tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post5543880422345591711..comments2024-01-30T22:53:34.269-08:00Comments on Musings of an Intrepid Commuter: irondadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-6127095504768158822012-01-16T22:47:31.620-08:002012-01-16T22:47:31.620-08:00I will never take it for granted again when my hub...I will never take it for granted again when my hub says "it's not you I worry about,but the other idiots" I jokingly rattle my hubs fenders when I gear up & ride to work everyday in all kinds of Pacific Northwest weather. He informed me he doesn't ride in the rain. I have learned a lot riding in all kinds of weather. Today however I left my bike parked, it was kind of snowing in the am & I decided I didn't want to take a chance. I am glad Iron Bear had a safe journey.Dar https://www.blogger.com/profile/14690180541358767168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-464565227364108072011-02-18T15:42:58.669-08:002011-02-18T15:42:58.669-08:00BTW - riding on freezing fog?
You're insane!!!...BTW - riding on freezing fog?<br /><b>You're insane!!!!!</b><br />What were you thinking? <br />You could have been killed! (Or worse.)Krysta in MKEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07101287869577972478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-77200807663396436402011-02-18T15:40:18.354-08:002011-02-18T15:40:18.354-08:00So now when Clinton gets around to doing an Ironbu...So now when Clinton gets around to doing an Ironbutt, will he be IronBearButt, or IronButtBear, or Iron^2BearButt, or...?<br /><br /><i>No matter how close to home, when it's time to get off the bike it's time. Don't fall victim to "get-home-itis". Find a hotel and call me. I'll give the desk a credit card number.</i><br />Thanks for the offer. I'll remember that! :DKrysta in MKEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07101287869577972478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-25243850466590586452011-01-17T19:40:59.915-08:002011-01-17T19:40:59.915-08:00Stacy,
Crazy is as crazy does. I finally have el...Stacy,<br /><br />Crazy is as crazy does. I finally have electrics. Kind of a let down.<br /><br />I know what you were up to. Messing the DR, weren't you?<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-655273003019218832011-01-17T19:38:49.294-08:002011-01-17T19:38:49.294-08:00Chuck,
Thank you so much for the kind words! As ...Chuck,<br /><br />Thank you so much for the kind words! As much as your photo blog awes me I feel a little less inferior!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-32878744228338971422011-01-17T19:35:12.412-08:002011-01-17T19:35:12.412-08:00Sharon,
Spoken like a sage!
Did you know about G...Sharon,<br /><br />Spoken like a sage!<br /><br />Did you know about Gary's original blog? He's from your area.<br /><br />http://www.ridetowork.org/files/baroninwinter/index.html<br /><br />Speaking of icy roads you may find it interesting.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-57262420230985127862011-01-17T19:31:48.964-08:002011-01-17T19:31:48.964-08:00Beemergirl,
I didn't take your comment as cas...Beemergirl,<br /><br />I didn't take your comment as casting any dispersions. It is a very valid thing to think about.<br /><br />A rider always needs a plan B to go with Plan A. Sometimes plan B means not implementing plan A in the first place.<br /><br />I think a person should be selective about where and when they choose to explore limits. <br /><br /><br />As to riding for the sheer joy of it? You animal!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-58976647451385933442011-01-17T19:23:46.737-08:002011-01-17T19:23:46.737-08:00David,
You exemplify what a local legend should b...David,<br /><br />You exemplify what a local legend should be. Just quietly taking care of business.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-18754794163079161442011-01-17T19:20:37.337-08:002011-01-17T19:20:37.337-08:00Bryce,
I sincerely hope that last number stays ex...Bryce,<br /><br />I sincerely hope that last number stays extremely theoretical!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-90882214167074369552011-01-17T19:17:49.085-08:002011-01-17T19:17:49.085-08:00Richard,
Once again I have to admit that motorcyc...Richard,<br /><br />Once again I have to admit that motorcycling is not the onl pursuit whereby someone can experience personal growth.<br /><br />Bicycling is tough. Full of opportunity for challenging the rider. Except you don't need an electric vest as long as you are peddling!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-12315101190362598932011-01-17T19:14:31.895-08:002011-01-17T19:14:31.895-08:00bobskoot,
Thank you for honoring me by clearly st...bobskoot,<br /><br />Thank you for honoring me by clearly stating your opinion. My own opinion would be different, having done some of what you talk about.<br /><br />Your viewpoint is 100% correct for you and that is exactly the point of the post. <br /><br />Take care, my highly respected friend!<br /><br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-55627376596520346862011-01-17T19:09:18.925-08:002011-01-17T19:09:18.925-08:00Conchscooter,
Well said.
Take care,
DanConchscooter,<br /><br />Well said. <br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-19364083529178845352011-01-17T19:08:38.119-08:002011-01-17T19:08:38.119-08:00Charlie6,
I've experienced the army version. ...Charlie6,<br /><br />I've experienced the army version. Usually right after the C.O.'s face lost the shocked expression that we were still alive.<br /><br />As much as I hate to admit it, there other ways to experience personal growth than by motorcycling. There is some wisdom in pulling back there to save energy for exploring those other avenues.<br /><br /><br />Thank you for your kind words about the post.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-44922094540301539212011-01-17T19:02:21.292-08:002011-01-17T19:02:21.292-08:00cpa3485 Jimbo, Jimbob, Bub, or whatever we settled...cpa3485 Jimbo, Jimbob, Bub, or whatever we settled on,<br /><br />Trying to prove something is ok. Proving that bikes can play a big role as practical transportation is a good thing. Some of our blogs are listed on Ridetowork.org.<br /><br />Look under community and then commuter blogs.<br /><br />That's the reason I started my blog.<br /><br />As to proving you are still young and virile, well, we all never doubted that so no proving to us required.<br /><br />I believe I was one to start calling you a daredevil accountant. So you can ignore that one.<br /><br />As to being a non-conformist, maybe it's a bit different than that. Sounds like you want to define who you are for yourself rather than have others dictate to you.<br /><br />That's a righteous thing to go for!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-46185153194305545382011-01-17T18:18:32.008-08:002011-01-17T18:18:32.008-08:00bluekat,
Describe it as you will, the answer is m...bluekat,<br /><br />Describe it as you will, the answer is much simpler.<br /><br />You are just plain addicted! Admit it and enjoy it.<br /><br />I remember when you blogged about your son riding. As you can see, been there, done that. Yes, they ride because we do, but probably more safely because we do ride.<br /><br />We give them the best start we can and then trust. That's the hard part, isn't it?<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-46387224934086477312011-01-17T18:10:10.244-08:002011-01-17T18:10:10.244-08:00Geoff,
Thank you for the compliment on the post. ...Geoff,<br /><br />Thank you for the compliment on the post. By your comment it's clear that you got it, too.<br /><br />Personal growth means leaving our comfort zones. I think we are programmed to challenge ourselves into growing.<br /><br />Maybe I'd find more mental clarity if I move to Australia / NZ!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-31841809742887460552011-01-17T18:06:59.219-08:002011-01-17T18:06:59.219-08:00Andrew,
I think you summed up the gist of what I ...Andrew,<br /><br />I think you summed up the gist of what I was getting at. It's not so much what you do or don't do.<br /><br />As you so aptly put it,<br /><br />Be honest with the answers you find and be comfortable with your decisions.<br /><br />You totally get it, my friend.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-40429527617973429652011-01-17T18:03:18.296-08:002011-01-17T18:03:18.296-08:00Orin,
I knew I had found a kindred soul when we g...Orin,<br /><br />I knew I had found a kindred soul when we got to know each other over lunch.<br /><br />You may be even tougher than me, doing what you do on a scooter, even though it IS a Vespa!<br /><br />It's nice to read on your blog that you are making lemonade out of lemons.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-66776519422357136502011-01-17T17:59:59.231-08:002011-01-17T17:59:59.231-08:00Ironbear,
I'm both proud of both of us and bl...Ironbear,<br /><br />I'm both proud of both of us and blushing at the same time! <br /><br />I'm okay with being legally insane as long as your mother doesn't try to have me declared legally dead.<br /><br />Take care, my son<br /><br />Dadirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-46650509152444617942011-01-17T17:57:31.476-08:002011-01-17T17:57:31.476-08:00Sonja,
You ask if there is a treatment. I do not...Sonja,<br /><br />You ask if there is a treatment. I do not believe you are sick.<br /><br />The reason I know that is because you used this wording,<br /><br />"pushing boundaries"<br /><br />It's ok to push boundaries. Push, but don't shove. Stand on firm ground. Push a bit. If you can take a step forward and find firm footing, proceed. If the footing isn't firm, step back to where it is.<br /><br />Your car ride was a way to check the footing before you committed. <br /><br />I like your attitude. It's getting more like mine all the time! Be brave but ride prudently.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-62900979245068461002011-01-17T17:49:28.943-08:002011-01-17T17:49:28.943-08:00Circle Blue, ( Keith )
It seems you have reached ...Circle Blue, ( Keith )<br /><br />It seems you have reached the place I have. It is fun to shock but we have nothing to prove.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-1876081570409217352011-01-17T17:47:26.447-08:002011-01-17T17:47:26.447-08:00Allen,
40 degree weather and peace are truly nobl...Allen,<br /><br />40 degree weather and peace are truly noble things to wish for.<br /><br />Doing battle can make one very weary.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-5222532855806112972011-01-17T17:45:21.363-08:002011-01-17T17:45:21.363-08:00Lucky,
Thank you for the totally awesome comment!...Lucky,<br /><br />Thank you for the totally awesome comment!<br /><br />One would hope to be a good example to their offspring. I hope I have been.<br /><br />You more plainly wrote what Will Rogers said.<br /><br />"Good judgement comes from bad experience. And a lot of that comes from bad judgement".<br /><br />Who needs him when I got you!!irondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-71856087927727507612011-01-16T22:26:09.184-08:002011-01-16T22:26:09.184-08:00I guess I should've known that you'd be ou...I guess I should've known that you'd be out riding in that freeze we had. You probably don't have your electrics hooked up yet either, right? ;)<br /><br />I didn't ride at all during the freeze and when I came back to the bike two weeks later I felt oddly refreshed, as if I were returning with fresh eyes to something I'd taken for granted.Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04582046943770681695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-90366108815540829882011-01-14T00:57:43.289-08:002011-01-14T00:57:43.289-08:00Yet another humble and excellent post, along with ...Yet another humble and excellent post, along with good comments from others! Thanks, Dan, for digging beneath that hard shell you wear and telling it like it is. You and Iron Bear deserve to be proud of each other.Chuck Pefleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02886326288618029812noreply@blogger.com