[RBW] Re: Thinking of getting A Homer- does it feel quick?

I don't know about the new design, but I've had a Waterford Homer since 2011 or there about. I love the smooth, comfy ride, and it's plenty quick enough. Not fast like my old Masi or my custom Terraferma, but plenty fast enough, especially with Rene Herse Tires. The Homer is more comfortable and

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO: Riv 50/52 Step Through (Platypus, Clem L, Cheviot)

Thanks for the heads up. I've been riding on a bit too big for me XO-3 with an 80CM stem so will try it out at first. I'm also tempted to try one of the other sweptback models but will try out the Toscos first. On Monday, March 28, 2022 at 8:33:12 AM UTC-7 Johnny Alien wrote: > I am in the 80-

Re: [RBW] Re: Need Help Finding Handlebar Tape

Thanks! –Eric N > On Mar 29, 2022, at 8:03 PM, Hopalong Cassidy wrote: > > Hi Eric, > > BTP appears to have some similar stitched synthetic leather bartape. I am not > sure if there is an exact color match, but there are a couple similar > options. > > Good luck on your search! > > Luk

[RBW] Re: Need Help Finding Handlebar Tape

Hi Eric, BTP appears to have some similar stitched synthetic leather bartape . I am not sure if there is an exact color match, but there are a couple similar options. Good luck on your search! Lukas On Tues

[RBW] Re: Clem L in a Cherry Blossom Dream

Both bike and cherry blossoms are beautiful Thanks for sharing. Roberta On Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 4:09:59 PM UTC-4 Emily Guise wrote: > The annual blooming of the cherry blossoms in Waterfront Park reached > their peak last week in Portland, and I was able to catch them on a > gorgeous

[RBW] Re: Thinking of getting A Homer- does it feel quick?

Graham, I believe you said elsewhere that you're looking for one of the older Homers. I got a 2011 Homer about 6 months ago. My first Riv. It's fantastic. I put 38 mm Soma Shikoro tires on it -- may try 44s when they wear out -- and use it for my commute (with a rear rack and panniers) in

[RBW] Nashville bike purchase assistance please

Hi Rivfolk! I need to buy a bike located in Nashville, but I’m in New York.. Anyone in or around Nashville willing to lend some time in trade for something like goods or money? Or maybe you know a decent shop to get the bike packed up at? Maybe you wouldn’t mind holding a big beautiful creamsicl

[RBW] WTB Single Speed Wheelset for Quickbeam

Anyone have a wheelset for a single speed setup with a nice MUSA hub and rims to fit 38mm+ tires? Email me off list! Thanks! -- 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, s

Re: [RBW] Clem L in a Cherry Blossom Dream

Further and further from topic, but indulge me, it might add a bit of spice to your dull lives: I had to sell the upscale Sprite, and was propositioned by several brothers of my father's secretary, a statuesque, yough ex-Punjabi Sikh woman whom I knew because she always intercepted my phone calls t

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

I replied to your other thread asking about a zippy bike and gave my full endorsement to the Homer. I just love riding that bike. For around town though, when it's an on/off/on/off/stop at light/start/stop...oh, pothole, I much prefer my Platy. I built it up light-sh with great tires, rims,

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver 38/24 Crankset, Billie Bar, 650B Wheelset, and more

V Brake set is sold. If someone wants those derailers as a set I can also throw in the trigger shifter that will index with that RD if you want. On Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 5:07:29 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > The wheelset is gone. Here is an updated list. Help me clear out my stash. > > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver 38/24 Crankset, Billie Bar, 650B Wheelset, and more

The wheelset is gone. Here is an updated list. Help me clear out my stash. 1. *Tektro Quartz V Brake Set* - These are brand new and pulled from my new Clem. They are labelled as "Quartz" and they are silver and nice. I only pulled them because I had some new Deores I wanted to try out.

Re: [RBW] Front Range Riv Riders? Atlantis curious in Boulder

Mark- You're probably correct on your insights! I received a helpful reply from Bill although I missed out on his bike while deliberating, and agree with your assessment of setting the bike up similarly to James which is also pretty much the direction Johnny's response was taking me. Lance and

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

Hands down, IMO, get a Platypus! Honestly SO good for riding around town, it's super comfortable and stable. Climbs like a dream, fast on the flats to speed through those yellow lights, easy step through frame for hopping on and off. Looks gorgeous and you will receive many compliments, but it

Re: [RBW] Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

S-1 = Spouse-1? On Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 1:36:35 PM UTC-6 Jim Bronson wrote: > wow that 68 Rambouillet for $600. Unfortunately N+1 would probably equal > S-1 for me so I'm not going to pull the trigger on it. > > Jim > Leander, TX > > On Tue, Mar 29, 2022 at 12:44 PM Matthew Williams > w

Re: [RBW] Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

wow that 68 Rambouillet for $600. Unfortunately N+1 would probably equal S-1 for me so I'm not going to pull the trigger on it. Jim Leander, TX On Tue, Mar 29, 2022 at 12:44 PM Matthew Williams < matthewwilliamsdes...@gmail.com> wrote: > Quickbeam: 62cm > 1800 > Jersey Shore, NJ > > https://jer

[RBW] Re: FS: Deore rear hub - new in box

Sold On Saturday, September 11, 2021 at 10:34:05 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > Price dropped to $25. > > > On Friday, May 21, 2021 at 10:10:25 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > >> Deore rear cassette hub, 10 speed, 36 hole, FH-M6000, 135mm, includes >> black skewer. Rim or disc brake. I bought it under the

Re: [RBW] Acorn bags-tan rear, black H-bag

yes it is On Tue, Mar 29, 2022 at 2:21 PM Matthew Williams < matthewwilliamsdes...@gmail.com> wrote: > Hi Mike, > > Is the black bag still available? > > > > > On Mar 4, 2022, at 12:23 PM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > > > (3) older obsolete tan color rear bag. excellent condition. one main > comp

Re: [RBW] Acorn bags-tan rear, black H-bag

Hi Mike, Is the black bag still available? On Mar 4, 2022, at 12:23 PM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > (3) older obsolete tan color rear bag. excellent condition. one main > compartment plus 2 smaller (tube size) compartments in back...$70 shipped each > > (1) older black front Handle bag bag

[RBW] Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Quickbeam: 62cm 1800 Jersey Shore, NJ https://jerseyshore.craigslist.org/bik/d/allenhurst-rivendell-quickbeam/7459831181.html Sam Hillborne F/F/HS: 62cm 1600 Stroudsburg, PA https://www.ebay.com/itm/255444602628 Sam Hillborne F/F/HS: 48cm 659 / 1500 reserve Long Beach, CA https://www.ebay.com/it

Re: [RBW] Bags and Parts

Updated List For Sale: —used Swift Industries Zeitgeist (olive XPAC VX21), $175 shipped —new large Swift Industries Ozette V2, now called Merlin, (black XPAC VX21), and VO decaleur (not installed), $225 shipped —new Swift Industries Sugarloaf basket bag (natural XPAC X10), make an offer —new B

Re: [RBW] Bags and Parts

Thanks, Eric. On Mon, Mar 28, 2022 at 5:55 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Try this: > > https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0XJtdOXm88TUBJ > > --Eric Norris > campyonly...@me.com > Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy > YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > > O

Re: [RBW] Re: Beausage

I was SO hoping Pam would chime in here. I love that post about her Betty Foy. What are we at for miles now, Pam? I bet you’re close to 65,000. I should get an odometer on my bike - I know how many miles I ride per month and year (Apple Watch) but I don’t track the miles according to which bicy

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Grinder Question

Blade grinders are totally fine for drip coffee. I'm not sure you'd notice a difference there. If you're making espresso, the burr grinder is a must. I have to say, for crusty bike tinkerers, Baratza is right in our wheelhouse. All the parts and instructions are online. I've had mine apart

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

Having a proto Gallop (designed to be a zippier road bike) and now a Clem (designed to be a do all modern mountain bike) I can say that the overall opinion that the Clem is not as sprite as other models comes down to builds more than frame. I can easily say that if I threw heavier commuter tires

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

Graham, I live in Pittsburgh, PA and if your travels take you anywhere near...say somewhere between CLE and IAD, I'd bring you my 60 Sam to ride. I also have a MUSA 62 Atlantis that's set up as a tourer if you'd like to try it. I use the Sam very much like you plan to do and love the ride. I'