[RBW] Re: Have a sub 40 lb Atlantis?

You can get eyeglasses with titanium frames. Another little weight-saving trick: seltzer water. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 12:26:19 AM UTC-5, Bill Schairer wrote: > > Haha, it probably depends on what’s in those bags! I have a cable, heavy > lock, tools, tubes, pen, change, and things

[RBW] Re: Acorn Boxy Rando Bag and Rear Saddle Roll Bag - Tan

I will buy both. PM me to work out the details. On Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 11:30:15 PM UTC-6, Jeffrey Arita wrote: > > Acorn Bags! Sparingly used Boxy Rando Bag and rear Saddle Roll Bag - in > Tan > Boxy Rando Bag is older version that has velcro straps on the bottom to > secure to

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Racking

A surprise resolution to this thread! I just ordered the blue 59 Frank Jones Sr that went on the 'web specials' today. That's the Rivendell single speed frame I actually wanted when I got this Quickbeam. Very excited! This also means I'll have a very nice condition 60cm green Quickbeam for sale.

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

Excellent explanation, Patrick. Many of the bodily functions involve reserves and restoration. ->Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 3:39:42 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Great question, Lum. How much of an answer do you want? Ready? Duck! Grin. > >

[RBW] Re: PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

I am very grateful right now that neither of these are in my size. The Frank Jones is really beautiful. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 5:08:07 PM UTC-6, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > Seems if you really want a 56cm Atlantis, you might have some decisions to > make (26" vs 650B). > >

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Just bought one too. Anything to help out. -- 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] Re: Riv request for store credits

Just bought some as well. It must be hard to make an ask like this. I was glad to help. -- 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: Riv request for store credits

Just bought 5. I hope they make it. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 8:10:35 PM UTC-5, DadDadDaddio wrote: > > Just bought some as well. It must be hard to make an ask like this. I was > glad to help. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Picked some up as soon as I read the e-mail. Followed the link and bought them like regular gift cards, and now they're ready to get spent - so easy. The hard part is resisting the urge to burn them on a fourth Riv order this month... --Ed C. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 4:38:03 PM

[RBW] Riding within me means ... more fixed gear contemplations

Shrug. Sigh. Grin. Though I quote meself: “Conventional wisdom so often thinks more of itself than it ought. Grin.” Technically, I have foot retention: ankle above, spikes below. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Unsafe helmets

This topic is a bad idea for this forum. -- 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] Riv request for store credits

Bought some credits. Hmmm what can I spend them on? “YOPP!” Cheers! 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] Re: WTB: roscoe mtn mixte or similar

Lucky you! Let me know if they find a large one as well. : ) It's nowhere in the budget, I would sure try. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 5:57:49 PM UTC-5, drew wrote: > > Well DP said i should call Riv because he heard that they may be doing > another run of mtn mixtes. While that news

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I bought a mtn mixte, that they just found, earlier today. I wasn’t intending to buy a bike today and I don’t really neeed it and I can’t realy afford it, so i was having a bit of buyers remorse. Now I’m happy I did and I can buy parts for it now and feel good about it! -- You received

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Did 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 this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Riding within me means ... more fixed gear contemplations

I think you must mean "more pure?" Philip Santa Rosa, CA On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 10:53:40 AM UTC-8, Davey Two Shoes wrote: > > Love your bike, love your bloghate that you don't use foot retention. > Seems less pure somehow. To each their own :) -- You received this message

[RBW] Riv request for store credits

Apologies for my typos. I’m shopping now too -- 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] Re: PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

"Seems I remember Grant mentioning he really wanted one so I hope he bought it." Given their latest cashflow crisis, it is MUCH more likely that Grant had it set aside, and elected to release it to us to help solve the cashflow problem. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Wednesday, February 21,

[RBW] BROOKS PROOFIDE not free

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/161b9e1649d81606 Sign of the times My first Brooks Saddle came with a small canister of Proofide to treat my saddle. My second Brooks came with Proofide in a little ketchup packet like you get at baseball game . Now it looks like you will have to pay

Re: [RBW] Riv request for store credits

Did it. Got tempted by the blue 54 Roadini demo; manage to resist it. That's another thread, though. Tim On Wed, Feb 21, 2018 at 4:38 PM, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal > supporters to purchase store credits of

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I noticed the same thing. A lot are sold out. Was hoping they will restock -- 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: WTB: roscoe mtn mixte or similar

Well DP said i should call Riv because he heard that they may be doing another run of mtn mixtes. While that news didn't happen to be true, they did tell me that they found one hiding behind some boxes that happens to be my size. So, problem solveduntil i get home and have to explain this

[RBW] PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

Ah geez, a complete 53cm Atlantis for $2600. Help!!! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I bought some hail mary planning to purchase one of the blue Riv ball caps that are out of stock. They are also low on a lot of inventory of consumables. Not a good sign. I have come addicted to their yokozuma cable packs. They look great on every bike. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at

[RBW] Re: WTB: roscoe mtn mixte or similar

Just rode my mountain mixte today. What a great ride. So smooth and everything just fits me well -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Racking

I sent you a PM but I'm about 60/40 with those, so just in case, email me at my user name at Gmail dot com, please and thanks? Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 3:48:07 PM UTC-8, nathan wrote: > > This also means I'll have a very nice condition 60cm green

Re: [RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

Agree, besides the cost, there's the maintenance. Yes, chrome does require some upkeep. I recently bought a used Ron Cooper bike with chrome fork. The chrome fork probably isn't original, but it had a nice layer of rust on it. Using a stainless scrubber, I was able to remove most of the rust

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I'm forwarding the email on to a few folks who are not on the mailing list but know about the company. Not a chain letter, exactly, but can't hurt. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:38:03 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal

[RBW] Unsafe helmets

Before you buy your next helmet you should consider this: https://www.bikebiz.com/news/anti-gun-bike-brand-boycott -- 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

Re: [RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

You might find someone who will do it cheaper, but if you’re looking for bicycle-quality chrome plating, it’s not cheap. Here are Joe Bell’s prices, which include $350 to chrome plate a fork and $500 to plate just the rear stays and dropouts: http://www.joebell.net/pdf/JB_form_09-17_v2.pdf

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I just bought a bunch (and got email confirmation for each individual $10 store credit). It's an easy call - RBW needs the cash, and they have what I'll be needing, down the road. While I'm here, let me also just say how GREAT the new MUSA Can-Tuck-It shirts are - fit, looks, feel, coolness.

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr build "done"

Not a full shot but some details of my bar end plugs/wrapped bars https://photos.app.goo.gl/ckxrBZk6S41zp84H2 I went and trimmed the MT-10 stem a bit to lower the bars just a tad. It's always tricky to cut Nitto stems but the nice thing is that you don't have to be perfect with it and it still

[RBW] Re: Who's the person on here that makes front rando bags (and others)?

Ruthworks , Loyal Designs ... Peter Adler who's seen both Eli Rodriguez of Ruthworks and Phil Woosley of Loyal in the wild in/near Berkeley, CA/USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

Seems if you really want a 56cm Atlantis, you might have some decisions to make (26" vs 650B). https://www.rivbike.com/collections/web-special-framesets-and-bicycles Also some Frank Jones Sr frames https://www.rivbike.com/collections/web-special-frames Ok, I check these things more than

[RBW] Re: Who's the person on here that makes front rando bags (and others)?

Waxwing bag did a nice front bag for my Bombadil Waxwingbag.com -- 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] Chroming a Rivendell?

Anyone chromed their 'dell upon need for a repaint? Any downsides to chroming? Is it expensive? -- 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: Interesting 56 cm Sam Hilborne frame on Ebay (not mine) - $375.00 OBO

Well, that went quickly! Not to me, I was too late. IanA On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 3:55:35 PM UTC-7, Kevin Lindsey wrote: > > It has a couple of dents, but looks to be a really lovely frame at a > really attractive price. > > >

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

yep, just saw the email and did my "Hail Mary" deed... On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:38:03 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal > supporters to purchase store credits of $10 units to help through a cash > flow jump. I

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

yep, I'm in. Team Rivendell has materially made my life better since 1999. No brainer here. I might not have returned to cycling (back in 1999) but for Rivendell. The cardiologist says it's more or less kept me from checking out, so I think this is a good investment for me. thanks G and

[RBW] Re: PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

Agreed I guess here's to a quick resolution of the cash flow issues and good people getting to ride their bikes without worry. Grant and company have had a real influence on how I think about bikes, riding, enjoying, all of it... and I so value that learning and those insights. Credits

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

I love my Compass Knickers except I bought them when the pocket openings were very small and I have to fish things out of my pocket with my fingers. They since have fixed that issue. I bought two Snoqualmie Pass tires and one arrived with an area across the tire that had a bubble or

[RBW] Re: Roadini vs Homer

Great excuse, but mininimal practicable difference for a non-racer is my guess based on experience with my similar yet wider apart hunqa v QB. If you need an excuse, you have it! Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:23:22 PM UTC-8, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > "...have created a threat we might not be able to ride out..." > > I hope that don't mean what I think it means. > It means the existence of the business is threatened. Not for the first time. Did you buy credits? I

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I'm also a big fan of Rivendells and of Grant's philosophy about bike riding. However ... It seems to me that the base of cyclists who are tapped into Riv is very small. We (all of us on this list) buy as much as we can manage (two bikes last year for myself and my wife). I tend to buy well

[RBW] Make me a baby Mtn. step-thru

I’m pretty excited for you. If I can’t bring the boys I don’t want to go; so I needed a bike that could HAUL. I bought my Betty Foy in 2012 when my younger son was 4 and riding a Trek tag-along attachment. I was all set to get a Sam (what did I know?) and Keven, listening to me but translating

[RBW] Homer +1 discussion

I started this in another thread specific to a Homer vs Roadini comparison, but wanted to open the discussion to include other bikes. That $10 gift card could get very expensive. Fitting another bike in our environment is a stretch and I don't really need another bike at all, especially one that

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini vs Homer

Ah, Patrick, you're the voice of reason. Thanks for that. As for the rest of you enablers, thanks for that, too. :) Thanks, Ed, for the reminder of the Roadini vs Sam thread. I'll look it up and get that angle. And, I'll start another thread for a more general +1 discussion. Tim On Wed,

[RBW] Interesting 56 cm Sam Hilborne frame on Ebay (not mine) - $375.00 OBO

It has a couple of dents, but looks to be a really lovely frame at a really attractive price. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Sam-Hillborne-Touring-Randonneuring-Trail-Frameset-56cm-/192462979032?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368 Kevin Lindsey Alexandria, VA USA -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Unsafe helmets

I like some Nutcase designs. Get Outlook for iOS On Wed, Feb 21, 2018 at 4:57 PM -0700, "Michael Hechmer" wrote: Before you buy

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Racking

Congratulations again! The Frank Jones seems like it would be pretty happy with a Tubus and an Ortleib. Philip Santa Rosa, CA On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 3:48:07 PM UTC-8, nathan wrote: > > A surprise resolution to this thread! I just ordered the blue 59 Frank > Jones Sr that went on

[RBW] Re: PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

Bah, none are my size. I wish I was a little bit taller... --Ed C. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 3:08:07 PM UTC-8, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > Seems if you really want a 56cm Atlantis, you might have some decisions to > make (26" vs 650B). > >

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT- 40 hole 145mm rear hub, or wheel with one. + other tandemy things

Absolutely. The same wheel perfectification specialist is going to build my front wheel... -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 to

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

$200 later On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 4:38:03 PM UTC-8, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal > supporters to purchase store credits of $10 units to help through a cash > flow jump. I promptly purchased some credits. I love this

Re: [RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

Not so sure I’d like the looks of that. I have several unpainted ti bikes but chrome is a whole other kettle of fish -- 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] Roadini vs Homer

It's a good thing that 54 Roadini demo is blue instead of grilver or I would probably have it in addition to the Hail Mary. Thankfully, I don't need another blue as I already have my Homer. I don't really have room for another bike in my RV either. But, if it were grilver, I might have to find

[RBW] Re: Roadini vs Homer

I think the lighter bike feels different enough to warrant having it. I bought a used Riv Custom off the this list as a partner to my fendered and dyno equipped Homer. There is a bout a 7lb difference between them, so not really a huge difference but the Custom gives a different feel when

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

Bought the creditand a bunch of other stuff. More than happy to help my favorite company. -- 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: Chroming a Rivendell?

I read one of Tony Oliver's books, mostly about touring bikes if I recall. I do recall that he was against chrome on a bicycle, the reasoning that it actually weakened the metal as well as adding unnecessary cost. I'm going from memory, so I may have misremembered the reasoning against chrome,

[RBW] New to me Sam

You will love the That bike - hard not to. It just works. Welcome to the Sam club! Tom -- 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: Riv request for store credits

Damn, that could be a tough nut to crack. We are the low hanging fruit here. 35 posts by 29 authors at the time of this writing. Well short of $100,000.00. Still, anyone who has done business with them, come on, a ten dollar credit to get them over a hump? It's not a difficult choice. On

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Done. I didn’t want to post because there’s going to be a zillion emails in my inbox as all the replies come in. I’m posting now because I think people want to gauge the Hail Mary success. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

There must be a new and lucky owner of a 56cm 650B Atlantis around as there was one posted, now not showing. Also, one of the rare, somewhat mythical, 59cm Frank Jones Sr frames was also posted, now also gone. Maybe it was a mistake in the posting but it was there. Seems I remember Grant

[RBW] Riv request for store credits

I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal supporters to purchase store credits of $10 units to help through a cash flow jump. I promptly purchased some credits. I love this company and am happy to help them out. Goodness knows I always find things I want to buy from them.

[RBW] Riv request for store credits

Bought a handful of credits, but honestly would rather donate them back. I get way more value from Rivendell than I return anyway. A printed catalog will be cool though. That alone is worth five Hail Marys to me. Probably more. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Oh go ahead Ed! You have our permission! -- 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] Re: Unsafe helmets

Good to know. Pursue elsewhere? On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 3:57:25 PM UTC-8, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Before you buy your next helmet you should consider this: > https://www.bikebiz.com/news/anti-gun-bike-brand-boycott > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Got mine hope it helps. Been a Riv fan and supporter for some time. Noticed they have a 53, 55, and 57 senior Frank Jones on web special might be a good time to grab one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Actually, it said two-thirds ie, they're needing a liquid $100k instantly... I think we're the low-hanging fruit here, and the ones willing to pick up more than one $10 credit. But how many folks are active here? They need a lot more than just us. Hopefully we can get them through

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I'm in for some credits. Also bit on the Clem-L pre-sale. Hope that helps with the cash flow, too, but my accounting crystal is cloudy... rod -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I purchased a gift certificate and ordered some stuff earlier in the month. I hope this helps them through the push to get past whatever financial situation they are in. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Roadini vs Homer

I have a Roadini set up as a "roadie" (no fenders or rack, and just a small saddlesack for stuff) and I weigh 215 lbs. Sadly, not a Homer owner (yet) but I do have an Appaloosa and lots of folks weighed in on a Roadini vs Sam discussion recently. Based on that, the "stripped down" part of your

[RBW] Riv request for store credits

I wonder if instead of 10,000 people spending $10 in credit we couldn’t organize a smaller group of people (100, 200, 500) to all get a larger amount. There are thousands of people on this list, right? 200 people getting a $500 credit would get Riv there quickly. I’d be willing. Would it be

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr build "done"

A lovely build, Igor. Glad I am getting the Maes Parallels instead of this bike getting them! Please post pics now that you’ve wrapped the bars. Doug Alameda CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

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

More than happy to support this company who made riding bikes a joy! Ed Fausto On Thu, Feb 22, 2018 at 10:41 AM, Richard Rios wrote: > Got mine hope it helps. Been a Riv fan and supporter for some time. > Noticed they have a 53, 55, and 57 senior Frank Jones on web

[RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

My understanding is chrome is old school and very environmentally hazardous. You can powder coat bikes now to look chrome. Do that. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

"...have created a threat we might not be able to ride out..." I hope that don't mean what I think it means. -- 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: Riv request for store credits

I'm in. I'd just ordered some parts the other day, are still enroute; there were a few things they didn't have in stock, I had to order from elsewhere. But I'm suddenly wishing I'd been able to have been patient and waited until they restocked and bought from them instead of elsewhere. I

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Welp, I just bought a couple. They said that all they needed was for a third of 15,000 people to buy one $10 credit. They are off to a good start here, so I am completely optimistic that Riv can ride out the storm. This kind of thing builds character, don't you know. . -- You received

[RBW] Make me a baby Mtn. step-thru

Providence or bad luck had it that Rivendell would find a hidden roscoe bubbe mountain mixte on the same day that i was looking for one on the group, and then right after i bought it and felt like i was super impulsive, they sent out the email that made me feel good about spending money i dont

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

It means GP started using puns! Bob B. Brooklyn 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 to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post

[RBW] Re: Chroming a Rivendell?

Yeah, gone are the days when bike manufacturers would fully chrome a frame and fork--and then paint over it! Like my 1975 chromed and painted Takara. I doubt chrome weakens metal all that much, if at all. I doubt Jan Heine of Bicycle Quarterly would have had his Rene Herse finished in chrome if

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I sent them a note with my credits purchase. Their emails have been getting routed to my spam folder in spite of me labeling them “not spam”. If that happens a lot then many people on their list don’t get their emails. Not sure how we can help with that. Ray -- You received this message

[RBW] Riv request for store credits

Thanks for the tip - buried in a sea of email and mighta missed it! Getting several with a plan to keep one for my son so that one day he can see what real bikes used to look like, and the thought that went into them! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Riding within me means ... more fixed gear contemplations

I can peg my pants riding fixed while strapped into Campy Victory pedals. I’ve ridden with clips or clipless more than half my riding life. Meh. I tried it again recently with Bruce Gordon titanium half-clips and White Industries platform pedals. Nicest pedals in the world. Not for me. More

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

What will the catalog look like? Rivendell should skip the catalog and go straight to a Taschen-style coffee table book. -- 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,

[RBW] Riding within me means ... more fixed gear contemplations

Yea, yea. But if you havent't tried it foolish to knock it. There is an obvious difference in the ride. But maybe you've tried and decided it's not for you. I don't know. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Who's the person on here that makes front rando bags (and others)?

I have an Acorn one; well done. I've been drooling over Swift panniers for years, just haven't pulled the trigger yet, always other things come up On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 1:59:42 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > Lum: > > Lots of sources but two that come to mind are Acorn and Swift.

[RBW] Re: WTB: roscoe mtn mixte or similar

Pics! On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 5:57:49 PM UTC-5, Drw wrote: > > Well DP said i should call Riv because he heard that they may be doing > another run of mtn mixtes. While that news didn't happen to be true, they > did tell me that they found one hiding behind some boxes that happens

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

That was an easy call. I figured I've pre-paid for the upcoming Silver thumb shifters I've been lusting after. dougP On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 4:38:03 PM UTC-8, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal > supporters to purchase

[RBW] Re: PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

Those Atlantis' are only a couple of bucks more than I paid for mine back in '03! That's a screamin' deal if ever there was one. dougP On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 3:08:07 PM UTC-8, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > Seems if you really want a 56cm Atlantis, you might have some decisions to > make

[RBW] Frank Jones Sr build "done"

Very nice build Igor! I always love the look mustache bars -- 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: Compass Knickers questions

Forgive me for "budding" in, but DP is referring to the actual waist measurement. Just for some FYI , in the garment industry the designers call it the "garment waist" or some may just say "actual". With the garment laid flat, measured about 1" below the very top of the waist fabric. Many

[RBW] Compass Knickers questions

True to actual bare-skinned waist measurement? They look to fit to the real waist rather than hips, is that accurate? Experience with heartiness in regular riding? Other input? (Thread started S extension of my other thread on “riding within my means”) With abandon, Patrick

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

Hi Patrick, I wear 30 in most pants, and 30 Compass knickers fit as expected. I'm not sure I understand the real waist vs hips question. As for heartiness: I've been disappointed with the knickers. They started to pill along the upper thighs after only a few rides. I wear wool upper layers,

Re: [RBW] Riding within me means ... more fixed gear contemplations

John, the rear pockets on the Reigns are not in contact with the saddle for me (being up and outward), and that’s where I like my wallet and phone. In the front or cargo pockets those weightly items are annoying as every motion has them moving. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Black 52cm Clementine F/F/HS $700 plus bikeflights

While I will dearly miss my Clementine, I am happy to say it will remain in the extended Rivendell family. On Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 5:53:08 PM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > > I wish I was not writing this ad, but unfortunately, I need to generate > some cash, and my Clementine, aka

[RBW] WTB: SILVER downtube shifters

Anyone have these or similar before I order curved washers and use my Shimano 8speed? -- 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] WTB: roscoe mtn mixte or similar

I have this bike but I want lots of money because they nailed the model name. https://photos.app.goo.gl/VH8xs3DJcMqnTT2M2 https://photos.app.goo.gl/rH9uyy2bhm5gqZgA3 Fair winds, Captain Conway www.ChicaGoByBoat.com @svnightswimming -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr build "done"

Love the color and the custom HT lugs!! -- 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] Re: Have a sub 40 lb Atlantis?

On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 4:54:49 AM UTC-8, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > You can get eyeglasses with titanium frames. Another little weight-saving > trick: seltzer water. > > Seltzer water comment made me laugh right in the middle of a sip of > coffee. What a mess. > Clay B. -- You

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