Riv Rally East

[Andrew Carpenter]

I was one of the "renegade" Non-Riv riders on the recent tour. I felt very welcomed by all the riders. It was a great group of people and we had a lot in common, especially the love of riding on two wheels. I didn't sense any feelings of "less or more" because of the brand of bike being ridden. I admire people that are passionate about finely crafted and designed bikes. Nice to know that the interest in steel frames and classic bike gear is alive and well in Riv riders! Because of brands like Rivendell the revival of classic touring bikes is making a come-back with bikes like the Kogswell, Gunnar, Salsa, and Surly.

That's one thing I like about cycling is that in most cases nobody talks another person down because of their choices of bike manufacturer. I ride regularly with people that ride bikes worth a great deal of money and they still admire my 10 year old steel and titanium bikes. In fact a number of my fellow Riv riders commented that they had a Surly LHT as a second or third bike and that is was a tremendous value for the money. I came as an invited guest of a wonderful friend that thought I'd enjoy the ride (we did the whole C&O and GAP trail together three years ago) again and to finally get to see the scenery before the Divide since the last time we rode it the rain and fog kept the scenery out of view. I'm so glad I came and got to see the sights despite the threat of rain,  snow and cold temps.

I feel that it doesn't' matter what brand of bike you ride, but your approach to cycling. That is, touring versus racing. As I've aged I prefer touring and self-supported rides. Again thanks to the welcoming and great group of guys, and BobbyB for organizing the tour (are there any women that would like to join us? We won't bite or geek out too much). I plan on being back to ride a RivTour whether if I can afford a Rivendell or not.

Thanks!

[Montclair BobbyB]

Andy, I notice you've started a separate thread...
I do hope it's not because you feel unwelcome on the other thread....
(hah!!!)

BTW, maybe we also need "Retro Rally"... ride your favorite classic
(older) bike.

Peace,
BB

[Ablejack]

I understand. I'm sure everyone had a great time and were stellar and welcoming sportsmen. My concern was for those who may not have joined because they ride perhaps a Toei or a Singer or whatever. I think we are all literally on the same page as far as wanting and welcoming a variety of participants. I simply don't think calling a ride a rally for a specific brand helps that cause. 

(unless of course Riv was short for River!)

[Steve Palincsar]

On Tue, 2012-05-01 at 17:14 -0700, Ablejack wrote:
> I understand. I'm sure everyone had a great time and were stellar and
> welcoming sportsmen. My concern was for those who may not have joined
> because they ride perhaps a Toei or a Singer or whatever. I think we
> are all literally on the same page as far as wanting and welcoming a
> variety of participants. I simply don't think calling a ride a rally
> for a specific brand helps that cause.
> (unless of course Riv was short for River!)

I think everyone here knew they were welcome. As for the rest, perhaps
you might want to look at the name of this group.

[Montclair BobbyB]

OK, Ablejack.. I think you're taking this "political correctness"
nonsense a bit too far.

This is a Rivendell Owners Bunch Forum... If we can't proclaim our
enthusiasm for Rivendell bikes on this forum, where can we???
No apologies.

And BTW I love everyone, even you.

Peace,
Bobby

[Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery]

I am organizing the Midwest Riv rally, and I don't have a Riv. Toei and Singer riders, if they exist, are welcome to attend. Frankly, I think we'll have as many Surly riders as Riv riders. I don't expect much carbon, but you never know.

[jpp]

This is the funniest reply to me, just cracks me up.  I am inspired to go on the honda car forum and complain that they don't talk about toyotas enough!

ps-if you spend enough time on this forum you realize that all bikes are welcomed.  I have been a poster here on and off for almost 5 years and have never owned a riv.

[Allingham II, Thomas J]

Time for Rodney King to weigh in!

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