[RBW] Re: My First Riv! A Romulus.

2021-08-23 Thread Rick Urbanowski
Congratulations!!! Me too, about 6 weeks ago. Same bike, but mine has the townie bars On Monday, August 23, 2021 at 6:07:44 PM UTC-4 Amit Singh wrote: > Congratulations !!! > > Wishing you tailwinds, and many, many years of happy riding! > > On Monday, August 23, 2021 at 10:34:54 AM UTC-7 mrb

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report: 2021 Rivendell Bicycle Works Appreciation Pedalpalooza Ride

2021-08-23 Thread Emily Guise
Joyce, if you’re in the Portland area and can join that would be fantastic! I’d love to meet you IRL and we could #PlatyPose together  -Emily > On Aug 22, 2021, at 1:13 PM, JAS wrote: > Emily and Greg, thank you for organizing this ride and for sharing the > news/photos. I will look

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

2021-08-23 Thread Philip Barrett
Rode the Platy late this afternoon, temperatures were hitting the triple digits, the wind out of the South felt like you'd opened the oven door to check on the pie and I was soaked through with sweat. At one point I looked down & saw that curly heart cut in the head tube lug and it made me

Re: [RBW] Cycles Grand Bois Centerpulls vs Tektro R559

2021-08-23 Thread Nick Payne
On Tuesday, 24 August 2021 at 9:02:59 am UTC+10 Eric Daume wrote: > I've never used the GB brake, but I've found the R559 to be particularly > weak. The long arms flex so much, I had to set the pads at the very bottom > of the brake track so the brake pads wouldn't hit the tire as the arms >

Re: [RBW] Cycles Grand Bois Centerpulls vs Tektro R559

2021-08-23 Thread Paul Richardson
i can't speak to the direct comparison, but i've been riding 559s on my homer hilsen for a decade without a complaint. i find them perfectly able, even in the rain or on questionable / mountain bikey terrain (the kind of rides where people ask my least favorite question: "how are you making

Re: [RBW] Cycles Grand Bois Centerpulls vs Tektro R559

2021-08-23 Thread Eric Daume
I've never used the GB brake, but I've found the R559 to be particularly weak. The long arms flex so much, I had to set the pads at the very bottom of the brake track so the brake pads wouldn't hit the tire as the arms flexed up during a stop. And in the wet, they barely stop at all. Super long

Re: [RBW] Cycles Grand Bois Centerpulls vs Tektro R559

2021-08-23 Thread Nick Payne
On Tuesday, 24 August 2021 at 4:52:29 am UTC+10 ttoshi wrote: > The R559s work much better than Diacompe 750s (in my hands), but I don't > have experience with the GBs. The Compass/Mafac do really well too, but I > haven't had those on the same bike as R559s to do a direct comparison. > I

[RBW] Re: My First Riv! A Romulus.

2021-08-23 Thread Amit Singh
Congratulations !!! Wishing you tailwinds, and many, many years of happy riding! On Monday, August 23, 2021 at 10:34:54 AM UTC-7 mrb wrote: > From the collection of the legendary Larry Black! > > [image: IMG_7660.JPG.jpeg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Cycles Grand Bois Centerpulls vs Tektro R559

2021-08-23 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
The R559s work much better than Diacompe 750s (in my hands), but I don't have experience with the GBs. The Compass/Mafac do really well too, but I haven't had those on the same bike as R559s to do a direct comparison. Toshi On Mon, Aug 23, 2021 at 10:34 AM Brenton Eastman wrote: > Hi all, >

[RBW] FS: Surly Front Rack + Wald 139 Basket

2021-08-23 Thread Jonah Cohn
Silver Surly Front Rack in excellent shape. Includes all original hardware. $100 Wald 139 basket $15 $110 for both BAY AREA local pick up only (for now) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Perfect high-tech dirt road riding shoes

2021-08-23 Thread Gabriel DeFelippis
Birkenstocks have been my go-to for summer riding. I have the suede versions that are probably better than the thicker leather ones. I'd like to keep this going as long as I can so I'll need to get the wool socks out soonish. On Saturday, August 21, 2021 at 1:00:04 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:

[RBW] Re: Proto-Clem L?

2021-08-23 Thread Paul M
Looks like proto-Bosco style handlebars also. On Thursday, 19 August 2021 at 20:04:21 UTC-7 Gill wrote: > Out for a ride passed a yard sale and saw this bike. I thought it showed a > strong family resemblance to the Clem I was riding: maybe a great > grandfather on the mother’s side. No name

[RBW] Cycles Grand Bois Centerpulls vs Tektro R559

2021-08-23 Thread Brenton Eastman
Hi all, I bought my Sam Hillborne built up with Grand Bois centerpulls (with the stirrup for mounting on the brakes bridge, not posts). I have been sort of disappointed/concerned by the stopping power. I take my Sam all over the place, and probably descend on some trails that blur the line of

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Albatross Bars

2021-08-23 Thread Jacob Smith
On the hunt for nitto albatross bars - ideally heat-treated alu vs CrMo but could go either way. Final piece for finishing up an Atlantis build. Anyone holding? Ideally in Bay Area. Cheers, Jacob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: FS Nitto Campee Rear Rack 33R

2021-08-23 Thread Brenton Eastman
Sold! On Friday, August 20, 2021 at 9:32:52 AM UTC-7 André P wrote: > Don't need the rack, but great photo! > On Friday, August 13, 2021 at 12:09:28 PM UTC-7 brenton...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Testing the waters since this is sold out with no ETA, maybe someone >> wants it more than me. I have

[RBW] Re: FS Nitto Campee Rear Rack 33R

2021-08-23 Thread Brenton Eastman
SOLD On Friday, August 20, 2021 at 9:32:52 AM UTC-7 André P wrote: > Don't need the rack, but great photo! > On Friday, August 13, 2021 at 12:09:28 PM UTC-7 brenton...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Testing the waters since this is sold out with no ETA, maybe someone >> wants it more than me. I have

[RBW] Re: Brevets on Rivs -- 2021 Dillon Beach 200k

2021-08-23 Thread Miles
Nice write up Bill, Adam, like you, I find I also need a bit more fuel than what Bill was carrying. For me, electrolytes are crucial, I seem to get cramps pretty easily. I’ve been a big fan of Nuun hydration tabs. Food-wise, Clif or Ivan bars are always good, but sometimes I also like to

Re: [RBW] V-brakes needed or a recommendation

2021-08-23 Thread Mathieu Brown
Good morning Ray, Having spoken with The Team as my Platypus build comes together (with 700c x 47 tires and fenders) my understanding is that clearance is the main consideration. I personally went with Deore V brakes, based on their recommendation (which cost a little bit more but not much) (and

Re: [RBW] Re: Second ride in our new locale, first ride for the Hunq

2021-08-23 Thread Miles
Good stuff Ariel! Both bikes are looking so good. Stoked to get out and ride with you two! On Friday, August 13, 2021 at 3:31:19 PM UTC-7 Ian A wrote: > Leah says it best, but those are great photos. What a beautiful part of > the world to live in and enjoy by bicycle. > > IanA Alberta Canada

[RBW] Re: Marin Larkspur - any thoughts?

2021-08-23 Thread David Person
Russ (Path Less Pedaled) did a review a few months ago. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIpOLmO-Oic=459s On Monday, August 23, 2021 at 5:08:00 AM UTC-7 Johnny Alien wrote: > stell frame, lots of clearance and 650B wheels seems like a nice setup. I > never rode one but my guess is that it could

Re: [RBW] Want to find "rayon" or "viscose" men's shirts, short sleeves, woven or knit

2021-08-23 Thread Patrick Moore
Thanks, Paul. On Mon, Aug 23, 2021 at 7:28 AM Paul Berk wrote: > > The best Hawaiian shirts are rayon so I'd look here and see if anything > works. But a trim fit is tough to get as the traditional shirts are the > opposite. Of my several shirts, the one from Kalaheo has the best cut. >

Re: [RBW] Want to find "rayon" or "viscose" men's shirts, short sleeves, woven or knit

2021-08-23 Thread Paul Berk
The best Hawaiian shirts are rayon so I'd look here and see if anything works. But a trim fit is tough to get as the traditional shirts are the opposite. Of my several shirts, the one from Kalaheo has the best cut. Customer service would be able to answer any question you have. They know their

[RBW] Re: Share More Riv Riding Pics

2021-08-23 Thread Doug H.
I am enjoying all of these photos but the one from Japan with the majestic old tree is fantastic. This seems appropriate for a Rivendell as I can imagine hobbits and elves lurking in the woods behind. Doug Athens, Ga On Monday, August 23, 2021 at 4:56:25 AM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > At the

Re: [RBW] Pauls Shimano Thumbies

2021-08-23 Thread James Valiensi
Scott. They sold a long time ago for asking price. > On Aug 22, 2021, at 2:13 PM, Scott McLain wrote: > > Hi James, > Are these still for sale? > > Best, Scott > > On Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 8:57:06 AM UTC-6 James Valiensi wrote: > Hi, > Pauls Components thumb shifter mounts with Dura-Ace

[RBW] Re: Marin Larkspur - any thoughts?

2021-08-23 Thread Johnny Alien
stell frame, lots of clearance and 650B wheels seems like a nice setup. I never rode one but my guess is that it could be a great bike if your wife is comfortable on it. The 1x setup is pretty good with a wide range of gears and they are using a sunrace cassette which have better gearing than

[RBW] Marin Larkspur - any thoughts?

2021-08-23 Thread Den John
Hello all, My LBS has a Marin Larkspur 2 in stock. When I saw it in the shop, my first thought was that it's a knock-off of the Clem-L or Platypus. https://www.marinbikes.com/bikes/family/larkspur I'm interested in this bike because my wife has expressed an interest in gravel riding/easy