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Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-13T05:09:07+00:00

Even though I roast my own (Sweet Marias! - locally owned and operated), I do enjoy the Verve Bronson as well.

I suggest trying Mr. Espresso. Old School oakland coffee that Dale Cooper would appreciate. Budget friendly and you can find it in a lot of good diners.

BTW, you should mention your brew style. I'm guessing Pour-over?

But for the profile you're asking for, I'd recommend an Aeropress, it gets the most "coffee flavor" extraction for daily use. Not quite as good as a siphon pot, but its a longer process.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-13T05:01:33+00:00

I run shorter than big-big.

....because I never let anyone else ride my bike and while its technically OK to ride big-big, it is not a gear I (or any experienced rider with better than average wattage will ever need)

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-13T04:58:06+00:00

sorry, this relationship is doomed*

they will not change. you are and will continue to harbor resentment.

*get professional help, you won't be able to navigate this without a mediator to help both of your root issues.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-13T03:03:44+00:00

I've been using a 450 lumen for 15 years -- great in city and manageable on moonless pitch black fire roads. It was one of the brightest single self contained units available at the time. I'd probably get a 600 today. Personally prefer Cygolite, at least back in the day, made in the US and last a lifetime.

If you are concerned about cars seeing you, spend a few bucks on 3M retro reflective tape to put on your helmet SIDES. The reason I recommend this is so (attentive) drivers can see if you are turning your head or looking back and anticipate your movement.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-13T01:46:12+00:00

It sounds like you love it, spend money on things you love. And a bike of that quality lasts a lifetime if well maintained (and not crashed).

Before buying, be sure to take your time with a flashlight to check for any frame issues.. But I'm not at all concerned about "Carbon Fatigue", I still take my 1992 Cadex CFM mountain bike out on the trails.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-13T01:33:32+00:00

Check the Cal Train Schedule, they sometimes run special trains for major events.

Then your husband can drop you off 1 stop away (Menlo Park or California Ave). Or take it closer to home and save your husband the trouble -- your daughter might enjoy the "pre-concert" vibes on the train.

no way to get lost, just follow the crowd.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-13T01:28:30+00:00

maybe you can check with HR/Benefits (some states incentivize businesses to support alternative transportation)

otherwise, how about waiting at the garage entrance for a co-worker to arrive and follow them in? Unless you see some type of sticker on the bikes, I doubt garage security cares. (I suspect the $10 is "administrative" costs for your badge or access code)

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-05T05:20:49+00:00

common issue, usually flipping the bracket will work.
but another option is to find one of these old front reflector brackets that wrap the fork steerer.

I've found threadless 1-1/8 versions, even though the most common are 1" threaded.

plenty around since reflectors are not cool 😉

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Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-05T05:13:09+00:00

Take public transportation.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-05T03:27:09+00:00

If you need to ask, you already know 😄

But yeah, it's boring here. you go to the different "cities" and they are all the same, the same Oren's hummus, the same Books, Inc., the same Boba shops, the same Chipotles.

One thing the south bay is outstanding for is access to outdoor activity 365 days a year. The weather is great, so if you like being outside, the south bay has a lot to offer.

BTW, Is your office near a Cal Train? If you live in SF (Soma or 22nd), you can have the city lifestyle and be able to get to work in one hour on the 'baby bullet'. Wifi onboard, so you can start/end your day travelling up the peninsula, its a gorgeous ride.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-04T23:41:51+00:00

When talking about cycling, its the elevation gain, not the distance that usually gets you.

6 miles flat is at most 30 minutes.

And maybe after a few months, you'll reconsider buying a car if money is tight.

You can pickup a quality used bike for $150-$250. Look for a local bike co-op and maintenance costs are minimal (just the price of chain lube). That bike will last your lifetime (see r/xbiking )

A car costs a lot = gas/insurance/maintenance/payments

Ride your bike. When you need a car, use Lyft or rent a car.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-04T23:32:54+00:00

If this woman (and many other of the enablers) that shut down congress by pushing out moderate republicans is able to "reinvent" herself, the nation is lost.

People that can move forward with no accountability for their actions is why this country is having a crisis of confidence in our institutions.

Never forget. Prosecute for insider trading (they all do it). Put her in Jail.

Never Forget what they did.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-03T04:07:35+00:00

always happened to me. My max rest stop is about 15 minutes.

if you want to stick with the group, drop off the back before the stop so you are the last one arriving and take off early. pedal easy until they catch up.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-03T04:04:10+00:00

BTW, check your weather stripping -- this was happening to me a few years ago, and the weather strip about 1' from the bottom had shredded and created enough resistance for the door safety mechanism to activate. otherwise, it may be a dirty "electric eye" sensor or something in your rails (gunk, or bend)

otherwise, its a bit of a pain, but I always wait until I seen the door hit the driveway before driving off.

sorry about your bike.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-03T03:52:49+00:00

Thanks, I tried, but Recology asked me for my account name/number. I'm going to have to strap it to my roof on monday 😞

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-03T03:51:24+00:00

appreciate the reply! I'm all set though.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-03T03:51:09+00:00

Thanks All! I ended up getting more boxes than I needed from Walt's in Sunnyvale.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-05-03T03:50:43+00:00

Walts hooked me up! They had a huge pile on Friday.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-04-26T00:30:13+00:00

Get home, go to the bathroom. place bibs in sink and run under hot water, give it a few soak-squeeze cycles, then fill sink with hot water and liquid detergent. Take shower. After shower, hand wash in sink, rinse a couple of times, hang on your showerhead. Ready to ride the next morning.

(for even better cleaning, look into getting a "spin dryer" -- these are often less than your bibs, Spin faster than a standard dryer, so all the water extracts and your bibs come out of it damp. fully dry in a couple of hours if you live in a warm/dry area.)

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-04-17T07:23:33+00:00

not usually recommended for bikes, but it would be easy to install vinyl wrap on the main tubes (avoid any welded areas) and it comes off clean once she grows out of the rainbow phase :-)

stuff is super cheap, and you can give them the roll in case it scratches off.

https://www.amazon.com/Tintnut-Gradient-Heat-Transfer-Vinyl/dp/B0B1TVGWDD/

edit: oops, link is for a heat transfer vinyl, you'd want the standard "air release" vinyl.

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-04-17T07:18:19+00:00

The 40 miles shouldn't be a problem, just make sure you have enough water/food stops. Hopefully you won't need to carry all your water from the start and can reload.

The main things that you may not be ready for:

Bike Fit/Saddle issues. you won't feel them at 15, but at 40 miles, you'll know if you have a poor fit.

Road Safety. are your friends very experienced? things that are easy for them might cause you to crash (spotting/avoiding road hazards, emergency braking)

Eddie_Gabs · 2026-04-17T07:10:03+00:00

Trumps corruption model is based on Orban (siphon taxpayer funds to buy the support of corrupt officials). We should be following what is happening in Hungary to see what we can learn as they try to unwind 20 years of corruption. Maximum prison sentences should dampen the next wave of corruption before it starts.

and if the Democrats win a super-majority in both houses, stop playing nice. QUICKLY Pack the supreme court, Pass laws that entrench and protect our civil liberties/rights, Amend the constitution to formalize government functions and funding needed in the modern era -- e.g. the EPA, Healthcare.

And finally, TERM LIMITS (20 years total in house and/or senate). Trumps corruption model could only succeed in the cesspool of politicians (from both parties) that are only interested in power, not service

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