Sure, Jesse. See photos in this post: https://deaconpatrick.org/spring-snow .
They show how far behind the front wheel I am. It is relatively unweighted,
so free to float over anything it encounters. With 27.5+ tires, it has an
outer diameter of close to 30". That gives a lot of rollover clearan
You shouldn't be surprised by that at all. From my time working in bike
retail I can say many $8k+ bikes are sold to people who don't know how to
fix a flat let alone care about gear ratios, pneumatic trail, frame angles,
or even the fact that handlebars can be raised or lowered. Members of the
Bo
I believe Jimmy Carter's Rivs were gifts.
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Yes, Hugh that's my point entirely. I think I'd worry less about the
satisfaction of getting a friction shift right & more about the satisfaction of
changing ones own tire.
On the other hand bike shops are suffering now, they can use all the flats you
have to be fixed!
People who don't know how
Yes, but he is ramping up production, he was having things done in small
batches in LA; if I am not mistaken he's now getting larger batches out of
Taiwan.
Yes, the Nor'Easter is sweet, but would basically be a duplicate of my
Atlantis.
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Is the LHT 26 or 700c?
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Jason,
A visit to my LBSs reveals that the Clems are in the lower cost range
compared to the big makers, and most of the other Rivs are well within the
norm. I hear from these LBSs that sticker shock is pretty common for folks
coming in the door and looking for anything over a basic cruiser --
Andre,
So I'm new to the touring world (and the bike world in general) and I'm
wondering if you know:
- will the bigger rack fit a 26" bike (bridgestone xo-2, 52 cm)
- will the mt campee easily support most panniers? (also going on a 26"
bike), I'm assuming the bigger rack will.
also, I believe th
Hi,
I had my configured with the Albatross bars (steel version) twice over the
years. The one you described sounds like something I did about 8-years ago.
I posted the photo on Flickr. I can no longer access my Flickr account so I
cannot help find it.
The past 3-years I had another set of Alba
Hi all,
The description covers most of this. I'd be fine to get the RBW one, but
would need to weld on a light-mounting tab, and at that point I'd prefer to
just buy the R-14 new. Let me know if anyone has one lying around!
Thanks,
Alex Applegate
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BBDD, I think I've followed along in this thread and a few other related
ones, but to make sure I'm with you: the two bikes in your photo are both
set up for you to ride vs. one of yours and one set up for someone else? I
know angles can on photos can distort distances, but it looks like the
Hi all, I'm on the hunt for a tall handlebar bag. Something like a Large
Gilles Berthoug. Thanks so much!
Sean
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Kurt,
You got it right - those are both my bikes and both are set up for me in that
photo. The 2015 vs the 2019. You notice it by walking by for sure - even if you
aren’t a bike person. I’m telling you it’s a difference you feel, a difference
you see, and it causes real issues on bike racks an
700c, thanks for the clarification...
On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 12:14:13 PM UTC-5, Steven Garen wrote:
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> Is the LHT 26 or 700c?
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Important to note here too is the reality that with the mixte/low swooping
top tube of a Clementine (I persist in calling it that, though technically
the Clem L) and the Hillibikes Gus Boots Willsen et al, a person will "fit"
2-3 frame sizes, so part of the frame buying process is to understand
First Riv was a Blue headtube Sam Hillbourne. I was looking for something
for light touring and the blue headtube versions were on sale ($900?).
Probably found Rivendell through Google. First build was with Peter White
built 48 spoke Velocity Chuckers on Phil/Son hubs - indestructible rims -
mo
I'm an original True Believer. My initiation to being an adult cycling person
was going to a Bridgestone shop with a friend and seeing the XO-1 with
Moustache Handlebars in the catalogue they gave me. I eventually bought a '94
XO-3 and signed up for the Bridgestone Owner's Bunch, which got folde
Looking to trade!
I have: IRD Defiant 94bcd 175 arms
I’d like to trade for 170 or 172.5 arms
Thanks ahead of time!
-J
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Eric, looking at the photo of you next to your Quickbeam, I'm flummoxed. In
which direction did Riv think you should go, larger frame or smaller, or
sideways to a different model?
On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 11:02:40 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote:
> Side note: As readers of this list know, R
I guess around 88-89 I had a pretty decent job and I'd gotten a nice bonus, I
was looking to replace the custom Cruiser I had built with a mountain bike. My
buddy was managing a bike shop in Austin and said he'd help me choose
something. I drove up from Houston and looked at what he had, the two
What's this about the "new" Cheviot? Anyone have details?
Tom
On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 11:22:09 AM UTC-5, Paul Richardson wrote:
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> i've got a wolbis on the way to meet *my* long wheelbase needs. it's my
> wife who's in need of a new bicycle. grant convinced me to wait 'til
> april
On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 10:52:28 AM UTC-7, Pancake wrote:
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> Leah's discussion about long wheel base led to a lot of interesting
> discussions about how people found Rivendell. I'd like to know:
>
>- How you first found out about Rivendell?
>
> 1996 century ride swag bag included a
I first heard of Rivendell in 2015. I had recently bought my first nice
bike (an early Reynolds-tubed Crosscheck), and was poring over forums
learning about parts upgrades, different set-ups, and the like. I saw the
name Rivendell come up frequently, so I checked them out. I wanted an
Atlan
Bump! F/f/hs & wheelset are still available.
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Abe, what a fun and fantastic topic! Thanks for starting it. Look at that
delicious darling baby! 😍 I shall try not to covet her over here, but it’s
asking a lot.
1. How did you find out about Rivendell?
After a life of garage sale Huffys and Walmart specials, I had no taste of
finery in bic
I first heard mocking references to rivendell and grant on forums and
blogs. Read some of Grant's writings. Even though I liked wool, steel,
axes, etc. I joined in the mocking.
On a whim I went by Rivendell. I loved the store and everyone I interacted
with. Every time I've been by I've enj
Oops, the Paul Racers and other Paul bits are also available.
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On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 12:15:45 PM UTC-5, Kurt Henry wrote:
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> BBDD, I think I've followed along in this thread and a few other related
> ones, but to make sure I'm with you: the two bikes in your photo are both
> set up for you to ride vs. one of yours and one set up for someone el
Well, Lester, we’ve been over this. I have the shortest stem money can buy on
that bike now. That’s an old photo. There’s only like 100 posts on this topic,
try to keep up!
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> On Jan 8, 2020, at 2:49 PM, Lester Lammers wrote:
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>> On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 1
@Iambbo APPROVE
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Send all the New Bike Day pics, Leah!
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He matchy-matches clothes and bikes. That's sweet. And hilarious. But mostly
sweet 😉
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Paul! You like step-throughs even more than me!!!
My wheels are all 650B. My stem is a 50. I hope you are wrong wrong wrong
because I really want this bike to work now that I’ve purchased it and decked
it out. I don’t know if it feels twitchy in handling; not that I realize, but
heaven help me
Leah, rest assured! I used a 5cm stem for several years and loved it on
both my QB and Hunqapillar. They both sport Bullmoose, at max height and
also ride beautifully. Others rave about the 3cm and even 0cm stems offered
by someone here recently.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Wednesday, January 8,
Yes and the stem length issue is being directed at a very specific situation,
the Baby Bike. I'm not sure we can use that to compare to other frames.
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Paul, I re-measured my PBH and get 81. Makes more sense.
D. Patrick - that is so encouraging. Truly. I like my bars at max height as
well.
I wish I lived closer to some of your bike folks and you could see the bike and
how it fits and tell me if I’ve gotten it right. It feels right, but it’s
Let's all take a road trip to Nevada! The Bicycle Belle Rivendell Jamboree!
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Leah, sounds like you're doing great and have it well in hand. I took years
to learn to make big changes then dial toward wee ones. If you want,
however, feel free to try the vicarious version of us being there. Ride by
feel. Arms tired? Core sore? Anywhere talking to you? Hands numb? When you
>
> Hi Riv Gang:
>
Rivendell came along to me, and substantially improved my life, in nineteen
and ninety-nine, IIRC.
This was pre-hipster era, before the current boom in customs and the
current availability of good steel bikes.
So one night in 1999, I was drinking beer with The Reverend Re
Yup that’s it.
> On Jan 8, 2020, at 3:06 PM, Chris L wrote:
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> Here is the photo. Sounds like your bike.
>
>
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 11:15:00 AM UTC-6, James Valiensi wrote:
> Hi,
> I had my configured with the Albatross bars (steel version) twice over the
> years. The o
I learned about Rivendell in 1997 when I was educating myself Online on
high-end steel road frames and manufacturers. I ended up buying a Waterford but
became a Riv member shortly thereafter and continued to follow them along with
BQ. I’d always wanted an Atlantis When they were introduced but
Ah, that's a good data point, Patrick. If there's one thing that's almost
universally true in cycling it's this: not-serious cyclists run the saddle too
low, serious cyclists learn this is bad and raise their saddle too high.
Everyone reading this should drop their saddle just a bit lower than t
On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 6:49:42 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> Yes and the stem length issue is being directed at a very specific
> situation, the Baby Bike. I'm not sure we can use that to compare to other
> frames.
I don't necessarily agree. I'm pretty sure stem length effects
Leah, I forgot to ask ...
Are you interested in selling any of those stems you tested? I'm looking
for a 90mm (or 80mm maybe) and would be glad to buy one of yours.
Or maybe a trade for the 80mm dirt drop stem I have on the baby bike right
now, if you are inclined to try a riser stem.
Paul
P.
The bike and bags have been sold. Thanks for looking.
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Thanks for all the delightful stories and photos! This has been so fun to read
through today! Keep those Irvin stories coming.
Abe
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Unless you plan on riding down the trail straddling the top tube, I’d not worry
about it. My Hunq is the same way. Fits great when riding, but no stand over.
I’m not worried about it one bit. I’m done having kids anyway.
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Plus one for low to no stand over clearance and technical trail riding.
This is the set up of both my Hunqapillar and QB and I've ridden Rocky
Mountain trails with and without loads and bailed any number of times and
never once had an issue. If you're bailing onto the top tube, you're doing
it
I'd ridden bikes as a kid and had a Cannondale touring bike in college, but
then nothing for about 15 years. Around 2007 my wife and I decided that
bike riding would be a good family activity for us and our young child. We
got three-speeds (mine was a beat up 67 Raleigh Superbe), but I fell in
Early 2000’s fixie craze. I converted a number of lugged Japanese toad bikes to
fixed and then single speed bikes. Got the taste for lugs and classic looks.
rivendell (and velo orange) sold brakes and other parts that Made these
conversions easier. That was my introduction. Coincidentally, a lot
Should be fairly easy to rig something up with a piece of pvc. Lots of ideas if
you look up fishing pole carrier for bicycles
ie
https://www.instructables.com/id/Fishing-Rod-Holder-for-Your-Bike/
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I’m sorry, Paul, I sold all the stems. I heard stems will sit a while, but they
were snapped right up. I’m sorry!
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> On Jan 8, 2020, at 5:58 PM, Paul Clifton wrote:
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> Leah, I forgot to ask ...
>
> Are you interested in selling any of those stems you tested? I'm looking
Hey Paul,
Can you describe the differences between the roscoe mtnmixtie (I also have one)
and the Clem L?
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"I’m sorry, Paul, I sold all the stems. I heard stems will sit a while, but
they were snapped right up. I’m sorry!"
Wrapped in Christmas ribbon. You couldn't even see what they looked like and
she sold every one immediately. That was crazy!
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Speedblends!
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Joe's comment got me thinking, and I realized I never really said what I
meant to say about the qualities of long bikes. I really didn't mean to
meander off back to Leah's bike fit, and stem shopping. My bad ...
*The opinions expressed in this opinion are entirely opinions. I'm not
trying to
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