[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly and 1st Brevet

I use wool for the most part - three layers up top (2 light, one medium) and 2 below (wool bibs and the wool long johns from Rivendell). At the mid point, I took off the outer wool jersey and put on a hardshell jacket - this kept the wind down and the heat in. Two pairs of wool gloves, and wo

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly and 1st Brevet

Awesome, Brian! In my experience, sustained wet and near freezing temps are as dangerous as -30˚F, requiring the right gear for being out in it all day. The feet are no exception. A few things that may be worth trying for you: -- carry baggies and add them to your feet (either next to the skin

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

I saw one more green Hillborne on the ferry returning back to Seattle. On Monday, February 25, 2013 9:56:34 AM UTC-8, Andy Williams wrote: > > 33 miles around Bainbridge Island on Sunday, and Chilly Hilly lived up to > its name, with 42 degrees and a southwest wind that was b. > > As Man

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

Bummer about the "raid". They didn't confiscate the whiskey did they? On Monday, February 25, 2013 11:14:10 AM UTC-8, shawn m. wrote: > > Nice photo of the Pirate Hunqapillar, but I'm probably biased seeing as > it's my bike and all :) It was a good ride, though the police swarmed our > whiskey

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

Thanks for the pictures. That's my orange Hillborne! Maybe next time we can get them all in one place at the same time for a shot. My knee didn't like that last 5 miles. Just means I'm out of shape and need to ride more. - Brian On Monday, February 25, 2013 9:56:34 AM UTC-8, Andy Williams wrote

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

Nice photo of the Pirate Hunqapillar, but I'm probably biased seeing as it's my bike and all :) It was a good ride, though the police swarmed our whiskey stop and broke up our afterparty before anyone finished the ride. It's almost like they knew, somehow...hmm... I suppose after poaching the r

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

33 miles around Bainbridge Island on Sunday, and Chilly Hilly lived up to its name, with 42 degrees and a southwest wind that was b. As Manny says, pictures prove it happened. Included is the required Rivendell content.

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

I can't go after all so if one of y'all wants mine you can have it if you pick it up tomorrow in Seattle. Ryan On Friday, February 22, 2013 6:40:36 PM UTC-8, Benedikt wrote: > > I am at this point 90% in. I'm not signed up yet because of that 10% not > in. If I go I'll sign up at the start. Are

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

I am at this point 90% in. I'm not signed up yet because of that 10% not in. If I go I'll sign up at the start. Are you registered already? Are you doing the Chilly Hilly or the FHR? - Brian On Wednesday, February 20, 2013 6:27:52 PM UTC-8, Andy Williams wrote: > > Any other riders signed up fo

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly, STP 2013

Frank - What will you and the boys be riding? If I see ya I'll give a shout out. - *Brian* On Friday, January 25, 2013 3:54:37 PM UTC-8, Frank wrote: > > Signed up for STP. Doing the 2-day ride with my 9 and 12 year old boys. > First time for the younger one. > > On Wednesday, January 16, 201

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly, STP 2013

Signed up for STP. Doing the 2-day ride with my 9 and 12 year old boys. First time for the younger one. On Wednesday, January 16, 2013 7:34:36 PM UTC-8, Benedikt wrote: > > Anyone doing Chilly Hilly or STP (Seattle to Portland) in 2013? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed

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> > I thought STP went out in the '60's ;) > I hope noone here is goiung to do STP. > > Scot Brooks' post sounds funny in this context... -- 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-bun

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I'm signed up for STP. A friend and I will probably do the "F-ing" Hills race too. - *Brian* On Wednesday, January 16, 2013 7:34:36 PM UTC-8, Benedikt wrote: > > Anyone doing Chilly Hilly or STP (Seattle to Portland) in 2013? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly, STP 2013

Might be in for STP again this year, but last year tweaked my knee pretty bad and finished feeling sorta miserable. I swear I can still feel it from time to time. On Wednesday, January 16, 2013 7:34:36 PM UTC-8, Benedikt wrote: > > Anyone doing Chilly Hilly or STP (Seattle to Portland) in 2013?

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2012?

I'll be there -- 8:45 boat sounds good to me. I usually wear my keen sandals with wool socks even in the winter, but those are only good down to about 44deg for an hour or less. I may have to wear the hiking boots this year to avoid frosty toes. If there's too much snow I'll leave the ram at home

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2012?

Not me this year. Other obligations on Sunday. :( Have fun! Rob On Thursday, February 23, 2012 9:15:59 PM UTC-8, awilliams53 wrote: > > Any Rivendellians considering the Chilly Hilly this Sunday? > > I'm in, and hope to be on the 8:45 a.m. boat. > > Andy -- You received this message becaus

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Portland had a lot of steel frame builders and also at least one frame building school. On Feb 28, 4:23 pm, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Mon, 2011-02-28 at 18:13 -0600, Joan Oppel wrote: > > > 2) I saw many many more steel bikes yesterday than I see in the DC > > area, I mean, more in one day yest

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Sorry I missed the fun. Did get the car fixed. Let's try it again next year. Joyce On Feb 28, 4:13 pm, Joan Oppel wrote: > Here's my East Coast perspective on the Chilly Hilly - i"m  visiting family > in Seattle (I live near DC).  I rode Chilly Hilly with my son-in-law, but > didn't mention

Re: [RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

On Mon, 2011-02-28 at 18:13 -0600, Joan Oppel wrote: > > 2) I saw many many more steel bikes yesterday than I see in the DC > area, I mean, more in one day yesterday than I see in a month or two! > I saw an Atlantis and a Hillborne and spoke to both but they just said > hello and went on by. > I

Re: [RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Here's my East Coast perspective on the Chilly Hilly - i"m visiting family in Seattle (I live near DC). I rode Chilly Hilly with my son-in-law, but didn't mention to the list because I knew we were going to take a later ferry. We rode to the ferry from West Seattle and after getting caught be

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+1 for getting on the first ferry and having relatively decent weather. Started a light rain about half way through my ride and I was across and ridden up to the CD before it really started raining. I didn't stop by pyramid for the beer though.. forgot about it (gasp!) in my rush to get home. I

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I'm just glad I took the early ferry. That storm got FIERCE after I got home. As it is I came home, took a nap, and woke up with a awful head cold. Too much exercise on too little sleep, too much cold, and beer. I don't think my immune system stood a chance. -Brian On Feb 28, 7:59 am, "Andy.M

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Andy from SoCal thought that it was too chilly, and worse, too windy! -A On Feb 27, 9:03 pm, James Warren wrote: > Was that Andy from Southern California and his Atlantis? > > On Feb 27, 2011, at 9:00 PM, rob markwardt wrote: > > > It was a lousy to day to ride but I still had a good time...winte

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

No, Seattle Andy and his Bleriot...see four posts above. On Feb 27, 9:03 pm, James Warren wrote: > Was that Andy from Southern California and his Atlantis? > > On Feb 27, 2011, at 9:00 PM, rob markwardt wrote: > > > > > It was a lousy to day to ride but I still had a good time...winter > > break

Re: [RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Was that Andy from Southern California and his Atlantis? On Feb 27, 2011, at 9:00 PM, rob markwardt wrote: > It was a lousy to day to ride but I still had a good time...winter > break is over tomorrow so I was riding no matter what!. It's always > fun to do these big rides (though I rarely do

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

It was a lousy to day to ride but I still had a good time...winter break is over tomorrow so I was riding no matter what!. It's always fun to do these big rides (though I rarely do them), mainly to look at bikes and riders. I ran into Brian and Andy but otherwise didn't see any other Rivendells.

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Well I we never found each other but it looks by your pictures that you found my bike on the ferry back. That's my Hillborne with the Saddlebags. Maybe you already know that. Did you do the New Years Day ride with us? -Brian On Feb 27, 5:01 pm, awilliams53 wrote: > Chilly Hilly lived up to it

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Chilly Hilly lived up to its name, today. Saw Rob with the Rambouillet at the line to catch the ferry back to Seattle, but otherwise, it seems like the nasty weather kept those with more sense than me back at home! Photos Here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/awilliams53/sets/72157626036079073/ An

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Wow we are organized. I went to the Seattle side of the passenger deck. No riv riders. I stopped at the bike barn on Bainbridge Island and watched everyone go by. No Riv riders. I did see 2 fellows on the route (sorry I forget your names) but I wouldn't call this a Rivendell group ride. I'm now ab

Re: [RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I'm on the boat now. Turn out is less than last year. Weather isn't as bad expected! On Feb 26, 2011, at 10:37 PM, wrharper wrote: > I'm feeling more doubtful by the minute. Now I hear there could be > snow accumulations tonight! If it looks clear in the am I may be > there, but don't wait on

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I'm feeling more doubtful by the minute. Now I hear there could be snow accumulations tonight! If it looks clear in the am I may be there, but don't wait on me... On Feb 26, 2:48 pm, awilliams53 wrote: > Rob - Given the current conditions plus the weather predictions, your > decision sounds se

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Hi All, I'll be there...it will be a cold one though. About two hours on the bike today and I was REALLY glad to get home...frozen toes! I'll be with my brother but will try to find you guys on the ferry and say hi to the Riv gang. Rob Markwardt On Feb 26, 2:48 pm, awilliams53 wrote: > Rob

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Rob - Given the current conditions plus the weather predictions, your decision sounds sensible. We've got another show shower right now, and the prospects are for rain and a stiff breeze from the south. Chilly Hilly will live up to its name this year. Andy -- You received this message because y

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Rob, Sorry to hear it, hope you feel better soon. Russ On Feb 26, 12:05 pm, Rob Harrison wrote: > I'm going to have to bail my friends. When I signed up for the ride ~three > weeks ago I *never* thought I'd still be sick. It's been more than a month > now. Bronchitis. Ugh. Don't think the hil

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I'm going to have to bail my friends. When I signed up for the ride ~three weeks ago I *never* thought I'd still be sick. It's been more than a month now. Bronchitis. Ugh. Don't think the hills would be much fun. :( Hope to see y'all on the next Riv ride! Rob in Seattle -- You received th

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Bummer! Dang cars;) Rob in Seattle On Feb 25, 2011, at 9:10 AM, Linkbeak wrote: > Looks like car trouble is going to delay my return to Portland so I > won't be able to leave for Seattle in time. Hope the rest of you have > a great ride and hopefully I can join next year! > > Joyce --

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Looks like car trouble is going to delay my return to Portland so I won't be able to leave for Seattle in time. Hope the rest of you have a great ride and hopefully I can join next year! Joyce On Feb 24, 12:10 pm, Scott Postlewait wrote: > On Feb 24, 2011, at 8:53 AM, wrharper wrote: > > > I m

Re: [RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

On Feb 24, 2011, at 8:53 AM, wrharper wrote: > I meant the car deck :) but that might be a little cold. Your plan > sounds much better. > > On Feb 23, 11:14 pm, Rob Harrison wrote: >> On the ferry, we're talking about the *inside* lowest level at the >> Seattle-facing side, not the car deck, I

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I meant the car deck :) but that might be a little cold. Your plan sounds much better. On Feb 23, 11:14 pm, Rob Harrison wrote: > On the ferry, we're talking about the *inside* lowest level at the > Seattle-facing side, not the car deck, I'm going to assume. > -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Wow, just counting the names it looks like there could be 10 of us there. And, like our last group ride, there may be snow & ice. On Feb 23, 11:14 pm, Rob Harrison wrote: > On the ferry, we're talking about the *inside* lowest level at the > Seattle-facing side, not the car deck, I'm going to a

Re: [RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

On the ferry, we're talking about the *inside* lowest level at the Seattle-facing side, not the car deck, I'm going to assume. Man, it's sure lookin' CHILLY outside my house right now. S'posed to warm up by Sunday though. Rob in Mt. Baker, the neighborhood On Feb 8, 2011, at 12:10 PM, Li

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I agree with Ryan, Best to show up a good deal early to get in line for the ferry. -- 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 from this group, send

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Bummer--no donuts! ;) Sorry you won't make it Ryan. ~Rob H. On Feb 16, 2011, at 9:52 AM, rcnute wrote: > Folks, something has come up with work that means I can't make Chilly > Hilly. Sorry to miss it. Have a great ride. > > Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Folks, something has come up with work that means I can't make Chilly Hilly. Sorry to miss it. Have a great ride. Ryan On Feb 8, 3:42 pm, Rob Harrison wrote: > 7:55am is early for me to be anywhere...but I'm going to give it a shot! > > I'll be on my butterscotch Saluki with a tweed Lil' Loafe

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Here's a shout back! That was me and I remember that conversation about the FHR. If I wasn't already registered with Cascade I'd join you. Hell, maybe I'll join you anyway. Any note on what ferry the . 83r's are taking? The other Brian On Feb 14, 1:37 am, soapscum wrote: > Anyone else planni

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Anyone else planning on engaging in the .83 FHR insanity that occurs on the same route/same day? They're a fun bunch o' bike lovers, and Riv is actually a sponsor (yay, Riv!). I'll be in tweed on my Hillborne; say hi. Oh, they have free beer, too. sean PS I ran into a local on a double-toptube Hi

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I just received my Chilly Hilly Packet in the mail today and the bib number has a free drink ticket for the Pyramid Brewery on the same day. Anyone else heading over there after the ride? On Jan 23, 10:44 am, Benedikt wrote: > Any Seattle Riv owners plan on riding Chilly Hilly this year?  Or non

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7:55am is early for me to be anywhere...but I'm going to give it a shot! I'll be on my butterscotch Saluki with a tweed Lil' Loafer (most likely in its green raincover) and a grey Berthoud 786 saddlebag. Rob in Seattle On Feb 8, 2011, at 12:10 PM, Linkbeak wrote: > I'll be going by the St

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I'll be going by the Starbucks on my way to the ferry so will look for others. If not, let's try to rendezvous on the ferry in the low level, Seattle side and if that fails, the bike barn on Bainbridge. I'll be on a blue Ram with the apple green Brooks. Joyce On Feb 7, 7:32 pm, wrharper wrote

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Looks like I'll probably make it too. As far as meeting beforehand - there is a Starbucks just North of the terminal where we could meet, if we get there EARLY. Last years 8 am ish ferry filled up, and I went to Sbux rather than wait in the cold for the next ferry. We could also try to meet some

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

That'd be nice but it really is nuts at the start--best to arrive early to get a place in line on the dock. My two cents. Ryan On Feb 7, 11:02 am, Linkbeak wrote: > Is there a place a few blocks away from the Seattle ferry terminal > where we could meet up?  It'd be nice to meet up and have the

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Is there a place a few blocks away from the Seattle ferry terminal where we could meet up? It'd be nice to meet up and have the chance to chat on the ferry ride over, since we may end up taking different ferries back. Joyce On Feb 6, 1:54 pm, rcnute wrote: > Okay, I like 7:55 too so will take

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

That sounds like a pretty good plan to me. On Feb 6, 1:54 pm, rcnute wrote: > Okay, I like 7:55 too so will take that one. > > The Seattle side is a zoo, so let's meet on the Bainbridge side.  I > suggest the bike barn--it's off to the right just after you get off > the ferry.  http://www.kitsapt

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Okay, I like 7:55 too so will take that one. The Seattle side is a zoo, so let's meet on the Bainbridge side. I suggest the bike barn--it's off to the right just after you get off the ferry. http://www.kitsaptransit.org/BicycleServices.html I'll be on my Kustard-colored Kogswell with a big port

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I also just registered. Seems like the 7:55 ferry is the time. Any ideas yet on where everyone wants to meet. At the packet pickup? In line for the ferry? On the ferry? Bainbridge? On Jan 23, 10:44 am, Benedikt wrote: > Any Seattle Riv owners plan on riding Chilly Hilly this year?  Or non >

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Yeah I dig the 7:55 ferry. On Feb 3, 10:26 pm, rcnute wrote: > Okay, everyone: Seattle ferry times are 7:55, 8:45, 9:35 and 10:35 > a.m. > > I personally would prefer the 7:55 time. > > Anyone prefer different? > > Ryan > > On Feb 3, 10:19 am, Rob Harrison wrote: > > > I just registered. Last ti

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I'm hoping to come up from Portland and would prefer the early ferry as well. Joyce On Feb 3, 11:26 pm, rcnute wrote: > Okay, everyone: Seattle ferry times are 7:55, 8:45, 9:35 and 10:35 > a.m. > > I personally would prefer the 7:55 time. > > Anyone prefer different? > > Ryan > > On Feb 3, 10:

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

The 7:55 is usually really crowded at the start, but that's what I'll aim for. Andy On Feb 3, 10:26 pm, rcnute wrote: > Okay, everyone: Seattle ferry times are 7:55, 8:45, 9:35 and 10:35 > a.m. > > I personally would prefer the 7:55 time. > > Anyone prefer different? > > Ryan > > On Feb 3, 10:19

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Okay, everyone: Seattle ferry times are 7:55, 8:45, 9:35 and 10:35 a.m. I personally would prefer the 7:55 time. Anyone prefer different? Ryan On Feb 3, 10:19 am, Rob Harrison wrote: > I just registered. Last time I did it was 20 years ago--should be a good > challenge for me. See you all at

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

My knees ache a little bit at the memory of it. Keep those knees warm! On Feb 3, 10:19 am, Rob Harrison wrote: > I just registered. Last time I did it was 20 years ago--should be a good > challenge for me. See you all at the ferry! > > Rob in Seattle -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Swet! On Jan 24, 11:49 am, rcnute wrote: > Let me check with some of the other guys and I will circulate a > suggested time so no one misses out on doughnuts. > > Ryan > > On Jan 24, 11:33 am, RoadieRyan wrote: > > > Did someone say "donuts" ? > > >  hmm I might have to consider riding this

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Let me check with some of the other guys and I will circulate a suggested time so no one misses out on doughnuts. Ryan On Jan 24, 11:33 am, RoadieRyan wrote: > Did someone say "donuts" ? > >  hmm I might have to consider riding this year, my last venture on CH > was in 2004. > > On Jan 23, 11:31

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Did someone say "donuts" ? hmm I might have to consider riding this year, my last venture on CH was in 2004. On Jan 23, 11:31 am, rcnute wrote: > Yup!  Every year.  I'm bringing my porteur bike with coffee and > doughnuts for all. > > Ryan > > On Jan 23, 10:44 am, Benedikt wrote: > > > Any Se

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

I'm there. Andy On Jan 23, 11:17 pm, Benedikt wrote: > OK now A) Do people want to ride together? and B) What ferry does > everyone plan on taking? > > On Jan 23, 10:44 am, Benedikt wrote: > > > > > > > > > Any Seattle Riv owners plan on riding Chilly Hilly this year?  Or non > > Seattle Riv ow

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

OK now A) Do people want to ride together? and B) What ferry does everyone plan on taking? On Jan 23, 10:44 am, Benedikt wrote: > Any Seattle Riv owners plan on riding Chilly Hilly this year?  Or non > Seattle Riv owners?http://shop.cascade.org/content/events/chilly-hilly -- You received this m

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Definitely a possibility, might bring the lady along too, on our 'new to us' tandem... Andy On Jan 23, 10:44 am, Benedikt wrote: > Any Seattle Riv owners plan on riding Chilly Hilly this year?  Or non > Seattle Riv owners?http://shop.cascade.org/content/events/chilly-hilly -- You received this

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I'll be working that weekend so no chance of making it up there. If I had the weekend of the Chilly Hilly off I'd be tempted to take the train up and enjoy a weekend in Seattle. A coworker and I are hoping to make one of SIR's brevets, possibly their 400k later this spring. --mike On Jan 23, 10:4

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

Yup! Every year. I'm bringing my porteur bike with coffee and doughnuts for all. Ryan On Jan 23, 10:44 am, Benedikt wrote: > Any Seattle Riv owners plan on riding Chilly Hilly this year?  Or non > Seattle Riv owners?http://shop.cascade.org/content/events/chilly-hilly -- You received this mes

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And there was one roaming the streets of Wallingford/Ballard/CrownHill/ North Seattle for a couple hours after a morning of kid watching. Maybe next year! On Mar 1, 9:36 pm, rcnute wrote: > There were a few on the SIR Populaire (scheduled for the same day). > > Ryan > > On Mar 1, 9:22 pm, Brian H

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly

Great shots Andy thanks for sharing. I had other commitments this year and frankly not enough miles in the tank to make it more than just a plod. Glad you had good weather and a good turnout. Always fun to see that ferry deck full of bikes. Ryan W. Seattle On Mar 1, 9:07 pm, awilliams53 wrote

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly

There were a few on the SIR Populaire (scheduled for the same day). Ryan On Mar 1, 9:22 pm, Brian Hanson wrote: > It was a great ride!  I only saw 1 other Riv near the end of the ride (an > orange Hillborne), so we definitely need more faithfull in Seattle.  I did > just over 50 miles riding my