And bottom line...
I'm in absolute awe over the raw PASSION these two guys display in this hand to hand throw down over a pair of rims! WOW!!!
Chuck Schmidt South Pasadena, Southern California
ternst wrote:
>
> I too, took Robert's comment on the rims as complimentary.
> Never had any problems with any Japanese people or dealings. Bike or
> otherwise. It's too bad our society is falling into a politically neutral
> position by the neutered.
> Get a life, folks.
> I think by far and large, the good critical commentary on our subject matter
> on the CR is very healthy.
> We need some pro and con so we all can learn.
> Doesn't make it unfriendly or disrespectful.
> Please don't forget: We live in a republic, a republic is a nation locked in
> argument, when argument ceases, the republic ceases.
> In my opinion, most bicyclists are by nature more independent and
> freethinking. Good commentary and discourse are learning and growing
> experiences.
> Hip, hip, hooray for the bike.
> Ted Ernst
> Palos Verdes Estates, CA
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Raymond Dobbins" <raydobbins2003@yahoo.com>
> To: "Anderson, Robert" <randerson2@grey.com>;
> <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
> Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2005 7:16 PM
> Subject: RE: [CR]Yowza! Mavic rims at $1250 on eBay?
>
> > robert,
> >
> > i think your statement was essentially a statement of fact. although
> > the auction is not over, at this point it is highly likely that the
> > rims will find a new home in japan. that auction has turned into a
> > bidding battle between two japanese individuals.
> >
> > you know what, i hope they enjoy their new home in japan too - on a
> > toei hopefully.
> >
> > ray dobbins
> > miami florida
> >
> > --- "Anderson, Robert" <randerson2@grey.com> wrote:
> >
> >>
> >> earlier I wrote:
> >> I hope they enjoy their new home in Japan.
> >>
> >> It has been pointed out to me that perhaps this statement could be
> >> interpreted as being negative, denigrating, or even possibly racist i
> >>
> >> regards to our fellow bicycle enthusiasts in Japan.
> >> Nothing could be further from the truth. I was merely stating an
> >> opinion, that these types of items, at these types of prices, are
> >> often
> >> purchased by Japanese bidders. Nothing more.
> >>
> >> I, myself have sold a number of classic bicycle related items to
> >> Japanese collectors and without exception have had positive
> >> experiences.
> >> The collectors in Japan that I have dealt with have been polite,
> >> enthusiastic, generous and appreciative. In my experience thay have
> >> always left positive feedback on eBay. I very much appreciate having
> >> them as customers.
> >>
> >> What I SHOULD have said was: I would absolutely LOVE to see the
> >> bicycle
> >> that these rims are destined to be a part of.
> >>
> >> Regards,
> >> Rob Anderson
> >> Brooklyn, NY