[RBW] Re: anyone know the ERD of the wheels on THIS era of clem smith jr?

2024-11-06 Thread Michael Baquerizo
s, which seemed almost > identical in ERD, at least in the 26” size I had > > On Monday, November 4, 2024 at 5:40:58 AM UTC-8 Michael Baquerizo wrote: > >> While the ERD is listed in the Alex link included(if a DM24) in this >> thread, I'd have to ask do y

[RBW] Re: anyone know the ERD of the wheels on THIS era of clem smith jr?

2024-11-04 Thread Michael Baquerizo
y used is about a >>> sixteenth inch thick. If you go to the hardware store, ask for VHB outdoor >>> doublestick tape. That’s “very high bond”, and shouldn’t bump out the badge >>> too much, and won’t ever let it go without some serious elbow grease. If >>> you

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Map Rando

2024-11-03 Thread Michael Baquerizo
besides perhaps rivendell, i've only ever wanted a Mitch Pryor built frame. Absolutely no need but if I stumbled upon a lot of money (and he was still building) I'd throw a bunch at him. On Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 4:56:41 PM UTC-5 Oliver Moss wrote: > Wow, what a fantastic looking bike. I

[RBW] anyone know the ERD of the wheels on THIS era of clem smith jr?

2024-11-03 Thread Michael Baquerizo
I have this era of clem, with these wheels (multi colored nipples, etc) and i don't personally know the ERD of the (front) rim, which I need to add a dynamo hub to. any chance someone does know it, having it done it themselves or having someone else? while i'm here, i hate what i've used to

Re: [RBW] Re: Asking for your opinion on locking up a Riv

2024-09-25 Thread Michael Baquerizo
https://hiplok.com/product/hiplok-d1000/?utm_source=Google+Shopping&utm_campaign=US+Google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=40860¤cy=USD&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw6c63BhAiEiwAF0EH1KK-KrJnR8sg3CoUqpz82OAPWGMmpQ1wgwSm31zqBFSmh-lbEfd5ExoCHt8QAvD_BwE and https://www.pitlock.de/en/ and https://www.urbanbi

Re: [RBW] Re: Asking for your opinion on locking up a Riv

2024-09-24 Thread Michael Baquerizo
fmri...@gmail.com unread, 7:22 PM (3 hours ago)    to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com My biggest fear of my riv being stolen is how hard they’ll be to replace once china takes Taiwan. lol, what? On Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 9:19:49 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > An enlightened scho

Re: [RBW] (perhaps) dumb question time (bottle bosses)

2024-09-23 Thread Michael Baquerizo
can > find a derailleur that mounts higher or lower than the bosses to make it > work properly without blocking them off. > Maybe this is an incorrect assumption, but it makes sense to me! 🤷‍♂️ > > ------ Forwarded message - > From: Michael Baquerizo > Date: Fri,

[RBW] Re: (perhaps) dumb question time (bottle bosses)

2024-09-21 Thread Michael Baquerizo
was so obviously a design flaw, and failed to absorb your > certainty that your suspicion was wrong. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:11:38 AM UTC-7 Michael Baquerizo > wrote: > >> Hey Bill - >> >> If you read

Re: [RBW] Re: (perhaps) dumb question time (bottle bosses)

2024-09-21 Thread Michael Baquerizo
only grab the >> seat tube bottle when it's time to swap. For storage, I prefer efficiency, >> and down the seat tube gets it out of the way and that makes sense to me. >> >> Bill Lindsay >> El Cerrito, CA >> >> >> >> On Friday, Sep

[RBW] Re: (perhaps) dumb question time (bottle bosses)

2024-09-21 Thread Michael Baquerizo
, it's a STORAGE location, > not an ACCESSIBILITY location, for my use-case. When I grab for a bottle, > 19 out of 20 times it's the down tube bottle. I only grab the seat tube > bottle when it's time to swap. For storage, I prefer efficiency, and down > the seat

[RBW] Re: WTB: 50cm Platypus

2024-09-20 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i'm curious to know why this is a point of contention? surely the added ability to adjust from the downtube is a pro. When I got my Sam I wished the the bosses to be the adjustable cable stop kind, but Ultimately it was fine and doesnt make that much of a difference. Now that they DO, I prefer

[RBW] (perhaps) dumb question time (bottle bosses)

2024-09-20 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i'm ready for the answer to be so obvious that I assume this is a dumb question. So often, on many bike frame, but also on Riv's - the bottle bosses on the seat tube straddle where the derailleur clamp would go. however, almost AS often as I see this, I also see plenty of real estate for the

[RBW] Re: GOAT Gloves MIA

2024-09-17 Thread Michael Baquerizo
https://www.somafabshop.com/shop/cardiff-g-o-a-t-cycling-gloves-goat-skin-6851?search=glove&order=name+asc#attr=4694 in the event that theyre actually not there, theyre here. On Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 2:57:55 PM UTC-4 Greg Kagay wrote: > I cannot find the GOAT gloves on the Rivbike.com s

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB : 36 Hole Dynamo Hub (Silver)

2024-09-16 Thread MICHAEL BAQUERIZO
and have had good experiences with the Panasonic dynamo > hubs. $60 from Peter White here: > > https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/panahub.php > > On Monday, September 16, 2024 at 8:52:55 AM UTC-4 Michael Baquerizo wrote: > >> Hi All >> >> Before I pull the trigger on a

[RBW] WTB : 36 Hole Dynamo Hub (Silver)

2024-09-16 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Hi All Before I pull the trigger on a Shimano DH 3N72 I wanted to see if someone has the same or better for less than the $90 this one will cost me. Trying to update a stock Clem wheel with a dynamo for convenience. Thanks in advance and keep in mind I won't be answering DMs from people with

[RBW] Re: 43mm-46mm 650b Tire Options.

2024-09-12 Thread Michael Baquerizo
https://www.modernbike.com/panaracer-t-serv-protite-folding-tire-650b-x-44mm-black sorry i never measured what mine come out to on a set of VO voyager rims. I use these on my 'commuter' (i'm freelance so i don't often commute) but have and ride around NYC with these. On Thursday, September 1

[RBW] Re: rivs on amtrak: my report on a fun technicality

2024-09-06 Thread Michael Baquerizo
damn, that xtr mini group on the sam. it's the little things. On Friday, September 6, 2024 at 7:23:45 AM UTC-4 ascpgh wrote: > Fantastic! > > On par with renting a U-Haul pickup to reach a destination in the dearth > of rental cars following mass flight cancellations. > > Just using (not abusing

Re: [RBW] Silver shifter surgery and corrosive metal welding

2024-09-04 Thread Michael Baquerizo
citing another instance of brass ferrule stuck in a deore RD, this time in NYC (where summers and winters can both be humid) On Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 6:41:25 PM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > > Hey eric, > > Yeah ive had similar issues. Had a mildly stuck cable end in a silver 2, > think i wa

[RBW] Re: Simworks Potluck rack + panniers?

2024-08-01 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i feel like i'd feel more comfortable if there was a tang that went to the brake bridge. in lieu of that, maybe a strap from handlebars to the tombstone? i have no experience, just looking at the pics for the potluck and feel like i'd be scared using it for both basket and mini panniers. O

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr L Baba Fiets

2024-07-23 Thread Michael Baquerizo
sand at the beach. It's a fun ride to say the least. > [image: IMG_6207.jpg][image: IMG_6270.jpg][image: IMG_6297.jpg] > > On Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:34:53 PM UTC-4 Michael Baquerizo wrote: > >> For father's day (aka the day of excuses) I decided to build up a bik

[RBW] Re: Your Riv's Next Upgades / Parts Swaps

2024-07-18 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i'm sure you're aware they were made for use with a decauleur which i don't think you can use with either of your bags BUT - maybe with an irish strap from bar to tombstone theyd support a handlebar bag? i have no experience but the net says they can get bouncy with a heavier load. On Thursd

[RBW] Re: Your Riv's Next Upgades / Parts Swaps

2024-07-18 Thread Michael Baquerizo
how about a dia compe (or perhaps others make) bag support ala https://www.ebay.com/itm/123958273888?chn=ps&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1KfMnci5oRU6jB8gA1GSaAw0&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=123958273888&targetid=2321110924221&device=c&mktype=pla&googlel

[RBW] Re: Your Riv's Next Upgades / Parts Swaps

2024-07-17 Thread Michael Baquerizo
for no reason other than deciding my appaloosa is my mountain bike, then finding an old xt mini group for it, i finally found an xt headset to go on it as well. deciding if i want to own a headset removal tool, or just have it installed at a shop. on my clem, i really want one of those hebie el

Re: [RBW] Want to move bar end shifter to mounts

2024-07-02 Thread Michael Baquerizo
others mileage may vary, but i recently started using a set of microshift thumbies on a new to me bike. i also have shimano on another bike (as you have) and silver! on another. all set up friction. of the three, the microshift has felt the best. https://www.ebay.com/itm/124833117848?epid=902

[RBW] Re: revisted topic: plestcher double leg kickstands (not) fitting on rivs

2024-06-11 Thread Michael Baquerizo
a v shape towards the front of the bike that made it > more stable. But as our son got older and heavier, the stand mount on the > bike started to bend and wear out. So be careful. > > [image: PXL_20231130_045249926.jpg] > > On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 2:44:25 PM UTC-7 Michael Baqu

[RBW] revisted topic: plestcher double leg kickstands (not) fitting on rivs

2024-06-10 Thread Michael Baquerizo
I tried this sometime a year or two ago. I am very close to finishing up a clem L that will be a dedicated kid carrier (think mamafiet) with spoke protector, yepp budget seat, etc. i had a spare plestcher kickstand hanging around and wanted to get it on the bike. i KNOW blue lug does this, and

[RBW] Re: ISO: Clem L for 26 inch wheels

2024-06-05 Thread Michael Baquerizo
some of the clem's on this page are for sure 26" https://bluelug.com/bike-catalog/model/rivendell-bicycle-works-clem-smith-jr/page/2/ looks like there's a blue and silver, at least. On Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 4:43:40 PM UTC-4 NYCbikeguy wrote: > Doug, > Sounds about right. Thanks for the in

Re: [RBW] Re: Cork Grips, Amber Shellac Or Clear

2024-06-04 Thread Michael Baquerizo
so if you only want to buy a single can, I'd vote for >> amber. >> >> >> >> On Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9:20:12 AM UTC-4 Michael Baquerizo wrote: >> >>> rivendell has always suggest some sort of contact cement or glue to get >>> th

Re: [RBW] Ebike Clem

2024-06-03 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Perhaps things have changed since your order / model but it looks like swytch can mount in many places, from front to back. A shame about the battery. I would love to electrify my clem On Monday, June 3, 2024 at 12:11:43 PM UTC-4 Hoch in ut wrote: > Thanks, Stephen! That’s unfortunate. Although

[RBW] Re: Cork Grips, Amber Shellac Or Clear

2024-05-29 Thread Michael Baquerizo
rivendell has always suggest some sort of contact cement or glue to get the grips on there. the idea that i'd pay the premium price for cork only to have them be useless once off never sat well with me, so i've found that a mix of various tapes (cotton tape, tubeless rim tape) are perfect for m

[RBW] Re: FS : Silver Bits, Black Bits, Riv Adjacent, Not so Rivvy -

2024-05-22 Thread Michael Baquerizo
eather Nitto 1" Cable Hanger Front > > Kim Hetzel. > > On Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 12:53:58 PM UTC-7 Michael Baquerizo wrote: > >> All prices do not include shipping from 11372 (or local NYC pickup). I >> believe this is my first post of items for sale, Happ

[RBW] FS : Silver Bits, Black Bits, Riv Adjacent, Not so Rivvy -

2024-05-22 Thread Michael Baquerizo
All prices do not include shipping from 11372 (or local NYC pickup). I believe this is my first post of items for sale, Happy to receive money with buyer protection but the price still has to the amounts shown. That's math i'm happy for you to do. see link for photos: https://photos.app.goo.g

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

2024-05-21 Thread Michael Baquerizo
t; or maybe the red which was used on a select few Atlanti? > I have a good friend who owns a couple of Bob Jacksons and a couple of > Rivendells. So, that will be a question (his preference between them) I > will have to pose to him. > Paul > > On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 02:13:2

[RBW] Surly Rear Rack? Silver? Black?

2024-05-18 Thread Michael Baquerizo
I have been putting together a kid bike out of a Clem L and mistakenly purchased a rear rack that's not compatible with my bike seat. I have decided that this rack is the best option for my use case and am trying to get a deal. I'm based in NYC and understand that shipping a rack can be cost p

[RBW] Re: Selling Betty Foy and Ives Gomez

2024-03-27 Thread Michael Baquerizo
can i ask how tall you are / your PBH? That Yves looks as low as it could go, wondering if it would work for me. On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 2:41:28 PM UTC-4 wpes...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: IMG_0268.jpeg]Betty found a new home but my Ives Gomez is still > available. It’s on a 60 cm frame

[RBW] Re: WTPF - Nitto Noodle, Albastache, and 70mm Tallux stem

2023-12-17 Thread Michael Baquerizo
would be happy to cover shipping on the talkux please let me know if avail On Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 7:06:30 PM UTC-5 J Imler wrote: > I’m open to the drops and stem is available. > > On Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 2:17:00 PM UTC-8 modemm...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> (WTPF = Want To Pay F

[RBW] VBC chainring swap?

2023-12-13 Thread Michael Baquerizo
hi all - i took my VBC chainrings off my appaloosa and theyre going on to a bob jackson audax frame that has a braze on for front derailleur, ie i need to use a certain size ring to get my front derailleur to work. thinking anyhting from 46-50 would be ideal for the big ring, and 36-38 or so fo

[RBW] Re: Kid's First Pedal Bike (Riv parent edition)

2023-11-17 Thread Michael Baquerizo
for the same reason people seem to like woom i've tried to avoid it. kinda fits in line (IMO) with liking rivendell. its a bit off the beaten path. with that said, we came upon our kids first bike through a buy nothing group on facebook. the brand is kokua, and it weighs less than most if not

[RBW] Re: FS: Dia Compe Gran Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes

2023-11-01 Thread Michael Baquerizo
its alwHs unclear if ive sent a message on iphone, but im intere in these so please let me know what next steps are On Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 12:33:00 PM UTC-4 bunny...@gmail.com wrote: > Whoops. I did not realize that! Thank you. > [image: brakes 2.jpeg][image: brakes 3.jpeg][image: br

[RBW] Looking For: dia compe 610s?

2023-09-26 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Thinking i'd like to try center pulls out on my next build. Anyone have a set they'd be interested in letting go? I don't have any of the necessary accoutrements either, front and rear cable hangers. Thanks in advance -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

Re: [RBW] Re: Babies on bikes

2023-09-12 Thread Michael Baquerizo
AM UTC-4 ted.l...@gmail.com >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>> My son is about to turn one and I’ve had him in a rear mounted Thule >>>> kids seat since he was about 8 months old. Before that, I played around >>>> with mounting his car seat base to

[RBW] Re: Babies on bikes

2023-09-01 Thread Michael Baquerizo
it might not just be research but also law. you should check in your area. i started when we were allowed to, i think still before 1 YO. we used a yepp maxi because i didn’t want to have to buy a mini and then a maxi after he grew out of it. but i regretted not being able to have him in the fro

Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto Promenade Bar

2023-08-21 Thread Michael Baquerizo
>> Nitto Choco Handlebar B357AAF - bicycle parts - by owner - bike sale >> <https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/bop/d/south-pasadena-nitto-choco-handlebar/7656648259.html> >> losangeles.craigslist.org >> <https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/bop/d/south-pasadena-ni

[RBW] Re: ‘95 Rivendell Road, repainted at Waterford

2023-08-20 Thread Michael Baquerizo
may i ask what that stem is? i don't see the nitto branding and it also seems to not have nitto hardware on the backside of the clamp. but the finish looks to be nitto like in quality. bike looks gorgeous and proportions look great too. looks like a bike that would fit me well. On Sunday, Aug

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Promenade Bar

2023-08-20 Thread Michael Baquerizo
or maybe just to talk about it? my son is due to upgrade from a balance bike to a pedal bike and because i'm me I want to switch things up a bit on whatever frame I end up buying him. I was intrigued that the bosco is just a bigger promenade bar so was wondering if anyone has experience with it

[RBW] Re: New Build Day! Two Speed Road Bike

2023-08-19 Thread Michael Baquerizo
where do you rank this era of rivendell in comparison to todays? i know they were offered as budget alternatives to the MUSA models but are they better (whatever this means) than MIT? I may even be wrong about what i mean about 'this era'. To me this bike, the redwood, and bleriot are all from

[RBW] Re: rack for Wald 139

2023-08-15 Thread Michael Baquerizo
ff or an equivalent haul from the farmer's market. I'm > just thinking would easily solve problems related to having of a lot of > weight above your wheel. > Best, > Scott > > On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 7:50:30 AM UTC-4 Michael Baquerizo wrote: > >> >>

[RBW] Re: rack for Wald 139

2023-08-14 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Not aure id this still works, but when i purchasedy basket rack, it was cheaper, even with shipping to get it frok boue lug the plus was any small afditionals hardly added to the shipping cost, so it justified some toss ins. i’d imagine the prices are still similar, but it seems like there a

Re: [RBW] Cargo/Kid bike recommendations (or bikefriday vs. tern)

2023-07-31 Thread Michael Baquerizo
recently put together a mundo for a friend with a triple and there's nothing weird about the seat tube. took a regular FD without any shims, etc. cant imagine a kombi is much different? On Saturday, July 29, 2023 at 2:19:26 PM UTC-4 Drw wrote: > Yeah it's definitely between the Kombi and Short

Re: [RBW] EVERYTHING! Lots of parts and tools

2023-07-29 Thread Michael Baquerizo
this was a crazy service to every project bike in every garage. thank you On Saturday, July 29, 2023 at 6:57:06 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > OMG PM TIA > > > > On Jul 29, 2023, at 11:13 AM, Drw wrote: > > Also pm'd. I'm probably too late, but this was fun. > > On Friday, July 28, 2023 at

[RBW] Re: FS: EVERYTHING! Lots of parts and tools

2023-07-28 Thread Michael Baquerizo
sent a PM against my better judgement. thanks! On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 2:27:56 PM UTC-4 twowheeledtexan wrote: > I'm moving and clearing out a bunch of stuff I've been hoarding. Prices > are shipped, PP or Venmo, you pay the fees or friends and family. Discounts > for multiple things, the m

Re: [RBW] WTB: Toyo Built Atlantis

2023-07-21 Thread Michael Baquerizo
actually that bike friday seems to scratch the itch. looks enough like a brompton that it scratches another itch. might have to begin plotting on one of those... On Friday, July 21, 2023 at 7:19:15 PM UTC-4 plumber...@gmail.com wrote: > Woul love to see a photo of the frame you have for sale. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Cargo/Kid bike recommendations (or bikefriday vs. tern)

2023-07-21 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i'm soon going to find myself in a similar situation. have been using my sam with the yepp maxi in the rear. i initially installed it on a mt-campee rear rack when he was much smaller and i wasnt really concerned with the weight, but hes close enough to the 40 mark that i'm worried about it. hav

[RBW] Re: bike sleuthing on the riv homepage (older model?)

2023-06-23 Thread Michael Baquerizo
IF its a riv (i wouldnt expect them to only use photos of their bikes) it's a homer, is my guess. sorta seems like it says so on the downtube, and its the only lugged bike they make right now that'd take those brakes. i suppose it could be an older sam, but i doubt it. On Friday, June 23, 2023

[RBW] ISO gumwall 26" 2.1+ tires

2023-06-09 Thread Michael Baquerizo
maybe something hanging in the rafters? hoping for something cheap. building up a bike for my mother, riv style, and am hoping to change the wheels to something cushy. the frame is an old rock hopper step through. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "R

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Technomic 190mm stem & more

2023-05-22 Thread Michael Baquerizo
-4 Michael Baquerizo wrote: > Looking to put together a riv style bike for my mom, belated birthday and > mothers day gift. > > Hoping to do so on a budget, already cleared out my parts bin for the same > gift for my father. > > >- I'm hoping a Technomic (the 1

[RBW] WTB Nitto Technomic 190mm stem & more

2023-05-22 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Looking to put together a riv style bike for my mom, belated birthday and mothers day gift. Hoping to do so on a budget, already cleared out my parts bin for the same gift for my father. - I'm hoping a Technomic (the 190mm height) comes in the not deluxe finish, only for $$ savings. Ot

Re: [RBW] forthcoming Hillibike "combo" predictions?

2023-05-15 Thread Michael Baquerizo
*If they didn't make major changes to the Hunqapillar, a newer version would just be an Appaloosa.* this is what i tell myself all the time. always wanted a hunq, but ended up with an appa. i used to hate the long chain stays and i still *prefer *the hunq, but I i really like my appaloosa. On

[RBW] Re: New crank?

2023-05-08 Thread Michael Baquerizo
agree on it's chunkiness, i thought it was funny will suggested the current silver crank wasnt all that chunky. it has grown on me though, like a lot of things seen over and over again. On Monday, May 8, 2023 at 5:23:40 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > I have zero info but I am excited to see w

Re: [RBW] Re: What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

2023-04-19 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i bought a used sackville on ebay that didnt come with any stiffener. coroplast is pretty expensive at office supplies so i just used cardboard. i forgot if i doubled it up but i then wrapped it in gaffers tape for some rigidity. i originally tried to melt a plastic record sleeve on it so it'd

[RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos paint question

2023-04-17 Thread Michael Baquerizo
that sucks. but if the price was right maybe its a good opportunity get it painted with a cream headtube. that bike could have been so much better looking with one. On Monday, April 17, 2023 at 12:32:37 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > That fork is the earlier San Marcos color, I don't know why th

[RBW] Re: WTB Large Rosco Baby in the next 12 months

2023-04-11 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i will say any bike with a top tube as opposed to a swooping tube is not something i’d recommend for a child carrier (if back seat is the eventual considerat) the ability to mount goes down severely when there’s a live being back there. unless you’re doing yoga and stretching regularly i’m jus

[RBW] Re: Sam Build - Wish Me Luck!

2023-03-13 Thread Michael Baquerizo
aware this is not the same color, and it might be even more different in person, those black zip ties ALL over the downtube ruin the paint for me. i think my bike has two (top and bottom) and it does the job well enough. https://www.cabletiesunlimited.com/4-18lb-florescent-green-cable-ties-100-b

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Legos!

2023-03-06 Thread Michael Baquerizo
what he's saying is the plural of lego is lego. not legos. On Monday, March 6, 2023 at 6:17:39 PM UTC-5 Garth wrote: > Seeing how the original Legos were shaped compared to that monstrosity, > well I'd call that cheating ! > > Legos as in plural referring to the little bricks themsel

Re: [RBW] Hand-Wringing: Kickstand Edition

2023-03-02 Thread Michael Baquerizo
yes i'll take a mini tutorial on polishing a pletscher for sure. On Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 2:39:18 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > Wow, Ken! I love that polished double! A real pletscher to look at! > > How'd you do that? > > Cheers, John > > On Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 7:19:38 AM UTC-8 Ken

Re: [RBW] Re: Fitting the Hunqapillar for touring

2023-02-28 Thread Michael Baquerizo
an aside, i love that salmon hunqapillar. such a good color on such a good bike. On Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 9:14:00 PM UTC-5 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > I’m not quite sure why the Zeitgeist bags are as ubiquitous as they are… > because they’re actually rather small in my opinion. Fine as a

Re: [RBW] Re: Blue Lug / Nitto strut light mount hack

2023-02-07 Thread Michael Baquerizo
my guess is in lieu of a having that extra (expensive) daruma, you could have not taken off that extra tab, opened up its hole with a drill, and used the daruma thats already at that fastening point. in my experience there's enough bolt for a little more to be sandwiched in there. the angle loo

[RBW] Re: Photos of your Small MUSA Atlantis?

2023-02-07 Thread Michael Baquerizo
that bike is so perfect. On Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 12:48:16 AM UTC-5 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > This guy’s account > is lovely! > > On Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 11:45:01 AM UTC-8 Al in SF wrote: > >> Briguy and others, >> >> Bumping

[RBW] Re: Coroplast season!

2022-11-13 Thread Michael Baquerizo
what is coroplast season? i have a sackville bag i purchased without coroplast and i'd love to find some to fill it in. On Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 5:11:56 PM UTC-5 R. Alexis wrote: > Hello folks. Looks like coroplast season is apron us. Anyone got any > projects/crafts planned for these?

[RBW] ISO Sackville Shopsack Bag LARGE

2022-11-09 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Preferably in olive, but open to other colors (namely grey grid, for sure not any variation of blue) Aware they are currently available on riv and will get one there if someone here doesnt have one they decided they dont need. thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Kickstand plates, what's up with that?

2022-11-07 Thread Michael Baquerizo
leaning is all fine and good until you throw a kid on the back of your bike. my 32 pounder goes on while my pletscher double is out. sam hillborne. On Monday, November 7, 2022 at 3:49:22 PM UTC-5 J J wrote: > Interesting discussions about benefits of and problems with kickstands. > > Richard,

Re: [RBW] Powder coated Clem H!

2022-11-05 Thread Michael Baquerizo
worthy of some resurecttio decals no? On Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 8:51:58 PM UTC-4 fra...@gmail.com wrote: > Thank you Richard! > > On Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 5:41:11 PM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > >> One of a kind! Beautiful! >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Nov 5, 2022, at 8:2

[RBW] Re: FS Silver 2 bar end shifters

2022-11-05 Thread Michael Baquerizo
any interest in keeping the pods and selling the shifters? On Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 4:08:35 PM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > Rivendell Silver 2 bar end shifters mounted on Shimano Bar End Pods. 2 > minutes with a Dremel tool on the pods and spacers and a second metal > washer and everything fi

[RBW] Re: FOR SALE: SHIMANO M730 CRANK SET

2022-10-28 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Charlie - I reached out to you about these privately. I am interested if they are still around, in the current set up - but i wouldn't mind if that chainring guard was removed. looks like its sitting on the of the crank? On Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 6:54:33 PM UTC-4 Charlie wrote: > MY MIST

[RBW] is it me or is dull bright now dull brighter?

2022-10-05 Thread Michael Baquerizo
sort of rhetorical, because i just received a basket rack from japan and compared it to the two nitto racks i already have on my bike. there was a cloudiness (dull) that nitto was using that sort of disappeared. i suspected it from the photos but receiving it has confirmed. anyone else see it

[RBW] Re: FS: 2 Nitto Cockpit kits + assorted Riv gear

2022-08-04 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Heya - i messaged about the hat. not sure if it hit your junk folder. please feel free to reach out. Thanks! On Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 1:18:50 PM UTC-4 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote: > It's a rainy day in South Alabama so I'm cleaning out my shed. > I have the following for sale: > > Dro

Re: [RBW] Hillibikes are so close!

2022-06-22 Thread Michael Baquerizo
I notice a lot of black cliffhangers being used on these...do people know something i don't, or are they just gonna let those brake pads run their course on the rim? On Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at 4:21:29 PM UTC-4 Daniel MacPherson wrote: > Okay. It was the headset. I got my mechanic friend (30

[RBW] iso : 650b sized silver pass & stow

2022-06-10 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i know this is a long shot, but why not. i want (not need) a pass and stow for my sam hillborne and am always terrified by the price. not saying it's not worth it, but perhaps someone here has one collecting dust? feel free to contact off list. thanks! -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] 1400 front derailers

2022-04-27 Thread Michael Baquerizo
grant did mention that aesthetically theyre nothing to write home about so...don't get your hopes up. On Monday, April 25, 2022 at 7:42:56 PM UTC-4 hinton...@gmail.com wrote: > Made by MicroShift but no model mention: > https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/grant-petersens-blog/early-april > > On Mond

[RBW] blue lug koma light question

2022-03-14 Thread Michael Baquerizo
recently got one of these and my kid decided to pull out the plug that covers the port. wondering if someone can snap a photo of theirs so i can try and find an online replacement? appreciate the help in advance! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

Re: [RBW] Pigeonholed in Bicycle Philosophy

2022-03-05 Thread Michael Baquerizo
i came to know rbw probably 5 years later than you (in age) and now 36 i don't feel i've missed anything. if you ever do, just do it. liking one bike shouldnt stop you from appreciating another. same with their packaged philosophies. On Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 6:38:34 PM UTC-5 Patrick Mo

[RBW] RBW small bits trading post

2022-01-22 Thread Michael Baquerizo
feel free to delete if this is not allowed, for whatever reason. i and i'm sure we all, have collected bits and bobs throughout the years, items (smaller: think struts and bolts, etc) especially when it comes to nitto, I find that replacements cost an crazy percentage of a whole product. any

Re: [RBW] Re: question and WTB for two new country builds

2022-01-09 Thread Michael Baquerizo
oh and, i temporarily gave up on the double kickstand and used the one that came with my wife's clem. i've determined non double kickstands suck. On Sunday, January 9, 2022 at 3:00:06 PM UTC-5 Michael Baquerizo wrote: > added the rack for support. wrapped the bars some, managed t

[RBW] Re: question and WTB for two new country builds

2021-12-28 Thread Michael Baquerizo
ads themselves don't add much strength to the bolt and if you file > off too much and the bolt breaks someday, bolts are cheap and the frame has > not been altered.. > > Laing > Delray Beach FL > > On Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 10:00:01 PM UTC-5 Michael Baquerizo wro

[RBW] Re: Bike repair stand build

2021-12-19 Thread Michael Baquerizo
thank you kindly for posting this, i was one who initially asked in your build vids. On Sunday, December 19, 2021 at 8:32:58 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi all – I recently built a bike repair stand from gas plumbing parts and > a woodworking clamp. It's not as slick as some of the read

[RBW] Re: For Sale :: TK [long]

2021-12-18 Thread Michael Baquerizo
since they ^^ asked i'd be happy to see a 1" Deore XT Headset XTR 9 speed RD (the series that has an 'X' incorporated into the design, used often at riv years ago) (or another of the Deore XT mentioned above) 9 or 10 cm Tallux *fingers crossed* On Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 10:40:0

[RBW] Re: question and WTB for two new country builds

2021-12-07 Thread Michael Baquerizo
thanks for the recommendations and suggestions - managed to get a matching rear thumbie for the bike, and went ahead and ordered a set of paul levers because they'll likely be the last set of levers we'll ever need. been really digging old shimano mtb stuff lately but didn't want to hold out wa

[RBW] Re: question and WTB for two new country builds

2021-12-02 Thread Michael Baquerizo
these days. I > also recall they mentioned the size of the drill bit for pilot holes as > well... might be something that could be found in the wayback machine > archives if nothing else turns up or maybe a call into Riv in case they > still have any lying around? > > > >

[RBW] question and WTB for two new country builds

2021-12-01 Thread Michael Baquerizo
3rd time i'm trying this, ill skip pictures for now since they're crappy but recently built up an appaloosa from the FFHS and a stock Clem, with a few additions from the stock build. since this is boring without words i'll try to add the photos in subsequent posts. now my questions: does anyone

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Timeline - it's happening!

2021-11-30 Thread Michael Baquerizo
any info regarding these two bombadils? asking because they're the same, but different. and one is very close to that appa proto posted above. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbiketouringnews.com%2Fadvocacy-awareness%2Ffat-tire-pioneers%2F&psig=AOvVaw25kPjnVkOVG8DFUipsAyrC&ust=163

[RBW] Re: The scariest Rivendell - Halloween Special - Pumpkin QuickBeam and Carbon

2021-11-06 Thread Michael Baquerizo
I've wanted to make a post about Rivendell's not set up at all like Rivendell's, because they usually look pretty awesome. This bike delivers. On Friday, October 29, 2021 at 1:16:56 PM UTC-4 robkr...@gmail.com wrote: > I like it. Are those hubs from a Vanilla/Speedvagen? Looks sort of like >

[RBW] WANTED: White Industries VBC Silver Crank Arms 170mm

2021-10-16 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Need these as the final puzzle piece for my 2021 Appaloosa. Made a post months ago that has yet to be approved, so here we are again. The last post had a laundry list, this has only my crank arms. I'm open to condition - i already have the rings and bolts - just need the arms and the lockring.

Re: [RBW] Re: 2021 Appaloosa thread

2021-07-28 Thread Michael Baquerizo
gt;>>>>>>>>>>> On Wed, Jun 30, 2021 at 9:56 PM bp wrote: >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>> After snagging one of the orange 60cm frames (completed >>>>>>>>>>>>> checkout in 45 seconds

Re: [RBW] Re: 2021 Appaloosa thread

2021-07-22 Thread Michael Baquerizo
;>>>>>>> On Wed, Jun 30, 2021 at 9:56 PM bp wrote: >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>> After snagging one of the orange 60cm frames (completed >>>>>>>>>>>>&

[RBW] anyone in NYC selling a bike repair stand?

2021-07-09 Thread Michael Baquerizo
in an attempt to get a deal, wondering if anyone has a work stand they're hoping to sell or upgrade and need an excuse. ideally a feedback sports tripod style unit but i'd consider park took as well. thanks in advance! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

Re: [RBW] Re: 2021 Appaloosa thread

2021-06-23 Thread Michael Baquerizo
appreciate the info. buying parts for this bike bit by bit so the tires, despite their sticker shock, shouldn't hurt *too *much...i think. On Monday, June 21, 2021 at 6:04:02 PM UTC-4 bicycler...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks, Bones! Yours is a beaut, too. It fits right in among that field of > fl

[RBW] wtb technomic deluxe or tallux 25.4 and 100-110 mm

2021-06-23 Thread Michael Baquerizo
preferably in close to new condition. i don't mind insertion marks but it's not like i'm seeking them out. 225 extension preferably but i'd settle for the shorter one i guess. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: 2021 Appaloosa thread

2021-06-20 Thread Michael Baquerizo
une 16, 2021 at 2:23:30 PM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Eric, is that 3:30 eastern time, which means they nearly sold out >>>>>>>>>> in 30 minutes??? >>>>>>>>>> >&g

[RBW] anyone push their altus (m310) to a 36t rear cog?

2021-06-20 Thread Michael Baquerizo
bought a 11-36t cassette for my new appa and already have some altus' that i'd like to use ( i guess i have back up shimano rear in case they dont) but i realized it's supposed to be 34t max. anyone get it past that? tried looking elsewhere to no avail. keep seeing altus' on riv builds and it'

Re: [RBW] Re: 2021 Appaloosa thread

2021-06-15 Thread Michael Baquerizo
thanks to (still not sure if i'm happy about it) this thread, I snagged a 51 in mermaid from Maine Bike Works. As much as I wanted one I wasn't going to get my hopes up from RBW, but regardless i'm excited to see how quick things move tomorrow. unfortunately don't think i'm in a rush to build

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