[RBW] Re: Surprise New Bike Day: My MOM

2019-04-19 Thread REC (Roberta)
On Friday, April 19, 2019 at 10:46:08 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > > Happy New Bike Day, Mom! > > Fabulous story and can FEEL your Mom's excitement with her forthcoming Birdie through your writing skills. You say that she doesn't ride much, but I bet she'll ride more on a qua

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2000 58cm Atlantis $675 complete bike

2019-04-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
The owner let me know it would be too tall for me (I gave him my maximum S.O. and PBH). Last night, I put the bike carrier on my car, hoping to drive up tonight to purchase it. Oh, well... He didn't comment about it being shipped, but there's no harm in you (the group "you") asking him (I'm

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2000 58cm Atlantis $675 complete bike

2019-04-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
I live within 3 hours driving distance, so I didn't ask him about shipping. I just sent him another note telling him I posted his bike here, asking if he would ship if needed. When I hear back, I'll post his answer. In the meantime, I suggest you contact him directly so no one here loses out.

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2000 58cm Atlantis $675 complete bike

2019-04-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
> > > On Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 8:41:15 PM UTC-5, REC (Roberta) wrote: >> >> I think this is too tall for me (83pbh). >> >> >> https://longisland.craigslist.org/bik/d/southold-rivendell-atlantis/6868007521.html >> > -- You received this message b

Re: [RBW] Re: I got a MIT Atlantis

2019-04-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
Joe, It's a great looking and great bike. I'm surprised how much I like the black fenders--very understated. One of the first bikes I tested was James's MUSA Atlantis and just LOVED it. It was the bike to convince me to buy a Rivendell. Enjoy for years! And, should you ever want to get

[RBW] PSA: 2000 58cm Atlantis $675 complete bike

2019-04-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
I think this is too tall for me (83pbh). https://longisland.craigslist.org/bik/d/southold-rivendell-atlantis/6868007521.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, s

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day! 50cm MIT Atlantis

2019-04-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
It is an awesome bike. My first ride on an Atlantis convinced me that a Rivendell bike was in my future. I ended up with a Joe Appaloosa (less expensive two years ago), which is nowadays, nearly the same bike. You're right, it rides amazingly and I don't notice the bike weight either when ri

[RBW] Re: new bike week

2019-04-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
Congratulations and happy touring! It's amazing how well this bike rides. Roberta On Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 6:12:40 PM UTC-4, jandrews wrote: > > This Appaloosa is finally essentially done and rolling. > I received the frame new from Rivelo last month. I believe it's the last > new 55 silv

[RBW] Re: FT: My 54.5cm MIT AHH for your 54cm AHH or Saluki

2019-04-09 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Phil. I talked myself out of an MIT AHH, which I was considering (drooling over, actually) for several weeks as a bike for a second location. I am still curious though... Have you ridden a Joe Appaloosa or Atlantis? I have an Appaloosa and I was wondering how different or similar the AH

[RBW] Re: Pretend New Bike Day: The Stolen Clem

2019-04-03 Thread REC (Roberta)
I got to ride that very bike when I visited Leah last month. It it rode beautifully and looks great now (although I thought it looked quite nice then.) The blue is deep and rich. I think now the only "problem " you'll have is when the son with the little Clem out grows it, and wants to ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Bikelessness

2019-04-03 Thread REC (Roberta)
Excellent! Before you know it, you might have lots of Riv friends to ride around with. :) Remember, Clem H's won't be restocked, so if he's serious, he should look at their website before it's too late. Roberta On Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at 2:42:49 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:

[RBW] Re: What is maximum stem height on Joe Appaloosa 51cm?

2019-04-02 Thread REC (Roberta)
Thank you, Joe. You are very kind. I'll send you a note privately tomorrow. On Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 6:36:48 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Roberta, one thing to watch for: the minimum insertion line is designed > for not-tall steerers so can be a little deceiving. Rivs come with quite

[RBW] Re: What is maximum stem height on Joe Appaloosa 51cm?

2019-04-02 Thread REC (Roberta)
Thanks, Clayton and Ed! This is very helpful. Minimum insertion, like on seat posts. I'll bring it to my LBS this weekend, and in an effort to be more self supporting, I'll stay there to watch what they do. (I'm sure it's "easy," but I don't have a clue or tools). Roberta On Tuesday, April

[RBW] Re: What is maximum stem height on Joe Appaloosa 51cm?

2019-04-02 Thread REC (Roberta)
The pics... On Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 4:45:33 PM UTC-4, REC (Roberta) wrote: > > What is maximum stem height on Joe Appaloosa 51cm?I'd like my > handlebars up at least another inch. > > I've attached two pictures, because I don't know where to pr

[RBW] What is maximum stem height on Joe Appaloosa 51cm?

2019-04-02 Thread REC (Roberta)
What is maximum stem height on Joe Appaloosa 51cm?I'd like my handlebars up at least another inch. I've attached two pictures, because I don't know where to properly measure. Thanks, Roberta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-04-01 Thread REC (Roberta)
I'm still interested. Perhaps the summer will be better, because the kids will be out of school. Roberta, about 185 south, in Philadelphia On Monday, April 1, 2019 at 10:55:45 AM UTC-4, jandrews wrote: > Curious if there's been any movement on this. > Perhaps later in the season now? > > > > >

Re: [RBW] To Helmet or not

2019-03-31 Thread REC (Roberta)
I always wear my helmet. It might help if I get into an accident and I don't see any downsides...for me. If anyone is interested in the Wave helmet, I stopped by a Trek store yesterday and the salesperson told me all Trek and Bontrager accessories, including helmets, will be 20% off next week

[RBW] Re: Color coordinating bar tape on an Atlantis

2019-03-30 Thread REC (Roberta)
I got my Green Grip tape from James and Candace at Analog Cycles: https://www.analogcycles.com/product/green-grips-bar-tape/ On Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 6:09:25 PM UTC-4, Christopher Cote wrote: > > Thanks for the responses. I think all signs are pointing towards maroon > Newbaum's, or Greeng

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Eastern Cape, North Island, New Zealand

2019-03-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
Breathtaking! Thank you for sharing the photos. Roberta On Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at 5:57:07 AM UTC-4, John Rinker wrote: > New Zealand. Aotearoa. Sweet as! It is a place so breathtakingly beautiful > locals feel no need to complete similes. > > > Twenty-one days of riding the Bay of Plenty

Re: [RBW] Re: Bikelessness

2019-03-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
First, I typed this above: "Between you and me, we probably have about 1/2 of knowledge on the subject of bike mechanics. " but I meant to type this: "Between you and me, we probably have about 1/2 *hour* of knowledge on the subject of bike mechanics. " The pictures are lovely and I'm glad you

[RBW] Re: I got a MIT Atlantis

2019-03-27 Thread REC (Roberta)
Both unusual (the cockpit, now that I know what that group is called) and beautiful and the same time. I hope you love it for a long while. My first ride on James' $4500 MUSA Atlantis 2 1/2 years ago was what let me know that a Rivendell is for me. It's a great ride. Roberta On Wednesday,

[RBW] Re: Spring! And riding for fun! And 20th anniversary! And ...!

2019-03-27 Thread REC (Roberta)
The ride was a wonderful way to celebrate your birthday month. Happy birthday. Although not a big Beatles fan, I really enjoyed the your tube link. Thank you. Roberta On Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at 5:07:05 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > Beautiful high desert spring day, 73*, winds modest a

[RBW] Re: Stockholm/Amsterdam/Copenhagen recommendations/meet-ups?

2019-03-26 Thread REC (Roberta)
In Amsterdam, start your visit with a city tour on a canal boat. Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum were my favorites. Rembrandt's Night Watch is huge and wonderful to view. I recall going to an open market full of food, flowers and art. Enjoy your trip! On Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at 4:03:20 P

Re: [RBW] Re: Bikelessness

2019-03-25 Thread REC (Roberta)
kes are ready to be picked up!” > > Wow, such service! I’m so happy but for the fact that I will not get to > ride. I will get to drive for 30 minutes, retrieve my bikes and hopefully > make it back in time to get my Baby Bear and The Clem Rider. > > I’m off! I’ll be two bikes r

[RBW] Re: Bikelessness

2019-03-25 Thread REC (Roberta)
I know how to change a tire (on the front) but like you I take mine to the LBS to help support them in business the little I can. What's really a shame is that your ride your bike every day, and they know it. I'd bet those other bikes will get picked up within the next weekend or two and th

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Saddlesack XS Olive

2019-03-20 Thread REC (Roberta)
I think it's the one pint size, the ubiquitous size in the grocery stores, not the monstrous size in the super centers. On Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 6:14:52 PM UTC-4, John McBurney wrote: > > 👍 > > On Wed, Mar 20, 2019 at 6:12 PM DarinM > > wrote: > >> >> https://www.google.com/search?q=str

[RBW] Re: FS: Saddlesack XS Olive

2019-03-20 Thread REC (Roberta)
The top of a strawberry clamshell fits perfectly on the bottom and helps keep it from sagging. On Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 12:57:40 PM UTC-4, Carla Waugh wrote: > > I just sent the money. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

[RBW] PSA: 58 Quickbeam CL

2019-03-20 Thread REC (Roberta)
No affiliation. https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/bik/d/hyattsville-rivendell-quickbeam/6842106959.html "Original owner, lightly used, approximately 500 miles." Lots more info in the ad and lots of pictures. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Buy a Clem (from Rivendel) and get a $750 store credit(!)

2019-03-18 Thread REC (Roberta)
I rode Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!'s husband 's 52 Clem H two weeks ago. My pbh is 83. It fit fine with thick soled sneakers, but not too much extra room for lower pbh people. Rode nicely. Roberta On Monday, March 18, 2019 at 9:43:11 PM UTC-4, Chad wrote: > > Yeah, that’s what I was thinking...

Re: [RBW] Re: Two Bicycle Belles in NV—2nd Annual Visit

2019-03-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
I'm sure it's not going to come as a surprise to anyone that Leah is as nice, kind, and down-to-earth as she is in her letters! My plan is to work on riding hills here in mostly flat Philadelphia, although I do live near the infamous Manyunk Wall that's on a famous bike race route (don't ask

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne build

2019-03-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
It's a beautiful bike--a really nice color scheme. I LOVE that saddle. My comfort improved when I switched to a Flyer, a sprung saddle. Do you bounce much with that saddle, or does it just gently soak up the bumps in the road? Happy riding! Roberta On Sunday, March 17, 2019 at 12:02:27

[RBW] Re: Riv HHH tandem fundraiser 2.0, updated campaign!

2019-03-12 Thread REC (Roberta)
Thank, Alex. Not only does this help a charity, but also the company I (we) love. Two good causes in one. Roberta On Friday, January 25, 2019 at 7:11:27 PM UTC-5, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > Hi everyone! For those of you who donated to the last campaign, you've > alrea

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv Grab Sack

2019-03-02 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi. Andrew. I sent you another PM, about, basically, a new grey grid one. Hopefully it worked this time. If you don't get it, I will post the info here. Roberta On Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 5:03:54 AM UTC-8, Andrew Huston wrote: > > Email sent to Ryan. Roberta, I did not get a PM from you

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv Grab Sack

2019-03-02 Thread REC (Roberta)
PM sent for grey grid. On Friday, March 1, 2019 at 3:24:37 PM UTC-8, Andrew Huston wrote: > > Anyone have one of these sitting around collecting dust? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: My first Rivendell!

2019-02-22 Thread REC (Roberta)
The Rivendell ride is amazing, isn't it. I didn't believe so until I got on one. WOW is right! Congratulations and happy riding. Roberta On Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 5:32:20 PM UTC-5, OwenS wrote: > Well I've officially joined the club after purchasing Danny's (RDS member > here) Cl

[RBW] Re: Off Topic: Questions about MacBook Pro, external monitor, heat, and screen burn-in

2019-02-20 Thread REC (Roberta)
I don't know about macs, just PCs. I use my laptop PC similarly and had similar issues. Notes are from my head, not looking directly at my machine. I propped up the entire machine, at least an inch, on all four corners, on a hard surface, with nothing around it that would impede airflow. The

Re: [RBW] Re: Biking trip in CA?

2019-02-18 Thread REC (Roberta)
> > For some reason, I got Leah's full and exciting and happy report on my > phone, but I only see the partial one here. Leah--how lucky you can be if > J is willing to ride with you, albeit on an ebike. At least you'll be with > you sweetie. And, it sounds like it was such a great weekend f

[RBW] Re: How do you choose fenders--colors, materials, etc., whether to fender or not

2019-02-14 Thread REC (Roberta)
L-brackets or > darumas or direct connections? > Then we decide on material: plastic, aluminum, steel > Then color > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 2:14:06 PM UTC-8, REC (Roberta) wrote: >> >> I've seen a lot of posts ab

[RBW] Re: And now, the annual Betty Foy Valentine thread!

2019-02-14 Thread REC (Roberta)
This thread brings a smile to my face. Thanks for sharing your heart with us, and pictures of your your hearts, your two wheeled love, and your four legged love. Hope you enjoy tonight with your two legged loves-J, E, and L! On Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 11:40:44 PM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Din

[RBW] How do you choose fenders--colors, materials, etc., whether to fender or not

2019-02-13 Thread REC (Roberta)
I've seen a lot of posts about fenders recently, and I have lots of questions about them. I've never known about fenders until about two years ago when I learned about Rivendell, joined this board, and bought my SKS-fendered Joe A., my first bike with fenders. I don't ride in the rain, but I

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

2019-02-10 Thread REC (Roberta)
Your son and the bike look great together! I wanted to buy that bike because I loved the color so much (and it had the lift tube) but one of the guys at RBW talked me out of it because the size or geometry or something wasn't right for me. I hope your son loves riding it. Roberta On Sunday

Re: [RBW] Re: Well done Cheviot marketing

2019-01-29 Thread REC (Roberta)
I don't have a Cheviot (yet) but I've always been confused about the term "road bike." I ride my bike (a Joe A., for now, Chev next) exclusively on the road. Roberta On Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 12:59:21 AM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > I saw this for sale today and I couldn

[RBW] Re: Joe Appa vs. new Atlantis?

2019-01-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
Doug, I had a $1000 bike budget (more than the cost of all my adult bikes combined ) when I was looking for a new bike. Then I rode a (54cm?) made in US Atlantis. LOVED it, but too much money for me. However, I was now willing to increase my budget. I went back to the dealer six months lat

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-01-27 Thread REC (Roberta)
I'll do the ride in Minnewaska (I have family halfway between Philadelphia, where I live, and there). In fact, I'll do any RBW group ride within about 100 radius of philly. However, I don't camp, so will need lodging option or a one day trip. I'd love to meet more RBW members. Thanks for c

Re: [RBW] Re: Biking trip in CA?

2019-01-21 Thread REC (Roberta)
Imaging them having so much fun on this trip that they ask for all 3 day weekends to be biking/exploring ones in CA! I hope they gave you an early birthday present by going this weekend. On Thursday, January 17, 2019 at 1:06:18 AM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > O’Ryan of Michigan,

[RBW] WTB: Black Swix earmuffs, new or “I think I tried them once” condition.

2019-01-12 Thread REC (Roberta)
WTB: Black Swix earmuffs, new or “I think I tried them once” condition. Shipped to 19154. *http://www.akers-ski.com/product/67R91.html* Since these are no longer manufactured, I'd like another pair in black. I wear these whenever it’s below 6

[RBW] Re: The 3 Wise(?) Women and the Mountain

2018-12-24 Thread REC (Roberta)
What a fabulous way to spend the day--with your friends and on bikes. It's nice to hear that cars and people were NICE to you on bikes, instead of the rude stories that we usually hear. I think it's because they know you're such a good person. I'm sure the lights helped too! So festive. R

[RBW] Re: Has anyone heard from Kiley Demond?

2018-12-14 Thread REC (Roberta)
I've purchased small things (a bell, something else, I think) from her a few months ago, with great communications and no issues with receiving the merchandise. I hope she is OK. Roberta On Friday, December 14, 2018 at 2:57:36 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > Has anyone heard from Kiley De

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

2018-11-18 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Joe. I hope it's everything you expected, and hopefully more. Roberta On Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 12:49:50 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > No worries, I bought that baby! This is a Holy Grail Riv for me, I've > wanted one forever but it's never quite worked out. It worked out! > > O

Re: [RBW] A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

2018-11-07 Thread REC (Roberta)
Ethan and his bike look great together. LOVE the honey colored saddle and matching cork grips. It must have been pretty satisfying to him to do the final shellac. Classy bike for a classy kid! Awesome story about the boy biking to school with a broken, and now, fixed bike. The Benefactor

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo 2018 this weekend Oct 27 and 28

2018-10-26 Thread REC (Roberta)
orking both Saturday and Sunday. I'm trying > to get him to stay and hear the forum with Brian Chapman, Johnny Coast and > Peter Weigle on Sunday instead of driving back earlier. It's worth the > whole trip in my mind. > > Andy Cheatham > Pittsburgh > > On Frid

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo 2018 this weekend Oct 27 and 28

2018-10-26 Thread REC (Roberta)
n Saturday on Secrets to riding tandem almost 200,000 > miles. We bought our Co-Motion Periscope from them, and are big fans of > their evangelical fervor with a smile. > > Steve > > > On Friday, October 26, 2018 at 9:13:22 AM UTC-4, REC (Roberta) wrote: >> >>

[RBW] Philadelphia Bike Expo 2018 this weekend Oct 27 and 28

2018-10-26 Thread REC (Roberta)
https://phillybikeexpo.com/ Is anyone going? I'll be there Saturday, my first expo. There will be indoor bike parking if you'll be riding. Philadelphia is a big biking city (not like Oakland or SF though). Still, riding is dangerous. Just this morning a cyclist was hit by a car. Best place

Re: Re: [RBW] A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

2018-10-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
Ethan looks as excited as you, and I am so excited for him and your other son, who you said will also be getting a "new" bike. Your benefactor certainly has made many people, including me, smile this week because of his generosity. Looking forward to more pictures of the bike and him having

[RBW] Re: PURPLE RIV IN BICYCLE QUARTERLY

2018-10-13 Thread REC (Roberta)
Ana, Love your bike's color and the swoopy rear stay. Seeing your Instagram pics reminded me of the song that Johnny Cash sings, "I've Been Everywhere, Man." Are you the person who had her bike stolen, to be purchased by a fellow "RBW-er" from someone who wasn't obviously the owner, and t

[RBW] Re: A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

2018-10-10 Thread REC (Roberta)
In a world that is so hostile sometimes, it warms the soul of such generosity, and of Ethan's excitement! Roberta On Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at 10:59:54 AM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor: A True and Heartwarming Rivendell Tale > > If you are livin

[RBW] Re: Bike Shop Radio: A podcast by 718 Cyclery

2018-10-03 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Leah! Thanks for the information. I'm in the car a lot and downloaded and listed to episodes 1-4 all in the same day! For anyone who is interested in listening, I found the first part of episode 3--how Joe got into the business and how architecture relates to bikes (he is a registered a

[RBW] Re: Not so permanent Basket + Rack

2018-09-02 Thread REC (Roberta)
Ash, Do the springs hold the basket tightly to the rack? Do you ever feel that going over a big bump could dislodge it? Roberta On Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 12:48:30 PM UTC-4, Ash wrote: > > Public bikes makes a basket with clasp mechanism based on spring tension. > Pictures attached

[RBW] Re: Cycling into your golden years

2018-09-02 Thread REC (Roberta)
What a pleasant, heartwarming story!You'd never guess their ages from pictures or hearing them speak; they both seem so happy and contented. It's obvious that they are in good shape. Thanks for sharing! Roberta On Thursday, August 30, 2018 at 6:50:25 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! w

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Buffalo to Albany on the Erie Canal

2018-08-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
Thank you for your write up! I thoroughly enjoy reading your's (and everyone's) write-ups, along with your pics. It's even more motivating to me to do longer rides, especially since we both have Appaloosas. Roberta On Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 1:25:03 PM UTC-4, Tim Bantham wrote: > Hell

[RBW] Re: A four hour (over two days) ride on the Great Allegheny Passage

2018-08-13 Thread REC (Roberta)
I didn't take many pictures, but I certainly wanted to thank everyone on this board for sharing your stories. Because of the threat of heavy rains, and that the bike might be sitting in the bike carrier most of the week, I opted to take my old 90’s hybrid. Patrick Moore (thanks, Patrick), thro

[RBW] Re: Going out on the GAP Sunday and Monday

2018-08-09 Thread REC (Roberta)
te and very confusing > urban section. You can scan the Google satellite images and see all the > stacks of light green coated steel pipe everywhere. The GAP takes a hard > right after the railroad tracks, behind buildings and police station of the > main drag. > > I weave t

[RBW] Re: Ride Report - 600-mile tour on Joe Appaloosa

2018-07-30 Thread REC (Roberta)
Thanks for the write-up and pictures; it was a very enjoyable read and I'm glad that you had a wonderful time. I was on the GAP two weeks ago and understand about those mosquitoes! I'll be posting my mini ride later. Roberta On Monday, July 30, 2018 at 11:05:16 AM UTC-4, Brad Arnold wrote:

[RBW] Twofish pump holder on Appaloosa seat tube. Will it work?

2018-07-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
I have an older model Topeak Road Morph bike pump from Craigslist. The mount attaches to the seat tube with zip ties and I'm afraid it will scratch the bike, besides not looking as nice as it could. https://planetcyclery.com/topeakmountkitforroadmorphpump Do you think if I get two Twofish pum

[RBW] Re: UPDATE: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

2018-07-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
What a great fun way to spend the day (and vacation). It's tough riding in heat/humidity combo. And to have that beautiful waterfall at the end of your ride! I bet it felt much cooler standing in front of it, in the shade. I hope D is loving his new ride. Enjoy the rest of your vacation.

[RBW] Re: Banana Sax alternate mounting, matchy matchy

2018-06-26 Thread REC (Roberta)
Joe, I love that color green of your frame!You got this from James at Analogue, right? I got my Joe Appaloosa from him. Great guy. Did you have an XS saddle sack? Can you compare the size? Is the banana sack 25% bigger? 50%? Twice the size? That is, if you had/have a XS saddle sack.

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Bike Rack

2018-06-22 Thread REC (Roberta)
Congratulations on your new ride! You can take off the front wheel and then move your Saris Bones askew so that the bike is centered more on the car. In my car, I can also take the front wheel off, rear seat down, and put the bike in on a diagonal, with the handlebars turned 90 degrees. I bet

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

2018-06-14 Thread REC (Roberta)
I wonder if they will be bringing out more sizes with the Hilsen like they had when made overseas. I originally had gone to Gravel and Grind to buy a Sam, but ended up with a Joe A. I think it's because of the ride quality that I liked, but after riding the Sam again, I think it was because of

[RBW] Re: UPDATE: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

2018-06-13 Thread REC (Roberta)
This is great, and I expected he'd be hooked with superior ride. Sorry that he got his bike stolen, but I am happy he's liking the new bike. Now, the next question: Will Heather's new Riv be in the same grey color or will she opt for the dark green? :) You're a good sister and SIL. Roberta

[RBW] Re: New Atlantis! - First Riv

2018-06-12 Thread REC (Roberta)
Congratulations on your first Riv! As they say in Philadelphia, it's "Bee-u-tee-ful." The first Riv I ever rode (test ride only) was an Atlantis, which made me understand the "riv ride experience." It rode magically. I do I wish you many happy miles. Roberta (Joe A. owner) On Monday, Jun

[RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

2018-06-07 Thread REC (Roberta)
I think its awful that some people think it's OK to just take someone else's property! I think D has the most wonderful SIL in the world to help him get a great bike, which I'm sure he will love. I love the grilver color (so rich!). I'm sure he will love it! Please remember to post pics and

[RBW] Re: U locks and Pitlocks

2018-06-07 Thread REC (Roberta)
> > Hi, Leah. > I wouldn't have anything to do with a cable. I had my bike stolen 30 years ago from a high traffic area of sunbathers and pedestrians in the middle of the day with a heavy duty cable lock. I'm still skittish about locking my Joe A. in the city, but I'm OK with my locking pro

[RBW] Re: Frustrated by RBW lack of inventory

2018-04-27 Thread REC (Roberta)
I've placed smaller-than-anticipated orders with them when some of the items that I wanted were out of stock, so I could get the items that were in stock sent to me before they became out of stock. For small items, they only charge $4 for shipping, so I don't mind the multiple shipping costs.

Re: [RBW] What underseat bags work on sprung Brooks?

2018-03-26 Thread REC
I strap a smallish, inexpensive bag to the seat rails and keep my fix-it items in there. A Carradice Zipped Roll on the saddle bag loops would work (would also probably work strapped to the rails). Another option is to put a roll tool bag or a water bottle filled with tools in a water cage. I

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

2018-03-26 Thread REC
I had seen this mug on the website, but wouldn't have spent $30 for a mug for my self. A gift for a friend, no problem! However when I saw how nice it was, I sprung for a gift for my self and it sounds like I might have gotten the last one. I noticed something in the wording between the first

[RBW] Re: Super long chainstays and putting your bike buses/trains

2018-03-23 Thread REC
I'd be happy to ride to a bus depot this weekend, if no rain or snow, and take some measurements at how much addition tray space there is left. Let me know. Jonathan D. midway in the current Lower Price Atlantis tread https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/ww2KxKe9KPE says h

[RBW] Re: Super long chainstays and putting your bike buses/trains

2018-03-22 Thread REC
51cm. On Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 1:20:28 PM UTC-4, Eamon Nordquist wrote: > > Roberta, out of curiosity, what size Joe Appaloosa do you have? > > Eamon > > On Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 8:35:12 AM UTC-7, REC wrote: >> >> When I got my Joe Appaloosa, I rode i

[RBW] Re: Super long chainstays and putting your bike buses/trains

2018-03-22 Thread REC
When I got my Joe Appaloosa, I rode it to a bus depot and tested it out on the bus front bike carrier and it fit OK. ALMOST too long, but it did fit. Afterwards, I got fenders on the bike and retested and it was fine (I think I'm recalling that correctly), just that I needed to place the hold

[RBW] Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

2018-03-21 Thread REC
It IS missing! Perhaps like a lot of Riv’s items that “seem” expensive, it’s not until you see the quality that you get that “ah-ha” moment. Leah, mine is still winging its way to me across the country. I hope it gets here tomorrow. I’m glad you like yours. Roberta -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Sam and a thousand miles

2018-03-17 Thread REC
I think you and your Sam will have a lot of happy adventures. On Friday, March 16, 2018 at 5:36:13 PM UTC-4, Carla Waugh wrote: > > Sam turned over a thousand miles so I thought I would write a little. This > isn't my first Riv. I used to have a Bleriot a long time ago so Sam feels a > whole l

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa: My first Rivendell

2018-03-16 Thread REC
Glad you love your Joe Appaloosa, and hope you'll have many happy miles with it. It's such an awesome ride, isn't it? Roberta On Friday, March 16, 2018 at 3:02:35 PM UTC-4, Jonathan wrote: > Today marks 1000 miles on my Appaloosa that I bought last fall, so I > thought I'd make a post about

[RBW] San Francisco, Rivendell and new friends

2018-03-12 Thread REC
A few weeks ago many of you offered suggestions on what to do on my short trip to San Francisco. (Bikes everywhere I thought Philadelphia was a biking town. Not like it is in the Bay area.) It was way-too-short a trip and didn’t get in half of what I planned. Highlights were the Japa

Re: [RBW] How avoid sore throats from riding in cold weather?

2018-02-24 Thread REC
On my last couple of rides, I've been trying Deacon Patrick's suggestion of nose breathing. The issue I've run into is that my nose drips so much that I have to stop every couple of minutes to blow it. Which now gets me to wondering... would this perhaps help your post nasal drip, coming out t

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-22 Thread REC
I just bought 5 credits. I'll be visiting them next week, so I expect to use up all my credits and then some. Roberta On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:38:03 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal > supporters to purchase stor

[RBW] Re: I'll be at Riv and need some suggestions about the local area

2018-02-12 Thread REC
there is a map here to guide your own walk: > > https://www.presidio.gov/places-internal/Shared%20Documents/Goldsworthy-Brochure.pdf > > jim m > walnut creek, ca > > On Monday, February 12, 2018 at 5:14:58 PM UTC-8, REC wrote: >> >> If this is too off topic, I'm su

[RBW] I'll be at Riv and need some suggestions about the local area

2018-02-12 Thread REC
If this is too off topic, I'm sure the moderator will delete. I know a lot of you live in the area and would love your input. Since I'll be flying from PA to S. CA at the end of the month for business, I decided to stop in San Francisco to visit Rivendell. I'll be arriving on a Sunday about n

[RBW] Re: Gravel and Grind in Frederick MD is closing

2018-01-05 Thread REC
They are an awesome shop with super nice and knowledgeable employees. I went there four times from Dec 2016 to Aug 2017--to see what a Rivendell bikes was about, to buy a bike (ended up with Joe A.), to get accessories added to Joe, and once for a G&G sponsored ride, where I got to meet some

Re: [RBW] Found Upright riding worse than drops riding.

2017-12-11 Thread REC
Off list I had contacted Patrick about shoulder and neck pain on my non Riv bike asking for recommendations on what changes I could make on it. Saddle and handlebars are about the same height. His suggestion once he saw picture of the bike setup was to move the saddle back. I don't know the

[RBW] Re: Bartubes discontinued

2017-12-04 Thread REC
This was one the reasons I hesitated. The other being I'd wear out the Velcro. I was thinking of also getting the short leather straps, putting them thru the bag loops and then on the saddle loops. In the end, I purchased a Carradice roll bag in black to blend in with my black saddle and

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

2017-12-02 Thread REC
Let us know when it's a done deal, so we can congratulate both you and the lucky (smart) person who now will own a great bike. On Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 7:21:30 PM UTC-5, Andrew Huston wrote: > > Sale pending for all but Map bar/ESI grip, stem, 9 speed shifters on Paul > thumbies and lev

[RBW] Re: Fall Ride w/ Appaloosa plus random bike thoughts

2017-12-02 Thread REC
Hi Marc. Glad you're feeling better, physically. The scenery would help anyone's mental state. Just beautiful! I think we have nearly matching twin bikes. I like your descriptive "creamy." It's just as wonderful cruisin' as faster riding. I hope your sciatica stays away. Roberta On

[RBW] Re: Fall Ride w/ Appaloosa plus random bike thoughts

2017-12-02 Thread REC
Hi Marc. Glad you're feeling better, physically. The scenery would help make anyone's mental state. I think we have nearly matching twin bikes. I like your descriptive "creamy." It's just as wonderful cruisin' as fast riding. I hope your sciatica stays away. Roberta On Friday, Decemb

[RBW] Re: Clem Photos on Riv Website

2017-12-01 Thread REC
Doug, As much as I was rooting for you to get Andrew's Joe A, I'm so glad you got a Riv. I've had my Joe (my first Riv) for 7 months now (after 6 months of deliberation) and still am so surprised how good it rides; absolutely no regrets spending the money, because of the joy it has brought me.

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

2017-11-29 Thread REC
Being female, for my 83pbh, I bet I have shorter torso than most of the guys here. Even though my handlebars are quite swept back, I don't ride bolt upright, but have a little bit of a lean in. I'd think 84pbh would be just fine. If it's helpful, I did test ride a 50cm Sam and the Joe's size

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

2017-11-29 Thread REC
I LOVE my 51 cm Joe A. It rides like a dream without being sluggish. If anyone is seriously considering Andrew's bike but first wants to see it in its actual size, please PM me off list. Mine is the 2016 version. I'm Philadelphia. Roberta On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 6:39:16 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

2017-11-22 Thread REC
Could this help? https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-wire-guard-20189 -- 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...@goog

[RBW] Re: WTB: 55-56cm Riv

2017-11-13 Thread REC
Just curious. What is the standover height on that? Thanks. On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 11:55:41 AM UTC-5, Christopher Wiggins wrote: > I've got a 55 Orange Sam. Should I just ship it to you ;) > >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

[RBW] Re: Bicycle Belle Ding Ding

2017-11-08 Thread REC
I think it is a noble use of TBBITW--to give comfort to someone you love. ... I started using TBBITW as a dog stroller. Riding was too rough for his > back, so I’d just walk the bike - with him in his Wald - around the > neighborhood. The many uses of a rivbike. Probably not its noblest use, but

[RBW] Re: Thoughts/considerations for Clem as daily do-it-all bike?

2017-10-27 Thread REC
I think you're considering the right bike for your application, but I have to say that I don't own a Clem, but a Joe Appaloosa (my first Riv and I LOVE it), as that one fit my needs better. However, if needed a bike for what you describe, I would have bought a Clem L. If you're thinking Clem H

[RBW] Re: Foggy Recovery Ride to Aspen Colors

2017-09-24 Thread REC
Patrick, As long as you feel good enough to ride and to write, I will love reading your stories and "oohing" at your pictures. Thanks for sharing. Roberta On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 5:20:05 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > At the risk of overstaying my photo welcome... > http://thegrid

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