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03-01-2009, 07:03 AM #1
Of sky 'n earth
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03-01-2009, 07:42 AM #2
I heart my bike
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What a great coincidence that she was staying at the same hotel at the same time!
Sounds like it was a lot of fun!!!
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03-01-2009, 07:49 AM #3
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That's very cool! I bet that made your whole trip!
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03-01-2009, 08:06 AM #4
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Wow, great story! Thanks for sharing.
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03-01-2009, 08:55 AM #5
gravel grindess
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What an unexpected cool adventure!
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03-01-2009, 09:23 AM #6
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Serendipity!
What a neat opportunity! My shyness would have gotten the best of me and I would have missed out on a fun experience. So...what did you & CW think of the bikes?
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03-02-2009, 04:43 AM #7
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Like I need an excuse to add a new bike to my stable....
Originally Posted by LilBolt
If I bike commuted, I would seriously consider it. My Breezer is only a 3 speed, which is fine for short rides around the neighborhood, but I definitely miss "middle" gears (compared to the options available on my road bike). I liked the flat handle bars too. I should have gotten a picture of her, as she was a pretty bike. I was too anxious to get on the road before we lost daylight. I thought about the camera when I was a couple of miles away from the hotel.Beth
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03-02-2009, 03:08 PM #8
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Actually, it's not! Originally Posted by shootingstar
Specialized has Demo Vans for each region of the country- a men and women's rep. Their job is to drive around their region to different LBSs and events and set u shop so people can come and try the bikes for the day. all you have to do is sign the release and leave a credit card, sometimes they ask for a drivers license.
Giant and Cannondale go to events and do the same, charity rides, races,etc.
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