[RBW] Re: My one-year review of Cheviot

2018-04-01 Thread Lester Lammers
Nice review and build. The Cheviot is very flexible build wise. It took me a while to get mine 'right' for me. You may want to check the Bikehand Pro Mechanic Bicycle/Bike Repair Rack Stand

[RBW] Re: My one-year review of Cheviot

2018-04-01 Thread Surlyprof
https://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/12/22/your-money/the-financial-benefits-of-buying-what-you-love.html I think I first saw this on the list but it seemed appropriate here. Seems like you bought what you love and love what you bought. Congrats on your first of many years with the Cheviot. Your b

[RBW] Re: My one-year review of Cheviot

2018-03-31 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch
Josette: Beautiful bike and I enjoyed the blog. If you consider the cost of a car and gym membership, under 4k is an incredible bargain. I am very impressed that you kept the honey saddle in such good condition throughout all weather conditions. Ann -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: My one-year review of Cheviot

2018-03-31 Thread Patrick Moore
And, congratulations on a year's worth of commuting, even in the snow. I don't think you ought to regret paying for a SON and top-quality light; you are still south of $4K, you have a beautiful vehicle that will last for decades; and most of all you are enjoying your commutes -- if cycling isn't f

Re: [RBW] Re: My one-year review of Cheviot

2018-03-31 Thread Patrick Moore
Even a stable full of more or less expensive customs, plus all the kit -- extra wheels, tires, parts; then the tools; then the clothing, winter and summer -- add all this up and you are still quite a bit south of, or no more than eye level with, the price of the average family sedan or F 150. I re

[RBW] Re: My one-year review of Cheviot

2018-03-31 Thread Jay Lonner
Lovely review. In reply to your closing thoughts, I think that ~$4k for such a versatile bike is a bargain. I'd rather have a good all-rounder than a stable of specialty bikes. One of the things I love about bicycles is that you can buy something exceptional for the price of a beater car. If yo

[RBW] Re: My one-year review of Cheviot

2018-03-30 Thread Tim Bantham
Hi Josette, Thanks for the informative review. I really love the Cheviot and hope to own one some day myself.. I think you are using the bike exactly as it was intended and I'm sure it will serve you well for the years to come. PS. Nice message on the "about you" section of your blog. These are

[RBW] Re: My one-year review of Cheviot

2018-03-29 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Hi Josette, Great bike! Hope to see you riding around. I mainly ride around Arlington and Cambridge for my commute-- ride the nice bike when you can... which is all the time! When I have a bit of extra time, I'll take a ride along the Charles. Also, Battle Road is great for biking with kids.