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Knot, I was thinking of making caraway seed scones for this. Is there a good gluten-free flour that works well as a sub for regular old flour, that you know of? If not, I will bring something else.
Don't worry too much about cleaning! None of us will be worried--we're just looking forward to being in good company.
By the way, and this is partly fyi, BikerHen--Chris will not be coming to this one, since he is starting the RAMROD training rides next Saturday.
Knott - we're just going to make a big mess anyway.:eek::D
This is such a cool idea. I wished I lived out closer to you guys - I'd love to join this. You guys have a nice camaraderie going out there, and you seem like you're alotta fun.
I have been following and really interested in Knott's excursions into bike fitting and saddle studies. Thanks for posting those Knott.
I'm wondering. Although this would really seem like an extra amount of work for you all - so it's a rather selfish request I guess, but - it'd be great if you guys could do some sort of quick photo documentation of what you're doing. Or quick notes like "here's so and so's problem" or "this isn't right based on this posture and your ailment" and then explain how you addressed it and then post it so we could all see how it went. The way you PT gals couple this info with the whole body physiology is great. It's so interesting.
I think I need to find a good fitter. I've been to 2 already for the same bike and each approach and remedy has been quite different from each other.
Hey, if I can get organized enough to put batteries in my camera, I'd be happy to take some pics!
Salsa - make regular wheat scones! (but if you want to experiment, try Pamela's Pancake and Baking Mix.) I will have plenty of gluten-free stuff for the potluck, too.
Wahine - what's the status with you and wheat?
I can have some, I just can't over do it. So beer's OK, pizza once in a while oK, a sandwich once a week but not 2 in one day:eek::eek: So It's all about moderation for me, not complete abstinence.
Now I'm curious. Why?
Cuz Salsa was asking about making wheat-free scones for the potluck. (I don't want her to go to the trouble if I'm the only non-wheat person there!:o)
Honey, I just CANNOT bring myself to make something to bring to a potluck that you can't eat. It's just not right. So I will try the pancake flour. Why not? It's good to learn something new. Can I get it at Whole Foods?
Oh, it's everywhere, especially the small bags! The cheapest I've found is at Fred Meyer. Next cheapest is PCC. Haven't priced it at Whole Foods, but I'm sure it's there, too.
I buy the giant bags at PCC. It has baking soda and baking powder and salt in it all ready, so be careful it doesn't throw off your recipe.
Here's the Scone recipe on the back of the bag, to give you an idea of how they handle the additional baking powder:
2 1/4 cups Pamela's Mix
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup currants
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp baking powder
4 tblspn butter
2/3 cup milk
do the usual thing, bake 375 for 15 minutes, etc etc
I've never tried baking anything else with Pamela's mix, just pancakes. Though I have added it to a really bad pizza crust mix, and the Pamela's improved the pizza crust a gazillion-fold.
And re: PCC - Knott, did you know that PCC is going to open in the former Albertson's location at Westgate in Edmonds...the sign out front says June, 2008...goodie, goodie!
Oooh, yeah, happy dance!
Trader Joe's was also bidding on the site, I'd be happy with either one!
Hmmm.... would this little get-together be worth a trek up from Portland? You guys sound like so much fun, and I'd love to meet everyone! Am I crazy to consider the drive for just a day? :o Speaking of which...I have no idea how long the drive is...I guess I should check into that, huh?
I would promise to bring something yummy, of course.
Not crazy! I go to Portland for day trips here and there.Quote:
Originally Posted by GLC1968
Portland to Seattle, about 3 hours, depending on traffic, driving style, etc.
Add maybe another 1/2 hour since Knot is a bit north, and maybe another 1/2 hour for being new to the route?
It would be a fun way to meet you!
It's definitely not crazy. In fact I will be driving through PDX to go up and we could carpool up and back from PDX. It would actually simplify things for me because I wouldn't bother staying overnight on Saturday if someone was riding with me on I5. If I don't have company, I'll likely try to stay overnight in Seattle and drive back on Sunday.Quote:
Originally Posted by GLC1968
Ooh, that might work! Let me make sure that DH will be in town that weekend so that he can watch the dogs for the day. If so, I'm in! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Wahine
Woooo-hooooooo! :D
just got back from my Sacramento trip. I'm still in. I'd like to see some more definite times so i know when to come. and Knot, pm me an address perhaps?
welcome back, Mimi and RD! Great pics too...sure looks/sounds like you had a very fun time.
I'm in for 3/29 also, but don't know the timing either...? What's the plan, folks? Linda's teaching that day, so, while I won't have any of her homemade culinary treats with me, I promise to bring (as in 'buy it') something yummy, ok?
Mary
Welcome back Mimi and RD! I saw your pictures at Bike Journal. The roads down there are beautiful. The one (appropriately named "glass") looked like it was smooth as glass!
Looks like good times and a great ride! Mimi, why didn't you bring the weather back with you? We need more sunshine!
Susan, I thought this afternoon was lovely!
and they can keep their hot weather, REALLY!
right now it's nice there; but I'd hate to live somewhere where A/C keeps you alive.
Well, there's this alleycat race at 3:27pm. I'm thinking we do our thing around lunchtime so folks can eat potluck and still get downtown to the alleycat if they want.
How about 11:00-2:00 ish?
Anybody have a problem with those times? How 'bout you folks coming up from PDX area?
TrickyTiger is up for leading a sweet little ride from my place to the beach for anyone who would rather do that than go to the alleycat.
I will send out PM's on how to get to my apartment complex. I'm terribly TERRIBLY disorganized and slow, so if you think I've left you out PM me.
Hey, I'm used to getting up for masters swimming at 5:20 AM. I think I can make 11.
GLC?? That means we should hook up at around 7:30 AM - doable?
And of course I will need an address/directions.
I do NOT have a trainer stand or skewer to fit said stand.
Anybody who has a stand and skewer they know and love, feel free to bring it/them. (and do you mind if we maybe share with one or two others?)
My apartment is very small. We will be doing the bike stuff out on my patio which is partially covered, so if it rains we are ok.
I have 2 trainers that I will bring. They will fit most skewers but if you know you are special needs.... well you get the idea.
Ooh, sounds like Wahine covers the trainer needs! You rock, babe!
speaking of bike fitting; after i did the Chilly hilly i had rather persistent hand pain. I also noticed that my inclinometer was "off" by quite a bit. This week I reset my handlebars so that the inclinometer was level again and PRESTO! my hand pain went away.
eeek!
just because you got fitted, doesn't mean that it is going to STAY that way!!!
Isn't it really neat how a few adjustments make a world of difference?! I was professionally fitted on my bike 5 years ago and I have everything marked. So when DH breaks down the bikes every six months for maintenance it goes back exactly as was. I can ride for hours and still feel great afterwards. :)
Hey all. Is this open to newcomers? I just discovered I have that morning off. I know LITTLE about my bike except that I love to ride it. I would be interested in learning a lot more! And in meeting everyone. I need to be back to the north by late afternoon, but may just be able to make it down there. Would that be okay? I don't want to crash a party! ;)
I think all people that are coming should be prepared to make some kind of donation to the gals who are putting this on. If there is no tip jar I will bring one.
Everyone's invited, but please let Knot know you are coming!
Jesvetmed, I look forward to meeting you!
Oh, I just read through this whole thread and an unimaginably jealous! Alas, I can not make it to this wonderful party and bike fitting and meeting of bike goddesses!
If it's at all possible, please post descriptions, and photos if you can, of the yoga and stretches, too! I'd like to know which yoga poses will most contribute to a healthier and more efficient position on the bike.
I'm sending lots of butterflies to you for the day. You will all have such a great time!
Hugs,
~T~
Wahine - 7:30 works for me! I'll probably have to figure out some place to meet you as I am actually a little west of the city. On which route will you be coming into PDX?
Great idea, Mimi...I'm in to contribute $ and to the potluck too.Quote:
Originally Posted by mimitabby
Not to steal anyone's thunder here, but I would also be willing to bring my work stand and truing stand if anyone needs some impromptu maintenance or wheel-truing lessons.
Also, we are bringing both kids, so I guess I'll volunteer for baby-sitting duty while y'all go and ride.
bravo Boy!
OOOh! Wheel truing!!!!! Maintanance!!!! COOOLLLLL! (I'll be doing babysitting with you, Mr. TigerKilt. Sknot and I won't be doing the ride.)
No need for a tip jar, this is just for fun and to look at how y'all mesh with your bikes. We likely won't be changing much of anything. Don't give us tips, just bring goodies for the potluck!
And yes, JVM, open invite! If I don't PM you with my addy and directions, PM me and remind me. I am horribly disorganized and need reminding.
I'm with Knott on the no tip jar. If you tipped us we'd feel obligated to provide good service... :p;)
This'll be fun and you'll be feeding me. That'll cost you all enough.:D There's a reason why I'm an Athena you know.;)
And there's a reason why I can't button my "fat jeans." ;)
I thought you were an Athena No More?Quote:
Originally Posted by Wahine
Not that you ever really were.
How old are the little ones?Quote:
Originally Posted by boy in a kilt
DS = 7 Walking Star Wars encyclopedia.Quote:
Originally Posted by Starfish
DD = 3 BIG attitude disguised in a small package with a sweet smile.
I'm still not sure if I'll participate in the group ride as I'm planning on riding there. We'll see.:rolleyes:
I think I'll make kim-bap(Korean for nori roll) or something salad roll like. Salad roll wrappers are made with tapioca starch. I'm guessing that tapioca is G.F. but not sure.:confused: There's nothing on the package that say it's made on equipment that processes wheat products but that doesn't mean anything.
tapioca is great, no problem!
In my case, it doesn't really matter about shared equipment that processes wheat because I don't have an allergy. (I just can't digest gluten, which then sets off a series of yucky events)
Ooooh, I'm getting excited about this, but I really really gotta clean my apartment. Need to rent a backhoe and dumptruck... ;) At least I don't have to worry that you guys will be discomfited by the three bikes, bike trailer, and big Rubbermaid tub of bike-bits in my living room! :D