[RBW] Anyone selling a 48cm quickbeam?

2023-07-19 Thread Manuel Acosta
Any condition. With or without wheels. -- 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 view this

[RBW] Re: RIP Susie Longbolts

2021-08-13 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hey Ben Sorry about bike stuff. Maybe check with a frame builder and ask if you can do a custom with the frame. Maybe cheaper than a new bike? On Friday, August 13, 2021 at 12:09:42 PM UTC-7 benjami...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: IMG_0839.jpeg]My dear friend Susie Longbolts, whom many of you >

[RBW] Re: FS: WTT Cheviot Take-offs (Silver cranks/grips/brooks)

2020-10-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Interested in the brooks saddle if its still for sale? Manny On Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 7:45:07 PM UTC-7 frankie garcia wrote: > Just purchased a beautiful Cheviot and i seem to have some parts i need > traded or sold. > > Silver Crank. Triple 184mm ARMS! -$120 very minty > Willing to

[RBW] Re: Almost FS: Riv Hubbuhubbuh (HHH) tandem, size small

2019-05-21 Thread Manuel Acosta
Email sent On Monday, May 20, 2019 at 7:36:57 AM UTC-7, G.E. wrote: > > Last night, we attempted to get as many photos taken of the HHH as it will > be sold before our rain started (again), so I must apologize if they seem a > bit haphazard, but hopefully, we were able to capture as many areas

[RBW] Stockholm/Amsterdam/Copenhagen recommendations/meet-ups?

2019-03-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
My wife and I are heading out to Stockholm/Amsterdam/Copenhagen during spring break. Any recommendations or suggestions on things we can do? We had interest in just renting bikes out and exploring. Manny Acosta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Call for bicycling pics – for Photo Mural

2018-12-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hey Andy! Why don't you ask folks at Rivendell? Would be cool to highlight their photography and bikes. maybe give some folks at your work some insight on rivendell. Otherwise you are more then welcome to use my photos on my flickr. just let me know which ones. Manny On Saturday, December

[RBW] New Riv Mountain Bike

2018-09-15 Thread Manuel Acosta
Pictures prove that it wasn't a triple brake mtn bike. (double linear pull brakes with a single rear disk brake) https://flic.kr/s/aHsmsvKNRx -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Rivendell West and East Meet Up

2018-08-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
This list has been a shinning light of my life. Meeting so many new people from so many different parts of the world. Sharing a connection of a great bike company and great ethos its great to have a connection with folks with Rivendell because you always know you'll meet great people. Thanks

[RBW] Re: Anyone tried Brooks rubber Cambium bartape?

2018-07-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
Meh. Like cotton shellac tape when its worned it. I have some on my hillborne and I'm not too impress. On Thursday, July 26, 2018 at 10:50:33 AM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Also remember I am asking about the rubber cambium, not the cambium that > is same texture as the cambium saddles.

[RBW] In Japan! Any recommendations?

2018-07-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
We'll be bikeless, and will be in Tyoko for a week then Kyoto. Blug Lug, Sim Works watch a Kerin race, planning on taking a tile class in Kyoto. Any other recommendations of things to see or do? Anyone in Japan that would like to have coffee? Manny -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] FS: Riv Baggins Hobo and Banana bags + Brooks D shaped leather seat bag

2018-03-17 Thread Manuel Acosta
Im interested in that hobo bag and banana bag! pmed Manny On Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 8:52:08 AM UTC-7, Doug Way wrote: > > Hi- > > Just bought a new Sackville banana bag for my Atlantis, have a couple of > bags that need new homes. Pictures are here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmcvbW5J > > 1.

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags - Fabio's Chest, RoadRunner, Revelate

2017-11-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
PM'd Manny On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 8:03:37 AM UTC-8, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > All prices include CONUS shipping. Photos here > . > > UltraSwift Fabio's Chest, Large. NIB. $195 > RoadRunner Bags Jammer, Jumbo. Rust Cordura.

Re: [RBW] Key Characteristics of a #mannyride

2017-06-28 Thread Manuel Acosta
Kurt said egg farts. Manny On Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 10:56:19 AM UTC-7, Clayton.sf wrote: > > ... and some of those spoke rattlers that make you hunt the mistery click > for an our. > > clayton scott > SF, CA > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Trade Goat Horn Handlebars for B903 BULLMOOSE BAR

2017-06-08 Thread Manuel Acosta
Not sweepy enough for me. If you want to trade lmk. 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: RBW Garage Sale scores

2016-08-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
Awesome time. https://flic.kr/s/aHskFSACkF On Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 9:41:51 PM UTC-7, franklyn wrote: > > I got a brown Riv sweatshirt, 3 small pink wooly warm T-shirts for my > wife, several hubs, Altus crankset, silver thumbies, handlebar tape, nitto > seatpost, and two 650b rims.

[RBW] Re: FS: 1994 MB-1 49cm

2016-08-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
Bump. And price lower'd if you can tell me a good good joke. 100$ off if the joke is good. Manny On Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 8:16:05 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Pre-garage sale purging. > > Would love to sell it local but am willing to ship. > > > https://

[RBW] Re: RBW -garage sale

2016-08-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
Agreed. On that note... I'm going to be bringing a huge 30 cup coffee percolator with coffee. Someone bring dairy or non-dairy option. Sugar would help too... Also provide your own cups. On Friday, August 26, 2016 at 9:01:08 PM UTC-7, Abcyclehank wrote: > > A bad time to be non-local to

[RBW] FS: 1994 MB-1 49cm

2016-08-23 Thread Manuel Acosta
Pre-garage sale purging. Would love to sell it local but am willing to ship. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/albums/72157671659189260 $500 Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Trade: Large Sackville for Medium Sackville?

2016-08-03 Thread Manuel Acosta
Straight up. Color is olive. On Monday, August 1, 2016 at 4:11:27 PM UTC-7, Will Ashe wrote: > > Straight up trade? What color? -- 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] Trade: Large Sackville for Medium Sackville?

2016-07-31 Thread Manuel Acosta
Long shot maybe. Got a good used large sackville one side zipper is broken. Might be able to be fixed. But doesn't hurt it not fixing it. Bag is too big for my needs. Thinking a medium would be better. Any takers? I'll get up to take pictures if needed. Manny. -- You received this

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Sackville GrabSack - Olive - $40

2016-07-14 Thread Manuel Acosta
Nearly new... Well loved... Pre-broken in... Rustic feeling... Craftily artisan beasuage... meh. Used Rivendell Sackville GrabSack At some point I pull the shoulder strap out. Go figure you aren't allow use it as paracord for a hammock. Bag works fine. Got repaired by Grant via speedy

[RBW] RBW List takes over West Point Inn

2016-06-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
Someone needs to write report on this. Such a great time, really hard to wrap my head and write something about it. Pictures proved that Jackie is the Lady of the Mountain and if she says you should cook a steak... You cook that steak. https://flic.kr/s/aHskyWDBzS Manny -- You received

[RBW] Re: Rich's Horsie

2016-06-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Great photo of Mr.Rich. Always good peoples. On Monday, June 20, 2016 at 4:23:57 PM UTC-7, Evan Baird wrote: > > > http://somafab.blogspot.com/2016/06/hands-on-wheels-x-rivendell-appaloosa.html > > >

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Tandem

2016-06-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Tandem looks good. Rides good with the proper captain and stoker. Will and Roman can attest. Pictures proved that tandems are not slow up dirt roads (when you have the proper captain and stoker) https://flic.kr/s/aHskCvrS8H Manny "The stoker makes no mistakes" Acosta -- You received this

[RBW] Pre-ride before Westpoint Inn Takeover?

2016-06-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Off from school. House is in good working order. Plans are set for west point in ride up to tam on Friday, staying till sunday morningish. Anyone down for a pre-ride in the east bay Thursday? Manny -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on Cambium?

2016-06-13 Thread Manuel Acosta
I bent mine already. https://flic.kr/p/H7ww3z -- 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

[RBW] FS: Omar's 1993ish MB-1 @ Manifesto Bikes

2016-06-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
Posting for good buddy Omar at Manifesto Bikes in Oakland. 1993ish Mb-1 Goodish condition. No dents or cracks. Pictures Proved that things are for sale. https://flic.kr/s/aHskC33Bcj Give manifesto a call, tell them their shop is cool, ask for Omar, tell them Manny sent you. (510) 595-1155

[RBW] Re: Hat quest

2016-04-09 Thread Manuel Acosta
You could take cycling hat and repurpose it for you needs. John Potis from SF Randonneurs had a great idea for making a bucket hat https://flic.kr/p/uynx63 He also tried a bill on both sides. https://flic.kr/p/pa6KKp Reminds me of one of the pedicabers who had a deerstalker hat wool and

[RBW] Re: First S24O of 2016, and first on my Appaloosa, tonight!

2016-04-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
Give me a call if you guys need anything I'm literally down the street on chabot road. You should still have my number... On Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 11:53:12 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > My 14 year old son is on Spring Break, and one of the things he wanted to > do was go on an S24O.

[RBW] Re: Hat quest

2016-04-06 Thread Manuel Acosta
Pictures proved that Hats are good on turtles https://flic.kr/p/xvJbxj On Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 10:40:44 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > http://www.tilley.com/us_en/men/hats/warm-weather/tmh55-mash-up.html > > After losing my 7 year old rei waxed cotton hat during the h

[RBW] Re: Hat quest

2016-04-06 Thread Manuel Acosta
http://www.tilley.com/us_en/men/hats/warm-weather/tmh55-mash-up.html After losing my 7 year old rei waxed cotton hat during the honey moon, I too was on a quest for The One Hat. A buddy recommended Tilley's I wanted pretty much the same thing you wanted and found that the Tilley Hat TMH55

[RBW] Classy s240 and tandem tragedy averted.

2016-03-22 Thread Manuel Acosta
House buying stuff is winding down. And losing sleep due to all the stress. Felt that it was good time to spent my last weekend sleeping outside. Typical after rain muddiness and cow ruttyiness was the price we paid for amazing morning of no fog and beautiful sunrise. Stopped by RivHQ and BBH

[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

2016-03-14 Thread Manuel Acosta
On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 9:34:14 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote: > > I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to > sell. It's kind of a spring cleaning kind of thing as I collect money for > the up coming Legolas I'm going to order. > > Nitto Bosco Bullmoose bar with

[RBW] Re: FS: Tires - Big Ones, BG Rock/Roads, 650b Knards

2016-02-29 Thread Manuel Acosta
Dav, If the Knards are still for sale I'll take them for 40$ Manny On Sunday, February 28, 2016 at 2:37:53 PM UTC-8, David Banzer wrote: > > Selling tires I'll probably regret in a month, but they're not on a bike, > so off they go. > > Paypal Personal on these please, or cover fees. Shipping

[RBW] Re: NAHBS Rivendell Owner's Bunch/iBOB Social Ride--Sat 2/27 5:30pm

2016-02-21 Thread Manuel Acosta
I might be free. Wrestling depends on where or not I make it. Manny On Sunday, February 21, 2016 at 7:49:43 PM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote: > > Bump. Who's coming to NAHBS? I'm organizing a little git together for > Riv/iBOB folks on Saturday evening. > > On Thursday, February 11, 2016 at

[RBW] Wow. California gets mud.

2016-01-24 Thread Manuel Acosta
It's been a while. But with marriage and house looking. Bike photos becomes secondary. Anyways. Breaking news! When you get a week of rain, after a 5 year drought in California, the trails won't be dry. Pictures proved that there was mudd and the ride was a sub10 miler:

[RBW] Summer Skool Sessions #3 – North Bay Route

2015-09-30 Thread Manuel Acosta
The BoyzontheHoods always delivers. Last Summer Skool session. Good times. Hands still feel a little numb from Bolinas ridge. But still good times. Pictures Proved that you have to commit to the rut. https://flic.kr/s/aHskhDAnCi Manny " The Strap" Acosta -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Confession! I bought a mountain bike

2015-09-30 Thread Manuel Acosta
Welcome to the Dark Side. And apparently it comes with front suspension On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 5:21:26 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > A couple months back I put 5 bikes up for sale, needing to sell 2. Turns > out I sold 3. I needed to raise funds and also clear garage space for

[RBW] Riv Picnic.

2015-09-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Good day for bikes, eating and meeting folks also lug tossing/fishing. Bad day for kites. Pictures proved that lug fishing is the only type of fishing needed. https://www.flickr.com/gp/mannyacosta/2AsPT8 Mashley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: September 20 Marin Headlands/Pre Rivendell picnic ride

2015-09-17 Thread Manuel Acosta
If the wifey isnt doing better i might join solo. I have a route in mind that is fairly short and fun. Otherwise We'll see you at the picnic On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:58:50 AM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > Absolutely. All bike are welcome. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Sep 14, 2015, at

[RBW] Mashley Overnight #2 New Brighton.

2015-09-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
On my first bike tour down the coast one of our last stops was at New Brighton. A magical place where the hiker/biker campsite sit above a bluff with a short trail down the the beach where campfires and beautiful ocean await. I always known from that moment that place was special. Last year

[RBW] Re: SF Randonneurs 100k mixed terrain populaire, Sat. Sept. 12

2015-09-11 Thread Manuel Acosta
ide 55ish MILES( b/c USA rulez) Mixed terrain 930ish at the GG cafe <https://instagram.com/p/7eRvkBE6es/> A photo posted by Manuel Acosta (@mannyacosta) on Sep 10, 2015 at 7:11pm PDT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] So why no Titanium Wald basket?

2015-09-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
This being the third one I've wrecked. I'm wondering if theres a better option. Maybe the folks here that work with Titanium can tell me. Why no Titanium Wald Basket? Price? Weird welds? TOO light? Picture proved that nothing last. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/shares/79c07y Manny

[RBW] Re: Dessert under the eaves - Rivelo PDX - Thursday

2015-09-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Damn. PDX Rivendell ride? Sounds dope. Now all you need is a cool flyer. With On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 6:20:16 AM UTC-7, John A. Bennett wrote: > > We'll be there! > > > > On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 3:07:13 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: >> >> It’s a simple plan… >> >> Vegan

Re: [RBW] Re: Going to be in SF, looking for the Rivendell Experience

2015-08-30 Thread Manuel Acosta
Go for both. See if u can test ride a bike from BBH or from HQ. Plenty of food dinner options around the area. Good riding 15 minutes away. I was thinking of heading over there tomorrow afternoon after work. Maybe if I can convince the wife. PM if you around the area. Manny On Friday,

[RBW] Re: Mark Nobilette Frame ( small) and Fork for sale

2015-08-30 Thread Manuel Acosta
O. Pictures? On Saturday, August 29, 2015 at 7:42:13 AM UTC-7, Santosh Iyer wrote: 1986 columbus SL lugged in excellent condition ( almost NOS, built once barely ridden) . 49 cm st and 54 cm tt. Black with white decals. I have an email from Mark himself confirming the provenance.

[RBW] Re: (Not OT) carrying a camera on a bike

2015-08-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
https://peakdesign.com/store/slide I like carrying my camera via shoulder strap. But having the connector attached so that the camera points down. So far so good. No issues yet On Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 9:44:24 AM UTC-7, Jason Leach wrote: Hello all, How do people safely carry a

[RBW] Re: Can a Blue Sam stand up to these kinds of dirt trails?

2015-08-17 Thread Manuel Acosta
Agreed. You'll be fine as long as you know you're limits and take in slow if you need to -- 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: Weekend s24o report - Waist deep swamp! Poison Ivy! Bloody and Bruised!

2015-08-10 Thread Manuel Acosta
Sounds good! On Monday, August 10, 2015 at 9:04:54 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: So this weekend I had an opportunity to head out on a quick s24o with my two friends Graham and Jason. We decided we'd head out on Saturday toward a lovely Provincial Park about 40km outside of the city. We

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Summit of the Patricks

2015-08-06 Thread Manuel Acosta
Looks good I like The Patricks Riding. On Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 1:24:42 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: We navigated the logistics and met at Rampart Reservoir while Patrick of the Moore was here in the highlands. After mastering the astrophysics of disk brakes and the sun spot

[RBW] Re: Finally done it.

2015-08-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
Love stories like this. Clem is a solid bike. You'll dig 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Re: You might be a Riv owner if you...

2015-08-02 Thread Manuel Acosta
... getting funny looks from roadies for climbing in sandals... ... getting funny looks from DownHill Mountain bikers as you ride down technical single track with a basket full of school supplies... ... getting no looks as you stop by the grocery store to pick up food for the week -- You

[RBW] Re: Shameless Self Promotion from Bruce Gordon Cycles

2015-07-28 Thread Manuel Acosta
Put my order in. After crashing for the third time I need new tires that have some type of grip. On Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at 9:54:24 AM UTC-7, bgcycles wrote: Since many Rivendell riders are running 650b tires - I thought I would announce the Sale on your Newsgroup I'm having a SALE on

[RBW] Stolen Fuji Touring bike in San Diego.

2015-07-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
For those San Diego folks.. 3ish hours old. Sad news about good buddy Nick Sigmon. Who was on his first bike tour on his one month year old Fuji Touring bike. Friends, I have some sad news to share: yesterday in Long Beach, my bike (Rosa) and much of my gear were stolen, so I will be

[RBW] Re: tandem captain advice?

2015-07-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Having only had the Mashley Tandem for so long I know just as much I can read. This was a great read. From Bill McCready of Santana Tandems. http://www.precisiontandems.com/artpropermethod.htm On Monday, July 20, 2015 at 5:10:21 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote: This might be somewhat OT, but

[RBW] Re: PBP Training Weekend

2015-07-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Good luck with PBP Eric! Looking forward to seeing pictures of randofriends sleeping. in ditches On Monday, July 20, 2015 at 10:07:51 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: Not on a Riv, but I did choose a classic lugged steel Singer for a weekend of riding in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, and Marin

[RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

2015-07-14 Thread Manuel Acosta
Thats how those rumors start and reputations are made. Soon folks will start calling them Eunice Rides where they will say you don't just get dropped you get abandoned. Saying you'll break cameras on rides all the time. Saying that the lady Eunce is crazy! These rides actually sound like a lot

[RBW] Re: ride of remembrance

2015-07-14 Thread Manuel Acosta
Thats how those rumors start and reputations are made. Soon folks will start calling them Eunice Rides where they will say you don't just get dropped you get abandoned. Saying you'll break cameras on rides all the time. Saying that the lady Eunice s These rides actually sound like a lot of

[RBW] Meanwhile in Toranto...

2015-07-09 Thread Manuel Acosta
http://www.buzzfeed.com/craigsilverman/people-in-toronto-created-a-memorial-to-a-dead-raccoon-after?bffbtrendingutm_term=4ldqphx#.wmOnKXK9w You ask about Riv content... Fellow list member's tweet is featured here... Also it's hilarious . Manny -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Not all that glitters is gold...

2015-07-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
And so the beautiful summer of San Francisco is upon us... Meaning foggy, cold and wet. PERect time to go on an overnight in the headlands. Good buddies Tony and Bridgette make their way up from the Peninsula to do a quick easy overnight with thoughts of epic shred session afterwords. With

[RBW] Re: Question about Imperial saddles

2015-07-07 Thread Manuel Acosta
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/16949009642/in/photolist-rPJ75b Its not as much as one without the cutout. But its not noticable. I so far like the cambium carved is pretty good substitute -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Community

2015-07-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Agreed. Pretty solid community. Not everywhere you can a bunch of weirdos on bikes. On Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at 4:37:51 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: Amen! Clearly I post too much. I'm stepping off watch soon and the Patrick of the Moore will be taking over for your hourly posting

[RBW] Re: FS: 650B wheelset -- Deore LX to Velocity Synergy

2015-06-29 Thread Manuel Acosta
Great looking wheelset! For those looking for a deal this is it. On Monday, June 29, 2015 at 8:21:56 AM UTC-7, Carlin Eng wrote: Hi all, I have a 650B wheelset up for sale. The front is a Deore LX hub laced to a 32 spoke Velocity Synergy rim. The rear is a Deore LX hub (8/9/10 speed

[RBW] Re: BoyzontheHoods Summer Skool Sessions #2 – Peninsula MTBrevet

2015-06-29 Thread Manuel Acosta
Fiber Spoke worked like a charm. Second time he used the same fiber spoke. Irving P does a great write up about the whole ride http://www.boyzonthehoods.com/?p=2704 On Monday, June 29, 2015 at 3:57:29 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: I like that pic as the header. All those different poses make a

[RBW] Re: Recommend R559 pads please

2015-06-28 Thread Manuel Acosta
Kool stops are the only stop. http://www.blackmtncycles.com/2013/03/get-most-out-of-your-canit-brake.html On Saturday, June 27, 2015 at 9:44:27 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: The standard black ones are bad in the wet. I found the red Yokozunas better, but not tons better. After sitting

[RBW] BoyzontheHoods Summer Skool Sessions #2 – Peninsula MTBrevet

2015-06-28 Thread Manuel Acosta
Big group. 20+? All good variety of bikes These guys always plan the best route. Pretty much single track for 50% of the ride. Or at least it felt that way 3 flats 1 mechanic- - Broken Freewheel? How do you do that? 1 injured - Elbow scrappage. Jenny writes better.

Re: [RBW] BoyzontheHoods Summer Skool Sessions #2 – Peninsula MTBrevet

2015-06-28 Thread Manuel Acosta
and the even steeper uphill fire road.) I love that trail. On Sun, Jun 28, 2015 at 8:10 AM, Manuel Acosta manueljo...@hotmail.com javascript: wrote: Big group. 20+? All good variety of bikes These guys always plan the best route. Pretty much single track for 50% of the ride

[RBW] Re: Anne on the Great Divide

2015-06-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
If Anne can descend with plastic basket without losing all of her stuff. She'll be fine on the Great Divide. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/9461727881/ On Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 5:25:12 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: My hero!!! Safe travels, Anne. BB -- You received

[RBW] Re: WTB: MB-1 Parts

2015-06-22 Thread Manuel Acosta
Thanks folks for the reply. Respective sellers are being contacted. On Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 10:04:03 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Yesterdays ride has cemented the fact that I really need to build up this bike right. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/shares/fo154W

[RBW] Re: Stolen Rambouillet UPDATE!

2015-06-22 Thread Manuel Acosta
Solid. On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 2:54:48 PM UTC-7, Mark Wilkins wrote: Just spotted my blue ram, stolen in December, locked to a rack in downtown Harrisburg, PA. Waiting for police (1hr so far) Can't believe it! Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Summer Solstice Swift Campout, East Bay Edition

2015-06-21 Thread Manuel Acosta
Got picked to be a Navigator for Swifts Summer Solstice Campout. Good thing out good buddies Sean and Jenny of Rivendell Bicycle works got picked to be Navigators also. Why someone would pick me as a Navigator I have no idea. Specially since good buddy Emily hosted her own Not a Manny Ride to

[RBW] WTB: MB-1 Parts

2015-06-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Yesterdays ride has cemented the fact that I really need to build up this bike right. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/shares/fo154W Looking for the following items. Some I may need to help me survive the next ride, others I need just so that the bike would look cool. 1 threaded

[RBW] Re: WTB: MB-1 Parts

2015-06-20 Thread Manuel Acosta
Also new 26 non-disk wheelset. On Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 10:04:03 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Yesterdays ride has cemented the fact that I really need to build up this bike right. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/shares/fo154W Looking for the following items. Some I may

[RBW] This is why no one likes riding with me.

2015-05-31 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hot. Steep. Loose. Sunburnt. Tired. Ladyfriend says not to kill my friends as they are the only ones willing to ride with you. Pictures proved that when the sun is out guns are out: https://flic.kr/s/aHskckbxgC Manny I melt brains Acosta -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Visting Portland

2015-05-27 Thread Manuel Acosta
Don't go. Portland is horrible. People there are horrible. Food Horrible. Bike shops/beer bars/vintage mtbing museums are horrible. Don't go. Horrible. On Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 9:14:47 AM UTC-7, Kurt Manley wrote: My girlfriend and I are taking a road trip up to Portland in a couple

[RBW] Mashley S240: Half Moon Bay

2015-05-26 Thread Manuel Acosta
The lady-friend writes. We met some locals, listened to a home-made banjo around the campfire, made s'mores and slept by the beach. Also props for figuring out how to fit all my extra luggage on our bike! Pictures proved that tandem camping is the best type of camping.

[RBW] Re: Rivelo is opening!

2015-05-25 Thread Manuel Acosta
Store looks amazing! On Monday, May 25, 2015 at 6:09:39 PM UTC-7, Beth H wrote: I came, I saw, I enjoyed: http://bikelovejones1.blogspot.com/2015/05/theres-new-kid-in-town-rivelo.html Slow opening for now, official opening June 20. Fun, cute, lovely. Go and see. Beth -- Beth Hamon

[RBW] Re: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.

2015-05-22 Thread Manuel Acosta
Hammock is the way to go. Twine/paracord hammock if you want to live dangerously. https://flic.kr/p/afaezt I had a eno that ripped on me. I like Roo from Kammock. Really well made hammock and well thought out. A huge double nest hammock with gear loops along the edge so that you can

[RBW] Family Time is shred time.

2015-05-19 Thread Manuel Acosta
Been a while since the family went out on a bike ride together... We went to our local route and took our local trails. Glad to say that my family enjoys the same exact riding style. By the end of the ride my dad is doing hill repeats and trying to make jumps off a rock. Pictures proved that

[RBW] Re: FS: Ruthworks canvas front bag, panniers and seatbag

2015-05-18 Thread Manuel Acosta
I recall my dibs. Ladyfriend really like her baskets. On Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 8:17:38 AM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: Custom Ruthworks dark green canvas with honey leather full touring set. Front bag is 10 tall and 8 1/2 deep. I did mount and remove a Berthoud decaleur. Panniers

[RBW] Re: Just in time for the new Mad Max movie ...

2015-05-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
a href=https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/15784234388; title=TomB with his feet up by Manuel Acosta, on Flickrimg src=https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7489/15784234388_0aca5f4070_k.jpg; width=2048 height=1536 alt=TomB with his feet up/a On Friday, May 15, 2015 at 4:22:15 PM UTC-7, Patrick

[RBW] Re: Just in time for the new Mad Max movie ...

2015-05-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
[url=https://flic.kr/p/q3NjYd][img]https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7489/15784234388_0aca5f4070_k.jpg[/img][/url][url=https://flic.kr/p/q3NjYd]TomB with his feet up[/url] by [url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/]Manuel Acosta[/url], on Flickr On Friday, May 15, 2015 at 4:22:15 PM UTC-7

[RBW] Re: Just in time for the new Mad Max movie ...

2015-05-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
WEE https://flic.kr/p/q3NjYd On Friday, May 15, 2015 at 4:22:15 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: Newly be-fendered, and in a rush, thanks to recent rainy weather. Must fix that front fender line. Riv content: the fenders make the Fargo even more Rivendellian-ish-istic. Question: has

[RBW] The start of some solid tandem adventures.

2015-05-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
Testing riding the tandem with some good friends. Handles well on dirt, sand and road. Could be because of the amazing captain or the good looking stoker... If only Riv sold a tandem... Oh wait they are! Pictures prove that the one lug could rule them all: https://flic.kr/s/aHskbJgwxB Mashley

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for a multi-tool?

2015-05-15 Thread Manuel Acosta
http://www.lezyne.com/product-mtools-stainlesstools.php#.VVYyRdpViko Because you always need a knife. On Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 12:11:04 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: Specifically looking for something with wrenches on it for tightening fender stay nuts, etc. -- You received this message

[RBW] Mashley Tandem.

2015-05-11 Thread Manuel Acosta
Scored a sweet deal on a Santana Tandem that our size. Ended up testing the tandem with Amit. So you know it bomb proof if a 7 ft monster and I can mash through the streets of Sacramento. Some Bosco bars and brooks saddles and the bike positioning and handling is perfect. The intention was

Re: [RBW] FS: Ruthworks canvas front bag, panniers and seatbag

2015-05-11 Thread Manuel Acosta
I call dips at the end of the month. New tandem needs a set of bags. These could and should be recycled. Manny On Monday, May 11, 2015 at 6:56:42 AM UTC-7, danmc wrote: Bumping this thread as I bought the bag set from Mike and the front bag crowds the bars too much given the setup. So the

[RBW] Re: NEW LOOK FOR THE WEBSITE!!!!

2015-05-11 Thread Manuel Acosta
Kudos to the Photos. The one with the young lady rolling through a tree lined street is magical. Anyone know the info to this one? Manny On Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 6:27:05 AM UTC-7, cbone97 wrote: Check it out if you haven't already! Looks great! -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Photos: please consider providing link rather than attachment

2015-05-11 Thread Manuel Acosta
Wait you can get these messages via email? 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 to

[RBW] WTB: 650B wheels/rims

2015-05-05 Thread Manuel Acosta
Mike.I have a set I'm not using I wouldn't mind trading some some things pm me. 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] WTB: Used Honey Brooks b67

2015-05-04 Thread Manuel Acosta
Anyone have a used Honet Brooks b67? Trying to finishing this tandem, need one to make it looks cool. PM open of offers 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,

[RBW] WTB: nitto Campee front 700c

2015-05-04 Thread Manuel Acosta
Anyone have a Nitto Front Campee 700c ? Missed having a basket in front. 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: Anyone in Folsom free Sunday?

2015-05-03 Thread Manuel Acosta
://ridewithgps.com/routes/1636784 http://www.visitfolsom.com/!userfiles/pdf/FolsomBikeTrailMap.pdf https://www.traillink.com/trail/lake-natoma-trail.aspx http://www.onlinecycling.com/#!location/c1wl8 On Friday, May 1, 2015 at 5:06:42 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Coming up to Folsom around lunch

[RBW] Re: New ACW mugs inspired by the orange...

2015-05-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Always welcome! Anytime your in the bay area 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] Anyone in Folsom free Sunday?

2015-05-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Coming up to Folsom around lunch time to buy a tandem. Anyone free for a ride or maybe lunch? I hear good things about Folsom Lake... What to make the trip up kinda worth it. Imma bring my bike Even more important any food options that would make the 2 hour ride easier? Manny Itching to ride

[RBW] Re: Bay Area Palomares Loop Ride Sunday, May 3

2015-05-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Takes you to EBPD Land bank area and abandon rancho!! https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/sets/72157639715937195/ If you go up. go left then right down towards the valley... On Friday, May 1, 2015 at 12:14:46 AM UTC-7, Surlyprof wrote: There's a fire trail at the top for the

[RBW] Re: Manny/many Rivs in PDX

2015-04-19 Thread Manuel Acosta
Good times were had. First and most importantly we had the most gracious and outstanding AirBnb host of The Knotty Grotto. John and Darby, proud new owners to Rivelo PDX. Bike AND Record store!! No real opening yet. Super soft opening. Pretty sure details will follow soonish. Here's the website:

[RBW] Re: Easter Weekend Riding

2015-04-06 Thread Manuel Acosta
Solid. On Monday, April 6, 2015 at 10:41:42 AM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: Got invited along on a Saturday loop with some folks. The ride was pitched as easy and no-drop/regroup/no-one-left-behind.As soon as I walked through the door of the shop, I kinda had the feeling that I was in

[RBW] FS: Nitto 650B Campee Rack plus goodies AND Gran Compe GC-999 Cantilever Brakes

2015-04-05 Thread Manuel Acosta
Nitto 650B Campee Rack - $180 - Can come with broken wald basket. - Missing one M5 bolt on right bottom pannier attachment. Gran Compe GC-999 Cantilever Brakes (SET) - $160 - These are actually in good shape. - Comes with Brand new Inland TRP Brakes ($40 dollar value) Pick-up Available in

[RBW] Can I call dibs?

2015-03-10 Thread Manuel Acosta
Theres a 52cm Betty Foy up on the site. Fiancee sent me the link. I get home and after making amazing dinner in which I thank her she quickly replies, You know what would be really nice if for all my hardwork on the day of the wedding theres a Betty Foy with a bow that says for my lovely wife.

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