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A Day Off!

3. July 2008

This is the first day off I have had from my job in a long time. So what am I going to do with all of the free time? Hopefully, I get everything on my list done in time to get some riding in...if not, get ready for Tanasi.

The Ugliest Truck Ever

25. June 2008

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I was driving down I-20 in Atlanta on my way to our Tuesday night ride when I saw a truck so hideous that I had to take a picture. Seriously, what are people thinking?! As you can see by the picture, this Ford F350 crew cab dully has FAKE BLINGED OUT WHEELS attached to the regular ones!

My Soapbox Rant

20. June 2008

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I don't normally do this on Mountain Biking by 198, but I am now. One of the benefits of having a blog is the ability to speak your mind on subjects, and one of the great things about the comments section is that you can share yours! So here it goes...

Doing things we hate…

14. June 2008

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This month, our Lifetime Fitness finally opened around the corner. One of the biggest draws to this gym, for me, was the incredible spinning room. Now, I hate spinning. Riding a bike in a room for fitness is not high on my list of fun activities, but spinning does have one very real benefit...it makes you a stronger rider.

I Miss My Bike

13. June 2008

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I wrote a post recently on what cycling was to me. This week, I am once again reminded what happens when I miss out on my weekly ride routine that gives me all of the benifits that I mentioned in that post. The job that pays the bills had me out on the road from Monday until today.

Trail Etiquette - Volume 1

8. June 2008

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This is something that gets on my nerves during a lot of rides at local, loop style trails. If I come up on you at a fast rate, it is not a challenge to go the same speed I am. I don't know what it is, but there are a lot of riders out there that will not let you pass!

Commuting by Bike

7. June 2008

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The commuting by bike industry is on fire this year. Never before has it been this popular to use your bike as a mode of transportation rather than just pleasure. I think there are several reasons for this phenomenon.

What is cycling to you?

6. June 2008

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he list can go on and on, but during every ride, cycling stirs emotions. I know after a long day at the office a great ride is a stress release and a way to get my head clear. On Pisgah epics, cycling is an adrenaline rush, exercise and a passion. For shuttle dh runs, it is almost all adrenaline rush (which is addicting). Somedays, cycling is just an excuse to get outside on a perfect day.

Industry Nine vs. Chris King

4. June 2008

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The Industry Nine vs. Chris King hub debate is one rivalry that has gotten a lot of press over the last couple of years. The rookie, Industry Nine, has stepped in to try to claim the title. In every great match-up, the race is pretty close. I have owned or currently own both of these incredible hubs. How do they measure up?

The Never Ending Pile of Tires

30. May 2008

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Sometimes its larger, sometimes its smaller, but it is always there...the never ending pile of tires. For some reason I can never really get rid of it. There are always a couple of sets that I think I may use again and then there are the sets that are dry rotted and need a new home. A lot of times, I end up giving away the tires I didn't like to friends and fellow riders.