[RBW] Re: Early 80's Specialized Sequoia

2023-07-24 Thread Ryan
I also suspect they varied tubing sets basis frame size ; something that Bridgestones also did , if you read their ad copy On Monday, July 24, 2023 at 12:04:43 PM UTC-5 Ryan wrote: > I remember *Bicycle Guide* praising those Sequoias for their fine ride > and careful craftsmanship, bu

[RBW] Re: Early 80's Specialized Sequoia

2023-07-24 Thread Ryan
I remember *Bicycle Guide* praising those Sequoias for their fine ride and careful craftsmanship, but they pointed out that the bikes weren't particularly light. Sport-touring? I also remember Specialized having a full-bore touring bike with all required the braze-ons for fenders/racks 3- water

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno

2023-07-17 Thread Ryan
Those track ends are elegant...if I was in acquiring rather than divesting mode , that Frank Jones would be my dream SS. As it stands , I just put up with the look of my ancient PX-10 with the front-facing Simplex drop outs with the derailleur hanger. But I'm curious to see how the Roaduno wil

Re: [RBW] Re: To trade or sell or improve, my 50cm 1988 Bridgestone MB-1

2023-07-15 Thread Ryan
And/or posting your MB-1 on the IBOB list On Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 12:43:10 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Post the link here. Maybe you'll find a buyer! > > BL in EC > > On Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 9:57:30 AM UTC-7 Lee T wrote: > >> Thanks for all the feedback folks. I’ve listed the bik

[RBW] Re: WTB: Atlantis MIT 59cm or 62cm Frameset

2023-07-08 Thread Ryan
Not to complicate anything, but basis 2023 specs, the MIT Atlantis seems to take the same maximum ~55m tire size. The current spec sheet says the Appaloosa tops out at 60cm; the Atlantis 62cm, so maybe the frame size of your Appaloosa is the issue? https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1403/7343/f

[RBW] Re: Rebour saddle break in

2023-07-07 Thread Ryan
It's nice that these saddles are being made again. My 3rd 73/74 Peugeot PX-10 bought in 1981 came with an Ideale 90 saddle; sometimes these bikes specced the Brooks Professional, which my first 2 had and sometimes the Ideale. Mine got caught in the rain numerous times and at one point, when my

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H

2023-07-02 Thread Ryan Frahm
Bike is sold! Thanks all! On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 8:55:07 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > I realize that I completely forgot to put that this is a 59cm frame! > Thanks Richard! > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 12:43:34 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > >> Asking $2250 >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Most Discreet Bell Placement

2023-06-28 Thread Ryan
Yikes...I meant Spurcycle. $59 USD. Not egregiously expensive.Neat little video from the company showing how they're made https://www.spurcycle.com/products/better-bicycle-bell On Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 2:29:26 PM UTC-5 John Dewey wrote: > You should do it, Laing, if for no reason other t

Re: [RBW] Re: Most Discreet Bell Placement

2023-06-28 Thread Ryan
Nice! Mind...those Spurway bells are so elegant, I'm not sure I want to hide them😊But I do want to advertise my presence discreetly without scaring anyone...and I thought Drew Saunders with those bells used by pow-wow jingle dancers wrapped around his stem had a lovely solution for that. On

[RBW] Re: New Handlebar Suggestions

2023-06-28 Thread Ryan
Nice X0-1; it's in lovely shape. To the OP: As I've advocated often, Albastache or Moustache bars might work and you can keep your road levers. You could flip them so they're higher if the usual configuration doesn't work. But there is certainly a dizzying array of alternatives for drop bars

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2023-06-27 Thread Ryan
Why don't you take your Clem in its new gravel-ready configuration and try it out? Or am I missing something here? Like maybe one of the Platypi is easier to transport, for example...just a question from someone on the precious side of the spectrum who definitely thinks nice beaters also have a

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

2023-06-26 Thread Ryan
Lovely understated frame. I take it that the braze-on on the fork is for a generator. But I can't figure out what's up with the braze-on and bolt in the middle of that coppery stem. What is it for? On Monday, June 26, 2023 at 11:03:19 AM UTC-5 mr.wa...@gmail.com wrote: > My first "real" bike af

Re: [RBW] Re: A few Swift bags at Sierra.com

2023-06-26 Thread Ryan
I've had that Brand V bag since...2012 or so? It is a great bag...but the zippers(YKK I think) aren't working as smoothly as I'd like and there is some fraying/unravelling of the fabric around the zipper track. Maybe operator error. I suspect maybe some beeswax or even a dry bar of soap along

[RBW] Re: FS: 2 Gilles Berthoud Aspin saddles

2023-06-22 Thread Ryan Frahm
Both saddles are sold. On Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 5:20:02 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Bump. Open to offers. > > On Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 9:17:20 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > >> Brown saddle still available! I found my extra Obenauf’s so I’ll throw >> in a jar of

Re: [RBW] Stolen custom 1995 Rivendell Road Standard (San Francisco)

2023-06-22 Thread Ryan
Wow...these tips from people with local knowledge sound super helpfulI do so hope they bear fruit and you get your bike back! It's a sick feeling in the pit of your stomach when your bike gets stolen as I and others well know. All the best...Ryan On Thursday, June 22, 2023 at

[RBW] Re: Stolen custom 1995 Rivendell Road Standard (San Francisco)

2023-06-22 Thread Ryan
Oh man, I'm so sorry to hear that after all the work you put into it. I wish I could offer more than sympathy.I take it you reported it to the cops. Do you at least have insurance? Sounds like this was a lot more organized than a random grab and go if they got all the bikes in the building...b

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2023-06-21 Thread Ryan
t; > > > I liked that Motobecane, but the expensive Riv custom once converted to > commuting and errand duties was even more fun for utility riding, and the > Chauncey Matthews replacement for that Riv is even more fun for the same > purpose. > > > > On Tue, Jun 20, 2

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2023-06-20 Thread Ryan
Yes indeed. My 50-year old PX-10 is still being ridden as a single-speed . Much more than my Rivendells I'm afraid. Might soon be time to release those precious Rivendells On Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 3:05:19 PM UTC-5 campyo...@me.com wrote: > And that Motobecane is still seeing regular serv

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto M18 rack

2023-06-18 Thread Ryan Frahm
PM sent! On Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 11:40:38 AM UTC-7 iamkeith wrote: > No problem. If anyone else on the list could use the SOMA, feel free to > PM me. (Sorry for hijacking the thread.) > > After posting earlier, i just found this which may be of interest. I need > to study it, but may ge

[RBW] Re: FS: 2 Gilles Berthoud Aspin saddles

2023-06-11 Thread Ryan Frahm
Bump. Open to offers. On Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 9:17:20 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Brown saddle still available! I found my extra Obenauf’s so I’ll throw in > a jar of that. Only used once on his saddle when I got it. > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 10:41:07 AM UTC-7 Ryan

[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam 54 Orange

2023-06-09 Thread Ryan
Not surprised! That is a lovely bike. I'd have a tough time letting it go On Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 10:35:55 PM UTC-5 Valerie Yates wrote: > Sale is pending! That was fast. No time for me to have second thoughts > about passing this one along. Has been a favorite. > > Val in Boulder CO > On

[RBW] Re: FS: 2 Gilles Berthoud Aspin saddles

2023-06-04 Thread Ryan Frahm
Brown saddle still available! I found my extra Obenauf’s so I’ll throw in a jar of that. Only used once on his saddle when I got it. On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 10:41:07 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Cork and cover sold. Brown still available! > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 9:35:11

Re: [RBW] Sarah’s Primrose Platypus

2023-06-03 Thread Ryan
As always, great story,Leah! And that is a wonderful sunny color. Thanks for posting and I hope your friend rolls many miles on that bike Ryan On Friday, June 2, 2023 at 10:46:56 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Sarah fell for Rivendell when she got her Atlantis in 2022. She got

[RBW] Re: I spy a yellow Platypus

2023-06-02 Thread Ryan
Oooh nice! I feel like Leah mentioned someone getting a Platypus and wanting to paint it yellow fairly recently...within the last 6 months or so. On Friday, June 2, 2023 at 2:23:24 PM UTC-5 maxcr wrote: > Did you see the yellow platy on Insta? OMG! > > Posting here for those without social med

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-06-01 Thread Ryan
Holy moly...that is a terrific deal for someone who takes a 60cm frame On Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 2:10:47 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote: > Rivendell > 60cm > 2500 > South Lake Tahoe, CA > > https://reno.craigslist.org/bik/d/south-lake-tahoe-rivendell/7621695139.html > -- You received this m

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H

2023-05-30 Thread Ryan Frahm
I realize that I completely forgot to put that this is a 59cm frame! Thanks Richard! On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 12:43:34 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Asking $2250 > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 12:41:56 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > >> This Clem has been a great commuter but

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H

2023-05-30 Thread Ryan Frahm
Asking $2250 On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 12:41:56 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > This Clem has been a great commuter but I’ve decided to go back to a bike > with thru axles for hauling my daughter in her trailer. I have some cheaper > wheels and might take off the racks if it there

[RBW] Re: FS: 2 Gilles Berthoud Aspin saddles

2023-05-30 Thread Ryan Frahm
Cork and cover sold. Brown still available! On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 9:35:11 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Cork with cover sold pending payment. > > Thanks! > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 9:12:53 AM UTC-7 mmille...@gmail.com wrote: > >> I sent you a DM on the cork

[RBW] Re: FS: 2 Gilles Berthoud Aspin saddles

2023-05-30 Thread Ryan Frahm
Cork with cover sold pending payment. Thanks! On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 9:12:53 AM UTC-7 mmille...@gmail.com wrote: > I sent you a DM on the cork. > I like a B17 on my upright bike, but the C17 hasn't worked well on a bike > with the saddle a bit higher than the bars- I think I need it to g

[RBW] Re: Sharing your winter ride photos northern hemisphere Spring 2023

2023-05-03 Thread Ryan
Love that gold Homer...and the gold Sam Not so green in Winnipeg right now but will start to green up in the next week or so On Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 11:19:27 PM UTC-5 dblue...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: IMG_0472.jpg] > I don't think I've seen anybody in this group post a gold Homer yet so

[RBW] Re: WTB 650b conversion parts for Riv Road Standard

2023-04-28 Thread Ryan
Can't help you with what you are looking for...but that's some find with a top-notch build...for a classic Riv road bike Also, that is a very ingenious rack on the back of your vehicle. Did you build that yourself by any chance? Good luck with your conversion...surely the list will be able to

[RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-04-26 Thread Ryan
That's a ridiculous price...parts are nice but nothing special...someone's cashing in on the Rivendell brand IMO. Frame is $2000. Is the part spec worth $3500? On Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 8:55:18 AM UTC-5 Justin Kennedy wrote: > Gus, 54cm > $5,500 > Brooklyn, NY > > https://newyork.craigsli

Re: [RBW] Rivendell paint color repetition: Your thoughts

2023-04-24 Thread Ryan
ant it to be exactly right - so when they get one that passes a vote, they >> hang onto it. As for my opinion about it, I like how they do it because if >> you love a certain color, you just have to be patient for it to come to >> your preferred model - or, conversely, if yo

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

2023-04-24 Thread Ryan Frahm
Are there not going to be canti mounts on the production? That’s a huge mistake (deal breaker) in my opinion. These look like such a nice and fun bikes! On Monday, April 24, 2023 at 11:55:49 AM UTC-7 Stephen wrote: > Jason, it looks like such a solid and perfect commuter, I was surprised > whe

[RBW] Re: Rivendell paint color repetition: Your thoughts

2023-04-24 Thread Ryan
Yes, Joe...you have a great color scheme there...which is a good thing because we see a lot of it...and that's totally OK. I like looking at it😊 I really like the harvest gold; got it in 2001 when it was fairly unusual, but offered as a custom color. Looks different depending on light(sunlight

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-04-22 Thread Ryan Frahm
Sold! On Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 3:48:22 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Yep! Looks like it will be back on trails where it belongs very soon! > > On Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 3:02:06 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > >> AT LONG LAST! >> >> On Thursday, April 20

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-04-20 Thread Ryan Frahm
On Monday, April 10, 2023 at 8:04:10 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: >> >>> $1600 + shipping for the frameset. >>> >>> Tosco and FacePlater sold. Cranks still available. 172 2 piece Silver >>> crank 32/22 with like new Race Face BB. Less than 500 miles on the

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-04-20 Thread Ryan Frahm
Sale pending! Thanks all! On Monday, April 10, 2023 at 8:04:10 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > $1600 + shipping for the frameset. > > Tosco and FacePlater sold. Cranks still available. 172 2 piece Silver > crank 32/22 with like new Race Face BB. Less than 500 miles on the crank, &

[RBW] Re: FS Items - NIB Rims, Wheelset, Shifters, Brakes etc

2023-04-20 Thread Ryan
Not in the market or anything but just saying those Ambrosio wheels with the Record hubs are classic and that is really a good price.They would be excellent wheels for a single-speed project and I'm sure they will clean up nicely. I have a pair of 36-hole Ambrosio rims w Record hubs that were

[RBW] Re: WTB Sinewave Cycles Beacon 2 Dynamo Light, or reviews

2023-04-18 Thread Ryan Frahm
I think the Beacon 2 is still at pre order status. They are supposed to start shipping in summer is all it says. On Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 3:41:05 PM UTC-7 brizbarn wrote: > Anyone have a Sinewave Cycles Beacon 2 Dynamo Light they want to sell? Or > has anyone used it, and care to share t

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-04-17 Thread Ryan
Hey Leah...now that I remember this topic came up before when you had that IRD post...and you gor something else that works but you're not best pleased with? I think we all determined your Platy uses 26.8so Garth is right, you'd have to get someone who knows what they're doing to ream tha

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-04-17 Thread Ryan
Leah...your frame takes a 27.2 seatpost, right? On Monday, April 17, 2023 at 2:29:43 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Johnny - I know! Maybe it’s the swept-back bars? > > Garth and anyone else: I hate spending $200 on a seat post but I would do > it for my raspberry Platypus. The Riv

[RBW] Re: FS: Spring Cleaning: Bags, Brakes, Crank, etc.

2023-04-17 Thread patrick ryan
hi- what is the max tire width for the gran comp brakes? would they work on the new Roadini frame? thank you, pat ryan On Friday, April 7, 2023 at 4:43:21 PM UTC-7 andyree...@gmail.com wrote: > Pictures here: > https://photos.app.goo.gl/5q3GaT9EnzUh7yzt5 > > Prices do not incl

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

2023-04-15 Thread Ryan
That's a smashing looking build and I love the black and white photos. Also nice homage to those two priests riding their bikes.If you were going for classic and timeless, I'd say you nailed it. On Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 6:46:46 PM UTC-5 Keith P. wrote: > V.1 of my new Sam Build. > There

Re: [RBW] Lovely Blue Riv Custom

2023-04-15 Thread Ryan
laced to Velocity Atlas rims > by the great Rich Lesnik 🙌 > > On Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 1:14:06 PM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > >> Matthew...thanks for asking and Joe , thanks for answering...I was >> wondering that myself...my rear WI hub doesn't have that and since I own

Re: [RBW] Lovely Blue Riv Custom

2023-04-15 Thread Ryan
ar wheel? >> >> [image: wheel_star_thingy.jpg] >> >> >> >> >> On Apr 15, 2023, at 10:09 AM, Ryan wrote: >> >> Worth a look. The 2 Marks and Joe Bell have worked their usual magic. >> >> https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news/joshs-rivendel

[RBW] Lovely Blue Riv Custom

2023-04-15 Thread Ryan
at people order for their customs and ogling the fine craftsmanship on display. Josh, whoever he is, must be thrilled after what was apparently a lengthy wait. But the result was worth it, judging by the pictures. Just sayin' Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-04-10 Thread Ryan Frahm
$1600 + shipping for the frameset. Tosco and FacePlater sold. Cranks still available. 172 2 piece Silver crank 32/22 with like new Race Face BB. Less than 500 miles on the crank, all cleaned and ready. On Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 9:27:38 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Frameset st

[RBW] Re: PSA: Watch our for scammers in the group

2023-04-10 Thread Ryan
I thought you had to be vetted by Cyclofiend Jim,who I assume still administers this list, before you could post. If I just browse this list without signing on to it with my Google account, I cannot see anyone's profile with their email. If I sign on to post, I can see email addresses...however

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Re: TC hub, chromed, finally!

2023-04-09 Thread Ryan
The hub looks lovely. But enlighten me please. What is TC and TF? On Sunday, April 9, 2023 at 7:05:05 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wrote: > Patrick, kudos on the return to appearance and function of that hub! Stuff > that works deserves to be kept serviceable and this is certainly a great > example. The fac

Re: [RBW] Fun with ChatGPT

2023-04-04 Thread Ryan
Wow! Scary! Fortuantely, I don't think ChatGPT has quite nailed Grant Petersen's gestalt...and I think he watches his blood sugar pretty carefully. Still...it's scary...pretty much nailed the Sam Hillborne On Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 4:29:58 PM UTC-5 campyo...@me.com wrote: > Chat GPT: “Write

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-04-04 Thread Ryan Frahm
Frameset still available! Not packed in the box yet in case anyone wants other pictures. Still asking $1700 + shipping but make me an offer, never know! Cranks, 65 Tosco and 135 31.8 FacePlater also available. On Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 8:43:46 PM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Bump. Frame

[RBW] Re: Want to buy Bosco or Tosco 58cm

2023-03-29 Thread Ryan Frahm
Message sent. On Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 12:56:22 PM UTC-7 Graham McCall wrote: > I'm looking to pick up a set of Boscos in a 58 but see that they are out. > Thanks! > > Open to Tosco as well. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Garage Sale Saturday

2023-03-29 Thread Ryan
Yeah...thanks for that, Philip. I think that midnight blue bike was an early Waterford-built all-rounder, not a legolas as someone on Insta said. Anyway looks like it was a fun event On Monday, March 27, 2023 at 9:54:59 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Huge thanks to Philip for sharing all t

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-03-26 Thread Ryan Frahm
Bump. Frameset still available! On Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 11:35:32 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > I think I need your couch Joe! > > On Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 4:37:10 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > >> I hear ya, Richard. 3cm shorter and I'd be digging for change in t

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Garage Sale Saturday

2023-03-25 Thread Ryan
an exaltation of Rivendells or maybe since it's a garage sale a haggle of Rivendells...or wait...no haggling or a bike of Rivendells (also a bike of hornets) Love those collective nouns for creatures https://grammar.yourdictionary.com/word-lists/list-of-names-for-groups-of-animals.html On Sa

[RBW] Re: Let's talk about the All Rounder

2023-03-24 Thread Ryan
Classic! Do post when you're done. I'd love to see pictures of your X0-1 too, if you care to share Coleman Green? My 1997 A/R - waterford-built was painted Sherwood Green before Grant started using custom builders...but craftsmanship is definitely a few rungs above its X0-1 predecessor and the

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-03-19 Thread Ryan Frahm
Someone is missing a great opportunity here. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Mar 18, 2023, at 11:12 AM, Ryan Frahm wrote: >> >> Mostly looking to sell the frameset and some parts now. $1700 + shipping >> obo. >> >> >> >> On S

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-03-18 Thread Ryan Frahm
Mostly looking to sell the frameset and some parts now. $1700 + shipping obo. On Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 9:12:23 AM UTC-7 Ryan Frahm wrote: > $1700 Frameset + shipping > $650 Wheelset + shipping > > Just in case those are more appealing. Thanks for looking! > > > On F

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-03-12 Thread Ryan Frahm
$1700 Frameset + shipping $650 Wheelset + shipping Just in case those are more appealing. Thanks for looking! On Friday, March 10, 2023 at 3:48:25 PM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Bump, still for sale! > > On Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 9:15:39 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > >> &

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders Interactive Map is Live!

2023-03-11 Thread Ryan Frahm
Very cool, thank you for setting this up! On Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 1:40:02 PM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > Pins are dropping! > [image: Screen Shot 2023-03-11 at 2.37.15 PM.png] > > On Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 1:59:58 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> The Map of Riv Riders is ready!* Thanks

Re: [RBW] Gus is complete!

2023-03-10 Thread Ryan Frahm
Looks great! Can’t wait to see some more trail pictures and hear more about how you’d compare it with the Clem! On Friday, March 10, 2023 at 3:45:11 PM UTC-8 Lucky wrote: > That looks awesome! Congrats! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-03-10 Thread Ryan Frahm
Bump, still for sale! On Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 9:15:39 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > > Hi David! My PBH is 90.5 cm and the post in the picture had a Berthoud > saddle at a fuzz over 30.5” if that helps. I don’t want a longer stem than > 135 so I think an XL would have fit me

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-03-04 Thread Ryan Frahm
>> Rich built WI hub wheelset. >> 135 31.8 FacePlater with 65cm Tosco. >> Nitto S65 seatpost. >> DXR brakes and levers. >> 2.5” Teravail Ehline >> Silver cranks. >> Silver shifter with 10sp Sram GX derailleur. >> >> On Saturday, February 18, 2023 at 11

[RBW] Re: Bikepacking Essentials: On Finding Goldilocks

2023-03-02 Thread Ryan Frahm
These might not be super pack able but they aren’t bad. They work extremely well if you know conditions will be soft. Completely worth it for some areas. https://www.orangescrew.com/collections/all-products/products/small-ground-anchor-4-pack On Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 4:39:38 AM UTC-8 asc

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Gus / Susie / Clem Frameset (56-59)

2023-02-27 Thread Ryan Frahm
Thank you all for letting them know about my bike for sale! On Monday, February 27, 2023 at 1:07:40 PM UTC-8 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > Ryan here has been trying to sell his Large Susie for a few weeks now. > It’s a dark gold one. > > On Feb 27, 2023, at 3:59 PM, Kim H

[RBW] Re: The Riv goes "Spinal Tap"

2023-02-21 Thread Ryan
I remember you writing about that bike! Nice! I'm glad you still have it.I think it was the reason I ordered a 2nd Riv , a Riv road in 2000...and I almost went for red but switched to Harvest Gold Off-topic...I can relate about working in IT and being on-call. Before I retired in 2018 from Cana

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-02-18 Thread Ryan Frahm
ned up. Put a new Jim 13-42 >>>> cassette on so I didn’t have to swap the other. Bike is ready to go! >>>> >>>> Asking $3000 +shipping OBO >>>> >>>> On Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 11:06:46 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: >>>>

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-02-18 Thread Ryan Frahm
e on so I didn’t have to swap the other. Bike is ready to go! >> >> Asking $3000 +shipping OBO >> >> On Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 11:06:46 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: >> >>> Frameset: $1700 + Shipping (size large dark gold) >>> >>> Wheels:

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-02-15 Thread Ryan Frahm
Frameset: $1700 + Shipping (size large dark gold) Wheels: $650 + Shipping (Rich built Cliffhangers with WI hubs) On Friday, February 10, 2023 at 11:26:15 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > I’d definitely prefer to just sell this complete so offers are welcome! I > will entertain offers

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-02-10 Thread Ryan Frahm
I’d definitely prefer to just sell this complete so offers are welcome! I will entertain offers on the frameset or wheels as well though. People have asked but the offer has to be reasonable. Thanks! On Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 9:29:10 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > I decided not to sell

Re: [RBW] Re: Just restored '95 Riv Road

2023-02-09 Thread Ryan
My 1997 A/R was painted Sherwood Green..which I really like. But the lugs are less elaborate...so they don't show upbut given those gorgeous RS designed lugs you have, you make a really good point that the blue highlights them well. That is a beauty! On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 4:50:

[RBW] Re: any bike photos of bikes with the Dia compe 980's?

2023-02-09 Thread Ryan
Paired very nicely with those Dia-Compe levers, which I think are really nice...as nice as Pauls IMO. I know, I know, Paul Components is a US company. I had their Racers installed on my mixte and I could've gone all in and got leversbut dammit, the dia-compes are nice...and reasonably price

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for bikepacking?

2023-02-09 Thread Ryan Frahm
😂 On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 6:49:54 PM UTC-8 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > I did wait around to see if I could swing a trade… > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Feb 9, 2023, at 6:26 PM, Ryan Frahm wrote: > > No offense Richard, there’s a Clem in that picture? I’m pict

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for bikepacking?

2023-02-09 Thread Ryan Frahm
No offense Richard, there’s a Clem in that picture? I’m picturing that Ferrari with a bike rack on it! On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 2:31:58 PM UTC-8 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > I just realized this was a thread I started. I don’t think I ever posted > pics of my first ever multi day bikepack

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul Motolite and Love levers 2.5

2023-02-09 Thread Ryan Frahm
SOLD! On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 11:22:38 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Sold pending payment. > > On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 10:09:00 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > >> New in box levers and brakes. 2 Motolite brakes. I haven’t opened them to >> take pictures

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul Motolite and Love levers 2.5

2023-02-09 Thread Ryan Frahm
Sold pending payment. On Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 10:09:00 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > New in box levers and brakes. 2 Motolite brakes. I haven’t opened them to > take pictures, just decided not to go so high end. All silver parts. Let me > know if you want pictures and I’ll

[RBW] FS: Paul Motolite and Love levers 2.5

2023-02-09 Thread Ryan Frahm
New in box levers and brakes. 2 Motolite brakes. I haven’t opened them to take pictures, just decided not to go so high end. All silver parts. Let me know if you want pictures and I’ll open them up, thanks! Levers $110 Brakes $275 for both +shipping -- You received this message because you a

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-02-04 Thread Ryan Frahm
Bumping this back up. I’m flexible on some build options so let me know if there is any interest! On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 11:05:40 AM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > I meant to put on the listing and forgot… I also have a set of Rich built > cliffhanger wheels with White Industrie

[RBW] Re: Susie Lugged

2023-02-02 Thread Ryan
I like those dark-gold Homers...and possibly a dark-gold Road Uno in 2023? On Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 6:12:59 PM UTC-6 Stephen wrote: > I noticed the lugged susie too! Wonder how it will look, Ive been > resisting the temptation for the dark gold Susies so far but my brain keeps > circlin

Re: [RBW] Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

2023-02-01 Thread Ryan
That was snapped up fast!. Reynold decal on fork leads me to believe it's an early Waterford Road or LL On Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 12:34:34 AM UTC-6 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > Epic custom! > > On Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 2:12:32 PM UTC-8 mmille...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Not sure the

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-02-01 Thread Ryan Frahm
t 11:21:38 AM UTC-8 brok...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Yeah, that Clem seems about $1K too steep. >> >> On Feb 1, 2023, at 2:11 PM, Ryan Frahm wrote: >> >> Hey Kim, believe it was in a Riv email over the last couple months that >> the Clem will be back in Apr

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-02-01 Thread Ryan Frahm
Makes me think someone should buy my Susie for such a sweet deal! Haha. On Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 11:21:38 AM UTC-8 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > Yeah, that Clem seems about $1K too steep. > > On Feb 1, 2023, at 2:11 PM, Ryan Frahm wrote: > > Hey Kim, believe it was in a

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-02-01 Thread Ryan Frahm
Nicely done build! I've been thinking about a Homer, >>>>>>>>>> but >>>>>>>>>> more and more the ATB qualities of the Gus/Susie and even the >>>>>>>>>> Platypus are >>>>>>>>>

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-01-31 Thread Ryan Frahm
t; rode it a few miles though and still trying to get the squeal out of >>>>>>> the >>>>>>> brakes. So far so fun! >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/nWnCevTy8pV3AKNZ7 >>>>>>> [image: IMG_3

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-01-31 Thread Ryan Frahm
>>> On Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 6:59:32 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Richard, that is a fine and lovely bicycle. Enjoy! >>>>>> >>>>>> Joe "I want one" Bernard >>>>>> &

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver crank arms

2023-01-31 Thread Ryan Frahm
Possible sale pending. On Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 2:43:55 PM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Rivendell Silver brand 5 bolt crank arms 178mm. Used but in great shape! > Asking $115 plus shipping. > > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] Re: FS: Swift Panniers

2023-01-30 Thread Ryan Frahm
SOLD!! On Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 5:00:35 PM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > Sold pending payment! Thanks for looking! > > On Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 2:39:50 PM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > >> [image: D09EB7BD-5B3B-4FB9-BFD8-C9067391850E.jpeg] >> >> On Sunday, Januar

[RBW] Re: FS: Swift Panniers

2023-01-29 Thread Ryan Frahm
Sold pending payment! Thanks for looking! On Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 2:39:50 PM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > [image: D09EB7BD-5B3B-4FB9-BFD8-C9067391850E.jpeg] > > On Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 2:39:21 PM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > >> [image: E6AB9AFC-5595-4896-838E-9248663DB

[RBW] FS: Swift Panniers

2023-01-29 Thread Ryan Frahm
These are an older model that they stopped making because they were more work than some newer designs. I’ve been holding onto them for the past few years and they have almost no use so it’s time to let them go. I think they were about $200 each when I bought them, asking $200 for the pair plus

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Rosco Platypus 50cm Purple

2023-01-27 Thread Ryan
Call Riv...you might get lucky https://www.rivbike.com/collections/riv-garage-sale?mc_cid=8b1b264f50&mc_eid=0074b52ae1 Oops...sorry looks like it's gone On Friday, January 27, 2023 at 4:19:28 PM UTC-6 maxcr wrote: > For other Rosco Platypus seekers, this looks like a great deal for a 60cm > pu

[RBW] Re: FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-01-27 Thread Ryan Frahm
better deal for someone? On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 4:38:18 PM UTC-8 Ryan Frahm wrote: > [image: B414C93E-86E6-47E9-9F76-5FCD4A1E37EE.jpeg][image: > 871130E7-A72E-4F9D-9880-C035FD4D722C.jpeg][image: > D74EFB62-6BA6-439B-8DC5-3547DAEDAE1D.jpeg] > > On Sunday, January 22, 202

Re: [RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-26 Thread Ryan
in the past. Recently got a c17 but am not in > love. Anyone have a b17 collecting dust? Please DM me. > > Matt in STL > > On Jan 26, 2023, at 7:54 AM, Ryan wrote: > > Curt Goodrich DOES do nice work and seems to be active still...just Google > > > Was lucky enoug

Re: [RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-26 Thread Ryan
Curt Goodrich DOES do nice work and seems to be active still...just Google Was lucky enough to have my Road built in 2001 by Goodrich (CG1098), which is stamped on the bottom bracket shell. Base price was 2150.00a bargain😊 Hard to say who built the AR, because the bottom bracket shell does

Re: [RBW] New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

2023-01-23 Thread Ryan Frahm
That is a beautiful build, I love it! Hope it rides as nice as it looks! On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 6:07:02 PM UTC-8 J J wrote: > Absolutely lovely build, Eric. Beautiful. Thank you for sharing! > > On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 7:20:29 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> I posted a bad l

[RBW] FS: Wolbis/Susie

2023-01-22 Thread Ryan Frahm
I want to say first off that I really love this bike! I ended up picking up a Clem H to use as my commuter so that the Susie wouldn’t get as beat up. Turns out, I like the Clem almost as much in reality and a few things have happened recently so I’m listing this one. Wolbis/Susie, I got the f

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

2023-01-21 Thread Ryan Bolesta
Hi Jake, I’m in a similar position as you with a LimeOlive Sam! I was impatient for a full bike build from Riv and thought this would be a great opportunity to learn by building it myself. I’m just waiting on my wheels to come in later this week and then it’s full steam ahead! I also considere

Re: [RBW] Re: Cutting tnreadless steer tube

2023-01-19 Thread Ryan Frahm
Looks great, so close!! On Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 2:54:25 PM UTC-8 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > My Bosco bar arrived yesterday. Unfortunately my bottom bracket did not. > So this first mock up is without a crankset so it’s pretty much a “best > guess”. My intent for this Gus is to duplicat

[RBW] Re: WTB: seatpost Nitto S83 26.8 300mm

2023-01-17 Thread Ryan Frahm
Rivendell has the 350mm. Could always cut it if needed! On Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 4:35:58 PM UTC-8 Scott wrote: > If anyone has a Nitto S83 in 26.8 x 300mm in good to better condition, > please message me off list. > > Or if someone has a lead as to where to purchase one new, that'd be gre

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus and Susie ride off into the sunset

2023-01-11 Thread Ryan Frahm
son. The bb is much higher than I anticipated - >> within 1/2 centimeter of my full suspension MTB (for sale:)). >> This beast should be a hoot. >> [image: image0.jpeg][image: image1.jpeg] >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Jan 10, 2023, at 9:12 AM, Ryan Fr

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