[RBW] Re: First weekend with the Quickbeam

[Kieran J]

FYI - there is a silver 66 QB on the auction site right now. Not sure if 
the price is in or out of line, but there you have it. 


KJ
 

On Monday, March 5, 2018 at 11:04:38 AM UTC-8, John G. wrote:
>
> Last week, I took delivery of the 62cm Quickbeam that was on Ebay. A big 
> "Thank You" to the Sages and Enablers of this list--without your nudges and 
> advice, I would've hemmed and hawed until it was too late. It's one of the 
> Green ones without mid-fork brazeons, and the build is nice: Phil Wood 
> hubs, Paul cantis, original Mustache bars, etc. 
>
> Initial reaction: I love this bike! It's my first single speed since I was 
> a kid, and the simplicity is wonderful and addictive. The ride is perfect: 
> it's a nimble, quick bike, but it tracks straight and true. I'm no weight 
> weenie, but there's something wonderful about riding a relatively 
> lightweight Rivendell: the bike manages to feel both eager and calm. It 
> makes me wonder how I'd like a Legolas or Roadeo. I'm also surprised at how 
> much I love the shellac'd mustache bars and their perfect amount of 
> aggression, and I expect they contribute much to the bike's feel.
>
> I really hope Riv makes more SS frames in larger sizes. I was bummed to 
> see the Frank Jones top out at 59cm, though I understand that stocking 
> larger frames carries some risk. If you bought a 59 cm Frank Jones, post 
> some build pics!
>

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[RBW] Re: First weekend with the Quickbeam

['Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Ian A wrote: *Ted's post is somewhat enigmatic but raises an interesting 
question. Is a QB better than a SO or vice versa and if so, in which ways?*
>
>
Paging Garth! Garth, report to the Quikbeam post, *statim*! Calling the 
Enigmatic Philosopher Bard of RBW. Please respond. Over. Garth?

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[RBW] Re: First weekend with the Quickbeam

[Christopher Murray]

I have a Simpleone that was damaged in shipping. I shipped it back to Riv and 
they repainted it (hunqa green with cream details). They didn’t have Simpleone 
decals so they used Quickbeam decals and badge. Is it a Simpleone? Is it a 
Quickbeam? (Does it matter?). I think that is a good reflection on Rivs 
feelings about the differences between the QB and SO— they are the same bike. 

I have yet to build it up. #sad

Chris 

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[RBW] Re: First weekend with the Quickbeam

[tc]

Ian A, 
I believe the S1 and QB geometry is the same; however the largest S1 
offered was a 62.

Regarding differences, the S1 was made in Taiwan, has a kickstand plate, 
and some (all?) came with cream accents.  I've not found anything 
definitive on the tubing used, but some say the QB's tubing was a tad 
lighter.

My (used to be Ben's) S1 has 42mm Continental Contact Speed tires and would 
easily take a 44.

Tom


On Monday, March 5, 2018 at 9:58:24 PM UTC-5, Ian A wrote:
>
> Ted's post is somewhat enigmatic but raises an interesting question. Is a 
> QB better than a SO or vice versa and if so, in which ways?
>
> The QB/SO is something I constantly keep an eye open for as an all year 
> round commuter, which would mean studded tires in winter, so details about 
> tire clearance would be of particular interest.
>
> IanA
>
>

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[RBW] Re: First weekend with the Quickbeam

[Eric Karnes]

Quickbeam / SimpleOne remains the best bike I have ever thrown a leg over. 
Congrats!

Eric

On Monday, March 5, 2018 at 2:04:38 PM UTC-5, John G. wrote:
>
> Last week, I took delivery of the 62cm Quickbeam that was on Ebay. A big 
> "Thank You" to the Sages and Enablers of this list--without your nudges and 
> advice, I would've hemmed and hawed until it was too late. It's one of the 
> Green ones without mid-fork brazeons, and the build is nice: Phil Wood 
> hubs, Paul cantis, original Mustache bars, etc. 
>
> Initial reaction: I love this bike! It's my first single speed since I was 
> a kid, and the simplicity is wonderful and addictive. The ride is perfect: 
> it's a nimble, quick bike, but it tracks straight and true. I'm no weight 
> weenie, but there's something wonderful about riding a relatively 
> lightweight Rivendell: the bike manages to feel both eager and calm. It 
> makes me wonder how I'd like a Legolas or Roadeo. I'm also surprised at how 
> much I love the shellac'd mustache bars and their perfect amount of 
> aggression, and I expect they contribute much to the bike's feel.
>
> I really hope Riv makes more SS frames in larger sizes. I was bummed to 
> see the Frank Jones top out at 59cm, though I understand that stocking 
> larger frames carries some risk. If you bought a 59 cm Frank Jones, post 
> some build pics!
>

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[RBW] Re: First weekend with the Quickbeam

[sameness]

Congrats! Agreed, that build is great. If I had another half inch in the 
inseam that bike would still be in my garage. Enjoy!

Jeff Hagedorn
Los Angeles, CA USA

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[RBW] Re: First weekend with the Quickbeam

[Wally Estrella]

The Ent-ablers are correct! It is a wonderful bicycle.  Congrats and 
continue the enjoyment! I love my orange QB.


On Monday, March 5, 2018 at 2:04:38 PM UTC-5, John G. wrote:
>
> Last week, I took delivery of the 62cm Quickbeam that was on Ebay. A big 
> "Thank You" to the Sages and Enablers of this list--without your nudges and 
> advice, I would've hemmed and hawed until it was too late. It's one of the 
> Green ones without mid-fork brazeons, and the build is nice: Phil Wood 
> hubs, Paul cantis, original Mustache bars, etc. 
>
> Initial reaction: I love this bike! It's my first single speed since I was 
> a kid, and the simplicity is wonderful and addictive. The ride is perfect: 
> it's a nimble, quick bike, but it tracks straight and true. I'm no weight 
> weenie, but there's something wonderful about riding a relatively 
> lightweight Rivendell: the bike manages to feel both eager and calm. It 
> makes me wonder how I'd like a Legolas or Roadeo. I'm also surprised at how 
> much I love the shellac'd mustache bars and their perfect amount of 
> aggression, and I expect they contribute much to the bike's feel.
>
> I really hope Riv makes more SS frames in larger sizes. I was bummed to 
> see the Frank Jones top out at 59cm, though I understand that stocking 
> larger frames carries some risk. If you bought a 59 cm Frank Jones, post 
> some build pics!
>

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