If you find yourself near St. Louis, Your welcome to test (and haggle over? My
56cm 1983 Expedition w an Albatross setup.
-Nathan Mattia
“I saw a tiger. Now I understand. I saw a tiger and the tiger saw a man.”
> On Aug 14, 2020, at 9:44 AM, Ray wrote:
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> Hey Joe,
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> Thanks for
Hey Joe,
Thanks for looking out. Unfortunately, that would be far too small for me.
As for sizing, I'm not 100% sure as I've never had the opportunity to test
drive a Riv, but I have a PBH of about 86 cm, so according to their charts
56-58 would be for me, but it's hard to know for sure
On
I don't think I caught your size but maybe this could work. Says he'll ship.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/bik/d/santa-cruz-rivendell-atlantis-2-51cm/7168591492.html
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Thanks for the sound advise, everyone. You've given me a lot to think
about. I'm sure I will make some upgrades to the XO-2, but I will keep
things reasonable and not make any additions that couldn't be easily
migrated to a future Atlantis should that day ever come. Who knows, maybe a
used one
I agree. If you plan to ride the bike through "salt and snow" and lock it
up outside public buildings, then it makes sense to use a less expensive
frame.
As for the XO-2 versus Expedition, I prefer the looks of the the
Expedition, but, again, for "salt and snow," the XO-2 may be the better
I think having a comfortable "beater grade" bike that you don't have to
worry about is an excellent idea. You just have to resist the temptation to
swap parts and upgrade! I've never been able to. ;)
On Sat, Aug 8, 2020 at 8:47 AM Ray wrote:
> @Clark I really appreciate the advice, and having
Shimano DH-3N72 Dynamo, Deore XT rear. Alex rims set up tubeless with
Compass Rat Trap Pass tires. Also a BM taillight and a Schmidt Edelux II
internally wired in a Pass and Stow rack. Everything is 1 year old. Make me
an offer.
On Sat, Aug 8, 2020 at 5:41 AM Ginz wrote:
> Which hubs? ;)
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This is the story of my life, circa 1990 until circa 2012 (tho' the bike
building begins far earlier; built my first bike from scratch -- bought
frame and scavenged parts in high summer -- Nov/Dec, southern hemisphere!
-- 1970). Buy cheap, upgrade at huge cost, sell cheaper, repeat until you
have
I know one person who thinks you should ride a Riv through salt and snow and
lock it up outside the bar, it's Grant. He designs them to be used and is
famously appalled to see an older one in showroom condition.
Forget dumping money into an old Bridgestone or Specialized, find a new or used
As I mentioned in my last attempted response, me replies are still being
moderated so it's difficult for me to engage with the conversation here as
quickly as I'd like to. In any case, thanks for the link to the flickr
photos @greenteadrinkers. That is definitely the right idea. Unfortunately,
@Clark I really appreciate the advice, and having already had several bikes
come and go that just didn't quite fit the bill, I know you're right. I
could certainly scrimp and save or add to a bike fund by flipping some
vintage restorations as another user suggested, to pull the cash together
I had similar experiences as Clark did. I went through bikes by Surly, Bianchi
and SOMA trying to outfit them as Riv-like country bikes. I spent a few
thousand dollars upgrading parts on each bike and never achieved the ride
quality I had experienced test riding Rivs. I eventually sold all
Hi Ray,
Your current scenario echoes one of mine from several years ago and I would
also caution you on the potential growth of expense in upgrading this or that.
Reflecting on my own progression the hands on learning that came with all my
parts swapping is invaluable but came at a hefty
Which hubs? ;)
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It sounds like you're on a budget, and you know what bike you *actually*
want. In 2007 I wanted a touring bike, but the Rivendell's seemed too
expensive. I've spent thousands of dollars going through 5-7 different
bikes and frames, wheeling and dealing, swapping stuff, upgrading
components,
Hey Ray,
Until a few months ago, I had both a 1993 XO-2 and a 1983 Expedition in my
stable. I sold the XO-2 when I got my Sam Hillborne in March and I’ve
never looked back. The X0-2 definitely felt speedier, but my actual ride
times in my 9-mile loop around my part of St. Louis showed the
A little digging around, this Flickr stream showcasing a XO-2 built a few
ways, looks fun.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/134363652@N03/36132440922/in/photostream/
On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 1:32:53 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Among a variety whose abundance surprised me, the ineffably
Oh, and I hear distant scuttlebutt that Rene Herse is working on a light,
supple, and of course very expensive 26" knobby.
On Thu, Aug 6, 2020 at 11:31 AM Patrick Moore wrote:
> Among a variety whose abundance surprised me, the ineffably nice Rene
> Herse Elk Pass (~28 mm tho' labeled 32), the
Among a variety whose abundance surprised me, the ineffably nice Rene Herse
Elk Pass (~28 mm tho' labeled 32), the Naches Pass (42, labeled 1.8") and
the Rat Trap Pass (~50 I think, tho labeled 2.3"). Also Pasela in 42,
labeled 1.75", and Tioga makes a 42 I think.
My new 26" wheel road bike
Tough choice.
Personally, I'd get the XO-2, seem's to have more of the "fun" baked into
the DNA. Kinda perfect for all things local on or off road.
Not sure what the world has to offer in regards to 26" tires these days,
something to consider.
IMO, save the $$$ and get a Cygolite, a rim brake
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