[RBW] seattle to sf tour update

2012-08-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Here at the FarWest Hostel in oregon one day away from the califorina coast. finally up online so i figured i would give u guys an update Tons of stories and pictures. Right now im sleeping in a borrowed sleeping bag on a mattress next to a huge dog. In case your wondering how Tommy and I are

[RBW] seattle to sf tour update

2012-08-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Here at the FarWest Hostel in oregon one day away from the califorina coast. finally up online so i figured i would give u guys an update Tons of stories and pictures. Right now im sleeping in a borrowed sleeping bag on a mattress next to a huge dog. In case your wondering how Tommy and I are

Re: [RBW] Re: Trifecta of Big Bike Goodness for sale on the 'bay

2012-08-02 Thread cyclotourist
Wow! On Wed, Aug 1, 2012 at 9:13 PM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: It's a quadfecta! http://www.ebay.com/sch/rgz4ams/m.html?item=290754004232viewitem=rt=nc_trksid=p4340.l2562 On Aug 1, 8:51 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Not mine, no affiliation, etc, but

Re: [RBW] Trifecta of Big Bike Goodness for sale on the 'bay

2012-08-02 Thread Robert Zeidler
They're all mine and it's really a positive thing! I'm seriously thinning out the herd and these are the start. The one I can't believe no one has snapped up is the brand new Sam for much less than it would otherwise cost. I can't decide if no one wants it or they're just being cheap (lol!) I

[RBW] Re: Trifecta of Big Bike Goodness for sale on the 'bay

2012-08-02 Thread Zack
some sweet bikes. good luck with the sale! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/CxbcCg4Oz0IJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, Trunksack, Shimano dynohub, Thumbies, etc

2012-08-02 Thread tim becker
Brooks B.17 is sold thanks, tim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/SVtzhbkUEgUJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] splits in nifty swiftys. safe or not?

2012-08-02 Thread lungimsam
New tire, never mounted. Is this normal? Do yours do this? [IMG]http://i398.photobucket.com/albums/pp66/lungimsam/DSCN2674.jpg[/IMG] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Wheelset - Velocity Dyad on Deore LX 700c + Marathon Dureme tires

2012-08-02 Thread Tom Taylor
Sorry Melvin - I was lookign for responses via email and am just now seeing your post. Sold these last night :( Apologies. On Wednesday, July 25, 2012 8:39:00 PM UTC-7, Melvin Jones wrote: Hey Tom, Contact me via my email and I'll talk with you about an offer. Thanks Mel

Re: [RBW] Trifecta of Big Bike Goodness for sale on the 'bay

2012-08-02 Thread Kieran J
I've got my eye on that Redwood! On Thursday, August 2, 2012 8:17:28 AM UTC-4, z-man wrote: They're all mine and it's really a positive thing! I'm seriously thinning out the herd and these are the start. The one I can't believe no one has snapped up is the brand new Sam for much less than

Re: [RBW] splits in nifty swiftys. safe or not?

2012-08-02 Thread Cyclofiend
I'd zap that photo back to the folks in Walnut Creek.They could tell you if they had a bad run, or if they want that one back so they can get some credit. Especially if they are new, recently received tires. OTOH - if I had to run 'em, I probably would - it's hard to tell the depth

[RBW] Re: Trifecta of Big Bike Goodness for sale on the 'bay

2012-08-02 Thread Andy Smitty Schmidt
Wish I'd seen that 64 Atlantis sooner. The wife would have had my head though, so it probably good I missed it. --Andy On Wednesday, August 1, 2012 8:51:55 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Not mine, no affiliation, etc, but sure caught my eye! Redwood:

Re: [RBW] You really will like this video ...

2012-08-02 Thread Cyclofiend
Beryl Burton is the real deal, and there's such a wonderful human element to that. For some reason, I always think of her and Burt Monro as kindred spirits. (Or if you really want to dig up the obscure, John B. Kelly, Sr.) Something about the athletes and endeavours of that time that

[RBW] ISO Sheldon nut

2012-08-02 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Trade or purchase. Want to install Tire Savers in anticipation of a goat-head-filled Fall. The bike in mind has a front allen-type brake and there is no more room in front of the crown thanks to the headlight bracket. Anyone? Thanks. -- When in Rome, do as they done in Milledgeville. Flannery

Re: [RBW] Trifecta of Big Bike Goodness for sale on the 'bay

2012-08-02 Thread Ryan Ray
That's the first one Iv'e seen. What's it all about? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/-jty1jAMA50J. To post to this group, send email

Re: [RBW] Trifecta of Big Bike Goodness for sale on the 'bay

2012-08-02 Thread Seth Vidal
On Thu, Aug 2, 2012 at 1:04 PM, Ryan Ray ryanr...@gmail.com wrote: That's the first one Iv'e seen. What's it all about? A redwood is a romulus for tall sizes. 65cm and up, iirc. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Denali Tour Photos

2012-08-02 Thread Kelly
Just finished up a two week tour in Alaska. Here are some photos (mostly scenery) with some bike shots. I did this one through Adventure Cycling. Here is the link http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157630829044946/ Kelly -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] ISO Sheldon nut

2012-08-02 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Peter -- that's it. Trade? Cash? Let me know. Thanks. On Thu, Aug 2, 2012 at 10:38 AM, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: Sheldon Fender nut? I have one in the tacklebox if that is what you are looking for. On Thu, Aug 2, 2012 at 12:34 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] Denali Tour Photos

2012-08-02 Thread Peter Morgano
Man, those are some beautiful shots, thanks for making it that much harder to look out onto West 21st Street, hahaha. Looks like an awesome time, the Bombadil really looked at home there. On Thu, Aug 2, 2012 at 1:35 PM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Just finished up a two week tour in

[RBW] Deal on svelte clipless pedals

2012-08-02 Thread William
I bought two pairs of Shimano A600 pedals from this seller. $74 shipped per pair. http://www.ebay.com/itm/270813910033?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_500wt_1128 If you are like me and sometimes like to use clipless pedals, but like using treaded shoes, these are good

Re: [RBW] You really will like this video ...

2012-08-02 Thread Patrick in VT
On Thursday, August 2, 2012 12:02:51 PM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: My thought was that there's no outside influence anymore for most of them. They've become thoroughbreds. Sequestered and trained, but rarely with a resonant personality, or even the glimmer of other interests.

[RBW] Old-school 200k Frankfort to the Grand Traverse Light and back

2012-08-02 Thread Lynne Fitz
I took Bleriot along on summer vacation in Michigan, and scouted out a new 281km permanent route. This was old-school - subsisting on food I found along the way. Given my strangely picky stomach and proclivity to bonk, it still worked out well, even on such a hot, humid day. Of course, there is

[RBW] Re: Old-school 200k Frankfort to the Grand Traverse Light and back

2012-08-02 Thread islaysteve
Nice, thanks for posting, Lynne. This is inspirational for a (small-frame) Bleriot owner whose bike is feeling neglected these days! Steve On Thursday, August 2, 2012 4:05:13 PM UTC-4, Lynne Fitz wrote: I took Bleriot along on summer vacation in Michigan, and scouted out a new 281km

[RBW] Re: Denali Tour Photos

2012-08-02 Thread fulf
Thanks for posting. Your photos bring back great memories when I visited Alaska a few years ago. Your tour must have been awesome.Bill On Thursday, August 2, 2012 2:35:05 PM UTC-3, Kelly wrote: Just finished up a two week tour in Alaska. Here are some photos (mostly scenery) with some

[RBW] Re: Old-school 200k Frankfort to the Grand Traverse Light and back

2012-08-02 Thread Joan Oppel
Thanks, Lynne. Bleriot looks happy and the ride looks terrific. Love the lake shots - chop and sunset.JoanWhose small Bleriot rides around Arlington and DC regularly but hasn't been on a trip for a while. On 08/02/12, islaystevealkire...@verizon.net wrote:Nice, thanks for posting, Lynne. This is

[RBW] Old-school 200k Frankfort to the Grand Traverse Light and back

2012-08-02 Thread Lynne Fitz
Make that a 218km permanent route :-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/S_ZB0_oukgAJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Old-school 200k Frankfort to the Grand Traverse Light and back

2012-08-02 Thread Lynne Fitz
Make that a 218km permanent route :-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/HTDcDI_zkSAJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Nice tour photos

2012-08-02 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Kelly and Lynne, thanks for the photos. Compared to our mid '90s Alaska looks wonderful; wouldn't mind those misty backgrounds! Lynne, I expect Michigan was hotter, but not as hot as WDC in the photos that were almost as interesting as those of the tour -- brought back memories of 25 years ago

Re: [RBW] Trifecta of Big Bike Goodness for sale on the 'bay

2012-08-02 Thread cyclotourist
Good to hear, Robert. When I originally saw them I hoped it wasn't a distress sale due to illness/financial situation. Still a bummer that you can't keep all that steel goodness in your garage! On Thu, Aug 2, 2012 at 5:17 AM, Robert Zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.comwrote: They're all mine and

[RBW] Bosco and Rivet

2012-08-02 Thread Brian Hanson
I've added Bosco bars to my Riv'd '88 Miyata with a top-down shot (related to the prior post request). http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2012/08/02/bosco-bars/ I also picked up a Rivet Pearl to try out on my Hunqapillar. No long rides yet, but I have some pics and a bit of a comparison with a B17

[RBW] Re: Denali Tour Photos

2012-08-02 Thread Mike
Kelly, thanks for posting the photos. Amazing scenery. I imagine the pictures don't really do it justice. Any bear sightings? How about mosquitos, were they out in force? --mike On Thursday, August 2, 2012 10:35:05 AM UTC-7, Kelly wrote: Just finished up a two week tour in Alaska. Here are

Re: [RBW] Re: Denali Tour Photos

2012-08-02 Thread Brian Hanson
Agreed - awesome glacier and mountain scenes! I also love the open tent in bug country - that was brave! Brian (always thinks Alaska is close, but never made it there yet) Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 2, 2012 at 9:50 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Kelly, thanks for posting the photos. Amazing