Rosco Bubbe #11

[WETH]

When Rivendell announced the Rosco Bubbe project I didn't pay much attention. I had all the bikes I needed! Or so I told myself and continue to tell myself everyday! Slowly an idea took root and grew as I periodically followed the Rosco Bubbe project. My eldest son was outgrowing his bike and at the age of 16 had reached almost full height. The sizing of the first run of Roscos fit me perfectly and had a PBH range that would fit my son even if he grew from his current one inch shorter than I to one inch taller. Of course, should he grow more than that, I'll have to ride it! :)

I showed him the Rosco Bubbe tumblr site, and he liked the bike and the overall concept of the Rosco project. I took a leap of faith and placed my deposit for one of the 13 Rosco Bubbes. (When dealing with Rivendell, it really isn't a leap of faith. They know what they're doing!) The bike, #11, arrived earlier than I expected and was painted an awesome matte green. From my parts bin and off my son's old bike came most of the components. New Little Big Bens, new Tektro R559 brakes, and a new 26.8 seatpost made Rosco road ready. The fenders, off his old bike, still need to be tweaked a bit.

I have ridden it a few miles-I had to test it didn't I?-and it rides so smoothly. There is no twitchiness in the handling. This must be the long chain stay effect I have read others praising. I will certainly be borrowing this bike from my son! A card accompanied the frame explaining the history of the Rosco Bubbe line of bikes, and the card had been signed on the back by many Riv employees- a nice touch!

Pictures here show I assembled a Rosco Bubbe for my son's 16th birthday: https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157671323031306

Erl
Kensington, MD

[Bill Lindsay]

That's pretty terrific.  It's set up a fair bit TOO upright for my tastes, but you didn't buy it for me.  ;-)

[Hugh Smitham]

A bike from a Father is a nice touch and a lucky son indeed. Very happy for your son and you Erl. Continue to enjoy the family bike rides I know I did as a youth with my Dad & Mom.

Cheers,

~Hugh

On Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 10:06:40 AM UTC-7, WETH wrote:

[Ryan Fleming]

I think that's an awesome 16th birthday gift...way better than a car , in my opinion and I hope you both share many happy miles on it...the bubbe look is growing on me, I have to admit :)

[Bob Ehrenbeck]

On Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 2:22:07 PM UTC-4, Ryan Fleming wrote:

I think that's an awesome 16th birthday gift...way better than a car , in my opinion ...

That's my opinion, too.

And for a 16-year-old to be interested in bikes means that you must've done a good job at parenting, Erl!  ; )

Bob E

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Wonderful gift, Erl. I know you will both enjoy it!

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[islaysteve]

Erl, that's an awesome-looking bike, I can't wait to see it! Your son is very lucky ( in more ways than one).
Cheers, Steve

[René Sterental]

Awesome! Here's to hoping he grows more than one inch over you!!! :-)

René

On Thu, Jul 28, 2016 at 1:56 PM, islaysteve <alki...@verizon.net> wrote:

Erl, that's an awesome-looking bike, I can't wait to see it!  Your son is very lucky ( in more ways than one).
Cheers, Steve

[Howard H]

Very cool Erl. I like that color!

[Patrick Moore]

It's very interesting that your son is not asking instead for the car keys. Nice, though that stem is high!

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[Ryan Fleming]

Sure is....Erl, you must be doing something right .. but that's such a unique bike , it's hard to resist!

[Deacon Patrick]

Sweeeeeet! I love seeing those built up. They are fun and zazzy! 

With abandon,

Patrick

[WETH]

Thanks to all for the kind words. My favorite rides are family rides, especially when I ride in the last spot and can watch the whole family pedaling/coasting along! Knowing I built up each bike from a frame/fork adds to the satisfaction. Long, enjoyable rides only became possible when I introduced Riv philosophy to my wife and sons' bikes, perhaps I took bars "up and back" a bit far, but they ride 50 miles without complaint of back /shoulder/wrist pain. When I look at the families' collection of bikes and mine, I realize high bars are a "family tradition!"
Thanks again and safe cycling!

[Hugh Smitham]

Erl,

You put the bars anyway you want. There is no right or wrong height. As the dude put it "yeah well that's just your opinion man".

Family rides are the bees knees.

Warm Regards,

~Hugh

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[Shoji Takahashi]

"Family Tradition", "Signature Look": you're out with your family on bikes... to quote Manny "that looks right".

shoji

[Ryan Fleming]

Now, I'm guessing that your 16-year old is the young man in the yellow shirt, correct? Anyway...nice shots of the family and their bikes

[WETH]

Ryan,
Yes he is great guess and thanks.
Hugh,
Thanks!

[WETH]

Shoji,
Thanks. One can't really go wrong channeling our "inner Manny!"