I haven't posted here in years but this project is pulling me back in. I was a very enthusiastic fan of the SBIII (still am) but was never able to pull the trigger as higher priority family expenses...
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I haven't posted here in years but this project is pulling me back in. I was a very enthusiastic fan of the SBIII (still am) but was never able to pull the trigger as higher priority family expenses...
Oh my. That is nicely executed, Eddie. That might go to the top of the list for me (even ahead of the SBIII).
Rick
We haven't really had too much snow in the Boston area this winter but it's definitely been colder than usual. This past weekend we had to cancel my son's annual Boy Scout snowshoeing/backpacking...
Some beautiful looking dogs in this thread, all of whom look well loved. This past year we got a Wheaten Terrier puppy and I'm smitten. I've never had a dog before myself due to animal allergies. ...
I would also agree with the recommendation to go the acoustic route first but I understand your reasoning. I personally don't think it's worth paying the extra money for the Gibson nor will you get...
I also just saw this thread. Congratulations on the new family member. We got a Wheaten Terrier this past year and we've become very attached. My kids are 12 and 14 and have been doing a pretty...
I originally got a Bond NATO from Eddie years ago when I purchased my PRS-17Q. I tried it on the '17 for a while but never really took to the strap. My recollection was that the watch head never...
I have a business trip to Israel coming up in October which will allow a little recreation time. My colleague there is suggesting we take a brief trip to Eilat to do some snorkeling. Does anyone...
No worries, Skyman. He was just offering well-intended advice so I'm not offended. As for the location I couldn't agree with you more. This is the grounds of Endicott College in Beverly. We love...
All good suggestions PJ S, thanks. I was juggling my kids and a puppy while walking around so couldn't take a lot of time to compose things. Constantly variable levels of overcast conditions also...
This is from the same venue a couple years ago:
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Because the Hurst is pretty much a hangar queen, my brother is also restoring a '68 Olds 442 convertible so he has something fun to drive around.
Rick
Every July for the last few years there has been an outstanding car show on the North Shore here in Massachusetts featuring cars from the steam period through the 70s. The setting is a beautiful...
Those are some scary looking beasts. This luna moth visited our campsite one night (the wingspan was about 5 inches):
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I'm not...
I'm too embarrassed to post mine. My college buddy and I track each other on Strava and were just lamenting on how few miles we've logged recently.
Rick
I was blown away by the original trilogy when I read it in my teen years. It was the first time I realized that great science fiction is just plain great fiction. I re-read the first three books...
Not a fan of the Blue Moon style of beer myself but IPAs are a different matter. The ones mentioned are all outstanding but probably my favorite is Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA. Assuming you don't...
So many to choose from. As a kindergartener: Curious George. 10 year-old range: Hardy Boys Mysteries and in early teen years The Hobbit/LOTR.
I still enjoy reading children's books.
Rick
Of the two materials I prefer carbon. Tried some aluminum frames in the past and found them to be a harsh ride. That was quite a while ago though so maybe today's aluminum frames with carbon forks...
An absolutely evil and cowardly act designed to kill the maximum number of innocent people. As mentioned it's a holiday here today and also school vacation week for the kids. The city was loaded...
My commuter bike is this '90 vintage, Japanese-built Bianchi Volpe cyclocross/tourer with Tange steel tubing. I've made lots of changes to it since I got it about two years ago and it has been a fun...
Twenty years ago I stayed at the Hotel Jeanne d'Arc in the Marais and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. It does not have the amenities of one of the large hotel chains but it has everything you...
Thanks for posting these pictures. I never get tired of looking at bikes.
Rick
My Martin still has that smell after 24 years:
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Yes, I understand the...
Pictures please.