[RBW] Re: New (to my wife) Betty Foy

2017-03-11 Thread grrlyrida
It's a gorgeous looking bike. I like the red pedals. I also think the Brooks maybe too narrow for a women's sit bones. I use the B17S on both my bikes. Any wider Brooks will work well. On Friday, March 10, 2017 at 10:01:49 AM UTC-8, Daniel Betancourt wrote: > > I bought the frame, wheels, and

[RBW] Re: Custom queue

2016-06-24 Thread grrlyrida
I rode my pink custom mixte from Silverlake to Eagle Rock, here in LA, and got so many compliments and smiles as I rode by Traders and my company's mailbox store. I have the same set up with 650 B's. I remember when Riv posted the pics on Instagram the painter said, "I hope she likes the

[RBW] Re: Rivs in the UK

2016-01-31 Thread grrlyrida
Like Drew I live in LA and tried out Betty Foys while up North for a wedding. I was so impressed with the staff and Grant that when I got back home, I choose a custom mixte. I was sized over the phone and trusted that Grant knew what he was doing and I was right. I take my mixte everywhere,

[RBW] Re: New Cheviot build for my wife.

2016-01-06 Thread grrlyrida
Gorgeous. I love how you built it up. I also put my light on the front rack and have a small Wald basket on my custom mixte. On Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 8:51:07 PM UTC-8, Keith Muller wrote: > > Just finished up a new 50cm Cheviot build for my wife. I have a couple > finishing details to

[RBW] Re: Glorius and Wilbury available now under the radar sales

2016-01-01 Thread grrlyrida
I have a custom mixte. You'll love it. I just did a gravel ride during the Christmas break and took it on a week long bike tour to Utah in September. I'll travel up to Mount Hollywood this weekend. The bike is so versatile that you can do a lot of different riding with it. And of course I use

[RBW] Christmas Clementine

2015-12-31 Thread grrlyrida
Gorgeous bike! So pretty. I hope she enjoys it! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen

2015-05-23 Thread grrlyrida
I was just going to ask if that's a Tibetan Mastiff. I have a quirky Tibetan Terrier that was raised around Tibetan Mastiffs and like all Tibetan dogs she's suspicious of folks she doesn't know. Her breed was the watchdog at the monastery. They would walk back and forth on the monastery walls

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for wheel security?

2015-05-23 Thread grrlyrida
There was an article in the Downtown News that bike thefts are up 60% in downtown LA. The Central Library and restaurants are thieve favorite places to steal bikes. I've never brought my Rivendell down there. I only bring the Bridgestone.

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for a multi-tool?

2015-05-23 Thread grrlyrida
Topeak 9 mini and topeak 11 mini On Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 12:11:04 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: Specifically looking for something with wrenches on it for tightening fender stay nuts, etc. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

2015-03-31 Thread grrlyrida
That's where my Riv is too. Right next to my bed. -- 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] Re: Done

2015-01-13 Thread grrlyrida
You can never go wrong with pink. Gorgeous bike! On Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 10:37:27 PM UTC-8, Christopher Chen wrote: Can't stop staring at the bike. All the different classifications crammed into one. Noodles? Big fenders? Rad knobby tires? I've named it after Taco Cabana, the all

[RBW] Re: Flats: Hetres vs Babyshoe Pass?

2014-12-31 Thread grrlyrida
I just changed yet another flat with my Hetres. I've only had the bike for 18 months. I guess I'm having bad luck with mine. I've only ridden it a few hundred miles. :( On Monday, December 29, 2014 11:34:37 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Wondering if anyone has used both in the same conditions,

[RBW] Thankful for rain

2014-12-04 Thread grrlyrida
I was commuting in the rain also. Where did you get those bag covers? My medium saddle bag and large shop sack got soaked, but not its contents. My laptop and papers plus food stayed dry. But I'd like a cover over them to keep them looking nice. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Flats and Hetres

2014-11-15 Thread grrlyrida
I got a flat with my Hetres last night from the poor condition of Los Angeles' roads--cracks and potholes. It doesn't happen monthly, but I don't ride this bike everyday. On Friday, November 14, 2014 6:48:28 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Obviously, Jan H. is lucky not to have to deal with this

[RBW] Re: OT (grant-related, not Riv-related): lo-carb, high fat protein, ketosis, c.

2014-11-02 Thread grrlyrida
I lost 30 lbs doing a modified whole 30. I cut out all grains, dairy (which I rarely ate anyway) and sugar. But the best thing that happened was that my asthma disappeared. I stopped using my advair and rescue inhalers. I've been asthmatic for 25 years! After the 1st month I planned to go back

[RBW] Re: Soon to arrive new to me and first Riv. Bombadil

2014-10-12 Thread grrlyrida
Gorgeous Cunningham and welcome to RBW Owners Bunch! On Tuesday, October 7, 2014 9:58:41 AM UTC-7, Nanga Parbat wrote: Hello RBW OB, I am new to the group and have been following Rivendell since I first came across the All Rounder. I have attached a few photos of my All Rounder built by

Re: [RBW] Re: Considering my first Riv purchase and looking for helpful advice

2014-10-02 Thread grrlyrida
I knew once you rode one, you would be sold. The same thing happened to me when I rode a Betty Foy for the first time. There was no way I could stay satisfied with my 2006 2200 Aluminum/carbon Trek. I wanted 40's on my bike, so I went with a custom mixte. I've had it for a year now and I've

[RBW] Re: Frankenstein Bike

2014-09-28 Thread grrlyrida
I think it's pretty. On Friday, September 26, 2014 8:42:06 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: I'm off on Friday's while the rest of humanity in Los Angeles is madly rushing to get home in petrol-chemical bubbles. I decided to do a ramble over Pasadena way mail some letters go to Vroman's book store

[RBW] What are the worst shoes you rode in that turned out working great!

2014-08-23 Thread grrlyrida
Dr. Scholl wooden slide sandals. I thought they wouldn't stay on my feet, but they did. The wooden platform gave me a lot of support too. I just did errands with them. They're comfortable. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Re: SAM HAS ARRIVED

2014-08-17 Thread grrlyrida
That color is beautiful. On Saturday, August 16, 2014 2:29:06 PM UTC-7, Serial Griller wrote: My Sam arrived on Friday.I'm very pleased with the Jade color. Did some measuring and the fork, rear triangle, drop outs, and derailuer hanger were perfectly aligned. Enjoyed the box art too!

[RBW] Re: Why does my silver shifter become loose?

2014-08-16 Thread grrlyrida
Thanks for the video. I should have looked at it before posting, well if I knew it existed. How did I miss that one?! I admit I'm no mechanic. I'm learning a lot about silver shifters. Thanks everyone. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Why does my silver shifter become loose?

2014-08-15 Thread grrlyrida
My silver shifter becomes loose then I can't keep my front derailleur in high gear. Today I had to hold my left bar end shifter up while riding from Santa Monica to Silverlake. It was annoying and tiring. I've taken it in several times and the mechanic tightens it then it will last like that

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike locks ?

2014-08-10 Thread grrlyrida
, grrlyrida grrl...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Here's a kickstarter for nut locks like an affordable pitlock: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/274365669/nutlock-outsmart-thieves-save-your-wheels-lock-you On Thursday, August 7, 2014 3:34:48 PM UTC-7, Serial Griller wrote: I normally do my

[RBW] Re: Bike locks ?

2014-08-09 Thread grrlyrida
Here's a kickstarter for nut locks like an affordable pitlock: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/274365669/nutlock-outsmart-thieves-save-your-wheels-lock-you On Thursday, August 7, 2014 3:34:48 PM UTC-7, Serial Griller wrote: I normally do my ride and lock my bike in the rack on my truck

[RBW] Betty Foy models in Title Nine

2014-08-09 Thread grrlyrida
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-pO3uXM0kBVY/U-b5duhX8TI/AHg/6nF1LnSO5j0/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-08-09%2Bat%2B9.41.07%2BPM.png Title Nine, a women's clothing store, features Betty Foy in their catalog. A few years back they only had spandex and jerseys as cycling clothes. They've

[RBW] Re: I would rather ride my Rivendell thank you

2014-06-13 Thread grrlyrida
Sorry about the loss of your job. I know how it is to lose a job. However I've learned being funemployed isn't bad also. I've picked up the best new knowledge and experiences during my funemployment and was able to use it to land another job in an unrelated field. Good luck with another door

Re: [RBW] Everyone needs at least one Bosco bike

2014-06-06 Thread grrlyrida
I have boscos on an old bridgestone mixte I found in the back of an auto repair shop for $100. I call it my Traders bike. I had some Nitto Elysees from Compass Cycles on it, but I couldn't get it comfortable. Once I put the Boscos on it, I find myself choosing it over my custom Riv sometimes

[RBW] Re: Sub 24 Bike Camp Trip

2014-05-25 Thread grrlyrida
Gorgeous scenery. I need to get out and ride up Mt. Hollywood after seeing those pics. Simply beautiful. On Sunday, May 25, 2014 7:47:28 AM UTC-7, Addison wrote: Did a little jaunt out to Dog Valley west of Reno just a bit into California on my Riv AR. Didn't see too many meteors but it was

[RBW] Re: Habitual rides, riding habits

2014-05-24 Thread grrlyrida
I'm like you Chris. When I use to do a century I felt so beat up after that I stopped doing them. When I use to do go fast rides with others on their go fast bikes I was always the slowest. I tried to train and get faster until I embraced my slowness and realized I enjoy slow rides and using a

[RBW] A Tale of Two Saluki's

2014-05-24 Thread grrlyrida
I love pastels. The lavender is my choice. Don't see that bike color much. Both are gorgeous bikes, though. -- 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: 6 Weeks of daily commuting on my Sam

2014-05-19 Thread grrlyrida
Beautiful set up. -- 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] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?

2014-05-14 Thread grrlyrida
That's so true Patrick. I fell in with the CrossFit crowd and decided to cut out sugars and grains. I thought I would have a plateau like most diets and 22 lbs later I'm still losing and will reach my goal of 25 lbs sooner than I expected. I don't have craving for sugar but I have to make

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

2014-05-03 Thread grrlyrida
Hi Eunice, It was beautifully done, passionate and moving. Thank you so much. On Thursday, May 1, 2014 6:10:32 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote: I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking last month here: https://sleepyneko.exposure.co/30-days-of-biking Warning: it's kind of long

[RBW] Re: Chincoteague NWR

2014-04-14 Thread grrlyrida
What beautiful pics. I remember reading those books in elementary schools. I loved them. And to be able to ride your bike around those islands, priceless. On Monday, April 7, 2014 1:46:34 PM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: We finally got out of snowy and now muddy Vt. (we live 3 miles down a

[RBW] Re: Cheviot's poppy picture

2014-04-13 Thread grrlyrida
. On Saturday, April 12, 2014 6:43:49 PM UTC-7, grrlyrida wrote: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Qq_kL8WrIqE/U0nqArmvOKI/AE8/8F6kM3941wk/s1600/IMG_0639.JPG I think Rivbike's Cheviot poppy photo is one the prettiest pictures I've seen on their site (that's a lot of P's). When I visited my mom up

[RBW] Re: Cheviot's poppy picture

2014-04-13 Thread grrlyrida
Thanks Hugh and Deacon. Mark said it's called Fuchsia. Joe thought I may not like it because it's pretty bright, but all my bikes are a derivation of pink. :) Deacon I don't have a black dog but I have a little butterscotch Tibetan Terrier. She needs to lose a few lbs. to fit in that basket

[RBW] Cheviot's poppy picture

2014-04-12 Thread grrlyrida
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Qq_kL8WrIqE/U0nqArmvOKI/AE8/8F6kM3941wk/s1600/IMG_0639.JPG I think Rivbike's Cheviot poppy photo is one the prettiest pictures I've seen on their site (that's a lot of P's). When I visited my mom up in Santa Ynez Valley, I stopped by La Purisma

Re: [RBW] Cheviot's poppy picture

2014-04-12 Thread grrlyrida
On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 6:43 PM, grrlyrida grrl...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Qq_kL8WrIqE/U0nqArmvOKI/AE8/8F6kM3941wk/s1600/IMG_0639.JPG I think Rivbike's Cheviot poppy photo is one the prettiest pictures I've seen on their site (that's a lot

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

2014-03-26 Thread grrlyrida
Gorgeous bike. It came out beautifully. I had my doubts when I looked at the unpainted frame. But I should know not to doubt Grant, Mark and Joe. Great job guys! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day - Lavendar Saluki!

2014-03-23 Thread grrlyrida
I love that color; but I have a purple Bridgestone and pink Rivendell so I'm bias. On Friday, March 21, 2014 8:46:11 PM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2014/03/new-bike-day.html I'm quite satisfied to say that I've introduced another Riv to the East Coast (to offset

[RBW] Re: Saddlesack Medium and Biking to School

2014-03-23 Thread grrlyrida
Glad you're able ride with your kids to school. I also have the middle saddle sack, which is actually like a large bike sack. I have it in olive and use it on my grocery getter bridgestone mixte. I take it to traders and avoid that parking crazy lot. You'll enjoy it, because it carries a lot.

[RBW] Re: New Rear Racks

2014-03-02 Thread grrlyrida
I bought a medium to go on my custom Riv. They're very nice looking! On Friday, February 28, 2014 9:32:29 AM UTC-8, Brian Campbell wrote: are in stock... http://www.rivbike.com/category-s/147.htm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

2014-02-28 Thread grrlyrida
My mom told me that when I was 2 we were stationed at Strategic Air Command HQ's. She thought I was outside playing with the neighbor kids and then went to check on me and I was riding my tricycle along side an Air Police. He said I had rode my trike 2 miles to the gate and I didn't know my

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

2014-02-28 Thread grrlyrida
That looks like my pink Schwinn Junior Miss!! I wish I still had that bike. Folks here in Silverlake build them up and ride around town with them. I saw one parked at Traders and looked at it with envy. On Friday, February 28, 2014 6:36:05 PM UTC-8, Ron Mc wrote: oh, we're going that far back

Re: [RBW] Out my back door.

2014-02-13 Thread grrlyrida
No wonder that looked familiar. I use to ride out to Sunland from Silverlake and then try to go up Big Tujunga or was it Little Tujunga? I can't remember but I do remember how beautiful it is up there. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Out my back door.

2014-02-13 Thread grrlyrida
Hi Hugh, I'm Ness and most of the bike advocacy community here in LA know me as grrlyrida. I still live in Silverlake and either ride my old Bridgestone mixte or my Rivendell mixte around LA and Pasadena. When I use to ride up to Sunland via Glen Oaks, I was using my go fast, aluminum/carbon

[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy

2014-02-11 Thread grrlyrida
That's funny Cecily. I was laughing reading your reply because now I think I need to get a Sam for touring. I don't have money and either and I haven't been on a tour since 2008, but just in case ... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] BLUG bike

2014-02-11 Thread grrlyrida
That's a gorgeous bike. Similar to my custom but different color, cranks and brakes. Plus it has a beautiful back rack. I want that rack!! Oh when will it be available?!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy

2014-02-10 Thread grrlyrida
Six years ago I went to Riv HQ and rode a Betty Foy for half the day. It was one of the best experiences I've had at a bike shop. I guess I was hanging around so long and riding every size of the Betty Foy that I met Grant and he said I should get the larger size. I didn't want to leave. I

Re: [RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-29 Thread grrlyrida
That's impressive to train for rando. Good luck with the training. Glad you're getting back on your bike and training for something fun. -- 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: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-26 Thread grrlyrida
Hi Leah, With regards to the bike bus, contact Safe Routes to School (SFTS). They have coordinators in your district, information online how to start a bike bus and webinars. I am the bike/bus coordinator for my local elementary school located on a freeway otherwise known as Sunset Blvd. here

[RBW] Re: The why post? You decide.

2014-01-26 Thread grrlyrida
Years ago when I had a subscription to Bicycling magazine, they had a story about this amazing cyclist who was as fast as anyone on the TdF. The problem was that he refused to race. He would spend hours on his bike in the mountains, even refusing full time work so he could spend his day riding

[RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

2014-01-23 Thread grrlyrida
What a beautiful bike. You did such fine work. Inspires me to take some rust off my Bridgestone. On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 9:29:48 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: I got my pop's Windsor into rideable condition last night. I rode it around the block and I'm extremely pleased so far. The

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixte frame design question

2014-01-20 Thread grrlyrida
I think you're right about the excessive flex with double tube mixtes. I have an old Bridgestone double tube mixte and there is a lot of flex going down a steep hill near my house. However with my custom single tube Rivendell mixte I don't experience that problem at all. I'm going to do some

[RBW] Re: New Nitto Rear rack

2014-01-20 Thread grrlyrida
Thanks Brian, I was wondering the same thing. I'm definitely going to buy one! On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 6:56:03 AM UTC-8, Brian Campbell wrote: I asked RBW about the new rack on the BLUG and below is the response from Spencer: Hi Brian- That's a medium big rear prototype. I

[RBW] Re: 52cm Wilbury on CL

2014-01-14 Thread grrlyrida
That is a beautiful bike. The intricate lugs, the paint job--just gorgeous! On Monday, January 13, 2014 6:48:35 PM UTC-8, Mattt wrote: I saw this Willbury on Craigslist. Beautiful lugs. I wanted to let the group know because you don't see many around for sale.

[RBW] FS - Nitto, Tubus, Compass Tires, Paul, and more

2014-01-08 Thread grrlyrida
Hi Dan, I'm interested in the Cosmo rack if it's still available. -- 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: How cold was your first day ride?

2014-01-01 Thread grrlyrida
77 in Silverlake,10 minutes from downtown LA. I just rode to a crossfit class. On Wednesday, January 1, 2014 8:38:33 AM UTC-8, Bill Fulford wrote: Kennebunk Maine, 19 degrees, felt like 4. Baby it's cold out there. Rode the Hunqapillar and enjoyed the ride. -- You received this message

[RBW] Tokyo Cycle Show ( Picture Set )

2012-11-06 Thread grrlyrida
Those are some beautiful bikes, particularly the pink portuer. I lived in Japan for several years. I would love to go back and purchase a bike from there. Thanks for the pics. I enjoyed the entire slideshow. I saw the Rivendell surprise! -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks B-67 Saddle, Honey

2012-03-14 Thread grrlyrida
Hi Velovixen, I'm interested in your saddle. Is it still available? On Monday, March 12, 2012 6:50:17 PM UTC-7, velovixen wrote: Hi! I am selling a Brooks B-67 saddle in honey. It's in excellent condition: almost broken in, with only a couple of marks that I tried to show in the photos.

[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC

2012-01-05 Thread grrlyrida
I'm with Joe. First I thought maybe it's a guy thing, but I just don't find him amusing or funny. I guess funny is in the eye of the beholder. On Jan 5, 3:25 pm, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Au contraire, I've tried many times to find him funny. He seems like a nice fellow, and I

[RBW] Re: Riv Intro

2011-11-29 Thread grrlyrida
That's what made me order a bike from RBW and leave my carbon/skinny tired lifestyle behind--a test drive at Riv on a Betty Foy. On Nov 28, 4:32 pm, Smitty-A-Go-Go 54ca...@gmail.com wrote: Had family in town this past weekend. My sister rides bikes and had expressed interest go on ride during

[RBW] Re: Sackville Grid Grey Fabric Discontinued

2011-09-04 Thread grrlyrida
Phew! The grey grid is the only color that matches the bike I just ordered from Riv. I wanted thegrey grid in a shop sack plus med saddle sack. Ness On Sep 4, 9:55 am, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: I also emailed Keven who responded that no one there had heard any issues with the

[RBW] Re: Protovelo back to CdlVs

2011-07-12 Thread grrlyrida
What was wrong with the cream grand bois? I thought they made your bike cute. :) On Jul 12, 10:53 am, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: I may try the B-lines down the line. BUt I have a few spare CdlVs, and to be honest, I've always found them passable on a bike like this. I have Pari-motos

[RBW] Re: My new Custom Rivendell Mixte

2011-05-02 Thread grrlyrida
as well. I added to my photostream if you'd like to check out the new rear rack setup.  Front rack + ziptied basket may be in the works if rear-only setup is too limiting. On Apr 30, 11:38 pm, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: Sumehra, That is the most gorgeous bike I've seen

[RBW] Re: My new Custom Rivendell Mixte

2011-04-30 Thread grrlyrida
Sumehra, That is the most gorgeous bike I've seen on this site. I love the color. I have a go fast bike in that color now and plan on getting a Betty Foy painted a similar shade. Good for you for getting a custom mixte. I wish I could afford one but the BF will have to do for now. I agree with

[RBW] Re: Todays ride

2011-04-17 Thread grrlyrida
What's funny is that before I clicked on to your post, I said to myself, Oh good Kelly posted. He always has something interesting to say with great pics. And as usual I was right. Thanks for posting Kelly. I always enjoy your ride commentary and pics. That's a huge bag. What brand is it? Ness

[RBW] Re: New Bleriot Owner; intro and some thoughts

2011-04-17 Thread grrlyrida
Where are the pics?!!! On Apr 17, 8:19 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Hey there Steve, I sincerely hope your Bleriot is all you hoped for! My ex-Bleriot was one of my favorite bikes.  I shouldn't have sold it, but a fancy new Rivendell caught my eye... or so the story goes.  I

[RBW] Re: Wife's new Atlantis

2011-03-18 Thread grrlyrida
Everything works beautifully. I love the color with the long board fenders. Ness On Mar 18, 6:40 pm, Forrest ftme...@me.com wrote: Gorgeous! On Mar 18, 4:50 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Kelly: That's one of the nicest Atlantis' around.  What a color.  Tubus Cosmo (?)

[RBW] Re: this is how i roll (bike porn)

2011-03-15 Thread grrlyrida
That's a beautiful set up, Brett. Ridiculously gorgeous. What size are those wood fenders? Do you think the fit is better than the honjos with the hetres? On Mar 15, 9:45 am, Brett Lindenbach brett.lindenb...@gmail.com wrote: finally got the

[RBW] Re: Grant refers to this helmet guy for some reason

2011-03-15 Thread grrlyrida
That's funny. I thought I was the only one who felt that way about MCA. I only had to go on his blog once to figure that out. However he's very popular on the cycling blogosphere. I could only sit through the vid for a few minutes before I turned it off. On Mar 15, 5:03 pm, eflayer

[RBW] Re: All Rounder on Chicago CL

2011-03-11 Thread grrlyrida
Wow. That is a gorgeous bike. On Mar 11, 8:15 pm, AmiSingh asd...@gmail.com wrote: Purrdy Bike There! -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Lay-aways

2011-03-01 Thread grrlyrida
+1,000,000 I'm gonna try it next month with a Betty Foy. First red heteres are in and now this. Yippee!!! On Mar 1, 11:02 am, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: +1 I like my Hillborne a lot, but I think I would like an Atlantis even better.  Hmmm On Mar 1, 10:43 am, Pondero

[RBW] Re: Lay-aways

2011-03-01 Thread grrlyrida
?  Hopefully they have a computer do it all, but it's amusing to me how un-simple they tend to make certain things.  It's actually kind of endearing. On Mar 1, 11:54 am, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: +1,000,000 I'm gonna try it next month with a Betty Foy. First red heteres

[RBW] Re: Registration of bicycles in New York State

2011-03-01 Thread grrlyrida
They got rid of that silliness in LA last year and Santa Monica last month. They're working on Long Beach now. Good luck, NY. On Mar 1, 8:52 am, Keith Andrews kav...@yahoo.com wrote: Perhaps a bit off topic, but not to those of us in the great state of New York. I have lived in the so called

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build

2011-02-26 Thread grrlyrida
bettyfoy, but the official group name now includes both models. Marty http://www.flickr.com/groups/bettyfoy/ On Feb 25, 5:54 pm, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: Betty's color is beautiful and a perfect bike for ciclavia. I was hoping to have my Betty by the next Ciclavia but I

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build

2011-02-26 Thread grrlyrida
PP, Wow you've really fixed up your YG nicely. Glad to see the new additions. On Feb 25, 2:41 pm, Powderpiggy keely.murd...@verizon.net wrote: So can Yves join the flickr group too?? http://www.flickr.com/photos/54500043@N05/5477629930/ On Feb 25, 2:33 am, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build

2011-02-25 Thread grrlyrida
Betty's color is beautiful and a perfect bike for ciclavia. I was hoping to have my Betty by the next Ciclavia but I won't have it by April, Ness On Feb 24, 2:10 pm, Jon j...@starfanglednut.com wrote: Well, I suppose I need to join in on the fun. Here's my wife's Betty Foy. Apologies for the

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build

2011-02-24 Thread grrlyrida
Rene, Very lovely Betty. What size is your crank? When I get my Betty, I'm thinking of the same build, but I would like to try some red hetres. I do like Scott's wood fenders, though. Ness On Feb 24, 1:56 pm, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Latest set of photos is

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build

2011-02-23 Thread grrlyrida
Simply gorgeous. Well done. I love the component you chose. Everything fits and looks beautiful. On Feb 23, 10:32 am, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on

[RBW] Re: Great Quote

2011-02-16 Thread grrlyrida
Thanks for the quote. It's so appropriate to my life right now. Commuted to work at midnight. Talk about a pleasant stress free ride. No cars on the road, didn't have to worry about traffic lights just me and my thoughts. Even when it started to rain it didn't bother me. This is coming from an

[RBW] Re: Bags

2011-02-08 Thread grrlyrida
If I had unlimited funds, I would love to get a Guu. They're some of my favorite bag. But Riv has a shopsack and that's one of my other favorite practical bags. On Feb 7, 11:14 pm, Benedikt neutralbuoya...@comcast.net wrote: So I'm thinking about making a new bag for my front rack.  I'd like to

[RBW] Re: Update on riding changes this year.. (oops it's long)

2011-02-06 Thread grrlyrida
Kelly, I'm where you are. But I'm still riding my aluminum/carbon bike until I save enough for my rivbike. The proverbial straw was getting ready to go to Traders to pick up a few things. I had an epiphany when I realized I have to get kitted up to go to the grocery store on my bike. It was then

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy questions

2011-02-01 Thread grrlyrida
I'm planning on buying a Betty too. I wanted the red hetres with the honjos. From the description on Rivbike it says what Sam can do so can Betty. Both descriptions state that they can take wheels up to 40mm with fenders. Yet I see many Sam with hetres and honjos. But from what I'm hearing for

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar mushing trail ride

2011-01-30 Thread grrlyrida
On Jan 29, 11:43 pm, Ian Dickson iandicks...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks, Ryan.  I love this kind of riding, when it isn't too cold. One day I'll get a proper snow bike, but the Hunqapillar has been great this winter. It looks like a proper snow bike to me! I like the moustache bars w/ your

[RBW] Re: Idaho Stop in NYC

2011-01-20 Thread grrlyrida
I had to ride slow because I was taking my guerrilla route, the one I follow when I assume that everyone in a car is out to get me. -- Neal Stephenson, Zodiac That definitely should be my mantra. I have to take Fountain Ave, Eastside to the Westside, to work in LA. Part of my route is

[RBW] Re: Yoga; was [RBW ]

2011-01-17 Thread grrlyrida
I've never done Bikram's. I know they use a room heated to around 90 deg to make you sweat while doing a sequence of around 20 postures. I've done other forms before settling with Ashtanga yoga. It's one of the most challenging forms, but I have a tendency to be lazy so I needed something to wake

[RBW] Re: Rivendell representin' at the 2011 Los Angeles River Ride?

2011-01-16 Thread grrlyrida
I'm thinking about it. It's only 4 miles from me, but I've never been. I've been saving for a Riv. Maybe I'll have it by then. If not I'll be on my carbon bike with its 2 spoke wheels. :sigh: Ness On Jan 16, 11:53 am, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: Hi folks, Just a heads up that the

[RBW] Re: Saddle comparison - Brooks B17 vs. Berthoud Touring

2011-01-11 Thread grrlyrida
I like the look and feel of the B17S. I looked at the Berthoud also but I couldn't get past the $200 price tag and aesthetically I don't find them pleasing. When I see them the first thing I see is plastic. They remind of the faux leather saddles my lbs carries. They have a lot of plastic on them

[RBW] Re: Riding around the City

2011-01-09 Thread grrlyrida
Beautiful photos as usual Jim. I love the look of the prison. We don't have that many buildings that old here, unless they are missions. How did you get those 50mm fat franks on the Creamcicle Sam with fenders? I thought 42 mm was the max. Do you think Betty can take 50 mm's too? Ness On Jan

[RBW] Re: My First Off Road ride on my new Sam Hillborne

2011-01-02 Thread grrlyrida
Great ride report! Love your writing, scenery and especially your creamsicle Hillborne. It reminds me of Club Fed behind my mom's house in northern Santa Barbara County. The prisoners run a dairy farm. It has pine trees because it's borders Los Padres Nat'l forest. Your ride inspired me to check

[RBW] Re: New News Post

2011-01-02 Thread grrlyrida
I'm a fan of Gary Taubes since he came out with, What if fat was a big fat lie? During the low carb 00's. But as a person in the culinary industry, most of these diet books are unsustainable for most people. Sure lots of processed sugar and wheat based carbs will cause you to gain weight. But

[RBW] Re: Project Bike

2010-12-19 Thread grrlyrida
Nice build Bob. I want to do something similar with a CL 80's raleigh mixte. Thanks for the link cuz I have 2 dinottes but can't use the front one with a basket too. Thanks for the inspiration. Ness On Dec 19, 1:58 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Two Dinotte taillights?  You'll be

[RBW] Re: Splats rock.

2010-11-30 Thread grrlyrida
Hi Beth, What size are you and what size did you buy? I'm a 6 1/2 to 7 narrow and was thinking about buying a pair since we've had a lot of rain in SoCal. Ness On Nov 30, 6:53 am, Beth H periwinkle...@yahoo.com wrote: Got mine in the mail at work. Wore them home. They work great with flat

[RBW] Re: Latest issue of Momentum

2010-11-15 Thread grrlyrida
I read this last month and didn't realize he was the same Esteban on here. But I did notice the Rivvish bike. :) http://momentumplanet.com/articles/san-diego -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Betty

2010-11-10 Thread grrlyrida
with the bicycle problem.   I expect her love will grow when she gets additional opportunities to get it out more, it's such a smooth ride. On Nov 9, 11:17 pm, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: Awww what a beautiful bike and set up. What size is Betty and what's your wife's height? Does

[RBW] Re: Betty

2010-11-09 Thread grrlyrida
Awww what a beautiful bike and set up. What size is Betty and what's your wife's height? Does she like the bike? -- 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

[RBW] Re: My Betty Foy... at last!

2010-10-08 Thread grrlyrida
Very cute. I can't wait until I get mines. Enjoy! On Oct 7, 11:26 am, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all! Here are the photos of the current state of the build of my new Betty Foy. Sadly, I've been traveling so much and then working so hard that I also got sick so the riding

[RBW] Re: This morning's ride.

2010-10-06 Thread grrlyrida
on the label - its really small and no one really sees it. It is s much fun to ride I just can't stay off of it.  I haven't felt like this about a bike, in well, forever. Thanks for asking, Keely On Oct 4, 8:21 pm, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: Gorgeous scenery! Why did you decide

[RBW] Re: This morning's ride.

2010-10-04 Thread grrlyrida
Gorgeous scenery! Why did you decide on the Yves instead of the Betty? What was the deciding factors? Ness On Oct 3, 12:37 pm, Powderpiggy keely.murd...@verizon.net wrote: Hey, Just wanted to thank everyone that gave me advice on 'upgrades' for a Betty Foy.   I wound up  not actually really

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