[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

[Surlyprof]

I also have a brompton with the large touring bag that I use for my 
commute.  I was able to set it up almost identically to my Hillborne.  It 
can be a little twitchy but you learn that smooth steering is all in the 
lean.  I also feel that it's about 20% more work than the Hillborne because 
of the 16" wheels.  I found Bike Fridays to be better in that respect.

Good Luck.

John

On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 9:21:45 AM UTC-7, T Cal wrote:
>
> I too have Brompton that I ride almost daily. It exceeded my expectations 
> in pretty much every way - especially comfort and ride quality. I’m 6’3” 
> with a pbh around 93. I’ve tricked mine out with various aftermarket bits 
> to make it lighter and shinier. Highly recommended  

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Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Surlyprof]

Well done for all involved.  He may need a blue banana sack to go with 
those blue mudflaps.  One caveat, if it's the only one left, don't.  I'm 
still deciding between the blue and the gray!

Looking forward to the photos.

john

On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 12:10:40 PM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
wrote:
>
> Thank you all for your warm regards! I felt so happy to be among 
> like-minded folks who know the thrill of a very first Rivendell. Also in my 
> inbox was a note from Christopher Murray, resident of God's Country (that's 
> North Dakota, where I also hail from), enclosing his Hail Mary credit for 
> use on the Clem purchase. A sweet and thoughtful gesture that warmed our 
> hearts. Thank you, Chris, you are too kind. (Kindness and helpfulness are 
> rampant in God's Country; if you need to have your faith in humanity 
> renewed, you might point your handlebars north and take a trip through 
> God's Country this summer. Make sure you hit Diet God's Country, which is 
> Minnesota while you're there.)
>
> My sister and I just got off our 3 way call with Rivendell and D is now 
> the proud owner of a new Grey Metallic 59 cm Clem L!!! She got him the 
> standard build with with some fancy touches. Rive will use the copper tape 
> with clear shellac to dress up those Boscos, and top them off with cork 
> grips. He gets fenders and the Nitto Big Rear Rack. I added on a Wald 
> basket for his rear rack, a Captain Hook net, a brass big-hammer bell, and 
> a pair of Sackville blue mudflaps. Won't D look snazzy out there?  We have 
> to wait about 2 weeks until his bike arrives, do you think we'll be able to 
> bear it? We'll take photos of the the unboxing and the finished product and 
> the proud new owner and report back here.
>
> I'll make the pilgrimage to God's Country again this summer, and I can't 
> wait to park my Betty Foy next to his Clem L. 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

[Surlyprof]

I've had so many similar experiences.  One time Vince gave me a B,B,H patch 
because he remembered that we did a ride there on their last day as they 
were closing the store.  I went there last week with the intent of buying a 
new brake hanger since mine was stripped.  Instead, Vince just grabbed a 
couple of barrel adjusters and we had it fixed in minutes.  When I said 
that I was trying to figure out what I could buy, he said that the 
Hillborne looked pretty dialed as it was.  I'm sure I'll go back and buy a 
banana sack (they're awesome) once I figure out which color to buy.

Amazing people.make an amazing place. Visit just to see the gallery of b 
film photos they've hung on the walls.  Really nice.

John

Also tried out the new Atlantis.  Those of you who pre-ordered are going to 
be VERY happy.  So-o-o smooth!

On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 7:07:23 AM UTC-7, Tim wrote:
>
> Last year I was going to be making my first trip to Riv HQ. It was a 
> couple of months away, but I called because the head badge on the Hilsen 
> was gone, and I wanted to make sure they had one I could buy and pick up 
> when I came out. Will said, "You can't ride a Hilsen without a head badge 
> for that long. What's your address?" He sent it to me that day, no charge. 
> Of course, now that this is public, Will is going to have to answer to the 
> shareholders at the quarterly meeting as to why he's giving away profits...

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[RBW] Billie Bar initial review

[adam leibow]

in case anyone's curious. i bought some billie bars, and already have some 
miles on them. i didn't know these were coming out but i was checking the 
site periodically for the wavie bar and found these. i'm still gonna get 
the wavie bar for my hunqapillar but was happy to see these imho improved 
albatross. i had swapped out drop bars for albatross on my new canti-sam, 
but have always had mixed feelings about the albatross bar. i dont like how 
they come seemingly directly almost straight backwards towards you, and how 
narrow they feel. the billie's are better imho because they have more flair 
(a bit less gnarly sweep backwards) and are noticeably wider. they also 
have a way longer grippable real estate, and you can mount the brake levers 
forward or backward for a longer section of that grippable portion=more 
options/versatility. i chose to mount the brake levers pretty far forward, 
as the billies don't curve forward before turning backward quite as much as 
the alba's do, and i like my reach to be pretty stretched out. this allows 
a nice, more aggressive (though still technically very upright) descending 
position with brake levers in reach. and, if i'm chilling out, i can sit 
back and place my hands more towards the ends of the bars, a very upright 
sensation. most importantly, with the alba's i felt slightly out of control 
and endured a "a-second-too-late" sensation to steer to keep up with twisty 
singletrack or even road descents. the billie's width and added flair 
mitigate this to a degree that makes riding offroad quite a bit more 
enjoyable, while still being relaxed. so, im summary, billie=albatross+more 
flair outward/wider and longer grip portion. i am a fan for sure. here's 
some pics:







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[RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

[Surlyprof]

This is fantastic!  Thanks, Kellie.  I live in Niles and have been looking 
for a good route up the bay.  This looks perfect.

John

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 6:56:21 PM UTC-7, Kellie wrote:
>
> Justin, here's the link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27535193 
> Fruitvale BART to Coyote Springs. Both Union City and Fremont BART not far 
> from Coyote Springs. Coyote Springs is fun in and of itself. Crandall Creek 
> trail is the termination at Coyote Springs but if you go the other way, 
> Alameda Creek trail, it goes all the way to Mission Blvd. Also, the bike 
> path over the Dumbarton Bridge interfaces at Coyote Springs. Cut across to 
> the South Bay via the Dumbarton Bridge. the choices are endless.
> Yes Bill, much is SF Bay Trail.
>
>
> On Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 1:01:11 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>>
>> Back at the very beginning of my Rivendell career, in 2009, I was pretty 
>> much strictly a roadie.  My Hillborne and the idea of "country bike" opened 
>> up my world in many ways.  One of those ways was the idea of enjoying 
>> taking the long way from A-to-B.  Over that first year or so I hatched an 
>> idea for my 40-mile commute from El Cerrito to Union City.  Rather than 
>> treat it as a hilly road ride with a couple dirt trail detours, I 
>> contemplated doing it as a 25 mile mountain bike ride with a few road 
>> connectors.  I had most of the route in my head, but there were still 
>> several trails that I needed to add but had never ridden.  Now that I have 
>> a cool GPS unit, I was able to build my route on RideWithGPS and upload it 
>> to my device so I wouldn't get lost and wouldn't have to resort to the map 
>> 50 times.  
>>
>> Anyhow, here's my route, discreetly edited to begin at a starting point 
>> close-by but not-too-close to my front door.  RideWithGPS Extreme 
>> Commuting 
>>
>> I did the ride for the first time this morning, which felt like a cool 
>> accomplishment, since I'd been thinking about it for several years.  It was 
>> ~42 miles and about 4700 feet of climbing, and it was pretty freaking 
>> hard.  There were several pitches that my GPS assessed as >20% grade.  
>> There were rocky, bumpy, rooty sections that made my BMC Monstercross feel 
>> like serious underbiking.  The undeniable highlight is that these mountain 
>> bike trails are by definition car-free, and that was delightful.  I might 
>> decide to do the SFRandonneurs Marin Mountains 200k as a solo Permanent in 
>> May, and this Extreme Commute route is a great training ride for that.  
>>
>>
>> 
>>
>> This was one of the 20% grades, which is hard to see in the photo.  My 
>> four finger salute was to celebrate passing 4,000 ft of climbing at this 
>> point.
>>
>>
>> 
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> So, make a plan, set a goal, see it through and celebrate
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito CA
>>
>> P.S. One of the reasons I was able to pedal up 20% grades was I just 
>> installed my turkey vulture shifter kit from Analog Cycles, which allowed 
>> me to run a Deore XT clutch rear derailer with Shimano 10sp indexed barcons 
>> (on Thumbies).  I was glad to have a 26x36 low gear.  
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

[Mattt]

That is a great deal on the bike Friday tandem in Bismarck, ND.  Since he is 
selling his parents, I don’t think the seller understands the value. 

I had a bike friday takedown tandem that went into travel cases.  It rode fine, 
but didn’t have the complete feel like a “regular size” bike.  The take down 
takes about an hour and the learning curve will get it faster over time.  

If you have the money, might as well give it a try and enjoy life. 

Matt

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: favorite tires?

[Deacon Patrick]

But I’m not in an urban setting.

With abandon,
Patrick

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: favorite tires?

[Deacon Patrick]

Compass Stelacooms for trails, all else, Barlow Pass.

With abandon,
Patrick

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: favorite tires?

[Birdman]

Thanks guys. I definitely need to run fenders much of the year in PDX and I 
have. A set of SKS p50s that will do the trick with 38mm tires. I’m intrigued 
by the Gravel Kings.

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[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

[Bob Ehrenbeck]

Thanks, John! 

I like your Quickbeam, and the whole idea of running a fixed gear -- what 
gearing does it have?


On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 8:34:20 PM UTC-4, John G. wrote:
>
> Jeff! I’ve had a few hundred wonderful miles because you put this Beam 
> back in the wild! I hope you found one your size! 
>
> Patrick! You nudged me over the edge into QB ownership! 
>
> Bob! Great tip. I will check that out next time I ride that way. Great 
> Raeland, btw.

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: favorite tires?

[Philip Williamson]

I have 38mm Voyageur Hypers on two sets of wheels on my Quickbeam, and I 
like them. I like my Compass and RocknRoads better on other bikes (the RnRs 
do squeak through the QB chainstays), but the Voyageurs seem fine for 
commuting. 

38mm tires seem like the sweet spot with fenders. You might try 
GravelKings. I have a friend who ONLY uses GK tires. 

Philip
Santa Rosa, CA


On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 5:08:42 PM UTC-7, Birdman wrote:
>
> In a recent thread, Wally and others were singing the praises of Jack 
> Browns on their Quickbeams. I have always run Paselas on mine, starting 
> with 32s, then 38s, and now the 35s that came on a new to me QB. Paselas do 
> the job for my urban, commute oriented riding, and I feel strangely 
> loyal/nostalgic about them, but they’re not blowing my mind. So what do you 
> all like in a 32-38mm tire on a Quickbeam, or on any bike for mostly urban 
> rides? 
>
> Isaac in Pdx

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[RBW] Quickbeam: favorite tires?

[Kainalu V.]

38mm schwalbe g-ones are fantastic on a Quickbeam, and they're relatively 
inexpensive 
-Kai
BKNY 

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[RBW] Quickbeam: favorite tires?

[Birdman]

In a recent thread, Wally and others were singing the praises of Jack Browns on 
their Quickbeams. I have always run Paselas on mine, starting with 32s, then 
38s, and now the 35s that came on a new to me QB. Paselas do the job for my 
urban, commute oriented riding, and I feel strangely loyal/nostalgic about 
them, but they’re not blowing my mind. So what do you all like in a 32-38mm 
tire on a Quickbeam, or on any bike for mostly urban rides?

Isaac in Pdx

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Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Ash]

I'm so happy for Mr. D!

Thank you for sharing the story.   And thank you for doing this!!



On Friday, 18 May 2018 12:10:40 UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:
>
> Thank you all for your warm regards! I felt so happy to be among 
> like-minded folks who know the thrill of a very first Rivendell. Also in my 
> inbox was a note from Christopher Murray, resident of God's Country (that's 
> North Dakota, where I also hail from), enclosing his Hail Mary credit for 
> use on the Clem purchase. A sweet and thoughtful gesture that warmed our 
> hearts. Thank you, Chris, you are too kind. (Kindness and helpfulness are 
> rampant in God's Country; if you need to have your faith in humanity 
> renewed, you might point your handlebars north and take a trip through 
> God's Country this summer. Make sure you hit Diet God's Country, which is 
> Minnesota while you're there.)
>
> My sister and I just got off our 3 way call with Rivendell and D is now 
> the proud owner of a new Grey Metallic 59 cm Clem L!!! She got him the 
> standard build with with some fancy touches. Rive will use the copper tape 
> with clear shellac to dress up those Boscos, and top them off with cork 
> grips. He gets fenders and the Nitto Big Rear Rack. I added on a Wald 
> basket for his rear rack, a Captain Hook net, a brass big-hammer bell, and 
> a pair of Sackville blue mudflaps. Won't D look snazzy out there?  We have 
> to wait about 2 weeks until his bike arrives, do you think we'll be able to 
> bear it? We'll take photos of the the unboxing and the finished product and 
> the proud new owner and report back here.
>
> I'll make the pilgrimage to God's Country again this summer, and I can't 
> wait to park my Betty Foy next to his Clem L. 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

[JohnS]

Hello Kelly,

I'm very interested in your Roadeo should you decide to sell it. I have a 
single speed Brompton which I would include in the deal if it helps! 

Thanks,
JohnS


On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 5:45:40 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote:
>
> I’m looking at a bike Friday tandem and a bike Friday world tour for me.   
> Anyone have any experience with either 
>
> I don’t have the post ready yet but am considering selling 
>
> 61cm roadeo in new condition 
> 64 cm bombadil.   
>
> Mind isn’t made up yet just thinking about it.   
>
> Kelly 
> 314-799-4743

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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Bill Schairer]

I bought my Atlantis, albeit used, after my Trek 720 was stolen.  Bummed my 
Trek was stolen but then I wouldn’t have my Atlantis had it not been.

Bill

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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Jon Dukeman,central Colorado]

Boy! Talk about "things always work out for the best" . 
If I could of had a sister... Well I'd want one like you!

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[RBW] Nitto R14 in front, mounting options

[Minh]

Hi all,

I'm thinking about mounting an R14 on the front of my bike, however this 
one does not have the top of fork braze-ons.  Has anyone come up with a 
creative way to mount these on a fork without the newer braze-ons?  The 
'arms' that come out of the back of this rack come out at the same plane as 
the deck of the rack, so any adjustments are on the wrong axis.  

see picture at the riv 
site.  https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-r-14-r14-top-rack-20095

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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Ed Carolipio]

Thanks for sharing. In the meantime, I will continue to work on my 
relatives and their bicycle choices...

--Ed C.

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 10:26:49 PM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
wrote:
>
> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her 
> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The 
> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his 
> wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the 
> yard and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and 
> noticed her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's 
> yard. With a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by 
> now, long gone. You know where this story is going...
>
> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has 
> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It 
> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at 
> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales 
> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that 
> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was 
> pretty set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and 
> waited for the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a 
> change of heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice 
> not to swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on 
> your rear rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants 
> trying to dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and 
> nobody makes them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does! 
>
> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for 
> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use 
> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he 
> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away 
> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves 
> a shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a 
> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching 
> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on 
> what must be done here.
>
> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and 
> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping 
> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and 
> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and 
> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so 
> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on 
> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large 
> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and 
> deck out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise. 
>
> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they 
> pack the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which 
> was slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff. 
> Can you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will 
> be ruined for any other bike. 
>
> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running. 
> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of 
> excitement! 
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

[Matt]

Love the simplicity of the green Ram in the ferns. Very nice!


On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 12:40:43 PM UTC-7, Tommy Patterson wrote:
>
> Great photos everyone. Here's my Ram down in Southern Mississippi. I made 
> my first post about this bike a few months ago and I love how it rides!  
>
> I am about to move to NOLA, and I can see myself ditching the fenders to 
> cram wider tires for rough, Louisiana roads. I have 44mm compass tires on 
> my CX bike (zero flats in ~ 600 miles of mixed terrain riding), so I'll 
> have to pick up some 38s to run on my Ram.
>
> Happy Friday Y'all,
> Tommy  
>
>   
>
>
> On Fri, May 18, 2018 at 1:25 PM, Matt  
> wrote:
>
>> Mark—No worries! That storm damage looked pretty extensive. Always like 
>> to hear how things are upstate. Miss it! Don't so much miss getting rides 
>> back to Brooklyn with my cousin doing 80 on the Taconic...
>>
>>
>> On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 3:58:50 AM UTC-7, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>>>
>>> Hey Matt, didn't mean to derail or hijack your post with stormy tales 
>>> and old bikes! That Ram is a beauty. Beacon has undergone some big changes 
>>> in the last few years. If you're ever back this way, give a holler!
>>>
>>> On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 7:39:01 PM UTC-4, Matt wrote:

 Mark—Oh, wow! My mom's family is from Newburgh/Pine Bush. I spent a lot 
 of time up there when I lived in the city; a lot of Metro North to Beacon.


 On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 12:56:26 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote:
>
> Yay!! New Rambouilet pics online!!!
> My favorite Rivmodel!! Thanks for the pics!! 
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[RBW] MIT Atlantis frames have arrived at RBW

[Lester Lammers]

Got a voice mail from Dave that the frames are in and will begin shipping 
soon. :-)

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Re: [RBW] Ram in the Dirt

[Patrick Moore]

Good to know. I did think that my Ram with Kojaks had plenty of room left
under the fenders. If that Ram could have 650B X 55s (same 700 mm diameter
as 700C X 35) ... now that would have been a nice bike!

On Fri, May 18, 2018 at 2:37 PM, Jock Dewey  wrote:

> Hey, Patrick:
>
> I was playing around with my RAM the other day and discovered Compass 35s
> easily fit just fine with SKS 45mm mudguards. This on Open Pro rims,
> however.
>
> Decided 35s just didn't work aesthetically for me, however. Fashion has
> consequences, right? So went with 32s instead. Perfect ride now and was
> really really good before.
>
> Jock Dewey / Athens, GA
>
> On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 1:47:04 AM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>> I'm curious about the max tire size for a blue Ram. I did use the
>> so-called 35 mm Kojaks on mine for a while, though I think they measured
>> more like 32 on the Open Pros, but they did leave ample room for fenders.
>>
>> Can you squeeze in anything bigger than a true 35?
>>
>> Didn't you just sell a pair of new, Bon Jon Pass 35s?
>>
>> And finally: photo of the fat-tired Ram? (Apology if you have already
>> posted one and I missed it.)
>>
>> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 10:24 PM, Matt  wrote:
>>
>>> In 2003 the only bike I owned was a mid-70s 3-speed Raleigh Sport that I
>>> rode to work every day and locked up on the street. Somehow I got my hands
>>> on a Reader, Grant's philosophy resonated with me and next thing I knew I
>>> had a blue Ram. I didn't know the first thing about tire sizes and riding
>>> styles but I knew the Ram was comfortable and it could take fenders and I
>>> was only ever going to ride on pavement on the east coast, so I put 28s on
>>> it and never looked back. Many, many years later and now I'm on the west
>>> coast and I know a lot more about bikes and I also know about fire roads.
>>> So I finally hung the fenders up and maxed out the tires and wouldn't you
>>> know it, but Los Angeles has miles and miles of dirt roads (doesn't hurt
>>> that LA covers a massive area). Took a ride a few weeks back that looks
>>> downright country but happened to be in the second largest city in the US.
>>>
>>> I still have that Raleigh, btw, and it's still perfect for leaving
>>> outside.
>>>
>>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/QPUjLMgJOP8jEhx22
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Re: [RBW] Ram in the Dirt

[Jock Dewey]

Hey, Patrick:

I was playing around with my RAM the other day and discovered Compass 35s 
easily fit just fine with SKS 45mm mudguards. This on Open Pro rims, 
however. 

Decided 35s just didn't work aesthetically for me, however. Fashion has 
consequences, right? So went with 32s instead. Perfect ride now and was 
really really good before.

Jock Dewey / Athens, GA

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 1:47:04 AM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> I'm curious about the max tire size for a blue Ram. I did use the 
> so-called 35 mm Kojaks on mine for a while, though I think they measured 
> more like 32 on the Open Pros, but they did leave ample room for fenders.
>
> Can you squeeze in anything bigger than a true 35?
>
> Didn't you just sell a pair of new, Bon Jon Pass 35s?
>
> And finally: photo of the fat-tired Ram? (Apology if you have already 
> posted one and I missed it.)
>
> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 10:24 PM, Matt  
> wrote:
>
>> In 2003 the only bike I owned was a mid-70s 3-speed Raleigh Sport that I 
>> rode to work every day and locked up on the street. Somehow I got my hands 
>> on a Reader, Grant's philosophy resonated with me and next thing I knew I 
>> had a blue Ram. I didn't know the first thing about tire sizes and riding 
>> styles but I knew the Ram was comfortable and it could take fenders and I 
>> was only ever going to ride on pavement on the east coast, so I put 28s on 
>> it and never looked back. Many, many years later and now I'm on the west 
>> coast and I know a lot more about bikes and I also know about fire roads. 
>> So I finally hung the fenders up and maxed out the tires and wouldn't you 
>> know it, but Los Angeles has miles and miles of dirt roads (doesn't hurt 
>> that LA covers a massive area). Took a ride a few weeks back that looks 
>> downright country but happened to be in the second largest city in the US.
>>
>> I still have that Raleigh, btw, and it's still perfect for leaving 
>> outside.
>>
>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/QPUjLMgJOP8jEhx22
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Re: [RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[R Shannon]

Ahhh, the anticipation! Breathlessly waiting for the pictures. Sounds like a 
great looking, well equipped Clem.

Congratulations to D and kudos to you for making it happen. 

Best,
Richard

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> On May 18, 2018, at 3:53 PM, phil k  wrote:
> 
> Nice! I think D will enjoy it!
> 
> Nothing better than seeing the cat on a giant cardboard box. I just unboxed 
> my Hillborne, and I was annoyed by how long it took to pull away the 
> packaging, but then remembered it was for the best as my bike came in tact 
> without a scratch!
> 
>> On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:26:49 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:
>> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her 
>> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The 
>> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his wife 
>> and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the yard 
>> and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and noticed 
>> her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's yard. With 
>> a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by now, long 
>> gone. You know where this story is going...
>> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has 
>> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It 
>> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at 
>> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales 
>> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that 
>> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was pretty 
>> set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and waited for 
>> the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a change of 
>> heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice not to 
>> swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on your rear 
>> rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants trying to 
>> dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and nobody makes 
>> them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does!
>> 
>> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for 
>> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use 
>> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he 
>> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away 
>> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves a 
>> shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a 
>> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching 
>> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on what 
>> must be done here.
>> 
>> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and 
>> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping 
>> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and 
>> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and 
>> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so 
>> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on 
>> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large 
>> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and deck 
>> out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise.
>> 
>> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they pack 
>> the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which was 
>> slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff. Can 
>> you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will be 
>> ruined for any other bike.
>> 
>> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running. 
>> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of 
>> excitement!
>> 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

[R Shannon]

Garth,

Bombadils are one of my faves too - even though I don’t own one. When I 
discovered Rivendell it was the model that had a lot of appeal for me. Loved 
the name, the head badge, the top tube lug and it’s stoutness. 

For some time they had an unpainted prototype for sale that was a bargain. A 
little small for me but could have worked. I stewed over it and eventually 
settled on an Atlantis. 

The roadish Bomba you describe sounds somewhat like an early Sam. Long top 
tube, canti brakes and tubes not too heavy or light.

I think it’s cool your Bomba is just right sweet spot for you.

Best,
Richard
Sent from my iPhone

> On May 18, 2018, at 3:16 PM, Garth  wrote:
> 
> 
> Mine would be the Bombadil !   Hip hip hoooray for the Bomba ! !   
> 
> It's my all-arounder .   It's also the still the only production Riv that 
> fits me "just right" , and not that stack and reach are included in the geo 
> chart I can see why.  
> 
> I really like parallel and diagonal TT's compared to diagonals. I find it 
> telling in some way that despite being not for sale as a production bike, it 
> is still listed in every geo chart update.   A lighter tubed road-ish version 
> based on those dimensions with some tweaks like a little longer reach and 
> higher stack and front-center and possibly chainstays and a 71.5 STA ... 
> that's fun !  
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Re: [RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

[Patrick Moore]

Thanks; very interesting photos. Funny, in the first photo, with the
seatpost all the way down, the tires look as if they're at least
40-somethings.

My Hon Solo has nominal 35s, actual 32s (406 X 1.35 Kojaks) and I've ridden
it once or twice on the acequia roads near my house; but our soil is so
sandy that, if the last rain is more than a couple of weeks gone, the sand
is just too deep to manage. (My ~29 mm Elk Passes, though, 24.75" in
diameter versus the 19" of the Kojaks, do noticeably better, tho' even
these flounder; point being that yes, diameter makes a difference.) I'd
like one day to replace the Kojaks with those Tioga Power Blocks that I've
heard nice things about -- 1.75"/44-45 mm as labeled.

I couldn't get it into an overhead bin, but Lyfte could certainly manage it.

On Thu, May 17, 2018 at 11:06 PM, Matt  wrote:

> Patrick—Sure thing:
>
> https://photos.app.goo.gl/vfSWMxR4cgnUjusj2
>
> Some pics of it folded on the train, its half folded kickstand, my
> sister-in-law riding it at night (dynohub + lights), and out on a fire
> road. It has 16" wheels, 35mm wide so as long as the road isn't an absolute
> mess, you can manage it. But off road is just icing. Where it really excels
> is in a city. I ride it to work and put it under my desk and I never have
> to worry about having a bike with me if my day goes sideways. If I can't
> ride home, I just call a Lyft and put it in the trunk.
>
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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[phil k]

Nice! I think D will enjoy it!

Nothing better than seeing the cat on a giant cardboard box. I just unboxed 
my Hillborne, and I was annoyed by how long it took to pull away the 
packaging, but then remembered it was for the best as my bike came in tact 
without a scratch!

On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:26:49 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:
>
> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her 
> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The 
> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his 
> wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the 
> yard and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and 
> noticed her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's 
> yard. With a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by 
> now, long gone. You know where this story is going...
>
> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has 
> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It 
> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at 
> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales 
> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that 
> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was 
> pretty set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and 
> waited for the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a 
> change of heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice 
> not to swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on 
> your rear rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants 
> trying to dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and 
> nobody makes them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does! 
>
> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for 
> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use 
> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he 
> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away 
> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves 
> a shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a 
> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching 
> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on 
> what must be done here.
>
> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and 
> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping 
> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and 
> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and 
> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so 
> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on 
> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large 
> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and 
> deck out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise. 
>
> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they 
> pack the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which 
> was slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff. 
> Can you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will 
> be ruined for any other bike. 
>
> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running. 
> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of 
> excitement! 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Romulus rear derailleur hanger

[Roadie1432]

Thank you Joe and Jeremy, 

That is exactly what it has! I did not know about those. I will contact Wheels 
Manufacturing and see if they have some additional advice. 

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Re: [RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Patrick Moore]

Garth's most very happiest pun!

On Fri, May 18, 2018 at 6:35 AM, Garth  wrote:

> Well. there's no "time" like the present . you know  The
> Present !
>
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Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Patrick Moore]

I have no build advice, but I do say that (1) I wish I had the income of an
attorney at a big firm, and (2) that I had nice family to take some of that
money and buy me a nice Rivendell (I'd choose a Roadeo). I'll watch this
thread for developments.

Besides the build (and the statutory photos), I'll be interested in your
B-I-Law's reaction to the Clem.

Fun for you, too.



On Thu, May 17, 2018 at 11:26 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! <
jonasandle...@gmail.com> wrote:

> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her
> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The
> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his
> wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the
> yard and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and
> noticed her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's
> yard. With a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by
> now, long gone. You know where this story is going...
>
> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has
> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It
> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at
> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales
> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that
> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was
> pretty set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and
> waited for the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a
> change of heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice
> not to swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on
> your rear rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants
> trying to dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and
> nobody makes them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does!
>
> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for
> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use
> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he
> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away
> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves
> a shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a
> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching
> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on
> what must be done here.
>
> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and
> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping
> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and
> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and
> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so
> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on
> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large
> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and
> deck out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise.
>
> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they
> pack the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which
> was slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff.
> Can you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will
> be ruined for any other bike.
>
> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running.
> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of
> excitement!
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[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

[Garth]

Mine would be the Bombadil !   Hip hip hoooray for the Bomba ! !   

It's my all-arounder .   It's also the still the only production Riv that 
fits me "just right" , and not that stack and reach are included in the geo 
chart I can see why.  

I really like parallel and diagonal TT's compared to diagonals. I find it 
telling in some way that despite being not for sale as a production bike, 
it is still listed in every geo chart update.   A lighter tubed road-ish 
version based on those dimensions with some tweaks like a little longer 
reach and higher stack and front-center and possibly chainstays and a 71.5 
STA ... that's fun !  

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Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!]

Thank you all for your warm regards! I felt so happy to be among like-minded 
folks who know the thrill of a very first Rivendell. Also in my inbox was a 
note from Christopher Murray, resident of God's Country (that's North Dakota, 
where I also hail from), enclosing his Hail Mary credit for use on the Clem 
purchase. A sweet and thoughtful gesture that warmed our hearts. Thank you, 
Chris, you are too kind. (Kindness and helpfulness are rampant in God's 
Country; if you need to have your faith in humanity renewed, you might point 
your handlebars north and take a trip through God's Country this summer. Make 
sure you hit Diet God's Country, which is Minnesota while you're there.)

My sister and I just got off our 3 way call with Rivendell and D is now the 
proud owner of a new Grey Metallic 59 cm Clem L!!! She got him the standard 
build with with some fancy touches. Rive will use the copper tape with clear 
shellac to dress up those Boscos, and top them off with cork grips. He gets 
fenders and the Nitto Big Rear Rack. I added on a Wald basket for his rear 
rack, a Captain Hook net, a brass big-hammer bell, and a pair of Sackville blue 
mudflaps. Won't D look snazzy out there?  We have to wait about 2 weeks until 
his bike arrives, do you think we'll be able to bear it? We'll take photos of 
the the unboxing and the finished product and the proud new owner and report 
back here.

I'll make the pilgrimage to God's Country again this summer, and I can't wait 
to park my Betty Foy next to his Clem L. 

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[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Quickbeam - Orange - Complete

[jandrews]

The 58cm QB has been sold
Thank you 

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[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

[Matt]

Mark—No worries! That storm damage looked pretty extensive. Always like to 
hear how things are upstate. Miss it! Don't so much miss getting rides back 
to Brooklyn with my cousin doing 80 on the Taconic...

On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 3:58:50 AM UTC-7, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>
> Hey Matt, didn't mean to derail or hijack your post with stormy tales and 
> old bikes! That Ram is a beauty. Beacon has undergone some big changes in 
> the last few years. If you're ever back this way, give a holler!
>
> On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 7:39:01 PM UTC-4, Matt wrote:
>>
>> Mark—Oh, wow! My mom's family is from Newburgh/Pine Bush. I spent a lot 
>> of time up there when I lived in the city; a lot of Metro North to Beacon.
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 12:56:26 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote:
>>>
>>> Yay!! New Rambouilet pics online!!!
>>> My favorite Rivmodel!! Thanks for the pics!! 
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Red Rodeo Complete bike $2400

[Dan McNamara]

The Roadeo is sold. Thanks!

On Tue, May 15, 2018 at 7:47 PM, Dan McNamara  wrote:

> Continuing my purge of bikes that need to be ridden and currently are not.
>
> 57cm Hot Red Rodeo
>
> This bike was a demo bike at RBW built up by Mark. It has not seen many
> miles.
>
> Shimano 105 5700 10-speed group
> Compact (50/34) crankset w/ 172.5 crank arms
> 12-27 cassette
>
> Rich built A23 rims
> Jack Brown Green tires
> Nitto Tallux 10cm stem
> Nitto Crystal Fellow (s65) seatpost
> Nitto Noodle 46cm handlebars
> Brooks C17 Saddle
>
>
>
> Bike is in great shape and is a wonderful ride. Just not getting enough
> road time on it. The Shimano brifters shift great and the gearing is
> perfect for a fast road ramble with hills.
>
> Saddle height in picture is 72cm.
>
> $2400 plus actual shipping costs.
>
>
> I would prefer a local sale in the SF Bay Area but can work out shipping
> if necessary.
>
> Let me know if you are interested and want more pics.
>
> Dan
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Romulus rear derailleur hanger

[Jeremy Till]

Yes, I would agree that somebody stripped the derailleur hanger, then a 
Wheels Manufacturing "Dropout Saver" was installed to fix it: 

https://wheelsmfg.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=dropout+saver

The simplest solution would be to use the derailleur high limit screw to 
lock out the smallest cog.  I don't know about you, but I rarely use that 
cog.  You could also then re-adjust the derailleur to take the slack out of 
the shift cable and so that the 2nd-smallest cog is the last click on the 
shifter (if you're running indexed shifters), but that's not 100% 
essential.  

On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 9:58:18 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> It sounds like somebody stripped the original threaded hole, then 
> installed something in it to screw the derailer into. Definitely a repair. 

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Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[RichS]

Wonderful story! Thank you for sharing. Your brother in law will eventually say 
to himself: “wish I had discovered Rivendell sooner”.

Just remember to lock it up at night!

You made my day as well:-)
Richard

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[RBW] Romulus rear derailleur hanger

[Joe Bernard]

It sounds like somebody stripped the original threaded hole, then installed 
something in it to screw the derailer into. Definitely a repair. 

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Re: [RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Tim Gavin]

Congratulations!

If you want an Riv-appreciative shop in Minneapolis to receive, assemble,
and tune the Cheviot, give One on One cycle studio
 a try.  It's at 110 Washington Avenue
downtown, near the sports arenas and Fulton brewery.
One on One is run by Gene Oberpriller, who was with Bridgestone in Grant's
time.  They have a couple classic Bridgestones (XO-1 and others) on
display, as well as a hip coffee shop and some very expensive new bikes of
all kinds.  Great people, and great bike culture.

On Fri, May 18, 2018 at 12:26 AM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! <
jonasandle...@gmail.com> wrote:

> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her
> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The
> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his
> wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the
> yard and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and
> noticed her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's
> yard. With a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by
> now, long gone. You know where this story is going...
>
> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has
> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It
> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at
> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales
> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that
> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was
> pretty set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and
> waited for the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a
> change of heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice
> not to swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on
> your rear rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants
> trying to dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and
> nobody makes them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does!
>
> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for
> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use
> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he
> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away
> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves
> a shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a
> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching
> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on
> what must be done here.
>
> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and
> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping
> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and
> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and
> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so
> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on
> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large
> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and
> deck out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise.
>
> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they
> pack the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which
> was slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff.
> Can you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will
> be ruined for any other bike.
>
> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running.
> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of
> excitement!
>
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[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

[Ryan M.]

My first Rivendell was an orange cant Sam Hillborne and I loved it set up 
with Noodles, 650b freewheel Rivy hub and dyad wheels, and bar end 
shifters. At that time I ordered an orange Roadeo that I set up with 
Shimano Ultegra 6800 group with some Rolf Vigor wheels. That bike was fast 
and comfy and I did a bunch of riding on it. I'm a constant bike switcher 
so I sold those two bikes and got an Atlantis that I set up to ride trails 
with. It worked well but I wasn't loading it down enough with gear and I 
also got a full suspension mtb which started taking all my time. I wound up 
selling the Atlantis (wish I kept it now). 

I have a brand new Appaloosa now that I love. I have it set up with a sort 
of single speed style with a Paul Melvin and a two ring Silver crank in 
front that I shift with a thumb friction shifter on some choco-moose bars. 
The bike is fairly new to me and I only finished the build a week ago, but 
the two gravel rides I've done on it so far have been wonderful. 

I have to say out of the 4 rivs I've owned, my favorite is this Appaloosa 
even though all of the bikes have been top notch. I would have kept the 
Roadeo had I stayed riding on the road with the bike club but that kind of 
riding fell out of favor for me. I like how I have the Loosa set up and it 
is like riding a limousine on these gravel roads, plus the headbadge is 
cool. 

On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 5:30:55 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:

> I've owned 5: 3 custom Roads, 56 (55?) single tt, canti Sam, and blue Ram, 
> later model with room for 32s and fenders and space in between.
>
> I put more miles on the 2003 Curt, just about identical to the '99 Joe 
> gofast in frame geometry, drivetain/saddle/bar components and setup; it 
> just adds all the accoutrements -- fenders, racks f/r, dynolights, bell fer 
> gosh's sakes -- that you'd reasonably want for an "errand" bike, But, (just 
> rode it) I have to say that the stripper gofast is just *more fun* to 
> ride, measured by response in drivetrain to effort in legs. I don't know 
> why this is so, since the '03 has largely the same drivetrain, and wheels 
> -- same tires, Elk Pass -- as the '99. There is probably a 7 lb weight 
> differenceboth bikes unladen ('99 is 18.1 now that it adds second bottle 
> cage and Dingle on flip side); and the '03 is very often laden; but -- I 
> dunno. 
>
> I realize that all of this is very relative to your own type of riding; 
> but for me, if someone held a gun to my head and said: "One bike; choose 
> now!", I'd have to choose the '99 Joe.
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[RBW] Romulus rear derailleur hanger

[Roadie1432]

I am trying to get my red, S coupler-equipped Romulus on the road again. I 
have posted here before, looking for decals for it, (no luck). 

The problem is that the chain hits the derailleur hanger when it is on the 
smallest cog. (9 speed). I looked at it and there is a metal, hex head bushing 
installed in the hanger with the hex inboard. The derailleur is screwed into 
this bushing. Is this the standard set up for a Romulus or is this a repair? 
The hanger is straight and the drop outs are aligned. Thanks for any help.

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[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

[T Cal]

I too have Brompton that I ride almost daily. It exceeded my expectations in 
pretty much every way - especially comfort and ride quality. I’m 6’3” with a 
pbh around 93. I’ve tricked mine out with various aftermarket bits to make it 
lighter and shinier. Highly recommended  

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[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Single Speed/Dynamo Wheelset. Velocity Atlas, White Industries, Shimano Dynamo, Compass SBH Tires

[M G]

Hmmm, i sent you a PM, but i don't see it as existingi would like the 
rear wheel please, 
Ron

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 3:18:21 PM UTC-4, David B wrote:
>
> It is not Eccentric - standard ENO. I was using a rear derailleur as a 
> tensioner, thus it worked perfectly with a 16/18 DOS freewheel and 46/34 
> chainrings.
> Silver! Thanks for noticing my good taste!
> David
>
> On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 11:50:38 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>> You've said it's a White Industries ENO hub, and you've said it's 135mm 
>> and FW only (not track and not flip-flop).  The things I can't determine 
>> from the photos are:
>>
>> Is it an Eccentric ENO?  I assume yes, because you show it on a bike with 
>> vertical dropouts
>> Is it Silver?  I assume yes, because you have good taste ;-)
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito CA
>>
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 8:11:51 AM UTC-7, David B wrote:
>>>
>>> Dynamo wheel is sold. Rear single speed wheel is still available.
>>> Thanks,
>>> David
>>>
>>> On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 7:34:19 PM UTC-5, David B wrote:

 Let’s split it down the middle. $150 plus shipping for either wheel. 
>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: GDMBR with Adventure Cycling

[nick b]

Yes!  So I actually decided to purchase my Appaloosa while riding from 
Banff to Whitefish last summer on a converted rig that blew out 3 spokes on 
the rear wheel about 40 miles north of the Canadian border.  Long story but 
it's incredible an incredible trip.  One of the best experiences of my 
life.  I'll ride the GDMBR one day.  I actually had been lusting after an 
Atlantis for well over 10 years but the Appaloosa was easier to swallow at 
the time so I went for it.  Had I known that they would make the chainstays 
longer and sell it for damn near half the price of the USA made one I would 
have waited for the Atlantis!  But oh well, I'm beyond happy with my 
build.  Enjoy your trip.  Make sure you ride Going-to-the-Sun Road both 
ways.  It's unbelievable.

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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[dougP]

What a great story with a happy outcome.  Since it's approaching mid-day in 
the Twin Cities, I assume the deal is done.  With all of these people being 
asked not to buy the bike, and of course cooperating, I think you may have 
created a conspiracy.  But since your BIL is an attorney, he can render an 
opinion on that.  After cheap bikes, he's gonna love his new one!

dougP

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 10:26:49 PM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
wrote:
>
> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her 
> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The 
> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his 
> wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the 
> yard and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and 
> noticed her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's 
> yard. With a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by 
> now, long gone. You know where this story is going...
>
> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has 
> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It 
> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at 
> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales 
> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that 
> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was 
> pretty set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and 
> waited for the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a 
> change of heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice 
> not to swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on 
> your rear rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants 
> trying to dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and 
> nobody makes them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does! 
>
> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for 
> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use 
> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he 
> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away 
> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves 
> a shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a 
> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching 
> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on 
> what must be done here.
>
> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and 
> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping 
> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and 
> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and 
> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so 
> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on 
> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large 
> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and 
> deck out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise. 
>
> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they 
> pack the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which 
> was slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff. 
> Can you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will 
> be ruined for any other bike. 
>
> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running. 
> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of 
> excitement! 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Josette Akresh-Gonzales]

What a great story!!! Thanks for sharing. It put a smile on my face. :)

Josette

On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:26:49 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:
>
> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her 
> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The 
> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his 
> wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the 
> yard and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and 
> noticed her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's 
> yard. With a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by 
> now, long gone. You know where this story is going...
>
> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has 
> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It 
> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at 
> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales 
> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that 
> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was 
> pretty set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and 
> waited for the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a 
> change of heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice 
> not to swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on 
> your rear rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants 
> trying to dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and 
> nobody makes them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does! 
>
> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for 
> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use 
> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he 
> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away 
> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves 
> a shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a 
> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching 
> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on 
> what must be done here.
>
> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and 
> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping 
> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and 
> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and 
> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so 
> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on 
> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large 
> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and 
> deck out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise. 
>
> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they 
> pack the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which 
> was slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff. 
> Can you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will 
> be ruined for any other bike. 
>
> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running. 
> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of 
> excitement! 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Extreme Commuting--a checklist ride complete

[Bill Lindsay]

Thanks for the route, Kellie

I'll report back when I follow it.  :-)

BL in EC

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 6:56:21 PM UTC-7, Kellie wrote:
>
> Justin, here's the link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27535193 
> Fruitvale BART to Coyote Springs. Both Union City and Fremont BART not far 
> from Coyote Springs. Coyote Springs is fun in and of itself. Crandall Creek 
> trail is the termination at Coyote Springs but if you go the other way, 
> Alameda Creek trail, it goes all the way to Mission Blvd. Also, the bike 
> path over the Dumbarton Bridge interfaces at Coyote Springs. Cut across to 
> the South Bay via the Dumbarton Bridge. the choices are endless.
> Yes Bill, much is SF Bay Trail.
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Shoji Takahashi]

love your stories and influence peddling. 

If one's going to lose a bike, forgetting it by fawning over SO and dog is 
excusable... or should be. Clem-it-up.

shoji
Arlington MA

On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:26:49 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:
>
> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her 
> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The 
> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his 
> wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the 
> yard and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and 
> noticed her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's 
> yard. With a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by 
> now, long gone. You know where this story is going...
>
> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has 
> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It 
> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at 
> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales 
> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that 
> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was 
> pretty set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and 
> waited for the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a 
> change of heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice 
> not to swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on 
> your rear rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants 
> trying to dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and 
> nobody makes them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does! 
>
> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for 
> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use 
> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he 
> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away 
> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves 
> a shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a 
> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching 
> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on 
> what must be done here.
>
> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and 
> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping 
> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and 
> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and 
> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so 
> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on 
> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large 
> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and 
> deck out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise. 
>
> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they 
> pack the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which 
> was slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff. 
> Can you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will 
> be ruined for any other bike. 
>
> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running. 
> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of 
> excitement! 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

[Justin, Oakland]

I can’t believe you said FS posts instead of bartering. Bickering, bartering 
and ride reports. Get your consonance in gear. 

-J

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[RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[tc]

I think you should get extra Riv credits!  Wow - lucky brother in law!!  

This put a smile on my face and it’s not even my bike - happy Friday all. 

Tom

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[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

['Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Last year I was going to be making my first trip to Riv HQ. It was a couple of 
months away, but I called because the head badge on the Hilsen was gone, and I 
wanted to make sure they had one I could buy and pick up when I came out. Will 
said, "You can't ride a Hilsen without a head badge for that long. What's your 
address?" He sent it to me that day, no charge. Of course, now that this is 
public, Will is going to have to answer to the shareholders at the quarterly 
meeting as to why he's giving away profits...

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[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

[lconley]

One in the mail box, one in the Roadini frame box.

Laing
Cocoa, FL

>
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[RBW] Re: GDMBR with Adventure Cycling

[Jeffrey Arita]

Hi Bill,

Ah, got it on the ACA tourMy wife and I have never been up in the 
Canadian Rockies by bicycle so it will be a "first-time" experience for 
us.  From Mexico to Butte, MT we had the good fortune to see all the riders 
headed southbound.  We saw ALL kinds of bikes on the Divide.  Many of the 
Europeans brought their standard touring bicycles (front and rear racks 
with panniers) with relatively narrow Schwalbe touring tires.  They got 
along fine!  Have a great time!

Best regards,

Jeff

On Monday, May 14, 2018 at 6:39:26 AM UTC-7, Bill Schairer wrote:
>
> First, I thought I posted a reply to everyone thanking for all the good 
> wishes but I don't see it.
>
> Second, Jeff, what I'm going on is one of ACA's organized tours from Banff 
> to Whitefish, MT.  I saw that about the route extension to Jasper for their 
> maps but I'm quite certain Jasper will not be our starting point on the 
> tour.  Maybe next time.  This is my first organized tour so I'm a bit 
> nervous about that.  I've always toured with friends or family but nobody I 
> know wants to do self contained camping anymore much less off road and I 
> don't want to make my first off road by myself, so...
>
> I have done Jasper to Banff on the Icefields Parkway back in 1982 and it 
> was spectacular.  Truly a can't miss ride.
>
> On Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 8:34:10 AM UTC-7, Jeffrey Arita wrote:
>>
>> Hey Bill,
>>
>> Have a BLAST on the GDMBR!  Looks like you have prepped very well.
>>
>> Will the ACA allow you to start from Jasper, this being the 20th 
>> Anniversary of the GD?  The ACA is supposed to have the map section for the 
>> Canada portion updated to have the new terminus in Jasper (vs. Banff) by 
>> June 15th or so.  An additional 387 miles, through some of the most 
>> gorgeous scenery on the planet.  My wife called and their website says June 
>> 15 but verbally they are not committing to any specific date for public 
>> availability of the revised map section :(
>>
>> My wife and I are headed back up to Butte, MT late June / early July.  We 
>> are northbounders.  Last year we departed Puerto Palomas (alternate 
>> end/start) and made it to Butte before the first snows hit in 
>> mid-September.  We hit the pause button in 2017.  So, we are hitting the 
>> re-start button and maybe we will encounter you later this year?  When do 
>> you depart?
>>
>> Best regards,
>>
>> Jeff
>>
>> On Friday, May 11, 2018 at 3:52:24 PM UTC-7, Bill Schairer wrote:
>>>
>>> Just received final confirmation (on my 65th birthday) from AC that our 
>>> tour from Banff to Whitefish on the GDMBR is officially a go. I have been 
>>> excitedly prepping myself and my Atlantis for this adventure. Hanging from 
>>> the frame will be:
>>>
>>>
>>> Bruce Gordon front and rear racks
>>>
>>> VO decaleur front rack
>>>
>>> 3 cheapo/clearance water bottle cages from Nashbar
>>>
>>> B17 saddle, very well broken in and so comfortable
>>>
>>> Sugino triple 46/36/24
>>>
>>> Shimano A530 pedals (spd one side, platform the other)
>>>
>>> Suntour Cyclone FD
>>>
>>> Suntour VGT RD
>>>
>>> Suntour bar-end friction shifters
>>>
>>> Shimano HG-400-9 12-36 cassette
>>>
>>> Crane Creek brake levers on Specialized 40mm drop bars (swapped from 
>>> stoker position on tandem for Albastache)
>>>
>>> Shimano cantilever brakes
>>>
>>> Deore LX 32/36 hubs laced by RL to Velocity Synergy 700C rims
>>>
>>> Schwalbe Mondial 50mm tires (measure at 47-48 @ 40 psi on the Velocity 
>>> rims)
>>>
>>>
>>> I’ve decided against fenders because clearance is so tight, I am not 
>>> sure I can fit them in the bike box, it will simplify break down and 
>>> reassembly (which I’ll be doing myself), and it will reduce toe overlap. I 
>>> may decide to borrow 40 hole, White Industries, Velocity Dyad front wheel 
>>> from tandem but probably not. I’ll box the bike myself in a Bikeflights 
>>> cardboard box and check for $25 on Alaskan Airlines.
>>>
>>> May opt for a smaller water bottle on the bottom - that’s pretty tight. 
>>> 40+ year old Kirtland handlebar bag, Beckman front and rear panniers. I 
>>> suspect there will be some modifications yet as I ride and fiddle. 
>>> Certainly, this is no UL rig but I can and have lifted it over obstacles as 
>>> much as 2 ft high.  Maybe I'll be lucky and get a "whatever it takes" 
>>> comment.
>>>
>>> I have plenty of touring experience but do not have a lot of 
>>> off-pavement experience. I have been doing some practicing here in San 
>>> Diego to try to get ready. I have successfully taken this unloaded up a 
>>> about half-mile 15-22% gravel grade but only made it up about half way on 
>>> my one and only loaded attempt. Pushing the rest of the way was no picnic. 
>>> I will try again doubtlessly. I’m a little concerned about climbs like this 
>>> at altitude but one way or another, I’ll manage. Interestingly (to me), 
>>> I’ve found riding loaded on gravel is easier for me (except for steepest 
>>> grades) than unloaded. I don’t have to 

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Garth]

Well. there's no "time" like the present . you know  The Present !  

The Gift.For-Ever-Present 

The Gift that keeps giving and giving  and giving . never ending 
and never beginning 

The Happiest Trail of All . the one be-fore "getting there"  the one 
nearer than your nose.. closer than breathing . oh so SO !  

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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[Deacon Patrick]

Fantastic! You may want to buy the bike online so it’s clearly yours, then call 
in for the details.

With abandon,
Patrick

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[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

['Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Reporting in from the Hudson Valley Region of New York State. Catalog 
arrived 05/17/18 at approximately 1515. About to open and peruse while 
eating breakfast. Comments forthcoming. Over.

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 11:49:59 PM UTC-4, Richard Rios wrote:
>
> Mine arrived yesterday...must say well done :) !

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[RBW] Re: Ram in the Dirt

['Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Hey Matt, didn't mean to derail or hijack your post with stormy tales and 
old bikes! That Ram is a beauty. Beacon has undergone some big changes in 
the last few years. If you're ever back this way, give a holler!

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 7:39:01 PM UTC-4, Matt wrote:
>
> Mark—Oh, wow! My mom's family is from Newburgh/Pine Bush. I spent a lot of 
> time up there when I lived in the city; a lot of Metro North to Beacon.
>
>
> On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 12:56:26 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote:
>>
>> Yay!! New Rambouilet pics online!!!
>> My favorite Rivmodel!! Thanks for the pics!! 
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

[islaysteve]

This is great!  Looking forward to more of the story...and of course pix 
when it's time.  Good luck and have fun shopping!


On Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:26:49 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:
>
> Today started out with an early morning call from my sister, who said her 
> husband's old Specialized hybrid bike had been stolen from their yard. The 
> prior evening, her husband (who I'll call D), in his haste to greet his 
> wife and Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, ditched his trusty old green steed in the 
> yard and forgot about it. The next morning my sister left for work and 
> noticed her husband's helmet and u-lock had been cast into the neighbor's 
> yard. With a sinking feeling, she looked around for the bike, which was by 
> now, long gone. You know where this story is going...
>
> D was in need of a new bike. They just relocated to Minneapolis, which has 
> fabulous bike trails, and it is a shame to miss a day of riding to work. It 
> was not designated Best Biking City for nothing! He started looking at 
> Raleigh and Handsome and Surly, but when I got word I did my best sales 
> pitch(read: nagging) for Rivendell. Initially, he didn't want to pour that 
> much money into a bike that may be stolen (he works downtown). He was 
> pretty set on that sloping top-tube Raleigh, and I sighed in defeat and 
> waited for the photos. Suddenly my sister called and said D was having a 
> change of heart!  He wanted a step-through bike, because it's awfully nice 
> not to swing your leg over a top tube and kick the giant leather bag on 
> your rear rack. Also, it's nice when you don't rip your expensive pants 
> trying to dismount. Yes, a step-through bike is just the ticket - and 
> nobody makes them in his size. Oh wait - Rivendell does! 
>
> He did some research and discovered there's a special locked area for 
> employees to stow their bikes. It requires a key card and then he can use 
> his own locks, too. As long as he remembers to put his bike away before he 
> fawns all over his wife and dog, he has a good chance of keeping it away 
> from thieves. He is good for the money and now out of excuses. He deserves 
> a shiny new Rivendell awaiting him in his garage. Minneapolis deserves a 
> glorious new Rivendell traversing its paths. I deserve to have matching 
> Rivendells with my favorite brother-in-law. I think we can all agree on 
> what must be done here.
>
> D is an attorney at a big firm and has no spare time to call Rivendell and 
> order his bike, but guess who has all the time in the world for shopping 
> with other people's money? Yes, me, devoted sister that I am. My sister and 
> I are going to group call Rivendell (I wonder if that's ever been done) and 
> snatch that 59 cm green Clem L the website says they have in stock, so 
> please, nobody buy it before we get to it tomorrow! D gave us free reign on 
> how to set it up, asking only for a rear rack and basket that holds a large 
> load. He's kind of snazzy, so I'm going to use my Hail Mary credits and 
> deck out his Clem in some fancy extras as a surprise. 
>
> Won't he be delighted by the art on the box? The skill with which they 
> pack the bike? He's had only Target bikes and the stolen Specialized, which 
> was slowly giving out under his large frame and ridiculous loads of stuff. 
> Can you imagine how luxurious that Rivendell ride will feel to him? He will 
> be ruined for any other bike. 
>
> I'll send photos of the happy new customer when we get him up and running. 
> Now I'd better head for bed, though who can sleep with this kind of 
> excitement! 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

['Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch]

I know of at least one lister (Anton) over at iBob who loved his Bike 
Friday tandem but traded it in for a Haul-a-Day when the kids got bigger. 
Think I have that right. 

On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 8:33:57 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote:
>
> Thanks for all the comments!  Buying new they have stated that if I get it 
> and don't like it I am able to send it back for the cost of freight.  Which 
> is why I'm going to go ahead with the tandem.
>
> I'm not ready to dump my fleet of Rivendel's but am / have changed my 
> goals -  in retirement I've been driving over the road tour buses, an bike 
> friday might be a good fit since it doesn't need to be boxed just folded 
> for the trip - the tandem the same thing..  for flights they say to plan an 
> hour to box etc. 
>
> The ride will be the telling story... I' not about speed anymore nor super 
> long distance.. if it's comfortable for 50 ish miles then I'm golden for 
> the tandem.  
>
> In the early phases...  my wife doesn't ride the roadeo anymore - her go 
> to bike is the Betty Foy -  I am still in love with both my Bombadil and 
> AHH.  So even though I might part with the Bombadil nobody would pay the 
> price it would take for me to let it go (I don't think)
>
> I am making sure there are no one way trips down a rat hole with no way 
> out.. :)
>
> Kelly
>
> On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 4:45:40 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote:
>>
>> I’m looking at a bike Friday tandem and a bike Friday world tour for me. 
>>   Anyone have any experience with either 
>>
>> I don’t have the post ready yet but am considering selling 
>>
>> 61cm roadeo in new condition 
>> 64 cm bombadil.   
>>
>> Mind isn’t made up yet just thinking about it.   
>>
>> Kelly 
>> 314-799-4743
>
>

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