Mrs. HandsomeRyan (Tabatha) and I went riding yesterday. I suggested we should stop by my favorite bike shop on the way back to the car and she humored me by coming along. The shop owner came out to greet me before I'd even gotten my helmet off, he is a super-great guy. I told him that I didn't think my wifes Diamondback Wildwood Citi was up to par for the riding she has been doing and that I'd like to get her on something with 700c wheels and nicer components. He showed us a couple bikes but Tab decided her favorite was a Scott Sportster. I purchased the bike and Tab has been all smiles since then.

We did 25 miles today and she was much faster and I think she had fun. Below are some pics-

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h170/HandsomeRyan/TabBike2.jpg
Modeling the bike.

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h170/HandsomeRyan/TabBike3.jpg
Warming up in the parking lot.

Now let's hit the trails...

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h170/HandsomeRyan/TabBike6.jpg

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h170/HandsomeRyan/TabBike4.jpg

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h170/HandsomeRyan/TabBike1.jpg

and finally one of Me and Mrs. HandsomeRyan:
http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h170/HandsomeRyan/Tabbike5.jpg

I also wanted to mention that the owner of the bike shop was talking to a customer buying a $4,200 bike when we got there, he pulled himeslef away from that to come help my wife and I. I have the upmost respect for a guy who personally takes care of all his customers whether they are spending $500 or $5,000.

Nice bike! It sounds like a great LBS to do business with. Now all ya have to do is make sure she doesn't surpase you!

Sweet, she looks like she's enjoying that bike too! :D

That looks like a nice bike, and most important, a Happy Wife! Congrats.

Nice pix! You're lucky she likes riding!:D

Great job. Sounds like a great LBS. And, you look like you have a great trail system.

She looks happy, so it looks like you both will have fun with bikes now.

happy new bike day! :beer:

Ryan-What shop do you use? By the way I road 3rd creek yesterday Thanks for cleaning up the mud. Nice bike.

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Ryan-What shop do you use? By the way I road 3rd creek yesterday Thanks for cleaning up the mud.

Earth Traverse Bike Shop off Sutherland Ave. (and you're welcome!) :D

EDIT: I had to look at his business card that I keep at work, but the guy who helps me (i believe he is the manager and/or owner) is named Randy Schonagen. He has been wonderful to work with on both bike purchases and I feel confident recomending him to anyone. The rest of the staff @ the shop are also really nice guys who seem to be very compitent and skilled as bike mechanics.

Now git 'er signed up on the forums.

Now git 'er signed up on the forums.

I'm trying! I'll show her your post and tell her she's internet famous and her adoring public wants her to come hang out.

My favorite type of trail too! Along side of what looks to be an Active Railroad tracks!

A Nice NEW Bike should make anyone smile!

rickyaustin, the cartoon is hilarious!

HR, you and Tabatha look very happy, and your trail looks like a lot of fun. Tell Tabatha if she joins up she can visit us in the Women's Cycling forum, too :D .

East Hill

rickyaustin, the cartoon is hilarious!

HR, you and Tabatha look very happy, and your trail looks like a lot of fun. Tell Tabatha if she joins up she can visit us in the Women's Cycling forum, too :D .

East Hill

you wimmins have a private forum:eek:......oh the nerve:rolleyes:

you wimmins have a private forum:eek:......oh the nerve:rolleyes:

It's for recipe exchange only. Ask solveg :) .

East Hill

It's for recipe exchange only. Ask solveg :) .

East Hill

recipes huh;) I will believe that one:p

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h170/HandsomeRyan/TabBike1.jpg



Congrats on your lovely wife's new bike! She looks great - strong and gorgeous on it. :)

It's for recipe exchange only. Ask solveg :) .

East Hill

Yeah, and anyone who believes that, I have a bridge in London that's for sale, cheap......:D

Great bike - beautiful wife! Congrats on both :D

Yeah, and anyone who believes that, I have a bridge in London that's for sale, cheap......:D

Now, now. I have a great recipe for Spotted Dick...:D .

East Hill