Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Rosco Bubbe is down in the books as bike #7 in my 200 miles on 10 bikes challenge. The Medium Mountain Step Thru went out with a bang, on a classic Riv-content ride. Out my front door, to the top of Mount Diablo and back to my front door.

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Thanks for posting the graphic, Philip. You did a nice job. I remember running across that catalog page years ago, and tried with no success to find it during the most recent mixte discussion. I am of the opinion that mixte in this sense does not mean co-ed, but "dual" or "mixed" as in the

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I'm pretty lax with the mixte ("co-ed") designation personally, but you may have seen this graphic on my site. It is my production artwork, copied from a picture of a catalog page. http://www.biketinker.com/2014/bike-art/types-of-step-through-frames/ Philip www.biketinker.com Santa Rosa, CA

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I had several small projects on the workstand this week. I laced up a couple new wheels, and did several tire swaps on a few of my bikes. The result of the tire swaps left me with a pair of Compass Babyshoe Pass Extralights that could go in the tire box, or could go on another bike. So, I

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I was convinced that I was going to have the bike repainted. I decided to not do so. Mainly due to the fact that I have a Roadini coming next that I am definitely going to have repainted. Decided to not put the extra money into the mixte. Not sure I really like the color but I will live with

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Harsh directional light doesn't flatter that color much, bit in foggy conditions out in the wild it looks great. I think this might be a concept/category that Rivendell could exploit with good success in the near future! At least until it gets copied. This looks kinda like what I was hoping my

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Haibike makes hi-step and low-step versions of their ebikes, which correlate well to the H and L designations Riv uses for the Clem. This seems a much simpler descriptor than trying to explain when a step-through is not a mixte and vice-versa. Btw, the BLUG announced that RBW would be closed

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Mark explained he was not referring to the name Medium Mountain Mixte that I used in the subject line of this thread, but was referring to Rivendell's referential use of the term Mixte when describing a non-Mixte design I think I understand better now. Thanks. Why would somebody who knows

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Conversely, the Clem L has a more elegant, "dutch bike" look IMO. Which is a pleasant surprise for me: I've always liked Rivs and always liked step-through omafiets..I never thought I'd see the two converge. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Thanks, Jeremy, that answers my question. I suspected it probably had a shorter tt since it was not designed specifically for the Bosco bar. I think the look of the Rosco M is a bit more rugged/masculine than the Clem L. On Sunday, September 3, 2017 at 10:40:08 AM UTC-4, Jeremy Tavan wrote: >

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I was not particularly trying to make a point, just making light conversation/speculation. Sorry that apparently did not come across. Yes, I too know what the Rosco project is about. And I'm not offended by the term mixte being used. That would be silly. Nor did I think or imply that you or

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Bill that is a sweet build! Love all the touches and getting to see it in it's element. Definitely a bike with attitude. -- 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,

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Congrats Bill on your new bike and many happy miles/trails! -- 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.

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Paul asked for shots of my new bike out on the trails. Friday and Saturday were record-breakingly hot in the Bay Area, and I had family stuff going on, so I treated myself to two (TWO!) consecutive days off the bike. Today will be warm, but nothing like the last two days, so I got out at

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

On Sunday, September 3, 2017 at 6:15:20 AM UTC-7, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Which brings me to another question: What are the effective geometry/other > design differences between the MMMs and the Clem Ls (other than the lift a > tube, which the Clem L already naturally possesses)? Shorter

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I don't follow what point you are making. Rivendell hasn't adopted any particular nomenclature besides two. Rosco Bubbe and R05C0 8U883. They know what a Mixte is and know how bugged people get over the naming. I refer to it as Medium Mountain Mixte just because of alliteration and to tell my

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

This Rosco design is my favorite. But as you mention here, it is most definitely not a mixte. I suppose I am being picky, but curious as to why Rivendell chose this nomenclature for a bicycle design that does not have the extra set of seat stays, and is most definitely not a mixte frame. Why

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Thanks all. This bike features the new Silver tapered seat tube. It flares to 31.8mm about halfway down. Those of you who are assembling a build kit for your LBS to build might get caught off guard by that detail. The CX70 front derailleur Is a 31.8mm clamp with optional spacers so I was

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Nicely done as always Bill! -- 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 post to this group, send email

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

awesome build! On Friday, September 1, 2017 at 12:26:29 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > Patrick Moore very politely requested final build photos. Nothing is ever > "final", of course, but here we are. > > > >

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

These bikes are so awesome. That is perfect. Arg! I want. -J On Sep 1, 2017, 10:00 AM -0700, Bill Lindsay , wrote: > I have in reserve a sapphire blue Flite saddle from ~1997, and I thought > about running that to tie in with the Shopsack.  With a Flite saddle on it, I >

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I have in reserve a sapphire blue Flite saddle from ~1997, and I thought about running that to tie in with the Shopsack. With a Flite saddle on it, I imagine I could get an even higher PMAQ (Patrick Moore Approval Quotient). If this Niner generic saddle isn't perfect, then I'll switch to the

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Thanks you. I could ride one of those! On Fri, Sep 1, 2017 at 10:26 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Patrick Moore very politely requested final build photos. Nothing is ever > "final", of course, but here we are. > > > >

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

That is a very cool bike, Bill. Very very cool. I'm having trouble not cussing about how cool it is. I can't wait to see photos of it out on the trails. Paul in ATL On Friday, September 1, 2017 at 12:26:29 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > Patrick Moore very politely requested final build

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Patrick Moore very politely requested final build photos. Nothing is ever "final", of course, but here we are. Frameset: Rosco Bubbe Medium Mountain Mixte.

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Nice setup so far. Be sure to post final build photos (please). On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 6:44 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > > > > I picked up

[RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I feel like Thru axles are essentially frame integrated bolt ons. -J -- 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] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I guess I really don't need it, but I find QRs to be convenient and a nice plus. What gives? Security concerns? -- 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

[RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I'd try to find bar tape for the lift-a-tube to match the stem color. It's already looking like a fun machine, however I hope there's a front rack and basket in its future. In a word, APPROVE. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Well then. I never knew I needed a red lugged stem, but here we are! -- 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] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I fully agree with your QR stance. Awesome build-keep us updated! -- 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] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I love it. Jay -- 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 post to this group, send email to

[RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Red lugged(?) stem. What/how? -- 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 post to this group, send

[RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Sweet! -- 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 post to this group, send email to

[RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

I picked up my Rosco Bubbe Medium Mountain Mixte frameset today and threw it right on the stand. 1. grind off the lawyer lips 2. wrap the lift-a-tube 3.