Re: [RBW] Lael Wilcox

So glad some of you had the chance and took the time to ride with Lael during this event. I look forward to what I hope is an upcoming consolidated podcast and/or book on the ride. Inspirational. TedOn Sep 12, 2024, at 9:37 PM, WilletM wrote:Quite a few years ago, I was lucky enough to meet Lael

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 Photos

Ted,Great shot, and thanks for the story. It would be a blast to ride into Chicago with what I hope is a big group following Lael. Has anyone heard of any estimates as to when this finish might be? TedOn Aug 28, 2024, at 12:41 AM, Ted Durant wrote:I brought Great Lakes Sam to the West Coast, beca

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 Photos

Fabulous. Now this is beginning to look more and more like a photo contest. TedOn Jul 10, 2024, at 9:48 PM, Keith Paugh wrote:Looks like a beautiful spot Andy!Here’s one from the Baylands yesterday:Keith PaughPalo Alto, CAOn Jul 10, 2024, at 6:35 PM, Andrew Scherer wrote:New Homer build on it's

[RBW] Chicago-area Riv riders - North Shore Century

If up for a casual (or not) ride from Evanston to parts north (25, 50, metric Century, 100 miles to WI and back), this is a nice way to begin winding down summer. This year's ride is Sept 15. I'll be out on my Platypus. Hope to see you. North Shore Century

Re: [RBW] Riv Ride: Lakeshore Trail, Chicago, June 29

I’m already scheduled for another ride. If the day shifts, I’d be happy to join. TedOn Jun 25, 2024, at 11:07 AM, Leah Peterson wrote:It is! Can you make it?Sent from my iPhoneOn Jun 25, 2024, at 11:18 AM, Laing Conley wrote:I am heading north that weekend, I guess I can leave a couple of days

[RBW] Re: A PSA From Gordon Ramsay

Notes from personal experience. Your experience and views may be different. Lived for 3 years in the southern Netherlands, and it's wonderful place to cycle both for transit and for exercise. When cycling for transportation (shopping, going out to dinner, etc.), yes, it is common to see people

[RBW] Now officially a member

Picked up my Platypus today at Mack's Bike and Goods here in Evanston, IL. Rode my old bike there, and left it at the shop (maybe forever?). Put 30 miles on the tires, and almost 2 hours of smiles on my face. Team at Riv (James in this instance) were supportive in the shopping phase. All good

Re: [RBW] Re: Carrying groceries on your bike

I’ve been very happy with my Burly Nomad , and generally leave the hitch mounted on the bike most of the time. I’m not certain why trailers are not used by more people. I find it safer and easier to manage loads. Takes up a bit more space where ever you may be

Re: [RBW] Re: Cycling shoes for wide feet?

I ordered a batch from Competitive Cyclist. Shipped all but 1 back. Easier than ordering/returning and repeating, but it was an interesting credit card bill. TedOn Aug 21, 2023, at 11:18 AM, 'Kurt Henry' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote:Ted, maybe I should reconsider Sidis?  I had a pair 15+ years ago

[RBW] Re: Cycling shoes for wide feet?

I started with the Lakes, which are very good. But after some trial and error (and a spat of ordering 7 different shoes shipped to home and returning 6), I’ve settled on the Sidi’s. Not the classic leather look by any stretch, but wider than the widest Lake’s by my feet and feel. Pluses for La

[RBW] Re: New look for rivbike.com and new News blog

nice work harder than it appears. many of the internal links are broken, and wind up on the home page. it’s not a great experience, and Google doesn’t love it. fixing all the links in transferred content is a pain, but at a minimum have a good 404 page. better to tell the user you know they w

[RBW] Re: Best saddle for very upright posture?

Jesse, For complicated reasons, I have an extra saddle (unused, still in original package/bag) which might be what you are looking for. It's yours for shipping if you'd like to check it out. https://www.cyclestoussaint.com/collections/accessories/products/la-cite-leather-saddle If it works f

Re: [RBW] Re: 2020 miles in 2020

Leah, Thank you for sharing. A difficult year for many, a particularly challenging one for you. Great to see you found a source of strength and ability to cope. Keep riding. On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 10:19:24 AM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote: > Leah, > That is so sad that the bike he ordered d