Re: [RBW] Bombadil - first ride and work in progress (some photos)

2023-10-19 Thread Max Faingezicht
These are Ultradynamico Mars Race in 29x2.2” mounted on Quill rims https://ultradynamico.com/products/mars-race?variant=39763276660821 I’ll try to take pics this weekend. Max Sent from my iPad > On Oct 19, 2023, at 5:20 PM, Thomas Wasko wrote: > > What are the specs on those tires (width,

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-19 Thread Sally Bidleman
Yes! During last-minute stealth research, I discovered my husband actually preferred purple! So this wonderful, very purple, bike will arrive between his birthday and Xmas; I can cover both:) Best of all, his PBH is only 2 cm different from mine; I can ride it, too...AND I get to pick out the

[RBW] Re: Nutmeg Nor'Easter 2023

2023-10-19 Thread Justin Kennedy
Yes it looks terrible! Hope still fun tho On Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 5:20:51 PM UTC-4 RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > The forecast is getting worse the closer we get! > > [image: Screenshot 2023-10-16 at 4.33.11 PM.png] > > On Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 11:25:02 PM UTC-4 J wrote: > >> I'll

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-19 Thread Leah Peterson
What a beautiful note you left us, Armand. I really hope you do that Platypus write-up when the time comes because I would very much like to read it.I’m certain your Platypus will bring you into your daily bike ride realm better than any bike you’ve ever ridden. It’s so smooth. So effortless. A

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Fall / Autumn Riding Photos 2023

2023-10-19 Thread Keith Paugh
Ooof!Dynamite.k.On Oct 19, 2023, at 2:25 PM, Josh (BertoBerg) wrote:Absolutely gorgeous, Eric! Thanks for sharing.Josh YoungbergBI, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-19 Thread Johnny Alien
Congrats!!! The Platy is a killer first RIv. On Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 5:22:16 PM UTC-4 RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > After 18 years of near daily riding, and a few attempts at hodge podge 80s > mtn bikes turned commuters that have come and gone, I plan on getting my > first Riv, a

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Fall / Autumn Riding Photos 2023

2023-10-19 Thread Josh (BertoBerg)
Absolutely gorgeous, Eric! Thanks for sharing. Josh Youngberg BI, WA -- 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] FS: Brooks Flyer x 2

2023-10-19 Thread schralp
Black carved and tan softened (no cutout). Both have less than 20 miles. I went back and forth but ultimately settled on B67 for both bikes which just fit me better. $100 obo for each. If you haven’t used a flyer be aware that all of the Brooks sprung saddles tend to have some squeaking when

[RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-19 Thread Armand Kizirian
After 18 years of near daily riding, and a few attempts at hodge podge 80s mtn bikes turned commuters that have come and gone, I plan on getting my first Riv, a Platypus. It is an entirely unnecessary purchase. I have had a two bicycle quiver for a majority of my adult life with resounding

Re: [RBW] 2.25 Thunder Burt on a Platypus?

2023-10-19 Thread Lonnie
I have Schwalbe G-one all around tires (29x2.25) on Cliffhangers on my Platypus and they've been great. Fairly fast rolling, but plenty of traction for some loose trails. The tires fit the frame fine, though I have to deflate them about to get them around the V-brakes. The unexpected issue

[RBW] BBH hat FS

2023-10-19 Thread Beth Hamon
Book, bike, and Hatchet ball cap from the short-lived Riv venture. Excellent condition. Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bethness/53265044152/in/dateposted-public/ $50 includes USA shipping. PayPal only. Thanks Beth Hamon - Portland, OR Sent from my iPad -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Bombadil - first ride and work in progress (some photos)

2023-10-19 Thread Thomas Wasko
What are the specs on those tires (width, 650 or 700?)? How is clearance? On Friday, May 26, 2023 at 1:06:12 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote: > A couple of pics from last week - Bombadil with new wheels (thanks Rich!) > and rubber (thanks Ron!) around the Fresh Pond in Cambridge, MA > > [image:

[RBW] Re: Nutmeg Nor'Easter 2023

2023-10-19 Thread Eric Marth
The forecast is getting worse the closer we get! [image: Screenshot 2023-10-16 at 4.33.11 PM.png] On Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 11:25:02 PM UTC-4 J wrote: > I'll be there again, this time on a big ol pistachio Romanceur > > On Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 1:58:35 PM UTC-4 lyon...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2023-10-19 Thread Michael McArthur
I experienced the 'third design flaw' Max cites here whilst using Touring canti's and found it very frustrating. It limited my pad choice to very thin non-cartridge pads and choice of rims wider than 17mm inner width. I nearly ground off the extra lip that creates the pad/brake arm interference

[RBW] Re: FS- A lot of random stuff, Brompton, camping, tenkara,

2023-10-19 Thread Kim H.
@Drew - What model is the Gyes leather saddle ? Kim Hetzel. On Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 1:56:19 PM UTC-7 Drw wrote: > Had this stuff kicking around the garage and need it gone. All prices do > not include shipping. Pick up in Los angeles is totally welcome. Photos > here >

[RBW] FS list Update x-posted from IBOB

2023-10-19 Thread Rich Powers
It seems we are all in a continual purchase/update/reevaluate/sell mode. Here is an updated list of my fall purge. Rich in Des Moines Feel free to select a few items and make me an offer! Shipping/postage NOT included unless noted, Paypal preferred to this address. Please contact me off-list

Re: [RBW] Re: Best way to arrange 2-cog manual shifting for "single speed" disc braked bicycle

2023-10-19 Thread JohnS
Hello Patrick, Did anyone mention the All City Nature Box 853 SSCX disk brake bike? The rear disk brake mount is slotted to allow for alignment. No idea how easy that would be to adjust on the fly. JohnS [image: AllCityNatureBoyRearDropOut.jpg] On Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 12:17:34 PM

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-10-19 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
I know that seller. He’s a good man and I hope he finds an equally nice buyer. On Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 2:14:30 PM UTC-4 greenteadrinkers wrote: > Nice NOS Hunqapillar frame set: > > > https://lansing.craigslist.org/bik/d/okemos-rivendell-hunqapillar-frameset/7678319217.html > > On

[RBW] Boomerang Rivs

2023-10-19 Thread Bill Lindsay
I received my second "boomerang Riv" yesterday. My definition of a "boomerang Riv" is: -I bought it from Rivendell -I sold it to somebody for whatever reason -I bought it back again My first boomerang Riv was my Hillborne frame set. Boomerang Riv #2 is my R05C0 8U883 road complete. It's the

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-10-19 Thread greenteadrinkers
Nice NOS Hunqapillar frame set: https://lansing.craigslist.org/bik/d/okemos-rivendell-hunqapillar-frameset/7678319217.html On Monday, October 16, 2023 at 11:23:35 AM UTC-4 RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > Rosco Bubbe > 58cm > eBay auction > Lake Linden, MI > https://www.ebay.com/itm/335072976787 > >

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-19 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
All is well! It’s still a fun thread. I’ll figure out the seat post eventually. It seems to me to be working fine the way I have everything, even if it does involve an ugly seat post. I love the grips so far and I only wish Deb would make some ivory ones to match my other saddle. Anyway, it’s

Re: [RBW] Considering trading my Ram for a Lightning Bolt

2023-10-19 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
That sounds similar to a prior time they still had discontinued 1" threadless Grand Rando canti forks in the ivory color still listed on the site for an extended period. They currently still have the newer disc Grand Rando 1" threadless forks still listed but also out of stock. So yeah,

Re: [RBW] Considering trading my Ram for a Lightning Bolt

2023-10-19 Thread MoVelo
I've owned both the Ram and Rawland Nordavinden. I sold the Rawland and still have the Ram. The Rawland was nice but the Ram is soo much nicer in every way. Just my humble opinion James Poulson On Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 5:33:31 PM UTC-5 Garth wrote: > So it appears Max the

[RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-19 Thread Josh C
I’m hoping to snag a 50cm green complete for my wife. I’ve had several Rivs and she’s never had the experience. She’s mentioned several times that a step-through style bike interests her. She has some purple Paul bits on her current bike that I think will look nice with the green instead of

[RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-19 Thread Arthur Mayfield
I had a stock notice early last week on a 55 that I snapped up in seconds—on the way, delivery next Tuesday. It’s in Mermaid paint (which looks a lot like Bianchi Celeste on my screen), so I guess they found it among old stock. I’m thrilled to be able to get a frame in my size, either way.