Tuesday, January 23, 2007

Shiny New Bike

I picked her up on Sunday and proceeded to take her on a 250 km journey from Dublin back home to Cork (not the wisest thing to do on your first day). But by the grace of God, I made it home alive.

The day started off sunny but then clouds came over and it got COLD. I've lived in Winterpeg before but this was a different bone chilling wind in your face freeze. I'd ride for 20min, then have to pull into a bar and drink tea for the next 45min before setting off again. In the end, the 3.5hr journey took me 8hrs to complete.

She runs smoothly and purrs like a tiger. Overtaking on the highway is a joy w/ this v-twin. However, she is still nameless so any suggestions are welcome!

Sunday, January 14, 2007

One Sweet Ride (and disappointment w/ Season 6)

I'm hoping to get a new bike next week but before doing so, I must give recognition to this fine piece of machinery that's faithfully served me so well over the past year. She's called the Falcon as a tribute to H.Solo's rebel vessel. I paid all of 12 euro to get her up and running after "picking her up at my friend's backyard party." That's my bedroom in the background. Perhaps I'll post some picks of inside my house shortly.

24 SEASON 6..
What's up with the story line? It's like Season 4 all over again. Have they run out of ideas or something? I'm tired of Islamic fundamentalists - they're not the only terrorists in the world - give them a break! I was all psyched up after Season 5 to see the Chinese get involved, but that didn't last long. Bu hao. Not sure if I'll watch anymore of Season 6 but let me know if it improves, especially YU, stef.