[RBW] Anyone selling a 48cm quickbeam?

[Manuel Acosta]

Any condition. With or without wheels.

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[RBW] Re: RIP Susie Longbolts

[Manuel Acosta]

Hey Ben Sorry about bike stuff.
Maybe check with a frame builder and ask if you can do a custom with the 
frame. Maybe cheaper than a new bike? 

On Friday, August 13, 2021 at 12:09:42 PM UTC-7 benjami...@gmail.com wrote:

> [image: IMG_0839.jpeg]My dear friend Susie Longbolts, whom many of you 
> helped guide me to purchase, passed away suddenly after she fell off a rack 
> at highway speed. I did manage to grab her off the highway risking life and 
> limb and am trying to salvage what I can.
>
> I'm just bummed out- I loved that bike!
>
> If any of you want to sell yours, or know of one that's for sale, please 
> PM me.
>
> Ben in ATL
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: WTT Cheviot Take-offs (Silver cranks/grips/brooks)

[Manuel Acosta]

Interested in the brooks saddle if its still for sale?
Manny

On Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 7:45:07 PM UTC-7 frankie garcia wrote:

> Just purchased a beautiful Cheviot and i seem to have some parts i need 
> traded or sold. 
>
> Silver Crank. Triple 184mm ARMS! -$120 very minty
>   Willing to trade for something with shorter arms. Just needs to be 
> RIVbike like!
> [image: IMG_1624.jpg]
> Brooks Cambium brown- $50
>willing to trade for Rivbike like saddle. Brook or others in leather
> [image: IMG_1625.jpg]
> Ergon grips. very minty. $10
> [image: 5028de30544b3363932f18cc81be2078.jpg]
> Willing to trade or sell IRD shifter stem mount- $40
>   looking for bar shifter mount. single, right.
> [image: IMG_1627.jpg]
>
>
> *Willing to trade for front small racks also. I.E( nitto, velo. )must be 
> silver/chrome*
>
>
>
>  
>

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[RBW] Re: Almost FS: Riv Hubbuhubbuh (HHH) tandem, size small

[Manuel Acosta]

Email sent 

On Monday, May 20, 2019 at 7:36:57 AM UTC-7, G.E. wrote:
>
> Last night, we attempted to get as many photos taken of the HHH as it will 
> be sold before our rain started (again), so I must apologize if they seem a 
> bit haphazard, but hopefully, we were able to capture as many areas as 
> possible to get a clear idea of this tandem. The photos can be found here: 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/54032207@N04/albums/72157708525351885
>
> Additionally, I should point out that the fenders are not currently on the 
> tandem. They are Velo Orange fenders (they are these 
> )
>  
> and my wonderful hubby was running short on time and wasn't able to put 
> them on the bike prior to photos (plus, he figured that they'd likely need 
> to come off again for shipping purposes, regardless). If anyone needs/wants 
> a photo of them, I'm happy to get that, so just let me know. Otherwise, the 
> bike is pictured as it will be sold.
>
> Just one more note, I had stated that there is an approx. 1 in scratch 
> across the top tube, but I also noticed some "hazing" from a couple of bags 
> that have been placed on the bike. They are REALLY difficult to get a photo 
> of, but you can get an idea in the one photo that has the red arrow 
> pointing to a spot. There are actually two of these: one is just under the 
> stoker handlebars from a bag we were using there and the other is in the 
> triangle between the captain's seat tube and the bottom tube running back 
> to the stoker area (again, there was a bag placed in this area). The paint 
> is still good in these areas, but it may have rubbed some of the clear 
> which has created the hazing.
>
> Thanks again to all!
>
> On Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 5:38:50 PM UTC-6, G.E. wrote:
>>
>> My husband and I bought a HHH (Hubbuhubbuh) tandem from Rivendell to try 
>> out our interest in riding a tandem. Neither of us had ridden one prior, 
>> but it seemed like it would be a good, stable option to try out this 
>> new-for-us way to ride. I was fairly certain that we probably wouldn't take 
>> to it, or at best would ride it infrequently, but as it turned out, we 
>> really enjoyed riding together this way. Shortly after purchasing the HHH, 
>> we knew that the bike was too big for us so we looked into having a custom 
>> tandem made. Our intention was to keep both and use them for different 
>> purposes, but the reality is that the HHH doesn't suit the style of riding 
>> we primarily do on the tandem and in truth it is too big for either of us 
>> to captain comfortably. I was hesitant to let go of the HHH because it took 
>> us awhile to get the custom tandem dialed in but now that we've been riding 
>> that one for a year and have found a comfortable place with it, we both 
>> have realized that the Hubbuh just isn't suited to our needs/height/leg 
>> length/etc. While it is super fun and easy to ride, it's getting difficult 
>> to store two tandems and it's time to look at letting this go. 
>>
>> Although the HHH is not officially for sale as of yet (thus, no photos 
>> quite yet), we are preparing to put it up and wanted to place info here 
>> first so that anyone who may have interest can be on the look out or ask 
>> any questions they may have. Here are some details, and of course, feel 
>> free to ask any questions here or DM me.
>>
>> - Size Small Hubbuhubbuh (it's the darker blue, kind of slate blue color, 
>> not sage or orange)
>>
>> - 650b wheels (purchased from Rivendell as part of the tandem package)
>>
>> - Schwalbe Marathon 650x42 tires (these will probably need to be replaced 
>> in the relatively near future, but they've sure been darn tough! Never had 
>> a flat - knock on wood). We put these narrower-than-intended tires on it 
>> due to height/standover issues, but it will take a much wider tire (I 
>> believe up to 60mm) for a normal-height person. For reference purposes, the 
>> captain is apprx. 5'3.75" with a 76 PBH (can JUST straddle the top tube - 
>> barely - in the captain position) and stoker is 5'1" with a 69 PBH (has no 
>> problems at all standing over rear top tube)
>>
>> - One set of Albatross bars and one set of Bosco bars
>>
>> -The drivetrain is set up as was recommended by Riv, and has 3x9 
>> bar-ends; we did switch out the cog on the crank to a 50t (rather than the 
>> 46t that came on it) because we were spinning out often; however, we can 
>> include the 46t ring with the sale so the future owner will have the option 
>> to go back to the smaller ring, if needed/wanted. So, at the moment it's 
>> running 50-36-26 (or it may be a 24, I need to double check). The cassette 
>> is 11-32. 
>>
>> - Cranks are both 170mm, purchased from Riv.
>>
>> - Ours was set up so that the disc (intended to be used as the drag 
>> brake) is used as the rear brake and a v-brake is used in the front. This 
>> could be fairly easily changed out if the 

[RBW] Stockholm/Amsterdam/Copenhagen recommendations/meet-ups?

[Manuel Acosta]

My wife and I are heading out to Stockholm/Amsterdam/Copenhagen during 
spring break.
Any recommendations or suggestions on things we can do? We had interest in 
just renting bikes out and exploring. 

Manny Acosta

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[RBW] Re: Call for bicycling pics – for Photo Mural

[Manuel Acosta]

Hey Andy!
Why don't you ask folks at Rivendell? Would be cool to highlight their 
photography and bikes. maybe give some folks at your work some insight on 
rivendell. Otherwise you are more then welcome to use my photos on my 
flickr. just let me know which ones. 


Manny

On Saturday, December 15, 2018 at 8:15:26 AM UTC-8, Andy C. wrote:
>
> Great pics are always being posted by members of this group. Now I ask: 
> who among you would like to contribute images for a mural of bicycle photos?
>
> I work at the Main Branch of the San Francisco Public Library and early 
> next year we will be renovating our staff bike parking room.  In addition 
> to expanding the space and installing new racks, we will remodel the room 
> in a way that will celebrate cycling and encourage more staff to bike to 
> work. One feature will be a bike photo collage covering one wall. This is 
> where you all come in. I have seen many stunning and cool pics posted here 
> that would be inspiring for our commuters after the morning slog and before 
> the evening grind home. Who knows, maybe they’ll even take their breaks in 
> the bike room to look at the photos.
>
> Types of photos wanted:
>
>- 
>
>Bike riding (adults, children, groups, teams, pets)
>- 
>
>Riding in nature/the country
>- 
>
>Riding in the city
>- 
>
>Racing/Cyclocross
>- 
>
>Mud, rain, snow
>- 
>
>Riders on unusual bikes
>- 
>
>Screwball pictures
>- 
>
>Other (surprise me!)
>
> Generally, I’m not looking for pictures of bicycles alone, close-ups of 
> builds, etc. The exception to this might be bikes in unique or gorgeous 
> locations or perched in front of an impressive or funny sign. I’m also not 
> looking for nature shots without people on bikes. Even though the mural 
> will be in SF, it is not limited to Bay Area pics (though these are highly 
> encouraged, for sure). International entries are also welcome.
>
> I can’t offer any payment. I did ask our Exhibitions staff if I could send 
> a digital copy of the mural to all contributors but such a thing will not 
> exist. However, the images will be printed individually and the mural will 
> be pieced together on the wall, collage style. It may be possible to put 
> the photographer’s name on their image and, depending on your responses, we 
> can definitely consider this option. When complete, I will surely take 
> shots of the entire mural to share with you all.
>
> I can’t guarantee that I’ll use all submissions because right now I don’t 
> know what the response will be like. However, I do encourage you to 
> contribute as many photos as you like. As for pixels, since each collage 
> image will be in the 10 x 12 or 14 x 16 inch range, lower pixel count (in 
> the 1000s) is doable. However, the higher the better, for sure. Please send 
> the best you got!
>
> I’m trying to be sensitive to everyone’s rights and property. If there is 
> anything that seems inappropriate about me approaching the group this way, 
> or if you have any suggestions, please let me know. When submitting pics, 
> please reply directly to me or, if you like, steer me to your blog/Flickr 
> (or other) account to browse and download.
>
> Thanks so much,
>
> --Andy C.
>

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[RBW] New Riv Mountain Bike

[Manuel Acosta]

Pictures prove that it wasn't a triple brake mtn bike. (double linear pull 
brakes with a single rear disk brake)

https://flic.kr/s/aHsmsvKNRx


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[RBW] Rivendell West and East Meet Up

[Manuel Acosta]

This list has been a shinning light of my life. Meeting so many new people 
from so many different parts of the world. Sharing a connection of a great 
bike company and great ethos its great to have a connection with folks with 
Rivendell because you always know you'll meet great people. 

Thanks to everyone who gave suggestions and a very special thanks to 
Takashi for taking the time to travel 4 hours come to Toyko to meet us! Not 
only did he recommend the Hatagaya  Blue Lug store and the Lug Cafe he also 
sent the lovely folks at Blug Lug an email that we were coming. 

Having the time to hang out with Takashi for a short while was a huge 
highlight of the trip so far. We shared stories of our experiences with 
Rivendell and our connection to amazing quality and functional goods made 
us gravitated towards Rivendell which is a common theme when I meet most 
people connected with Rivendell.

The folks at Blug Lug were gracious and helpful at both locations. I was 
telling Takashi Blue Lug reminds me of Rivendell with more dangles and 
slight touches that make it their own. When we first got there we met 
Felipe who recognized me because of my Lucky Duck Cafe Shirt and mutual 
friends from Oakland and his Clint from Velo Orange who were outside of 
blue lug trying to put their bikes together. We ended up seeing each other 
at the Lug Cafe and having a coffee and sharing our stories with Takashi. 

Sadly Takashi had to leave early so we took one last photo together 
 before parting ways. We went back the the shop 
and was helped by Chuyan who I found out hanged out and stayed with Will 
and Roman! He was super helpful and made Ashley and I so welcome. This 
being my wife first international trip I was explaining to her that 
traveling anywhere and opening yourself up to people around you can yield 
experiences and friendships that can last a lifetime! Thanks again to 
Takashi for the taking the time to share your day and you stories. You 
always have a friend here in the states!

Pictures proved that Rivendell brings people together
https://flic.kr/s/aHskCyFWjV

Manuel "ありがとうございます" Acosta

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[RBW] Re: Anyone tried Brooks rubber Cambium bartape?

[Manuel Acosta]

Meh.

Like cotton shellac tape when its worned it. I have some on my hillborne 
and I'm not too impress.

On Thursday, July 26, 2018 at 10:50:33 AM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote:
>
> Also remember I am asking about the rubber cambium, not the cambium that 
> is same texture as the cambium saddles.  See link above. I am afraid we 
> will get mixed up since the names are similar. 

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[RBW] In Japan! Any recommendations?

[Manuel Acosta]

We'll be bikeless, and will be in Tyoko for a week then Kyoto.

Blug Lug, Sim Works watch a Kerin race, planning on taking a tile class in 
Kyoto. 

Any other recommendations of things to see or do?

Anyone in Japan that would like to have coffee?


Manny 

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Re: [RBW] FS: Riv Baggins Hobo and Banana bags + Brooks D shaped leather seat bag

[Manuel Acosta]

Im interested in that hobo bag and banana bag!

pmed

Manny

On Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 8:52:08 AM UTC-7, Doug Way wrote:
>
> Hi- 
>
> Just bought a new Sackville banana bag for my Atlantis, have a couple of 
> bags that need new homes.  Pictures are here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmcvbW5J 
>
> 1.  Riv Baggins Hobo bag in very good used condition.  $65 shipped by 
> USPS.  Plenty of dirt and beausage, but perfectly functional.  The only 
> defect is a small spot of tire rub on the bottom of the bag.  Fabric is 
> thin, but no hole.  Please see the pictures. 
>
> 2.  Very old Riv Baggins banana bag in fair/good condition.  $35 shipped 
> by USPS.  Quite worn/dirty but perfectly functional.  This is probably 
> the first bag I bought from RBW, maybe 2004?  Dark olive grey color.   
> For the bag matchers out there, the banana bag does not match the Hobo 
> above in color. 
>
> 3.  Brooks D shaped leather seat bag.  $30 shipped by USPS. Honey 
> color.  This one is in good condition except for the leather mounting 
> straps that are quite worn as you can see in the pictures.  I simply 
> reinforced these areas with brown colored electrical tape when this bag 
> was on my wife's Heron. 
>
> Please send me a personal message if you are interested.  The easiest 
> way to pay would be via Paypal to d@comcast.net . Please 
> feel free to 
> make me an offer or ask a question. 
>
> Thanks for reading! 
>
> Doug Way 
> Boulder, CO 
> Roadeo and Atlantis 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Bags - Fabio's Chest, RoadRunner, Revelate

[Manuel Acosta]

PM'd 

Manny

On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 8:03:37 AM UTC-8, Daniel Jackson wrote:
>
> All prices include CONUS shipping. Photos here 
> . 
>
> UltraSwift Fabio's Chest, Large. NIB. $195
> RoadRunner Bags Jammer, Jumbo. Rust Cordura. NIB. $145
> RoadRunner Bags Jammer, Jumbo. Purple Cordura. NIB. $145
> Revelate Designs Viscacha. Light use. $75
>
> Thanks for looking.  
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Key Characteristics of a #mannyride

[Manuel Acosta]

Kurt said egg farts. 

Manny

On Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 10:56:19 AM UTC-7, Clayton.sf wrote:
>
> ... and some of those spoke rattlers that make you hunt the mistery click 
> for an our.
>
> clayton scott
> SF, CA
>

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[RBW] Trade Goat Horn Handlebars for B903 BULLMOOSE BAR

[Manuel Acosta]

Not sweepy enough for me. If you want to trade lmk.

Manny 

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[RBW] Re: RBW Garage Sale scores

[Manuel Acosta]

Awesome time.

https://flic.kr/s/aHskFSACkF



On Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 9:41:51 PM UTC-7, franklyn wrote:
>
> I got a brown Riv sweatshirt, 3 small pink wooly warm T-shirts for my 
> wife, several hubs, Altus crankset, silver thumbies, handlebar tape, nitto 
> seatpost, and two 650b rims. There were definitely some great deals. Here 
> are some photos:
>
> 1. Bikes parked just off the garage sale area 
> 
> 2. The scene 
> 3. My bike with bag full of stuff 
> 
>
> Franklyn
>
> On Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 4:39:25 PM UTC-7, Abcyclehank wrote:
>>
>> Just curious who found any good deals?
>> I always enjoy living vicariously though this win win proposition for 
>> local Riv riders and cash equity for Grant and Co.
>>
>> Ryan "multiple time zones away" Hankinson
>> The Mitten State. 
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: 1994 MB-1 49cm

[Manuel Acosta]

Bump. 
And price lower'd if you can tell me a good good joke. 100$ off if the joke 
is good.

Manny

On Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 8:16:05 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote:
>
> Pre-garage sale purging.
>
> Would love to sell it local but am willing to ship. 
>
>
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/albums/72157671659189260
>
> $500
>
> Manny
>

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[RBW] Re: RBW -garage sale

[Manuel Acosta]

Agreed. On that note... I'm going to be bringing a huge 30 cup coffee 
percolator with coffee. 
Someone bring dairy or non-dairy option. 
Sugar would help too... 
Also provide your own cups.



On Friday, August 26, 2016 at 9:01:08 PM UTC-7, Abcyclehank wrote:
>
> A bad time to be non-local to Walnut Creek and RBW.
> Holding cash in Michigan doesn't get a bargain had.
>
> Sincerely happy for the regular locals, please share your bargain 
> treasures.
>
> Ryan Hankinson
> West Michigan
>
>

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[RBW] FS: 1994 MB-1 49cm

[Manuel Acosta]

Pre-garage sale purging.

Would love to sell it local but am willing to ship. 


https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/albums/72157671659189260

$500

Manny

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[RBW] Re: Trade: Large Sackville for Medium Sackville?

[Manuel Acosta]

Straight up. Color is olive. 


On Monday, August 1, 2016 at 4:11:27 PM UTC-7, Will Ashe wrote:
>
> Straight up trade? What color?

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[RBW] Trade: Large Sackville for Medium Sackville?

[Manuel Acosta]

Long shot maybe.

Got a good used large sackville one side zipper is broken. Might be able to 
be fixed. But doesn't hurt it not fixing it.

Bag is too big for my needs. Thinking a medium would be better.

Any takers?

I'll get up to take pictures if needed.

Manny.



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[RBW] FS: Rivendell Sackville GrabSack - Olive - $40

[Manuel Acosta]

Nearly new...
Well loved...
Pre-broken in...
Rustic feeling...
Craftily artisan beasuage...
meh.
Used Rivendell Sackville GrabSack

At some point I pull the shoulder strap out. Go figure you aren't allow use 
it as paracord for a hammock.

Bag works fine. Got repaired by Grant via speedy stitcher.. So you know the 
repair will last another 10 years. 

Comes with extra dowel for those overstuffing needs. 

$40 bucks

Pictures proved that I need help to me feed my new bag desires:
https://flic.kr/s/aHskEbGj65


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[RBW] RBW List takes over West Point Inn

[Manuel Acosta]

Someone needs to write report on this.

Such a great time, really hard to wrap my head and write something about it.

Pictures proved that Jackie is the Lady of the Mountain and if she says you 
should cook a steak... You cook that steak.
https://flic.kr/s/aHskyWDBzS


Manny 

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[RBW] Re: Rich's Horsie

[Manuel Acosta]

Great photo of Mr.Rich. 

Always good peoples.

On Monday, June 20, 2016 at 4:23:57 PM UTC-7, Evan Baird wrote:
>
>
> http://somafab.blogspot.com/2016/06/hands-on-wheels-x-rivendell-appaloosa.html
>
>
> 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Rivendell Tandem

[Manuel Acosta]

Tandem looks good.

Rides good with the proper captain and stoker.

Will and Roman can attest.

Pictures proved that tandems are not slow up dirt roads (when you have the 
proper captain and stoker)
https://flic.kr/s/aHskCvrS8H

Manny "The stoker makes no mistakes" Acosta

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[RBW] Pre-ride before Westpoint Inn Takeover?

[Manuel Acosta]

Off from school.
House is in good working order.
Plans are set for west point in ride up to tam on Friday, staying till 
sunday morningish.

Anyone down for a pre-ride in the east bay Thursday? 

Manny

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[RBW] Re: Thoughts on Cambium?

[Manuel Acosta]

I bent mine already. 

https://flic.kr/p/H7ww3z


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[RBW] FS: Omar's 1993ish MB-1 @ Manifesto Bikes

[Manuel Acosta]

Posting for good buddy Omar at Manifesto Bikes in Oakland.

1993ish Mb-1

Goodish condition. 

No dents or cracks. 

Pictures Proved that things are for sale.
https://flic.kr/s/aHskC33Bcj

Give manifesto a call, tell them their shop is cool, ask for Omar, tell 
them Manny sent you.

(510) 595-1155

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[RBW] Re: Hat quest

[Manuel Acosta]

You could take cycling hat and repurpose it for you needs. 

John Potis from SF Randonneurs had a great idea for making a bucket hat

https://flic.kr/p/uynx63

He also tried a bill on both sides. 

https://flic.kr/p/pa6KKp

Reminds me of one of the pedicabers who had a deerstalker hat wool and 
swore by it for biking folks around.

I recently got a Little League Umpire hat that works well when off the bike 
in front of children.



On Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 4:16:59 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Doubtless to the resounding disappointment of many, I've gone with this 
> hat for now, and have the cyclestalker (TM soon to be pending) in cue with 
> my wife's sewing projects.
> http://connerhats.com/yellowstone-cotton-outdoor-hiking-hat.html
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>

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[RBW] Re: First S24O of 2016, and first on my Appaloosa, tonight!

[Manuel Acosta]

Give me a call if you guys need anything I'm literally down the street on 
chabot road.

You should still have my number...



On Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 11:53:12 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> My 14 year old son is on Spring Break, and one of the things he wanted to 
> do was go on an S24O.  I'm leaving the office early, and we'll ride ~28 
> miles from home in El Cerrito to Lake Chabot Regional Park.  Tomorrow 
> morning we'll get up, break camp and ride the ~15miles down through Castro 
> Valley to my office in Union City.  I'll keep him busy in the lab during 
> the workday Friday.
>
> Me: 55cm Joe Appaloosa.  Him: 52cm Yves Gomez.  I'll be running most of 
> the cargo, with a Nitto Big Front Rack, Sackville Backabike panniers (on 
> the front) a Wald big basket, and a Sackville Saddlesack Medium (no rear 
> rack).  He'll have a Platrack and a Sackville Slickersack setup.
>
> One sub-optimal finding is that I've found that I don't have a water 
> bottle small enough to fit into an Iris cage in the third position under 
> the downtube.  The smallest bottles I have still hit the fender (P65). 
>  There's water at the campsite, so I'm not going to worry about it tonight, 
> but I do want to be able to run three bottles someday.  Maybe I can tweak 
> the fender position.  Maybe a different cage will position the bottle 
> lower.  Etc.
>
> Wish us luck!  Our in the tent passtime will be:  Cribbage!
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>

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[RBW] Re: Hat quest

[Manuel Acosta]

Pictures proved that Hats are good on turtles
https://flic.kr/p/xvJbxj

On Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 10:40:44 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote:
>
> http://www.tilley.com/us_en/men/hats/warm-weather/tmh55-mash-up.html
>
> After losing my 7 year old rei waxed cotton hat during the honey moon, I 
> too was on a quest for The One Hat.
>
> A buddy recommended Tilley's
>
> I wanted pretty much the same thing you wanted and found that the Tilley 
> Hat TMH55 MASH-UP
>
> was/is perfect for my needs. I'm wearing this hat now. My only guff is 
> that the bill is flimsy when ride and fliips up when riding.
>
> http://www.tilley.com/us_en/men/hats/warm-weather/tmh55-mash-up.html
>
> Great hat otherwise.
>
> They also come with Tilley quotes to hand to folks that are interested in 
> your hat. 
>
> Good luck with the hat quest.
>
> On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 3:00:40 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>>
>> Long story slightly shorter: I lose hats. Specifically, I remove hats on 
>> bike rides for two reasons: fast descents when the front brim and wind do 
>> not play nicely, and when I want sun and don’t need a sweat absorber on my 
>> pate. The dilemma is where to put the blasted thing so it neither falls 
>> off, nor becomes so misshapen as to be irksome to wear. So i”m on a quest 
>> to find my ideal hat
>>
>> My ideal hat would be:
>>
>> — organic cotton
>> — mesh band at the top for ventilation
>> — retention strap
>> — 2” brim, crushable yet able to retain shape. Good for sun and rain 
>> coverage.
>>
>> So far my best contender is:
>> http://connerhats.com/yellowstone-cotton-outdoor-hiking-hat.html
>>
>> Anyone got other ideas?
>>
>> With abandon,
>> Patrick
>>
>> www.OurHolyConception.org <http://www.ourholyconception.org>
>> www.MindYourHeadCoop.org <http://www.mindyourheadcoop.org>
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Hat quest

[Manuel Acosta]

http://www.tilley.com/us_en/men/hats/warm-weather/tmh55-mash-up.html

After losing my 7 year old rei waxed cotton hat during the honey moon, I 
too was on a quest for The One Hat.

A buddy recommended Tilley's

I wanted pretty much the same thing you wanted and found that the Tilley 
Hat TMH55 MASH-UP

was/is perfect for my needs. I'm wearing this hat now. My only guff is that 
the bill is flimsy when ride and fliips up when riding.

http://www.tilley.com/us_en/men/hats/warm-weather/tmh55-mash-up.html

Great hat otherwise.

They also come with Tilley quotes to hand to folks that are interested in 
your hat. 

Good luck with the hat quest.

On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 3:00:40 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Long story slightly shorter: I lose hats. Specifically, I remove hats on 
> bike rides for two reasons: fast descents when the front brim and wind do 
> not play nicely, and when I want sun and don’t need a sweat absorber on my 
> pate. The dilemma is where to put the blasted thing so it neither falls 
> off, nor becomes so misshapen as to be irksome to wear. So i”m on a quest 
> to find my ideal hat
>
> My ideal hat would be:
>
> — organic cotton
> — mesh band at the top for ventilation
> — retention strap
> — 2” brim, crushable yet able to retain shape. Good for sun and rain 
> coverage.
>
> So far my best contender is:
> http://connerhats.com/yellowstone-cotton-outdoor-hiking-hat.html
>
> Anyone got other ideas?
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> www.OurHolyConception.org 
> www.MindYourHeadCoop.org 
>
>
>

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[RBW] Classy s240 and tandem tragedy averted.

[Manuel Acosta]

House buying stuff is winding down.  And losing sleep due to all the stress.
Felt that it was good time to spent my last weekend sleeping outside.

Typical after rain muddiness and cow ruttyiness was the price we paid for 
amazing morning of no fog and beautiful sunrise.

Stopped by RivHQ and BBH because one of my buddies Chris wanted to check 
out the new Appaloosas.
We tested rode around the local hills and it was hard getting Chris off of 
his. 
He says it rides down hills well and new bar was comfortable.

The next day out a tandem trip and "tricked" the wife the bike the tandem 
down to see friends and have a picnic.
Her first time on muddy dirt fire-roads. She did not appreciate the mud but 
ice cream is always a good apology.
Our ride back felt bumpy and I thought we blew out a spoke but sure enough 
the side wall in the rear was dangerously ripped up. 
Had the wife get picked up and went to a local bike shop to replace the 
tire.

Good to be back in the saddle. 

Pictures proved that blown sidewalls are bad things 
https://flic.kr/s/aHskthRod5

Manny "Soon to be homeowner" Acosta

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[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

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On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 9:34:14 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote:
>
> I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to 
> sell. It's kind of a spring cleaning kind of thing as I collect money for 
> the up coming Legolas I'm going to order. 
>
> Nitto Bosco Bullmoose bar with Shimano MTB brake levers (canti pull 
> ratio) and Meisha's Cork Grips (shellacked) that are grooved and punched 
> for barend shifters. This setup has barely been used as I had it on my 
> wife's bike but she doesn't really ride much. I would use it but just don't 
> have a bike compatible with these bars right now. - $120.00 shipped for the 
> whole setup. 
>
> Phil Wood Bottom bracket with threaded retaining rings and tool 
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bbp.htm - installed and run for about a 
> hundred miles and then taken off for a different crankset. It has sit in a 
> drawer since then. $80 shipped.
>
> Tektro TRP RRL brake leversthese guys 
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bl6-grey.htm  - brand new in the box. 
> Bought them but never installed them. - $50.00 shipped.
>
> 650b wheelset. Phil "Rivy" hubs 36 hole laced to Velocity Dyad rims with a 
> Shimano freewheel that Riv used to sell. These are great wheels that I used 
> on my Sam Hillborne for a year but I no longer have a bike that can use the 
> size. A lot of life left in this wheelset. - $300 shipped.
>
>
>
>
> I will add to this list as I get pictures and dig stuff out of the bike 
> room. It's a mess in there and things are hidden in drawers and 
> closets...lol. I know I have a few Brooks B17s I need to sell, but just 
> need to locate them.  I will include a link to pictures of these items when 
> I get home from work too.
>
> These prices are all with shipping included. I can take personal check, 
> money order, or paypal for payment (can take credit card through paypal 
> too.) Any questions, please feel free to ask and I will get back to you 
> asap. Thanks.
>
> Ryan
>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Tires - Big Ones, BG Rock/Roads, 650b Knards

[Manuel Acosta]

Dav, 
If the Knards are still for sale I'll take them for 40$

Manny

On Sunday, February 28, 2016 at 2:37:53 PM UTC-8, David Banzer wrote:
>
> Selling tires I'll probably regret in a month, but they're not on a bike, 
> so off they go.
>
> Paypal Personal on these please, or cover fees. Shipping is NOT included. 
> As they're all folding beads, I think I can fit each pair into flat rate 
> padded envelopes.
>
> 1. Schwalbe Big Ones - $70 - Liteskin version, used about a month for 
> daily commutes, fits large Clem with SKS fenders, probably will buy these 
> again at some point, but want to try something different first
>
> 2. Bruce Gordon Rock n Roads - $60 - 700c, black sidewalls, used by 
> another lister, I never used them, one tire has more wear, rotate it to the 
> front and good to go
>
> 3. Surly Knards - $50 - 650b x 41 - used less than 10 miles, I'm back to 
> mostly 700c wheels 
>
> Would trade for Maxxis Torch (29x2.1) or 700c Schwalbe Super Motos.
> Thanks,
> David
> Chicago
>

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[RBW] Re: NAHBS Rivendell Owner's Bunch/iBOB Social Ride--Sat 2/27 5:30pm

[Manuel Acosta]

I might be free. Wrestling depends on where or not I make it.

Manny

On Sunday, February 21, 2016 at 7:49:43 PM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote:
>
> Bump.  Who's coming to NAHBS?  I'm organizing a little git together for 
> Riv/iBOB folks on Saturday evening. 
>
> On Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 9:18:11 AM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote:
>>
>> Hey Folks-
>>
>> Just bought my tickets for NAHBS, definitely getting excited about this 
>> event!  As a resident of Sacramento, I thought I'd organize a meetup for my 
>> friends on the Rivendell Owner's Bunch and Internet-BOB group, and share 
>> some of the fun stuff about living and riding in Sac.  Towards that end, 
>> how does this sound?
>>
>> Rivendell Owner's Bunch/iBOB Social Ride
>> A short ride at a social pace, at most 1 hour long
>> Meet: 5-5:30pm at Capitol Garage Restaurant & Bar 
>> , corner of 15th & K St, just next to the 
>> Convention Center. 
>> End: New Helvetia Brewing Company , 18th & 
>> Broadway (south end of Midtown, north end of Upper Land Park, easy biking 
>> distance back to Midtown, Downtown, Amtrak, etc.)
>>
>> I'll try to get to Capitol Garage around 5, so people who need respite 
>> from the show floor can join me there for a pre-ride pint, and we'll get 
>> rolling around 5:30.  We'll take an easy ride along the river, around to 
>> New Helvetia, my local watering hole, where they brew many fine ales and 
>> lagers.  Social pace, no drop, everyone welcome, etc. etc. 
>>
>> I know there's numerous other social events planned for that evening and 
>> the whole weekend, so my intention is to make a relatively casual event so 
>> people can come and go as they please.  Say hi at the meetup, come for all 
>> or none of the ride, meet us at New Helvetia, whatever.  If there's still a 
>> good group sticking around at New Helvetia, we can retire to my place which 
>> is very close to there, and my wife has offered to grill us up some grub. 
>>
>> If this sounds like fun, please RSVP so I have a rough idea of count. If 
>> we're a significant crowd, I'll warn the businesses of incoming bike nerds. 
>>  If you need to borrow a bike, PM me with your size and I'll see what I can 
>> do.  
>>
>> See you soon,
>>
>> Jeremy
>>
>

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[RBW] Wow. California gets mud.

[Manuel Acosta]

It's been a while. 
But with marriage and house looking. Bike photos becomes secondary.

Anyways. Breaking news!
When you get a week of rain, after a 5 year drought in California, the 
trails won't be dry.


Pictures proved that there was mudd and the ride was a sub10 miler:
https://flic.kr/s/aHskpTNyn1


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[RBW] Summer Skool Sessions #3 – North Bay Route

[Manuel Acosta]

The BoyzontheHoods always delivers.
Last Summer Skool session.

Good times. Hands still feel a little numb from Bolinas ridge. But still 
good times.

Pictures Proved that you have to commit to the rut.
https://flic.kr/s/aHskhDAnCi

Manny " The Strap" Acosta

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[RBW] Re: Confession! I bought a mountain bike

[Manuel Acosta]

Welcome to the Dark Side. 
And apparently it comes with front suspension


On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 5:21:26 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> A couple months back I put 5 bikes up for sale, needing to sell 2.  Turns 
> out I sold 3.  I needed to raise funds and also clear garage space for my 
> new career as Team Mechanic for El Cerrito High School Mountain Bike 
> Racing.  Go Gauchos!
>
> Anyhow, two bikes went directly to listers, and one went to a friend of 
> Manny's.  So it's tangentially list-content to share what I spent the money 
> on.  First I bought my son a used tuba and a new trombone, so he won't have 
> to shuttle instruments to and from school every day.  Then I bought a 
> mountain bike.  It is a Niner Air 9.  
>
>
> http://www.jensonusa.com/Mountain-Bikes/Niner-Air-9-Carbon-1-Star-Deore-Bike
>
> Yes, it's crabon fibre.  It's got through axles, hydraulic disks and a 
> 100mm travel fork.  I'm pretty excited to get my hands on it.  My brother 
> in law is picking it up at Jenson and I'll get it this weekend.  Now I will 
> have a contemporary hardtail race bike to keep me up to speed on the 
> newfangled componentry.  Wish me luck!
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>

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[RBW] Riv Picnic.

[Manuel Acosta]

Good day for bikes, eating and meeting folks also lug tossing/fishing.

Bad day for kites.

Pictures proved that lug fishing is the only type of fishing needed.
https://www.flickr.com/gp/mannyacosta/2AsPT8

Mashley


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Re: [RBW] Re: September 20 Marin Headlands/Pre Rivendell picnic ride

[Manuel Acosta]

If the wifey isnt doing better i might join solo. I have a route in mind 
that is fairly short and fun.

Otherwise We'll see you at the picnic 

On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:58:50 AM UTC-7, dstein wrote:
>
> Absolutely. All bike are welcome.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Sep 14, 2015, at 7:35 PM, John Grady  
> wrote:
>
> I would like to come.  I have a Sam Hillborne, my wife rides a Handsome 
> Cycles She Devil.  Are non-Rivendells welcome?
>
>
> On Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 9:08:49 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote:
>
>> Quick heads up to anyone who is not watching the Bay Area Rivendell 
>> Riders Group, there is a 9/20 Marin headlands ride starting at 9:30 from 
>> the ferry building (in front of Gott's) and ending around 1-ish at Crissy 
>> Field for the Rivendell Bicycle Picnic from 1-4 featured on the Blug. First 
>> version of the route here: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/10349080. 
>> Totally open to suggestions for anyone joining that knows the area better 
>> than I do. PM if interested in meeting up.
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[RBW] Mashley Overnight #2 New Brighton.

[Manuel Acosta]

On my first bike tour down the coast one of our last stops was at New 
Brighton. 

A magical place where the hiker/biker campsite sit above a bluff with a 
short trail down the the beach where campfires and beautiful ocean await.

I always known from that moment that place was special. Last year reality 
came true when I got to propose to my wife near that same spot I camped 
alone those so many year ago.

We return a year later but this time by bike!


One thing you need to know about my wife is that she never really grew up 
going outside. So to even get her outside on a bike let alone camping is a 
huge deal.

We did a super short trip with mid-ride ice cream stoppage.

Got to the campground early so enjoyed the beach with the family. 

Once camped share smores and we dropped the few hot dogs we had in the fire.

Love that we got to share the place together.

Pictures Proved that Tandem Camping is still pretty hard:
https://flic.kr/s/aHskgpidBP

Mashley

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[RBW] Re: SF Randonneurs 100k mixed terrain populaire, Sat. Sept. 12

[Manuel Acosta]

>
> If you cant make it.. Do DNF ride with me.
>


San Francisco Randonneurs are hosting a double popularie this Saturday. The 
Lucas Valley 100k (all road) The El Pasieto Mixto 110k ( mixed) On the high 
chance I don't wake up early enough to get to the start Join me on my 
DNF ride 55ish MILES( b/c USA rulez) Mixed terrain 930ish at the GG cafe 
<https://instagram.com/p/7eRvkBE6es/>

A photo posted by Manuel Acosta (@mannyacosta) on Sep 10, 2015 at 7:11pm 
PDT 

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[RBW] So why no Titanium Wald basket?

[Manuel Acosta]

This being the third one I've wrecked. I'm wondering if theres a better 
option.

Maybe the folks here that work with Titanium can tell me.

Why no Titanium Wald Basket? Price? Weird welds? TOO light?

Picture proved that nothing last.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/shares/79c07y

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[RBW] Re: Dessert under the eaves - Rivelo PDX - Thursday

[Manuel Acosta]

Damn. PDX Rivendell ride? 

Sounds dope. Now all you need is a cool flyer. With 

On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 6:20:16 AM UTC-7, John A. Bennett wrote:
>
> We'll be there!
>
>
>
> On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 3:07:13 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote:
>>
>> It’s a simple plan… 
>>
>> Vegan dessert cooked in a dutch oven
>>
>> Thursday (9/3) 
>>
>> Rivelo - 401 SE Caruthers, Portland, OR
>>
>> Dishing up sweetness about 6pm. 
>>
>> Feel free to come early while the thing is cooking. 
>>
>> BYO plate/bowl/spork
>>
>> BYO coffee
>>
>> BYO beer
>>
>> There’s a chance of showers but the Rivelo building has generous eaves to 
>> hide under. 
>>
>>
>> Ride is not a loop. 
>>
>> Ride ends near transit. 
>>
>> Queue sheets not provided.
>>
>> Not EBDJ certified.
>>
>> Special prize to person who eats the most burned bits on the bottom of 
>> the pan. 
>>
>> If you don't know your PBH, experts will be standing by to measure it for 
>> you. 
>>
>>
>> See you Thursday. 
>>
>> --Smitty
>>
>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Going to be in SF, looking for the Rivendell Experience

[Manuel Acosta]

Go for both.  See if u can test ride a bike from BBH or from HQ. 
Plenty of food dinner options around the area.
Good riding 15 minutes away.

I was thinking of heading over there tomorrow afternoon after work. Maybe 
if I can convince the wife.

PM if you around the area.


Manny



On Friday, August 28, 2015 at 5:25:21 PM UTC-7, Mark Wilkins wrote:

 Thanks for the replies, everyone.  I'll definitely hit BBH, and see 
 if I can't adjust my schedule to make them both. 

 On Fri, Aug 28, 2015 at 3:27 PM, dougP doug...@cox.net javascript: 
 wrote: 
  Mark 
  
  Both are worth adjusting your work needs. There is a Bart station within 
 walking. 
  
  Dougp 
  
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[RBW] Re: Mark Nobilette Frame ( small) and Fork for sale

[Manuel Acosta]

O.
Pictures?


On Saturday, August 29, 2015 at 7:42:13 AM UTC-7, Santosh Iyer wrote:

 1986 columbus SL lugged in excellent condition ( almost NOS, built once 
 barely ridden) . 49 cm st and 54 cm tt. Black with white decals. I have an 
 email from Mark himself confirming the provenance. Should make for a great 
 frame for someone less than 5'7'' 

 Expecting $ 750 plus shipping

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[RBW] Re: (Not OT) carrying a camera on a bike

[Manuel Acosta]

https://peakdesign.com/store/slide


I like carrying my camera via shoulder strap. But having the connector 
attached so that the camera points down.

So far so good. No issues yet


On Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 9:44:24 AM UTC-7, Jason Leach wrote:

 Hello all, 

 How do people safely carry a camera by bike? I have camping bike with a 
 basket and my entire camera bag fits in the front with a bungee net over 
 it, or sometimes the camera bag goes in the shop sack. Either way I put a 
 little padding under to absorb the bumps. 

 How do folks carry a camera on a more roadish bike though? The unit in 
 question is a rather stout 1960s Nikon F, with a 50mm and sometimes a 
 telephoto. I am hoping to hear some of other's personal experience and 
 adapt it to my own use. My solution could be as simple as just taking 
 photos on my smart phone when I am on my roadie ha. I am new to the 35mm 
 film photography and bicycle crossover so any tips or perspective will be 
 useful. 

 Thanks 
 Jason 
 SF,CA

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[RBW] Re: Can a Blue Sam stand up to these kinds of dirt trails?

[Manuel Acosta]

Agreed.

You'll be fine as long as you know you're limits and take in slow if you 
need to

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[RBW] Re: Weekend s24o report - Waist deep swamp! Poison Ivy! Bloody and Bruised!

[Manuel Acosta]

Sounds good!



On Monday, August 10, 2015 at 9:04:54 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote:

 So this weekend I had an opportunity to head out on a quick s24o with my 
 two friends Graham and Jason. We decided we'd head out on Saturday toward a 
 lovely Provincial Park about 40km outside of the city.

 We met at Graham's house at 7:30pm. On my way there, I took my usual route 
 along a bit of single track along the banks of the Red River. En route, I 
 passed four 'bros' snorting cocaine off a frisbee together. I have to say, 
 that was a 'first'. 

 I arrived while Graham was finishing packing up. He had just hooked up a 
 'suicide shifter' for his front derailleur, located on the seat tube. He 
 was pretty excited about it. 


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2iOGpyPnJ9k/VcjFSvPCknI/Ly4/zL1h_grfO4E/s1600/_DSC4501.jpg


 Jason showed up shortly after and we hit the road. On the way we found a 
 series of pallets setup for an excavator. It made for a pretty fun 
 diversion. 


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-da2PhrR0drg/VcjFon1VO8I/LzA/evn7RQiqEwc/s1600/_DSC4504.jpg


 We zigzagged around a number of new-to-me river trails until we were out 
 of the city. As we made our way across the prairies we were treated to a 
 beautiful sunset. 



 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EoHzGe5Bhps/VcjGBwuf4-I/LzI/kwq4Yy0mizM/s1600/_DSC4510.jpg


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-m4VWnXYqhDs/VcjGOXcat1I/LzQ/SB2EKIuDPxo/s1600/_DSC4515.jpg


 As the sun set, the bugs came out. And they came like a plague. There were 
 so man mosquitoes that the idea of camping seemed ludicrous. So after 
 consulting a map, we decided we'd make for a small wooden warming shack in 
 the far corner of the park that is typically used as a warming station of 
 snowmobiles and skiers. I'd been to cabins like this before and they're 
 usually pretty nice - wood stove, stack of fire wood, sometimes even an 
 outhouse. It sounded like a great plan. So we hit the park trails in the 
 dark and went hunting for the cabin.


 It started well. The trail had knee-high grass as it wasn't used in summer 
 (was a dedicated snowmobile trail), but the ground was quite smooth. We 
 descended for about 20 minutes, which made me nervous. It's a boggy part of 
 the country, and going down means getting wet. Sure enough, the trail got a 
 bit mushy. Then really mushy. My headlight suddenly hit something that 
 reflected the light back up into the trees. Crap - the trail disappeared 
 into a bog! We couldn't see how far it went, and any time spent standing 
 around would result in hoards of mosquitoes attacking us, so we said screw 
 it and pedalled full speed into the water. Thankfully it ended 20 feet 
 later around the corner and the ground was hard enough to ride. We hit a 
 few of these water sections, some of which were too deep to ride and 
 required carrying our bikes across to avoid water getting into our 
 bearings. Half an hour later and a good bit of fumbling around in the 
 woods, we found the cabin. We celebrated our victory, hung our shoes up to 
 dry and passed around a few beers. Tomorrow we'd try to finish the trail 
 and ride home.



 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vFjfcRcx4QE/VcjH4yEaRCI/Lzc/Orly3gOy17o/s1600/_DSC4520.jpg


 We woke up to a warm sunny morning and the sounds of squirrels running 
 around the roof of the cabin. Jason had got up at 5am to ride to work for 7 
 (bummer!) and had taken a trail directly to the highway outside the park. 
 So it was just Graham and I left to finish the trail.



 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YfSnmOS3RAo/VcjIf4U6kHI/Lzk/egfQqirsqQ4/s1600/_DSC4526.jpg


 We hit the trail and were immediately into the marsh again. 


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DU8M1ppVNCc/VcjI90QoJqI/Lzs/II9zPlom67k/s1600/_DSC4531.jpg



 We can do this, I thought. It's just wet boots. However, soon enough we 
 hit *The Bog*. This was a whole new obstacle - the trail ended and there 
 was about 75 yards of water and reeds. Keep in mind, this trail is meant 
 for winter, so it was built with no regard to water crossings. There is 
 nothing that bugs me as much as being forced to turn back, so thinking to 
 myself What Would Manny Do, I took a few exploratory steps into *The 
 Bog. *



 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dCKCqgHdkHI/VcjJpQbhLHI/Lz0/weZnwcJJn6E/s1600/IMG_2685.JPG.jpeg


 The ground was mushy and it was deep. Soon I had to shoulder my bike to 
 keep it out of the water, but I pushed on. 


 About half way, I suddenly my left foot sank up to my knee in mud, and 
 continued to slowly sink. This was NOT good. My Atlantis was heavy and 
 pushing me down, and I had my iPhone and dSLR in my basket. I struggled to 
 find some thick reads to use as a better footing with my right foot. I 
 tried to pull my left foot out but it was not happening. It was like the 
 ground was sucking me down. Graham had waited near the bog entrance to see 
 how things 

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Summit of the Patricks

[Manuel Acosta]

Looks good I like The Patricks Riding.  


On Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 1:24:42 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:

 We navigated the logistics and met at Rampart Reservoir while Patrick of 
 the Moore was here in the highlands. After mastering the astrophysics of 
 disk brakes and the sun spot  expansion of brake pad effect on his front 
 brake, we got underway and had an amazing ride.

 What a pleasure to meet and get to ride and share toil and sweat views and 
 flowers and amazing trail and road, including “you’re joking, right?” roads 
 with the added feature of providing toe floss for the shoeless. Grin.

 Thank you for a fantastic ride, Patrick! Fantastic gift.

 We Photoshopped, er, used a tripod, and obtained proof that we can be seen 
 together. Check out the evidence but please, don’t zoom in too closely at 
 the fuzzy pixels or incongruent lighting. 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157656815085416 

 With abandon,
 Patrick

 *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org*
 *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org*



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[RBW] Re: Finally done it.

[Manuel Acosta]

Love stories like this. Clem is a solid bike. You'll dig it

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[RBW] Re: You might be a Riv owner if you...

[Manuel Acosta]

... getting funny looks from roadies for climbing in sandals...
... getting funny looks from DownHill Mountain bikers as you ride down 
technical single track with a basket full of school supplies...
... getting no looks as you stop by the grocery store to pick up food for 
the week

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[RBW] Re: Shameless Self Promotion from Bruce Gordon Cycles

[Manuel Acosta]

Put my order in. After crashing for the third time I need new tires that 
have some type of grip.



On Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at 9:54:24 AM UTC-7, bgcycles wrote:

 Since many Rivendell riders are running 650b tires - I thought I would 
 announce the Sale on your Newsgroup

 I'm having a SALE on the 27.5 (or as I call them 650b x 43c) Rock 'n Road 
 tires. They will be on sale until Sunday July 28th. I'm putting them on 
 sale to introduce this size to all the people who are riding newer 27.5 
 mountain bikes or anyone who is riding a bike that will accept 650b x 43 
 tires. Please take measurements to see if they will fit - 
 http://brucegordoncycles.bigcartel.com/…/rock-n-road-all-te… 
 http://brucegordoncycles.bigcartel.com/product/rock-n-road-all-terrain-650b-x-43-tire-free-shipping

 I have both Skinwall or Blackwall - and they are Tubeless Compatible.
 Until Sunday the 28th they will be $50 each including shipping

 Regards,
 Bruce Gordon
 www.bgcycles.com
 www.brucegordoncycles.blogspot.com
 (707) 762-5601
  


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[RBW] Stolen Fuji Touring bike in San Diego.

[Manuel Acosta]

For those San Diego folks.. 3ish hours old.

Sad news about good buddy Nick Sigmon. Who was on his first bike tour on 
his one month year old Fuji Touring bike.

Friends, I have some sad news to share: yesterday in Long Beach, my bike 
(Rosa) and much of my gear were stolen, so I will be completing my trip to 
SD via Greyhound. Fortunately I had my wallet, keys, phone, ipad, Garmin, 
and (thank goodness) my journal with me when it happened. I still had such 
a wonderful trip these past few days, so much more fun than I even 
anticipated, I would not trade it for anything. There were always some 
serious risks with a trip like this and I am very thankful to be alive and 
well. Plus I was fortunate to be in Long Beach with my cousin Kyle 
https://www.facebook.com/savyjap, who has been taking care of me (food, 
shelter, and clothing, since all I had was the cycling kit I was wearing). 
The stuff can all be replaced, though the sentimental value is what really 
hurts. I definitely do not intend to let this taint my incredible 
experience. I absolutely intend to get another touring bike and do this 
trip again, and other touring trips, perhaps every summer; it has probably 
been the most enjoyable experience of my life, and that is saying 
something!

More info about the information.
 Some details about the theft: I was at a Von's for awhile writing in my 
journal while my cousin was cutting hair. I locked my bike right out front, 
in broad daylight, under a sign that said the area was under video 
surveillance. When I came out it was gone. The video saw a guy come up on a 
bike, chop my lock, ride off on my bike, then come back for his (which 
makes it sound more like a drug addict than a professional bike thief). The 
cops do sound surprisingly hopeful that it may show up eventually, either 
at a pawn shop or under someone who does not look like they should have 
such a nice bike. I lost the headlamp that my father had given me; the 
solar panel and energy bank that my brother had given me; Tamra 
https://www.facebook.com/tamra.ruxin?hc_location=ufi's copy of the book 
Thrive, which I was borrowing; the tarp that had sheltered me for 3 epic 
nights; a sweatshirt that I had won in a race; a $50 giftcard to movin' 
shoes that I had won from a race; four pairs of cycling shorts and a jersey 
that I had been given from sponsors; my tomtom one that I had gotten many 
years ago after staying out all night with my cousin and brother at Black 
Friday, which had been my only companion on too many trips to count; and of 
course my 1-month old bike, Rosa, whom I had grown to love dearly. I 
usually try not to get attached to material possessions, but I struggle at 
that when it comes to bicycles. Maybe that is the lesson here: perhaps I 
should not name my bikes and talk to them so much. I really like that bike 
model (Fuji Touring) and would want to get the same one, but I could never 
ride that bike again without thinking of Rosa (and feeling like I let her 
down by not keeping her safe). But again, I am just so grateful to be alive 
and well, and I feel so incredibly fortunate to have had such a wonderful 
trip! So many people showed me incredible kindness, including strangers; 
overall my faith in the goodness of mankind in general still increased from 
this trip. I will not let the actions of one poor, messed up guy upset me. 
I honestly feel bad for anyone who would steal (especially a loaded touring 
bike with a Micky Mouse stuffed animal sitting on the back -- a road token 
I had found just before I stopped the first night, which made for an 
excellent pillow). I wish them no ill-will; I do wish them all the best, 
that they might be able to find happiness in life. I sincerely hope that 
stealing my bike can somehow help them to do so.


For those folks around the area please keep an eye out. 

Here's a picture of his bike unloaded:
https://flic.kr/p/wvmX2b


Here's a picture of his bike loaded:
https://flic.kr/p/wvnCmy

Contact me if you get any info.


Manny

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[RBW] Re: tandem captain advice?

[Manuel Acosta]

Having only had the Mashley Tandem for so long I know just as much I can 
read.

This was a great read.

From Bill McCready of Santana Tandems.

http://www.precisiontandems.com/artpropermethod.htm



On Monday, July 20, 2015 at 5:10:21 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote:

 This might be somewhat OT, but I thought I would ask the few of you who 
 are tandem captains what advice you would give to a new captain. It has 
 been a while...

 A charity ride is coming up this Saturday, and it's at night, and since 
 I'm night-blind, a friend of mine has offered to captain the tandem. I 
 fixed one up, and we rode around a few times. 
 Here's what I know:

 On starting:
 -captain gets on first, feet on ground
 -stoker gets on, puts feet on pedal
 -captain starts

 On stopping: 
 -captain puts feet down first?
 -stoker puts feet down, and gets off
 -captain gets off

 On turning:
 both lean, right?

 Part of the problem is that my friend is shorter than I am by 2-4 inches, 
 which may influence her handling. We have no problem riding around, just 
 not so great on starting and stopping. 

 Thanks in advance for any advice!
 -E.


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[RBW] Re: PBP Training Weekend

[Manuel Acosta]

Good luck with PBP Eric!

Looking forward to seeing pictures of randofriends sleeping. in ditches

On Monday, July 20, 2015 at 10:07:51 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote:

 Not on a Riv, but I did choose a classic lugged steel Singer for a weekend 
 of riding in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, and Marin counties. 300 miles in two 
 days, and photos prove my camera was there:

 https://flic.kr/s/aHskgCrLS8 

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[RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

[Manuel Acosta]

Thats how those rumors start and reputations are made.

Soon folks will start calling them Eunice Rides where they will say you 
don't just get dropped you get abandoned. Saying you'll break cameras on 
rides all the time. Saying that the lady Eunce is crazy!

These rides actually sound like a lot of fun! 

Keep the ride reports coming. Truly inspiring!

On Friday, July 10, 2015 at 7:15:20 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote:

 I've been meaning to write this since last year.

 Most of you know Seth Vidal, who frequented RBW list and who was killed in 
 a hit and run two years ago. One of the things he liked was the ride 
 reports. He'd share them with me and we'd plan rides. 

 I joined the list a few months after he died, mostly just to update the 
 group, but I've also read some of your ride reports, and they were very, 
 very helpful on getting me back on the bike and rediscovering a new, but 
 different, kind of joy that only bicycles can provide. I thought I'd 
 contribute as well. It's also my small way of saying thanks for your 
 support, intentional or not. 

 I've organized rides of remembrance on the day he died, and I rode his 
 Hilsen in both cases. This year, a friend of mine borrowed my QB for the 
 memorial ride so two Rivs were well represented. :)

 The ride was roughly 2 miles- it was just a slow roll through the 
 neighborhood to the area where Seth was killed, to where the ghost bike 
 was,  have a moment of silence, and then through a very short trail along 
 Ellerbee Creek and back to the starting point. We went to a pub later. The 
 most amazing thing was that when we all lined up in front of the ghost 
 bike, traffic actually slowed down (it almost never does- it's a 35 mph but 
 since it leads to highways on both ends, most folks go 45-50).

 I led the ride, but I am a terrible ride leader. Last year, I rode really 
 fast ahead of the pack and it became a joke (after years of riding the 
 tandem and having Seth tell me to pedal harder, it's kind of hard to break 
 the habit). This year a friend took me for an impromptu 14 mile ride the 
 day before and another friend made sure I had a few beers in before the 
 ride. I apparently still went too fast, and someone kind of had to chase me 
 down to make sure I waited for the group. And honestly, I tried to slow 
 down. It's not my fault Rivs are extremely efficient machines. 

 And I would have taken photos, except I managed to destroy my camera with 
 the water from the bouquet of sunflowers (Seth's favorite) that I left at 
 the ghost bike. So I've collected others' into this album:

 https://www.flickr.com/photos/ejchang/sets/72157655728650855

 Keep riding and writing. You never know who you might reach. 

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[RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

[Manuel Acosta]

Thats how those rumors start and reputations are made.

Soon folks will start calling them Eunice Rides where they will say you 
don't just get dropped you get abandoned. Saying you'll break cameras on 
rides all the time. Saying that the lady Eunice s

These rides actually sound like a lot of fun! 

Keep the ride reports coming. Truly inspiring!


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[RBW] Meanwhile in Toranto...

[Manuel Acosta]

http://www.buzzfeed.com/craigsilverman/people-in-toronto-created-a-memorial-to-a-dead-raccoon-after?bffbtrendingutm_term=4ldqphx#.wmOnKXK9w


You ask about Riv content...

Fellow list member's tweet is featured here...

Also it's hilarious .


Manny

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[RBW] Not all that glitters is gold...

[Manuel Acosta]

And so the beautiful summer of San Francisco is upon us...
Meaning foggy, cold and wet. PERect time to go on an overnight in the 
headlands.

Good buddies Tony and Bridgette make their way up from the Peninsula to do 
a quick easy overnight with thoughts of epic shred session afterwords. With 
pedicab rival Aaron joining in for the adventure.

Burritos are a go. Gear is dialed. Everyone is fresh.

We roll through the quite streets of Fisherman's Wharf  to be greeted by 
Karl the Fog as we cross the bridge into our adventures. 

First single track down... disaster strikes. 
Tony with the strength of his umm legs. Bends his saddle rails and pops 
his saddle bolt off. Luckily he finds it in the dark and takes the time to 
screw the bolt on.

He hops back on and the bolt's last threads give and the tiny but ever 
important bolt pings into oblivion darkness never to be found again.
Stuck now we sit around in the dark trying to figure out ways of making 
this work. Good thing Tony brought some extra paracord.   

A couple of knots later and the saddle is ridable. Kinda. With minor 
adjusting every 2 miles. We crawl our way to camp. 
Just to find it drenched. With the fog make it rain feel like rain light 
conditions.

With Aaron in his tent, Tony and Bridgette wrapped in a burrito tarp. There 
was talks about a knife fight for Aaron's tent that never come into 
fruition. 

We wake up wet but take the our time. Sleeping in until the sun came out.

And for one rare morning in San Francisco it actually did.  We sat and 
chilled waiting for our stuff to dry. 

We figured with Tony's saddle and with Bridgette nursing a previous back 
injury we would cancel the day long shred fest for another time. Aaron goes 
on ahead while we cruise and take our time come back home.

It was the great quotes of Mike Williams that really changed my perspective 
on how adventures SHOULD go. And I'm never too sad about missing any 
opportunity to go riding hard. 
While having epic adventures is great. Just spending some time with good 
friends and being able to leave with some stories to tell are just as good.

Always remember good friends, The trails will always be there. For next 
time.  


Pictures proved that for this overnight Karl the Fog wins:
https://flic.kr/s/aHskfBSejJ


Manny  Thanks Obi-One-Mike for showing me the Way Acosta



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[RBW] Re: Question about Imperial saddles

[Manuel Acosta]

 https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/16949009642/in/photolist-rPJ75b


Its not as much as one without the cutout. 

But its not noticable.

I so far like the cambium carved is pretty good substitute

 

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[RBW] Re: Community

[Manuel Acosta]

Agreed. 

Pretty solid community. Not everywhere you can a bunch of weirdos on bikes. 

On Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at 4:37:51 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:

 Amen! Clearly I post too much. I'm stepping off watch soon and the Patrick 
 of the Moore will be taking over for your hourly posting needs.

 With abandon,
 Patrick

 On Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at 3:27:50 PM UTC-6, Liesl wrote:

 Hi friends, Just a note to again say how much this group means to me.  I 
 think of the care and concern with which regard each other, the 
 helpfulness, the kind tone, the generosity given online and off—it is 
 really something special.  Parts broken or lost?  Someone might send you 
 one.  Bike stolen?  Alerts go out.  Recovering from surgery?  Empathy, 
 advice, and well wishes offered.  Flumoxed by a technical problem?  Many 
 solutions expounded upon (some even might work!)  Need advice about a 
 route?  Someone's ridden it.  Recovered your stolen bike? Cheers erupt. A 
 member of our own passes?  Hearts break.  Someone forgets and snarks a tiny 
 bit?  We all forgive and admit it's just the dregs of winter.  Wondering if 
 anyone's posted in the past hour?  One of the Patricks to the rescue! Buy a 
 bag from a lister?  They might just give it to you as a kindness for a long 
 forgotten post.

 Truly, this community is special and I treasure these relationships.

 with love, Riv Chica Warrior



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[RBW] Re: FS: 650B wheelset -- Deore LX to Velocity Synergy

[Manuel Acosta]

Great looking wheelset! 
For those looking for a deal this is it. 



On Monday, June 29, 2015 at 8:21:56 AM UTC-7, Carlin Eng wrote:

 Hi all,

 I have a 650B wheelset up for sale. The front is a Deore LX hub laced to a 
 32 spoke Velocity Synergy rim. The rear is a Deore LX hub (8/9/10 speed 
 compatible, 135mm spacing) laced to a 36 spoke velocity Synergy OC rim. I 
 believe both rims were made by Rich Lesnik of Rivendell/Hands on Wheels, 
 but only the front has the HoW sticker, so I could be mistaken about the 
 rear. Both wheels spin true, and have very little wear on the brake track. 
 The front rim looks almost new, the rear in very good shape, with one minor 
 ding that I tried to show in the pictures. The wheelset will come with a 
 used set of 650Bx40 Schwalbe Marathons, which have lots of tread left. 
 Pictures here: http://imgur.com/a/VKIWL

 Asking $270 shipped to the US (international pays shipping).

 Cheers,

 Carlin


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[RBW] Re: BoyzontheHoods Summer Skool Sessions #2 – Peninsula MTBrevet

[Manuel Acosta]

Fiber Spoke worked like a charm. Second time he used the same fiber spoke.

Irving P does a great write up about the whole ride

http://www.boyzonthehoods.com/?p=2704

On Monday, June 29, 2015 at 3:57:29 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote:

 I like that pic as the header. All those different poses make a pic much 
 more interesting than everyone standing uniform for a smile.

 Dog on the bike was cool, but that I am scared that the dog will 
 be history first time Dad falls off the bike. Scary!

 Did the fiber fix spoke work well? 


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[RBW] Re: Recommend R559 pads please

[Manuel Acosta]

Kool stops are the only stop. 

http://www.blackmtncycles.com/2013/03/get-most-out-of-your-canit-brake.html

On Saturday, June 27, 2015 at 9:44:27 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote:

 The standard black ones are bad in the wet. 
 I found the red Yokozunas better, but not tons better. After sitting 
 unridden for two weeks, they are now operating less effectively in the dry. 
 Maybe they need a filing. Maybe the rims got dusty? 

 I guess Koolstops are the next stop?

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[RBW] BoyzontheHoods Summer Skool Sessions #2 – Peninsula MTBrevet

[Manuel Acosta]

Big group. 20+? All good variety of bikes

These guys always plan the best route. 

Pretty much single track for 50% of the ride. Or at least it felt that way

3 flats 
1 mechanic- - Broken Freewheel? How do you do that?
1 injured - Elbow scrappage. 

Jenny writes better.
http://www.plattyjo.com/boyz-on-the-hoods-summer-skool-sessions-2-peninsula-mtbrevet/

Pictures proved that we all got rad.
https://flic.kr/s/aHsketL6c2


Manny Did you see me hit that berm? Acosta

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Re: [RBW] BoyzontheHoods Summer Skool Sessions #2 – Peninsula MTBrevet

[Manuel Acosta]

Second time riding it. Rode it a week after it opened the whole time I was 
smiling. Great both ways. I prefer the downhill, and it looks super groomed 
since I last rode it looking forward to riding it down soon.

I'll let you know the next time I'm around your area.

Manny


On Sunday, June 28, 2015 at 9:26:44 AM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote:

 Cool, you guys came down to my neck of the woods. Hmm, what does it 
 mean that I know *exactly* where almost every one of those shots was 
 taken? 

 How did you like the new John Nicholas trail? (That was the one after 
 steep uphill Sanborn and the even steeper uphill fire road.) I love 
 that trail. 

 On Sun, Jun 28, 2015 at 8:10 AM, Manuel Acosta 
 manueljo...@hotmail.com javascript: wrote: 
  Big group. 20+? All good variety of bikes 
  
  These guys always plan the best route. 
  
  Pretty much single track for 50% of the ride. Or at least it felt that 
 way 
  
  3 flats 
  1 mechanic- - Broken Freewheel? How do you do that? 
  1 injured - Elbow scrappage. 
  
  Jenny writes better. 
  
 http://www.plattyjo.com/boyz-on-the-hoods-summer-skool-sessions-2-peninsula-mtbrevet/
  
  
  Pictures proved that we all got rad. 
  https://flic.kr/s/aHsketL6c2 
  
  
  Manny Did you see me hit that berm? Acosta 
  
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[RBW] Re: Anne on the Great Divide

[Manuel Acosta]

If Anne can descend with plastic basket without losing all of her stuff. 
She'll be fine on the Great Divide.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/9461727881/

On Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 5:25:12 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote:

 My hero!!! Safe travels, Anne.   
 BB

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[RBW] Re: WTB: MB-1 Parts

[Manuel Acosta]

Thanks folks for the reply.

Respective sellers are being contacted.



On Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 10:04:03 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote:

 Yesterdays ride has cemented the fact that I really need to build up this 
 bike right. 

 https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/shares/fo154W

 Looking for the following items. Some I may need to help me survive the 
 next ride, others I need just so that the bike would look cool.

 1 threaded headset (something good that wouldn't rattle free)

 Triple Crankset (something that isn't a one piece weld of three chainrings 
 together)

 two bolt Seat-post 27.2 with some sort of setback  ( need to put the 
 Hi-Rite on something)

 Bullmoose bars  (Why not?)

 Let me know if you have any of these things would greatly appreciate it.

 Manny





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[RBW] Re: Stolen Rambouillet UPDATE!

[Manuel Acosta]

Solid. 

On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 2:54:48 PM UTC-7, Mark Wilkins wrote:

 Just spotted my blue ram, stolen in December, locked to a rack in downtown 
 Harrisburg, PA. Waiting for police (1hr so far) 

 Can't believe it! 

 Sent from my iPhone

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[RBW] Summer Solstice Swift Campout, East Bay Edition

[Manuel Acosta]

Got picked to be a Navigator for Swifts Summer Solstice Campout. Good thing 
out good buddies Sean and Jenny of Rivendell Bicycle works got picked to be 
Navigators also. Why someone would pick me as a Navigator I have no idea. 

Specially since good buddy Emily hosted her own Not a Manny Ride
to get the campgrounds.

Good buddy Jenny Oh and her husband TBO join in our the ride I hosted there 
she does great write up and also had great photos here:
http://www.plattyjo.com/swift-industries-summer-solstice-campout/

The next morning we woke up to a 6 am Father and Son golf tournament.

It was in the morning time that I found out that I have horrible friends. 

Their campout prank was to flip my bars and bottle cages upside-down.

The rest of the ride I just decided to not flip them. Not until the end of 
the ride did I found out they put rocks in my handlebar bag... again...

Thanks to Swift Industires to making this worldwide campout happen

Pictures prove it's great to have good friends to prank you, good places 
sleep outside and pizza cooked over a fire:
https://flic.kr/s/aHskbb4cSi


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[RBW] WTB: MB-1 Parts

[Manuel Acosta]

Yesterdays ride has cemented the fact that I really need to build up this 
bike right. 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/shares/fo154W

Looking for the following items. Some I may need to help me survive the 
next ride, others I need just so that the bike would look cool.

1 threaded headset (something good that wouldn't rattle free)

Triple Crankset (something that isn't a one piece weld of three chainrings 
together)

two bolt Seat-post 27.2 with some sort of setback  ( need to put the 
Hi-Rite on something)

Bullmoose bars  (Why not?)

Let me know if you have any of these things would greatly appreciate it.

Manny



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[RBW] Re: WTB: MB-1 Parts

[Manuel Acosta]

Also new 26 non-disk wheelset.

On Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 10:04:03 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote:

 Yesterdays ride has cemented the fact that I really need to build up this 
 bike right. 

 https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/shares/fo154W

 Looking for the following items. Some I may need to help me survive the 
 next ride, others I need just so that the bike would look cool.

 1 threaded headset (something good that wouldn't rattle free)

 Triple Crankset (something that isn't a one piece weld of three chainrings 
 together)

 two bolt Seat-post 27.2 with some sort of setback  ( need to put the 
 Hi-Rite on something)

 Bullmoose bars  (Why not?)

 Let me know if you have any of these things would greatly appreciate it.

 Manny





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[RBW] This is why no one likes riding with me.

[Manuel Acosta]

Hot. Steep. Loose. Sunburnt. Tired.

Ladyfriend says not to kill my friends as they are the only ones willing to 
ride with you.

Pictures proved that when the sun is out guns are out:
https://flic.kr/s/aHskckbxgC


Manny I melt brains Acosta

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[RBW] Re: Visting Portland

[Manuel Acosta]

Don't go. Portland is horrible. People there are horrible. Food Horrible. 
Bike shops/beer bars/vintage mtbing museums are horrible. 

Don't go. Horrible. 



On Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 9:14:47 AM UTC-7, Kurt Manley wrote:

 My girlfriend and I are taking a road trip up to Portland in a couple 
 weeks and bringing our bikes. We plan on riding around fairly leisurely and 
 enjoying a great town. I've been before but never had the pleasure of 
 having my Riv (or any bike for that matter) with me. 

 Any tips? Good routes, sights, beer stops? We will def stop by Rivelo and 
 Velo Cult. 

 Thanks!


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[RBW] Mashley S240: Half Moon Bay

[Manuel Acosta]

The lady-friend writes.
We met some locals, listened to a home-made banjo around the campfire, made 
s'mores and slept by the beach. Also props for figuring out how to fit all 
my extra luggage on our bike!

Pictures proved that tandem camping is the best type of camping.
https://www.flickr.com/gp/mannyacosta/7m2L0A


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[RBW] Re: Rivelo is opening!

[Manuel Acosta]

Store looks amazing!



On Monday, May 25, 2015 at 6:09:39 PM UTC-7, Beth H wrote:

 I came, I saw, I enjoyed: 

 http://bikelovejones1.blogspot.com/2015/05/theres-new-kid-in-town-rivelo.html
 Slow opening for now, official opening June 20.
 Fun, cute, lovely. Go and see.
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[RBW] Re: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.

[Manuel Acosta]

Hammock is the way to go. 

Twine/paracord hammock if you want to live dangerously.
https://flic.kr/p/afaezt

I had a eno that ripped on me.


I like Roo from Kammock. Really well made hammock and well thought out.

A huge double nest hammock with gear loops along the edge so that you can 
jury-rig it as a ghetto shelter. The carabiner set-up is spot on and easy. 
Kammocks Trap also doubles a water retention and has tent poles in it.




On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 6:15:11 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote:

 I'm going nuts waiting for Colorado to dry out, and it's still raining. 
 Daydreaming of long hot dusty rides for some overnight camping has been 
 relief.

 My old Kelty Zen 2 person tent has been fine, although it's klunky, 
 showing it's age, and I know replacing it is on the horizon. Until last 
 year, I assumed it would be with an updated tent, but I am very intrigued 
 now with the idea of a hammock. Specifically some of the claims regarding 
 comfort. I'm not a particularly good sleeper anyway, so camping is 
 generally a night of tossing and turning in my bag. I'm curious if this is 
 familiar to anyone here? If so, has a hammock made any difference?

 My current set up is either a thermarest inflatable or Z foam pad, with a 
 down mummy style bag. Would my pads still work in a hammock for insulation, 
 or do you have to use some sort of hanging insulator? 

 So far the ENO seems to be a front runner just on popularity. But then 
 theres tarps, netting, straps, etc that appear to get added on often too. 
 Aside from some random netted hammocks, I have little experience with them, 
 and certainly no overnight use. I've considered trying to find one used and 
 try it bare bones just to see if I could even nap in it. Or maybe take it 
 along while camping with my wife and daughter?


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[RBW] Family Time is shred time.

[Manuel Acosta]

Been a while since the family went out on a bike ride together...

We went to our local route and took our local trails. Glad to say that my 
family enjoys the same exact riding style. 

By the end of the ride my dad is doing hill repeats and trying to make 
jumps off a rock.

Pictures proved that my other brothers are the better photographers:
https://www.flickr.com/gp/mannyacosta/Xx97C0

Manny  Jump the rocks! Acosta

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[RBW] Re: FS: Ruthworks canvas front bag, panniers and seatbag

[Manuel Acosta]

I recall my dibs. Ladyfriend really like her baskets. 


On Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 8:17:38 AM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote:

 Custom Ruthworks dark green canvas with honey leather full touring set. 
 Front  bag is 10 tall and 8 1/2 deep. I did mount and remove  a Berthoud 
 decaleur.  
 Panniers are 15 tall and 8 wide.  I had Ely use Lone Peak top hooks as 
 they have a simple locking lever. The hooks are 6 apart.  Elastic bungee 
 at bottom.
 Rear seat wedge is about 8 long.

 Ely's picture is here
  https://www.flickr.com/photos/ruthworkssf/15103687527/in/faves-37347002@N05/ 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/ruthworkssf/15103687527/in/faves-37347002@N05/

 I set up the front bag on my  bike and used it for 2 short rides. The 
 panniers did an around the block test run so this set is basically brand 
 new.

 https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/15116575824/in/set-72157634847568447

 I am switching to bikepacking style frame bags for the most part.  It 
 makes no sense to keep these beautiful bags stored in my closet. The 
 construction and materials are top notch.

 Brand new this set runs over $800 and a six month plus lead-time.

 I'd like $450 for the whole set including shipping the Con US

 Let me know off-line if anyone is interested.

 ~mike
 Carlsbad Ca



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[RBW] Re: Just in time for the new Mad Max movie ...

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a href=https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/15784234388; title=TomB 
with his feet up by Manuel Acosta, on Flickrimg 
src=https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7489/15784234388_0aca5f4070_k.jpg; 
width=2048 height=1536 alt=TomB with his feet up/a

On Friday, May 15, 2015 at 4:22:15 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:

 Newly be-fendered, and in a rush, thanks to recent rainy weather. Must fix 
 that front fender line.

 Riv content: the fenders make the Fargo even more Rivendellian-ish-istic.

 Question: has anyone found a way to arrange a front fender so that, when 
 you splash through a 6 deep puddle at 17 mph, the spray doesn't soak your 
 shoes? Flaps don't seem to help me with such situations, even much longer 
 and wider ones than that shown.

 Patrick the Ayatollah of Rock 'n' Rolla! Moore

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 *Kinei hos eromenon. It moves as the being-loved. *Aristotle

 *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante  
  

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[RBW] Re: Just in time for the new Mad Max movie ...

[Manuel Acosta]

[url=https://flic.kr/p/q3NjYd][img]https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7489/15784234388_0aca5f4070_k.jpg[/img][/url][url=https://flic.kr/p/q3NjYd]TomB
 
with his feet up[/url] by 
[url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/]Manuel Acosta[/url], on 
Flickr

On Friday, May 15, 2015 at 4:22:15 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:

 Newly be-fendered, and in a rush, thanks to recent rainy weather. Must fix 
 that front fender line.

 Riv content: the fenders make the Fargo even more Rivendellian-ish-istic.

 Question: has anyone found a way to arrange a front fender so that, when 
 you splash through a 6 deep puddle at 17 mph, the spray doesn't soak your 
 shoes? Flaps don't seem to help me with such situations, even much longer 
 and wider ones than that shown.

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 *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante  
  

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[RBW] Re: Just in time for the new Mad Max movie ...

[Manuel Acosta]

WEE https://flic.kr/p/q3NjYd


On Friday, May 15, 2015 at 4:22:15 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:

 Newly be-fendered, and in a rush, thanks to recent rainy weather. Must fix 
 that front fender line.

 Riv content: the fenders make the Fargo even more Rivendellian-ish-istic.

 Question: has anyone found a way to arrange a front fender so that, when 
 you splash through a 6 deep puddle at 17 mph, the spray doesn't soak your 
 shoes? Flaps don't seem to help me with such situations, even much longer 
 and wider ones than that shown.

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 *Kinei hos eromenon. It moves as the being-loved. *Aristotle

 *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante  
  

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[RBW] The start of some solid tandem adventures.

[Manuel Acosta]

Testing riding the tandem with some good friends.

Handles well on dirt, sand and road. Could be because of the amazing 
captain or the good looking stoker...

If only Riv sold a tandem... Oh wait they are!

Pictures prove that the one lug could rule them all:
https://flic.kr/s/aHskbJgwxB

Mashley

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[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for a multi-tool?

[Manuel Acosta]

http://www.lezyne.com/product-mtools-stainlesstools.php#.VVYyRdpViko

Because you always need a knife.

On Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 12:11:04 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote:

 Specifically looking for something with wrenches on it for tightening 
 fender stay nuts, etc.


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[RBW] Mashley Tandem.

[Manuel Acosta]

Scored a sweet deal on a Santana Tandem that our size.

Ended up testing the tandem with Amit. So you know it bomb proof if a 7 ft 
monster and I can mash through the streets of Sacramento.

Some Bosco bars and brooks saddles and the bike positioning and handling is 
perfect. 

The intention was to give the tandem for her birthday...

When she first saw it she sighed and said (with good fun), We have to ride 
together now? Ah man...

This is the lady I get to marry.


Pictures proved that wherever you are going in your relationship, a tandem 
will get you there faster:
https://flic.kr/s/aHskbaRJqV

Manny  The Stoker Makes No Mistakes Acosta

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Re: [RBW] FS: Ruthworks canvas front bag, panniers and seatbag

[Manuel Acosta]

I call dips at the end of the month. New tandem needs a set of bags. These 
could and should be recycled. 

Manny

On Monday, May 11, 2015 at 6:56:42 AM UTC-7, danmc wrote:

 Bumping this thread as I bought the bag set from Mike and the front bag 
 crowds the bars too much given the setup. So the set is for sale again. 

 $400 shipped. 

 This is a great set of bags - I wish it had worked for me but I'll go back 
 to the search or order something custom. 

 Thanks

 - Dan

 San Rafael CA

 On May 2, 2015, at 8:17 AM, Mike Schiller mikey...@rocketmail.com 
 javascript: wrote:

 Custom Ruthworks dark green canvas with honey leather full touring set. 
 Front  bag is 10 tall and 8 1/2 deep. I did mount and remove  a Berthoud 
 decaleur.  
 Panniers are 15 tall and 8 wide.  I had Ely use Lone Peak top hooks as 
 they have a simple locking lever. The hooks are 6 apart.  Elastic bungee 
 at bottom.
 Rear seat wedge is about 8 long.

 Ely's picture is here
  https://www.flickr.com/photos/ruthworkssf/15103687527/in/faves-37347002@N05/ 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/ruthworkssf/15103687527/in/faves-37347002@N05/

 I set up the front bag on my  bike and used it for 2 short rides. The 
 panniers did an around the block test run so this set is basically brand 
 new.

 https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/15116575824/in/set-72157634847568447

 I am switching to bikepacking style frame bags for the most part.  It 
 makes no sense to keep these beautiful bags stored in my closet. The 
 construction and materials are top notch.

 Brand new this set runs over $800 and a six month plus lead-time.

 I'd like $450 for the whole set including shipping the Con US

 Let me know off-line if anyone is interested.

 ~mike
 Carlsbad Ca

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[RBW] Re: NEW LOOK FOR THE WEBSITE!!!!

[Manuel Acosta]

Kudos to the Photos. The one with the young lady rolling through a tree 
lined street is magical. 

Anyone know the info to this one?

Manny

On Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 6:27:05 AM UTC-7, cbone97 wrote:

 Check it out if you haven't already!  Looks great!


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[RBW] Re: Photos: please consider providing link rather than attachment

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Wait you can get these messages via email?

Grin

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[RBW] WTB: 650B wheels/rims

[Manuel Acosta]

Mike.I have a set I'm not using I wouldn't mind trading some some things pm me. 

Manny

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[RBW] WTB: Used Honey Brooks b67

[Manuel Acosta]

Anyone have a used Honet Brooks b67?

Trying to finishing this tandem, need one to make it looks cool.
PM open of offers

Manny

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[RBW] WTB: nitto Campee front 700c

[Manuel Acosta]

Anyone have a Nitto Front Campee 700c ?

Missed having a basket in front. 

Manny

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[RBW] Re: Anyone in Folsom free Sunday?

[Manuel Acosta]

Matt.
Thanks for the heads up.

Not with the future wifey. Surprising her with a tandem for her birthday 
gift. I'll be coming up solo. Looking like a monster loop around Lake 
Folsom, Unless it's stupid hot. then I don't know.

On Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 6:03:11 PM UTC-7, hangtownmatt wrote:

 Manny,

 Below are a few links.  Assuming you'll be with your fiance I'll recommend 
 the ride around Lake Natoma instead of Folsom Lake.  Very romantic. This is 
 probably what you have been hearing about anyway.  Lake Natoma is below 
 Folsom Lake Dam and should make for a perfect paved ride,  Very scenic and 
 relaxing.  It's about a 20 mile round trip loop.  Not knowing where you are 
 picking up the tandem, I suggest you find Bicycles Plus (link below).  They 
 are located at the trail head and directly kitty-corner to free covered 
 public parking.  Karen's bakery is right next door where you can get your 
 sweetie some sweets and there are plenty of restaurants of all ethnic 
 persuasion in close proximity. There is also a Mexican restaurant right 
 next door but you should inquire at Bicycle's Plus if looking for something 
 different.  Another plus is they are located in Old Town Historic Folsom.  
 Bicycle's Plus has the appearance of an all carbon/spandex shop but I 
 guarantee you they will treat you right.  

 I've been commuting through this area for the past 25 years.  I hope these 
 suggestions help.  If you have any more questions just ask.

 Matt

 http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1636784

 http://www.visitfolsom.com/!userfiles/pdf/FolsomBikeTrailMap.pdf

 https://www.traillink.com/trail/lake-natoma-trail.aspx

 http://www.onlinecycling.com/#!location/c1wl8
  

 On Friday, May 1, 2015 at 5:06:42 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote:

 Coming up to Folsom around lunch time to buy a tandem. Anyone free for a 
 ride or maybe lunch?  
 I hear good things about Folsom Lake... What to make the trip up kinda 
 worth it.
 Imma bring my bike

 Even more important any food options that would make the 2 hour ride 
 easier?

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[RBW] Re: New ACW mugs inspired by the orange...

[Manuel Acosta]

Always welcome! Anytime your in the bay area let me know.

Manny

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[RBW] Anyone in Folsom free Sunday?

[Manuel Acosta]

Coming up to Folsom around lunch time to buy a tandem. Anyone free for a 
ride or maybe lunch?  
I hear good things about Folsom Lake... What to make the trip up kinda 
worth it.
Imma bring my bike

Even more important any food options that would make the 2 hour ride easier?

Manny Itching to ride somewhere Acosta

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[RBW] Re: Bay Area Palomares Loop Ride Sunday, May 3

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Takes you to EBPD Land bank area and abandon rancho!!

https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/sets/72157639715937195/

If you go up. go left then right down towards the valley...




On Friday, May 1, 2015 at 12:14:46 AM UTC-7, Surlyprof wrote:

 There's a fire trail at the top for the adventurous.  Not totally sure 
 where is goes (besides up).  Requires gate crashing.  
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/129545862@N03/16828398221/

 John

 On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 3:06:37 PM UTC-7, DS wrote:

 ~30 miles, all paved with dirt option.

 9 AM. Dublin Pleasanton BART meetup

 I think clockwise is the preferred direction of this one.


 https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/bay-area-rivendell-riders/pobltL8rPss






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[RBW] Re: Manny/many Rivs in PDX

[Manuel Acosta]

Good times were had.
First and most importantly we had the most gracious and outstanding AirBnb 
host of The Knotty Grotto.
John and Darby, proud new owners to Rivelo PDX. 
Bike AND Record store!!
No real opening yet. Super soft opening.
Pretty sure details will follow soonish.
Here's the website: www.rivelopdx.com

Anyways we came up to buy THE RINGS, Ash decided to buy her's from a 
established and more reputable company.

I decided to buy my rings from a bike builder.  Bob from Bantam Bicycle 
Works forged three rings of true. In the fires of Mt.Tabor he labored over 
the famed material of titaniumizm, the legendary metal of Portland. Why do 
you ask did he forge three rings? Well. I lose things...
We were invited to join Andy and Company for a BBQ shingdig.
The future wifey and I were warmly greeted with Andy and Company. Many new 
friends were made, interweb friends were met again. I was united with my 
long lost brother Russ Roca, from PathlessPedaled.
Bob brought me my three rings. In which instantly Andy instigated that I 
should throw them in the fire to see them change color.I totally decided 
that my rings should represent the satiety of my marriage and should be 
tarnish by being thrown in a fire, all by myself. That the story... yea...

Week prior there was a ride expected, I get a call from Andy saying pretty 
much that this Manny ride got turned into an MAshley ride, much to the 
gentle nudging of the other women in his life.

So fast forward to Saturday and this MAshley ride started 40 minutes late. 
Typical but never a big deal, specially when you're having coffee. Super 
mellow ride down for Blue Star Donuts then to the new store. We get there 
to John and Darby toast to the new shop and to our engagement which was 
super sweet and amazing on their part. We finish the ride with Food Trucks 
and boba. Always a great time seeing friends in PDX. You're welcome for 
bring the sun.

Also I broke my lens to my camera...

Pictures Proved that a Prime 70 mm lens only shoots Portrait shots well:
https://flic.kr/s/aHsk9HPAjQ

Manny Acosta

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[RBW] Re: Easter Weekend Riding

[Manuel Acosta]

Solid. 

On Monday, April 6, 2015 at 10:41:42 AM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:

 Got invited along on a Saturday loop with some folks.  The ride was 
 pitched as easy and no-drop/regroup/no-one-left-behind.As soon as I 
 walked through the door of the shop, I kinda had the feeling that I was in 
 trouble.  Been around enough fast folk to recognize the lean and hungry 
 look in many riders' eyes. But, the espresso was free and people were very 
 welcoming.  Met new friends, chatted, handled the good-natured ribbing 
 about the size of my underseat bag (Old RBW Banana Bag).  (No, It's not a 
 knapsack...) One of two steel frames among the sea of crabon.  Seemingly 
 every two wheelsets containing the number of spokes found in just one of 
 mine.  Still confidence was steady (if not high).  

 We set out, climbing.  Climbed more.  I started paying for the decided 
 lack of verticality in most of my recent rides and slipped back.  Luckily 
 I've ridden enough to know when I can't hang and find a cadence and effort 
 that wouldn't blow me up.  

 It was a gorgeously clear day, and I was riding on epic roads which had 
 too long been ignored. And I did feel a bit better as things went along. 
  Though, two things were evident: (1) I was not catching back up to anyone, 
 and (2) it warn't a no-drop ride.

 To be clear, if they _had_ waited, I would have told them at the first 
 regroup that they should no longer worry about me - I knew the route, was 
 entirely self-sufficient and didn't want to make them change what was for 
 them a very compatible pace. 

 So, I suffered and moseyed.  Worked my way up and over the inclines.  Felt 
 a bit better here and worse there. Watched fitter riders work past me and 
 took steady bites out of the hill before me. Leapfrogged some groups who 
 seemed to be in assault/recover mode.  Eventually went past the Bootjack 
 parking lot, essed my way through the last stand of trees and popped out at 
 PanToll.  Saw many knots of riders recharging before the descent.  I was 
 tired but not trashed, so was able to sit up, zip up the vest and let the 
 Hilsen do what it loved - descend easily and surely towards Stinson Beach. 
   Within the first 1/2 mile heard a loud, whirring clatter and checked back 
 to find a faster rider catching me.  He was all tendons and 
 crazy-eye-concentrated, so I tucked right and let him move past.  Since I 
 hadn't been practicing climbing of late, I knew that meant I hadn't been 
 descending at speed.  Reflexes, balance and focus hadn't been tuned in a 
 while, so while I didn't creep downhill, neither did I see how close to the 
 edge I could push things. 

 Still, having a rabbit out front is always good practice.  Seeing the line 
 of a faster rider always helps to relax me, which in turn puts me more 
 where I want to be when dropping from altitude.  Calm and smooth.   Always 
 well within the equation of grip and footprint provided by the JB's.   
 While my pilot fish continued to move away, we both overtook a number of 
 other more tentative descenders.  When Panoramic Highway finally opens up 
 from the forest on the last bit down to Stinson, there are a series of long 
 straights and tight 180 degree turns over blacktop.  The surface seemed 
 good to me, but clearly impacted those who chose smaller tires and higher 
 pressures.   Hailed, chatted at and slipped by quite a few riders on as we 
 dropped.  Over each broken bit of roadway and through each turn, the Hilsen 
 whispered that it could've handled more. I kept it reined in and suddenly 
 found myself at sea level.

 Pulled the cheese bagel out of my pocket and randonneur-snacked as I 
 headed north to the next chunk o' the day. One of my favorite unknown 
 routes - the BoFax road.  Of course, I found some Good Friday beer bottle 
 glass about a mile before the turnoff and nursed a slowly softening tire to 
 the obscure turn.  Got there, dropped the wheel, picked the tiniest glass 
 chip out of the tread and swapped in the first tube, which failed at the 
 stem base, then the second tube which held fast (which prevented me from 
 unboxing the patch kit.) Repacked (considering about how, once upon a time 
 and for quite a while, I used to own the tiniest seatbag which Jandd made. 
 The one which held a 23mm tube, a folded $20 blll and my car key with a 
 tiny split ring on it. What the heck had I been thinking back then?) 

 Went through many of the stages of grief for the climb back up to Bolinas 
 Ridge, then the next set of seven steps (called the Sisters or Seven 
 Sisters - you'd recognize them from any number of picturesque automobile 
 ads) which brings you up to Rock Springs staging area on Mt Tamalpais. But, 
 even when I felt my worst (probably when I was Bargaining) it was still a 
 ridiculous gift to be out and riding in such a location on a glorious day. 

 Crested out and tilted down again, refilled water and shifted fluids and 
 Pantoll parking lot, then scooted ever 

[RBW] FS: Nitto 650B Campee Rack plus goodies AND Gran Compe GC-999 Cantilever Brakes

[Manuel Acosta]

Nitto 650B Campee Rack - $180

- Can come with broken wald basket.
- Missing one M5 bolt on right bottom pannier attachment. 

Gran Compe GC-999 Cantilever Brakes (SET) - $160 
 - These are actually in good shape. 
 - Comes with Brand new Inland TRP Brakes ($40 dollar value)

Pick-up Available in Bay Area AND if you don't mind waiting a week and a 
half also in Portland, Or.

Pictures Proved that I need to upgrade some bike parts.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/sets/72157651370389720

PM off list. 

Manny Need to upgrade some stuff Acosta




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[RBW] Can I call dibs?

[Manuel Acosta]

Theres a 52cm Betty Foy up on the site. Fiancee sent me the link. I get home 
and after making amazing dinner in which I thank her she quickly replies,  You 
know what would be really nice if for all my hardwork on the day of the wedding 
theres a Betty Foy with a bow that says for my lovely wife. Just saying...

... This is the lady Im marrying...

Anyways pretty sure a 52cm is a tad big.
She likes footage on the ground with saddle seat dropped like a pro.Thinking 
the new Clementine is a better fit.

Convince me otherwise and I'll call dibs.

Manny

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