November 2013

Hello! Been a while since I've been here! What's new? Not too much. A couple more old mountain bikes came my way, but looking to unload them soon. Just been busy walking the new dog!

She's a Chippet (Chihuahua Whippet), named Toffee.

and yep, she loves to destroy balls! 

August 2013!

1st of August already! Time flies!
Been riding quite a bit, out on my Kona Zing or Giant TCR. Sold the retro GT, and still have the Rocky Mountain Hammer, which I use to commute to work or short trips to the post office. It might be a tad large for me, but I still love riding it! It's a steel bike, but doesn't feel heavy when climbing hills!
 As for the Giant TCR, I used it last weekend at the Pt. Grey Triathlon and it worked nicely. For being a light bike though, I feel as though I can't ride it faster as compared to the Zing.
 The Kona Zing Supreme has been my go-to training bike nowadays. Unfortunately on one of my previous rides, I got a sidewall flat on the rear tire and thus, had to discard the rear orange tire. Now it's mismatched, and I've been too lazy to switch the front to a black matching tire. I have switched to a shorter (80mm) stem, and I've got a Shimano Ultegra 11-28t cassette on the way. That should really help me with the climbs on the Gran Fondo Whistler ride coming up!
 As for new bikes? I did pick up an old Giant Rincon SE, but that's for a friend who intends to use it around the seawall. It was cheaper than renting a bike.
 And I leave you for now, with a photo...I'm sure you cyclists can relate!

May 2013

May 2013 already! Been running, swimming and riding, but not getting much faster. BMO Vancouer Half-Marathon was good though, I finally got a new PB after chasing my previous PB for 7 years. SEVEN YEARS! There was quite a bit of running in between there, but probably not like the focused training regimen I put in before this race.
 On the bike side of things, a few more (new to me) bikes in the collection. 2006 Giant TCR C1, 2005 Kona Zing Supreme, 90's GT Tequesta, and 2002 Rocky Mountain Hammer.

Nothing new to report on the swimming side of things..hahaha.. til next time!

March (ing) on!

Hello out there! What's new? Hope everyone's out enjoying the weather, whether it be sunshine or liquid sunshine!  I've been busy running, biking and swimming. Just completed the UBC Triathlon yesterday! (Sprint distance).  On the subject of bikes, the bike I was going to use to race with, decided to give up a week before my race. Dang Murphy, why! Luckily, I had another bike I could use, but it wasn't set up properly nor have I ever ridden it. Oh well, I got through the race as best as I could.

 Yes, I promised to post some photos of items I have for sale, since I have LOTS of random parts to get ride of.  Email me at dcee@gmail.com if you're interested in any of these items. I have many other items too, so you never know! Willing to trade for other bike related items!

 Shimano Deore XT brake pad set, NEW: $20

 Race Face Deus Stem, NEW: $25

 Limar WORLD'S LIGHTEST HELMET! Size S-M. New in box, never used: $85

Serfas Ergonomic grips, new $10

 TIME MXE Mountain bike shoes, NEW, size 7.0: $75. Regular price on these are $225.

Topeak Pocket Shock, shock pump, new in package, $15.

January 2013?

Ahhhh....JANUARY 2013!!

 Happy New Year! Ok, I'm late to the party, but none the less, hope everyone's well!

I'm back training again after that holiday season (Aren't we all?). Haven't rode my bikes lately, but have been doing the Spin Classes. Not exactly the same, but better than sitting on the couch?

Haven't attained anymore bikes, nor have I gotten rid of any recently. I do have a bunch of parts and accessories to get rid of though. Will post some photos soon.

Happy riding!

November, already?

Oh boy, days are going by so fast! Looks like I can only update once a month, if even that! I better do more updating, I mean, I had 6 page views today!
I guess some unlucky (or lucky?) people wandered in by accident. Come back! Welcome! Hello! Comment!  Perhaps they were really looking for a remedy to all this rain in Vancouver! Yes, we are getting plenty of liquid sunshine, so much in fact, lots of roads have huge puddles.
 Not that the weather should stop me from biking, but I've been driving to and from work as of late. I do miss riding though...
 Okay next subject! You're probably wondering if I've got any more bikes since October. Yes, of course I did! I did, however, sell one too. Hmm, a net gain of 1 still. At least my math skills are good, even if I'm a bit of a hoarder.
 I ended up getting a 2009 Kona Jake the Snake, but this was intended for my lady friend. I use to own a 2006 Kona JTS, and loved it. Regretted selling it ever since. So I was happy to acquire this newer JTS for her, since she wanted a 'road bike' to ride, and the Bianchi didn't work out. But you know me, I couldn't just stop there, now that she had a JTS, I wanted one too....so I found a 2010 Kona Jake the Snake frameset on eBay, and I had the winning bid...and now it's in my bedroom! I've been slowly acquiring parts to build it up, hopefully it'll be complete by Christmas. I haven't taken any photos yet due to the weather, but I will when the puddles subside. Stay tuned?
 Now that makes 3 road bike projects that I have on the go...and my small apartment is getting cramped.

October already?!?

My goodness, how time flies! Summer's come and gone, but you wouldn't know otherwise with the beautiful weather in Vancouver! Summer provided many more kms on the bikes, softball, swimming, and drinking coffee on The Drive. All in all, a very good summer.
 On the bike side of things, yes, acquired a couple more mountain bikes (that I now need to get rid of!). Still sourcing some more parts to build up a couple of road bikes. And running out of room quickly in my small apartment!
 Anyone looking for an 80's vintage Bianchi road bike?? Doesn't fit me nor the lady friend, so it must go!

Hope everyone had a great summer and good Thanksgiving!