Warm Fuzzy feeling :-)

Not to toot my own horn or anything... but two different customers at work today said they were impressed with my knowledge and ability to help them with their cycling needs.  Particularly the Trek PDX and the Gary Fisher Monona.

Now that just gives me a warm fuzzy... 'cause that's my main goal.. to get the best for my customers' cycling needs.

It is especially warm & fuzzy as I felt a little like I was 'running in circles' near the end of a 'very productive' week that included a POS software changeover, store remodeling, and major one day sale.

Props to my co-workers... we all help everything happen for each other!

Riding my Dirty Bikes

Rumor is my bikes are always so clean cause I hardly ride them.
Hmmm. let's see..
- Dirt all over the Single Speed.. been there since the ride last Sunday, added some more wednesday nite, then sprinkled a bit more thursday nite.
- Hmmm. still dirt on the tires of the Superfly 100 from the Bedford MTX Race #03.

besides... gives that cat some new scents to sniff around ;-)

Thank you, General Larry Platt. Thank you.

The Original - 

Too bad American Idols have age limits...

because that wasn't the last we heard of 'Pants on the Ground.'

and the remixes commenced.

and went way out of control...

Superfly100 in Action

More to come soon.  Things have been fast paced lately ;-)

(if you look closely, you can almost see my new Bontrager Heritage Wristband!  its on my left wrist... yeah... stylin' fast!)

Sometimes... it is about the style ;-)

Hell Yeah!

I'm getting some of these stylish wristbands!

DJ Roomba...

I'm thankful for DJ Roomba! ... and Park and Recreation!

Just to ride...

"Just to Ride"
Blowing wind, Swirling snow.
Temperatures drop below.
And still I ride... ride.

Wednesday's weather was temps in the 20's cresting into low 30's with winds around 15 - 26 mph and gusts up to 50-60 mph. My biggest struggle was the Triton fix-gear or the Simple City townie. 18 minutes to work... about 30 minutes home... the long way because I wanted to keep riding... laps in the high school parking lot and past home and down to the Memorial Street River Bridge and back.

Just to ride... Ride outside :~)
and oh, it was the Triton fix-gear btw.

In case you're thinking this was an anomaly, I also rode to and from work last Thursday, just to ride outside.

Good to Be Back

After much reflection...







And feeling like I was almost shot down...

It's good to be back... in the woods and on a bike.

Make the Leap?

This guy didn't quite make the leap ;-)

hmmm. when did this happen?

Can't help but wonder... was this before, during, or after the dirt road ride?

Maybe I should have washed my bike sooner.

Can't keep me off the dirt

Sometimes you just have to get your road bike dirty ;-)

(ascending Adney Gap Road off Dillon's Mill just after descending Wades Gap.)

Ft Lewis...

So. in over 5 years of living in roanoke + more since being in school in blacksburg, I have never rode a bicycle at Ft Lewis Mtn, Havens Wildlife Mgt area.

The other day.... I-an said lets go.

Go we did. Parking at the Kiosk rather than the school, we headed out for a 17 mile tour in the wilds of Ft. Lewis. Make no mistake, these trails are not 'groomed' for mountain biking. This is wildlife management, aka hunter territory. Beware of large rocks smack dab middle of the trail!... sections that just kind of disappear until you stop and lock around!... fallen trees.. This ain't no IMBA land!

I-an and I had a great time. Quite a gem in land. High enough elevation to see some unusual vegetation and habitat for Southwest Virginia. A great mix in the stale of summer.

Up the fireroad... get your stopwatch on... or just enjoy the ride :-)

This can't be mt rogers.. but look at the moss, rocks and hemlock...

Fallen trees.. par for course.

Just before the final descent.

a gratuitous pic of I-an's Rig.

Go get your ride on.. just do it before hunting season!

the Wienermobile!

Some things you just can't pass up... like a chance to see the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile!



That's right. One six official Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles recently found its way to Roanoke, and I just happened across it. You know you are jealous.

Click to learn more from Kraft food's Official Oscar Mayer Wiener website.



And just in case you thought I wouldn't get to go inside.... oh yea. Relish that you hotdog!

Normal as Pumpkin Pie...

Ahhhh. Breaking Away! :^)



But American Flyers?! Now that's racing.

Magic Hat Wisdom

From a bottle of Magic Hat's Wacky Cat... quite tasty I might add ;-)

'Just Relax and Read the Caps'

Perhaps words of wisdom for my upcoming first 24 hour mountain bike race, the 24 Burn near Wilksboro, NC. I'll be part of a 4 person team... 3 single speeds + 1 geared. Warren and I are key players with multi laps whilst the other two help expand the gap and give more rest time for Warren and the Forest Leprechaun.

Tour de Floyd 2009

The 3rd annual Tour de Floyd. My first. What a beautiful day.



Two wheels.. new friends.. beautiful views.. delicious cookies.. fresh perspectives.. on the list for next year.

staring commute

So, awhile back, one particular ride into work, it seemed as if there were more than usual stares and double takes. 'What gives?' I thought to myself.




oh yeah! I had an extra wheel tied to my back... must have looked strange to those not in the know. I was just trying to make do without driving an automobile just to transport a wheel. ... Wait a minute.. that's preposterous! Make do without driving an automobile?!!!

Spice World - Midnite Movie @ Grandin Theatre

This ones for Larry...

The Midnite Movie at the Grandin on July 24th & 25th

Spice World!



See ya there!

Atmos Helmet Matte Ti

Here are a few pics of the Giro Atmos Helmet, Matte Ti, Size Medium.

About one year old; only occasionally used / worn. Included are a fresh set of pads.

Chin Strap liberally cut to accommodate my head with a cycling cap for winter riding. Should fit most medium sized medium heads :-)

HiFi Pro Ebay Item Pics

Hello Friends-

Following are the same photos posted on ebay but able to enlarge for more detail. Also included, per request are close-ups of the light frame scratches and cable housing rub. Not to shabby for a 2 year old mountain bike with starting bid at over half off the retail price. PLEASE NOTE - The flash in the pictures really accentuates the scratches which smooth out when waxed / cleaned with product such as Pedro's Bike Lust. This bike has been well cared-for and scratches are from normal 'wear and tear.'

Ebay auction Item number: 260394478545 found at this LINK HERE.




















Attention Please : Questions regarding this ebay auction should be addressed via ebay message/email. That way, the answer may be posted on the auction sight for all bidders to see, assuming the question / answer is sensible to post for all to see. -- Thank you and good luck bidding on your new bike!