Saturday, February 18, 2012

Bicycles, Winter, and Spring

Somehow, I've resisted the urge to get a new bicycle. Instead, I've decided to shop at home. My old "pink" racing bike has become unsuitably uncomfortable to ride. I've installed a raised stem, and will be toning down the pink a little. (if this is at all possible)

I'm also making my Nashbar Hounder fixie a little more pleasant. It will have a better saddle, a rear rack, and mustache bars. This will be my grocery getter when complete.

My old GT Karakorum, resplendent in studded tires for winter, will also get a new stem, handlebars, and grips to accommodate middle age. (mine, not the bike's)

I'll post pictures when the projects are done. There is a lot to be said for shopping at home, both economically and environmentally.

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