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Bikes and bike riding

Jimmy B and I went for a great ride on Friday night.  Yes, it was part of the night riding series.  Yes, we did have a great time and covered at least 20 miles.  No, nobody fell down go boom.

In this photo, I think I saw some type of Hollywood starlet or submarine sandwich off in the distance that I was looking at lovingly.  Honestly, I would have made a move on either had one actually presented itself at this hour.

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Friday morning bike video

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Nicholas Quirke

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Freshly rebuilt single speed commuter

Here's my new (old) bike!

Looking sharp and skinny, greased and ready.

New puncture proof tires, original rims. Original brakes, fresh cabling.

New single speed freewheel system with original chainring adn shortened original chain

Oh yeah, new two tone bar tape, new brake levers and hoods.

Here is the bike in it's first iteration as a single speed. This was taken in June.

What a labor of love; can't wait to ride him.

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Dinner, er drinks.

     
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Be a conscious commuter

When you are able, of course.

Nicholas Quirke

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Dateline: Homewood :: Emily got a new road bike

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This video does the bike no justice, but suffice to say, it is beautiful and it was a STEAL.
 
Just another craigslist success story.
 
Drivers: please use caution when approaching this road bike novice.
 
Wonder if Emily will be pedaling this as yet unnamed lady during the South Shore triathlon we are considering.

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Stop what you are doing and go buy a tandem bike

First time ever on a tandem bike, and the back no less, and I am getting one just as soon as the bank forecloses on my farm.
 
Emily and her coworker Rebecca came over on Rebecca's tandem bike and these things are sweet.

Jen and I on the bike. Also prominently featured in this photo: my neighbor Ernie's arm. He was riding on the front handlebars, documenting the entire event for posterity.

Also, a video. It appears as though I am biking drunk here. Cars.

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King in the castle, king in the castle

I was excited to snap a photo of this guy, who I have named "King in the Castle" riding down my block.
 
True, he just looks like a regular biker here, but zoom in a bit. King in the Castle rides around with his arms crossed. All the time! Who is this guy?
 
King in the Castle, that's who.
 
Violet wanted to add, "dude, where's your helmet?" I am still waiting to see his crown.

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Homewood Farmer's Market

Yes, you have all been to the farmer's market, but Homewood's market features a few great shops I wanted to mention. I would highly recommend these few to those who make thier way out here on Saturday mornings.
 
Fatty's Cookies and baked goods

Seriously delicious cookies and brownies. Highlights include peanut butter toffee and oddly, chocolate chip. A bit on the spendy side for cookies, but worth it. David and Tracy are pictured.
 
Ey coffee

Great, local alternative to my favorite, starbucks.
 
Vio and Penny and our bikes

Don't be an ass and drive to the farmer's market. How far is it really from your place.

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Self Portraits: Night Riding

Foggy night, and late. Joyful, aggressive riding with Metric/Fantasies blaring on my headset.

     
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Nicholas Quirke

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