Re: [RBW] Re: Vertical bike storage (again)

[David Sprunger]

2 x 6 actually, with a sheet of 1/4" plywood cut up for the bumper boards.
I used the larger size Park hooks for more lee way with the bulkier
rim/tire combinations, such as the Bombadil.

On Tue, Apr 13, 2021 at 7:41 PM RichS  wrote:

> Nice work David. Very tidy. 2 x 4 with appropriate hooks/hangars?
>
> Best,
> Rich in ATL
>
> On Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 7:38:13 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Looks good, David! Is there a definitive vertical bike storage thread? I
>> had a similar questions and nearly started a thread myself.
>>
>> Thanks :)
>>
>> On Monday, April 12, 2021 at 9:21:37 PM UTC-4 spru...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>>> Thanks everyone for sharing ideas for storing bikes vertically. I have
>>> set up a corner of my new garage with the bikes we ride the most.
>>>
>>> In the picture, the rear wheels are all at about the same point, so you
>>> can see the difference in wheel bases. The Cheviot is, not surprisingly,
>>> definitely the longest single bike.
>>>
>>> Thanks again,
>>> David Sprunger
>>> now North Newton, KS
>>>
>>> [image: image.png]
>>>
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[RBW] WTB: Rivendell/Nitto bullmoose bar RAW

[David Sprunger]

Hi. As the subject line says, I'm looking for the Rivendell bullmoose bar
in the short-lived raw edition.

They were brazed and then clear-coated rather than plated. My plan is to
use this bar on my equally raw first-edition Bombadill.

It's a long-shot request, but this forum is the place to ask.

Thanks,
David Sprunger
North Newton, KS

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Re: [RBW] Any former paper boys (or girls) on this list?

[David Sprunger]

I too came from a family of paper carriers. I threw the Newton Kansan, an
afternoon paper, using my coppertone Schwinn Typhoon. My brother had the
Wichita Eagle Beacon, which was a 5 am route. He had a red Typhoon. In
hindsight, my parents were quite tolerant of our operation. We could rarely
take family vacations, and even school activities outside of normal hours
posed a challenge.
I learned a lot about all-weather biking and the value of fenders from
those years as a paper carrier.
David Sprunger
Formerly of Fargo but now back in North Newton, Kansas

On Mon, Sep 6, 2021 at 12:28 PM David Hallerman 
wrote:

> Paper boy? That was me in NYC, the borough of Queens, delivering the
> long-dead “New York World-Telegram & Sun” to about 35 homes. This was a
> semi-suburban section of Queens, and most of my customers lived in
> single-family, or at least ground entrance, homes. And the afternoon paper
> had no Sunday edition, so that was my day off.
>
>
> I cycled to each delivery on my black Rudge 3-speed and, after a time, on
> some anonymous single-speed with high handlebars that made it easy to tie
> on my white canvas paper bag. (Seems I always had multiple bikes.)
>
>
> I never threw the paper towards anyone’s front door. Instead, I walked up
> and put each day’s paper inside the customers’ screen doors or any other
> places they asked the paper to be left in. My artisanal style of paper
> delivery increased the size of my tips.
>
>
> Best bike memory associated with paper delivery: The gift my friends gave
> me for my bar-mitzvah was money to buy my first 10-speed bike, $55 back
> then. On the day I planned to buy the bike, I zoomed through my paper route
> and headed to the bike shop about 3 miles away on my blue single-speed.
>
>
> I knew the bike I wanted, a gold English Racer (another name we used back
> then for 10-speed bikes), but I cannot remember the brand. At the shop, I
> was ready to nail down my purchase, but the owner said “Don’t you think
> your father should be here with you?”
>
>
> My reply: “Why? I know more about it than he does.”
>
>
> Dave
>
> + + + + + + + +
>
> Hudson Valley NY
>
> On Mon, Sep 6, 2021 at 12:11 PM Patrick Moore  wrote:
>
>> Dave Moulton has an interesting little post on his blog today about
>> the disappearance of the paper boy. I don't recall ever having seen
>> one except (always!) in movies, but then we lived when I was a boy in
>> the US in what was still a semi rural area, and the rest of the time
>> overseas. All the newspaper deliverers I've seen have been middle aged
>> people in cars.
>>
>> http://davesbikeblog.squarespace.com/blog/2021/9/6/the-newspaper-boy.html
>>
>> I do recall working followup for the 1990 census on a bike! (I did
>> similar work for the 1980 census in my car in a very rural part of NW
>> Georgia; now that was interesting -- like Deliverance except that the
>> people were very nice, even though I was -- to them -- a Yankee
>> Oriental who was asking way too many personal questions.)
>>
>>
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames

[David Sprunger]

This is an interesting thread.

One aspect not yet discussed concerns the economics of being an early
adapter.  For example, I bought a first-generation Atlantis when the
frame was about $900.  I rode it hard and was able to sell it later
for about what I paid, not so much because the frame had appreciated
but because a new frame had about doubled in price.  I went on to buy
a Bombadil when the pre-release price was $1400. The current price is
now $2500.  (This example is perhaps not as parallel because my 60 cm
frame has the double tube whereas the current models have the diagonal
tube).  As others have pointed out, interest in the Quickbeam remains
high, so one imagines that those who bought the SimpleOne at its
introductory price will find that those frames hold their value well.



David Sprunger
Fargo, ND



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On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 4:53 PM, Joe Bernard  wrote:
>
> I'd love to score a Bleriot, for completely shallow reasons: It's my
> favorite Riv name/graphics package. I don't know the story of them
> being pulled from the market, and didn't realize they disappeared
> quickly (I was in recumbent world the last three years).
>
> About the mythical Legolas: I was at Rivendell a few years ago, cash
> in hand, staring at one in my size. I was *this* close to buying...and
> bailed out. They only made 80!? Oh my heart..
>
> On Jun 15, 4:06 am, islaysteve  wrote:
> > Leslie, No offense taken by me at all!  I understand what you're
> > saying about some people overpaying for nice-looking restored car,
> > while more knowledgable folks know that there is an upper limit to
> > reasonable prices for any given model.  This may be similar to the
> > pricing on the Ram we are discussing, but of course the final sale
> > price will determine that (if we ever find out.)  I'm also amazed by
> > the high asking prices for some older bikes on CL.  It may seem
> > reasonable to the seller that if a $700 (when new) bike is like new,
> > it should be worth $400 now.  They don't realize that the technology
> > has moved on so much in 10, 15 or 20 years, that their bike is pretty
> > much obsolete to most buyers.  I guess the fixed-gear/single-speed
> > trend has been a boon to those selling older steel bikes.  I'm just
> > glad that I bought my Bleriot when I did, for what I paid.  Steve
> >
> > On Jun 14, 9:45 pm, Leslie  wrote:
> >
> >
> >
> > > On Jun 14, 7:08 am, islaysteve  wrote:
> >
> > > > In view of the other thread about the nice Rambo for sale on CList, I
> > > > thought I'd start a general discussion of used Riv prices.  Just
> > > > because it's kind of interesting.  Someone on the other thread implied
> > > > that it's not reasonable to compare the asking price of a used frame
> > > > to the price of a new frame, esp. if it's a different model.  I
> > > > disagree.  Long ago I had a job processing claims.  The principles
> > > > apply, I argue.  To use my own example, you can't buy a new Bleriot.
> > > > If you want a new Riv frame that's close to a Bleriot in geometry and
> > > > function, you buy a Sam.  Back when they were sold, Bleriots cost $750
> > > > (such a deal!).  Today new Sams cost $1100 (?) or $1500, and that is a
> > > > whole other discussion in itself.  In my size (small), they cost
> > > > $1500.  So when I paid more than the original cost for my pristine
> > > > Bleriot frame/fork, was I foolish?  I don't think so.  Riv frames in
> > > > my size on the used market are not available all that often.  So the
> > > > other part of this equation is depreciation: the word that insurance
> > > > companies love and claimants hate.  I think you have to agree that
> > > > most things, Riv frames included, depreciate.  If you'd rather have a
> > > > new frame out of the box from Walnut Creek than a used frame from Joe
> > > > on eBay, that's depreciation.  If the used frame has some paint
> > > > chipping around the dropouts, that's.you get the picture.  We can
> > > > argue about how much to depreciate a Riv frame, or anything else.  I
> > > > wouldn't depreciate it down to 25% after say 10 years, like some
> > > > claims payers might.  So to wrap this up, my point is that it's
> > > > reasonable to look at the price of a comparable new frame (bike),
> > > > decide what kind of depreciation to apply to the used bike in
> > > > question, and go from there.  And of course the buyer

[RBW] FS: shrunken XL MUSA chambray shirt, $25

[David Sprunger]

Here's a RBW non-bike item for sale.

I have one of the original RBW blue chambray shirts, size XL. Thanks to my
cavalier laundry habits, I seem to have overdried it so that it is now
shrunken to more like a loose size L.

The shirt is in nice shape with no stains, rips, damaged buttons, or other
signs of wear.

If you'd like to take a chance on this quality garment, which may or may
not fit you, I'd take $25, including US shipping.

See an unshrunk XL here to read all the details:
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/at3.htm

Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

p.s. Bonus RBW non-bike offer: I also have an Aerobie top as offered in the
RBW Christmas promotion a few years ago. Opened, maybe used, but with all
original packaging. $8 if you buy it with the shirt, so I can consolidate
shipping.

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[RBW] Re: SOLD FS: shrunken XL MUSA chambray shirt, $25

[David Sprunger]

Thanks everyone.
ds



On Wed, Feb 26, 2014 at 8:09 AM, David Sprunger  wrote:

> Here's a RBW non-bike item for sale.
>
> I have one of the original RBW blue chambray shirts, size XL. Thanks to my
> cavalier laundry habits, I seem to have overdried it so that it is now
> shrunken to more like a loose size L.
>
> The shirt is in nice shape with no stains, rips, damaged buttons, or other
> signs of wear.
>
> If you'd like to take a chance on this quality garment, which may or may
> not fit you, I'd take $25, including US shipping.
>
> See an unshrunk XL here to read all the details:
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/at3.htm
>
> Thanks,
> David Sprunger
> Fargo, ND
>
> p.s. Bonus RBW non-bike offer: I also have an Aerobie top as offered in
> the RBW Christmas promotion a few years ago. Opened, maybe used, but with
> all original packaging. $8 if you buy it with the shirt, so I can
> consolidate shipping.
>
>
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[RBW] ernf...@gmail.com

[David Sprunger]

Corwin,
I would buy the 18t freewheel if it is still available.
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


On Tue, Mar 11, 2014 at 4:35 PM, Corwin  wrote:

> Latest list with still lower prices:
>
> Stock wheelset from Quickbeam
>
> These are the original wheels that came with my Quickbeam. Suzue
> quick-release
> hubs, 32 spokes. The rims are Araya with ferrules. Rear is threaded for
> freewheel
> on both sides. I have ridden fixed with these wheels using a fixed cog and
> no
> lockring - but you can't backpedal. Tires in the pictures are sold.
>
> Now asking $200 shipped.
>
> Nitto 13cm UI-5GX Threadless Stem
>
> Nearly new. Mounted, ridden 20 miles.
>
> Asking $30 shipped.
>
> Shimano 18 tooth Singlespeed Freewheel
>
> The original freewheel sold with the Quickbeam. Ridden less than 50 miles.
>
> Asking $10 shipped, Free local pick-up
>
> Delta Seat Post Rack.
>
> A great rack I have used on several bikes. I have safely carried a laptop
> in
> it's original box, strapped to this rack. I am sure it will handle 10 or so
> pounds. I would not ask this rack to carry groceries - but for small,
> lightish
> loads, it's great.
>
> Now asking $10 shipped, Free local pick-up
>
> Velocity 700C Fusion Rim
>
> Originally laced to a Chris King Classic Cross hub on my custom. Always ran
> straight and true. Same hub is now laced to an offset A23 rim.
>
> Free, local pick-up.
>
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Re: [RBW] CHEVIOT OWNERS WITH R559 SIDE PULLS..WHAT TIRES???

[David Sprunger]

60 cm Cheviot. No fenders. 50 mm Big Apples. I don't have to deflate the
tires to remove the wheels.

On Tue, Jul 12, 2016 at 6:23 PM, Jon in central Colorado <
row.n.2nowh...@gmail.com> wrote:

> What tires and size are you running on your Cheviot???
> Jon
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[RBW] CLAIMED Re: Rambouillet brochure: Free for shipping

[David Sprunger]

Brochure claimed. Thanks for everyone's interest.
David


On Wed, Aug 5, 2020 at 5:23 PM David Sprunger  wrote:
>
> Hi. As we continue to downsize, I found a nice color brochure promoting the 
> second generation Rambouillet. If someone is interested, send me a p.m. 
> First-class shipping will probably be between $3-4.
> David Sprunger
> Fargo, ND

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[RBW] Reading Readers in e-readers?

[David Sprunger]

Hi.  Perhaps this inquiry is a bit off topic, but after reading the
messages about favorite articles from past Readers, I decided to wait
out the bitter cold in Fargo by rereading my collection on cd-rom.
Has anyone had luck converting the old issues into some format that's
compatible with epub readers, particularly the ipad?  I can move the
pdf files into the library, but I wonder if there's some
straightforward way to convert the pdf files into an epub format.  I
tried converting them in Calibre, but the results were mangled.
Thanks for any suggestions.
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS - Paul/Phil Crankset & Sugino XD2

[David Sprunger]

Marty,
Hi.  I'll bite on the crankset/bb at $200.
Let me know,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Tue, Feb 1, 2011 at 4:00 PM, Marty  wrote:
> Paul/Phil now at $200 shipped. If no takers, I'll float it into the
> 'bay.
>
> Marty
>
> On Jan 31, 7:50 pm, Marty  wrote:
>> Sugino is sold.
>>
>> On Jan 31, 7:18 pm, Marty  wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> > For sale:
>>
>> > 1) Paul Components crankset, 165mm, 46t 1/8" "Royal Flush" ring with
>> > recommended Phil Wood Campy-taper bottom bracket and English steel
>> > rings. Used less than 20 miles. Polished arms. $225 shipped. Pic here:
>>
>> >http://tinyurl.com/4w837uk
>>
>> > 2) Sugino XD 175mm arms only. 110/74 bolt circle. Not ridden = no
>> > ankle rub, scratches. Installed once. Threads & tapers perfect. Marked
>> > XD2R on the back. Small Sugino SD printed on drive-side. $50 shipped.
>>
>> > The Sugino I can ship immediately, (pending the blizzard in Chicago -
>> > US 48 shipping only please.) the Paul is at home in PA, and with the
>> > blizzard on the way I cannot get to it until the weekend of Feb 12th.
>>
>> > Reason for sale? I picked up a pretty (Sugino) Ritchey Logic that will
>> > go on the SS Proteus, and a beautiful Sugino XP (not the PX - that's
>> > the TA knock-off) that I'll use on my Bombadil.
>>
>> > Marty
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Re: [RBW] Newbaum's Bar Tape

[David Sprunger]

Hi.  The blue tape looks great.  Are you using the new Nitto bar
plugs, and if so, how do you like them?
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Tue, Feb 15, 2011 at 1:32 AM, Robert Harrison  wrote:
> I just thought I'd show off my Quickbeam in it's new blue livery from
> Newbaum's. It'd been a long year for my QB. It's become my daily ride (save
> for a couple of short instances when another bike was warranted). I've
> ridden it camping, done a century ride, a metric century ride, several 60-80
> miles rides outside of group riding, and basically had a heck of a time.
>
> As for the bar tape, I'll admit I haven't wrapped bars in...um...to be
> honest, possibly forever. I think I wrapped a set back in the 80's before I
> gave up most biking. Suffice to say it's been a while at best. I'd love to
> say I had no trouble, but the results here are my second attempt. I did a
> less than perfect job the first time. It wasn't easy to spot but I knew. I'm
> not saying this job is perfect, but I'm happy.
>
> Two rolls of Newbaum's was more than enough and I've got a bit left I may
> dress up my Platrack with where it can touch the frame when turned.
> Currently I've got some black tape over old tubing doing the job but
> matching the bars seems in order.
>
> I also mixed my own shellac, getting the shellac flakes online from
> shellac.net.
>
> I wrote a blog entry about it here:
> http://www.statrix.com/2011/02/13/newbaums-cotton-bar-tape/
>
> I've got a couple pictures, including a comparison with my QB a year ago:
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157625928366829/with/4339440167/
>
>
>
> Aloha!
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Drop Bars vs. Non-drops

[David Sprunger]

Hi.  Does anyone have experience with the Jitensha and Albatross bars,
and if so, could you comment on differences between the two?
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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> Check out the Jitensha flat bar (by Nitto). It's a great "flat"
> handlebar with a moderate backsweep.  Perfect for brisk rides around
> town where sitting up a little bit is more fun.
>
> I'm all for drops for long or fast rides; gives lots of hand/body
> positions.
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Re: [RBW] Re: MKS Touring Pedal

[David Sprunger]

FWIW, the MKS dustcap is the same size as the cap on old style
Campagnolo pedals, so you can use the old Campy pedal tool as well.
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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>. Do you> need a special tool to remove the dust cap? Thanks!
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[RBW] finally cleaned and photographed my Rivendell

[David Sprunger]

Rivendellers,

For two years, I've promised to scrub the beausage off my bike and
take some updated pictures.  I have finally done so, and the pictures
are here:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/riv1334/

After washing away the crust, I rubbed everything down with Pledge
wipes (actually the Target equivalent) as recommended by Joe Bell, and
the paint glistens.

Thanks for your patience,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] quick Platrack report

[David Sprunger]

Bill,
Now that it's been a year with your Platrack and Slicker Sack, do you
have any longitudinal experiences to report?  (I'm planning to
reconfigure one of my bikes for more front loads.)
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Wed, Sep 30, 2009 at 5:08 PM, Bill Rhea  wrote:
>
> I just received one of the new Platracks the other day, and have it
> hooked up on my 64cm QB.
>
> My intention was to use it specifically for touring, but am intrigued
> by the new Slicker sack.  So I've checked to see what it feels like to
> have my normal commute load (laptop, clothes, lunch) on the front
> rather than the back to see how it rides before throwing down the
> money.
>
> Installation was a breeze, though I have a front B&M generator
> headlight for which I fabricated a new bracket so that it would not
> sit higher than the rack (and get in the way of big loads).
>
> It turns out that my Baggins "Adam" bag fits on the Platrack quite
> securely - you can loop the seatpost strap over the hoop, run the main
> compartment straps over the front of the rack, and even tuck the side
> compartment buckles under the sides.  That setup does not sway one
> tiny bit, but it's not as quick to take on and off.  The NS Lil'
> Loafer goes on the rear Nitto bag support.
>
> Riding with the weight up front feels different, but not in a bad
> way.  However, I've really gotten used to the convenience of the Lil
> Loafer up front - so easy to get at while pedaling.  I like how quick
> and easy the Slicker appears to go on and off, and the handle is a
> plus, but my setup pre-Flatrack has worked great for years w/o
> complaints.  I guess I'm just a sucker for nice bicycle luggage :-)
>
> Anybody have any thoughts they'd want to share about carrying weight
> up front vs. on the rear?  Any other Platrack feedback?
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: SKS Secrets

[David Sprunger]

Kevin,

Here's something to avoid.  I had a twisted SKS front fender once and
followed someone's advice to try putting it in a warm oven for a few
minutes.  I preheated the oven to 250 degrees, turned it off, and then
put the fender in with the timer set for a minute.  Unfortunately, I
was distracted by something, and when I remember to check on the
fender, it was irrevocably shriveled.  Even worse, the oven and
kitchen smelled of melted plastic for at least a day.

When I got the replacement fenders, I installed them, twist and all,
and over time, the warping subsided (or I quit noticing it).

Good luck with your project.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Wed, Oct 20, 2010 at 10:08 AM, kevin lindsey  wrote:
> Ginz -
> How hot did you make the fender before you started to bend it back?  I
> have a heat gun but am somewhat hesitant to use it for fear that I'll
> end up melting it or somehow making the problem worse.
> Thanks,
> Kevin
>
> On Oct 19, 7:21 am, Ginz  wrote:
>> Kevin,
>>
>> I had a warped SKS front fender that warped because of the way it was
>> stored for a few years.  A gentle bending and coaxing with a heat gun
>> (or hair dryer) set it back into shape.  Also, the stays will do a
>> good job of pulling the fender into shape.
>>
>> Good luck,
>> Ginz
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Re: [RBW] WAS: New Custom Rivendell NOW: Braze-on Quikchainger

[David Sprunger]

Hi.  I asked for a chainhanger for my custom (ordered in 2003,
delivered in 2005), and Curt Goodrich added a Columbine. It's a very
handy addition. Photo here:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/riv1334/rearcluster.JPG.
David


On Tue, Oct 26, 2010 at 7:22 AM, Jon Grant  wrote:
> They come from Columbine Cycle Works, called the Quikchainger. Back in 2003,
> I bought one and sent it to Rivendell to be brazed onto the frame Joe Starck
> was making for me.  They
> have a plastic, bolt-on version, too.
> 
>
> --
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> Illustration + Information Graphics
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>
> Drawings — all sorts
>
>
> 
> From: MichaelS 
> Reply-To: 
> Date: Tue, 26 Oct 2010 07:05:53 -0400
> To: 
> Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: My new Custom Rivendell
>
> Very nice bike!
>
> I wish that my custom had a chain holder braze-on on the chainstay.  Is that
> a new option from Rivendell?
>
> Cheers- Mike in s. Boston, Mass
>
>
> On Oct 25, 2:05 pm, frank_a  wrote:
>> I got it last week, well worth the wait. I've owned or own a
>> Quickbeam, a couple of Atlantis', a Saluki, a (Waterford) Rivendell
>> Road and an A. Homer Hilsen.
>>  I told Grant what worked for me and what didn't, here's what he came
>> up with.
>>
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/8531...@n06/sets/72157625110373653/
>>
>> And I am very happy.
>>
>> - Frank
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Re: [RBW] Re: Mittens for winter riding

[David Sprunger]

I notice that Henry died last winter and his family is filling order
from remaining stock. Does anyone know how plentiful the stock is?  I
sent an email but haven't heard back.

On Sat, Nov 13, 2010 at 4:16 PM, Dan Abelson  wrote:
> On Sat, Nov 13, 2010 at 1:44 PM, hobie  wrote:
>> I just tried a friends unlined Dearskin,Elkskin chopper mitts w. wool
>> mitten  inserts. The best I've ever tried for cold weather. Dulth Pack
>> has a nice pair.
>>
>
>
> I think the Duluth Pack Choppers are the same are Henry from Ely's
> choppers I mentioned earlier.  I like them a lot.
>
> http://www.henrysshoerepair.com/moosehide%20chopper%20mittens.html
> http://duluthpack.com/moose-hide-choppers.html
>
> Dan Abelson
> St. Paul, MN
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[RBW] Riv-friendly parts FS (Phil Wood, XTR, WTB, etc)

[David Sprunger]

If anyone is stockpiling parts for a new Hunquapillar or just making
some spring adjustments to your current ride, I have identified some
items that are ebay bound unless someone here wants them first.  All
prices include US shipping.  I’ve priced things below what I think
they’ll likely fetch on ebay, so these prices are fairly firm.  Check
or paypal.

Please contact me off the list at sprun...@cord.edu.

Phil Wood wheelset.  $400.  36h. 700c.  135 mm rear OLD.  Takes 8/9
speed cassette.  No skewers or cassettes. Bontrager Fairlane silver
rims with asymmetric rear drilling.  Nice cosmetics.   I’m the second
owner of these wheels, but the original owner reported that he
purchased them from Rivendell in the pre-Rich days.  They spin smooth
and true. The freehub is nice and quiet.

XTR M900 hubset.  $135.  Hard-to-find 36h version.  NOS.  135 mm rear
OLD.  Takes 8/9 speed cassette.  Screened logos are a bit faded.  No
skewers.  Build some light and sturdy dream wheels.  These are the
classic silver style hubs that Peter White raves about.  (Side rant:
where are all the older XTR skewers?  I’ve purchased three NOS sets of
these hubs over the last ten years and none have come with skewers.)

Phil Wood quick release axle kit.  135mm.  $50.  Here’s the axle and
spacers you need to convert a bolt-on hub to quick-release use or to
convert a narrower hub to 135mm OLD.  Everything is in excellent
condition.  This came off a 10-year-old cassette hub, but supposedly
it will fit a range of Phil hubs.

White Industries platform pedals. Silver.  $190.  These pedals are new
but without packaging.  They’ve not been mounted in a crank.  The
pedals are smooth and exquisitely made, but they’re not as wide as I
had hoped for my size 13 feet.  I stood on them in the living room and
decided to stick with my Nuovo Wides instead.  More info at
http://www.whiteind.com/pedal.html

Tioga Surefoot 8 pedals, silver.  $55.  This is the BMX pedal that
Rivendell used to sell. The blunt tips are already installed, but I’ll
include the spikes and the little installation wrench.  Light and
smooth.  Used about 25 miles.

Brooks B17 Champion Special.  $100.  Rare dark brown color. (not
honey).  Silver rails.  Ridden about 300 miles, so it’s not really
broken in yet.  Leather has been treated.  Tension screw never
touched.  I’ll include used matching leather bar wrap that’s been cut
into four pieces (I had one piece wrapped up from the tips to the
brake and one from the stem down to the brake.)

WTB Dirt Drop bar.  $80.  This is the classic drop bar with the
aggressive flair in the drops.  I bought this for a conversion that
didn’t happen because I decided that I preferred the more subtle Nitto
Dirt Drops that I got from Rivendell.  Sleeve shows some scratches but
the cosmetics are good overall.  Takes a 25.4 stem, such as the
Rivendell special edition Technomic Deluxe or the Periscopa.

WTB Slickasaurus tires.  26” x 1.5.  Pair.  $35.  This is a nice set
of 26 inch slicks.  They’ve been mounted but ridden less than 10
miles.  Blackwalls.   I have the 700c version on my Quickbeam, and
they’re a quiet and smooth-riding tire.

Panaracer Pasella 700x37 TG tire.  Free for cost of shipping on 7# box
(or I’ll include them absolutely free with a larger item). Ridden
about 1000 miles on a front wheel.  Still looks pretty good.  Tan
wall.

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Re: [RBW] Rivendell Mixtes

[David Sprunger]

René,

You asked for the mixte story, so here’s one although maybe not the
one you had in mind. When my wife and I were engaged in the mid-80s,
she volunteered that instead of an engagement ring, she would prefer a
new bicycle.  Being frugal self-sufficient graduate/medical students,
we ended up with a lower-end neon Specialized mountain bike that she
rode for some years before putting it aside for a used XO-2.

After two decades of marriage, our circumstances had changed, so for
our 20th anniversary, I bought an unbuilt Glorius frame on ebay and
built up the kind of bike I wish we could have afforded in 1987
(although such a bike was probably not available then).  The
Specialized is still in the basement for nostalgia’s sake.

Some pictures are here:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/glorius/

The story doesn’t really have a moral except that the Glorius is a
great bike and I married wisely.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


On Thu, May 27, 2010 at 11:34 PM, Rene Sterental  wrote:
> I know about the Yves Gomez and the Betty Foy, but I just discovered on
> Flickr the Willbur and the Glorius. What's their story?
>
> René
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[RBW] Re: Glove Recommendations?

[David Sprunger]

Eric,
I have had good luck with Blue Gel gloves:
http://www.bluegelgloves.com/index.htm . They're a small operation
with great customer service.   I've had models both with the mesh and
terry backs, but I prefer the mesh.  I'm also curious to see what
other gloves are recommended by list members.
Good luck,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Mon, May 25, 2009 at 12:17 PM, Eric Norris  wrote:
>
> I'm looking for gloves that offer a lot of padding in the palm.  This
> July, I'll be riding 1,000 miles to Seattle on a bike with handlebars
> reminiscent of Nitto's Moustache bars.  That means I'll be holding the
> bars in much the same way, with most of my weight on my palms.
>
> If anybody has recommendations for gloves that have a thickly padded
> palm, it would be much appreciated.  With the number of riders on this
> list using Moustache, Albatross, and similar bars, I'm sure somebody
> has the answer!
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> --Eric
> www.wheelsnorth.org
> www.campyonly.com
>
>
> >
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[RBW] anyone actually tried Rivendell's Bullmoose bar yet?

[David Sprunger]

Hi.  I have been on the road and away from email for a few weeks, but
I visited the Rivendell site today and saw this listing for a Nitto
Bullmoose bar/stem.  Has anyone actually seen and/or ridden one yet?
http://www.rivbike.com/#product=16-198

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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[RBW] Re: Rivendell product wishlist

[David Sprunger]

Long ago, Rivendell advertised a forthcoming lugged unicycle, but I
don't think it ever reached even the protovelo stage.  I'd still be
interested.
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Wed, Sep 9, 2009 at 10:38 AM, William F. House
 wrote:

> That's all I've got at the moment. What say you all? Would you buy any
> of these items? And what would you add to the list?
>
> - Will
>
> >
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[RBW] Re: They say Old Stumpjumpers can make good All-rounders...

[David Sprunger]

I have an '84 Stumpjumper, which is a lugged frame that still boasts
the twin-plate fork.  According to the Specialized Stumpjumper book,
the early frames were made by Toyo.  The attention to detail on my
frame is impressive.

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 6:02 PM, James Warren  wrote:
>
>
> ...and some bidders probably think so:
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230374249630&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123
>
> (I was one of those bidders and wouldn't go that high. Maybe I would have if 
> I didn't have stout bikes already. But that is a really nice frame.)
>
> >
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[RBW] Re: cable routing question

[David Sprunger]

Greetings.  Perhaps this thread has been exhausted, but I received my
new Bombadil frame today, and the bottom-bracket shell had a
screwed-on plastic cable guide rather than the integrated metal
channels on all the other Rivendells I've seen.  Perhaps this is the
future direction of the Riv shell.
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Sat, Nov 15, 2008 at 9:34 AM, Mike  wrote:
>
> I noticed yesterday that on my AHH where the derailer cables run
> underneath the bottom bracket that there isn't any kind of protection
> between the frame and the cables other than the paint. On my
> Rambouillet there are these plastic sleaves over the cable. On my
> Surly there is a plastic cable guide. Can I just leave it alone or
> will the cable actually wear on the frame here.
>
> Thanks,
> mike
>
>
> >
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[RBW] Re: cable routing question

[David Sprunger]

Doug,

I've put a photo here:
http://tinyurl.com/8t5t54
Let me know if you have trouble viewing it because I could send the
picture privately as an attachment.

Maybe these bikes use the same bottom bracket shell as the Quickbeam,
so it didn't have the integrated cable guides to begin with.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND



On Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 10:21 PM, Doug Peterson  wrote:
>
> David:
>
> Can you post a photo?  Or tell who made the guide & how it's attached?  I'm
> still not happy with any of the various set-ups I've tried on my Atlantis.
>
> Perhaps that earlier discussion resonated with Riv.
>
> dougP
>
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> Subject: [RBW] Re: cable routing question
>
>
> Greetings.  Perhaps this thread has been exhausted, but I received my
> new Bombadil frame today, and the bottom-bracket shell had a
> screwed-on plastic cable guide rather than the integrated metal
> channels on all the other Rivendells I've seen.  Perhaps this is the
> future direction of the Riv shell.
> David Sprunger
> Fargo, ND
>
> On Sat, Nov 15, 2008 at 9:34 AM, Mike  wrote:
>>
>> I noticed yesterday that on my AHH where the derailer cables run
>> underneath the bottom bracket that there isn't any kind of protection
>> between the frame and the cables other than the paint. On my
>> Rambouillet there are these plastic sleaves over the cable. On my
>> Surly there is a plastic cable guide. Can I just leave it alone or
>> will the cable actually wear on the frame here.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> mike
>>
>>
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[RBW] a few more Bombadil pictures

[David Sprunger]

Colleagues,

I took pictures of some of the frame details on my clear-coated
Bombadil before I slathered the insides with Boeshield and set the
frame aside while it dries for a few days.  You can see the pictures
here:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/

This is a neat frame, but I notice that the price has gone up again.
A person could now get one of the new Hillbornes complete for the cost
of a bare Bombadil or Atlantis frame. Grim economic times, I guess.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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[RBW] Bombadil with Big Apples and fenders

[David Sprunger]

Hello again.  I wanted to test Grant P's claim that the Bombadil would
have even better clearance than the Atlantis, so I built mine up with
Big Apple tires (the narrower 50mm model) and Berthoud 700x60 fenders.
You can see some pictures here:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/

It has been cold and snowy here in Fargo, so it will probably be a
while before I can enjoy some riding and dial in all my settings.  I
plan to take some better pictures then.

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Fargo, ND

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[RBW] Re: Bombadil with Big Apples and fenders

[David Sprunger]

Patrick,

I've tried only the Big Apple 50s but I'm confident that the frame
would fit a 60mm tire if the fenders were removed.

According to Rivendell's site, the 48, 52, and 56 cm models take 650b;
60 and 64 are 700c.  I usually ride 64-65 frames, but the 60 fits just
fine.
David


On Sun, Jan 18, 2009 at 7:43 PM, PATRICK MOORE  wrote:
> Will it take 60s?
>
> At what size do the Bombadils go to 650B?
>
> On Sun, Jan 18, 2009 at 6:39 PM, David Sprunger  wrote:
>>
>> Hello again.  I wanted to test Grant P's claim that the Bombadil would
>> have even better clearance than the Atlantis, so I built mine up with
>> Big Apple tires (the narrower 50mm model) and Berthoud 700x60 fenders.
>> You can see some pictures here:
>> http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/
>>
>> It has been cold and snowy here in Fargo, so it will probably be a
>> while before I can enjoy some riding and dial in all my settings.  I
>> plan to take some better pictures then.
>>
>> David Sprunger
>> Fargo, ND
>>
>>
>
>
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[RBW] Re: Bombadil with Big Apples and fenders

[David Sprunger]

Eric,
I also tried the 60mm Big Apple on the Atlantis with Mavic T520 rims,
and they cleared the fork crown but barely.  I became too nervous that
someday if the wheels went out of true, I'd wear through the paint
trying to get home.
David

On Mon, Jan 19, 2009 at 7:37 AM, EricP  wrote:
>
> David,
>
> The bike looks very good.  Actually, not too dissimilar to my Atlantis
> (which Jim Thill built).  Will be interested to know if the 60's fit
> up front on the Bombadil.
>
> 50's work on an Atlantis, but 60's rub on the front fork.  At least
> the pair I tried did.  Otherwise it would have been a perfect set.
>
> "Hey dol! merry dol! ring a dong dillo!
> Ring a dong! hop along! fal lal the willow!
> Tom Bom, jolly Tom, Tom Bombadillo!"
>
> And again, the more I look at the Bombadil, the more I like that
> bike.  Was very wary at first, but it has definitely grown on me.
>
> Eric Platt
> St. Paul, MN
>
>
> On Jan 18, 7:39�pm, "David Sprunger"  wrote:
>> Hello again. �I wanted to test Grant P's claim that the Bombadil would
>> have even better clearance than the Atlantis, so I built mine up with
>> Big Apple tires (the narrower 50mm model) and Berthoud 700x60 fenders.
>> You can see some pictures 
>> here:http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/
>>
>> It has been cold and snowy here in Fargo, so it will probably be a
>> while before I can enjoy some riding and dial in all my settings. �I
>> plan to take some better pictures then.
>>
>> David Sprunger
>> Fargo, ND
> >
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[RBW] Bombadil fender clearance

[David Sprunger]

Greetings.  I had some requests for pictures showing more details of
the clearance for the Berthoud 700x60 fenders I used with 50mm Big
Apple tires on my Bombadil.  I've added those pictures (and others) to
my Bombadil page:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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[RBW] Re: Floor pump poll

[David Sprunger]

I have had great luck with the Park PFP-4.  It even has built-in
storage for inflation needles for soccer and basketballs.  Sometimes
you can find it under $40:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380097844165

On Fri, Feb 6, 2009 at 11:46 PM, Dave in Redding  wrote:
>
> This is only Riv related because Rivs have tires, but...
>
> I've had the same Silca track pump with a Presta head on it since the
> 70's, and it's been a dependable marvel.  However, we have a fleet of
> bikes now and half of them have Schraeder valves.  I have a
> compressor, but it's a bother running it for a single top off for one
> bike; I'd rather just grab a floor pump for quick jobs.  Is there a
> hands down favorite floor pump out there?  They all do the same thing,
> of course, but a lot of them are junk.  I want an accurate gauge and a
> dual head.  Suggestions?
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[RBW] FS: Rivendell parts, non-Rivendell bikes, and more

[David Sprunger]

Basement Clean-Out & Marital Harmony Sale

I have some things that will go to ebay, but I thought I'd offer them here
first.

Thanks for looking,

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

PARTS (US shipping included):

Nitto big rear rack –size large: $140
Rack was mounted on 64cm Quickbeam, so mounting hardware should fit all
frames this size or smaller. Excellent condition.  Comes with stays but no
other straps, reflectors, or hardware.
Compare to this version although without the new corner reinforcements:
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r4.htm
See it mounted here:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/qb/quickbeam-2.JPG


Rivendellical cockpit. $260.
11cm lugged stem, Nitto Dirt Drop bar, Suntour Superbe Pro aero levers,
Rivendell dark green cloth tape, twine, and shellac. I used this cockpit on
a 64cm Atlantis and later on a 64cm Quickbeam, so the gray housings should
be long enough to fit bikes of similar size or smaller.  Get the whole set
up for little more than the cost of a new lugged stem.
Details for the …
.   Stem: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/st3.htm
.   Bar: http://tinyurl.com/7j3f7cr
.   Levers: http://www.equusbicycle.com/bike/suntour/Superbe-Pro-page-2.jpg
See it mounted here:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/qb/cockpit.JPG


White Industries Dos Eno two-speed freewheel (16 & 19T): $70
Use for about 75 miles, ridden only on the 16T cog.
Details here: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/fw2.htm


Bar-end mounting pods for Silver or Suntour downtube shifters: $20
Details here: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh13.htm


Paul thumbie mounts –black –22.2 (mtb bar) size -- $50
Only light evidence of having been mounted.
Details here: http://www.paulcomp.com/thumbies.html


WTB Slickasaurus tires. $15 (or free with Fargo pick up). 700c x 37. Ridden
about 75 miles. Wire beads.


WHOLE BIKES. Not yet ready to part out any of these out. Shipping not
included.  Prefer pick up in Fargo or meet in/near/en route to Minneapolis
or similar.

Bridgestone XO2 (1992).  Dark metallic green.  48cm.  Original except for
pedals, stem, and tires. $400.
Catalog details here: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1992/1992.pdf
See it here with kickstand, rack, fenders, and bottle cage (not included):
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bxo2.jpg

1972 Eisentraut. Receipt says size 23 in. but measures 58cm from top of BB
shell to top of seat tube. $1000.
Equipped with Campy Nuovo Record drive train included rare triple crank.
Phil Wood wheelset. Used but not used up. Have original 1972 bill of sale
for frame, crank, etc. No saddle or pedals.
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/eisentraut2/

Vulcan tandem. $450. For tall riders.  Captain’s seat tube is 61cm;
stoker’s, 59 (measured from top of BB shell to top of tubes). Repaint in
1997. Oddball blend of Bobish parts including mix of T/A and Suntour
cranks, Santana bb shell, Phil Wood wheel set (w/ Arai drum brake and
brazed-on drag lever), Cinelli bars, Mafac cantilevers. No saddle or pedals.
Weak picture: http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/vulcan.jpg


 HI-FI EQUIPMENT (Bobish but not bikish) Photos and more details on
request. Shipping not included on these.

 - B&K ST-140 power amp. $175. Second generation w/ 105W per channel. Black
face with silver handles.  MUSA. Very clean.

 - Ohm Walsh Model F speakers. $300. Trapezoidal teak bases and original
full-range drivers in good operating condition. No basket grills. MUSA.
Probably not shippable but could eventually deliver to twin cities.

 - Nakamichi 682ZX cassette deck. $300.  3 heads, 3 motors, adjustable
pitch, automatic bias calibration. Working well now but old. Original
packing materials. http://naks.com/products/nakamichi_682zx.html

 - Yamaha CR-1020 monster receiver. $175.
http://www.thevintageknob.org/yamaha-CR-1020.html  Original packing
materials.

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Re: [RBW] Hooks for pannier conversion

[David Sprunger]

Hi. You can get hardware from Arkel.

To see how I used some Arkel parts to convert a set of Baggins Pa
Cartwright panniers, here's a link:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/pa/

Good luck with with this project,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


On Sun, Jul 15, 2012 at 4:13 PM, PATRICK MOORE  wrote:
> I want to convert my "sling over the rack" Axiom "Dutch" panniers into
> individually mounting bags and I need some sort of sturdy hook that
> will fit 10 mm tubing and that won't scratch off the anodizing or
> paint on the Tubus racks. VO has Axiom "LaSalle" panniers that seem to
> have a sturdy plastic hook --
> http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/bags-panniers/axiom-lasalle-panniers.html
> -- but Google shows only coated steel when I search "Axiom Hardware."
>
> So: does anyone have a source for such bolt-on plastic hooks? Or does
> anyone have good alternatives?
>
> Thanks.
>
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>
> Flannery O'Connor
>
> -
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Re: [RBW] Looking at the Bullmoose to solve stiffness issues, viewpoints requested.

[David Sprunger]

Scot,

I have used both the regular Bullmoose and the Bosco Bullmoose on my
first-generation Bombadil. Both are stiff bars, and both have more rise
than you might think. I usually require a quill stem to be in its highest
position, but I didn't need to raise either of the Bullmoose options to the
max height. As Brian Campbell suggests, the Bosco is definitely higher than
the regular Bullmoose.

An important difference between the bars is in hand placement and
subsequent weight distribution. The regular Bullmoose's flat bar style
required me to lean forward more than I wanted. The Bosca's swept back
design is more like the Albatross and encourages a more upright pedaling
stance.

You can sort of see the difference by contrasting these pictures:
http://wwwp.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/bullmoose1.JPG
http://wwwp.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/top.JPG

More views of both bars here:
http://wwwp.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/

Based on the picture of your current bike, it sounds like the Bosco
Bullmoose would be a better match for your riding preferences. Let us know
what works out for you.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND



On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 10:10 PM, Scot Brooks  wrote:

> As you can (hopefully) see, I go for a pretty front-biased load on my
> bike. I prefer this for weight distribution, but I hate how flexy the stem
> gets with any sort of load. This is the one downfall of a normal quill
> setup if you ask me, especially a 12cm one with the height pretty much
> maxed. My handlebars are Soma Oxford bars, which have nearly identical
> dimensions to the Albatross. I'm thinking the Bosco Bullmoose is a little
> extreme for me but a regular Bullmoose might do the trick.
>
> Since I can't get a truly accurate impression from the photos I've found,
> I'm seeking experienced words of wisdom. Is the Bullmoose stiff? Properly
> stiff? Will it get high enough so I'm not leaning onto it, but rather in a
> more balanced state of weight distribution?
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Re: [RBW] The Rivendell Bike Weight Thread

[David Sprunger]

A tale of two rivies, two large rivies. One is set up as a sport touring
bike for pleasure rides. The other is a work horse that I use for commuting.

1. 26 pounds. Custom frame, 65cm. Set up with XTR M900 drive train and
hubs. Paul braze-on Racer brakes. Nitto lugged stem and seat post. 48cm
Noodles. Schwalbe Marathon Supremes. Mostly as seen here:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/riv1334/riv-fullb.jpg

2. 41 pounds. Bombadil with parallel top tubes, 60cm. Phil Wood hubs.
Suntour XC Pro drive train and brakes. Bosco bullmoose bars. Nitto lugged
post. Big Apples. Rear Nitto big rack. Front Platrack with basket. Steel
fenders. Double-leg kickstand. Mostly as seen here:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/bomb-513.jpg

This has been an interesting thread. Thanks to everyone for getting out the
scales.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND



On Sun, Aug 3, 2014 at 3:04 PM, lungimsam  wrote:

> Since there has been curiosity about peoples' complete bikes' and/or
> frames' weights, I figured it would be fun to reveal how much our Rivbikes
> weigh.
>
> Would be informative to know:
> 1. Model
> 2. Framesize
> 3. Weight of complete build, or your frameset.
> (Including fenders/bottlecages/racks/lights/bells is ok since
> dismantle-ization would be unfair to expect of a complete build. But no
> bags/bottles on board, please).
> 4. Build list, if you feel up to all that typing. Would be fun to see what
> everyone is hanging on their Rivs anyway. But that is a lot to ask and not
> expected.
>
> I would start, but I have to go home and weight the bikes first.
> So I will try to report back soon with my Sam and Bleriot weights.
>
> And if you guys feel strongly about this being inappropriate for
> Riv-culture, please delete the thread, but don't run me outta the forum on
> a rail. This is all intended in good fun and info-purposes.
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Re: [RBW] Quick Swapping of Wald Basket on Front Rack

[David Sprunger]

Jay,
I had better luck with velcro ties than did Michael Williams. I used ones
that are intended for organizing cables. You can see my setup here:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/bomb-basket.jpg. The
platrack underneath the basket obviously helps a lot too.
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Sun, Sep 7, 2014 at 6:52 PM, Call Me Jay  wrote:

> I'm thinking of getting a front rack and Wald basket for my newish Homer
> for commuting use.  I already have a Sackville Shop Sack so it seems like a
> no brainer.  That said, I'd like to able easily take off the basket for
> weekend rides with a rando bag without having to cut zip ties.  Kind of a
> hassle and a bit wasteful.  Any suggestions?
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Re: [RBW] double horizontal toptube Bombadil

[David Sprunger]

Scott,
I have a 64m Bombadil from the first batch. The original online description
said the new frame would take a 26.8 post, but mine takes a 27.2. The frame
was built by Waterford in case that makes a difference.
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Wed, Oct 22, 2014 at 1:33 PM, Nanga Parbat  wrote:

> Hello,
> Does anyone know the seatpost size for the double horizontal top tube
> Bombadil? 26.8?
> Cheers,
> Scott
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[RBW] FS: Rivendell fancy rain jacket, XL, $375.

[David Sprunger]

I’m selling my fancy Rivendell men’s English rain jacket. Size XL. Worn
twice in the threat of rain but never actually in the rain. This is a
really nice jacket, but I usually wear an XLT and  had hoped that the
Rivendell design would be longer on the sleeves and body. Instead, it’s
about what an XL always is. Current Rivendell price is $430. $375, shipped
in the US.


 I can send pictures if needed, but it looks exactly the jackets well
documented at the Rivendell site:

https://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ar2.htm


Thanks,

David Sprunger

Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] School-bus yellow, mustard

[David Sprunger]

Joe,
Here's a link to my Rivendell. It may be brighter than you're looking
for.  I think the color was called RB1 yellow. I chose it out of the
old color brochure Rivendell used to send out.  I had hoped it would
be a close match to an old yellow Previa we used to drive.
Good look with your quest.
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/riv1334/

On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 11:40 AM, Joe Bernard  wrote:
> I have an AHH I purchased from a listmember last year. It came in a custom
> light-green metallic (kind of a Prius green) that I'm less enthralled with
> than I expected. I'm going to send it to Rivendell Local Painter Guy (also
> local to me) for a respray. I'd be interested to see any photos of bikes
> with yellowish/mustard colors. I remember a Saluki being for sale a
> year-or-so ago that had a sort of school-bus yellow, offset with red pedal
> straps, that was very pretty. I also found this on a link at
> www.rivbike.com.
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/3710512379/in/pool-rivendell, which
> looks like "hot mustard" to me..also very nice. Any pics of bikes in this
> color range would be most appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
> Joe Bernard
> Vallejo, CA.
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Re: [RBW] Platrack Mod

[David Sprunger]

Brian,


The modified struts look great. Thanks for the detailed documentation
on how you did it.

I have wondered sometimes about the necessity of using the lower
struts at all. When the platform is bolted onto the front rack, the
Platrack is already very solid, even -- or especially -- when there's
a basket or the Slickersack across it. As you say, it's probably a
warranty-voiding option, but it does give a cleaner look.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Thu, Apr 5, 2012 at 2:04 AM, Brian Hanson  wrote:
> http://flic.kr/s/aHsjyQ5Piu
>
> I have always liked having the larger platform of the Platrack on my AHH,
> but disliked the long struts that stretch down to the fender mounts by the
> axle.  I had removed the rack for the rando season a few months back, but
> have wanted to put it back on a few times.  I have had an idea to do an
> alternate strut configuration rolling around in my head for the past few
> weeks, and tonight I got a chance to take action.
>
> After watching one of the riv videos on mounting a rear rack where they bend
> the struts with a couple of good hammer whacks, I was inspired.  I bent and
> shortened the long struts to join at the mid fork braze-on where the other
> struts from the Mark's Rack join.  It is likely "not quite" as strong, and
> I'm sure it's a warranty voider in Grant and Nitto's eyes, but I don't carry
> much more than 10 lbs on the front.  In any case, it feels solid as a rock
> to me. YMMV...
>
> Brian Hanson
> Seattle, WA
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[RBW] WTT: My Nitto R14 Top Rack for your Mark's Rack

[David Sprunger]

As the subject line indicates, I'm wondering if any one would like to trade
my Nitto R14 Top Rack for a Mark's rack.

I have been using the top rack on the front of my 60 cm Bombadil, so the
struts are still long. As part of a waiting-for-spring project, I have
switched to a Nitto mini/platrack set up instead. I'd like the Mark's rack
for my wife's Glorius.

You can see the top rack at this link although it is somewhat obscured by a
big loafer:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/


Thanks,
David Sprunger
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Re: [RBW] Favorite pedals?

[David Sprunger]

If you have bigger feet, you might like the MKS Custom Nuevo Wide as seen
here:
http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=13313

or here, with some XL Bruce Gordon clips:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/riv1334/pedal2.jpg

I tried the Whites, but they felt small under my size 13 shoes.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


On Fri, Apr 12, 2013 at 9:26 AM, Tom Goodmann  wrote:

> I notice that bikes new and used often come without saddles and pedals,
> and I have a pedal choice to make.  I've moved beyond clipless (carbon no
> mas!), though not necessarily beyond clips/straps or Power Grips; riding
> "naked" feels funny after so many years of being at least in clips &
> straps, but of course worth trying. Otherwise I don't know enough to make
> discriminating choices; the MKS Sylvans on my XO-1, for instance, feel fine
> to me.  Some of your current favorites?  --Tom
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[RBW] top view of Bosco bullmoose bar

[David Sprunger]

Hi. Someone was looking for a top view of a bike with a Bosco bullmoose
bar. I have one on my Bombadil and really like it.  There's a top view here
(scroll down to bottom of page):
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/

David Sprunger
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Re: [RBW] top view of Bosco bullmoose bar

[David Sprunger]

Well, if you want to see a comparison, here's a top view from 2008 when I
used an Albatross with a 12cm Technomic stem:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/top1.JPG
David


On Sat, May 25, 2013 at 12:48 PM, Michael  wrote:

> Thanks. That was me. I am interested in which bar gives closer reach-Albas
> vs. Bosco.
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[RBW] FS: Quickbeam, 64cm, orange, F/F/HS

[David Sprunger]

Hi. I thought I’d offer this frame here before going to ebay.

Quickbeam frame/fork/headset.  64 cm. Orange. The taller sizes are hard to
find these days.  Some light beausage but nothing serious. Decals are all
in good shape. Never wrecked.  $925, includes US shipping.  Discounts for
cash and/or local pickup in Fargo.

Here are some pictures from when the bike was built up:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/qb/

Thanks,

David Sprunger

Fargo, ND

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[RBW] FS: 64cm Quickbeam f/f/hs. Also misc. rims and tires for cost of shipping

[David Sprunger]

Why not celebrate the 4th with a new bike?

I still have the 64cm orange Quickbeam f/f/hs, shipped in the US for $900
with modest discounts for pickup and/or non-paypal payment. Pictures here:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/qb/

It may be a long shot, but one of my sons is driving from Fargo to south
central Kansas this Saturday. He could deliver the frame somewhere along
the I29-I80-old 81-135 corridor (roughly Fargo, Sioux Falls, Sioux City,
Omaha, Lincoln, York, Salina, Newton).

I also am offering for the cost of shipping a few obscure items that are
still quite usable. They could be added to the bike carton at no charge, or
you could pick them up in Fargo-Moorhead for absolutely free.

1. Mavic M231 28h 26" rims. Pair. Silver. Built once. Great shape, probably
less than 500 miles.

2. Ukai 40h 27" rims. Pair. Silver. Built once.  Basic rim in good
condition.

3. Specialized Turbo S tires. Mismatched pair: 700c x 25 for the front and
700c x 28 for the rear. Pair. Black with tan sidewalls. Used but ok.

Pictures on request.

Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64cm Quickbeam f/f/hs. Also misc. rims and tires for cost of shipping

[David Sprunger]

Kelly,
I am selling only the frame/fork/and headset as show at the bottom of the
Quickbeam page. Sorry for any misunderstanding.
David



On Thu, Jun 27, 2013 at 1:15 PM, Kelly  wrote:

> WOW someone should buy this quick.  Is that frame and fork or entire bike
> as in the photos?   My goodness if it's the entire bike I guess I'll be
> keeping my 68cm QB for life as I would never let it go for this little
> money.  (might explain why no one has bought mine
>  too)
> Sweet bike.
>
> Kelly
>
>
> On Thursday, June 27, 2013 10:15:13 AM UTC-5, spru...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>> Why not celebrate the 4th with a new bike?
>>
>> I still have the 64cm orange Quickbeam f/f/hs, shipped in the US for $900
>> with modest discounts for pickup and/or non-paypal payment. Pictures here:
>> http://www.cord.edu/**faculty/sprunger/bikes/qb/<http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/qb/>
>>
>> It may be a long shot, but one of my sons is driving from Fargo to south
>> central Kansas this Saturday. He could deliver the frame somewhere along
>> the I29-I80-old 81-135 corridor (roughly Fargo, Sioux Falls, Sioux City,
>> Omaha, Lincoln, York, Salina, Newton).
>>
>> I also am offering for the cost of shipping a few obscure items that are
>> still quite usable. They could be added to the bike carton at no charge, or
>> you could pick them up in Fargo-Moorhead for absolutely free.
>>
>> 1. Mavic M231 28h 26" rims. Pair. Silver. Built once. Great shape,
>> probably less than 500 miles.
>>
>> 2. Ukai 40h 27" rims. Pair. Silver. Built once.  Basic rim in good
>> condition.
>>
>> 3. Specialized Turbo S tires. Mismatched pair: 700c x 25 for the front
>> and 700c x 28 for the rear. Pair. Black with tan sidewalls. Used but ok.
>>
>> Pictures on request.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> David Sprunger
>> Fargo, ND
>>
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[RBW] UPDATED & PRICE DROP. Re: FS: 64cm Quickbeam f/f/hs. Also misc. rims and tires for cost of shipping

[David Sprunger]

Thanks for the responses. The rims and tires are all claimed. The Quickbeam
still awaits a new tall owner. I'll drop its price to $875 for the frame,
fork, and head set.
Hope everyone has a good weekend,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


On Thu, Jun 27, 2013 at 10:15 AM, David Sprunger  wrote:

> Why not celebrate the 4th with a new bike?
>
> I still have the 64cm orange Quickbeam f/f/hs, shipped in the US for $900
> with modest discounts for pickup and/or non-paypal payment. Pictures here:
> http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/qb/
>
> It may be a long shot, but one of my sons is driving from Fargo to south
> central Kansas this Saturday. He could deliver the frame somewhere along
> the I29-I80-old 81-135 corridor (roughly Fargo, Sioux Falls, Sioux City,
> Omaha, Lincoln, York, Salina, Newton).
>
> I also am offering for the cost of shipping a few obscure items that are
> still quite usable. They could be added to the bike carton at no charge, or
> you could pick them up in Fargo-Moorhead for absolutely free.
>
> 1. Mavic M231 28h 26" rims. Pair. Silver. Built once. Great shape,
> probably less than 500 miles.
>
> 2. Ukai 40h 27" rims. Pair. Silver. Built once.  Basic rim in good
> condition.
>
> 3. Specialized Turbo S tires. Mismatched pair: 700c x 25 for the front and
> 700c x 28 for the rear. Pair. Black with tan sidewalls. Used but ok.
>
> Pictures on request.
>
> Thanks,
> David Sprunger
> Fargo, ND
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

[David Sprunger]

I'm not sure where they fit in the list (maybe near the Quickbeam?), but
don't forget Glorius and Wilbury.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 1:01 AM, Joe Bernard  wrote:

> I think there's one out there somewhere, but I'll try to come up with it
> from memory..I've been following Riv since the beginning.
>
> Riv Road
> Riv Road LongLow
> Riv All Rounder
> Riv Mountain (my understanding is very few of these were made)
> Rivendell-labeled bikes become custom as the A/R morphs into..
> Atlantis
> Rambouillet
> Romulus and it's companion tall version, Redwood
> Quickbeam
> Saluki
> Legolas
> Bleriot
> AHH
> Bombadil
> Roadeo
> Hunqapillar
> Sam Hillborne
> Simple One
> SOMA San Marcos
> Cheviot
>
> I think that's it, in roughly chronological order.
>
> Joe "I know I'm forgetting something" Bernard
> Vallejo, CA.
>
>
> On Sunday, January 25, 2015 at 9:04:12 AM UTC-8, Kellie Stapleton wrote:
>
>> Is there a list anywhere with the names detailing the chronological order
>> of bike produced by Rivendell?
>>
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Re: [RBW] Rivendell Riders Brooks Saddle

[David Sprunger]

Marty,
Let me know if you decide to coordinate an order. Perhaps you could
get saddles based on the new B17 select (see
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/s6.htm).
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Mon, Aug 20, 2012 at 11:53 AM, Marty  wrote:
> Came across this by accident today, and couldn't help but think it would be
> nice to have one. Minimum order mandate from Brooks I suppose...
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/8729526@N02/7635118768/in/photostream
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Re: [RBW] Re: Two Rivs for sale in Seattle

[David Sprunger]

Mitch,

The Glorius was sized by rider height, not PBH.  See this archived link:
cweb.archive.org/web/20050207220713/http://www.rivbike.com/html/bikes_mixte.html

If it helps, my wife is 5'6" (five-six-and-a-half" she would say). She
has a 56cm Glorius that still shows a fist-full of post:
http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/glorius/

Hope this helps,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


On Tue, Aug 21, 2012 at 9:07 AM, Mitch Browne  wrote:
> Does anyone know the recommended Glorius size for a woman with 78 PBH?
> Couldn't find on Riv's website.
>
> Please don't let this happen 
>
> Mitch Browne
> San Luis Obispo, CA
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Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

[David Sprunger]

Five:

His (in order of acquisition):
Atlantis - 64 cm (sold)
Custom - 64.5 cm
Quickbeam - 64 cm (may be selling this winter)
Bombadil - 60 cm

Hers:
Glorius - 56 cm

See them all here:
www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes

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[RBW] Recreating Rivendell's pea sage green?

[David Sprunger]

Has anyone tried to recreate Rivendell's pea sage green color? And, if you
were successful, do you know the PPG or House of Kolor equivalents? (I'm
considering the color as an alternative to Schwinn's Campus Green as I have
a local frame builder respray an old Paramount frame.)

Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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[RBW] A snowy Clem

[David Sprunger]

Here are a few shots of my Clem out in the snow. I'll take some better
pictures later, but I wanted to document how the first build turned out.

This is a 59 cm, blue frame. As others have testified, the ride is plush
and stable. I am a bit over 6'3" with short legs and a long torso, and the
fit is comfy.

One feature that really grabs my attention is the generous space at the
widest point between the tire and seat tube. On this setup, it measures
almost 13 cm. The distance really speaks to the long chain stays. By
contrast, that same space on my road custom is only 3 cm (and when we
discussed the design, Grant commented on the "stretched" chain stays). On
my '71 Cinelli and '73 Paramount the corresponding gap is about 3.5 cm. The
angle of the seat post and the tire profile must affect this measurement
too, but it's one I never really noticed before.

Anyway, here's a link to the pictures:

http://1drv.ms/1luwlOH


David Sprunger

Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] A snowy Clem

[David Sprunger]

Weird. I see the info page plus some pictures. I'll check on the
permissions to see if I can figure out why you can't see the pictures. In
the meantime, let me know if they suddenly show up.
David


On Thu, Nov 19, 2015 at 12:42 PM, LeahFoy  wrote:

> Fargo, ND?!? I graduated from NDSU in 2004. Met my husband there, as did
> my parents and most of my siblings.  Lived in ND all my life until after
> college, and I take my sons home to ND for a month every summer so they can
> have a taste of "the good life" in "God's Country."
>
> Now, about you photos - there is a photo of the Clem build but no other
> images. I'm sure you'll have them up in no time, and I'm waiting with bated
> breath over here.
>
> Leah
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Re: [RBW] Re: A snowy Clem

[David Sprunger]

David,
I have a little storage pod that fits in a water bottle cage. I use it to
hold my phone and wallet sometimes, so I inverted the cage to make sure it
doesn't somehow flop free.
David


On Thu, Nov 19, 2015 at 3:45 PM, David Banzer  wrote:

> Hi David,
> I'm slowly building up my large Clem as well. The blue looks great with
> black components. Any reason why the water bottle cage is upside down?
> David
> Chicago
>
> On Thursday, November 19, 2015 at 12:33:14 PM UTC-6, spru...@gmail.com
> wrote:
>
>> Here are a few shots of my Clem out in the snow. I'll take some better
>> pictures later, but I wanted to document how the first build turned out.
>>
>> This is a 59 cm, blue frame. As others have testified, the ride is plush
>> and stable. I am a bit over 6'3" with short legs and a long torso, and the
>> fit is comfy.
>>
>> One feature that really grabs my attention is the generous space at the
>> widest point between the tire and seat tube. On this setup, it measures
>> almost 13 cm. The distance really speaks to the long chain stays. By
>> contrast, that same space on my road custom is only 3 cm (and when we
>> discussed the design, Grant commented on the "stretched" chain stays). On
>> my '71 Cinelli and '73 Paramount the corresponding gap is about 3.5 cm. The
>> angle of the seat post and the tire profile must affect this measurement
>> too, but it's one I never really noticed before.
>>
>> Anyway, here's a link to the pictures:
>>
>> http://1drv.ms/1luwlOH
>>
>>
>> David Sprunger
>>
>> Fargo, ND
>>
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[RBW] 60 cm Cheviot with 50 mm tires?

[David Sprunger]

Greetings. I notice in the Cheviot brochure that the largest tire
recommended for the 60 cm Cheviot is 700x50. Have any Cheviot riders used a
tire that large? If so, which tires and with which brakes?
Thanks,
David Sprunger
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[RBW] WTB: Nitto longboy long stay rack

[David Sprunger]

I'm looking for a large Nitto rack in the extra long configuration for a
Cheviot project. At the Rivendell site, the link has totally disappeared,
so there's not even a back order list. Has anyone seen this rack at one of
the Riv dealers or know of a used one out there somewhere?
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto longboy long stay rack

[David Sprunger]

I had a similar problem fitting a Nitto large rear rack over a 50mm tire
with fenders on my Bombadil. To gain the extra space, I made some little
extenders out of steel from a toeclip. The rack clears the fender now, but
I suspect that I've compromised my load carrying capacity.

The tab: http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/rackextension.JPG

In context: http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/bombadil/bomb-513.jpg

I do not currently have or plan to have fenders on the Cheviot, so I'm
hopeful that the longboy will have enough lift to clear a big tire.


David

On Mon, Dec 14, 2015 at 9:44 AM, iamkeith  wrote:

>
>
> On Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 6:31:18 PM UTC-7, Patrick Kelly wrote:
>>
>> How do you mean the pletscher doesn't fit on the clem? What's the
>> problem? Photos?
>>
>>
> I should have been more clear:  It fits the frame, but not a wide tire...
> let alone a tire + fender.   You can kind of see the issue here, if you
> enlarge the picture:
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r15tail.htm
>
> Basically, the rear struts are mounted too far to the inside, which I
> hadn't really noticed before ordering it.  Come to think of it,  I  don't
> think I've seen any photos of this rack used with fenders.  I think I can
> gain enough space by drilling out the rivets and relocating the stays to
> the outside.  I'm going to wait until my fenders get here before I try,
> though.   Not a big deal.  As I said, I bought this rack to experiment with
> and modify anyway.  I had originally hoped to change the way the struts
> attach at the *bottom*, in order to change the geometry and shift the
> deck forward, to take advantage of the long stays, rather than sit directly
> above  the rear axle.
>
> I haven't called RBWHQ to ask, but I'll bet that the Longboy eventually
> gets re-stocked.  Too many long bikes now, not to have it available, the
> hard work of designing and prototyping it is already done, and it still
> shows up in the Rear Racks diagram on the website:
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/Racks-s/114.htm
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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto longboy long stay rack

[David Sprunger]

I bought one. If you add in a strap (or 10 Ivos) you can get a 10% discount
with the Dec10 code.
David




On Mon, Dec 14, 2015 at 11:43 AM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:

> The longboy rack is orderable from www.rivbike.com as of 9:37AM Pacific
> time.  I tried to put 12 in my basket and it gave me 4.  I did not buy any
> yet.
>
> This is only tangentially related to the OP, but for those who are
> dwelling on what they will put on their Appaloosa, I will point out that
> the silver prototype that has a Nitto rear rack and fenders on it.that
> is not a longboy rack.  That's just the normal "Medium 32R".  That extra
> pair of eyelets, brazed to the seatstay a few cm up from the dropout allow
> you to run a "normal" rear rack, even with your really long chainstays.
> Granted, the prototype does not have full-length chainstays, but it's
> close.  So, you can run the longboy on the Appaloosa if you want to, but
> you won't have to.  I was eyeballing it on that prototype for saddlebag
> positioning, and it looked like it would work great.  I had been worried
> that a saddlebag might be funky on a longstay bike, but it looks do-able.
>
>
> On Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 6:14:21 AM UTC-8, spru...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>> I'm looking for a large Nitto rack in the extra long configuration for a
>> Cheviot project. At the Rivendell site, the link has totally disappeared,
>> so there's not even a back order list. Has anyone seen this rack at one of
>> the Riv dealers or know of a used one out there somewhere?
>> Thanks,
>> David Sprunger
>> Fargo, ND
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[RBW] FS: Dura-Ace wheels, Dirt Drop bar, Jack Brown tires

[David Sprunger]

Cross-posted to Bob and Riv lists

I’m jumping on the fall cleaning bandwagon and offering a few items that
should interest the list.

David Sprunger

Fargo, ND



Dura-Ace wheelset. These wheels are a bit out of the ordinary, being
sturdier and ready for wider tires than many other Dura-Ace wheels. 36h on
700c Dyad rims. Butted Wheelsmith spokes and Newbaum cloth tape. Although
marked 8S, I used these wheels with a 9-speed drivetrain on my Roadeo.
100/130 OLD and with original skewers. Shiny and smoth. $225 plus
shipping by Bikeflights.



Pair of Rivendell Jack Brown Green tires. This is the model without the
tread belt or beefier sidewalls. About 30 miles of wear. $40/pair includes
U.S. shipping.



Classic Rivendell/Nitto dirt drop bar. Don’t let the tape residue fool you.
These bars have seen limited use. Never wrecked. Sleeve is clean. RM013.
Heat treated. This is the wide model – 52 cm between the flared tips.
Milled for bar end shifters. $35 plus shipping.



Pictures:

https://1drv.ms/f/s!Ag4tr1xyXDYDg8hzcIa1MSWVwM1fcw

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[RBW] Re: UPDATE Dura-Ace wheels, Dirt Drop bar, Jack Brown tires

[David Sprunger]

Update: The tires and bars have been sold. The Dura-Ace wheels are still
available.
Thanks,
David


On Mon, Sep 10, 2018 at 7:09 AM David Sprunger  wrote:

> Cross-posted to Bob and Riv lists
>
> I’m jumping on the fall cleaning bandwagon and offering a few items that
> should interest the list.
>
> David Sprunger
>
> Fargo, ND
>
>
>
> Dura-Ace wheelset. These wheels are a bit out of the ordinary, being
> sturdier and ready for wider tires than many other Dura-Ace wheels. 36h on
> 700c Dyad rims. Butted Wheelsmith spokes and Newbaum cloth tape. Although
> marked 8S, I used these wheels with a 9-speed drivetrain on my Roadeo.
> 100/130 OLD and with original skewers. Shiny and smoth. $225 plus
> shipping by Bikeflights.
>
>
>
> Pair of Rivendell Jack Brown Green tires. This is the model without the
> tread belt or beefier sidewalls. About 30 miles of wear. $40/pair includes
> U.S. shipping.
>
>
>
> Classic Rivendell/Nitto dirt drop bar. Don’t let the tape residue fool
> you. These bars have seen limited use. Never wrecked. Sleeve is clean.
> RM013. Heat treated. This is the wide model – 52 cm between the flared
> tips. Milled for bar end shifters. $35 plus shipping.
>
>
>
> Pictures:
>
> https://1drv.ms/f/s!Ag4tr1xyXDYDg8hzcIa1MSWVwM1fcw
>
>
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Re: [RBW] Things I wish Rivendell still sold..

[David Sprunger]

I wish that Riv still sold or that I bought a set of their fancy Phil Wood
hubs. It turns out that the combo of high-flange bodies, freewheel
threading, 36h, and 135mm axle is not readily available anywhere else, even
as a custom order from the Phil web site.

On Sat, Sep 22, 2012 at 9:27 AM Manuel Acosta 
wrote:

> Kinda sad that I missed out on what I believe was the "Golden Years" of
> Rivendell products. Not saying that their products aren't Golden now. It's
> just that I always end up finding Rivendell products on ebay that were sold
> years before I even found the website.  With that these are things I wish
> Rivendell sold still.
>
> Rivendell wool jersey! < Always feel like when I find one my size on
> ebay they go for 4 !times the original price. I like pockets on my back I
> feel for biking it's the easy accessible place to grab things. Also they
> make for great places for hiding bananas
>
> Aussie leather slipper wool socks << I had two pairs of these that were a
> size too big for me but I would still regularly used on camping trips. I
> loved them! But after a couple of washing the leather bottoms were done.
> When I went back to try to get them
>
> Wool Uno pocket shirt<--- I remember seeing these on the website and
> thinking how smart it was but never jumped on it because I was a poor
> college student. Now Rapha sells one for like 80 dollars! I felt they were
> a smart design that was way before their time.
>
> Rivendell Brooks saddle? <-- I've seen these floating around the internet
> from time to time. I thought it was a neat idea.
>
> Anyone else have other things they wish Rivendell still sold?
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Clicking noise -- About to lose my mind.

[David Sprunger]

I share your frustration with a mystery click. I had a similar problem
once, and although the story is not to my credit, it may help.

I had the mystery clicking only when I pedaled hard. It didn't occur when I
was coasting, and I couldn't reproduce the sound in my work stand.

Only after I had removed and reinstalled the pedals, cranks, and bottom
bracket and was preparing to address the seat post and saddle did I notice
that my banana bag was unbuckled and the part of the strap with the buckle
was in a position to knock against the seat post when I twisted the saddle
with strong pedaling. I would have sworn that the sound was much lower in
the bike.

Good luck with your quest. Let us know what you find out.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


On Mon, May 28, 2018 at 8:43 PM David B  wrote:

> Highly unlikely for a 2009 Riv, but no one has mentioned it: check around
> bottom bracket shell for cracks.
> I had a Schwinn Voyageur crack were the seattube met the bottom bracket
> shell. The tube had almost clear through with a bit of the bb lug.
> Examining it after, it had been a very slow crack that had been clicking
> for a while before it became structurally noticeable.
> Again, very unlikely but worth taking a look.
> David
> River Grove, IL
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Re: [RBW] My 52 Clem-L rides the bus

[David Sprunger]

Thanks for this useful info.

On Sun, Aug 21, 2016 at 7:11 PM, LLM  wrote:

> I wondered if the Clem with its looong wheelbase would fit the racks on
> the front of our local city buses.  Today I found out.  I discovered that
> the buses on the route at the top of my street use a different style bus
> rack than the buses of the semi-express route that I have used for my
> inter-city, inter-modal commute.  I tested both styles.   Although the bike
> was clearly pushing the length limits of each rack style, it fit securely
> in both.  In case anyone else is wondering about Clem's on bus racks, I've
> included pictures (from the web) of the two different style racks that I
> tried today along with descriptions of each in the linked album.
>
> Album 
>
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Re: [RBW] FS: Sugino Alpina 800 Compact Cranks, silver - NEW

[David Sprunger]

David H.,
Hi. I"m interested in this crankset if it is still available.
Thanks,
David S.

On Sun, Aug 21, 2016 at 3:22 PM, David Hallerman 
wrote:

> Hi,
>
> Rare to find nowadays, this totally new, never installed, perfect
> condition compact double Sugino Alpina 800 crankset has these features:
>
> * 170mm long
> * silver, cold-forged
> * 48/34 chainrings, ramped & pinned
> * 110BCD chainrings
> * typically takes 110mm long JIS square bottom bracket
>
> *Price = $165, plus shipping*
>
> Some pix linked below, and questions quickly answered.
>
> Dave, who says his overbuying can become your bargain
> Hudson Valley, NY
> sunwarr...@verizon.net
>
> https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/24440195/sugino_alpina_01.jpg
>
> https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/24440195/sugino_alpina_02.jpg
>
> https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/24440195/sugino_alpina_03.jpg
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> https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/24440195/sugino_alpina_04.jpg
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[RBW] Rivendell tandem question

[David Sprunger]

Hi. I read with interest the recent blug post about forward movement on the
Rivendell tandem project. Grant invited people to email him if they wanted
to be added to a list of interested parties, but he did not give his email
address. It used to be gr...@rivbike.com, but my message to that address
bounced back. The email directory for Rivendell does not include an email
link for Grant anymore either.

Does anyone know of another way to be added to the tandem information list?

Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] Rivendell tandem question

[David Sprunger]

Thanks, everyone. I'll try to send an email again in the morning.

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> Yep, that's the right address for Grant. I emailed him about the tandem
> last night (Saturday) and had a response this morning.
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[RBW] Yet another late winter FS list (Clem Smith, Nitto/MAP/XT cockpit, Choco moose, etc.)

[David Sprunger]

Colleagues,

Inspired by all the recent selling activity, I too have gone through my
parts bins and have some items I’m offering here before they go to ebay. If
you have questions, please ask.

Thanks,

David Sprunger

Fargo, ND



 -Clem Smith frame, blue, 59 cm. $800. Has the headset, bottom bracket, and
seat post. This is a nice frame. I built it up for a relative who decided
it wasn’t what he wanted after all. Ridden about 10 miles. Pick up in
Fargo, split shipping from 58103, or I could probably deliver along the I94
corridor between Fargo and the twin cities. See
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/cockpit2.jpg  Compare to
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-csj-59blu.htm

-Cockpit with Nitto dirt drop stem (black, factory drilled for cable
hanger), measures 10cm cc, 25.4 clamp, Ahearne MAP bar (575mm, silver),
Deore XT linear pull levers for vbrakes, Miesha cork grips, shellacked. NO
shifters. I had this on the Clem.  Some light scuffs: see jumbo pics:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/cockpit4.jpg ,
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/cockpit2.jpg  ($80, shipped in
US). I prefer to sell this as a set.

-XT vbrake calipers ($40, shipped in US). Front and rear. Black. These were
on the Clem, so they too were ridden about 10 miles. Pictures:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/xt-brakes.jpg and
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/xt-brakes2.jpg

- Choco moose bars ($150, shipped in US). I ordered these from Rivendell
and dry fit them in a frame to get a sense of how they’d fit me. I decided
to stick with my Bosco bars instead. See the Riv description:
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb3bm.htm

 -Ergon GP1 grips ($18 shipped in US).  Large diameter, short length. This
is the Ergon paddle grip in shorter length for Gripshift, children, or
people with smaller hands. NIB. http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/product/gp1

- Miesha’s cork grips ($20, shipped in US). New. Not cut or shellacked. Out
of stock at Riv but here’s their description:
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/gt5norm.htm

 - Shimano FD-AX55 front derailleur ($15 shipped in US). 28.6 clamp. Bottom
pull. The cage has the handy screw that allows one to remove the derailleur
without breaking the chain. The derailleur has not been used. Picture:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/ax-fd-r.jpg

-  Seatpost, 27.2 x 300mm, silver. ($15 shipped in US)  This is the post
that Riv shipped with my Cheviot. New. Pictures:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/seatpost.jpg and
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/seatpost-label.jpg

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Re: [RBW] Re: clothes (mostly RBW MUSA), bags, rack for sale

[David Sprunger]

Ok. Thanks for letting me know.
David


On Sun, Feb 28, 2016 at 11:35 AM, Thomas Lynn Skean <
thomaslynnsk...@comcast.net> wrote:

> Update:
>
> MUSA clothes, Sackville bags, and PlatRack are all sold.
>
> Remaining are:
>
> >Frost River
> Little Marais
> $20
>
>
> >Frost River
> Grand Marais
> $30
>
>
> >Columbia Sportswear
> PFG Backcast
> khaki
> XL
> $20
>
>
> >Columbia Sportswear
> PFG Backcast
> dark grey
> XL
> $20
>
>
> >Ex Officio
> Nio Amphi
> light khaki
> 38
> $25
>
>
> >Ex Officio
> Nio Amphi
> walnut
> 38
> $25
>
> Yours,
> Thomas Lynn Skean
>
> On Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 9:48:14 PM UTC-6, Thomas Lynn Skean
> wrote:
>>
>> Hi!
>>
>> Items for sale. Clothes, bags, and a rack. Prices include shipping,
>> contiguous US. Reply-to-author if interested. PayPal accepted for payment.
>>
>> Link to pictures with info. Info also below link.
>>
>> https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0NGWBC59Gx6fgX
>>
>> >MUSA pants
>> blue/black
>> Velcro bottom
>> xxl
>> $35
>>
>> >Sackville TrunkSack L
>> olive
>> $75
>>
>> >Sackville ShopSack L
>> olive
>> $35
>>
>> >MUSA knickers
>>
>> blue/black
>> velcro bottom
>> xl
>> $35
>>
>> >MUSA pants
>> grey/blue
>> velcro bottom
>> xxl
>> $35
>>
>> >MUSA pants
>> butternut/olive
>> zip bottom
>> xxl
>> $35
>>
>> >MUSA shorts
>> olive
>> xl
>> $30
>>
>> >MUSA knickers
>> olive/chocolate
>> elastic strap bottom
>> xxl
>> $35
>>
>> >MUSA knickers
>> black
>> velcro bottom
>> xl
>> $35
>>
>> >PlatRack
>> $65
>>
>> Yours,
>> Thomas Lynn Skean
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Re: [RBW] Clementine / Cheviot comparison and random questions

[David Sprunger]

Bob,

I have a 60 cm Cheviot and had a 59 cm Clem (trying to sell, actually). The
rides are similar to me, but I had the same wheel set on each bike.

The total length of the Cheviot with Big Apples is about 77". The distance
between tire contact points is more like 52". It may be too long for the
bus rack but should meet the light rail requirements.

Good luck,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND



On Sun, Feb 28, 2016 at 12:30 PM, Bob Lovejoy  wrote:

> I have no business even thinking about it but I am considering a 59cm
> Clementine complete or a 60cm Cheviot frame and building it up.  Either
> would be 90% city use (and fun and exploring) and potentially involving
> multi-modal travel at times (bus rack, light rail, etc.).  That said, local
> transit rules state that no bike shall be longer than 80" or higher than
> 48", and the bus racks state a maximum wheelbase of 44".  I might never use
> the bus racks except in an emergency but the light rail is useful for
> getting out and away from the city.
>
> Random questions and a need for comparison...
>
>- Would a Clementine or Cheviot fit within those specs or even close?
> 80" total length, 44" wheelbase... I am suspecting not but wanted to at
>least ask and not assume.
>- Can anyone who has ridden both (a Clementine and Cheviot) comment on
>the ride differences?
>- For what it is worth I have a PBH of ~89cm (usual saddle height of
>78cm) and am thinking the 59 Clem (not ...tine) *might" be too big, though
>I always prefer bikes that are slightly too big versus going down in size.
>- I must be getting truly old, or maybe wiser, or both, but the idea
>of a low mount/dismount height for a city bike makes perfect sense to me,
>hence the Clementine/Cheviot fixation.  That said, a Clem, if it fit would
>still be an option.
>
> Just looking for any observations on the ride differences, maybe even
> utility differences, if people have ridden both.
>
> All help appreciated,
>
> Bob
> Denver, CO
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[RBW] What's Left (Re: Yet another late winter FS list (Clem Smith,Choco moose))

[David Sprunger]

Colleagues,
Thanks to everyone who bought something from my spring list. I'm down to
two items, but they're the biggest tickets.
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND



  -Clem Smith frame, blue, 59 cm. $800. Has the headset, bottom bracket,
> and seat post. This is a nice frame. I built it up for a relative who
> decided it wasn’t what he wanted after all. Ridden about 10 miles. Pick up
> in Fargo, split shipping from 58103, or I could probably deliver along the
> I94 corridor between Fargo and the twin cities. See
> http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/sale-Feb16/cockpit2.jpg  Compare to
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-csj-59blu.htm
>


> - Choco moose bars ($150, shipped in US). I ordered these from Rivendell
> and dry fit them in a frame to get a sense of how they’d fit me. I decided
> to stick with my Bosco bars instead. See the Riv description:
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb3bm.htm
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Re: [RBW] Re: What's Left (Re: Yet another late winter FS list (Clem Smith,Choco moose))

[David Sprunger]

Matt,

Yes, I still have the Choco Moose bars. I greased them and put them on my
Cheviot but after sitting on the bike in my basement ended up sticking with
the Bosco Moose bars instead. I didn't even put levers or grips on the
Chocos.  I would definitely say they're in great shape.

My paypal is sprun...@cord.edu.

Let me know if you have other questions. I could take a picture but there's
not much to see that Riv doesn't show better.

David


On Thu, Mar 3, 2016 at 5:26 PM, HunqRider  wrote:

> Hi David,
> Are the Choco Moose bars still available?
>>
>> Are they in great shape?
> If yes, then I'll take 'em!
> I have been thinking about taking off the Noodle drop bars from my
> Hunqapillar, and putting on something more upright and comfortable.  I';m
> hoping that the Choco-Moose will fit the bill.
> Thanks,
> Matt
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[RBW] Update: Cheviot tire clearance

[David Sprunger]

Colleagues,

I have been enjoying an uncharacteristically nice March day in Fargo by
tooling about on my Cheviot.  Before I got everything wet and dirty, I took
a few pictures, which may be viewed at this link: *http://tinyurl.com/zzcjxwa
<http://tinyurl.com/zzcjxwa>*

As I have worked on this bike, I was worried about tire clearance with the
Big Apples and caliper brakes, but as the pictures show, this was not an
issue in the end.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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[RBW] FS: King Cage foot cage, size XL, $40

[David Sprunger]

Colleagues,

I discovered one more item in my basement cleaning: a set of
stainless-steel, MUSA foot cages from King Cage. These were size XL, which
are large but not size 13 street shoe large.  These look just like versions
on the King pages:
http://www.kingcage.com/products-waterbottle-cages.html
http://www.kingcage.com/assets/img/footCage_lg.jpg

You can use these with straps or as half clips as is. Excellent condition.

$40, shipped in the U.S. I'm selling just the cages. There are no straps or
mounting screws.

Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

p.s.  I still have the 59cm Clem frame for sale too.

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Re: [RBW] Grips on Albatross bars.

[David Sprunger]

Hi. I like the feel (and look) of the older Brooks grips, like these:
http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=146_230_2113&products_id=2912&zenid=1657a8e913ae6fb92efa0a3a7e99aa13
.
I can't help but notice, however, that the price seems to have about
doubled from when I bought mine.

On a bike:
file:///H:/pictures/Bikes/Bombadil/bullmoose1.JPG

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


On Mon, Dec 24, 2012 at 8:48 AM, Tom Harrop  wrote:

> I like the cork grips but once shellacked they're a bit too slippery with
> winter gloves. I use two layers of 'cork' bar tape with a layer of cloth
> wrapped tightly over the top to make my own grips.
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[RBW] Roadeo specimens?

[David Sprunger]

Hi. Do any list members have Roadeos that they're riding now? I'm
especially interested in seeing a picture of the stock white/blue model.
There is a blue/white frame on the Riv site but not one that's built up.
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] Roadeo specimens?

[David Sprunger]

Toshi,
Your information differs from what Mark emailed me. He said there would be
a $150 upcharge for Rambouillet orange. Perhaps other non-stock colors
don't involve an extra charge. I will ask.
David



On Fri, Jan 25, 2013 at 11:19 AM, Toshi Takeuchi  wrote:

> No custom paint charge on the Roadeo.  I'm inverting the white red
> pattern and going for a dark red with cream headbadge and accents.
>
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Re: [RBW] FS: Tektro R556 calipers/pads

[David Sprunger]

Mike,
I would buy the Tektro brakes if they're still available.
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND


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> pads like new. calipers in great shape. $45 shipped/tracked
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

[David Sprunger]

Hi. Interesting discussion. Do you use a quill or threadless stem? Even the
bikes with the threadless headsets seem to have bars near the seat level,
but one wonders if the threadless setups have slightly lower bars and if
that characteristic changes one's perception of how the bike handles.
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND




On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 4:42 PM, Toshi Takeuchi  wrote:

> Thanks Jeremy,
>
> Good observations and questions.  I have a 54 Ram, 54 AHH and 53 Roadeo.
>  All of the handlebars are set to about seat level height. All use Rivet
> pearl saddles pushed pretty far back, and 2 use Nitto lugged seatposts and
> the Roadeo uses a VO setback seatpost.
>
> Between the Roadeo and AHH, one of the biggest differences is in the top
> tube length.  I noticed that it's 53.5 for the Roadeo and 56 for the AHH,
> so all other things similar, maybe the shorter top tube is the major factor
> contributing to the increased handlebar responsiveness.
>
> size bb drop mm tt slope  stand over cm st angle ht angle rake cm top
> tube cm chain stay cm  54 AHH 67 1.5 78.6 72 71 4.9 56 43.5  53 Roadeo 75
> 2 78.7 73 72 4.9 53.5 43
>
> On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 9:19 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:
> > Thanks for the great write up, very interesting.  Your description of how
> > your Ram and AHH ride very much is how I would describe the handling of
> both
> > of my bikes, a Quickbeam and my '08 Salsa Casseroll.  However, I think
> some
> > of this is down to frame design (obviously in the case of the Quickbeam)
> and
> > some of this is how I've setup my fit on both of these bikes, namely
> > following basically a "Riv" fitting philosophy with handlebars basically
> at
> > seight height and with generous amounts of seat setback, so my weight is
> > carried mostly on the saddle and not on my hands.  I think that these
> > handling characteristics have a lot to do with overall weight
> distribution
> > on the bike, morseso than the geometric nuances between them (Casseroll
> is
> > slightly steeper and longer than the Quickbeam).
> >
> > A while ago I was getting ready for a ride with some friends and a friend
> > who mostly rides full-on racing bikes hopped on my Salsa and took it for
> a
> > spin up the street and down; upon return he described its handling as
> "like
> > an audax bike" (he's Australian, that's what they call rando bikes) and
> > noted that it was slow to turn in.  That struck me as odd because I never
> > experienced it as having slow handling, and I replied by describing it
> the
> > same way you describe it: it is responsive, you just have to steer with
> your
> > butt, not your hands.
>  >
> > All of this is to ask, out of curiousity: is your fit on the Roadeo
> > basically the same as on the Ram and AHH?  Are the handlebars in a
> similar
> > position vis a vis the seat, and is the seat setback similar?  Does the
> > Roadeo in your size have a comparable seat tube angle to the Ram and AHH?
> >
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[RBW] FS: Nitto stand, Ruffy Tuffy, Thin Gripsters, Sackville, Berthoud, etc.

[David Sprunger]

Some items I thought I’d offer here before going to ebay. Payment by paypal
or check. Prices include cheapest US shipping.  If you buy more than one
item, I’ll adjust the total price to reflect the reduced shipping cost.

Thanks,

David Sprunger

Fargo, ND



1 set of Ruffy Tuffys 700c x 28. Ridden less than 20 miles before I figured
out that I could go 32 on the Paramount. $80. (New at Riv = $110.) Like
these: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/t104.htm



1 set of VP-001 pedals (aka Thin Gripster) – forest green. Installed but
not ridden.  The shade of green wasn’t quite what I wanted (vanity of
vanities, saith the Preacher …). $45.

Like this: http://www.vp-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/VP-001GRN.jpg



Berthoud Aspin saddle. Black. Little wear. $145.

http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/riv1334/saddle2.jpg



Silca Impero pumps. Chromed plastic. Compressed length is about 55 cm;
relaxed length is just over 60 cm. I used these occasionally and
interchangeably under the top tube of a 65cm Rivendell custom with peg and
a vertically on a 63 cm Cinelli.  Great shape. Two pumps for sale:

- With stock screw-off plastic head and black tips-- $25.

- With Campy metal head and white tips -- $35.



Small Kangaroo under-saddle bag. There was a discussion of these on the BOB
list in the last month or so. Blue cordura. Dirty but no rips or damage.
Attaches to seat post and saddle rails, which is nice if you don’t have
saddle loops. Use a stiffener to avoid unflattering comparisons to a bull’s
swinging scrotum.  $7.  Picture here:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/sale-515/kangaroo.jpg



Nitto folding stand  Holds bike by the rear axle/skewer. Comes apart to
fold flat. $75. Pictures here:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/sale-515/nittostand-1.jpg
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http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/sale-515/nittostand-2.jpg



Small Sackville saddlebag  (similar to current XS Saddlesack). Green with
brass clasps to secure the flap. Nice condition. $50. Pictures here:

http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/sale-515/sackville-1.jpg

http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/sale-515/sackville-2.jpg

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Re: [RBW] Rear rack for the Hubbuh

[David Sprunger]

Hi. Could you share a picture of your rack on the Hubbuhhubbuh?
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 11:17 PM, Abcyclehank  wrote:

> 2nd the Surly rear rack.  Worked perfectly on my end.  Seemed logical and
> well designed.  A fat tire rack works so smoothly because of the tandem hub
> width.
>
> Ryan Hankinson
> West Michigan
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[RBW] Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

[David Sprunger]

Hi. The orange, silver, and sage tandems seem to be well documented, but
the blue ones are sadly neglected. Here are a few pictures of mine. There
is nothing too radical about the build, but the Super Moto X tires push the
capacity of the Motolite brakes.

https://1drv.ms/f/s!Ag4tr1xyXDYDg7pxGnI5571yakNijw

I would like to add a rear rack eventually, but for now, the old Hobo bag
is working fine.

Fun times.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

[David Sprunger]

Thanks. Yes, I am using a 3x8 drivetrain with some IRD silver shifters that
I got from a list member.

On Wed, Jul 19, 2017 at 6:02 PM, 'Beaverton Bob' via RBW Owners Bunch <
rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:

> That is a nice photo gallery of a beautiful bike.  Now I want one too.
> Need to convince the wife!  Thank you for sharing.
>
> One question:  Is that an 8-speed cassette?
>
> Ride Safely,
> Beaverton "Now Really Wants A Hubbuhubuh" Bob
>
>
> On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 11:45:41 AM UTC-7, spru...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>> Hi. The orange, silver, and sage tandems seem to be well documented, but
>> the blue ones are sadly neglected. Here are a few pictures of mine. There
>> is nothing too radical about the build, but the Super Moto X tires push the
>> capacity of the Motolite brakes.
>>
>> https://1drv.ms/f/s!Ag4tr1xyXDYDg7pxGnI5571yakNijw
>>
>> I would like to add a rear rack eventually, but for now, the old Hobo bag
>> is working fine.
>>
>> Fun times.
>>
>> David Sprunger
>> Fargo, ND
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

[David Sprunger]

Cool. As an alum of the U of I, I endorse that fighting Illini
blue-and-orange color scheme. Fargo is relentlessly flat, so our tandem
does not have a disc brake installed. I had an early 80s tandem with a Phil
Wood drum brake, but never needed to use it.
David


On Wed, Jul 19, 2017 at 6:29 PM, Ray Varella 
wrote:

>
> Here's mine
>
>
> On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 11:45:41 AM UTC-7, spru...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Hi. The orange, silver, and sage tandems seem to be well documented, but
> the blue ones are sadly neglected. Here are a few pictures of mine. There
> is nothing too radical about the build, but the Super Moto X tires push the
> capacity of the Motolite brakes.
> >
> >
> > https://1drv.ms/f/s!Ag4tr1xyXDYDg7pxGnI5571yakNijw
> >
> >
> >
> > I would like to add a rear rack eventually, but for now, the old Hobo
> bag is working fine.
> >
> >
> > Fun times.
> >
> >
> > David Sprunger
> > Fargo, ND
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Re: [RBW] FS: Cambium C17 and Nitto Crystal Fellow post

[David Sprunger]

Alex,
HI. I will buy the C17 if it is still available.
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Sun, Jul 12, 2015 at 6:23 PM, Alex Moll 
wrote:

>
> Slate C17 in excellent condition. $120 shipped
> 27.2 x 250mm Nitto Crystal fellow post. Some scuff marks from saddle bag -
> otherwise excellent. $50 shipped.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Alex Moll
> Marysville, WA
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[RBW] FS: Ruffy Tuffy, Mark's Rack, Baggins, Schwalbe, C17

[David Sprunger]

Riders,

I'm listing a few items on ebay later this week, but I thought I'd
offer them here first. All prices include cheapest US shipping.
Paypal ok.

Brooks C17, natural color. Little used. $120.

Nitto M1 (Mark's rack). You get a Mark's rack, diving board, one set
of draw bolts, a pair of P-clamps, and two sets of short struts (one
curved and one straight), but depending on your intended use, you may
have to get some more small parts from Riv or elsewhere. $75.  See
your options here: www.rivbike.com/Racks-s/114.htm.

Ruffy Tuffy tires. 700c x 28. Wire bead. Ridden about 20 miles before
I went up a size. $80.

Schwalbe Big Ben tires. 700c x 50. Ridden about 20 miles before I
went up a size with these too. $80.

Baggins leather key fob. This is a basic leather fob onto which is
stamped (rather faintly) a logo reminiscent of the Rivendell seal
with a double B and a pair of stars. It reads "Baggins Bags" across
the top and "Sacks for Travellers" across the bottom. For the bag
matcher who has everything else. $10.

Snapshots here: http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/July15/

Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] What's in your garage?

[David Sprunger]

I'm late to this survey, but I have too many bikes without any plan to cull
the herd:

Bikes I ride:
- 64.5 cm Riv custom sport tourer with XTR M900 drive train
- 60 cm Bombadil (1st edition with parallel top tubes) with Suntour XC Pro
drive train
- 63 cm Roadeo with DA 9 drive train
- 64 cm P13 Paramount (1973) set up as Suntour Superbe Pro single speed
- 63 cm Cinelli Special Course (1971) with full NR group (not ridden too
regularly anymore)

Bikes I maintain for others in my family:
- Bridgestone XO2
- 56 cm Glorius
- Specialized Stumpjumper (1983)

Pictures and details:
http://faculty.cord.edu/sprunger/bikes/

It's interesting to see what bikes are out there.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND



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> I always wonder-i betcha there are a lot of cool bikes around. And right
> now I have a lot of bikes. I feel a bit self indulgent but I don't feel too
> bad when I think of the use. I have a pretty "bikey" family, a "bike" job
> and live in a great city to ride bikes in. I don't drive much either-like
> under 2k miles a year so that makes me feel even less guilty. But i'll
> start in order of importance.-well at least my order.
>
> 51 sage green Sam. Best bike ever. Get's used every day.
> 54 orange quickbeam. Super duper fun.
> Cannondale Adventure 2 step through hybrid. Permanent baby seat gets used
> a lot.
> Electra Townie 7d. My wife's ride which is super fun.
> 1969 Schwinn Twinn-which my oldest daughter (8) thinks is the coolest bike
> ever. Mostly because she doesn't have to pedal. And it has baskets for all
> her dolls.
> Jamis Capri 24 that's my oldest daughters ride. Fine little bike. First
> one she got to pick out all by herself. I asked her why she likes it
> best-she said it makes me feel like I'm a teenager-I'm in trouble.
> Surly LHT which usually sees super nasty weather duty. I'm not sure if
> I'll hang on to that one but it's a good bike so I probably will.
>
> Needless to say we have never had a car in our garage. My wife stopped
> complaining a while ago. So I guess it's ok.
>
> I hope others play along.
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Re: [RBW] Component Question

[David Sprunger]

Sam,
It sounds like your question has been resolved, but I used XTR M900
for the drive train and wheels on my Rivendell custom and am most
satisfied with the results.

http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/riv1334/

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND



On Tue, Jul 19, 2011 at 3:54 PM, SamuelJames  wrote:
> Can you use Shimano Deore or XTR on a road bike?  Curious because I will
> building up a Yves Gomez soon and that is what I have lying around.  Thanks
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[RBW] What happened to clear powder coating

[David Sprunger]

In reading Grant's latest post about the new mystery bike, I noted his
comments on potential clear powder coating of the frame.  That remark
made me wonder what happened to clear powder coat option that was
promoted heavily 3-4 years ago.  My original series Bombadil was clear
coated, and the finish is still solid.  Grant's comments imply some
sort of salt issues related perhaps to sea air.  Of course, North
Dakota is about as inland as it gets. Should someone with a clear coat
finish anticipate a paint job to preserve the frame?
Thanks,
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

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Re: [RBW] HubbuHubbuH - First Loaded Tour

[David Sprunger]

Inspirational.

On Tue, Aug 1, 2017 at 12:33 AM, Ken Yokanovich <
reflector.collec...@gmail.com> wrote:

> In hindsight, it may not have been the best conceived plan but I am a firm
> believer that a bit of naïvety makes for a good bicycle adventure. An open
> mind, willingness to go-with-the-flow, sometimes a series of weird events
> comes together to make for interesting life experiences.
>
> Quick string of events leading up to the "accidental" purchase of a
> HubbuHubbuH tandem:
>
>- 17 year old daughter tears ACL second time
>- Cancel snowboard/ski trip to Whistler. (Role reversal - daughter
>skis, 46 year-old dad snowboards.)
>- Impromptu replacement vacation March west-coast road-trip places
>father and daughter in Walnut Creek
>- Daughter - Dad best favoritist tandem combo ever takes HubbuHubbuH
>out for test ride - hooked and instantly regret having not been on
>pre-order.
>- Place name on "list" for "if there is ever a second run of tandems,
>I'd be interested."
>- Email to contact Dave at Rivendell that there are a few tandem
>frames available
>- Call, talk briefly with Dave - how could I *not* order one?
>
> Before ordering the Rivendell, I'd rationalized how good we had it with
> our old steel Abatrossed Trek T200. My next bike was going to be another
> Rivendell custom to replace my beloved and dearly departed Quickbeam. I've
> got parts on the shelf waiting for just the right inspiration, but none of
> it really what I wanted to use on the tandem. My first foray into 584
> wheels, I had so little I could use, I've had to spread the wealth among
> various bike shops near and far.  It's been a bit of a scramble to put the
> HubbuHubbuH together. Once road-worthy, it's been the bike I've ridden most
> this year.  LOTS of good miles, ice-cream runs, laughs, and wandering,
> What a blessing to have a 17 year old daughter that WANTS to spend time
> with dad, wants to cruise around.
>
>
> In a separate and closely related life thread - my 20 year old daughter
> FINALLY discovered that she likes to ride a bike. Likes to ride enough to
> ask dad if maybe his telling of 30 years of RAGBRAI stories warranted
> giving it a shot.  Time to create something more than the
> dumpster-find-become college get-around bike... Queue up another new bike
> purchase and build.
>
>
> With the older sister interested, so much saddle time on the new tandem,
> one thing led to another and so this was the year.  This was the year that
> the kids were FINALLY going to join dad on his annual trip to Iowa.
> Somehow, perhaps by obscuring details, over-selling how much fun it'd be...
> I managed to convince both girls that the only way to truly experience the
> *fun* was to do as I have for the last 20 years or so... pack up and ride
> TO Iowa first, join in the folly of the ride across the state for a few
> days, then turn back north to get back to Minnesota. Maybe my trying to
> convince them was equal part trying to convince myself that heading off on
> an upright-barred cruiser tandem was a good idea...  Fully loaded on a
> tandem with a kid with arthritis and a torn ACL, what could *possibly* go
> wrong!?
>
>
> Skip to conclusion... aggressive mileage plans were adjusted. 6 days of
> riding together, everyone still gets along and there's talk of "next year"
>
>
> The HubbuHubbuH is an amazing bike, I have amazing and patient friends,
> and I have even more amazing kids.
>
>
> Some photos compliments of my good friend Scott who joined in the fun:
> https://photos.app.goo.gl/aFk8SBsJMTZNkCpU2
>
>
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Re: [RBW] Cheviot dreaming

[David Sprunger]

Joe,
This will be a cool bike. As long as you're getting the custom paint, did
you consider have canti posts added? That's the one thing I wish my Cheviot
had but doesn't. The frame has generous clearance, but tire size is limited
by the brake calipers. (It's certainly easier to spend your money than my
own.)
David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Tue, Nov 7, 2017 at 12:42 AM, Joe Bernard  wrote:

> Whelp, this started as a "let's jump on that sale" journey towards a
> Cheviot frame at a pre-sale price in a nice Roadini/RBW Blue...then I lost
> my mind. Someone on a Roadini thread mentioned getting a custom color and I
> thought, HEY! So I chatted with Will @ Riv and determined I could get
> anything I wanted (that fit the bike/decals) from Rick at D&D. I pondered
> on this a while and looked at a lot of colors on the internets and decided
> a Candy Apple Red Cheviot would be the cat's pajamas. Now my pre-sale
> bargain Chev is..not such a bargain! Oops ;-)
>
> It's going to be just gorgeous with the cream contrasts, and is sort of my
> shot at a poor man's custom 'cause I know I'll never buy (or need) a true
> custom. It's also a bit of an homage to the Jimmy Carter bike. His was an
> Atlantis and a different shade of red, but that bike is what got me
> thinking about a red Riv the other night. I can't wait!
>
> https://www.google.com/search?q=jimmy+carter+rivendell+bike&;
> oq=jimmy+carter+bik&aqs=chrome.2.69i57j0l3.16939j0j7&
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Re: [RBW] Hubbahhubbah build question - Motolite brakes?

[David Sprunger]

Jeremy,

I used Motolite brakes on a Hubbahhubbah, and the fit was fussy. I had to
remove some of the adjustment hardware behind the pads in order to have
more space to play with. In the end, the brakes are great stoppers with
lots of control.

You can see some pictures here:
https://onedrive.live.com/?authkey=%21ABpyOee9cmpDYo8&cid=03365C725CAF2D0E&id=3365C725CAF2D0E%2156693&parId=3365C725CAF2D0E%2156689&o=OneUp
There's one toward the end that shows one side of the rear brake with the
stripped hardware.

David Sprunger
Fargo, ND

On Sun, Nov 19, 2017 at 5:15 PM, Jeremy Tavan  wrote:

> I'm building up a Hubbahhubbah, and everything has gone very smoothly (at
> least after getting the defective eccentric bottom bracket replaced), even
> though this is my first full-bike build from parts. I have run in to one
> challenge, however, involving the brakes. I've picked Paul Motolite
> linear-pull brakes and Velocity Cliffhanger rims, and the front brakes
> installed and adjusted very easily, with maybe 2-3mm of extra travel
> available to move the pad holders downwards before running out of lever
> arm. On the rear, however, even with the pad holders all the way down I
> cannot get the pads to land square on the brake track. It feels like the
> rear brake braze-ons are positioned slightly too high on the seatstays.
> Should I just live with it, with the brake pads hitting the rim at an angle
> right at the top of the brake track? Replace the wheels with 29ers? Tear
> the whole thing apart and have the braze-ons moved and the whole thing
> repainted? Try different brakes? I'm kind of bummed about this. Advice
> welcome!
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