Cheap sunglasses
#26
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We have a local bike shop here called 'Joe Fix Its'. They sell high end bikes.
The poignant irony of that name was made clear to me when a Dura Ace chain they had installed came apart 8 miles into the first ride. Needless to say I get my bike repairs done elsewhere. Now you know why my 'local' bike shop is Piermont Bicycle Connection, 40 miles from here.
The poignant irony of that name was made clear to me when a Dura Ace chain they had installed came apart 8 miles into the first ride. Needless to say I get my bike repairs done elsewhere. Now you know why my 'local' bike shop is Piermont Bicycle Connection, 40 miles from here.
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#27
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The guy dropped a $25 pair of glasses and wasn't pissed? I got mad when my $10 Stihl chainsaw safety glasses flew off into the bushes during a clumsy manouver.
Speaking of Oakleys: Was anyone watching the Olympic men's volleyball on Sat. with two USAians up against a pair of Latvians? The tall US guy (can't recall his name) had a pair of hideous Oakleys that lost their lenses partway through the match. Oddly enough, he left the frames on - even the commentator had to make a remark. Must be a sponsorship thing - but I think Oakley would not want to be known as 'the brand of glasses that loses its lenses in the heat of competition'.
Speaking of Oakleys: Was anyone watching the Olympic men's volleyball on Sat. with two USAians up against a pair of Latvians? The tall US guy (can't recall his name) had a pair of hideous Oakleys that lost their lenses partway through the match. Oddly enough, he left the frames on - even the commentator had to make a remark. Must be a sponsorship thing - but I think Oakley would not want to be known as 'the brand of glasses that loses its lenses in the heat of competition'.
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if a little sweat on you lens or brow bothers you you need to HTFU. keep the glasses on and you wont drop them. later.
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How about not dropping your shades? I've worn Oakleys for years. I haven't lost a single pair.
Due to the humidity in Beijing, the lenses fog up. They took the lenses off, but left the frame on. Stupid Oakley sponsorships.
Speaking of Oakleys: Was anyone watching the Olympic men's volleyball on Sat. with two USAians up against a pair of Latvians? The tall US guy (can't recall his name) had a pair of hideous Oakleys that lost their lenses partway through the match. Oddly enough, he left the frames on - even the commentator had to make a remark. Must be a sponsorship thing - but I think Oakley would not want to be known as 'the brand of glasses that loses its lenses in the heat of competition'.
#33
Yesterday in the last 15 miles of the Nyack ride, somebody dropped their Oakleys, which shattered beneath the pace line wheels. Well, not Oakleys, but cheap sunglasses, like the $50 Tifosi shades I wear. I pull up next to the guy who dropped them and asked if he was going back for them. This dude Dario says 'Nah, that's why I buy cheap glasses, those cost me $25'.
We shared a fist bump @ 25mph. It was EXCELLENT.
I have a few pair of the Tifosi Slip. They ROCK.

We shared a fist bump @ 25mph. It was EXCELLENT.
I have a few pair of the Tifosi Slip. They ROCK.

No Tifosi for me, thanks.
#35
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I have a pair of Coyote Coopers from Nashbar, they were like @25 with a case a 3 sets of lenses. If they were run over on a group ride it wouldn't be that much of a loss. I think I'll get a pair or two of PBK glasses.
#37
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if you can justify two $50 tires (disposeable items) than you can justify expensive eyewear.
Oakley half jackets - $105 They dont wear out, and unless you do something stupid, they dont break
Set of nice tires - $100 ---- last about 1500 miles or 2-3 months for a more serious rider
Oakley half jackets - $105 They dont wear out, and unless you do something stupid, they dont break
Set of nice tires - $100 ---- last about 1500 miles or 2-3 months for a more serious rider
#39
It was also raining, so I would imagine that played a part in them taking out the lenses... I was watching today and both the US men had taken the lenses out of the frames.
#40
I can't see as well as I want to in the drops with framed lenses so I use the Ryder frameless. About $40. and decent lenses.
(Does anyone else find it annoying to be cranking your head up to see over the frames when you're in the drops? Bugs the heck out of me and, might start checking out the Home Depot goggles. )
(Does anyone else find it annoying to be cranking your head up to see over the frames when you're in the drops? Bugs the heck out of me and, might start checking out the Home Depot goggles. )
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Peloton Shelter Dog
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From: Chester, NY
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#47
for what its worth i dont ride in a cycling cap. purely for main street nyack off bike gerrymandering. and hey, ladies dont know squat about cats. all they know is i have big shaved calves. the fact i cant climb for craps is moot.
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We have to ride Fatal. We can do that Hudson River cinder bike track, and if you really want a little Self-Loathing you can try to hang on my wheel up that little cruncher hill that goes to Rockland Lake.
#49
i walked that last time ha. i like to think it was because it was 10 at night and i couldnt see anything and i was on the tail end of a 40 miler, but its really just my cat 6-iness. also for some reason the forge product planners, in their infinite wisdom, that 21 tooth granny gear would be perfect for a bike aimed at freds, noobs and cheapskates. my crummy job means i ride almost exclusively after 6pm. i was sitting outside starbucks and one of the dudes from toga was there with some people. he saw my bike when i rolled up, and came over to me. i thought he was going to talk to me, then i think he saw what bike it was and walked away. i thought it was funny.
#50
A co-worker, a motorcyclist, saw me ride into work one day wearing glasses. The next day he brought me a sack of glasses suited for motorcyclists in all colors -- mirrored, dark, amber, clear, etc. probably about 15 pair. They wrap around the face perfectly with no sight lines -- they absolutely rock. I'll never need another pair.
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