It is nice to have another bike....or two.....or even three. Just think of it as bikes that have a specialty. One is for commuting, another for rainy days, another for fast, zippy rides and another........
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Thread: Lonely - my bike is in the shop
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08-30-2007, 10:30 AM #1
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08-30-2007, 12:07 PM #2
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It's too bad they don't actually breed...you know, you could buy that Specialized S-Works Tarmac to bring home to your Bianchi C2C distance bike, and a couple months later have that really fast, really comfortable new little ride to train up!
What other kinds of cross-breeding might be handy?"The best rides are the ones where you bite off much more than you can chew, and live through it." ~ Doug Bradbury
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08-30-2007, 12:54 PM #3
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I don't really need different bikes for different kinds of riding. My one bike does most everything I would use it for. HOWEVER....I have had two occasions so far when my bike was "in the shop" and I just about went out of my mind not having a bike to ride! For that reason I am planning to get a second bike- to keep me sane when one bike needs to be in for repairs etc. Also for if one bike gets stolen some day (God forbid!).
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08-30-2007, 02:11 PM #4
gravel grindess
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Hahahahahahaha!!!!!
Originally Posted by Starfish
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08-30-2007, 03:49 PM #5
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And, one bike for the trainer, and one for the road.
"The best rides are the ones where you bite off much more than you can chew, and live through it." ~ Doug Bradbury
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08-30-2007, 04:06 PM #6
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I have 2 bikes and don't regret it. I was going to sell Pru when Bea came home. I debated to myself about selling or keeping. Pru even had a prospective buyer too. Decided that I needed a rainy day, occasional winter riding bike and Pru would do that in a heartbeat. AND if one's in the shop, I"m still satisfied-- It's all about me..
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08-30-2007, 05:06 PM #7
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Whew! My most wonderfullest and fabulousest LBS fixed her all up in just 24 hours and I got to bring her back home. Unfortunately, it is blazing hot outside so I won't be riding her tonight. But I am very relieved to have her back in her place of honor in the spare bedroom. I do wish bikes would breed because a second bike may soon become a necessity.
Did I mention my awesome LBS? Only $15 in labor to true the back wheel, put on a new back tire, perform a full safety check, and make a few derailleur and brake adjustments. I was expecting a much higher bill. Placerville Bike Shop rocks!!!
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08-30-2007, 08:43 PM #8
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Hey Sara. Glad you got your baby back. I know what you mean about how it feels good to know that you rode her enough to need a tune-up. My bike just started shifting on her own the other day for the first time, so she's due for some adjustments as well.
Dh said he might be able to fix her himself, but if he does take her in, she'll probably go in with the tandem which definitely needs a tune up before our century. So, I'll be out BOTH Baby (that's her name) and Burley (the tandem).
Anways, I'm happy you have been reunited with your baby and that she is now in good health.
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