Re: [RBW] Atlantis 55 for sale

2024-06-11 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
On Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:04:49 PM UTC-7 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello all, > Bump and an update . > I have decided to offer frame and fork for $1500. > > > On Tue, May 14, 2024 at 20:26 atreya...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Folks, >> >> I have deci

Re: [RBW] FS: Handle bars, stems and saddle (Nitto, Brooks , IRD and Vello Orange)

2024-06-10 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Bump. Handle bars, stems and Saddle are still available. Thanks , Deepak On Monday, June 3, 2024 at 9:23:34 AM UTC-7 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > All, > Wanted to give a quick update on what's remaining. > > *Handlebars* > > 1.Chocos (x1) - $90 (<

[RBW] FS: Handle bars, stems and saddle (Nitto, Brooks , IRD and Vello Orange)

2024-06-01 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Hello, I am clearing out my parts bin. These would make nice components for the upcoming Sam builds. All the prices mentioned below are excluding shipping. We can finalize the shipping based on destination and USPS delivery. It's available in east bay, CA for pick up. Thanks for looking.

[RBW] 2019 55 CM Atlantis for Sale

2024-05-23 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Folks, A week ago I put the frame only for sale to see if I could fund a Sam. Fortunately another bike has come my way and I am selling the entire bike. It is in excellent condition and may be minor scratches barely visible to naked eyes. I could spot only one and my camera had tough time

[RBW] Re: Adventures in (Re) building my Saluki

2024-05-17 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Phew! Bike looks so good. Good luck on our ride tomorrow. Keep us posted. On Friday, May 17, 2024 at 5:50:41 PM UTC-7 mhec...@gmail.com wrote: > You may remember my previous post after retrieving my Saluki ( Serial > #007) from the powder coating shop in White River Jct Vt. I thought the >

[RBW] TRP RRL vs Shimano Tiagra

2024-05-17 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Folks, Want to give drop bars one more time on my homer. Long background and context , I had drop bars set up TRP RRL but never got comfortable . But I think it had do more with the reach. I had around set back and 7 cm stem . Also I have short torso and long legs. I am 5'8.5 but have pbh

[RBW] Re: FS: spring cleaning!

2024-05-16 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Do you still have noodles by any chance ? On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 7:44:39 PM UTC-7 Calvin Yolo wrote: > *52cm Nitto Noodle (Mod. 177) - 26.0 — $90* > >- Mounted for a week or so, then taken off. Basically new but there's >residue from the standard newbaum/shellac combo here at

[RBW] Re: Atlantis 55 for sale

2024-05-14 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Apologies everybody, didn't mean to spam. But the list let me attach only one photo at time. Happy to send more photos over email. On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 9:00:39 PM UTC-7 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: IMG_0802.jpg] > > On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 8:59:48 PM UTC

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

2024-05-14 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
The build and aesthetics are perfect! very well thought out. Enjoyed all the beautiful pics. Thanks for sharing On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:51:38 PM UTC-7 Armand Kizirian wrote: > Greetings fellow Rivendell Lovers! > > I’m happy to introduce to you my very first Rivendell, an Ana Purple >

[RBW] Re: Atlantis 55 for sale

2024-05-14 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
I was not able to attach all the photos in original resolution. If interested, please email me for more pics. On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 8:26:36 PM UTC-7 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > Folks, > > I have decided to sell my Atlantis to fund for Sam. I believe that this is > 2019

[RBW] Re: Homer 6 months review and questions

2022-08-01 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
ditional diamond frame shape, you need heavier > tubes to keep the same strength. > > On Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 12:14:06 AM UTC-4 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > >> I have had my homer for 6 months . After lot of experimenting , obsessing >> qnd tweaking i am almost 99% there

[RBW] Re: FS- Nitto Handlebar, stems and seat post ** Further Price Drop **

2022-08-01 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Gran Compe Brake Lever Set GC202H Brown Hood - $40 (Installed and used less than 10 miles) Rack Soma Rack Champs-Elysees Stainless Rear - $90 (Installed and used less than 50 miles) On Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 8:03:36 PM UTC-7 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi, > > I am clearing

Re: [RBW] Homer 6 months review and questions

2022-07-26 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Wow thanks for the detailed response Max! I am still on the fence with dyno and lights ; along with that , seat post (may be Thompson masterpiece ) and cassette I think I can shave off another 2lbs without sacrificing on comfort/utility. But still debating about it. On Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Re: [RBW] Homer 6 months review and questions

2022-07-26 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Bingo! Well said. I think what I am chasing is the handling or response on my homer. The actual weight I don't really care much. On Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 2:49:06 PM UTC-7 Jason Fuller wrote: > Very nice! I had the same thing happen with the Nitto parts bin :) > > Weight plays a

Re: [RBW] Homer 6 months review and questions

2022-07-26 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Thanks Steve. I really don't care about speed , I think the speed difference between my homer and atlantis at my level of fitness is probably 0.5 miles / hr :P . I like the nimble handling of homer and super stable /smooth feeling of atlantis (depending on my mood ) On Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Re: [RBW] Homer 6 months review and questions

2022-07-26 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Thanks Brendonoid. I agree! Brooks saddle, brass bell and kickstands makes the bike so much more fun and useful. Though I am not using the dyno nmuch I think I will leave it alone. It always there when I need it On Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 2:19:01 AM UTC-7 brendonoid wrote: > Your Homer

Re: [RBW] Homer 6 months review and questions

2022-07-26 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
s, smaller > bags, lighter or no fenders and racks. I have a 1.25 lb vs Nitto 2.5 lb > rack. I changed Flyer for Selle Anatomica. Banana sac vs Carradice bag. > Some items are worth the weight, like your aforementioned kickstand—so > darn practical. > > Roberta > > On

[RBW] FS- Nitto Handlebar, stems and seat post

2022-07-26 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Hi, I am clearing my stack of handlebars , stems and posts and hoping to find a good home for these. I finally settled on handlebars and stems that I like. The price doesn’t include shipping. I am based out of *Danville, CA* if anyone is interested in local pick up. Handlebars might have

[RBW] Homer 6 months review and questions

2022-07-25 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
I have had my homer for 6 months . After lot of experimenting , obsessing qnd tweaking i am almost 99% there ( in the process I have a mini nitto shop with almost all variations of handlebars !which I will try to find a good home for when I get to it ) . The more I tweak and better it gets,

[RBW] Re: FS: Rene Herse Double Cranks 42/26

2022-06-21 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
t Lipsky at Me dot com > > On Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 9:47:27 AM UTC-7 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > >> I am seeing if I get any interest for my RH cranks currently on my homer. >> I reckon it has around 400 miles on it. I am hoping to sell it for $300 >> excluding ship

[RBW] Re: FS: Berthoud saddles, Lugged seat post and Nitto Stem

2022-04-27 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Update : saddle , saddle top and seat post is sold . On Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 4:17:04 PM UTC-7 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > Having issues uploading photos. Happy to send photos to interested buyers. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

[RBW] Re: FS: Berthoud saddles, Lugged seat post and Nitto Stem

2022-04-27 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
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[RBW] FS: Berthoud saddles, Lugged seat post and Nitto Stem

2022-04-27 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
I am selling few stuff from my parts bin. The price quoted below excludes shipping. I am based out of Danville, CA (east bay) and open to pick up as well. 1. Berthoud Aravis Saddle (Titanium rails) - $200 Have used it for around 600 miles. Still not totally broken in / conformed .Please see

[RBW] Surly corner bars on rivbike

2022-04-09 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Has anyone tried surly corner bars on homers . Currently I am running Paul racers center pull on my homer with trp rrl sr. The braking is good but not as grabby as my v brakes on Atlantis . Would using mountain bike brake levers like Paul canti with Paul racers make a difference in feel? --

[RBW] Re: Drop bar - Fit question

2022-03-04 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
lower it should be to keep your leg > extension relatively constant. If you're experiencing tight hamstrings, > that might be part of it. I've heard fitters say the ratio is roughly 3:1, > that is, for every 3mm of increased saddle setback, the seat needs to come > down 1mm, and vic

[RBW] Re: Drop bar - Fit question

2022-03-04 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
ry setback post you're using on a rather slack seattube. Considering >>> that you're also using a short stem I think you could keep your current >>> reach by shifting your whole body forward. Maybe not a zero-setback post, >>> I'm thinking a Nitto S65 post an

[RBW] Drop bar - Fit question

2022-03-03 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Group , need your thoughts on drop bar fit . I recently bought homer Hilsen ( most recent batch ) . I have short torso but long legs and arms . My height is 5’8.5 ish and pbh is 86.5. I have homer in 54.5 , which has tt of 57.5. I am running a short stem 50mm and nitto m151(75 mm reach) . I

[RBW] FS: Noodles, Losco, Grancompe Non Aero Brake lever, Shimano 105 FD

2022-01-24 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
I am clearing up some of my barely used components. The price quoted excludes shipping. Buyer pays for the shipping. 1. Nitto Losco bar - 54cm x 25.4 (B614AA)(used less than 30 miles) - $90 2. Nitto Noodle - 56 CM - $90 (used less than 30 miles) 3. Gran Compe 202 Non-Aero Brake

Re: [RBW] Re: Upcoming AAH -build

2022-01-14 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Will beat me to it !! Here is the link to gallery of my bike , in case you missed Will's email update. https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news/deepaks-54-5cm-homer?mc_cid=3ccbea4dfa_eid=e5cf5c56ab On Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 2:48:24 PM UTC-8 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks every

Re: [RBW] Re: Upcoming AAH -build

2022-01-13 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Forgot to mention that I think the biggest adavantage of Berthoud is it’sset serviceable . It is very easy to replace the top. I initially had a top with cut out that I replaced with solid . On Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 2:48:24 PM UTC-8 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks every

Re: [RBW] Re: Upcoming AAH -build

2022-01-09 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Calvin, Looks like ithe brakes are Paul Racers, wanted to confirm . Also , what size tires are you running ? On Sunday, January 9, 2022 at 11:14:19 AM UTC-8 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > Congratulations Calvin. Your bike looks amazing. Ride in good health . > > On Sun, Jan 9, 2022

[RBW] Re: Bar end vs Downtube

2021-12-25 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
he grips to change upright bars. For the >> wrapped drop bars I find I prefer the stem mount solution and have learned >> to reach them quickly. That has made bar swap easier and gives me room to >> put a bar end mirror. >> >> >> On Friday, December 24, 2021

[RBW] Bar end vs Downtube

2021-12-24 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
I am debating bar end vs down tube shifters for the upcoming homer build. I like the simplicity and aesthetics of down tube but concerned how “inconvenient “ they could be given longish geometry of rivs. For non racing and just riding for pleasure usecases does it matter .I am also considering

Re: [RBW] Bar tape and shellac combination to match cream details

2021-12-20 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
hellac. Here is an in-progress image of just >> that with five coats of amber. I used the same combination on a previously >> owned Homer. Looks very nice paired with Homer blue. >> >> Best, >> Rich in ATL >> >> >> On Sunday, December 19, 2021

[RBW] Bar tape and shellac combination to match cream details

2021-12-17 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Has anyone tried cloth bar tape and shellac combination to get close to the cream details on Rivendell. I am thinking of these two options 1. White + Clear shellac : I am assuming that clear shellac will slightly tint the white 2. Viva toshi off-white tape + clear shellac. Has anyone tried

[RBW] Re: Upcoming AAH -build

2021-12-01 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
ods: > [image: IMG_0032 (2).JPG] > > Laing > > On Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 12:21:29 PM UTC-5 atreya...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Wow Liang! That's a very pretty bike. Those levers do look damn good! Now >> I have to decide between ergo and looks. I keep he

[RBW] Re: Upcoming AAH -build

2021-12-01 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
ricane >>>>> Ridge, unless they've increased clearance this round and I haven't >>>>> realized. >>>>> - Gearing sounds dreamy but I'd just go 11-34 for the cassette so your >>>>> Nexave is happier, and you've still got a real nice low gear.

[RBW] Re: Upcoming AAH -build

2021-12-01 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
w gear. >> - If you have a line on Paul Racers, jump on it because they are not up >> on the website anymore and might be tough to find. I am baffled that Paul >> pulled them from production, of all the brake options they offer. >> >> On Monday, 29 November 2021 at 09:36:59 UTC-8

Re: [RBW] Re: Great Blue Homers

2021-11-30 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Have you considered Pacenti Brevet? I also pre-ordered homer and Rich recommended them to me. I am going to set it up tubeless with 48 mm RH Oracle Ridge. On Monday, November 29, 2021 at 8:18:39 AM UTC-8 John G. wrote: > I ended up deciding to buy a Homer complete. Crashed my wet-weather bike

Re: [RBW] Re: Great Blue Homers

2021-11-30 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Hi Liang, Have you considered Pacenti Brevet? I also pre-ordered homer and Rich recommended them to me. I am going to set it up tubeless with 48 mm RH Oracle Ridge. On Monday, November 29, 2021 at 8:43:50 AM UTC-8 lconley wrote: > Send ideas! Dyads or A23s? - Neither - Quills are lighter and

[RBW] Re: Wheel size on MIT Homer 58

2021-11-29 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
AM UTC-8 jtallman wrote: > The webpage says 700c. > > Jon > > On Monday, November 29, 2021 at 12:33:36 PM UTC-5 atreya...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Does anyone know if the wheel size on 58 homers 700C or 650B? The homer >> webpage on rivbike states 700 but geometr

[RBW] Upcoming AAH -build

2021-11-29 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Ordered the upcoming homers. It would be nice to discuss ,bounce off ideas on the components planned for the build. Here is my list Pace to brevet with shimano rear hub and SON 28. RH Oracle ridge Shimano nexave RD RH 42-26 cranks 11-36 9speed cassette Silver bar end shifters Nitto noodle bars

[RBW] Wheel size on MIT Homer 58

2021-11-29 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
Does anyone know if the wheel size on 58 homers 700C or 650B? The homer webpage on rivbike states 700 but geometry chart seems to suggest 650b . I think the geometry chart might be outdated but just wanted to confirm . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Weird (Silver bar end/friction/Shimano 9sp) shifting issue

2021-11-29 Thread atreya...@gmail.com
I would also check the tension the D-ring . I typically start tightening all the way , put the shifter under max tension and start loosening it until it barely holds it in that position. I have found that this gives me the right balance of tension. On Monday, November 15, 2021 at 8:22:33 AM