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Jer
09-09-2008, 09:36 AM
Made my second commute to work this morning.

17 miles.

Its 40 degrees here.

I learned that I need NON-VENTED GLOVES!!!!!! O_o

What a ride though. Damn fun!!!!!
Sarris
09-09-2008, 09:41 AM
Gee Jer, I'm really feelin' sorry for you. It's about 85 here this AM, with highs around 92 today. So... I'll be in a t-shirt all day.

Really sucks don't it?? (NOT)

:lol:
Jer
09-09-2008, 09:55 AM
It'll be 68 when I leave at 4:30.

That'll be REAL NICE!!!!!
Magnar Infectus
09-09-2008, 09:58 AM
40, wow. I won't see 40 'till I open my freezer.
btw today was also my second commute to work. 8 miles each way. It's in the 80s here. Mostly cloudy.
Also still fun.
Jer
09-09-2008, 09:59 AM
It was cold. But way fun!!!!

As I crusied by the boat ramps to a nearby lake there was a lot of fog off to either side of the road. It was really cool riding near that. I can see how people get into this.

I didnt miss not having music. (like in the car)

In fact I found myself singing Gary Moore's "Over The Hills & Far Away" in my head...... Thats an odd choice for me. Awesome song though.
Magnar Infectus
09-09-2008, 10:06 AM
Weird. I was singing Life Is A Highway by Tom Cochran this morning. It's not odd that I was singing. I sing all the time, poorly. Just odd that I was singing on the bike. I've never done that before.
Sarris
09-09-2008, 10:10 AM
You "singers" need an audio system. I'll have to check the rules, but I'm not sure you should be having that much fun.

:neener: O_o :lol: :neener: O_o :lol:
Jer
09-09-2008, 10:18 AM
I do need audio.

I'm thinking I'll give my earbuds a try.

Its not like I can hear anything on the bike anyway. I'll need to pay attention to my mind wandering. If I think I'm lowering my attention to the environment I'll have to yank em.
Magnar Infectus
09-09-2008, 10:23 AM
Maybe we should get a setup like this?
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y131/magnarinfectus/Bikespeakers.jpg
Jer
09-09-2008, 10:27 AM
Ha!!!!!!

You NEED the bass.
Sarris
09-09-2008, 10:32 AM
Man, that system is the shit. Where can I get one of those??
:haha: :haha: :haha:

Jer, on a serious note, pass on the ear buds and just get a handlebar mounted audio system for your mp3 player. Lots safer!!!

:)
Jer
09-09-2008, 10:42 AM
what are those bullet speakers you mentioned.

Got a link?
Sarris
09-09-2008, 10:51 AM
Check out this topic.

http://www.gz250bike.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=1357

:rawk:
music man
09-09-2008, 10:55 AM
Yea Sarris forgot to mention to ya that his "speaker" setup costs like 10 times what listening to an MP3 player with earbuds is gonna cost you.


Later
Jer
09-09-2008, 11:03 AM
Hmmmmm. That is a bit spendy.
Sarris
09-09-2008, 11:06 AM
Yeah, but how much is it worth to you to rock the world. They also have systems as low as $139.

Also, it's probably illegal and possibly not safe to ride with earbuds.

:rawk:
Jer
09-09-2008, 11:12 AM
I'll certainly check into it. (legality)

And if I feel out of touch at all I wont do it.

I'll check into the less expensive systems too. Though I cant imagine anything "lower end" working well at decent speeds.

If you cant hear it and it doesnt sound good why do it.

At work I have earbuds in most of the day. I still have to pay attention to ringing phones and co-workers approaching from my peripheral.....
Sarris
09-09-2008, 11:36 AM
I have a couple of pals that have the less expensive systems and they sound great. The difference in systems is that the speakers are larger and the amp is not waterproof and has to be mouted under the seat. Candy has one of the less pricey systems as well, and she loves hers.

:)
Jer
09-09-2008, 11:42 AM
Cool. Great info. I really appreciate it!!!!
Jer
09-09-2008, 12:42 PM
WHOOO HOOO!!!! Its up to 60 degrees now!!!!

My ride to Buffalo Wild Wings for lunch is gonna be nice.
music man
09-09-2008, 01:01 PM
You ought to be able to ride to Buffalo Wild Wings in any temp. Just get some of their Mango Habenaro sauce or god forbid the Blazin :twisted: and you will sweat your way home LOL!. Man last week I tried the Mango Habanero sauce and it is f@#$ing HHHHHOTTTTTTTTT!!!!! haven't been brave enough to try the Blazin.
Jer
09-09-2008, 01:15 PM
I usually get the Asian Tzing or whatever its called.

I'm not a fan of stupid hot stuff.

I do intend on taking it up a notch today though.
music man
09-09-2008, 01:19 PM
The Honey BBQ is my favorite, I have some in my Pantry as we speak. Spicy but not Flaming hot.



Later
Water Warrior 2
09-14-2008, 05:04 PM
Made my second commute to work this morning.

17 miles.

Its 40 degrees here.

I learned that I need NON-VENTED GLOVES!!!!!! O_o

What a ride though. Damn fun!!!!!
I have leather guantlets that really make a difference. Keeping your wrists warm and out of the cool air flow is a must for me. Heated grips and some sort of handguard to block wind is a good idea if you ride a lot in cooler temps.