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@ShawnoftheDread 58694 wrote:

Would it be winning or losing if the boss said, “Nice bike! Can I try it out?”

“Sorry, frame’s too big for you.”

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@consularrider 58689 wrote:

CCBID gives out front blinkies with their own logo on them.

Good to know – I just hope they stock the machine with them so I don’t have to wait till the light give-away events.

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bikearlingtonforum.com works.
washingtonareabikeforum (or whatever it is) gets blocked.

Not sure how the company manages white lists/black lists – I imagine they just subscribe to 3rd party lists or they have keyword filters they apply.

I wouldn’t mind using the Tapatalk app to access, but functionality is so limited that its kind of a pain.

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@Tim Kelley 58677 wrote:

FYI–this is a Phoenix Bikes/Crystal City BID project. I’m sure both of those organizations would enjoy your comments and suggestions.

I know that BA usually gives the BA blinky lights away for free, but have you guys considered stocking the machine with a pair of front and back blinkies and charging something really low just to recoup transaction costs? $2 for a pair or something like that. I am always in need of those blinkies. Heck, I’d buy a few pairs just to be able to hand out to ninjas that I see along the trails.

(And I understand that its not really a BA effort – just thought you might be able to coordinate with Phoenix and CCBID on it)

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@KLizotte 58675 wrote:

Any thoughts on how this is going to be advertised in the area so cyclists know it is there? I’m sure NPS won’t allow a sign on the MVT, so perhaps a sandwich board at the entrance to the tunnel ramp (but who would put it up/take it down every day?) or perhaps a better paint job of the vending machine itself so that it says “BIKE STUFF HERE”.
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How does Bikenetic get away with their sign on the W&OD? I know its NVRPA instead of NPS, but perhaps the same contractual mechanisms could be applied?

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@KelOnWheels 58605 wrote:

Oooooooo THERE ARE MORE PICTURES AT THE LINK NOW! It’s SPARKLY! Can go single or geared!

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The Straggler looks awesome, but that ECR 29+….OH that ECR 29+:

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I LOVE this idea, now that I’m working only 2 blocks away.
Just make sure you stock it with:

700c x 20-25 tubes
700c x 25-30 tubes
700c x 32-38 tubes
700c x 38-42 tubes

and lots of Skratch Labs goodies.

KTHANXBAI!

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@Bilsko 58625 wrote:

In good news, I’ve learned that I should be fine taking my bike right up into my office with me.

Boss just walked in and either didn’t notice my bike or gives precisely zero f#%#$^cks. Either way, I win.

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@ShawnoftheDread 58633 wrote:

Between posting here and staring at your bike, how are you going to get any work done?

I’d ‘Like’ this post, but ef’in javascript doesn’t work on the work-laptop’s Internet Explorer* – heck, I’m lucky the forum has two separate web addresses because one of them is blocked!

As it is, I’ve positioned the bike behind my monitor – its a good and bad thing that I can’t see it.

*Internet Explorer, the Number One browser for downloading other browsers.

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Got to wave hello to Mike E. on the 14th St bridge and then to Kathy on the MVT. Maybe I should throw in a HP lap on the way in more often (if my legs will let me)

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@consularrider 58655 wrote:

Nope, that was me. Then I saw KelOnWheels this morning at Gravelly Point.

Ah! Good to know – you were 2nd or 3rd in a train of riders if I recall so my recognition skills were tested.
I wonder how much my BAFS zipper tags (blue, yellow, and PINK) are visible and recognizable to oncoming riders)

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Greenbelt was that you that waved to me on the MVT by the airport around 5:15 this afternoon? I couldn’t tell for sure and the MVT seems pretty far afield for you.

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Yeah, so of course it doesn’t rain at all today during my commute times – would have been perfect time to spend on the new bike.

In good news, I’ve learned that I should be fine taking my bike right up into my office with me.

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@Bilsko 58574 wrote:

1/8? I *might* have one. Only problem is that I think my spare is an 18. Will check this evening when I get home.

Yeah – looks like its an 18 – but sounds like other forum members might have you covered.

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@KayakCyndi 58510 wrote:

Yes, please! Dcv and I were talking about this the other morning at FCCII.

I am so conflicted right now. Allegiance to my FCC1 compatriots… or planning out gravel grinders with the FCC2 crew ‘cross the riva.

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