[RBW] FS: Bag, brakes, bars, stems

2023-04-17 Thread Beth
Nitto Technomic Quill Stem 25.4 $40 Nitto DirtDrop Stem 26.0 $45 Nitto Moustache Bar 26.0 (RM016N) $60 Nitto Mod. 177 (48) $50 VeloOrange GranCompe Drilled Levers (non-Aero) $60 Carsick Designs' The 1 Three 7 Bag (for your Medium Wald) Burgundy $100 All in very good to excellent condition and clea

[RBW] FS: 52cm Alu Bosco

2014-04-12 Thread Beth
Mounted..ridden a day..removed..back into the plastic sleeve! $75firm..I'll pay shipping. -- 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+u

[RBW] 26" Tire Suggestions?

2014-04-12 Thread Beth
Meant 44s. -- 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

[RBW] 26" Tire Suggestions?

2014-04-12 Thread Beth
I just put Compass 26 x1.75s (38s) on my Riv Betty Foy and I really love them. They replaced Schwalbe Marathons -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Randonneur

2010-01-08 Thread Beth
mtrak tracks and 2 sets of light rail tracks, glass and potholes each day by 1) utilizing the services of a set of Mr. Tuffys 2) not inflating them so far that they are easily popped. I havent had a flat since August. As always, YMMV! Back to lurker mode and patiently awaiting my Betty, -Beth L. (al

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Mini Front Rack

2010-10-08 Thread Beth
I'm looking for a small front rack that can go on a bike with cantilever brakes. Used is good! Thanks, Beth -- 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-bu...@googl

[RBW] Re: Haiku again

2010-10-08 Thread Beth
Betty or Montare any way you slice it steel is king On Oct 8, 3:58 pm, Marty wrote: > Hijacking this thread > will not stop those of us who > cling to 7 speeds. > > On Oct 8, 5:23 pm, Bruce wrote: > > >http://loosescrews.com/index.cgi?d=single&c=Hub&sc=Complete%20Rear%20... > > > For $12.95 you

[RBW] Re: :) The end is near!

2010-10-22 Thread Beth
Thank [fill in your go to thankee here] for this list---the great reserve/trove of odd-ball items and items forever relegated to the sands of time from the masses! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send e

[RBW] Re: My Trip to Rivendell HQ

2010-01-19 Thread Beth
Ok, now, having grown up in WC and now living in...not WC...let me tell you this. Your first trip to RBW HQ to check out the steel steeds will leave you all excited to go ride your bike(s), add to your bike (s), add to your bike collection, save the world, be a better person, have a lycra bonfire (

[RBW] FS: Nigel Smythe Little Loafer:Tweed

2010-02-06 Thread Beth
Used but with ample "beausage" and many, many more miles left in this little charmer. 75. + 10. s & h (unless you live along the I-80 corridor between Sac & Berk/WC) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group,

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smythe Little Loafer:Tweed

2010-02-07 Thread Beth
Sold! Thanks for all of your interest. On Feb 7, 4:53 pm, rcnute wrote: > These are doggone handy little bags. Use mine all the time. > > Ryan > > On Feb 7, 9:51 am, CycloFiend wrote: > > > on 2/7/10 9:00 AM, Mark at monkeyonabicy...@gmail.com wrote: > > > > Need a picture, they are not on the

[RBW] Re: Atlantis 56 on the 'Bay

2010-02-11 Thread Beth
Or as my friend, Greayer says, "I need a back-up for my back-up!" On Feb 11, 9:53 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 12:52 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: > > On Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 4:31 AM, Marty wrote: > >> Not mine. > > >>http://tinyurl.com/yhl935y > > > A good price, if only one perso

[RBW] Re: I Wanna Hunquapillar

2010-02-24 Thread Beth
Everything in moderation...including moderation. 2-3 weeks till MFRD!! (My First Riv Day!) On Feb 24, 9:10 am, manueljohnacosta wrote: > I concur. I'm also enjoy Grant's post on the rivendell site. Always > look forward to some really good reading. In particular his post able > not riding as mu

[RBW] WTB: Tweed Keven's Bag

2010-03-02 Thread Beth
I imagine this is a shot in the dark..but, hey--it's a shot! If you have a Keven's Bag in Tweed and would like to see it go to a good home, please reply off list. Thanks!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this gro

[RBW] Re: Yike Bike!

2010-03-10 Thread Beth
Tweed Mudflap not included On Mar 10, 12:55 pm, soapscum wrote: > $4700.00 > > Ouch. > > On Mar 9, 5:26 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: > > > And you don't have to pedal... it's electric! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post

[RBW] Re: Screwing around with names (was Rodeos and other Rivs)

2010-03-13 Thread Beth
I liked your train of thought here and set about seeing exactly what kinds of things might began with "Bam"!! Of course, Wikipedia was the easiest "source" to begin with. Though the first item listed is "Bam is commonly used as a onomatopoeia for a sound, mostly that of an impact or collision". So

[RBW] Re: New Hunquapillar Video

2010-03-15 Thread Beth
Ding ding ding!! It is Sibley! On Mar 15, 2:17 pm, Jeremy Till wrote: > The curvy one-lane car-free pavement looks like fish ranch rd, so > probably east bay hills, either sibley volcano or redwood park trails? > > On Mar 13, 8:35 am, Adam wrote: > > > Any locals have guesses on their route? > >

[RBW] Sac Tweed Ride 3/28

2010-03-25 Thread Beth
So, this Saturday, 3/27 I pick up my new, luscious Betty Foy..the very next day is the Sacramento Tweed Ride! I know of four other Rivs that are likely coming out for the ride. http://sactotweed.blogspot.com/ is the place to go for the 411. Bonus: My Betty just also happened to be the model in th

[RBW] New Betty

2010-03-26 Thread Beth
Since it seems this is the thing you do after you pick up your new ridehere're the pics http://www.flickr.com/photos/8305...@n02/?savedsettings=499651459#photo499651459 Enjoy! Ps..rides like butter! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

[RBW] Re: New Betty

2010-03-26 Thread Beth
unity. See you on the road...and in the dirt! On Mar 26, 6:22 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > Yes, that is 100% the correct and appropriate thing to do upon picking up a > new bike!!! > > > > On Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 1:38 PM, Beth wrote: > > Since it seems this is the thing you

[RBW] Re: So Beth, how about a Betty Foy ride report?

2010-03-30 Thread Beth
Yes--still like butter. I was wondering for how many days would I be experiencing sore sitbones from the new B-17S. That would be 3! That's it?! Ok! Other than that,(and that's not a Riv thing anyway) the bike rides real well. The only other exception being that I suspect something is going on with

[RBW] Re: So Beth, how about a Betty Foy ride report?

2010-03-31 Thread Beth
t; > > > On Tue, Mar 30, 2010 at 10:54 PM, Beth wrote: > > Yes--still like butter. I was wondering for how many days would I be > > experiencing sore sitbones from the new B-17S. That would be 3! That's > > it?! Ok! Other than that,(and that's not a Riv thing

[RBW] Re: So Beth, how about a Betty Foy ride report?

2010-04-01 Thread Beth
ent on seeing herself on this bike into old age made this > idea pop into my head.  Works for me. > > dougP > > On Mar 31, 3:40 pm, Beth wrote: > > > Sure. > > I would say, in no particular order: > > > 1. Pedigree (who the builder is and his history of making

[RBW] Re: Diagonapillar

2010-04-05 Thread Beth
Man...it sure must be nice to have a PBH above 75. All the choices you 75+ PBHers have in bike frames makes me delirious and jealous and still not tall. Meanwhile, on back on the little ol' Betty (whichfunny isn't it..the Hunq is beginning to ever-so-slightly resemble...muhuhuwahahaha.) O

[RBW] FS: VO Pedals & H2O Cage

2010-05-22 Thread Beth
Hi All, I have two items for sale: Pedals ($49 new) are $35 http://www.velo-orange.com/voropesebe.html H2O Cage ($18.50 new) is $10 http://www.velo-orange.com/voretrocage.html (the one on the right) Both items are still shiny like new and I'll kick down for shipping in the Continental US Thank

[RBW] VO Cage: SOLD!

2010-05-22 Thread Beth
Pedals still available. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For

[RBW] Re: FS: VO Pedals & H2O Cage:ALL SOLD

2010-05-23 Thread Beth
Thanks for all of your responses! -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroup

[RBW] Re: Photo on Rivendell site

2010-06-13 Thread Beth
The two photos with horses and the non-Riv bike look like they've recently had visits from the photoshop fairy! On Jun 9, 10:01 am, EricP wrote: > Surprised no one has mentioned this - there is a photograph of a non- > Rivendell bike on their website.  One of the horse related photos. > Hopefully

[RBW] Re: Photo on Rivendell site

2010-06-14 Thread Beth
Used to be a Surly in the pic. On Jun 13, 6:25 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Sun, Jun 13, 2010 at 9:13 PM, Beth wrote: > > The two photos with horses and the non-Riv bike look like they've > > recently had visits from the photoshop fairy! > > What's been changed?

[RBW] Velcro-ripping sound coming from fender area

2010-06-29 Thread Beth
So everytime I ride (daily), inevitably at some point in my trip, I will hear a velcro-ripping sound that seems like it coming from under my SKS front fender. I always look to see if i just ran over something, a pile of leaves or whatever, but nada. Nothing seems to spit oout. Not that I would see

[RBW] Re: Velcro-ripping sound coming from fender area

2010-06-29 Thread Beth
y front bag, the fender will "vvvip" on the tire. Mine > might sound different than yours, with aluminum fenders and mini-knobs > on the tire, but that sounds like what it is. > > Rocks sound way different. > >  philip > 97128 > > On Jun 29, 12:33 pm, Beth wrote:

[RBW] FS: Tweed - Grip Kings- VO Cage

2010-07-13 Thread Beth
Hello Summer Bikees!! Up for sale are the following: VO Moderniste Cage - 12.00 shipped http://www.velo-orange.com/modernistecage.html Tweed Keven's Bag - $75.00 Shipped MKS Grip King pedals - 35.00 Shipped All are in excellent condition. Thank you for your consideration. Paypal Gift feature

[RBW] Grip Kings & VO Cage= Gone!

2010-07-13 Thread Beth
Tweed Keven's Bag still available..$75 shipped -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr..

[RBW] WTB Acorn Small Handlebar bag-Tan

2014-11-04 Thread Beth
Got 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 to rbw-o

[RBW] FS: 52cm Bosco bar

2014-05-19 Thread Beth
Hello! I have a practically brand new 52cm Bosco Bar (nitto). 25.4 diam that I will not be using. Bought from Riv for $93+ tax $75 (incl shipping) Its a super comfy bar for sure! Thanks and happy pedaling, Beth -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Winter Sale

2011-10-23 Thread Beth
sed) (Sz. Large) Grunden's Rain Hat New: $41 Yours For: $30 or Free w/ Poncho (Never been used) (sz. Small) Thanks All! -Beth -- 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-own

[RBW] FS Book Bike Hatchet hat

2023-11-13 Thread Beth Hamon
/dateposted-public/ Beth Hamon in Portland OR -- 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

[RBW] BBH hat FS

2023-10-19 Thread Beth Hamon
Book, bike, and Hatchet ball cap from the short-lived Riv venture. Excellent condition. Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bethness/53265044152/in/dateposted-public/ $50 includes USA shipping. PayPal only. Thanks Beth Hamon - Portland, OR Sent from my iPad -- You received this message

[RBW] FS Carradice pro-route rain cape

2011-02-26 Thread Beth H
In lightly used condition. Last year's style, without a hood; slightly heavier fabric than this year's model. $60 includes shipping in lower 48; paypal preferred. Please reply OFF-list. Thank you -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

[RBW] Re: FS Carradice pro-route rain cape

2011-02-26 Thread Beth H
It's sold. Thanks for your interest. On Feb 26, 8:30 am, Beth H wrote: > In lightly used condition. -- 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.c

[RBW] Re: Beausage and Beaunction

2011-04-06 Thread Beth H
I'd say shockingly incoherent, even with sleep deprivation. I had to read it twice to be clear on what was being conveyed. Wow. ..::shakes head::.. At least I know I'm not the only sleeping porrly these days. --Beth On Apr 6, 12:18 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > An unusually incoher

[RBW] Re: Beausage and Beaunction

2011-04-07 Thread Beth H
to my All-Rounder as my daily city bike, the wear-and-tear factor has grown on the latter in a way that makes me smile. Beth -- 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@g

[RBW] Re: Crappy Pasela Sidewalls

2011-05-01 Thread Beth H
So far I've had no trouble with my Paselas, but I'm running 26 x 1.5's. Perhaps the 700's are more problematic? I like the Marathons for heavy-dut stuff -- I'm using some 26 x 1.75's on my Big Dummy -- but for regular street riding the Paselas seem fine after three years of almost daily use. -- Y

[RBW] Re: Burnsville Metric

2011-05-02 Thread Beth H
Leslie -- no apologies necessary. A long ride in a beautiful place is always worth commentary and phtos. Thanks so much for sharing a great ride report. Hope you have many more happy miles on your Riv. --Beth On May 2, 6:12 am, Leslie wrote: > PS:  I apologize for being long-winded!  I star

[RBW] Re: Portland Riv-ish Ride

2011-05-20 Thread Beth H
Me neither. Busy. But if you've never been, consider going. It can be sorta fun. --Beth -- 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

[RBW] Re: Considering new pedals

2011-06-02 Thread Beth H
t don't require Grip Kings), and I like them a lot. The only hard part is that I find them a little slippery on very rainy days. I may ultimately swap in some BMX platform pedals -- they're not as pretty but they do offer more traction. Beth On Jun 2, 3:46 am, newenglandbike wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Considering new pedals

2011-06-06 Thread Beth H
for flat pedals. Beth -- 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 email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com

[RBW] Re: Considering new pedals

2011-06-06 Thread Beth H
cross series. Fantastic thing is it's five miles from home, so riding there is my warmup. My racebike is a singlespeed mountain bike that normally runs 32 x 18 or 19, depending on course and my legs that day. Beth On Jun 6, 7:26 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Photos of the race, please, if you h

[RBW] Re: Is XT THAT much better than Deore?

2011-06-17 Thread Beth H
or the Deore simply because it's cheaper and gives solid performance. Incidentally, there's a Deore rear derailleur on my All-Rounder as I type this. And true to me cheap-a$$ fashion, I got it used. Run what works. Happy riding! Beth On Jun 16, 5:02 pm, Scotty wrote: > I am just wonder

[RBW] Re: The bike collection (or hoard?)

2011-06-19 Thread Beth H
(Spousal bike: Sweetie rides a '94 B'Stone XO-5 that she's quite fond of. That makes five total.) No room for more here at the postage-stamp-sized house that is Rancho Beth, and I suspect that someday this will end up being only two or three. I'm feeling the beginning of the e

[RBW] UNracer Ride, Portland, June 29

2016-05-12 Thread Beth H
No fee, no prizes (feel free to buy an UNracer patch on your own if you like), just fun on bikes. For more information, check out the Pedalpalooza calendar: http://www.shift2bikes.org/cal/viewpp2016.php Cheers -- Beth Hamon Sent from my iPad -- You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] FS: 26" wheel set: Deore LX/Mavic/Ritchey

2016-05-26 Thread Beth H
Mavic rims, Deore LX hubs (rear hub 135mm, comes w/7-sp cassette and spacer but you could swap in an 8 if you wanted), Ritchey tires showing age but still good tread. Wheels in good used condition. Priced to move - $60 for the set. *Need to be rid of these by Weds Jun 1. * Email periwinklekog-at

[RBW] Splats rock.

2010-11-30 Thread Beth H
Got mine in the mail at work. Wore them home. They work great with flat pedals, not so great with toeclips but that's fine by me. This design shares similarties with a pattern that showed up a few seasons ago on Cyclelicious.org: http://www.cyclelicio.us/2006/12/diy-shoe-covers.html I never went

[RBW] Re: Splats rock.

2010-12-01 Thread Beth H
Alex -- I race in the X-Alp Seek shoes (water-resistant version, for cross) -- on FLAT pedals. I sometimes commute on my singlespeed racing bike and my Splats fit over the shoes. --beth > However, I have Speedplay Frogs on my AHH, and I use the Pearl Izumi X- > alp touring shoes. Great shoe

[RBW] Re: Splats rock.

2010-12-01 Thread Beth H
Ness -- I wear a womens' 9.5 (mens' 8/Euro 41-ish) and the Splats cover my BMX sneakers perfectly. I think they will be sort of BIG for your feet. Perhaps you can coax Grant to make a smaller size. --Beth On Nov 30, 1:16 pm, grrlyrida wrote: > Hi Beth, > > What size are you an

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-23 Thread Beth H
$4,000.00 bike because it's spendy or fancy, some folks may choose to ride a $4,000.00 Rivendell simply because it's well-made, and durable enough to see them out. And for those of us who fall into that category, there are lovely zip-ties. I hope the inventor of the zip-tie didn't die brok

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-24 Thread Beth H
vendell...::grin::.. I greatly appreciate that there are disheveled Riv riders, and neat and tidy Riv riders. Together we make a fascinating and interesting little corner of the bicycle universe. Vive la difference! (and Merry Everything to the listers) Beth, who's hosting a Boxi

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-24 Thread Beth H
Grant -- thanks for looking out for me. If this ever gets in print I'll be in touch about your finder's fee. ..::wink::.. --Beth On Dec 23, 10:04 pm, grant wrote: > I hope the inventor of the zip-tie didn't die broke. > > Beth > > THIS---forget about the pro-R

[RBW] Re: IRD freewheel failure diagnosis

2010-12-26 Thread Beth H
stocks this month -- and they are prone to pawl failure. Good luck -- beth On Dec 25, 6:47 pm, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > Hey, all! Merry Christmas! > > I installed a new IRD 7-speed, 13-32 freewheel today. It began slipping > shortly thereafter. Turns out, the small ring, which se

[RBW] Re: Goals for 2011:

2010-12-31 Thread Beth H
ynic about the state of the world, and focus more on the good that is, and that is possible. Happy riding in 2011! --beth -- 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-bu...@

[RBW] Re: Saddle comparison - Brooks B17 vs. Berthoud Touring

2011-01-07 Thread Beth H
is comfort anyway. Beth -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@google

[RBW] Re: New News Post

2011-01-07 Thread Beth H
On Jan 7, 8:51 am, Patrick in VT wrote: > the other thing they have in common is that they cook *a lot*, which, > for me, is absolutely essential to maintaining a healthy relationship > with food.  In fact, I'd suggest buying a good cookbook, rather than a > *diet* book, for anyone who is serious

[RBW] Re: Most interesting Riv Reader Articles

2011-01-08 Thread Beth H
will reduce Rivendell to Just Another Bike Company That Sells Cool Bikes. The RR makes Rivendell so much more. Beth On Jan 7, 6:42 pm, "colin p. cummings" wrote: > To all who read them, what has been the most interesting article > you've read in a Riv Reader? -- You rece

[RBW] Re: tweed knit sweaters are coming back!

2011-01-18 Thread Beth H
wo and I'm all set; but if you have not owned WW tweedies before and can afford one now, buy one when they come back. You'll like it. Meanwhile, I am waiting for the return of the Wooly Warm jersey (with the button placket!) and heavier-weight trainer. A girl can dream. Beth -- Y

[RBW] Re: tweed knit sweaters are coming back!

2011-01-19 Thread Beth H
The blue trainer Riv offered had a small wooly warm logo with a lamb on it. That's plenty logo right there. I would've bought one but I only had enough money for either the trainer or the heavy wool pants (remember those?), and picked the pants. So yes, a Pleading For list might be

[RBW] Re: Tone, OT and Stuff Like That

2011-01-22 Thread Beth H
Touche. On Jan 22, 10:24 am, cyclotourist wrote: > But there is such a place you can go to talk about everything OT, including > Led Zeppelin: > > http://www.bikelist.org/mailman/listinfo/internet-bob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

[RBW] Re: new sweaters/vests

2011-02-06 Thread Beth H
y event, I'll keep looking for an older WoolyWarm pullover, and won't lose sleep if one never comes my way. Beth -- 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@goog

[RBW] Re: new sweaters/vests

2011-02-06 Thread Beth H
ike is not always in the same room when I do. Beth On Feb 6, 6:26 pm, Peter Pesce wrote: > I think Riv makes some of the best bike stuff in the world for > it's intended purpose. I think they are at their weakest in their > efforts to expand Rivendell into a "lifestyle" bra

[RBW] Re: RIV Clothing I've been trying out

2011-02-07 Thread Beth H
but there are others.) --my Slapts are the funkiest-yet-most-functional Rivendell item I've purchased to date. Beth -- 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@googlegr

[RBW] Re: Tires for 26" wheel Atlantis

2011-02-08 Thread Beth H
Anne -- my shop carries both 1.25 and 1.5 widths, available from J & B Importers to any bike shop. Tell your LBS you want 'em. (I prefer the 1.5 width on my All-Rounder, but I do remember that the 1.25 width gave a very smooth ride.) Beth On Feb 7, 5:21 pm, Anne Paulson wrote: >

[RBW] Re: New (to me anyway) and quite flat platform pedals ...

2011-02-09 Thread Beth H
of the Redline BMX pedal with replaceable pins and sealed bearings. Both cost less than $50 a pair retail, and losse-bearing versions of the Redline pedal cost around half of that. Beth -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Re: Brand V Grab Sack

2011-02-09 Thread Beth H
That's some serious message-mixing there. My sweetie and I each got Grab sacks last summer during a visit to RBWBikeLoveHQ.Sweetie uses hers regularly as a purse. I use mine for lots of urban riding when a larger bag is Simply Too Much. Mine holds a sack lunch, a windshell and novel -- which is ju

[RBW] Re: Fwd: Riv Shirt - a set on Flickr

2011-02-15 Thread Beth H
Those shirts were available in the late 90's for a short time. I got one when I got my LongLow frameset. --beth On Feb 15, 7:51 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > A friend of mine sent me this cool Rivendell T-shirt: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176895@N03/sets/7215762606333213

[RBW] Re: stem shifters

2009-09-20 Thread beth h
ess/1813161080/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethness/3601660199/ Enjoy. --Beth --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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@

[RBW] Re: bike parts for sale

2009-09-23 Thread beth h
> 2. Brooks B-68"S" THIS ITEM SOLD Other items still available. Beth --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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

[RBW] Re: Winter Riding Clothing

2009-10-03 Thread beth h
x27;ll use a Wooly Warm wool tee as a base layer and go from there. Beth --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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@googlegr

[RBW] Re: Children of Atlantis

2009-10-13 Thread beth h
On Oct 12, 8:15 pm, Anne Paulson wrote: > The LHT is the poor man's Atlantis. Seriously-- it has Atlantis geometry. > Since I think the Atlantis is the best bicycle ever made, I think people who > can't afford an Atlantis should get a LHT. But the LHT is not the same as > the Bombadil. I am seri

[RBW] Re: shellac vanity question

2009-10-17 Thread beth h
acked cork grips in a gradual, lovely way. Trust me. Your saddle will darken with use. In the meantime, I bet the shellacked tape looks beautiful. --Beth --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

[RBW] Re: Anyone checked out this pump?

2009-10-29 Thread beth h
The Portland Design Works Poco pump is smart, small, lightweight and it works. And it doesn't hurt that, for me at least, PDW is a local company. Good stuff. Our shop sells them. Beth --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: canvas boxy bag and rack FS SOLD

2009-11-07 Thread beth h
This item has SOLD. On Nov 6, 6:50 pm, b hamon wrote: > ...VO black canvas boxy-style handlebar bag with decaleur... --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group,

[RBW] Re: New Riv shirts

2009-11-07 Thread beth h
Kucharki DOES make very nice stuff. I have two of their wool-blend (they handle accidental dryings better!) jerseys and they are just about the most comfortable things ever. Gotta say, though, that I REALLY miss the old Wooly Warm line... especially the tweed jersey. ..::sigh::.. Beth On Nov 6

[RBW] Re: who has MUSA pants?

2009-11-12 Thread beth h
most of my commuting, for three seasons of the year. Beth On Nov 11, 10:19 am, jim_OLP wrote: > I'm considering them ... --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: increasing longevity of skinwall tires?

2009-11-13 Thread beth h
Well, there's always switching to blackwall tires. The Paselas are now available in an all-black version in several sizes. Beth On Nov 12, 8:54 pm, Earl Grey wrote: > Inspired by a comment of Paselas wearing out prematurely because of > skinwall de

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on ordering Carradice bag from europe...

2009-11-21 Thread beth h
http://www.citybikes.coop On Nov 20, 10:20 pm, gerg wrote: > Hello, > I am in the market for  Carradice Camper saddle bag. I cant find one > in any stores in S.F. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: contemplating change: 1999 longlow

2009-12-13 Thread beth h
ot sure about paint yet. It's simply not in the budget for me to have the whole frame repainted, not even at a "cheap" place like Brooker's here in town (who charge 100 bucks and whose results get customer reviews that really run the gamut from poor to excellent). I could just Do

[RBW] Re: contemplating change: 1999 longlow

2009-12-14 Thread beth h
On Dec 13, 4:07 pm, Angus wrote: > Beth, > > Don't you own a green Rivendell with cantilevers...perhaps an All- > Rounder. I do. It's got drop bars and serves as my long-distance, less- encumbered bike. It's a little small for me heightwise but the top tube length

[RBW] Re: contemplating change: 1999 longlow

2009-12-14 Thread beth h
s an investment and I would prefer to go with what I know. While brazing on the Canti's could make the difference I think I'd rather go with cantis. --Beth On Dec 13, 4:46 pm, Rene wrote: > I might have missed something more important than I what I saw in your > original post; but a

[RBW] Re: contemplating change: 1999 longlow

2009-12-15 Thread beth h
> > >         ..  But sometime, just to round out your knowledge base as a > > >         crackerjack wrench and bicycle guru (which I know you are) you > > >         should set up a pair of Mafac or Weinmann centerpulls with modern > > >         cables and housings, sturdy cable hangers and Kool St

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne for a triathlon and a visit to RBWHQ (My first Riv!)

2009-12-15 Thread beth h
ey, look at those lugs. Aren't they gorgeous?" Life is good. Beth -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Brooks B-17 and wacky pedals FS

2009-12-24 Thread beth h
1:14 pm, franklyn wrote: > Beth, > > I am not pursuing these items you have at the moment, though I do want > to know the details of that 3-way trade :) > > Shimano Dura-Ace 25th Anniversary pedals. These came to me in a complicated > > trade (sort of like a three-way

[RBW] Re: Seat Bags - a set on Flickr

2009-12-26 Thread beth h
(My Caffeinated Wheelmen pin came with this version and so far no problems). Good luck --Beth On Dec 26, 10:06 am, RoadieRyan wrote: > I had some cool pins (this one is Assoc of Caffienated Wheelmen) on > the lil loafter but the backs kept coming off with Road vibration > resulting in the p

[RBW] Re: Seat Bags - a set on Flickr

2009-12-26 Thread beth h
hotos/bethness/3352745506/ And yes, I *earned* those "Camper" and "Biker" merit badges (back when the earth cooled). Found them in my box of Girl Scout memoribilia a couple of years ago and decided to add them to the bag. I'd love to add a Rivendell Weekend patch to the lot

[RBW] Re: B-17 vs. Champion Flyer

2009-12-27 Thread beth h
of daily riding it was almost Just Right. The only bike that has a B-17 left on it is my Drop-bar'd All-Rounder, where a non-sprung saddle makes complete sense. Beth -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to

[RBW] Re: Seat Bags - a set on Flickr

2009-12-27 Thread beth h
nny, I'm told); you could also try stuffing the pinback hole with beeswax and see how that goes. Beth -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To un

[RBW] Re: Seat Bags - a set on Flickr

2009-12-27 Thread beth h
OMG! I LOVE it! Want one! --Beth On Dec 26, 5:36 pm, reynoldslugs wrote: > I am quite proud of the Award Medallion on the tail of this Seat Bag. > http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2009/cc719-maxbeach1109.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[RBW] Re: Bar Bags and Roadeos

2009-12-30 Thread beth h
rail geometry a trendy bandwagon anymore, I do find that it tends to show up only on more expensive bicycles. More affordable, mass-produced bikes -- including the Surly LHT, btw -- still have geometries that favor bigger loads in the rear. Beth, grateful that not every bike designer has jumpe

[RBW] Re: Goals for 2010

2010-01-02 Thread beth h
My list: --Find more excuses to haul loads on the cargo bike --More rides to the farmers' markets with my Sweetie --Yoga every week to help me better prepare for short-track xc and cyclocross --Enjoy every moment I can have on my bicycle --encourage my Sweetie to ride with me more Beth On

[RBW] Re: Question about women's riding clothes (not for me)

2010-01-02 Thread beth h
new. Suggestion: perhaps ask your wife to get more directly involved in ordering her cycling clothing? Sometimes women are better at describing their fit needs themselves than men are doing it for them. Just a thought. Good luck --Beth -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

[RBW] Re: Question about women's riding clothes (not for me)

2010-01-03 Thread beth h
generally stick with mens apparel for my bicycling needs (including those Swrve knickers which I recommended earlier). Beth > Title-9 is one of the catalogues that makes me a bit envious. > http://www.titlenine.com/ > Excellent clothing - looks good w/o looking sport-specific. -- Y

[RBW] Re: What did you do in 2009?

2010-01-03 Thread beth h
pieces of the bed frame. Sadly no pix that day.) -- I got my Sweetie to ride more by promising to go to every fair- weather farmers' market with her. I'm looking forward to much more bike fun in 2010! --Beth -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

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