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Another number.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:49:00 +0000

Happy New Year!

Here's to a safe and productive 2012!

London calling.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:34:00 +0000

Yeah, I love mi sum celeste but red runs a close second.

My dealer's MT spotted this Sei Giorni on her trip in London. Even those who do not own a Bianchi, are excited to share a photo of their sighting of one, with those who bleed celeste.

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Sometimes 7 isn't a lucky number.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:29:00 +0000

You're still missed Jonny.

There's not a road ride that goes by if
I make a wrong turn and
Have to put in an additional 30 to get back home
I'll remember that to some
That was another lashing on shoulders of the following
To you, it was weakness leaving the body.

w.

#Banjobrothers seat bag #2, never say die.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:43:00 +0000

I'm still rolling with a Banjo Brothers seat bag from 2005. Other than looking a bit faded, it's still tight as can be, not torn, and the zipper still zippy. In other words, it's wearing well.

Here's a little gem from this Interbike this year. Banjo offers a red color way on many of their new pieces and familiar older ones too.

Deluxe Seat Bag.

Thanks guys!

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The final chapter of the season.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 01:42:00 +0000

I can't say that it feels like summertime is slowing down but with the kids heading back to school in less that two weeks and the buzz of my comrades discussing dismounting and threshold work; I'd say it is.

The later part of this is obvious, cyclocross season is on the horizon and chasing the field in the local crit is in the rear view mirror. Entering my fourth fall season with Bianchi Bicycles, I've somehow gotten my head out of my tail and will be having a go at it with some cross racing. I'm in contact with many who race this version of the sport of cycling. Every fall I'm like, 'Yeah, blah blah blah is going on and NEXT year I'll get my shit together for cross season.' Really, does putting off the obvious really make things better? The obvious is that other than the lady reps we have covering the far reaches of the US for the brand who don't cross race, I need to HTFU and kit up like the remaining employees.

My approach for cross season will be much like my like that of this season's crits and mountain bike races; finish mid pack or better. That may seem a little underachieving but seriously, I'm more realistic about my goals and physical abilities than many of the guys who pin a number on any given Sunday morning. Ride safe, ride aggressive and don't ride more than 15% of my ability at any given time.

Cross fitness/form is still a bit undefined to me; other than picking Sean Mealey's brain from time to time, his answers have been, 'Start running!'. Ok, I'll take that and a bit of what I've been digesting through my training with Michael DeCarlo at Maxpower. DeCarlo and trainer Nic have been feeding me a regimine of core and strength work over the past two winters and before you dudes reading this roll your eyes and think, 'whatever man, stop bragging...', I'm not bragging. Think of this as a small confession of what old guys need to do; get your butt in gear and supplement your workout routines with something other than pedaling your bicycle. Your jump out of the next four corner crit will thank you.

With the launch of the Cavaria Force for the 2012 season I'm putting my money where my mouth is and building up a Cavaria Red for myself. Same wheels as the Cav Force, tubeless ready with Bulldog tires (as the pit wheels). SRAM bits, Challenge race rubber on the primary wheels and some rad Hincapie skin suits for getting dirty.

The rest of the teammates are loyal servants for Simplicity Cycles based out of Hanover, PA. I jumped on their road team this season and flew the colors in races spanning PA, VA, and NC. We're up to 10 guys racing cross for ~S.C.~ this season ranging from first timers on up to Elite Men's. Two of our DS are seasoned Elite Masters and Pro 1/2 competitors, bringing a lot of knowledge to the squad. MABRA Super 8 will be the arena.

I'll make an effort to do some updates on the team, races, and our bikes and time unfolds. And yes, we're racing on Bianchi Bicycles.

Straight Outta York.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:00:00 +0000

What do you get from a town that is so rich in history, on a niche' so niche' the X-games are like, Ef' it, you're not getting 5 minutes of fame anymore because your hustle and flow is so incomprehensible by our viewers we can't produce an ROI on your event.....? You get sick riding like this---> S.O.Y! (Straight Outta York)

My wife doesn't understand why bike shops are into coffee and ale.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:20:00 +0000

While visiting Proteus Bicycles in College Park, MD they dropped this gem into my lap. I'd say it's an even exchange for the Sempre Ultegra demo bike I delivered to them that morning.

The big question now is what to fill this with? 32oz of Leffe'?

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Race supplies for the #bianchibicycles SOK.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 01:56:00 +0000

As I'm working on the road bike today, My son is staring at the back of my 29r; which I've been racing this summer.

"Hey Dad! Why's there a fire extinguisher on your bike?", asked my son.

--posted via iPhone.

Quick afternoon bite #bianchibicycles #capocycling

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 19:51:00 +0000

3pm snack and reading material. Mmmm.

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Carbon soled mtb shoes, these ain't slippers. #mountainbikegear

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 11:40:00 +0000

An unwritten truth about using carbon soled mtb shoes is they will get jacked up racing in them. So, put away any preconceived notions about keeping them euro-roadie spot less and free of blemishes.

At least that's the conversation I've had with myself. (love the fit of this particular shoe!)

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Bike lube, what's your pref? #bicyclemaintence

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:07:00 +0000

I genuinely enjoy servicing my bikes. Lately, my wet chain lubricant I've been using is Pro-Gold (on the mountain bike).

The days of using a lubricant that goes on wet and sets up as a waxy film have been long over for me. In most cases, it's more work to remove that waxy, cupcake icing of a chain lube than it is to spot clean with a wet lube like Pro-Gold.

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#bianchibicycles Imola steel classic @blufftonbike

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 21:32:00 +0000

Bluffton, SC Bianchi dealer, Bluffton Bike Shop loves steel. Some frame materials never go out of style!

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Morning ride with @pedalchic & @bianchibicycles

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:40:00 +0000

Covering some business on the bike in Greenville, SC with Robin Bylenga of Pedal Chic.

The south is heating up with Bianchi Bicycles!

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Stretching out the legs @mockorangebikes

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:33:00 +0000

I got in a nice 2 hours on the bike with the Z-man this morning. Along with that, some coaching for the season.

Thanks!

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Super Pista Blanco

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:46:00 +0000

This is a test post from the iPad....and a peak at a new limited run white/celeste Super Pista. Going, going...

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#blufftonbike rolls on @bianchibicycles Sempre.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Fri, 20 May 2011 00:20:00 +0000

Tom of Bluffton Bicycle Shop is now on something new and something blue.

Enjoy the Sempre Ultegra!

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Steel goodness @bianchibicycles Pinella.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 11 May 2011 20:08:00 +0000

55cm Pinella at On The Rivet in Cambridge, MD. Shop owner, Matt Beletsky, owns this beauty built with Campagnolo Record.

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@ granfondony bike expo kicks off.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Fri, 06 May 2011 15:03:00 +0000

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Another test.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 04 May 2011 17:49:00 +0000

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Test post from blogger.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 04 May 2011 17:28:00 +0000

Coffee--->

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Tiny Bike Shop Concert Series #banjobrothers

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:48:00 +0000

The guys at Banjo Brothers are fans of the celeste so it goes without saying that you need to check out this music series they're launching tomorrow from Calhoun Cycle. There's a link for stream-age from your cubical sucka! [...more!]

#bianchibicycles Sempre Ultegra weight.

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 16:52:00 +0000

There we have it folks. The B4P Sempre Ultegra officially weighing in at 17.04lbs for a 55cm frame size. No accessories, outta the box, including the pie plate on the rear wheel.

Not too shabby for a $3099 weekend race whip. Coppi would be proud!

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Start 'em young!

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 16:12:00 +0000

Kirk from Simplicity Cycles in Hanover, PA is wasting no time, introducing his daughter to the world of cycling.

Tullio would be proud!

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New tool for bag @bianchibicycles w/#sonybloggietouch

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 03:35:00 +0000

Eh, not so much a tool for the bike as it is a tool for the rep job. Time to start diving into more details about the brand and it's dealers who make my job so wonderful. More video clips for this site soon.

The Sony Bloggie Touch.

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Bianchi Sempre SRAM Red

noreply@blogger.com (stickboybike) — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 19:36:00 +0000

I caught a glimpse of the latest build from Nashville's Gran Fondo Cycles. Mix one part 2011 Sempre with one part SRAM Red build and you have one tasty bike!

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