**Confession thread**
#201
Super Moderator

Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 21,980
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From: Ffld Cnty Connecticut
Bikes: Old Steelies I made, Old Cannondales
I bought a slightly used Six-13 frame to build up as my new race bike, but couldn't be bothered, so it's still in the box 6 months later. Anyone wanna buy it ?
I don't have urges to upgrade my bikes.
I prefer shorts to bibs (never noticed waistband, shoulder straps are annoying)
I don't have urges to upgrade my bikes.
I prefer shorts to bibs (never noticed waistband, shoulder straps are annoying)
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Last edited by Homebrew01; 05-05-11 at 09:02 AM.
#203
NewbieIAm.WantToLearnAll
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
From: CT/MA
Bikes: 2008 Felt Virtue II; 2010 Specialized Tricross
I spend more money on bike gear than on my girlfriend. I got my girlfriend started in cycling and now she almost matches my expenses. Together I reason that I'm spending money on gear for us or I just buy cool stuff for her.
I valiantly justified a larger fit of an online bike deal, off of ebay no less (although new, smooth order, no problem)
I stopped being interested at Mint because I have a flawless record at blowing my bike budget
But most of all...
I don't show enough gratefulness, gratitude and love to my girlfriend who probably picked up cycling only to spend more time with me
I valiantly justified a larger fit of an online bike deal, off of ebay no less (although new, smooth order, no problem)
I stopped being interested at Mint because I have a flawless record at blowing my bike budget
But most of all...
I don't show enough gratefulness, gratitude and love to my girlfriend who probably picked up cycling only to spend more time with me
#205
Super Moderator

Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 21,980
Likes: 1,156
From: Ffld Cnty Connecticut
Bikes: Old Steelies I made, Old Cannondales
I don't know who Clive Sefton is.
I don't "get" most pop culture chit chat (don't watch much tv or movies).
I don't "get" most pop culture chit chat (don't watch much tv or movies).
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#208
I'm afraid I won't ever get fast enough to be a real part of the team I just joined.
Now that I'm getting more serious, I daydream about upgrading to something *fancy,* but am afraid of looking like a fool with too much money to spend on too much bike.
Now that I'm getting more serious, I daydream about upgrading to something *fancy,* but am afraid of looking like a fool with too much money to spend on too much bike.
#209
I spend too much money on cycling. It's still a fraction of what the avg BFer spends. I'm cheap.
I like my truck. I want a bigger one. I don't care about MPG.
I used to like LA. Still admire his accomplishments.
I spend too much time on BF while working (or instead of working?)
I like my truck. I want a bigger one. I don't care about MPG.
I used to like LA. Still admire his accomplishments.
I spend too much time on BF while working (or instead of working?)
#214
I've spent far more money on books than on bike stuff this year.
I've spent a whole lot more time reading than riding this year.
I'm finding it impossible to teach my autistic daughter how to ride without training wheels. Its getting me down.
I'd rather go to a guitar store than a bike shop.
I enjoy eating out. I enjoy eating in. I enjoy eating, period.
My wife loves me cuz I'm tall, dark, handsome...and considerate.
I often have to watch people die in my line of work, but it rarely bothers me.
I believe I was the first on this forum to shorten patentcad to pcad. Though, at the time, it was p-cad. I now kinda blame myself for encouraging his behavior.
I've been awake since yesterday, so I'm going to bed.
I've spent a whole lot more time reading than riding this year.
I'm finding it impossible to teach my autistic daughter how to ride without training wheels. Its getting me down.
I'd rather go to a guitar store than a bike shop.
I enjoy eating out. I enjoy eating in. I enjoy eating, period.
My wife loves me cuz I'm tall, dark, handsome...and considerate.
I often have to watch people die in my line of work, but it rarely bothers me.
I believe I was the first on this forum to shorten patentcad to pcad. Though, at the time, it was p-cad. I now kinda blame myself for encouraging his behavior.
I've been awake since yesterday, so I'm going to bed.
#215
grilled cheesus
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 6,957
Likes: 5
From: 8675309
Bikes: 2010 CAAD9 Custom, 06 Giant TCR C2 & 05 Specialized Hardrock Sport
when riding with PSIMET, i know he is staring at my arse, and i like that. later.
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#216
Should Be More Popular




Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 46,186
Likes: 11,750
From: Malvern, PA (20 miles West of Philly)
Bikes: 1986 Alpine (steel road bike), 2009 Ti Habenero, 2013 Specialized Roubaix
#217
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 672
Likes: 12
From: SF Penunsula
Bikes: 1970? Dawes Galaxy (cannibalized), 197? Bob Jackson Frankenbike, 1989 Jamis Diablo
Confession? OK, here goes:
I love the nightlife. I've got to boogie on the disco 'round...
OH! You mean bike-related confession? My bad...umm...my mountain bike's abilities far outstrip my own and as a function of that, it is hanging in the garage.
Hmm...does anyone else feel awkward?
I love the nightlife. I've got to boogie on the disco 'round...
OH! You mean bike-related confession? My bad...umm...my mountain bike's abilities far outstrip my own and as a function of that, it is hanging in the garage.
Hmm...does anyone else feel awkward?
#220
Senior Member
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 1,300
Likes: 6
From: Elkridge, MD
Bikes: 2012 Guru Praemio R - 2001 Jamis Ventura - 1990 Specialized Hard Rock (with original tires) - 2012 Trek Cobias
My Specialized hard Rock from 1990 still has its original tires on. No routine maintenance had been done on it either (FD, RD, Cable adjustment.) It also has the original chain and cassette and I use it to haul my daughter's Burly trailer.
#221
Junior Member
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
I digress...my confession: I have been cycling since the beginning of the year. I've never ridden more than 15 miles at a time on my Allez Triple that I got on sale for $499 in December. I average less than one ride per week. Yet I still justified buying a set of Soul 3.0's.
#223
Senior Member


Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 15,261
Likes: 1,759
From: Far beyond the pale horizon.
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