Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis special disc edition

2024-01-21 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
I used to own this bike. It was a demo that I bought complete from Rivendell. I sold it to a forum member and he’s the one who added the disc mounts. He listed it for sale not long after that as I remember. I still have the original unadulterated fork. - Frank On Sunday, January 21, 2024

[RBW] Re: The Great Parts Purge of 2023 - part 1

2023-03-05 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hello Eric, I’ve sent an email re: Sugino 172.5 crank arms. Thanks, -Frank On Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 12:22:32 AM UTC-5 saintruggler wrote: > Doing a little spring cleaning. Lots of bobs and bits, including > chainrings (oooh!) and shiny levers (a!) and even a few shifty doodads > from

[RBW] Re: WTB: Billie Bar

2022-09-29 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Joe, I've sent you a private message.. Thanks, - Frank On Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 8:57:05 AM UTC-4 jga...@gmail.com wrote: > Looking to pick up a *Billie Bar* if anyone here has one that that they > would like to sell off to a good home. Shipping to 04330. I'll look to > find a

[RBW] Re: WTB: 57-59cm Sam/Atlantis/Appaloosa

2022-06-13 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Justin, I sent you an email... Thanks, - Frank On Sunday, June 12, 2022 at 8:56:59 PM UTC-4 alltheworl...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi all, > > New-ish lurker, first time poster. I had the good fortune to pick up Bill > Lindsay's Yves Gomez for my partner. I'm building that up to my partner's >

[RBW] Re: Riding on the levees

2022-03-07 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Laing, It looks like you're getting hooked. It's a wonderful place to ride on many levels, the more time you spend out there the more you appreciate it. - Frank On Sunday, March 6, 2022 at 2:56:15 PM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > I have been doing more riding on the levees in the last few

[RBW] Re: Crustendell Clementine Clydesdale Cargo Cycle Conversion progress

2022-01-10 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
interesting build, reminds me of the Schwinn mailman bike I used to have...But I must say, I would rather have the 911 ;^) On Monday, January 10, 2022 at 8:39:05 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > Here is progress so far on the Clementine Clydesdale conversion. > Cliffhanger rims - 27.5 rear, 20

[RBW] Re: Rivendell "Keven's Bike" build

2021-11-15 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Laing, Would you mind telling me the saddle height in the photo? I remember Keven was a tall guy and I’m curious what size that frame is. Thanks, -Frank On Monday, November 15, 2021 at 2:28:37 PM UTC-5 joseph...@gmail.com wrote: > Awesome Bike! Really dig the Cargo rack > > On Saturday,

[RBW] Re: FS: 55 Atlantis F/F/HS...

2021-02-06 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Sale pending... - Frank On Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 2:23:06 PM UTC-5 frank_a wrote: > For sale is my 55 Atlantis frameset (MIT) including headset, BB and > seatpost. I purchased this from Rivendell in Feb. 2020. The frame has a few > little chips in the paint and a small chain

[RBW] FS: 55 Atlantis F/F/HS...

2021-02-06 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
For sale is my 55 Atlantis frameset (MIT) including headset, BB and seatpost. I purchased this from Rivendell in Feb. 2020. The frame has a few little chips in the paint and a small chainsuck scar on the interior side of the chain stay, but overall is in fine shape. The usual evidence from a

Re: [RBW] Re: Early Riv Serial numbers?

2020-05-06 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
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[RBW] WTB: 55cm Appaloosa F/F

2019-11-15 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hello All, I'm looking for a 55 Appaloosa frameset. Please contact me privately. Thanks, - Frank -- 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: FS 2007 Atlantis

2019-07-22 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Email sent Thanks, - Frank On Monday, July 22, 2019 at 9:23:50 AM UTC-4, Tom Horton wrote: > > months back I posted about my friend mark's 2007 toyo built atlantis, > purchased fully equipped by Riv to ride cross country. never happened. > bike's got maybe three miles on it, been in

[RBW] WTB Byway on Saluki (née A Homer Hilsen)

2018-09-10 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Riv called it school bus yellow. It’s a great color and looks even better in “real life” - Frank -- 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] Widest tire for a Saluki

2018-09-03 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Justin, I sold you that Saluki and I used to run the Schwalbe”fatties” that Riv used to sell. I think they were labeled 52 wide but measured about 47. That was about the limit on that frame. It is the later model with the kickstand plate which has more clearance than the first run Salukis. I

[RBW] Atlantis fork axle to crown

2018-03-15 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Mike, 400mm...tape end hooked on a pencil in the dropouts to the crown race. - Frank -- 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: WTT - Thompson seatpost

2017-12-19 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
On Monday, December 18, 2017 at 9:54:53 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > I've got a nice silver Thomson Elite setback seatpost and I'd prefer a > zero setback post... Silver or black, doesn't have to be extra long though > my current position is uncut and quite long. > > I can pull it to

[RBW] WTB: 61cm Atlantis

2017-04-04 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hello Michael, Just sent you an email, - Frank -- 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 post to

[RBW] Re: FS- Nitto, VO, Sugino, MAFAC & more + PDX SWAP alert 2/25

2017-02-21 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Ant, Sent a PM a few hours ago re: Sugino AT cranks. Did you get it ? - Frank -- 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: FS Nitto seat posts and lugged stems

2017-02-02 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Both seat posts sold 8cm Lugged stem sold. Thanks, - Frank -- 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.

[RBW] Re: FS Brooks Swift Ti, Cambium C15

2017-02-02 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Brooks Swift sold. Thanks, - Frank -- 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 post to this group,

[RBW] Re: FS Baggins Boxy Bag and Hobo Bag

2017-01-31 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hobo bag is sold. Thanks. On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 6:26:38 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote: > > Hi all, > > I never used these like I thought I would so I'm offering them for sale > here. > > The Hobo bag has a few marks but is in great shape. > $100.00 shipped &g

[RBW] Re: FS Brooks Swift Ti, Cambium C15

2017-01-31 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Brooks C-15 sold. Thanks. On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 6:59:38 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote: > > Hi All, > I've got two Brooks saddles for sale... > > Brooks Swift, Honey color with Ti rails. I bought this new a few years > ago. I tried it a few times but stuck with the

[RBW] Re: FS Nitto seat posts and lugged stems

2017-01-31 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jaguar post sold. Dynamic post spoken for, payment pending. Thanks. On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 6:40:15 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote: > > Hi all, > I've got two Nitto lugged stems and a couple of Nitto seat posts up for > sale. > > I bought these new a few years ago.They

[RBW] FS Brooks Swift Ti, Cambium C15

2017-01-31 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi All, I've got two Brooks saddles for sale... Brooks Swift, Honey color with Ti rails. I bought this new a few years ago. I tried it a few times but stuck with the B-17. Good shape with a few marks but not broken in. It was treated with Obenaufs. $ 125.00 shipped. Brooks Cambium C-15, Black.

[RBW] FS Nitto seat posts and lugged stems

2017-01-31 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi all, I've got two Nitto lugged stems and a couple of Nitto seat posts up for sale. I bought these new a few years ago.They are in nice shape. 11cm: $110.00, shipped 8cm: $110.00, shipped Nitto S72 Jaguar seat post, 27.2, 250 length. I bought this new and used it very little but it

[RBW] FS Baggins Boxy Bag and Hobo Bag

2017-01-31 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi all, I never used these like I thought I would so I'm offering them for sale here. The Hobo bag has a few marks but is in great shape. $100.00 shipped The Boxy bag shows use and one seam has some stitching that came loose, it's an easy repair but I never got around to it. Comes with the

[RBW] Re: Compass Snoqualmie Pass 700x44

2016-09-12 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Mine measured 42.5~ on Mavic A719 right after mounting them. Very easy to mount and seat the bead (with inner tubes). - Frank On Monday, September 12, 2016 at 9:38:50 PM UTC-4, frank_a wrote: > > They're here and they're sublime! > > - Frank > -- You received this mess

[RBW] Re: Anyone try the new Maxxis Torch 29 x 2.10 tires?

2016-07-18 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Mine measure at 51 x 51 mounted on Mavic A719 rims. - Frank -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe #3

2016-07-18 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Edit: Predictive text changed "diam." to diamond in the Nitto stem response post. - F. -- 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] Rosco Bubbe #3

2016-07-18 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
I dialed things in a bit...I changed the saddle to a B-68 and the cranks from 170 to 175. The longer crank seems to work better for this set-up. While there is no frame pump peg it's not a problem. The Topeak Master Blaster 54-59 pump fits perfectly between the tubes and doesn't budge. I'm

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe #3

2016-07-18 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
The stem is an older Nitto- I think it's an MT-11. You can still get them with a 25.4 quill diamond. But this one is 22.2. -- 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,

[RBW] Rosco Bubbe #3

2016-07-15 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Iamkeith, I'm just a hair under 6' tall, PBH is 85.5~86. My saddle hit is 75.5. Grant's suggested PBH range for this one is 83 to 88. So I'm just about dead center of that. It's not a traditional look but that's what my custom Rivs are for :^). - Frank -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Show Bill your British Racing Green Bike.

2016-06-11 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
should say it: That McClung is stunning > and you are a lucky man and I am jealous. Are you in Colorado, or did you > just "know?" > > On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 7:04:21 PM UTC-6, frank_a wrote: >> >> Don McClung 29er cruiser - # 51 >> >> https://

[RBW] Re: Show Bill your British Racing Green Bike.

2016-06-09 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Don McClung 29er cruiser - # 51 https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/11392941485/in/photostream/ - Frank On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 12:51:28 PM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote: > > All in good fun, let's show Bill our BRG bikes! > I'll start - BMC Monster Cross single speed 'road bike for

[RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

2016-03-19 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
As I remember, Grant's explanation was that the original lugs were time consuming to braze, mask and paint and that the simpler shorelines of the redesigned "rounded" lugs was an attempt to speed up the process and in turn, cut down on the time and costs. The original lugs were used on the

[RBW] Re: Wheel not centered?

2016-03-19 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
I had a Waterfotd built AHH and had the same problem. Everything was centered except at the chain stays. I checked with the string method, different wheel sets, etc. My LBS checked it with the park frame alignment tool and things checked out fine. I called Waterford and they had me send it to

[RBW] WTB: 60cm Quickbeam or Simpleone Frameset

2016-03-11 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Looking for a 60cm Quickbeam or Simpleone Frameset. Thanks, - Frank -- 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: not so simple simpleone

2016-02-29 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Steve, Nice work, that really looks like a great set-up. - Frank On Monday, February 29, 2016 at 1:27:55 AM UTC-5, Steve Greco wrote: > > I had, for a very long time, wanted to add a Quickbeam to my collection > but just barely missed the last batch of silver beams. I eventually scored

[RBW] Re: FS: Baggins Hobo and Boxy Bags

2016-02-25 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
UPDATE: Carradice Zipped Roll has been sold. - Frank On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 6:55:43 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote: > > Hi All, > All I ever use is a Candy bar Bag and small saddle pouch so these are up > for sale: > > Baggins Hobo bag in nice condition. I

[RBW] Re: FS: Baggins Hobo and Boxy Bags

2016-02-24 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hello Conway, I responded privately. Thanks, - Frank On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 6:55:43 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote: > > Hi All, > All I ever use is a Candy bar Bag and small saddle pouch so these are up > for sale: > > Baggins Hobo bag in nice condition. I

[RBW] FS: Baggins Hobo and Boxy Bags

2016-02-23 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi All, All I ever use is a Candy bar Bag and small saddle pouch so these are up for sale: Baggins Hobo bag in nice condition. I always wanted one of these, bought it a while ago but still haven't used it. $85, shipped (CONUS) Baggins Boxy Bag with Nitto rack. Looks used and sort of rough,

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Saluki, FF/HS and brakes

2016-02-23 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
:23 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote: > > > > Hi All, > I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull > brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and > has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional >

[RBW] FS: 58 Saluki, FF/HS and brakes

2016-02-23 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi All, I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional equivalent of the 58cm A. Homer Hilsen. I bought the frame used from a

[RBW] 58 Saluki

2016-02-23 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi All, I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional equivalent of the 58cm A. Homer Hilsen. I bought the frame used from a

[RBW] FS 58 Saluki

2016-02-23 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
me (frank_a change) 1:26 PM (less than a minute ago) Hi All, I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional equivalent

[RBW] FS 58 Saluki

2016-02-23 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi All, I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional equivalent of the 58cm A. Homer Hilsen. I bought the frame used from a

Re: [RBW] Atlantis~fit and set -up changes

2015-12-22 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Mark, The wheels are White Industries Tracker hubs from the 90's laced to Mavic Open Pro CD's...(8 speed~ friction Silver DT shifters).. With WTB Nanos its a nice light wheel set and plenty strong for my use. -- With DT shifters bar swaps are a piece of cake. The newer photo is a 61cm. The

[RBW] Re: (f)Atlantis winter rides

2015-12-22 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Living in South Florida I can barley imagine going outside in weather like that, let alone ride in it. Definitely looks like an adventure. - Frank On Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 5:00:40 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Seems to be a lack of wintery photos making their way into the group >

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike(s) for sale. 2 Rivendells plus 2 Rivendell wanna-be's

2015-12-21 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Bill, Good call on the Atlantis. There's just something about them. I've owned and sold four of them over the years (two 56's and two 58's), I always regretted it. Now I have a 61, Albatross set-up. It's a great bike. Here's my Flickr album of the current and former Atl's:

[RBW] That your Quickbeam in the RAAM movie?

2015-10-07 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
It's not a Quickbeam, it's his Custom set up as a single speed. If you look closely you can see the shifter bosses and der. hanger. I think that frame was destroyed in a house fire. - Frank -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Switchback Hills (650BX48)

2015-09-23 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
The early Salukis won't fit much more than the Fatty Rumpkin or Hetre. The later runs with the kickstand plates will take a larger tire but by that time the 60 and 62 sizes were discontinued. - Frank On Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 1:23:30 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote: > > Pudge: that's an

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 Atlantis

2015-09-09 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
I'm with Mark, the proportions of your particular set-up…i.e. Black B-17 at that saddle height and the relationship of the Albatross bar height with the Maxxis High Rollers and just dusty enough, man that looked perfect. I fav'd a few of the Flickr shots. I always loved the 56 Atl and I did

[RBW] Re: no more Synergies?

2015-08-19 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
I called Velocity awhile back looking for black 650b synergy rims (which used to be listed on the site) and they told me that the Synergy rims were being discontinued. - Frank On Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at 4:45:36 PM UTC-4, Leslie wrote: Was just poking around the Velocity website

[RBW] Re: Anyone try the new Maxxis Torch 29 x 2.10 tires?

2015-08-13 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
I've got a set on my Atlantis and am very happy with them. It's a nice light-ish, and fast rolling tire with a fairly supple sidewall. . The rounded profile makes it a fun tire for bombing around on pavement too. I prefer them to the Schwalbe Big Apples and Super Motos. - Frank On Tuesday,

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Sam Hillborne frame/fork (double top tube) + Extras

2015-07-24 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
They were frame specials because of the single color paint. It was about two years ago +/-…I recall them being offered for 990.00, a bit of a discount compared to the two-toned frames. - Frank On Thursday, July 23, 2015 at 11:35:49 PM UTC-4, Zach Duval wrote: When were the blue Sam's sold

Re: [RBW] What are these handlebars on Hunq (BLUG CONTENT!)

2015-06-30 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Joe, Actually the color is School Bus Yellow ( I sold that Saluki to Justin). Justin, It's still looking good. I missed it and bought another one a while after…(Pea Sage Green though). - Frank On Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at 8:25:40 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: Ah, I stand corrected. A

[RBW] Re: Help identifying Nitto Albatross Material

2015-03-07 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
The aluminum model has a red circular sticker near the clamp area that reads heat treated, although perhaps that is missing from yours. The aluminum model is rather light and has a brighter finish than the chromoly which has more of a soft, satin finish. I concur with Joe B, the aluminum bar

[RBW] Meisha's cork grips getting shorter

2015-03-01 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
That's a big difference. I remember a blog entry from Grant awhile back where he mentioned shortening the grips. I think it was something to do with making more room available for the grip portion in front of the brake lever on the Bosco bar. I've got the originals which are still holding up.

[RBW] Meisha's cork grips getting shorter

2015-03-01 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Sorry, on a re-read I see that you did give an opinion. F. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Early Riv Serial numbers?

2015-01-11 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
I've owned a few Atlantis', all from the TOYO factory and the serial number is on the bottom bracket reading left to right.. looks like this: (example) AT0115 - Frank On Sunday, January 11, 2015 at 3:57:35 AM UTC-5, AaronY wrote: Hey Gang, Just reading about the stolen Atlantis and the

[RBW] Re: Mini-Grant-Sandwiches

2014-11-19 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
I've eaten canned sardines once in my life. Back in the '70's a friend and I took a bike tour from Miami to North Carolina. Somewhere in South Carolina we were very hungry and finally came upon a country store. The only thing there that looked like a meal was the sardines. At the time they

[RBW] Re: Recently joined the group; and now a new Riv [frame] owner

2014-05-29 Thread 'frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch
Victoria, Sorry, no Rivendell mixtes in the garage. I've never seen one down here either. - Frank On Tuesday, February 26, 2013 9:15:55 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: Just over an hour ago, I snagged the last Sam Hillborne frame from Riv at the sale price; I'm going to wait on the

Re: [RBW] Re: found and lost: looking for that photo of...

2014-04-19 Thread frank_a
Yes :^) On Friday, April 18, 2014 11:11:55 PM UTC-4, rcnute wrote: Is it from Frank's photostream? Many great Rivs has he! https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/ Ryan On Friday, April 18, 2014 3:43:22 PM UTC-7, jinxed wrote: I just uploaded

[RBW] Re: found and lost: looking for that photo of...

2014-04-19 Thread frank_a
Ryan is correct...The photo that jinxed linked is mine. I've still got a few shots of it on my flickr page in this set: https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/sets/72157629201165583/ I sold it to a list member a few years back, I think his name was Peter. It was a beautiful color

Re: [RBW] Re: found and lost: looking for that photo of...

2014-04-19 Thread frank_a
That was my bike. I removed that particular shot from the flickr page during one of my flickr clean-up sessions a few years back. There's still three pics of it in this set: https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/sets/72157629201165583/ I sold the orange one to a RBW list member a few

[RBW] Re: Barlow Pass - using it, liking it

2014-03-30 Thread frank_a
Also using it, and loving it! https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/13526699433/in/photostream/ - Frank On Sunday, March 30, 2014 9:20:40 PM UTC-4, James Warren wrote: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Nanoreview, Barlow Pass 700x38C on Dyad

2014-03-22 Thread frank_a
Mine measure at 38.04 mounted on Mavic A719 rims. They measured just over 36 on an Open Pro. - Frank On Wednesday, March 19, 2014 9:01:06 PM UTC-4, Christopher Chen wrote: Measures out to 34mm right now, but that might change. I'm gonna go out for a ride. -- I want the kind of six pack

[RBW] Re: Nanoreview, Barlow Pass 700x38C on Dyad

2014-03-21 Thread frank_a
Mine measure 38.04 on a Mavic A719 rim. I tried them on an Open Pro and it was just over 36. http://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/13191717294/ - Frank On Wednesday, March 19, 2014 9:01:06 PM UTC-4, Christopher Chen wrote: Measures out to 34mm right now, but that might change. I'm gonna

[RBW] Re: FS 56 Single top tube Sam Hillborne, FF/hs

2014-02-07 Thread frank_a
a little less on the price? Thanks, Bruce On Thursday, February 6, 2014 7:07:45 PM UTC-8, frank_a wrote: Hello all, I'm selling my 56cm single top tube Sam Hillborne. It's blue with cream head tube and lug cut outs. I've probably put less than 100 mies on the frame. This was one of the frame

[RBW] Re: Will a Hilsen fit the Rock N Road Tires?

2014-02-06 Thread frank_a
It will depend on what generation Hilsen you have. The earliest production runs will not fit the rock n' road. - Frank On Thursday, March 28, 2013 5:50:06 PM UTC-4, Cycletex wrote: I just read somewhere back in the archives that a Hilsen will (just barely) fit a Marathon Supreme 50c tire

[RBW] FS 56 Single top tube Sam Hillborne, FF/hs

2014-02-06 Thread frank_a
Hello all, I'm selling my 56cm single top tube Sam Hillborne. It's blue with cream head tube and lug cut outs. I've probably put less than 100 mies on the frame. This was one of the frame specials from last year. The frame is in nearly new condition with only the expected paint loss at the

[RBW] Re: single speed Sam

2014-01-16 Thread frank_a
This one will do it. http://www.paulcomp.com/melvin.html - Frank On Thursday, January 16, 2014 10:11:06 AM UTC-5, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: I've got my Sam set up at the moment as kind of a cyborg single speed with a 40/26/bashguard up front and a 16 tooth cog in back with whatever spacers

Re: [RBW] Re: My new-to-me 'Beamer

2014-01-01 Thread frank_a
Tom, Now that seat is much more appropriate. Bold move presenting the non-drive side shot! If you're going to sell a riv, local is the way to go. You can agree to right of first refusal and you can still ride it once in a while too. Glad you're enjoying it (no suprise there..) - Frank -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Larger 650B Homer's

2014-01-01 Thread frank_a
When I ordered my custom Grant and I were discussing 650b v. 700. (I owned a 60 Saluki at the time) He asked if I planned on using fenders. My answer was no and then the discussion moved to 700C, which is what I ended up with. I own a 58 Saluki as well which i bought to use with the Schwalbe

Re: [RBW] Re: Larger 650B Homer's

2014-01-01 Thread frank_a
When I ordered my custom Grant and I were discussing 650b v. 700. (I owned a 60 Saluki at the time) He asked if I planned on using fenders. My answer was no and then the discussion moved to 700C, which is what I ended up with.  I own a 58 Saluki as well which i bought to use with the Schwalbe

Re: [RBW] Re: Larger 650B Homer's

2014-01-01 Thread frank_a
Here a link to the 58 Saluki with a saddle height of 75.5: http://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/11697804214/ - Frank -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Larger 650B Homer's

2014-01-01 Thread frank_a
Steve, I think I said that the reason would be to use the Hetre, not that there was an equivalent 700 x 42. Although it's only 32 wide, I don't think anyone will say that the 700c Cypress is not a great riding tire. I've ridden it off the beaten path plenty of times and loved it. I've had

[RBW] Re: FS: Saluki 650b, 60cm, complete bike

2013-09-12 Thread frank_a
It's up on ebay now. - Frank On Wednesday, September 4, 2013 11:38:56 PM UTC-4, J G wrote: I am the original owner of this beautiful, rare, Toyo built, Saluki 60cm, 650b with centerpull brakes. I am selling it as a complete bike which is how I purchased it from Riv, they assembled it with

[RBW] WTB 60cm Rambouillet

2013-08-15 Thread frank_a
Hello all, I'm looking for a 60cm Rambouillet frame set. Please contact me off list. Thanks, - Frank -- 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] FS~56 Sam Hillborne, single top tube. Blue w/cream head tube

2013-06-07 Thread frank_a
Hi All, For sale is a 56 Sam Hillborne. It's the single top tube frame special they had on the site a month or two ago. I bought it directly from Rivendell. It's in outstanding condition, only the drop outs and fork ends show evidence of the build up. There is a very faint paint scratch at

[RBW] FS~56 Sam Hillborne, single top tube. Blue w/cream head tube

2013-06-07 Thread frank_a
I forgot to add, included is the headset, bottom bracket and the unused seatpost, as suplied by Rivendell. - Frank -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] FS 56 Sam Hillborne. Single TT, blue with cream head tube

2013-06-07 Thread frank_a
Hi All, For sale is a 56 Sam Hillborne frame set. It's the single top tube frame special they had on the site a month or two ago. I bought it directly from Rivendell. It's in outstanding condition, only the drop outs and fork ends show evidence of the build up. There is a very faint paint

[RBW] Re: Understanding Silver Shifters video

2013-04-21 Thread frank_a
I lost one and cut down the spring from a ballpoint pen. It is slightly larger in diameter but it works fine. I put it in the left side (front shifter) as that gets used much less, on my bikes anyway. - Frank -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Brake clearance issue on '97 Rivendell Road

2013-04-20 Thread frank_a
Tim, I owned a first generation Riv...Road, Waterford built. It was a 59.5. I could run the Pasela 35 but, these bikes were built when the actual tire size was quite a bit less than the label stated. The old 35 Paselas measured about 31~32. It fit the frame and was the limit, without fenders.

[RBW] Re: New Web Special Frames

2013-04-11 Thread frank_a
Well, the 57.5 Proto Sam is gone. - Frank On Wednesday, April 10, 2013 9:43:56 PM UTC-4, Dave Rivbike wrote: Just posting here to give y'all a little heads up on some web special frames. A few neat ones, and I'll post more tomorrow. http://www.rivbike.com/New-Stuff-s/489.htm I'll be

[RBW] Re: First Riv Ride

2013-04-03 Thread frank_a
While I've corresponded with many list members over the years it was nice to actually meet and ride with one. Tom is a great addition to our Owners Bunch. He's no newcomer to cycling, but it was cool to see his first ride on a Rivendell bike. Tom hopped on the Saluki and took off down the

[RBW] Re: are there any true 700x40 plush, high tpi tires?

2013-03-25 Thread frank_a
They fit. http://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/6333973763/in/set-72157629201165583 - Frank On Thursday, March 21, 2013 12:32:52 AM UTC-4, Michael Williams wrote: Just wondering if anyone has come across any 700x40 tires that are higher tpi( 120). Im kind of imagining a Jack Brown

[RBW] Re: FS_56 Atlantis, F/F/HS

2013-03-19 Thread frank_a
UPDATE: The Atlantis has been sold and is on it's way to Kentucky. Thanks to all who inquired. - Frank On Thursday, March 7, 2013 4:37:50 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote: Hi All, I'm offering a 56 Atlantis frameset for sale. It's an early one with the nice pointy lugs. The frame is in nice

[RBW] FS_56 Atlantis, F/F/HS

2013-03-07 Thread frank_a
Hi All, I'm offering a 56 Atlantis frameset for sale. It's an early one with the nice pointy lugs. The frame is in nice condition with some paint scratches here and there, no dents just normal stuff. Some paint loss at the chainstay from a bit of chain suck but otherwise very, very nice. I've

[RBW] Re: Recently joined the group; and now a new Riv [frame] owner

2013-02-27 Thread frank_a
Hello Tom, Welcome to the group. I'm in the Ft. Lauderdale area. I've got a garage full of Rivendells. Feel free to contact me if you want to try something out. - Frank On Feb 26, 9:15 pm, Tom Goodmann tgoodm...@gmail.com wrote: Just over an hour ago, I snagged the last Sam Hillborne frame from

[RBW] Re: First All Rounder Ever?

2013-01-31 Thread frank_a
Jim, you're not alone there. The original color scheme was a great look. The new look killed it for me too. - Frank On Jan 31, 2:56 pm, Cyclofiend Jim cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Nice piece of Rivendell Bicycle Works history there. I do have to say, on a personal level, it's a shame about

[RBW] Re: Stolen Atlantis in SF

2013-01-24 Thread frank_a
It would be AT0197. It's an early one with the original lugs. - Frank On Jan 23, 11:15 pm, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: On Wednesday, January 23, 2013 9:45:36 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Wow, a serial number over 1!!! Mine was 727 and in its heyday I recall

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam.

2012-08-28 Thread frank_a
First run greens had the Araya rims. - Frank On Aug 28, 6:45 pm, Cyclofiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Mine (orange first run) was definitely Mavic rims. RIP Rear:http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/4391039675/in/photostream/ On Aug 28, 2012, at 3:33 PM, Jim Mather wrote:

[RBW] FS: 59 A. Homer Hilsen

2012-06-29 Thread frank_a
Hi All, Up for sale is a Toyo built 59cm A. Homer Hilsen, frame, fork and Shimano headset, It's the dark blue version. It's got some chips in the paint here and there but overall is in fine condition. Three sets of water bottle bosses, mid fork rack mounts, mid stay rear rack mounts, and the

[RBW] Re: FS: 59 A. Homer Hilsen

2012-06-29 Thread frank_a
Thank you to all who replied. The Hilsen has been sold. That was quick! - Frank On Friday, June 29, 2012 1:56:53 PM UTC-4, frank_a wrote: Hi All, Up for sale is a Toyo built 59cm A. Homer Hilsen, frame, fork and Shimano headset, It's the dark blue version. It's got some chips

[RBW] Boscos on a vintage Ritchey

2012-06-08 Thread frank_a
I'd been waiting for the Bosco bar specifically for this bike. It feels great so far. I set things up with stem shifters to free up the space in front of the brake levers and since these photos I installed some cork grips. Those of you who've got the Bosco know there is a huge amount of rise

[RBW] Re: FS-Rivendell Road Standard FF/HS

2012-06-05 Thread frank_a
. The frame has been sold.Thank you to all who inquired. - Frank On Friday, June 1, 2012 1:16:56 PM UTC-4, frank_a wrote: Hi All, For sale: 59.5 Rivendell Road Standard, frame, fork and headset. This is one of the early Waterford builds with the bi-plane fork, '95 or '96. I have owned

Re: [RBW] Re: Now here's a Rivendell...

2012-06-02 Thread frank_a
Which now resides in So. Fla. ; -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Rgj6ULNjr1sJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] FS-Rivendell Road Standard FF/HS

2012-06-01 Thread frank_a
Hi All, For sale: 59.5 Rivendell Road Standard, frame, fork and headset. This is one of the early Waterford builds with the bi-plane fork, '95 or '96. I have owned it for a bit over 5 years. Structurally/functionally it is fine but the original paint will need attention of some sort, depending

[RBW] Re: WTB: Moustache bar+Dirt drop stem

2012-05-08 Thread frank_a
C.J. I'm not sure if my first attempt to answer you went through or not, if so sorry... I've got the bars, stem and the hub. I'm at work now but if you're still looking we can follow up this afternoon. Thanks, - Frank On Monday, May 7, 2012 11:48:18 PM UTC-4, C.J. Filip wrote: Title says it

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