I was stoked riding my Wifes Betty even though it was way to small... just such a sweet ride. Go for it.. great bike. Kelly
On Friday, January 4, 2013 6:17:23 PM UTC-6, William wrote: > > Rene, that is precisely my plan. But, you know me. It will probably > won't stay boxed for long before I just have to start wrenching. :) > > On Friday, January 4, 2013 3:52:42 PM UTC-8, René wrote: >> >> The Betty Foy is still the bike that probably makes me smile the most >> when I ride it, compared to all the others I have. Get one even if you have >> to keep it boxed until you are old... >> >> >> On Fri, Jan 4, 2013 at 3:46 PM, William <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> "the one thing I know is that I want a Riv that, with luck and health, I >>> can ride when I’m 80. This points toward a mixte. " >>> >>> Dude, now I'm totally tempted to buy one of the last remaining 58cm >>> Betty Foys. >>> >>> On Thursday, January 3, 2013 5:18:29 PM UTC-8, Liesl wrote: >>>> >>>> Getting the phone call this morning from Dave was the closest I’ll come >>>> to experiencing getting a nobel prize. I was sitting out on my >>>> in-laws’ patio here in Orange County lacing up my Vans before going for a >>>> bike ride when my cell rang. “Hmm, unidentified caller; should I >>>> answer?” I thought to myself and decided to take the call. It went >>>> something like this: >>>> >>>> “Hello, this is Liesl.” >>>> >>>> “Liesl? This is Dave at Rivendell.” >>>> >>>> “Hi Dave. What can I do for you?” >>>> >>>> “Well, I’m calling to let you know that you won the raffle!” >>>> >>>> “Are you serious? Really? You gotta be kidding. Really??!!?!?” >>>> >>>> “Yes, I’m serious.” >>>> >>>> “I can’t believe it! Good thing I’m sitting down!” >>>> >>>> I think I won because I ordered bandannas for everyone in my family; I >>>> consider my blue one now to be my lucky bandana. >>>> >>>> There are countless many of you out there on this listserv who ride >>>> more miles than I do (and faster, to boot). But I’m not sure there >>>> are many who love Rivendell more than I do—and not because I won the >>>> raffle >>>> (which I still can’t believe). I love Riv, and of course this means >>>> in large part Grant (but not only Grant), because: >>>> >>>> · They make studendously beautiful, well made, comfortable, >>>> loveable, lugged steel bikes that will last your whole life. >>>> >>>> · They are honest, ethical, generous, charitable, and transparent. >>>> >>>> · Grant’s writing is a pure joy to read; the e-free catalog ranks >>>> at the top of a heap of favorites. >>>> >>>> · They are a team. >>>> >>>> · Riv style. >>>> >>>> · The hand-written card I got, signed by everyone at Riv, >>>> accompanied by an award of valor in the form of a generous gift >>>> certificate >>>> when I recovered the stolen bike from the perpetrator in 100 degree heat >>>> (thus becoming Riv Chica Warrior). >>>> >>>> · Great socks! >>>> >>>> · Grant’s total thoughtfulness in naming the Appaloosa (I hope >>>> that name sticks; it’s brilliant). >>>> >>>> · Everyone there who I’ve personally worked with, chatted with, >>>> received help from including but not limited to Rich, Mark, Miesha, Keven, >>>> Spencer, Dave, and Grant. >>>> >>>> · Irish straps! >>>> >>>> · The idea that, unlike a car, a lot of people can have a very >>>> fine bike if one makes bikes as a priority. >>>> >>>> · You don’t have to spend a fortune to have fun at Riv: a cap, a >>>> kerchief, a pennant, Resurrectio decals. >>>> >>>> · Pine tar soap, the Official Soap of Riv Chica Warrior! >>>> >>>> · Sometimes you might even get a fine espresso! >>>> >>>> · They are not afraid to be bold, to be creative, to be bold >>>> soldiers. >>>> >>>> So what am I gonna do? Well, the one thing I know is that I want a >>>> Riv that, with luck and health, I can ride when I’m 80. This points >>>> toward a mixte. I also want one that will take as fat a tires as >>>> possible so that I can ride it anywhere. Plus I'm not tall—at all. So >>>> maybe a mountain mixte? Definitely a kickstand plate, that’s for sure. >>>> I plan on making the pilgrimage to Riv HQ at a time that works with >>>> Grant’s schedule so I can really dial it in right—and to offer my most >>>> humble gratitude and thanks. >>>> >>>> All of your comments mean a lot to me and have warmed my heart all day. >>>> And I still can’t believe it. Really? >>>> >>>> Will keep you all posted, >>>> >>>> RCW >>>> >>> -- >>> 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/-/zDzrvSlDJUUJ. >>> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >>> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >>> [email protected]. >>> 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/6u5SUBQdeagJ. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
