Belopsky... my apologies. I blame spell check!
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Thanks for sharing Tony. I enjoyed the photos. In the second photos of your
Clementine, what is mounted on the left side of the handlebar? It seems to
be a bell but looks wooden.
Doug
On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 7:16:12 AM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote:
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> https://photos.app.goo.gl/kMCZ6f1Q0a
Please post pics!
On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 9:05:16 PM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote:
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> I have a Clem en route as of tomorrow so I will know by end of week ;)
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Hunqapillar vs Clem Smith Jr. What are the differences other than lugs and
country of origin? Both seem to be mountain bikes and all rounders.
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I'm not saying one is better than the other.
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> > Hunqapillar vs Clem Smith Jr. What are the differences other than lugs
> and country of origin? Both seem to be moun
I enjoy your biking photos Deacon. Who’s your photographer?
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Keep on posting. The nature scenes are very nice.
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Is the geometry for the 52 H Clem posted somewhere?
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Thanks!
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The Standover column is blank for the Clem H. Does anyone know that
measurement for the 52 cm H?
On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 1:15:55 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote:
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I just replaced drop bars on my Trek 520 with Rivendell’s Albastache and a
Nitto Dirt Drop Stem. It feels like a new bike. Upright but with several hand
positions.
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That made me think of the crazy carbon bikes with the seat post that is
part of the mold of the frame. Cut to length one time but don't cut too
low!! If you want to adjust the height for shoes too bad.
Doug
On Monday, November 27, 2017 at 9:17:09 AM UTC-5, Garth wrote:
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> For those who are cons
Dumb question here but I'm not familiar with Dynamo Hubs. Will one hub
power front and rear lights?
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Thanks for the informative responses and recommendations. I assume it’s logical
to run the Dynamo on the front wheel?
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The initialed smiley face is a nice touch. Does it have grumpy face on the
flipside? That would suit me!
On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 4:01:32 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
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> Will did me a solid and ordered me a Fairweather handlebar bag from the
> folks at Blue Lug.
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> Here's a link to
What PBH fits the 51cm?
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That’s a beautiful bike! Thanks for the info.
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I’m at 84 and have been considering this bike but don’t want to be on a too
small frame. I am thinking the Clem H 52 will be a better fit.
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Deacon Patrick,
Reading your post took my mind back to childhood and riding my Mongoose
(not a department store brand at the time) single speed BMX bike up and
down hills in the woods and in my neighborhood. Simplicity, reliance on
legs, arms, and lungs was what it was about. I thought less abou
There looks to be new photos of a Clem build on the Riv website. I can't
tell what kind of tires are on it and don't see that listed in the spec.
Can anyone tell?
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It may be a Kenda Kwick...not sure.
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https://www.rivbike.com/collections/web-special-framesets-and-bicycles/products/clem-h-complete-grilver
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I have one ordered. Looking forward to my first Rivendell.
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How do you like your Clem L?
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That's good to hear Joe. I want a sometimes commuter and just ride bike
that is more upright than a dropbar setup. I did get the H so it won't be
so easy to mount but that's not a big deal for me...yet. Do you like the
thumb shifting?
On Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 4:00:30 PM UTC-5, Joe Bern
I hope so, this is a relatively big expense for me but not as it would have
been for all other Riv models. Thanks for the feedback.
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across. They
> combine slow with uncomfortable, even aired down low enough where the
> threads are showing. Do yourself a favor and change them out ASAP. I put on
> some 40mm Resist Nomads, and the bike immediately felt faster and smoother.
>
> Eric
>
> On Thu, Nov 30, 2017 a
Had a nice first ride on my 1998 Trek 520 Albastache conversion. I replaced
Salsa Cowchipper drop bars with Albastache mounted on a Nitto Dirt Drop Stem.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/141536409@N07/shares/
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This exchange made me laugh out loud. They aren’t nicks they are features or
petina. Wait until Riv is out of stock and it will sell.
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Rewraps not rewards. Doh
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I do believe I lost my religion trying to wrap my Albastache bars with grip
tape. For some reason the horizontal orientation of the brake levers baffles
me. Finally got it though after 4 or 5 rewards.
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I’ll look for that video. Mark makes it all look so easy.
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Thanks for the link Joe. I’m going to try the twine thing soon. Deacon Patrick,
it’s hard to see how you did the wrap but the photos of your excursion are
awesome. Is that an Albastache bar?
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callit, BestHandlebarEver. Maybe
> this picture works better?
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
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> On Sunday, December 3, 2017 at 7:27:39 PM UTC-7, Doug H. wrote:
> > Deacon Patrick, it’s hard to see how you did the wrap but the photos of
> your excursion are awesome. Is that an Albastache
I’m thinking of buying this local off of Craigslist. Worth it?
https://athensga.craigslist.org/bik/d/univega-hybrid/6355043046.html
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Call me lazy but I enjoy coasting at times. Fixed is a no go for me. Fixed I
think makes cycling less efficient. Am I wrong?
Doug
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Efficient in my mind is the least amount of effort in traveling a given
distance. I do understand that efficiency is not always the most important
factor. If you enjoy fixed riding then keep on keeping on. And, I enjoy your
ride reports Deacon.
Doug
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If it’s like new I’ll pay like new price.
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I do not set mileage goals but for the ones here I admire the totals. Wow. I
just ride places.
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I find it refreshing that Rivendell is open and honest about their financial
situation. I genuinely like the company and will continue to support as I am
able to.
Doug
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You just need an ax handle sticking out of one of the bags and you're ready
to go lumberjacking. How wide are those tires?
Doug
On Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 10:21:36 AM UTC-5, tc wrote:
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> https://www.instagram.com/surlybikes/p/BsdVStznzt1/
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> Tom
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On Friday, January 25, 2019 at 11:02:16 PM UTC-5, Justin, Oakland wrote:
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>
> -J
I’m looking for a Clem L 52. Do you have one?
Doug
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https://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/bik/d/decatur-rivendell-sam-hillborne-56cm/6806852457.html
No affiliation with the seller just thought someone here might be
interested. It's a beauty.
Doug
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I always enjoy your posts, photos and ride descriptions. I post infrequently
but enjoy the content here, yours included Deacon. I hope you find a good
vehicle for posting.
Doug
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Hey Bill and George, I saw this post after my post about the Craigslist ad.
And, I thought it might be the same bike sans the accessories. I check out
the local ads frequently and was surprised to see a Riv listed.
Doug
On Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 6:29:12 PM UTC-5, George Rosselle wrote:
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>
Those are just new "features" on your beautiful Paul levers and Spank
pedals. Now they really are one of a kind!
Doug
Sarcastic in Athens Ga
On Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:58:29 AM UTC-4 John Hawrylak, Woodstown
NJ wrote:
> Leah
>
> Good recap. I would RAISE the stem 20mm to 30mm to ens
Patrick that looks like a big ole chainring on the bike behind you. Maybe
it's just the angle.
Doug
On Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 7:51:28 AM UTC-4 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:
> Good Morning Leah. I just got a pair of OrNot Mission Pants. They are
> fantastic. Really nice fabric & features. Hig
Thomas,
Right size, right color doesn't come along in a lightly used offering that
often. IF you could manage to buy it that would be awesome. You'd save some
money by buying used and have the bicycle of your dreams. I'm hoping you
can work it out somehow some way. I have a Lime Olive Clem and c
Rivendell and lugs go hand in hand. When I think of lugs I think of
Rivendell. It was nice to have a lower-priced option for a road bike but I
understand the switch to lugs for the Roadini. It will be a beautiful
bicycle! The Clem Smith Jr. remains the budget minded model and I doubt
that will
Fantastic color indeed. I've noticed more Faceplater stems on Rivendells
recently and I think they work better for swept back bars. I'm using one on
my Clem and didn't have to over-torque my bars as I did with a one-bolt
stem. I say over-torque although I didn't use a torque wrench, just a hunch
Ted,
When you say BRAG do you mean Bike Ride Across Georgia?
I've been thinking I'll do it this year on next. I'm near Athens.
Doug
On Monday, July 3, 2023 at 7:59:59 PM UTC-4 ted.l...@gmail.com wrote:
> I’ve yet to do RAGBAI. It’s been on my list for years but there always
> seem to be a reason
Joe has the original Gallop for sure! It would be interesting to compare
the geometry.
Doug
On Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:40:50 AM UTC-4 iamkeith wrote:
> Interesting! It will be difficult for me to refer to that as the
> "Charlie" rather than the "Joe."
>
> On Thursday, October 17, 2024
Wow, Liz! That is a beauty! I like everything about the build. From the
Altus RD to the beautiful crankset and the fenders. I'll be curious to know
how the ride compares to your Toyo Atlantis. I wish you many happy miles.
Doug
Athens, GA
On Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:44:25 AM UTC-5 meti..
their hind limbs over time.
[image: A Dolphin With Legs : r/IDAP]
On Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 8:39:17 AM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote:
> It's all about the lungs at some point. Strong thighs help but you need to
> lung capacity to truly mash for long stretches of road. Dolphin thighs
> woul
It's all about the lungs at some point. Strong thighs help but you need to
lung capacity to truly mash for long stretches of road. Dolphin thighs
would be fun to see! Ha
Doug
On Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:58:35 AM UTC-5 Ryan wrote:
> and not to throw shade on Bill or Patrick...the reason I
For those who've ordered one, which handlebar setup are you planning? I see
Rivendell offers two options or you can build your own as you wish. The
Rivendell options include Vince's pick with Albatross bars and Mark's pick
with Nitto Noodle bars.
Doug
On Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 8:22:52 A
I could not agree more, Ted. Asking folks to not post because of an
indirect link to someone they don't like is ridiculous. I enjoyed the
articles Patrick. Thanks so much for the links.
I hope to travel some by bicycle in retirement and reading these articles
helps to bide my time until that ca
Eddy Merckx, a Belgian cyclist, is known for saying, "Ride as much or as
little, as long or as short as you feel. But ride"
I'm sure many of you know of this quote but I had not read it before today.
It aligns with Grant's philosophy so I thought it would be appropriate for
this forum. I need t
my iPhone
>
> On Jan 7, 2025, at 8:16 AM, Doug H. wrote:
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> Eddy Merckx, a Belgian cyclist, is known for saying, "Ride as much or as
> little, as long or as short as you feel. But ride"
>
>
> I'm sure many of you know of this quote but I had not read it before
y, January 7, 2025 at 5:15:58 AM UTC-8 Doug H. wrote:
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>> Eddy Merckx, a Belgian cyclist, is known for saying, "Ride as much or as
>> little, as long or as short as you feel. But ride"
>>
>> I'm sure many of you know of this quote but I had not read i
Hi Kyle,
I know there are riders here who ride their Clems on singletrack trails. I
have ridden mine on fairly mild trails and it was just fine. The long
wheelbase seems to smooth out rocks and roots a bit. I do ride mine mostly
on the road however so others may want to offer their advice.
Doug
t;>>> larger frame sizes. Is that correct? If so, why? Is it necessary to
>>>>>> somehow
>>>>>> make the frame work in that size? any other Riv frame where they had to
>>>>>> do
>>>>>> that? I'm content with
I've used and really liked OneUp pedals. I did have to re-grease them after
about 800 miles but they have large platforms and are nice. Mine were a
boring green...boring compared to NL!! Awesome color scheme, Leah.
Doug
On Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 2:09:16 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
Here is one of those old Rivendell Riders Brooks B-17 saddles. The ad says
never used by shelf-worn.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/bellingham-rivendell-riders-brooks-b17/7816320556.html
Doug
On Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 7:05:31 PM UTC-5 philip@gmail.com wrote:
> Yeah, but at le
Some folks like to announce their exit from a platform. Not judging just
pointing out that it may be cathartic for people. I agree with Brian that
this group and bicycle talk is a welcome diversion from other things.
Doug
On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 7:51:48 AM UTC-5 Brian Turner wrote:
> T
Chris,
The same happened to me in 2024. The bicycle sat at the bicycle shop for
almost a week. Then the shop was kind enough to drive it to a UPS store.
Unfortunately, My beautiful Roadini was lost in transit, I think in
Colorado. I stress to all of you to purchase insurance, as I did. I was
re
I like the colors and the upgrades. The shifters seem more Rivendellian
which is a good thing.
Doug
On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 3:28:05 AM UTC-5 John wrote:
> Pre-order page is up with pics of the complete Clems.
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/products/clem-completes-2025
>
>
>
> On Saturday, J
Kim,
I am planning to upgrade the wheels on my Clem and would sell the
originals. But, my wheels are 32 spokes front and 36 rear. I assumed they
were all built with this spoke count. Mine have relatively low miles, if
you are interested.
Doug Hansford
On Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 4:53:23 PM
I want an Atlantis because of my dream to ride across the USA when I retire
in a few years. We shall see.
Doug
On Monday, January 27, 2025 at 2:17:58 PM UTC-5 krhe...@gmail.com wrote:
> Here is the 2025 RBW bicycle schedule.
>
> Kim Hetzel.
>
> On Mon, Jan 27, 2025, 10:07 AM Morgan Fox wrote:
I seem to recall that Riv alternates those models for production because of
the similarity.
Doug
On Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:44:25 PM UTC-5 Nick Payne wrote:
> On Thursday, 23 January 2025 at 11:16:24 am UTC+11 aaronr...@gmail.com
> wrote:
>
> hey, the riv homepage under "how do I get o
agg/> which
> sheds more light on this.
>
> Cheers, John
>
> On Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 3:18:38 PM UTC-8 Doug H. wrote:
>
>> I have been looking at Klunker bikes lately because a guy at work has
>> one. I had to look up the definition of a Klunker and it's
I've done some stretching, especially my hamstrings to alleviate a tight
back. Building core strength is helpful as well. I use an upright bar,
Bosco, but lean forward some during rides to stretch my back. One position
for an hour or more ride isn't comfortable to me.
Doug
On Friday, January 3,
Liz,
I have been down the same path with Silver 2 shifters. I really wanted them
to work for me but in the end I changed to Microshift. No more slipping.
Doug
On Friday, January 17, 2025 at 7:58:22 AM UTC-5 meti...@gmail.com wrote:
> Good question, Eric! We’re gonna try Microshifts that can be s
That is an amazing audio setup! So cool to see what people can do with
their bicycles.
I've ridden in bicycle groups and gotten into pretty good shape but could
never average 18 or more mph. I think 16 was my max average on a carbon
Felt Z6 road bike. I was never dedicated enough to road cycli
It surely will not look like the "cookie cutter" road bikes in your group
or pretty much in any group of road cyclists. Embrace the difference
especially since you and we know your CHG is superior in every conceivable
way! Yes, I believe that to be true.
Doug
On Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 9
This is so interesting. "Grocery getter, do everything bike." That could
apply to the Clem for sure. How will it differ I wonder??? H.
Doug
On Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 8:15:29 AM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote:
> *"Will did however tease a brand new model of which they'll receive
> prototyp
I have the book on my Kindle which almost seems contradictory.
Doug
On Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 4:18:16 PM UTC-5 Marty Gierke,
Stewartstown PA wrote:
> Reading this book today is almost like stopping by a quaint local book
> store on a lazy Sunday morning and running into Grant himself.
>
Bill,
"There is a generational talent in professional road racing, and that
individual is dominant at age 22"
I've waited many years to reach my dominant age which I thought would be
58. Now that I'm almost there, you tell me that I missed it! Haha.
Doug
On Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 10:01
Max,
That is a beauty. Well-appointed too with Chris King hubs, XT Cranks and
Paul brakes. I am tempted by the upcoming Atlantis but I'm tempted by most
all Rivendell frame releases. I'm just not sure how it would differ
substantially from my Clem L though.
Doug
On Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at
Well in that case the sale just got much less interesting to me. ;-)
Doug
On Friday, February 28, 2025 at 9:55:35 AM UTC-5 Paul M wrote:
> Actually the last run of tig Roadini's were $1300 plus shipping. Back in
> the day they were $900
>
> On Friday, 28 February 2025 at 06:4
1:04 UTC-8 Garry R wrote:
>>>>
>>>> 64cm Quickbeam frame & fork. No relation to seller:
>>>> https://www.ebay.com/itm/135528823836?widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
>>>>
>>>> On Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 2:08:32 PM UTC-5 Josh C
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