[RBW] Re: Tucson Stolen Bike Alert

2018-04-25 Thread Matt Gilkey
> > Matt, > Sorry to hear about your bikes. I will do my best to keep an eye out. Fortunately they are both very distinct bikes. I understand your pain, having had 2 bikes stolen in Tucson. I agree with everyone's advice with checking local bike stores. I would also advise posting a notice

[RBW] FS/Feeler Jones Truss fork

2017-06-29 Thread Matt Gilkey
Posting to see if anyone would be interested in purchasing a Jeff Jones Truss fork. I have it on an older Jamis frame and have been very happy with it, but am now saving to buy a full Jones frame set. Fits 135 mm front hub, I am using a Paul whub. I believe it can fit 29+ tires but I am runnin

[RBW] My Debate

2016-12-12 Thread Matt Gilkey
I have owned a 56 cm Atlantis and I currently own a Jeff Lyon L'avecaise. I loved the Atlantis and primarily used it as a mountain bike. If I were forced to own only one bike I would have to pick the Atlantis for it's versatility. That being said I absolutely love my L'avecaise, and will never

[RBW] Tucson S24O suggestions

2016-09-06 Thread Matt Gilkey
Hello Matt, It will vary depending on what part of town you are in. Unfortunately there is a lack of dispersed camping near town. There are quite a few nice campgrounds along Mt Lemmon highway. The pepper sauce campground on the north side of Mount Lemmon is nice with lots of shade and not too

[RBW] Re: Pondering fatherhood

2016-02-11 Thread Matt Gilkey
Congratulations and Good luck Jim!! As a father of two sons, two and four, and working full time while going to grad school I have to say that becoming a parent is the single most difficult thing I have ever done. But it is by far the most rewarding thing I have ever done, and has changed me

[RBW] Wheel Set Price Drop $200

2016-02-05 Thread Matt Gilkey
Excellent wheelset I just never use it and want to see it go to a good home. 650b Wheel set: $200 shipped CONUS - Shimano Dura ace 7700 (I think) rear hub 8/9 speed 130mm. Ultegra front hub. 32 spokes for both. Generic Shimano quick release skewers. Pacenti PL23 650b rims. These are the fi

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b wheels, Nitto Rack, Hetre tires

2016-02-04 Thread Matt Gilkey
Hello, Tires sold and rack spoken for by Marty. Just wheel set left. Thanks. On Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 1:21:18 PM UTC-7, MartyG wrote: > PM sent for the rack... > > Nitto M12 Rack: $45 shipped CONUS >> >> -For canti brakes. Includes Nitto rack mounting bolts. Light mount on >> right

[RBW] FS: 650b wheels, Nitto Rack, Hetre tires

2016-02-04 Thread Matt Gilkey
650b Wheel set: $265 shipped CONUS - Shimano Dura ace 7700 (I think) rear hub 8/9 speed 130mm. Ultegra front hub. 32 spokes for both. Generic Shimano quick release skewers. Pacenti PL23 650b rims. These are the first run rims which had problems with the eyelets cracking. The eyelets are b

[RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

2014-06-16 Thread Matt Gilkey
I converted my mountain bike to a 1x9 setup and really loved it, but I occasionally dropped the chain. I tried various retention devices and finally went to a wide-narrow chain ring like this one. http://www.raceface.com/components/rings/rings/single-ring-narrow-wide/ It works great, and I hav

[RBW] Re: FS Acorn bag, Paul Brakes, Shimano Shifters, Silver Shifters

2014-04-16 Thread Matt Gilkey
> Both the bag and silver shifters are taken pending payment. Paul brakes > and Shimano shifters are still available. -- 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] FS Acorn bag, Paul Brakes, Shimano Shifters, Silver Shifters

2014-04-16 Thread Matt Gilkey
Hello, Here are a few parts for sale. I have tried to take good pictures and describe them accurately, but everything is used so please ask questions if you have any. All prices include shipping to the lower 48. Thanks. -Matt https://picasaweb.google.com/116766706625339314401/ForSale41

[RBW] FS: Bridgestone RB-1, Acorn Bag, Nitto, Silver Shifters, Wool Jerseys

2013-10-23 Thread Matt Gilkey
Hello, Here are a few things for sale. All prices include shipping to the lower 48. I have tried to be as accurate as possible with the descriptions and photos. I really want people to be happy with their purchases so please ask questions. Payment via paypal, or check/money order if you are

[RBW] HELP...last minute Rivendell paint decision!

2013-06-10 Thread Matt Gilkey
Green. -- 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-owners-bunch

[RBW] New to me Atlantis

2013-06-06 Thread Matt Gilkey
Erl, I am so happy you like the bike. The build looks awesome! I really like how the bike looks with those big apples. I am glad to see the Atlantis went to a good home. I hope you have many more enjoyable miles with the bike. -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] FS White Industries Wheelset Panceti Pari moto tires

2013-06-03 Thread Matt Gilkey
I'll take just the tires if they are available. Thanks. -Matt -- 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: Looking for Velo Orange Crank FS

2013-05-08 Thread Matt Gilkey
Hello, I posted this one for sale if that is what you are looking for. It is still available. Velo Orange Grand Cru 50.4 bcd Crank set (Version 1) 46-30 $75.00 (I found the second dust cap). * https://plus.google.com/photos/116766706625339314401/albums/5873072009263809201#photos/116766706625

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Phil Wood, Carradice, Sugino, Campy, and more....

2013-05-07 Thread Matt Gilkey
Sold, sorry. -- 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-owners

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Phil Wood, Carradice, Sugino, Campy, and more....

2013-05-03 Thread Matt Gilkey
> > Hello, > > Thanks for all of the responses. Sold a lot of stuff and everyone has been great. Here is what is left. All prices include shipping. Thanks. -Nitto moustache 25.4 clamp, tape residue and lots of scratches in clamp area $35.00 -Phil wood Bottom Bracket 108mm, approx 2,000 mi

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Phil Wood, Carradice, Sugino, Campy, and more....

2013-05-02 Thread Matt Gilkey
> > Sorry I forgot to include the wheel size, big oversight on my part. They >>> are 26 inches, and I have dropped the price to $325.00 shipped. Thanks for >>> all of the responses. A lot of the items have been sold and everyone has >>> been a pleasure to deal with. I will post an updated list

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Phil Wood, Carradice, Sugino, Campy, and more....

2013-05-02 Thread Matt Gilkey
t; > On Wednesday, May 1, 2013 10:43:06 PM UTC-7, Matt Gilkey wrote: >> >> OK, here we go again.. >> >> >> >> Hello, >> >> My name is Matt and I have a problem. In addition to bikes, I like bike >> parts. Parts made in America. Parts m

[RBW] FS: Nitto, Phil Wood, Carradice, Sugino, Campy, and more....

2013-05-01 Thread Matt Gilkey
OK, here we go again.. Hello, My name is Matt and I have a problem. In addition to bikes, I like bike parts. Parts made in America. Parts made in Japan. Oh, any parts really. Shiny pretty ones. And bike frames. And tires. I like those too. So in an attempt to change my bicycle rela

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm Atlantis

2013-04-18 Thread Matt Gilkey
Frame and stem are sold! Thanks for all of the interest. If anyone is interested in the wheelset please let me know. Will be posting the parts and many others for sale soon. -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsub

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm Atlantis

2013-04-16 Thread Matt Gilkey
. > On Tuesday, April 16, 2013 1:57:30 AM UTC-5, Matt Gilkey wrote: > >> Hello, >> >> >> My name is Matt and I have a problem. I love bikes. Steel >> ones. Lugged ones . Oooh green ones, I really like green bikes. As a result >> I have too m

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm Atlantis

2013-04-16 Thread Matt Gilkey
Sorry about the link not working - should be fixed now. Thanks for letting me know! On Monday, April 15, 2013 11:57:30 PM UTC-7, Matt Gilkey wrote: > > Hello, > > > My name is Matt and I have a problem. I love bikes. Steel > ones. Lugged ones . Oooh green ones, I

[RBW] FS: 56 cm Atlantis

2013-04-15 Thread Matt Gilkey
Hello, My name is Matt and I have a problem. I love bikes. Steel ones. Lugged ones . Oooh green ones, I really like green bikes. As a result I have too many bikes and would like to get down to just two. So I am selling my Atlantis, which I never thought I would do. It is a gre

Re: [RBW] Fattest/supplest 700c tires for my S1

2013-01-21 Thread Matt Gilkey
I love the Grand Bois Cypres 700x32. Very cushy ride and I have not had any durability issues. -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunc

Re: [RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-11-01 Thread Matt Gilkey
I have just one. It is one of Frank Brose's 56cm Atlantises. It absoutley the best bike I own. Thanks Frank. -Matt G. Tucson, AZ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.go

[RBW] Re: Bike Camping - DIY Chuck-Wagon Style Trailer

2012-02-21 Thread Matt Gilkey
I have to say that pop up one is kind of cool. That green may even match my bicycle. On Feb 21, 9:30 am, jimD wrote: > Ah, but downwind -  life would be sweet. > Steep descents might present a challenge. > Ascents would be brutal. > Seems to be a flatlander rig. > -JimD > On Feb 21, 2012, at 8:0

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smyth Big Loafer, Nitto R-15, Technomic Standard

2012-02-16 Thread Matt Gilkey
Price dropped to $85 shipped to the lower 48. Next stop ebay. On Feb 14, 7:28 pm, Matt Gilkey wrote: > Rack and stem are sold.  Nigel Smythe big loafer in green tweed is > still available.  Price reduced to $100 shipped.  Thanks. > > On Feb 14, 2:45 pm, "mikel66...

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smyth Big Loafer, Nitto R-15, Technomic Standard

2012-02-15 Thread Matt Gilkey
Rack and stem are sold. Nigel Smythe big loafer in green tweed is still available. Price reduced to $100 shipped. Thanks. On Feb 14, 2:45 pm, "mikel66...@juno.com" wrote: > matt, > im interested in the big loaf. i have a Nigel bag that sorta has a greenish > tint. some of your pics have a blu

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smyth Big Loafer, Nitto R-15, Technomic Standard

2012-02-15 Thread Matt Gilkey
It is the green tweed color. Thanks. On Feb 14, 2:45 pm, "mikel66...@juno.com" wrote: > matt, > im interested in the big loaf. i have a Nigel bag that sorta has a greenish > tint. some of your pics have a blue tint and some green. is the loafer the > greenish tint? > mike goldman > warwick,r.i

[RBW] FS: Nigel Smyth Big Loafer, Nitto R-15, Technomic Standard

2012-02-14 Thread Matt Gilkey
for a handlebar bag like an acorn or berthoud. I will sell the bag and rack combined for $160. I use paypal. Please contact me off list if interested. Thanks -Matt Gilkey -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To po