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cavernmech
10-29-07, 08:29 AM
Nope, sorry.. I didn't touch the camera at all on Saturday I don't think. Unless you specifically remember me taking a photo. :P:(

DrBenway
10-29-07, 08:32 AM
Way to go Wes!!! And all y'all for puttin' the hurt on.

Hrm. I wonder how Nadir feels about those pics being posted... seeing as the bikes are supposed to be "revealed" at the show on the 17th. But since we're on the topic, I was in on Saturday as the Futura bike came back from the photog - oh man they're sweet pics - and got to gently caress their loveliness. It's mind boggling to be holding a frame only whilst being told it's insured for more than most houses. And that "Netti" said this or that about them... as in "Netti" Colnago! I don't go to strip clubs, I go to bike shops.

Ps. - Anyone go to the race yesterday afternoon? The city race.
shapelike
10-29-07, 09:15 AM
Keith, best I could come up with: http://picasaweb.google.com/r.meloff/SpeedRiverDay1/photo#5126182340998090658. Maybe the guy(s) at http://cycling.photos.us.com will have shots of you in costume posted in a few days.

somnambulant
10-29-07, 12:22 PM
I just quickly updated the Senior3/4 standings for our cx series and I'm in 4th overall and shapelike's in 7th. Go team independent! :P
cavernmech
10-29-07, 12:47 PM
I just quickly updated the Senior3/4 standings for our cx series and I'm in 4th overall and shapelike's in 7th. Go team independent! :P

They keep listing Mike as an independent but he rides for Caledon Hills club no?
shapelike
10-29-07, 12:49 PM
Other way around, they started w/ the Caledon Hills thing but I had them change it. Apparently there's a guy out there who races w/ the same name as me (same middle initial even).
zippered
10-29-07, 12:55 PM
http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sctm/v155/206/54/503766766/n503766766_408140_4908.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=408141&id=503766766)
operator
10-29-07, 01:40 PM
Can someone PM me with Rob's phone number or email address? A friend (who doesn't post here) wants to get in touch.

Thanks!

You can reach me at urbane Matt
shapelike
10-29-07, 01:58 PM
http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sctm/v155/206/54/503766766/n503766766_408140_4908.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=408141&id=503766766)

Oh my god, you two win at life. :)

PS. I saw Brad outside my window during the Day of the Dead parade (Harbord/Ossington).
shapelike
10-29-07, 01:59 PM
Brad, that photo looks like you're about to sexually assault someone in ways I never knew possible.
I_bRAD
10-29-07, 02:06 PM
In reality, I think I was about to fall over. Which I did later on. Right downtown. Right in front of a cop. And I took out tam too :o
somnambulant
10-29-07, 02:28 PM
hahaha.. you're a classy lassy, brad. :D
MattRennick
10-29-07, 03:34 PM
You can reach me at urbane Matt

Thanks dude, I'll pass the info along...
cavit8
10-29-07, 03:50 PM
??Pinarello Treviso frame for $100??

http://toronto.craigslist.org/bik/462388265.html
shapelike
10-29-07, 03:53 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwHuLSA-IVc
somnambulant
10-29-07, 06:28 PM
hahah.. yep, I love that video. It makes me want to go to a big cross race so effing badly.

A post about that how HTATBL: http://www.howtoavoidthebummerlife.com/weblog/archives/2007/10/and_there_i_was_foolshly_wonde.html
jeremywhitehorn
10-29-07, 07:57 PM
that's my kind of race.
shapelike
10-29-07, 08:24 PM
Oh dear:

http://photos.rabien.com/photos/208541925-L.jpg

... of course, everything breaks, but that's still unsettling.

Edit:


It was right after a set of barriers. The fork gave out as he jumped back onto his bike, it looked painful. Face first into the ground. Other rides said the heard it crack earlier in the lap, but nobody is really sure.


Okay cycle pathologists, any idea what killed the fork?
nerdsgirth
10-29-07, 09:01 PM
Oh dear: http://photos.rabien.com/photos/208541925-L.jpg ... of course, everything breaks, but that's still unsettling.

I demand an "inquest" ... *boooo*

Who is racing tomorra?
Herbie_Glick
10-29-07, 10:23 PM
I'll probably be there but not racin'
jeremywhitehorn
10-29-07, 10:39 PM
who's ready to throw down in cargo bike class at the sprints? (i'm looking at you brad!) i've just installed a basket on my commute bike and i'm rarin' to go.
I_bRAD
10-30-07, 06:20 AM
woo!
cavernmech
10-30-07, 06:59 AM
Oh dear:

http://photos.rabien.com/photos/208541925-L.jpg

... of course, everything breaks, but that's still unsettling.

Edit:



Okay cycle pathologists, any idea what killed the fork?

I have seen a lot of busted forks over the years but I have never seen one break like that. Usually they break in the same spot on both legs. I would guess that this person had a head on with something at some point that cracked the one leg. Fatigue then finished the job. Check those carbon forks regularly folks.
2wheelsgood
10-30-07, 07:31 AM
I are racing. Costume ready. seems like a good day for new shoes and pedals to break in. I rode past toby yesterday and he just yells "IT'S TOMORRROOOWWW, GOOOOOOOO!!" everyone needs a toby.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2133/1803306993_249c637adc.jpg
MattRennick
10-30-07, 08:17 AM
everyone needs a toby.

aaaaaaaaaaaand how!
shapelike
10-30-07, 08:19 AM
I'm not normally one for nicknames, but I'll admit the first time I heard "The Tobra Snake" I lol'd (irl).
2wheelsgood
10-30-07, 08:20 AM
i finally see what it means to buy fancy bike parts. foam padded boxes and free stickers.
Flimflam
10-30-07, 08:32 AM
Awesome pic B&T, love that pose Brad... so many captions, so little time ;)

I won't be out tomorrow, got Trick or Treating with the youngster and my family flew in from the UK so I'm all busied up. Have fun, be safe! :)
MattRennick
10-30-07, 08:32 AM
I'm not normally one for nicknames, but I'll admit the first time I heard "The Tobra Snake" I lol'd (irl).

I bro like Toby with a name like Toby lends himself well to nicknames... The Tobra Snake, The King Tobra, Toby Wan Kenobi... all perfectly fitting for the man himself.
Danhalen
10-30-07, 09:29 AM
I are racing. Costume ready. seems like a good day for new shoes and pedals to break in. I rode past toby yesterday and he just yells "IT'S TOMORRROOOWWW, GOOOOOOOO!!" everyone needs a toby.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2133/1803306993_249c637adc.jpg

Um, those are socks... not shoes. Sorry dude someone had to tell you. :)
somnambulant
10-30-07, 09:41 AM
Hey scotch drinkers, what's a good smokey tasting choice? I know one of you had a really tasty one when we last got together for drinks at Cam's place. Any recommendations? I'd like to pick up another bottle.
jeremywhitehorn
10-30-07, 09:46 AM
Laphroag is probably a safe bet.
shapelike
10-30-07, 09:50 AM
Top Gear reviews the world's smallest production car: http://youtube.com/watch?v=HYtro7PnBA8
somnambulant
10-30-07, 11:20 AM
heh.. I was just messing around on my bike for a couple minutes at lunch waiting to meeting The Missus and did my first backwards circle (1.5x around). I hadn't tried to do one in like 6 months and I did it on the first try. Couldn't repeat it though, but she showed up shortly after I did it.
cavit8
10-30-07, 11:31 AM
Hey scotch drinkers, what's a good smokey tasting choice? I know one of you had a really tasty one when we last got together for drinks at Cam's place. Any recommendations? I'd like to pick up another bottle.


The smokey (peaty) flavour is characteristic of the Islay malts like Laphroig (one of my favourite all-rounders) or Lagavulin. The Summerhill store has tastings (they've got a little bar in the back) so you can try a couple to find one that you really like. There's not a lot of Islay malts (that are affordable for me) so it may be worth it. Theres a Bruichladdich that's being discontinued (two bottles left at Summerhill) that I've been thinking of getting. Or you could get it and feed it to us!
cavernmech
10-30-07, 11:31 AM
Laphroag is probably a safe bet.

Lagavulin is nice also.
TRaffic Jammer
10-30-07, 02:28 PM
anyone know anythings about these?
http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/7227/picture2av5.png
Italian spec D2 Alums
jeremywhitehorn
10-30-07, 02:31 PM
looks like the pista concept...
TRaffic Jammer
10-30-07, 02:38 PM
I believe the concept is no more.
exhibitx
10-30-07, 02:46 PM
yeah the d2 replaces the concept

although they aparently will still be selling the concept as a frame+fork, but who knows
somnambulant
10-30-07, 02:50 PM
hopefully that means the resale of the concepts will drop.. I've always liked those. Especially the matte black ones from a few years ago, although the white is pretty hot as well.
TRaffic Jammer
10-30-07, 02:52 PM
AS pictured.. that one is 1850 shipped from Italy to Guelph. (Canadian Bianchi rep is there)
I HAD to ask him because the North American one is uuuuuugggly!!!!
2wheelsgood
10-30-07, 04:00 PM
Um, those are socks... not shoes. Sorry dude someone had to tell you. :)

no wonder the balls of my feet hurt so much.
cavernmech
10-30-07, 04:46 PM
anyone know anythings about these?
http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/7227/picture2av5.png
Italian spec D2 Alums

Do yerself a favour...if you are gonna spend dough on a nice frame don't buy one with an integrated headset. Although I will allow $1850 is a good deal for that as speced.
TRaffic Jammer
10-30-07, 05:00 PM
I am somewhat put off by the integration... and the tubulars .. IF BIG IF this came off ....this would be the velodrome ride. I've been quoted 1400 for the ARgon18 Electron..hmm also integrated. Any non-integrated suggestions? I know that being able to tear out the HS is more preferable. What's the logic for integrating anyway?
cavernmech
10-30-07, 05:19 PM
I am somewhat put off by the integration... and the tubulars .. IF BIG IF this came off ....this would be the velodrome ride. I've been quoted 1400 for the ARgon18 Electron..hmm also integrated. Any non-integrated suggestions? I know that being able to tear out the HS is more preferable. What's the logic for integrating anyway?

I didn't know that Mavic made a tubular version of the Ellipse...thought they were clincher only. I don't know what the going rate for the frameset is but with that spec you could almost buy it...keep all the components..sell off the frameset add a few bucks and buy a better frame. I know everyone has a hard/wide-on for Bianchi's, but they are not what they used to be. I would rather have a steel Marinoni frame than that.
The only arguable reason for integrated H.S. is looks. In every other category integrated sucks. See Chris King's site for a better explanation...he knows a thing or 2 about headset design.
TRaffic Jammer
10-30-07, 05:33 PM
from the rep :

The bike will come to you with some minor assembly, but I cannot specify how ride-ready the bike would be (the bike has tubeless tires that probably need assembly).

Tubeless tires... sounds like tubulars to me or tubeless clinchers?


The whole idea of integrated HS sounds crazy .. locking the steering mechanism to the frame.
Like making a car with the wheels welded to the frame.
somnambulant
10-30-07, 05:49 PM
The only 'road' tubeless wheels right now to my knowledge are the Shimano dura-ace wheels, so if he says 'tubeless' I assume he means tubular.
somnambulant
10-30-07, 05:52 PM
So, The Band (http://www.myspace.com/softcopy) got offered a show on Friday night. 9:40 @ The Silver Dollar. $5 cover. If any of y'alls are interested in coming out and seeing us suck it up during our first public performance in ~1 year. :P

I'm not sure if I already mentioned this, but we're also playing another show next Thursday (Nov 8) at Lee's Palace. Not sure about the exact details with that one except that we're playing at 10:15.

That is all.

http://www.somnambulant.net/softcopy/silverdollar.gif
operator
10-30-07, 05:56 PM
The only 'road' tubeless wheels right now to my knowledge are the Shimano dura-ace wheels, so if he says 'tubeless' I assume he means tubular.

It might also refer to the Tufo clincher/tubulars. Though I doubt it.