While I'm hemming and hawing over Reid's Joe Appaloosa for sale, I find my
eye also wandering over to the new MIT Hilsens. The sizing looks good, love
the color, nary an extra tube to be found (though I'm warming up to the
extra tubes). But, it uses the long reach R559 type brake. I've used this
br
I see no mention of what the brake pads were that you tested. In
long-ago days, I recall Bicycling magazine testing brake pads and
discovering that in the wet, the salmon Kool Stop compound was
dramatically better than others in the test.
On 12/4/18 7:40 AM, Eric Daume wrote:
While I'm hemmin
So both of my RBW products are off-line for refurbishment. The 1995 Road
Prototype developed a crack in the left chainstay near te BB shell. Allen Wanta
in Clearwater FL has it for replacement (He'll use Columbus or Dedacciai
instead of the Reynolds 753-heavy wall) and will re-spray it. It will
Kool stop salmon pads on the R559, whatever random (regular black) brake
pad I had installed on the V brake.
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018, Steve Palincsar wrote:
> I see no mention of what the brake pads were that you tested. In long-ago
> days, I recall Bicycling magazine testing brake pads an
I will just add that you could use good center pull brakes as well -
Paul's, Dia Compe GC700(?), others? I do have R559's on a 650B conversion
(with Kool Stop pads) and have been ok with those (and absolutely love the
bike!) but I will be using Paul's and Kool Stop's on my AHH. I don't
expect
I have a dyno hub and a USB Werks that I use to capture my power generated
during the day. I like to leave the wires on but they have gotten
corroded. Any way to weatherproof them? Internal USB connection is rusted
thus charging is not reliable. Ideally I'd like an inline switch. Long
stor
I'd like the banana sack. Let me know if this email is the same for Paypal
and what shipping will be to 28205.
Thanks
Pam
On Monday, November 26, 2018 at 7:51:09 PM UTC-5, Tim Bantham wrote:
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> Hello Rivendell Friends,
>
> I have *four* Sackville Bags up for sale. Price does not include
> ship
You could try Swiss Stop blue pads.
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Corroded where? At the connection to the hub? Perhaps grease might
help? I used to have a chronic problem with corroded connections for my
wired-on bicycle computer, but dielectric grease fixed that once for all.
On 12/4/18 8:39 AM, Pam Bikes wrote:
I have a dyno hub and a USB Werks that I u
Eric,
I've found Tektro 559's to be suboptimal for 650b conversions, mostly
because they had to be at the bottom of the slot to make it work. I believe
Tektro 559s on a bike like the Hilsen with 65mm brake reach will feel much
better.
Even still, you can put Paul Racers on these, and they will
Fun projects! Post photos after the paint/builds.
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Good morning everyone, curious about adding a second Rivendell. I
currently have a Bombadil, and would like something a little more sporty
for my daily fitness rides. I am larger than most, 6 3, 280 and am looking
at a Sam and an Appaloosa. I wont ride fast at this size, but get a good
12-15
Hi Dave,
I've had both, and am around your height. I rode both for fitness, camping,
and fun, and you really can't go wrong. My 64cm Sam might have been a bit
"sportier" but that was likely as much a factor of the drop bars and light
wheels as anything. My 62 Appaloosa is a touch more versatil
I have won I can find this evening. Let me know if you need one.
On Monday, December 3, 2018 at 7:55:48 PM UTC-8, Eric Karnes wrote:
> Hi all-
>
>
> Setting up a new drop bar build. Anyone have a spare set? If so, PM me
> off-list. Thanks!
>
>
> Eric
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Ditto on the photos... the 1995 Prototype sounds like. holy girl bike for
sure!
Karl
Nashville, TN
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 6:58:25 AM UTC-6, Fullylugged wrote:
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> So both of my RBW products are off-line for refurbishment. The 1995 Road
> Prototype developed a crack in the left chains
Dave, you’re good on any Riv bike sized for you. I’m 200 lbs and ride my
Quickbeam (similar to AHH in stoutness?) on steep, rocky, rooty mountain
singlestrack with a 30 lb saddle bag and it does brilliantly. Seriously, a
non-issue. Give Riv a call and they can talk you through it.
With abandon,
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 10:38:26 AM UTC-5, Reid Echols wrote:
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> Hi Dave,
>
> I've had both, and am around your height. I rode both for fitness,
> camping, and fun, and you really can't go wrong. My 64cm Sam might have
> been a bit "sportier" but that was likely as much a factor of th
I currently ride my wife's Sam Hillborne canti version. It's great!
If you want sporty, have you tried looking at the MIT Homer Hilsens as well?
-Phil
Arlington, VA
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 10:31:15 AM UTC-5, DaveS wrote:
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> Good morning everyone, curious about adding a second Rivendell.
Know it's a long shot, but looking for a Grand Bois 36 hole rim to match a
front wheel build. Anyone have one they do not have plans for, I would
appreciate it greatly.
Thanks,
Karl
Nashville, TN
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It's funny that you replied Reid, it was your Appaloosa that started me
down this alternative path!
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 10:59:58 AM UTC-5, DaveS wrote:
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> On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 10:38:26 AM UTC-5, Reid Echols wrote:
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>> Hi Dave,
>>
>> I've had both, and am around yo
I went through this a while back. I had a hunq and wanted something for
quicker rides, so i got a sam. The sam was great, but i felt like even the
sam and hunq were pretty functionally equivalent. I eventually sold both,
got an Atlantis. I fulfilled the lighter bike hankering with a series of
v
Bag the notion of a different bike. What you have is seriously nice.
Instead... get another set of wheels: light wide rims and Compass tires.
Saving a pound on the frame is expensive. Saving a pound on the wheels is
easy...
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 9:31:15 AM UTC-6, DaveS wrote:
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> Good
Let me ax you a question. Wood you purchased a slightly used Gransfors
Bruk 415 for 115 shipped? I went out on a limb and purchased the 415
earlier this year. I also purchased a couple different Silky Japanese pull
saws. The pull saws just grab my attention first and work well for my
trail c
Maybe try levers with different cable pull rating. I find the low-end shimano
aero levers Riv sells and tektro road levers work well with cantis and normal
reach (57 mm) brakes. But have not used them with 559s.
mike. SLO CA
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Wally, I LOVE my Silky saw for trail clean up. Amazing how quickly it cuts
through even large trees. If you bikepack at all, and use a small wood stove or
fire, the hatchet is very handy. I use it (or my Buck knife with an “on site”
hammer of some sort) to split wood I’ve sawn for making a swiss
Speaking of campfire bottles, Phil, your Frances is Campfire (beer) Bottle
green, true?
Mike SLO CA
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Patrick,
I have the Katanaboy 500 for the big jobs when I know there's a bigger
downed tree on a trail.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo4FH-8hTEU/
A Big Boy I'll take out w/ me in general if I know there were high winds
from any recent storms. And a Gomboy that I'll bring on the bikepacking
tri
Thanks Will, I didn't see that one coming!
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 11:40:27 AM UTC-5, Will wrote:
> Bag the notion of a different bike. What you have is seriously nice.
> Instead... get another set of wheels: light wide rims and Compass tires.
>
> Saving a pound on the frame is expens
Mine’s the Bigboy 2000, a measly 14” blade. But “big” trees in Colorado aren’t
as big as your neck o the woods. Grin. I’m pretty sure I have the Wildlife
Hatchet, same head as the hand-hatchet but a longer handle for greater
leverage. Great tools!
With abandon,
Patrick
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+1 on going with the second wheel set.
I've never taken a ride on a Bombadil, but I have a 2013 Hunqapillar, and
it's really fun & zippy with 38mm Compass tires, even on Atlas rims. I have
one Cliffhanger wheel set for 50-55mm tires, and an Atlas wheel set for the
38-44mm tires. Try out narro
Pam, yes same Email address. I'll send you a direct message.
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 8:42:35 AM UTC-5, Pam Bikes wrote:
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> I'd like the banana sack. Let me know if this email is the same for
> Paypal and what shipping will be to 28205.
> Thanks
> Pam
>
> On Monday, November 26, 2018 at
Beautiful bike craig!
Love the rat traps?
Chris
Sunnyside, NY
On Monday, 3 December 2018 18:16:11 UTC-5, Craig Montgomery wrote:
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> I've gone through all those permutations, including Bullmoose, on my AR
> over the past two decades. Have short arms/torso which makes positioning
> problemati
Regardless of brake caliper I’ve found that using compressionless housing of
some kind and a the right lever goes a long way. For some reason the Paul canto
levers just feel stronger to me and correspond with better braking.
I prefer my Paul Racers on my Saluki to my rXXX long reach Tektros on
I'm looking for mid-weight (typical winter jersey weight) sweater and vest
for mid-layering in cold weather; something to wear over a jersey and, if
need be, under a shell. I'm looking in both cases for designs with high,
zipped or buttoned necks, like the Rivendell Wooly Warm vest and its
long-sle
I recently swapped out the OEM cheepo dual pivot front brake on the Hon
Solo for a 559; pads near the bottom of slot. The 559 is better, but not as
hugely better as I had hoped, despite the Kool Stop salmon pads. I have to
say that this must be the nature of the beast.
On Tue, Dec 4, 2018 at 7:15
Bruce,
Fun for sure! Like getting two new bikes. What are you using for decals? As I
recall, Ram decals are no longer available.
Looking forward to the photos.
Best regards,
Rich in ATL
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I'm inspired by the new shipment Riv has of the Gransfors Bruk Hatchet, but
not for me. My son is turning 10, and at some time in the past, probably
when he was 5, I told him he could get one when he turned 10. Little did I
know he would remember. He's a handy and inquisitive fellow, and my
working with another list member, we found a source in MS who made them for us
at a reasonable price. They came out pretty well I think, and I'll post
pictures after the job is done.
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018, 7:49:17 PM CST, RichS
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Bruce,
Fun for sure! Like getting two new
Has he experience with proper care and use of knife? A hatchet is the same
thing, but will cause more harm faster, so we’ve waited until several years of
knife experience and proper care (usually starting at 6-7) with our daughters
before they got to handle the hatchet.
With abandon,
Patrick
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My son was ready at 10, but he grew up in the forest and had helped me deal
with fire wood for years. He was very responsible with handling an axe (and
a knife) so he was definitely ready. Ultimately you have to make the
judgement on his maturity, level and his capabilities.
Your son sounds matu
Ten seems like the right age to me, but all children are different.
I’d say trust your judgment, and trust your kid. It worked out for my kid (in
my opinion).
My friend was over with her 14 month old, who just LOVED running around in my
back yard. He was standing next to a metal yard-art thing w
I teach art and basic woodshopping to kids this age. I’ll second the idea that
it’s about building up to it, skillwise, rather than a specific age. I’m also
not sure it’s a responsibility issue either. There are certain safety things
you just learn with practice and exposure. I’ve had very respo
I have a set of unused Paul Racer Medium brakes w/ pads and a funky monkey
1 1/8th stop. Looking for a set of nice Racers with longer reach for my
project. Prefer silver or high polish. I can send pics. Have the brake
boxes and and unused set of Kool stop salmon thinlines.
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I taught 2nd graders how to prepare a meal using kitchen knives, measuring and
cooking over open flame. Do the hatchet. Teach well and you’ll give him
confidence for life.
-J
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You let your child out on his own on the streets of DC at 7-10 years old?!?!?!
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Sounds like a Minutemen B-side.
Jeff Hagedorn
Los Angeles, CA USA
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