Going UPRIGHT! - Rivendell Bosco Bar Install

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  • @brentallar7355
    @brentallar7355 4 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    Those bars are cool, but I have to admit that my favorite part of this video is the RJthebikeguy shout out. He is underappreciated in the bicycling TH-cam community. Keep up the good work man.

    • @atoreilly
      @atoreilly 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      PLP interview w/ RJ would be amazing

  • @Mike-vd2qt
    @Mike-vd2qt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Pro tip for the ESI Grips: Isopropyl alcohol on the bar and inside the grip. They will slide right on easy peasy, when the alcohol evaporates off in about 1/2 hour they are locked on.

  • @ttiwehde
    @ttiwehde 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Living at the beach in California means no one will say s,%t about my bosco bars on any bike .Just got my first riv bike this month with bosco and its sweet riding. Can’t sleep , on chemotherapy, but watching you go through this bar swap is just what I needed. Russ your making a difference , thanks from Ed in Ventura

  • @650gringo
    @650gringo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I did this to a 1988 Trek 400 and caught a lot of criticism from people who claim to be purists. However for me, I now have the most comfortable fit I've ever found on any bike. My lower back is happy again! I did have to change to a saddle made for the upright riding position but it all worked out so well, it was surprising!
    Thanks for this video.

  • @umeko204
    @umeko204 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Congrats on discovering the basic design philosophy for your typical city bike that’s been standard since at least the 1890s. Amazing how much was understood about cycling back then, that has been lost to the industry becoming almost exclusively focused on sport/racing. Jokes aside, I deeply appreciate you taking the time to show such setups not only make sense, but can actually look good. Wether on city streets, commuting or even riding basic dirt trails. being significantly more upright with a more centred weight distribution is what makes the most sense for the vast majority of cycling we all do. I also deeply appreciate showing us a ‘transition’ of sorts, so that it’s very clear why such setups and components make sense. Easier to get over stigmatisation that way. More cyclists, no matter how casual, should take the time to learn about early bicycle design and engineering.
    Simple facts: the more upright you ride, the more comfortable you will be on the bicycle. The longer you’re in the saddle, the more obvious this will be. The only down side to being upright is the aerodynamic penalty. That’s a penalty that doesn’t even matter until you’re regularly travelling at 20+mph.
    The most comfortable bike I ever owned was a Pashley Roadster. Classic European/Dutch style city bike frame. Completely upright position. It wasn’t ‘fast’, but I could right it all day at normal speeds, could easily take it onto a dirt/gravel road. Always felt in control, stable and comfortable.
    It works, we’ve known that for well over a hundred years. It’s amazing that most cyclists who actually take cycling more seriously as a part of their daily lives, are only now ‘discovering’ that, when these types of bikes are still built and ridden daily by the millions all over the world.
    Also, unwrapping a perfect tape job, is always hertbreaking. You hate to see it, much less do it. So I really felt that.

  • @PathLessPedaledTV
    @PathLessPedaledTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    YES. Aware of using iso alcohol to get grips on. NO ISO ALCOHOL IN THE STORES...BECAUSE PLAGUE.

    • @FerventDissent
      @FerventDissent 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I plan to be flying back to America soon, maybe I should first stock up on alcohol?

    • @farbian
      @farbian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Window cleaner works well, too. :)

    • @Korina42
      @Korina42 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Got vodka? Pour some in a spray bottle and spritz it on! A little for the bike, a little for you, a little more for the bike, a little more for you... 🥴

    • @jimbo4203
      @jimbo4203 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@farbian ya man windex is the best!

    • @kibbee890
      @kibbee890 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can use a sportsball needle to direct the air under the grips better.

  • @dpell3543
    @dpell3543 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    RJ was my first bike Follow. I never miss a vid :)

  • @denalidevo
    @denalidevo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Been riding a Nitto high-rise dirt drop stem and Mustache bars on gravel and single track for 25 years now… all sourced from the excellent folks at Rivendell. Recently rewrapped them with fresh rolls of Newbaums, shellacked and twined of course. :)

    • @earlcraig6995
      @earlcraig6995 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      hell yeah, I'm down with this

  • @Canimakeit603
    @Canimakeit603 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It ain't your bike until you wrench on it. Good job Russ.

  • @speedikat6822
    @speedikat6822 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You bought the Rivendell? Yay! Congrats!! They're really nice.

  • @LaserrSharp
    @LaserrSharp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I spray a little rubbing alcohol inside the grips and gently slide/twist them on. Usually pretty easy.

  • @noelcameron7856
    @noelcameron7856 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Now, that's one hell of a California ride...Grant Petersen inspired! Absolutely upright and not uptight in a very supple and 420 compliant world. Very hip, Russ!

  • @coasterigh2684
    @coasterigh2684 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I love the Microshift tee shirt. I just installed Microshift shifters on two different bikes, one IGH and one derailleur, big improvement over my original Shimano shifters. I see this shirt is available at a couple different online retailers. Cool.

    • @rchendry
      @rchendry 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      where can i find one?

  • @emmitjohnstone1734
    @emmitjohnstone1734 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A tip in lieu of reverse-pliers that I learned in my bmx days when putting tight stems on at the steerer tube, but could also be applied to opening a quill stem up: back the bolt out until you can fit a dime underneath the bolt’s end to block the hole it came from, then tighten the bolt so it pushes back against the coin. This is assuming both holes the bolt goes through are threaded, though!

    • @karlInSanDiego
      @karlInSanDiego 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes about using coin. You can thread bolt from the back.

  • @Aubreykun
    @Aubreykun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    In a pinch you can also reinsert the allen bolt backwards with a washer or other small piece of metal blocking the hole, tighten the bolt against it and the clamp will spread out. A penny can work and this also is usable on other components (as long as the clamp is threaded and doesn't have a nut pressed in, like on plastic pieces). Useful if something gets stuck out of alignment and won't move (in a crash or w/e) but the pliers seem faster if you do this more often.

  • @55whiplash
    @55whiplash 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love my Bosco bars on my Atlantis, I frequently use the flat part to ride into headwinds or just to change positions, and I've pointed them down a bit. Very comfortable for someone with back issues too.

  • @stewartmckay9830
    @stewartmckay9830 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They used to call them set up and beg push bikes back in Edwardian times. I am an old guy and I am amazed at how full circle it has all gone

    • @spacejamgoliath
      @spacejamgoliath 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol right

    • @johnhickman2033
      @johnhickman2033 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think it was, sit -up and beg - like a dog...

  • @davidpayne8413
    @davidpayne8413 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A well-known with bar tape is that tape absorbs sweat that can cause corrosion especially with aluminum, that's hidden until you retape

  • @Dustybutdigital
    @Dustybutdigital 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For grips like that I’ve always inserted 3 or 4 zip ties inside the grip before sliding it into the bar end. Usually goes on smooth. Once I get the grip where I want, I start removing the zip ties. Sometimes I’ll use some pliers if they’re too tight in there. But it’s worked every time. In some cases Ive sprayed wd40, alcohol, or hairspray.

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tried zip ties. They ended up poking through the silicone.

    • @Dustybutdigital
      @Dustybutdigital 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh no! Well glad you were able to preserve them. So many ways of doing it. Wait did you say you bought the Riv??

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Dustybutdigital Yep

  • @10melah5
    @10melah5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The retrogrouch in me was yelling “WHERE’S THE TWINE AND SHELLAC??” 😉 😉 Handlebars are so fun to swap that I’ve started using hockey tape for the lower bits of upright handlebars - it still looks a treat once shellac’ed and doesn’t feel as sinful when you rip it off.

  • @TheScottieie
    @TheScottieie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Probably already been said, but ESI Chunky Grips can be put on with hand sanitizer gel, which dries completely. Removal with the same.

  • @seanmcfarland95
    @seanmcfarland95 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So stoked for you and your new bike!

  • @brendonoid6133
    @brendonoid6133 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A great thing you can do with those silver thumb shifters because the cable mount rotates is push them forward onto the downsloping part of the bosco. Gives you a nice hand position in front of the brake lever on the apex of the curve and the shifters are in a ergonomic place but still out of the way. Opens the bar to a wider variety of hand positions.

  • @fredherzberger4677
    @fredherzberger4677 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like drop bars. I think for a straight bar conversion. These might work great upside down.

  • @edstorey4675
    @edstorey4675 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trying my Bosco on Salsa Vaya today. Thx for posting

  • @rickthatch3556
    @rickthatch3556 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also I have use soap to get grips on... I have also seen alcohol being used for that as well

  • @ryanwitt
    @ryanwitt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Whoa I literally just got the same reverse plier tool, but for lock ring removal. Great to know about the stem opening trick! Thanks!

  • @farouqomaro598
    @farouqomaro598 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love these kind of handlebars.

  • @frantictats1676
    @frantictats1676 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pro tip: put free hand on end of grip then use the air on the inner side of grip it’ll slide one like butter.

  • @theNongskiShow
    @theNongskiShow 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey bro, nice build. For effortless grip installation, try using rubbing alcohol. It just slides and eventually evaporates and dries off. You can even align the grips..🤘🏼

  • @briansrcadventures1316
    @briansrcadventures1316 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice bars!
    I think my drop bar days will be behind me now, due to neck issues. Looks like I may be getting a neck fusion at some point soon due to herniated discs, so perhaps I'll need to change to a nice upright position if I want to get cycling again!

  • @_Schreintime
    @_Schreintime 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I used Windex to install ESI grips. Works amazing !!

    • @seanfellers4835
      @seanfellers4835 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      or Isopropyl alcohol for a wicked fast install with quick drying!!! Literally a 20 sec job for both sides.

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@seanfellers4835 literally no iso alcohol to be purchased in the market here in Missoula.

    • @seanfellers4835
      @seanfellers4835 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PathLessPedaledTV I feel your pain. I have been there myself with grips.

  • @Chrisb8s
    @Chrisb8s 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The Amsterdam gravel bike :)

  • @bobfet1
    @bobfet1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use a chopstick to install ESI grips :). Keeps an air gap so they slide on.

  • @pauldc779
    @pauldc779 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't wait to see the bike with drops on.

  • @javierpauloni4844
    @javierpauloni4844 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    in the parktool youtube channel is a video in wich use a tyre lever instead of those pliers

  • @paulenright
    @paulenright 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet swap out...look forward to fallow up review!

  • @davekoehnlein4575
    @davekoehnlein4575 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video Russ, those bars look juicy!!

  • @ghostdog7306
    @ghostdog7306 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spray soapy water in grips to slide on or off with ease. Soapy water dries within a day or put it in sunshine to speed the process. Much easier than the way you do it.

  • @shelleyshell9441
    @shelleyshell9441 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those bars are pretty cool!

  • @MurryFBM
    @MurryFBM 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    use hairspray on grip install, small spray on inside of grip. down side is you will have to allow it to set for 8-12 hrs

  • @midcenturymachine5307
    @midcenturymachine5307 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Push the air nozzle from the other end of the grip.

    • @elliotsemonsky7945
      @elliotsemonsky7945 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mid Century Machine It makes it sooooo much easier and faster

    • @mf7513
      @mf7513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +1. Put some painters tape over the nozzle (protect the bars), blow air in from the side closest to your levers. Put your palm over the other end of the grip ( trapping the air) and push the grip on.

    • @Mike-vd2qt
      @Mike-vd2qt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Isopropyl Alcohol, they slide right on.

  • @ClarkKent23823
    @ClarkKent23823 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    upright bars are the best, not sure who thought of putting every commoner in a race position. soooo stupid. Love the upright. Can't figure out where to find upright bars on which I could use the road bike all in one brake and shifters. Does anyone have ideas?

  • @bencollett86
    @bencollett86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Russ. Great video. I recently ran a pair of VO Montmartre Bars. They're not on the website anymore but have a lot of similarities to the boscos. I had to pitch the angle low too. Great of the flat, but tough on the wrists when climbing! The VOs were pretty narrow though. Hope they work out for you!

  • @wcronin7307
    @wcronin7307 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spraying a bit of silicone helps get the grips on.

  • @karlsaydlowski4004
    @karlsaydlowski4004 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Russ, what's the width of your Bosco? Any insight on how you chose that width? Now that you've had them for awhile, do you wish you could try another width? (52, 55, 58 cm, or Baby Bosco at 49?)

    • @charisw
      @charisw 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have this same question!

  • @thunderbird3694
    @thunderbird3694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have been thinking about more upright handlebars on my bike. I get stiff neck when I ride longer distance from tilting my head back to see where I am going

    • @Slappywag69
      @Slappywag69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same. I have no trouble with an aggressive position for short periods of time, but after more than 2-3 hours I can really feel it in my neck and back. If You’re not racing, there is nothing wrong with upright position. You get to enjoy your surroundings more too.

  • @shawngifford
    @shawngifford 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bet it would look cool with those Rivendell cork grips… I doubt that they’d be as comfy as the ESI’s though.

  • @Muscleupsanddangles
    @Muscleupsanddangles 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spray clear lacquer on the bars to install the grips. They will slide right on. Then the lacquer dries right through the grips and acts as adhesive.

    • @Mike-vd2qt
      @Mike-vd2qt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Isopropyl Alcohol, most people have it in the bathroom, inside grip, rub on bar, slip right on, locked in 1/2 hour.

  • @atthesummitMTBskills
    @atthesummitMTBskills 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    For non-lockon grips a quick squirt of gt85 they slip on them stick really well.
    Prefer lock on grips or bar tape now though as so much easier.

  • @coryedd3783
    @coryedd3783 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Put air nozzle at other side of grip and use twisting motion while blowing air....😉

  • @DIY-DaddyO
    @DIY-DaddyO 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve got a pair of these I’ve used on a couple of bikes but they’re on my triumph traffic master for now. But why have you got them sloping down, level is great and you can really get some purchase when you stand on the pedals.
    Also some bar end shifters and all wrapped would look cool, ooo and some horns like on the alto…. I’ve been inspired. TO THE SHED!

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sloping down keeps your hands from sliding off on descents as recommended by Rivendell.

  • @budlamonica6531
    @budlamonica6531 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Air compressor nozzle from the front of the grip is the way to go

  • @jceduarte5491
    @jceduarte5491 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice handlebar. I may have missed the info. But may I know whats the width of that bosco bar you bought? Looking for a little bit wider version of that handlebar. Cheers

  • @bikenmike1024
    @bikenmike1024 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bringing back some nice memories here Russ. I had these bars on both my Pugsley and my commuter bike until the VO klunker bar came out. I loved this bar but on my pugs it had a little “tiller effect” especially off road. Might put this back on my commuter?

  • @bikeenjoyer32
    @bikeenjoyer32 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I got a nitto b602 bar that seems pretty similar to this.. has anyone heard of/seen it before? I'm waiting for some parts to install it on one of my bikes. Can't wait!

  • @dreamingdust7667
    @dreamingdust7667 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    9:10 With alcohol they slide like butter and they won't move when alcohol evaporates itself.

  • @jkeiffer
    @jkeiffer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeah you got the grips on. But did you put the fat part up? The grips are usually asymmetrical... Cause that will add install time to get it right. But yeah, many suggestions for shooting air in from the other end etc that you should try.

  • @Aubreykun
    @Aubreykun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Something else to try -
    Flip the upright bars upside down. They become weird, almost track-style drops. Some work better than others.

  • @wooster7571
    @wooster7571 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job. Great channel. Would I be able to stick similar bars onto a Giant Roam?

  • @basiliobastardo255
    @basiliobastardo255 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Need those bars on my Front Pedal project bike… sadly I'm on the odd side lookin in our area...

  • @Drvudoo
    @Drvudoo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Put a make on the floor. Set to manual focus.

  • @chrislopez9156
    @chrislopez9156 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Im switching from Towel Racks to a more upright bar. Considering the Bosco, Soma Oxford, granola bar, etc. What brake levers and shifters are you running here? I'd love recommendations as I'll be switching from SRAM doubletap shifters on a drop bar.

  • @arcoulant87
    @arcoulant87 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hair spray was the old school way to get grips on

  • @bradthomas3188
    @bradthomas3188 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work - thanks for the excellent content! I've been riding a Schwinn Paperboy-style bike as a town cruiser and I'm digging the upright position and swept-back bars for casual riding. Not a replacement for the road bike, but still fun.

  • @ECsponger2
    @ECsponger2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would move the controls closer to the grips bc I like them BMX style close

  • @andrewash9318
    @andrewash9318 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are the bars aluminum or chromoly?

  • @josemiguelperalta3919
    @josemiguelperalta3919 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir question, does microshift bar end shifter is compatible with shimano GRX 400 rd?

  • @siriderkert2172
    @siriderkert2172 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use water instead of compressed air or alcohol. It usually works fine.

  • @Michaelgroberts
    @Michaelgroberts 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    you can use super cheap spray deodorant, and spray it inside the grip/ on the bars. and they slide right on. and the spray should just evaporate, and leave the grips nice and tight on the bars.
    I'm saying "should" because it worked for me, and it's worth a shot. don't shoot me if it doesn't 😅this hack was told to me by an old 24hr enduro MTB er

  • @joetorres6591
    @joetorres6591 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the tool link? Great video!

  • @patrickrenschler
    @patrickrenschler 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    does it bother your wrists at all having bars with such a large sweep angle?

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No. If anything it is much more comfortable than with flat bars.

    • @patrickrenschler
      @patrickrenschler 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PathLessPedaledTV Thanks!

  • @donbosco9789
    @donbosco9789 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i ended up having the controls as far back as possible on my Bosco bars because i found myself wanting to spend most of the time in front of the brake lever going uphill or fast. Curious about your upcoming reviews of these bars!

  • @wgn175
    @wgn175 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So what was old is new agin ? Is it me or am I that old ? Seems like many of these new Alt bars are just bars restyled/copied from 50s 60's. Only using moderen processes and materials ? Maybe I should find and rebuild my Dad's trash find that he rebuilt, A steel frame with ballon tires and skip link chain with a foam rubber seat with a hand sewen canvesed seat cover. coaster brakes. and chain guard w/kick stand. He had a similar styled bar on it until he swapped it out with some Ape hangers. I can still picture him on it and riding around .

  • @luispagan6621
    @luispagan6621 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Colin Robinson?

  • @FrankLadd
    @FrankLadd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How does the downward tilt affect wheelies? I think it would be easier.

  • @Jessatron888
    @Jessatron888 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Russ, did you get a chance to recycle the bar tape or keep it? It might come in handy for later on projects. ✌️ good luck with the new bars.

  • @MichaelDaitzman
    @MichaelDaitzman ปีที่แล้ว

    nice video (about to do something similar - shout out to Grant at Rivendell for his help deciding.) I'd love to see your ride on the bike to get a sense of the geometry (gonna go look for the video with the drop bar comparison.)

  • @sagehiker
    @sagehiker 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks just like the 1908 Laramie WY bike ad on the calendar from in my apartment building. We are really coming full circle. Our drive trains and tires are better though.

  • @mohawkpathology
    @mohawkpathology 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice!

  • @adhunt1
    @adhunt1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hesitate to suggest it as I know you know much more than I do what size bike you need, but based on the stem height and exposed seatpost perhaps you could've sized up

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Riv sizes their bikes off of PBH and that is the size that supposedly fit. For drops it should be fine but is a little short with alt bars.

    • @adhunt1
      @adhunt1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Path Less Pedaled At any rate an excellent video, thanks!

  • @r3woods
    @r3woods 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Russ, what is work stand you're using inside that rotates?!

  • @brandonbrunious
    @brandonbrunious 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    12 minute video. I like where your hair is going. Just need to trim the sides. I'm so glad you have that bike. Can't wait to see your review.

  • @raddad8847
    @raddad8847 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Instead of using an air compressor to install, run the grip under water, slide it on supa easy and use the compressor to cpesr out the water!

  • @apan5381
    @apan5381 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whats the width on those bars?

  • @matthewcbates
    @matthewcbates 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Next on the channel ... how to convert your bike into a gravel cruiser

    • @brandonbrunious
      @brandonbrunious 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Klunker - Cruiser - Vintage MTB

    • @Summitperry
      @Summitperry 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I mean aren’t all cruisers made for gravel?

  • @felishiadarling
    @felishiadarling 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They don’t seem to match that neck. Also for a comfy ride, get a fat bottom seat. My bikes, I have three Beach Cruisers, my son’s is the most dramatic with the handlebars. Looks like your flying a helicopter they are adjusted upwards and are huge . But I like the bars almost pointing straight up.

  • @ryanm.9197
    @ryanm.9197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Rivs are just made to bar swap...it's one of their features. lol. Congrats on new bike day, Russ...that SH is a killer ride. So beautiful.
    I switched out to albatross bars on my Riv Appaloosa and find them more comfortable with them tilted down a bit which helps with my hands wanting to slide forward. The Bosco bars are a really wide bar, very cruiser like with a lot of flex built into the bar but I found them a bit too wide for me (I was using the "boscomoose" version of the bar.)

    • @daddy-jake
      @daddy-jake 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All these videos have me considering throwing the Albatross bars on my Bearclaw Thunderhawk.

  • @sorlik1
    @sorlik1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks as if you "secretly" lengthened the brake cable on the rear brake!

  • @joshuarussell4803
    @joshuarussell4803 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What tires are you running on that rig now?

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ultradynamicos

    • @joshuarussell4803
      @joshuarussell4803 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also, great review. Super excited about the evolution of this project. Just got a Simworks Doppo atb, and looking forward to working on that set up.

    • @joshuarussell4803
      @joshuarussell4803 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PathLessPedaledTV word up. Good highlight of the reverse pliers. I just scratched the hell out of some beautiful nitto bars via and equally slick 26.0 one-piece stem. I hate that feeling and should do the same as you've shown man.

  • @tommyvercetti6035
    @tommyvercetti6035 ปีที่แล้ว

    Insert the air from the inside edge n push in instead of blowing it thru the bars

  • @bfinoradin
    @bfinoradin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Upright on gravel is the only way to travel

  • @marksadventures3889
    @marksadventures3889 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    cool.

  • @RADIOTONTA
    @RADIOTONTA 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    maybe the should use modern stems?

  • @DrShades2011
    @DrShades2011 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A little smear of dish washing soap will get the grips on, give you time to fiddle about with them, and then harden up.

    • @fuerLutzi
      @fuerLutzi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What is happening to your grips when riding in rain? Do they slip off?

    • @DrShades2011
      @DrShades2011 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fuerLutzi no, it was just a smear and all dried up. And all covered by the grips themselves!

    • @fuerLutzi
      @fuerLutzi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DrShades2011 ,sounds reasonable. I'll give it a try.

  • @paulsmarino
    @paulsmarino 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What tires are you running on the Sam? They look a little chunkier than you've run in the past so I'm curious if you've found something that's more aggressive while still supple.

    • @earlcraig6995
      @earlcraig6995 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Those are Ultradynamico "ROSE" tires

  • @maxredburn6610
    @maxredburn6610 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know your pain when the ESI grip goes too far! After a sweaty cursing session it's the cherry on top

  •  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    FYI - The proper tool to spread a stem is the Nitto Stem Tool. :)

    • @dkessler14
      @dkessler14 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The most effective tool for a Nitto is a penny in the slot and the bolt threaded in from the back.

  • @driftwood4458
    @driftwood4458 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the hair bun swept back look.Your hair was driving me nuts flopping to the sides. The bar is nice, too.

  • @salad_gold_rancher
    @salad_gold_rancher 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I guess it's too late, but you could have just swapped the whole bar with the controls as well as the stem. To preserve the wrap job.

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And buy another pair of levers and shifters? I'll just buy more Newbaums when it comes to that.

    • @salad_gold_rancher
      @salad_gold_rancher 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PathLessPedaledTV haha, I only suggested it because you seemed pained about removing the Newbaum.