[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

Hi Armand, this is a great build. How are you liking those MKS Pretzels? I'm considering getting a pair. On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:01:38 PM UTC-4 jmeln...@gmail.com wrote: > It was nice to meet you on Saturday at Topanga Creek Outpost, Armand! Your > Platy is even more gorgeous in

Re: [RBW] The Cub House's Los Angeles Invitational Ride - May 18

This looks like it was a great event. Thanks for all the pictures and reports. Armand, that picture above the clouds is unreal! On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:14:58 PM UTC-4 philip@gmail.com wrote: > 48s? Try 38s! > > [image: image0.jpeg] > > The ride, route and vibes really were all

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

Further updates! Nexave: Sold Faceplater: Sold Technomic: Sold Cyclone: Available Shifters: Sold Clamps: Available On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 3:52:27 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > A few more things for sale: > > [image: IMG_1602.JPG] > > *Shimano SL-BS50 shift levers

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

Nexave: Sold Faceplater: Pending Technomic: Available Cyclone: Available Thanks! On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:24:42 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > *IMpoRTant dEtaiLS!! * > Clamp diameter on the Face-plater is 25.4 > Clamp diameter on the Technomic is 26.0 > > On Saturday, May

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

*IMpoRTant dEtaiLS!! * Clamp diameter on the Face-plater is 25.4 Clamp diameter on the Technomic is 26.0 On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:17:18 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > A few things for sale, please email me to purchase. Prices do not include > shipping. Thank you! > > [image:

Re: [RBW] Adventures in (Re) building my Saluki

That's a great looking build, Michael! Sorry about all the compounded mechanicals. Mama said there'd be days! Jock, always nice to see one of your elegant builds. On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:23:09 AM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > Lovely setup. > > On Sat, May 18, 2024 at 8:07 AM John Dewey

Re: [RBW] Sam Hillbornes Go Live Tomorrow

Congrats to everyone on snagging a Sam, very capable and fun bikes! On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 12:41:03 PM UTC-4 watta...@gmail.com wrote: > Happily secured a 54 Peri-Sam at 12:01 yesterday. I’m thinking Quill > rims to have tubeless as an option. Recs on dynamo hubs? I’ve had a Son hub >

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Great views, Chester! WLS — Connecticut has it goin' on! On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:03:50 PM UTC-4 wls...@gmail.com wrote: > Eric, > > Looks like the spring fling was a blast. I was also in CT last weekend > visiting friends in New Haven, but we opted for our own ride which left > from

[RBW] Re: WTB: 50 cm Roadini

Oh and good luck with your search! On Monday, May 13, 2024 at 8:32:19 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Leah I am excited to hear this because I've been so curious about your > strength and speed. If you can keep up with the 17-18mph group on your > Platy I'd think you'd be faster than

[RBW] Re: WTB: 50 cm Roadini

Leah I am excited to hear this because I've been so curious about your strength and speed. If you can keep up with the 17-18mph group on your Platy I'd think you'd be faster than the fast groups on a road bike! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Susie/Gus seat tube OD

Hey all — Can someone please share the OD of the Gus / Susie seat tubes? I am bending a custom tag for a friend, he doesn't have the bike with him, we'd like to know the OD. Thanks! Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Phew Stephen enjoy it out there! Looks great, you're going to get strong On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 3:37:15 PM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > [image: IMG_6708.jpg] > > [image: IMG_6722.jpg][image: IMG_6716.jpg] > > A few quick shots from my first week back in the bay area. Getting > reacquainted with

[RBW] Re: Photos from last weekend's overnighter

Wow, the sky On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 4:44:38 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > Beautiful! It never fails that I miss Japan so after seeing your photos. I > really love the one of your Hunq among the stars. > > Cheers, John > > On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 5:51:56 AM UTC-7 diana@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Re: A. Homer Hilsen Photo Thread

Paul has neglected to share the beautiful patina that his bronze headbadge has acquired. Trust me, it's really good! On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 2:00:12 PM UTC-4 Paul Richardson wrote: > here's mine--a 67cm waterford i've had since 2011, and had repainted in > wisconsin last year (just in

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

>>> years ago where you were doing a rebuild of a mixte that your "partner's" >>> parents gave her - some Japanese manufacturer, I think. I recognized that >>> the scenes of your shop are the same as your current video, but it's a >>> "diffe

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

" > parents gave her - some Japanese manufacturer, I think. I recognized that > the scenes of your shop are the same as your current video, but it's a > "different Eric Marth!" Pop bottle glasses, dark hair, etc. What happened? > > On Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:00:4

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

Great point about size, Jason. It really helps to visualize the proportions On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 9:46:05 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote: > There is truly no equal to Blue Lug. As Eric said, the combination of > perfectly curated builds combined with excellent photography and an eye for >

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Nice photos, Nicholas! I rarely see an Appaloosa or Atlantis with drops, tell us how you like it! It looks like a nice setup all around On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:07:49 AM UTC-4 Nicholas A wrote: > Then, to demonstrate the fickle nature of Irish weather, the very next > morning on the other

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

Thanks everyone for watchin'! Marty: The Match Game was before my time but I certainly came up with Bob Barker. The $20 corded mic I bought just didn't seem right clipped to my shirt so I went for the long mic. Patrick: I appreciate the kind notes. Sorry about the SW gardening woes, I know

Re: [RBW] Re: Scam alert? I'm so confused. Blue Homer in LA? ND?

Kim: I don't see how the administrator of this forum has any bearing on someone's Facebook post. The scam is potentially occurring via Facebook, not our forum. You reposted the FB listing here with a link. Regarding the Blue Lug purchase, how on earth were you "scammed" by Blue Lug? They are

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

If you're wondering "How do I tastefully build and specify a bike?" this is the *perfect* place to start. They also do a great job with the photographs, some of the best out there. On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:13:45 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Oh yeah, this is a gallery I ha

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

Oh yeah, this is a gallery I have bookmarked. So many great builds and lots and lots of inspiration. They always nail it, great ideas abound! On Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:27:09 AM UTC-4 drewfi...@gmail.com wrote: > Many of you may already be aware of this, but Blue Lug has a nice catalog >

[RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

Wow, thanks for the kind words, Jim! Always a pleasure, sorry this one's so long. The uncut version was like 2 hours. On Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 11:32:09 AM UTC-4 J J wrote: > So good, a pleasure to watch. Thanks for the great work, Eric! > > Check it out here: > >

[RBW] Re: Jimmy's Hunq!!1

Well it's a total jaw-dropper, well done, bravo, enjoy the ride! On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 3:55:21 PM UTC-4 J J wrote: > Thanks Eric and Jim! Will's blog post was the first I saw of the full > paint job and the build. Up to yesterday afternoon I had only seen a few > low res teaser

[RBW] WTB: Wooly Warm sleeveless merino tank

Hello friends — Cross-posted wool search happenin here and on iBob :0) I have an older Wooly Warm sleeveless tank that I purchased used and I really like it. If you have one in size large or extra-large that you're willing to part with please drop me a note and let me know your price shipped

Re: [RBW] Bombadil camping trip

Beautiful pics and badass ride as per your usual, Jason! Thanks for sharing, that's one I'd love to have joined you for. On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 10:27:58 AM UTC-4 Brian Turner wrote: > Love your photos, as always… made even better with descriptive ride > reports! > > On Apr 26, 2024, at

Re: [RBW] Re: Rosco MMM build photos

This is a sweet build! I'd like to get one of those White Industries / Sugino cranks some day. Is there any write-up or an ancient email about the idea behind the frame design? Will's Massive Mountain Mixte. Do we have an oral history at least? Are you gonna wire up a dynamo back up in the

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

I love that desert vegetation, John On Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 9:57:07 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > Wowza! Beautiful tulips and very lovely Hillborne! > > In stark contrast to tulips in the East, here's a couple from the Sonoran > desert earlier in the week. While not really the feature

Re: [RBW] WTB - 9spd Dura Ace downtube shifters

Paul — Is Greg trying to bling his Roadini? On Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 12:22:38 PM UTC-4 bmfo...@gmail.com wrote: > I don't have any for sale but I can confirm they are worth the $$. > Beautiful component with a satisfying click in index mode and if your bike > has a light-ish downtube

[RBW] Re: NBD - Purple Appaloosa

Great post and run-down, Dan! The Appaloosa is lookin' good. On Monday, April 1, 2024 at 5:29:46 PM UTC-4 Jay wrote: > I also love this post! > > I was in C Cycle, home of the Bassi and noticed the Bloomfield. That > caught me eye in your write up so I thought I would mention. > > That purple

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

That Reston Homer is nicely appointed and a good deal for someone right for a 47cm! On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 9:43:22 AM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Your patience continues to earn you money. Now the price is down to > $6000. Wait until September and you'll get paid to take it. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

Just wanted to stop by and say thanks to JJ for the general rapid rise write-up. I've already tested and made up my mind for myself but I think his post from Mar 20, 2024, 1:14:26 PM really does a nice job of breaking things down related to how these mechs work, how they might work for you, as

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

Just wanted to pop in and say that if you're an eBay whiz and patient you can find rapid risers for not too much money. I've found two of the very nice Nexave T400s, both new, never used, for less than $30 each. There was a seller on eBay sometime in 2023 who listed a bunch of the T400s and

Re: [RBW] Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

Oh and Bill too! Bill, I saw you heading to the expo on Sunday morning while I was having a coffee at Habitat, didn't want to shout at you though. Nice Atlantis! On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 9:50:05 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > I had a nice visit at PBE. It was great to meet Pam, Leah, Robe

[RBW] Re: Give this guy a Like and a Subscribe

QUALITY content! On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 10:58:51 AM UTC-4 tio ryan wrote: > Glad to see he's making longer content for YouTube, as I've also been > following him on IG for little while now and have been enjoying his bike > videos. > > He's got a couple very sweet Rivs and a gift for

Re: [RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho... stem question

Someone better buy that Ritchey Force it's the perfect size and spiritual aesthetic for the Orthos. On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 6:43:41 PM UTC-4 Jordan Rosenblum wrote: > Not unlike other folks, I found the width of the Ortho's demanded a longer > stem than I use with Bosco and Tosco bars.

[RBW] Re: Video: Repairing Pam Murray's Silver shifters

Thanks everyone for checking out the project and for the kind feedback. Leah, let me know if you ever need a hand with something that can easily be mailed out to me in Virginia :0) I should be around mid-day on Saturday for PBE On Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 2:40:20 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle

Re: [RBW] Ron's Ortho... stem question

What Brian said plus my choice would be the 12cm Tallux or the 13.5cm face-plater assuming you're on a Riv 54cm or larger. I have a 12cm Tallux on my Appaloosa with Ortho bars. It's been pretty good, no complaints, but those bars are massive and I wouldn't mind having them a little further

[RBW] Re: Trip Report: Death Valley February 2024

Bad to the bone! Thanks for sharing Diana :0) On Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 10:49:34 AM UTC-5 diana@gmail.com wrote: > I'm glad you all enjoyed the trip report! I'm sad I can't edit posts so > you all had to read day 4 twice lol. I'm still getting used to Google > groups (sorry you're

[RBW] Re: FS: XTR, Nitto, B68, Deer Head, XT, other misc. bits

Just stopping by to say I continue to admire your collection of rapid risers! On Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 12:27:56 AM UTC-5 J J wrote: > > *Update #2, the following items are still available:* > > > >- XTR BR-M900 NOS cantilever brakes (one F/R set sold, one F/R set >still

[RBW] Video: Repairing Pam Murray's Silver shifters

Hi everyone — Last fall Pam Murray sent me some Silver shifter levers that were in need of repair. They came off her high-mileage Betty Foy after the springs wore out. Thanks to Mike Godwin for sending me a broken pair of the old Suntour Sprint levers, they provided the parts I needed to get

[RBW] Re: For Sale: NOS vintage Rivendell cycling cap

2024 at 9:29:00 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Trade pending, thanks for all the interest! >> >> On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 7:12:13 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: >> >>> [image: IMG_0309.jpg] >>> >>> This vintage cap is in excellent,

[RBW] Re: For Sale: NOS vintage Rivendell cycling cap

Trade pending, thanks for all the interest! On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 7:12:13 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > [image: IMG_0309.jpg] > > This vintage cap is in excellent, unworn condition. Eight panel made by > Pace Sport Wear in the USA. Cap is yellow buttercream and a b

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Winter 2023-2024 Ride Photos

of the bike silhouetted against the cornfield. No snow in > where I am (yet). Here's a pic from yesterday's ride (trigger warning - non > Riv content): > > [image: 0ADC8C0F-74C4-4086-B005-1D6F0F254F3A_1_201_a.jpeg] > > Steve in Asheville, NC > On Thursday, January 18, 2024 at

[RBW] Wooly Warm sweaters: Washing and shrinking

I have two of the Rivendell Wooly Warm roll-neck sweaters. One's navy, one's olive. I got them both new. I've found that after washing them cold/gentle in my washing machine and air drying that they shrink. Has anyone else encountered this issue? In a recent blog Grant wrote "Wash them warm

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Winter 2023-2024 Ride Photos

Nice pics everyone, always enjoy these threads! On Friday, January 5, 2024 at 11:30:37 AM UTC-5 Tony Lockhart wrote: > [image: IMG_2831.jpeg] > > Here’s a snapshot from this morning’s ride. Can’t resist stopping at the > CalTech campus because of the variety in architecture. > > New Leo is

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: New MKS Pretzel pedals coming out next month

Justin et al: Anyone had a chance to try these pretzels yet? Let me know, very curious. Anyone remember those dreadful "Must be the pretzels!" commercials from the mid 90s? https://youtu.be/0yMoV0BE-mI?si=110yTxnvbkaaLgs6 On Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 9:10:26 AM UTC-5 Justin Kennedy

[RBW] Re: FS: Vintage Rivendell hooded sweatshirt

Sold, thank you :o) On Sunday, December 31, 2023 at 2:56:56 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > Hi all — I have a Rivendell sweatshirt for sale. Asking $45 plus shipping > to you. > > It's labeled an XXL, manufactured by the Cotton Bureau, made in USA and > 95% cotton, 5% poly. I

[RBW] Re: FS: Sugino XD2 triple, 175mm

Hi everyone — The crankset is sold. Thanks! On Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 12:06:06 PM UTC-5 Pam Bikes wrote: > Yep. My crank arms are 165. Just looked them up. I could use the > chainrings but not the crank arms. > > On Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 12:02:19 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard

[RBW] Re: Let's see your Rivendell headbadges

one from the left. Looks like it could be the >> original pewter, or maybe a pre-cloisonne. Some of yours also look flat - >> clue us in. >> >> Cheers, >> >> Marty >> >> On Monday, December 18, 2023 at 3:02:58 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: >> >>>

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

That Ram is looking good Stephen! On Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 5:58:47 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote: > Platypus in the Jungle > Spent the past week camping at Edisto Island, SC. Quiet back roads, woodsy > trails and a few miles of freshly paved bike path. > > [image:

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

Stephen, thank you! For a long time I used a Fuji X100, the first version. When that failed this summer I sent it to Fuji and they offered to sell me a refurbished X100 V. It wasn't cheap but it was cheaper than the secondary market and better than new prices when you can find them available

[RBW] Re: PSA: Brooks B68

Keith: Maybe? I have been under the impression that Trade/BikeInn sell seconds, discounts and other miscellaneous stuff they get their hands on. They've had small amounts of B68s in the past when no one else did, long before Riv got Brooks on board for whatever weird deal they have going

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Homer headbadge

I think the Homer badges are pretty sweet. The one on Paul R's bike is weathered, patinated and brassy. It looks beautiful. I'm not sure if they're still made with same metals (doesn't look like it to my eye). On Friday, December 1, 2023 at 8:32:10 PM UTC-5 ian m wrote: > LOVE the Saluki,

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

Love those fendered fat tires, Coco! :o) On Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 1:04:55 PM UTC-5 coco...@gmail.com wrote: > Some from October in Squamish BC! > > On Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 9:33:53 AM UTC-8 wrongw...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Tally-ho! >> >> An early test run of my nearly-new

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

SallyG: Where is this scene? Palmated trees and wild turkeys. Looks like the guy in back has a pretty long beard! On Sunday, November 19, 2023 at 3:04:53 PM UTC-5 SallyG wrote: > [image: Turkeys .jpg] > Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic! > > On Sun, Nov 19, 2023 at 10:52 AM Ted

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

Looks fab, Nick. I've ridden just a little bit of the W out of Arlington to Mt. Vernon. I'm down the highway a piece in Fredericksburg. On Sunday, November 19, 2023 at 7:40:52 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote: > > Nice day for a long bike ride Nick ! The fall lighting makes for lovely > photos indeed.

[RBW] Re: Silver shifter repair

Hello MTR — I've disassembled Silver shifters for repairs but have not had one of the cover plates pop off on its own like yours. That is some brave free-hand drilling you've depicted! I've found the plates are relatively easy to re-install and can be pressure fit or set into place with a

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

Jason R: Nice shots & Hillborne! On Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 5:03:59 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > Stephen: Two things, 1) Hi Dan! 2) Nice Stan Rays  3) Oops that's three, > nice pics! > > On Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 7:44:33 AM UTC-5 Stephen wrote: > >> Joi

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

gt; or 5 times a day; between courses they ate biscuits with butter and >>>>> honey, >>>>> like sopapillas in NM. All as distant culturally from my WDC-suburban >>>>> upbringing as my mother's family in Sorosogon, Sorsogon. Bike content: >>>>

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

Great pics everyone! Patrick: That's Caroline County, Virginia, about 12 miles from home. On Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 10:10:00 PM UTC-5 Mark C wrote: > > I road my old Ritchey to nearby White Park just over a week ago and there > was still some color, but the leaves fell fast after that. >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

Good catch, Reeb! Seemed too good to be true, I deleted my post :o) On Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 9:54:21 PM UTC-5 Ryan Ray wrote: > Here is my Bleriot for sale on CL in Seattle or I will pay my LBS 150 > bucks to box it up right. I bought a bigger Homer instead! > > >

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

Thank you Randy and Takashi! Takashi, always love when you share a set with us! Third photo is my fave from this batch! On Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 10:58:54 AM UTC-4 Takashi wrote: > I agree with Randy; Eric's photos are spectacular. > > Here are some photos from Saturday's ride. >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

[image: 0_ccmrPRcSB2W_0CI0t2_600x450-1.jpg] It's too bad to see an uncommon Riv frame that was rippled and dimpled by one owner and left outside *over winter* by the next. Perhaps with the damage there's some more room to negotiate the price. It would be nice if a new owner could resurrect

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

Alex, Lyle's build at the time he sold the Ram is one of my favorite bicycles I've ever seen. It's been fun to see the further mods you've made and watch as you've put it through big brevets and PBP! The current setup, paint and spec are superb! On Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 9:50:15 PM

[RBW] Re: Nutmeg Nor'Easter 2023

gt; great meeting Eric Marth in person as well as hanging and riding with > fellow Brooklynite Stephen. The camp this year was the best yet - an old > Boy Scout camp with lots of interesting terrain to explore. The bunk'd out > lean-to's were lifesavers for staying relatively dry Friday n

[RBW] Re: Nutmeg Nor'Easter 2023

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

[RBW] Re: Nutmeg Nor'Easter 2023

Justin and Stephen — I'll be on my Appaloosa so that'll be three mermaid frames... at least! On Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 9:56:46 AM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > Yep that was me! > > On Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 9:23:52 AM UTC-4 Justin Kennedy wrote: > >> >> Stephen, i met you outside

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

Leah, if only you could link up with a trustworthy board member-mechanic who could carefully ream the seat tube for her! I'm not sure who that would be 樂 The S84 is the ultimate. I certainly understand your reluctance to have a local shop do this for you after the recent stories you shared!

Re: [RBW] For sale: Michelin shirts and Suntour hats

If you missed out I just found two more Large tees, send me a message for direct sale. Printed in Richmond, Virginia on Bayside tees made in the USA. They're $35 shipped CONUS. Thanks! [image: Michelin 01.jpg] On Friday, October 6, 2023 at 2:23:10 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Thanks Ke

[RBW] Re: FS: 63 cm Romulus

Sounds like quite a deal! Any chance for some pictures? They're mentioned but not included :) On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 12:03:41 PM UTC-4 bapete...@gmail.com wrote: > Original owner 63cm Romulus purchased in Walnut Creek. $800 or best offer > photos attached > > Standard Riv Build: >

Re: [RBW] "A Steamy Lug Affair" by Grant Petersen

I'm happy to share, glad everyone who responded has enjoyed! Always fun to turn up a little Rivendell/Grant tidbit "in the wild." On Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 9:57:24 AM UTC-4 Dorothy C wrote: > Probably the 2017 first run of the Roadini. I bought a grey one which has > since been gifted to

[RBW] Re: Michelin shirts & Suntour hats

Hi Lenny — I'm glad you dig, thanks! The mediums and larges are gone 沈 It's always hard to ride that line of meeting demand and not ending up with a bunch of unsold inventory. Still have a few S, XL, XXL and XXXL. On Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 7:32:06 PM UTC-4 Lenny wrote: > Any medium

Re: [RBW] For sale: Michelin shirts and Suntour hats

Thanks Keith :) On Friday, October 6, 2023 at 1:09:36 PM UTC-4 Keith P. wrote: > These are awesome Eric! > Nice work!  > > k. > > On Oct 4, 2023, at 3:34 PM, Eric Marth wrote: > > Hi all — I made a batch of Michelin shirts based on a poster from 1905. > They're p

Re: [RBW] Re: Carrying groceries on your bike

Hi Paul — If you're regularly hauling loads like in your picture it would be worthwhile to get set up with some good racks and panniers. A handlebar load of 36 lbs sounds dicey! I'm impressed you got a photo of the bars loaded up while in motion. I've had a few setups over the years. The one

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

g days. I've ridden them for so long that it feels like I've forgotten > something every time I've tried to swap to flats on any bike except a true > town cruiser. > > On Wed, Oct 4, 2023 at 11:31 AM Eric Marth wrote: > >> Hi Ted — I like Rene Herse tires but refrain from

Re: [RBW] Another 26" Atlantis build

Extremely good tones, Brian! Looks like a perfect fit. On Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 4:59:17 PM UTC-4 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > Wow ! Nice work. I love the brown leather and gum walls. > > On Wed, Oct 4, 2023 at 1:32 PM John Dewey wrote: > >> Beautiful bike, Ryan. Good to go for

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

Hi Ted — I like Rene Herse tires but refrain from recommending them simply because they're so darn expensive and the benefits of the casing might not be appreciated by all. I would just hate for someone to think "Eric recommended these expensive tires and I don't like 'em!" While I do enjoy

[RBW] Re: FS: MB-2 frame, 26" dynamo wheels, RH tires, saddles, pedals, Suntour, Crust bars

Another update :o) Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass extralight (26 x 2.3) — $75 Single tire, less than 400 miles. Make an offer. Kool Stop Eagle 2 smooth post pads, one bikesworth — $15 Brand new, unmounted On Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 8:57:30 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > UPDATE 9/17

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

Paul — Looks like Ian had the bike built up as a complete by Riv. Are those 54cm Noodles? They look wide! Hope you all had a nice outing. Eric On Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 5:44:08 PM UTC-4 DavidP wrote: > Kim - the stone arch trail is in Westford, MA. > > -Dave > > On Friday,

[RBW] Re: Help me repair Pam's Silver shifters

I don't think the pawls wore out, necessarily, it's that they're missing from the shifters I received. What's more likely is the spring wore out. I found springs, haven't found pawls. Christian, I thought of Send Cut Send, as well, I've used them in the past. Hand cutting pawls is off the

[RBW] Re: Help me repair Pam's Silver shifters

send you the 3D file that they almost certainly >>> have, but I'm sure that (rational) liability concerns will prevent this. >>> >>> Peter Adler >>> no longer professionally engaged in the >>> rich-people-suing-other-rich-people industry, but still

[RBW] Re: Help me repair Pam's Silver shifters

gt; Peter Adler > no longer professionally engaged in the > rich-people-suing-other-rich-people industry, but still aware of the > thought processes in > Berkeley, CA/USA > > > On Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 8:02:06 PM UTC-7 Eric Marth wrote: > > My plan, once I loca

[RBW] Re: For sale: SR MTE-100 wayback seatpost, 26.8

Seatpost is sold, thanks! On Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 11:53:01 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > How about $75 shipped? > > Thanks! > > On Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 4:36:31 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > >> [image: IMG_7415.JPG] >> >> Hi all — Asking $10

[RBW] Re: FS: MB-2 frame, 26" dynamo wheels, RH tires, saddles, pedals, Suntour, Crust bars

— $75 On Monday, September 11, 2023 at 10:25:20 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > A few things remaining: > > > 1985 Bridgestone MB-2 frame, fork and headset — $300 > > Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass extralight (26 x 2.3) — $75 > > > Problem Solvers Travel Agents (pair) — $25 &

[RBW] Re: For sale: SR MTE-100 wayback seatpost, 26.8

How about $75 shipped? Thanks! On Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 4:36:31 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > [image: IMG_7415.JPG] > > Hi all — Asking $100 plus shipping for the seatpost. SR MTE-100 in the > 26.8 diameter. Fits most Rivs. Includes the original quick release clamp >

Re: [RBW] Re: ATTENTION ! Someone posted on r/Rivendell_Bicycles the map of Rivendell bike owners

>>> careful out there y’all >>> On Friday, September 15, 2023 at 7:33:50 AM UTC-5 brok...@gmail.com >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Hopefully this is the closest this list ever gets to the Nextdoor app. >>>> >>>> On Sep 15, 2023, at 8

[RBW] Re: ATTENTION ! Someone posted on r/Rivendell_Bicycles the map of Rivendell bike owners

I love how many people listed their home addresses so you can go and snag their Rivs out of their sheds! On Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 10:35:39 PM UTC-4 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello John Rinker .. > > Kim Hetzel. > > On Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 7:33:41 PM UTC-7 Kim H.

[RBW] Re: FS: MB-2 frame, 26" dynamo wheels, RH tires, saddles, pedals, Suntour, Crust bars

elocity Atlas 26” wheelset, Kasai dynamo hub, XTR rear hub — $400 > > Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass extralight (26 x 2.3) — $75 > > Rene Herse Humptulips Ridge extralight (26 x 2.3) — $75 > > Kool Stop Eagle 2 smooth post pads, one bikesworth — $15 > > > On Wedne

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

Hi Leah, I'm certain a lot of men on this forum and others who ride bikes think plenty about clothes that work for bike riding. Grant Petersen, who is a man, has had lots of clothing custom made for Rivendell during the entire run of the company. Wool layers, custom pants, shorts, hats. If you

[RBW] Re: FS: MB-2 frame, 26" dynamo wheels, RH tires, saddles, pedals, Suntour, Crust bars

ar hub — $400 Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass extralight (26 x 2.3) — $75 Rene Herse Humptulips Ridge extralight (26 x 2.3) — $75 Kool Stop Eagle 2 smooth post pads, one bikesworth — $15 On Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 9:40:35 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > The following have sold: > >

[RBW] Re: Broken shifters

My drive-side Silver 1 shifter quit holding tension last week. This was after two years of regular use on my most-ridden bike, a Sam Hillborne. I swapped the shifter for a Silver 2 and kept on riding. Last night, inspired by this thread, I took my shifter apart. Apologies ahead of time but I

[RBW] Re: FS: MB-2 frame, 26" dynamo wheels, RH tires, saddles, pedals, Suntour, Crust bars

The following have sold: - Suntour XC seatpost - Selle Anatomica saddle - Hite Rite - Outer Shell stem bag - Brass head badges On Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 2:13:41 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Hi all — I'm moving some things along. I posted this earlier and my > m

[RBW] Re: FS: Italian linen shirts for riding

And sold. Thanks for all the interest, everyone! On Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 1:01:18 PM UTC-4 James wrote: > PM Sent! I'll buy them > > On Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 11:51:42 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Hello friends — I have two linen button down shirts for sale. Asking

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

An unusual Homer! Double tube, darker blue than I'm used to seeing. Nice build. Oddly the listing makes no mention of the 3x1 drivetrain. On Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 9:16:12 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Cheviot f/f/hs > 60cm > Tulsa, Okay > Auction: https://www.ebay.com/itm/

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2023

Wow that Heron is deluxe as hell! On Monday, August 28, 2023 at 3:55:37 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote: > Another local sale only and no mention of Rivendell in the ad: > > 56 Heron $2,650 in Adrian Michigan > > > https://annarbor.craigslist.org/bik/d/adrian-heron-by-waterford/7659634840.html > > On

[RBW] Re: Saddle Height

Hi Matt — Welcome! And I hope you find a Platypus that fits you well. Where are you located? Maybe we can help find someone in your area so you can have a test ride before you buy a frame. I think a 55, as you say, would be more versatile. I have a 2009 Hillborne that's a 57cm and a 2021

[RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho vs. Nitto Albatross

David: Good point on the 65cm Toscos, forgot about those! Other monster swept back bars: the Albacore bar from Hope has on offer, the Golden Pliers x Sim Works x Nitto Ramble Bar

[RBW] Re: Cycling shoes for wide feet?

Thanks for the notes, everyone. Ted: By proper cycling shoes I mean something that takes a cleat and lets you fit your big old EEE in there comfortably. I haven't tried any clipless pedals but I've been curious. Part of my research has been seeking out an appropriate shoe. Watching your foot

[RBW] Re: FS: Saddlesacks/Banana Sack

PM sent On Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 4:36:52 PM UTC-4 johnb wrote: > https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0w59UlCq9VxPM > > > Help if I actually attach the pictures... > > On Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 4:35:37 PM UTC-4 johnb wrote: > >> I have 2 Small Saddlesacks in grey grid and 1 Banana Sack

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