[RBW] Re: Campy and Riv

2024-02-11 Thread Ryan
My 2001 Riv Road has Silver 1st gen barend shifters shifting an 80s Super Record derailleur and it works fine; any misshifts are totally attributable to the operator...since derailleurs themselves are not "indexed" I can't see logically why you can't use Silver shifters with the newer (than my

[RBW] Re: RoadeoRosa teaser

2024-02-09 Thread Ryan
Wow...is it ever! Is that a fade or just lighting* ?* *Dying to see the finished bike...as you are no doubt* On Friday, February 9, 2024 at 4:22:34 PM UTC-6 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Rick at D tells me he'll be delivering my Roadeo frame set to Rivendell > HQ next week sometime. He gave me a

Re: [RBW] Goals for 2024 (will they be S.M.A.R.T. ?)

2024-02-08 Thread Ryan
Happy birthday Bill...great way to spend the day Now...about your new roadeo Best...Ryan in winnipeg On Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 8:41:42 PM UTC-6 DTL wrote: > Ride with friends more is a goal of mine. Even once a month would be an > increase for me! > And a general

[RBW] Re: FS: 1997 Road Standard - 57cm on the Ebay

2024-02-07 Thread Ryan
Wow...that is nice...looks like it is in immaculate condition...and more than fair price...a classic On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 3:23:32 PM UTC-6 Bryan R wrote: > Just listed this. > > Honor to have owned and ridden. > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/256399897887 > > > -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Wanted: Jones LWB

2024-02-06 Thread Ryan Frahm
I am another vote to pick up a Jones on sale! I prefer the SWB for most of my riding but the LWB sis awesome in its own way. The SWB has replaced all of my other bikes. Though I still need to sell a Tanglefoot Hardtack. Drop bars just don’t work for me… On Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 6:45:01 

Re: [RBW] FS: Thule Doubeltrack 990 hitch rack

2024-02-05 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
that over. Fun ride the other weekend. Hope your packing is going well!Cheers,Ryan Sent from my mobile device. On Feb 5, 2024, at 8:40 AM, Patch T wrote:NYC area Riv folks!Hoping to sell this 2-bike platform hitch rack before tomorrow. Thule Doubletrack 990.It's the predecessor to the Doubletrack

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

2024-02-04 Thread Ryan
Rmrose...+1 for the PX10...mine is ss only. Long history of almost 50 years with these bikes...current one is my 3rd...and yes I still love riding Itnew roaduno IS intriguing though. And in winnipeg...windy and flat. On Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 1:49:31 PM UTC-6 rmro...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Rapid rise derailleur rec

2024-02-02 Thread tio ryan
I recently installed a *Shimano XTR RD-M960 SGS* on my Platypus and it feels fantastic with the Suntour power ratchet (there is no ferrule on the cable here bc I wanted to wrap the chainstay first) On Friday, February 2, 2024 at 9:34:41 AM UTC-5 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > This one. My first

Re: [RBW] B17 alternatives

2024-02-01 Thread Ryan Frahm
B-17 user her but still never 100% happy with them. I recently tried the cutout version and find it to be a huge improvement over the standard B-17. I have tried the several saddles over the years, the Berthoud is so close but not quite the right fit for me. The Aspen being slightly too narrow

[RBW] Re: Mainstream press article pushing steel bike?

2024-01-29 Thread tio ryan
Bike Snob owns a Homer and a Platypus, and his wife has a Clem. I often see his Homer locked up. His blog, along with his endless praise for his Platypus, convinced me to finally purchase one last year. He's also praised step-thru bicycles in a past article

[RBW] Re: Brooks B68 Video

2024-01-20 Thread Ryan
Corwin...very nice! Is it finished and delivered yet? On Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 11:15:54 AM UTC-6 Dorothy C wrote: > I like the gumball machine filled with brake boss paint protection caps at > 30 seconds in > > On Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 6:25:31 AM UTC-8 brok...@gmail.com wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: New Jewelry for my Platypus

2024-01-17 Thread Ryan
I'm sure of it! > > On Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 1:42:14 PM UTC-8 tio ryan wrote: > >> What a lovely bicycle! Appreciate the close up photos with the snowy >> backdrop — I can't get enough >> >> On Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 4:33:16 PM UTC-5 SallyG

Re: [RBW] Re: New Jewelry for my Platypus

2024-01-17 Thread tio ryan
What a lovely bicycle! Appreciate the close up photos with the snowy backdrop — I can't get enough On Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 4:33:16 PM UTC-5 SallyG wrote: > Just beautiful, Leah; thanks for sharing!! > > On Wed, Jan 17, 2024 at 1:18 PM Leah Peterson wrote: > >> I finally got the call

Re: [RBW] Re: Silver crank surprise and the weight of things

2024-01-15 Thread Ryan Frahm
To me, I don’t notice the weight on my normal rides and commutes, I have racks and gear and pull a trailer everywhere so weight is what it is. I do notice the weight when the trail disappears on a weekend trip and I’m lifting the bike and all my gear over or pushing/pulling under down trees.

Re: [RBW] Re: Silver crank surprise and the weight of things

2024-01-13 Thread Ryan Frahm
I will say I was surprised when I weighed my 2 piece Silver crank (double) vs the White Industries single that I planned to put on my Susie. The Sliver was over a pound heavier. I think my Susie was under 30lbs but I never weighed it. I usually don’t think much about the weight because of

[RBW] Re: First turns of the pedals on my new Platypus

2024-01-12 Thread tio ryan
Looking good! I too was pleasantly surprised how silent the rear hub is. You're making me want a frame pump :) On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 2:42:45 PM UTC-5 Tim Bantham wrote: > [image: IMG_4837.jpeg] > > On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 2:28:40 PM UTC-5 Tim Bantham wrote: > >> We had a rare

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2024-01-12 Thread tio ryan
ton 650b conversion >> On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 12:38:44 PM UTC-5 tio ryan wrote: >> >>> After years of admiration, I finally talked myself into purchasing a >>> 50cm Platypus complete (Sergio Green) back in November. It arrived >>> mid-December and

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

2024-01-09 Thread Ryan
46:17 AM UTC-7 Eric Daume wrote: >> >>> The Grand Crus are mid reach brakes, the Roaduno will take long reach >>> brakes. >>> >>> On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Ryan wrote: >>> >>>> What about vo grand cru brakes? >>>> &

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

2024-01-09 Thread Ryan
9, 2024 at 6:46:17 AM UTC-7 Eric Daume wrote: > >> The Grand Crus are mid reach brakes, the Roaduno will take long reach >> brakes. >> >> On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Ryan wrote: >> >>> What about vo grand cru brakes? >>> >>> On Tu

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

2024-01-09 Thread Ryan
What about vo grand cru brakes? On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 4:11:26 AM UTC-6 Eric Daume wrote: > I can live with the hanger and shifter boss, they offer some intriguing > build ideas. But the long reach brakes killed this frame for me. Based on > my previous experiences with them, they are

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2024-01-08 Thread Ryan
Nice presentalso I love your Christmas tree! On Monday, January 8, 2024 at 3:30:04 PM UTC-6 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Josh, how wonderful! I’m so happy for her. What did she think when she > saw? Has she been out riding? > > On Monday, January 8, 2024 at 2:13:52 PM UTC-5 Josh C

[RBW] Re: NYC Riv Ride?

2024-01-06 Thread tio ryan
long time pedaler, first time owner -- would love to meet for a ride! a ride out to the beach with a stop at any of the aforementioned spots is always fun. I personally like hitting up spumoni gardens on the way back. grand army plaza @ prospect park is a good meet up spot for a ride like

[RBW] Re: Platypus or Clem - Please help me choose

2024-01-02 Thread Ryan
Joyce makes a good point about finding a way for your wife to try both and pick the one she likes best...and Joyce owns both. One good thing seems to be that there is no bad choice Good luck whatever you decide! On Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 2:49:50 PM UTC-6 JAS wrote: > I have both a 52

Re: [RBW] NYC Riv Ride?

2024-01-02 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
Not sure about my plans but would love to be kept in the loop. A ride to the Rockaways is nice this time of year, if not too windy. Sent from my mobile device. On Jan 2, 2024, at 1:26 PM, Caroline Golum wrote:Seeing the LA Riv Ride post got me thinking! Anyone in the NYC area interested in a

[RBW] Re: SF RB-1 looking very nice

2023-12-21 Thread Ryan
Iirc I thought it was the yellow rb1 that came with sti while the red had those superbe brakes in 1993 On Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 3:49:52 PM UTC-6 Brian Cunningham wrote: > Must've been too good of a deal. In the 90 minutes since your post, > Irving, the listing has been removed. > >

[RBW] Re: Who wants a fender bird?

2023-12-18 Thread Ryan
Nice..he should get you to do it On Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10:34:07 AM UTC-6 Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote: > Just a thought, but why not? Plenty of raptors around Riv HQ. Maybe if we > all twist Grant's wing he'll come up with something cool. > > Marty > > [image: RBW Fender

[RBW] Re: When were butterscotch Appaloosas made?

2023-12-13 Thread Ryan
2015 or 2016 On Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 8:10:35 PM UTC-6 Eric Grim wrote: > Does anyone remember, in what year (or years) were butterscotch-colored > Appaloosas made? The 2018 frames catalog lists blue and silver ones. The > website presently offers them in purple and olive. Mine's

[RBW] Re: New bike day: 60cm Sergio Green Platypus complete

2023-12-11 Thread Ryan
Nice...glad it worked out so well for you! On Monday, December 11, 2023 at 7:27:03 PM UTC-6 BrettG wrote: > Picked up RBW HQ this morning, put on pedals, grips, saddle, etc. and rode > it back to SF (no BART or ferry...took the long way via Richmond and GG > bridges - so all day shake-down

Re: [RBW] Re: 1st world commuting dilemma

2023-12-11 Thread Ryan
My X0-1 and Peugeot PX10 did just that.when I was still working...and with less than ideal security it was a no-brainer On Monday, December 11, 2023 at 1:50:08 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote: > I meant to stress that with a bit of looking one might very well find a > beater that gives 9/10

[RBW] Re: PSA 1997 Rivendell Road Custom 58cm

2023-12-08 Thread Ryan
Pictures? On Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 4:31:15 PM UTC-6 wats...@umn.edu wrote: > Just a heads up, bikejerks on IG in Minneapolis has a cool Rivendell Road > Custom for sale for $2600. Jeff Frane is the seller, has worked in the > industry and seems to do a nice job with his builds and

Re: [RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

2023-12-07 Thread Ryan
>>>>> supposed >>>>> to be premier braking, and I'm excited to try it out. >>>>> >>>>> Mocking up the weights of things, I may be able to pull in a full >>>>> build at 18.5 pounds without rack and fenders, and maybe (ju

Re: [RBW] WTT for Nitto seat posts (lugged 26.8, 2-bolt 27.2)

2023-12-05 Thread Ryan
The lugged post is 2 bolt...unless you are looking for the S83 On Monday, December 4, 2023 at 8:53:23 PM UTC-6 Eric Grim wrote: > I didn't know that, too bad. In that case, I'd still like to trade for a > two-bolt Nitto seatpost with 27.2mm diameter. > > Eric Grim (Spokane) > > owner of a Riv

Re: [RBW] Studs for Winter Riding?

2023-12-04 Thread Ryan Frahm
Well said, Peter. On Monday, December 4, 2023 at 4:34:18 AM UTC-8 peter...@gmail.com wrote: > Studs do nothing for you in snow. They only add weight and are noisy on > pavement. Studs are only useful on ice. For snow you need tall tread > blocks. > > That being said, in winter we tend to get

Re: [RBW] Studs for Winter Riding?

2023-12-03 Thread Ryan Frahm
Yes, sorry. I didn’t catch the auto correct! Mine are 27.5x2.1. The only others I used were right at 2”. So I can’t really say if wider helps. I can say that the more aggressive tread and studs have made a huge difference. They are about as loud as a car with studded tires though and my old set

[RBW] Re: Studs for Winter Riding?

2023-12-03 Thread Ryan Frahm
Hey John, glad you got out and had fun in the snow! Right now I am running the 45nrth Khama tires and they work really really well. Last season I had the Schwalbe Marathon version and they were great on ice but so so at best in the slush or any inches of snow built up. I love the confidence of

Re: [RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

2023-12-03 Thread Ryan
My bad...rh was a choice but maybe Bill changed his mind Pure fantasy...some Bruce Gordon ming the merciless cactus Would be cool looking On Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 10:53:42 AM UTC-6 Ryan wrote: > Brake choice is rh cantis.man even the raw frame is elegant > You can see nobilette

Re: [RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

2023-12-03 Thread Ryan
premier braking, and I'm excited to try it out. >>>> >>>> Mocking up the weights of things, I may be able to pull in a full build >>>> at 18.5 pounds without rack and fenders, and maybe (just maybe) at >>>> 19.99lbs >>>> with

Re: [RBW] Re: NBOD: New Bike Ordered Day! The mythical canti-Roa!

2023-12-02 Thread Ryan
Can hardly wait to see it built up! Long wait but worth it I'm sure On Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 9:57:15 AM UTC-6 George Schick wrote: > You gonna stick with the default red/white Roadeo color scheme or choose > something else? > > > On Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 8:45:33 AM UTC-6 Bill

Re: [RBW] Re: Anna Purple

2023-11-26 Thread Ryan
So I take it the 50 purple Is on its way On Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 8:59:53 AM UTC-6 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I have been wanting to try a 50 cm Platypus. Not that I would part with my > 55 Platys, but I can’t take them traveling, and I have some rides in mind > for the

Re: [RBW] Susie Longbolts – offload yours on me or talk me out of it?!

2023-11-25 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
You could also wait for the new batch that's apparently a merging of Suz and Gus. On Mon, Nov 20, 2023 at 2:42 PM Ryan Ogilvie wrote: > I got a 56 Suz a few months ago and experience aligns with Mack's. Really > versatile--fun on road and trail. > > Frame is pretty light, so

Re: [RBW] Susie Longbolts – offload yours on me or talk me out of it?!

2023-11-25 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
I got a 56 Suz a few months ago and experience aligns with Mack's. Really versatile--fun on road and trail. Frame is pretty light, so you could do a minimalist steel frame build. I have dynamo, cliffhangers, racks, but don't mind the weight. It is a looong frame. Hard to fit on car racks, trains

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

2023-11-22 Thread Ryan
, 2023 at 11:14:40 AM UTC-5 Ryan wrote: > >> >> >> Very nice! >> On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 8:52:47 AM UTC-6 Patch T wrote: >> >>> And here it is in the California sunset. >>> >>> [image: IMG_6899.jpeg] >>> >>> On Tues

Re: [RBW] Re: Susie Longbolts – offload yours on me or talk me out of it?!

2023-11-21 Thread Ryan Frahm
I will chime in just to say that I think Richard is right about how amazing these bikes are to ride! In my opinion, I’d go for a Gus. If I had, I’d likely still have it. I’m 170lbs so on Will’s suggestion I went for the Susie. In my experience, the Susie turns into a noodle at speed through the

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

2023-11-21 Thread Ryan
Very nice! On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 8:52:47 AM UTC-6 Patch T wrote: > And here it is in the California sunset. > > [image: IMG_6899.jpeg] > > On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 6:51:30 AM UTC-8 Patch T wrote: > >> This is not a Riv, but here's a '92 RB2 in purple that my FIL recently >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

2023-11-20 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
I’d be interested. (In NYC.) Whether I can pull it off would depend on a bunch of factors. But would definitely prioritize. Sent from my mobile device. On Nov 19, 2023, at 7:13 PM, Brian Turner wrote:This all has me dreaming up a Riv owners overnighter or multi-day excursion along the C / W

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

2023-11-18 Thread Ryan
ore a fan of earth tones and the like. > > Although, I'm interested to see the new batch of Clems in orange... > > On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 2:04:10 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding > Ding! wrote: > >> Ryan, I KNOW. I’m starting to think the same thing. I can sell my Clem, &g

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

2023-11-18 Thread Ryan
I remember that article. Gotta admit the Ana purple Is growing on me. Maybe Leah should snatch that 50 Platypus On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 4:21:41 AM UTC-6 ascpgh wrote: > I'm OK with purple, I had a '93 XO-2 in a dark metallic purple. Grant had > a bit in the '91 catalog about colors

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on top tube anomaly

2023-11-17 Thread Ryan
New bike and you are the original owner correct? looks a little scary and if you are the only owner hopping down stairs sounds like the culprit see what riv says but not sure this would be a warranty issue...but it's prob fixable good luck! sorry for shifty typing On Friday, November 17,

Re: [RBW] Re: Compliments

2023-11-16 Thread Ryan
Thanks rich...can't bring myself to sell them yet even though I haven't been riding them as much On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 10:27:02 AM UTC-6 RichS wrote: > Hey Ryan, nice bikes. Very nice!!! > > Best, > Rich in ATL > > On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 11:04:36 A

[RBW] Re: Compliments

2023-11-15 Thread Ryan
For sure.not many in Winnipeg On Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 2:01:31 PM UTC-6 aeroperf wrote: > So one thing I’ve noticed - I mean REALLY noticed - about our Rivendell > bikes is that they get compliments. > > I ride the Silver Comet near Atlanta. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-15 Thread Ryan Frahm
Funny enough, I seem to get more odd looks on my Tanglefoot Hardtack than I did on my old Susie. Something about high drop bars and a basket rack really seems to confuse people. I did have a few “cruiser bike” comments with the Susie though. Doesn’t phase me at all. I get a lot of questions

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-15 Thread Ryan Frahm
reeted with “Nice Klunker bars”, so > I can relate to the misreading of bike components and styles by others. > > On Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 8:36:09 PM UTC rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Ryan, it’s working out great so far. I’ve ridden singletrack 6 of the >> las

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-13 Thread Ryan Frahm
Looks great! Those bars look like the perfect mix of comfort while still being more aggressive than the Bosco. Very nice! On Monday, November 13, 2023 at 4:54:48 PM UTC-8 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > Wonderful pictures, Richard ! > The first one is my favorite. > > Kim Hetzel. > > On Monday,

[RBW] Re: Atlantis date indicators

2023-11-10 Thread Ryan
2011 could be Waterford On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 4:45:56 PM UTC-6 dylantho...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi everyone - > > currently speaking with a seller of an atlantis 2 - dated 2011. This has > the cream accent panel on the seat tube. My old atlantis had a 2 but no > cream accent panel.

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus for Clem L?

2023-11-10 Thread Ryan
Custom?can't wait to see it Roberta! Cliffhanger wheels? On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 8:38:27 AM UTC-6 Roberta wrote: > I'll post pics when it's put together. :) > > In the meantime, perhaps Chung's wife can try a Platy. > > On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 9:32:50 AM UTC-5

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-11-09 Thread Ryan Ray
Here is my Bleriot for sale on CL in Seattle or I will pay my LBS 150 bucks to box it up right. I bought a bigger Homer instead! https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-61cm-rivendell-bleriot/7683878809.html On Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 1:48:24 PM UTC-8 reeb wrote: > could be a

Re: [RBW] Re: Bedrock Mountain Clogs in Stock!

2023-11-09 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
Thanks for posting your size feedback. I ended up dithering so will need to wait for the next batch. Sent from my mobile device. On Oct 31, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Michael Ullmer wrote:I concur! I got mine over the weekend and went with a size 13, though I usually wear size 11-12 in most shoes. I

[RBW] FS: Tubus Front Pannier Rack

2023-11-09 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
on Tubus' website any longer, so if you want a pure (no shelf) pannier rack, let me know. Pics here: https://share.icloud.com/photos/04bGhddBn0CGm391zrpyOuRkg Best, Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

Re: [RBW] Re: A. Homer Hilsen fender clearance

2023-11-08 Thread Ryan Ray
Thanks! On Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 6:25 AM aeroperf wrote: > My 2019 Homer fit Velo Orange Zeppelin 52 fenders no problem. > It had 559 brakes as well, but it was a 650b tire size. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] A. Homer Hilsen fender clearance

2023-11-07 Thread Ryan Ray
to! - Ryan P.S. First Riv since I bought a Rambo off this list many years ago -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

Re: [RBW] Stolen 1995 Rivendell Road Standard recovered!

2023-11-06 Thread Ryan
Glad you got it back! On Monday, November 6, 2023 at 4:30:11 PM UTC-6 Andrew Letton wrote: > Great news, Adrianna! I'm happy for you. > > I can't really tell from the resolution of the photo, but it looks like it > is just the decals that were painted or marked over. If they used a Sharpie >

Re: [RBW] Rapid Rise Resurrection

2023-10-30 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
on their way, but still curious if the jockey wheel machine screw is different for the top (guide) wheel. Cheers, Ryan On Wed, Oct 25, 2023 at 12:06 PM Ryan Ogilvie wrote: > Thanks, Thomas, Michael! > > This largely confirms what I was thinking, namely, that these parts aren’t > too esoter

Re: [RBW] WTB: basket bag for wald 137

2023-10-30 Thread Ryan Frahm
These are super nice and on sale! I love mine! https://www.sim.works/products/ral-wb-loader On Sunday, October 29, 2023 at 6:37:39 PM UTC-7 Melanie wrote: > I’ve got this one: > > > On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 9:06 PM tellyoutoday wrote: > >> Curious if anyone has a 137 bag they're not using. >>

[RBW] Re: Bedrock Mountain Clogs in Stock!

2023-10-28 Thread Ryan Frahm
I was so excited for the restock! I didn’t see the email before I took my daughter to school. In those 30 or so minutes, my size was sold out in the full leather. Hopefully I don’t have to wait another year for a 30 minute window. On Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 4:05:09 AM UTC-7 maxcr wrote:

Re: [RBW] Rapid Rise Resurrection

2023-10-25 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
Thanks, Thomas, Michael!This largely confirms what I was thinking, namely, that these parts aren’t too esoteric and might run into range issues. My thumb shifters work with my 105 so curious what they do with the RR. Might try it out this weekend. Sent from my mobile device. On Oct 24, 2023, at

[RBW] Rapid Rise Resurrection

2023-10-24 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
would prefer to conserve the parts I've already own. That said, my main motivation is to resurrect this Rapid Rise. Open to all ya'lls thoughts. Best, Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-18 Thread Ryan
;>>> >>>>> Love Deb's "pre stock" grips for your Ergons. She's the best. >>>>> >>>>> Andy Cheatham >>>>> Pittsburgh >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>&g

Re: [RBW] 2.25 Thunder Burt on a Platypus?

2023-10-17 Thread Ryan Frahm
I would say it isn’t likely. I have the Soma Cazadero 700x50mm on my wife’s 55 with Cliffhanger rims and there is no room to spare. On Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 7:10:49 AM UTC-7 ted.l...@gmail.com wrote: > No specific experience mounting that combo but I can tell you that 2.25" > tires on

[RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2023-10-14 Thread Ryan
those zeste cantilever brakes have a Meccano set vibe that I rather like I have experience with the grand cru road. it wouldn't surprise me that these work well too. I think velo orange is a great company On Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 1:21:38 PM UTC-5 wboe...@gmail.com wrote: > It's not

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-14 Thread Ryan
2023 at 7:39:10 AM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com >> wrote: >> >>> Yeah, the whole 26.8 seat tube limitation has got to be one of the most >>> frustrating things about this era of Rivendell. >>> >>> On Oct 12, 2023, at 6:43 AM, Leah Peterson wrote: >&

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-11 Thread Ryan
the grips are smashing.but nitto needs to make a 26.8 lugged seatpost for that lovely bike.just saying On Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 8:57:32 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Raspberry Platypus BEFORE: > [image: image0.jpeg] > > [image: image6.jpeg] > > > AND After… > [image:

[RBW] Re: Another 26" Atlantis build

2023-10-09 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
Man, just built up a bike, but these got me looking to do another (which I can’t afford, unfortunately). Nice looking bike. On Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 3:40:05 PM UTC-4 Brian Turner wrote: > Looks like these old 26"ers are getting a lot of love around here this > past week. I thought I'd

Re: [RBW] "A Steamy Lug Affair" by Grant Petersen

2023-10-08 Thread Ryan
Did clems precede roadinis? On Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 9:45:38 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm happy to share, glad everyone who responded has enjoyed! Always fun to > turn up a little Rivendell/Grant tidbit "in the wild." > > On Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 9:57:24 AM UTC-4 Dorothy C

[RBW] Re: Bike Shop Misadventures

2023-10-07 Thread Ryan
I can totally relate.i took my all-rounder wheels in for servicing and they lost the rear quick release from the Mavic 501 hubs.try finding another one.nope.i was not best pleased needless to say. On Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 8:07:31 AM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote: > Is this your first time

Re: [RBW] Another 26" Atlantis build

2023-10-04 Thread Ryan
e: > >> Wow ! Nice work. I love the brown leather and gum walls. >> >> On Wed, Oct 4, 2023 at 1:32 PM John Dewey wrote: >> >>> Beautiful bike, Ryan. Good to go for decades! >>> >>> Jock >>> >>> On Wed, Oct 4, 2023 at 12:40 PM

Re: [RBW] What shoes does your Riv wear?

2023-10-02 Thread Ryan
Like Ted i found compass 26 inch with standard casing flat prone and not appreciably better than the Pamela's they replaced.otoh I like the compass 700 x 33 extra light stampede pass tires. Go figure On Monday, October 2, 2023 at 10:58:33 AM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote: > I finally chose—and

Re: [RBW] Re: Sizing Upon a Clem?

2023-09-27 Thread Ryan Frahm
I don’t think there would be an issue at all. I had the Clem H in a 59 and have a 90.5 PBH. I had to use a 135 stem with the Tosco bars and was more upright than I’d prefer. I think it would be nicer without needing such a long stem. Bar choice will make a big difference though. On Wednesday,

[RBW] Re: Riv Road spotted

2023-09-27 Thread Ryan
Doppelganger..but you have those nice Ritchey cranks too A lovely set of fraternal twins On Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 10:29:18 AM UTC-5 swolford wrote: > Paul, > > This is more of an excuse to post a picture of my 1999 Riv road standard, > but I do have a tangentially related story ... >

[RBW] Hilsen

2023-09-27 Thread Ryan Mulcahy
(I don't care so much about weight, but curious), etc. And hello to you all, glad to be here! Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an ema

Re: [RBW] My one year anniversary of ownership of my Clem Smith Jr. "L" bicycle.

2023-09-27 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
Bike looks great, Kim. I’m pretty smitten with my newly acquired and built Suz. On Friday, September 15, 2023 at 11:59:50 AM UTC-4 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Richard, > > Yes, I am not selling or trading mine, until am ready to find a RBW Blue > one. > > Thanks. > > Kim Hetzel > Yelm,

Re: [RBW] Riv Road spotted

2023-09-25 Thread Ryan
Would love to have seen the red,the Homer and Mike's roadeo Orange custom with pump painted to match is  On Monday, September 25, 2023 at 5:16:54 PM UTC-5 RichS wrote: > It's always fun to find a Riv in the wild. All three pictured here are > especially nice. Thank you Paul an

[RBW] Re: Front basket rack recommendations

2023-09-22 Thread Ryan Frahm
I have the Ti version of this: https://rawlandcycles.com/products/rando-v4-steel-rack?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard_medium=product-links_content=web The steel is a much better deal of course for not much more weight. I’ve carried the over 20lbs on mine no problem. On Friday, September 22, 2023

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-16 Thread Ryan
Christian you'd fit right in in season 2 of white lotus. Very stylin On Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 12:56:27 PM UTC-5 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > I’m thinking about switching up my bike style. I’m thinking shirts by Dan > Flashes, paired with Calico Cut pants. Maybe even one of those hats

[RBW] ISO Dynamo Lights

2023-09-09 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
Hi all, Anyone interested in selling a front and/or rear dynamo light? Looking to add some lighting to my recently built Suz. I don't mind if the wiring is a bit of mess. I can clean that up. Just looking for working lamps. Thanks! Ryan -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: New-to-me Goodrich Sport Tourer

2023-09-05 Thread Ryan
That is gorgeous  On Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 12:19:52 PM UTC-5 wats...@umn.edu wrote: > Looks great! My Goodrich is a really great ride and I had to really work > not to inquire about yours when it was up for sale! Glad you got it, sounds > like it's in store for some great riding in

[RBW] Re: A Trek Inspired Build of a Vintage Trek

2023-09-01 Thread Ryan
Looks great.love the stronglight crank and all the red accents On Friday, September 1, 2023 at 12:37:46 PM UTC-5 Paul in Dallas wrote: > > I meant subject line title to be > 'Riv Inspired Build of a Vintage Trek'. > > Oh well. > > Hopefully most understood. > > Paul in Dallas > -- You

Re: [RBW] Summer Riding in Alberta

2023-08-27 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
Great looking rides. Been a while since I explored that part of the world. On Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 6:40:53 PM UTC-4 Andrew Letton wrote: > Love it! Especially the butterfly cameo! > cheers from Oz, > Andrew > > On Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 01:36:32 AM GMT+10, Mack Penner < >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-08-22 Thread Ryan
Diva indeed! Quite the bike On Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 3:22:17 PM UTC-5 Michael Morrissey wrote: > Waterford-branded step-through frame with an Atlantis fork crown, and 26" > wheels, size > 55cm: > $2500 BIN on eBay > Richmond, California > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

2023-08-18 Thread Ryan
bag service for American riders this > year. So I’m here but not riding. > > –Eric N > > > On Aug 18, 2023, at 5:50 PM, Ryan wrote: > > As the French would know. Eric, are you riding PBP or just on a visit? > Inquiring minds > > > > On Friday, A

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

2023-08-18 Thread Ryan
As the French would know. Eric, are you riding PBP or just on a visit? Inquiring minds On Friday, August 18, 2023 at 10:37:57 AM UTC-5 campyo...@me.com wrote: > The sticker to the left, “Acier is Real,” is a mashup of French and > English for “Steel is Real.” > > –Eric N > > > On Aug 18,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: VO Grand Cru Mid-Reach Brakes.

2023-08-17 Thread Ryan
and levers I originally had on my Rivendell Road. Not a cheap upgrade but well worth it. On Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 9:18:07 PM UTC-5 Ryan wrote: > And paired with TRP levers a great combination...TRP levers come in black > as well at 64.99 if it's black Grand Cru you're after >

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: VO Grand Cru Mid-Reach Brakes.

2023-08-16 Thread Ryan
And paired with TRP levers a great combination...TRP levers come in black as well at 64.99 if it's black Grand Cru you're after https://trpcycling.com/product/rrl-alloy/ On Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 7:18:13 PM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > The VO grand cru brakes are amazing with

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations

2023-08-15 Thread Ryan Ogilvie
Check our Maxis Refuse. Pretty heavy duty. I've run them in NYC commuting and, if I've had a flat, it's only been once over what's got to be a 1000mi. I have the brown side wall but they make em all black. On Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 3:04:16 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > Hi

[RBW] Re: Wheel Builder

2023-08-14 Thread Ryan Frahm
I had several nice wheels over the years, including some Rich built. I have to recommend Sugar wheel works. I had a set of SimWorks Stand-alone rims (Velocity Cliffhanger) with CX ray spokes MI5 rear hub and Son front and they were the nicest build I’ve ever seen by far. Great to work with and

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-13 Thread Ryan
Not to put a damper on things...but those in academia employed as professors can probably wheel their bikes into their offices(if they;ve got room or make room), a privilege students don't enjoy unless they're grad students who may be lucky enough to share office space. And one other thing

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-12 Thread Ryan
Fortunately , Leah, you do have a year to think about this. I suspect, since you haven't definitely settled on which college your son is going to, a tour of the campuses is probably part of your plans. Once you settle on a college, I'm sure you'll visit it. When you're visiting maybe a trip to

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations

2023-08-09 Thread Ryan
That may go a good way towards explaining the $43 price differential between the Overland at $88 and the Hurricane at $45 On Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 2:49:16 PM UTC-5 Irving wrote: > I went through a similar exercise looking for tires to fit under SKS P65 > fenders on my Rivendell

[RBW] Re: FS: 65cm A. Homer Hilsen (Waterford), F/F/HS/BB $1000

2023-08-07 Thread Ryan
Hilarious! On Monday, August 7, 2023 at 6:58:02 PM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote: > https://youtu.be/cmXZOI7cM0M > > On Monday, August 7, 2023 at 7:30:40 PM UTC-4 Sam Wanless wrote: > >> [image: IMG_2083.JPG] >> >> >> >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: A College Clem

2023-08-06 Thread Ryan
One thing, Leah...and believe me ,no offense meant, but I know your penchant for pretty things If that bike goes to college, you might want to dial down the bling. Just sayin'. In this wicked world, it's stressful owning nice things. Your son SHOULD be able to ride his lovely Clem to college,

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-06 Thread Ryan
What others have said BUT a Clem could go to college if...in an ideal world If he's living on-campus they're not going to fuss if he brings it inside his room at night to avoid leaving it locked up outside and creating ample opportrunity for theft...and maybe don't take the Clem

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