Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

; similar also (some math required on the CHG but it's HTA 71 / 71.5 STA). >> They both seem to possess that 'surprisingly quick considering it's so >> comfortable' quality, but my belief is that it would be marginal gains at >> best going from a Sam to a CH

[RBW] Re: Twine Wrapping

This handy document from Riv. If you look in the 20th catalog there's a primer in there as well. On Monday, February 14, 2022 at 7:18:13 PM UTC-5 Andrew Tur

Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried out their Uncle Ron's Orthopedic Bars?

That is a sick Nishiki, love the saddle, pedals and thumb shifters *and *those massive 80s brake levers! On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 1:12:55 PM UTC-5 John Phillips wrote: >I received my Ortho bars only to discover the bars are not symmetrical. > Both the structural 25.4mm bar clamp sec

Re: [RBW] Re: New-to-me Hunqapillar

Thanks for sharing, James! Sick Hunq ya got there B) On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 7:02:28 PM UTC-5 Jay Lonner wrote: > +1 on the Jones bars/Hunqapillar combo! Bosco variants had me sitting too > upright, and the non-bullmoose version was too flexy under load. > > Jay Lonner > Bellingham, WA

[RBW] Re: DMV Area Rivendell Riders

Hi DMV people – Anyone interested in meeting up for a ride sometime soon in or around DC? I'm unfamiliar with good routes and rides and of course open to suggestions. Would love to ride for a few hours :) Cold doesn't bother me but looks like we might be getting some nice weather before long.

[RBW] Re: DMV Area Rivendell Riders

Thanks, Liz! This looks groovy :) On Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 2:31:16 PM UTC-5 Elisabeth Sherwood wrote: > Google map of the route I tried to describe (apologies -- I don't use > Strava, etc!): > > > > https://www.google.com/maps/dir/1900+Anacostia+Dr,+Washington,+DC+20020/38.9478436,-76

[RBW] Re: FS: Suntour Bar Con 7 speed shifters

PM sent B) On Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 8:14:34 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > Price drop - $25 OBO. > > On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 10:28:58 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > >> Suntour Bar Con Accushift 7 speed bar end shifters. Some battle damage / >> scuffing. $35 shipped CONUS OBO.[image: Ba

[RBW] Re: FS: microSHIFT rear derailleurs

PM sent on the R10 On Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 8:32:17 AM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > Used RD M55, will shift a 34 tooth no problem, came on my Rivendell > Mystery Bike. Very good to excellent condition. Unique looking - silver and > black. $35 Shipped CONUS OBO. > [image: Microshift MDs.jpg]

Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried out their Uncle Ron's Orthopedic Bars?

Lucky – These were made in Taiwan, can't remember the factory. They make bars for one of the big companies (but can't remember who at the moment). On Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 1:15:38 PM UTC-5 Lucky wrote: > Am I wrong that these bars were hand bent by Ron and a vise, vs “factory > made”

Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried out their Uncle Ron's Orthopedic Bars?

John – Sorry your bars are wack! Yeah, must be a bummer for Crust with a ton of people saying "When ya gonna get me some more of these bars!" and other people saying "I got these bars but they're FUBARs!" On Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 1:13:26 PM UTC-5 John Phillips wrote: > Eric, The bar c

[RBW] Re: Show me your derailleur stash

Laing – Where did you pick up your big bad proto-Altus? On Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 1:55:34 PM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > The version 3 of the Campagnolo Rally was in fact, just a Nuovo Record > with the long Rally pulley cage. Very strong and reliable, just didn't > shift very well. > I sol

[RBW] Re: WTB Choco-moose

They're on the site if you search for 'em but not in the handlebars section https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-choco-moose-bar-cromo-dulbright-54cm-16250?_pos=2&_sid=ffc888141&_ss=r On Friday, February 18, 2022 at 4:17:58 PM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote: > I had Choco-moose on a Simple One and reall

[RBW] Re: New Craigslist/others thread

61cm Quickbeam, $1,100 in Cream Ridge, NJ https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/362753662336585/?ref=search&referral_code=marketplace_search&referral_story_type=post On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 9:56:57 PM UTC-5 maxcr wrote: > Someone must be looking for this one, 62 hunq!: > > https://sf

Re: [RBW] Re: New Craigslist/others thread

ll. Someone here snag it? I had a 64 QB a while back, but it always >>>>>>> felt >>>>>>> just a little too tall for me. Fun bike though. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Marty >>>>>>> >>>&

[RBW] Re: ISO: 700C rear wheel for 135 spacing

Thanks, Laing! Everyone else: Now gladly considering *your *cast-off rear wheels with 130mm spacing. On Thursday, February 24, 2022 at 5:01:07 PM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > It is highly unlikely that your 27' Mixte frame is 135 spacing. Are you > planning to have the frame re-spaced? Mixtes (6 s

Re: [RBW] New Craigslist/others thread

I just don't understand what people have against front mechs On Friday, February 25, 2022 at 1:15:09 PM UTC-5 samwe...@gmail.com wrote: > holy mackerel, get a load of that cassette! > > On Friday, February 25, 2022 at 10:27:24 AM UTC-6 Matthew Williams wrote: > >> Bleriot >> 59cm >> $2500 >> San

Re: [RBW] New Craigslist/others thread

"It's a long drive to right field, going deep and this thread is *outta here!*" I get the rationale behind the one-by drive train and certainly the satisfaction of filling your recycling bin with front derailers. And nothing against 'em! If you get by on a one-by that's all right by me. My th

[RBW] Re: New Nitto x Blue Lug Power Stem

Happy to share, Jason! Best o'luck :) On Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 9:17:25 PM UTC-5 Jason Fuller wrote: > Woo! I might just buy the FW30 for the Bombadil. I do like the smooth > fillets of the Riv version of this stem, but I'm somewhat between sizes on > the Riv stems and this has exact

[RBW] Re: New Nitto x Blue Lug Power Stem

Funny that in their blog post Nitto shares two of Ron's bikes with the Uncle Ron's Back Bars and yet this new stem wouldn't work with 'em! https://bluelug.com/blog/global/nitto-power-stem/ On Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 11:25:40 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > Happ

[RBW] Sunday Sale: Mechs, stems, skewers, brakes, books

Hi all – Here are a few things for sale. Please contact me off-list directly using my email address as it appears above and refer to the item numbers in the pictures. I’m having trouble receiving PMs and DMs here, they don’t even go to my spam folder. Prices do not include shipping which wi

[RBW] Re: Sunday Sale: Mechs, stems, skewers, brakes, books

unused toe strap pads. Yours for free. Please take them. On Sunday, February 27, 2022 at 2:04:39 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > Hi all – Here are a few things for sale. Please contact me off-list > directly using my email address as it appears above and refer to the item > numbers in

Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried out their Uncle Ron's Orthopedic Bars?

Uh oh, an available set of Ortho Bars! On Monday, February 28, 2022 at 10:16:34 AM UTC-5 mcgr...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi, Brynnar. I have a set of Ron's Bars that I'm not going to use > (switched over to Choco-moose on my Hunqapillar). Like-new shape, maybe > some marks from clamping, but othe

[RBW] Re: FS: Heat treated Albatross bars, Blue lug 25.4 threadless stem, 90mm generic 31.8 stem

Love them Albasnatch bars On Monday, February 28, 2022 at 10:43:54 AM UTC-5 Andrew Turner wrote: > Albas have been snatched > On Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 3:45:16 PM UTC-6 Andrew Turner wrote: > >> I got some goodies to convert drop bars to alt bars but it made the bike >> a little too sta

[RBW] Re: Sunday Sale: Mechs, stems, skewers, brakes, books

ts of unused toe strap pads. Yours for free. Please take them. On Monday, February 28, 2022 at 7:48:20 AM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > A few updates and I added a Surly rear rack for $50 and some free Soma toe > strap pads. Thanks, everyone! > > Pictures are here. > <http

[RBW] Re: Shellacing the Neubaums

JohnS: It sounds like you have too much shellac in your brush. Submerge the bristles of your brush only about a half inch and then lay off the brush by wiping the end of the bristles on the underside of the rim of the can. You only need enough to get a single even coat. Shellac dries quickly, it

[RBW] FS: Rough Stuff book, bar end shifters, Suntour barcons, etc.

ackage. On Monday, February 28, 2022 at 11:44:32 AM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > A few updates and some price reductions. > > Pictures are here. > <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1cXT8Q_SLtlFookxPJC69kgZauKgDJdBq?usp=sharing> > > 1. Further Adventures in Rough Stuff – *

[RBW] Re: FS: Rough Stuff book, bar end shifters, Suntour barcons, etc.

ackage. On Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 3:06:39 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > Further updates and some price reductions. Thanks everyone! > > Pictures are here > <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1cXT8Q_SLtlFookxPJC69kgZauKgDJdBq?usp=sharing> > > 1. Further Adventures in R

[RBW] Re: Your Bombadil frame decal, was Re: New Nitto x Blue Lug Power Stem

gt; >> Funny that in their blog post Nitto shares two of Ron's bikes with the >> Uncle Ron's Back Bars and yet this new stem wouldn't work with 'em! >> >> https://bluelug.com/blog/global/nitto-power-stem/ >> >> On Saturday, February 26, 20

[RBW] Re: FS: Further Adventures in Rough Stuff book – Rough Stuff Fellowship

And sold! On Thursday, March 3, 2022 at 8:16:45 AM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > I listed this book in a recent for sale post and I'm surprised no one has > bought it! > > $30 shipped CONUS. Hit me up! Spare yrself international shipping. > > [image: IMG_8668.JPG] &

[RBW] Re: Drop bar - Fit question

Before swapping the post, have you tried sliding the saddle all the way forward on the lugged seatpost and trying that? On Friday, March 4, 2022 at 2:44:06 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > Dang it, I wish there was a way to edit these things. I'd swap the post > first and see what you think. You

[RBW] Re: New Rivendell Shop VIsit Video

I'm glad to hear you're excited about the bandanas, Bill, I am too. I designed 'em! On Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 10:46:20 AM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > The latest Grant Blagh also pumps my anticipation for lug-bandanas. On > top of that...Anna doing karaoke! That was sensational. > > Bil

[RBW] Re: Share some pictures: Raw steel bikes

Thanks to you all for sharing. Eric: Do you have any color pics that show the corrosion, surface rust and patina? Patch: Your experience sounds helpful! I'd love to see some pictures when you have a chance. Did you ever find a way to maintain some corrosion and patina? Like letting it weathe

[RBW] Re: New Rivendell Shop VIsit Video

Thanks, Bill! Fortunately, I don't think they'll sell out right away. Let's just say... they are getting a *lot *of them. Made in the USA by the same people who make the Hav A Hank paisley bandanas we all know and love. >From what I understand Grant wanted the pricing to be low because in ce

[RBW] Re: Share some pictures: Raw steel bikes

Thanks, Steven, that laser cutting trick is another level. On Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 6:33:50 PM UTC-5 S. Greco wrote: > satin clear powder coat on this serrota club special. > the logos were sandblasted into the steel with a vinyl-cut mask prior to > the clear coat. > [image: DSCF3630.jpg]

Re: [RBW] Re: Share some pictures: Raw steel bikes

Thanks, Willet! David: Phew, that's the stuff! Thanks for the closeup of the headtube (insert 🆒 emojis) On Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 11:59:11 AM UTC-5 sprun...@gmail.com wrote: > Here are two pictures of my first-generation Bombadil in raw steel with a > Suntour XC Pro drivetrain. > Davi

Re: [RBW] Re: Share some pictures: Raw steel bikes

Yes, Patch! Thanks! Very very kind of you to dig these up. Great examples. Thanks for the notes on finishing, rusting, etc. Much appreciated! On Friday, March 11, 2022 at 3:04:28 PM UTC-5 Patch T wrote: > Eric - photos of an 80-smthg Trek 950. 850? below. Can't find photos of > the Elance. Th

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem Lost 2 Pounds!

Nice, Joyce! I'm also interested to know the rims. I can't remember what you had before and I can't tell by zooming in but they kinda look like Cliffhangers. The bike looks great :) On Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 10:13:16 AM UTC-5 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > Deore hubs but which rims? > > Sen

[RBW] Re: [Repainted] Bombadil on its Archetypal Route

Great pics, Jason! Bike looks great, as well. On Monday, March 14, 2022 at 1:31:29 AM UTC-4 brendonoid wrote: > That last photo amongst the logs by the lake is beautiful. > > On Monday, 14 March 2022 at 11:47:33 UTC+8 Jason Fuller wrote: > >> Did 50km of muddy, snowy double track and trails toda

[RBW] Re: ISO: Front hub dust cover for SE Sansin, 1985 MB-2

e has a large loose hardware section where you can handle everything. Always good for dry fitting things in where other bits are missing. On Sunday, March 13, 2022 at 10:08:12 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > *Cross-posted to iBob :) * > > Hello all – I am servicing the hubs on a 1985 MB

[RBW] Re: Share some pictures: Raw steel bikes

Thanks, Robert! Is this totally raw or is it raw with a clear coat and the patina is under the clear? I ask because I'd figure a raw steel frame would weather more quickly that the time frame you mention. I am prepared to be wrong about this assumption! On Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 12:59:00

[RBW] Re: Share some pictures: Raw steel bikes

eliu01: Nice Frances! Thanks for sharing Robert: Thanks for the added info, got it concerning the frame being out west. I'm in Virginia! The humidity will have fun with raw steel. On Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 3:46:22 PM UTC-4 cycli...@gmail.com wrote: > Beautiful Frances 650b custom. > > On

[RBW] Re: New ride video.

Nice vid, Brendon! Looks like fun riding, wish I had groovy trails like that around me. On Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 5:27:23 AM UTC-4 brendonoid wrote: > Hey folks, Lots of people seem to have enjoyed that last few videos I've > posted so here is a link to a new one! >

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

I'm convinced by his inclusion of the phrase "the price is NOT negotiable!" On Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 7:28:48 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > It's weird but the description is written like he knows exactly what he > has. If he's the original owner and knocking the selling price down from >

[RBW] Re: $500 Atlantis

Anybody here nab this? On Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 7:57:24 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > It's still dicey but if he's come to a place of just needing it gone, that > number should do it. I've done sales like that. > > > > On Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 4:42:21 PM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > >> Actua

[RBW] Re: $500 Atlantis

Dang, I was hoping someone got it for a sweet deal. Too bad the person asking for shipping ruined it for the next buyer. On Sunday, March 20, 2022 at 1:38:53 PM UTC-4 J wrote: > No. The seller was contacted by someone from this group wanting him to > ship it. When he said it was local pickup o

[RBW] Hub sounds in Kraftwerk's Tour de France: 1983 and 2003

I'm not well versed in the Tour de France but I've been enjoying Kraftwerk's song of the same name. The song was originally released as a single in 1983 and features some hub noises and also some (I think) pump noises as well. 1983 version. The gr

[RBW] Clem completes at Crust

Hi all — Crust has a handful of complete Clems in blue and green if anyone is looking https://crustbikes.com/products/rivendell-clem-l-factory-complete?variant=39883032395866 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Hub sounds in Kraftwerk's Tour de France: 1983 and 2003

I'm glad to hear from a few Kraftwerk fans, I'm not super familiar but finally getting around to them. Sean, seems they have taken pretty careful control of their catalog and legacy. Once they had boiled down their sound, philosophy and aesthetic they decided to exclude some of the work they d

[RBW] Re: WTB: Replacement fork, 1985 Bridgestone MB-3

PM sent, thanks. Likely too fancy for this build and the person I'm working on the bike for. On Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 12:31:05 AM UTC-4 gre...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: IMG_0694 (1).jpg] > > On Friday, March 25, 2022 at 10:28:42 p.m. UTC-6 Grady Wright wrote: > >> Good Timing! I have been

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem completes at Crust

Crust HQ is in Richmond but I'm starting to think they have a second outpost in LA. If Johnny (who I believe is in CA) got his Clem really quickly that could be the case. I'm in VA and I've never received a package (anything from a small order up to and including a complete bike) from Riv in l

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem completes at Crust

Oh, so sorry about that Johnny! Forgive me. That would explain the quick shipping from Richmond. I *still *say there's a Cali base for Crust ;) On Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 4:29:39 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > I am in PA. Probably much warmer in CA right now. > > On Saturday, March 26, 202

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Heron 54cm $1,150 Winston-Salem, NC Very sad setup: squishy saddle, stem, bars, rack, etc. Blech. On Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 11:02:49 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > Platypus > 60cm > $2200 > San Francisco, CA > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-rivendell-platypus-60

[RBW] Re: Help me buy a Riv

I think your initial take is on the right track and you'd do well with a Hillborne/Homer or Appaloosa/Atlantis. I grouped the bikes because they're functional clones in terms of geo. Split hairs with the brakes on the Homer! You might find the 2018 Rivendell frames catalog

[RBW] Re: Nashville bike purchase assistance please

Nice, Kai! Glad you could get this worked out. Is this the $600 Ram from the other thread? On Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 3:32:38 PM UTC-4 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > All set! Halcyon bicycles, who sound great on the phone and were seconded, > thirded and fourthed by responders, will be

[RBW] Re: Nashville bike purchase assistance please

Deal of the century On Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 3:43:50 PM UTC-4 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > it is! > > On Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 3:42:51 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Nice, Kai! Glad you could get this worked out. Is this the $600 Ram from >> the other thread? >> >> On

[RBW] Rivendell mermaid paint / Thelma and Louise Thunderbird

I recently watched Thelma & Louise and noticed Louise's 1966 Thunderbird is pretty much a perfect match to my mermaid Appaloosa. That is all. [image: 34603f9bf7f63a2aa43d470f27deace3.jpg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Custom $950

It's funny because Kai got that giant Ram for $600 and it was real On Friday, April 1, 2022 at 11:11:46 AM UTC-4 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > https://youtu.be/Tm4n9hl0oCM > more april fun from transportation alternatives > -Kai > > On Friday, April 1, 2022 at 7:40:11 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Anybody get a Riv cycling cape?

Thank you, thank you (bows dramatically). Yes, it's light but doesn't vent much! Luckily they come in a box of 50. On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 12:07:48 PM UTC-4 ezre...@gmail.com wrote: > Haha Eric, I love the effort you put into those pics! Your cape looks so > light, how many grams is it?

[RBW] Re: A Platy on the Raddy

Great pics, write up and discussion. Thanks for the link! On Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 7:17:48 PM UTC-4 jrst...@gmail.com wrote: > Great article. Glad he found the right guy to help him on his journey. > > On Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 3:31:57 PM UTC-4 Doug H. wrote: > >> Excellent story. Bicyc

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

The 51cm Appaloosa in Boston is a pretty nice, specific, deluxe build for someone to purchase, never ride and then sell... On Friday, April 8, 2022 at 2:30:12 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Is anyone going to buy this hot 62cm Hunq? > > [image: s-l1600.jpg] > > On Friday, April

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Hi Taylor — It's a very nice bike, indeed and I understand your rationale for selling. What I mean is that this bike is fully thought out and spec'd out rather than what we understand to be a "stock" Rivendell build. Quills with WI and SON hubs, not Velocity-built wheels with Deore hubs; gold

[RBW] Re: Production year of my Sam Hillborne?

Thanks, all. And let's hear it for Bill Lindsey everyone, Bill Lindsey. Thanks for coming out to the Chuckle Hut this evening, have a safe drive home and don't forget to tip your servers! We'll be back next Tuesday night. On Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 5:42:00 PM UTC-4 aeroperf wrote: > Yes,

[RBW] Re: Production year of my Sam Hillborne?

Thank you, John! On Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 9:41:38 PM UTC-4 John Bokman wrote: > I had a 2009 that looked the same (Orange headtube color). > > On Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 4:27:36 PM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Thanks, all. >> >> And let's hear it for Bill Lindsey everyone, Bill

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms, Apricot Blossoms, Peach Blossoms

Great pictures as always, Takashi! Thanks for sharing :) On Friday, April 15, 2022 at 6:06:26 AM UTC-4 Takashi wrote: > Hi Joyce > I didn't notice fragrance of peach blossoms. I haven't heard other people > talk about fragrance of cherry or peach blossoms, so it's not that I'm > insensitive to

[RBW] For sale: Hubs, cassettes, bar-cons, Outer Shell stem caddy, etc.

Hey everyone -- I had to cancel my ride this morning so I'm home culling the parts cabinet. Prices below do not include shipping, which will be calculated based on weight and location. Payment via PayPal Friends & Family. Pictures are here.

Re: [RBW] Re: If you want to see someone's Clem L this is the thread

Looks like a very fun bike, Johnny. Thanks for sharing the pics! On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 11:08:44 AM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > @rmrose58 that is a killer looking Clem. I have a Deore/Cliffhanger > wheelset that I am planning to get set up tubeless. I am going to throw > some Gravel Ki

[RBW] Re: Best all-around useful saddlebag?

Hi Chris – Welcome! I've been running a Sackville "Happisack" (I just think of it as the "medium") for over a year and love it. Great size for me as I do a lot of grocery trips and it fits a large clamshell of salad or a twelve pack of seltzer. Also can accommodate my laptop, documents, sweate

[RBW] Re: For sale: Hubs, cassettes, bar-cons, Outer Shell stem caddy, etc.

An additional item: 16. Surly rear rack -- $50/OBO Black painted chromoly rack from Surly. Some wear through the paint and light surface rust from a few tours, in good shape though. Retails for $150ish. On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 11:49:09 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Hey everyone -

[RBW] For sale: Cassettes, hubs, barcons, Outer Shell stem caddy, etc.

Hey everyone -- I had to cancel my ride this morning so I'm home culling the parts cabinet. Prices below do not include shipping, which will be calculated based on weight and location. Payment via PayPal Friends & Family. Please contact me directly by email (ericmarth at gmail dot com) rather

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv asks: One bike forever, which one?

I noticed this in the Sheldon Brown / Grant Petersen interview Will posted on the site this week. The interview is undated but it must be from around 1996 because Grant mentions Reader No. 7 and my copy has a postmark date of May 1996. I'd wager Grant's answer in 2022 would be much different!

[RBW] Re: For sale: Cassettes, hubs, barcons, Outer Shell stem caddy, etc.

ersunk washers. 16. Surly rear rack -- $50/OBO Black painted chromoly rack from Surly. Some wear through the paint and light surface rust from a few tours, in good shape though. Retails for $150ish. On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 1:03:36 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Hey everyone -- I had

Re: [RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Bleriot 61cm $2,300 Atlanta, GA https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3292039/ On Monday, April 18, 2022 at 5:38:11 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > I live very close to Lancaster. Nice to see some other local Rivendell > fans! > > On Monday, April 18, 2022 at 4:20:34 PM UTC-4 Doug H. wrote: > >> Robert

Re: [RBW] Re: Who's pre-ordering an Atlantis next week?

Congrats to everyone on their Atlantis pre-orders. I'd fit a 55 but I dream of that double top tube on the 59. Not being able to fit the double tube frames pushed me to the Appaloosa, a bicycle I love. On Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 5:39:44 PM UTC-4 Thomas Sibley wrote: > I ordered a 59 yester

[RBW] FS: Outer Shell stem caddy, 9sp cassette, German mirror, etc.

Hello! Some updates to my for sale listing from last weekend. Prices below do not include shipping, which will be calculated based on weight and location. Payment via PayPal Friends & Family. Please contact me directly by email (ericmarth at gmail dot com) rather than replying to the thread.

[RBW] Re: For trade: Fabio's Chest, my charcoal doom for your Connecticut khaki

Clarification: I'm actually looking for waxed field tan! Not Connecticut khaki. Thanks again. On Monday, April 25, 2022 at 9:45:02 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Hi all — I have a brand new, never-mounted Fab's Chest in waxed charcoal > "doom." And I'm wis

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Small Fabio's Chest, new

Chest swap in progress. Thanks everyone On Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 12:10:29 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Hi all — I have a new Fab's chest in waxed charcoal doom for sale. Waxed > cordura, specs are here. > <https://ronsbikes.com/products/fabios-waxed-chest-doomd-charcoa

[RBW] Re: PSA - Brooks B68s FS on eBay

Hi Laing -- Would you mind sharing with us what you love about the B68? I understand these are out of production, hence the scrambling. On Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 11:24:12 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > Yeah, that was a good price. > > Laing > > On Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 11:23:08 AM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: PSA - Brooks B68s FS on eBay

Thank you, Laing! On Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 3:40:51 PM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > Mostly, the B68 fits me and mounts on a single rail seat post. I rode > narrower Brooks when I was younger and thinner, but they are no longer > comfortable for me. Think of it as a wider B17 (which was my 1st B

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm Platypus

Very cool! Congrats! On behalf of the group, we want pictures! On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 11:57:42 AM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > Winner! 🏆 > That's a really nice bike. Enjoy! > > On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 8:38:28 AM UTC-7 rsb...@msn.com wrote: > >> I bought the Platy in NJ yesterday. Went

Re: [RBW] Re: Latest Blahg, Leah, sheep

Congrats again Leah on joining up with a group who aren't quite on the same page as you regarding frames, riding style, practicality and the rest. It will be interesting to see how the group changes over time. Has anyone borrowed a Platypus? Have you gone on a double Platy ride with your mento

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

Thanks as always for a thoughtful writeup and great pictures, Jason! I probably will never buy a Gallop but I totally agree about the canti studs. On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 8:35:22 AM UTC-4 Takashi wrote: > Thank you for the review Jason. > Now that I read the review I'm interested in Charlie

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

The NH Ram setup, pics and description are freaking me out, man! It's so weird! On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 1:41:21 PM UTC-4 Adam wrote: > If the seller of the Chicago Clem is on this list, feel free to reach out > directly and skip the ebay fees. I'm in Chicago and interested. > > On Monday, Ma

Re: [RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

bicycles. > > On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 4:38:58 PM UTC-4 Jingy wrote: > >> I saw those brake levers mounted on the bar ends and thought Waaaht? >> Jim In Mpls >> >> >> >> >> On Tue, May 3, 2022 at 1:45 PM Eric Marth wrote: >> >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

Just finished reading through and congrats, yankeebird, on nailing down a bike. I left a note in the For Sale thread but will repeat the request here: Please share some pics! I could use some soothing after the trauma of the mismatched tires, only rear fender and those bars On Tuesday, May 3,

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

The Seattle Yves seems like a nice bike at a fair price but phew I wish for better pics and build descriptions on posts like these. On Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 1:26:08 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > Read the Rambouillet "54cm" ad carefully before driving to Arcata, that's > a 56. > > On Tuesda

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Hats off to the gold Sam seller for posting *nice pictures*! Johnny, the plural of platypus is platypuses. I'd vote platypodes. You might enjoy this bit from the Australian Platypus Conservancy : *What is the plural of “platypus”?* This is perhaps the single most fre

[RBW] Re: Overnighter Photos

When I saw this post I said to myself, "Oh, this is going to be good." Takashi's ride reports and pictures never disappoint. The log tripod really delivered the night sky! Thanks for sharing! On Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 9:40:02 AM UTC-4 Takashi wrote: > Some more photos from the ride. > >

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Edwin, it's a Kokusai, what more info do we need?! On Friday, May 13, 2022 at 9:51:58 AM UTC-4 Edwin W wrote: > I agree with Eric... nice photos are nice. > > From our local craigslist, this one is on the other end of the photo > spectrum > > https://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/d/nashville-bike

[RBW] PSA: Crust has towel racks in stock

https://crustbikes.com/collections/handlebars/products/towel-rack-bar As of 5:00PM Eastern all sizes, both colors in stock. -- 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, s

Re: [RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

Congrats, Yankeebird! Looks like a nice bike, there. I'm glad you found a frame that met your needs and built up into a comfy ride :) On Monday, May 16, 2022 at 10:32:56 AM UTC-4 Yankeebird wrote: > Here you go, Eric > I got it back up and running in a temporary fashion-- not sure where I > wa

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Hubbuhubbuh "Large" $3,200 Washington, DC https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/d/washington-large-rivendell-hubbuhubbah/7484571735.html [image: 00303_1KYarzNVztQz_0jC0eI_600x450.jpg] On Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 12:09:59 AM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > Clementine > 52cm > 2000 > San A

[RBW] FS: Linen and seersucker shirts

Hi all — I have two hot weather riding shirts for sale. Cost does not include actual shipping to you. Payment via Venmo or PayPal Friends & Family. Please contact me off-list: eric marth /at/ gmail /dot/ com Shirts will be freshly laundered cold and air dried. Pictures here. &l

[RBW] Re: FS: Linen and seersucker shirts

These shirts are sold. Thanks! On Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 6:05:19 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Hi all — I have two hot weather riding shirts for sale. Cost does not > include actual shipping to you. Payment via Venmo or PayPal Friends & > Family. > > Please contact me o

Re: [RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

headset >>>> 62cm >>>> $1,100 >>>> Havre de Grace, MD >>>> >>>> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/758797715280300/?ref=search&referral_code=marketplace_search&referral_story_type=post >>>> >>>> [image: 28175736

[RBW] Re: Hecho Where?

As far as I recall the "Hecho in Connecticut" first appeared on the Shopsacks last March. Just strikes me as another opportunity for Grant to tweak something and make it his own. Can't think of other brands that use unholy combinations of Spanish and English on their product labels. GP is fond

[RBW] WTB: Nitto tall stem, 25.4, 5cm or 6cm

Hello everyone, I'm looking for a tall Nitto stem with a 25.4 clamp diameter and 5cm or 6cm extension. Technomic is fine, deluxe is cool too. Used is great, beaten and battered not so much. Please reach out via email! eric marth t geemail dot comb (as seen above). Thanks --

[RBW] Re: FS: A bunch of nice parts I was accumulating for a build that isn't happening

Oh man people gonna be groaning over those Ortho Bars On Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 2:07:23 PM UTC-4 Stuart Lovinggood wrote: > Interested in the Ortho bars. Sent a PM but unsure if it went through, > been a hot minute since I used Google Groups. > > On Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 9:29:50 AM UTC-

[RBW] WTB: Replacement fork for 58cm Hillborne

After enjoying a very weird wreck that ruined my front wheel and twisted my fork I'm looking for a fork for my Hillborne. It's a 58cm from 2009 production run in Taiwan. If you have something you'd be willing to sell me please let me know at eric/marth/at/gmail/com (my addres

[RBW] Re: WTB: Replacement fork for 58cm Hillborne

Yeah, I'm okay! Thanks Brendon. On Monday, June 13, 2022 at 3:21:21 AM UTC-4 brendonoid wrote: > Weird wreck? Are you okay? What happened? > > I do not have a fork, sorry. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

[RBW] FS: Rivendell tee, Big Agnes pad, derailers (mostly free), wool, etc.

Purging some stuff, hopefully you can find a use for the things below. Prices do not include shipping. Please email me directly to arrange purchase (eric marth - at - gee mail dot calm). Venmo or PayPal Friends and/or Family. Thank you! Pics are here. <https://drive.google.com/dr

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