[RBW] Re: New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

Safety orange and pink. I like it!  -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I can say that the Appaloosa long chainstays fell incredibly smooth for rough gravel decents. Although, I haven't had a chance to directly compare with an Atlantis in those same conditions. Issac (nwbirdman) has an Atlantis here in PDX that's my exact size, so maybe we can do some thorough

[RBW] Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

Oh man, the thumb rest is the BEST. -- 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,

[RBW] Frank Jones Sr first ride.

That’s fantastic. I agree on pedal width - narrow pedals can make the whole bike feel sketchy. I would keep at the gear you’ve got, and get the flow of standing to clear tall bridges. Philip Santa Rosa, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Delete post when something is sold

I’m a “just post SOLD” guy. Deleted posts are creepy. Philip Santa Rosa, 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] Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

I’m with you, Joe. I love my B,B mug. Gotta love that thumb rest. John -- 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: New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

I like the roadrunner Jammer bag. Its good as a saddle bag or a handlebar bag, its rackless and has a solid mounting. https://roadrunnerbags.us/products/the-jammer-bag They have a larger one and a lot of colors https://roadrunnerbags.us/blogs/road-runner-bags/colors-of-the-rainbow On

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

*planing* ??? 8-0 ... although I do seriously wonder whether the relatively longer chainstays contribute to frame flex in a way that effectively compensates for the relatively heavier gauge tubing ... On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 11:53:15 PM UTC-4, Jonathan D. wrote: > > I can’t decide

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I can’t decide what I think of the long chain stays. I get used to riding my Joe carrying a heavy load and forget that without a lot of weight it feels as fast as my Sam. The long chain stays do change the ride feel. I like Grant’s description but the image that I always arrive at is a motor

[RBW] Re: "RBW Blue"

If you mean the blue used on the AHH, Testors Gloss Blue. 1110-RM11101_0611. On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 9:08:29 AM UTC-4, jandrews_nyc wrote: > > Greetings, > Has anyone found a suitable match for the home touch up types amongst us > with a frame in this color? > JS > -- You received

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

Thanks for the correction to my mistaken attribution. I knew I'd seen it in the current Atlantis discussion & failed to fact check. Dave deserves credit for devising such a clever & descriptive unit of measure. dougP On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 7:07:33 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > It

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

Rivs are like that. I climb great on mine too. But I have those short racey Rivs with 46 cm and 45.5 cm stays.-Original Message- From: Jeremy Till Sent: Mar 21, 2018 1:47 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price

[RBW] Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

Well now my Bike, Book & Hatchet version seems even more rare. Maybe I should put it on Ebay for some ridiculous price like that doofus who lists "vintage" Rivendell bottles for $50. Nahh, I'm keepin' it! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

It was actually Dave who used (qoined - no pun intended) the "penny difference" analogy. -- 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] Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

It IS missing! Perhaps like a lot of Riv’s items that “seem” expensive, it’s not until you see the quality that you get that “ah-ha” moment. Leah, mine is still winging its way to me across the country. I hope it gets here tomorrow. I’m glad you like yours. Roberta -- You received

[RBW] Re: WTB: Black Saddlesack Large or Medium

I have a medium black in great condition serial number 0034. I have it on a Tout Terrain that I’m planning on selling the bike, so I could part with it. I searched a long time for it and will take $250 for it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

Bob, Yes! It's me! I'm living in Michigan now. Sold on the mug, will message you off-list. Thankyouthankyouthankyou! Tracy On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 9:22:44 PM UTC-4, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > Tracy (maybe formerly) from Denver and BikeDenver? > > The answer would be yes, I do have one,

[RBW] Re: Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

Tracy (maybe formerly) from Denver and BikeDenver? The answer would be yes, I do have one, and though beautiful and great, it is slightly smaller than my coffee habit needs. Used three times for coffee and tea... Would be cleaned and wrapped and shipped carefully. I will say $25 shipped but I

[RBW] Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

Horror! Dear Roberta from this list gave me one of those mugs as a gift, and I treasure it. I feel so happy when I see the details in the bikes pictured on the face of the mug. My favorite is the bike with the dog in the front basket, as I am convinced that my dog is the inspiration behind

[RBW] Super long chainstays and putting your bike buses/trains

Try transporting a HubbuHubbuH sometime;) -- 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] Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

My Rivendell mug unfortunately met with its demise thanks to my klutzy ways. I had one in my cart to order but foolishly waited, hoping that some out of stock stuff would reappear to add to the order. Alas, not only did that not happen, but now the mugs are gone and removed from the site.

[RBW] Well, Here’s a Spot of Snow

Just noticed one of your snowy pix is featured on Riv’s main site! I always appreciate your efforts to document your rides, Patrick! Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Quickbeam review

I’m pretty sure Jan prefers to sell back issues and doesn’t release digital. Back issue options here: https://www.compasscycle.com/product-category/print/issues/ With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Quickbeam review

Hi All, Jan did a review of the Quickbeam in BQ #12, summer 2005. I thought I had the complete collection but apparently not. Anyone know how to access it on the internets? Thanks, Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

The banana sax type of bag would also be very useful and you'd never feel it. Not sure if it would carry your shoes though,. Also, I second the notion of trying the caradice bagman support. I have had a good experience with that rack. That looks like McGorlick Park in Greenpiont... Is that

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

This extensive discussion of chainstay length got me to thinking: how much difference are we really talking? Or is the big gap in the photo just freaking people out? So I dug out my old Atlantis flyer from before I bought mine in '03. Here's some chainstay length figures from the original

[RBW] FS: Rivy Clothes & Sackville

I’d live the Multi-Sack (Riv don’t got em no more?..) -- 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

[RBW] Re: Bosco Bars

You will always return to your dark master, the cocoa bean! > On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 10:08:36 AM UTC-4, Jim S. wrote: >> >> I wonder why they call them Bosco bars? Who or what is a "Bosco"? >> > -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

Small saddle bag for sure, maybe with a support rack if needed. Also, not related, I'd totally spend the money for a set of modern dual pivot brakes if you are not happy with the older ones on there. Would be a big improvement ;) On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 3:40:48 PM UTC-7, lambbo wrote:

[RBW] Re: New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

I like to use a saddlebag with a Carradice Bagman support. It moves the bag away from your legs - never touches. I have two - one on a Ostrich S-2 saddle bag and one on a Nigel Smythe country bag. Plenty of room for day rides for shoes, food, tools, and a compact pump. I wish Riv still did the

[RBW] Re: New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

I use a small Saddlesack. It will brush your thighs, which is ok by me but you already know you won't like it. -- 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: New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

By 'smallsack' I mean 'saddle-sack' small On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 6:40:48 PM UTC-4, lambbo wrote: > > Hi folks, I've been struggling with an *very* important question: how to > carry things on my new (much loved) Roadini. The bike is set up with > clip-in pedals and I'd like a way to

[RBW] Re: Super long chainstays and putting your bike buses/trains

The issue of transporting the bike on public transpo racks never occurred to me, but I'll say that the (overly, IMO) long chainstay definitely played-into my decision to sell the Appaloosa that I'd picked-up a little over a year ago. I liked many of the characteristics of the bike, but there

[RBW] New Roadini; Bag... Sackville or Swift Industries

Hi folks, I've been struggling with an *very* important question: how to carry things on my new (much loved) Roadini. The bike is set up with clip-in pedals and I'd like a way to bring some walking shoes and a snack plus a few small tools etc. with me on long rides. Anyone have experience

[RBW] FS: good stuff

Hello RBW OB, I have some good stuff for sale on my selling instagram. I just added a 58cm black mountain cycles, and I have some smaller Riv~ish goods of note. Please look: https://www.instagram.com/adom_sale/ Text me if interested: (310 963 6959 Thanks! Adam -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I rode recumbents for a few years. All Rivs seem short to me ;-) -- 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: Lower price Atlantis!

Not a 60cm Cheviot, it's a 59cm Clem in my case, but I can attest to its lusciousness, especially off-road. It is very confidence inspiring downhill, and is the best bike I've ever ridden at climbing steep hills. On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 1:18:34 PM UTC-7, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Super long chainstays and putting your bike buses/trains

My commute involves an Amtrak train with hanging bike hooks, which are barely high enough for large-sized "normal" bikes: when I hang my 64cm Long Haul Trucker by it's front wheel, it's rear wheel is just barely off the ground. When I've used my 59cm Clem for the commute, I've discovered the

[RBW] Re: SOMA Demi Porteur

Yep yep, lighter for light loads is what I'm looking for. I have a Nitto Big Rack on the rear for the heavy stuff, I REALLY dislike weight on my forks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Billie Bar Width - New Albatross

There's a better picture of the Bille Bar in Grant's Blahg post from last week: https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/mid-march-mostly-nonsense-but-not-all-nonsense First picture after you scroll past the pages from the Book of Nonsense. Cool looking bar! It has me

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I'm with Ryan. We've ridden a lot of bikes, lots of variations, and we live surrounded by roads and trails no more than 15 minutes by bike away. It's not DP-Rocky Mtn style, but as BL and JW and other locals will attest, it's hard to beat. More important, we ride them. I admittedly don't have the

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

And of course now for The Big Question: When? Any schedule for delivery of the first batch? Potential buyers need to plan ahead. dougP On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 8:04:13 AM UTC-7, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > > A lot of the answers to most of the questions might be answered in the >

[RBW] Re: SOMA Demi Porteur

I have one on my cheviot, works great, light weight. Set it and forget it. It's aluminum not tubular steel like most racks. So maybe not as heavy duty but lighter -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Well, Here’s a Spot of Snow

Great pics and ride account Patrick. You have my respect sir. Thanks for sharing, Marc. On Monday, March 19, 2018 at 7:21:50 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In which I ride when I couldn’t have pre-fixed, for a frozen derailure and > loss of brakes, but all’s good with fixed! And there’s

[RBW] Re: FS Jones Loop SG Handlebar - sold

Sold On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 4:33:01 PM UTC-4, lconley wrote: > > Mounted on the Nitto stem, then realized that it wasn't the version that > had the 2.5" rise in it. Nothing else ever mounted on it. Silver 660 mm > wide straight gauge version (narrow, slightly heavier). Basically brand >

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I have long arms/torso and short legs so I have Nitto lugged setback seat posts and 100+mm stems and dropped bars on several of my Rivs. I love long top tubes. I also live in a one story house and don't use mass transit. I must admit that the bikes are on the edge of not fitting inside the

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

The blug post points out that the old geometry is still available. But at the one-off USA-made price with the corresponding wait time. On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 12:12:39 PM UTC-7, Eric Karnes wrote: > > I agree. It seems that Riv's bikes are moving in a direction that > coincides less

[RBW] FS: Rivy Clothes & Sackville

Hello again, Rivendell folk, I am parting ways with a number of clothes, and a few items which have some Rivness to them. Here it goes: Sackville Multi-sack Grey - This was a Rivelo exclusive. I bought two , only using one of them. $35 for local pick-up , in Portland, OR (selling for how

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I have a feeling the stability offered by the long chainstays on the Appaloosa is going to be pretty nice for the manner in which I'm going to ride it. The gravel roads I'm going to take it on could use a little bit more stability. I don't know if the bike will fit on my Kuat rack though...got

Re: [RBW] Loooong dropouts on that 1999 Joe Starck custom fixed gofast

Well, I have you to thank for it ...! On Wed, Mar 21, 2018 at 10:39 AM, WETH wrote: > Patrick, > That looks great. I look forward to photos once built up and your ride > impressions. > Love that color! > Erl > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I agree. It seems that Riv's bikes are moving in a direction that coincides less and less with my own bike needs and preferences. The significantly longer top tubes make it almost impossible for my t-rex-like arms to utilize multiple positions even on very swept-back bars (drops are impossible

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

What interests me is difference in top tube length. I have looked and looked at the Appaloosa (and Clem) but have not pulled the trigger because of the top tube length. I want a bike that I can easily put drop bars on and the Atlantis fits the bill for me, there. Also, I have always wanted

[RBW] Re: Bosco Bars

They're named after a chocolate syrup product. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bosco_Chocolate_Syrup On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 10:08:36 AM UTC-4, Jim S. wrote: > > I wonder why they call them Bosco bars? Who or what is a "Bosco"? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

With the longer cstays and more tt slope, does anyone know what is different btwn the new Atlantis and the Appaloosa? Besides some features like pump pegs etc... different fork and tubing I suppose? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: FS: Medium Mountain Mixte--You choose my adventure again!

I like Deaky-P's quick-strike technique. Get into negotiations immediately, because there's always numerous chances to bow out. Deaky-P did indeed bow out, after confirming: 1. It's too small for him. I have a 75.5cm Saddle Height and I'm at the tippy top of the range that would work for

[RBW] FS: Medium Mountain Mixte--You choose my adventure again!

Bunch ... I’m out, so step on up and get yourself this beaut! With abandon, Patrick -- 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] FS: Medium Mountain Mixte--You choose my adventure again!

PM sent, with questions to follow. With abandon, Patrick -- 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

[RBW] FS: Medium Mountain Mixte--You choose my adventure again!

I bought a Medium Mountain Mixte (not a real mixte), last summer. I've ridden it a fair bit in my huge stable of bikes. At the time I bought it instead of buying a $2400 650B Atlantis. At that time I asserted that the Medium Mountain Mixte (not a real mixte) is the functional equivalent to

[RBW] Re: WTB- Sackville Saddle Sack Large, Pref Olive

Hi Vincent I have one that I possibly could part with, but Rivendell has them in stock at $243. Are you looking for one as beat up as possible and correspondingly as cheap as possible? Help me understand your target objectives so I can figure out if I have what you want. One big potential

[RBW] Loooong dropouts on that 1999 Joe Starck custom fixed gofast

Patrick, That looks great. I look forward to photos once built up and your ride impressions. Love that color! Erl -- 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: FS: MUSA Pants & Knickers

$30 for Brown Musa Pants with zippered legs. $15 gets two pairs of small velcro musa pants in need of repair. > >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

Thanks for chiming in, I can't wait to hear more about it! I really like the details so far! On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 11:04:13 AM UTC-4, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > > A lot of the answers to most of the questions might be answered in the > catalogue coming up in about 3 wks, and I don't

[RBW] Re: Billie Bar Width - New Albatross

I went from Chocomoose bars (54cm) to Boscomoose (58cm) and was surprised at how much wider they felt. I really like the way the wider bars feel. I feel much more in control, and a lot more comfortable too. Those new Billie bars look nice. I remember you had posted about wanting to try a set

[RBW] WTB- Sackville Saddle Sack Large, Pref Olive

Hello! I'm just putting out a signal to see if anyone out there is wanting to sell their Large Saddlesack? Anyone? :) -- 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

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

A lot of the answers to most of the questions might be answered in the catalogue coming up in about 3 wks, and I don't want to deflate it before it goes to print (in 2 weeks), so... we might not answer all of the questions here before then or on BLUG-BLAHG. We're all way loose-lipped in

[RBW] Bosco Bars

https://youtu.be/lyEFiaUQYGE Bosco!! Maybe. -Kai BK NY -- 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

Re: [RBW] Billie Bar Width - New Albatross

666 mm wide! And here I was the other day thinking that the 42 cm Maes Parallels on my Matthews were wider than I like, compared to the just-perfect 38s on my Rivendell roads. And I'm not small, either -- just bought 2 new Wabi Woolen jerseys in the Large-Tall size. Different strokes ... -- You

[RBW] Bosco Bars

I wonder why they call them Bosco bars? Who or what is a "Bosco"? -- 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: Lower price Atlantis!

I've run 2.3 Neomotos on my 650b Bomba, then added fenders with clearance to spare, but couldn't have a kickstand on there w/ tires that wide I've gone down in size (and non-knobbies since I wanted the fenders on there). At the time I was thinking that the Bomba was not far from an

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

One of the details I like is the trout on the top of the downtube decal... (that's not always been there on the other Atlanti, has it?) On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 9:28:51 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Nobody has latched onto nor commenced to wring hands over the truly > divisive

[RBW] Lower price Atlantis!

Nobody has latched onto nor commenced to wring hands over the truly divisive design element: the NEW downtube decal. A sharp observer on Instagram noticed that the new downtube decal has boat anchors down the under side of the downtube, which I think is sensational. It ties in with the

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

Stuart, your comments regarding the ride of the Appaloosa are disconcerting since I have one coming to the house today. I hope I get along with it, as this will be my first Rivendell with the long chainstays. I never thought the Rivs I've owned were bad riding bikes and never twitchy...I do

[RBW] FS: 62cm Hunqapillar complete

Still looking for a home for this silver/cream Hunqapillar. Also, can sell frame/fork/headset/BB for 1500. https://flickr.com/photos/147564748@N06/sets/72157692690766831 thanks, -scott -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I think what Joe says is what some (including me) forget/do not realize. Grant designs his bikes for a certain terrain and it does not make sense for all. As far as the new Atlantis - I don't like it but also will not be buying one so does my opinion matter? No. I'm also not a fan of 6d TT but