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[RBW] 135mm hub rear wheel in a roadini?

2023-12-17 Thread Brenton Eastman

I am considering buying a Roadini frame to build up with a mix of 
new/old/bin parts.

I have a Velocity Dyad/Deore/SP dynamo wheelset I used on my Sam Hillborne 
and I'm wondering if that's a safe/doable option to put on a Roadini.

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Re: [RBW] Re: 135mm hub rear wheel in a roadini?

2023-12-18 Thread Brenton Eastman

I suppose I should have mentioned it would be a 57cm frame. Love the mix of 
reviews+experience. Thanks all!

On Monday, December 18, 2023 at 11:44:08 AM UTC-8 wboe...@gmail.com wrote:

> I've lost count of the number of frames whose rear triangles I've spread.  
> The first was a drawn-out, hourlong affair but these days its 5 minutes, a 
> 2x4 and Bob's-your-uncle.  I wouldn't hesitate to do it in this situation.
>
> Also innumerable are the frames that I've just jammed a larger hub into.  
> Makes roadside repairs a little annoying, but it works.
>
> Will
>
> On Monday, December 18, 2023 at 1:57:27 PM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote:
>
>> If you have parts that work for 135 rear and you are not setting it up 
>> for roadie riding (which I am just guessing because of the dynamo wheelset) 
>> then it might make sense to try a different Riv frame. The main difference 
>> with the Roadini is a slightly more road oriented geometry. And even that 
>> is probably minimal in comparison to industry road bikes. There is so much 
>> crossover that I don't think you will miss much going to a different frame 
>> like a Homer.
>>
>> On Monday, December 18, 2023 at 1:15:06 PM UTC-5 John Dewey wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> John Dewey 
>>> 10:13 AM (0 minutes ago)
>>> to rbw-owners-bunch
>>> BTW, regarding spreading the rear. 
>>>
>>> Just a word of caution, not sure I'd advise this unless you're 
>>> adventurous and/or experienced...or crazy. 
>>>
>>> Or all of the above. And, as always, YMMV.
>>>
>>> Jock
>>>
>>> On Mon, Dec 18, 2023 at 9:57 AM R. Alexis  wrote:
>>>
 Check with Rivendell to see if this a safe option. I would think it is. 
 I have a mix of both 130 and 135 OLD bikes in the mix with a few 140mm. My 
 1987 Schwinn Voyageur is 130mm that I have a 132.5 wheelset mounted on. 
 Pretty sure the frame was 126mm OLD prior to me getting it. Settled on 
 that 
 on the wheel to give me the option of going in a 130 or 135mm OLD frame. I 
 have about several bikes with 130mm OLD. Bridgestone MB-0 (Zip), 
 Bridgestone XO-1, Bianchi Perigrine, Schwinn High Plains Aluminum and the 
 Schwinn Voyageur. Wanted to spread the Zip to 135, but was cautioned not 
 to. The Schwinn High Plains Aluminum is a no go because of the aluminum. 
 Both Zip and XO-1 are using Mavic Paris Gao Dakar  hubs. Bianchi is 
 rolling 
 on some Specialized sealed bearing freewheel hubs and the Schwinn is 
 rolling on Shimano Deore DX hubs I swapped out axles and redished down to 
 130mm OLD. Voyageur is running Suntour Superbe Pro. 

 Thanks,

 Reginald Alexis

 On Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 10:30:22 PM UTC-6 brenton...@gmail.com 
 wrote:

> I am considering buying a Roadini frame to build up with a mix of 
> new/old/bin parts.
>
> I have a Velocity Dyad/Deore/SP dynamo wheelset I used on my Sam 
> Hillborne and I'm wondering if that's a safe/doable option to put on a 
> Roadini.
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[RBW] SF RB-1 looking very nice

2023-12-20 Thread Brenton Eastman

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-57cm-time-capsule-1993/7688650100.html

The seller said he’d go as low as $1600. There’s gotta be some opinions 
here. I have debated 90s road bike vs Roadini in previous threads and I’m 
still considering both. Building a Roadini would cost me $2000-$2200. The 
yellow 93 RB1 is my favorite, aesthetically speaking, but I’ve never ridden 
one. 

I’ve had a 92 Fuji Team with similar geo and loved it, but sold it. It was 
a 56 and a hair too small. 

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[RBW] 90s Road Double paired with 11-36 9 speed rear cassette

2023-12-26 Thread Brenton Eastman

Hi,

I am thinking about going NOS or near-new-vintage crankset for a build. 
Nothing against modern stuff, but eBay seems to have a plethora of nice 
shimano 105/600 cranksets in great shape for under $100.

I know 90s road bike gearing was more focused on racing with small 
cassettes in the rear. But has anyone had success or suggestions 
for/against getting an older shimano square taper road double with 53/39 or 
52/42ish and paired with an 11-36 9spd cassette? Seems like Riv doesn't 
offer any doubles with outer ring bigger than 46 and the smaller rings are 
in the 20s. 

I have a triple on my Sam and spend 90% of my time in the middle ring, even 
on tough climbs, and I've had several doubles on vintage road bikes/CX 
bikes in the past.

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[RBW] Re: FS: New 57cm Sergio Green Roadini Frameset

2024-01-01 Thread Brenton Eastman

Dibs! Sent you an email.

On Monday, January 1, 2024 at 4:44:48 PM UTC-8 Paul M wrote:

> Here is a picture of the partial build. 
>
> On Monday 1 January 2024 at 16:41:35 UTC-8 Paul M wrote:
>
>> I purchased this frameset last Oct. and never built it into a complete 
>> bicycle but did place some wheels, stem and a seat post on it to check out 
>> a potential build. With an 89cm PBH I was on the tall side for this frame. 
>> Then Rivendell had a 20% off the A. Homer Hilsen and I went for the 61.5cm 
>> frameset. Now I'm on the short side of sizing but works better for me. The 
>> wheels removed a little paint on the inside of the rear dropouts, otherwise 
>> new condition. Email me directly for more information and photos. $1100  
>> plus shipping from Eugene Oregon. Thanks, Paul
>>
>> st- 57.5cm c-t
>> tt- 59cm c-c effective
>> ht- 205mm
>> wb- 41.5"
>> cs- 44.5cm
>> 100/130mm spacing
>> standover- 33.25"
>>
>

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[RBW] 31.8 clamp FD recs

2024-01-05 Thread Brenton Eastman

Hi y'all,

I'm going to run a 46/36/26 Sugino XD2 triple on my Roadini and want a 
classy front derailleur.

I was looking at Ultegra/105/DA models ending in XX03 and there are so 
many! I was reading that they are shaped more to match the curve of 
53/39/30, but does that really matter outside of aesthetics? Should I 
consider a mountain triple instead?

Any recommendations or advice is welcome!

Thanks, Brent

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Re: [RBW] 31.8 clamp FD recs

2024-01-06 Thread Brenton Eastman

All great looking options! I ended up going with a brand new Ultegra 6603 triple. an eBay seller in Canada had a great asking price so I went for it. Still has the plastic stopper and red alignment sticker on it!On Jan 6, 2024, at 2:37 PM, Luke Hendrickson wrote:I run the IRD Alpina with a 46-34-22 and an 11-34 8s cassette (friction). I think that it looks good/just like older Ultegra FDs.On Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 2:30:26 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote:Or was it 42/32/22? I forget.On Sat, Jan 6, 2024 at 3:29 PM Patrick Moore wrote:I used one of my 2 old 740x fds with a Bontrager pipe spindle triple, IIRC 46/36/2

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[RBW] RBW HQ visit

2024-01-15 Thread Brenton Eastman

Hey y'all

I am planning a trip to SF in March, and was thinking of visiting HQ in 
Walnut Creek. I have two Rivs, and no real need to visit, except that I am 
a huge fan of the brand, the employees, the culture, etc. It's always been 
a dream of mine to visit and meet some/all of the crew.

My dream visit consists of, show up, shoot the shit with the whole crew, 
get a mini tour, and ride off into the sunset on a group ride. I understand 
this is not the reality, and that you need an appointment to go on a 
weekday, and that Saturdays there's likely only 2-4 people there. So I 
would like to hear some experiences of the reality. Has anyone made the 
pilgrimage to RBWHQ "just because"? Did you make an appointment? Go on a 
Saturday?

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[RBW] Re: Ride report: Orange Blossom Special 2024

2024-01-15 Thread Brenton Eastman


Great report, great looking bike. Thanks for sharing!

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[RBW] Re: New Jewelry for my Platypus

2024-01-15 Thread Brenton Eastman

the pencil gifting warms my heart!! thanks for sharing

On Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 1:38:46 PM UTC-8 Josh C wrote:

> Love it!
>
> On Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 4:10:31 PM UTC-5 Dorothy C wrote:
>
>> Congratulations Leah. Now you have a one of a kind brake set on a custom 
>> color Platy. 
>>
>> On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 10:10:51 PM UTC-8 krhe...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>>> @Leah -
>>>
>>> I am certain with your new anodized bicycle parts will make you smile 
>>> loudly with a lot of joy making you go faster than ever before.
>>>
>>> Enjoy !
>>>
>>> Kim Hetzel enjoying my blue 52cm Clem with a lot of joy and smiles. 
>>>
>>> On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 3:40:37 PM UTC-8 ascpgh wrote:
>>>
 I had the pleasure to meet and converse with Paul at the Philly Bike 
 Expo. His approachability, perspective and overall friendliness adds to 
 the 
 MUSA points and makes me a fan of his parts any time I can use them. I 
 think I'm dearly holding on to my orange Rambouillet because of the center 
 bolt Racer brakes I added years ago to make room for more fender and tire.

 Name that bike "Varod". 

 Andy Cheatham 
 Pittsburgh

 On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 8:28:30 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding 
 Ding! wrote:

> I have never had Paul anything. I’ve had whatever brakes and levers 
> came with my bikes and didn’t think any more about it. I did get my VO 
> brake levers anodized, but that batch of rose pink ano faded freakishly 
> fast and everything was silver 4 months later. 
>
> But I’m giving it another chance. Everyone talks about Paul, and Paul 
> sometimes offers their parts in pretty, anodized colors, but currently, 
> they do not. I emailed the company, asking if they happened to have any 
> of 
> their pink levers laying around that they would be willing to sell me. I 
> got an email back from Paul, like THE Paul, who directed me to an 
> employee 
> I won’t name here. He and I got in contact and he was so fun, right from 
> the start. We chatted and he looked at my bikes (I sent him my pics via 
> email) and we made a plan. 
>
> We colored it all. 
>
> The bolts, the brake body, the levers, the barrel adjustors ALL of it. 
>
> The parts came in 3 boxes, plus one extra little envelope. The 
> envelope had a small personalized gift from my new friend at Paul, just 
> because, with a handwritten note in the prettiest handwriting I’ve ever 
> seen. Swoon! I opened the first box and it was wrapped like origami 
> inside. 
> I uncovered the first gorgeous pieces and the breath left my body. So 
> beautiful. Quality even a novice can’t miss. Just what I wanted. Rich, 
> rose 
> color. 
>
> I would need to be with bike people to get the full joy out of this 
> experience. My bike shop knows about Paul Components. A blizzard is on 
> its 
> way to Michigan and I knew my shop would not be busy. I put the pieces 
> back 
> in the box, loaded the boxes and my bike in the van and drove to the 
> shop. 
> I came in and there were 4 mechanics and zero customers. “Guys!” I said, 
> “I 
> have a fun project for us to do, and I can’t do it without you! Who wants 
> to see what is in these boxes?” 
>
> So there we were on company time, hovering over these immaculate 
> little parcels, oohing and aahhing. There was extra swag in there, stuff 
> I 
> had never seen. 
>
> “What’s this?” I asked, holding up a flat, wooden thing with Paul 
> emblems. 
>
> “It’s a carpenter’s pencil,” said the mechanic. I gave it to him.
>
> I left the bike with them and I should have it in the next couple/few 
> days, depending on how long the blizzard rages for. Not that I’ll get to 
> ride and try those beautiful Paul parts out; we are getting up to a foot 
> of 
> snow! For now they are only a visual treat. I can’t even imagine how 
> enamored I will be when I get to actually USE the brakes. 
>
> And what nice people. I was not expecting them to be so personable! I 
> have heard they are a small operation, but they *are* famous in their 
> own right - celebrity machinists, really - yet so kind to a layperson 
> like 
> me.
>
> Here’s the photo I got before the parts shipped. “Whatcha think?” he 
> asked. 
>
> Oh, he knew. He knew he knocked it straight outta the park.
>
> Leah
>
>  
>


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Re: [RBW] Re: Goals for 2024 (will they be S.M.A.R.T. ?)

2024-01-15 Thread Brenton Eastman

I'm claiming 2024 miles in 2024. Should be pretty easy to knock out, half 
the challenge will be remembering to hit record on the RWGPS app!

On Monday, January 15, 2024 at 6:36:29 AM UTC-8 steve...@gmail.com wrote:

> John, well said!!!   At the risk of using a word that has become 
> trivialized by consumer culture, you have eloquently described the Zen of 
> cycling.  I don't find it on every ride, but it is indeed my goal, and is 
> what keeps me coming back for more. 
>
> Steve
> On Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 11:41:40 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote:
>
>> May each of you reach and fully enjoy reaching each of your SMART goals 
>> throughout the upcoming year! 
>>
>> Steve, I really align with your goal of enjoying each ride, and this will 
>> continue to be a goal for me. I find the crux of the matter lies in being 
>> *present* during each of my rides; the more present I am the more I seem 
>> to enjoy the ride. Being present means I listen to my tires roll over the 
>> trail, smell the cedars, and glimpse the birds, fish, and other wildlife or 
>> flowers and fungi that adorn our forest and river trails. I feel the 
>> vibrations and textures of the landscape, and I appreciate the working of 
>> my legs, lungs, and heart in concert to keep me moving. I often find that 
>> my mind has a mind of its own and wants to wander to places and times other 
>> than the here and now. It's so easy to be distracted by other cares only to 
>> snap to some time later and realize that I haven't taken in any of the 
>> things that make riding so wonderful. It is a long-standing goal to try and 
>> practice this in all I do, and especially when I do that which I love- 
>> riding a bike.
>>
>> Cheers, John
>>
>> On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 10:16:00 PM UTC-8 Jason Fuller wrote:
>>
>>> I like the Wandrer goals especially because it forces one to explore 
>>> their surroundings thoroughly. I haven't set a goal specific to this, but I 
>>> should consider it. It's probably my top pick for things that are magical 
>>> about riding a bike.  It's my kind of competitive. 
>>>
>>> The only goal I've explicitly set for myself is to bike-commute at least 
>>> once every week for the year, excluding vacation weeks. I only need to go 
>>> in twice a week, otherwise i'm wfh. It's about an hour's ride each way; not 
>>> too long but long enough it takes a bit of commitment.  I typically end up 
>>> in the 6000 - 7500 km range for the year. 
>>>
>>> Another, less explicit goal is to get out for at least a few overnighter 
>>> campouts on the bike. Three to six nights is reasonable. We have two dogs, 
>>> one of which is quite reactive and a stress-ball, so we can't get 
>>> dog-sitters nor take him with; this means I have to leave my partner to 
>>> take care of both dogs (which need to be walked separately) so being away 
>>> is a bit of an ask; hence the modest goal here. It's a balance. 
>>>
>>> On Friday 12 January 2024 at 18:32:41 UTC-8 steve...@gmail.com wrote:
>>>
 My goals for 2024 are to enjoy every ride I take and to break for 
 coffee outdoors on any ride over one hour in duration. We'll see if I can 
 achieve them. 

 Steve in Asheville


 On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 8:19:54 PM UTC-5 ttoshi wrote:

> I'm planning on completing a 200k, 300k and 400k randonee in 
> preparation for the SRCC Terrible Two (TT), where I am hoping to finish 
> with at least an hour of time to spare.  I've only completed the TT with 
> under 30 minutes to spare and am trying to pick up the pace for "fun", 
> why 
> not?
>
> Toshi
>
>

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

2024-01-16 Thread Brenton Eastman

Got a pic of your setup? I'm building a roadini at the moment and love 
seeing others' builds. Would love to see it in it's brevet mode if it has 
multiple modes.

On Sunday, November 4, 2018 at 7:32:05 AM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote:

> Yesterday was the Del Puerto Canyon 200k brevet, hosted by San Francisco 
> Randonneurs. Luckily for me the day remained conflict-free and I was able 
> to do it.  It was the 26th RUSA event of my career of 200k or greater, and 
> I logged my best time ever: 8 hours 18 minutes.  
>
> I woke up a little earlier than I needed to, at 4:45AM.  I was able to 
> pack light because of the amazing weather forecast.  The Del Puerto Canyon 
> 200k starts and finishes in Pleasanton, CA, just south of Mount Diablo.  
> The ride goes out and over the hills that make up the Altamont 
> Pass,meanders through the flat farm roads around Tracy and Wesley, and then 
> returns out and over the same hills via Del Puerto Canyon.  The forecast 
> called for temps in the low 50s to start and venturing into the high 70s in 
> some places.  So I wore bib-shorts, a light base layer, short sleeve 
> jersey, arm warmers and a reflective vest.  The ride started at 8AM, which 
> would be light enough to not require any lighting.  Sunset would come at 
> about 6PM, so I did bring lights just in case I went over 10 hours.  I 
> carried a little Cygolite Dart (from Riv), a battery taillight, and two 
> elastic head lamps that could serve as backup head or tail lights. I also 
> carried a USB battery stick in case I needed to boost my phone, Wahoo, or 
> headlight.  In my Ruthworks rackless Brevet bag went those lighting bits, a 
> few bars, and a travel size sunscreen for when the armwarmers came off and 
> the guns came out.  I made coffee and breakfast, got lubed up and dressed 
> and I was a good 25 minutes ahead of schedule.  I had planned to catch the 
> 6:20AM Bart train, and it's a 5-minute bomb down the hill to get to the 
> Bart station.  I went ahead and decided to grab the 6:00AM train instead 
> and left early, and still had to wait on the platform for several minutes.  
> The Fremont Train takes me down past Oakland to the transfer station at Bay 
> Fair, where I transfer to a Pleasanton train to head over the hills in 
> Castro Valley out to the start. There was a delay due to track repair, and 
> a chilly wait for my Pleasanton train, but I was still at the start with my 
> card in plenty of time.  
>
> The turnout for this event was huge; the biggest ever for this event which 
> was first run in 2011.  ~150 randos had signed up, partially because of the 
> great weather forecast, partially because there is always an uptick in 
> participation the year before a PBP year, and partially because this is 
> SFRs flattest 200k, with "only" 5300 ft of climbing. It was a huge bunch 
> that started off. I didn't want to get sucked up with any of the 'too fast' 
> groups, so I looked for familiar SFR riders who I knew were in my time-zone 
> and hung with them for the first ~15 miles through the urban streets of 
> Pleasanton and Livermore before the first climb began. That first climb was 
> around 1200ft, with a gradually increasing grade all along its length, 
> topping off at around 10% at the peak. This did a good job of stretching 
> out the riders, and there was essentially no traffic so it was a great time 
> to move up. I was feeling good, so I left the familiar group behind and 
> passed a lot of slower riders. I was aiming for a decent time, and one way 
> to make a good time is to not waste a lot of time at controls. The first 
> control threatened to be a time sink if you arrive within a few minutes of 
> a lot of other riders, because there would be only one volunteer to stamp 
> your card, while a second volunteer checks your name on the roster. I was 
> motivated to move up if I could, and I found a great rhythm on Leo. 
> Checking my Strava, the majority of the climb is captured in the "Tesla 
> Topper" segment. That 8.24 mile segment climbs 981ft, and I averaged 
> 13.3mph for that segment. If I could average >20kph on one of the few 
> climbs, a sub-10-hour ride and finishing before dark was looking good. 
>
> I found a partner to paceline with on the fast descent, who noted "we 
> should get the miles in NOW, while we have a tailwind". The descent and the 
> flat farm roads on the valley floor felt like cheating, we were moving 
> really fast. I found another group of strong riders to work with on the 
> farm roads, which were thankfully quite smooth and almost car-free. I 
> noticed another rider up the road a bit, so I pushed harder to bridge up to 
> him, and looked back to find that I'd left that group of ~6 behind.  I 
> stayed with this faster rider until we hit the first control at mile 44 at 
> 10:30AM. That control was filled with roadie types, who I assumed were the 
> tail-end of the 'fast' group on our ride. I got my card stamped, 
> cut/augmented my home-made gatorade wi

Re: [RBW] big big chain sizing method dilemma

2024-01-20 Thread Brenton Eastman

According to this video https://youtu.be/O0YibMDWBAw and most mechanics I’ve learned from it’s less complicated and yields the same resulting length to bypass the rear derailleur. I think if you do the same exercise with the RD installed, you end up with the same chain length. On Jan 20, 2024, at 1:38 PM, Richard Rose wrote:Novice mechanic here but I thought you did the big/big thing with chain mounted through the rear derailleur?Sent from my iPhoneOn Jan 20, 2024, at 3:28 PM, Brenton Eastman wrote:Hi all,Rear: 11-36, front: 46-34-22I'm using the big-big chain sizing method recommended by many. Of course though when pulling most of the slack, my master link lines up with an outer link. So instead of adding one link [outer+inner] from the match point to get my cut point, It's suggested to add [inner+outer+inner] and the chain is looking droopy as hell. Rest assured I will never be in a big-big situation, ever. My rear derailleur is mid-cage so I'm worried it won't pick up all the slack I'm affording the chain in scenario 1. I mocked up a 34F to 11R situation, which I do end up in on mellow downhills, and it looked crazy loose.I cut the chain leaving myself the option to cut again, and took photos. First pic is as recommended by park tool youtube, pull to nearest inner link, add one extra. Super droopy.Second pic is mock up of what chain slack would look like if I cut one more [inner+outer] link out. Still has slack, feels like it wouldn't be a problem in any normal gearing. RD arrives in the mail today. If this exercise is foolish until I have the RD installed, I can be patient. Just curious if anyone has made the judgement call to only add .5 links instead of 1 full link.

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Re: [RBW] big big chain sizing method dilemma

2024-01-20 Thread Brenton Eastman

Rear Derailleur = Yes. Mid-cage as stated in original post. My fear is that I’m offering too-much slack. I only have one quick link. I’ll probably mock it up with RD at current length before snapping the quick link in place. On Jan 20, 2024, at 2:21 PM, Patrick Moore wrote:Forgot to add: the big/big method is a way of getting the chain length correct for a given derailleur. For a derailleurless drivetrain you want all but very minimum slack removed.On Sat, Jan 20, 2024 at 3:19 PM Patrick Moore <bertin...@gmail.com> wrote:You want to use the big/big method with derailleur attached, leaving the derailleur stretched but not to near seizing or breaking. A half-link's leeway is no big deal since you'll have a derailleur.Or are you planning a derailleurless multicog bike? (I doubt it but serious question.)On Sat, Jan 20, 2024 at 1:28 PM Brenton Eastman <brenton.east...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi all,Rear: 11-36, front: 46-34-22I'm using the big-big chain sizing method recommended by many. Of course though when pulling most of the slack, my master link lines up with an outer link. So instead of adding one link [outer+inner] from the match point to get my cut point, It's suggested to add [inner+outer+inner] and the chain is looking droopy as hell. Rest assured I will never be in a big-big situation, ever. My rear derailleur is mid-cage so I'm worried it won't pick up all the slack I'm affording the chain in scenario 1. I mocked up a 34F to 11R situation, which I do end up in on mellow downhills, and it looked crazy loose.I cut the chain leaving myself the option to cut again, and took photos. First pic is as recommended by park tool youtube, pull to nearest inner link, add one extra. Super droopy.Second pic is mock up of what chain slack would look like if I cut one more [inner+outer] link out. Still has slack, feels like it wouldn't be a problem in any normal gearing. RD arrives in the mail today. If this exercise is foolish until I have the RD installed, I can be patient. Just curious if anyone has made the judgement call to only add .5 links instead of 1 full link.

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Re: [RBW] Intro Post // My 51cm Toyo Atlantis

2024-01-21 Thread Brenton Eastman

Looking very sweet. I love the twin bags front and rear. What size 
Carradice are those?

Hope you let that cola settle down before opening!

On Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 12:14:10 PM UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote:

> Josie! Good to see you here. As always, lovely build.
>
> On Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 11:46:56 AM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote:
>
>> Very nice build -- top 5 Atlantis build, in my book -- and that tiny rack 
>> is apparently capable of carrying immense loads.
>>
>> I can't see clearly from the photos, but it looks as if you have knobbies 
>> under fenders. First, what are the tires? Secondly, what if any is your 
>> front fender QR system, in case you pick up a stick? I am thinking of 
>> getting a second, fat and knobby wheelset for one of my bikes and have 
>> thought this would mean removing the fenders, but perhaps there are 
>> alternatives.
>>
>> On Sun, Jan 21, 2024 at 11:35 AM Josie  wrote:
>>
>>> Hello amigos, 
>>>
>>> This is my first time posting up here - thanks for having me! This is my 
>>> 51cm Toyo Built Atlantis that I picked up about 2 years ago. I take a lot 
>>> of pictures while I ride, sometimes digital, often on film. I'm looking 
>>> forward to seeing all of your builds and being apart of the Riv hype!
>>>
>>> [image: Rivendell Atlantis 2.jpg]
>>> [image: Rivendell Atlantis 1.jpg][image: Rivendell Atlantis 19.jpg]
>>>
>>> [image: Rivendell Atlantis 10.jpg][image: Rivendell Atlantis 15.jpg]
>>> Happy pedalling! 🌍✌️ 
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[RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis special disc edition

2024-01-21 Thread Brenton Eastman

[I'm curious why you didn't just replace the fork with a disc mount option 
and leave the rear a canti/linear pull brake?]

While an exploratory project like this might not be the quickest or most 
logical route, it results in a very unique ride! 

There are probably lugged frame+forks out there with Atlantis geometry 
available to buy+build, but where's the fun in that?

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[RBW] Re: Roadini Build - Mix of Modern and Retro

2024-01-21 Thread Brenton Eastman

Looking forward to updates! I just built a Roadini myself.

On Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 10:33:55 AM UTC-8 Jay wrote:

> First post here!  I've been reading some of the threads and this sounds 
> like a good place...my new happy place ;-)
>
> I ordered the dark gold Roadini (57) from the only shop in Canada that 
> sells Riv (C&L Cycles) and will be picking it up in a few weeks when I'll 
> be visiting Montreal.
>
> Looking for this to be a project bike, that evolves over time.  For now 
> though, I had a lot of new / lightly used parts on hand, so I'll be using 
> those and having the bike shop supply the rest (including some handbill 
> wheels for some lightly used 43mm GKSS tires I'm using on my Fargo in the 
> winter).  Build will be Shimano 11sp, with DT shifters and Tektro RRL brake 
> levers, and Tektro brakes.
>
> Purpose of the bike is all-road (where I live, a lot of that is paved, but 
> there are gravel roads further out), but will not be used much on local 
> mixed-surface trails (where the Fargo excels).  My current road bike will 
> be jealous, but I'm not kicking her to the curb just yet!
>
> Photos to come in February.  
>

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[RBW] Re: Roadini Build - Mix of Modern and Retro

2024-01-21 Thread Brenton Eastman

Looking forward to updates! I just built a Roadini as well.

On Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 10:33:55 AM UTC-8 Jay wrote:

> First post here!  I've been reading some of the threads and this sounds 
> like a good place...my new happy place ;-)
>
> I ordered the dark gold Roadini (57) from the only shop in Canada that 
> sells Riv (C&L Cycles) and will be picking it up in a few weeks when I'll 
> be visiting Montreal.
>
> Looking for this to be a project bike, that evolves over time.  For now 
> though, I had a lot of new / lightly used parts on hand, so I'll be using 
> those and having the bike shop supply the rest (including some handbill 
> wheels for some lightly used 43mm GKSS tires I'm using on my Fargo in the 
> winter).  Build will be Shimano 11sp, with DT shifters and Tektro RRL brake 
> levers, and Tektro brakes.
>
> Purpose of the bike is all-road (where I live, a lot of that is paved, but 
> there are gravel roads further out), but will not be used much on local 
> mixed-surface trails (where the Fargo excels).  My current road bike will 
> be jealous, but I'm not kicking her to the curb just yet!
>
> Photos to come in February.  
>

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[RBW] Re: Roadini Build is complete

2024-01-22 Thread Brenton Eastman

I haven't ridden it enough to decide if it was the perfect +1 yet, but it 
was a fun project. I will report back after some miles.

It was great way to spend my time during 2 weeks of Portland snow+ice+wind. 
Did lots of research, and learned a ton more about components I was only 
mildly interested in before. Shopping for NOS+used parts on eBay was 
surprisingly fun, especially if you're after components that most folks 
ignore. I watched all the "built by blue lug" videos, highly recommend 
watching for both zen, appreciation of expertise, and educational 
instruction (though they are not intentionally instructional).


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Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini Build is complete

2024-01-22 Thread Brenton Eastman

For the seat height inquiries:Both my bikes are currently 41” top of saddle to the ground. The Roadini has less BB drop so top of saddle to crank bolt center is 31”, where the Sam is 31.5”. I may end up raising the saddle on the Roadini. Hard to compare a broken in B17 to C17 as well. I could probably raise both seats 1” and still have a knee bend at bottom of pedal stroke. I am 6’1” with 89cm PBH On Jan 22, 2024, at 11:10 AM, John Bokman wrote:Brenton, thanks for the post; nice looking bike. As weather allows, please let us know how this bike rides compared to your Sam (especially when it was in drop-bar mode). I'm sure I'm not the only Sam rider who is curious about this comparison.JohnOn Monday, January 22, 2024 at 10:49:51 AM UTC-8 brenton...@gmail.com wrote:I haven't ridden it enough to decide if it was the perfect +1 yet, but it was a fun project. I will report back after some miles.It was great way to spend my time during 2 weeks of Portland snow+ice+wind. Did lots of research, and learned a ton more about components I was only mildly interested in before. Shopping for NOS+used parts on eBay was surprisingly fun, especially if you're after components that most folks ignore. I watched all the "built by blue lug" videos, highly recommend watching for both zen, appreciation of expertise, and educational instruction (though they are not intentionally instructional).

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[RBW] B17 alternatives

2024-01-23 Thread Brenton Eastman

I have a B17 on my Sam that I love. 12 years old and showing very little 
wear. It's the last thing I think about on all-day rides.

I bought a pre owned "broken in" C17 for my Roadini build and I think I'll 
pass it along. Just feels like it will never be comfortable.

Anyone here have other saddles they enjoy? Maybe something lighter weight 
and/or more modern looking, while still having all day comfort.

If not I'll just get another B17 and be content!

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

2024-02-01 Thread Brenton Eastman

If you ever want to bike-pack and go somewhere remote or accessible via 
single track, having your luggage up in a basket, frame bag, saddlebag, 
avoids the risk of catching a pannier (or both) on roots, branches, downed 
trees cut just wide enough for passage, etc.

I learned this the hard way on my first bicycle overnighter. My old bikes' 
panniers made it really hard to get to our campsite on the bike. I think 
panniers make sense, and they will come back into "trend" soon. 

On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 6:19:53 PM UTC-8 Neale S. wrote:

> 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 when I lock up, plus i like my daily bag 
>> to not look too bikey (I use the shopsacks). Convenient and easy, easier to 
>> pile up with whatever shit i want, take a jacket or sweater off if i get 
>> hot, sling my lock into it. Does it affect handling? yep, but i dont really 
>> mind that much for riding around town. If my situation was different maybe 
>> id do things differently, but I tend to like having a at least a small 
>> basket available for an around town bike. I like the way it looks too.
>>
>> -stephen
>>
>> On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 7:47:17 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>>> IMO, baggage ought to complement the handling characteristics of the 
>>> bicycle. My benchmark idea of handling has been formed by 30 years of 
>>> riding Rivendells which, IME, do best with rear loads, or at least loads 
>>> biased toward the rear and not the front.
>>>
>>> On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 5:18 PM ian m  wrote:
>>>
 I'm not sure how it makes more sense to put a bag into another bag than 
 into a baske
>>>
>>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Manivelle basket rack on Sam Hillborne

2024-02-04 Thread Brenton Eastman

Your Sam looks so so so so similar to mine when I got it. I would say 95% 
comparable.

On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 1:43:30 PM UTC-8 pbsm...@gmail.com wrote:

> I've been using a wald 137 with a tote bag from Sim Works for commuting 
> for a few years. It's just a hair too small, mostly due to the fact my 13" 
> laptop doesn't quite lay flat. The Manivelle seems like the perfect size 
> but then I'd have to get a custom made bag to fit. Really adds some cost. 
> I'd just be getting the basket and not the attachment hardware, but I have 
> seen many positive reviews about the "total package".
>
> Smitty in DC 
>
> On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 8:06:57 PM UTC-5 Teague Scott wrote:
>
>> Thanks for your 2c.
>>
>> I like that the Manivelle's size is between that of the 137 and 139. I've 
>> found a 137 jst a little tight for shoulder season (need for warm gear) 
>> overnighters here in SW Idaho. The 137 is a little too big for my needs and 
>> begs for extra, unnecessary s%*! ... Either way, I try to minimize weight 
>> in a basket and use it for soft stuff only – sleeping bag & clothes. 
>> Heavier stuff (food, beer, stove, tool kit, steripen, extra tube, 
>> "shelter") rides in a saddlebag. A Z-rest pad migrates between front and 
>> rear depending on how frequently I find myself digging for stuff in the 
>> saddlebag. A Jandd partial framebag and stem bag help alleviate most 
>> digging.
>>
>> I've tried both the 137 and 139 on a Mark's rack. Both work, but IMO the 
>> 139 is too much basket for the Mark's platform.
>>
>> My most recent front rasket setup, the 139 & surly front rack, weights 
>> 4.75 lbs 😱
>> The Manivelle looks to weigh ~2.8 lbs
>>
>> This ongoing experimentation has been taking place on a big Black 
>> Mountain Cycles MXC.
>> On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 3:59:08 PM UTC-7 Tim Tom wrote:
>>
>>> Hi Teague - take my comments with many grains of salt because I am still 
>>> gaining experience with it….that said I find it very solid and I have no 
>>> doubt it will remain solid under its max 10kg (??) capacity.  The mounting 
>>> kit is high quality and sturdy- much more so than I expected for the 
>>> price.  My only concern with max loads is not the rasket, but the hit to 
>>> stability and performance which varies from bike to bike. I even noticed 
>>> this with my 13lb gym bag.  Its not awful, but noticeable at lowest speeds 
>>> IMHO. Really the only thing giving me pause from buying a second Maniville 
>>> for my Appa is that it might be nice to have an easily removable basket on 
>>> this Sam - and since so many others do the Marks / Wald combo there is a 
>>> reasonable chance I will learn they are right!  Until that time…I am having 
>>> fun with this $94 solution!
>>>
>>> On Tue, Jan 30, 2024 at 1:13 PM Teague Scott  wrote:
>>>
 This rasket has had me intrigued for a while now! Cool to see one in 
 use here.

 What do you think of the Manivelle? How does it hold up to a decent 
 load? Does it get a little noodly? I'd plan on using it on my 
 basketpacker. 
 I currently use a big ol' Surly rack with a 139 strapped to it. Works well 
 and feels solid, but it's a hefty setup that I'd like to pare down a 
 little.

 Thanks,

 Teague in Boise

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Re: [RBW] Manivelle basket rack on Sam Hillborne

2024-02-06 Thread Brenton Eastman

Mine is the same color orange and has caliper brakes. 2017 give or take a year. On Feb 6, 2024, at 3:25 PM, st nick  wrote:Your Sam looks great with or without the basket.Can you tell me the year model?Your frame looks very similar to mine in size (59cm) and the shade of orange.However mine is set up with an upright bar cockpit.I've yet to add a basket but am considering it.I'm guessing mine is about 4 to 5 years old.I've owned it about 2 years.ThanksPaul in DallasAnyone know if Riv has a serial number decode guide to determine the year made?I attached a pic of mine.It's a joy to ride.



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[RBW] Re: Flyer vs. B67

2023-01-01 Thread Brenton Eastman

Sell them here! This group loves Brooks Saddles. ;-)

On Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 1:33:53 PM UTC-8 schralp wrote:

> So, after trying them all over the last couple months, I am (or, my 
> hindquarters are…) happiest with the B67. It’s the perfect fit for my sit 
> bones in the position I am in on the Platypus and doesn’t get in the way of 
> anything while pedaling. Any helpful suggestions on divesting of the spares?
>
> On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 1:51:14 PM UTC-7 Roberta wrote:
>
>> Welcome to the club with your new marvelous Platy!!!  I wish you 
>> miles of pain free fun. 
>>
>> I’ve had both saddles (and the related b17 and b68, both nonsprung 
>> versions) and the saddles that fits MY sits bones best, be it on a Platy or 
>> Appaloosa or Homer is the B67/68.  So I think it might be a best  fit 
>> issue, like shoe widths—flyer is a medium, b67 wide. 
>>
>> YSBMV (a take on YMMV).
>> Roberta 
>>
>>
>> On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 1:00:13 PM UTC-4 schralp wrote:
>>
>>> Just joined after purchasing my first Country bike; a beaut of a lime 
>>> olive platypus. Goal is to get more upright and it was outfitted with 
>>> albatross bars which are about perfect. However, I put my Brooks 
>>> professional from the 70s on and it doesn’t quite match the more upright 
>>> position. I’m thinking Flyer vs b67. Any recommendations from this esteemed 
>>> group and, how does one avoid annoying squeaks with those spring saddles. 
>>> My riding is essentially road and hard packed dry trails in so. Cal. Thanks!
>>
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[RBW] WTB Albatross or Billie

2023-01-01 Thread Brenton Eastman

Hiya all. I'm assembling parts to go upright on my Sam Hillborne. Currently 
on 48 noodles and have always craved the lax look of folks riding upright 
with beautiful sweeping bars.

Before buying new, thought I'd ask here if anyone has them preowned and 
sitting around. Albatross would be my #1, Billie #2.

Thanks and Happy New Year!
Brent 
Portland, OR

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[RBW] ISO Roadini...or?

2023-07-19 Thread Brenton Eastman

Hi all,

I have really fallen for these luscious new Roadini builds I've seen at Riv 
and Blue Lug.

I have a Sam Hillborne and love it. It's been through several iterations of 
cockpit/racks/bags/brakes/wheels/tires and all have been really fun. Right 
now it has flat bars with sweep, chunky 47mm tires, and is an excellent all 
around adventure/trail/camping ride. It's currently my only bike!

Before the Sam, I rode 90s road bikes exclusively for 20 years, and those 
worked great for city/commuting/neighborhood/pub rides. I've heard that the 
Roadini does NOT offer that kind of 
ride/speed/feel/handling/gusto/whatever, from several folks in this group.

So am I fooling myself into thinking another $2500 Riv build is going to 
scratch the itch? Or should I buy a <$500 Japanese Road Bike that can hold 
33s and actually feel some performance?

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

2023-07-19 Thread Brenton Eastman

I've read everything Riv Staff has written on the Roadini and I believe 
they are being honest. Lot's of folks here though, have said it's 
underwhelming. 

The geometry is remarkably similar to the Hillborne and I guess I don't 
know if it makes sense. 

On Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 7:03:16 PM UTC-7 Doug H. wrote:

> This paragraph is from Will's recent email... If this sounds like what 
> you're looking for then I say buy one. 
>
> "Yes, the Roadini is heavier than a carbon frame, but, and even though 
> it's a cliche phrase at this point, *it rides light* and I don't care if 
> I'm two minutes slower than my alternate-universe self who rides a carbon 
> bike. I still feel fast on it, and I'm not racing anybody anyway, even 
> myself. My bike priorities are safety, comfort, reliability, and the 
> ability to stretch the bike beyond it's stated purpose. Most of you aren't 
> able to come test ride one before you buy, but those that do invariably say 
> something like, "it's faster than I thought it would be!". It's always been 
> more about the rider than the frame, but I know what they mean."
>
> Doug
>
>
> On Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 9:14:40 PM UTC-4 brenton...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> Hi all,
>>
>> I have really fallen for these luscious new Roadini builds I've seen at 
>> Riv and Blue Lug.
>>
>> I have a Sam Hillborne and love it. It's been through several iterations 
>> of cockpit/racks/bags/brakes/wheels/tires and all have been really fun. 
>> Right now it has flat bars with sweep, chunky 47mm tires, and is an 
>> excellent all around adventure/trail/camping ride. It's currently my only 
>> bike!
>>
>> Before the Sam, I rode 90s road bikes exclusively for 20 years, and those 
>> worked great for city/commuting/neighborhood/pub rides. I've heard that the 
>> Roadini does NOT offer that kind of 
>> ride/speed/feel/handling/gusto/whatever, from several folks in this group.
>>
>> So am I fooling myself into thinking another $2500 Riv build is going to 
>> scratch the itch? Or should I buy a <$500 Japanese Road Bike that can hold 
>> 33s and actually feel some performance?
>>
>

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

2023-07-19 Thread Brenton Eastman

Yeah, I'm leaning towards an RB-1 or something similar. 

Swap in some Noodles and a reasonable stem, ~30mm tires, and try it out. 
Definitely less risky than $2500 for a new bike from Riv.

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[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Billie bars

2024-04-16 Thread Brenton Eastman

What’s the clamp diameter?

On Monday, April 15, 2024 at 5:08:51 PM UTC-7 eddietheflay wrote:

> $95 now
>
> On Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 6:57:46 AM UTC-7 eddietheflay wrote:
>
>> $100 shipped.
>>
>> On Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 11:34:00 AM UTC-7 eddietheflay wrote:
>>
>>> I have some shims that would allow smaller diameter bars to be installed.
>>>
>>> On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 7:30:20 AM UTC-7 eddietheflay wrote:
>>>
 Been installed but so damn close to perfect condition...a photo can't 
 show the teeny tiny nicks. $110 shipped.
>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

2024-04-19 Thread Brenton Eastman

Definitely would need to know your frame/wheel size. My 57cm Sam with 
tektro side pulls and 700c Velocity Dyad hoops clears a 47 teravail, 48 
Rene herse, and 50 gravel king. Not sure how much bigger you’d need. 

On Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:36:44 PM UTC-7 bcu...@cullensfoods.com 
wrote:

> Would also love to know this exact question! Did you ever find out? 
>
> On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2:08:59 AM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> How much more tire and fender clearance does the Canti version have 
>> compared to say a Paul Racer side pull ? 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

2024-04-23 Thread Brenton Eastman

I’ve had the 48 file tread without issue. I’ve seen people run the 48 
knobbies on side pull Sams as well. 

On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 8:23:48 AM UTC-7 Drew Fitchette wrote:

> @brenton were the RH slicks or knobby?
>
> On Friday, April 19, 2024 at 9:37:12 PM UTC-4 Brenton Eastman wrote:
>
>> Definitely would need to know your frame/wheel size. My 57cm Sam with 
>> tektro side pulls and 700c Velocity Dyad hoops clears a 47 teravail, 48 
>> Rene herse, and 50 gravel king. Not sure how much bigger you’d need. 
>>
>> On Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:36:44 PM UTC-7 bcu...@cullensfoods.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Would also love to know this exact question! Did you ever find out? 
>>>
>>> On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2:08:59 AM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> How much more tire and fender clearance does the Canti version have 
>>>> compared to say a Paul Racer side pull ? 
>>>
>>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

2024-04-23 Thread Brenton Eastman

Oh yeah, I have to deflate anything over 42 to clear my tektro 559s. On Apr 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM, Chris Halasz  wrote:Are all keeping in mind whether a caliper brake that accommodates wider tires may may introduce the inconvenience of having to deflate a tire for wheel removal, which may not be the case for cantilevers? On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 10:43:36 AM UTC-7 Nathan Mattia wrote:My 51 cm 650b w the Tektro side-pulls runs the 41-ish Fatty Rumpkins right now. I am curious if the Paul Racers would allow me to go bigger as well. On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 11:14:36 AM UTC-5 brenton...@gmail.com wrote:I’ve had the 48 file tread without issue. I’ve seen people run the 48 knobbies on side pull Sams as well. On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 8:23:48 AM UTC-7 Drew Fitchette wrote:@brenton were the RH slicks or knobby?On Friday, April 19, 2024 at 9:37:12 PM UTC-4 Brenton Eastman wrote:Definitely would need to know your frame/wheel size. My 57cm Sam with tektro side pulls and 700c Velocity Dyad hoops clears a 47 teravail, 48 Rene herse, and 50 gravel king. Not sure how much bigger you’d need. On Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:36:44 PM UTC-7 bcu...@cullensfoods.com wrote:Would also love to know this exact question! Did you ever find out? On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2:08:59 AM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com wrote:How much more tire and fender clearance does the Canti version have compared to say a Paul Racer side pull ?




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[RBW] Re: Rivendell (Roadini) Geometry

2024-04-27 Thread Brenton Eastman

On my Hillborne and Roadini I am running brooks B17 almost at the max fwd 
position. Not sure what to compare it to but both are super comfy. I also 
have 57cm (both bikes) but I'm 6'1"


On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 7:23:08 PM UTC-7 Jay wrote:

> I've been enjoying my first Riv, a Roadini, since getting it in February. 
>  Just one thing I feel like I'm struggling with, saddle set back.
>
> It's a size 57, I'm 5'11 and my PHB meant a 57 or 54 would work.  It came 
> with the setback seat post and that put me really far behind the BB 
> compared to my other bikes, so I got a zero offset post and that helped 
> things, but I'm still running my Brooks C17 pushed 3/4 of the way forward 
> on the rails.  Funny thing is my Salsa Fargo, which has a 73 degree ST 
> angle, vs. 72 on the Roadini, running the same saddle, and less set back 
> (also on a zero offset post).  I can feel the difference when I'm pedaling; 
> on the Fargo, my pedal stroke feels really good.  On the Roadini it feels 
> like the pedals are out in front and I'm over-using posterior chain in an 
> unnatural pedal stroke.  I measure setback on both bikes and the Fargo is 
> coming out as saddle 5.5cm setback from BB, 7cm on the Roadini.
>
> Anyone else notice this?  I may try pushing the saddle all the way forward 
> on the rails, then maybe set post up a bit, but wanted to ask this question 
> first.
>
> Thanks!
>

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[RBW] ISO // WTB // blue homer 54.5

2024-04-27 Thread Brenton Eastman

Looking for an AHH in Homer Blue. Not sure if older years came in sizes 
other than 54.5 but that's about the size I want for my lady. Interested in 
new or used, frame+fork or complete, or a semi-complete project. 

Thanks!

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Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell (Roadini) Geometry

2024-04-27 Thread Brenton Eastman

Yep. 170 sugino XD2 triple on both bikes. On Apr 27, 2024, at 9:16 PM, Jim in Mpls wrote:Is your crank length the same on both bikes?On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:01:24 PM UTC-5 brenton...@gmail.com wrote:On my Hillborne and Roadini I am running brooks B17 almost at the max fwd position. Not sure what to compare it to but both are super comfy. I also have 57cm (both bikes) but I'm 6'1"On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 7:23:08 PM UTC-7 Jay wrote:I've been enjoying my first Riv, a Roadini, since getting it in February. Just one thing I feel like I'm struggling with, saddle set back.It's a size 57, I'm 5'11 and my PHB meant a 57 or 54 would work. It came with the setback seat post and that put me really far behind the BB compared to my other bikes, so I got a zero offset post and that helped things, but I'm still running my Brooks C17 pushed 3/4 of the way forward on the rails. Funny thing is my Salsa Fargo, which has a 73 degree ST angle, vs. 72 on the Roadini, running the same saddle, and less set back (also on a zero offset post). I can feel the difference when I'm pedaling; on the Fargo, my pedal stroke feels really good. On the Roadini it feels like the pedals are out in front and I'm over-using posterior chain in an unnatural pedal stroke. I measure setback on both bikes and the Fargo is coming out as saddle 5.5cm setback from BB, 7cm on the Roadini.Anyone else notice this? I may try pushing the saddle all the way forward on the rails, then maybe set post up a bit, but wanted to ask this question first.Thanks!

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Re: [RBW] Re: ISO // WTB // blue homer 54.5

2024-04-27 Thread Brenton Eastman

That Facebook post is from Jan 2023 so I gotta assume that bike is gone. Also the head tube looks very tall for a 54. Does anyone know if there were 700c versions of AHH in 54.5?On Apr 27, 2024, at 9:04 PM, Kim H. wrote:@Brenton -If you go FACEBOOK Rivendell Bicycle BUY/SELL/TRADE, there is a blue Homer under the owner's name of
Payton Beargrr
Very near mint condition A. Homer Hilsen, 54.5cm with 650b wheels. Unsure of year but it's likely 4 or less years old. Taiwanese made frame. I am not the original owner but this appears to be a Rivendell build. -Nitto handlebars, stem, and seat post-Brooks saddle-Paul racer brakes, Paul canti levers-Paul thumbie mounts with Microshift shifters-Riv Silver double crankset-IRD front derailleur-Shimano Alivio rear derailleur-MKS Grip Monarch pedals-mismatched Shimano hubs, no name rims-Soma Cazadero 650 x 42b-Sackville bagThe only imperfections are the two small paint chips on the top tube, noted in the pictures. $2500 + shipping. Let me know if you have any questions.Kim Hetzel.

On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 8:12:21 PM UTC-7 brenton...@gmail.com wrote:Looking for an AHH in Homer Blue. Not sure if older years came in sizes other than 54.5 but that's about the size I want for my lady. Interested in new or used, frame+fork or complete, or a semi-complete project. Thanks!

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Re: [RBW] Inexpensive rear light to mount on Seat stay - any suggestions

2024-04-30 Thread Brenton Eastman

+1 on cygolight. I forget my models name but it has a tilt option and is 
super snug on seat stay or seat post with 5 seconds of adjustment.

On Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 3:21:18 PM UTC-7 Art wrote:

> Thank you  Mackenzy. I will check it out.
> I definitely want to be seen from the rear!
> .Art
>
>
> On Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 3:43:58 PM UTC-4 Mackenzy Albright wrote:
>
>> https://www.knog.com/products/plus-rear-bike-light
>>
>> for rechargable rear lights - this knog became my absolute favorite. It's 
>> a sleek design. It straps nicely onto the seat stay. It is REALLY REALLY 
>> bright - but not blindingly so. It is easy to remove when parked - as it's 
>> magnetically clipped to the mount. It charges with a standard USB clip. It 
>> lasts a reasonable amount of time on steady or erratic blink. 
>>
>> I found despite it not mounting perpendicular on the seat stay it is 
>> still exceedingly visible including from the sides. I find it actually 
>> lights the whole rear wheel quite well. 
>>
>> On Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 12:13:44 PM UTC-7 Benjamin Kelley wrote:
>>
>>> All mine, which are all various usb rechargable Planet Bike super flash 
>>> lights all came with a mount that is articulated, similar to a standard 
>>> cheap OEM rear reflector mount.
>>> They come with 2 tube sizes, a large one that fits a seat tube, a 
>>> smaller one that is a bit larger than a seat stay, and a couple sizes of 
>>> rubber shim material.
>>> You could probably goto a LBS and rummage the parts bin and find 
>>> something similar.  Picture url of the mount from the planet bike site is 
>>> below.
>>>
>>> --ben in KC
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-i3pt5y1dai/product_images/uploaded_images/superflash-usb-bike-tail-light-lifestyle.jpg?t=1644602501&_gl=1*7oe9ud*_ga*NDM5NTc0ODEwLjE1NzAwMzY0NzQ.*_ga_WS2VZYPC6G*MTY0NDYwMTgzMy44MTcuMS4xNjQ0NjAyNTIxLjU4
>>>
>>> On Tue, Apr 30, 2024 at 12:37 PM Art  wrote:
>>>
 Hello All:
 I'm looking for a good but inexpensive rear light for my Bridgestone. 
 I'd like to mount it on the left seat stay so I need a mount that allows 
 me 
 to tilt the light so it is pointing straight back (not up in the air). I 
 have a seat bag covering the seat tube, so mounting it there won't work.
 Anyone have any thoughts or suggestions?
 TIA

 .Art

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[RBW] Scam alert? I'm so confused. Blue Homer in LA? ND?

2024-05-02 Thread Brenton Eastman

Hi. I've been searching for a blue homer in 54.5 for my wife and in my ISO
post I was linked to this facebook listing:

" @Brenton -
If you go FACEBOOK Rivendell Bicycle BUY/SELL/TRADE, there is a blue Homer
under the owner's name of
*Payton Beargrr*

Very near mint condition A. Homer Hilsen, 54.5cm with 650b wheels. Unsure
of year but it's likely 4 or less years old. Taiwanese made frame. I am not
the original owner but this appears to be a Rivendell build.
-Nitto handlebars, stem, and seat post
-Brooks saddle
-Paul racer brakes, Paul canti levers
-Paul thumbie mounts with Microshift shifters
-Riv Silver double crankset
-IRD front derailleur
-Shimano Alivio rear derailleur
-MKS Grip Monarch pedals
-mismatched Shimano hubs, no name rims
-Soma Cazadero 650 x 42b
-Sackville bag
The only imperfections are the two small paint chips on the top tube, noted
in the pictures.
$2500 + shipping.
Let me know if you have any questions.

Kim Hetzel."

Other people seem to also be looking at this bike. Robert Carlton said
owner confirmed it's a 58. The facebook post has some comments and the
owner says the bike is in *Fargo ND.*

I've been texting with someone (who says the bike is in *LA*) and he wants
a $400 deposit to sell it to me for $1300 (complete bike, insane price).
The whole thing is odd. They can't send me a pic with measure tape to prove
a claim of *69cm standover*. It sure doesn't look like a 54.5 based on
every other Riv stack I've seen and studied. Our messages have been super
cryptic.

I just *HOPE* anyone else looking for a blue homer in 58 or 54.5 doesn't
fall for a scam. Posting here amongst people I trust, admire, and have
become friends with. My Roadini frame and dozens of parts on both my Rivs
have been purchased from this group. I don't want to stir up any drama if
this is in fact a legit sale, but the listing is from Jan 2023, 16 months
old, this bike at any price under $2000 should be long gone on it's way to
a new owner. PS. I'm not sending a deposit.

[RBW] Re: Scam alert? I'm so confused. Blue Homer in LA? ND?

2024-05-02 Thread Brenton Eastman

The more I think about this the more fired up I get. I've had so many 
pleasant exchanges here, both transactional and non-transactional, that I 
feel protective of this group. If no scam is happening, no one will be 
bummed on me sharing out a phone number and email. 

I was direct messaged from 'Jeff McCathern' via *jeff00mccath...@gmail.com* 
who said they were friends with a seller named "Leonard" and I gave my 
phone number to that emailer.

The text message correspondence was with phone number *424-269-2563* which 
got super cryptic and scammy. When they told me the bike was in LA, I said 
I would happily have a friend (I have lots of friends in LA, some are in 
this group!) meet up to buy the bike, they accused me of being cautious and 
suggested a deposit.

Not sure who the admins of this group are, but everything about this says 
*scam*. I would love to be wrong.

On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 8:48:01 PM UTC-7 Brenton Eastman wrote:

> Hi. I've been searching for a blue homer in 54.5 for my wife and in my ISO 
> post I was linked to this facebook listing:
>
> " @Brenton -
> If you go FACEBOOK Rivendell Bicycle BUY/SELL/TRADE, there is a blue Homer 
> under the owner's name of 
> *Payton Beargrr* 
> <https://www.facebook.com/groups/3127504017358010/user/33810597/?__cft__[0]=AZWM_HUDwICO-DZxRDgeH6PKEH27Q60_rtRW56T14XolOXVDtbhiBhqSs5IRAf2tQDooAhYlS1GgrtEsUMVFG9ZrTDTGQLgc2dwfiW-pCa6kFgLsLZXBqq6yep7jrikH2XvXt0mesTqEacdgnkqciYIV4VxMZbmA-_JjOgp9P2iC9Yu-ioEmc_h01k1sYLT7-4XapFpB_ZNlHwVe_6xRHXgq&__tn__=-UC%2CP-R>
>  
>
> Very near mint condition A. Homer Hilsen, 54.5cm with 650b wheels. Unsure 
> of year but it's likely 4 or less years old. Taiwanese made frame. I am not 
> the original owner but this appears to be a Rivendell build. 
> -Nitto handlebars, stem, and seat post
> -Brooks saddle
> -Paul racer brakes, Paul canti levers
> -Paul thumbie mounts with Microshift shifters
> -Riv Silver double crankset
> -IRD front derailleur
> -Shimano Alivio rear derailleur
> -MKS Grip Monarch pedals
> -mismatched Shimano hubs, no name rims
> -Soma Cazadero 650 x 42b
> -Sackville bag
> The only imperfections are the two small paint chips on the top tube, 
> noted in the pictures. 
> $2500 + shipping. 
> Let me know if you have any questions.
>
> Kim Hetzel."
>
> Other people seem to also be looking at this bike. Robert Carlton said 
> owner confirmed it's a 58. The facebook post has some comments and the 
> owner says the bike is in *Fargo ND.*
>
> I've been texting with someone (who says the bike is in *LA*) and he 
> wants a $400 deposit to sell it to me for $1300 (complete bike, insane 
> price). The whole thing is odd. They can't send me a pic with measure tape 
> to prove a claim of *69cm standover*. It sure doesn't look like a 54.5 
> based on every other Riv stack I've seen and studied. Our messages have 
> been super cryptic. 
>
> I just *HOPE* anyone else looking for a blue homer in 58 or 54.5 doesn't 
> fall for a scam. Posting here amongst people I trust, admire, and have 
> become friends with. My Roadini frame and dozens of parts on both my Rivs 
> have been purchased from this group. I don't want to stir up any drama if 
> this is in fact a legit sale, but the listing is from Jan 2023, 16 months 
> old, this bike at any price under $2000 should be long gone on it's way to 
> a new owner. PS. I'm not sending a deposit.
>
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Drops vs albatross. Easy to swap or do I need two bikes?

2024-05-02 Thread Brenton Eastman

I've had a Sam for 4 years now. It was my only bike for 3.5 years. I 
started with drops, then Aherne MAP, then back to drops, then SimWorks 
Getaround, then... bought a Roadini frame and built it up with Sam's old 
drops. 

Swapping got tiresome, and while the Sam was equally great in "fast mode" 
vs "trail/cruiser mode" it became clear that having 2 bikes made sense. I 
did give one-bike-life a real chance and I was happy the whole time.

On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:22:16 AM UTC-7 Pancake wrote:

> If you go the Albastashe route … I have Albastashe bars with Shimano 
> Tiagra levers and a Nitto tallux stem (with shim for 25.4 to 26) that 
> originally came on a Charles Gallop prototype direct from Riv. I’ve got 
> Silver bar end pods for both sides too (or a micro shifter as in the photos)
> $100 shipped for the bars and levers (or $85 for local pick up in Napa or 
> the SF Bay Area) unless someone tells me that’s more or less than the going 
> rate. Add $15 per pod or the microshift shifter. 
> [image: image0.jpeg][image: image1.jpeg]
> Abe
>
> On May 1, 2024, at 2:58 PM, esoterica etc  wrote:
>
> 
>
>
> Michael,
>
> Due to an overseas move last year, I had to scale down to a single bike, 
> but I didn't want to have to choose between drops or upright bars because I 
> like them both equally. So I implemented a "quick swap" cockpit system that 
> I'd been playing around with in my head for a little while. It uses the 
> Ritchey Quick-Disconnect system for the brakes, and I relocated the shifter 
> to the downtube using an Origin8 adapter. Each cockpit has its own stem, 
> brake cables, housing, and a pair of Ritchey Q-D brake units. Garth 
> mentions having to readjust the seat every time a different cockpit is 
> used, but I haven't found the need to do that with my Selle Anatomica 
> saddle. It takes about 3 minutes to do the change- simply unscrew each Q-D 
> unit, line up the cable slots in the front cable hanger to extract the 
> cable, and remove the threaded stem. So far it's been a great system that 
> I'm very happy with; so much so that I'm in the process of putting together 
> a third cockpit with a Jones bar for some of the trickier singletrack 
> that's nearby.
>
> ~Mark
> Kailua, HI
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:39:36 AM UTC-10 Pancake wrote:
>
>> [image: IMG_8915.jpeg]I have a bit of a crazy solution that I ran on my 
>> Sam and currently run on my Charles Gallup prototype: albatross bars, 
>> upside down with handlebar extensions at the midpoint of the bend in the 
>> bar. This gives me a drop similar to the Albastash, a sort of in the hoods 
>> position on the midset bar ends, and a couple other positions so I can 
>> stretch my hands out on longer rides. I’m about to use it on a century this 
>> weekend. 
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 11:23:08 PM UTC-7 Michael wrote:
>>
>>> Looking for a single bike for casual rides on bike 
>>> paths/paved/gravel/dirt roads with the occasional 100 mile ride thrown in. 
>>> Will suggest the Sam Hillborne, which I'm leaning towards. I assumed I 
>>> would build it with drops for the long rides but I recently fell in love 
>>> with albatross bars for upright lazy bike path rides. 
>>> Is there a way to quickly/easily swap handlebars or are two bikes 
>>> inevitable? 
>>> Would a Sam with drops and an appaloosa or atlantis w/ albatross be a 
>>> good combo or is that too much overlap? 
>>>
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[RBW] Re: One way to try out a road bike for the Road Curious

2024-05-03 Thread Brenton Eastman

I had the same year Fuji Team, same color brown with the gold hoops. Such a 
sweet bike. 

Love this thread, though I did buy a Roadini instead of 'trying' another 
90s road bike, since I rode them for a decade. No regrets!

On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 8:36:33 PM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote:

> Those of us who did time "in shops" definitely have been imprinted with 
> the stuff that was good at that time  It's inescapable...
>
> BL "Village Schwinn, Yorba Linda CA" in EC
>
>
>
> On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:29:30 PM UTC-7 Ted Durant wrote:
>
>> On Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 3:23:58 PM UTC-5 aeroperf wrote:
>>
>> So I picked up an ’82 Team Fuji.  Got it for $150. 
>>
>>
>> OMG those gold UKAI rims are worth $150 apiece. Yes, LOVELY bike! (Full 
>> disclosure, I worked in a bike shop selling Fuji's in the late 70's, so I 
>> have a bias.)
>>
>> Ted Durant
>> Milwaukee WI USA
>>
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[RBW] Re: One way to try out a road bike for the Road Curious

2024-05-03 Thread Brenton Eastman

I had the same year Fuji Team, same color brown with the gold hoops. Such a 
sweet bike. 

Love this thread, though I did buy a Roadini instead of 'trying' another 
90s road bike, since I rode them for a decade. No regrets!

+1 on the working in a shop. Former mechanic at The Bicycle Exchange in 
Cambridge, MA.

On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 8:36:33 PM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote:

> Those of us who did time "in shops" definitely have been imprinted with 
> the stuff that was good at that time  It's inescapable...
>
> BL "Village Schwinn, Yorba Linda CA" in EC
>
>
>
> On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:29:30 PM UTC-7 Ted Durant wrote:
>
>> On Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 3:23:58 PM UTC-5 aeroperf wrote:
>>
>> So I picked up an ’82 Team Fuji.  Got it for $150. 
>>
>>
>> OMG those gold UKAI rims are worth $150 apiece. Yes, LOVELY bike! (Full 
>> disclosure, I worked in a bike shop selling Fuji's in the late 70's, so I 
>> have a bias.)
>>
>> Ted Durant
>> Milwaukee WI USA
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

2024-06-18 Thread Brenton Eastman

John, I believe mine is also a 2017 and similar to Tim I do not have any clearance issues. I do need to deflate a bit for install/removal due to brake pads. I’m in Portland as well if you ever wanna link up and get tire-nerdy in person. Also happy to share pictures. On Jun 18, 2024, at 11:13 AM, Tim Bantham wrote:John, my Sam is a 2017 model designed around side pulls. I am riding 44mm Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass on Velocity Quill rims. Paul Racer brakes. There is plenty of clearance for the tires front and rear but I do have to deflate the tires a bit to get them out. It's been a non-issue for me and the Sam is great with these tires!On Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 12:21:39 PM UTC-4 John Bokman wrote:Brent, what year model do you have? I'm under the impression that earlier Sams (like my 2017, 58cm) do not accept as fat a tire as the newer models (2018 onward)?My use case is trying to figure how fat a knobby I can install for an upcoming offroad trip. Some say a 43mm wide knob is all that the frame will accept, while the Riv site itself says 45mm tires fit - albeit not necessarily a knobbed tire. for the record, I'm on Velocity Dyad rims. And my Sam is designed around side pull brakes, but I had canti posts installed so have more room in that respect.Thanks for any info you may have.John (in Portland OR)On Friday, April 19, 2024 at 6:37:12 PM UTC-7 Brent Eastman wrote:Definitely would need to know your frame/wheel size. My 57cm Sam with tektro side pulls and 700c Velocity Dyad hoops clears a 47 teravail, 48 Rene herse, and 50 gravel king. Not sure how much bigger you’d need. On Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:36:44 PM UTC-7 bcu...@cullensfoods.com wrote:Would also love to know this exact question! Did you ever find out? On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2:08:59 AM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com wrote:How much more tire and fender clearance does the Canti version have compared to say a Paul Racer side pull ?

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Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

2024-06-18 Thread Brenton Eastman

44mm tire on dyads will fit no problem. My friend ran the 48 RH knobbies no prob and so did @senditsafely on IG. He’s got pics of clearances and such. If you try the 44 RH knobbies and they don’t work, sell em to me! My 47 teravail knobbies are getting smooth at this point. On Jun 18, 2024, at 1:21 PM, John Bokman wrote:Thanks Brenton and Tim for your insight. Good to know I may be able to fit at least a 42mm knobby in there. For what it's worth, I believe (but am not certain) that after 2017, the size I ride (and Brenton rides) switched from 58cm to 57cm. If this is correct, Brenton, your frame is likely a 2018 or newer. I need to get myself a pair of vernier calipers to accurately measure the space I've got at all the critical areas before spending lots of dough on new rubber!JohnOn Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 11:55:22 AM UTC-7 Tim Bantham wrote:I have a friend with the same era Sam that we are discussing. I can confirm that the Hurricane Ridge will definitely fit. Not sure about the Manastash. I am thinking about trying these as well. On Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 2:45:09 PM UTC-4 brenton...@gmail.com wrote:John, I believe mine is also a 2017 and similar to Tim I do not have any clearance issues. I do need to deflate a bit for install/removal due to brake pads. I’m in Portland as well if you ever wanna link up and get tire-nerdy in person. Also happy to share pictures. On Jun 18, 2024, at 11:13 AM, Tim Bantham wrote:John, my Sam is a 2017 model designed around side pulls. I am riding 44mm Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass on Velocity Quill rims. Paul Racer brakes. There is plenty of clearance for the tires front and rear but I do have to deflate the tires a bit to get them out. It's been a non-issue for me and the Sam is great with these tires!On Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 12:21:39 PM UTC-4 John Bokman wrote:Brent, what year model do you have? I'm under the impression that earlier Sams (like my 2017, 58cm) do not accept as fat a tire as the newer models (2018 onward)?My use case is trying to figure how fat a knobby I can install for an upcoming offroad trip. Some say a 43mm wide knob is all that the frame will accept, while the Riv site itself says 45mm tires fit - albeit not necessarily a knobbed tire. for the record, I'm on Velocity Dyad rims. And my Sam is designed around side pull brakes, but I had canti posts installed so have more room in that respect.Thanks for any info you may have.John (in Portland OR)On Friday, April 19, 2024 at 6:37:12 PM UTC-7 Brent Eastman wrote:Definitely would need to know your frame/wheel size. My 57cm Sam with tektro side pulls and 700c Velocity Dyad hoops clears a 47 teravail, 48 Rene herse, and 50 gravel king. Not sure how much bigger you’d need. On Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:36:44 PM UTC-7 bcu...@cullensfoods.com wrote:Would also love to know this exact question! Did you ever find out? On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2:08:59 AM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com wrote:How much more tire and fender clearance does the Canti version have compared to say a Paul Racer side pull ?

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Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto R14 bent, bummer, warranty?

2024-07-29 Thread Brenton Eastman

I straightened everything out and will try using it again. I get what Nick is saying, that the front is the weak spot. I can keep my skateboard strapped further towards the back, and I’ll find a better spot for my lock. I’ll report back after I take the bike+board out again. On Jul 29, 2024, at 7:05 PM, Nick Payne wrote:You can buy the rack struts as spare parts. I did that a while ago when I moved one of those racks from a bike with 26" wheels to an Appaloosa with 622 wheels, and as I'd shortened the struts on the 26" bike so that they didn't protrude past the rack top, they were no longer long enough to clear the rear wheel on the Appaloosa.But I've never considered that rack as one that should have much weight on it, particularly not if you have the weight towards the front of the rack. I just use it under saddlebags to stabilise them and prevent them sagging onto the wheel.Nick Payne

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Pacenti Forza Classico 700c wheelset

2024-08-20 Thread Brenton Eastman

Ah yeah. I had my black wheels re spaced to 132.5 when I took them off the Sam.On Aug 19, 2024, at 10:47 PM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:1540g is indeed light for a clincher rim-brake wheel set with a 135mm rear hub.  A Roadini wants a 130mm rear hub, though. BL in ECOn Monday, August 19, 2024 at 7:59:10 PM UTC-7 Brent Eastman wrote:is this consideredlight? I have an all black wheelset on my roadini and I'm considering going back to classic silver, but I also need a non-aesthetic reason to switch, and I want to make the Roadini even lighter.My wheels: Dyad rims, SP Dynamo Hub, Deore Rear Hub.



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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Pacenti Forza Classico 700c wheelset

2024-08-23 Thread Brenton Eastman

Could the rear hub be re spaced to 130mm?On Aug 23, 2024, at 12:15 PM, Jacob Tobey wrote:Bump. How about $350 + shipping?On Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 8:40:32 AM UTC-5 brenton...@gmail.com wrote:Ah yeah. I had my black wheels re spaced to 132.5 when I took them off the Sam.On Aug 19, 2024, at 10:47 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:1540g is indeed light for a clincher rim-brake wheel set with a 135mm rear hub. A Roadini wants a 130mm rear hub, though. BL in ECOn Monday, August 19, 2024 at 7:59:10 PM UTC-7 Brent Eastman wrote:is this consideredlight? I have an all black wheelset on my roadini and I'm considering going back to classic silver, but I also need a non-aesthetic reason to switch, and I want to make the Roadini even lighter.My wheels: Dyad rims, SP Dynamo Hub, Deore Rear Hub.

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[RBW] Anyone run 700x50 tires on a Sam Hillborne?

2022-08-21 Thread Brenton Eastman

I am running 700x47 teravails on velocity dyad hoops with a ton of room. 
I've seen people running the 700x48 Rene Herse knobbies on my same frame. 
Mine is a 57 and the brakes have more clearance than the frame. So I'm 
tempted by the Soma Cazadero and or Gravelking SK in a 50. Anyone flown 
this close to the sun?!?

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[RBW] Re: FS Nitto Campee Rear Rack 33R

2021-08-23 Thread Brenton Eastman

SOLD

On Friday, August 20, 2021 at 9:32:52 AM UTC-7 André P wrote:

> Don't need the rack, but great photo!
> On Friday, August 13, 2021 at 12:09:28 PM UTC-7 brenton...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> Testing the waters since this is sold out with no ETA, maybe someone 
>> wants it more than me. I have mounted it and used it only a couple times, 
>> just as a top carrier for a skateboard, and as a support for my baggabond. 
>> No panniers, no drops, no damage. I'd like $200 plus shipping. All 
>> hardware, instruction booklet, extra struts, original everything, included.
>>
>> [image: Screen Shot 2021-08-02 at 9.08.40 PM.png]
>>
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[RBW] Cycles Grand Bois Centerpulls vs Tektro R559

2021-08-23 Thread Brenton Eastman

Hi all,
I bought my Sam Hillborne built up with Grand Bois centerpulls (with the 
stirrup for mounting on the brakes bridge, not posts). I have been sort of 
disappointed/concerned by the stopping power. I take my Sam all over the 
place, and probably descend on some trails that blur the line of MTB 
territory. I have seen people with Sams (sans canti posts) running tetro 
R559, and Riv's own site sells them. I'm just wondering if making the swap 
would buy me some stopping power. The Grand Bois brakes are beautiful, and 
twice the cost of the tektro, but I would prefer some downhill peace of 
mind over prestige and good looks. Anyone have opinions or experience with 
either/both? 
Thanks, 
Brent

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[RBW] Re: FS Nitto Campee Rear Rack 33R

2021-08-23 Thread Brenton Eastman

Sold!

On Friday, August 20, 2021 at 9:32:52 AM UTC-7 André P wrote:

> Don't need the rack, but great photo!
> On Friday, August 13, 2021 at 12:09:28 PM UTC-7 brenton...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> Testing the waters since this is sold out with no ETA, maybe someone 
>> wants it more than me. I have mounted it and used it only a couple times, 
>> just as a top carrier for a skateboard, and as a support for my baggabond. 
>> No panniers, no drops, no damage. I'd like $200 plus shipping. All 
>> hardware, instruction booklet, extra struts, original everything, included.
>>
>> [image: Screen Shot 2021-08-02 at 9.08.40 PM.png]
>>
>

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[RBW] Cycles Grand Bois Centerpulls vs Tektro R559

2021-08-26 Thread Brenton Eastman

I am also enjoying the hot takes on both sides. Of note: I am not planning 
on converting to 650b wheels, so I would not be maxing out the reach of the 
R559 brake. Another thing I am bothered by with the Grand Bois brakes is 
mine need to be at the very shortest limit of their reach to meet my 700c 
atlas hoops, making them super annoying to adjust, as they must be crammed 
against the upper most point while dialing in. It almost requires a third 
hand or some extra fingers to get proper angle, toe, and contact point. I 
am 6'1 190lbs. I have not upgraded the pads...yet.

On Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at 9:19:05 AM UTC-7 bicycler...@gmail.com wrote:

> I find it so interesting that there are such polarized experiences with 
> the Tektro r559; one normally only sees this gulf when looking at obscure 
> tech from days long gone, but in this case it’s regarding a component you 
> can still “walk” to the “store” and buy. What are the variables we’re 
> missing here? Are the naysayers 6’4”, 220lbs and running stock brake pads? 
> Those in favor 5’6”, 140lbs with Kool Stops? 
> I for one love the r559; I’ve got them on my (very upright) commuter with 
> compression-less housing, Kool Stop inserts and flexy little Tektro levers 
> and I’m certain I could go ass-over-tea kettle if I grabbed a handful of 
> brake without care. The bike runs very wide, polished rims and increasingly 
> slick Gravel Kings. 
> In the name of science, I am 5’8” and about 150lbs 
>
> On Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at 6:33:21 AM UTC-7 Eric Daume wrote:
>
>> Not an opinion, it's my experience using these brakes on a Riv Cheviot 
>> and various 650b conversion. It's also echoed in a recent BQ issue, where a 
>> rider on a Trek conversion could barely control his speed with these long 
>> reach brakes. I wouldn't buy a frame that required these brakes.
>>
>> On Mon, Aug 23, 2021 at 10:10 PM Nick Payne  wrote:
>>
>>> On Tuesday, 24 August 2021 at 9:02:59 am UTC+10 Eric Daume wrote:
>>>
 I've never used the GB brake, but I've found the R559 to be 
 particularly weak. The long arms flex so much, I had to set the pads at 
 the 
 very bottom of the brake track so the brake pads wouldn't hit the tire as 
 the arms flexed up during a stop. And in the wet, they barely stop at all.

>>> That opinion is nonsense. I've been using the R559, and it's predecessor 
>>> the R556, for 20-odd years, and haven't had any problems with brake flex or 
>>> being unable to stop, including touring in high mountains.
>>>
>>> Nick
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[RBW] Anyone run 650b on a Sam Hillborne?

2021-10-02 Thread Brenton Eastman

Hi all, I have a Sam Hillborne without canti posts. I was considering 
trying 650b hoops to get some even beefier tires on the bike. Has anyone 
seen it done? Pics?

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Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

2025-03-12 Thread Brenton Eastman

Sam Hillborne is that bike. I had it as my only bike for three years. I only built a Roadini because I had an extra cockpit, extra wheelset, and found a frameset in my preferred color with brakes for $1100. On Mar 12, 2025, at 2:14 PM, Nicolas H wrote:Lately I've actually been really intrigued by this idea of doing less with more, which I guess is what we consider underbiking. I guess the idea of having the "perfect" bike seems both naive and a little un-attractive for some reason. Maybe others can chime on this indescribable feeling I'm trying to articulate. On the other hand, I might just be trying to talk myself out of buying an Atlantis.Thanks,NicOn Sun, Mar 9, 2025 at 5:38 PM John Bokman wrote:Ahh...the One bike to rule them all. I've tried for years! My Sam can indeed fulfill pretty much all the riding I'm likely to do. This means city riding (commute and recreation), touring, and off-pavement riding that isn't gnarly (anything requiring more than the 43mm Bruce Gordon Rock n' Road tires I use for off-roading). BUT: my limitation is fenderability. Here in Western Oregon, I like fenders, most of the year. My Sam won't accept 43mm tires with fenders...And I don't want to commute nor tour without them. Thus, my thoughts of a second bike. If I lived in Riv's locale, I think I could pretty much do it all on Sam. But, I don't. I'm surprised you aren't be-fendered in your neck of the woods. Must be drier up there than I thought. Or your tolerance for slop is greater than mine. Either way, good on you, Jay.JohnOregonOn Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 6:48:26 PM UTC-8 Jay wrote:Lot's of great info shared - thank you!My takeaway so far is that the nature of "unpaved" varies and that my Roadini, in comparison to my Fargo, will win some, and lose some.As an example, I've been riding my Fargo throughout the winter, mainly with 2.2" tubeless gravel tires on paved roads. Some of these roads have had work done in the past 6 months and the paving is awful. The Roadini is so much smoother over these roads (Roadini with 43 GKSS, tubed). The frame flex is noticeable, in a really good way.My local mixed-surface trails, which are mainly crushed limestone, with technical sections, is where I'm hoping the Roadini will do well. I've only taken the Fargo on these trails because that's why I bought the bike in the first place. It does awesome on the trails, and I'm moving around a lot on the bike, so the bike has fine been fine. But on long road rides in the winter, not so good.I still dream of the Roadini being the one bike to rule them all (my *them*), and having like 4 wheel sets! figured I could have my two existing wheels: 43mm GKSS for most road rides, which includes doses of trails; 30mm fast rubber on dura-ace wheels for road rides with friends; and then I would add, knobbies for trail rides, and a set of winter studded tires. I would be reluctant to ride her much in winter due to the salty roads (even though I clean my Fargo after every ride), plus the rim brakes.On Monday, March 3, 2025 at 5:53:20 PM UTC-5 brenton...@gmail.com wrote:TRAIL:Honestly the biggest factor has been cockpit. You are correct the geo is almost identical. I’ve never made a 1:1 comparison between my two bikes with same cockpit, but the drop bars I had on Sam are now on Leo. When I had only one bike, it was Sam, and I would switch from drops to other bars too often, and thus decided to get a second bike. On technical trails with drop bars the Sam felt great, until descents get steep, then it’s sketchy. Now that it has Billie bars (I've also used Simworks getaround and ahearne MAP) those same descents are fun. The geometry of both bikes can handle trail riding if you are skilled and comfortable with that stuff. Biggest impact to the trail riding experience will be cockpit and wheel/tire choice. Also if you weigh 175lbs or more and only want one of these two bikes, I’d say Sam all day. Roadini flexes a lot for me. I don’t think I knew what flex was until pushing myself and my Roadini. ROAD:I don’t have any carbon or aluminum road bike experience to compare to. Compared to 80s-90s steel road bikes with 25mm tires, both Sam and Leo are Cadillacs. Super comfy. Road manners are most affected by tires and cockpit. I’ve done centuries on both and they rule. Again I would stress that since the geo is the same, I’d consider the Roadini if you have a slimmer build, and if you’re closer to 200lbs I’d go Sam all day. The “road performance” of Roadini was negligible in comparison. I consider my Roadini 'faster' only because it has drops, lighter wheels, smoother tires, no racks, minimal baggage, just less weight overall. Never weighed either bike.OBVIOUS:The trails that felt sketchy on my Sam w/drop bars do not get ridden by me on the Roadini, at all. Yes the Roadini is way more trail capable than most dedicated road bikes, because the geo is chill and the tires (on mine) are fat (42 Cavas). The bike does have limits, though, and I

Re: [RBW] Re: lightest wheels you've run?

2025-06-02 Thread Brenton Eastman

I have 32h velocity dyad rims, SP dynamo front, shimano deore rear hub, butted spokes. Currently running Ultradynamico 42 tires in the mid-weight “just for fun” casing. The Roadini is super comfy which I enjoy, but I was thinking of experimenting with making it lighter (and faster) than current, to further differentiate it from my Hillborne. On Jun 2, 2025, at 6:12 AM, ascpgh wrote:Besides sharing the wheel specs (rim, hubs, spokes, nipples) and tires you now use, tell us what you want to improve.Deep section, "aero" rims may be more rigid and ride harder despite cutting seconds off some of your stats. That can reduce ride comfort and in my use that cuts into the range of rides. I try to avoid becoming miserable or riding after becoming such. I do this for the fun and the restorative mental aspects riding provides, not competing or comparing with others. The physical health benefits are icing on the cupcake.Pursuit of lightness may bring you to parts that have a shorter service life or add unforeseen problems to cope with (aluminum spoke nipples anyone?). Too few or too slight of spokes don't reduce enough rotating mass if they don't meet the need of your weight and other load requirements of your bike.Quality tires really can be transformative. When I switched to RH Stampede Pass EL tires on my Rambouillet the change was so significant I stopped looking for a replacement bike that would fit bigger tires thinking that all of my problems had to do with tire volume. I always look at my wheels as sharing the dynamic feel of the entire bike as it responds to my physical input while carrying my weight (and load as applicable). I envision all of the parts that I contact as the initial link of a chain of energy transmission to and through the whole bike to the ground, converted either into propulsion or steering forces. If I make one link in that chain more rigid, others will have to make up the difference in absorbing energy that is momentarily greater than the machine is able to convert to forward motion.A set of deep section aero rimmed 18 spoke wheels may lighten your bike, drop your best segment times but if they are not able to be dynamic in use they will require some other parts in the chain of energy transfer to do that instead of sharing. You may feel like those wheels make your frame or handlebars flex more than you previously thought and in time your back tire might wear faster than previous tires. Their service life might also be disappointing in the long run. I think a chat with a seasoned wheel builder is a good thing. A sense of "responsible adult" input from that person who has seen and built many variations and been responsible for what was built can be refreshing. Peter White always has a very valuable wheel building perspective that I've valued over the years. I built my own in the past but have so many other things to do in my life, including riding, that I had a reality check and decided to cede that process and decisions to those who do it daily. Andy CheathamPittsburghOn Monday, June 2, 2025 at 7:46:06 AM UTC-4 Nick Payne wrote:On Monday, 2 June 2025 at 1:09:22 pm UTC+10 brenton...@gmail.com wrote:I'm curious about putting lighter wheels on my Roadini. Anyone running really light weight wheels? Carbon? Noticeable changes in speed/comfort/stats? I wanna try em, but I don't want to drop $1000+ to find out it's not worth it.You don't say what rims your present wheels are built with, or what tyres you're running, but I doubt that you'll notice much if any difference from changing the wheels. Tyres, that's a different matter. If you're dissatisfied with what you're riding at the moment, look at getting lighter tyres and fit lighter tubes inside them.I've built several pairs of wheels using CF rims, but they were all for disc brake bikes. I wouldn't use CF rims with rim brakes - braking performance, particularly in the wet, and even with the proper CF brake pads, is worse than with Al rims, and the brake track being a wear item, CF is going to wear faster than Al. I have a fairly lightweight set of wheels with Al rims on my Riv custom - DT Swiss RR411 rims laced to White Industries MI5 hubs. I can't say, though, that I really noticed a difference from the previous wheels I was using, which were Mavic MA2 rims laced to Campagnolo hubs. The only reason I swapped the wheels was because I like building wheels and I already had the parts.Nick Payne

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