Oh, sure! I'll just grab my neighbor's kid and strap her to the front of
the Betty Foy! :-D
On Monday, November 3, 2014 3:17:04 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Perhaps more elaborate than you were initially thinking, this is an
inspired solution from Shoji. Just be sure the kid has a wall
Since putting a Mark's Rack and a basket on the front of my Betty Foy, my
front handlebars flop most prodigiously (and annoyingly) when there's
anything in the basket. I'm writing to get you folks' opinions on wheel
stabilizers, or any other solutions you can think of to fight the flop.
Ohhh... I hadn't thought of that! Thanks, David!
On Friday, October 31, 2014 6:35:49 PM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote:
Probably unlikely, but a loose headset would cause the front end to flop
when parked moreso than a properly adjusted headset.
Exploring every option.
David
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This -
https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/15433328435/in/set-72157646463549633
Made me so happy.
On Wednesday, October 22, 2014 11:43:44 AM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
Almost 2 months after the crash, we're back with a slightly different
bike...
58cm Toyo, 130mm Rear
Surly used to use cockroaches on their website as part of their branding.
It was an instant turn-off for me. Horses for courses!
On Friday, October 17, 2014 8:26:19 AM UTC-7, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
wrote:
I find that the Surly/Riv overlap is pretty small. It seems like only 3
Surly
I love that they have jerseys, etc. that are designed for women, even
though they wouldn't fit me. It's too bad - I really wanted that Long Haul
Trucker t-shirt with the woman hauling all the stuff.
I have a love-hate (mostly hate) relationship with Surly's marketing, but
to my mind, they've
On Friday, October 10, 2014 10:00:36 AM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote:
On Friday, October 10, 2014 10:04:37 AM UTC-6, Tom Harrop wrote:
I know they aren't going to come in 68 cm, but what were the sizes again?
From the Blug:
*There will be three sizes and three wheel sizes:
Shit, Chris. I'm so glad you're OK. What a scary thing to have happen.
On Saturday, September 6, 2014 8:01:26 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
My Hilsen is out of commission for a little while.
Heading on NW Broadway towards the bridge, at Flanders, when a silver VW
Golf making a left
That was brilliant.
On Thursday, August 28, 2014 4:52:06 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
Use coupon code
*cyprus *
for 12% off
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Many happy returns, Manny. Your photos have brought much happiness over the
years.
On Wednesday, August 20, 2014 9:12:37 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote:
Since joining this group I've had the pleasure to meet and ride with
amazing people.
Glad to have shared my birthday weekend adventures
A year ago today, I brought my Betty Foy home from the bike shop. Rizzo's a
bike I've wanted for years, and when I finally laid eyes on her in her
completed state, she took my breath away. I had so many plans for this
bike, so many adventures, and fortunately I've been able to make a few of
This really makes me miss my Dutch bike.
On Friday, August 15, 2014 4:24:51 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3smPA17D8M
Sweet video, but the average uprightness quotient is a quamtum (new
metric) measure above anything on the Rivendell site.
I notice too
I am fat. It's OK. It's just a word, like short, or blonde. :)
On Saturday, August 16, 2014 11:42:19 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
And here's more:
http://www.bbc.com/autos/story/20140815-rise-of-the-short-haul-truckers
It would be great for cyclists generally if big boys (Sorry! Big
I think Kelly wins for the heaviest bike.
On Thursday, August 7, 2014 8:54:18 AM UTC-7, Kelly wrote:
My Bombadil while touring... 110 lbs.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/9018162182/in/set-72157633975989097
Kelly
On Sunday, August 3, 2014 3:04:20 PM UTC-5, lungimsam wrote:
Since
This is just a SWAG, but
55cm Betty Foy = around 38-ish pounds, without my pannier.
Build list: (Sorry about the formatting, I copied it directly from an excel
spreadsheet)
Crankset Sugino XD 600 26-36-46 Bottom Bracket Shimano Pedals Velo
Orange Grand Cru Sabot Chain SRAM PC 971
When I got that email, it took all I had not to place an order. But then I
thought Why? Whatever Sam can do, Betty can do just as well. But I was
*really,
really* tempted.
On Saturday, August 2, 2014 2:50:04 PM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote:
Grant notes in the blug that Sam is going on leave for
Ye gods. I've had a torn meniscus (on top of all my other knee wonkery). It
isn't fun, but luckily the surgery -- if you go that route -- is
outpatient, and you should be riding again in about 3-4 weeks after
surgery.
Limping in solidarity,
Cecily
On Monday, August 4, 2014 4:11:55 PM UTC-7,
I don't have a Kindle, but I do have a Kobo Aura (similar to the Kindle's
Paperwhite, but Canadian). Even though I have an iPad Mini, I keep the Kobo
around for longer reading sessions. It's distraction free, there is no
glare when reading in direct sunlight, and the light weight is so much
My LBS wouldn't sell me a Crane when I picked up my Betty Foy, saying the
Crane mount wouldn't fit the Soma Oxford handlebars. So I ended up with a
Velo Orange
Brass Striker Bell.
I haven't compared it to the Crane, but MAN, does this thing have an
incredibly long sustained tone. It's so
Oh, Liesl. I'm glad you got all stitched up. As soon as I saw I'll just
cut it with my trusty new pocket knife, I knew where this was heading.
Happy healing!
On Friday, July 11, 2014 7:02:21 AM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
(warning: contains somewhat but not overly graphic description)
Yesterday
Indeed. That photo made my heart swell with such pride.
On Monday, July 7, 2014 8:08:35 AM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
What I think is most fantastic here is the intersection of these
beautiful, timeless bikes with a squadron of 8 African American soldiers
who biked 1,900 miles from Missoula to
Hooray for new bike day! May you have many long - and short - joyous rides
together.
On Wednesday, July 2, 2014 11:53:12 AM UTC-7, Bob Cook wrote:
My Homer arrived yesterday after a long wait (my travel schedule; RBW had
it ready to go a month ago) and its Fifteen Minutes of Fame on the BLUG
This Riv rider wears knee high boots under a wool skirt during the winter.
:-}
Coquettishly,
C.
On Thursday, July 3, 2014 1:20:56 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote:
What is a good way to protect the knees and thighs from the wind in winter?
Here's my deal, and why I need something to protect my
This reminds me of my local bike shop and the run around they gave me after
I discovered that the post-fit riding position they tried to shoehorn me
into was causing me pain. The owner of the shop tried to dissuade me
against getting Bosco handlebars, because he didn't recommend changing a
Oh, Peter. That sounds dreadful. I hope you're feeling more like yourself
soon.
On Thursday, June 26, 2014 3:04:06 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote:
Hey everyone, its me again. I went to the post office with my car loaded
up full of goodies, was waiting on line and then proceeded to refund my
lunch
On Tuesday, June 24, 2014 7:03:38 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote:
yep, grant is the leader and we're all just followers.
*b*
;-)
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There are Jimi Hendrix stamps? COOL.
On Tuesday, June 17, 2014 12:32:55 AM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote:
Yea the Rivendell folk are awesome! Got the Jimi Hendrix stamps too. And
yea for giggling.
~Hugh
On Monday, June 16, 2014 3:16:28 PM UTC-7, Cecily Walker wrote:
I went to check my mail
Thanks, Shoji. Any day I get to ride my Betty Foy is a good day, no matter
how long (or short) the ride.
On Tuesday, June 17, 2014 6:31:27 AM UTC-7, Shoji Takahashi wrote:
makes me so happy, and so happy you're riding your betty again.
On Monday, June 16, 2014 6:16:28 PM UTC-4, Cecily
I'd like to wrap the Bosco Handlebars on my Betty Foy, but I'm not sure how
to start. Should I tape the cables in place? Do I have to remove the grips
and shifters? Is this something best left to someone who knows what they're
doing? Thanks!
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I went looking for Newbaum's locally but couldn't find any. I found some
Evo cloth tape that matches the red accents on the Betty Foy just
perfectly, so that's what I'll be using. I think I will leave the cables
exposed. Trying to tape them down is just one more thing for me to muck up,
and
/reden, clear if you like the original color of the tape.
Watch the video on Rivendell for a great bit of learning by seeing. Have
fun!
With abandon,
Patrick
On Monday, June 16, 2014 1:17:10 PM UTC-6, Cecily Walker wrote:
I'd like to wrap the Bosco Handlebars on my Betty Foy, but I'm
Hey Liesl,
I've been using Ergon GP1 biokork grips since I got the bike. They're nice
and comfy, and they protected me from a lot of road shock, but they
couldn't really do anything to help with the stretched out, forward leaning
riding position. Only the Bosco handlebars could help with
You've got yourself a deal!
On Sunday, June 1, 2014 6:46:46 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
Ha! Cecily, sounds like we're 'bar sisters! My brother's in Vancouver;
next time I visit with my Bike Friday, we'll have to meet for a ride! (Or
if you find yourself in the Twin Cities)
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I took Rizzo (my Betty Foy) to my LBS today to have Bosco handlebars put
on. I wasn't sure if they'd make a difference in the pain I was feeling
while riding, but I trust the folks here (and at Riv) who suggested that I
give them a shot. I'm happy to report that all of the pain I was feeling in
I have a set of Boscos on order at my LBS, but they're taking forever to
arrive. I hadn't thought about a shorter stem, but based on all your
descriptions, it absolutely makes sense that it might make a difference. You
guys are the best!
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This is my Batavus: https://flic.kr/p/8RBm2N (may she rest in peace)
The wheelbase is much longer than the Betty Foy, and the seat tube angle is
more slack, so when I'm on it I'm in a sit up and beg position, similar
to this: https://www.flickr.com/photos/mindcaster-ezzolicious/6476153325/
That's very interesting, Garth! I've made an appointment for a bike fitting
at the sports physiotherapist. I'll mention this to him and see what he has
to say.
On Saturday, May 17, 2014 6:13:58 AM UTC-7, Garth wrote:
I'd go with shorter cranks, like a 152mm or less . I'm one to
Yes, it absolutely makes sense. I know you can't really compare the two
styles, and as I said in another message, I don't want to be as upright as
I was on the Dutch bike, because that position is really inefficient when
you live in a city as hilly as Vancouver. But there were certain things
I've written about my pain issues before, and unfortunately things have gotten
worse on that front, to the point that I can barely ride my Betty Foy anymore.
My bike is my car - it isn't just something I ride for fun - so putting it away
for awhile isn't really an option, not if I want to keep
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The crankset is 170mm.
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That's a good and fair question, Deacon. Pain is a constant companion in my
hands and knees, but it's worse on the bike, even after a fitting. The hip
flexor pain is new, and I notice it when walking and on the bike, but nowhere
else.
The stem is a Soma Sutro quill stem with 100mm extension.
They're sort of a girly frou frou shop, but if have a friend who bought a bike
from them and she loved the shop and service. Besides, girly and frou frou can
be fun once in awhile.
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A fair point, Justin. I have the world's WORST physiotherapist and am
looking for another.
I was doing olympic-style weightlifting training last year before the RA
got too bad in my wrists. I hope to get back to it someday. Thanks for the
suggestions!
On Friday, May 16, 2014 3:16:12 PM
, with your permission, I will hold you in my prayers.
Michael
On Friday, May 16, 2014 5:07:43 PM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote:
I've written about my pain issues before, and unfortunately things have
gotten worse on that front, to the point that I can barely ride my Betty
Foy anymore.
My
Stellar. Yay for new bike day!
On Wednesday, May 7, 2014 12:10:56 PM UTC-7, DS wrote:
Just picked up my new Hunqapillar yesterday from RBW:
http://imgur.com/a/hkcZf
Ordered this guy in late January, beat the 4.5 month wait time by 1/3.
Took it for a 10 mile spin around Oakland (paved),
It's the perfect colour, that's for sure!
On Tuesday, May 6, 2014 5:09:19 AM UTC-7, WETH wrote:
When I think of my Atlantis as a car/truck, I think this:
from this website:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=535456
On Monday, May 5, 2014 11:47:34 PM UTC-4, Tom Virgil
On Monday, May 5, 2014 9:32:02 PM UTC-7, Tom Virgil wrote:
Oh, that is so good. The low rake of the body and the economy of the
hardtop are remarkable. Your taste is exquisite.
Of course it is. I own a Rivendell. ;-)
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I love the Honda Element. I always call out milk truck! whenever I see
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On Tuesday, May 6, 2014 7:30:26 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
I like to think my bike and car preferences are well-aligned... I go for
functional, practical, comfortable, fun...
I'm on my second
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-UF9sveZ7Rm0/U2hgaFEhpjI/GGo/Oe71LphXm4g/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-230S_1477815i.jpg
That truck might be impractical for this Vancouver librarian (my Betty Foy
is mostly a city bike that goes on a few long rides in the country). This
might be a little closer
May you heal swiftly!
On Friday, May 2, 2014 9:42:32 PM UTC-7, Statrixbob wrote:
As an owner of both a QB and Hunq (there's the riv content), I am
completely relieved that my left hip replacement went very well. Those of
you who saw me on my Bike Friday at RAGBRAI 2013 will remember I had a
(i.e., end at How turn to left, and how to
right.) or 5261.
all the best, shoji
On Thursday, May 1, 2014 4:32:56 PM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote:
I'm sure someone here (Hi, Grant!) knows the meaning of the number 5258
on the Betty Foy headbadge. Can anyone clue me in?
By the way, today's
I'm sure someone here (Hi, Grant!) knows the meaning of the number 5258 on
the Betty Foy headbadge. Can anyone clue me in?
By the way, today's warm, sunny Spring weather was a perfect day to be
riding a bike with tiny hearts all over the frame. I smiled all the way
into work.
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This was beautiful, Eunice. Thank you for sharing it with us.
On Thursday, May 1, 2014 6:10:32 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote:
I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking last month here:
https://sleepyneko.exposure.co/30-days-of-biking
Warning: it's kind of long and well, teary.
Happy birthday, pal!
On Thursday, April 24, 2014 11:34:17 AM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote:
This is what I decided to do. Herehttp://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/
Have a great day!
~Hugh
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I don't even know where Crown Point is, but Eff it, I'm going to Crown
Point may be my new rallying cry.
Sounds like a great ride.
-C.
On Monday, April 14, 2014 12:41:14 AM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
Or: How I fell in love with my bicycle again.
After the awesome ramble out to Mason
Is anyone else in the group getting trapped in a redirect loop when viewing
Flickr photos? It doesn't seem to matter whether I click the link directly
or if I copy it and paste it into another window. I sure hate missing out
on all the springtime floral/Riv photos. :(
On Saturday, April 12,
wrote:
Working fine for me...???
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Sun, Apr 13, 2014 at 6:45 PM, Cecily Walker
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Is anyone else in the group getting trapped in a redirect loop when
viewing Flickr photos
My Betty Foy is a commuter that occasionally lets me go out on longer rides
on pavement and smooth trails. I used to feel guilty about that, but not
anymore. :)
On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 3:28:08 AM UTC-7, blakcloud wrote:
This weeks experiment, well maybe the next two weeks, will be using
Thanks for sharing this, Esteban. Dr. Kitchin is an inspiration.
On Friday, April 4, 2014 8:08:51 AM UTC-7, Esteban wrote:
The New York Times has an Op-Doc telling the story of a local San Diego
resident who skates in slow motion along the boardwalk. You may have
already seen it. I posted
Steve, your reply made this librarian's face glow with pride. :)
On Thursday, March 27, 2014 11:47:04 AM UTC-7, stevef wrote:
If you have a library near you, you might be able to get them via
Interlibrary Loan. (Assuming some hoarding lister hasn't already sent you
what you need)
Steve
Chris, my library's microfilm collection goes back this far, but if you
happen to know the publication details (publication month and/or volume
number) that would be hugely helpful. Feel free to contact me off the list.
On Monday, March 24, 2014 1:41:54 PM UTC-7, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
Anyone
I have my hands on it right now. You can contact ILL if you want, but it
may be slower. :)
On Thursday, March 27, 2014 1:23:51 PM UTC-7, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
The library is a good idea. All those years of college made me forget
that public libraries have a lot of old periodicals. I've
Hi, Squiddy! :-D
Seriously, this is a beautiful bike. You must be on cloud nine right now. I
hope you have many meaningful years together.
On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 3:36:53 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
Hi friends,
If you haven't seen it already, here they are:
Great, now I want one. I'm such a lemming. :)
On Friday, March 21, 2014 10:40:01 PM UTC-7, LeahFoy wrote:
Well, I don't know what came over me just now. I found myself pecking out
my credit card info on Riv's site for a new Saddlesack Medium in tan. I
don't even know how I settled on tan.
So envious. Have a great time, y'all!
On Friday, March 21, 2014 4:12:45 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote:
Just got off the phone with the one and only RCW directly from her
temporary outpost at Riv BBH.
Confirmed ride tomorrow. 3/22
Meet at Riv HQ at 11ish for a mellow ramble abouts.
Dansko sandals for every day (though I'm not sure they make a men's
sandal). For sportier riding, I have a pair of Keen closed-toe sandals I
bought about 7 years ago and haven't been able to part with, especially
since the style was discontinued. They're leather, waterproof, and have
that
A friend sent me a link to this bike this morning, and I couldn't help
noticing how many Riv-ish points were hit in the bike design and marketing
copy. Notably:
- taller headtube
- relaxed geometry
- a do anything frame
- wider tires
More details on the
bike:
Oh my. The Mirror of Venus/Shield of Mars Glorius/Wilbury headbadges.
*swoon*
Thanks for the high res version, Marty!
On Friday, March 7, 2014 9:48:16 AM UTC-8, Marty wrote:
For those who want to download the high-res version of the 2012 version
Poster above, you can find it here:
This is doing nothing to quell those urges to pack up and move to San
Francisco. Also? I wanna be Eileen.
On Monday, March 3, 2014 12:57:25 PM UTC-8, Tom Virgil wrote:
I see a fellow cyclist riding in high heels.
Interesting profiles of some S.F.
.
On Tuesday, March 4, 2014 12:46:38 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote:
This is doing nothing to quell those urges to pack up and move to San
Francisco. Also? I wanna be Eileen.
On Monday, March 3, 2014 12:57:25 PM UTC-8, Tom Virgil wrote:
I see a fellow cyclist riding in high heels.
Interesting
When my bike shop substituted the Soma Oxford handlebars for the Nitto
Albatrosses I'd originally requested, I was told that the handlebars were
just like Nitto, except for the finish. However, I'm learning that the
Albatross bars are a bit wider, and they're also a bit longer than the
Somas.
Thanks for this, Scot! The Albatrosses look to be a bit wider, but not so
much that they'd make a huge difference.
On Monday, February 24, 2014 2:29:13 AM UTC-8, Scot Brooks wrote:
Hi Cecily,
Here's what
flickrhttp://www.flickr.com/search/?q=soma%20oxford%20nitto%20albatrosshad
to offer
Hey Liesl,
Keven at Riv actually suggested the Boscos back when I thought I was going
to buy the build kit from Riv, but for whatever reason (stupidity on my
part, maybe?) they didn't make it onto my list of considerations when I had
the bike built locally. They sort of remind me of the
*squeee* PUPPEH!
I have nothing of use to add to the conversation except to say I want to
scratch him behind the ears.
On Sunday, February 16, 2014 10:51:42 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote:
What is a custom low trail fork???
I don't know how much more I'll continue with the dog. Honestly, I'd
Sure wish I could find consistent pricing information on these bikes. I do
like that mixte.
On Saturday, February 15, 2014 9:22:13 AM UTC-8, BSWP wrote:
Gosh, the mixte frame looks quite similar to some of RBW's previous mixte
frames... I'm not a historian of frame design, but the curves on
Y'all are adorable.
On Thursday, February 13, 2014 7:30:22 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
Thank you Cocochen. Offer on next door unit has been accepted. YOU MOVING
NOW CHRIS! Get ready to boogie.
~Hugh
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep
moving.” ― Albert
Lovely photos, Hugh. I really envy you California Rivsters.
On Wednesday, February 12, 2014 10:02:24 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
Some thoughts and pictures here http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/
~Hugh
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*gasp* That bike is so lovely it took my breath away.
On Tuesday, February 11, 2014 5:18:07 PM UTC-8, Curtis wrote:
The head tube on the BLUG bicycle is amazing. Wow!
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On Wed, Feb 12, 2014 at 11:49 AM, Cecily Walker
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Lovely photos, Hugh. I really envy you California Rivsters.
On Wednesday, February 12, 2014 10:02:24 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
Some
As much as I love Vangroovy, we can't touch PDX for beer. Or donuts.
On Wednesday, February 12, 2014 5:50:21 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
Yeah Chris I'll go and buy where ever I feel like buying to include a unit
next door to you and party 24/7. And whether to visit ? PDX hasn't won
that bid
Ditto. I have two pair: a Thinsulate pair for really cold days, and an
unlined pair for when it's a bit warmer.
On Friday, February 7, 2014 6:13:34 PM UTC-8, Kevin wrote:
I like my LL Bean duck boots.
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Yes! Between you, me, and Pammie, I'm sure we could write a lot!
On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:38:19 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote:
Cecily, I'm glad I'm not the only one who vastly prefers the BF - I almost
got kicked off the list when I said it! ;)
I wish there were more BF owners who were
Blundstones are quite nice. They look good and are waterproof. You can get
shearling lined ones for really, really cold conditions.
http://www.zappos.com/blundstone-mens-boots~2
On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote:
Hey all, so we've finally started getting
Pammie, I'm so glad you got this bike back. And as for joining in - the
more the merrier!
On Monday, February 10, 2014 7:45:47 AM UTC-8, Pammie wrote:
Well, I don’t have the Betty Foy — but I do have a mixte Royal H, in great
Rivendell tradition — I’m happy to join:)
On Feb 10, 2014,
I hadn't compared the Foy to any other Riv models so I can't compare it to
those, but it's definitely far better than any other bike I've owned. I
think you, me, and Pammie should start collaborating on a series of posts.
:-D
On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:38:19 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote:
pictures as I've
considered it myself. I saw someone using those on the drops of a
noodle-like bar on the web somewhere...
On Feb 10, 2014 12:15 AM, Cecily Walker cecily...@gmail.comjavascript:
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I use Ergon GPI Biokork grips because I need a wider platform to protect
my joints
remember what a smooth enjoyable ride that Betty was. I was smiling while I
rode around Walnut Creek. I was a Riv convert before I rode Betty, but
afterward I became a devotee.
On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:58:58 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote:
I've read many loving tributes to Sams
, Cecily Walker
cecily...@gmail.comjavascript:
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I'm headed toward the devotee camp myself. A friend just bought a
super-duper high end downhill mountain bike, and I want to accompany her on
some of the less strenuous but somewhat demanding single track rides that I
can't do
I use Ergon GPI Biokork grips because I need a wider platform to protect my
joints: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/product/gp1-biokork
I get the look and feel of cork with a little extra cushioning. My wrists
don't hurt at all anymore since getting these.
On Saturday, February 8, 2014
may
trigger others to share their thoughts about their experiences. It's been
fun to hear your enthusiasm for yours, and your timing on getting one was
quite lucky. Hope we hear from other happy Betty owners.
dougP
On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:58:58 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote
I've read many loving tributes to Sams, Hilsens, Hunqapillars and other Riv
bikes over the last few years, but there is precious little writing out
there about the joys of owning and riding a Betty Foy. I'm familiar with
Lovely Bicycle's faint praise, and I've read and re-read the posts (and
Soma Oxfords, the poor librarian's choice for Albatrosses (on a Soma Sutro
stem): http://www.flickr.com/photos/cecily/9535481106/
On Thursday, February 6, 2014 3:42:55 PM UTC-8, Conway Bennett wrote:
Captain Conway in Chicago here. I'm an avid reader of the group but a
sporadic poster. In
I have no thoughts on the robustness of the Riv gear, but you sure do tell
a good story.
On Monday, February 3, 2014 12:19:18 PM UTC-8, Liesl wrote:
I think this qualifies as Riv content given the nature of this winter for
many of us in the cold climes, so indulge me for a moment
This
Just like this, except browner and curvier. :-D
On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:19:37 PM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On 01/29/2014 07:04 PM, Cecily Walker wrote:
I intend to ride in a dress just for the sheer cussedness of it. :-D
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You received this message because you
be afraid of the knee
replacement - the work that goes with recovery is already built into your
psyche.
On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 9:26:23 PM UTC-6, Cecily Walker wrote:
Thanks to the miracles of modern science and physiotherapy, I'm back
riding my bike a lot sooner than expected! I'll still
I intend to ride in a dress just for the sheer cussedness of it. :-D
On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 2:22:20 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
Betty Foy on a populaire is such a nice thought.
On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 7:26:23 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote:
Thanks to the miracles of modern
It was probably a dumb idea, but I rode my Betty Foy on some (very easy)
singletrack on 38mm Soma New Express tires. Betty and I both lived to tell
about it.
On Monday, January 27, 2014 3:56:12 PM UTC-8, Mike Schiller wrote:
don't tell that to this guy.. http://instagram.com/p/b9Pm8Fp48U/
Thanks to the miracles of modern science and physiotherapy, I'm back riding
my bike a lot sooner than expected! I'll still need a knee replacement
eventually, but I was referred to a sports medicine physician who has been
giving me injections of Synvisc - a synthetic synovial fluid - in my
Just short boring commutes for now, but soon I'm going to start working on
longer rides so I can do the Pacific Populaire in
April: http://www.randonneurs.bc.ca/pacpop/what_is.html
On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 8:54:52 PM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote:
Solid. Now for pictures!best road for
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