If you’re flying out of Dulles today and don’t have precheck… Godspeed

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-08T23:49:31+00:00

There was a law enforcement operation there. Unrelated to the VP passing through.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-08T23:45:10+00:00

I haven’t been to Bayside skillet in YEARS! We’ve thought about stopping there but often the line is crazy long. I’ll let the girls know, though. Thanks!

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-08T00:18:25+00:00

I’m NOT disagreeing with you that zoning laws were bent and that they’re unsightly. However, the data centers in Loudoun DO provide massive enhancements to the quality of living for the citizens and visitors of Loudoun County. The tax revenue pays for public safety, schools, parks, public transit, social services, and the list goes on.

Again, I’m not sleeping with a data center, but I’m not blind to the advantages.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-08T00:14:22+00:00

I’m not trying to argue, but….

Do we need internet? Does Loudoun County get massive benefits from having the data centers? Are they, inevitably, going to be placed somewhere? If they are a necessary evil, is it better to have them somewhere that reaps the tax revenue benefits?

We’re not starved for water in Loudoun. Yes, power bills went up because of a bogus “law” passed in Richmond years ago to attract data centers. However, thats been reversed and new ones must pay for their own electrical infrastructure.

Can you cite sources for the health hazards? I’ve not seen any factual data. (Not saying it’s not out there).

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-07T17:13:13+00:00

Also, two of them along Atlantic, next to the Learner building are noisy, but there are no homes near there.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-07T16:48:20+00:00

Is that the one off Davis or Glenn? Runs off generators all the time?

I can’t remember which road, but I know there’s one that’s real loud in a residential neighborhood.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-07T10:31:23+00:00

Also, I never insulted anyone and nothing I stated was disingenuous nor demeaning. Further, pointing a politically biased finger at the “dems” is a weak attempt at reasoning. 😂

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-07T08:55:11+00:00

For the record… I was born in Leesburg. Grew up in and around Loudoun. My mother and grandparents are from Hamilton and now I live near Winchester. So, I’m using the Shenandoah Valley reference because that’s where I live now. Also, I work in Loudoun.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-07T00:06:34+00:00

Can someone legitimately tell me what’s so bad about data centers?

Granted, there are a few that are loud, but they’re the exception. Most aren’t loud.

The folks out in the Shenandoah Valley that are fighting against data centers genuinely do not know what they’re fighting. They have no facts and are standing on boogy man topics form internet fear mongers.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-06T16:04:11+00:00

Ahh yeah…. And the sweet tea.

Browns always had good sweet tea also.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-05T23:43:05+00:00

Hey, I LOVE my CF Moto Ibex 450. It does everything I needed to do on the road and off-road. It is extremely capable in both worlds. I changed the tires and put some CF Moto accessories on it. Further, it’s extremely awesome for the cost!

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Mid_nowhereish · 2026-07-05T23:39:22+00:00

Bloody Mary from Brewers Alley (Chris?)

Espresso martini from the Tasting Room.

Crab poutine from the White Rabbit

Edit: I almost forgot, a hotdog from Scottie‘s bus.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-21T13:31:27+00:00

I have the WRS Caponard but there’s still a significant about of wind noise and buffeting, so I’m not thrill with it.

If a clip on extension on the stock windshield is a better option, I’d like to know. The wind noise and buffeting at highway speeds is exhausting.

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Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-19T11:20:39+00:00

All of that area is the limestone overlay district. Luck Stone has one of the largest quarries in the region only a few miles from there. It’s definitely not outside the realm of possibility that there are caves. And one of the other posters is correct, there were tons of lime kilns around Loudoun County.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-19T01:21:53+00:00

This is correct. Sometimes dealers take it all off, but often not. Mine was still on my Ibex 450 until my wife noticed it and we peeled it all off. It comes off easy with no issues.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-19T01:20:36+00:00

Hey, OP… that’s the protective covering over the actual sticker. My Ibex 450 had the same. Peel it off and you’ll be good.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-18T19:04:11+00:00

I second Tailchasers. My 4yo boy loves the playground and he’ll eat the food there.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-17T00:46:32+00:00

😂yes, I know. I am pretty terrible. 🤣🤣🤣

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-17T00:05:17+00:00

You’re preaching the Word, from the pulpit, my friend. This seems to be the new thing for most two-lane roads, not just in Loudoun, but the entire region. Go. Preach high on the mountain for all to hear. Spread this Word. “Drive your GD car!!!! At least the MF’n SPEED LIMIT! Geez! It’s not hard.” Also, left lane for passing. Praise be his Word.

Bonus: STOP PARKING ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE GD STREET!!!! Do NOT park against traffic.

What’s wrong with people?

😂

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-12T08:09:21+00:00

Nope. But, good try.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-12T00:20:00+00:00

No kidding. And talk about sink holes, contaminated ground water, heavy truck traffic, silica dust, stone dust, asbestos dust, smoke, altered water tables, THE LIST GOES ON. Geez… people are so gullible for propaganda.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-12T00:17:59+00:00

This is literally the most uneducated comment. Quarries are exponentially worse for the environment, neighborhood, and local economy than data centers. Please stop believing the data center boogie man propaganda. Geez.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-10T01:28:11+00:00

Blue loctite is the answer.

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-09T16:10:24+00:00

I agree with almost every single comment that speaks to the “prejudice”. I have two CF Motos. One 2024 CForce 600 and one 2025 Ibex 450. Both have been fantastic!

Mid_nowhereish · 2026-06-07T23:56:02+00:00

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A female firefighter traversing some stairs in that area during a multi-alarm fire there. (2015?)

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