[RBW] FS: Swift basket bag, fillet bullmoose

Swift sugarloaf basket bag- steel/gray color. Very gently used, nearly new- 125$ shipped Nitto bullmoose- the newer riv bend ones and the nicer fillet brazed ones rather than the tug welded. Gently used, maybe a couple insertion marks. - 125$ shipped Please pm for pics and anything else. --

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

If you want to be picky, the Wilbury and Glorius are the same exact bike except for paint and decal/headbadge. Same with the Betty Foy and Yves Gomez. If you really want to be picky, the A Homer Hilsen is just a bigger Saluki. In fact, if I remember correctly, Rivendell was selling the smaller

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

Interesting list you have, the only model I never had heard of is the Mountain Exped. very cool looking bike. Thanks for the time you spent to get us that information. On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 7:37:32 AM UTC-7, Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote: > > With Gus Boots-Willsen in the

[RBW] Re: Best baby bike seat?

Yup, get da Yepp. Got one for my nephew around 1yo and it was his favorite thing, he would pat his head to let us know he wanted to put his helmet on and ride! Not only are you cradling them up front but they get to see the world as you roll, rather than just your back. Yepp to strider bike to

[RBW] Re: Best baby bike seat?

Throwing my hat in the ring for a Yepp Mini front seat. Holds up to 33 lbs. I used for both of my kids. I can't remember when I started, but I want to say 18-24 months. You need to get a bike with enough top tube so have room. I'm short (5'7") so it's an issue for me, and I had some trial and

[RBW] Re: WTB: Black road wheels

Oh I got some. Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Best baby bike seat?

I’ve really enjoyed the Thule Yepp Nexxt Mini the past few months on a Clem and our 14mo. old loves being front and center... and I love having him right there in front of me where I could easily engage with and talk to him during the ride. The seat also unlocks and disengages easily for an

[RBW] Re: WTB: Black road wheels

Check out Williams cycling On Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 4:49:01 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I'm looking for 100/130 road wheels with black hubs/spokes/rims for my > Sparkly Orange Roadini. > > Thanks, > Joe Bernard > Novato CA. > -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Soma San Marcos - Size 54

I checked the specs and it’s at least an inch too big for me. And I ride 54s. Odd. Sorry. Patrick On Tue, Sep 18, 2018 at 3:50 PM RDS wrote: > $400 + Shipping to continental US. > > > On Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 7:52:56 PM UTC-4, RDS wrote: >> >> Soma San Marcos size 54 - Frame, Fork,

[RBW] Re: Building out New Old Stock 2009 Sam Hillborne

Hi Thomas, I made a standoff like the Acorn one, but if the bag wasn't full or had heavy stuff in it then it sort of collapsed back around the standoff, so I stopped using it. I just bought some coroplast to see if I can make a stiffener for it that will help solve the problem. Acorn uses

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Ian, your post was a good reminder for me to re-view this Jones plus video , the first 4 min of which includes the explanation of exactly what you referenced ... how long wheelbase doesn't have to mean long chainstays, and how Jeff designed the bike

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Huh, I couldn't read the tire info on the Blahg bike, but yeah, those definitely look like 650b. Fake news? Harry definitely said 3 inch tires though! Also, I have a rigid 650b-plus 3" bike and it is a lot of fun. Like, just plain fun. Riding it is like being reminded of how fun it was to

Re: [RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

Thanks all, I’ll wait until everyone weighs in and make the changes. If possible list the RR issue, catalog or blug post that references your proof point. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: FS: bars, shorts, pedals

Eric - I’d go $15 shipped (cheapest method) on the mks pedals. Could use a set for my beater. On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 6:40:09 PM UTC-4, Eric Daume wrote: > I'm continuing to clean out my parts bin while I slowly build my bike fund > reserve for possibly a new Jones purchase

Re: [RBW] Jobst on 650b?

Jobst must've made the kind of money to permit buying a range of bags in order to provide such criticism. My Nelson Longflap was on my Rambouillet for a ride across the country and has been on the back of my daily commuter for eleven years straight since. I have had the occasion to end up with

Re: [RBW] Jobst on 650b?

>From a current threat on lubricating or just using faster jockey wheels, >among the veterans and survivors at rec.tech: ‘If I recall, that crap with Jobst started when I rode with him and he was climbing in a 48-19. I suggested that he could probably do a better job at his age with a 39-25

Re: [RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

Thank you, Marty.The Long Low was not part of the original trio (Road, All-Rounder, Mountain) in 1994. It came a couple years later, as something more sport-toury with better clearance than the Road Standard. I'd have to go home and pull out readers to see what the year was.Thanks,Jim

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

I thought the Rodeo came out in 2009? On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 2:07:30 PM UTC-4, Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote: > > Corrections anyone? Got these dates from one of the links above and a > quick review of BLUG archives going back to 2010. Some dates could be > argued as to when

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Thank you - good to hear confirmation/hope. The blahg bike looks pretty clear to be 650b. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

I see a lot of discussion about 650b and 2.8" tires. For whatever it is worth, when I went to Rivendell and was holding the fork I was told it was designed for 700c and a 3" tire. (Though I'd bet smaller frames would be 650b) Ben -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: FS: Soma San Marcos - Size 54

$400 + Shipping to continental US. On Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 7:52:56 PM UTC-4, RDS wrote: > > Soma San Marcos size 54 - Frame, Fork, Headset (FSA). I am the 2nd owner > (I think) and the first owner did not ride the bike. I probably rode it > less than 20 miles. Frame is in good

[RBW] FS: bars, shorts, pedals

I'll take the large shorts -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Aspen Aurora

Patrick, you capture the light perfectly in this set of photographs! What a beautiful place. Your posts often, and this one in particular, remind me of one of my favorite Wendell Berry poems: i Make a place to sit down. Sit down. Be quiet. You must depend upon affection, reading,

[RBW] FS: bars, shorts, pedals

I'm continuing to clean out my parts bin while I slowly build my bike fund reserve for possibly a new Jones purchase (LWB/unicrown fork, I already have the wheels for some reason...) Pictures and more details are here: https://bikingtoplay.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-for-sale-post.html - Nitto

[RBW] Aspen Aurora

In which I recover slowly and am amazed how much more I can ride even as my brain recovers (see previous post) because of fixed gear riding, which gives my brain constant input as to where I am in space. What an amazing gift! https://thegrid.ai/withabandon/aspen-aurora/ With abandon, Patrick

Re: [RBW] Jobst on 650b?

On Friday, September 14, 2018 at 1:11:00 PM UTC-5, Ginz wrote: > > I recall an interview by Grant Petersen where Brandt agued against the > value of the longer flap on the Carradice longflap bags. Now *that’s* an > opinion. IIRC, he argued that if you want a bigger bag, you should get a bigger

[RBW] Hillbiking the Highlands

In which we car camp for aspen colors and have each and every plan thwarted by noisy neighbors with generators into the night or ATVs and motorbikes by day yet experience the awesome spleandour of autumnal aspen along the Continental Divide.

[RBW] Which Shutter precision Hub for my bike?

If you want one in 28h let me know. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

[RBW] Re: Best baby bike seat?

East Oakland has me wanting her as close as possible. The trailer will come in time but now it’s a hold her close situation! -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

[RBW] Re: Building out New Old Stock 2009 Sam Hillborne

Sorry I’m so late in seeing this. If you are still interested in any alternatives for managing your Country Bag, check out the wonderful stand-offs available from Acorn Bags. So inexpensive that it probably is worth it just to avoid making it yourself, let alone for the Acorn quality of the

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

The rear quarter Instagram pic of Gus at interbike, with his big ol’ fat tars, presents him so much better than the blahg pics. I think. Something about seeing him from that angle helps me imagine the his true structure. Gus is definitely growing on me! Tom -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Best baby bike seat?

Hi Justin, Have you considered a bike trailer, such as a Burley? They are safer in that, if you take a tumble on the bike, the trailer stays upright. No need for a tuck and roll maneuver! Many people mount a tall flag on the trailer as well to increase visibility for cars. Also, the child is

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

On 09/18/2018 03:55 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: masmojo responded to me (I'm almost certain). Masmojo asked two questions: 1.  "I maybe have 20 more years in me (max), what then?" 20 years until you give up cycling?  After that, enjoy walking, or reading.  20years of life?  After that,

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

i just saw Riv's instagram post of Will and Grant at the bike show and the new bike is in the background and from that angle, it looks bada$$. On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 4:15:02 PM UTC-5, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > I'm almost certain that a few months before he announced the MTB, he >

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

I'm almost certain that a few months before he announced the MTB, he mentioned a new rim in development. On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 3:57:35 PM UTC-5, ian m wrote: > > I wonder if Riv intends to support running something like a Cliffhanger > rim tubeless or if they plan on working with

[RBW] Which Shutter precision Hub for my bike?

700c wheel. No charging accessories necessary. Using Schmidt edeluxe II dyno light and Spanninga dyno tail light. PV-8? Looks like it is listed for this wheel size. 26-29 inch wheels. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FS: 700c wheelset, silvery gorgeous. DC/MD area but will ship if.

Forgot to mention: rear wheel is for 130mm dropouts. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

I wonder if Riv intends to support running something like a Cliffhanger rim tubeless or if they plan on working with a manufacturer to make a 650b non-disc rim appropriately wide for a plus sized mountain bike tire (or both??). Running a 2.8" tire at low pressure on a 25mm internal width rim

Re: [RBW] Jobst on 650b?

Page 29! Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 12:50:52 PM UTC-7, Ash wrote: > > > > On Friday, 14 September 2018 11:11:00 UTC-7, Ginz wrote: >> >> I recall an interview by Grant Petersen where Brandt agued against the >>

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

I think the real takeaway here is that the first decade of the 2000's was the golden age for Rivendell model names. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

I still have bikes with 27" rims and tires and French bottom brackets and French headsets - these haven't been put on new bikes for almost 40 years. I can still buy them NOS or new. It is easier now than it was 20 years ago thanks to the internet, E-Bay, etc. I can even get 27x1-3/8 tires now,

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

masmojo responded to me (I'm almost certain). Masmojo asked two questions: 1. "I maybe have 20 more years in me (max), what then?" 20 years until you give up cycling? After that, enjoy walking, or reading. 20years of life? After that, peacefully enjoy the afterlife 2. "what about the

Re: [RBW] Jobst on 650b?

On Friday, 14 September 2018 11:11:00 UTC-7, Ginz wrote: > > I recall an interview by Grant Petersen where Brandt agued against the > value of the longer flap on the Carradice longflap bags. Now *that’s* an > opinion. I didn't know anything about Jobst before this thread started. Now I'd

[RBW] Re: Billie Bar vs. Jones Loop H-Bar

This's a VERY helpful picture! I was thinking of grabbing a Billie when someone posts one for sale here. Now I may actually order one instead of waiting :) On Monday, 17 September 2018 08:30:09 UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Bill nailed it! - Max "about to make yet another if-I-had-to-have-just-one-bike purchase" in A2 On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 12:37:58 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Give me the worst case scenario for this worry. If you buy a Gus Boots > Willsen today and are sincerely worried

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

My turn to chime in. I just couldn't go out in the mid-September humidity and ride this afternoon so I'll write here instead. I will first say that yesterday when my 8 year old saw it he said "WOW, cool!!!" I also think it's very cool, and if I hadn't just got a new Atlantis this year it

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

I think you have Appaloosa and Cheviot reversed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

Corrections anyone? Got these dates from one of the links above and a quick review of BLUG archives going back to 2010. Some dates could be argued as to when announced vs when sold/delivered. 1. Road 1994 2. All Rounder

[RBW] Re: Best baby bike seat?

After some research I decided on a front seat for the potential to tuck and roll with the kid. I guess I can talk to her also. 邏 were going with a Thule Yepp Mini. I have had some really gracious offers from the list to sell me theirs but the wife wants a new product for this and I never buy

[RBW] Re: Best baby bike seat?

Hi Eric, Counterpoint: I really enjoyed having my kids on a front seat. I don't know if "safer" is accurate, or how one is measuring that. I had a Yepp Mini from ~1-yo to ~3-yo. My kids were on the smaller side. Unlike front bags, front seats don't effect steering in the same [flop] way as the

[RBW] Best baby bike seat?

Hi everyone, I'm just starting to research baby bike seats for my soon-to-be one year old. Any recommendations? I have a Sam with choco-moose bars and a Nitto rear rack. I read that rear seats are somewhat safer and have higher weight limits, so have some preference for a rear seat. Thanks,

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 8:12:43 AM UTC-6, tc wrote: > The more I stare at this particular huge-framed version of Will’s, the more > I’m convinced that Gus here is the result of a sneaky late-night union > between young Brompton Willsen and his girlfriend Clementine Boots... > >

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

The "worry" isn't for me so much; I am a "Bikie" & I would anticipate such an issue, but I maybe have 20 more years in me (max), what then? OR, what about the scores of people who buy Rivendells based on their sort of lifestyle status & at their core are not bike people? They won't even think

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

There was a thread a couple years back that had a lot of them, I remember commenting on it because I had just been doing my own trawl through the Readers and a lot of the info was still right at my fingertips as a result.

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

. I'd love the year of release next to each name Sounds like you just assigned yourself to some entertaining PI work. You have access to all the readers, how hard could it be? > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Give me the worst case scenario for this worry. If you buy a Gus Boots Willsen today and are sincerely worried about specific components, you should buy a couple extra of those specific components. What are they? The only ones I can envision are wide enough rim brake rims in 584. Buy three

[RBW] Re: New Mtn Bike = Clem L for Me?

Kill the thread! Why? Because I love the new bike and want one. Sorry, Clem. We're done again. Always the bridesmaid, never the bride. How was I supposed to know Hill was going to be the perfect bike for Arizona? How was I supposed to know Grant was going to pen my exact thoughts about mountain

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

Wow. You bring together two of my favorite things: words and random data of questionable value. Yup, a kindred spirit. I'd love the year of release next to each name On Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 7:37:32 AM UTC-7, Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote: > > With Gus Boots-Willsen in the

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

A Riv can still be ridden quick, and of course can be built many different ways to capitalize on efficiency; the owner doesn’t have to build the bike as a cruiser. I do understand your point though. I have to put some thought into this new one, as I was hoping for a Rivendell to ride on my

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

When I was in Walnut Creek, I spoke to Will & he was pretty excited about it. Honestly, I was expecting something along the lines of a Surly Ogre with rim brakes (& longer chain stays). I too worry about components; not now, but 10 years from now. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Moi aussi. If there is one thing I have developed in the second half of my century (serendipitous pun), it is that I am not in a hurry. Oh, wait, no, it's that I no longer care that I'm not fast, and therefore not in hurry ;-). On Monday, September 17, 2018 at 7:09:02 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard

[RBW] WTB: Roadeo 57cm

Hello, I’m new to the group, but have been cycling for the better part of my almost 40 years. I’ve had steel bikes from the beginning, and a Riv seems to be a natural progression. This might be a long shot, as most folks seem to buy and hold their Rivs, but I would really love to get a 57cm

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Just to provide a counterpoint: I think that the technical climbing technique you describe isn't for everyone, and I think that that's the market Grant's "Hill" bikes are going for. I rode a standard hardtail mountain bike before building up my Clem and found climbing on it challenging. If

Re: [RBW] Jobst on 650b?

An enjoyable interview with Ray Hosler about his riding with Jobst. https://www.mamnick.com/blogs/journal/a-continued-conversation-with-ray-hosler -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: FS: NOS Rosco Bubbe v.5 frameset (the green one) $800 shipped

Still for sale. $800/ shipped Thanks, Paul On Tuesday, 10 July 2018 16:30:53 UTC-7, Paul M wrote: > > > On Thursday, 21 June 2018 09:28:18 UTC-7, Paul M wrote: >> >> Hi, This frame fits a true 700x43c tire with a 135mm rear spacing. >> Rivendell did promote it as a road oriented frame

[RBW] Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

With Gus Boots-Willsen in the queue now, I'd like to reflect for a moment, and project for another. Although I personally prefer a traditional lugged diamond frame, I have never not wanted to see what Grant & Co come up with next. In the years ever-since 1994, they have come-up-with-next 31

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Again, I question that you've actually ridden any of these bikes you call cruisers... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: The ups and downs of my Clem Smith Jr

The Billie bars may be what you are looking for. I tries several bars, including Bosco and Aherne+MAP, on my MIT Atlantis. The Billie bars stayed. YMMV. On Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 4:51:21 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: > > The good news about my Clem is that I've been riding it a lot more

[RBW] New "Hill" Bike is Posted

The more I stare at this particular huge-framed version of Will’s, the more I’m convinced that Gus here is the result of a sneaky late-night union between young Brompton Willsen and his girlfriend Clementine Boots. I’m thinking Gus was a hard delivery; the forceps curved his TT a bit. Grant

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Not trying to be a troll but I share this sentiment and wanted to offer feedback as the owner of three “racier” models (Custom Road, Waterford built AHH and a Legolas). I’m glad others are psyched and hope these sell well. But I just don’t get it... Rivendell laid the groundwork for the mixed

[RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

Are you saying Genghis wasn't PC? One of the most engaging histories I've read in the last 10 years is "The Empire of the Steppes: A History of Central Asia", by Rene Grousset, featuring the fearsome trio of Atilla, the aforementioned Mr. Khan, and Tamberlain. What a story, and well-told. In

[RBW] WTB singlespeed.

Steel, 700c, frame or complete,good tire clearance. Anyone have one? I’d love a simple one or Quickbeam but interested in hearing what’s out there. 55-56 cm preferred -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] WTB: 12cm Nitto Tallux AND 10cm dirt drop

Hi To complete two projects I need a: * 12cm Nitto (preferably a 25.4 Tallux, Technomic could be OK as well) * 10cm Nitto Dirt Drop If you have something you'd be willing to ship to Berkeley, CA --- let me know ! Thank you - Jay -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Billie Bar vs. Jones Loop H-Bar

Super super helpful, Keith! Thanks a million! On Monday, September 17, 2018 at 10:30:09 AM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote: > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an