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That's right, the Fremont Chamber continues to insist that this is NOT Business vs. Bikes. They're simply trying to keep us safe -- gently nestled in Suzie Burke's pillowy bosom.
snyd3282
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 8:19 am
could suck the fun out of a blowjobJoined: 23 Jul 2007Posts: 588Location: Ballard / Fremont
laura wrote:
Posters went up on the "Waiting for the Interurban" people last night ... did anyone see if it was there this morning? Should be 3 - one with the website, one with the ride date & info, one with some complaint about stone way.
They were still there at 9am.
I'll check on them again at noon.
Joe
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 8:27 am
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I did some flyering monday at 34th and stone, then at 34th and fremont kitty corner to seth. Most folks I talked to seemed interested, a few said they already knew about the ride and would be there, and a couple just ignored me completely. I'll be out again today. If there's anything else to do besides flyer, lemme know.
ps-sorry to hear about your cat, Henry. Since we're kind've in the same neighborhood, post a desc and I'll keep my eyes peeled as I roll thru on my way to UW.
the dreaded ben
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 9:19 am
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henry, which cat is gone?
and from which house, teh pron shack or heroin alley?
henry
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 10:49 am
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the dreaded ben wrote:
henry, which cat is gone?
and from which house, teh pron shack or heroin alley?
could suck the fun out of a blowjobJoined: 23 Jul 2007Posts: 588Location: Ballard / Fremont
I was planning to hand out flyers somewhere on the south side of the Fremont Bridge this afternoon for an hour, but this cold is getting to me.
Yesterday, sitting at the bottom of the hill on Dexter right next to the light worked well. A friend who works downtown thought the bike volume today might be 2x that of yesterday and I handed out 100 yesterday.
Sorry to bail on you. It sounded like a couple others might be in the area, hopefully someone can cover this spot.
Foo
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 3:18 pm
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I'll be down in the Fremont bridge vicinity after 5 for a bit. I can work out with whoever's there what corner needs covering - I imagine it's a lot like how those sign holding 'hobos' divy up the good freeway offramps.
Posted at work. Gotta couple handbills too to hand out.
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DOUG.
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 3:37 pm
Joined: 29 Jan 2007Posts: 117Location: Wallingford
I have about 100 handbills. I'll be riding over Dexter and across the Fremont Bridge in about half an hour. I will grab the first unmanned corner with a stop light I see.
the dreaded ben
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 3:50 pm
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i told both laura and sketchy.
henry
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 4:01 pm
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Posted up at the bottom of Dexter/Westlake before people crossed the Fremont Bridge. Lots of people were already aware - from a variety of sources. Others were new to the idea and receptive. Most people wanted a 530 - 630 time frame. Maybe for the next ride? Also, let's not be even the slightest bit doscouraged if at 430 at Gasworks we don't have a billion people. They will meet us. Promise!!!
I felt like a little tramp on the corner, till I got a sign from the interurban and then I felt like I was promoting a car wash. Either way, many, many, many people said "Thanks for doing this."
seth_seth
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 8:23 pm
Joined: 11 May 2007Posts: 92Location: Blard!
handed out another 50 flyers today after work in fremont. extremely positive response. about half the people i gave flyers to already new about the ride. many said that they'd be there for it.
i can't wait for tomorrow.
derrickito
Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 10:26 pm
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*warms up car*
Lutella
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 8:36 am
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snyd3282 wrote:
laura wrote:
Posters went up on the "Waiting for the Interurban" people last night ... did anyone see if it was there this morning? Should be 3 - one with the website, one with the ride date & info, one with some complaint about stone way.
They were still there at 9am.
I'll check on them again at noon.
The statues were still sporting the SLB posters this morning. Nice going!
laura
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 8:39 am
Joined: 22 Jun 2007Posts: 1050Location: wherever the dance party is
They are quiet people, but they love cyclists! Thanks for the update.
Perhaps tomorrow they will thank all the riders from today.
Then on Friday they will holler at Suzie.
Unlimited potential there, really.
DOUG.
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 8:42 am
Joined: 29 Jan 2007Posts: 117Location: Wallingford
I was flyering at Stone & 34th. Two guys in spandex told me that they'll be at the ride because of "the cute girl on Dexter who gave us a flyer". Way to sell it, Laura!
laura
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 8:47 am
Joined: 22 Jun 2007Posts: 1050Location: wherever the dance party is
*LAUGHTER*
I felt like such a nerd. Really, talking to people isn't my thing. Guess that doesn't come through to others. I just want to say that I wouldn't do this for any other cause or with any other group ... *sniff, sniff*
Lutella
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 8:51 am
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laura wrote:
They are quiet people, but they love cyclists! Thanks for the update.
Perhaps tomorrow they will thank all the riders from today.
Then on Friday they will holler at Suzie.
Unlimited potential there, really.
I wish that crew could get bicycles and quit standing around in eternal wait, but cheers to them for holding up our signs with such stillness!
TrikerTrev
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 11:12 am
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Laura wrote:
I felt like a little tramp on the corner
snicker
DOUG. wrote:
Two guys in spandex told me that they'll be at the ride because of "the cute girl on Dexter who gave us a flyer".
...is there something you want to share with the class Laura???
_________________ Insufferable ass, est. 1969
snyd3282
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 11:51 am
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laura wrote:
*LAUGHTER*
I felt like such a nerd. Really, talking to people isn't my thing. Guess that doesn't come through to others. I just want to say that I wouldn't do this for any other cause or with any other group ... *sniff, sniff*
It does feel weird to stand out on that corner, especially while waiting for bicycles to show up, but you made an awesome impression! Thanks!
You rock!
TrikerTrev
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 11:52 am
Joined: 23 Oct 2006Posts: 2303Location: FOCO, MOFO!!!
snyd3282 wrote:
laura wrote:
*LAUGHTER*
I felt like such a nerd. Really, talking to people isn't my thing. Guess that doesn't come through to others. I just want to say that I wouldn't do this for any other cause or with any other group ... *sniff, sniff*
It does feel weird to stand out on that corner, especially while waiting for bicycles to show up, but you made an awesome impression! Thanks!
You rock!
yes, yes she does!!!
i <3 laura!!!
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Foo
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 11:57 am
Joined: 27 Jul 2007Posts: 583
Well, when I was at the same street corner, nothing too risque occurred.
However, I cannot speak for the time that I wan't there.
And while I was crossing the street - mind you this was 50 feet away and from behind so this is somewhat conjectural - I could have sworn there was some waving of that poster board in a fashion that looked suspiciously lascivious. I can't be certain of that - just sayin' that's all.
Personally, I think Laura should be commended for going all out for .83 and the cause. Bonus points if she was using her wiles too.
laura
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 12:05 pm
Joined: 22 Jun 2007Posts: 1050Location: wherever the dance party is
TrikerTrev wrote:
Laura wrote:
I felt like a little tramp on the corner
snicker
DOUG. wrote:
Two guys in spandex told me that they'll be at the ride because of "the cute girl on Dexter who gave us a flyer".
...is there something you want to share with the class Laura???
Maybe, and only maybe under the influence of, "Grave Errors in Judgement." :D
TrikerTrev
Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 12:09 pm
Joined: 23 Oct 2006Posts: 2303Location: FOCO, MOFO!!!
laura wrote:
TrikerTrev wrote:
Laura wrote:
I felt like a little tramp on the corner
snicker
DOUG. wrote:
Two guys in spandex told me that they'll be at the ride because of "the cute girl on Dexter who gave us a flyer".
...is there something you want to share with the class Laura???
Maybe, and only maybe under the influence of, "Grave Errors in Judgement." :D
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