Re: [RBW] FS: Phil Wood, Nitto, Arkel, MKS, Rivendell, Park parts

2021-08-02 Thread sam . perez . 2002
PM sent! But for those hoping to score, it’s up for grabs! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 2, 2021, at 2:12 PM, 'Gerard Gunhouse' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Sam > > I have sent you a couple of emails. Are you still interested in purchasing > the M12 rack? > >> On Monday, August 2,

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2021-08-02 Thread Matthew Williams
Atlantis (MUSA) 47cm $2100 Washington DC https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/d/washington-rivendell-atlantis-47cm-musa/7356414221.html Hubbuhubbuh M/L (contact seller for exact size) $2650 Blacksburg, VI

[RBW] Re: Banana sax vs Berthoud saddle bag

2021-08-02 Thread 'Joel S' via RBW Owners Bunch
I really like this https://www.acornbags.com/collections/products/products/small-saddlebag?variant=9871657599020 And the medium bag. I have a like new medium I am going to sell as I find the small to be surprisingly roomy. I am also using a handlebar bag so I can do ok with the smaller.

[RBW] Re: For sale 53cm Rivendell Frank Jones Sr

2021-08-02 Thread Ryan M.
Somebody needs to buy this! The Frank Jones Sr. is a wonderful single speed bike and I'm extremely glad I bought Joe's a year or so ago...well, it was during the pandemic anyway. I'm always happy while riding that bike. Good luck with the sale! On Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 1:03:41 PM UTC-5

[RBW] Re: Banana sax vs Berthoud saddle bag

2021-08-02 Thread Joe Bernard
I've owned both, although my memory of the Berthoud is 20-or-so years ago now. I'm not sure I buy that the Banana Sax is literally twice as large - I suspect Riv is reporting max stuffing and Berthoud an empty bag - but the Riv bag is notably larger. Joe Bernard On Monday, August 2, 2021 at

Re: [RBW] Bring Out The Brompton!

2021-08-02 Thread Patrick Moore
Very nice! On Mon, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:01 PM Rick Thompson wrote: > Yes, but Bromptons are for shopping! > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricks_boats/50409330646/in/album-72157715050533447/lightbox/ > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricks_boats/50597181768/in/album-72157715050533447/lightbox/ >

Re: [RBW] Bring Out The Brompton!

2021-08-02 Thread Patrick Moore
Thanks, Bill; this is useful. I'll give them a look-up. On Monday, August 2, 2021 at 10:45:59 AM UTC-7 Bill Gibson wrote: > > Look at used cameras from KEH Camera. Any price point you want. Costco used > to sell Nikon D3500 kits with two lenses, but I don't see it online right > now, so check

Re: [RBW] Bring Out The Brompton!

2021-08-02 Thread Dominic Ryan
Amazing! On Tue, 3 Aug 2021, 09:01 Rick Thompson, wrote: > Yes, but Bromptons are for shopping! > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricks_boats/50409330646/in/album-72157715050533447/lightbox/ > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricks_boats/50597181768/in/album-72157715050533447/lightbox/ > > On

Re: [RBW] Bring Out The Brompton!

2021-08-02 Thread Rick Thompson
Yes, but Bromptons are for shopping! https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricks_boats/50409330646/in/album-72157715050533447/lightbox/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricks_boats/50597181768/in/album-72157715050533447/lightbox/ On Monday, August 2, 2021 at 10:45:59 AM UTC-7 Bill Gibson wrote: > Look at

[RBW] Attach large graphic files instead of copying them into body

2021-08-02 Thread Patrick Moore
Can we as a group start attaching files instead of pasting them into the email itself? I've got a 42" hi-rez gaming quality screen that I use for work*, and even so these large photos expand the email beyond the boundaries of the window, so that one can see only half or 3/4 at most of the

[RBW] Banana sax vs Berthoud saddle bag

2021-08-02 Thread Drew Henson
Has anyone owned both of these? Riv lists the banana sax as 7x9x5, which is ~ 5L give or take, probably a little less given the taper. Berthoud lists the saddle bag volume as 2.4L. In pics the banana sax does not look twice as large. Thanks in advance! -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Stubborn Brooks Saddle

2021-08-02 Thread lconley
I think I rode the Brooks Professional on my 73 Paramount for 5 years before my rear conformed to the saddle. Mink oil, Neatsfoot oil, Proofhide, rain, nothing seemed to phase it. I was putting major miles on it into the late 90s, very comfortable for 20+ years. It is now 48 years old and has

[RBW] Re: Stubborn Brooks Saddle

2021-08-02 Thread Bill Lindsay
It's got to be frustrating. I just recently ponied up for my first ever >$300 saddle, a Berthoud Galibier. I bought a used saddle of the identical shape (the steel-railed Soulor) to confirm the size and shape work for me before spending the big bucks. The new Galibier is indeed 'hard as a

Re: [RBW] FS: Phil Wood, Nitto, Arkel, MKS, Rivendell, Park parts

2021-08-02 Thread 'Gerard Gunhouse' via RBW Owners Bunch
Sam I have sent you a couple of emails. Are you still interested in purchasing the M12 rack? On Monday, August 2, 2021 at 1:13:51 PM UTC-4 Sam Perez wrote: > Just saw it! > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Aug 1, 2021, at 5:29 PM, 'Gerard Gunhouse' via RBW Owners Bunch < >

[RBW] FS 61 Atlantis; 61 Specialized Expedition; 61 Specialized Sequoia

2021-08-02 Thread Rich Lesnik
I'm posting this for a friend. These are 3 of "many" bikes in the stable, and it's time to do some clearance. Let me know if any of them interests you, and I'll "hook you up". Please send me a note via Rivendell email (rich at rivbike.com) -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Who likes the original Atlantis?

2021-08-02 Thread Bill Lindsay
For anybody wanting to emulate the riding behaviors of an original Atlantis, I'd enthusiastically recommend the Black Mountain Cycles Rim Brake Monster Cross. It does everything an original Atlantis does. It takes 700c wheels in all sizes, fits 2" tires plus fenders, has traditionally short

[RBW] Re: FS: Gravel King 650b x 48mm

2021-08-02 Thread Doug H.
Johnny, While I don't have first hand experience with these tires, I have read reviews that claim they are either true to width or just slightly wider when mounted. Hope this helps. Doug On Monday, August 2, 2021 at 11:42:27 AM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > I would be super interested in these

[RBW] Re: FT/FS Rivendell All Rounder size 56 - for size 58 All Rounder

2021-08-02 Thread Dave S
PM'ed about a too big for me 59cm XO-1 hanging in my garage. On Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 9:49:02 PM UTC-4 Justin wrote: > I know it's a really long shot but by all means y'all feel free to let me > know about it! > > I've recently come to understand that my recurring knee pain is a result >

Re: [RBW] FS: Phil Wood, Nitto, Arkel, MKS, Rivendell, Park parts

2021-08-02 Thread sam . perez . 2002
Just saw it! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 1, 2021, at 5:29 PM, 'Gerard Gunhouse' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Sam > > I trust you received my earlier individual email today accepting your offer. > > Regards > > Gunner > >> On Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 12:58:00 PM UTC-4 Sam Perez

[RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

2021-08-02 Thread True Golden
Thanks Patrick. I also miss Deacon Jones posts and pictures. He certainly has a significant skill in capturing stunning pics riding in the Pikes Peak area. He still has a website I think under Deacon Patrick. A search should pop it up. Cool pics and historical perspective Philip! I've ridden

[RBW] FS Phil Wood F/Fr track hubs

2021-08-02 Thread J L
Hello group, Anyone have a single speed project want some hew high bling hubs? I have a set if silver 32h phil wood track hubs, flip flop fixed/free 120/100 spacing with the phil wood lock ring up for grabs. Phil Wood must be in between production runs because they are sold out on these and

Re: [RBW] Stubborn Brooks Saddle

2021-08-02 Thread Benjamin L. Kelley
Curious what leather dressing you used? I've only used neats foot oil and proofide and never failed. I would think regardless of what you used, that the miles should have done it. --ben in KC On Mon, Aug 2, 2021 at 11:01 AM Lynn Haas wrote: > I have a honey colored Brooks Imperial saddle

[RBW] Re: Stubborn Brooks Saddle

2021-08-02 Thread Brian Campbell
Maybe this type of process would work? https://pactour.blogspot.com/2011/01/breaking-in-leather-saddle.html On Monday, August 2, 2021 at 12:01:53 PM UTC-4 Lynn Haas wrote: > I have a honey colored Brooks Imperial saddle that I bought in 2018. It > has about 2,000 miles on it, and it looks and

[RBW] Stubborn Brooks Saddle

2021-08-02 Thread Lynn Haas
I have a honey colored Brooks Imperial saddle that I bought in 2018. It has about 2,000 miles on it, and it looks and feels like new... in the worst possible way. I've doused it in leather dressing, stored it in a hot garage for a summer, and put way more miles on it than I want to

[RBW] Re: FS: Gravel King 650b x 48mm

2021-08-02 Thread Johnny Alien
I would be super interested in these for the Charlie Gallop frame I am getting BUT Grant said that the frame could accommodate "around" 45 mm. Does anyone know how true to size these are? I would prefer to max out the tire size vs having to go smaller. On Monday, August 2, 2021 at 11:22:09

[RBW] Re: Bring Out The Brompton!

2021-08-02 Thread Philip Barrett
That is one sexy looking set up. On Monday, August 2, 2021 at 9:08:18 AM UTC-5 domjona...@gmail.com wrote: > Sorry, couldn’t resist adding a few pics of mine Brommy. I mainly use the > Riv, but the Brompton makes a great bike to take on trips by train etc! > > Very fun little bike to own! >

[RBW] FS: Gravel King 650b x 48mm

2021-08-02 Thread Doug H.
I have a new set of Panaracer Gravel King 650b x 48mm or 1.9 inch tires for sale. I bought these new from Rivendell last month and decided to go with a 700c build so they are brand new never even unfolded. Here is a link to them from the Riv site:

Re: [RBW] Handlebar/Stem pouch for Wine

2021-08-02 Thread Justin Kennedy (Brooklyn, NY)
Jason - should have shown you this on Friday when I saw you but another option is the Tunitas Stowaway. Just got one for my Chev and can confirm it's strong and big enough for transporting a wine bottle. https://www.tunitascarryall.com/product-page/stowaway On Monday, August 2, 2021 at

[RBW] Re: new Brooks B68S saddle on Ebay

2021-08-02 Thread Johnny Alien
I tend to like the shorter nose version as well. You might want to give it a shot Bill! On Monday, August 2, 2021 at 7:51:48 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > The B68S is not wider, but the nose is shorter. I have both. I kind of > like the S model because it is slightly less likely to snag the rear

[RBW] Re: WTB Billie Bars

2021-08-02 Thread Johnny Alien
It turns out that Soma has a few in stock. Everyone else seemed to be sold out so I guess I lucked out in finding this. If anyone else is looking check out Soma to see if they have some more. On Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 9:23:19 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > I was planning on using the

[RBW] Re: new Brooks B68S saddle on Ebay

2021-08-02 Thread lconley
The B68S is not wider, but the nose is shorter. I have both. I kind of like the S model because it is slightly less likely to snag the rear top of my shorts when I mount from straddling the top tube. The B68 Softened is the most comfortable though and the pre-punched holes allow color

Re: [RBW] Handlebar/Stem pouch for Wine

2021-08-02 Thread J Schwartz
Thanks for all these suggestions , Outer Shell and Randi Jo specifically look up to the task Also , from searching the iBob group... the King Iris Cage does a good job of holding a 750 securely and I can attest to this after riding 50 miles with a wine bottle in mine this week. It is snug