This rings so true ;)
On Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 7:45:01 AM UTC-7 boru...@gmail.com wrote:
anarcho- adult children
who spent a fortune on fat tires"
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I've been using the Crank Brothers double shot pedals for a while and
really like them. The platform is nice for me, and the clip-in side is as
good as any other brand I've tried.
Crank Brothers are kind of like the forgotten brother of clip in pedals. I
only tried them because my friend used
I've been watching all of these. Fantastic channel.
Ben
On Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 4:31:51 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:
> It is very definitely permitted to post such interesting videos here;
> thanks for doing so. I particularly enjoyed (out of the 2 I've watched) the
> grocery shopping
Great post, and great ride. I've done Glendale to Santa Barbara (taking
Amtrak back). It was quite a day.
On Friday, February 2, 2024 at 9:59:01 AM UTC-8 Chris Halasz wrote:
> Keith
>
> Did you return the same day?
>
> There is a small contingent of Rivbike cyclists in Santa Barbara.
>
> May
Sold!
Thanks.
Ben
On Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 9:38:57 PM UTC-8 Ben Adrian wrote:
> Paul Minimoto Silver Set. Non-polished. Two brakes. One bike's worth.
>
> These stop so well, but the setup and cable pull is just a little fiddly
> for me.
>
> $225 shipped in the US.
>
Paul Minimoto Silver Set. Non-polished. Two brakes. One bike's worth.
These stop so well, but the setup and cable pull is just a little fiddly
for me.
$225 shipped in the US.
Thanks!
(cutting board not included)
https://flic.kr/p/2psqz2m
https://flic.kr/p/2psveze
https://flic.kr/p/2psxptT
I had that same thought, Bill. The big ring on my triples are always the
least used.
"Unfortunately," my brank is a 110bcd with the Bikingreen 46/30 chainring
set... machined from one piece of aluminum.
But if a WI VBC crank pops up used, I'll make a dash for it!
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On Tuesday, January 9,
I've been kind of triple-curious again. I live in a hilly part of L.A. My
commuter/city bike has an 11-34 11s with a 46/30 front. I've been finding
the 46 to 30 jump to feel pretty large. It feels much more dramatic than
50-34. For instance, if I switch big to small in the from, I'll sift down
Hey Michael!
Yea, google groups is a bit vague :)
You can PayPal $110 to my main email b...@benadrian.com
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Or you can Venmo @benadrian
Send me you address via email as well. If you have any more questions, feel
free to ask :)
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I've been on the lookout for a set of Paul Racer brakes for my rim brake
bike. I tend to find that cheaper U brakes have too much spring tension and
are not adjustable. My expectation is that Paul with be a very nicely made
brake with much more tweakability that I'll enjoy. I probably should
I was in Portugal in May and got a pair of these capri-length
shorts/knickers at Decathlon.
https://www.decathlon.fr/p/bermuda-de-randonnee-nh500-homme/_/R-p-332747
Now, I've always loved the "longer than shorts, shorter than pants"
clothing. But sometimes people are less friendly to dudes who
also PM ing
On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 11:56:12 AM UTC-7 in...@brentknepper.com wrote:
> Also sent a pm :)
>
> On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 1:52:39 PM UTC-5 Nikko in Oakland wrote:
>
>> PM coming
>>
>> On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 11:27:56 AM UTC-7 twowheeledtexan wrote:
>>
>>> I'm moving and
Super fun!
A good pile of Rivs. A number of other cool bikes. Even two e-bikes.
Great conversation, everyone was super positive. Total type 1 fun.
See you all at the next one!
Ben
On Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 9:28:47 PM UTC-7 Tony Lockhart wrote:
> Great photos! I’ll definitely be at the next
Those bags look super cool. I look forward to checking them out on a future
ride.
Ben
On Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 5:26:05 PM UTC-7 Tony Lockhart wrote:
> [image: IMG_0338.jpeg][image: IMG_0337.jpeg][image: IMG_0336.jpeg]
>
> Ugh….super bummed I can’t make it! Sorry all. Something came up.
>
Looking forward to it, though I am Riv-less at the moment. The Riv-minded,
party pace ride :)
Ben
On Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 3:27:46 PM UTC-7 dwyer...@gmail.com wrote:
> I'm planning to join!
>
> On Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 3:18:23 PM UTC-7 cycli...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Unfortunately,
Hey all!
I will be out of the country for about two weeks in MAY, but would love to
join if I am in town. By no means should the scheduling be done around my
availability.
Cheers!
Ben
On Monday, April 24, 2023 at 10:34:17 AM UTC-7 Keith P. wrote:
> I remember Ben/bunnyadrian planning a local
Photos here. Thanks!
Ben
https://www.flickr.com/photos/benadrian/albums/72157716325502908
On Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 10:47:35 AM UTC-7 Ben Adrian wrote:
> Rivet Imogene - Chestnut? CroMo rail. Shows some "patina". Also, there is
> some discoloration from my denim pants
I've been informed that a Paceline account is needed to view photos on that
site. Whoops. I'm attaching the photos here.
Thanks!
Ben
On Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 10:47:35 AM UTC-7 Ben Adrian wrote:
> Rivet Imogene - Chestnut? CroMo rail. Shows some "patina". Also, the
Rivet Imogene - Chestnut? CroMo rail. Shows some "patina". Also, there is
some discoloration from my denim pants. I want to love this saddle, but no
matter how hard I try I just don't get along with leather saddles. - $125
shipped
Photos in this thread.
Yeah, I first heard it when I began watching GCN videos. It seems like the
U.K. produces the mosts cycling media, with a huge uptick on Youtube from
U.K. sources in teh last 5 years or so. that would be my guess.
Cheers!
Ben
On Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 4:20:39 PM UTC-7 George Schick wrote:
;>>>>also have the same model in 10-11cm. take your pick!*
>>>>> - I'll also toss in an 8 speed 11-32 cassette and derailleur
>>>>>hanger extender. I ran that for a while and while shifting was not
>>>>> quite as
>>&
Original Silver Shifters set.
$50. I'll cover shipping.
I'm selling some other stuff too, none of it to Riv-y, but feel free to
have a look.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bop/d/dodgertown-seatposts-saddles-cranks/7581168817.html
Cheers!
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>>>
>>>
>>> $1,600. + actual shipping cost. I'd, of course, prefer a local sale, but
>>> I can ship to a loving home.
>>>
>>> Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/benadrian/albums/72177720305079680
>>>
>
. The ride is
great. It glides over the road beautifully. Still ,I never was able to make
myself comfortable. I just want to try other things.
Cheers!
Ben Adrian
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Campy Ekar is machanical only and has 13 speeds. I've heard nothing but
good reviews (also, how high price comments). My guess is that they just
have a lot of cable pull and the derailleur is a lower ratio than other
mechanicals.
There's also the Ratio Technology retro-fit kit that turns SRAM
I have a nutty setup at the moment:
Silver 1 shifters
R7000 105 rear derailleur (yes, this is modern 11 speed which has a lower
cable pull ratio)
11-32 8 speed cassette
9 speed chain
In general, it works really well. I have has some issues "finding" the
larger cogs. When shifting from small to
parktool.com/assets/img/repairhelp/barendshifter44.jpg
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> There is a little extra half-circle of metal on the little square
>>>>>>> area where one fits a spacer/washer. The shimano spacer fits right over
>>>>>>>
Hello Riv List. I often plan rides for my non-racing bike friends. Many of
them are Riv riders and a few even post here. This Saturday I"m doing a
fun, casual ride around L.A. to eat donuts, talk music, and nerd out on
bicycles. The description I posted to my friends is below. Thanks!
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n.
>>
>> For now, I will remain a downtube shifter user and see if/when I go crazy
>> ;)
>>
>> Ben
>> On Monday, September 19, 2022 at 3:53:11 PM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com
>> wrote:
>>
>>> I am with you Ben! First 20+ mile ride with the S
I have tried a lot of saddles and I find that I can't do any that have a
strong arc or curve. It's too much of a "taint blaster". Unfortunately,
I've found that almost all leather saddles have either too much arc, or are
difficult to get into position. I have found a number of modern saddles
- love it! It is so responsive & precise feeling.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Sep 19, 2022, at 5:57 PM, Ben Adrian wrote:
>
> Pointless updates because I just like talking bikes.
>
>
> Ever since I rerouted my cables, my performance has been very good.
> Howe
Pointless updates because I just like talking bikes.
Ever since I rerouted my cables, my performance has been very good.
However, I've never tried any of the Suntour/Silver ratchet shifters and
I've always been curious. I found a used set here so I grabbed them. I
gently removed my rear
Hey All!
I've recently purchased a leather saddle that I think I'll get along with.
However, like most leather saddles, I'll need a bit more setback to really
get my sit bones into the right place.
The plan is to get the Velo-Orange Grand Cru 30mm setback post. I can find
one for about $50
I bought the saddle and shifters from Huston and I just wanted to drop a
note here. His pacing job was the BEST packing job of used gear that I have
ever received (bike or guitar). Fully reccommend him for transactions.
Thanks Huston!
Ben
On Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 6:33:06 AM UTC-7
Could a small cable channel be cut with something like a dremel? I've never
used these brakes, so I"m not sure if this is a possible modification.
Cheers!
Ben
On Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 10:47:28 AM UTC-7 lconley wrote:
> Remember that Stainless Steel cables require a different flux and
On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:02:35 AM UTC-7 shopmonkey 39 wrote:
> Here's some ideas based on personal experience as I have barends on a
> handful of bikes. First idea since you are already there, would be to turn
> your indexing off on your shifters. I have this on a bike and it works
>
Scene report!
To the Riv out for an urban cruise today. Shifting was still terrible. I
did some tests while riding where I just leaned over and pulled on the
shifting cables between the stops and the bottom bracket. The shifting was
really smooth. So it must be the cable going through the
I love all the replies and knowledge here. It's pretty fun.
I did a little test. I put my RD in the biggest cog. I then shifted all the
way down to the smallest cog without pedaling to put slack in the cable.
Then I pulled the cable tight at the downtube. Then I shifted back up to
the biggest
Hey all! Just looking for some gear chat.
I have a Rambouillet with drop bars. I'm finally getting everything
comfortable, but I've been around the block with my shifters.
My bike came with 8 speed bar end shifters. However, when I did my first
configuration I mounted them on the downtube.
Just watched your assembly video again, Eric, and I see it's a 7cm. Love
the videos, especially as eye candy to see different build configurations
close up.
Cheers!
On Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 10:34:39 AM UTC-7 Ben Adrian wrote:
> I just put the 700 x 35 Rene Herse slicks back on
I just put the 700 x 35 Rene Herse slicks back on my Rambouillet. I had
them on before, but the wider tire and a loaded front rack started to feel
weird. Plus, I wanted to put on fenders and the fenders I have were too
small for 35s. Anyway, I'm shifting the load to the rear and I've removed
Thomson Elite Setback Seatpost Silver 27.2 x 250mm
A few insertion marks, but still in very good shape.
I used this on my Rambouillet and, for me, I couldn't get it low enough
with the saddle that I ended up using/ The setback area should run into the
seat tube. However, with other saddles
Nitto Pearl 9 cm stem. 26mm clamp.
Missing the clamp bolt.
There a mark on it by the stem bolt. Other small wear marks… it’s had a
life but there more left.
See photos. Happy to answer questions.
Bet place to find pictures is here:
https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=285247
$25
Dura Ace 2/3 x 11 bar end / tri / time trial shifters. Left friction. Right
is index only. should work with 5800, 6800, 7000, 8000 and whatever number
Dura Ace called their 11 speed Rear Derailleurs. It will also work with
Tiagra 4700 RD if paired with an 11 speed cassette.
I got this crazy
s here to find out what is the
>> favorite rack for this model. Any good front rack talk is appreciated as
>> well.
>>
>> Cheers!
>> Ben Adrian
>>
>>
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Ben Adrian wrote:
> Hey Everyone!
> I bought the Carradice Keswick bag from Joe, but it's not working out for
> me. It sits a little high on the handlebars for my taste. I have it on drop
> bars. It might be better for flat or riser bars.
> It's in fantastic shape and includes a
*Older Velo Orange Randonneur Rack with separate 1" decaleur.*
This shows some wear, but works fine. Mounts with included P clamps or to
fork braze ons.
Notice, the mount for the brake/fork crown has been cut. Also, it's not a
diving board style, but rather is welded to the rack frame. Also, I
Yes, it's a delight to be able to ride to most shows in Los Angeles. My
wife and I will ride to see the symphony at Disney Hall, many concerts at
the Hollywood Bowl, and pretty much everywhere in between. I've discovered
many well hidden or well protected bike racks. Outside the Midnight Oil
Hey Everybody!
Last night I rode my Rambouillet to see Midnight Oil play in Los Angeles.
While looking for a safe place to lock up, a man in line approached me
because he was also a big RIv fan. We chatted, took pictures, but I can't
remember his name. I think he said he lives in Palos Verdes.
I finally got around to taking the fenders and front rack/bag off of my
bike. I only had time for a short ride, but it does seem to have a
significant change of feel. I never though that it handled poorly with the
front rack. The best way to put it is that maybe the bike seems "sleepy"
with
I scored a set of Mavic Open Pro rims for free when buying another wheelset
on Craigslist. The guy just threw them in.
I built them up with some Ultegra 6500 hubs and it's a strong,
straightforward, and reasonable light wheel set that is adjustable and
rebuildable with standard tools.
I don't
" Check the
> mounting bolts, particularly under fork crown.
>
> Good luck, and let us know the cause when you find it.
>
> On Mon, Apr 11, 2022 at 6:14 PM Ben Adrian wrote:
>
>> Hey all!
>>
>> I have SKS Fenders on my Ram. I live in L.A., so I rarely
Hey all!
I have SKS Fenders on my Ram. I live in L.A., so I rarely need them. Still,
there are puddles of gross water, damp mornings, and smatterings of rain,
so I really appreciate them when I need them and I leave them on. Now, they
do move a bit when riding. I'll look down and see them
oe Mullins wrote:
>>
>> Keswick and and Zeitgesit are pending sale. Thanks!
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 31, 2022, at 10:52 PM, Ben Adrian wrote:
>>
>>
>> Fantastic.
>>
>> No rush on my end. Just hang on to it and I can grab it
Hey Joe and all!
I just use a standard GPS bike computer and have it set to auto-load it
to both Strava and RIdeWithGPS.
I do al kinda of riding on all kinds of bikes; Rivendell cruising,
gravel rides, club road rides, commuting and utilitarian riding. My
carbon gravel/road bike has a power
I was looking to do an order for some DT shifters, lights, bar tape, and
a front rack. Shipping was $80. While still kind of a good deal for air
freight from Japan, it's still much more that we Americans are used to
paying. I took out the front rack and the shipping went down to $40.
So, I'd
Okay, I'll jump in.
We're all on a bike mailing list specializing in once specific brand and
type of bikes. Granted, they are more practical bikes than specialist
bikes, but we're all still bike nerds here. I have a carbon gravel/road
bike, a steel commuter and errand bike, and my Riv as my
tomorrow and not sure what
> hours the rest of the week. I’m in production so long hours for me until the
> weekend. I’d be happy to meet as I’m close by in Mt. Washington.
>
> Thanks,
> Joe
> 818-590-8377
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>>> On Jan 31, 2022, at 10:4
Hey Joe
I’ll take the carradice bag if it’s still available. I live in Echo Park so
maybe I can just pick it up sometime? Happy to pay right away, though.
Thanks!
Ben Adrian
510-543-6407
> On Jan 31, 2022, at 10:19 PM, Joe Mullins wrote:
>
>
> *I will be updating this l
That is a great idea! Thanks!
Ben
On 1/27/2022 5:05 PM, iamkeith wrote:
Don't forget to look through the cyclofiend photo archives. There are
lots of examples there.
http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/rambouillet/index.html
I settled on a nitto handlebar bag support, that riv used to sell, on
. Any good front rack talk is
appreciated as
well.
Cheers!
Ben Adrian
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favorite rack for this model. Any good front rack talk is appreciated as
well.
Cheers!
Ben Adrian
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We're Fun-bikers. Fun-cyclists? I don't know. We live in a weird world
where most of us love the bikes and the gear and the experience of riding,
but maybe we don't want to go super hard or super-extreme.
I posted a photo of a ride on the Rivendellicious facebook group. A guy on
the group
I love the idea of downtube shifters; simplicity, good looks, easy packing,
disassembly, and repair, etc. However, as soon as I'm off road, bar-end
shifters become much nicer and down tube is a giant pain.
Right now, I have downtube shifters on my Ram. However, I'm still getting
my bars and
I'm a pretty handy home mechanic and have never had tire mounting problems
until now.
I've had fine luck with Bontrager, Reynolds, DT 411, DT Spline, WTB,
Pacenti, HED, etc.
This DT 1.1 rim seems to have almost no center channel it's pretty much
straight across. I've never seen anything like
Hey all!
I recently picked up a Rambouillet. I'm really liking it except for the
rims. It has an Open Pro and a DT RR 1.1. The DT especially is VERY
difficult to mount and unmount tires. Mainly, though, I'd just like to run
35mm tires.
I really like the hubs, and I've built wheels before. I'm
I enjoyed both of Eric's riv-related videos. I just put them on in a little
window while working and it's a nice little soundtrack and occasional eye
candy to enhance the boring parts of the work day.
Ben
On Sunday, November 14, 2021 at 8:08:36 PM UTC-8 Drw wrote:
> Not to promote thread
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