A couple weeks ago, I got this email from a guy named Phil:
Hello John,
You don't know me John. I live in Spokane Valley, and I follow your cycling escapades on "Cycling Spokane". I can tell you like Bridgestone bikes. I'm looking for a loving home for a nice RB-T. :-)
I used to be a serious cyclist, but now I have a bit of a heart problem. The medication I take doesn't allow much vigorous exercise.
Long-distance, loaded touring was one of the things I used to enjoy the most. Especially in British Columbia and places north, where it's not much fun if you can't ride at least 6 hours a day.
My RB-T has sturdy front and rear racks and fenders. There only about 20,000 careful miles on it, and it's never been over 40 MPH. ;-) I think it's about a 1990 model.
My wife wants me to get it out of the garage. ;-) And I know I'm not going to tour again. So, if you're interested in a free RB-T (rhymes doesn't it), send a reply, or give me a call.
I sent a reply. And went and met Phil and picked up the bike. He toured all over the place: Alaska, BC, Washington. Tons of miles. Cool guy.
Now I'm a happy owner of a 56 cm 1994 RB-T. My favorite production bike of all time and in my size. With a BG front rack. Crazy.
I'm taking a two-day dirt overnighter in about a month, and I'll be taking this bike.
Thanks Phil.
13 comments:
WHOA! SCORE! I'm not an envious type of guy buuut....
John, this is what the good life pays off with. I bet this one doesn't even have any cracks in it yet.
Phil - I think you may be John's first official "sponsor". Congratulations on reaching sponsored rider status John!
No! You will hurt it! Bad john. Give it to a skinny person.
I'm still waiting for my email that says someone wants to give me a cool bike. Maybe tomorrow...
You got another bike...Well that would explain Liza's facial expressions.
Liza = non-plussed?
crazy good karma -but well & truly earned. congrats!
oh and Phil? Nice job finding about the most appreciative home for your cycle. Very classy. Having just just helped my MIL thru 9 mos of heart issues, you have my full sympathies.
Another well-earned tribute to our bike czar.
Maybe somebody can donate a bigger garage?
Whoa! How awesome is that?!
Way Cool John - not sure Liza is as thrilled as you... Not sure, but that seems a little mainstream and modern for your tastes with aero brake levers and all. Can't wait to see it in person.
Phil rules. (Stating the obvious.)
well, you know it made my Dad happy that it went to a good home and will be touring again soon. And it made my Mom happy that the garage is a little emptier ;-)
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