[CR]New kid gripe

(Example: Racing:Beryl Burton)

From: "Jay Sexton" <jvs@sonic.net>
To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
References: <20021230200001.28820.45366.Mailman@phred.org>
Subject: [CR]New kid gripe
Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2002 20:29:38 -0800

Greetings, I have a complaint. Being the new kid on the block, so to speak, I considered letting it slide but I have to say it does no one any good to gossip about who ripped off who; or someone doesn't like the other guy for whatever reason. I joined the list to share in the joy of older bicycles with kindred souls, not to share gossip. Now, I'm not above stirring up a little mischief from time to time, and I acknowledge we are all different and that's what makes life so interesting, but let's talk about bikes and keep it positive shall we? I'm not so naive to think that this type of thing will go away, but I don't think it belongs on the list. Whisper amongst yourselves. In the week or so since I signed up I have been fortunate to correspond with some wonderful people. I would like to continue, but not if I have to wade through sniping and gossip to get to BIKE STUFF. Thanks for the space and the opportunity to vent. {I am now donning my flame retardant gear...again}
Jay Sexton
Sebastopol, CA