And apparently everyone was up last night and sleeping in this morning. 
Random Thoughts X (The 9th Regeneration)
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I was going to say this, but I'm a perv, so I held off. I'm glad I was backed up in my thought process though!
I encouraged all of my kids to get certified because there are not enough kids who swim that well and you can always get a job. I think it would be tough in Ames, a lot of easier jobs available even in lifeguarding. State Gym in the summer is a pretty easy gig and you can get hours around classes. We have to close our pool earlier in August than we should because when the college kids go we don't have enough guards.
Turned on home sprinkler system recently and had a major leak outside at a valve. Figured they would need to replace some parts. Guy comes out and looks at it, and asks to go to the basement. He turns the water valve on all the way in the basement (I had it only about half way open). The leak outside magically disappears! Inside that valve, the water pressure must hold a seal in place.
He said since he was here only 5 minutes that he would try to get the billing down on that. We'll see. That would be great.
I do a lot of plumbing in the building at work. Whenever I drain out an area for repairs, its very wise to slowly fill those lines again to avoid the pressure filling in too fast, and causing new leaks. Experience working against me today though. Live and learn.
He said since he was here only 5 minutes that he would try to get the billing down on that. We'll see. That would be great.
I do a lot of plumbing in the building at work. Whenever I drain out an area for repairs, its very wise to slowly fill those lines again to avoid the pressure filling in too fast, and causing new leaks. Experience working against me today though. Live and learn.
Velos the real bike man, I just play one on CF and to my old peers who do not exercise much at all.
Mountain Bike = Jeep
Road Bike = Sports Car
Fitness Bike = Honda Accord
And the fact I don't know much will not prevent me from rambling some on the subject since bikes and biking are cool. I have learned some **** about them the last couple years.
If you aren't buying a bike to go to the dirt trail parks then you don't want a mountain bike. I don't believe anyone needs a drop bar road bike if they aren't going on long rides and looking to book it speedwise. For my money the fitness or hybrid bikes are great. They have lighter frames more like a road bike with straight bars for easier steering (for most) and an upright seating posture that is more like everything but the road bikes. The hybrids typically have narrower tires then comfort bikes but fatter then true road bikes. Narrow enough not to be too slow on paved paths but not so narrow as to be dicing on gravel. Your basic all purpose bike.
I have a Specialized Sirrus hybrid with aluminum frame and a carbon fork in the front. The new aluminum frames are lighter then my old Schwinn steel bikes but they can ride a little rougher which is way they add the carbon front fork. Mine has 18 speeds, plenty for city riding. Also opted for the disc brake model on a whim, not sure I'd recommend them but I like them so far (700 miles). All and all I think hybrids are great.
I ended up maybe paying more than I could have because the popular brand names carry a premium that's a little higher then all of their doodads and components justify but the frame sizing on the Specialized fit me well and it looked cool (come on, I drive old Porsches and put a premium on the COLOR of cars
) I am 5'-9" with a short inseam and a lot of bikes I tried out (like Trek) were either too big or too small for me with my upper bod being too long or legs too short for various sizes. The general size recommended for me was most likely a pelvic crusher for dismounting...not good. I don't think my old Bianchi ever fit me quite right since I bought it so both CWW#2 and I could both ride it. and of course she NEVER rode it.For what it is worth, I consider Minneapolis the bike thief center of the metro area so keep that in mind. If you are just looking to casual and fitness ride around the lakes but haven't been much of a biker in the past you could always try and find a bargain bike off of Craigslist and get something better later if you want.
BTW, it's TOO hot and TOO windy even for crazy Boxster to ride today.
We should have a beer with James (trail and road biker guy) and Dan (road biker guy) since they know more then me. These are some of the guys fromt he gamewatches we went to.
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Velos the real bike man, I just play one on CF and to my old peers who do not exercise much at all.
Mountain Bike = Jeep
Road Bike = Sports Car
Fitness Bike = Honda Accord
And the fact I don't know much will not prevent me from rambling some one the subject since bikes and biking are cool. I have learned some **** about them the last couple years.
If you aren't buying a bike to go to the dirt trail parks then you don't want a mountain bike. I don't believe anyone needs a drop bar road bike if they aren't going on long rides and looking to book it speedwise. For my money the fitness or hybrid bikes are great. They have lighter frames more like a road bike with straight bars for easier steering (for most) and an upright seating posture that is more like everything but the road bikes. The hybrids typically have narrower tires then comfort bikes but fatter then true road bikes. Narrow enough not to be too slow on paved paths but not so narrow as to be dicing on gravel. Your basica ll purpose bike.
I have a Specialized Sirrus hybrid with aluminum frame and a carbon fork in the front. The new aluminum frames are lighter then my old Schwinn steel bikes but they can ride a little rougher which is way they add the carbon front fork. Mine has 18 speeds, plenty for city riding. Also opted for the disc brake model on a whim, not sure I'd recommend them but I like them so far (700 miles). All and all I think hybrids are great.
I ended up maybe paying more than I could have because the popular brand names carry a premium that's a little higher then all of their doodads and components justify but the frame sizing on the Specialized fit me well and it looked cool (come on, I drive old Porsches and put a premium on the COLOR of cars
For what it is worth, I consider Minneapolis the bike thief center of the metro area so keep that in mind. If you are just looking to casual and fitness ride around the lakes but haven't been much of a biker in the past you could always try and find a bargain bike off of Craigslist and get something better later if you want.
BTW, it's TOO hot and TOO windy even for crazy Boxster to ride today.
I've seen a handful of like, hubs around that sell used bikes. I've considered checking that out. I definitely don't want to spend much because I don't currently know how dedicated I'd be to it.
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I mean, I don't want to brag, but I do have a much better and much more eclectic taste in music than most people.
it seems too hot to be planting my annuals, deadheading stuff, probably going to get more annuals, push mowing, and watering stuff. But I suppose not much choice with being gone again next weekend. At least it's breezy. I can deal with heat and a breeze. It's the stagnant heat + humidity that kills me.
then we go to an outdoor play tonight. Least that's not til 8 so should be ok for sitting by that point. Hopefully!
This is CF, I'm sure we make make "hello" sound inappropriate.
I feel like getting out of the music store having spent only 65 dollars was a victory for me.
Find any old LP's?
Too hot out. Too hot and windy to even drop top on the convertible. May make a Surdyk's wine run.
Makes me wish I had not given my old Schwinn Le Tour away last year. It was as old as you but I bet it had less miles on it then my new bike does already.
If you are looking for a low cost runabout bike this would work. Offer him $70 or so.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/bik/6067870847.html
This one is just like my old Bianchi.. Think he is overpriced at $140 though for a 20 year old bike. Probably needs a new derailleur or more.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/bik/6139653426.html
And now off to Surdyk's vineyards!
Find any old LP's?
Too hot out. Too hot and windy to even drop top on the convertible. May make a Surdyk's wine run.
Not that kind of music store! I needed a couple of guitar stands. And some strings for my 12 string, which aren't cheap!
So you, me, @jcyclonee and @VeloClone at Maynards? Guys, Boxster is buying.
Entering Ellsworth this morning, Z was telling me that we were going to get a puppy...... I said probably not. Maybe I should have swung by.
And apparently everyone was up last night and sleeping in this morning.
We were leaving Elsworth. I was mean and made Z get up so we could get there to see Erik. I told her it was my present for today.
Find any old LP's?
Too hot out. Too hot and windy to even drop top on the convertible. May make a Surdyk's wine run.
My parents came down to go through The Parade of Homes and invited me. They brought their convertible, so I got to ride in back. My hair may never be the same. One of the homes was on gravel, so hot, windy, and dusty. They were heading back north for a "ride"--old and new "classic" cars and convertibles. I think they will be the only ones with a Buick Cascada.
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