Rides and Races - Toronto Fixed

If only I was capable of facial hair beyond the "it looks like a fungus is growing on your face" but then again I also lack back hair and for that I am grateful.

now i've seen it all. i suggest shimano shoes with that ensemble.

as for shaving, i'll work past the itch and get my playoff beard on thank you very much...

I went to a club a few months in fancy clothes and got turned away because of my clipless shoes. The guy even told me that I was dressed fine except my shoes. Most of the ladies went in without me :(

Most people are leaving the office early today so they can go home and change (Today had to be casual friday). I have alot of work to do so I'm sticking around but I don't wanna bike to the place with my suit on!

Ah hell its only at Adelaide and John (I was wrong about the richmond thing). I'll just walk the 1.5k.

re: shaving. My beard is pretty full but I can just get away with shaving every other day. On the weekend I don't care, but if I show up to work having not shaved for 3 days, people notice and mention it!

edit: Canice, just get a fleece balaclava. its much more versatile.

i wish i had the option of facial insulation. anyone had experience with one of these (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442540881&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302698795&bmUID=1165605312553)?

that's nice, good price.. although i'm still going to grow out the fu-manchu.

If only I was capable of facial hair beyond the "it looks like a fungus is growing on your face" but then again I also lack back hair and for that I am grateful.

Facial fungus.. so funny.. :D

When I grow my facial hair.. the moustach and chin grow all nice..
but the cheeks grow in strange irregular patterns.
One side is full the other there is hair missing.

I look like Asian Teen Wolf that had a shaving accident.

hahaha

i wish i had the option of facial insulation. anyone had experience with one of these (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442540881&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302698795&bmUID=1165605312553)?

I've got one. I'm not much of a fan of facial coverings beyond hair... but when it's cold out that works pretty well. Doesn't crust up with ice as much as a knit covering.

Facial fungus.. so funny.. :D

When I grow my facial hair.. the moustach and chin grow all nice..
but the cheeks grow in strange irregular patterns.
One side is full the other there is hair missing.

I look like Asian Teen Wolf that had a shaving accident.

bowling anyone?

http://darwen.us/darrell/blographics/teenwolf.jpg

bowling anyone?

http://darwen.us/darrell/blographics/teenwolf.jpg

man, you've been in an 80s movie mood lately!

as for facial coverings, i'd use one of those MEC mask things if it fit properly. for now, the balaclava works nicely.

man, you've been in an 80s movie mood lately!

as for facial coverings, i'd use one of those MEC mask things if it fit properly. for now, the balaclava works nicely.

hahahahaha I know man...next post is gonna be on Weird science!!

yo where you cop a nice cheapy balaclava at?

hahahahaha I know man...next post is gonna be on Weird science!!

"Greasy pork sandwich served in a dirty ashtray?"
"I wanna butter yer muffin?"
"He pukes...You die!"
"next thing you know you will have a bra on yer head"

hahahahaha I know man...next post is gonna be on Weird science!!

yo where you cop a nice cheapy balaclava at?

oh *****, weird science! that is probably the most ludicrous (sp) movie ever made. i mean, think about it, two rerds hook a barbie doll to an commadore 64 with booster cables and POW! you have kelly lebrock in the flesh. i mean, it's so close to reality.

if you want a cheap balaclava there's always army surplus. i got a thin, althleticy (sugoi) one from Urbane for about $25.

"Greasy pork sandwich served in a dirty ashtray?"
"I wanna butter yer muffin?"
"He pukes...You die!"
"next thing you know you will have a bra on yer head"

and of course:

"Boy, I won't give a squirt a pi$$ for your a$$ right now"

i wish i had the option of facial insulation. anyone had experience with one of these (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442540881&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302698795&bmUID=1165605312553)?
I wear this sometimes when it's really cold http://www.flickr.com/photos/steeker/317219456/

hahaha

Hey Mike, any word yet on the wheel?

Too early for this but I'll throw it out there anyway. Anyone want to do a ride of some sort Christmas day?

i wish i had the option of facial insulation. anyone had experience with one of these (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442540881&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302698795&bmUID=1165605312553)?

I've got a full-on neoprene one and I found that it tends to vent near the cheekbones promptly fogging up goggles or glasses. I tried opening the mouthholes to no avail and some detriment as my lips are more exposed. This design may not do that if it's a little snugger at the top and allows good air exchange. I'm going to play around with mine a bit and see if I can vent it differently.

I brought it with me today, but the man-fur sufficed.

I'll be away for a week around the 25th, but I'm up for a ride and swill at some point. We should definitely get the scotch ride happening.

Unless you happen to be in the desert on christmas I don't think it will work for me. I was on the phone with my mum today and she said it was 'positively cold'. yeah, 25c during the day and 15c at night is pretty brutal indeed...
http://aidanorourke.fileburst.com/lgx/AeDesertTrack6220.jpg

So this guy comes in the shop, and we start talking about fixies. He needs a hub and cog. No problem. I ask him what frame he is using as he may need to re-space his hub. "A Lemond frame...got it cheap from Igor but I don't think it is stolen" I laugh at this. Chances are it is stolen I tell him. You really think so? he asks. I re-assert the fact that Igor is a scumbag who should not be taken at his word. Spirited discussion ensues with the guy getting all flummoxed that I would suggest he bought a hot bike. YOU BOUGHT IT FROM IGOR! You asked me....I told you....you get yer hair up. WTF is wrong with people?!

You just opened up his Pandora's box of consciousness. He was trying to trick himself into thinking he's not riding someone else's bike, and you correctly informed him he probably was, so he felt inferior, threatened and embarassed. Same thing happens when your wife tries to return a louis vuitton purse to the store only to find out its actually a knockoff you bought at Times Square. Sometimes deals are so good you are willing to ignore the reason they are so. I'd never buy anything from Igor because you can't tell what he's rubbed his d*ck and a*s on.

Hey Mike, any word yet on the wheel?

Parts are ordered, waiting on delivery.

I'll be away for a week around the 25th, but I'm up for a ride and swill at some point. We should definitely get the scotch ride happening.

Good call.

I've got to return back to the homeland for a few days but I'm up for something over that new year's limbo period.

good video on Martino's Blog http://bikelanediary.blogspot.com/

Parts are ordered, waiting on delivery.
Cool, just thought I'd check seeing that you aere around.

Good call.
Yes...good call indeed. Digging out my crystal thistle scotch glass and waiting in anticipation.

i haven't been by igor's place but is it closed and up for sale? i was on the streetcar and saw a bunch of people testing out bikes at uncle jacob's on spadina. they gotta know something's up.

Me in teh papiers.

http://media.www.thevarsity.ca/media/storage/paper285/news/2006/12/07/News/Meet-the.Commuter-2527749.shtml?sourcedomain=www.thevarsity.ca&MIIHost=media.collegepublisher.com

Me in teh papiers.

http://media.www.thevarsity.ca/media/storage/paper285/news/2006/12/07/News/Meet-the.Commuter-2527749.shtml?sourcedomain=www.thevarsity.ca&MIIHost=media.collegepublisher.com

so i guess you're not moving out then.

Me in teh papiers.

http://media.www.thevarsity.ca/media/storage/paper285/news/2006/12/07/News/Meet-the.Commuter-2527749.shtml?sourcedomain=www.thevarsity.ca&MIIHost=media.collegepublisher.com
I did'nt see your picture.

i wish i had the option of facial insulation. anyone had experience with one of these (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442540881&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302698795&bmUID=1165605312553)?

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q274/sweep242/Picture001.jpg

Works great keeps my ears & face warm but not with glasses they will fog up fast. I like them as it keeps me from growing hobo hair (ha ha) (NOT)
Cheers

Me in teh papiers.

http://media.www.thevarsity.ca/media/storage/paper285/news/2006/12/07/News/Meet-the.Commuter-2527749.shtml?sourcedomain=www.thevarsity.ca&MIIHost=media.collegepublisher.com

I never pictured you as a Jennifer.

I never pictured you as a Jennifer.

you should see his legs

you should see his legs

Like pillars of almond sex, they are.

Like pillars of almond sex, they are.

It's coments like these that make me love BF.

Like pillars of almond sex, they are.

you sir, are equal only to shakespeare.

i'm afraid i will be stealing that one for a long time to come.

Somehow I find operator more willowy than almond like. His legs anyway.

Pink Bianchi?
http://closednode.net/images/bicycles/bianchi/IMGP3244.JPG

That is nice, it is really pink? It looks a bit reddish to me. Mine is more of a magenta colour than pink really, I am pretty sure it is that amazing Electric Rose colour that Bianchi made back in the '80s. I will post a pic when I get it. I am not nuts about Bianchis but the colour appealed to me (you guys might remember me posting a picture of one ages ago, asking for help in tracking one down) and the frame is in good shape, but it might be a bit sluggish as it is just an ol' chro-mo dealie. I don't mind though, it was cheap and I will might even use it as a conversion since I have a spare set of track wheels lying around. What is your Bianchi for, lymb? Conversion?

To all of you thanks, going to have nightmares of Op and almonds in my sleep. Bunch of bastards.

Q: Who downtown has a really good selection of Camelbak products? I want to get one, but I'd like to see them/try them out in person first.

That is nice, it is really pink? It looks a bit reddish to me. Mine is more of a magenta colour than pink really, I am pretty sure it is that amazing Electric Rose colour that Bianchi made back in the '80s. I will post a pic when I get it. I am not nuts about Bianchis but the colour appealed to me (you guys might remember me posting a picture of one ages ago, asking for help in tracking one down) and the frame is in good shape, but it might be a bit sluggish as it is just an ol' chro-mo dealie. I don't mind though, it was cheap and I will might even use it as a conversion since I have a spare set of track wheels lying around. What is your Bianchi for, lymb? Conversion?

yo jet what do u ride...saw someone w/ cinelli stem on a black conversion at front st by liquor store...that u?

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q274/sweep242/Picture001.jpg

Works great keeps my ears & face warm but not with glasses they will fog up fast. I like them as it keeps me from growing hobo hair (ha ha) (NOT)
Cheers
excellent picture

yo jet what do u ride...saw someone w/ cinelli stem on a black conversion at front st by liquor store...that u?

Heheh, that is my Ciocc winterized. I saw a white IRO in front, I wanted to take a closer look but was meeting my friend and was late, was that yours?

Heheh, that is my Ciocc winterized. I saw a white IRO in front, I wanted to take a closer look but was meeting my friend and was late, was that yours?

ya and Tjammers bike behind...hahahahaha Tjammer FTW...he saw your stem and guessed that was you...

coo now we know who you are...good to put a face to a name...;)

Somehow I find operator more willowy than almond like. His legs anyway.

never before have bike tights looked so good.

ps i bought the half-balaclava thing. i like it so far, breathing is much easier when not through a wool scarf.

Q: Who downtown has a really good selection of Camelbak products? I want to get one, but I'd like to see them/try them out in person first.


Try the guys at Curbside. I think they have a bunch...

Try the guys at Curbside. I think they have a bunch...

We used to, but sold almost all of them out end of season. We can still order them if you know what you want. Try dukes? I know they suck, but they have a good selection (I think).

I've got to return back to the homeland for a few days but I'm up for something over that new year's limbo period.

ditto on the limbo time. I'm away the week before xmas and not returning here until late in the evening on xmas day, but I'm then off until the 4th, so I'm good to go that whole week.

Also: I'm willing to be the host for a scotch party if we aren't going to go out to a bar.

Q: Who downtown has a really good selection of Camelbak products? I want to get one, but I'd like to see them/try them out in person first.

MEC has a few but not Camelbak pe se: some nalgene, house brand and gregory products.

Anyone going to Sweet Petes bike sale tomorrow? I'm heading down, wanted to se if anyone wanted to meet for coffee/ride before. Thinking to be there around 11-11:30.

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(ps. if you haven't heard it, the Radiodread album by the Easy-Star All-Stars is amazing)