one post begets another

had to post a pic of the new bike that landed in the stable today......this is the"fresh outta the box" look, soon to be traded for the "looks like a bike dre would ride" look. for those of you who are wondering why this bike was purchased as a complete---surly and QBP have WAY more buying power than me....so, shimano cuts them a better deal on parts than i could ever hope for. Pay attention kids, this is probably the only real good piece of advice on purchasing a new bike (aside from buy the one that fits ya!!): Buying a bike complete  is alot cheaper than piecing it together bit by bit. anyway, here's the new crosscheck....i'll be updating and filling you in on the ride as i get some saddle time on the thing.

on a separate, but equally cool note the wood plugs i ordered from omerica organic body jewelry showed up at the casa today.....holy shit, they are really nice (the picture really doesn't do them justice at all) they are beautifully crafted with high quality materials....and very reasonably price, got both pairs for under 80 shmackroos....for those of you that are into this kinda thing, you know its dirt cheap......omerica is a denver based company that makes all kinda cool shit....not stretched? never fear, they make belt buckets, dog tags and post style earrings as well. check 'em out