Re: [RBW] Re: Sizing Down? Pocket ‘Pus.

2023-11-11 Thread Leah Peterson
Oh, good idea. How many people will actually take the time though? Well, Joe will! I can count on him! Also, I’d love to have a hot, sporty short WB Riv in my arsenal! It’s even more attractive when you put it that way!  Mostly if I could pull my Clem parts and slap them on there. We’ll see. If I d

Re: [RBW] Re: Sizing Down? Pocket ‘Pus.

2023-11-12 Thread Leah Peterson
Yeah, Sarah, I support this idea! Do we have the same PBH? I seem to remember do. 81cm for me…On Nov 12, 2023, at 11:26 AM, Joe Bernard wrote:Go ride it, Sarah! I'm the same height as y'all and I rode the first 50cm prototype, it felt great. On Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 7:01:01 AM UTC-8 sarahl

Re: [RBW] Re: Sizing Down? Pocket ‘Pus.

2023-11-12 Thread Leah Peterson
Garth, are you saying you’re sending me a Betty?! Because I would NOT be sad! 🤣On Nov 12, 2023, at 2:28 PM, Garth wrote:Maybe the Betty like the one you sold(or similar) is on it's way to your front door :)A smaller Platy also comes with less frame reach and bar height potential. Since you're alr

Re: [RBW] Re: Sizing Down? Pocket ‘Pus.

2023-11-12 Thread Leah Peterson
Bill - I measure my 55 Platy about 75”, end to end.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 12, 2023, at 2:31 PM, Leah Peterson wrote:Garth, are you saying you’re sending me a Betty?! Because I would NOT be sad! 🤣On Nov 12, 2023, at 2:28 PM, Garth wrote:Maybe the Betty like the one you sold(or similar) is

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Lime Olive 50 cm Platypus frame

2023-11-14 Thread Leah Peterson
Oh, you’re judging, alright. In my favor, like you do! Cheering me on from Judgerstan, hoping someone makes my silly dreams come true!Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 14, 2023, at 12:14 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:"And no, I’m not selling my 55 Platys. I just need more sizes! And colors. Whatever. Don’t judge

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-11-19 Thread Leah Peterson
Excellent kit and you look amazing. I love the bike style posts and am so tickled every time I get one!Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 19, 2023, at 9:29 PM, Jason Fuller wrote:Today's cool but not too cold ride was with Randi Jo wool cap, wool button up from Anian, and the buckskin gloves that Ron & Ar

Re: [RBW] Re: Anna Purple

2023-11-19 Thread Leah Peterson
Not with a long stem, and albatross bars it won’t. I have Billie bars and a 10 cm stem on my 55 and I wish for a tiny bit more reach. But I can’t have it unless I ditch my extra tall stem and they don’t make it any longer than 10 cm. So I have the saddle pushed back. The smaller Platy will fit on p

Re: [RBW] Re: Anna Purple

2023-11-26 Thread Leah Peterson
Allegedly - I think the shipment is held up getting seated by the FBI! And of course I won’t be able to ride/enjoy the bike until spring. So, whenever it gets here, I guess.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 26, 2023, at 11:44 AM, Ryan wrote:So I take it the 50 purple Is on its wayOn Sunday, November

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-12-10 Thread Leah Peterson
They are trickling in. Mine arrives Wednesday. I hope you get your wife’s in time! On Dec 10, 2023, at 8:44 AM, Josh C wrote:I was just going to ask if anyone had received theirs yet. Hoping to put my wife's under the tree...or near it I guess. On Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at 1:52:52 PM UTC-4 Art

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter exercise switch-up for bike riders

2023-12-22 Thread Leah Peterson
I do. I do bug her. We have Marco Polo so we video message every day, so I’ve had plenty of chances. She is a long-suffering woman, is Roberta. I have a 103 week workout streak on Apple Fitness and maybe I just really want someone else to be on it so I can say, “Ugh, did you do that upper body work

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day—Retirement Bike

2023-12-27 Thread Leah Peterson
Yes, all of what Andy said. I have never said these words but I FEEL them after reading his post. What a lovely thought, that your bike is the culmination of all of your riding experiences. I’m going to think about this for awhile…And, I also concur that the bike deserves a better moniker. I’ll als

Re: [RBW] Re: New Year's Day, NBD!

2024-01-04 Thread Leah Peterson
Jason, I never thought the day would come, either. I left Joe with one top tube smudge so he can never forget it was my bike first. 🤣 If you end up with that Clem one day it will be a story too good to tell. How funny! I loved that bike but it wasn’t getting enough miles, and I hate to see a Rivend

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2024-01-11 Thread Leah Peterson
Welcome to the Platypus Club, friend! It is great to hear how well the bike is working out for you and reading about the Riv magic you’re experiencing. I really have not found the weakness of the Platypus. It’s pretty perfect. I like your modifications, as well. It will be enjoyable to watch you ch

Re: [RBW] Re: New Jewelry for my Platypus

2024-01-11 Thread Leah Peterson
Big time APPROVE?! I have seen APPROVE before from Bill Lindsay but I don’t think there has been Big time APPROVE. This is an honor! I should get a tee shirt made. A tattoo. Something.♥️💃🙏LeahOn Jan 11, 2024, at 8:50 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:That's very good stuff right there.  Big time APPROVEBL i

Re: [RBW] Re: New Jewelry for my Platypus

2024-01-12 Thread Leah Peterson
Marc - my thoughts, too! I know if will fade a little bit over time, but should not be so severe.Minh, no, these are a new and full set that Paul sent to the anodizer for me! I did pay extra for that, but it was a nominal fee, I thought. They don’t usually do the entire brake, usually levers and ba

Re: [RBW] Re: Silver crank surprise and the weight of things

2024-01-14 Thread Leah Peterson
It will always have a dyno hub. I just can’t give up that kind of practicality. I didn’t know Paul components would save me any weight but I’m glad if they do. My Velo Orange levers were pretty feather-light already though. I probably do have the Platy set up as light as I dare, save the drivetrai

Re: [RBW] First turns of the pedals on my new Platypus

2024-01-15 Thread Leah Peterson
Huh, I forgot about that. A woman in my bike club makes labels for members’ helmets. I had an extra so I stuck it on there! > On Jan 15, 2024, at 2:25 PM, Matthew Williams > wrote: > > I love the name applied to the frame bridge! > > How did you do that? Vinyl decal, paint pen, or something

Re: [RBW] Re: New Jewelry for my Platypus

2024-01-17 Thread Leah Peterson
Bill, how’d you know?! Get out of my head! 🤣On Jan 17, 2024, at 7:23 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:Hi Paul?  It's me, Leah.  Listen, I just mailed you my Nitto rack struts and Chris King headset cups.  They just aren't cutting it being aluminum and silver.  Could you be a lamb andBL in ECOn Wednesda

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-21 Thread Leah Peterson
Welp, I was so much more excited about this in theory. After reading about the various experiences of damaged luggage, sweltering temps and difficult logistics, I think I’ll find a different ride to do. Thanks to everyone who offered their experiences! It was a great thread to read in the dead of a

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-21 Thread Leah Peterson
George is right. I wonder if those wheelman will let a raspberry racing Platypus and its non-self-sufficient rider on any of their rides. Here’s to new adventures! Sent from my iPhoneOn Jan 21, 2024, at 5:11 PM, George Schick wrote:Not to worry, all is not lost.  There's this ride calendar of eve

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-25 Thread Leah Peterson
Leif, I could do this It’s Father’s day weekend, so that is the only possible snag. I’m going to try and make this ride! Thank you!!!Sent from my iPhoneOn Jan 25, 2024, at 8:27 PM, Leif Eckstrom wrote:Hey Leah, and midwestern riders, There’s a well-planned and well-executed ride from Chicago’

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-26 Thread Leah Peterson
Marc! You want to do this with me, I’m sure!The Lone Wolf and The Platypus Rider Ride Across Two States. I can see it now.Sent from my iPhoneOn Jan 26, 2024, at 11:29 AM, Marc Irwin wrote:Leah,      The ride from Millenium Park sounds like the route I've taken several times to and from Chicago, u

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-27 Thread Leah Peterson
Pam, we can have my husband pick us up and bring us back to Kalamazoo. It’s only an hour and a half drive or something. Amtrak leaves out of Kzoo and you could take that home! We could make this work!!!On Jan 27, 2024, at 12:38 AM, Pam Bikes wrote:Leah, if you do that ride, maybe I can come too. 

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-01-27 Thread Leah Peterson
Yes, you remember rightly, George. This was why I had to get a 50 cm Platy (still waiting for parts to be built) - so that I could put it on Amtrak; the 55 is just too long. And even then the 50 will be a tight fit, and you can only have so many bikes on the train, and there’s some other dumb rules

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-02-13 Thread Leah Peterson
wrote:It’s unfortunate that this country never has, and never will embrace multi-modal transportation. Just think of all the biking possibilities that could be available to so many more of us, and not just those who live in major metropolitan areas. On Jan 27, 2024, at 8:00 AM, Leah Peters

Re: [RBW] Re: RAGBRAI?

2024-02-13 Thread Leah Peterson
jor metropolitan areas. On Jan 27, 2024, at 8:00 AM, Leah Peterson <jonasa...@gmail.com> wrote:Yes, you remember rightly, George. This was why I had to get a 50 cm Platy (still waiting for parts to be built) - so that I could put it on Amtrak; the 55 is just too long. And even then the 50 will

Re: [RBW] Re: RoadeoRosa teaser

2024-02-15 Thread Leah Peterson
DRAT this 3 hour time zone difference. I’ll be waiting forever over here! Hurry, hurry!On Feb 14, 2024, at 10:50 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:Mark tells me my frame is sitting in his stand right now...I'm going to pick it up Thursday morning, and I have to pick my headbadge.  The Roadeo head badge come

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-10-21 Thread Leah Peterson
I think the presale still went really well, even if they did not sell out of frames. Honestly, I’d like to be able to send people to Rivendell and them to actually have bikes available when I do. There have been many times I’ve been asked about my bike but Rivendell doesn’t have any for purchase

Re: [RBW] Re: Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-10-22 Thread Leah Peterson
I’m excited to hear how she likes it, Bill. It is a long and luxurious creature; should feel very novel if she’s been riding her Yves. I hope she rides the tires bald!Sent from my iPhoneOn Oct 21, 2022, at 5:17 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:I just bought a 50cm for my wife.  She had a 52cm Yves Gomez wh

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy Sizing & Search

2022-10-26 Thread Leah Peterson
Brett, What are the chances?!? The very bike!!! Aren’t the Riv mixtes sublime? Let me know if you get a Platypus. Will be fun to know where the Betz ends up.Sent from my iPhoneOn Oct 26, 2022, at 3:55 PM, BRETT ROBINSON wrote:Ah, but what if he could find THAT actual bike!On Monday, October 24, 2

Re: [RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo 2022

2022-10-31 Thread Leah Peterson
What Pam is not telling you is that I would have to figure out how to do it from her 2007 Apple iPod, with its geriatric operating system, lol! I did do a mini Instagram takeover of her account but gave up fairly soon because it was 1 am and also because it was WORK to post from that device! Pam, I

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Leah Peterson
Joe, I know how worried you were about your paint and now your custom hauls laundry?! This is huge, huge progress. So impressed. And locking up at Walmart can be really scary. Good for you. I’m so glad your custom is doing all the things you meant for it to do. I’m sure you would never be happy rid

Re: [RBW] Re: Kickstand plates, what's up with that?

2022-11-06 Thread Leah Peterson
I read the product description which warns of over tightening and ruining the frame. And then I thought of my new phone handlebar mount that affixes to the bar like a vice and wondered if I’m ruining my Billie Bars! I find myself having to tighten it a smidge now and then, and I wonder if it’s beca

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-06 Thread Leah Peterson
Thank you for your kind words, Jim. I’m glad you enjoy my silly posts because I enjoy writing them. 😊I am enjoying everyone’s responses and have had a lot to think about after reading them. It’s so true that one cannot just replace a Rivendell. The availability is one factor, the discontinuation of

Re: [RBW] Re: Kickstand plates, what's up with that?

2022-11-06 Thread Leah Peterson
Whew, thanks, guys! Super relieved. You have no idea. On Nov 6, 2022, at 2:10 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:Seconding Jim's thoughts about your phone mount. I see a turn-by-hand screw and plastic clamp, you'll break the clamp before crushing the bar if you ever screwed it down that hard. A little blue Lo

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-10 Thread Leah Peterson
This is the treatment I’ve been subjected to this year. Next thing you know I’ll be as bad as him, riding around with my busted kickstand plate.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 10, 2022, at 8:36 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:The lock is touching your (not a) toptube! On the Raspberry Racer!!! I can't look. I'm

Re: [RBW] Re: Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-11 Thread Leah Peterson
Well she is going to love it. And then you might love it, too, but get your own Platypus! How was the test ride? I feel like my Platy climbs great, and I hope she felt the same way about hers.LeahOn Nov 11, 2022, at 7:49 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:For what it's worth, my wife's Platypus build is comp

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-16 Thread Leah Peterson
Hijack away! I’m interested! I hope you get it all figured out and show us the photos!On Nov 16, 2022, at 2:45 PM, aeroperf wrote:Thanks, Scott.  That helps a lot.I’m going for Tektro linear pull V-brakes, but no decision on levers yet.I like the adjustable pull on those levers, though.  I hadn’t

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Leah Peterson
Come on over! I’ll get you squared away!Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 19, 2022, at 2:06 PM, David Person wrote:Can't think of a better way to drift off prior to surgery than sharing Riv stories with my nurse.On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 10:07:13 AM UTC-8 Ken Mattina wrote:As someone with osteoar

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Leah Peterson
Jay Lonner, you must be Dr. Jay Lonner! Anesthesiology, I presume? Very cool! It’s fun to discover who people are in their real lives. Ok, if I ever need bilateral knee replacements, sign me up for the One and Done with the Cadillac Option.LeahOn Nov 19, 2022, at 8:11 PM, Jay Lonner wrote:Bilater

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-21 Thread Leah Peterson
Ryan, how wonderful! Yes, you are exactly right - if she wants a Platypus, now is the time. I remember when April 2021 happened and all the Platys were gone within the span of a few minutes and SO many were disappointed. That crowd has been waiting from then until now, the end of 2022 to get a Plat

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-25 Thread Leah Peterson
Hi Masa, so good to “see” you on this forum! Yes, your quote and photo were so memorable it simply needed to be posted here. You are so lucky that Blue Lug is your local shop; they are creative geniuses. I love that two-color bar tape on your bars. How do you like your new Platypus? You said it’s

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day and first ride

2022-11-27 Thread Leah Peterson
Riding with another Platypus in our Michigan Riv Rides will thrill me TO NO END. I’m SO glad you got your mermaid Platy. I am on the bottom end of the 55, so I bet mine fits the same as your 60 does for you. I love it and would never want to size down. So excited to hear all about your rides and ho

Re: [RBW] Re: The do-it-all Rivendell of choice

2022-12-06 Thread Leah Peterson
Hi Masa! Are you enjoying your new Platypus? Good to hear from you.The Clem is definitely heavier, and I notice it at my weight. I have replaced a lot of parts with lighter ones (the most expensive being the wheelset) to lighten it up. The Clem accelerates more slowly but trucks along quickly once

Re: [RBW] Re: The do-it-all Rivendell of choice

2022-12-07 Thread Leah Peterson
Slin, I hope you get one of those bikes because you’re right - they may not be available for a long, long time. The 55s are already gone and only a few of the 50s remain. I used a Betty Foy (the Platypus predecessor) to pull my son with both a bike trailer and later, a tag-along and it did great. N

Re: [RBW] Re: Sparkly Purple Betty Foy For Sale

2023-01-31 Thread Leah Peterson
No - she loves her Betty and, hers is a 47 cm and it’s too big for her. (This purple Betty is a 52.) She rides it anyway and just crossed the 70,000 mile mark last week.Sent from my iPhoneOn Jan 31, 2023, at 9:39 AM, Kim Hetzel wrote:Maybe Pam Murray of Pam Bikes would be interested in this Betty

Re: [RBW] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-06-24 Thread Leah Peterson
I think there is merit to getting a longer stem to alleviate the feeling of needing more space in the bar area. I would have gladly tried this over the ugly IRD seat post, but I have the extra tall Nitto stem that maxes out at 10 cm, which I have. I wish they made a 12, but alas. So, the seat post

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2023-06-27 Thread Leah Peterson
Hi Ryan! I rode the Clem to try out those new tires and they leave a lot to be desired on road surfaces compared to the Platys. The Clem is very good but the Platypus is exceptional, so one of those will be the bike I take. Theft is pretty low-risk where I am headed. I’m more worried about damaging

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2023-07-21 Thread Leah Peterson
This story takes the cake. You’ve set us up perfectly, Danielle, with the hearts coming out of your eyes for the orange demo Cheviot and your eagerness at its impending arrival… As much as you wanted it, we wanted you to have it!Oh, but who could have guessed the part your hero would play… I gasped

Re: [RBW] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-07-26 Thread Leah Peterson
I wish, Ray! It’s the way the post thickens at the top; you can’t force it any lower.On Jul 26, 2023, at 12:15 AM, Ray Varella wrote:Leah,   Would cutting a couple inches off your seatpost solve your problem?A 350mm long seatpost is pretty long and likely intended for frames with very extreme slo

Re: [RBW] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-07-26 Thread Leah Peterson
Hi Garth,This is for my Platy. The bars are good and everything fits so well, but I just feel like sitting back a little bit. The tall Nitto stem I have is the longest stem they make, so I can’t fix that. The regular Nittos don’t allow for as high of a bar, and I love where my bars sit. I don’t wan

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: 60cm Platypus frameset for my 64 Clem L

2023-07-31 Thread Leah Peterson
Justin, it says C&L has one in Canada. I’ve bought from them before, they are the loveliest people. Cadre Rivendell Platypus Step-Through Countrybike Frameclcycle.caLeah On Jul 31, 2023, at 2:18 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:I’ll do some digging and see if I can find you one, Justin. But I’m

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: 60cm Platypus frameset for my 64 Clem L

2023-07-31 Thread Leah Peterson
Doug, Well, I can tell you in earnest! Now, you know I’m on your side about Clem-loving. I will never sell mine. But the Platy is more nimble and fits me like a glove. I race it around on club rides. But I can also haul a bunch of stuff with it. What can you not do with the Platy? Well, gravel rid

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: 60cm Platypus frameset for my 64 Clem L

2023-07-31 Thread Leah Peterson
I can be shocking! But I had my blue Clem as my only Riv for a long time, and I had it set up as best I could with light parts and wheels and tires and still I was exhausted riding it at speed and up hills. The Platy solved that for me, and I had light parts on both and had Analog build both wheels

Re: [RBW] Upcoming Riv Ride: Chicago

2023-08-01 Thread Leah Peterson
I’m open to options other than Navy Pier, but would request some place we can sit down and enjoy food and drinks, in keeping with the tradition of our Riv Rides. If we could sit out on a patio and keep the bikes near, well, that would be the dream.On Aug 1, 2023, at 7:18 PM, Mike Sherman wrote:Se

Re: [RBW] Upcoming Riv Ride: Chicago

2023-08-05 Thread Leah Peterson
I’m grateful for all the suggestions and may have questions for some of you later. Marc is out of town and I’ll chat with him when he gets back and we’ll finalize the plan…which may include winging it and deciding on the route at the shop!At any rate, sounds like we are going to get to meet a lot o

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-06 Thread Leah Peterson
Lots of good points were made here, and I’m grateful you took the time, All. We still have a year left with our son, and the Clem will hopefully get lots of use here, for now. One of the Riv Riders on this forum is a professor at our university of choice (no, we aren’t certain my son is going there

Re: [RBW] Re: A College Clem

2023-08-09 Thread Leah Peterson
Not these two Clems - the H is a first generation model, which was shorter AND it’s a 52.On Aug 9, 2023, at 12:14 PM, Kim H. wrote:@ Jonathan -Does the Clem H and the Clem L have the same wheelbase or not ?I know my Clem L from the outer length from end to end of the wheels measures close to 80

Re: [RBW] Re: A College Clem

2023-08-09 Thread Leah Peterson
There is no new generation H. They were discontinued after a short while. The old L models are shorter than the new models. I have a 2019 Clem L and it is much longer than the 2015 Clementine my MIL owned.Sent from my iPhoneOn Aug 9, 2023, at 1:02 PM, Kim H. wrote:@Leah -Thank-you.  Do you know,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: 60cm Platypus frameset for my 64 Clem L

2023-08-10 Thread Leah Peterson
Well, I for one, am glad to hear it. Waiting for the next round of Platypuses is probably going to take too long, and it’s still riding season NOW. So, I’m thrilled for you and I hope you will post photos and give us your thorough review!LeahOn Aug 10, 2023, at 9:52 AM, Justin Kennedy wrote:Ended

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-15 Thread Leah Peterson
John,Text makes it hard to tell sometimes, so I suppose I’ll ask.1. Is your question asked because you have the perfect bike waiting for him that you would like to gift him?2. Is your question being asked because you are genuinely confused about the topic of the conversation?3. Or is your question

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-15 Thread Leah Peterson
John,Over the years I have found this forum to be extremely helpful. The willingness of members to answer elementary questions from someone just entering the bike world has been invaluable. I’ve always been appreciative, and I have made it a point to say so.But here on our forum, there also exists

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-18 Thread Leah Peterson
Hi David, Thank you for asking about Dad. Dad was a darling, the kind of man you love to love. He died too young, only 62.Dad taught me many things, but this is a lesson he never meant to teach…Dad took meticulous care of his things. He collected historical books and had each one jacketed at our lo

Re: [RBW] Re: What to get, what to get....

2023-08-21 Thread Leah Peterson
Ha! It’s not out of the question that I would do such a thing! I have a recurring nightmare that my bike gets stolen and then somehow by the end of the dream I find an extra frame in the garage and it’s ok. But I think Ariel had a 60, so too big!Kiley, I hope you find your dream Riv soon! Sent from

Re: [RBW] Upcoming Riv Ride: Chicago

2023-08-25 Thread Leah Peterson
Chicago Riv Ride tomorrow, Aug 26th!Mack’s Bike and Goods are expecting us at 10:30 am, where we’ll start. We will meet, take photos, shop at their excellent store, and hit the Lakefront Trail. We expect 35-40 miles of fun, with lunch on the route somewhere. Bring your favorite Rivendell and make m

Re: [RBW] Upcoming Riv Ride: Chicago

2023-08-27 Thread Leah Peterson
Scott and Gene - this just arrived in my inbox! I am sorry it didn’t arrive before the ride. I would hate to think you felt ignored! Thanks for coming. I just posted the ride video on a new thread. Also, it’s here:Leah Peterson on Instagram: "We had 10 riders join us for our Chicago ride yesterday!

Re: [RBW] Upcoming Riv Ride: Chicago

2023-08-28 Thread Leah Peterson
Belle Ding Ding! wrote:Scott and Gene - this just arrived in my inbox! I am sorry it didn’t arrive before the ride. I would hate to think you felt ignored! Thanks for coming. I just posted the ride video on a new thread. Also, it’s here:<370771313_3561386334134504_7836472598718726022_n.jpg>Leah

Re: [RBW] Riv Ride: Chicago Lakefront Trail Recap

2023-09-01 Thread Leah Peterson
Takashi, you’re the sweetest. ❤️Sent from my iPhoneOn Sep 1, 2023, at 11:03 AM, Takashi wrote:Great video and writeup as always, Leah!It's a great thing that we have such a great storyteller in this group so that members who couldn't join the ride still can enjoy your post. Thank you for sharing.

Re: [RBW] Re: Babies on bikes

2023-09-03 Thread Leah Peterson
If you’re a RivSister who is also a nurse I love you extra! A double sisterhood.Sent from my iPhoneOn Sep 3, 2023, at 12:52 PM, Bones wrote:For whatever reason I have never considered a trailer. I always assumed we could communicate and enjoy the ride better if the kids were on the bike with me.

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-09 Thread Leah Peterson
Bill, I absolutely employed the 90s tactic of pegging those pants! And they managed to be bunched up under that Riv band anyway. I did NOT, however, do the peg and fold - remember that?! The Aardvark band looks promising, albeit ugly and expensive. I’m wondering if a stack of regular bands would ac

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-09 Thread Leah Peterson
Justus, I had never heard of these brands and looked them up - I love them. They are for men, but I would encourage other men on this list to shop there because the clothes look fantastic. Jealous!Sent from my iPhoneOn Sep 9, 2023, at 11:15 AM, J G wrote:While I still kit up (to a lesser or great

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-10 Thread Leah Peterson
What a delight to wake up to Luke’s post. I am completely charmed. I love these photos and that Luke has thought his style through and made very specific decisions about what to wear. I love black on black and the JMMs all the jewelry because “men need accessories”!  You and the bike look awesome.

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-11 Thread Leah Peterson
Gosh, Danielle, I am so sorry to hear about you being hit by a car. So, so sorry. I would have never thought about wooden shoes but wow, I can see how they would have protected your foot. Were you hit on the Cheviot? And its still in working order? I was also wondering about the peg and fold beca

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-16 Thread Leah Peterson
Steve - I love your style, both bike and outfit! How is that Platy treating you? Sally - great use of the poodle sock, and you know I fully support a matching Platypus! Though I do so love a Clem, too…I’m going to put on a fall outfit today, but I haven’t decided if it will be my freshly-hemmed wid

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-17 Thread Leah Peterson
See? Already my Bike Fashion Thread is changing the world. I’ll try to remain humble over here.LeahOn Sep 17, 2023, at 1:14 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:I've got three Ostroy resort shirts now... and two more in my "Cart". They are addictive.Bill LindsayEl Cerrito, CAOn Saturday, September 16, 2023 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L: Color It Mine!

2023-09-20 Thread Leah Peterson
Maybe they will send you Rich-built wheels instead! I’m looking for a silver lining. I’m sorry, Kiley. Not the answer we were hoping for. But hang in there. Soon, RivSister. You’ll be out Clemmin’ before you know it. Any chance you can pop the wheels from your other bike on that one in the interim?

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-28 Thread Leah Peterson
Gross! I am not wearing those boots or those…breeches. Or the menswear, but those sweaters are nice, and some of you would look nice in them. I propose that we keep the spirit of the thread going and post photos of us with our Rivs, showing off our bike style.LeahOn Sep 28, 2023, at 3:08 PM, Patric

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-28 Thread Leah Peterson
Gravel jersey with earth tones and purple is my favorite. Very nice!On Sep 28, 2023, at 6:48 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:Purple Rivendell Legolas:https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/52803207773Purple Endo Customs Bib shorts:https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/52803160685Gravel jersey wit

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-29 Thread Leah Peterson
Ted, you look wonderful! I love that jersey and your shades. Tell me why Bombas and not Smartwool. I’ve never tried Bombas - should I?Sent from my iPhoneOn Sep 29, 2023, at 5:30 PM, Leah Peterson wrote:Today I decided to really go for it and wear those trouser jeans I’ve been putting off wearing

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-10-02 Thread Leah Peterson
Max - I love the shoes. If those didn’t work out, you’ll grace us with a photo on the bike of their replacements, I just know it.Luke - so good. Black on black with all the accessories (“cuz men gotta have their accessories”), looking fit and content on that Atlantis with the rainbow top tube. Love

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-10-04 Thread Leah Peterson
Awesome. Perfect fall outfit, and very reminiscent of our 90s days (like a polished grunge?) - bring it back! Also love the pants, a little bit of stretch is so great for riding. And your Sam is dressed in similar fashion and just looks like it goes with your ‘fit. Thanks for posting; I get no smal

Re: [RBW] Re: New Riv Day!!

2023-10-06 Thread Leah Peterson
rd to seeing it built up!-Dave (on a Platy near Boston)On Friday, October 6, 2023 at 3:27:13 AM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:That's a nice frame, Marc. Leah is the Riv mixte whisperer, they find her! Joe Bernard On Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 6:46:51 AM UTC-7 Marc Irwin wrote:Thanks to Leah Pe

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Shop Misadventures

2023-10-08 Thread Leah Peterson
Friday, October 6, 2023 at 9:46:36 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:I have a long and storied history of bike shop misadventures. If I heard my tales secondhand, I would believe that I, Leah Peterson, am the problem, as I am the common denominator. But I make you a solemn promise that I can’t

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-12 Thread Leah Peterson
Ryan,That seat post is butt ugly. The only ugly thing on the bike. I like the setback it offers, and there are zero other options for that. Zero. This bike is unimprovable, save this one thing: the seat tube should have been 27.2 so I would have some OPTIONS. It’s my one sorrow.LeahOn Oct 11, 2023,

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-12 Thread Leah Peterson
n has got to be one of the most frustrating things about this era of Rivendell. On Oct 12, 2023, at 6:43 AM, Leah Peterson <jonasa...@gmail.com> wrote:Ryan,That seat post is butt ugly. The only ugly thing on the bike. I like the setback it offers, and there are zero other options for that. Zero

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-12 Thread Leah Peterson
Thanks, the seat post is the IRD Wayback post and the bag is Riv’s Saddlesack, the BagBoy.On Oct 12, 2023, at 9:01 PM, 'John Hawrylak, Woodstown NJ' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote:LeahYour changes look good.   What is the seatpost and the saddlebag you have??John HawrylakWoodstown NJOn Wednesday, Oct

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-12 Thread Leah Peterson
I don’t need more setback than what I have - I bought this post for its setback and it’s adequate. This one is ugly but it is the only choice for 26.8. Stem: I have the Nitto extra tall stem and you cannot get it longer than 100mm. So, if I want to use a pretty seat post, I can, but I’d need to pit

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-15 Thread Leah Peterson
7:39:10 AM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote:Yeah, the whole 26.8 seat tube limitation has got to be one of the most frustrating things about this era of Rivendell. On Oct 12, 2023, at 6:43 AM, Leah Peterson <jonasa...@gmail.com> wrote:Ryan,That seat post is butt ugly. The only ugly thing on t

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-15 Thread Leah Peterson
What’s weird is that I sized up! My PBH would technically fit the 50!Sent from my iPhoneOn Oct 15, 2023, at 12:55 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:Reflecting on all the setback talk, I do think the reach may be inherently a tad short for the rider in question. I'm the same height as Leah - possibly even sho

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-15 Thread Leah Peterson
George, lol, that IS what I do. And I never knew there was really any other way! I dislike the feeling of spinning. It feels wobbly and out of control. So I don’t - I just leave it in the “hard” gear. BUT, I do shift to an easier one at stop signs now. My knees were killing me tryng to race up to s

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-15 Thread Leah Peterson
I’m nearly sure Rivet Sonora is 10mm shorter rails than Brooks. I think that could account for the difference.Sent from my iPhoneOn Oct 15, 2023, at 7:03 PM, 'John Hawrylak, Woodstown NJ' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote:Leah stated concerning her Mermaid Platy:  " This one has a Brooks. I know it sou

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-16 Thread Leah Peterson
I love the pink. I wish I had known how much the rose anodized parts I had would fade. They are nearly silver now. I should have put red chainring guard/spacers/brake levers instead of rose! I did not know Gravel King came in pink. What a resource you are! You’re as good as a RivSister, Brian!On Oc

Re: [RBW] Bike Makeover Thread

2023-10-16 Thread Leah Peterson
Doug, you can say it until springtime when I change it BACK. And then you will declare you have had a change of heart and that you love the ivory saddle and thank goodness I came to my senses and brought it back! 🤣On Oct 16, 2023, at 8:55 PM, Doug H. wrote:I have been on a bicycle hiatus for abou

Re: [RBW] Re: Swapping a bulb in a Schmidt Edelux II?

2023-10-17 Thread Leah Peterson
I’m so glad to hear this. Although, I have to tell you something crazy - I knew you were back on your bike - how ? - I live in Michigan, remember? Because the other day a guy I know in NYC sent me a pic. He was out riding and saw a Betty Foy in the wild. It was gray, the rider obscured from view, b

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-19 Thread Leah Peterson
What a beautiful note you left us, Armand. I really hope you do that Platypus write-up when the time comes because I would very much like to read it.I’m certain your Platypus will bring you into your daily bike ride realm better than any bike you’ve ever ridden. It’s so smooth. So effortless. A rea

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-20 Thread Leah Peterson
I am also surprised there are so many frames left. And we don’t know how many completes we started with so not sure how many sold. But the 55 Sergio complete is long gone and some of the other sizes and colors of the completes are dwindling. At any rate, I am so excited for more people to experienc

Re: [RBW] Re: Who’s getting a Platypus tomorrow?

2023-10-21 Thread Leah Peterson
I’m still so elated over it, Marc. As happy as you are! Our next chapter: The Lone Wolf and the Platypus Rider Ride Their Mixtes.Sent from my iPhoneOn Oct 21, 2023, at 11:32 AM, Marc Irwin wrote:Thanks to you I don't need to.Marc<20231004_121716.jpg><20231004_133008.jpg>On Wednesday, October 18,

Re: [RBW] Re: Question for Cheviot Owners

2024-03-10 Thread Leah Peterson
This has been an interesting and fun thread to read! Sounds like you all cherish your Cheviots; makes me want to be in your club!Sent from my iPhoneOn Mar 9, 2024, at 2:55 PM, J Imler wrote:My Chev ownership is only months long and I appreciate its utility, beauty, and charm. I've set it up simil

Re: [RBW] Re: Question for Cheviot Owners

2024-03-11 Thread Leah Peterson
Really?! We need to stories AND the photos!Sent from my iPhoneOn Mar 11, 2024, at 12:03 PM, katherine Evanskbe wrote:Thanks to you Leah, I’m the proud owner of two!! When I have a minute, I will post some pictures! :)Sent from my iPhoneOn Mar 10, 2024, at 12:51 PM, Leah Peterson wrote:This has

Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-21 Thread Leah Peterson
COLLIN. Thank you SO much. Problem solved, and this is what I’ll get!Sent from my iPhoneOn Mar 20, 2024, at 11:49 PM, Collin A wrote:SON is supposed to be releasing a light that has a charger and has a "high beam" function in "Spring 2024"Update: New version of the Edelux USB-FL – SON Hub Dynamos

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