Wolf in PDX

I really wish I had gotten into riding bikes much sooner after moving to Portland when I was 30. I don't think I would have commuted, I'd have ridden for fun. I just felt like it'd be a hassle to store one in all the places I lived. One more thing in the way in an apartment. I definitely missed out on almost two decades of fun.

(Don't mind me, just feeling old and grumpy today.)

It has been pouring rain all night tonight.

Despite the weather, I took Rusty the HardRock out for a test ride. The only thing I still want to change are the pedals. I can't get a wrench on the current pedal adapters to get them off. I'm trying to not scratch the hell out of the crank arms. This bike is not for sale, but I have several other rebuilt bikes available. Please check them out! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wolfinpdx #BikeTooter

As I tooted about earlier this afternoon, Walter the Raleigh, the 1991 Technium Heat bicycle is for sale!

I've posted an image gallery and the price breakdown to my Buy Me A Coffee Web page. The link is below.

https://buymeacoffee.com/wolfinpdx/walter-raleigh-sale

I would appreciate it if y'all could spread the word. I want to make sure this bike goes down the road to a good home!

#BikeTooter #PDX

Last pictures for today, then I really need a nap.

Johnny the Samurai HardRock with the stock Specialized saddle I swapped off of River the blue HardRock. River now has the black Charge Spoon saddle that was on this bike.

I dig it. The stock saddle has a bit more cushion, which is great.

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May have pushed myself a little too hard. Feeling brain foggy now. I'm hoping the nap helps.

I made some progress with the Rusty and River Specialized HardRock bikes, and I'm honestly pleased how far I got today.

I need to cable the brakes for Johnny the Samurai HardRock next. Then that bike is done. I am looking forward to taking it for a test ride.

I also worked on the Nishiki Tamarack a little. I got the SRAM grip shifters off River on to it. I might try to sell it again. Otherwise it's going to the bike co-op.

Low on spoons. Going to take a nap until 4pm.

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Swapping wheels and handlebars.

I'm still not sure about the orange with that blue.

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I'm trying to wind down before bed. Under the covers. Cat is snoozing in my lap.

Looking at these before and after pictures. The Charge Spoon saddle just isn't working on the new blue Specialized. I will probably keep the black seatpost to go with the black Origin8 handlebars.

The saddle is going back on Rusty, and the orange components will stay on that bike as well.

That's all for today. G'night, y'all. Take care out there. Be safe and be well. 🐺

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Decentralized journalism is the only way we're going to know about what is going on in the United States going forward. It's that simple. Educate yourself on bias. Be vigilant. Check sources. It's going to get worse for freedom of speech in this country. Do what you can to make sure voices are heard. #Uspol

For the love of everything #bicycle related, can anyone please tell me if the #Portland #Oregon metropolitan area has any sort of of a regularly occuring #bike swap meet going on?

If not, why the heck not?

Anyone want to get together, have some coffee, and help me organize one? I can't be the only one with a parts bin full of stuff that could be out in the world and being put to good use!

Please respond. Boost for visibility. I really want to get something going here.

#PDX #BikeTooter

All y'all who were downloading a certain manual? You better have been studying. If not, get on it. Start planning now. Come Spring, it's time to go to work. 30th April, 2026 Spead the word. https://youtu.be/z5rRZdiu1UE #Resist

@ai6yr@m.ai6yr.org The fuck is this headline? Journalistic weasel words.

I'm a #infosec professional in my 40's, living in #Portland, Oregon.

I'm also currently a full-time college student.

I've been dealing with Post-COVID symptoms since June of 2023.

When I can, I work on #bikes. More about that can be found below.

https://buymeacoffee.com/wolfinpdx

Your financial support is greatly appreciated!

#introduction #PDX #BikeTooter