[RBW] Stop Breaking Things

2015-03-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Broke a saddle on the last ride. Not mine. Emily's. Let me start from the beginning... Sunday Funday Ride started really late. 10ish which meant more like 1030ish. Bart was running late so really ride started 11ish. Had no real plans actually was planning on making up the ride as we went.

[RBW] Re: Walnut Creek Things to Do

2015-02-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Minh, If you're around Sunday I might be free to show you around... (famous last words) Otherwise my best suggestion is to go to RivHQ and borrow a bike. Ask them about food options. Plenty within walking distance from RivHQ. Ride a bike to BBH super down the street. Ask for directions to

[RBW] Enjoy the time off.

2015-02-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
I have no idea how I've been keep up with my Bike Tour-R12. (This btw this now has become a thing http://pathlesspedaled.com/2015/01/join-us-in-the-2015-bike-tour-a-month-challenge/?utm_source=feedburnerutm_medium=feedutm_campaign=Feed%3A+ThePathLessPedaled+%28The+Path+Less+Pedaled%29 , ALSO I

[RBW] dyno rear light?

2015-02-03 Thread Manuel Acosta
Need a permanent rear dyno light That works for a luxo front with usb dealie. No rack. Small sackville rear mini bag. Im hesitant because most rear lights dont last on my bikes. They usually fall off or break. Need a permanent mount and wiring situation thats clean and out of the way aka wont

[RBW] Re: 14 for '14

2015-02-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Mine. Lots of good ones this year. Hard to just pick 14. Love this by the way. Always interesting to see everyone's photography grow. https://flic.kr/s/aHsk7xGwGZ On Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 3:22:22 PM UTC-8, Pudge wrote: On an even lighter (and possibly less contentious) note than

[RBW] Go with the flow

2015-02-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Sadly I have earn a somewhat interesting reputation for having ridiculous rides. Not always the case but whatever. Thing is the rides continue to bring like-minded crazy folks looking for something dumb. The original ride was suppose to be just a road ride to a dirt hill, but much to the

[RBW] Will's Pasadena Style Vs. Mark F's Rack Style.

2015-01-29 Thread Manuel Acosta
A picture proves that Mark F owns double flats. https://flic.kr/p/owX3B4 Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Too much on the plate.

2015-01-19 Thread Manuel Acosta
Time. Always the big factor. With the very limited amount of time in my life. A much needed time on the bike was important for the recharge. 40 miler ride with 6000 feet of climb AND overnight? Sure lets try to squeeze it in. New trails and private roads? Maybe 5ish hours including lunch.

[RBW] Re: calendars

2015-01-11 Thread Manuel Acosta
Been meaning to tell you. Was waiting till your last 365 day shot. Don't know when that will be. But it's been amazing seeing your photography grow. Hope you stick with it. Thanks for the photos On Thursday, December 18, 2014 at 10:53:24 AM UTC-8, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: Just thought I'd tack

[RBW] Re: New Years Eve and Day S36O

2015-01-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Big group that day. Glad everyone had a blast. Thanks for the shots Jim. Pictures prove that some ride happened: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk3NQM6w Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] This is what Bikes do..

2014-12-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
... Provide experiences to share with old friends, family and new friend alike. I hope your holidays not only included lots of riding but fun times Pictures prove that tricking family and friends to ride might surprise then into great experiences. https://flic.kr/s/aHsk3zQ3C2 Pictures also

[RBW] Mudfest

2014-12-08 Thread Manuel Acosta
After a week of not riding. Body was telling me to get out despite the weather. A couple of days of clear weather the thought was that the trails would be dry. How wrong we were. After a short ramble on the road and a quick cyclocross barrier training. We got mud. 30 minutes of walking

[RBW] Re: What components do you wish RBW would start making?

2014-11-29 Thread Manuel Acosta
Not a component. But I'll keep barking up this tree till it happens. Camping Oneise. Wool/Cotton blend with snap buttons for the front, side slit holes to get into your pockets and the ever so useful butt slit. Maybe fancy version with a front pocket for cheese. Million dollar idea. I'm just

[RBW] Be thankful for everything.

2014-11-28 Thread Manuel Acosta
Whether or not you got to ride with a old friends or with a dear love ones or for yourself. Be thankful for having the time and opportunity to ride. May the bike help you get there and hopefully you remember to take some pictures. Pictures proved that new camera hasn't broken yet.

[RBW] Andy and family ride.

2014-11-21 Thread Manuel Acosta
Good buddy Andy and family(kiddos and wifey) are down for thanksgiving week. Doing a family related ride on Sunday. Meeting at the ferry building, 10am. Pretty much sightseeing and stopping for the kiddos. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] For Sale-58cm Atlantis Frame/Fork/Headset

2014-11-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
solid Deal. Plenty of love on this bike.congrats to the person who jumps on this. Gabe is good people and this is a great deal for an atlantis. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Biking with the future wifey.

2014-11-08 Thread Manuel Acosta
You know it's true love when you decide that a ride with a love one is more important than a ride for yourself. Pictures proved that I am incredibly lucky to have someone to join me: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk62KXd2 Manny Weddings are expensive Acosta -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Long Rides or short rides? Road or Dirt? Why not both!

2014-11-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Had a free weekend. Ladyfriend was doing the first annual kitty-not-a-kitty sugar extravaganza in LA. Was looking to go camping but no one wanted to go in the rain. Go figure. Since everyone else was riding the Del Puerto Canyon 200k I figured it would a good idea to be social. Good thing

[RBW] this looks right.

2014-10-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
Rivendell and nitto collaboration. https://flic.kr/p/py9f8B -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: A. Saluki Hilsen

2014-10-22 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hoodlum. Pretty sure he cheated someone out of that new bike and he snagged a free dinner with that bike too. Maybe even a free basket. Pretty sure thats what happen. Until Chris confirms thats the story. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Ride up Pikes Peak?

2014-10-11 Thread Manuel Acosta
Patrick, if I lived close I would join you. One of my dream rides would be riding in snow closed roads. Looking forward to the pictures tho. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Good riding only happens with good friends.

2014-10-05 Thread Manuel Acosta
It's been a while since I posted. Which could mean two things. One; I broke my camera. or Two; I haven't had anything great to write and reflect on. Well two of those two things are right. (Camera's viewfinder is broken, in the process of getting a new camera, if I get a new camera.) Until

[RBW] Dyno light recommendation

2014-09-23 Thread Manuel Acosta
Ds. I have the fancy luxco b. With usb charging thing. So far great light bright no thinking. I haven't broken it yet. If your in alameda area you can always try it out. Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

Re: [RBW] Dyno light recommendation

2014-09-23 Thread Manuel Acosta
Anne so far good on trails. I have it mounted right side under my basket. So basket takes brunt of the damage if/when I take the time to smell the grass. I havent had it long but I have been riding prerty hard on it. With the rain on the tour I made a mini fender underneath it using a recycled

Re: [RBW] Re: Well, Damn

2014-09-06 Thread Manuel Acosta
Bah. On the plus side horchata milkshakes do have special healing properties. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Summer must be over now.

2014-09-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Magical labor day weekend. Last real overnight before school takes over my weekends. Big group towards HMB. Pretty much perfected the route by not riding on HW1 at all. Beautiful route filled with new dirt trails and trekking through horse pooped water. Met up with Brian Oei and love-ones who

[RBW] Re: Weird Request.

2014-08-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hugh got it. https://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/14732333531/in/photostream/ One better. Taken by Brian H. https://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/14480830837/in/faves-mannyacosta/ Not everyday you get to suplex Grant Petersen. Hey picture proved it happened... -- You received this

[RBW] Birthday Sheinagians

2014-08-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Since joining this group I've had the pleasure to meet and ride with amazing people. Glad to have shared my birthday weekend adventures with a few of them. Briones Birthday Overnight. 10 miles? 2000 feet of climbing? Sounds doable. NOT. Met at RivBBH. Local James Philips and Out-of-towner

[RBW] Weird Request.

2014-08-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
So school starts soon for me. My principal usually makes a slideshow of teacher's summer. And since I lost my stick-pod I haven't been doing a lot of portrait shots this summer. I got a good one running my bike up from Han during a MTB race. https://flic.kr/p/nSoTyt I need one more. I'm

[RBW] Good to be home.

2014-08-03 Thread Manuel Acosta
Beautiful Oregon was great. With it's green grass and rain. Good to be back in good old dry California. Friends and family what else could you ask for. 100 degree weather makes for interested lighting. Also for short rides. Brother did well on the dirt I attribute this to really nice tires.

[RBW] Manny spotted in Lycra

2014-07-31 Thread Manuel Acosta
Dont believe it. No picrures. Never happened. I call shiniageas! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Oregon Coast Tour 2014

2014-07-28 Thread Manuel Acosta
After two years since the last tour, got to finally find the time to get a tour in for the summer. The one type of riding that got me hooked on biking. Lots to write about and reflect. Good amount of photos. Stay tune on the flickr for Single Photo Tour Recaps. I'll try to pick and choose

[RBW] Re: Entmoot Motivated Change

2014-07-19 Thread Manuel Acosta
Solar charger and speaker system. Collins had both that worked out amazing. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Entmoot tire recs - under biking results

2014-07-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
Aaron killed it on the hetres. Most people flat riding over stickers with those tires.he did it big and totaly owed those trails. Less about the tire and more to be said about the rider. Picked great lines and rode light in the rough stuff. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Virtual Entmoot Ride Reports

2014-07-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hard to write how amazing this past weekend was. Lets say that it's amazing that a simple bike company and yet not so simple bike company can bring so many like-minded people together to create something fantastic. I'm truly grateful to have had the experience to meet folks I've only

[RBW] Sam Hillborne brochure and silver tubes

2014-07-15 Thread Manuel Acosta
Such an amazing catalogue. So well put together and amazing colors/photos. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] 20th Anniversary/Entmoot Friday afternoon/Sat AM Plans?

2014-07-09 Thread Manuel Acosta
Dav, Contrary to popular belief I make for a great ride leader when I know where I'm going.Im pretty sure I know where I'm going for this ride. All seriousness though. Friday for those coming early theres a s240 near RivHQ that day. Some Northerns were planning to get here sometime early

[RBW] Ride to the Rivendell Jamboree (Ferry option)

2014-07-09 Thread Manuel Acosta
Anne, You should sent an email to Scott, Jenny and Grant of Riv they were planning on taking the ferry also but dont think they have all the linguistic worked out. Pretty sure they would love to tag along Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] trade or sell at Rivendell Jamboree?

2014-07-09 Thread Manuel Acosta
I rarely get to try bikes my size with different set-ups. Was looking to try a medium sackville and maybe even trade that day for my large sackville? Long shot maybe See ya there Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Ride to the Rivendell Jamboree (Hard option) July 12. 9am @ the Ferry Building.

2014-07-08 Thread Manuel Acosta
For those still looking for a ride. Also dont know if there is anyone leading a easier version. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Ride to the Rivendell Jamboree (Hard option) July 12. 9am @ the Ferry Building.

2014-07-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
Did a pre-ride last Sunday. Route actually worked pretty well. Kinda longest, hot after Mt.Tam. Hats are important and water also snacks because theres only two places to actually eat. I started at 10 finished around 6ish at San Anselmo thats with a flat and a couple of long snack breaks and

[RBW] You are your own Enemy.

2014-07-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
Two pretty good rides this last weekend. One with the future wifey to get her brooks saddle tattooed at RivBBH. Weather was good until the afternoon. 89 to 92 degrees of stupid hot. Future wifey wasn't having it so we took Bart one stop over to shorten the distance but Jamba Juice emergencies

[RBW] Re: Father-Daughter S24O for the 4th

2014-07-05 Thread Manuel Acosta
Pat your pictures are heartwarming. Always a pleasure to find on my flickr stream. -Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr?

2014-07-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
A talked to Grant about this bike a couple of weeks back. And to quote his words. The bike is going to be boss. Dont know how much I can say. But when Grant says a bike is boss. Look forward to it. Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Meet Your Maker Overnight and Skyline Park MTB Race

2014-06-30 Thread Manuel Acosta
Got the opportunity to do a Meet your Maker Ride Overnight in Skyline Park of Napa. Met and geeked out with some bike folks; many that make really nice frames. Curtis of Retrotec Inglis Cycles was the man with the plan who led the pre-ride the night before the race. Skyline park was no joke. I

[RBW] All you need is a change in perspective

2014-06-18 Thread Manuel Acosta
There are those days where at the beginning of the ride you start second guessing yourself. You don't think your fit enough for the ride or you don't think you brought enough clothes. Or you aren't looking forward to doing the same ride you've done a ton of times before. Lets say I was a

[RBW] Re: Wanna Join? Meandoneering in Colorado

2014-06-18 Thread Manuel Acosta
Next year sounds good. But if Chris is going this year.. Damn you Chris... What are the dates? On Wednesday, June 18, 2014 9:08:08 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: I love the notion...un-scented with natural body odor and single track bike packing. I'm in for next year. I'd make it a quick out and

[RBW] Summer Starts.

2014-06-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
Thing about being a teacher, you get summers off. This usually means for the first couple of weeks trying to figure out what to do with yourself. People have real jobs that have to work on the weekdays. Luckily other teachers have summers off. Doing my commute home I get a text from the one and

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-06-05 Thread Manuel Acosta
So what I'm hearing is that theres two nights at China Camp (Saturday and Sunday) then one night at Diablo? If thats the plan here's some rides I can suggest. I was planning on leading a ride from the Ferry building to china camp via that Saturday morning. Proposed route here.

[RBW] Rivendell Garage Sale! June 7

2014-05-31 Thread Manuel Acosta
Blug news. Big fun day. If you haven't gone to one it truly is a great place to snag deals, rub elbows with nice people, and see the unique and hilarious stuff in the dollar section. Sadly this will be the first one I'll be missing. That weekend is my ten year anniversary and I have big

[RBW] Tamarancho hurtfest/ Mission Peak s240

2014-05-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
Had a free Saturday. So checked out Tamarancho with downhill buddy, Judd, to see what all the hubbub was about the Flow Trail. Pretty much lived up to the expectation and more. After falling twice, once trying to clip in over a bridge now called Judd's Bridge, the other fall off a cliff

[RBW] Writing a poem is like riding a bike. Kinda.

2014-05-24 Thread Manuel Acosta
Not Rivendell related but too good not to share. My favorite comic strip artist. Grant Snider. http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lLVOcpHNd00/U1kIex4ctWI/EH4/j4PjZo0xOcw/s1600/writingpoetry-blog.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Soma's Tanaka Decaleurs???

2014-05-21 Thread Manuel Acosta
They are good. A couple months back Evan from Merry Sales had this idea of creating a stem mounted decaleur Here's early drawing of it. https://flic.kr/p/eWRaKs Since getting the prototype Evan has taken it on some stupid stuff. Early prototype Evan found out early that the attachment point

[RBW] FS: Nitto Platrack Trifecta - $325

2014-05-15 Thread Manuel Acosta
For Sale Nitto Mini-Front Rack 32F + Nitto Platrack + Nitto Platrack $325 for the whole deal Lots of beasuage. I would change the stays for the platrack. Those are bend to high heaven. The rack and the platrack are solid. Bag was modified by the one and only Ely Rodriguez of Ruthbags. Leather

[RBW] Fs or trade Nitto Campee front rack; Bruce Gordon rear rack and front low rider rack

2014-05-09 Thread Manuel Acosta
julian I have a nitto front I wouldnt mind trading let me know. manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Goldfish Diablo S240

2014-05-06 Thread Manuel Acosta
I've done more than my share of this ride before, but it's always magical. Specially when you have great people to go with Rolled deep with 10+ folks. Hammock city at Juniper. Backpack mtb riding. Cheese and Spam musubi Dinner. Good times. Pictures Proved I'll be up here again next Tuesday:

[RBW] Re: S24O Report

2014-04-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
During precarious times I too often think. What would Manny do? Then I just do it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Failures are just delayed Success.

2014-04-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
Dealing with a lot of failures in my life lately. Nothing too big or life changing or even that important. Just inconvenient if not annoying. Always amazes me on how a simple ride with some friends can make you feel so much better about a situation. Started the ride in a bad mood thinking

[RBW] Re: FS/T: Nitto Bullmoose Bar, 200mm, Unpainted

2014-04-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
hey thill these still for sale I have bosco bars if ur still looking for a trade. manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: The Hundred Mile Burger

2014-04-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
Watch it chris Those long rides are slippery slopes to Randonerding. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] FS: Sackville TrunkSack Small - Olive

2014-04-15 Thread Manuel Acosta
Curious.. Could find this bag on the website... anyways.. Tried my hand in carrying lighter loads... Couldn't do it. Bag is a tad to small for my taste. or are my tastes way to big to the bag? Beautiful beasuaged bags Comes with stretchy cordage. AND act now special surprise! $90 No

[RBW] Re: Bay Area Overnight, May 16, 17, 18?

2014-04-10 Thread Manuel Acosta
Maybe the 16th and 17th. MAYBE. I have to be in Sacramento on Saturday somehow. Dressed fancy. Let me know if you have any plans in rivendell country On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 11:17:01 AM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote: Gonna be around. Anyone up for a quick overnight one of those nights?

[RBW] Jamboree Ride Recon: 680 Trail

2014-04-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
Fun ride. Eric, Evan, Jeremy and one of the five members of TheBoyzontheHoods Mr.Irving himself. Did a little recon on half the Jamboree route. Great mellow time, plenty of cheese stoppage and some really nice views. Route looks good so far. Pictures proved that 680 doesn't mean the freeway.

[RBW] Mt.Diablo Overnight/Tour De California Race watching shindig. April 12-13

2014-04-03 Thread Manuel Acosta
Plan is to do a long loop around the backside of Diablo through Morgan territory . Leave late 4ish pm from Rivendell HQ. Mostly road, till we get to the top of Morgan territory Road. https://goo.gl/maps/KAzty Pretty sure this connects back to Devil's elbow. I was told it didn't. This ride is

[RBW] Re: FS 50 cm Silver Quickbeam -$1500

2014-03-31 Thread Manuel Acosta
Sorry folks, Just put down payment for my first round of master's classes. New bike isn't in the cards for me this time around.. Good luck to the seller and congrats on the future buyer. Manny On Monday, March 31, 2014 3:09:06 PM UTC-7, djbardwil wrote: Attention Manny.now's your

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Chica Warrior Ride. Tomorrow! (3/22)

2014-03-23 Thread Manuel Acosta
Great Time. What more can I say. I'm amazingly lucky to be able to make friends with amazing people. It was great to see everyone and hang out. Thanks to Grant ad Joe for leading this jumbled ride, last minute. Pictures Proved that the Mini-War Horse is up and running!

[RBW] Rivendell Chica Warrior Ride. Tomorrow! (3/22)

2014-03-21 Thread Manuel Acosta
Just got off the phone with the one and only RCW directly from her temporary outpost at Riv BBH. Confirmed ride tomorrow. 3/22 Meet at Riv HQ at 11ish for a mellow ramble abouts. Proposed route involved some short city riding, mellow bike path riding, then some creek crossing, stairs and rope

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior Custom at RivHQ/BBH this Saturday

2014-03-21 Thread Manuel Acosta
javascript: wrote: When Manny says flat-ish, I think: http://www.billfields.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Bike-up-a-hill.jpg On Sunday, March 16, 2014 9:51:21 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: I know a route that is flatish, on a bike trail for most of it. But it requires a creek

Re: [RBW] Re: A mini-photo essay

2014-03-18 Thread Manuel Acosta
Doing it right dad. Only reason I like to ride far is to go on more adventures. Teach em right -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Bay Area Ramble Report

2014-03-17 Thread Manuel Acosta
Sad I got to miss this one. Looks like blast -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior Custom at RivHQ/BBH this Saturday

2014-03-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
I know a route that is flatish, on a bike trail for most of it. But it requires a creek crossing and carrying your bike up some stairs. Maybe a walk up a hill. But it ends with an awesome rope swing! Here's the route. Short and sweet. http://goo.gl/maps/2oo4Y Grant has a route he does

Re: [RBW] Re: Dalles Mountain 3/9

2014-03-10 Thread Manuel Acosta
Stone Hedge? Looks familiar I'm pretty sure I went there. On Monday, March 10, 2014 6:29:26 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Hugh - Did you click the link? Full-size + Astronomically aligned replica built during WW1 as a monument to the fallen and (then) still falling soldiers. I

[RBW] The hills are calling and they are green

2014-03-09 Thread Manuel Acosta
Finally have some weekends free and with the recent rains the hills were calling me. Sent out general invite via social media. Always a fun gamble to see who comes out. Ended up with a big group 8 by my count. 3 were newbies. 4 had blue jeans on. 1 came but didn't sleep 3 ladies. 1 offspring

[RBW] Riv Chica Warrior Custom update

2014-03-04 Thread Manuel Acosta
Sounds good. I'm free for the 21st if that helps pretty booked for that weekend. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Boyz On The Hoods Fauxvet 1.0 Ride

2014-03-03 Thread Manuel Acosta
I might be pretty bias when it comes to these things because I'm lucky enough to know/ride with these guys but... These hoodlums did a mixed terrain ride that included but was not limited to dirt,hills, Nike silos, rain, puddles and wait for it. RAIN-freaking RAINBOWS! The ride report and

[RBW] Rivendell represents in SFGate

2014-03-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Eileen is awesome got to see her on New Years ride on Diablo the last two years. Here she is. http://flic.kr/p/iQ65dm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] Re: Reflection on S24O/Mo

2014-02-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
Wait you can plan things? I usually get kicked out of the house when I get super antsy and I'm told to come back when I feel better. Usually this works out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] missed opportunity

2014-02-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
Mike sent me this. http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=141200519966 Thanks again Mike for shattering my dreams. Thanks for that lucky person who bought this small beam. You ruined my hope of owning another classy rivendell. Not that I need another bike... But when do u ever get a chance to own a bike

Re: [RBW] Re: Necessity is a Mother.

2014-02-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hugh I had a commute 21 miles both ways for twoish years. I strove to ride at least 2 days a week so as not to go crazy with the long off times I had for some of my work week. I had to admit to myself that my commute sucked sometime but no matter how much it sucked it was better then riding my

[RBW] Saw the coolest thing on trail today.

2014-02-23 Thread Manuel Acosta
Good amount of East Bay dirt. Five of us. Kurt, Brian, Jeremy, Evan and Jon. Two of the five were on single speeds. 4 out of the five haven't ridden the single track of Joaquin Miller Park, Oakland's only downhill course. Which always equals fun. Lots of crashes today. Me included. Notable

[RBW] Re: Speaking of bikes deserving a 700x40 knobby tire....

2014-02-21 Thread Manuel Acosta
How many of these bikes does Mark have? I know the 9speed grey custom riv. The 9speed rock lobster and this one. All setup the sameish. Or do all his bikes just have a chameleon feature? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Be grateful for the riding that you do.

2014-02-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Last couple of months have been hecktic. One thing I learned from this list was to never adventure envy. You know... when you see those great or epic pictures and they MAKE you wish you were on your bike. But for some reason or another you can't be so you secretly hate/love those ride reports

[RBW] Re: Yet more travel coffee questions!

2014-02-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
I learned how to drink coffee black. Just like my soul... Then again I tend to pick roast that are fruity and/or sweet. Keven roasts a sweet bean that is amazing without cream or milk. Drink that enough and you won't need sugar or milk. On Thursday, February 20, 2014 10:24:15 AM UTC-8, Liesl

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet more travel coffee questions!

2014-02-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
... :) When I get my pour-over just right the coffee comes out so sweet I'm just simply blown away. On Thu, Feb 20, 2014 at 5:02 PM, Manuel Acosta manueljo...@hotmail.comjavascript: wrote: I learned how to drink coffee black. Just like my soul... Then again I tend to pick roast

[RBW] Way too good to keep to myself.

2014-02-18 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hate too call him out but just can't keep it to myself. Mr.Jared de Rivendell. Is the man! You talk about adventures. Every time I get to talk to him he's always coming back from some amazing adventure. He's posting photos and his last couple of trips look amazing and romantic. Like a

[RBW] aghast by Rivendells aeropressing technique.

2014-02-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
Found on the blug. Glad rivendell is selling aeropresses at the BBH but traditional aeropress technique? Come on! I bet a test taste on My inverted method of aeropress style. Next time Im over,like true dojo challenge style, Imma brew them some really coffee. Also Imma grab some beans from

Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-02-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
Gruelling rides? Let's say spirited. Romantic. Humbling. Stupid. I got a good one planned for China camp that involves something dumb. Diablo? I got one equally as stupid. Carrying your own gear adds to the complexity and nuttiness. Should be a blast. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] FS: Olive Sackville Lil Loafer and gray Duluth banana bag $80 each

2014-02-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hey ryan wondering if this bag was still for sale? Buddy of mine is looking for one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Temple Coffee, Sacramento 2-2-14 - a set on Flickr

2014-02-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Coffeenerding at its best. Looks good eric. I know fellow randonerd does a coffee ride here in the city. U should come down for it! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

[RBW] Re: Explosion of Lycra and Carbon on Mt. Diablo!

2014-01-30 Thread Manuel Acosta
Sounds like another overnight adventure! Who's down to sleep on the other peak of Diablo? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

RE: [RBW] Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings Albatross Bars

2014-01-29 Thread Manuel Acosta
Take pictures on rides? Who does that any more? Grin. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post

Re: [RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-28 Thread Manuel Acosta
Solid. Now for pictures!best road for recovery is documentation! Otherwise you know -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] San Francisco Sunset Ramble. Tomorrow! Meet at the Ferry Building 4ish

2014-01-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
Your face Chris! For once no notable pictures on My end. So I guess it didn't happen... Better do it again. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] San Francisco Sunset Ramble. Tomorrow! Meet at the Ferry Building 4ish

2014-01-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
After work ramble. One of the Portlanders is coming down. Secret special guest! Doing some dirt might head up riding in the dark. Coffee or food afterwords is a must. Again. Ferry Building 4ish. Tomorrow! Hope to see ya'll tomorrow! -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
Leah, Yo know that saying pictures proved.. yada..blah blah blah. Banned from abuse of your Rivendell? If I haven't gotten banned yet. You should be fine. Manny On Sunday, January 26, 2014 8:11:00 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: You guys have cheered me right up! I told my husband, Babe, you

[RBW] Saddle Tattoos and Hot Chocolate!

2014-01-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
Enjoy the short rides. With the stresses of work and school. It's important to remember to make time for yourself. Long ride, short rides, mixed terrain or road. all of that matters is that you have the simple things. Good views, great friends, and good cheese. Hot chocolate works well too.

[RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
Leah, With busy lives and higher priority things to do. Biking for yourself doesn't come often enough. Be happy with the little rides, the little things that make riding such a joy. No ride needs to be epic for it to be memorable sometimes it doesn't even have to be scenic. Most of my rides

[RBW] Re: SAN FRANCISCO Sunrise Coffee Club, Tuesday 1/28 7am @ Wave Organ

2014-01-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
Can't make it got to teach the kiddos early. On Saturday, January 25, 2014 5:06:48 PM UTC-8, Jason Ferrier wrote: It's on my calendar. It will be hard to get myself out of bed and over there from Oakland, so hopefully I will see you there! On Thursday, January 23, 2014 11:37:52 AM UTC-8,

[RBW] Rivendell sighting in Prolly isnt Probably

2014-01-18 Thread Manuel Acosta
One of my all time favorite photographers is John Watson blogger of Prolly is Probably. His composition and ability to capture key moments of rides is truly inspiring. While stuck waiting for wrestlers at a wrestling tournament I was going through my instagram feed and where I recognized a

[RBW] Re: Bike Coffee Porn Video

2014-01-17 Thread Manuel Acosta
Pretty sure you were just in the Bay a week ago. When are you going to realize Chris that California is where it is at. We took Tommy back. Just a matter of time before we bring most of you Portlanders down too. Manny On Thursday, January 16, 2014 9:00:57 PM UTC-8, Christopher Chen wrote:

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