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Faceplant
I went to REI this morning and picked up a few mountain biking toys: some ergonomic hand grips, a cycling jersey, and some cycling socks. That was also where I got Mattie's backpack ( Read more... ) -
On dieting...
The Plan: Go to the cafeteria, toast some bread and assemble a small sandwich for lunch.
The Execution: Go to the cafeteria, order a giant pile of nachos.
Analysis: FAIL -
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Over 1/3rd of our department has worked here for 15+ years. -
Bike Repairs
Been crazy with the bike repairs this evening. Made a second attempt to fix the leaky tube on my new bike, we'll see if it holds this time. The replacement freehub (part that clicks when you coast) for my old Trek showed up today, so I was able to put that on and repack the rear wheel bearings. Chain is back on and lubed, brakes should be setup ( Read more... ) -
OMFG
Trying to change the oil on my car... Took me forever just to get the oil filter loose, and now that I have it off, I can't actually figure out how to remove it from the engine compartment, there isn't enough room between the exhaust manifold and the subframe!
Update, from an online how-to:
If you have trouble getting the filter "out" aka, it ( Read more... ) -
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"Consumers spent more on gasoline than vehicles and parts for the first time in 26 years in May and June, as U.S. pump prices headed for a record."
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Colonnade Again
Caleb and I hit the Colonnade bike park again after work yesterday. We met up with Jason, Krissy and Christopher - and Jason's coworker Mike showed up. I forgot to put my helmet in the car, so I stuck to the easy stuff ( Read more... )
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