Yes. My 57cm Waterford Hilsen. There's another bike in the basement but
you'd never know it. It's fast, capable, and fun.
On Jul 5, 2013 10:01 AM, Evan Spacht evan.spa...@gmail.com wrote:
my one bike: 47cm Toyo A.Homer Hilsen
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Wald basket on a marks rack in the front, with a modified Timbuk2 bag with
clips to secure to the basket.
Nitto r14 in the back, with a large saddlesack zip tied with 1/2 wide
ties.
Rides great. Fenders keep the bags nice and clean.
NASA mission patches on the bags because.
On Jul 5, 2013 7:13
Just ask yourself: What would Manny do?
On Jul 6, 2013 12:43 PM, Evan Spacht evan.spa...@gmail.com wrote:
Thought I'd poke around for a used bag.
The green hats are outta stock, but no biggy!
I'm riding a 47cm Homer. there's only about 6 inches between the saddle
loops and the rack, but the
Manny Principle – according to Smitty:
“Mere uncertainty and tardy-ness are not sufficient reasons to abandon an
adventure. Unless danger is imminent, the adventure must move forward.”
That's what I'm talking about!
On Jul 6, 2013 9:29 PM, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote:
I did a more
Pam:
You might call these shops. They are country-bike-friendly. If they can't
rent you a bike, they might at least steer you to the best bike rental
place among the many out there.
American Cyclery, 510 Frederick St, (415) 664-4545
Citizen Chain, 2064 Powell St, (415) 796-2925
Box Dog
my kids have loved front yard and back yard sleep outs since they were babies.
my son and i did a three mile backpack hike to camp out in a friends back yard.
chili on the campstove for dinner. oatmeal and coffee for breakfast, and then
another hike home. the point is that an s24o is a
I am pretty sure the early/first run frames didn't have a bunch of the lugs
painted in.
On Saturday, July 6, 2013 7:47:44 PM UTC-4, LeahFoy wrote:
In browsing some Flickr photos, I noticed that some other Betty owners'
frames that are painted in the stock color do not have the hearts in the
By way of the magnitude of units produced and the entire car, drivetrain
included, being (mostly) unique and produced by the same company seems to
give them quite an edge in reliability and durability.
My car is plan C in my line up at best, but my expectation of being able
to undertake a
Nice photos and lovely spot. I particularly like the last shot. (-:
On Saturday, July 6, 2013 9:07:17 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote:
This mornings ride has been in my head for a LONG time, and the last week
saw all the parts come together.
Bike by Rivendell
Caldera Keg by Trail Designs via Ocean
If living temporarily 2 years someplace, yes, probably, if I was involved
with work and it was a boring location.
I'm established in a town I moved to about three years ago with a nice mix
of terrain, road surfaces (and qualities) and my Saluki could definitely do
all the things I want it to
Hey All: I'm going back to my original Cantilever Fork (long story) and
need a Mini front rack. I'd trade a Marks rack for a Mini or purchase
someone's Mini.
Thanks.
John
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I tried and only really could get to seven; any more than than and I'm
really just adding bikes for the sake of it, not really out of desire.
1. Quickbeam fixed gear commuter, done.
2. Allrounder/Touring/Rough stuff, currently being accomplished very well
with an Long Haul Trucker, but maybe
That looks like great good fun. I hope the photos from our upcoming July
27 Socal / Norcal adventure are as stunning. We'll have the ocean but
fewer trees that are a lot smaller.
One time when our route became misplaced, the discussion turned to
back-tracking. One of my touring buds
Thanks for the tips. This is most helpful. I'll see what I rent. By the
way, what do you ride? I ride a Betty Foy. She's great!
On Sunday, July 7, 2013 3:32:26 AM UTC-4, Evan wrote:
Pam:
You might call these shops. They are country-bike-friendly. If they can't
rent you a bike, they
Can't you still mount a Mark's rack on the fork that uses cantis? You need a
bolt of some kind to go through the hole in the crown so it can hold the
mounting bracket of the Mark's rack.
Rivendell used to sell these bolts that fit nicely in crown holes and when
installed, a couple inches of
Went out for a short ramble South of Del Mar through Torrey Pines reserve
and just happened to run into another Hilsen on my way back, Curtis and his
67cm Homer. I recall Curtis joining the bunch inquiring about San Diego
mixed terrain rides as he had just acquired his Rivendell. What are the
Hey, forgot to ask: last weekend I parked my red saluki with wood fenders
next to a big orange ram. The ram was gone when I came back, so its rider
must've seen my little saluki. Give a holler if your on the list!
RCW
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Wasn't me.
But if I saw any Rivendell, I would have left a note on their bike, that's
how rare sightings are in Maryland.
BTW, do you have any pics of your new set up with the upright bars?
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I recently made the swich to Albatross bars from Noodles. For me this was
a big improvement in the comfort category; meaning better endurance, and
therefore, going a more consistant pace. Not only did the Albatross improve
steering and leverage, but the rounded part up front is perfect
My commute takes exactly the same time (50-55 minutes) an Albas as it did
when I was on drops. At almost an hour for ~12 miles, my speed is
determined more by how hit traffic lights and similar obstacles than by
actual biking speed.
The biggest changes to my commuting times were:
1. When I
Had I a pen and paper, I would've most certainly left a note! And yes,
I'll post a shot of the new set up.
On Sunday, July 7, 2013 1:02:46 PM UTC-5, Liesl wrote:
Hey, forgot to ask: last weekend I parked my red saluki with wood fenders
next to a big orange ram. The ram was gone when I
I got as far as 9 the other day, but then I realized that I, as everyone
else, most definitely needs a Pugsley.
But I have to say that I've got the main bases covered, so that my bicycle
surfeit quotient is at least 85%.
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Sorry but the title just made me imagine Prince was singing saluki instead
of corvette
On Sunday, July 7, 2013 2:02:46 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote:
Hey, forgot to ask: last weekend I parked my red saluki with wood fenders
next to a big orange ram. The ram was gone when I came back, so its rider
What a sweet little red Riv!
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Liesl: Forgive me if I spaced out the relevant discussion, but what did you
end up with for your custom? Would like to hear details (mostly of how it
rides) and see photos.
Thanks.
Patrick Moore, riding the same old same old (Rivendells and Fargo) in ABQ,
NM
On Sun, Jul 7, 2013 at 2:21 PM,
medium wald basket zip-tied newbaum'd to a Nitto Mark's Rack. Grab-Sack
usually resides in there.
Nitto 'top rack' R-14 in the rear, waiting for a large sackville.
On Friday, July 5, 2013 7:13:07 AM UTC-7, NWAJack wrote:
So a while back there was a RR article about what they were carrying
Looks great! I have Boscos on my 50 cm Homer and I find myself often grabbing
the bar near the brake levers instead of the grips. What's your favorite hand
position with the Boscos?
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Split finger grab (Vulcan-like) right around the brake lever clamp.
On Jul 7, 2013, at 1:41 PM, Crazy4Suki wrote:
Looks great! I have Boscos on my 50 cm Homer and I find myself often grabbing
the bar near the brake levers instead of the grips. What's your favorite hand
position with the
I could do it if I had the space...
Bikes I still have:
1) AHH with boscos for most of my recreational riding and light commuting
(small saddlesack)
2) Betty Foy with albas and racks for commuting
3) Quickbeam for quick errands (carradice bag)
4) Bridgesone RB-1 to ride with my roadie friends
5)
Fav grip position on Boscos: all of 'em! With the ergons , it is
impossibly nice sitting upright. I used the short ones designed for twist
shifters; they sit perfectly abaft the brake levers and leave plenty of
room 'fore. I will say, though, that I have wee hands. Ditto next on the
Albatross bars are slower than drops if same power is applied and you are in
the drops.
The aero dynamics going from brake hoods down to drops is over one mph
advantage by itself.
Of course you could mount your albas low enough and run a stem long enough to
achieve the same aerodynamics then
Note that bending at the hips more also brings into play additional
muscles; I can feel a slight increase in power, independently of aero (I
feel it even a lowish speeds) when I go into the hooks or shove back and
grab the hoods or ramps with bent elbows. So there are two speed benefits
for a
Yes. I ride slower on albatross bars because I ride the bike that I have albas
when I am not in a hurry. I can go just as fast when i have to: running late
to catch my commute train, for example.
Cheers
Jason Leach
SF, CA
On Jul 7, 2013, at 11:43 AM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote:
Only if you count my wife's bikes
I'm having problems with 4
68 RAM go fast / event bike w/700x30's
67 AHH Photo / Everything w/700x37's
64 Bombadil - self contained touring / slow meanders around town
I never really know what bike of the 3 above ill ride on a given day. Nice
problem
I'll buy that Mark's if you are looking for relocation.
-Justin
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Lil loafer in front, Carradice Pendle in rear, all I need for around town.
I walk to the grocery stores, one of the upshots of not living in the
burbs.
On Jul 7, 2013 4:40 PM, Evan Spacht evan.spa...@gmail.com wrote:
medium wald basket zip-tied newbaum'd to a Nitto Mark's Rack. Grab-Sack
Great write up, Brian. What a fine part of the country to ride... and looks
like nice company, too.
shoji
On Sunday, July 7, 2013 12:38:00 PM UTC-4, dougP wrote:
That looks like great good fun. I hope the photos from our upcoming July
27 Socal / Norcal adventure are as stunning. We'll
Of course, even with cars, there is the concept of the winter beater. A
northern concept for sure.
Of course, if forced, could go to one bike. But then I wouldn't have
anything to tinker on! As I've said before, it's like guitars. Sure,
could have only one, but having more makes it easier to
On SimpleOne either a Caradice Barley or Nelson Longflap with Nitto grip.
Sam Hillborne has either a Sackville Small or Medium depending on mood.
Most of the time small. Until the clanking of the buckle on the rack
starts to become bothersome.
Eric Platt
St. Paul, MN
On Sun, Jul 7, 2013 at 5:43
I will write something up when I finally get the Roadeo built up. I've had
a few other bike projects to do for our kid and his friend first, but once
I get the cash for some wheels I should be good to go.
I don't think I can do 10 bikes for me, but in my family I think I could
now that I
Yes, I feel a bit slower vs drops or even flat bars, but I'm much more upright,
and comfortable, and having more fun, so who cares.
Pete in CT
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Doing it with my 58cm 650b Hilsen, tour bike, daily ride et al. Though I
have plans...
~Hugh
On Friday, July 5, 2013 1:40:54 PM UTC-7, Garth wrote:
Truth be told you only have One bike ... ever. It resides within
you, not outside of you ;)
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So while I wait for my new HIllborne I decided to get started on a new long
term project. The plan is to make it my lighter, faster road bike. The
seatpost, stem, saddle and BB are all coming shortly. I just finished the
framesaving portion and installed the headset and fork.
Exactly, I could ride a funny bike with huge TT bars if I just wanted to go
fast. I would rather be comfortable.
On Jul 7, 2013 8:38 PM, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote:
Yes, I feel a bit slower vs drops or even flat bars, but I'm much more
upright, and comfortable, and having more fun,
No, I think my experience is similar to Jay's, a few minutes here or there.
But I also don't ride for speed. Bob (Indianapolis)
On Sun, Jul 7, 2013 at 10:51 PM, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.comwrote:
Exactly, I could ride a funny bike with huge TT bars if I just wanted to
go fast. I
I am with Deacon Patrick. The Hunqapillar is a marvel, and a do-it-all
bicycle for me.Bob (Indianapolis)
On Sun, Jul 7, 2013 at 9:26 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote:
Doing it with my 58cm 650b Hilsen, tour bike, daily ride et al. Though I
have plans...
~Hugh
On Friday, July 5,
Justin:
Sure, I'll gladly sell the mark's rack. You should know the struts are cut to
fit a 60 frame. Any larger and they may not fit. Just let me know what the
rack is worth to you.
Thanks, John.
On Jul 7, 2013, at 3:28 PM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote:
I'll buy that Mark's if you are
Looks like a beautiful hackberry, always sad to see the ancestors fall.Bob
(Indianapolis)
On Sun, Jul 7, 2013 at 4:16 PM, Liesl li...@smm.org wrote:
Here's my 50 cm Saluki with 55 Boscos, a 13cm Tallux stem, shimano MTB
silver levers, and ergon grips. Will add brown Newbaum tape and and
Nitto Mark's rack on the rear which supports my Nelson Longflap.
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What kind of shoes are your sporting there, sir? They look comfortable for
on and off bike applications.
On Saturday, July 6, 2013 9:07:17 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote:
This mornings ride has been in my head for a LONG time, and the last week
saw all the parts come together.
Bike by Rivendell
Wow. Great idea, great pictures, great cafe. And apparently it had
Internet, too ;)
On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:07 AM, jinxed hbcl...@yahoo.com wrote:
This mornings ride has been in my head for a LONG time, and the last week
saw all the parts come together.
Bike by Rivendell
Caldera Keg by
I do, but they are really high and that's why I like my Albas so much. When
I want to ride hard I ride the bike with noodles set slightly lower than my
saddle.
- Ryan
On Sunday, July 7, 2013 11:43:35 AM UTC-7, Michael wrote:
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I have an alternative cockpit if anyone wants to come take it off my hands
in Seattle. Salsa Woodchippers, Original Ram Stem maybe (not nitto), Tektro
Levers $30?
- Ryan
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I am well 10 bikes now, and even though I've been a huge Rivendell bike fan
with several in the collection, I am still somewhat shocked to learn this past
year that, in a practical sense, I could give them up and do everything on the
700x55 Hunqapillar. That bike is outstanding. I won't, but
So I recently bought this beautiful Rambouillet from member Steve. And
after a funny receiving it a funny thing happened. I took the frame down to
the basement placed next to the other bikes, other frames, other wheelsets
and other bike related stuff. Then I took a good look at everything, I
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