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Fri Jan 25, 2008 8:45 pm |
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Westlake Center |
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I saw you |
pinkzilla
Replies: 1493
Views: 225530 |
My bro and I saw Happy Stick Person heading west on Pine as we were heading up Broadway towards the U-District. Yo! |
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Fri Jan 11, 2008 11:46 am |
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Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Fixie Friendly 25-50 mile routes? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 46
Views: 13068 |
Sweetness. It may not have been the actual .83 ride, but Uncle Martha and I had a nice 30 mile ride yesterday and I found routes with minimal hills to have my non-Seattle legged friends ride when the ... |
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Thu Jan 10, 2008 11:37 am |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Fixie Friendly 25-50 mile routes? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 46
Views: 13068 |
Awwww lantius. I'm flattered, really, that you seem to take note of my miles ridden versus posts on the forum. But if you were missing me... all you had to do was let me know. Don't be ashamed. I ... |
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Thu Jan 10, 2008 10:18 am |
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Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Fixie Friendly 25-50 mile routes? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 46
Views: 13068 |
I have a good book of urban routes called "The Seattle Bicycle Atlas". It is from 1984 or something, but the routes are pretty much the same.
Since it is long out of print and not easily ... |
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Thu Jan 10, 2008 9:36 am |
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Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Fixie Friendly 25-50 mile routes? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 46
Views: 13068 |
but seriously, if you don't already have one, you should get one of them there new fangled bike maps. they are the handy, with little arrows for the hills and everything.
Yeah I love mine ... |
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Thu Jan 10, 2008 1:29 am |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Fixie Friendly 25-50 mile routes? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 46
Views: 13068 |
Jeezum crow you guys! The hills are annoying - not a deal breaker. I like my fixie. I like riding it long distances - I just wanted suggestions on routes versus me looking on the bike map that I ha ... |
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Wed Jan 09, 2008 1:43 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Fixie Friendly 25-50 mile routes? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 46
Views: 13068 |
Down through Montlake, over the bridge, on to the Burke-Gilman by the UW, all the way out to Woodinville on the trail to the Redhook Brewery; coupla pitchers, and return. About 40 miles there and bac ... |
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Wed Jan 09, 2008 11:27 am |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
UW .83 lunch Friday |
pinkzilla
Replies: 43
Views: 10323 |
Oh man, i miss friday udistrict lunches.
I'd be down to do one downtown if othres are interested.
+1 |
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Wed Jan 09, 2008 10:18 am |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Fixie Friendly 25-50 mile routes? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 46
Views: 13068 |
Since I would rather hear from y'all what is a nice day ride to take and I trust you (I hope):
Looking for rides starting out nearby Madison and 27th Avenue that run 25, 35, 50 miles. Take into ac ... |
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Tue Jan 08, 2008 12:22 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Tuesday, the eighth of January. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 31
Views: 7282 |
Happy Birthday! I now work on Tuesdays so I will have to be there in spirit! Knock one back for me! Ride safe y'all. |
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Tue Jan 08, 2008 12:40 am |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Seized Seatpost & Stem |
pinkzilla
Replies: 11
Views: 2999 |
It supposedly was - but I also rode it through the first snowish/salty months and improperly cleaned the bike before vacationing it in the basement last winter while I rode my beater SS around. I did ... |
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Mon Jan 07, 2008 1:33 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Seized Seatpost & Stem |
pinkzilla
Replies: 11
Views: 2999 |
My torpado's seatpost is perpetually siezed. Each time I have to put the frame (after wheels are removed) into a vice with the seatpost in the clamp and turn the frame back and forth. It takes some ... |
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Fri Jan 04, 2008 4:20 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
WTB: Trainer. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 29
Views: 7034 |
Damn. Sold. I've been checking clist all the time but was away from the computer for a few hours. Figures. |
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Thu Jan 03, 2008 10:49 pm |
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Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
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WTB: Trainer. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 29
Views: 7034 |
I think a lot of us just ride in the rain, so I dunno about the easy availability of trainers.
True. However, I actually found it easier to ride in the snow than to get motivated to go ride in the ... |
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Thu Jan 03, 2008 1:46 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
WTB: Trainer. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 29
Views: 7034 |
I'm thinking maybe one that works right away might be a better idea. Anyone have a trainer/rollers I can take off your hands? I'll bake you cookies. Truth. |
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Tue Jan 01, 2008 10:43 am |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
wohaww yeay. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 15
Views: 3254 |
I worked my ass off at work running around and taking dinner orders. Ending each table with a smile and a "Happy New Years". I was so tired biking up Jackson - JACKSON! Pffffftttt. It wa ... |
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Wed Dec 26, 2007 10:50 am |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Christmas is fucking awesome. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 27
Views: 6644 |
I only got one present and it just came FedEx today. A soft bike case for travelling! w00t w00t! |
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Fri Dec 21, 2007 1:37 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Another fine (Sun)day: 12.23.2007 |
pinkzilla
Replies: 4
Views: 1679 |
Working brunch on the weekends. But if you feel like meandering slowly to Admiral Junction in West Seattle by about 3ish.... I can join you. You know you want to. I'll give you leftover coffee cake ... |
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Fri Dec 21, 2007 1:14 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
b careful kiddies...it's iceee out there |
pinkzilla
Replies: 26
Views: 6205 |
No work today. Walked to the coffee shop. Saw no black ice. I love these winter threads, they make me laugh. And now I'm sure I'll be the next wiseass to fall on her hip over a 2 inch frozen puddl ... |
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Thu Dec 20, 2007 4:03 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
12/20/07 - GREENLAKE RACE OF CHAMPIONS III |
pinkzilla
Replies: 63
Views: 24040 |
I'm going to be nearby Greenlake anyway. Anyone wanna mappy out where I can meet you all at the Lake?
/pzasksalotofquestionstoday |
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Thu Dec 20, 2007 3:08 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Routing To Performance Bike? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 15
Views: 3045 |
Heya Alex,
Yeah. He ended up riding brakeless here with no problems. We thought we would try it out the first day and it worked out fine for him. Avoided the swift downhills where we could. I'l ... |
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Thu Dec 20, 2007 1:57 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
WTB: Trainer. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 29
Views: 7034 |
Hot damn. We need to set up a time to meet up yo! Anyone have suggestions on how to fix her up? |
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Thu Dec 20, 2007 1:52 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Routing To Performance Bike? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 15
Views: 3045 |
Sweetness. I was going to ride the arboretum but then I was a bit wary of the best way after that. Thanks boys! |
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Thu Dec 20, 2007 1:02 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
WTB: Trainer. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 29
Views: 7034 |
You have one with a front fork mount for less than $50, I want it. PM me. |
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Thu Dec 20, 2007 1:00 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Routing To Performance Bike? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 15
Views: 3045 |
I need to get from MLKing and Madison to [url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&time=&date=&ttype=&q=4501+Roosevelt+Way+NE,+Seattle&sll=47.616472,-122.298435&a ... |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 12:01 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Bainbridge Classic Bike Museum |
pinkzilla
Replies: 1
Views: 1108 |
Um... it seems that this hidden jewel of 6 day racer and vintage velo bikes from the 1890-70s. Emphasis on one of a kind tubings, wooden rims, etc.
It's interactive bike porn and highly recommen ... |
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Sun Dec 09, 2007 5:02 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
WTB: 1" Threaded Fork for Track Bike... By 12.11 |
pinkzilla
Replies: 5
Views: 1765 |
Woot Woot! Thanks Alex. I'll donate for sure. It'll be my pleasure. Thanks for checking Happy, I appreciate it. |
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Fri Dec 07, 2007 6:04 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
WTB: 1" Threaded Fork for Track Bike... By 12.11 |
pinkzilla
Replies: 5
Views: 1765 |
He needs a 21cm steer tube. I may call recycles cycles to check on availability... |
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Fri Dec 07, 2007 12:28 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
WTB: 1" Threaded Fork for Track Bike... By 12.11 |
pinkzilla
Replies: 5
Views: 1765 |
My boy is visiting with his lugged steel 58cm Panasonic track bike. He's been riding brakeless for 2+ years but I'm paranoid and want him to get a front brake.
Problem is the fork he tried to use ... |
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Sat Nov 24, 2007 2:08 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
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I do implore you to join me for a festive gathering. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 73
Views: 16727 |
I finished work at 11 and just felt like hitting California all the way home. I promise when I live closer I'll be more up for late night shenanigans. Wait. That came out wrong. |
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Thu Nov 22, 2007 10:21 am |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
bizaaww mothafucka, it's thanksgiving |
pinkzilla
Replies: 51
Views: 12109 |
Alright. Save me time and tell me which route to take out of downtown to get there. I guess Western to Elliot? Any streets I should take instead?
edit: apparently a bus runs straight to your pl ... |
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Thu Nov 22, 2007 8:25 am |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
bizaaww mothafucka, it's thanksgiving |
pinkzilla
Replies: 51
Views: 12109 |
ouch. hungover. whiskey headache. must get ready and ride. must bring cheese and crackers. |
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Wed Nov 21, 2007 4:33 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
gearing around for seattle |
pinkzilla
Replies: 20
Views: 4921 |
700X23s
42X17 ratio which is ok for now even with my weak ass leg muscles. I even made it up my hill nemesis without getting out of the saddle. But enough dirty talk... |
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Wed Nov 21, 2007 2:55 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
I do implore you to join me for a festive gathering. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 73
Views: 16727 |
awesome! If no one else comes, fuck 'em, me and you will just have to ride around and get our own liquor. We should get Pinkerton there also, she's a cool cat.
(flattered)
I am actually traini ... |
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Wed Nov 21, 2007 10:52 am |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
bizaaww mothafucka, it's thanksgiving |
pinkzilla
Replies: 51
Views: 12109 |
Holy crap. I want it now.
I'll bring appetizer stuffs. Any requests? |
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Mon Nov 19, 2007 2:45 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
bizaaww mothafucka, it's thanksgiving |
pinkzilla
Replies: 51
Views: 12109 |
My fam is at least 2, if not 4 states away. I'll be there. Ben, check yer PMs bro.... in about 2 minutes.
We'll see if I feel up to the ride after or not. It might be a long day. |
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Sat Nov 17, 2007 5:19 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Friday, we ride. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 78
Views: 20492 |
Effing right... I'll post pictures soon once I stretch out from my ride today. Oh man. Y'all better watch out once I get my legs really going. I'm just glad "regular pace" means the same ... |
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Fri Nov 16, 2007 2:39 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
For Sale / Any Interest? |
pinkzilla
Replies: 11
Views: 2414 |
If you're willing to wait... and save up money while waiting...
The Surly Traveler's Check is slated to appear in the next 6 months or so. It has SS couplers so you can take it apart and the money ... |
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Fri Nov 16, 2007 2:32 pm |
| Forum: |
Westlake Center |
| Subject: |
Friday, we ride. |
pinkzilla
Replies: 78
Views: 20492 |
Well well well, look how nice it is outside...er... was. Hey, it looks dry that that's nice too.
So will there be a liquor store stop or should I stock up prior to the ride? 21 miles is excellent ... |
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Wed Nov 14, 2007 3:43 pm |
| Forum: |
Wrenches, Gears, Lawns, and Routes |
| Subject: |
Shoe mods |
pinkzilla
Replies: 13
Views: 3331 |
Mine aren't recessed and have no grooves to move the cleat around. I wish they were but there wasn't ample time and I needed to practice riding with them because there was a race 5 days later and I h ... |
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