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Title: So I got a bicycle
Post by: -KEN- on May 30, 2010, 07:40:48 PM
As I sit here dying after a brief ride (up and down hill) around the block, now I know I'm out of shape. Anyone else actually bike around? I'm sick of driving.
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: Steve on May 30, 2010, 07:46:52 PM
i so thought u meant like a harley
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: drakkenkorin on May 30, 2010, 08:05:40 PM
Not until he gets those ass-less chaps.

Everything is too far removed here in San Antonio to ride a bike.  Plus, they're too hippy for my taste.
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: jkim on May 30, 2010, 08:06:58 PM
To and from campus, unless I need to be somewhere in a huge rush after class.

http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45780&menuItemId=0
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: Mike on May 30, 2010, 08:53:40 PM
The main issue that has kept me from riding as transport is simply sweet.  I can't do the slow ass 5-10 mph pace that is suppose to keep you from sweeting.  And there are no gyms near work.
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: jkim on May 30, 2010, 11:25:57 PM
It's spelled sweat.
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: jkim on May 30, 2010, 11:26:32 PM
Unless you actually do get sweeter as you cycle longer. :p
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: Mike on May 30, 2010, 11:42:07 PM
haha spelling for the fail!
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: Steve on May 31, 2010, 12:36:01 AM
I would bike places if i wasnt all sweaty upon arrival
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: KnuckleBuckett on May 31, 2010, 08:12:45 AM
Quote from: RoD on May 31, 2010, 12:36:01 AM
I would bike places if i wasnt all sweaty upon arrival

Yeah I agree.  Same problem with going for a couple mile walk at lunch. 
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: Govtcheez on May 31, 2010, 04:04:41 PM
Quote from: drakkenkorin on May 30, 2010, 08:05:40 PM
Not until he gets those ass-less chaps.
If ass-less chaps had an ass, wouldn't they be pants?
Title: Re: So I got a bike
Post by: -KEN- on June 01, 2010, 12:22:55 PM
Yeah, I'm trying to figure out if I want to actually use it to get anywhere, or just explore town. I enjoy just driving or walking around LA -- you always find cool places -- but driving is a pain and walking can only get you so far (and you only feel comfortable walking through so many shady areas). We have a gym in the office, but I don't know if I want to be that guy riding his bike to work. I guess the first step is to get in shape enough to ride anywhere, then take it from there.

Quote from: Tactical Pants on May 31, 2010, 04:04:41 PM
Quote from: drakkenkorin on May 30, 2010, 08:05:40 PM
Not until he gets those ass-less chaps.
If ass-less chaps had an ass, wouldn't they be pants?

That's true, "ass-less chaps" is probably redundant. And at the least, they'd be leather pants.
Title: Re: So I got a bicycle
Post by: -KEN- on June 01, 2010, 12:24:50 PM
Quote from: RoD on May 30, 2010, 07:46:52 PM
i so thought u meant like a harley

Fixed for accuracy..
Title: Re: So I got a bicycle
Post by: charlie on June 01, 2010, 02:39:27 PM
I used to bike a bit. Going to college in Davis almost everybody has a bike, so that wasn't unusual, but after I moved away and got a job I still biked a bit. I'd love to do it now but my work would be like 40 minutes away so it might be difficult. That and I left my bike at an old apartment.

I'd try biking to work if it's a decent ride. If it doesn't work, switch back to the car.