[RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

I've been looking at the Simworks Obento rack, also made by Nitto. Theoretically available in silver or black but rare right now. Here's a picture of one with Wald basket: https://thepsychicderailleur.com/product/sim-works-obento-rack/ (He has them in black) More svelte and about $100 les

[RBW] ISO-WTB 90's XTR derailleurs.

Yes it's me again. Looking for M9xx series front and rear derailleurs. If you don't know this the early gen XTR. So m950/51 are 1st gen XTR. If you have one or both sitting in your parts crate with no plans to use shoot me a DM. Best Regards, Hugh -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

Hi - Sorry. I don't have a basket rack to sell. But I have bought two, and have used them for two years now. I recommend the Nitto basket rack sold by Riv very highly. The addition of the Captain Hook basket net (and potentially a basket as well) makes the rack much more useful. I will admit t

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa drive train guidance

Michael - I already have a 24 tooth front chainring (as part of double) so don't think it can go any lower. Joe and Nick - Thanks! Based on the clearance, I also suspected that I would need an extender for the derailer hanger. Looking for others comments on impact of going from 9 to 10 speed.

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

Hugh, The Clipper crank is the non-Silver brand that Rivendell sells. It's arms are made in the same factory is Sugino. The Clipper wide/low is a great choice for fairly flat riding where you *may* need to climb now and then...the 26t granny gear a life saver on some hills around where I live,

[RBW] Re: Soma Fab 15% Off Everything Ends Today

They just (5:24 pm PST on Monday) sent out this message: *SALE EXTENDED till Tuesday, because we set the promo code incorrectly.Our apologies.Please use Promo Code "siskiyou15" for discount.* Lower case was used in this email. And, If you support Russ at "Path Less Pedaled" via Patreon you'll g

Re: [RBW] Re: I singleized my Clem

Very nice, and + 1 or 2 or 1,000 or more for singlespeed and fixed drivetrains. During the 6 years or so that I've owned my Chauncey Matthews "road bike for dirt" -- AKA Matthews 1:1 -- I've often been tempted to change the very -- O so very! -- carefully arranged 42/28 X 13-25 10 sp drivetrain fo

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa drive train guidance

What about a smaller chainring? I have a 32 tooth WolfTooth on my Appaloosa. On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 6:26:52 PM UTC-4 Nick Payne wrote: > I used a Goatlink (https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/products/goatlink) > when using a GRX 810 RD (rated for 34t cassette) with an 11-42 cassette a

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

On Mon, Oct 11, 2021, 1:49 PM Ben Mihovk wrote: > Here's my Atlantis in its second home, my classroom! It's a 2019 MIT frame > that I purchased with a very standard build up from Rivendell about a year > ago. Ben, Great looking Atlantis. > >- 59cm >- Choco bars with an amateurishly wr

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

On Mon, Oct 11, 2021, 7:08 AM Steve Cole wrote: > Hugh, > > I appreciate this thread very much and your follow up questions. I've > attached photos in partial response. To start: > Steve, glad you like the thread. The responses have been great and an inspiration. I love who folks really person

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa drive train guidance

I used a Goatlink (https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/products/goatlink) when using a GRX 810 RD (rated for 34t cassette) with an 11-42 cassette and two chainrings up front. But you need a shadow RD for that to work, which yours isn't. Nick -- You received this message because you are subscr

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

Joe, See the link on my first post about them, it has the specs. https://pelagobicycles.com/commuter-front-rack/ On Mon, Oct 11, 2021 at 3:53 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Does anyone know the approximate weight differences between the racks > mentioned? I'm personally not a big fan of huge racks f

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

Does anyone know the approximate weight differences between the racks mentioned? I'm personally not a big fan of huge racks flopping around at the front of my bike, me-thinks this would be good information for the OP. Joe Bernard On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 12:39:32 PM UTC-7 Lucky wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

The Pelago can easily support that basket. I’ve also owned that VO rack and my opinion is the Pelago is thicker and less refined in appearance, although not crudely made. It has more options for mounting “feet”. The VO is a pretty rack, I ran mine without the rail. > On Oct 11, 2021, at 12:36,

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa drive train guidance

Hi Kushan, You're likely going to need this doohickey which drops the derailer down a bit to clear the 42t, that Deore is rated to 36t (or 34 but works with 36) and getting it to climb 6 more teeth is a tall order. And a 10-speed chain, your 9-er won't fit between the narrower 10-speed cogs and

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

DRW - thank you for the recommendation - those are beautiful, indeed. Contemplating. On the Pelago - also checking out that option, thank you for recommending it! I should have also mentioned that I want to be able to support a Wald 137... Mike, thank you for sharing the Velo Orange - it's ver

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

DRW - thank you for the recommendation - those are beautiful, indeed. Contemplating. On the Pelago - also checking out that option, thank you for recommending it! I should have also mentioned that I want to be able to support a Wald 137... Mike, thank you for sharing the Velo Orange - it's ver

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

Northwest Bicycles sells several versions and sized of of the Pelago Commuter racks. In silver and black. Aluminum and stainless steal. https://northwestbicycle.com/pages/search-results-page?q=pelago On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 11:33:46 AM UTC-7 Mike Godwin wrote: > I have one of these tha

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

I have one of these that is collecting dust in my interior space, a VO porteur rack with the fence piece Velo Orange Porteur Rack (velo-orange.com) Mike SLO CA On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 11:25:08 AM UTC-7 Lucky wrote: > I

[RBW] Re: I singleized my Clem

Need to see that Puegeot! My knees are also letting me know that I'm over 65 now, so I tend to err on the low side gear-wise. (And I lived in central Illinois for a while so I know the prairie headwinds) The trail I ride inclines slightly (2%?) for 20 miles in both directions toward it's summit

[RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

Has anyone seen a Pelago rack in the wild? They come in three widths made from stainless or aluminum. The medium size seems like a good compromise between a full-sized pass-and-stow and a small bag-support type rack. In Europe they have lowrider mounts for them, even. https://pelagobicycle

[RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

I didnt realize those racks were so expensive. For another 10$ you could get a pass and stow rack that I think is a better design and made by a nice guy in CA. On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 7:43:10 AM UTC-7 sof...@gmail.com wrote: > (Oops I think I just replied to Leah so trying this again...l

[RBW] Re: I singleized my Clem

I like it !My SS Peugeot circa 1973-74 PX-10 is 36 X 20 - WI SS freewheel on wheels built with 36 hole Campy SR hubs. That does seem under geared especially with a tailwind , but into a headwind, which on the prairies we most certainly have, the gearing doesn't stress my 69-year-old knees. Nic

Re: [RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

Getting the feet wet in Little Pipe Creek before the water gets too cold. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51550121489_2b11b48b3e_b.jpg";> John G Union Bridge, MD On Friday, October 1, 2021 at 5:52:47 PM UTC-4 Paul Richardson wrote: > chris: yes i was referring to your photo! thanks for i

[RBW] Longshot WTB: Nitto "Longboy" Rear Rack

Hey folks, This is a longshot as WTB posts go but I've had pretty good success before on the lists before so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm find myself wanting to put a rear rack on my 59cm Clem. In the past it's worn my standard Nitto Big Back Rack (33R) but that rack is currently on my LHT

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Technomic Deluxe/Pearl 80mm 26.0

Howdy all. I am in the midst of a reconfiguration of my Legolas. I am currently looking for an 80mm Technomic Deluxe or Pearl Stem ( or Dia Compe ENE/ Soma) that is 80mm, with 26.0 bar size. I don't need the extra length of the Technonic for this build. Thanks! Brian Campbell Berwyn, PA --

[RBW] Re: Soma Fab 15% Off Everything Ends Today

Wow thank you, Paul! (goes shopping...) On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 9:55:27 AM UTC-4 pbsm...@gmail.com wrote: > I have one of the Cardiff saddles but with minor use and no useful Brooks > comparison. Mine wasn't quite assembled right and I had to bend one of the > parts into place. The light

[RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

(Oops I think I just replied to Leah so trying this again...lol). Doug thank you for inquiring, and Leah, thank you for looking out for me! This is the rack that I'm coveting (sold out everywhere): https://www.rivbike.com/collections/racks/products/a7s5klhjwe-oith-lk5465a But I'm open to conside

[RBW] Re: Soma Fab 15% Off Everything Ends Today

I have one of the Cardiff saddles but with minor use and no useful Brooks comparison. Mine wasn't quite assembled right and I had to bend one of the parts into place. The light brown is a nice honey color. I still haven't found the saddle "for me" so it's a out as good as any other I've tried.

[RBW] Re: Rivendell "Keven's Bike" build

The handlebars are somewhere around 4 to 6 inches above the saddle. I originally had a dirt drop stem on it, but then the bars were way too high and too close. Laing On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 9:41:48 AM UTC-4 Doug H. wrote: > Laing, > Sweet looking bike! How high above the saddle are thos

[RBW] Re: Rivendell "Keven's Bike" build

Laing, Sweet looking bike! How high above the saddle are those handlebars?!? I'd call that a custom swoopy mixte and the orange cables and rack look so good with the frame color. Doug Athens, GA On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 9:23:27 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > More pictures > [image: IMG_0490.J

[RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

Here's my Atlantis in its second home, my classroom! It's a 2019 MIT frame that I purchased with a very standard build up from Rivendell about a year ago. 59cm Choco bars with shellac'd cork grips and amateurishly wrapped and twined by me Microshift thumbies in the flipped Riv style working a D

[RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

In case Sofiya doesn’t see this for a bit, I think she wants the Nitto Basket Rack for the front end of her new Platypus. We were chatting the IG DMs, so I’m in the know! Someone please sell her one 😁 On Sunday, October 10, 2021 at 9:55:58 PM UTC-7 dougP wrote: > What model are you wanting? Fr

[RBW] Leather Saddles Comparison

I posed this question in the Soma 15% off thread but thought it wouldn't be seen there so I'll create a new thread. The Brooks B17 seems to be the standard for leather saddles and I've happily used them for years. I noticed Soma sells the Cardiff Harlech leather saddle at a lower price point as

[RBW] Re: Soma Fab 15% Off Everything Ends Today

I was looking at the saddles that Soma offers and saw the Cardiff Harlech leather saddle. Does anyone here have experience with these especially in comparison with a Brooks saddle? Doug On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 9:00:59 AM UTC-4 Doug H. wrote: > Good to know! Thanks Paul. > Doug > Athens,

[RBW] Re: Soma Fab 15% Off Everything Ends Today

Good to know! Thanks Paul. Doug Athens, GA On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 8:23:55 AM UTC-4 Paul Brodek wrote: > Meant to forward this info when it first hit, but forgot. No affilliation. > > Soma's got 15% off everything in-store, ends today. > > http://secure.campaigner.com/csb/Public/show/4rbx-

[RBW] Soma Fab 15% Off Everything Ends Today

Meant to forward this info when it first hit, but forgot. No affilliation. Soma's got 15% off everything in-store, ends today. http://secure.campaigner.com/csb/Public/show/4rbx-2gdgh4--wkx7s-1r2oa6i8 "Sale Ends 10/11/21 Must use Promo Code "siskiyou15" for discount." I was waiting/hoping for

[RBW] Re: Fenders for bikes with big tires

On Monday, 11 October 2021 at 6:54:09 am UTC+11 Nick Payne wrote: > On Sunday, 10 October 2021 at 5:55:01 am UTC+11 brizbarn wrote: > >> Hey Nick, great looking bike. It looks like you are maxed out on width >> for the front fender, or is there a little more room to spare? Are your >> fenders