[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

Riv has a demo Roadeo that looks like a good size and function fit: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-roadeo-wsf1.htm On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 9:54:02 AM UTC-6, John G. wrote: > > Hi everyone, > > I'm the proud and delighted owner of a 58 cm Hunqapillar. Some of my best > days ever have

[RBW] Re: Three great test rides at RBWHQ

I saw a Hilsen painted that same orange last year. The rider had stickered 3M reflective polka dots all over it (including fenders). It was outrageous. On Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 3:12:25 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > On November 8, I reported: > > "While we were talking Mark carried i

[RBW] Re: Dyno light recommendation

I'm on the fence with this one. My boys ride Shimano dynos with EYC fronts and TopLine Light rears. It's an excellent setup. They run them all the time, obviously for night commuting, but also as day lights. I think running day lights is a vastly underappreciated value-add. My wife and I run th

[RBW] Re: Atlantis vs. Sam

You will not find Atlantis to be stiff or sluggish. The geometry is great. You put good tires on it and it will ride with the wind. Don't get crazy on wheel size. I'm running 559 x 46mm tires. They roll great. I'll never sell my Atlantis. It is the beast. On Tuesday, February

[RBW] Re: The order, now the wait....

on, I couldn't fault them. Smooth as butter, good power, good road feel. The Riv site copy on them is honest. They absolutely don't look cheap, quality is obvious. Check the Hunq pics on the Riv site: couple good shots. The brakes adjust easily. I think you will need this: http://

[RBW] Re: Rear derailer on my Hillborne

I have an Altus. It works like Riv says it does. Shifts well, trims easily. For 20-something bucks what's to lose? On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 9:25:45 PM UTC-6, Surlyprof wrote: > > Riding my canti-Hillborne to work today, my pedals came to a very abrupt > stop. One of the chain links pop

[RBW] Re: RBW and Meaning

I think one of the base concepts you will need to discuss with your students is "tool". What is a tool? What elevates a tool to craft or to artisan status? Why do we elevate some tools to iconic status and not others? I have one Riv, an Atlantis. When I got it, it was dead

[RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

One problem with the basket + mini rack is this: if the load is not centered over the rack, but is unevenly weighted side to side, particularly if weight is outside the rack rail and associated support strut you can have steering issues. Test it. Make sure the weight is lopsided, take you hands

[RBW] Re: on bike bag theft

Good for stems, good for racks, good for seat posts and seat rails... http://www.urbanbiketech.com/product-p/pitstopper.htm On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 2:52:36 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Since you are going to zip-tie it or similar, you should also ask how many > people have had a baske

[RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

I'd look around for an early 1980's Trek. The mid to upper range models were 531DB and very nicely lugged using standard tube sets... so nicely compliant. Steer clear of the models that have fast-back seat stays. They have clearance for 28s or less. Look for frames with side-tack seat stays and

[RBW] Re: what bolts?

These... http://www.urbanbiketech.com/product-p/pitstopper.htm On Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 11:49:34 PM UTC-6, Patrick D Kelly wrote: > > I've got a joe appaloosa on order. I'd like to try out securing my seat > post and saddle with bolts from http://www.bicyclebolts.com/. Anybody > know w

[RBW] Re: Fully Clothed Joe

I have an Atlantis. Great bike. But I think you should get a CLEM. That gives you do-all Atlantis/Appaloosa capability without $$$ investment. Wait for the Riv pendulum to swing back to classic road frames. A Rodeo or Legolas that runs modern chubbies with fender clearance would be the bee's k

[RBW] Re: I'm in on the Fat-Lantis club

This is how my Atlantis looked before I civilized it with p65s and Tubus racks. It was not heavy, not dead, and NOT SLOW. On Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 3:38:41 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

I use a sturdy lag ring bolt in a stud. Then a good U-lock to secure the bike to the ring. Ring bolts are easily sourced at the local hardware store. Or go here for super duty anchoring: http://mobilesecurity.abus.com/eng/bike/product_categories/display/bike-anchors The beater tarp idea is also

Re: [RBW] Centerpulls vs. cantis

way. Perhaps he will comment. On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 6:32:45 PM UTC-5, Tim wrote: > > I don't like the canti brakes on my hunqapillar at all. The brake shudder > is so violent that it brings the front wheel off the ground. -- You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: FW:

It's so nice! I'm guessing you have a sophisicated, well heeled, audience... On Friday, April 8, 2016 at 5:00:23 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > Finished – just in time! – a Clementine build for my daughter's school > charity auction – a few pics are below. > > > > This really does have to be th

[RBW] Re: Hidden Blogs?

http://hubbuhubbuh.tumblr.com/ http://roscobubbe.tumblr.com/ On Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at 12:44:27 PM UTC-5, Reid wrote: > > For those of us who signed up for updates on the Rosco Bubbe bikes ... > > In the latest from Grant, he mentions a possible frame color shown in the > "Rosco Blog" or the

[RBW] Re: Seeking advice on embellishing a Nitto Long Boy rack

Why not create rail stops by wrapping a piece of tire-tube around the rack's base? 4-5 turns of rubbber secured by a zip tie would do the trick. You have a secure stop point to prevent hook sliding and you would do no damage to the rack's finish. On Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 8:13:09 AM UTC-5,

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

I think the best response is this... Hey (carbon-guy) would you like to swap for an hour? Because we know (WE KNOW) that Rivs plus 30-40 mm tires beat everything out there for speed and comfort. Those carbon frames with 24 mm tires suck. On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 8:42:39 PM UTC-5, Julia

Re: [RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

, Julian's story is notable for one huge reason: > > that the guy said to him, "you're making us look bad." > > This will not stand, ya' know. This aggression will not stand, man. > > > - James > > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Apr 20, 20

[RBW] Re: joe appaloosa photos, registration

Thanks for this nudge. I registered my Atlantis and attached two pictures. Took maybe 3-4 minutes. If the LBS folks and others keep a weather eye on the stolen list this should be an effective way to get the word out if you ever need too. What's nice is you can list your parts, if you want. I

[RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

Nice looking set up John. I am really enjoying my Sam too! Here's a shot of mine in your neck of the woods. I live in New York but my parents live on the Maryland shore. I ride down there a lot. Enjoy!

Re: [RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

Hi Patrick. Thanks. The cranks are SRAM apex, the bag is a Zimbale. Can't remember what it's name is but it's their smallest saddle bag. I love, love, love the Kojaks. Those are the 35s that measure out more like 32 when new. I've been riding them exclusively since May (over 3500 miles) and the

Re: [RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

hoto that shows them close up: <https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-6eWDGEEnXKw/ULuIsF09AvI/ABc/3NLxcbLEHfU/s1600/IMG_0739.JPG> On Sunday, December 2, 2012 11:22:15 AM UTC-5, Mike Gillespie wrote: > > Hi Will, > > I think this is the first time I've seen down tube

Re: [RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

Oops: forgot light info: the headlight is a Nightrider MiNewt 600. Taillight is an old Vista Light tail light that I noodled to attach to the upper rear rack mount. It works. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view

Re: [RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

That's a nice looking Sam Charlie. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/qQYvpVxuJbUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu

[RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

Yup, it's a 60. 110 stem. 48 Noodles. I can't imagine a bike fitting me better. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/sZIbtQlScjEJ. To pos

[RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

Oh boy Mike, I can give you a bunch of info! The bike I had when I got my first Hillborne was a 59cm Surly Steamroller. My saddle height on the Surly was 77.5cm. On my Sam it's 78cm. I am 6'1" and my pbh is 88cm. I have a wide, stocky build, and my arms are pretty average length. I'm not a knuck

[RBW] Not too off topic I hope...

carry around on the bike. What is it? If anyone else has cameras that they like to take out on rides on their Rivs (Riv content!), I would like to hear about them. I'm sick of my crappy iPhone photos and want to step up to a good all around camera that will travel well yet still give me a go

[RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

et more winners. I'm looking at (in no particular order): Panasonic Lumix LX7, Canon Powershot G15 and the Nikon Coolpix P7700. All are sub $500, point and shoot cameras. Compact but not tiny. I don't like carrying stuff on my body when I ride. Everything goes into a saddle bag. Fo

[RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

Thanks Garth. The AA battery usage is a good point. My E10 is like that and I have always appreciated it. In that group the Canon SX160 stands out for me. That would be some serious savings over what I was looking at! And very portable. Doesn't look like I would be giving up too much?

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

+1! Seriously. That is a smart and fun promo that I want to be a part of! And I like how the winner gets to know who he or she is so fast. That's so Rivendellian! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on t

[RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

Nice photos Bobby. Looks like perfect Napa weather. Love the brick! I wonder what the main tube wall thickness was on those... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.

Re: [RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

era that I will always have with me. It's not going to live a pampered life. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Tgbn

[RBW] Velocity quality

These wheels take a lot of punishment and wear over time. Riding style, rider weight and terrain have to be taken into consideration. Even though I have learned to ride with a certain amount of finesse I still consider myself to be a clyde weighing in the 190-240 lb range throughout my cycling "

Re: [RBW] Velocity quality

Yeah, I never had to deal with Mavic directly so I shouldn't speak of them. When I had Mavic rim failures it was always the builder (usually Excel) taking care of me. In fact I've never had to deal with Velocity directly either. It's always been Rich built Velocity's for me and he's always kept

[RBW] Re: Saluki

Sean, FWIW list member Hobie is selling a fine example of a 58cm Saluki, I'm pretty sure it's still available. I have personally ridden this bike. It's too small for me but its gorgeous. Last I checked he was looking to unload the complete bike (with fancy parts) for just north of what a new fra

[RBW] Re: Advice on a possible Sam purchase for a new Riv buyer

icely. And that's one of the benefits of weight that you don't hear too often. Yes, benefits of weight. It's something that you need to embrace before you will be truly happy on one of these bikes. There are certainly many many more riders out there taking the opposite view. I suff

[RBW] Re: Hillborne and bar change

Looks great Charlie. The perfect go to. Enjoy. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/7rD4GJn7BjkJ. To post to this group, send email to rb

[RBW] Re: First commute on a Rivendell

Really nice build Dave. What fenders are those? They look great! I tried to blow the photo up to see what was going on paint wise but can't tell. Is that clear coat? Whatever it is that bike looks really classy and understated. Enjoy! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Almost done

+1 on the drool factor! That Rene Herse crank is gorgeous. And I've got some serious garage envy going on! Your Ram build looks great Kelley. Enjoy. I would be interested in hearing long-term performance reviews on the Herse crank. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

shoot with one hand. Not too big and bulky or too small so as to slip and drop. AA batteries are easy. Thanks for all of the great advice. -Will -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web vi

[RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior totally surprised!

’m not sure there are many > who love Rivendell more than I do—and not because I won the raffle (which I > still can’t believe). I love Riv, and of course this means in large part > Grant (but not only Grant), because: > > · They make studendously beautiful, well made, comfort

[RBW] Good deal?

It's a very good deal. I have seen and even briefly ridden this bike first hand (too small for me). It's a beauty and Hobie is a good guy. He has lovingly maintained this bike. You won't be sorry. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] Re: Calling All Mixte Rivsters!

Liesl, If it was me, I'd get a super-light mixte instead a mountain design. Rodeo or Hilsen geometry with a drop tube and clearance for Hetres would be perfect. When you are older, a lighter, more compliant bike makes more sense than a heavier frame mountain spec. I really like that fuschia cus

[RBW] Re: Panaracer Tour Tire

For a fast, light, high volume and surprisingly tough tire, I feel Schwalbe Kojaks should be considered in this conversation. The 700 x 35's are my "bees knees" tire of choice. No reflective sidewall strips though. No tread pattern either. But that just adds to their zing. And while they are "to

[RBW] Re: Helmet recomendations

We like these: http://www.troxelhelmets.com/products/sport You might poke around the Troxel site for more expensive units, but the Sport has all the important features, like screened vents and so on. I've got a high end Giro but the Troxel is as good. I dunno why, but equestrian helmets, in ge

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

I notice Grant's Atlantis on the staff bike page has V-brakes. I'm not surprised. I run XTs on my trail bike. They are way nicer than the sidepulls on my other bikes. Will On Saturday, February 23, 2013 7:56:08 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: > > quite simply, there ain't nothi

[RBW] Re: The Rambouillet and Rivendell Models....better with age

Atlantis. It is without question the best bicycle I've ever owned, and I've owned quite a few. There is real magic there. Will On Friday, March 13, 2015 at 4:52:47 AM UTC-5, Jay LePree wrote: > > Hi all: > I took my Rambouillet in for service to get it ready now tha

[RBW] Re: Atlantis reconfigured and reborn! Long message ahead...

Rene, Put Grant's fork back on. Take the porteur rack off. Put a Tubus Logo Evo on the back with a quick release (Ortleib) roll top bag. The Ortleib swallows gobs of gear and you won't know it's there. The Atlantis, as designed, is extraordinary. Will On Saturday, Marc

[RBW] brake advice

I have a new-to-me Atlantis that needs brakes. I've just installed P65 Longboards and am thinking about either Paul Touring Cantilevers or Paul Mini-Motos. Any/all experience is solicited. I want to get this right. Thanks Will -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: brake advice

I guess what I am driving at is can mini-motos clear the P65s? And secondly, are the touring cantis better or worse than the mini-moto side-pulls. I am having a great time with this Atlantis. Wow. What a bike. Will On Sunday, March 15, 2015 at 5:02:40 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: >

[RBW] Re: brake advice

Thanks. That's a good question. At the moment the bike has Continental Touring tires. I'm guessing they are 40s or thereabouts. But I am pretty sure the end game for this Atlantis will be one of the Compass 26" fatties. So big clearance is the main concern. Took the bike out

[RBW] Re: brake advice

To share some information, since I suspect as the new Compass fat tires get adopted, folks will have brake questions... My initial concern was clearing P65 fenders. I emailed Riv and Paul Industries. Brian at Riv, reco'd Shimano CX 70s. Says he has them on 3 cycles. Paul Price was kind e

[RBW] Re: brake advice

ich I strongly suspect will become my ending solution, once I change to 55s. In the meantime, it occurred to me that I had a set of Riv's Tektro 720s on a project bike. So I re-read the Riv blurb on them, and liked it, especially since I'm running a relatively new set of touring 45s under

[RBW] Re: I test rode the Clem

lightning will strike and someone will post a Legolas F.S. in Madison. :-) On Sunday, March 22, 2015 at 3:06:30 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > " Who cares what butt lengths you have when that's what you are doing on > your bike? " > > Bill, that's a brillian

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine rear brake cabling -- ideas?

Maybe the thing to do is expect Riv to resolve the problem. The brake run is not-so-good and Riv can fix it with some pulley or hanger device. They will. On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 4:05:38 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > Oh, great – now if I buy it I’ll have to endure comp

[RBW] Re: Thin Tires on a Hunqapillar

I can't answer that precisely. But can get you closer. I have an Atlantis, running 44s-45s. The bike is well behaved and fast. My 559x45s roll faster than my son's 700x35s. Meaning when we are riding together, coasting on downslopes, I always catch him. We weigh the same (within about 5 poun

[RBW] Re: brake advice

have to experience to appreciate. On Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 7:31:35 PM UTC-5, Will wrote: > > I almost did Moto-Lites, but 2 things got in the way: 1) I want to install > a Tubus Logo Evo and the area looked conflicted for Moto-lites, and 2) the > Atlantis has a very nice arched

[RBW] security

situations. I will park at the library, Trader Joe's, the grocery store, etc... mostly public places with sidewalk traffic. Advice? Will -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

You could simply mount the Wald as it is manufactured. I had these on my newspaper bikes back in the day. They are bullet-proof, heavy haulers. I cannot imagine that a basket ziptied to a rack would be more stable or durable than this original Wald set-up. Wald is working-class cred. http://ww

[RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

cushion. Our paper bikes looked a lot like these... http://www.worksmancycles.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/indbikes.html When you look at the "industrial newsboy" you will note both baskets (front and back) are angled towards the frame center. You will also note the head and seat tube

[RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

steering. This position is a function of geometry, not basket or rack attachment. You could weld the struts to the fork blades and the load would still be unstable. I have an Atlantis. For all of its goodness it will never handle loads like the Worksman link I posted above, neither will the Hunq

[RBW] Re: Putting a rack on a Dave Scott

a bit of luxury. Will On Monday, April 6, 2015 at 7:36:29 PM UTC-5, Mike K. wrote: > > Hi everyone. > I've been down to one bike for a while, and with a recent home > acquisition, don't see the opportunity to get a second any time soon. > > (Though you never can te

[RBW] Re: Pondering the Clem Complete

r rack-and-bag isn't Riv-ware, it's Tubus/Ortleib. Will On Thursday, April 9, 2015 at 6:33:42 AM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > So I'm in on a 52cm Clementine for my wife, this'll be the first new bike > I've ever bought and now Riv's offer of making it a

[RBW] Re: Perfect number of bikes = N?

I have 3 bikes in riding mode at the moment (and a few projects hanging in the garage). The riders... 3D trail bike with a bunch of XTR/RaceFace/Chris King hanging off of it. I took the knobbies off, it's running slicks. I use it for hauling a BOB Yak trailer around. A 1970's Motobecane SuperMir

[RBW] Re: An even fatter (F)atlantis!

So nice to see an Atlantis setup this way. Rugged works really well. My Atlantis is very different. I'm running touring slicks (45's), under P65 Longboards. The bike is fast and agile. I know everyone is thinking CLEM these days. But I think besting an Atlantis is a really tough assignment.

[RBW] Re: Bags for small bike owners (48cm Hunqs, 47cm Sams, Atlanti, etc.)

s. The rack and pannier I've installed work great. I have huge capacity, great access to cargo contents, immediate on-off bag convenience. I cannot imagine fooling with a saddle bag. It would never be as convenient. Will On Friday, April 24, 2015 at 11:31:32 AM UTC-5, Ginz wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?

17 special. Get the sneaker peddles. Yes, they are cheap, I have them on 3 bikes. Like them a lot. If you go dynamo, get a set of Pitlocks. Having the wheels (and seat post) secured is real peace of mind. Get the biggest fenders the bike will fit. Oh... one more thing... if you're mo

[RBW] Re: So your friend calls and says he wants to buy a bike

Amit... Show this friend your bike. Explain all the features that caused you to buy it. Once he understands your decision process, he can map whatever elements there are that carry to "tri" bikes. Or... he'll understand he's asking the wrong person. Either way, he's got a start. On Fr

[RBW] Re: Wrenching Apron

This one is worth desire: http://randijofab.com/products/aprons Will On Monday, May 4, 2015 at 11:27:10 PM UTC-5, Surlyprof wrote: > > Unfortunately, whatever I'm wearing at the time. This is why I can't have > nice things. That "apron-thing" sounds like a good

[RBW] Re: Where do you mount your lights?

Maybe a less expensive solution will work, particularly if your dynamo setup can support a USB cable. I got a Cygo-lite from Riv a couple months back. It is inexpensive, fits on bars, is easily swiveled around while riding, and is fairly bright. Yes, you can point it into turns with a spare

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for wheel security?

http://www.urbanbiketech.com/default.asp Will On Sunday, May 17, 2015 at 12:09:12 AM UTC-5, Lungimsam wrote: > > Looking for something for me wheels so I only have to lock the frame at > stops. > > I know about Pitlock type skewers. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

be that your Krampus with all the Gucci parts didn't register with him. Rohloff doesn't mean much to me and I know what it costs. Will On Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 9:09:13 AM UTC-5, Anne Paulson wrote: > > Is this mansplaining, or does this happen to you, too: > > I w

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

have a clue? Answer = NO. So whether pedals were his business or not isn't what is being debated. What's being debated is gender-based knowledge. Will On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 9:05:09 AM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > > It might simply be that the young man believed that cl

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

spend big $$$ on functional logistics, both Anne and I had experiences that suggested folks did not view our equipment as "experiential". Will On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 10:15:13 AM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > > What's being debated is gender-based knowledge. > &

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

ent anchor we use to frame discussion. Will On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 10:13:27 AM UTC-5, Anne Paulson wrote: > > I don't want to get into an argument about whether a guy of my age > would have gotten the same comments about clipless pedals. Maybe, > maybe not. And I certainl

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 11:48:18 AM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > > Mansplaining is not well documented > > Google pulls up thousands of articles on the subject, many from respected > outlets. > > > I do not think bikes and strollers lack philosophical equivalence. Both > are transport device

[RBW] Re: Bent rear derailler?

This is an opportunity to purchase an Altus from the Riv folk. #1 son has one on his commuter. Works great. On Sunday, May 24, 2015 at 4:48:17 PM UTC-5, WETH wrote: > > I am in need of a second opinion. Is the rear derailler on my Atlantis > bent? It's a Shimano deore from Riv-well used by me.

[RBW] Re: Single Speed Conversion Help

the wheels or seat. How to repair a flat??? How to adjust the seat??? How to explain on Craig's list the bike is legit??? Anyway... it's 10 minutes to install the pits. Will cost $100 for the pits, $90 for an Abus U that is extremely serious. The setup is very convenient to use. On

[RBW] Re: "03 Curt Goodrich Riv custom out for life-altering surgery.

wdercoated, re-assembled. > > Item: Dynamo wire guides, along inside of right fork leg, along right > side of top tube, down right seatstay, across to rear rack where the wire > will disappear into the rack tubes to emerge just for'ard of the rack > mounted tail light, > >

[RBW] Re: Single Speed Conversion Help

Another option is to use security bolts. This link will have everything you'd use to secure parts to the frame: stem, racks, brakes, seat post, seat on post, derailers, etc... http://bicyclebolts.com/collections/security-allen-bolts/ I guess I am reacting to de-constructing a well though

[RBW] Re: "How old is your Hillborne?" Really

Well... your alternative is to whip out the cell phone, snag the Riv site and prove the "newness". Problem is: future FIL will do the math and come up with $4000. That may or may not be what you want. :-) On Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 10:14:02 AM UTC-5, drew wrote: > > Ha ha. i

[RBW] Re: Curious: saddle bags versus panniers?

Like most here, I like the look of saddlebags. There are two "con" issues for me with them: 1) weight is high on the frame. 2) they are really inconvenient to attach/detach 3) I'm not gonna leave a $200 bag on a bike. Panniers are simply easier. 1) They attach/detach in seconds. 2) They ha

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

I think this low trail vs high trail issue is overly philosophized. When I was delivering newspapers, years ago, I needed a bike designed for 40 pound front loads. Worksman makes them. If I did 200K randoneurring, like Jan Heine, I'd want a very fast bike that carried 8 pounds of stuff in fron

[RBW] Re: Stolen SimpleOne and a question

I've posted this a couple of times in lock threads... my solution was to pitlock the wheels and seat and use a compact U-lock for securing the frame to something stationary. The U I chose was an Abus Granit Futura. It's small and light. I really like this setup. I park in public places everyda

[RBW] Re: loaded handling question

ug said the increased friction at the bottom > race (the upper race are normal bearings)dampens the oscillation. But this > headset will only go so far in resolving shimmy. Personally, I feel that > the ride quality inherent with Riv's tubing and geometry that we admire is > als

[RBW] Re: Seeking Rack Advice

hare? > > The rack might see some light touring, but the primary use will be for my > daily commute, usually with one ortlieb roller pannier, ~15 lbs load. > Occasionally I'll stuff it heavier, say 20 lbs. > > I love the idea of the Clem rack but am skeptical about carrying

[RBW] Re: Advice on Choosing a New Rivendell Appaloosa, Hillborne or Clem

n commuting regularly now for over a > year and ready to buy a new bike with my wife's support. We will be going > to one car and VW will partially subsidize this purchase with the Diesel > Scandal settlement. I am struggling to decide which model to buy and was > wondering

[RBW] Re: N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

e guy, like > my great uncle Bernie, who delivered the mail for the Irish Post by bicycle > his whole life. > > > > > But emotionally I just am not wired in such a fashion. As a general rule, > I gravitate toward bicycles with some beausage, though several recent >

[RBW] Re: PSA 53cm atlantis on ebay - $800

I have one of these 53s. You and GF will not be disappointed. It's a really nice frame, and built right, is a very serious ride. You might consider sending down to: https://www.groodybros.com/why-groody or similar, to have some cosmetic work done before working out the build. It will

Re: [RBW] I need a new helmet and am hoping for advice

I switched to equestrian helmets several years ago. They are better looking, more comfortable, and a much better value: plenty of protection, less attitude. http://www.ovationriding.com/riding-helmets-for-men On Monday, May 8, 2017 at 7:34:11 AM UTC-5, Steven Sweedler wrote: > > Bo, I bought t

[RBW] Re: PSA 53cm atlantis on ebay - $800

You should be jealous. That's one of the best bicycles ever made. And it only gets better... the more you ride. :-) On Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 2:47:44 PM UTC-5, adam leibow wrote: > > built this up for my girlfriend. it's her graduation (from grad school) > present. i am jealous of her now. > > >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

ould love to get > in on the ride experience of the Appaloosa but not at the expense of fit. I > have no Riv shops in my area. Has anyone been in a similar situation > between the 46 and 51 Appaloosa? > > I am thinking I will stick with a 51cm size and go with a Sam Hillborne, > e

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

Go with the Riv kit. It's been extensively cherry-picked by folks that build and ride the bikes every day. On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 11:57:26 PM UTC-5, Daniel D. wrote: > > So I test rode a sam the other day and really enjoyed the ride. Getting > my ducks in a row to swing a frame. I've alw

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

with bullet proof tires... It's a great thing. Really. On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 5:21:38 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I am thinking that, God willing, I will have a custom frame built for > local dirt-cum-pavement rides. Our bosque is so nice, winter and summer, > an

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar vs. Atlantis

red out what makes a longer wheelbase more desireable. I run rear panniers 100% of the time, never hit them with heels so the rear works fine. Maybe HunQ has some unknown mojo... but no bike will have a better head tube badge. The Atlantis badge is worth $2300. On Friday, June 12, 2015 at 5:27

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar vs. Atlantis

ou need to keep rider weight in the middle of the frame (given longer top tube and spec'ing Boscos). I think this bike is built around the bars. Will On Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 8:21:54 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > Interesting. 48 mm for a 26" wheeled Atlantis vs 55 mm for a 2

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar vs. Atlantis

You gotta ride one. It's not nostalgia. It is a great bike. It's natural to push design. So longer cockpit, longer chainstays, etc... but that doesn't mean better. Atlantis really is unique. It's a serious, super-duty road bike for folks who know steel. And it's drop dead beautiful. Folks a

[RBW] Re: WTB: 68cm Atlantis

It would cost more to have Waterford make you one. Check the price list... On Friday, June 19, 2015 at 9:19:53 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: > > Well they do come up on occasion and saw where someone got one off eBay > that I never even saw.. dang it. :) So figured I'ld make sure everyone > knew I w

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