Re: [RBW] SFR Marin Mountains 200k 10/28/2017 ride report

Congrats Bill, The SR next year will be easy in comparison. Toshi On Sun, Oct 29, 2017 at 5:35 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Epic long ride report for an epic long ride. Grab a beer > > > As many of you know I did a lot of riding over the last three months. A > big part

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

Ian I think the Hillborne is the ideal Rivendell rando frame. I'm having a hard time thinking of anything that anybody would want or expect out of a randonneuse that the Hillborne does not deliver. Some people like to do brevets on ultra light carbon road bikes, and perhaps those people

[RBW] A question about frame bags

I've gone thru a few, never really utilizing them very well. My most successful usage has been putting a water bladder inside and being able to drink from the straw, which is surprisingly revelatory while riding. This is mostly done for camping so that I can put alcohol in one of the bottles.

[RBW] SFR Marin Mountains 200k 10/28/2017 ride report

Sounds incredible, and inspiring! You gotta follow up with a music video link soon tho -- 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: 10x200 challenge complete

This has been an extremely inspiring journey, and I've really enjoyed experiencing it through your writings. Thanks for all your efforts! On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 1:58:09 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I had a six week sabbatical from late August to early October. I decided > I would

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

That pretty much answers my question, which was, really, which of the 10 bikes was nicest to ride when you were putting in all those miles? The Hillborne seems to have become a long-term, Rivendell staple, like the Atlantis. I'd probably have kept mine if it could have accepted 50 mm tires ...

[RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

I’ll approach it again for the ideas, since you recommend it. That style of academic writing makes me instantly angry, so it might not work. :^) Philip www.biketinker.com Santa Rosa, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

The 12-36 with a long cage rear derailer is a good start. Right now you're running the small ring and rear cassette from a race bike, which is a total waste on that lovely frame. See how you're doing with the expanded 1x8-or-9, then you can always change the cranks and add the front derailer

[RBW] Looking for Stewartville

I'm planning a S24O next weekend. I wanted to preview the route as it's likely to be getting dark by the time we arrive. Daylight savings begins what this coming Saturday. I didn't reach the final destination but I rode or hike-a-biked for 6 hours. I enjoyed the scenery and the challenge.

[RBW] Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

Kai, I have no idea whats on there - in fact I have two different crank arms, one the original from my old Nishiki, the other something 718 put on there that cost me $15 after I had stripped it with crummy pedals. I don't think you want to trade anything for these parts :) but thank you for

[RBW] Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

Gravel and Grind in Fredrick MD did their "turkey vulture" gearing to my bike (canti Sam) and I love it. I already had a triple up front, so they added an extender to my rear derailed, some extra chain links, and a cassette with a 40 tooth grant gear. I can get up crazy steep hills without

[RBW] Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

Looks like a fun trip! What cranks do you have on there? I've got some tripledoubles around I could possibly trade you for. -Kai BK NY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: An Autumn Ride, With a Serendipitous Visit to an Outdoor Art Show

Thanks, Bill. Yes, let me know. It will inspire me to get the Clementine back on two wheels. The makers of the cow pie art were sequestered in another field, but I went back today (unfortunately, to look for my keys) and they were busy making pies. A beautiful all black herd, wish I had my

[RBW] Anyone selling a mountain mixte?

Like Bill said, but I'll go ahead and say what mine's worth to me- $3000 a pound, but you gotta buy the whole steer. -Kai BK NY -- 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] Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

Thanks folks for your suggestions and kind words. Will continue to spread the word and report back! On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 11:26:16 AM UTC-7, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > Post on your local Craigslist and let local shops know. > > -J > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

718 Cycles in Brooklyn just led a great overnight 'Micro-tour' to Beartown Mountain Park, MA, which I did on my Cheviot. It was an s240 if you don't count the 3 hours each way on the train and the 40 minute ride to Grand Central. Total was about 40 miles

[RBW] SFR Marin Mountains 200k 10/28/2017 ride report

Great review. Thanks for sharing. You've really inspired me to get my wife and I out on in Marin next weekend on our black mountain cycles cross bikes. Its been too long since I've ridden in Marin. Really is a great place. We'll be doing a much more modest ride though. -- You received

[RBW] Anyone selling a mountain mixte?

Everything is for sale... what are you offering? -- 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] 10x200 challenge complete

I love that you focused on the experience and fun and the numbers were just the excuse! Bill’s Excellent Adventure! Grin. Beautifully done, congratulations! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

The address is for Harris. That Cheviot is sweet! chris -- 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

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

Congratulations on surpassing your distance goal. I am curious to know what it is about the Hillborne that makes it suitable for the SR series? Is it mostly a matter of it fitting most comfortably? I've heard so many good things about the Hillborne, but never really as a randonneur. IanA (who

[RBW] Re: Anyone selling a mountain mixte?

Heh. I picked up the last one to show up for sale here, and it's currently waiting on powder coat before build. It sounds like they were a hit, so I wouldn't be too surprised if Riv made more of them, but it might be a while. Best of luck in your search. On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 6:12:26

[RBW] Anyone selling a mountain mixte?

jus wondering... -- 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] A question about frame bags

I’ve used them plenty, exclusively for bike packing. We rode most of the GDMBR in 2015. My wife’s XS frame was too small for a practical frame bag, but my XL frame had lots of room. On that ride, there’s plenty of hike-a-bike—or there was for a couple of middle-aged, middle-class, middle-fit

[RBW] Re: Graceful as Shrek encountering tourists

“An overnamed knoll.” Love it. Jay -- 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] 10x200 challenge complete

Well done, Bill. Impressive and inspiring, to say nothing of the insights into bikes, bike culture, and rivishness along the way. Jay -- 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] 10x200 challenge complete

Thanks to all for the kind words. Patrick Moore inquired: "Out of the 10 bikes, which would be the easiest to ride day in and day out? Perhaps, with ~3X the miles on the RLT9 than on the others, this might be the favorite?" I'm not completely sure what you are getting at with "easiest to

[RBW] WTB: 52cm Clem, complete or frameset

Tully, I sent a message about my Clem L. Considering my internet skills, there's no telling if it got there. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Graceful as Shrek encountering tourists

Good stuff, Patrick. Fun read. -- 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

[RBW] SFR Marin Mountains 200k 10/28/2017 ride report

Epic long ride report for an epic long ride. Grab a beer As many of you know I did a lot of riding over the last three months. A big part of the motivation was to prepare for what might be the most difficult 200k brevet route in America. The Marin Mountains 200k covers ~128 miles, with

[RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

Bill: it’s been great reading following along on your adventure and all of the great bikes. Really inspiring. And congrats on the weight loss. I don’t have so many bikes, but I would like to do miles like that and shed some pounds. Thanks for the encouragement! Bill in Westchester, NY -- You

[RBW] Re: Items for Sale

Rear spacing is 135. It's in the first post. -- 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] 10x200 challenge complete

It was a pleasure checking in for updates. I find the overarching posts to be quite satisfying. The ride reports and build journals keep this place human and humble. Thank you! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] An Autumn Ride, With a Serendipitous Visit to an Outdoor Art Show

Great shots Mark. It truly is lovely around here this time of year. Not today though, what wash-out! Thanks for posting. I need to get up there again. It’s like where I am, but better! I guess my favorite shot is that cow pie! Bill in Westchester, NY -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Items for Sale

Thanks for your reply, Tom. In that case, can you tell me specifically what wheelset it is and what the rear spacing is? VO lists only a Grand Cru Diagonale wheelset in 650b, but it looks high-polish while your's looks satiny. I'm toying with the idea of a 650b conversion and am interested,

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

I am thinking that is Harris Cyclery... On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 4:27:09 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > Are these anyones? > > https://boston.craigslist.org/search/bmw/bid?query=rivendell > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

Both new, one has had test rides, "bicycles by dealer", West Newtown. That's Harris Cyclery. -- 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] 10x200 challenge complete

And the step through breezes into 2nd place! Nice. Much congratulations on a huge accomplishment. -Kai BK NY -- 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

[RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

Congratulations! Well done! PS: I don't know you personally like your coworker, but I would have bet more than $10 you'd be successful! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: German Mirror Basket Mount

Thanks for the pics. I've seen the mirror mounted on the head tube like that. The basket seems like a better way to go since it gets the mirror further out. On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 11:43:25 AM UTC-4, TampaTech wrote: > > Sorry for the delay. I have been out of town. I just threw the

[RBW] FS: Nitto Big Back Rack & Brooks Select Flyer

I am interested in the saddle if not otherwise spoken for. -- 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: Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

Really cool. Good job. I see a guy riding around a similar era riv road in Glendale, but his is a considerably darker blue. Where in central LA? I wonder if there are local bike shops in that area that may know the owner. I suppose the other question is what kind of proof of ownership would be

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

Kudos. No, your reports were interesting, not annoying. 29 miles per day doesn't sound like much in the abstract, but it's pretty impressive when you put it together, day after day. I'd be happy if I could rack up the equivalent of half of that. Out of the 10 bikes, which would be the easiest to

[RBW] PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

Are these anyones? https://boston.craigslist.org/search/bmw/bid?query=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] 10x200 challenge complete

Bill- You’re a inspiration. I recently took up running and am running the Oakland turkey trot on Thanksgiving. I ran my first 5k today which felt big. If you ever want to run together let me know! -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Lost & found anything while riding?

Och! Nae, Ian. Air t’ kinda thins you ‘ultivate nae luke fer. Grin. Wi’ abandon, ‘Atrick and ees pur type brogue -- 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] 10x200 challenge complete

I had a six week sabbatical from late August to early October. I decided I would 'ride a lot', and I decided to give structure to that goal by challenging myself to ride 200 miles on each of 10 bicycles over the 93 days of August, September and October. On Friday the 27th, day 89, I finished

[RBW] FS: Nitto Big Back Rack & Brooks Select Flyer

Justin, what size is the rack? -- 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

[RBW] Lost & found anything while riding?

Were you looking for those things Deacon? I have found the same things while riding, but lost them again while driving. I drive for a living. Time for a change. IanA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: WTB: Toe Clips with Large toe box

You mean like these? http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product2_10052_10551_1167291_-1 Got a pair of straps that go with 'em, too: http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product2_10052_10551_1167288_-1 You can have 'em both just for the asking, never been used and size Large (Men's 10+). PM

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Big Back Rack & Brooks Select Flyer

PM sent on the Flyer. I didn't think I needed another saddle. But now I think I do. Frank On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 1:40:00 PM UTC-5, Justin Schoop wrote: > > Two items I would like to get rid of. > > New Nitto Big Back Rack, mounted but never actually used. $175.00 plus > shipping > >

[RBW] JuJu on that Bike

Maybe you all heard about Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster's bicycle being stolen at practice. He is the youngest player in the NFL at 20 years old, and he does not have a driver's license or a car. He goes everywhere by bike, and he is quite attached to his Ghost bicycle

[RBW] FS: Nitto Big Back Rack & Brooks Select Flyer

Two items I would like to get rid of. New Nitto Big Back Rack, mounted but never actually used. $175.00 plus shipping Brooks Flyer Select, used for about 300 miles. $75 plus shipping PayPal only. Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

Post on your local Craigslist and let local shops know. -J -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

Good for you! On Sat, Oct 28, 2017 at 5:03 PM, Philip Meyer wrote: > Hi All, > > I'm not a Riv owner, but I have a Riv owner's bike right now and want to > reunite it with him or her. > > It is an early 2000s, custom road bike, 61.5 seat tube length, light blue > with

[RBW] An Autumn Ride, With a Serendipitous Visit to an Outdoor Art Show

My weekend started early, on Friday, with a great ride over the carriage roads in Minnewaska State Park, outside of New Paltz and part of the Shawagunks. No camera, but my friend took a shot, looking out toward the Mohonk House. This would have been the perfect ride for Clementine, but I have

[RBW] WTB: Toe Clips with Large toe box

Anyone have extra toe clips lying around they'd like to get rid of? I'm looking for some with a large toe box (size Large or Extra Large) since my Medium's are too small. Fancy or not fancy - doesn't matter! Thanks! Babs Palo Alto, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] FS Salsa Fargo Titanium large

For sales is my Salsa Fargo Titanium size large in excellent condition. Less than 1,000 miles. No dents, dings, chips or scratches. There is some normal rub marks from cables and some light rubbing on the crank arms and tips. $2,000 + shipping CONUS via bikeflights. Prefer local pick up in San

[RBW] Re: WTB: 59cm Rivendell All-Rounder

Wow, heck of a bike to misplace. Good luck! Jim On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 6:37:45 PM UTC-7, Matt Beecher wrote: > > Hi Jim, > > He could not find it when I contacted him a couple months ago. > > Thanks though, > Matt > > On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 6:11:55 PM UTC-5, Jim M. wrote:

[RBW] Re: Lost & found anything while riding?

Well fancy this. I did a dirt road ride yesterday and lost my car key. I rarely drive to a ride, and this was only a few miles, but a very bad stretch of road and no other way, so I treated myself. Also took my new to me camera for a few fall foliage shots. While packing up my Baggins, I

[RBW] Lost & found anything while riding?

Lost: Hats. Too many hats. Found: Sanity. Serenity. Delight. Joy. Abandon. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- 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: Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

You are a true gem, Philip. I learned recently that there is a Rivendell Owner's page on facebook, too. It's a closed group, so you won't be broadcasting to all of facebook. Might be worth a try as well. On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 9:42:43 AM UTC-6, Philip Meyer wrote: > > Hi All, > >

[RBW] Graceful as Shrek encountering tourists

Coffeeneuring #4. In which, coffee. And I’m as graceful as Shrek encountering tourists. Sardonic grin. https://thegrid.ai/withabandon/spring-in-me-step With abandon, Patrick www.CredoFamily.org www.MindYourHeadCoop.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

All good ideas. Perhaps Rivendell would feature this on the Blug too to help get the word out. Good luck! -- 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: What is a Rivvish bike?

Nope. Pure Ivan. This was written in the 1970s. Now as we face more and more the consequences of "non-convivial" tool use (Illich includes whole institutions such as health care, transportation, education, under tools) his writing is taking on an air of prescience. He may not be the most

Re: [RBW] FS: 2017 Brompton M6L w/ upgrades - $1900 shipped

This is the reason I got one. I don't want to sell but well, If I want something else this has to go ;) On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 12:30:06 PM UTC-4, Lee Legrand wrote: > > Always thought having a bicycle and a brompton bicycle was a nice set. > One for commuting, errand and traveling, the

Re: [RBW] FS: 2017 Brompton M6L w/ upgrades - $1900 shipped

Always thought having a bicycle and a brompton bicycle was a nice set. One for commuting, errand and traveling, the other for any other type of riding style that one does. On Sun, Oct 29, 2017 at 12:24 PM, Belopsky wrote: > I have a problem. (Step 1 is admitting it,

[RBW] FS: 2017 Brompton M6L w/ upgrades - $1900 shipped

I have a problem. (Step 1 is admitting it, right?) I want the Clem L (maybe even the Cheviot, though my wife has one of those and we should diversify), but in order to do so, something else must go. This is the 6 speed model w/ fenders. Titanium seatpost Titanium handlebars (slightly higher

[RBW] Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

Phillip, Perhaps post the story and pic on Instagram? Or check with https://bikeindex.org ...Bike Index also has an Instagram account @bikeindex ...I hopened you are able to get it back to the owner. Good on you, Stephen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

Well, Philip, that was such a wonderful, kind-hearted gesture...made my Sunday morning. What a joy! Hope you find the owner and that he/she takes you out for a nice dinner somewhere. BTW, we visit LA and our kids regularly. Lots of nice machines out there and you've got to hang on tight! BEST

[RBW] Re: German Mirror Basket Mount

Sorry for the delay. I have been out of town. I just threw the mirror on my basket to see if I would like it there. I figured I'd find a more elegant solution if it worked well. That was a thousand miles ago and it's still there. One of these days... Here's a few pictures.

[RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

Not (yet) a Riv owner so take this with an extra-large grain of salt. What put RBW on my radar--and keeps numerous brands off--is that the bikes all seem to: - Favor versatility over specialization - Maintain a healthy skepticism toward technical changes with cost and/or complexity

[RBW] Re: Items for Sale

650b -- 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] WTB: 52cm Clem, complete or frameset

I am in the market for a 52cm Clem! Preferably a complete bike, but a frameset/partial build could also do the trick. The L frame would be ideal, but I'm not averse to an H, either. I'm located in the greater Seattle area, and happy to drive a bit to meet sellers in this vicinity. Thanks! --

[RBW] Re: Thoughts/considerations for Clem as daily do-it-all bike?

After your collective sizing feedback, plus confirmation from Rivelo and elsewhere, a 52cm Clem L is definitely in my future. Just a matter of where to find one! Will create a separate wanted post here, and keep my fingers crossed. Thanks again to you all for the guidance. On Thursday, October

[RBW] Re: Lost & found anything while riding?

I had my cell phone pop out of the holder I'd secured in my basket. I was crossing a very busy road with three lanes of traffic in each direction so I scampered across the street without my phone and watched 50 cars or so miss it before a truck came along and squished it like a bug. I found a

[RBW] A question about frame bags

Hi Tim, I respond also having no first hand experience with them (aside from a mini diy corner frame bag from a military surplus gas mask bag) but my understanding is that going rackless not only saves weight but putting the heaviest items inside the main triangle won’t affect the handling as

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for winter weather head gear?

Giro ski helmet is the best for winter commuting. It looks cool, is comfortable, and is a lot better than trying to wear a beanie or some sort of hat underneath a regular vented bicycle helmet designed to cool your head. The newer Giro helmets have easy opening vents. I typically ride for 10

[RBW] A question about frame bags

This is from the uninitiated. I've only seen them in photos, so no experience at all. The question: Why? It seems like they couldn't hold much (compared to saddle bags or panniers) without being stuffed to the point where they would interfere with pedaling. The upsides I see would be that

[RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

I'm sort of with Phillip here. Rivendell has been evolving during its tenure in the cycling world, but it began based in low BB, long chain stay, neutral handling designs, with a lean to comfortably high handle bars, leather saddles, wider tires (limited by brakes available at the time) and

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for winter weather head gear?

Like Tim, Merino works for me. I wear wool caps down to about 30F, and ski caps below that. Thicker wool socks in roomier shoes or sandals, and layered wool clothes. The early RBW wool caps are prone to running dye when you sweat, and the later ones have thick seams that hurt under a helmet.

Re: [RBW] Lost & found anything while riding?

Something similar happened to me commuting home from work in the early 1980s.  I was commuting on a Raleigh DL-1 roadster then, with my wallet in a Carradice-clone seat bag.  I'd failed to secure one of the straps, and when I got home I discovered my wallet was missing. I backtracked my route

[RBW] Re: sage green for next batch of canti Sams

Thank you! -- 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] Lost & found anything while riding?

I left my saddle bag open once for I don’t know how long. At first I thought nothing was missing. Luck! Later I learned that one brand new summer glove was missing. The nice ones that Riv sells. Never found it and was stuck with one brand new glove. Not a huge financial loss, but still quite

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for winter weather head gear?

Lots of iterations of wool caps that cover the ears to a balaclava that tucks into my base layer top (haven't tried PJWs top w/ hood) but I always add a helmet cover. when it gets cooler. 40°F and rain this morning, will be using all the tricks. This is always the worst weather for a commute.