Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Bedrock Mountain Clogs Leather Size 13

2024-05-30 Thread Mike Ullmer
There's a >>>> faint mark on the top of one, I tried to capture in the pics. Soles are in >>>> great shape. >>>> >>>> $100 shipped in USA >>>> >>>> Pics here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/LFhFnM3bFmh1jMvKA >>>> >>

Re: [RBW] DIY build or order complete?

2024-05-29 Thread Mike Rossi
I vote DIY. Just do LOTS of research. YouTube and the mechanics section of Bike Forums have served me well. I also have around a thousand dollars worth of bike specific tools. You could probably save some money here or there by “making” some of the tools (YouTube can show you how). But, just know

Re: [RBW] Track Supermarket

2024-05-24 Thread Mike Rossi
Thanks for the info! I buy a lot from Blue Lug, but shipping is kinda high. But, I do love how quickly it gets to me from Japan! I’m waiting a little over a week now for an order from Colorado to South Carolina. And, I wish Rivendell would stop using UPS. It takes a week or longer from them,

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-05-13 Thread Mike Packard
Rambo in Round Rock https://austin.craigslist.org/bik/d/round-rock-rivendell-rambouillet-58cm/7746450817.html On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 8:44:13 PM UTC-5 jamin orrall wrote: > wowza, so cool. > > On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 4:37:35 PM UTC-7 Paul Richardson wrote: > >> this may predate Grant, i'm

Re: [RBW] Re: Rack(s) for Clem

2024-04-19 Thread Mike Packard
bosses which prevents the rack legs from having to spread really wide. mike On Friday, April 19, 2024 at 8:48:20 AM UTC-5 Kim H. wrote: > @Igor - > > I have some Arkel panniers for sale with a pair of f/r Old Man Mountain > racks for $500.00, plus shipping. If you do not want

Re: [RBW] Snapped Clem seat binder bolt

2024-04-15 Thread Mike Packard
I have never snapped a binder bolt but FWIW when I had some slipping on my Atlantis post, my LBS spun the inside of the seat tube with a flex hone attachment on their drill and that helped a lot. mike in atx On Monday, April 15, 2024 at 9:08:28 AM UTC-5 Ed Carolipio wrote: > I have a

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

2024-04-06 Thread Mike Godwin
metal oxides into the streams and turning them orange. Mike SLO CA On Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 2:15:15 PM UTC-7 Collin A wrote: > The rivers are calling, summer is coming...and the setup is still > available... > > Collin in Berktown > > On Monday, March 25, 2024 at 12:16:

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

2024-04-05 Thread Mike Godwin
Man, that looks like my long ago released AR. Right year of construction. Mike SLO CA On Friday, April 5, 2024 at 9:32:53 AM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > Ugh...I have a CK headset on my 1997 A/R which is probably suffering from > benign neglect...maybe I'm not the only one > > BikeFarmer R

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-04-03 Thread Mike Godwin
Gone! Its orange, it even sells fast. Mike SLO CA On Monday, April 1, 2024 at 7:24:20 AM UTC-7 chefd...@gmail.com wrote: > check out this Riv adjacent Ebisu in Davis, CA > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1045901090509133/?ref=search_code=null_story_type=post=browse_serp%3

[RBW] Re: NBD - Purple Appaloosa

2024-04-01 Thread Mike Packard
Great story and pics, thanks for sharing Dan. Congrats on the new bike. It's making me want to put rons bars back on the atlantis. mike in austin tx On Monday, April 1, 2024 at 2:44:46 AM UTC-5 Dan wrote: > Hi everyone, I’d like to share the story of my new purple Appaloosa. I’ve >

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

2024-03-29 Thread Mike Godwin
Man, that big view is so cool. It looks like the rock displaced the trees, but that is not the case. I could spend hours walking around that spot. Fabulous photograph of the interaction of plants and the earth. Mike SLO CA On Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 11:40:58 PM UTC-7 plumber...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-28 Thread Mike Godwin
wheelbase Treks are the FX 1, FX 2 and FX 3. Sports are a bit shorter. Nothing like what Kim Hetzel shows in the Clem photo. The web photos appear to show a bike with a shorter wheelbase, shorter chainstays than what I observed, in person, at the LBS. Mike SLO CA On Sunday, March 10, 2024 at 11

[RBW] Re: Spring Cleaning--Handlebars, Brakes, Stems, Bags

2024-03-22 Thread Mike Godwin
for parts I sold last month. One box, IIRC 6x6x5 inches was 15 bucks shipping. There goes my expected "profit." Mike "postage ain't what it used to be" SLO CA On Friday, March 22, 2024 at 8:06:00 AM UTC-7 Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > Hi Conway, > Respectfully, al

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Roadeo f/f/hs

2024-03-15 Thread Mike Godwin
Roadeo has a new home. Thanks for the interest folks. Mike On Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 2:42:00 PM UTC-8 Jim M. wrote: > I'm surprised this hasn't sold, given all the excitement about Bill's > Roadeo Rosa. Mike's is half the price of a new one and no 2-year wait. > > jim mat

[RBW] Re: Roadini on F1 Track ride report

2024-03-14 Thread Mike Packard
Tom: Thanks. It's this one: https://crustbikes.com/collections/grips-bartape/products/serfas-woven-bar-tape?variant=39334814679130 John: Thanks. The track is about 3.36 miles to do the full loop. mike On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 8:41:06 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > That's very cool, M

[RBW] Kool Stop Cross Threaded Dual Compund Brake Pads - PSA

2024-03-11 Thread Mike Godwin
sed." Well, I didn't use the ephing pads because I can't even install them with the correct rim/pad contact angle. What a POS. I betcha the pad compound is very good, but what worthless customer support. Blah!!! Ok done, with rant, anyone want some half price brake pads? Mike "Yokoz

Re: [RBW] Ron's Ortho... stem question

2024-03-11 Thread Mike H
I just finished the same process of deciding on a stem for my Ortho Bars as well. I initially went with the 12cm Tallux, but since I like to lean into my bars a bit and not be totally upright, I dealt with slipping. I've got a long torso and arms so I wanted to get a bit more reach too since

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-06 Thread Mike Godwin
on Foothill in SLO towards the campus side of town. Mike SLO CA. On Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 10:20:36 AM UTC-8 Eric Daume wrote: > What Treks did you see? Looking at their website, I don't see anything > that long, outside their Electra cruisers. Trek has a LOT of models though, > so

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-06 Thread Mike Godwin
. I guess they know a good thing when they ride it. Mike SLO CA On Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 4:40:42 PM UTC-8 Garth wrote: > > People do lament about modern frame/parts design Bill, and they do it > @Bikeforums.net in mostly the classic & vintage section :) All vintage >

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Mike Godwin
I think my FS Roadeo is a good contender! All prodding aside, it is a great pavement bike, works well on dirt roads too as it will fit 700x35 tires. Mike SLO CA On Monday, March 4, 2024 at 7:50:49 AM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > The Ram is indeed a worthy contender, but I was thinking of curr

[RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Roadeo f/f/hs

2024-03-02 Thread Mike Godwin
Hi Josh Let me know which photos, or all of them and will happily send them along. Mike SLO CA -- 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] Free for shipping Nisi Sport Torro Stretto 27 inch

2024-03-02 Thread Mike Godwin
sticker. Link to the rim description VeloBase.com - Component: Nisi Sport Toro Stretto <https://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=5A1AC8D3-60DF-438A-BD15-6016A21D7BE8=107=267> Mike SLO CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

[RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Roadeo f/f/hs

2024-03-02 Thread Mike Godwin
Correction on wheelset, it is Shimano WH-RS10 Mike SLO CA On Friday, March 1, 2024 at 8:30:42 PM UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote: > Hi Folks > $1200 f/f/hs. Buyer pays shipping of course. > Thinning the herd again. Up for grabs, ha, 61 cm Roadeo, white with blue > accents. I bought it i

Re: [RBW] Re: Fitz Cycles All Road 56cm 26"/650b Disc Partial Build and Wheels

2024-02-29 Thread Mike Ullmer
Unfortunately not, that front low-rider rack was actually built for my custom Fitz and I had him add mounts to it so I could use on this frame as well. Doesn't mean the new owner couldn't have Fitz make them one though :-) On Thu, Feb 29, 2024 at 10:37 AM Michael Morrissey <

[RBW] Re: The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

2024-02-21 Thread Mike Godwin
Rhodochrosite pink? (MnCO3). I particularly enjoy the stem, with the stem clamp bolt to one side. Mike SLO CA On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 7:54:37 PM UTC-8 Steve wrote: > I say it's OK to geek out over bikes - especially if it's a unique > Rivendell. > > Steve in Asheville

[RBW] Spring FS Post - Cranks, BB, Seatpost, Handlebars, Nitto Rack, Wool

2024-02-20 Thread Mike Ullmer
and struts. Would also trade for a Marks Rack. Pics here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/KxSdnsek27UuM9Ka8 Mike in Minneapolis -- 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, sen

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

2024-02-19 Thread Mike Packard
match the uniqueness of the bike? - Must both ends be from the same wine (necessitating 2 bottles) or do you cut the corks in half? I guess what I'm asking is what kind of wine are you going to use? Mike in Austin On Monday, February 19, 2024 at 9:31:54 AM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote: > W

Re: [RBW] FS Items Brakes, Seatposts, Saddles, Derailleurs

2024-02-16 Thread Mike Godwin
Remaining items Pacenti Forza Classico rims, silver, asymmetric/symmetric pair, 32 hole, NIB $220 Brooks Swallow, black, steel rails, like new condition. $120 Tiagra short cage RD, RD-4500, $15 Campy metal head for Silca pump $25 Mike SLO CA  Reply all Reply to author Forward

[RBW] Re: FS: 700c Mavic/XT Wheelset 100/135

2024-02-13 Thread Mike Godwin
David, great idea with the spinning video. Mike "no need for another wheelset against the wall" in SLO CA On Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 6:15:57 AM UTC-8 Dave Grossman wrote: > I rode on these hoops on my Homer. I sold the Homer and saved them as a > backup for my Hunq but h

Re: [RBW] FS Items Brakes, Seatposts, Saddles, Derailleurs

2024-02-12 Thread Mike Godwin
. 26.4, uncut. $20 Shimano long cage 105 RD, RD-5501, $25 Tiagra short cage RD, RD-4500, $15 Anyone need a pair of Mafac Racers, all bits, one mounting nut missing. Make offer. On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 10:11:01 PM UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote: > Hi Folks > Thank you for the great re

Re: [RBW] FS Items Brakes, Seatposts, Saddles, Derailleurs

2024-02-11 Thread Mike Godwin
a cool patinaed frame much like the Ramboulliet someone worked over. Mike SLO CA On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 1:48:19 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > Short *housing* lengths ... > > On Sun, Feb 11, 2024 at 2:46 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > >> ... IME, good quality single

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Items Brakes, Seatposts, Saddles, Derailleurs

2024-02-11 Thread Mike Godwin
Hi Jock Yes, XC Pro FD available Mike SLO CA On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 10:08:32 AM UTC-8 John Dewey wrote: > Mike, if the XC PRO front D is still around, I’ll take it! > > Jock > > On Sun, Feb 11, 2024 at 9:21 AM Mike Godwin wrote: > >> Hello folks >>

[RBW] Re: FS Items Brakes, Seatposts, Saddles, Derailleurs

2024-02-11 Thread Mike Godwin
Hi sorry about that! What a dope I am. Forgot to write THESE ITEMS CLAIMED sheese Both B17s Paul skewers Diacompe 750 brakes Crystal Fella post Sanyo Gen set 105 RD Mike SLO CA Mike SLO CA On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 9:21:29 AM UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote: > Hello folks > > Both B1

[RBW] Re: FS Items Brakes, Seatposts, Saddles, Derailleurs

2024-02-11 Thread Mike Godwin
Hello folks Both B17s Paul skewers Diacompe 750 brakes Crystal Fella post Sanyo Gen set 105 RD Mike SLO CA On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 11:31:17 PM UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote: > Hi Folks > > Some bits from parting out the Monstercross, other items that just seem to > p

[RBW] Re: trying to find an obscure former riv product

2024-02-09 Thread Mike Packard
These? https://www.somafabshop.com/shop/dia-compe-dc138-hand-rest-2746#attr=4939 On Friday, February 9, 2024 at 10:20:13 AM UTC-6 Davey Two Shoes wrote: > Does anyone remember those "false" hoods Riv used to sell? I think it was > Riv at least. Anyway I'm looking for a similar solution but

[RBW] Re: FS: Black Mountain Cycles V5.5 Monstercross 60 cm Olive Oil

2024-01-15 Thread Mike Godwin
Sold. f/f/hs. Some parts to be listed in the near future. Mike SLO CA On Monday, January 1, 2024 at 1:50:20 PM UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote: > I have the opposite Ian, a lot of the cool bikes I see FS or trade are on > the small side for me. > > Mike SLO CA > > On Sunday, Decembe

[RBW] Re: Why do some bikes just feel consistently faster?

2024-01-11 Thread Mike Godwin
y a Roadeo. But, the larger diameter stays on my no-longer-in-quiver BMC Road bike had nearly the same feel as the Zurich and BJ. Yup, its the whole system, let's ride it! Mike SLO CA On Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 2:35:08 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > This is hardly a new question for me

[RBW] Re: FS: Black Mountain Cycles V5.5 Monstercross 60 cm Olive Oil

2024-01-01 Thread Mike Godwin
I have the opposite Ian, a lot of the cool bikes I see FS or trade are on the small side for me. Mike SLO CA On Sunday, December 31, 2023 at 3:39:14 PM UTC-8 ian m wrote: > Why are all the cool bikes too large? Great price wish it could be mine > > On Sunday, December 31, 2023 at 2

[RBW] WTB: Woolywarm Sweater Vest and/or Cardigan

2023-12-29 Thread Mike Ullmer
I just picked up a Woolywarm Cheviot Sweater over the holidays and have been loving it and would like to add a vest or Cardigan to the collection. I expect a large or XL will fit. If you have anything give a shout! Mike in Minneapolis -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: FS: 60 cm Quickbeam

2023-12-18 Thread Mike Godwin
with arranging packing and shipping from your LBS. Mike "trying to thin the herd" Godwin SLO CA On Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 10:19:00 AM UTC-8 joe kelly wrote: > Bumping this. Maybe my asking price is too high? I’m not sure what a used > quickbeam is worth. I’m open to offers. Perhap

Re: [RBW] Re: Compliments

2023-11-16 Thread Mike Godwin
riple chainring, haven't seen that in a long time." Its nothing special, but it does get attention fur sure. Mike SLO CA On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 8:36:06 AM UTC-8 Ryan wrote: > Thanks rich...can't bring myself to sell them yet even though I haven't > been riding them as much &g

[RBW] Re: Kid's First Pedal Bike (Riv parent edition)

2023-11-16 Thread Mike Packard
kip numbers. i.e. went from balance bike to woom 3 to 5 mike On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 8:01:52 AM UTC-6 pbsm...@gmail.com wrote: > I have a giant 3yo that has been crushing it on their balance bike. I > opted for a 14" Guardian bike based on the reviews from TwoWheelingTots. I >

[RBW] Re: FS: Dia Compe Gran Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes

2023-11-03 Thread Mike Godwin
I have these on my Roadeo, like em a lot. Open wide for fatter tires of course. With koolstop pads. Mike SLO CA On Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 11:10:47 AM UTC-7 bunny...@gmail.com wrote: > Dia Compe Gran Compe 610 centerpull brakes. > Comes with straddle cables and hangers. > Rec

Re: [RBW] Bluelug Visit to Rivendell (Video)

2023-10-30 Thread Mike Godwin
Pump peg for the Charlie HG should be in the front. That is the perfect place to gouge a hole in one's shoulder. But, I guess a pump would not wedge tight in the obtuse angle of the top tube/seat tube lug. Better to place it on the seat stay. Mike SLO CA On Monday, October 30, 2023 at 7:02:48

[RBW] Re: The Places Our Bikes Take Us

2023-10-25 Thread Mike Godwin
Wow, that is just beautiful Andy. What a special place to live. Mike SLO CA On Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 7:42:41 AM UTC-7 RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > Whoops, got away without signatuure... > > Andy Cheatham > Pittsburgh > > On Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 10:41:52 AM UTC-

Re: [RBW] FS: Nitto, White Industries, Shimano, Suntour, Thomson

2023-10-25 Thread Mike Ullmer
Apologies, it's 27.2 On Wed, Oct 25, 2023 at 6:35 AM Richard Rose wrote: > Michael, assuming the seatpost is not 26.8? > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Oct 25, 2023, at 12:18 AM, Michael Ullmer wrote: > > I'm tearing down my 650b'd Trek 640 to send to a friend and have some > extra parts to

[RBW] Re: Boomerang Rivs

2023-10-20 Thread Mike Godwin
Heck Bill, seems like the shipping features are worthy of a photo or two. 1 boomerang Riv in the stable (Roadeo). Mike SLO CA On Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 11:37:39 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I received my second "boomerang Riv" yesterday. My definition of a > "boom

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

2023-10-10 Thread Mike Godwin
in the bead bed perfectly. Same can be said about the Challenge tires. Gravel Kings are a bit tighter (on Pacenti Forza rims), I think they are the tubeless compatible model. No flats yet. BMC and BJ do commute and errand duties alternating weeks. Mike SLO CA On Monday, October 9, 2023

Re: [RBW] Riv Road spotted

2023-09-24 Thread Mike Godwin
of the other bikes flat black carbon or flat black something or other. Mike SLO CA On Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 2:19:03 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > Ah, it has the Campy Ego-looking brifters, too. I don't remember the > connection between the companies now but you could get those from

[RBW] Re: Wheel Builder

2023-09-07 Thread Mike Godwin
on grainy web photos, it looks like straight pull stainless steel spokes are used, and nipples are hidden in the rim. He did not have the wheel at work. Mike SLO CA On Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 5:46:21 PM UTC-7 Josh C wrote: > Well, too late now, but thanks for the input. I'll h

[RBW] Re: FS: Sugino XD2 triple crank arms 170mm

2023-09-06 Thread Mike Godwin
Hey Bill, what brand triplizer ring are you using on the Romulus, and teeth combo? Mike SLO CA On Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 8:08:20 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I just bought a lovely Romulus complete. It came complete from Riv in the > early part of this century and Riv's st

[RBW] Re: Stuck shifter cable head

2023-09-04 Thread Mike Godwin
I've stuck cable ends in the past, hate it, the worst problem I think. Started putting grease on cable ends and a little dab in the shifter hole. Mike SLO CA On Monday, September 4, 2023 at 7:04:37 AM UTC-7 rus...@gmail.com wrote: > What about cutting the cable off flush and drilling d

[RBW] Re: First Ride, First Riv

2023-08-29 Thread Mike Godwin
Hey SallyG Congrats on the Riv. They are nice riding steeds. And, I recognize that spot! MikeG SLO CA On Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 1:36:55 AM UTC-7 Roberta wrote: > > Congratulations. Isn’t the first ride magical? The good news is that > magic feeling doesn’t go away. Happy riding. > >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-22 Thread Mike Godwin
Man o Man, someone needs to pick up the Roadeo for 1300 bucks. Thats almost the cost of the parts! Mike "1 Roadeo, but not my first goat rope" Godwin SLO CA On Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 9:47:48 AM UTC-7 plumber...@gmail.com wrote: > > Seller sent these pictures it looks

Re: [RBW] Re: Ron’s Ortho Bars but no bike conundrum? Buy mine!

2023-08-14 Thread Mike Packard
I put some on my Atlantis and now it won't fit in the bike locker at work :D Mike in Austin On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 1:57:18 PM UTC-5 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > Dang, that's a lovely bike Liz! Hopefully someone snatches it up for that > price! > > On Mon, Aug 14, 2023 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Wheel Builder

2023-08-12 Thread Mike
ay towards building a strong and true wheel. Happy and safe (and quiet) riding to all this weekend, Mike On Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 8:10:01 AM UTC-4 Josh C wrote: > Bones, > Thanks. That's good to know. > On Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 8:07:11 AM UTC-4 Bones wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-06 Thread Mike Davis
I've spent over 30 years on college campuses and 20 of those with an Atlantis. If I ride to work, it stays in my office until I leave. I have seen literally hundreds of bikes stripped and stolen. If you can't keep it indoors,my advice is a 80-90s steel MTB frame that fits. On Sun, Aug 6, 2023,

Re: [RBW] Upcoming Riv Ride: Chicago

2023-08-01 Thread Mike Sherman
picnic style. -Mike On Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 3:32:13 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > Please take and post photos. I took a very quick trip out to Evanston not > quite 2 months ago for my daughter's graduate at Northwestern, and we took > a pleasant hike around the lakeside path ou

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-01 Thread Mike Packard
60 Cheviot frame in Austin https://austin.craigslist.org/bik/d/austin-60cm-rivendell-cheviot-frame/7636520917.html On Saturday, July 29, 2023 at 11:15:34 AM UTC-7 Will M wrote: > Thanks, Eric! I would have offered up the QB for sale here, but it is > such a unicorn (and there were so few of

Re: [RBW] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-07-26 Thread Mike Packard
Just a plug for the wonderful site https://whatbars.com/ that lets you pick different handlebars and overlay them in a way that makes it really easy to compare width and reach and everything. It has the Albatross and Bosco, which is close enough to Tosco to see how different they are. Mike

[RBW] Re: FS 61cm MUSA Homer Frameset

2023-07-26 Thread Mike Godwin
Alex What is the reach on the brakes? Are they Dia Compe 750s or similar size? Mike SLO CA (who traded a Waterford 61 cm HHH for Legolas many moons ago) On Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 5:00:42 AM UTC-7 Alex Wirth wrote: > Bump :-) > > On Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 7:43:57 AM UTC-4 A

[RBW] Re: Clem: Fleecer Ridge vs Antelope Hill?

2023-07-18 Thread Mike Packard
Hi Jim I've got the 700x44 Snoqualmie tires on my Clem L in and I love them. Happy to let you ride if if you like (I'm in Austin). Send me a PM. Mike On Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 12:00:11 PM UTC-5 Jim Bronson wrote: > Anyone tried either one of these tires on their Clem? I know Rene He

Re: [RBW] WTB: Toyo Built Atlantis

2023-07-11 Thread Mike Packard
Guessing this is the same one Eric mentioned: https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/bik/d/indianapolis-rivendell-atlantis/7640775649.html On Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 2:53:39 PM UTC-5 EGNolan wrote: > The 58 is the smallest size w/ 700c from Toyo. The 56cm Toyo Atlanti had > 26" wheels. > >

[RBW] WTB- Grundéns rain hat

2023-07-04 Thread Mike Smith
use it and would pass it along. If so, please shoot me an email at bee...@gmail.com Cheers- Mike in rainy Somerville, Mass -- 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

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

2023-06-22 Thread Mike Godwin
. Come to think of it, the mid-80s Mercian, which disappeared in the 'ought-8 divorce garage sale. Mike SLO CA On Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 5:18:40 PM UTC-7 Ted Durant wrote: > 6:07:06 PM UTC-5 campyo...@me.com wrote: > > One is made of the more unusual “531 Professional” tubes

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

2023-06-19 Thread Mike K.
What a beautiful bike. I’ve heard nothing but good things about the Saluki. - Mike in Des Plaines, IL On Monday, June 19, 2023 at 6:27:44 AM UTC-5 Matt Beecher wrote: > I'm sorry for whatever is prompting the sale. For anyone on the fence, > the Saluki is by far the best Rivendell that

[RBW] Re: WTB: zippy skinny tire 62x58ish c-c frameset

2023-06-07 Thread Mike Godwin
Look for a early Lemond Zurich 61 cm. They are on the big side, will Cypress 700x30 tires, short reach brakes with pads at the bottom of the slots. Zippy, good climber, good no hands riding behavior. Or a Lemond Poprad. Both under the radar brakes. Mike SLO CA On Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6

[RBW] Re: LF/WTB 26.6 Single Bolt Seatpost

2023-05-05 Thread Mike Godwin
Thanks folks Seat pillar saddle attachment thing found. Mike SLO CA On Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 2:30:23 PM UTC-7 Mike Godwin wrote: > Hi Folks, > Cross-post on ibob list. > > Looking for a 26.6 seat post for a Bridgestone 200 mixte build. Does not > need to be show quality,

[RBW] LF/WTB 26.6 Single Bolt Seatpost

2023-05-04 Thread Mike Godwin
Hi Folks, Cross-post on ibob list. Looking for a 26.6 seat post for a Bridgestone 200 mixte build. Does not need to be show quality, functional one bolt design. All aluminum desirable. Thanks Mike SLO CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[RBW] Re: Rivendell paint color repetition: Your thoughts

2023-05-03 Thread Mike Godwin
Two favorites, yes the original Ram orange. And, the original slightly metallic deep blue on the Legolas. Stunning. Mike "sparkly white blue accent Roadeo" SLO CA On Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 7:05:09 PM UTC-7 Bikie#4646 wrote: > Eric, > I seem to recall being attracted to the "

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-05-01 Thread Mike Packard
https://austin.craigslist.org/bik/d/austin-rivendell-roscoe-bubbe-project/7616125380.html Mike in ATX On Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 10:48:40 AM UTC-5 campyo...@me.com wrote: > Yeah, but this bike is in a city where a condo costs $35-million. > > --Eric Norris > campyo...@me

[RBW] Re: Lighter than your Platypus

2023-04-27 Thread Mike Godwin
Patrick I did not realize the Matthews had so many gears and cables and things hanging from its industrial frame. There's your problem. Mike "green Bob Jackson World Tour likely >31.99 lbs" SLO CA On Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 6:58:49 AM UTC-7 Marc Irwin wrote: > [image:

[RBW] Re: FS Items - NIB Rims, Wheelset, Shifters, Brakes etc

2023-04-21 Thread Mike Godwin
a pdf page and combined the file). Mike SLO CA  On Friday, April 21, 2023 at 12:09:37 PM UTC-7 Mike Godwin wrote: > Updated list, Suntour seat post Suntour shifters, DA shifters, no-name hub > claimed. > > *Campagnolo GS Strada* crank and 45 t ring, 144 bcd, 170 arms, 9/16 peda

[RBW] Re: FS Items - NIB Rims, Wheelset, Shifters, Brakes etc

2023-04-21 Thread Mike Godwin
and nipple washers. Spin smooth and straight. $120 shipped. Claimed mostly, not shipped yet *Velo Orange Gran Cru triple* 48-34-24, with VO 124.5 mm x 68 mm sealed bb $125 shipped. (page has 150 on it, I grabbed a pdf page and combined the file). Mike SLO CA On Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 10

[RBW] Re: FS Items - NIB Rims, Wheelset, Shifters, Brakes etc

2023-04-20 Thread Mike Godwin
clean up >> nicely. >> >> I have a pair of 36-hole Ambrosio rims w Record hubs that were redished >> for my PX-10 SS in 2011. Still spin smoothly still true and have held up >> really well on our rough Winnipeg roads for....over 30 years >> >> On

[RBW] Re: What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

2023-04-19 Thread Mike Godwin
John S What is fiber board? Masonite? Chipped wood product? Mike "who uses 2 x cardboard glued cross-grain for front basket base" SLO CA On Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 5:54:05 AM UTC-7 JohnS wrote: > I'm with Ian, but instead of plywood, I use 1/8" fiberboard for bike bag

[RBW] Re: What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

2023-04-18 Thread Mike Godwin
Get a 6-pack of the thin plastic cutting boards, dollar store or other such place. They come in different weights. I use them in bags i make pushed into sleeves. Mike SLO CA On Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 11:12:50 AM UTC-7 Ian A wrote: > In a set of Lone Peak panniers I used to h

[RBW] Nitto R-14 Rear Struts Attachment Points

2023-04-17 Thread Mike
To all the lighter duty rear rack users out there, The Nitto R14 rack has rear struts that allow for connection to 2 and even 3 possible locations on some Riv frames, and I am curious which ones others use or prefer and why? This question applies to those running the RBW51 or M1 as a rear

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

2023-04-17 Thread Mike
) a work in progress: what is the current WIP Riv model? Not perfect matches, but works for me. Anyway, that's how I interpreted the blurb. Mike (currently with only two in the rotation: a Sam and a beater) On Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 8:16:47 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Riv Garage Sale hauls

2023-04-06 Thread Mike Godwin
Hi Evan I scrounge that model at the bike co-op to find matching ones. I think it is 62xx series Ultegra. Mike SLO CA On Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 10:46:12 AM UTC-7 Evan E. wrote: > Thanks, Eric! The lever says "Open" on the other side. Does that help with > identificatio

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

2023-03-30 Thread Mike Godwin
Does anyone have a scan of the You Need 7 Bikes article? Need for a friend. Not me, no spouse, and I'm almost there with two frame/forks hanging on the wall. Mike SLO CA On Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 9:48:56 AM UTC-7 pi...@gmail.com wrote: > In my garage, I have: > > 1. Custom tou

Re: [RBW] Re: Old RBW road bike like the Rambouillet?

2023-03-24 Thread Mike Godwin
Also, there was a mixup in frame requests, a batch of Romuluses (Romuli) arrived with canti posts. Every so often you see one come up for sale. Mike SLO CA On Friday, March 24, 2023 at 12:29:56 PM UTC-7 Doug Van Cleve wrote: > Thanks folks, it was bugging me that I couldn't remember. &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Old RBW road bike like the Rambouillet?

2023-03-24 Thread Mike Godwin
What crankset is on the Saluki? looks like a TA, the one with 3 bcd drillings: 110/74/54. Mike SLO CA On Friday, March 24, 2023 at 8:23:49 AM UTC-7 John Dewey wrote: > RamBOBs, > > I think all of these are quite accurate recollections. Our little family > peloton (admitt

[RBW] WTB Rambouillet 54 or Bleriot 55

2023-03-22 Thread mike naranjo
Hi Everyone, I realize this may be a long shot, but please let me know if you have any leads on a Rambouillet in a size 54 or a Bleriot in a size 55. Thank you! Best, Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

[RBW] WTB 54 Rambouillet or 55 Bleriot

2023-03-22 Thread mike naranjo
Hi Everyone, I know it's a long shot, but thought I'd see if anyone has any leads for a Rambouillet in a size 54 or a Bleriot in a size 55. Thanks in advance. Best, Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

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

2023-03-17 Thread mike goldman
-very few of them made, as you say, > Mike--is not so different from the Touring or Road models in terms of > rake. If this one were a 59 or 61 . . . ! > > Greg Parker has kindly shared with me that the Sportif has more of a > lower-mid trail configuration, with standard diameter

[RBW] Re: FS: Cool Vintage Components (Sugino, Suntour, Shimano)

2023-03-13 Thread Mike Godwin
on Velobase VeloBase.com - Component: Sugino Maxy (5-Arm) <https://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=C8B79C7F-5A0A-4BCB-B29D-A1C80ED0640E=115=499> Mike SLO CA On Monday, March 13, 2023 at 7:25:13 AM UTC-7 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > John, I believe it is. I’ll let you know. > > Th

[RBW] Re: California bike route advice - Lompoc to Santa Barbara

2023-03-12 Thread Mike Godwin
Have not ridden that route since 1986, but 246, and I suspect to 154, ya'll got a big hill there. But an awesome downhill to Goleta. 101 has OK shoulders except at the bridges. Mike SLO CA On Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 6:20:21 PM UTC-7 Jim S. wrote: > Hi all, > > This is a shot in

[RBW] Re: FS: Cool Vintage Components (Sugino, Suntour, Shimano)

2023-03-12 Thread Mike Godwin
I like the Sugino Mighty / Super models. The one you show is the swaged version, it appears anyway from your photos. Dare I say, the asking price is high for a swaged crank. Mike "not always a bottom feeder" SLO CA On Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 12:18:37 PM UTC-7 eliot...@gmail.com w

[RBW] Re: 48mm tire choice?

2023-03-07 Thread Mike Packard
d last years. Mike Austin TX On Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 2:49:16 PM UTC-6 Tom Wyland wrote: > Hi, can anyone recommend tires for 90% pavement that are 700x48 for my > Platy? I've gone the cheap route with the Specialized Sawtooth but now I'm > ready for something better. They h

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

2023-02-26 Thread Mike Packard
53 Sam in Gainesville GA. No relationship to seller https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/bik/d/gainesville-rivendell-hillborne/7593509015.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] Re: any bike photos of bikes with the Dia compe 980's?

2023-02-12 Thread Mike Godwin
aluminum color when the frame was done in green. He also made a couple of "paper clip" style rear cable hangers - longer than Nitto or SOMA - that hangs from the seat post clamp bolt. Mike SLO CA On Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 6:36:48 PM UTC-8 John Bokman wrote: > King of Merci

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Baggins Bags - Banana Seat Bag and Candy Handlebar Bag Set

2023-02-08 Thread Mike Ullmer
I'd consider selling the banana bag separate for $35 net to me (I know you're not interested, but others may be), but not the Candy Bar bag. I have another Banana bag on my Ram that I'll pair with the Candy if that one doesn't sell. On Tue, Feb 7, 2023 at 1:52 PM Joe Bunik wrote: > hi Michael >

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

2023-02-02 Thread Mike Packard
Another great video and bike build Eric. Thanks. mike On Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 9:45:54 AM UTC-6 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Quite nice, John, thank you for sharing! Seems it's held up well over the > past decade-plus. And it looks like a fun and gravy ride. Enjoy! > >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Bar End Shifters and Shimano 600 HS

2023-01-28 Thread Mike Ullmer
himano Bar Ends - SL-BS79 (SIS only) - $50 >> --These show some wear, but all the clicks are there. SIS only, no >> friction option. >> >> 5) Shimano 600 HP-6207 1" HS - $50 >> >> Pics here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/zQ2cQt27DKmfXhgc9 >> >> Mike in

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Baggins Bags - Banana Seat Bag and Candy Handlebar Bag Set

2023-01-28 Thread Mike Ullmer
Weekend bump, $80 net to me on these On Tue, Jan 24, 2023, 9:25 PM Michael Ullmer wrote: > Bump on these, $90 net to me > > On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 1:50:23 PM UTC-6 Michael Ullmer wrote: > >> I've got two Baggins bags for sale I'm selling as a set: >> >> The Banana Bag shows the most

Re: [RBW] Seat Post Slippage

2023-01-26 Thread Mike Packard
I had this on my Atlantis, took it to my LBS (Cycleast) who used a cordless drill with a flex cylinder hone brush attachment for about 60 sec and never had another issue. mike On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 3:11:21 PM UTC-6 Joe Bernard wrote: > I'd go ahead with the Super Grip and cr

Re: [RBW] Flood Season Riding in CA

2023-01-08 Thread Mike Godwin
he delta and all of California's surface water plumbing are subject to multiple chronic risks. All yuze Sacramento Delta ibobs stay safe and on high ground this next week. NOAA forecasts look pretty grim, at least here on the central coast. 4-5 inches of rain in the next 2-3 days. Mike SLO CA On

[RBW] Re: Small window without rain

2023-01-06 Thread Mike Godwin
Shoot, was really close to your starting point (Brooklyn and Lakeshore) last weekend, on Central Coast this weekend. Mike SLO CA On Friday, January 6, 2023 at 11:56:49 AM UTC-8 edwardb...@gmail.com wrote: > Going in an Oakland ride at two. Starting at Arizmendi Lakeshore going > throug

Re: [RBW] Flood Season Riding in CA

2023-01-06 Thread Mike Godwin
, the Oroville dam emergency several years ago, that was scary sh^t! Mike "observing rack lines on Prefumo Ck and Laguna Lake" Godwin SLO CA On Friday, January 6, 2023 at 8:10:20 PM UTC-8 campyo...@me.com wrote: > Download full resolution images > Available until Feb 5,

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