[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread masmojo
Leah, don't sweat it too much, but do what you can to minimize the damage, just having a bike (or bikes) on a vacation is such a special treat, one that you only get by driving. My son and I drove to California a couple years ago, took our bikes and had a great time riding in Santa Fe, Sedona,

Re: [RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread masmojo
I had a 92 XO-1 for 23 years and it is a lovely machine. I would have kept mine had I gotten the proper size all those years ago. When I was younger I could ride a small bike, with no problem, There are some advantages to the XO I find it to be much more compliant then many of the later

[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread dougP
My Atlantis looked seriously bedraggled after spending a day on the back of a flat bed truck in a serious rainstorm. Long story but the guy who loaded the bikes & drove them between points A & B had no idea what he was doing. Fortunately, he used rope instead of chain to tie the load down. I

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread dougP
Paul: Thanks for the chainguard info. I'll look into it. Not sure what the max tire size with fenders is. The Toyos were rated at 52 mm for 700c (58 cm & up) and 2.1 for 26" (56 cm & below), but no mention of whether that was with fenders. I've had 45 mm Schwalbe Marathon Supremes on with

[RBW] (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Mackenzy Albright
Hi there. I am in a similar boat and just ordered a grey baggabond. (I really like huge bags and always have regretted ordering a smaller size) I'm about the same PBH as you (89) and have ~11" saddle loops to a cheap no-name saddle bag support rack. I am running RTP's so curious if I'd be able

Re: [RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Lyman Labry
I can vouch for the Homer being luxurious. I was considering a Roadini or a custom 90’s Rivendell bike for sale on their website. Grant recommended the Homer instead. It’s been an awesome ride. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 9:29 PM Jason Fuller wrote: > The XO-1 is a very cool collector item, but

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Joel Stern
Well my AR used 26” rims, that was my reference. Sometimes I don’t have all or of the nomenclature. And I probably did not understand the post properly. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 8:23 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Joel: I guess you meant to say that you don't like 29" tires? Excuse if I > misread. >

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Jason Fuller
The XO-1 is a very cool collector item, but I'll come right out and say it: it is overpriced for its ride quality, due to its collector status. For a Sunday driver I think it's a great bike but for an everyday, long distance road bike, the Roadini has another 30 years of Grant's experience

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Jason Fuller
My B17 has been drenched quite a number of times over the course of the 12 years I've had it. It looks great today with no uneven watermarks like that - I admit to being too lazy to read if this has already been mentioned but applying a coat of leather conditioner will blend that away! On

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Leah Peterson
Thank you to all who sent the fantastic suggestions! I will go to a hardware store tomorrow and see if I can get that gray pipe foam. Thanks to all who sent personal anecdotes - you are a comfort as well as a joy! I was especially moved by Paul In Dallas’ story about his late friend and also

Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts on Rivendell cork grips

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
In fact, I did just that on my very recently erstwhile Dahon Hon Solo, with Surly Open bar: 2 layers of faux cork tape from thriftily saved oddments. It worked well. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 7:30 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Just one man's experience, but when I layered my Moustache bars with >

Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts on Rivendell cork grips

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
Just one man's experience, but when I layered my Moustache bars with innertube under conventional (ie, not cloth) bar tape, it didn't make the bar softer, though it did help by making it thicker. Me, if I were looking for cushion, I'd wrap my bar in 2 layers of conventional bar tape, cork or faux

Re: [RBW] XO-1 or Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
I owned a 1992 XO 1, and I asked Grant to build me 3 road customs, with 26" wheels, to ride nicer than the XO-1. 25 years later, I can safely and confidently say that a newer Rivendell, whether custom, Rambouillet, or Sam Hill (at least the first edition Sam Hill) all do better on pavement and on

[RBW] This is second time this happened and I am seriously annoyed. And I would like help to see this doesn't happen again.

2020-07-13 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch
So I am minding my own business, out for my evening ride on my Appaloosa, when the saddle came off. I didn't crash but it was not fun. The bolt was completely sheared off. But the weird thing is, the same thing happened to me a year ago. Any idea as to why this keeps happening? The saddle

Re: [RBW] Introduction and "Classic" Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
Another pretty orange bike. Welcome, and kudos on the nice build. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 8:46 AM Jim Plaugher wrote: > Hi folks! I'd like to properly introduce myself and tell the story of my > first Rivendell, a 58 Roadini. > I have been a long time listener to this group, but for many

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
Leah, Remember the rides with your niece, the Rivs and that little red Special are part of the Peterson clan. Can’t imagine a vacation by your family without them. Just Ride! An ounce of prevention. HD grocery bag over leather seats. Pipe insulation can successfully protect a frame even to

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Joe Bernard
One of my favorite things about Rivendell is they make not-cheap frames with gorgeous paint jobs, then tell you to scratch 'em up. The Clem was supposed to be the anti-pretty Riv with flat black paint you could touch up with a rattle can. They couldn't bring themselves to do it!  -- You

[RBW] Re: FS: Randi Jo Fabrications Jeff 'n Joan's Bag, Flannel Blanket

2020-07-13 Thread Benz Ouyang, Sunnyvale, CA
Hey Jim, I'm interested in your Jeff 'n Joan's Bag. I can't reply privately to you, so this will have to do. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 2:27:20 PM UTC-7 Jim S. wrote: > This is the perfect bag to mount to your Jones H-Bar. > > Very little use, very good condition. > > Here are photos: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
Joel: I guess you meant to say that you don't like 29" tires? Excuse if I misread. Here's what I've found after comparing the very light, very short, 24.8"-tall, ~28 mm wide, Elk Pass-shod wheels on my 26" wheel road bikes with the 29.6"-tall, 60 mm-wide tires on my dirt road bike: at least with

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
Oh, and kudos for the very, very nice saddle-to-bar drop!!! On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 6:12 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Lovely! That early Ram orange inspired my own choice of Molteni orange for > a to-be-refurbished early '70s road frame (which, incidentally, will take > slightly wider tires than

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
Lovely! That early Ram orange inspired my own choice of Molteni orange for a to-be-refurbished early '70s road frame (which, incidentally, will take slightly wider tires than even my erstwhile blue-paint-era Ram). Just how wide are the tires pictured? Man! When I see firm dirt surfaces like

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Max Diener
Thanks Patrick Well, I realized my calculator was in radian mode instead of degrees. I think I have roughly 15" of clearance between saddle and tire... And I'm glad I'm not in high school geometry any more  -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Takashi
Hi John Here's the Hunqapillar page I found on Wayback Machine. I hope the link works. Hunqapillar page on Riv website I don't know how Wayback Machine works; frames should have been grey/red at

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Steve Palincsar
Racks like that are notorious for damaging bicycles. On 7/13/20 7:39 PM, James Valiensi wrote: I like watching my mountain bikes get marks due to wear. But hated to see them get bang up because of mishandling them. Grind a layer of paint off the chain stays from a muddy ride - cool. Drop the

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
More about the Carradice SQR system: I works well to hold regular (and not just the purpose-designed Super C Slim) transverse saddlebags higher than the rear of the saddle (tho' your have to be aware that you'll need to lift your leg higher when you swing it over the saddle, in case that is a

Re: [RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread James Valiensi
I like watching my mountain bikes get marks due to wear. But hated to see them get bang up because of mishandling them. Grind a layer of paint off the chain stays from a muddy ride - cool. Drop the bike for no reason and band up a grip - not cool. > On Jul 13, 2020, at 4:34 PM, Scott McLain

[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Scott McLain
I bought Dave's old root beer AHH. It came to me with a lot of beausage, but no dents. I bought it assuming I would get it repainted. I haven't done it. It takes a lot of pressure off that it has lots of beausage. The principal of beausage has changed my life. I did find some clear

[RBW] More on the Chauncey Matthews replacement for the 2003 Curt Goodrich Riv Road

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
I picked up the new fixed gear wheel Saturday and rode it today; first fixed ride on this frame, same 70" gear as before. The new frame seems to make it easier to climb seated while torquing hard-ish-ly at relatively low-ish cadences. New bike, same parts and wheels: 24.98 lb with AM hub and

[RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Max Diener
Whoops. Totally forgot to factor in that the saddle height is at a 70 degree angle. That puts me much closer to 12" between saddle and tire with my napkin math and if I'm remembering sohcahtoa right... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Brian, Do you mean the clear Gorilla Glue, or the clear Gorilla Super Glue. The super glue says it only gives you 10-45 seconds of working time. Thanks, John On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:55:07 AM UTC-7, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Piece of cloth tape on the handle bar and some Gorilla

[RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Max Diener
Thanks for all of the replies here; this is a very helpful community. I tend to agree the Nitto rack could make a great solution--I just don't know that I'm trying to spend that kind of money right now! Now I find myself in a pickle because I could have sworn that I measured 13" between top

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Ryan M.
I remember the Bomba being marketed pretty heavily with the old style mustache bars, which I'm sure would work great on a Hunq frame too. I was very close to buying both a Bomba and a Hunq at different times and did a bunch of research about those frames (I still think the Hunqapillar

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Joel Stern
It’s a great looking bike. I don’t like 26” wheels either but love 659b. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 6:14 PM ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: > Hi Joel. > > It's a 53cm, actually. > > I'm 5' 11" with a 34-ish PBH (longer torso). Fits me really well. > > I suppose the next size up would have worked as well, I'd

Re: [RBW] Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
This is very good advice. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 4:32 PM True Golden wrote: > I bought a Rivendell Road back in 1999. > > I wish I still had it. > > Around a year later I lamented to Grant it had slipped while leaning on > the corner of my house and slipped down said corner leaving an inch or

[RBW] Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread True Golden
I bought a Rivendell Road back in 1999. I wish I still had it. Around a year later I lamented to Grant it had slipped while leaning on the corner of my house and slipped down said corner leaving an inch or so scrape on the top tube. He responded something to the effect,'He considered putting a

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Garth, Thanks, but I believe Rivendell is overwhelmed & understaffed these days as they struggle to manage their business in the middle of this pandemic. I doubt Grant has time right now conversations about the geometry of a bike he stopped making years ago. Maybe I'm wrong, but I'm

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread ☆ Paul ☆
PS: I'll repost pics with the new handlebars and fenders when they arrive. The Billie bars work better for me on this bike. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 6:14:21 PM UTC-4 ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: > Hi Joel. > > It's a 53cm, actually. > > I'm 5' 11" with a 34-ish PBH (longer torso). Fits me really well.

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread ☆ Paul ☆
Hi Joel. It's a 53cm, actually. I'm 5' 11" with a 34-ish PBH (longer torso). Fits me really well. I suppose the next size up would have worked as well, I'd just have to have used a shorter stem and you'd see less seatpost... but I wanted 650B wheels — I dislike fat tires on 29'er wheels,

Re: [RBW] Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Joe Bernard
Oh Leah, you break my poor anti-beausage heart. I must look away! -- 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: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread 'Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch
If you'd settle for the previous generation large SaddleSack, in Olive (!), I have a barely used one. I don't commute anymore and have a grocery store in sight of my house. If I go to Trader Joe's, I use a medium Saddle Sack (thanks to Joe!) and pannier(s) if need be. Let me know if you are

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Joel Stern
Paul, is that a 52 or 54? I am curious about your PBH and what size you went for, and it looks like the top of the step is equal to the saddle. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:46:18 AM UTC-4, ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: > > Hello Everyone. I'm new-is here. > > Almost finished building up my new Atlantis

[RBW] I recommend this vendor for Miche cogs:* Cycle Clinic in the UK

2020-07-13 Thread Patrick Moore
*And for other things hard to find in the US; but certainly for Miche cogs for Shimano and Campagnolo drivetrains. Order complete early Fri, 7/10 morning; UPS dumped at my door about 12 noon Monday. I realize that this quick transit may be a fluke of meshing schedules, but my statistical sample

Re: [RBW] Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
+1 on pipe wrap. A few bucks’ worth of pipe wrap can save a lot of damage. I’ve shipped many bikes all over the place and never a problem. Get some of that cool blue masking tape to hold the pipe wrap in place. Or gaffer’s tape. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

[RBW] Re: Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread George Schick
Couple of tips for traveling with bikes on racks: 1) Wrap the upper and lower headset bearings with something like Saran Wrap. This keeps the grease from being blown out of the headset while traveling at highway speeds. 2) After you've mounted the bikes on the rack where you want them, move

Re: [RBW] Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Ray Varella
That’s a bummer. Most hardware stores sell foam pipe covers designed for insulating water pipes. They are split along their length. I use them whenever I ship a bike or frame. They can be used many times over and are easily secured with zip ties. Bubble wrap is another option. It might be

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Joel Stern
Beautiful bike, I like how you've set it up On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:46:18 AM UTC-4, ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: > > Hello Everyone. I'm new-is here. > > Almost finished building up my new Atlantis MIT and thought I'd share it. > *What > does MIT stand for, anyway?* > > Finally coming to the

[RBW] FS: Randi Jo Fabrications Jeff 'n Joan's Bag, Flannel Blanket

2020-07-13 Thread Jim S.
This is the perfect bag to mount to your Jones H-Bar. Very little use, very good condition. Here are photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZkWDTXNHJYouTcu16 Here's a product description: https://www.randijofab.com/collections/bags/products/jeffs-joans-bar-bag Price is $65 shipped. -- You

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread ☆ Paul ☆
Hi Doug, Thanks for your reply. It's interesting, because a lot of long wheelbase bikes have too much rake up front, which makes the front feel kind of sloggy. The new Atlantis has a tight enough rake, just a long rear end, and so it still feels relatively agile. Very cleverly done. What is

[RBW] Things I Regret: Beausage on Vacation

2020-07-13 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
Every year I point the van north and drive from Vegas to small town North Dakota, and the lakes country of Minnesota. And every year I drag 3-4 bikes along with us on a Saris rack. I’ve gone through several different bikes in the past several years (the kids are growing, I switched to That Clem

[RBW] Velocity dyad wheelset, other small parts

2020-07-13 Thread gabriel luke thompson aspinwall
Stem and front derailleur have sold. -- 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 view this discussion

Re: [RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Jay, Funny thing, after my last post, I thought to myself, "I'll bet Jay's kid gave him that bell." There's absolutely no better kind of bell, bar none! (pun intended) ;) You're a lucky dad! John On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 12:16:26 PM UTC-7, Jay Lonner wrote: > > The Pass and Stow

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread dougP
Paul: BTW, the 1 x 10 is not unusual. If it does what you need done, it's right for you. Long ago, Grant said something to the effect that a bike frame was just a place to hang all the parts you need for what you want to do with your bike. I doubt there are too many Rivendells out there

[RBW] Introduction and "Classic" Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Brady Smith
Love the bike, and good to see a fellow Iowan on this list. I live in NJ now and while we have some great cycling I do miss the miles and miles of quiet country roads. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread dougP
Paul: Great to hear you're enjoying your ride. The current Atlantis is the most comfortable one yet. Short history: Toyo built the Atlantis for a long time, and while it was updated a bit here'n'there, it was mostly things like adding braze-ons & minor running changes. A few years ago

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Garth
It's all good John, we're all here to shoot the breeze about bikes ! As I recall, and you know how recollections can go The Bomba was apparently, according to Grant, one of if not the most expensive Riv frames to build. The H frame is a response to make it more appealing costwise for

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks C17 saddle, brown

2020-07-13 Thread Jim S.
bump. $70 shipped. On Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 11:11:29 AM UTC-5, Jim S. wrote: > > Very very slight use. The rails show that it has been mounted. > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/iqGeUMQY32Pd9abr8 > > $78 plus $10 shipping. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] FS: Swift Industires Polaris Porteur Bag

2020-07-13 Thread Jim S.
This bag can be used in lieu of a basket and a bag, although I think you want a platform larger than a Mark's rack. Condition is almost new. I don't believe I've ever used it. Here's a link to photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/EecGi4Pb16GQYa379 Here's a detailed review from the

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Joe Bernard
Hey Max, if you can live with gray in a brand new Happisack for less than a brand new price, gimme a holler. I've never used the dang thing and I don't see that changing this year so maybe you can. Check me at: joeremi62 gmail com or text 415 786 4623 -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: FS- 2 Maxxis Rambler 700 x 40mm folding tubeless ready tires

2020-07-13 Thread Bruce Smitham
These tires are SOLD On Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 5:09:05 PM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > For sale 2 Maxxis Rambler tires 700 x 40mm silk shield folding tubeless > ready in good or fair condition. Plenty of life left in them. Has some > sealant residue. $20 plus shipping CONUS. Buyer pays any

Re: [RBW] Re: Reading saddle threads, B17, Berthoud Mente

2020-07-13 Thread Steve Palincsar
I don't know if they still have the program, but five or six years ago they did and I took advantage of it. As it turned out, none of their saddles worked for me, but it was well worth trying.  Since then, I've tried to provide similar assistance to friends by lending them a Berthoud Aspin.

Re: [RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Jay Lonner
The Pass and Stow rack is great - the weak link is the basket and its high center of gravity. I’ve probably carried 15-20# with no issues, and I wouldn’t hesitate to carry more than that in lowrider panniers. I’m glad you noticed the Rat Fink bell. My youngest daughter gave it to me as a

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Bill Rhea
Attachments didn't take; here's a link to some Hunqa photos . Bill On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 12:05:03 PM UTC-7, Bill Rhea wrote: > > I don't know if it was designed for them, but FWIW the Bosco Bullmoose bar > on

[RBW] Velocity dyad wheelset, other small parts

2020-07-13 Thread gabriel luke thompson aspinwall
Hey I’ve got Velocity wheelset I’m trying to let go and a few other parts. Everything but the wheelset, price includes shipping. 700c velocity dyad with continental raceking 2.2s $200+ship Surly single speed kit $40 Thomson 130mm stem 5 degree rise 25.4 clamp $20 good for a new Gus if you wanna

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Joe Bernard
Oof, I've seen the XO you're looking at..your competition for bidding have lost their minds! It's a lovely piece of history but I don't think they're worth what those folks seem willing to pay. Modern Rivs are better bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: PSA: hubbuh hubbuh

2020-07-13 Thread Corwin
Hi Adam - Not sure when you bought your Hubbuhubbuh - but I bought mine in November 2019. I paid Riv $2200. So this looks like $600 off the retail price. If I didn't already have one - I would grab it! Thanks, Corwin On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:38:51 AM UTC-7, Adam Kimball wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Joe Bernard
Roadini. The XO-1 is a fun bike but achieves its low-standover sizing at the expense of a short headtube..getting them bars up is an exercise in searching for tall stems and bars. I've owned both and the Roadini is a truly great bicycle. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts on Rivendell cork grips

2020-07-13 Thread Joel Stern
There instructions on line, I am not home but if you need a link let me know. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 1:53 PM Scott McLain wrote: > An old tube under tape is a brilliant idea! Why didn't I think of that? > I just changed my Homer from an Albatros back to drops. I just wrapped > them this

Re: [RBW] Re: Reading saddle threads, B17, Berthoud Mente

2020-07-13 Thread Joel Stern
Thanks John, your Next to last line made me laugh. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 1:14 PM 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I believe Rivet Cycle Works has a saddle "Try Before You Buy" program, and > they have a few different saddle widths which might

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Joe Bernard
I've tried several times with various Sackvilles to make "not an inch to spare" work on rackless fenderless bikes and always discover the same thing: Works great unloaded, go to the store and buy some stuff, load bag, ride home with it dragging on the tire. You're probably going to need a rack

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Max Diener
Gotcha--thanks. I asked because I do like the way those look, not quite a full on rack, so was curious if I could make it work. Interesting thought on the stick--I'll have to think on that! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Dave Johnston
I like my X0-3, but honestly the new bikes are more refined and easier to size. If I had one I'd keep it but I wouldn't pay collectors prices for one. Currently the Sam Hillborne is most like the 93 X0-1 (cantis, max 47mm tire) and the A Homer Hilsen most like the 92 XO-1 (sidepulls, max

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Lyman Labry
Yes. The Baggabond may be too large for the Erlen and maybe too heavy for what its designed for. Just a thought. Back to the stick. It’s kind of an “on the fly” approach. But maybe a piece of black bamboo and contrasting cord would be more elegant and appear more purposeful. On Mon, Jul 13,

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse Fender Install for QB

2020-07-13 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
H. I need to slide the "sliding bracket" (like this one, but a Wald the shop used: https://www.renehersecycles.com/shop/components/fenders/honjo-sliding-bracket/) to increase clearance at the seat stay bridge. Anything I need to know? I plan on using a flat head screwdriver to loosen the

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Max Diener
A pic of the above referenced 7", in case that clarifies my question [image: Erlen Saddle Bag Support - Nitto Production 2.0] -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks Jay! Nice set up, you've got a lifetime's worth of hand positions there! How much can you carry on your Pass & Stow rack without the load taking over the handling? Thanks, John PS: Cool bike bell! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Max Diener
@tirebiter - yes, I've seen the same thing re: a stick, though I have had a hard time conceptualizing what that would look like in practice. Seeing Paul's pic helps me to envision it. I do wonder if it would prematurely stretch the bag out if done regularly... Regarding the Erlen rack, maybe

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

2020-07-13 Thread Brian Campbell
Piece of cloth tape on the handle bar and some Gorilla brand Super Glue. Not the kind the expands as it dries. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 1:19:26 PM UTC-4, John Phillips wrote: > > Do you have a favorite adhesive you use to keep them from rotating? > > Thanks, > > John > -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts on Rivendell cork grips

2020-07-13 Thread Scott McLain
An old tube under tape is a brilliant idea! Why didn't I think of that? I just changed my Homer from an Albatros back to drops. I just wrapped them this weekend and finished the shellac last night. I like the look and novelty of the cork, but it is not super comfy. There are lots of great

Re: [RBW] Introduction and "Classic" Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread Lyman Labry
Really beautiful bike and set up! Curious, have you weighed the bike? Thanks! On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 9:46 AM Jim Plaugher wrote: > Hi folks! I'd like to properly introduce myself and tell the story of my > first Rivendell, a 58 Roadini. > I have been a long time listener to this group, but

[RBW] Re: PSA: hubbuh hubbuh

2020-07-13 Thread Adam Kimball
Bump with a price drop. $1600 for the frameset and seatposts. This size frame is currently sold out. Pictures are here (scroll down, don't click the next post button). Write with any questions. Note: My posts seem to be deleted and not relayed out, still

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Garth, I apologize, my post must have been as clear as mud. I'm not asking for handlebar recommendations. And I certainly don't want to be told what to do. I sincerely apologize if my post was offensive. Right now I'm super happy with my Albatross bars & 12cm Nitto NP stem. I'm just

[RBW] Re: PSA: hubbuh hubbuh (price drop!)

2020-07-13 Thread Adam Kimball
Still can't post a proper "for sale" post so responding to this old thread. Apologies for when my proper posting comes through. *Price Drop: *Orange/Medium Hubbuh frameset. Includes all the hardware Rivendell includes + seat posts. Was: $1750, now $1600. Silver crankset available for

Re: [RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Lyman Labry
I think I’ve seen somewhere in their blog that you could use a stick and strap arrangement to help support the bag. On the other hand, the Erlen rack is a more elegant solution. On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 11:08 AM Paul Richardson wrote: > just measured. got 15". > > -- > You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread ☆ Paul ☆
Thanks for the reply and info James. Yes, the Atlantis is really, really long. I've designed my own frames but nothing this long, and it's just awesome, I feel like a kid riding a Stingray. Especially with new rubber fast tires. The Sam H I built up has similar components (1x10) but had lower

Re: [RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks Jay, I'll take a look. John On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:15:01 AM UTC-7, Jay Lonner wrote: > > This one right here: > > https://www.crustbikes.com/products/nitto-ui-31-8-30-degree-3/ > > Some of the best money I’ve ever spent on a part - just a perfect stem for > Jones bars. > > Jay

[RBW] Your Favorite Adhesive for Riv Cork Grips???

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
Do you have a favorite adhesive you use to keep them from rotating? Thanks, 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Jay Lonner
This one right here: https://www.crustbikes.com/products/nitto-ui-31-8-30-degree-3/ Some of the best money I’ve ever spent on a part - just a perfect stem for Jones bars. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Jul 13, 2020, at 9:57 AM, 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch >

Re: [RBW] Re: Reading saddle threads, B17, Berthoud Mente

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
I believe Rivet Cycle Works has a saddle "Try Before You Buy" program, and they have a few different saddle widths which might works for you. Before you go buying a Berthoud, you might try out Rivet's saddles. Couldn't hurt? Well no, we're talking saddles here, so yes it could hurt, but it

[RBW] Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Jeremy Till
The flat bullmoose bars (i.e. not the Bosco- or choco-moose) came out around the same time as the Hunqapillar and I remember those featuring prominently among many of the early builds. -Jeremy Till Sacramento, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Garth
The Hunqapillar was/is a lower-cost substitute for the Bombadil, which wasn't designed for any particular bar, the initial prototypes used both drop bars and moustache bars. Regardless of the frame and it's relative reach you just can't limit it to any particular bar, not even the

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread James Davis
Paul, Wonderful build, my friend. Atlantis-es been built in Japan by Toyo in the early 2000s and then by Waterford in the US until a few years ago when Riv offered up a MIT version. However, I have heard whispers that if you throw down enough cash that you can still get a MUSA (Made in the USA)

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread ☆ Paul ☆
Thanks Ann. Already am... it doesn't look so clean any more. Testing some lower bars this week + fenders + this really rad Schindelhauer rack I found in Germany: https://www.schindelhauerbikes.com/en/Accessories/Front-Pannier-Rack.html On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 1:01:20 PM UTC-4 Ann L wrote:

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch
Beautiful bike! Congratulations and now enjoy riding the hell out of 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] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jay, can I ask which quill stem you went with for your Jones bars? I see a 3 different 31.8 quill stems with the removable face plates on the Crust bikes website: 15 degree & 30 degree Nitto UI stems & the Nitto BJ stem. I agree about the upright posture with the Bosco's, every bump in the

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread ☆ Paul ☆
Thank you Steve. Were they all American made before this? Taiwan makes some amazing bikes. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 11:26:39 AM UTC-4 Steve Cole wrote: > MIT = Made in Taiwan > > > On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:46:18 AM UTC-4, ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: >> >> Hello Everyone. I'm new-is here. >> >>

[RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Paul Richardson
just measured. got 15". -- 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 view this discussion on the web

[RBW] Re: (Large) Sackville Saddlebag without a Rack?

2020-07-13 Thread Max Diener
Hey Paul, that's super helpful! Thanks for the report and the pic. Do you have a guesstimate on distance between top of tire and saddle loops? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Clem L wait time and a Riv trivia (RIVIA???) question

2020-07-13 Thread Jingy
This is the answer I got about a week ago regarding Clem delivery: The Clems will be arriving towards the end of this month and it will take about 4-6 weeks to get them processed and shipped out. We'll do our best to get them out as quickly as possible. Best, Vince On Monday, July 13,

[RBW] Re: XO-1 or Roadini

2020-07-13 Thread ted
Are you sure that a Roadini will fit 38mm tires? Would you be getting the 47cm size that is built for 650b or one of the larger sizes that is 700c? On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 7:47:40 AM UTC-7, Zack Medow wrote: > > RBW Owners Bunch I need your help! > > I'm looking to venture into the world of

Re: [RBW] Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve had Boscos (bullmoose and regular) on my Hunq at various times and they were fine - good, even. (The regular Boscos were a bit flexy though.) But both varieties resulted in a rising posture that was too upright for me. After some trial and error I’ve landed on Jones loop h-bars as my

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