Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

Very cool! I know it's sold, but can we get some more photos of it in this thread before it's shipped off? Danny Madison, WI On Thu, Jul 4, 2024 at 9:58 PM Ryan wrote: > That is a piece of history all right. This might be a moot point since the > bike has been sold, not surprising...but I seem

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

That is a piece of history all right. This might be a moot point since the bike has been sold, not surprising...but I seem to remember in the depths of Rivendell lore, either in a reader, maybe in a response to a question someone asked that Waterford assigned the letters of the alphabet sequ

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 54-56 Sam Hillborne (i think? my first riv!) but open to other Rivs

Jacob,  Others may have to weigh in on this, but I'm inclined to say the chain stay length has not changed for the Sam Hillborne - yet. Since the Homer Hilsen did get longer, it may just be a matter of time. I own personal preference would not to mess with it. Some minor changes were made since

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

This bicycle has been sold. Thanks for viewing and being so kind. On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 6:10:17 PM UTC-5 David Blessing wrote: > I am offering for sale, my Rivendell, prototype mountain bike. I do not > know a lot of history about this frame. I believe that it was one of only a > few

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

And the drop bars! A la Cunningham! On Jul 4, 2024, at 18:08, Johnny Alien wrote:That's what rigid mountain bikes were like in the 90's. The geometry and 26" wheels size would be the primary thing.On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 8:50:47 PM UTC-4 Richard Rose wrote:A beautiful bicycle indeed. I have

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

That's what rigid mountain bikes were like in the 90's. The geometry and 26" wheels size would be the primary thing. On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 8:50:47 PM UTC-4 Richard Rose wrote: > A beautiful bicycle indeed. I have but one question & please consider this > coming from a Gus owner; what abo

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

A beautiful bicycle indeed. I have but one question & please consider this coming from a Gus owner; what about this made Riv think “mountain bike”?Sent from my iPhoneOn Jul 4, 2024, at 7:24 PM, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:My, my, my that is a piece of RBW history right there...My guess would be a 19

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

Love it, just killer. On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 7:24:52 PM UTC-4 Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > My, my, my that is a piece of RBW history right there... > > My guess would be a 1996 build. I think the "K" meant a "Kurt" build. > (Curt Goodrich) But I'm not sure. (J or JS would have been for Joe

[RBW] FS:60cm Rivendell Cheviot

From Facebook Marketplace: This is a super fun cruiser/town/country/gravel and smooth single track bike. Frame is in good shape besides some normal wear, and components are in good shape. VO stem and seat post, brooks saddle, Silver brakes, 700c/47 Terravail Rambler tires, Mavic wheels, and Si

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Prototype mountain bike for sale

My, my, my that is a piece of RBW history right there... My guess would be a 1996 build. I think the "K" meant a "Kurt" build. (Curt Goodrich) But I'm not sure. (J or JS would have been for Joe Starck) RR#3 talks about the Mountain model (Mountain/Expedition was another name for it) - there

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 54-56 Sam Hillborne (i think? my first riv!) but open to other Rivs

I appreciate the responses and resources shared! What year did the geometry change for longer chainstays occur on the sam? On Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 5:28:51 AM UTC-4 Jay wrote: > If you happen to be driving to Chicago through Ontario (Canada) you’re > welcome to try out my Roadini (size 57)

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

64cm Homer - $1,500 FB marketplace listing in Waukegan just north of Chicago, no affiliation On Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 5:56:08 PM UTC-5 Josh C wrote: > 59cm Clem in Grilver > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/albany-clem-smith-jr-riv

[RBW] UPDATE: FS: saddles and a stem

I am accepting HALF-OFF offers on the following: Terry Cite X Gel saddle -$30.00 Terry Cite X Gel Italia saddle - $30.00 or both for $45.00. Excellent condition https://photos.app.goo.gl/XktsSZ1Sv3LacQdu6 Nitto Technomic 100mm extension stem 25.4 clamp diameter - $40.00 https://photos.app.goo.gl

[RBW] Re: WTB: 58cm top tube road-ish/all-rounder frameset

Thanks for the shout-out, Bill! Here is the listing, I am happy to answer any questions: https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/5w8Kw7HTLvA/m/1AEx5_75AQAJ -Chris On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 12:57:14 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > 58 A. Homer Hilsen just posted on I-BOB > https://groups.goo

[RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 Photos

Hi Dave, I'm curios about your silver Riv'd bike pictured. Is it old or new? It looks like a classic late 80s / early 90s MTB. Also your images remind me how I'd like to get back to Acadia. Having been there as a teen 40-something years ago. Another thing that brought my memories back - over thi

[RBW] Re: WTB: 58cm top tube road-ish/all-rounder frameset

58 A. Homer Hilsen just posted on I-BOB https://groups.google.com/g/internet-bob/c/uSH0M58Fchs On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 11:19:42 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > k. > > I recommend you type "Rosco-Bubbe Road" into the search bar, and find the > bike that CMR (Chris) is selling. I used to ow

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks/Selle Anatomica saddles

Selle Anatomica X2 is sold. Black B17 is sold. Prices lowered: 1. Brown B17, not broken in - $80 2. Brown B17 Special, broken in - $75 (no photo) On Monday, June 24, 2024 at 8:20:05 AM UTC-7 Calvin Yolo wrote: > Selle Anatomica X2 - $90 is sold. > > 1. Brown B17, not broken in - $90 > 2. Black B

[RBW] 56cm Wilbury - like new - $1600 New Mexico

56cm Rivendell Wilbury Hello, I bought this 56cm Rivendell Wilbury a few years back as a demo bike. I quickly decided it was sadly too small for me and would like to pass it on. It has fewer than 100 miles on it and shows as such. These were made in Japan. Everything is like new with a

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Roadeo 59

BUMP $2750 plus shipping. Located I. Pdx On Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:40:49 AM UTC-7 Jonathan D. wrote: > Bump and for the list I'll offer the Roadeo at $2,850 plus shipping with > the Velocity A23 wheels. > > On Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 12:23:06 AM UTC-7 Jonathan D. wrote: > >> I spaced on

[RBW] Re: WTB: 58cm top tube road-ish/all-rounder frameset

k. I recommend you type "Rosco-Bubbe Road" into the search bar, and find the bike that CMR (Chris) is selling. I used to own it and I can vouch that it's a sneaky nice bike. It may not be expensive enough, but it's a good bike. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 9:56:1

[RBW] WTB: 58cm top tube road-ish/all-rounder frameset

Looking for a frameset with around a 58cm top tube (effective). Preferably steel, lugged/fillet brazed Clearance for 38-42mm tires, bigger could be fine too Gently sloping top tube a plus No disc brakes! Will be built up as a relaxed road/all-rounder. A Rivendell or something Riv-ish would be p