[RBW] Re: Expert level bike commuting strategies?

I've been commuting for 13 years. My current commute is suburban, about 6 miles each way. Lots of great advice here and as expected I learned something new (sealant in tubes! sign me up!) I would try new things to constantly improve your commute (equipment, route, clothes) - Try changing up

[RBW] Re: It finally happened re: Clem stock tires

Meanwhile, 2 weeks into a set of fancy Rene Herse tires I ran over a staple, sliced the tire and got a flat. Tom On Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 2:28:59 PM UTC-5 Jim Bronson wrote: > Well after 6 years of owning my Clem and riding it at least 1x weekly, > usually 4-5x weekly, I got a flat.

[RBW] Re: Has anyone else tried the new Riv seat?

I have it on my Platy currently. It replaced a Selle Anatomica H2 (at least for the winter). The SA was a tad too narrow since I swapped to slighly more upright bars. I haven't yet decided if the Riv saddle is too wide (by 1-2cm). I don't really care for the wide nose of the Riv saddle, but I

Re: [RBW] Re: Clean, don't toss, your dull German mirror

Funny story... I had a German mirror and it was all scratched. Then I lost one of the mounting bolts. So I bought a new German mirror, had it on the bike a year, then had a small crash on some acorns. The only thing broken was the mirror housing. It turns out I had kept the broken mirror and wa

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus or Clem - Please help me choose

My Platy with Bosco bars, Nitto R-14, large Saddlesack, tool kit, Dyad wheels, frame pump, dynamo lighting, etc weighs about the same as Kim's naked Clem. So from a weight perspective it's more about the "build and bags" than the frame, in reality. Tom On Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 7:52:31 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus or Clem - Please help me choose

Ha Ha, yeah I never bothered to go find Kim's bike and look at it. So yeah they're basically the same. On Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 10:07:15 AM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote: I'm not sure I would call a Clem with 4 empty bottles/cages, rear rack, fenders, and a pump "naked" haha -- You rece

[RBW] Re: Knobby tires and fenders

I'm not sure if this answers the question but perhaps it will help. I run 63mm VO Fluted fenders on my Platypus. The stated max tire size is 48mm with fenders. I have the smooth RH Hatcher Pass (48mm) on Velocity Dyads (so they measure closer to 45mm but greater diameter). I switched to knobby

[RBW] ISO: A long rear rack

I picked up a cool Dutch twin panniers in Amsterdam for my Platy. I'm putting the large saddlesack and R14 rack on the shelf a bit. The double panniers looked so tiny on the big city bikes, but I can't find a bike rack in the US that has a platform 400mm (15.75 inches) long. Does anyone have a

Re: [RBW] ISO: A long rear rack

Thanks, Liz. I'll pass as I need something closer to 15.5 inches. If anyone has a rack gathering dust that might fit the bill let me know. Tom "taking a tape measure to all of his local bike shops" Reston, VA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone ride VO Quill Stem? pics? / Orange Appaloosa touch-up paint?

I'm running the VO shim for the Bosco Bars, yes. -- 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: Betty Foy Sizing & Search

I would recommend a Handsome Devil step-through aka She Devil. It's going to have a little more lively steering than a Riv due to lower trail. The frame itself is also not as nice and a little heavier than a Riv Platy/Betty, but it still has very clean welds. No lugs. You could also build it

Re: [RBW] Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

$1750 plus shipping from New Zealand. On Wed, Dec 14, 2022 at 1:32 PM 'JRStern11' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Not on Face Book, what is the asking price? > > Sent from Proton Mail for iOS > > > On Wed, Dec 14, 2022 at 1:21 PM, Jared Wilson wrote: > > NOS Bl

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Rosco Platypus 60cm - Purple!

Hi Al! I don't see a Riv post at that link. - Tom Reston, VA On Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 1:24:41 PM UTC-5 a spen wrote: > Hi Folks, > > I'm reluctantly parting with my latest acquisition, a 60 cm Rosco Platy- > in purple! > I find it to be a more forgiving, compliant, and spritely

[RBW] Re: A report on my new leather saddle

I found that the Selle Anatomica works for me, too. I've had mine for 2 years now. I need a saddle for my folding bike and I'm deciding to buy another H2 saddle or not. The selection of non-leather saddles that has saddle bag loops is limited, unfortunately. Tom Reston, VA On Thursday, Jan

Re: [RBW] Inquiring about "sling over the rack" rear panniers; perhaps trade for Medium Happisack or Sackville?

I've always been a fan of the Dutch variety of these double panniers. They are typically made out of tarp material (often recycled). Green Guru Gear (recycled): https://www.greengurugear.com/collections/bike-gear/products/double-dutch-dual-pannier Basil: https://www.greengurugear.com/collecti

Re: [RBW] Most Discreet Bell Placement

Mackenzy, Wow, your bike belongs on the RivBike instagram/website/email somewhere. I love to see working bikes. I hope Will is reading. Tom On Wed, Jul 12, 2023 at 1:34 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Very cool bike … and job! Thanks! > > --Er

[RBW] Re: Nitto Campee 27F rack vs rack combos

Tubus Tara work well with ortlieb panniers that have stiff backs and a slide-in plastic hook on the back. The angled pannier mounts with support bars all around would should work better with floppier panniers or those with simple bungee hooks. The tubus don't always sit level with the Riv fork

Re: [RBW] What shoes does your Riv wear?

I've just switched out my Specialized Sawtooth 700x44 with Rene Herse 700x48 Hatcher Pass tires (standard casing). Both are folding bead tires with supple sidewalls. I enjoy the extra width of the Hatcher Pass but I'm not convinced that they are worth twice the price yet (actually I got the Sp

Re: [RBW] Re: What shoes does your Riv wear?

OK, somebody made the point about my Rene Herse 700x48s probably measuring small. Yes, they are more like 44mm wide on my Velocity Dyads. For me the fenders always limit the tire size. I ran 42mm tires max under my 50mm SKS fenders. I just installed 63mm VO venders on my Platy and realized I

[RBW] Platy chain interference with VO 63mm fenders

Hi, I have a Platy with freshly-installed 62mm fenders. I have the Riv 38/24 crankset and the chain interferes with the fender on the small chainring. Does anyone have photos of their fender trimming job they would be willing to share? Or perhaps the number of mm you removed? I'm trying to red

[RBW] Re: Platy chain interference with VO 63mm fenders

ont, large back combination and > what my reduced fender crimp looks like: > [image: PXL_20231009_154940434.jpg] > > -Dave > > On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 9:25:48 AM UTC-4 Tom Wyland wrote: > >> Hi, I have a Platy with freshly-installed 62mm fenders. I have the Riv &g

[RBW] 48mm tire choice?

Hi, can anyone recommend tires for 90% pavement that are 700x48 for my Platy? I've gone the cheap route with the Specialized Sawtooth but now I'm ready for something better. They have to be tough enough to commute on the street every day. The only tire I can seem to find is the Shikoro. I rem

[RBW] Re: 48mm tire choice?

Tom P - Are the Schwalbe G one Speed 700x48 tires really 50-622 ERTO? I don't see 700x48 as a choice for those. What is their actual width? I'm wondering what I can fit on my fendered Platypus. Thanks, Tom W On Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 4:10:26 PM UTC-5 Tom Palmer wrote: Hi Tom, I have had

Re: [RBW] Re: 48mm tire choice?

sted as 622-50 on sidewall, but are 48mm on normal width rims- >> 19-21mm internal. I have fenders over these with no issues. >> Tom P >> >> On Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 4:59:06 PM UTC-5 Tom Wyland wrote: >> >>> Tom P - Are the Schwalbe G one Speed 700x48 tires

Re: [RBW] What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

I've been just sitting here waiting for someone to try a TV Tray in their saddlebag. I have one of the old large Saddlesacks and the coroplast doesn't last long. Let me know how it works! Tom On Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 1:49:01 PM UTC-4 Jay Lonner wrote: > I’ve looked more into the idea o

[RBW] Re: Replacement tires for Soma Shikoro 42 x 622mm (700 x 42) cream sidewalls

I'm sure I won't be the only one to recommend Rene Herse tires. I have some regret getting the standard casing, as I had more than a couple of flats on my suburban commute. Glass that any Schwalbe tire would shrug off just works it's way in there. The same with small wires. I run tubes. Tom O

[RBW] Re: FS 60 CM Yves Gomez

Dave, did you end up selling? Really nice looking bike. -- 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 vie

[RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Yes this is the Riv for me. In orange, please! I hope it will clear 2.0 wide tires with fenders as well. Take my money! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Selle Anatomica rubber saddle (R2)

I was on the pre-order list for the R2, but after they blew a couple of delivery deadlines I switched my order to an H2. SA communicated really well during the process. They essentially switched my order to an H2 without an upcharge and shipped it 2 day. I've been very happy with my SA sadd

[RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

The RBW Blue color is super impressive in person. I happen to see one at Analog Cycles before they moved North. Tom On Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 5:10:45 PM UTC-4, Roberta wrote: > > Thanks for the pics. I do LOVE LOVE LOVE the RBW blue. I once sent Leah > a picture of a bike color I was d

[RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

ORANGE! ORANGE! ORANGE! That orange one looks huge. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

I think if they end up making the 55cm (aka medium frame) a little "bigger" it will help give people a choice of choosing a frame with a lower step-through. The recommended sizing for the current Cheviot really pushes "medium" candidates to the large frame size. The large size's step over is p

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Joe, what size was the green Fancy Cheviot? If that photo was the same saddle height, then it looks way smaller than 55 (look at the exposed seatpost). On Wed, May 6, 2020 at 1:21 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Leah, here's a comparison with my 55cm Cheviot and the green one I rode. > My eye sees an ev

[RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Yes, I'm in. Now I have to decide between the sizes, since my plan all along was to use a set of 700c wheels, brakes, handlebars, saddle, etc that is on my Handsome Devil. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] arnulfo Platypus

Based on Grant’s post we should clearly call the bike Platypus Soliloquy. If this thread was a play the action would have stopped, the stage lights dimmed, while a lone spotlight shines down on Grant at stage right. After he delivered his soliloquy the lights raise on the stage and we continue o

[RBW] New batch of Sam Hillbornes this fall.

I just assumed it was the forest green color shown in the next photo. -- 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...@googlegrou

[RBW] Cameras for Biking

I consider myself to be someone who likes trailing-edge reliable tech. I spent many years happily snapping away with my canon film SLR. I’ve had various iterations of Canon digital SLRs.. some even use my 15-year-old lenses. I bought a Samsung mirrorless camera years ago and even put aside my DSL

[RBW] Re: FS: 59 Clem L Chameleon Green

Hi, what's your DMV? Can you post some pics? Thanks, Tom On Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 11:53:45 AM UTC-4 care...@hotmail.com wrote: > Hi all: > > Hoping to sell my Clem L. The front wheel was rebuilt with a Son hub (the > Edelux II light is included). I swapped out the 12 cm Technomic for a

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on Rivendell cork grips

I thought they looked great, but were too hard for my "soft computer hands." They were also slippery when wet. I prefer the more spongy Velo Orange "cork blend grips" which are softer and can be mounted without glue. They are closed

[RBW] Re: Front Derailleurs / Derailers / Whatever

I had the same question about the front derailleur and the silver low-high 38-24 crank. It's my first build with a FD. The gist is to get a road double and mess around until it works? I have no intention of spending $80 if a cheap one will work. Tom -- You received this message because y

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

I would have thought that the "no prep" frame-only orders could just be labeled and shipped. I didn't think that they even cracked open the boxes. I haven't gotten any updates on my no-prep order yet. For what it's worth I called Rivendell back in (spring??) 2019 asking about purchasing a Joe A.

[RBW] Re: Riv-style pants

I'm a fan of these Prana Stretch Zion Pants. I have the Brion as well (they lack the side pocket). Stretchy, gusseted crotch with vent holes. Very nice material. Just don't get chain grease on them as it will never come out. https://www.prana.com/p/stretch-zion-pant/M4ST99116.html?dwvar_M4S

[RBW] Re: Clem's mount for rear wheel lock.

I had a Clem-like Dutch bike for many years with a frame lock. I used it all of the time to lock up in front of a store for a few minutes. It's also extra security for longer-term lock-ups because it protects your rear wheel from theft. I had a cable lock that plugged in as well. I still used

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Has anyone heard when they will start shipping out the non-prepped frames? I figured someone else might have made a call or asked. -- 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 fro

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

My Platy frame is scheduled for delivery later this week! They are shipping out! Tom -- 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+unsub

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Platy arrived via UPS yesterday! I plan to move 80% of the parts from another bike over to it. Question - are the interior of these bikes ED coated or should I use frame saver? I assumed frame saver but after I search of this forum I really haven't seen anything about MIT Rivs. Mine was the

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

Thanks for your responses. I have some CRC SP400 on hand that I read was decent. It's the first frame I've had to do it (others have come pre-treated). On Fri, Apr 30, 2021 at 10:01 AM J S wrote: > You need to add the protection. I used framesaver on the last 2 bikes, > others like boshield.

[RBW] Re: Changing up bars/luggage

Your "Platrack with bag" --is that a Slickersack? Man, I've had that search term on eBay for years and have never found one. Cool! My iterations on Albatross bike: R-14 and Large Saddlesack on back, rando rack with smaller wald basket on front (sometimes with shopsack) R-14 with no bag, Ruthwor

[RBW] Re: question re Dremel attachments

I've tried the dremel (using a cut-off disk) but I prefer the bolt cutter and file method. It's easier to get a precise cut and is less messy. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

That kickstand looks great! Mine is all black and tarnished. Want to hear an odd one? My Pletscher 2-leg kickstand (like Phillip's pictured) wouldn't fit on the mounts on my Platypus. It was too narrow by a couple of mm. So I got a different kickstand. Quality control issue I guess. Tom

[RBW] Re: Need Platypus tire advice

Should I feel bad about my 780g Schwalbe Marathon Greenguard tires? Sure keeps the flats away when riding on the street. -- 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

[RBW] Platy front derailleur with Riv wide-low double (39x28)?

OK, I'm still struggling to find a FD. I tried a Microsoft R9 and that didn't seem to work. The local bike shop said 10 speed won't work with 9 speed (which is all they had). I'm running friction. Leah was nice enough to show how her older Deore (9 speed triple mountain?) was set up. Has an

[RBW] Re: Platy front derailleur with Riv wide-low double (39x28)?

re sized for > different tubing and it had a plastic shim that did not hold. Where are > you located? You need a mechanic who is used to older bikes. > > > On Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 9:27:10 AM UTC-4 Tom Wyland wrote: > >> OK, I'm still struggling to find a FD. I tr

Re: [RBW] Re: Platy front derailleur with Riv wide-low double (39x28)?

Its 28.6? It can be shimmed from a larger sized clamp. Tom Sent from my iPad > On May 26, 2021, at 7:30 AM, lconley wrote: > > What is the external diameter of the Platypus seat tube that the front > derailleur clamps to? > > Laing > Delray Beach FL -- You received this message because y

[RBW] Re: Platy front derailleur with Riv wide-low double (39x28)?

lem with the Microshift you tried? > > Joe Bernard > > On Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 6:27:10 AM UTC-7 Tom Wyland wrote: > >> OK, I'm still struggling to find a FD. I tried a Microsoft R9 and that >> didn't seem to work. The local bike shop said 10 speed won&

[RBW] Re: Platy front derailleur with Riv wide-low double (39x28)?

I'm going to try one of Joe's vintage derailleurs next. Stay tuned. Thanks, Joe for the parts connection and the offer to help! Tom > > On Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 9:27:10 AM UTC-4 Tom Wyland wrote: > >> OK, I'm still struggling to find a FD. I tried a Mi

[RBW] WTB: O shifter mount

OK, the good news is that I purchased a new O Silver 2 shifter and mount from eBay a week before they restocked then sold out. The bad news is that the seller sent me an O shifter with an X mount. The message from the seller was a shrug and a "that's what Rivendell sent me." So I have an extr

[RBW] Re: WTB: O shifter mount

After further discussions the seller will accept a return on these. Look out for an O lever on sale on Ebay. Seller was super quick to ship. Price I payed was the same as Rivendell and it was new in packaging. Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

I've added my fenders (SKS P50), dynamo lights and front derailleur (Campy from Joe!) to my Platy. I've gotten lots of insights from this group! My wife and I took a little ride through local trails on Sunday, dodging cicadas. Some dirt farm paths and a few stream crossings (even a tunnel). Not b

Re: [RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

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 terrain and road ends of the spectrum. The premium equivalents are the Hillibikes and AHH. All of t

[RBW] Re: Cycling apps for Apple Watch

Strava. Just tracking commutes and joining local challenges (like Freezing Saddles, etc). The watch app can independently track your ride then sync with the phone later, if you prefer that route. Be prepared for Strava to encourage you to be "the fastest" and refer to you as an "athlete" cons

[RBW] Re: Next Upgrade for "Michigan Man": a front rack

I'm in the same boat. I would look at the Velo Orange Flat Pack Rack. I'm not 100% sure how/if the VO rack would work with the top-of-fork-crown mounts, though. Has anyone tried it? https://velo-orange.com/products/flat-pack-randonneur-rack The Surly 8-pack rack would likely work. I emailed

[RBW] Re: Nexave Rear Der

Pardon the dumb question, but can an Altus 8 speed rear der work with a 9 speed on friction shift? Thanks, Tom "still doesn't know much about shifting" Wyland -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

[RBW] Re: I'm a New Bike Commuter

In my years of commuting I've used: 1) Milk Crate 2) Wald Basket 3) Panniers 4) Saddle Bag (Riv Large Saddle Sack) I have one of those cheap packable backpacks

[RBW] What size fenders on your Platy?

Can you share what size fenders are on your Platypus? I have SKS P50s and it looks like 60s would maybe fit? I would like to try aluminum fenders, perhaps. Thanks for the help. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

[RBW] Re: What size fenders on your Platy?

Ha! Yes I was asking because of the sale. I purchased a gift card on sale last year so I get the sale price anyhow. Leah, I thought you had 650b fenders that were re-radiused? Or was that someone else? I'm just tired of my 50mm SKS fenders moving around and rubbing on my 42mm tires. I prefer

Re: [RBW] Re: What size fenders on your Platy?

Roberta, no, but thanks for offering. I have the same fenders. There is plenty of room for the fenders but the tires rub on the stay clips when the fenders move side-to-side. I'll keep an eye out for a wider fender or maybe switch to the SKS 55s. Tom -- You received this message because you a

Re: [RBW] Re: What size fenders on your Platy?

John, You don't dent the fenders, you just trim them with a knife or tin snips. My SKS P50 longboard are narrow at the stays from the factory, similar to the photo below. It's not so great for keeping things clean in that area, but makes simplifies install. Tom [image: fender.jpg] -- You re

[RBW] Re: VO Stem opinion

I have a generic (eBay direct ship from China) stem adaptor and VO stem on my Platy. It was intended to be temporary as others noted you can easily swap out inexpensive stems to find the right length. I'm not happy with the way the stem adaptor flexes. I also don't care for the look of the fa

Re: [RBW] Searching for bike akin to Quickbeam

Handsome Devil. It has a nice fork crown. The rest of the bike isn't lugged but the welds are super smooth. The higher bottom bracket would be helpful if you ran fixed gear. The tubing is way more stout than your typical 80s Japanese bike though. Tom On Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 12:57:55 PM

Re: [RBW] High bars at a club ride

OK, I used to be all against the idea of riding in circles for sport. I'm all about riding to get somewhere or do something, not just riding loops. Then Covid lockdown hit and I didn't bike to work, there was nothing open, and I didn't want to be exercising my lungs in the grocery store after

Re: [RBW] Your preferred non-leather saddle

I agree with Ben -- most saddles are arc-shaped and I like flat saddles. I really liked my Velo Orange wide touring saddle. It's firm but not too firm and has a rubbery texture. Bag loops are a plus. I find this saddle to be not breathable enough for me (I don't wear bike shorts). My current sad

Re: Re: [RBW] Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

Washington DC area folks, crazy good deal on a 61 Atlantis. Sheesh I might buy it just for the wheelset. https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/bik/7542573903.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from thi

[RBW] Re: Is there a Riv-like three speed currently in production?

Handsome Cycles if you prefer drops: https://handsomecycles.com/products/limited-fredward-road-3-classic-black-tan Take a look at the Devil geometry on Bike Insights. I have one and it's very Sam-like. Maybe even a little more stretched out. Tom -- You received this message because you ar

Re: [RBW] Re: Is there a Riv-like three speed currently in production?

Linda, I took some quick photos of my semi-clean bike's welds. It's a 2014 Devil. The powder coat is tough and there was frame saver already applied when I got my complete 8-speed back then. I've changed o

Re: [RBW] Chainstay dimples and kickstand kisses

kickstandholeplugmonkey - where can I find one - TAKE MY MONEY! My double Pletscher has one of the Pletscher-specific rubber top plates. Where it contacts the bottom of the frame I used a folded-over (2-layer) piece innertube. I'll let you know how it turns out when I remove it (haven't touch

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

So the website has been updated for Feb '21 now. Anyone heard about timing? -- 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...@goo

[RBW] Re: $500 commuter bike as a low-budget AHH?

A Handsome Devil is basically a tig-welded SAM. It looks similar to the bike you linked, but it's double-butted 4130 and has canti brakes. Room for 45s without fenders, 38 with fenders. I have one. On Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 4:23:42 PM UTC-5 Nick in Sac wrote: > Awhile back, I worked

[RBW] Anyone have toe overlap issues?

According to BikeInsights the tire-to-pedal-spindle on my current bike is about 10cm. I sometimes hit my toe on my (sks) fender at low speeds. It's not terrible but I wouldn't want any less room. I noticed that the Sam has like 2 cm less toe overlap than my current bike. This is one reason I

[RBW] Re: Leah Peterson Takes A Stand

Good for you, Leah! I serviced my first headset and bottom bracket last fall. It felt good. I have a fender-mounted taillight but always wound the wire under the bottom bracket, out the non-driveside chainstay and out the fender support. Aesthetics aside, I never understood the under-fender a

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul Racers on a Cheviot?

Ive seen this done with other Cheviots as well. You can put that cable stop much closer to the seat tube, though. I guess with the guides on the bottom of the top tube you'll need to put on a dia-comp housing holder or something similar to run it along the top. On Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

I would have plunked down a deposit last fall for one of these, but if I’m not in front of my computer for the right hour next month I may miss grabbing the inventory they ordered. That also seems wrong. There are technology mechanisms like Kickstarter and pre-Sales that are designed for this

Re: [RBW] Re: Albatross and Choco riders

Something to try that made my Albatross handlebars more comfortable: tilt down the bars a bit so the grips are slightly lower than the hoops of the bar. On Friday, February 26, 2021 at 1:25:11 PM UTC-5 Shoji Takahashi wrote: > Hi Eric, > Is your neck pain from extending your neck? Did you have

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

Yeah, I called too and was told to wait. Maybe we should just create a google dock and see if our intended purchase quantities exceed their supply. I'm hoping I'm the only one who wants a 55 Limeolive :) Tom On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 3:45:47 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > Oops. I suspect th

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

OK, I did a thing. Add your name/size to the list if you'd like. How many people on this thread are buying? https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jG8avmUgfvc3r7DpisHaSnLZAhSDucLecwWe5rCKEYk/edit?usp=sharing On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 3:53:36 PM UTC-5 Tom Wyland wrote: > Yeah,

[RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

Mike M: Just turn on closed captions for English-ish translation. For what's it worth I had a dream last night that I went to Rivendell and the Platypus frames all showed up defective. They tried to sell me a fat-tired folding E-bike. Terrifying stuff. On Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 12:23

[RBW] Re: Bike Snob Today!

Mudbunion! List all possible anagrams, go! > > -- 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: 52cm Wilbury (fancy!) frameset, never built, CL outing

My wife has the same Trek FX. It has been a good bike for her. The frame must be of European origin (touring frame?) because hers has bosses for a rear wheel lock (O lock). It had 35mm tires on it stock and would probably fit bigger tires if you'd want to. -- You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

55 Olive on the way for me! -- 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 we

Re: [RBW] Perfect high-tech dirt road riding shoes

I bought a pair of Merrell Trail Glove minimalist trail running shoes to try with my bike (has bmx pedals). They are super light and have a "rock plate" in the sole that makes it stiff over the arch of the foot. It basically makes it better for supporting your foot on flat pedals. Typically t

[RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

Has anyone seen a Pelago rack in the wild? They come in three widths made from stainless or aluminum. The medium size seems like a good compromise between a full-sized pass-and-stow and a small bag-support type rack. In Europe they have lowrider mounts for them, even. https://pelagobicycle

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: rack for platypus

Joe, See the link on my first post about them, it has the specs. https://pelagobicycles.com/commuter-front-rack/ On Mon, Oct 11, 2021 at 3:53 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Does anyone know the approximate weight differences between the racks > mentioned? I'm personally not a big fan of huge racks f

[RBW] Re: DMV Area Rivendell Riders

Hey, Tom here! I ride a limeolive Platypus and I live out in the Herndon area (Virginia). I typically don't make it to DC with that bike very often -- maybe I will more when the Silver Line station near my house opens next spring. I'm active with Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling out this

[RBW] Re: Front pannier rack for Appaloosa

Ah, stainless. I was wondering why it looked so much better than my silver steel Tubus Tara. I don't have any issues with the Ortlieb (high visibility) plus front panniers, for what it's worth. The lower hook can be moved around as needed. Tom On Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 5:55:28 PM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Inventory

I've been waiting for a year to buy a quill faceplate stem from Velo Orange. Ditto with their flat pack rack. So it's not unique to Riv. Tom On Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 9:04:32 PM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote: > Covid has wreaked havoc on the bicycle industry as well as many others. > Supply Cha

[RBW] Re: Platypus Questions

My double-leg Pletscher kickstand wouldn't fit on the my Platy kickstand plate. I ended up with a BV adjustable leg single-leg kickstand (from Amazon). It works OK but the mounting bolt keeps loosening up. I'll try some more loctite on the mounting bolt to see if that helps. Has anyone tried th

[RBW] Re: Large SaddleSack Load and Anchor Questions

I keep mine lashed to my R-14 Rack. I short pieces of 1/2" wide nylon strap that are zip-tied closed. So the zip ties are just attached to the strap and not to the leather. This gives me security but seems to be easier on the leather. I carry a commuting load that is some clothes, lunch, co

[RBW] Re: Anyone using a bagman to support a large saddle sack?

I do not see how the bagman could support the large saddlesack. The base of the saddlesack is the same as the length of the nitto r-14 rack. Google the r-14 to check the length needed then measure your bagman. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Selling - 57cm Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen Loudoun County Virginia

Hey Zach I live nearby. I think I may have seen you in the WOD on this bike before, if you used to have albatross bars at some point. I suggest you post in FS section of the WABA forums (aka Bike Arlington forums). Nice bike! Good luck! -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] Re: Shoe recommendations for wet fall

A friend of mine was quite happy with Neoprene socks and sandals during the winter. I just wear my doc martin pull-on boots (guachos) or another pair of shorter chelsea-type pull-on boots (leather, non-lined). Not ideal for long distances, though. On Friday, July 24, 2020 at 12:09:36 PM UTC-4

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