Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

[Leslie]

That was exactly what I spec'd it as, since they were kinda semi-custom, I 
wanted the Ram orange on it.(My Ram is a green one, but then I later 
found a tall Ram frame for my son, so we've got two Ram orange bikes and 
then my canti-Rom is that light silverish blue color.)

On Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 10:52:33 AM UTC-5 Jennings wrote:

> Leslie, is your frame painted the same color as the Orange Rambouillet?  
> Did you have it painted or did it come from Riv like that?  If I ever get 
> my Hunqapillar repainted it will match the original Rams.  
>
> On Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 4:32:36 PM UTC-5 Leslie wrote:
>
>> I'd originally put a deposit down on a normal Bomba (56, a 650b);  then 
>> they started talking about the diaga-Bomba, and I called in, paid the diff, 
>> upgraded to it instead.  
>>
>> When I first built up my Bomba, I was running 2.4 NeoMotos on it (under 
>> fenders).I then tried out swapping to my 700c wheelset off my Ram 
>> (ended up converting the Ram to 650b). 
>> Later went to non-knobbies, then robbed that cockpit for my son's Ram.   
>>
>>
>> https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/17732968054/in/album-72157623199721925/
>>   
>>
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 12:39:45 PM UTC-5 greenteadrinkers wrote:
>>
>>> Just noticed there's a large Hunqapiller listed on eBay (no relation to 
>>> seller).
>>>
>>>
>>> https://www.ebay.com/itm/155394994996?hash=item242e437334:g:9qAAAOSw1h5j4Cpb=enc%3AAQAHoKAyvKnSGl9k%2BQm%2B0Y9exG1HE1M7iS%2B9idCmGgqZhGGIUO0f2BoMMp3k96mKzAKMDS7swuNebD3Vf39rcUw2%2Bki8I8i23%2FYLMCLIYjFCjEPLn2RseELoecHbK5e6bVU%2BM5QfDSems%2BB3aRvBxyahSZHNKGcrag4fWFta4kEiyGQbilvv6QIBf%2BsW1QmpTzgGS%2BrgOrY2klKrwuTa83ue4Q4%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR6Cb_vPGYQ
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 3:59:49 PM UTC-5 frank_a wrote:
>>>
>>>>
>>>> There were two versions of the seat sandwich. One for the single bolt 
>>>> Laprade style post and another for a two-bolt Campagnolo post. I seem to 
>>>> remember the longer bolt being included.
>>>> [image: 61F75E16-DABC-4680-A3C0-982BCB1B00B5.jpeg]
>>>> - Frank
>>>> On Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 8:18:32 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> B72 on Breezer seat sandwich on Nitto lugged seatpost. Had to modify 
>>>>> for the two bolt post and special order the 7mm longer bolts.
>>>>>
>>>>> [image: B72side s.jpg]
>>>>>
>>>>> [image: B72 Breezer s.jpg]
>>>>>
>>>>> Laing
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> On Monday, February 6, 2023 at 10:59:20 AM UTC-5 mcgr...@gmail.com 
>>>>> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>>> Those Breezer seat sandwiches are so hard to find.  I did, however, 
>>>>>> find a 3D printing plan for one that someone put on Thingiverse.  I had 
>>>>>> Shapeways print it in glass-filled nylon, and it's been working pretty 
>>>>>> well 
>>>>>> with the B-72 on my Hunq.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> On Monday, February 6, 2023 at 9:08:12 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote:
>>>>>>
>>>>>>> After reading that, I may have to put my Brooks B-72 with the 
>>>>>>> Breezer Seat Sandwich on the Bombadil. Just sitting on the shelf now, 
>>>>>>> used 
>>>>>>> to be on my fatbike. Mine is a later version (bought new less than 10 
>>>>>>> years 
>>>>>>> ago) with a black frame. Makes me want to get the frame plated.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Laing
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> On Monday, February 6, 2023 at 7:29:29 AM UTC-5 maxcr wrote:
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Enjoy, Johns article is up: 
>>>>>>>> https://theradavist.com/rivendell-bombadil-review/
>>>>>>>> On Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 5:17:24 PM UTC-5 JohnS wrote:
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>> Wow! I'm super impressed. And I bet they are all in the same great 
>>>>>>>>> condition as your Bombadil. Thanks for sharing.
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>> JohnS
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>> On Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 8:04:43 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote:
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>&g

[RBW] Re: 650b or 700 Bombadil frame question

[Leslie]

I've cantis on the canti-Rom, Motolites on the Bomba, like 'em both.   Have 
to admit:  I'm running 700-40 MSO's on the Rom, and I have to deflate to 
get that fat tire into the cantis on that frame (I'm running a tire 
seriously over what is spec'd on it). The Motolites are easier to get 
really fat tires in and out of

On Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 2:47:11 PM UTC-5 Garth wrote:

> I use only cantilevers and basically will always ! Good ol' smooth post 
> cantilevers that clear the frame as opened and open all the way. No silly 
> overly long and offset pads that add nothing to the braking performance. I 
> take a certain delight(albeit comical and always good for a laugh in just 
> thinking it), in denigrating v-brakes and certain cantilever designs, 
> including making/selling/defending frames without rear cable stop bridges. 
> Call it what you will, as so have I. ((( laughing )))  Nevertheless, it 
> stands. I could also speak about how "the industry" is their own worst 
> enemy, in fact, their only enemy and the customer but a witness. 
>
> I remember not long ago before the Clem Riv couldn't give a v-brake away. 
> Then with disc brakes becoming the thing, and dwindling proper canti 
> manufacture and design , it didn't leave them much choice as the frame was 
> a sales hit. It's like drinking a brand of beer you really don't like, but 
> because the wife loves it, and you love the wife's company, you swallow 
> your taste buds,one   bitter   chugatatime.   "Ain't this 
> beer great ?   said with crooked broken smile and whose eyes betold another 
> story. 
>
> What's life without a couple of good ol' stories ?   teeheehee . 
>
>
>
> So sure Max, Anything but a cantilever on your Bombadil would leave you 
> without any brake at all :-) 
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: 650b or 700 Bombadil frame question

[Leslie]

I built up my 56 Bomba w/ NeoMotos originally; then I swapped and was 
running my Ram's 700c wheelset (I am using Motolite brakes, so I could 
slide the pads up to fit the 700c wheel).   I did go back to 650b on the 
Bomba, built a 650b wheelset for the Ram (and am running the 700c wheelset 
on the canti-Rom... )   

It's crazy what all you can do w/ these

On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 9:15:22 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote:

> I have 650B x 57 Schwalbe G-Ones on my Bombadil 52, but my chainstays are 
> longer than the 45 shown on the chart.
>
> Laing
>
> On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 9:08:07 AM UTC-5 maxcr wrote:
>
>> Thanks for sending that geo chart Garth! That makes more sense.
>>
>> You were close! I measured my Schwalbe tires and they are 44-45mm as 
>> installed on the velocity synergy rims. It's hard to gauge the true 
>> clearance of the frame without actually trying the wider tire, but I think 
>> 2.1 is ideal and anything beyond would be pushing it, particularly in the 
>> rear - maybe I can go 2.2 or even 2.3 in the front and 2.1 in the rear. It 
>> gets close as you approach the kickstand plate where the stays narrow, I'll 
>> play with it some more but my guestimate is that I'll have around 60mm of 
>> clearance with the wider/taller tire, so if I want at least 3mm on each 
>> side, that means 2.1 is the way to go in the rear, which means the 700c UD 
>> MARS Race probably won't work for me on this frame.
>>
>> Thanks again
>> Max
>>
>> *All of the above is without fenders
>>
>> On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 1:00:57 PM UTC-5 Garth wrote:
>>
>>> Oh sheesh, now I was confused too because the linked chart is wrong. I 
>>> just measure mine, and it's the same as your, 62cm c-c along the TT, 63cm 
>>> effective. I never used that chart anyways, it's either a preliminary 
>>> version or it's simply a misprint, I'm guessing a misprint as the ETT jump 
>>> from 56 to 60 frame should be 60.5 to 63, respectively. Every geo chart 
>>> ever printed by Riv, and I've kept most if not all, show the 60cm Bomba 
>>> @63cm ETT. 
>>>
>>> As for the tire clearance, those Supremes are what, in the 46-48cm range 
>>> ? Yes, there's lots of room between the stays, and on the front you can fit 
>>> a 2.2 without a fender. Between the blades is 63-64mm I think, where the 
>>> fender would go. The chainstays and bridge however I'm not so sure, you'd 
>>> have to either apply some widened calipers to guestimate the width and how 
>>> forward, or just put a mounted tire in there. How much room is enough ? 
>>> Enough that you don't crash and burn if caught in a "jam" ! ((( laughing 
>>> ))). 
>>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

[Leslie]

I'd originally put a deposit down on a normal Bomba (56, a 650b);  then 
they started talking about the diaga-Bomba, and I called in, paid the diff, 
upgraded to it instead.  

When I first built up my Bomba, I was running 2.4 NeoMotos on it (under 
fenders).I then tried out swapping to my 700c wheelset off my Ram 
(ended up converting the Ram to 650b). 
Later went to non-knobbies, then robbed that cockpit for my son's Ram.   

https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/17732968054/in/album-72157623199721925/
  



On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 12:39:45 PM UTC-5 greenteadrinkers wrote:

> Just noticed there's a large Hunqapiller listed on eBay (no relation to 
> seller).
>
>
> https://www.ebay.com/itm/155394994996?hash=item242e437334:g:9qAAAOSw1h5j4Cpb=enc%3AAQAHoKAyvKnSGl9k%2BQm%2B0Y9exG1HE1M7iS%2B9idCmGgqZhGGIUO0f2BoMMp3k96mKzAKMDS7swuNebD3Vf39rcUw2%2Bki8I8i23%2FYLMCLIYjFCjEPLn2RseELoecHbK5e6bVU%2BM5QfDSems%2BB3aRvBxyahSZHNKGcrag4fWFta4kEiyGQbilvv6QIBf%2BsW1QmpTzgGS%2BrgOrY2klKrwuTa83ue4Q4%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR6Cb_vPGYQ
>
> On Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 3:59:49 PM UTC-5 frank_a wrote:
>
>>
>> There were two versions of the seat sandwich. One for the single bolt 
>> Laprade style post and another for a two-bolt Campagnolo post. I seem to 
>> remember the longer bolt being included.
>> [image: 61F75E16-DABC-4680-A3C0-982BCB1B00B5.jpeg]
>> - Frank
>> On Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 8:18:32 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote:
>>
>>> B72 on Breezer seat sandwich on Nitto lugged seatpost. Had to modify for 
>>> the two bolt post and special order the 7mm longer bolts.
>>>
>>> [image: B72side s.jpg]
>>>
>>> [image: B72 Breezer s.jpg]
>>>
>>> Laing
>>>
>>>
>>> On Monday, February 6, 2023 at 10:59:20 AM UTC-5 mcgr...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Those Breezer seat sandwiches are so hard to find.  I did, however, 
 find a 3D printing plan for one that someone put on Thingiverse.  I had 
 Shapeways print it in glass-filled nylon, and it's been working pretty 
 well 
 with the B-72 on my Hunq.

 On Monday, February 6, 2023 at 9:08:12 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote:

> After reading that, I may have to put my Brooks B-72 with the Breezer 
> Seat Sandwich on the Bombadil. Just sitting on the shelf now, used to be 
> on 
> my fatbike. Mine is a later version (bought new less than 10 years ago) 
> with a black frame. Makes me want to get the frame plated.
>
> Laing
>
> On Monday, February 6, 2023 at 7:29:29 AM UTC-5 maxcr wrote:
>
>>
>> Enjoy, Johns article is up: 
>> https://theradavist.com/rivendell-bombadil-review/
>> On Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 5:17:24 PM UTC-5 JohnS wrote:
>>
>>> Wow! I'm super impressed. And I bet they are all in the same great 
>>> condition as your Bombadil. Thanks for sharing.
>>>
>>> JohnS
>>>
>>>
>>> On Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 8:04:43 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote:
>>>
 8 - behind the Bombadil - Betty Foy, Hubbuhubbuh, Frank Jones Sr, 
 Mystery Bike, Gus Boots Willsen, hanging on the wall Rosco Bubbe V1, 
 Rivendell Custom. There are others not in the picture (Clementine, 
 Rosco 
 Bubbe Medium Mountain Mixte, Roscoe Baby, Keven's Custom Mixte). The 
 Hubbuhubbuh has been sold since the picture was taken.

 Also in the picture - 2 1973 Schwinn Paramount P-15s, 2 Flying 
 Pigeons, 2 Gitane Tour de Frances, Pashley Guv'nor, Crust Scapegoat,  
 Kent 
 Cavalier (recumbent 3 wheeler).

 Laing


 On Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 1:19:46 PM UTC-5 JohnS wrote:
 Wait a minute there Laing! How many Riv's are in that picture???

 Drill press, one of my favorite tools :)

 JohnS



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[RBW] Re: Biking from Foster City to?..

[Leslie Tierstein]

Years ago, my company had an office in Foster City and then in San Mateo. I 
kept a bike there for use when I visited.  (Telecommuting before it was 
fashionable.) I mostly did commuting and running errands, so I might not be 
so helpful in avoiding busy streets.  (For fun, it's worth seeing the 
mansions in Burlingame and Woodside. And biking to Half Moon Bay was pretty 
standard.) However, some of my fondest memories are my weekend bike tours, 
in particular two of them. The first was taking CalTrain to San Francisco I 
rode in a few times; it was doable), biking across the Bay Bridge, then 
through San Rafael, and taking the Larkspur ferry back to San Francisco. 
Gorgeous views throughout. The second involved taking CalTrain to its 
farthest south station, Gilroy.  (Trains only run during rush hours on the 
weekdays, but biking from the south of San Jose isn't bad.  And if you 
haven't seen the bike accommodations on CalTrain, it's worth the trip.) I 
biked to Salinas, saw some Steinbeck sites, and stayed the night. The next 
day I headed to the coast and biked to Santa Cruz, stayed the night. To 
return, I started biking up and over the mountain on Rte 17, but I decided 
that was suicidal, in more ways than one.  There was a bus that goes over 
the mountain that had a bike rack for two bikes on the front.  When the bus 
pulled up, alas, both bike places were in use, but the driver let me bring 
the bike on the bus! I got off in Scotts Valley to visit a co-worker, but 
later continued into Los Gatos, taking lovely suburban streets back to some 
CalTrain station or other. 

On Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 8:34:07 AM UTC-4 zac.te...@gmail.com wrote:

> I'm not a ton of help with the longer rides but if you've got a bike 
> capable of some fire road this is a fun one to start. Not sure if you've 
> noodled around in waterdog but you can go up ralston, make the first left 
> after the safeway and that gets you to the trailhead, climb to the top of 
> waterdog and exit the top parking lot, cross the street and to the right of 
> a little water district building is another trail, go up that, then cross 
> the street once you get to the top again, that'll take you down to canada 
> rd and you can go left from there to woodside and head up kings or go right 
> and cruise around crystal springs. pretty nice way to get to canada and 
> avoid a ton of traffic. 
>
> [image: Screen Shot 2022-08-09 at 5.28.35 AM.png]
>
> On Monday, August 8, 2022 at 10:04:33 PM UTC-7 Max S wrote:
>
>> Bay Area Rivsters, 
>>
>> This week I'm visiting some folks in Foster City, CA and will have an 
>> all-road bike at my disposal there. I'll also be visiting people in 
>> Cupertino and will have another all-road bike available there. Yay! 
>>
>> Now, I used to live in the Bay Area like 25 years ago, biked around in 
>> some places, but a lot has changed since then... I'm looking to try biking 
>> out to some places mentioned in Ray Hosler's "Bay Area Bike Rides" book 
>> (e.g., Old La Honda Rd, Tunitas Creek Rd, etc.), up to say ~50 miles at a 
>> time, preferably starting by bike from Foster City itself. There's the Bay 
>> Trail 
>> ,
>>  
>> but it seems to cut out in a few crucial spots, where one might want to 
>> bridge to the more scenic roads, forcing to ride a lot of trafficky 
>> streets. Do I pretty much need to take CalTrain somewhere first or bum a 
>> ride? What other routes might folks suggest? (I should perhaps look on 
>> Strava, but not sure I should blindly trust the heatmaps and "routes" to be 
>> relatively light on car traffic.) 
>>
>> Also, if anyone lives around here and wants to do an early morning ride, 
>> LMK. 
>>
>> Thx in advance for any pointers, 
>> - Max "somewhat peripatetic" in Bay Area
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Top Tube Protection

[Leslie Tierstein]

I don't know what you mean by "Riv-ish".  My favorite top tube protector is 
by Green Guru, marketed to messengers to help them carry the bike on their 
shoulders.  Velcro closure, not too much padding. Unfortunately, it is 
currently sold out:
Top Tube Protector - Green Guru Gear 
<https://www.greengurugear.com/products/top-tube-protector>

Leslie Tierstein
Arlington VA

On Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 7:31:22 AM UTC-4 john...@gmail.com wrote:

> Hello,
>
> What do people do for Riv-ish top tube protection for their bikes? 
>
> Clear stickers like helicopter tape don't seem very Riv-ish, tend to peel 
> off and look a mess after a while, and possibly aren't the best from an 
> environmental perspective. 
>
> BMX/mountain bike pads with velcro fixings seem ok but aren't a very good 
> match aesthetically. I'm using an old MTB pad at the moment. 
>
> I've seen some ready made leather top tube covers but they don't seem to 
> fit the 31mm diameter tubes on my Atlantis or Clem H. Similarly, Velo 
> Orange had some elk skin bar tape but again I don't think it would fit. A 
> home made leather TT cover might work I suppose. 
>
> I've seen some people put shellacked bar tape along all or most of their 
> TT but that operation looks like a massive PITA IMO and it's not easily 
> removable once it's been done. 
>
> What I'd really like is a canvas cover made of something like Carradice 
> waxed cotton duck (it would match my bags at least) but I've not found 
> anyone who makes something like that.
>
> Any other ideas?
>
> Cheers,
> Johnny
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Mixte vs Diamond Frame

[Leslie Tierstein]

Glad to hear it. A friend has a mixte and it had bottle mounts. I guess because 
my mixte had a non-standard tube it didn’t. It was an older Austro Daimler. 
I’ll see if I can find a picture - just lent the bike to a friend. 

> On Jan 28, 2021, at 5:38 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
>  wrote:
> 
> Leslie - the good news is that after you mentioned the bottle mounts I went 
> and checked my frame - there are two sets of mounts for water bottles on the 
> Platypus! 殺 Rivendell mixtes >All other mixtes. 
> 
>> On Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 1:24:50 PM UTC-8 Leslie Tierstein wrote:
>> The only difference I found is that, since the mixte doesn't have a 
>> traditional down tube, it didn't have a down tube braze-on for a water 
>> bottle cage. How it rides depends on other design characteristics. Also, 
>> there's no top tube, so no pressing your thighs against the top tube when 
>> you go downhill.  But I have that same issue with my folding bike. 
>> 
>>> On Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 9:01:13 AM UTC-5 Eric Daume wrote:
>>> I had a Cheviot for a brief spell. I found it a surprisingly zippy feeling 
>>> bike, which I attributed to some nice flex in the frame. But, a mixte 
>>> really is a trip thru design for me, so I didn’t see any advantage for 
>>> mounting or dismounting.
>>> 
>>> Eric
>>> 
>>>> On Wednesday, January 27, 2021, Melanie  wrote:
>>>> All this discussion of mixtes on the list has made me curious. I’ve never 
>>>> ridden a mixte. Other than mounting/dismounting, do owners of both types 
>>>> of bikes experience any real differences between riding a mixte and riding 
>>>> a diamond frame?
>>>> 
>>>> Mixte-curious Melanie 
>> 
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Re: [RBW] Mixte vs Diamond Frame

[Leslie Tierstein]

The only difference I found is that, since the mixte doesn't have a 
traditional down tube, it didn't have a down tube braze-on for a water 
bottle cage. How it rides depends on other design characteristics. Also, 
there's no top tube, so no pressing your thighs against the top tube when 
you go downhill.  But I have that same issue with my folding bike. 

On Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 9:01:13 AM UTC-5 Eric Daume wrote:

> I had a Cheviot for a brief spell. I found it a surprisingly zippy feeling 
> bike, which I attributed to some nice flex in the frame. But, a mixte 
> really is a trip thru design for me, so I didn’t see any advantage for 
> mounting or dismounting.
>
> Eric
>
> On Wednesday, January 27, 2021, Melanie  wrote:
>
>> All this discussion of mixtes on the list has made me curious. I’ve never 
>> ridden a mixte. Other than mounting/dismounting, do owners of both types of 
>> bikes experience any real differences between riding a mixte and riding a 
>> diamond frame?
>>
>> Mixte-curious Melanie 
>>
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[RBW] Re: Adding Canti mounts to a Ram???

[Leslie]

If you switch your 539s out with 559's, you should be able to adjust it 
enough to get the pads to fit 650b's, could go w/ 42's. (That's what I did 
with my 
Ram: 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/8351735340/in/album-72157623199721925/
 
)

You could try sidepulls instead, not a bad route, wouldn't require a 650b 
wheelset.

If neither of those float your boat:   I would suggest looking for a 
canti-Rom:  it's almost a Ram, there are some out there w/ canti's, lets 
you run a bigger tire.  I'm running 700cx40 MSO's on 
mine:  
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/16004557507/in/album-72157623199721925/
 
(caveat:  it's REALLY close on clearance!  Less than a 40 would be prudent. 
) 

Actually, thinking along those lines...   if sidepulls or a 650b swap 
doesn't do it, you might really want to consider a AHH... I know, you said 
you didn't want another frame, but, maybe another frame would work better.  
There's the new ones coming in from elsewhere, or, maybe a used AHH, or, a 
Sam   



On Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 3:33:52 PM UTC-4, Mike K. wrote:
>
> Gang, I love my blue Ram.  It rides well and it fits me just right. I'm 
> currently rocking some 700c x 32 Panaracer tires, but after this weekend's 
> wet and muddy ride, and with the Ram being my only bike, I want bigger 
> tires, preferably some Barlow Pass or even Gravel King (SK?) but the 
> current setup won't allow it.
>
> So, I could switch from Tektro 539 to 559 and eek out a set of 700x37 
> tires, OR I know a great frame builder who is open to adding canti mounts, 
> which would open up some options for me to go fenders and 38's or even 
> switch to 650b.
>
> Again, I love the Ram, so I don't want to go out and get a different frame 
> and try to tweak the fit, again. So I'm curious: what's your take on what 
> I'm thinking about? Is the rear bridge even tall enough for me to go bigger 
> than 38? is 650b a good fit with the Ram? Or am I freaking nuts and just 
> need to throw some 35's on it, shut up, and keep riding?!
>
> Any and all thoughts welcome.
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Re: [RBW] Grant is asking us to not run baskets on Nitto Racks

[Leslie]

Yeah, I use a Tubus rear rack on the front of my Bomba as my Wald carrier 
(well, there's a Platrack between the two, to keep the basket more stiff... 
my intent was leave the basket/platrack as a combo, to come on and off the 
rack as needed, but, have gotten to where I usually just leave it 
anymore...)



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>
> There's always Tubus ...
>
> Patrick Moore, overloading Tubus Flys since 1996. (But not using baskets.)
>
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[RBW] Re: convert A. Homer Hilsen 700c to 650b

[Leslie]

I converted my 60 Ram to 650b so I could fender over 42's, using Tektro 
559's to do it;  I understand why you're wanting to do what you're 
wanting.  But Hilsens are built for that bigger clearance w/ those 
calipers, those calipers won't pull the conversion off on that frame.   

I'm a 12 (and will probably slide into 13's before long as my feet widen), 
I get the TCO issue:   but I finally kept listening to G on this: it's not 
really a big issue.   Yeah, in slow speed turns, I've run my toe down the 
tire, but, it's never caused me to go over, and as soon as you get just a 
little bit of speed, you're not turning your tire far enough for your toe 
to catch it anymore.   

Here's my suggestion:  switch to a centerpull to maximize the room, put the 
fenders all the way up, and see if you can get something like MSO's on 
there.   I run MSOs on my canti-Rom, I don't think I need anything bigger 
of a roadish persuasion. If MSOs won't fit, (they're 700c-40) [they might 
even fit w/ your current calipers, but, maybe the centerpulls would help w/ 
fenders],  find some cushy 38's, see how they do.If you're still not 
happy...  then keep your eye out for an appropriately-sized Saluki.   

Good luck,

-L
 


On Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at 7:02:53 PM UTC-4, Mark Schneider wrote:
>
> I'd like to put 650b wheels on my 61 A. H.H. Wondering if anyone has tried 
> this and what brakes would work. Pretty sure the Tecktro 559 don't have the 
> reach. Why would I do this? Mainly room between fender and tire with 42MM 
> wide tires and toe overlap, my size 12 feet always het my front wheel.
> Thanks
>

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[RBW] Re: MIT Roadeo coming?

[Leslie]

I'm going to concur w/ Joe here...the Roadini is as close to a MIT 
Roadeo as you'll ever see.RBW has been moving towards the sloping top 
tube for fitment.

If you want a 'classic' level top tube, I'm gonna say, hunt down a 
Roadeo...   they turn up here every so often...

-L

 

On Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at 6:59:36 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> It will not be MIT. No one has ever even hinted at this. Even once. 

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[RBW] Re: MIT Roadeo coming?

[Leslie]

Almost sounds like what you're wanting is the Soma San Marcos...

http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/san-marcos-frame-set 


Maybe keep your eye peeled for one of those?


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[RBW] Outside article on CF

[Leslie]

Given our perspectives on steel, carbon fiber, and bicycles, I thought this 
was a relevant article to share here:

https://www.outsideonline.com/2311816/carbon-fiber-bike-accidents-lawsuits




-L


 

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[RBW] Re: FS: 62 Rambouillet 745$ complete bike ebay

[Leslie]

Positive points for spelling Keven's name right, but then points lost for 
not getting Petersen and Roadeo right



On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 11:48:37 AM UTC-4, Lum Gim Fong wrote:
>
> no affiliation. just thought some would be interested.
>
>
> https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Rambouillet-Road-Bicycle-62cm-Excellent-Condition/292587804128?hash=item441f9795e0:g:DSUAAOSwj0RbEVa9
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[RBW] Re: I think I'm going to throw up

[Leslie]

Given you're in Pennsylvania, I'll second the idea of taking it to Bilenky.

What I did when I had Bilenky repair my son's Ram frame, was I had them not 
repaint (as they normally want to do), then I masked off and painted a 
limited area with a cream to match the headtube... as his was a having a 
derailleur hanger replaced, it was easy enough to just paint the dropout 
area, whereas for your case, it'll have to take more of the paint off the 
seatstays higher up:  will have to repaint the entire seatstays...

Good luck



On Thursday, April 12, 2018 at 4:06:13 PM UTC-4, ascpgh wrote:
>
> Tuesday afternoon I put my Rambouillet in the work stand to check 
> everything over before the inaugural ride of the neighborhood coffee shop 
> group ride and I noticed my rear brake caliper moving way too much when I 
> stopped the rear wheel. I thought that my mounting bolt was loose.
>
> Upon closer examination I realized the tubular bridge between the stays 
> has completely broken its brazing and is free to rotate when the back brake 
> is applied. Not a little bit, a lot.
>
> Scientific analysis couldn't determine a worse day of the year to be 
> looking for frame repair/repaint or get a new one. I know the paint alone 
> is going to be big if I have the original finish replicated. 
>
> I'm just sick about it.
>
> Andy Cheatham 
> Pittsburgh
>

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[RBW] Re: NYC Bike Rental Recommendations.

[Leslie Tierstein]

If you're going to be in town for the Five Boro Bike Tour, and want to rent 
in town, you probably need to do so ASAP because many of the bike shops 
have special deals for renting bikes to riders in that Sunday ride.  Sorry, 
don't have any knowledge of bike shops that rent bikes in towns along the 
RR lines.  Your best bet -- both for bikes and for trails/riding -- might 
be to take the Westchester line out of town and check the towns and trails 
up in Westchester county and beyond. 

As for Citibike (Bike Share) definitely use it for trips in town.  (I do, 
even when I have a bike with me.) It has spread to cover much more 
territory than a few years ago. The only caveat for you is that: I found a 
shortage of docking stations in midtown (40s and 50s). And, depending on 
what neighborhood you're going to, at what time, it can be difficult to 
find an available bike or a docking station to return a bike.  I've 
frequently had to go to the second- or third-closest docking station when I 
was trying to park a bike in the West Village at night after 7 PM. 

On Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 9:44:41 AM UTC-4, David B wrote:

> I'll be in New York for a few days at the beginning of May and will have 
> at least one full free day.
> Looking for recommendations for bike rentals or if bike share system is 
> preferable.
> I'll be staying in Midtown, so thinking maybe bike share would be best for 
> getting around the city, but in case I want to venture further, any 
> recommendations for taking a train out of the city and renting a bike for a 
> few hours?
> Any Riv-ish shops worth stopping in at while I'm there?
> Thanks,
> David
> River Grove, IL
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: "Canti-Rom" Romulus 59, built for randonneuring

[Leslie]

Just a bump for a great bike...   I love my Ram and my Bomba, but I'll 
admit my canti-Rom catches most of my rides these days...   





On Monday, March 26, 2018 at 7:59:28 AM UTC-4, DMG wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> Needing to part ways with my first run, Toyo-made Romulus, with lots of 
> practical upgrades and goodies. I'm in Washington DC and would love not to 
> ship. Official writeup:
>
> Early 2000s rare "canti-rom" classic lugged steel road bike that mixes 
> performance with comfort and practicality. It's got a lot of the higher-end 
> Riv components you'd expect, plus a Velo Orange Randonneur rack with 
> decaleur and Ostrich front bag, plus a B Luxos B headlight wired to a 
> DH-72/Open Pro front wheel and is ready for high speed night riding as well 
> as light touring. Frame is in good shape (no dents) but the paint has has a 
> definite patina -- all surface rust has been sanded and sealed with 
> clearcoat. Beausage galore! 
>
> Full build:
>
> Wrights vintage saddle on Kalloy seatpost
> Nitto Soba bars on Nitto stem; Ultegra headset
> Cane Creek SCR-5 levers on Tektro 720 brakes w/ Kool Stop pads
> Diacomp ENE shifters, 105 front, Ultegra rear derailleur
> Shimano compact double Ultegra crank with Willow chainrings; MKS Sylvan 
> Track pedals with double straps
> Velo-Orange Randonneur rack/decaleur; Ostrich randonneur bag
> Cateye water bottles
> Araya/105 rear wheel (matching front included) with 32mm Continental 
> Gatorskins 
> DH-72/Mavic Open Pro front wheel with Luxos B headlight (modified to be 
> fully waterproof, with cables hardwired to the circuitboard) attached with 
> VO light mount 
>
> Would like $1250. Please contact me at dmgdmg at gmail dot com with any 
> questions. Thanks!
>

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[RBW] Re: David Lance Goines Riv Bike Poster

[Leslie]

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[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

[Leslie]

I've run 2.3 Neomotos on my 650b Bomba, then added fenders with clearance 
to spare, but couldn't have a kickstand on there w/ tires that wide

I've gone down in size (and non-knobbies since I wanted the fenders on 
there).  

At the time I was thinking that the Bomba was not far from an Atlantis, 
but, maybe my clearance really is that much more...

 

On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 6:32:24 PM UTC-4, Drw wrote:
>
> I'm pretty sure i could get 2.2's and fenders in my 650b atlantis without 
> too much work. not sure about 2.35 though. 
>

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[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

[Leslie]

One of the details I like is the trout on the top of the downtube decal...  
(that's not always been there on the other Atlanti, has it?)



On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 9:28:51 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> Nobody has latched onto nor commenced to wring hands over the truly 
> divisive design element: the NEW downtube decal. 
>
> A sharp observer on Instagram noticed that the new downtube decal has boat 
> anchors down the under side of the downtube, which I think is sensational. 
> It ties in with the nautical theme AND thumbs noses at the whiners who say 
> all Rivs are ‘boat anchors’. 
>
> Hopefully the downtube decal simply adds convenience for differentiating 
> Waterford and Toyo bikes from Maxway bikes   
>
> Bill Lindsay 
> El Cerrito Ca. 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

[Leslie]

Thx!  I just had previously skimmed, noted the padding and twine, but had 
passed over the toilet bits




On Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 10:14:00 PM UTC-5, Jeff wrote:
>
> They're ballcock washers - used in toilets, possibly some other fixtures. 
> Some previous references:
>
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/last-one-of-march-2017
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/grips-the-hard-way-how-to
>
> On Tue, Mar 6, 2018 at 10:02 PM, Leslie <leslie...@gmail.com 
> > wrote:
>
>> So what's the story regarding the washers-that-shall-not-be-named...  
>>  did I miss a previous story?
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[RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

[Leslie]

So what's the story regarding the washers-that-shall-not-be-named...   did 
I miss a previous story?

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[RBW] Re: bleriot frameset for sale

[Leslie]

I'll concur with the others.  I have no need of a Bleriot, yet the back of 
my head instantly starts thinking, "if I could pick up that frameset, then 
I could build it up as..."

Pics and price, and it'll be gone pretty quick.




On Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at 10:09:01 AM UTC-5, Lum Gim Fong wrote:
>
> I would think it would sell lickety-split.

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[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

[Leslie]

Really touching email.Wow..




On Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 7:21:17 PM UTC-5, Ann L wrote:
>
> Check your emails.  It looks like we all made a difference :)
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Custom frames sold out

[Leslie]

The Roadeo only has a 63 in stock, it looks like;  otherwise, the rest of 
the Roadeo sizes, the Atlantis, A Homer Hilsen, and the Hunqapillar are all 
shown w/ 5 or 6 to a 9-month wait time.  I'd not thought about the True 
Temper side of things, since the Silver tubing should be coming into play, 
but, that may be part of the holdup...   they may be considering seeing if 
Toyo might come back into sourcing, or maybe getting Mark Nobilette to 
build them as needed, though that'd be competing against their customs, 
too.   I don't know any of that, no insider info, just hypothesizing out 
loud...  


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[RBW] Re: Roasting Robusta

[Leslie]

How long do green coffee beans keep?   i.e., what would be your reorder 
frequency?  



On Sunday, February 25, 2018 at 5:52:59 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> In which we roast our coffee as a gift for a caffeine hound. Robusta beans 
> have twice the normal caffeine. Rocket fuel! Here are the steps of roasting 
> using the ZenRoaster.
> https://thegrid.ai/withabandon/roasting-robusta
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> www.CredoFamily.org
> www.MindYourHeadCoop.org
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[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Rivendell Bullmoose bars

[Leslie]

I'm actually relieved:  I was on their site earlier today and noticed that 
they were Sold Out, and was hoping you'd been able to snag one first... 
whew...






On Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 5:07:41 PM UTC-5, Michael, SF/CA wrote:
>
> Thanks, Leslie! Perhaps I'm not as good at search as I think I am. Ordered 
> the bars last night. 
>
> Given the bars were in the Last Chance section, and they've gone out of 
> stock, does that infer the Rivendell Bullmoose is no longer?
>
> On Friday, February 23, 2018 at 5:40:44 PM UTC-8, Leslie wrote:
>>
>> In the Specials section?
>>
>> https://www.rivbike.com/collections/remainders-specials/products/nitto-bullmoose-bar-dull-bright-fillet-brazed-150mm-16194
>>  
>>
>>
>> On Friday, February 23, 2018 at 5:31:12 PM UTC-5, Michael, SF/CA wrote:
>>>
>>> Just checking if anyone on the list is unloading the Rivendell via Nitto 
>>> Bullmoose bars. Looking to finally try them on my Hunq. Bonus points if 
>>> they are fillet brazed. These would have been my third post-Hail Mary 
>>> purchase at Riv, alas they are missing from the website entirely. Please DM 
>>> if you are looking to sell - thanks!
>>>
>>> Michael
>>> SF / CA
>>>
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[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Rivendell Bullmoose bars

[Leslie]

In the Specials section?
https://www.rivbike.com/collections/remainders-specials/products/nitto-bullmoose-bar-dull-bright-fillet-brazed-150mm-16194
 


On Friday, February 23, 2018 at 5:31:12 PM UTC-5, Michael, SF/CA wrote:
>
> Just checking if anyone on the list is unloading the Rivendell via Nitto 
> Bullmoose bars. Looking to finally try them on my Hunq. Bonus points if 
> they are fillet brazed. These would have been my third post-Hail Mary 
> purchase at Riv, alas they are missing from the website entirely. Please DM 
> if you are looking to sell - thanks!
>
> Michael
> SF / CA
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[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

[Leslie]

Actually, it said two-thirds   ie, they're needing a liquid $100k 
instantly...  I think we're the low-hanging fruit here, and the ones 
willing to pick up more than one $10 credit.  But how many folks are active 
here?  They need a lot more than just us.

Hopefully we can get them through this.   



 

On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 10:32:44 PM UTC-5, Wayne Naha wrote:
>
> Welp, I just bought a couple.  They said that all they needed was for a 
> third of 15,000 people to buy one $10 credit.  They are off to a good start 
> here, so I am completely optimistic that Riv can ride out the storm.  This 
> kind of thing builds character, don't you know.
>
> .
>

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[RBW] Re: Who's the person on here that makes front rando bags (and others)?

[Leslie]

I have an Acorn one; well done.  I've been drooling over Swift panniers for 
years, just haven't pulled the trigger yet, always other things come up
  

On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 1:59:42 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote:
>
> Lum:
>
> Lots of sources but two that come to mind are Acorn and Swift.  
>
> dougP
>
> On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 10:06:53 AM UTC-8, Lum Gim Fong wrote:
>>
>> I forgot.
>> How much are the rando bags?
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: WTB: roscoe mtn mixte or similar

[Leslie]

Pics!


On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 5:57:49 PM UTC-5, Drw wrote:
>
> Well DP said i should call Riv because he heard that they may be doing 
> another run of mtn mixtes. While that news didn't happen to be true, they 
> did tell me that they found one hiding behind some boxes that happens to be 
> my size. So, problem solveduntil i get home and have to explain this to 
> my wife. 
>

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[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

[Leslie]

I'm in.  

I'd just ordered some parts the other day, are still enroute; there were a 
few things they didn't have in stock, I had to order from elsewhere.  But 
I'm suddenly wishing I'd been able to have been patient and waited until 
they restocked and bought from them instead of elsewhere.  

I need to revisit, see if there's anything else I need to have sent my way 
now, even if I don't need it yet, I can just sit on it until I do

-L
  

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Re: [RBW] 650b Atlantis Pic on the BLUG

[Leslie]

If you had an older Atlantis that was a 56 or under, ie, a 26"-wheeled 
bike, you could use the Paul Motolites and run it as a 650b (if I ever run 
across a cheap 56 Atlantis, I'd consider doing such).  I wouldn't try to 
run a 700c Atlantis as a 650b.

(Realize, I have to caveat things everytime I open my mouth, but this is 
coming from a guy who converted his 700c Ram to 650b Hetres, and then for 
awhile borrowed the 700c wheels for the 650b Bomba w/ Motolites, just to 
see how it'd be, and it was fine...) 




On Monday, November 27, 2017 at 12:42:04 PM UTC-5, William! wrote:
>
> Somewhat off topic, but has anyone here converted an Atlantis to 650b? 
> I've got a larger (61cm) Atlantis and I've been thinking of building a 
> second set of wheels – mainly so that I can run knobby tires without 
> hitting fender clearance issues. Can anyone comment on what geometry 
> changes Rivendell made to accommodate the smaller wheel size?
>
> William
>
> On Monday, November 27, 2017 at 9:01:58 AM UTC-8, Max S wrote:
>>
>> So, anyone ride a 650b Atlantis yet?.. ride reports? 
>>
>> I was tempted by the 58 cm b-nut Appaloosa for sale, but not digging the 
>> double top tube aesthetic, and not completely sold on the super-long chain 
>> stays. Now that I’m laid up with a freshly broken collarbone now and the 
>> perennial “simplification” urge struck - sell a couple of bikes to replace 
>> with a single 59 cm 650b Atlantis, run 2 wheelsets (42, 48/52/60mm if it 
>> fits)?.. 
>>
>> - Max 
>
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[RBW] Re: MSL: Sackville items on sale

[Leslie]

Mark's correct:   this is a local brick-n-mortar mom-n-pop shop that's a 
combination Orvis fly shop, bike shop, climbing shop, camping shop, and boy 
scout shop.   Their web presence is not a web store...


  

On Friday, November 10, 2017 at 2:47:47 PM UTC-5, Ty Smith wrote:
>
> I clicked that link and saw zero products for sale other than a truckers 
> hat and a MSL gift card. Are you sure this is the right link?
>
> TY
>
> On Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 8:00:42 PM UTC-8, Leslie wrote:
>>
>> I was by Mountain Sports Ltd (MSL) in Bristol VA today, grabbing a 
>> replacement/spare tube for my son's bike, and while in there, chatted w/ 
>> the owners for awhile.   They don't have any Rivendell frames left anymore, 
>> but they have quite a stock of a variety of Sackville bags on hand, that 
>> they've put on sale.  I think they're all olive, I didn't notice any khakis 
>> or browns, they've had them for awhile now (stocked up on them not long 
>> after Grant's book tour).   
>>
>> Anywho, they asked that I mention them here, in case anyone was looking 
>> for something that RBW might be out-of-stock on
>>
>> http://mtnsportsltd.com/ 
>>
>>
>>
>> -L
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] MSL: Sackville items on sale

[Leslie]

I was by Mountain Sports Ltd (MSL) in Bristol VA today, grabbing a 
replacement/spare tube for my son's bike, and while in there, chatted w/ 
the owners for awhile.   They don't have any Rivendell frames left anymore, 
but they have quite a stock of a variety of Sackville bags on hand, that 
they've put on sale.  I think they're all olive, I didn't notice any khakis 
or browns, they've had them for awhile now (stocked up on them not long 
after Grant's book tour).   

Anywho, they asked that I mention them here, in case anyone was looking for 
something that RBW might be out-of-stock on

http://mtnsportsltd.com/ 



-L


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[RBW] Re: Wrecked my Atlantis

[Leslie]

Glad you're alright, and sorry about the attitude of the other fellow...   

Bilenky is great: I had RBW send some dropouts to Bilenky so they could 
replace the bent hanger: did a *beautiful* job on the metalwork. 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/24133962382/in/album-72157623199721925/
(They would have powder-coated it for me, too, but I wanted to preserve as 
much of the original paint, so I had them not deal w/ the paint after they 
did the metalwork, then I painted the rear ends of the triangles.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/23946265090/in/album-72157623199721925/)




On Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 7:30:11 PM UTC-4, John G. wrote:
>
> Yesterday, at 5:30 in the morning, I collided head-on with another 
> cyclist. I was on a path along the Hudson river on the Jersey side, and the 
> guy had no lights.  And I went over the bars. 
>
>  Thankfully, I'm all right, but my Atlantis is pretty messed up,  and I'd 
> like to get the lists advice . The fork is badly bent, and my local shop 
> thinks that the Head tube maybe messed up. They're stripping  it down and 
> sending it to Bilenky to see if it can be realigned. Do any of you think 
> that's a bad move?
>
>  I don't want to think about how much worse it would've been if I had been 
> riding a carbon bike.  I'm pretty bummed. The worst part is that the other 
> guy swore at me and threw my water bottle at me while I was lying on the 
> ground.  Called me some names I won't repeat here, and rode off before I 
> was even able to get up.   Sometimes I really hate riding around here.
>
> Anyway, be safe out there and hug your Rivendells tonight!
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Perennial "Can you still get a Legolas?" question

[Leslie]

Ok, so, awhile back, I was seriously considering getting a Legolas, was 
talking to Mark about it, it was right when they decided to have Nobilette 
build them and the price jumped, so I hesitated, then came across a 
canti-Romulus, picked it up instead.Now, I'm not saying that a 
canti-Rom is the same thing as a Legolas, but, it was awfully close, and 
met my needs at the time.   Very similar tubing I think, both have 
canti-brakes...  the geometry has some differences (for my size on a 59 the 
canti-Rom has a 72-deg-seat-tube-angle, a 73-deg-head-tube-angle, and a 
77mm BB drop; the Legolas has a 73-deg-ST and a 72.5-deg-HT, and a 70-drop; 
the rear on the Rom is 132.5-wide, the Leg is 130; the chainstay was the 
same at 44, the top-tube was only 0.5cm longer on the Leg, the fork rake is 
4.25 on the canti-Rom and 4.5 on the Leg).Anyway, point being, they're 
not the same bike, but they're awfully similar.

I am running MSO's, they're a 40mm tire. I have no spare clearance.  If I 
overinflate, the rear tire will start to rub the braze-on on the underneath 
of the stay between the seatstays 
(https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/16190324065/in/album-72157623199721925/).
 
  I have to ensure I don't have too much air in the rear tire to keep it 
from rubbing.I should probably downsize my tires, but I really like the 
MSO's, really don't want to switch, so, I've left it alone for now.   (For 
safety's sake, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone, would want to avoid such 
liability, etc YMMV)

 

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[RBW] Re: FS: 2007 NEW 56CM GREEN RAMBOUILLET FRAME/FORK (LATE MODEL #RB1100)

[Leslie]

On Sunday, April 16, 2017 at 9:12:18 AM UTC-4, Fullylugged wrote:
>
> Tinking, "Can I convert this to 650B and ride it or will it still be too 
> big?"   Gosh what a wonderful opportunity!


Since I did a 650b conversion, I should be one of the ones to say, the 
official RBW answer on Rambouillet conversions to 650b is, "the BB would be 
too low" but that was said when the normal tire width was a 32.

I think it works fine if you use a 650b-42 like Hetre or equivalent. But, 
using a 42 means that your tire height is close to a 700c-25.  So, if a 
56cm on 700c wheels would be too big, then I would think that the 56 would 
still be too big.  I mean, yeah, you could use a 32 tire instead, but, 
you'll start to run into more of a risk of having pedal strikes.  The 
reason to do a conversion is to run fatter tires, right?  If you're going 
to run less than a 32, I'd leave it as a 700c...  

Although I love my Bomba, and I usually am putting more miles on my 
canti-Rom anymore since I've got it set up for my more usual mixed-terrain 
riding, if I was going for a longer road ride I'd be on my Ram in a 
heartbeat, it was my first Riv and still my favorite.   
 

It is a beautiful frame:  I hope someone snatched it up.   

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[RBW] Re: A Homer Hilsen slight color change?

[Leslie]

There used to be a Toyo Hilsen and a Waterford Hilsen side-by-side at MSL, 
they were slightly different shades of each other.  



On Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 2:55:15 PM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote:
>
> Saw Will's AHH on the Staff Bikes. Is it just me or did the color change 
> slighty?  It looks great!
>
> Also, I was wondering if anyone had any pictures of a 52cm AHH? Can't seem 
> to find any on the internet, but I know there was a 52cm that sold here 
> recently.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Phil
>

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[RBW] Re: Rovendell Romulus Modifications

[Leslie]

Is yours a canti-Rom, or with standard brakes?

Since mine is a canti-Rom, and I have a fendered Ram, I decided to forego 
fenders and squeeze the biggest tires on I could, am running MSO's on there:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/16004557507/in/album-72157623199721925/
 

Am running Noodles with cross-checks.



The Rom is very similar to the Ram;  my Ram, I did a 650b conversion on it, 
am running Hetres under fenders.

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[RBW] Re: Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

[Leslie]

This is what I go by...

http://www.cyclofiend.com/Images/pdf/RR28_bikeassembly.pdf 


Combined with the instructions for the specific derailleurs, that should 
get you in the ballpark





On Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 2:42:03 PM UTC-4, Max Bergen wrote:
>
> My Hunq is being delivered in a few days and I plan on building the bike 
> myself.  I was hoping some folks would have helpful resources on process 
> and tools for installing: 
>
> -BB
> -crankset
> -derailleurs
> -chain
> -brakes and levers and cables
> -thumbie shifters and cables 
>
> Thanks! 
> -Max
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: RIVEOPARDY

[Leslie]

I did get the Dove one right!  Whew



On Monday, January 23, 2017 at 11:36:41 AM UTC-5, Grant @ Rivendell wrote:
>
> Clue should've been high carb / low carB--not "car". And it's a bar we 
> don't sell anymore. Dove bar. Meat (if a real dove), and ice cream / 
> chocolate confection for the high carb.
>
> Buckwheat was SOBA bar.
>
> I'll try to post the key--need roman's help converting excel file to JPEG. 
> Internet was helpful for non-mac, but I'm on mac. I'm sure it's easy, but 
> I've had it with trying, so I'll get Roman to show me.
>
> sorry for the missing B!
>
> G
>
>
>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: RIVEOPARDY

[Leslie]

Oh!  I didn't do it that way...   I just printed off the chart, then wrote 
my answers in the blanks, and mailed that in



On Friday, January 13, 2017 at 10:30:18 PM UTC-5, Wayne Naha wrote:
>
> Joe,  I did try to answer every question.  The were some I did not know 
> the answer to, so I made something up.  I wrote the title of the category, 
> and listed my answers in the same order as the questions (clues).  I hope 
> that is sufficient for the contest.  I did not rewrite everything.  In the 
> actual game of "Jeopardy!" an answer to a question is given, and players 
> must guess at the question which would be answered by the clue.  Thus, all 
> the 'answers' for this game must be phrased in the form of a question.  For 
> instance, if the clue is "The founder of Rivendell Bicycle Works," the 
> answer is: "Who is Grant Petersen?"  It takes some getting used to.
>
> On Friday, January 13, 2017 at 8:37:16 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>>
>> Did you answer every question? I'm not entirely clear how this works, I 
>> don't watch Jeopardy. 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Off topic question: portable cd players

[Leslie]

I just picked up a Sony CD player from an old friend who'd gotten it for 
his kid's dorm, but they never used it, so he was getting rid of stuff  
got it cheap, but is really nice.   Actually, I have a bit of an eclectic 
setup, a NAD receiver, a Sansui TU-717 tuner, a BIC turntable, the Sony CD 
player, with some Paradigm speakers... nothing cost much of anything at 
all, a lot was almost given to me, but it's far better than just good 
enough, fwiw  

Regarding inexpensive CD players
I seem to recall that there was a hifi audio guy, Gary Krakow, who liked 
the idea of using original Playstations as a CD player for "hifi systems on 
the cheap".  

Thing is, w/ a CD player, they all should have respectable output...  just 
about any of them should 'suffice'.   


Riv content:  my audio setup is in the basement, next to the workshop, so I 
can listen as a wrench on a Riv.





On Sunday, January 15, 2017 at 5:13:58 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> I want a cheap and simple and very small device to plug into my Harman 
> Kardon amplifier/speakers to play Bach and Grateful Dead, but not at the 
> same time. I need it to do nothing except that it play standard music CDs 
> reliably while sitting on top of my cabinet next to the speakers; I don't 
> need bass booster or skip protection. Can anyone recommend something like 
> this?
>
> What about this one? At least, it has a good Fakespot rating.
>
> Thanks. Better reply offlist to bert...@gmail.com .
>
> Riv content: I have most of Dylan's albums ("Albums". There's a term from 
> the 78 rpm past!) but Jerry Garcia at his post psychedelic best ought to be 
> criterion enough.
>
> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VADPHY/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza
>
>
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYUtTuxf5LU=RD7AbF26nldtQ=4
>
> -- 
> Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews.
> By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching.
> Other professional writing services.
> http://www.resumespecialties.com/
> www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/
> Patrick Moore
> Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique,  Vereinigte Staaten
> **
> **
> *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a 
> circumference on the contours of which all conditions, distinctions, and 
> individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu
>
> *Stat crux dum volvitur orbis.* *(The cross stands motionless while the 
> world revolves.) *Carthusian motto
>
> *It is *we *who change; *He* remains the same.* Eckhart
>
> *Kinei hos eromenon.* (*It moves [all things] as the beloved.) *Aristotle
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: RIVEOPARDY

[Leslie]

I think I got that one. Actually, most I was solid on, but then there 
were a few that I was looking at, thinking at first that they were the same 
answer, but then a little more thinking came up with better answers... that 
left me down to two to ponder on for a bit...  one of them just hit me 
finally after mulling it over for a day; but the other, well...   I think I 
came up with an answer that is 'right' but don't know if it's 'the' answer 
that is expected...

I am eager to see the results  

   



On Friday, January 20, 2017 at 9:48:47 AM UTC-5, Shoji Takahashi wrote:
>
> Me, too, Joe. Buckwheat answer; I didn't know where to start.
>
> shoji
>
> On Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 11:41:30 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>>
>> If I can ask this without generating guesses to the quiz, was everybody 
>> stumped by "buckwheat" ? That's the one where I threw in the towel. I just 
>> want to know if it stumped you, not the answer to the question itself. 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Brass Bells

[Leslie]

Way back in my previous lifetime, we had to keep our brass polished up 
nicely, untarnished, used a lot of Brasso (I can smell the barracks 
now...).  But eventually, you'd go buy an anodized version of all of those 
bits, so you didn't have to polish them.  But, if they wore, they'd lose 
their coating, and you'd have to then treat them just like the older 
regular brass and clean them regularly (Brasso would strip that outer 
protective layer off).  Have to admit, I just run w/ the patina'd look 
these days...



Speaking of bells  

Twice yesterday, while riding our local greenbelt, smaller kids (like, 
maybe three or four year olds, riding with their families), coming from the 
other direction, would ring their bells at me, just glad to ring their 
bells at anyone. Each time, I'd ring back at them, which astonished them in 
both cases...  they weren't used to other folks having bells.   

Most of the time, folks are pleased and tickled with a bell being rung for 
them before you pass, but I've noticed an uptick of folks with either 
earbuds stuck in their ears, or, are so engrossed with their phones, that 
they never hear you ringing at them, then get offended when you pass 
them  sigh.

 


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[RBW] Re: 700X42C Tire Recommendation

[Leslie]

I absolutely love my Clement MSO's, in 700c-40, would suggest giving them a 
try perhaps.  



On Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at 6:14:46 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com 
wrote:
>
> Hi all, I'm wondering if there are any tires slightly larger than the 
> Little Big Bens I'm using now. Those measure about 38mm, and I have room 
> for a bit more. Would like to maximize flotation! I know there are the 
> Marathon Supremes listed at 42mm (40mm actual is my guess), and those are 
> probably my go-to tires. Just wondering if there is anything else out 
> there? These are for a tandem, so need to handle 80-85psi and a 400lbs 
> weight FWIW.
> Thanks!
>

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis vs Appaloosa

[Leslie]

I've often thought that if I did come across an affordable 56 Atlantis, I'd 
like to 650b it;  interesting that they're going ahead and doing it 
themselves.   (Also thought about a 650b Hunq, and they made that happen 
too.)


Kellie,
Understand about wanting a bike, and having to wait to afford it.  My Ram 
(my first Riv), I put it on layaway; then when I got my Bomba, again, I put 
a down-payment, took awhile before I had it paid off.  

Your use:  I get the Saluki for long road rides, as-is my Ram. You've got 
your road-needs covered.   The Cheviot:  Okay, since it's a mixte, yeah, it 
wouldn't be as easy to put on my bike rack w/o a top-tube converter, 
but...  I think of it as a Mixte-Sam, and a Sam shouldn't be that much 
different than an Atlantis weight-wise.   The Cheviot and the Sam should be 
similar tubing to each other;  the Atlantis' frame is going to be, a 
different mix of tubing maybe, but the Atlantis will have a heavier fork:  
I don't know that you'll see much of a weight-difference/savings. 

Aside from the loading-up of the bike on a rack, how do you like the 
Cheviot?  I think, it should be fine for a lot/most of the uses that you've 
outlined.   Actually, I don't think any Riv would be particularly bad at 
any of your mentioned uses, (save perhaps the Roadeo:  it could handle a 
lot of it but might be underbiking a bit);  unless you're thinking 
'serious' loading, I don't know that the Atlantis would bring more to the 
table for your needs than the Appaloosa. I think the Appaloosa is an 
awesome bike (don't have one, would like one). But, so is the Atlantis  
I can understand wanting one; it has too much overlap w/ my Bomba, I 
couldn't justify getting an Atlantis, but, I still would think on one if I 
came across one for the right price   

Keep saving:  eventually you'll get enough saved up, that you can sell the 
Cheviot and buy your Atlantis.  Win.Or, sell the Cheviot and buy the 
Appaloosa, still a win, just sooner.   So, whichever you get, will be 
fine.  


Good luck...




On Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 8:22:39 PM UTC-4, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
>
> I knew (and remembered) the Hunqapillar was re-designed but I don't think 
> I knew about the Atlantis.  That will be interesting!  
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 3:38:22 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>> Since John brought up Toe Clip Overlap.  A lot of list members know this, 
>> but maybe they "know" and have forgotten.  Some people for sure don't know 
>> this.  The Atlantis and the Hunqapillar have been redesigned for 650B, and 
>> the sizing has changed too.  There are no new geo charts up yet.  I was 
>> curious about a 650B Atlantis to replace my 700C Atlantis.  I reached out 
>> to Brian at Riv and we agreed that my 58cm 700c Atlantis is the right size, 
>> and that the new 56cm 650B Atlantis would be the right size for me.  That 
>> new 650B Atlantis has a nice large front center, and will have no TCO.  My 
>> 700c Atlantis does have TCO.  So, those of you saving up for a new Atlantis 
>> and keeping an eye out for a used one, be advised that it's likely two 
>> different bikes.  Same spirit, same DNA, but different creatures.  
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito, CA 
>>
>> On Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 1:29:16 PM UTC-7, John wrote:
>>>
>>> Regarding toe-clip overlap on trail rides, choosing a Hunqapillar won't 
>>> solve that problem, but choosing platform pedals will solve it for either 
>>> an Atlantis or Hunq.
>>>
>>> John 
>>>
>>> On Monday, August 22, 2016 at 9:57:50 AM UTC-7, Kellie wrote:

 Just wondering what you guys think?  I really want an Atlantis but a 
 new one is out of my budget.  Intended use is mostly off road like fire 
 trails, cross country riding; NOT crazy downhill, rock gardens etc.  Since 
 the Appaloosa is supposed to be somewhere between the Hillborne and the 
 Hunq, I'm wondering if an Appaloosa would be an appropriate  substitute?

  Big price difference between the two. I'm sure there is a tubing 
 difference. But the Appaloosa has the Hunq fork so that's plenty strong. 
 Maybe better cosmetics, detailed lugging on the Atlantis.  So you say why 
 not get a Hunq? But if I'm going to pop for a new Hunq I might as will buy 
 a new Atlantis. What do you think?

>>>

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[RBW] Re: Rambouillet Serial #'s?

[Leslie]

Ha!  This is the thread from six years ago where I started trying to fun 
the numbers on the serial number breaks between colors, trying to figure 
out how many of each color was made, what ended up on cyclofiend.com's Ram 
page.

My green Ram is RB1207, and has the mid-fork braze-ons; your number as 
RB1222 is even higher than mine, and is blue.  Yours totally breaks the 
pattern.   Neat.  

There has to be something special about it.   I mean, it's the 
highest-numbered Ram I know of, but it's blue instead of green.   I almost 
wonder if someone near the very end of the Ram line said, I want one, but 
in blue... 



Also, FWIW... my son's orange Ram is RB0944:  by range, it should've been a 
blue bike:  but, it IS a 66, so since it's really tall, it may have been 
handled differently for assembly/brazing...   


On Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 5:36:24 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote:
>
> My blue 54 Rambouillet is RB 1222. Hilsen lugs and two sets of braze-ons 
> on the seatstays. None on forks. 
>

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[RBW] Re: Rambouillet Serial #'s?

[Leslie]

Oh, somewhere along the line, there's a typo:   my number really is an RB 
number, not RM... that's a typo...



On Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 9:14:05 PM UTC-4, Leslie wrote:
>
> Ha!  This is the thread from six years ago where I started trying to fun 
> the numbers on the serial number breaks between colors, trying to figure 
> out how many of each color was made, what ended up on cyclofiend.com's 
> Ram page.
>
> My green Ram is RB1207, and has the mid-fork braze-ons; your number as 
> RB1222 is even higher than mine, and is blue.  Yours totally breaks the 
> pattern.   Neat.  
>
> There has to be something special about it.   I mean, it's the 
> highest-numbered Ram I know of, but it's blue instead of green.   I almost 
> wonder if someone near the very end of the Ram line said, I want one, but 
> in blue... 
>
>
>
> Also, FWIW... my son's orange Ram is RB0944:  by range, it should've been 
> a blue bike:  but, it IS a 66, so since it's really tall, it may have been 
> handled differently for assembly/brazing...   
>
>
> On Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 5:36:24 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote:
>>
>> My blue 54 Rambouillet is RB 1222. Hilsen lugs and two sets of braze-ons 
>> on the seatstays. None on forks. 
>>
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[RBW] Re: F.S. 54cm. Blue Rambouillet frame and fork

[Leslie]

Hey, I know where that frame came through!   My Rambouillet, I picked up at 
MSL in Bristol VA, too.  

My green Ram, has the mid-fork and seatstay braze-ons; I know only the late 
green Rams had the mid-fork, but I think all of the green ones had the 
seatstay braze-ons. Maybe they started adding them before the switch from 
blue to green, I'd guess





On Monday, July 25, 2016 at 2:34:45 PM UTC-4, rod...@verizon.net wrote:
>
> Selling a lovely immaculate 54cm. blue Rambouillet frame and fork. Asking 
> price 1,250.00 plus shipping costs tbt and carefully boxed up by my local 
> bicyle mechanic in BALTIMORE. ALso included is some touch up paint. 

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[RBW] Re: Show Bill your British Racing Green Bike.

[Leslie]

Rambouillet:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/8351735340/in/album-72157623199721925/
 
   



On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 12:51:28 PM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote:
>
> All in good fun, let's show Bill our BRG bikes!
> I'll start - BMC Monster Cross single speed 'road bike for dirt' - 
> https://www.instagram.com/p/BGbx9nOMmeI/
> David 
> Chicago
>
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[RBW] Re: Wald Big Basket + Nitto small front racks

[Leslie]

FWIW, I use a Platrack on top of my rack, to which the basket is then 
attached, giving a better platform.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/7729133174/in/album-72157623199721925/
 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/22755349636/in/album-72157623199721925/
 


I would suggest locating a Platrack...


On Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 2:24:38 PM UTC-4, Minh wrote:
>
> First off, i will not comment on how i secure my basket to my front racks.
>
> Second, is there any guidance (common sense or otherwise) about using the 
> bigger wald basket on the smaller nitto racks (either M12, Nitto Mini, 
> Mark's)?  Should i limit myself to bulky but not heavy loads?  
>
> I find that i'm not using my Big Front Rack as much and would like to 
> switch to a smaller front rack, but not if i will be super-limited in 
> use-cases
>

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[RBW] Re: 650b x 47c to fit 2016/2017 Hunqapillar & Atlantis?

[Leslie]

Kinda sad to see the Bombadil not listed there I'd like to find 
some 650b in a 2.4" or a 2.5" to see if they'd also fit under my fenders, 
too (the 2.3's did...)

-L

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[RBW] Re: OT: carrying fishing poles on a bike

[Leslie]

No pic;   I fly-fish, and the segments of my rods all fit in a smallish 
tube, that I can lash to a saddlebag w/ the outer loops.  I'll try to 
remember to snap a pic sometime.

-L

On Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 8:33:37 PM UTC-4, WETH wrote:
>
> As I recall, a few list members fish.  My question, does anyone have 
> suggestions for carrying poles on their bike?
> The internet showed me some interesting homemade rack attachments using 
> PVC pipe, other folk strap poles to the tI prune like a frame pump, others 
> secure pole to waterbottle cage/ head tube, others take pole apart and put 
> in a backpack.  And, I found this: http://www.bikefisherman.com. 
> Am I missing any other options?
> I am building up a bike for the son of a dear family friend to take to 
> college.  He loves to fish.  When the build is complete, I want to help him 
> devise a way to carry his pole for fishing.  The bike will have a rear rack 
> and front mini rack.  
> Thoughts?
> Thanks,
> Erl

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[RBW] Re: PSA: 59cm Legolas frame on Ebay

[Leslie]

Here's the thread on here: 
https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/47N6k_T5y9w 


I was on the verge of ordering a Legolas once, and still *want* one, but 
then I picked up a canti-Rom, and have yet to find a reason why I'd need a 
Legolas instead of the canti-Rom... truth-be-told, the canti-Rom is 
probably better-suited to me than a Legolas would be, but man, there's a 
certain panache about a Rivbike Legolas  yeah, I still want one, 
but   just can't justify it at this point, not with the canti-Rom in 
the stable.

(And, FWIW, the canti-Rom has become my most-frequently-ridden bike)

  



On Monday, May 2, 2016 at 10:12:09 AM UTC-4, Matt Rhodes wrote:
>
> FYI.
>
>
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Legolas-59cm-/152074885679?hash=item23685e9a2f:g:21EAAOSwZAtXJjsd
>
> Cheers,
> Matt
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[RBW] Re: Rivendell, A. Homer Hilsen - $3200

[Leslie]

I *love* that color, a bit darker than the usual Hilsen blue.   (Do you 
happen to know the color name?)   



On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 3:31:06 PM UTC-4, Monique Arsenault wrote:
>
> A.H.H. came out in the summer of 2006. Serial number 0069. Nitto drop 
> handlebars & stem. Shimano break levers, Tektro R556 sidepulls front & 
> back. (650 B) 90% nifty swifty kevlar tires, no flats. 32 hole synergy rim, 
> stainless spokes. Polished stainless fenders. Schmidt front hub, Dynamo, 
> E-3 front light, rear light is a Top Lite XS, 3 watt system. Shimano bar 
> shifters with IRD ALPINA Front shifter and a Shimano Ultegra rears shifter. 
> T.A., Carmina Specialties (France) cranks, bottom bracket stainless, new 
> middle ring. (I'll have to take crank off to determine whether Philwood). 
> White industries rear hub with a brand new cassette. Shimano XC pedals. 
> Brooks B-17 saddle on a Nitto post. Tubus rear rack is titanium. This bike 
> is a solid riding precision machine that coasts farther and faster than any 
> of my other Rivs. And is so pretty, it sparkles in the sunlight, well, at 
> least the forks do. My favorite part, however, is the serial number. Jordan 
> (360)296-5939 Thanks for the feedback; size is 54cm, $3200.
>

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[RBW] Re: V Brakes and Full fender set

[Leslie]

On Monday, April 4, 2016 at 3:37:08 PM UTC-4, Ezequiel Orduno wrote:
>
> Who is running a 700cx40mm fenderset with TRP CX9 V brakes?? They are 90mm 
> arm length, i wanted to know if it would be possible to run them on my bike.
>


Saw the title, came to help, then realized maybe not so much...

My v-brakes are on a bike w/ fat 650b, I do have fenders and v-brakes 
together, but not the TRP's, have Pauls instead.
(https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/7460283524/in/album-72157623199721925/)
 


Haven't tried the TRP's, sorry...
 
On which bike are you wanting to run them?

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Shimano Octalink V1 bottom bracket

[Leslie]

FWIW:   for my V1 Octalink crank, I went w/ a XTR BB...   just in case you 
can find one of them instead.  I've meant to pick up a second one to have 
as a spare, but haven't found an affordable one yet

-L


On Thursday, March 31, 2016 at 2:05:52 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> I have an Ultegra triple crankset that I will be setting up as a compact 
> double.  I need a Shimano Octalink V1 bottom bracket.  It needs to be 
> 68x118.5 English threaded.  Before I buy a new 105 unit on ebay for $40 
> shipped, I'd like a chance to send my money inside the group.  
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>

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[RBW] Re: Bleriot Touchup Paint, Redux

[Leslie]

Kinda funny, my wife and daughters have created quite a collection of 
nail-polish for me, for the bikes...

I also have a Sally Hansen Hard as Nails for the green Rambouillet, Emerald 
City (now discontinued).  The orange for the Bombadil (Rambouillet orange), 
is a creamcicle color, I can't remember the brand off the top of my head.   
I can't remember the Romulus blue, either, will have to look later

   

On Friday, March 25, 2016 at 6:47:04 PM UTC-4, islaysteve wrote:
>
> I finally tracked down one of the nail polishes recommended in 
> cyclofiends's Bleriot webpage, thought I'd share what I found.  Sally 
> Hansen Marine Scene is the color.  It's discontinued, as are the other two 
> recommended (NYC 241 and Maybelline).  The Sally Hansen polish is the only 
> one that I found to be available on Amazon.  The full info is:  Sally 
> Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme wear #4860-19 (top of cap says 19 Marine Scene. 
>  I found it to be a very close match.  The vendor that comes up in an 
> Amazon search says there are 8 left in stock.  Cost shown is $5.38 with 
> free shipping (I paid slightly less).  
>
> There are probably contemporary brands/colors that will also work.  I 
> would suggest looking at O.P.I. polishes which seem to be pretty available 
> and have one or two colors that look close, to my eye.  Anyway...
>
> A few tips: 
> --I cleaned the area to be touched up with pure acetone.  I think it 
> dulled the finish there a bit, nothing major but I wouldn't recommend using 
> this, but perhaps rubbing alcohol instead.  If you use a separate brush, 
> you can clean the brush in acetone.
> --On advice from my wife, I used Sally Hansen Hard as Nails (clear) both 
> as a base coat and top coat.  With two coats of color, this does make for a 
> thicker touchup area.  It's up to you whether to go this route.
> --Nail polish seems pretty thin.  Shake up the bottle very well before you 
> paint.  The first coat probably won't cover deep scratches or chips 
> completely, so let that dry thoroughly and coat again.  If you're very 
> particular you may want to get a very tiny brush from an art supply place 
> and use instead of the supplied brush.  The supplied brush does pretty well 
> if you're careful.  
> Here are a Before and After picture.  The scratches were deep and were 
> from a Hupe.  If you think it looked better Before, well, we just don't 
> need to hear about that, do we?  ; - )
> Cheers, Steve
>
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Story behind differing Rambouillet lug sets?

[Leslie]

Love the bike, but, must admit... it bothers me that it's locked up in a 
way that prevents others from also being able to lock up, too...   



On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 10:52:24 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> Speaking of pointy lugs, I spotted this lovely silver Atlantis in Berkeley 
> today. Up-flipped Moustache Bars are an interesting touch. 
>
> On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 3:37:38 PM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote: 
> > Also found on Saluki 
> > 
> > 
> > On Fri, Mar 18, 2016 at 5:02 PM, Hugh Smitham  
> wrote: 
> > 
> > 
> > Definitely like a AHH lug. Beautiful! 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >   
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 6:22:33 AM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote:Here is 
> one version: 
> > http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2005/cc062-joecollins1205.html 
> > Here is t'other: 
> > http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2008/cc486-forrestmeyer0508.html 
> > One looks more like knight armour-like. 
> > One looks more swooshy/modern. 
> > I like both. The swooshy one is very clean and mellow looking. 
> > I'm thinking the knight version is maybe built in usa by one of those 
> early riv bike frame builders? Maybe a custom version? Like if you ordered 
> a Bombadil today? But what do i know. 
> > 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

[Leslie]

I don't think I could've handled that shade of green against the 
orange   

I had Bilenky replace the broken dropout on frame I got for my son, then I 
painted it to match the headtube;  

https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/23946265090/in/album-72157623199721925/
 




On Monday, March 21, 2016 at 2:49:43 PM UTC-4, NickBull wrote:
>
> If you are replying to my post of the orange ram with blue-green stays ...
>
> We discussed matching the headtube cream color, but Bilenky recommended 
> against it, I think because they said that it would tend to look dirty all 
> the time and also cream is so muted a color it would kind of wash out 
> visually.
>
> So what they were matching was the green in the Rambouillet headtube badge.
>
> FWIW, center of BB to top of top tube is a hair under 22.5" which is 57.2 
> cm.  So I don't know what that means--the Rambouillet geometry table has 56 
> and 58.  Maybe I'm not measuring quite right.  Or maybe the 58 is to the 
> top of a virtual horizontal top tube, I think the Ram has a little bit of 
> upslope.
>
> Nick
>
> On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 5:40:20 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote:
>>
>> Headtube matching cream.
>
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[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

[Leslie]

On Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 5:48:07 PM UTC-4, Surlyprof wrote:
>
> I like the toe protection even if it is only psychological since I can't 
> remember ever scraping a toe on the ground riding.  I may try the Chacos 
> again.  It'll be like a convertible for my toes!
> John
>


Having scraped the tip of my toe off while wearing Tevas, I definitely go 
w/ Chacos w/ a toe-loop, to keep the sole against the toe, so as to protect 
it from that happening again.   


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[RBW] Re: FS: 62cm Legolas (PRICE REDUCED)

[Leslie]

I was going to say, I'm running 40 MSO's on my canti-Rom, would've thought 
a Legolas could handle it too   



On Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 10:47:24 AM UTC-5, Sean Hipkin wrote:
>
> Oops my bad! They are 42's. You can fit a 33 with a fender  
>
> Thanks for catching that
>
> Sean
>
> On Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at 7:29:36 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>>
>> That is a beautiful bike! Sean, what size are the tires in the picture? 
>> They look larger than 33mm.
>>
>> With abandon,
>> Patrick
>>
>> On Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at 8:18:05 PM UTC-7, Sean Hipkin wrote:
>>>
>>> It has a quill stem and clearance to fit 33mm tires well. 
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Pedals -- Identified

[Leslie]

I thought they reminded me of the VP-001 pedal that RIv carries, makes 
sense that they'd spec something similar...



On Monday, March 7, 2016 at 2:27:08 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> On my separate Appaloosa thread, a couple people asked about the pedals. 
>  I speculated that they might be Wellgo.  I knew I had seen the wavy logo 
> preceding the K926 model number.  It was NOT A Wellgo logo.  It was a 
> Victor logo  (VP).  I've found the model, and it is called the VP Push N2.  
>
> http://www.vp-usa.com/vp-push-n2/
>
> Looks like the going online price is $60, which I guess explains why I 
> thought it was so nice.  
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
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[RBW] Re: V-brakes & front racks

[Leslie]

My Bombadil has the fork-top braze-ons, so to have a solid support for a 
Platrack to hold a Wald, I ran a Tubus rear rack on the front.  If I was 
running cantis, wouldn't have been as complex, but I'd decided to run Paul 
Motolites before thinking about mounting racks.  Had to get creative, 
bending the rack strut w/ the rack mount on the strut, in order to clear 
the brake's cross-bar.   

https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/7460283524/in/album-72157623199721925/
 
(and toggle forward and backward a pic to see the bends, and mounted)

Another brake, like a Shimano, and then changing arm lengths, would have 
been easier



On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 12:26:17 AM UTC-5, dougP wrote:
>
> Today's BLUG mention of potential conflict with V-brakes blocking the hole 
> in the fork crown & causing a fit problem with racks reminded me of 
> kinda-sorta almost having that issue when I changed my Atlantis over to 
> Vs.  I use a small Nitto front rack that mounts to that fork crown hole.  
> On the original Vs that I used the noodle boot contacted the rack strut.  
> Not enough to cause problems but it had zero clearance.  It worked but when 
> I came across a brake with slightly longer arms (107 mm vs 102 mm, IIRC), I 
> installed the longer arm.  No change in braking power or other 
> functionality but now plenty of clearance above the rack strut.  
>
> These generic Shimano brakes retail for less than $30 so a cheap & easy 
> fix if you run into the same conflict.  Tektro has similar brakes.  As it 
> turns out there's a lot of brake arm lengths out there to choose from.  My 
> wife's Atlantis has TRP mini-Vs that work with standard pull road levers 
> (the Tiagras that came on the bike) and the cable is lower than the fork 
> crown hole.  
>
> dougP
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[RBW] Re: Used Rambouillet Value?

[Leslie]

George,

My green Ram is one of the last batch, w/ the mid-fork braze-ons, and does 
have the pieced windows on the dropouts;   I've recently gotten my son an 
orange Ram, a tall one, and AAMOF, it needed its derailleur hanger 
replaced, had Bilenky fix it up, but RBW supplied the dropout... and it is 
the pierced one, too, to match the original that was replaced. 

Actually, I just ran and looked:  my Romulus has the pierced dropouts, 
too... 

I really would ponder if a dropout on a Ram or a Rom is solid, if it had 
been replaced for some reason.   


-L

  

On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 9:53:34 PM UTC-5, George Schick wrote:
>
> Les - yes, exactly!  Only now I'm really confused because I thought that 
> the very last batch of Ram's sold were painted green.  So...if the same 
> Japanese shop that brazed together the originals did the entire run they 
> must have randomly used the "pierced" dropout as they went along.  To tell 
> the truth, it's always kind of made me nervous, because even though It has 
> no cracks or signs of failure (yet)  I view it as a potential weak point - 
> those slender sections of steel.  It would be interesting to know of the 
> Ram owners who have had dropout failures, how many of their frames has this 
> particular design.
>
> On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 8:42:01 PM UTC-6, Leslie wrote:
>>
>> George,
>> Do you mean, the pierced dropout, with the window through it?  Like this 
>> one?
>>
>> https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/4320448965/in/album-72157623199721925/
>>  
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 8:34:28 PM UTC-5, George Schick wrote:
>>>
>>> Mark - Glad to hear about your decision to keep the Ram!  My own orange 
>>> Ram has serial number RB0433, which kind of makes me think that there was a 
>>> batch of those frames built with that particular type of dropout. 
>>>  Interesting.  BTW, pull up a web pic of the Ideale 90 and compare it to 
>>> your bike in its original configuration.  I think you'll see the similarity.
>>>
>>>
>>> On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 7:18:05 PM UTC-6, Mark Williams wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi George, 
>>>> Believe it or not, discovering this forum 24 hours ago has caused me to 
>>>> reconsider- I'm keeping the Ramby!   I'm retired so don't commute any 
>>>> more- 
>>>> my riding is pleasure and errands. I liked having a bike with components I 
>>>> didn't mind wearing out and replacing for the commuter- SunTour VXGT 
>>>> derailleur, old brakes with excellent pads, etc. and I did wear out a 
>>>> couple of BB cups and lots of chainrings.  Seattle's rain brings lots of 
>>>> grit up on the drivetrain.  I'll sell the Trek 420- its a good bike. 
>>>> I'm pretty sure that old saddle was a Brooks, but it didn't have a 
>>>> model designation on it. Model # for the Ram is RB028.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 12:52:37 PM UTC-8, George Schick wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> Mark - several comments:  first, I agree with some responders that you 
>>>>> should keep that orange Ram and sell off the others.  It's a special 
>>>>> bike, 
>>>>> if for no other reason than the luminescent orange color.  Secondly, is 
>>>>> that an Ideale 90 saddle on your original build?  I used to own one and 
>>>>> it 
>>>>> sure looks like the same thing.  Finally, I'm curious about the manf. 
>>>>> date 
>>>>> of your Ram.  Reason I say that is because I notice that the drive side 
>>>>> dropout has a slender, "split" design as opposed to the usual solid ones. 
>>>>>  Mine has the same thing.  If you don't mind sharing, I'm curious about 
>>>>> the 
>>>>> serial number of the frame to see if it's close to mine.  Lots of other 
>>>>> orange Rams shown on this blog do not have that same dropout.
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks, George
>>>>>
>>>>> On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 11:42:44 AM UTC-6, Mark Williams wrote:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> It sure is nice to hear from Riv experts, thank you all!  I've always 
>>>>>> owned more than three bikes but never less than two (plus the tandem) 
>>>>>> with 
>>>>>> the old Trek set up for commuting (fenders and lights) and the Ram for 
>>>>>> fair 
>>>>>> weather fun rides.  I was thinking to keep the Trek due to its year 
>>>>>> round 
>>

[RBW] Re: BLUG Roadeo size?

[Leslie]

It says 57 now


On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 11:29:04 PM UTC-5, ted wrote:
>
> The Mar 2 BLUG entry on the new demo Roadeo at RBW WHQ says the frame is a 
> 55.
> The head tube looks significantly longer than the one on Mark's 55 Roadeo 
> in the staff bikes section.
> Am I cross eyed? Is one of these not a 55? Typo?
> What do you all think?
>

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[RBW] Re: Used Rambouillet Value?

[Leslie]

George,
Do you mean, the pierced dropout, with the window through it?  Like this 
one?
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/4320448965/in/album-72157623199721925/
 



On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 8:34:28 PM UTC-5, George Schick wrote:
>
> Mark - Glad to hear about your decision to keep the Ram!  My own orange 
> Ram has serial number RB0433, which kind of makes me think that there was a 
> batch of those frames built with that particular type of dropout. 
>  Interesting.  BTW, pull up a web pic of the Ideale 90 and compare it to 
> your bike in its original configuration.  I think you'll see the similarity.
>
>
> On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 7:18:05 PM UTC-6, Mark Williams wrote:
>>
>> Hi George, 
>> Believe it or not, discovering this forum 24 hours ago has caused me to 
>> reconsider- I'm keeping the Ramby!   I'm retired so don't commute any more- 
>> my riding is pleasure and errands. I liked having a bike with components I 
>> didn't mind wearing out and replacing for the commuter- SunTour VXGT 
>> derailleur, old brakes with excellent pads, etc. and I did wear out a 
>> couple of BB cups and lots of chainrings.  Seattle's rain brings lots of 
>> grit up on the drivetrain.  I'll sell the Trek 420- its a good bike. 
>> I'm pretty sure that old saddle was a Brooks, but it didn't have a model 
>> designation on it. Model # for the Ram is RB028.
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 12:52:37 PM UTC-8, George Schick wrote:
>>>
>>> Mark - several comments:  first, I agree with some responders that you 
>>> should keep that orange Ram and sell off the others.  It's a special bike, 
>>> if for no other reason than the luminescent orange color.  Secondly, is 
>>> that an Ideale 90 saddle on your original build?  I used to own one and it 
>>> sure looks like the same thing.  Finally, I'm curious about the manf. date 
>>> of your Ram.  Reason I say that is because I notice that the drive side 
>>> dropout has a slender, "split" design as opposed to the usual solid ones. 
>>>  Mine has the same thing.  If you don't mind sharing, I'm curious about the 
>>> serial number of the frame to see if it's close to mine.  Lots of other 
>>> orange Rams shown on this blog do not have that same dropout.
>>>
>>> Thanks, George
>>>
>>> On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 11:42:44 AM UTC-6, Mark Williams wrote:

 It sure is nice to hear from Riv experts, thank you all!  I've always 
 owned more than three bikes but never less than two (plus the tandem) with 
 the old Trek set up for commuting (fenders and lights) and the Ram for 
 fair 
 weather fun rides.  I was thinking to keep the Trek due to its year round 
 utility but all of your passion about the Ram has me thinking to fender it 
 up and start wearing it out.  I really love its handling and the 
 performance of the Ultegra group.
 Here's a pic of the bike in its original build with Campy hubs and 
 derailleurs, half step plus granny gearing on the Stronglight 99, and 
 Barcons.  Even though it was August in Glacier National Park, the 
 plummeting descent through the clouds over wet pavement was terrifying!


 On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 9:33:49 PM UTC-8, Evan E. wrote:
>
> All Rambouillets are beautiful, but the orange is transcendent. Hard 
> to put a price on transcendent, though. Maybe an extra $100?
>
>
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[RBW] Re: What's in a Rivendell name?

[Leslie]

Romulus under Italian/International 

On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 11:51:12 AM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote:
>
> Romulus?
>
> On Sunday, February 14, 2016 at 10:36:51 AM UTC-6, Lungimsam wrote:
>>
>> Interesting bike names:
>>
>> Clem,
>> Homer,
>> Roscoe,
>> Wilbury,
>> Southern states sounding names, curiously, from west coast bike company.
>>
>> Betty,
>> Sam,
>> Joe,
>> Roadeo,
>> Redwood,
>> Simple One
>> sound very all-American USA
>>
>> Gomez,
>> Chevio/ut,
>> Bleriot
>> Rambouillet,
>> Atlantis,
>> Hilsen
>> sound international
>>
>> Legolas,
>> Bombadill,
>> Rivendell,
>> sound like the books/movies
>>
>> Hunqapillar
>> sounds like a wooly mammoth rampant on a field of single track.
>>
>> Appaloosa and Glorious
>> sound elegant and dreamy.
>>
>> Hubbahubbah sounds friendly and funny and playful. Maybe a tad lewd, like 
>> the blug post says.
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS/T: 59 AHH

[Leslie]

OO...   the rootbeer Homer!   That's a smashing color




On Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 7:56:45 PM UTC-5, Dave S wrote:
>
> Complete Bike as seen here: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/staff1.htm
>
> Would trade for 57cm AHH or Roadeo Frame or bike. Serious buyers please 
> PM. 
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[RBW] Re: Hunq Effective TT

[Leslie]

I find it interesting that the Hunq is "being 650b'd", which really puts it 
into the Bombadil slot  

On Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 3:52:54 AM UTC-5, Garth wrote:
>
> Yes it is to be redesigned, but this chart is for the current/original 
> one.  I hope they post such blueprints for all thèir frames.

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[RBW] Re: No free electronic version of RR #44?

[Leslie]

I'd love to have a copy, paper or digital;   but at the moment, I'm not 
buying a lot, and it said that it would be in connection w/ purchases   

What I think would be interesting/fair/neat, is to have it as paper-only, 
until the next one comes out, at which point this one goes digital, etc. 
etc..



On Friday, February 5, 2016 at 2:32:58 AM UTC-5, eliu01 wrote:
>
> At http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/rr.htm and, I think, in older posts 
> here Grant said that starting with RR #42 that future issues would be 
> available for free as a PDF.  Anyone know if the same will apply to RR #44?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Eric Liu
> SF, CA
>

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[RBW] Re: Sometimes a photo is better than a descriptive subject line.

[Leslie]

Whoo!!!  Congrats


On Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 7:54:00 PM UTC-5, Cecily Walker wrote:
>
>
> 
>
>
>
> Yes, it's a selfie. But it's a selfie with Rizzo, my Betty Foy. I haven't 
> been able to ride in over a year, but the weather was so nice today (though 
> a bit chilly), I decided to take a chance to see how the new knee would 
> handle a short ride. I didn't go more than 4km from home, and I rode very 
> slowly, but the point is *I rode my bike*. 
>
> For Clayton and anyone else who's facing knee surgery (or any other kind 
> of surgery that's keeping you off the bike), I can only say DO IT. The 
> recovery won't be easy, but the reward will be so great that they won't be 
> able to pry the smile off your face for weeks. 
>

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[RBW] Re: I Bailed Off Flicker

[Leslie]

I started using Flickr specifically because of the RBW community, but have 
found it useful for holding other photo albums for sharing, regardless of 
my viewing of it: it's just a good place to stick pictures to then share 
here...


Such as, my son and his Rambouillet frame Christmas present:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/23946265090/in/album-72157623199721925/
 




On Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 1:40:50 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Apparently I was a hit with people with barefoot fetiches, and I really 
> have no desire to be so. So I’ve deleted my account. I’m unsure, however, 
> how to share photos with you lot. Perhaps just in the posts themselves, or 
> on my blog. Time will tell, and I’m open to suggestions. 
>
> With abandon, 
> Patrick 
>
> www.MindYourHeadCoop.org 
> www.OurHolyConception.org 
>
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[RBW] Re: Mounting a Large Front Basket

[Leslie]

I mounted a Cosmo on the front of my Bomba, then mounted a Platrack on top 
of it:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/7729133174/in/album-72157623199721925/
 


Then, I can ziptie the Wald onto the Platrack, which more fully supports it:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/22755349636/in/album-72157623199721925/
 





On Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 1:22:12 PM UTC-5, Jim S. wrote:
>
> Good morning all,
>
> I was interested in group-member opinions on the best rack to mount a 
> large Wald basket on the front of your Rivendell. I'm thinking that neither 
> the mini-front rack, nor Mark's Rack, is ideal to support the large basket. 
> So what racks are you using?
>
> Thanks in advance for any responses.
>
> Best regards,
>
> Jim S.
>

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[RBW] Re: Bombadil Tire Clearance

[Leslie]

My Bomba is a 56, 650b, and I've run 2.3 NeoMotos under fenders;  if I 
pulled the fenders off, I have no idea what tire is out there that would be 
too big...  I think there isn't a 650b tire that it couldn't fit

On Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 12:51:34 PM UTC-5, Chad wrote:
>
> I would agree Ted..  I too am happy with my Bombadil.  I am trying out the 
> Bruce Gordon Rock n Roads and I think they might be a good happy medium.  I 
> have spoken to Riv and for $2400 they can have Waterford build me a 48cm 
> Bombadil in any stock Riv color.  However, Brian and Vince suggested that 
> the newest Hunqapillars have even more tire clearance than the the second 
> gen Bombadil.  They did suggest that with my 80 PBH I would get a better 
> fit on a 48 Bombadil or 48 Hunqapillar especially with the tires maxed 
> out.  My Hillborne is a 51 and fits me great, but I run 42mm tires.
>
> On Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 9:45:34 PM UTC-6, ted wrote:
>>
>> Chad,
>>
>> I wouldn't say I have issues with my Bombadil. It works great for me, and 
>> I am very happy with it. But it does sound like you probably have the same 
>> clearance that I do, and that there isn't anything off nominal about your 
>> frame. If you want/need to run Quasi-Motos at 30 to 35 psi and would rather 
>> run larger tires that that, I suspect you would be happier with a different 
>> frame. Perhaps a Hunqapillar.
>>
>> regards
>> Ted
>>
>> On Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 9:18:37 AM UTC-8, Chad wrote:
>>>
>>> Garth- I too have an '83 Stumpjumper Sport frame and a box full of the 
>>> most of the original parts.  I'm not sure what the tire clearance is like, 
>>> but I have this neat old article from '83 as a reference 
>>> http://www.vintagecrank.com/vintage-bicycle-articles/Fat-Tire-Bikes-Bicycle-Mag-May-83.pdf
>>>
>>> Looks like every bike test is running 2.125 tires.  I also have a '87 MB-2 
>>> (one of Grant's first designs, the first was the '86 MB-1) that can only 
>>> fit a fit a 1.9 tire.  I was able to squeeze in some reproduction Panaracer 
>>> Timbuk II 2.0 tires, but they are super tight fit between the chainstays.
>>>  
>>> Jim and Ted- sounds like you guys have similiar issues on your early 
>>> Bombadils (mine is a 52 BTW), so the problem is not just unique to my 
>>> Bomba.  I think you folks our right about the Bomba being designed at a 
>>> time when the Schwalbe HS 315 "Fatty" (true size 45-47) was the biggest 
>>> 650b tire readily available. I CAN get about 5mm of clearance between tire 
>>> and bridge if I run the Quasi's at 25-28 psi, but the one time I ran them 
>>> that low I got a pinch flat.  I usually run 35 on pavement and then drop to 
>>> 30 on rough trails.  I would like to eventually upgrade to a tubeless setup.
>>>  
>>> Mud clearance was a big issue this past season for both my Hillborne and 
>>> Bomba.  I used my Hillborne for the Dirty Kanza gravel grinder and ending 
>>> up carrying it for 3 miles because the wheels kept getting stuck between 
>>> the frame and sidepulls.  I ended up wearing through the paint in a couple 
>>> of spots when I finally was able to get the wheels unclogged enough to spin 
>>> the clay-like mud was full of sand and pebbles.  I was running 40.5 wide 
>>> Fatty Rumpkins and had at least 10mm of clearance above the tires on the 
>>> Hillborne.  I may switch to Paul Racers and 38 mm tires this year on the 
>>> Hillborne.  Similiarly, our local single track trails in KC were closed 
>>> most of June and July here in KC due to rain and when they were open, they 
>>> were still sticky in dirt and slick on the rocks.  I tried running the 
>>> Schwalbe Fatties but could not get enough traction for climbing.
>>>  
>>> I have been talking to Rick at D cycles about getting the Bomba 
>>> repainted, but I don't want to wreck the new paint with tire rub.  I am 
>>> also considering trying to get the bridge raised 5mm.  I just installed 
>>> Bruce Gordon Rock n Roads and they have tons of room in the frame and the 
>>> tanwalls look great on the Bomba.  I am hoping the work well enough on our 
>>> local trails.  I use my Bomba as here in KC as my primary trail bike, as my 
>>> full-suspension MTB currently lives at our vacation place in Colorado.
>>>  
>>> Chad
>>>  
>>>
>>>  
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Bombadil Tire Clearance

[Leslie]

Mine?  It's a diagastay Bomba w/ the half-moon crown...  (see the pics from 
my earlier post in this thread if you'd like).

-L


On Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 4:39:33 PM UTC-5, ted wrote:
>
> Does your bike have the crown with the partial moon cutout (like a 
> Hunqapillar), or the three dots (like a Hillborne or Hilsen)? Diagonal tube 
> and mid stays or parallel second top tube?
>
> On Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 1:18:28 PM UTC-8, Leslie wrote:
>>
>> My Bomba is a 56, 650b, and I've run 2.3 NeoMotos under fenders;  if I 
>> pulled the fenders off, I have no idea what tire is out there that would be 
>> too big...  I think there isn't a 650b tire that it couldn't fit
>>
>> On Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 12:51:34 PM UTC-5, Chad wrote:
>>>
>>> I would agree Ted..  I too am happy with my Bombadil.  I am trying out 
>>> the Bruce Gordon Rock n Roads and I think they might be a good happy 
>>> medium.  I have spoken to Riv and for $2400 they can have Waterford build 
>>> me a 48cm Bombadil in any stock Riv color.  However, Brian and Vince 
>>> suggested that the newest Hunqapillars have even more tire clearance than 
>>> the the second gen Bombadil.  They did suggest that with my 80 PBH I would 
>>> get a better fit on a 48 Bombadil or 48 Hunqapillar especially with the 
>>> tires maxed out.  My Hillborne is a 51 and fits me great, but I run 42mm 
>>> tires.
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 9:45:34 PM UTC-6, ted wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Chad,
>>>>
>>>> I wouldn't say I have issues with my Bombadil. It works great for me, 
>>>> and I am very happy with it. But it does sound like you probably have the 
>>>> same clearance that I do, and that there isn't anything off nominal about 
>>>> your frame. If you want/need to run Quasi-Motos at 30 to 35 psi and would 
>>>> rather run larger tires that that, I suspect you would be happier with a 
>>>> different frame. Perhaps a Hunqapillar.
>>>>
>>>> regards
>>>> Ted
>>>>
>>>> On Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 9:18:37 AM UTC-8, Chad wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> Garth- I too have an '83 Stumpjumper Sport frame and a box full of the 
>>>>> most of the original parts.  I'm not sure what the tire clearance is 
>>>>> like, 
>>>>> but I have this neat old article from '83 as a reference 
>>>>> http://www.vintagecrank.com/vintage-bicycle-articles/Fat-Tire-Bikes-Bicycle-Mag-May-83.pdf
>>>>>
>>>>> Looks like every bike test is running 2.125 tires.  I also have a '87 
>>>>> MB-2 
>>>>> (one of Grant's first designs, the first was the '86 MB-1) that can only 
>>>>> fit a fit a 1.9 tire.  I was able to squeeze in some reproduction 
>>>>> Panaracer 
>>>>> Timbuk II 2.0 tires, but they are super tight fit between the chainstays.
>>>>>  
>>>>> Jim and Ted- sounds like you guys have similiar issues on your early 
>>>>> Bombadils (mine is a 52 BTW), so the problem is not just unique to my 
>>>>> Bomba.  I think you folks our right about the Bomba being designed at a 
>>>>> time when the Schwalbe HS 315 "Fatty" (true size 45-47) was the biggest 
>>>>> 650b tire readily available. I CAN get about 5mm of clearance between 
>>>>> tire 
>>>>> and bridge if I run the Quasi's at 25-28 psi, but the one time I ran them 
>>>>> that low I got a pinch flat.  I usually run 35 on pavement and then drop 
>>>>> to 
>>>>> 30 on rough trails.  I would like to eventually upgrade to a tubeless 
>>>>> setup.
>>>>>  
>>>>> Mud clearance was a big issue this past season for both my Hillborne 
>>>>> and Bomba.  I used my Hillborne for the Dirty Kanza gravel grinder and 
>>>>> ending up carrying it for 3 miles because the wheels kept getting stuck 
>>>>> between the frame and sidepulls.  I ended up wearing through the paint in 
>>>>> a 
>>>>> couple of spots when I finally was able to get the wheels unclogged 
>>>>> enough 
>>>>> to spin the clay-like mud was full of sand and pebbles.  I was running 
>>>>> 40.5 
>>>>> wide Fatty Rumpkins and had at least 10mm of clearance above the tires on 
>>>>> the Hillborne.  I may switch to Paul Racers and 38 mm tires this year on 
>>>>> the 

[RBW] Re: Look at my lugs!

[Leslie]

Several times on the Creeper and on the Greenbelt, I've had lots of 
complements on 'em, but the one that stood out the most was once while 
riding the Ram on our Greenbelt, my daughter and I'd passed an older 
gentleman heading out, then met him again on our return leg as he rested on 
a bench as we passed, he called out "I love Grant Petersen's designs!"; 
much to my daughter's chagrin, I had to pull up and turn around to chat w/ 
the fella for a bit... he'd previously run a bikeshop, had retired from 
such.  

Another similar story, I had the Bomba on Ocracoke;  earlier in the week, I 
had it locked up at various shops in the village, where it'd been noticed 
closely.   Near the end of the week, while riding through the campground 
(again with my daughter), a fella came running out from his netting 
shelter, calling out "My brother used to work for Paul's Components";  
again to the chagrin of my daughter, I turned around and had to chat... 
he'd even noticed the brakes on my bike.  He's one of the Hunt brothers, 
had left Cali and moved to Charlotte...  

Yeah, Rivendells are not a bike to ride if you want to blend in

-L



On Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 7:36:09 AM UTC-5, Fullylugged wrote:
>
> I was leading our club C group on a chilly WINDY early ride yesterday. 
> Along the way, we saw another group of racier riders who we did not know 
> stopped at a corner. I swung over to meet & greet, and one of the riders 
> pedaled on with me for a mile or so as we continued to chat. Sitting on his 
> SS steel, urban set up Merkx, he looked over at my Rambouillet and 
> remarked, "I like those lugs! Is that a custom bike?" I told him that it 
> might as well be one, because it IS hand made and it DOES fit me like a 
> glove."Love those tires!" (Pasela 1 1/2" - the largest the bike is designed 
> for). I told him that with skin walls and fabric beads, they are still 
> light in weight and comfy on the rough stuff. "You could ride that bike on 
> fire roads!"  Well, yes I can, and do. (I get grief from certain quarters 
> when our routes include even a short stretch of unpaved travel, but I have 
> broad shoulders :) ). This is not the 1st time someone has pulled along 
> side and admired this bike. He liked the Hands-On-Wheels made wheelset too. 
> And then he spun up to ludicrous speed cadence and was gone. Ahh to be 
> young and fit!

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[RBW] Re: Bombadil Tire Clearance

[Leslie]

That pic was what led to me wanting a Bombadil, but, it was later on that I 
got one, ended up w/ the diagastay one instead (but that's another story).

For the clearance aspect:  at the time, there really weren't a lot of 650b 
tires... the Quasi came out while the bike was being prototyped...  
http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/bombadil/

The clearance you're showing on yours, is a bit more than I'm running on my 
Rom...: 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/15567948324/in/album-72157623199721925/
 



The later Bombas ended up w/ a lot more clearance: 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/6836831408/in/album-72157623199721925/
 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/6835730758/in/album-72157623199721925/
(I can run 2.3 NeoMotos under fenders even not that I'd suggest 
such 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/7150235995/in/album-72157623199721925/)
 





On Monday, December 7, 2015 at 11:49:52 AM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote:
>
> I can't speak from direct experience related to the Bombadil, but maybe 
> this helps.  
>
> From what I understand, the bike actually preceded the tires - though not 
> by a long timeframe.   Kirk Pacenti designed the neo moto, and then the 
> quasi moto, directly in *response* to the Bombadil and some persuasive 
> conversations he'd had with Grant.  So if you have a REALLY early model, I 
> could understand how the clearance be minimal.  Since it was originally 
> conceived as a bike "in the spirit of a 1985 mountain bike," and since 
> mountain bike tires were only 1.75" wide back then, it probably made sense. 
>   I know that later frames have increased in terms of their available 
> clearance.  There are other images circulating of what is described as a 
> test model, fitted with neo motos (which you've probably seen), and it does 
> seem to have more clearance than yours - though its  hard to tell for sure. 
>   Perhaps this was a first revision - before they did the batch of 
> clearcoat frames?
>
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/gzahnd/2417452065/in/photostream/
>
> The other theory I had doesn't seem to apply to your frame:  Just like 
> your bike, the seat-stay bridge is also the point of least clearance on my 
> All-Rounder.  But on mine, the builder used one that was drilled for 
> caliper brake mounting, even though the bike uses canti brakes.  In my 
> case, I've assumed that it was (consciously or unconsciously) located where 
> needed to provide the option of switching the brake-types, based on 
> longest-reach brakes available at the time. But, unless I'm seeing it 
> wrong, yours doesn't look like it is meant for that.
>
> Even though it's tight, I personally would have no issues using it with 
> the clearance you're showing.   I'd just avoid gumbo mud, which I try to do 
> anyway.   If you're interested, I can post a picture of the modification I 
> recently made to my fender, to allow it to clear the stay and still let me 
> run an oversize tire. 
>
> On Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 9:00:54 PM UTC-7, Chad wrote:
>>
>> I'm not sure if I have a odd duck here or not, but tire clearance on my 
>> early double top tube 650b Bombadil is really tight.  With a 650b x 2.0 
>> Quasi-Moto (actual width Is about 53mm on a Velocity Synergy rim), there is 
>> maybe 3-4mm clearance at the seat stay bridge.  Enough for the tire to roll 
>> through but not much room for mud or rocks.  I was thinking the Bombadil 
>> was designed to fit the quasi-Motos as there are pictures of early 
>> prototypes running around with this tire.  I've also run the Schwalbe HS 
>> 315 "Fatties" (true width 47mm) and Bruce Gordon Rock n Roads (44mm), but 
>> it would be nice to fit at least a modern 27.5 x 2.1 MTB tire in there. 
>>  Just wondering if anyone else here has experienced this challenge? 
>> https://flic.kr/p/Bsyew9
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Kingsport library canti-Romulus sighting

[Leslie]

Hi Jon!

Will meet up soon...   :)   

Best,

-L

On Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at 12:07:32 PM UTC-5, jtallman wrote:
>
> Hello Leslie - the Romulus you saw had to be mine. I work at the library 
> and did not come down to get it until quitting time, so you might have had 
> a long wait.
>
> I added some fenders to it over the weekend and the tires you saw, which 
> were SwiftTire Sand Canyon 27'' tires, will not clear the rear fender. Now 
> it has Jack Brown Greens.
>
> Hope to see your Romulus sometime as well,
>
> Jon Tallman
>
>
> On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 10:47:48 AM UTC-5, Leslie wrote:
>>
>> So, unlike the SF Bay area, there aren't as many Rivendells around 
>> here.   Thanks to MSL in Bristol, there's several, tho'...  I usually see 
>> them on the Creeper, or at Steele Creek;   in Kingsport itself, other than 
>> my own, I've only seen one other Rivendell, was a Quickbeam out on our 
>> Greenbelt. 
>>
>> Until, Thursday, long crazy day that's a whole other story, but I found 
>> myself in downtown Kingsport that afternoon, canvasing the area by bike for 
>> hours.   While riding around the downtown area, on my canti-Rom, what did I 
>> find parked outside of the library, but, another canti-Rom.   My older 
>> daughter just happened to meet me in the downtown area at the library when 
>> I was arriving, and although she's not a 'bike person', even she noticed, 
>> "wow, that bike is *exactly* like your bike, eerily so!".   Of course, 
>> being a canti-Rom, it was the same light blue, but this one had a Selle 
>> Anatomica whereas mine are all Brooks, my tires were a lot larger (I'm 
>> pushing it, running MSO's, whereas this one has sensible 32's on it)... It 
>> was undecaled, the Romulus downtube decal had been removed, but, if you 
>> knew what you were looking at, it was unmistakable that it was the same 
>> frame as mine.
>>
>> I didn't think it good form to go into the library hollerin' out, who's 
>> on the Ram, and I still had a lot of ground to cover, couldn't just wait 
>> and see who came out.
>>  
>> Anywho, just wondering if there's someone else in Kingsport here on the 
>> list, that I'd not known about  just reaching out to say hello 
>>
>>
>>
>> -L
>>
>>

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[RBW] Kingsport library canti-Romulus sighting

[Leslie]

So, unlike the SF Bay area, there aren't as many Rivendells around here.   
Thanks to MSL in Bristol, there's several, tho'...  I usually see them on 
the Creeper, or at Steele Creek;   in Kingsport itself, other than my own, 
I've only seen one other Rivendell, was a Quickbeam out on our Greenbelt. 

Until, Thursday, long crazy day that's a whole other story, but I found 
myself in downtown Kingsport that afternoon, canvasing the area by bike for 
hours.   While riding around the downtown area, on my canti-Rom, what did I 
find parked outside of the library, but, another canti-Rom.   My older 
daughter just happened to meet me in the downtown area at the library when 
I was arriving, and although she's not a 'bike person', even she noticed, 
"wow, that bike is *exactly* like your bike, eerily so!".   Of course, 
being a canti-Rom, it was the same light blue, but this one had a Selle 
Anatomica whereas mine are all Brooks, my tires were a lot larger (I'm 
pushing it, running MSO's, whereas this one has sensible 32's on it)... It 
was undecaled, the Romulus downtube decal had been removed, but, if you 
knew what you were looking at, it was unmistakable that it was the same 
frame as mine.

I didn't think it good form to go into the library hollerin' out, who's on 
the Ram, and I still had a lot of ground to cover, couldn't just wait and 
see who came out.
 
Anywho, just wondering if there's someone else in Kingsport here on the 
list, that I'd not known about  just reaching out to say hello 
   


-L

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[RBW] Re: Front Racks with Top of Fork Attachment

[Leslie]

I took a Tubus Cosmo (which is normally a rear rack), and mounted it onto 
the front of my Bombadil:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/7460286064/in/album-72157623199721925/
 


I then put a Platrack on top of it:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/18357092721/in/album-72157623199721925/

At that point, I normally ziptie a Wald basket onto the top of the 
Platrack; the Platrack makes a great foundation for the basket. 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/22755349636/in/album-72157623199721925/





On Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at 1:59:05 PM UTC-5, Edwin W wrote:
>
> With several Riv models now including attachment points at the top of the 
> fork crown (including the new Clem/Clementine and Appaloosa), I would like 
> to see some picture of how people use them and with which racks.
>
> Interested,
>
> Edwin
>

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[RBW] Re: wtb cheviot 55 oj

[Leslie]

https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups=#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/ayItN3WvLbs
 


On Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 8:47:09 AM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote:
>
> Looking to see if anyone has a cheviot 55cm they wanted to part with. Will 
> probably call Riv in a couple of days if nothing turns up.
>

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[RBW] Re: Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

[Leslie]

I think Patrick and Jeremy have you covered, but, just trying to cover the 
bases.

The 'squirreliest' thinng I've felt, is a crank-arm coming loose; I doubt 
it, but, if the headset doesn't solve it, check the pedals, the crank 
arms and the saddle, too, if it shifted around a bit, it could feel, 
unusual   

Not that I think these are the problem, I'm still onboard w/ Jeremy's list, 
but, if all of them check out, those are what I'd check next...  

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis or Hunqapillar

[Leslie]

A 56cm Atlantis instead?  It's be 26" wheels, but might fit you better than 
the 58cm.

If you want the 29x2.2, I'd lean towards the Hunq.  

I'd consider a 56cm Atlantis w/ Motolites and 650b wheels.   Or a Bombadil.

Or the Appaloosa.   

Just get one, it'll be fine.  

   


On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 12:44:09 AM UTC-4, Çackalak wrote:
>
> Maybe this is a question that gets asked a lot here, so apologies if that 
> is the case.
>
> I am looking for a new frame to build up and these two are the finalists.  
> On paper, they look very similar.  I have an 84cm PBH and would be sized 
> 54cm and 58 cm for Hunqapillar and Atlantis, respectively.  
>
> Just wondering if there is an advantage with either one, given my set up 
> below:
>
> * 29x2.2 tires.  Probably Maxxis Ikon or Schwalbe Racing Ralphs.
> * Dirt drop bars.  On One Midge or ?
> * Ridden mostly on dirt roads, with some singletrack mixed in.  Paved 
> roads only to get to dirt.
> * Bikepacking is a must.  I think both offer everything I need for a 
> proper cargo set up.
>
> Hunq is cool, but the aesthetics of the Atlantis draws me.  I like more of 
> a level TT, and the lack of SO height doesn't bother me.
>
> I think I am leaning Atlantis.  It costs a little more, but only $300, so 
> not bad.  Any advice either way?
>

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[RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

[Leslie]

FWIW, I love the Clement MSO's in 700x40.   Not as wide as you're wanting, 
but, they're great on my Rom (as long as I don't overinflate my rear).



On Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 8:38:49 PM UTC-4, Daniel Jackson wrote:
>
> I will ride 85% dirt roads, 15% paved with my Hunq in northern VT. No 
> singletrack with this machine. 
>
> The dirt roads up here I think are different than those that have 
> captivated the gravel grinding craze of late - here they are either hard 
> packed dirt, recently graded looser fine grained dirt with golf ball size 
> rocks, or straight up mud/ice mixture come winter. There really isn't any 
> of that finer grained gravel that people wax on about and for which 
> something like the Rat Trap was designed. 
>
> In winter, I run Schwalbe's Ice Spiker Pros, a tire I am firmly committed 
> to. 
>
> The rest of year, what tires should I run? Right now debating between 
> Thunder Burts (2.25) and Super Motos (2.35). 
>
> Thanks for the advice!
> D.   
>

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[RBW] Re: On Paleo Topic: Moccasin patterns, instructions, and making tips?

[Leslie]

I wanted a pair of Carl Dyer's rendezvous moccs, but could never bring 
myself to cough up that much dough for, moccasins...You might 
appreciate the photos, info, off of their site, at least:  
http://carldyers.com/ 



On Friday, September 25, 2015 at 7:52:46 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> My loved and ancient pair of indoor moccasins are finally coming apart 
> after years of use, and rather than buy Minnetonkas, I'd like to try making 
> my own. Can anyone point me to online patterns and tips, such as how much 
> and what sort of leather to buy?
>
> Mine may be Minnetonkas, but I got them new in Goodwill some 7-10 years 
> ago.
>
> -- 
> Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews.
> By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching.
> Other professional writing services.
> http://www.resumespecialties.com/
> www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/
> Patrick Moore
> Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique,  Vereinigte Staaten
>
> *
> *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a 
> circumference on the rim of which all conditions, distinctions, and 
> individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu
>
> *Stat crux dum volvitur orbis.* Carthusian motto
>  
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[RBW] Re: Riv Picnic.

[Leslie]

I'm happy where I live, but, at times like this, I wish it was easier to 
have snuck away to Cali for a day


-L




On Sunday, September 20, 2015 at 10:35:35 PM UTC-4, Manuel Acosta wrote:
>
> Good day for bikes, eating and meeting folks also lug tossing/fishing.
>
> Bad day for kites.
>
> Pictures proved that lug fishing is the only type of fishing needed.
> https://www.flickr.com/gp/mannyacosta/2AsPT8
>
> Mashley
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

[Leslie]

On Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 2:14:37 PM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote:
>
>
> “… walking without shoes has many hidden dangers: stepping on sharp metal 
> or glass; picking up a stray virus like plantar fasciitis, a parasite like 
> hookworm, or a bacteria like pseudomonas; not to mention risking breaking 
> or severing a toe."
>


Sorry I'm late jumping in on this conversation (and I may have missed this 
being addressed), but, a point of clarification

The above sentence, to me, reads that plantar fasciitis is caused by a 
virus, which, is not the case  plantar fasciitis being a condition 
where there's inflammation of the plantar fascia, through overuse, being 
overweight, improper footwear, etc... 
(BTDT).

-L

(A Tennesseean, who is barefoot occasionally, but more often, if not in 
hiking boots, is wearing Chacos);)

 

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[RBW] Re: Small Items to add to a RBW Order.

[Leslie]

Lip Ivo.

I used to be a Carmex guy, and if I don't have Lip Ivo around, that's what 
I'd go back to, but, I now have converted to Lip Ivo.  

As a matter of fact, I've even converted my teenage daughter;  she was big 
into the fancy Eos balms and the like, but she bummed one of my Lip Ivos, 
and is now a convert, too.   

I have a couple of the quick-coin change holders, a couple of bandanas 
(lots of people remark on my two-sided bandana w/ different colors), 
several Irish straps, a bar or two of soap, but, Lip Ivo has become my 
'stock up' for rounding-purposes item




On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 10:54:50 AM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote:

 I'm putting together a Riv order to take advantage of a birthday coupon 
 and thought I'd treat myself to some extras this year.
 What are your favorite small items (under $20) that Riv carries?
 Bike or non-bike related items welcomed.
 Thanks,
 David
 Chicago


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[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar owner opinions and sizing recommendations

[Leslie]

Your inseam is 34, but what's your PBH?

I'm 6' even, with a 32 inseam, but my PBH is 34.5 = 87.6cm...   I ride a 
60cm Rambouillet, but a 56 Bombadil... if I was getting a Hunqapillar, I'd 
go for a 54 (I could pull off a 58, too, but would be on the bottom end of 
its size range for me).   

My suggestion is:  get a good PBH measurement   
(http://www.rivbike.com/kb_results.asp?ID=39 ), then call RBW

Enjoy!

-L   


On Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 11:20:22 PM UTC-4, Jason Braaten wrote:

 Hi All, 

 I'm considering purchasing a Hunqapillar in the near future, as I want to 
 combine my love for roads and dirt onto the same vessel.  I'm 6'2 with a 
 34 inseam and typically ride a 60cm st ctc on my vintage road bikes and XL 
 mountain bike.   I haven't measured my pbh, however was hoping to get 
 opinions from Hunqapillar owners who are ridding 58cm and 62cm's.  Curious 
 what the 6' - 6'3 crowd is riding and how you like it. On the road bikes, 
 62cm is usually a little too large for my liking.  Any opinions are greatly 
 appreciated. 

 Thanks in advance 

 J Braaten 
 Brick, NJ 08724

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[RBW] Re: FS: Poor Man's Riv ... New 58 cm Fuji Connoisseur -- Reynolds Steel, Lugged Fork, Down-Tube Shifters, etc... $495

[Leslie]

Ya know, I looked long and hard at that bike, before I ended up getting my 
Rambouillet instead.I know I didn't go wrong getting the Ram, but, I 
think that that particular model of Fuji would've been a good bike.

Good luck on your sale...


-L



On Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 11:26:20 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:

 Bumping my own post to the top for a price reduction. Now $450 + shipping.

 Cheers!

 -Jack K.

 On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 1:26:26 AM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:

 Hey Riv folks,

 I have a new (as in zero miles) 58 cm Fuji Connoisseur that I'd like to 
 sell, at what I think is the extremely attractive price of $495. This is a 
 retro inspired modern bike with Reynolds steel frame, downtube shifters, 
 long reach brakes and other Riv-ish goodies. These sold for just shy of 
 $1,000 in the Performance catalog, then were reduced to $700 when I saw 
 them being closed out. I noticed the bare frames on closeout at Nashbar for 
 $400, but they are long gone now. I purchased this one at the Performance 
 store in Chapel Hill, NC, home of Performance. It had been used in a photo 
 shoot, then kicked around the warehouse for a couple of years until I 
 bought it late last fall. I purchased it for a friend, being far too big 
 for me, but his wife banned the new bike acquisition, so I'd like to get it 
 out of my garage. Absolutely new, never ridden, with the only known issues 
 a couple of minor scuffs in the paint and on the saddle corners from 
 kicking around the Performance warehouse.

 Major features:

- Reynolds 725 Cro-Moly butted steel tubing 
- 1 Cro-Moly steel fork with lugged crown
- Beautiful blue paint, with mostly *silver* components -- extremely 
unusual and nice for a modern bike!
- Brakes Long reach (47-57'ish mm) Dia-Compe BRS-101 
- Brake Levers Tektro polished alloy
- Down-tube shifters Sun-Race SLR63 (8 speed index or friction)
- Silver Tange traditional headset
- Crankset Fuji Alloy Forged 42/52T Chainrings 
- Bottom Bracket Sealed Cartridge Square Taper
- Pedals Fuji Alloy Platform 
- Front Derailleur MicroShift FD-R52
- Rear Derailleur MicroShift RD-R44S
- Cassette Sunrace, 12-25t, 8-speed
- Chain KMC HG-73
- Rims Alex RDP15, Double Wall, 32-hole 
- Hubs Formula Alloy, Sealed Bearing 32-hole with quick release, 
8-speed freehub
- Tires Continental Ultra Sport, 700 X 23c
- Handlebar classic bend Fuji Alloy
- Stem Fuji Alloy 1 Threaded
- Saddle Fuji Classic Comfort with Rivet (San Marco Regal knockoff)
- Seat Post Fuji Micro-Adjust Alloy, 27.2, 300mm

 As I said, new, but with a few minor scuffs on paint and saddle corners. 
 Great commute bike with braze-ons for a rack and plenty of room for chunky 
 tires. Priced at $495 + shipping, or can be picked up in the Raleigh, NC 
 area. I prefer to have the bike packed and shipped by an LBS, to minimize 
 hassle and risk. I called a local shop who quoted $35 for packing, 
 including all materials. 


 Someone please buy this, honestly it's a surprisingly nice bike for less 
 than $500!


 Cheers,


 -Jack



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[RBW] no more Synergies?

[Leslie]

Was just poking around the Velocity website (doing a rim comparison), and 
noticed that I'm not seeing the Synergy listed...

Have they discontinued it?  Has anyone heard?


(I haven't had problems with my Synergies, but like my A23 and Dyads 
better, and will probably stick w/ those two rims in the future anyway, 
but, thought it interesting that the Synergy wasn't showing up)


-L

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[RBW] Re: Anyone try the new Maxxis Torch 29 x 2.10 tires?

[Leslie]

Interesting tire

Have to admit, the tire I'm putting the most mileage on these days (my 
usual riding is on a multiuse path that, while it has a lot of pavement, 
also has some graveled path sections), is this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Clement-Cycling-XPLOR-Clincher-Tire/dp/B008OHDXA0
Also a 40.   Just barely squeaks into my canti-Rom's frame (if I 
overinflate, it'll rub).





On Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 2:59:25 PM UTC-4, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tlhibyOz2cs/VcpF-Cpl_yI/AN8/3x30oIzxhIA/s1600/tyre-image-Torch_l%2B%25281%2529.png
 I'm intrigued by these new tires from Maxxis.  29 x 2.10 120tpi street 
 tires that come in 1/2 pound lighter than the equivalent Big Apples in a 
 similar size.  I've finally nailed down a great fit and ride in a bike but 
 the substantial toe overlap is bugging me and I want to move up to a 1 1/8 
 headset due to me overflexing a 1 threaded stem.  I'm pretty much decided 
 on an older canti-compatible Karate Monkey and these tires are at the top 
 of my list right now.  I'm running 40's and the roads I ride are so rough 
 that they just aren't enough so I want a light 700c tire.  


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tlhibyOz2cs/VcpF-Cpl_yI/AN8/3x30oIzxhIA/s1600/tyre-image-Torch_l%2B%25281%2529.png



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[RBW] Congrats Manny!!!

[Leslie]

Wishing you all the best!!!



-L


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[RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

[Leslie]

My bikes:
60 Rambouillet, BRG green, triple, Noodle/barcon, converted to 650b, set up 
as a rando w/ an Edulux and an Acorn boxy on a Marks rack up front, and an 
Acorn medium/large in back. Lots of DuraAce bits on it.
59 canti-Romulus, usual pale blue, double, Noodle/downtube, running 700x40c 
Clement MSO's on it.  My 'naked' bike; gets the most mileage anymore, as 
it's ideal for mixed-surface paths that I frequent.
56 diaga-Bombadil, in Ram orange, triple, Moustache/barcon, 650b on 
force-field Fatty Rumpkins, Tubus Cosmo racks front and rear, Acorn large 
bag in back, Wald basket up front on a Platrack; have run NeoMotos on it 
before, and will again (if not something larger).  
(All three are running 9sp XT cassettes and 760-SGS derailleurs.)


Also have a early '90's Nishiki MTB, was my college bike.  

Wife has a Globe Carmel (subset of Specialized).
Younger daughter has a Trek 4300 women's MTB.
Older daughter has an older Specialized Rockhopper.
Son has a Motobecane Fantom CX cyclocross bike. 

I held onto a kids KHS, for the granddaughter once she's old enough.  
(I also bought a Burley Piccolo trail-a-bike for her from Peter M., but he 
never shipped it and has disappeared. (I've even tried tweeting to his wife 
to have him call or email me, but hasn't gotten a response yet.I'm 
still trying to be patient, but, I'm about to give up.)  

Would like a fatbike, but hasn't happened yet.   


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[RBW] Stem length considerations

[Leslie]

Just came across this in my morning reading...

Bike sizing should be, get the right size frame, then find the right length 
of stem to dial in the cockpit length;  but I usually hadn't thought of the 
effect of weight distribution over the front tire

http://cyclingtips.com.au/2015/03/how-does-stem-length-affect-a-bikes-steering-and-handling/

Makes sense, just not a step in thinking about it that I'd considered...   


Not that it's going to change anything I've done, but, it's something that 
I might have in the back of my head...



-L

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[RBW] Re: Necro-stock! A shop with a new Rambouillet frame in stock?

[Leslie]

On Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at 10:54:17 PM UTC-4, T.O.M. wrote:


 The Alex website says the manufacturer is Rivendell. But surely these are 
 Toyo-made Rabous, right? I could be wrong, but my guess is that these bikes 
 went from Toyo to Alex without stopping in Walnut Creek. 


 Pulled it out of the box but haven't even unwrapped it yet. It's 
 different box than my previous NOS 54 Ram came in.  This box has large 
 Rambouillet across the side panels, and Rivendell Rambouillet, 
 Oakland, Made in Japan on the end panels.  I will be registering the s/n 
 with Riv HQ, and will be sure to ask about the Alex connection. Not worried 
 though, I know what a Ram looks like, this is the real deal.  Aren't Alex's 
 Cycles and Toyo both in Osaka, Japan?  If you read the Alex story, 
 originally they had a store front, so, maybe it's how they got there?.

 that was me. i sold it complete to jordan francisco here in Bellingham 
 and also my AHH. Now i have a blue 54 Rambouillet and it is perfect for me

 Not sure about the quote above, but if it's in reference to my original 54 
 Rambouillet, mine went to the east coast ~ Oct/Nov 2014...

 Manny



I bought my Ram via MSL as a frameset, came home in the box:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/4320448965/in/album-72157623199721925/
 



 

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