New 53 Bleriot frameset!

[Michael]

Hi everyone,

I just got the 53 Bleriot frameset that Peter threaded about Peter White selling. It is new-in-box!

Does anyone know if the Bleriot framesets originally came with bb and/or headset installed, like some of the RBW frames did/do?

Thanks for any info.

I will post pics after I get it.

Michael

[cyclotourist]

Congrats on the buy! I don't know how Rivendell sold them, but nobody else included HS or BB.

Cheers,
David

"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal

--
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-bun...@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.

[rob markwardt]

Mine didn't. Congratulations...nice bike and I think you got a good deal.

[Michael]

Now I have to figure out an affordable build.

[Tony DeFilippo]

I can't wait to see that beauty! I like the art and back story of the Bleriot frame... Great bike name!

How do you see this one fitting into your stable of bikes? Is this a '+1' or replacing something? Upright or drops?

Tony

[Michael]

Hi Tony,

It is a +1 because I sold my Giant Defy bike, and am selling my 55 Alba Bleriot, which leaves me at only having the Sam left to ride.

So I am hoping to build it up as a Noodle drop, bar end, triple cranked bike, much like the Sam.

Any ideas for an affordable build to get it riding? Got any parts in your collection that need a new home?

I do like the Bleriot art a lot. The DT art is great, with the planes and the cool looking way they spell the name and all.

And the seat tube "label badge" is a nice shape and design. I like that better than a tube shaped label on a seat tube.

[Tony DeFilippo]

Hey Michael,  

Totally understand wanting to have at least 2 bikes even if they are largely duplicative....if they are both drop bar Riv's you can always do one 'heavy' and one 'light' build.  I've found that I do appreciate getting on a bike w/ a minimum of extra stuff hanging off of it some times.  Then again a bike w/out a basket is definitely less useful! :)  it's also great that you are zeroing in on having two bikes that are perfect from a size perspective.  As I had been riding that to large Atlantis all fall I was definitely torn between moving on and keeping a great looking bike.

Unless you're dead set on a completely new build I'd transfer over the parts from your 55cm Bleriot and sell it F/F/HS only... simplifies the transaction if there is shipping involved and you'll never recoup the replacement cost on the components. That way you'd just need to swap the cockpit, levers and maybe shifters...

When I get the Saluki shipped it is coming with a spare Noodle cockpit, it may end up as surplus (or might go on the tandem).  But I'll keep you posted either way

Tony

--
You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.
To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/mtmpT3NKcig/unsubscribe.
To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com.

[Peter Morgano]

couldn't you just move the components sans albas to your new frame and sell the 55cm as a frameset? I like to buy framesets instead of complete bikes since I have my own personal preferences in build ups, but just my opinion.

On Mon, Mar 3, 2014 at 12:02 PM, Michael <john1...@gmail.com> wrote:

--

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-bun...@googlegroups.com.

[Michael]

The more I think about it, the more I want to just do all new parts.

 

I am not looking to go ultra nice. Just functional and affordable - but new stuff.

 

I don't like the compact crankset drivetrain that came on my 55 Bleriot. I like having a triple with 11-32. I like the Sugino setup on my Sam.

 

There is a Soma dealer near my house, and they sell San Marcos, etc. So I feel like they would be good at doing Rivish builds.

I may do all or part of a build as the wallet allows.

I am going to price some stuff up with them and see what happens.

 

Wheels are the conundrum for me. Wheels are really expensive.

I would like to try A23 rims, as they are purported to make 650b bead seating a cinch.

 

[Michael]

It arrived today.

Pretty!

Weather report looks pretty good for the upcoming week, so I hope to take it outdoors and Boeshield it and get some pics to post.

Now I have to find a bike shop to build it.

If I lived in Walnut Creek, I'd just give it to them to build.

[Mattt]

Michael,

Built it yourself.  The only part to farm out is the headset.  You will learn much in the process and very gratifying.  I used Parks Blue Book and was able to do it with this instruction.

Matt

[Joe Bernard]

I'm afraid I'm going to argue contrary advice here. I wouldn't choose a new, unmarked frame as my first build. My preference would be to learn build skills on a cheaper pre-scratched Craigslist bike, then attack a new one once I'd been through all the novice mistakes.

Joe Bernard

Vallejo, CA.

[Peter Morgano]

If you have a shop you can trust and the money to spend I say give it to the pros. I love to work on my own bikes but I know it's not for everyone.

--
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-bun...@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch.

For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

[IanA]

Joe gives good advice here.  Personally, I feel confident in my bike-building ability, but I've built a few and have access to shop tools.  Working at home with only a few tools and for the first time is definitely not the best approach on a pristine frame.

Ian A/Canada.

[cyclotourist]

I saw go for it and build it up at home! Get your favorite shop to install the headset, the rest is a great way to really become attached to your bike and learn how it all works together. No advance calculus degree required. And it's a great excuse to buy that inch/pound torque wrench you've always wanted!

Cheers,
David

"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal

[Tony DeFilippo]

A frame shouldn't stay pristine... What can you really do to it in the build process to mess it up? Worst case you get part way done and have to ask for help.

Now if you have no interest in doing the build that's perfectly fine, it's almost a hobby within another hobby. And I don't think it takes anything away if you only like riding and not tinkering.

But if you are at all interested... Is so much fun! Start right away!

Tony

[David Banzer]

I think with a brand new frame, I'd be itching to ride it. If it were my first crack at building up a bike, I'm sure it would take much longer to build up completely than having a shop build it. Also, all the hiccups that accompany a beginning mechanic would confound the time. I'd surely not want to have to make several adjustments after several test rides to get everything dialed in.
I agree with Joe on this one. If you're inclined to learn how to wrench, do it on a bike you don't mind having in the workstand more than you'd be wanting to ride it.
David
Chicago

[Michael]

Here are a few shots of the fork.

I Boeshielded it the other day in the nice weather we had.

Frame is next when it warms up again around here.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/13208659064/in/set-72157642467974313