P.S. I bought zipp off long pants and new hiking boots the next day. F merrell foot wear. It doesn't work for me.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
The AT in Virginia
There were blisters, insects, unusual cold weather, rain, wind, hunger, heat, hills, down hills, crapping in the woods, weight on my back, aching feet, aching back, aching ankles, hunger, thirst, sleeping on the hard cold ground (in the 50's with shorts on) pure joy. Did I mention hungry and thirsty for cold beer. Pictures speak a little more. It's all worth it. I get board easily, and nature could care less. I am admittedlly a little bitch about comforts, but this final picture is what its all about.
P.S. I bought zipp off long pants and new hiking boots the next day. F merrell foot wear. It doesn't work for me.
P.S. I bought zipp off long pants and new hiking boots the next day. F merrell foot wear. It doesn't work for me.
Monday, June 09, 2008
The bug soup was delicious
Camping tip No.1: I the evening when you are chillin' and the lantern is on we discovered some pest control. The bowl was just sittin near the lantern and the bug just kept flying into it. I guess cause it was reflecting the light. So, after a while they will get on ones nerves. So, I poured some water in it and sure enough they would land in it and splash around "alot". So, I took this death machine a little further and put 4 or 5 drops of dishwashing soap in the water. Well they kept a comin every night and they don't spash around but for a second. This reduced the problem by about 85%.
Camping tip No.2
: Go camping on Sunday. Most campgrounds have a 3 o'clock check out so get there around 4 o'clock. Everyone is leaving and you can scavenge all their left behind firewood and like I said we were the only folks in the whole place until about 12:00 midnight on Tuesday.
P.S. There are advantages and disadvantages to being the only people in the middle of nowhere.
Like when people cruise through at night late at a camp ground when you and your woman are the only ones around for miles it is a little unsettling. Another reason to pack some heat. I would hate to use it, but it brings me peace of mind.
Camping tip No.2
: Go camping on Sunday. Most campgrounds have a 3 o'clock check out so get there around 4 o'clock. Everyone is leaving and you can scavenge all their left behind firewood and like I said we were the only folks in the whole place until about 12:00 midnight on Tuesday.P.S. There are advantages and disadvantages to being the only people in the middle of nowhere.
Like when people cruise through at night late at a camp ground when you and your woman are the only ones around for miles it is a little unsettling. Another reason to pack some heat. I would hate to use it, but it brings me peace of mind.
Fairystone State Park
Left Sunday morning and came back Wednesday evening. One of the best things about all the people and the JETS flying over in Virginia Beach is that it will drive you to places like this.
I haven't ever heard anything about this place from mountain bikers, but its our little secret. If you are use to riding Williamsburg and Richmond area it is awesome. I would say there is about 8-10 miles of trails that are MTB legal. So, you gotta do some loops to get the desired mileage, but those loops are straight up awesome. It is one of the most well kept trail systems I have ever seen. Some great and challenging climbs and downhills... (Babycakes didn't walk or stop on anything this year). Yes, for a four and a half hour drive you can pretty much get some other awesome trails as well, but this place is the package. Awesome lakes, streams, mtn views, and the trails are well marked. The trail head was right past our tent in the back ground and we were the only people in the camp ground for two and a half days. Weekends are different and it is popular on weekends after school lets out because of the lakes.
Living the dream.
I haven't ever heard anything about this place from mountain bikers, but its our little secret. If you are use to riding Williamsburg and Richmond area it is awesome. I would say there is about 8-10 miles of trails that are MTB legal. So, you gotta do some loops to get the desired mileage, but those loops are straight up awesome. It is one of the most well kept trail systems I have ever seen. Some great and challenging climbs and downhills... (Babycakes didn't walk or stop on anything this year). Yes, for a four and a half hour drive you can pretty much get some other awesome trails as well, but this place is the package. Awesome lakes, streams, mtn views, and the trails are well marked. The trail head was right past our tent in the back ground and we were the only people in the camp ground for two and a half days. Weekends are different and it is popular on weekends after school lets out because of the lakes.
Living the dream.
Beer
I snapped a picture of Babycakes drinking one of the six beers she will drink this year. Hell, somebodies gotta drive me home.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Ace New River Gorge, WV
Last weeks adventure was awesome. Quality time with the family and great riding. And actually had time for some quality JT aka Jimmy Time aka Miller Time.
Speedy's Hot Sauce
There is progress in the Empire. The FDA approved nutritional facts and upc code have been purchased and the new labels are in the works. Waiting to hear back from Southern Labeling in Portsmouth, Va. to get back with me with a print. Should see something on Wednesday. Hoping to have website and credit card acceptance by end of July. Babycakes and I both have new bikes on order. 
Monday, April 21, 2008
Icon o. classt
Icon o. classt representin up in Northern Virginia. Check him and his friends out at www.wrenchinthegears.blogspot.com. You look fabulous. Look at all that delicious BBBEEEEERRRRRRR.Sunday, April 20, 2008
Can a granola be conservative?
When asked this question I went on a little spiral considering Babycakes will occationally bust out with some pretty conservative stuff for an existential granola like myself
. I have helped her release her inner granola and she has thrived. She is still a little delusional about her preservation of her conservatism. And the waters can be murky. For example: I do believe in the right to bare arms, but mostly because I feel the need to reserve the right to start a revolution if necessary.
Anyway back to the question at hand. "Can a granola be conservative?" It is possible, but not likely. It should be stated that as the inner granola grows the conservatism will deminish. It is not a painful experience, but one may have some bouts of existential angst. Don't be too overwhelmed by this evolution. Once you accept that we (as humans), are alone and the very best we can do is be one with nature and lifes purpose is to have fun the angst should subside and you will soon realize everything will be okay.
. I have helped her release her inner granola and she has thrived. She is still a little delusional about her preservation of her conservatism. And the waters can be murky. For example: I do believe in the right to bare arms, but mostly because I feel the need to reserve the right to start a revolution if necessary.Anyway back to the question at hand. "Can a granola be conservative?" It is possible, but not likely. It should be stated that as the inner granola grows the conservatism will deminish. It is not a painful experience, but one may have some bouts of existential angst. Don't be too overwhelmed by this evolution. Once you accept that we (as humans), are alone and the very best we can do is be one with nature and lifes purpose is to have fun the angst should subside and you will soon realize everything will be okay.
Monday, April 14, 2008
The first real mountain bike ride of the year
Asheville, N.C. had some of the best biking anywhere on the east coast. Huge network of trails. We got so lucky with the weather I got a little sunburn while it was gloomy back home. It was the 1st time in a long time that it felt good to climb.
I don't believe I have seen soooo many dudes with pony tails and white chics with dreads since the early 90's. It is quite amazing how a place attracts a certain group. Ashville seems either extremely conservative, or extremely liberal. Not a lot in between. I'm not sure how many head shops a town needs, but they sure got that covered. And if any one has the munchies well there are lots of great and i mean great restaurants. Very laid back about the service. I mean go ahead and finish your conversation, I'll wait kind of laid back.
It seems what a lot of people would catagorize as hippie, or granola really is drug culture. aka a bunch of twenty something partiers with guts that look like they need a good scrubbin and a hair cut. It seems that "hippies" and "granola's" are often one and the same to many people, but there is a distinction. Hippies, or hippie wanta be's are somewhat as explained above. Granola's on the other hand are more what I relate to. A granola for example is active, health conscious, and environmentally aware. Possibly a vegetarian, but not necessarily, knowledgable about beer, wine and food not so much about the "kind". One might partake, but its not a lifestyle. One may even envolve themselves in a game of frisbee golf. Hacky sack might be pushing it. One may go camping, but not on tour, unless it is on a bicycle. A granola would most likely own a Jeep, Subaru, Honda, or a Volkswagon, maybe even a Volvo newer than 1980. Not a chevy Taho, or an old vw bus
, or a bug, or the bmw that daddy bought. A granola lives and doesn't just philosophize about living and how "the man is creating the situation in which we live, but goes out and does stuff to escape the situation that capitalizm has created. Granola's would enjoy the fruits and freedoms that capitalizm creates, yet appreciates the escape of the daily grind. So in conclusion, be careful about wearing tye dye, or patchouli you might be mistaken for a dirty hippie.
I don't believe I have seen soooo many dudes with pony tails and white chics with dreads since the early 90's. It is quite amazing how a place attracts a certain group. Ashville seems either extremely conservative, or extremely liberal. Not a lot in between. I'm not sure how many head shops a town needs, but they sure got that covered. And if any one has the munchies well there are lots of great and i mean great restaurants. Very laid back about the service. I mean go ahead and finish your conversation, I'll wait kind of laid back.
It seems what a lot of people would catagorize as hippie, or granola really is drug culture. aka a bunch of twenty something partiers with guts that look like they need a good scrubbin and a hair cut. It seems that "hippies" and "granola's" are often one and the same to many people, but there is a distinction. Hippies, or hippie wanta be's are somewhat as explained above. Granola's on the other hand are more what I relate to. A granola for example is active, health conscious, and environmentally aware. Possibly a vegetarian, but not necessarily, knowledgable about beer, wine and food not so much about the "kind". One might partake, but its not a lifestyle. One may even envolve themselves in a game of frisbee golf. Hacky sack might be pushing it. One may go camping, but not on tour, unless it is on a bicycle. A granola would most likely own a Jeep, Subaru, Honda, or a Volkswagon, maybe even a Volvo newer than 1980. Not a chevy Taho, or an old vw bus
, or a bug, or the bmw that daddy bought. A granola lives and doesn't just philosophize about living and how "the man is creating the situation in which we live, but goes out and does stuff to escape the situation that capitalizm has created. Granola's would enjoy the fruits and freedoms that capitalizm creates, yet appreciates the escape of the daily grind. So in conclusion, be careful about wearing tye dye, or patchouli you might be mistaken for a dirty hippie.
Asheville
Last week when it was 50 degrees and raining here in Virginia Beach I was looking at this. In your face.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
2drunk2shift Ride
It has been quite sometime since the last official 2drunk2shift beer ride. Well, this Easter Sunday it has risin again. We will meet at Pacifica on the corner of 40th and Pacific a little before 6:00 p.m. ride for about 20-25 miles depending on route. End back at Pacifica for refreshing adult beverages and tom foolery. Any bike will do, but fixed, cross, or road bikes would probably be the best. You choose your own punishment. Same goes for dress. I will wear cycling clothes one way, or the other, but by all means if your ass can deal with denim, live it up. If you make it to the 1st ride you get a free 2drunk2shift t-shirt. Peace and Carrots.
2drunk2shift T-shirt
2drunk2shift has T-shirts. If you don't make it to the first ride and get a free one, you can still get one for $10. Thanks 2 Rob Tripp for the awesome logo and Justin Carlton for printing them for us. 
Let me know and we hope to see you on the ride.
Let me know and we hope to see you on the ride.
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