[RBW] Re: Compliments

I live in the northeast and after all of these years only had one person say nice bike. Not sure if it was the Hillborne or the Saluki. This person did not know it was a rivendell, they were not riding but walking at the time. Of course there are less Rivs here than in the Bay Area. On Wednesd

[RBW] Re: Newer Sam Hillborne/Toyo Atlantis crossover

Cannot speak for the Atlantis but I have a Hillborne and think it can be used on streets, gravel, dirt paths. It can fit 48mm tires without fenders, a really nice bike with shorter chainstays than Riv is favoring on 90% of their current bikes. For me that was the decision point. On Saturday,

[RBW] Re: "Grant hates toe clips."

I rode with clips and straps for most of my riding years (started I believe with them in the mid ‘70’s on my first 10 speed. I tried clipless in the ‘90’s (frogs) but took a bad spill when I was unable to disengage hurting my leg, and back to clips and straps. After my second back surgery and r

Re: [RBW] NYC Riv Ride?

My home town, Far Rockaway. For safety stay on the boardwalk should you ride in Far Rockaway. The western part of the Rockaways is much safer these days. On Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 1:31:07 PM UTC-5 ryan.o...@gmail.com wrote: > Not sure about my plans but would love to be kept in the loop.

[RBW] Re: Maiden voyage with my new Homer

Looks great, enjoy. On Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 2:52:27 PM UTC-5 Tim Bantham wrote: > Congrats Don! Looks like a nice build. My new Homer frameset is hanging in > my basement just waiting for me to hang some parts on it. Can't wait to get > it on the road!. > > On Saturday, January 6, 202

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell and Brooks B68 short film

Jock, I like some like the Hillborne, Saluki, Bleriot. I did try the newer longer Atlantis but it was not for me. I did want a Yves Gomez which is also not very long but the seller did not want to sell to me. Just as well as I found my much sought after Saluki. That is a beautiful bike. I hope

[RBW] Re: Rim selection for a Sam Hillborne

I’m using Velocity Atlas rims on my 650b Hillborne. It mounts 48mm tires with ease and rides great. I use the older synergy’s on my Saluki with no issues with 42mm Baby Shoe Pass tires, but putting a 48mm tire on it would be a lot more work if even possible. I did try a Panaracer Gravel King a

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy Sizing & Search

This may not show. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gfiN1kOxVrthdc6eScUF9fP5n-BvRBILbBMYiEg5LM4/edit#gid=0 On Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at 8:44:01 AM UTC-4 Tom Palmer wrote: > I second and third the Buena Vista as I have 2. Very nice bikes from quick > road rides to grocery shopping to

[RBW] Re: Zero-rise Albatross Bar?

Kieran, I switched from Albatross to Choco. Love the Choco bars, much more room for your hands and you can reverse them so they go slightly down vs. up. It is a very mild rise. On Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 2:04:02 PM UTC-4 Kieran J wrote: > Honestly, I think the Choco bars are the clos

[RBW] Re: saddle angle and lower back pain

I am no stranger to back pain, have had it for over 30 years and 3 back surgeries. I ride my brooks level but not because of back pain but other issues as knee and leg pain and tilting the saddle up gives me numbness. I do ride my saddle lower than my bars which for me makes sense. . Also you

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

I would fall mostly into the Golden Ager, but also the Proto Riv as you define them. I tried one longer chainstay Riv and we did not connect. I currently have a Hillborne which while a newer design for me is more old school, and a Saluki. I have had Riv Roads, a Custom, an AR, and the list

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

I’m with you. I’d trade my near mint orange for a silver in a heartbeat. On Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 10:04:00 AM UTC-5 jak...@me.com wrote: > Anxiously awaiting the new Sams to land on our shores and am obsessing > over the potential build. Perusing these pages with all of your > experi

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

My bright orange from the batch before the Dark Gold is 27.2. On Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 9:58:35 PM UTC-5 velomann wrote: > "I do not recall a 26.8mm seatpost in the past for the Sam H." > > My Dark Gold Sam from the last batch 2 (3?) years ago has a 26.8 seatpost > diameter, so this isn'

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

Paul, my custom was 56cm measured by Grant, my Hillborne is 51cm and fits as it should. On Mon, Dec 5, 2022 at 2:56 PM Paul Clifton wrote: > I'm not looking to buy a Sam, but I just glanced at the size chart on > Instagram, and, wow, the sizing has changed dramatically over the years. My > PBH i

Re: [RBW] Re: Best saddle for very upright posture?

Kim, I tried the Selle and within a few rides the saddle was loosing all shape and I would have needed to tighten it. I thought that was a bit too quick so it went back. It was not the H but the model just before it in their lineup, but I am only about 145 pounds. On Mon, Dec 5, 2022 at 9:36 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

n't had a >>>>> lugged Riv on the block in quite a while and these colors are spectacular. >>>>> Don't doddle! >>>>> >>>>> On Monday, December 5, 2022 at 9:41:51 PM UTC-8 eliot...@gmail.com >>>>> wrote: >>>>>

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Hillbornes

gt; >>>>>> On Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 12:52:36 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> Yep. The folks who will never ride a mixte/step-thru haven't had a >>>>>>> lugged Riv on the block in quite a while and these col

Re: [RBW] Re: Tempt me to sell you my 51cm Bright orange Sam Hillborne

Garth, I was thinking $1450 plus shipping, professionally packed. Headset included but not BB. I have 2 BB’s here but they are probably too long, both new Tange. I may have a few other odds and ends that I could include. On Wed, Dec 7, 2022 at 6:02 PM Garth wrote: > > I'm gonna play the sourpus

Re: [RBW] Re: Tempt me to sell you my 51cm Bright orange Sam Hillborne

Colin, I have thought of that. Also just keeping it as is as it is in brand new condition. Thanks. On Sun, Dec 11, 2022 at 2:10 AM Colin wrote: > Have you thought about getting it repainted? Would be a lot cheaper/less > logistics than a brand new frame. I just got the lime color and am planni

[RBW] Re: Sam 51cm rough draft

Very nice, enjoy. On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:54:36 PM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote: > Elegant bicycle that Sam. Which handlebars, crankset, and wheels do you > have on it? > Doug > > On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:14:05 PM UTC-5 Shoji Takahashi wrote: > >> Looks great! For me, it'd be a toug

[RBW] Re: Kucharik wool shorts with real chamois or Andiamos under street shorts

Patrick, I’ve never worn anything more comfortable than Kucharik wool shorts. I had my time with synthetic skin tight shorts and bib shorts but without high pads and while ok the Kucharik were still the most comfortable. On Friday, July 7, 2023 at 7:59:02 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > I was

[RBW] Re: Kucharik wool shorts with real chamois or Andiamos under street shorts

them. I should be a medium so you can base it on that. The pad itself is minimal at best. Good luck. On Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 10:02:59 AM UTC-4 J S wrote: > Patrick, I’ve never worn anything more comfortable than Kucharik wool > shorts. I had my time with synthetic skin tight shor

Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted post worries

I better post more often as I like selling on this list and giving good deals. It seems scams are all around us. On Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 9:30:31 AM UTC-4 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > Ted Wood, > > I got caught up in a spider web with Anita Batya most recently for those > *REW10 > WORKS* hex

[RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

I have a question regarding the Roadini vs. the old Saluki and Bleriot bikes. I wonder how similar it is to these? I have a Sam and found a Saluki in my size so sold my Bleriot. I am not a fan of the lng chainstays, so the Sam works perfectly for someone like me. I have fat 48mm tires on it

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Koma Lights in-stock at Analog

I think the last ones I got were from Crust. I bought some from Blue Lug previously. On Friday, July 21, 2023 at 4:15:05 PM UTC-4 Mackenzy Albright wrote: > I fully submerged mine under water for over an hour accidentally. The > switch got kind of weird but it still worked for close to a year

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

For some of us who have had back pain with more modern bikes Rivendells have always been a breath of fresh air. I started buying them in 1997 and have not looked back, they made riding possible for me again. I do prefer the Rivs with the shorter for Riv chainstays. Nice bikes for those of us who

Re: [RBW] New Member Introduction—Sam Hillborne commuter

I’m west of both of you, East Longmeadow. My rides have been in this area as well as Northampton and Amherst and parts of Connecticut. I’ve never seen another Rivendell in the 26 years I have been riding here starting with my first Rivendell Road in 1997. On Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 6:45:59 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

Garth, looks really nice. Are they made in Taiwan? Enjoy On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 4:09 PM Garth wrote: > I pre-ordered the VO Rando today. Through the 6th the frames are > discounted 20% for pre-orders. I hadn't even been aware of them. Road bike > heaven, Yippee ! > > I finally got the drop bars

[RBW] Re: Wheel Builder

Not close to you but I used Peter White on my last wheels and have been very pleased. He is meticulous. On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 7:49:49 PM UTC-4 Josh C wrote: > Thanks. I've heard of Sugar but didn't think of that, I'll look into them. > > On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 2:13:14 PM UTC-4 f

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Ibex merino cycling shorts (Made in USA)

Ibex made great products when they were in VT before they sold their name. These are the good ones. On Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 7:56:42 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Now $40 plus shipping to you :o) > > On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 11:48:43 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > >> *Correction

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

That Hillborne seems very cheap for a complete bike. On Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 11:01:32 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > SAM HILLBORNE > 57cm > 1200 > San Francisco, CA > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/d/portola-valley-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7657012769.html > -- You received thi

[RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho vs. Nitto Albatross

I switched to Choco bars in 2020 from Albatross bars. I have never regretted the switch, seems like I have extra hand room and added comfort. On Friday, August 25, 2023 at 1:51:07 PM UTC-4 David Pulsipher wrote: > Hi there, > > I've been using the Nitto Albatross now for over 13 years - and lov

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2023

Grants sizing was so different then. Would that be a 53 by todays and everyone else’s yesterday standards? On Mon, Aug 28, 2023 at 7:53 PM Eric Marth wrote: > Wow that Heron is deluxe as hell! > > On Monday, August 28, 2023 at 3:55:37 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote: > >> Another local sale only and no men

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Update

In my experience when just a few coats of shellac are used it can feel rough. I always do many coats, 7,8 or more until it feels smooth. The longest to dry is the first coat, after that dry time is quicker as you put on more coats. My shellacked bars are very smooth. Good luck, nice looking

[RBW] Re: Aging cyclists (was upright bars and geometry)

Ted, very timely. I took my Saluki out the other day and yesterday my back was screaming. I just turned 72 and my back has been an issue since my 40’s, why I started riding Rivendells. Today I will ride my Hillborne. To make it fair I took the 48mm tires off and put 42’s on like on the Saluki.

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

Someone got a deal. On Sat, Sep 16, 2023 at 7:57 PM Max S wrote: > Did anyone here buy that?.. Curious about some slight geo diffs. between > the SO and the QB, like BB drop, setback, front-center... > > - Max "curious minds" in A2 > > On Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 3:28:03 PM UTC-4 Michael

[RBW] Re: I only have 1 chance to get a Rivendell.. which would you recommend?

I prefer the Hillborne but I like it being closer to older bikes before the chainstays got longer and longer at Riv. On Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 11:46:51 AM UTC-5 ahb...@gmail.com wrote: > Only 1 chance because I'm living in Asia and the closest place I can buy > is from Blue Lug online

[RBW] Re: Best Rivendell for pavement riding

I ride exclusively on pavement and of the current models the Sam Hillborne does it wonderfully. On Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 1:56:38 PM UTC-5 cfic...@gmail.com wrote: > I really like the Rivendell approach to bikes and bike technology with the > idea of a more upright posture and a long wheel

[RBW] Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

I tried an Atlantis but was not enamored. Sold it and got a Hillborne which I love but still not as much as my finally found Saluki but like it a lot. I am probably in the minority here but I know there must be others who share my sentiments. I have had so many Rivs, 2 roads, one custom when the

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

I like the bit longer chain stays of my Sam and Saluki as well but that is as long as I need. On Tue, Mar 5, 2024 at 12:01 PM Tim Bantham wrote: > I can relate to this. For me there are pros and cons. For example, the > Clem I bought a few years ago was intended to be an analog mountain bike. I

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

Thanks Kim. I have only used Technomic stems because they were the longest available when I started with Riv in ‘97 or so. I think on my first road I used the shorter Technomic deluxe. On Sat, Mar 9, 2024 at 7:23 PM Kim H. wrote: > @Joel, > The Nitto Technomic NTC-280 stemis very much different

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

Kim, I agree, I have never wanted a threadless stem, probably for the same reasons as you. In my mind a threadless stem will not give me the height I desire, maybe I am wrong but I have my bikes and will not be adding any more. On Sat, Mar 9, 2024 at 8:51 PM Kim H. wrote: > @Joel, > You are mo

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

hat I > ride. The other is a retired road bike that I would like to sell to a good > home. > > Would the Nitto Technomic NTC-280 stem help you get the height you want on > your favorite bike ? > > Kim Hetzel. > > > On Sun, Mar 10, 2024, 5:51 AM J S wrote: > >>

[RBW] Re: Selling Betty Foy and Ives Gomez

If I found a Yves in my size I would sell or trade my Sam. Being as that is doubtful I will continue to ride my bikes until I can no longer get my leg over the TT. Age has a way of humbling us. On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 2:56:05 PM UTC-4 wpes...@gmail.com wrote: > I am 6’ tall with a 30”

[RBW] Brooks B68

Anyone have a fairly new B68 you are looking to sell? Thanks Joel -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks B68

Condition and price? On Wed, May 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM jeffbog...@hotmail.com < jeffbogdanov...@hotmail.com> wrote: > I have one, PM sent > > On Wednesday 15 May 2024 at 09:38:10 UTC-5 jrst...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Anyone have a fairly new B68 you are looking to sell? >> >> Thanks >> >> Joel >> >

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks B68

I am going to hold off for a bit. Thanks On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 9:46:29 AM UTC-4 J S wrote: > Condition and price? > > On Wed, May 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM jeffbog...@hotmail.com < > jeffbog...@hotmail.com> wrote: > >> I have one, PM sent >> >> On Wedne

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks B68

ay 2024 at 16:13:53 UTC-5 jrst...@gmail.com wrote: > >> I am going to hold off for a bit. Thanks >> >> On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 9:46:29 AM UTC-4 J S wrote: >> >>> Condition and price? >>> >>> On Wed, May 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM jeffbog...@

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne sizing advice

If I listened to rivendell on what size stem to use it would quite a bit longer. I opted fot a shorter stem and that works for me. Maybe you should call Rivendell to see that the stem length was on the bike you ride, then go down a smidge on a 60 to bring the bars closer. I think I use an 8cm

[RBW] Re: WTB Albatross Bar, NYC area

Stephen, I an in Massachusetts so a bit far. I have the cro mo version I am no longer using. Shipping is a bit high on a box to fit (if I could find one). On Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 7:17:52 PM UTC-5 Stephen wrote: > Been wanting to switch to less wide bar for city riding, anybody local

[RBW] Re: Just restored '95 Riv Road

Peter, beautiful job, great color. I hope you enjoy the bike for many more years. On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 10:36:36 AM UTC-5 peter@gmail.com wrote: > This may be my first post here, though it's likely I posted way back > when (I probably should check that!) > > ... So I just

Re: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 19 updates in 10 topics

You can also get the Nitto Technomic, same stem, different name. Good luck On Thu, Feb 16, 2023 at 8:50 AM wrote: > rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > > Google > Groups >

[RBW] Re: Has anybody 650'ed a Riv Road?

If I still had one of the 3 RR’s I had I would have done a conversion by now. Sold my last custom which was a 56cm, not sure how Grant put me on that one but it worked fine with 700’s. I believe 650b would have been better. On Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 1:51:02 AM UTC-4 Peter Bridge wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS: Heron Rando-55cm

Mike, if I am not mistaken that is the old geometry. I wonder what the standover is? On Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 9:10:47 PM UTC-4 mike goldman wrote: > > https://providence.craigslist.org/bik/d/north-smithfield-heron-rivendell/7589671114.html > > Here is a link to my friends Heron for sale

[RBW] Has anyone tried Suntect UV shirts

Prices are very good, no knowledge of these shirts. Any info would be helpful. https://www.amazon.com/New-Arrivals/b/?_encoding=UTF8&node=17020138011&ref_=sv_sl_6 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

[RBW] Free for pickup, 650B tires, East Longmeadow, MA

I will cross post to the 650B group I have 3 sets of tires taking up space. These have been in my basement for years but look good. New, 2 Roly Poly I believe, 650B X38 Used minimally, Grand Bois Cypress 650B x 32 Another pair of 650B x 32, Panaracer, I will mess the name up, Cul de le Vie.

[RBW] Re: FS: 54ish Bleriot in Massachusetts

Johnny, the Bleriot came in 53 & 55cm. They are not sized like current Rivendells. A 55cm would be like todays 51.5 or 52cm bike. THE 54 Saluki would be like a 51cm Hillborne by todays sizing. On Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 10:52:19 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > I think their measurements are of

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54ish Bleriot in Massachusetts

photo? I think the 53 would have had one, not sure about the 51. On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 10:08 AM J S wrote: > Johnny, the Bleriot came in 53 & 55cm. They are not sized like current > Rivendells. A 55cm would be like todays 51.5 or 52cm bike. THE 54 Saluki > would be like a 51cm

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54ish Bleriot in Massachusetts

Here is a 51cm https://www.hoopriderparts.com/product/rivendell-bleriot-51cm-lugged-chromoly-frame-and-fork On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 10:18 AM J S wrote: > Just read the rest of your comment Johnny. I cannot see the picture as I > am not on Social Media. If you owned a 53 then you would

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54ish Bleriot in Massachusetts

More info on Bleriot sizing https://sheldonbrown.com/harris/rivendell/bleriotgeometry.pdf On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 10:20 AM J S wrote: > Here is a 51cm > > https://www.hoopriderparts.com/product/rivendell-bleriot-51cm-lugged-chromoly-frame-and-fork > > > On Mon, Jun 5, 20

[RBW] Re: I spy a yellow Platypus

Great color. It may be my favorite, enjoy. On Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 8:06:52 PM UTC-4 sarahlik...@gmail.com wrote: > Yes, this is the dream realized Yellow Platypus! And I have been very very > absent from social media because I cannot stop riding this bike! > > > On Friday, June 2, 2023 at

[RBW] Re: New member confession.

David, sorry to hear about your situation. I hope you can continue to ride for longer than you think you will but understand your concerns as I have seen friends with Parkinson’s and how each person seems to have different challenges. Good luck with your sale, try to keep one for as long as yo

[RBW] Re: A PSA From Gordon Ramsay

As I am getting older I find my balance is not as good as it used to be. At 72 I had not worn a helmet in many years. 3 1/2 weeks ago I took a bad spill, tire hitting a raised curve on a bike trail, one I use to get to quiet street to ride. My reflexes are not as good as they used to be. I land

[RBW] Re: A PSA From Gordon Ramsay

No but I think it is a good idea, thank you. On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 11:05:30 AM UTC-4 George Schick wrote: > @jrstern - have you ever been examined for inner ear problems? Might be a > worthwhile thing to do. > > > On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 9:11:45 AM UTC-5 jrst...@gmail.com wrote

[RBW] Nitto Technomic Stem

I believe the Nitto technomic stem is basically the Tallux steel, 225 ht. I also believe this is the highest stem rise available. I have used these since I have gone to Albatross and Choco bars. I bought a frame 2 years ago and unknown to me at the time the steerer tube was cut, the stem height

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Technomic Stem

Jeff, thanks and yes it is ugly to my eyes. When I realized the the steerer tube was cut I was not sure it would be a problem for my back. As I am having some balancing issues just shy of my 73rd I may opt for one oh they step throughs if I can find one. Thanks again, Joel On Tue, Jun 25, 2024 a

[RBW] Re: Nitto Technomic Stem

Erik, thanks, I think either would work but the 280 would give the same length. I would have to go a bit smaller Tish the dirt dtop but very doable. On Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 11:17:53 AM UTC-4 erik.s...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Joel, > > Soma has a couple options. You could look at the 225mm r

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Technomic Stem

Thanks Erik, I did find both of those and either might be the solution. Joel On Tue, Jun 25, 2024 at 1:14 PM Erik Wright wrote: > Hi Joel, > > Soma has a couple options. You could look at the 225mm rise Dirt Drop stem >

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Technomic Stem

Rich, thanks. A forum friend said he has a nitto steerer extender. I am waiting for pics. He said it would give me up to 3” added height. That might be the least expensive way ro go about this and solve the problem. I am hoping it is feasible. Hoping you are well and riding, my Hillborne seems to

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Technomic Stem

h it on my Clem. >> >> [image: thumbnail_20240111_143550.jpg] >> >> Kim Hetzel. >> On Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 8:59:42 AM UTC-7 J S wrote: >> >>> Rich, thanks. A forum friend said he has a nitto steerer extender. I am >>> waiting for pics. He sai

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Technomic Stem

right. > > Let me know what your decision choice is. > > Sincerely, > Kim. > > > > On Wed, Jun 26, 2024, 10:56 AM J S wrote: > >> >> Thanks Kim, you’ve got that right and the miles get less and speed >> slower. But if I can still ride I am happy. >&

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Technomic Stem

s out very well for you. >> Send some pictures to us herein would be nice, when you get it installed. >> >> Kim Hetzel. >> >> On Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 2:39:15 PM UTC-7 J S wrote: >> >>> Kim, >>> I’m with you on threadless, not for me. I think

[RBW] Lookin to buy nitto technomic XL 8 CM

If you have one please let me know. I can get a new one but thought I would try here first. Thank you, Joel -- 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] Re: B68

Here are the rest https://www.instagram.com/p/C8xGo6Kpz2Y/?img_index=1 On Friday, June 28, 2024 at 12:59:15 PM UTC-4 J S wrote: > [image: IMG_0223.jpeg]I bought this from a friend as he had too many. I > used to ride these all of the time. I could have bought one of my old ones >

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Technomic Stem

t;> >>> On Wed, Jun 26, 2024, 4:32 PM Kim H. wrote: >>> >>>> @Joel, >>>> >>>> You are more than welcome. >>>> I hope it works out very well for you. >>>> Send some pictures to us herein would be nice, when you get it >>

[RBW] Re: Wool in summer

I wore wool until it would get brutal. Still wear it when I can. I am in New England but this year was very hot. I switched to SPF shirts after having a basal cell carcinoma discover and removed. I am not religious about this even though I should be. I do make sure to use sunscreen when I reme

[RBW] Kiley and Koma lights

I know we talked about this some years ago so here goes. To me it looks like these are basically identical. I have both and believe that the Kiley flashers last longer on a charge, this may be inaccurate but it seems so. My front lights seem to be dying as they are about 4 years old or so and d

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Thanks Dorothy. I was hoping it could take fatter tires. On Fri, Apr 23, 2021 at 2:26 PM Dorothy C wrote: > > Joel, I have the 2018 Cheviot - it fits 50mm Conti baseball tires without > fenders, I currently have 42mm Panaracer Paselas with SKS fenders on it. > Tektro R559 sidepull brakes with K

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Thank you Emily. On Fri, Apr 23, 2021 at 3:42 PM Emily Guise wrote: > My 60 cm has 48mm Soma Shikoro tires on it, with wide SKS fenders ( I > think the 62s?) No problems with braking or brake clearance. > > -Emily > > On Apr 23, 2021, at 11:42 AM, Dorothy C wrote: > > Joel, I forgot to say - A

Re: [RBW] Sam sizing advice

I’m now 5’5”, used to be 5’7”. My 55 Bleriot is a tad larger (and tighter but not too tight) than my 51cm Sam. My PBH is 80.6 (as close as I can get). The 51 Sam is as big as I could go and I am using 48mm Rene Herse tires (Switchback Hill) with no issues. The Bleriot has 42mm tires on it.

Re: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 17 updates in 8 topics

Why not just measure standover? Easy enough to measure from the floor straight up to the middle of the top tube. I would think that would be a good indicator of fit for the right person. I always try to go with standover due to BB height, how Rivendell measures, etc. After owning 9+ Rivendell bik

Re: [RBW] Sam sizing advice

The standover of my 51cm Sam with 48mm Switchback Hill tires is about 30.75”. My PBH IS 80.6 so I have a bit of room. Mt 55 cm Bleriot with 42mm tires is a bit over 31.25” and is ok but tight. The TT on the Bleriot is 1cm shorter than the Sam so I use a stem that is 1cm less. Hope this helps.

Re: [RBW] Sam sizing advice

So that means 78.1 cm vs. 79.4. On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 6:37 PM J S wrote: > The standover of my 51cm Sam with 48mm Switchback Hill tires is about > 30.75”. My PBH IS 80.6 so I have a bit of room. Mt 55 cm Bleriot with 42mm > tires is a bit over 31.25” and is ok but tight. The

Re: [RBW] Sam sizing advice

I should’ve mentioned the Bleriot is the older Rivendell geometry so it’s more like what would be a 52 cm for the measurements today. On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 6:41 PM J S wrote: > So that means 78.1 cm vs. 79.4. > > On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 6:37 PM J S wrote: > >> The stando

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

You need to add the protection. I used framesaver on the last 2 bikes, others like boshield. I am sure there are other products as well. . On Fri, Apr 30, 2021 at 9:27 AM Tom Wyland wrote: > Platy arrived via UPS yesterday! I plan to move 80% of the parts from > another bike over to it. Ques

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Jason, I have the regular Switchback Hill tires and really love the ride. On Fri, May 7, 2021 at 12:25 PM Jason Fuller wrote: > I have some EL Switchback Hills (650x48) in the parts bin I plan to try on > the Bombadil - have been putting it off because it feels somewhat > sacreligious to not hav

[RBW] Re: SOLD! Paul Touring cantilevers SOLD! SOLD! Paul Touring cantilevers SOLD!

I really need to check this page more often. On Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 7:17:21 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > I'm sorry not to answer each inquirer, but there were many. > > > -- > > --- > Patrick Moore > Alburquerque, Nu

[RBW] Re: Seeking advice - Sam Hillborne vs Atlantis

Daniel, I bought an Atlantis last summer and sold it in a month or less. For me the long chain stays were not to my liking. I was lucky to find a new Sam at a dealer before Riv got their last shipment in. I really like the Sam Hillborne and run it with 48mm tires. It rides and handles great.

[RBW] Re: FS: Saluki 54 cm

Damn, it would fit too. What is the stand over? I am near Springfield. On Sunday, June 13, 2021 at 10:21:30 PM UTC-4 bliss...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: 1AB96CC9-B8E8-4839-AEE8-06072FBCA0E6.jpeg][image: > D79EE857-57C6-46AF-B404-F03971C856F8.jpeg]Need to sell a few bikes to > appease my wife

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

Tom, that was done years ago with the Bleriot. On Wed, Jun 16, 2021 at 4:17 PM Tom Wyland wrote: > If I was Riv President for a day, I would ponder if adding a lower-cost > all-rounder bike would cut into sales of the other models. Clem and > Roadini (tigged lower-cost frames) are on the rough

Re: [RBW] FS: RAMBOUILLET (56CM) GREEN LATE PRODUCTION

Not cool to make a higher offer. On Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 3:40:58 PM UTC-4 Bruce Baker wrote: > Gerarard, > If not sold I want to buy it and my offer is $1150.00 and I will pay for > shipping... > Bruce > > On Tue, Jun 15, 2021 at 12:15 PM Gerard Gunhouse > wrote: > >> >>- NEW IN THE

[RBW] Re: New Plat in Brooklyn

Beautiful bike. When I lived on Cortelyou Rd many years ago Brooklyn was far from bike crazy but I did ride there. Sometimes road on the side of the Belt Pkwy. On Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 6:01:34 PM UTC-4 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > Super PLAT! (SPLAT!) > Happy Rolling... > -Kai > > O

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv Hat

I have a few that have lost a lot of the elastic and are too big fir me now. Not sure of the colors right now other than red, I can check. On Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 2:24:17 PM UTC-4 Matthew P wrote: > Hello RBW bunch, > > I'm looking to buy a Rivendell hat. > Used or unused. Baseball sty

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv Hat

Roberta, if no other takers and if the ekastic is good I’ll take it, but let OP have first shot. On Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 9:03:44 PM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: > I have one I’m pretty sure unworn. Cycling cap. It looks like this but > Homer blue ( the darker Homer). It’s in my house somewhere

[RBW] Re: 51cm Homer Hilsen at my local shop

$5,000, wow….. On Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 12:45:44 PM UTC-5 exliontamer wrote: > Just a heads up in case anyone is looking for one. > > https://www.halcyonbike.com/inventory > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsub

[RBW] Re: Shellacing the Neubaums

I always apply in very light coats. I end up using 6 or so coats. Like you I cover the front of the bike. I use plastic drop cloths and lasting tape. Alcohol, denatured Alcohol can take the shellac off of the places you do not want it. On Sunday, February 27, 2022 at 5:23:28 PM UTC-5 JohnS

[RBW] WTB: B17 imperial (cutout) pr B68 Imperial, cross post

While set up on rollers with a fork mount my B17 seems to get me numb. I know I can get a new one at a decent price but thought I would try here. Thanks Joel -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Am I thinking practically? Riv for all seasons

I would not rule out a Hillborne. On Sunday, March 13, 2022 at 12:42:34 PM UTC-4 trevor@gmail.com wrote: > First time posting here. Not yet an owner, but working on it! > > A few years back, I sold my year round commuter (a Surly Steamroller with > custom Canti mounts) in favour of a bike w

Re: [RBW] Anxiously awaiting a warm up

Thanks you J. I hope so too. Tomorrow will be rainy so fingers are crossed. On Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 1:44:44 PM UTC-4 row.n.2...@gmail.com wrote: > Hope you get a ride in. > We had Monday and Tuesday to ride. Monday took wife s car in for new > alternator. Tuesday I had a dentist appo

[RBW] Re: $500 Atlantis

We’ve always sold at fair prices on this forum, I have no issue with someone telling him it is worth more. My only question is would he have told him that if he would have shipped it? On Sunday, March 20, 2022 at 6:21:13 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Dang, I was hoping someone got it fo

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