Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-06 Thread Leslie
Thx! I just had previously skimmed, noted the padding and twine, but had passed over the toilet bits On Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 10:14:00 PM UTC-5, Jeff wrote: > > They're ballcock washers - used in toilets, possibly some other fixtures. > Some previous references: > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-06 Thread Jeff Lesperance
They're ballcock washers - used in toilets, possibly some other fixtures. Some previous references: https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/last-one-of-march-2017 https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/grips-the-hard-way-how-to On Tue, Mar 6, 2018 at 10:02

[RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-06 Thread Leslie
So what's the story regarding the washers-that-shall-not-be-named... did I miss a previous story? -- 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: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread tc
Edwin, I used to want a Fr8 so badly! I spoke with J.C. Lind in Chicago several times about the WorkCycles line, which they carry. (Also the Pilen Lyx which I really like.) WorkCycles also makes the Gr8 ... essentially a lighter weight version of the Fr8. Workcycles makes awesome bikes!

[RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Paul Choi
I tried the Billie bar on Saturday on the Atlantis demo. They have bring your hands back like the Bosco without the huge rise. Vince brought out the Albatross bars to compare.Just eyeballing them I would say that they bring the grips closer to you two inches mote than the Albatross. Bosco are 9

Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Edwin W
TC, I have a FR8 with the frame mounted rack and it is so solid. The bike is so damn heavy, though. That said, it makes my Joe Appaloosa feel like a feather weight! Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread tc
I think handling is actually better if the rack is frame mounted. Like on the WorkCycles Fr8 . On Sunday, March 4, 2018 at 12:09:36 PM UTC-5, Drw wrote: > > Love it. I wonder how the

[RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Drw
Pretty sure the Billie bar is the new albatross-like but riv exclusive bar. -- 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: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Jonathan D.
I love it. I really think there is a market for the L models with a setup to carry kids. It would be a great way to bring in a new generation to Rivendell. I love my Joe as s kid hauler (though really appreciate how much fun it is without a 30 lb kid and a full shopsack). I think a Mountain

[RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread iamkeith
On Sunday, March 4, 2018 at 8:34:47 AM UTC-7, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > > > Grant has pictures and comments on his latest blagh just saw it this > morning... > https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/early-march > > > Really cool bike! But what I want to know is "what is

Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Edwin W
I have had two cargo bikes with this feature and love it for load hauling, especially when the load is more than 10 or 15 pounds. Would love to see how this bike turns out at the end: it looks like a fantastic project: versatile in terms of use and surface travelled. Edwin -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Jeremy Tavan
It's good. I've ridden cargo bikes/cycletrucks with frame-integrated racks that don't move with steerering, and that's how the Brompton works as well. It means you don't fight the moment of the load while steering, so steering is lighter and less floppy than it would be otherwise. The next bike

Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Drw
Love it. I wonder how the rack not turning affects handling when turning. -- 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: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Bob Lovejoy
This comment made me laugh... Kind of been there, almost done that... "Custom rack and head tube mount. Rack doesn't turn with wheel. You cannot afford this rack. Keven can't. Nobody can. Don't even ask." Bob On Sun, Mar 4, 2018 at 10:18 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > I didn’t

[RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Bill Lindsay
I didn’t see attribution to a builder. If is wasn’t Nobilette then I would guess Steve Rex. BL -- 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: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

2018-03-04 Thread Bob Lovejoy
Indeed, what a bike! Wow! Grant has pictures and comments on his latest blagh just saw it this morning... https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/peeking-through-the-knothole/early-march I should read more or better but did it say who built the frame? Bob Lovejoy Galesburg, IL On Sunday, March 4,

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-24 Thread Mobile Bill
Keven is good. Thanks for your help and conversations over the years. On Monday, October 19, 2015 at 5:17:16 PM UTC-5, Zack wrote: > > Just read the newsletter, I see that Keven is moving on to different > pastures, just wanted to take a moment to publicly acknowledge that he is > one of the

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-23 Thread Clayton.sf
Packing up that Cheviot you sold me this very moment for some mixterr s24o. Best wishes and thanks for all! I'll keep an eye out in the commute route! Clayton SF -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-23 Thread Liesl
Okay Keven it's your last day today and I know you lurk here on this group. I'll say again in front of the whole list-serv what I wrote to you off-list: Even though it is sporadic, I consider you one of my true Riv friends. You have influenced me and my family and our stable of bikes. The

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-23 Thread Liesl
PPS. You're still gonna do guest modelling photo shoots for Vanity Riv Fair, right? -- 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: Keven

2015-10-21 Thread Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado
I have only been on here a year. The few times I've asked Kevin for help he went out of his way to ensure my questions were answered and was always polite and didn't rush me off the phone . Best of luck to you Kevin in your future endeavors. I'm confident you will be successful in whatever you

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-21 Thread Ed S
It's kinda shocking to find out that Keven is leaving. I first met him in 2006 at the RIV HQ when he helped me put an order for bikes, etc. Since then he has helped me more than a dozen times mostly by email and phone calls. RIV is made up of some of the nicest and capable employees but still

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-21 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Aw come on Keven... DON'T LEAVE!!!  -- 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: Keven

2015-10-21 Thread hsmitham
I mean where do you begin? If you look up the definition of customer service there he is. He set the bar on knowledge, patience and sheer kindness. Even though he couldn't talk me out of a custom paint on my Hilsen, he surely talked me off a cliff a few times with his common sense approach.

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-21 Thread RoadieRyan
I will just plus 1 to the outpouring for Keven. I found myself in the bay area on business in 2010 and was able to swing a trip to Riv, not only did I get to ride both a Sam and San Marcos and talk bikes with Grant, Keven made feel very welcome by answering my questions and plying me with

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-21 Thread Surlyprof
A couple of years ago, I had only been to Riv once and just bought a couple of small items. Over half a year later, I went back a second time and he remembered my name. Made a huge impression. He's the reason I ride a Hillborne and couldn't be happier with that decision. He never forced

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-20 Thread Esteban
Wonderful person. Happy to know him. Delighted he'll work closer to family. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Monday, October 19, 2015 at 3:17:16 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > Just read the newsletter, I see that Keven is moving on to different > pastures, just wanted to take a moment to publicly

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-20 Thread dstein
Keven was very quick to reply to emails, easy going, and provided all around great customer service throughout my many visits and phone calls to Rivendell. He was especially super patient while I pestered about the status of my Hunqapillar order over the eternal 3 month wait on the frame, as

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-20 Thread Pondero
Here's the cool thing about Keven for me. He not only makes my experience at RBW wonderful, he inspires me (old enough that I should be the example) to be a better person. Thank you, Keven, for your powerful influence for good. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-20 Thread Edwin W
As many of you Riv-obsessed folks know, one of the most important things about a good visit to Riv is that your partner enjoys it. Keven whipped up some espresso for my wife when we visited and she left with a better taste of Riv, literally and figuratively. Not that she wants me to buy as many

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-20 Thread Eddie Flayer
where is he going next? On Monday, October 19, 2015 at 3:17:16 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > Just read the newsletter, I see that Keven is moving on to different > pastures, just wanted to take a moment to publicly acknowledge that he is > one of the nicest people I have ever come across in my

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-20 Thread Fullylugged
Keven was my 1st contact at RBW world Hqs. He guided me on my Ram purchase, and over 12,000 miles later, I haven't found him to have been wrong. Nice guy, and I'm happy to say I steered some other riders his way when I could. Hope to hear news of him bike related or not, as he pedals the next

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-20 Thread Dennis Hogan
+1 on Keven - he is very chill. I last interacted with him on a visit to BB a couple weekends ago. He helped me conceptualize a new cockpit for my Homer based on a test ride on a Hunquapillar that Roman had set up for me. And he gave me a BB pin when I said that I got the last free Rivelo patch

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-19 Thread Deacon Patrick
Thank you, Keven! You have been wondrous to work with, especially given your patience with my peppering of questions! God speed and wild abandon on your upcoming horizons! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-19 Thread WETH
Keven, Thanks so much for the help in getting replacement decals for my new-to-me Romulus. I appreciated the 30 minutes you spent talking me through the pros and cons of repainting the bike, too. With appreciation and thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[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: Keven

2015-10-19 Thread Doug Williams
> > I would like to add my voice to the chorus of praise for Keven! Thanks for > all your patience and time when I was working out all the details of my > Homer. You made the experience a truly happy one that I will treasure! > Best of luck! Doug -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-19 Thread Wayne Naha
Thank you Keven, for walking me through the process of acquiring a Clem. You really made the whole experience so enjoyable. On Monday, October 19, 2015 at 6:17:16 PM UTC-4, Zack wrote: > > > Go Kev Go! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-19 Thread Kevin Lindsey
Keven - Let me add my voice to the others': we never met, but we've spoken numerous times on the phone, and you were always great. Many thanks for all your kind help, and I hope your next boss lets you spell your name correctly. Kevin On Monday, October 19, 2015 at 6:17:16 PM UTC-4, Zack

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-19 Thread Bruce Smitham
Keven, You are the nicest guy that I ever met at a bike store. Seriously, best of luck with your future endeavors. Bruce in San Diego On Monday, October 19, 2015 at 6:54:31 PM UTC-7, Kevin Lindsey wrote: > > Keven - > Let me add my voice to the others': we never met, but we've spoken >

[RBW] Re: Keven/Vince style thumbshifters

2014-04-02 Thread Coconutbill
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rwkZoqjAIQw/UzvAXKnj7JI/BkM/CJDYdmaaAv8/s1600/12897623844_96a8c54028_m.jpg -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Keven/Vince style thumbshifters

2014-04-02 Thread Chris Chen
BOOM On Wed, Apr 2, 2014 at 12:47 AM, Coconutbill evan.spa...@gmail.com wrote: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rwkZoqjAIQw/UzvAXKnj7JI/BkM/CJDYdmaaAv8/s1600/12897623844_96a8c54028_m.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Keven/Vince style thumbshifters

2014-04-02 Thread Jeffrey Marco
I just happened to see this today as I was reading the Blug. I think I have a project for tonight. -- 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: Keven/Vince style thumbshifters

2014-04-02 Thread Dave Redmon
Can you do likewise with the $15 Sunrace friction shifters? Dave On Tuesday, April 1, 2014 5:45:41 PM UTC-5, Dave wrote: Inspired by Grants post about Liesl's gorgeous new bike, I swapped around my paul thumbies on a pair of boscos. Right paul to the left side, left paul to right side.

[RBW] Re: Keven/Vince style thumbshifters

2014-04-01 Thread Bill Lindsay
I just did that same set up on Bosco Bullmooses. I'll post some pictures tonight, most likely. On Tuesday, April 1, 2014 3:45:41 PM UTC-7, Dave wrote: Inspired by Grants post about Liesl's gorgeous new bike, I swapped around my paul thumbies on a pair of boscos. Right paul to the left