[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

Did you use the repair bay at Missing Link? That's where I learned to work on bikes before I had my own tools. -- 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] Re: Rough drive train issue

No, not the Missing Like. It is called the Bike Kitchen in the Mission. http://bikekitchen.org/ On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 4:50:59 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Did you use the repair bay at Missing Link? That's where I learned to work > on bikes before I had my own tools. -- You

Re: [RBW] Bike Article

Nice one it also mentions Surly and Crust bikes :-) On Tue, Oct 1, 2019 at 12:26 PM Jonathan D. wrote: > https://www.outsideonline.com/2402806/its-almost-impossible-buy-bad-bike > > If you make it to the end the writer calls out both Rivendell and Jones > bikes. > > -- > You received this

[RBW] Re: Recommend a film camera

The 35rc was claimed. Now I have 3 An xa-2 point and shoot. A 35rc which is likely as manual as I’ll go. a pen-ee2, which is a half frame camera I’m excited about. All are olympus’ so I guess I’m an Olympus person? Not by design, more that All 4 were bought under my 200$ budget. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommend a film camera

Drw: I have two of those cameras. The XA2, IMHO, is one of the best film cameras for cycling. Leave the focus on the default setting and your shots will be in focus 90% of the time. Go to the infinity setting if you stop to take a picture of the landscape. Pretty rugged, and the clamshell

[RBW] Bike Article

https://www.outsideonline.com/2402806/its-almost-impossible-buy-bad-bike If you make it to the end the writer calls out both Rivendell and Jones bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Gosh I miss Velouria. I don't think I ever knew her real name. -- 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

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

wowza, that is a special rig at a completely reasonable price (!) On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 9:38:00 PM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote: > > I think all the models you mention with extra seat stays going to the rear > dropout are considered "actual" mixtes. (See Sheldon Brown >

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Leah, 57 & the bike garage is past capacity! Some things I don't use much or that are duplicates will hafta go! The Mixte would have slotted nicely in between my Clementine/cruisers/mountain bikes & the Atlantis/Bombora/roadish bikes. Although, it might be too close in execution/set up to my

[RBW] “Converting” a Cheviot to Betty Foy

Resale isn’t an issue. Worst case, if I do resell, I’m ok taking what little hit there would be. Most vinyl stickers are fairly easy to take off with a little heat and goo gone and/or WD40. My main concern is I don’t want it to look tacky. Maybe it might. Just depending on who puts on the

[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

An absolutely beautiful bike. On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 8:39:37 AM UTC-5, Will wrote: > > This is my wife's Riv mixte. It has 650B wheels and clearance for 42-44mm > tires with fenders. Sometimes you have to look backwards for the "prize". > Riv made this bike 15 years ago. It is still

Re: [RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Ann, wouldn’t it be fabulous?! This bike will look great on you. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 30, 2019, at 5:19 PM, 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > >  > If it comes in a dark, rich, red with sparkles and cream accents with those > beautiful lugs, I am in ;) > > > -- > You

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

I think all the models you mention with extra seat stays going to the rear dropout are considered "actual" mixtes. (See Sheldon Brown *:.) I've always been curious about the etymology of this word as used to describe bicycles. In most translations, it

[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

This weekend I decided to replace my bottom bracket to try to fix the problem since it is a relatively cheap part (Shimano UN-55). I haven't ever done it before so I figured it would be a fun exercise. The original size turned out to be a 110mm while the replacement was 113mm. The threads in

[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

The BB was brand new and installed by a reputable shop. I don't suspect there was anything wrong at all with the BB since it only had ~500 miles on it. I suppose I could have sorted that out by reinstalling the BB after cleaning the threads, but alas, I didn't. On Monday, September 30, 2019

[RBW] “Converting” a Cheviot to Betty Foy

You don't want to do anything that messes up resale later, so I can't be advise slapping stickers on that may not peel off well. A full repaint would be lovely but expensive, and then again resale might be limited by the gender-specific name. So basically it's her bike and her money, but I'd

[RBW] “Converting” a Cheviot to Betty Foy

Well I’d rather have a Cheviot than a Betty! You buy the Chev, mail it to me and I’ll send you the Betz 浪 -- 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] “Converting” a Cheviot to Betty Foy

Christmas will be here before we know it. I wanted to get my wife a new bike as a present. She’s not really in love with her Surly trucker I built for her 5 years ago. She would like a step through and when I showed her a picture of an old Betty Foy, she loved it. Mainly the name! 浪 I was

[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

How old was the bottom bracket? Those Shimano sealed units usually last a very long time. So if it was new and I abused, I’d probably say it was the gunk. I’ve had creaks and groans from dirty BB shells. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Rough drive train issue

Regardless of the cause, though, the grinding gave me an excuse to dismantle and reinstall every component on the bike over the past couple months which I have always wanted to learn to do. Fortunately having the bike co-op close made that easy and provided guidance when YouTube videos didn't

[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

If it comes in a dark, rich, red with sparkles and cream accents with those beautiful lugs, I am in ;) -- 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] Re: Rough drive train issue

No, not the Missing Link. It is called the Bike Kitchen and is located in the Mission. http://bikekitchen.org/ On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 4:50:59 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Did you use the repair bay at Missing Link? That's where I learned to work > on bikes before I had my own

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Yes, what Joe says is correct. I’m not asking about new paint or an old model, I’m asking who’s interested in the rumored upcoming project Rivendell tempted us with. So, two people interested so far! Sent from my iPad > On Sep 30, 2019, at 7:33 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Leah is gauging

Re: [RBW] Tires for Clementine

Seems the dust might be from the brake pads wearing themselves. On Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 4:20:09 AM UTC-7, Conway Bennett wrote: > > The black specs are probably and rubber from the tire rubbing, check your > brake pads to see if they aren't hitting the sidewall near the bead. --

[RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Leah, have you considered getting one of your frames painted exactly the colors you want? That $350 would at least allow you to see how badly (or not) you need to pay literally 10x more for a custom the same color. I can vouch for Rick Stefani’s paint jobs. He repainted my Roadini and it

[RBW] 64cm Clem L for sale ☹️

I’d say you should consult with an attorney to weigh your options  -- 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] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Sell the Riv's that would be dupilcate, apply the funds to the custom and make it your main, if not only bike. FWIW, I had a pretty serious vintage bike collection 9 full bikes, many frames and many parts. Like many folks, I just kept constructing the same bike over & over because it was what I

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Brian is my new idol. I’m in the same loop. I keep on building up: - 29er steel hardtails - 700c versatile cross type bikes - sometimes an old UJB (or UAB if it’s an old Trek) I have a dream to focus and downsize to just two, maybe my Jones for mountain biking and something else for running

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Yes and no... Riv has had a big mixte offer. The Glorius => became the Foy => became the Cheviot => became the Clem L. >From a coverage perspective, just about everyone who wants a mixte, over the last 15 years has been covered. Plus, each iteration has been further budgetized which suggests

[RBW] WTB English Rain coat

Dear Matthew, I will enthusiastically second Hilltrek, either their greenspot jacket (size up if you have long arms) or their "braemar hybrid smock", which is a half-zip hooded jacket with a double-ventile upper half. I have had four Hilltrek jackets. I am too sweaty/run too hot for Analogy

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

"There's no reason for Riv to do an anniversary mixte when they have the most distilled design for an all-rounder step thru possible for $1650." If there was "no reason" then the bike never would have been proposed. The Clem L is a budget bike with very stout welded tubes, which is nothing like

[RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

What size are you? Isn’t there a nice, nos Glorius out east? I’m thinking it was in Boston. If it fit me, I would be very tempted and it would be significantly cheaper than a custom. Best regards, Matt in Oswego, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

This is my wife's Riv mixte. It has 650B wheels and clearance for 42-44mm tires with fenders. Sometimes you have to look backwards for the "prize". Riv made this bike 15 years ago. It is still leading edge. Will On Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 10:48:21 PM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!

[RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Leah is gauging interest in the bike Grant presented with the swoopy double toptubes and that lug that may have a hummingbird in it. Yes, I want one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Leah, like you the idea of giving up on the Anniversary Mixte & having a custom built has been brewing in the back of my mind. But that's a big chunk of stuff to bite off! I have bought 3 bikes in the last 18 months, so I think I'll sit back and take the wait & see approach for now. I am

[RBW] Spindle length for TA Cyclotouriste on Roadini?

Just grabbed a TA Cyclotouriste for my Roadini without overthinking it as I usually do, price was right and it already had 46/30 rings. Need to order a BB now, is anyone else running the same or similar setup? I'm fairly sure 118mm is the right spindle length, that's what VO recommends for

[RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

We live near UC Berkeley, and my wife and I find ourselves talking about how visible or invisible commuter cyclists are on the street as we drive around on errands, etc. One needs to drive cautiously, because few cyclists around here obey the traffic laws. What we've noticed is how often

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

The Glorius you have is not the bike this thread is about. -- 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] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

I use the construction vest over regular clothing. I like these better than the cycling-specific or sport ones because, in my experience, they tend to be higher quality and not such a fitted fit. Also, pockets. And yeah, it's a bit (a lot?) on the dorky side. Years ago I glided past a group of

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Assorted Rivendell Baggins Bags, plus Acorn handlebar bag and Velo-Orange seat bag

priority, please! i'll send the funds over soon, thanks! Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 30, 2019, at 4:42 AM, Julian Westerhout wrote: > > A number of bags have sold. The following are still available: > > Rivendell Baggins Pa Cartright panniers with Arkel mounts — He added Arkel > mounts on

[RBW] Re: Spindle length for TA Cyclotouriste on Roadini?

Sheldon likely used a 115 as his frame had 126mm rear spacing. A 130/135mm rear can use a wider one. What length will also depend on the brand of BB as there are differences in left/right differential between say TA, Phil Wood, Shimano and SKS. Chainline itself anyways isn't limited to any

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Joe I am not arguing with you. We are both Riv fans and we both have several Riv bikes. Leah posted a wish for a very special Riv mixte. I get that. We have several mixtes in the garage. I've ridden one for years. My point was to suggest if Riv was not going forward with an Anniversary Mixte

[RBW] Re: Bike with Riv-like geometry for kids - gravel

Find a vintage Trek road (4XX, 5XX or 6XX series to keep the price down) bike in a smaller size. I set one up for my son. Ran 32mm tires with fenders and upright bars. Weighed about 26lbs and with 7 speed index thumb shifters, it was super simple for him to get the hang of. When he out grew

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

The Glorius we have takes 48 mm fenders and 42-44 mm 650B tires. Its design is not different than a drop tube Hilson. It is light and responsive. What would RIv do to improve it? I guess they could fuss with the wheel base to get to 55mm tires. But unless you weigh over 200 pounds, what is the

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Eric, The old Trek 710's etal are what got me started down the slippery bike slope! I still get the that "feeling" when I see one locally and for relatively cheap and have to go ride my hilsen to steady my nerves! On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 12:08:05 PM UTC-4, Eric Daume wrote: > > Brian

[RBW] Re: Recommend a film camera

I'm tempted by your offer, but already doing pretty well with my current line-up (I use 2 Olympus Stylus Epics, a Canon AE-1, and a digital Canon 5D). You said you now have 4 cameras--I'm curious what the others are! Is the 35RC a must-have? I would take it off your hands if nobody else

[RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

I don't really like the pool noodle thing (it sticks out too far and makes the bike too wide), but I found putting one of the big triangles on a basket traffic side on my commuter bike seems to have improved the car passing distance.

[RBW] 64cm Clem L for sale ☹️

Good point Alex! I used to work with a fellow who had a disagreeable German Sheppard dog. The long suffering girlfriend finally put her foot down and told him "it's me or the dog". He chose the dog. IanA Disclaimer: I thought he made the wrong choice. It was a dreadful dog. -- You received

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

What makes the Anniversary Mixte special is that it is an actual Mixte with twin top tubes. As far as I know, this would be a first for a non-custom Rivendell. I have a Betty Foy (now claimed by my wife - she loves the hearts in the lugs and the paint), a Clementine, a Roscoe Bubbe Medium

[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Brian, I know of what you speak. Too many choices breeds dissatisfaction. Maybe because it’s overwhelming? From 2012-2019 I had only one bike, the Betty, and I was happy. Since its inception, Rivendell changed several things in their philosophy, and I became desirous. Those Cheviots arrived on

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Masmojo, I knew I’d hear from you. I remember you being excited about that mixte. I don’t know your age, but but I’m under 40 and I feel like you - I just want a forever bike to take me through the rest of my life. I don’t want to keep obsessing about details and what I wish the bike did and

[RBW] Re: Bike with Riv-like geometry for kids - gravel

Jared, I looked for a mixte and it came down to Brooklyn that Joe Bernard recommended, and Handsome Cycles. I think Linus and Public also makes them. I liked the Brooklyn because was a REAL step thru (not a trip thru, as in raise your foot enough when you step thru or else you'll trip).

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

OK Will. Just let me know when you’re ready for your 51 Appaloosa! -- 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] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Thing is the Glorious & Wilbury are not readily available & rarely come available used in the ~53 size range. The last time one popped up here it was gone before I could make a run at it. So, getting one basically means "Custom" @ this point. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

I do see your points here, but I wonder if the mixte market is truly thin, or if it’s alive and well and that is why so many versions have been offered. I remember Grant saying something on the Blug or Blagh about how well the Cheviots were selling and that it was a surprise. He discontinued

Re: [RBW] A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

In the San Fernando valley of LA, a big benefit I find to a step through is that if I get stuck at the pavement loop triggered traffic signals, I can quickly hop off the bike, put it on the kickstand and dash over and press the beg button. I wouldn’t be in the market for the Anniversary mixte,

Re: [RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

My friend's nickname given to him by his roadie clubmates is Caltrans. He wears that with a badge of honor! Toshi On Mon, Sep 30, 2019 at 9:47 AM Mark Roland wrote: > I use the construction vest over regular clothing. I like these better > than the cycling-specific or sport ones because, in

[RBW] Re: Recommendations on cycling to Rivendell and around San Francisco and the Bay Area

Hi Ana -- I live in Santa Cruz County and there are a lot of great places to ride around here. If you have time, check out Wilder Ranch in Santa Cruz. The Ohlone Bluff Trail is a beautiful ride: https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7011557/ohlone-bluff-trail. Have fun! Yakeen -- You received

[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

“Those who know don’t talk. Those who talk don’t know. Close your mouth, block off your senses, blunt your sharpness, untie your knots, soften your glare, settle your dust. This is the primal identity" *Lao Tzu* On Monday, September 30, 2019 at 4:39:00 AM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > Seems I'm

[RBW] Re: A Genuine Pretend Anniversary Mixte

Seems I'm all out of "practical advice" ... Questioning and reasoning and rationalizing is like pretending your *Doggie present in the room,* isn't present , and pretending-scheming-plotting how to make Doggie become present. All silly of course as Doogie is present the whole time

[RBW] Re: FS: Assorted Rivendell Baggins Bags, plus Acorn handlebar bag and Velo-Orange seat bag

A number of bags have sold. The following are still available: Rivendell Baggins Pa Cartright panniers with Arkel mounts — He added Arkel mounts on a plate to these to make them easy to attach securely and remove quickly, but the mounts are attached through the Baggins grommets, so can be

[RBW] Re: Make my AHH look less tempting!

Eric, One option if you're regularly parking in the same place is to leave one or more u-locks locked to the rack so they are there when you want to lock up but you don't have to lug them back and forth from home (I'm assuming that you can store your bike inside at home). I did this for