tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post7459965327782381305..comments2024-01-30T22:53:34.269-08:00Comments on Musings of an Intrepid Commuter: irondadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-58396157121917748352011-01-03T13:00:31.879-08:002011-01-03T13:00:31.879-08:00Bucky,
Believe me, when I finally got to Sears I ...Bucky,<br /><br />Believe me, when I finally got to Sears I wished it was ok to ride in the store! Right up to the restroom.<br /><br />Like I wrote to Chris, there is an Invisible Bottle Association. I believe I will have to join up.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-4662638898853044072011-01-03T12:58:27.559-08:002011-01-03T12:58:27.559-08:00Joe,
Thank you for gracing my blog. I read yours...Joe,<br /><br />Thank you for gracing my blog. I read yours but seldom comment. Shame on me, probably. Your posts are more like inner reflections that I hate to intrude upon.<br /><br />I'm deeply honored to have written something that you find to be of use. Thank you so much for sharing that, again. I remember you mentioning it earlier, as well.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-84416474046150362882011-01-03T12:55:38.644-08:002011-01-03T12:55:38.644-08:00Chris,
That's what they would like you to thi...Chris,<br /><br />That's what they would like you to think. What it really stands for is Invisible Bottle Association.<br /><br />The one you can't see but is hidden down a pant leg!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-34657935569006694762011-01-03T12:54:17.517-08:002011-01-03T12:54:17.517-08:00Steve,
Is switching gears in my writing a good th...Steve,<br /><br />Is switching gears in my writing a good thing or a bad thing? Serious question.<br /><br />I'm not sure if it's a matter of bladder control or honesty. Telling your companions you have to stop and pee earns one a ribbing.<br /><br />Telling them you want to stop and make a picture is different. Then, if you just happen to need to pee while stopped, well....<br /><br />See the difference? I think you're simply more clever than me!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-82517614139091026682011-01-03T12:51:11.817-08:002011-01-03T12:51:11.817-08:00Bryce,
After reading your comments all I can say ...Bryce,<br /><br />After reading your comments all I can say is:<br /><br />Put the rubber gloves down and back away!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-84117271349919971562011-01-03T12:50:17.314-08:002011-01-03T12:50:17.314-08:00Bluekat,
I love the picture you painted of the bl...Bluekat,<br /><br />I love the picture you painted of the black bike rearing like a horse. Maybe we could get Bobskoot to make a movie?<br /><br />Balisada,<br /><br />Silly me. I thought it was actually just a broom. I did wonder about the black point hat on it, though.<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-73281682765608315542011-01-03T12:46:54.082-08:002011-01-03T12:46:54.082-08:00Bobskoot,
I'm glad I held out, too. No matte...Bobskoot,<br /><br />I'm glad I held out, too. No matter how many layers one has on, eventually the evidence shows. By the way, I prefer used coffee cups since they're disposable!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-73644143481470462982011-01-03T12:38:19.206-08:002011-01-03T12:38:19.206-08:00Trobairitz,
That's a great idea. There shoul...Trobairitz,<br /><br />That's a great idea. There should also be a "next restroom so many miles" gauge built into them.<br /><br />Richard M,<br /><br />Some days you're a bullet train and others you're more like a freighter. I prefer being a bullet. I mean, the reason for a long legged bike is to actualy ride, right?<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-5266685683738610852011-01-03T12:35:26.350-08:002011-01-03T12:35:26.350-08:00Mike,
Normally I like that area. Just not during...Mike,<br /><br />Normally I like that area. Just not during the Christmas rush. I especially like Washington Square. The scooter display you posted a photo of long ago is still there.<br /><br />The flashlight picture was due to seeing Ryan stick the thing in his mouth one day. Thought it would be a great photo and he was more than willing to chew on the thing again!<br /><br />It's your turn for flashlight photos!<br /><br />Take care,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-2210709110653865832011-01-01T15:42:36.175-08:002011-01-01T15:42:36.175-08:00Older man = weaker bladder. I can vouch for that....Older man = weaker bladder. I can vouch for that. <br /><br />One thing that you didn't mention was the time to reach the hardware, er -- plumbing, ah -- relief port, oh you know what I mean, once you find a suitable place to offload some liquid. <br /><br />This is much more a problem in winter with layers of insulation overlapping under the riding suit. <br /><br />Maybe one of those thing-a-ma-bobs they use in hospitals...Buckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05008065046166806739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-40819496009349367732011-01-01T14:46:47.919-08:002011-01-01T14:46:47.919-08:00Dan, here's wishing you a most prosperous, saf...Dan, here's wishing you a most prosperous, safe, and happy 2011.<br /><br />I still keep these words of yours on my desk at school: <i>"Too many people make too much noise and flap their mouths way too often. They're full of themselves and their own ideas. Often times wrong ideas. They miss so much because they just won't shut up and be quiet."</i> They remind me to shut up and listen every day.<br /><br />All my best in the New Year!<br /><br /><br />- Joe at <a href="http://scootindavalley.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Scootin' da Valley</a>Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00575182248998162641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-91461378469927105452011-01-01T13:08:46.145-08:002011-01-01T13:08:46.145-08:00I always thought IBA should stand for the Iron Bla...I always thought IBA should stand for the Iron Bladder Association...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05959135092269934084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-440669531852550042010-12-31T20:45:21.710-08:002010-12-31T20:45:21.710-08:00You've shifted gears as a writer. Nice post. ...You've shifted gears as a writer. Nice post. I just hope that receptionist doesn't see it. Otherwise you may need the Glock.<br /><br />Consult Mr. Riepe on how to deal with things in a manner that keeps you out of jail. He'll know the people you will need to pay off.<br /><br />Otherwise, man up and learn to hold it. Geez. The wussification of America has come to Oregon...<br /><br />And what were you implying I do wjith those "other things?"<br /><br />Happy New Year!<br /><br />Steve Williams<br /><a href="http://vespalx150.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Scooter in the Sticks</a>Steve Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04540977884513559091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-87516018979482162412010-12-31T15:57:01.419-08:002010-12-31T15:57:01.419-08:00Let's review the scenario: IronDad proved he ...Let's review the scenario: IronDad proved he was made of iron, therefore he had no need to <br />have a pee. Or have I got it wrong?<br /><br />Seriously at your agerDan a PSA test of your blood is suggested and maybe have your prostrate examined. We men age, sorry, fact of life.<br /><br />Our liquid discharge plumbing can have problems.<br /><br />My rule has always been, use the loo/toilet whatever whenever available. Assume nothing shall be held internally forever. Unless the exit is plugged, again for whatever reason. <br /><br />Mind if worse comes to worst there always is a corner or a vertical pole or the wheel of a parked whatever which needs to be cleanesed. Just remove any personal identification while doing so.<br /><br />We mean have a distinct advantage over the female species when it coems to draining liquids, however never<br />assume your bladder will hold <br />five or more cups of coffee.<br /><br />As one who has one kidney (the other removed due to cancer) which<br />is not in the greatest condition, <br />and one bladder, electrical poles <br />and washrooms are my friend more than my enemy. <br /><br />On that note of amber liquid, don't imbide too much with the change of year to 2011. And best wishes to you and your family for 2011Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-68572621711058804462010-12-31T10:46:48.746-08:002010-12-31T10:46:48.746-08:00I am glad you had a successful conclusion to your ...I am glad you had a successful conclusion to your ride!<br /><br />And as for the receptionist, I imagine you didn't see the broomstick she rode in on!<br /><br />BalisadaBalisadahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08836878587693331978noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-48011140235351600452010-12-31T09:25:02.364-08:002010-12-31T09:25:02.364-08:00Poor Elvira. I'm surprised she didn't take...Poor Elvira. I'm surprised she didn't take matters into her own hands, rising up on back legs, er one wheel like some great black stallion and galloping through the traffic with William Tell overture playing in the background...<br /><br />That must be some scary receptionist to strike fear in the heart of Irondad! Condolences on a trip to the mall at Christmastime! The stuff of nightmares. <br /><br />Wishing you and your family a Happy New Year!Bluekathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13485258388887249275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-29068810560047957142010-12-30T21:44:15.052-08:002010-12-30T21:44:15.052-08:00Irondad:
Glad you held off long enough . . .
it w...<b>Irondad:</b><br /><br />Glad you held off long enough . . .<br />it was suspenseful<br /><br />A very Happy New Year to you and Katie<br /><br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">bobskoot: wet coast scootin</a> <br /><br />PS: don't they have water bottles in your size ?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-15954715527150082292010-12-30T20:55:07.983-08:002010-12-30T20:55:07.983-08:00An entertaining post. Nice comparison of your ridi...An entertaining post. Nice comparison of your riding style to a train. I'm afraid that I have been accused of focusing on the destination and the schedule and ignoring the sights. <br /><br />I honestly don't see how you can ride in that kind of traffic. I think I'd go out of my mind...<br /><br />Happy New Year!<br />Richard<br /><br />BTW, thank you and I'll send an email.RichardMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04773834892715980735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-52782535687980259852010-12-30T20:29:55.346-08:002010-12-30T20:29:55.346-08:00Great post Dan.
I think they should tailor make...Great post Dan. <br /><br />I think they should tailor make gas tanks to the size of a rider's bladder forcing us to stop and tinkle earlier than the painful stage.<br /><br />Unfortunately even with the TU's small tank, it can hold it longer than I can.<br /><br />Happy New Year to you and your family. All the best in 2011.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-12509811546854212962010-12-30T19:52:54.449-08:002010-12-30T19:52:54.449-08:00Your description of all the roads and the challeng...Your description of all the roads and the challenge each one presents is music to my ears... it's what I call home! <br /><br />Being on Greenburg near the mall a few days before Christmas with a full bladder would not be good. I feel your pain.<br /><br />Nice photos in your post. I like your new header too. I got three of our grandkids flashlights and they seemed to enjoy them a lot.<br /><br />Happy New Year!Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11946652999166458805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-62216175006475151862010-12-30T19:22:23.186-08:002010-12-30T19:22:23.186-08:00Allen,
I can honestly say I didn't actually b...Allen,<br /><br />I can honestly say I didn't actually buy any gifts at a mall. Not sure if I was a tough nut or numb, but I like the sound of the former!<br /><br />Charlie6,<br /><br />I was just innocently trying to do my job, and there I was. Honest!<br /><br />In my defense on bladder control it had been 5 hours. And 5 cups of coffee!<br /><br />Happy holidays and New Year,<br /><br />Danirondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-80822906733620876722010-12-30T19:08:11.849-08:002010-12-30T19:08:11.849-08:00Motorcycling near a mall during the height of Chri...Motorcycling near a mall during the height of Christmas shopping season....I agree with Allen!<br /><br />Fortunately, my bladder control allows me extended riding periods...which comes in handy when you just don't want to stop riding; you know what I mean.<br /><br />Happy New Year to you and yours!<br /><br />dom<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-14097-Colorado-Motorcycle-Travel-Examiner" rel="nofollow">Colorado Motorcycle Travel Examiner</a><br /><br /><a href="http://redlegsrides.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Redleg's Rides</a>redlegsrideshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10927757855921321097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20666162.post-60146552140659305202010-12-30T18:26:04.866-08:002010-12-30T18:26:04.866-08:00Somehow, I successfully avoided the mall this Chri...Somehow, I successfully avoided the mall this Christmas season. I even avoided the outlet mall closest to the house. You're a tougher nut than I am. I don't think the overwhelming call of nature could have pushed me into the mall.<br /><br />Happy New Year!<br /><br />-PeaceAllen Maddinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03975320122826127770noreply@blogger.com