[RBW] Re: FS Brand New Lugged S84 Seatpost

I wonder if these lugged seatposts have more setback than the S-83 ones do. Anybody know? Reason I ask is I wonder if my mixte position would benefit from scootching the saddle back a little . I'm using a Brooks Select on an S-83 and I'm finding that the Choco-Norms (which were chopped a bit b

[RBW] Re: FS Brand New Lugged S84 Seatpost

mm compared to ~18mm, respectively. > > Good luck! > shoji > > > > On Friday, September 8, 2017 at 2:42:24 PM UTC-4, Ryan Fleming wrote: >> >> I wonder if these lugged seatposts have more setback than the S-83 ones >> do. Anybody know? Reason I ask is I wo

[RBW] Re: FS Brand New Lugged S84 Seatpost

and part of my problem I guess is that I am so used to moustache bars (which was my original idea) and I still ride drop bars . I was thinking of the seatpost setback as another way to angle my torso more toward what I'm accustomed to...and with more towards the 45 or so degrees I'm used to,

[RBW] Re: FS Brand New Lugged S84 Seatpost

Joe...that's exactly the sensation I have On Friday, September 8, 2017 at 6:29:31 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I just did a ride with another half-inch cut off the Boscos and it was > much better: more room and less twitchy. Aside from needing more reach, I > think I needed to be a little mo

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

that is a beauty On Monday, September 11, 2017 at 12:19:01 AM UTC-5, ttoshi wrote: > > I picked up the custom on Saturday, and it is really perfect for me. It > feels fast in handling, extremely responsive to weight shifts, but feels > stable. The top tube is about the same length as the Roade

[RBW] Re: FS Brand New Lugged S84 Seatpost

Hi Tim...you make a good point about not shoving the saddle back and my other Rivs are not in the least twitchy but this one with Chocos , to my mind, is and this is after Mark tweaked it by swapping in a longer stem (12 or 13cm) and cutting off 14mm off the choc. bars. Riv graciously gave

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

I am so happy for you...your bike is a real stunner...built by the best! On Monday, September 11, 2017 at 10:10:53 PM UTC-5, ttoshi wrote: > > I definitely had fun with the Rasta Paul skewers, but the other key > features are credited to Mark Abele who worked with Mark Nobilette to not > only im

[RBW] Re: NYC Century on Cheviot

But you finish. That's the main thing I'm slow too...and this year even 50 miles is a stretch. We should try not to beat ourselves up ...but good on Antone On Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 1:33:54 AM UTC-5, lum gim fong wrote: > > Nice report!! Congrats!! > No training! Thats how its supposed

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

Neat...that is a real custom What is the screw in the seat stay above the bridge to the left of your pump...I know it has a purpose...is it for a rack mount? So there is probably one on the other side I guess. How elegant is that? On Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 10:56:41 AM UTC-5, Ryan

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom bike

Yours is a real classic too...colour looks more metallic than Toshi's though...just an observation On Monday, September 11, 2017 at 5:59:57 PM UTC-5, reynoldslugs wrote: > > Toshi - > > That bike is stunning. The green looks pretty close to my emerald green > 2003 custom: > > https://www.flickr

[RBW] Re: When a Riv is out of reach..

Quality and value...what's not to like ; that is a nice looking machine and certainly Rivish in spirit. I hope that she likes it On Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 7:48:20 PM UTC-5, Fullylugged wrote: > > Thanks all for the nice comments. I took it for a little spin tonight and > it shifts easi

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell custom by Mark Nobilette, size 58.5cm. $2000

Why do I feel like I've seen this show up here before? It is a nice bike,however...photos probably don't do it justice On Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at 11:10:46 AM UTC-5, Ian A wrote: > > Fabulous bike at a super great price. Not looking to buy (too big and too > far away), but out of curiosity

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell custom by Mark Nobilette, size 58.5cm. $2000

Oh yeah.it's the US-made Nitto handlebars. $2000.00 IS not a bad price , though. On Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at 11:18:21 AM UTC-5, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > Why do I feel like I've seen this show up here before? > > It is a nice bike,however...photos probably don&

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell custom by Mark Nobilette, size 58.5cm. $2000

What Joe and Kai said. I am sorry if I offended you; that was not my intent Not my size; have some Rivendells already. It's a good price, good luck on the sale and I hope that it finds a good home On Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at 10:15:38 AM UTC-5, 2shelt...@gmail.com wrote: > > This is my b

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Lead Times ~ Why 8-9 Months?

My understanding is that Wford is slammed but I also thought it had something to do with steel tubing supply...remember True Temper has elected to get out of the steel frame tubing business.I actually do not know what Roadeos,,HH, Hunqs or Atlantis bikes use for a tubing supplier but I assumed

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell custom by Mark Nobilette, size 58.5cm. $2000

agreed. Much better! On Friday, September 22, 2017 at 8:56:27 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > wow! yes those new pictures definitely showcase that awesome color. > > On Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 10:20:05 PM UTC-4, 2shelt...@gmail.com > wrote: >> >> NEW PICTURES FOR THOSE INTERESTED (I think

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell custom by Mark Nobilette, size 58.5cm. $2000

Nice components; can't see how you would do much better. Geez those WI cranks are good looking. Nice price if it's your size, that's for sure On Friday, September 22, 2017 at 10:30:10 AM UTC-5, Philip Williamson wrote: > > Nice. Are those blue King classic hubs? > That's a sweet bike. > > Philip

[RBW] Re: Zeus

Jim, I do not think it is ugly at all! I really like the looks of it. Do you still ride it? Ryan - Winnipeg On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 11:24:58 AM UTC-5, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > This Zeus was given to me by a friend - it was, in the words of Fred > Haefele in "Rebuilding the Indian" -

[RBW] Re: Zeus

Never. But I almost wish I had one as Sagittarius is my sun sign. So it seems appropriate :) On Monday, September 25, 2017 at 5:31:40 PM UTC-5, Christopher Cote wrote: > > I take back what I said about it being low-end. Looking more carefully at > the picture, it appears to be a very nice bike.

[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

Sometimes people should just detach from their friggin devices and pay a little attention to the real world around them. On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 3:08:12 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > I've taken the opposite approach. I figure once the moron's adrenaline > settles from seeing o

[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

Agreed. I find since my accident last September, I've become even more conscientious about signalling , which of course, I did before but if I were honest I've had some lapses from time to time. Plus, if I can give a car a break, I will. BTW I've always extended my arm right or left and I als

[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

And, Ron, your last point is very well-taken. Probably that's the best advice for all of us to stay safe out there On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 5:25:47 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > > You can't control them, but you can control you and how you communicate > your presence and intentions to th

[RBW] Re: Helmet that doesn't stand so tall? No teetering crockery helmet?

That is a nice helmet On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 9:44:02 AM UTC-5, Clayton wrote: > > I have a big head on a thin body. I suffer the same issue. The helmet I > like is the Giro Aspect. It's spendy, but I feel handsome when I wear it. > ;) > > Clayton B. > -- You received this message b

Re: [RBW] 10x200 mile challenge nearing the end

Bill your 10 bikes X 200 mile saga has been very interesting to read and quite motivational to me...I'm retiring next June. I'm not thinking PBP or anything like thatI wouldn't rule it out but once I retire I'll have more time to ride ...my Rivs which do not get ridden enough...won't commute

[RBW] Re: SOLD; not only cheap, but fast! [FS, Pedals, Cheap, But Good!]

goes to show that cheap is not the enemy of the good On Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at 2:28:35 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > > > On Tue, Oct 10, 2017 at 12:56 PM, Patrick Moore > wrote: > >> 1. Shimano M 737, the grandaddy (or grandmama if you prefer) SPD pedal, a >> bit dirty and a little sc

Re: [RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

You sure gotta love that packing job. Jenny and the rest of the crew do a beautiful job in that regard. Those bikes are coddled. No, they're swaddled BTW the seat lug looks like the one on my (custom) mixte. It looks really delicate doesn't it? You know, I really like that grey as a single co

Re: [RBW] Re: SOLD; not only cheap, but fast! [FS, Pedals, Cheap, But Good!]

s the best bike thing you bought that was high quality and inexpensive? Garage sale finds qualify On Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 4:04:22 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Cheap, good, and fast! Choose 3! > > > On Wed, Oct 11, 2017 at 2:40 PM, Ryan Fleming > wrote: > >&g

Re: [RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

I do like the cream with darker colours so you get the contrast. But that silver one-colour looks really good On Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 4:57:59 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I agree about the one-color treatment..I think the Cheviot Green on my > Clem L (and original Cheviot) looks gr

Re: [RBW] 10x200 mile challenge nearing the end

Well, very impressive And I have been quite worried about the news of the annual wildfire scourge in northern California; devastation sounds appalling and from what I hear , these fires were the worst . I hope California RBW ers stay safe. So thanks for updating us about that, Bill. Unfortuna

Re: [RBW] XO-1 frame for sale

And speaking of rust...I suspect there's a fair bit. and yeah, $950 is an optimistic price to say the least; especially for a frame. Hey they are great bikes, but it's a 24 years old frame. $200 and it might be a good foundation for a great rider On Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 4:21:29 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: FS: A. Homer Hilsen 65 Bike

from tenor to soprano? On Monday, October 16, 2017 at 11:05:18 PM UTC-5, Ben Miller wrote: > > Absolutely 65 cm. But what's a couple of cm anyways? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

[RBW] Re: XO-1 frame for sale

BTW, interestingly enough the product page for Tanaka water bottle cages at RBW shows a well-broken in 1993 X0-1 https://www.rivbike.com/products/tanaka-stainless-water-bottle-cage-sandblast I wonder whose bike...

Re: [RBW] Re: XO-1 frame for sale

and I would agree that the Rivendells (I have a 97 A/R) are better bikes. Certainly better cosmetically. I don't think functionally my 97 Riv is several magnitudes better than the X0-1. The X0-1 is a fine, no frills bike. I'm glad I bought it and I have no intention yet of flea baying it. It's

[RBW] Re: New (old) bike day? An Eroica bike

Yes it does look like one of those bikes they don't make like they used to. Nice find! On Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 9:22:19 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Bob B asked whether I can fit on it. > > Yes, I definitely can. In the photo, the saddle height is set correctly > at 75.5cm. The

[RBW] Re: PSA: 58cm toyo atlantis in oregon for 1250

At least 3X I hope someone buys it. On Monday, October 23, 2017 at 9:28:10 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > Nice that seller listed the serial number. It does look like a good > deal. A comparable new one would be at least 3X as much. > > dougP > > On Monday, October 23, 2017 at 5:18:27 PM UTC-7,

[RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

Good luck on your ride Saturday; it is still Saturday, correct? Let us know how it goes On Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at 3:12:47 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I was at Riv HQ yesterday and had a longish chat with several of the > staff. Will, Corey, Roman, Mark, and I waved hi to Vince. T

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

Congratulations ,Bill on doing your 200K rando. And no, your 10 X 200 challenge reports were not tiresome in the least! On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 12:08:17 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Ian > > I think the Hillborne is the ideal Rivendell rando frame. > > I'm having a hard time thinking

[RBW] Re: Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

Craig...that looks great! now when you put it back together , I'm sure there has to be some blue accessorizing or blue ano'd components or something to pick up that elegant box-lining. Please show us the pictures when you have it all built up ! On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 10:45:12 PM UTC-5,

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

nice post and bike...need some green candy pedals. Actually really nice looking and boy, Riv sure packs their bikes well, don't they On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 3:06:21 PM UTC-5, William R. wrote: > > Ha! You know it Mark. That is easily done on this one! -- You received this message becaus

[RBW] Re: Cheviot dreaming

I think a dark red really makes the cream pop. Actually Candy apple red sounds appealing. So... metallic? And don't they say red bikes are faster? On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 12:42:09 AM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Whelp, this started as a "let's jump on that sale" journey towards a > Che

[RBW] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

I like their new bike day pictures a lot. Nice to see all the rivs going out the door to new homes On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 9:54:48 AM UTC-6, David B wrote: > > The @rivbike Instagram is used for this purpose - it's not solely owner > bikes, but there's a good deal of Rivs in use on there

[RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

I love your pictures. So evocative! Autumn is my favourite season, but in Winnipeg , MB the autumn colours maybe last 6-7 weeks. Depending on the weather, especially the wind our trees can be pretty naked by Halloween. I do love the colours while they last though in cloudy or clear conditions *

[RBW] Re: Cheviot dreaming

Well! Pictures of both, please ...So Chris, what colour did you end up going with? On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 11:27:35 AM UTC-6, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > That was me getting the Roadini painted. Should be there right now in > fact. I also considered a red but more like a deep Merlot s

Re: [RBW] Cheviot dreaming

My custom mixte did have 2 water-bottle mounts; the 1st is topside ,the 2nd is on the underside of the downtube. To be fair here, I said 2 bosses on the form but I didn't say where On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 4:25:22 PM UTC-6, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > > But Mark, you don’t unde

Re: [RBW] Cheviot dreaming

yeah...I'm not riding this bike thru Death Valley(which is an adventure, just not mine) or anything so it's not really a concern On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 4:42:46 PM UTC-6, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > My custom mixte did have 2 water-bottle mounts; the 1st is topside ,the

Re: [RBW] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

I think a pride of Rivendells is certainly aptor maybe an exaltation of Rivendells I just googled this but I remember reading Conan Doyle's White company trilogy; especially Sir Nigel when he's quizzed about hunting terms by his true love;s father https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_En

Re: [RBW] Cheviot dreaming

Porsche Ruby Red by Rivendell's current painter. I thought about this colour myself. Very classy! On Cyclofiend http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2006/cc095-cvanorsdol0406.html On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 10:52:51 PM UTC-6, Joe Be

[RBW] Re: Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

Who's the scruffy character? Is it you? Whoever it is the scenery looks like something out of Mad Max or High Plains Drifter or something On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 1:17:41 PM UTC-6, dougP wrote: > > Just took the time to find a couple of photos. This was April 2013. You > have to trac

[RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

Next fall for Autumn shots...earlier winter than last year :) On Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 7:35:58 AM UTC-6, Takashi wrote: > > Thank you Ryan. > I suppose that your mixte would look very pretty beneath leaves of > Canadian trees. > I'd like to see pictures of your ride!

[RBW] Re: FS - Please help me empty the bike closet

That is too bad. These are terrific brake levers at a great price. If I hadn't bought them I probably would have ditched my drop bars long ago On Sunday, November 12, 2017 at 11:28:00 PM UTC-6, Doug Bloch wrote: > > Argh! Why did the TRPs show up right after I emptied my PayPal to buy a > Riv-m

[RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

you might wanna recheck your math ;) On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 1:41:25 PM UTC-6, tc wrote: > > Singlespeeders, is your single worth $2,000 to you? > > Assuming whatever the 'classic single' is to be, the frame with headset > and seatpost are included. Toying around with what a parts list

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

those look like Campy hi-lo flange Record hubs. Very pretty. I wonder what the functional reason is for the hi-lo rear hub. I use record low flange 36-hole with a 126 OL on my PX-10 (horizontal dropouts) which is now a single-speed with some original French parts , some Japanese , a little of t

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

rear wheel redished and I'm using a Velo-orange threadless bottom bracket(stronglight BB and 93 cranks threads were toasted). Point is older record hubs will work just fine for a single-speed application On Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 9:50:25 AM UTC-6, Ryan Fleming wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

sure are...they make me almost want to clean up my record hubs on my peugeot (which are frankly disgusting right now) but that ain't happening before spring. I've always loved the older classic campy hubs up to and including 1990 C-record hubs. They are s smooth and so pleasing to the e

[RBW] Re: Middle of Nowhere Cycling Club

hey marc...thanks for the tip. my partner's daughter has a vw van that she got back in running order doing a lot of the work herself. 1 xmas gift solved ! On Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 1:52:38 PM UTC-6, Marc Irwin wrote: > > Here is a bunch who could probably benefit from support by the peo

[RBW] Re: Banana Bag Coming Back

not much of a bag person; I do have one of the bartubes before it was Sackville branded , but I am tempted by the new banana bag...I'll probably try and buy one before I retire next June On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 6:38:56 AM UTC-6, islaysteve wrote: > > I was glad to see that the Banana Ba

[RBW] May be a dumb question but if you've shortened your bars once can you do it again?

e, can you chop off more? Somehow I suspect it might not be a good idea to take more off the ends of the same handlebar but I'm not sure Thanks in advance for advice Ryan Fleming in Winnipeg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: May be a dumb question but if you've shortened your bars once can you do it again?

Thank you Joe; that is very kind of you and I appreciate the offer...but this is probably something I'll want to let my LBS handle...probably is best if my partner doesn't do it. So potentially a little shop labour and I'll probably need another set of the cork grips punched and grooved that

[RBW] Re: May be a dumb question but if you've shortened your bars once can you do it again?

*I* never could get comfortable with the Choco Norm bar. I stumbled on this > http://zedmartinez.com/2016/06/rivendell-clem-smith-jr/ Perhaps it will > help. I got Bosco bars and am setting them up as in the article. Good luck. > > On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 11:47:33 AM UTC-5, Ryan

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Sam Hillborne complete, a 54cm Rambouillet complete, and a 60cm Saluki frame/fork, w XTR/Schmidt dynamo 650b wheelset, & GB fenders

My goodness, those are awfully nice bikes at awfully nice prices and I am sure they will make someone very happy. Well-documented (from a photo perspective too). On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 1:28:19 AM UTC-6, Shwangnle wrote: > > Hi, > > I'm Shawn and its time to start selling some of my Ri

[RBW] Re: Illustrated Holiday Flyer

Made me smile...I'd like that wool beanie ,too...and one of the buttons-of-many-colours shirtsthe blue one ...and I like the banana bag. Plus the nod to Canada of course :) On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 12:02:56 PM UTC-6, Julian Westerhout wrote: > > It is a fun flyer. I'd like the Ca

Re: [RBW] Spitballing: Hunqabeam fixed conversion ideas

o* I think a nice, light, 2-speed candy apple red Cheviot would be really sweet:* *I think so , too Joe. I can't wait to see it...Ryan in Winnipeg* On Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 3:17:02 AM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Well now y'all got me thinking (this will be a slight thread diversion).

[RBW] Re: Lessons in Singlespeeding

Well, ever since my partner resurrected my old PX-10 as a singlespeed (and I do mean singlespeed) I've really enjoyed it for a number of reasons and I'm really glad I kept my old Peugeot..heavy on the rotation Simplicity Silence You have to work with what you've got and sometimes as the good De

[RBW] Re: Fall Ride w/ Appaloosa plus random bike thoughts

That Mustard Appaloosa sure blends in beautifully with those fall colours, doesn't it? Glad you are back on the bike. All the best On Friday, December 1, 2017 at 3:25:59 PM UTC-6, mlpessar wrote: > > Back on the bike for the first time in almost two months, the hiatus due > to a bout of sciat

[RBW] Re: End of the Trail Letter from IBEX

I haven't had the pleasure of owning something from ibex. Wonder what brought this on as the email doesn't really say. That's too bad. Sad to see good people making good products getting thrown out of work On Friday, December 1, 2017 at 3:31:51 PM UTC-6, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > https://www.

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA - 1999 Riv All Rounder

Mine was painted Sherwood Forest;;it's a metallic dark green. Yours looks like it's a metallic olive or sage green. Do you miss it at all? On Sat, 23 Mar 2019 at 11:15, Mike Godwin wrote: > [image: bike0001.JPG] > AR talk! Just wondering Ryan, is this the one you have? My old Waterford > made AR

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