[RBW] Re: Will's weekly emails?

Apologies. We've been having issues with *Mail Chimp*, the service we use to distribute *Will's Email Updates*. In addition to sending them via The 'Chimp, they are also (immediately and reliably) posted on our site

[RBW] Re: Gladys Bikes closure and Golden Pliers moves in out of Portland, Oregon

*Gladys* was a great shop. *Golden Pliers* became the *Rivendell* dealer in Portland, Ore. after Darby and I closed *Rivelo* in January of 2020. Kevin & Becky and the whole GP crew are awesome. Check 'em out! John On Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 8:48:47 PM UTC-8 krhe...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: Boise to San Francisco bicycle route

I rode & camped from Fort Bragg to San Diego in 2000. The book reviewed herein, which is still available, was very helpful. Not sure when it was last updated, but as the song says, "The road goes on forever...:

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Ride PDX

Have fun on the bridges! See you after! John https://www.instagram.com/rivelo_pdx/ On Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 7:11:24 PM UTC-7 velomann wrote: > I'll be riding Bridge Pedal before heading over to the Rivelo Reunion > event. I strongly encourage anyone else interested in Bridge Pedal to

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Ride PDX

Have fun on the bridges! See you after! https://www.instagram.com/p/CvvjqIRve7G/ On Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 7:11:24 PM UTC-7 velomann wrote: > I'll be riding Bridge Pedal before heading over to the Rivelo Reunion > event. I strongly encourage anyone else

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Ride PDX

https://www.instagram.com/p/CuusR0Krvjh On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 6:57:58 AM UTC-7 John A. Bennett wrote: > Thanks, Michael! We're looking forward to seeing everyone. > > https://www.instagram.com/p/CuusR0Krvjh <http://Instagram%20plug> > On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 a

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Ride PDX

Thanks, Michael! We're looking forward to seeing everyone. https://www.instagram.com/p/CuusR0Krvjh On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 6:56:45 PM UTC-7 velomann wrote: > They're getting the band back together. > John B & Darby of our much-missed Rivelo are hosting a

[RBW] Re: Seat angle

Tilting the nose up prevents sliding forward when you're riding upright bars. It feels the same as an English equestrian saddle, once you get the hang of it. https://www.allpony.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/PartsSaddle2Web-1024x889.png John in Portland On Friday, July 21, 2023 at 1:07:51 

[RBW] Re: matching paint

It's "been a minute" since we updated our Tumblr page. I think that was something Dave did *back in the day*. Clear nail polish! -- Always my favorite solution. John On Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 6:52:09 PM UTC-7 Michael Morrissey wrote: > From Rivendell's Tumblr page when the Joe Appaloosa

[RBW] Re: Whoosa Getting an Appaloosa? 2023

*I'd say if you want a purple Joe Appaloosa, pretend it's 2021. * On Friday, May 26, 2023 at 5:26:07 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi all — Who's getting an Appaloosa today? What color frame? Are you > building it up or Rivendell? How are you specifying the build? What size > tires?

[RBW] Re: Rivs on film

Bikes and film are a natural combo, especially steel bikes with friction shifters! Here are a few flicks from around town. "Town" being Portland, Oregon. My Bike Film Flickr Album <https://www.flickr.com/photos/johnandrewbennett/albums/72177720305975159> John "Rivelo&q

[RBW] Re: Fun film encounter

#pedalbikesshootfilm On Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 4:52:38 PM UTC-8 weste...@gmail.com wrote: > About 2 weeks ago I was riding home from work on a cold, grey day and > overtook a two friend walking on the multi-use trail on which i commute. I > stopped to chat, and one of them got out a

[RBW] Re: Garage sale Charlie Gallops

All sold. We'll try and post some more on Monday. - John On Friday, June 24, 2022 at 4:54:09 PM UTC-7 Wesley wrote: > God, that purple is incredible though. > > On Friday, June 24, 2022 at 4:52:32 PM UTC-7 Wesley wrote: > >> LMAO those went fast. The large Gus and large Susie are still on

[RBW] Re: OT but at least as good as Dylan: help finding best source for some digital music

At least as good as Dylan? Wht? Call me confused! https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/static/uploads/2020/03/Watch-Bob-Dylans-iconic-San-Francisco-press-conference-1965-768x586.jpg John in Portland, Ore. On Sunday, November 7, 2021 at 4:32:24 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > I grew up with vinyl

[RBW] Re: Clem Lotto

>> Alas, 1.5 hrs between that email being sent and when I checked was apparently more time than it took for all 200 of the lottery tickets to sell out. Maybe >> later folks will start to auction off their "lottery tickets"?.. Not to worry. The lottery tickets are NOT sold out, as of Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Clem Lotto

Good point, Johnny. We do that for our custom frames. For the stock frames, the list "sells out," and people are disappointed that they didn't know about the pre-sale. It's not an issue with customs because each bike is made for the person who is ordering it. With stock frames, we order a

[RBW] Re: Clem Lotto

As we have discovered, there's no perfect method these days. Pre-selling is *still* based on a specific number of frames/bikes. That's how we have to order them: "100 of _, please." And when the pre-sale "sells out" and someone didn't know about it, they're just as disappointed and

[RBW] Re: Rad article on NYC delivery workers

I haven't watched this recently, so I can't remember if there is anything that's not G-Rated, language-wise, but it's a great "slice of life" from of bygone era. SF locals will recognize a young Erik Zo, the messenger bag guy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6EmbaZYRn8 On Tuesday, September

[RBW] Re: Any advice on removing old cork grips?

If you installed them correctly, there's no saving them. Yep. Just chip them off and clean the bars. On Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 6:43:45 AM UTC-7 rickur...@gmail.com wrote: > Any advice on removing old cork grips? I’m assuming I just have to hack > them apart and then clean the bars?

Re: [RBW] Clem L frames live 3et 8/12/21

I remember when we received the first batch of Quickbeams. The green ones. They sold out pretty fast. Not in two minutes, but maybe in two weeks. So we ordered another 100, and the second stack languished for a long time, piled in the middle of what is now the showroom. They eventually sold.

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me optimize my ride

https://www.rivbike.com/collections/riv-garage-sale On Monday, July 26, 2021 at 11:51:26 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > No worries, I still haven't quite found my way to operating the new > Rivbike site either. Like, where's the Garage Sale section?? > > I'm glad you sorted out your Nitto bag

[RBW] Re: My Betty Foy after 10 years

*It's just getting good! * John in Portland, Ore. On Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 6:11:15 PM UTC-7 Pam Bikes wrote: > I wanted to share pictures of a Riv after 10 years with lots of beausage. > I'm terrible at Wordpress and not sure how to format it so it's cobbled > together but I did put all

[RBW] Re: Portland Design Works - Wow!

That was our pal, Chris! When a small company does something like this, it's a hit, financially, so yeah, go small whenever you can! John in Portland, Ore. On Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 6:23:19 AM UTC-7 philipr...@gmail.com wrote: > I ordered a set of PDW Sodapop fenders last weekend and on

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

*Will's 3/26/21 Email Update here:* https://mailchi.mp/42cc80fbd051/platypus-and-sam-frames-are-here?e=90002be5ff On Friday, March 26, 2021 at 3:35:27 PM UTC-7 Pancake wrote: > Some not gangly nor awkward 60cm Cheviot shots from Napa: > https://imgur.com/a/VXeg4Q5 > [image: 9 - bNrYfpz.jpg] >

[RBW] Re: New look for rivbike.com and new News blog

Thank you for your feedback, Ted. I recently spent some time clicking around on the internal links, and thought I had found all that didn't work. If you can think of any that didn't get you where you wanted to go, please let me know. Thanks! John (j...@rivbike.com) On Sunday, March 21, 2021

[RBW] Re: Wow! What's going on with Rivendell caps going for $$$

I remember that one. It came in as a surprise. Grant said it was the ugliest cap he'd ever seen. We didn't sell them. A few leaked out, I guess. Used Rivendell caps normally don't sell for anywhere near this amount on eBay. John j...@rivbike.com On Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 12:22:58

[RBW] Re: Talk Me Out of Building My Own Wheels

As long as Rich Lesnik walks the earth, I will not build my own wheels. John in Portland, Ore. On Monday, October 19, 2020 at 8:25:58 AM UTC-7 Steven Seelig wrote: > So with COVID and all, I've decided that now is the time to do stuff that > I haven't ever done before. Learning to speak

Re: [RBW] Re: Weirdest Rivendell ideas?

*Saluki: 2005.* Mark built mine first to work out the assembly details. It was the largest size we made (62cm). Still ride it daily. When it became apparent that the design would work for larger frames, the A. Homer Hilsen came along in sizes larger than 62cm with 700c wheels. It didn't

[RBW] Re: Best saddle for very upright posture?

Before you rule out a Brooks B-67, Jesse, there's one thing to consider: The springs are very stiff, and only provide the minimum of shock-absorbing qualities. What the springs *do* allow is a little sideways movement as you pedal, dipping a little with each pedal stroke. It's a great saddle

[RBW] If You Need To Call Rivendell In The Next Few Days, Do This

We had to stop answering the phone for a few days. Suffice it to say it has something to do with our BRP plan. Email whomever you wish to speak with at Rivendell or email i...@rivbike.com and give us your number. We will call you back (insert caveats regarding COVID staffing levels, etc.) Of

[RBW] Re: Seeking Riv literature on All Rounder

Here's a link to all back issues of the Reader, compiled by a RBW customer. http://notfine.com/rivreader/ (Another) John in Portland On Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 7:21:04 AM UTC-7 John in PDX wrote: > Have taken custodianship of a Rivendell All Rounder outed on iBob > recently. One

Re: [RBW] Re: While we wait for our Platypus Bikes...

Here's a photo on our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CECGYWwnzqg/ On Thursday, August 27, 2020 at 8:30:16 AM UTC-7 Sam Perez wrote: > what does the platypus look like ? i dont see it on the website > > > > On Wed, Aug 26, 2020 at 1:30 PM 'Hetchins52' via RBW Owners Bunch < >

[RBW] Re: WTB: (Portland, time-sensitive) 650b 42cm

Sadly, Norther Cycles closed last December. -- 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 view this

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: (Portland, time-sensitive) 650b 42cm

And he's re-tired: https://www.instagram.com/p/CEAnQFxFFG3/?igshid=fpsukqyqnv3f On Monday, August 17, 2020 at 3:44:40 PM UTC-7, Sean Kline wrote: > > John: you’re on—thank you! Will PM now. > > Sean > > -- > *From:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.c

[RBW] Re: WTB: (Portland, time-sensitive) 650b 42cm

On Monday, August 17, 2020 at 3:15:41 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > That's an excellent price!  It's Our *"For Stranded Traveller's Only"* Price ☠️ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: WTB: (Portland, time-sensitive) 650b 42cm

On Monday, August 17, 2020 at 3:09:32 PM UTC-7, Karl wrote: > > ... and you get to meet the JOHN BENNETT! What a deal! > Karl > Nash, TN > Sean: PREPARE TO BE UNDERWHELMED - Signed, John Bennett > > On Monday, August 17, 2020 at 4:54:49 PM UTC-5 John A. Bennet

[RBW] Re: WTB: (Portland, time-sensitive) 650b 42cm

Sean, I don't have any Babyshoes, but I do have a pair of lightly used Fatty Rumpkins that I took in trade at Rivelo last year. They're hanging in my garage here in Portland. No warranty/no promises, but they look good and you can HAVE them for FREE if you want them. Reply to

[RBW] Re: Travel bikes

I don't remember that, Joe. Not saying it didn't happen; I just don't have a memory of it. The only bike I recall Grant having direct input on was the SOMA San Marcos, which we sold at RBW. He did give some advice to XtraCycle about head-tube angles early on, as I recall. Don't quote me on

[RBW] Re: Travel bikes

Interesting Rivendell-related footnote: The Bleriot decals and head badge were originally designed for a take-apart travel bike (along the lines of the Ritchey "break-away"). Never happened, and when the opportunity to make a frame in collaboration with QBP came up, the Bleriot decals, etc.

[RBW] Re: Semi OT post? - What bike would you take to the Himalayan foothills? And would you even go?

Vote: Go! It's a beautiful part of the world with great people. Something you'd eventually regret not doing if you didn't. If it were me, I'd take two Clem Ls fitted with Schwalbe tires. John in Portland, Ore. On Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 7:05:09 AM UTC-7, Addison wrote: > > > I hope you

[RBW] Meet Bruce, The Touring Guy on an Atlantis

Bruce bought an Atlantis from us at Rivelo (Portland, Ore.) last year with the idea of retiring from his job and taking to the open road. He started that tour yesterday, and sent the following dispatch. If you want to live vicariously, follow along. Links below. If you want to let him surf

[RBW] Re: Vaughn's custom for sale

Rivendell is honest about everything that they do, even when they flub up. That leaves them open to criticism, but it beats the alternative by a mile. Other companies screw up, too, but they're more likely to keep mum about it, or spin it to cover a mistake: "We just scored a batch of NOS

[RBW] Re: Legolas, Bombadil, Saluki

Fantastic idea, Karl! Buying second, third, or fourth hand is a great way to conserve funds, but if we always *only* do that, well, eventuallyno more Rivendell, and no more Rivendells. In an early Rivendell catalog ---No. 4, I think -- the brown one, in any case --- there was a great

Re: [RBW] Re: MUSA Pants

Dear Mike, We ordered a few pairs ---very few--- so if you want to try a pair, lemme know your size, and I can hold them 'til Saturday. All the best, John at Rivelo On Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 5:12:18 AM UTC-8, Leaf Slayer wrote: > > I'm intrigued by these. Hopefully they'll have them

[RBW] Re: Grant & Hillibikes at Rivelo (Portland, Ore.) November 16 & 17

Coming this week, prior to event. Stand by! On Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 6:51:16 AM UTC-8, Jeffrey B wrote: > > Any word on how much the presale framesets cost? I know a few of us have > been saving up... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Grant & Hillibikes at Rivelo (Portland, Ore.) November 16 & 17

We've been promoting this event on Instagram and Facebook, so if you follow us there (thanks!), you've already read all about it. If you don't, you might not have, so here's the info if you're interested: A link to our blog (It's no Blug or Blahg, trust us):

[RBW] Re: WTB: Jumbo grabby sackville bag

Great, Michael. Thanks! PM on the way. John On Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at 7:32:19 AM UTC-7, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Hi John, > > Yes, I'll take it. What's your paypal address? > > Thanks, > > Michael > > On Monday, October 28, 2019 at 10:40:30 A

[RBW] Re: WTB: Jumbo grabby sackville bag

Dear Michael, We have one in our inventory at Rivelo in Portland, Ore. It is blue. Price is $94 + shipping ($8.88). Let me know if you'd like us to hold it. We take PayPal. All the best, John On Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 4:22:53 PM UTC-7, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Hi, > > I want to

[RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?

I've been riding Bosco bars on my daily commuter (2005 RBW 62cm Saluki) for years, and I have had zero issues with them. No slip, no dip. They are* by far* my favorite bars OF ALL TIME, and believe me, I've ridden them all. Well, all of the bars sold by Rivendell, that is.

[RBW] Re: Helmets (again)

If you wear a helmet, please do your fellow cyclists a favor and *don't *mount one of those blinding flashing strobe lights to the front of it. They don't help you see, and they disorient the rest of us. In fact, please don't mount blinding strobe lights to your bicycle, either. John in

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommend a film camera

. (Shameless plug follows.) http://www.rivelopdx.com/shop/poster-no-3-oregon-spot-by-isaac John at Rivelo in Portland, Ore. On Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at 6:51:43 PM UTC-7, Birdman wrote: > > I’ll chime in with another recommendation for the Olympus XA (thanks a > million to Joh

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Touchup Paint

Our take on it at Rivelo: https://www.instagram.com/p/B1o6mceBEsf/ John in Portland, Ore. On Sunday, August 25, 2019 at 5:09:31 PM UTC-7, Charlie wrote: > > I am looking for touchup paint for my Rivendell bike. It is a light > metallic blue and the serial number on the frame C97135. I am

[RBW] Re: Recommend a film camera

THE best camera is the Olympus OM-1n. The "n" is the upgraded version of the original OM-1. Well worth seeking out. Great lenses available. Start with a 50mm (the one most people paired it with). Then branch out to a wide (28mm) and save up for an 85mm (perfect for portraits). The camera

[RBW] Re: WTB: Choco Bar

If you're looking for a new one, we have one left in stock at Rivelo. The Choco Norm: $92. Lemme know! John On Friday, August 2, 2019 at 10:16:08 PM UTC-7, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > No moose, just choco. > > -J > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Rivelo Film Ride Saturday 7.26

Thanks, Isaac. HOPING you'd make it. Seems like there's gunna be a decent turn-out! Details for anyone who might be interested here: https://www.rivelopdx.com/blog/2019/7/17/rivelo-film-ride-aka-rivelo-pedal-bikes-shoot-film-ride-saturday-july-27-at-1130am On Friday, July 26, 2019 at 1:25:43

[RBW] Re: WTB: 61cm Roadini frameset

We have a grilver *61cm Roadini frame *at Rivelo in Portland. Happy to box it up and send it your way. John On Monday, July 22, 2019 at 10:27:07 AM UTC-7, Reid Echols wrote: > > Just a bump to say I'm still interested in a 61 roadini if anyone's got > one! > > Reid in Austin > > On

[RBW] Re: Funny Blahg quote, Rivelo Film Ride

If you live in Portland and you ride a bike, we hope to see you next/this coming Saturday, July 27 @ 11:30AM ! Camera not required, but you'll have more fun (maybe/probably) if you're toting one.

[RBW] Re: Film cameras on bike rides?

Unfortunately, just sold the very last one a week or so ago. Thanks for buying one when you did! May reorder at some point soon.if there is interest. On Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 7:56:25 AM UTC-7, velomann wrote: > > http://www.rivelopdx.com/shop/bag-pedal-bikes-shoot-film-camera-bag > I

[RBW] Re: Film cameras on bike rides?

This has always worked for me: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/53781a51e4b0f28da14f7222/t/55754589e4b0620d1b3fdf3c/1433748876104/ On Friday, June 28, 2019 at 7:39:56 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: > > What’s the best way to carry a valuable/sentimental/fragile film camera on > mixed

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for 650b tires in 42 to 45mm range?

These are great. I have a pair on my Saluki. https://www.rivbike.com/collections/tires/products/fatty-rumpkin-650b-x-41-tire-force-field-blue-label On Monday, June 24, 2019 at 5:24:13 PM UTC-7, Ash wrote: > > Now that my Appaloosa is sold, I'll be dependent on my road bike until the > Boots

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Timeline

Marty, not Mary. Sorry, Martin. On Monday, April 29, 2019 at 11:06:40 AM UTC-7, John A. Bennett wrote: > > Great list. Brings back memories! > > My 62cm Saluki was the first one assembled by RBW in 2005. Mark wanted to > build an in-house/staff bike before working on customer

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Timeline

Great list. Brings back memories! My 62cm Saluki was the first one assembled by RBW in 2005. Mark wanted to build an in-house/staff bike before working on customer's orders, just to get a feel for the new model. I happily volunteered. It is still my daily commuter. We have big stack of

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

The Brooks B-67 is --for most anatomies -- a better choice than the B-17 when paired with upright bars. Your pelvis rotates backward when you sit upright, and the B-67 (or the unfortunately discontinued B-68) makes for a better "sit-bones platform." Leather saddles are like leather shoes,

[RBW] Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Don’t freeze your beans. Buy them regularly, and keep them in the cupboard in the roll top bag they came in. -- 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: Another Riv Financial Situation Thread

I don't believe ANYONE posting on the Paceline forum regarding Rivendell has any kind of real understanding about how much money it costs to run a company like Rivendell. What other bike COMPANY (yes, it's a company, NOT a shop) with only 10 or 11 multi-hat wearing employees produces as much

[RBW] Pedal Bikes, Shoot Film Posters For Sale

We (Rivelo in Portland) made these limited edition posters in collabaoration with Stumptown Printers (also in Portland). You may recognize some of the scenes, bikes, or people. They’re only $10 each. Order the whole set. “Makes a great gift.” https://instagram.com/p/Bo43TYKh6M8/ John --

Re: [RBW] Re: Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

Steve: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/There%27s_One_in_Every_Crowd#/media/File%3AEricClaptonTheresOneInEveryCrowd.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

[RBW] Re: Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

We took all the seats out of our 1994 Previa, tore out the carpeting, laid down a rubber mat, and voila, the perfect bike-transportin' vehicle. Cost of van: $1,400. https://www.instagram.com/p/BlB-8cnBaNb/?hl=en=rivelo_pdx JAB in PDX On Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at 4:07:48 PM UTC-7, PG

[RBW] Re: Thanks for Gus Grant. What's Next?

I would say 2000 for the Atlantis, at least in terms of delivery. I ordered mine in the summer of that year, and I was working at Rivendell by the time the first batch of 100 was delivered. Grant helped me build mine up after work on December 26, 2000. I still have it. I am down with (and

[RBW] Re: Widest tire for a Saluki

I'm using (and loving) Fatty Rumpkin Stouts, paired with 700 X 45mm SKS fenders and Dia-Compe center-pull brakes on my 2005 Saluki. All is well. https://www.rivbike.com/products/fatty-rumpkin-650b-x-41-tire-force-field-blue-label John in Portland, Ore. On Monday, September 3, 2018 at 2:21:51

[RBW] "Pedal Bikes / Shoot Film" Poster Contest

Rivelo -- AKA Portland's independent Rivendell dealer -- is teaming up with Stumptown Printers to create a limited edition poster, and we're having a contest to choose the (black & white film) photo that will be used to make it. You don't need to live in Portland, and you don't have to attend

[RBW] Re: Visiting Portland this weekend: Rivish riding, Rivelo, VeloCult etc.

Dear Jim, Would be great to see you at Rivelo (Saturday or Sundaywe're closed Monday). We generally have cold drinks in the cooler, and the long-awaited pizza place just opened last month (next door). https://mthoodbrewing.com/pdx-menu/ All the best, John On Thursday, August 2, 2018

[RBW] Re: Anyone have a spare Rivendell mug they're willing to part with?

Rivelo will have some Thursday. If you live in Portland, swing by and grab one. John On Monday, July 9, 2018 at 1:41:48 PM UTC-7, Matt Beecher wrote: > > I got a notification that the mugs are back. Since mine have shipped, I > think it is safe to let everyone else know they are available.

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

Also 4x5 and 8x10 SuperXX sheet film. It was a passion. > > Best regards, > Rich > > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jul 3, 2018, at 10:50 AM, John A. Bennett > wrote: > > Hey, guys. I hate to hijack the thread, but I've been shooting a lot of > film l

[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant

To quote John F. Kennedy, who was paraphrasing Edmund Burke: As the great parliamentarian Edmund Burke said, "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." The full speech, delivered in Canada, back in the Olden Days when we were still friends with them:

[RBW] Re: Workstand clamping

Seat post. Every single time. My mechanical guru, Mark Abele (of RBW) does it that way. And that's all I need to know. -John at Rivelo On Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 11:13:17 PM UTC-7, Paul G wrote: > > For those of you with a fistful of seat post exposed on your large level > top tube bikes,

[RBW] Two April Events In Portland, Oregon

*Rivelo, *Rivendell's Portland/OR/NW dealer, is hosting two events at the shop in April. Both are on *Saturday*s. *April 21 (1-4PM) : Randi Jo Fabrications Trunk Show. *Randi & Eric from RJF will be "in the house" with lots of items for immediate sale. We're also hoping to debut our 4th

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Just realized my comment/attempt at humor doesn't make sense in this digest format. He/They said: "Let's not forget that Rivendell tried something similar" "However, Rivendell had the good sense to abandon that effort. Bike, Book & Hatchet was an interesting experiment." I said:

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Wait! *What*?! *Now* you tell us. John at Rivelo in Portland On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 9:18:17 AM UTC-8, dougP wrote: > > "Let's not forget that Rivendell tried something similar" > > However, Rivendell had the good sense to abandon that effort. Bike, Book > & Hatchet was an interesting

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Marc, you said a mouthful. *All* true for all small businesses. If you spend too much on inventory, your cash flow suffers. If you spend too little, your cash flow suffers. Every product you develop costs 5 times as much as you thought it would because you want to get it right, and your

[RBW] Re: I'll be at Riv and need some suggestions about the local area

San Francisco *Hit: * Golden Gate Park. Valencia Street. Stockton Street (the real Chinatown; skip Grant Avenue). City Lights Books in North Beach. Coit Tower (for the view from the parking lot) and North Beach Golden Gate Bridge, & Fort Point Land's End (Sutro Baths, etc.) The Embarcadero

[RBW] Re: Houseless Sam Hillborne in Portland, Oregon

. looking for it. All I know, John Comrade, (But Not) Detective On Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 11:21:40 AM UTC-8, John A. Bennett wrote: > > A Sam Hillborne was spotted in the same spot for weeks on end until > someone finally cut the u-lock and posted this on Craigslist. >

[RBW] Houseless Sam Hillborne in Portland, Oregon

A Sam Hillborne was spotted in the same spot for weeks on end until someone finally cut the u-lock and posted this on Craigslist. As of now, as far as I know, the Craigslist poster has not heard from the owner. Anyone out there?

[RBW] Re: Crankypants & Thoughtful Responses

*Many thanks to Jim Edgar!* As I believe I mentioned here once before: When this group was first started by Rivendell, Grant and I tried to moderate it, but we fairly quickly figured out that it was not only too time-consuming to do it well, but that it was also putting us in the difficult

[RBW] Re: Helmet that doesn't stand so tall? No teetering crockery helmet?

I've been wearing one of these since seeing a customer with one. http://www.giro.com/us_en/products/men/helmets/urban/sutton-21.html Mine has the added feature that Giro calls MIPS. Costs an extra $20 or so: http://www.giro.com/us_en/mips/ John in Portland On Friday, September 29, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: Saluki.

Dear Dave, I'm a little rusty of the Bleriot specs. It was a very limited offering, done in conjunction with QBP, and yes, made in Taiwan. Riv originally intended the decals/HB/name for another model, but when the QBP thing came together, it was decided to use them for the Bleriot. Jon

[RBW] Re: Saluki.

Salukis were originally available/built in sizes 47cm to 62cm, starting in 2005. When Rivendell wanted to make a bike with similar geometry and qualities (room for bigger tires and fenders, etc.), but in larger sizes, the A. Homer Hilsen was born. Because bikes bigger than 62cm with 650B

[RBW] Re: Portland to SF?

Bookmark this link, and check it periodically for status updates: http://www.bigsurcalifornia.org/highway_conditions.html On Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 2:21:17 AM UTC-7, Kevin Lindsey wrote: > > What exactly is the status of Big Sur? I've been planning to do the SF to > LA ride late next

Re: [RBW] Re: Portland to SF?

uot; > > -Original Message----- > From: "John A. Bennett" > Sent: Aug 28, 2017 3:22 PM > To: RBW Owners Bunch > Subject: [RBW] Re: Portland to SF? > > I used *Bicycling The Pacific Coast Highway* on a trip from Fort Bragg to > San Diego 17 years ago, and f

[RBW] Re: Portland to SF?

I used *Bicycling The Pacific Coast Highway* on a trip from Fort Bragg to San Diego 17 years ago, and found it both indispensable and without flaw in those pre-GPS days. Glad to see it's still being updated (and published). John in Portland, Oregon On Sunday, August 27, 2017 at 9:17:37 PM

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

ll riders. > > Melanie > > On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 4:37:56 PM UTC-4, John A. Bennett wrote: >> >> Darby and I are going to be in* New York *from the 14th to 19th of >> September (which is more like the 15th to the 18th). >> >> We are looking

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

Good suggestion. Hoping to avoid having to get the bikes to Manhattan, though. Pretty sure you can't take bikes on the subway, and we won't have a car. Cool shop. One of their guys stopped by Rivelo last summer! On Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 7:10:14 AM UTC-7, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

*Indeed!* On Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 6:36:04 AM UTC-7, Abcyclehank wrote: > > I love the bunch! Why can't the whole world be filled with people this > generous. > > Ryan Hankinson > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

Ryan, if you're ever in Portland, we'll hook you up. John On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 12:28:16 PM UTC-7, Abcyclehank wrote: > > @LBeriot that is a good option but more expensive than Bartering. I will > do something similar in Chicago this week only because had for me to find a > 100pbh

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

We might! Looks like the rides are limited to 30 minutes, though. Am I interpreting that correctly? On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 11:44:46 AM UTC-7, LBleriot wrote: > > Why not just rent a CitiBike up near the Park? > > On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 4:37:56 PM UTC-4, John A. B

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

North Brooklyn. > And Abcyclehank, if you're ever in NYC needing a ride, I've got you > covered. > -Kai > BK NY > > > > On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 4:37:56 PM UTC-4, John A. Bennett wrote: >> >> Darby and I are going to be in* New York *from the 14th to 19th of >

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

ide for a > 20-30 miler in the Hudson hills. Or at least give you a map and good coffee > spots. > > On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 4:37:56 PM UTC-4, John A. Bennett wrote: >> >> Darby and I are going to be in* New York *from the 14th to 19th of >> September (which i

[RBW] Re: Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

the right day serve as tour guide for a > 20-30 miler in the Hudson hills. Or at least give you a map and good coffee > spots. > > On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 4:37:56 PM UTC-4, John A. Bennett wrote: >> >> Darby and I are going to be in* New York *from the 14th to 19th of &g

[RBW] Bike Swapping? Manhattan (NYC) and Portland (OR)

Darby and I are going to be in* New York *from the 14th to 19th of September (which is more like the 15th to the 18th). We are looking to find bikes for a day to tool around Central Park, and the Waterfront Greenway. We're on a shoestring budget for this trip, so I thought I'd see if anyone

[RBW] FS: Rosco Bubbe 55.5cm Frameset X 2

We have two brand new, never built 55.5cm Rosco Bubbe frame-sets for sale at Rivelo. These are the Waterford-built matte green paint models designed for anyone with a PBH of 89 to 95cm. Includes headset, bottom bracket, and seat post. We're selling them for Riv's last price ($900) *and* will

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