Re: [RBW] Are Paul brakes worth the money?

I have two bikes with Paul levers and love them. I upgraded my Black Mountain Cycles monstercross with Paul Neo Retro cantis and really like them and a significant improvement over the Tektros that I originally had on the bike. Randy in WI On Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 9:30:48 PM UTC-5 John Dew

Re: [RBW] Re: New Platypus Lug

Interesting how our tastes are so individual. I greatly prefer the lugged joint. I was looking at the pictures in the newsletter, without consciously noticing what had changed, and thinking to myself: "why did I dismiss this model until now? These are just about perfect." Does anybody kno

[RBW] Re: FS Frost River bags, Nitto lugged seat post, Bananna bags

Sure. I'll sell the cranks. PM me and let me know which ones you're interested in. Frank On Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 7:41:34 PM UTC-5 John Hawrylak, Woodstown NJ wrote: > Are you selling the cranks in the picture??? > > John Hawrylak > Woodstown NJ > > On Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 5:41:04 

Re: [RBW] Re: New Platypus Lug

It’s a lug that could use a little something to make it look less klunky. I’m not a fan of the part that connects the stays… To me it looks like old plumbing fittings. If it were shaped a bit more elegantly, it would look so much better.On Oct 9, 2023, at 7:51 AM, DavidP wrote:Keith, the BB shell

Re: [RBW] Re: New Platypus Lug

YES! I was having hard time figuring out why I didn’t like it. This is exactly it! I usually LOVE lugged frames, but this lug feel unfinished so o my eye. As I said before; the fillet made it flow and I think a similar flow could have been made here with a different shape. But the way the stays jus

[RBW] Platy chain interference with VO 63mm fenders

Hi, I have a Platy with freshly-installed 62mm fenders. I have the Riv 38/24 crankset and the chain interferes with the fender on the small chainring. Does anyone have photos of their fender trimming job they would be willing to share? Or perhaps the number of mm you removed? I'm trying to red

Re: [RBW] Re: What shoes does your Riv wear?

After plugging in my info to all three of these calculators, I get basically the same result - within 1 lb psi. SRAM’s loses points with me for only listing 650 and 700 as wheel size values (boo!).On Oct 7, 2023, at 2:23 PM, Ted W wrote:Thanks for the link, Brian. I’m adding that to the collectio

Re: [RBW] Are Paul brakes worth the money?

I've been on the lookout for a set of Paul Racer brakes for my rim brake bike. I tend to find that cheaper U brakes have too much spring tension and are not adjustable. My expectation is that Paul with be a very nicely made brake with much more tweakability that I'll enjoy. I probably should ju

Re: [RBW] Deal alert: Five Ten cycling shoes on sale ($63)

Even though the sale is over, I figured I'd chime in on the shoes: They're the closest thing I've found to the early 80's touring shoes. The soles (on the basic version, which is what I have) are stiff enough to ride hard, road-style, (on the balls of the feet, with clips & straps,) and soft en

Re: [RBW] Craigslist 54cm Hunqapillar, $2250, Sunnyvale CA

Hi folks, I am waiting to hear back from the seller, but if it's still available, I am hoping to buy it. I live in Portland, Oregon, and may need help facilitating the purchase. Is there someone in the Sunnyvale area who may be able to help? I have a bike shop in Palo Alto who will pack and s

Re: [RBW] What shoes does your Riv wear?

If you're slicks curious I'd recommend plain old Gravelkings. I run all 650b sizes but I think they make 700x43. You can get them in pairs for really good prices (I just got 2 sets on bikesmiths.com for around $50-60 per pair with free shipping) and let's face it they are made in same place as Si

[RBW] WTB - Atlantis or Appaloosa 54/55

Does anyone have a atlantis or appo frame that they are looking to sell? 54/55cm. Located in Philly, can travel around the mid-atlantic for pickup. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: What shoes does your Riv wear?

Excellent take Jeremy! Ted, I mistakenly thought the RH models mentioned in the original post were their slick equivalents. My bad, didn't mean to push GK slicks on you! In my experience the other GravelKing options SS and SK were pretty ok but not the same experience (even on gravelly type stuf

Re: [RBW] Re: What shoes does your Riv wear?

Tubeless vs non tubeless is probably thread drift... both are fine. One gets pinch flats at low pressures (which has a lot of nice applications) and the other doesn't. I've had good luck and slight misfortunes with both! But yeah, all about wider tires and no/nominal knobs with fenders for anyt

[RBW] Re: Another 26" Atlantis build

Man, just built up a bike, but these got me looking to do another (which I can’t afford, unfortunately). Nice looking bike. On Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 3:40:05 PM UTC-4 Brian Turner wrote: > Looks like these old 26"ers are getting a lot of love around here this > past week. I thought I'd

[RBW] WTB: Allrounder 54/55cm

Hi All, I am trying to track down a used Atlantis/Appaloosa/Platypus frame in a 55ish. Located in Philly, so mid-Atlantic is ideal, but would be happy to ship. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from t

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

An absolutely perfect bike!P. W.~(917) 514-2207~On Oct 5, 2023, at 9:43 AM, danielle da cruz wrote:Thanks Joe, me too! They’re calling it Sergio green. It is so pretty and definitely falls into that faerie-elvish category that Grant recently remarked on (warned against?) when encouraging more bla

[RBW] FS: 63 cm Romulus

Original owner 63cm Romulus purchased in Walnut Creek. $800 or best offer photos attached Standard Riv Build: Tiagra hubs Alex adventurer2 rims Schwalbe/Armadillo 700x35 tires 105 derailers shimano std reach side pull brakes shimano sora triple crank nitto s65 seatpost nitto 46 cm Noodle handleb

[RBW] FS: Clem Smith Jr. 59cm - Blue

Clem 4 Sale - 59cm I would like to get $2000+ ship Shipping will likely be much cheaper than from Riv., I'm thinking around $125-150. Lightly used. Maybe 150-ish miles, but drivetrain and brakes haven’t been used, I swapped out as soon as I got it. Selling as shown w/ seahorse pedals, pletscher

Re: [RBW] Re: Carrying groceries on your bike

I’ve been very happy with my Burly Nomad , and generally leave the hitch mounted on the bike most of the time. I’m not certain why trailers are not used by more people. I find it safer and easier to manage loads. Takes up a bit more space where ever you may be

[RBW] retrofitting for Rohloff speedhub

Friends, I'm wondering if anyone has tried retrofitting their Rivendell to use a Rohloff hub with a carbon belt drive instead of a chain. Am at the exploration stage. TIA for any thoughts about this, especially if you've actually tried it out! Jerry McMahon -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: FS: 63 cm Romulus

Sounds like quite a deal! Any chance for some pictures? They're mentioned but not included :) On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 12:03:41 PM UTC-4 bapete...@gmail.com wrote: > Original owner 63cm Romulus purchased in Walnut Creek. $800 or best offer > photos attached > > Standard Riv Build: > Tiagr

Re: [RBW] retrofitting for Rohloff speedhub

As far as retrofitting a frame, the stays that Riv uses are plenty beefy to accept the Paragon seatstay splitter. This is not cheap as you would also need new drop outs, you might be better off with a Thron. vtw On Mon, Oct 9, 2023 at 9:04 AM Gerard McMahon wrote: > Friends, I'm wondering if

[RBW] Re: FS: 63 cm Romulus

I bought the 61 sibling of this 63. It is a sensational deal. The seller is a peach. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 9:03:41 AM UTC-7 bapete...@gmail.com wrote: > Original owner 63cm Romulus purchased in Walnut Creek. $800 or best offer > photos attached > > Stand

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith Jr. 59cm - Blue

@Conner - Can you post a picture of the seat tube lug has some paint missing? Thank-you. Kim Hetzel. On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 9:04:03 AM UTC-7 connorb...@gmail.com wrote: > Clem 4 Sale - 59cm > I would like to get $2000+ ship > Shipping will likely be much cheaper than from Riv., I'm thinki

Re: [RBW] Craigslist 54cm Hunqapillar, $2250, Sunnyvale CA

It's listed now as sold. About a week ago. On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 9:01:08 AM UTC-7 Jordan Rosenblum wrote: > Hi folks, > > I am waiting to hear back from the seller, but if it's still available, I > am hoping to buy it. I live in Portland, Oregon, and may need help > facilitating the pu

Re: [RBW] WTB - Atlantis or Appaloosa 54/55

Adam, sent you a private message about a 55cm Appaloosa frame, fork, headset and bottom bracket in British, racing green. Dustin in VAOn Oct 9, 2023, at 12:01 PM, Adam Bowen wrote:Does anyone have a atlantis or appo frame that they are looking to sell? 54/55cm. Located in Philly, can travel aroun

Re: [RBW] Craigslist 54cm Hunqapillar, $2250, Sunnyvale CA

Hi Joe, I am not sure if your last comment was directed toward me, but as I indicated in my prior message, I submitted my last comment on October 1st (I am now replying to your message on the 8th). This is the peril of posting a comment when it has a timely concern, and one is in the probat

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

Thank you Max and Philip! I'm really enjoying the color scheme and how it plays with the changing leaves on the ground. It had its own fall yesterday when a strong gust of wind knocked it over at a coffee shop. A little less precious everyday On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 12:03:25 PM UTC-4 ph

[RBW] Re: Platy chain interference with VO 63mm fenders

Ah Ha. Mine was crimped but I thought it was shipping damage so I un-crimped it before it was installed. It looked like more of a dent than a crimp. I don't think it will provide enough clearance but maybe I'll try there first. I'm running a 9 speed cassette. On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 12:0

Re: [RBW] Deal alert: Five Ten cycling shoes on sale ($63)

For a those who missed the sale and are still looking for something like these I can’t recommend Ride Concepts “Vice” shoes enough. I ride them with the MKS monarch pedals and there is no sign of premature wear due to peg damage. The combination grips so well that I sometimes forget I’m not clipped

Re: [RBW] Craigslist 54cm Hunqapillar, $2250, Sunnyvale CA

Ah, no worries. I forgot about the new member moderation thing. On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 10:15:02 AM UTC-7 Jordan Rosenblum wrote: > Hi Joe, > > > I am not sure if your last comment was directed toward me, but as I > indicated in my prior message, I submitted my last comment on October 1st

[RBW] Re: FS: 60CM Quickbeam, super nice build

Wrong link, no price. Help us out, that bike is awesome! Single speed dreaming, Edwin On Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 2:11:01 PM UTC-5 mrb wrote: > Hello! More info here: > https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/d/washington-1990-fat-chance-21-handmade/7673386935.html > > > > Available to s

[RBW] Re: FS: 60CM Quickbeam, super nice build

Ah! I see the link is to both (awesome!) bikes... Fat chance for $1500. Quickbeam for $1200. Edwin On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 2:32:10 PM UTC-5 Edwin W wrote: > Wrong link, no price. Help us out, that bike is awesome! > > Single speed dreaming, > > Edwin > > On Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 2:11

Re: [RBW] Deal alert: Five Ten cycling shoes on sale ($63)

and $70 at Jensen https://www.jensonusa.com/Ride-Concepts-Vice-Shoes-BLACK-105?loc=usa&gclid=CjwKCAjwyY6pBhA9EiwAMzmfwYsHfZH-NI3hE_eE7zbiE_b6A46sSY1ONqkuPJI1kCOnbGr7yz7l9hoCldIQAvD_BwE On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 10:44:20 AM UTC-7 ted.l...@gmail.com wrote: > For a those who missed the sale an

[RBW] Re: retrofitting for Rohloff speedhub

I recall reading this article about it. https://www.cyclemonkey.com/blog/classic-commuter-rohloff-rivendell I’ve been curious myself. I commute on a rohloff surly ogre and love it for a Midwest-winter-proof commuter, but have often considered commuting on a Clem or the like as I prefer the rid

Re: [RBW] Are Paul brakes worth the money?

I love this thread because Bill Lindsay had the perfect answer right off the bat and also predicted how it would go - over a year later and we're still at it. I've run the touring canti's and neo retro's in the past but as of this moment, I have two sets of Motolites (with matching Paul levers

[RBW] Re: What shoes does your Riv wear?

I'm late to the party, and every angle has already been discussed at length, but I still want to shout out the RH knobbies. I'm very happy with them, but more notably for me is that I've recommended them to some riding buddies and then the good word spread like wildfire and now nearly all my ri

Re: [RBW] Are Paul brakes worth the money?

I did a big trail ride today on the Gus. 29” x 2.6” rolled over everything & my Deore v brakes with Love levers never left me wanting.Sent from my iPhoneOn Oct 9, 2023, at 8:32 PM, Jason Fuller wrote:I love this thread because Bill Lindsay had the perfect answer right off the bat and also predict

Re: [RBW] Are Paul brakes worth the money?

@Richard, Wonderful to hear that. Feeling confident. Kim Hetzel. On Mon, Oct 9, 2023, 7:03 PM Richard Rose wrote: > I did a big trail ride today on the Gus. 29” x 2.6” rolled over everything > & my Deore v brakes with Love levers never left me wanting. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Oct 9, 2023

[RBW] Re: FS: 63 cm Romulus

PM Sent On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 9:03:41 AM UTC-7 bapete...@gmail.com wrote: > Original owner 63cm Romulus purchased in Walnut Creek. $800 or best offer > photos attached > > Standard Riv Build: > Tiagra hubs > Alex adventurer2 rims > Schwalbe/Armadillo 700x35 tires > 105 derailers > shiman

[RBW] Re: What shoes does your Riv wear?

Jason, I'm digging the 650B × 42 Pumpkin Ridge for crappy road/mellow dirt riding, but they feel a smidge narrow and skittish on some of the gnarlier terrain I've discovered since moving here. I have room for 48s, should I dump cash - it's a LOT of cash - into Juniper Ridges? Joe Bernard O