First, I'm sorry about your friend.
Sunset is extremely hazardous. I was driving on an unfamiliar 2-lane
highway a couple months ago headed straight into the sun and had a few
moments where I literally couldn't see ANYTHING..I couldn't have pulled
over because I didn't know where "pulling over
I gotta admit that it was an impressive shot!Sunrise/sunset are definitely dangerous times to be on the road. I used to ride with a very experienced cyclist here and he used to organize Bike Friday rides since he owned a few. He always wanted to do the Pacific Coast tour and finally got a chance on
I support that idea dude
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 4:50:17 PM UTC-7 larson@gmail.com wrote:
> Looks great! I have thought about an Atlantis set up with knobby tires and
> a bullmoose bar as my mtb.
>
> On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 2:00:41 PM UTC-5 Luke Hendrickson wrote:
>
>> Imma rev
Paul – I’m about 50/50 with how I handle things if I’m being honest! What I
wrote above is my hoped for attitude once out on the road.
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 2:19:12 PM UTC-7 Paul Clifton wrote:
> In terms of responding to bad driving, I've had the best luck with Luke's
> approach, but
I entirely agree. I mostly successfully avoid giving those unskilled auto
drivers the finger. However, as I wave in a friendly way, but with my heart
burning, I think how I’m still giving the rotten person my middle finger,
just camouflaged by its four friends.
Dave, who does not trust any driver
Hi all, looking to buy a Nitto 34F Big Font Rack.
If you have one in decent shape that you’d consider parting with please let
me know.
Thanks!
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I was a teenager during the 1970s bike boom and loved riding my 10 speed
everywhere. I rode for fun, fitness, socializing, commuting, errands, and
eventually competition. I came to believe the bicycle could help transform
our culture, bringing a more humane pace to our lives. I no longer believe
Heyo,
Going through some changes on the ol' Joe Appaloosa. All prices are OBO.
I have a completely unused SKF square taper bottom bracket that I no longer
need. It was a warranty replacement from earlier this year that hasn't even
been installed. 113, JIS, BSC and currently $169 from Rene Herse
The AHH uses Oversized (OS) tubing (1-1/8" TT & 1-1/4" DT), which is more
rigid than Standard (Std) tubing (1" TT & 1-1/8" DT) which most of the
frames discussed are. The extra 1/8" increased diameter results in a OS
tube having about the same rigidity as a Std tube which is thicker by
0.2mm.
Hey Doug,
I’ve used P clamps in the past to mount lights on racks that didn’t have a
mounting tab.
The P goes around the tubing and the studs or screw go through the hole and
the nut secures it in place.
Hardware stores with those drawers full of miscellaneous specialty items is
where I’ve alw
For anyone that is not familiar with these, they are possibly the finest
handlebar bags on the market. I have one of this size and a medium for my
Saluki. I found it best to mount with a decaleur, such as what is sold by
Velo Orange, for extra stability on the rack.
The rear bags are nice t
I rode the Mississippi Trail some years back solo on my Saluki, which is a
Homer under the decals. Rear racks, front decaleur mount rando bag. Very
stable handling when loaded. (get the trail guide book if you do this. Lots
of good info). You can tour on a Homer. Today, Apidura and others make
Looks great! I have thought about an Atlantis set up with knobby tires and
a bullmoose bar as my mtb.
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 2:00:41 PM UTC-5 Luke Hendrickson wrote:
> Imma revive this thread with my dream Riv. I’ve since added dust caps to
> the crankset, but otherwise this is as it ap
Hi Jim,
I could use another clamp setup.
Reply to this email with your PayPal address or other details and I’ll send
payment and physical address.
Thanks much,
David Lipsky
Berkeley, CA
> On Oct 10, 2022, at 3:20 PM, Jim S. wrote:
>
> bump. 2 of these are still available. Price drop to $45 e
Here's a link to more photos:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/ALkq9kzAXWfgKTM69
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 6:03:25 PM UTC-5 Jim S. wrote:
> This is a nice bag. It's in very good shape.
>
> Here's a link to the product description:
>
> https://www.acornbags.com/products/tall-rando-bag?variant=9075
here's a link to more photos:
https://www.acornbags.com/products/tall-rando-bag?variant=9075503169580
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 6:03:25 PM UTC-5 Jim S. wrote:
> This is a nice bag. It's in very good shape.
>
> Here's a link to the product description:
>
> https://www.acornbags.com/products
My wife has the Front rack on her daily driver (Surly LHT). I got it for
her because I couldn't find a better alternative for supporting her large
Wald basket at the time. It is indeed very heavy (2# or so) but so, so
stout, with multiple attachment points, and hardware for life. I would have
f
bump. 2 of these are still available. Price drop to $45 each, shipping
included.
On Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 3:29:35 PM UTC-5 Jim S. wrote:
> yup, all 3 are available.
>
> On Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 2:53:35 PM UTC-5 mcgr...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Hi, Jim - any of these still available? I w
I don't have a Sam - but I do have two Surly front racks and love their
ruggedness and function. Perfect for lowrider, and also mounting a basket.
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 3:45:12 PM UTC-6 John Bokman wrote:
> I've been super pleased with the Tubus Tara setup on my Sam (converted to
> can
I think they will sell pretty quick but not as lightning fast as they did
during the pandemic.
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 4:13:58 PM UTC-4 Eric Daume wrote:
> There is still one Rosco Plat in 60cm of each color available, so maybe
> supply and demand are balancing out. At least for the talle
In terms of responding to bad driving, I've had the best luck with Luke's
approach, but I only use it seldomly. One time a car sped around me when
there was a lot of oncoming traffic and didn't give me nearly enough space,
and I could tell the driver felt a little panicked, and if I hadn't gotte
Found one from someone here on the list. Thanks, all :)
On Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 2:29:00 PM UTC-6 Chris K wrote:
> If you have a Choco bar you would like to get ride of, let me know.
>
> They are in stock for $120, so I guess I'm looking for deal, less than
> $100 shipped or some such.
>
I have a Shutter Precision, and a Shimano on two different bikes, and I
can't tell any difference, they’re both great. With this “delux”, it makes
less energy at slower speeds, which means for less resistance/notchiness,
but higher speeds gets me full power. This wheel is going on my
Rambouill
That's because your romanceur is a low trail bike with 36mm of trail as
opposed to the 55-60mm on typical Rivendell bikes. Conversely, that's why
the Romanceur won't ride well without a front load! That makes bikes like
that a specialized item as opposed as a bike meant for general riding that
I wrote this up a day or two ago and hesitated to post but after talking
with Ariel I've decided to share, apologies to Jim if it doesn't meet group
guidelines.
Last New Years Eve, 2021, my wife and I set out for one last ride of the
year, venturing through wine country just outside of San Lui
Spencer wrote me back and said they aren't coming this year. Maybe next
year, but maybe not until some time after that. Basically, it sounds like
it's a maybe.
I'm going to try the Seine Bar from Velo Orange:
https://velo-orange.com/products/seine-bar?variant=36019860832406
It has a little bit
There is still one Rosco Plat in 60cm of each color available, so maybe
supply and demand are balancing out. At least for the taller folks.
Eric
On Monday, October 10, 2022, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! <
jonasandle...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I can never tamp down my excitement over the Riv mixtes and h
I wrote this up a day or two ago and hesitated to post but after talking
with Ariel I've decided to share, apologies to Jim if it doesn't meet group
guidelines.
Last New Years Eve, 2021, my wife and I set out for one last ride of the
year, venturing through wine country just outside of San Luis
This is one of my favorite riv builds on here in a while! it'd be great to
see some more photo posted.
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 12:00:27 PM UTC-7 Matt Fitzgerald wrote:
> [image: IMG_4215.PNG]
> Thanks for the kind words, all! J and Leah, here is a photo of the
> drivetrain.
> On Wednes
I ran a porteur rack and large basket on my romanceur and never noticed the
weight. I'd be surprised when I took it off how much the rack+basket
weighed. Riding I found it to be no issue. I could load it up and it was
never an issue. I actually found it a bit too wispy unloaded - but I rarely
g
I can never tamp down my excitement over the Riv mixtes and have given up
trying. I’m SO excited that there is a paddle of Platypuses on the water,
heading to Rivendell as I type this. I remember the excitement of the 2020
Platypuses (which were delivered in 2021); they were gone in minutes.
He
Message sent for the stem, thanks!
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 11:59:24 AM UTC-7 Pedro wrote:
> Hi folks,
>
> A couple of pull-off parts from a Quickbeam I bought off the list a while
> ago. Located in Washington, DC. Happy to provide some discounts for local
> purchases. Pictures are here:
I definitely would tour with a Homer. Anything that can stand up to riding
on the kind of unpaved roads that Grant regularly rides on is going to
handle a load just fine! I actually think that the Homer is better built
and has a much better geometry than many other well known dedicated touring
As with all things, plans and reality don’t always coincide but in this
case my wife is very pleased with her new ride. Most of the parts were
assembled on an old Royce Union mixte test mule that served for the time
it’s taken to receive the Rosco Platy.
The saddle is her favorite… and still t
I was in Taichung over the summer on a bike tour and had my Taiwanese
cousin call Maxway to see if I could check out the factory (and see if
there was a seconds bin).
It didn't work out 😢
Josh in NYC
On Mon, Oct 3, 2022, 7:15 AM Eric Marth wrote:
> [image: Y21T02-frame.jpg]
>
> On Monday, Octo
I recall a Blahg post from the recent past in which they wrote about the
Silver V-brakes in development and posted a picture of the prototypes. Can
anyone point me in the direction of this post?
Plotting a new build and wondering when these brakes will be available and
what the arm length will
If you are in Virginia, you should file a police report.
On Mon, Oct 10, 2022 at 2:57 PM Luke Hendrickson
wrote:
> I aim to appear unskilled (wearing plain clothes only) and less attractive
> as a target (no flashing lights). I also take full lanes and aim to be
> visible as much as I can. I wou
Beautiful build, Emmet! I’ve also fallen under the spell of the 62cm
Atlantis. Knobby tires front (2.4”) and rear (2.3”) really complement the
overall build (friction with 12-32 in the rear and 44-32-22 in the front).
I was actually shredding on some trails daydreaming about what this would
loo
Accompanying Album: https://photos.app.goo.gl/4bGXtPryjGpsePdx7
Howdy all,
Just wanted to share my new 62cm Atlantis I received by way of Hope
Cyclery. While waiting for this bike to be built due to parts shortage, I
came across a Rambouillet that I have been riding religiously (maybe a post
[image: IMG_4215.PNG]
Thanks for the kind words, all! J and Leah, here is a photo of the
drivetrain.
On Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 6:55:35 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
> I don't know if I could live with no front brake lever to grab in an
> emergency stop - what if I forget it's coaster br
Hello, and thank you for posting this.
I was just about to order one to put on my, 'new to me' early aughts
quickbeam. I was curious on it's weight and how it would feel.
For years ( about a decade !) I had a Schwinn voyageur with the surly front
rack combo - ready to tour, ready to ferry an obsc
Great looking Atlantis! I’m also enjoying a long chain stay bike - a 64 cm
Homer Hilsen. Wonderful for touring with rear panniers on pavement and the
occasional tow path and gravel road. Handles 35 lbs of gear in the hills
and rough roads with an ease that I haven’t found in any of the other
t
I have the Soma Demi Porteur (rated to about 22lbs.) and enjoy it
thoroughly.
On Friday, October 7, 2022 at 6:32:07 PM UTC-7 Doug H. wrote:
> I have a light weight Soma Lucas front rack on my light weight Wabi
> Thunder and I like it. I don't need a heavy duty rack for heavy loads so it
> wor
Take a look at BBG Bashguard, who sell all bolt circles and styles and
colors and sizes of bashguards at very low prices. I've bought 2 from them
for non-technical (in fact, non-"bashguard") use to replace the outer ring
when I converted to sub-compact doubles, and they're nice looking --
elegant -
I found what I need, thanks -- in my bag of Ortlieb bits and bobs. I must
have bought 3 extra pairs instead of 2 extra pairs. Sometimes it pays to
look on the shelf.
On Fri, Oct 7, 2022 at 3:05 PM Patrick Moore wrote:
> With either knob or allen bolt.
>
> Happy to take singles from different peo
Sorry, I got the bibliographical citation wrong. This is the Matthews 1:1.
Matthews 2:1 is the 2020 Riv Road Custom clone built to accommodate a 114
mm OL SA AM hub.
On Sat, Oct 8, 2022 at 11:49 AM Patrick Moore wrote:
> Here is the BBG Bashguard outer "ring" on my Matthews 2:1 "road bike for
>
Yes!!! It looks wonderful. How’re you liking the action/shifting?
On Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 3:15:49 PM UTC-7 J Imler wrote:
> [image: 2E786F40-6A76-461D-9773-2626E7E9D69E.jpeg]
> HAD to have it. Necessitated a two pulley donor to be functional.
> On Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 7:44:20
I inquired with Spencer at Riv a while back when I got my set of bars. I
was told that 750mm sets are not actually a thing yet but they may expect
them in this coming year.I tried to find the email but think I deleted
it. I would suggest following up with him. I tried to find my email but
t
Hi folks,
A couple of pull-off parts from a Quickbeam I bought off the list a while
ago. Located in Washington, DC. Happy to provide some discounts for local
purchases. Pictures are here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/VBxXAXk2iCaV6a3y9
1. Nitto Campee Rear Rack - old 32R (?) - $160 + shipping: A
Longtime lurker and Riv owner here. Last summer while riding my Riv Road I
was run over by a truck rolling through a stop sign. I went down and the
truck rolled over my bike and right shoulder. It's spooky being under a
moving vehicle like that. I was pretty mangled, cuts, fractures, dislocated
Bob:
Have you tried the Tubus Grand Expedition front rack? It's not a tiny rack.
I've been running it for dirt touring/bikepacking and am very pleased with it
(as well as the rear counterpart).
Good luck in your search.
Scott
On Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 04:15:44 PM MDT, BobW
wrote:
You may reject Amazon, and I don't blame you, but Amazon has the lovely
chromo Tubus Fly for $88:
https://www.amazon.com/Tubus-Rear-Bicycle-Rack-Black/dp/B000SJ3JA6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27AANSDTSMAS8&keywords=tubus+fly&qid=1665362813&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjkwIiwicXNhIjoiMC44MSIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&s=spo
I aim to appear unskilled (wearing plain clothes only) and less attractive
as a target (no flashing lights). I also take full lanes and aim to be
visible as much as I can. I would rather annoy drivers and know that they
see me than try to be as small as I can and hug the curb and be doored.
Tha
Putting on the Admin Cap...
In the past I've pulled threads like this as they veered quickly and
strongly off topic and tended to end up in Polemic-ville.
I'd like to remind everyone, particularly newer members, of the narrower
focus of this group. It's by design and has generally served us we
I've probably linked to this page in a half dozen threads over the years,
but it seems appropriate again. This is from Peter White's website, from
back when he was a Riv dealer (and from the era when I bought my Ram.)
Perceptions change but, at the time, the Homer WAS considered a touring
bi
"So 99 percent of the time sharing the streets with motorists is fine. It’s
the 1 percent that is worrying. My anecdotal sense that aggressive and
distracted driving has increased is supported by data that shows that motor
vehicles accidents that cause injuries and fatalities have been increasin
I've been riding for many years in many places, and my worst experience
(one of very few dangerous experiences) was this past summer. Near my house
is a four-lane crossing over a freeway where the freeway is dug into a
narrow channel, so it's not a long crossing and does not require a climb.
Tr
Ken, you just reminded me of many years ago on a quiet countryside 2 lane road,
I was riding to the right and I assume it was kids that threw a full big cup of
ice filled liquid in what kind of car I have no recollection. Yea they got me
and I really wanted to get them but was too stunned. Peopl
*Preface: I don't condone my choice of action*
Years ago, I had a group of teens hit me with a full gallon-sized (or
metric equivalent) bottle of Gatorade thrown out the car window as they
swerved uncomfortably close to me. It was early morning and I presumed they
were on their way to school.
I
My son kind of has the worst ride to middle school possible here in Los
Angeles.
On a main commute artery, over a Freeway, up one steep hill, down the other
side, starting and stopping shoulder lanes... all during rush hour traffic
with no alternate routes.
It's fun, but less than ideal, and fa
Killer bike. I'm a PA native but live in Oregon now, gotta check out
Johnstown some time. I knew some BMXers from there years ago. I have a
60cm Appaloosa (very similar to Atlantis), while I haven't road toured on
it, I've done a few overnight, mostly gravel road trips with it and it was
a pl
Thanks to everyone for sharing their scrapes, scares and takes.
Pam, thanks for these great points about communicating, signaling and
looking at drivers. I use my bikes for everything I can, as well, though I
don't cover nearly as much ground as you! I was making a routine trip to
the co-op gr
Thanks for starting this thread, Eric.
As far as biking vs. motorists go, I’ve weirdly come to feel nostalgic
about the first few months of pandemic lockdowns, which showed how pleasant
urban biking life could be with cities devoid of motor traffic. It was calm
and easy; bikers and pedestrians
Pam,
Your summary of the things you do on the road, regarding placement and
communication, is excellent! I try to do all those things. I like that
humanizing look-back!
Regarding communication/signaling: if I'm in the lane and I need to be
there to avoid a close pass when there's an oncoming c
I would say loaded touring IS pushing the envelope for a Homer. Better
would be a Sam, best would probably be an Atlantis or Appaloosa.
I bought a Homer for not-so-loaded touring, and found it was not the bike
for the job for me.
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A Homer frame would have qualified as a touring bike frame back in the
seventies. Loaded touring might be at the edge of the envelope today, kind
of depends on how much you, the rider, weighs, and what "loaded touring"
means in terms of weight. My Paramount P-15 "touring" bike probably has a
sh
I have a question or the group. I ride a Homer and considering using it
for road touring. Since its not by definition a touring Rivendell, is
loaded touring pushing the envelope for this bike?
thanks,
Lyman ATX
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Thanks for the info. I did email Spencer, so I'll let y'all know what he
says, and I guess I'll sign up for the back in stock email.
Paul
On Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 11:21:24 AM UTC-5 larson@gmail.com wrote:
> I could be wrong, but I don’t think there is such a bar. I think it is
> liste
Is the price difference worth it? I never liked the buzz with a shimano
dyna hub. Its not a lot, just there all the time A SON hub may buzz a
little at the beginning of a ride if the bike has sat for a while, then
goes away after 1/4 mile or so. Buzz meaning the magnet notchiness
differences b
I have two SON28 Classics and a Shimano DH3n80 (which is similar to the
3n72 Bike24 offers). If you can afford the SON, the money is well spent,
but if budget is a factor, you will not be disappointed with the Shimano
unit.
IanA Alberta Canada
On Monday, October 10, 2022 at 5:47:43 AM UTC-6
I think the current worst I have had is when a car or truck buzzes too
close for comfort. I am not always looking in my rear glasses mounted
mirror. Instinct sometimes move me too far right and that has sometimes
been a problem, I only take the lane when on a small narrow lane or when I
need
James,
I have a Blackburn Ex-2 Expedition rear rack that is barely used and
probably hasn't been on a bike in a decade. Make me an offer shipped from
Chicagoland. I will use pirate ship, so it should not be more than $15 to
ship.
On Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 7:19:29 PM UTC-5 James wrote:
>
Ray,
This is a good deal and I would buy it if I could figure out a way I could
mount my rear Topline B&M dynamo taillight. Any ideas?
Doug
On Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 2:48:38 PM UTC-4 Ray Varella wrote:
> Offered is a Rivendell Shiny Rack
> As new, never used. All mounting hardware in origin
Robert,
This is a serious topic but the loogie story made my chuckle. I have to say
that was a good shot by the kid!! Loogie launching must be practiced so
that wasn't his first shot.
I've had a few close calls but thankfully no hits as of yet. One thing I
try to avoid is riding directly into a
I am tempted by this deal. With dynamo on one bike I am keen on outfitting
my other bike as well. They have a wheel with a Shimano dyno hub for about
half that price. For those with experience with SON and other hubs, is the
price difference worth it?
Doug
On Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 10:44:18
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