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Whose hand do we have to grease to get that big erection? (sorry, couldn't help it)

I've never really understood this phrase. But now it makes sense.

Hmm? I'd say you at least need to get the moonroof option.

I've been curious about this ever since I realized that the Huck Norris was basically a glorified pool noodle. If you settle on a ghetto solution, please keep us updated.

Until cars are full autonomous and can legally drive my drunk ass home, I don't give 2 shits about a "tech package". I heard a radio commercial for the new electric VW SUV where they were touting how you can open the moonroof with voice control. I though never once have I wanted a moonroof open so badly that I can't wait for a good time to remove one hand from the wheel and press a single button. On the other hand, I can't tell you how many times I've been frustrated using Siri or other AI voice commands. Talk about a solution looking for a problem. I buy a computer or phone based on the tech and fully expect it to be near worthless in a few years. That's fine when we're talking a couple grand for a device, but not for what new vehicles are costing these days. I just bought a 2012 F-150 4x4 with 22,000 miles on it. It's got the V8 instead of the turbo charged V6. It had basically no tech features. For $370, I added a touch screen receiver with bluetooth phone and a backup cam. It runs Apple CarPlay for all the maps (which gives speed limits) and any app on my phone like streaming music services, messages, Audible, etc. I'm letting my "disposable tech" do the heavy lifting while I just need my vehicle to run. Couldn't be happier.

So, it's the bike or the girlfriend? That's a tough one.

It would be fun to watch these geniuses try to get the gas from the grocery sack or laundry basket into the car's tank.

My brother in law has a Cirrus SR22, the one in this article that deployed the whole plane parachute. He hope to never have to use it, but it sure does seem like a hell of a safety feature.

I'm not going to say "you're wrong", but I'd wager to say that 99% of us have used the "usual advice" to good success. 1. Ride with better riders. Yes, of course. See what they are doing. Notice where they are being cautious and where they are taking risks. Not saying you should try to follow a pro DH rider down the hill, but having someone push you slightly above your limits is beneficial. Just be aware that they are better than you and there is never any shame in walking an obstacle. 2. Ride more. Practice, practice, practice. I can't see how that is bad advice. The best riding tips I've gotten: Steer with your belly button. (aka "point with your pecker") Don't turn the bar or your head to steer. The bike will follow your hips. This works on all turn. It works on fast downhill sections, but it works especially well (and its impossible to over do it) on slow uphill switchbacks. Learn to feel and hear when your tires start to slide. There is a moment in between full traction and washing out. It sounds like scratching. You can feel the scratch too. mack_turtle makes an excellent point about tire pressure. It makes a big difference. Braking is really only effective when you are not skidding. Skidding is lack of control. Plus it tears up the the trail. Use both brakes. Most beginners won't use their front brakes enough. Bring post ride beers.

Those paninis look pretty good. Are we sure they are lining up for gas?

That's what I tell the mosquitos trying to pull this shit.

And the "little hand" will be fatter and denote the larger portion of time.

This was one of the first lessons I learned about mountain biking.

Mine told me to purge it every time. I assume for the same reason you don't store your bike with the dropper post slammed. Is that not necessary?

They also made it sound like Austin was constantly overrun with dangling caterpillars. It was bad for a couple weeks.

I got hose in different area codes.

It sounds like we use our compressors the exact same way. I have a 10gal (i think) hotdog Craftsman. It works great, but probably overkill. If it broke today, I'd probably get one to those $99 HF pancake ones. The guys putting up the wooden forms for my pool had one that looked like it had seen some shit. They used it to shoot nails and bore into solid limestone. If can withstand daily outdoor use, it can probably sit in my garage a get turned on briefly every other month.

It looks like there is a little shim in there. Maybe they fixed that inside the seat tube somehow, got a smaller seat post, and clamped them together.

It's trending up! Can't wait to hear about the house that sells next year.

I received this unsolicited “market analysis” in the mail today. I just found it funny. Two data points. Nice graph.

Depends. Can we trust you not to chew out your scrotum stitches?

San Marcos Vet Clinic did an excellent job on my dog.

Baja Icehouse is down at the marina.

I have this one: https://www.dakine.com/collections/bike-backpacks-hydration/products/hot-laps-5l-bike-waist-bag?variant=33209068814416 My choice of this one over the dozens of others was that this was the only hip pack i found that had a 70oz bladder. My fear was that I'd like wearing the hip pack, but I'd be forced to go back to the backpack style in the summer to avoid dehydration. With this pack and a bottle on the frame, I can carry almost as much as my 100oz backpack. I will say that it rides a little awkwardly when filled completely. If I'm not going to need full water capacity, I'll leave it half full (or half empty if I'm in a bad mood).