Thanks for the tip on the nose. I like the idea of bringing wrenches along
on a ride to tweak until right…
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 12:07:51 PM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:
> I cannot comment on the flyer. However, for my very upright position my
> B67 is really perfect. Since getting it
I thought about the Loveland but want the isolation the springs provide for
the more upright position. That said, I am not bolt upright.
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:51:48 AM UTC-7 lconley wrote:
> B67 or B68 (no springs) if you can find one. Or a Loveland from Rivet (no
> springs either).
I have no experience with the Brooks Flyer saddle. However, I do have
experience with the Brooks B-67-S.
I prefer the short-nosed B-67S over the long nosed B-67. In regards to the
noise of squeaking and creaking of the springs on my B-67-S riding down the
road, it does not bother me at all. Th
Thanks. Do you notice the B67 impacting hamstrings given the width?
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:05:19 AM UTC-7 Lucky wrote:
> I have both seats. I prefer the B67 for bolt upright where I’m more back
> on my butt, and the Flyer goes on my mountain bikes/more lean-over bikes.
> Flyer is nar
Thanks; nice to be a part of it. I like that the Flyer can be had with a
cutout but not sure how comfortable the hard edges of those are.
Unfortunate that B67 does not have that option but maybe I should try both
and sell whichever doesn’t work?
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 1:51:14 PM UTC-7 Ro
Thanks, maybe something to try right off the bat…
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 11:08:01 AM UTC-7 J J wrote:
> About the squeaks in a B67: I came to accept the squeaks in my first B67,
> but it was more of necessity and resignation than of true appreciation. A
> few months ago I had to get a ne
Maybe somebody is ready to sell an older Homer and just needs a nudge.
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 7:25:19 PM UTC-7 Dave Grossman wrote:
> I have an older Homer (not sure if it is Waterford or Toyo but I'd like to
> know actually) and having owned a Roadini I can say I find it a much
> super
Never measured the 27s and the bike they were on was stolen a few years
back unfortunately. I'll have to check the 40s and get back to you.
I've only very briefly ridden soma shikoros. They were nice too, though I
have to say i didn't like them as much. They were on wildly different bikes
though a
I have an older Homer (not sure if it is Waterford or Toyo but I'd like to
know actually) and having owned a Roadini I can say I find it a much
superior all around bike. I hadn't considered a Sam since I have a Hunq
but I can do light touring and backpacking with my Homer if I desire. I
rotat
Really hard to make ends meet with a 20% markup. With a 10% or 20% markup,
you're more likely to be selling groceries than bikes.
I would be discouraged too. Working hard and putting lots of resources
behind a project you love - only to have it become impossible is really
tough to deal with.
R
https://asheville.craigslist.org/bop/d/asheville-rivendell-choco-moose-bars/7525379809.html
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> On Aug 29, 2022, at 4:02 PM, Max S wrote:
>
> If anyone has another ChocoMoose, I'd be interested!
>
> - Max "bar junkie" in A2
>
>> On Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 12:54:35 AM
Just to be more confusing, I have a circa 2012 Homer, and I believe the
even sizes are 650b and the odd sizes are 700c, so there was some overlap
within some of the sizes. I have a 54 cm AHH 650b, and I believe the 55 cm
and 57 cm were 700c, while the 56 cm was 650b.
My Homer maxed out at 38 mm t
I suppose I could question you Patrick 'till the cows come home and I'll
never understand why you'd want to permanently alter a perfectly good crank.
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While I get everyone trying to sell on you new parts and all Ben but it
seems it's a cable routing issue. Why not call Riv and ask someone there as
they've seen countless setups applicable to yours if you're not sure how to
do a "super long" cable run ? For that matter, the simplicity and
univ
Welcome to the club with your new marvelous Platy!!! I wish you miles
of pain free fun.
I’ve had both saddles (and the related b17 and b68, both nonsprung
versions) and the saddles that fits MY sits bones best, be it on a Platy or
Appaloosa or Homer is the B67/68. So I think it might be
Hey Gabriel,
The Softride suspension stem and the Thudbuster Uni-Pivot are comfortable.
When trying to decide what bike to use the Rivendell Mountain and my OX
Brand Ti cruiser were top of the list due to the comfort factor. I played
with the thought of riding the Gary Fisher Gemini tandem solo
Evan - they used to be, but Swift announced last year (I think) that they
were needing to switch most of their production of their more popular bags
overseas in order to keep up with demand. I believe they still make a few
things and special projects in the PNW.
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 3:
If anyone has another ChocoMoose, I'd be interested!
- Max "bar junkie" in A2
On Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 12:54:35 AM UTC-4 Carl G wrote:
> Sold pending payment.
>
> Thanks all.
>
> On Friday, August 26, 2022 at 7:51:36 PM UTC-7 Carl G wrote:
>
>> Hi all,
>>
>> Doing some new-project fund
Is the Swift Zeitgeist made in USA? It says here on this page, under the
"Specs" tab
https://builtbyswift.com/shop/zeitgeist-pack/
that it is "Made in Surabaya, Indonesia out of recycled materials."
^ Not a criticism. Just a question.
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> On Aug 29, 2022, at 2:08 PM, J J wrote:
>
> About the squeaks in a B67: I came to accept the squeaks in my first B67,
> but it was more of necessity and resignation than of true appreciation. A few
> months ago I had to get a new B
I cannot comment on the flyer. However, for my very upright position my B67 is
really perfect. Since getting it I no longer need or use padded shorts. I have
cycled probably 1,500 miles with it in total comfort. I’ve gone 4 hours
practically non stop & did a 6 day bikecamping adventure on it. Ze
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:02:35 AM UTC-7 shopmonkey 39 wrote:
> Here's some ideas based on personal experience as I have barends on a
> handful of bikes. First idea since you are already there, would be to turn
> your indexing off on your shifters. I have this on a bike and it works
>
Stand has been SOLD. It seems I'm not able to remove the post to remove
list clutter (only individual posts). Does anyone know of a trick to remove
the whole thread? I'll look around...
Thanks!
-Ana
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 11:10:46 AM UTC-7 Ana Candela wrote:
> Of course, she will be tra
Shelf removal:
Grind it down 80-90% with a bench grinder if you have access to one
(faster), Dremel if you don't. Another alternate if you are careful is a
hacksaw across 2 shelves at a time - used a spacer (file folder cardboard
or?) against the backside of the arm (chainring bolt surface) so
Of course, she will be traveling with me :)
On Fri, Aug 26, 2022 at 6:36 AM Ryan wrote:
> I hope that beautiful purple mixte is moving with you!
>
> On Friday, August 26, 2022 at 12:50:14 AM UTC-5 Ana Candela wrote:
>
>> More photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/2sFdzr8gWbp57Y6z8
>>
>> On Thur
About the squeaks in a B67: I came to accept the squeaks in my first B67,
but it was more of necessity and resignation than of true appreciation. A
few months ago I had to get a new B67 because the tension bolt snapped on
the old one as I tried to tighten it (~10 years old) and I did not have
t
B67 or B68 (no springs) if you can find one. Or a Loveland from Rivet (no
springs either).
Laing
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 1:00:13 PM UTC-4 schralp wrote:
> Just joined after purchasing my first Country bike; a beaut of a lime
> olive platypus. Goal is to get more upright and it was outfit
I had never heard of Gevenalle before but those shifters look awesome. If I
ever run drop bars again (maybe a Stargazer?) I would absolutely give those a
try. Thanks for the suggestion.
Jay Lonner
Bellingham, WA
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> On Aug 29, 2022, at 10:02 AM, shopmonkey 39 wrote:
>
>
Dave:
There is considerable overlap with the bikes so I opted to keep the Sam to
have the ability for greater carrying capacity. Also, I had a custom road
bike in the pipeline. Incidentally, my first Riv was an Atlantis followed
by the Sage Green Sam; the Sam making a greater impression on me.
Be
I have both seats. I prefer the B67 for bolt upright where I’m more back on my
butt, and the Flyer goes on my mountain bikes/more lean-over bikes. Flyer is
narrower by quite a bit. It’s a B17 with springs.
> On Aug 29, 2022, at 10:00, schralp wrote:
>
> Just joined after purchasing my first
That's very exciting—it is a gorgeous build! Yes, please let me know your
impressions.
On Wed, Aug 24, 2022 at 9:19 PM Chris Buzzini
wrote:
> Hi Chris -- the Roadeo from the last Riv blast is headed my way very soon!
> I'll let y'all know how they ride.
>
> On Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 5:50:
Pacenti Brevets would be my choice.
On Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 5:51:15 PM UTC-7 plumber...@gmail.com
wrote:
> Hello everyone hope you've all enjoyed a casual ride this weekend!
>
> I'm looking for some input on rims. I recently purchased a Bombadil from a
> member on here and am planning
Here's some ideas based on personal experience as I have barends on a
handful of bikes. First idea since you are already there, would be to turn
your indexing off on your shifters. I have this on a bike and it works
great in friction mode.
Second idea. If you are open to other models of drop
I'm glad to hear it Alexander. I'm pretty set on getting a 36mm pair for my
Heron touring bike, which is kinda the max clearance I think to get in
there and keep my fenders. Did your 27s and or 40s measure fairly true to
size? The other tires I've been leaning towards are the 38mm SOMA Shikoro's
Unless an 800lb gorilla was previous owner, that's concerning, for sure. If
it's a result of tube bending, I would think evidence may exist elsewhere; as
tube bending likely would also occur at junction of DT/BB shell, DT, and/or
junction of DT/HT.I'm curious as to source of paint being ground o
I agree with your choice for pavement riding -- I don't need anything
fatter than 32 mm (in fact, if the 32mm-labeled Elk Pass was a true 32 mm
on my admittedly narrow rims, I'd rise from 26" tire Paradise to 26" tire
Nirvana (both Buddhist), but even at 28 mm on 19 mm OW rims, they're
heavenly (ge
Amen to this; I discovered this with consternation some 10 years ago after
I swapped my stiff-walled Big Apples for supple-walled Furious Freds hoping
to pump the FFs to the same ~17 psi as the BAs and get wonderful supple
rolling and cushion. But I had to pump the FF 5 psi harder than the BAs to
k
Maybe shifter itself or cable interfacing with shifter is jacked?Both front and
rear?Plenty of bikes out there running smooth with cables running along bar
bends.That's frustrating. Hope you find source.You've started process of
elimination. I'd continue that path...Good luck!Scott
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Just joined after purchasing my first Country bike; a beaut of a lime olive
platypus. Goal is to get more upright and it was outfitted with albatross
bars which are about perfect. However, I put my Brooks professional from
the 70s on and it doesn’t quite match the more upright position. I’m
thi
Hi Ginz,
The nice thing is that if you're using the silver shifters (which are
friction shifters), if you want to go back to the non-inside mount method,
all you have to do is switch them!
cheers,
john
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 5:04:37 PM UTC+2 lwt...@gmail.com wrote:
> Hey Ginz,
> I've r
Mike,
Do look into the Acorn bags. I currently own three (two handlebar and a
rando medium) and they are very well made. They sell out fast so I would
expect this run of bags will be gone in a day or two.
Best,
Rich in ATL
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 2:31:19 AM UTC-4 Hetchins52 wrote:
> Go
Rich, why did you sell the Homer and keep the Sam? Were you hauling more
gear? Thanks
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 9:48:47 AM UTC-7 RichS wrote:
> Hello Dave:
>
> You note that you like to 'keep things light". Then go with the Homer. I
> currently own a 2015 Hillborne and have owned a 2019 MI
Hello Dave:
You note that you like to 'keep things light". Then go with the Homer. I
currently own a 2015 Hillborne and have owned a 2019 MIT Homer; both 51cm.,
650b 38mm. tires. Both bikes had identical setups and the Homer was
certainly lighter — not by a lot but clearly discernible and conse
I ride a 61 cm or 58 cm Toyo Atlantis, a 59 or 61 cm Romulus, a 58 cm Soma
road bike. I think I would be a 58 cm Homer or 55 cm Sam. Not really sure.
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 9:18:45 AM UTC-7 aeroperf wrote:
> You might want to specify the size you may be looking for. The Homer has
> gone
Plastic, with a little give. Softer than cork anyway. I prefer them with
some cushioning on top.
Laing
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 12:19:18 PM UTC-4 Ginz wrote:
> Laing,
>
> Very interesting! Maybe those Dia Compe's covered with some ESI silicone
> tape or similar.
>
> Are they hard plastic
Laing,
Very interesting! Maybe those Dia Compe's covered with some ESI silicone
tape or similar.
Are they hard plastic? Soft?
Thanks,
Ginz
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 11:36:04 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote:
> Dia Compe makes these, for end mount reversed brake levers, but can be
> used for shi
First, the Bike on Bike drawing is super cool. Thanks for sharing. Second,
has anyone spent time on an early model Homer AND a MIT 2018 or 2019 Homer?
If so, I'd really like to know what you thought was different, particularly
for long rides with maybe 10 pounds of food and supplies. I keep thin
Dia Compe makes these, for end mount reversed brake levers, but can be used
for shifters. I have even mounted grips over them for even more diameter
and cushion.
[image: DC188-GRIP-BR-575x380.jpg]
Laing
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 11:29:28 AM UTC-4 Ginz wrote:
> I should also mention that I
I should also mention that I'm perfectly happy with the bar end shifters on
the Albatross. It's just that finding a grip that works with bar end
shifters, other than channeled cork, is difficult.
I've seen the photos where ESI silicone or Oury has been stretched over the
cable housing but ehhh
I run mine ahead of the grips closer to the brake levers. You have to play
with the positioning. I like the look of the cork grips but also got to
where I needed some more cush. The super chunkys work really nicely. A bit
of a pain to get on.
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 9:21:05 AM UTC-6 Ginz
Thanks, I guess I'll give it a try. I LOVE the idea of the cork grips and
the shape, but they are just not working for me anymore and I need to make
a change. Need more squish.
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 11:04:37 AM UTC-4 lwt...@gmail.com wrote:
> Hey Ginz,
> I've run albatross bars bars wi
Hi Garth,
I'm thinking of thumbies down by the grip.
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 11:04:37 AM UTC-4 lwt...@gmail.com wrote:
> Hey Ginz,
> I've run albatross bars bars with the Silver 2s mounted inside and really
> like it. You end up shifting up with your thumbs and down partially with
> your
Hey Ginz,
I've run albatross bars bars with the Silver 2s mounted inside and really
like it. You end up shifting up with your thumbs and down partially with
your finger around on the outside of the bar. Not sure if that explains it
very well but I think you'd like it. In fact I'm currently runni
Hi Everyone,
Does anyone have experience with Silver 1 shifters mounted INSIDE with the
thumb pods on the Albatross?
Yesterday, I think I fell out of love with cork grips on the Albatross.
Over the years I've used the original channeled cork with Silver bar ends,
then Misha's, then back to
Not to muddy the waters but I have a 2011 Homer and a first gen Roadini. It
would be tough to tell you the difference in ride between them; the Roadini
might be a tiny bit stiffer. Roadini definitely feels tough enough for
commute and gravel. Figured I'd mention it since the new ones go on sale
sale pending having the bike boxed up by a local shop so that an accurate
shipping cost can be determined. I will notify if the sale does not
complete.
On Sunday, August 28, 2022 at 8:08:39 PM UTC-4 RDS wrote:
> *Pics*:
> https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fa0woQ5CT1ZrVdPOsqz0iJ7KvAlYtx
I would agree that the AHH leans a little more on the lighter duty side
than the SH. If that is what you are looking for then go for the AHH.
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 12:17:09 AM UTC-4 Dave C wrote:
> What size were each frame? And how much do you weigh, and did you carry a
> lot of gear o
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