Archive for July 11th, 2008
Perfect Weather
I love summer. Why?
Bare feet
Beaches
Bike rides
Cold beer in glass bottles
Cool breezes
Fresh organic (& locally grown) produce
Ice cream
Minimal clothing
Outdoor concerts
Pool time
Popsicles
Running through the sprinklers
Trashy paperback books
Bike Shop
I stopped by the local bike shop on my way to CSA pickup on Wednesday. I walked in and instantly felt out of place.
High performance bikes + poured concrete floors + incredibly knowledgeable staff = me feeling like a dumbass
Thank goodness I kept walking through the store. A nice salesperson asked if I needed assistance. Here is a recreation of our dialogue:
Me: I bought a secondhand cruiser a few weeks ago and want to get a basket. Do you have any recommendations?
Salesperson (SP): Rattan. (While gesturing toward the rack we’re standing in front of)
Me: Pardon?
SP: Rattan. (As he picks it up off the display)
Me: Ugh. Oh. Okay.
(End scene)
I guess that wasn’t as funny written out as it was in person. We discussed how to mount the basket and I asked about bringing Betty in for a check-up. I left satisfied to get my veggies. Good times.