[RBW] Re: "Rivendell Custom"

I was aware that Grant was scaling back on customs when I asked if I could get a replacement frame. I do consider myself lucky to be able to get something to replace the custom I lost. I'm not sure the tap is actually "turned off". I have seen several customs mentioned in the weekly email newsl

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

Deacon! I have missed you around these parts. Boiled Socks!! Yes. We need more of this. Welcome back, Sir. On Monday, September 16, 2024 at 6:39:17 PM UTC-5 ericf3 wrote: > >> On the clothing tab, it says this (my emphasis): > > > We want our riders to look as elegant and stylish as their bike

[RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

Andy, that’s a beautiful piece of writing unto itself. Came home to this article today, after taking my new2me Appaloosa out for a quick 10 miles after dinner. Such a great ride. Such a great read. After reading it I am sure that the most controversial and grating thing about Grant to most pe

[RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

I met Grant at InterBike after opening our dealership of Bridgestone with our outside rep, Chris Watson. He was quiet but proud of the line and executing what he believed. He offered jellybeans from his pocket which I

[RBW] ISO: Roaduno 51cm complete mustard

Anyone know of any dealers in CONUS who may have a complete 51cm Roaduno, preferrably in mustard? Thanks in advance Riv fam! -- 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

[RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

A lovely article that I think really gets the gist of Rivendell and Grant. I love the connection to Yvon Chouinard, as I think of Grant as the Yvon of the bicycle realm. I do wish that there was less "dogma" in the Rivendell world - I love Riv and love to ride slow on heavy steel bikes with bask

[RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

Thanks so much for sharing that article. Loved the writing. Tom in Alexandria, VA On Monday, September 16, 2024 at 10:29:21 AM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: > It’s about Grant, Rivendell, philosophies, …. > > You can read one New Yorker article for free. > > https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2024/09/23

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

> > > On the clothing tab, it says this (my emphasis): We want our riders to look as elegant and stylish as their bikes. Our clothes combine the ultimate in performance with an understated look. Our jerseys are simple and elegant. *Our knickers *are performance cycling wear that disappear when yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

A few(?) years ago they became available - last run? My wonderful daughters got me a pair. They are really nice & I wear them often. Surprised they do not still offer them.Sent from my iPhoneOn Sep 16, 2024, at 4:40 PM, Igor wrote:Resurrecting this old discussion. RH has never restocked. I've ema

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

My RH pair still sees a fait amount of use, but I have also been seriously considering the knickers made (to order, I believe?) by RSA Sun Bags, from Japan: http://sunbagsshop.shop-pro.jp/?mode=cate&cbid=2455312&csid=0&sort=n Three variants, the "740" in 30% wool / 70% polyester, the "tweed" in 7

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Tinder? Not really, but close.

This person on another post is looking to sell his: https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/l64aN2WCUW0 On Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:40:08 AM UTC-7 drewfi...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey Brody, > > Looks like Bikeinsights has the chainstay and top tube on the Homer a > little longer,

[RBW] Re: FS: Hilsen Frameset 61.5cm

This person on another post is looking for a homer in 61.5 Rivendell Tinder? Not really, but close. (google.com) On Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 8:30:52 AM UTC-7 Reid Echols wrote: > Hi folks, > > I'm thinking I'd like to size up on

[RBW] Re: FS: Roaduno wheelset with Phil Wood hub

Phil rear sold. Sora/Cliffhanger front wheel still available for $65 picked up or $105 shipped. Thanks! On Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 10:56:51 AM UTC-7 CMR wrote: > 120mm rear but Phil has spacers for 130mm. I am using hardware store > spacers for 130mm without a problem. Both are wheels a

Re: [RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

Just read and relished this article, including the shout-out to Leah, aka Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! May readers will find their way to more happiness aboard these wonderful bicycles. Thank you, Grant, for what you and all the friendly folk at RBW make and do, celebrate and share. Tom (happil

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

I would like to know as well. And I have been unable to figure out how to ask... On Mon, Sept 16, 2024, 13:40 Igor wrote: > Resurrecting this old discussion. RH has never restocked. I've emailed > Jitensha to find out if those are still available.. Any new findings? > > On Monday, March 2, 2020

[RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

Resurrecting this old discussion. RH has never restocked. I've emailed Jitensha to find out if those are still available.. Any new findings? On Monday, March 2, 2020 at 7:19:02 PM UTC-5 Ron Mc wrote: > > I managed over a few yearsto find two other knicker brands both on > closeout that I like,

Re: [RBW] Re: For the N+1 group

I'm heading the other direction. I want one bike that has all the things the way I like them and one bike I can focus my attention and accessories on. When COVID started I had 6 bikes and 0 Rivendell's. I found a Hunqapillar from a friend here on the group and now have it and another bike. Soon

Re: [RBW] Re: For the N+1 group

If my last SS iteration of 3 PX10s went walkabout (like the previous 2), I would absolutely get a RoadUno as a single-speed suitable for my creaky knees. Id swap for an 18 or 19 WI freewheel, probably run one chainring, go for an S83 seat post ; maybe someone will trade for my 27.2 one from my

Re: [RBW] Re: For the N+1 group

The concept with the builder was to design something akin to a bombadil/hunqapillar in fit and setup - but slightly more randonneur (or constructeur porteur) in lightweight construction and geometry ALA lightning bolt (Jan's mule) I liked how my romancer rode most of the time, just don't want d

Re: [RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

This is a very good article. I am more than willing to deprecate New Yorker articles as dreary "preciousity" -- twee preciousness about trivialities (not all; they often do good in-depth reporting; same opinion about the NYT) -- but Wiener captured the values and the person. As to the person, I can

Re: [RBW] Re: 43mm-46mm 650b Tire Options.

Challenge makes the Strada Bianca and the Gravel Grinder in a labeled 46mm. Unsure how they actually measure, though I'm hoping to give the Strada Biancas a go soon. I think Pirelli has a couple gravel-focused options in this range as well. On Friday, September 13, 2024 at 1:31:35 PM UTC-5 rmro

Re: [RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

I enjoyed these quotes: "It was by far the longest, heaviest bicycle I had ever been on, and it moved with a surprising grace." "...we crossed into the hills and started up a paved, curving road, toward the trail. The ground was littered with sardines..." Andy On Monday, September 16, 202

Re: [RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

Also a nice mention of BBDD, and the Platypi which she was too modest to mention...and I agree with Leah; it was very well-written. On Monday, September 16, 2024 at 12:49:36 PM UTC-5 Richard Rose wrote: > Great read. Sadly I currently have a bad cold & it’s a lovely day. So I am > just sittin

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB : 36 Hole Dynamo Hub (Silver)

Here's a Shimano disc dynamo for $43 . I have a centerlock disc dynamo hub on a bike with rim brakes, no issues. Will On Monday, September 16, 2024 at 10:20:45 AM UTC-4 Mich

Re: [RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

Great read. Sadly I currently have a bad cold & it’s a lovely day. So I am just sitting here - enjoying the veritable bird paradise that is our property, wishing I was riding my bike. Maybe tomorrow.:)Sent from my iPhoneOn Sep 16, 2024, at 1:19 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:The writer made s

Re: [RBW] Re: For the N+1 group

Will this be essentially a lighter-weight, more nimble version of the Clem? I'll be very interested to see the final result. On Mon, Sep 16, 2024 at 11:30 AM Mackenzy Albright < mackenzy.albri...@gmail.com> wrote: > ... +1 (ideally my last bike itch to scratch) is a custom via a builder in > mo

Re: [RBW] Re: For the N+1 group

N+1 is a difficult one. My main limitations are realistically space to store given cost of renting a place in Vancouver that can accommodate a large number of bikes for better or worse. I struggled in the past building up different types of bikes in various configurations and was never really

[RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

The writer made such gorgeous language out of it. Favorite quotes: “But I felt, instead, a very adult sense of longing—as if I had just glimpsed, at a deeply inconvenient time, a new and appealing way to live.” “Rivendell’s employees object to descriptions of the company’s following as cultlike

[RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

Can confirm the Riv to birding pipeline is real On Monday, September 16, 2024 at 11:32:24 AM UTC-4 ben.r...@gmail.com wrote: > dan!g you beat me to posting this! its a good read and as a " mid 30s > tattooed skater who rides in cut off dickies and vans" I was a little > triggered to learn that

[RBW] Re: Slipping on swept back handlebars

Nitto (and Kalloy) 25.4mm dirt drop stems have worked fine for me with my 25.4mm Tosco and Albatross bars. On Friday, September 13, 2024 at 2:54:58 PM UTC-7 Garth wrote: > Nitto Technomic single bolt designs were never intended to use with such > bars, it's just a matter of leverage, a long lev

[RBW] “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

It’s about Grant, Rivendell, philosophies, …. You can read one New Yorker article for free. https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2024/09/23/the-art-of-taking-it-slow -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB : 36 Hole Dynamo Hub (Silver)

ahhh thats a nice little discount over the Shimano for a couple ounces penalty. Thanks for the heads up! On Mon, Sep 16, 2024 at 9:56 AM Justin Kennedy wrote: > Hi Michael, > > If you're looking for something a little more affordable than the Shinamo, > I would recommend and have had good experi

[RBW] Re: WTB : 36 Hole Dynamo Hub (Silver)

Hi Michael, If you're looking for something a little more affordable than the Shinamo, I would recommend and have had good experiences with the Panasonic dynamo hubs. $60 from Peter White here: https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/panahub.php On Monday, September 16, 2024 at 8:52:55 AM UTC-4 Micha

[RBW] WTB : 36 Hole Dynamo Hub (Silver)

Hi All Before I pull the trigger on a Shimano DH 3N72 I wanted to see if someone has the same or better for less than the $90 this one will cost me. Trying to update a stock Clem wheel with a dynamo for convenience. Thanks in advance and keep in mind I won't be answering DMs from people with

Re: [RBW] 53cm Bridgestone RB-T $325 plus shipping

Sold. David Hays > On Sep 15, 2024, at 8:47 PM, Eric Marth wrote: > > Wow, great price on a cult-ish RB-T! I had one that was a size up and it was > too small for me. > > Haven't checked yet but if you haven't cross-posted to iBoB I'd recommend it. > Surprised it hasn't sold yet! > > On Sa