[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Big Back Rack - LARGE

Just guessing cuz you didn't ask me and it's not my bike - but why would that stop me opening my big mouth and trying to sound like a smart guy who knows stuff?? - I think a 55cm bike with 700C wheels needs the taller rack to clear that big tire and a fender. A fat-tired 700C wheel is REALLY

[RBW] Re: Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

Wow, that route looks spectacular! It seems like you caught it on a spectacular day as well! Does that area get much snowfall or can you ride there year round? Cheers! Robert On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 10:15:04 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > Now that's a Rivbike in its proper

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Big Back Rack - LARGE

I'm curious the issue - is the top deck hitting the fender, or the seat stay struts too short, or are they hitting the rear brake? Just trying to understand the options, as that's a real bummer -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

Now that's a Rivbike in its proper environment. Nice work, Jason!  On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 8:50:58 PM UTC-8 Jason Fuller wrote: > I had a particular route in mind when I bought this frameset from Joe, and > today I rode it (well, one version of it). It's just outside of town here >

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

The shop didn't do that; Leah forgot to tell them she wanted the shifters Riv-ersed. On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 8:58:35 PM UTC-5 dougP wrote: Too bad about the shifters but I can see a shop doing that. Probably the first time anyone has ever requested that. > > dougP > > > > >> >> --

Re: [RBW] Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

Patrick et al, Comparing the early wooly warm vest with this current one, the early model is a flat weave where the new one is ribbed. Because of the ribbing it is thicker. If you were to stretch it to the point of being flat, it would be about the same. I can’t say whether it would

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

That. Is. A . Beautiful. Bicycle. On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 9:28:26 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > I have low photo standards; as long as the file is big and the photo was > taken in bright sunlight, it's probably better than mine. Wait until you've > got the bike set up properly,

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Big Back Rack - LARGE

Rivendell has struts available. dougP On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 6:11:37 PM UTC-8 Abcyclehank wrote: > I have one but let me make sure I have extra struts long enough so you can > get it back far enough. I will check tomorrow. Was busy helping my son > move across Michigan all day.

[RBW] Re: Flat bar with some back-sweep

Patrick: Here's a good compilation of bars with lots of dimensions: https://whatbars.com/ Lets you overlay bars for comparison. dougP On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 6:55:17 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > I'm still sorting the Monocog's cockpit. The stem is now 9 cm and 17* up, > from 11

Re: [RBW] Meet Analog: Shop tour and interviews for an off the grid Riv Dealer

Thanks. The WTB Rangers are making me wish for a drop-bar'd fat-tired bike. Must think of other things (or maybe remove fenders and put Rangers on the Matthews ...). On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 1:40 PM James / Analog Cycles < analogcyc...@gmail.com> wrote: > The tape is an unreleased (maybe one

Re: [RBW] Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

Thanks. I'll be interested to hear if anyone finds them good for cold, windy rides over other layers. On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 3:21 PM Alex Wirth <4824...@gmail.com> wrote: > Hi Patrick! > > Hmmm, I'm not too sure because I don't have any perspective from the > original Wooly Warmjust this

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

I have low photo standards; as long as the file is big and the photo was taken in bright sunlight, it's probably better than mine. Wait until you've got the bike set up properly, then post some big daytime files. Ditto ride impressions: let's have your 100 mile and 500 mile reports. The contrast

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Big Back Rack - LARGE

I have one but let me make sure I have extra struts long enough so you can get it back far enough. I will check tomorrow. Was busy helping my son move across Michigan all day. Feeling extra old and tired. Ryan On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 7:47:00 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

Leah: That came out spectacularly! Glad to hear it rides a nicely as it looks. Couple of thoughts from your post: 1. Forget about ever getting it to a point where there's nothing to change. We are always tinkering / improving / learning. My Atlantis will turn 18 in a few months & it's

[RBW] WTB Nitto Big Back Rack - LARGE

I saved the medium Big Back Rack from my Betty Foy but alas, the 700c wheels on the Platypus don’t allow for it. I need the large. Would anyone like to sell a large Nitto Big Back Rack (and yes, I’m holding out for that exact rack) that is in very good condition? Thanks, Leah -- You

Re: [RBW] LF - WTB 10 cm Technomic Deluxe or Tallux stem

Hi folks Got a stem coming in the mail soon, thank you for the replies. Mike SLO CA On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 10:40:46 AM UTC-8 Jay Lonner wrote: > Hi Mike, > > I have several stems in that range, I agree that sizing can be weird > depending on how you measure so I have included some

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

Lovely, and I'm sure the evolution will be fun and rewarding. 3 comments: - Regarding tnose curious about the shifters on the inside as opposed to outside. Be aware that IF you go this route for the first time, you lose indexing. You need friction shifters, or at least the capability to switch

Re: [RBW] Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

Hi Patrick! Hmmm, I'm not too sure because I don't have any perspective from the original Wooly Warmjust this most recent series. That and so far I only wear them casually Looking forward to receiving mine, looks like it arrives on Monday! On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 3:37 PM Patrick Moore

[RBW] Re: Meet Analog: Shop tour and interviews for an off the grid Riv Dealer

Highly enjoyable and really well-done. One thing that wasn’t emphasized in the video but that deserves praise is Analog’s color artistry. They can get their hands on colors you never dreamed parts could come in. It really makes a bike special, and for the type of bikes they do - long-lasting

Re: [RBW] Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

Okay, I just received mine. I am between 5’11” and 6’, 140lbs, and normally wear a medium. I don’t like baggy clothes, but per Riv’s recommendation (and picture of Will wearing one), I sized up to a large. The fit is perfect for wearing on a bike. The ribs keep it fitted, but the sleeves and

Re: [RBW] Meet Analog: Shop tour and interviews for an off the grid Riv Dealer

That Tanglefoot is sweet. I know it's sacrilege but I'd put a mid-drive kit on it for the bombest rad ebike, ever! On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 12:40:49 PM UTC-8 James / Analog Cycles wrote: > The tape is an unreleased (maybe one day!) wool bar tape we are working on. > The bike is a

Re: [RBW] Meet Analog: Shop tour and interviews for an off the grid Riv Dealer

The tape is an unreleased (maybe one day!) wool bar tape we are working on. The bike is a Tanglefoot Bull Thistle, which is a roadfat bike made for 26 x 4 tires on 65mm wide rims, or 27.5 x 3.5 or 29 x 3 tires. Quill stem, mostly lugged, made to order by Alex Meade in Mass, painted by Hot

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

Please allow me to take the opposing view on the rims, forthwith and heretofore, with background: When I was planning the build on my custom with gray/red paint I was sure I wanted red hubs, too. As soon as I saw the frame live in color I realized there was already enough POP in the paint and

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

I just found one more thing to add to my shopping list. Thanks. On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 1:31 PM James / Analog Cycles < analogcyc...@gmail.com> wrote: > That light is a Schmidt fender tail light. They're designed to be mounted > higher than normal. Very robust, well sealed light. Dynamo

Re: [RBW] Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

Alex: Does this sweater have rear pockets? I'd guess not, otherwise they'd show them. Also -- long shot question -- is the gauge as thick as the original Wooly Warm version from years ago, and is the weave tighter? The WW was heavyweight, but had a rather loose weave or knit. It was a very nice

[RBW] Re: Meet Analog: Shop tour and interviews for an off the grid Riv Dealer

You're welcome, David. -James On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 1:44:51 PM UTC-5 David Person wrote: > Thanks for posting this, James. > > On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 8:21:47 AM UTC-8 James / Analog Cycles > wrote: > >> We finally put a video together that gives some flavor of the shop,

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

That light is a Schmidt fender tail light. They're designed to be mounted higher than normal. Very robust, well sealed light. Dynamo powered. -james / analog cycles On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 3:24:50 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > *And,* one more question: What top-of-rear-fender

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

*And,* one more question: What top-of-rear-fender light is that? Is it a dynamo light or battery? I might be interested in one that mounts top-center of fender; I dislike rear-of-fender lights because I'm always backing them into walls. On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 1:22 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Oh,

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

Oh, and after you've put on a few more miles, tell us in endless, excruciating detail (I'm serious) how the ride of the Platypus differs from that of the Clementine and of the Betty (I forget what the Betty Foy is; mixte?) On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 1:20 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > It's shaping up

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

It's shaping up nicely. Please post some high-resolution photos when it's all done (I'm sure you will!) You'll get it sorted, don't worry. I'm sorry you couldn't get the rose rims; I think that would have set off the frame very nicely. FWIW, I've often spliced my lighting wires simply by twisting

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

"May they be dark!" ...yet bright! For one thing I know: that though I was blind, now I see. Joe "wanted to say something profound and eloquent, too!" Bernard On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 1:46:28 AM UTC-8 ascpgh wrote: > Just fantastic Leah. I've particularly appreciated your move to the

Re: [RBW] A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

I thought the MIT Homers use a 27.2 seatpost. I could be wrong - the description doesn’t say, as far as I can tell. Eamon Seattle On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 11:30:35 AM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: > And you could discuss that bike on the SOB* list! > > *Surly Owners Bunch > > On Friday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

I went with their recommendation to size up one size, but am worried it will be too big. I don’t like baggy clothing, but they made it sound like ordering your normal size would be too small. Hmmm... Eamon Seattle On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 11:24:14 AM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: > I'm 5'

Re: [RBW] A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

And you could discuss that bike on the SOB* list! *Surly Owners Bunch On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 7:17:23 PM UTC-5 David Person wrote: > I think I'll buy a Surly Bridge Club frameset and save myself $3400 vs a > custom. > > On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 3:22:34 PM UTC-8 Joe Bernard

Re: [RBW] Re: Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

I'm 5' 10-", 165-170, got a medium in the vest and a large crewneck, both fit well. It's a stretchy wool, I think you would be fine with a small, a medium would be good too if you like a looser fit. Too many sweaters to get the cardigan. I will wait for the henley next year. On Saturday,

Re: [RBW] Meet Analog: Shop tour and interviews for an off the grid Riv Dealer

Interesting video. What bar tape is this? https://youtu.be/MaruFJYwJ8Y?t=15 And, after the nice Atlantis, what make and model is the drop-barred, down-tube-shiftered (!) fat bike? After riding 70 mm wide, 30 1/2" tall WTB Rangers, the 61 mm, 29.3/5" tall Big Ones seem skinny and hard. I'd like

Re: [RBW] Re: COVID face mask that lets you breathe and doesn't cause glasses to fog?

I wish I'd seen this earlier; more effective than the Buff (as remedy with the Buff, I'll control my sneezing) and cheaper. Might spot-glue or thread-tack a layer of cotton inside the Buff. On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 9:39 AM Surlyprof wrote: > I probably read the same article Philip did. The

[RBW] Re: Meet Analog: Shop tour and interviews for an off the grid Riv Dealer

Thanks for posting this, James. On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 8:21:47 AM UTC-8 James / Analog Cycles wrote: > We finally put a video together that gives some flavor of the shop, what > we do, what it's like to walk into Analog Cycles. > > Here's the final cut, a good way to kill 3

Re: [RBW] Re: COVID face mask that lets you breathe and doesn't cause glasses to fog?

I probably read the same article Philip did. The synthetic gaiters and single-layer gaiters pose the problem that Philip mentioned (micro dispersing sneezes). I did a little more research and everyone points to double layered cotton as the best protection. That prompted a search for double

[RBW] Meet Analog: Shop tour and interviews for an off the grid Riv Dealer

We finally put a video together that gives some flavor of the shop, what we do, what it's like to walk into Analog Cycles. Here's the final cut, a good way to kill 3 minutes. You'll spot lots of Riv bits in the vid, as well as Tanglefoot stuff, Fifth Season stuff, and loads of steel frames.

Re: [RBW] Re: Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

Anybody get a smaller size?...debating on what size to order at 5'6" and 145 lbs. Regards, Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”* Portfolio and Blog On

[RBW] Re: Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

Oh Yeah. Definitely Sweata Weatha. On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 9:35:54 AM UTC-5 Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > In case you missed the email update, Riv has a new Wooly Warm sweater > available on their site. So far all sizes look to be

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

No pusillanimous platitudes for this Platypus. Perfectly patently pulchritudinous! On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 11:14:32 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > [image: 6B8356C6-6B0A-4D84-8E77-DC9653BE0FB5.jpeg]What a day. The shop > called with an assortment of issues they are having

[RBW] Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

In case you missed the email update, Riv has a new Wooly Warm sweater available on their site. So far all sizes look to be still available https://www.rivbike.com/collections/clothing/products/woolywarm-six-button-high-neck-cardigan This is my third Wooly Warm and I am officially a fan boi

[RBW] XL Gus--possibly up for sale

Hi Folks, I'm sending out a "feeler" to see the level of interest in a new, blue, never built up, XL Gus Boots. New, and ships in the original box. The Story: After obtaining this one, the opportunity for another Riv that I'd been pining for arose so I"m trying to gauge interest in this

[RBW] Re: Bike Radar discovers the S24O

I guess this'd be useful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcZv4mLHqdI Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 5:14:14 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wrote: > I get email feeds from this British cycling "news" source. I thought it > was fun to see them take a friend who was quite a

[RBW] Bike Radar discovers the S24O

I get email feeds from this British cycling "news" source. I thought it was fun to see them take a friend who was quite a newbie to non-pavement on their trip. Their ride and the self sufficiency seemed to ooze the newness of the activity that I recall folks feeling when Grant first named the

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

Just fantastic Leah. I've particularly appreciated your move to the dark side and generator powered lamps, it lets you be your own light. Your riding and writing always projected that, now your night riding brings it home. Enjoy those next 150 miles. May they be dark! Andy Cheatham