm too. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 5:47:53 PM UTC-6 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] Opinions re Roadeo colors

2021-12-06 Thread Matt Beecher
There are not enough purple bikes, though I read a post a while back where Rivendell recognized that. I have a purple Saluki and a purple XO-2. The purple Saluki is one of my favorites and made the rounds before I got it. Here is a previous owner of my Saluki, for the color.

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: Green Rambouillet - 56cm or 58cm

2021-12-06 Thread Matt Beecher
I outed a 58cm green one on Ebay about 2 years ago and regretted that decision, as it was pretty cheap. I should have bought it for myself, though I later found a blue 60. (Not for sale.) Best regards, Matt B in Oswego, IL On Monday, December 6, 2021 at 4:05:08 PM UTC-6 Nikko in Oakland

[RBW] Re: Looking for Rim Advice

2021-11-30 Thread Matt Beecher
I had issues with a rim recently and determined it was the cotton tape. I switched to use the blue tape (Velocity?) that Riv sells and the rims were manageable again. I don't recall the rim brand though, so I apologize for that lack of information. I have a wheel that came with veloplugs

Re: [RBW] Re: Great Blue Homers

2021-11-30 Thread Matt Beecher
I have wheels with both of those rims. I vastly prefer Atlas, if you can source them. The A23 is my go-to rim if I want tires in the 33mm or less range. I like Atlas for bigger rims, but I find I generally don't exceed 38mm for anything. I don't really like my Dyad rims, but that might

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet frameset 64cm c-t

2021-11-20 Thread Matt Beecher
Beautiful. I'm fairly surprised that this is still available. If only this were a 58, I'd be gearing it up for Spring with fenders, lights, etc. To the OP: Good luck with the sale. To the next owner: You better pounce on it soon. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL no relation to seller

[RBW] Re: S24o I & M Canal for 60ish Miles w/pics

2021-11-15 Thread Matt Beecher
Neat. I am in the area, but have not ridden that trail yet. I'll have to put it on my "to do" list. Thanks for sharing? What day did you do this? Saturday/Sunday? Best regards, Matt in Oswego On Monday, November 15, 2021 at 1:23:34 PM UTC-6 joseph...@gmail.com wrote: > Living in Chicago

Re: [RBW] Feeler: Trade 58cm(ct) Riv All Rounder(or 61cm Toyo Atlantis) for 58cm Toyo Atlantis

2021-11-08 Thread Matt Beecher
s I may be willing to sell. >> >> On Sat, Oct 30, 2021 at 8:13 AM Matt Beecher wrote: >> > I've been looking to buy a 58cm Toyo Atlantis for a little while and I am >>> debating the idea of trading what I assume to be a 58 orange All-Rounder >>> for it. The 5

Re: [RBW] Feeler: Trade 58cm(ct) Riv All Rounder(or 61cm Toyo Atlantis) for 58cm Toyo Atlantis

2021-11-08 Thread Matt Beecher
are to share photos with me? > > On Oct 30, 2021, at 10:13, Matt Beecher wrote: > > I've been looking to buy a 58cm Toyo Atlantis for a little while and I am > debating the idea of trading what I assume to be a 58 orange All-Rounder > for it. The 58cm measurement came from the center

[RBW] Re: Feeler: Trade 58cm(ct) Riv All Rounder(or 61cm Toyo Atlantis) for 58cm Toyo Atlantis

2021-11-01 Thread Matt Beecher
: > Very Nice. The Pro's Closet All Rounder. I won't bother you further but if > you change your mind you have my email from the one I sent yesterday. Feel > free to reach out. > > On Sunday, October 31, 2021 at 8:27:44 PM UTC-4 Matt Beecher wrote: > >> Some people

[RBW] Feeler: Trade 58cm(ct) Riv All Rounder(or 61cm Toyo Atlantis) for 58cm Toyo Atlantis

2021-10-30 Thread Matt Beecher
I've been looking to buy a 58cm Toyo Atlantis for a little while and I am debating the idea of trading what I assume to be a 58 orange All-Rounder for it. The 58cm measurement came from the center of the bb to the tip of the lug. It seems to be about 56 center to center on the seat tube.

[RBW] Re: The scariest Rivendell - Halloween Special - Pumpkin QuickBeam and Carbon

2021-10-29 Thread Matt Beecher
Is that a garmin mount at the rear? Is it for their radar/rear light? Where did you get it...or did you fabricate it? Best regards, Matt Beecher Oswego, IL On Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 7:50:37 AM UTC-5 Max S wrote: > Don't let Grant and the Riv gang see this, okay?.. > > -

[RBW] Re: FS: Free To Good Home - Bars, Levers, Brakes, etc.

2021-09-23 Thread Matt Beecher
That's very generous. I really wish there was a way that I could get that fork, but it is a bit of a drive. ;) Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at 4:57:25 PM UTC-5 Corwin wrote: > Hi - > > The pics of the frame below show several parts of a Simple One I

[RBW] WTB: Italian 3 speed freewheel and a 1950 Italian crankset

2021-09-17 Thread Matt Beecher
for a mystery frame Cambio Corsa build I am trying to finish. I might need pedals too. Best regards, Matt Beecher Oswego, IL USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: Not selling more bikes that need to be shipped

2021-09-17 Thread Matt Beecher
I don't blame anyone for not being willing to ship. I have my own hesitations and they have not worked out well when I tried in the past. I've certainly appreciated that others have shipped to me though...or in one case, drove from a couple states away to deliver a bike to my house. I

[RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

2021-09-15 Thread Matt Beecher
As a Trek 720 owner, I am in agreement with market prices for them. It is a very nice bike. I converted mine to 700c and found it nice enough to eventually add dynamo lighting. I also would not think it is like the Roadini, though I admit I have not ridden one. I imagine the Roadini is

[RBW] Re: Any former paper boys (or girls) on this list?

2021-09-07 Thread Matt Beecher
I would not classify myself as having been a paper boy, but I would cover for my friend when he was ill/traveling. It was a terrible job, compared to mowing lawns/shoveling snow, where I made far more money and did not have to get up super early or working in cold rain. I remember that I had

[RBW] Re: What made you a bikey?

2021-09-04 Thread Matt Beecher
I was living in Athens, GA and working at the EPA facility in town. There were showers available and I noticed that my commute took unreasonably long to get around the UGA campus. I got a bike and my commute time did not really change much. Sometimes it was slower, sometimes it was faster.

[RBW] WTB: Atlas wheelset

2021-09-04 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm looking for a 700c Atlas wheelset, for clincher brakes and 130mm spacing in the rear. Anybody have something available, before I build up a wheelset myself...or order one? Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: RBW decal kits - where to source?

2021-08-31 Thread Matt Beecher
I seem to recall reading that they will only sell/ship to reputable painters...to prevent people from using the decals on other frames. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv Hat

2021-08-10 Thread Matt Beecher
They did a nice run of hats a couple years ago. I picked up a bucket hat, 2nd hand. I really wanted one of the traditional baseball style hats. I seem to recall a nice looking orange one. I have a green baseball cap, but quality does not seem quite as nice as the Blue Lug or the ones I

[RBW] Re: WTB: 61cm Toyo Atlantis

2021-07-20 Thread Matt Beecher
If you spot a 58 that is reasonably priced and structurally sound, I would consider selling my 61cm Toyo. Cheers, Matt On Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 1:03:47 AM UTC-5 brenpe...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello Everyone, > > I know this one is a stretch but I figured this is where I would start on >

[RBW] Re: FS: Racks n' Sacks n' More - Price drop!

2021-07-19 Thread Matt Beecher
Do Pletscher racks still mount by clamping the seatstays, or do they mount to holes in the seatstays like most other racks nowadays? I might be slightly interested in the rack, but it would matter how those mount. I did not see it still listed on the Riv website, which seems kind of sad.

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2021-07-04 Thread Matt Beecher
Working bikes has a 54cm Atlantis. The price might be a bit high, but they are a good cause. https://store.workingbikes.org/54cm-rivendell-atlantis-0435-c1.html No affiliation. Matt in Oswego, IL On Monday, June 28, 2021 at 5:54:53 PM UTC-5 Collin A wrote: > Stolen Hunqapillar from

Re: [RBW] H/Hilsen (Toyo) tire size

2021-06-25 Thread Matt Beecher
Hi Doug, I have a 58 AHH that is 650B. I wanted a 58 Saluki to see if I liked it more than my 60cm Saluki, but settled on the AHH. I prefer the Saluki decals and badge. Best regards, Matt On Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 5:59:50 PM UTC-5 Doug Williams wrote: > Yes, sorry. I should have

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2021-06-23 Thread Matt Beecher
spotted on the Paceline forum: 54 Legolas https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=270496 Cheers, Matt -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2021-06-09 Thread Matt Beecher
If I did not have a Saluki and I wanted one, I would gladly buy that one if it were my size. They are nice bikes and have a good following. When the time comes for me to sell mine, I expect I might do the same. If the seller does not need to sell them, there is no harm in posting a high price

Re: [RBW] Things You Might Like

2021-05-29 Thread Matt Beecher
regards, Matt Beecher Oswego, IL On Saturday, May 29, 2021 at 7:36:38 PM UTC-5 Jeffrey Arita wrote: > +1 on the Quad Lock! Amazingly reliable means to secure a smartphone. > > Here are a couple: > > - Rok Straps. IMHO should be considered standard equipment if > bikepacking/cyc

[RBW] Re: For sale: 54cm Roadini

2021-03-02 Thread Matt Beecher
Great seller, fwiw, and his stuff is always bargain priced. I have bought far too many frames from Neal, but feel satisfied that this is bordering on being too small for me. Best regards, Matt Beecher - Wishing he caught the Ebisu that Neal released a few years ago. Oswego, IL -- You

[RBW] Re: That 54cm Saluki/Heron in Rhode Island

2021-01-28 Thread Matt Beecher
! As for the Heron, that one could tempt me. I wish I spotted the frameset that was sold about a year ago for virtually nothing. I think it was even on this list. Good luck with the sale. Best regards, Matt Beecher Oswego, IL No affiliation with Mike or the seller. -- You received

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2021-01-19 Thread Matt Beecher
There is a 52cm Betty across the hall on the IBOB list. I have no affiliation with the seller. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- 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

[RBW] Re: Saw FS: 60cm Rivendell Custom

2021-01-19 Thread Matt Beecher
I meant to post that a while back. It was/is on their website too. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 11:15:09 AM UTC-6 rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: > Hi all: Saw this at the LBS today. Not mine. Purty! Contact Recycled > Cycles in Seattle if interested. > >

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