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  2. Iron Butt - Saddle sore 1000

    in Daily Ride

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    I did an unofficial SaddleSore 1000 in 2009 from Rosewell, NM to LAX. Did it for the actual certification in 2010 from Columbus to Spartanburg, SC and back. I attempted a BunBurner Gold 1500 from Columbus to Elko, NV in July 2011 but fell short of it because of horrible windstorms in Nebraska. However, I still pulled off a standard BunBurner 1500 and a SaddleSore 2000 within a 43 hour window on the same ride.

     

    Here are my write-ups:

    SaddleSore 1000: http://twowheeledtourist.blogspot.com/2010/09/my-first-documented-iron-butt.html

    BunBurner 1500/SS2000: http://twowheeledtourist.blogspot.com/2011/07/iron-butt-bunburner-1500saddlesore-2000.html

     

    Still though, a 50CC is still on my bucket list. When it comes to the timed long-distance runs, I prefer to do them solo so I don't have to wait on anyone. It would be interesting to pull off another ride with someone with IBA experience though. :)

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  6. Public Shooting Range @ Delaware State Park... Reviews, Opions?

    in Dumpster

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    Been to Delaware State Park shooting range a few times. No issues finding space to shoot. Went there on a Sunday afternoon and it was pretty empty. Bring your own targets and have at it. They do ask you to pick up your casings when you can; the place was cleaned up in the beginning of spring. Cheapest place I know of to shoot down there, and I have the year pass that's good at all the ranges in Ohio.

  9. Being Laid-off Soon...looking For Another Job.

    in Dumpster

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    Laudermilk in ashtabula was looking for a mechanic....

     

    Unfortunately, I do everything but turn the wrenches. Oil changes? Yes. Valve adjustments? Ask someone else. LOL

     

    Iron Pony maybe? 

    I've heard of that store before...but seriously, I actually used to work there a couple years ago. Not much available in my current field of work in the motorcycle industry over there at the moment, and I'm a bit past just regular sales floor work. They did give me my start in the field though so I'm grateful for that.  :)

     

    DucRx could use a friendly corporate identity. The hours suck and the pay is shit, but you'd get to hang out with me all the time. Just stay out of my garage, took box and off my bikes and we'll be fine. :)

    Seriously, good luck with the treasure hunt.

    :lol: Thanks.

     

    At least with sales you can jump into any number of interesting industries....good luck in your search.  

    Thanks! I'm open to other fields...just curious to see what'll pop up next.

  10. Being Laid-off Soon...looking For Another Job.

    in Dumpster

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    The motorcycle store I work at, Premier Cycle Accessories in Mentor, is closing for good after seven years and as a result, I'm being laid off pretty soon. With that being said, I'm looking for another job. I've enjoyed my time up here but it is what it is.

     

    I am determined to stay in the motorcycle industry as I have enjoyed my work duties in the various positions I've held in several motorcycle-related businesses over the past few years. But I'm always up for something different. Any leads or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Of course I could return to the education field if the opportunity is right. I'm open to positions in Ohio or on either coasts, and if it involves travel, I'd enjoy that too. Although I am in NE Ohio right now, I may be returning to Columbus or possibly heading to another part of Ohio at the end of the summer. That is pretty much dependent on my job situation by then.

     

    Even a suggestion or recommendation would be great. Please feel free to peruse my LinkedIn profile (http://linkedin.com/in/christinemalazarte/) or PM me for a copy of my resume. Thanks!

    With that being said, my store is liquidating all of their in-stock merchandise. Head over to pca-one.com and snag some goodies at discounted prices!  :garagesale:

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  12. Atlanta in March

    in Dumpster

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    Ugh ATL, hate that airport so much, we avoid it like the HIV. Good luck and hope the night works out for ya.

    Agreed. Was in ATL for a week and flew out of there. Checkpoint looked like an angry mob. Guess there are no such things at lines there. And they charge for wi-fi. :nono:

  13. Need to test new acquisition. Good indoor ranges in NE Ohio?

    in Dumpster

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    Riverside range on front street in Cuyahoga falls is really nice but kind of a drive for you.

    Nice. I'm down there sometimes to get me some Strickland's Frozen Custard. That's just something weird that has followed me since I lived in CA (there's one there too).

    The guys at Stonewall have consistently been assholes the handful of time I have been there. So, I refuse to support their business.

    B&T in Lorain is a good indoor range.

    AA in Parkman is a good outdoor range.

    Noted. Definitely want to do outdoor when it's warmer again.

    neato, i'm up in mentor.

    sherwin is probably going to be your "home" range.

    atwells is in painesville, and is a nice place to shoot. they're talking about building a range in mentor, but that won't happen for a while. i think there is also a shooting club that operates an outdoor range in madison, never been there.

    anyway, welcome to the area!

    Thanks! I shot at Sherwin last night, put 100 rounds on the Glock to start breaking it in. It's a nice place with a good vibe and I like the people.

    He's dead.

    You can still be an asshole when you're dead. :lol:

    Sherwin is my range of choice... owner's wife is pretty hawt and carries a nice 1911. She's a real ballbuster though so come with thick skin.

    have not checked out B&T yet, but I hear good things about it.

    I'm going to be over there on Sunday if you care to join me.

    She does have a nice 1911. :p I'm at IMS on Sunday but I'm down with some range time. Just send me a PM when you want someone to tag along.

  14. Need to test new acquisition. Good indoor ranges in NE Ohio?

    in Dumpster

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    Been lurking, haven't posted in a while. Anyway, for those who don't know me, I used to live in Westerville but I'm now living in Eastlake because of a new job. I recently acquired a Glock 27 and would like to break it in a bit.

    Since I'm new to the area, what are some favorite indoor gun ranges in NE Ohio? I'm going back to the outdoor ones once it thaws out here, but I'm curious where you guys shoot when it's snowing. I'm probably headed to Sherwin Shooting Sports on Vine since I only live a couple minutes away from there. Been inside the retail store a few times and the people there are nice and knowledgeable.

    Living up here for the past few months, I now understand why OR becomes a gun forum after November. I'm also open to a range day if anyone up here is interested. :p

  19. shoei rf200 neat old helmet

    in Daily Ride

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    So bizarre that it's awesome. Had a customer come in at my last job with a white RF-200 looking for a replacement shield. Kinda hard to find when it was made circa 1992 and we're already up to the RF-1100 and several generations of pivot kits later. That's what eBay is for. :)

  24. Honda Goldwings

    in Daily Ride

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    I believe in riding a motorcycle that fits me, suits my needs, and feels comfortable to ride. If I was part of the stereotype of people who own my bike, I'd be a guy well over 40 that puts less than 5000 miles on it a year and treats it like a garage queen. Whatever.

    There's a reason why older people ride Goldwings. They're comfortable, engineered to have a super-low center of gravity that makes them easy to handle, have a ridiculous amount of amenities at their fingertips, lots of luggage space, and are proven long-distance bikes. It's a motorcycle that has set the standard for power and luxury touring.

    If you ride it and like it, go for it. Comfort knows no age.

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