TAKE A RISK, WIN BIG.

Rather than just dump a ton of pictures from last week on here, I'll leave you with a quote taken from an article JP posted.

"Gambling is at the heart
of every
worthwhile accomplishment
in life."

3.22.10 - 3.27.10

BOMBED

Today I sticker bombed the fairing. Pretty beast of me but whatever. I like it... for now.

SOLO RIDE

I was itching to get back in the saddle today. Due to class and hanging out at the shop, it was dark by the time I got home. A night ride by myself was just what I needed. For some reason I felt like this the whole 15 miles or so.



I did not feel like I was actually on my bike tonight. I dont think even once I thought about the ride itself. I usually listen to music while riding to help clear my mind, or give me that extra burst of energy. Tonight was another story. The sounds of My American Heart kept me over-analyzing everything going on in my life as of now. It seemed like I could relate to every song. Not the best choice of albums for the ride. Take two tomorrow. "I think I'll take the long way home. I'll sit up straight, sit up straight... Straighten up and get out."

JUST TWO

For me, it's a hard one. I need to be somewhat physically attracted to the girl. Looking right will only get your foot in the door with me though. Intelligence, or lack there of will decide whether or not the door opens more, or shuts right in your face. I also need to be able to hold a conversation with her. I read once that you will be happier if you cut the small talk, and talk about what's really important in life. I think that's why I like talking to you. Looks and intelligence are my two. What would you pick?

WHERE HAVE I BEEN

Not posting that's for sure. This week was nuts. Soo much going on, and the beautiful weather kept me off the computer for the most part. I'll try and fill you in with what I remember. Paint bike rack. Study. Class. St. Patty's Day. Green beer. Bike polo. Temple. Work at iMiNUSD. Work at Macy's. Sabor. New wheels day. Work at Macys. Froyo. Voodoo then Motif. Upstairs with you. One bite of my burrito. Falling asleep on the phone. Work at Macy's. Sharks lose again. Home. Relax. Blog.

Some pictures from the past few days.

OHH NO!

Kate Earl is prego. Am I sad....?

YES.

FRI/SAT

In pictures.

WHAT A RACK

I finally ordered the part I needed to get the roof rack on the Avant. I was able to use the size large fairing I had by taking the dremel to it, cutting 3 or so inches off each side, then shaping it to look like it was never cut. I wanted to make sure the fairing would sit in front of the sunroof, especially since this is my first car with one and I find myself using it often. It fits with just 2 centimeters to spare. It's still not done, I'll be painting the silver pieces black to complete the look.



More pictures here

LIFE IS LOOKING UP

I woke up a few minutes early today in order to make sure I could eat a bowl of Raisin Brand Crunch. I heard that it is bad to start your day off without eating. Lucky for me, I enjoyed my cereal and continued on getting ready.

Starting at 10:30, I have three back to back classes. Business 190 was alright. I forgot my book, but the girl next to me was kind enough to share. During Business 140, Phillip was keeping me distracted while I was trying to study for a midterm. I was doing some work in the lab for Business 188, but my mind was thinking of nothing but food.

After 2:45 finally came, I met with Rhoda for some lunch. I hoped for Chinese food, but my favorite restaurant just happens to be closed from 3 to 5 everyday. I guess since Chinese food was out of the picture, why not pizza? I asked her is she had ever been to 4th Street, and to my amazement, she had not. Pizza it is! We walked the 6 or so blocks to the corner of 4th and Santa Clara. A small pizza, half BBQ chicken / half creamy garlic chicken, and two $1 pints was the perfect meal. I was stuffed after 3 slices.



After lunch we made our way down to the shop to study pretend to study/hangout. The rats and friends were outside tarcking, along with other usuals. Before I knew it, there was just 10 minutes before my night class.

I had a huge test at 6 for Business 130. I was nervous, and probably not well prepared, but I did much better than expected. After the test, JP and myself met up with the guys not playing polo (someone forgot a ball). It was freezing so we left early to watch the Gnarcotix video. That is right, it is finished and I saw it before you! Sean even shouted me out in the credits.....THANKS SEAN! I was really impressed with the video. It was filmed more in a skateboarding video style, not like the real artsy ones that have been dropping lately. Keep your eyes out for a premier in the San Jose area very soon.

Hump day is officially over, and it sure was a great one.
Sorry, I'll clean my mess.

HYORI HUMPDAY

GOODBYE

Our relationship was short, but the time we spent together was swell. You always let me rest when I was tired. You let me get up and over hills effortlessly. Not only did you have a classic style, you were dipped in modern gear. I sold you off for a horrible reason and a cheap price nonetheless.
I'm sorry.



Colnago, you will be missed.

After sending the Colnago on its way to Vermont, I copped one of the new iMiNUSD hoodies.



All the cool kids are doing it, I suggest you do too.

WANT

With Spring about 10 days away, it's time to start looking for some new shades. I'm pretty stuck on my black Oakley Frogskins.
What color now?

HOLD ON MIXTAPE

I received a friend request not too long ago from a person I didn't recognize. What am I suppose to do, just add them? Not....decline. Wait a second, this guy has The Passing Static as his website. I better request him now after denying him. Turns out Miguel runs (please correct me if I'm wrong) this dope blog and is a DJ in the Sacramento area. Not only did I have the Sex & Weight mixtape on repeat all weekend at work, but now I have another one to listen to. I'm about half way through and already know it's the shit.



01. Two Door Cinema Club - Undercover Martyn
02. Late of The Pier - Best In The Class
03. Vampire Weekend - Cousins
04. GRUM - Heartbeats (AP Refix)
05. The Drums - Let's Go Surfing
06. My Gold Mask - Bitches (AP Refix Hood Internet Remix)
07. Groove Armada - Paper Romance (AP Refix Classix Remix)
08. Wale - Good Girls (Andrew Clark + Quix Remix)
09. Hot Chip - One Life Stand
10. Gorillaz - On Melancholy Hill (AP Refix)
11. Los Campesinos! - A Heat Rash In The Shape Of The Show Me State
12. Barretso - We Won't Stop (Redial Remix)
13. M83 - Teen Angst (Death To The Throne Remix)
14. Little Ones - Morning Tide (Etan Groundswell Take)
15. Green Go - Brains For Breakfast
16. TV On The Radio - Staring At the Sun (In Digital Time Remix)

Very well done guys, keep them coming.
Click the picture to download.

THE ROAD NOT YET TRAVELED

The unexpected fork in the road.
Where do you go? Continue on the left, or verge over to the right to an unfamiliar path? Keep in mind this new path is not quite as predictable. What may be waiting for you ahead might be what you have always wanted needed. Then again, it may be what you have never expected. Who really knows? You may be perfectly fine with what you can see on the current path. Stay on the left, which is downward sloping, forcing you to the bottom. You turn around only to look up at the path you just traveled. Now where do you go from here?
Back at the fork, look over to the right. Simply because it is up hill does not necessarily mean it is more difficult. It is a path leading you to top. Climb upward until you can't go any further. Now take a look around. The air may be thin, but imagine the beautiful view. While there, you can take in a deep breath and truly realize everything looks better from above. In a situation like this, one must trust their gut.

Now to the right, or to the left?

PEOPLE STILL USE MYSPACE?

I logged into Myspace for the first time in who knows how long. After talking about my old Trans Am today I wanted to watch the only video I have of me racing it.



I'm still in shock how many people still frequent Myspace. I pulled this picture from there before getting off with a quickness.



13.3 @ 123 MPH She didn't hook until 3rd gear. Some slicks would have easy 11s. Ohh how I miss you.

A WET HUMPDAY

I woke up early to study, earlier than I had planed, thanks to all the cats and dogs falling from the sky. Lucky for me the weather let up right when I got to school. The 8 or so block ride from JP's to campus was rather relaxing with light sprinkles and the sun shining. I had a test in Quantitative Business Analysis that was ehh, but other than that class was pretty cool.

After my 3 classes I headed over to the shop, then to La Vic's for a carnitas burrito. Upon entering I noticed the keep out sign was off the stairs to the second floor. Downstairs was a college student infested taqueria, but up stairs was somewhat nicely decorated, and empty, besides myself and my good company. After eating we made a mad dash back to the shop where it seemed as if there was a party. Everyone was hiding out from the rain.

Sean came by to show off his new work.

It's crazy to see JP's design printed on someone for LIFE! You're nuts Sean, but good shit.

I'm a week or so behind on Hyori Humpday, so here is one to make up for it.

RIDE BIKES

How we roll to the clubs.

LOVESICK

The Sex & Weight - Lovesick mixtape is pure hotness. Ive had it on repeat the past few hours while doing homework and stuff around the house. It is just the right amount of upbeat "feel good" music to keep ya going when the piles of clothes to fold seem endless.



01. Love Grenades – Young Lovers (Sam Sparro Remix)
02. Miami Horror – Make You Mine (Cassian Remix)
03. Friendly Fires ft. Au Revoir Simone – Paris (Aeroplane remix)
04. The Black Ghosts – Any Way You Choose To Give It
05. The Rapture – I Need Your Love (Ewan..s Stay In School Mix)
06. The Presets – This Boy’s In Love (Lifelike Remix)
07. Metronomy – Heartbreaker (Discodeine Remix)
08. Friendly Fires – Skeleton Boy (Grum Remix)
09. Pony Pony Run Run – Hey You (DJ Vanish Remix)
10. Florence and The Machine – Rabbit Heart (The Lionheart Mix)
11. Frightened Rabbit – The Twist (DJ Die Young Edit)
12. Annie – Heartbeat (Alan Braxe Mix)
13. Reverend & The Makers – Silence Is Talking (Alex Metric Remix)
14. Killer Kela – Everyday (Lifelike Remix)

You can find the link to download it at The Passing Static.

NOW IT FEELS NEW

Kinda.

My new key shell came in today. For just $16 shipped from eBay, I couldn't pass up having a new key shell considering my current one was stuck open and had worn buttons. Flip keys are no fun if you can't open and close them 100 times a day.



Upon tearing apart my original key fob, I saw that I could swap blades rather than having to get the new one cut at the stealership. This would have worked out great if I had the proper tools. I ended up using the tip of a dart to push the hallow pin out to free the uncut blade. With a heavy hand I pounded out the pin not noticing I was stretching the same piece of metal that was broken on my original key. Lucky for me, JB Weld was invented, a little around the old key in the new fob and hopefully it will hold up.



The aftermarket shell doesn't feel as good as the OEM one. It has a cheaper plastic feel and is quite a bit lighter. For a savings of more than $150 if I would have gone to the dealership for a new key, I think it will work out just fine.

Y.E.I.A.I.A.

TIME TO LET HER GO

That's right, the Colnago is on eBay. It is not that I don't want it anymore, I just would rather have some funds to mod the Audi. If you are interested, feel free to email me. If you would rather bid, click the photo below for the auction page.

WOMEN ARE HEROES

I am in class now, doing my daily blog reading when I came across this video. Despite not having sound, I think it is amazing.
Do yourself a favor, watch and enjoy.


JR / Exposition Paris 2009 - Ile Saint Louis


via: secret blogs

JUMPING IN

I'm not big on horoscopes, but after reading mine for today, I had to post it. I can relate to it already in just the first few hours of the day.

March 1st: You may be having a tough time setting boundaries now because you can see unrealized potential everywhere you look. Although your ability to think is one of your greatest strengths, it's more difficult than usual to separate what's practical from what's not. Instead of relying on your common sense today, it may be smarter to just jump in. If your plan doesn't gain traction right away, leave it and try something else.

Head first I go.

DIRTY