[RBW] Re: Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

[Will M]

Fun thread!

I shot this image of my Rambouillet head badge through my grandfather's 
circa-1950 Leica "Elmar" 90mm portrait lens at maximum aperture (f/4) using 
Fuji Velvia 100 color reversal film while the sun set over the Hudson 
River.  And then (poof!) suddenly this Riv Owners Bunch was lighting up 
that a Rivendell is featured in the Flickr Explore on April 29, 2013 
. My 15 minutes in the limelight.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/millhiser/8691531981/in/album-72157626161174071/

Will M



On Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 11:06:23 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote:

> [image: HungBW.jpg]
>
> A while ago in Nanjing, China. 
>
> Cheers, John
> On Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 7:38:00 PM UTC-7 Nick Payne wrote:
>
>> My Bleriot at Mt Stromlo observatory, in front of one of the observatory 
>> domes that were burnt out in the 2003 bushfires.
>>
>> [image: IMG_0444.jpg]
>>
>> Nick
>>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

[Collin A]

Patrick, the bag was a custom one from rockgeist. Fit like a glove!

Collin in Sacratomato

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Re: [RBW] Doldrums

['Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Richard:

I started working 4 days a week a few months ago, usually using my new day off 
to ride. I suppose I’m 20% as happy as you, which gives me something to look 
forward when I switch to 100% retired in a few years!

--Eric Norris
campyonly...@me.com
Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy
YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy 

> On Sep 8, 2022, at 3:47 PM, Richard Rose  wrote:
> 
> I am not immune to this. However, I have found a solution. For now at least. 
> Retire & buy a new bike. I cannot stop smiling & I think at age 67 that I 
> have never enjoyed riding more.
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Sep 8, 2022, at 12:23 PM, Jay Lonner  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> It’s interesting to consider the age/phase of life angle. I’m 54, and I 
>> recall seeing a graph some years ago about self-reported quality of life, 
>> which hits a nadir in the early to mid 50’s before creeping back up. There’s 
>> probably something to the “sandwich generation” phenomenon, which is to say 
>> feeling squeezed by the needs of kids transitioning to adulthood on the one 
>> hand, and aging parents on the other. 
>> 
>> It’s also true that I just don’t have the physical resilience that I used to 
>> — my job requires long hours, with occasional overnight work. It takes me a 
>> while to bounce back from a bad weekend of being on call. It makes it harder 
>> to muster the activation energy to get on my bike and go for a ride, but I 
>> almost always feel better when I do.
>> 
>> So no magic elixir to rebottle the enthusiasm and vigor I used to have, 
>> maybe just a resigned yet optimistic acceptance of what this new phase of 
>> life has to offer. I very likely am veering well off-topic with these sorts 
>> of musings, but thanks for the replies and reassurance that I’m not alone in 
>> the struggle.
>> 
>> Jay Lonner
>> Bellingham, WA
>> 
>> Sent from my Atari 400
>> 
>>> On Sep 7, 2022, at 4:10 PM, 'Scott Luly' via RBW Owners Bunch 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Jay:
>>> 
>>> I must say I found comfort in you sharing your state of doldrums. It's 
>>> comforting knowing I'm not alone. I'm 53 and have been in same state for a 
>>> few years now. It's unsettling. I have to really push to scare-up desire 
>>> and passion towards hobbies/adventures that used to be abundant and readily 
>>> available. I develop levels of self-frustration because I'm largely a 
>>> content, happy person. That is to say, I have much to be thankful for and 
>>> don't struggle to make ends meet. Before this spell I always found joy in 
>>> the contagious nature of my enthusiasm towards my recreational activities. 
>>> Where it went exactly, I don't know. Simply said, I'm not a depressive 
>>> person, so it's not that. I'm a productive person. It's just that I've 
>>> noticed I have more of a "chore" view towards considering new adventures. I 
>>> look back at the level of effort and enthusiasm I used to put forth into 
>>> planning, prepping for, and successfully completing adventures and it tires 
>>> me out.
>>> 
>>> For me, I think it's a phase in life thing: kids moving on to start their 
>>> own lives, career, monotony, etc.
>>> Again, I've had a great life: much to be grateful and thankful for. I 
>>> resigned from a long-held position 4 months ago and have been intentionally 
>>> unemployed since, taking some time to refocus. I find the enthusiasm and 
>>> passion cups gradually refilling.
>>> 
>>> Anyways, I don't want to ramble on. But I felt compelled to reply. You're 
>>> not alone. It's a life philosophy tour. For me it's a lot about the 
>>> unsettled phase in life I find myself in and locating the desire/courage to 
>>> MAKE change in the interest of destroying monotony.
>>> 
>>> I never regret partaking in my hobbies: gravel rides, dirt biking, wing 
>>> shooting. I just get frustrated being the impediment to doing same.
>>> 
>>> Over the past few months, I get the feeling it's beginning pass, which is 
>>> welcome.
>>> 
>>> Best of luck my friend! Everyone has to deeply consider their own sources 
>>> and solutions. Force yourself to do what you KNOW you love. Recognition is 
>>> a great start! I'm getting better at conquering myself.
>>> 
>>> Best,
>>> 
>>> Scott in Montana 
>>> 
>>> On Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 11:52:57 AM MDT, Jay Lonner 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Over the years my cycling has increasingly tended toward commuting/utility. 
>>> Bike-centered vacations/tours remain on the menu, and are still very 
>>> enjoyable to me, but the day-in, day-out feels like a chore. Part of this 
>>> is seasonal — I have an easier time dealing with cool, wet conditions than 
>>> hot, sticky weather. So maybe this problem will solve itself with the 
>>> autumn rains imminent. But I’m wondering whether others ever get a case of 
>>> cycling burnout, and maybe have some tips to work through it.
>>> 
>>> Jay Lonner
>>> Bellingham, WA
>>> 
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Re: [RBW] Doldrums

[Richard Rose]

I am not immune to this. However, I have found a solution. For now at least. 
Retire & buy a new bike. I cannot stop smiling & I think at age 67 that I have 
never enjoyed riding more.

Sent from my iPhone

> On Sep 8, 2022, at 12:23 PM, Jay Lonner  wrote:
> 
> 
> It’s interesting to consider the age/phase of life angle. I’m 54, and I 
> recall seeing a graph some years ago about self-reported quality of life, 
> which hits a nadir in the early to mid 50’s before creeping back up. There’s 
> probably something to the “sandwich generation” phenomenon, which is to say 
> feeling squeezed by the needs of kids transitioning to adulthood on the one 
> hand, and aging parents on the other. 
> 
> It’s also true that I just don’t have the physical resilience that I used to 
> — my job requires long hours, with occasional overnight work. It takes me a 
> while to bounce back from a bad weekend of being on call. It makes it harder 
> to muster the activation energy to get on my bike and go for a ride, but I 
> almost always feel better when I do.
> 
> So no magic elixir to rebottle the enthusiasm and vigor I used to have, maybe 
> just a resigned yet optimistic acceptance of what this new phase of life has 
> to offer. I very likely am veering well off-topic with these sorts of 
> musings, but thanks for the replies and reassurance that I’m not alone in the 
> struggle.
> 
> Jay Lonner
> Bellingham, WA
> 
> Sent from my Atari 400
> 
>>> On Sep 7, 2022, at 4:10 PM, 'Scott Luly' via RBW Owners Bunch 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>> 
>> Jay:
>> 
>> I must say I found comfort in you sharing your state of doldrums. It's 
>> comforting knowing I'm not alone. I'm 53 and have been in same state for a 
>> few years now. It's unsettling. I have to really push to scare-up desire and 
>> passion towards hobbies/adventures that used to be abundant and readily 
>> available. I develop levels of self-frustration because I'm largely a 
>> content, happy person. That is to say, I have much to be thankful for and 
>> don't struggle to make ends meet. Before this spell I always found joy in 
>> the contagious nature of my enthusiasm towards my recreational activities. 
>> Where it went exactly, I don't know. Simply said, I'm not a depressive 
>> person, so it's not that. I'm a productive person. It's just that I've 
>> noticed I have more of a "chore" view towards considering new adventures. I 
>> look back at the level of effort and enthusiasm I used to put forth into 
>> planning, prepping for, and successfully completing adventures and it tires 
>> me out.
>> 
>> For me, I think it's a phase in life thing: kids moving on to start their 
>> own lives, career, monotony, etc.
>> Again, I've had a great life: much to be grateful and thankful for. I 
>> resigned from a long-held position 4 months ago and have been intentionally 
>> unemployed since, taking some time to refocus. I find the enthusiasm and 
>> passion cups gradually refilling.
>> 
>> Anyways, I don't want to ramble on. But I felt compelled to reply. You're 
>> not alone. It's a life philosophy tour. For me it's a lot about the 
>> unsettled phase in life I find myself in and locating the desire/courage to 
>> MAKE change in the interest of destroying monotony.
>> 
>> I never regret partaking in my hobbies: gravel rides, dirt biking, wing 
>> shooting. I just get frustrated being the impediment to doing same.
>> 
>> Over the past few months, I get the feeling it's beginning pass, which is 
>> welcome.
>> 
>> Best of luck my friend! Everyone has to deeply consider their own sources 
>> and solutions. Force yourself to do what you KNOW you love. Recognition is a 
>> great start! I'm getting better at conquering myself.
>> 
>> Best,
>> 
>> Scott in Montana 
>> 
>> On Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 11:52:57 AM MDT, Jay Lonner 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> Over the years my cycling has increasingly tended toward commuting/utility. 
>> Bike-centered vacations/tours remain on the menu, and are still very 
>> enjoyable to me, but the day-in, day-out feels like a chore. Part of this is 
>> seasonal — I have an easier time dealing with cool, wet conditions than hot, 
>> sticky weather. So maybe this problem will solve itself with the autumn 
>> rains imminent. But I’m wondering whether others ever get a case of cycling 
>> burnout, and maybe have some tips to work through it.
>> 
>> Jay Lonner
>> Bellingham, WA
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[RBW] Re: All Time Best Paint Color

[Joe Bernard]

"Is it cheating if I say the best is this one?"

It's not cheating if Grant makes Bicycle Belle Raspberry a production 
color. Put it on a 30th Anniversary Mixte, GP! 
On Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 11:07:20 AM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding 
Ding! wrote:

> [image: 5DB777E4-F431-416E-84F2-04154161C367.jpeg][image: 
> 20ACC827-BC28-4CC2-B0DB-890A2CC0F77D.jpeg]
>
> Is it cheating if I say the best is this one?
>
>
> On Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 11:27:35 AM UTC-4 jrst...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> I still like the early Rivendell blue frames, I’m also a sucker for a 
>> nice silver.  
>>
>> On Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 7:08:42 PM UTC-4 Keith P. wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> I've been going down the archive rabbit hole and am curious of the 
>>> bunch's thoughts (opinions).
>>>
>>> *What is the best factory Rivendell paint color to date?*
>>>
>>> Give me your hot takes - and photos if you've got 'em.
>>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] Doldrums

[Jay Lonner]

It’s interesting to consider the age/phase of life angle. I’m 54, and I recall 
seeing a graph some years ago about self-reported quality of life, which hits a 
nadir in the early to mid 50’s before creeping back up. There’s probably 
something to the “sandwich generation” phenomenon, which is to say feeling 
squeezed by the needs of kids transitioning to adulthood on the one hand, and 
aging parents on the other. 

It’s also true that I just don’t have the physical resilience that I used to — 
my job requires long hours, with occasional overnight work. It takes me a while 
to bounce back from a bad weekend of being on call. It makes it harder to 
muster the activation energy to get on my bike and go for a ride, but I almost 
always feel better when I do.

So no magic elixir to rebottle the enthusiasm and vigor I used to have, maybe 
just a resigned yet optimistic acceptance of what this new phase of life has to 
offer. I very likely am veering well off-topic with these sorts of musings, but 
thanks for the replies and reassurance that I’m not alone in the struggle.

Jay Lonner
Bellingham, WA

Sent from my Atari 400

> On Sep 7, 2022, at 4:10 PM, 'Scott Luly' via RBW Owners Bunch 
>  wrote:
> 
> Jay:
> 
> I must say I found comfort in you sharing your state of doldrums. It's 
> comforting knowing I'm not alone. I'm 53 and have been in same state for a 
> few years now. It's unsettling. I have to really push to scare-up desire and 
> passion towards hobbies/adventures that used to be abundant and readily 
> available. I develop levels of self-frustration because I'm largely a 
> content, happy person. That is to say, I have much to be thankful for and 
> don't struggle to make ends meet. Before this spell I always found joy in the 
> contagious nature of my enthusiasm towards my recreational activities. Where 
> it went exactly, I don't know. Simply said, I'm not a depressive person, so 
> it's not that. I'm a productive person. It's just that I've noticed I have 
> more of a "chore" view towards considering new adventures. I look back at the 
> level of effort and enthusiasm I used to put forth into planning, prepping 
> for, and successfully completing adventures and it tires me out.
> 
> For me, I think it's a phase in life thing: kids moving on to start their own 
> lives, career, monotony, etc.
> Again, I've had a great life: much to be grateful and thankful for. I 
> resigned from a long-held position 4 months ago and have been intentionally 
> unemployed since, taking some time to refocus. I find the enthusiasm and 
> passion cups gradually refilling.
> 
> Anyways, I don't want to ramble on. But I felt compelled to reply. You're not 
> alone. It's a life philosophy tour. For me it's a lot about the unsettled 
> phase in life I find myself in and locating the desire/courage to MAKE change 
> in the interest of destroying monotony.
> 
> I never regret partaking in my hobbies: gravel rides, dirt biking, wing 
> shooting. I just get frustrated being the impediment to doing same.
> 
> Over the past few months, I get the feeling it's beginning pass, which is 
> welcome.
> 
> Best of luck my friend! Everyone has to deeply consider their own sources and 
> solutions. Force yourself to do what you KNOW you love. Recognition is a 
> great start! I'm getting better at conquering myself.
> 
> Best,
> 
> Scott in Montana 
> 
> On Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 11:52:57 AM MDT, Jay Lonner 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> Over the years my cycling has increasingly tended toward commuting/utility. 
> Bike-centered vacations/tours remain on the menu, and are still very 
> enjoyable to me, but the day-in, day-out feels like a chore. Part of this is 
> seasonal — I have an easier time dealing with cool, wet conditions than hot, 
> sticky weather. So maybe this problem will solve itself with the autumn rains 
> imminent. But I’m wondering whether others ever get a case of cycling 
> burnout, and maybe have some tips to work through it.
> 
> Jay Lonner
> Bellingham, WA
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Re: [RBW] Doldrums

[Jay Lonner]

It’s interesting to consider the age/phase of life angle. I’m 54, and I recall 
seeing a graph some years ago about self-reported quality of life, which hits a 
nadir in the early to mid 50’s before creeping back up. There’s probably 
something to the “sandwich generation” phenomenon, which is to say feeling 
squeezed by the needs of kids transitioning to adulthood on the one hand, and 
aging parents on the other. 

It’s also true that I just don’t have the physical resilience that I used to — 
my job requires long hours, with occasional overnight work. It takes me a while 
to bounce back from a bad weekend of being on call. It makes it harder to 
muster the activation energy to get on my bike and go for a ride, but I almost 
always feel better when I do.

So no magic elixir to rebottle the enthusiasm and vigor I used to have, maybe 
just a resigned yet optimistic acceptance of what this new phase of life has to 
offer. I very likely am veering well off-topic with these sorts of musings, but 
thanks for the replies and reassurance that I’m not alone in the struggle.

Jay Lonner
Bellingham, WA

Sent from my Atari 400

> On Sep 7, 2022, at 4:10 PM, 'Scott Luly' via RBW Owners Bunch 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> Jay:
> 
> I must say I found comfort in you sharing your state of doldrums. It's 
> comforting knowing I'm not alone. I'm 53 and have been in same state for a 
> few years now. It's unsettling. I have to really push to scare-up desire and 
> passion towards hobbies/adventures that used to be abundant and readily 
> available. I develop levels of self-frustration because I'm largely a 
> content, happy person. That is to say, I have much to be thankful for and 
> don't struggle to make ends meet. Before this spell I always found joy in the 
> contagious nature of my enthusiasm towards my recreational activities. Where 
> it went exactly, I don't know. Simply said, I'm not a depressive person, so 
> it's not that. I'm a productive person. It's just that I've noticed I have 
> more of a "chore" view towards considering new adventures. I look back at the 
> level of effort and enthusiasm I used to put forth into planning, prepping 
> for, and successfully completing adventures and it tires me out.
> 
> For me, I think it's a phase in life thing: kids moving on to start their own 
> lives, career, monotony, etc.
> Again, I've had a great life: much to be grateful and thankful for. I 
> resigned from a long-held position 4 months ago and have been intentionally 
> unemployed since, taking some time to refocus. I find the enthusiasm and 
> passion cups gradually refilling.
> 
> Anyways, I don't want to ramble on. But I felt compelled to reply. You're not 
> alone. It's a life philosophy tour. For me it's a lot about the unsettled 
> phase in life I find myself in and locating the desire/courage to MAKE change 
> in the interest of destroying monotony.
> 
> I never regret partaking in my hobbies: gravel rides, dirt biking, wing 
> shooting. I just get frustrated being the impediment to doing same.
> 
> Over the past few months, I get the feeling it's beginning pass, which is 
> welcome.
> 
> Best of luck my friend! Everyone has to deeply consider their own sources and 
> solutions. Force yourself to do what you KNOW you love. Recognition is a 
> great start! I'm getting better at conquering myself.
> 
> Best,
> 
> Scott in Montana 
> 
> On Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 11:52:57 AM MDT, Jay Lonner 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> Over the years my cycling has increasingly tended toward commuting/utility. 
> Bike-centered vacations/tours remain on the menu, and are still very 
> enjoyable to me, but the day-in, day-out feels like a chore. Part of this is 
> seasonal — I have an easier time dealing with cool, wet conditions than hot, 
> sticky weather. So maybe this problem will solve itself with the autumn rains 
> imminent. But I’m wondering whether others ever get a case of cycling 
> burnout, and maybe have some tips to work through it.
> 
> Jay Lonner
> Bellingham, WA
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[RBW] Re: WTB: Albstache Bar

[Michael Ullmer]

Still looking, anyone holding?

On Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 8:11:13 AM UTC-5 Michael Ullmer wrote:

> My singlespeed Trek 520 is coming together nicely. It's currently set up 
> with some mustache bars which seem just a bit too narrow for me. Albastache 
> bars would be perfect, anyone have a pair? Happy to trade for some mustache 
> bars or just buy straight out.
>
> Thanks!
> Mike in Minneapolis
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: All Time Best Paint Color

[J S]

I still like the early Rivendell blue frames, I’m also a sucker for a nice 
silver.  

On Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 7:08:42 PM UTC-4 Keith P. wrote:

>
> I've been going down the archive rabbit hole and am curious of the bunch's 
> thoughts (opinions).
>
> *What is the best factory Rivendell paint color to date?*
>
> Give me your hot takes - and photos if you've got 'em.
>

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[RBW] WTB: some parts for my friend's new Roadini!

[Patch T]

Hi Bunch! I have the honor of building up my friend's Roadini. I made a 
budget based on his desires (mostly aesthetic) and my recommendations 
(mostly functional). If purchased brand new, we would be a little over what 
he was hoping to spend. So once again I'm here, asking if you have any of 
the following parts in used but working condition:

   - Nitto Fairweather m174aa in 42 or 44
   - 80mm Nitto Technomic or comparable
   - 9spd bar-end shifters - silver - *Frictionable*
   - Brown Brooks Professional, Team Pro, something with the larger rivets
   - VO 50.4 Grand Cru Crankset (or TA Cyclotouriste?)
   - VO Contructeur Front Rack, or comparable
   - All Silver/Polished Wheelset - 100/130, 32h, 9spd capable. Need not be 
   a featherweight but preferably not something too heavy-duty (ie 
   Cliffhangers)

Shipping, depending on part, will be to 11211 or 12526.

Thanks, as always, for your help!

Patch

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[RBW] Re: FS - Riv Bits - Silver 1 Shifters, Sun/SRAM Dynamo Wheel, Compass Snoqualmie Pass Tires, Rivet Saddle

[Huston]

All items are SOLD.  Thank you for your interest.

Huston
Lexington, KY

On Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 11:00:30 PM UTC-4 Huston wrote:

> Update #2.  Only the wheel remains.
>
> 1. Rivendell Silver 1 Shifters.  Shift levers are very clean.  Attachment 
> hardware shows a bit more wear.  Does not include bar end pods; however, 
> the stop washers that attach to the downtube bosses are included.  Plastic 
> washers are not cracked (as they often are).  *SOLD*.
>
>
> 2. Dynamo Wheel.  700c dynamo wheel with Sun CR18 36h rim.  The hub is a 
> SRAM I-Light D7 series.  For a used wheel, the hub is quite clean.  Rim 
> shows a bit of wear.  Includes QR skewer.  This would be a good wheel for 
> giving dynamo lighting a whirl.  $75.00 plus shipping.  Box is 26x26x7.
>
> 3. Compass/Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass tires (2).  700c x 44.  Standard 
> casing.  Lightly used.  Rear tire shows a little tread wear; front tire 
> shows minimal wear.  The tires were run with tubes, so they are clean on 
> the inside.  *SOLD*.
>
> 4. Rivet "The Imogene" saddle.  Chrome rails.  Used but clean with a few 
> light marks on the leather.  These have a listed width of 175mm.  *SOLD*.
>
> Huston
> Lexington, KY
>
> On Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 8:41:49 PM UTC-4 Huston wrote:
>
>> Update:
>>
>> 1. Rivendell Silver 1 Shifters.  Shift levers are very clean.  Attachment 
>> hardware shows a bit more wear.  Does not include bar end pods; however, 
>> the stop washers that attach to the downtube bosses are included.  Plastic 
>> washers are not cracked (as they often are).  $50.00 shipped to CONUS.
>>
>> 2. Dynamo Wheel.  700c dynamo wheel with Sun CR18 36h rim.  The hub is a 
>> SRAM I-Light D7 series.  For a used wheel, the hub is quite clean.  Rim 
>> shows a bit of wear.  Includes QR skewer.  This would be a good wheel for 
>> giving dynamo lighting a whirl.  $75.00 plus shipping.  Box is 26x26x7.
>>
>> 3. Compass/Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass tires (2).  700c x 44.  Standard 
>> casing.  Lightly used.  Rear tire shows a little tread wear; front tire 
>> shows minimal wear.  The tires were run with tubes, so they are clean on 
>> the inside.  *SOLD*.
>>
>> 4. Rivet "The Imogene" saddle.  Chrome rails.  Used but clean with a few 
>> light marks on the leather.  These have a listed width of 175mm.  $100 
>> shipped to CONUS.
>>
>> Huston
>> Lexington, KY
>>
>> On Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 12:23:58 PM UTC-4 Huston wrote:
>>
>>> Greetings,
>>>
>>> I'm in the process of overhauling a new-to-me Rivendell and have some 
>>> Riv (or Riv-ish) items for sale.  Photos are available here 
>>> 
>>> .
>>>
>>> 1.  Rivendell Silver 1 Shifters.  Shift levers are very clean. 
>>>  Attachment hardware shows a bit more wear.  Does not include bar end pods; 
>>> however, the stop washers that attach to the downtube bosses are included. 
>>>  Plastic washers are not cracked (as they often are).  $50.00 shipped to 
>>> CONUS.
>>>
>>> 2. Dynamo Wheel.  700c dynamo wheel with Sun CR18 36h rim.  The hub is a 
>>> SRAM I-Light D7 series.  For a used wheel, the hub is quite clean.  Rim 
>>> shows a bit of wear.  Includes QR skewer.  This would be a good wheel for 
>>> giving dynamo lighting a whirl.  $75.00 plus shipping.  Box is 26x26x7.
>>>
>>> 3. Compass/Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass tires (2).  700c x 44.  Standard 
>>> casing.  Lightly used.  Rear tire shows a little tread wear; front tire 
>>> shows minimal wear.  The tires were run with tubes, so they are clean on 
>>> the inside.  $85.00 shipped to CONUS.
>>>
>>> 4. Rivet "The Imogene" saddle.  Chrome rails.  Used but clean with a few 
>>> light marks on the leather.  These have a listed width of 175mm.  $100 
>>> shipped to CONUS.
>>>
>>> Thanks for looking.  Please send a PM if you are interested.  I will 
>>> update the list as items are sold.
>>>
>>> Huston
>>> Lexington, KY
>>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] All Time Best Paint Color

[Eric Daume]

No one’s going to mention the grey and red Hunq color? That’s a great
scheme.

Though for most iconic, I have to say Riv blue. It seems like it was the
color featured in all of the original pictures.

Eric


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>
> I've been going down the archive rabbit hole and am curious of the bunch's
> thoughts (opinions).
>
> *What is the best factory Rivendell paint color to date?*
>
> Give me your hot takes - and photos if you've got 'em.
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[RBW] Re: WTB 47-49cm Saluki or Bleriot

['John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Brian

Just remember a Waterford AHH in 650B is essentially the same as a Saluki 
(per the RBW literature/statements) and maybe more available since they 
were around longer.

The 650B AHH-MUSA were in 47cm and 50cm frames and the 50 has 1cm shorter 
effective TTL than a 47 (per the 2017 RBW geo charts, 53cm on the 50 and 
54cm on the 47, due to 1° slacker STA on the 47 & both have the same HTA), 
so if Reach is your concern, a 50 would be better.   There maybe more 50s 
AHH-MUSA out there than 47's. You may want to compare the geometries of the 
Saluki and 650B AHH-MUSA to confirm.

John Hawrylak
Woodstown NJ

On Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 9:16:23 PM UTC-4 bridav...@gmail.com 
wrote:

> Hi- I'm on a quest to find 47cm Saluki or 49cm Bleriot frame set out 
> there...My PBH is 75cm. preferably old geometry & 650B set up.  I know it 
> is fat chance to find one out there, especially small sizes. Hit me up if 
> you know anyone who may have one for sale. 
>
> Thanks,
> Brian M 
> Wilmington NC 
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[RBW] Re: I'm curious about the very early, blue Bombadil prototype

[Garth]

The Bomadil Prototype and introduction said it was a 650B mountain bike. 
This changed for production and I think the 56 and on up were double TT, 
with the 60 and on up were 700c. The thing about all of Riv's production 
frame is that there are often unannounced changes with each new batch, and 
with a different build location. So yeah, the Proto and production frames 
are different in some ways but the fundamental ride quality did not. That's 
what proto frames are for, to test out things before full production. I 
bought that very black Bomba from Marty and repainted it a long time ago 
and I was so glad it had 700c wheels. It was made my Waterford.  
On Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 7:25:35 PM UTC-4 Cyclofiend Jim wrote:

> Never actually saw that bike blue bike in person.That was definitely an 
> early proto. The photo was in DirtRag Mag (print version), so you know 
> there was a delay for printing.
>
> The specifics definitely changed from that. IIRC, the bike had 
> fundamentally changed even before that article ran.
>
> This has 2 sizes of the the clear coat version - 
> http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2008/cc452-bombadilproto0208.html
> A 52 and a 60 from February 2008 at RBWHQ - I think that was pretty 
> close to the dimensions in the one you shared. It did have the single top 
> tube, which was changed before production. 
>
> This early aught-nine version (with swept-back bars, mind you...) had the 
> 2TT.
> http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2009/cc626-martygierke0309.html
>
> Gino was riding a proto in 2008 which had the 2TT
>
> http://chicogino.blogspot.com/2008/05/rivendell-bombadil-my-two-week-fling.html
>
> J
>
> On Monday, September 5, 2022 at 6:22:27 PM UTC-7 Chris L wrote:
>
>> I think the only images I've seen of the blue Bombadil prototype is from 
>> an article posted on the Cyclofiend website.  
>>
>> Does anyone here own that bike?  Anyone know what size it was (52cm, 
>> 56cm, other???)
>>
>> Was it the same basic geometry as the clear coated bikes?  
>>
>> [image: Bombadil.jpg]
>>
>

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Re: [RBW] Stripping Black Parts and Burnishing

[lconley]

You cannot fit a normal 250mm seat post in this tumbler drum. That would 
require a tumbler drum about twice as wide. The longest of the parts of the 
stem barely fit on a diagonal. The interior width is only 6-1/2 inches 
(165mm). There are some YouTube videos about people who make larger drums 
and tumblers at home. Not sure how big you can buy non-commercial tumblers.

Tried stripping some black Shimano bar end pods yesterday. They laughed at 
the EasyOff. Must be powder coated, or something else, but not anodized.

Laing

On Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 7:10:26 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Thanks for the added information. I'm tempted to go out and buy one and 
> start tumbling things, but should doubtless reign in my enthusiasm until a 
> time of real need. I do have a black-anodized seatpost that is scratched in 
> many places that would probably turn out well from this treatment ... a 
> couple of stems or seatposts tumbled from black to silver would cover the 
> investment.
>
> Patrick "I wonder why you need to polish used brass bullet cartridges 
> ...???" Moore, who also has momentary enthusiasms for taking up black 
> powder shooting.
>
> On Mon, Sep 5, 2022 at 9:45 AM lconley  wrote:
>
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Re: [RBW] All Time Best Paint Color

[Eric Marth]

J J those are some great Glorious pics which I immediately saved. I love 
the raw finish with brass brazing. 

That pea sage is great!

On Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 2:10:57 AM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:

> That pea sage is so sweet, there's an All Rounder that color on Ebay 
> right now. 
>
> On Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 11:07:12 PM UTC-7 Robert Tilley wrote:
>
>> The Rambouillet orange has to be the top for me.  Not really a standard 
>> paint but the pea sage was a common color for customs in the past. I though 
>> that color looked great with the cream head tube paint. Third would be the 
>> light blue metallic that was also a common color on customs. 
>>
>> Here are two of mine:
>>
>> [image: image0.jpeg][image: image1.jpeg]
>>
>> Robert Tilley
>> San Diego, CA
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Sep 7, 2022, at 4:08 PM, Keith P.  wrote:
>>
>> 
>>
>>
>> I've been going down the archive rabbit hole and am curious of the 
>> bunch's thoughts (opinions).
>>
>> *What is the best factory Rivendell paint color to date?*
>>
>> Give me your hot takes - and photos if you've got 'em.
>>
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Re: [RBW] All Time Best Paint Color

[Joe Bernard]

That pea sage is so sweet, there's an All Rounder that color on Ebay 
right now. 

On Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 11:07:12 PM UTC-7 Robert Tilley wrote:

> The Rambouillet orange has to be the top for me.  Not really a standard 
> paint but the pea sage was a common color for customs in the past. I though 
> that color looked great with the cream head tube paint. Third would be the 
> light blue metallic that was also a common color on customs. 
>
> Here are two of mine:
>
> [image: image0.jpeg][image: image1.jpeg]
>
> Robert Tilley
> San Diego, CA
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Sep 7, 2022, at 4:08 PM, Keith P.  wrote:
>
> 
>
>
> I've been going down the archive rabbit hole and am curious of the bunch's 
> thoughts (opinions).
>
> *What is the best factory Rivendell paint color to date?*
>
> Give me your hot takes - and photos if you've got 'em.
>
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