riding season is officially over

[swingset]

Fuck winter, I'm riding.

[blake1221]

Fuck winter, I'm riding.

Im with you, im riding too

[the_silverfox]

Aww, come on, guys, there's still a few pockets of decent weather left. Flying Brick and I did a 600-mile round trip from C-bus to Urbana, IL over two days last week. Averaged about 35°F getting there and about 25°F getting back (before windchill @ 70MPH brought it down between 19° and 1°F). Empty on I-70 and I-74 though...only saw three bikes other than us. Layers, a pair of heated gloves, and a Zumo 550! That's all you really need.

Still waiting for Brick to try the scooter...needs some snow.

[kawi kid]

im done for the year too

[NeverEnough]

my bike is all toasty warm in my apartment...and in pieces! weeeee!!!!!! Spring will be SO AWESOME!

[steppenwolf]

Well we old UJM riders have a Purple Toe Contest....Here are the rules we live by...

How to play:

If you ride a motorcycle on a day when the temp is at 32 degrees or lower, you score points.

Each degree from 32 down to whatever is worth 5 points. For example, at 32 you would get five points, 31 you get ten points, 30 you get 15 and so on.

If you choose to ride on ice or snow, you are a complete nutbag and will not receive anything extra for being that crazy.

No "windchill" temps, only the real temperature.

One mile or a hundred, doesn't matter.

Only one ride counts per day. (you can't run inside, warm up, then go back out and expect it to count)

Post here each day you hit the road at, or below freezing. (or whenever, we trust you not to cheat) While I will try to keep up with the points best I can, unfortunately I will have less time to keep up with the game this year. Ultimately YOU are responsible for keeping track of your total points.

I will try to update the score every day.

(...but if it takes a couple days don't get your panties in a wad)

No leaving the house at 11:59 and returning after midnight to get two days in.

Fairings are allowed.

Heated/electric gear is allowed.

Non-UJM's are allowed.

Dual sports are allowed as long as the ride in question was done on the street.

Dirtbikes, lawnmowers, cars, trucks, tractors, airplanes, speedboats, Pwc's, R.V.'s, Atv's, battery powered kids toys and any other vehicle that IS NOT a street driven motorcycle is not allowed.

While I know many of you feel the need to cheat, at least try to stick with the spirit of the game. At the very least, think about what everyone else is doing and try to do what's fair.

Remember: If you die from hypothermia, you are automatically disqualified, so bundle up.

Starts: December 1st.

Ends: April 1st. (no coincidence there, huh)

The winner will be announced April 4th.

So what do you win for freezing you're test sickle's off?

The much coveted and sought after "Golden Ice Cube Tray"! (the tray is golden, not the ice )

You will get to keep (and proudly display) the "Golden Ice Cube Tray".

(Kind of like the America's Cup, only more worthless)

F : : C : : POINTS

32 : : 0 : : 5

31 : : -1 : : 10

30 : : -1 : : 15

29 : : -2 : : 20

28 : : -2 : : 25

27 : : -3 : : 30

26 : : -3 : : 35

25 : : -4 : : 40

24 : : -4 : : 45

23 : : -5 : : 50

22 : : -6 : : 55

21 : : -6 : : 60

20 : : -7 : : 65

19 : : -7 : : 70

18 : : -8 : : 75

17 : : -8 : : 80

16 : : -9 : : 85

15 : : -9 : : 90

14 : : -10 : : 95

13 : : -11 : : 100

12 : : -11 : : 105

11 : : -12 : : 110

10 : : -12 : : 115

9 : : -13 : : 120

8 : : -13 : : 125

7 : : -14 : : 130

6 : : -14 : : 135

5 : : -15 : : 140

4 : : -16 : : 145

3 : : -16 : : 150

2 : : -17 : : 155

1 : : -17 : : 160

0 : : -18 : : 165

-1 : : -18 : : 170

-2 : : -19 : : 175

-3 : : -19 : : 180

-4 : : -20 : : 185

-5 : : -21 : : 190

-6 : : -21 : : 195

-7 : : -22 : : 200

-8 : : -22 : : 205

-9 : : -23 : : 210

-10 : : -23 : : 215

-11 : : -24 : : 220

-12 : : -24 : : 225

-13 : : -25 : : 230

-14 : : -26 : : 235

-15 : : -26 : : 240

-16 : : -27 : : 245

-17 : : -27 : : 250

-18 : : -28 : : 255

-19 : : -28 : : 260

-20 : : -29 : : 265

-21 : : -29 : : 270

-22 : : -30 : : 275

-23 : : -31 : : 280

-24 : : -31 : : 285

-25 : : -32 : : 290

-26 : : -32 : : 295

-27 : : -33 : : 300

-28 : : -33 : : 305

-29 : : -34 : : 310

-30 : : -34 : : 315

-31 : : -35 : : 320

-32 : : -36 : : 325

-33 : : -36 : : 330

-34 : : -37 : : 335

-35 : : -37 : : 340

-36 : : -38 : : 345

-37 : : -38 : : 350

-38 : : -39 : : 355

-39 : : -39 : : 360

-40 : : -40 : : 365

Standard Disclaimer

This contest is meant for educational purposes only. Ask your doctor if this contest is right for you. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead is purely coincidental. Contest void where prohibited. This contest may contain peanuts. Some assembly required. Batteries not included. Contest may settle during shipment. Use only as directed. No other warranty expressed or implied. Do not use internet while operating a motor vehicle or heavy equipment. Postage will be paid by addressee. Subject to approval. This contest is not an offer to sell securities. Apply contest only to affected area. Do not stamp contest. Contest for recreational use only. All contest models over 18 years of age. If contest causes an errection lasting for more than 4 (four) hours, consult your physician. No user-serviceable parts inside contest. Contest freshest if eaten before date on carton. Contest subject to change without notice. Contest times approximate. Simulated contest picture. No postage necessary if mailed in the United States. Breaking contest seal constitutes acceptance of agreement. Contest for off-road use only. One size fits most. Contest contains a substantial amount of non-tobacco ingredients. Contest colors may, in time, fade. Contest slippery when wet. Contest not affiliated with the American Red Cross. Keep cool; process promptly. Post office will not deliver without postage. Contest list was current at time of printing. Not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect, error or failure to perform during contest. At participating locations only. Penalty for private use. See label for sequence. Substantial penalty for early withdrawal from contest. Do not write below this line. Avoid contact with skin during contest. Contest has been sanitized for your protection. Be sure each item is properly endorsed. Sign here without admitting guilt. Contest slightly higher west of the Mississippi. Employees and their families are not eligible. Contestants have been briefed on some questions before the show. Limited time offer, call now to insure prompt delivery. You must be present to win contest. No passes accepted for this engagement. No C.O.D,'s No purchase necessary. Shading within a garment may occur during contest. Use only in well-ventilated area. Keep contest away from fire or flame. Replace with same type. Contest approved for veterans. Booths for two or more contestants. Some contest equipment shown is optional. Contest price does not include taxes. No Canadian coins. Contest not recommended for children. Reproduction of contest strictly prohibited. No anchovies unless otherwise specified. Not for resale. Call toll free before digging during contest. Driver does not carry cash. Some of the trademarks mentioned in this product appear for identification purposes only. Decision of judges is final. This supersedes all previous notices.

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[Aerik]

I commuted today, too. Fuck winter.

After the hands go numb, they burn, then they go numb again. Then you don't have to worry about them.

Anyway, it just makes hot coffee on arrival taste that much better.

EDIT:

The contest looks fun. I'm in. Are we just using the temp listing from the ORDN home page (in the bar on the left if you're blind)?

And, I actually had to google 'ujm' to discover what it meant, and that in fact I own one. Sweet.

Edited December 8, 2009 by Aerik

[Likwid]

The race for the cup is on! As soon as we hit a -40 day I'm going out!

[max power]

You are one crazy mutha.

[OsuMj]

[jporter12]

I have at least one more ride in me. I have to take the ninjer in to fill the tank, then to the shop where it's getting parked until I get some parts to throw at the starter issue....

[ohdaho]

This thread makes me cry. I feel like clubbing baby seals.

Gotta make a trip to Iron Pony next week to get fresh fluids and shit to winterize the bike.

Edited December 8, 2009 by ohdaho

[Likwid]

I vowed earlier this year to ride on 1/1 ... so I will

[jporter12]

I vowed earlier this year to ride on 1/1 ... so I will

I'm not gonna make that a VOW, because there could be 3 ft of snow on the roads.... I'm not THAT stoopid....

[Likwid]

I'm not gonna make that a VOW, because there could be 3 ft of snow on the roads.... I'm not THAT stoopid....

3 ft of snow I'll ride in the cul de sac

[chevysoldier]

That disclaimer was pure win. But you said in the rules:Dual sports are allowed as long as the ride in question was done on the street

Then in disclaimer: Contest for off-road use only

Yeah, I actually read the whole thing

Edited December 8, 2009 by chevysoldier

[NeverEnough]

omg! I so wish I had a bike to ride! I would SO WIN that ice cube tray, and you have no idea how proud of it I would be! I would ride my bike everyday to work and then go for fun rides afterwards....dahmit! That sounds so fun!

[jporter12]

So, I scored 65 points today. Rode the bike down to the shop, it was 20 degrees. Maybe I'll get brave and drag all the gear BACK out of the closet and ride it in to fill up the gas tank soon, instead of bringing back a can of gas for it..... I'm just getting a bit skeered of the damn starter clutch acting up worse each day it's started!

[Aerik]

Me as well, 65 points. Rode out to school to try and help a friend with a lab project, then puttered around town from coffee to coffee.

[SWing'R]

I didn't score any points today but did enjoy a short ride .

[jporter12]

I didn't score any points today but did enjoy a short ride .

Wimp! Ride it when it's COLD out, at least once! I tell ya, a couple gear improvements, and I would ride in the cold more. It's just tough to get myself to go through gearing up enough for the cold with only a couple miles to go for my daily commute (1.8 each way.)

[oldschoolsdime92]

I am about 8 miles one way from work, and its all in the country. When properly dressed its fine, but if i skimp and go without the carhart, its miserable. The deer have been pretty active around here in the mornings so I havent been communting

[optimoprime]

i wish carheart made a cycle jacket. mine would be perfect if it was a little snugger at the neck and waist.

im gonna ride next month cause my bike might be evidence in court so if i CAN i bring it, i HAVE to bring it

[OsuMj]

mmm... rode today. I'm gonna have to get a small crew together to help me get the bike inside or I might just keep riding all winter

[oldschoolsdime92]

do you have to drag it up the steps!?