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Maidei said Ohio sounds fun! She's ready to move on.
'02 Eddy Merckx Fuga, Selle An Atomica
'85 Eddy Merckx Professional, Selle An Atomica
'10 Soma Double Cross DC, Selle An Atomica
Slacker on wheels.
We asked who was next and whether she was finished in the NE...
If Red hasn't already sent her my way, you're welcome to show Maidei around NY (and introduce her to any other New Yorker TE'rs) first. Send her a PM.
Speed comes from what you put behind you. - Judi Ketteler
I haven't sent her yet. If anyone closer to RI than wnyrider wants her, let me know today. Otherwise, she's going to Western NY! She's all packed and ready to ride.
'02 Eddy Merckx Fuga, Selle An Atomica
'85 Eddy Merckx Professional, Selle An Atomica
'10 Soma Double Cross DC, Selle An Atomica
Slacker on wheels.
Maidei's on her way to wnyrider! Bon voyage!
'02 Eddy Merckx Fuga, Selle An Atomica
'85 Eddy Merckx Professional, Selle An Atomica
'10 Soma Double Cross DC, Selle An Atomica
Slacker on wheels.
Sheeeee's here! I was actually loading up my bike for a ride when the postal lady came by. As soon as I spotted the box and peeked at the RI listed on the return address I knew it was Maidei. Quickly I ran back in the house, grabbed my camera, put the handlebar bag on my handlebars and off we went! Being with Maidei was loads of fun. We rode to Fort Niagara. Upon entering the park we spent a brief solemn moment at the cemetary as we paid our respects. We didn't go into the fort as I didn't think to bring money or a bike lock. Luckily the grounds are beautiful and plenty of places for Maidei to romp. This was a fun afternoon. We are looking forward to tomorrow's adventure.
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Beautiful photos, wnyrider. I thought for a moment that Maidei might get shot out of that canon, that'd be an experience she'd never forget.
Specialized Ruby/Selle Italia Flow
1991 Specialized Sirrus, steel frame
Dahon Eco C7
Surly Long Haul Trucker/Terry Fly RS
Trident TWIG Recumbent
How nice! And what beautiful photographs!
Oh how she must've enjoyed New York![]()
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"We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing." George Bernard Shaw
Luna Eclipse/Selle Italia Lady
Surly Pacer/Terry Butterfly
Quintana Roo Cd01/Koobi Stratus
1981 Schwinn Le Tour Tourist
Jamis Coda Femme
The weather turned cold and that alone we could deal with, but oh the wind! It was too punishing to enjoy riding on the bike. It was dark and we even had hail.
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So we had a busy couple of days taking care of business. Maidei learned what "sandwich generation" means.
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We were able to get out and take part in a little tourist activity, such as visiting our local Niagara Falls Aquarium.
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I won't bore you with any more photos. And, I will let you know that the great white shark was not real. They have real sharks, but the light reflected too sharply off the glass to appreciate the shots. Well, Maidei's visit is wrapping up. OakLeaf said she was busy through this w/e, so probably Monday or Tuesday she will be on her way to Ohio. No one else close to me for a hand off responded. USPS it will be! I'll post more pics with the grand Niagara Falls next.
Last edited by wnyrider; 10-23-2010 at 04:36 PM. Reason: sp
Very nice pics of Maidei at the aquarium. When I saw her with the Great White, I immediately thought of Jaws ... daaa dum daaa dum daaa dum.
Specialized Ruby/Selle Italia Flow
1991 Specialized Sirrus, steel frame
Dahon Eco C7
Surly Long Haul Trucker/Terry Fly RS
Trident TWIG Recumbent
Ooo, I love the aquarium shots, great idea!![]()
Winter riding is much less about badassery and much more about bundle-uppery. - malkin
1995 Kona Cinder Cone commuterFrankenbike/Selle Italia SLR Lady Gel Flow
2008 white Nakamura Summit Custom mtb/Terry Falcon X
2000 Schwinn Fastback Comp road bike/Specialized Jett
What fun! I'll be watching for her.![]()
Speed comes from what you put behind you. - Judi Ketteler
Oooo, one step closer to Indiana!
and then Illinois?
Great idea going to the aquarium. Beautiful photos....the shark photo cracked me up.
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"We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing." George Bernard Shaw
Luna Eclipse/Selle Italia Lady
Surly Pacer/Terry Butterfly
Quintana Roo Cd01/Koobi Stratus
1981 Schwinn Le Tour Tourist
Jamis Coda Femme