[RBW] Re: Appaloosa sizing advice

2024-08-08 Thread Grady Wright
I don't know that I would recommend the 60 for you. I'm 6'2 PBH 90. I ride the 60 cm Appaloosa and it's a nice big bike for what I like. It has a very long top tube. So although you might be able to stand over it it might stretch you out a bit. I think a 57 would be a good option. On Tuesday, J

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne sizing advice

2024-05-20 Thread Grady Wright
Thank you for the pictures and stating the saddle hight! Super helpful. With my saddle hight being 79 or 80 that's more post than I want. Feeling good about buying the 60cm as well. On Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:54:31 p.m. UTC-6 David B wrote: > I did end up going back to the Riv shop last week

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne sizing advice

2024-05-20 Thread Grady Wright
Please report back when you get your new sam or the chance to ride the different sizes. I am wanting to get a sam for a dedicated drop bar rando bike. I am 6'1" PBH 90 and my 60cm Appaloosa fits just how I like with a wavy style handlebar. I'm thinking about buying a 60cm SH from my local shop

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: The Willard Bay 200k

2024-04-28 Thread Grady Wright
*Write-up rather. On Monday, April 29, 2024 at 12:00:30 a.m. UTC-6 Grady Wright wrote: > Thanks for the report Brady, great right-up. I was supposed to ride this > but I had something come up with my dad who also has cancer. So many > similarities, First names, age, location. But I d

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: The Willard Bay 200k

2024-04-28 Thread Grady Wright
Thanks for the report Brady, great right-up. I was supposed to ride this but I had something come up with my dad who also has cancer. So many similarities, First names, age, location. But I definitely would not be as fast maybe I will see you at the next Brevet. On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

2024-04-22 Thread Grady Wright
Love this Sam. Is this the same green the new batch of Sam's are coming in? On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 8:21:13 a.m. UTC-6 Davey Two Shoes wrote: > [image: Image (002).jpeg]T > This bike brings me tremendous joy > On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 11:26:18 PM UTC-5 John Bokman wrote: > >> I alrea

[RBW] FS: Rat Trap Pass Tires

2024-02-24 Thread Grady Wright
RH RTP tires for sale. About 200 miles. Have been sitting in a wheel box for a couple years In my basement. $75 https://photos.app.goo.gl/vPbEoUbLM1mC1osc7 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] Re: 48mm tire choice?

2023-03-07 Thread Grady Wright
Soma Cazadero comes in 700x50 but I have seen it on Platty and Sam's so I think it fits like a 48. On Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 1:49:16 p.m. UTC-7 Tom Wyland wrote: > Hi, can anyone recommend tires for 90% pavement that are 700x48 for my > Platy? I've gone the cheap route with the Specialized

[RBW] Re: WTB albatross or similar setup

2022-01-20 Thread Grady Wright
I have a steel one I am not using. On Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 11:22:09 a.m. UTC-7 JAS wrote: > Esteban, > I saw an albatross bar advertised in the Seattle Craigslist. Here's the > link: > > > https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bop/d/seattle-rivendell-nitto-albatross-cromo/7429428469.htm

Re: [RBW] Re: XL Susie Handlebar dilemma

2022-01-19 Thread Grady Wright
I built my Appaloosa with JJJ bars. I like them a lot; however, I agree with Larson.photo33 slightly wider would be desirable to me. My handlebar wishes are very similar to yours and the JJJ is the closest I have found that fit the bill, and I will be happy using them until something same but w

[RBW] Re: WTB: Velocity Atlas or Cliffhanger 700c wheelset.

2021-05-25 Thread Grady Wright
I have a brand new 700C Cliffhanger wheelset with Deore hubs 32h front and rear. Silver and Tubeless ready. The were built by Rich Rivendell/Hands on Wheels. I paid $485 for them. On Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 9:11:35 a.m. UTC-6 Kushan wrote: > Not the Atlas or Cliffhanger but I saw these on Cra

[RBW] Re: WTB - 60cm Appaloosa in Silver - FFHS only

2021-01-21 Thread Grady Wright
Hello Marty, I don't believe a Silver 60cm Appaloosa exists. At least not yet. The 60CM size was a new size for the last group of Appaloosas and they came in Orange and Blue. To my knowledge Silver frames in your size range would be a 58 or 62cm. Hopefully that little bit of info helps you trac

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: New 700C Cliffhanger Wheelset

2020-10-02 Thread Grady Wright
They are not machined Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 2, 2020, at 4:11 PM, Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY > wrote: > > machined rims? > -Kai > >> On Friday, October 2, 2020 at 12:59:30 PM UTC-4 gre...@gmail.com wrote: >> Selling a brand new cliffhanger wheelset. >> - Rims: Silver >> -32h front and R

[RBW] FS: New 700C Cliffhanger Wheelset

2020-10-02 Thread Grady Wright
Selling a brand new cliffhanger wheelset. - Rims: Silver -32h front and Rear -Deore hubs. Asking $485 + Shipping Built by Rich at Hands on Wheels/Rivendell. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: friction mode on silver shifters and shimano down tube dura ace shifters slip!

2020-09-30 Thread Grady Wright
I have had the same experience with my new silver shifters. They will not hold their position even when I tighten them to the point It's to difficult to shift. I am using an old M952 xtr derailleur. They've even frayed and broken the shifter cable. I emailed them about it a couple time with no

Re: [RBW] WTB: Velocity Cliffhanger wheelset

2020-09-28 Thread Grady Wright
I have a brand new 700c Cliffhanger wheelset silver 32h Front and rear with Deore hubs. It was built by Rich Riv/Hands on Wheels. I ended up using a different wheelset for my appaloosa so these are just sitting here and I am willing to sell. On Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 6:54:27 a.m. UTC-

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

2020-07-12 Thread Grady Wright
2, 2020 at 12:27:28 PM UTC-4, Grady Wright wrote: >> >> Finally built up my Appaloosa! it's as good as I remember it being when I >> tested one at RivBike. >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Seeking rec's for short threadless stem with rise

2020-06-07 Thread Grady Wright
not exactly what you asked for but I'm going to share it anyway. 80mm with lots of rise. Nitto and has a 25.4 bar clamp. I have only seen this on Blue Lug but seems like people have had good experience ordering from them. https://global.bluelug.com/nitto-mcr65-stem-silver.html On Sunday, 7 Jun

[RBW] New batch of Sam Hillbornes this fall.

2020-05-16 Thread Grady Wright
The Email Newsletter from Rivendell yesterday mentioned Sam Hillbornes are coming later this year and maybe in an older Rivendell color. Any guesses what that color could be? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

[RBW] Re: What Fenders Are These?

2020-03-31 Thread Grady Wright
Thanks everyone. Those were the two fenders I had narrowed it down to. The Simworks internal measurement seems to small and further inspection of the photo on the Blug and your butternut Aapploosa here I think they most likely are the VO fenders. Thanks for sharing the pictures of your Appaloo

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Presale

2020-03-31 Thread Grady Wright
Currently out of stock but Rivendell has started selling 9s Chains for their long chainstays. https://www.rivbike.com/collections/chains/products/long-chain -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

[RBW] What Fenders Are These?

2020-03-27 Thread Grady Wright
Hello Friends, Can anyone identify what fenders are in this photo from rivendell's blug? https://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/185091706269/who-rides-an-appaloosa-john-a-familiar-face-in I messaged them to ask if they knew what size tires and model of fender and the answer was the tires were 2.25"

[RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

2020-02-28 Thread Grady Wright
I have a couple pairs of Mountain Hardware 3/4 pants. They are a nice cotton twill and durable as they are marketed as climbing pants. I bought them a little too small so I never did wear them. One of these days I'll loose that last few pounds so I never returned them. > > After checking it doe

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Presale

2020-02-20 Thread Grady Wright
I got a call from Will yesterday saying that my frame has arrived and will be shipping soon. I asked him about the orange color and he said that the color is like the Susie orange. He said the photo's posted by Blue Lug don't represent the actual color. Looking forward to seeing all the new App

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Presale

2020-01-26 Thread Grady Wright
After a lot of near purchases I finally ponied up and pre-ordered the 60cm Orange Appaloosa. My first Rivendell as well. It was the trifecta of model, color, and size that I couldn't not buy it. I feel so broke now but I am really looking forward to my new bike!. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Skis for AllTrails...

2019-12-23 Thread Grady Wright
These are exactly what I have been looking for! Thanks for sharing. My experience with BC cross-country skis are that they are difficult to maneuver in tight places and very short descents. You are spot on about needing a different ski for non-groomed trails (and I'll add something more efficie

[RBW] Re: MUSA Pants

2019-12-20 Thread Grady Wright
I ordered the MUSA pants this time around because the fabric seemed to have a little more structure than the previous version and I was in need of some sporty pants. They arrived today and immediately I had to come here and share how pleased I am with them. I could have ordered the L or the XL

[RBW] Re: Gus or Susie?/Threadless Weight vs Quill Weight?

2019-11-16 Thread Grady Wright
I had the opportunity to take a Gus Boots on an extended test ride in the Mount Diablo State Park. My test ride included all terrain types from tarmac to a steep singletrack decent down a rocky spine. My opinion is Gus is the most hili (mountain bikey) of the Rivendell lineup. It’s really a re

[RBW] Re: Fall Web Specials at Rivbike

2019-10-06 Thread Grady Wright
I tried to buy that last Canti Sam twice! I was eyeing that last one forever on the site, the day I went back with intent to buy it was out of stock. Then it shows up in an Instagram post .I went to the site again . . . gone. Glad it was you that got it Reid! On Sunday, 6 October 2019 16:47

[RBW] A Bicycle Adventure Story

2019-10-03 Thread Grady Wright
New episode of one of my favorite podcasts is a bicycle adventure story. I hope you will forgive this post for not being Rivendell specific content but I wanted to share it. . .because BIKES. Hope ya'll enjoy https://gimletmedia.com/shows/heavyweight/6nhoak/24-jimmy-and-mark -- You received

[RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

2019-09-27 Thread Grady Wright
I saw this vest at a Carhartt store and it seemed very bright and reflective. they run large for wearing over clothing so may want to size down. https://www.carhartt.com/products/high-visibility/High-Visibility-Class-2-Vest-100501 On Friday, 27 September 2019 12:09:34 UTC-6, Neil Doran wrote:

[RBW] Re: 58Double top tube for sale

2019-09-26 Thread Grady Wright
Oh man! Very tempting. I am going to have to think on this. On Thursday, 26 September 2019 15:19:05 UTC-6, Jon Dukeman,central Colorado wrote: > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

[RBW] Re: A Few Photos From Saturday's Ride

2019-09-05 Thread Grady Wright
Thanks for the ride report. Last fall I followed the same trail from SLC north to Ogden and took frontrunner back. I always intended to do the southern section. I have recently moved away from SLC so I imagine it's not a ride I'll get to do now, but now I feel like I was able to. On Tuesday, 3

[RBW] Re: Dropbar width

2019-08-21 Thread Grady Wright
Jim you are correct that the bar size reflects from the widest measurement in the Flare and the Hoods being closer. The 52 is closer to the 48cm Noodle in the hoods. The bar comes in 3 sizes 46, 48, 52 and in 25.4 and 26.0 clamp sizes. According to Bike Touring News the bar RM-013 was also desi

[RBW] Re: Dropbar width

2019-08-19 Thread Grady Wright
Nitto RM-013 are a good alternative to the Noodles. They have shorter reach, and more flare, so more wrist clearance. On Monday, 19 August 2019 14:33:37 UTC-6, Chris Balaschak wrote: > > I am wondering the consensus on handlebar width for a midsized human (PBH > 85). > > I have been riding 400m

[RBW] Re: Wider flat bars

2019-08-19 Thread Grady Wright
Here is a collaboration that Crust Bikes did with Nitto that may be what you are looking for https://crustbikes.com/products/nitto-x-crust/ On Sunday, 18 August 2019 12:34:36 UTC-6, PaulS wrote: > > I’ve got Nitto bars currently on my Hunq. They’re about 580mm wide. I’d > like something closer t

[RBW] Re: Wider flat bars

2019-08-19 Thread Grady Wright
Sycip Designs Sycip Designs JJJ Bar is also an option Mtb bar, 31.8mm center dia. clamp, 660mm width, 20mm rise, 22.2mm bar diameter. Black Or Silver On Sunday, 18 August 2019 18:32:09 UTC-6, Collin A wrote: > > You could also check out the simworks fun3 bar, 35 deg sweep and 680mm > length. >

[RBW] Re: Brooks Flyer aged FS.

2019-07-31 Thread Grady Wright
On Monday, 29 July 2019 15:38:52 UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > Hello, I'm offering for aale this excellent condition saddle. it HAs been > mounted on my Rosco Bubbe but I'm trrying a B17 i have on hand.  This sadddle > has alwaysbeeen stored indoors and never been wet. I'M  aSKING $100.00 FOR >