[RBW] Re: My Purple Glorious was Stolen

2017-06-29 Thread Evan E.
Fantastic news! Terrific team effort. While we're on the subject of bike theft, please keep a look out for my Rivish Austro-Daimler Superleicht (picture attached). Stolen from my garage (yes, it was locked, but even a stout cable lock is no match for bolt cutters) in North Beach, San

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 58cm A. Homer Hilsen.

2017-06-28 Thread Evan E.
Dang. Sweet. Someone buy this bike! -- 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 post to this group,

[RBW] Re: Breaking in a leather Brooks

2017-06-20 Thread Evan E.
Proofide contains beef tallow. Obenauf's LP doesn't. Some people who work with leather professionally say that tallow is good for leather. Other say that tallow goes rancid and that it's bad for leather. After spending at least two hours reading the arguments and testimony of professionals and

[RBW] Re: New charity build

2017-04-28 Thread Evan E.
Beautiful! Especially love the chain guard and the fender line. -- 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: The One in Which LeahFoy is Chased by Vicious Dog on TBBITW and Lives Another Day

2017-04-20 Thread Evan E.
Love it. (Leah, could you post a new story each week, please?) -- 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] N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

2017-04-03 Thread Evan E.
"How do you decide how many bikes to own?" First, I look at my "needs." Then I look at the garage space in which I can fit bikes. Result: For me, three bikes is plenty. One road bike. One single speed. One commuter/all-rounder. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Nice conspicuity finds at the Japanese import store

2017-03-29 Thread Evan E.
Those LED valve caps are great -- BUT the batteries inside them last only about three or four hours. At least mine did. I stumbled across them on eBay, bought them, liked them, and then on my second or third ride, noticed they weren't working. Inquired with seller. Seller told me it's normal

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborn

2017-03-09 Thread Evan E.
Carla: About five years ago I bought a brand-new 56 Sam in 700c. Loved it: comfortable, stable, versatile, fun. I only sold it because I discovered that I much prefer my bikes pre-scratched and at least 20 years old. But that was just my particular illness. The Sam was (is) still a terrific

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

2017-02-15 Thread Evan E.
No matter how often we discuss this topic of right livelihood -- maybe once a year? -- I always find it interesting. By and large, I try to buy merchandise from Rivendell and to buy labor from my LBS. Once in a while, I'll buy an item from an online merchant, particularly if, per Grant's post

[RBW] Re: From the mouths of babes.

2017-01-30 Thread Evan E.
Marc: Awesome! There is hope. Thanks for posting. I agree with Ian: the social acceptance of bicycles may well vary with region -- or even within a given zip code. I teach at a university and, years ago, I thought my students might think it was cool if I brought my bike helmet to class and set

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day (Rosco Road 53cm)

2017-01-11 Thread Evan E.
Beautiful bike, Dave! Can't wait to see it in person. -- 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

[RBW] Re: New (to-me) Roadeo!

2017-01-10 Thread Evan E.
Beautiful bike, Paul! Please post often. I like reading what you write, and I imagine I'm not the only one here. > Evan SF, 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

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne Finally Arrived

2017-01-04 Thread Evan E.
Daniel, Beautiful! Congratulations. Evan -- 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 post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

2016-12-18 Thread Evan E.
Deacon Patrick, I love this line of yours: "Grant Petersen's Quickbeam is always comfortable, never comforting, always challenging, always enlivening. . . " Sounds great! My old Raleigh Competition, converted to single speed, offers similar rigor and reward. Evan Elliot SF, CA > -- You

[RBW] Re: 25 years now

2016-12-01 Thread Evan E.
Well said, Ted! -- 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 post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Choosing between Sam and Joe

2016-11-27 Thread Evan E.
I vote for Sam. It's a tad lighter, so its ride is apt to be a bit more spritely. And it's still stout enough for camping and for on-pavement touring. By the way: When you say the Joe A. was "quite different," could you describe the difference? -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 53cm Roadeo

2016-11-20 Thread Evan E.
Wow. Beautiful bike at a beautiful price. I'm bumping this thread to keep it high on the 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

Re: [RBW] Good news, bad news: Rejoining the peloton

2016-11-13 Thread Evan E.
Yay! Welcome back, Deacon! Evan E. SF, 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.co

Re: [RBW] 1994 Bridgestone Catalog

2016-10-08 Thread Evan E.
James: Thanks for the tip on the 1991 catalog(ue). I just read it, and liked it, on Sheldon Brown's site. Interesting to read Grant's thoughts on frame flex / planing: "The frame is a spring. Like a sprung wooden floor or a diving board, it flexes and repays energy on the rebound." As for the

Re: [RBW] My First Rivendell + Ride Report

2016-10-03 Thread Evan E.
Congratulations, Joe! Your All Rounder looks fantastic. Thanks for letting me ride it (carefully) a few miles to the bike shop for packing and shipping! > Evan E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

[RBW] Re: Opinion on Jitensha Bar

2016-09-30 Thread Evan E.
Scott has probably already done his research, but just in case it helps anyone else on the list, here are four bars that, as far as I can tell, offer a similar shape: - Nitto B2522 Jitensha bar: aluminum, 580mm wide, no rise - Ahearne + MAP bar: aluminum, 575mm or 615mm wide, 25mm rise -

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

2016-09-25 Thread Evan E.
Leah, Please post a bus update at least once a week! For one thing, it's just plain fun to hear about your adventures and read your observations. For another, it'll be fascinating to see how things change in your neighborhood, or perhaps don't change, as the weather cools, as your bus gains

[RBW] Re: JumboBackabikeGrabbySackThingy

2016-09-25 Thread Evan E.
Looks great! -- 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 post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Becoming an "Unracer"

2016-09-23 Thread Evan E.
Welcome! That's a beautiful Sam. I agree that it's a great all-rounder. Evan -- 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: Thank you and "Enjoy the Ride!"

2016-09-14 Thread Evan E.
Deacon Patrick, No! Please stay. But if you really must go, then please DO stop by at least once a month, OK? I will sorely miss your thoughts and your pictures and your buoyant spirit. And as this thread shows, I am not alone! Evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] For Sale or Free: Jack Brown Blues, Schwalbe Marathon, Vittoria Voyager Hyper

2016-09-04 Thread Evan E.
-1-fkmr0=vittoria+hyper+folding Pick up in San Francisco (North Beach). But if you want the folding Vittoria tire and you aren't near SF, then I'll ship it to you at cost. Please reply off list if you are able. Thank you, Evan E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

2016-08-30 Thread Evan E.
Leah, Yikes! Your latest installment is harrowing and funny, rich in detail and awesome. Please post a new story daily. Leah's Bus Blog! Evan E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: RBW Garage Sale scores

2016-08-28 Thread Evan E.
Looks like a great time! And please, if you were there, confirm this: Shimano LX hubs, brand new, 32 hole, for $1 each? I think I'm going to be sick. Evan E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Parts FS

2016-08-15 Thread Evan E.
Dave, I sent you a private message yesterday (Sunday) regarding the seat post. If you didn't receive it, please reply here and I'll try again. Sorry, everyone, for the public message here, but sometimes a public message seems necessary. Thanks, Evan -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Wool Shirts/Jerseys

2016-08-10 Thread Evan E.
Hunter: Ibex and Icebreaker are two well-known purveyors of wool shirts. And of course Rivendell might have a few in stock that will work for you. And, yes, Road Holland. Make sure to check the content of each shirt. I think some are called "wool blend," but wool is less than 50% of the

[RBW] Re: silly question re: cyclometers

2016-07-27 Thread Evan E.
t names especially appreciated! And if you've outgrown a device because it's too basic for you, you may have a buyer in me. Thanks, Evan E. in S.F. On Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 6:32:39 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote: > > Whatever lowest level Garmin (Edge 20 or 25?)has will do everything you &g

[RBW] Re: Intro.....my humble roots, with some Riv content

2016-07-24 Thread Evan E.
Welcome, Linda! Great story about your Fleetwing. Please do post pics of (and stories about) your Clem when you receive it. Evan -- 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: Panaracer Pasela (pair) 700x35, wire bead, gumwall. Pick up in S.F.

2016-07-21 Thread Evan E.
Sold! Thanks. -- 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 post to this group, send email to

[RBW] FS: Panaracer Pasela (pair) 700x35, wire bead, gumwall. Pick up in S.F.

2016-07-21 Thread Evan E.
Remember when these tires were the bee's knees? They're still pretty good. One might even call them supple. Two Panaracer Pasela tires, non-Tourguard, 700x35, with wire bead and tan sidewalls. Ridden less than 100 miles. They're a bit too close to my fenders for comfort, so I'm passing them

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

2016-06-07 Thread Evan E.
My Wald basket (from Riv) is attached to my Soma rack with zip ties. Four of them are black and stout. Four of them are white and of medium heft. They've been there for nine months. I commute five days a week and park my bike outdoors, albeit in the shade. I can neither see nor feel any

Re: [RBW] Re: OT - Help me decide how to spend a day in Sacramento /San Francisco

2016-06-06 Thread Evan E.
Sean, I won't add to your confusion by piling on more suggestions, but I will say that if you decide to ride a bike in SF, let us know. With a few weeks' notice, a few of us could maybe arrange to meet you at the Ferry Building in SF and take you on a ride to the Marin Headlands (yes, the GG

[RBW] Re: Wald Basket??

2016-06-05 Thread Evan E.
I agree: the medium Wald basket from Riv, affixed to a SOMA Lucas small front rack, is a good setup. As for Michael's original post: About ten years ago I tried the Wald 135 Grocery Basket with the stock struts, and if I loaded the basket with heavy groceries (such as milk), the basket swayed

Re: [RBW] Re: Lake Tahoe 72 mile ride succesfully completed!

2016-06-05 Thread Evan E.
Congratulations, Rene! Inspiring! -- 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 post to this group,

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

2016-05-24 Thread Evan E.
Yep! I'll third the MKS RMX Sneaker Pedals from Rivendell. -- 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: Seeking Help in the San Francisco Area

2016-05-09 Thread Evan E.
Hi Joe, I can help. I work eight blocks from Haight-Ashbury, and I could deliver the bike to American Cyclery in the same area; they can box it and ship it to you. Please reply via private message (if you can) and we'll make a plan. Evan E. SF, CA -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: How to make donation to RBW

2016-05-04 Thread Evan E.
I like Bill's and Deacon's notion of "pay it forward in goods to the group." (When I asked about a monetary donation to Jim, it was a holdover from the Cyclofiend days when he requested donations to help with server fees, if I recall.) Suggestion: Perhaps when we post each free/pay-it-forward

[RBW] Re: Free XD2R with shipping and donation to RBW

2016-05-03 Thread Evan E.
Great idea to donate to this forum! How do you do it, exactly? By way of a Paypal payment to Cyclofiend Jim? Or . . .? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Conversations with Grandma

2016-05-02 Thread Evan E.
Some of Garth's posts remind me of the text on Dr. Bronner's liquid soap bottles back in the 1980s. "Everything *here!* Fully self supplied! All clean. All one! All truth! Dilute dilute dilute OK!" :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: New Roadeo

2016-04-27 Thread Evan E.
Welcome to the list, Eric! Beautiful bike. [General note to the posters on this thread: Velo Orange makes Porteur bars in 22.2 and also in 23.8. But since this is the Riv list, maybe think about Choco Normal bars?] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Cotton Bar Tape - To Pad, Or Not

2016-04-25 Thread Evan E.
Drew: The PolyWhey polyurethane takes just two hours to dry. But I let it dry overnight: safe side. Before my first ride, in a rainstorm, I had just one coat of urethane on my Riv-content Newbwaum's bar tape (no padding). The tape and the finish held up fine. Before my next ride, I added

[RBW] Re: Cotton Bar Tape - To Pad, Or Not

2016-04-25 Thread Evan E.
Frank, To further muddy the waters, I suggest you consider polyurethane instead of shellac. I like shellac, but a few weeks ago when I was running low on shellac, I recalled that a list member recommended polyurethane because it's more durable. And I had a can handy, so. Here it is. It's

Re: [RBW] Re: Gardian article about the changes in cycling culture...

2016-04-22 Thread Evan E.
If the author of the Guardian article were to visit, say, Northern California, and stumble upon an unofficial ride of lugged-steel enthusiasts, might he write a follow-up article with the same broad brush that he used to portray road/sports cyclists in England? If so, would he write something

Re: [RBW] Re: Gardian article about the changes in cycling culture...

2016-04-21 Thread Evan E.
"Cycling has become the new golf. It’s what men of a certain age, men with money and power, chat about after meetings." "The focus has moved to sportives, to carbon fibre frames, to Rapha Sky-branded kits, to gels, training techniques, times, pace and cadence." "It’s hard to find the hippies

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-21 Thread Evan E.
Jock: That's a great story! Julian: It occurs to me that the guy who said mean things about your Rambouillet actually covets it. Seriously. Imagine this: ROADIE: "Where'd you get that relic?" JULIAN: (Smiles. Doesn't reply.) ROADIE: "Is it from the sixties or the seventies?" JULIAN:

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-20 Thread Evan E.
Ron said: "Evan, we're not bad people." I agree! I like everybody on this list. And I like bike riders in general. My only point is that every time I see a thread such as this one (and I've seen scores of them over the years) at least one person mentions how he or she dropped/passed a roadie

Re: [RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-20 Thread Evan E.
One day I'd love to see a thread in which no one says something to the effect of "Those Lycra-clad roadies stop laughing at my bike when I drop them without even trying." I am definitely not criticizing anyone on this thread, or any bike riders in particular. I'm just observing that many of

[RBW] Re: Steerer Tube Honing

2016-04-02 Thread Evan E.
I sometimes wonder why Rivendell sells only the Tallux with its 225mm quill. After all, not every bike has a long steerer/head tube and not every rider needs a tall stem. This is not a criticism of Rivendell; it's just an idle thought. (For my old Raleigh Competition I bought a Technomic Deluxe

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa on the Radavist

2016-03-30 Thread Evan E.
Great story and photos! But I do wonder about this fragment: "their [Rivendell's] two most famous touring bikes, the Sam Hillborne and the Hunqapillar." Um, Atlantis? Evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Bombadil Frame, Wheelset, Dynamo Front Wheel, Gugino Double Crankset

2016-03-30 Thread Evan E.
Price of Sugino crank? Length of arms? Thanks. -- 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 post to

[RBW] Re: Another Appaloosa Rider

2016-03-29 Thread Evan E.
Eunice: Congratulations! Love the bike. Love the blue. It looks almost Atlantis greenish? -- 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: Romulus refurbished as 650b

2016-03-24 Thread Evan E.
Wow! Beautiful color. Beautiful head tube. Beautiful everything. > -- 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: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

2016-03-19 Thread Evan E.
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/5494438043.html Must. Be. Strong. Must. Resist. -- 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: [socalallrounders] Re: Strada Rossa March 19th... you all are invited!

2016-03-10 Thread Evan E.
David, Ouch! I broke my left collarbone on January 2. It's healed now. Wishing you a speedy and full recovery. Evan -- 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

[RBW] Re: MIESHA HAS LEFT RIVENDELL

2016-03-10 Thread Evan E.
In my many trips to Rivendell, Miesha was always friendly and patient and helpful, with a low-key warmth that was calming (I second what Joe B. said). I wish her well with her county job, and best of luck landing a better commute. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Used Rambouillet Value?

2016-03-02 Thread Evan E.
All Rambouillets are beautiful, but the orange is transcendent. Hard to put a price on transcendent, though. Maybe an extra $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

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

2016-03-02 Thread Evan E.
This event sounds fantastic! Bravo to David for setting it up. (Am bummed that I'll be away on vacation at that time.) -- 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

[RBW] Re: NAHBS Rivendell Owner's Bunch/iBOB Social Ride--Sat 2/27 5:30pm

2016-02-28 Thread Evan E.
It was great to see the bikes but even better to see and meet so many Riv and iBOB people! Just a few pics. I gravitated toward the more classic bikes -- and the old ones: https://www.flickr.com/photos/128169182@N04/albums/72157665033167502 -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Rodeo photeo

2016-02-28 Thread Evan E.
Beautiful bike, Bruce! Interesting to hear Don speak of gold overspray. I imagine it adds a subtle something -- as it did with the orange Rambouillet. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: NAHBS Rivendell Owner's Bunch/iBOB Social Ride--Sat 2/27 5:30pm

2016-02-22 Thread Evan E.
Hi Jeremy, Four of us will meet you at Capitol Garage at about 5pm on Saturday. (We'll be driving back to the Bay Area soon afterwards, so no ride for us.) Thanks for organizing this. Looking forward to it! Evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW and Meaning

2016-02-21 Thread Evan E.
Patrick wrote: "if I could spend the same on just a quarter of things, but have those things top quality, made locally, and meet my needs without compromise, I'd be happier with what I have." Yep! I imagine that most people on this list like the idea of products that work well, look good, last

[RBW] Re: RBW and Meaning

2016-02-19 Thread Evan E.
I'm a fan of Rivendell because it slakes (and also increases) my thirst for craft and quality, beauty and utility, fun and freedom — and community, too. Grant, with his writings and with his bicycle designs and with the products he sells, has created a world that I want to live in. In this

Re: [RBW] Re: CLEM-mentum

2016-02-15 Thread Evan E.
Yep! I expect to soon see Clem reviewed -- and its planing praised -- in Bicycle Quarterly. -- 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] Recent Atlantis build highlights

2016-02-14 Thread Evan E.
Thanks for the Waterford color info. Beautiful! On Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 11:09:46 AM UTC-8, Gravel & Grind Espresso + Bikes wrote: > > Cinnamon candy over brickyard red. Varies, look wise, from bike to bike, a > bit. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: PSA: 54cm Quickbeam on Los Angeles Craigslist

2016-02-13 Thread Evan E.
Beautiful bike. Surprised it's still available. -- 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 post to

Re: [RBW] Recent Atlantis build highlights

2016-02-08 Thread Evan E.
James, To my eye, the color on your Atlantis demo bike appears to have more red/orange in it than the brownish Copper Metallic color shown on Waterford's site. Any thoughts on that? I'm only asking (and obsessing over small details) because I think the color on your bike is beautiful--right

[RBW] Re: Rivs in the UK

2016-02-03 Thread Evan E.
Stephen, If you make the (long) trip to the Bay Area, let us know in advance of your arrival. I think many Riv riders (and Riv fans) would welcome you--and maybe even accompany you on your Riv test rides, if you would like. Evan E. SF, CA -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

2016-01-27 Thread Evan E.
Welcome, Dan! That is one beautiful Bleriot. Great story, Amit! - Evan -- 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: The newest BLUG

2016-01-14 Thread Evan E.
Thanks, Drew. Well said. -- 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 post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Days are getting longer!

2016-01-10 Thread Evan E.
As usual, that's the deacon, thinking positive! Stay warm, everybody. Evan -- 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] PSA: Eroica California early registration

2015-12-30 Thread Evan E.
Justin: I'm pretty sure that if you show up on a Saluki with drop bars, non-aero brake levers, down tube shift levers, and toe clips with straps, you and your bike will be welcome. [Speaking of toe clips, please send me an email. Thanks.] -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: New to me Rambouillet, with photos

2015-12-15 Thread Evan E.
"It's also orange, which is the very best, and fastest, color." Rambouillet orange is the best Riv color yet. Fact! Congratulations! -- 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] For Sale: Large ShopSack, Olive

2015-12-08 Thread Evan E.
Good condition. Used gently and seldom. Happy to send you pictures if you like, but it looks just like the larger ShopSack that Rivendell shows here: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bashm-o.htm I'm selling this bag only because I've switched to a medium Wald basket, and the large ShopSack

[RBW] OT: Help My Colleague Replace Her Stolen Bike?

2015-12-04 Thread Evan E.
to check with you-all. Anyone? Just think of the good holiday karma. Thank you, Evan E. -- 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-ow

[RBW] Re: Riv Woody Wagon

2015-11-18 Thread Evan E.
Looks good, John! Like a double top tube. -- 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 post to this

Re: [RBW] Mount Diablo trails ride

2015-11-13 Thread Evan E.
Rene, I hope this link will work for you: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/bay-area-rivendell-riders Evan -- 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

[RBW] Re: Niles Canyon Ride

2015-11-10 Thread Evan E.
Yep! Great ride with good folks. Thanks, John, for posting. Evan -- 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] Crankset Advice

2015-11-10 Thread Evan E.
Wow. This Sugino crankset that David B. mentioned sounds like a good deal--especially because you can set it up as a double: https://www.benscycle.com/p-914-sugino-xd-fixed-gear-crankset.aspx -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Richard Sachs

2015-11-05 Thread Evan E.
If I recall, Richard Sachs doesn't just use "ATMO" as shorthand for "according to my opinion." He also uses it as a period, a comma, an interjection, a pause! Anyway, he certainly makes beautiful and functional bicycles—and he's inspired and helped many, many riders and builders over the

[RBW] WTT: Your green Shopsack size medium for my green Shopsack size large

2015-11-03 Thread Evan E.
If you have a green Sackville Shopsack, size medium, you wanna trade? My large version is in good condition, gently used. Would be happy to send you pictures. Please reply off list. Thanks, Evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-19 Thread Evan E.
Keven: Every time I visit Rivendell, I feel nervous and awkward because, yes, I am that big a Rivendell fan. But you, with your welcoming manner and pleasant demeanor, make me feel almost calm. For that I thank you. Oh, and I thank you for putting me on a Sam Hillborne roughly three years ago,

[RBW] Re: PSA: Cunningham medical fund

2015-10-14 Thread Evan E.
It's great that Grant and Riv are, as usual, being generous and awesome. So dig deep for Charlie, everybody. (I just made a second donation.) Evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: PSA: Cunningham medical fund

2015-10-07 Thread Evan E.
Thanks for posting, Bill. I just pitched in. Check the comment from Grant on the GoFundMe page. -- 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: Laid off and in a Quandary

2015-10-06 Thread Evan E.
Wayne: Clem or no Clem, best of luck on your next (ad)venture! Evan -- 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: The Manny Strap?

2015-09-29 Thread Evan E.
Excellent! I knew Manny was famous (and rightly so), but now he's immortal. -- 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: September 20 Marin Headlands/Pre Rivendell picnic ride

2015-09-20 Thread Evan E.
Great ride today! Thanks to David for planning the route. Anyone have some decent pics to post? Riv Picnic pictures, too? -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

2015-09-18 Thread Evan E.
I've always admired and appreciated Grant's candor. To me, it's one of the many things that makes Rivendell great. On the other hand, I feel kind of sorry for the customer who requested a replacement. Yes, the customer's request was unreasonable. Yes, the customer's note was rude. But the

Re: [RBW] Re: 59 cm Legolas on CList near me; $1400 f/f/hs

2015-09-06 Thread Evan E.
Congratulations, Tom! Beautiful bike. > -- 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 post to this

[RBW] Re: FS: Odds, Ends, Bars, Bends

2015-09-05 Thread Evan E.
Hi Justin, I've sent you two private messages about the King Toe Cages. Perhaps they didn't go through? Please let me know here and I'll try to find another way to reach you. Thanks, Evan E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: FS: Orange 54 Rambouillet

2015-09-02 Thread Evan E.
Ohmygoshthatsabeautifulbike. Evan -- 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 post to this group,

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Red

2015-08-24 Thread Evan E.
Dave's burnt orange/copper/root beer Homer is almost as beautiful as an orange-with-gold-iridescent-shimmer Rambouillet. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Wheels for 97 Riv Road

2015-08-21 Thread Evan E.
Hi Jim: Sorry to state the obvious, but you could begin with this page and then go from there: http://www.rivbike.com/700c-Wheels-and-Rims-s/122.htm Evan in San Francisco -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Liquid Proofide?

2015-08-17 Thread Evan E.
I think fridge storage is a good idea. If it's true the Proofide contains tallow, then refrigeration will delay rancidity. -- 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,

[RBW] PSA: Romulus for sale. The price is your birth year.

2015-08-14 Thread Evan E.
Forgive me if this has already been posted, but here's a pristine Romulus for sale at College Park Bicycles/Mt. Airy Bicycles in Maryland: http://bike123.com/used_bikes/used_sbikesview.php?ID=3528 The owner, Larry Black, told me this via email just today: To celebrate our 36th birthday next

[RBW] Re: Bike Flights experience so far...pretty good

2015-08-10 Thread Evan E.
I've heard nothing but good things about BikeFlights. By chance has anyone tried ShipBikes.com? My LBS uses them. And ShipBikes.com also ships via FedEx, so I'm curious to know the difference (if any) between BikeFlights and ShipBikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Congrats Manny!!!

2015-08-10 Thread Evan E.
Congratulations Manny! Honeymoon at PBP? Evan -- 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 post to this

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