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Trsnrtr 10-08-17 01:30 PM


Originally Posted by Velo Vol (Post 19915726)
I haven't showered and there's a good chance I won't leave the house today.

Thank, God.

Trsnrtr 10-08-17 01:31 PM


Originally Posted by sbxx1985 (Post 19915801)
It's going to snow tomorrow. I unscrewed the hoses.

Wow. :eek:

We're still at 80 degrees.

BillyD 10-08-17 01:34 PM

We got 80 today, too.

3alarmer 10-08-17 01:37 PM


Originally Posted by DougRNS (Post 19915127)
I haven't noticed the drop in prices but I have been waiting for it since the Euro has been down near 1.05 or 1.10 for 2-3 years from 1.40 - 1.60 to the $. Chateauneuf du Pape? That is out my price range I think. Low end stuff is usually about $40 if I recall correctly. I have had Gigondas from northern the Rhone, I believe, and it was earthy, leathery and spicy with enough fruit for my palate back in the day. That stuff was about $20 if you found a bargain.


https://www.reversewinesnob.com/wp-c...-du-pape-2.jpg

This Kirkland Signature Signature Series Chateauneuf-du-Pape is produced at one of the oldest and best-known Domaines in the Southern Rhone. The deep purple robe leads to sweet violet and fresh fruit notes of black fruit, blackberry and cassis balanced by hints of cedar and spice.

14.5% Alcohol
https://www.reversewinesnob.com/kirk...auneuf-du-pape
...20 bucks at Costco for special occasions


https://www.reversewinesnob.com/wp-c...ificis-gsm.jpg

Produced in the Languedoc-Roussillon, between sea and mountain, from the three local grape varieties Grenache (50%), Syrah (30%) and Mourvedre (20%), Pontificis is deep purple in colour, with aromas of spice, black fruits and herbs and a palate of supple, yet rich spicy fruit. It is a beautiful representation of the best of the South of France.
https://www.reversewinesnob.com/2013...ader-joes.html

...7 bucks, Trader Joe's



https://www.reversewinesnob.com/wp-c...-de-robles.jpg

Allure de Robles is a charming red wine made in a Cotes du Rhone style. It is a medium-bodied, barrel aged wine with notes of raspberries, blackberries, black currants and pepper.

14.8% Alcohol
https://www.reversewinesnob.com/rabb...lure-de-robles
...probably the best of a new category of Rhone style blends produced in California. 7 Bucks at Trader Joe's.

seedsbelize 10-08-17 01:38 PM

Our two year old washing machine is the first we've bought in 20 years. It is completely digital, we're finding out. It's unnerving. I assume there is a motor in there somewhere, because it agitates and spins. It's all just very odd to not be able to lift the lid during the entire cycle.

3alarmer 10-08-17 01:40 PM

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...I just got the parts to fix our gas dryer in the mail yesterday. I guess I need to fix it now. :(

seedsbelize 10-08-17 01:41 PM


Originally Posted by BillyD (Post 19916240)
We got 80 today, too.

95 here. But the humidity is way down, at 41%

f4rrest 10-08-17 01:56 PM


Originally Posted by 3alarmer (Post 19916258)
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...I just got the parts to fix our gas dryer in the mail yesterday. I guess I need to fix it now. :(

Ooh, I love some dryer repair. What broke? Did you blow one of the overheat sensors? Bad belt?

datlas 10-08-17 01:58 PM


Originally Posted by BillyD (Post 19916156)
I see what you did there.

Thank you for noticing.

WhyFi 10-08-17 02:02 PM


Originally Posted by sbxx1985 (Post 19915825)

I saw that posted in your thread. Didn't understand it at first as the link directs to the second page, but I think that the gist of it is that Magura is/was involved in the design/manufacture of Campy's calipers and that Magura is offering post-mount calipers (MT6 and/or MT8) that spec out to be functionally similar (possibly identical?) to Campy's flat-mount calipers. IOW, Campy levers might work happy slappy with Magura post-mount calipers as long as you've got the right connecting bits for the hydraulic hose.

DougRNS 10-08-17 02:09 PM


Originally Posted by 3alarmer (Post 19916247)
...20 bucks at Costco for special occasions




...7 bucks, Trader Joe's




...probably the best of a new category of Rhone style blends produced in California. 7 Bucks at Trader Joe's.

Thanks for the suggestions. We belong to Costco and there is a Trader Joe's not too far from us. Now all I need is time to do the drinkin'!

LAJ 10-08-17 02:09 PM


Originally Posted by sbxx1985 (Post 19915825)

A master cylinder has a bore size that is much smaller than the piston size in the caliper, which magnifies force applied by the master cylinder, which in this case is the brake caliper. Folks think you will totally mess with the dynamics of the brake system if you mix and match different components. You will, but it's not nearly as touchy as folks think. If you want Campy everything but calipers, it's doable, providing you can mate the hose to the lever, or caliper.

LAJ 10-08-17 02:10 PM


Originally Posted by WhyFi (Post 19916305)
I saw that posted in your thread. Didn't understand it at first as the link directs to the second page, but I think that the gist of it is that Magura is/was involved in the design/manufacture of Campy's calipers and that Magura is offering post-mount calipers (MT6 and/or MT8) that spec out to be functionally similar (possibly identical?) to Campy's flat-mount calipers. IOW, Campy levers might work happy slappy with Magura post-mount calipers as long as you've got the right connecting bits for the hydraulic hose.

This

jtaylor996 10-08-17 03:20 PM


Originally Posted by rjones28 (Post 19913293)
Got an 8 pound bag of honey crisps at Wegman's today.

Day-um. What's the term length on the load on those?

They're like $2/ea here for the big ones.

jtaylor996 10-08-17 03:25 PM


Originally Posted by Heathpack (Post 19914554)
https://i.imgur.com/GyyWxHc.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/ga98QgQ.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/pDqFsfY.jpg

Such a beautiful ride this am, 12 miles of single track. Sweet sweet ride on a pair of trails called Grout Bay and Hanna Flats.

:) :) :)

Are all of those trails that smooth? And could that be a function of the tree types out there (leaves on the ground vs needles)?

jtaylor996 10-08-17 03:31 PM

I went to a Lebanese Food Festival last night, it was FREAKING AMAZING.

Our best friends in Tampa were first gen Lebanese american, and I got real used to her mom's authentic cooking. Last night was the real deal, too!

One of my oldest daughter's best friends is Lebanese, and they told us about the festival. Was awesome, complete with lots of the authentic dancing.

jtaylor996 10-08-17 03:36 PM

Does this qualify as gravel?
https://i.imgur.com/cBiFY5N.jpg
That's (a tiny part of) a 100yd long rock garden on a slight incline. Super fun once you figure your lines out (and there are a million through there).

What about this stuff:
https://i.imgur.com/A89N1J8.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/zXaORMX.jpg

And lastly, I found this little guy yesterday. I wonder what kind of butterfly he'll turn into:
https://i.imgur.com/MIXmMLp.jpg

3alarmer 10-08-17 03:39 PM


Originally Posted by f4rrest (Post 19916292)
Ooh, I love some dryer repair. What broke? Did you blow one of the overheat sensors? Bad belt?

...it has been moaning on start up, about the same as I do on some days getting out of bed. I figured I'd fix it before it stopped working entirely, because it's an old, and relatively simple machine, which fits my personal preferences.

Upon dismantling, the belt resembled something that has been chewed by squirrels...probably the ones inside the motor that make the thing go around.

Why is it that no matter how many snap ring pliers a person has, if you don't regularly work with snap rings you cannot find even one of them when you need to pull a snap ring ? Answers at 11.

BillyD 10-08-17 03:44 PM


Originally Posted by DougRNS (Post 19916320)
Thanks for the suggestions. We belong to Costco and there is a Trader Joe's not too far from us. Now all I need is time to do the drinkin'!

I don't mind helping out. That's the kind of selfless, stand up kind of guy i am.

seedsbelize 10-08-17 03:46 PM

I had the same issue with a 12mm wrench this morning. As I think about it, I don't know where I would look for snapring pliers, or if I even have any at this house. It's been a long, long time since I've used them.

topslop1 10-08-17 03:48 PM


Originally Posted by seedsbelize (Post 19916251)
Our two year old washing machine is the first we've bought in 20 years. It is completely digital, we're finding out. It's unnerving.

I'd rather play with non digital wheels than a washer dryer combo but hey we adult now.

3alarmer 10-08-17 03:49 PM

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...torrential rains predicted for the southern Appalachians as Hurricane Nate moves northward. [MENTION=25227]Velo Vol[/MENTION] invents the hip wader with bike cleats.

f4rrest 10-08-17 04:21 PM


Originally Posted by 3alarmer (Post 19916467)
...it has been moaning on start up, about the same as I do on some days getting out of bed. I figured I'd fix it before it stopped working entirely, because it's an old, and relatively simple machine, which fits my personal preferences.

Upon dismantling, the belt resembled something that has been chewed by squirrels...probably the ones inside the motor that make the thing go around.

Why is it that no matter how many snap ring pliers a person has, if you don't regularly work with snap rings you cannot find even one of them when you need to pull a snap ring ? Answers at 11.

Ah yes, the belt.

I was impressed how simple the drum, belt, and felt/plastic seals work when I took mine apart.

While you're in there, may as well clean the lint from the motor impeller blades. It's uniquely satisfying to make an old machine work like new again.

f4rrest 10-08-17 04:23 PM


Originally Posted by jtaylor996 (Post 19916465)
Does this qualify as gravel?
https://i.imgur.com/cBiFY5N.jpg
That's (a tiny part of) a 100yd long rock garden on a slight incline. Super fun once you figure your lines out (and there are a million through there).

What about this stuff:
https://i.imgur.com/A89N1J8.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/zXaORMX.jpg

And lastly, I found this little guy yesterday. I wonder what kind of butterfly he'll turn into:
https://i.imgur.com/MIXmMLp.jpg

Am I bad if your photos make me want to ride motocross again?

f4rrest 10-08-17 04:28 PM

[MENTION=351576]Heathpack[/MENTION]

Looked like you rode in Lord of the Rings land.


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