Huzzah!!! Picked up my first road bike today!
08-24-12, 08:38 PM
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Huzzah!!! Picked up my first road bike today!
I bought my first "real" bike a couple years ago and enjoyed riding as a commuter and utility. Since then I've realized that the faster I'm going (generally), the more fun I'm having. I've spent a few months test-riding and researching (setting a price point, etc.), and finally decided on the Bianchi Impulso 105. Put a deposit down a couple weeks ago, and picked it up today. After riding about 20 miles, I'm very, very happy with the decision. 
(The pedals are temporary, as I'm planning on going clipless soon)
(The pedals are temporary, as I'm planning on going clipless soon)
08-24-12, 09:11 PM
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This was Google worthy:
A shout of “huzzah” was used to express joy in Colonial times
A shout of “huzzah” was used to express joy in Colonial times
08-24-12, 10:55 PM
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That is a beautiful road bike. One of the prettiest I have seen. Love the color! Congrats!!!
By "105", you mean it is a 105 groupset on there? Very cool.
Also, whats the toothcount on the cranks and cassette?
By "105", you mean it is a 105 groupset on there? Very cool.
Also, whats the toothcount on the cranks and cassette?
08-24-12, 11:13 PM
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I think this calls for a celebration. Canned peaches!
08-25-12, 05:54 AM
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Congrats on the upgrade.
And dibbs on Trixie.
And dibbs on Trixie.
08-25-12, 06:10 AM
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In season Two of Deadwood the barkeep gets a Boneshaker bicycle. It's the talk of the town and ultimately the downfall of Bullock's adopted son. In in 1885 the world's oldest bicycle/car company (BIANCHI) was formed. 
The TV series existing around the late 1870's.
The TV series existing around the late 1870's.
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08-25-12, 07:41 AM
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I'm looking to buy my first "real" road bike and would like to test ride before plunking down the bucks, but how?
08-25-12, 11:13 AM
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Go to a reputable bike shop, tell them what you think you're interested in and your budget, listen to their suggestions, maybe ask a question or two or three, then request test rides on those bikes they suggest. Then go to another shop and repeat. This is what we call "shopping".
08-25-12, 12:50 PM
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Great looking bike !!
Congratulations
Congratulations
