Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).
Or, might I add — these pedals from Rob at Ocean Air Cycles sells are extremely beautiful and capable — I love supporting local builders too. http://store.oceanaircycles.com/products/silver-vp-vice-pedal —P. On Apr 27, 2015, at 10:33 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: If you need wide pedals, you should take a look at the VO Sabot pedals. http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/pedals/grand-cru-sabot-pedals.html At about 4 inches square, the platform is supremely comfortable, and at least in the year I've been using them on one bike, they seem durable and well-made. The rounded pins give very good traction but haven't had any negative impact on shoes or shins. I just put a set on a charity auction build, here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/17295502672/ They are very attractive, and versatile. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Lungimsam Sent: Tuesday, April 28, 2015 1:14 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless). The idea of more supportive pedals did cross my mind. Might be the best answer so as to not have to depend on a special pair of shoes for riding. Gr-9's are beautiful pedals but too narrow for my wide feet. I like something wide like the MKS Touring as they are wide enough. I'll have to look into trying some pedals as well as shoes and see what works best. Thanks for the recommendations and please keep them coming. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
Well, I don't have the Betty Foy -- but I do have a mixte Royal H, in great Rivendell tradition -- I'm happy to join:) On Feb 10, 2014, at 6:38 AM, LeahFoy jonasandle...@gmail.com wrote: Cecily, I'm glad I'm not the only one who vastly prefers the BF - I almost got kicked off the list when I said it! ;) I wish there were more BF owners who were writing about their bikes, but maybe it has to be you and me. A collaborative effort, perhaps! -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
That's a great story -- I'd love to collaborate! On Feb 10, 2014, at 12:02 PM, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: Six years ago I went to Riv HQ and rode a Betty Foy for half the day. It was one of the best experiences I've had at a bike shop. I guess I was hanging around so long and riding every size of the Betty Foy that I met Grant and he said I should get the larger size. I didn't want to leave. I never bought a Betty Foy. I bought a custom Riv mixte instead. But I remember what a smooth enjoyable ride that Betty was. I was smiling while I rode around Walnut Creek. I was a Riv convert before I rode Betty, but afterward I became a devotee. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:58:58 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: I've read many loving tributes to Sams, Hilsens, Hunqapillars and other Riv bikes over the last few years, but there is precious little writing out there about the joys of owning and riding a Betty Foy. I'm familiar with Lovely Bicycle's faint praise, and I've read and re-read the posts (and seen the videos) from the women of Let's Go Ride a Bike, but I've always found it odd that there isn't a lot out there about the history of the Betty Foy, the fun people have had in the saddle, or musings about what the Foy has meant to the lucky woman (or man) who owns one. Even Rivendell's site is scant when it comes to copy about the Foy, saying only that you can do equally well on a Betty Foy what you can do on a Sam. That's the equivalent of saying Yeah, so's your sister. And now that Betty Foy (and her brother Yves) are nearing the end of their model lives, I fear that I'll never learn all there is to learn, or read all there is to read about this bike that I've come to love so much. Unless I write it myself, of course... Feeling thinky on a Saturday night, Cecily -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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.
Re: [RBW] Sew own frame bags?
I really have enjoyed following the Colette Patterns blog, and Sarai has a wonderful post on materials for her cooper bag and how to source resources here (great tips on waxed canvas) http://www.coletterie.com/sewalongs/bag-making-supplies-and-resources Also, she has tutorials on how to sew with waxed canvas, etc. I know other sewer/biker bloggers but I find Colette's resources on her bag really really easy to follow. She lives in Portland so she's in a good area for it. On Jan 13, 2014, at 1:44 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: Note that Revelate, and others, use the Denier Diamond Ripstop for the panels of the frame pack (the big pieces), but they use something a lot tougher for the gussets (the side pieces that go along the tubes of the frame). Ripstop is not so abrasion resistant, and those gussets are rubbing against the frame with every turn of the wheels. I was just at my LBS to drop off my touring bike because, umm, ding in the rim -- yes, that's why I want bigger tires, so I can ride without getting dings-- and I was able to get a good look at a Revelate Tangle pack and a Revelate Viscacha seat bag. On Mon, Jan 13, 2014 at 1:26 PM, sameness samen...@gmail.com wrote: As a fellow sewer who has admittedly never made a bag from scratch (though I do love taking them apart and altering them), might I suggest the Denier Diamond Ripstop from Seattle Fabrics? Ripstop will give you the strength without the weight penalty of a thick coated Cordura, and with the benefit of being easier to sew, i.e. you can get away with using a 14. Or if you're after a lighter, laminated material, here's Dimension-Polyant 21, which is what Revelate uses for their frame bags. Jeff Hagedorn Warragul, VIC Australia -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Mixte frame design question
I will say, as the owner of a double tube mixte custom from Royal H (the lovelybike frame that was stolen but I got back!). The bike is unusually flexible at high speeds going downhill. There is quite a bit of flex in the frame generally. I will test it out with lowered panniers in the next month and let me know of the results. My frame is simply pristine -- but I had always been a roadie -- so for me the difference was significant. I think that makes the mixte frame not the best choice for rando events or touring -- it does make a good commuter and is good for long rides though. My thoughts. On Jan 9, 2014, at 6:44 AM, Matthew J matthewj...@gmail.com wrote: I meant to say that I prefer the looks of the double lateral tube style of step through bike than the single diagatube style. :) SOMA Buena Vista is a nice double lateral tube design. http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8348/8261188891_959b6b76ea_o.jpg The double tubes look nice and from the right builder can be a decent bike. A lot of those double tubes are very flexible though and not in the planing sort of way. Riv (and others) single tube down tends to make a stronger bike. On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 7:04:20 PM UTC-6, Tim Gavin wrote: I didn't mean to start a pedantic discussion around the term mixte: (but thanks for the background info, Jan and co.) Though I used it with what seems to be a widely held distinction (at least in US). I meant to say that I prefer the looks of the double lateral tube style of step through bike than the single diagatube style. :) SOMA Buena Vista is a nice double lateral tube design. http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8348/8261188891_959b6b76ea_o.jpg On Wed, Jan 8, 2014 at 6:48 PM, Jan Heine hei...@earthlink.net wrote: Interestingly, mixte seems to have a clear definition more in the U.S. than in France. Of the great constructeurs, I've only seen the term mixte used in the Goéland catalogue. Most speak of vélo dame or similar terms. Regarding the frame design, the twin-diagonal-tubed mixte was invented by A. Sixt in the 1930s, as a more triangulated design that was intended to make the frame stiffer than the traditional women's frames with a deeply dropped or even curved diagonal tube. He also used twin diagonal tubes to stiffen tandem frames. Around 1938, the great constructeur Reyhand developed a more sophisticated frame design, with a dropped single top tube and two extra seatstays. In profile, it looks similar to the twin-diagonal-tubed frame. To stiffen the connection at the center of the frame, the extra stays extend beyond the seat tube and attach to the diagonal tube as well. André Reiss, the maker of Reynand, patented this design, as well as a tandem frame with two sets of diagonal reinforcement stays (one set from the head tube to the rear BB, the other from the front seat lug to the rear dropouts). After Reiss died in World War II, the designs were widely copied. You can see examples of these designs in the Bicycle Quarterly Image Archive at http://www.bikequarterly.com/color_photo_supplement.html The twin-diagonal-tubed mixte was much easier to make, and thus remained popular among mass producers. I don't think Sheldon Brown was even aware of the second Reyhand type when he coined his definition of mixte, but he was thinking of women's frames with either a dropped top tube with no extra rear stays (which puts bending loads on the seat tube and thus offends engineers) or the twin-diagonal-tubed mixte. More recently, Rivendell inspired its mixtes on the Reyhand type, but without extending the extra stays beyond the seat tube. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.com/ -- 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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to
Re: [RBW] Gorgeous Autumn
Wow! Beautiful! On Oct 27, 2013, at 12:33 PM, Curtis McKenzie cmcy...@gmail.com wrote: Stunning beauty. Nature will never cease to astound me. Ride Safe, Curtis Seeking the stones that make up the pavement of less traveled roads On Sunday, October 27, 2013, Matthew J wrote: Lovely! On Sunday, October 27, 2013 8:50:40 AM UTC-5, Takashi wrote: Hi all, Trees are becoming very colorful here, so I thought I'd share it: http://www.flickr.com/photos/77318553@N08/10511863834/ I came home from work by noon on Friday, so I had 2.5 days of weekend. I thought about camping, but typhoon was approaching near here on Saturday. (Actually, typhoon was gone and weather got fine by Saturday noon.) So I figured that I'd just go half-day ramble 3 times. I rode my Moulton on Friday, Bike Friday on Saturday (confusing), and Hunqapillar on Sunday. A set of photos to prove that I had wonderful 2.5-day-weekend: http://www.flickr.com/photos/77318553@N08/sets/72157636969829694/ Takashi -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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.
Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura
All, Thanks for your comments - thanks for the thoughts - - I'm on a road trip to Seattle for work/fun. Taking my bromptom. I must agree with all commenters -- the correct thing to do would have call the Police -- which I did do -- three times. I also asked them to send a parol car. I've never heard from them yet -- even my case officer. The second owner cannot own title to the stolen bike. I know this but was prompted by my SO to get the bike back. I wouldn't recommend meeting with third parties to others. She saw my offer on craigslist for reward after buying it at a good price at the swap meet from a sketch fellow. Also, wheels and seat couldn't be removed -- I have unusual metric bolt on them. and the seat post/stem is a little damaged from the thieves trying to pry it off. That maybe why it came back plus I have had serious talks (no kidding) with the pawn shops in the area and the law of bailment and licensure. I also know the local bike shops pretty well. Agree whole-heartedly with the idea of community support. When I see a stolen bike in the area -- especially Rivs -- it kills me. Another note is my insurance company still wishes to pay the claim if I donate the bike -- they are worried about liability and frame damage. Trying to decide. It's a good place to be. Thanks for all the commenters. If you are down in Ventura give me an email. I'd love to meet up and ride. I missed the Ocean Air Cycles ride a few months back. I'm on my way to Portland today. Warm regards, Pam On Aug 16, 2013, at 7:05 PM, Cecily Walker cecily.wal...@gmail.com wrote: I'm so happy to hear you got the bike back! On Wednesday, August 14, 2013 8:52:21 PM UTC-7, Pammie wrote: Thanks to all the emails; mixte recovered (someone bought the bike at the swap meet following fair (it was carnies!). She paid 400.00 (allegedly); we tried to call police for advice. Went against my own counsel met with her (she sounded legit). Once meeting her she definitely saw the bike after buying it on social media. We paid her 500.00 -- she did want the 400.00 back (that was the sketchy part). I really struggled with this. I had a new bike all planned out. But this frame was completely unique. Insurance claim processed 5100.00 but not paid (would have paid out tomorrow night prob.). So, got bike back minus the bags and tools -- and notified insurance company to all stop. I found this to be a real dilemma. But, thanks everyone for the good thoughts. Social media really works out. Not sure I did the right thing - it could have been dangerous to meet - my significant other went with me and thought time was of the essence. Comments very welcome to discuss. On Aug 13, 2013, at 3:13 PM, hsmitham hughs...@gmail.com wrote: Pammie, I too remember seeing this bike on the blog. I am so sorry you have to go through this. I hope either you recover the bike in good condition or can have another one built. Best, ~Hugh On Tuesday, August 6, 2013 4:03:58 PM UTC-7, Pammie wrote: Hi all, I love reading this forum and have a similar type of hand built bike - a Royal H Mixte with custom Peter White Son Dynamo wheelset. . . . It was stolen out of the garage this week while I was in DC. My partner thinks it could be that left the garage door open for just a few hours before going to bed one evening but it would not have been long. When I arrived home, I immediately saw it gone. . . If anyone come across it please let me know -- Ventura Police Department has also been notified, and I have notified all the bike shops! It's really one of a kind. . . I'm sick about it. I bought the frame from bike blogger Lovely Bike a year ago and have used it for rides of 30+ miles. We have kept it in the house off and on -- but live in a very safe neighborhood. I've never had a bike stolen as an adult.I also have a new Acorn bag on the front. S The police believe it is carnies -- we have a park and ride about 4 blocks from the house and the fair is in town and we are, apparently, in the middle of a crime spree. I do have insurance but I am still heartbroken. My build (although I have cream delta cruisers on it now): http://www.flickr.com/photos/76332248@N06/9452690851/ Here the frame on the builder site: http://royalhcycles.com/lovelybike-mixte/ Warm regards, Pam (805) 856-8370 -- 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. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners
Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura
Thanks! I am considering a Sweetpea bike (Little Black Dress modified slightly for touring) after Natalie Ramsland returns from Maternity Leave. I've talked to Bryan Hollingsworth at Royal H and he is willing to make another suitable frame as well. I still amazed that this bike was taken -- I really thought the two full suspension bikes would have been taken first. All other bikes (5) (including a Raw Lacquer Brompton) were left. I still prefer to outfit my bikes with Riv accessories and need to go and test-drive some Rivs (I've ridden the Betty). On Aug 13, 2013, at 3:13 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Pammie, I too remember seeing this bike on the blog. I am so sorry you have to go through this. I hope either you recover the bike in good condition or can have another one built. Best, ~Hugh On Tuesday, August 6, 2013 4:03:58 PM UTC-7, Pammie wrote: Hi all, I love reading this forum and have a similar type of hand built bike - a Royal H Mixte with custom Peter White Son Dynamo wheelset. . . . It was stolen out of the garage this week while I was in DC. My partner thinks it could be that left the garage door open for just a few hours before going to bed one evening but it would not have been long. When I arrived home, I immediately saw it gone. . . If anyone come across it please let me know -- Ventura Police Department has also been notified, and I have notified all the bike shops! It's really one of a kind. . . I'm sick about it. I bought the frame from bike blogger Lovely Bike a year ago and have used it for rides of 30+ miles. We have kept it in the house off and on -- but live in a very safe neighborhood. I've never had a bike stolen as an adult.I also have a new Acorn bag on the front. S The police believe it is carnies -- we have a park and ride about 4 blocks from the house and the fair is in town and we are, apparently, in the middle of a crime spree. I do have insurance but I am still heartbroken. My build (although I have cream delta cruisers on it now): http://www.flickr.com/photos/76332248@N06/9452690851/ Here the frame on the builder site: http://royalhcycles.com/lovelybike-mixte/ Warm regards, Pam (805) 856-8370 -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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.
Re: [RBW] Stolen SimpleOne (Sacramento)
What a gorgeous bike -- I'll keep a look for it down here in Ventura! I'm still looking for Manny's from last year. . . I've had a serious talk with our pawn shops and have rewards offered for high end bikes (to encourage return of stolen bikes). On Aug 13, 2013, at 1:30 PM, David davidboydle...@gmail.com wrote: These recovery attempts are a long-shot, but I have to try. My SimpleOne was stolen a couple weeks ago. Police report filed within 24 hours. No luck yet. Thanks for your time. http://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/3999794563.html -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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.
Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura
Thanks All! Well, the good news is USAA (my insurance) will pay for replacement cost - I've never made a claim before -- so I'm thrilled about that. . . It does make the pain a bit less. I still think it's so unique (like many of the Rivs) that it seems impossible it won't turn up! On Aug 11, 2013, at 9:12 PM, DianeB chapstick2...@gmail.com wrote: Pammie, I'm so sorry to read that that beautiful mixte has been stolen from you. I hope it's found soon. On Friday, August 9, 2013 9:20:38 AM UTC-6, Pammie wrote: And, I believe this was bike was talked about before on the blog -- if you know anyone in Socal -- please forward. . . . I am heartbroken -- I bought the frame from Lovely Bicycle (a popular blog) -- and Bryan Hollingsworth (the framebuilder) at Royal H says he had another bike stolen last week -- so careful with your babies!! On Tuesday, August 6, 2013 4:03:58 PM UTC-7, Pammie wrote: Hi all, I love reading this forum and have a similar type of hand built bike - a Royal H Mixte with custom Peter White Son Dynamo wheelset. . . . It was stolen out of the garage this week while I was in DC. My partner thinks it could be that left the garage door open for just a few hours before going to bed one evening but it would not have been long. When I arrived home, I immediately saw it gone. . . If anyone come across it please let me know -- Ventura Police Department has also been notified, and I have notified all the bike shops! It's really one of a kind. . . I'm sick about it. I bought the frame from bike blogger Lovely Bike a year ago and have used it for rides of 30+ miles. We have kept it in the house off and on -- but live in a very safe neighborhood. I've never had a bike stolen as an adult.I also have a new Acorn bag on the front. S The police believe it is carnies -- we have a park and ride about 4 blocks from the house and the fair is in town and we are, apparently, in the middle of a crime spree. I do have insurance but I am still heartbroken. My build (although I have cream delta cruisers on it now): http://www.flickr.com/photos/76332248@N06/9452690851/ Here the frame on the builder site: http://royalhcycles.com/lovelybike-mixte/ Warm regards, Pam (805) 856-8370 -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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.
Re: [RBW] Latest BLUG post (2/28)
I'm fenders in LA as well! Pam On Mar 3, 2013, at 5:45 AM, cyclotourist wrote: Fenders in LA, too. http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/3528587158/ On Sun, Mar 3, 2013 at 7:33 AM, Matthew J matthewj...@gmail.com wrote: 700c 32 to about 38' Lower trail with poteur style rack, Paul center pull or mini-v brakes, single speed or 1x at most 6' Jitensha or similar bars, dyno hub with headlight. Unless I am in LA, fenders. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it. -Mark Twain -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Keeping your neck warm
Hey, if you all know any knitters - there are plenty of neck cowls out there that can be knit very very easily! Wool, alpaca, merino, silk, cashmere - sky's the limit! On Nov 30, 2012, at 6:57 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: There ya go! On Fri, Nov 30, 2012 at 7:39 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I hear there's a Scandinavian airbag helmet that'll keep your neck cozy pre-deployment On Friday, November 30, 2012 10:01:56 AM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: I've found that protecting my neck from drafts in cold weather saves me from many a sore throat. Unfortunately, some of my favorite jerseys -- notably the otherwise entirely excellent Wabi Woolens one -- have collars that are a wee bit low to do this. What do y'all use to keep your neck warm in situations where you don't want to add another garment with a higher collar? My fleece neck gaiters are too thick much above 40F; thin scarfs are awkward and look a bit twee. Is there anything that will fit snugly about the neck and be compact enough to fit *under* a jersey collar when it is fully zipped? Patrick Moore, about to go run some errands in ABQ, NM where it is currently 53* -- cold enough to need neck protection, sunny, and -- mirabile dictu! -- calm -- we've had wonderful weather for the last several weeks. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/xLAgNGo7XwwJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners- bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Homemade Accessories for Bikes
I too tried making a bag . . . I discuss it on my blog - I don't have a Riv Bike (but do have a handmade mixte frame). . . . Here is the link . . http://pammieandtheps.blogspot.com/2012/10/attempt-at-bike-saddlebag.html By they way, I've since changed to bar end shifters and a different brake handlebar set (guidonnet). . . Bags are much harder than they look, by the way:) On Nov 27, 2012, at 11:57 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: The little basket-mounted pouches are a cool idea. I've been thinking of making the same sort of thing but a little larger for the box on my Bakfiets. It's funny... the Bakfiets has got a cargo box big enough for an adult or 4 small children to ride in but I'm often at a loss for a good place to put small items like a camera or sunglasses. As far as stuff that's actually gone beyond an idea... The kid seat comes and goes but the leather mud flap is always on my Homer. The wife has an almost matching kid seat and mud flap on her Betty Foy I replaced the snaps on my Slickersack with turn buttons so it'd be easier to go on/off with stuff in the bag. This little deal gets the light out in front of my basket 'cause the beam from the handlebar mounted light was obscured when I had stuff in the basket I think my coolest homemade bike accessory is the double kid seat for my Big Dummy. I love my Homer and have great adventures on my Riv, but the good (and bad) times I have sharing the bike with my kids are the stuff I'll smile about on my deathbed. --Andy On Thursday, November 22, 2012 11:05:20 AM UTC-8, Tony Lockhart wrote: Hello all and Happy Thanksgiving! I just wanted to see if anyone else in the Riv community enjoys making accessories for their bikes. If this is the case, I'd love to see what innovative things you've made. In the meantime, I'll post some images of things that I've made. During the past 2 years, I have been trying to perfect the rando bag but ultimately have been displeased with its lack of sturdiness. I enjoy making them, using them for a while, then gifting them to other cycling friends--this is great because it constantly gives me the opportunity to make new bags. While rando bags look great, I have yet to make one as versatile as a Wald basket. And after many years of debate, I have decided to stick with my Wald. With that in mind, I missed the tool pockets typically found at the back of a rando bag. So, I recently decided to create a couple of pouches to hang on the back side of my basket. Both pouches are 2 inches deep, 4 inches wide, and 5 inches high. There is also an extra 3 inches of flap available if I try to over- stuff the pouches. It was relatively easy to construct these little bags because canvas is such a forgiving material to work with. I have plastic stiffeners inside the bags (very similar to the ones in Acorn bags) and velcro attachments to keep everything in place. While these dimensions may seem small, I have all of my tools in the left pouch (inner tube, patch kit, multi tool, a pair of CO2 cartridges, 3 tire levers, zip ties, and 4 Irish straps). The pouch on the right is used to keep my cell phone, garage clicker, and keys; there is quite a bit of space left for snacks, a saddle cover, and a bandana. I'd love to see the folks at Riv create some Sackville versions of these because they're extremely versatile. Have a look--I am attaching JPEG images to this post. Also, I'd love to see any other accessories people make for their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/VYlHz7nRTdMJ . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners- bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Group response - Stolen Rivendell Posted on Ebay
What a great group - Good luck getting the bike back!! I wouldn't want to own a bike with that history, for one. Bad karma. My other thought is that if the seller is an actual business - you could bring a suit for conversion or other torts. . . BTW, I'm still looking for Manny's bike to show up here in Ventura and/ or Los Angeles. . . .I know he's North but you never know . . . All my family's early bikes (1978 Raleigh, 1980 Mongoose, 1987 Raleigh, and 1988 Ross) were lost due to theft. . .so I'm sensitive to this topic. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: How long did your Brooks saddle take to break in?
I bought a Brooks B17 (regular not women's) with titanium rails from a few years ago. Whew! I biked about 200 miles - still a rock. Before moving it to my Brompton - I soaked it in Lexol (per Sheldon Brown) knowing that I may destroy the longevity of the saddle - butter, pure button. It's since been absolutely no problems - when I loaned my bike to someone else - they still think it's a rock. But to me - butter. Interested in getting a women's version or maybe a B67 at some point too. On Mar 25, 2012, at 9:56 AM, charlie wrote: I had a Champion Flyer that broke in on a 50 mile ride. My black B17 took 500 miles and I have another B17 (Honey color) that still feels a little stiff after more than 500 miles (I lost count). I am currently riding a VO springer (similar to a Champion Flyer) on my geared bicycle and its stiff as a board. I think the new high mileage B17's with the undyed leather are better especially if you are over about 180 pounds. I don't remember ever breaking in my old B17 when I weighed 170 lbs., 30 years ago. On Mar 24, 3:07 pm, Bruce Herbitter bruce.herbit...@gmail.com wrote: Mine required 300 miles. A new B17 went on the repainted Road Std at the beginning of the year and today, it felt noticeably better. I rode a Metric, sans a chamois in the shorts and it was fine. I'll give it a go for a century next weekend. This is the first time I actually kept track of break in time. My Selle Anatomicas are basically break in free, although they do feel better after about 50 - 100 miles. Btw, the Road Std is a wonderful bike. They come up for sale from time to time and aren't super pricey. I guess they're not especially rare. Worth a look at. Kind of a racy Waterford front end mated to a relaxed seat tube and long chain stay Riv rear section. Reynolds 753 frame and 531 fork. It's a sweet ride. Bruce -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners- bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Grant, in (or soon to be) in print.
I too ordered the book on Kindle - although admittedly I'm just a lurker (I don't own a Riv - 7 other bikes though). . . I want a Riv Betty Foy (one of the new frames). . .but just bought a Brompton (dare I say it - I travel 19 weeks a year) and am in a bike buying freeze right now. Once we go to Daylight Saving Time, I might be able to justify it as a commuter;) The book sounds very interesting and Grant-like - and I'm all for supporting bike authors:) On Feb 22, 2012, at 6:58 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Wed, 2012-02-22 at 06:41 -0800, Ginz wrote: Guess I'm switching to V8 in my water bottle! Bleecchhh!. That's pretty nasty, for sure. However, V8 has some great advantages: it's loaded with electrolytes, seems to work wonders for me with leg cramps, and around here, at least, you can expect to find it in every country store no matter how remote. You'll find it in places where Dr. Pepper is the closest thing to a sports drink and Red Man passes for a snack food. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners- bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] New Bombadil and AHH
Great job - Absolutely gorgeous! Congratulations - you are inspiring me! Pam On Feb 19, 2012, at 2:49 AM, Tom Harrop wrote: Hi RBW, I've finally put the finishing touches together, so here's a link to a few photos of my 68 cm Bombadil. Scroll through to see some photos of Cat's 54 cm Homer. You'll also find a couple of traditional GGRBWOB full-frame, drive-side shots for your enjoyment! The Bombadil is great. So far it's only really been used for commuting, although we plan to tour on these bikes. Such a nice ride, it feels stable but not in the least bit slow. I weigh 100–110 Kg, and the most I've loaded it up with would be about 12 Kg (some in basket, some in SaddleSack) so far, and there wasn't the slightest problem.There was no difference in handling that I could detect. I can't wait to put some more Kms on it! I'd like to thank the list members whose bikes have inspired these builds. In particular, the photos and descriptions of Amit's, Kelly's, René's and a couple of other Bombadils on Flickr whose parentage I'm not certain of have been most helpful. Cheers! Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/gWPYRTCo8vIJ . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners- bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
