The allrounders were a semi custom bike at this time and could be
ordered with a varity of modifications like 700c instead of 26inches.
The standover is so high because of the combination of a already high
bottom bracket with 700c wheels. The main difference between this and
the long low besides
I picked up my S&S-ified Saluki from Steve Rex last week. Steve is right up
there with Bilenky in terms of quality and craftsmanship. I had Russ PIckett
retouch the frame, and it looks brand new again. That Rex is just down the
road from Chico was a bonus.
Now I get to take it to the PNW soon, and
I had my Bleriot frame retrofitted by Bilenky before I built it up. I
sprung for the wheeled hardcase, frame protectors, TSA net, and the
PVC compression prevention bits.
The bike has been to Europe twice, and flown domestically several
times. I have never been charged for it being a bike. Onc
On Sep 27, 5:35 pm, doug peterson wrote:
> I've had my Grip Kings apart. They use loose balls. On the outboard
> end is an adjustment nut and locknut. The problem is the difficulty
> of getting the adjustment correct and holding it while tightening the
> locknut. There must be a special too
I just don't see the need for the quick release gizmos, it only takes
a few moments to unhook a saddlebag and attach it again using the
regular saddle loops. I do like the Bagman, but have no use for the QR
version.
On Sep 27, 2:13 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> On Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 10:47 AM, usu
It's called "newskin service" and you specify regular or clydesdale, slotted or
unslotted, color, etc
From: Justin August
To: RBW Owners Bunch
Sent: Sunday, September 27, 2009 8:16:02 PM
Subject: [RBW] Re: Selle Anatomica
It's only 75? Hmm... Might look int
It's only 75? Hmm... Might look into that.
On Sep 27, 7:48 pm, Bruce wrote:
> I just had 3 riders who were in agony on their Terry Flys and Bontrager Luxes
> want info on my Selle saddle. Did you get the Clydesdale version? It makes a
> difference.
>
> You can get a Selle re-leathered for $75
I'm on my second Selle Anatomica. Mine is the Clydesdale version of the
Titanico. I'm 6'5"/~225 lbs. The first one I had stretched quite quickly and
I had it almost fully tensioned when the threaded tensioning hardware piece
broke off of the saddle frame at the welds during a ride. I sent it back t
I've had my Grip Kings apart. They use loose balls. On the outboard
end is an adjustment nut and locknut. The problem is the difficulty
of getting the adjustment correct and holding it while tightening the
locknut. There must be a special tool but Riv wasn't aware of
anything. I got one set w
I just had 3 riders who were in agony on their Terry Flys and Bontrager Luxes
want info on my Selle saddle. Did you get the Clydesdale version? It makes a
difference.
You can get a Selle re-leathered for $75 which is a better deal I think than a
new saddle from V-O or Brooks.
Best
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I have various Brooks saddles (B17, B15, Flyer, B66), with the most
miles on the B17. As the B17 aged it developed a ridge down the
middle, which is exactly what I don't need and was very
uncomfortable. I have since soaked and re-shaped the B17, and it's
rideable again, but only as long as I kee
Careful with wine in the handlebar bag...I once rode home from Tradder
Joes with 4 (or more) bottles in a handlebar basket. Darn near
crashed before getting out of the parking lot...would have been a
great same too!
Angus
On Sep 27, 5:11 pm, RoadieRyan wrote:
> I was fortunate to get a ride in
Thanks for the great story, and good example, Michael.
I happen to have 35mm Speedblend Panaracers on my Quickbeam...good
tires.
As I age, and hopefully grow wiser, my bikes have become less
specialized and more "well rounded." Taken to the exteme,
optimization can lead to a bike that is good a
on 9/27/09 12:13 PM, MichaelH at mhech...@gmail.com wrote:
> She headed out riding with two women who were younger, stronger, and
> more regular cyclist than she is. My wife, Pat, rides a 1983 Sequoia
> with 35 mm panaracer speed blend tires, One of the other women rode
> what she described as a
I have an SA that I bought from Riv when they had those "used
specials" up there. I was disappointed. While it was incredibly
comfortable, it came extended AL the way out, which was just a bit
too much for my special area. Plus, it looked really weird. I went
back to my Brooks pre-aged Flyer a
I was fortunate to get a ride in on Saturday afternoon that included a
stop at II Vecchio, gorgeous bikes. Jan thanks for organizing this,
it was a real treat to see all those classy bikes in person.
Ausgezeichnet! or perhaps more approriately très bon ! Your new book
is now on my xmas list ;-)
I can't wear orange pants because I lost my red rubber nose.
Any sign Rivendell is cracking on the commtment to orange?
On Sep 15, 4:08 pm, Rick wrote:
> Rivendell is apparently ticking down my wish list. I asked for wool
> briefs, and they were provided. Requestedrainpants, and here you
> g
When you say "older" Robusto -- are you talking about the saddles that
S-A used to convert from Brooks? Or are you talking about their
current saddles that are made in Wisconsin and are not converted
Brooks?
On Sep 27, 1:39 pm, MichaelH wrote:
> I can't tell you how a slotted B17 will feel or h
My mother lived to be 102 years old. She generally stayed away from
doctors and recommended moderation in all things. My wife returned
home today with a cycling story which underscored this wisdom.
Every year she goes away to "Quilt Camp" for four days. She loads up
the car with a mountain of
I can't tell you how a slotted B17 will feel or how long it will
last. But... I am 6' 1" 195 and have two of the earlier Selle
Anatomica saddles - Robusto - models. They have worn well and have
been the most comfortable saddles I have ever owned in 30+ years of
riding. And that's from Day 1.
I have S-A Titanicos with slots on two of my bikes, and a Brooks B-67
and B-17 on two others. I love the B-67 on bikes with upright bars
like North Roads, but for bikes with more drop to the bars, I find the
S-A saddles more comfortable than either of the Brooks saddles (this
is purely personal pr
On Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 10:47 AM, usuk2007 wrote:
>
>
> Also I'm not a fan of the various quick release mechanisms available.
>
I disagree. The Carradice Bagman QR support works well, as does the other
device that clamps to the seatpost and has a small QR frame to which the bag
straps. OTOH, if y
The Selle Anatomica is the most comfortable saddle I've tried. Much
better for my butt than the Brooks. I use the one without the cutout
and without the webbing underneath. Break in is nil. Love the long
rails. That's the number one reason I started using them. That's the
good. The bad is they str
I like the velcro one wrap idea . . .thanks. -- Forrest
On Sep 27, 11:23 am, Solomander wrote:
> I have a Hilsen and an R14 rack. I use a NS Country bag. I use
> velcro one wrap to bind the bag to the rack and it works fine. I also
> use a Nitto saddlebag quick release thingy on my saddle, b
SOLD to a forum member.
Thanks.
On Sep 26, 5:39 pm, frank_a wrote:
> Up for sale is a 59cm A. Homer Hilsen from the first batch of
> Waterford built frames. It is painted Coleman campstove green. I am
> the original owner and purchased it from RBW. It's in very nice
> condition, never been abuse
I wonder how many frames vs complete bikes they'll sell? I imagine a
fair %age of buyers will want to build the Roadie up to their own
spec. I think I'd probably do Dura Ace 7800 as there are some nice
bargains on it now.
On Sep 26, 10:30 am, Joe Bartoe wrote:
> I believe that is still undecided
Sway should not be an issue with any saddle bag as long as you attach
it to the saddle correctly. Do not us the method shown on the Riv site
with the buckles on the outside. This leaves space between the saddle
and the saddlebag and you'll have to resort to various methods of
strapping the saddleb
I have a Hilsen and an R14 rack. I use a NS Country bag. I use
velcro one wrap to bind the bag to the rack and it works fine. I also
use a Nitto saddlebag quick release thingy on my saddle, because I use
a Terry saddle. Hope this helps.
Joel
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I have a Nitto Top rack (R-14?) on my AHH, and I'm considering getting
the Sackville Large saddlebag. Has anyone used this bag on this rack
for shorter trips (errands, short in-town commute) without securing it
to the rack with zip ties? Is the leather slot that fits over the
rack's arch loop enou
I don't know about the Titanico but you could try a Brooks Imperial.
http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/saddles_and_seat_posts#product=11-074
--mike
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Thanks to all for the photos. I have the books, but seeing them in a
shop environment is very cool too.
Marty
On Sep 27, 2:02 am, rob markwardt wrote:
> And a few more photos.
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/77502...@n00/sets/72157622338208975/
>
> The light was pretty difficult, I'm a lousy p
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