Box O’ Crap, Series Seven
08-06-18, 04:27 PM
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Not picking on anyone here, but I'm pretty sure that in earlier BoC series, two pix were de rigeur. One was a photo of what you liberated from the box. The other was a teaser of the open box just before sealing it up and posting it. A bonus third picture was sometimes thrown in showing the BoC about to execute a two-point takedown of the sender's bike.
The teaser picture makes sense if you think about it. Showing a picture of the open box just after you received it but before you added our subtracted any bits is less interesting for the next person in line.
Now, I will admit to a bit of laziness here. Maybe the new Master of Crap has changed the rules. I'm too lazy to check, but not so lazy as to be unwilling to pen an overlong missive on the topic. Such is the nature of dead time on the train, I suppose.
The teaser picture makes sense if you think about it. Showing a picture of the open box just after you received it but before you added our subtracted any bits is less interesting for the next person in line.
Now, I will admit to a bit of laziness here. Maybe the new Master of Crap has changed the rules. I'm too lazy to check, but not so lazy as to be unwilling to pen an overlong missive on the topic. Such is the nature of dead time on the train, I suppose.
08-06-18, 04:38 PM
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Honorable Crapmaster, May I be added to the list?
08-06-18, 04:51 PM
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Not picking on anyone here, but I'm pretty sure that in earlier BoC series, two pix were de rigeur. One was a photo of what you liberated from the box. The other was a teaser of the open box just before sealing it up and posting it. A bonus third picture was sometimes thrown in showing the BoC about to execute a two-point takedown of the sender's bike.
The teaser picture makes sense if you think about it. Showing a picture of the open box just after you received it but before you added our subtracted any bits is less interesting for the next person in line.
Now, I will admit to a bit of laziness here. Maybe the new Master of Crap has changed the rules. I'm too lazy to check, but not so lazy as to be unwilling to pen an overlong missive on the topic. Such is the nature of dead time on the train, I suppose.
The teaser picture makes sense if you think about it. Showing a picture of the open box just after you received it but before you added our subtracted any bits is less interesting for the next person in line.
Now, I will admit to a bit of laziness here. Maybe the new Master of Crap has changed the rules. I'm too lazy to check, but not so lazy as to be unwilling to pen an overlong missive on the topic. Such is the nature of dead time on the train, I suppose.
8. Photograph the box contents as received (not a completely-revealing photo - just the box open and the crap on the top of the pile) and post (this thread is worthless without pics and all that...)
9. Photograph what you took out, but not what you put in - it's supposed to be somewhat of a surprise.
10. Bonus if you photograph the take parts once mounted or used, even if it is a long time before you use it. Not a requirement, but I think this might enhance the thread and I know I would enjoy seeing a part I contributed getting used.
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08-06-18, 04:52 PM
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Not picking on anyone here, but I'm pretty sure that in earlier BoC series, two pix were de rigeur. One was a photo of what you liberated from the box. The other was a teaser of the open box just before sealing it up and posting it. A bonus third picture was sometimes thrown in showing the BoC about to execute a two-point takedown of the sender's bike.
The teaser picture makes sense if you think about it. Showing a picture of the open box just after you received it but before you added our subtracted any bits is less interesting for the next person in line.
Now, I will admit to a bit of laziness here. Maybe the new Master of Crap has changed the rules. I'm too lazy to check, but not so lazy as to be unwilling to pen an overlong missive on the topic. Such is the nature of dead time on the train, I suppose.
The teaser picture makes sense if you think about it. Showing a picture of the open box just after you received it but before you added our subtracted any bits is less interesting for the next person in line.
Now, I will admit to a bit of laziness here. Maybe the new Master of Crap has changed the rules. I'm too lazy to check, but not so lazy as to be unwilling to pen an overlong missive on the topic. Such is the nature of dead time on the train, I suppose.
Good to remind everyone that games have rules, however. Without a constant reminder of that, what kind of society are we?
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If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
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08-06-18, 05:02 PM
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Dang, so I've been doing it wrong all along. Thanks for the gentle (non-barking-chihuahua) correction.
08-06-18, 07:56 PM
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Not picking on anyone here, but I'm pretty sure that in earlier BoC series, two pix were de rigeur. One was a photo of what you liberated from the box. The other was a teaser of the open box just before sealing it up and posting it. A bonus third picture was sometimes thrown in showing the BoC about to execute a two-point takedown of the sender's bike.
The teaser picture makes sense if you think about it. Showing a picture of the open box just after you received it but before you added our subtracted any bits is less interesting for the next person in line.
Now, I will admit to a bit of laziness here. Maybe the new Master of Crap has changed the rules. I'm too lazy to check, but not so lazy as to be unwilling to pen an overlong missive on the topic. Such is the nature of dead time on the train, I suppose.
The teaser picture makes sense if you think about it. Showing a picture of the open box just after you received it but before you added our subtracted any bits is less interesting for the next person in line.
Now, I will admit to a bit of laziness here. Maybe the new Master of Crap has changed the rules. I'm too lazy to check, but not so lazy as to be unwilling to pen an overlong missive on the topic. Such is the nature of dead time on the train, I suppose.
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08-07-18, 09:44 AM
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Oh dearest Master of the Craptacular,
I beseech thee to enterest the name of 'hazetguy' upon thine scroll of the favored,
Lest I might not be among the forum forlorn, weak, and the forsaken.
I do solemnly accept the terms laid forth in the opening proclamation,
To be expeditious once the Parcel Of Poo is parked upon my porch,
I shall be more than diligent in my responsibilities thenceforth,
And I pledge a vow of uploading imagery of the spoils of swag obtained by me.
in other words, can I get on the list?
I beseech thee to enterest the name of 'hazetguy' upon thine scroll of the favored,
Lest I might not be among the forum forlorn, weak, and the forsaken.
I do solemnly accept the terms laid forth in the opening proclamation,
To be expeditious once the Parcel Of Poo is parked upon my porch,
I shall be more than diligent in my responsibilities thenceforth,
And I pledge a vow of uploading imagery of the spoils of swag obtained by me.
in other words, can I get on the list?
08-07-18, 01:10 PM
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Oh dearest Master of the Craptacular,
I beseech thee to enterest the name of 'hazetguy' upon thine scroll of the favored,
Lest I might not be among the forum forlorn, weak, and the forsaken.
I do solemnly accept the terms laid forth in the opening proclamation,
To be expeditious once the Parcel Of Poo is parked upon my porch,
I shall be more than diligent in my responsibilities thenceforth,
And I pledge a vow of uploading imagery of the spoils of swag obtained by me.
in other words, can I get on the list?
I beseech thee to enterest the name of 'hazetguy' upon thine scroll of the favored,
Lest I might not be among the forum forlorn, weak, and the forsaken.
I do solemnly accept the terms laid forth in the opening proclamation,
To be expeditious once the Parcel Of Poo is parked upon my porch,
I shall be more than diligent in my responsibilities thenceforth,
And I pledge a vow of uploading imagery of the spoils of swag obtained by me.
in other words, can I get on the list?
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08-07-18, 02:51 PM
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Actually, you're the barking chihuahua in this situation.
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If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
08-07-18, 04:05 PM
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For everyone, please review the rules and act accordingly. Please post a teaser and a pic of your take from the box. They do not have to be posted at the same time, but preferably in a timely fashion. Thanks everyone!
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08-09-18, 10:35 PM
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I apologize all , it has been a long week and here is my take
calling @gugie, i sent you a message a couple weeks ago needing your address, please respond so i can get this Box o Crap out of here!
calling @gugie, i sent you a message a couple weeks ago needing your address, please respond so i can get this Box o Crap out of here!
08-09-18, 11:01 PM
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calling @gugie, i sent you a message a couple weeks ago needing your address, please respond so i can get this Box o Crap out of here!
PM sent.
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If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
08-13-18, 08:41 PM
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Just checking in, what is the status of the box guys? @flesider sent?
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08-14-18, 09:03 AM
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You gave to be patient with the rookies...
08-14-18, 09:59 AM
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I thought we were supposed to razz them.
I was going to wear my catcher's mitt, but with a bad wing, I'll just have to barehand it. Hope it's a slow roller...
I was going to wear my catcher's mitt, but with a bad wing, I'll just have to barehand it. Hope it's a slow roller...
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It has left the building! On its way to @gugie!
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08-19-18, 07:03 PM
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Thunkificazione!
Box slightly delayed by way of hiding in plain sight on my doorstep for a day or two.
closed
open
my haul
A talisman that I accidentally removed from the BOC a few years ago was replaced.
On to @smontanaro!
closed
open
my haul
A talisman that I accidentally removed from the BOC a few years ago was replaced.
On to @smontanaro!
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08-20-18, 07:17 AM
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Sometimes BOC stuff gets used, but not necessarily for its intended purpose or even on bikes...
Straps are an obvious general purpose item:
Returning an appliance cart to my uncle who lives 10 blocks from me:
However, this is definitely the first time I used them to strap my hands! We hiked 15 miles in GNP with 2,200’ of descent. I forgot my walking sticks. My knees would not have held up if I hadn’t modified these lodgepoles into walking sticks with wrist straps. A couple of zip ties and pedal straps and I was good to go - thanks BOC!
Straps are an obvious general purpose item:
Returning an appliance cart to my uncle who lives 10 blocks from me:
However, this is definitely the first time I used them to strap my hands! We hiked 15 miles in GNP with 2,200’ of descent. I forgot my walking sticks. My knees would not have held up if I hadn’t modified these lodgepoles into walking sticks with wrist straps. A couple of zip ties and pedal straps and I was good to go - thanks BOC!
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08-23-18, 05:28 PM
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Just checking in to note that the box landed last night. Haven't opened it yet, so any photos I took now wouldn't really be much of a tease. Will try to get to it tonight or tomorrow.