[RBW] Re: FS: Sam Hillborne 51/52 (?)cm $1500

2024-04-28 Thread Dave S
Hello, I'm in NJ and would like to buy this. Maybe you're close enough to avoid shipping? Let me know your zip. Dave 732-232-6086 On Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 8:03:31 PM UTC-4 johnb wrote: > > Let’s drop this to $1500 +shipping. > On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 8:39:08 AM UTC-4 johnb

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-23 Thread John S
t.org/bid/d/grand-rapids-bike-sale-40-or-less/7731072255.html >>> >>> and go buy the ~51-52 cm red Centurion in the first picture. >>> For $40, you'll have something to play with and see how the setup might >>> work for you. >>> If it's rideable, it's

Re: [RBW] Nitto/Riv Bullmoose thoughts

2024-04-18 Thread Max S
atlantis, just assuming that it would have a shorter top tube. very >>>>> solid bars of course, no flexy. One of the coolest looking bars, I’ll >>>>> always have them in the collection i think, I’m a perpetual bar swapper. >>>>> I >>>>>

Re: [RBW] Nitto/Riv Bullmoose thoughts

2024-04-17 Thread Max S
What a lovely Bontrager you got there!! - Max "green bikes are cool" in A2 On Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 8:06:28 PM UTC-4 philip@gmail.com wrote: > Have them on an old Bontrager CX, and love everything about the fit and > reach: > > [image: image0.jpeg][image: image1.jpeg][image:

[RBW] Re: Rivendale Platypus Mermaid 55cm

2024-04-11 Thread Dave S
This was previously posted for sale in Buffalo NY I believe. On Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 1:31:08 AM UTC-4 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > @Mary - > > Where are you located ? > > Kim Hetzel. > > On Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 7:26:40 PM UTC-7 mary.f...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> -- You received

[RBW] Re: Campy Hub Shimano cassette??? or 34 tooth cog

2024-04-10 Thread John S
How many speeds are you running? Campy offers 11-34 cassettes for their 12-speed groupsets, and there is now a 12-speed-compatible bar end shifter available through Soma. On Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 3:54:09 PM UTC-5 ber...@bernardduhon.com wrote: > > > > > I have a Campy hub and

[RBW] Re: LA Craigslist bike purchase assist?

2024-04-09 Thread Max S
Better be quick with your payment! > Eric > On Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 11:18:11 AM UTC-4 Max S wrote: > >> Riv Folk, >> >> Anyone could potentially assist with lobbing this to Michigan?.. >> >> >> https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/bik/d/santa-monica-

[RBW] LA Craigslist bike purchase assist?

2024-04-09 Thread Max S
Riv Folk, Anyone could potentially assist with lobbing this to Michigan?.. https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/bik/d/santa-monica-touring-bike-lugged-steel/7735511488.html - Max "my RTP ship has come in?" in A2 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Rivendell BETTY FOY..She's a Beauty!

2024-04-06 Thread Karen S
Also posted San Fancisco Bay Area and Austin, TX Craig's List SELLING AN EXCELLENT / Like New CONDITION RIVENDELL BETTY FOY BICYCLE—She’s a Beauty! This hybrid road / touring bike is gorgeous and iconic! No longer sold new. As you can see, the color is beautiful and the custom Betty Foy design

[RBW] Re: FS Excellent Condition Betty Foy

2024-03-29 Thread Max S
Sounds amazing! Any photos?.. - MinA2 On Friday, March 29, 2024 at 11:33:32 AM UTC-4 karma...@gmail.com wrote: > *SELLING AN EXCELLENT CONDITION RIVENDELL BETTY FOY BICYCLE—She’s a > Beauty!* > > *This hybrid road / touring bike is gorgeous and iconic! No longer sold > new. As you can see,

[RBW] FS Excellent Condition Betty Foy

2024-03-29 Thread Karen S
*SELLING AN EXCELLENT CONDITION RIVENDELL BETTY FOY BICYCLE—She’s a Beauty!* *This hybrid road / touring bike is gorgeous and iconic! No longer sold new. As you can see, the color is beautiful and the custom Betty Foy design touches, including the red painted hearts. Three gears at the front

[RBW] Re: Selling Betty Foy and Ives Gomez

2024-03-28 Thread J S
If I found a Yves in my size I would sell or trade my Sam. Being as that is doubtful I will continue to ride my bikes until I can no longer get my leg over the TT. Age has a way of humbling us. On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 2:56:05 PM UTC-4 wpes...@gmail.com wrote: > I am 6’ tall with a 30”

[RBW] WTB: dynamo hub or 26" dynamo wheel

2024-03-26 Thread Neale S.
Working on a project, and hoping to find a not-too-precious dynamo hub: rim brake, 32 or 36 hole. Or potentially, a 26" wheel with dynamo hub if you have one lying around. - Neale -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-22 Thread Max S
Let me be a bit of a contrarian on the lighting situation. Is a dyno hub + phone charger worth the hassle?.. I am not sure. A dyno hub puts out a nominal 3 Watts. If you ride it for an hour, that's 3 watt-hours worth of electricity. Let's say it gets split between the light and your phone. If

Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-21 Thread Max S
e the bags on the bike until I got to the ride. > > Does that make sense? > > On Mar 21, 2024, at 4:36 PM, Max S wrote: > > Leah, > > > Coupla questions back to you... > 1) is the travel set-up going to use fenders? > 2) do you need the front bag, or could you

[RBW] Re: Abomination? Riv Road "upgrades"

2024-03-21 Thread Max S
Sometimes it's nice to fuss, and sometimes it feels good to just dirt-bag it! For full effect, you should do mismatched bar tape and water bottles! - Max "occasional dirtbag" in A2 On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 2:08:52 PM UTC-4 Ted Durant wrote: > On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 9:57:32 AM

[RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-21 Thread Max S
Leah, Coupla questions back to you... 1) is the travel set-up going to use fenders? 2) do you need the front bag, or could you get away with just a saddlebag, and/or bar bag strapped to the handlebars? - Max "simplicate, simplicate, simplicate" in A2 On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 2:45:54 

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-10 Thread J S
hat I > ride. The other is a retired road bike that I would like to sell to a good > home. > > Would the Nitto Technomic NTC-280 stem help you get the height you want on > your favorite bike ? > > Kim Hetzel. > > > On Sun, Mar 10, 2024, 5:51 AM J S wrote: > >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-10 Thread J S
Kim, I agree, I have never wanted a threadless stem, probably for the same reasons as you. In my mind a threadless stem will not give me the height I desire, maybe I am wrong but I have my bikes and will not be adding any more. On Sat, Mar 9, 2024 at 8:51 PM Kim H. wrote: > @Joel, > You are

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-09 Thread J S
Thanks Kim. I have only used Technomic stems because they were the longest available when I started with Riv in ‘97 or so. I think on my first road I used the shorter Technomic deluxe. On Sat, Mar 9, 2024 at 7:23 PM Kim H. wrote: > @Joel, > The Nitto Technomic NTC-280 stemis very much

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-08 Thread Max S
024 at 6:07:20 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Max S said "Do eet! " > > I did not "Do eet! " > I did not even do "eet!" > but I did do "it" > > I finally made an offer and got an all metal tubular wheel set on eBay

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-08 Thread Max S
The longest chainstay Rivs I have are Yves Gomes and the HubbuhHubbuh tandem. The latter especially so, when I ride it without a stoker. Then I really feel the wheelflop. When my youngest kid rides on the back, the wheelflop is less noticeable, and when the oldest kid gets on, it just about

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-06 Thread Max S
would not tolerate 33mm tires on the >> Hubbuhubbuh after riding 71mm tires). >> >> Regards, >> >> Corwin >> >> On Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 6:15:09 AM UTC-8 Max S wrote: >> >>> >>> *"My first thought when I saw your RI

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-06 Thread Max S
ngs your way! >> >> Reminds me of a mountain bike I saw parked at my WDC apartment back about >> 1987 with (IIRC) Scott AT-4 bar, disc wheels, and 1.5" Fatboy slicks. >> >> On Tue, Mar 5, 2024 at 4:23 PM Max S wrote: >> >>> Here's

[RBW] Re: Building a Quickbeam and wondering...

2024-03-05 Thread Max S
igher than on most of my other bikes, so you can clear a longer crank in fixed gear mode. Still, I'd recommend limiting tires to ~38 mm and eschewing fenders to minimize toe overlap. - Max "narrow is aero" in A2 On Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 6:07:02 PM UTC-5 Max S wrote: > Fun! A

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-05 Thread J S
I like the bit longer chain stays of my Sam and Saluki as well but that is as long as I need. On Tue, Mar 5, 2024 at 12:01 PM Tim Bantham wrote: > I can relate to this. For me there are pros and cons. For example, the > Clem I bought a few years ago was intended to be an analog mountain bike. I

[RBW] Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

2024-03-05 Thread J S
I tried an Atlantis but was not enamored. Sold it and got a Hillborne which I love but still not as much as my finally found Saluki but like it a lot. I am probably in the minority here but I know there must be others who share my sentiments. I have had so many Rivs, 2 roads, one custom when

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-05 Thread Max S
Really great points made by Mathias, and also by Patrick in his post about iterating... IMO, the easiest way to find a good bike is to set your budget and then make a post whose subject starts with "WTB:.. " – all sorts of cool and awesome bikes will emerge that fit your criteria! - Max

[RBW] Re: Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-03 Thread J S
I ride exclusively on pavement and of the current models the Sam Hillborne does it wonderfully. On Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 1:56:38 PM UTC-5 cfic...@gmail.com wrote: > I really like the Rivendell approach to bikes and bike technology with the > idea of a more upright posture and a long

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

2024-02-26 Thread Dave S
My wife and I will be there. Unsure if we’re coming Riv-equipped, but we usually leave Riv equipped!? Dave On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5:22:03 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote: > https://phillybikeexpo.com/ > > Lots of things to do--the expo, rides, parties, coffee and meet ups. > > I'm going.

[RBW] Re: I only have 1 chance to get a Rivendell.. which would you recommend?

2024-02-26 Thread J S
I prefer the Hillborne but I like it being closer to older bikes before the chainstays got longer and longer at Riv. On Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 11:46:51 AM UTC-5 ahb...@gmail.com wrote: > Only 1 chance because I'm living in Asia and the closest place I can buy > is from Blue Lug

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

2024-02-20 Thread Max S
ted by Microshift thumbies, Ultegra front and rear derailleurs >>>> Jagwire >>>> gold braided cable housing. >>>> >>>> Cockpit - Bosco bars and Nitto 130mm faceplate quill stem, harlequin >>>> wrapped with orange and yellow Newba

[RBW] Re: Production Riv with largest Stack / Reach ratio

2024-02-05 Thread Max S
It's carbon >> 4. It has a proprietary handlebar assembly >> 5. It is a step-through >> >> despite the disqualifiers it nails the stack/reach ratio question. >> >> Bill Lindsay >> El Cerrito, CA >> On Monday, February 5, 2024 at 10:57:45 AM UTC-8 Max S wrote

[RBW] Production Riv with largest Stack / Reach ratio

2024-02-05 Thread Max S
Question for the RBW braintrust: Which production Riv has the largest Stack / Reach ratio?.. For this quest, I'm curious if there's something out there that's >60cm stack and <38cm reach, and >61cm front-center, wondering if I can get there without a full-on custom. If not a Rivendell, what

Re: [RBW] Brake cables and housing

2024-02-04 Thread Max S
Modern housing lined with slick polymer on the interior and polished cables truly minimize maintenance needs. My cables and housing die mainly because I reconfigure my handlebar set-ups too frequently and wind up chopping housing too short or crimping the cable too much. That said, it's still

[RBW] Re: Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

2024-02-04 Thread Max S
So, I've got the ol' flip-flop hub, I've got a DOS freewheel and a Dingle cog, and I even hand the ENO double-ring crank (that I then passed on to Bill). In all this time riding SS & fixed, I've never actually stopped mid-ride to change the gearing. I guess my area isn't all that hilly, so

Re: [RBW] Re: Why baskets and front bags instead of rear panniers or perfect Rivendell saddlebags?

2024-02-01 Thread Neale S.
One reason to put some weight on the front of the bike is that all of your (body) weight is mostly on the rear already. On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 5:26:41 PM UTC-8 Stephen wrote: > I have basically the same reasoning as Ian, and also live in a city and > dont want to leave bags on my bike

[RBW] Re: Nitto R10

2024-01-28 Thread Dave S
https://tumbleweed.cc/collections/products/products/t-rack They also have the adapter for the fender mount that was mentioned earlier, On Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 11:33:34 PM UTC-5 Pam Bikes wrote: > Thanks all for your collective wisdom. I looked at it again and don't > think it would

[RBW] Re: External bottom brackets for dummies?

2024-01-21 Thread Max S
A different, but related question: I mistakenly bought the MTN version of a Shimano bottom bracket (external cups) for a recent 105 crank. Comparing to the old (road) BB, it looked to me like the only difference was the internal plastic sleeve length. I swapped in the old sleeve between the

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell and Brooks B68 short film

2024-01-21 Thread J S
Jock, I like some like the Hillborne, Saluki, Bleriot. I did try the newer longer Atlantis but it was not for me. I did want a Yves Gomez which is also not very long but the seller did not want to sell to me. Just as well as I found my much sought after Saluki. That is a beautiful bike. I hope

[RBW] Re: Leo Roadini on Brevet--SFR Del Puerto Canyon 200k ride report

2024-01-17 Thread Max S
eing really specific about it, on these group boards, there was a poster >> who claimed he can tell how full his water bottles are just by how fast his >> bike goes up a hill. I cannot tell how full my water bottles are by riding >> my bike up a hill. Two full water bottles is f

[RBW] Re: Feeler: ISO extra-small 26er?

2024-01-11 Thread Dave S
I have a red 1993 XO-3 48cm kicking around here somewhere. I'm in NJ. On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 12:46:08 PM UTC-5 Michael Morrissey wrote: > Hi Everyone, > > I'm thinking about getting a new bike for my wife. Currently, she has a > Trek FX. She likes it a lot, but I can't help but think

[RBW] Re: Maiden voyage with my new Homer

2024-01-07 Thread J S
Looks great, enjoy. On Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 2:52:27 PM UTC-5 Tim Bantham wrote: > Congrats Don! Looks like a nice build. My new Homer frameset is hanging in > my basement just waiting for me to hang some parts on it. Can't wait to get > it on the road!. > > On Saturday, January 6,

Re: [RBW] Los Angeles Riv Ride

2024-01-03 Thread Neale S.
17th is open for me! On Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 9:47:48 PM UTC-8 Brian Cunningham wrote: > It’s looking like Feb 17th is the winner so far. I work some Saturdays but > am confident I should be able to schedule myself off that day. So far we’re > mostly hearing from the

Re: [RBW] NYC Riv Ride?

2024-01-02 Thread J S
My home town, Far Rockaway. For safety stay on the boardwalk should you ride in Far Rockaway. The western part of the Rockaways is much safer these days. On Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 1:31:07 PM UTC-5 ryan.o...@gmail.com wrote: > Not sure about my plans but would love to be kept in the loop.

[RBW] Re: ROADINI in South Pasadena

2023-12-31 Thread Neale S.
 from Glassell Park, hope to see you out there. Sounds like we need another L.A. Riv Ride soon. On Sunday, December 31, 2023 at 3:31:44 PM UTC-5 Tony Lockhart wrote: > [image: IMG_2762.jpeg]Bike handles like a dream. Kinda of feel like I’ve > been riding it my entire life. It’s comfy,

[RBW] Re: "Grant hates toe clips."

2023-12-25 Thread J S
I rode with clips and straps for most of my riding years (started I believe with them in the mid ‘70’s on my first 10 speed. I tried clipless in the ‘90’s (frogs) but took a bad spill when I was unable to disengage hurting my leg, and back to clips and straps. After my second back surgery

[RBW] WTT: My Sam H frameset, 60cm, HiHo silver BNIB, for your 61.5cm A. Homer Hilsen

2023-12-18 Thread Andrew S
Hi folks, Very high chance of this going nowhere! I picked up a 60cm silver Sam Hillborne frameset from the last run, as I despaired of C ever receiving any Homers in Canada (still haven't), but I'd really really like a 61.5 Homer with downtube shifter mounts and caliper brakes (Jason F will

[RBW] Re: VBC chainring swap?

2023-12-15 Thread Max S
Yes, got a feeling this will work out! ;-) - Max On Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 5:05:26 PM UTC-5 saintruggler wrote: > PM sent. > > On Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 1:16:43 PM UTC-8 Michael Baquerizo > wrote: > >> >> hi all - i took my VBC chainrings off my appaloosa and theyre going

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

2023-12-04 Thread Max S
Sounds like a great idea, Bill! I really like the idea of a lower BB, what with the fatter tires. Any notes on how this will differ from the Ebisu All Purpose? - Max On Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 1:20:20 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > There are a number of threads on which I've mentioned a

[RBW] Re: Studs for Winter Riding?

2023-12-03 Thread John S
This has also been my experience with the Schwalbe Marathon Winter Plus (700c x 40mm). The studs grip very well on the ice, but if the packed snow/slush gets deep down enough that the tires don't sink though to the ice/pavement below, the studs have nothing to bite into, and one can lose

[RBW] Re: Newer Sam Hillborne/Toyo Atlantis crossover

2023-11-26 Thread J S
Cannot speak for the Atlantis but I have a Hillborne and think it can be used on streets, gravel, dirt paths. It can fit 48mm tires without fenders, a really nice bike with shorter chainstays than Riv is favoring on 90% of their current bikes. For me that was the decision point. On Saturday,

Re: [RBW] Susie Longbolts – offload yours on me or talk me out of it?!

2023-11-26 Thread Max S
t;>> Bikepacking? YES! 29 x 2.6 @ 16-18psi (tubeless) and it rolls over >>> everything. It’s just a great, fun as hell bike. When I rode a friend’s >>> Susie I really did not notice the weight difference. What I can say is the >>> front end might be

[RBW] Susie Longbolts – offload yours on me or talk me out of it?!

2023-11-20 Thread Max S
Thinking of getting a fatter-tired bike going for casual Zone 2 sorties and quiet trail riding. (Mainly need a frame as an excuse to use my idle Bullmoose bars... so it goes.) If you have a Susie, what's your experience been like? Would you recommend it and for what? Should I try to find a 56

[RBW] Re: Compliments

2023-11-16 Thread J S
I live in the northeast and after all of these years only had one person say nice bike. Not sure if it was the Hillborne or the Saluki. This person did not know it was a rivendell, they were not riding but walking at the time. Of course there are less Rivs here than in the Bay Area. On

[RBW] WTB: Roadini 57cm

2023-11-13 Thread Neale S.
Anyone sitting on a complete or a frameset? -- 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.com. To view this

[RBW] FS: Musa Shorts - ranger green/navy, medium

2023-11-03 Thread Neale S.
MUSA shorts, purchased earlier this year. These are the ranger green/navy colorblocked variety. Very good used condition. One very minor scuff on the front, and the gusset has the faint beginnings of some pilling. Freshly cleaned but note that these pants *existed* in the same household as

[RBW] Ceramic coating the paint

2023-10-25 Thread John S
In the recent 'Who's getting a Platypus tomorrow?' thread, one list member mentioned "ceramic coating the paint before building [the bike] up." I'm very interested to hear more about ceramic coating from the group's collective experience and wisdom. My one major frustration with my Rivendells

Re: [RBW] Re: Boise to San Francisco bicycle route

2023-10-25 Thread Jim S.
thank you to all for the excellent, helpful responses so far. On Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 1:24:17 PM UTC-6 RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > That was my experience as well when I did the Pacific Coast tour in 2000. > I live in San Diego so I basically flew up to BC and rode home. The book > was

[RBW] Boise to San Francisco bicycle route

2023-10-23 Thread Jim S.
Hi, I understand that I can use Google or other sources to research a preferable route. But I was wondering if anyone in the group has done all or part of this ride? I"d be curious about routes you chose, etc. Thank you for any ideas. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2023-10-15 Thread Max S
I'll also chime in to say that Paul brakes have some advantageous features (e.g., continuous spring tension adjustability), but also some features that I find infuriating in actual use, and a few instances of downright poor mechanical design. One design flaw is the fully threaded mounting bolt

[RBW] Re: FS: Dark Realm Wald 139 Basket Bags (Pink! and Drip Camo)

2023-10-07 Thread S. Greco
Hi I'm interested in the drip camo if you are willing to ship to Providence, RI 02909 On Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 11:33:24 AM UTC-4 Justin Kennedy wrote: > Both are for a big Wald (139) and have the OG ghost logo rather than the > new lightning bolt logo. Pics available upon request. > >

[RBW] Re: Perfection from the last newsletter

2023-10-02 Thread John S
It looks like a Panaracer Dart (https://www.panaracerusa.com/products/smoke-dart-classic-folding-mtb-tires-1?variant=39891591921826) On Monday, October 2, 2023 at 10:17:18 PM UTC-5 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: Pretty gnarly tread on those tires. Who knows the make and model of those tires ?

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-09-28 Thread Max S
Indeed... Very very tempted... but not local. Note to others interested on sizing of these... a "60 cm" SO will fit closer to a "58 cm" QB, IME. - Another Max On Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 7:42:12 AM UTC-4 weste...@gmail.com wrote: > The 60 cm SimpleOne in AZ is being offered by the

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-09-16 Thread J S
Someone got a deal. On Sat, Sep 16, 2023 at 7:57 PM Max S wrote: > Did anyone here buy that?.. Curious about some slight geo diffs. between > the SO and the QB, like BB drop, setback, front-center... > > - Max "curious minds" in A2 > > On Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-09-16 Thread Max S
nusual Homer! Double tube, darker blue than I'm used to seeing. Nice >>> build. Oddly the listing makes no mention of the 3x1 drivetrain. >>> >>> On Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 9:16:12 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: >>> >>>> Cheviot f/f/hs >>>

[RBW] Re: Aging cyclists (was upright bars and geometry)

2023-09-14 Thread J S
Ted, very timely. I took my Saluki out the other day and yesterday my back was screaming. I just turned 72 and my back has been an issue since my 40’s, why I started riding Rivendells. Today I will ride my Hillborne. To make it fair I took the 48mm tires off and put 42’s on like on the Saluki

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Update

2023-09-09 Thread J S
Also, shout out to > Hunter Nugz for easy brake adjustment and VO for their integrated decaleur > (i had difficulty finding one that could handle the relatively short bag > height and high handlebar). > > Enjoy! Totally open to any suggestions or recommendations if you would >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Tall Stack, Short Reach Threadless Stem

2023-09-02 Thread Dave S
https://tinyurl.com/yff3arxv Seems to be the same as the Analog Gnome Hopper. On Friday, September 1, 2023 at 5:13:35 PM UTC-4 captaincon...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm *finally *building my BMC Monstercross, and I think I need a tall > stack, short reach threadless stem with a removable faceplate

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-28 Thread J S
Grants sizing was so different then. Would that be a 53 by todays and everyone else’s yesterday standards? On Mon, Aug 28, 2023 at 7:53 PM Eric Marth wrote: > Wow that Heron is deluxe as hell! > > On Monday, August 28, 2023 at 3:55:37 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote: > >> Another local sale only and no

[RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho vs. Nitto Albatross

2023-08-28 Thread J S
I switched to Choco bars in 2020 from Albatross bars. I have never regretted the switch, seems like I have extra hand room and added comfort. On Friday, August 25, 2023 at 1:51:07 PM UTC-4 David Pulsipher wrote: > Hi there, > > I've been using the Nitto Albatross now for over 13 years - and

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-21 Thread J S
That Hillborne seems very cheap for a complete bike. On Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 11:01:32 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > SAM HILLBORNE > 57cm > 1200 > San Francisco, CA > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/d/portola-valley-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7657012769.html > -- You received

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Ibex merino cycling shorts (Made in USA)

2023-08-16 Thread J S
Ibex made great products when they were in VT before they sold their name. These are the good ones. On Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 7:56:42 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Now $40 plus shipping to you :o) > > On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 11:48:43 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > >>

[RBW] Re: Wheel Builder

2023-08-15 Thread J S
Not close to you but I used Peter White on my last wheels and have been very pleased. He is meticulous. On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 7:49:49 PM UTC-4 Josh C wrote: > Thanks. I've heard of Sugar but didn't think of that, I'll look into them. > > On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 2:13:14 PM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: Advice sought: mounting Nitto M12 or similar front rack to Paul cantis

2023-08-08 Thread S. Greco
d need something like > an M6x40? > > -- > Bob > > On Monday, August 7, 2023 at 4:00:35 PM UTC-6 S. Greco wrote: > >> I recommend using spacers instead of the rack adapters. The rack >> adapters are heavy, and they make it annoying to adjust the brakes. I used

[RBW] Re: A College Clem

2023-08-07 Thread Max S
When I was a kid, I had a Specialized Ascent (?) MTB stolen from an apartment complex parking "garage". I had bought that bike with my paper route & other kid job money, so it really hurt! In grad school, I also had an XT seatpost & Ti Flite saddle stolen from my MB2 parked in front of a

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

2023-08-04 Thread J S
Garth, looks really nice. Are they made in Taiwan? Enjoy On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 4:09 PM Garth wrote: > I pre-ordered the VO Rando today. Through the 6th the frames are > discounted 20% for pre-orders. I hadn't even been aware of them. Road bike > heaven, Yippee ! > > I finally got the drop

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

2023-08-03 Thread John S
I have had good luck covering smallish cuts with Gorilla Tape on the inside of the tire. I was able to successfully repair a tire with a larger slice in it using a very inexpensive radial tire patch kit (I used this one:

Re: [RBW] New Member Introduction—Sam Hillborne commuter

2023-07-30 Thread J S
I’m west of both of you, East Longmeadow. My rides have been in this area as well as Northampton and Amherst and parts of Connecticut. I’ve never seen another Rivendell in the 26 years I have been riding here starting with my first Rivendell Road in 1997. On Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 6:45:59 

Re: [RBW] Best Riv Rando Bike

2023-07-28 Thread John S
Here is a thread from a few years ago with additional thoughts on "Randonneuring on Rivendells": https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/EcVMZgXBmqY/m/Jj05ZEW4AwAJ On Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 11:15:24 AM UTC-5 RichS wrote: > Adding to Jason's success with the Hillborne, an

[RBW] FS: Nitto SP72 Jaguar 27.2mm seatpost

2023-07-25 Thread Andrew S
My first 'FS' post, let's try this and hope for the best This was on my recently acquired 62cm Saluki (photos and/or ride report to follow once I've got it properly set up..). On that note, huge thanks to Todd T in Hercules (not sure if he's on the list), the purchase and shipping

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

2023-07-24 Thread J S
For some of us who have had back pain with more modern bikes Rivendells have always been a breath of fresh air. I started buying them in 1997 and have not looked back, they made riding possible for me again. I do prefer the Rivs with the shorter for Riv chainstays. Nice bikes for those of us who

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Koma Lights in-stock at Analog

2023-07-22 Thread J S
I think the last ones I got were from Crust. I bought some from Blue Lug previously. On Friday, July 21, 2023 at 4:15:05 PM UTC-4 Mackenzy Albright wrote: > I fully submerged mine under water for over an hour accidentally. The > switch got kind of weird but it still worked for close to a year

[RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

2023-07-20 Thread J S
on it and 42’s on the Saluki. Speed is a non issue or will be when my knees let me ride again. As I get older a go fast bike would be at the bottom of my list, but I did love my old go fast bikes when I was much younger. On Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 9:14:40 PM UTC-4 brenton...@gmail.com wrote

[RBW] bike mechanic in Boise

2023-07-19 Thread Jim S.
Hi, is there anyone with knowledge of Boise, Idaho who can recommend a bike mechanic? Thanks in advance for any info. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted post worries

2023-07-16 Thread J S
I better post more often as I like selling on this list and giving good deals. It seems scams are all around us. On Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 9:30:31 AM UTC-4 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > Ted Wood, > > I got caught up in a spider web with Anita Batya most recently for those > *REW10 > WORKS*

[RBW] Re: Kucharik wool shorts with real chamois or Andiamos under street shorts

2023-07-09 Thread J S
in them. I should be a medium so you can base it on that. The pad itself is minimal at best. Good luck. On Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 10:02:59 AM UTC-4 J S wrote: > Patrick, I’ve never worn anything more comfortable than Kucharik wool > shorts. I had my time with synthetic skin tight

[RBW] Re: Kucharik wool shorts with real chamois or Andiamos under street shorts

2023-07-08 Thread J S
Patrick, I’ve never worn anything more comfortable than Kucharik wool shorts. I had my time with synthetic skin tight shorts and bib shorts but without high pads and while ok the Kucharik were still the most comfortable. On Friday, July 7, 2023 at 7:59:02 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > I

[RBW] Re: New member confession.

2023-06-19 Thread J S
David, sorry to hear about your situation. I hope you can continue to ride for longer than you think you will but understand your concerns as I have seen friends with Parkinson’s and how each person seems to have different challenges. Good luck with your sale, try to keep one for as long as

[RBW] Re: I spy a yellow Platypus

2023-06-07 Thread J S
Great color. It may be my favorite, enjoy. On Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 8:06:52 PM UTC-4 sarahlik...@gmail.com wrote: > Yes, this is the dream realized Yellow Platypus! And I have been very very > absent from social media because I cannot stop riding this bike! > > > On Friday, June 2, 2023

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54ish Bleriot in Massachusetts

2023-06-05 Thread J S
More info on Bleriot sizing https://sheldonbrown.com/harris/rivendell/bleriotgeometry.pdf On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 10:20 AM J S wrote: > Here is a 51cm > > https://www.hoopriderparts.com/product/rivendell-bleriot-51cm-lugged-chromoly-frame-and-fork > > > On Mon, Jun 5, 20

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54ish Bleriot in Massachusetts

2023-06-05 Thread J S
Here is a 51cm https://www.hoopriderparts.com/product/rivendell-bleriot-51cm-lugged-chromoly-frame-and-fork On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 10:18 AM J S wrote: > Just read the rest of your comment Johnny. I cannot see the picture as I > am not on Social Media. If you owned a 53 then you woul

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54ish Bleriot in Massachusetts

2023-06-05 Thread J S
in the photo? I think the 53 would have had one, not sure about the 51. On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 10:08 AM J S wrote: > Johnny, the Bleriot came in 53 & 55cm. They are not sized like current > Rivendells. A 55cm would be like todays 51.5 or 52cm bike. THE 54 Saluki > would be like a 5

[RBW] Re: FS: 54ish Bleriot in Massachusetts

2023-06-05 Thread J S
Johnny, the Bleriot came in 53 & 55cm. They are not sized like current Rivendells. A 55cm would be like todays 51.5 or 52cm bike. THE 54 Saluki would be like a 51cm Hillborne by todays sizing. On Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 10:52:19 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > I think their measurements are

[RBW] Free for pickup, 650B tires, East Longmeadow, MA

2023-05-22 Thread J S
I will cross post to the 650B group I have 3 sets of tires taking up space. These have been in my basement for years but look good. New, 2 Roly Poly I believe, 650B X38 Used minimally, Grand Bois Cypress 650B x 32 Another pair of 650B x 32, Panaracer, I will mess the name up, Cul de le Vie.

[RBW] Re: New crank?

2023-05-17 Thread John S
Doug - There's more info, including a schematic, in the 8/25/22 "Blahg." It's near the end. https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/grant-petersens-blog/done-done-wrong-proably-still-doing-wrong On Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 8:46:52 PM UTC-5 Doug Van Cleve wrote: > Howdy folks. > > Have there been any pics

[RBW] Phil Rivy hub axle OLD 130->126->120 respacing

2023-05-16 Thread Max S
Question for those who might know... I've got a Phil hubbed wheelset, the rear uses what I believe is a Rivy hub, freewheel version. I could be mis-remembering, but I believe the idea was to use flanges and spacing that basically make front and rear use the same length spokes. At any rate, the

[RBW] Has anyone tried Suntect UV shirts

2023-05-11 Thread J S
Prices are very good, no knowledge of these shirts. Any info would be helpful. https://www.amazon.com/New-Arrivals/b/?_encoding=UTF8=17020138011_=sv_sl_6 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Lovely Blue Riv Custom

2023-04-17 Thread John S
If you look closely, the hub is a White XMRT, which is their tandem hub (145mm spacing, QR, disk compatible). I wonder if the rear dropout has 145 mm spacing, and, if so, what the rationale was for designing it that way. On Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 4:43:33 PM UTC-5 Ryan wrote: So did I

[RBW] Re: FS: Brand new Clem-H 45 - $1700 plus $150 to pack and ship

2023-04-16 Thread Jim S.
bump - 1550 plus 150 to pack and ship. On Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 10:58:45 PM UTC-5 Jim S. wrote: > bump. 1600 plus 150 to pack and ship > > On Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:21:42 AM UTC-5 Jim S. wrote: > >> No pedals or saddles. Never been ridden. Been in climate-controlled

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