[RBW] Re: question re frame-paint damage

Just rub it a bit with some 00 steel wool and dab it with what you said, or some primer or what have you. It will be fine, don't sweat it. I usually wrap a slice of old inner tube where the clamp goes. And make sure no edge is biting down, that the pressure is evenly distributed. On Sunday,

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

Rivendell used to do presales, not so much with bicycles any more. I would imagine there may have been some issues for the company to do presales--maybe too many people backing out? Who knows, but a lot of small batch companies are doing it this way, from bag makers to niche manufacturers

[RBW] Re: FS: Susie/Wolbis, medium, blue

> On Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 7:51:43 AM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: > >> Sorry, I didn't realize it was just a tool for screening potential buyers >> so your bike can find a good home among the righteous. My bad! Good luck >> with the sale, Sal! >> >> On Tuesday,

[RBW] Re: FS: Susie/Wolbis, medium, blue

litical because the world already > suits you just fine, but I don't see how that's relevant to the sale of > this bicycle. > > On Monday, February 15, 2021 at 8:31:44 PM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: > >> Disappointed to see what strikes me as inserting a political statement, >

[RBW] Re: FS: Susie/Wolbis, medium, blue

Disappointed to see what strikes me as inserting a political statement, under whatever guise. And now further banter and a link for where to buy? That seems not a great idea for this forum. Just for starters, do you think people in law enforcement ride Rivendells or read this forum? If so,

Re: [RBW] Re: Here is a frame I purchased from Brodie Bicycles and the color was stated as "sea foam green". The color would be light blue to the eye but it would take on a greenish tint in the bright

It's somewhere in here: [image: sea foam green.JPG] On Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 5:47:25 AM UTC-5 Addison wrote: > I always think of sea foam green as coming from the guitar world. Is it > green or blue? :) > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

Anthony > St Louis > > On Fri, Feb 12, 2021, 10:25 PM Mark Roland wrote: > >> It can be hard to judge from a non-product photo on the internet, but it >> does have a green cast to my eye. Almost looks like my circa 1969 Rollfast >> stingray, which I've always

[RBW] Re: My Rambouillet Build

I will add my kudos--beautiful bicycle, great job with the build. Any other bike would have been upstaged by that lovely antique workbench. I've bought and sold a few in my day. There is something about how they show the history of use through every cut, gouge & stain. May your Rambouillet

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

o see it! >> >> On Friday, February 12, 2021 at 9:27:25 PM UTC-8 Roberta wrote: >> >>> Both colors are nice, but that green is special! Mark, that green would >>> look right at home with your other colorful bikes. >>> Roberta (getting the mermaid blue but

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

It can be hard to judge from a non-product photo on the internet, but it does have a green cast to my eye. Almost looks like my circa 1969 Rollfast stingray, which I've always thought of as sea foam green

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

Legnano green. Yeah, amazing is right. I. Do. Not. Need. This. Bike. But maybe I should get it for when my son gets older... On Friday, February 12, 2021 at 10:57:58 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > WOW. That looks amazing!!! 㮝 > > > > On Friday, February 12, 2021 at 7:30:20 PM UTC-8 Bicycle

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell vs Crust! Which is Better?

Jason wrote: *Finally watched the video. Nothing too surprising in there but quite pragmatic. I think those who were immediately turned off by the "click bait" title are (understandably) reactionary towards this and missed the actual intention of the title: it's simply a quote of the question

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell vs Crust! Which is Better?

Jason wrote: Finally watched the video. Nothing too surprising in there but quite pragmatic. I think those who were immediately turned off by the "click bait" title are (understandably) reactionary towards this and missed the actual intention of the title: it's simply a quote of the question

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell vs Crust! Which is Better?

akes the Rivendell vs Crust >> comparison so unique. >> >> As far as guitarists: James Iha, Dave Navarro, John Frusciante. Yes, I am >> Gen X. >> >> (Disclaimer: I will tip my hat to Velo Orange, especially when Chris at >> the helm, feels like a company that

[RBW] Re: New look for rivbike.com and new News blog

Looking good. Regarding the sub categories, which indeed can be helpful, if you open the "3-bar" menu, you get the drop down major categories--Parts, Gear, Garage Sale, etc. By clicking the "+" sign next to a main category, you get subcategories--eg, under Parts, you get Bottom Brackets,

[RBW] Re: Rivendell vs Crust! Which is Better?

ing about it. But I think knowing his tendencies and >> background, I'd say he means to do it. >> >> If it turns you off, that's totally fair and I'm not saying it shouldn't. >> He reminds me of John Green's YouTube videos...same kind of editing, no >> dead space,

[RBW] Re: Rivendell vs Crust! Which is Better?

Laing wrote:* I get a big kick out of all the people with commentary on a video that they did not watch. * The PLP post is titled Rivendell vs. Crust. Which is Better? There are no models in the title, and that is what brings it to the realm of clickbait. The OP also states right up front

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Clem Smith Jr. L 59cm Mustard

At that price, shipped overseas (again) you could start to consider a Susie. Truly beautiful bikes in person, and can do everything a Clem can, plus a bit more tire room. Considering how long you will have the bike, worth it no question. Also splits the difference top tube-wise between a Clem

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul Racers on a Cheviot?

Laing wrote: *There can be some very good reasons for using a centerpull on the front and a sidepull on the rear: 1., 2., 3, * 4. They are expensive as heck, so running one saves you lots of money. On Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 4:17:24 PM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > There can be

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

CA > On Friday, 29 January 2021 at 15:55:40 UTC-8 duh...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Here ya go Paul >> >> Still needs some tweaks and waiting on my saddle so I'm breaking in the >> Brooks for my fiancee >> >> Jared in Santa Cruz >> >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

iting on my saddle so I'm breaking in the >> Brooks for my fiancee >> >> Jared in Santa Cruz >> >> [image: IMG_2971.JPG] >> [image: IMG_2970.JPG] >> [image: IMG_2972.JPG] >> >> >> On Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 7:29:36 PM UTC-8 M

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

eers, > Johnny > > On Thu, 4 Feb 2021 at 13:49, Mark Roland wrote: > >> Johnny wrote: >> *do the long stays give more traction and stability and a more laid back >> position so it's not necessary to hang off the back of the saddle so much? * >> >> Shor

Re: [RBW] Re: Crash Inspection Advice

s >> possible to invoke the ire of someone who resents them. From what I've >> read, people who bike in densely populated urban areas often get yelled at, >> cursed at, have objects thrown at them regardless of what their wearing >> simply because certain motorists (and even

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

less >>>> weight >>>> on the front wheel, especially with a long front-center. >>>> >>>> I didn't mean to go so far as to say that the Susie (sorry for the >>>> misspelling earlier) was designed to make you get off and walk, but with

[RBW] Re: Frame schedule 2021

Now back to V-brake canti? On Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 11:55:39 PM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: > Chris: Re: Lovely Bicycle, occasional, but not a regular. She was a very > good writer and photographer, and had some interesting takes on the world > of bicycles. Now she's i

[RBW] Re: Frame schedule 2021

Not sure how you turn "May I suggest" into demanding someone do anything. Not sure what the amount of traffic has to do with it. In any case, he is a regular member. Why not teach him to fish instead of expecting others to rehash for him?. All the info currently out there is available by typing

Re: [RBW] Re: Crash Inspection Advice

While it doesn't hurt to be attentive to what is happening around you (ear buds, anyone?) there is not much most of us would be willing or able to do other than what we end up doing in the case that something were to happen. In other words, unless you go to extremes--take a kung fu class, apply

[RBW] Re: Anyone have toe overlap issues?

I meant to add, toe overlap does not bother me. It might with a fixed gear in urban riding, but not so much elsewhere. I know lots of folks get unsettled by it, though. On Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 11:18:40 AM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: > Did you mean to say 2cm more toe overlap than y

[RBW] Re: Fender for Gus Boots Willsen

Oops, I just noticed the ebay links to Rhyno Lites, not Rhyno Lite XL, which is slightly wider. Apologies! I still think they would be fine. You can probably hunt down the specs at the manufacturer's site or on a good vendor site. On Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at 9:36:59 PM UTC-5 Mark Roland

[RBW] Re: Crash Inspection Advice

Benz wrote: *Those rascals (or their parents) basically owe you a bike in the exact same state as before the incident, without any hidden damage, scratches, chips or dent. * Rascals is too cute/soft of a descriptor for this bunch. I honestly can't imagine how they even did this, but at least

[RBW] Re: Frame schedule 2021

Somebody without a name but with a dog face wrote: *What is the Charlie model?* May I suggest you try putting the word Charlie in ye olde search box at the top of the page. Good stuff. (Has that old meme actually come true after all these years? Alas, no. I did a search box search and it's

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr. L for Sale

Nice build on one of the (rightly) most sought after models in all of Rivendell. This bike with lights and fenders and comfy seat can do double duty as bike that can take you just about anywhere and as your second car (but way less expensive and waaay more fun.) I don't think the Clem Ls are

[RBW] Re: For those who like double top tubes AND mixtes...

Looks a lot like an old tradesman's work bicycle, more commonly seen with the small front wheel (and level racks--something seems amiss there.) Some would have had advertising signage attached to those tubes. I'm guessing that's a good fifty pounds of bicycle right there. Not including the

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

I guess I am either blessed or cursed with less sensitivity in these matters. I tend to ride the same roads and trails 80 percent (or more) of the time, and over the years I've ridden them with lots of different bikes with lots of different geometries and setups. I'm not sure exactly what

[RBW] Re: Fender for Gus Boots Willsen

mkeith wrote: > Speaking of orange/black, this showed up on Blue Lug's instagram today! > > https://www.instagram.com/p/CKquVcajH9G/?igshid=r3iwfj240rur > > On Sunday, January 31, 2021 at 7:29:20 PM UTC-7 Mark Roland wrote: > >> Ed--I don't think you overlooked th

[RBW] Re: Fender for Gus Boots Willsen

, January 31, 2021 at 9:47:17 PM UTC-5 iamkeith wrote: > Speaking of orange/black, this showed up on Blue Lug's instagram today! > > https://www.instagram.com/p/CKquVcajH9G/?igshid=r3iwfj240rur > > On Sunday, January 31, 2021 at 7:29:20 PM UTC-7 Mark Roland wrote: > >> Ed--I do

[RBW] Re: Fender for Gus Boots Willsen

er suppliers. > Ed > > On Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 9:37:43 PM UTC+8 Mark Roland wrote: > >> The Dia Compe 980 is a wide profile cantilever, so raising the straddle >> cable should not degrade the brake performance. >> >> Last week Rivendell had Origin8 X-tra

[RBW] Re: $500 commuter bike as a low-budget AHH?

3_09ef384eaf_c.jpg]a > > On Friday, January 29, 2021 at 8:00:45 AM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: > >> Joe wrote: >> *I don't know much about Linus but I've never seen an ugly one. * >> >> This one might not be flat out ugly, but I would classify it as a bicycle >> fa

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

d waiting on my saddle so I'm breaking in the > Brooks for my fiancee > > Jared in Santa Cruz > > [image: IMG_2971.JPG] > [image: IMG_2970.JPG] > [image: IMG_2972.JPG] > > > On Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 7:29:36 PM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: > >> >> >

[RBW] Re: $500 commuter bike as a low-budget AHH?

> Jim in Mpls > [image: Harlequin-Shot-1996.jpg] > On Friday, January 29, 2021 at 7:00:45 AM UTC-6 Mark Roland wrote: > >> Joe wrote: >> *I don't know much about Linus but I've never seen an ugly one. * >> >> This one might not be flat out ugly, but I would classify

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem L Complete (64cm)

It is indeed amazing. And I believe the Clem L is no longer offered in this mega size. You could cut it up and reassemble as two smaller bikes. I'm always a bit envious that the larger Clems retain the swooped seat stays. I think this deserves its own genre. Not a Monster Cross; how about a

[RBW] Re: $500 commuter bike as a low-budget AHH?

Joe wrote: *I don't know much about Linus but I've never seen an ugly one. * This one might not be flat out ugly, but I would classify it as a bicycle fashion faux pas. It's one of those bikes done as a "collab" with a famous (or in this case, maybe not so famous?) designer. Apparently Clare

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

ay, January 28, 2021 at 3:22:52 PM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: > >> I don't quite get it either, why they still have Susies. Especially singe >> they upped the recommended weight another 50lbs, to 210. I've said it >> before, but I think the latest generation of Rivendells, led by

[RBW] Re: Thanks and shout out to LBS

Great looking bike. Enjoy! On Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 6:16:19 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote: > Adam, > > It looks lovely. Happy riding for many thousands of miles!!! I think > Keystone even featured your Hillborne on their IG stories and posts and I > wrote a note (I'm BicycleBertie).

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

r myself. > > Tim B in Chicago > > On Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 5:53:30 PM UTC-6 Mark Roland wrote: > >> [image: IMG_20201101_075437064(1).jpg] >> Oops, accidentally posted and then deleted the post, which was a little >> on the bizarre side anyway and I don't have time

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

tory here. And the wheels wouldn't transfer so that would be a >> pricey swap. I am surprised all the frames haven't been snatched up. My >> birthday is in a month, if they still have frames I may have a nice >> expensive present for myself. >> >> Tim B in Chicago &g

Re: [RBW] Mixte vs Diamond Frame

Melanie wrote: T*hanks for everyone's thoughts on mixtes. So there is no difference in the ride per se, just some perceived advantages (aesthetics, ability to hop on/off without fear of hitting the top tube, ability to wear a sundress, LOL!). * True to an extent. But not all mixtes are

[RBW] Re: WTB: pretty step-through or mixte frameset for 5'4.25" rider

d Rivendell. > > Andrew, I really did like the HR except for the (now understood) fixable > reach problem. > > Roberta > > On Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 9:16:44 PM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: > >> [image: hardrock.jpg] >> >> This is pick up only and you do

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

he BMX stem. What crank is this? > > On Jan 27, 2021, at 14:48, Mark Roland wrote: > >  > > Went for a lunchtime WFH ride to the hardware store today. > > > > > > > On Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 3:22:29 PM UTC-5 Paul Richardson wrote: > >> O

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

. Not that there is anything wrong with that practice, because there isn't. On Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 5:55:04 PM UTC-5 Lucky wrote: > Wow! Bitchin’ bike. > Love the BMX stem. What crank is this? > > On Jan 27, 2021, at 14:48, Mark Roland wrote: > >  > > Went f

[RBW] Re: Fender for Gus Boots Willsen

The Dia Compe 980 is a wide profile cantilever, so raising the straddle cable should not degrade the brake performance. Last week Rivendell had Origin8 X-tra Pro V-brakes for sale. These have 110mm arms, like the Tektro 849a, which are no longer available (you can get them in a couple of

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

oes that hint that a Susie version of a Clem L could be > done? > > I can hope. > > In fun, > Leah > > Sent from my iPad > > On Jan 26, 2021, at 4:13 PM, Mark Roland wrote: > > Second, I recall reading that the impetus to make a lighter bicycle came > from some

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

hat’s not a diamond frame. It’s got that > swoopy top tube that must make it less strong than the diamond frame and > Rivendell says to get it if you are of a certain weight. If weight doesn’t > matter, then why offer the Susie? > > Sent from my iPad > > On Jan 26, 2021,

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

You are missing the other half of the argument. There is a reason virtually every step through out there runs the gamut from beefy to tank like: the design of a step through frame does not lend itself to being created from a lightweight tube set. I don't think many frame builders would be

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

Agree and agree. A number of folks, including me, have mentioned tires as a much bigger factor than weight in these threads. I went so far as to put RH Switchback Hill (the Extra Lite version!) on my Clem L. I assume the frame and fork may be heavier than my Susie, and the overall bike

[RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

I also have a Berceau mixte. Awaiting a complete redo this spring, including paint. Using Philip's rating system, definitely this one would be Hot. On Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 11:00:30 AM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: > You're on the wrong list advocating for French spelling, since RBW d

[RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

/bike-art/types-of-step-through-frames/> >> .” >> >> To my eye, the Clem L design starts out as an “Anglais,” and kicks in a >> little “col de cigne” at the seat tube, for style. >> >> Philip >> Santa Rosa, CA >> >> On Monday, January 25, 20

[RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

This is not correct. A mixte is not a step through. Because, at least without serious contortions for a normal person, you can't step through it. They are two separate designs. A mixte can more easily accomodate certain clothing choices, and with more clearance allow for sliding off the saddle

Re: [RBW] Mb-1 closest modern riv relative

Nice rig, Daniel. I would not consider going to v-brakes a de facto "upgrade" but to each there own. Not only do I like the classic look and feel of cantilever brakes, but you will need to address the lever situation if you keep the drop bars. Then again, I also like triples, especially where

Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted: 52cm Clem H frame or Bombadil

Definitely a medium (650B wheels.) That seems like an excellent price for a latest iteration complete Clem. On Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 10:31:28 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote: > Hi Ryan, here's one: > > 2019 Clem Smith Jr. > Size is listed as "medium" so you'll want to contact the seller

Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted: 52cm Clem H frame or Bombadil

I have a Clem L 52cm and a Susie 56cm and I agree that the Susie would be more than capable of standing in for the Clem. It would also allow for a slightly wider tire. The reason I didn't suggest it was that the Susie is 2x the cost of a Clem. This is what makes the Clem so great, a lifetime

Re: [RBW] Wheel Pull on My Toyo Atlantis?

It can be tricky to get the headset right. This may be partly because of the spacer used on the Clems with a traditional 1" headset to get more stack height from the fork steerer. Based on your description of the bike's behavior, I would suspect a headset that is a bit too tight. On Monday,

[RBW] Re: Found Wheel in Seattle

When Rich first posted, I was going to surmise that the wheel fell off a bike that was on a car rack. But then my internet connection went down and I forgot. Last weekend I drove off with my favorite winter boots on the top of my car. (I was planning to ride in them, but I don't like operating

Re: [RBW] Re: Weight question / I'm obviously confused

If you are going to talk about the flexing of a Rivendell, built from fairly sturdy OS tubing, I think going from a 59cm 700c diamond frame to a 52cm 650b diamond frame will affect flex characteristics more than strapping a pipe to the top tube. Extra weight can definitely induce flex, but

Re: [RBW] Mb-1 closest modern riv relative

Hard to find the MB-1with dual suspension, but there you go. On Sunday, January 10, 2021 at 10:42:30 AM UTC-5 Lucky wrote: > I’m still riding mine! > > On Jan 10, 2021, at 05:58, Philip Barrett wrote: > > Until 2 weeks ago I was still riding mine. Finally let it go via ebay. > > > > > > On

[RBW] Re: Weight question / I'm obviously confused

I doubt the pipe is doing much for your Clem other than perhaps contributing to some beausage on your top tube. The bike certainly doesn't seem like it would be too big for a 6'1"--Grant runs a 59 Clem and he is under six foot. I never changed the Kendas on my OC (Original Clementine) and

[RBW] Re: Come ride a Riv in Charlotte, NC

Red raspberry being the fastest color in the known universe, doubly so when applied to a Platypus, the answer is, of course. On Friday, January 8, 2021 at 8:41:37 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I would LOVE to go for a Pamela Murray ride. The question is: Could I keep > up with

[RBW] Re: Rod Tube added to my Clem

Sounds like an interesting hack. Photos of your setup would be cool. As would some kind of name and locale attached to your post. At least on the (new) web interface, you only show up as an email address. On Sunday, January 3, 2021 at 9:59:03 PM UTC-5 97r...@gmail.com wrote: > Since moving to

[RBW] Re: Joe A - Flats to Drops and Vs to Cantis

Colin in Sacramento wrote: ..."overall it was a fun 2 week project and kept me from buying a new bike :)" So sorry! What a terrible, awful project that would keep you from buying a new bike. Good that you can trick yourself into putting on a happy face! You can take some consolation in the

[RBW] Re: Winter Ride

Wow. Awesome in the true sense of that word. And a hot bath stop. It really couldn't get more civilized than that. Great ride to ring out the old and bring in the new! On Thursday, December 31, 2020 at 3:53:48 AM UTC-5 Takashi wrote: > > I decided to not visit my parents this winter to avoid

Re: [RBW] Chainstay dimples and kickstand kisses

Does installing the kickstand with the upper part of the "sandwich" confer some benefit--maybe spreading the stress load a bit more? I thought having a brazed on kickstand plate like Rivs (and this Surly) have eliminated the need for that top clamp. I agree the bike should be fine with those

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

Definitely cool, but even with basketballs included, a little pricey for what you get, and I suspect the Bike Tinkerer would prefer to do the tinkering. I have a Crust fork, but have gone from no donor bike to trying to decide which donor bike. Hopefully an early 2021 project. And yeah, I

Re: [RBW] Re: ROADUNO - a new singlespeed!

I was puzzled by the 38mm R too. Mine are 700 x 43 and I thought that was the only size in 700C? On Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 11:05:04 PM UTC-5 Corwin wrote: > Hi - > > I admit I have an older [coleman green] Quickbeam. My 38mm Schwalbe Dureme > Supremes fit with room to spare. My Rene

[RBW] Re: 7 Speed to 9 Speed Conversion Question

Brian--a 10-speed cassette with one cog removed will turn your 7sp into an indexing 9sp. On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 9:57:40 AM UTC-5 Brian Campbell wrote: > Hi. > > I am helping a friend with a Kestrel 200 sc that is currently set up with > 7-speed down tube shifters. It is a 7 speed

[RBW] WTT: My Large WoolyWarm regular sweater (2019) for your L Henley

Yikes. I dithered a bit and missed the Henleys. I have a regular from the first batch earlier this year(?), and I really don't need two, plus I bought the vest. But I am a Henley guy, so if there are any Larges out there that bought a Henley but secretly longed for the model that started it

[RBW] Re: Stolen: Silver Clem L 59 SS (NYC)

Sorry about this. Unfortunately, loaded up with all those special goodies, if it gets into the hands of someone who knows bikes, it might get chopped, especially if they know it was stolen. Hopefully your homeowners insurance can compensate you since it was on your property? On Friday,

[RBW] Re: Stolen: Silver Clem L 59 SS (NYC)

Sorry about this. Unfortunately, if it gets into the hands of someone who knows bikes, it might get chopped, especially if they know it was stolen. Hopefully your homeowners insurance can compensate you since it was on your property? On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 3:43:05 PM UTC-5 Kainalu

[RBW] Re: 3,000 miles in 2020

On Mo *nday, December 7, 2020 at 1:13:25 PM UTC-5 RDS wrote:* *C I recently purchased a Gus and it noticeably does not coast as far as other bikes that I've had. * The Gus is a Hillibike and Hillibikes coast between 1.4% and 3.3% less. This is with a rider wearing no clothes and regular

Re: [RBW] Re: The “Is It Normal Or Is It Broken” New Bike Game!

Yes. The impracticality starts to come back though, when, after the second bike, you convince yourself you need a third, then a fourth, fifth, six, etc. Now no matter how simple the setup, you are in for some maintenance... I was under the (mistaken) impression that the Platypus would be a

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

On Monday, November 30, 2020 at 10:18:38 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding >> Ding! wrote: >> >>> I picked up my bike (again) from the shop with newly “Riv-versed” >>> (perfect term coined by Mark Roland) levers and shifters. We need one more >>> adjustment to the left

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

The shop didn't do that; Leah forgot to tell them she wanted the shifters Riv-ersed. On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 8:58:35 PM UTC-5 dougP wrote: Too bad about the shifters but I can see a shop doing that. Probably the first time anyone has ever requested that. > > dougP > > > > >> >> --

Re: [RBW] A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

ernard wrote: > >> A custom would certainly do the trick. Mine was built to a spec similar >> to if you put the toptube lower on an Appaloosa, and it uses a 27.2 post. >> Solved! >> >> On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 3:07:17 PM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

act> > > *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”* > > Portfolio and Blog <http://addisonwilhite.com> > > > On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 7:11 AM Mark Roland wrote: > >> Oh Yeah. Definitely Sweata Weatha. <https://youtu.be/_2PuhzO_whY> >> >&g

[RBW] Re: Wooly Warm Cardigan, Official Fan Boi Status

Oh Yeah. Definitely Sweata Weatha. On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 9:35:54 AM UTC-5 Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > In case you missed the email update, Riv has a new Wooly Warm sweater > available on their site. So far all sizes look to be

[RBW] Re: Leah’s Rivendell Raspberry Platypus

No pusillanimous platitudes for this Platypus. Perfectly patently pulchritudinous! On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 11:14:32 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > [image: 6B8356C6-6B0A-4D84-8E77-DC9653BE0FB5.jpeg]What a day. The shop > called with an assortment of issues they are having

[RBW] Re: The Building of a Platypus: A Diary

Raspberry and cream, yes. Delicious. Since she has mentioned it here before, I don't think she will mind me telling you the pedals were custom-anodized in teal. On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 7:01:10 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote: > Oh wow Leah, it's fantastic! The raspberry-over-cream

Re: [RBW] A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

3: TIG-weld the 27.2mm tubing to the base of your seatpost > > > > On Nov 27, 2020, at 2:45 PM, Mark Roland wrote: > > Well, as I said above, I'm not an expert in suspension posts, so I haven't > seen the testing labeling one or another brand far superior, one that many > peop

Re: [RBW] Re: A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

he >>> same a dropper post that he OP is seeking?! The dropper post is the latest >>> thing for gravel/mtbs as it allows you to adjust the saddle height with the >>> press of a button. These posts aren't cheap a they start at like $200 and >>> go up! I t

[RBW] Re: The Building of a Platypus: A Diary

If Leah doesn't get her bicycle today it truly will be Black Friday. Ackkk! The suspense! On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 4:46:38 PM UTC-5 dougP wrote: > Can you take a photo of the shop & crew with your new bike? > > dougP > > On Friday, November 27, 2020 at 12:37:38 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle

Re: [RBW] Re: A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

Here are a bunch of 26.8 suspension posts on eBay <https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=26.8+seat+post&_sacat=0=nc%2520Type=Suspension%2520Seatpost&_dcat=58101> right now. Should last a lifetime of Rivs! On Thursday, November 26, 2020 at 6:48:44 PM UTC-5 Mark Ro

Re: [RBW] Re: A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

Yes. Tubing diameter and thickness generally dictates seat post size. In that sense, the sizing is part of its functionality. A 26.8 seat post size is not exactly unusual, and before 27.2 became dominant, was fairly common. I have several bikes, other than my recent Rivs, that use this size.

[RBW] Re: A Bit Irked that Riv Changed the Seatpost Size

Maybe you could find someone to make you a custom seat post, perhaps using the suspension model you like as a starting point. There's these guys: https://kenteriksen.com/seatposts/ and looks like a few that use titanium. Probably will be pricey, but worth

Re: [RBW] Re: Wow! What's going on with Rivendell caps going for $$$

t 11:52 AM George Cline >>> wrote: >>> >>>> I've got the same hat which I bought from a Performance Bike Shop many >>>> years ago! Geez, I've got to find it and offer it up for sale! (It's got >>>> lots of beausage, too!). >>>> >&

Re: [RBW] Re: Wow! What's going on with Rivendell caps going for $$$

sale! (It's got >>> lots of beausage, too!). >>> >>> George in NoCal >>> >>> On Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 3:27:44 PM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: >>> >>>> `I like the color and the logos, too--though I don't think the mustard >>

[RBW] Re: Wow! What's going on with Rivendell caps going for $$$

ive that we've all been in the >> house too long  >> >> On Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 3:36:02 PM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: >> >>> Well there's your answer--Ugly Rivendell Caps are the new Ugly Christmas >>> Sweaters. Get 'em while the gettin's good.

[RBW] Re: cold weather winter riding tips

n find a rain jacket with the >>> armpit zippers, those are great too. >>> >>> On Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 6:33:02 AM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: >>> >>>> As noted in another post above (quoted below), in cold weather, the >>>> trick

[RBW] Re: Wow! What's going on with Rivendell caps going for $$$

Well there's your answer--Ugly Rivendell Caps are the new Ugly Christmas Sweaters. Get 'em while the gettin's good. On Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 11:07:05 AM UTC-5 John A. Bennett wrote: > I remember that one. It came in as a surprise. > Grant said it was the ugliest cap he'd ever seen.

[RBW] Re: Wow! What's going on with Rivendell caps going for $$$

Fat head guys are always the red head step child. But I have found the > Walz caps come in 2 sizes and the LG fits me well. YMMV > > I still don't understand the 50 used riv hat deal though > > On Monday, November 16, 2020 at 8:37:21 PM UTC-7 Mark Roland wrote: > >> That

[RBW] Re: Gus Rear Fender Install Help/Suggestions

flexibility in handlebar height setup. On Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 9:08:21 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > What stoker stem are you using? > > Laing > Delray Beach FL > > On Monday, November 16, 2020 at 8:41:45 PM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: > >> >> I made a DIY version of

[RBW] Re: Wow! What's going on with Rivendell caps going for $$$

That is one deluxe cycling cap, though. Riv has done a number of different styles over the years, latest some fancy wool short bill caps I think, kinda pricey. With separate panels, what looks like a liner, and printing in several places, it's a bit more lux than the $35 baseball cap I just

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