That is one pretty beater, but I've seen your other bikes, and you are correct: they're nicer. But your other bikes are nicer than most, you know.

I'm inspired. If it's dry here tomorrow (big "if," this being Seattle and all), I may even pump up the tires on the ol' Raleigh Sports and take 'er out. My back's been bothering me too much to ride the Panasonic much, though it may be tempting as my Carradice Barley finally arrived from Wiggle. No Bagman yet to put it on, but I bet I can rig something with the saddle rails until it arrives. CEHoward, I can do the double socks. I can.

You are a rather formidable 70, I must say. I'd find it even more inspiring, except I'm turning 40 this year and have never been, nor will I ever be, in as marvelous shape as you are. You are the man, I tell ya.