[RBW] Re: Which Middleburn cranks for a Joe??

You can certainly run the RS7 with a 113mm BB spindle as well, but the Q-factor on the RS7 is significantly wider (~22mm), hence recommend for RO1 above. If you love a wide Q, the RS7 will get you there. -Justus Mpls, MN On Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 12:21:19 PM UTC-6 J G wrote: > You w

[RBW] Re: Which Middleburn cranks for a Joe??

You want the RO1 cranks with a starting point for BB spindle of 118mm to adjust for 135mm vs. 130mm rear spacing. -Justus Mpls, MN On Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 9:35:29 AM UTC-6 charlie...@gmail.com wrote: > I really want to put a 2x Middleburn crank (square taper) on my 2023 Joe > but I am

[RBW] Re: Indoor Rides

I use rollers with a fork mount as I am no longer willing to take a fall. I was lucky years ago to get a used Krietler roller and then a used fork mount. The only issue is that I have to re-adjust the seat angle so I have 2 seat posts and 2 saddles which makes the whole thing a lot easier. Afte

[RBW] Re: Indoor Rides

I love Garth's reply, and feel similarly. But after a few decent winters of baseline trainer sessions, I didn't bother setting it up this time and am trying 1-2 runs (on foot!) a week. I don't enjoy running, but it's tolerable. To the OP... If you're concerned about sweat and rust on a steel fr

Re: [RBW] Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

John, If you’re already running the crank, it shifts to your satisfaction, and your stance (q-factor) is comfortable, then it’s not something you need to solve. But should you migrate the kit from your old frame to a new one that comes with a BB pre-installed, then you might want to anticipate

[RBW] Re: Bike Fitting

Just want to highlight this section of the Peter White article because it articulates a piece of another great riding tip that David Kirk posted in 2009 and that is currently unavailable as a link for some reason. I always start with setback (and saddle angle - generally nose up just a bit): "

Re: [RBW] Bike Fitting

Like RM above, i'm also skeptical about fitting services. But I can imagine use cases if they solve particularly concerning pain points. I've seen a robust treatise on choosing crank arm length based upon the angles that your femur (actually the femur/hip angle, in laymen's terms) rotates thru

Re: [RBW] Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

Well... the SpaCycles UC Double is based on a triple chainline, and their website says you should be using a 119mm BB spindle. That's all fine, but it's not a typical use case. I'm just pointing out to the community that for the majority, who are using a double crank intended for a double chai

[RBW] Re: Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

Dan - what crank and front D are you using? On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 6:49:46 PM UTC-7 Dan wrote: > I think this is a good change. I literally had to have the 110bb on my > (non-lugged) Roadini swapped out for a 113 yesterday because the 110 meant > the front derailleur was rubbing the ch

[RBW] Re: Cold weather hats with brims that keep your ears warm

My winter daily is the Ornot Decadent Winter Cap. Not particularly cheap but very cozy and well-made. https://www.ornotbike.com/products/decadentwinter-cap KJ Victoria, BC On Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 1:45:06 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > The Snek and Swrv hats also look very good; thanks

[RBW] Re: Cold weather hats with brims that keep your ears warm

Swrve has always had a great selection of winter caps: https://swrve.us/collections/winter-caps Not sure how many they have left that fit big heads as I always had to pick my spots. Check the fit notes, but for small to medium sizes, they have some really nice caps still. For the coldest days

[RBW] Omniracer (Ti BBs, etc)

>From these forums, I got a couple of suggestions on Omniracer Racelite bottom brackets with titanium spindles. Saves 100g (roughly 1/4 pound) over Riv's default BB. I hemmed and hawed and finally pulled the trigger (made an online order) on this small, USA-based boutique brand via their websit

[RBW] Re: Not off-topic if I spin it right: opinions from users of Rothco M-65 “Field Jacket”?

At first blush, looks like a nice piece of kit. I'm not a Rothco owner/wearer, I have a MUSA American Trench ventile field coat (which is great) for relaxed layering and damp weather wear. And a MUSA Gustin waxed canvas field coat (wonderful, snug, longer arm coverage than typical) for minimal

[RBW] Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

I learned from Roman at Riv that they now have 113mm BBs (*actually measures 114mm with my digital calipers*) installed by their Taiwanese framebuilder, along with the headsets. I learned this when inquiring about my frame-only 2024 Lugged Roadini. They will not swap (or exchange) a different B

Re: [RBW] Re: RH double: spindle length?

For anyone still reading, I learned from Roman at Riv that they now have 113mm BBs installed by their Taiwanese framebuilder, along with the headsets. Althought their cranks (and other brands) largely spec 110mm BB spindle for a double, Riv's heavily pushing "skeleton key" front derailleurs tha

[RBW] Re: FS: Two pairs of IBEX Women's Medium Bike Knickers

>From when IBEX was still in VT and making their products here in the US. Good stuff. That's a good deal Kim. On Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 7:38:34 AM UTC-5 Kim H. wrote: > I have two pairs of used, yet in good condition, IBEX Women's size Medium > Bicycle Knickers for sale. These have been v

[RBW] Re: First ride, Sam Hillborne

Beautifully done, enjoy it. Of all of the Rivendells I have owned I have my 2 favorites now, the Hillborne and the Saluki. The Hillborne with 48mm tires is like riding a cloud. On Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:16:13 PM UTC-5 Tim Whitfeld wrote: > Received my first ever Rivendell last weekend,

[RBW] Re: Frame Schedule for 2025

If I didn't have a Hillborne I would want the Sage, timing is everything. On Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:31:51 PM UTC-5 trya...@gmail.com wrote: > Eric, > > I am hoping it is accurate! A Sergio Green Atlantis would be my ideal > first Riv. I am not sure though, the description for the 2025 A

Re: [RBW] Leather Saddles - What do you Wear

My skinny butt generally prefers cycling shorts. That said, I agree with the remarks here that a poorly designed pad gets in the way and could chafe. I used to wear cycling padded liners under civilian shorts/knickers for long yet casual city rides, but those liners fall into the poorly designe

[RBW] Re: Leather Saddles - What do you Wear

I wear bike shorts with the pads that Kucharick used to put in their shorts. These were offered for a couple of years at least prior to their closing. Not overly bulky. I ride Brooks B17 saddles. I cannot ride with out some padding.as I have none of my own. On Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:1

Re: [RBW] Slipping/sliding/jumping/ghosting gears on a new Platypus

Liz, it sounds like you and your shop went through a comprehensive (and possibly costly) process of elimination. I'm sorry you've been so frustrated. As I mentioned in a previous message, I, like Doug, have been through this process before. There was no sustainable middle space between the shi

Re: [RBW] Re: Advice sought: mounting Nitto M12 or similar front rack to Paul cantis

Word to the wise... Paul Rack Adapters use a fairly small stud. This is purely user error on my part, but you cannot tighten those little nyloc nuts very much on the Paul adapters because they will easily strip the adapter threads (or twist the stud right off the adapter). It's a costly and inc

[RBW] Carradice Boxy Bag + Nitto F15 Rack

Hi foks, I had posted this for sale a while back, but the sale fell through. This is a Rivendell Boxy Bag by Carradice. These were made by Carradice in the UK to Grant’s design, before Riv switched manufacturers to the Baggins or Sackville lines for reasons not associated with quality. Waxed

[RBW] Re: Long Time Lurker, New Riv Owner!

Very nice. Love that you used bar end shifters. The green reminds me of an old Riv I had. On Friday, January 3, 2025 at 8:59:19 PM UTC-5 babypop wrote: > Hi All, > > I hope your new year is off to a rolling start! > > I've been lurking in this group since 2010, all the while pining for a > Riv

[RBW] Re: The Enlightened Homer. Another misguided weight weenie thread.

It's fun thinking about lighter weight builds... but forgive me because Bill's already posted about all the bits and pieces that in sum can add/subtract weight. But you said a WI bottom bracket (roughly $100 more than normal BBs) is 'expensive'. There's no magic affordable weight savings when y

Re: [RBW] Pants…again.

I have two generations of MUSA Pants (2013 and 2022), knickers (2015) and shorts (2022 and older) and I wear them a LOT, especially the pants. 2013: black pants size Large (I live close enough that I tried on different sizes) 2015: Knickers size medium 2022 Musa shorts Large 2022 Tan pants Large

[RBW] FS: Riv Boxy Bag from Carradice + Nitto F15 ; XTR V-Brakes

[cross-posting from the ibob list] Happy new year! I’m not presently using these and rather than hoard them, I’d like to get them to folks who will use them. 1) Rivendell Boxy Bag by Carradice. I believe these were built to Grant’s design by Carradice in the UK, before Riv switched manufactur

[RBW] Re: Slipping/sliding/jumping/ghosting gears on a new Platypus

Hi Liz. I think Josh's advice is correct as a first step. My experience with Riv Silver and Silver2 shifters slipping and sliding was exactly as you describe. I asked about it here on the forum and got the same advice: blue Loctite. >From what I've gleaned people have mixed results with thread

[RBW] Re: Long Time Lurker, New Riv Owner!

cold in my garage here in Denver for focusing on a build (and it's nordic ski season). This RBW group is almost making me feel like revitalizing my old Flickr account... well, almost! https://flic.kr/p/ij7Dz7. J-D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] Re: Triple Bypass

Hey Leah, I have ridden the triple Bypass and I did ride it on a bike far closer to one of my Rivendells than one of my road bikes. Specifically a Ti Lynskey Cooper CX with steel Vicious Canti fork and 32c tires. I do not try to build light bikes as I lean into performance and comfort over we

[RBW] Re: Winter Photos 2024/2025

Jay, Is this in the Northeast? Reminds me of stone walls in maybe New Hampshire. Sue J On Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 11:03:46 AM UTC-8 Jay wrote: > Not officially the first day of winter, but when it averages -4C for a > ride, and there is snow and a partially frozen lake, I figured it&

Re: [RBW] New frame day: Charlie H Gallop and a weight weenie Riv build status

Bill, it's fun to watch your rational and systematic builds and weight limiting considerations. I suspect you're right that most RBW Group members don't weight their bikes. I never have until just a minute ago, when I weighed my most recent project, a size 58 Hunqapillar, out of curiosity. *T

[RBW] Re: RH double: spindle length?

Regarding the BB - thanks @arvi for the input. I think I’ll grab an Omni Racer Ti maybe in 107.5, as you said to get the big ring better positioned across the easier cassette gears which is definitely my pref. The Ti model isn’t that pricey compared to a lot of boutique BBs costing more. And the

[RBW] Re: 2024 Appaloosa's - Show Us Your Builds!

Drew and Bones, I'm really digging your Apps. The builds look fantastic! On Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:20:23 AM UTC-5 Bones wrote: > Here is my latest Appaloosa. I haven’t added lights yet because I haven’t > decided if I want racks. > > Bones > > On Friday, December 13, 2024 at 9:40:02 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno - Are you buying one?

Purple grips look great on it. Purple tires… the recipe is getting quite rich! I’m eager to hear how that Paul Racer works out on the front with such a long cable drop from the hanger. Any issues with vibration, or any qualms generally? I have a Roadini coming in a matter of weeks and I’m liter

Re: [RBW] Re: Rim width vs tire width

I tend to trust matrices published by WTB and Rene Herse because there's evidence they really put some thought into it and in all likelihood have written notes on things they've tried if not formally tested. Whereas other sources will just have a sentence or two and it feels like a lawyer's take

[RBW] Re: Jack the Bike Rack

en ideal for an all day journey with that weight. > > Like the others, as much as I like it for daily trips around town, if you > plan on regularly using a rack for a decent amount of weight, I would look > elsewhere. > On Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:54:37 PM UTC-8 J wrote: >

[RBW] Re: In search of: an old Grant interview

I was thinking of another one. You could call it a prequel to the Rivendell People video. Dave and Jenny are in it. Grant too, but not other staff so much. A bit shorter in length. On Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 7:59:28 AM UTC-8 J Imler wrote: > I know the one Jason’s referring to. It’s lik

[RBW] Re: In search of: an old Grant interview

I know the one Jason’s referring to. It’s like a “check out this local bike shop” type video and former manager Dave and Riv employee Jenny are in it. I searched YouTube but no luck. On Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 7:51:32 PM UTC-8 Jason Fuller wrote: > I have been googling every keyword I can

[RBW] Re: RH double: spindle length?

Just realizing my Gen1 RH crank is only ideal for 5-9 speed, with 10 speed only recommended with Ultegra chain (but apparently still not optimum). Perhaps part of throwing my chain is also trying to 10sp on Gen1 with what's probably a SRAM chain or Shimano cheaper than Ult. On Thursday, Decemb

Re: [RBW] The Riv low-normal derailer

Yeah, I also have mixed feelings about the look in the drawing. I’ll reserve judgement until I see an actual product. Regardless of the looks, I’m still going to grab some. I’m so glad this extremely unlikely project is actually coming to fruition. Jim On Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:40:0

[RBW] WTT: RH 171 for 177 dbl crank

Circa 2014 i got a Rene Herse double crank back when IIRC they only had 171cm arms (currently running it 10sp, not sure if it goes to 11). But i have long legs and miss having longer crank arms. Curious if anyone has the 177cm double crank arms and wants to trade. Mine are in good condition, on

[RBW] Re: Jack the Bike Rack

I didn't like the design of the Jack so stayed away from it but I failed at convincing a friend to do the same and they've been similarly disappointed with the purchase as Brendonoid. A handlebar rack is not necessary for a front bag if you are running caliper, linear/V or disc brakes other th

Re: [RBW] Some very basic metalworking / frame repair advice

Eric, This exact thing happened to me, and I was able to bend the point of the lug back easily. As I wrote in the thread that someone linked to earlier: *I started with a small flat blade screwdriver to uncurl the very tip, with thick cloth to protect the metal. Then I used needle nose plie

[RBW] Re: RH double: spindle length?

ders like us. >>>> >>>> Andy Cheatham >>>> Pittsburgh >>>> >>>> On Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 9:05:26 PM UTC-5 isp...@gmail.com >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Further context… I’ll be moving my drivetrain t

[RBW] Re: RH double: spindle length?

:03:20 PM UTC-7 J-D Bamford wrote: > For a Rene Herse double crank (46-30) on a trad’ish randonneur (130mm rear > spacing, 700x32mm tire clearance + fenders, straight chainstays not > curved)… what actual BB spindle lengths have people had success with? I’m > aware of the RH chart

[RBW] RH double: spindle length?

For a Rene Herse double crank (46-30) on a trad’ish randonneur (130mm rear spacing, 700x32mm tire clearance + fenders, straight chainstays not curved)… what actual BB spindle lengths have people had success with? I’m aware of the RH charts… one chart suggests 110mm and the other chart suggest

Re: [RBW] Roaduno shakedown

I think what you're saying here is that your quads are a lot bigger than mine. On Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 7:52:11 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: 42/19 = 2.21 X 26.6 (per JimG; the numbers from that site pretty closely match my empirical measurements) = 58.8 gear inches. I’m familiar enough

Re: [RBW] Roaduno shakedown

rtably rideable build. > > What is the gearing — ie, what size ring and how many teeth on each cog? > > On Sun, Nov 24, 2024 at 3:22 PM P W wrote: > >> Love this one! >> >> Makes me want to put tanwalls on mine next… >> >> P. W. >> ~ >> (917

[RBW] Re: Bike Snob has done it again!

. Interesting evolution of the roles of media. On Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 2:48:51 PM UTC-7 J J wrote: > Thanks for sending, Steve. Great BikeSnob piece. > > Yesterday I happened to watch GCN's new video > <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKFledinDUQ> introducing t

[RBW] Re: New build challenge: Roadini vs Gallop

I’ve never been guilty of building a ~20 lb road bike, LOL. That said, if you’re not starting with light wheels and tires, then nothing else matters because rotating mass is where you feel it. Although I won’t be jumping on the TPU tube bandwagon - got one as an experiment and the valve just pla

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Wire Aesthetics

No one ever shows how they get the wires from the fork/headlight into the downtube. Is this like a magicians code of never giving up the the illusion kinda thing? On Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 2:03:37 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote: > I fished my dynamo wires inside the fork and inside th

[RBW] Re: Bike Snob has done it again!

Thanks for sending, Steve. Great BikeSnob piece. Yesterday I happened to watch GCN's new video introducing the Colnago Steelnovo. Interesting video on its own terms. It's cool to see manufacturing processes in action. I still don't understand why t

[RBW] Re: Free: Riv Posters

I wouldn't mind. On Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 11:29:00 AM UTC-8 Jenny wrote: > Hello, > > I have four Rivendell posters (two Riv Bike Book and Hatchet posters). > They are free to a good home to one person (I am not shipping posters > individually). You just have to help with shipping

Re: [RBW] New lugged Roadini

It's not that I'm a randonneur (just a busy working parent who rec rides on weekends)... but having enjoyed front midsized rando bag for 17 years, I've been so far into that kool-aid. Since I defeated my rando bike's steering stability by raising the handlebars (+30mm) a smidge higher than the s

[RBW] Re: Dropbars vs sweptback bars and saddle height

a side question, can you get into the difference between albatross and > bosco? I'm generally happy with my alba setup, but curious about Billie or > Bosco. What do you think matters most, saddle height, reach, TT length? > > On Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 4:34:27 PM UT

Re: [RBW] New lugged Roadini

I’m stripping the full kit off my (drop bar, 2x10) randonneur frame and putting it on the ‘ini. Quill stem and sidepull calipers are the only changes predicated by how the frame is built. Will see how the light hoops and 32mm RH tires fare on a Riv frame designed for higher volume rubber. On T

Re: [RBW] New lugged Roadini

@wyatt I'm happy to have been of assistance :-) On Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:27:15 PM UTC-5 Wyatt wrote: > Genuinely relieved to see the Lime Olive is already sold out in my size. > Has been extremely tempting even though I already own a creamsicle > Rambouillet. > > On Wednesday, Nov

[RBW] Re: Dropbars vs sweptback bars and saddle height

Hey Max, I had a similar experience with a Ron's Ortho bar on a Hunqapillar. I went through a series of adjustments to try to make it feel right: stem height up and down, angle of grip, saddle fore and aft and saddle angle up and down, seat post higher and lower. Regardless of the various comb

Re: [RBW] New lugged Roadini

I mostly appreciate the Roadini design (and am tempted), including the steep-enough head angle that hopefully won’t flop too much if using a randonneur-style front bag on a tombstone-style rack. Heartburn with the head tube (thus stack) - really not high enough given Riv’s upright posture philo

[RBW] Re: Riv Cargo Build - Please vote

rito, CA > > On Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 3:30:44 PM UTC-8 Josh C wrote: > >> I agree with Joe, the Clem is likely to be a noodle. >> >> On Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:22:33 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: >> >>> Chev. I've owned both and the Ch

[RBW] Re: Riv Cargo Build - Please vote

> On Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:22:33 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > >> Chev. I've owned both and the Cheviot is notably stiffer, I expect a Clem >> L that stretched could get a bit noodly. >> >> On Friday, November 8, 2024 at 6:04:26 PM UTC-8 J Imler

Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo frames

This is such an interesting discussion and I appreciate the thread. We have three Toyo-built Rivs in our household, a couple of Waterford-built Rivs, and one built in Taiwan (presumably by Maxway? is that the only Taiwanese builder Riv has used?). Rivendell has super high standards and expecta

[RBW] Re: ISO/WTB 650b dynamo wheelset

In 2-3 weeks, I anticipate retiring a Polyvalent (650b) and moving up to a Riv Roaduno (700c) frame (frame is already purchased, but I'm waiting on Riv to build and ship a rear wheel). I should be able to sell the 650b front wheel (but the rear has an issue and will be junked). Front wheel was

[RBW] Re: Susie/Wolbis first rides

Congratulations, Jason. Beautiful Susie and a fantastic photo. I love that yellow/gold. On Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:50:07 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote: > I picked up a dark gold Susie/Wolbis frameset locally in 50cm recently, as > it was too good of a deal to not give it a try. I don't h

[RBW] Re: Homie Fall fest this weekend in Mpls

Thanks for the reminder! Been a few years since I joined in on the fun. Always a great time! https://carsrcoffins.com/words/posts/history-of-the-homie/ No Kooks! Justus Mpls, MN On Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:11:50 AM UTC-5 Jim in Mpls wrote: > If anyone in the twin cities is looking t

[RBW] Re: Chain length

Pretty sure you are all saying the same thing differently. Bill's method is just fine I bet and is probably the same method as Shimano documents, but with a different baseline for what a link is, regardless of what is technically correct. I checked the Shimano site and they show every rivet a

[RBW] Re: The Spoiled-By-My-Rivendell Effect

Just chiming into to say, yep, it resonates 100 percent. On Friday, October 18, 2024 at 5:28:48 AM UTC-4 dros...@gmail.com wrote: > 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

[RBW] Calvin / Park Tool - Rapid Rise derailleurs - new video

The great Calvin at Park Tool did a video on Rapid Rise. Definitely worth five minutes of your time if you have any love for or interest in these fantastic derailleurs. His conclusion is interesting and ironic — as are his omissions. I won’t spoil anything here, but check it out: https://www.

[RBW] Re: Advice on Cantilever Brake Swap for Atlantis with Wider Rims

hi Wes. I have Paul Neo-Retro cantis on my Atlantis, front and rear. I've never felt a need to use a combination of the Neo-Retro in front and the Paul Touring in the back that a lot of people do. The idea is that To

Re: [RBW] Mounting a Ron's Fabio's Chest on my Homer

I ride a 62cm bike and no rack works that looks right. I built 2 Ron's pec decks but I'd just skip the hassle and buy the Rod Steward bag support. The pec deck are solid as a rock. https://shovelresearch.com/rod-steward-bag-support On Monday, October 14, 2024 at 10:50:00 PM UTC-4 Brian Turner w

[RBW] Re: FS: Hunqapillar (58), green, Waterford

The Hunqapillar is *sold*. Thanks to all who reached out. Judging from the deluge I received of serious interest in the bike, Hunqapillars remain highly sought after! Best wishes, Jim On Friday, October 11, 2024 at 3:11:42 PM UTC-4 J J wrote: > > Thanks for all the kind words, Jenning

[RBW] Re: FS: Hunqapillar (58), green, Waterford

nd can vouch for him >> - great communication, packing, shipping speed, etc. Buy with confidence. >> >> On Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 8:09:45 AM UTC-4 Jennings wrote: >> >>> Great looking bike. Mine is set up almost identical. good luck with >>> the

[RBW] Re: FS: cork grips - Rivendell, Portuguese, new

Grips are *sold* On Monday, October 7, 2024 at 9:17:44 PM UTC-4 J J wrote: > Hi… it appears Rivendell discontinued these beautiful grips a while back, > maybe a couple of years ago? These were meant for a project that never came > to fruition. I hope someone who has wanted them sees

[RBW] Re: FS: Shimano silver brake levers, new (short pull, BL-R550)

Brake levers are *sold*. Thanks to everyone for reaching out. Jim On Friday, October 4, 2024 at 9:23:25 AM UTC-4 J J wrote: > Hi, I’m selling a set of these venerable and stalwart brake levers in > silver, which Rivendell used to sell until Shimano discontinued them. Brand > new in b

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto S84 lugged seat post — new, two available

Both seat posts are *sold*. Thanks to all who reached out! On Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 10:55:24 AM UTC-4 J J wrote: > *Update:* one seat post *sold* and *one remaining*. Please reach out if > you're interested. Thanks! > > On Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 5:56:10 PM UTC-4 J

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto S84 lugged seat post — new, two available

*Update:* one seat post *sold* and *one remaining*. Please reach out if you're interested. Thanks! On Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 5:56:10 PM UTC-4 J J wrote: > Hi, I'm offering these two seat posts for $120 shipped (each, continental > US). These are brand new Nitto model S8

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks B68 saddle honey

The B68 saddle is *SOLD*. Thanks to all who reached out.. On Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 11:46:28 AM UTC-4 J J wrote: > Hi, I used this B68 on two short rides. I prefer my old standby with > springs, the B67, so I’m offering this B68 for sale at a good price. This > saddle is in

Re: [RBW] Re: (perhaps) dumb question time (bottle bosses)

There's also an aesthetic consideration - I read somewhere that the custom builder (not sure if it was Riv) took care to make sure the bottles on the seat tube and the down tube were on the same horizontal line. Greg On Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:16:22 AM UTC-7 Eric Daume wrote: > Low bo

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

I wish she had interviewed Hiroshi. My first new bike that I bought with my own money was a Road Standard from Jitensha --- I think Hiroshi had bought a couple of frames when Grant was starting Riv. I also saw my first Rivendell catalogs and Riv Readers at Jitensha in the late 90s. I'm sure t

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

Great price for a great bike! This would fit me perfectly but I have no room in the garage On Friday, September 13, 2024 at 2:41:56 PM UTC-7 David Hays wrote: > t's time to thin the herd. I have a Bridgestone RB-T. I'm not sure what > year it is but it has no rack braze-ons. I have fit a P

[RBW] Kiley and Koma lights

I know we talked about this some years ago so here goes. To me it looks like these are basically identical. I have both and believe that the Kiley flashers last longer on a charge, this may be inaccurate but it seems so. My front lights seem to be dying as they are about 4 years old or so and d

[RBW] Re: Wool in summer

I wore wool until it would get brutal. Still wear it when I can. I am in New England but this year was very hot. I switched to SPF shirts after having a basal cell carcinoma discover and removed. I am not religious about this even though I should be. I do make sure to use sunscreen when I reme

[RBW] Re: Wool in summer

I wear wool year round wherever I am, though I’m mostly on the brutally humid east coast. I wear it all the time, i.e., not just for riding: merino shirts (long or short sleeve), underwear (short and long), and socks. Wearing almost anything else feels muggy and less fresh. Synthetics especiall

Re: [RBW] Re: Shoes/sandals for wide feet

I bought the Giro Rumble recently for dirt cheap as a sleek MTB shoe. The aren't the widest but also not nearly as narrow as everything else I've tried. They are kind of cheap feeling and squeaked a bit when I first got them but I'd give them 1 thumbs up from my EE wide feet. I took a black sha

Re: [RBW] Silver shifter surgery and corrosive metal welding

Good coverage here. I stopped using brass bits on bikes a few years ago after a single brass ferrule issue, and I always wondered if anyone else had issues as the rise of brass bling took hold in recent years. On Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 10:44:41 AM UTC-4 Jim in Mpls wrote: > I also greas

[RBW] Re: Wool in summer

I also wear merino wool tops and underwear year round. Summer back east is 90s and humid to chokingly humid July-August. I prefer the color, cut and "style" of smartwool 150 wool/nylon blend but the Icebreaker cool-lite wool/lyocell blend feels the best although its seems they've futzed with th

Re: [RBW] Tech question: Rene Herse pulley-style brake yoke -- what am I doing wrong?

t; something like a Paul Moon Unit, where the cable is clamped between a >> groove and washer. "That's not going ANYwhere," as they say. >> >> All this said: obviously people are using the brakes successfully, >> otherwise we'd have heard of catastrophic

Re: [RBW] Tech question: Rene Herse pulley-style brake yoke -- what am I doing wrong?

Hi... the same thing happened to me with those Rene Herse yokes on my most recent build . (Rivendell did the build for me.) The cable popped out of the front brake yoke after a couple of super short rides. I tried to put it back t

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis - 47cm (2008 model) Sizing

Hi there. You can find the geometry, sizing, and PBH ranges for the Toyo models, including the 47, at the this link . (I tried to attach a PDF or an image but gmail wouldn't let me.) * Please be aware that the

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam FS

Size would be helpful. And at least a singular photo for the peanut gallery? On Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 2:24:51 AM UTC-4 michaelj...@gmail.com wrote: > Selling my QB, as it doesn’t get ridden much these days owing to knee > issues. It’s currently set up with a Dirt Drop stem and Albatross

[RBW] Re: Ride Report

Fantastic report, Liz. Inspiring. Thank you!! Jim On Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 9:05:06 AM UTC-4 sarahlik...@gmail.com wrote: > Thank you for the ride report, it made me feel like I was there. I also > have a teenager on a MTB team and likes to "shred," and lick sports gels > and stick the

[RBW] Re: Your thoughts on a Rivesdale (Riv + Clydesdale)?

It was all good. The tires were Big Bens so not ideal on dirt but wth... I'm rooting for an AR build from the NYCbikeguy. On Monday, August 26, 2024 at 3:59:34 PM UTC-7 NYCbikeguy wrote: > J Imler, > > That's a cool build! What was your experience with it like on the di

Re: [RBW] Re: Triple cranks for 9-speed build: advise me

Side Question- what BB length/spacer combo are you using on the Clem with the Sugino AT and are you getting a good chain line? On Monday, August 19, 2024 at 6:55:18 AM UTC-7 barro...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm running a Sugino AT on my Clem, and building up my Atlantis with a > mid-late 80s Special

[RBW] Re: Pics of Ultradynamico Cava Robusto 2.2s mounted?

I have the 2.2 Cava in tan side wall if you just want to see how big the tire looks on a bike. If your interest is in the Robusto black only then I cannot be of help beyond suggesting that there are plenty of photos on instagram of the black Robusto 2.2 tires mounted on bikes. On Wednesday, Aug

[RBW] Re: ISO: 22.2 clamp-on brake cable hanger

There's also the brake hanger that bolts to the hole in the fork. Like this one: https://www.treefortbikes.com/Tektro-Front-Cable-Hanger-Canti-Fork-Mount On Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 11:47:02 AM UTC-7 Peter Bridge wrote: > I wrestled with this question and ended up spending the money on t

Re: [RBW] ISO: Atlantis ~59cm

Ethan, By saying you prefer the older model Atlantis with shorter stays, but using the newer model for sizing, you are talking two different bikes in terms of fit. I'm 6'1" and have a 90cm PBH the last time I used that method of fitting. In the old Toyo model sizing I fit a 64cm just fine, in t

Re: [RBW] FS: 1" threadless stem and adaptor

Sorry, Joe! It's coming my way! But Bill's comment still stands ... it may eventually make its way to yours or Bill's parts hoard. Greg in Oakland On Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:25:37 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > ...and if Joe buys it today, there's a pretty good chance it'll find its

Re: [RBW] Let’s talk: 1 Up USA, Quickr Racks

:13 AM eddietheflay wrote: >> >>> With a 1up you can ratchet the front arm onto your front tire tight >>> enough so that it pretty much holds the bike steady with just that one arm. >>> And then use the foam fender protected arm on the back wheel as a less >&g

Re: [RBW] Let’s talk: 1 Up USA, Quickr Racks

I looked into 1Up and Quikr racks very seriously last fall. I like how they looked and construction quality seems great. Echoing Lex's points, their design and functionality are *inherently* unfriendly for bikes with fenders, which most of my bikes have. I've spent way too much time fretting o

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