Re: [RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
I just got back from a 10.7 miler. It was great. My dyno is the best thing ever and It’s such a treat. My tires/wheels are terrific. I love them. I am going to jump on the Clem H after awhile and see how great the difference is. The changes I’ve made make my Clem more manageable for me. I don’t

Re: [RBW] FS: 26" Wheelset - Lesnik built $275 plus lot so new tires.

2020-06-04 Thread Ahmed Elgasseir
Tires for sale - all are pairs unless otherwise noted Continental Contact Speed 650 x 32C brand new Panaracer Pacenti 27.5 x 1.50 brand new Maxxis DTH 26 x 2.15 brand new Marathon Supreme 26 x 1.60 brand new Continental Grand Prix 5000 650B x 28 Brand New Marathon Racer (3 tires) 26 x 1.50

Re: [RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Leah Peterson
Let it be known henceforth and hitherto and forevermore and whatnot: Lone Wolf Leah will ONLY be showcasing the Next Level Clem in NDS photos. Why? Because the old dumb DS rule covered up the Next Level Clem’s best feature - its wild hubs. Lone Wolf Leah (Insert seal of approval here. It’

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Eric G@rs
I’m partial to Rambouillet, Heron, and Saluki. I don’t really care for the human names much. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Clayton Scott
A henry rollins bike with 2pac panniers. Cshbgca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

[RBW] Re: Lowrider racks on MIT Atlantis?

2020-06-04 Thread dougP
I use the Tubus Duo because it installs so easily. I take mine off when not using & it's easy to do and the Duo takes up little room. It's easy to ship the bike with the Duo. This is on a Toyo Atlantis but I don't see any difference for other Atlantis. dougP On Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 7:2

Re: [RBW] Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread dougP
That stuff is used in cars where you have a bunch of wires going to something like a taillight. I've gotten it from dealerships. Kinda kool, easy to use, tidy. dougp On Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 8:52:31 AM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: > > Leah: > > Nice install. If you want to clean up the appea

[RBW] Lowrider racks on MIT Atlantis?

2020-06-04 Thread Bill Lindsay
Nitto Mt Campee F20 is on my MIT 650b Atlantis. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

Re: [RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Mark Roland
>From what I have heard, nds photos are the new ds photos. Definitely read this somewhere recently. Trend-setting again with Crayola Clem. > glegroups.com >

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Eric Floden
The Greta T Works for me Eric in BeeCee -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussi

[RBW] Lowrider racks on MIT Atlantis?

2020-06-04 Thread Brett Callahan
Curious as to what lowriders people are using on Atlantii. Bonus points for pix. Brett in pdx -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Brendan Willard
I went with Teddy Rollsavelt- naturalist, conservationist, founder of the “Bull Moose” Party... makes sense. Pretty sure he would have bike packed. Speaking in Thumbs 👍 > On Jun 4, 2020, at 6:33 PM, Philip Williamson > wrote: > >  > Oh man! > "Henry Rollins" as a Rivendell bike name cracked

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Philip Williamson
Oh man! "Henry Rollins" as a Rivendell bike name cracked me up. I think the poll lets you suggest your own model name. https://forms.gle/zAtCmkHczKDWpe3J9 Philip Santa Rosa, CA On Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 6:05:15 PM UTC-7, Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > > Henry Rollins sure sounds like a Riv

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Brendan Willard
Henry Rollins sure sounds like a Riv bike. Speaking in Thumbs 👍 > On Jun 4, 2020, at 5:45 PM, Mark Roland wrote: > >  > I had a Scorcher. It was fun, but not in the same league as a Rivendell > quality-wise. That bike was the brainchild of Wes Williams (and maybe Scot > Nicol?) Fixed gear,

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Mark Roland
I had a Scorcher. It was fun, but not in the same league as a Rivendell quality-wise. That bike was the brainchild of Wes Williams (and maybe Scot Nicol?) Fixed gear, 700 x 41 tires, Cresent style handlebars, Brooks saddle. Williams tigged the frames; used an aftermarket chrome cruiser fork wit

Re: [RBW] FS: 26" Wheelset - Lesnik built $275 plus lot so new tires.

2020-06-04 Thread Ahmed Elgasseir
I will make an inventory list and send it out tonight. Thx A On Thu, Jun 4, 2020 at 4:13 PM Ginz wrote: > What 26” tires to you have? I just ordered a set of marathon plus 2.0”. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To u

Re: [RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Leah Peterson
Eric, you know what that hub shiner is good for? When I put the bike on my bike rack, the arm comes down and presses into the frame to hold it. I position the hub shiner right under the arm bar to be a buffer for the paint. Otherwise, it’s just a lovely leather cuff - and most days, I wear a lea

Re: [RBW] Re: Pedals

2020-06-04 Thread Joe Bernard
Eric, I had that problem (too sticky) with the VPs Riv sell/sold. I'm not sure how it's so different, but the Deity Black Kats I use now with spikes don't do it so much. Maybe there's fewer of them and spread over a bigger platform? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread EricP
That's a really cool next level bike. Oh, and I am totally stealing your hub shiner on the upper tube of the bike. Was trying to figure out what to do with mine. The bike has a great color combination. And the wheels are a great compliment. Will want to hear your opinions on tubeless. I probab

Re: [RBW] Re: Pedals

2020-06-04 Thread EricP
Funny this subject came up now. Yesterday swapped out the MKS sneaker pedals on the Hillborne for an old set of VP pedals that have been on and off a couple of bikes over the years. Not sure which model. They do need to be mounted with an allen wrench and not a regular pedal wrench. They are bi

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Joe Bernard
My dirty little secret is I'm really not a fan of anything but the most basic names like Road or Mountain, and traditional sounding stuff like Clubman. Although the best name ever was the Ibis Scorcher. Scorcher is untouchable. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Paul Richardson
On their own, I don't love "Susie W. Longbolts" or "Wolbis Slugstone," but I think the name SUZIE WOLBIS is the bees knees. I like it best misspelled, which I realize ruins the anagram, but phonetically it's the same and I hope I do more talking about my bike than writing about it. Also love B

[RBW] Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Brett Callahan
For years I believed the Benedict Cumberbatch was a 26" riv offering. Very disappointed to have learned that is in fact a person. Would till make a good name for a bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fr

[RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Joe Bernard
It's s rad! What impressed/surprised me the most is how clean and classy it still looks with all that color added. I mean I expected it to be great, but for some reason I pictured the wheels being way up front, ya know? Like "Hi I'm a really bright bike!" But it doesn't do that, it's still L

Re: [RBW] Today's ditchbank ride

2020-06-04 Thread Patrick Moore
Thanks; it was very enjoyable, and had I not started out fasting from last night at 12:45 pm with just 1 waterbottle and no food, I'd have kept at it a bit longer. And you are right; I came across far fewer pedestrians and cyclists than I would have a month or even a couple of weeks earlier; ABQ h

[RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Tim Bantham
Leah, I loved reading about your experiences with the Clem and I am so glad that it turned out just like you wanted. I am a big fan of Candice and James and I am lucky enough to live only an hours drive away to their little Sugar House in the woods. The bike looks fabulous! Congrats! Tim On Th

Re: [RBW] FS: 26" Wheelset - Lesnik built $275 plus lot so new tires.

2020-06-04 Thread Ginz
What 26” tires to you have? I just ordered a set of marathon plus 2.0”. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googleg

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Patrick Moore
My favorites are the Tolkein names -- Legolas, Quickbeam. Atlantis is genius; as good as Legolas. Longlow and All Rounder are earnest and honest everyday monikers. I don't mind sheep and birds and pseudo-natural-history beasts -- Heron, Cheviot, Hunquapillar. Hunquapillar has a nice Tolkein-esqu

[RBW] Today's ditchbank ride

2020-06-04 Thread WETH
Patrick, Vegetation looks lush, and young appear to have the path/road to yourself! How nice on both accounts! Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an ema

Re: [RBW] FS: 26" Wheelset - Lesnik built $275 plus lot so new tires.

2020-06-04 Thread Ahmed Elgasseir
Sweet! Where did you find that bike? I’ve got a ton of new tires. What size are you looking for? On Thu, Jun 4, 2020 at 3:00 PM ctifusion wrote: > Hey, > > Tempted by the wheels but what tires do you have? I just built up an old > B-Stone XO-3 and need tires for sure. > > Thanks, > Brynnar > > -

[RBW] FS: 26" Wheelset - Lesnik built $275 plus lot so new tires.

2020-06-04 Thread ctifusion
Hey, Tempted by the wheels but what tires do you have? I just built up an old B-Stone XO-3 and need tires for sure. Thanks, Brynnar -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

Re: [RBW] Re: Pedals

2020-06-04 Thread Patrick Moore
I started with bare pedals, added clips without straps, added straps, added slotted cleats, switched to various sorts of clipless, notably Speedplays and KEOs for road, the on a perverse whim went back to clips and straps and very nice, ballet-slipper-like leather Rivats with slotted cleats on my R

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Clayton Scott
\m/ Also agree on the Roadini. It just sounds "little" to me. Clayton Scott, HBG, CA On Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 2:35:40 PM UTC-7, Collin A wrote: > > Clayton, that might be a bit too Metal for Riv. > > Fav: Hunqapillar, clever, and it is a bike I have lusted for as long as I > have been aw

Re: [RBW] Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Patrick Moore
Leah: The bike and the colors and the story are all very appealing. I like the use of cable housing clamps for light wiring guides. Eric (or anyone): is there a technical name or product name for that wire bundling caterpillar stuff? Back to Leah: Are your wheels "twenty six inch" or 650B? (I can

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Collin A
Clayton, that might be a bit too Metal for Riv. Fav: Hunqapillar, clever, and it is a bike I have lusted for as long as I have been aware of Riv. Still kicking myself for not picking one of the demos up when they were on sale. Close Second: Wolbis/Susie, mostly for the headbadge of the slug and

Re: [RBW] Re: two rivendells for sale

2020-06-04 Thread greenteadrinkers
Hello, sorry, passed the info on to my partner, the ball's kinda in her court at the moment. Obv. do not hold this for me, but I'll for sure let you know one way or the other what she decides to do. On Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 4:27:37 PM UTC-4, Robert Blunt wrote: > > 36 spokes on both front an

[RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Jason Fuller
Absolutely love the new wheelset and tires. Must have knocked a good bunch of weight off the Clementine. I plan to do something quite similar to mine - and mine will be purple & gold! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

Re: [RBW] Re: two rivendells for sale

2020-06-04 Thread Robert Blunt
36 spokes on both front and rear wheels. Are you interested? On Wed, Jun 3, 2020, 1:54 PM greenteadrinkers wrote: > Regarding the wheel set, what are the spoke counts? Also, are you running > tubeless GK's? and the are rims tubeless ready?, looking at the product > page, that seems to be the cas

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Brady Smith
A Homer Hilsen is my favorite by far. I’ve wanted one since I first heard of it, long before I realized that it was also the perfect bike for the kind of riding I do. Atlantis is a distant second, followed by Sam Hillborne and Joe Appaloosa. -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Re: FS 59cm black Clementine frame, fork, Tange headset, seatpost and bottom bracket

2020-06-04 Thread Rob H.
Link to photo album: https://www.flickr.com/gp/robhuang/YVVvuJ Bottom bracket instaleld was measured at 111mm by my digital calipers. On Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10:17:06 AM UTC-7, Rob H. wrote: > > If you tried to message me, it's quite possible it got deleted from my > Spam folder. Please res

Re: [RBW] Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread JAS
Hooray for your Clem of Many Colors, Leah! All of the fancy anodized parts look fantastic and congratulations to you for exchanging the handlebars. I'm glad you love your new wheels and that the project turned out so well. Your Clementine will be giving you years of enjoyment. After you'

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Bill Lindsay
Perhaps he pronounces his name: Steh-Vay-Coh-Lay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

[RBW] WTB: Specialties TA Handlebar Bottle Cage

2020-06-04 Thread C.J. Filip
Looking for one of these! Or a classy reproduction. [image: 49793874083_7943049f21_c.jpg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Christopher Cote
That's almost as bad as folks that pronounce Dura Ace like "do rah ach ay"! Chris On Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 1:14:00 PM UTC-4, Steve Cole wrote: > > My vote is for the Simpleone. Too many pronounce it as two words in > English -- simple one -- when in fact the correct pronunciation follows

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Steve Cole
My vote is for the Simpleone. Too many pronounce it as two words in English -- simple one -- when in fact the correct pronunciation follows Italian rules -- seem play oh neigh. When pronounce correctly this way, it is sheer genius of a bicycle name. (sic) Steve Cole Arlington, VA On Wednesda

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Joe Bernard
I gotta give a shoutout to Bleriot. Great name, great headbadge, great spear (that's what Grant told me it's called) through the downtube lettering. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[RBW] Re: small bike frame help & recommendations / (WTB)

2020-06-04 Thread Paul Brodek
[image: 33734226718_67dc7f7e76_c.jpg] So this is kind of a different direction, and I'm not sure how the standover looks, but I was messing around with a Boston-/Terry-design small front wheel Marinoni and could get a 650bx38 in the rear and a 26" Kojak 35 (actual width 32mm on Cronometro whee

[RBW] Re: Pedals

2020-06-04 Thread Paul Brodek
VP Harriers are my favorite wide pedal. They are flat all the way to the crankarm, which some big/wide patform pedals are not. Just sold off a pair of Spank Spike pedals for that reason. Some big/wide platforms put a very large bearing/bushing next to the crankarm, and do away with a protruding

[RBW] Re: Pedals

2020-06-04 Thread Kiley Demond
Doug, I too found that the side I wanted was always facing down (perhaps a switchable plug-in weight that screws in on the opposite side of the one you want to use? Oh, make it magnetic...). The last time I used these pedals was when I fell avoiding a rock (on my Raleigh RX1 cyclocross bike), a

[RBW] Re: Pedals

2020-06-04 Thread Kiley Demond
Thank you for the link. I love all things magnetic and these pedals are very interesting; the clipless pedal twist requires muscle-memory that can be challenging for some. Magnets would allow for a simple lift-off, which the brain already knows. The bio-mechanics inspired pedals are *very* inte

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Mark Roland
Only if you would like to get sued. Anyway, I think they pretty much tapped that vein. Gandolf? Gimli? Aragorn? Sauron? Shadowfax? Galadriel might have been okay for the new Cheviot. * *I did not use Google, or my faded memory. I am half way through the Two Towers with my ten-year old. PS. I wa

[RBW] Re: FS: Early Rivendell Road

2020-06-04 Thread Jason D
Thats a very good point Joseph! Thank you. I definitely do not need to sell the bike for any financial reasons, so I may try a stem swap. I've got the seat all the way down as far as the post will go compared to whats in the photo! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Pedals

2020-06-04 Thread Kiley Demond
My pedal of choice is the Velo Orange Grand Cru Sabot . I gave up clipless (Shimano dualies) because I unclipped on the wrong side one too many times (hemispheric reversal: I *know* which direction, but my brain sends t

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Bill Fulford
Favorites: Atlantis, Gus Boots Willsen, Appaloosa, Hunqapillar. Hard to beat these names. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+u

[RBW] Re: anyone ever try this conversion? 1 1/8" to 1" to accept a quill

2020-06-04 Thread Michael Baquerizo
That's good to know...i'm sure there are safety precautions to consider but anything that's not spec'd out by a bike or parts manufacturer should be regarded that way. I agree re: the blagh posts...and have no experience w the flex in steerer tube problem, not having ever used canti's before. b

Re: [RBW] Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Leah: Nice install. If you want to clean up the appearance of the wires leaving headlight, you might want to try some of this wire bundling stuff: It’s bendy and split down one side. Just cut to length and slip is on. The headlight in the photo, like yours, has two sets of wiring coming out o

[RBW] Re: anyone ever try this conversion? 1 1/8" to 1" to accept a quill

2020-06-04 Thread Christopher Cote
I have not tried it. I've seen pics of that setup a couple of times. Anecdotally, I heard about Surly contacting someone who had posted a pic of a bike set up that way on social media, saying it was not safe. I can't verify that actually happened, so take it with a grain of salt. Two somewhat-

[RBW] Re: small bike frame help & recommendations / (WTB)

2020-06-04 Thread Patch T
Thanks everyone! Technically still searching, lots of help on this thread and in email. I appreciate all the insights and recs! Christopher, that's a beautiful build! Patch BK/NY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Kiley Demond
I like Homer. Don't know about the Hilsen part, I tend to be on a first-name basis with my bikes. I'm not sure why, perhaps because I also like the 'Henry' rifle; or maybe it is just a baseball or Simpsons connection. Just something old-timey day about those names. I like Sam too although I hav

[RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Roberta
It looks extra wonderful. Those silver clamps, compared to zip ties, are so classy. Love the rainbow nipples. Most of all, though, I love that the front dyno is red with an orange light and on the back, you have an orange hub with a red light. So nicely pulled together. I'm especially happy

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Christopher Cote
Atlantis, Bleriot, Romulus, Redwood, Hunqapillar are awesome. I can't get into the proper person type names. Woblis and Gus are just ridiculous. Quickbeam is OK, but starting to get a little corny. I love my Rambouillet, but cringe when saying it to non-bikey people. It sounds so pretentious. C

[RBW] Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread True Golden
Very, very nice indeed!!! I hope it gives you many many miles of riding enjoyment. Its very  cool you finally found a bike shop that can competently work on your bike. Cheers to them. Congrats on getting your bike dialed in to your preferences. Are your boys excited for you? Paul in Dallas  PS Ano

[RBW] Re: small bike frame help & recommendations / (WTB)

2020-06-04 Thread Will Ashe
Bike Insights has a great search function where you can select from many criteria including geometry, tire size, standover, etc. I've searched with some of your criteria and linked the results below. I hope this is helpful to you. https://bikeinsights.com/search?fit.standover_height.max=740&b

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Marc Irwin
Hunqapillar, but I am definitely biased : http://simplecycle-marc.blogspot.com/2010/12/elves-of-rivendell-are-delivering-for.html Marc On Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 10:17:21 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: > > Or, “Let’s Fight About Something On Topic!” > > Let’s hear your most and least fa

Re: [RBW] Re: Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Leah Peterson
Mark - do I really deserve the weight weenie label if I have 2 handlebar bags and front AND rear racks? 😜 I’m starting to think of this bike as the Clem of Many Colors, but Kaleidoscope Klem definitely works, too... Ryan - the reason you feel angst over my bike problems is because I come over

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Austin B.
Favorites: - Hunqapillar - Appaloosa Least Favorites: - Romulus - Roadeo - Roadini - "Hillibike" and related anagram names Maybe they should stay away from names beginning with "R" Austin in MD -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Chris L
There are quite a few RBW bike names I really like and a few I really dislike. Maybe due to the fact that I came on board with RBW in 2011 when there was already a long line of past bikes with established names, I like most of those names. They just seem right. I'm not a fan of bikes name

Re: [RBW] Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
Leah, Feel all is right bicycling wise in the SW now. Somehow I feel more angst over your bike issues than my own. On a side note you could have afforded your own personal Anniversary Butterflied Mixte Custom with the ultimate Rivendell Name by now. Happy night riding! It is a special worl

Re: [RBW] Next Level Clementine

2020-06-04 Thread Doug Hansford
Leah, That ‘tricked out’ Clem is fantastic. The sum of the parts equals stylish delight. I think making a non-custom bike yours creates a custom bike! There are other Clems but that one is yours and there are none like it. Congrats on your persistence and for sharing the results. I like it! Doug

Re: [RBW] Re: Needed to buy a Suntour Rear Long Cage Derailleur quickly

2020-06-04 Thread Joel Stern
Nathan, I may let the shop just put a new Shimano on it. It will be the quickest for me to get riding. On Thu, Jun 4, 2020 at 3:17 AM Nathan Phipps wrote: > From a pending spring cleaning FS post: > >- SunTour cyclone mk ii front derailleur - $25 >- Suntour ARX front derailleur - $10 >

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread Mark Roland
One would be: https://youtu.be/D89GXGKD2I8 Another would be Roadini. Which always makes me think of Houdini. Which makes me think magic. But I don't think I would actually want a Roadini. Though if someone gave me one I would take it. All the names are interesting and fun. Much more so than CA

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-04 Thread EricP
Maybe Bleriot for me. Or Protovelo. Although having one on order, the name Clem Smith Jr. will probably become the favorite. It does have my favorite decals and headbadge. Strange, never have thought about liking or not liking the name Sam Hillborne even though that's the bike that's stuck with

Re: [RBW] Re: two rivendells for sale

2020-06-04 Thread Robert Blunt
Hi. I am looking to see the whole bike. But if nothing happens I will be in touch. --Rob On Wed, Jun 3, 2020, 9:02 PM Michael Baquerizo wrote: > If that wheelset is up for grabs i'd be interested in hearing what you'd > want for it. > > Thanks > > On Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 7:38:21 PM UTC-4, Ro

[RBW] Re: FS: Early Rivendell Road

2020-06-04 Thread Joseph Tousignant
Hi, a 54 cm frame is already pretty small, but adding a shorter stem will make it feel like a 52 cm at least. If you like the bike otherwise, I'd keep it for the history and early shorter chain stay specs & fitting narrower tires from what I can see. On Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 5:24:46 P

[RBW] Re: Needed to buy a Suntour Rear Long Cage Derailleur quickly

2020-06-04 Thread Nathan Phipps
>From a pending spring cleaning FS post: - SunTour cyclone mk ii front derailleur - $25 - Suntour ARX front derailleur - $10 - Suntour ARX rear derailleur - $10 I can send photos offline. On Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 1:44:53 PM UTC-4, Joel Stern wrote: > > anyone have anything, NOS

Re: [RBW] Re: two rivendells for sale

2020-06-04 Thread Robert Blunt
Dont know my pbh. I used to know but can't remember. If it helps, I am 5'9" with about a 30" inseam. I am using tubes currently. Not sure on the spoke count. Will have to look. On Wed, Jun 3, 2020, 1:54 PM greenteadrinkers wrote: > Regarding the wheel set, what are the spoke counts? Also, are yo

Re: [RBW] Re: two rivendells for sale

2020-06-04 Thread Robert Blunt
Sell not see. Autocorrect slays me. On Wed, Jun 3, 2020, 9:09 PM Robert Blunt wrote: > Hi. I am looking to see the whole bike. But if nothing happens I will be > in touch. > --Rob > > On Wed, Jun 3, 2020, 9:02 PM Michael Baquerizo > wrote: > >> If that wheelset is up for grabs i'd be interested

[RBW] WTB: *Grey* Sackville SaddleSack XSmall Size

2020-06-04 Thread Paul B
Realize this is super specific: I'm looking to buy an *Grey XSmall Saddlesack *for my wife's new Clem when it arrives, because she doesn't like any other color and I love her! ❤️ No other colors please except maybe black or dark blue (did they ever even make black?). Message me if you've on

[RBW] WTB: Porteur Bag and/or Front Basket Bag (Swift Sugarloaf)

2020-06-04 Thread Gustavo Vasquez
WTB: Porteur Bag and/or Front Basket Bag (Swift Sugarloaf) Anyone have any bags like this for sale? Feel free to message me directly to not clog up the threads, Thanks ya'll! vasqu...@gmail.com Gustavo Santa Rosa, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

Re: [RBW] Re: two rivendells for sale

2020-06-04 Thread Robert Blunt
Actually found an old fit sheet. Pbh is 79.1. On Wed, Jun 3, 2020, 2:29 PM Robert Blunt wrote: > Dont know my pbh. I used to know but can't remember. If it helps, I am > 5'9" with about a 30" inseam. I am using tubes currently. Not sure on the > spoke count. Will have to look. > > On Wed, Jun 3,

[RBW] Re: Roadini - 650b on bigger sizes?

2020-06-04 Thread Zack Medow
GP would probably say that they have loads of bikes like that. More mounts = weight = any of their touring oriented models. But if you’re referring to cheaper tig welded models, then yes I definitely agree. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne