Re: [RBW] Not that we need a reason.

2024-05-20 Thread Matthew Williams
I was listening to this story just minutes before you posted the link! On May 20, 2024, at 7:45 AM, Curtis McKenzie wrote: I found this interesting. Please enjoy your day. https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/05/20/1251561467/biking-knee-pain-longevity-arthritis Peace, Curtis --

Re: ThRe: [RBW] ISO: Toyo Atlantis 56-58cm/26"

2024-05-16 Thread Matthew Williams
> On May 16, 2024, at 7:29 PM, Hoch in ut wrote: > > There is a guy on Facebook Riv Marketplace that says he has a Toyo built > 57-58”, 26” Atlantis. Guy named William John Spencer in a WTB: Toyo Atlantis > thread. Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3127504017358010/ -- You received

Re: [RBW] ISO: Toyo Atlantis 56-58cm/26"

2024-05-16 Thread Matthew Williams
https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/7Fm5e3JPKBM/m/NYuNyvQIAwAJ > On May 16, 2024, at 2:54 PM, Jerry Lynn wrote: > > Seeking a Toyo Atlantis 56-58cm/26" frameset please. Looking to hand over my > 55cm/93 XO-1 to my wife - it's a bit small for me anyway - so would love to > build a

Re: [RBW] Re: Upright / Relaxed / Swept-Back - Style of Riding

2024-05-09 Thread Matthew Rebmann
***Reposting with a correction*** A few things to keep in mind: -Riding in an upright position will recruit different muscles in your legs and butt, you may feel it to be a bit harder to ride fast in this position. You will also catch more wind which can slow you down a bit. -You should keep

Re: [RBW] Re: Upright / Relaxed / Swept-Back - Style of Riding

2024-05-09 Thread Matthew Rebmann
A few things to keep in mind: -Riding in an upright position will recruit different muscles in your legs and butt, you may feel it to be a bit harder to ride fast in this position. You will also catch more wind which can slow you down a bit. -You should keep in mind the steering axis. If your

Re: [RBW] WTB: Hunqapillar 54 / 56 cm

2024-05-07 Thread Matthew Williams
Irving P, please pick up the white courtesy phone! > On May 7, 2024, at 7:44 AM, Max S wrote: > > Test-rode one over a decade ago at BBB, shoulda bought it then. Maybe > someone's ready to pass theirs on to another good home?.. (Ideally just a > frameset) > > - Max "coulda shoulda woulda

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

2024-05-07 Thread Matthew Williams
> On May 7, 2024, at 2:56 PM, Hoch in ut wrote: > > Would it be possible to list the names of the scammers somewhere? J A quick Google of “cuddlebear1808” yielded this: https://www.stopforumspam.com/country/ng Thanks for keeping our community safe and scammer-free, Jim. We appreciate you.

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa 57cm Purple

2024-04-20 Thread Matthew Williams
Bumping this again... On Feb 14, 2024, at 5:37 PM, Matthew Williams wrote: Bump! Dropping the price to 1800 or best offer. On Monday, October 30, 2023 at 6:24:56 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: Hi everyone, for sale is a new-in-the-box Appaloosa frameset: 57cm Purple New in the box. Box

[RBW] Re: Acorn Bag, Shimano Skewers, Appaloosa 700c Wheelset

2024-04-20 Thread Matthew Williams
Acorn tool roll has been sold! > On Jan 30, 2024, at 8:19 PM, Matthew Williams > wrote: > > Acorn Tool Roll > Black waxed canvas with leather straps > Nearly new, mounted once but never used > From a non-smoking, pet-free, fragrance-free home > 60.00 or b

Re: [RBW] WTB: 57cm Appaloosa or 59cm Clem

2024-04-18 Thread Matthew Williams
Yes! https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/w0OeCP48xQo/m/_kWYO5xVAgAJ > On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:10 PM, Trevor Oleniuk wrote: > > Before I go and invest in a new frames later this year, I am going to put > this out there. Anyone have either a 57cm appaloosa or 59cm Clem they are >

Re: [RBW] WTB Atlantis 53cm, Homer 54.5cm, frame or complete

2024-04-16 Thread Matthew Williams
Here’s a 51cm Atlantis... https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/berkeley-rivendell-atlantis-new/7733367373.html > On Apr 15, 2024, at 5:38 AM, Robert Calton wrote: > > Also very interested in a Hillborne 52/54 > > On Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 2:36:15 AM UTC-4 Robert Calton wrote: >>

[RBW] Re: For all-rounder fandom doing spring overhauls

2024-04-05 Thread Matthew P
aybe causes a little difficulty for him (quill stem supposed to make adjustments easier, is one argument) plus the weight (FWIWeighs). Great bike though. No complaints overall. I'll return to ingest more of the vid. -Matthew P San Diego - Kumeyaay Land On Friday, April 5, 2024 at 9:45:17 AM UTC

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-04-02 Thread Matthew Williams
Appaloosa F/F/HS/BB 54cm 1550 Livonia, MI https://www.ebay.com/itm/176315160619 Sam Hillborne F/F/HS/BB 51cm 1550 Livonia, MI https://www.ebay.com/itm/176315208003 Sam Hillborne “Large” (contact seller for size) 2500 El Cerrito, CA

[RBW] WTB: Acorn Trunk Bag

2024-03-26 Thread Matthew Williams
I’m looking for an Acorn Trunk bag, in black. Anyone holding? -- 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] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-03-03 Thread Matthew Williams
Roadini 57cm 2000 Emeryville, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/emeryville-rivendell-leo-roadini/7720529232.html -- 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

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Large 33R Rear Rack

2024-03-02 Thread Matthew Williams
Anyone have one, preferably in the San Francisco Bay Area? -- 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-02-28 Thread Matthew Williams
Sam Hillborne DTT, one owner! 60cm 2450 San Francisco, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7721166128.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Experience with North Street Bags backpack panniers?

2024-02-28 Thread Matthew Rebmann
PS - I'm happy to provide some photos later if you'd like a reference on them. On Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 9:11:25 AM UTC-5 Matthew Rebmann wrote: > I have a couple of their panniers as well as a trunk bag and a hip pack > from them. I daily wear the hip pack and it's pretty

Re: [RBW] Experience with North Street Bags backpack panniers?

2024-02-28 Thread Matthew Rebmann
I have a couple of their panniers as well as a trunk bag and a hip pack from them. I daily wear the hip pack and it's pretty worse for wear after one year but I beat the ever living crap out of it (it's their ecopak material.) I've had two of the Route Panniers 24L bags for probably 2-3 years

[RBW] Re: WTB: Campeur Front Rack

2024-02-26 Thread Matthew Rebmann
cle.com/products/nitto-front-camping-carrier-for-randonneur-1 >> >> On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 11:30:40 AM UTC-8 matthew...@gmail.com >> wrote: >> >>> I lied: Still trying lol. My build is nearly complete and this rack >>> would be the cherry on top &

[RBW] Re: WTB: Campeur Front Rack

2024-02-26 Thread Matthew Rebmann
I lied: Still trying lol. My build is nearly complete and this rack would be the cherry on top On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 4:20:19 PM UTC-5 Matthew Rebmann wrote: > One last try- including a picture for clarity~ > > Looking for the discontinued Velo Orange Campeur F

Re: [RBW] Re: The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

2024-02-20 Thread Matthew Rebmann
What a stunner! On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 1:44:02 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Toshi > > The strange backstory is that I was thinking of a pink bike for a LONG > time. One of the saddle models that just works for me is the Fizik Arione, > and there's a great market for them on ebay

Re: [RBW] Re: New Frame Day (the build commences)

2024-02-19 Thread Matthew Rebmann
The color isn't my cup of tea either but I absolutely love that you went above and beyond for it. That's a sick build! On Monday, February 19, 2024 at 1:44:49 PM UTC-5 George Schick wrote: > I agree with other commenters - a very nice build and selection of > components (I wouldn't be able to

[RBW] Re: FS: Appaloosa 57cm Purple

2024-02-14 Thread Matthew Williams
Bump! Dropping the price to 1800 or best offer. On Monday, October 30, 2023 at 6:24:56 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: Hi everyone, for sale is a new-in-the-box Appaloosa frameset: 57cm Purple New in the box. Box is still sealed. $1911.88, exactly what I paid. Pay via Zelle I bought

[RBW] Re: WTB: Campeur Front Rack

2024-02-01 Thread Matthew Rebmann
] On Sunday, January 7, 2024 at 11:44:49 AM UTC-5 Matthew Rebmann wrote: > (Bump) Still on the look out for the Campeur Front Rack > > On Friday, December 8, 2023 at 11:28:03 AM UTC-5 Matthew Rebmann wrote: > >> I'm working on a Velo Orange Polyvalent Touring build and the >>

Re: [RBW] B17 alternatives

2024-02-01 Thread Matthew Rebmann
The Aspin is 18mm narrower than the B17- If you're trying to be comparable then the Aubisque/Vars/Mente City saddles would be a lot closer in dimensions. Aspin is 157mm, B17 is 175mm, and the Aubisque is 180mm. I nearly selected selected the Aspin myself but my friend pointed out the

[RBW] Re: FS: Acorn Bag, Shimano Skewers, Appaloosa 700c Wheelset

2024-01-31 Thread Matthew Williams
Skewers: SOLD Wheelset: Sold pending payment Acorn Tool Roll: still available! On Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 8:19:58 PM UTC-8 Matthew Williams wrote: > Acorn Tool Roll > Black waxed canvas with leather straps > Nearly new, mounted once but never used > From a non-smoking, pet-fre

[RBW] Re: FS: Appaloosa 57cm Purple

2024-01-30 Thread Matthew Williams
only on asphalt, concrete, and a few fire roads No jumps, curbs, stunts, or racing On Monday, October 30, 2023 at 6:24:56 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: Hi everyone, for sale is a new-in-the-box Appaloosa frameset: 57cm Purple New in the box. Box is still sealed. $1911.88, exactly what I

[RBW] Paging Dave Johnston (Fredericksburg, VA?)

2024-01-25 Thread Matthew Pendergraft
want to sell it, or if you already sold it etc. No problem. But it'd be great to hear from you. Or if someone can put me in contact with Dave, please do. I sent an email and didn't get a response. Much appreciated. Matthew San Diego - Kumeyaay Land -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Feeler: ISO extra-small 26er?

2024-01-12 Thread Matthew Williams
https://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/bik/d/silverdale-rivendell-joe-appaloosa/769849.html Rivendell Joe Appaloosa Travel bike - bicycles - by owner - bike sale - craigslist seattle.craigslist.org > On Jan 11, 2024, at 9:46 AM, Michael Morrissey > wrote: > > Hi Everyone, > > I'm thinking

Re: [RBW] Feeler: ISO extra-small 26er?

2024-01-12 Thread Matthew Williams
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-rivendell-homer-hilsen-475/7706530904.html Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen - 47.5 - bicycles - by owner - bike sale - craigslist sfbay.craigslist.org > On Jan 11, 2024, at 9:46 AM, Michael Morrissey > wrote: > > Hi Everyone, > > I'm thinking

[RBW] Re: WTB: Campeur Front Rack

2024-01-07 Thread Matthew Rebmann
(Bump) Still on the look out for the Campeur Front Rack On Friday, December 8, 2023 at 11:28:03 AM UTC-5 Matthew Rebmann wrote: > I'm working on a Velo Orange Polyvalent Touring build and the discontinued > front rack is exactly what I'm looking for. I'd go the Nitto Campee but I'm &g

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: New MKS Pretzel pedals coming out next month

2024-01-06 Thread Matthew Rebmann
I just picked up a silver set to go on my Polyvalent, they arrived yesterday. I think they're gorgeous and the platform is gigantic. My friend had the same thought, essentially a fancier version of Riv's riff on the monarchs. On Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 9:10:26 AM UTC-5 Justin Kennedy

Re: [RBW] WTB: 700c rear wheel(s) for a Pittsburgh friend's Sam H.

2023-12-08 Thread Matthew Williams
https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/d9VA9zTRPFw On Fri, Dec 8, 2023 at 8:53 AM J wrote: > Howdy folks, > I have a friend in need of a rear wheel for his Sam Hillborne, the > Velocity synergy rim has a 6" section of flare that's noticible braking, as > he described it. I actually

[RBW] WTB: Campeur Front Rack

2023-12-08 Thread Matthew Rebmann
I'm working on a Velo Orange Polyvalent Touring build and the discontinued front rack is exactly what I'm looking for. I'd go the Nitto Campee but I'm aiming for a matching set and I prefer the aesthetics of VO's racks for this build (Nitto also carries a hefty price, even though it's worth

Re: [RBW] WTB: 57cm Appaloosa

2023-11-24 Thread Matthew Williams
https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/w0OeCP48xQo > On Nov 23, 2023, at 7:43 PM, 'Ken Geel' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Looking for the same, preferably in Silver. Have 59cm Atlantis, but it’s a > little too big > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 23, 2023, at 10:02 PM,

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-11-22 Thread Matthew Williams
Roadini 54cm 1600 Napa, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/napa-black-friday-special-rivendell/7686933546.html Black Friday Special - Rivendell Roadini, 54cm - bicycles - by owner - bike sale - craigslist sfbay.craigslist.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Grips appreciation post

2023-11-21 Thread Matthew Williams
When my Brooks grips failed, I made a pair from a leather handbag: https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/zT70nSofLps/m/FM-PaUiSAgAJ > On Nov 14, 2023, at 1:43 PM, northfaring wrote: > > Looking for some grip inspo. Please share your grips! > > -- > You received this message

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa 57cm Purple

2023-11-20 Thread Matthew Williams
. Then the transmission in my work truck died, so this project and trip are on hold for the forseeable future. Bleh. > On Nov 20, 2023, at 3:25 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Matthew > > Is there a backstory for why you aren't opening the box and giving it a try? > Did you have

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa 57cm Purple

2023-11-19 Thread Matthew Williams
Bump! All reasonable offers considered. > On Oct 30, 2023, at 6:24 PM, Matthew Williams > wrote: > > Hi everyone, for sale is a new-in-the-box Appaloosa frameset: > > 57cm > Purple > New in the box. Box is still sealed. > $1911.88, exactly what I paid. > Pay

Re: [RBW] Sizing Down? Pocket ‘Pus.

2023-11-14 Thread Matthew Williams
I’ve taken my bike on Amtrak's Capitol Corridor and Coast Starlight lines without any questions or problems. Both trains had a carriage with a bike area: bikes ride in an upright rack with folding arms to which bikes can be strapped and locked without removing the front wheel. No one measured

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-11-13 Thread Matthew Williams
Aw, that bike has been ridden and loved. > On Nov 13, 2023, at 8:02 AM, Kim H. wrote: > > 52cm CLEM "L" > > This one has been abused. I have never seen a Rivendell bicycle with so many > scratches. YIKES ! > >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-11-10 Thread Matthew Williams
Here’s my 2023 Appaloosa F/F/HS, still new in the box. The frameset has never been built and the box is still sealed. Free local pickup in Berkeley. I can deliver it to a bike shop or UPS store of your choosing. Reasonable offers considered.

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

2023-11-06 Thread Matthew Williams
Congratulations Adrianna! I’ve been watching for your bike at swap meets and everywhere I ride and walk, so I’m very happy you got it back! With regards to removing Sharpie: DO NOT use acetone! Acetone will remove the clearcoat, decals, and the Rivendell enamel paint. Acetone is one of the

Re: [RBW] Carrying groceries on your bike

2023-10-18 Thread Matthew Williams
Not a Rivendell or even a bike, but here’s a guy who got creative: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H27InrF_eIs Man picks up Groceries on a Scooter! youtube.com > On Oct 17, 2023, at 2:00 PM, Kaveh Askari wrote: > > Strapping technique for when you go to the junk shop to pick up a couple of

Re: [RBW] What shoes does your Riv wear?

2023-10-04 Thread Matthew Williams
Hi everyone, I just got my second flat tire: a small chunk of glass pierced my brand-new rear Schwalbe G-One Overland. The tire had less than fifty miles on it. In the past two months, I’ve had more flats with new tires than I had in the past three years with the Kenda tires that came stock

Re: [RBW] Panaracer GravelKing SK 700 x 50 tires

2023-09-10 Thread Matthew Williams
Sold! > On Sep 9, 2023, at 2:21 PM, Stephen wrote: > > Sent ya an email > > On Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 7:15:07 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: >> Bumping this again, dropping the price. >> >> 2 Panaracer GravelKing SK tires, knobbies with bl

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-27 Thread Matthew Williams
CUSTOM 60cm 2500 Belmont, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/d/belmont-rivendell-custom-beautiful-60cm/7658939306.html -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-27 Thread Matthew Williams
A. HOMER HILSEN 61cm Toyo 2100 Carlsbad, CA https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/d/carlsbad-fs-61-cm-toyo-built-rivendell/7655093235.html 65cm f/f/hs 800 Asheville, NC https://asheville.craigslist.org/bik/d/asheville-rivendell-homer-hilsen-65cm/7653376311.html = APPALOOSA 46cm f/f/hs

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-22 Thread Matthew Williams
ATLANTIS 53cm 4000 Seattle, WA https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/vashon-rivendell-atlantis/7657820852.html -- 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

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-21 Thread Matthew Williams
CLEM SMITH JR. L 52cm 2000 Berkeley, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/berkeley-rivendell-clem-complete-52cm/7657350903.html -- 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

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-20 Thread Matthew Williams
SAM HILLBORNE 57cm 1200 San Francisco, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/d/portola-valley-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7657012769.html -- 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

Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto Promenade Bar

2023-08-20 Thread Matthew Williams
These have been on CraigsList for a while: https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/bop/d/south-pasadena-nitto-choco-handlebar/7656648259.html Nitto Choco Handlebar B357AAF - bicycle parts - by owner - bike sale losangeles.craigslist.org > On Aug 20, 2023, at 3:50 PM, Michael Baquerizo wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-20 Thread Matthew Williams
APPALOOSA 54cm 4300 Boston, MA https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/d/stoneham-2021-rivendell-joe-appaloosa/7656551120.html CLEM SMITH JR. H 59cm 1400 El Cerrito, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/el-cerrito-rivendell-clem-smith-jr/7656737283.html PLATYPUS 50cm 4600 Boston, MA

[RBW] FS: Panaracer GravelKing SK 700 x 50 tires

2023-08-17 Thread Matthew Williams
2 Panaracer GravelKing SK tires. 700 x 50, and/or 50/622. Folded (no wire bead). Nearly new, fewer than 100 miles. Very gently used with tubes. Nearly new, fewer than 100 miles. Only ridden on asphalt and concrete. One tire had a puncture, repaired with silicone. $60 for the pair. Or, buy one

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-15 Thread Matthew Williams
A. HOMER HILSEN f/f/hs 65cm 1000 Fayetteville, NC https://asheville.craigslist.org/bik/d/asheville-rivendell-homer-hilsen-65cm/7653376311.html 61cm 2100 Carlsbad, CA https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/d/carlsbad-fs-61-cm-toyo-built-rivendell/7655093235.html === APPALOOSA 54cm 3400

[RBW] Tire Recommendations

2023-08-09 Thread Matthew Williams
Hi everyone, I need a new set of durable-ish, puncture-resistant tires. Type of ride: Mostly long-distance rides on asphalt and concrete, and the occasional gravel or dirt path. Size: 700 x 50 Dealbreakers: I use tubes, and all-black sidewalls. No gumwalls or stripes! I’m curretly looking

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-05 Thread Matthew Williams
Don’t do it! The college towns in which I’ve lived—and currently live—have a terrible problem with bike theft. I frequently see cut locks and stripped frames in the racks outside the dorms, apartment complexes, and university villages, and certain streets in this college town are littered with

Re: [RBW] San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

2023-08-04 Thread Matthew Williams
Ooh! I love Three Bears! Unfortunately I am still recovering/getting back into shape. I like the idea of stopping along the way for food and drinks. Luke, where was the ride you had planned? > On Aug 4, 2023, at 3:23 PM, Dan Bluestein wrote: > > I haven't ridden 3 Bears in a while -- if

Re: [RBW] NBD: showing off, and questions

2023-08-04 Thread Matthew Williams
Be still, my heart. > On Aug 4, 2023, at 2:39 PM, Bob wrote: > > In fact Tuesday was NBD, but I didn't receive the saddle until last night. > > > > I bought this bike through the FB Rivendell Bicycles BUY/SELL/TRADE group. > Shipped from San Francisco to Colorado by Bike Flights, with the

Re: [RBW] ISO: Toyo Atlantis, All-Rounder, Saluki, Rambo (53/54 range)

2023-08-02 Thread Matthew Williams
Atlantis: 56cm https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/843147776777889/ Appaloosa: 54cm https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/central-point-rivendell-appaloosa-54cm/7639357342.html Sam Hillborne: 51cm

Re: [RBW] Bike theft - check the lockup structure

2023-08-02 Thread Matthew Williams
Thanks for the PSA and reminder, Ryan! I’ve been discovering this attempt at racks here in the Bay Area, too. This rack at Safeway has been loose/unsecured for over three years. https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/xTgfxtcc9eE/m/5I6O40hJCAAJ > On Aug 2, 2023, at 4:49 AM, Ryan

Re: [RBW] San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

2023-08-01 Thread Matthew Williams
iv riders in the Bay area. >> Is anybody available this Saturday 8/5? I moved to the Bay area recently and >> don't know many places to ride yet, so open to ideas! >> >> Diana >> >> On Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 4:23:01 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: >

Re: [RBW] San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

2023-08-01 Thread Matthew Williams
All this talk of rides has me wanting a Bay Area meetup—let’s resurrect Luke’s idea! Where shall we meet and ride, and when? > On Dec 24, 2022, at 9:56 PM, Matthew Williams > wrote: > > If my ride is back together and my knee is healed, count me in! > > > >&g

Re: [RBW] ISO a Sam Hillborne 54cm

2023-08-01 Thread Matthew Williams
https://northernwi.craigslist.org/bik/d/saint-germain-sam-hillbourne/7637994238.html > On Jul 31, 2023, at 11:43 PM, Carlos Quinteros Jr > wrote: > > Preferably in HiHo Silver. Please reach out if you have any leads. > Thanks! > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] FS - Red Toyo-built Atlantis frameset, 60cm

2023-08-01 Thread Matthew Williams
Wow, that red is amazing! Does anyone know the paint color/brand or PMS match? > On Aug 1, 2023, at 12:55 PM, Joy Begley wrote: > >> Red & cream Toyo-built Rivendell Atlantis 60cm frameset (center of BB to top >> of TT). Bought the frame from Elton Pope, at Harris Cyclery, tasked with >>

Re: [RBW] Acorn Bag: Large Saddlebag

2023-07-31 Thread Matthew Williams
> with details for shipping. > Paul Germain > > On Monday, July 31, 2023 at 2:47:54 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: >> Bump! $130! Free shipping! >> >> >> >> >>> On Jul 24, 2023, at 2:51 PM, Matthew Williams > >>> wrote: >>&

[RBW] Re: Acorn Bag: Large Saddlebag

2023-07-31 Thread Matthew Williams
Bump! $130! Free shipping! > On Jul 24, 2023, at 2:51 PM, Matthew Williams > wrote: > > Acorn Large Saddlebag > Black waxed canvas. > Nearly new: mounted once and only used for a few rides. > From a pet/smoke/fragrance-free home. > > $130. > Free

Re: [RBW] EVERYTHING! Lots of parts and tools

2023-07-29 Thread Matthew Williams
OMG PM TIA > On Jul 29, 2023, at 11:13 AM, Drw wrote: > > Also pm'd. I'm probably too late, but this was fun. > > On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 4:14:22 PM UTC-7 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: >> RIP your inbox. Pm sent. Like a fat kid at a candy shop. >> >> On Fri, Jul 28, 2023 at 2:24 PM Danny

[RBW] Re: Nitto Boscomoose 580mm handlebars

2023-07-26 Thread Matthew Williams
Sold! > On Jul 24, 2023, at 2:53 PM, Matthew Williams > wrote: > > Nitto Boscomoose 580mm handlebars > Dullbrite CroMo TIG-welded. > Used, in good condition. > $180.00 or best offer. > Free shipping in the USofA. > Sorry, no international shipping. > > <0

[RBW] Blue Lug Koma Lights in-stock at Analog

2023-07-21 Thread Matthew Miller
These were everywhere for a while until they weren't, haha. Analog got some back in-stock if anybody is in the market for one. Big fan of mine. https://analogcycles.com/products/blue-lug-koma-usb-taillight best, matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] WTB 68 cm Atlantis

2023-07-19 Thread Matthew Williams
https://www.ebay.com/itm/175824543936 On Mon, Jul 17, 2023 at 3:41 AM bo richardson wrote: > my tall friend steve rode my tall cycling buddy Dick’s 68 cm Atlantis. > it is so nice to see an adult get on a bike that fits for the first time > now steve wants a 68 cm Atlantis.. Toyo Is Best > >

Re: [RBW] WTB: Atlantis MIT 59cm or 62cm Frameset

2023-07-11 Thread Matthew Williams
https://www.ebay.com/itm/225664427307 > On Jul 8, 2023, at 3:52 PM, larson@gmail.com > wrote: > > Looking far an Atlantis to set up for dirt road exploring and touring. I have > an Appaloosa, but looking for bigger tire clearance. > Thank you, > Randy in WI > > -- > You received this

Re: [RBW] New Bars for Clem Smith Jr H

2023-07-11 Thread Matthew Williams
I’m selling a set of those bars, the 580mm TIG-welded version. On Tue, Jul 11, 2023 at 6:29 PM Plastic Jurassic wrote: > Thinking about these bars for my Clem Smith Jr H. > > Is there a difference between these? > > >

Re: [RBW] Stolen custom 1995 Rivendell Road Standard (San Francisco)

2023-06-22 Thread Matthew Williams
I’m so sorry, Adrianna. This was posted today. I know yours wasn’t an Atlantis, but someone might have seen it and thought “Rivendell + blue = Atlantis” > From: Eric Larsen mailto:cirenes...@gmail.com>> > Date: June 22, 2023 at 7:36:42 AM PDT > To: San Francisco Randonneurs

Re: [RBW] Derailleurs, Bars, a Bag and a Bell

2023-06-21 Thread Matthew Williams
Acorn bag 2 has been sold! Items still available: Nitto Boscomoose 580mm Dullbrite CroMo TIG-welded Used, in good condition. 200.00 or best offer. I’d prefer to sell these locally so SFBA folks get first dibs. Shimano Altus FD-M311 Bottom pull. 34.9mm clamp. Adapter shims included. New, never

Re: [RBW] Derailleurs, Bars, a Bag and a Bell

2023-06-20 Thread Matthew Williams
PM, Matthew Williams > wrote: > > Parts for sale! Free shipping on all items. > Shimano FD-XTR M900 > 28.6 clamp. > Purchased new. Excellent condition. Mounted once, used for about 3 miles. > 100.00 or best offer. > > = > Shimano Altus FD-M311 > 34.9mm clamp.

Re: [RBW] Front Derailleur Suggestions

2023-06-16 Thread Matthew Williams
Hi everyone, for my existing drivetrain: RD: Shimano Deore M591 Cassette: 9sp Shimano XTR 11/34T SIlver crankset 44/34/24 (standard-issue from Rivendell) 9sp chain I need a front derailleur with a narrow 9sp cage. Would the Alpina Triple front derailleur work with my setup? Is the Alpina

[RBW] When to Replace a Helmet?

2023-06-15 Thread Matthew Williams
Back in October, I was turning onto a path via a curb cut, but I was going too fast and my front wheel slid out from under me. I scraped my hand and chin, and my knee was bruised and swollen. As I landed on my shoulder, my head flopped to the side and gently *tapped* the concrete. If I hadn’t

[RBW] Re: Matt's Green Rosco Platypus (photos)

2023-06-14 Thread Matthew Miller
wrote: > Thanks, Eric, that’s a Shimano 135 degree noodle, found at Nashbar. I > added the small bit of clear tubing as chafe-prevention. > > Allan > Marlboro, Vt. > On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 10:51:42 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Looking good, Matthew! I like

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Wiring inside the Fork and Frame?

2023-06-12 Thread Matthew Williams
can't just now recall the maker; at any > rate, I do recall that they are considered top designs. Can you name the > maker? > > On Mon, Jun 12, 2023 at 10:37 AM Matthew Williams > mailto:matthewwilliamsdes...@gmail.com>> > wrote: >> Thanks! Yes, the clamp was purpos

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Wiring inside the Fork and Frame?

2023-06-12 Thread Matthew Williams
Thanks! Yes, the clamp was purpose-made: I fabbed it from a piece of scrap metal. > On Jun 12, 2023, at 9:35 AM, Ted W wrote: > > I love how the tail light is mounted. Is that a purpose made clamp or is that > a rack clamp repurposed? > > On Mon, Jun 12, 2023 at 12:31 P

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-06-06 Thread Matthew Williams
Clem Smith Jr. H 64cm 2200 Pleasanton, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/pleasanton-rivendell-clem-smith-jr-64cm/7629580864.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] matching paint

2023-06-06 Thread Matthew Williams
Here’s how I touched up mine with model paint. I mixed Testors GI Yellow with a few specs of black. https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/JfGHDodtmZc/m/T85s2YKWAgAJ > On Jun 6, 2023, at 1:28 PM, Tom Horton wrote: > > thanks matthew. I'll try to locate pantone 126 and

Re: [RBW] matching paint

2023-06-06 Thread Matthew Williams
Hi Tom, Here’s a thread in which I researched and settled on Pantone 126 as a close match for the mustard/butterscotch color. Ultimately, Rick at D just matched the paint to the existing frame. https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/BJusB60wC64/m/ZjZAkW_DBgAJ Here are two other

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-06-01 Thread Matthew Williams
Rivendell 60cm 2500 South Lake Tahoe, CA https://reno.craigslist.org/bik/d/south-lake-tahoe-rivendell/7621695139.html -- 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

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-06-01 Thread Matthew Williams
A. Homer Hilsen 54.5cm 1300 San Francisco, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bop/d/san-francisco-rivendell-homer-hilsen/7627661369.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-06-01 Thread Matthew Williams
A. HOMER HILSEN 61cm 2400 Carlsbad, CA https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/d/carlsbad-fs-61-cm-toyo-built-rivendell/7624023793.html 55cm 2900 Chicago, IL https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/d/chicago-rivendell-homer-hilsen/7625676231.html === APPALOOSA 54cm 1700 Pittsburgh, PA

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-05-13 Thread Matthew Williams
ATLANTIS 2 61cm 3000 Santa Cruz, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/bik/d/santa-cruz-rivendell-atlantis-touring/7618050500.html SAM HILLBORNE 62cm 2500 Oakland, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/oakland-rivendell-sam-hillborne-basket/7620769749.html -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-05-11 Thread Matthew Williams
SUSIE LONGBOLTS/WOLBIS SLUGSTONE frameset (new!) 59cm 1800 Eugene, OR https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/eugene-new-rivendell-xl-susie-wolbis/7619055500.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-05-10 Thread Matthew Williams
Complete set of Rivendell Readers from Rivendell Bicycle Works: https://www.ebay.com/itm/175718844250 -- 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] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-05-04 Thread Matthew Williams
A. HOMER HILSEN (Toyo) 61cm 2400 Carlsbad, CA https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/d/carlsbad-fs-61-cm-toyo-built-rivendell/7601518125.html == APPALOOSA 56cm 2000 Portland, OR https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/portland-rivendell-joe-appaloosa/7610380104.html == ATLANTIS 2

[RBW] Re: WTB: 51cm Sam Hillborne in Sage/Blue

2023-04-24 Thread Matthew Williams
Hi Colin, if you're still looking, here's a 48... https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/san-jose-48cm-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7613752659.html On Friday, October 28, 2022 at 8:10:26 AM UTC-7 Colin wrote: > Hello! Looking to buy a 51cm Sam Hillborne frame or complete in sage/light > blue if

Re: [RBW] WTB: 51cm Sam or Joe: Hi Ho Silver is ideal!

2023-04-24 Thread Matthew Williams
Here’s a 48 Sam: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/san-jose-48cm-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7613752659.html 48cm Rivendell Sam Hillborne - bicycles - by owner - bike sale sfbay.craigslist.org > On Apr 15, 2023, at 9:07 PM, Robert wrote: > > Let me know! Also I am selling a 52cm Crust

Re: [RBW] WTB: 54-58cm Joe Appaloosa

2023-04-19 Thread Matthew Williams
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/portland-rivendell-joe-appaloosa/7610380104.html Rivendell Joe Appaloosa - bicycles - by owner - bike sale portland.craigslist.org > On Apr 19, 2023, at 6:23 PM, Hoch in ut wrote: > > Would prefer a frameset but will consider a complete as well. > >

Re: [RBW] Atlantis touch-up paint

2023-04-17 Thread Matthew Williams
ModelMaster 2135 Interior Blue Green is, as others have noted, known as “Soviet Military Interior.” Here are some equivalents/options but I cannot vouch for the accuracy of the color match: XtraColor X629: Soviet Interior Blue/Green (enamel) Gunze Sangyo Mr. Color C391: Interior Turquoise

Re: [RBW] Timeline for a Repaint (for a friend)

2023-04-17 Thread Matthew Williams
Oh wow, I love the repainted headbadge—clever idea, and a flawless execution! Instant bookmark for my future custom. Thank you! > On Apr 17, 2023, at 7:54 AM, Ken Yokanovich > wrote: > > Such interesting experiences and timelines compared to my experience. My > timeline from shipment to

Re: [RBW] WTB 60 cm Sam

2023-04-16 Thread Matthew Williams
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/oakland-rivendell-sam-hillborne-basket/7601253663.html Rivendell Sam Hillborne w/ Basket Rack and Sackville Bag - bicycles... sfbay.craigslist.org > On Apr 16, 2023, at 4:38 PM, 'N Mehring' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Hi All! I am looking to see

Re: [RBW] WTB 60 cm Sam

2023-04-16 Thread Matthew Williams
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/bik/d/northampton-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7600621142.html Rivendell Sam Hillborne - bicycles - by owner - bike sale westernmass.craigslist.org > On Apr 16, 2023, at 4:38 PM, 'N Mehring' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Hi All! I am looking to see if

Re: [RBW] Timeline for a Repaint (for a friend)

2023-04-15 Thread Matthew Williams
Finally, a question I can help answer! Back in October, Rick at D painted my forks and he did a fantastic job. RBW advised me to expect a four-week backlog; Rick said the turnaround was about two to three weeks. Rick sandblasted my forks, matched the color, he added an accent I wanted, and

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