To Doug's comments on Clem L:
I put a local rider with spine issues on one about 2 years ago to suit her
need for a comfortable upright ride. She is mostly on pavement, but some
of that is coarse chipseal. We built the bike with Continental "Basketball"
tires instead of Schwalbes to get a live
To FURTHER foul up the decision-making process, did you all read in Grant’s
Blahg that they are working on the Roscopus? See below:
3. Rosco-Plats: Like the Platypus, but less lugged, and with 100 percent
straight, strong, safe, beautiful CLEM forks that just happened to have the
threaded rack
iamkeith, no worries… in my angst-filled journey of new bicycle
calculations, many factors have influenced me.
Leah… I favor lugs & fillet brazing! For me, it is an investment worth
making.
In my humble peanut gallery opinion, they should have made the differences
between the Gus & Susie mod
I have a Neutrino also, but is has a lot of purple Paul components. It is
kind of a replacement for my Bike Friday, that I no longer ride, due to
being too heavy for the Bike Friday now. My Neutrino is a single speed. As
Joe says, it rides pretty normal. I haven't done any long rides on the
Neu
It seems to me Patrick you're questioning no one but your own question.
You're gonna ride where and how you're gonna ride regardless of what anyone
says.
All the deferring to "technology" is but more of the same old worn out
systems of faith/good vs. evil/dual-ism. That it's presented or maske
Hey all,
Looking for a Medium ShopSack in Olive, Tan or (preferably Khaki #9).
Thanks!
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Laura , the reason the Gus and Susie Longbolts are so similar is because
they are of the same blueprint, with slightly\ lighter tubing and a
threaded stem denoting the Susie. If one wants a step-thru Riv has other
bikes, or have a custom made. I know people balk at customs because of the
price,
My reference to 'dirt' showing up less on black was imprecise. By 'dirt' I
meant that filth that turns black due to grease, oil or other lubricants. I
prefer silver components myself since I can better tell when they need a
good cleaning. The only experience I've had with black was on a car I
o
Andrew, I have the same brake lever/bar setup as you (44cm bars) on my
bikes. The levers are tilted in just slightly; two or three degrees I'd
guess. I've run them this way as long as I can remember so it feels
natural. No drawback to turning the levers in if that's your sweet spot.
Best,
Rich
+1 on the White Industries freewheel. I need to pull my 17t model from the
parts box and put it on my desk - while waiting for the RoadUno.
Best,
Rich in ATL
On Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 11:56:17 AM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> This is a quote from Grant's Blagh:
>
> 2. RoadUno: A one-speed
For some reason, I decided to do my Personal Rivendell Timeline (frames & 1
complete):
01) 12/18/2012 - $950 - Sam Hillborne - 56 cm, Blue headtube special, DTT,
sidepulls (since sold, replaced by the orange Sam)
02) 11/27/2014 - $1800 - Bombadil - 52 cm, Hunq green, diagatube, tentacles
03) 03/
I didn't take Laura's comments as "criticism" of the Susie design. But
Garth is right about it just being a light version of the gus. I almost
got the feeling that it was an afterthought. Like they knew they needed a
1 1/8" headset and a reasonably heavy duty tubeset if Gus was going to be
Garth… I hope my post did not read as demanding or complaining! It was
meant as a thoughtful opinion, especially in light of the Gus/Susie
possible demise. Riv has begun to make less expensive tig-welded frames in
large part, I assume, because people requested them. Enough customer
opinions r
Laura, you're just expressing thoughts and opinions like everybody else.
Garth is weirdly targeing you and needs to knock it off.
Joe Bernard
On Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 9:37:55 AM UTC-8 me2g...@gmail.com wrote:
> Garth… I hope my post did not read as demanding or complaining! It was
> me
Well Laura, In the art of communication I swear it's miracle we understand
anything at all about anyone and anything ! Hence, I find the idea that we
*ought.
should, could or would *know just the perfect thing to say at all times,
"or else" we either play the part of the mis-understand-er or
Hey Joe ..It's all fun and games when it's "Party on Garth ", right
Joe ?
On Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 2:22:45 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> Laura, you're just expressing thoughts and opinions like everybody else.
> Garth is weirdly targeing you and needs to knock it off.
>
> Joe B
It’s been a couple weeks, so I suppose this post is due for a bump. About
half the items sold, but there are still quite a few Items left.
It might be more efficient to email me directly with the item(s) you want
in the subject line.
Thanks,
Drew
On Sunday, November 28, 2021 at 1:43:15 PM UTC-
I did use the word “should” which are fighting words! Yes, I was describing
a very non-Susie bike. For that, I stand corrected. But, I am someone that
longed for a Susie for months only to pass on a purchase. It is impossible
to play mental gymnastics without visualizing the bike I would want to
Hey Joe ..It's all fun and games when it's "Party on Garth ", right
Joe ?
You see, I don't know if your being sarcastic, endearing, an ass or a saint
when you say that. So for examples sake I ask "Why are you targeting
me, do you think I like it ? Do you think I find it endearing,
Tangential, but this is very interesting, since I too find that certain
"fast" bikes are heavier ones; this all-round and not merely on hills. Was
it here or on the boblist that there was a recent thread about what makes a
bike "fast"? At any rate, IME, it's not at all just weight. (Judging "fast"
I see Laura B’s thread about Susie vs. Platy, and Iconley’s timeline with
15 Riv bikes, and so I thought I’d ask:
What made you buy your first Rivendell bicycle?
Not “What do you like about Rivendell bicycles”, or “Why did you buy a
second one?”, but why did you buy your first?
In my case
I
"He delighted to tread upon the brink of meaning."
Sorry, Garth, couldn't resist, just yanking your chain; and I do read your
posts instead of deleting them with the huge swathes of posts I delete from
all lists every day.
Back to regular programming.
(The text is from Dr. Johnson reviewing some
Sorry, life of Dryden.
On Sun, Dec 12, 2021 at 1:54 PM Patrick Moore wrote:
> (The text is from Dr. Johnson reviewing some novelist.)
>
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Because I wanted a 26" wheel road bike that handled better than my 1992
XO-1.
Backstory: For some reason I decided about 1990 that 26" wheels were better
for road riding than 700C and, after road-ifying several mountain bikes
(wonderful 1991 Stumpjumper Team was the summit and apex) I discovered
t
Don't tempt me, man, don't tempt me.
On Sat, Dec 11, 2021 at 9:37 PM Joe Bernard wrote:
> Patrick,
>
> The Neutrino rides pretty normal to me. If I ride it back-to-back with my
> wa long and mellow custom the V-O feels notably short-coupled and
> quicker steering, but that's fun..I wanted th
Now this is certainly true.
On Sun, Dec 12, 2021 at 8:31 AM MoVelo wrote:
> My reference to 'dirt' showing up less on black was imprecise. By 'dirt' I
> meant that filth that turns black due to grease, oil or other lubricants.
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OK, I happily concede the point that the two different off-whites that look
the same to me are in fact different. I'll stick with my opinion that the
original white/off-white/cream with red accents is recognizeably a Roadeo,
and looks great. For the original poster, who was/is looking for
ins
Deore Shifters claimed. Two cranksets remain available.
1. Shimano Deore Hollowtech triple crankset. 175mm arms. Model #FC-M591.
They look almost completely unused. I think these were a take off on a
newish team bike that we switched to a 2x or 1x. $40 plus shipping. I can
throw in a bra
Leah is the utmost authority on Platypus vs Clem L so take her words as
certain as much as one can knowing we all seem to get something unique from
the same bicycle. I had the chance to buy a Platypus but decided to get the
Clem L for two reasons...cost and style. I just prefer the Clem lines. I
I received an early flyer/reader in an order from American Cyclery San
Francisco.
After reading the specs on the frames, the Allrounder sounded like a great
compliment to my classic road bike, by the time I ordered one they had gone
to customs and the Atlantis was replacing the Allrounder.
I w
+ another one on the freewheel. I think I'll get one and fiddle with it at
my desk while I consider another single speed...
Doug
On Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 10:49:08 AM UTC-5 RichS wrote:
> +1 on the White Industries freewheel. I need to pull my 17t model from the
> parts box and put it on
Grant is on a roll with bicycle frames...pun intended. I like that he is
putting out frames for a variety of uses and at different prices points. I
do believe drop-tubes make for the most forgiving and accessible bicycles.
Doug
On Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 12:09:49 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
Thanks, Eric, for kicking off this thread and to everyone who responded! I
put down a deposit for a Roadeo over the summer and have decided to go with
black and cream for the frame. These images are really helping me visualize
my options when it comes to the build.
Pretty certain I’m going wit
I’ve been watching obsessively for it to show up on their website again, and no
luck so far….. unless someone snatched it up very quickly!
andrew in Calgary
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> On Dec 9, 2021, at 2:14 PM, Scott Calhoun wrote:
>
> I bought it from TPC recently (in 2021--maybe 6 months ago),
Hi, missed the November sale in black canvas. If anyone has one they are
not using please send me a PM.
Thanks.
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I ride mine swiveled in almost in line with the flair of the drops. I find
it much more comfortable.
On Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 8:13:01 PM UTC-5 Berkeleyan wrote:
> I'm still dialing in my brake lever (Tiagra) position on my wide (48cm)
> Noodles, before I tape the bars and commit to th
My first adult bike was a 1995 Trek 730 Multitrack and I thought it was the
perfect bike for me, but as I learned more about bikes, I discovered I
wanted way more tire clearance (730 = 40mm, barely) and a much longer
top-tube. I was a fan of quite a few smaller bike brands and wanted
something
Ah yes, Rivendell models come and go with great frequency. I tell people, if
you see what you like, buy it. Chances are it won't be there later. Some models
were made in more quantity so your chances at a resale are better. Some are
very scarce.
To Doug's comment, I would reply, if you think
Color matters, too. The new/last Susie run will be in Dark Gold and
LimeOlive and hoo buddy those are pretty colors!
On Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 2:32:42 PM UTC-8 Fullylugged wrote:
> Ah yes, Rivendell models come and go with great frequency. I tell people,
> if you see what you like, buy
Christ,
I love the black and cream frame choice. FWIW, I think David's Sam looks
fantastic with the silver cranks -- are they Rene Herse? -- and the black
rims.
Jason in L.A.
On Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 5:26:36 PM UTC-5 chris@gmail.com wrote:
> Thanks, Eric, for kicking off this
A good friend of mine from high school and college told me in 2001 that if I
ever bought a bike, it’d be a Rivendell. He told me I just seemed like a Riv
guy. I did not even ride back then, but I remembered and thought that if I ever
started riding, I’d look into Rivendell.
I thought about get
(( ( ( Laughing with delight on the brink of meaning . at
least of the human variety ! ) ) ) )
I do find the quote hilarious and am in no way oh-fended at all by your use
of it ! I cannot disagree with it. I'm sure you can relate in *some* way
lest the phrase even come
Why? Because I had an insurance settlement from getting doored in west
Berkeley, and I had a RBW catalogue in hand, having previously bought
Moustache Bars for my Novara XR "cross" bike from REI. I wrote to Grant,
and we settled on a 65cm LongLow frame. He took in all my specs, and the
frame wa
Oh, boy, am I enjoying this thread. Laura, our stories are similar and I
was in your position just 4 1/2 years ago. We are the same age. Feel free
to jump to executive summary, for those of you who know my story.
Background:
In HS, I bought a bike in '75 or so (perhaps the same model that yo
I read a review of a Riv Road in Bicycling magazine in the late 90’s and that
review led me to research Rivendell bicycles. That research led me to the BOB
group which soon lead to a custom order for an All Rounder being placed.
Grant made a lot of sense to me in his bike designs and philosophy
Funny, I just responded to Laura's thread and put my story in there.
Steel frame
Rim brakes
Upright riding habit
I was riding a 1990 Specialized Hard Rock mountain bike that I liked but
didn't love any longer and wanted something more comfortable. I knew I
wanted upright riding habit to allevi
nothing is sexier than black 1st Gen Dura Ace.
and i have two bikes with this groupaet.
a Puch Vent Noir
https://photos.app.goo.gl/nY5DFS65ejufNYJ9A
and a Ron Spencer shop brand (probably Harry Quinn built)
https://photos.app.goo.gl/BOg1R7vxov0u9xin2
On Fri., Dec. 10, 2021, 11:39 a.m. Eric Ma
I remember that Bicycling review. "Will people interested in lugged steel
frames and friction shifting pay for it?" 😂
On Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 7:01:57 PM UTC-8 Robert Tilley wrote:
> I read a review of a Riv Road in Bicycling magazine in the late 90’s and
> that review led me to researc
I was looking for a serious touring bike but the offerings from Trek,
Specialized, etc., were all going to require some change to meet my
desires. Then I read a road test in Bikecentennial (now Adventure Cycling)
by John Schubert. His bottom line was if you wanted a serious touring bike
that
PS: The first time I laid eyes on a Rivendell was when I unboxed my
Atlantis. They seemed like nice people that knew what they were doing. 30
minutes out of the box & I was on the road. Within a few miles, I was
blown away at how nicely the bike rode.
PPS: About 10 years ago, a 47cm Atlan
wow roberta, how high is the top tube on the hilsen(?), still that seems
like a strong squat to lift that bike up.
thanks to all the suggestions, those are all the options i've investigated,
but its the lifting part that worries me. i'll have to test lift to see
how well i can handle it.
Just to put the final nail in the Platypus tire clearance debate's coffin:
I'm running the same 2.2" tires as Ray Varella, tubeless, and they fit
great with plenty of mud clearance. I'm not going to take a picture, you'll
just have to believe us! Those Herse tires are the perfect Platypus tires
Whilst perusing the internet I saw a large Cheviot in the inventory at
Community Cycles in Boulder, CO.
https://communitycycles.org/bike-shop/used-bikes-for-sale/
No affiliation or idea if it’s still there.
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