Re: [RBW] Re: the sunflower ride...

mall saddle bag on the back of > your bike? > > Regards, > Richard > > > On Monday, July 10, 2017 at 4:08:49 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote: >> >> Heya. >> >> Been a while since I checked in this list...popped in to share a video of >> my rece

Re: [RBW] the sunflower ride...

Believe it or not it was all done with an iPhone. -E. On Mon, Jul 10, 2017 at 8:56 PM WETH wrote: > Thanks for sharing. You had a beautiful day for the ride. The blue sky > contrasting with the sunflowers was perfect. > Any details on the camera that created the video? >

[RBW] the sunflower ride...

Heya. Been a while since I checked in this list...popped in to share a video of my recent ride on Neuse River Trail to the sunflower field in Raleigh, NC. They're grown out of wastewater and used for biodiesel. Thumper (my AHH) makes an appearance, and Serenity (QB) is there as well, though you

Re: [RBW] Ride in The Dalles

Beautiful photos and writeup! -E. On Thursday, March 31, 2016, Brian Hanson wrote: > http://stonehog.com/2016/03/30/gorgeous-rides/ > > Some folks from the infamous Seattle Portland Riv Rumble did a ride last > weekend in Lyle, WA near The Dalles. Great times ensued.

Re: [RBW] Naked Appaloosa

Will you be naming "Naked Appaloosa" Lady Godiva? (Sorry, it had to be said.) But yes, I was impressed with RBW's attention to details. I got a complete but still had to put it together and appreciated how I didn't have to remember a million little things (this is the second time I've put

Re: [RBW] Re: Another Appaloosa Rider

, WA > > On Monday, March 28, 2016 at 10:02:35 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote: > >> This one's named Athansor. A good, reliable, sturdy horse for new >> beginnings and adventures :) >> >> Preliminary photos so far: (still thinking about how to build it up - >>

[RBW] Another Appaloosa Rider

This one's named Athansor. A good, reliable, sturdy horse for new beginnings and adventures :) Preliminary photos so far: (still thinking about how to build it up - suggestions welcome!) https://www.flickr.com/photos/ejchang/albums/72157664228668683 -E. -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

are to share:) > > On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 3:30:03 PM UTC-5, Eunice Chang wrote: >> >> Hi Cecily, >> >> Yay on riding your bike again! I know that feeling well! >> >> I haven't ridden much in the winter (and late fall), so when I went back >> to riding, I wa

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Advice Needed, Especially From the Riv Chica Warriors

Hi Cecily, Yay on riding your bike again! I know that feeling well! I haven't ridden much in the winter (and late fall), so when I went back to riding, I was definitely a bit saddle sore. But my recovery was like 1-2 days, provided I kept on riding everyday. Like you, most of my riding is short-

Re: [RBW] Re: OT slightly: DCBR: DC Bike Ride May 22, 2016

I might actually brave the train ride from NC for this one now that Amtrak allows bikes on trains. Sign me up (tentatively) for a Riv contingent (if there's one). -E. On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 2:13 PM, Ryan Thompson wrote: > I plan on riding with my wife and kids.

[RBW] Oops, I did it again: 2016 bike calendar

Hi all, Thought this might be of interest to the list: I made another calendar featuring mostly Riv bikes (AHH and quickbeam) for 2016. Proceeds go to Bike Durham, a local bike advocacy group. Here's the link if you want to see the calendar and order one.

Re: [RBW] Re: The Mysterious Homer

I sort-of inherited a 61 cm Homer that I named Thumper Buttercup. My only problem with it was that it rode so well and beautifully that it practically sang, and got me to buy another Rivendell, a QB. So that's my warning about Rivs, it's a slippery slope and then it's like trying to pick your

Re: [RBW] Darning wool socks

Here you go: http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEsummer08/FEATsum08TT.html - it tells you all the equipment you need, such as a darning egg (or mushroom) and tapestry needle. I don't know how thick the yarn is, but you can probably use sock yarn if you go to a yarn shop. They're wool reinforced with a

Re: [RBW] Re: My recent Coffee Outside Escapades.

That looks like a great ride though it seems like a completely different world from mine (no mountains here). Really lovely landscapes. Mine was coffee without walls (thanks to a fellow coffeeneur!). Beautiful weather for riding, too.

Re: [RBW] Re: Autumn Aspen Ride

Thank you for the photos and videos! It's not quite fall yet here (though the temps suggest otherwise) so it's nice to have some immediate gratification :) -E. On Tue, Oct 6, 2015 at 11:36 AM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > Beautiful... I have friends riding the Monarch

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Knickers

I thought the whole purpose of knickers is so that you can show off your shapely calves ^H^H^H^H^H^H^H awesome sock collection. -E. (whose favorite is discontinued ibex wool knickers + stripey socks) On Sun, Oct 4, 2015 at 8:02 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > I've done almost

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

. On Sat, Oct 3, 2015 at 11:57 PM, Hugh Smitham <hughsmit...@gmail.com> wrote: > I'll do an anti-rain dance for you tonight...and hopefully the rain will > fall on poor old parched Southern California. Hope you get it in tomorrow. > > Tail Winds, > > ~Hugh > On Oct 3,

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

I see you already did one! Yay! I'm seriously challenged as I'm dealing with water torture, I mean rain, I mean Hurricane Joaquin (it's actually been raining nonstop for two straight weeks. Everybody, including the bikes, have cabin (shed? stable?) fever. Hopefully tomorrow is more promising...

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

Never boring! So you're in for the coffeeneuring challenge, huh? -E. On Fri, Oct 2, 2015 at 10:36 PM, hsmitham wrote: > Just a boring blog post about coffee. What ever! > > http://velocipeedemusings.com/ > > Tail Winds, > > ~Hugh > > -- > You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Show me your Garage/Workshop/Cave/Storage Spaces

You might want to take a look at my late SO's bike shed/stable in this set here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/albums/72157629538063710 -E. On Fri, Sep 25, 2015 at 3:13 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > It's snug and it breaks down for multi use (it's my sanctuary away

Re: [RBW] This should be On Topic

I'd probably pay more for these boots than I would for artisan firewood. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBb9O-aW4zI -E. On Fri, Sep 18, 2015 at 12:54 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Hand made boots and shoes using traditional materials and techniques. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

ea, where are > you in NC? > > On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 12:26:44 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote: >> >> If you're curious can find history of QB here: >> >> http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/index.html >> >> -E. (fellow QB owner in NC)

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

If you're curious can find history of QB here: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/index.html -E. (fellow QB owner in NC) On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 12:11 PM, Kieran J wrote: > From the listing pictures, that QB appears to be in really nice shape. I > don't see anything

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

I have 2 riv's- AHH and QB. I love them both, but I purposefully built QB to be a bit different from AHH (less racks, thinner tires, lighter). QB is my bike of choice for longer commutes/rides that don't require me to carry anything. What everyone says is true- there's something about QB that is

Re: [RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

He's right. The art of photography is more all about what to look for than it is about equipment. All the more kudos, though, for being able to take such lovely photos (and remember the stories!) on such a long and grueling ride. -E. On Tue, Sep 1, 2015 at 5:37 PM, Iron Rider

Re: [RBW] Re: Wool blanket recommendations?

MacAusland's lap blankets are a fave of mine. I have two, one from the mill itself, another from a sheep farm near Charlottesville, VA (Juniper Moon farm). I even use them in the hot humid summers here. Juniper Moon farm blankets are in limited supply, but MacAusland has a direct site

Re: [RBW] Re: tandem captain advice?

I get to practice my powers of extrasensory perception, though. Humans are fairly predictable beings. :) -E. On Tue, Jul 21, 2015 at 5:40 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Yeah, verbal commands, maybe not so helpful... On Tue, Jul 21, 2015 at 12:13 PM, Eunice Chang sleepyn

Re: [RBW] Re: tandem captain advice?

Thank you all for your advice. It was really helpful, especially the bit about how the captain can hold the bike during mount/dismount. The ride is only 11 miles and with like 100 other folks so it's not particularly fast. You could say I would be there just to enjoy the ride...but it does give

[RBW] tandem captain advice?

This might be somewhat OT, but I thought I would ask the few of you who are tandem captains what advice you would give to a new captain. It has been a while... A charity ride is coming up this Saturday, and it's at night, and since I'm night-blind, a friend of mine has offered to captain the

Re: [RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

! On Friday, July 10, 2015 at 7:15:20 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote: I've been meaning to write this since last year. Most of you know Seth Vidal, who frequented RBW list and who was killed in a hit and run two years ago. One of the things he liked was the ride reports. He'd share them with me

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 5 (FIVE!) bikes or framesets available

Bill, You had to post these a few days before my birthday? And in my size too? Argghhh. -E. On Sat, Jul 11, 2015 at 1:31 AM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I'm roughly 5'11. My saddle height is 75.5cm. PBH something like 86.5 - 87cm. On Friday, July 10, 2015 at

Re: [RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

for taking the time to assembly those photos post. It's wonderful that a ride of remembrance continues. It's said that so long as a person is remembered, that person is still with us. dougP On Friday, July 10, 2015 at 7:15:20 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote: I've been meaning

Re: [RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

On Friday, July 10, 2015 at 8:15:20 PM UTC-6, Eunice Chang wrote: And honestly, I tried to slow down. It's not my fault Rivs are extremely efficient machines. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] ride of remembrance

Steve, Durham, NC. -E. On Sat, Jul 11, 2015 at 11:53 AM, Steven Sweedler sweed...@gmail.com wrote: Eunice, thanks for sharing, also knew Seth from the Bob list, what city did this happen in. Steve Plymouth, New Hampshire On Friday, July 10, 2015, Eunice Chang sleepyn...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

-11%2Bat%2B1.20.49%2BPM.png On Saturday, July 11, 2015 at 10:31:23 AM UTC-6, Eunice Chang wrote: Patrick, You may have a point - here's a Yehuda Moon comic illustrating that. http://yehudamoon.com/comics/2010-05-19.gif -E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

Leslie, I'm glad I'm here too. Thanks. -E. On Sat, Jul 11, 2015 at 2:04 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: On Saturday, July 11, 2015 at 9:02:45 AM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote: David, Ah, but you did. He was pretty real online, wasn't he? :) Yes, yes he was. He and I had many

[RBW] ride of remembrance

I've been meaning to write this since last year. Most of you know Seth Vidal, who frequented RBW list and who was killed in a hit and run two years ago. One of the things he liked was the ride reports. He'd share them with me and we'd plan rides. I joined the list a few months after he died,

[RBW] on spreading the joy of Rivs...

I seem to recall a post on this list that said the best way to sell (or advertise) Riv was to let someone ride your Riv. Well, I was riding with a friend who hadn't biked in a year, and she was getting faint on her Jamis commuter so we stopped and then got some coffee. On the way back, she

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki - Dog Trailers?

This thread reminded me of this ride Maggie is doing with her dog Oscar: http://totalwomenscycling.com/lifestyle/gallery-65-year-old-maggies-5000-mile-challenge-dog-oscar-underway-46838/1 I'm not sure, but I *think* the dog gets to run/walk on some of the uphills. :) -E. On Thu, Jun 4, 2015

Re: [RBW] 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen

What about prey instinct? What would happen if I unleashed squirrels and bunnies? -E. (who does not need a Homer, having one of her own, but is curious about Tibetan mastiffs and if they also come with their own vacuum cleaner) On Thu, May 21, 2015 at 9:35 PM, David Hallerman

Re: [RBW] Re: Quality budget steel bike offereings?

Before I drank the Riv kool aid, I used to ride a Breezer Uptown 8. The only thing that made it better was adding an albatross bar. :) They are really good commuter bikes for the price and come with a lot of features. And they're a great low maintenance bike. The frames are made out of aluminum,

Re: [RBW] Re: Mashley Tandem.

Very sweet tandem. May you have lots of wonderful rides together! You can send Ashley my email if she's not convinced about the benefits of being a stoker. :) Namely, stoker-cam is a lot of fun. -E. On Mon, May 11, 2015 at 5:21 PM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: Congratulations.

Re: [RBW] I love my Quickbeam.

I completely agree re: QB. They are magic. And inspire stories, which I really should write down one day. -E On Mon, May 4, 2015 at 6:26 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: I’m not sure – I bought the frame on special from Riv. They called it red, which isn’t

Re: [RBW] Re: Tough Eggs

This thread may have gotten me inspired to get eggs and bacon from the local butchery. I just carried 'em in a plastic bag in a messenger bag. Despite the bag slipping and hitting my legs and the bumpy, pothole-y path, they made it all intact. https://www.flickr.com/photos/ejchang/17360424851/

Re: [RBW] Re: aghast by Rivendells aeropressing technique.

Given the enthusiasm about the Aeropress, I thought some of you would like this amusing essay from Lapham's Quarterly about the excessive use of that newfangled, abominable, heathenish liquor called coffee. http://laphamsquarterly.org/intoxication/nauseous-puddle-water -E. (happily using her new

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?

I agree with the cycling/baseball cap endorsements. Also, wanted to give a shout out to button down shirts or anything with collars- because if you raise the collars, they can protect back of your neck. Or you can use a wet bandanna- it will cool your neck/head. -E. On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 2:13

Re: [RBW] The aftermath of my recent car vs. bike hit and run.

Like everyone else, I am sorry to hear this, especially since I live in the same state. *sigh* Hope your and your bike's recovery is as painless as possible. -E. On Thu, Mar 26, 2015 at 12:14 PM, WETH erlhous...@gmail.com wrote: Oh David, so sorry to learn of your accident. Best wishes for a

Re: [RBW] Spousal Conversion stories: they love biking after riding a Riv

Well. You could always ask her to ride a Riv frame that's just a wee bit too small for you, Like, say, an Atlantis. Let her enjoy it and discover that not all bikes ride like that- that it is possible to have a bike with this much personality, style, and smooth handling. And then, to her horror,

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

Loved looking at everyone's photos. It's always good to see different views. I only really started riding in March (thank you, 30DaysofBiking) and never really stopped. I suppose I never really stopped in general. Here's mine: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ejchang/sets/72157650123347390/ -E.

Re: [RBW] Re: A bike for Mom

Tony, You are a very good son to your mom! And not just because the bike happens to be a very similar color to my mixte. :) -Eunice (also in NC) On Sun, Jan 18, 2015 at 2:39 PM, Tony DeFilippo vpi...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks Erl! I'm happy with it, and happy it's out of the garage!! Time to

Re: [RBW] calendars

Thanks! -E. On Wed, Dec 17, 2014 at 8:51 PM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: Lovely photos, Eunice. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- 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] calendars

Hi all, Thought Riv folks might be interested: I've made a calendar full of my bike photos (including a hilsen) and am offering it for sale. I don't make a profit - I'm donating the calendar sales to a local bike advocacy organization, Bike Durham. If you're interested, take a look here:

Re: [RBW] Re: Sacks for Cats?

Assuming you're serious... try positive reinforcement (aka sheer, utter, shameless bribery with one thing your dog loves the most. sometimes it happens to be the stinkiest tennis balls, hot dogs, or smelliest cat food (uhmm, I'm running on a theme here)). It could also be that your dog is just

Re: [RBW] Re: Sacks for Cats?

prevents me from taking him further afield. http://tsaleh.blogspot.com/2008/08/some-thoughts-on-my-cat.html http://tsaleh.blogspot.com/2006/04/wink256-is-my-co-pilot.html On Wed, Dec 3, 2014 at 2:09 PM, Eunice Chang sleepyn...@gmail.com wrote: Assuming you're serious... try positive reinforcement

Re: [RBW] Re: Be thankful for everything.

Thank you, Manny. Wise words. -E. On Sat, Nov 29, 2014 at 11:29 AM, Richard rlh3...@gmail.com wrote: Grateful people are happy people. I'm grateful my health allows me to ride. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] coffeeneuring

For those of you who like coffee and bikes, here's my write up for this year's coffeeneuring challenge: https://sleepyneko.exposure.co/2014-coffeeneuring-challenge (Related Riv content: It features Thumper the AHH) Enjoy, -E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] coffeeneuring

Glad you all liked the post. The mixte is a custom made by Ezra Caldwell of Fastboy Cycles, who passed away earlier this year. -E. On Sun, Nov 23, 2014 at 6:31 PM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote: Wonderful write up and terrific pictures! While I don't participate in the coffeeneuring

Re: [RBW] Re: To the southern folk out there

Some believe the North/South designations are designated by Mason-Dixon line. As in there's no good sweet tea or grits above the mason-dixon line. Maryland is just right below the mason-dixon line, and therefore southern. In reality, it doesn't matter as all of 50 states (even Hawaii) were below

Re: [RBW] Re: Mini-Grant-Sandwiches

Have yet to read the book, but am a big sardine fan. Local place near me has a t shirt that says sardines are not for sisses (I kid you not) and serves them on a salad with slices of gruyere and roasted red pepper on top of bibb lettuce. Me, I will eat them with whatever pickles I have on hand

Re: [RBW] Re: Wheel Stabilizer or no?

I have this problem on both of my bikes. I turn the front wheel in the opposite direction of kickstand (both have single ones) and tell them in my best dog mom voice: STAY. It sort of works. Mostly because they know that if they don't, they don't get to go out of the prison ^H^H^H bike shed for a

Re: [RBW] Charlottesville peeps

I don't know about biking in Charlottesville, but I've been there a few times, and it's a very nice, picturesque little town. Absolutely beautiful in the fall. Also highly recommend visiting Monticello and surrounding areas (though biking up to Montalto might be a challenge...). -E. On Wed, Sep

Re: [RBW] Re: Well, Damn

Well, damn indeed. I'm glad you're okay, Chris. Based on previous experience, definitely take the insurance route. Riv may be able to give you an estimate for repairs. Wishing you a speedy recovery, -E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy models in Title Nine

Tarik, I believe the PhD models moved to Betabrand. That said, I do like Title Nine clothing, and find it comfortable. My only problem is that they often have a tendency to have the floral curliques or paisley or other girly designs added on much of their otherwise-sensible clothing. I know,

Re: [RBW] Re: Crane bell metals and quick reviews. Forget frame metals discussion. Lets talk bells!

First of all, thanks for the bell noise descriptions. That was very enlightening! Second- has anyone ever tried these bells? Pricey, but interesting design/material... http://sogrenibikes.com/index.php?main_page=product_infocPath=1products_id=2 -E. On Sun, Jul 27, 2014 at 7:13 PM, Montclair

Re: [RBW] Re: Jamboree and Entmoot shirts and patches

Got mine. They're lovely. That was speedy, thanks! proof it happened: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ejchang/14619038475/ -E. On Thu, Jul 10, 2014 at 1:19 AM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Please tell me people are receiving their patches and shirts... Should have

[RBW] RBW frame repair?

So...a question I've been meaning to ask for a while... Who do I contact at RBW to inquire about possibly fixing/rewelding/recycling a very bent frame? Email only as I don't really do phone calls. Thanks, Eunice -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

Re: [RBW] RBW frame repair?

Bruce, Bo, Jim, Thanks! Will contact Keven. Philip, That's a thought. Perhaps something like this? http://primalfixed.cc/post/87576922344/the-randonneur-chair -E. On Sat, Jun 28, 2014 at 7:59 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Oohhh... Whuff. All the best with that

Re: [RBW] Re: Pics of your Riv with a wild animal...

Does this count? He can be wild, especially when there are other dogs involved... https://www.flickr.com/photos/ejchang/14459869784/ A few days ago, Thumper (AHH) met a rabbit in my driveway. They engaged in some sort of intra? inter? species standoff. The Riv won, of course. No photos, alas...

Re: [RBW] It's like getting a personalized letter from Santa and the Easter Bunny, all rolled into one

Awesome! -E. On Mon, Jun 16, 2014 at 6:17 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: Wow!! Sent from my iPhone On Jun 16, 2014, at 3:16 PM, Cecily Walker cecily.wal...@gmail.com wrote: I went to check my mail today and what should I see but a handwritten postcard from the folks

Re: [RBW] Summer Starts.

I don't know about everyone else here, but your gain is my gain too. It means more Manny photos and me going on a repeat cycle of oh, this is awesome! you could do it. no I couldn't. that's INSANE. yes you could. look at how awesome it is. The only way to shut up that voice in my head is to go

Re: [RBW] BTWD San Diego 2014

That is my favorite part of any ride. Beautiful photo. -E. On Tue, Jun 3, 2014 at 12:07 AM, Tom Virgil tevir...@gmail.com wrote: Our BTWD was delayed by two weeks due to the fires in San Diego. All is well now (for most of us, but my heart goes out to those who lost). The morning pit

Re: [RBW] Re: OT - RIP Ezra Caldwell. Bike builder, photographer, cook, dance instructor, blogger, husband, and all around cool dude.

The last time I talked to Ezra was in November. We talked about Seth, bikes, and how to deal with the aftermath. He made me a special pill flask (brass and steel) for Seth's ashes and I roped a piece of bike grease stained twine through it. It broke my heart how unbelievably kind he was knowing

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Hammocking!

Definitely a highlight of civilized living. And very, very jealous as I can't do that without getting eaten alive by mosquitoes. -E. On Tue, May 27, 2014 at 9:04 PM, Eric Platt epericmpl...@gmail.com wrote: Nice. Totally jealous. Thinking I need to do a variant of that soon. Where was

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Hammocking!

Hennessy Hammock, where have you been all my life? Thank you for pointing me in the right direction! -E. On Tue, May 27, 2014 at 10:37 PM, Liesl li...@smm.org wrote: Eric, it's the south bank of Minnehaha Creek at maybe ... somewhere west of Lyndale. Yes, the Hennessy hammock! We'll have

Re: [RBW] Writing a poem is like riding a bike. Kinda.

+1. Thanks for sharing! -E. On Sat, May 24, 2014 at 2:50 PM, Mike Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.comwrote: Awesome Manny! Sent from my iPhone On May 24, 2014, at 8:20 AM, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Not Rivendell related but too good not to share. My favorite

Re: [RBW] Mirrors and gadgets (was Why Wear a Helmet?)

Dear Jim, My deepest condolences. It is never an easy thing to lose a friend. -Eunice On Wed, May 21, 2014 at 2:03 AM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: I just started using a helmet mirror because my friend got ran over and killed last Saturday on a popular cycling route. I can

Re: [RBW] Why Wear a Helmet?

Here's a counter-link: http://www.vox.com/2014/5/16/5720762/stop-forcing-people-to-wear-bike-helmets At this point, I think it's more important that we encourage people to bike, rather than scaring them out of biking. That alone will help awareness and hopefully change transportation

Re: [RBW] Shop in Manhattan for sensible bikes

I've been to Adeline Adeline and yes, they are very nice. They might give off a frou frou vibe but they do know their stuff and will treat customers equally- Seth bought his helmet there a few years ago. The other option, if your niece is into folding bikes (handy in NYC apartments), NYCE wheels

Re: [RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

happy to see you finding a path toward healing. Bikes and dogs good medicine. Since you are a Mary Oliver fan let me recommend Dog Songs; it's wonderful. Michael On Thursday, May 1, 2014 9:10:32 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote: I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking

[RBW] 30daysofbiking

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. But if you read it all the way through you might be rewarded with glimpses of Thumper Buttercup, aka Seth's A.H.H., which I

Re: [RBW] New Old Speedblends

I have a friend who, every time I mention Ooh, I like this bike! I like that one! says [color of the bike] is the fastest color. He'd say you have won the lottery big time. -E. On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 2:06 PM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: I came across a set of used 700x35 pasela

Re: [RBW] What do you do on your Birthaday?

Hugh, Happy Birthday! Chris, +1 on Birthday rides always have a special quality -E. On Thu, Apr 24, 2014 at 2:48 PM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: Fantastic report. Excellent pictures. Birthday rides always have a special quality On Thu, Apr 24, 2014 at 11:46 AM, Hugh Smitham

Re: [RBW] What does rollerblading in slow motion have to do with Rivendell and riding?

I can't watch the video- it isn't captioned, so I don't know the details, but I get the gist of it. For what it's worth, I ride my bike first thing in the morning if I can, and it's usually the only time I get to ride. I just go to the coffee shop, fill my thermos, and go outside and watch the

Re: [RBW] Re: Leaping onto an Atlantis

Emily, I'm going to quote someone who was wiser than me. If it makes you happy and enjoy the rides more, the cost is trivial. If it makes you ride more, that's a bonus. It's more of a quality thing. And if you can afford it, go for it. If you can't, you might want to look for an used Atlantis or

[RBW] The Atlantic article about cycling in the south

FYI- because it briefly mentions Seth Vidal, formerly on the RBW-owners list. -Eunice -- 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] Re: Yet more travel coffee questions!

Uh, I'm not sure if I can weigh in considering I'm not exactly a Riv owner, but here goes... Like Manny, I drink my coffee black, but I've had to deal with folks who insist on cream in their coffee or they won't drink it. That is, cream, not half and half, not lo-fat milk, not whole milk, but

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for tandems?

I haven't been on a tandem bike for over six months so I'd forgotten all about that. The bike friday does have something called thudbuster, and I liked that. I used a sprung saddle for a while and hated it, but that might have to do with the actual saddle/seatpost than anything else (it kept

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for tandems?

As a stoker, I have to chime in. I've tried like 5-6 different tandems and here's what I know: It does make a difference in how fast you want to go- the lightest frame will go very fast. However- you really have to check your brakes because when you go downhill on a tandem, you go much, much

[RBW] Re: The why post? You decide.

Thanks for your words, Hugh. There is no easy way to deal with this, but doing what you love always seems to be the right thing to do. If Seth was in heaven, I suspect it'd look like this: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ejchang/7091026041/ -Eunice On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 6:35:13 PM UTC-5,

[RBW] Re: Regarding Seth Vidal

-in-bikers-death http://www.newsobserver.com/2014/01/08/3516480/hit-and-run-driver-to-serve-1.html Eunice On Saturday, July 20, 2013 9:43:34 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote: Hi- You don't know me, but I'm Seth's partner Eunice. I have debated sending this, because I'm not really a Riv owner

[RBW] Re: Regarding Seth Vidal

Hi- You don't know me, but I'm Seth's partner Eunice. I have debated sending this, because I'm not really a Riv owner but thought you all might want to know. The bike he rode when he was killed was his Romulus. I don't know where it is, but it's probably being held for evidence. The other