Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Someone else in this thread said why should it be one way or the other. There are many, many aspects of Riv bikes that I swear by - which is the reason I spend 3x the money (as compared to off-the-shelf choices I had considered) building one. Introducing discs doesn't make all the other

[RBW] French aluminium constructeur pre war bike in Friedrichshaven

i am in germany right now. the woman subletting my little green shack is an excellent human raising a couple of nice boys. she is scraping bicycle money together so they can cut car use and so the kids can she would be an extraordinary candidate candidate for a little boost.. i could kick a

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

Velo Boreange?! As Garth said, nitto S-84 seatpost is the way to go, shimmed. Not only does it have mega setback, but it'll add a lug to your lug hungry Clem. My Clem loves it's classy 84, and it's feathery steel! Might be cheap from Alex Cycles, but better bought from your guy in Walnut Creek.

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

+1 on the VO for lots of setback. It's pricey, but oh so shiny. On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 12:21:44 PM UTC-7, Austin B wrote: > > Velo Orange makes are large setback post with 30.2mm of setback: >

[RBW] Re: Riv is now flush with Silver Shifters

Yes, they are exactly the same thing except for aesthetics. The internals are identical On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 5:54:44 PM UTC-7, Jay Connolly wrote: > > I have a set of Dia Compe Grand Compes. Are these basically the same thing? > > Jay > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Riv is now flush with Silver Shifters

I have a set of Dia Compe Grand Compes. Are these basically the same thing? Jay -- 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] Riv is now flush with Silver Shifters

Silver Shifters were supposedly being phased out, because supposedly Dia Compe told Riv that the mold was shot. Riv had a Silver 2 design going, but then that mysteriously hit a hiccup of some kind. Now, lo and behold, Riv is up to their eyeballs in original Silver Shifters. Vendor-drama and

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Chauncey builds great bikes, but he doesn't build bikes that handle like Rivendells, and I'm not sure another builder to do so would be that easy to find, and certainly not at Chauncey's prices. I must say though that my hankering for a Hunq is a very light or modest hankering; I'm very happy

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Lol. The defect. Hahaha. I think your point of view is a little fiddly. You have a Matthews, which is a custom builder of frames. So presumably you could have built whatever type of bike you wanted which would have the ride characteristic you seek. You could have told Matthews I want a single top

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Canti brakes are not going away anytime soon. Of course "the industry" is pushing them because that is their business, to sell stuff and for no other reason. (Don't get me started on how the cassette wheel system is supposedly so superior to the fw system. ahahahahahaa!, and save the

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm A. Homer Hilsen f/f/h

Bump and price drop to $950 (plus shipping via BikeFlights). I’ve had a number of questions regarding the frame, so I figured I’d answer some of them here. Besides the threadless setup, 130mm rear spacing, and color, there’s nothing else unusual about this AHH. Same tubing, geometry, etc. I

[RBW] Re: FS: 68 cm Quickbeam $1275

It's the best bike, and if this had been a frame and fork I would've snapped it up as a spare (yes, I need a spare, it's complicated..) Enjoy the roll! -Kai BK NY On Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 11:20:30 PM UTC-4, Birdman wrote: > > I am beyond thrilled to be the next steward of this amazing

[RBW] Re: New bike--Joe Appaloosa

That's a great looking Joe. And very practical too! On Monday, 26 June 2017 11:44:41 UTC-7, REC wrote: > > This is such a great group and all your enthusiasm and niceness has made > me even happier. > > Here is my Appaloosa today. Last month, I added fenders, a rack, and > three water

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 68 cm Quickbeam $1275

Good for you. I thought about it hard, but ultimately decided that I needed the money for other things. On Sat, Jun 24, 2017 at 10:20 PM, Birdman wrote: > I am beyond thrilled to be the next steward of this amazing bicycle. Many > thanks to Al and this group. > > Isaac > > --

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 12:16:46 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Jay Connolly prophesied what will happen if Rivendell doesn't make a > disc-brake single bike. > > I've prophesied that Rivendell is not going to make a disc-brake single > bike. > > *BUT*if they did decide to make

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts Bin Purge

Thanks everyone! Here's what's left. *Racks* Nitto R10 rear rack - Like new condition - $70 *Wheels* 650b Wheelset - 36H / 135 spacing Velocity Synergy rims with Shimano Deore hubs - Low, low milage - $175 (PENDING) Tires - Take the 650b bunch all together for $75 shipped. Fatty Rumpkin

Re: [RBW] You meet the nicest people on a Rivendell!

Aw shucks, guys, ya make me feel so *embarrassed *(shuffle shuffle, messing the dirt with my toe). I've agreed to pass the favor on, so if any of youse are at Sprouts and next to me in line, just give me a shout. Seriously, if any of youse know of someone who needs something and can't afford it,

[RBW] You meet the nicest people on a Rivendell!

Couldn't have happened to a nicer guy! -- 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

[RBW] Re: What 'fast' tires for Rivendell Atlantis?

Stock up:

[RBW] You meet the nicest people on a Rivendell!

Rode to Sprouts today on the '03, wheeled the bike thru the aisles, gathered my groceries, took them to the checkout, dumped them on the belt, and discovered I'd left my wallet at home -- something that happens more often than I like, alas. Nice woman ahead of me said: "That's all right; I'll pay

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

The defect of this point of view is that one would not be able to get a bike that handles and fits and feels like a Rivendell, but that has disc brakes, short of taking your Hunq or Atlantis to a local builder. I'd swap my Matthews, as much as I like it, for a disc-brake Hunq! (But single top

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Andy: I take it that you are riding no-retention? Aside: interesting: I used MKS RX-1 track pedals on my gofast for a while, with clips and straps and strap buttons (very useful little doodads), and excessively kool old skool Rivats with leather soles and 2-bolt slotted cleats. I found it quite

[RBW] Re: What 'fast' tires for Rivendell Atlantis?

I would agree that Thunder Burts are equally awesome, amazingly fast. Switched because saving them for the muddier days, and tail seasons when I generally do more off road vs. dirt road. Sadly, I heard that Schwalbe discontinued this model in the 26" size. On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 2:39:47

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

I think discs have been oversold in the bike market, and IME V brakes are ideal brakes if you want stopping power, wide tires, and ease of setup. But discs do have this advantage, that they allow you to use a very light rim -- practically tubular rim weight. The Velocity Blunt SS has a claimed

[RBW] Re: What 'fast' tires for Rivendell Atlantis?

If you've timed yourself under similar wind/fitness conditions, and the Atlantis is measurably (as opposed to psychosomatically) slower, I don't think switching out the RTP (except maybe for the EL version) will alter that outcome in any measurable sense worth the effort/expense. But if you

[RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

All very interesting comments. I see a Rivendell like I see a vintage volvo or vintage muscle car in regards to the enthusiast values the aesthetic of a different era of manufacture. This is why I would not expect Rivendell to change. They exist as a niche within the greater whole. If you want

Re: [RBW] Re: Perennial "Can you still get a Legolas?" question

Doesn't the Roadeo, at least in the non-huge sizes, use the same or similar 7-4-7 tubing? This came up recently ... Can anyone comment on handling and tire-acceptance differences? I'd like a Legolas just to have the nice name on the down tube! Much nicer than Roadeo, tho' "Roadeo" wouldn't stop

[RBW] seatpost/set back help

The shim advice is one way to go, or you can get a ti rail B17. I've recently had a couple bikes which didn't work with a standard B17, but swapping my ti rail in - it has longer rails - solved it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

Velo Orange makes are large setback post with 30.2mm of setback: http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/seatposts/vo-grand-cru-seat-post-long-setback-1668.html It's a 27.2 diameter so you'd still need the shim. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts Bin Purge

Thanks everyone! Here's what's left. *Racks* Nitto R10 rear rack - Like new condition - $70 *Wheels* 650b Wheelset - 36H / 135 spacing Velocity Synergy rims with Shimano Deore hubs - Low, low milage - $175 (PENDING) *Tires *- Take the 650b bunch all together for $75 shipped. Fatty Rumpkin

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Jay Connolly prophesied what will happen if Rivendell doesn't make a disc-brake single bike. I've prophesied that Rivendell is not going to make a disc-brake single bike. *BUT*if they did decide to make a test run of disc brake equipped bikes, what would you have them build? In my

[RBW] Re: Perennial "Can you still get a Legolas?" question

I believe $3000that is without a Joe Bell paint job but built by Mark Nobilette. Similar situation for Glorius and probably Wilbury. But I can't offer any opinion about Roadeo vs Legolas tubing except that riding them loaded is not recommended ; lighter tubing is used than on their other

[RBW] Re: Perennial "Can you still get a Legolas?" question

Yes you can still get a Legolas. I conversed with Mark Abele about it recently. At that time, Mark indicated to me that it would be build by Nobillette, but since the design is completely done, the price was hundreds less than a custom. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Monday, June 26, 2017

[RBW] FS 55cm Sam

I will also include the copper fenders which really look beautiful on the Sam. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: What 'fast' tires for Rivendell Atlantis?

I'll break from the pack and the compass RTP suggestions and say when I had my Atlantis I ran Schwalbe 26 x 2.1 Thunder Burt's and they were noticeably fast and plush at the same time, I wish Schwalbe made them in 26x2.4 which would be dreamy. I will disclose that they are not a great choice

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

Hi Davey, I needed a lot of setback so I bought a setback post with 26mm setback. At the same time I purchased a different saddle because my sit bones didn't like the c17. I purchased a Ergon saddle and noticed it had 14mm longer rails. They make a ton of saddles too many IMO but you might

[RBW] Perennial "Can you still get a Legolas?" question

Last I heard, you could still get a Legolas, but at custom prices. I also heard that the main difference between the Legolas and the Roadeo are in the beefiness of the chainstays (and cantis vs calipers). Is this all still true? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

If you really like that particular saddle and/or style, I'd try the shim and a Nitto s-84 seatpost , although it will look kinda odd as it the shim has a lip on it so it won't be flush since Riv seat clusters are curled up to a point. If you're handy with a file or dremel of you could file

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 58cm A. Homer Hilsen.

Lite bump. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Tue, Jun 20, 2017 at 6:45 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Folks, > > If your interested in this frame & fork I'm open to

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

Exactly. A seat post shim from problem solvers solves the problem. I took a file to mine to follow the curve, but I didn't need to. I researched my options in a seatpost and none had any setback like I wanted, and having a selection of 27.2's at my disposal this seemed the best option. Time has

[RBW] Re: FS: 51 cm Sam Hillborne $2500 (SF Bay)

Thanks all! I've had a lot of interest in bits here & there. I'm going to give it until end of week with a lowered price of $2400 and after that I'll take a look at parting it out. Cheers On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 10:18:10 AM UTC-7, Les Lammers wrote: > > Borrow some $$ for the honeymoon and

[RBW] Re: What 'fast' tires for Rivendell Atlantis?

Won't crush many on Strava but certainly slower on the Atlantis and the RTP vs my Bob Jackson Audax. I am trading my Audax for a fat bike and want to hold off buying anything until I figure out my housing situation (or need, even - Will be listing my Bob Jackson Vigorelli as well soon..) --

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

Have you considered getting a 29.8 -> 27.2 seat post shim? Problem Solvers and Cane Creek both have that size, and there's a large selection of set back seat posts with a 27.2 diameter. I use a Cane Creek shim on a 31.6 -> 27.2 conversion, and have had no issues with slippage even at my svelte

[RBW] Re: seatpost/set back help

Been there and done that on a 26.8. Couldn't find anything to use and I use a Brooks saddle too. The Anatomicas do have longer rails but the saddles don't cut it for me. That said, if you are interested in buying one, contact me offline as I have several I could sell. On Monday, June 26,

[RBW] FS 55cm Sam

My Sam is like new in the orange color. It's about two months old with about 200 miles. I bought the complete with drop bars and the only change I made was to put Jack Brown blue tires Nitto S83 seat post and dark grey gripster pedals. I live in Norman Oklahoma and my local shop will ship in

[RBW] Re: FS: 51 cm Sam Hillborne $2500 (SF Bay)

Borrow some $$ for the honeymoon and keep the bike. On Friday, June 23, 2017 at 11:52:22 AM UTC-4, Stanley Withouski wrote: > Practically brand new Sam Hillborne - custom built from the frame on up. > Less than 500 miles. Need honeymoon funds. Prefer to sell complete. > CL ad here:

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Meant to say "often" the only ferrous framed rider present some weeks. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 12:53:47 PM UTC-4, ascpgh wrote: > > I don't see it as any battle against industry "progress", but rather the > preservation of options. Objectively it can be argued that

[RBW] seatpost/set back help

Hi Everyone! I need a little more setback than whats offered by the stock seatpost on my clem. The diameter is 29.8. I haven't been able to find much available, and nothing that has any improvement with regards to additional set back. Any suggestions? I guess the other option I could explore

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

I don't see it as any battle against industry "progress", but rather the preservation of options. Objectively it can be argued that something is better for whatever scalar you choose, that does not make me like it. Preference is very important when you have persisted in an equipment dependent

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Video Review

Nice Video! Roberta On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:30:01 AM UTC-4, Michael Morrissey wrote: > Hi! Here's a little overview of my Appaloosa I recently made: > > https://youtu.be/DtElrNIi9KM > > Enjoy! > > M > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Video Review

thnx for reminding me i need to make another nyc trip. video is great! On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:30:01 AM UTC-4, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Hi! Here's a little overview of my Appaloosa I recently made: > > https://youtu.be/DtElrNIi9KM > > Enjoy! > > M > -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: What 'fast' tires for Rivendell Atlantis?

William--I'm riding the standards, not the ELs. They were great all winter, but now that construction season has hit, the roads are pretty bad. Thanks for the advice! I will consider all of those options. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Video Review

Nice video review and thanks for posting that. I have the 2017 silver Joe and love, love , love it! On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:30:01 AM UTC-4, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Hi! Here's a little overview of my Appaloosa I recently made: > > https://youtu.be/DtElrNIi9KM > > Enjoy! > > M > --

[RBW] Re: Anyone used a large Saddleback for touring?

Hi Dave, You will be on the southern part of M-22. If you can get over to Arcadia, just west of Bear Lake, there is a tremendous climb and Lake Michigan overlook just north of Arcadia on M22. When you get south of Ludington there is a pumped storage power plant that is pretty cool, but security

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Video Review

Great review. My wife just got an Appaloosa too and she loves it (and we also live in Queens). If you see a powder blue Joe App out there, say hi. Brad Queens On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:30:01 AM UTC-4, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Hi! Here's a little overview of my Appaloosa I recently

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Video Review

Well done for both your Appaloosa and the video! Thanks very much for posting. Regards, Richard On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:30:01 AM UTC-4, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Hi! Here's a little overview of my Appaloosa I recently made: > > https://youtu.be/DtElrNIi9KM > > Enjoy! > > M > -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

I used only canti brakes a quite a while. Then I went ro discs. When I discovered v-brakes, I wondered why I had bothered with discs. For true MTBs, I think discs are an advantage in mud, and I prefer XT-level hydraulics, which have been faultless, for me. Most mechanicals are fiddly, though

[RBW] Appaloosa Video Review

APPROVE -- 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

[RBW] Appaloosa Video Review

Hi! Here's a little overview of my Appaloosa I recently made: https://youtu.be/DtElrNIi9KM Enjoy! M -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: What 'fast' tires for Rivendell Atlantis?

John G.: Are you riding the EL Snoqualmies? Sorry to hear about your rash of flats. I recently had Rich Lesnick build me a new Atlas rim wheelset for my Appaloosa and I've shod it with the standard Snoqs. No flats yet, but because I'm weary of flats on my limited time weekday rides, I've been

Re: [RBW] Fixed

Went pretty well. I'm learning to decouple braking and pedaling, i.e. slowing the bike with the brakes while my feet still turn with the pedals. A little sore yesterday, hands and shoulders in addition to legs. Raised the bars today so now just legs. And very tired last night :) Interesting