The Appaloosa is a more pretty bike than Clem, but the complete 2016 Clem H
bikes are selling for $200 off, that is, $1300 complete. (fenders extra).
I could not argue with $1300 for a complete Rivendell. I just got mine
this week, a 65cm in Mustard.
I also 2nd the thoughts for keeping the Rom,
As a Hillborne owner and commuter, I'll second Jim's thoughts. Since you
already have the Romulus with narrowish tires for road riding, I'd go to the
other end of the spectrum with an Appaloosa (follow your instincts) or the Clem
with the fattest tires you can put on there with fenders (since y
Weth- That is a beautiful conversion. I really like the look and it is a
beautiful bike. I never considered switching the wheels. I haven't seen
many Romulus bikes without the drop handlebars and that never crossed my
mind. I really enjoy the Romulus but liked the idea of having a bike with
d
I'll be taking a trip to the closest reseller either next week or the week
after and will keep all your comments in mind. I'll give you an update.
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Ya, Erl's conversion is pretty sweet; it's what motivated my temporary
conversion. I had 42mm hetres on my sidepull romulus when I converted it
and still had good space for fenders. Converting dropped the bb about 5mm
which i (over) compensated with by a 10mm reduction in crank length. Works
I have an Atlantis. So that's my backstory.
I'd get 650B wheels for the Rom. If you could run 38s with fenders, you'd
be in pretty good shape for commutes.
On Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 10:35:57 AM UTC-5, Jonathan Donehower wrote:
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> This is my first post. I have been commuting regularly no
I'm officially #7. Orange is a non starter because the nature of the decals.
As always, Grant and Roman indulged and humored me. Some threw lavender in the
ring which could be real cool.
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Jay,
Your hand-filed reinforcement plates came out really nice!
Anton
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On Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at 2:53:12 PM UTC-4, Jay wrote:
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> Eric,
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> I created a custom reinforcement plate for my daughters Jack Taylor using
> a stock 1" aluminum strap that can be found at most local h
The center hole is for the bridge mount. Most bridges on bikes specifically
designed for fenders will have a threaded boss on the bottom of the bridge,
oriented toward the axle. For bridges with a brake bolt, you can still
mount a fender using a 90 degree bracket bolted to the brake bolt.
Anton
Congratulations! Root beer brown would be fabulous!
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I suppose since the moderator told me to use this post, I better do it.
Thanks for spreading the word about this. I didn't know it existed.
If anyone wants to help me buy a rack for my new handlebar bag to go on my
new-to-me and first Rivendell ever Rambouillet, I'd sure appreciate it!:
http:/
Wonder what our count is up to now? I'd think the next step would be to expand
the news of this bike to the Riv website to generate some more exposure and
interest beyond the closed group email
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Just got off the phone with Roman. I am now on the list.
Hoping for the root beer brown but I am sure about any color will be great.
> On Mar 23, 2017, at 10:51 AM, sameness wrote:
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> Related, I didn't see it spelled out anywhere and I don't yet have wheels for
> this rig, but Roman confir
If those photos don't convince a person who wants an upright commuter, also
good for light touring that a 650b Romulus could work, I don't think
anything good. Truly wonderful looking bicycle you have created there WETH.
IanA
On Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 1:53:58 PM UTC-6, WETH wrote:
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> If y
Hey Drew,
I've ridden:
On-One Midge. Shallow Drop, but maybe not as wide as you're looking for,
and honestly, a good first dirt drop bar, but not my favorite. Just not
enough space for the hands in the drops.
Currently riding: The Gary 2 Bar by Origin8. It's 25.4, but you could use a
shim for t
reminds me of the way I drew seagulls when I was a kid, I guess I draw them
that way now too...
On Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 2:04:04 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
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> I'd install them just for the look.
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Since you have Romulus already (a great one!) I say go to the other end of the
spectrum and get the widest clearance you can - that's Clem! Huge tires fit on
that baby.
-Jim
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> On Mar 23, 2017, at 8:22 AM, Jonathan Donehower wrote:
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> This is my first post. I have been
Bravo! Love the look of the reversed Alba.
On Thu, Mar 23, 2017, 16:07 Ryan Fleming
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> I'm glad you made it work! That is such an elegant and unique color
> scheme and it is a beauty...wonder if Choco-norms would have worked too.
> Anyway I'm glad you found a way to keep what is a very s
I'm glad you made it work! That is such an elegant and unique color
scheme and it is a beauty...wonder if Choco-norms would have worked too.
Anyway I'm glad you found a way to keep what is a very special bike
On Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 1:57:17 PM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
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> This bike is no long
If you go the 650b conversion, I converted my Romulus to 650bx 38 with long
reach brakes. I fit fenders too. It rides nicely.
https://www.flickr.com/gp/86975051@N08/d2QRC7
Safe cycling,
Ps: you didn't mention the Cheviot as a model you are considering, but I like
mine and think it would fit yo
I briefly owned a Sam, circa 2013-14. I believe that Riv has made minor
changes to them since my model (Waterford, IIRC -- green, 56 X 59, and with
wonderful IRD cantilevers) but unless they've changed the tubing hugely
(or, "bigly"), the Sam would make a wonderful load carrying bike, at least
for
There's been a number of people on list who have converted their
Rambouillets to 650b with a 42mm tire. That could be an option for your
Romulus with long reach brakes. In terms of upright riding, i like drop
bars (Noodles) at around saddle height - I much higher to rob me of
climbing ability,
Since you are getting a very good consensus opinion on the Appaloosa, let
me throw a curveball.
Get rid of the Romulus and buy a Sam, set up with drop handlebars but
higher than the Rom. The Rom is a classic 'not-dumb' road bike, but it's a
road bike. Move it on to somebody who's going to us
i would probably eliminate clem from the running, and then i would use
choice of bar/position as deciding factor between sam and joe. i think
either could do what you want it to do. neither one is too lightweight for
what you describe. both are super versatile.
and you probably do need 45mm
I would definitely avoid carrying a tandem on a hitch rack; just way too
much risk. Even if you are super cautious, you can't depend on other
drivers not to hit it while parking or changing lanes. We use the Yakima
sidewinder with the front wheel facing the rear over either our Prius or
Gulf
I think I am picking up a little bit a consensus.
The Appaloosa would be the first choice. I could dial in the fit better and
great overall bike if in my budget.
The Clem is a great second choice and depending on budget might be moly first
choice. Also with a rivendell it seems like they are
I love the Romulus but would like an option for fatter tires and a more upright
position. I can only fit 28 marathons with fenders. I really like the Soma
handlebars and think it would be great to have a more relaxed bike that could
trails and handle the bumps on the commute. My first bike I bo
Related, I didn't see it spelled out anywhere and I don't yet have wheels
for this rig, but Roman confirmed they're 135mm rear spacing.
Jeff Hagedorn
Los Angeles, Ca USA
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> My commuter (15 miles one way) is a black Clementine (now called Clem L)
> with a front rack & basket, fenders and front dynohub, 1x9 gearing, 650B x
> 41 Fatty Rumpkins, Nitto Jitensha flat bars at the moment. In my way of
> thinking the step-through frame is the only way to go for commuti
Given that you already have a Romulus, the Sam will be closer to that than the
other two.
There is another option that would allow both you and your wife to use the same
bike, get on the list for one of the Roscoe Mtn Mixte.
As of yesterday, they had five people committed and wanted eight to ma
Pink, Hot (Roadeo) Red, or lavender.
Jeff Hagedorn
Los Angeles, CA USA
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Agree on this list. I own an Appa and I'd recommend that over the Clem if
that doesn't break your budget and you don't see singletrack in your
future. I don't think it's overkill for what you want to do, and covers
such a broad range of riding that it can adapt well to what you've listed.
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You're welcome ... but you can thank me (and the group) better by posting
pictures once you've got it built up. :)
On Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at 4:14:30 PM UTC-7, Bob Lovejoy wrote:
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> Thanks Ed, much appreciated. When I lived in Denver, finding M4/M5/M6
> bolts, especially stainless, were f
Short legs/long torso is definitely something to consider, especially if you're
using pullback bars. My PBH is 79-ish, which I thought would put me on a 45
Clem. The reach was too close, so I sold it and bought a 51 Appaloosa. Better,
and suspect I could even ride a 55 Appa if I didn't care abou
Hi Jonathan,
Why isn't the Riv Romulus your first choice for commuting?
What do you like/dislike about the Romulus?
I think answers to the above might inform your decision.
Good luck!
shoji
On Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 11:35:57 AM UTC-4, Jonathan Donehower wrote:
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> This is my first post.
if you carry a lot of weight and ride more bumpy roads i would go clem
if you carry a lot of weight and ride smooth single track, pavement, or
dirt roads, i would go appaloosa
if you carry stuff on your commute that is able to fit in a basket, i would
get the sam.
if you're going to ride uprig
This is my first post. I have been commuting regularly now for over a year
and ready to buy a new bike with my wife's support. We will be going to one
car and VW will partially subsidize this purchase with the Diesel Scandal
settlement. I am struggling to decide which model to buy and was wond
This rack is out of stock @ RBW.
Looking for a used one to put on my Cheviot.
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Number #1 votes for orange or Porsche red
Charlie
On Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at 7:52:50 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote:
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> As reputed #4, I second both of Conway's suggestions, maybe in reverse
> order. But it is very disturbing that there is not a single orange speed
> demon in my stable
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We've got one 51 and one 46 Butternut Appaloosa left in stock. Complete
bikes. Can box and ship. $2300 plus the actual cost of shipping from
Indy. Feel free to contact us directly. info AT a1cyclery DOT com
Thanks!
Chris Wiggins
Owner
A1 Cyclery
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Check out the RetroGrouch Blog for 14 March 2017. Good video of the rim
shattering at 40km/hr
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A friend just got this and it is just stunning. I felt it was worth
sharing. Plus Roland built a bike for something bigger than 28s so that's
something right.
http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/2017/03/rare-bird-della-santa.html
And apologies in advance because I'll probably post this to the iBob
I ride for exercise, and I'm riding 3 bikes with different riding positions
- drop bar road, semi-upright moustache, and upright Map bars.
I try to ride each every week, because each uses different combinations of
core muscles and thigh muscles.
(The 3 bikes also shift differently, and the ch
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