Today I (v2):
08-05-18 | 01:08 PM
Fresh Garbage
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 13,190
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From: Los Angeles
Bikes: N+1
I put the money towards a truck, Chevy Colorado. The Subaru was a great camping and bike adventure car, it will be missed.
08-05-18 | 04:56 PM
Not actually Tmonk
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 17,382
Likes: 6,164
From: San Diego, CA
Bikes: road, track, mtb
Just got back from Big Bear, arrived Friday morning. Did a ****load of MTB, N shore, Cougar Crest, Hanna Flat, S shore Bike Park (Snow Summit) and Skyline. My Friday ride was like 5+ hrs with tons of climbing on both sides of the lake.
Drank beer and wine, ate tons of food and relaxed in a hot tub during the evenings. Went on a few evening walks in the hood surrounding our cabin b/c it was really nice out. Stoked!
Drank beer and wine, ate tons of food and relaxed in a hot tub during the evenings. Went on a few evening walks in the hood surrounding our cabin b/c it was really nice out. Stoked!
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"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
08-06-18 | 12:32 AM
THE STUFFED
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 12,671
Likes: 21
From: San Francisco, CA
Bikes: R. Sachs Simplicity; EAI Bareknuckle; Madone Gen 8
Out of the Golf R, focus RS, civic type R, and STI, I went with the STI.
The Golf R is not a bad car at all. Best interior out of the bunch. Most unassuming as well; with 2 small plain "R" badges on the front grille and rear hatch. But I found the driving experience a little too tame/ refined for my tastes in a fun car that I can beat on at the track. Aftermarket support is poor compared to the other 3 as well if you ever find yourself needing improvements.
08-06-18 | 07:06 AM
- Soli Deo Gloria -
Joined: Aug 2015
Posts: 14,779
Likes: 743
From: Northwest Georgia
Bikes: 2018 Rodriguez Custom Fixed Gear, 2017 Niner RLT 9 RDO, 2015 Bianchi Pista, 2002 Fuji Robaix
I actually considered the Golf R while picking my car.
Out of the Golf R, focus RS, civic type R, and STI, I went with the STI.
The Golf R is not a bad car at all. Best interior out of the bunch. Most unassuming as well; with 2 small plain "R" badges on the front grille and rear hatch. But I found the driving experience a little too tame/ refined for my tastes in a fun car that I can beat on at the track. Aftermarket support is poor compared to the other 3 as well if you ever find yourself needing improvements.
Out of the Golf R, focus RS, civic type R, and STI, I went with the STI.
The Golf R is not a bad car at all. Best interior out of the bunch. Most unassuming as well; with 2 small plain "R" badges on the front grille and rear hatch. But I found the driving experience a little too tame/ refined for my tastes in a fun car that I can beat on at the track. Aftermarket support is poor compared to the other 3 as well if you ever find yourself needing improvements.
08-06-18 | 12:12 PM
Not actually Tmonk
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 17,382
Likes: 6,164
From: San Diego, CA
Bikes: road, track, mtb
stop running Stop Signs then! Easy solution.
I know it's a PITA but after getting ticketed twice for that in college I stopped down it. In recent years I've been more involved with the community and I like to lead by example and follow the rules.
It pisses me off when I see cyclists running signs. Y'all are making me look bad! No wonder drivers hate us so much
I know it's a PITA but after getting ticketed twice for that in college I stopped down it. In recent years I've been more involved with the community and I like to lead by example and follow the rules.
It pisses me off when I see cyclists running signs. Y'all are making me look bad! No wonder drivers hate us so much
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"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
08-06-18 | 01:39 PM
tumbleweed
Joined: Mar 2017
Posts: 171
Likes: 20
From: txs
Bikes: stumpy,bianchi,Wabi classic
It takes a good bit of energy to get rolling every two blocks. On this island, there's two busy one ways with lights every two blocks and all the paralell streets have alternating stop signs.People park cars and trailers on the one ways , not leaving room for two cars and a bike.
Although I appriciate and understand the laws, I can't get anywhere in a reasonable amount of time stopping for vacant intersections.
There are however, a couple o three roads with no stops ,lights or traffic. I was on the one with the least cars when I turned off and passed some stop signs.The problem is, its also a high crime area so I got under the thumb for doing dumb things in the wrong place.
I will try and find a free wheeling route in the coming days. I'll most likely ride the alleys. At least alleys are fun not fast
Although I appriciate and understand the laws, I can't get anywhere in a reasonable amount of time stopping for vacant intersections.
There are however, a couple o three roads with no stops ,lights or traffic. I was on the one with the least cars when I turned off and passed some stop signs.The problem is, its also a high crime area so I got under the thumb for doing dumb things in the wrong place.
I will try and find a free wheeling route in the coming days. I'll most likely ride the alleys. At least alleys are fun not fast
08-06-18 | 02:03 PM
Not actually Tmonk
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 17,382
Likes: 6,164
From: San Diego, CA
Bikes: road, track, mtb
I think in Idaho they have a law that states that cyclists can treat stop signs like yield signs, and stop lights like stop signs. I'd def. be in favor of that, but in the interim it's just not winning us any battles in our quest to be cool with motorists.
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"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
08-07-18 | 09:48 PM
Super-duper Genius
Joined: Aug 2016
Posts: 1,759
Likes: 1,054
From: Muskrat Springs, Utah
^^^ Nice! Shimano upper strap on Lake shoe? Gotta do whatever you gotta to make them work, amiright?
I have a pair of Lakes that I really like a lot, but they use a boa ratchet, and they're not as well used as yours.
I have a pair of Lakes that I really like a lot, but they use a boa ratchet, and they're not as well used as yours.
08-07-18 | 10:02 PM
Fresh Garbage
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 13,190
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From: Los Angeles
Bikes: N+1
I would really really love some boa ratchet shoes. I've never been a fan of having only velcro straps, so finally got around to chopping up my old and slightly too small Shimano shoes becuase the ratchet strap is pretty good. I'm friends with a shoe repair guy and he let me have a spin on his heavy duty leather sewing machine.
08-07-18 | 10:40 PM
Not actually Tmonk
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 17,382
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From: San Diego, CA
Bikes: road, track, mtb
very cool [MENTION=159729]hairnet[/MENTION].
If your budget ever dictates, I def. recommend some BOA shoes. It's a great system.
If your budget ever dictates, I def. recommend some BOA shoes. It's a great system.
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"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
08-07-18 | 11:19 PM
Not actually Tmonk
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: San Diego, CA
Bikes: road, track, mtb
No I haven't. I like that it offers more control points if you really want to "tune" the tightness, and it has a retro/throwback feel which is cool. I don't like how you can't adjust it on the fly though.
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"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
08-08-18 | 11:46 AM
Clark W. Griswold
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 18,457
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From: ,location, location
Bikes: Foundry Chilkoot Ti W/Ultegra Di2, Salsa Timberjack Ti, Cinelli Mash Work RandoCross Fun Time Machine, 1x9 XT Parts Hybrid, Co-Motion Cascadia, Specialized Langster, Phil Wood Apple VeloXS Frame (w/DA 7400), R+M Supercharger2 Rohloff, Habanero Ti 26
BOA is super nice. I have a pair of Shimangos XC-7 and I love them. I love that I can adjust my shoes while riding and I actually do it sometimes.
08-08-18 | 05:31 PM
Super-duper Genius
Joined: Aug 2016
Posts: 1,759
Likes: 1,054
From: Muskrat Springs, Utah
Besides the Lakes, I also have a pair of Fizik shoes, also with single BOAs. They're a little better shoe overall, but not as comfortable as the Lakes. Lake bills their shoes as the best choice for riders with wide feet, and more comfortable even for average widths. I find this to be true. My feet are narrow-to-average, and I can wear them a lot longer without discomfort than I could my Fiziks or my old Velcro-strap Shimano.
Last edited by Broctoon; 08-08-18 at 05:34 PM.
08-09-18 | 07:29 AM
Not actually Tmonk
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 17,382
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From: San Diego, CA
Bikes: road, track, mtb
Today I'm riding the Wabi into work (42/17t) 10 mi, then back home, then driving down to the track for Thursday night Madison training.
Go fixie!!!
Go fixie!!!
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"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
08-09-18 | 04:06 PM
Super-duper Genius
Joined: Aug 2016
Posts: 1,759
Likes: 1,054
From: Muskrat Springs, Utah
08-09-18 | 04:22 PM
Not actually Tmonk
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 17,382
Likes: 6,164
From: San Diego, CA
Bikes: road, track, mtb
trying haha... only another 90 min left here before I'm back on the bike! On that note I have some work to do...
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"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
"Your beauty is an aeroplane;
so high, my heart cannot bear the strain." -A.C. Jobim, Triste
08-09-18 | 11:40 PM
Riding after dark
Joined: Aug 2018
Posts: 66
Likes: 32
From: on the trails
Bikes: Raleigh Tripper (coaster brake), Raleigh One Way, '97 Specialized Rockhopper
Today I got home from work and started fixing up the old GT Outpost I got for free from my friend for helping him move.
08-10-18 | 01:33 PM
- Soli Deo Gloria -
Joined: Aug 2015
Posts: 14,779
Likes: 743
From: Northwest Georgia
Bikes: 2018 Rodriguez Custom Fixed Gear, 2017 Niner RLT 9 RDO, 2015 Bianchi Pista, 2002 Fuji Robaix
08-10-18 | 03:10 PM
Calamari Marionette Ph.D
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 7,861
Likes: 41
From: Coeur d' Alene
Bikes: 3 Chinese Gas Pipe Nerdcycles and 2 Chicago Electroforged Boat Anchors
