[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-11-08 Thread Rick Urbanowski
I was able to ride my bike to the expo on Sunday and I was a little disappointed by the turn out by both vendors and the public. I was surprised mandatory vaccination cards weren’t in affect. Maybe there would’ve been a larger turn out and everyone would’ve been more comfortable? On Monday,

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-11-08 Thread Roberta
The Saturday morning Unracer ride through the park was so much fun that we did a second one the next morning through the city. Cold weather, warm bodies, new friends. I have pictures from the Expo that I'll post tonight. There were fewer vendors and attendees, smaller booths, but still

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-11-06 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
I can hardly wait to hear the stories and see the photos. I’m so envious! Maybe next year I’ll go since it will only be a 10 hour drive. Leah On Friday, November 5, 2021 at 6:33:37 AM UTC-7 JohnS wrote: > Thanks Pam, should be good time. > > On Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 10:18:54 PM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-11-05 Thread JohnS
Thanks Pam, should be good time. On Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 10:18:54 PM UTC-4 Pam Bikes wrote: > I'll look for you. Can't wait to meet you and see your bike. > > On Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 1:49:28 PM UTC-4 JohnS wrote: > >> Saturday's weather forecast is sunny and mid-50's, should

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-11-04 Thread Pam Bikes
I'll look for you. Can't wait to meet you and see your bike. On Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 1:49:28 PM UTC-4 JohnS wrote: > Saturday's weather forecast is sunny and mid-50's, should be great riding > weather to/from the Expo! > > BTW, I'm planning to wear my light blue peace wheel shirt and

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-11-04 Thread JohnS
Saturday's weather forecast is sunny and mid-50's, should be great riding weather to/from the Expo! BTW, I'm planning to wear my light blue peace wheel shirt and will have my shop sack slung over my shoulder. Hope to meet up with the ROB members when I'm there, JohnS On Wednesday, November 3,

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-11-03 Thread David Person
Filled with envy. Enjoy! On Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at 2:44:33 PM UTC-7 Pam Bikes wrote: > 2 more things to note: > Ride your bike to the Expo and stop by the Cycling Savvy Booth and show > (or buy) a Bike Benefits sticker and get a raffle ticket to win some fun > prizes. I'm bringing

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-11-03 Thread Pam Bikes
2 more things to note: Ride your bike to the Expo and stop by the Cycling Savvy Booth and show (or buy) a Bike Benefits sticker and get a raffle ticket to win some fun prizes. I'm bringing small things I carry on my bike like a John's Irish strap as a prize for example. Sat night I've invited

Re: [RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-31 Thread Roberta
Forbidden Drive is gravelly, but a wonderful 5 miles of interesting sights. I'll be on Pam's ride, so I'll see you at the show! On Sunday, October 31, 2021 at 5:02:22 PM UTC-4 JohnS wrote: > So this is the route I'll be taking Saturday morning after breakfast at > Bruno's, so leaving about

Re: [RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-31 Thread JohnS
So this is the route I'll be taking Saturday morning after breakfast at Bruno's, so leaving about 9:00. About 5 miles are on gravel. Not sure if I'll take the Quickbeam or my recently refreshed '82 Stumpjumper. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37909474 JohnS On Thursday, October 28, 2021 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-28 Thread Benjamin L. Kelley
You all got me excited for PBE so I went and checked but SWA tickets from KC are just too expensive for the last minute trip. I'll definitely plan better for next year. --ben On Thu, Oct 28, 2021 at 12:31 PM Roberta wrote: > I'm looking forward to meeting new people and catching up with the

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-28 Thread Roberta
I'm looking forward to meeting new people and catching up with the ones I know. Andy, I will miss you (we met two years ago). There's something about knowing who you're writing to that makes these prose interactions come alive. Also, I'll be on my Platy, too, for Pam's ride, so won't make

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-28 Thread Pam Bikes
Here's the route as of now for the Sat ride to the Expo. I may edit the route in the meantime. I'm open to suggestions. I hope to meet and ride w/y'all. Thanks to Rick on Insta for helping me w/the route. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37866372 On Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 11:13:48 AM

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-28 Thread 'upyou...@yahoo.com' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi folks, I'll be attending the Philly Bike Show on Saturday. Not sure if I'm biking down from Trenton on my Platy but I'll look for y'all. I will recognize Roberta and look for you @ 12ish at the Riv booth. This is where I was introduced to Rivs as I picked up a catalog and talked to Will

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-28 Thread JohnS
I'm planning to go Saturday morning. I'm going to have breakfast at 8:00 at Bruno's Germantown Ave/W. Northwestern Ave, then bike down the Wissahickon trail, Kelly Dr. bike path and then over to the convention center (a few blocks on city streets with bike lanes). Fun and scenic ride, no hurry,

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-28 Thread ascpgh
Please take lots of pictures. Seeing the riders and their bikes would be great, pictures of exhibitors' things too! Rivendell is going to be there and I know they were impressed by the receptive crowds and embrace of fellow exhibitors so far from home last time. I know this year has been

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo 2021

2021-10-27 Thread Roberta
I will be there for both your ride (unless it's raining too hard ) and at the show both days, including your session. I’m looking forward to meeting you and others from the board. Perhaps we could all meet at noon at Riv’s booth? Girard street at Kelly drive is overhead, a bridge. I live