[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

I'm OK with purple, I had a '93 XO-2 in a dark metallic purple. Grant had a bit in the '91 catalog about colors (a Note About Color) from a time when anything NOT a dayglo color was a negative point against a bike mo

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

I remember that article. Gotta admit the Ana purple Is growing on me. Maybe Leah should snatch that 50 Platypus On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 4:21:41 AM UTC-6 ascpgh wrote: > I'm OK with purple, I had a '93 XO-2 in a dark metallic purple. Grant had > a bit in the '91 catalog about colors (a

Re: [RBW] WTB: Atlantis MIT 59cm or 62cm Frameset

Hi Randy, here's a 62: https://www.ebay.com/itm/325884390348?hash=item4be0392bcc:g:Q2oAAOSwCL5lUTF6&amdata=enc%3AAQAI4H69YbSU4wdcBp8KdxyP%2BwmhbUXBxhVRtjp%2Bf0oZhmcK3Mnwdg4Vm%2FH6a0IHACApzgCBMcFgllJ0aDC8bXlgZGU7cK4pxRQaI1Gvwp43cWvE3eH2Rca4T%2BhXz%2BHsufFfGgnAujv1dA9WYB88iVQoZaZbqbS4GyrFWm%2

Re: [RBW] WTB: Atlantis MIT 59cm or 62cm Frameset

Thank you! I have not used eBay and forget to check the site when searching. Randy in WI On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 9:44:31 AM UTC-6 dylantho...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Randy, > > here's a 62: > > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/325884390348?hash=item4be0392bcc:g:Q2oAAOSwCL5lUTF6&amdata=enc%

[RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

Nick- What a classic NOVA ride! I grew up in Leesburg and have ridden countless miles on the W&OD ranging from skating to school on it when I was a freshman at Loudoun County High School, up until a few years ago when my folks still lived in the area. I'd be interested in seeing your route and

Re: [RBW] Re: YAHT (Yet Another Handlebar Thread) :D

I couldn't remember offhand while drafting my initial reply exactly which new Crust drop offering I was thinking, but I remembered among their various models there was one with a more classic general shape, 26.0 clamp, and longer ramps than the Noodle and Nitto RM-013. It's the Bonneville and

Re: [RBW] Re: Anna Purple

When my mom was in her 90's, after leading a fairly prim and proper life, she shared her favorite poem with me. "Warning," by Jenny Joseph. Ever since then, I have loved the rebellious spirit of purple! On Sat, Nov 18, 2023 at 5:42 AM Ryan wrote: > > I remember that article. Gotta admit the An

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

Yes, Nick… I would also be very interested in seeing your route. I’ve done the C&O several times, but had no idea there was a parallel rail trail across the Potomac starting at Point of Rocks, I assume? That seems like it would make a nice overnighter without having to retrace your route or get a s

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone else tried the new Riv seat?

Curious if any ladies have tried this saddle yet? Building up an old Schwinn Continental for a friend and trying to decide which saddle to go with for her. Trying to put as much Riv spirit in the build as possible. I think the width is good on the Riv but it seems too long, compared to the dimensi

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell shirts XL - burgundy and heather gray with front pockets

I’m also open to trading anybody for size Large Riv shirts, long sleeves, sweaters or hats or similar. On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 10:19:44 AM UTC-8 Pancake wrote: > $10 each or both for $16, plus shipping unless you want to pick up in > Napa, CA. > > I’m a size smaller now so these sho

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

Ryan, I KNOW. I’m starting to think the same thing. I can sell my Clem, which is just not as loved as my Platypuses, and nearly all the parts should transfer. And if I did, I would deck it out in hyper color. It’s PURPLE. You can have fun with it, right? “Which accent colors?” ALL of them. Lea

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

I like the color of the Platypuses but wouldn't personally purchase one. That said, there are several bike colors that I wouldn't be excited about. I'm more a fan of earth tones and the like. Although, I'm interested to see the new batch of Clems in orange... On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

I just think it suits your colorful personality Leah On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 1:23:31 PM UTC-6 Josh C wrote: > I like the color of the Platypuses but wouldn't personally purchase one. > That said, there are several bike colors that I wouldn't be excited about. > I'm more a fan of eart

[RBW] WTB: Rivendell for 84cm PBH

Hi all, I am looking for a winter project that hopefully has: -35mm tire clearance with fenders -v-brake/cantilever studs -interesting lugs -understated color A 56cm green Simple One would be great, or a Sam Hillborne/Atlantis. I have a soft spot for older flat top tube frames but open to anythi

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone else tried the new Riv seat?

Didn't. Looks comfortable. If it was a little bit narrower I'd keep it. NWT. Never mounted. On Tue, Nov 14, 2023, 10:14 AM Jon Craig (Vendraen) wrote: > Huh - I'm curious. Did you ever have the black plastic one they included > with the 2016 Sam completes? If so, how does it compare? > > On Mo

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

All those colorful parts from your Clem on an Ana Purple frame?? Dooo iiit 💜🧡❤️💛💗 On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 11:04:10 AM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Ryan, I KNOW. I’m starting to think the same thing. I can sell my Clem, > which is just not as loved as my Platypuses, and nea

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

Thanks again to you all for your kind responses! Bill -- that snapper's claw wasthe size of a kid's hand. It was probably about 20-22" long, and clearly the resident royalty for that section of the canal. Brians -- link to the route below. We took the W&OD and cut north from Leesburg on back

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

Bill Lindsay, I was just catching up with this thread (always interested in anything Platypus related!) and I have to interject; That is one pur-tee Legolas. Looks like a shade of periwinkle on my MacBook. More on topic - before purchasing a Platy I was thinking about a purple Charlie Gallop

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

Nick, Very fun! Nice write-up. Great look'n bike too. On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 4:13:04 PM UTC-5 thetaper...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks again to you all for your kind responses! > > Bill -- that snapper's claw wasthe size of a kid's hand. It was probably > about 20-22" long, and cle

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: XL custom powdercoated Crust Noreaster Complete

Sold!! On Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 9:10:37 PM UTC-6 Andrew Turner wrote: > It’s cool! I don’t think I’ve had it long enough to really dial it in, but > ever since I saw this same setup from the tumblr page, nutmegcountry, I > wanted to replicate it. > > Before these I had 46cm noodles

[RBW] Re: Rivendell shirts XL - burgundy and heather gray with front pockets

Sold. > On Nov 18, 2023, at 10:19 AM, Abe Gardner wrote: > > $10 each or both for $16, plus shipping unless you want to pick up in Napa, > CA. > > I’m a size smaller now so these should go to someone else in the group. Well > worn but still in fair shape. Grey neck is looser than the burgund

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

I have ordered an Ana Purple Platypus Complete in the latest presale. I have many opinions on the color. First, if you want safe, the Sergio green was there for the taking. Classic, timeless, classy, non-offensive, gender-neutral, and provides a neutral base color to accessorize with. Brown vs

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

In defense of Sheldon he merely referred to the frames as Lady's Bikes, which was how they were promoted in bike catalogues for many decades. I think he was just using the nomenclature he grew up with and thought readers would know them by. I'm 61 and still have that reference in my head but kn

Re: [RBW] Re: Anna Purple

Steve, a year ago I really wanted a dark gold Susie. They were all gone so I “settled” on a mermaid Gus. At least that was what I thought until it arrived. Nothing bad boy perhaps but I really like the color in person. Actually it’s a pretty bad ass bike.:) oh by the way the purple bikes are sweet