[RBW] WTB: 62cm Hunqapillar Frame & Fork

2020-05-22 Thread Keith Muller
Hey all, I’m looking for a 62cm Hunqapillar frame and fork. I only want the frame and fork. I don’t need any parts or a complete bike. I’m looking for a Waterford produced Hunq. Paint condition doesn’t mater, though I’d prefer something that doesn’t have nice paint. I’m planning on doing

Re: [RBW] Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread lambbo
$20 way to test a 300mm stem if you don’t mind chinese made. https://www.ebay.com/p/534752766?iid=262029398924=ps=1=1=711-117182-37290-0=2=262029398924=884692771401=m=pla=9004358==9344508178=100238954131=pla-884692771401=1139336=102014203=EAIaIQobChMI9Kr3jPjI6QIVloTICh3puQd-EAQYBiABEgJbYvD_BwE

[RBW] FS: WOOL here (Riv Aussie, jerseys - short/long, new & used)

2020-05-22 Thread j.schwartz
I’ll take the green short sleeve Thank you -- 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, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

Re: [RBW] Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Joe Bernard
I think there's more psychology involved in what we think a bike is "supposed" to look like than we admit to. If my brain thinks a long-ish 7-shaped stem is the right way to run a dropbar, I'm liable to think a short stem handles weird because the look convinces me it will handle weird. --

Re: [RBW] FS: Clem 650B wheels, chainrings 110/74

2020-05-22 Thread Joe Bernard
Two 50s left, $25 shipped One 28, $15 shipped Remember the 50s can be ground down to a nice chainguard on a singlespeed or 1x conversion. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Handlebar suggestions for Gus\Susie

2020-05-22 Thread Joe Bernard
Last year I rode a Susie around the RBW building that had a prototype Bosco Bullmoose that was kinda cut down from the original design. They were great and now I have a Losco which is similar but not Moosey. I'd definitely put one on a Nitto HiRiser for a Gus/Susie. -- You received this

[RBW] FS: WOOL here (Riv Aussie, jerseys - short/long, new & used)

2020-05-22 Thread maxcr
Pm sent for the black riv shirts -- 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, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on

[RBW] FS:Nitto and V-Brakes

2020-05-22 Thread Philip Williamson
How cool would Nitto v-brakes be? Forged, beautiful... shiny silver. Sorry, I just misread the post title. Philip Santa Rosa, CA -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Reunited State of America tee - large - $10

2020-05-22 Thread Matthew P
I just kind of like the design. There is a New Orleans flag that is a take on the stars and stripes that i love (and have somewhere). Paul, what are your height and weight? I am 5'11" 145 and can go medium or large. Is this big for a large? Thanks -Matthew San Diego On Friday, May 22, 2020

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

2020-05-22 Thread maxcr
Hauling flour earlier today in a Fifth Season (made in Maine) bag from Analog Cycles: Max enjoying the warm day in Cambridge, MA On Friday, May 22, 2020 at 6:24:59 PM UTC-4, ANDREW ALLEN ERMAN wrote: > > Beautiful bike! I like the handle bars > > On May 19, 2020, at 4:21 AM, 'mark etze' via

Re: [RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread Jingy
I'm about 6' 1"-ish, with a 92-96cm PBH(the range is based on my self-measurements and my wife's measurements) and I ordered a 64. Based on their size chart, I could have gone either 59 or 64. I was at the upper end of of 59 and the lower end of 64, so I called and talked to Grant. Before I

Re: [RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread Eric Daume
At 6'3/36" PBH, I rode a 59cm first gen Clem H. It fit well. I'm not sure if/how the geo changed since then. Eric On Fri, May 22, 2020 at 3:39 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Hey tall people, what's PBH for 6'-3" ? I'm pretty sure Leah's dad needs a > 59cm, but not 100%. > > -- > You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Why I went Tubeless

2020-05-22 Thread Patrick Moore
I'm not the ultimate expert, but I have used sealant extensively in tubes and in tubeless tires. My own conclusions are based largely on Orange Seal in its regular/original and "Endurance" formulae and Stan's of 5-6 years ago. My experience: 1. Good modern sealants do allow you to use very nice,

[RBW] Re: 64cm Clem L ( should I preorder)

2020-05-22 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
Oh, there are gaps. So many gaps. Between any two points there are an infinite number of gaps. The real question is contentment. Are you content without filling those gaps? Can you be? Is there a need, or just wants that can be elevated to needs? Or wants that you have no issue filling?

[RBW] 64cm Clem L ( should I preorder)

2020-05-22 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
Ryan, my 6’3” dad just got his in RBW blue today. I recommend you do the same in 64 cm. What isn’t to like about the Clem? Mine needed a little lightening up (which Analog Cycles sweetly helped me accomplish), but the weight of a Clem should be nothing to you with the body measurements you

[RBW] Hello and introduction

2020-05-22 Thread Roberta
Welcome. 3 1/2 years ago, I came here to learn and get opinions too-- and I did! The group was super helpful. With the superior Riv ride, I'm riding me often and for longer distances. Are you leaning toward any models? Looking forward to seeing your 1st Riv. Roberta -- You received

[RBW] 64cm Clem L ( should I preorder)

2020-05-22 Thread Ian A
I don't think anyone will dissuade you from buying a big Clem L and even if you bought one and changed your mind, you'd likely find an easy sale. I find too many bikes overwhelming. My count is currently four, but I aspire to reduce to two. (Can't seem to do it though). IanA Alberta Canada

[RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread Roberta
Oh, he is so lucky to get one! I'm looking forward to a Riv family picture this summer. -- 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, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread Leah Peterson
Haha, Ray. Dad puts up with a LOT. He just always sweetly smiles at his family’s dumb antics. Like that time I monogrammed his vest GaryBear, or made him an email address, also a version of Gary Bear. We never thought he’d use it for anything important, but now every time he has a business

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne/Quickbeam sizing question

2020-05-22 Thread Todd Ferguson
I'm 6'0" have an 87.5 PBH and enjoy a 62 Quickbeam for riding upright around NY. On Monday, May 11, 2020 at 2:31:59 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Well, Spencer, it is, kinda. For boiled wool. Grin. > https://www.sweaterchalet.com/ > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Monday, May 11, 2020 at

Re: [RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread masmojo
I don't think Platypus is a viable name, because there already a Bicycle product with the name Platypus! Hydration pack I think. -- 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

[RBW] 64cm Clem L ( should I preorder)

2020-05-22 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
I like smart bikes but have way to many. They do not make a Cheviot that would fit me, I had but sold a jumbo mountain Mixte Rosco before building it up. I am 6’6”ish 220-240ish with a 99.5PBH in my early fifties. Is there a good/great reason to get a step through at this stage of my cycling

[RBW] FS:Nitto and V-Brakes

2020-05-22 Thread Joe Bernard
Is there a price list? -- 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, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web

[RBW] Will Mini Motos fit a MTB tire?

2020-05-22 Thread Clayton Scott
No. Clayton Scott HbG, CA -- 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, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the

[RBW] Handlebar suggestions for Gus\Susie

2020-05-22 Thread Clayton Scott
Tumbleweed persuader bars. Best MTB bars I ever laid my hands on. They replaced the Jones bars on my Jones. Clayton Scott HbG, CA -- 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

Re: [RBW] Hello and introduction

2020-05-22 Thread Andrew Erman
Welcome, Guenther! Glad to meet another bike loving person. I commute on a Clem Smith and I was thinking what a great ride that bike, and my Roadini give. I look forward to having the same or better joy. Best regards, Andy > On May 16, 2020, at 9:23 AM, Gs InIllinois wrote: > > Have

[RBW] Wheels

2020-05-22 Thread Dick Pahle
First post but I've enjoyed this group for several years. I ride a 2015 AHH built by Keven at Riv before he left. Recently moved to small town in western NC, Brevard. Lots of cyclists here. Mostly mountain bikers. In the eight months we've been here I've yet to see another Riv. Surely,

[RBW] Will Mini Motos fit a MTB tire?

2020-05-22 Thread wood chuck
No question about Motolites, but will the Minis clear a standard 2" knobby? Say like a Smoke/Dart combo. Want to change my brakes but not my XC Pro levers. Anybody tried this? All they talk about on Paul's site is CX tires. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

2020-05-22 Thread iamkeith
Re: Teravail quality, skinwalls and other thoughts: I wanted skinwall tires on another 650b plus-size mountain bike of mine, and originally got Teravail Coronados. They were a little too wide at a true 3" so I didn't get to really use them, but I will say that I was extremely impressed by the

[RBW] Re: Why I went Tubeless

2020-05-22 Thread Brady Smith
A few months ago I was behind a guy on a brevet who was riding a brand new Giant road bike--Di2, road tubeless, the works. He hit a staple and I got a rather large spray of sealant in the face. He also spent the next 45 minutes trying and failing to seal the hole, then getting a tube in, then

[RBW] Hello and introduction

2020-05-22 Thread Gs InIllinois
Have been on here for a few months, lurking around and getting some insights into the world of RBW. Not an owner yet but getting one is definitely on the short-term bucket list. Came here because I was looking for a Mixte for my wife when some Betty Foys and Yves Gomez came up and research led

[RBW] Re: New batch of Sam Hillbornes this fall.

2020-05-22 Thread Vincent Tamer
I'm hoping Sam can be my next bike (no less than 5 years from now). I am a Clem owner so I think a Sam would be the perfect compliment. I dig the Black and Cream as well as the Sage! On Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 5:29:13 PM UTC-7, Grady Wright wrote: > > The Email Newsletter from Rivendell

[RBW] New batch of Sam Hillbornes this fall.

2020-05-22 Thread dustin schaber
One of the colors the new Canti Sams will wear is “Joe Bell” Green, aka The Green customs used to be 爛 -- 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, send an email to

[RBW] Sun Protection in Sunny Climes

2020-05-22 Thread Vincent Tamer
REI makes some great UV resist clothing. I gave up wearing shorts for the most part, because they just aren’t that fashionable. Now on hot days I wear some very thin hiking pants from REI. They work fine. I wore them in the Philippines in 90 F weather with 85 percent humidity and they were good

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

2020-05-22 Thread Andrew Erman
Beautiful bike! I like the handle bars > On May 19, 2020, at 4:21 AM, 'mark etze' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > I have been following this group since forever because I have a Bridgestone > 400, but this is my first Rivendell. Originally a drop bar bike I converted > it to Soma Osprey

[RBW] Re: New batch of Sam Hillbornes this fall.

2020-05-22 Thread Will Ashe
Here is Roman's sage Sam donning a mix of black and silver bits. This is one of my favorite staff builds > -- 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, send an email

Re: [RBW] Help Pimp My Quickbeam

2020-05-22 Thread johnboy
On my Simpleone (sim plee oh née) I’m using a 110bcd double crank with 34/42 rings and a White Ind. Dos freewheel 17/19. Maybe with some fussing with the chain length I could use all 4 combos, but as it is only 3 are usable, small/small puts the quick release partly off the drop out. Gears

[RBW] FS:Nitto and V-Brakes

2020-05-22 Thread Kelsey Ashcraft
Nitto Technomic Stem 100mm 26.0mm clamp area Nitto Technomic Stem 50mm 26.0mm clamp area Nitto Noodle Handlebars 44cm 26.00 clamp area Cane Creek Drop V Brake lever set (black hoods) Tektro V Brake set model 857 Dimension med rise Mountain bike bars 25.4x660mm Just getting rid of some unused

[RBW] Handlebar suggestions for Gus\Susie

2020-05-22 Thread Bill Fulford
I got lucky and snagged a large GB Willsen and now am thinking about handlebars. What are Gus\Susie owners going to use for handlebars? Thanks for your input. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Patrick Moore
I should have added that in retrospect I've experienced the viability of short stems myself: I've built many long tt mountain bikes up with drop bars using radically upjutting stems (10 cm DD, Tioga T-Bones) with effectively very short reach; not 0, but certainly less than the 8 to 10 I expect on

Re: [RBW] Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Patrick Moore
This has been an interesting discussion, and I've learned something, namely that it seems that if a bike is designed to situation your weight in a certain position, you can mix up the bar and stems as long as your maintain the range of positions the bike was designed for. Stated like that it seems

[RBW] Re: FS - CroMo Albatross Bars, Meisha Cork Grips, Avid Speed Dial Levers

2020-05-22 Thread Sean Steinle
Bars and extras have happily found a new owner, thanks all! On Friday, May 22, 2020 at 3:19:01 PM UTC-5, Sean Steinle wrote: > > Finally got a box that'll fit these Albas which have been collecting dust > in my garage. Magnet sticks so looks like they are steel, still plenty > light. Bars are

[RBW] FS - CroMo Albatross Bars, Meisha Cork Grips, Avid Speed Dial Levers

2020-05-22 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Those Avids are the best levers ever! Congratulations to whomever picked up this deal -Kai -- 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, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Amusing PSA: Mustard Clem frame

2020-05-22 Thread greenteadrinkers
On Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 2:45:55 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I won't link it but there's an NOS Clem F/F/HS on Ebay. $1800! Plus > shipping!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: FS - CroMo Albatross Bars, Meisha Cork Grips, Avid Speed Dial Levers

2020-05-22 Thread Sean Steinle
Pending sale. On Friday, May 22, 2020 at 3:19:01 PM UTC-5, Sean Steinle wrote: > > Finally got a box that'll fit these Albas which have been collecting dust > in my garage. Magnet sticks so looks like they are steel, still plenty > light. Bars are in really good shape. Grips are grooved and

Re: [RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread Joe Bernard
Hey tall people, what's PBH for 6'-3" ? I'm pretty sure Leah's dad needs a 59cm, but not 100%. -- 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, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Max S
He does build all these things himself and does his own test "flights" and isn't shy about relating failures (can't find the link, but there was a recent crash involving his own carbon/metal bar and broken bones). If you scroll down in this post, he

Re: [RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread DHans
3:12 eastern time zone On Friday, May 22, 2020 at 3:20:04 PM UTC-4, DHans wrote: > > I checked at 3:12 just after it went live..and the 52 cm Green is already > sold out! I guess I will wait for the Platypus after all...or buy an > Atlantis. It's nice when choices are taken away from me. > Doug

Re: [RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread Doug H.
I checked at 3:12 just after it went live..and the 52 cm Green is already sold out! I guess I will wait for the Platypus after all...or buy an Atlantis. It's nice when choices are taken away from me. Doug On Fri, May 22, 2020 at 3:14 PM Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! < jonasandle...@gmail.com> wrote:

[RBW] Clem PreSale

2020-05-22 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
It’s high noon! On pre-sale day! Guess who got a new Clem - no not me, silly #RivFriends - my DAD!! Dad is 6’3” and rides a diamond frame Specialized Globe that is way too small for him and that I have witnessed him on no fewer than 3 occasions nearly tip over trying to mount. HE’S

[RBW] Park Tool power lift shop stand free for pickup in San Diego

2020-05-22 Thread Matthew P
Hello Riv-ers, There is a Park Tool power lift shop stand that is available free for pickup in San Diego. https://www.parktool.com/product/power-lift-shop-stand-prs-33-2 Local bike shops have declined to take it. Contact me if you are interested. -Matthew -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Bill Lindsay
That Peter Verdone guy has a very 2020 rhetorical style. Paraphrasing: -Here's the way things are -Anybody who disagrees with me is uninformed He may be totally right on many/most points. I guess if his objective is to improve his designs for an audience of one (himself), then he doesn't

Re: [RBW] Re: Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Doug Hansford
Those are nice looking builds. Thanks for sharing Max. Doug Sent from my iPhone > On May 22, 2020, at 1:44 PM, Max S wrote: > > http://www.peterverdone.com/some-bikes-are-more-evil-than-others/ > > http://www.peterverdone.com/airspeeder/ > >

[RBW] Re: FS: 65cm A Homer Hilsen (Waterford) F/F/HS

2020-05-22 Thread scott minor
Reid, To be more specific, the custom replacing the Homer is a Brevet, out of Bourgogne, France. Also, just to assure any interested parties, though I live in Europe now, my Homer is in the good hands of my lovely friends at my previous hometown LBS, Tennessee Valley Bicycles in Knoxville.

[RBW] Re: Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Max S
http://www.peterverdone.com/some-bikes-are-more-evil-than-others/ http://www.peterverdone.com/airspeeder/ http://www.peterverdone.com/2018-pvd-bird-of-prey/ - Max “color me intrigued” in A2 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] It’s dull around here, let me bring some color

2020-05-22 Thread Joe Bernard
I love that blue on the first-gen Clems. And Bosco Bullmoose! -- 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, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Bill Lindsay
Building on Joe's comment that the top tube is just fine, I was amused/intrigued by the Evil Bikes Chamois Hagar, LINK

Re: [RBW] Re: It’s dull around here, let me bring some color

2020-05-22 Thread Leah Peterson
Andy, this woman who’s living with you (she needs a name, it’s too much to type), why isn’t she on the List? This the best place for Riv lovers, I think. Plus, she could have some #RivSisters. Interesting she’s been doing S24Os - is that what the cool kids in college are doing now? Is it just

Re: [RBW] Re: It’s dull around here, let me bring some color

2020-05-22 Thread Joe Bernard
The word for today is...objectifies. -- 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, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion

Re: [RBW] Re: Dynamo Hub Recommendations

2020-05-22 Thread Bones
Yes I used the specs for the PV-8, I had previously read somewhere that they were the same. And yes those specs look correct. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-22 Thread Mike Packard
I'll second the Woom recommendation. They have a nice range that grows with the kid. They are expensive-ish but great quality and have high resale value; around here they go on craigslist for around 75% of new. mike On Friday, May 22, 2020 at 9:30:09 AM UTC-5, Bob K. wrote: > > Thanks again

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-22 Thread Bob Keal
Thanks again for the suggestions, everyone. Still hoping someone will come through with a used bike offer...Woom and Cleary would be at the top of the list there, but I'm open, so let me know what you have! I'm hoping to avoid the big bike companies if I buy new, although there are some tempting

[RBW] Re: Place-based bicycle design

2020-05-22 Thread George Rosselle
Interesting that you chose to highlight Chris Chance and his designs. You beat me to it. I have been riding Fats since '87, currently on my third that I have owned since '92, a Monster Fat. It has been through many iterations over the years, now running a Boscomoose bar and very upright. I

[RBW] Re: Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
Quick clarificationno *handling* drawbacks. I don’t think there’s a way around it but since the bar covers the quill adjusting bolt the bars need to be removed any time you need to adjust height. A little fussy when dialing in height. Thought it was worth mentioning... -- You received

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-22 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
Try and chase down a Woom bike, they are excellent and superbly designed. Very bob/Riv ish -- 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, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Handling Effects of Shorter Stems (from the OT discussion in a previuos post on the New Sams in Sept)

2020-05-22 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
As a contributor on this topic with very recent experienceI switched from 80mm stem/drop combo to 0mm stem/drop combo without any perceptible drawbacks so far (other than an oddball aesthetic). I’d guess I’m in the realm of an albatross or albastache/50-80mm stem with this new set up.

Re: [RBW] Re: It’s dull around here, let me bring some color

2020-05-22 Thread ascpgh
Leah- Our friend objectifies Rivendell and intends to own one. Which model is unclear. She reads my Bicycle Quarterly magazines, loves the post war French women riders and the YouTube videos from Rivendell. She's not an assertive, "hard woman" sort of rider but rather a gentle cyclist of above