Retirement!
08-18-23 | 09:56 AM
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Retirement!
After 33 years in the semiconductor industry, I've finally hit the finish line. I've been joking with [MENTION=170517]rccardr[/MENTION] that he's my hero and I hate him - he's been retired since I've known him, and shows up to cycling events all over the country - damn I've been jealous! Doc, I don't hate you anymore 
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More time with my wife, more time in the Atelier, and more time to ride.
.More time with my wife, more time in the Atelier, and more time to ride.
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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.
08-18-23 | 10:26 AM
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You will be amazed at the piddly crap that gets in the way of what you think you'll be doing. 
Congrats
Congrats
08-18-23 | 10:31 AM
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[MENTION=381793]gugie[/MENTION] congrats. I am hoping to join you and rccardr in the next year or 3. (or sooner if things go sidewas at work)
next time I see you IRL beer is on me
next time I see you IRL beer is on me
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Life is too short not to ride the best bike you have, as much as you can.
08-18-23 | 10:32 AM
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congratulations. I'm envious.
08-18-23 | 10:33 AM
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08-18-23 | 10:42 AM
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After 33 years in the semiconductor industry, I've finally hit the finish line. I've been joking with [MENTION=170517]rccardr[/MENTION] that he's my hero and I hate him - he's been retired since I've known him, and shows up to cycling events all over the country - damn I've been jealous! Doc, I don't hate you anymore .
More time with my wife, more time in the Atelier, and more time to ride.
.More time with my wife, more time in the Atelier, and more time to ride.
08-18-23 | 10:50 AM
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Congratulations! The current plan here is for me to pull the pin by the end of the year - and my wife is down to working two mornings a week at her job, so that will be a whole new world!
Plotting roads to ride in my head already ... and maybe even some S24Os, which is a good excuse to rebuild the Cannondale ST400 ....
Plotting roads to ride in my head already ... and maybe even some S24Os, which is a good excuse to rebuild the Cannondale ST400 ....
08-18-23 | 11:09 AM
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So Nice. Congrats. I'll be joining you in two years -- Unless they start allowing me to actually do my job
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I don't do: disks, tubeless, e-shifting, or bead head nymphs. But I do hate all e-bikes.
I don't do: disks, tubeless, e-shifting, or bead head nymphs. But I do hate all e-bikes.
08-18-23 | 11:14 AM
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I retired April 22. Best decision I ever made. Im not sure how I manage to keep busy during the week, but I do and do not work, even part time. I do ride 2-3 days, lap swim 3 days, kayak one day. Plus all kinds of other crap.
08-18-23 | 11:14 AM
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Congrats.... I've been exploring the possibility. 38 years in Aerospace may be enough. My head has not been on the job but more on this forum or where to ride next. Retirement is around the corner for me. My son is asking me about real estate in Eugene, OR. Missed buying a place in Florence, OR last year. Hopefully, in two years I may be able to get a place with the kid in Eugene then i'll have connection with the region rich in bike culture.
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Life is too short not to ride the best bike you have, as much as you can.
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08-18-23 | 11:50 AM
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08-18-23 | 11:51 AM
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[MENTION=381793]gugie[/MENTION] Congratulations!
08-18-23 | 12:12 PM
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Congratulations, my friend.
Retirement is the best job I’ve ever had- great hours, a super boss, short commute, flexible dress code and an excellent ‘office’ location.
Wishing you many miles of smiles!
Retirement is the best job I’ve ever had- great hours, a super boss, short commute, flexible dress code and an excellent ‘office’ location.
Wishing you many miles of smiles!
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08-18-23 | 12:45 PM
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i have that exact shirt...
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08-18-23 | 12:45 PM
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After 33 years in the semiconductor industry, I've finally hit the finish line. I've been joking with [MENTION=170517]rccardr[/MENTION] that he's my hero and I hate him - he's been retired since I've known him, and shows up to cycling events all over the country - damn I've been jealous! Doc, I don't hate you anymore .
More time with my wife, more time in the Atelier, and more time to ride.
.More time with my wife, more time in the Atelier, and more time to ride.
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1987 Crest C'dale, 1987 Basso Gap, 1992 Rossin EL, 1990 Van Tuyl, 1985 Trek 670, 2003 Pinarello Surprise, 1990ish MBK Atlantique, 1987 Peugeot Isoard, 1987 Nishiki Tri-A, 1981 Faggin, 1996 C'dale M500, 1984 Mercian Pro, 1982 AD SuperLeicht, 1985 Massi ?, 1988 Daccordi Griffe , 1989 Fauxsin MTB, 1981 Ciocc Mockba, 1992 Bianchi Giro, 1977 Colnago Super, 1971 Raleigh Internat'l, 1998 Corratec U+D, 1991 Peugeot Slimestone, 1987 Bianchi Volpe, 1995 Trek 750
1987 Crest C'dale, 1987 Basso Gap, 1992 Rossin EL, 1990 Van Tuyl, 1985 Trek 670, 2003 Pinarello Surprise, 1990ish MBK Atlantique, 1987 Peugeot Isoard, 1987 Nishiki Tri-A, 1981 Faggin, 1996 C'dale M500, 1984 Mercian Pro, 1982 AD SuperLeicht, 1985 Massi ?, 1988 Daccordi Griffe , 1989 Fauxsin MTB, 1981 Ciocc Mockba, 1992 Bianchi Giro, 1977 Colnago Super, 1971 Raleigh Internat'l, 1998 Corratec U+D, 1991 Peugeot Slimestone, 1987 Bianchi Volpe, 1995 Trek 750
08-18-23 | 12:46 PM
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They got a term for that now.- Evelyn Mulwray: What were you doing there?
- Jake Gittes: Working for the District Attorney.
- Evelyn Mulwray: Doing what?
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08-18-23 | 12:52 PM
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Congratulations and know that I retired a few years ago only to become a full time musician. Stuff will happen.
08-18-23 | 12:53 PM
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Mazel tov! I could in theory but I need to stoke the furnaces a bit more. Thankfully I enjoy what I do and where I do it.
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Curator/Team Mechanic: 2016 Dawes Streetfighter, 1984 Lotus Eclair, 1975 Motobecane Jubile Mixte, 1974 Raleigh Sports, 1973 Free Spirit Ted Williams, 1972 Raleigh Super Course, 1971 Philips Sport