[RBW] Re: FS: Acorn Bags, Brooks, IRD, Mavic, Minnehana, Phil Wood, VO

2014-06-10 Thread Curtis Schmitt
On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 6:03 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > *If any of my prices are out-of-line please don't hesitate to let me know:* > •Acorn Bags Large Saddlebag, Olive -- *$110* + s/h (incl. leather lashing > straps) > •Acorn Bags Tool Roll Bag, Olive -- *$50* + s/h > •Brooks

[RBW] FS: Acorn Bags, Brooks, IRD, Mavic, Minnehana, Phil Wood, VO

2014-06-09 Thread Curtis Schmitt
*If any of my prices are out-of-line please don't hesitate to let me know:* •Acorn Bags Large Saddlebag, Olive -- *$110* + s/h (incl. leather lashing straps) •Acorn Bags Tool Roll Bag, Olive -- *$50* + s/h •Brooks Land's End Panniers, Pair -- *$230* + s/h •Brooks Flyer Special, Brown w/ Copper Rive

[RBW] Re: FS: Phil Track Low-Flange Polished Silver / Mavic Open Pro Silver 32H w/ IRD CNC 16T Freewheel

2014-02-20 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Price drop: $400 + s/h. On Tue, Feb 18, 2014 at 3:00 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Still available. > > > On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 11:31 AM, Curtis Schmitt > wrote: > >> Wheelset only has about 250 miles on it. Looking for $500 + s/h. Want to >> buy a Schmidt dynoh

[RBW] Re: FS: Phil Track Low-Flange Polished Silver / Mavic Open Pro Silver 32H w/ IRD CNC 16T Freewheel

2014-02-18 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Still available. On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 11:31 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Wheelset only has about 250 miles on it. Looking for $500 + s/h. Want to > buy a Schmidt dynohub wheelset, so these beauties gots to go. > > http://instagram.com/p/dSKxBzvgo5/ > > Curtis > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Phil Track Low-Flange Polished Silver / Mavic Open Pro Silver 32H w/ IRD CNC 16T Freewheel

2014-02-05 Thread Curtis Schmitt
t 11:31 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Wheelset only has about 250 miles on it. Looking for $500 + s/h. Want to > buy a Schmidt dynohub wheelset, so these beauties gots to go. > > http://instagram.com/p/dSKxBzvgo5/ > > Curtis > > > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] FS: Phil Track Low-Flange Polished Silver / Mavic Open Pro Silver 32H w/ IRD CNC 16T Freewheel

2014-02-05 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Wheelset only has about 250 miles on it. Looking for $500 + s/h. Want to buy a Schmidt dynohub wheelset, so these beauties gots to go. http://instagram.com/p/dSKxBzvgo5/ Curtis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Schmidt Lighting System FS

2013-12-23 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Ah, OK, thank you for letting me know. C On Mon, Dec 23, 2013 at 10:37 AM, Eric Norris wrote: > Curtis: > > Sorry, but the set has been sold. > > --Eric > > > On Dec 23, 2013, at 7:36 AM, Curtis Schmitt > wrote: > > Hi Eric, > I'd like to buy the

Re: [RBW] Schmidt Lighting System FS

2013-12-23 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Hi Eric, I'd like to buy the full kit to ship to zip 07030. I can send PayPal ASAP. Curtis On Sat, Dec 21, 2013 at 6:26 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > Offered for sale is a complete lighting system for your 700C-sized road > bike. Used but in excellent condition. > > Included are a front wheel built

[RBW] Re: FS: Acorn Bags Boxy Rando Bag (Olive), Tubus Reear Rack, Salsa Front Rack

2013-10-18 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Sale of Acorn Boxy Rando is pending. Just awaiting payment from potential buyer. Tubus Logo Evo rear rack ($90) and Salsa Down Under front rack ($40) are still available. Will do both for $120 shipped. > On Oct 17, 2013, at 11:21 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > > Price drop: $190 / $90

[RBW] Re: FS: Acorn Bags Boxy Rando Bag (Olive), Tubus Reear Rack, Salsa Front Rack

2013-10-17 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Price drop: $190 / $90 / $40 (or $270 for the lot). On Wed, Oct 16, 2013 at 12:15 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > http://www.curtisrschmitt.com/HorseCyclesUrbanTourLoaded.jpg * > > > Acorn Bags Boxy Rando Bag*—I've decided that the "Ranger Tan" color will > look bette

[RBW] FS: Acorn Bags Boxy Rando Bag (Olive), Tubus Reear Rack, Salsa Front Rack

2013-10-16 Thread Curtis Schmitt
http://www.curtisrschmitt.com/HorseCyclesUrbanTourLoaded.jpg * Acorn Bags Boxy Rando Bag*—I've decided that the "Ranger Tan" color will look better with my bike's cream-colored powder coat finish than the Olive, so I'm selling the Olive handlebar bag since I use that the least. I am holding onto

Re: [RBW] Nitto Campee rear rack FS

2013-09-05 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Hi Scott, I'm interested in the Nitto rack. Can you tell what you'd charge me for shipping to zip 10003? Just to confirm, I'd also need two of the rack nuts / bolts at $10 ea. from Riv, correct? Thanks, Curtis On Wed, Aug 28, 2013 at 6:01 PM, greenteadrinkers < greenteadrink...@gmail.com> wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Urban Tour by Brooklyn's Horse Cycles

2013-04-29 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I owned a Romulus for about a year. Nice bike, but I didn't fall in love with it as I had hoped to as I did with my ultra-stiff but still comfy Seven Alaris, my Peter Mooney single speed (set up fixed), and my EAI Bareknuckle. I eventually sold the Romulus. I borrowed the Urban Tour prototype (depi

[RBW] Re: FS: Arkel Panniers

2011-09-21 Thread Curtis Schmitt
SOLD. Thank you all for your inquiries. On Wed, Sep 21, 2011 at 2:57 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > $65 shipped? That's about as low as I can go. I'll probably just keep them > if they don't sell for this price. > > > On Sun, Sep 18, 2011 at 3:18 PM, Curtis Schm

[RBW] Re: FS: Arkel Panniers

2011-09-21 Thread Curtis Schmitt
$65 shipped? That's about as low as I can go. I'll probably just keep them if they don't sell for this price. On Sun, Sep 18, 2011 at 3:18 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > $75 shipped. > > > On Sat, Sep 17, 2011 at 5:44 PM, Curtis Schmitt > wrote: > >> >&

[RBW] Re: FS: Arkel Panniers

2011-09-18 Thread Curtis Schmitt
$75 shipped. On Sat, Sep 17, 2011 at 5:44 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > > http://www.arkel-od.com/us/all-categories/touring-bike-bag/b-26-basic-commuter-panniers.html > > Used on one 100-mile roundtrip camping adventure. In very good condition. > Sold the rack these were mated t

[RBW] FS: Arkel Panniers

2011-09-17 Thread Curtis Schmitt
http://www.arkel-od.com/us/all-categories/touring-bike-bag/b-26-basic-commuter-panniers.html Used on one 100-mile roundtrip camping adventure. In very good condition. Sold the rack these were mated to and no longer have a need for them. Can send pictures upon request. For what it's worth, I pref

Re: [RBW] Re: NYC S24O

2011-09-02 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I've gone bicycle camping at five separate locations across four trips over the past couple of years, all directly from NYC: •Bulls Island State Park in Delaware, NJ (on the Delaware River, absolutely loved it) •Washington Crossing State Park in Titusville, NJ (also on Delaware but sites are inland

[RBW] Re: FS: Saddlebag Support (VO ViVa)

2011-08-17 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Sold. Thank you. On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 2:03 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > I no longer palp a large saddlebag, so this support is no longer needed. It > is the best support I've used. One thing to note is that the rubber insert > it comes with has disintegrated so if you don'

[RBW] FS: Saddlebag Support (VO ViVa)

2011-08-16 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I no longer palp a large saddlebag, so this support is no longer needed. It is the best support I've used. One thing to note is that the rubber insert it comes with has disintegrated so if you don't want scratches on your seatpost, I'd suggest adding your own rubber insert, or come up with another

[RBW] Re: FS: $99 Shipped: Brooks Team Pro (Swift) Black/Copper/Chrome

2011-07-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
SOLD. Thanks. On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 4:40 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Will ship out tomorrow via FedEx - $99 via PayPal > > Good Condition Brooks Team Pro in Black Leather w/ Hammered Copper > Rivets and Chrome Rails > •Thickest leather of any Brooks model > •Hand-pounded ri

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smythe Tweed Country Bag

2011-07-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Sold. Thank you all for your interest. On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 9:58 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Payment pending... > > On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 9:15 PM, Curtis Schmitt > wrote: >> Great Condition. Discontinued Green Tweed. $89 Shipped -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smythe Tweed Country Bag

2011-07-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Payment pending... On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 9:15 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Great Condition. Discontinued Green Tweed. $89 Shipped -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw

[RBW] FS: Nigel Smythe Tweed Country Bag

2011-07-24 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Great Condition. Discontinued Green Tweed. $89 Shipped -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+un

[RBW] FS: $99 Shipped: Brooks Team Pro (Swift) Black/Copper/Chrome

2011-07-24 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Will ship out tomorrow via FedEx - $99 via PayPal >> Good Condition Brooks Team Pro in Black Leather w/ Hammered Copper >> Rivets and Chrome Rails >> •Thickest leather of any Brooks model >> •Hand-pounded rivets and chamfered sides >> •Weight 550 g >> •Width 155 mm >> •Length 280 mm >> >> Very ni

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Team Pro (Swift) Black/Copper/Chrome

2011-07-23 Thread Curtis Schmitt
$110 On Jul 23, 2011, at 11:42 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Good Condition Brooks Team Pro in Black Leather w/ Hammered Copper > Rivets and Chrome Rails > •Thickest leather of any Brooks model > •Hand-pounded rivets and chamfered sides > •Weight 550 g > •Width 155 mm > •Le

[RBW] FS: Brooks Team Pro (Swift) Black/Copper/Chrome

2011-07-23 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Good Condition Brooks Team Pro in Black Leather w/ Hammered Copper Rivets and Chrome Rails •Thickest leather of any Brooks model •Hand-pounded rivets and chamfered sides •Weight 550 g •Width 155 mm •Length 280 mm Very nicely broken-in. $120 shipped FedEx Ground to CONUS Will send photos if neces

[RBW] FS: Brooks Team Pro (Swift) Black/Copper/Chrome

2011-07-22 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Good Condition Brooks Team Pro in Black Leather w/ Hammered Copper Rivets and Chrome Rails •Thickest leather of any Brooks model •Hand-pounded rivets and chamfered sides •Weight 550 g •Width 155 mm •Length 280 mm $120 shipped FedEx Ground to CONUS Will send photos if necessary. -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: NOS romulus.

2011-06-24 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Shiver me timbers. On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 10:35 AM, Peter Pesce wrote: > Oh man. That's really torture! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscr

[RBW] FS: Nitto Campee Front Rack (w/ Removable Pannier Supports)

2011-06-07 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I saw Jamison's post earlier about wanting to buy a front rack and I reached out to him since I only used mine once and in the process stripped one of the eyelets on my fork. Will probably be a while before I have that fork fixed (terribly busy at work right now) so I thought I'd offer the rack for

[RBW] Solutions for a Stripped Eyelet / Braze-On

2011-05-31 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Jim, Yes indeed that is VERY helpful! I hope this info can help someone else on the list as well (I changed the subject to increase odds of finding it in a search). That's a great idea going up a size or two to a 5 or a 6. I may look into doing that regardless, would be great to have heavier bolts

[RBW] Croton Point Park Bicycle Camping Trip Photos

2011-05-31 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Photos here: *http://tinyurl.com/3fm72ch* This was my first bicycle camping trip on the Romulus. It also included my two longest rides on the Romulus at 55 miles each way from NYC to Croton Point Park, NY. My previous longest ride on the Romulus was 25 miles. I front-loaded it, and loved the way

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks "Challenge" Saddlebag Honey - Great Condition

2011-05-23 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Sold. On May 23, 2011, at 10:02 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > $55 Shipped! > > On May 22, 2011, at 8:48 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > >> $65? >> >> On May 20, 2011, at 10:44 PM, Curtis Schmitt >> wrote: >> >>> http://cgi.ebay.com/

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks "Challenge" Saddlebag Honey - Great Condition

2011-05-23 Thread Curtis Schmitt
$55 Shipped! On May 22, 2011, at 8:48 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > $65? > > On May 20, 2011, at 10:44 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > >> http://cgi.ebay.com/Brooks-Challenge-Leather-Saddle-Seat-Tool-Bag-Honey-/320702258570?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aab581d8a >>

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks "Challenge" Saddlebag Honey - Great Condition

2011-05-22 Thread Curtis Schmitt
$65? On May 20, 2011, at 10:44 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > http://cgi.ebay.com/Brooks-Challenge-Leather-Saddle-Seat-Tool-Bag-Honey-/320702258570?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aab581d8a > > Will sell outside of eBay: > $75 shipped to RBW member > > Thanks, > Curt

[RBW] FS: Brooks "Challenge" Saddlebag Honey - Great Condition

2011-05-20 Thread Curtis Schmitt
http://cgi.ebay.com/Brooks-Challenge-Leather-Saddle-Seat-Tool-Bag-Honey-/320702258570?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aab581d8a Will sell outside of eBay: $75 shipped to RBW member Thanks, Curtis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gr

Re: [RBW] Re: Color-Coordination Assistance: Which color Ortlieb panniers for the Romulus?

2011-05-12 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Well, I've decided to eliminate (or minimize) the color issue and run the largest Gilles Berthoud 372 panniers in gray up front with a matching gray saddlebag. I may eventually palp a matching GB handlebar bag, but only after switching to drops. Thanks again for your help. Curtis -- You receive

Re: [RBW] Re: Color-Coordination Assistance: Which color Ortlieb panniers for the Romulus?

2011-05-11 Thread Curtis Schmitt
e silver-gray > Ortliebs. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnefitz/5227786161/ > > On May 11, 10:41 am, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > > I'm leaning towards the orange or the yellow, what's your vote? Anyone > > have a Rom with Ortliebs? > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Color-Coordination Assistance: Which color Ortlieb panniers for the Romulus?

2011-05-11 Thread Curtis Schmitt
enough to eat a horse.* My fenders only literally rub when the stays become twisted. But with just a twist back it's an easy fix from literally rubbing to palping/running and figuratively rubbing. On Wed, May 11, 2011 at 3:01 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Wed, 2011-05-11 at 14:46 -0

Re: [RBW] Re: Color-Coordination Assistance: Which color Ortlieb panniers for the Romulus?

2011-05-11 Thread Curtis Schmitt
t is across from the lighter shades of > blue gray on the color wheel. Kind of like yellow going so well with > the darker blues. Also, I have a thing for orange stuff, but that is > a personal problem. > > What tires and fenders are you running? > > Rob > - > http://ocea

Re: [RBW] Color-Coordination Assistance: Which color Ortlieb panniers for the Romulus?

2011-05-11 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Good call on the silvery-gray, Seth. The bike is parked next to me, I'm squinting to imagine the gray panniers on there. Looks pretty good with all of the other black and silver on the bike... I'm just worried about being too gray. Most of my wardrobe is gray, I was hoping for a bright color to add

[RBW] Color-Coordination Assistance: Which color Ortlieb panniers for the Romulus?

2011-05-11 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I'm leaning towards the orange or the yellow, what's your vote? Anyone have a Rom with Ortliebs? My Romulus, palping the standard blue colourway: https://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/RivendellRomulus#5545475856906680194 Pannier color options: http://s.wiggle.co.uk/images/ortlieb-front-roll

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis

2011-05-02 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I completely agree with Steve. I much prefer my mustache bars for climbing, gripping farther forward for better leverage. I felt too upright with the albatross, didn't feel like I had as much control as with noodles or mustache bars. And if I was going to do the splitters thing, it would be between

[RBW] Re: FS: Sugino XD500T Triple "Special Edition" 170mm Drive-Side Crank Arm + Chainrings

2011-04-29 Thread Curtis Schmitt
SOLD. Thank you. On Fri, Apr 29, 2011 at 2:40 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > A couple of weeks ago the non-drive side crank arm came loose on my > Romulus. I rode it straight to my LBS, a few miles away, to tighten it back > up but by then I had thoroughly ruined the indentation at th

[RBW] FS: Sugino XD500T Triple "Special Edition" 170mm Drive-Side Crank Arm + Chainrings

2011-04-29 Thread Curtis Schmitt
A couple of weeks ago the non-drive side crank arm came loose on my Romulus. I rode it straight to my LBS, a few miles away, to tighten it back up but by then I had thoroughly ruined the indentation at the spindle. They replaced the entire crankset with an identical one, only in 175mm as opposed to

[RBW] Re: FS: Brand New Brooks Honey Leather Mud Flap

2011-04-21 Thread Curtis Schmitt
SOLD! 2011/4/21 Curtis Schmitt > $20 shipped via USPS — payment via PayPal to this email address. > > Pics: > https://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/BrooksHoneyLeatherMudFlap?authkey=Gv1sRgCM_IqOXa4ZH6UA&feat=directlink > > Thanks, > Curtis > -- You received

[RBW] Re: FS: Brand New Brooks Honey Leather Mud Flap

2011-04-21 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Sale pending... 2011/4/21 Curtis Schmitt > $20 shipped via USPS — payment via PayPal to this email address. > > Pics: > https://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/BrooksHoneyLeatherMudFlap?authkey=Gv1sRgCM_IqOXa4ZH6UA&feat=directlink > > Thanks, > Curtis > -

[RBW] FS: Brand New Brooks Honey Leather Mud Flap

2011-04-21 Thread Curtis Schmitt
$20 shipped via USPS — payment via PayPal to this email address. Pics: https://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/BrooksHoneyLeatherMudFlap?authkey=Gv1sRgCM_IqOXa4ZH6UA&feat=directlink Thanks, Curtis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

Re: [RBW] 'Nuther new Rivbike owner intro.

2011-04-19 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Welcome, Manny. I'd try to have them match it. And agree with the post recommending to do any custom mods now before having it painted. The dyno wiring really isn't very attractive. This is a really great opportunity, actually. While they've got your colors mixed and ready to spray, perhaps choose

Re: [RBW] Re: Largest Tire on a Rom (Ram)?

2011-03-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Mike—I have the Tektro R556 front and rear so maybe I'll have better luck with a 37 Pasela than you did with the R538. I guess the 37 Pasela is the safe way to go... I have found them to run a tad small in my experience so all should go fine with that route. Bruce—Do you have any photos you'd be a

[RBW] Largest Tire on a Rom (Ram)?

2011-03-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Has anyone tried to fit something larger than a 35c on a Romulus? Did it work out? I'm curious about both successes and failures in doing so. I'd really like to put the 40mm Electra Amsterdam City Tireon but I re

Re: [RBW] When is a bike to heavy?

2011-03-17 Thread Curtis Schmitt
My Seven Alaris is 18 lbs and my Romulus is 27 lbs. I notice a huge difference, but not just in the weight. On Seven's customization scale, it's a 10 on "drive chain rigidity" and "weight to performance" so the frame is significantly heavier than a standard quality titanium frame. It's also a model

Re: [RBW] Best Look or Look-clone pedals?

2011-03-11 Thread Curtis Schmitt
gt; > I did have a pair of 2008 Dura Ace clones but found the tension too tight > and, in a fit of retronostalgia where I want back exclusively to clips and > straps for a couple of years, I sold them. > > On Fri, Mar 11, 2011 at 1:39 PM, Curtis Schmitt > wrote: > >> I used

Re: [RBW] Best Look or Look-clone pedals?

2011-03-11 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I used to rub the old Look Keo CrMo Carbons. Really great pedals. I've sinced replaced with Look Keo 2 Max. I don't like them as much as the old style, just harder to clip into for me. Maybe I'm still getting used to the shape... I know it's supposed to be easier with the wider platform and metal i

Re: [RBW] All Rounder on Chicago CL

2011-03-10 Thread Curtis Schmitt
on ebay as well: *http://tinyurl.com/4azq3vg* On Thu, Mar 10, 2011 at 11:29 AM, Marty wrote: > Not mine, and not my size, but it's a sweet one. > > http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/bik/2255838173.html > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Own

Re: [RBW] FS: Minoura Silver Kickstand - Riv Discontinued item

2011-03-07 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I was never a kickstand guy but when I purchased my Romulus used it had one installed, figured it would be one of the first things I'd take off. Still have it on a year later and I'm loving it, probably will never take it off. On Mon, Mar 7, 2011 at 1:41 PM, climbthemtns wrote: > I had this on my

Re: [RBW] Re: Best non-Nitto/VO seatpost?

2011-03-02 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I second the Thomson in silver. Looks great on almost any style bike. On Wed, Mar 2, 2011 at 10:38 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Wait to find a useed Thomson in silver.  They're the best-est. > > On Wed, Mar 2, 2011 at 7:17 PM, Justin August > wrote: >> >> Edit: This is for my Bleriot of course. >>

Re: [RBW] Goals for 2011:

2010-12-31 Thread Curtis Schmitt
This past year I completed my first 200K on a Seven Alaris. For the coming year I will attempt a 200K on the Romulus, plus a 200K and a 300K on the Alaris. Anything beyond this in terms of randonneuring will be gravy. I am going to increase distances gradually year over year as I train for PBP 2

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, Gilles Berthoud, Nitto, Shimano SPD

2010-12-14 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Looks like that did the trick. All sold! Thanks, everyone. On Tue, Dec 14, 2010 at 5:28 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Maybe my prices are too high... > > Let's try: > $95 for Brooks Saddle > $65 for Gilles Berthoud (or $150 for both) > $30 for Nitto S83 > $30 for SPD

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, Gilles Berthoud, Nitto, Shimano SPD

2010-12-14 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Maybe my prices are too high... Let's try: $95 for Brooks Saddle $65 for Gilles Berthoud (or $150 for both) $30 for Nitto S83 $30 for SPD Pedals On Tue, Dec 14, 2010 at 11:01 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Brooks Team Pro in Black w/ Hammered Copper Rivets and Chrome Rails > •Thickest

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Mark's Rack

2010-12-14 Thread Curtis Schmitt
SOLD. Thanks to all who inquired. On Tue, Dec 14, 2010 at 3:01 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Good condition. Includes two "diving board" flat stays and two fork > P-clamps. Also includes stays for mounting to rear of bike. Purchased > from stevep33 a month or two ago. Ne

[RBW] FS: Nitto Mark's Rack

2010-12-14 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Good condition. Includes two "diving board" flat stays and two fork P-clamps. Also includes stays for mounting to rear of bike. Purchased from stevep33 a month or two ago. Never mounted it as I switched to mustache bars on the Romulus and a handlebar bag just isn't going to work out well with this

[RBW] FS: Brooks, Gilles Berthoud, Nitto, Shimano SPD

2010-12-14 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Brooks Team Pro in Black w/ Hammered Copper Rivets and Chrome Rails •Thickest leather of any Brooks model •Hand-pounded rivets and chamfered sides •Weight 550 g •Width 155 mm •Length 280 mm Good Condition: $115 shipped ground to CONUS - Gilles Berth

Re: [RBW] Out of the box! (some Sam double top tube pics)

2010-12-07 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Stellar build, my friend. That must cruise like a dream. On Tue, Dec 7, 2010 at 5:36 AM, Paul wrote: > Finally opened up the box and put the bike together. Many thanks to so > many people who have made this happen, especially my sisters for a > whopping birthday voucher, Gernot for planting the s

Re: [RBW] What's your winter project?

2010-11-08 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I'm having Spectrum Cycles strip the white factory paint off of my Seven Alaris to reveal the titanium hiding underneath, going with a raw brushed finish. Then rebuild with all carbon/black parts (no silver whatsoever) plus matching set of saddle and bar tape. Could use some recommendations on whic

[RBW] Re: FS: Complete Nitto Albatross Cockpit, Technomic Stem, DuraAce Bar-End Shifters, DiaCompe Brake Levers, Cables, Cork Grips, Brass Bell

2010-09-29 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Hi Mitch, Sorry for the delay in my reply, your FedEx tracking # is 84126521502. Estimated delivery is Saturday. Enjoy the set-up! Curtis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu

[RBW] Re: FS: Complete Nitto Albatross Cockpit, Technomic Stem, DuraAce Bar-End Shifters, DiaCompe Brake Levers, Cables, Cork Grips, Brass Bell

2010-09-24 Thread Curtis Schmitt
sold On Fri, Sep 24, 2010 at 12:27 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > I am selling the cockpit from my 59cm Romulus: http://tinyurl.com/2wnuxqd > > I purchased it with Albatross bars and while I really love them for > around town and like them for commuting, they haven't been working

[RBW] FS: Complete Nitto Albatross Cockpit, Technomic Stem, DuraAce Bar-End Shifters, DiaCompe Brake Levers, Cables, Cork Grips, Brass Bell

2010-09-24 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I am selling the cockpit from my 59cm Romulus: http://tinyurl.com/2wnuxqd I purchased it with Albatross bars and while I really love them for around town and like them for commuting, they haven't been working well for me on 15+ mile loaded rides which is primarily what I want to use the bike for n

[RBW] Spotted last night in NYC: Silver Quickbeam on W. 26th St

2010-09-21 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Anyone on this list? Very nice... It was locked up to a signpost on the south side of 26th street between 7th and 8th Ave. Curtis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegr

Re: [RBW] Re: Tent suggestions

2010-09-15 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I own a 2-person Timberline that I've used about twenty times in the past six years. Three of those were multi-day bicycle camping trips. It is a great tent. It has seen quite a bit of rain and wind and performs well with the fly, is durable, sets up and packs down nicely, and I just like the tr

[RBW] Re: FS: Surly Nice Rack: Rear, Silver

2010-08-30 Thread Curtis Schmitt
SOLD. Thanks to all who contacted me. On Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 2:40 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > The powder-coated grey finish does not look so good on my shiny Romulus. > Wasn't expecting a Nitto finish but didn't realize it would be this > dull/matte. So it is for sale, going

[RBW] FS: Surly Nice Rack: Rear, Silver

2010-08-30 Thread Curtis Schmitt
The powder-coated grey finish does not look so good on my shiny Romulus. Wasn't expecting a Nitto finish but didn't realize it would be this dull/matte. So it is for sale, going to buy a Nitto rear rack instead. This thing is basically new, other than being installed last night. $85 shipped? Let me

Re: [RBW] Drop Bars vs. Non-drops

2010-08-27 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I totally agree with Seth. I just picked up a Romulus two weeks ago that came set-up very nicely with Albatross bars and bar-end shifters. I absolutely love these bars for commuting, coffee shop runs and rides to brunch, especially when wearing a suit or sport jacket, but have a 50-mile (each way)

Re: [RBW] Re: 3 Rivs for sale

2010-08-08 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Steve, I am loving the Romulus so much already. Thank you again. Rachel and I had a great ride afterwards heading north on the Rock Creek Trail, eventually looping back after we found a Starbucks a block from the path where we took a break from the heat to enjoy some icey caffeinated goodness. If

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Swallow Titanium (Honey)

2010-07-30 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Any takers at $240 shipped? (about the same price as a new standard Swallow) On Thu, Jul 29, 2010 at 10:17 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Used, but in phenomenal shape. The no-compromise, best-of-all-worlds Brooks > saddle, in the best color. $280 shipped FedEx to CONUS. Please repy >

[RBW] FS: Brooks Swallow Titanium (Honey)

2010-07-29 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Used, but in phenomenal shape. The no-compromise, best-of-all-worlds Brooks saddle, in the best color. $280 shipped FedEx to CONUS. Please repy off-list. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rb

[RBW] FS: Nitto S-83 Seatpost (very scratched up)

2010-07-29 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Functionally it's perfect but aesthetically in pretty rough shape from a lot of moving around from bike to bike and at different heights. Seat tube scratches on pretty much entire length. Used mostly on my commuter/beater, and probably ideal for yours. $50 shipped to CONUS. Can provide pics if abso

[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice Nelson (Green + Honey Leather Straps)

2010-07-26 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Sold. On Sun, Jul 25, 2010 at 2:32 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Asking $80 via PayPal shipped to CONUS. Photos available here: > http://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/CarradiceNelsonForSale# -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Re: wanted: Rambouillet ~ 58cm in orange

2010-07-26 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Seriously, you need to learn how to procrastinate. Proper order of operations: craigslist: Rivendell eBay: Rivendell beer snack facebook/tv homework On Mon, Jul 26, 2010 at 3:08 PM, rcnute wrote: > Let this be a lesson to surf ebay before and during homework. -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice Nelson (Green + Honey Leather Straps)

2010-07-26 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Maybe $80 is too high? Any takers at $70 shipped? On Sun, Jul 25, 2010 at 2:32 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Asking $80 via PayPal shipped to CONUS. Photos available here: > http://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/CarradiceNelsonForSale# > -- You received this message becaus

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Swallow (Honey)

2010-07-26 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Sold. On Jul 25, 2010, at 2:39 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Asking $160 via PayPal shipped to CONUS. Photos available here: > http://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/BrooksSwallowHoneyChromeForSale# -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[RBW] FS: Brooks Swallow (Honey)

2010-07-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Asking $160 via PayPal shipped to CONUS. Photos available here: http://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/BrooksSwallowHoneyChromeForSale# -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...

[RBW] FS: Carradice Nelson (Green + Honey Leather Straps)

2010-07-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Asking $80 via PayPal shipped to CONUS. Photos available here: http://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/CarradiceNelsonForSale# -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegro

[RBW] FS: Surly Nice Racks Front + Rear (Silver)

2010-06-02 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Well worn but functionally perfect Surly Nice Racks in silver for sale. Includes all hardware. $90 shipped for either or $170 for both. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@goo

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Complete Cockpit: Nitto B135 Randonneur 42cm Bars, Shimano Bar-End 9-sp Shifters, Tektro Brake Levers

2010-05-28 Thread Curtis Schmitt
w do you like the Soma Saga? Sort of Riv related because of the AMOS > coupling. Right? Love to hear your impressions of this bike. >   S. > > On May 28, 12:10 pm, Curtis Schmitt wrote: >> SOLD. Thanks! >> >> On Wed, May 26, 2010 at 4:27 PM, Curtis Schmitt >> >&

[RBW] Re: FS: Complete Cockpit: Nitto B135 Randonneur 42cm Bars, Shimano Bar-End 9-sp Shifters, Tektro Brake Levers

2010-05-28 Thread Curtis Schmitt
SOLD. Thanks! On Wed, May 26, 2010 at 4:27 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > handlebars: nitto b135 randonneur 42cm > bar tape: soma thick & zesty > brake levers: tektro r200a > shifters: shimano bar-end 9 speed > > all parts are very experienced, not new/mint looking, but

[RBW] FS: Ortlieb Handlebar Bag - Ultimate 5 + Ortlieb Saddlebag (matching, both black)

2010-05-26 Thread Curtis Schmitt
both well experienced from a soma saga i just purchased. selling as i already have complete luggage set for the bike ready to go. asking $30/obo for handlebar bag (has a map pocket on top but it's probably useless, plastic is cloudy, can be replaced) and $20/obo for saddlebag, or $45/obo for both.

[RBW] FS: Complete Cockpit: Nitto B135 Randonneur 42cm Bars, Shimano Bar-End 9-sp Shifters, Tektro Brake Levers

2010-05-26 Thread Curtis Schmitt
handlebars: nitto b135 randonneur 42cm 
bar tape: soma thick & zesty 
brake levers: tektro r200a shifters: shimano bar-end 9 speed all parts are very experienced, not new/mint looking, but functionally perfect. could really use new bar tape to class the joint up. 4 mo old pic here: http://www.flic

Re: [RBW] camping around nyc

2010-05-14 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Floyd Bennett Field is probably the closest -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@g

Re: [RBW] Re: Reading Chairs

2010-02-10 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I agree w/ Seth on the Ikea Poang as best budget option, had one for several years in college. Now that I'm "all growed up" I have a DWR Flight Recliner that I love to read and laptop in. Plus, the mechanism in it is supremely elegant. It simply does not look like a recliner at all. On Wed, Feb 10

Re: [RBW] Re: 5-Boro NYC Ride May 2

2010-02-06 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I agree with everything Michael just suggested. All great ideas, especially NOT going all the way down to Battery Park for the start. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googl

Re: [RBW] 5-Boro NYC Ride May 2

2010-02-05 Thread Curtis Schmitt
AJ, It's a lot of fun. I've done the ride twice, skipped it last year, will skip it again this year. One word of caution, please be careful of the other people out there. There are a lot of riders who use that event as their first "long" ride of the season and possibly their only. And they can be i

[RBW] FS: Riv-ish Kogswell G; Components, Parts, Accessories

2010-01-30 Thread Curtis Schmitt
http://tinyurl.com/y9efmrp All is being sold via ebay. For anyone on this list I will take 5% off BIN for any bike listed, 10% off any components, parts or accessories (including complete Schmidt set-up). Just use the Make Offer button. If you go this route and/or contact me via ebay, please just

Re: [RBW] FS: Soba bars and E6

2009-12-10 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Hi Patrick, Are the E6/E6Z the older style w/ clear ring or newer style w/ opaque ring? Curtis On Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 10:37 AM, Patrick in VT wrote: > Soba Bars (44cm) - $65 > > Schmidt E6 *and* E6Z (secondary lamp) - $100 (must take both!) > > price includes shipping! > > -- > > You received t

Re: [RBW] Re: Dromarti shoes and others

2009-12-08 Thread Curtis Schmitt
looks like they are, for $99: http://www.exustarusa.com/ On Tue, Dec 8, 2009 at 4:49 PM, Jon Grant wrote: > Are these available in the US? > > http://www.exustar.com/product_detail.php?psn=34&level=2&t1s=11 > > *-- > **Jon “Papa” Grant > *Illustration + Information Graphics > Austin, Texas > jg

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto 120mm Technomic (225mm) 26.0 / 1"

2009-12-03 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Stem has been claimed. Thanks, all. On Wed, Dec 2, 2009 at 6:05 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Only used for about 50 miles, then removed (replaced w/ 80mm, 120mm was too > long for me). May have some minor shop wear. Please contact me offlist to > purchase or for photos, will take

[RBW] FS: Nitto 120mm Technomic (225mm) 26.0 / 1"

2009-12-02 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Only used for about 50 miles, then removed (replaced w/ 80mm, 120mm was too long for me). May have some minor shop wear. Please contact me offlist to purchase or for photos, will take some this evening when I arrive home. $29 shipped USPS to CONUS. -- You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: Tubus rear rack recommendations

2009-10-19 Thread Curtis Schmitt
I liked my Logo for the same reason. Great design. On Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 5:07 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > The Logo is nice. The pannier support rails are lower than the top > deck, so you can easily strap stuff on top while using panniers. > > On Oct 18, 8:20 pm, johnb wrote:

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Rear Campee Camper Rack, Carradice Barley (Black w/ White Leather)

2009-09-20 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Rack is now sold too. Thanks all. On Sat, Sep 19, 2009 at 10:41 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Carradice Barley is sold. Rack is still available. Thanks. > > > On Sat, Sep 19, 2009 at 6:36 PM, Curtis Schmitt > wrote: > >> Hey All, >> Selling a great condition Nitt

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Rear Campee Camper Rack, Carradice Barley (Black w/ White Leather)

2009-09-19 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Carradice Barley is sold. Rack is still available. Thanks. On Sat, Sep 19, 2009 at 6:36 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Hey All, > Selling a great condition Nitto Campee Camper Rear Rack (the kind w/ the > removable pannier supports) for $125 incl. s/h to 48 states, only two months > ol

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