[RBW] Re: Los Angeles Ride Saturday October 1st

[velomann]

I have no idea if your ride could be synced with the other LA event, But 
Saturday, October 1st is International Coffee Day and Ride With GPS is 
coordinating a number of Coffee Outside rides (with coffee-themed prizes) 
in 20 cities, including LA. Link is 
here: https://www.rwgpscoffeeoutside.com/  including interactive map and 
RSVP sign-up. 
I designed and am helping lead the Portland ride - so for anyone in PDX 
area reading this, we're meeting at Laurelhurst Park near the duck pond at 
8, and riding to Luuwit View Park for coffee at (approximately) 9AM. 
Multiple Rivs guaranteed in attendance.

Mike M

On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 5:17:27 PM UTC-7 bunny...@gmail.com wrote:

> Hello Riv List. I often plan rides for my non-racing bike friends. Many of 
> them are Riv riders and a few even post here. This Saturday I"m doing a 
> fun, casual ride around L.A. to eat donuts, talk music, and nerd out on 
> bicycles. The description I posted to my friends is below. Thanks!
>
> --
>
> I love donuts. I love bikes. Let's do both! I've planned a mostly flat, 
> casual ride, but there are a couple of little climbs thrown in because it's 
> L.A. and you can't avoid it.
>
> Saturday October 1st. 9:00 am.
> Ms. Donut.
> 1353 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
>
> Meet up at Ms. Donut for the first snack.
> We then ride to the river path (first climb to get there) and stop by La 
> Colombe if anyone wants good coffee.
> After that it's up to Eagle Rock to Colorado Donut.
> Next is a sharp climb, a fast descent, and a stop at Donut Friend for any 
> vegan needs.
> Then a cruise AROUND Mt. Washington (not over), through Chinatown, and 
> landing at Donut Man (or whatever else you want) at Grand Central Market.
> Then back to the start.
>
> I'm going to promote this ride to the Rivendell owner's list. Really, ride 
> any bike you want and wear whatever you want. All are welcome. Still, if 
> you are fortunate enough to own more than one bike, I encourage riding your 
> steel frame, flat pedal, easy-going commuter bike.
>
> A few pieces of advice.
>
>- Parking can be annoying if you plan to drive to the ride. You're 
>welcome to meet at my place at 8:30 and ride down with me. Text me for 
>details if you need them. 
>- There is also no bathroom at the start. There's a McDonald's across 
>the street, though. 
>- It's probably a good idea to bring a lock on this ride. 
>- At least one donut shop is Cash Only.
>
> Strava Event: https://www.strava.com/clubs/303280/group_events/1251872
> Strava Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3009362240178879004
>
> See you Saturday!
> Ben
> 510-543-6407 <(510)%20543-6407>   
>

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[RBW] Re: Ride report: Blue Ridge loop

[Chris Buzzini]

Oh wow, great report, Eric! Thanks for sharing it. I'm with everyone else 
when I say it made me want to hop on the bike and go for a long one.
On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 1:13:42 PM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote:

> Good points, brokebike! I was a bit loopy getting out the door that 
> morning :) 
>
> On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 2:34:02 PM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Re: the Nano Puff, I currently own two jackets (hooded and non-hooded), 
>> and the vest. I've long considered the Nano Puff hoodie to be one of the 
>> best, most essential pieces of outdoor gear I have ever owned. That said, I 
>> cannot ride in one, or do anything strenuous in one for very long... even 
>> in sub-freezing temps. I overheat too much and it becomes unbearable. To 
>> me, they really shine as a lightweight, windblocking warmth layer for 
>> general outdoor use, especially hanging out around camp. Usually that over 
>> a merino t-shirt or baselayer is all I need even in winter. I always have 
>> one with me on outdoor activities October through April (Kentucky weather), 
>> but I just don't wear it when exerting myself.
>>
>> On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 1:14:47 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Thank you, Junes! On my ride today I was thinking I should have stopped 
>>> to take photos of the road surfaces, could be interesting to share with the 
>>> group. But with all the climbing I was discouraged from stopping. 
>>>
>>> J — I forget that synthetic and natural down layers are for keeping you 
>>> warm while you're still (or maybe descending). Reading your comment I'm now 
>>> reminded. DM me and maybe we can connect for a ride :) 
>>>
>>> On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 12:58:38 PM UTC-4 J wrote:
>>>
 Great ride report Eric, looks like a lovely time. I'm just one state 
 over from you and would totally make the trip to accompany you on a ride. 
 I've have not been very impressed with my Patagonia Nano Puff. It's not 
 great for physical activities. 

 On Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 2:22:49 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com 
 wrote:

> Blue Ridge ramble
> 23 September 2022
> 82 miles, 8,300 feet
>
> Taken with Ray Hosler’s accounts of long rides in the Sierras riddled 
> with fire roads, trespassing and lots of climbing I’ve been looking for a 
> way to attempt something similar in my part of the world. Unfortunately 
> getting out to the mountains relative to where I live requires at least 
> three hours of driving. That creates enough friction that I can’t manage 
> it 
> every weekend. I do wonder what kind of riding shape I’d be in with easy 
> mountain access. 
>
> I’ve been investigating paper maps, Google maps and Strava maps 
> looking for alternate routes and roads with an aim towards avoiding 
> highways and roads well travelled. While I couldn’t find any confirmation 
> that certain roads connected to others while remaining passable by bike I 
> felt confident enough to try and make a loop. My original charted course 
> was 125 miles, combining a new untested loop with an old, familiar one. 
>
> It seems that fall is on the way. The humidity has tapered off and 
> we’ve had some lovely weather. Some days in the mid 70s and perfect, 
> others 
> in the high 80s and still quite nice. The forecast for my ride predicted 
> a 
> low of 48º in the morning with temperatures climbing to the mid 60s. This 
> might sound just about perfect for a day out with lots of climbing but 
> there was some unpleasant wind. With surface winds at 14mph and gusts up 
> to 
> 28mph I would later find myself freezing. 
>
> I prepared for the trip over the course of the week, making lists of 
> what to bring along. There are stores and even restaurants along the 
> route 
> but I didn’t want to rely on them for all of my food and water. I brought 
> along more than I needed. 
>
> I stuffed my Fab’s Chest with all of the below. 
>
> For food: A bag of peanut butter pretzel nuggets; an 85% chocolate 
> bar; a blend of walnuts, coconut flakes and pumpkin seeds; a peanut 
> butter, 
> honey, coconut, salt and banana sandwich with shaved chocolate; and a 
> stainless container with a handful of salad greens, half an avocado, a 
> soft 
> boiled egg, walnuts, a carrot and a tin of mackerel. 
>
> Gear: A bag with spare front and rear lights, a power pack for lights, 
> phone and GPS. A spare tire (I’m still getting comfortable running my RH 
> extralights). Hand sanitizer, wipes. Two bandanas. Paper map of the area, 
> printed route instructions. Tool kit with Crank Bros multi tool, spare 
> tube, patch kit, tire levers. 
>
> The weather forecast left me confused. Getting ready at 4:00AM I 
> decided on a wool baselayer and a Patagonia Nano Puff. I wore my torn up 

Re: [RBW] My new 2021 Rivendell CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER bicycle

[Kim Hetzel]

Hi Richard,

Thank-you for sharing exactly where you are located in Ohio.

I want to get a double - legged Pletscher kick stand in silver sometime 
down the road for my Clem. I had one on my Salsa LHT. It was really nice. 

Enjoy.

Kim Hetzel
Yelm, WA.

On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 3:06:30 PM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:

> Ohio, yes. Toledo specifically. The Masi and other road bike pics are of 
> bikes in my temporary custody. I am trying to sell them for a deceased 
> friends daughters. The Masi did sell.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Sep 26, 2022, at 2:57 PM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
>
> 
>
> Hi Richard,
>
> I thank-you so much for sharing a picture of your Clem Smith Jr. "L" 
> bicycle with the option of seeing more on your Instagram account. It is 
> very comforting to know that we are both seniors and share the expressions 
> of comfort and love of this bicycle in many ways. You have experience it 
> more so than I have. I have yet to discover these qualities and/or 
> capabilities of this bike down the road as I ride it more. I thank-you for 
> the reassurance. 
>
> What double-legged kickstand do you have on your Clem ?  a Hebie ?
>
> That MASI... Wow, what a bike !  I remember those.
>
> Are you in Ohio ?
>
> Kim Hetzel
> Yelm, WA
>
>
>
>
>
> On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 6:04:42 AM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Do I have pictures to share? Ha! Check out my Instagram; richard_m_rose. 
>> Here is a sample.
>> I have not done any “rough stuff” but have done a lot of gravel, 
>> hardpack, crushed limestone & mild singletrack. This bike handles it all 
>> with grace & aplomb. 9 months & 2,500 miles and it never stops amazing me. 
>> Bosco, B67 & 48mm Gravelking SS tires set up tubeless. It’s a comfortable, 
>> confidence inspiring ride every time out. Also did a 6 day loaded 
>> bikepacking tour. It was the perfect riding / camping companion.
>> [image: image0.jpeg]
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Sep 26, 2022, at 8:50 AM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
>>
>> 
>>
>> Hi rmro,
>>
>> I turned 67 this past April.  
>> I have yet to take it off road and find out what type of animal it is; 
>> meaning how it handles.
>> Have you taken your Clem off road ?
>> I am growing to love it more and more each time I ride it.
>> What color is your Clem Jr. L ? 
>> Do you have pictures to share ?
>>
>> Thank-you.
>>
>> Kim Hetzel
>> Yelm, WA.
>>
>> https://i.imgur.com/vIsFEtW.jpg
>> https://i.imgur.com/LXzlx2J.jpg
>> https://i.imgur.com/J9syqXo.jpg
>>
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[RBW] Re: FS Stem: Nitto Fillet FacePlater -Quill - 25.4 (CR60-3F) 60mm

[Lyman Labry]

Hello all,
Deleting this posting.
Thanks

On Mon, Sep 26, 2022 at 1:56 PM Lyman Labry  wrote:

> I goofed ordering this sexy Nitto stem without really thinking the process
> through.  It just arrived from Rivendell and is in un-opened plastic
> sleeve. I can’t use it.  Maybe it can be returned but maybe someone is in
> need of this beautiful example of Nitto craftsmanship?  Thanks,
> Lyman in ATX
>

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[RBW] Los Angeles Ride Saturday October 1st

[Ben Adrian]

Hello Riv List. I often plan rides for my non-racing bike friends. Many of 
them are Riv riders and a few even post here. This Saturday I"m doing a 
fun, casual ride around L.A. to eat donuts, talk music, and nerd out on 
bicycles. The description I posted to my friends is below. Thanks!

--

I love donuts. I love bikes. Let's do both! I've planned a mostly flat, 
casual ride, but there are a couple of little climbs thrown in because it's 
L.A. and you can't avoid it.

Saturday October 1st. 9:00 am.
Ms. Donut.
1353 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Meet up at Ms. Donut for the first snack.
We then ride to the river path (first climb to get there) and stop by La 
Colombe if anyone wants good coffee.
After that it's up to Eagle Rock to Colorado Donut.
Next is a sharp climb, a fast descent, and a stop at Donut Friend for any 
vegan needs.
Then a cruise AROUND Mt. Washington (not over), through Chinatown, and 
landing at Donut Man (or whatever else you want) at Grand Central Market.
Then back to the start.

I'm going to promote this ride to the Rivendell owner's list. Really, ride 
any bike you want and wear whatever you want. All are welcome. Still, if 
you are fortunate enough to own more than one bike, I encourage riding your 
steel frame, flat pedal, easy-going commuter bike.

A few pieces of advice.

   - Parking can be annoying if you plan to drive to the ride. You're 
   welcome to meet at my place at 8:30 and ride down with me. Text me for 
   details if you need them. 
   - There is also no bathroom at the start. There's a McDonald's across 
   the street, though. 
   - It's probably a good idea to bring a lock on this ride. 
   - At least one donut shop is Cash Only.
   
Strava Event: https://www.strava.com/clubs/303280/group_events/1251872
Strava Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3009362240178879004

See you Saturday!
Ben
510-543-6407   

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Re: [RBW] My new 2021 Rivendell CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER bicycle

[Richard Rose]

It’s a Pletscher stand. It’s really handy - and I hate kickstands. Or I thought 
I did.:)

Sent from my iPhone

> On Sep 26, 2022, at 2:57 PM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi Richard,
> 
> I thank-you so much for sharing a picture of your Clem Smith Jr. "L" bicycle 
> with the option of seeing more on your Instagram account. It is very 
> comforting to know that we are both seniors and share the expressions of 
> comfort and love of this bicycle in many ways. You have experience it more so 
> than I have. I have yet to discover these qualities and/or capabilities of 
> this bike down the road as I ride it more. I thank-you for the reassurance. 
> 
> What double-legged kickstand do you have on your Clem ?  a Hebie ?
> 
> That MASI... Wow, what a bike !  I remember those.
> 
> Are you in Ohio ?
> 
> Kim Hetzel
> Yelm, WA
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>> On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 6:04:42 AM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:
>> Do I have pictures to share? Ha! Check out my Instagram; richard_m_rose. 
>> Here is a sample.
>> I have not done any “rough stuff” but have done a lot of gravel, hardpack, 
>> crushed limestone & mild singletrack. This bike handles it all with grace & 
>> aplomb. 9 months & 2,500 miles and it never stops amazing me. Bosco, B67 & 
>> 48mm Gravelking SS tires set up tubeless. It’s a comfortable, confidence 
>> inspiring ride every time out. Also did a 6 day loaded bikepacking tour. It 
>> was the perfect riding / camping companion.
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
 On Sep 26, 2022, at 8:50 AM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
 
>>> 
>> 
>>> Hi rmro,
>>> 
>>> I turned 67 this past April.  
>>> I have yet to take it off road and find out what type of animal it is; 
>>> meaning how it handles.
>>> Have you taken your Clem off road ?
>>> I am growing to love it more and more each time I ride it.
>>> What color is your Clem Jr. L ? 
>>> Do you have pictures to share ?
>>> 
>>> Thank-you.
>>> 
>>> Kim Hetzel
>>> Yelm, WA.
>>> 
>>> https://i.imgur.com/vIsFEtW.jpg
>>> https://i.imgur.com/LXzlx2J.jpg
>>> https://i.imgur.com/J9syqXo.jpg
>>> 
>>> 
>> 
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Re: [RBW] My new 2021 Rivendell CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER bicycle

[Richard Rose]

Ohio, yes. Toledo specifically. The Masi and other road bike pics are of bikes 
in my temporary custody. I am trying to sell them for a deceased friends 
daughters. The Masi did sell.

Sent from my iPhone

> On Sep 26, 2022, at 2:57 PM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi Richard,
> 
> I thank-you so much for sharing a picture of your Clem Smith Jr. "L" bicycle 
> with the option of seeing more on your Instagram account. It is very 
> comforting to know that we are both seniors and share the expressions of 
> comfort and love of this bicycle in many ways. You have experience it more so 
> than I have. I have yet to discover these qualities and/or capabilities of 
> this bike down the road as I ride it more. I thank-you for the reassurance. 
> 
> What double-legged kickstand do you have on your Clem ?  a Hebie ?
> 
> That MASI... Wow, what a bike !  I remember those.
> 
> Are you in Ohio ?
> 
> Kim Hetzel
> Yelm, WA
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>> On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 6:04:42 AM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:
>> Do I have pictures to share? Ha! Check out my Instagram; richard_m_rose. 
>> Here is a sample.
>> I have not done any “rough stuff” but have done a lot of gravel, hardpack, 
>> crushed limestone & mild singletrack. This bike handles it all with grace & 
>> aplomb. 9 months & 2,500 miles and it never stops amazing me. Bosco, B67 & 
>> 48mm Gravelking SS tires set up tubeless. It’s a comfortable, confidence 
>> inspiring ride every time out. Also did a 6 day loaded bikepacking tour. It 
>> was the perfect riding / camping companion.
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
 On Sep 26, 2022, at 8:50 AM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
 
>>> 
>> 
>>> Hi rmro,
>>> 
>>> I turned 67 this past April.  
>>> I have yet to take it off road and find out what type of animal it is; 
>>> meaning how it handles.
>>> Have you taken your Clem off road ?
>>> I am growing to love it more and more each time I ride it.
>>> What color is your Clem Jr. L ? 
>>> Do you have pictures to share ?
>>> 
>>> Thank-you.
>>> 
>>> Kim Hetzel
>>> Yelm, WA.
>>> 
>>> https://i.imgur.com/vIsFEtW.jpg
>>> https://i.imgur.com/LXzlx2J.jpg
>>> https://i.imgur.com/J9syqXo.jpg
>>> 
>>> 
>> 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Do you Rapid Rise? (Share pics and thoughts)

[J J]

Thanks for sending the excerpts, Eric! Super interesting to read Grant’s 
thoughts so early on. That was the seed that led to him to the wild idea of 
designing and then manufacturing his own low normal RDs.

On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 4:10:07 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote:

> I was reading some Rivendell Readers this weekend and encountered a few 
> mentions of Rapid Rise mechs. Interesting to see Grant's takes when Rapid 
> Rise was new and in production. 
>
> These are from RR 33 (Fall 2004) and RR 22 (Winter 2001). 
>
> [image: IMG_2712 2.jpg]
>
> [image: IMG_2711 2.jpg]
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[RBW] Re: FS Stem: Nitto Fillet FacePlater -Quill - 25.4 (CR60-3F) 60mm

[Lyman Labry]

$148.00

On Mon, Sep 26, 2022 at 1:56 PM Lyman Labry  wrote:

> I goofed ordering this sexy Nitto stem without really thinking the process
> through.  It just arrived from Rivendell and is in un-opened plastic
> sleeve. I can’t use it.  Maybe it can be returned but maybe someone is in
> need of this beautiful example of Nitto craftsmanship?  Thanks,
> Lyman in ATX
>

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Re: [RBW] WTB/ISO: Nitto Technomic Deluxe

[Todd G]

I specified in the first post, but looking for a 26mm clamp.


On Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 2:17:54 PM UTC-7 Todd G wrote:

> Bumping this thread again. After running a 100mm for a month or so, I 
> think I’d like to try a 90mm Technomic Deluxe. 
>
> If you’ve got one that you’d like to move along please message offline. 
> FWIW, every now and then Gmail sends group messages to the spam folder, so 
> if I don’t respond within a day or so, don’t hesitate to shoot me another 
> message or reply here. Thanks!
>
> On Sunday, August 21, 2022 at 11:34:48 AM UTC-7 lug...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Call it $40 USD plus shipping 
>>
>> peter stock
>> toronto canada
>>
>> On Sun., Aug. 21, 2022, 2:30 p.m. Peter Stock,  wrote:
>>
>>> In fact my 80mm Technomic stem is stamped  26.0.
>>> My error.
>>> Does this help?
>>>
>>> peter stock
>>> toronto canada
>>>
>>> On Fri., Aug. 19, 2022, 8:21 p.m. James,  wrote:
>>>
 I am interested!  I can always use a shim to fit a 25.4, but can't move 
 up from 25.4 to 26

 On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 6:59:57 PM UTC-4 lug...@gmail.com wrote:

> i've got an 80mm. but I have it catalogued as 25.4
> if it's interesting, I'll double check that clamp diam tomorrow.
>
> Peter Stock
> Toronto, Canada
>
>
> On Fri, Aug 19, 2022 at 5:52 PM James  wrote:
>
>> A lotta stems floating around here and it seems like OP got their 
>> needs met.  I'll try my luck for a tallux, 80mm with a 26mm clamp.  PM 
>> me 
>> if you've got one you want to sell
>> On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 4:04:33 PM UTC-4 phoen...@gmail.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Hi everyone, I was able to source a 100mmm stem locally. Thus far, 
>>> the 100 feels good so I think that I’ll run it for now. If I need to go 
>>> shorter I’ll bump this thread. 
>>>
>>> Thanks for all of the offers, what a great group!
>>>
>>> Todd
>>>
>>> On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 10:53:25 AM UTC-7 lug...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 I have a Technomic in 80 length. maybe too short.
 but I have it listed as having a 25.4 clamp diameter. But I could 
 check that.
 let me know if you are set or if an 80 could help.
 Peter
 Peter Stock
 Toronto, Canada


 On Thu, Aug 18, 2022 at 4:44 PM Todd G  wrote:

> Hi Seth, thanks for the offer! I’m wanting to bring the reach in a 
> little bit, so I’m looking for a 90 or 100 Deluxe at this point. GLWS!
>
> On Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 11:45:55 AM UTC-7 Seth wrote:
>
>> I have a 120mm still in the package and unopened if you decide 
>> you want a bit more reach. 
>>
>>
>>
>> On Wed, Aug 17, 2022 at 1:54 PM Todd G  
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Looking for a 90 or 100mm Technomic Deluxe or NP stem with a 
>>> 26mm clamp. Doesn’t need to be pristine, but does need to be in 
>>> nice shape. 
>>>
>>> Please let me know if you have one or both to part with, Thanks!
>>>
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Re: [RBW] WTB/ISO: Nitto Technomic Deluxe

[Todd G]

Also open to a 90mm Pearl. I don’t necessarily need the longer quill of the 
Technomics, so If you have a Pearl that would work out just fine. 

On Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 2:17:54 PM UTC-7 Todd G wrote:

> Bumping this thread again. After running a 100mm for a month or so, I 
> think I’d like to try a 90mm Technomic Deluxe. 
>
> If you’ve got one that you’d like to move along please message offline. 
> FWIW, every now and then Gmail sends group messages to the spam folder, so 
> if I don’t respond within a day or so, don’t hesitate to shoot me another 
> message or reply here. Thanks!
>
> On Sunday, August 21, 2022 at 11:34:48 AM UTC-7 lug...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Call it $40 USD plus shipping 
>>
>> peter stock
>> toronto canada
>>
>> On Sun., Aug. 21, 2022, 2:30 p.m. Peter Stock,  wrote:
>>
>>> In fact my 80mm Technomic stem is stamped  26.0.
>>> My error.
>>> Does this help?
>>>
>>> peter stock
>>> toronto canada
>>>
>>> On Fri., Aug. 19, 2022, 8:21 p.m. James,  wrote:
>>>
 I am interested!  I can always use a shim to fit a 25.4, but can't move 
 up from 25.4 to 26

 On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 6:59:57 PM UTC-4 lug...@gmail.com wrote:

> i've got an 80mm. but I have it catalogued as 25.4
> if it's interesting, I'll double check that clamp diam tomorrow.
>
> Peter Stock
> Toronto, Canada
>
>
> On Fri, Aug 19, 2022 at 5:52 PM James  wrote:
>
>> A lotta stems floating around here and it seems like OP got their 
>> needs met.  I'll try my luck for a tallux, 80mm with a 26mm clamp.  PM 
>> me 
>> if you've got one you want to sell
>> On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 4:04:33 PM UTC-4 phoen...@gmail.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Hi everyone, I was able to source a 100mmm stem locally. Thus far, 
>>> the 100 feels good so I think that I’ll run it for now. If I need to go 
>>> shorter I’ll bump this thread. 
>>>
>>> Thanks for all of the offers, what a great group!
>>>
>>> Todd
>>>
>>> On Friday, August 19, 2022 at 10:53:25 AM UTC-7 lug...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 I have a Technomic in 80 length. maybe too short.
 but I have it listed as having a 25.4 clamp diameter. But I could 
 check that.
 let me know if you are set or if an 80 could help.
 Peter
 Peter Stock
 Toronto, Canada


 On Thu, Aug 18, 2022 at 4:44 PM Todd G  wrote:

> Hi Seth, thanks for the offer! I’m wanting to bring the reach in a 
> little bit, so I’m looking for a 90 or 100 Deluxe at this point. GLWS!
>
> On Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 11:45:55 AM UTC-7 Seth wrote:
>
>> I have a 120mm still in the package and unopened if you decide 
>> you want a bit more reach. 
>>
>>
>>
>> On Wed, Aug 17, 2022 at 1:54 PM Todd G  
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Looking for a 90 or 100mm Technomic Deluxe or NP stem with a 
>>> 26mm clamp. Doesn’t need to be pristine, but does need to be in 
>>> nice shape. 
>>>
>>> Please let me know if you have one or both to part with, Thanks!
>>>
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[RBW] Re: Ride report: Blue Ridge loop

[Eric Marth]

Good points, brokebike! I was a bit loopy getting out the door that morning 
:) 

On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 2:34:02 PM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote:

> Re: the Nano Puff, I currently own two jackets (hooded and non-hooded), 
> and the vest. I've long considered the Nano Puff hoodie to be one of the 
> best, most essential pieces of outdoor gear I have ever owned. That said, I 
> cannot ride in one, or do anything strenuous in one for very long... even 
> in sub-freezing temps. I overheat too much and it becomes unbearable. To 
> me, they really shine as a lightweight, windblocking warmth layer for 
> general outdoor use, especially hanging out around camp. Usually that over 
> a merino t-shirt or baselayer is all I need even in winter. I always have 
> one with me on outdoor activities October through April (Kentucky weather), 
> but I just don't wear it when exerting myself.
>
> On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 1:14:47 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Thank you, Junes! On my ride today I was thinking I should have stopped 
>> to take photos of the road surfaces, could be interesting to share with the 
>> group. But with all the climbing I was discouraged from stopping. 
>>
>> J — I forget that synthetic and natural down layers are for keeping you 
>> warm while you're still (or maybe descending). Reading your comment I'm now 
>> reminded. DM me and maybe we can connect for a ride :) 
>>
>> On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 12:58:38 PM UTC-4 J wrote:
>>
>>> Great ride report Eric, looks like a lovely time. I'm just one state 
>>> over from you and would totally make the trip to accompany you on a ride. 
>>> I've have not been very impressed with my Patagonia Nano Puff. It's not 
>>> great for physical activities. 
>>>
>>> On Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 2:22:49 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Blue Ridge ramble
 23 September 2022
 82 miles, 8,300 feet

 Taken with Ray Hosler’s accounts of long rides in the Sierras riddled 
 with fire roads, trespassing and lots of climbing I’ve been looking for a 
 way to attempt something similar in my part of the world. Unfortunately 
 getting out to the mountains relative to where I live requires at least 
 three hours of driving. That creates enough friction that I can’t manage 
 it 
 every weekend. I do wonder what kind of riding shape I’d be in with easy 
 mountain access. 

 I’ve been investigating paper maps, Google maps and Strava maps looking 
 for alternate routes and roads with an aim towards avoiding highways and 
 roads well travelled. While I couldn’t find any confirmation that certain 
 roads connected to others while remaining passable by bike I felt 
 confident 
 enough to try and make a loop. My original charted course was 125 miles, 
 combining a new untested loop with an old, familiar one. 

 It seems that fall is on the way. The humidity has tapered off and 
 we’ve had some lovely weather. Some days in the mid 70s and perfect, 
 others 
 in the high 80s and still quite nice. The forecast for my ride predicted a 
 low of 48º in the morning with temperatures climbing to the mid 60s. This 
 might sound just about perfect for a day out with lots of climbing but 
 there was some unpleasant wind. With surface winds at 14mph and gusts up 
 to 
 28mph I would later find myself freezing. 

 I prepared for the trip over the course of the week, making lists of 
 what to bring along. There are stores and even restaurants along the route 
 but I didn’t want to rely on them for all of my food and water. I brought 
 along more than I needed. 

 I stuffed my Fab’s Chest with all of the below. 

 For food: A bag of peanut butter pretzel nuggets; an 85% chocolate bar; 
 a blend of walnuts, coconut flakes and pumpkin seeds; a peanut butter, 
 honey, coconut, salt and banana sandwich with shaved chocolate; and a 
 stainless container with a handful of salad greens, half an avocado, a 
 soft 
 boiled egg, walnuts, a carrot and a tin of mackerel. 

 Gear: A bag with spare front and rear lights, a power pack for lights, 
 phone and GPS. A spare tire (I’m still getting comfortable running my RH 
 extralights). Hand sanitizer, wipes. Two bandanas. Paper map of the area, 
 printed route instructions. Tool kit with Crank Bros multi tool, spare 
 tube, patch kit, tire levers. 

 The weather forecast left me confused. Getting ready at 4:00AM I 
 decided on a wool baselayer and a Patagonia Nano Puff. I wore my torn up 
 Kucharik wool shorts and wool socks. I packed a pair of Defeet glove 
 liners 
 and a linen short sleeve shirt. I wish I’d worn a long-sleeve wool jersey, 
 perhaps paired with a shell.

 My ride started on some gravel roads that had recently been scraped and 
 surfaced which left lots of fluffy dirt 

Re: [RBW] My new 2021 Rivendell CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER bicycle

[Kim Hetzel]

Hi Doug,

I thank-you for sharing a picture of your Clem Smith Jr. "L" bicycle. Looks 
really cool. 
Yes, I, too, have been riding mostly on asphalt pavement. However, I will 
be riding on dirt trails soon, building back my strength.
It is nice to know that this bike is an ATB. Just what I wanted.
Enjoy. 

On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 10:36:32 AM UTC-7 Doug H. wrote:

> Kim,
> I think you'll fin the Clem performs well on almost any surface. I ride 
> most of my miles on asphalt but have ridden some gravel and it excels there 
> too. Here is a photo from a recent stretch of gravel road.
>
> Instagram is a great place to see Clem photos! I'm on there as 
> doug_rides_solo
>
>
> Doug
> Athens, Ga
>
> On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 9:04:42 AM UTC-4 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Do I have pictures to share? Ha! Check out my Instagram; richard_m_rose. 
>> Here is a sample.
>> I have not done any “rough stuff” but have done a lot of gravel, 
>> hardpack, crushed limestone & mild singletrack. This bike handles it all 
>> with grace & aplomb. 9 months & 2,500 miles and it never stops amazing me. 
>> Bosco, B67 & 48mm Gravelking SS tires set up tubeless. It’s a comfortable, 
>> confidence inspiring ride every time out. Also did a 6 day loaded 
>> bikepacking tour. It was the perfect riding / camping companion.
>> [image: image0.jpeg]
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Sep 26, 2022, at 8:50 AM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
>>
>> 
>>
>> Hi rmro,
>>
>> I turned 67 this past April.  
>> I have yet to take it off road and find out what type of animal it is; 
>> meaning how it handles.
>> Have you taken your Clem off road ?
>> I am growing to love it more and more each time I ride it.
>> What color is your Clem Jr. L ? 
>> Do you have pictures to share ?
>>
>> Thank-you.
>>
>> Kim Hetzel
>> Yelm, WA.
>>
>> https://i.imgur.com/vIsFEtW.jpg
>> https://i.imgur.com/LXzlx2J.jpg
>> https://i.imgur.com/J9syqXo.jpg
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Re: [RBW] My new 2021 Rivendell CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER bicycle

[Kim Hetzel]

Hi Richard,

I thank-you so much for sharing a picture of your Clem Smith Jr. "L" 
bicycle with the option of seeing more on your Instagram account. It is 
very comforting to know that we are both seniors and share the expressions 
of comfort and love of this bicycle in many ways. You have experience it 
more so than I have. I have yet to discover these qualities and/or 
capabilities of this bike down the road as I ride it more. I thank-you for 
the reassurance. 

What double-legged kickstand do you have on your Clem ?  a Hebie ?

That MASI... Wow, what a bike !  I remember those.

Are you in Ohio ?

Kim Hetzel
Yelm, WA





On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 6:04:42 AM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:

> Do I have pictures to share? Ha! Check out my Instagram; richard_m_rose. 
> Here is a sample.
> I have not done any “rough stuff” but have done a lot of gravel, hardpack, 
> crushed limestone & mild singletrack. This bike handles it all with grace & 
> aplomb. 9 months & 2,500 miles and it never stops amazing me. Bosco, B67 & 
> 48mm Gravelking SS tires set up tubeless. It’s a comfortable, confidence 
> inspiring ride every time out. Also did a 6 day loaded bikepacking tour. It 
> was the perfect riding / camping companion.
> [image: image0.jpeg]
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Sep 26, 2022, at 8:50 AM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
>
> 
>
> Hi rmro,
>
> I turned 67 this past April.  
> I have yet to take it off road and find out what type of animal it is; 
> meaning how it handles.
> Have you taken your Clem off road ?
> I am growing to love it more and more each time I ride it.
> What color is your Clem Jr. L ? 
> Do you have pictures to share ?
>
> Thank-you.
>
> Kim Hetzel
> Yelm, WA.
>
> https://i.imgur.com/vIsFEtW.jpg
> https://i.imgur.com/LXzlx2J.jpg
> https://i.imgur.com/J9syqXo.jpg
>
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[RBW] FS Stem: Nitto Fillet FacePlater -Quill - 25.4 (CR60-3F) 60mm

[Lyman Labry]

I goofed ordering this sexy Nitto stem without really thinking the process
through.  It just arrived from Rivendell and is in un-opened plastic
sleeve. I can’t use it.  Maybe it can be returned but maybe someone is in
need of this beautiful example of Nitto craftsmanship?  Thanks,
Lyman in ATX

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[RBW] Re: Ride report: Blue Ridge loop

[Brian Turner]

Re: the Nano Puff, I currently own two jackets (hooded and non-hooded), and 
the vest. I've long considered the Nano Puff hoodie to be one of the best, 
most essential pieces of outdoor gear I have ever owned. That said, I 
cannot ride in one, or do anything strenuous in one for very long... even 
in sub-freezing temps. I overheat too much and it becomes unbearable. To 
me, they really shine as a lightweight, windblocking warmth layer for 
general outdoor use, especially hanging out around camp. Usually that over 
a merino t-shirt or baselayer is all I need even in winter. I always have 
one with me on outdoor activities October through April (Kentucky weather), 
but I just don't wear it when exerting myself.

On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 1:14:47 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote:

> Thank you, Junes! On my ride today I was thinking I should have stopped to 
> take photos of the road surfaces, could be interesting to share with the 
> group. But with all the climbing I was discouraged from stopping. 
>
> J — I forget that synthetic and natural down layers are for keeping you 
> warm while you're still (or maybe descending). Reading your comment I'm now 
> reminded. DM me and maybe we can connect for a ride :) 
>
> On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 12:58:38 PM UTC-4 J wrote:
>
>> Great ride report Eric, looks like a lovely time. I'm just one state over 
>> from you and would totally make the trip to accompany you on a ride. I've 
>> have not been very impressed with my Patagonia Nano Puff. It's not great 
>> for physical activities. 
>>
>> On Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 2:22:49 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Blue Ridge ramble
>>> 23 September 2022
>>> 82 miles, 8,300 feet
>>>
>>> Taken with Ray Hosler’s accounts of long rides in the Sierras riddled 
>>> with fire roads, trespassing and lots of climbing I’ve been looking for a 
>>> way to attempt something similar in my part of the world. Unfortunately 
>>> getting out to the mountains relative to where I live requires at least 
>>> three hours of driving. That creates enough friction that I can’t manage it 
>>> every weekend. I do wonder what kind of riding shape I’d be in with easy 
>>> mountain access. 
>>>
>>> I’ve been investigating paper maps, Google maps and Strava maps looking 
>>> for alternate routes and roads with an aim towards avoiding highways and 
>>> roads well travelled. While I couldn’t find any confirmation that certain 
>>> roads connected to others while remaining passable by bike I felt confident 
>>> enough to try and make a loop. My original charted course was 125 miles, 
>>> combining a new untested loop with an old, familiar one. 
>>>
>>> It seems that fall is on the way. The humidity has tapered off and we’ve 
>>> had some lovely weather. Some days in the mid 70s and perfect, others in 
>>> the high 80s and still quite nice. The forecast for my ride predicted a low 
>>> of 48º in the morning with temperatures climbing to the mid 60s. This might 
>>> sound just about perfect for a day out with lots of climbing but there was 
>>> some unpleasant wind. With surface winds at 14mph and gusts up to 28mph I 
>>> would later find myself freezing. 
>>>
>>> I prepared for the trip over the course of the week, making lists of 
>>> what to bring along. There are stores and even restaurants along the route 
>>> but I didn’t want to rely on them for all of my food and water. I brought 
>>> along more than I needed. 
>>>
>>> I stuffed my Fab’s Chest with all of the below. 
>>>
>>> For food: A bag of peanut butter pretzel nuggets; an 85% chocolate bar; 
>>> a blend of walnuts, coconut flakes and pumpkin seeds; a peanut butter, 
>>> honey, coconut, salt and banana sandwich with shaved chocolate; and a 
>>> stainless container with a handful of salad greens, half an avocado, a soft 
>>> boiled egg, walnuts, a carrot and a tin of mackerel. 
>>>
>>> Gear: A bag with spare front and rear lights, a power pack for lights, 
>>> phone and GPS. A spare tire (I’m still getting comfortable running my RH 
>>> extralights). Hand sanitizer, wipes. Two bandanas. Paper map of the area, 
>>> printed route instructions. Tool kit with Crank Bros multi tool, spare 
>>> tube, patch kit, tire levers. 
>>>
>>> The weather forecast left me confused. Getting ready at 4:00AM I decided 
>>> on a wool baselayer and a Patagonia Nano Puff. I wore my torn up Kucharik 
>>> wool shorts and wool socks. I packed a pair of Defeet glove liners and a 
>>> linen short sleeve shirt. I wish I’d worn a long-sleeve wool jersey, 
>>> perhaps paired with a shell.
>>>
>>> My ride started on some gravel roads that had recently been scraped and 
>>> surfaced which left lots of fluffy dirt that had me sliding at times. 
>>> Perhaps there’s a tradition to scrape roads at the end of summer as I 
>>> encountered this problem on gravel roads throughout the ride. My route took 
>>> me along a quiet farm lane that follows a stream then onto a dirt road, 
>>> with a strip of grass 

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

[Kim Hetzel]

I remember very clearly back in the 70's before the craze of wanting a 
touring bicycle to travel across the United States,  owning a racing bike 
with full Campagnolo Nuevo Record componetry on it was a huge fade. 

When I bought my 1973 Cilo Sprintx bicycle, it had very thing Campagnolo 
Nuevo Record on it, except for the brakes, of which were Weimann 610 
centerpulls and levers. I wanted a pair of those Campy sidepulls. However, 
they were priced at $125.00 +.  They were out of my price range. Over time, 
it got put on the back burner.  Until, one day, I walked into this 
particular bicycle shop to buy something for my bicycle. I looked down in 
the showcase. There was a NEW full set of Campagnolo Nuevo Record breaks 
and levers in the factory box gleaming up a me with a price tag of $75.00 ! 
! !  I could not walk out of there without buying them. I was so happy, 
very happy. 

I assembled them onto my Cilo, of which I turned into a sports touring 
bike. Now, I was in style. Confidence reigned through my head and body 
riding downhill with some mighty fine sidepull brakes/levers in the day.  I 
still have them to this today with the Scott Mathauser pad inserts. 
Beautiful shiny and silver brakes.

Kim Hetzel
Yelm, WA.

On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 10:33:32 AM UTC-7 John Phillips wrote:

> I have used Paul Racers, Touring & Neo-Retro Cantilevers and Moto-lites. I 
> like them all. I found them to be easy to set up & easy to adjust, and 
> that's without much experience at all, just watched some Youtube videos and 
> read the information & advice given & shared here by much more experienced 
> and wizened mechanics.
>
> I love the look of Paul components and have never regretted buying any of 
> their brakes, brake levers, skewers or stems.
>
> Just my $0.02,
>
> John
>
> On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 10:52:35 AM UTC-7 Bill Fulford wrote:
>
>> I was recently gifted $500 to Rivendell. My plan was to upgrade my 2007 
>> Atlantis with Paul brakes and levers. I placed the order only to read later 
>> that the brakes are sold per wheel. That’s  more than I wanted to spend. So 
>> before I call Rivendell tomorrow morning to cancel I’m wondering how folks 
>> feel about these brakes? I would be ordering the linear pull brake with 
>> love levers. Are they worth it?
>
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[RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

['John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch]

I have used Paul Racers, Touring & Neo-Retro Cantilevers and Moto-lites. I 
like them all. I found them to be easy to set up & easy to adjust, and 
that's without much experience at all, just watched some Youtube videos and 
read the information & advice given & shared here by much more experienced 
and wizened mechanics.

I love the look of Paul components and have never regretted buying any of 
their brakes, brake levers, skewers or stems.

Just my $0.02,

John

On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 10:52:35 AM UTC-7 Bill Fulford wrote:

> I was recently gifted $500 to Rivendell. My plan was to upgrade my 2007 
> Atlantis with Paul brakes and levers. I placed the order only to read later 
> that the brakes are sold per wheel. That’s  more than I wanted to spend. So 
> before I call Rivendell tomorrow morning to cancel I’m wondering how folks 
> feel about these brakes? I would be ordering the linear pull brake with 
> love levers. Are they worth it?

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[RBW] Re: WTB: 65cm Clem H (or something similar)

[Matthew Williams]

 

Clem L
64cm
$800
Eugene, OR
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/eugene-rivendell-clem-frameset-64cm/7538553867.html

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Clem H 59 cm in Grilver

[Daman Kumar]

Of course I missed something. I’d ideally like to sell the bike as a
complete. But, if you’re just interested in the frame, I’m open to that as
well. Make me an offer!

Daman

On Mon, Sep 26, 2022 at 9:43 AM Daman Kumar  wrote:

> A few more!
>
> On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 9:41:09 AM UTC-7 Daman Kumar wrote:
>
>> More pictures:
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[RBW] Re: FOR SALE : SRAM CARBON FIBER BRAKE LEVERS

['Charlie' via RBW Owners Bunch]

SOLD

On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 6:53:50 PM UTC-4 pi...@gmail.com wrote:

> I have these on my Roadini, and they're the best. Highly recommend. I was 
> very worried that Campagnolo had discontinued their carbon brake levers, 
> but the SRAMs are just as comfortable. Brake levers are the only place on 
> my bike I have carbon fiber. They act as insulators which means your 
> hands/fingers stay warmer. I've used the Campagnolo Record versions of 
> various tandems and touring bikes since 2003 and they've never failed.
>
> On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 2:13:36 PM UTC-7 Charlie wrote:
>
>> [image: CIMG6558.JPG]SRAM CARBON FIBER BRAKE LEVERS
>> NEW NEVER USED $60 CASH   $10 SHIPPING
>> CHARLIE  PETRY
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno substitute for a while...

[Bill Lindsay]

Chris

That's my own home made decaleur.  My handlebar bag has Ortlieb Pannier 
hardware bolted to it and my decaleur presents a bar for the pannier 
hardware to hand onto.  

I did not bend the stays on the 32F.  The unmodified 32F fit directly on my 
fork, as intended.  

Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA

On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 9:58:31 PM UTC-7 cru...@gmail.com wrote:

> Bill,
>
> Gosh this thing looks fun.
>
> Can I ask what decaleur you’re using? Looks like it clamps to the bar but 
> I’ve never seen one like that before.
>
> Could I also ask how you bent the struts on that Nitto 32f evenly? Just a 
> vice and some measurements, maybe a protractor? Wondering if there’s any 
> trick to it.
>
> I just bought the Crust Spark Rando fork (which appears to be the same as 
> yours and the other lightning bolts) for my 1985 Trek 520 (which is 
> basically the same geo as the Crust Canti LB) and I was hoping to use that 
> same rack.
>
> Chris Rust
> Dallas, TX
>
> On Sun, Sep 25, 2022 at 8:58 AM Bill Lindsay  wrote:
>
>> My Single Speed Crust Lightning Bolt build is essentially complete now.  
>> The same Flickr album has all the pictures from my Saturday activities:
>>
>> https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/albums/72177720302216629
>>
>> On Saturday I built the wheels:
>>   -Crust 650B Rims
>>   -Sapim Double Butted Spokes (32, 3x) brass nipples
>>   -Surly Ultra New fixed/free rear hub
>>   -Kasai Dynamo front hub
>>   -Rene Herse Juniper Ridge Tires (584x48 knobby)
>>   -Schwalbe tubes
>>
>> Then when I had a rolling chassis, I took some final measurements to 
>> figure out where to cut the steerer.  The last couple shots in the album 
>> show that rolling chassis and the drive train detail.  I got clever with 
>> the dropout adjusters.  The frame comes with two 35mm long M4x0.7 
>> adjusters, which take a 2mm allen in the end.  One would use blue loctite 
>> to help it hold its position.  My gear change operation on my two-speed 
>> drivetrain involves loosening the drive side axlenut moving the chain from 
>> big to small and then small to big, and then tighten the drive side axle 
>> nut.  The non-drive side axle nut stays where it is.  It takes about 30 
>> seconds to "shift".  These adjusters, if I use them at all, would prevent 
>> the drive side of the rear hub from noodging forward during this shift 
>> operation.  So, I need to back that one off during the shift.  I didn't 
>> want to go fishing for a tiny 2mm allen during that move, so I replaced the 
>> drive side adjuster with a nice serrated thumbscrew.  The left side has the 
>> job to stay put, so I left the original bolt and added a serrated thumb nut 
>> to act as a lock nut.  I think it's a pretty pro set up.  
>>
>> After I cut the fork I installed a set of vintage Shimano Deore XT 
>> cantilever brakes.  The original brake pads are still in there and good as 
>> new.  They are quite chunky (chonky) and take up most of the rim sidewall.  
>> I may swap them for some smooth post kool stop holders.  One the brakes 
>> were done, I just installed a front rack, dynamo lamp, my homemade 
>> decaleur, and wrapped the bars.  My spare King Kage inventory only had one 
>> Iris and one Titanium, so the cages don't match.  I'm not sure which one 
>> I'll replace.  
>>
>> The second coat of shellac just went on.  After the sun rises I'll take a 
>> few more shots and then we can start riding the thing.  
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito, CA
>> On Monday, September 19, 2022 at 7:26:31 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>>> This is the Flickr Album where I will post all my build photos.  There 
>>> are a few unboxing shots in there already.  
>>>
>>> Single Speed Rando | Flickr 
>>> 
>>>
>>> Bill Lindsay
>>> El Cerrito, CA
>>>
>>> On Monday, September 19, 2022 at 6:21:23 AM UTC-7 Patch T wrote:
>>>
 As always, I very much looking forward to this Bill Lindsay build. 


 On Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 1:14:16 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote:

> I had been searching for quite a while for a single speed that enabled 
> some derailer-less gear flexibility.  On one hand I searched for a 58cm 
> Quickbeam or SimpleONE.  On the other hand I was/am waiting on the 
> RoadUNO.  I was/am a huge fan of Rivendells rear dropouts with the angle 
> that allows a significant gear change while maintaining brake adjustment. 
>  
>
> In an absolutely perfect world, my Size Large singlespeed would also 
> have been 650B (for fat tires and no TCO).  While I'm sitting here in 
> fantasy-land, I also would have waved my magic wand to have the bike be 
> belt-compatible, and would allow brakes, but have a discreet way to NOT 
> run 
> brakes.  
>
> Over the last 18 months or so, I've been working with placeholders for 
> these things.  I bought a Crust Michigan Man right when they were 
> released 
> and set 

[RBW] FS: Riv Sackville Medium Grid Gray

[Michael Ullmer]

Catch and release for this one. I bought it from a list memeber a few weeks 
back hoping to fit it on my new (to me) Trek 520 SS. I mistakenly didn't 
measure the distance between my saddle rack, and unfortunately this one is 
too short.

I bought for $155 shipped, offering it here for the same price.

In great shape, lovely Grid Gray colorway.

Pics here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/AysCiVTKb3Myh7vT7

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[RBW] Re: YOUR BACK SHRINKING

[lconley]

I am 66 and 5 months - reached SS "full retirement age" last month but I am 
still riding drops and flat bars (and working). Riding upright is the most 
uncomfortable thing for me. Drops and flat bars takes some weight off of my 
butt - I am overweight. I hate the "tippy" feeling of sitting upright and 
upright bars are always way too close. I like being able to move my hands 
to different positions on the top of drop bars. I basically only use the 
drops for going down hill. 
I am 6' but have the legs of someone 5'8" and the torso of someone 6'4". I 
have step throughs: Clementine, Rosco Medium Mountain Mixte and a Rosco 
Baby that I am experimenting with - the Keven's Cargo Bike mixte doesn't 
count as it is still too high to step through. I can still swing my leg 
over, but it is becoming more difficult. I have high hopes for the Rosco 
Baby - I am thinking of trying the Chocomoose bars for it and maybe the 
Keven's Cargo Bike. The Rosco Baby TT is 20 cm longer than the ST and may 
allow me to use bars with back sweep. The Rosco Baby wheelbase is only two 
inches longer than my custom.

Laing

On Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 10:27:08 AM UTC-4 Charlie wrote:

>  I USED TO RIDE ON DROP BARS . ONE TIME I NOTICED I WAS RIDING ON THE TOPS 
> ONLY.  SO I CHANGED TO UP BARS ( 3 SPEED BARS ) . I HAD LOST 2-3 INCHES IN 
> MY HEIGHT.
> I NOW RIDE A SMALLER BIKE .
> Charlie Petry JENERSVILLE PA
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[RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

[greenteadrinkers]

IMO Paul brake levers are 100% worth the cost. On a bike, the brake lever 
is a high human touchpoint. For me the user experience with the PL is so 
high, no matter the build, if I can afford it, I would always spec PL's.

Scott

On Monday, September 26, 2022 at 7:22:28 AM UTC-4 ascpgh wrote:

> They are to me but that asks me to explore non-linear scalars to defend. 
> Spreadsheets might produce answers that differ from mine, I tend to value 
> the non-linear observations about things also.
>
> I like bike things, I enjoy riding them, the interactions with and company 
> of others who do so as well. I had the opportunity to meet and talk to Paul 
> Price at the Philly Bike Expo a few years ago. I complimented him on the 
> center mount Racers I bought for my Rambouillet and he asked if I had a 
> picture on my phone. Not that Shimano or (fill in a component or brake 
> manufacturer of your choice) don't care about you, but back in my shop days 
> I seldom had the opportunity to speak to the person behind a product like 
> Paul (or Grant Peterson) at trade show. 
>
> My sample is this set of center mount Racers I put on my Rambouillet to 
> replace the groupless Shimano calipers that were the only option when I 
> bought the Ram as a full bike from Rivendell. My years of riding this bike 
> brought to focus several issues with the original brakes that the Paul 
> Racers more than adequately resolved. Since then I've had comments from 
> riders about the bike and the Racer brakes. I gained fender clearance, tire 
> clearance and brake performance.  
>
> "Cool Shimano dual pivot calipers!" 
> -No one.
>
> What I like about bikes, bike parts, bike people and my experience riding 
> supports my favorable impression of Paul Component Engineering brake 
> options. 
>
> Andy Cheatham
> Pittsburgh
>
>
> On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 1:52:35 PM UTC-4 Bill Fulford wrote:
>
>> I was recently gifted $500 to Rivendell. My plan was to upgrade my 2007 
>> Atlantis with Paul brakes and levers. I placed the order only to read later 
>> that the brakes are sold per wheel. That’s  more than I wanted to spend. So 
>> before I call Rivendell tomorrow morning to cancel I’m wondering how folks 
>> feel about these brakes? I would be ordering the linear pull brake with 
>> love levers. Are they worth it?
>
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Re: [RBW] YOUR BACK SHRINKING

[Richard Rose]

I (&67) have discovered that I can still ride drops, but I choose not to. I had 
kind of gravitated to a more upright position & am now “full monty” with the 
Clem. Recently several traditional road bikes fell into my temporary 
stewardship. Most are too big for me but there is this one - a drop dead 
gorgeous J.P. Weigle - that fits me to a “T”. I can ride it, but why would I? 
The Clem is right here.:)

Sent from my iPhone

> On Sep 26, 2022, at 12:56 AM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
> 
> 
> As we get older, the handlebars get higher and the gears get lower.
> 
> I used to ride in the drops for 40 years. It affected my posture a lot to the 
> point that I had to retire my favorite bike and find a different one. I 
> longed to ride upright.
> 
> At 67 years old, I now ride and feel very comfortable riding my new Clem 
> Smith Jr. "L" bicycle. 
> 
> Kim Hetzel
> Yelm, WA.
> 
>> On Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 6:19:11 PM UTC-7 kwi...@weimar.edu wrote:
>> Yes, I used to be 6’7” tall.  At 62, I am now one inch shorter.  I have 
>> moved my saddle closer to the bars.  It immediately solved my aching lower 
>> back on steep climbs.
>> 
>>> On Thursday, September 22, 2022, 'Charlie' via RBW Owners Bunch 
>>>  wrote:
>>>  I USED TO RIDE ON DROP BARS . ONE TIME I NOTICED I WAS RIDING ON THE TOPS 
>>> ONLY.  SO I CHANGED TO UP BARS ( 3 SPEED BARS ) . I HAD LOST 2-3 INCHES IN 
>>> MY HEIGHT.
>>> I NOW RIDE A SMALLER BIKE .
>>> Charlie Petry JENERSVILLE PA
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Re: [RBW] My new 2021 Rivendell CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER bicycle

[Kim Hetzel]

Hi rmro,

I turned 67 this past April.  
I have yet to take it off road and find out what type of animal it is; 
meaning how it handles.
Have you taken your Clem off road ?
I am growing to love it more and more each time I ride it.
What color is your Clem Jr. L ? 
Do you have pictures to share ?

Thank-you.

Kim Hetzel
Yelm, WA.

https://i.imgur.com/vIsFEtW.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/LXzlx2J.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/J9syqXo.jpg


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Re: [RBW] YOUR BACK SHRINKING

[James Valiensi]

Hi,
I noticed that shorter stems felt better. I measured my height and I think I 
lost an inch or more (I’m 59). So, the shorter stem makes since, but my saddle 
height hasn’t changed. 
Before the pandemic my favorite bike had the bars about 4” lower than the 
saddle. At the end of the ride, it felt like I peeled my self off the bike, 
like bare legs on a vinyl seat on a hot sticky day. Durning the pandemic the 
low handlebars became too painful to ride and I started raising them. I’m much 
happier with the center of the bars about the same height as the saddle. I sit 
more upright, and as a result have much less back and neck pain. On the down 
side, I couldn’t mod my favorite bike and it is no longer used. 
Best-
James

> On Sep 25, 2022, at 9:26 PM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
> 
> As we get older, the handlebars get higher and the gears get lower.
> 
> I used to ride in the drops for 40 years. It affected my posture a lot to the 
> point that I had to retire my favorite bike and find a different one. I 
> longed to ride upright.
> 
> At 67 years old, I now ride and feel very comfortable riding my new Clem 
> Smith Jr. "L" bicycle. 
> 
> Kim Hetzel
> Yelm, WA.
> 
> On Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 6:19:11 PM UTC-7 kwi...@weimar.edu wrote:
> Yes, I used to be 6’7” tall.  At 62, I am now one inch shorter.  I have moved 
> my saddle closer to the bars.  It immediately solved my aching lower back on 
> steep climbs.
> 
> On Thursday, September 22, 2022, 'Charlie' via RBW Owners Bunch 
>  > wrote:
>  I USED TO RIDE ON DROP BARS . ONE TIME I NOTICED I WAS RIDING ON THE TOPS 
> ONLY.  SO I CHANGED TO UP BARS ( 3 SPEED BARS ) . I HAD LOST 2-3 INCHES IN MY 
> HEIGHT.
> I NOW RIDE A SMALLER BIKE .
> Charlie Petry JENERSVILLE PA
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Re: [RBW] My new 2021 Rivendell CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER bicycle

[Richard Rose]

Congrats on your acquisition of a Clem. I got mine last January & turned 67 in 
June. Never been more comfortable on a bike, and I’ve had a few in my nearly 5 
decades of riding. You are going to love it - the perfect do almost everything 
bicycle.
Enjoy! 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Sep 26, 2022, at 12:59 AM, Kim Hetzel  wrote:
> 
> 
> Earlier this month, I decided to make a decision to hop the fence and buy my 
> first Rivendell bicycle as my last bicycle purchase at 67 y. o., after 
> considering buying a SOMA Buena Vista bicycle earlier.
> 
> I want to thank a list member out of Utah for giving me the opportunity to do 
> so. He sold me a 59cm Clem Smith Jr. "L" bicycle in olive green. Ideally, I 
> would love to have one in that light blue color. 
> 
> The bicycle is not even a year old yet. The seller bought it from a guy in 
> his neighborhood in February of this past year. The original owner bought the 
> bike last December of 2021.
> After receiving and reassembling it, I did some modifications along the way. 
> I changed out those micro-shifters for f/r derailleurs and installed an old 
> pair of Suntour ratchet bar-con friction shifters(YES ! .. the shifting works 
> well), removed the cork ERGON grips, installed a new pair of MKS Grip Monarch 
> pedals, stole my Brooks B67S saddle off of my 1984 Raleigh Elkhorn and my 
> Topeak MTX Trunk Bag DXP Bicycle Trunk Bag. I added some water bottle cages 
> out of my parts drawers. 
> 
> I tried not using the shim for my Sakae Ringyo MTE-100 seatpost with the 
> stock 29.8 seatpost. I just placed my Brooks saddle on there and moved it as 
> far back as I could.  So far, it is working for me. 
> 
> I purchased one bike's worth new Dia-Compe DC980 cantilever brakes in silver 
> and a new pair of Dia-Compe SS-6 Brake Levers in silver, a NITTO A-2 rear 
> cable stopper  and a NOS vintage Dia-Compe front cable hanger. Sometime down 
> the road, I would like to buy the NITTO cable hanger. 
> 
> I am planning on buying a set of Velo Orange Fluted 700c x 63 fenders in 
> polished silver later on before the seasonal rains come here on the west 
> coast of Washington state.
> At this point in time, I have only ridden my CLEM KADIDDLEHOPPER four times. 
> I really like riding and sitting upright in the saddle a lot. It is nice to 
> have fat tires. Reminds me of my 2012 Salsa Mukluk 3 on a smaller scale. 
> Having a step-through frame helps not having to swing my leg over the back 
> end of the bicycle and having it hurt. It's cool having a long wheel base. 
> This reminds me of the tandems that I owned in the past.
> 
> I rode a 1973 Cilo Sprint-X road bike that I turned into a sports touring 
> bike for nearly 40 years. It fit me very well for a production bike. I truly 
> loved this bike. I rode it thousands of miles. I got older. I got tired of 
> riding in the drops and longed for riding a different bike with an upright 
> riding position. I retired this bike in 2011. 
> 
> The Elkhorn was nice, but it truly did not fit me. The weight of it bothered 
> me the most, after my modifications.
> 
> I think I am going to grow in love with this one and say good-bye and sell my 
> Raleigh Elkhorn here in the near future. 
> Kim Hetzel
> Yelm, WA.
> 
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[RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

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They are to me but that asks me to explore non-linear scalars to defend. 
Spreadsheets might produce answers that differ from mine, I tend to value 
the non-linear observations about things also.

I like bike things, I enjoy riding them, the interactions with and company 
of others who do so as well. I had the opportunity to meet and talk to Paul 
Price at the Philly Bike Expo a few years ago. I complimented him on the 
center mount Racers I bought for my Rambouillet and he asked if I had a 
picture on my phone. Not that Shimano or (fill in a component or brake 
manufacturer of your choice) don't care about you, but back in my shop days 
I seldom had the opportunity to speak to the person behind a product like 
Paul (or Grant Peterson) at trade show. 

My sample is this set of center mount Racers I put on my Rambouillet to 
replace the groupless Shimano calipers that were the only option when I 
bought the Ram as a full bike from Rivendell. My years of riding this bike 
brought to focus several issues with the original brakes that the Paul 
Racers more than adequately resolved. Since then I've had comments from 
riders about the bike and the Racer brakes. I gained fender clearance, tire 
clearance and brake performance.  

"Cool Shimano dual pivot calipers!" 
-No one.

What I like about bikes, bike parts, bike people and my experience riding 
supports my favorable impression of Paul Component Engineering brake 
options. 

Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh


On Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 1:52:35 PM UTC-4 Bill Fulford wrote:

> I was recently gifted $500 to Rivendell. My plan was to upgrade my 2007 
> Atlantis with Paul brakes and levers. I placed the order only to read later 
> that the brakes are sold per wheel. That’s  more than I wanted to spend. So 
> before I call Rivendell tomorrow morning to cancel I’m wondering how folks 
> feel about these brakes? I would be ordering the linear pull brake with 
> love levers. Are they worth it?

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