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LovePugs
Jun 2, 08 16:51
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What would you choose: new car or new bike?
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I think we all can relate to the weird things we think about while working out, so here goes.
While I was riding today I thought of a fun question:
If you could choose right now, would you want a new car or a new bike?
It was difficult for me (for a second). I have a 2008 FJ Cruiser that I LOVE (her name is Betty Sue). But I also have a 2 month old Guru Crono that I also LOVE (her name is Mavis). My answer would be a new road bike. I'm riding a 2 year old Cannondale Synapse that is great, no complaints... but after riding my Crono I think a new roadie would be awesome.
Ok ladies, what's your choice? ;-)
trackie clm
Jun 2, 08 17:04
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Who is paying for it?
I need another bike more than I need a new car. My truck only has 50,000 miles on it.
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Jodi
Jun 2, 08 17:10
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Bike. Hands down!
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Jun 2, 08 17:33
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Car - two seats, red and wicked fast.
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AndyPants
Jun 2, 08 17:50
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I bought a new Audi A3 *and* a new Cervelo carbon soloist last year. Love both. At this point another bike would be awesome, either a mtn bike or (preference) a track bike. mmmmmm.... new bike...
However, if $ were no object:
2009 Audi R8.
Then I would die and go to heaven. Where I would dream of bikes.
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Jun 2, 08 18:07
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Drooling. Love the Audi.
It would have to be a new car for me. Got a 08 P2C, but a 00 GTI. If I could afford to do it, a brand new GTI would be in the works.
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Jun 2, 08 18:10
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Road bike. With a granny gear -- I have serious triple envy when out on group rides with roadies. Now, I will drool...
Hid
Jun 2, 08 20:09
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Who is paying for it?
I need another bike more than I need a new car. My truck only has 50,000 miles on it.
clm
I don't know why but after meeting you...I just never pictured you as a truck person. I know...it is wrong to judge people so it has got me thinking. Why did I think that. I really have no idea but I really have never thought of you as a truck person especially with the parking issues in the city. :-)
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trackie clm
Jun 2, 08 20:29
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And what did you picture me as? ;-)
My first car was a '69 Camaro. Better?
Yeah, parking sucks, but you can take three boys, me and four bikes to the velodrome!
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Jun 2, 08 20:35
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And what did you picture me as? ;-)
My first car was a '69 Camaro. Better?
Yeah, parking sucks, but you can take three boys, me and four bikes to the velodrome!
clm
I never thought of it. That is probably why my initial thought has got me thinking. Part of it is "why would I think XYZ of her." Granted I think part of that is due to parking in the city. I will trade you my '49 Dodge pickup for your '69 Camaro :-)
Any thoughts on who to offer the room to?
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kittycat
Jun 2, 08 20:49
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ok, Mavis is my middle name, and is my mother's name. i never hear it, so i'm surprised to hear you have named your bike Mavis! first we had the pugs in common, now Mavis...that is major! :)
as for me, i think i would not chose either because i really love my bike. also i have a new Ford Escape, and really love that car, so i would make no changes. :)
clm, my brother in law still have his 69 camaro. god, that thing is righteous!
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LovePugs
Jun 2, 08 21:34
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ok, Mavis is my middle name, and is my mother's name. i never hear it, so i'm surprised to hear you have named your bike Mavis! first we had the pugs in common, now Mavis...that is major! :)
as for me, i think i would not chose either because i really love my bike. also i have a new Ford Escape, and really love that car, so i would make no changes. :)
clm, my brother in law still have his 69 camaro. god, that thing is righteous!
I have no idea where I came up with Mavis... it just struck me when I saw my bike all done.... silver base and purple accent... Mavis it is!!
And Mavis likes to kick some ass!! Too bad the engine sucks :-)
jenhs
Jun 2, 08 21:36
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I'd never replace my Element, just give him a sexy new girlfriend....
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Jun 3, 08 10:15
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i would go for the pinkest, most tricked out bike i could find.
i'm not fast, but i would look good!
have an orbea diva (black with pink accents) right now.
instigator
Jun 3, 08 11:02
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I drive a 1998 Honda Civic and ride a serotta road bike and a new P2C. So I think I would go with new car. My car is getting to the stage where I love not having a car payment but I keep having to dump more money in it to keep it happy that it makes me wonder if I should just buy a new car.
trackie clm
Jun 3, 08 12:13
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i would go for the pinkest, most tricked out bike i could find.
i'm not fast, but i would look good!
have an orbea diva (black with pink accents) right now.
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Irongirl
Jun 3, 08 12:29
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I just got a new
road bike
yesterday! Had it's first ride in godawful wind...it rocked!
I would pick a new
mountain bike.
I'd post the pics but am too lazy at this moment!
Proud member of the Guru Cartel, EH!
jenhs
Jun 3, 08 13:01
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I've got the same Diva and LOVE her! I get many compliments from both genders. I found the perfect matching jacket and I make quite the fashion statment when I ride :-)
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Jun 3, 08 13:20
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i would go for the pinkest, most tricked out bike i could find.
i'm not fast, but i would look good!
have an orbea diva (black with pink accents) right now.
Like this???
SWEET!!
mixie
Jun 3, 08 15:58
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you can take three boys, me and four bikes to the velodrome!
clm
My god that sounds like my ultimate fantasy. 3 boys, 4 bikes and a trip to the velodrome. Can Theo Bos be one of the boys? Pretty please? ;)
that said OF COURSE I would take a new bike over a new car. :D
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TriNavy
Jun 4, 08 7:05
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Bike of course, but then our family is a bit odd... I got race wheels for my 20th year wedding anniversary :-)
JBR
Jun 4, 08 7:34
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New bikes... classic cars... until now I just couldn't quite put my finger on what was right with this forum!!!
YES
There is nothing like showing up at a race with your new(er) bike(s) in your older pickup, a 72 Chev longbed stepside, or '69 Mustang.
determination
Jun 4, 08 8:52
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Ug. I'd have to say car because my bikes are doing well, but my car is pretty old (97) and on the way out.
If I had a car in good shape, I'd pick a new bike in a heart beat!
trackie clm
Jun 4, 08 14:10
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I LOVE THE VELODROME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The starts with a holder, you sit up and put your arm around your holder (and his arm around your waist since he's going to "throw" you) until you are ready to go. My favorite holder, let's just say, we could have waited all night to start the race. ;-)
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Bike focus
MTB or 'cross
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Swim focus
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XC ski or snowshoe
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