[RBW] Re: LA Bump Ride.

2013-09-16 Thread Evan Spacht
David, walked about 20 feet from the concert venue I was at, and I'll be darned, I accidentally found Stumptown today. Weird coincedence. Pictures to prove it http://www.flickr.com/photos/coconutbill/9767272226/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: LA Bump Ride.

2013-09-15 Thread Evan Spacht
Good day for a ride and not quite as hot as the desert. my camera battery was lost early in the ride (not so interesting story), so all the picture taking was done by Hugh. After seeing Hugh off in China town, I rode to Union Station - a few trains were cancelled so I rode around for a few

[RBW] Re: LA Bump Ride.

2013-09-15 Thread Evan Spacht
David: stumptown is my favorite. will it be open for 10/6? Mike: thanks for sharing that contraption with me. I have a collapsable plastic one. sort of wonder if there is some weight savings. Anyhow, it's a way classier and possibly more compact mechanism. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Who's drinking the Kool Aid?

2013-09-11 Thread Evan Spacht
I must've been drinking the same sort of Kool-Aid as Grant , before I even discovered Rivendell. I discovered Rivendell oddly through a google search of bike camping; then Riv'd out my tig'd steel steed which was stolen... and eventually met Homer. The biggest influence for me to start biking

[RBW] Re: So what's the best degreaser to use these days? (was El Duke...)

2013-09-01 Thread Evan Spacht
Phil Wood hand cleaner On Saturday, August 31, 2013 7:51:19 AM UTC-7, bwg wrote: Hello, I'm wondering what mild, effective degreaser options there are these days, since the excellent El Doo-kay is no longer available. Thanks, Bruce -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: SoCal Rivsters San Clemente S24O

2013-08-25 Thread Evan Spacht
Thanks guys, it was super fun riding and hanging with you all. There's already talk of a possible San Diego ride and Hugh and I are planning a little LA exploration ride if anyone else is interested. Pannier ramble: After a debating endlessly between Sackville Swift, I stumbled on the

[RBW] Re: SoCal Rivsters San Clemente S24O

2013-08-25 Thread Evan Spacht
Thanks guys, it was super fun riding and camping. Truly learning a lot from spending time with more seasoned cyclists. There's been talk of a San Diego ride and Hugh and I are planning a little LA exploration ride if anyone else is interested. Pannier ramble: After debating endlessly between

[RBW] Re: Love the Drops.

2013-08-12 Thread Evan Spacht
Hugh, Your post made me feel a bit of nostalgia for my 41cm Noodles! I envy your comfort on the Noodles because for me I could never quite find them relaxed. If only I had a longer arms, and didn't have as much of a reach (with even the shortest stem) I'd probably have kept them. I dig the

[RBW] FS: Riv Wooly warm T's, Brooks saddle covers, Thompson seatpost, White Industries chainring and tool

2013-08-09 Thread Evan Spacht
I will snag the small shirt if available . Thanks , evan -- 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

[RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-06 Thread Evan Spacht
TOPIC DRIFT ALERT: Generally it's best to sell things on the forum as a separate topic however, but I'd like to sell a Nitto Top rack r-14, or trade it for a rack (like a tubus cosmos) that would allow for rear panniers. I'd prefer to not ship it which is why I'm offering it here, and I

[RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-06 Thread Evan Spacht
topic drift alert: I'm in the market for a rear pannier rack , if anyone is trying to sel one! I have a used R-14 top rack that I am looking ot sell or trade. Normally it's best to just post a new topic but I don't care to ship stuff if I don't have to . kindly, Evan -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Voiding the un-warranty

2013-08-05 Thread Evan Spacht
childhood memories. -- 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 group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-02 Thread Evan Spacht
Count me in. I'm becoming a fan of these scheduled mental health breaks. -ES -- 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: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-01 Thread Evan Spacht
About 96% in. Need to check with work. -Evan -- 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: So.Cal vs No.Cal Rivendell Rumble Recap

2013-07-30 Thread Evan Spacht
Going along with what the others said, this weekend was the first time most of us had met each other, and by the end of the first night, brought together by a shared passion, we all felt like old friends. There were so many firsts for me on this trip: first S240 with the bike, mini tour and

[RBW] Re: WTB: Pletscher Two Leg Stand

2013-07-30 Thread Evan Spacht
Hugh? On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 10:04:18 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Anybody have one they're not using? Doesn't have to be pretty. -- Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Custom Paint: Army Green or Tuxedo Black?

2013-07-29 Thread Evan Spacht
my vote: army green black headtube / black lug filler On Monday, July 29, 2013 1:54:55 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: Hi Friends, I anticipate getting closer to the delivery of Appaloosa custom and was all set on a good WWII type Khaki green, and THEN just as Grant predicted I've been

[RBW] Re: Slickersack Improvement

2013-07-21 Thread Evan Spacht
Thanks Andy I will be doing this in the near future... ! -- 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: Any new 650b x 30-35mm tires come out lately?

2013-07-21 Thread Evan Spacht
The Soma B-Line Express, 650b x 38mm... not sure how new it is, but they are new to me, and I love them! -- 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: poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

2013-07-21 Thread Evan Spacht
Does anyone use a wald medium basket on a rear-mounted Top Rack? I'm thinking I may need to do that temporarily for a little bike-camping trip... -Evan On Friday, July 5, 2013 7:13:07 AM UTC-7, NWAJack wrote: So a while back there was a RR article about what they were carrying in their

[RBW] FS: Rivish bike for kid or 5' tall person in Seattle

2013-07-18 Thread Evan Spacht
If you are willing to ship it , I would be interested in purchasing 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] Re: So. Cal Vs North Cal. Rivendell Rumble. July 27- 28

2013-07-15 Thread Evan Spacht
Topic drift alert: I've decided to sell my Top rack and seeing as how we are all meeting up in SLO , I wanted to first offer it to you guys. Is anyone interested? I'm asking $90 OBO . It was used but in good shape when I bought it a few months ago. You may need to get a new pair of shorter

[RBW] Re: Stainless steel versus grey-coat Tubus Fly?

2013-07-15 Thread Evan Spacht
I have been contemplating this same combo: medium sackville , tubus fly. Is this rack not an adequate bag support? I'm using a Top Rack and was thinking about selling it for a Fly. -Evan On Monday, July 15, 2013 4:57:19 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: I ordered what was supposed to be a

[RBW] Re: V-O Grabsack FS $60 Shipped

2013-07-15 Thread Evan Spacht
Patrick, may I see a picture of your adaptation? I don't leave home without my 'manpurse' best, Evan On Monday, July 15, 2013 4:56:52 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: Bought this and ended up using it for just a few rides downtown. It's looking for a new home. Photos of this bag here:

Re: [RBW] Re: scouting East Canyon

2013-07-14 Thread Evan Spacht
I'm in total agreement; it's more of a hiking trail but fun, nonetheless. I personally find the trail a bit too steep and rocky for an enjoyable descent. Keep me posted on fall destinations and count me in. -Evan On Saturday, July 13, 2013 8:50:19 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: except that

[RBW] scouting East Canyon

2013-07-13 Thread Evan Spacht
Hi folks, While it was Flickr friends that introduced me to the RivOwnerBunch, this is my first venture into sharing my photosets here on the forum. Thought I'd more officially iintroduce myself to my fellow Riv folks here, and maybe connect to those interested in Flickr at the same time.

[RBW] Re: AHH For Sale

2013-07-09 Thread Evan Spacht
I'm rather confused by the way this item is listed. While this bike is way too big for me, this is the type of place where we would probably encourage a friend to buy it if only we knew the details good luck, I'm sure you will make someone very happy with this excellent bike. On Tuesday,

[RBW] Re: Terrible News

2013-07-09 Thread Evan Spacht
I never knew, or had the pleasure of corresponding with Seth. This is heart breaking ride safe everyone. On Tuesday, July 9, 2013 12:03:07 PM UTC-7, Peter Pesce wrote: via Twitter: *ThePathLessPedaled* @*pathlesspedaled*

[RBW] Re: Terrible News

2013-07-09 Thread Evan Spacht
While I never knew, or had the pleasure of corresponding with Seth, this is still heart breaking. Ride safe folks, -Evan -- 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

[RBW] Re: First Riv in the wild

2013-07-08 Thread Evan Spacht
Would you consider a bike shop 'The Wild' ? There may be a better chance of encountering another Rivendell at a shop than on the road... Anyhow, while having some work done at the Golden Saddle Cyclery in Silverlake , a fellow came in with a 60+ cm Hilsen of the same vintage as mine. Weird!

[RBW] Re: Introduction: My name is Evan and I ride a Hillborne

2013-07-08 Thread Evan Spacht
Greetings from one Evan to another! -Evan S. (just outside of) LA, CA -- 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: Do you find you ride slower with Albas than with drops?

2013-07-07 Thread Evan Spacht
No. I recently made the swich to Albatross bars from Noodles. For me this was a big improvement in the comfort category; meaning better endurance, and therefore, going a more consistant pace. Not only did the Albatross improve steering and leverage, but the rounded part up front is perfect

[RBW] Re: poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

2013-07-07 Thread Evan Spacht
medium wald basket zip-tied newbaum'd to a Nitto Mark's Rack. Grab-Sack usually resides in there. Nitto 'top rack' R-14 in the rear, waiting for a large sackville. On Friday, July 5, 2013 7:13:07 AM UTC-7, NWAJack wrote: So a while back there was a RR article about what they were carrying

[RBW] WTB : Riv Hat, Saddlesack Large

2013-07-06 Thread Evan Spacht
Hi folks, Is anyone trying to sell a Saddlesack Large? also, I lost my old kelly green RBW Hat and would love to replace it! Thanks! Evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] WTB : Riv Hat, Saddlesack Large

2013-07-06 Thread Evan Spacht
:) :) :) On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 2:10 PM, Evan Spacht evan@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Hi folks, Is anyone trying to sell a Saddlesack Large? also, I lost my old kelly green RBW Hat and would love to replace it! Thanks! Evan -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

2013-07-05 Thread Evan Spacht
my one bike: 47cm Toyo A.Homer Hilsen -- 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 group,

[RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-27 Thread Evan Spacht
Count me in for the Riv Ramble Scramble. Thought it was this weekend but I neglected to read the 'July' part of the date. -Evan On Tuesday, June 4, 2013 10:53:02 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Damn Andy and his rumbling shenanigans now there needs to be a rumble in Cal. Slight talks on

[RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-20 Thread Evan Spacht
Hi folks, I was curious if there's anyone driving up from the LA area who would be willing to let me tag along. I'd love to join in for this one, but without a car, and limited resources, it could be difficult getting up there. Has anyone used the Amtrak ? kindly, Evan -- You received this

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville SaddleSack Small Grey - $75

2013-04-09 Thread Evan Spacht
Beardpapa, I'm interested . I recently purchased a Nitto Toprack, but I'm sort of thinking that a Saddlebag would be more useful. Would you be interested in making a trade? On Monday, April 8, 2013 7:42:28 PM UTC-7, Beardpapa wrote: Haven't used it and need to sell. Msg me if you're

[RBW] FS - Nitto Noodle Cockpit $135

2013-04-07 Thread Evan Spacht
Hi folks, I purchased my Homer a few months ago, and I have since replaced the 'cockpit' for an Albatross set-up. I'm looking to sell : 41cm Nitto Noodle bar, Nitto Tallux Stem (26mm, 9cm), Tektro Interrupter Levers, and Shimano brake levers. This stuff is all new and would retail for $230.

Re: [RBW] Re: April 7 SoCal Rive Ride in Ventura

2013-04-07 Thread Evan Spacht
Hi David, Hugh - thanks for helping me get to this ride! Really can't wait to meet some other SoCal Rivendell folk. See you tomorrow! -Evan On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 6:35:35 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Or Private Message :-) But your's sounds better. Best, Hugh On Wednesday, April 3,