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05-13-09, 11:45 AM
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If the original post is any indication actual riding, intelligence, or cycling experience is optional.
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Non semper erit aestas.
Non semper erit aestas.
05-13-09, 11:47 AM
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Drops small screws
And don't get me started on en-dashes.
05-13-09, 11:49 AM
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05-13-09, 11:51 AM
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Drops small screws
Us too. We get you for free.
05-13-09, 11:53 AM
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05-13-09, 11:54 AM
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"When you are chewing the bars at the business end of a 90 mile road race you really dont care what gear you have hanging from your bike so long as it works."
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"When you are chewing the bars at the business end of a 90 mile road race you really dont care what gear you have hanging from your bike so long as it works."
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05-13-09, 11:55 AM
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Drops small screws
You guys can't possibly be considering a lock before we've explored the distinction between em-dashes and semicolons.
05-13-09, 11:59 AM
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"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
05-13-09, 12:00 PM
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Agreed. We're having a civilized discussion. FWIW noteon -- I wouldn't hesitate cruising with you in NYC, but if you're on that whatever-you-call-it bike, there'd have to be some thin spaces between us.
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ugh.
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05-13-09, 12:00 PM
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What the heck did I just walk into... Anyway...
1. I agree with properly adjusting the seat. It saves your knees and helps with cycling efficiency.
2. I agree with properly wearing a helmet. If you're gonna wear one, please make sure it fits and is put on correctly.
3. But number 3 you lost me. Who died and appointed you speed Czar? The rules of the road dictated that you cruise on the right & pass on the left. Maybe you should be getting your "speedy" arse over on the left to pass the slower bikers, no?
As long as the "slow" biker is not creating a serious safety issue, then it's none of your business how fast he or she is going. PASS THEM ON THE LEFT & MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS.
1. I agree with properly adjusting the seat. It saves your knees and helps with cycling efficiency.
2. I agree with properly wearing a helmet. If you're gonna wear one, please make sure it fits and is put on correctly.
3. But number 3 you lost me. Who died and appointed you speed Czar? The rules of the road dictated that you cruise on the right & pass on the left. Maybe you should be getting your "speedy" arse over on the left to pass the slower bikers, no?
As long as the "slow" biker is not creating a serious safety issue, then it's none of your business how fast he or she is going. PASS THEM ON THE LEFT & MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS.
05-13-09, 12:01 PM
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05-13-09, 12:01 PM
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05-13-09, 12:02 PM
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Only until the Browns win their first super bowl...sometime in the next century...if the moon is right.
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"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
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05-13-09, 12:04 PM
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The commuting forum always seems a bit stodgy anyway.
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05-13-09, 12:05 PM
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What the heck did I just walk into... Anyway...
1. I agree with properly adjusting the seat. It saves your knees and helps with cycling efficiency.
2. I agree with properly wearing a helmet. If you're gonna wear one, please make sure it fits and is put on correctly.
3. But number 3 you lost me. Who died and appointed you speed Czar? The rules of the road dictated that you cruise on the right & pass on the left. Maybe you should be getting your "speedy" arse over on the left to pass the slower bikers, no?
As long as the "slow" biker is not creating a serious safety issue, then it's none of your business how fast he or she is going. PASS THEM ON THE LEFT & MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS.
1. I agree with properly adjusting the seat. It saves your knees and helps with cycling efficiency.
2. I agree with properly wearing a helmet. If you're gonna wear one, please make sure it fits and is put on correctly.
3. But number 3 you lost me. Who died and appointed you speed Czar? The rules of the road dictated that you cruise on the right & pass on the left. Maybe you should be getting your "speedy" arse over on the left to pass the slower bikers, no?
As long as the "slow" biker is not creating a serious safety issue, then it's none of your business how fast he or she is going. PASS THEM ON THE LEFT & MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS.
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ugh.
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05-13-09, 12:06 PM
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you're losing your touch.
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05-13-09, 12:06 PM
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I'm worried about how I will ever replace them...since the sandals they are making now are all more like shoes. Why do they hate open toes and freedom?
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"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
05-13-09, 12:07 PM
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05-13-09, 12:08 PM
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05-13-09, 12:10 PM
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Hang on to the oldies as long as you can.
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05-13-09, 12:11 PM
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@ Ragboy: Funny. Under your name you state "actin' the foo". Well, at this point, I'm positive it's not an act!
Sweet Jeebus! Can it, troll!
(Where are the mods??)
Sweet Jeebus! Can it, troll!
(Where are the mods??)
05-13-09, 12:13 PM
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I have no idea what they are talking aobut, how can I lock it? But try to play a little nicer and lay off the personal stuff.
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05-13-09, 12:13 PM
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We will beat you someday, Pittsburgh Steelers.
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"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey