[RBW] PSA: Rivendell Bicycle Works catalogs for sale on GRINGINEER

These is currently up for sale three different vintage Rivendell Bicycle Works catalogs on the Gringineer website: https://www.gringineer.com/rivendell-bicycle-works-summer-1996-catalogue.html https://www.gringineer.com/rivendell-bicycle-works-catalogue-no-4.html

[RBW] Atlas tubeless?

My Big Bens are nearing end of life and I’m curious about setting up my Hunq tubeless. But I have Atlas rims, which Velocity says is a no-go. However if you scroll through the comments on this article, John Watson from the Radavist says they set up nicely:

Re: [RBW] San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

No worries. If somebody else decides a 10-15 mile ride I'll join for that. Just post a time and place! On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 5:39:15 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: > Ooh! I love Three Bears! Unfortunately I am still recovering/getting back > into shape. > > I like the idea of

[RBW] Stubby Sand Lot Hats

Dang those sold out quick, bummed I missed it. I was looking out for these since Will mentioned they were getting them made. If anybody here got one and decides they dont like it I'd love to take it off your hands. Thanks, Stephen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] FS: '80s Grant "Roads to Ride" books

All still available On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 11:56:03 AM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > All yours, Vern! Hit me up at my email, I'm headed to work now, I'll get > back to you tonight for all the pay/shipping details. > ➡️ joeremi62 gmail com > On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 11:32:52 AM UTC-7

Re: [RBW] Re: NBD: showing off, and questions

Beautiful bike, my favorite model in their best color. Enjoy. Steve On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 8:38 PM Johnny Alien wrote: > Well I love orange Riv's too. > > > On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 8:30:48 PM UTC-4 rcook...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Johnny: I, too, love red Rivendells, but this one is orange.

Re: [RBW] San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

Ooh! I love Three Bears! Unfortunately I am still recovering/getting back into shape. I like the idea of stopping along the way for food and drinks. Luke, where was the ride you had planned? > On Aug 4, 2023, at 3:23 PM, Dan Bluestein wrote: > > I haven't ridden 3 Bears in a while -- if

Re: [RBW] Re: NBD: showing off, and questions

Well I love orange Riv's too. On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 8:30:48 PM UTC-4 rcook...@gmail.com wrote: > Johnny: I, too, love red Rivendells, but this one is orange. The light did > not cooperate today, I guess. > > Ryan: what I take to be a serial number is partially obscured by the cable >

Re: [RBW] San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

I too have not done the bears in a while.  I’m likely only able to get out for a 10-15 miler in SF tomorrow.  I’ll have to see how the morning goes.  Thanks,-Brendan WillardOwner/WinemakerPhantômé Cellarsphantomecellars.com Speaking in Thumbs On Aug 4, 2023, at 3:25 PM, Dan Bluestein wrote:I

Re: [RBW] Re: NBD: showing off, and questions

Johnny: I, too, love red Rivendells, but this one is orange. The light did not cooperate today, I guess. Ryan: what I take to be a serial number is partially obscured by the cable guide and by some touch-up paint. The visible portion appears to read "9600," though the 9 and the terminal 0 may

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Wavie Bars

And very quickly found! Thanks! On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 6:38:28 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > Looking for some nitto wavie bars. I have a brand new albatross bar or > some great condition noodle bars if you want to trade OR I can trade you > for good old USD digital funds. -- You

Re: [RBW] NBD: showing off, and questions

Be still, my heart. > On Aug 4, 2023, at 2:39 PM, Bob wrote: > > In fact Tuesday was NBD, but I didn't receive the saddle until last night. > > > > I bought this bike through the FB Rivendell Bicycles BUY/SELL/TRADE group. > Shipped from San Francisco to Colorado by Bike Flights, with the

[RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

Thank you, @Brian Turner @Ian, I rechecked the tire carefully for splits and structural damage. Nothing. @Patrick Moore, tubes with 36 patches!?! I'm very impressed. That reminds me of the Ship of Theseus paradox: if a tube has so many patches, is it still the same tube, and if it is not, at

Re: [RBW] Re: NBD: showing off, and questions

Congrats!! I love red Rivendells. On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 7:17:07 PM UTC-4 Ryan wrote: > It is an AR and I think you nailed it when you said it's a custom in the > style of an AR. What's stamped on the bottom bracket? > > If you search the list you can find tips for decoding year and month

Re: [RBW] Re: NBD: showing off, and questions

It is an AR and I think you nailed it when you said it's a custom in the style of an AR. What's stamped on the bottom bracket? If you search the list you can find tips for decoding year and month it was built, but it should have builders initials (Match or JS-Joe Starck or CG Curt Goodrich or

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell HubbuHubbuH, Medium, Complete

Thanks for the endorsement, Eric, great looking ride! They are really groovy machines, it just doesn't fit into our lives at the moment. jared On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 2:33:00 PM UTC-7 eric.j...@gmail.com wrote: > If you're on the fence I can attest that these are a blast to ride. My >

Re: [RBW] Re: NBD: showing off, and questions

Nice looking bike, that should open lots of riding opportunities! On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 6:37 PM Josh C wrote: > I don't have any answers for you but congrats on the new bike, it's a > looker. > > On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 5:39:24 PM UTC-4 rcook...@gmail.com wrote: > >> In fact Tuesday was

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Wavie Bars

Looking for some nitto wavie bars. I have a brand new albatross bar or some great condition noodle bars if you want to trade OR I can trade you for good old USD digital funds. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: NBD: showing off, and questions

I don't have any answers for you but congrats on the new bike, it's a looker. On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 5:39:24 PM UTC-4 rcook...@gmail.com wrote: > In fact Tuesday was NBD, but I didn't receive the saddle until last night. > > [image: IMG_9354.jpg] > > I bought this bike through the FB

Re: [RBW] San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

I haven't ridden 3 Bears in a while -- if only I wasn't away this weekend. Next time, though! --dan (Oakland) On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 9:03:23 AM UTC-7 diana@gmail.com wrote: > Anybody want to do this ride tomorrow? - > https://bayareabikerides.net/the-three-bears/ > > Was thinking the

Re: [RBW] FS: EVERYTHING! Lots of parts and tools

Hi, AaronCongrats on the sale of the century!   If you have any of the following left, I’ll take it!Nitto Technomic 26x70 150mm min insert Downtube boss covers and barrel adjustersThanksD in VAOn Jul 28, 2023, at 2:27 PM, twowheeledtexan wrote:I'm moving and clearing out a bunch of stuff I've

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

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

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell HubbuHubbuH, Medium, Complete

Still available! Can deliver to LA region Sunday-Monday or SF Bay Area anytime. Shoot me a message off list and let's chat :) jared On Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 12:32:03 PM UTC-7 jaredwilson wrote: > Fielded some interest at the $3,000 number, yet still no takers so let's > try for a bump.

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

I pre-ordered the VO Rando today. Through the 6th the frames are discounted 20% for pre-orders. I hadn't even been aware of them. Road bike heaven, Yippee ! I finally got the drop bars on my Franklin and I had forgotten how much I love riding them, so I'm going the exact opposite of what Riv

[RBW] Re: FS: RH Barlow Pass Tires, Cork Grips, VO Rack, Rapha Jacket

Update: the VO rack is sold and on the way to it's new home. What's left is below with updated pricing. I'm sincerely doubtful that I'll see an offer on the Rapha jacket from the Riv list in mid-summer, but maybe I'll be surprised? Thanks for looking! - *Rivendell Cork Grips - $25 (pair)**

Re: [RBW] FS: '80s Grant "Roads to Ride" books

All yours, Vern! Hit me up at my email, I'm headed to work now, I'll get back to you tonight for all the pay/shipping details. ➡️ joeremi62 gmail com On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 11:32:52 AM UTC-7 plumber...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey Joe I’ll take road to rides off your hands. > > Vern in San

Re: [RBW] FS: '80s Grant "Roads to Ride" books

That's a deal for the Bridgestone catalogs! On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 2:33:35 PM UTC-4 plumber...@gmail.com wrote: > Roads to ride* > > On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 11:32 AM vernon brooks > wrote: > >> Hey Joe I’ll take road to rides off your hands. >> >> Vern in San Francisco >> >> On Fri, Aug

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

Leah, As a grandfather of three - two now grown - this was fun to read. I am sure the little girl caught your enthusiasm. When I can, I slow down and call out, "Nice bike!" to very young riders I encounter on our local trail. We are all ambassadors. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: PSA: Ron’s Ortho Bars are back in stock

thanks Eliot, you managed to post this 16 min before I got the restock email from crust! impressive :) On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 12:32:01 PM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > You are welcome. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Ride Reports (PNW and France)

When I lived in Munich I'd go for rides every weekend and it was always so good. Having a train to take you home meant you could range further and get into bigger trouble. One day I rode through a forest and climbed a ladder onto what was obviously a road. I rode on it and everyone honked at

[RBW] PSA: Ron’s Ortho Bars are back in stock

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Re: [RBW] Ride Reports (PNW and France)

Kyle, Good looking site. Thanks for sharing DustinOn Aug 4, 2023, at 12:09 PM, Kyle Cotchett wrote:Hey all!I've been messing around with writing some ride reports on my website. For the most part, they are around the Pacific Northwest. My girlfriend and I are taking significant time off work and

[RBW] Ride Reports (PNW and France)

Hey all! I've been messing around with writing some ride reports on my website . For the most part, they are around the Pacific Northwest. My girlfriend and I are taking significant time off work and moved to Paris for summer/fall.

[RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

I began having this problem frequently, about 5 years ago. Nothing else about my skills or habits or rims changed from the previous four decades, so I've concluded that there is likely a manufacturing issue. Thinner/less/more brittle rubber at the base of the stem or something. There have

Re: [RBW] San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

Anybody want to do this ride tomorrow? - https://bayareabikerides.net/the-three-bears/ Was thinking the intermediate loop 28.5 miles? Start at 9:30 am? On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 7:11:26 AM UTC-7 Diana H wrote: > I'm in Lower Haight area. Happy to jump on the Bart to meet folks. I'm >

Re: [RBW] Re: new member/delta quill stem risers

Yes, the original item linked is not a conversion stem its's an extension for quill stems. I have never used one so can't speak on how well they work or the safety of doing such a thing. On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 11:33:23 AM UTC-4 chasenl...@gmail.com wrote: > Wesley, those are def a great

Re: [RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

huzzah! On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 10:12:15 AM UTC-4 ride2almo...@gmail.com wrote: > What a great outcome > > On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 10:09 AM Eric Marth wrote: > >> Thanks, Ryan and Danny. Just rode another 3 miles on a quick bank errand, >> no skips. Will have to try a longer ride when it

Re: [RBW] Re: new member/delta quill stem risers

Wesley, those are def a great option for threadless conversion, but what intrigues me about the one I bought is that you can jam a quill stem into it. On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 11:29 AM Wesley wrote: > I probably should not blow up my own spot like this (I use two of these on > my bikes and may

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

OMG this is so cute! -W On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 6:12:31 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I really do have the sweetest, cutest story from the Tuesday night women’s > ride. > > We had a small group of 7 riders that night. We were several miles in when > suddenly from behind,

[RBW] Re: new member/delta quill stem risers

I probably should not blow up my own spot like this (I use two of these on my bikes and may soon need a third, I love them). But this from Soma Fabrications is 1) brand new, 2) the same price, and 3) a much higher rise.

[RBW] new member/delta quill stem risers

hi all! i have posted a couple times but never really introduced myself. I am Chasen, I live in NYC, and I've got a roadini and a gus, both orange, with an atlantis in the mail from c & l. i also have a 650b'd rb 2 that i cant place a year on, a 1990 stumpjumper w a Clydesdale fork, and a

Re: [RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

What a great outcome On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 10:09 AM Eric Marth wrote: > Thanks, Ryan and Danny. Just rode another 3 miles on a quick bank errand, > no skips. Will have to try a longer ride when it dries out. > > Also installed a Brooks Pro I purchased from Two Wheeled Texan's Grand >

Re: [RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Thanks, Ryan and Danny. Just rode another 3 miles on a quick bank errand, no skips. Will have to try a longer ride when it dries out. Also installed a Brooks Pro I purchased from Two Wheeled Texan's Grand Relocation Parts Blowout and I liked it! On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 10:15:42 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 8:12:31 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: I looked back and was astounded - there at the end of our peloton was an 8 year old girl on a tiny blue Trek bike, wearing her matching blue helmet, blonde hair flying and huge grin on full display. I looked at her

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

That’s very cute. The first club rule broken was “no smiling” …. Jk!! On Friday, August 4, 2023 at 3:46:38 AM UTC-7 Roberta wrote: > Delightful! I hope they join you again. > > On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 9:12:31 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! > wrote: > >> I really do have the

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

Delightful! I hope they join you again. On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 9:12:31 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I really do have the sweetest, cutest story from the Tuesday night women’s > ride. > > We had a small group of 7 riders that night. We were several miles in when >