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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-10, 01:00 PM
Replies: 1,875
Views: 713,269
Posted By uga8589

Great looking bike and a heck of an adventure....

Great looking bike and a heck of an adventure. That will be a memory that both of you keep forever!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-10, 01:20 PM
Replies: 1,875
Views: 713,269
Posted By uga8589

I need a little help please.

I frequently find answers via the search engines on BF. However, I am stumped on this one. I enjoy restoring old Bianchis and passing them along to people that will enjoy them. I recently...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-09, 07:35 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,908
Posted By uga8589

First, it's a great bike. What makes it great is...

First, it's a great bike. What makes it great is the time that you took to make it yours and the message that it sends.

To everyone else:

The following is across the banner at...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-09, 07:25 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 10,468
Posted By uga8589

No eloquent words, no deeply philosophical...

No eloquent words, no deeply philosophical thoughts. . .

I am saddened not only by his passing, but by the hole that has been created in the lives of his family and friends. I will pray for TCR...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-08, 08:22 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

I have had no less than 50 or so people stop me...

I have had no less than 50 or so people stop me and comment on the article. We had a town fall festival last weekend, our Pecan Festival. I have only had one slightly negative comment. One non...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-08, 04:13 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

It still worked for me. Maybe they were doing...

It still worked for me. Maybe they were doing site maintenance?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-08, 04:11 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

Don't fool yourself. Idiots are not an invention...

Don't fool yourself. Idiots are not an invention of rural America, nor do we have an exclusive license. Just outside of Atlanta(Pauling County), if my memory serves me correctly, you had runners...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 03:59 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

I love Blackshear. I had never thought about the...

I love Blackshear. I had never thought about the name(named for a General who cut the road). It is a community off about 4000 people in the city and about 14,000 in the county. Crime is extremely...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 03:55 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

The definition of insanity is to do the same...

The definition of insanity is to do the same thing over and over again and expect different results. I was hoping that I could raise awareness of the rest of the community. For the size of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 03:45 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

I don't understand what the allure of harming...

I don't understand what the allure of harming another individual holds for some people. I don't know if I would have fared any better, but I would have been happier if they had just stopped and told...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 03:20 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

When the bottle went by and crashed, I had an...

When the bottle went by and crashed, I had an entirely different mindset. I thought about screaming, obscene gestures, etc. The road that I was on is very desolate and what was I going to do to...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 03:14 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

I have no idea. That did not show up in the...

I have no idea. That did not show up in the print version of the article. I thought it might be some typo from the paper.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 03:03 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,114
Posted By uga8589

Throw a bottle at me? Here's what I did!

Last saturday, I had a truck throw a 2 litter bottle of soda at me. Here is how I responded.

http://www.theblacksheartimes.com/articles/2008/10/31/opinion/doc4907795644cee719772749.txt
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-08, 07:51 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,992
Posted By uga8589

Solo was a tad over 120, although I have high...

Solo was a tad over 120, although I have high hopes for a double century in 2009.
Forum: Commuting
10-26-08, 08:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 560
Posted By uga8589

Inversion tables and a stretching routine have...

Inversion tables and a stretching routine have been a big part of my prevention strategy. Most people don't realize that your back is used to breathe, sleep, walk, talk, sit, etc. Glad your back is...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-08, 08:01 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,262
Posted By uga8589

A great looking bike. I like the Deda Stem. You...

A great looking bike. I like the Deda Stem. You have a good eye! I like the traditional geometry and the shape of the tubes.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-08, 07:49 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,372
Posted By uga8589

21.7 miles. 72 degrees, light wind. The sun was...

21.7 miles. 72 degrees, light wind. The sun was going down and it was a peaceful and beautiful ride. Stupid orange Nissan/Toyota mini pick up threw a 2 liter bottle of soda (partially full) at me...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-08, 05:54 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,700
Posted By uga8589

:lol::lol::lol:

:lol::lol::lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-08, 05:34 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,117
Posted By uga8589

57.5 mph coming off of the Sidney Lanier Bridge...

57.5 mph coming off of the Sidney Lanier Bridge in Brunswick, Georgia. Then my rear tire blew. I feathered the brakes and brought it to a safe stop. My heart rate also reached an all time high. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-08, 05:24 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 12,086
Posted By uga8589

nope A lot of money spent and some cajoling...

nope

A lot of money spent and some cajoling were for naught. She finally admitted that she had absolutely no interest. :(
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-08, 02:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 464
Posted By uga8589

We can . . . Until that first week in November! ...

We can . . . Until that first week in November! ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-08, 08:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 464
Posted By uga8589

i hate to admit it, but the Gator is right. ...

i hate to admit it, but the Gator is right. Don't be in a hurry and find something that fits you and that you like.

Good Luck!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-08, 03:36 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,409
Posted By uga8589

A solo century is a great accomplishment. It...

A solo century is a great accomplishment. It sounds like you have it planned it well. Take a cell phone and let some know your route and expected return time.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-08, 07:44 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,400
Posted By uga8589

The cost of the bike doesn't equate to its value...

The cost of the bike doesn't equate to its value or worth. If you ride it and love it, then it's a great value. If you spend $10k on a bike and it never gets ridden, but you get to look "cool" when...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-08, 07:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,409
Posted By uga8589

Does the ride have organized stops? Usually they...

Does the ride have organized stops? Usually they have more nutritious snacks available along the way. Take a camera and have some fun! Make sure you have at least two tubes. If you can do 74 miles,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-08, 02:37 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,592
Posted By uga8589

We had a guy in my office on the "juice." He had...

We had a guy in my office on the "juice." He had several problems that included health and mental issues(aggressive behavior). However, the weirdest incident was when his nipples go infected and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-08, 06:11 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,321
Posted By uga8589

An understated look that seems to scream, "I can...

An understated look that seems to scream, "I can kick your butt!"

Beautiful Bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-08, 07:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 474
Posted By uga8589

I had great luck with eurobikeparts.com Dom was...

I had great luck with eurobikeparts.com Dom was very helpful and very competitive and had everything I wanted in stock.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-08, 07:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,000
Posted By uga8589

Come on down. I'd be proud if you rode my bike. ...

Come on down. I'd be proud if you rode my bike. I've been gone a while, did your bike ever come back from the painter?

On the topic of rednecks, the guy that ran me off the road was driving a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-08, 04:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,000
Posted By uga8589

The Return with a new bike

I used to post some a few years ago. I won't go into a long story, but I was run off the road by a young man and is friends. I live exteme southern Georgia (USA), I really am reticent about using...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-08, 11:08 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 39,752
Posted By uga8589

I went from yellow to celeste/black and it was...

I went from yellow to celeste/black and it was totally worth it. I highly recommend Joe Bell.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-07, 09:06 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 51,160
Posted By uga8589

First post in a while, but this thread caught my...

First post in a while, but this thread caught my eye . . .(Yellow before, Celeste/Black after :rolleyes:)

Joe Bell is certainly one of the best. The wait time was certainly worth it. The quality...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-07, 08:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,711
Posted By uga8589

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-07, 06:12 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,467
Posted By uga8589

First, Bicycling is a good mag for newbies. If...

First, Bicycling is a good mag for newbies. If it gets more people involved and helps build interest in cycling, I am all for it. Secondly, the words "sex" and "abs" appear on almost every magazine...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-07, 01:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,771
Posted By uga8589

Time/Speed Distance/Cadence Heart Rate/Avg....

Time/Speed
Distance/Cadence
Heart Rate/Avg. HR
Calories/Heading
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-06, 07:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 824
Posted By uga8589

Hi George As you know, I have a steel...

Hi George

As you know, I have a steel Bianchi that I love. It is a bit small, but I love the bike and I love the ride. I also have a trek Madone. The Madone absolutely jumps when you accelerate...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-06, 07:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,013
Posted By uga8589

1. d 2. a 3. a 4. yes to all 5. $4k ...

1. d
2. a
3. a
4. yes to all
5. $4k
6. c
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-06, 04:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,784
Posted By uga8589

Man, that looks painful. I hope you heal...

Man, that looks painful. I hope you heal quickly. Tell us what BD had to say about the failure.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-06, 06:22 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 5,911
Posted By uga8589

1. Make friends with a couple where the man...

1. Make friends with a couple where the man stays out late, runs around with the guys, etc. Let her know that you are interested in a "healthier' activity that will allow you and her to have a long...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-06, 06:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,267
Posted By uga8589

I am a fan of the Swallow.

I am a fan of the Swallow.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-06, 06:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,817
Posted By uga8589

Great looking bike!

Great looking bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-06, 06:34 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,073
Posted By uga8589

Man, what a bummer. I hope you heal quickly. ...

Man, what a bummer. I hope you heal quickly. The poor green machine! I hope both of you recover quickly.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-06, 09:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,406
Posted By uga8589

It looks like someone took the wallpaper off my...

It looks like someone took the wallpaper off my grandmother's bathroom and stuck it on a bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-06, 08:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 894
Posted By uga8589

I have stretched almost everyday for over 12...

I have stretched almost everyday for over 12 years and I am extremely flexible. I just recently spent spent almost 3 months sidelined with a bike injury. Pre-injury I lifted, stretched, worked my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-06, 07:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,117
Posted By uga8589

It was a detail that I wrestled with. I...

It was a detail that I wrestled with. I purchased the K Sword because of the comfort factor and the stem, because it seemed silly not to. The decision to tape it all the way up, was because I felt...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-06, 05:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,825
Posted By uga8589

In my neck of the woods, property crimes get very...

In my neck of the woods, property crimes get very little attention unless the victim is well connected or influential. I do hope they catch the person(s) responsible.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-06, 05:02 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,955
Posted By uga8589

The most unnatural event in the world is for a...

The most unnatural event in the world is for a parent to bury their child. My thoughts and my prayers go out to the family. If anyone hears the outcome of the investigation, please let us know. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-06, 04:46 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,461
Posted By uga8589

Age allows us to temper the testosterone (at...

Age allows us to temper the testosterone (at times). I would love to think that my good sense would allow me to diffuse a situation. I have had several "road rage" idiots challenge me. Once, I was...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-06, 06:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,786
Posted By uga8589

Mollusk - I go through Gainesville ocassionally...

Mollusk - I go through Gainesville ocassionally for business. Would you actually ride with a Bulldog?:D
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-06, 06:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,360
Posted By uga8589

The Celeste army welcomes you. Great Choice!

The Celeste army welcomes you. Great Choice!
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