Ummm......yeah! There is a stereo inside the cooler. Lots of these at the ride today. Oh yeah! The little cooler on the bike did have some beer in it. Don't ask how I know that!
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Ummm......yeah! There is a stereo inside the cooler. Lots of these at the ride today. Oh yeah! The little cooler on the bike did have some beer in it. Don't ask how I know that!
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The wind caused a little carnage outside my third stop, in Jesup.
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The wind caused a little carnage outside my third stop, in Jesup.
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The last stop in Quasqueton, or "Quaski" as most locals refer to it.
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The last stop in Quasqueton, or "Quaski" as most locals refer to it.
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This pretty much sums it all up. Even the lack of focus is correct!
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This pretty much sums it all up. Even the lack of focus is correct!
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Alien Probe Lands In Europa Cycles

Jeff!! Noooooooooooo!!!!!!!
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It was weird! All of a sudden, it was there! We didn't know what it was, but we knew it wasn't of this world! The technology was awesome. It had this strange "vibe", we really couldn't quite put our fingers on it........well, that is until Jeff decided to do something crazy! He wanted to touch it. He said he was strangley drawn to it! I told him not to do it, but he did it anyway!!!! Now his weiner will probably fall off, or something worse! Well, I told him! Not my fault!!!

Anyway, next thing we know...poof!...it's gone! Weird! I can't explain it, and you all probably think we're crazy, but it's true!

The only thing we were crazy from was the heat! Must have had half a dozen fans whirring along in there all afternoon! It helped, but the A/C we have would have been nice! But hey! What do I know?

Look for an upcoming review of the consequences of touching alien technology soon!

Alien Probe Lands In Europa Cycles

Jeff!! Noooooooooooo!!!!!!!
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It was weird! All of a sudden, it was there! We didn't know what it was, but we knew it wasn't of this world! The technology was awesome. It had this strange "vibe", we really couldn't quite put our fingers on it........well, that is until Jeff decided to do something crazy! He wanted to touch it. He said he was strangley drawn to it! I told him not to do it, but he did it anyway!!!! Now his weiner will probably fall off, or something worse! Well, I told him! Not my fault!!!

Anyway, next thing we know...poof!...it's gone! Weird! I can't explain it, and you all probably think we're crazy, but it's true!

The only thing we were crazy from was the heat! Must have had half a dozen fans whirring along in there all afternoon! It helped, but the A/C we have would have been nice! But hey! What do I know?

Look for an upcoming review of the consequences of touching alien technology soon!

Roadie to W'loo

Road Trippin' in the "Cube Van" with essential liquids, and cartridge bearing. Beautiful!
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Got to run an errand today. I love it when you get paid to cruise around, trolling for parts in the "company vehicle". In this case it is an old Dodge "cube" van. Formerly an ambulance, I'd think I'd rather die than get hauled to the emergency room in this ol' clunker! But anyway, it was a welcome distraction, so I went for it.

By the way, no seatbelt shoulder harness in this bad boy! Feels kinda weird not having it, like not wearing a cycling lid. Then again it was sort of liberating, in that 60's-70's sort of way. Kinda like......not wearing a cycling lid! (Not that I promote such immoral behaviour! tsk-tsk!) I always put a helmet on my.......head......yeah, ummm, rrriiiiggght!

Well! On to other things, shall we? Waiting on my new repair stand to show up. I'm a little worried that it won't get here tomorrow, so I can use it on the R.A.S.H Ride. I can't stand the thought of using that ol' Park stand I've got one more time! Jeff tells me that it takes three days for anything to get here from Colorado. I ordered this thing a week ago tomorrow. You do the math! I've got a bad feelin' about this!

Jeff was pretty happy today, at least. He finally got his team threads in. They look cool! I'm sure he'll post up a pic soon of his bad self! Check it out on his blog. (linky in right sidebar)

Okay, so I got busted on the "Man that L.O.W." thing today! 'Ol Leans on Wood caught on this am. and questioned me about it. Don't worry! I "manned up" and owned it, so it's cool! Gotta keep it light, or we'll all lose our sanity!

Roadie to W'loo

Road Trippin' in the "Cube Van" with essential liquids, and cartridge bearing. Beautiful!
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Got to run an errand today. I love it when you get paid to cruise around, trolling for parts in the "company vehicle". In this case it is an old Dodge "cube" van. Formerly an ambulance, I'd think I'd rather die than get hauled to the emergency room in this ol' clunker! But anyway, it was a welcome distraction, so I went for it.

By the way, no seatbelt shoulder harness in this bad boy! Feels kinda weird not having it, like not wearing a cycling lid. Then again it was sort of liberating, in that 60's-70's sort of way. Kinda like......not wearing a cycling lid! (Not that I promote such immoral behaviour! tsk-tsk!) I always put a helmet on my.......head......yeah, ummm, rrriiiiggght!

Well! On to other things, shall we? Waiting on my new repair stand to show up. I'm a little worried that it won't get here tomorrow, so I can use it on the R.A.S.H Ride. I can't stand the thought of using that ol' Park stand I've got one more time! Jeff tells me that it takes three days for anything to get here from Colorado. I ordered this thing a week ago tomorrow. You do the math! I've got a bad feelin' about this!

Jeff was pretty happy today, at least. He finally got his team threads in. They look cool! I'm sure he'll post up a pic soon of his bad self! Check it out on his blog. (linky in right sidebar)

Okay, so I got busted on the "Man that L.O.W." thing today! 'Ol Leans on Wood caught on this am. and questioned me about it. Don't worry! I "manned up" and owned it, so it's cool! Gotta keep it light, or we'll all lose our sanity!

Spy Shot

Top secret aero wheel project, sssssssssshh!
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Got out the spy-cam at a recent visit to the top secret headquarters of a well known aero specialist. Seems that the inner disc,( here disquised as P.O.P material) has a dramatic effect on airflow around the front wheel. It's advantage is so great, that all testing is being done with mountain bike tires, so that UCI officials won't get nervous and decree this groundbraking technology illegal before it's debut at this July's Tour de France.

Not much more info now, as you can only spend so much time inside a secret lab posing as a pizza delivery man. Oh well! Look for more developements later!

Spy Shot

Top secret aero wheel project, sssssssssshh!
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Got out the spy-cam at a recent visit to the top secret headquarters of a well known aero specialist. Seems that the inner disc,( here disquised as P.O.P material) has a dramatic effect on airflow around the front wheel. It's advantage is so great, that all testing is being done with mountain bike tires, so that UCI officials won't get nervous and decree this groundbraking technology illegal before it's debut at this July's Tour de France.

Not much more info now, as you can only spend so much time inside a secret lab posing as a pizza delivery man. Oh well! Look for more developements later!

Missing Persons Post

Jeff and I were wondering what's up with a few of you out there. Here's a shout out to........

1. dirtram.....Did you live beyond the Ears wedding date?

2. Mr. Ron Saul......You haven't reported to "work" lately? Wuss-sup?

3. The Chad.......understandably pre-occupied with "marital" issues. Congrats!

4. Eduardo the Triathlete........recovery got you down? Nice job at Pig Man Sprint!

Any responses can be directed to Jeff's site, or here. Just.....REACT TO ME, HOMIES!!!

Missing Persons Post

Jeff and I were wondering what's up with a few of you out there. Here's a shout out to........

1. dirtram.....Did you live beyond the Ears wedding date?

2. Mr. Ron Saul......You haven't reported to "work" lately? Wuss-sup?

3. The Chad.......understandably pre-occupied with "marital" issues. Congrats!

4. Eduardo the Triathlete........recovery got you down? Nice job at Pig Man Sprint!

Any responses can be directed to Jeff's site, or here. Just.....REACT TO ME, HOMIES!!!

Things are Heatin" Up!

This time of the year is a time I always look forward to, but it goes by way too fast!! I guess that might be because there is so much going on. I think my weekends are pre-planned out into July already. BAH!! I've got to learn to say no more often.

For one thing, the shop work has finally heated up. 'Bout time too! I need the cash-ola! However, with it comes all the freaky madness, wanker customers, and twitchy tempers in the mechanics area. So, if you plan to visit Jeff and I soon, be kind! Understand we are in the season of "hay making", and may not be as inviting as say in.......THE DEAD OF WINTER!! (Where are all you guys then?) Besides that, we are in constant sufferage of the man that L.O.W.- (ask Jeff or I, we'll make it infinitely clear as to what that means!)

Also have the distinct pleasure of handling the mechanic duties at this weekends R.A.S.H. Ride, in Independance. I was there for the first one, and this year it'll be the IIIrd incarnation of this, ummmm........errrrr, ride. Plenty o alky-hall will be cun-soomed durin' th' fef-ti-val. Thweeet!

Then I (and your faithful corrospondent, Jeff Kerkove) will be posting on different areas of the Crooked Cog Network. Take a look at my first post here, www.twentynineinches.com . Jeff will be helping out with enduro freak stuff on their Bike Blog. Good times! (Guess they'll publish any 'ol trash on this here inner-net! Wa-Hoo!) I tried telling these guys no, but they wouldn't listen! AHHHH! THE MADNESS!

so, yeah! What else? Regular family duties, Sturgis Falls Days coming up, mowing the green salad around the house, and tryin' to find time to re-con for Trans Iowa! Whew!Just to name a few things! Then I'm planning for something down the road. Something I haven't done in a while. I'll let ya'all stew on that for awhile!

Yesterday's site of photography was one of the two ponds located between Ainsborough and Fletcher, along Black Hawk Creek, in Hope Martin Park. Did-ja git it?

Things are Heatin" Up!

This time of the year is a time I always look forward to, but it goes by way too fast!! I guess that might be because there is so much going on. I think my weekends are pre-planned out into July already. BAH!! I've got to learn to say no more often.

For one thing, the shop work has finally heated up. 'Bout time too! I need the cash-ola! However, with it comes all the freaky madness, wanker customers, and twitchy tempers in the mechanics area. So, if you plan to visit Jeff and I soon, be kind! Understand we are in the season of "hay making", and may not be as inviting as say in.......THE DEAD OF WINTER!! (Where are all you guys then?) Besides that, we are in constant sufferage of the man that L.O.W.- (ask Jeff or I, we'll make it infinitely clear as to what that means!)

Also have the distinct pleasure of handling the mechanic duties at this weekends R.A.S.H. Ride, in Independance. I was there for the first one, and this year it'll be the IIIrd incarnation of this, ummmm........errrrr, ride. Plenty o alky-hall will be cun-soomed durin' th' fef-ti-val. Thweeet!

Then I (and your faithful corrospondent, Jeff Kerkove) will be posting on different areas of the Crooked Cog Network. Take a look at my first post here, www.twentynineinches.com . Jeff will be helping out with enduro freak stuff on their Bike Blog. Good times! (Guess they'll publish any 'ol trash on this here inner-net! Wa-Hoo!) I tried telling these guys no, but they wouldn't listen! AHHHH! THE MADNESS!

so, yeah! What else? Regular family duties, Sturgis Falls Days coming up, mowing the green salad around the house, and tryin' to find time to re-con for Trans Iowa! Whew!Just to name a few things! Then I'm planning for something down the road. Something I haven't done in a while. I'll let ya'all stew on that for awhile!

Yesterday's site of photography was one of the two ponds located between Ainsborough and Fletcher, along Black Hawk Creek, in Hope Martin Park. Did-ja git it?

Another Mutt From the Stable

There's just something about a classic steel hardtail, isn't there?
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Take a look at this. It's my "trunk" bike! I call it that because it fits perfectly in the trunk of my '96 Camry. (Well, I do have to remove both wheels, and the seatpost/saddle to get it in there!) I do not have a rack, or any other good means to transport a bike at this time, so if I want to take along a bike, this is the one that goes.

I believe it's a '99 Rockhopper. I helped a former co-worker pick it out, and then a few years later, he sold it to me. Original equipment except the fork, courtesy of Carlos the Jackal. (I may be going back to rigid, I hate having to futz with air pressure before every ride!) Oh yeah! The wheels are different too! I almost forgot! They are off a C'dale mountain bike, and were lighter than the stock wheels. I have got some Bontrager something or other tires on it. It rides pretty well........for a 26 inch wheeled bike! Ritchey Ni-Ti steel tubing helps with that.

Bonus points for any localis that can identify the setting for this picture of my bike!

Another Mutt From the Stable

There's just something about a classic steel hardtail, isn't there?
Guitar Ted Productions

Take a look at this. It's my "trunk" bike! I call it that because it fits perfectly in the trunk of my '96 Camry. (Well, I do have to remove both wheels, and the seatpost/saddle to get it in there!) I do not have a rack, or any other good means to transport a bike at this time, so if I want to take along a bike, this is the one that goes.

I believe it's a '99 Rockhopper. I helped a former co-worker pick it out, and then a few years later, he sold it to me. Original equipment except the fork, courtesy of Carlos the Jackal. (I may be going back to rigid, I hate having to futz with air pressure before every ride!) Oh yeah! The wheels are different too! I almost forgot! They are off a C'dale mountain bike, and were lighter than the stock wheels. I have got some Bontrager something or other tires on it. It rides pretty well........for a 26 inch wheeled bike! Ritchey Ni-Ti steel tubing helps with that.

Bonus points for any localis that can identify the setting for this picture of my bike!