Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo frames

The Toyo article is in Reader #31. https://notfine.com/rivendell/ I can see how I romanticized my recollection of it. I don't think they're the ones who reserved certain tasks for elder artisans. They're a company like many, who train employees in their methods and culture, and hope they'll

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Map Rando

*SOLD* On Monday, November 4, 2024 at 12:08:53 PM UTC-5 captaincon...@gmail.com wrote: > This bike is on my short list of buy-it-if-I-see-it. I was all in on > Rivendell when these came out, but I have since come to really enjoy > lightweight low trail bikes as a counterpoint to Rivendell. I

[RBW] Re: Toyo frames

To the unaccounted elevation of Toyo-built versus others, they were still a mass maker, just smaller volume and able to solve the economic formula of the moment given all the variables. You can bet Grant knows about exchange rates and the implications of even an economic choice of wholesale cost

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Map Rando

I'm with you Captain Conway, this was my grail bike when I was all in on the rando scene. I based my Fitz Rando custom on Mitch Pryor's bike that was reviewed in an early BQ. His work is stellar! Glad it went to a good home On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 8:03:21 AM UTC-6 S. Greco wrote: > > *

[RBW] FS: Nitto R-50 Saddlebag Grip

Downsizing my collection of these grips from 3 to 2. $85 shipped in the US Pics here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/PUeQB1YNhUWsfSgx5 PM off-list Mike in Minneapolis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

[RBW] WTB Stem - Nitto TIG FacePlater - 225mm Quill - 25.4 (CR60-3T) 135mm

just looking to buy this stem for my bosco bars. looks like discontinued on site and not available anywhere else -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo frames

If you're curious to see the Toyo Factory and its history, watch the below YouTube link I happened to come across as I researched this topic several weeks ago. It's not directly Rivendell related, but they do mention how they used to build other brands and how they've evolved. It's an interesti

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

https://easternshore.craigslist.org/bop/d/easton-rivendell-clem-smith-jr-frameset/7798547012.html Awesome deal on a Clem in MD. If I didn't buy one recently I'd be road-tripping this weekend.. On Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 10:53:06 AM UTC-4 Chris Halasz wrote: > A Sam and Roadini in Ventura

[RBW] Tire Recommendations (largest diameter)

On one of my bikes I have 1x set-up. It's currently a 32T up front and the largest I can go is 34T. I think I want to do that as I want to be able to push a little harder. In conversations with my LBS they pointed out I could also go as large as possible with my tires to increase the length of

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO/WTB 650b dynamo wheelset

I couldn’t tell you because I got a custom build so it was a total price which was reasonably priced in my opinion. Best bike shop I’ve ever worked with!On Oct 30, 2024, at 3:36 PM, Fred Marsh wrote:Mind sharing how much it ran you? I'm not too far from Mack's, I might have them build me a dynamo

Re: [RBW] Re: First Riv consideration

Hi all, this is actually my first post. I’ll send another introductory post soon but I wanted to respond to this. I live in the East bay so I actually tested out the Charlie Gallup a few days ago. It definitely has a kickstand plate. I loved the ride. I’m originally a roadie and was thinking about

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus 2024 frames

Thanks you all for pointing me in the right direction! I purchased the last green 57cm Appaloosa from blue lug and look forward to decking it with the parts bin. It pays to be a hoarder; I've got it all save a 26.8 seatpost (xtr chromo is my pick, let's go ebay) and a b17. First Riv in the books

[RBW] Re: WTB tosco bar

The list delivereth! Thank you, all, the handlebars have been found. On Monday, November 4, 2024 at 2:32:58 PM UTC-7 abraham nussbaum wrote: > Anyone have a 25.4mm/600mm Tosco bar taking up space in their parts bin? > > Tosco Curious in Denver > -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo frames

I do not have the fastidiousness of circumstance or habit to keep my bikes that nice. Not that I abuse them, I definitely think I'm a bike owner that keeps bikes a long time but depend on them to deliver what I expect and sometimes the margins blur. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Monday, Nov

Re: [RBW] Re: Keeping Saddlesack still on rear rack

I've had great success with keeping my large saddlesack secure using a long Voile Strap looped through the holes in the leather attached to the underside. On Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 6:18:18 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > Ah, understood — that your scuff-patch is “aftermarket” explains th

[RBW] Re: Scam? [fixed hub convertible form.]

Your Free "Is This a Scam?" Checklist: - You make a WTB / WTT post. - You receive a direct message - You check the sender's name against "Members" - "Not a member"? = SCAM - Jim / list admin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] ISO fknel (Frank)

If you see this, I've been responding to your emails about the HHH, but I don't think you are receiving them. I'm not sure you'll see this if emails aren't getting through to you, but I'm taking a shot. Apologies to everyone else... I'm just not sure how else to get in touch. This is what the w

[RBW] Re: Scam? [fixed hub convertible form.]

Good to know! I've also received strange messages like this, but didn't respond because it was too off. Good to know this though, so thank you Jim. On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:33:59 AM UTC-7 Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > Jeff - > > I've posted about this a few times, but as a reminder: > > - If

Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo frames

I think a lot of the elevated appreciation of Toyo built frames has more to do with the classic designs of the era more than the actual factory. On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 11:17:22 AM UTC-5 Christian Santa wrote: > If you're curious to see the Toyo Factory and its history, watch the below

[RBW] Re: Scam? [fixed hub convertible form.]

Jeff - I've posted about this a few times, but as a reminder: - If someone is not a list member they cannot see your email address and would have difficulty contacting you directly. - If someone has contacted you directly offering an item you seek, best practice is to check if they are a list

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

Any listers in MD wanna facilitate buying and shipping that clem ^^ to me in MO? On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 10:19:32 AM UTC-6 Chris Law wrote: > > https://easternshore.craigslist.org/bop/d/easton-rivendell-clem-smith-jr-frameset/7798547012.html > > Awesome deal on a Clem in MD. If I didn't

Re: [RBW] 135mm rear hub

I'm not quite sure I understand what you're looking for exactly. At least here in Germany you can get 135mm QR rear hubs easily. Many of them from Shimano. Ones with 36 holes are a little harder than 32 holes, but still pretty available. Where it gets interesting is if you don't want it in black

Re: [RBW] Re: Scam? [fixed hub convertible form.]

Got it. Thank you!On Nov 5, 2024, at 11:36 AM, G.E. wrote:Good to know! I've also received strange messages like this, but didn't respond because it was too off. Good to know this though, so thank you Jim.On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:33:59 AM UTC-7 Cyclofiend Jim wrote:Jeff - I've posted abo

[RBW] Re: anyone know the ERD of the wheels on THIS era of clem smith jr?

You don’t say what wheel size you have, but my first run Appa from 2016 came with the same multi color nipple wheels as the Clem and they were Alex DM24. I did the same thing you are planning and had the LBS replace the Riv front hub with a Kasai dynacoil, although I later rebuilt it myself when

Re: [RBW] 135mm rear hub

You can also get the Bitex touring hub from Brandon at BikeHubStore . He's great. Will On Tue, Nov 5, 2024 at 11:19 AM Jakob wrote: > I'm not quite sure I understand what you're looking for exactly. > > At least here in Germany you can get 135

[RBW] Re: Parts FS

I don't know who needs this information but those XTR V Brakes are legit the best V brakes ever made. On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 11:43:46 AM UTC-5 drew.jo...@gmail.com wrote: > FS- All prices include shipping…except the bars > > > XTR V Brakes - $125 (have all small parts) > > TRP Levers,

Re: [RBW] Re: New to me Joe App #BofurBike Ride Report

A #BofurBike Brother! Wow. Just AMAZING, Charlie. Where are you in the UK? On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 10:21:01 AM UTC-6 charlie...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: IMG_6042.jpeg] > > Can happily confirm the Appaloosa's adventure credentials from here in the > UK. It's a true do-it-all. > > --

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto R-50 Saddlebag Grip

And sold On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:43:46 AM UTC-6 Michael Ullmer wrote: > Downsizing my collection of these grips from 3 to 2. > > $85 shipped in the US > > Pics here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/PUeQB1YNhUWsfSgx5 > > PM off-list > > Mike in Minneapolis > -- You received this message beca

Re: [RBW] Re: Scam? [fixed hub convertible form.]

A very effective and concise “anti-spamming" checklist. I expected “steelcore” to be a scammer but found the scamming attempt experience interesting enough to raise the matter, and I thought it might be worth alerting others. I’m still tempted to string “steelcore” on a bit, but I suppose the wis

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

Another Clem on Ebay: 53cm Clem L

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

whoops, 52cm! On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 1:08:05 PM UTC-5 Drew Fitchette wrote: > Another Clem on Ebay: > > 53cm Clem L >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

Homer, 60cm $2850 https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/bik/d/ridgefield-rivendell-homer-hilsen/7798239847.html On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 10:09:17 AM UTC-8 Drew Fitchette wrote: > whoops, 52cm! > > On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 1:08:05 PM UTC-5 Drew Fitchette wrote: > >> Another Clem on Eba

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford A. Homer Hilsen 61cm

I am also curious about PBH and saddle height. I am local(Tacoma). On Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:12:18 PM UTC-7 Tim Wood wrote: > Love this build Josh. Do you mind sharing your pbh and saddle height as > pictured? > > Thank you. > > Tim > > On Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 9:38:25 AM UTC-6 josh.

[RBW] FS: Brooks B-17 Pre-Softened, GravelKing 43mm SS+

Brooks B-17 pre-softened, hardly used $100 shipped to the lower 48 700x43 GravelKing SS+ $30 shipped to the lower 48 Photos here . Please reply off list! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[RBW] Foreign 2-wheelers: Chukudu

What do you do if you need to move retail-scale commercial loads but have no technical skills beyond that of a peasant farmer,* no materials beyond forest trees, nails, and vehicle small scrap, and no tools beyond a machete, a hammer, and a home-made pry bar? You make a chukudu: https://en.wikiped

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford A. Homer Hilsen 61cm

This sold a while back. Apologies for not marking it as such. On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 2:05:06 PM UTC-8 trya...@gmail.com wrote: > I am also curious about PBH and saddle height. I am local(Tacoma). > > On Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:12:18 PM UTC-7 Tim Wood wrote: > >> Love this build Josh

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus 2024 frames

It will come with a generic one-bolt seat post to tide you over, so perhaps you just need a saddle for now. They work best if you grease up the threads and underside of bolt head of the binder bolt, I’ve found. Less tendency to slip On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 8:21:08 AM UTC-8 isaako...@gma

Re: [RBW] New Susie - Build Questions: BB Spindle and Centerlock Hubs

Check out Bitex hubs. I stumbled into a set of wheels for my Gus & it has a Bitex rear - their touring hub. It’s been performing very well & gets recommended a lot by some highly regarded wheel builders. It is noisier than the Deore rear hub on my Clem.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 5, 2024, at 11:18 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus 2024 frames

On Wednesday 6 November 2024 at 3:21:08 am UTC+11 isaako...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks you all for pointing me in the right direction! I purchased the last green 57cm Appaloosa from blue lug and look forward to decking it with the parts bin. It pays to be a hoarder; I've got it all save a 26.8 seat

Re: [RBW] New Susie - Build Questions: BB Spindle and Centerlock Hubs

Thanks for the info on the hubs. I think Analog cycles has those Bitex hubs too. Velocity has a 135mm rim brake hub as well, black only and a matching dynamo. I'll figure out a plan. Good to know a 122mm bb should work. I called Riv and they said a 122-123mm spindle should be good. On Tuesda

[RBW] Re: My Platypus has shipped!

Congratulations. That looks great. Oh the adventures you’ll have…Thanks for sharing the photos and excitement of your NBD! On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 4:24:19 PM UTC-8 michaelj...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: IMG_5773.jpeg]I expected to have to do a lot more work based on > how my Clem arriv