[RBW] WTB: roscoe mtn mixte or similar

2018-02-21 Thread Conway Bennett
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 the

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

2018-02-21 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
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 Cle

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

2018-02-21 Thread Deacon Patrick
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 mess

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

2018-02-21 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
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 I

[RBW] WTB: SILVER downtube shifters

2018-02-21 Thread Belopsky
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-owners-bunch+unsub

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

2018-02-21 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch
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 rac

[RBW] Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Deacon Patrick Jones
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 www.MindYourHeadC

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Shoji Takahashi
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, p

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Garth
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 manufa

[RBW] Frank Jones Sr build "done"

2018-02-21 Thread John Buglino
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. T

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

2018-02-21 Thread EasyRider
Nicely done, I'd have set mine up the same way. Moustache bars are a practical choice for a singlespeed. Looks like plenty of room for a frame pump behind the seat tube? Be sure to post pictures with the bars wrapped. On Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 8:24:18 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > https:

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

2018-02-21 Thread Lum Gim Fong
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 group,

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

2018-02-21 Thread Lum Gim Fong
I forgot. How much are the rando bags? -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Experiences with Clem L or H

2018-02-21 Thread Nancy Seibel
Nice to hear this, Jay! On Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 10:34:06 PM UTC-5, Jay Connolly wrote: > > I use my big Clem L (64cm) as a run-around bike for very local errands. I > absolutely love the bike. It's a joy to ride. > > Jay > > On Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 2:56:42 PM UTC-8, Nancy Seib

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

2018-02-21 Thread 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch
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 re

[RBW] Re: Informal poll: Sam Hillborne sizing, 6' tall about an 85PBH?

2018-02-21 Thread Marc40a
John, I'll reach out to you when I get home. I'm about your size (6' tall, my saddle height is 77.5 from saddle center to crank center.) I have a 56 Sam (57.5 TT) that I'm reluctantly selling this spring in MA. I have pics, measurements, advice. Best, Marc On Friday, February 16, 2018 a

[RBW] Re: WTB: SILVER downtube shifters

2018-02-21 Thread Julian Westerhout
Are you aware these are again in stock at Riv? http://tinyurl.com/y8z9why2 Julian Westerhout Bloomington, Il On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:09:29 AM UTC-6, Belopsky wrote: > > Anyone have these or similar before I order curved washers and use my > Shimano 8speed? > -- You received thi

[RBW] Frank Jones Sr build "done"

2018-02-21 Thread Davey Two Shoes
I like the seat choice. A nice touch of levity -- 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] Riding within me means ... more fixed gear contemplations

2018-02-21 Thread Davey Two Shoes
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 because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send a

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

2018-02-21 Thread dougP
Lum: Lots of sources but two that come to mind are Acorn and Swift. dougP On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 10:06:53 AM UTC-8, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > I forgot. > How much are the rando bags? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Deacon Patrick
Shoji, Garth is right, the actual measurement is part of my question (manufactures often make people feel good by shifting the size of their waist: “Wow! In XYZ jeans, Im a 34, not a 38! I’ll buy XYZ” But another aspect is the rise. The trend is hip hugging low rider pants, which require sizing

[RBW] San Francisco/Walnut Creek Trip Report

2018-02-21 Thread rob markwardt
Greetings, Back in frosty Seattle after a fantastic trip to San Francisco/East bay. The highlight was riding with listmember JoeB. yesterday who took me on a tour up Mt. Diablo and then down the trails leading back to Walnut Creek and Rivendell. If you've never been here put it on your mus

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Deacon Patrick
Shoji, I just spoke with Theo at Compass and asked about the pilling. He said they’d take care of me if that happened, that it shouldn’t and he knows of two pair that happened with. Sounds like the great customer service I’ve experienced before with Compass (and Riv). With abandon, Patrick --

[RBW] Re: San Francisco/Walnut Creek Trip Report

2018-02-21 Thread dougP
Thanks for the photos & sharing your experience. Glad you enjoyed the visit. RBWHQ is a special place, totally real. One of my must-visit stops whenever I'm in the Bay Area. dougP On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 11:12:55 AM UTC-8, rob markwardt wrote: > > Greetings, > Back in frosty S

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

2018-02-21 Thread dougP
I use an Acorn Rando bag, the original small one, as a self limiting load control. Whenever I take it off the bike, I'm amazed at how much it weighs, and start rooting around to see what's in there. Always find odd bits I thought I'd lost. dougP On Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 9:26:19 PM

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

2018-02-21 Thread Paul Choi
Ruthworks SF On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 10:06:53 AM UTC-8, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > I forgot. > How much are the rando bags? > -- 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 f

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

2018-02-21 Thread Garth
David Banzer also . http://treetop.bigcartel.com/category/front-bags On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 1:06:53 PM UTC-5, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > I forgot. > How much are the rando bags? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

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

2018-02-21 Thread Julian Westerhout
Kai, If you do go with the Velocity prebuilt wheel, pay a really good wheel builder to stress relieve and tweak it for you. Julia Westerhout Blomington, Il On Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 11:45:53 PM UTC-6, Kainalu V. wrote: > > I gave a call today, they've got sets for sale, but since I've

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

2018-02-21 Thread Eli Queen
Looks great! Love the blue. If the logo is what's bothering you about that seatpost, it's just printed on. It comes off in no time with some # steel wool. - Eli -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

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

2018-02-21 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
I've bought from David and highly recommend him. I can't speak to the others mentioned from my own experiences. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 1:06:53 PM UTC-5, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > I forgot. > How much are the rando bags? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Frank Jones Sr build "done"

2018-02-21 Thread Deacon Patrick
Stunner! With abandon, Patrick -- 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 em

[RBW] Re: WTB: Black Saddlesack Large or Medium

2018-02-21 Thread WETH
Bumping this as I am still seeking one: Black--medium or large. With thanks, Erl On Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 12:53:18 PM UTC-5, WETH wrote: > > Please let me know if you have one for sale. > Thanks, > Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

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

2018-02-21 Thread drew
and you can call it "Pacman" for short > -- 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 gro

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

2018-02-21 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Banzer is the one. Thanks. -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Why knickers and not something like MUSA long pants? I would think full leg coverage would be better in frosty Colorado. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: CANTI SAM BUILD

2018-02-21 Thread Jon Dukeman
Bob, Thanks. Here's a couple of photos that shows the 44mm tires the clearance at the front fork and seat stay bridge. https://www.flickr.com/photos/126595234@N07/39695515394/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/126595234@N07/39695504954/ Jon "FRIENDS DON'T LET FRIENDS RIDE JUNK " On Tue, Feb 20

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Deacon Patrick
Great question, Lum. How much of an answer do you want? Ready? Duck! Grin. For me, pants create a lot of fabric motion on the leg, which most people never notice, but which adds to the “noise” my brain has to cut through to function in the world. Shorts, less so, but can easily be more than knic

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

2018-02-21 Thread Philip Williamson
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 becau

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

2018-02-21 Thread Deacon Patrick
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 Own

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

2018-02-21 Thread Kevin Lindsey
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 beca

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

2018-02-21 Thread drew
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 to

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

2018-02-21 Thread Bob Lovejoy
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 I

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

2018-02-21 Thread DaveS
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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

2018-02-21 Thread Lum Gim Fong
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-owners-b

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

2018-02-21 Thread Joe Bernard
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 t

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Racking

2018-02-21 Thread Nathan Spindel
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. E

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

2018-02-21 Thread Ian A
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. > > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Sam-Hillborne-Touring-Ra

[RBW] Unsafe helmets

2018-02-21 Thread Michael Hechmer
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 emai

Re: [RBW] Unsafe helmets

2018-02-21 Thread Bill Gibson
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 your next helmet you sh

[RBW] Unsafe helmets

2018-02-21 Thread Joe Bernard
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 grou

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Steve Butcher
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. > > F

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

2018-02-21 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch
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). > > https://www.ri

Re: [RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

2018-02-21 Thread Eric Norris
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 Cus

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

2018-02-21 Thread Bob Lovejoy
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 men

[RBW] Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
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] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Chris
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 p

[RBW] Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Christopher Murray
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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...

[RBW] Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
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

2018-02-21 Thread Bill Lindsay
"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] Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread MartyG
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 Goo

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread reynoldslugs
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 Co

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread 'Jennings' via RBW Owners Bunch
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 gr

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Racking

2018-02-21 Thread Philip Williamson
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 th

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

2018-02-21 Thread Kainalu V.
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-

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

2018-02-21 Thread Ed Carolipio
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). > > https://www.rivbike.com/collections/web-special-fram

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread BSWP
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: PSA: Atlantii and Frank Jones Sr's on the Riv site

2018-02-21 Thread Bob Lovejoy
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 a

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread DadDadDaddio
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-owners-bunch+uns

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Brian Campbell
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 Bu

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Ed Carolipio
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 UTC-8

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

2018-02-21 Thread rw1911
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

2018-02-21 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
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 grou

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

2018-02-21 Thread Belopsky
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 c

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

2018-02-21 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
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 rbw-owners-

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Scott McLain
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 5

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Kenneth Cote
$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 c

Re: [RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

2018-02-21 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
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 e

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Bob B
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-owners-bunch@

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread drew
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 thi

[RBW] Re: Unsafe helmets

2018-02-21 Thread Kenneth Cote
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 G

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Racking

2018-02-21 Thread sameness
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 Quick

[RBW] BROOKS PROOFIDE not free

2018-02-21 Thread Jon Dukeman,central Colorado
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 f

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

2018-02-21 Thread Jon Dukeman,central Colorado
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 delaminated

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@goog

Re: [RBW] Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Tim Butterfield
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 $10 units to help thro

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
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

Re: [RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

2018-02-21 Thread Brewster Fong
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 wit

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

2018-02-21 Thread Peter Adler
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 Bunch

[RBW] Roadini vs Homer

2018-02-21 Thread Tim Butterfield
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 a

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Michael Morrissey
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, send

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Richard Rios
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 from

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

2018-02-21 Thread Ed Fausto
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 special might > be a good time

[RBW] Re: Roadini vs Homer

2018-02-21 Thread Brian Campbell
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 riding

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

2018-02-21 Thread Birdman
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-owners-bu

[RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

2018-02-21 Thread Michael Morrissey
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 fr

[RBW] Re: Roadini vs Homer

2018-02-21 Thread Deacon Patrick
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 Owne

[RBW] Re: Chroming a Rivendell?

2018-02-21 Thread Ian A
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] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Lum Gim Fong
"...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 t

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Wayne Naha
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 this

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Leslie
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

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