[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet - 54cm - $1,300 + shipping CONUS

Yeah. It just depends on the tire. Gravelking sk 38s are too tight by the width of the knobs. I imagine certain smoother 38’s could fit. 35’s would fit no problem. And I’ve put fenders on with my 32 paselas in the past and everything fit. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet - 54cm - $1,300 + shipping CONUS

Chad, standover is 79.1 according to the chart. -- 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: Protovelo complete or frameset

That's a cool/interesting bikeand the complete price is a steal! Thankfully it's not my size ;-) Alex in Rochester > -- 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] Re: Clem Accessories

The clemasack has been officially sold and heading back East. On Monday, March 11, 2019 at 4:42:51 AM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: > > Good Morning, Forum and all the Clem folks out there, >I'm offering for sale as one package my Riv Bosco basket and Olive > Sackviille Clemasack. I purchased

[RBW] Re: F.S 56 cm. Simpleone

With nearly 250 viewers, I'm going to reduce my price to #1300.00 net with buyer covering packing by my LBS and Bike Flights shipping. Please DM me with questions. Steve On Friday, March 8, 2019 at 3:54:39 AM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > I'm offering for sale my 56 cm. Simpleone

[RBW] WTB: 51cm Joe Appaloosa, preferably that mustard color

Howdy folks. Anybody have one of these collecting dust, sad and neglected in a corner? My preference would probably the complete stock build, but I would consider anything not super fancy (unless of course super fancy is selling for a similar price to ordinary ;^) I REALLY want to try the

[RBW] Any reviews or ride reports for the new MIT Atlantis?

Do all sizes the the extra curved top tube below the main top tube? Only reason I'm asking is b/c I see some pic's of a 53 that only has one top tube & I was wondering if that was the previous version of the Atlantis. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Any reviews or ride reports for the new MIT Atlantis?

I'll have a 53 MIT Atlantis here next week. Only the big ones - I think 59 and 61cm - get what they call a rainbow tube. -- 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] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

https://prima-coffee.com/learn/article/grinder-basics/burr-grinder-basics/31830 On Thu, Mar 14, 2019 at 11:40 AM Patrick Moore wrote:... This place says no burr grinder under $100 is any good (I take it Harios > are exceptions to this rule). Is this rule right? > > -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Conical burr grinders are your friend. This is the one I use daily: https://www.amazon.com/Baratza-Encore-Conical-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B007F183LK/ref=zg_bs_14092821_4/140-2207164-7992160?_encoding=UTF8=1=A2DM02FNTSFEYG6CE5R9 Also, I would never suggest buying in bulk or freezing. Buy fresh in

[RBW] Re: MIT Atlantis with drops?

That's so pretty, Lynn! -- 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, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: MIT Atlantis with drops?

Lynn, that’s a nice looking Atlantis if I do say so myself! What length stem are you running? And where in the world did you get an Atlantis fork with the crown-top mounts? I love my Atlantis, but the one thing I’d change about it would be to put on a fork with those mounts. Cheers, ~Mark

[RBW] Re: Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

I've seen some good stuff recently from Now You're Finished!, located in Seattle. Also, Riv's MUSA frames are/were (?) painted by D Painting. I think Riv has some repainting info on their website, too. Darin On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 9:18:30 AM UTC-7, Kieran J wrote: > > I've stripped

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Thanks, Pancake and Mark! Pancake-- the fenders are SKS S-board (front) and S-blade (rear). Mark-- the bars are flipped Albatrosses. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

Re: [RBW] Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

Thanks Eric! DeKerf sounds like a decent option. A local-ish option in CAD$ is obviously a big plus. D also sounds good and very reasonable, especially considering his extensive Riv history. Does Rick also do any repair work (?). Seem like maybe not. It would be ideal to send it to one place

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Thanks, Sean. That looks inviting, but it's quite a bit larger than I need (or that would be easy to store in my small coffee/tea cabinet). Is there a conical burr grinder that is smaller and suitable for no more than 3 cups of coffee, which I gather means about 1-2 oz of grounds? Does anyone

[RBW] Re: MIT Atlantis with drops?

It's a 53cm MUSA, so a slightly shorter wheelbase, but mine has been great with drop bars. I'm not particularly confident on gravel (I have some vision problems) and this is the best of any bike I've ridden on local crushed stone trails. It took a bit to get everything dialed in, but that was

[RBW] Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

I've stripped down my very grimy orange Rambouillet for a post-winter makeover. Another frame I bought recently that arrived in near pristine condition really highlighted how tired looking the Ram is. It has collected many chips and scratches. It also has some light damage in the form of chain

[RBW] Re: Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

D is Rick Stefani who you can email here: stefanirick yahoo com But he's more of a phone guy: 510 278 2976 -- 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] Crust Towel Rack Drops on Your Riv? Which stem are you using?

I'm looking at trying the Crust Towel Rack drops on my Hunqapillar, but I'm not sure which stem to choose. The 8cm Dirt Drop stem seems to have about the same reach as the 7cm Tallux, but I'm suspicious that I'm going to need something a bit closer? Maybe??? So, I'd like to hear if anyone

[RBW] Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Newby questions. I buy beans in bulk, freeze, and grind at need. I prefer (convenience, results) a Melita filter, and thus grind very fine -- this seems (experience) to give best flavor. Now: I use a blade grinder. After 20 seconds, the resulting very fine meal seems quite uniform (an I don't

[RBW] Turn Around, Don't Drown

By now most, or at least many have seen the video of GP riding through water on Mt. Diablo. Perhaps this one deserves more attention. https://www.weather.gov/safety/tadd-music-video -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

I keep a hand crank on hand for emergencies. This is the one I use: https://www.amazon.com/JavaPresse-Grinder-Conical-Brushed-Stainless/dp/B013R3Q7B2/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_79_bs_t_1?_encoding=UTF8=1=8CRZM5VX6DXTT22K7ZB3 They're mostly ceramic, so not as sturdy as steel. It will take about 5 mins to

Re: [RBW] Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

When I was exploring getting my Gilles Bertrand (frame by Marinoni), I asked around and the 2 that ranked bery highly were dekerf and Toxik Design, both in Richmond BC. Saw some of their work and seemed fine EricF Currently Ottawa Ont -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: FS - Velocity Atlas 650B rims 40 hole

> > No longer for sale. Found a great deal on an NOS 40 hole Shimano Tandem > HF front hub ($36 shipped) and Sturmey Archer 40 hole 3 speeds are fairly > common. These are going on my Rosco Baby rail bike. > Laing Cocoa FL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

We love our Lido 2. It is easily set to grind everything from a course grind to espresso and everything between. Engineered and built to last a lifetime. http://www.oehandgrinders.com/OE-LIDO-2-Manual-Coffee-Grinder_p_14.html I can’t speak to how to store coffee as I roast our and we brew it

Re: [RBW] Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

Totally. Noah/Suzanne repainted my wife's city bike with one of their "one colour special" deals, which doesn't include any deluxe finishing steps or repairs, for CAD$325. THAT is a good deal but best suited to a new frame or one that can just be stripped and sprayed. The paint was indeed

Re: [RBW] Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

Noah's work is gorgeous, but a paint job from anybody like that (Joe Bell, etc.) IS a small fortune. Check out Allan Wanta: http://www.wantaframes.com/. He isn't west coast any more, but he has a lot of experience with complicated, factory replica paint jobs and better than average pricing.

[RBW] PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

Hey Folks, Just noticed a Riv All Rounder for sale on the Pros Closet today. Size 57. Way too big for me but maybe it'll work for someone here... https://www.theproscloset.com/products/rivendell-all-rounder-57cm-bike-1999 Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

What All-Rounder. Nothing to see here Thanks, Matt On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 2:06:10 PM UTC-5, Alan H wrote: > > Hey Folks, > > Just noticed a Riv All Rounder for sale on the Pros Closet today. Size 57. > Way too big for me but maybe it'll work for someone here... > >

[RBW] Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Don’t freeze your beans. Buy them regularly, and keep them in the cupboard in the roll top bag they came in. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Hi Patrick, If you're going to grind a lot of beans, then an Encore Baratza is your best bet. You can buy refurbished ones from their website just under $100. I highly recommend staying away from any ceramic burr grinders like the Hario or Porlex. I've had both and they don't compare to more

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Also to answer your other topics of interest. Storing: I use amber mason jars. Nothing fancy really needed. Most coffee will last for quite some time. Like Patrick, I also roast small batches and consume them rather quickly between my wife and I Brewing: I really like the Hario V60. It gives

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

I have the Bodum burr grinder because I found it on sale. It's not the best, but it works. A couple drops of water on the beans before grinding will cut the static. I have a cheap ceramic burr hand grinder for when I travel. Agreed with all here - buy fresh roasted (or roast yourself) and keep it

[RBW] Why do Riv mixtes have 70 Degree HT angles?

Hello all. I noticed that all the Riv mixtes from the current Cheviots all the way to the original Glorious/Wilbury models all have 70-degree HT angles no matter the size...all other Rivs models are usually 71-72.5 degrees. Just curious on why so? -- You received this message because you

[RBW] FS: Barcons, Thomson, Tubus Tara

Cross-post from the i-BOB list: After Sunday's amazing Seattle bike swap, and the subsequent swapping of new parts for old the following morning, I've a few more parts to move along: 1) Thomson Elite Stem - 120mm - 26.0 Clamp - -10 degree - $30 shipped CONUS --In great shape, just too long for

[RBW] Snowshoe LCG!

In which post-blizzard snow is deep and dense, and I’m dense enough to haul my bike through it for miles so I can ride it for miles. Grin. https://deaconpatrick.org/new-colorado-meet-old-colorado With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org www.CatholicHalos.org www.DeaconPatrick.org --

[RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

Wow, that was quick! On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 12:33:10 PM UTC-7, Matt Beecher wrote: > > What All-Rounder. Nothing to see here > > Thanks, > Matt > > On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 2:06:10 PM UTC-5, Alan H wrote: >> >> Hey Folks, >> >> Just noticed a Riv All Rounder for sale on the

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Rosco Bubbe - Bronze

What's the seattube center-to-top? The very top of the tube is the number I seek, not where the toptube intersects. -- 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] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

I use a Vario, my wife uses a melita filter system for convenience. I had a Kalita and enjoyed it but the availability of filters at the time (8-10 years ago) was rough. Baratza grinders are serviceable and I recently replaced an adjustment ring on mine that was broke. I’ve had the motor

[RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

$1695 or something like that for a nicely built complete. I've seen a lot of The Pros Closet listings on eBay and they seem to range from weird-ridiculous pricing, but this one seemed about right. Darin On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 1:57:31 PM UTC-7, sameness wrote: > > Indeed, inquiring

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

To cut the static you just knock the receiving cup a few times. Cabinet, counter or knuckle works -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

That is old skool Riv there, tripleized Mavic crank, non-aero brake levers, friction shifting long cage Simplex rear derailleur... What a great color, my '99 Joex2 RRS is the same color. Congrats, Matt! Doug On Thu, Mar 14, 2019 at 12:33 PM Matt Beecher wrote: > What All-Rounder. Nothing to

[RBW] Re: Why do Riv mixtes have 70 Degree HT angles?

Hi Jeremy, I checked the Riv geometry chart: Clem L has HT angle 71 or 71.5. The front center for Cheviot and Clem L of comparable size are very close. Shoji Arlington MA On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 3:15:56 PM UTC-4, Jeremy Till wrote: > > I've also noticed that myself and have wondered

[RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

Indeed, inquiring minds. It's a hair too small for me, but it's the perfect color and build, so I'm curious how much I saved today. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 12:55:49 PM UTC-7, Dave Grossman wrote: > > How much was it going for? > -- You received this

[RBW] Why do Riv mixtes have 70 Degree HT angles?

I've also noticed that myself and have wondered about it. I'm not sure of GP's original design intention but my guess is that the consistency comes from the fact that the Rivendell mixtes are the only lugged mixtes in production, and thus their lugs are the only ones available. The upper head

[RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

Did you get it Matt? How much was it going for? I just bought some wheels from TPC last week. They seem like they know their stuff.. Packed those suckers perfectly. On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 2:51:44 PM UTC-5, Alan H wrote: > > Wow, that was quick! > > On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

You can buy certified refurbished grinders direct from Baratza . I own a B-stock Virtuoso which sees about two pounds of coffee go through it every week. I make coffee about three different ways depending on my mood, and once you dial in the

[RBW] Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

I use a Hario hand crank burr grinder with chemex for pour over... well, I ‘did’ use the hand crank for a couple years until our son was born and started losing that extra time in the mornings and have since been cheating with pre-ground beans for the most part. I enjoyed the process and

Re: [RBW] Snowshoe LCG!

Wonderful. I wish we'd gotten some of your snow -- and you keep the wind; but all we got 400 miles south was wind and rain. How far did you go? Of that total, how many miles riding and how many miles plugging away on foot? Interesting that the self reliance cultures should be so different in

Re: [RBW] Snowshoe LCG!

Patrick, the beautiful thing about snow is it adventure per inch increases exponentially by how wet and deep the snow is. This stuff was a ratio of 1:10, so every mile took the effort of ten on a clear summer day. This is a highly honed and scientific ratio. Wink. Grin. For comparison, were it

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

In case anyone is daft enough to want to try roasting your own, I recommend the free way to test if you want to do it more than five times (well, free except for buying green beans): a cast iron skillet or dutch oven (high walls make for a bit more even roasting) on medium flame/heat, stir

[RBW] Re: WTB: Surly 8-Pack Rack

The rack has been acquired. Thanks all! On Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at 5:55:53 PM UTC-8, Collin A wrote: > > The one and only bump, still looking... > > On Friday, February 1, 2019 at 12:53:29 PM UTC-8, Collin A wrote: >> >> Howdy folks, >> >> I'm looking to pickup an 8-pack rack to throw onto my

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Thanks, all -- some very interesting information to mull over with my next cup of coffee. I'll first try very slightly dampening the frozen beans before I pulverize with my blade grinder, but I am very tempted to try a Hario... On Thu, Mar 14, 2019 at 11:40 AM Patrick Moore wrote: > Newby

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

+1, with the qualification that if you want to test if hand grinding is something you prefer, $25 entry fee is ten times less than the Lido 2. However, the grind and the grinding experience of the Lido is Rivendellian while the Hario or Porlex are Public or similar. Why grind instead of blade?

[RBW] Re: Brown Brooks Professional Saddle

For the sake of clarification; this saddle has the smaller silver rivets and not the hammered copper rivets. Also, I'll drop the price to $75.00 shipped CONUS. On Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 6:10:58 AM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > Hello Forum. I'm offering for sale this saddle which I

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Aye, Todd. Solid tools are always a pleasure, and always less expensive in the long run. Good to hear your Pharos is going strong after a decade. I think we’re three years into our Lido 2? However long they’ve been out is how long we’ve had ours. Grinds daily for a family of 6 and works like

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Interesting. How do you shake the roaster and hold the thermometer secure? I’ve been surprised how consistant I get it just by sight (color, dull/velvety/oily), sound (crack), smell, smoke volume, even feel of the shake. Grin. Roasting by feel, kinda like riding by feel (instead of using a

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

I've been through $50 Cuisinart burr grinders every 3 years for the past 9. This time I upgraded to a Capresso 565, which grinds Slow. The product comes in perfect uniform grains, no matter how tiny, and zero dust. Even grind size eliminates bitterness, and best part is the uniform coarser

[RBW] Re: Snowshoe LCG!

what an adventure! Couldn't agree more about the old and the new. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 3:39:30 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In which post-blizzard snow is deep and dense, and I’m dense enough to > haul my bike through it for miles so I can ride it

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

More data to process! (Weird machine metaphor, that!) I've been drinking coffee since circa 1968*, but apparently there is a rabbit hole analogous to that which appears to someone who has for years ridden his Electra Townie when faced with the esoterica of planing, long chainstays, and super

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

+1 Actually +2 This is a case of the solution to your problem is to stop causing the problem in the first place. People who know how to store coffee recommend against freezing http://www.ncausa.org/about-coffee/how-to-store-coffee Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at

[RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

Happy for who ever got it! It seemed like a reasonable price. Little too small for me too. Christian Berkeley, CA On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 2:10:39 PM UTC-7, DarinM wrote: > > $1695 or something like that for a nicely built complete. I've seen a lot > of The Pros Closet listings on eBay

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Solid suggestion Patrick. I have a Zen Roast myself. I couple mine with a temperature thermometer gun just to try to achieve as much consistency as possible. On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 6:00:20 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In case anyone is daft enough to want to try roasting your

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Deacon- so cool to happen across the orphan espresso / Rivendell overlap here. I have been using an orphan espresso first generation Pharos grinder for over 10 years. That coupled with a mid 1980s elektra micro casa e Leva manual espresso machine, bought from and restored by orphan, has been

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Ah - the slow grind eliminates the static build-up! That's my problem I'll bet - too fast. I will bookmark this concept. On Thu, Mar 14, 2019 at 7:51 PM Ron Mc wrote: > > I've been through $50 Cuisinart burr grinders every 3 years for the past 9. > This time I upgraded to a Capresso 565, which

[RBW] Crust Towel Rack Drops on Your Riv? Which stem are you using?

Analog “(w)right” stem? No reach or 30mm reach. 26.0 or 31.8 clamp. I actually have a zero reach 26.0 and original version of the Crust towel rack/leather bar I plan to try on my Clem but life has knocked that project down a few pegs on the priority list. Someone here also just recently

Re: [RBW] Re: What’s your winter (re)build?

Just minor improvements, both involving handlbars: 1. Swapped out the sold-to-me-as-42s VO Course bar -- very nice but felt a bit wide, especially in the hooks -- for an appealingly priced Compass/Herse Maes Parallel, also sold-to-me-as-a-42 but 2 cm narrower at the outside center of the bends;

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

I use a vintage hand crank Zassenhaus. I’ve used it daily for close to 15 years and it was probably 30 years old when I bought it. For comparison I also have an Olympia burr grinder which is a scaled down commercial quality grinder. I can give a dozen reasons to choose a manual grinder.

[RBW] WTB: rivendell for 77pbh (complete or frame)

Hello, I have been lurking this forum for a while and am interested in seeing if there is anyone out there thinking of selling their Rivendell. My pbh is 77 and I would be looking for an Atlantis, Clem L, Cheviot or Sam Hillborne. I am currently riding a 60cm Cheviot that I scored for a sweet

[RBW] Two Bicycle Belles in NV—2nd Annual Visit

Oh my word, did we have fun. Do you know how refreshing it is to have coffee with someone who knows and loves Rivendell? I feel like it’s just me out here in NV, so you might imagine how I look forward to Roberta’s visits. Two Bicycle Belles (who were dingalings for not taking nearly enough

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Mark's Hub Area Rack with Hoop (MF2)

Hi all. I’m looking for Mark’s Hub Area Rack with the hoop. https://www.rivbike.com/collections/racks/products/nitto-marks-hub-area-rack-with-hoop-mf2-20236 I've installed but have yet to test the version without hoop. It's the most elegant production low rider I've laid eyes on but with only

[RBW] Two Bicycle Belles in NV—2nd Annual Visit

So happy you Rivendell loving ladies connected. More of this needs to happen. Interesting how something like a parallel bike appreciation reveals enormous overlapping values and interests. Just as you each are blessed and lucky to have a Riv, we are blessed to have you both on this list.