[RBW] Re: Front basket for a Clem?

Yep, the racer is a nice basket and the one I choose for my bikes these days. All of my bags work with it, as do all of my basket nets, and not as bulky when not being used. I rarely use a basket these days without a basket bag; there are so many nice offerings. On Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at

[RBW] Re: WTB: Bosco and JJJ Bars

I have a set of the VO Granola Bars and a set of the chromo Bosco's at 52 width. Both in silver. Was thinking about keeping the Bosco's for a Riv that I'm in glacial-paced negotiations about but i think I might prefer something with a lot less rise. Message me if you'd like and we can talk

[RBW] Re: How do I know when a saddle fits?

How I know a saddle fits, triangulated: i. First off, the most comfortable saddle for hours-long rides is not *necessarily* (in fact, rarely) plush and comfortable as soon as I sit on it. My favorite saddles (B68 for upright, B17 Champion Special for when less than upright) feel just OK when

[RBW] Re: How do I know when a saddle fits?

On my most comfortable saddle, I generally start noticing irritation of the skin over my sit bones after about 5 hours. Obviously, that's only an issue on long rides. This is a well-broken-in Brooks, but it was fairly comfortable since new (I worked some flex into the sit bone areas by

[RBW] WTB: Acorn Trunk Bag

I’m looking for an Acorn Trunk bag, in black. Anyone holding? -- 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] WTB: dynamo hub or 26" dynamo wheel

Working on a project, and hoping to find a not-too-precious dynamo hub: rim brake, 32 or 36 hole. Or potentially, a 26" wheel with dynamo hub if you have one lying around. - Neale -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Front basket for a Clem?

I have the half size Wald 137 and love it! I always have a Swift Sugarloaf in it with a net over the top. Has been great on several bikes! https://analogcycles.com/products/wald-halfa-basket-baskets On Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 10:19:25 AM UTC-7 John Johnson wrote: > These are

Re: [RBW] I have questions

Leah I posted a separate thread announcing the arrival of the new (at least to me!) and updated versions of the ubiquitous Gravelkings . More choices - but some look nice! Cheers, Chris On Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 8:01:40 AM

[RBW] New Gravelkings for 2024

Hadn't seen anything about this earlier: looks as if there's updates to the Gravelking lineup for 2024 . The EX and the SK look different for 2024, and there's (new to me, anyway) an X1 variant - a little more of a straight knobby

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB 50cm Roadini

Looks like that bike was already sold. On Tue, Mar 26, 2024 at 9:32 AM Doug H. wrote: > Here is one on C-list albeit with a double chainring. It looks pristine: > https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/bik/d/el-cajon-rivendell-radini-50cm/7719401355.html > Doug > > On Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at

Re: [RBW] WTB: chainring guard for 38 tooth chainring

Thanks, Patrick. Bashguard comes in some great colors and are quite inexpensive. After I wrote the original post, I went to RiV site and they had just gotten them back in stock. So, even though the webpage said out of stock, it allowed me to order the one I wanted. Roberta On Tuesday,

[RBW] Re: Front basket for a Clem?

These are nicehttps://cyclesmanivelle.com/en/-shop/racks-baskets/ Otherwise any old front rack + a wald 137 ftw. John On Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 5:13:38 PM UTC+1 bmfo...@gmail.com wrote: > The classic answer here is the Wald 137. It's shallower than the bosco > basket and looks great

[RBW] Re: WTB 50cm Roadini

Here is one on C-list albeit with a double chainring. It looks pristine: https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/bik/d/el-cajon-rivendell-radini-50cm/7719401355.html Doug On Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 12:15:29 PM UTC-4 pi...@gmail.com wrote: > My wife enjoyed riding the Roadini so much that when

[RBW] WTB 50cm Roadini

My wife enjoyed riding the Roadini so much that when my son (for whom it was built) took it over she asked for her own. Since Rivendell no longer has them I'm now in the market for a Roadini 50cm. Frame only unless you've got it built up with 1x. (My wife never used the front derailleur on her

[RBW] Re: Front basket for a Clem?

The classic answer here is the Wald 137. It's shallower than the bosco basket and looks great IMO. Crust bikes also sells a half-depth version of both the 137 and (i think) the 139. Brian F On Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 10:00:19 AM UTC-5 smer...@gmail.com wrote: > What works well and will not

Re: [RBW] Re: anyone else tried Ritchey Beacon Bars?

If you look at the picture of the Roadini I posted, I have microshift bar-end shifters installed. On Tue, Mar 26, 2024 at 7:58 AM Steven Venizelos wrote: > does anyone know if the Rickey Beacon Bars work with bar end shifters? > > > On Friday, March 22, 2024 at 3:08:16 PM UTC-4 pi...@gmail.com

[RBW] FS: COHO/Charles Lathe Lugged Steel Bike (Western North Carolina)

Going to part with my lugged steel randonneuring/light touring bike built for me by Charles Lathe under his COHO brand. 58 cm top tube. I'm 5'11" and it fits me perfectly and very similar to the Rivs I've owned. Ultegra/Open Pro wheels, King 1" threaded hs, SRAM Rival components, with Velo

Re: [RBW] I have questions

Oh, man. Those wheels are gonna look ACE!! I'll chime in anecdotally that the difference between 42-48 isn't super noticeable as long as you get your PSI where it feels comfy for you. Have an amazing time on that 2-day ride. As for front rack security, I don't use a strap, but I also check

[RBW] Re: How do I know when a saddle fits?

Pain is an obvious sign that something is wrong. And I think that's one reason why it's easy to tell when a saddle ISN'T a fit. But what feels right can be so subjective. Obviously Riv and Grant are big proponents of Brooks. I've had several Brooks saddles, and not every one feels the same.

Re: [RBW] How do I know when a saddle fits?

Here is my experience, entirely anecdata. I used to ride lots a decade ago, and remember a fair amount of discomfort with saddles on long days. I really only got back into long distance riding in the past couple of years, but have not experienced discomfort much anymore, except sometimes when

[RBW] Front basket for a Clem?

What works well and will not break the bank? I see that Wald Bosco basket that Riv sells, which I'm sure is functional, but sort of unaesthetic. Does anyone have any experience with the Pelago Rasket? Or anything else that will sit relatively low and hold a backpack or a six pack? smm --

[RBW] Re: anyone else tried Ritchey Beacon Bars?

Dave!! They look amazing on that Jones. I have an SWB that I've wanted to put drop bars on... these might be a candidate. Where do you mount your shifter? On Friday, March 22, 2024 at 12:39:14 PM UTC-7 DavidP wrote: > Great that the Roadini is working out so well for your son (and wife)! > > I

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

Thats a solid deal but sadly for me looks like its a 51 which would be way too small. On Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 4:44:07 PM UTC-4 jerry...@gmail.com wrote: > *Not mine and no affiliation, just a shame for me it's not a 56 or 58cm. > Rivendell Atlantis 2, serial #2 - $1,000 (Santa Cruz) > >

[RBW] Re: anyone else tried Ritchey Beacon Bars?

does anyone know if the Rickey Beacon Bars work with bar end shifters? On Friday, March 22, 2024 at 3:08:16 PM UTC-4 pi...@gmail.com wrote: > I built up my son's Roadini with Ritchey Beacon Comp bars ( > https://www.amazon.com/photos/shared/Hdny6ViFROaPcQIM_FkEbg.aW9haXdpnlfOy4Dg9_oNzx), > >

Re: [RBW] WTB: chainring guard for 38 tooth chainring

Roberta: If you can't find a Rivendell guard you might consider BBG Bashguard: many designs, most bcds, most look good and are inexpensive. https://bbgbashguard.com On Tue, Mar 26, 2024 at 12:40 AM Roberta wrote: > I’m looking for the Riv one >

Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

This is wild. WILD. I really enjoyed reading it, and I was panicking, right there with you! You should write them a product review. L On Monday, March 25, 2024 at 8:41:26 PM UTC-4 divis...@gmail.com wrote: > Essentially, this was what Busch & Muller did with the Luxos U, which > everyone but

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks B17 Narrow and Selle San Marco Regal saddles

Regal saddle has sold, B17 narrow still available. On Monday, March 25, 2024 at 7:14:54 AM UTC-5 Julian Westerhout wrote: > Price drop -- $65 plus shipping for the B17 narrow, $50 for the Regal plus > shipping. > > On Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 9:54:53 AM UTC-5 Julian Westerhout wrote: > >>

[RBW] Re: How do I know when a saddle fits?

The Philadelphia Trek store can measure sits bones. Perhaps there is one near you to give you some direction? I prefer a flat top like the B68 to a rounder top B17. I also have wide sits bones, so B17 too narrow for me. I tilt the saddle nose up, so I’m sitting on the flat back part of the