Re: [RBW] Single-Bolt Stem Spreading Options

['Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch]

I usually have a nickel (with a few, round dents already in it) somewhere 
on one of my work stands for when I need to do this. Dime is too thin, a 
penny too soft and a quarter is too valuable!
David in Berkeley

On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:27:32 PM UTC-8 Andrew Letton wrote:

> Hi Brian, 
>
> If your stem has a tapped hole for the clamp bolt (as many steel stems 
> have, rather than a loose nut like many aluminum Nittos) you can use this 
> method:
>
> Helpful tip: Take the pinch bolt out. Insert a coin in the slot between 
> the clamp area. Thread the bolt in from the back side. Tighten it against 
> the coin. It will force the clamp open and it will stay that way during 
> your install.
>
> (I copied this from the net, rather than type up my own description.)
>
> HTH,
> Andrew in Sydney
>
>
> On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 09:27:40 AM GMT+11, Brian Forsee <
> bmfo...@gmail.com> wrote: 
>
>
> I've got some towel rack drop bars on the way to me that will be going on 
> my newly acquired AHH. I was planning on picking up one of the tools nitto 
> makes specifically for spreading single-bolt stems but Crust was out of 
> stock. I've installed plenty of bars using the ole flat head method, which 
> always works, but i usually end up with a scratch or two. Anybody got any 
> good alternative methods I'm not thinking of?
>
> Thanks!
> -Brian
>
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Re: [RBW] Seat Post Slippage

[Nick Payne]

On Friday, 27 January 2023 at 12:57:25 pm UTC+11 Paul M wrote:
My recent Susie calls for a 26.8 seatpost but with the stock Kalloy 
seatpost there is a fair amount of play. I had a 27.0 Kalloy seatpost that 
fit snug and solved the problem. I'm not sure a Nitto 26.8 seatpost would 
have solved the problem for this frame.

I found the same on the Appaloosa frame I purchased a couple of years back 
- the 26.8 Kalloy post that came with the frame was a slightly loose fit in 
the seat tube with the binder bolt slackened off. I measured the post with 
my calipers, and it was accurately to size, so I bought a 27.0 Nitto S65 
post from Blue Lug, and used an expanding reamer in the seat tube until the 
27.0 post was a exact fit with no slop and no binding.

Nick 

  

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Re: [RBW] Single-Bolt Stem Spreading Options

[lconley]

The Path Less Pedaled tool is same type of tool (snap ring expander) that I 
use. Actually less expensive than the Nitto tool. The Nitto tool doesn't 
actually work any better.

Laing

On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 6:46:32 PM UTC-5 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:

> Check out this video from Russ/ Path Less Pedaled. He shows a unique tool 
> for this exact purpose.
> [image: maxresdefault.jpg]
>
> Going UPRIGHT! - Rivendell Bosco Bar Install 
> 
> youtu.be 
> 
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jan 26, 2023, at 5:27 PM, Brian Forsee  wrote:
>
> I've got some towel rack drop bars on the way to me that will be going on 
> my newly acquired AHH. I was planning on picking up one of the tools nitto 
> makes specifically for spreading single-bolt stems but Crust was out of 
> stock. I've installed plenty of bars using the ole flat head method, which 
> always works, but i usually end up with a scratch or two. Anybody got any 
> good alternative methods I'm not thinking of?
>
> Thanks!
> -Brian
>
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[RBW] Re: Sam 51cm rough draft

[J S]

Very nice, enjoy. 

On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:54:36 PM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote:

> Elegant bicycle that Sam. Which handlebars, crankset, and wheels do you 
> have on it?
> Doug
>
> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:14:05 PM UTC-5 Shoji Takahashi wrote:
>
>> Looks great! For me, it'd be a tough wait... 
>>
>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 11:12:23 AM UTC-5 cramer@gmail.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Still waiting on  pieces and parts.
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Seat Post Slippage

[Piaw Na]

Yup. I worked with Rivendell on my kalloy seatpost that came with the 
Roadini slipping. Greased the binder bolt, etc. Darn thing still slipped, 
and in any case that kalloy would never stay level (I guess I know why all 
those pictures of Rivendell bikes have saddles pointed upwards!). I gave up 
and bought a Thomson Elite masterpiece and never had a problem since. The 
Thompson also had the advantage of being a 2 bolt seatpost that's 
infinitely adjustable and doesn't nose itself upwards.

On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 12:14:39 PM UTC-8 Drew Henson wrote:

> Anyone have any issues with the stock seat post (the one included with the 
> frame) slipping with the latest sam frames? Happened to me on my first 
> shakedown ride yesterday. 
>
> I have a new nitto stem and some park tool supergrip on the way but was 
> curious if anyone else experienced this. Or if there's any advice on using 
> the park tool super grip?
>
>
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[RBW] Re: Back On A Platypus

[Shoji Takahashi]

That green color is superb. 



On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 6:44:30 PM UTC-5 penne...@gmail.com wrote:

> What the heck; for good measure, a photo in the sunshine. 
> Mack
>
> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:42:43 PM UTC-7 Mack Penner wrote:
>
>> I'm back, as promised, to hijack Jared's new Platy thread. 
>>
>> My promise to hijack might be the only promise I kept: even after it 
>> arrived I built the bike up sooner than planned, and in 2x1 rather than 3x1 
>> mode. No derailer. The plan is to run 32x17 95% of the time and 22x17 in... 
>> emergencies. 
>>
>> While I wait for spring I will study Will's kick-shifting technique. And 
>> speaking of Will: I admit, this build is a little copy-catty! I told my 
>> friend Andrew (shout out Andrew) that I'm not a copy-cat because I 
>> single-speeded my Roadini before Will did. Andrew said he bought the 
>> explanation. 
>>
>> Sadly, the Susie is about to spend a lot of time in the basement. Winters 
>> here permit commuting almost all of the time with the right equipment/bike, 
>> road riding of all sorts can be had if the wind stays away and the temps 
>> are mild, and trails can be had when it's freezing, again with the right 
>> bike/equipment (I just built up a Surly Pugsley, also 2x1, for that 
>> business). Otherwise, though, the trails here are too icy/muddy/etc for the 
>> Susie, at least in this iteration, and especially this year. Sometimes 
>> there are some unicorn days. In any case, I can't wait for late-March to 
>> really introduce the Susie! 
>>
>> I've attached a photo from my dawdle through the park test-ride. I think 
>> bikes are kinda ugly until the tires get dusty - if you agree, then I'm 
>> sorry about the lack of dust. Swampy day! I have since adjusted the saddle 
>> tilt just slightly, but otherwise no changes. I think it's a winner! As I 
>> was saying, I was pretty much hoping for a higher bb, bigger tire Platy. 
>> That is indeed how the bike feels to me.
>>
>> Building the bike was nice. I did 95% of the work in my garage last 
>> night, up until the moment I realized I was short a brake cable. After a 
>> morning windstorm here today, the afternoon turned pleasant and mild so I 
>> could do finishing touches with the workstand outside. You can spot my 
>> helper glaring through the spokes in the second photo. 
>>
>> Most of all: huge thanks to Jared for sparking this operation! I think 
>> we're both very happy with how things have turned out. 
>>
>> Cheers,
>> Mack in Alberta 
>>
>> On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 1:47:59 PM UTC-7 JW wrote:
>>
>>> Hey Tom,
>>>
>>> Thanks for the love! So glad to hear you're also aboard a 60cm mermaid, 
>>> dreamy aren't they? 
>>>
>>> I was able to squeeze what I believe are the VO 63mm fluted fenders over 
>>> the 2.1's on my wife's Platypus with just a hair of room, so I'd think the 
>>> 50mm GravelKing's would fit nicely under the same fenders (only 2mm larger 
>>> than Riv recommends, which is generally on the conservative side).
>>>
>>> Gearing is 44/36/22 right now with a 24 granny gear en route, it was the 
>>> only ring I didn't replace when setting things up and it's giving me 
>>> trouble so I'll be swapping it out later this week. 17t Wolf Tooth aluminum 
>>> cog with GearClamp single speed conversion and a Paul Melvin round out the 
>>> rest of the drivetrain.
>>>
>>> I was 1x9 for almost all my other Rivendells and I'm thrilled with this 
>>> set up, it's like a more refined version of my old SimpleOne.
>>>
>>> I'm not sure I'd take it all the way with going fixed on a Platypus, but 
>>> the 3x1 seems to be a winner for my application.
>>>
>>> Keep us posted with what you decide to do!
>>>
>>> Jared
>>>
>>> On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 9:38:31 AM UTC-8 Tom Palmer wrote:
>>>
 Hi Jared,
 Love your Platypus. I have a mermaid 60cm that I am smitten with. How 
 much room for fenders over the 50cm gravel kings? What is your gearing on 
 the 3x1 setup? I am running 1x10 now, but I ride a lot of single speed and 
 some fixed gear on other bikes. The way mine rides, it seems to beg for a 
 fixed gear setup. It will be effort and expense with the vertical dropouts 
 to go fixed. I may just do a 3x1 like yours for now and see if that will 
 satisfy. 
 Tom Palmer,
 With our first snow in 2023 in Twin Lake, MI
 and already considering a second Platypus
 On Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 6:55:01 PM UTC-5 Jared Wilson wrote:

> Through various dealings the last year I worked my way down to only a 
> Susie, trying to convince myself that I wasn't overbiking, but I was. I 
> didn't need the tall BB or the clearance for 2.8's for the type of riding 
> I 
> generally do, and for the amount of time I spend on trails it was hard to 
> justify having so much bike.
>
> Some of you may remember a WTT posting from the end of '22, I was 
> looking to trade for a 60cm Platypus to fill in the gap that was left 

Re: [RBW] Single-Bolt Stem Spreading Options

[Patrick Moore]

This works if the threaded hole is open at the outer end but not if it's
capped. I've managed to spread Nitto stems with a large flathead
screwdriver but yes, the Nitto spreader tool is far easier to use. If the
absence of the Nitto tool, a thin but stiff and sturdy and properly thick
piece of steel works better than the flathead which will have a tapered
profile that makes this use awkward.

FWIW, way back in the day when I several times installed drop bars onto my
55 cm XO-1 and my first, similarly-sized (54 cm) 1995 Riv road custom
(Grant said "Don't you dare" when I told him I'd tell others how much I
liked the compact, XO-1-style frame design, but I think the statute of
limitations has expired) using the penny trick. In fact, several times I
installed a 26.4 mm Cinelli Giro d'Italia bar into 25.4mm Tioga and Salsa
steel stems using this method; steel is very forgiving.

On Fri, Jan 27, 2023 at 1:13 AM 'Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch <
rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:

> I usually have a nickel (with a few, round dents already in it) somewhere
> on one of my work stands for when I need to do this. Dime is too thin, a
> penny too soft and a quarter is too valuable!
> David in Berkeley
>
> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:27:32 PM UTC-8 Andrew Letton wrote:
>
>> Hi Brian,
>>
>> If your stem has a tapped hole for the clamp bolt (as many steel stems
>> have, rather than a loose nut like many aluminum Nittos) you can use this
>> method:
>>
>> Helpful tip: Take the pinch bolt out. Insert a coin in the slot between
>> the clamp area. Thread the bolt in from the back side. Tighten it against
>> the coin. It will force the clamp open and it will stay that way during
>> your install.
>>
>> (I copied this from the net, rather than type up my own description.)
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

[Eric Marth]

Mike — Wow, definitely sounds like the same bike I started out with. I 
thought I had some footage of the disassembled bike but I couldn't find any 
when it came time for the edit. Bridgestone called the color "shadow blue" 
in their catalog (here's a link 
 
for reference). The catalog also specs the weight at 32lbs so you're right 
on. Very cool you got Grant to sign it and maybe the new owner has come 
around to checking out the old Bridgestone and Rivendell lore. The gold 
Araya rims are now on an MB-3 from the same year I built up for a friend. 

Paul — Thanks for checking it out! 

On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 11:35:06 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote:

> Fantastic Eric. Congrats, nicely done.
>
> Paul Germain
> Midlothian, Va.
>
> On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 6:06:27 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> [image: MB-2 230115 S 00 Complete.jpg]
>>
>> Hi all — I just finished up a build, it's a 1985 Bridgestone MB-2. I have 
>> a full build video up over here: https://youtu.be/gJPnbpzjbKg
>>
>> [image: MB-2 230115 S 01 Complete.jpg]
>>
>> I purchased the bike as a complete from Marketplace, it was stock but for 
>> the saddle and tires. Everything was removed and I passed the frame over to 
>> Rob Gassie at Bing Bicycles. He added some rack mounts to the fork and seat 
>> stays, changes some the cable guides, added a third bottle boss to the 
>> downtube and two additional bottle bosses to the underside. He also 
>> stripped the frame to raw steel. 
>>
>> [image: MB-2 230115 S 02 Headbadge.jpg]
>>
>> Instead of paint I went for a raw finish. There are two applications of 
>> patination acids, with and without heat, followed by clear lacquer and wax. 
>>
>> [image: MB-2 230115 S Rear mech.jpg]
>>
>> It's built up with a mix of parts from across time, all silver. 
>> De-anodized some black Paul cantilevers and also de-anodized an XTR 
>> RD-M952. Dead stock WTB grease guard headset purchased from Jacque Phelan. 
>> Lots of Suntour, some TA cranks and modern parts from Japan. Crust x Nitto 
>> Shaka bars, MKS bear trap pedals, Nitto cable hanger. 
>>
>> [image: MB-2 230115 S Downtube.jpg]
>>
>> I had some custom brass headbadges made with the old Bridgestone logo 
>> which I shaped and finished. 
>>
>> [image: MB2 09 SM Head tube.jpg]
>>
>> Velocity Atlas 26" wheelset with a Kasai dynamo hub up front and an XTR 
>> M900 in the rear. Front wheel by Rich at Rivendell, rear built by Andre at 
>> my local bike shop. I'm running Rene Herse extra-light tires with a Rat 
>> Trap Pass in the back and a Humptulips Ridge in front. 
>>
>> Many thanks to members here for helping out with parts when I needed 
>> them: Trevor B., Dave H., Liz S. and Patrick M. 
>>
>> • Velocity Atlas 26" 32/32 wheelset
>> • Rene Herse Antelope Hill, extra light
>> • Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass, extra light
>> • Shimano XTR M900 rear hub
>> • Kasai 32H front hub
>> • Schmidt Edelux II polished headlight
>> • Busch + Müller light mount
>> • Crust x Nitto Shaka handlebars, 54cm
>> • Newbaum's cotton bar tape, white
>> • Suntour Bar-Con shifters
>> • Suntour Superbe levers
>> • Paul Neo Retro cantilever brakes, front
>> • Paul Touring cantilever brakes, rear
>> • Hunter Nugz barrel adjusters
>> • Dia Compe yoke hangers
>> • Fairweather x Nitto stem-mounted cable hanger
>> • Nitto Technomic 6cm stem, 26.0 clamp 
>> • WTB New Paradigm Grease Guard headset 
>> • TA Specialities Cyclotourist crankset, 48/42/28, 170mm 
>> • Shimano 115mm square taper bottom bracket 
>> • Shimano 9 speed 12-36 cassette
>> • MKS XC-III pedals
>> • Suntour AR front derailer
>> • Shimano XTR MD-952 rear derailer 
>> • Suntour XC Pro seat post 
>> • Brooks Conquest saddle
>> • Wheels Mfg. brass housing ferrules
>> • Sim Works x Nissen brass cable ferrules
>> • Sim Works x Nissen brake and shift housing 
>> • Sim Works x Hoshi
>> • M5 brass socket head screws
>> • Shovel Research M5 brass slotted screws
>>
>> Larger pictures here: 
>> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_gXuRvwsKYVjG7GLMqFf2KGhPrYRNlp3/view?usp=sharing
>>
>> Thanks for lookin'! 
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

[JohnS]

Thank you Eric on the cable length tip. I'll measure/eyeball a few times 
before cutting. Now I can't decide if I want the Nissen clear or steel blue 
to work with the blue in the head badge, too many choices.

John

On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 11:13:59 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote:

> Mike — Wow, definitely sounds like the same bike I started out with. I 
> thought I had some footage of the disassembled bike but I couldn't find any 
> when it came time for the edit. Bridgestone called the color "shadow blue" 
> in their catalog (here's a link 
> 
>  
> for reference). The catalog also specs the weight at 32lbs so you're right 
> on. Very cool you got Grant to sign it and maybe the new owner has come 
> around to checking out the old Bridgestone and Rivendell lore. The gold 
> Araya rims are now on an MB-3 from the same year I built up for a friend. 
>
> Paul — Thanks for checking it out! 
>
> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 11:35:06 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote:
>
>> Fantastic Eric. Congrats, nicely done.
>>
>> Paul Germain
>> Midlothian, Va.
>>
>> On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 6:06:27 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>>> [image: MB-2 230115 S 00 Complete.jpg]
>>>
>>> Hi all — I just finished up a build, it's a 1985 Bridgestone MB-2. I 
>>> have a full build video up over here: https://youtu.be/gJPnbpzjbKg
>>>
>>> [image: MB-2 230115 S 01 Complete.jpg]
>>>
>>> I purchased the bike as a complete from Marketplace, it was stock but 
>>> for the saddle and tires. Everything was removed and I passed the frame 
>>> over to Rob Gassie at Bing Bicycles. He added some rack mounts to the fork 
>>> and seat stays, changes some the cable guides, added a third bottle boss to 
>>> the downtube and two additional bottle bosses to the underside. He also 
>>> stripped the frame to raw steel. 
>>>
>>> [image: MB-2 230115 S 02 Headbadge.jpg]
>>>
>>> Instead of paint I went for a raw finish. There are two applications of 
>>> patination acids, with and without heat, followed by clear lacquer and wax. 
>>>
>>> [image: MB-2 230115 S Rear mech.jpg]
>>>
>>> It's built up with a mix of parts from across time, all silver. 
>>> De-anodized some black Paul cantilevers and also de-anodized an XTR 
>>> RD-M952. Dead stock WTB grease guard headset purchased from Jacque Phelan. 
>>> Lots of Suntour, some TA cranks and modern parts from Japan. Crust x Nitto 
>>> Shaka bars, MKS bear trap pedals, Nitto cable hanger. 
>>>
>>> [image: MB-2 230115 S Downtube.jpg]
>>>
>>> I had some custom brass headbadges made with the old Bridgestone logo 
>>> which I shaped and finished. 
>>>
>>> [image: MB2 09 SM Head tube.jpg]
>>>
>>> Velocity Atlas 26" wheelset with a Kasai dynamo hub up front and an XTR 
>>> M900 in the rear. Front wheel by Rich at Rivendell, rear built by Andre at 
>>> my local bike shop. I'm running Rene Herse extra-light tires with a Rat 
>>> Trap Pass in the back and a Humptulips Ridge in front. 
>>>
>>> Many thanks to members here for helping out with parts when I needed 
>>> them: Trevor B., Dave H., Liz S. and Patrick M. 
>>>
>>> • Velocity Atlas 26" 32/32 wheelset
>>> • Rene Herse Antelope Hill, extra light
>>> • Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass, extra light
>>> • Shimano XTR M900 rear hub
>>> • Kasai 32H front hub
>>> • Schmidt Edelux II polished headlight
>>> • Busch + Müller light mount
>>> • Crust x Nitto Shaka handlebars, 54cm
>>> • Newbaum's cotton bar tape, white
>>> • Suntour Bar-Con shifters
>>> • Suntour Superbe levers
>>> • Paul Neo Retro cantilever brakes, front
>>> • Paul Touring cantilever brakes, rear
>>> • Hunter Nugz barrel adjusters
>>> • Dia Compe yoke hangers
>>> • Fairweather x Nitto stem-mounted cable hanger
>>> • Nitto Technomic 6cm stem, 26.0 clamp 
>>> • WTB New Paradigm Grease Guard headset 
>>> • TA Specialities Cyclotourist crankset, 48/42/28, 170mm 
>>> • Shimano 115mm square taper bottom bracket 
>>> • Shimano 9 speed 12-36 cassette
>>> • MKS XC-III pedals
>>> • Suntour AR front derailer
>>> • Shimano XTR MD-952 rear derailer 
>>> • Suntour XC Pro seat post 
>>> • Brooks Conquest saddle
>>> • Wheels Mfg. brass housing ferrules
>>> • Sim Works x Nissen brass cable ferrules
>>> • Sim Works x Nissen brake and shift housing 
>>> • Sim Works x Hoshi
>>> • M5 brass socket head screws
>>> • Shovel Research M5 brass slotted screws
>>>
>>> Larger pictures here: 
>>> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_gXuRvwsKYVjG7GLMqFf2KGhPrYRNlp3/view?usp=sharing
>>>
>>> Thanks for lookin'! 
>>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] Single-Bolt Stem Spreading Options

[JohnS]

+1 on the coin trick, but I've used a large flat washer, no federal offense 
committed :P

JohnS


On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 9:26:33 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:

> This works if the threaded hole is open at the outer end but not if it's 
> capped. I've managed to spread Nitto stems with a large flathead 
> screwdriver but yes, the Nitto spreader tool is far easier to use. If the 
> absence of the Nitto tool, a thin but stiff and sturdy and properly thick 
> piece of steel works better than the flathead which will have a tapered 
> profile that makes this use awkward.
>
> FWIW, way back in the day when I several times installed drop bars onto my 
> 55 cm XO-1 and my first, similarly-sized (54 cm) 1995 Riv road custom 
> (Grant said "Don't you dare" when I told him I'd tell others how much I 
> liked the compact, XO-1-style frame design, but I think the statute of 
> limitations has expired) using the penny trick. In fact, several times I 
> installed a 26.4 mm Cinelli Giro d'Italia bar into 25.4mm Tioga and Salsa 
> steel stems using this method; steel is very forgiving.
>
> On Fri, Jan 27, 2023 at 1:13 AM 'Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch <
> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:
>
>> I usually have a nickel (with a few, round dents already in it) somewhere 
>> on one of my work stands for when I need to do this. Dime is too thin, a 
>> penny too soft and a quarter is too valuable!
>> David in Berkeley
>>
>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:27:32 PM UTC-8 Andrew Letton wrote:
>>
>>> Hi Brian, 
>>>
>>> If your stem has a tapped hole for the clamp bolt (as many steel stems 
>>> have, rather than a loose nut like many aluminum Nittos) you can use this 
>>> method:
>>>
>>> Helpful tip: Take the pinch bolt out. Insert a coin in the slot between 
>>> the clamp area. Thread the bolt in from the back side. Tighten it against 
>>> the coin. It will force the clamp open and it will stay that way during 
>>> your install.
>>>
>>> (I copied this from the net, rather than type up my own description.)
>>>
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[RBW] Re: Sam 51cm rough draft

[RichS]

Looking good! Welcome to the "Sam Club". The silver color is a nice choice 
by the folks at Riv.

Best,
Rich in ATL

On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 8:48:33 AM UTC-5 jrst...@gmail.com wrote:

> Very nice, enjoy. 
>
> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:54:36 PM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote:
>
>> Elegant bicycle that Sam. Which handlebars, crankset, and wheels do you 
>> have on it?
>> Doug
>>
>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:14:05 PM UTC-5 Shoji Takahashi wrote:
>>
>>> Looks great! For me, it'd be a tough wait... 
>>>
>>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 11:12:23 AM UTC-5 cramer@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Still waiting on  pieces and parts.

>>>

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Re: [RBW] Single-Bolt Stem Spreading Options

[Todd G]

I’ve had good success using the flat sides of a 6 or 8mm Hex wrench. Gently 
rotating, or applying gentle up or down prying type pressure has always 
worked well for me. 

On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 8:29:37 AM UTC-8 JohnS wrote:

> +1 on the coin trick, but I've used a large flat washer, no federal 
> offense committed :P
>
> JohnS
>
>
> On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 9:26:33 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:
>
>> This works if the threaded hole is open at the outer end but not if it's 
>> capped. I've managed to spread Nitto stems with a large flathead 
>> screwdriver but yes, the Nitto spreader tool is far easier to use. If the 
>> absence of the Nitto tool, a thin but stiff and sturdy and properly thick 
>> piece of steel works better than the flathead which will have a tapered 
>> profile that makes this use awkward.
>>
>> FWIW, way back in the day when I several times installed drop bars onto 
>> my 55 cm XO-1 and my first, similarly-sized (54 cm) 1995 Riv road custom 
>> (Grant said "Don't you dare" when I told him I'd tell others how much I 
>> liked the compact, XO-1-style frame design, but I think the statute of 
>> limitations has expired) using the penny trick. In fact, several times I 
>> installed a 26.4 mm Cinelli Giro d'Italia bar into 25.4mm Tioga and Salsa 
>> steel stems using this method; steel is very forgiving.
>>
>> On Fri, Jan 27, 2023 at 1:13 AM 'Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch <
>> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:
>>
>>> I usually have a nickel (with a few, round dents already in it) 
>>> somewhere on one of my work stands for when I need to do this. Dime is too 
>>> thin, a penny too soft and a quarter is too valuable!
>>> David in Berkeley
>>>
>>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 4:27:32 PM UTC-8 Andrew Letton wrote:
>>>
 Hi Brian, 

 If your stem has a tapped hole for the clamp bolt (as many steel stems 
 have, rather than a loose nut like many aluminum Nittos) you can use this 
 method:

 Helpful tip: Take the pinch bolt out. Insert a coin in the slot between 
 the clamp area. Thread the bolt in from the back side. Tighten it against 
 the coin. It will force the clamp open and it will stay that way during 
 your install.

 (I copied this from the net, rather than type up my own description.)

>>>

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[RBW] Re: Single-Bolt Stem Spreading Options

[Bill Lindsay]

If you are motivated (or just wiling) to buy a tool, give a look at the 
Park 
PP-1.2  
https://www.parktool.com/en-us/product/hydraulic-brake-piston-press-pp-1-2?category=Brakes

That's a hydraulic brake piston press, but it's the perfect size and shape 
and "stoutness" for stem spreading.

Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA

On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 2:27:37 PM UTC-8 bmfo...@gmail.com wrote:

> I've got some towel rack drop bars on the way to me that will be going on 
> my newly acquired AHH. I was planning on picking up one of the tools nitto 
> makes specifically for spreading single-bolt stems but Crust was out of 
> stock. I've installed plenty of bars using the ole flat head method, which 
> always works, but i usually end up with a scratch or two. Anybody got any 
> good alternative methods I'm not thinking of?
>
> Thanks!
> -Brian
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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Suntour XC Pro 28.6 MicroDrive FD

[Victor Hanson]

Jard in SLO, CA,

Why matey?   LX and XT hyperglide from the same era work way way way
betta.   I am never one to rain on anyone's parade but simply please don't
do it.  It's a great idea, in the 90's I definitely drank that kool-aid.
 But the bottom line here is it doesn't work as advertised.  Shimano works,
feels, and looks way way better. OR is this a wall hanger?

VTW

On Thu, Jan 26, 2023 at 12:51 PM JW  wrote:

> Bump, still looking!
>
> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 9:27:39 AM UTC-8 JW wrote:
>
>> Hey group,
>>
>> Looking for a Suntour XC Pro 28.6 MicroDrive FD for the compact triple on
>> my Platypus.
>>
>> Please respond off list if you have something that fits the bill.
>>
>> Thanks :)
>>
>> Jared in SLO, CA
>>
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[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

[RichS]

Eric,

One more "two thumbs up" for your over the top efforts on this stunning 
MB-2. Thank you for the photographs and build list. Enjoy!

Best,
Rich in ATL

On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 11:22:44 AM UTC-5 JohnS wrote:

> Thank you Eric on the cable length tip. I'll measure/eyeball a few times 
> before cutting. Now I can't decide if I want the Nissen clear or steel blue 
> to work with the blue in the head badge, too many choices.
>
> John
>
> On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 11:13:59 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Mike — Wow, definitely sounds like the same bike I started out with. I 
>> thought I had some footage of the disassembled bike but I couldn't find any 
>> when it came time for the edit. Bridgestone called the color "shadow blue" 
>> in their catalog (here's a link 
>> 
>>  
>> for reference). The catalog also specs the weight at 32lbs so you're right 
>> on. Very cool you got Grant to sign it and maybe the new owner has come 
>> around to checking out the old Bridgestone and Rivendell lore. The gold 
>> Araya rims are now on an MB-3 from the same year I built up for a friend. 
>>
>> Paul — Thanks for checking it out! 
>>
>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 11:35:06 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote:
>>
>>> Fantastic Eric. Congrats, nicely done.
>>>
>>> Paul Germain
>>> Midlothian, Va.
>>>
>>> On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 6:06:27 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
>>>
 [image: MB-2 230115 S 00 Complete.jpg]

 Hi all — I just finished up a build, it's a 1985 Bridgestone MB-2. I 
 have a full build video up over here: https://youtu.be/gJPnbpzjbKg

 [image: MB-2 230115 S 01 Complete.jpg]

 I purchased the bike as a complete from Marketplace, it was stock but 
 for the saddle and tires. Everything was removed and I passed the frame 
 over to Rob Gassie at Bing Bicycles. He added some rack mounts to the fork 
 and seat stays, changes some the cable guides, added a third bottle boss 
 to 
 the downtube and two additional bottle bosses to the underside. He also 
 stripped the frame to raw steel. 

 [image: MB-2 230115 S 02 Headbadge.jpg]

 Instead of paint I went for a raw finish. There are two applications of 
 patination acids, with and without heat, followed by clear lacquer and 
 wax. 

 [image: MB-2 230115 S Rear mech.jpg]

 It's built up with a mix of parts from across time, all silver. 
 De-anodized some black Paul cantilevers and also de-anodized an XTR 
 RD-M952. Dead stock WTB grease guard headset purchased from Jacque Phelan. 
 Lots of Suntour, some TA cranks and modern parts from Japan. Crust x Nitto 
 Shaka bars, MKS bear trap pedals, Nitto cable hanger. 

 [image: MB-2 230115 S Downtube.jpg]

 I had some custom brass headbadges made with the old Bridgestone logo 
 which I shaped and finished. 

 [image: MB2 09 SM Head tube.jpg]

 Velocity Atlas 26" wheelset with a Kasai dynamo hub up front and an XTR 
 M900 in the rear. Front wheel by Rich at Rivendell, rear built by Andre at 
 my local bike shop. I'm running Rene Herse extra-light tires with a Rat 
 Trap Pass in the back and a Humptulips Ridge in front. 

 Many thanks to members here for helping out with parts when I needed 
 them: Trevor B., Dave H., Liz S. and Patrick M. 

 • Velocity Atlas 26" 32/32 wheelset
 • Rene Herse Antelope Hill, extra light
 • Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass, extra light
 • Shimano XTR M900 rear hub
 • Kasai 32H front hub
 • Schmidt Edelux II polished headlight
 • Busch + Müller light mount
 • Crust x Nitto Shaka handlebars, 54cm
 • Newbaum's cotton bar tape, white
 • Suntour Bar-Con shifters
 • Suntour Superbe levers
 • Paul Neo Retro cantilever brakes, front
 • Paul Touring cantilever brakes, rear
 • Hunter Nugz barrel adjusters
 • Dia Compe yoke hangers
 • Fairweather x Nitto stem-mounted cable hanger
 • Nitto Technomic 6cm stem, 26.0 clamp 
 • WTB New Paradigm Grease Guard headset 
 • TA Specialities Cyclotourist crankset, 48/42/28, 170mm 
 • Shimano 115mm square taper bottom bracket 
 • Shimano 9 speed 12-36 cassette
 • MKS XC-III pedals
 • Suntour AR front derailer
 • Shimano XTR MD-952 rear derailer 
 • Suntour XC Pro seat post 
 • Brooks Conquest saddle
 • Wheels Mfg. brass housing ferrules
 • Sim Works x Nissen brass cable ferrules
 • Sim Works x Nissen brake and shift housing 
 • Sim Works x Hoshi
 • M5 brass socket head screws
 • Shovel Research M5 brass slotted screws

 Larger pictures here: 
 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_gXuRvwsKYVjG7GLMqFf2KGhPrYRNlp3/view?usp=sharing

 Thanks for lookin'! 

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[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

[Ryan Frahm]

I meant to put on the listing and forgot… I also have a set of Rich built 
cliffhanger wheels with White Industries hubs front and rear. Wheels have 
4-500 miles like the frame. Very nice wheels of course but not quite as 
spendy as the Sugar set with some use. With those wheels maybe $3500 is a 
better deal for someone?

On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 4:38:18 PM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote:

> [image: B414C93E-86E6-47E9-9F76-5FCD4A1E37EE.jpeg][image: 
> 871130E7-A72E-4F9D-9880-C035FD4D722C.jpeg][image: 
> D74EFB62-6BA6-439B-8DC5-3547DAEDAE1D.jpeg]
>
> On Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 9:21:13 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote:
>
>> [image: 77FC4744-B1FF-4403-8C3E-F8B6F9122F75.jpeg][image: 
>> FCADB7EA-E8A7-4109-A3B4-3742F8072E3B.jpeg]
>>
>> On Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 9:20:26 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote:
>>
>>> [image: 95302D0C-F5C7-4A64-B924-9AE914701B79.jpeg][image: 
>>> 873B4F93-7B81-4CE1-BD27-8D38063046CB.jpeg][image: 
>>> F3EE6092-DC1D-4BAF-9711-E99021E82707.jpeg]
>>>
>>> On Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 9:17:58 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote:
>>>
 I want to say first off that I really love this bike! I ended up 
 picking up a Clem H to use as my commuter so that the Susie wouldn’t get 
 as 
 beat up. Turns out, I like the Clem almost as much in reality and a few 
 things have happened recently so I’m listing this one.

 Wolbis/Susie, I got the frame in April ‘22 size Large/56 Dark Gold 29” 
 wheels.

 Sugar Wheelworks build SimWorks Standalone (Cliffhanger) wheels with 
 CX-Ray spokes, White Industries MI5 rear hub and Son 28 up front. These 
 wheels have less than 50 miles on them. 

 The pictures show Rene Herse Fleecer Ridge tires but I’d plan to put 
 the Ehline 2.5” back on. They have not quite 500 miles on them. Tubeless 
 with Orange Seal. 

 Rivendell 2 piece crankset 32/22 some scratches near the spindle drive 
 side but otherwise like new. New Race Face BB. 

 Nitto S65 seatpost. 

 MKS Bear Trap pedals. Scratched cages but still good shape. 

 Tosco 65cm with 135mm FacePlater stem. 

 Paul Components Love Lever 2.5 with Paul Motolite brakes. (Not 
 pictured, it has been cold and I haven’t been riding this bike in the bad 
 weather, they’re new in the box)

 Jim 7 speed cassette 13-42 with Sram GX 10 speed derailleur and Silver 
 shifter. KMC 10 speed EBike chain rated for 4500 miles. Works great with 
 lots of low range. Manual shift up front but the 22t is really just a bail 
 out if it gets really steep. 

 I plan to keep the rear rack, Edeluxe light and saddle. I also have new 
 grips I just haven’t put on. Small chip inside the chainstay close to the 
 front of the tire. Asking $4000 plus shipping OBO. Thanks for looking!

 I can get better pictures but I just wanted to get it listed for now. 
 Let me know what you’d like to see, emailing pictures is easier than 
 posting a bunch. 

>>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Suntour XC Pro 28.6 MicroDrive FD

[JW]

VTW,

I saw the light and went with an XT M737, should be in early next week. 
Will report back with how it works!

Jared

On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 10:16:54 AM UTC-8 vhans...@gmail.com wrote:

> Jard in SLO, CA, 
>
> Why matey?   LX and XT hyperglide from the same era work way way way 
> betta.   I am never one to rain on anyone's parade but simply please don't 
> do it.  It's a great idea, in the 90's I definitely drank that kool-aid.  
>  But the bottom line here is it doesn't work as advertised.  Shimano works, 
> feels, and looks way way better. OR is this a wall hanger?  
>
> VTW
>
> On Thu, Jan 26, 2023 at 12:51 PM JW  wrote:
>
>> Bump, still looking!
>>
>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 9:27:39 AM UTC-8 JW wrote:
>>
>>> Hey group,
>>>
>>> Looking for a Suntour XC Pro 28.6 MicroDrive FD for the compact triple 
>>> on my Platypus.
>>>
>>> Please respond off list if you have something that fits the bill.
>>>
>>> Thanks :)
>>>
>>> Jared in SLO, CA
>>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Suntour XC Pro 28.6 MicroDrive FD

[Victor Hanson]

Hyperglide works tremendously good!!!

On Fri, Jan 27, 2023 at 11:26 JW  wrote:

> VTW,
>
> I saw the light and went with an XT M737, should be in early next week.
> Will report back with how it works!
>
> Jared
>
> On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 10:16:54 AM UTC-8 vhans...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Jard in SLO, CA,
>>
>> Why matey?   LX and XT hyperglide from the same era work way way way
>> betta.   I am never one to rain on anyone's parade but simply please don't
>> do it.  It's a great idea, in the 90's I definitely drank that kool-aid.
>>  But the bottom line here is it doesn't work as advertised.  Shimano works,
>> feels, and looks way way better. OR is this a wall hanger?
>>
>> VTW
>>
>> On Thu, Jan 26, 2023 at 12:51 PM JW  wrote:
>>
>>> Bump, still looking!
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 9:27:39 AM UTC-8 JW wrote:
>>>
 Hey group,

 Looking for a Suntour XC Pro 28.6 MicroDrive FD for the compact triple
 on my Platypus.

 Please respond off list if you have something that fits the bill.

 Thanks :)

 Jared in SLO, CA

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[RBW] Re: FS: Tumbleweed Rack, Jones Bar, Schwalbe Tires

[Joe D.]

Jones bar and grips have sold. Thanks everyone.

On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 8:03:08 AM UTC-7 Joe D. wrote:

> Big Ben tires have sold.
>
> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 12:59:37 PM UTC-7 Joe D. wrote:
>
>> Tumbleweed rack has sold.
>>
>> On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 3:39:08 PM UTC-7 Joe D. wrote:
>>
>>> Jones Bar/Grips and Tires
>>>
>>> On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 3:37:21 PM UTC-7 Joe D. wrote:
>>>
 Rack pictures.



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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Rosco Platypus 50cm Purple

[maxcr]

For other Rosco Platypus seekers, this looks like a great deal for a 60cm 
purple: 

https://www.rivbike.com/products/60cm-rosco-platy-demo-bike

Max
On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 3:22:36 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:

> Nice! Is it the 55 I mentioned or did you find a 50? 
>
> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 7:22:33 AM UTC-8 dane...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> You guys weren't wrong! Will sent me a photo of a complete demo they are 
>> selling. 
>>
>> -Dan
>>
>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 10:48:30 PM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote:
>>
>>> I guess the odds are that Rivendell is completely sold out but I have 
>>> always learned to call and ask. I have gotten all kinds of sold out stuff 
>>> from them because they "didn't know they had it" or "forgot to list it"
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:59:18 PM UTC-5 DavidP wrote:
>>>
 About $400. (+ what Joe said)

 I ended up buying a regular/swoopy Platy but it was the Rosco (and its 
 price) that first got me thinking about the possibilities of a Riv 
 step-through.

 -Dave

 On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 5:56:23 PM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com 
 wrote:

> What’s the diff between the Platy and Rosco Platy ?
>
> On Tue, Jan 24, 2023 at 2:46 PM Joe Bernard  wrote:
>
>> Also of anybody wants the 55 Mermaid Rosco Platy prototype it may 
>> still be there. I thought Riv was going to post it for sale but I've 
>> never 
>> seen it..call em up! 
>>
>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 2:44:02 PM UTC-8 cjus...@gmail.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Regarding end of year stock:  They were restocked on the site at end 
>>> of year with a limited amount and have all sold.
>>>
>>> Regarding Crust:  I think they just have the Platy in stock, not the 
>>> Rosco Platy.
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 11:16:26 AM UTC-6 eliot...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Crust has all sizes right now. You don’t even have to pay twice for 
 shipping.

 On Tue, Jan 24, 2023 at 5:23 AM Johnny Alien  
 wrote:

> Maybe you should call and ask Rivendell. They said at the end of 
> the year that they had some back stock of all sizes and colors of the 
> Rosco 
> Platy. Its not listed on the site though. 
>
> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:59:31 AM UTC-5 dane...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> Hey.  
>>
>> Curious if anyone here might have one they are looking to sell?  
>> Could be a frameset or possibly a complete.
>>
>> Thanks
>> -Dan
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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Rosco Platypus 50cm Purple

[Ryan]

Call Riv...you might get lucky

https://www.rivbike.com/collections/riv-garage-sale?mc_cid=8b1b264f50&mc_eid=0074b52ae1

Oops...sorry looks like it's gone

On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 4:19:28 PM UTC-6 maxcr wrote:

> For other Rosco Platypus seekers, this looks like a great deal for a 60cm 
> purple: 
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/products/60cm-rosco-platy-demo-bike
>
> Max
> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 3:22:36 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
>
>> Nice! Is it the 55 I mentioned or did you find a 50? 
>>
>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 7:22:33 AM UTC-8 dane...@gmail.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> You guys weren't wrong! Will sent me a photo of a complete demo they are 
>>> selling. 
>>>
>>> -Dan
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 10:48:30 PM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote:
>>>
 I guess the odds are that Rivendell is completely sold out but I have 
 always learned to call and ask. I have gotten all kinds of sold out stuff 
 from them because they "didn't know they had it" or "forgot to list it"

 On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:59:18 PM UTC-5 DavidP wrote:

> About $400. (+ what Joe said)
>
> I ended up buying a regular/swoopy Platy but it was the Rosco (and its 
> price) that first got me thinking about the possibilities of a Riv 
> step-through.
>
> -Dave
>
> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 5:56:23 PM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> What’s the diff between the Platy and Rosco Platy ?
>>
>> On Tue, Jan 24, 2023 at 2:46 PM Joe Bernard  
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Also of anybody wants the 55 Mermaid Rosco Platy prototype it may 
>>> still be there. I thought Riv was going to post it for sale but I've 
>>> never 
>>> seen it..call em up! 
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 2:44:02 PM UTC-8 cjus...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Regarding end of year stock:  They were restocked on the site at 
 end of year with a limited amount and have all sold.

 Regarding Crust:  I think they just have the Platy in stock, not 
 the Rosco Platy.

 On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 11:16:26 AM UTC-6 
 eliot...@gmail.com wrote:

> Crust has all sizes right now. You don’t even have to pay twice 
> for shipping.
>
> On Tue, Jan 24, 2023 at 5:23 AM Johnny Alien  
> wrote:
>
>> Maybe you should call and ask Rivendell. They said at the end of 
>> the year that they had some back stock of all sizes and colors of 
>> the Rosco 
>> Platy. Its not listed on the site though. 
>>
>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:59:31 AM UTC-5 
>> dane...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>>> Hey.  
>>>
>>> Curious if anyone here might have one they are looking to sell?  
>>> Could be a frameset or possibly a complete.
>>>
>>> Thanks
>>> -Dan
>>>
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[RBW] WTT: 2 Nitto stems

[jamin orrall]

I have two stems:

Nitto lugged 80mm, 26.0 clamp
Nitto technomic deluxe (not the tallux) 80mm, 26.0 clamp

I am looking for 90mm versions of both of these, want to trade? I can send 
pictures if you are interested.

Thanks!
Jamin

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[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

['Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Eric,
I finally got to view your superb YouTube video - wonderfully relaxing! (As 
well as informative, of course.)
I loved all the attention you put into the headbadge, too. You may already 
know, but a gal in Philly, Jen Green, does custom head badges and does a 
great job. (She works in bronze too, but maybe not brass.)  
Revolution Cycle 
Jewelry: https://www.headbadges.com/store/c2/Headbadges.html
I had her make a Bontrager badge a few years ago for my CX bike that I had 
Keith Bontrager build for me in 1989. 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/48051561606/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/albums/7215770445842
Paul Germain
Midlothian, Va.

On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 6:06:27 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote:

> [image: MB-2 230115 S 00 Complete.jpg]
>
> Hi all — I just finished up a build, it's a 1985 Bridgestone MB-2. I have 
> a full build video up over here: https://youtu.be/gJPnbpzjbKg
>
> [image: MB-2 230115 S 01 Complete.jpg]
>
> I purchased the bike as a complete from Marketplace, it was stock but for 
> the saddle and tires. Everything was removed and I passed the frame over to 
> Rob Gassie at Bing Bicycles. He added some rack mounts to the fork and seat 
> stays, changes some the cable guides, added a third bottle boss to the 
> downtube and two additional bottle bosses to the underside. He also 
> stripped the frame to raw steel. 
>
> [image: MB-2 230115 S 02 Headbadge.jpg]
>
> Instead of paint I went for a raw finish. There are two applications of 
> patination acids, with and without heat, followed by clear lacquer and wax. 
>
> [image: MB-2 230115 S Rear mech.jpg]
>
> It's built up with a mix of parts from across time, all silver. 
> De-anodized some black Paul cantilevers and also de-anodized an XTR 
> RD-M952. Dead stock WTB grease guard headset purchased from Jacque Phelan. 
> Lots of Suntour, some TA cranks and modern parts from Japan. Crust x Nitto 
> Shaka bars, MKS bear trap pedals, Nitto cable hanger. 
>
> [image: MB-2 230115 S Downtube.jpg]
>
> I had some custom brass headbadges made with the old Bridgestone logo 
> which I shaped and finished. 
>
> [image: MB2 09 SM Head tube.jpg]
>
> Velocity Atlas 26" wheelset with a Kasai dynamo hub up front and an XTR 
> M900 in the rear. Front wheel by Rich at Rivendell, rear built by Andre at 
> my local bike shop. I'm running Rene Herse extra-light tires with a Rat 
> Trap Pass in the back and a Humptulips Ridge in front. 
>
> Many thanks to members here for helping out with parts when I needed them: 
> Trevor B., Dave H., Liz S. and Patrick M. 
>
> • Velocity Atlas 26" 32/32 wheelset
> • Rene Herse Antelope Hill, extra light
> • Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass, extra light
> • Shimano XTR M900 rear hub
> • Kasai 32H front hub
> • Schmidt Edelux II polished headlight
> • Busch + Müller light mount
> • Crust x Nitto Shaka handlebars, 54cm
> • Newbaum's cotton bar tape, white
> • Suntour Bar-Con shifters
> • Suntour Superbe levers
> • Paul Neo Retro cantilever brakes, front
> • Paul Touring cantilever brakes, rear
> • Hunter Nugz barrel adjusters
> • Dia Compe yoke hangers
> • Fairweather x Nitto stem-mounted cable hanger
> • Nitto Technomic 6cm stem, 26.0 clamp 
> • WTB New Paradigm Grease Guard headset 
> • TA Specialities Cyclotourist crankset, 48/42/28, 170mm 
> • Shimano 115mm square taper bottom bracket 
> • Shimano 9 speed 12-36 cassette
> • MKS XC-III pedals
> • Suntour AR front derailer
> • Shimano XTR MD-952 rear derailer 
> • Suntour XC Pro seat post 
> • Brooks Conquest saddle
> • Wheels Mfg. brass housing ferrules
> • Sim Works x Nissen brass cable ferrules
> • Sim Works x Nissen brake and shift housing 
> • Sim Works x Hoshi
> • M5 brass socket head screws
> • Shovel Research M5 brass slotted screws
>
> Larger pictures here: 
> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_gXuRvwsKYVjG7GLMqFf2KGhPrYRNlp3/view?usp=sharing
>
> Thanks for lookin'! 
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Rosco Platypus 50cm Purple

[Johnny Alien]

I believe its gone because Dan bought it.

On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 10:06:24 PM UTC-5 Ryan wrote:

> Call Riv...you might get lucky
>
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/collections/riv-garage-sale?mc_cid=8b1b264f50&mc_eid=0074b52ae1
>
> Oops...sorry looks like it's gone
>
> On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 4:19:28 PM UTC-6 maxcr wrote:
>
>> For other Rosco Platypus seekers, this looks like a great deal for a 60cm 
>> purple: 
>>
>> https://www.rivbike.com/products/60cm-rosco-platy-demo-bike
>>
>> Max
>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 3:22:36 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
>>
>>> Nice! Is it the 55 I mentioned or did you find a 50? 
>>>
>>> On Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 7:22:33 AM UTC-8 dane...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 You guys weren't wrong! Will sent me a photo of a complete demo they 
 are selling. 

 -Dan

 On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 10:48:30 PM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote:

> I guess the odds are that Rivendell is completely sold out but I have 
> always learned to call and ask. I have gotten all kinds of sold out stuff 
> from them because they "didn't know they had it" or "forgot to list it"
>
> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:59:18 PM UTC-5 DavidP wrote:
>
>> About $400. (+ what Joe said)
>>
>> I ended up buying a regular/swoopy Platy but it was the Rosco (and 
>> its price) that first got me thinking about the possibilities of a Riv 
>> step-through.
>>
>> -Dave
>>
>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 5:56:23 PM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> What’s the diff between the Platy and Rosco Platy ?
>>>
>>> On Tue, Jan 24, 2023 at 2:46 PM Joe Bernard  
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Also of anybody wants the 55 Mermaid Rosco Platy prototype it may 
 still be there. I thought Riv was going to post it for sale but I've 
 never 
 seen it..call em up! 

 On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 2:44:02 PM UTC-8 cjus...@gmail.com 
 wrote:

> Regarding end of year stock:  They were restocked on the site at 
> end of year with a limited amount and have all sold.
>
> Regarding Crust:  I think they just have the Platy in stock, not 
> the Rosco Platy.
>
> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 11:16:26 AM UTC-6 
> eliot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Crust has all sizes right now. You don’t even have to pay twice 
>> for shipping.
>>
>> On Tue, Jan 24, 2023 at 5:23 AM Johnny Alien <
>> johnny@gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Maybe you should call and ask Rivendell. They said at the end of 
>>> the year that they had some back stock of all sizes and colors of 
>>> the Rosco 
>>> Platy. Its not listed on the site though. 
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:59:31 AM UTC-5 
>>> dane...@gmail.com wrote:
>>>
 Hey.  

 Curious if anyone here might have one they are looking to 
 sell?  Could be a frameset or possibly a complete.

 Thanks
 -Dan

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