[RBW] Re: WTB: 54-56 Sam Hillborne (i think? my first riv!) but open to other Rivs

2024-07-01 Thread Valerie Yates
Sam is a great choice. Orange Sam especially. Please heed the warnings about anyone who contacts you off list with a bike they are purporting to sell. Best, Val in Boulder On Monday, July 1, 2024 at 6:58:34 PM UTC-6 jyos...@gmail.com wrote: > I have admired Rivendell bikes since I first saw a

[RBW] Re: Platypus S24O

2024-06-20 Thread Valerie Yates
Nicely done! Gorgeous pics. You are lucky to have such a lovely place nearby. Your approach is great for building interest and confidence. Hope you enjoy many more adventures with your son and share the pics here. On Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 5:16:24 AM UTC-6 ascpgh wrote: > Most excellent! >

[RBW] Re: NBD - Purple Appaloosa

2024-06-19 Thread Valerie Yates
I like drop bars, just not the Straggler. It was pretty and took 650b wheels but felt heavy and dull to me. Mine was small (51?). Might be better in larger sizes. Mine felt stiff and stout and had no glide. Your bike looks better and better. Curious to learn your opinion of those tires. They

[RBW] Re: NBD - Purple Appaloosa

2024-06-18 Thread Valerie Yates
Love this post and the gorgeous pictures. I too had a Surly Straggler for loaded touring prior to getting a first round of Appaloosa. The view and comfort from the Appa was huge upgrade. Sold the Surly immediately and never looked back. I felt Straggler was a very apt name for that sluggish fra

Re: [RBW] Re: 55 cm Platypus on Amtrak

2024-06-16 Thread Valerie Yates
Leah - Fantastic ride report. Your energy is so positive. Love all the details. While you were away, we found an exquisite drop-bar bike for you: Rich's Roadeo On Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 9:47:06 AM UTC-6 Scott Marriott wrote: > Sc

Re: [RBW] FS: 53cm Roadeo

2024-06-14 Thread Valerie Yates
y, June 14, 2024 at 3:30:47 PM UTC-6 Joe Bernard wrote: > The dropbar setup is already on the Albastache cockpit, too. She could > start there then switch to drops, easy! > > Joe "nudge nudge wink wink" Bernard > > On Friday, June 14, 2024 at 1:36:41 PM UTC-7 Valerie Yate

Re: [RBW] FS: 53cm Roadeo

2024-06-14 Thread Valerie Yates
With a different cockpit, I wonder if this would fill Leah's quest for a drop bar bike. My Roadeo rides like a dream. Per the website, the sizing of (PBH - 27) worked for me. The red anodizing is very striking. Very nice bike. On Friday, June 14, 2024 at 1:56:07 PM UTC-6 ttoshi wrote: > R

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day - Lugged Susie

2024-06-11 Thread Valerie Yates
I have both and consider them very different bikes. With the right tires, you can definitely ride your Appa on dirt and trails. It is my choice for loaded tours and scenic rides. The Susie has a very different feel to me. The tires can go much bigger and somehow its geometry makes me feel much

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-06-08 Thread Valerie Yates
My Clem H from the first/2016 batch that came complete had wheels with CLEM hubs. On Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:59:43 PM UTC-6 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: I have not seen before the word "CLEM" on the center of a stock wheel before. Kim Hetzel. On Sat, Jun 8, 2024, 12:20 PM Chris Halasz wro

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day: My Little Platy

2024-05-23 Thread Valerie Yates
Beautiful! That is a forever bike. I’m impressed by your creativity and attention to every detail. I am also curious for your impressions on the sizes once you’ve had time to compare. Val in Boulder, CO On Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 8:06:30 AM UTC-6 Tom Goodmann wrote: > So glad you posted thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendale Platypus Mermaid 55cm

2024-05-18 Thread Valerie Yates
row for it, if he doesn't show I will contact > you. > > On Sat, May 18, 2024 at 6:43 PM Valerie Yates wrote: > >> Hi Mary — I sent you a private message. I would love to buy this bike >> from you. >> >> Best, >> Val in Boulder CO >>

[RBW] Re: Rivendale Platypus Mermaid 55cm

2024-05-18 Thread Valerie Yates
Hi Mary — I sent you a private message. I would love to buy this bike from you. Best, Val in Boulder CO On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 3:04:03 PM UTC-6 mary.f...@gmail.com wrote: > $ 1,500. I am reducing the price of my Platypus to $1500 as I do not have > room for it anymore. It is a great bi

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks B68

2024-05-18 Thread Valerie Yates
Jeff — Since the original requester has opted out, I’d love to buy it, if it is still available. Will send a pm. On Friday, May 17, 2024 at 4:00:47 PM UTC-6 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote: > Perfect shape, rode around the block and it's not a good match. Basically > new. How about $135? > > On T

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos

2024-05-15 Thread Valerie Yates
Oops- replied in the same thread. i thought changing the subject line would make it into a new one. Guess it doesn't actually matter. On Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 8:07:38 AM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > Following up from a different thread re offshoot discussion of the San >

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos

2024-05-15 Thread Valerie Yates
or the third water bottle cage. It's > been rock solid and handy having the option for one more bottle. > > > On Tue, May 14, 2024 at 10:04 PM Valerie Yates wrote: > >> Interesting! I thought the color determined which fork it had. I also >> thought you were

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-14 Thread Valerie Yates
e elegant > fork. > > [image: PXL_20240421_165935710.jpg] > > On Tue, May 14, 2024 at 6:42 PM Valerie Yates wrote: > >> Gary -- I only saw the one, semi-sideways picture, which looks like it is >> in the other blue color, which I thought came with the straighter fork. But >> the

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

2024-05-14 Thread Valerie Yates
I love it! Gorgeous and functional. So amazing to ride in comfort - a criteria seriously underrated where I live. I prefer the freedom of flat pedals. Val in Boulder, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto 32F mini front rack

2024-05-14 Thread Valerie Yates
Both racks were sold. On Monday, May 13, 2024 at 1:25:46 PM UTC-6 Bones wrote: > Rack secured, thanks all! > > Bones > > On Monday, May 13, 2024 at 3:04:20 PM UTC-4 Bones wrote: > >> Thank you, Val. I just sent you a message. >> >> Bones >> >> On

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-12 Thread Valerie Yates
al > handful! 🤩 > > Join me, > Leah > > On Friday, May 10, 2024 at 6:50:30 PM UTC-4 Valerie Yates wrote: > >> Brent! So glad you are happy with the Bleriot. That bike is silky smooth. >> Entirely >> comparable to both my Roadeo and Soma San Marcos. Which is why I

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-11 Thread Valerie Yates
I did set it up with Albatross bars > for a more upright position. I don't ride in groups so can't say with > experience that the Roadini is suited for that endeavor. But, I would say > that it is without much reservation. > > [image: IMG_0998.JPEG] > Doug > > On

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-10 Thread Valerie Yates
oduction verison of the same bike, >>>> without the swoopy TT, currently at Riv: >>>> >>>> [image: IMG_6222] >>>> >>>> >>>> P. W. >>>> ~ >>>> (917) 514-2207 >>>> ~ >>

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-10 Thread Valerie Yates
se and ride quality, which I'm sure lands squarely in between > also! > > On Fri, May 10, 2024 at 12:15 PM Valerie Yates wrote: > > I've made an album with pics of my Roadeo, CHG, and Susie. Link to album >> <https://photos.app.goo.gl/8eFj66p3qGijaC7t5>. The al

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-10 Thread Valerie Yates
of > its purpose and ride quality, which I'm sure lands squarely in between > also! > > On Fri, May 10, 2024 at 12:15 PM Valerie Yates wrote: > >> I've made an album with pics of my Roadeo, CHG, and Susie. Link to album >> <https://photos.app.goo.gl/8

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-10 Thread Valerie Yates
ain to everyone for sharing your wisdom with me. >>>>> Keep it coming! >>>>> L >>>>> >>>>> On May 9, 2024, at 9:46 PM, P W wrote: >>>>> >>>>> You know, as soon as I hit send, I thought: “It’s a Riv, I bet the

[RBW] Re: FS: Droptube Rivendell Custom 54cm

2024-05-10 Thread Valerie Yates
00 for most of >>> the time I've owned it) it has a slight suspension-like ride which is >>> amazingly comfortable. >>> >>> Saddle height in pics is 69cm. I'll get more information and pics for >>> you soon. >>> >>> [image

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-09 Thread Valerie Yates
Also Philip - I have 700x50 tires on my Gallop, so it is not just for skinny tires. But all the rest fits with my impression. -- 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 i

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-09 Thread Valerie Yates
I will take some pictures tomorrow. Maybe seeing them next to each other will show how different they are. On Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:00:41 PM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > I agree with Philip. > > The tube size, frame geometry, length, wheel size - they are very > different bi

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-09 Thread Valerie Yates
lubby bike Riv was advocating. > > I am so appreciative of your and everyone’s input. I have lots to learn > and it is FUN. > L > > On May 9, 2024, at 8:24 PM, Valerie Yates wrote: > > If I wanted a drop bar bike to fit in with my club/fast friends, I would > pick Roadin

[RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-09 Thread Valerie Yates
2024 at 06:15:15 UTC-7 sarahlik...@gmail.com wrote: >> >>> I just built a lovely Homer that fills that riding gap, but I do plan to >>> watch other people build theirs LEAH! >>> >>> On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:20:33 AM UTC-7 Valerie Yates wrote

[RBW] Re: FS: Droptube Rivendell Custom 54cm

2024-05-09 Thread Valerie Yates
Hi Joe! I am as surprised as everyone and also impressed how you are constantly assessing what works for you and where you want to be. I would love to see more pics, including the current drivetrain, the handlebar stem area, and the seatpost with height measurement without a bag on it. I love

[RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-08 Thread Valerie Yates
Sarah - thanks! Are you thinking of getting one? On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:30:15 AM UTC-6 sarahlik...@gmail.com wrote: > Thank you for this Valerie, your post made my morning! > > Sarah > > On Monday, May 6, 2024 at 1:30:11 PM UTC-7 Valerie Yates wrote: > >> Thanks

[RBW] Re: Snake-in-a-bike

2024-05-08 Thread Valerie Yates
Wow! Very vivid snake. Amazed it got in and out without injury. Awesome photos. On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 9:29:45 AM UTC-6 RichS wrote: > Good story Allan! Grant would appreciate this. He occasionally posts snake > pictures in his BLAHG. > > Best, > Rich in ATL > > On Wednesday, May 8, 2024

[RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-06 Thread Valerie Yates
ur Roadeo than > your Gallop? What makes the Roadini and the Gallop different, do you think? > > Thanks again for this thread! > Leah > > On Monday, May 6, 2024 at 2:13:15 PM UTC-4 Valerie Yates wrote: > >> Following up on Leah's questions in a new thread (and in a ne

[RBW] For Leah re my Gallop

2024-05-06 Thread Valerie Yates
Following up on Leah's questions in a new thread (and in a new order). On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 5:33:07 PM UTC-6 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: Valerie, I would love to hear every single thing you say about this bike. Do you have sweepy bars? Drop bars? Have you ridden it on a club ride? Do y

Re: [RBW] Re: Lugged Roadini and Charlie H Gallup

2024-05-06 Thread Valerie Yates
;> >> I don’t know why the lugged Roadini, either. Anyone know? >> Leah >> >> On May 5, 2024, at 7:00 PM, Valerie Yates wrote: >> >> I just finished tweaking the set up on my 2022 Gallop demo - purple with >> swoop tube, non-canti version. It rides like a

[RBW] Re: Lugged Roadini and Charlie H Gallup

2024-05-05 Thread Valerie Yates
I just finished tweaking the set up on my 2022 Gallop demo - purple with swoop tube, non-canti version. It rides like a dream. Super silky and nimble. One mistake I had made was to install a heavy duty pannier rack on it. It made the bike feel very noodley. I was tempted to sell it. I think tha

[RBW] Re: FS: 55cm Heron Touring frame, fork, headset

2024-05-04 Thread Valerie Yates
Beautiful color! I am not in the market but curious what the standover is for this frame. Or what PBH range it fits On Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 8:12:01 AM UTC-6 Igor wrote: > Help me make room for a Hillborne and/or Roaduno :D > > On Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:44:26 AM UTC-4 Igor wrote: > >> TT:

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-04-30 Thread Valerie Yates
51 Atlantis for $2k. Well-loved by owner who passed away. Being sold by the surviving spouse. No connection to seller. https://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/d/boulder-rivendell-atlantis-51cm/7742464449.html On Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 1:43:03 PM UTC-6 kiziria...@gmail.com wrote: > Nicely 52cm

[RBW] Re: FS 53 Susie Longbolts

2023-08-06 Thread Valerie Yates
I'm surprised this hasn't sold. I had been watching and waiting since they were announced for a medium to come up for sale used. I finally found one locally earlier this summer. Like my Gus, it is a wildly fun bike to ride. I am almost tempted to have multiple Susie's with different set-ups but

Re: [RBW] Ride report & Gus joy

2023-07-25 Thread Valerie Yates
Love the report and love my Gus. It is crazy good fun climbing and descending dirt fire roads. My handling on rough terrain is so much more confident than on any other bike. I don't understand it. It is a big, long, and heavy bike but it flies. On Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 7:56:01 AM UTC-6 rmr

[RBW] Re: Seat angle

2023-07-22 Thread Valerie Yates
J -- same here. It looks funny (especially in pictures) but is much more comfortable and stable feeling to have the nose pointed slightly upward. Not true of other saddles. On Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 10:36:53 AM UTC-6 J wrote: > I've also found that as a Brooks breaks in/softens up, I need

Re: [RBW] Legolas 54 FFHS - back on the market!

2023-07-22 Thread Valerie Yates
me. Legolas is one of my Holy Grail bikes. > > --Eric Norris > campyo...@me.com > Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy > YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > > On Jul 10, 2023, at 2:27 PM, Valerie Yates wrote: > > Hi all. The Legolas is still available. I'm happy to sell it either &g

[RBW] Re: ISO Roadini...or?

2023-07-21 Thread Valerie Yates
I am not in the market for a Roadini but I love reading all these stories and comparisons. Very fun topic. On Friday, July 21, 2023 at 11:46:37 AM UTC-6 JohnS wrote: > Hello Peter, > > Wow, an '81 Sequoia! Those are very rare since only about 700 were made by > hand. In '82 is when production

[RBW] Re: FS: Legolas 54 FFHS - back on the market!

2023-07-10 Thread Valerie Yates
19 PM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > Were you sad you missed out on the lightning fast sale of my beautiful, > yellow Legolas? Through no fault of its own, it is back on the market. The > buyer had a turn of events that made it the wrong time to be buying a bike > so I refunded h

[RBW] Re: To trade or sell or improve, my 50cm 1988 Bridgestone MB-1

2023-07-06 Thread Valerie Yates
I would sell a bike whose geometry (or any other aspect) annoys me because someone else may really love it. I finally got hold of a Susie and it feels different from the Clem H that I sold but may be less so compared to a Clem L. It is fun to speculate but not if it gets in the way of enjoying b

[RBW] FS: Legolas 54 FFHS - back on the market!

2023-06-29 Thread Valerie Yates
actually planning to race it. I'm copying my original message below with the details of sale. Let me know if you are interested. On Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 10:29:09 AM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: I am offering for sale one of the legendary Legolas: frame, fork, Chris King threadless he

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa Build Opinions

2023-06-29 Thread Valerie Yates
For me, when in doubt, try Albatross. Other bars can be hit or miss for me on different frames. The albatross never disappoints me. I just switched my Joe to from Chocomoose to albatross and they feel terrific - free and easy. I don’t see a benefit in using a really short stem to maintain dro

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Legolas 54 FFHS

2023-06-28 Thread Valerie Yates
; You could always bring him… (see attached video) > > > > On Wed, Jun 28, 2023 at 5:10 PM Valerie Yates wrote: > >> One more thing occurred to me. I've been spending huge amounts of time in >> my back patio with my sweet old dog, who is now 14, very arthritic, and &

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Legolas 54 FFHS

2023-06-28 Thread Valerie Yates
ideal time to evaluate my assorted bikes and think about which ones I am most looking forward to riding in the future. Has been clarifying. On Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 1:34:15 PM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > Good questions! > > I really love riding different bikes and I have acc

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Legolas 54 FFHS

2023-06-28 Thread Valerie Yates
Ram, the Roadeo, or the > Roadini: How does the Legolas feel in ease of maintaining speed, > acceleration, and both nimbleness and stability of handling, with > more-or-less similar builds? > > > > On Wed, Jun 28, 2023 at 11:10 AM Valerie Yates wrote: > >> SOLD! As

[RBW] Re: FS: Legolas 54 FFHS

2023-06-28 Thread Valerie Yates
SOLD! As fast as the bike! I am very happy that this fun and beautiful frame is going to someone so excited to own it. On Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 10:29:09 AM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > I am offering for sale one of the legendary Legolas: frame, fork, Chris > King threadless headse

[RBW] Re: Most Discreet Bell Placement

2023-06-28 Thread Valerie Yates
Lovely! Very discreet. I have a version of that bell sitting very indiscreetly on top of my stem. I am going to relocate as you have shown to see how it feels to ding from there. On Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 10:25:34 AM UTC-6 John Dewey wrote: > Here's nice image of most discreet placement o

[RBW] FS: Legolas 54 FFHS

2023-06-28 Thread Valerie Yates
I am offering for sale one of the legendary Legolas: frame, fork, Chris King threadless headset, and bottom bracket. Anyone interested likely already knows this bike was designed for cyclocross racing and thus is super lightweight, nimble, and fun. You also know that Riv is not taking custom or

[RBW] Re: FS: (2) 60cm Rivendell Platypus complete bikes

2023-06-27 Thread Valerie Yates
You have a ton of really nice parts on these bikes. From watching and participating in rehoming bikes (buying and selling), you might want to consider splitting it up and offering the components and extras separate from the frames. Lots of people have their own collections of spare parts they w

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H 52 FFHS+

2023-06-23 Thread Valerie Yates
John — thanks for these links. The added struts could make it work in my setup. . . On Friday, June 23, 2023 at 4:36:29 AM UTC-6 John Johnson wrote: > Hi Valerie, > > Derail away! > > Here's the link the the support struts on Carradice's site: > https://carradice.co.uk/shop/accessories/bagman

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H 52 FFHS+

2023-06-23 Thread Valerie Yates
-6 leva...@gmail.com wrote: > > Val, > > Sent you an email yesterday - just didn’t want to post everything > publicly. I’m certainly interested in the Clem H. > > Guy > On Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 3:31:39 PM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > >> After a change of h

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H 52 FFHS+

2023-06-22 Thread Valerie Yates
; - John > > On Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 6:14:40 PM UTC+2 Valerie Yates wrote: > >> Doug — That would be a sweet pair to have. There have been a few >> discussions re single-speeding the Clem H. Here’s one. >> <https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/C118VYNpn

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H 52 FFHS+

2023-06-22 Thread Valerie Yates
hat rare Clem H in pristine condition. > I wonder how this would ride as a single speed? > Doug > > On Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 9:38:34 PM UTC-4 Valerie Yates wrote: > >> I forgot to mention that this frame size has 650b wheels. It is currently >> shown with size 50-

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H 52 FFHS+

2023-06-21 Thread Valerie Yates
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 3:31:39 PM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > After a change of heart on selling my Rosco Bubbe, I am offering for sale > my low mileage, beautiful honey mustard 2016 Clem H 52 frame, fork, headset > & bottom bracket along with the following included extras: > Tektr

[RBW] Re: FS: Rosco Bubbe 51 Partial or Complete

2023-06-20 Thread Valerie Yates
t; I'm thinking the list will want to know how to size this (whether it's a > more Roadini or Appaloosa 51cm). Can you tell us the effective toptube? > > Holy moly that's a pretty bike! ❤️ > > Joe Bernard 🙋‍♂️ > > On Monday, June 19, 2023 at 11:42:43 AM UTC-

Re: [RBW] Anyone using an Appaloosa as a mostly-road bike?

2023-06-19 Thread Valerie Yates
I bought an Appaloosa when I was looking for a loaded touring bike for pavement and it has been stellar for that. Mine is a 51 with 650B wheels. I’ve climbed a bunch of passes on it with front and rear panniers, enjoying the awesome views. As it happens, my very first long ride on it was a stee

[RBW] Re: FYI on Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD repair stand

2023-06-18 Thread Valerie Yates
I have that same stand. I love it. It is so easy to get different bikes up where you want them to be. And is so easy to fold up and store. Yes, if you leave it set up, the footprint can be a tripping hazard. On Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 5:36:19 AM UTC-6 Thomas Blak wrote: > I picked up the Fe

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-06-13 Thread Valerie Yates
Re the Atlantis 53, did Riv sell a 650B version in that size or was it a conversion? I have one and it has 26” wheels. On Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 7:18:41 AM UTC-6 Hoch in ut wrote: > > Toyo Atlantis size 53. 650b with dynamo (F&R). This looks like a fantastic > deal. I have no relation to th

[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam 54 Orange

2023-06-08 Thread Valerie Yates
Sale is pending! That was fast. No time for me to have second thoughts about passing this one along. Has been a favorite. Val in Boulder CO On Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 5:23:13 PM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > I am offering for sale my orange Quickbeam 54 with the parts listed as > in

[RBW] Re: It's my custom

2022-09-19 Thread Valerie Yates
Looks great! Very functional and comfortable. Maybe you will keep this one a while? Re your WTB, I have a set of brown Brooks roll-up panniers that I purchased from someone in this group some years ago. I used them for groceries and other shopping. Handy because they could be discreetly rolled

[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam Orange 56 - $1250 plus shipping

2022-08-09 Thread Valerie Yates
Happy to report this bike has been sold to a listmember. I don't typically regret bike sales but it was a bit hard to part with this one. I hope the next owner enjoys many fun miles on it. On Friday, August 5, 2022 at 4:30:48 PM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > Laing -- close! It is

[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam Orange 56 - $1250 plus shipping

2022-08-05 Thread Valerie Yates
ghtly too large frame. I also have a QB 54 with drop bars. If this one doesn't sell, I may offer up that one instead. . . On Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:37:01 PM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > Have you always wanted a Quickbeam? This orange size 56 QB has great > components and is p

[RBW] FS: Quickbeam Orange 56 - $1250 plus shipping

2022-07-31 Thread Valerie Yates
Have you always wanted a Quickbeam? This orange size 56 QB has great components and is priced to sell. I purchased it used from a list member in 2016. I’ve ridden it lightly since then, mainly as a townie/errand bike with a small rack and front basket. As anyone who has ridden one will tell y

[RBW] Re: 56+ before 55!

2022-07-15 Thread Valerie Yates
Beautiful! Bike, route, shirt, and determination are all fabulous. Thanks for sharing your story. I admire your determination. Hope this is the year of fun rides and no hospitals. On Friday, July 15, 2022 at 7:41:05 PM UTC-6 Drew Saunders wrote: > For the past few years, I've tried to ride my

[RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Atlantis, metallic brown, Waterford built, loaded, $2950 plus packing and shipping

2022-07-15 Thread Valerie Yates
That is a very pretty bike! Love the color. Not my size and I also have more bikes than I need. On Friday, July 15, 2022 at 5:49:14 AM UTC-6 Jim S. wrote: > bump before the weekend. $2850 plus packing and shipping. I'm including > racks, dyno lights, saddle, etc. The frame is a great color, an

Re: [RBW] Bleriot 55 complete $1000 plus shipping

2022-07-15 Thread Valerie Yates
Update - the Bleriot is SOLD and will be on its way shortly to its new owner. I appreciate all of the inquiries. On Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 8:21:45 AM UTC-6 Valerie Yates wrote: > I am pleased to report that I’ve had a number of inquiries for the bike > and I am responding in order.

Re: [RBW] Bleriot 55 complete $1000 plus shipping

2022-07-07 Thread Valerie Yates
rote: > >> What a beautiful bike and a great deal. Just too far past the N+1 right >> now… >> >> David >> >> >> On Jul 6, 2022, at 7:35 PM, Valerie Yates wrote: >> >> Thanks for the enthusiasm! Someone looking for a versatile bike and fun &

[RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot 55 complete $1000 plus shipping

2022-07-06 Thread Valerie Yates
t; > On Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 6:09:10 PM UTC-5 Valerie Yates wrote: > >> I am interested in selling my size 55 Bleriot complete. It is a lovely >> bike to ride. I have the gearing set for steep dirt roads, at which it >> excels. It rides similar to a Soma San Marcos - v

[RBW] Re: WTB/ISO: Carradice or other Saddle Bag

2022-05-03 Thread Valerie Yates
se let me know! > > Thanks! > Jamin Orrall > > On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 8:18:58 AM UTC-7 Valerie Yates wrote: > >> I have a used Baggins bag, complete with original cardboard base and >> stick, that I would be happy to pass along to an enthusiast for $40. It >>

[RBW] Re: Hillibikes are so close!

2022-05-03 Thread Valerie Yates
Just to add to your excitement, I have a Gus demo purchased complete from Riv from the first round and I love it. In my garage, it looks so huge and stout that it can lead me to doubt its role in my life. But then I ride it and it is such a fun bike to ride. It is surprisingly comfortable and

[RBW] Re: WTB/ISO: Carradice or other Saddle Bag

2022-05-03 Thread Valerie Yates
I have a used Baggins bag, complete with original cardboard base and stick, that I would be happy to pass along to an enthusiast for $40. It might be too big for a kid’s bike. It looks like this one: https://www.sheldonbrown.com/interbike02/pages/riv-baggins-bag.html More info: https://www.roa

Re: [RBW] New Craigslist/others thread

2021-10-21 Thread Valerie Yates
Nice looking Cheviot 50cm complete in Boulder CO $3200. I have no connection to the seller and don’t know if he/she will ship. https://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/d/boulder-rivendell-50-cm-cheviot/7397322467.html Val in Boulder, CO On Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 10:10:05 AM UTC-6 jake...@gmai

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

2021-09-29 Thread Valerie Yates
The Denver Cheviot belongs to a friend of mine. it is a 60. She only rode it a few times. Says it was too big for her. Beautiful bike. On Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 1:59:56 PM UTC-6 Paul Choi wrote: > Great price for the Cheviot. Looks like a 55 to me. Wish I was local for > this one. >

[RBW] Re: FS: Berthoud post-mount rack/bag combo

2021-05-24 Thread Valerie Yates
Joe -- I'm interested. I sent you an email. Thanks. Val in Boulder CO On Monday, May 24, 2021 at 8:16:09 AM UTC-6 neal...@gmail.com wrote: > Interesting rack, never seen something like that. I couldn't wrap my head > around the setup so I looked it up. > Here's a link with pictures of how it a

[RBW] Re: Looking for Riv Readers

2021-04-30 Thread Valerie Yates
Hi. I have a mostly/nearly complete set I’d be happy to pass along for the price of postage. If you are still interested, send me your address and I can give details and pricing. They are fun reading! On Friday, April 23, 2021 at 7:50:00 PM UTC-6 Alberto Robador wrote: > Hi there: I'm looking

[RBW] Fatty Rumpkin tire opinions, experiences.

2020-06-21 Thread Valerie Yates
I loved them on my Sam Hillborne. They transitioned seamlessly from pavement, to dirt roads, to trails with patches of gravel and sand. I never had to think about them. They replaced rock ‘n roads, which sounded loud and felt grabby in the corners. I had the robust version and had no complaints

Re: [RBW] Recommendations for Riv-ish bike shop in Boulder?

2018-07-16 Thread Valerie Yates
Also, Full Cycle bikes has posted a bunch of popular routes here: https://www.fullcyclebikes.com/events/boulder-rides-pg78.htm -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Recommendations for Riv-ish bike shop in Boulder?

2018-07-16 Thread Valerie Yates
Vecchio’s is great. For riv-friendly service, I also really like Boulder BikeSmith, located in the plaza near KingSoopers. Every nearby cycling route from easy to mind-boggling is detailed in a small black and white paperback that you can get at Boulder Bookstore in the Colorado section. It is

[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

2018-02-11 Thread Valerie Yates
I didn't mean to delete my last message. It looked like it was posted twice and I wanted to delete the duplicate. I am going to try and repeat what I said and I'm sorry if that means that people who receive this by email get it twice. I love my Clem H for long, solo rides on uncertain road sur

[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

2018-02-11 Thread Valerie Yates
I love my Clem for long solo rides, especially when I don't know in advance what the road conditions will be. It feels really fun, secure, and comfortable, the gearing has good range for hills, and the views are amazing with the upright position. Mine has the Sackville BarSack, which is perfec

[RBW] Re: Frame lock installation - Clem

2018-01-19 Thread Valerie Yates
Yes, the stock tires would have been fine. I had switched to Continental Race King 650bx2.2 before installing the lock and they rubbed when I attempted to install the lock. I switched to Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 27.5 x 2.0 and those fit fine. FWIW these are great tires for adventure rides with

[RBW] Re: Frame lock installation - Clem

2018-01-19 Thread Valerie Yates
I was able to install it without filing away anything. It required shifting it up and down a bit to determine where best to make it fit. I also had to go down slightly in the tire size I was planning to use with this bike for the lock to be able to close around the wheel. It was well worth it. I

[RBW] Re: Anyone tried a Copenhagen wheel on their Rivbike??

2017-08-26 Thread Valerie Yates
Faster than orange?? Thanks to you and Bill G. for the kind words. I am a big fan of red and I like how it came together. I had just received notice that my wheel was finally going to be delivered when the Red Roscoes showed up on the Riv site. Seemed meant to be. I sent my wheel to Riv and they

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone tried a Copenhagen wheel on their Rivbike??

2017-08-26 Thread Valerie Yates
Wait -- no, it cannot. You can put it on the bike but then it will operate as a single speed. On Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 12:58:09 PM UTC-6, Valerie Yates wrote: > > Apparently it can: > > > https://www.superpedestrian.com/support/article/Can-the-Copenhagen-Wheel-be-used-wi

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone tried a Copenhagen wheel on their Rivbike??

2017-08-26 Thread Valerie Yates
Apparently it can: https://www.superpedestrian.com/support/article/Can-the-Copenhagen-Wheel-be-used-with-a-fixed-gear-bicycle On Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 12:04:49 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > > Can anyone say if it will, or absolutely will not, work with a fixed cog? > > > >> -- You r

[RBW] Re: Anyone tried a Copenhagen wheel on their Rivbike??

2017-08-26 Thread Valerie Yates
I have the Roscoe Bubbe with Copenhagen Wheel. I had ordered the wheel pre-launch and waited 3 years for it. In 2013, it was $700. The wheel is terrific. It works very intuitively. I haven't weighed the bike but I don't think you are saving weight with this approach. The wheel is extremely heav

Re: [RBW] Re: My Purple Glorious was Stolen

2017-06-28 Thread Valerie Yates
Amazing! Kudos to everyone who motivated to help you and to you for your positive attitude about the experience. I hope you are able to find a more secure location for your beautiful bike. Best, Val in Boulder CO On Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 3:07:23 PM UTC-6, Chalida wrote: > > A lot of fol

[RBW] Re: The Siren Call of Sapphire Shopsacks

2017-04-24 Thread Valerie Yates
I love the shopsacks. I don't use them as handbags but I definitely use them off the bike as often as I do on. I prefer the medium size for use on the bike. For me, that is mostly grocery shopping / farmer's market, the gym, etc. The medium fits perfectly in the medium Wald basket and the Wald

[RBW] Re: 54.5 (I think?) atlantis on ebay

2017-04-21 Thread Valerie Yates
Yes, the Pro's Closet generally sells on consignment and lowers prices over time when items don't sell. Sometimes, they will offer a fixed payment upfront for people for whom immediate cash is worth more than the additional increment they may obtain through the consignment auction process. Th

[RBW] Re: New bike--Joe Appaloosa

2017-04-17 Thread Valerie Yates
Roberta -- Your bike is gorgeous. Great choice. Love the bar tape. Following up on Bob's comments, I have and love my Joe and I have and love the B17 saddle on my drop bar bikes, but they did not work well together for me because the saddle is too narrow (for me) for the upright riding posi

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

2017-03-16 Thread Valerie Yates
Well, you don't sound too reluctant to see the Bombadil, so that's something. I wonder if a drop bar Appaloosa will make you happy. Has anyone been happy with that set-up? I love mine but feels very clearly an upright style bike. I feel on top of the world and can see forever when I ride it. I

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

2017-03-16 Thread Valerie Yates
Fun question. It sounds to me like you'd be happiest selling the Bombadi because it is too big for the kind of riding you'd like to do with it and the Sequoia because you don't love it. I would not sell a bike I love even if overlaps with something else. You love the Romulus so I don't see why

[RBW] Re: Rivendell e-bike (conversion)

2017-02-21 Thread Valerie Yates
Joe - me too on mechanics. I've been learning bit by bit. It is really immersive and satisfying. On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 1:24:08 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > We're on the same page, Valerie, I like pedaling and I ride for fun. The > exercise is good, too, but I came to bicycles fro

[RBW] Re: Rivendell e-bike (conversion)

2017-02-21 Thread Valerie Yates
Thanks for the welcome Joe. Since I do really like pedaling, my main hesitation was that it would feel like cheating. But I rationalize it by reminding myself that I ride for pleasure not for exercise. This is definitely a pleasure. I did wonder if it would ever arrive. It took exactly 3 years.

[RBW] Re: Rivendell e-bike (conversion)

2017-02-21 Thread Valerie Yates
I have the Roscoe with a Copenhagen Wheel that was featured in the blahg recently. It is fantastic. I wasn't really sure I wanted an e-bike but I had ordered the wheel a few years ago pre-production because it sounded like a cool idea. When it f

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