I ride alone 95% of the time; especially since my local Rivendell/Surly/All
City sort of hipster shops all closed down. I used to like going on their
weekend rides.
I find myself not working currently so I can ride during the week, middle of
the day, whenever.
I like the exercise aspect of rid
This is happening on the Homer. It has a large saddle bag but when I was
riding yesterday, with maybe 5 or 7 pounds on the rear rack, it still had
wobble going about 12mph. I did buy it used but it's the factory fork. I
think it may also have something to do with the handlebars. They are
al
Yep, looks just like my 56cm Toyo. I believe that was outed here or on the ibob
list when it was listed by The Pro's Closet. That looks like a pretty good deal.
Chris
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Leah, terribly sorry I somehow missed this thread otherwise could have solved
your dilemma days ago or in one of the emails I clobbered you with the last
couple days.
I have the black versions of those very same fenders on my Polyvalent. The
mounting point on the Polyvalent is different though
Congrats on the Sam, Nathan. I have an older, orange 56 canti-Sam and almost
every ride has the same impact that your first ride did. Even if I’m not up
for a ride or feel like I’m going for a ride just to get the exercise, a
transformation Usually occurs. At some point in the ride (usually e
Great info, thank you for sharing, and thank you Anton for the resource!
Cody
Key West, FL
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That's interesting advice, masmojo. I pictured the bracket being stiffer, but
they're very light so I bet you're right that it should be pretty easy for her
to bend down around the curve of the fender. You can do the job, Leah!
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It's back. Now in Santa Cruz with a rack and bag added at double the price 🤷
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/bik/d/santa-cruz-rivendell-bicycle-works/7099658154.html
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Yes, Joe is right, the bracket is much stiffer than I anticipated. I really
thought I’d be able to bend that sucker into place, but it’s fairly unyielding.
Yes, I can have my husband try to manhandle it, but since it’s so thick I’m
afraid we won’t get bent in the right shape and it will be a rat
I had the same issue with my Hilsen when using a brevet bag with very
moderate weight and rack. I since no longer use that set up but shimmy
persisted.
The culprit ended up being the tires–my beloved Jack Brown greens. Bike
shop said tires vary in how "true" they're manufactured–to use my own
Leah,
Your video reminded me of the “hairmet” on The TV show Scrubs.
https://youtu.be/OL0GkcO05JE
John
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John, this was worth the watch - I laughed out loud on my walk like a fool. 😂
I think The Ponytail Helmet (TM) is more aesthetically appealing, however. And
no prescription necessary. 🤣🤣🤣
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> On Mar 27, 2020, at 9:36 AM, Surlyprof wrote:
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> Leah,
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> Your video reminded me
Interesting. I ride Antelope Hills.
On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 12:33:53 PM UTC-4, Sean on Bike wrote:
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> I had the same issue with my Hilsen when using a brevet bag with very
> moderate weight and rack. I since no longer use that set up but shimmy
> persisted.
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> The culprit ended up bei
Guessing someone got it at $700 and is flipping it.
On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 11:31:36 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> It's back. Now in Santa Cruz with a rack and bag added at double the price
> 🤷
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> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/bik/d/santa-cruz-rivendell-bicycle-works/7099658154.ht
I hope this person who also owns an Atlantis and clearly knows what they bought
is willing to budge a LOT off that price. Not to me, I don't need it, but
someone who could have paid $700 and enjoyed a nice bike to ride.
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I just pulled my trusty MUSA blue chambray shirt out of the wash and it is
on its last legs, so to speak - significant fraying at the cuffs and
collar, worn elbows, missing buttons. I happened to get Grant on the phone
yesterday during a call to HQ on an unrelated matter, and when I pivoted to
Greetings,
I ride solo almost everyday. I never get bored and If I didn’t have a family I
could see myself creeping into Freddy Hoffman territory. Almost 95% of my
rides are out and backs from my Seattle home and none of them are ever exactly
the same path. I have several basic ride “routes” an
Price drop. $800. shipped to CONUS.
Clayton Scott
HBG,CA
On Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 1:58:02 PM UTC-7, Clayton.sf wrote:
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> Hi All,
>
> Have a 52cm Clem Mustard H frame (high top tube) for sale.
> It is in almost new condition except for a scratch in the downbube.
> Straight, never crashed, n
I could see The Ponytail Helmet (TM) as having a vertical opening, about
two inches wide, going from the top of head to top of neck, so you could
accommodate any placement of ponytail, except for a side-pony (hey, perhaps
a second product idea?). Me?--I have short curly hair, so I'm going with
You all need one of these:
I wore one of these back in the day … but without a ponytail.
--Eric Norris
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@CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram)
> On Mar 27, 2020, at 12:24 PM, Roberta wrote:
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> I could see The Ponytail Helmet (TM) as having a vertical opening, about two
> inche
Yeah, pretty lame...
On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 10:53:28 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> I hope this person who also owns an Atlantis and clearly knows what they
> bought is willing to budge a LOT off that price. Not to me, I don't need
> it, but someone who could have paid $700 and enjoyed a
I think they'd compliment each other very well, and I'm thinking I'd want a
step thru like a Chev, myself.I have a MIT AHH and the ride is light
and spirited. I've ridden the Chev and is solid and stable. I think
between the two, you might have all the bikes you need.
On Thursday, March
Or maybe they are currently out of work and this is a way to feed their
family for a few more days.
Don't know the seller, but have a few friends struggling right now or soon
and I would be the last to judge them for a move like this.
Clayton Scott
HBG, CA
On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 12:34:40
I've been thinking about a Cheviot as a compliment to my Clem, wanting a
"go-faster-feeling" bike for road riding and light loads. My Clem is great
for dirt trails, rough roads and grocery runs. Though I enjoy the ride,
light and spirited is what I'm after for bike #2. (I like that
descriptio
Joyce, what are we, the same exact person???
I love my Clementine, same as you, but I *also* want something spirited and
light, but not a diamond frame. I’m really hoping those Cheviots happen late
summer because I’ll be getting one in that batch. I had the same caveat as you
- I told Vince I w
Thanks guys! I'm really excited about how it turned out.
Gabriel, I'm running 26" Ritchey Vantage Experts. The ETs measure 2.5" wide
and 2 5/16" tall.
i
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Well it's like this. Old Days Joe would have more thoughts on this and stir it
up bad and Cyclofiend Jim would eventually have to clean up the thread, then
give up and kill it. With a pinned note up top there to remind me this was all
a bad idea.
But New Nice Joe is going to shut up now becaus
And Gabriel, that Rockhopper is amazing
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Joyce,
I've owned 4 Clems (2 L, 2 H) and a Cheviot - which probably means I have a
problem, but that's another story! 🤪 - and think I can double-up a bit on
Leah's thoughts.
The Chev is often misunderstood as a cruiser/tourer-type bike because of the
mixte look but in reality it's a light-ish
Bump, how about $80 shipped for the RH Tires?
On Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 7:54:56 AM UTC-7, Collin A wrote:
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> 700x28 teravail rampart tires sold.
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> The 700x35 teravail cannonballs and 700x35 Rene Herse BJP tires remain.
>
> On Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 7:20:13 PM UTC-7, Collin A wrote:
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Hello Friends,
Can anyone identify what fenders are in this photo from rivendell's blug?
https://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/185091706269/who-rides-an-appaloosa-john-a-familiar-face-in
I messaged them to ask if they knew what size tires and model of fender and
the answer was the tires were 2.25"
Those look great. Anyone have any experience with both those and the wavie
bars? Any preference?
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My experience is different. For me both Clem L and Cheviot are similar
regarding effort to speed ratio. I have not found the Cheviot any speedier
than the Clem. The Clem does better in rough stuff and is an equal on the
road. Cheviot is easier to mount and dismount with load. Both are NOT bikes
I missed out on the original ad (bummer), but this new clem seems like a
fine bicycle.
Thanks Clayton for helping keep things in perspective.
>From my Porch Office,
Collin in Sacramento
On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 12:58:32 PM UTC-7, Clayton.sf wrote:
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> Or maybe they are currently out of work
I have both the Wavie and Getaround bar. The getaround is really fun for
mountian biking and adventurous around town ridding. The Wavie bar is also
great at those tasks but also much more comfortable on long rides since it
has a little more back sweep and a nice forward hand position. That’s how
Maybe sim works? https://www.sim.works/collections/fenders-simworks-by-honjo
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Wow- that is the best representation of Honjo fenders ever!
I too wanted the same for my JA.
> On Mar 27, 2020, at 2:58 PM, maxcr wrote:
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> Maybe sim works? https://www.sim.works/collections/fenders-simworks-by-honjo
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SimWorks by Honjo. I believe this is the fender on that Appaloosa.
https://sim.works/collections/fenders-simworks-by-honjo/products/smooth-62?variant=24951437955
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I would argue that you're a very experienced rider doing high mileage days on
bikes Rivendell doesn't make. In my opinion the comparison I made applies
better to the riding and bicycle interests of Joyce and Leah.
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Joe, You are advising them that the Cheviot rides "faster" than the Clem
and the Cheviot is a road bike.
I am saying they are both the same for ME from a effort to speed ratio.
If they really want a faster bike, I suggest they get something else based
on MY experiences. A Roadini or Roadeo per
Yes, I'm telling them my experience with both bikes, and applying it to what I
know about their riding. I have no problem with them having both opinions, this
is an opinion forum.
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Honestly, the more input the better. I feel like the Cheviot isn’t discussed
much/enough. I was thrilled to see the cool Montanan featured on the Blug with
hers this week.
But why is this? Is the Cheviot seen and used more as an about town bike and
not for other types of rides?
Whatever anyo
I *do* think Chevs get tagged as "about town bikes", as I alluded to earlier
about the mixte look somewhat disguising the Rivendell road bike it really is.
Ok maybe it's a Country Bike; Roadeo and Roadini are the true Riv road bikes.
To me it's a Homer or Sam with a lower toptube.
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Now that guy's (or lady's) Atlantis is for sale, too, with the story that
he/she has too many Rivs. So basically I have no idea, may everyone get the
Rivs they want at prices they can live with.
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Is is possible it could be these 63mm VO fenders?
Looks like it , including the kick-in bend for the rear to make room for
the chainrings
https://velo-orange.com/collections/fenders/products/vo-fluted-63mm-fenders-700c
On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 6:01:45 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> SimWor
I'm not sure...
One thing Leah has been exploring and I'm contemplating is new tires. AHH
has good tires (RBW lister built up the bike). With every Riv I've tested
otherwise, they have been on not so great (as I've been told) Kenda tires.
I don't know enough about bikes to know if the other
Basement cleanout of older handlebars. All of the below ships from Georgia
zipcode 30040. Pics at
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1fa0woQ5CT1ZrVdPOsqz0iJ7KvAlYtxj8
*Bosco Bar* w/ ends trimmed shorter – Steel – approx. 54mm c-to-c after
trimming. Remaining straight portion of bar is app
Those are good lines in the sand, Roberta. Admittedly most Rivs aren't
massively far apart in weight and ride, but Cheviot is to AHH as Joe A is to
Atlantis, and Clem is on the stouter Hillibike side where Joe A and Atlantis
live. In..my..opinion.
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Could not agree more than with Joe and Roberta. Hopefully after Leah’s walk
she reads the wisdom both of you present about tubes and models.
Sincerely,
Ryan Hankinson
West Michigan
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Hi folks,
Like the subject line says, I'd looking to swap/exchange my Billie Bars for
a set of Wavie Bars. These Billie's are in good condition, have only
lightly been used and some light beusage.
Please let me know if you're interested.
Thanks!
Al
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Pending sales on the bosco's and rack.
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> Basement cleanout of older handlebars. All of the below ships from
> Georgia zipcode 30040. Pics at
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>
>
> *Bosco Bar* w/
I'm in the minority. I had get around bars mated to a Nitto hi-riser stem on
my quickbeam and I did not like them. If someone reads this and wants mine,
please buy them!
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Now if you REALLY want a go-fast Riv, go track down a Frank Jones Señor
singlespeed like I just did. It's like, it's flexy, there's a strong chance I'm
at least 10 pounds too heavy for it 😬
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Bosco and Rack sold.
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> Pending sales on the bosco's and rack.
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> On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 7:47:12 PM UTC-4, RDS wrote:
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>> Basement cleanout of older handlebars. All of the below ships from
>> Georgia zipcode 30040. Pics at
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I am very interested in this topic of What Is A Cheviot, but I’m thinking of
starting a new thread for fear of hijacking this one. I don’t have any
knowledge to contribute about the Homer (but our Roberta does!) and am more
interested in soliciting info re: the Cheviot. It’s just that I’ve star
We're all (most of us, at least a lot of us) stuck at home and could use all
the threads that are fit to print. Start a new thread yo!
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Bicycle Belle started this topic on another thread and I think it would be
interesting to dive into. I think it's a road bike or Country Bike like a
Homer, someone else said it was kinda equal to a Clem, and Will @ Riv uses his
as a 2-speed on dirt trails (but he's crazy!). What do YOU think a C
A Mixte Tube Hillborne.
And I’ll tell you, sometimes I feel like my HIllborne is my fastest road bike.
> On Mar 27, 2020, at 8:11 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> Bicycle Belle started this topic on another thread and I think it would be
> interesting to dive into. I think it's a road bike or Countr
That’s one tough answer to beat!
John
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That was my impression, too. Which is why on the other thread, I thought
AHH/Chev combination would be great complimentary bikes. I could see
myself with these two bikes in retirement. Or, just a mixte, if it was
light and spiritedly like my AHH.
There is something special about a mixte. I
Interesting. A Hillborne (another bike I’ve never ridden). So, a Hillborne is a
road bike?
To everyone else who has a Cheviot and wants to share, do you ride it like you
would a road bike? Or is it for city trips and shopping? Does it limit you in
any way? I’m supposed to get a Cheviot when th
I can bend it fairly easily with my thumbs just holding it in my hand, mounted
to the bike and using the fender itself as a fulcrum, it should bend even
easier.
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Hmmm...well, if that is as you say, I’ll try this tomorrow! With a video first
to make sure I’m not breaking crap, you know...
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> On Mar 27, 2020, at 9:12 PM, masmojo wrote:
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> I can bend it fairly easily with my thumbs just holding it in my hand,
> mounted to the bike and
Leah, I'd happily be your twin! You want the sparkly red paint on your
Chev and I'll have to hold out for a beautiful blue. Thanks for sharing
what Vince told you. I love that idea of a Susie-version. Now I wonder
how long we will have to wait for the next batch of Chevs.
On Friday, March
One of the few Rivs I've never owned or tried is Sam Hillborne. Its direct
predecessor was the Bleriot, which was the first Taiwan version of the
Toyo/MUSA Saluki/AHH. I've owned all of those, they all had road calipers and I
consider them road/country bikes.
BUT, Sam has come at various times
Joe, thanks so much for the encouragement and your ideas for how to lighten
up this baby. I'll be interested to see what comes of this discussion. I
can see myself with fenders and a saddlebag with a rack or some sort of bag
support if needed with the objective of keeping it light and agile.
Corona Clean Up of the Garage...
Apologies in advance for any "For Sale" faux pas, as this is really my
first attempt at selling stuff on here.
I am a Riv nerd with four rivs so over the years I have collected a bunch
of different bags and things in an attempt to dial things up just the way I
Which btw was sort of answer to "Is Sam Hillborne a road bike?"
Anybody else here have Cheviot impressions?
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Sending you an email about a couple of the bags!
Thanks,
David Lipsky
Berkeley, CA
On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 10:22:09 PM UTC-7, Ahmed Elgasseir wrote:
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> Corona Clean Up of the Garage...
> Apologies in advance for any "For Sale" faux pas, as this is really my
> first attempt at selling stuff
Great!
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> David Lipsky
> Berkeley, CA
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> On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 10:22:09 PM UTC-7, Ahmed Elgasseir wrote:
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>> Coron
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