This is her first. My Brother Bruce gave his wife's Miyata to our sister
Jane.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/14098583817/
~Hugh
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:58:14 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote:
Wow!! That's a nice build! Has she ever had a Rivbike before?
I have been trying to
What Chris said. I don't have my bike to measure right now, but my saddle
height is 91 cm and the straps that came with the large SaddleSack didn't
reach. It works fine after swapping them for longer ones.
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I've often read about how shorter chainstays helped MTB's climb but never
really understood it until recently when I read something where it was
explained that longer chainstays are further back from the rider's weight
and therefore more likely to slip while climbing dirt and gravel while
The point at which you'd start slipping due to longer chain stays v.
shorter ones is relatively steep/loose if you have knobby tires. Though
certainly a theoretical factor, in the real world I doubt it is often a
practical one.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Friday, June 6, 2014 4:38:48 AM UTC-6,
I will have to take the chainstays into consideration; I didn't really
think about them when I initially thought it would be a cool mountain bike.
There is always the Hunqapillar, Bombadil (for $$$) or I could go custom
mountain mixte if I wanted to go that route. I'm not a fan of the mountain
The Geax Saguaro and WTB Wolverine are both pretty fast dirt-oriented tires
that aren't bad on pavement--both wear well too...
Steve
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 10:34 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com
wrote:
I must respectfully disagree re. the Speedster. Real nice on dirt, but on
road was
The gravel in Flint Hills of Kansas is notorious for shredding tires. Its not
unusual for people to get 6 flats during the race. Consider that the Native
Americans used the flint for their arrowheads. Just google Dirty Kanza tire
choice sometime if you are up for some light reading...
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Tony, I hear you about the tunnel vision. On the car ride along the route back
to Emporia, I realized I had passed several herds of cattle and not even
noticed them. Maybe coming from a rural background I'm just used to being
around cattle. The Sam handled the rough roads beautifully! I've
Ha! Thanks It's definitely a wheel flip to the the coastable side and
the low/low setup. And the climb itself seems to always include a certain
amount of cursing.
That was from the SFR 200K a few years ago.
http://www.cyclofiend.com/brevet/2010_200k.html
- J
On Thursday, June 5, 2014
Hi RJM:
In my size (48cm), the Hunqapillar has the second longest chainstays of
production Rivs at 46cm (designed for 26/559BSD). The Cheviot in my size
(55cm) looks to have ~55cm chainstays (designed for 650b).
For my riding, the Hunqapillar and probably the Cheviot would be terrific.
The
I would love to have a mountain-mixte! But would try to get one with
shorter stays for the above-mentioned reasons (climbing, front end
lofting). Luckily there happens to be one like that available:
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-foy.htm
What could change that recommendation is if the Cheviot
Oh wow, the Cheviot has 55cm stays... didn't realize they were that long. I
would definitely go w/ a Betty with 45cm stays.
But I'm just some guy on the internet. Go call Riv and ask them what would
be better for climbing off road, and discuss what tires you would be doing
that with!!!
Cheers,
Typically I get headwinds when climbing, so I'm going slower and getting aero
isn't nearly the difference in speed that it would be if I was faster, so most
of my aero position riding comes on the descents, when I'm going too fast to
pedal -- so I don't pedal much when tucked down there.
A few
FYI, Sram 951 chains are on sale for $16 w/ free shipping here:
http://www.aebike.com/SRAM-PC-951-9-speed-Gray-Chain-with-Powerlink_p_5645.html
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 8:08 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:
Wow, I see that they're even cheaper elsewhere:
http://www.jensonusa.com/SRAM-PC-951-9SP-Chain
So yeah, good chains for $13!!!
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Fri, Jun 6, 2014 at 8:26 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:
FYI, Sram 951
OK, last posting on chains. Eight speed one is also on great sale:
http://www.jensonusa.com/Bicycle-Chains/SRAM-PC-870-678-Speed-Chain
Disclosure: I know and like the Jenson people.
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Fri, Jun 6, 2014 at 8:37 AM,
Speaking of self promotion, have y'all heard of these?
http://www.bgcycles.com/rock-n-road-tire.html
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 4:34:07 PM UTC-7, ken.m...@gmail.com wrote:
Hey guys this kind of talk is supposed to happen in February.
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 3:27 PM, Steve Palincsar
I would also be interested in trading for a 55 Roadeo.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 5:13:14 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote:
Help. I have too many bikes—too many Rivendell Bikes. I sold my Atlantis
but then bought a second Rambouillet and a Roadeo.
Here is a link to the craigslist ad. No pictures
Sounds intriguing. Can you confirm if it is indeed a 57 or a 59cm frame
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AjehUKAztnO8dEFRVEYxUWpxeXNPMHZMeDZINmNUMWc#gid=0
?
Pictures please.
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Fri, Jun 6, 2014 at 9:02 AM,
Let me start my training regimen ;)
Alternative suggestion would be to take a more direct route there Saturday,
and do a version of that ride on Sunday...unloaded. But if that does happen
on Saturday, I'm in...I know the route so if I get behind I'll find my way.
But like Richard said, may trade
I just added some pictures to the SF craigslist posting.
I measured the bike and the seat post is 58 center to center. Is that the
proper measure? It was advertised to me as a 58 by a man who said that he
bought it new. I asked Bill last night where he got the only 57 or 59 info
but I haven't
according to my experience and
this: http://www.rivbike.com/kb_results.asp?ID=41
about 91.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 8:29:55 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote:
Anyone have a recommended PBH on this beaut? I know there are some owners
on the list. Thanks
Thanks man, too big for me, unfortunately. I would love to try true low
trail geometry, ah one day.
On Fri, Jun 6, 2014 at 12:26 PM, Tonester tony.mad...@gmail.com wrote:
according to my experience and this:
http://www.rivbike.com/kb_results.asp?ID=41
about 91.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014
Pics, great! Here's Riv's Geom chart, where only 57 and 59 are listed. I
believe a 58 C-C would be considered a 59 by Riv's C-T measurement:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AjehUKAztnO8dEFRVEYxUWpxeXNPMHZMeDZINmNUMWc#gid=0
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. -
Peter, by that size chart, my Rivendell road bike should be 61-63 cm, but
I'm delighted with my 66 Quickbeam and wouldn't want it smaller. So there
is a range of comfort and possibly even ideal, outside that chart if that's
what you were going by.
With abandon,
Patrick
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That's it then. If it measures 58 c-to-c then it's a 59 by Riv sizing
convention. That makes sense.
On Friday, June 6, 2014 9:25:46 AM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote:
I just added some pictures to the SF craigslist posting.
I measured the bike and the seat post is 58 center to center. Is that
David,
Thank you for the chart. Yes. The bike does measure 59cm from the center of
the crank to the *top* of the seat tube. I'll repost as a 59 later today.
Apologies for mis-measurement.
Michael Allen
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 5:13:14 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote:
Help. I have too many
small world. the main Jensons guy was a groomsman at my sister's wedding.
Now I forget his name, though.darn brain.
On Friday, June 6, 2014 8:40:50 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
OK, last posting on chains. Eight speed one is also on great sale:
Sorry, Bill. I hope I'm not contagious! Sardonic grin.
With abandon,
Patrick
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After realizing my measuring error, I am reposting this as a 59 Roadeo,
along with a link to a corrected craigslist ad that has a few pictures.
Again, I would prefer a local sale or trade, but I am willing to ship it.
In trade, I would be interested in a smaller Roadeo, probably a 57, or a 57
So far loving mine! Plans in the works to up grade Homer with some.
~Hugh
On Friday, June 6, 2014 7:31:41 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Typically I get headwinds when climbing, so I’m going slower and getting
aero isn’t nearly the difference in speed that it would be if I was faster,
so
On 06/06/2014 11:37 AM, cyclotourist wrote:
Wow, I see that they're even cheaper elsewhere:
http://www.jensonusa.com/SRAM-PC-951-9SP-Chain
So yeah, good chains for $13!!!
Thanks for the tip. I just bought myself four.
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On Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:14:40 AM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote:
Shawn,
I'll take your word for it since I no longer live in Oregon. I will say
that WA-14 did seem really nice at 7ish am on a Saturday morning. Maybe we
just got through before the tourist traffic started.
It's less
Ventura is only an hour north of LA, but the riding is pretty good. There
is a Rail trail, 15mi from the coast up to Ojai. Both Ventura and Ojai can
make for a copacetic family vacation day with plenty of walking, hiking and
shopping etc. Next stop North is Santa Barbara, IMO a bigger
I am liquidating all of my bike possessions, and have the following
available for pickup in West Seattle/Admiral.
Bikes at Work Cargo Trailer, older fixed style, 66 inches long, comes with
extra set of tires, extra chainstay mount. Excellent condition. $230.00
I agree that if you have to walk significant distances, you'd lose more
than you gain on the parts. However, even Ira on his 38 mm tires didn't
walk, except one steep climb to preserve his legs. I walked a few more of
the really steep rollers toward the end, but it was a concern for my knees,
If you get to the Bay Area, drop in on the folks at Box Dog Bikes and check
out the Pelican. I know a few group members who have those.
Well-rendered and without some of the shimmy-quirks which plagued certain
Kog models.
- Jim
On Friday, June 6, 2014 9:35:33 AM UTC-7, Peter M wrote:
Stack buying! APPROVE
On Friday, June 6, 2014 10:26:11 AM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On 06/06/2014 11:37 AM, cyclotourist wrote:
Wow, I see that they're even cheaper elsewhere:
http://www.jensonusa.com/SRAM-PC-951-9SP-Chain
So yeah, good chains for $13!!!
Thanks for the tip. I
Zipped out of the studio for my lunch hour yesterday and sidetracked up
onto the China Camp State Park trails. Had the Hilsen and Jack Brown
tires. The hills have transitioned to golden brown, and the trails are
definitely dry. Though the late Bay Area Rains have helped a bit, trails
are
While I don't doubt your and Ira's experience, I'm not sure how well it
applies to non-racers. Maybe I *should* be comfortable riding 42 mm tires
in deep sand and deep gravel, and down steep dirt descents. But I'm not. No
sense choosing equipment I ought be able to use, if I can't use it.
On
On 06/06/2014 03:26 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:
Stack buying! APPROVE
On Friday, June 6, 2014 10:26:11 AM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On 06/06/2014 11:37 AM, cyclotourist wrote:
Wow, I see that they're even cheaper elsewhere:
http://www.jensonusa.com/SRAM-PC-951-9SP-Chain
I'm not sure that it's specifically a racer thing, but more an experience
level thing. Most of us are noobs compared to wheeled warriors like the
Oregon Outback riders.
Grant espouses underbiking where you try your bike on challenging
surfaces that it may not have been designed for. However, it
Sold.
On Thursday, May 29, 2014 4:45:44 AM UTC-4, Bob wrote:
Tried to sell it on Craigslist, but did not receive any reasonable offers.
Last resort to rescue it from a life of hanging from the rafters of my
basement: eBay! (Yuck.) Auction will go live this weekend.
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Looks like I was able to work out a trade for a 56 Ram.
Not sold but traded.
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I was amazed you're riding a 66cm QB!
My 60cm works great for me, with a similar PBH (I think). My Singular
Gryphon is an XL, though, which is Very Large, but I like the feel of that
bike, too.
Philip
www.biketinker.com
On Friday, June 6, 2014 9:52:33 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Peter,
I was amazed with the stem I'm using (a 12cm), preferring it to the 9cm I'd
bought to use with the Albastache. I do have chimpanzee arms though. Cheesy
chimp grin.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Friday, June 6, 2014 3:06:50 PM UTC-6, Philip Williamson wrote:
I was amazed you're riding a 66cm QB!
Does a master link from, say, KMC work with a chain from, say, Shimano or
SRAM? And will a master link that works on an 8-speed chain also work on a
9-speed chain? I ask because I have a 9-speed SRAM chain on my Sam and a
KMC 8-speed chain on my old Miyata mountain bike. Would love to buy a few
OK, I gather that a master link for 6-7-8 speed chains, such as this one,
won't work on a 9-speed chain:
http://www.amazon.com/KMC-MISSING-Bicycle-8-Speed-6-Pack/dp/B000AO7LGM
But will master links of the proper size at least work across brands such
as KMC and SRAM?
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On 06/06/2014 06:28 PM, Evan wrote:
And will a master link that works on an 8-speed chain also work on a
9-speed chain? I ask because I have a 9-speed SRAM chain on my Sam and
a KMC 8-speed chain on my old Miyata mountain bike. Would love to buy
a few KMC master links--of the same size--to
Hi Bill,
I am looking to buy an Ibis touché. I am not sure of the exact size yet,
but I am afraid that it may be a small. What size is yours? Do you think
the Riv principles for sizing apply to a tandem? I would appreciate any
advice on sizing this tandem that you could give me (I am about
Hi Everybody,
I am looking to buy a 58cm Quickbeam or Simpleone in good condition. Open
to purchasing frameset to complete or anywhere inbetween depending on
asking price. I had a 56 Simplone that was a bit to small for me so I sold
it, and well...I miss that bike. I have had great luck on
Got the Kool Stops installed and that did the trick! Thanks to all for your
ideas!
Concerning that design of brake pads: I would like to enter into the public
record my extreme displeasure of the nutty pin retention system. What in
Sam Hillborne is wrong with the brilliant allen bolt retention
My goal for this summer had been to ride a 200+K ride, and I no doubt will but
it may well be broken into several days as a Meandonee.
One of the basic routes would go from Woodland Park (well Green Mountain Falls,
5 miles down the Pass, but whose counting?), and use the R2G2 route as a
I'm already no poo and minimal soap so I'm good to go
On Fri, Jun 6, 2014 at 4:47 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote:
My goal for this summer had been to ride a 200+K ride, and I no doubt will
but it may well be broken into several days as a Meandonee.
One of the basic routes would
I should add that single track bikepacking is also always an option, if
that is your preference.
With abandon,
Patrick
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Great! Let me know when you'll be in Colorado and we can sort things out!
There is still the issue of laundry detergent etc, but that should be easy
to sort if it isn't already there.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Friday, June 6, 2014 5:54:18 PM UTC-6, Christopher Chen wrote:
I'm already no poo
I'm here to help!
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Fri, Jun 6, 2014 at 9:56 AM, allenmichael allenmich...@mac.com wrote:
David,
Thank you for the chart. Yes. The bike does measure 59cm from the center
of the crank to the *top* of the seat tube. I'll
Um, please pardon my ignorance, but I'm just curious. What's this pin as
opposed to Allen retention you speak of?
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It's the means of holding the brake pad in place after it's slid into
place. Either a cotter pin type deal, or an allen screw going into the slot
on the back side of the brake pad.
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9 and 10 speed work only with those chains. 1-8 works with a different
chain/link.
Sram links do *not* work on Shimano chains, but KMC links will work on
Shimano an obviously KMC. I don't know any more than that.
Glad the lead helped! I need to get some myself, and probably some MSOs!
Jenson
It's a good thing it's a size too big (by my fitting standards, anyway -- a
56.5 mm tt is just right for me), otherwise I'd be fretting about buying it.
One day
On Fri, Jun 6, 2014 at 10:56 AM, allenmichael allenmich...@mac.com wrote:
David,
Thank you for the chart. Yes. The bike does
1. I've used KMC, Wipperman/Connex, and SRAM masterlinks and chains and
have had no problems with any of them, though I change my chains at 2000
miles because they are worn out or close to it at that point.
2. The Connex had the easiest-to-use masterlink, the KMC the worst, but
I've never had
I have to say I'm amazed by how well Jan's Compass tires float over the
loose stuff and track better through it than I would have guessed based on
my experience with the wider Schwalbe Duremes. No doubt that simply reveals
my ignorance -- but I'm learning. Supple tires make a big difference in
So do your cr720s have pins in the holders? Mine came with short (road)
pads, and have the allen thing.
On Friday, June 6, 2014 5:31:40 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
It's the means of holding the brake pad in place after it's slid into
place. Either a cotter pin type deal, or an allen
Yes. My cr720's have pins rather than the allen thing. I suppose I could
replace the whole brake pad mount, but that seems silly. I'd rather gripe
here. Sardonic grin.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Friday, June 6, 2014 7:48:40 PM UTC-6, ted wrote:
So do your cr720s have pins in the holders? Mine
I've always heard that that you should go for a lower standover on a
tandem, which infers more seatpost showing. How un-Rivendell! ;)
Any Rivendellian would look at my tandem and say it doesn't fit you, and
they'd probably be right. But what the heck, it's the tandem I have, 350mm
seat posts
Oh darn.. I wish I was not so tall!! just curious what did not work for
you. I am dying to try this bike. I am not going to be doing any racing or
centuries, I want to be comfortable and keep up with a bunch of pleasure
riders that clip along at a decent speed, too quick for my present
Well if you prefer to gripe, by all means stick with that. Were I you though,
I'd buy the Yokozuna road shoes when the current pads wear out.
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I think replacing 4 pads helped the learning curve significantly. Here's
Yokozuna's version of what I have. Enlarge the photo and you can see the
pin. Are the road shoes interchangeable?
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I have boscos on an old bridgestone mixte I found in the back of an auto
repair shop for $100. I call it my Traders bike. I had some Nitto Elysees
from Compass Cycles on it, but I couldn't get it comfortable. Once I put
the Boscos on it, I find myself choosing it over my custom Riv sometimes
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