[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

[Lungimsam]

During the blizzard (Saturday?) I saw a guy on the news dressed in modern 
looking kit with a carbon looking drop bar bike going down the road in DC 
or Baltimore, can't remember which. May have been Va somewhere. Alexandria, 
possibly? They briefly interviewed him. He had what looked like a Supernova 
headlight on his helmet. He was just talking about how nice it is to get 
out and ride, or something like that. I thought it was cool how he was 
pedaling along on a non-optimized bike for the conditions and seemed to be 
doing just fine. It may have been a modernish cyclocross bike, But it 
definitely wasn't a fat bike. It was modern roadie looking. Tough man.

 

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[RBW] Handlebar set-up swap

[Adam]

Greetings all,

I am looking to switch up my handlebar set up with a recent hand injury 
(computer caused) and am curious if someone out there might be open to a 
trade.

What I have- Nitto Mustache Handlebars, Shimano Tiagra Levers- 
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bl1.htm , Red (faded) cloth tape over cork 
tape, bar ends corked as it's on a single gear (can be removed easily for 
shifters), Nitto Dirt Drop Stem 10 
cm- http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/st4.htm

What I want- Something more upright like albatross or Bosco with 
appropriate stem and brake levers

Local preferred. I am thinking a strait trade but am open to other offers.

Thanks,
Adam
Berkeley, CA

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[RBW] WTT Handlebar set-up

[Adam]

Greetings all,

I am looking to switch up my handlebar set up with a recent hand injury 
(computer caused) and am curious if someone out there might be open to a 
trade.

What I have- Nitto Mustache Handlebars, Shimano Tiagra Levers- 
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bl1.htm , Red (faded) cloth tape over cork 
tape, bar ends corked as it's on a single gear (can be removed easily for 
shifters), Nitto Dirt Drop Stem 10 cm- 
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/st4.htm

What I want- Something more upright like albatross or Bosco with 
appropriate stem and brake levers

Local preferred. I am thinking a strait trade but am open to other offers.

Thanks,
Adam
Berkeley, CA

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[RBW] Just ride!!

[Patrick Moore]

1. NSFW, if W is very picky.

2. Sorry, Leah.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJAsUHsmJAo



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7m5gAeszLoY



[Freddie told me yesterday that he saw you put a saddlebag on your road
bike ... what the *** is that?]

https://youtu.be/Z9j6f5eTkFU?t=214

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*Kinei hos eromenon.* (*It moves [all things] as the beloved.) *Aristotle

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[RBW] Re: Just ride!!

[Patrick Moore]

One more, why not?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Lu--vH7eXo


On Tue, Jan 26, 2016 at 9:09 PM, Patrick Moore  wrote:

> 1. NSFW, if W is very picky.
>
> 2. Sorry, Leah.
>
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJAsUHsmJAo
>
>
>
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7m5gAeszLoY
>
>
>
> [Freddie told me yesterday that he saw you put a saddlebag on your road
> bike ... what the *** is that?]
>
> https://youtu.be/Z9j6f5eTkFU?t=214
>
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> **
> **
> *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a
> circumference on which all conditions, distinctions, and individualities
> revolve. *Chuang Tzu
>
> *Stat crux dum volvitur orbis.* *(The cross stands motionless while the
> world revolves.) *Carthusian motto
>
> *It is *we *who change; *He* remains the same.* Eckhart
>
> *Kinei hos eromenon.* (*It moves [all things] as the beloved.) *Aristotle
>
>
>


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Re: [RBW] Re: joe appaloosa photos

[El Sapo]

Thanks Weth. That's an excellent write up. 

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[RBW] Re: Old Man Petersen's House of Ferrous Velocipedes and Vinyl Seat Tube Decals

[dougP]

"No leaking it to Grant."  And no one at Rivendell is paying attention 
to this group?  Unlikely.

dougP

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 6:31:30 PM UTC-8, Zed Martinez wrote:
>
> BikeSnob's. No leaking it to Grant, the Snob asked for some to give to him 
> himself, since it was his joke.
>
> On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 8:40:29 PM UTC-5, Tim wrote:
>>
>> That's a great sticker Zed. Just to be clear, was it made with Grant's, 
>> BSNYCs, or both of their blessings? 
>
>

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[RBW] Clemmin' Around

[Tim Wood]

Sorry about the upside down images, drafted with iPad and can't figure out how 
to edit them. Here's a flicker link if they are too annoying. 

https://flickr.com/photos/137638381@N05/sets/72157658944869634

Tim

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[RBW] Re: Seeking Alejandro

[Justin August]

In the same vein there's a great new-ish book called Chasing the Scream that 
chronicles America's "drug war" and details how the "solutions" we use don't 
match up with the evidence of what works, instead often making things worse or 
causing situations similar to this to occur. http://www.chasingthescream.com/

-Justin

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[RBW] Re: Losing my mind or deleted topic?

[David Banzer]

OPs can delete their own messages. If all messages are by the OP, somewhat 
typical for FS/WTB postings, and the OP deletes all messages, then the 
thread will be deleted. 
David
Chicago

On Monday, January 25, 2016 at 11:47:20 PM UTC-6, WETH wrote:
>
> I am befuddled.  I thought someone posted in the past week that they were 
> looking to buy a well used 56cm Atlantis f/f/hs.   Now I can't find the 
> topic/post.  Was it a stand alone topic? Was it a post in another topic? 
> Was it deleted? Or did I misread a post?
> Of course the answer to my question in the subject could be both! :)
> Thanks for any clarification,
> Erl

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[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[Belopsky]

Some great deals for sure. I was tempted by the Clem Jr but [gladly] the 52 
sold. Dont need more bikes!

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Re: [RBW] Re: joe appaloosa photos

[El Sapo]

That's a valid observation about the bosco bars lack of a forward position. 
I've slammed my bosco bars down to their lowest possible position and I still 
feel better with my hands forward of the grips on top of the brakes/shifter. I 
thought I saw a bosco bar setup with some type of knob or something attached 
right there where the bars dip. Something like that would be really useable. 
I'm starting to think about putting drop bars on my Clem. I just need to clear 
the bad skinny tire / drop bar experiences out of my head.

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[RBW] Re: Losing my mind or deleted topic?

[WETH]

Thanks to all for confirming the post existed and for explaining about the 
ability to delete a topic.

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Re: [RBW] Re: joe appaloosa photos

[WETH]

El Sapo,
Here is a link to an article about putting levers on a bosco bar.  The owner 
Marc posts here and might weigh in on their long term comfort and use: 
http://simplecycle-marc.blogspot.com/2012/06/rivendells-bosco-bars.html?m=1

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[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[Kieran J]

So much eye candy! I'm loving that 58Hunq in particular.

KJ


On Monday, January 25, 2016 at 5:56:42 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> There is a treasure trove of Ready to Ride Rivendells now on the site. 
>  That 59cm Roadeo is beckoning me.  
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/category-s/1072.htm
>
> 17 bikes in the Ready to Ride section.  Wowsa.  
>

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[RBW] Re: Back to the Drawing Board for Kid Bike

[Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado]

Leah,
That's great to hear!
A new bike is such a motivator but the old adage of "If the bike doesn't 
fit and the rider isn't comfortable, or if the bike doesn't function 
properly and it  isn't fun to ride then the rider won't ride it!"
Enjoyed following your posts.
Jon


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[RBW] Re: cycling shoes

[Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado]

No I don't but looks like they have nice stuff. I didn't see a dealer in 
the USA. I'm thinking returns might be a hassle.
Jon

On Monday, January 25, 2016 at 12:49:50 PM UTC-7, Bruce Baker wrote:

> Has anyone had any experience with these cycling shoes??
>
> http://cycleurdeluxe.com/
> Thanks,
> Bruce
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[RBW] Re: cycling shoes

[Belopsky]

Not my style but Van Boven Shoes here in Ann Arbor sell a few models.
https://www.instagram.com/p/672pOaCIgc/

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[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

[stonehog]

Thanks, Phil - great patch!  I just ordered a few.  Appreciate you keeping 
us in cool bike loot!

Brian Hanson
Seattle, WA

On Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 4:22:14 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote:
>
> I'm making my first "Biketinker" patches, with Walter at Falls Creek 
> Outfitters. He's going to tweak that R, and they'll be ready to ship in a 
> couple weeks. If you'd like to get a couple, they're $5 each over on my 
> Etsy shop. 
>
> These first ones are a Sheldon tribute, since he started a lot more people 
> than me down the path of wrenching on bikes, make mistakes, and sometimes 
> create new things. He was a true originator, and even today, if you need 
> esoteric bike information, "Ask And Sheldon Has The Answer." 
>  
>
> https://www.etsy.com/listing/264180515/325-biketinkers-union-patch-pre-order
>
>
> 
>
> Many thanks!
> Philip
> www.biketinker.com 
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW 55cm blue Sam Hillborne Frame

[Charlie1221]

Sold! Thanks all!

On Sunday, January 17, 2016 at 12:29:30 PM UTC-6, Charlie1221 wrote:
>
> Bumping this post up -- our Hillborne frame is still for sale. 
>
> It looks like Riv will only be offering Hillborne frames (frame, not 
> completes) in orange this next go-around (but do correct me if I misread 
> the last newsletter wrong on that front). So, if you want a new blue 
> Hillborne frame, this could be the frame for you. Dropping the price to 
> $1200 but not looking to go much lower because the frame is literally brand 
> new. We're in Chicago and happy to meet any interested midwesterners within 
> a reasonable distance of Chicago to hand it over instead of shipping it. 
> We'll also be driving to Philly in a few weeks to see family and could 
> bring it east with us. 
>
> Please let me know if I can answer any questions or send you more photos. 
>
> Thanks!
> Charlie
>
> On Monday, October 12, 2015 at 11:38:57 AM UTC-5, Charlie1221 wrote:
>>
>> Hi All,
>>
>> My boyfriend and I purchased a Sam Hillborne frame this April. We got 
>> busy, it never got built up, and my boyfriend decided that he wanted one of 
>> the Proto-Appaloosas more than the Hillborne. Now we have too many bikes 
>> and too little money and the Hillborne frame has to go. 
>>
>> The frame is brand new and has never been built up. We took it out of the 
>> box, boeshielded it, and it has been hanging on our bedroom wall (with my 
>> beloved Homer Hilsen) ever since. Because it is exactly what you'd get from 
>> Riv directly, I'm asking $1300 + shipping (which I can do as cheaply or as 
>> expensively as you wish). We're in Chicago and I would be happy to meet 
>> someone in the vicinity to hand over the bike and avoid shipping costs. 
>> Rivendell is, as I'm sure many of you know, out of Hillbornes in this size 
>> until at least April, so this is a great opportunity for anyone out there 
>> who wanted one but didn't manage to get it before Rivendell ran out of 
>> stock.
>>
>> Please feel free to get in touch if you have questions or want more 
>> photos.
>>
>> Thanks so much!
>> Charlie
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

[Tony DeFilippo]

Thanks Marty!  The garage is a work in progress but I love having the space 
for bikes and other projects.

My trail reconnoiter was pretty successful though I wish I'd found better 
conditions.  My main route along the Mount Vernon Trail looks untouched by 
plows or treatment and impassable on my 26x1.95" studded tire bike.  It was 
still a fun outing though.  And if I needed/wanted to go to Shirlington on 
the Four Mile Run Trail I'd be in very good shape.



Mount Vernon Ave (different from the trail) is a secondary road for 
Alexandria and is reasonably clear in both directions.




While the sidewalk alongside Rt 1 at Four MIle Run bridge was covered this 
protected trench did provide decent access accross the way. It does end 
abruptly and with no way other than a climb over 4+ feet of snow to get out 
though!




XO-3, single speed via WI Eno hub with studded tires did just fine. Need to 
do some handlebar wrap and trim some cables but felt safe.  This was my 
turnaround as I coudln't make way with out digging in significantly in this 
much snow. If it freezes up it might be more passable.




Intersection of Four Mile Run Trail and Mount Vernon Trail... end of the 
road for me as it is untouched.  Looks the same in both directions 
unfortunately.




Back the other direction on Four Mile Run Trail it looks like Arlington did 
a very nice job with getting a plow out on the trail. I wish the Park 
Service (NPS) did more with their responsibilities.








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RE: [RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

[Allingham II, Thomas J. (Retired Partner)]

28 inches of snow in Wilmington, DE.

But the bad part was at the Jersey Shore, where my yard (alongside the 
Intracoastal Waterway in Stone Harbor, NJ) was under about 3½ feet of water at 
the highest tide.  Video on the main street of the Village three hours after 
the peak tide:  https://youtu.be/eLGY05Tatiw

Very fortunately for us, no significant lasting damage.

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[mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of John Wilson
Sent: Sunday, January 24, 2016 5:42 PM
To: RBW Owners Bunch
Subject: [RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

35 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, around 16". I'm a bit too decrepit, thanks to 
old bike injuries, to try this stuff. Even my cross country skis are idle.
John Wilson
Greensburg, PA  USA

On Saturday, January 23, 2016 at 9:03:32 PM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote:
Pittsburgh was 6" and done by noon today. Most of that was on the ground by 
0600 when I headed out to work. No plowing of snow mass, just wheel paths 
smashing it down into flat cakes that were not adhered to the super cold 
pavement below. Like a pile of small shale, but slipperier.

Agree with Deacon, a bit more speed gave way to more stable tracking and 
steering. Slow and harsh simply separated my wheels' contact patch from the 
underlying pavement and both those plaques of flat snow and I travelled 
unintended directions.

So with a hearty "arrrgh" I was off on the untreated, unplowed rutting snow 
covered roads of the city to go to work.

Return trip much different; sun down, temps plummeting, moon full-ish and road 
wetness doing its best to freeze. Packed fenders, until a bump.

Home now. Dinner and a nap ahead, then again tomorrow.

Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh

On Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at 9:36:30 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote:
I figured it would be fun to start a thread for those of us in the Mid-Atlantic 
area as we get to see whether or not this big blizzard actually show's up on 
Friday or not... and it'll be amusing for list members in area's of the country 
that get REAL snow all the time to hear about how we deal with it.  :)  If we 
actually end up with the 10-30" currently forecast for DC it'll make for some 
memorable pictures to share!

Today's commute home got a surprise flurry which snarled up traffic across the 
region.  Needless to say I was VERY happy I rode in today.






More photo's on flickr



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[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

[Lungimsam]

I remember riding with you on the trails, Tony, on the Dec. 2013 Riv-ride.
They sure have a nice network of trails down in your area.

Michael

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[RBW] New Bike Day!

[Amit Singh]

Hi Everyone!

Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan Woods!

Dan first moved to California and sold his car 3 years back - so he's been a 
full time bicycle commuter and loves to ride in general. He currently rides an 
aluminum frame "Motobecane" that's too big for him, a hand-me-down that was 
originally purchased on BikesDirect.com. He loves his bicycle dearly, despite 
problems with everything ranging from brakes, crankset, headset, handlebars, 
brakes and shifters, etc. We did a complete overhaul and replaced everything on 
his bike 6 months ago.

A few days ago I saw the message re: Bleriot for Sale posted by Eric Norris. I 
contacted Eric on behalf of Dan and asked him if the bicycle was still 
available, worked out pricing and pitched the idea to Dan, who was all for it.

Dan and I drove to Eric's house yesterday to check out the Bleriot. It was the 
first time Dan had ridden a quality bicycle. He pushed off, rode a while and 
returned with a smile on his face like he wasn't sure what just happened - was 
he supposed to feel this good on a bicycle? Was this too good to be true? 
Should he even be smiling or take this moment for reflection and be serious? It 
was awkward. And joyous to behold.

While Dan was riding this bicycle it looked like the bike and him were made for 
each other - it was BANG ON PERFECT. Wow. We made a few quick adjustments to 
the saddle and handlebar height, took a tour of Eric's incredible bicycle 
collection (phew, maybe the nicest bicycles I've ever seen in one place!), 
settled on payment and drove back. I was going to drop Dan off to his apartment 
but he asked if we could go back to my house so he could ride home. I obliged, 
gladly.

After a few fender adjustments, reinflating the rear tire and a quick seat post 
adjustment he was on his way.

Dan's text messages to me over the last 12 hours are:

"Amazing#!!!:%/6/=%/" "So fast. So smooth" "Serious style"

I asked him if he was going to sleep with his bicycle and he told me "That's 
None of Your Business!"

Dan rode his bicycle to work this morning, and instead of locking it outside 
his building like he normally does the Bleriot is in his cubical with him. He 
sent me a picture.

He says this bicycle is a blessing and that he loves it.

Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to introduce Dan to the Rivendell 
Owners Bunch, congratulate him on his new ride and wish him a lifetime of safe, 
happy and amazing adventures riding his new bicycle!

Pictures to prove it happened:

https://flic.kr/p/Dt3Kgo

https://flic.kr/p/Dp9r9P

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[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

[Wayne Naha]

I love stories like this.  Excellent.

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:30:58 PM UTC-5, Amit Singh wrote:
>
> Hi Everyone!
>
> Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan 
> Woods!
>
> Dan first moved to California and sold his car 3 years back - so he's been 
> a full time bicycle commuter and loves to ride in general. He currently 
> rides an aluminum frame "Motobecane" that's too big for him, a hand-me-down 
> that was originally purchased on BikesDirect.com. He loves his bicycle 
> dearly, despite problems with everything ranging from brakes, crankset, 
> headset, handlebars, brakes and shifters, etc. We did a complete overhaul 
> and replaced everything on his bike 6 months ago.
>
> A few days ago I saw the message re: Bleriot for Sale posted by Eric 
> Norris. I contacted Eric on behalf of Dan and asked him if the bicycle was 
> still available, worked out pricing and pitched the idea to Dan, who was 
> all for it.
>
> Dan and I drove to Eric's house yesterday to check out the Bleriot. It was 
> the first time Dan had ridden a quality bicycle. He pushed off, rode a 
> while and returned with a smile on his face like he wasn't sure what just 
> happened - was he supposed to feel this good on a bicycle? Was this too 
> good to be true? Should he even be smiling or take this moment for 
> reflection and be serious? It was awkward. And joyous to behold.
>
> While Dan was riding this bicycle it looked like the bike and him were 
> made for each other - it was BANG ON PERFECT. Wow. We made a few quick 
> adjustments to the saddle and handlebar height, took a tour of Eric's 
> incredible bicycle collection (phew, maybe the nicest bicycles I've ever 
> seen in one place!), settled on payment and drove back. I was going to drop 
> Dan off to his apartment but he asked if we could go back to my house so he 
> could ride home. I obliged, gladly.
>
> After a few fender adjustments, reinflating the rear tire and a quick seat 
> post adjustment he was on his way.
>
> Dan's text messages to me over the last 12 hours are:
>
> "Amazing#!!!:%/6/=%/" "So fast. So smooth" "Serious style"
>
> I asked him if he was going to sleep with his bicycle and he told me 
> "That's None of Your Business!"
>
> Dan rode his bicycle to work this morning, and instead of locking it 
> outside his building like he normally does the Bleriot is in his cubical 
> with him. He sent me a picture.
>
> He says this bicycle is a blessing and that he loves it.
>
> Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to introduce Dan to the 
> Rivendell Owners Bunch, congratulate him on his new ride and wish him a 
> lifetime of safe, happy and amazing adventures riding his new bicycle!
>
> Pictures to prove it happened:
>
> https://flic.kr/p/Dt3Kgo
>
> https://flic.kr/p/Dp9r9P
>
>

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[RBW] Re: cycling shoes

[BSWP]

Those look good. Do they have a website? Or just call 'em up for info?

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 8:14:55 AM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote:
>
> Not my style but Van Boven Shoes here in Ann Arbor sell a few models.
> https://www.instagram.com/p/672pOaCIgc/
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RE: [RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

[WETH]

Tony,
Great photos and update on road/trail conditions.  In driving around 
Kensington/Wheaton there is a great deal of plowing to be done for roads to 
handle peak rush hour traffic.
Tom,
Sorry to learn of the flooding and glad you emerged relatively undamaged.  You 
got a lot of snow too!
Stay safe out there - the snow may have stopped but things are far from normal.

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[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

[WETH]

Great story!

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[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

[Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado]

Dan,
WELCOME!!
I love to hear stories that have such a happy ending.
You'll get many years of joy with your new bike.
Have fun and post pics and stories of your adventures.
Jon


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Re: [RBW] New Bike Day!

[Eric Norris]

Dan is a great guy, and I’m so happy to know that Monsieur Bleriot will be 
having a lot of adventures with him.

Thanks again to Amit for making this whole thing happen!

--Eric Norris
campyonly...@me.com
www.campyonly.com
campyonlyguy.blogspot.com

> On Jan 26, 2016, at 9:30 AM, Amit Singh  wrote:
> 
> Hi Everyone!
> 
> Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan 
> Woods!
> 
> Dan first moved to California and sold his car 3 years back - so he's been a 
> full time bicycle commuter and loves to ride in general. He currently rides 
> an aluminum frame "Motobecane" that's too big for him, a hand-me-down that 
> was originally purchased on BikesDirect.com. He loves his bicycle dearly, 
> despite problems with everything ranging from brakes, crankset, headset, 
> handlebars, brakes and shifters, etc. We did a complete overhaul and replaced 
> everything on his bike 6 months ago.
> 
> A few days ago I saw the message re: Bleriot for Sale posted by Eric Norris. 
> I contacted Eric on behalf of Dan and asked him if the bicycle was still 
> available, worked out pricing and pitched the idea to Dan, who was all for it.
> 
> Dan and I drove to Eric's house yesterday to check out the Bleriot. It was 
> the first time Dan had ridden a quality bicycle. He pushed off, rode a while 
> and returned with a smile on his face like he wasn't sure what just happened 
> - was he supposed to feel this good on a bicycle? Was this too good to be 
> true? Should he even be smiling or take this moment for reflection and be 
> serious? It was awkward. And joyous to behold.
> 
> While Dan was riding this bicycle it looked like the bike and him were made 
> for each other - it was BANG ON PERFECT. Wow. We made a few quick adjustments 
> to the saddle and handlebar height, took a tour of Eric's incredible bicycle 
> collection (phew, maybe the nicest bicycles I've ever seen in one place!), 
> settled on payment and drove back. I was going to drop Dan off to his 
> apartment but he asked if we could go back to my house so he could ride home. 
> I obliged, gladly.
> 
> After a few fender adjustments, reinflating the rear tire and a quick seat 
> post adjustment he was on his way.
> 
> Dan's text messages to me over the last 12 hours are:
> 
> "Amazing#!!!:%/6/=%/" "So fast. So smooth" "Serious style"
> 
> I asked him if he was going to sleep with his bicycle and he told me "That's 
> None of Your Business!"
> 
> Dan rode his bicycle to work this morning, and instead of locking it outside 
> his building like he normally does the Bleriot is in his cubical with him. He 
> sent me a picture.
> 
> He says this bicycle is a blessing and that he loves it.
> 
> Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to introduce Dan to the Rivendell 
> Owners Bunch, congratulate him on his new ride and wish him a lifetime of 
> safe, happy and amazing adventures riding his new bicycle!
> 
> Pictures to prove it happened:
> 
> https://flic.kr/p/Dt3Kgo
> 
> https://flic.kr/p/Dp9r9P
> 
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[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[RJM]

I already have a 53cm Roadeo and have often thought of getting another to 
have it set up with bar end shifters instead of 11 speed brifters, but 
man...I can't afford it. That bike will be a great bike for someone.

On Monday, January 25, 2016 at 4:56:42 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> There is a treasure trove of Ready to Ride Rivendells now on the site. 
>  That 59cm Roadeo is beckoning me.  
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/category-s/1072.htm
>
> 17 bikes in the Ready to Ride section.  Wowsa.  
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

[masmojo]

No luck, I keep getting thrown into etsy registration. Can you just send my a 
PayPal invoice or your address and I will mail $'s for 3 patches.
Thx

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Re: [RBW] New Bike Day!

[islaysteve]

Welcome to the group, Dan!  That's one of the nicest Bleriot's that I've seen.  
May you have many happy miles on it.

Steve, Fellow Bleriot owner and former Sacto homeboy

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[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

[Philip Williamson]

PM sent - if you don't get it, let me know. 
I've had troubles privately mailing through the group before.

Philip
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On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 10:36:07 AM UTC-8, masmojo wrote:
>
> No luck, I keep getting thrown into etsy registration. Can you just send 
> my a PayPal invoice or your address and I will mail $'s for 3 patches. 
> Thx

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[RBW] Re: A Soma San Marcos (Amos) Build

[Paul G]

Nice bikes, guys. I noticed that Phillip's fork has a more French-style 
bend to it.

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Re: [RBW] New Bike Day!

[Mike Williams]

Great story Amit!   Way to be the comnector!

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jan 26, 2016, at 9:30 AM, Amit Singh  wrote:
> 
> Hi Everyone!
> 
> Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan 
> Woods!
> 
> Dan first moved to California and sold his car 3 years back - so he's been a 
> full time bicycle commuter and loves to ride in general. He currently rides 
> an aluminum frame "Motobecane" that's too big for him, a hand-me-down that 
> was originally purchased on BikesDirect.com. He loves his bicycle dearly, 
> despite problems with everything ranging from brakes, crankset, headset, 
> handlebars, brakes and shifters, etc. We did a complete overhaul and replaced 
> everything on his bike 6 months ago.
> 
> A few days ago I saw the message re: Bleriot for Sale posted by Eric Norris. 
> I contacted Eric on behalf of Dan and asked him if the bicycle was still 
> available, worked out pricing and pitched the idea to Dan, who was all for it.
> 
> Dan and I drove to Eric's house yesterday to check out the Bleriot. It was 
> the first time Dan had ridden a quality bicycle. He pushed off, rode a while 
> and returned with a smile on his face like he wasn't sure what just happened 
> - was he supposed to feel this good on a bicycle? Was this too good to be 
> true? Should he even be smiling or take this moment for reflection and be 
> serious? It was awkward. And joyous to behold.
> 
> While Dan was riding this bicycle it looked like the bike and him were made 
> for each other - it was BANG ON PERFECT. Wow. We made a few quick adjustments 
> to the saddle and handlebar height, took a tour of Eric's incredible bicycle 
> collection (phew, maybe the nicest bicycles I've ever seen in one place!), 
> settled on payment and drove back. I was going to drop Dan off to his 
> apartment but he asked if we could go back to my house so he could ride home. 
> I obliged, gladly.
> 
> After a few fender adjustments, reinflating the rear tire and a quick seat 
> post adjustment he was on his way.
> 
> Dan's text messages to me over the last 12 hours are:
> 
> "Amazing#!!!:%/6/=%/" "So fast. So smooth" "Serious style"
> 
> I asked him if he was going to sleep with his bicycle and he told me "That's 
> None of Your Business!"
> 
> Dan rode his bicycle to work this morning, and instead of locking it outside 
> his building like he normally does the Bleriot is in his cubical with him. He 
> sent me a picture.
> 
> He says this bicycle is a blessing and that he loves it.
> 
> Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to introduce Dan to the Rivendell 
> Owners Bunch, congratulate him on his new ride and wish him a lifetime of 
> safe, happy and amazing adventures riding his new bicycle!
> 
> Pictures to prove it happened:
> 
> https://flic.kr/p/Dt3Kgo
> 
> https://flic.kr/p/Dp9r9P
> 
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[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

[Bill]

XO-3 with Nokians and a Wald basket: the ultimate winter riding machine. It 
won't be long before it all melts and you'll be Saluking again. Enjoy this 
while it's still here.

Buckeye Bill in snowless Columbus.

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[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[Chad]

I just snagged the 53 Rodeo!  This has been my dream bike for quite a while.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[David Stein]

Damn you for taking that bike! And a huge thank you taking that bike and
not causing me any marital strife!  Enjoy!

Not very secretly jealous,
dstein

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[RBW] Ready to Ride

[Bill]

I don't understand why most of them didn't sell immediately. Is it getting to 
where people can't ride bikes just like they can't drive standard shift cars - 
i.e., they've just never learned?

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[RBW] Re: cycling shoes

[Belopsky]

Their URL forwards to facebook https://www.facebook.com/vanbovenshoestore/

Give them a ring (734) 665-7240

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[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

[Philip Williamson]

Awesome. That's a great story! I want everyone to have an awesome bike 
life. :^)

Philip
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On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 9:30:58 AM UTC-8, Amit Singh wrote:
>
> Hi Everyone!
>
> Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan 
> Woods!
>
> Dan first moved to California and sold his car 3 years back - so he's been 
> a full time bicycle commuter and loves to ride in general. He currently 
> rides an aluminum frame "Motobecane" that's too big for him, a hand-me-down 
> that was originally purchased on BikesDirect.com. He loves his bicycle 
> dearly, despite problems with everything ranging from brakes, crankset, 
> headset, handlebars, brakes and shifters, etc. We did a complete overhaul 
> and replaced everything on his bike 6 months ago.
>
> A few days ago I saw the message re: Bleriot for Sale posted by Eric 
> Norris. I contacted Eric on behalf of Dan and asked him if the bicycle was 
> still available, worked out pricing and pitched the idea to Dan, who was 
> all for it.
>
> Dan and I drove to Eric's house yesterday to check out the Bleriot. It was 
> the first time Dan had ridden a quality bicycle. He pushed off, rode a 
> while and returned with a smile on his face like he wasn't sure what just 
> happened - was he supposed to feel this good on a bicycle? Was this too 
> good to be true? Should he even be smiling or take this moment for 
> reflection and be serious? It was awkward. And joyous to behold.
>
> While Dan was riding this bicycle it looked like the bike and him were 
> made for each other - it was BANG ON PERFECT. Wow. We made a few quick 
> adjustments to the saddle and handlebar height, took a tour of Eric's 
> incredible bicycle collection (phew, maybe the nicest bicycles I've ever 
> seen in one place!), settled on payment and drove back. I was going to drop 
> Dan off to his apartment but he asked if we could go back to my house so he 
> could ride home. I obliged, gladly.
>
> After a few fender adjustments, reinflating the rear tire and a quick seat 
> post adjustment he was on his way.
>
> Dan's text messages to me over the last 12 hours are:
>
> "Amazing#!!!:%/6/=%/" "So fast. So smooth" "Serious style"
>
> I asked him if he was going to sleep with his bicycle and he told me 
> "That's None of Your Business!"
>
> Dan rode his bicycle to work this morning, and instead of locking it 
> outside his building like he normally does the Bleriot is in his cubical 
> with him. He sent me a picture.
>
> He says this bicycle is a blessing and that he loves it.
>
> Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to introduce Dan to the 
> Rivendell Owners Bunch, congratulate him on his new ride and wish him a 
> lifetime of safe, happy and amazing adventures riding his new bicycle!
>
> Pictures to prove it happened:
>
> https://flic.kr/p/Dt3Kgo
>
> https://flic.kr/p/Dp9r9P
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[Justin August]

I'm guessing the several thousand American dollars in the price rather than 
some other reason. Great deal compared to original price isn't the same as 
not spending any money.

-J

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> I don't understand why most of them didn't sell immediately. Is it getting 
> to where people can't ride bikes just like they can't drive standard shift 
> cars - i.e., they've just never learned?

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[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[Justin August]

I'm guessing the several thousand American dollars in the price rather than 
some other reason. Great deal compared to original price isn't the same as 
not spending any money.

-J

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:12:14 PM UTC-8, Bill wrote:
>
> I don't understand why most of them didn't sell immediately. Is it getting 
> to where people can't ride bikes just like they can't drive standard shift 
> cars - i.e., they've just never learned?

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Re: [RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[David Stein]

quit being logical Justin! We're all trying to (avoid) make hasty and
impulsive decisions we may or may not regret!

On Tue, Jan 26, 2016 at 12:28 PM, Justin August 
wrote:

> I'm guessing the several thousand American dollars in the price rather
> than some other reason. Great deal compared to original price isn't the
> same as not spending any money.
>
> -J
>
> On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:12:14 PM UTC-8, Bill wrote:
>
>> I don't understand why most of them didn't sell immediately. Is it
>> getting to where people can't ride bikes just like they can't drive
>> standard shift cars - i.e., they've just never learned?
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Re: [RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[Chad]

Sorry Dave, but I had to replace the Bomba with something!  I feel your pain, I 
would be in big trouble if I bought this one  without first getting rid of 
another bike...

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[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[RJM]

Thank you for buying that bikeif it was still there tonight I fear my 
credit card would have taken quite the hit. 

And I'm glad some 48cm Hunqapillar hasn't shown up too. 

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 2:05:14 PM UTC-6, Chad wrote:

> I just snagged the 53 Rodeo!  This has been my dream bike for quite a 
> while.

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[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[Daniel D.]

bmw sales are down people must not be getting driving licenses. :p

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:12:14 PM UTC-8, Bill wrote:
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> I don't understand why most of them didn't sell immediately. Is it getting 
> to where people can't ride bikes just like they can't drive standard shift 
> cars - i.e., they've just never learned?

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Re: [RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

[David Stein]

No worries Chad, you did me a favor, congrats!

On Tue, Jan 26, 2016 at 12:52 PM, RJM  wrote:

> Thank you for buying that bikeif it was still there tonight I fear my
> credit card would have taken quite the hit.
>
> And I'm glad some 48cm Hunqapillar hasn't shown up too.
>
> On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 2:05:14 PM UTC-6, Chad wrote:
>
>> I just snagged the 53 Rodeo!  This has been my dream bike for quite a
>> while.
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[RBW] Re: A Soma San Marcos (Amos) Build

[lucero]

Thanks!

I believe the fork styling was switched to a tight, low bend at some point 
in 2015. I bought my San Marcos frameset new in April 2015, so I must have 
gotten one of the last 2014 frames laying around. If I knew the fork change 
was coming I would have held off a few months, but the banana bend is 
aesthetically pleasing in its own right IMO.

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 11:35:55 AM UTC-8, Paul G wrote:
>
> Nice bikes, guys. I noticed that Phillip's fork has a more French-style 
> bend to it.
>

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[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

[LeahFoy]

I love new bike stories! Thanks for posting this one. This Bleriot will not be 
a garage queen, it's going to be used every single day just as Grant intended - 
how wonderful! And after a week on his Bleriot, Dan will believe that no other 
bike will do. I am just a bit envious of both Dan's excitement and the fact 
that Dan lives somewhere that his bike can be used for most/all of his 
transportation needs. 

Leah, who lives in car-centric suburban Nevada.

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[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

[Michael Hechmer]

Thanks so much for sharing.  Anyone who goes carless deserves a good bike.
Michael

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:30:58 PM UTC-5, Amit Singh wrote:
>
> Hi Everyone!
>
> Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan 
> Woods!
>
> Dan first moved to California and sold his car 3 years back - so he's been 
> a full time bicycle commuter and loves to ride in general. He currently 
> rides an aluminum frame "Motobecane" that's too big for him, a hand-me-down 
> that was originally purchased on BikesDirect.com. He loves his bicycle 
> dearly, despite problems with everything ranging from brakes, crankset, 
> headset, handlebars, brakes and shifters, etc. We did a complete overhaul 
> and replaced everything on his bike 6 months ago.
>
> A few days ago I saw the message re: Bleriot for Sale posted by Eric 
> Norris. I contacted Eric on behalf of Dan and asked him if the bicycle was 
> still available, worked out pricing and pitched the idea to Dan, who was 
> all for it.
>
> Dan and I drove to Eric's house yesterday to check out the Bleriot. It was 
> the first time Dan had ridden a quality bicycle. He pushed off, rode a 
> while and returned with a smile on his face like he wasn't sure what just 
> happened - was he supposed to feel this good on a bicycle? Was this too 
> good to be true? Should he even be smiling or take this moment for 
> reflection and be serious? It was awkward. And joyous to behold.
>
> While Dan was riding this bicycle it looked like the bike and him were 
> made for each other - it was BANG ON PERFECT. Wow. We made a few quick 
> adjustments to the saddle and handlebar height, took a tour of Eric's 
> incredible bicycle collection (phew, maybe the nicest bicycles I've ever 
> seen in one place!), settled on payment and drove back. I was going to drop 
> Dan off to his apartment but he asked if we could go back to my house so he 
> could ride home. I obliged, gladly.
>
> After a few fender adjustments, reinflating the rear tire and a quick seat 
> post adjustment he was on his way.
>
> Dan's text messages to me over the last 12 hours are:
>
> "Amazing#!!!:%/6/=%/" "So fast. So smooth" "Serious style"
>
> I asked him if he was going to sleep with his bicycle and he told me 
> "That's None of Your Business!"
>
> Dan rode his bicycle to work this morning, and instead of locking it 
> outside his building like he normally does the Bleriot is in his cubical 
> with him. He sent me a picture.
>
> He says this bicycle is a blessing and that he loves it.
>
> Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to introduce Dan to the 
> Rivendell Owners Bunch, congratulate him on his new ride and wish him a 
> lifetime of safe, happy and amazing adventures riding his new bicycle!
>
> Pictures to prove it happened:
>
> https://flic.kr/p/Dt3Kgo
>
> https://flic.kr/p/Dp9r9P
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

[Geoff Klingsporn]

Are there any Entmoot patches left? :-)



Geoff, already ordered some biketinkers, in
Denver

On Tue, Jan 26, 2016 at 12:24 PM, Philip Williamson <
philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote:

> PM sent - if you don't get it, let me know.
> I've had troubles privately mailing through the group before.
>
> Philip
> www.biketinker.com
>
>
> On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 10:36:07 AM UTC-8, masmojo wrote:
>>
>> No luck, I keep getting thrown into etsy registration. Can you just send
>> my a PayPal invoice or your address and I will mail $'s for 3 patches.
>> Thx
>
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[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

[Bill Lindsay]

I just ordered my five.  

Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA

On Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 4:22:14 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote:
>
> I'm making my first "Biketinker" patches, with Walter at Falls Creek 
> Outfitters. He's going to tweak that R, and they'll be ready to ship in a 
> couple weeks. If you'd like to get a couple, they're $5 each over on my 
> Etsy shop. 
>
> These first ones are a Sheldon tribute, since he started a lot more people 
> than me down the path of wrenching on bikes, make mistakes, and sometimes 
> create new things. He was a true originator, and even today, if you need 
> esoteric bike information, "Ask And Sheldon Has The Answer." 
>  
>
> https://www.etsy.com/listing/264180515/325-biketinkers-union-patch-pre-order
>
>
> 
>
> Many thanks!
> Philip
> www.biketinker.com 
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

[dougP]

Dan:  

Welcome to the group & congratulations on getting such a perfect bike.  
It's so wonderful when any bike can transition from one rider to another, & 
especially such a win-win-win (I'm counting Amit's involvement as a win 
too!)  

Amit:

What a great story & how satisfying to be able to connect someone who needs 
a bike with someone who has one for them.  I'm sure Eric is pleased that 
it's going to a good home.  I especially love the third paragraph where you 
describe the ride & the smile like he wasn't sure what just happened.  My 
wife had the same reaction the first time she rode her Atlantis.  At 5'-2" 
not much fits her, and she was test riding just to humor me.  5 minutes & 
she came back with big eyes & said "I've got have this bike...now!".  
Rivendell's just have that magic.  Amit, you are now officially a 
"Rivendell Enabler", bringing joy to the bicycling world.  

dougP

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 9:30:58 AM UTC-8, Amit Singh wrote:
>
> Hi Everyone!
>
> Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan 
> Woods!
>
> Dan first moved to California and sold his car 3 years back - so he's been 
> a full time bicycle commuter and loves to ride in general. He currently 
> rides an aluminum frame "Motobecane" that's too big for him, a hand-me-down 
> that was originally purchased on BikesDirect.com. He loves his bicycle 
> dearly, despite problems with everything ranging from brakes, crankset, 
> headset, handlebars, brakes and shifters, etc. We did a complete overhaul 
> and replaced everything on his bike 6 months ago.
>
> A few days ago I saw the message re: Bleriot for Sale posted by Eric 
> Norris. I contacted Eric on behalf of Dan and asked him if the bicycle was 
> still available, worked out pricing and pitched the idea to Dan, who was 
> all for it.
>
> Dan and I drove to Eric's house yesterday to check out the Bleriot. It was 
> the first time Dan had ridden a quality bicycle. He pushed off, rode a 
> while and returned with a smile on his face like he wasn't sure what just 
> happened - was he supposed to feel this good on a bicycle? Was this too 
> good to be true? Should he even be smiling or take this moment for 
> reflection and be serious? It was awkward. And joyous to behold.
>
> While Dan was riding this bicycle it looked like the bike and him were 
> made for each other - it was BANG ON PERFECT. Wow. We made a few quick 
> adjustments to the saddle and handlebar height, took a tour of Eric's 
> incredible bicycle collection (phew, maybe the nicest bicycles I've ever 
> seen in one place!), settled on payment and drove back. I was going to drop 
> Dan off to his apartment but he asked if we could go back to my house so he 
> could ride home. I obliged, gladly.
>
> After a few fender adjustments, reinflating the rear tire and a quick seat 
> post adjustment he was on his way.
>
> Dan's text messages to me over the last 12 hours are:
>
> "Amazing#!!!:%/6/=%/" "So fast. So smooth" "Serious style"
>
> I asked him if he was going to sleep with his bicycle and he told me 
> "That's None of Your Business!"
>
> Dan rode his bicycle to work this morning, and instead of locking it 
> outside his building like he normally does the Bleriot is in his cubical 
> with him. He sent me a picture.
>
> He says this bicycle is a blessing and that he loves it.
>
> Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to introduce Dan to the 
> Rivendell Owners Bunch, congratulate him on his new ride and wish him a 
> lifetime of safe, happy and amazing adventures riding his new bicycle!
>
> Pictures to prove it happened:
>
> https://flic.kr/p/Dt3Kgo
>
> https://flic.kr/p/Dp9r9P
>
>

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[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

[dougP]

Hey Phil:

How about a "Rivendell Enabler" patch?  Seems like something worth a merit 
badge :-).

dougP

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:23:41 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote:
>
> Awesome. That's a great story! I want everyone to have an awesome bike 
> life. :^)
>
> Philip
> www.biketinker.com
>
> On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 9:30:58 AM UTC-8, Amit Singh wrote:
>>
>> Hi Everyone!
>>
>> Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan 
>> Woods!
>>
>> Dan first moved to California and sold his car 3 years back - so he's 
>> been a full time bicycle commuter and loves to ride in general. He 
>> currently rides an aluminum frame "Motobecane" that's too big for him, a 
>> hand-me-down that was originally purchased on BikesDirect.com. He loves his 
>> bicycle dearly, despite problems with everything ranging from brakes, 
>> crankset, headset, handlebars, brakes and shifters, etc. We did a complete 
>> overhaul and replaced everything on his bike 6 months ago.
>>
>> A few days ago I saw the message re: Bleriot for Sale posted by Eric 
>> Norris. I contacted Eric on behalf of Dan and asked him if the bicycle was 
>> still available, worked out pricing and pitched the idea to Dan, who was 
>> all for it.
>>
>> Dan and I drove to Eric's house yesterday to check out the Bleriot. It 
>> was the first time Dan had ridden a quality bicycle. He pushed off, rode a 
>> while and returned with a smile on his face like he wasn't sure what just 
>> happened - was he supposed to feel this good on a bicycle? Was this too 
>> good to be true? Should he even be smiling or take this moment for 
>> reflection and be serious? It was awkward. And joyous to behold.
>>
>> While Dan was riding this bicycle it looked like the bike and him were 
>> made for each other - it was BANG ON PERFECT. Wow. We made a few quick 
>> adjustments to the saddle and handlebar height, took a tour of Eric's 
>> incredible bicycle collection (phew, maybe the nicest bicycles I've ever 
>> seen in one place!), settled on payment and drove back. I was going to drop 
>> Dan off to his apartment but he asked if we could go back to my house so he 
>> could ride home. I obliged, gladly.
>>
>> After a few fender adjustments, reinflating the rear tire and a quick 
>> seat post adjustment he was on his way.
>>
>> Dan's text messages to me over the last 12 hours are:
>>
>> "Amazing#!!!:%/6/=%/" "So fast. So smooth" "Serious style"
>>
>> I asked him if he was going to sleep with his bicycle and he told me 
>> "That's None of Your Business!"
>>
>> Dan rode his bicycle to work this morning, and instead of locking it 
>> outside his building like he normally does the Bleriot is in his cubical 
>> with him. He sent me a picture.
>>
>> He says this bicycle is a blessing and that he loves it.
>>
>> Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to introduce Dan to the 
>> Rivendell Owners Bunch, congratulate him on his new ride and wish him a 
>> lifetime of safe, happy and amazing adventures riding his new bicycle!
>>
>> Pictures to prove it happened:
>>
>> https://flic.kr/p/Dt3Kgo
>>
>> https://flic.kr/p/Dp9r9P
>>
>>

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[RBW] WTT / FS - Swift Industries, Cambium, Wool, Mavic shoes...more

['jinxed' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Cleaning out the cabinets. Organizing and slimming for a new rig.
Sales in the US please. Paypal preferred.

WTT: Ocean Air Cycles x Swift Industries Docena bag. 
I wanted the Camo and chickened out, so I got the original Grey/Yellow 
combo no longer being made.
Would like to trade for camo, or sell @ $250 shipped. Its in excellent, 
near new condition.

WTT: New Cambium C15 natural, for the same thing in Black.

Mavic Alpine XL shoes, new in the box. Size 8.5 although I generally wear a 
9, these fit. $100

Merino Skins wool top. Picked this up on a visit to Rivendell. Never wore 
it. Marked mens small, it's stretchy, but it's REALLY small. $25

Barbour International Waxed Cotton coat. Same as McQueen wore. Made in 
England. Mens small/med. Marked 38, but is quite roomy. Fits closer to 40. 
$250

Other assorted clothes, frames, stuff.

Pics HERE 


Drop a line: hbclick at yahoo.com


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[RBW] Re: Old Man Petersen's House of Ferrous Velocipedes and Vinyl Seat Tube Decals

[David Person]

Mine arrived in today's mail.  Thanks Norman.  They look great.

David


> "Norman was a really stand-up guy in finding a printer to make it a 
> reality, and then in fronting the scratch for a run of 100. The result is a 
> going price of $1/sticker, and Norman just asks that you send a buck for 
> each sticker you want and a self-addressed stamped envelope to him"
>
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[RBW] Old Man Petersen's House of Ferrous Velocipedes and Vinyl Seat Tube Decals

['Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch]

That's a great sticker Zed. Just to be clear, was it made with Grant's, BSNYCs, 
or both of their blessings? 

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[RBW] Re: Old Man Petersen's House of Ferrous Velocipedes and Vinyl Seat Tube Decals

[Zed Martinez]

BikeSnob's. No leaking it to Grant, the Snob asked for some to give to him 
himself, since it was his joke.

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 8:40:29 PM UTC-5, Tim wrote:
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> That's a great sticker Zed. Just to be clear, was it made with Grant's, 
> BSNYCs, or both of their blessings? 

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[RBW] Re: Mid-Atlantic 2016 Snow

[MartyG]

Bike looks great Tony - and your workbench looks just like mine! (Now 
where's that 2mm allen wrench...)

On Monday, January 25, 2016 at 10:30:04 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote:
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[RBW] Wow. California gets mud.

[BenG]

Thanks Manny, fun to see your outing, and to read from you again.

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[RBW] Re: Losing my mind or deleted topic?

[EGNolan]

I remember it, the OP wanted either a 58 or 56 as I recall, but I can't 
find the WTB posting either...

Best,
Eric

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:47:20 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
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> I am befuddled.  I thought someone posted in the past week that they were 
> looking to buy a well used 56cm Atlantis f/f/hs.   Now I can't find the 
> topic/post.  Was it a stand alone topic? Was it a post in another topic? 
> Was it deleted? Or did I misread a post?
> Of course the answer to my question in the subject could be both! :)
> Thanks for any clarification,
> Erl

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[RBW] Re: Chris King Rear Hub

[Garth]

I realize the original message concerning King hubs has been removed, but I 
read the warranty online and it does clearly state that items returned for 
warranty claims must be prepaid by the customer.  So as usual, know the 
terms of the sale before you buy if this is important to you .  

Myself, I know of few companies who really stand behind their warranty 
without making one go through hoops of "exceptions" and "conditions" . In 
the bicycle world I know none.  

Most warranties though are not worth much more than their print when it 
comes down to actually implementing it as they are filled with written 
and/or unwritten terms and conditions.  It's "lawyer speak" , which the 
customer has no idea what it truly means . Written by lawyers to shield the 
company from any loss .  So most warranties are but for appearances . 


On Monday, January 25, 2016 at 7:34:36 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> If they're going to do a warranty repair, that's a tacit admission of a 
> defect. Is it common for a company to pay shipping both ways in this 
> situation?

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[RBW] Re: Losing my mind or deleted topic?

[Dave Johnston]

I looked for it too when Hugh posted his for sale. I remembered somebody 
looking for a 56 or 58, but couldn't find it.

-Dave


On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 7:35:50 AM UTC-5, EGNolan wrote:
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> I remember it, the OP wanted either a 58 or 56 as I recall, but I can't 
> find the WTB posting either...
>
> Best,
> Eric
>
> On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:47:20 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
>>
>> I am befuddled.  I thought someone posted in the past week that they were 
>> looking to buy a well used 56cm Atlantis f/f/hs.   Now I can't find the 
>> topic/post.  Was it a stand alone topic? Was it a post in another topic? 
>> Was it deleted? Or did I misread a post?
>> Of course the answer to my question in the subject could be both! :)
>> Thanks for any clarification,
>> Erl
>
>

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