TheSarge Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 2 minutes ago, crazyt said: I kitesurf and this has been an above average year for kitesurfing. On days when it isnt windy I can ride. Maybe take up kitesurfing? I've wanted to try kitesurfing for years! How do I get started? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted November 9, 2018 Author Share Posted November 9, 2018 Got 1.5" in my backyard in Pflugerville. Everything is mud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSarge Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 My coworkers are saying I need to go ride. My wife and kid have been saying it for awhile, but you know things are bad when the coworkers recognize it. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamwa Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 2 hours ago, Ridenfool said: This line of thought has hatched an idea based upon the contrary nature of our friend (fiend?), Murphy. Think about it, buy a bike, it rains. Go to fly a kite the wind dies down. However, if you bring a Frisbee, with the kite you can play until the wind picks up and then the kite can be flown. Create the contrary conundrum cancellation condition (CCCC) and it guides Murphy, to some extent. The first idea to mind was for each of us to set a bucket outside with the heartfelt expectation of it being filled by rain for some purpose important to us. As a passing thought that initially seemed it might work, but then I realized that Murphy would only breed mosquitoes in it. What has to happen is for someone to install an elaborate and expensive Rainwater Collection System. So a fish tank. I have one for sale if anyone is interested. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tip Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 This is getting ridiculous. To be able to ride dirt you have to be at your doorstep in a sprinter's position. Listen to the weatherman, check your rain gauge, look at social media to hear the chatter, and then...maybe...hopefully...there's a small window of opportunity and...GO GO GO. Ride NOW! And then...it rains again. FRRRRUUUCKKKK! That is exactly how yesterday was. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browndog Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 Damn this is getting ridiculous!! I imagine that the online retailers have some metrics that show increased bike part purchases in areas where the weather is crappy. "If I can't ride my bike, I'll just buy something to put on it." I best the Austin area is showing up a big spike in their sales numbers. I'm so sick of this...ugh.I just ordered a damn front fender. Reveille Peak seems to be the only place I ride now and I get water and mud shot onto my face.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leafkiller Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 I'm going to get a new saddle today. My LBS is having a sale on them today.Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 I built a new bike in mid august and last weekend was the first time it saw dirt. I was amped for the cooler weather to come but wasn't prepared for all of the rain. Dont get me wrong, im glad we have it and the lakes are full but cabin fever has definitely set in. Ive actually resigned myself to selling some bikes and putting money away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntonioGG Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 4 hours ago, Ridenfool said: This line of thought has hatched an idea based upon the contrary nature of our friend (fiend?), Murphy. Think about it, buy a bike, it rains. Go to fly a kite the wind dies down. However, if you bring a Frisbee, with the kite you can play until the wind picks up and then the kite can be flown. Create the contrary conundrum cancellation condition (CCCC) and it guides Murphy, to some extent. The first idea to mind was for each of us to set a bucket outside with the heartfelt expectation of it being filled by rain for some purpose important to us. As a passing thought that initially seemed it might work, but then I realized that Murphy would only breed mosquitoes in it. What has to happen is for someone to install an elaborate and expensive Rainwater Collection System. Actually, let's plant a crop! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyt Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 5 hours ago, TheSarge said: I've wanted to try kitesurfing for years! How do I get started? corpus is one of the best places to learn in the country. Best time is in the spring when the wind is constant every single day. Once you get good you can kite on lake travis, granger, pflugerville, belton, buchanan etc you can bring a bike in case you get skunked and go ride nearby trails. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamsloan Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 3 hours ago, Browndog said: I just ordered a damn front fender. Reveille Peak seems to be the only place I ride now and I get water and mud shot onto my face. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Wish.com had one listed for $2...so yeah. I ordered one too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fontarin Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 2 hours ago, ATXZJ said: I built a new bike in mid august and last weekend was the first time it saw dirt. I was amped for the cooler weather to come but wasn't prepared for all of the rain. Dont get me wrong, im glad we have it and the lakes are full but cabin fever has definitely set in. Ive actually resigned myself to selling some bikes and putting money away. Yep, I build up a new bike in August too. It's seen the trail twice. I really wanted to get more tuning in before LGT next weekend but guess we'll see how it goes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shinerider Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 2 hours ago, Teamsloan said: Wish.com had one listed for $2...so yeah. I ordered one too. Won't be here till Xmas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamsloan Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 My goal is to have it arrive on the boat from China just in time for the rains to end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted November 9, 2018 Author Share Posted November 9, 2018 I have a front fender here now too. Fenders for lefty's are a bit odd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natas1321 Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 Just ordered a new fork, bars, pedals, but am going to blame the rain for spending more money. Sent from my HTC One M9 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted November 9, 2018 Author Share Posted November 9, 2018 7 minutes ago, natas1321 said: Just ordered a new fork, bars, pedals, but am going to blame the rain for spending more money. Sent from my HTC One M9 using Tapatalk I just paid $2,700 for this, I guess I'll blame the rain too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 11 minutes ago, TheX said: I just paid $2,700 for this, I guess I'll blame the rain too. A Fender and a Gibson - aren't you lucky! 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
June Bug Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 1 hour ago, natas1321 said: Just ordered a new fork, bars, pedals, but am going to blame the rain for spending more money. You're getting the hang of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 Driving home at 9pm and its raining in south austin. To quote slayer: "god hates us all". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yosmithy Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 I drove by a couple of roadies today, and wondered for a moment about riding street.... Naw, just fucking with you all, I would never think that shit 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamsloan Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 This is why I don't ride street. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/cyclist-hit-in-north-austin/1584779059 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chardog Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 Make something positive out of the situation. ARR Trail Crew desperately needs your help: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Where do you ride the gravel bike?Anywhere and everywhere. Look at gravel maps. So far my favorite is over by the Llano uplift. Got in 90 miles this week so far. I even got over my aversion to road riding with the new whip.Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 On 11/9/2018 at 11:13 PM, Chardog said: Make something positive out of the situation. ARR Trail Crew desperately needs your help: Does ARR work on any trails other than walnut creek? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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