That's my frame that was repaired. I had noticed a little extra flex riding
into camp the night before and inspected the bike in the morning. It
cracked around the water bottle boss. The tube did not crack in half or
anything. I was able to ride the bike to the auto repair shop 5 or so miles
aw
- Looks so dreamy. A cycle tour in Japan is on my bucket list.
On Friday, April 1, 2022 at 2:48:59 PM UTC-5 cycli...@gmail.com wrote:
> Great photos. Beautiful destinations for a ride.
>
> On Friday, April 1, 2022 at 8:28:46 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:
>
>> Lovely. Traditional Japa
I'm also looking forward to the wide range 7 speed cassettes. I really
like the idea of a 7 speed rear hub as well as it would lower the dish of
the wheel. I recall the old Phil wood 7 speed freewheel hubs were dishless
(never could afford one when they were available). Not sure if that would
Ray, I have one that I'm not using. Sending you a pm.
On Sunday, January 9, 2022 at 7:50:07 PM UTC-6 Ray Varella wrote:
> Like the title says, does anyone have an 85mm 31.8 faceplater quill stem
> they want to part with.
> Please let me know if you do.
>
> Thank you
> Ray
>
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Thanks for taking initiative on the 26.8 lugged seatpost Leah! I'll take
two!
That is one ugly expensive seatpost Garth!
What I really want is to be about 1cm back from where an S83 post places
me. I'm guessing the majority of the interested folks are in a similar
boat. I don't need all the
posts to fit a frame. I've done it many
> times with a hacksaw, but it's much easier (for both cutting and cleanup)
> to use a pipe cutter, which most hardware stores will have.
>
> Why not trim the unneeded excess from the IRDs so that they work?
>
> On Mon, Nov 22,
Leah, I bought the IRD seatpost for my 53 cm Susie, but I can't slam it low
enough for that frame. The IRD will go on my 51cm Atlantis where I can get
it low enough. Just need a few tweaks on that build to get it going after
installing a Crust cargo fork. I went back to the S83 on the Susie for
That's as far down as the seatpost will go. The portion above and just
below the little bolt is 27.2 then tapers to 26.8, probably making it
easier to produce different seatpost sizes.
I found this out the hard way. Thought it was hitting a butted section so I
chopped it only to find it did not
This trip was a blast! Glad Joseph and I made it happen after postponing a
year due to the pandemic. Many thanks to Allison for the drop-off.
Stephen, it was a pleasure riding the Nutmeg with you. Hoping to do it
again next year. Holler if you end up in the Chicago area and we can link
up for a
Jason, seeing as you have another post about which color to paint the
Bombadil, I think this is the one! I also don't need a Appaloosa (have an
Atlantis) but I do really like this color.
On Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 7:34:32 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
> Yeah, the Riv I most want is an Ap
This is some good inspiration for riding. Toting that table around is
impressive. I'd like to put that many miles on a bike, I just need to stop
building new ones every couple of years. Easier said than done. I thought
the Atlantis might be the one (probably has around 8,000) but my new Susie
i
Dig it. I end up on his blog occasionally. He does have some good been
around the block a few times wisdom. I think Grant may have linked to
Dave's blog and that was how I ended up there.
I was reading Lila by Robert Pirsig last night and got to a section talking
about celebrity. A zen master on
Love the new anodized parts! With style like that, the bike just has to
ride better.
On Monday, March 8, 2021 at 9:32:11 AM UTC-6 Ray Evans wrote:
> I think you and that glorious bike need to go into a Witness Protection
> Program now.
>
> On Sun, Mar 7, 2021 at 9:08 PM Joe Bernard wrote:
>
>>
I like riding in Vans sk8 hi or Crocs. So really just the shoes I would
wear around anyway. I wear boots when I have to. I have some Sorels with a
thin sole that work well in the winter. If it's warmer and wet, splats are
pretty great and so stylish.
On Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 9:03:48 PM
Yes, tighten that stem clamp. I think the move to 31.8 clamp makes sense
for swept back bars. The 31.8 Tosco feels super solid wiith the Nitto
faceplate quill stem.
On Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 1:03:43 PM UTC-6 John Phillips wrote:
> I tilt my Albatross bars down like Eric's Alba's or Tom's
rims and big Schwalbe
>> G-Ones looks nice.
>> Doug
>>
>> On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 7:22:46 PM UTC-5 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>>
>>> On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 6:21:35 PM UTC-6 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>>>
>>>> On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 6:20:13
,
>> NY) wrote:
>>
>>> Great post Tim, thanks for sharing the build info and camp story & pics.
>>> Makes me wanna head out for an overnighter this weekend!
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 8:37:40 AM UTC-5 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>>&
gt;
>> Happy birthday! (Mine was the 26th - cheers!)
>> Leah
>>
>> On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 4:22:46 PM UTC-8 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>>
>>> On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 6:21:35 PM UTC-6 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>>>
>>>> On Monday, March 1, 2021 at 6:2
In early February, I decided to pull the trigger on a Susie frame for my
birthday. Doing my taxes early and the seeing number of frames dwindle made
the decision for me. My federal tax return was almost exactly the cost of a
shipped Susie frame. I wasn't sure how backed up Riv was with shipping
Kate, if you're friction curious, Riv has Microshift thumb shifters or
Shimano bar end shifters that can switch between friction and index. Then
you can try both and see which you prefer. I like friction front and rear
myself.
Joe, dig the reverse shifters. Gotta do what works for you.
On Thurs
, February 18, 2021 at 11:50:43 AM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Thanks, Tim; I considered the Jones bar but decided I'd like to try the
> MAP or similar bar first.
>
> On Thu, Feb 18, 2021 at 9:14 AM Tim Baldwin wrote:
>
>> Patrick, I have a 660mm Jones bar I'd be
Scratch that, pushed home Monday night. Decided to go to the shop to work
on my new Susie during a blizzard. Went for a walk last night.
On Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 11:49:30 AM UTC-6 Tim Baldwin wrote:
> Karl, check out ESI grips in aqua. I have some in the 6.75" length I'
Karl, check out ESI grips in aqua. I have some in the 6.75" length I'm
going to put on my Atlantis. Seems most shops, even online, only have the
long grips in black. If you order from ESI you can get them in colors.
https://esigrips.com/product/xl-6-75-chunky/
Also, nice looking fun machine. I'
Jason, you sure do have some great scenery in Vancouver. I enjoyed the ride
shots from Feb. 12 and those snowy pictures are lovely. Your Bombadil fits
right in out there. Vancouver is definitely on my list of places to visit
when travel opens up again.
On Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 7:49:21
I like the new look. Great to see Leah's excellently appointed Platypus
build up on the new news section. It would be nice if you could click on an
image to expand it. I like being able to check out all the little details
on people's bikes.
On Friday, February 12, 2021 at 10:00:43 AM UTC-6 Mark
rom Chicago. I may end up there next winter
> and am worried about being stuck on rollers for many months. What tires are
> those?
>
> On Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 2:49:00 PM UTC-5 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>
>> I was able to leave work at lunch time today and take a nice snowy
is, which is funny because I
> wasn't into them at *all *from looking at pictures.
>
> On Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 1:40:24 PM UTC-8 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>
>> Ash, my PBH is 80cm. I like my saddle a little lower than Grant's
>> recommendation. I won't ha
usie/Wolbis..it's going to be a "watermelon
> mix", light lime green and deep-almost-red pink. Not cheap but so rad! 😎🍉
>
> Joe "rad guy" Bernard
>
> On Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 1:18:10 PM UTC-8 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>
>>
>> Paul is out of s
gt;
> Congrats Tim!
>
> Curious what's your PBH..
>
>
> On Wednesday, 10 February 2021 at 18:22:33 UTC-8 Tim Baldwin wrote:
>
>> Well after seeing all these great builds, I decided to pull the trigger
>> on a Susie frame this week. It was down to a blue 51 and an ora
Paul is out of stock at the moment. I'm ordering purple touring cantis for
my orange Susie and was going to get matching levers. Seeing if anyone has
any fun colored Paul levers they're not using. I did find a pair in silver
at Ben's cycle so I may just go that route.
Thanks,
Tim B in Chicago
o the Susie.
On Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 2:05:52 AM UTC-6 duh...@gmail.com wrote:
> Congrats Tim, you're gonna love her!
>
> I'd have gone orange if I could've, looking forward to seeing your build.
>
> Jared
>
> On Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 6:22
Well after seeing all these great builds, I decided to pull the trigger on
a Susie frame this week. It was down to a blue 51 and an orange 53 since I
could fit either one. I went with the orange seeing as I have the blue
(well blue-green) covered with an Atlantis. Excited to build this bike up!
I don't ride drops but I'm a fan of the stem mounted front shifter. I have
a thumb shifter on the right and a bell where the left shifter would go. I
use the bell more than the front shifter. Joe, the bar end mirror is a
great idea for the left side. Gotta have a mirror.
On Wednesday, February
Yes more pictures please Andrew. I'd especially like another shot of the
handlebars. Those are exactly what I've been dreaming about lately. I'm
trying the Persuader bars on my Atlantis. After going that wide, the swept
Riv bars seem so narrow. I'd love a wide version of the Albatross or
Billie
Mark, that is one sweet Susie. Great colors and looks like a fun ride. I
wish Riv would sell out of the small Susies so I can stop being tempted.
I've gotten down to just two bikes, an Atlantis and a Troll. I've barely
ridden the Troll since getting the Atlantis. Most of my riding is pavement
(
Steve, I agree starting cassettes with a 12 tooth cog makes more sense for
most riders.
Aeroperf and Paul, thanks for that feedback. It wasn't my intention to
knock Alivio.I swapped the Deore brakes on my Atlantis for Paul Motolites
with Paul levers over the summer. I would say that was a defini
ion cog in place of
> the 11 tooth cog) 11-speed cassette on my old Phil Wood 9-speed touring hub
> for my Gus Boots Willsen. Fits beautifully - chain even clears the 29x2.5
> tire by 4mm. The inner large cogs kind of cantilever over the hub flange
>
> Laing
>
> On Tuesday, Janu
I'm currently looking for 9 speed cassettes for my Atlantis. I'm hoping to
be able to do a tour this year after staying local in 2020. With touring in
mind, I'd like 12-36 but it seems those are rather hard to find right now.
I currently have 11-32, but I'm riding in flat Chicago. The 12-36 wou
Another vote for Big Bens. I have the plus version since I ride areas with
a lot of broken glass, potholes and debris. Smooth on pavement and does
well on dirt and limestone trails.
On Monday, May 20, 2019 at 7:03:56 PM UTC-5, jandrews wrote:
>
> Greetings Bunch
>
> I'm looking for some new comm
Is this bike still for sale? My friend is looking for a Chev for his wife.
Might be able to pick up depending on where in Michigan. We're in Chicago.
On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 12:19:45 PM UTC-5, Igor wrote:
>
> better photo
> https://photos.app.goo.gl/pWQrr7ra54kbiWNs6
> no rack or basket
>
-
I think you'd have a tough time making an ugly Atlantis. They're beautiful
bikes!
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Close enough! That's too nice of a chain to toss for color coordinatation.
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Will the Microshift drivetrain give you a black cassette and chain? Then you
could have a sweet stealth drive train.
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r again but the big board is a lot of fun.
Joe, I was planning on doing all black after seeing pics of yours but I
ended up mixing in some silver and now I'm liking the yin yang look of the
black/silver combo.
On Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 1:24:01 PM UTC-5, Tim Baldwin wrote:
>
&
19 at 5:06:03 PM UTC-5, ed wrote:
>
> Very nice bulid Tim!
> What is your pbh and the distance between the center of the crank to the
> top of your saddle?
> Edgar
>
> On 17 Apr 2019, at 4:05 AM, Tim Baldwin >
> wrote:
>
> Tom, I was planning on keeping th
e part about Rivs, second only to the
> ride.
>
> Enjoy the new bike and ride the heck out of it!
>
> Collin
>
> On Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 11:24:01 AM UTC-7, Tim Baldwin wrote:
>>
>> The frame arrived last Monday, I finished the build on Friday, and added
>
I use the VO Mojave cage with a 40 oz. Kleen Kanteen on a daily basis.
Works great. Jandd stem bags also fit 40 oz bottles perfectly and have some
insulation. I've used the 64 oz. bottles with a King cage but only on
tours. The straps take too much fiddling for easy on/off. I liked the idea
of
Those Pass and Stow racks are sweet. I think I overlooked because of the
price. But I use my rack just about everyday so I might as well get exactly
what I want. Just saw that he's now offering the anything cage mounts on
the legs.
I'm curious what kind of weight limit there will be on the Riv
make a truly informed
> decision. A little time spent waiting on product development will
> undoubtedly save you money and time. You want the best, forget the rest.
>
> On Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 11:12:48 PM UTC-5, Tim Baldwin wrote:
>>
>> I finally decided to pull the tri
I finally decided to pull the trigger and am awaiting the delivery of a new
Atlantis! I'm transferring most of the parts from other bikes but still
debating on the front rack. I'm currently using a Surly 24 pack rack and
just strapping a big Sackville basket bag on there. That rack won't
transf
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