Serge

Serge, what brakes did you settle on?

Still running the Tektros, but switched pads to the Kool Stop salmon colored pads (slide right into the Tektro holder, which is a clone of the Dura-Ace holder). Much better braking Very happy with it for now. May upgrade the calipers later, though.

From Monday's ride.

Ehh, that's still a piece of shit Kestrel. I've owned and worked on them. Super mehhhhhh

For a couple hundred more you can get on a bike shop bicycle with a fit, real warranty, and genuine support. LBS has a Cervelo for $2k right now, full 105, and I'm sure they would come off that price.

Not too familiar with Kestrel. Are the frames bad?

Smokin deal IMO, you can't even get a 105 bike for 1500 otd

http://www.pricepoint.com/Brand/Kestrel/Kestrel-Legend-Ultegra-Bike-2014.axd?src=MEGAEM&trk_msg=HD7L7T7GDDV415TR4E2FS7ERI8&trk_contact=E5FNV4MC161USPICBL072O14V4&utm_source=Listrak&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=http%3a%2f%2fwww.pricepoint.com%2fBrand%2fKestrel%2fKestrel-Legend-Ultegra-Bike-2014.axd%3fsrc%3dMEGAEM&utm_campaign=MEGABLOWOUT&utm_content=20150311

That's a killer deal. You can get a few year old (still new, though) 105 bike for $1500 + tax. A few year old bike w/ Ultegra would probably run you closer to $1800. If I were looking for a new bike, I would get this.

it all depends on the year.

Dura ace 2012 turns into Ultegra 2013 turns into 105 2014. follow?

so depending on the year, will tell you tech.

i'm in my office cleaning my CX bike and see i have the tekto's. Now they are Canty's but the shimano stuff blows these away.

no single pad as ever stood out to me. I ask for whats the best for my type of riding and set up.

Makes sense, I've read that it trickles down through the years. I'll have to keep an eye out on the year when looking at parts.

The Tektro brakes aren't bad, per se, but if I can get a noticeable improvement it's something I want to consider.

Makes sense. How big of a difference do pads make? I've read good things about Kool Stop Salmon pads.

My 2012 Cannondale Supersix 5 105. Despite being all 105 equipped, the brakes are Tektro. Worth changing to 105 or Ultegra brakes?

If you still have cell service, you're doing it wrong

I'm far from a heavy phone user. But I don't get the idea of turning a phone off for the sake of it unless it's like a business phone that won't stop ringing. Taking a single call, or answering an email, or browsing the web for a few minutes doesn't really take away from the experience. It's all down to self control. Don't glue your phone to your hands.

Speaking of outdoor gizmos, anyone have any experience with the SPOT products? http://www.findmespot.com

I really like the idea, but the whole service plan thing reminds me of cellphone plans from 2001. We do all this cool stuff (extra fees may apply). I want something that tracks me so when I bust my face on a rock people can find me. And their site says it isn't reliable in very dense woods. So, red wood forest dense? Or typical New England woods dense? Looks like it costs $300 total for the first year + $150/year after.

I'm going to assume that since it is satellite based, you need a fairly unobstructed view of the sky, so redwood forests are going to be its Achilles' heel.

Also a fan of the E60 5-series. The M5 is pure sex0r but a 545i is more economical. Surprising thing about the E60 545i is that an '04-'05 model can be picked up for under $15K these days. Yes, it's almost a 10 year old car, but they are solid and quick.

This car is probably not the most practical, but I love them. The L322 (3rd gen) Range Rover HSE.

And on a completely impractical note... the Aston Martin DB9:

Serge

Google images said this is what you look like, therefore, from here on out, this is what I think you look like, regardless of what pictures you post on here.

Close enough!

Always been a fan of the E38. This one is slammed, but I prefer them stock with M-parallels.

This thread is utterly hilarious. Part of me doesn't want to know what you guys think I look like, ha.

Simple solution for that: press Dismiss and then continue sleeping.

http://www.volvopartswebstore.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=237904

#9. Protective grating = stock skid plate?

I don't even......

Next up on their list of apps to make:

Can one still find a relatively low mileage, unmolested, non-accident yellow T-5R?

San Francisco shot through the Golden Gate Bridge. Transamerica Pyramid framed through the north tower's top opening. 7D, 70-200 f/2.8 @ 200mm.

I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that's not an 850.

I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that's not an 850.

Yeah, looks like a 740.

$482.13 retail.

How about this one.. if not already mentioned.

Hand's free mobile phone kit for the 850 (also applies to S70s):

Original timer for the 850? Anyone know what it's for?

Very excited about being able to grill out when we want to.

Does anyone use Omaha Steak Company?

For $99 you can get..

4 (5 oz.) Filet Mignons

4 (6 oz.) Top Sirloins

4 (4 oz.) Boneless Pork Chops

2 (4.5 oz.) Stuffed Sole with Scallops and Crabmeat

4 (4 oz.) Omaha Steaks Burgers

8 (3 oz.) Gourmet Jumbo Franks

10 Potatoes au Gratin

http://www.yelp.com/biz/omaha-steaks-chicago

Lots of negative reviews about them all over the internet. Beware.

i will be the first to call bullshit. im pretty sure they phased those awesome accessories out years ago. even if they were still available, there are probably about 2 sets available in some upper prefecture in belgium where some guy has them sitting underneath his mattress. just like the rear park sensors for S70's

Rear park sensors for the S70?!

Anyone want 2 free brand new white "Eibach Springs" stickers? Unused, friend bought them a long time ago and never used them. About 6" x 2".

Would look like this.

If you want it, just let me know and I'll send it off for free.

Pissed Dad - watch the beginning, the good stuff starts at around 6:00

A little extreme, but I understand,I've got a teen age daughter who has a laptop that could use a couple of rounds

Loved it. Stupid spoiled brat kids need to respect their parents.