Still alive

Just not blogging much. Maybe I should. I don't know.

No pics cause I am lazy

Among other chores today, I finally finished putting my Trek back together. There are pictures of it somewhere on here painted yellow. I repainted it in early Fall and then had to let it sit while other things took precedence. It is mainly a darkish red with two brown panels. I put the drop bars back on it and wrapped them with yellow cloth tape which I finally got enough brown shellac coats to make them match my honey Brooks.

The final pieces came together today because I had to change out from 35c to 32c Panaracer Paselas in order to mount the stainless steel Velo Orange fenders. I really like the fenders and I think it gives it a classier look than the old Planet Bike ones.

I will try to get some photos up for posterity.

A quick update

Really digging my new job and I spent the day getting various bicycles ready for the road. All in all, life is good.

WOOO HOOOO

New job! Starting January 16 at Berea College.

The Newest Bike

Actually it is a motorcycle. I have some logical reasons for buying it. They are also true.

It has a reputation for being reliable and long-lasting

It gets good gas mileage and that is important now that I am commuting.

I have been wanting to get a new bike so I would know how it has been treated

As I said, those are all true. But, the fact is many bikes would fit the bill for those reasons. The fact is that I chose this bike because it sounds so damn good. It is a V4 and when I heard one idling at a stop light in town, I knew I would have to get one someday. I am just a bit surprised that it happened so fast.

I present to you my new 2008 Honda VFR/Interceptor. Bought new as a 2008 leftover off the dealer floor.

A Fresh Start

I have been with my current employer for nearly 10 years. Given that the plan was to stay for 2 years and then go to Grad School, I would say that I have far exceeded my expectations. I have made more money and taken on more responsibility than I ever thought possible. But...

I think it is time for a change. I have been looking at other jobs and I hope to hear something positive mid week. The idea of getting a fresh start is very appealing. An empty inbox. A new set of responsibilities. No "shoulda, woulda, couldas". Just fresh enthusiasm. Hope it works out.

Commuting

I have lived within 6 miles of my work since September of 1991 when I got my first job in Berea. Today, I made the first of many regular slogs to Lexington. Henceforth, I will report to our Lexington office 2 days a week. While it was nice to ride my motorcycle on this lovely day, I do not think I am going to develop a great appreciation for driving this route regularly. The office there is great and I like the folks, but I could do without the drive.