That's an excellent setup! This Sam can do anything/go anywhere!
Question: which tires are those? This's probably the widest tires I've
seen on a Sam.
On Tuesday, 8 September 2020 at 12:00:18 UTC-7 greenteadrinkers wrote:
> My Sam in Southern Vermont yesterday...
>
> [image:
Orange. The filter throws it off a bit.
On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 10:04:26 PM UTC-5, Joel wrote:
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> Great color. What is it?
>
> On Tue, Sep 8, 2020 at 10:43 PM Nathan Mattia > wrote:
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>> Just got mine ready for Back to School
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>> [image: C3DA6C76-60D0-447D-ABD3-0E93B04E9AC6.jpeg]
I would say the Ram is in between the Homer and Roadeo. It doesn’t have
braze-ons for racks which is one of my negatives for touring, although you
can use the fender mount for racks. I weigh 150 and my Homer felt good and
even springy (Is that what planing is?) when I had about 25-30 lbs on the
Hey Luke,
I have one. Please PM me at ashwath at gmail and I'll share the
details/pics.
On Wednesday, 9 September 2020 at 08:00:29 UTC-7 Luke Whitmore wrote:
> Greetings,
>
> I am looking to buy a Billie bar if anyone is interested in selling one.
> Thanks!
>
>
> best,
>
>
> Luke
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Hello Everyone
Just back from a 3-hour ride with my best friend Ryan, who fell in love
with my Rivendell! We have a convert.
Looking for a 53cm newest-version MIT Atlantis for him, if anyone would
like to sell. Open to a frame alone or complete bike!
Thanks!!!
Paul
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These have sold.
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 3:48:55 PM UTC-5, David B wrote:
>
> Title says it all!
> Switching to Wavie bars that just came in. Time to set these free.
>
> Nitto Albatross Bars
> Cromo.
> 55cm width.
> Used - tape residue from wrapping grip area and curves. It'll come
Hello Ash
Thank you for your note. I really appreciate the advice and photos.
Yes, I also concluded that the 53 is right for me, and it does seem to
measure super-long. I like Billie Bars, which come way back already, so a
short-ish stem should work just fine for me. Do you find that the
Where does the Ram fit in compared to the Homer? A friend did a tour down
the coast with a Homer a few years ago & enjoyed the trip, no bike
problems. RBWHQ did tell him that Homer was intended to be a touring bike
but they are also pretty conservative about such things.
A definite
They don't look any realer when you're standing right in them. I fell
asleep at about 4AM last night and woke up at about 9. It took a few
minutes to figure out whether it was daytime; the light coming through the
windowshaded east-facing in my bedroom weren't any brighter than they'd
been
Hey Paul,
It's been a busy day I have not had a chance to catch up with this thread.
Regardless, thought I'd share couple of pictures and my two cents.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16-STunfWYCEndP2nIAWrJ6RRfnCyYYm5?usp=sharing
I'm 5'7" with 81cm PBH. First I picked up a 53cm
The Bear Fire is to the north and the Creek Fire is to the south. Neither
is close enough to be a concern for our safety. They shut off our power
around midnight on Monday. We have a generator so we can keep the well
going and power most of the house, but it can't run the AC. The smoke is
66° in Marin, I can't really feel the smoke in my throat but the smell is
strong and I sound raspy. The last part I didn't realize 'til I sent a
couple voice texts yesterday and discovered I sound like Burgess Meredith
in Rocky!
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 3:04:25 PM UTC-7 ted wrote:
>
Yes, a tire that blows off a rim can put the rim out of true
On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 11:31:47 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote:
> On Sep 8, 2020, at 8:10 PM, Eric Norris wrote:
>>
>> Matthew:
>>
>> When you say the “rim was bent,” do you mean that
>>
>> 1) the wheel is out of true,
"Can you feel the heat from the fires? "
Actually its relatively cool today, I think because the smoke is reflecting
the sun thereby neutralizing that big radiant heat lamp in the sky.
If you are close enough to feel the heat you should have already left.
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at
San Francisco at 1 p.m today. The air quality is surprisingly ok and
temperatures in the mid 60s.
[image: fire.jpg]
Jan
San Francisco, CA
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I've done long randoneurring rides on my 650b converted Ram. It was
definitely one of my favorite bikes ever, and was only replaced because I
got an even nicer custom Riv. It had a front Mark's rack with P-clamps and
a rear saddlebag. Never any handling issues. I've used larger saddlebags
than
Kim, the firefighters - yes, I can’t even imagine. My brother was a Hotshot and
you’d never believe the stories he has to tell. The working conditions are just
unreal. God be with them.
Joe - Vegas is harsh but not so many natural disasters here. And really, most
of the year the weather is
I should add that I choose my load carriers as much for their unladen
handling as their loaded handling. The Ram handled well unladen, of course.
On Wed, Sep 9, 2020 at 2:59 PM Patrick Moore wrote:
> I did no touring with my blue model, but I did carry many sizeable rear
> loads (Tubus Fly rack
I did no touring with my blue model, but I did carry many sizeable rear
loads (Tubus Fly rack in case it makes a difference) and the Ram performed
well with rear loads up to about 35 lb. More than that and the handling
started to get a bit "wandery" but it did as well as the 2003 custom, which
Title says it all!
Switching to Wavie bars that just came in. Time to set these free.
Nitto Albatross Bars
Cromo.
55cm width.
Used - tape residue from wrapping grip area and curves. It'll come off with
rubbing alcohol - or leave it if you intend to tape the curves too.
$40 plus actual shipping
"And it’s not just CA on fire, but now several states in the West. It’s all
a lot to take. How is everyone? Are you guys all safe out there? How’s your
breathing? What about your homes?
Gosh, I’m just so sorry. Let us know how you’re doing.
Leah"
A year ago I marveled at the crazy climate Leah
I hope your daughter went to south Ashland. Almeda Drive fire burning up
the 5 from the north side of Ashland, towards Medford.
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Maybe it will help shave the mud off?! But yeah, that looks a bit tight,
and my tires are bigger at 2.6. We'll see where the braze-on placement puts
them on the yet to be delivered 700c fork redo. (Don't be all jelly--yours
is actually in your possession and ridable!;^)
On Wednesday, September
When the Rambouillets first were advertised in the planning works, do you
guys recall who (Ted King?) did a dirt ride parallel to I-80 through the
Humboldt Basin / Lake Lahontan (east of Reno) on a Rambouillet? That got me
interested in the bike. The same test bike was on the floor at Riv,
Matthew Williams photos of Berkeley looks like here in San Luis Obispo all
day so far. No observable sun disk. Closest fire is Dolan fire, mid Big Sur
coastline. Fire has gone over the ridgeline and headed for Fort Hunter
Liggett. Ash falling past two days. Very disheartening.
Mike Godwin,
And keep in mind sunrise was at quarter to 7 this morning.
Twenty miles down the IHT from RBW WHQ at 12:30 it is still dim as a
typical dawn but with a very odd yellow color cast.
At least the AQI at ground level is only mid moderate.
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 11:54:28 AM UTC-7, Matthew
Beyond the pandemic, failure politics, economic downturn, schools
starting up virtually, devastating fires, and ongoing brutality
against black and brown people -- now we have environmental
devastation. I'm having an incredibly hard time seeing light at the
end of this tunnel.
We cannot simply
I feel that Leah.
It’s been heartbreaking.
I hope this cooler weather will help- those dear firefighters must be so
exhausted.
On Wed, Sep 9, 2020 at 11:34 AM Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! <
jonasandle...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Hello All, I’ve been seeing the photos that Rivendell has been posting
Moderate air quality here in Carmichael/Sacramento right now, but pollution
levels have been all over the place recently. Reminds me of Stage 2 smog alert
days growing up in Southern California. Everything here was sepia colored
yesterday.
--Eric Norris
campyonly...@me.com
Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy
Hello All, I’ve been seeing the photos that Rivendell has been posting of the
land during the fires and the best word to describe it was Will’s...which was
“hellscape.”
And it’s not just CA on fire, but now several states in the West. It’s all a
lot to take. How is everyone? Are you guys all
Hi Kim. Build looks great! Mine is a 56/L, and they/we are/were waiting on
forks for these, hopefully came/coming soon. Though honestly have been lazy
and still have not put together the wheels. Also a little concerned about
my brakes, I think they may be on the short side at 108ish . I have a
By any chance, did you buy the one off eBay being sold by Walter? I
messaged him a few times about the bike and decided I needed something a
little more rugged, but man...that bike was very tempting.
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 10:00:23 AM UTC-5 mpc...@gmail.com wrote:
> I personally
Hi Andy,
Thanks for sharing your experience - would you mind sharing pictures of the
Coast?
Tom
El Cerrito, CA
On Monday, September 7, 2020 at 2:45:13 AM UTC-7, ascpgh wrote:
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> I rode my Rambouillet across the country on the Adventure Cycling Trans-Am
> route, Western Express route. Not
Awesome insight, Rich...I'm definitely on board for an X-Small Saddle Sack!
Ben
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 10:39:54 AM UTC-5 RichS wrote:
> Enthusiastic X-Small Saddle sack user here. Sufficient storage for just
> what you describe carrying on an hour or so ride.
>
> Best,
> Rich in
The title says it all. Looking for a 56 steel Albatross bar, preferably
clean and no rust. For those that may not be ware, the cr-mo Alba
originally was 56cm wide. I've had a 55 and sold it, so no interest there.
Price with shipping to 43952, Ohio.
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As a note in general about viewing frames on the Riv website. They use
the same background for every bike they photograph. I used to remember how
many centimeters there is in between each line, if someone recalls please
do share. Using that same backdrop makes it easy to spot differences in
Enthusiastic X-Small Saddle sack user here. Sufficient storage for just
what you describe carrying on an hour or so ride.
Best,
Rich in ATL
On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 10:25:33 PM UTC-4 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote:
> Good info! I have a rear rack and roll-up panniers that I use to commute
>
yea, not sure that applies here unless i want a serious gap between the
fender and tire. where it currently sits provides the perfect relationship.
On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 7:47:36 AM UTC-4 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote:
> That's what I thought, too...
>
Greetings,
I am looking to buy a Billie bar if anyone is interested in selling one.
Thanks!
best,
Luke
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I personally just purchased a Ram that was sitting in a garage looking
beautiful but not being used. I've been wondering how hard I can push it,
especially on dirt/gravel. So, Andy, thank you for your insight here. The
more I read the more I'm gleaning that this bike should NOT be too heavily
I HAVE the following new, unused items:
- (1) Sackville Happisack (at least I don't think it's a "medium" because
it has a single top strap, but I've had it a while). *Grid grey*.
- (1) Sackville small Trunk Sack. *Grid grey*.
- (1) Nitto 32-F front campee rack.
I NEED the following items,
Kevin - I'm also interested, though I have nothing to trade. I sold all my
Riv's to group members years ago when I was going through a tough time. The
medical condition I had is now resolved, and I've been wanting to get back
on a bike again!
On Monday, September 7, 2020 at 12:07:44 PM UTC-7
Bump $35 each
EricF
Vancouver BC
On Wednesday, 2 September 2020, Eric Floden wrote:
> Local pickup only...3 available @ $CDN42 each. Bought new by me this
year. (Sigh)
> https://www.mec.ca/en/gearswap/post/659543
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> EricF
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55cm Frank Jones on eBay
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Frank-Jones-single-speed-bike-frame-55-limited-edition/184436176907?hash=item2af140b80b:g:QqEAAOSwfN1fVV56
On Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 7:11:41 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote:
> This thread is for Rivendells you've found on eBay,
Bump... thought I'd give this another chance here before moving it over to
eBay. Let me know if you're interested.
Thanks for looking,
David
On Sunday, August 30, 2020 at 9:24:35 AM UTC-4 David Wadstrup wrote:
> couple more photos..
>
> [image: IMG_1951.jpeg][image: IMG_1950.jpeg]
>
> On
Straight up in the air- from center of front axle . if there was an
imaginary line to top of headset cup- connects at about 58mm.
(But measuring up the fork angle to the cup, is about 55.)
>From center of seat tube - just above the seat stay, to center of head tube
is about 62.5.
On Wed, Sep
I forwarded your message to my buddy. At this point I am not sure what he
is going to do. I know he did not want priests for this bike. If he is
interested I will get back to you, that is if he let’s me know.
Thank you Laing.
Joel
On Wed, Sep 9, 2020 at 7:51 AM lconley wrote:
> I PM'd but
I PM'd but I don't think it went through.
I have a pair of wheels with 27 x 1-1/4 Araya alloy rims. The hubs are
Raleigh sealed bearing, The rims also have Raleigh stickers on them. They
are Presta stem style rims. They have a little vertical (~10mm - 3/8")
extension around the valve hole
Hello David and Kim,
Thanks for your notes, and for the picture and measurements.
If one of you could do the following measurement for me, I'd be extremely
grateful:
- Could you please measure from the center of the front wheel axel a in
straight line to the top of the headset (but not
Paul,
Still finishing up my 53 Susie but it’s done enough to give you some
measurements of head tube versus seat tube heights:
The head tube itself is 23 cm long but I don’t have a Clem L for
comparison. (It is 7 cm longer than the head tube of my 51 Appaloosa.)
Measuring from the top of
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