The Pencil, my Riv custom. Designed as a rando bike, it's going to be
retrofit with Belleville bars and inverse levers for more of a
Frenchie city bike look this year.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/sets/72157594300251903/with/4572614843/
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
On Apr 5,
w/lighter weight tubing.
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
On May 14, 5:40 pm, dpco wrote:
> That's truly, a beautiful bicycle. On another note, were are you
> finding TA Zephyr cranks? I have three sets, on my Roadeo, my
> Tournesol, and on my Steve Rex.
> Don
>
> On May 14, 5:32 p
one like it. Source, please?
>
> And what front rack is that? And how does it attach? -- Apparently not
> to the centerpull attachment bolts. Custom for the bike?
>
> No more questions for now!
>
> Thanks.
>
>
>
> On Sun, May 15, 2011 at 9:19 PM, Lesli wrote:
>
Up for sale is an Acorn Medium Saddlebag-Tan canvas w/ Honey Brown
Leather
I purchased this new from Acorn and mounted once to my saddle.
Unfortunately, the saddlebag is too large for my tiny, 50cm frame (bag
taps on fender).
Selling for 75.00 plus 8.00 for shipping
Here's the description from
The bag has sold.
Thanks,
LL
On May 22, 11:25 am, Lynne Fitz wrote:
> you know, I bought one of those Carradice Bagman supports, and it is
> all good now.
>
> On May 22, 8:38 am, Lesli wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> > Up for sale is anAcornMedium Saddleba
Anyone have a B-17 they'd like to sell or trade for a new Specialized
Toupe? Experimenting with saddles for randonneuring. I'm a Selle An
Atomica fan but I want to experiment with some different shapes in the
next month. On longer rides, in 600k range, I'm finding it difficult
to stay comfortab
wrote:
> Hey Lesli- assuming you still have the Toupe and are still interested
> in trading, what width and (ugh) 'colorway' is it?
> -Dan
>
> On May 27, 3:36 pm, Lesli wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> > Anyone have a B-17 they'd like to sell or trade for
g to be able to make it out to Riv
headquarters this time. Maybe in the Spring.
Regards,
Lesli Larson
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Errant clip and cut.
Here's link to SHOWMANSHIP event in SF.
http://thecommonsf.com/showmanship
On Dec 7, 10:37 am, Lesli wrote:
> Hey. I'll be in town for a holiday pop up show in the mission
> district. Come by if you're in the area:
>
> http://www.archivalcl
Thanks for all the food tips. We're going to be landlocked at the
show so our main solace will be quick escapes for decent eats.
Bummed I want have time to visit Riv. I love testing out bikes and
sifting through the bag seconds box (if it still exists).
Box Dogs is the first stop on our itinera
whenever we're
> in town. Welcome and enjoy your trip to the Bay Area.
>
> On Dec 7, 10:37 am, Lesli wrote:
>
> > Hey. I'll be in town for a holiday pop up show in the mission
> > district. Come by if you're in the area:
>
> >http://www.ar
; On Dec 7, 2010 10:37 AM, "Lesli" wrote:> Hey. I'll
> be in town for a holiday pop up show in the mission
> > district. Come by if you're in the area:
>
> http://www.archivalclothing.com/2010/10/archival-field-trip-nycbrookl...
>
> > I'm lookin
Thanks for all the restaurant and coffee recommendations. We had a
great show. Fun to meet flickr and riv list contacts in person. Spent
a lot of time stalking locked Riv
bikes at the show though I never got to see Bradley's Ebisu.
On Dec 8, 5:46 pm, Lesli wrote:
> Here's the po
Great to see these back in circulation. Hoping the arm holes on the
vest are trimmed. Original pattern was perfect.
For the record--I never use the rear pocket on my tweed vest.
Hoping Riv considers running a few in XS for women/children and slim,
rangy gents. I wear one of the XXS vests that
Here are some photos of our Eugene Tweed ride from the Spring:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/sets/72157617362573730/
On Oct 15, 11:14 am, Horace wrote:
> On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 10:10 AM, Rick wrote:
>
> > One of the things that seems to be taking off around the country
> > lat
x27;s nearly impossible to source top quality cotton webbing
in the US these days)(ask me about it!). I'd also tweak the length
of the brass snaps... mine always fall a little short of my basket.
Looking forward to more Sackville products.
Lesli Larson
On Oct 14, 9:29 pm, amoll68 wrote:
&
If price point is not a serious issue, try Guu-Watnabe in Tokyo:
http://www.guu-watanabe.com/english.htm
Bags can be purchased via paypal
Some models available through wallbike.com
>From what I know, the shop can pretty much draw up your custom dream
bag (send them drawings).
Lesli Lar
on my project:
http://www.archivalclothing.com/2009/11/archival-update-musettes-coming-soon.html
Lesli Larson
On Nov 11, 5:19 pm, Lesli wrote:
> If price point is not a serious issue, try Guu-Watnabe in Tokyo:
>
> http://www.guu-watanabe.com/english.htm
>
> Bags can be purchased v
Fyi..
Our first batch of waxed cotton musettes has arrived. A version with
flap and adjustable shoulder strap (plus a possible rucksack) will be
coming in lates January.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/sets/72157622849480445/
Lesli
On Dec 1, 10:08 am, Lesli wrote:
> As a s
Nice! Here's a link to a Filson Refab post on AC by another cyclist
who retrofit a small shoulder bag as a front handlebar bag:
http://www.archivalclothing.com/2008/12/refab-filson-small-field-bag.html
I do wish Filson would make some bike luggage.
LL
On Dec 18, 11:14 am, "i.e." wrote:
> I u
Thanks for the early user notes and feedback on the AC musette bags.
Our run of tan bags has sold out but we have a few yellow bags
remaining. Both are made out of waxed cotton.
We'll have a new run of bags at the end of January with the addition
of our flap musette which will have an adjustable
Hey Riv folks. I always trust the taste + opinions of this group.
Looking for a hotel recommendation for NYC/Brooklyn area in October.
Any Riv-ish suggestions?
Regards,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
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> minutes away.
>
> There are restaurants and stores (including a pretty cool bike store
> that sponsors a lot of local bike shows and swaps) are up and down the
> street. Brooklyn Bridge is a 5 minute walk away.
>
> On Sep 14, 7:51 pm, Lesli wrote:
>
> >
me if you're interested. Tote and a canoe style rucksack in the
works.
Cheers,
Lesli
On Dec 30 2009, 7:34 am, kps wrote:
> On Dec 29, 2:55 pm, Bruce wrote:
>
> > I'm pleased to be an early recipient of an "Archival Clothing" musette
> > carry bag.
An update to let folks our waxed cotton cycling musettes are back in
stock again:
http://www.archivalclothing.com/2010/03/archival-musette-update.html
Heading up to Seattle for the SIR 200k. Hope to see some Riv folks
out on the ride.
Regards,
LL
On Feb 5, 7:46 am, Lesli wrote:
> Just a n
More evidence of Mike's participation:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/4451168869/in/set-72157623665546390/
And my Riv in rare direct sunlight mid-day (Mike is long gone on his
way back to Forest Grove):
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/4451171847/in/set-72157623665546
Oh. This guy made use of a Riv Shopville Shopsack as brevet bag:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/4451944782/
Nice!
LL
On Mar 21, 6:41 pm, Lesli wrote:
> More evidence of Mike's participation:
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/4451168869/in/set-72157
Lynne and I rode together on Saturday on matchy-match Rivendells.
More evidence of participation:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/sets/72157623833253900/
On Apr 13, 9:23 pm, Ron MH wrote:
> Lynne,
> That sounds like a very impressive bit of riding in a gorgeous part of
> the state
If anyone has a spare pair, let me know.
Regards,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
On May 11, 10:33 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
wrote:
> The discussion about the new Pacenti 650B tires momentarily ventured
> into commentary on "the future of 650B". I thought this was worth a
> di
y most recent brevet, the SIR 400k
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/4614189660/
Let me know if you have any you'd like to sell.
Thanks,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
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>
>
> On Mon, May 17, 2010 at 1:50 PM, Aaron Thomas
> wrote:
> > Why is your bike called "pencil"?
>
> > On May 17, 11:00 am, Lesli wrote:
> >> Looking to buy some new old stock 650b Michelin Megamium or
Any word on the status of Selle An-Atomica as a company? I love their
saddles. I hope the family continues on w/the business.
LL
On May 18, 1:59 pm, Ken Freeman wrote:
> On Mon, May 17, 2010 at 9:06 AM, hobie wrote:
> > FS:Selle Anatomica Titanico LD Watershed leather Laminated Brown no
> > s
On the hunt for a Carradice bagman standard sport saddlebag
support.Most of the usual Carradice vendors seems to be out of
stock. Let me know if you have one you'd like to sell (or loan out
for a few weeks)?
Thanks,
Lesli Larson
Eugen
g across the big
> water.
>
> --mike
>
> On Mar 30, 11:56 am, Lesli wrote:
>
> > On the hunt for a Carradice bagman standard sport saddlebag
> > support. Most of the usual Carradice vendors seems to be out of
> > stock. Let me know if you have one you'd lik
Selle
Italia LDY model??
Lesli
On May 10, 10:56 am, Mike wrote:
> Yesterday I did my first 400k. Jeez, was that tough. The last 25 miles
> were totally psychedelic. My Hilsen performed well, no mechanicals.
> The Jack Browns also continue to perform well (no flats). There was
> also a Riv
Agreed about Blue Heron. It's less flashy than some of the other
shops but they really know vintage parts and bike. Go see mechanic,
Louis Orsini. He works on my Rivendell custom and our other, vintage
road bikes. Sue, the owner, has ridden a number of brevets with me.
This is the bob shop in E
Good thread. I've been having problems with sore palms during
distance rides. I've been using the Spenco gel gloves but I find that
they cause my hands to get hot/sweaty during longer rides (causing
some abrasion on skin of palms). I've also used the Fizik gel padding
under bar tape but sometime
I'm a fan of both ibex and icebreaker (more ibex since many of their
items are still US made and can be purchased via their website---or
sometimes at Sierra Trading Post--at reasonable clearance prices). My
favorites are the thin woolies and zephyr shirts (sized for men and
women).
LL
On Jun 18
I'm confused. Are you guys following the original route of the book
and riding single speed/fixed gears? It would be cool to try to ride
the ride with simplified drivetrains, unsupported, in non-cycling
clothing. That would be my version of the ride. You can even start
out with a small amount o
I have a two week old Brooks Imperial I'm looking to trade for a
regular B-17 or B-17s in same condition. Mine is black. In perfect
condition. Ridden about a 100 miles. I'm just finding that the cut-
out is not working for me.
Email me if you're interested.
LL
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Sachs 8 speed freewheel. Teeth 12-14-16-18-20-22-25-28. Model LY
99. Made in France, no longer manufactured. Well made and durable
with crimped teeth for easier shifting. Brand new, never used,
NOS.
50.00 includes shipping
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
Saw a snappy looking silver Quickbeam in downtown Denver yesterday in
full Riv regalia. In town to visit friends and attend the Rocky
Mountain Bicycle Show. Saw some nice looking bikes at the show
including frames by Mark Nobilette and Bilenky.
Will post flickr link next week.
Lesli Larson
.
What do other folks who run mountainbike-ish road bikes use in the way
of tires and drivetrain set-ups??
Let me know what you think.
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
(now, I'm wishing I hadn't sold off my xo-1. It would have been
perfect
wrote:
> On Wed, Sep 2, 2009 at 6:33 PM, Lesli wrote:
>
> > I'm thinking about converting my Riv road (w/centerpulls) for Fall
> > amateur-hour cyclocross (going to my first clinic tonight). I was
> > planning to use my old vintage fenderless Trek 420 but I&#x
RMBS for a while, but a crazy busy weekend keep me away. Look
> forward to seeing your pics!
>
> -JayDenver, CO
>
> On Aug 24, 1:46 pm, Lesli wrote:
>
>
>
> > Saw a snappy looking silver Quickbeam in downtownDenveryesterday in
> > full Riv regalia. In town to visit
rooks--like the finesse or B-17s. Wondering if I could do
distance riding on a B68. My bike already weighs umpteen pounds so I
cannot bring myself to add springs to the equation.
Lesli Larson
On Sep 9, 2:34 pm, Lynne Fitz <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I replaced the Terry Butterfly on
Hey. Glad you finally got your AHH! Looking forward to seeing it
during next Spring's brevet season.
Regards,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
On Sep 12, 2:02 pm, "Gino Zahnd" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Congrats Mike. You're into a couple of fine steeds there.
>
&g
Selling my new in packaging lumotec head light w/standlight. This is
the retro looking chrome over plastic version headlight for use with a
generator hub.
Lumotec retro senso plus
50.00 includes shipping
Selling as I'm switching over to the Edelux for my primary light.
Lesli Larson
Euge
area). Reply to
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y the proximate size of
the new
medium Sackville model. Holds quite a bit and always keeps out the
rain.
Here's a photo:
http://flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/379511081/
Riv stuff is really so well made that the first saddlebag I bought is
the last one I will probably ever need.
Lesli Lars
My NS bag is a nice canvas twill. It was one of the early
prototypes. Color is more forest green than khaki tan. It has a
wonderful tight weave which really keeps out the rain.
LL
On Feb 6, 4:55 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> On Fri, Feb 6, 2009 at 5:36 PM, Lesli wrote:
>
> >
ying the skinny (26x1") version for use with my 650b
Michelelin Megamiums and Riv Maxy Fasty tires. Does that sound
reasonable or should I get the slightly wider, "medium" sized tube.
Let me know what you think.
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
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Spotted a few of your bikes at PBP. Loved the baby blue Riv custom.
I rode in the 90 hour group on my lugged steel Vanilla. I was amazed
by how many folks were riding fenderless racing bikes with non-
functional luggage systems. It was great to spot the Rivs along the
way.
http://www.flickr.com
No affiliation with owner but I spotted this beauty on Craigslist this
morning:
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/bik/d/lynnwood-rivendell-sam-hillborne-650b/7305470008.html
Alas, I never see these in my pint sized dimensions.
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I tend to like the wider top of the Brooks for more upright city riding.
I also like the Pearl from Rivet
cycles: https://rivetcycleworks.com/product/the-pearl/
Best,
Lesli
On Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at 1:04:36 PM UTC-8 Linda G wrote:
> I am curious about this be
Selling brand new, in the box, Velocity Aerohead Rim. Silver rim with 32h
drilling. The Aerohead is a lightweight racing rim ideal for tires from
20mm wide up to 28mm wide. Local delivery preferred.
$45.00 plus shipping
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On Friday, October 18, 2013 1:52:04 PM UTC-7, Lesli Larson wrote:
>
> Selling brand new, in the box, Velocity Aerohead Rim. Silver rim with 32h
> drilling. The Aerohead is a lightweight racing rim ideal for tires from
> 20mm wide up to 28mm wide. Local delivery preferred.
>
A few weeks ago I wrote in seeking info on ideas for a classic, riv style
MTB bikes for trail riding. I still have my eye on a Bomdadil but now I'm
eyeballing my Riv custom rando bike as a possible makeshift trail rig. I
use a different bike now for brevets so the Riv is currently set up as mo
Just a note to let folks know that this rim is still available.
Aerohead rims are 20mm wide 700c.
http://www.velocityusa.com/product/rims/aerohead-622
On Friday, October 18, 2013 1:52:04 PM UTC-7, Lesli Larson wrote:
>
> Selling brand new, in the box, Velocity Aerohead Rim. Silver rim wi
ll but I'm thinking
Midge would make for a better choice. And how durable are those Lierra
tires? I've not had great luck with the Grand Bois.
Btw.. Here's the trail we're investigating for our ride:
http://www.ocestatetrail.com/ocestatetrailori.html
LL
On Wednesday, February 19
How about Clever Cycles or City Bikes? Velo Cult too.
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
On Wednesday, March 12, 2014 4:21:55 PM UTC-7, Skip Richmond wrote:
>
> Where are the box dog bikes of multnomah county?
> the american cyclerys of the river city?
> the hand-made leather-bound bridg
Starting project to build up a new fire trail / off-road bike . I am trying
to decide between a new frame and maybe something vintage . I am a shortish
woman and I ride a 48 cm to 50 cm frame. Would love to buy a bombadil or
Atlantis but what do folks recommend in the the used/vintage category. Wha
tage frames are not too scarce.
LL
On Sunday, February 2, 2014 5:34:32 PM UTC-8, Lesli Larson wrote:
>
> Starting project to build up a new fire trail / off-road bike . I am
> trying to decide between a new frame and maybe something vintage . I am a
> shortish woman and I r
cos which I believe takes 650b in smaller sizes. We're working with a
terrific shop in Brooklyn. I just wanted to solicit the group for any
extra knowledge of stock frames that we might also want to evaluate.
Regards,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, Oregon
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M UTC-4, Lesli Larson wrote:
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> I'm helping a friend source a new (or possibly) used bike to replicate my
> own Riv custom which has a 50cm seat tube and a 50 cm top tube. My bike,
> originally a rando rig, is now set up with porteur bars, inverse levers,
> wider brooks sad
Looking for a frame or full bike to build up as a go fast town commuter
w/26" or 650b wheels.
Email me if you have one for sale or could recommend leads.
Thanks,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, Oregon
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Hey there. I'm starting to collect parts for a new rando bike project (a
very slo-mo, down the line project). I've always used TA Cyclotourist
cranks on my bike. Are there any recommended sources for these cranks? In
US or abroad? I'm looking for a 160mm pair.
Best
Hey guys! Thanks for all the leads! Too bad the back-in-production cranks
are so costly these days. Germany looks like a decent option.. as does the
ebay auction.
Best,
Lesli Larson
On Monday, June 16, 2014 8:24:56 AM UTC-10, Lesli Larson wrote:
>
> Hey there. I'm starting to co
I'm trying to track down a pair of On One Midge bars with a 25.4 clamp -
preferably in silver finish (though I will toil to scrub off black
anodization). Looks like distributor is moving to a wider clamp sizes and
no longer has these in stock.
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
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re was ever smaller sizes for this model?
Part of me wonders if I should opt for the custom option so I could get
something a little more petite (with same specs).
Also, if anyone knows of a used ROADEO or RIV road in a pint size (48-50)
on the market, let me know!
Best,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, Oreg
er 650b or 700c on
this bike).
Side note: I saw a really nice Atlantis build at the Rivelo shop in PDX. 56
cm with 650b wheels. It would be a great bike for the right person.
I appreciate the notes on the Hilsen as well.
Best,
LL
On Monday, January 13, 2020 at 12:13:49 PM UTC-8, RichS wrote:
On Friday, February 1, 2019 at 11:29:13 AM UTC-8, Adam Leibow wrote:
>
> hi all, i want to create a thread where you just post a picture of your
> rivendell(s) whenever you feel like it. hope this is OK w/ the mods. i love
> lookin at pics of em all day. i will start with my sam hillborne.
>
>
If I missed it, what are the seat and top tube measurements? I am closer to a
48cm or 50cm but it might be in range. Is is for 700c tires?
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Joe,
Thank you! I found them. Odd. I had never heard of this model (this is what
happens when you jump away from the list for awhile). That toptube is lng
(on paper I would be a more likely candidate for the 48cm but breaking out my
tape measure to confirm). Best, Lesli larson
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anyone has
Sugino 165 arms for the XD2 crank that they would like to trade for a pair
of 170 cranks?
OR-
Do you have a TA cyclotourist crank in 160 or 165 that you would like to
sell. Are there recommended compact surrogates with similar finish and
low-Q factor?
Regards,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, O
sted I can dig them out and take
> some pics.
>
>
> Rob Markwardt
> Seattle, WA
>
>
> On Thursday, August 18, 2016 at 5:49:05 PM UTC-7, Lesli Larson wrote:
>>
>> I'm looking to swap out the stock 170 Sugino XD2 Cranks on my Rivendell
>> Rambouillet. I
I just registered for London-Endinburgh-London for August. I'm starting to
do some advanced intel on bike shops in London that might be able to help
me with bike assembling, shipping, etc.
Let me know if you have any specific, cherished recommendations.
Best,
Lesli Larson
Eugen
r
maybe one of the soft sided cases.
Let me know if you have any recommendations and/or are looking to sell a
neglected box stowed away in your basement, etc.
Best,
Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
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> On Jan 7, 2013, at 2:12 PM, Lesli Larson >
> wrote:
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> I'm in the market for a new or used hard shelled bike case for
> international travel. I have a smallish, honjo fendered bike that
oxing. There is no standard. The cost
> even with the same airline can vary considerably, i.e., free on one leg &
> US$300 on the return.
>
> dougP
>
> On Monday, January 7, 2013 2:12:44 PM UTC-8, Lesli Larson wrote:
>>
>> I'm in the market for a new or used
tch my shopping list!
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Lesli Larson
Eugene, OR
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can deal with 52/38 rings (I did; I just started my
> cassette with a Miche 16 t outer cog), the Dura Ace 7410 crank is the most
> beautiful crank ever made, over and out, amen. It takes a 103 mm bb
> spindle, though.
>
> I build my own cassettes from cogs scavenged from bike shops;
Beautiful! I've always loved SunTour. Thanks for the info and gear chart!
On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 5:27:38 PM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote:
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> IMO, SunTour are the best RD and Shimano the best FD, they can still be
> found with realistic prices, sometimes even NOS. .
> So I'll show my favorite d
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