[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville Slickersack/Platrack Combo and Ruthworks Randonneur Bag

Email sent to Michael... On Wednesday, November 26, 2014 8:19:40 AM UTC-8, Michael Ullmer wrote: > > Bump and price drop > > Sackville Slickersack/Platrack Combo - $150 shipped > > On Sunday, November 23, 2014 10:06:21 PM UTC-8, Michael Ullmer wrote: >> >> I have two bags that have seen little use

[RBW] Re: Which is best: Roll-out or default tire size on cyclecomputer or measuring wheel vertically?

On Sunday, December 21, 2014 3:27:25 AM UTC+8, Lynne Fitz wrote: > This way: > http://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2014/04/technical-aside-calibrating-bike.html Note that you're using RidewithGPS as the reference. While this is likely ideal for all cuesheets and distances gleamed from RidewithGPS,

Re: [RBW] Re: Handling effects of a front rack/basket/bag....

On Friday, February 6, 2015 at 10:33:13 AM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote: > >> Panniers on the side of the wheel, but hanging from the top of the rack > (imagine side panniers on a Nitto Big Front rack, for example) should feel > more neutral. > I'll like to add that panniers hung on a front rack th

[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albatross Conversion - Final Questions

The Riv catalog had made mention of the heat-treated aluminum Alba bar being stronger, but it appears that you've considered that and deemed the CrMo version appropriate for your use. There's of course the risk of rust but if you spray the insides with something like Boeshield, you should be fi

[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albatross Conversion - Final Questions

arer) perfect thing. On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 11:52:00 AM UTC-8, SeanMac wrote: > > Benz, > > When I was putting my order together at Rivendell, the Tektro Mountain > levers were my first choice. Unfortunately, they are currently out of > stock (perhaps you get the las

[RBW] Re: How are Rivbikes painted?

Actually, the way I read that segment, it's not entirely clear that D&D do all the stock frames. Pertinent to the discussion is the header of the segment - *Custom Paint FAQs*. I take it to mean that if you want a custom color, then stock frames go to D&D. I will be surprised if stock colors on

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Riders Brooks Saddle

Put me down for one, especially if we go for the organic cow hide version. I don't particularly believe you need a large pre-order. The saddles won't be any different than normal production saddles with the only difference being the unique stamping. Assumably, the stamp already/still exists sinc

[RBW] Re: Relic-ed guitars and Pre-Beausaged Rivendells...

I'm OCD so I like my bikes as pristine as possible, although I can understand and accept beausage if said beausage is obtained in the line of duty. Battle scars if you will. To me, however ugly I find beausage (remember: OCD), they at least remind me of the times and good times I had with the b

[RBW] Re: Society Finally Catching up to Grant

Since you brought up efficacy, do you have a peer-reviewed article to cite regarding this? No, a cracked helmet is not a demonstration of its efficacy; prove to yourself by cracking one in your hand and noticing that it takes very little force to do it. And no, a bicycle helmet is fundamentally

[RBW] Re: Retrofitting a 2002 Road Custom - Tektro brakes and fat tires

If you're looking for something a smidgen smaller than the Challenge PRs, try the Grand Bois Cerf Green. While Compass Bicycles had them listed as 29mm, I've found that these fit my Colnago Master whereas the PRs didn't. Same wheel and pressure (Campagnolo Neutrons) and both sets of tires were

[RBW] Re: the precarious balance of rim development

You may also want to consider the TB14 from H Son Plus - http://hplusson.com/products/TB14 I built up a set of these in Hard Ano a while ago and they are quite classic looking. On Wednesday, October 31, 2012 12:48:21 PM UTC-7, stee...@gmail.com wrote: > > > > > > Grand Bois - http://cyclesg

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Garage Sale - what'd you get?

I went with two other Rivendell-aware riding buddies and had a blast working through the bargains and chatting with other friends whom I've not seen in person for a while (e.g., Manny A). *Best score: *8 pieces of Wooly Warm baselayers. At $5 a piece, it felt like stealing. Sure, they were all

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

Nice! Are those colored nipples brass or aluminum? How comfy is the saddle? The wheel snob in me immediately saw that the rear rim label is facing the "wrong" side! :) On Friday, October 23, 2015 at 12:45:29 PM UTC-7, El Sapo wrote: > > > > On Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 4:17:26 PM UTC-7, W

[RBW] Re: Ways to make your Rivendell cheap

Interesting that the article mentioned that the builder for this project was Merckx's personal builder *starting from* 1980. Didn't Merckx retire from racing in 1980? On Friday, November 6, 2015 at 3:17:34 PM UTC-8, Edwin W wrote: > > Or seem cheap... > Compare it to the Merckx 70 >

Re: [RBW] Re: The original Riv mixte

Well, I don't know if $2.1k is overpriced for a NOS example. Looking at the same web.archive.org price list, one will see that the Atlantis was also priced at $1.4k back then (and I believe Grant Petersen stated Rivendell were underpricing these). With new Atlantises at $2.3k nowadays, that wil

Re: [RBW] Re: AHH Tubing Sticker on Frame

Once upon a time, I read one of Grant's posting explaining why the identification of tubing is not as important as what many will make it out to be. Coming from a tradition of Italian racing bicycles, I cynically disagreed then, but have since come around as I read more, and learned more. There

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

I do actually work in the healthcare industry (helping run clinical trials no less!). My impression of this short article and an even shorter abstract (lol) is that I cannot say the conclusion is supported one way or the other, because there simply isn't enough information and details to chew o

[RBW] Re: Rapid Rise Rear Der

It is a *logical* idea. Imagine if we didn't have the legacy baggage of pulling cable to downshift in the back. Wouldn't it make more sense if both front and rear derailleurs did the same (upshift or downshift) if a particular action was actuated (such as pull or release cable)? With rapid-rise

Re: [RBW] Rear fender mounting. Was: Christmas Clementine

On Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 1:40:10 PM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > Especially where there's this much clearance. But on the Clem, the > unique curve of the stays means that the hole is not actually pointing at > the center of the axle, so it looks like it would either require a w

[RBW] Re: Rapid Rise Rear Der

rs (all 7 of them), so there's that. :) On Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at 8:38:33 AM UTC-8, William deRosset wrote: > > >It is a *logical* idea. > > > Dear Benz, > > We could have had this "logical" action with either a reverse-acting front > de

[RBW] Re: Paul brakes recommendation

Squishy brakes can mean two things. Either the cable and housing isn't done "tightly", or you have powerful brakes. If the latter, it's a good thing. If the former, switching out the brakes won't help. I've personally found that with low-profile cantilevers that are set up correctly and have goo

[RBW] Re: Paul brakes recommendation

Another aspect of "sponginess" that one should check for is brake pad contact angle. While brake squeals can be attenuated by a bit of toe-in, one should ensure that there isn't too much toe-in *and* the vertical alignment of the pads is good. Specifically, ensure that the entire pad contacts t

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul brakes recommendation

The symptoms you've described sounds like you're using cantilever levers with Linear-pull brakes (that the Paul Motolites are, of course). Double-confirm that the levers are truly what they purport to be? I know that the RL520 levers will work with linear-pull brakes, as I have that a combo wit

[RBW] Re: Nomenclature

10 decals for me! (exacto knife or otherwise) On Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 6:03:35 PM UTC-8, Zed Martinez wrote: > > OK, I'm running a spreadsheet. Quantity requested is one column. Max > you're willing to donate is in another (same as your quantity request if > you didn't say, since they'r

[RBW] Re: The newest BLUG

On Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 6:11:40 PM UTC-8, Justin August wrote: > > I'm blown away by the lack of empathy shown by some of you here. I'd be > happy to have you sit in on a Morning Meeting with my 2nd graders while we > discuss empathy and do some role plays. Perhaps you could rekindle th

Re: [RBW] What is the *real* purpose of a rear brake?

On Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 2:48:25 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Agreed. Once upon a many years ago Ray Varella let me ride his fixed Riv > and I dang near launched over the handlebars when I forgot I couldn't > coast. I turned around and brought it right back before I and someone's > c

[RBW] Re: Kool Stop Thinline Rounded Nut

The Koolstop nut is basically a M6 Allen/socket nut, but even McMaster doesn't stock a replacement . However, I've used a normal M6 nut as replacement since the original is not hardened and rounds off fairly easily. It does look on the picture that

[RBW] Re: True wheel Spoke “tink” question

"Pinging" from a wheel typically denotes spokes unwinding. This usually only happens during the first rides of a wheel that was built with spokes that did not have their windup resolved, and the result is typically a slight wobble/hop. Therefore, it is highly unlikely to come from a wheel that

Re: [RBW] Re: TdF pros are using oversize rear derailer pulleys. Should you? Or, trickle... up? Cycle technology

Reed, that’s my recollection too. However, Shimano did the large pulley thing to increase chain wrap and not to reduce friction. To be honest, this friction reason may be measurable, but inconsequential (much like extreme weight-weenieism). 1-odd Watts of savings? Pfft! My farts have more thrust

[RBW] Re: Grant is asking us to not run baskets on Nitto Racks

On Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 6:20:52 PM UTC-7, Collin A wrote: > > > Lesson: Check those rack bolts often and have a backup in the form of the > manny strap (at least until Riv solves all of our basketed-rack-woes) > For critical applications, one may want to consider using Nord-lock washers <

[RBW] Re: Adding Canti mounts to a Ram???

Where does it rub, if you tried putting larger tires? Going from 539 to 559 changes the reach, but may not magically offer more room for bigger tires. I ask this because I suspect your issue is crowding from the bottom side of the brake arms. If this is the case, you should consider changing bra

[RBW] Re: Chirping rear hub

To eliminate sounds from the valve stem, you can cut a small hole (or slice an "X") in a 1.5-2" section of electric tape, slide the stem through the hole, and stick the tape on the rim. But I see you're running tubeless, so this may not apply to you as tubeless valve stems are generally quite f

[RBW] Goatheads and goatheads, what is rider to do?

Just a note, a few of the Compass tires are tubeless compatible. All the new models are, and older models are being slowly upgraded to TC. Riv content: I will be converting my currently-tubed Naches Pass Compass tires (559x40mm) on my Atlantis to tubeless soon; I am waiting for the Effecto Mari

[RBW] silver crankset questions

The guard sold with the Silver Wide/Low crank should support up to a 40T chainring. Even with a 40T big ring, the jump to/from a 24T small ring is still 16T, which is usually the recommended max spread (e.g., 50/34). As for whether a 38T big ring is enough, you need to figure that for yourself.

[RBW] Rene Herse crank wobble/deflection issue(?)

Did you grease the spindles? *ducking and running* -- 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 to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post t

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

If you want to be picky, the Wilbury and Glorius are the same exact bike except for paint and decal/headbadge. Same with the Betty Foy and Yves Gomez. If you really want to be picky, the A Homer Hilsen is just a bigger Saluki. In fact, if I remember correctly, Rivendell was selling the smaller s

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

Just be aware that the Element has developed somewhat of a cult status, with used prices stubbornly maintaining at unusually high levels. Nevertheless, it's one of few vehicles whose interior is somewhat water-resistant (bucket and sponge), thus making transporting bikes after (wet) mixed-terra

[RBW] Disc Rambouillet?

Disc brakes demand different structural support from frames and forks, and thus retrofitting them may be...challenging if not uneconomical. It may be better to sell the Ram and get a frame/fork specifically designed for disc brakes, but also with the ride characteristics of the Ram. -- You rec

Re: [RBW] Re: New Roadeo (to me)

If I recall correctly, all Rivendellian Atlantises are of the “2” variety, since the name was borrowed from a Bridgestone product called Atlantis. Thusly, whether an Atlantis is from Toyo, Waterford or the Taiwanese company, they are all called Atlantis 2. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Rene Herse crank wobble/deflection issue(?)

If even backpedaling legs can create wobble, then shouldn’t the questions be, is the system stuff enough, and why are we then concerned with a little wobble? I know the answer to the former question is yes, at least for my relatively meager output. Nevertheless, I’ve never found my backpedaling l

[RBW] Re: PSA: 55cm Cheviot for sale in Sacramento area

I think he mentioned his wife's involvement as an affirmation that it's good enough that she had to have her own. At least that's how I read it. Mismatched tires are somewhat common amongst the general bike owner population; they are not nearly as fastidious to match tires, not to mention bags.

Re: [RBW] Clean way to mount USB light to front rack?

In addition to those listed on Minoura's website, Minoura also offers this , that I used to clamp on my right fork blade to mount my battery-powered light on. The clamp is similar to that used on Spur Cycle's bell, so it's secure. On Monday, October 22, 2018 at 4:23:36

[RBW] Re: threadless stem/steerer question

On Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 10:03:59 AM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > Don't forget that you'd need a long pre-tension cap bolt to reach the star > nut. Don't cheap out on the grade of that, or it could shear. > > I don't believe that's true. It's entirely fine to use a weaker pre-tension cap

[RBW] Re: Help me build my Roadeo, Part 2, CRANKSET

I'll share my thoughts on the White Industries VBC, of which I have two pairs. The pros: Pretty, not crazy expensive, seems strong and stiff enough for mortals like me (i.e., doesn't rub the front D cage when hoofing it), MUSA (if important). The cons: uses proprietary lockring and chainrings,

Re: [RBW] Help me build my Roadeo, Part 2, CRANKSET

On Thursday, October 25, 2018 at 4:00:19 PM UTC-7, David Wadstrup wrote: > Sounds like the WI VBC might be the way to go should I find myself able to > deal with the black rings. > Black chainrings aren't all bad. They mask the chain grease and make filthy drivetrains look presentable. :)

Re: [RBW] Re: Silver 2 thumb shifters on the Blahg

It depends on where one mounts the thumb shifters though. If you don't mount them "on top" and instead install them like what Rivendell typically do (like such ), then the lock-key analogy doesn't

[RBW] Re: threadless stem/steerer question

With the shortish shim, the effective steerer tube length ends where the shim ends, and the part of the steerer that protrudes until 1cm from the top of the stem doesn't count. From looking at the picture you've provided, we know that the shim is tall enough to ensure the stem is clamped at leas

[RBW] Re: threadless stem/steerer question

Try a seat post shim of the same thickness, such as this , and cut it to length. Seat post shims are generally 3" in length so you should have just enough material to work with. On Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 2:19:31 PM UTC-7, Drw wrote: > > Ok but is filling it with a

[RBW] PSA: 53cm Atlantis complete on eBay

The price looks good – $1.6k for a complete bike with Schmidt dynamo hub, some beausage, and decent components. It'll be a fantastic "town bike" for all seasons. I'll be quite tempted to pick it up, if not for my 53cm Atlantis and similarly-equipped Wilbury. I've bought from this seller a few t

[RBW] Its Voting Day! (Sorta off Topic)

I dropped off my mail-in package at the local polling station this morning, but was somewhat disappointed that they didn’t really think of bicyclist-commuters. The lady there was nice enough to let me park my (clean) bike within visual range and within the facility, but I was expecting more give

Re: [RBW] Play in an unweighted pedal

When you say "play", what do you mean? It is up/down, aka vertical play, or lateral play? If your Pedaling Innovations pedals are anything like the other commonly available VP pedals (and it does look that way), there isn't really anything to adjust, because it

[RBW] Re: Quick & cheap solution to clear the front derailleur clamp to mount a bottle cage

If one really wants to be fancy, one can buy some brass standoffs with M5 male and female threads. I got a handful off eBay (<- not an endorsement, but a sample) one time for a few bucks shipped. A small collection of these in various lengths are quite us

[RBW] Re: Children, check your tread

Thanks for the reminder! This is especially pertinent as a lot of us ride with functional fenders, that obscure quick visual inspection of rear tires. I know I've been occasionally surprised by how much my rear tires have worn, although thankfully not to the extent you've experienced. Before th

[RBW] Wide-ish Parigi-Roubaix Tires FS $50/Pair

Eric, if no one claimed them yet, I will for my Rivendell. -- 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 to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

On Monday, May 14, 2018 at 12:05:09 PM UTC-7, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Just got the mail and there it was - the promised Riv catalog! I'm going > to wait until after work to savor it with a beer in hand on the back > patio. Just from the cover, it looks to be of high quality. Much as you

[RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

I don't believe 25.4/26.0mm handlebars will become obsolete, especially if Nitto continues to survive and thrive. Actually, even if everyone discontinued 25.4/26.0mm handlebars today, there is probably enough stock flowing through the system to supply us retro-grouches for decades simply becaus

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

On Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 10:04:21 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Sticky this thread please so readers are easy to find. While I agree in principle, maybe we should ask Reed about notfine.com, where he is hosting the files. You know, just in case, this is a temporary holding zone…simply b

[RBW] Re: Model redundancy: Why not offer only canti/V brakes on all models? Why not offer a 650b on every model?

I don't have any special insight to Rivendell's thinking, but I will guess that cantilever bosses add cost. If you don't need to run extra large tires (42mm seems to be around the limit for Tektro's R559), then why incur the cost? The fork crown already has a cast-in brake hole, and all Rivendel

[RBW] Hubbabubba Frame For Sale

Can you please include the frame size or PBH ranges for both captain and stoker? Are you including the wheels, as I remember that at least the rear wheel has a non-standard 145mm width. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To un

[RBW] Re: Hubbabubba Frame For Sale

uixote wrote: >> >> Hi All, >> >> Apologies for not putting price in title: $1500: frame, bbs headset, and >> seatposts. >> >> Like many Rivendells, it *does* use the 650B wheels. >> >> It's the "small". Not sure of our PHBs, but I&

[RBW] Re: What do Riv riders like for front low rider racks?

On Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 7:28:05 AM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote: > > I have a Joe Appaloosa with a Mark’s rack, Wald medium and a rear > rack.That is all fine and good, but I was thinking of getting a front > lowrider rack to throw on when I am going camping. Partly to experiment > with weight dist

[RBW] Re: Hot waxing chains?

I don't get how that solid wax can get to inside the rollers, where the critical wear occurs. On Monday, June 4, 2018 at 8:53:51 AM UTC-7, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > This just came up on Instagram: https://instagram.com/p/BjkQr4VgsK7/ > https://wendperformance.com/buy-online/wend-wax-on > > > Th

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

How are you sure the wear particles and sand aren't from the exterior of the chain? Those can stick to the oil, but do nothing functional except gather at the bottom of your beaker during ultrasonic cleaning. The issue with wax is that it does not replenish itself once displaced by the pressure

[RBW] Re: Ride Report--La Ruta Loca 200k

Bravo Bill! I felt tired from merely reading your account! Reminiscing about my college days when we tackled some of the 'Tam trails on La Ruta Loca 200k weekly (no rangers with radar back then), I can only imagine what an epic ride must have been! And yes, of course it's a downhill century fro

[RBW] Re: Other annoying threads

I'm curious enough to ask why you find that disagreeable. It doesn't cost you anything in terms of energy nor risk (of crashing). On Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 7:51:25 PM UTC-7, Ian A wrote: > > What about cyclists who jump on your wheel without asking first? Does > anyone here do that? It driv

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Bike Rack

If you have not ruled out roof racks, have you considered a "suction cup" rack? If you're down with spending close to $1k, you may want to consider this somewhat rare but quite flexible solution. Looking at pictures, it appears to fit your needs. The neat thing about this kind of roof rack is t

[RBW] Re: Would you pay more for handlebars if they were safety-certified?

Heat-treated handlebars are not necessarily stronger or more durable than non-heat-treated handlebars. You need to further know the alloy used, and the part's dimensions to derive these. For example, a thin-walled, heat-treated handlebar will likely be weaker and less durable than a stout chrom

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders wear for cycling caps?

I'll second the Halo cycling products with their sweat seal functionality. I generally bike with a cotton cycling cap, but I'll put on my Halo sweatband when I know it'll be hot, and I'll be hoofing it. The sweatband redirects sweat away from m

[RBW] Re: Riv Odds/Ends/Accessories to Add to an Order.

I'll second the patch kit, although I find that they're often out-of-stock. Why? The Japanese patches in the Riv patch kit are ultra thin and flexy, and outclass even the Rema F0 patches. They are so good that they almost blend into the tube, especially on thicker tubes. On Friday, July 6, 201

[RBW] Re: Big cassettes/Do I need a wolftooth roadlink or similar

On Monday, December 18, 2017 at 3:05:05 PM UTC+8, drew wrote: > > Ok, here are the ordered parts: > pairing a 9 speed 11-40t cassette with a riv silver double crank and an xt > long cage derailleur. > > Should I be using a roadlink sort of device? Is this knowable without > trying first? If I do

[RBW] Re: Big cassettes/Do I need a wolftooth roadlink or similar

On Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 2:13:38 AM UTC+8, drew wrote: > > Interesting all around. I'm trying to save myself having to set it up and > then order a roadlink, wait for delivery and re set up. I'm just excited to > ride this bike and not wanting to wait. > Anyway, I just ordered the wolfto

[RBW] Homer as a brevet bike: Keep on the rear rack?

I’ve used my Atlantis for a 200km brevet once. For the locals, it was the now-discontinued SFR Pt. Reyes Lighthouse season opener, typically done in Jan with cold (for CA), rains, winds, and flabby legs. The Atlantis was outfitted as my commuter, with drop bars, front and rear racks, fenders, an

Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest canti-Rivendell is?

Not sure what you’re trying to say, but I read that the early Rivendells with 753 tubing were not particularly light, as Grant had custom, stouter 753 tubing made. I actually also have a canti-753 Rivendell, and sometimes it feels as stiff as my Atlantis (not exactly the epitome of “classic” 753

Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest canti-Rivendell is?

Sorry, it wasn't clear from the tablet interface that my attribution to Steven Sweedler's post (and thus my reply to) was missing. On Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 9:25:27 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > What I'm saying is the custom canti-Riv we're discussing is probably > running thinner tubing

[RBW] Honjo fenders on Cheviot?

I have a Wilbury (proto-Cheviot!), running Velo-Orange fluted “Zeppelin” fenders, Tektro long reach calipers and Hetre EL tires. It’s a tight fit but it works for me. If you would like detailed pics, please let me know. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Have you loved your model of Rivendell so much that you bought one of every color?

Well, technically, my custom only has one original color. So yes, I bought one of every color. OK, it was a sunny 75 degrees here in Silicon Valley today. I should had gone riding. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: Favorite All-around Drive train?

On Sunday, November 24, 2019 at 4:10:38 PM UTC-8, John Bokman wrote: > > Curious: What's been your favorite all-round drive train on your riv(s)? > I like my 53/42/30 Campagnolo triple paired with a 13-29 or a 14-28 best. Why? - It offers a decently wide range with usable highs and low-enough

[RBW] Re: Silver2 shifters have arrived!

Maybe I missed it, but do these new shifters pull enough cable for the Shimano 10-speed Dyna-Sys mountain derailleurs? I know there’s an ENE “lopsided” version that does, but I’m not sure I can get over the asymmetry. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Re: Fenders for train commute

On Friday, November 29, 2019 at 8:08:34 PM UTC-8, Eric G wrote: > > The rainy season has started in SF and I am considering putting fenders on > my Sam. I commute daily on the Caltrain where people stack their bikes side > by side. Generally folks are not very considerate about how they place >

Re: [RBW] New V Brakes From Grant?

On Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 6:07:23 AM UTC-8, Eric Daume wrote: > > The email did lay out two key features: > > - taller arms, to clear maybe fenders over big tires > Shouldn't taller arms increase cable pull requirements? It'll feel more powerful with the same lever, compared to the short

[RBW] Re: Silver2 shifters have arrived!

On Friday, November 29, 2019 at 11:08:57 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > It doesn't say it on the Rivbike.com listing, but the Instagram post said > "works with 10, better with 9", and this is undoubtedly related to the > normal derailers they sell. I don't know anything about Dyna-Sys but if >

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancier Cheviot?

On Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 9:02:55 AM UTC-8, masmojo wrote: > > … The picture of the bike in the bike rack is exactly the spot it was stolen > from. It did not have that lock on it; just by coincidence I was using a > thin cable lock that day. > Why I couldn't take it upstairs? (Using the

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Banana Sack

On Friday, December 6, 2019 at 3:06:52 PM UTC-8, DHans wrote: > > I’m looking to buy either a Banana Sack or Small Saddle Bag (also the Riv > one). I’d like to read some opinions of both. Thanks! > Banana sacks, either the Rivendell one

[RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

On Monday, December 23, 2019 at 3:27:19 PM UTC-8, Jason Fuller wrote: > > The custom sounds amazing! I have pondered why the Compass/RH centerpulls > aren't used on any of the caliper-brake Rivendells. I understand the desire > to avoid rare / single source parts but the R Herse brakes are truly

[RBW] Re: All Rounder on ebay

On Friday, December 27, 2019 at 8:46:53 AM UTC-8, Connor wrote: > > I always thought the XOs and early All-Rounders were way ahead of their > time. Perhaps too far ahead of their time? Back then 28 mm tires were > considered huge for road bikes. How times have changed! Question for those > who h

[RBW] Re: 1/1/20 Blahg

On Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 1:55:08 PM UTC-8, masmojo wrote: > > Second, I think this whole long wheelbase thing is getting completely out > of hand. I agree that a super short wheelbase is sort of overkill, but > there's no reason a Clem should have the wheelbase it does. In fact all > sort

[RBW] Re: Still deciding whether you folks are a good influence or a bad influence...

On Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 5:41:04 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Two notes about your frame. > > 1. Those BBs are (I believe, I don't think Mark would do that) installed > in Taiwan and they are indeed a BUGGER to remove. > > If your square taper Shimano-splined BB is hard to remove, try

[RBW] Re: Silver2 shifters on downtube?

On Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 4:26:14 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Will told me it needs the adapter, same as for the long Silvers. Isn't the adaptor for transforming the original Silver shifters from bar-end to downtube this part

[RBW] Re: Triple Threat Goop

On Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 5:35:15 PM UTC-8, Mark Roland wrote: > > If anybody bought more than one and would like to share the love and start > the new year in the positive karma column, please send one my way (off > line). You will be handsomely rewarded. Happy New Year! > I can't believe

[RBW] Re: 52cm Wilbury (fancy!) frameset, never built, CL outing

On Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 7:41:49 AM UTC-8, Kurt Henry wrote: > > > That said, the Gomez falls in line with my recent mixte curiosity. Does > anyone know how the sizing on the early mixtes works? I've looked at the > current Cheviot sizing, which suggests at 5'9-10" I'd be on a 60cm, but

[RBW] Re: 52cm Wilbury (fancy!) frameset, never built, CL outing

On Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 11:51:08 AM UTC-8, Ann L wrote: > > I am seriously tempted but am concerned it might be a bit large for me (my > PBH is 75). Does anyone know what the maximum tire clearance is? > Ann, I have a 81cm PBH and I ride a 56cm Wilbury with about 2" of seatpost showing

[RBW] Re: FS 56cm Quickbeam

On Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 7:12:25 AM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I'm curious about the brakes, I've never seen a 56 without canti posts. Maybe that's why it got repainted? The pic of the rear brakes showed that it likely didn't come stock with caliper brakes either, because the seat sta

[RBW] Re: The Stem Chronicles: Will this get me injured?

On Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 10:21:11 AM UTC-8, lconley wrote: > > The fork steerer tube is weakest at the threads, When you go above the > minimum insertion line of the stem, you run the risk of the expander at the > bottom of the stem putting pressure on the weaker threaded part of the stem

Re: [RBW] Re: Legolas Mystique: If Riv offered a limited time only, prepaid Legolas run, would you buy one?

On Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 11:06:09 AM UTC-8, James Valiensi wrote: > > > Rivendell will make you a custom frame, but custom to a point. A friend of > mine wanted a custom Rivendell, he loved everything about them except the > sloping top tube. He wanted it dead flat (Custom road frames have

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Presale

On Monday, January 27, 2020 at 7:08:58 AM UTC-8, Ken Yokanovich wrote: > > My photo did not come through on the first post. I've been living with a > "clothes line" and folding drying rack in my bedroom for quite some time. > In the summer - I'm old-school and hang almost all of my laundry on th

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

I'll second Patrick's recommendation of the Rene Herse/Compass Naches Pass tires, if you have a 559 All-Rounder. I've been using these exclusively for my 559 Atlantis since the tire's introduction, and have nothing but good experiences – they're fast, but not fragile, and are quite durable to b

[RBW] Re: Custom, not a custom

On Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 1:12:29 PM UTC-8, Brewster Fong wrote: > > Cool. That price is right in line with other top builders like Dave Kirk > and Dave Wages/Ellis Cycles! For example, Dave Kirk's Onesto lugged > stainless steel tubing (Reynolds 953) is right there at like $4200. Dave

[RBW] Re: Getting a Riv Custom Painted in the Bay Area

On Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 4:33:56 PM UTC-8, Peter Bridge wrote: > > On Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 10:24:44 AM UTC-8, Benz, Sunnyvale, CA > wrote: >> >> ... >> I agree with the whimsical description that a Joe Bell paint job is good >> to 3" while

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

On Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 11:20:09 AM UTC-8, Jason Fuller wrote: > > > Apparently Ultradynamico is putting out 26" options next year, and a set > of the Cava is what I'd like to put on my Clem next - still fast rolling > and supple but a little better off pavement, I expect. > *Great*…a

[RBW] Re: Custom, not a custom

On Friday, February 14, 2020 at 4:54:54 PM UTC-8, Corwin wrote: > > $4K for a complete bike with a frame built by Mark Nobilette and Joe Bell > paint is a steal! > > Not sure how Grant can make money this way. > Easy. Use an $8 rear derailleur. *Running and ducking. I jest, I jest!* In all seri

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