Re: [RBW] Re: ESI Chunky Grips with bar end shifter wire question

2023-05-28 Thread REC
Exactly!  And, beautiful 1st gen Clementine. I’ll go ahead and have them order the grips for me. Thanks, everyone. Sent from my iPadOn May 28, 2023, at 9:34 PM, Mackenzy Albright wrote:I just put the cable in place and sprayed the bar and ESI grip with rubbing alcohol. Works great. Shifts great.

Re: [RBW] Re: ESI Chunky Grips with bar end shifter wire question

2023-05-28 Thread REC
Thank you both. The shifter with its housing would go between the grip and the bar. I’m leaning toward doing this with the tan grip (closely matches the head tube color) unless I hear “don’t do it.” I getcha about having a channel. The mechanic from Keystone Bikes would do this, not me. Roberta 

Re: [RBW] Re: Signing up for Scary Things: Intro to Bike Mechanics

2023-02-20 Thread REC
There’s someone in the Philadelphia area (I’m not connected to seller) who is selling intermediate/advanced toolkit.   We could get up a collection and present it to our BBDD!  :). intermediate/advanced tool kit - bicycle parts - by owner - bike salephiladelphia.craigslist.orgSent from my iPhoneOn

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus questions

2023-02-10 Thread REC
I’ve been lucky enough to have ridden all of them, but only own Homer and Platy.  I sold my Appaloosa two years ago to buy the Platy.   My test ride on an Atlantis was what sold me on Rivendell.   Leah, BBDD, has a Platy and Clem L.   Clem L rode nicely. Platy is sportier.  I know the wheelbases

Re: [RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo 2022

2022-10-04 Thread REC
That’s a lovely ride, small gravel for 5 miles over Forbidden Drive (forbidden to cars) then MUP to Kelly Drive. I suggest from Kelly Drive, right turn at Falls Bridge over the Schuylkill, left at MLK drive then car-free road for next four miles to the Art Museum. Then have your GPS to the

Re: [RBW] Platy Lug: Different. Which one do you have?

2022-04-09 Thread REC
Perhaps you got what was planned and they needed to go to plan B for the big lot of Platys. Truth be told, I never would have been able to tell you if there was a lug down there until I looked yesterday. > On Apr 9, 2022, at 6:21 PM, Leah Peterson wrote: > >  > Except my raspberry 55

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Riv Hat

2021-08-11 Thread REC
It’s good elastic but out for yea/nay for person #2. If he passes I’ll send you pics. Also I told him his head cannot be too big. I meant that literally but figuratively it might be! . Roberta Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 11, 2021, at 10:51 AM, J S wrote: > > Roberta, if no other takers

Re: [RBW] Re: Question about shim when swapping Albatross for Billie

2021-06-07 Thread REC
Thank you all. I have two metal shims, so will probably take it to lbs. > On Jun 7, 2021, at 9:06 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Email sent to you. I'ma need a close-up pic where the bar goes into the stem > to be sure what we're dealing with here. > > > >> On Monday, June 7, 2021 at 5:37:35

Re: [RBW] Re: Need Platypus tire advice

2021-05-15 Thread REC
Another quickie. The Nitto racks are beautiful but heavy. I have one of the Axiom racks and it is matte silver rather than beautiful shiny but a much lighter. I’m SO excited for you Mine in two weeks. We will WOW them when bikers see a Platy pod coming towards them when we go for a

Re: [RBW] Re: For Sale: Saddles, Drive Train from Joe Appaloosa, other small items

2021-04-14 Thread REC
Liz, The Flyer went out last night USPS Priority Mail due 4/17, according to the paperwork. My experience is to add a few extra days. Tracking 9505 5155 1347 1103 5289 74: https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction?tLabels=9505515513471103528974

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

2021-02-13 Thread REC
That’s from Blue Lug in Japan. Because of their proximity, they get their shipment directly from the builder. I got that information somewhere on Riv’s website or an email or something... My impression is that they haven’t landed at HQ yet. Roberta Sent from my iPad > On Feb 13, 2021, at

Re: [RBW] Re: To My Platypus People!

2021-02-12 Thread REC
It’srealluy pretty even with the yellow lighting. Look at the head tube color. It should be cream. Sent from my iPad > On Feb 12, 2021, at 10:30 PM, Leah Peterson wrote: > > I’m thinking this is the lime-olive... > > > > Sent from my iPhone > >>> On Feb 10, 2021, at 1:42 PM, Joe Bernard

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

2020-10-17 Thread REC
+1 (908) 313-5189 Bob. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 16, 2020, at 10:47 PM, Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY > wrote: > > The Homer then? Could be puddles. I'll be on a blue bike too! I think I'm > taking the unfendered bluey, puddles be derned. > -Kai > >> On Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

2020-05-15 Thread REC
Both potential names are embarrassing. A regal name for a regal bike A lovely name for a lovely bike... To add to Leah’s list of lovely Riv names, I submit Joe Appaloosa, which if they shortened it to just Appaloosa would define that bike and it’s ride. Do I really want my new bike to be

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

2020-04-27 Thread REC
Very impressive! It started raining here when I was to go out, so I’ll have to live rides vicariously thru the group. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 27, 2020, at 7:04 PM, 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > >  > I did 22 miles today. I watched an interesting drama unfold alongside the

Re: [RBW] Lighten Up: Clem Edition

2020-04-12 Thread REC
Yes, I swapped my saddle and removed my Carradice Junior bag. It was still heavy but so much better. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 12, 2020, at 11:03 AM, Leah Peterson wrote: > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Helpless in Nevada: How do you secure this fender?

2020-04-11 Thread REC
Thanks, Steve! I knew and gave her some of this info but not all of it. I’ll forward your message to her. Her bike is a cheap ill fitting step through, with barely enough room to get her leg through the low top tube (very short effective TT). The seat post was nearly slammed. Leah and I

Re: [RBW] Helpless in Nevada: How do you secure this fender?

2020-04-11 Thread REC
I remember! You had to push it up killer hill. Not a fun day for you. We at the RBW board got a good story from you about it Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 11, 2020, at 6:57 PM, Leah Peterson wrote: > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: 30 Days of Biking!

2020-04-11 Thread REC
I hope you son is ok! Not a time to get a nail in a foot. The name of the thread is “30 days of biking!” and I’m interpreting that to mean 30 rides in 30 days. Reality is though that I probably get 5 out of 7 days. Work, weather, fatigue gets in the way. When I miss a day I try to get on

Re: [RBW] Re: FS:Handsome Cycles Cromoly She Devil 55cm Anthracite Mixte New Tange headset Sugino BB Riv like

2020-02-23 Thread REC
Awesome ending! I’m sure NYC’s bike theft problem is worse than here. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 23, 2020, at 8:20 PM, 'hobie' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > >  > I was a bike messenger in NYC late 70's early 80's. Bike theft was very high > back then. I once had a beat up single speed

Re: [RBW] How to make your own saddle bag quick release for $1.00. This also works for sprung saddles.

2019-11-19 Thread REC (Roberta)
ll the clamps, the SQR holds bags highest -- necessary to carry a bag > when there is little distance between tire and saddle, as when you have > tires almost 30" tall (29.6"). > > Patrick Moore, who presently favors the SQR. > > On Tue, Nov 19, 2019 at 6:49 PM REC (Roberta

[RBW] Re: How to make your own saddle bag quick release for $1.00. This also works for sprung saddles.

2019-11-19 Thread REC (Roberta)
UTC-5, lambbo wrote: > > this is really quite smart...one could sink a rare earth magnet into the > ends, and slap on an oversized washer, if you're like me and end up > swinging your bag around a lot on bumps and corners. > > > On Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 8:49:48 P

[RBW] Re: There’s a new man in my life, and his name is Clem

2019-11-19 Thread REC (Roberta)
I LOVE your new blue Clem, even if the name isn't as good as Clementine! (Let that be our biggest issue of the day! ) You were wise to not let me pick it up in NY and ship it to you, because it might not have made it out of PA. :) Blue is my favorite color and I couldn't believe how

[RBW] Re: Reccomendation for a car rack

2019-11-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
This is the rack that's on the police cars here. They look really nice for a trunk rack and come up frequently on Craigslist for about $40. Congratulations on the baby. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: A Tale of Two Clems

2019-11-12 Thread REC (Roberta)
Keith and Bob, That is great news. If it's a good seller, that is good for Riv (and us). I hope they bought enough to last them thru to the next reorder. Bob, I looked for you, and was disappointed I didn't see you and get to meet your wife. Perhaps next year. Roberta On Tuesday,

Re: [RBW] Re: A Tale of Two Clems

2019-11-11 Thread REC (Roberta)
Rivendell sold out of these bikes within a month of getting them. Does anyone know if they are planning to get more completes? More frames? I'm not talking about a reinvented version, but the same version and same colors that they just need to order (I know it's not that simple) and keep in

Re: [RBW] Re: A Tale of Two Clems

2019-11-11 Thread REC (Roberta)
Garth, What browser are you using? I don't have a view option (IE in Windows 10, and, yes, I know it should be something else). Roberta On Monday, November 11, 2019 at 12:12:54 PM UTC-5, Garth wrote: > > > Right click on the images, click "view". This will open them full size. > -- You

[RBW] Re: A Tale of Two Clems

2019-11-11 Thread REC (Roberta)
Leah, I cannot believe how BEAUTIFUL that color is. So rich and the Riv website does not do it justice. I noticed that when I saw the Cheviot in person last week. For those looking at the Chev, Rivendell told me that the Chev and this Clem are the same color in blue. I also like the

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo Nov 2 and 3. Rivendell to exibit

2019-11-04 Thread REC (Roberta)
On Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 12:48:01 AM UTC-5, ScaD wrote: > Would love to hear any takeaways from the Riv booth at the Bike Expo!  I'm > particularly interested in the latest version of the Hillybikes on display > there, if any.  And of course pics would be great.  I am in New York, but >

[RBW] Re: WTB 58 Sam Hillborne

2019-11-01 Thread REC (Roberta)
If you didn't get Jon's, one just popped up on Philadelphia's CL for much more than Jon's asking price. I don't understand bikes enough to know of any other differences: https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/bik/d/philadelphia-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7011399700.html Roberta On Monday, October

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo Nov 2 and 3. Rivendell to exibit

2019-10-31 Thread REC (Roberta)
Fantastic. Please excuse this if you already know... Amtrak arrives at 30th Street Station. To get to the convention center, exit out of the east exit towards downtown (The exit might be called 29th Street) and walk (or ride your bikes) down JFK or Market Street (use Market Street for bikes,

[RBW] Philadelphia Bike Expo Nov 2 and 3. Rivendell to exibit

2019-10-30 Thread REC (Roberta)
https://phillybikeexpo.com/ Rivendell will be there this year. I only went once, and it was so much fun. I'll also be there both days with my CL-find vintage Rivendell cap. (I'll post pic later). If anyone needs anything in Philadelphia, just PM me (I live within walking distance to the

[RBW] Re: A Lesson: When buying a vehicle that will transport a Clem, measure twice and buy once.

2019-10-30 Thread REC (Roberta)
This is the reason that I didn't buy a Honda Civic Hybrid. I ended up with a VW Jetta Hybrid, whose batteries form a shelf behind the back seat, but the seat does fold down and the opening is tall enough to put the bike through. On Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at 1:42:33 PM UTC-4, Paul

[RBW] Re: eClem again

2019-10-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
Joe, The bike looks awesome and, even better, I think it is exactly the bike you want! I do hope you'll enjoy it for a long while before Ryan takes it off your hands. ;) Perhaps you can use your expertise helping others in your neighborhood electrify their bikes thru a co-cop or bike

[RBW] Re: eClem again

2019-10-23 Thread REC (Roberta)
+1 for what Ash said: ”Indeed! The red bag you had on in one of the pictures goes very well with the wheel color. Red cables, pedals and grips are optional ;)” -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: eClem again

2019-10-23 Thread REC (Roberta)
With the wheel, I actually liked the look with the red bag you had originally on it (and that is from someone with all black bags). To me it says "I'm accessorizing with red." On Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 11:26:36 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Thanks, Roberta! I appreciate this more

[RBW] Re: eClem again

2019-10-23 Thread REC (Roberta)
Joe, I really like the look of that wheel with the Clem L--those two belong together, even more than the wheel with the All Rounder. Happy riding, Roberta On Friday, October 18, 2019 at 10:30:44 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > Due to the overwhelming response to this, I've decided to show

[RBW] Re: Bike with Riv-like geometry for kids - gravel

2019-09-30 Thread REC (Roberta)
Jared, I looked for a mixte and it came down to Brooklyn that Joe Bernard recommended, and Handsome Cycles. I think Linus and Public also makes them. I liked the Brooklyn because was a REAL step thru (not a trip thru, as in raise your foot enough when you step thru or else you'll trip).

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
How long do tires last? Is it the number of miles (and how many), the age, environmental, a combination? Would these tires last longer I suppose, because the material is thicker (assuming all material is exactly equal, which probably isn't true). I know nothing of tires, but am curious. I'm

[RBW] Re: Make my AHH look less tempting!

2019-09-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Eric. Roberta from Philadelphia here, owner of your Wald basket giveaway (thank you). We met in Rittenhouse Square. Congratulations on your new adventure. Personally, I love riding a pretty bike and would be sad riding anything less. You know how ugly most of the commuter bikes here

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread REC (Roberta)
I have some Kenda tires (not sure which ones) on my Joe Appaloosa. I think they are 45 wide. I pump them to 65 ( I think that is the max) and don't pump them up again until they get that squishy feeling, then pump them up again. I do like them a touch less than the max, but much more than

[RBW] Re: All Rounder

2019-09-24 Thread REC (Roberta)
It's beautiful, Joe. I cannot wait to see what your finished bike will look like and how you like this new electrified version. I'm sure it will be MAH-velous! On Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 2:32:36 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Here's the first shots of my new-to-me A/R sans front

[RBW] Re: Build + Small Ride Report: Testing out my new Hillborne!

2019-09-23 Thread REC (Roberta)
Congratulations on your FIRST Riv. :) Ride the heck out of it. You'll then be saying "Why did I wait so long?" On Monday, September 23, 2019 at 2:43:36 PM UTC-4, Nathan F wrote: > > Hello all! I recently purchased my first Rivendell, the last 55cm > Hillborne in sage green from Rivelo, and

[RBW] Re: Be-fendered Matthews: New from Kelpie.

2019-09-23 Thread REC (Roberta)
They look so right on that bike. On Friday, September 20, 2019 at 12:46:00 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Solid and utterly silent on 15 bumpy dirt miles yesterday. Colin uses > heavier gauge aluminum sheet and aluminum stays about twice the diameter of > your standard Honjo stay. But the

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-20 Thread REC (Roberta)
"And as a reminder for those of us who still believe in free will for headgear options, helmets are mandatory for one or both of these park areas. So, bring a helmet."--Mark To the group: I packed an extra helmet, so if your head isn't too big and you need one, one is available. It's

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-19 Thread REC
Will do! I was leaning towards that. Thank you. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 19, 2019, at 8:32 AM, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles > <4824...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi Roberta! Stop at the visitor center first to grab your day permit and > then head to the ride start (Minnewaska).

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-19 Thread REC (Roberta)
"Riding from the campground to the ride start/minnewaska parking lot is about 6 miles and 1,200 feet of elevation." I'm trying to figure the best place to park--at the ride start or at Mohonk preserve and meet you at the campground. I usually ride up to 20 miles on flat ground at 10-11 mph

Re: [RBW] Re: New-to-me 54.5 MIT A. Homer Hilsen

2019-09-18 Thread REC
oji Takahashi > wrote: > > Wonderful, Roberta! > > I love my Toyo Homer, though I'm curious how the longer chain stay MIT Homer > rides. > > Tailwinds, Shoji > > > >> On Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 7:38:54 PM UTC-4, REC (Roberta) wrote: >> In Ju

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
Do we have a meeting place yet? Perhaps I missed it? Roberta On Thursday, September 12, 2019 at 9:11:59 PM UTC-4, Ben Obrien wrote: > > glad we have some additional interest here. > > one idea is to check out Arrowwood farm brewery in Accord, it's like a 10 > mile ride from the Minnewaska

[RBW] Re: Recommendations on cycling to Rivendell and around San Francisco and the Bay Area

2019-09-13 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Ana. I had a great time on my trip, thanks to the recommendation of the good folks here on one of your links above. There is so much to do, and you're lucky you have more time. My time was limited to 2-1/2 days and one full day. I'll be back though. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge. I

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-11 Thread REC (Roberta)
7:34 at Mahwah station would be perfect if you want to go with me.You'll be longer on the train, shorter in the car. The Garden State Parkway is closer to NY, so you'll be shorter on the train, longer in the car. You have 10 more days to decide and look for a NY ride. If you want to go

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-09-11 Thread REC (Roberta)
Not real close, but I'm leaving from Morris County 7-7:30 am, coming back that evening. There is a Lakeland bus to Parsippany and a train (NJ transit, perhaps?) that runs to Denville, both fairly close for me to pick you up. I'll be driving up I287 to I87, so if you find a train that takes

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks Rivet repair

2019-09-09 Thread REC (Roberta)
Dukeman,central Colorado wrote: > Roberta > Thank you. Where are you located? > Jon > > > > > On Mon, Sep 9, 2019, 6:28 PM REC (Roberta) > wrote: > >> If you need any local help, they're just a few miles from my house and >> I'd be happy to help. &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks Rivet repair

2019-09-09 Thread REC (Roberta)
If you need any local help, they're just a few miles from my house and I'd be happy to help. Roberta On Monday, September 9, 2019 at 6:31:18 PM UTC-4, Jon Dukeman,central Colorado wrote: > Thanks James. I'll check them out. > Jon > > On Mon, Sep 9, 2019, 4:28 PM James / Analog Cycles >

[RBW] Re: WTB -- BOBish bike. And -- thoughts on this Romlus FS?

2019-08-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Connor. You probably saw this, but if not: https://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/bik/d/brooklyn-rivendell-quickbeam/6966259547.html . I do see Rivs pop up sometimes in NY, not often, but they do. They pop up more on Washington, DC's CL. Rivendell will be at the Philadelphia Bike Expo Nov

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-08-22 Thread REC (Roberta)
The patches are even nice in person than in the pictures. Thanks, Ben! On Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 9:03:32 PM UTC-4, Ben Obrien wrote: > > heads up, if you ordered a patch and haven't received it yet, i am sending > out another batch this week, apologies for the delay. i need to track down

[RBW] Re: Pitted German mirror and possible WTB the mirror

2019-08-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
I think you are probably right, as it doesn't feel like a glass and silver mirror. Probably why it is so light. Are the silver stickers replaceable? I got a replacement mirror from a fabulous forum member, but it might go bad in a few years. You can see the pits best in Erl's picture and

Re: [RBW] Re: Pitted German mirror and possible WTB the mirror

2019-08-14 Thread REC
On Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at 5:12:39 PM UTC-4, Friend wrote: >> So much action to follow! Any more mirrors available? Also could use one >> for a Clem L that's on the way. And what do ya'll mean by pitted? >> >> On Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at 4:30:42 PM UTC-4, RE

Re: [RBW] Re: Pitted German mirror and possible WTB the mirror

2019-08-14 Thread REC
r a Clem L that's on the way. And what do ya'll mean by pitted? >> >>> On Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at 4:30:42 PM UTC-4, REC (Roberta) wrote: >>> This group is the BEST! >>> >>> I was able to secure one right after I posted this from someone who was >

[RBW] Re: Pitted German mirror and possible WTB the mirror

2019-08-14 Thread REC (Roberta)
This group is the BEST! I was able to secure one right after I posted this from someone who was quick on the PM email response! I hope everyone can get the mirror of his dreams! :) I'm unhappy about the pitting, but it is an elegant looking mirror. Thank you to ALL. Thank you to Joe.

[RBW] Pitted German mirror and possible WTB the mirror

2019-08-13 Thread REC (Roberta)
My Rivendell German mirror https://www.rivbike.com/products/german-mirror is very pitted, making it hard to view what's behind me. I've had it on my bike for two years and its always stored inside and kept dry. Is this normal? If it's an anomaly, does anyone have just a mirror (it looks

Re: [RBW] Re: Two-Bike Leah

2019-07-29 Thread REC (Roberta)
Love, love, love the color combo! This is classy with *personality.* The Randi Jo bag with its vibrant colors is an added bonus. I have a feeling that you'll be loving this bike even more tomorrow when you ride with these bags. Cheery-ness will be surrounding you. Monday, July 29, 2019 at

[RBW] Re: Cotton tape on top of Meisha's cork grips--good idea or not?

2019-07-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
to get off than cycling gloves I used to own. On Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 9:12:37 AM UTC-4, REC (Roberta) wrote: > > Thanks, Phil, and everyone else. > > I'll be trying gloves, first those fishing gloves that Garth pointed me > to, since they have the added bonus of sun protec

Re: [RBW] Dia-Compe or King Iris Water Bottle Cage? (or WTB )

2019-07-25 Thread REC (Roberta)
; The Iris cage is unbeatable for holding bottles securely; I doubt you can >> do better even for 28 oz bottles. The only more secure cages I've used are >> ugly plastic Profile cages with elastic band tensioners. >> >> On Tue, Jul 16, 2019 at 2:09 PM REC (Roberta) > >

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW at 25: The Fellowship of the Rigs

2019-07-23 Thread REC (Roberta)
I already received my patch and it's as good a quality as you'd expect from Philip, i.e., Riv quality. On Monday, July 22, 2019 at 10:33:05 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: Also, I turned the RBWXXV patches back on in the Etsy shop, if anyone missed out. https://etsy.me/2SyXP7j I didn’t

[RBW] Re: Two-Bike Leah

2019-07-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
How are you liking the sprung saddle on the Clemintine? I know your Betz doesn't have one with springs. My Joe A went from fabulous to super fabulous when I changed my B17 to a sprung Flyer (the top is the same). I don't hear it squeak any longer (it still squeaks sometimes, but I just

[RBW] Re: Two-Bike Leah

2019-07-17 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Leah! I LOVE the color of your Clementine and am so happy for you loving that bike. It must be really super fantastic to already have you make up your mind that it gets top billing, above Betz, something I never thought would happen, you love it so much. The grey and the green bags are

Re: [RBW] Dia-Compe or King Iris Water Bottle Cage? (or WTB )

2019-07-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
is cage is unbeatable for holding bottles securely; I doubt you can >> do better even for 28 oz bottles. The only more secure cages I've used are >> ugly plastic Profile cages with elastic band tensioners. >> >> On Tue, Jul 16, 2019 at 2:09 PM REC (Roberta) > > wrote: >&

[RBW] Dia-Compe or King Iris Water Bottle Cage? (or WTB )

2019-07-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
https://www.rivbike.com/products/dia-compe-gran-compe-ene-r1-water-bottle-cage?_pos=3&_sid=5d2da4baf&_ss=r https://www.rivbike.com/products/king-cage-iris-stainless-water-bottle-cage?_pos=2&_sid=5d2da4baf&_ss=r I procured an AHH a few weeks ago from a fabulous member here, Phil, as a lighter

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

2019-07-16 Thread REC (Roberta)
How do we order these? Ben--Thanks for working on this. I hope to meet many of you in September. Roberta On Monday, July 15, 2019 at 1:03:41 PM UTC-4, spencer robinson wrote: > Yes, it is a really nice Patch, hit Ben Obrien up quick so as to secure > one! > I got my order in already. > > On

[RBW] PSA: CL Rivendell Romulus Randonneur - 57cm - $1300 complete bike

2019-07-03 Thread REC (Roberta)
I saw this on the Washington, DC craigslist. No relation to owner. https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/d/washington-rivendell-romulus-randonneur/6924354032.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Gravel tomorrow

2019-06-27 Thread REC (Roberta)
I'm glad you had a good ride. Is "gravel riding" literally on gravel? I rode once on gravel and the bike felt like it was sliding from under me. Roberta On Thursday, June 27, 2019 at 1:56:24 PM UTC-4, Carla Waugh wrote: > My Pumpkin Ridge tires are as comfortable as my Baby Shoe Pass tires

[RBW] Re: Betty VS Clem

2019-06-10 Thread REC (Roberta)
This is the same pic I just posted and delete, but the name is correct now. On Monday, June 10, 2019 at 12:56:42 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > >I'm referring to the side profile Leah, the downward swoop of the top > tubes from the top of the head tube to mid seatstay ! The twin parallel

[RBW] Re: Betty VS Clem

2019-06-10 Thread REC (Roberta)
On Monday, June 10, 2019 at 12:56:42 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > >I'm referring to the side profile Leah, the downward swoop of the top > tubes from the top of the head tube to mid seatstay ! The twin parallel > downward swooping tubes continue unbroken the whole way from head tube to >

Re: [RBW] Randi Jo Fab Products for The Most Famous of the Foys

2019-06-08 Thread REC (Roberta)
That bag makes your bike so so much more fun-er! (Yes, I know not proper english, but it is the proper sentiment.) It could be that Apple products *know* how to present pictures taken on their own hardware, but non-Apple products don't. Don't fret; I'd bet many of us here are ok to cock our

[RBW] Randi Jo Fab Products for The Most Famous of the Foys

2019-06-08 Thread REC (Roberta)
The color combo looks great on your Betz and is so lively, like you! I'm glad it's everything you wanted. One pic of your bike is not turned. Did you hold your phone differently (portrait vs landscape) when taking that pic vs the others? I've had that issue too on my phone, so I download,

[RBW] Re: WTB: inexpensive silver or grey thin-ish pedals with reflectors for riding in sneakers

2019-06-05 Thread REC (Roberta)
till has them on her Atlantis. Reflectors, > squarish, some grippy bumps (not sharp spikes). I'll check the parts stash > in a bit & let you know. > > dougP, collecting pedals since the toe strap days > > On Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at 8:37:35 AM UTC-7, REC (Roberta) wrote: >

[RBW] WTB: inexpensive silver or grey thin-ish pedals with reflectors for riding in sneakers

2019-06-05 Thread REC (Roberta)
Phil and I agreed to the sale of his AHH, https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/bLEiFQYqK0c , and now I need pedals. These $22 Clem Smith pedals, https://www.rivbike.com/collections/pedals/products/vp-538-black-pedal , would be perfect if they came in grey or silver. I

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54.5 MIT AHH

2019-06-04 Thread REC (Roberta)
light would attach via mount on fork crown, which I would supply and >> put together before shipping. >> >> Hope that helps, >> >> Phil >> >> On Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at 12:23:07 PM UTC-4, REC (Roberta) wrote: >>> >>> Is the stand-over 8

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54.5 MIT AHH

2019-06-04 Thread REC (Roberta)
gt;> put together before shipping. >> >> Hope that helps, >> >> Phil >> >> On Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at 12:23:07 PM UTC-4, REC (Roberta) wrote: >>> >>> Is the stand-over 81.5, like in the chart? (I don't know what tire size >>> Riv use

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54.5 MIT AHH

2019-06-04 Thread REC (Roberta)
Is the stand-over 81.5, like in the chart? (I don't know what tire size Riv used to measure). Without the lamp holder, how do you attach the lamp? Does one need to purchase a new lamp holder? Thanks. On Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at 8:58:18 AM UTC-4, phil k wrote: > I was able to part out the

[RBW] Re: Cotton tape on top of Meisha's cork grips--good idea or not?

2019-06-03 Thread REC (Roberta)
I'd slather on the sunscreen, just to have it wear off way too soon. So, I picked these at the store up in a Large because I don't like tight fitting garments: https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/us/en_US/bike-clothing/cycling-arm-leg-warmers/bontrager-uv-sunstop-cycling-arm-cover/p/22817/

[RBW] FS: Last Chance Appas! Joe Appaloosa 55 & 58 completes, 58 drop and choco complete Sams

2019-06-01 Thread REC (Roberta)
Alex, So sorry about the shop closing. So many quality oriented businesses and products are going away in favor of cheap (and I don't mean just inexpensive). I hope you continue on the boards and let us know what you'll be doing. You seem an upstanding guy, like Grant (Rivendell) and a few

[RBW] Re: Cotton tape on top of Meisha's cork grips--good idea or not?

2019-06-01 Thread REC (Roberta)
Thanks, Phil, and everyone else. I'll be trying gloves, first those fishing gloves that Garth pointed me to, since they have the added bonus of sun protection. I bought arm sun sleeves last month so that I could stop needing sunscreen on my arms, but still needed to put it in the back of my

[RBW] Re: Cotton tape on top of Meisha's cork grips--good idea or not?

2019-05-30 Thread REC (Roberta)
Jeff, that’s a huge concern of mine too. The shape is so ergonomic and we cannot get them any longer. I’m nervous about recking a good thing (except when they are wet). Roberta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Cotton tape on top of Meisha's cork grips--good idea or not?

2019-05-30 Thread REC (Roberta)
I didn't want to hijack the Newbaum's new padded tape topic, so I started this one. I have older Meisha cork grips, scallaced --the ones with the bulge about 2/3 from the bar end. One issue I have with it is that in the summer when my hands sweat, and it's hard to keep a grip. Do you think

[RBW] Re: New to me Appaloosa Joe!

2019-05-21 Thread REC (Roberta)
Nick, Congratulations on your first Riv. My first (and only) Riv purchase was just over two years ago and also an Appaloosa, but in butterscotch, not the wonderful, watery blue of yours. You're right about it allowing one to just enjoy the ride and the scenery. I wish you many happy,

[RBW] Re: Pool noodle as a safety device

2019-05-18 Thread REC (Roberta)
Interesting. Would be even better to place marks at "1-ft, 2ft, 3 ft--It's the LAW" So that the drivers can see it the . Actually, in PA, where I live, it might be 4 feet. Heck, even a yoga mat mounted like that might deter drivers from trying to pass within inches (or a foot). I ride,

[RBW] Re: Don't Miss Sights Around Las Vegas

2019-05-10 Thread REC (Roberta)
In case your plans are flexible and these might appeal to you: I was at Valley of Fire two years ago with the wrong shoes. You'll be hiking in red sand that once was part of the mountain. I recommend high top hiking boots to keep the sand out of your shoes. Death Valley. Bring a paper map.

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB 52cm Clementine frame and fork

2019-05-10 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi, Mark. I just sent you a PM. Roberta -- 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] Dynamo lights

2019-05-09 Thread REC (Roberta)
I'm not an accountant and this is not accounting advice... Perhaps there is a CA accountant here. I work with accounting software, so it's not an unfamiliar topic to me and I'm not an expert, but then again, I'm not an accountant and this is not accounting advice... :) My understanding is

Re: [RBW] Re: Lookie at my new to me Saluki!

2019-05-09 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hey, Justin. First, congratulations on the new ride. The Saluki and the AHH are supposed to ride the same, but have a better name? Is that right? I expect to be at the Baltimore Biking Spring Fling with my Butterscotch Appaloosa. Any chance you'll be there? It would be great to meet others

Re: [RBW] Dynamo lights

2019-05-09 Thread REC
If you purchase your bike or take delivery physically in ca you will need to pay sales tax. If you order it online and you have it ship to you, you will only pay sales tax if they have an employee in NV. I cannot imagine you seeing and riding it in CA and not taking it with you when you’d

Re: [RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

2019-05-04 Thread REC (Roberta)
Re: Islabikes I expect you might get something here, but if you don't, you might try a post at the iBob google groups board. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

Re: [RBW] Re: Mystery bike in April Blahg

2019-04-29 Thread REC (Roberta)
Wow, thank you! I thought the Dyno setup would be pounds, not just an ounce, heavier. I just weighed my USB headlight and it is 2.8 oz on the postal scale. Roberta On Monday, April 29, 2019 at 1:10:00 PM UTC-4, maxcr wrote: > I agree, dynohubs are money well spent. > > This is from an

Re: [RBW] Re: Mystery bike in April Blahg

2019-04-29 Thread REC (Roberta)
I don't ride too much in the dark these days, but I do it as it gets dark to the end of my ride. I currently use USB rechargeables. I remember in college having a light generator that looked like an old soda bottle. I flipped it down for contact on the wheel to generate the light. I did

[RBW] Re: Mystery bike in April Blahg

2019-04-25 Thread REC (Roberta)
I have had a few people recognize it and comment "nice Riv," but I agree, from a marketing perspective. On one group ride, someone was admiring my bike saying how lovely it was and how much thought I must have put into each detail (the "thought" would have come from Rivendell and James

[RBW] Long shot: 52 Clem L in Butternut

2019-04-24 Thread REC (Roberta)
I'm wishing that a butterscotch Clem L comes her way soon. If not, perhaps she could persuade her husband into working from home until July, making his bike available for a daily ride?! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: What high security locks are people locking their bikes with?

2019-04-23 Thread REC (Roberta)
I have two dual shackle u locks from Arbus--big and bigger (meaning heavy and heavier). The plan is to use heavier one to lock bike and one wheel to fixed object and the other wheel to bike frame or fixed object. Theives would have to make four cuts to steal bike (or just two if they wanted

[RBW] Re: New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

2019-04-22 Thread REC (Roberta)
Hi Sean. I took off my selle anatomica non slotted saddle to try one of their slotted ones (that I recently got from another poster because I was curious about slotted saddles). So, the non slotted one is just sitting in a box. If you would like to borrow it to check it out for the longer

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