If you disregard the Bridgestone/early GP provenance, it's just another
90's road bike with limited clearance for tires. I would be inclined to
value it for much the same as your previously owned Fuji Team. The Fuji
may have had lighter tubing than the RB1 so the bikes may ride quite
different
One of the main reasons I have ridden SPD on my bikes for distance riding
is for the foot support SPD shoes have offered and the fact I am not
chewing up or wearing out all my shoes and runners. For commuting, I tend
to wear light weight hiking boots and those work great with flat pedals. I
rar
Hi Partick,
That would be Natsuko Hirose I believe (I could be wrong and normally
am).
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Bqn2MZJw9-Q&pp=ygUZQWxsIHJvYWQgY3ljbGluZyBpbiBqYXBhbg%3D%3D
IanA
On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 3:06:29 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:
+1 for an XO-?-type bike; if a custom al
r perfect hoods riding position; but those photos are on another computer.
>
> On Thu, Jan 11, 2024 at 3:41 PM Ian A wrote:
>
>> Hi Partick,
>>
>> That would be Natsuko Hirose I believe (I could be wrong and normally
>> am).
>> https://m.youtube.com/watch?
Lugs in this instance normally relate to metal tracks or wheels on
agricultural or construction equipment. They tear up the asphalt.
IanA
On Monday, November 14, 2022 at 4:16:35 AM UTC-7 Ryan wrote:
> Ha ha ...missed the signwhat does that even mean, I wonder. Oh...lugs
> on tires ...got i
My guess is that you slipp
On Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 3:09:46 PM UTC-7 Jim Bronson wrote:
> Hi folks,
>
> Well we had a warm rainy Thanksgiving morning here in the greater Austin
> area. I thought it might be a good thing to go ride around for an hour or
> so to try to burn a few calori
Sorry about my post. It was truncated. I was trying to write my guess is
that you slipped on some diesel or oil under the water on the road. I used
to ride motorcycles in the UK and the biggest risk of losing traction was
when it had been dry for a few days and then you found yourself riding hom
I think you'll find it's less roulette and more based on the stated country
of origin. It the paperwork shows "Taiwan" as the Country of Origin" the
frame will likely attract duty. If it shows a NAFTA country of origin (USA,
Canada or Mexico) it should be duty exempt. If it shows "US Goods
Retu
equently shipping to the U.S., I presume.
>
> Still hoping to see your Rawland somewhere around town someday!
>
> AndrewS, also in Alberta Canada
>
> On Fri, Dec 16, 2022 at 1:38 PM Ian A wrote:
>
>> I think you'll find it's less roulette and more based on the st
I had this very problem, and the cable head eventually freed with
persistent prodding with an awl. A search on the Triathlon forum showed
others had the same issue and soaking the cable in lube/oil/WD40 overnight
seems a good idea.
https://forum.slowtwitch.com/forum/Slowtwitch_Forums_C1/Triathl
ver shifter that is ever so slightly smaller hole for the cable head.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks all for your help!
>>>>
>>>> p.s. Now I have yet another front shifter w/another broken power
>>>> ratchet. UGH! Maybe I can make one good one from
*Sunrace (not Suntour!)
On Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 3:53:30 PM UTC-6 Ian A wrote:
> Pam,
>
> Have you considered trying downtube shifters? I have always loved bar end
> shifters, but one of my bikes has 9 speed downtube indexed (gasp!)
> shifters which are just wonder
Also noteworthy are the Sachs brakes, derailleurs and crankset.
IanA
On Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 1:57:14 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:
> That is pretty indeed, and even the Paris Roubaix tires look new. Those
> (at least, if they are the first generation) are wonderful tires, as nice
> as
For what my opinion is worth, I rather like the seatpost. With the bag
there, the seatpost doesn't draw attention and looks "right". However,
custom seat posts are available, at not inconsiderable cost. Ti Cycles
Fabrication (Portland) have some alluring options. Perhaps someone on this
list kn
Tastes have changed. Disc brakes opened up a lot of design options for
randonneurs and touring bikes, making real rough stuff much more
manageable. I have no intention of trading in my thin walled rSogn 650b
rim brake or my beloved and much abused Marinoni Turismo. But I bought the
Marinoni us
I love this bike and just cannot fathom why it hasn't sold. Handmade frame,
light tubing and disc brakes are a hard combination to find. Anyone on the
fence should not hesitate.
IanA (being careful not to take his own advice) in Kitimat BC.
On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 1:19:19 PM UTC-7 Michael
l Ullmer wrote:
>
>> I loved it too and if it was about 2cm bigger in both ST and TT I'd be
>> keeping it :-)
>>
>> On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 4:23:08 PM UTC-5 Ian A wrote:
>>
>>> I love this bike and just cannot fathom why it hasn't sold. Handmade
Just be aware that is a fairly low end dynamo in the Shimano range.
Slightly heavy and draggy in comparison to the higher end Shimano and SP
products.
Some shopping around on the German sites might get you an SP hub or an
LX/XT hub built into a wheel. Shimano does have a restriction on allowing
uality of the hub is something to consider. You
> mention ordering from German sites, is there one or two that you can
> recommend?
>
> JohnS
>
>
> On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 5:39:10 PM UTC-4 Ian A wrote:
>
>> Just be aware that is a fairly low end dynamo in the S
Magnificent, although the obligatory drive-side photo is absent. :)
IanA
On Monday, April 15, 2024 at 2:24:12 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Riv content: rode the Matthews SA ASC 26" wheel clone of a Riv Road custom
> NW to the PO in Corrales against Westerlies 25 gusts to 35 to get my 1040
Jim stated: " If you can have more than one bike, I don't see the sense in
trying to make everyone of them an all rounder".
I really wanted to come here to make that point, but Jim made it better
than I can. I wonder if Leah could borrow a club member's bike for a ride
or two? Modern road bike
1) Thank you for the correct use of "could not care less", instead of the
incorrect "could care less".
2) We are still awaiting closure, from the original thread about this exact
hub, whether it is the genuine article.
3) Wil this hub be rebuilt and reconditioned and if so, who will do rebuild?
4
Cuddle Bear,
Keeping your identity offline makes a lot of sense in this day and age, but
people are wary only because of some recent activity on the list which has
been fraudulent. List members just want and need confirmation it's all
above board, so please don't feel attacked. A location is a
Michael wrote: "What motorcycle are you going to buy?"
Actually the correct question is "What *motorcycles* are you going to
buy?".
'Cause you need a mile-eater, a fire-roader and a scooter.
IanA (earnestly sticking to bicycles at the moment) in Kitimat BC
On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:55:23
There were also a Waterford run of Atlantis. I recall seeing a 56cm MUSA
Atlantis for sale on this list. The MIT (made in Taiwan) models have the
long chainstays and fit differently.
The original 56cm 26" Atlantis is very cool, but hard to find. It might be
worth considering newer iterations of
If you change the rear to a cassette hub, you will likely need to re-space
the drop outs. I'm guessing your current freewheel hub is 126mm.
Spacing.out to 130mm would be okay.
My opinion would be just to change the chainrings to give the higher gear.
The older 5 ans 6 speed wide range freewheel
Don't forget that Riv generally give a discount on parts cost when buying a
complete. On the website they are currently giving $300 off for "Antonio's"
build for example. Unless you have a stocked parts bin or are willing to
shop around for everything, the Riv build will likely be the most
econ
Michael
What an amazing picture. Please share your camera and set up.
IanA
On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 8:25:34 AM UTC-7 Michael Connors wrote:
>
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Shimano make an inline cable adjuster with quick
release
https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/component/ultegra-r8000/SM-CB90.html
Alternatively cable splitters would work, but they would not allow tool
free wheel removal
https://www.ticycles.com/components/da-vinci-cable-splitters
IanA Al
elling soon). The cable
> splitter won't work on the front brake since the housing runs from lever to
> caliper. I'm not familiar with the Shimano in line QR. Looks interesting.
> Perhaps before I buy the next set of tires.
> Michael
>
> On Saturday, March 1
The problem is, there is always justification for another bicycle, like the
relatively new bikepacking designs (Jones Bikes for example) which also do
a very good job of displacing conventional touring bikes. Or a foldable
Brompton, just because. Then there is sentimentality, like my beloved
Ma
Patrick:
Thank you for the detailed write-up and the photos. To see such superb old
technology restored (and adapted where needed/desired) is inspiring. The TC
looks magnificent with the new chrome. Aaron clearly knows his stuff. It
seems you prefer the TF for your riding style. To think 1937
I've worn a few out. One front rim unpeeled itself like a can of Spam! One
set of ims wore out after a couple of years commuting in Vancouver BC. The
other set wore out on a tour. I had about 12000km on the front rim when it
did the unpeeling trick. I have also worn out a rim here in Alberta on
In a set of Lone Peak panniers I used to have, the plastic stiffeners they
came with actually broke to pieces. I replaced them with thin sheets of
plywood. Perhaps 1/4" thick. Sand and round the edges so it doesn't abrade
through the fabric. It would be a more permanent solution compared to ne
I'd be inclined to unscrew the lockring now, while the grease is fresh.
I've always erred on the side of not tight enough with lockrings because if
they do unscrew in use the only thing that has happened for me is the
shifting has gone weird.
When you unscrew it, just be careful the removal t
Piaw,
Thank you for your review. You mention fitting nominally 40mm wide tires
and I would be curious to know what the maximum tire widths with and
without fenders are?
Your review in the final paragraph draws reference to toe-clip overlap
(TCO) and I was wondering if you could expand on that
DIY tools are easy enough to make with a trip to the hardware store.
Professional tools will make sure the cups seat evenly, but with care you can
get the cups to seat evenly even with DIY.
If the current headsets are functioning well, I'd push you to spend your cabin
fever budget on some RH ri
Correction: it is a Tange Levin HS (not Passage).
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I see a name thread coming! I vote Elliottdale, a hardy Tasmanian sheep breed.
Name can also be read Elliott Dale, which sounds as delightfully bonkers as
Charlie Gallup et al.
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LBleriot wrote: "Having participated in another online memorial for a friend
lost to the pandemic, I’ve learned to appreciate every day I get to spend with
my family. I work for a healthcare system in the middle of the crisis, and
I’ve learned from doctors and nurses what brave really means. I
Cool photo. Sra Lopez Hernandez is a Green Party politician and the bicycle,
which is painted green, is (re) decaled "Bogota" and also shows her website
address.
Probably not her favourite bicycle, but well suited for official duties.
She'd probably quite at home on a Rodeo as much as a Clem..
Good thread, Leah
I ought to have known that I should have gone looking for some scissors instead
of using a large, heavy knife to trim a zip tie. I'd modified a bell in order
to zip tie it to a 1 1/8 steerer. The zip tie put up some resistance so when
the knife finally made it through, it con
It would come down to tire width desires really. If your son is happy with
<28mm tires without fenders, there's a lot of great options. Look for Tange
Champion 1 or 2 tubing for a fun whip. Champion 2 can do alright with a bit of
a load IME.
If you're thinking ~32/35mm tires, a touring frame wo
Just looked more closely at the CL add for the 520. I'd pass on that specific
one, but would keep an eye out for a better one.
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When there is enough of an impact on the fork to damage it, there can be harder
to spot damage on the frame, most often where the top tube and down tubes meet
the head tube. Worth checking if you haven't already.
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They're all three good options. I have 2x SON28 Classic (the older version) and
1x Shimano DH3n80 (Ultegra level). I'm happy with them.
One of the SON hubs required servicing. I had been using it on my winter
commuter and think I must have submerged it at some point in the spring thaw.
It's pos
Edited:
They're all three good options. I have 2x SON28 Classic (the older version) and
1x Shimano DH3n80 (Ultegra level). I'm happy with them.
One of the SON hubs required servicing. I had been using it on my winter
commuter and think I must have submerged it at some point in the spring thaw.
I am not in the market, but I have to say I rather like the name Platypus. It's
an intriguing animal.
If we're having ideas on names, there is a breed of terrier named Kelly Blue,
which might suit a good looking bicycle intended for all genders.
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Thank you Kiley! Yes, I miss typed that one spectacularly. Kelly Blue is a book
of car valuations!
Kerry Blue has a much nicer ring to it.
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I don't think anyone will dissuade you from buying a big Clem L and even if you
bought one and changed your mind, you'd likely find an easy sale.
I find too many bikes overwhelming. My count is currently four, but I aspire to
reduce to two. (Can't seem to do it though).
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I can get mesmerized by certain colours. As a child and spending time with my
dad in Paris, I used to see small Fiats in pastel torquoise and still love that
colour today. Pink has always been uninteresting to me and I actively abhor
purple hues.
Greens and blues, metallic or flat, would be on
Have you also considered a Moulton? I don't own one and have never ridden one,
so others would need to weigh in. But, I had a great chat with a fellow on the
road the other day. He has a new (Pashley) Moulton, 20" wheels. The bike splits
in two for travel. A lot more money than a Bike Friday or
Tire clearance with/without fenders might be of interest to a potential buyer.
No idea on value, but good luck with the sale. If it was a 56x56/57 I'd be
tempted.
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Jay,
I would urge you to take a look at the Moulton options. The Moulton SST uses
discs and is optimised for IGH. The frame separates into two, so not a folder.
The link shows UK prices which include VAT, so outside EU price the 20% VAT is
deducted. The UK £ is a bargain right now which makes a
Love that colour. What a perfect choice. Please post the RAL!
How does it perform? You mentioned a potentially compliant and planing frame.
Does this frame have more tire clearance than your RBW frames? Will you be
tempted by wider rubber at some point?
A very well executed design and build ind
The thread can't close until you post photos and ride report
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Hayabusa (Peregrine Falcon) is used by Suzuki for one of the fastest
motorcycles in production.
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What James said. With the XO1, you'll be paying a lot for the history. A
Roadini would be better value, as would a Sam Hillborne...
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The one for sale (by Ryan Nute - an absolutely 100% trustworthy person) is a
650b based much more closely on the original 56cm geometry. It's on Seattle
Craigslist.
I have bought a bicycle from Ryan in the past and have only good things to say
about him.
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Tirebiter: Drw's MIT 56 is quite a different size to the one for sale. Check
the CL link for size info
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-rivendell-atlantis-56cm-musa/7160001788.html
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You are definitely correct about the geo changing over, but this particular one
seems to be the exception. It is tempting because Ryan's bikes fit me too and
he has great taste.
>From Ryan's CL ad:
"Beautiful bike but it's just not for me. It's a 56cm 650B Rivendell Atlantis
made by Water
Hacksawing off the teeth and then filing is best. You can always remount it
on the crank to the bike and have someone turn the crank while you hold the
file to the ring, creating a makeshift lathe. Using a dremel or
benchgrinder means potentially breathing in fine aluminum dust, which is
not a
+1 to Garth's recommendation. I replaced at Shimano 105 with the Tange
Levin CDS (26.4) beacause I needed a headset with low stack. The Tange is
inexpensive, visually elegant and unassuming and it adjusts easily and
works perfectly. The one I have has been on the bike for four years now and
see
Along with aligning the beam, also make sure there are no shorts in the
system. The noise you hear from the hub you hear while riding may be from
vibration, which often occurs if the skewer isn't tight enough.
IanA Alberta Canada
On Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 2:46:33 PM UTC-6 Joe Bernard wrote
Probably nothing you did wrong as it seems to happen without moderator
intervention from time to time. Possibly some Google filter that jumped on
your post for no discernable reason. I have had one or two disappear in
similar circumstances and it hasn't been due to a moderator. It is also
possi
If it is to run out to the tail light, the connectors from the light
(assuming B&M/Schmidt etc) require 2.8mm female spade connectors. Either
crimp or solder to the coaxial cable and heat shrink to insulate. 2.8mm
spade connectors aren't too available at hardware stores. The connectors
for th
For me: 1) An Apollo Gran Tour built with Tange 2 that fit me like a glove.
I hadn't considered converting to 650b at the time and passed it on after I
decided 28mm tires were too narrow. It was a bike I used for everything
when I livedi n Vancouver and am always looking for another in the same
The frame has some of the details of a Canti Long Low without the Joe Bell
paint. The fork has some type of mid fork braze on (looking at the photos
on mobile). Mid fork braze ons weren't really a Riv thing in the beginning,
were they? It almost looks like the frame was given an
available/appro
Most people understand watches, so the example can be compared to buying a
Rolex or a Grand Seiko vs a Timex.
Between 2009-2011 I spent the two years riding 20,000 miles from Vancouver
BC to the tip of South America (Ushuaia) then north as far as Uruguay. I
had bought a used touring bike for U
UTC-6 dub_...@hotmail.com wrote:
> Thanks for the comments team.
>
> The serial is B 1
>
> Some more pics now its cleaned up.
>
> Fork is def original to frame and in keeping with the crown used in this
> era as far as I can see.
>
> On Sunday, 27 June 2021
Wouldn't it be 26" wheels if Toyo built? Just curious, although it is my
size.
Ian A Alberta Canada
On Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 11:42:09 AM UTC-6 John Carey wrote:
> With heavy heart, have decided to part ways with my Atlantis, in efforts
> to downsize. This is a Toyo bu
I think the original Atlantis in size 56cm/26" wheel is one of my grail
bikes. Have considered buying a Surly LHT and having it powdercoated
Atlantis green! I'm guessing the Surly is stouter and obviously not as
aesthetically pleasing and also not built at Toyo, but a good touring bike
nonethel
t sold.
>
> On Jul 30, 2021, at 16:41, Ian A wrote:
>
> I think the original Atlantis in size 56cm/26" wheel is one of my grail
> bikes. Have considered buying a Surly LHT and having it powdercoated
> Atlantis green! I'm guessing the Surly is stouter and obviously no
Leah says it best, but those are great photos. What a beautiful part of the
world to live in and enjoy by bicycle.
IanA Alberta Canada
On Friday, August 13, 2021 at 4:25:14 PM UTC-6 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
wrote:
> You cool cat, you! These are great photos - and you are so right, the
> bike
You might be able to find a MeetUp Group or Touring Cyclist style group ,
neither tend to be competitive. Randonneur clubs often have a Populaire
which is typically a full day style 100km (60mile) ride and every type of
rider shows up to those, even parent/child tandem riders and it is a lot of
RivSisters is a pretty good name for a biker gang.
IanA
On Monday, January 17, 2022 at 10:22:29 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote:
> I SO could see Leah becoming the ringleader of her own bike gang. "Follow
> her, I'm not sure where she's going but it looks fun!" 🥳🎉🎈🚴♀️
>
>
>
> On Monday, January 17,
It's none of my business! But, considering you've had gravel bikes etc. you
might find a ~27mm tire rather narrow and perhaps limiting, especially on a
559 wheel. I say this as someone who is very attached to a Marinoni Turismo
touring bike that carried me through Central and South America, but
My introduction tow golf was through a third or fourth hand set of irons
'blades" is what my friend's dad called them. I hit some good shots
eventually with that set, but my friends with cavity weighting and
fibreglass clubs played much better shots. I borrowed a set from my friend
when he upgr
I'm in Alberta and in the past ten years I have lived here, I have winter
commuted on an 80's Rocky Mountain MTB with 26"x2" Schwalbe Ice Spikers.
The bike has held up well, but all components have to be considered
sacrificial as the winter is hard on the bike. I ran it as a 2x6 for the
first ~
You know, this is marvelous. The more I ponder the photo, the more I am
reminded of Deacon Patrick's fixed gear Hunqapillar, although he had the
dropouts completely changed as the ENO wouldn't have worked for a reason I
can't recall (possibly torque related). Your Clem H is truly elegant built
Bill
I love the idea of a cantilever studded Rodeo. Will you be looking to
increase the tire clearance compared to the standard Rodeo?
IanA Alberta Canada
On Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 11:20:20 AM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> There are a number of threads on which I've mentioned a desire to ow
Patrick,
I don't know if I have mentioned this before, but your green custom
Matthews with SA hub is a thing of beauty.
Ian A Alberta Canada
On Friday, April 8, 2022 at 5:09:07 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:
> The apocalypse/age angle came later; the original question was, if one
"I don’t know which bike to take for certain, but you are free to send your
advice and/or regards"
Hi Leah
Always enjoyable to read of your adventures. You can ride your racing Platy
if you borrow a tire from one of the other bikes.
IanA Alberta Canada
On Monday, May 30, 2022 at 4:02:02 PM U
Maybe take a close look at the right-side dropout to make sure it does not
have a crack in it. Normally, if a dropout cracks, failure is soon behind,
so it's unlikely to be the problem in your case, but it is something to
rule out. My friend had his go on his old Raleigh, on the drive side, but
Absolutely fantastic! The color is a perfect choice too. Is the basket
supported only by the front rack and if so, how much weight do you feel
comfortable loading into it? I am pondering going down the dark route of a
front basket on a front rando rack and am wondering about robustness of
that
Just insulate the taillight connections with tape (or better heat-shrink)
so that the connections don't make contact with each other or the frame.
Then just connect the front light in the normal way and you are ready to go.
If you were running an incandescent bulb headlight, there could be a
co
It would be a good idea to let the seller know it happened. Maybe they have
suggestions too. Otherwise, if you want this model and color, it makes
sense to keep the frame. Touch up by a professional would look just fine,
and it's an opportunity to personalise the frame too. I've seen a number of
Sorry, poor editing. I had written "if and when you put a scratch on it
yourself, it might no feel as bad" but had intended to delete that entire
sentence on the basis it felt trite.
Ian "always porof read" in Alberta Canada
On Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at 11:07:32 AM UTC-
+1 Matthew's advice is extremely rational. It is becoming increasingly more
difficult to find exact models of any bike nowadays and with a skillful
repair, the bike is literally as good as new, albeit with a marred decal. I
would say,I don't have Matthew's touch up skill and might choose to go t
One option is to have a look on Etsy. I did a search for bicycle briefcase
and some nice leather ones popped up. Some are quite expensive, but Etsy is
a good place to find utilitarian things that don't look utilitarian.
IanA Alberta Canada
On Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 8:25:02 PM UTC-6 Michae
general.
IanA
On Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 9:41:02 PM UTC-6 Ian A wrote:
> One option is to have a look on Etsy. I did a search for bicycle briefcase
> and some nice leather ones popped up. Some are quite expensive, but Etsy is
> a good place to find utilitarian things that d
The Europeans have this stuff figured out. Below are three links taken from
Bike24 in Germany. I didn't shop around, just have bought bits from them in
the past with no problems. 700c dynamo wheel (they call it 28" diameter,
but it's just terminology, it is 622/700c) 105 Euro, front light 36 eu
I had an incident last year thar still affects me. I was rolling along in
the shoulder, enjoying the day en route the donut shop turnaround point (30
miles out, 30 back) when a pick up driver tried sideswiping me. He had to
aim for me, this was intentional. My reactions meant I swerved clear,
a
I have two SON28 Classics and a Shimano DH3n80 (which is similar to the
3n72 Bike24 offers). If you can afford the SON, the money is well spent,
but if budget is a factor, you will not be disappointed with the Shimano
unit.
IanA Alberta Canada
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 5:47:43 AM UTC-6
Re the Sunrace option. I noticed SjS Cycles in the UK carry these. They
also have a good selection of square taper bottom brackets.
I have always found SJS to be completely honest about what they carry, so
you could email them and request an opinion. Reviews on the SJS site for
the 8 and 9 spee
It looks great. So far the colours are more along the lines of green and
orange/gold which both sound great.
https://www.rivbike.com/products/roaduno-2021?_pos=2&_sid=2cf69cddb&_ss=r
On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 4:03:18 PM UTC-7 Nathan F wrote:
> From today's BLAHG:
>
> "1. *RoadUno,* a on
Hi Nathan,
No secret - I just searched "roaduno" using the search (magnifying glass
icon) on rivbike.com.
IanA Alberta Canada
On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 10:54:35 PM UTC-7 Nathan F wrote:
> Interesting points all, and thanks to Ian for linking that (secret? I
> could only find it via sea
I use a toe clip strap to lock the front brake lever. If the wheel can't
roll, the bike wont fall when loading/unloading panniers.
IanA
On Sunday, December 13, 2020 at 3:14:06 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:
> +1. I use my bike/bikes for grocery shopping -- wheel them into the aisles
> -- and f
Really nice looking bike and the new handlebars suit well. I also admire
the impressive tile work in the background. Is there a stone mason in the
family?
I appreciate this year would like to have been skipped by many, but isn't
2003 - 2020 closer to 17 years?
:) IanA Alberta Canada (where we
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