Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-15 Thread Ryan Frahm
Funny enough, I seem to get more odd looks on my Tanglefoot Hardtack than I did on my old Susie. Something about high drop bars and a basket rack really seems to confuse people. I did have a few “cruiser bike” comments with the Susie though. Doesn’t phase me at all. I get a lot of questions abo

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-15 Thread Richard Rose
You are not wrong! To be fair I’ve ridden most of the “modern” bikes & still own a full squish bike. But the Gus is more fun.:)Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 15, 2023, at 10:49 AM, Nick Shoemaker wrote:Wait a secaren't we the 'traditional' mountain bikers?! They're the ones who need motorcycle par

[RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-15 Thread Nick Shoemaker
Wait a secaren't *we* the 'traditional' mountain bikers?! They're the ones who need motorcycle parts to ride on a trail through the woods But yeah, I've rarely ridden my Clem on the local trails without some sort of passerby amazement/amusement. On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 9:17:49 P

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-15 Thread Ryan Frahm
That is great to hear Richard! Very happy that it has worked out so well for you. It looks awesome too! On Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 1:11:52 AM UTC-8 Dorothy C wrote: > I was riding my Albastached Roadini with TRP levers on the Simi Valley > greenway in SoCal one time when I was greeted

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-15 Thread Dorothy C
I was riding my Albastached Roadini with TRP levers on the Simi Valley greenway in SoCal one time when I was greeted with “Nice Klunker bars”, so I can relate to the misreading of bike components and styles by others. On Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 8:36:09 PM UTC rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > R

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-14 Thread Richard Rose
Ryan, it’s working out great so far. I’ve ridden singletrack 6 of the last 9 days for roughly 125 miles. In comfort & control. No significant hand issues and very much more responsive than with the Bosco. The bike is an absolute blast.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 13, 2023, at 8:31 PM, Ryan Frahm wrot

[RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-14 Thread Mackenzy Albright
Rivendell hillibikes are incredible trail bikes. It's funny because I cannot stand suspension "squish". The long wheelbase and large tire clearance makes Riv's a formidable off roader. Especially in slow steep climbs and fast loose (non bumpy) descents. I'll say it once and I'll say it again -

[RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-14 Thread Ted Durant
On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 8:17:49 PM UTC-6 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: They asked " was that you that passed us on a cruiser bike?" Hah. Reminds me of the time I passed somebody on the trail, riding my Riv ATB, and they said "nice cyclocross bike". Yeah, except 26x2" tires aren't legal in

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-13 Thread Ryan Frahm
Looks great! Those bars look like the perfect mix of comfort while still being more aggressive than the Bosco. Very nice! On Monday, November 13, 2023 at 4:54:48 PM UTC-8 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > Wonderful pictures, Richard ! > The first one is my favorite. > > Kim Hetzel. > > On Monday, Novem

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-13 Thread Kim H.
Wonderful pictures, Richard ! The first one is my favorite. Kim Hetzel. On Monday, November 13, 2023 at 3:33:32 PM UTC-8 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > Another. > [image: image0.jpeg][image: image1.jpeg] > Sent from my iPhone > > On Nov 13, 2023, at 3:19 PM, Edwin W wrote: > > Richard, > > > Great

[RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-13 Thread Edwin W
Richard, Great overhead shot of the bars. Can you post some more of the bike? I'd love to see how the cockpit works with the rest of the bike... Learning from others, Edwin On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 8:17:49 PM UTC-6 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > Not really shamed but while having a really

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-13 Thread Davey Two Shoes
I had a similar situation with traditional mtbr while riding my karate monkey set up with Rons ortho Bars and a b17 flyer. "what made you go with the beach bars?" I dont take offense, truly we're the odd ones out there. On Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 6:52:54 PM UTC-5 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-11 Thread Richard Rose
That sounds like a very impressive ride no matter what kind of bike you are on. :)Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 11, 2023, at 5:31 PM, Greg Lamont wrote:As a fellow Gus rider, I've had this experience many times on my local trails. Usually folks are very encouraging and supportive with comments like,

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-11 Thread Greg Lamont
As a fellow Gus rider, I've had this experience many times on my local trails. Usually folks are very encouraging and supportive with comments like, "I can't believe you're riding these trails on that bike," or something along those lines. "Cruiser" is used a lot too. I guess those comments cou

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-11 Thread Kim H.
Richard, I thank-you for your best wishes for me to love my 52cm Clem as much as you. At this point in time, it looks and feels very promising despite that I have no even ridden it yet. I will tell you this much. When I picked up my 52cm Clem and moved it after assembling it yesterday, I could

Re: [RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-11 Thread Richard Rose
Kim, I hope you love that 52 Clem as I do mine. I once rode my Clem on the very same trail that I rode yesterday, complete with front rack, basket & basket bag. Riders passing me asked if I was going to have a picnic.:)Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 11, 2023, at 12:36 AM, Kim H. wrote:Hi Richard,That

[RBW] Re: Gus ride shaming

2023-11-10 Thread Kim H.
Hi Richard, That is quite an experience you had interacting with those traditional mountain bikers thinking that your bike was a cruiser. It proves that not everyone has heard of Rivendell Bicycle Works. Life happens. I am very happy for you that you are in love with your new modified cockpit