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[MM_QFC!]

...MM_QFC: Yes, I'll hang out after the ride. A few of us are doing the Middle Sisters route, which starts rolling ~ 8am. It's 40 miles, but I'm not terribly familiar with the route so I have no idea how quickly it will go. I'm thinking a leisurely avg. 10-15 mph + snack break gets us to the finish by 1pm. Adult beverages should be excellent motivation!

OK, great...I'll drag my jet-lagged body over there by Noon-ish...and look for you et al...will that work?
Happy trails to me and happy packing to you!
Mary

[NbyNW]

OK, great...I'll drag my jet-lagged body over there by Noon-ish...and look for you et al...will that work?
Happy trails to me and happy packing to you!
Mary

Yes, I'm sure everyone riding would love to see you as well!

Hope the AIDS ride is successful!

[Crankin]

OK, got it. Just different terminology. We have cable, so the switch over didn't affect us... but we have 2 TVs that are not digital; so we bought the boxes for those 2, because Comcast is going all digital in 2010. Well, except now, you won't be able to get the over the air HD broadcasts in HD with these boxes, once the change occurs. We unplugged the box on our TV in the bedroom (that we actually do watch) for now, since the change hasn't happened yet, and my DH is going to try to figure out a way to get the digital signal and the HD on a TV that doesn't have a cable box or card.

[KnottedYet]

I never got around to getting one of those boxes, so I haven't watched TV since the switch. Never really watched much TV anyway. The box costs as much as my TV did. Still works fine for watching the DVD player, but my computer has a bigger screen...

So, my TV is kind of neglected. Guess I need to take it to the recycler. I dunno. Can't see myself buying a new TV nor buying a converter box. What do people do with these archaic TVs?

[bmccasland]

What do people do with these archaic TVs?

Make planters?

[crazycanuck]

We have an old tv & are not buying a newbie flashy type any time soon. DOn't need a newbie tv. With an old tv, can you not give it to a charity or something?

We don't need a new tv. Another mtn bike that fits (patiently waiting for next year..) & tuition are first.

SEt top box was cheaper than the new set of nicks we just purchased.

[KnottedYet]

With an old tv, can you not give it to a charity or something?

Unfortunately, in the US these old TVs no longer work; they are analog and all signals in the US switched to digital. I don't think any charities would be interested in them. There's probably a glut on the market anyway.

I like the idea of making a planter out of it!

[Trek420]

Hopefully soon you'll have access to mine which is bigger, nicer and already digital compatible.

Meanwhile check earth911.org for a list of locations that e-cycle.

Some e-cycle drives benefit charities.

It's too d@mn hot down here today.

[crazycanuck]

I thought all bogans would be asleep at 5am..apparently not today On my ride this morning, the sole car that passed me had a dude in it swear at me I thought it was quite funny. Nothing else to do at 5am???

I had a great zippy ride this morning

[DebW]

I've been apartment hunting and found 3 good choices. Do I want the nice duplex with 1.5 baths, a dining room, and some garage space? Or the 1-floor duplex with small living space but huge basement (with outdoor-only access)? Or the rustic house on the old farm (with a dirt-floor basement) from which I could probably ski 6 miles to work? The farm house doesn't have much room for bike repair unless I work in the musty basement, but the setting is wonderful.

[redrhodie]

I've been apartment hunting and found 3 good choices. Do I want the nice duplex with 1.5 baths, a dining room, and some garage space? Or the 1-floor duplex with small living space but huge basement (with outdoor-only access)? Or the rustic house on the old farm (with a dirt-floor basement) from which I could probably ski 6 miles to work? The farm house doesn't have much room for bike repair unless I work in the musty basement, but the setting is wonderful.

I think you'd be really happy to have the garage space if you could set up a shop in it. Even though it sounds romantic, I'm guessing the farmhouse will be freezing cold and not very comfortable unless it's been insulated and has a good wood stove. Also, I'd be really reluctant to store anything in that farmhouse basement after my New England basement experiences. Your tools will rust in the blink of an eye.

[Crankin]

I'd think you would want a happy medium; the farmhouse might not be ah, energy efficient. If you want the space to work, then get the smaller duplex with the basement. I guess it depends how much stuff you have to put inside the house, and if the neighborhoods/towns are comparable in terms of commuting by car and bike, and other amenities, like how close to coffee houses, etc.

[katluvr]

Almost 20 days since the last post here....I guess we need to get conversations going!
So how is everyone's weather?
We are still reaching 90 in the afternoon. Makes for a HOT evening. This is the time of year I get tired of the heat. Our mornings are only in the mid 70's--but very muggy. I won't be complaining in a few months...but just a wee bit hot.
Expected to be up to 90 all this weekend. Planning on biking a bit north of my house...usually about 5 degree's cooler so maybe it will be a cool 70 when we start.
Anyone else w/ Indian Summer?

[Biciclista]

yes, it's been gorgeous here; the best weather ever.

[OakLeaf]

It's been beautiful all summer, a bit too dry but not a bad drought, and now it's going to rain and turn cooler just in time for my tough long ride this weekend.