[RBW] Re: Wee, very wee, pannier? Sent from my iPhone

really is that they come attached together as a pair, and I don't think using one alone is possible. Taylor On Jun 17, 7:26 pm, Bertin753 wrote: > Now that I have a very nice front bag for the Herse, I'd like to find a very > small pannier to carry tubes and other repair/spares

[RBW] Re: WTT: 31.8 *for* 28.6 braze-on fd clamp

Why not try a shim? Your LBS probably has them in stock and they perform so flawlessly that most manufacturers now only produce 31.8 fd clamps. Shimano makes a split style that comes with a bit of double sided tape that sticks it to the FD clamp before you tighten it down, and Wheels Mfg makes a r

[RBW] Re: The takeover is progressing

I always have a functioning computer on my rando bike. I find that in that instance it does the opposite of what many of you are complaining about. If I know a turn is five miles away I'll know I can look around, just ride along, glancing down every once and awhile to see how close to 5 miles I am,

[RBW] Re: Fw:URL Odd small Riv on Ebay

"P" I suppose. But, it DOES look most similar to an "R" I will be able to look closer, of course, once I receive the frame. The current owner is not the original owner, or the one who painted it, but referred to the individual who he purchased it from as a "friend." So,

[RBW] Re: dat funky Riv

The mystery has been solved, I am the new owner. It's a 1995 Prototype frame built by Waterford, this info was received from the original owner and confirmed, with some corrections, by GP and co. Should be labeled "Protovelo" and I'm currently working out the details with GP to have it correctly

[RBW] Re: dat funky Riv

think.  As will future scholars > that will write papers and delve deep into the history of the finest bicycles > made at the turn of the century.  B-) > > Just sticking my nose and $.02 in. > > Steve > > -Original Message- > From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.co

[RBW] Re: Stolen Rivendell on ebay

Yep, this was mine, I'm in Columbus, Ohio, so I'm pretty close. I very much appreciate the people that notified me about this. Going to try and get it back through official channels before doing anything crazy. Taylor On Monday, May 14, 2012 4:18:35 AM UTC-4, newenglandbike wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Rivendell on ebay

I did claim it, and replaced it with a Boulder Bicycle. If it's recovered I'll likely have to buy it back from the insurance company if I want it, I'm not sure how that amount is decided or anything like that, though. The Columbus police have the auction info and are following up. We'll see wh

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Rivendell on ebay

ister your bike with the city? Thanks! > > Chris > > > On Wednesday, May 16, 2012 1:21:37 PM UTC-4, Taylor wrote: >> >> I did claim it, and replaced it with a Boulder Bicycle. If it's recovered >> I'll likely have to buy it back from the insurance company if

Re: [RBW] Pari-Motos and flats (was Re: New 650B conversion)

Can you compare the performance of the Lierres to the Pari-Motos or even Hetres? Taylor On Tuesday, May 22, 2012 7:16:31 AM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On Mon, 2012-05-21 at 21:30 -0700, Toshi Takeuchi wrote: > > Done because the tire was worn out, or you were done riding &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Rivendell on ebay

7;d take a guess that the ebay seller may have realized it was stolen and ended the auction early without a sale. No feedback has been posted on the transaction. Taylor On Thursday, May 17, 2012 10:43:18 AM UTC-4, Matthew J wrote: > > Won't Riv be able to get the serial number f

[RBW] Re: PBP 2011 Ride Photos - a set on Flickr

Pace is a big consideration as well, these pictures show the controls much more crowded then I saw them on my 90 hour start, riding a 75 hour pace. Espcially Villanes, there were maybe seven to ten riders in the cafeteria when I was on my return trip. This year most of the 84 hour hour riders were

[RBW] WTB/ISO: Erlen saddle bag support v2.0

Anyone have one they'd consider selling? Thanks! -- 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.com. To view this

[RBW] Re: FS: Rosco Platypus 50cm

Bump with price drop to $1950. On Friday, August 11, 2023 at 2:33:43 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > Up for sale is a 50cm green Rosco Platypus. This is a complete assembled > by the folks at Riv, featuring their standard build with a RapidRise > derailer and Choco bars. Add-ons in

[RBW] Re: FS: Rosco Platypus 50cm

Sold, thanks! On Thursday, August 17, 2023 at 9:43:35 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > Bump with price drop to $1950. > > On Friday, August 11, 2023 at 2:33:43 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > >> Up for sale is a 50cm green Rosco Platypus. This is a complete assembled >> by the

[RBW] FS: Sam Hillborne 51cm HiHo Silver F+F new in box

area and prefer a local sale, but willing to ship CONUS. Buyer covers shipping and PayPal / Venmo fees. Have parts for a build as well (Cliffhanger rims, Silver cranks, Paul Motolites, BxB bags, etc.). Cheers, Taylor -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] FS: Sam Hillborne 51cm HiHo Silver F+F new in box

Sold, thanks! On Mon, Apr 10, 2023 at 12:58 PM Taylor M wrote: > Hi all, > > Happy Spring! > > Up for sale is a new Sam Hillborne 51cm in HiHo Silver from the most > recent run. Frame+fork was ordered from and shipped by Rivendell, and is > still in the box. Happy to ope

[RBW] FS: Bags, SimWorks rack, RH tires

Hi all, Cleaning out some stuff in preparation for a move. Photos show everything included with each item. All prices shipped CONUS. Venmo or PayPal F&F. *SimWorks Obento rack*, chrome, *never mounted or us

Re: [RBW] FS: Bags, SimWorks rack, RH tires

RH tires and Tunitas bag sold. On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 5:42:30 PM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > PM sent about the tires! > -B > > On May 30, 2023, at 4:33 PM, Taylor M wrote: > >  > > Hi all, > > Cleaning out some stuff in preparation for a move. Photo

Re: [RBW] FS: Bags, SimWorks rack, RH tires

VRNCLR bag sold. On Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 7:20:20 AM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > RH tires and Tunitas bag sold. > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 5:42:30 PM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > >> PM sent about the tires! >> -B >> >> On May 30, 2023, at 4:33 PM, T

Re: [RBW] FS: Bags, SimWorks rack, RH tires

All items sold, thanks! On Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 1:37:07 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > VRNCLR bag sold. > > On Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 7:20:20 AM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > >> RH tires and Tunitas bag sold. >> >> On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 5:42:30 PM UTC-4 brok

[RBW] ISO: Roaduno 51cm complete mustard

Anyone know of any dealers in CONUS who may have a complete 51cm Roaduno, preferrably in mustard? Thanks in advance Riv fam! -- 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

[RBW] Re: BMX Nostalgia

Doug - what class did you race and how long? I raced in Griffin, Powder Springs and Peachtree City in 1980 and '81. 16 and up beginner, then 16/over novice for me. Mostly rode a Mongoose but had a Redline towards the latter days. - Taz On Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 3:12:45 PM UTC-4, Doug Hansf

[RBW] FS: Bags (Acorn, Makeshifter, Ron's, and more)

oking! Taylor -- 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.com. To view this discussion on the w

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags (Acorn, Makeshifter, Ron's, and more)

never used – $95 + shipping - Small Fabio's Chest, lightly used, excellent condition – $230 + shipping Venmo or PayPal FF preferred. Thanks for looking! Taylor On Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 9:37:30 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > [image: Ron 2.jpg] > > On Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 9:36:28

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags (Acorn, Makeshifter, Ron's, and more)

Venmo or PayPal FF preferred. Thanks for looking! Taylor On Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 5:16:01 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > Hi all, > > Thanks for all of your interest! Here's an updated (and reorganized) list > with what remains. > > Please note that prices do not include shi

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

The 51cm Appaloosa in Boston is mine. The bike was purchased and built with the intent of being a daily hauler of live cargo (our little one) hence the 1x build (if that is what is meant by "a specific build"). Joe hit it on the nose–one person in this equation was more invested in this projec

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags (Acorn, Makeshifter, Ron's, and more)

All bags have been sold. Thanks, everyone! On Friday, April 8, 2022 at 5:06:36 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > [image: IMG_1356.jpg] > > On Friday, April 8, 2022 at 5:06:08 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > >> I've gotten a few requests for better photos of the Acorn bag.

[RBW] WTB: Acorn Compact Rando Bag

If anyone has one they're not using and would like to sell, let me know! Alternatively, if anyone has a recommendation for a similar bag (compact, no plastic map case, sized to fit a Nitto Mark's or similar rack), please do share. Thanks! Taylor -- You received this message becau

[RBW] FS: Brooks saddles

Now that I've landed on the saddle that works best for me with an upright riding position, I'd like the ones I tried to find new homes. Paypal or Venmo *Brooks C17 Carved Chris King Grey Turquoise* Installed and used on one short ride, like new $85 shipped CONUS *Brooks B17 Special Titanium* Ap

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Brooks saddles

C17 has been claimed. B17 is still available. On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 2:18:02 PM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > Email sent! > > On Aug 19, 2022, at 1:20 PM, Taylor M wrote: > > [image: IMG_4361.jpg] > > > > On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 1:20:13 PM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Brooks saddles

Some nibbles, no bites, so dropping the price of the B17 to $160 shipped CONUS. PayPal FF or Venmo. On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 2:50:39 PM UTC-4 Taylor M wrote: > C17 has been claimed. B17 is still available. > > On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 2:18:02 PM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.

Re: [RBW] pm sentRe: FS: Brooks saddles

Thanks for the interest! Both saddles have sold. On Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 1:48:22 PM UTC-4 jamin orrall wrote: > pm sent > > On Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 10:38:24 AM UTC-7 Taylor M wrote: > >> Some nibbles, no bites, so dropping the price of the B17 to $160 shipped &

[RBW] WTT: Joe 51 orange for Sam 51 dark gold

Hi all, I have a new, not yet built up Joe Appaloosa 51 frame in orange. As a light, sub 140 lb rider, I'm thinking that the Appaloosa might be too much bike for me and my intended use. I thought I'd put out some feelers and see if there's anyone with a Sam Hillborne 51 frame in dark gold who i

[RBW] FS: Ron's bag, Cliffhanger rims, RBW hat, etc

Hi all, I'm clearing out some things from my parts bin. Buyer pays shipping. Let me know if you're interested :) *Fabio's Tech Fanny*, Large, Black lava doom. New, never used. $165. *Swift Industries Zeitgeist Bag*, Black heather VX21. Like new condition, lightly used twice. $200. Pair of *Ve

[RBW] Re: FS: Ron's bag, Cliffhanger rims, RBW hat, etc

C17 saddle, Orange. New, never installed or used. $110. On Monday, November 29, 2021 at 8:58:11 PM UTC-5 Taylor M wrote: > Hi all, > > I'm clearing out some things from my parts bin. Buyer pays shipping. Let > me know if you're interested :) > > *Fabio's Tech F

[RBW] WTB/WTT: Paul Racer Silver (for black)

I have an incoming A Homer Hilsen and a set of mismatched Paul Racer brakes, one black (front) and one brushed silver (rear). Anyone have a silver front Racer brake to sell or trade for a black one? Also happy to buy a complete set if that's preferrable. If not, the panda look is cool now, righ

Re: [RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho Bars in stock at Crust

I second sending Crust an email. I suspect whatever algorithm they're using to compute shipping costs doesn't take into account packing considerations, namely whether an item adds significant weight to or changes the size of the package. I ordered the bars + a hat and shipping was a little over

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Wheelset - Velocity Dyad on Deore LX 700c + Marathon Dureme tires

t; Mel > meljones711(at)gmail(dot)com > On Tuesday, July 24, 2012 9:52:00 PM UTC-6, Tom Taylor wrote: > >> Hi all - >> >> Up for grabs is a barely ridden wheelset formerly attached to my Sam >> Hilborne. I would estimate less than 100 miles on this setup. >&

[RBW] FS - Sam Hillborne - Orange with Canti brakes $1800 (Seattle)

Hi all - I have a Sam Hillborne, of the earlier orange cantilever brake variety. In very good condition cosmetically with less than 200 miles on a professional build composed of almost all new parts. Build details below. More photos at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/75431624@N03/sets/7215762944

[RBW] Re: FS - Sam Hillborne - Orange with Canti brakes $1800 (Seattle)

 pm, Tom Taylor wrote: > Hi all  - > > I have a Sam Hillborne, of the earlier orange cantilever brake > variety. In very good condition cosmetically with less than 200 miles > on a professional build composed of almost all new parts. > > Build details below. >

[RBW] FS: Berthoud GB25 Front Bag, Brooks Cambium C-13

For sale: As new Berthoud GB25 in French Blue. $185 plus shipping (approx. $10) I bought this but then went in a different direction using a Rivendell Sackville bag and Nitto F15 instead of the GB and a decaleur. So this bag is completely unused and unmodified, never installed. Brooks C

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant coached Bike Snob on today's blog post

To me, it seems obvious that pretty much the entire blog is tongue in cheek. He does seem to take advocacy seriously though, which is nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: mechanical question

Using a torque wrench would help. May be over tightening. -- 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.com. To

[RBW] Re: Even a riv (design) can wobble

Sounds like the way you were riding it. Does a bike exist that won't ever shimmy when someone rides no handed and leaning back? On Monday, May 22, 2017 at 7:42:46 PM UTC-7, Bruce K Jamison wrote: > > My SOMA San Marcos 59cm has been a great bike. At the end of a long ride > where I was admit

[RBW] Re: Bike computer

I mean I use strava -- 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.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-o

[RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

I thought there were two cheviots. One sold for slightly less than the other. What luck to see that first. -- 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

[RBW] Brake Adjustment: Paul Racers vs. Cantilevers

I would say so, yes. Less like to require toe-in and such. -- 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.com. T

Re: [RBW] So many Rivs on the chopping block

I dont think anyone has said they need disc brakes to stop. Most people have bikes with both types of brakes. Its just something different and while not everyone will choose them, they do stop more quickly and easily. Is that a requirement? No. Will some people choose it? Yes. Will some peo

Re: [RBW] Brake Adjustment: Paul Racers vs. Cantilevers

Blackmtncycles' mike Varley posted a good blog post a few years ago that goes over canti setup pretty well. Its probably hard to get a grasp on it completely without being a mechanic who does it day in and day out. But its really just angles and a few little tricks and tips -- You received t

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Hunqapillar (54 cm) complete bike

Gosh these things go so fast. That's what I get for not looking at the forum everyday! -- 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+uns

[RBW] WTB: seatpost, stem

Hi all - I'm looking for a decent 27.2 seatpost (sub $30 - prefer something used/vintage and nice to cheap and new) and, on the off chance anyone has one they want to part with, a Nitto Technomic Deluxe stem (26.0 x 7mm - or close). No real luck on ebay so far. Drop a note if you've got anything

Re: [RBW] Silver Quickbeam Touch Up Paint

Ditto on the white/cream detail on top of the Sam H. Fork crown... On Sep 26, 2011, at 5:56 AM, kaseri wrote: > Hello all, > > Does anyone know of a Testors color match for the silver Quickbeam? > I've got a few spots that I'd like to touch up. > > Thanks! > > -- > You received this messag

Re: [RBW] No DT shifter boss

Fwiw, I had a conversation about this with Kevin at Riv when I was in the process of buying my Sam H. His explanation was that, what with the sloping top tube and the typical high bar setup, down tube shifters are way down there, a big reach, and don't make sense. So the bike is basically desi

[RBW] Re: FS: Joe App 55cm Butternut New In Box!

Well that happened fast! What a deal! Let me know if it doesn't work out :) -- 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...@go

[RBW] Re: Which bike for hippie music?

Well... theres a lot of pretty good dirt riding in all the places you're going... i'd bring the hunq myself On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 4:33:56 PM UTC-8, Tim wrote: > > Ray, I don't have a bike that I'd want to lose, but I don't worry about > that too much. Anyway, to be clear, I'm driving w

Re: [RBW] Re: 2010 Wisconsin built Hillborne

What is the top tube length? Can't find the geometry. Also, this is 650b, correct? -- 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+unsubs

[RBW] Re: Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

It's pretty common that new frames need to be chased and faced, bb and headtube. I would take it to a shop for that. It takes special tools and special knowledge, and is easy to ruin a frame if done incorrectly. On Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 5:57:25 PM UTC-7, Kevin Lindsey wrote: > > Make

[RBW] Possible alternate brew method for those coffee on the go riders.

Yeah, those work great! -- 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.com. To post to this group, send email to r

Re: [RBW] Re: Dyno hub wiring

vent hole so I wouldn't be concerned about strength, but I would have a pro or very experienced bike mechanic do it. - Taz Taz Taylor Atlanta, GA <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rkmSwg6kTD8/WYOiPcJw9bI/Az4/rfGUDFduGLEI9N0k2fNTGj6iBWqt4NJAQCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_1223.

[RBW] How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

Its all part of the fun! The anxious build up, the predelivery buyers remorse and worrying, the kid on Christmas morning feeling when it finally arrives. Its kinda crazy but some people on bike forums rotate through a frame a year or more. Its just a hobby really. -- You received this mess

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

Having sold 3 Richard Sachs frames (and traded another), I'm inclined to agree with Doug and Ryan. Very pretty frame but still only a Richie brazed Riv custom. Curt and Mark also extremely nice frames. This is my size - I recently had a chance to pick up a newer Sachs for $1700 - and I would

[RBW] Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

As others have said, it works. These brakes are exactly like any other brake as far as mounting to the frame or fork. -- 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

[RBW] BG rock n road tires

Yeah, great tires! -- 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.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-ow

[RBW] Re: Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

Do you have the brakes in hand or are you looking at pictures? -- 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.com.

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

Where did you get these brakes? That's not how mine work. -- 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.com. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul Racer front brakes with fenders

Looks like these have been taken apart and not put back together right. And may be missing hardware. -- 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-ow

[RBW] My First Rivendell

What's the seat to bar rise on that? -- 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.com. To post to this group, se

[RBW] RIVENDELL All Rounder for sale

Original owner, 1996 All Rounder. 59 cm, extended head tube, S@S couplers, 26 inch wheels. Paint is beat up from years of touring and packing. Anyone have an idea what I should ask? Must sell to make room for new bike. Prefer to tour on 700 cm wheels. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Frame Schedule for 2025

Does anyone know if the specs/geometry of the 2025 Homers are identical to the last run or has anything changed? On Friday, January 31, 2025 at 11:26:47 PM UTC-8 lad...@gmail.com wrote: > I think only the first picture on that page (La Chouette) is Sergio Green. > And that shows a Platypus as "