[RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-21 Thread Matt Beecher
luck, Matt On Monday, January 15, 2024 at 5:33:07 PM UTC-6 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Who knows about Bike Film Festival? > > I paid for the pass to watch this year’s videos and it was money > well-spent. I got to the RAGBRAI documentary last night. Wow. I had heard > o

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-17 Thread matt miller
were pretty rough. I think last year was one of the toughest years. Is BRAN still happening? As a photojournalist in Omaha, I covered RAGBRAI a couple years, and also went out to BRAN once. I thought the BRAN folks were pretty hardcore. Matt in STL On Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 12:21:49 AM

[RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-12-27 Thread matt miller
Nice Ram. Prettu blue.https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Rambouillet-54-/325944867343?&_trksid=p2056016.m2518.l4276 On Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 12:18:30 AM UTC-6 chungeu...@gmail.com wrote: > Also cross posting here. > > 45cm Clem Smith Jr - $1950 > >

Re: [RBW] New Bike Stuff Day

2023-12-23 Thread matt miller
Looks wonderful. It looks like your rando has an anchor on the top, but not decaleur. Can you tell and share more? Thanks, Matt in STL On Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 10:16:20 PM UTC-6 Pam Bikes wrote: > I love that you are loving your Platypus. I so enjoy these updates. That > bi

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Fall / Autumn Riding Photos 2023

2023-11-10 Thread Matt Miller
Wow, Takashi, that first frame is beautiful. Well done.Matt in STL.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 10, 2023, at 8:18 PM, Takashi wrote:Some pictures from last Sunday's ride. There was a heavy rainfall since then, and leaves are mostly fallen by now.Takashi2023年11月10日金曜日 13:02:37 UTC+9 Patrick

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-10-24 Thread matt miller
Pretty Legolas frame over at Crust Trader. https://crustbikes.com/a/shopicial/topics/179172 Matt in STL On Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 1:45:45 PM UTC-5 RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > 59cm Legolas over on internet-BOB. $400, with a backstory. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA >

[RBW] Re: Bike Shop Misadventures

2023-10-06 Thread matt miller
This is a wonderful story. No judgements from me. I think we are all lucky to share in your humility, graciousness and wonderful storytelling. I hope you get the pretty red Platy back soon. Matt in STL On Friday, October 6, 2023 at 9:46:36 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I h

Re: [RBW] Re: Best mitten design for very cold weather

2023-10-03 Thread matt miller
I've used an older version of these First Lite mittens for hunting, and they also had enough feel to operate my cameras. Obviously, they are expensive. My version was much cheaper! But when

[RBW] Re: Saddle Height

2023-08-25 Thread Matt
...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Matt — Welcome! And I hope you find a Platypus that fits you well. > Where are you located? Maybe we can help find someone in your area so you > can have a test ride before you buy a frame. I think a 55, as you say, > would be more versatile. > > I hav

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: QuickBeam 58 cm

2023-08-25 Thread Matt
As a humble newb who'd looked enviously at the Frenchie tabs, I think you've made the right decision ;) On Friday, August 25, 2023 at 6:52:50 PM UTC-7 jasonz...@gmail.com wrote: > And as it is Friday and I took an awesome joyride around the new area, I > am calling it quits on calling it quits

[RBW] Re: Saddle Height

2023-08-23 Thread Matt
ike. > > Roberta. > > On Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 7:37:24 PM UTC-4 Matt wrote: > >> Thanks, Roberta. This experiential data is very useful. I'm 5'11 with >> long-ish arms and torso, but a 60cm does look a little too large. I can >> ride a saddle height

[RBW] Re: Saddle Height

2023-08-23 Thread Matt
> Roberta, Philadelphia > > On Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 7:46:05 PM UTC-4 Matt wrote: > >> Newb here, but long time Rivendell lurker. Chatted to Will today about a >> Platypus and he mentioned saddle height. My BPH is 83cm (self measured - >> pretty sure it was to bone but ma

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Height

2023-08-22 Thread Matt
anted to relay > that story 'cos them bikes is expensive. > On Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 8:03:10 AM UTC-5 DavidP wrote: > >> Welcome, Matt! >> Saddle height is a bit subjective - but the heel on pedal method gets me >> in the ballpark. >> If your PBH is 83cm I t

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Height

2023-08-21 Thread Matt
t; your heel on the pedal with a straight leg. If you stretch it's too high, >> if your knee is bent it's too low. Sounds ridiculous but it's never failed >> me. >> >> >> >> On Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 4:46:05 PM UTC-7 Matt wrote: >> >>> Newb he

[RBW] Saddle Height

2023-08-20 Thread Matt
Newb here, but long time Rivendell lurker. Chatted to Will today about a Platypus and he mentioned saddle height. My BPH is 83cm (self measured - pretty sure it was to bone but maybe another cm?). Currently riding an ebike, which feels like driving an automatic only worse, so I'm not sure the

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-15 Thread matt miller
to decide the best route. I'm not sure it's been mentioned before, but any thought to taking an entirely different bike first semester/first year with the plan to revisit taking the Clem second semester/sophomore year? Good luck with your decision. Matt in STL On Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 2:56:34 PM

[RBW] Re: A College Clem

2023-08-07 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm sorry to say that I think it will get stolen. I took a bike to college and enough parts were stolen off of it to make it unusable within the first year. It wasn't even a desirable bike or parts. I wish you good luck if you try this. Best regards, Matt in Oswego On Saturday, August 5

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Saluki Butterscotch Complete Seattle

2023-06-19 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm sorry for whatever is prompting the sale. For anyone on the fence, the Saluki is by far the best Rivendell that I have owned. I use it in a drop bar configuration and for longer distances. It is just so dang comfortable. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: FS: 2 Gilles Berthoud Aspin saddles

2023-05-30 Thread matt miller
I sent you a DM on the cork. I like a B17 on my upright bike, but the C17 hasn't worked well on a bike with the saddle a bit higher than the bars- I think I need it to get narrow quickly. In the past, a Brooks Swift worked. Wondering if you (or anyone else) has experiences they'd share. I

[RBW] Re: Sackville Handlebar bag with Nitto support

2023-05-07 Thread Matt Beecher
I think these came with a nitto F15 rack. Try searching for that, as several have sold here. On Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 6:39:06 PM UTC-5 alan lavine wrote: > I've decided to sell this barely used bag, which I've had for a number of > years without finding it an appropriate home. But I can't

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis 2 sizing ? Inquiring about a local sale

2023-05-06 Thread Matt B.
That's definitely a 58, going by the size of the wheels (700c). They do say they measured 56cm center to center, whereas Rivendell uses center to top. On Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 2:44:24 PM UTC-4 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > It’s this one. If it wasn’t an hour each way I’d go check it out

[RBW] Re: WTB Sinewave Cycles Beacon 2 Dynamo Light, or reviews

2023-04-18 Thread Matt Beecher
I have one, but have not had a chance to use it yet. I ordered the gen1 and it kept getting delayed. I changed plans and ran with something else for a while, but still plan to put mine into service this year. Overall, I felt a bit ripped off for a while, waiting with continual promises of it

[RBW] Re: Classic Italian Bicycles: now flat poster !

2023-03-20 Thread Matt Beecher
For those Italian made Rivendells? On Monday, March 20, 2023 at 12:30:37 PM UTC-5 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: >I thought I would share this with the group: > > > > https://corsaclassic.com/en-us/products/classic-italian-bicycles-poster > > *Thanks to popular demand we

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe V1 build revisited

2023-03-19 Thread Matt Beecher
ever seen. Thanks for sharing. Best regards, Matt in Oswego On Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 12:41:12 PM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > I has this bike set up as a single speed for the first few years, but > decided to add gears. I really love this frame, the 50cm seat tube, 63 cm > effe

Re: [RBW] Re: Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

2023-03-17 Thread Matt Beecher
I don't know if there is a rule against this, but why not just create a new FS post for your AHH? I could have sworn there was a message against selling non-Rivs, but I am not certain on that atm. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Friday, March 17, 2023 at 1:46:18 PM UTC-5 Drew Henson

[RBW] Re: Has anybody 650'ed a Riv Road?

2023-03-16 Thread Matt Beecher
Purple trumps pink. On Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 12:51:02 AM UTC-5 Peter Bridge wrote: > On Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 1:29:48 PM UTC-7 Matt Beecher wrote: > > Out of curiosity, did you get the pink one off craigslist? If so, please > don't paint it. Be brave enough to ride pink

[RBW] Re: Has anybody 650'ed a Riv Road?

2023-03-14 Thread Matt Beecher
the pink one off craigslist? If so, please don't paint it. Be brave enough to ride pink. Best regards, Matt On Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 12:58:07 PM UTC-5 Peter Bridge wrote: > Has anybody on the list 650'ed one of the old Rivendell Road frames, the > ones that take short brakes and th

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Stems

2023-03-13 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm not personally interested, but I was curious what the UI 12 was. It seems there may a threaded and threadless version of the stem, according to a very brief Google search. You may want to clarify that. I'm still on the hunt for a 10cm or longer Nitto hi-riser. Cheers, Matt -- You

[RBW] WTB: Silver Paul Short Pull Levers

2023-03-06 Thread matt miller
, it worked well, and now I don't want to go with different levers!) Thanks, Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

[RBW] Re: FS - Acorn Large Front Trunk Bag

2023-03-05 Thread Matt Beecher
I sent a message this morning, but never heard back. I'm assuming it may have already sold. On Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 5:13:03 PM UTC-6 Bikie#4646 wrote: > I posted this on the i-BOB list a couple weeks ago, but no takers there. I > wish to repost it here and drop the price by $20: > A

[RBW] Re: Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

2023-02-26 Thread Matt Beecher
It looks like the price has come down just a little bit for the 62cm Sam. https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?s=f8a5e70cf14b0a7e54275e5d2bdb4b4c=292940 On Friday, February 24, 2023 at 11:54:52 AM UTC-6 mitchel Clem Smith JR 52cm 1,200 SF,CA

Re: [RBW] Re: Front Derailleur Suggestions

2023-02-23 Thread Matt Miller
Thanks all. When the FD was lowered, the chain could not climb up to the big ring. First thing he did was lower it. I tried it myself, when I first got the bike. I just ordered a cx70. If that doesn’t work, I’ll get new VBC or figure something out.Also figured out the brake levers were long pull.

[RBW] Front Derailleur Suggestions

2023-02-23 Thread matt miller
suggestions for different FD? May need different chain rings because of that big jump, but if I do that, I may be best off buying something else and selling these. Thanks, Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: 58 Simple One pics

2023-02-21 Thread Matt Beecher
I've got a Quickbeam and yet I still find myself staring at this and wondering what I could do with it. Thankfully, I imagine this will be gone soon. Good luck with the sale. It is a beauty. On Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 2:47:57 PM UTC-6 alan lavine wrote: > Tried to get all the

Re: [RBW] Pedal Question

2023-02-18 Thread matt miller
I have the EH-500 on my All Road bike. I guess I recently bought it out of habit. I used to have a pair on my ride everywhere bike (which was stolen). I liked how I could hop on and ride to the bars or out with friends, and I could still go on a longer purposeful ride. Haven't used the clip

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto 32F Rack weight limit?

2023-02-14 Thread matt miller
I think he's referring to a post a few days ago. He has a nice set of images, links and prices. I'll help him out with the link: https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/CH5S8_xA3oA On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 6:59:16 AM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Sean referred to a Rene Herse UD-1

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b Homer

2023-02-13 Thread Matt Miller
You all know more than I do. I do like Mile’s thoughts, and I enjoy his bikes. My impression with canti is that the optimal setup is to have the pads contact the rim at a perpendicular angle, or as close to possible. I also thought he talked about getting the angle between cable and arm at 90

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b Homer

2023-02-13 Thread Matt Miller
Thank you for your suggestions. It is a custom Homer, and it’s a Waterford from about 2014, according to the serial number. It doesn’t have many mounts, actually. I think if i want a rack, I’ll need to use the canti posts. Need to look that up. May be easier to use a frame bag if I need to carry a

[RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-30 Thread Matt Isaacs
. Matt Walnut Creek On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 1:02:08 PM UTC-8 mmille...@gmail.com wrote: > Thank you, Bill. I got off the phone with him a bit ago, and he couldn't > read the tire sizes (I did ask), but he said the standover was about 33 > 1/4" on the Ram. And he did say t

Re: [RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-26 Thread Matt Miller
I did reach out to Curt Goodrich a few days ago. He remembered the man he built the bike for, but could not locate the geo or any other info. I really wanted to buy that bike, but the family budget office didn’t authorize the expenditure. I hope “settling” for the canti AHH will work out well for

Re: [RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-24 Thread matt miller
The fenders were SKS. I was surprised. On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:58:28 PM UTC-6 Keith P. wrote: > Anyone know who makes those cream fenders on the Curt & Ram? > k. > > On Tue, Jan 24, 2023 at 4:52 PM Bill Lindsay wrote: > >> Yeah, I kind of want that grey Hilsen ... When's my birthday?

[RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-23 Thread matt miller
Thank you, Bill. I got off the phone with him a bit ago, and he couldn't read the tire sizes (I did ask), but he said the standover was about 33 1/4" on the Ram. And he did say that he thought the bikes were bigger than what the owner would normally ride. (I took this to me traditional

[RBW] Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-23 Thread matt miller
Hey all. A local STL fellow just posted some bikes for sale locally. I just talked with him and am going to go look at them. There are a couple frames I'm not familiar with. Since this is where all the experts are,

[RBW] Re: Thanksgiving Morning Clem crash

2022-12-16 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm sorry to hear that. I had a similar event a few years ago on a "new bike day". I was riding along on my new-to-me Atlantis and taking a turn at what seemed like a safe speed. I think my tires hit a dense patch of goose poop, causing the wheels to go out from under me. I barely

[RBW] Re: Stolen 58cm Rivendell Atlantis - Berkeley

2022-12-07 Thread Matt Beecher
Ugh, I thought I mentioned it, but maybe edited it out. I am very sorry for the loss. Short of my dogs, I don't know what else might hurt more to be stolen than my bike. On Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 4:47:00 PM UTC-6 Matt Beecher wrote: > As someone who has been very casually look

[RBW] Re: Stolen 58cm Rivendell Atlantis - Berkeley

2022-12-07 Thread Matt Beecher
As someone who has been very casually looking for a 58, can you provide any information that would help identify your frame, in case it gets parted out or rebuilt? Do you have any photos of scratches, scuffs, etc that can help us spot it. A long-running fear of mine when buying used bikes

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Bar Sack & Nitto F15 rack

2022-11-30 Thread Matt Beecher
I should have added that mine closes via magnets. On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:48:14 AM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Kevin > > Sure, I'll take it. Is there any kind of closure/retention for the lid? > Is it velcro? Magnets? I feel like it was magnetic. > > I could paypal you

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Bar Sack & Nitto F15 rack

2022-11-30 Thread Matt Beecher
It is worthwhile, because it saved me an email. FWIW, I really like mine and would not have minded a spare. On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:48:55 AM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Intended that reply only to the author, but probably little harm done. > > BL in EC > > On Wednesday,

Re: [RBW] For sale: Suntour hats

2022-11-29 Thread Matt Beecher
could add any input, I don't think the leather strap offers much in the way of improvement. It is not bad, but I probably would prefer it just be the same fabric as the rest of the hat. Cheers, Matt On Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 3:31:35 PM UTC-6 edwardb...@gmail.com wrote: > Wha

Re: [RBW] FS 60cm Simple One and 61cm MUSA Homer

2022-11-22 Thread Matt Beecher
Graham was looking for a Homer in this size and just posted a WTB. I don't know if this sold, but if not, you might want to try and connect. TBH, I am maybe a little glad that I did not see the frameset posted, as I don't know if I could have resisted a Homer with centerpul braze-ons.

[RBW] Re: WTB 61 A. Homer Hilsen

2022-11-22 Thread Matt Beecher
Alex Wirth was trying to sell a very nice looking bike not too long ago. I don't see anything that said it sold, so you might want to find that post, if you are open to buying a full bike. I don't know if he was considering selling the frameset, but you can always ask. On Tuesday,

Re: [RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2022-11-12 Thread Matt Beecher
appear designed to roll up, but would love to see more items with long arms for riders wanting to keep their wrists warm on cold rides. I'd love to see a heavier equivalent to the Surly wool jersey, with the extra long sleeves and thumb holes. Best regards, Matt in Oswego On Saturday

[RBW] Re: FS Bump: 60cm Wilbury looking for new home. $2500

2022-11-10 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm probably just kicking the tires on this, but what are the theoretical top tube lengths on these things? Were they designed to be upright, or do they work equally well for drop bars? Best regards, Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[RBW] Re: WTB: 60 Riv Simpleone Frame/Fork

2022-11-03 Thread Matt Beecher
Did you see Alex Wirth's post? On Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 7:26:01 AM UTC-5 Michael Ullmer wrote: > Bumping this again, still searching! > > On Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 1:35:43 PM UTC-5 Michael Ullmer wrote: > >> All this talk of Riv Singlespeeds by Bill and others has me wanting to

[RBW] Mamachari, rider experience, ride quality, etc.

2022-11-01 Thread Matt Maceda
Hello! Does anyone have any experience with a "mamachari"? For anyone not knowing; Introducing the Mamachari . A Bridgestone Wedgerock 27" popped up in my zone and I was wondering if anyone had any bike of this type in their

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy Sizing & Search

2022-10-25 Thread matt miller
Wow. You all are amazing. I've got sizing info, plenty of other models to check out, and many ideas for builds. Those Soma are kind of cool. The Schwinn are available. Never heard of SR. I don't have Eric's skill, and I'm 100% she doesn't want me to commit the time to get there. (Although I

[RBW] Betty Foy Sizing & Search

2022-10-24 Thread matt miller
/bikes? Also, it's tough to find sizing on the Betty Foy bikes. Does anyone have old material or could chime in with their size? I've searched and searched, but been coming up empty. She's 5'4" with a 77 PBH. Thanks, Matt in STL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Thinking about getting a 62 Quickbeam

2022-10-19 Thread matt miller
Nice one on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1011486256914408/ He says he will take to bike shop. On Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 7:02:04 AM UTC-5 Matt B. wrote: > The final version of quickbeam, which came with silver paint, did have a > kickstand plate. The QB nev

Re: [RBW] Thinking about getting a 62 Quickbeam

2022-10-19 Thread Matt B.
nd the SimpleOne was canti as well. This appears to >> be a QB with the canti studs knocked off, then the clearcoat done. Also >> it's a 64cm. >> >> *Some small silver QBs had caliper brakes. >> >> On Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 12:14:07 PM U

[RBW] Re: Thinking about getting a 62 Quickbeam

2022-10-18 Thread Matt Beecher
Did the QB ever come without cantis? I would assume that is a Simpleone. On Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 1:02:56 PM UTC-5 JohnS wrote: > > Hello Tom, > > Not mine, but a nice looking 62 QB frame/fork on the bay now... > > >

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm SimpleOne

2022-10-18 Thread Matt Beecher
Guessing they are these. https://crustbikes.com/products/magic-components-dango-bros Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Monday, October 17, 2022 at 12:25:09 PM UTC-5 steve wrote: > Beautiful bike. Where did you get the smiley face cable carriers? > Steve > > On Monday, October 17

Re: Re: [RBW] Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

2022-10-17 Thread matt miller
price, but I'm not sure about the seat post. https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=288265 Cheers, Matt On Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 10:52:37 AM UTC-5 Huston wrote: > Hunqapillar: 58cm; modified with disc brakes > Vermont > https://www.ebay.com/itm/225199291886 > > --H

[RBW] Re: FS: Tall Rando Bag by Acorn, gray waxed canvas, $160 plus $20 shipping

2022-10-10 Thread Matt Beecher
too, but I'll never give up my rando bags as long as I have a suitable bike to put them on. Best regards, Matt in Oswego On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 6:05:34 PM UTC-5 Jim S. wrote: > Here's a link to more photos: > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/ALkq9kzAXWfgKTM69 > > On Monday, O

[RBW] Re: my new 2 speed coaster brake Susie

2022-10-10 Thread Matt Fitzgerald
oaster brake only??! - but this is > SO cool. I love the "only what you need and nothing more" look and > vibe..nice work, Matt!  > > On Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 11:54:55 AM UTC-7 Matt Fitzgerald > wrote: > >> I've had my new Susie since June, but ordered

[RBW] Re: 57cm lugged Roadini Protovelo

2022-09-22 Thread matt miller
What would you guess clearance would be with fenders? TY. On Monday, September 19, 2022 at 3:09:15 PM UTC-5 amill...@gmail.com wrote: > Life situations force sale. > > Rivendell Protovelo with identical geometry to the 57cm Roadini but lugged > and in Romulus blue. > > [image: image.png] > >

[RBW] Re: Roadini 61 on Craigslist (not mine)

2022-09-14 Thread Matt Beecher
ing before and were confused about them. . Matt On Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 7:06:01 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > I bought the hanger alignment tool several years back - a great > investment. Bikes get knocked around over the years. A lot of my bikes > needed alignment. E

[RBW] Re: Roadini 61 on Craigslist (not mine)

2022-09-13 Thread Matt Beecher
I also think it is sad that they are not doing this prep. I would have no confidence in my LBS doing that well, which would make me second guess whether to get another Riv. I'm hoping that some amount of pleading will get them to reconsider this, if I am ever interested in buying another new

[RBW] Re: Seeking measurements on Nitto 34F

2022-08-21 Thread Matt Beecher
Thanks Brent. I appreciate it. I also have similar floors, in my ca 1920's house. Your stain even looks to be nearly the same. Beautiful!! Best regards, Matt On Sunday, August 21, 2022 at 3:43:39 PM UTC-5 Brent B wrote: > Hey Matt, See attached! > > I have this rack and have used

Re: [RBW] Re: One Rivendell to rule them all

2022-08-12 Thread Matt Beecher
I've ridden several, but the Saluki is my favorite. Models that I have tried: Toyo Atlantis, Waterford Atlantis, Taiwan Atlantis, Waterford Road Standard, Taiwan AHH, Quickbeam, & custom singlespeed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] WTB: 58 cm Toyo Atlantis

2022-08-09 Thread Matt Beecher
with the hunt! -Matt On Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 10:37:33 AM UTC-5 Dave C wrote: > I appreciate the help. I should have said I want a single top tube, > Toyo-built, shorter chainstayed version of the Atlantis. I had a 2004 and > the single top tube 58 is what I am interested in. >

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

2022-07-29 Thread Matt Maceda
Although not a Riv, I reckon there might be a little overlap of interest in this: Soma Buena Vista 54cm - $1,200 (Oceanside) https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/d/oceanside-soma-buena-vista-54cm/7513472653.html Looks like a nice price with lots of accessories. Somebody scoop it up! On

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Items

2022-07-29 Thread Matt Beecher
The photo link does not work. Is this the platsack/rack that was on Ebay recently. If so, I am a bit disappointed. On Friday, July 29, 2022 at 8:30:02 AM UTC-5 mitchel...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello! I got some Sackville bags for sale.. let me know if you have any > questions or want more

[RBW] Re: FS: Marinoni Turismo

2022-07-22 Thread Matt Beecher
Yep, the other was larger, but these are pretty cool, imo. https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-sales/1002852-marinoni-special-triple-rings-cantilever-brakes-great-condition.html On Friday, July 22, 2022 at 12:34:44 PM UTC-5 Matt Beecher wrote: > Very cool. I love purple bikes an

[RBW] Re: FS: Marinoni Turismo

2022-07-22 Thread Matt Beecher
Very cool. I love purple bikes and I remember one like this several years back on Bikeforums. I think it was taller though, as I recall considering it, but the bike sold before I could finalize a deal. Good luck with the sale. Best regards, Matt On Friday, July 22, 2022 at 12:03:38 AM UTC

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

2022-07-22 Thread Matt Beecher
No sales history. I might have considered it, but that will make me pass. On Friday, July 22, 2022 at 10:14:04 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Roadini F/F/HS > 57cm > $750! > > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/385021626200?hash=item59a513c758:g:uyYAAOSwK1pi2q-c > > Low mileage. I hope someone

Re: [RBW] Advice on a bike trade

2022-07-21 Thread Matt Beecher
I recommend keeping the Atlantis. On Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 7:21:28 PM UTC-5 frankie garcia wrote: > [image: image0.jpeg] > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jul 21, 2022, at 7:14 PM, Eric Daume wrote: > > I think it also depends on the XO1. The canti orange ones should be worth > more… at

[RBW] Re: FS Cargo Bike Stuff

2022-07-15 Thread Matt Beecher
Probably a good idea to show it on a bike, if you can. I did not know what it was and was curious enough to look it up online. Not sure whether others would bother. My first thought was that it looked awfully long to not have any sort of additional wheel...until I saw what it really was.

[RBW] Re: Rosco Platy!

2022-07-14 Thread Matt Beecher
design. Matt On Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 3:58:01 AM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Good luck to all who will be vying for a Rosco Plat today! If you miss > out, comfort yourselves with the arrival of the new Platypuses this fall. > But I do hope you get the Rosco, if th

[RBW] Re: FS NIB 55cm Bleriot

2022-07-12 Thread Matt Beecher
That's crazy. If these truly ride like the Saluki, this is an amazing deal. On Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 11:47:46 AM UTC-5 cramer@gmail.com wrote: > I was deployed and/or living overseas, the frameset was stored in a > climate controlled facility in the frame box unbuilt. $1100, free

[RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot 55 complete $1000 plus shipping

2022-07-06 Thread Matt Beecher
That's a crazy good deal! I'm not personally interested, but I also cannot access the photos. GLWS! Matt On Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 6:09:10 PM UTC-5 Valerie Yates wrote: > I am interested in selling my size 55 Bleriot complete. It is a lovely > bike to ride. I have the geari

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil, 56cm Hillborne, 45cm Clem

2022-05-31 Thread Matt Beecher
it was gone an hour later. I probably should have bought it and sold my Ram, but the bad photos of the tape measurements were hard to read appropriately. On Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 4:38:05 PM UTC-5 Karl wrote: > Thanks Matt! Hoping it is all I have it built up to be! > > Karl > >

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil, 56cm Hillborne, 45cm Clem

2022-05-31 Thread Matt Beecher
Congratulations! I recently bought back my old silver Saluki, after failing to find an Atlantis at a reasonable price. Now I have that to rebuild, along with a Gitane TdF. Best regards, Matt Beecher -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: A Quiet Ride and Thoughts of Bicycle Commuting

2022-05-01 Thread Matt Beecher
mornings. It does not take much though, so I mostly recommend getting something reliable and maybe something as a spare. Best regards, Matt - missing Agua Linda and Big City Bread - Beecher On Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 8:41:39 PM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote: > I rode today and noticed the quietn

[RBW] Re: WTB: 58cm Toyo or Waterford Atlantis

2022-04-30 Thread Matt Beecher
Giving this another shot, in case someone might know of one for sale... Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, sen

[RBW] Re: A Hunq

2022-04-25 Thread Matt Beecher
in production. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[RBW] Re: Who's pre-ordering an Atlantis next week?

2022-04-16 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm not looking for another MIT Atlantis, since I got a 56 a few years ago, but I wish I picked up a 58 AHH a couple months ago. Those went fast. On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 4:50:53 PM UTC-5 CJ wrote: > I have to admit that for the last decade or so, I haven't been too > interested in

[RBW] Re: Best all-around useful saddlebag?

2022-04-16 Thread Matt Beecher
. Best regards, Matt in Oswego On Friday, April 15, 2022 at 5:20:56 PM UTC-5 Chris K wrote: > Hi all - I'm new to the group and figured you all would have opinions on > "the best all-around useful saddle bag," if you could only own one. > > For context, I ride a Bridgestone CB

Re: [RBW] FS New Sackville Hoard found, trunk sacks, saddle sacks, backabikes, discontinued items

2022-04-14 Thread Matt B.
(1) Blue flaps $15 each >>> (6) Yellow Haus Wunder Sac (snack/handlebar bag) $75 >>> (1) Blue bagabond $200 >>> (2) Tan hub shiners $10 each >>> (2) Brown hub shiners $10 each >>> >>> Cheers! >>> >>> Alex Wirth in Rochester,

[RBW] Re: looking for a specific headlight mount

2022-04-09 Thread Matt Beecher
Bingo. I think this is what I was thinking of. Thanks Collin! Best regards, Matt On Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 10:51:12 AM UTC-5 Collin A wrote: > I'm assuming you are thinking about VeloLumino...the fender widget might > be this one? > AT headlight mount | Velo Lumino

[RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

2022-04-05 Thread Matt Beecher
. Of course, you do need to make the paint purple. Any other color would be ludicrous. :D Reading ahead, I am also curious if this is considered a Roadeo still, or full custom. What will the decals say? Best regards, Matt On Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 1:22:54 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Geo

Re: [RBW] FS New Sackville Hoard found, trunk sacks, saddle sacks, backabikes, discontinued items

2022-04-04 Thread Matt Beecher
It was not the first time my responses to Alex went without reply, but we have that worked out now. I also had looked at what his email was and assumed the numbers@gmail was Google Group obscuring his real email address. On Monday, April 4, 2022 at 12:13:31 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS New Sackville Hoard found, trunk sacks, saddle sacks, backabikes, discontinued items

2022-04-03 Thread Matt Beecher
Well, since I got no reply, I guess I'll have to shop elsewhere. GLWS. Matt On Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 10:55:17 AM UTC-5 Matt Beecher wrote: > PM sent on panniers, XS saddle sack, mudflaps, and a saddle. Let's set up > a bike! > > Best regards, > Matt > > On Sunday,

[RBW] Re: FS New Sackville Hoard found, trunk sacks, saddle sacks, backabikes, discontinued items

2022-04-03 Thread Matt B.
PM'd regarding blue saddlesack large. On Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 10:31:00 AM UTC-4 Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > Some updates as of today, I found another big box of Sackville stuff (from > our old shop): > > (2) Blue trunk sacks $105 each > (2) Grey trunk sacks $105 each >

[RBW] Re: FS New Sackville Hoard found, trunk sacks, saddle sacks, backabikes, discontinued items

2022-04-03 Thread Matt Beecher
PM sent on panniers, XS saddle sack, mudflaps, and a saddle. Let's set up a bike! Best regards, Matt On Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 9:31:00 AM UTC-5 Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > Some updates as of today, I found another big box of Sackville stuff (from > our ol

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv asks: One bike forever, which one?

2022-04-02 Thread Matt Beecher
man, I might opt for the Atlantis. Thankfully, I don't have to choose to keep only one. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 2:20:30 PM UTC-5 Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: > MUSA Atlantis > Ahmed in San Mateo CA > > > On Sat, Apr 2, 2022 at 12:07 PM 'Joh

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivish Parts from garage clear-out

2022-03-28 Thread Matt Beecher
I should have clarified that I am interested in the Campagnolo shifters. On Monday, March 28, 2022 at 11:35:08 AM UTC-5 Matt Beecher wrote: > I'm interested in the shifters, but cannot get the link to the pictures to > work. Have the shifters been used a lot? > > Best regards, >

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivish Parts from garage clear-out

2022-03-28 Thread Matt Beecher
I'm interested in the shifters, but cannot get the link to the pictures to work. Have the shifters been used a lot? Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Monday, March 28, 2022 at 10:25:35 AM UTC-5 jayay...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi All, > > Doing some garage cleanout so I can follow

[RBW] WTB: 58cm Toyo or Waterford Atlantis

2022-03-20 Thread Matt Beecher
, but with a much greater sloped top tube. I don't want to part with this until I get a 58 though, so I am not selling it. I've also got an Airborne Carpe Diem and Litespeed Appalachian, if someone is looking to try titanium. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki, first ride

2022-03-19 Thread Matt Beecher
. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Friday, March 18, 2022 at 4:26:34 PM UTC-5 Joel S wrote: > Thanks Matt. I had mentioned to Johnny that if he was ever going to sell > it I wanted it. He remembered and was so overly fair. > > Joel > > Sent from ProtonMail for iOS > >

[RBW] Re: Saluki, first ride

2022-03-18 Thread Matt Beecher
That's a nice bike and build. The Saluki is one of my favorite bikes, if not *the* favorite. Congrats on the acquisition. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL On Friday, March 18, 2022 at 2:25:31 PM UTC-5 Joel S wrote: > [image: 94A4BDD3-7098-4E68-A063-89DFAD04AC39.jpeg]Today the weat

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