I believe that is C.S.Lewis and his big brother "Warnie".
On Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 5:39:34 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:
> This series of novels is not meant for small children, but older children
> certainly can read them and enjoy them, and while bicycles are not the
> theme, at least one
You can now purchase tubeless compatible marathons, but they’re designed to
maximize durability above all other considerations. The sidewalks don’t have a
lot of flex and I think you’ll find them a bit harsher than your Gravelkings. I
haven’t ridden Marathons in years, but I can say that mine we
Kim,
As a senior owner of a blue 52 Clem that I have had some trouble getting
dialed in, I would be interested in what tires you are running on yours.
David
On Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 6:44:10 PM UTC-5 krhe...@gmail.com wrote:
> About three years ago, I was on the hunt for an upright rid
I’m not wild about threaded steerers so the only reason I got involved was an
unbuilt Gus frame came up for sale. Now I’m completely addicted to the high
stack height and long chainstays. I’ve since purchased a second Gus frame and
am in the process of a leisurely but deliberate build.
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Sold
On Friday, July 4, 2025 at 6:08:24 PM UTC-7 David P wrote:
> Selling a pair of 700 x 40c Panaracer Gravelking Slick tires. They were
> mounted with tubes and have about 5 miles on them. I did not like how
> tight the bead was and the amount of effort it took to mount t
Sold
On Friday, July 4, 2025 at 6:08:24 PM UTC-7 David P wrote:
> Selling a pair of 700 x 40c Panaracer Gravelking Slick tires. They were
> mounted with tubes and have about 5 miles on them. I did not like how
> tight the bead was and the amount of effort it took to mount t
50b
> wheels? I can go measure my (XL) Gus if that'd be helpful, although it
> sounds like 425mm is confirmed.
>
> Le jeu. 17 juil. 2025 à 7:41 PM, David Ross a
> écrit :
>
>> Yes, as measured to the top of the crown. Strange because I’ve seen Gus
>> forks referen
Yes, as measured to the top of the crown. Strange because I’ve seen Gus
forks referenced at 399mm in many places. That said, you’re not going to
fit a 29x2.6 tire on a 399 AC fork.
On Thu, Jul 17, 2025 at 10:39 PM Paul M wrote:
> Looks like 425mm axle to crown length.
>
> On Thursday, 17 July 20
I would pay $1800 for a hard-to-find steel framed bike with no dents. Steel
bikes that are well cared for have an indefinite lifespan. The other things
that keeps Riv prices up is that there aren’t a lot of similar bicycles. I love
my Gus with its 550mm chainstays. The frame is no longer made an
still 55cm Periwinkles COMPLETES!
>>>>> Now sure, a bare frame is ideal, but a Riv complete is still super fun
>>>>> place to start off. Quick rapid fire conversation ensues: "Are you sure
>>>>> this is the right bike for me? What about the Roadini?
We are going to try and get a 50cm Periwinkle frame for my wife.
On Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 7:16:34 AM UTC-7 lucia@gmail.com wrote:
> Whoo Hoo for those of you gunning for a platy!
> The lime olive color is stunning and the periwinkle is also a head turner.
> I love this description by Riv:
Agree with the Hilsen recommendation. The Platypus is a fine bike but it
does not offer a substantially different ride experience from the Clem in
the grand scheme of things. Plus, the Hilsen/Hillborne are more adaptable
and versatile. You can transform the Hilsen into a zippy road bike or
stab
Kevin, I'm interested in the saddlebag and send you a DM. Please let me
know if you didn't receive it.
On Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:22:06 PM UTC-7 Kevin D norcal - santa rosa
wrote:
> Burrito bag now gone. Nice Med saddlebag remains avail
>
> On Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:04:06 PM UTC-7
My ProWheel Builder Pacenti Bitex Wheelset weighed 1428.87g.
I have a couple sets and have had no problems.
David Hays
> On Jun 4, 2025, at 3:30 PM, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> The 26”/559 bead seat diameter wheels I used on the erstwhile 2003 Curt
> Goodrich 1X10 custom weighe
Congratulations! Great work.
Cheers
David Hays
> On May 27, 2025, at 6:01 PM, Jeffrey Zelevansky
> wrote:
>
> That's awesome...congrats. Looks like a really fun route!
>
> On Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:53:15 PM UTC-4 fmri...@gmail.com wrote:
>> Did a Memorial
I used Brooks Cambium for years and then a few years ago they just stopped
working for me (likely age related). I moved to SQ Labs and never looked
back. My issue is the perenium, but I think SQ Labs is worth a try.
On Fri, May 23, 2025 at 12:07 PM Dan wrote:
> I am hopeful that someone may be
Te Susie has a 135mm rear spacing so it doesn’t really clear the full tire
sizes very well if you abide by strict chain line measurements. The good
thing is, the chainstays are so long that the Susie isn’t very sensitive to
chainline. I’m running 1x on my Gus because I need a clutch rear derailleur
ck on your new bike
gives you something to look forward to as you recover.
On Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:08:05 PM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
> David Blinn: The ridge looks incredible and lush, great pics!
>
> Jason: I always enjoy your bud surveys this time of year, thank you my m
Alt bars are very hard to dial in as there is a lot more variability than
there is with drop bars. You need to play anround with height relative to
saddle height as well as reach. In theory, swept bars should take pressure
off the hands as you’re moving to a more upright position. That said, the
on
I'm sure the change in stems, to a Dirt Drop, also added to the comfort
factor. Nice change.
On Monday, April 21, 2025 at 11:03:38 AM UTC-7 Norman R wrote:
> I bought a 52/650B Sam Hillborne in 2010 in Atlantis sea green and have
> been riding it ever since. This year I swapped out the Nitto n
Missed my chance to get a Banana Sack on the latest restock. Didn't think
they would sell out so quickly! Let me know if you've got one you're
looking to sell. Used or new are both fine with me.
David
Berkeley, CA
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I recommend the albatross. They are in stock at other places. Soma Portman is
nice and so is the Velo orange Porteur.
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> On Sunday, Apr 20, 2025 at 5:19 PM, Maeve Gately (mailto:maeve.gat...@gmail.com)> wrote:
> Good afternoon from sunny New York! Afte
Beautiful build
On Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 12:46:57 PM UTC-7 Gideon Tsang wrote:
> Selling my brand new Crust Malocchio. 19 lbs Gorgeous bike that rides like
> a dream that unfortunately is too big for me. As you may know, Crust
> messed up the rear bridge and the stock frame can only fit
swollen (whoops!)
parts bin.
Many thanks,
David in CT
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A beautiful build Bill.
David Hays
Williamsville, New York
> On Apr 13, 2025, at 11:56 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> I have one, now. A formerly active list-member had bought one, and I
> noticed. I kept in touch, and was able to snap it up when he finally
> surrendered that
ISO/WTB 57 or 60 Gus. Would do a Susie as well in similar sizes. Prefer
frame and fork but happy to buy built bike. Thanks.
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I had great success soaking with evaporust and then rinsing with mineral
spirits. Blew it out with a compressor but probably a waste of time to be
honest. I followed up by treating the inside of the frame with Fluid Film.
Evaporust also comes in a gel which is useful for the BB or you can use
evapo
I actually like the silver rack with patina/beausage look myself.
A very nice build.
David Hays
Buffalo, New York
> On Mar 21, 2025, at 12:31 PM, John Robert Williams
> wrote:
>
> Wow Marty! BRAVO!!
> Most Excellent execution! I love great fits like this...most inspiring! I
I hate bar shims more than any other component. I finally figured out that
the best thing is a swept bar with a BMX stem. I run a steel copy opt of a
Crust Ortho on my Gus with a 70mm Paul Stem. It’s not the most
aesthetically pleasing setup but the bars absolutely do not move.
On Wed, Mar 19, 202
ley? One of the three bears?
>
>
> On Mar 24, 2025, at 4:57 PM, David Blinn wrote:
>
> A few photos from Saturday's ride in the East Bay. Sorry for the re-post,
> just wanted to resize the images.
>
> [image: IMG_4954.jpg]
> [image: IMG_4960.jpg]
>
> On Monda
One of the three bears?
>
>
> On Mar 24, 2025, at 4:57 PM, David Blinn wrote:
>
> A few photos from Saturday's ride in the East Bay. Sorry for the re-post,
> just wanted to resize the images.
>
> [image: IMG_4954.jpg]
> [image: IMG_4960.jpg]
>
> On Monda
I’ve built a lot of bikes over the years and I think spending a lot on
square taper cranks isn’t at all necessary. I’d get some old Shimano or
Ritchey cranks off of EBay with decent tapers. An old triple with a 36 mid
and something 24 or lower for the small is fantastic. Use the large
chainring as
gain still pretty fast.
>
> On Monday, March 24, 2025 at 12:44:37 PM UTC-7 sjwi...@willisbros.net
> wrote:
>
>> David:
>>
>> Thanks for this, The triple seems to be the route to go, I just want to
>> find something that looks passable since the rest of the bik
Thanks so much to everyone who reached out with stem offers, I really
appreciate it! I am all taken care of.
David
On Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 3:05:54 PM UTC-4 davids...@gmail.com wrote:
> David,
>
> I have a 80mm Nitto Tallux in 25.4 if you're interested. Feel free to
deally NOS or a take-off
(common Riv build part for years)
- Paul Motolites - would consider a used pair at a fair price
Thanks,
David in Brooklyn
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I have a 80mm Nitto Tallux in 25.4 if you're interested. Feel free to
message me.
On Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 9:07:23 AM UTC-7 David Baldi wrote:
> Thanks Mike and Brian,
>
> Yes and yes, these are 54s from the most recent batch—both heat-treated
> and 25.4, as i
t with, but it is 26.0 clamp
>
> Brian
> Lexington KY
>
> On Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 11:28:39 AM UTC-4 mike goldman wrote:
>
>> david,
>>
>> Do Noodles have a 26.0 clamp size?
>>
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Hey All,
WTB: quill stem, 60mm-80mm, 25.4.
Converting my Sam to noodles for the first time. Thanks!
David in CT
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Unfortunately, I can’t talk you out of it. I would definitely consider
myself a Luddite, and my favorite bike is my Gus. That said, if you want to
start doing something like riding ATV trails, a Moonshiner or a Jones would
be much better, particularly given tire clearances and disk brakes.
Personal
I’ve spent more time than I’d like to admit trying to figure out these
issues. Bar drop or rise is a very individual thing. I recently stopped
riding drops because I need more stack height these days due to a neck
issue. When I was riding drops, I had a lot of wrist and should discomfort
if I had t
Could these bars pictured on Roman's Hillborne be the new ones? If not,
does anyone know what they are?
https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/staff-bikes/romans-sam-hillborne-87cm-pbh-updated
On Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 2:07:18 PM UTC-8 Jason Fuller wrote:
> Definitely excited to see it. I have long
0 (santa rosa)
>
> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/santa-rosa-univega-gran-premio/7811355689.html
> Sold by Palo Alto Cyclery. Probably circa 1978. All SunTour, SR and Gran
> Compe. 21" maybe 54 cm. Used, but minimal ageing -- A lovely time capsule
> from the Bike Boom.
> No
I ride a tallux through single track with no issues. However, to echo
Bill's statements, always on drop bars and "riding light."
On Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 8:24:07 AM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> It depends on lots of things. Top 5 in my mind are:
>
> Are you 140 pounds? That's a big plus in
I used one for about six months, and had a lot of bar slippage. The
slippage is very well managed under normal use, so it’s not like the bars
slipped in a major way that I felt was dangerous. I ride pretty technical
stuff on my Gus so I’m now running a bmx stem which is the only thing I’ve
found th
Tire inserts with tubeless can make a huge difference with gravel width
tires and allow you to run pressures down another 5psi or so. I don’t know
your weight, but anything other than reasonably groomed trails can be rough
on narrower tires and wheels.
On Sat, Feb 8, 2025 at 7:50 AM Jay wrote:
>
I agree with Michael on that Rambouillet. Looks like helicopter tape.
On Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 12:22:30 PM UTC-8 Michael Connors wrote:
I think it is tape to prevent the cables from rubbing the paint
On Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 2:10:59 PM UTC-6 Mike Godwin wrote:
Another photo of
130 or 135 OLD for the rear?
On Monday, February 3, 2025 at 1:49:37 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote:
> Appaloosa AlexRims wheelset with the fun multicolored spoke nipples!
> 700c AlexRims DM18
> Kenda 700 x 45 tires with tubes.
> Shimano Deore hubs & skewers.
>
> Used, in excellent condition, nea
I was curious if anybody was willing to share info on their 3x Roadini
setup. What are you running? How's the shifting?
Kind of a leading question I suppose - but I've been having trouble running
a 44 34 24 with pretty much every FD I've tried (including IRD's Alpine D,
Sora, and an old Deore 9
As with bicycles, I will gladly use almost anything. I will drink the worst
rot-gut black coffee with a smile on my face, but I do appreciate a really
good cup.
On Sun, Feb 2, 2025 at 9:33 AM Garth wrote:
> I remember when we used to have such discussions, so as I was making soome
> this morning
I’ve been fit three times and honestly Bo think it’s a waste of time and
money for anyone who isn’t a hardcore road rider or XC mountain bike rider.
If I went and got a fit this afternoon, I wouldn’t be able to ride over 10
miles with the resulting setup. The only thing that’s worked for me is
quit
I’ve purchase a couple Omniracer bottom brackets and with no issues either with
the purchase or the items.
David Hays
Willliamsville, New York
> On Jan 24, 2025, at 10:31 AM, J-D Bamford wrote:
>
> From these forums, I got a couple of suggestions on Omniracer Racelite bottom
> b
I have a NIB pair of 650x38 Loup Loup Pass Standard Casing tires that I
would sell for $120 shipped CONUS if you're interested. I upsized to
650Bx42 (BSP) and they're sitting on the shelf.
38s are better than 32s, but 42s are better still!
David in Philadelphia
On Tuesday, January 2
Sorry for the confusion.
I have see people showing bikes without pedals and indicating the weight of the
bike.
David
> On Dec 17, 2024, at 3:33 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> I wouldn't call it an issue. I was just that I was trying to understand the
> specifics of your questio
Not sure of your issue…
I was just wondering as I make my builds and look to see what choices to make,
how everyone weighs a bike.
Dvid Hays
Williamsville, New York
> On Dec 17, 2024, at 2:20 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> David asked: "as we enter weight weenie deliberations, wh
I’m just curious Bill: as we enter weight weenie deliberations, what is
excluded? Pedals? Saddles?…
Thanks.
David Hays
Williamsville, New York
> On Dec 16, 2024, at 8:21 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> It's a single Ti King Cage as it is. 28 grams. Bike weigh-ins never incl
Hey everyone,
First wanted to thank everyone with their recommendations.
I ended up going with James B's rec and got linked up with Joe and Rob in
San Diego. As expected, Rob did the repair well and in a timely manner.
Gave me great advice: Don't break them again.
For anyone in the future in
Out of the hundreds of bike components I’ve owned in my life, I can’t think of
one that’s better than the trusted 952. Shimano should reissue it and keep it
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> On Saturday, Dec 07, 2024 at 8:54 PM, Jason Fuller (mailto:jtf.ful..
Peter,
Thanks for the rec. I spoke with CycleSmiths and unfortunately they said
that they don't touch cantilever bosses.
On Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 9:42:38 PM UTC-8 Peter Bridge wrote:
> Are you going to want paint?
>
> My first stop would be CycleSmiths
>
>
> https://cyclesmiths.net/#
Hey everyone,
Can anyone recommend a frame builder to repair a steel fork in Southern
California?
One cantilever boss is snapped and the other is crooked.
Thanks for any direction!
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so available for $10 from Amazon with free shipping if you're a Prime
member and not Bezos-averse.
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-mount-quick-release-quarter/dp/B002NU6J1Y
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On Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 1:39:38 PM UTC-5 Paul Richardson wrote:
> hi,
>
> i'
Yes, according to Riv website.
Choose the *O* for a left-hand (inside) thumby or right-hand bar end.
On Monday, October 28, 2024 at 10:30:27 AM UTC-7 johnny wrote:
> for inside mount, O is used on left side ?
> On Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 12:19:27 PM UTC-7 cycli...@gmail.com
> wrote:
>
>> I
Thanks Bob.
Sounds like a good idea. Do you know any other Riv people in the area?
David
> On Oct 25, 2024, at 8:31 PM, Bob Warner wrote:
>
> David, great looking AHH!
> I’m also from Williamsville… so how do we get a Riv Ride for
> Williamsville/Buffalo Riv aficionados?
>
Congrats. I see that they are already sold out of the 49cm gold frames.
On Friday, October 25, 2024 at 12:08:52 PM UTC-7 Ashwath Akirekadu wrote:
> Greetings bunch!
>
> After a long break from bike projects, now I have ordered a dark gold
> Gallop frame. Stoked it is finally here. Looking for
T minus 5 minutes to show time.
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Natsuko definitely wins on form and style!
David Hays
Williamsville, New York
> On Oct 23, 2024, at 12:52 PM, Ted Durant wrote:
>
>
>> On Oct 23, 2024, at 9:37 AM, Leah Peterson wrote:
>>
>> But if you don’t want seams biting into you while riding, they make se
I've got a single Silver shifter that I've never used but unfortunately,
it's an O.
Darn.
On Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 8:55:51 AM UTC-7 ricksteves wrote:
> Hi all,
> After four months of Platypus ownership, it's time to get things moving
> towards making her a commuting beast.
>
> I'm loo
My experience of this has been really acute. I had eight bikes a year ago
and I’m now down to four with another bike currently for sale. I have two
herniated discs in my neck and I’d planned to stop riding when the
discomfort got too great, or when my doctor told me it was time. I had seen
Rive
similar width (no wider than that)
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David
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The flex is a real issue to consider. The Orthos are alloy and I’m not too
keen on flexing aluminum because after a time, it will fail. The only issue
with the Toscos is that the bars drop down in front of the brake levers, so
I found the hand positions weren’t quite as useful. They’re fantastic ba
gt;> chance to take it for a ride?
>>>>>
>>>>> On Friday, September 20, 2024 at 2:30:34 PM UTC-7 Danny wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>>> Great looking build!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> On Friday, September 20, 20
I live up in the northeast and don’t ride skin walls. My sealant lasts forever.
Sven in the summer, I have plenty left after six months. The downside is that
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> On Wednesday, Oct 09, 2024 at 6:58 PM, Ryan Frahm (mailt
Is it just me? Am I getting older? (yes) Or are geometry charts & sizing
for modern bikes getting harder to predict how a bike will fit & feel? (...
probably just me)
I've found myself again wanting to put together a simple road machine. My
brevets over the years have frequently included carryi
...ask anyone in Berkshire County. Northampton is not
> "Western MA". [image: 😆]
>
> Stephen, *who has to explain to his friends from Westchester County that
> they do not live in "Upstate NY"*
>
>
> On Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 10:07:21 AM UTC-7 Davi
Hi Steve,
I moved to Western Mass last year, also in Northampton, still settling in.
I'd enjoy a Rivendell meetup in this area. What might you be thinking?
Dave, /who says that downsizing is more difficult than imagined and I'll
soon be ready to sell and generally unload an awful lot of bike p
My Randi Jo caps are my single favorite piece of cycling kit. I’ve never
used anything that serves its purpose any better. I have linen for summer
and wool for winter.
On Tue, Oct 1, 2024 at 2:28 PM Patrick Moore wrote:
> Eric's reach-out for a Riv stubby cap makes me think of cycling caps and
>
Tell her that the toe overlap is a potential risk to your life.
On Tue, Oct 1, 2024 at 12:11 PM mark hammer wrote:
> OK, I know I'm posting this on the RBW site, but hear me out... I'm an
> avid rider. Less so a mechanic. I have a 20-year old Soma Double Cross that
> has suited me well over the
The bars definitely do wear out, but the way most Riv riders have them set
up (high bar height relative to saddle plus generally chill riding) they're
likely to last a very long time. Anytime aluminum is flexing, it’s going to
eventually fail. I ride some more extreme terrain on a couple of my bike
Definitely don’t grease. I use Park anti slip gel on mine and I can’t get
them not to slip without it. On any of the swept bars, if I’m standing and
applying leverage to the bars, I’m always doing so in front of the brake
levers and never at the bar ends. Personally, I’ve always had bad luck with
s
I read all of Grants stuff. Some of it I agree with a lot and some things I
take with a grain of salt. I sort of love riding everything as long as it’s
decently comfortable. The exception to that is carbon as I don’t understand
enough about it and it makes me nervous. I also don’t need it as I’m a
Mounted the Challenge Gravel Grinders and they're more than a little
undersized. I'm measuring 42mm on Velocity Atlas rims. Clearance is much
improved though, so going to give these a go.
On Friday, September 20, 2024 at 8:31:02 AM UTC-5 David B wrote:
> Thanks for all the sugges
Your inseam is 29 or your PBH is 29? My inseam on my trousers is 31.5 but
my PBH is 33.75. Anyway, it’s an important distinction. If you’re concerned
about bar height, I’d think about going with one of the swept bar models as
drop bars and a bad back aren’t great bedfellows. I have a bad neck and I
Looks great! So glad things worked out and you’re enjoying the bike.
David
> On Sep 22, 2024, at 4:36 PM, David Hong wrote:
>
> Hey everyone,
>
> The RB-T safely made it's trek from New York to California. Bike came as
> described - David was great to work with.
>
f VO voyager
>>>>> rims.
>>>>>
>>>>> I use these on my 'commuter' (i'm freelance so i don't often commute)
>>>>> but have and ride around NYC with these.
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
&g
e Freewheel
<https://www.treetopgoods.com/product/suntour-6-speed-freewheel> - 13-19, I
took off the 13/14 cog and used as 4-speed freewheel on single speed hub -
$10
(13.) Suntour 7-speed Accushift DT Shifters
<https://www.treetopgoods.com/product/suntour-7-speed-shifter> - left i
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.
> S
I’ve been scaling back lately, largely because I’m getting older and my
needs regarding geometry have become very specific. I’m down to four bikes
now and a frame that hasn’t been built after selling an additional bike
just last night. About two years ago I made a rule for myself that all my
bikes
I’d also add that the guy who designed the Orthos uses a 25.4 single bolt
stem on the Orthos even though they are 26mm. I think he actually designed
them to work this way. Personally, I don’t know enough about engineering or
metallurgy to know if this is a good or bad idea, so please don’t think I’
I’ve had good results with the Park anti slip gel, using a 26mm stem on my
90s mtb and also on another ATB I have that’s running a 31.8 with a shim.
That’s good for general riding. However, if you’re going to ride really
technical stuff and apply a lot of leverage to the bar ends, they’re going
to
y're mighty close to the
chainstays, so looking for something slightly smaller. Asking for 43mm as
it seems many of the current 42mm are undersized.
Thanks!
David
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On Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 1:53:28 PM UTC-5 David B wrote:
> Cleaning out the garage! I think I had these up earlier this summer -
> dropping prices on some of those previously listed items.
>
> For simplicity's sake in claiming/paying these, I've add these
2 Atlantis in 59.
>
> On Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 10:33:56 AM UTC-7 David B wrote:
>
>> To chime in as a long time 59cm Clem (H) rider: I have the first run
>> version which has a shorter top tube than the current L versions. The H
>> might possibly have gotten a
Forgot to add:
If you are local to Chicagoland and want to pickup near River Grove, IL (or
possibly UIC campus during the week) - please still pay through the shop
and use the discount code LOCAL which will remove shipping.
On Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 1:53:28 PM UTC-5 David B wrote
Cleaning out the garage! I think I had these up earlier this summer -
dropping prices on some of those previously listed items.
For simplicity's sake in claiming/paying these, I've add these to my
leather goods webshop which I've recently dusted off. The pertinent items
are here (and linked ind
orth it to get
an actual measurement of the top tube.
David (been a long while since I've participated on this list)
On Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 8:46:40 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Thanks, Garth. I hadn't followed the model's genesis.
>
> Can any owner and rid
I sold my last drop bar bike earlier this year. One thing to keep in mind
is that pain isn’t just about the here and now, it’s a signal that you’re
doing additional damage to your body. I keep that in mind because I want to
ride for as much of the rest of my life as possible. At 51, bars that are
l
Thanks, Tom, Gene, Chris, and Ryan for taking the time to offer your ideas,
and especially the comments about whether to go tubeless. I will keep them
in mind for the future. I ended up going through my local bike shop and
bought a pair of Specialized Pathfinder Pro's, 700 × 38. Ryan's preference
Investing. Which rims are you using? I’m on 25 internal and I get a decent
amount of deflection. I’d run wider rims if I could figure out where to
find wider rims and if I could figure out the braking. Disc brakes would
obviously solve the issue.
On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 1:26 AM iamkeith wrote:
>
The Ergons aren’t great for swept bars. I have a pair on my Gus and they’re
about to be replaced. The issue is the hard retaining clamp at the back of
the grip. I have a pair of these on one of my other bikes and they are
hands down the best ergos for swept bars:
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US
I’m currently running American Classic in 2.25 inches with tubes. I’m
definitely going wider and tubeless soon! I just switched to an indexed
Microshift shifter and I think it’s going to help hugely in single track.
On Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 1:58:48 PM UTC-4 NYCbikeguy wrote:
> dross,
>
I found myself on an unplanned ride today with my Gus Boots Willsen, and
let me say, it’s a real mountain bike—no doubt about it. Sure, it’s also a
hillibike and a damn good cruiser, but until now, I’d been treating it like
a dad gravel rig, cruising along the easy paths. Today, though, I was
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