So, I just found out that the few months I thought I had to firm up parts
for an upcoming Riv-inspired Inglis/Retrotec custom is a little shorter
than that. When I got a call last week, it was to inform me that I was #2
on the build list, and #1 wasn't returning calls. Sounds like I need to
I'll agree with others, that is a very nice looking Atlantis! Which model
of XTR derailleur are you using? I thought most of the earlier XTR
derailleurs were grey, but that definitely looks shiny. I have been
hunting for a silver rear derailleur for a custom build, and new ones are
pretty
That's a really nice setup! I was surprised by the brakes, too. I thought
at first glance that those were from a fancy independent maker, like Paul.
I didn't remember the Campy MTB cantis being that machined/CNC'd looking.
Kurt Henry
Lancaster, PA
On Monday, August 28, 2023 at 7:53:48 PM
Ted, maybe I should reconsider Sidis? I had a pair 15+ years ago that I
never gelled with. My feet have changed since, so I should be open
minded. The great part is that availability is about to become less of an
issue. QBP has picked up distribution: QBP takes over US distribution of
Eric, I've recently been on a similar search. My feet are wide, though not
overly so. The bigger issue for me is that after a few years of wearing
exclusively foot-shaped shoes, such as Birkenstocks, Lems, and Altras, and
wearing Correct Toes to help with Morton's Neuroma, my feet won't
A recent thread about the red 58cm Toyo Atlantis for sale in the Bay Area
(https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/vallejo-rivendell-atlantis-58/7578102714.html)
has brought back an old desire to have an early Atlantis. It's a model
I've looked at for years but never pulled the trigger. So
Thank you, Gabe, but in the interest of giving credit where it is due, I
didn't build it up. It came from Bill Lindsay. Bill has a great eye for
builds. All I added was the front rack and basket, which replaced the one
he had on but wanted to keep. It's definitely one of the bike related
Hi Mike,
If you're transferring parts, I'm guessing that you're more interested in a
frame and fork. But if a complete might be an option, I recently listed an
almost unused 45cm Clem L. I didn't put up a main for sale post, I just
mentioned it on the running craigslist thread. I should
I just listed a Clem L for sale as well, so I borrowed some copy from the
ad in Berkeley. Mine's a 45cm, though, and pretty much unridden (<10
miles). It doesn't seem to have posted yet when I searched craigslist but
the link from the email is here ( 2020 Rivendell Clem L 45cm (Small) -
I tried a number of different options commuting with a laptop years back.
My favorite by far was the now discontinued Ariel briefcase. There is one
on eBay but it is well worn. That would be my recommendation if you can
find one. Attachment is typical Arkel, so rock solid. I think the rain
J, really cool bike! You mention that the Cheviot feels stretched out for
you. How tall are you? I’m right on the line between the given sizing for
the 55 and 60. I think I’m close to Grant’s size (5’10” with a 75cm saddle
height), and I know he rides a 60cm. But I’m curious if you’re in the
This one is mine. I figured I'd go ahead and put it in the thread. I hope
that's not a foul! I have it on Craigslist as $3,000, but $2,800 for in
the family. I'm happy to drop at a local shop to have them pack it if
you're out of town. But if you're in the region around Lancaster, PA
sitting
> bolt upright, what sort of gear do you use for fastish cruising on the flat
> on smooth paved surfaces with no wind? Me, a 70 to 75+" gear is normal,
> depending on bike and crank and tires for an on-hoods road position; I
> imagine fully 10 gear inches lower sitting
Pancake, the reply offlist doesn’t seem to cooperate much, but I’d like to grab
the VP 001 pedals if still available. I am at shrew at good old
yahoo.
Thanks!
Kurt Henry
Lancaster PA USA
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Brad, I’m pretty certain that is too small for me, but for the sake of my hand
wringing and breaking into a cold sweat, what is the saddle height in the pics?
I’m a “scared to get the first scratch” kinda guy, so some heavy patina just
says “ride me like ya stole me!” to me.
Kurt Henry
Keith, I sent you a note offline about an Olive Trunksack that I’ve had sitting
on my shelf for a while. I’m not sure it made it through. Please drop me a line
at shrew (one) (three) at yahoo if you’d be interested in a single vs a set. I
only have the one bag, not a matched set.
Thanks!
Kurt
BBDD, I got in on the presale for my former spouse. I posted a WTB for a 45
that never made it to the list, then finally decided to buy the 45 Clem-H that
was in the garage sale section as a best alternative. I called and talked to
Grant, who told me that it sold that morning. Sigh... But he
Bill, I appreciate the offer of pictures! It you're running knobby 38s
with a little breathing room, I suspect it would clear fenders around
enough tire for me. More is better, but I don't want to sound greedy!
Do you have any thoughts you can share on the ride? I've read the Legolas
Roberta, I'm with you. I'm not sure I understand the "hidden menu". I'm
sure Grant and company do it for a reason, but I don't know what it is. My
guess about pushing frames in inventory vs. made to measure is pure
speculation and being curious out loud. And I think you're right about
Roberta, I wonder if part of it is a desire on their part to clear the
inventory they have in house. I think Grant has mentioned needing to pay
their suppliers up front for frame shipments, which is reasonable. If they
have a bunch of Clems and Hillbornes in the back and are waiting to get
Hi Benz,
Thank you for the pic, and VERY cool bike! I was thinking the 52cm Glorius
frameset was a non-starter from the get-go. The one I was considering was
the same seller's 55cm (per the ad, maybe 56cm??) Yves Gomez. I can't find
documentation online, but I THINK that's very similar to
Ann, I'm not sure about maximum tire clearance, but I emailed the seller.
He confirmed that his PBH is 79cm, so saddle should be around 69cm. From
the pictures in the ad, it looks like you would have 4cm of room to drop
the saddle a little, especially if you went away from a sprung saddle
Mark, it looks like the same seller also has a built 55cm Yves Gomez.
Looking back in the RBW archives, I think the individual was once a member
of the list (may still be?), as there was an individual in CT selling the
same two bike/frames.
That said, the Gomez falls in line with my recent
BBDD, I think I've followed along in this thread and a few other related
ones, but to make sure I'm with you: the two bikes in your photo are both
set up for you to ride vs. one of yours and one set up for someone else? I
know angles can on photos can distort distances, but it looks like the
I agree, really cool video! I had the same question already asked about
MIT Atlantis vs. MUSA, but I'm also curious about the brakes on the rear.
I couldn't ID them from the quick glimpse, what are they? I really did NOT
need to see this video. I'd been "Atlantis curious" in the past, then
I'm not getting my son a new bike for Christmas, as he got a new Woom 6
last year. But I'm buying him some accessories. I hope that counts! Woom
now offers frame bags made of denim, sized for their frames. My son is
always reluctant to bring his phone, no wanting to drop or lose it. Now he
Patrick, I was totally with you until you mentioned the AM hub. What rear
spacing are you going for to work with an AM hub? Put an FM into play not long
ago, but in an old English frame spaced about 115mm. Now you have me curious.
Kurt Henry
Lancaster, PA
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This thread ties in well with some thinking I'd been doing along the same
lines. I was originally going to build up a 90s MTB as a townie/errand
runner/occasional overnighter/occasional dirt road, double track, or light
single track excursion, then started thinking I'd get a Surly Troll
Andy, I could not agree more about the wonders of night riding. Not only
do well known paths feel different, sometimes they ARE different. I've had
a couple of really odd experiences riding at night around Lancaster, PA.
Riding through the farm communities outside of town usually means
Eric, I don't trust the private message system in google, but would love to
pick up your seat bag if not already claimed.
Thanks!
Kurt Henry
Lancaster, PA
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> Another find from the Bike Room closet. Handmade waxed cotton (very
My guess would be Gevenall
(http://gevenalle.com/product-category/shifters/). Really cool options
they've come up with. I like the thought of using one of the Shimano
Dyna-Sys derailleurs with a super wide 1 X 10/11. Not that I have any
plans to set one up, but.
Kurt Henry
Lancaster, PA
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