Re: [RBW] Re: Rapha has love for Rivendell

2010-06-05 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Fri, 2010-06-04 at 17:38 -0700, Bruce wrote: I also have two Rivendell wool caps, both in orange and they are the older design and the current one. These Wooly Stubbies are unlined, but are also well made and the advertiding says so. the embroidery seems to perfectly match the bill color.

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapha has love for Rivendell

2010-06-05 Thread Bruce
Thanks for the link... From: Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com If you like the cap -- I have one and I love mine -- you can get them directly from the maker. http://www.randijofab.com/ Formerly known as Rainy Peak Cyclery, it's now Randi Jo's Fabrications.

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapha has love for Rivendell

2010-06-05 Thread PATRICK MOORE
I'm very curious how y'all can see out from under those long bills. When I pull a cap down snugly enough to keep it on my head (I do have thick and more than shoulder length hair in a pony tail, so my hats have to be firmly in place) the bill blocks my vision unless I am sitting bolt upright.

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapha has love for Rivendell

2010-06-05 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Sat, 2010-06-05 at 05:42 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: I'm very curious how y'all can see out from under those long bills. Randi Jo's caps have very short bills -- but when I wear one under a helmet I have it turned backwards, where it does not obscure my vision and, incidentally, shades the

[RBW] Rivvish bike shops in the DC area?

2010-06-05 Thread Liesl
Hi all, I'm heading to Washington DC tomorrow for a business trip full of lectures and wondering if folks know of Rivvish bikes shops where I can find relief from tedium? I may have my Bike Friday with me. thanks, liesl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Rivvish bike shops in the DC area?

2010-06-05 Thread Richard
When I lived in the DC area, College Park Bikes in Maryland was one of my favorite bike shops. You can take the Metro out there from DC. It's sister shop, Mount Airy Bicycles, is also neat, but is a bit further from DC, and unless Metro lines have been extended, Mount Airy Bicycles is not

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivvish bike shops in the DC area?

2010-06-05 Thread Timothy Whalen
I agree about College Park Bikes. I was last there in 2004 and they had a huge selection of beautiful older steel frames that made it sort of a gallery of fine bicycle art that was worth the visit alone. Tim On Sat, Jun 5, 2010 at 8:34 AM, Richard rsv...@netzero.net wrote: When I lived in the

[RBW] Victoria BC Shop recommendations?

2010-06-05 Thread reynoldslugs
Will be spending a week or so in the San Juans. Any shop recommendations for our layovers in Victoria, BC? thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapha has love for Rivendell

2010-06-05 Thread cyclotourist
OK, while we're basking in hat love, I have to put a plug in for my local fave, Walz. Great little cottage industry sort of a thing. Run buy a couple down in Fallbrook. http://walzcaps.com/ On Sat, Jun 5, 2010 at 4:26 AM, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: Thanks for the link...

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Bullmoose Bar

2010-06-05 Thread Johnny Alien
I figure I might as well pop this up for the weekend! Got the Apples on the wheels and the M-12 on the front now I just need the Bullmoose to make my ride complete. On May 29, 11:07 pm, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: Just a bump to say I am still on the lookout. On May 19, 7:55 

Re: [RBW] Victoria BC Shop recommendations?

2010-06-05 Thread Eric Norris
Can't think of the name of it, but there is a very nice shop there chock full of Brooks saddles and classic bikes. I bought several old bike posters there. It's not in the downtown, but a few miles away in a more residential area. --Eric On Jun 5, 2010, at 8:55 AM, reynoldslugs

Re: [RBW] Victoria BC Shop recommendations?

2010-06-05 Thread Eric Norris
Here we go: Fairfield Bicycle, at www.fairfieldbicycle.com On Jun 5, 2010, at 8:55 AM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Will be spending a week or so in the San Juans. Any shop recommendations for our layovers in Victoria, BC? thanks -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Portland/Vancouver Riv Lovers Ride June 6

2010-06-05 Thread Philip Williamson
Whoops - I can't make it. I'm disappointed - I was very much looking forward to the ride, the bikes, and most of all, of course, meeting everyone in person. The totally stupid reason I'll miss it? The one car rental place in McMinnville closes at noon on Saturday. My Own Damn Fault, of course,

[RBW] UPDATE - FS: SS coupled 58cm Rambouillet, SS 57cm Bleriot, wheels, tires, case

2010-06-05 Thread Timothy Whalen
Hello and thanks to those who have been interested and/or purchased. The 57 cm SS coupled Bleriot is left and I am reducing the price to $850 and will include shipping with insurance in CONUS. Best, Tim Whalen Colorado Springs Hi, I am simplifying my bike stable and selling the following SS

[RBW] Re: Portland/Vancouver Riv Lovers Ride June 6

2010-06-05 Thread S.Cutshall
A Perhaps might be there from Amy, Chloe me. It's an early start time for our schedule, but we will attempt to make it... that said, any idea on where the ride might be around 1pm [for an intercept]? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Rivvish bike shops in the DC area?

2010-06-05 Thread Liesl
Thanks a million; I'll check out College Park Bikes when I'm free! – liesl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

[RBW] Pari-Moto Ride Report

2010-06-05 Thread Bruce
Took the P-Ms out for a second Metric over some very rough roads in addition to smoother ones. Rode it over gravel as well. No flats, very comfy, got approving comments from my skinnier tired companions. Just as fast as my times 5 years ago on a whippet thin frame with skimpy rubber. And lots

[RBW] Re: Rivvish bike shops in the DC area?

2010-06-05 Thread Marty
Agree with the others, but will add Proteus as well - not far from College Park Cycles, a few miles maybe. Here's a link to a Flickr Group called Local Bike Shops, with interior photos from both. All are free to add shots of thier favorite shops wherever in the world. http://tinyurl.com/2dbuwa2

[RBW] Re: Rivvish bike shops in the DC area?

2010-06-05 Thread EricP
Yet another vote for College Park Bikes. Was out there in 2008 and enjoyed the experience. Plus, College Park is a cool place. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Jun 5, 8:51�am, Liesl li...@smm.org wrote: Hi all, I'm heading to Washington DC tomorrow for a business trip full of lectures and

[RBW] Re: Rivvish bike shops in the DC area?

2010-06-05 Thread Richard
Marty, Thanks for the cool bike shop pictures. On Jun 5, 7:32 pm, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: Agree with the others, but will add Proteus as well - not far from College Park Cycles, a few miles maybe. Here's a link to a Flickr Group called Local Bike Shops, with interior photos from both.

[RBW] My First Longish Ride on the Saluki

2010-06-05 Thread Rob Harrison
It was a gorgeous day in Seattle, and I got out for my first longish ride on my Saluki, the 50+ mile Lake Washington Loop. I LOVE this bike! A few thoughts: Everything everyone says about the Rivendell Ride is true. The bike feels great--smooth, tracks well, turns, climbs and descends just

[RBW] Re: My First Longish Ride on the Saluki

2010-06-05 Thread rcnute
It was a great day. I did the south end of the LW loop on my Sogn. That's funny--this is the second Saluki formerly owned by John F. to make its way to Seattle. Ryan On Jun 5, 9:17 pm, Rob Harrison robha...@gmail.com wrote: It was a gorgeous day in Seattle, and I got out for my first longish  

Re: [RBW] Re: My First Longish Ride on the Saluki

2010-06-05 Thread Rob Harrison
That IS funny! Who has the other one? I've been eyeing the Sogn. Too bad they don't make them any more. Cool bike. Rob On Jun 5, 2010, at 9:24 PM, rcnute wrote: It was a great day. I did the south end of the LW loop on my Sogn. That's funny--this is the second Saluki formerly owned by

[RBW] Re: My First Longish Ride on the Saluki

2010-06-05 Thread Calm54
I really like pari motos on my Saluki. Great ride shots, I was in Seattle a few weeks ago and enjoyed biking the Burke Gilman. I was on my Surley long haul trucker, though. On Jun 5, 9:39 pm, Rob Harrison robha...@gmail.com wrote: That IS funny! Who has the other one? I've been eyeing the

[RBW] Re: Pari-Moto Ride Report

2010-06-05 Thread Calm54
I have ridden my pari motos on gravel paved roads. The pari motos are fast and handle well. I think they live up to the promotion. On Jun 5, 4:06 pm, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: Took the P-Ms out for a second Metric over some very rough roads in addition to smoother ones. Rode it

[RBW] Re: My First Longish Ride on the Saluki

2010-06-05 Thread rcnute
I had it briefly. On Jun 5, 9:39 pm, Rob Harrison robha...@gmail.com wrote: That IS funny! Who has the other one? I've been eyeing the Sogn. Too bad they don't make them any more. Cool   bike. Rob On Jun 5, 2010, at 9:24 PM, rcnute wrote: It was a great day.  I did the south end of the