[RBW] Cushioning Saddlesack loads

2023-07-03 Thread Patrick Moore
I see many Saddlesacks and Happisacks resting squarely on rear racks. What do users do to prevent damage to contents (quart jars of pickles, laptops) from the jarring over severe bumps with the rack transmitting the blow through the bottom of the bag to the contents? My Carradice trunk bag is

Re: [RBW] Clem is mine!

2023-07-03 Thread JAS
Another RivSister! Welcome to you and your beautiful new Clem! I have a Clem also (dark green) and love the ride. Miles of smiles to you! --Joyce On Monday, July 3, 2023 at 1:20:52 PM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > Congrats! You are in for such a treat. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jul

Re: [RBW] I spy a yellow Platypus

2023-07-03 Thread JAS
Welcome, RivSister! Your Platy is beautiful. Best wishes for many happy miles together! Do you live on the West Coast? I'm in the NW, on Whidbey Island. If close, we could ride our Platys together! Joyce On Monday, July 3, 2023 at 3:23:56 PM UTC-7 maxcr wrote: > Another colorful Platy

[RBW] ISO/WTB: hex brass valve caps from Rew10 Works.

2023-07-03 Thread Kim Hetzel
I am ISO/WTB two (2) hex brass value caps from Rew10 Works. I am aware of the BLUE LUG sells them on their website: https://global.bluelug.com/rew10-works-hex-brass-valve-cap.html It is my understanding that these value caps will fit on presta values. I am not interested paying the expensive

Re: [RBW] Nicest silver Tektro upright canti brake levers?

2023-07-03 Thread Garth
Of course I'm gonna say the reverso RX4.1 in all silver are the nicest ! https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/nTMAAOSwiL9ij2Qk/s-l500.jpg -- 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

Re: [RBW] RAGBRAI L

2023-07-03 Thread Cody Marvin
I’ll be on my silver Sam, looking out for other Rivs. Cody in Chicago On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 6:59 PM Ted W wrote: > I’ve yet to do RAGBAI. It’s been on my list for years but there always > seem to be a reason I can’t make it happen. Hopefully, once my son is > older, I’ll be able to get

Re: [RBW] Nicest silver Tektro upright canti brake levers?

2023-07-03 Thread Ted W
I’m a fan of the FL540s. They come in both black/silver and silver/silver variants. The silver/silver seems to be a bit harder to find right now, but they’re real pretty. On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 6:08 PM Doug Van Cleve wrote: > Howdy folks. > > What are the nicest all silver Tektro upright bar

Re: [RBW] RAGBRAI L

2023-07-03 Thread Ted W
I’ve yet to do RAGBAI. It’s been on my list for years but there always seem to be a reason I can’t make it happen. Hopefully, once my son is older, I’ll be able to get there. I do ride BRAG every year, though. Have always had an interesting bike to ride for the week but next year will be the first

Re: [RBW] Test Ride Opportunities in the Midwest (Madison, WI)

2023-07-03 Thread Camden Powell
I'd be interested in buying either a 52 or *maybe *a 59, but I figure these bikes are so unique that any test ride would do me good, even if it's not my size. El lunes, 3 de julio de 2023 a la(s) 5:25:37 p. m. UTC-5, Danny escribió: > Hey Camden, > > I'm local to Madison. What size frame are

Re: [RBW] RAGBRAI L

2023-07-03 Thread Brady Smith
I'll be there on my Roadini. On Monday, July 3, 2023 at 4:19:57 PM UTC-6 Tirebiter ATX wrote: > I plan to ride my Homer > > On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 2:51 PM Michael Moore, Jr. > wrote: > >> Not this year, but I hope to bring my Bleriot in 2024 or 2025. I hear >> great things. Have fun! >> >>

Re: [RBW] Test Ride Opportunities in the Midwest (Madison, WI)

2023-07-03 Thread Danny
Hey Camden, I'm local to Madison. What size frame are you looking to ride? -Danny On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 3:26 PM Richard Rose wrote: > For me it has been a leap of faith. Although, I was at least able to ride > my Clem for about 3 minutes on a very cold January morning. That was all I >

Re: [RBW] I spy a yellow Platypus

2023-07-03 Thread maxcr
Another colorful Platy build!  https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news/jordans-platty Max On Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 7:30:45 AM UTC-4 Elton Lance wrote: > Love the white Rivet saddle. Looks perfect on the bike! > > Elton Lance > Vero Beach, FL > > > > > > On Jun 8, 2023, at 7:14 AM, Roberta

Re: [RBW] RAGBRAI L

2023-07-03 Thread Lyman Labry
I plan to ride my Homer On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 2:51 PM Michael Moore, Jr. wrote: > Not this year, but I hope to bring my Bleriot in 2024 or 2025. I hear > great things. Have fun! > > -- > Michael Moore, Jr. > Arcata, CA > > On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 12:21 PM Rusty Click wrote: > >> Anyone

[RBW] Nicest silver Tektro upright canti brake levers?

2023-07-03 Thread Doug Van Cleve
Howdy folks. What are the nicest all silver Tektro upright bar canti brake levers currently available? I’m redoing the bars and shifters on my Joe Appaloosa and the cantis already on it are Tektro. Thanks, Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: WTB: unpunched/grooved cork grips

2023-07-03 Thread aeroperf
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Re: [RBW] Test Ride Opportunities in the Midwest (Madison, WI)

2023-07-03 Thread Richard Rose
For me it has been a leap of faith. Although, I was at least able to ride my Clem for about 3 minutes on a very cold January morning. That was all I needed. And after spending a full year with it I had few doubts regarding my Gus purchase. Perhaps you can find someone here that is close enough

Re: [RBW] Clem is mine!

2023-07-03 Thread Richard Rose
Congrats! You are in for such a treat.Sent from my iPhoneOn Jul 3, 2023, at 3:41 PM, Gina wrote:Hello, all!After a few years lurking here and searching for a Riv, I have finally got my hands on a lime olive Clem L. I originally wanted a Platypus but, alas, the smallest frame is too large but I

[RBW] WTB: unpunched/grooved cork grips

2023-07-03 Thread Doug Van Cleve
Howdy folks. Anybody sitting on a set of these with no particular plans? They are currently out of stock at RBW and I’d love to get my hands on a set… Thanks, Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] RAGBRAI L

2023-07-03 Thread Michael Moore, Jr.
Not this year, but I hope to bring my Bleriot in 2024 or 2025. I hear great things. Have fun! -- Michael Moore, Jr. Arcata, CA On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 12:21 PM Rusty Click wrote: > Anyone bringing their Riv to Iowa for RAGBRAI this year?? > Every year, I see a few and have met a few (Hello

[RBW] Re: Clem is mine!

2023-07-03 Thread Doug H.
Gina, That is awesome! I love my Clem for all kinds of riding but most of my miles are on asphalt. I'll be looking forward to hearing how this bike compares to others you've ridden. To me the Clem has a unique ride quality that no other bike offers although I've not ridden many other Rivendell

[RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop?

2023-07-03 Thread Miles T
Looks like a comfy ride! I remember reading a tidbit on how riv lengthens their head tubes on stepthrus so the joints of the down tube and top tube aren’t so congested. That bike illustrates the congestion point! Not sure if it’s solely for aesthetics or if there’s more to it… On Thursday,

[RBW] Test Ride Opportunities in the Midwest (Madison, WI)

2023-07-03 Thread Camden Powell
Hey folks, I've been fascinated by Rivendell's designs for a while and as of recently have been very tempted to order myself a frame. Thing is, I still have never ridden one, and it seems like quite a big move (for me, at least) to place an order without riding around a bit first. Is there

[RBW] RAGBRAI L

2023-07-03 Thread Rusty Click
Anyone bringing their Riv to Iowa for RAGBRAI this year?? Every year, I see a few and have met a few (Hello Julian), and would like to maybe meet over some "Church Lady" pie and a cold refreshment! Rusty Pgh,PA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa Build Opinions

2023-07-03 Thread Doug H.
Nice build. Off-topic alert. I recently changed my Clem to 1x and am using a 40T chainring and 11-48 cassette. I never use the 48 and think I could easily have gone with a 11-42. I'm interested to find out how you do on steep inclines with the 42/36 low gear with this setup. Thanks, Doug On

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Saddlesack Small Olive

2023-07-03 Thread Vincent Tamer
SOLD On Monday, July 3, 2023 at 7:47:49 AM UTC-7 Vincent Tamer wrote: > *BUMP *$110 Shipped within the 48 > On Saturday, July 1, 2023 at 10:17:49 AM UTC-7 Vincent Tamer wrote: > >> I have a Small Saddlesack (the model before the current bag boy, I >> believe). It was purchased brand new and has

[RBW] Re: For Sale: 53cm Black Mountain Cycles Monster cross Disc

2023-07-03 Thread Bruce Smitham
[image: MCD 9.jpg] I used the Brooks saddle for my other bike so installed a just fine Bontrager and lowered the price to $1,700 with updated photos On Sunday, June 25, 2023 at 6:10:25 PM UTC-7 Bruce Smitham wrote: > For Sale: 53cm Black Mountain Cycles Monstercross Disc complete bike in >

Re: [RBW] WTB: XSmall Sackville Saddlesack - Olive or Tan color

2023-07-03 Thread R Shannon
Search ended. Bag has been found! Best, Rich in ATL On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 11:59 AM, RichS wrote: > Anyone have the above bag in they're no longer using? > Thanks very much. > > Best, > Rich in ATL > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups

[RBW] Re: FS: Gore R7 Partial Infinium Gore Tex Hooded Jacket

2023-07-03 Thread Dave Grossman
Bump and a price drop to $75 shipped On Saturday, July 1, 2023 at 9:38:49 AM UTC-5 Dave Grossman wrote: > I bought this last summer to use as a ligthweight packable jacket but I > just don't like the fit. Its under 6 oz., a really nice color, stretchy, > and really good in the rain. Not a

Re: [RBW] Inquiring about "sling over the rack" rear panniers; perhaps trade for Medium Happisack or Sackville?

2023-07-03 Thread Tom Wyland
I've always been a fan of the Dutch variety of these double panniers. They are typically made out of tarp material (often recycled). Green Guru Gear (recycled): https://www.greengurugear.com/collections/bike-gear/products/double-dutch-dual-pannier Basil:

Re: [RBW] 650b Gravel Bikes?

2023-07-03 Thread Will Boericke
I have a long chainstay gravel bike (built on a Schwinn passage) and a more modern frame with discs. Long chainstays obviously make chunky terrain and descents much more tolerable and controlled. Depending on the style of riding, though, they make getting your front wheel up and over

Re: [RBW] 650b Gravel Bikes?

2023-07-03 Thread George Schick
Great responses to this post! Thanks all. I would have several things to say about this "gravel bike" business: first of all, I agree that it's a concept that reminds me of the very early days of mountain biking (what was originally called "mountain surfing," IIRC) where someone got ahold of

[RBW] WTB: XSmall Sackville Saddlesack - Olive or Tan color

2023-07-03 Thread RichS
Anyone have the above bag in they're no longer using? Thanks very much. Best, Rich in ATL -- 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: WTB: Brass bits and bobs

2023-07-03 Thread Jason Zakaras
Not sure your time frame of how many spacers you need but I’ve got a bunch I got from Analog that I didn’t use and would be happy to ship to you for the cost of shipping. That said they are packed and I move to AR from NE this week and wouldn’t be able to ship for about 2 weeks… On Monday,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Brass bits and bobs

2023-07-03 Thread Ted W
Thanks Max! I didn't know about Analog Cycles. I've bookmarked them for future reference. On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 11:09 AM maxcr wrote: > Hi Ted, > > I'm not sure if you're looking for used bits, but if you're ok paying for > new, Analog Cycles has some of what you're looking for and they ship

[RBW] Re: WTB: Brass bits and bobs

2023-07-03 Thread maxcr
Hi Ted, I'm not sure if you're looking for used bits, but if you're ok paying for new, Analog Cycles has some of what you're looking for and they ship really fast: https://analogcycles.com/products/blue-lug-brass-square-taper-crank-extractor?_pos=15&_sid=30764e461&_ss=r Max On Monday, July

[RBW] WTB: Brass bits and bobs

2023-07-03 Thread Ted W
I'm leaning in to the purple and gold/brass color scheme on the new Appa and I'm looking for the following: * Blue Lug 1" brass headset spacers * Blue Lug brass crank caps If you have either of these or any other brass bits and bobs that might be interesting feel free to message me off-list,

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Saddlesack Small Olive

2023-07-03 Thread Vincent Tamer
*BUMP *$110 Shipped within the 48 On Saturday, July 1, 2023 at 10:17:49 AM UTC-7 Vincent Tamer wrote: > I have a Small Saddlesack (the model before the current bag boy, I > believe). It was purchased brand new and has sat for pretty much the entire > time I've owned it. It was on my bike for

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H

2023-07-03 Thread Vincent Tamer
Very nice to see a custom painted clem! On Sunday, July 2, 2023 at 3:51:28 PM UTC-7 fra...@gmail.com wrote: > Bike is sold! Thanks all! > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 8:55:07 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > >> I realize that I completely forgot to put that this is a 59cm frame! >> Thanks Richard!

Re: [RBW] 650b Gravel Bikes?

2023-07-03 Thread Chris L
Because I prefer really wide tires and no toe overlap, I would prefer 650B for my bike. I looked into having disk tabs added to my Hunqapillar and I could buy a different (non-RIV, of course) frameset for what that modification would cost, and that's not including paint. I could have them

Re: [RBW] 650b Gravel Bikes?

2023-07-03 Thread Den John
My 'gravel bike' is a Rivendell Atlantis with 650B wheels. It is a 2018 model I think, which has long chainstays but a shortish top tube that allows for drop bars. There was a choice between 650B and 700c in that size in that year. The bike rides really nicely on a variety of unpaved surfaces,

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa Build Opinions

2023-07-03 Thread Chester
Doug Van Cleve wrote: Hey Ted. Not sure if you mean the OG Moustache or the Albastache, but I can tell you the OG requires a very short stem compared to drops. It's because the main hand position is the full reach, there really isn't a good tops position like drops. I gather that Albastache