I live in Northeast Georgia where the horizon is hidden from view by Billions of trees, and impressive mountains in all directions. We pay in loss of sight distance for cooler summers than the remaining sections of the state.
This is where the trip to the mail box becomes healthy. My mailbox is approximately 1.2 Miles from my house, and three times weekly I ride my mountain bike on gravel roads out to the black top where our mailboxes are located.
I park my bike, open my mail box, then retrieve mail which I stuff into a black pouch which I wear around my waist for this purpose. Then I make the return ride which includes a fairly long steep climb which ends just before reaching my driveway. As I dismount I am high as a kite, and thank the Lord for my good fortune for first of all; being a Southern born American, and second Living in the mountains.
WallyGater

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Weather Wrap Bicycle Covers
Protect your ride with a heavy-duty, form-fitting Weather Wrap(R) bicycle cover. This durable cover preserves your bike from harsh summer sun, bitter winter cold, ice, snow, rain, dirt and debris. Not just an off-season storage solution, use these easy bicycle covers all year long to keep your bikes clean and dry. Made from tear- and puncture-resistant PVC fabric, our bicycle cover lets you leave …
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SpareHand Triple Bike Parking Stand
$36.94
This unique space saving device is suitable for indoor or outdoor storage. Great for kids! Now everyone can park their own bike at the proper place. You may assemble all the pieces together and use as triple bike storage, or use can use it as storage for 1 and 2 bikes for those tight spaces. It measures 48″ wide. 14″ wide and 14″ tall. Chrome plated. Assembly required….
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EZ Bike Stand
As a rider, you know how hard it is to find a way to balance your bike. You dont want to store it by leaning it against cars, walls, or rough surfaces. And attempting to hold your bike stationary while changing a wheel, pumping up a tire, lubing a chain, or cleaning your bike can be frustrating and awkward. Thats why we invented the EZ Bike Stand. The EZ Bike Stand makes your bike stand on its…
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NWD 6 Unchained Biking DVD
$10.00
Freeride Entertainment keepin it real with badass riding by the best in the biz. Special double dvd featuring over 2 hours of riding and extras. Once again, our cinees have scoured the earth hitting all the crucial destinations and competitions worldwide: Monsterpark, Bolivia, Utah, Crankworx, BC Canada, Adidas Slopestyle, and Mexico….
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Mountain Hardwear Juggernaut 115 Roller Bag – 7000cu in Black, Reg
$324.95
If you’ve ever tried to drag 100lbs of gear through the airport, then you know why Mountain Hardwear made the Juggernaut 115 a rolling gear bag instead of a duffel. When you load up all 7000cu inches of cargo space, you’re definitely not going to want to carry this bag. Of course, it has to get to where you’re going, so Mountain Hardwear gave it wheels and an extendable handle for easy strolling t…
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Libor Karas World Tour
Libor Karas shot a video that displays his talent in many cities including, New York, Miami, and Prague….
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Chainsmoke (Mountain Bike) [VHS]
$9.95
Shot entirely on 16mm film, Chainsmoke is packed with racing, freeriding, interviews, crashes, and an awesome soundtrack. Featuring shaun Palmer, Tinker Juarez, Alison Sydor, Myles Rockwell, Missy Giove, and many others! This film will make you want to ride! …
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NiteIze SpokeLit
$11.00
Nite Ize SpokeLit is a secure spoke light that remains in position even during off road use. Features: L.E.D. light in glow or flash mode. Water resistant and shock proof. Batteries included. Easy on, easy off mount that fits most spoked wheels…
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NiteIze SpotLit
$9.00
Nite Ize SpotLit. Clip-on LED with secure stainless steel small carabiner clips to zipper pulls, dog collars, keychains and more. Features: LED carabiner lights with glow and flash mode. Water resistant…
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Mitsuba 20-inch Mountain Bike
$174.99
Enjoy the outdoors with this Mitsuba mountain bikeY-type suspension makes for a smooth ride on any terrain12-speed bike features a durable hi-ten steel frame
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Titan Fusion Mountain Bike
$243.49
Exercise in style with this rugged all-terrain dual suspension mountain bikeBicycle features 18-inch unisex frame styleIncludes front disc brakes
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Lombardo Shavano 24U Mountain Bike
$389.99
The Lombardo Shavano 24U mountain bike features a lowered alloy frame that allows shorter riders to ride comfortably. Shimano derailleurs and a suspension fork help ease strain on the body during more challenging rides.
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Titan Punisher All-terrain Bike
$210.99
Titan 18-inch deluxe unisex mountain bike provides years of quality riding21-speed Shimano gearing system lets you ride on any terrain or conditionsDual suspension frame provides maximum comfort and support
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Polaris Ranger Boy’s 24- inch Bicycle
$177.99
Boy’s Polaris Ranger bicycle is perfect for the mountain or around townBike has a steel dual suspension frameBicycle has a Shimano 21-speed drive train
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Lombardo Wheelerpeak 200 Bicycle
$532.99
The light alloy frame combined with the Shimano drivetrain, mountain bike style headset, and suspension fork make this Lombardo Wheelerpeak bike ready to attack any trail, while the hybrid tires and suspension seat keep it riding fast and smooth.
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Titan Trailblazer 18-speed Mountain Bike
$195.99
Titan 18-speed all-terrain bike features twist shifting systemTrailblazer features suspension coil shock on forkSports & fitness or pure recreation, this bicycle does it all
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High-Tech Cycling
$18.49
Thirteen international specialists contribute 11 chapters on the latest knowledge in cycling science, training, equipment, and physiology. Coverage includes equipment selection in road cycling, mountain bike suspensions, proper body positioning, optim…
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I’m fairly new to the mountain biking sport. I’ve been working out on my bike for six years now due to knee’s wearing out from running heavily during my military career and afterward. I now take triple strength Glucosamine + Chondroitin to maintain cushion in my joints, which is very effective. That said I must pass on the up-hill-stall I experienced this morning while climbing a steep graveled road in the north Georgia mountains.
The weather is extremely beautiful this morning; a cloudless, crystal clear sky and sunshine bright with the temperature in the upper sixties. During my revelation of a wonderful, but taxing, ride before me I began to climb at least a 30 degree hill on one of our graveled roads, I was standing on my pedals for power, not paying much attention to where any loose gravel was accumulating when I spun out due to stones being torn from the compacted road eliminating any friction with the drive tire causing an instantaneous loss of forward momentum.
I braked quickly and lowered my left foot to the ground. I dismounted to check on the spot on the road that bore the scars of the spin. I noticed there had been a cluster of rocks three to four inches square just under the surface of the run that were obviously not compacted enough to hold together while being forced down hill by the torque of the drive wheel. I made a mental note to always pay attention to the surface conditions at all times.
WallyGater

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Tension Mounted Aluminum Bicycle Rack (Classic Black) (7′ – 11′)
$115.99
Keep your bicycles off the floor and out of the way. This sleek and slender bike stand stores up to 2 bikes as is – or add on the extra bike kit accessory to hold one additional bike. No-holes tension adjustment secures the bike rack without hardware or damage to walls or ceiling. Ideal for apartments, condos, garages, homes and anywhere space is limited or permanent markings are prohibited. Adjus…
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Extra Bike Kit Only – pole sold separately (Black) (Holds 1 extra bike)
$15.95
Keep your bicycles off the floor and out of the way. This sleek and slender bike stand stores up to 2 bikes as is – or add on the extra bike kit accessory to hold one additional bike. No-holes tension adjustment secures the bike rack without hardware or damage to walls or ceiling. Ideal for apartments, condos, garages, homes and anywhere space is limited or permanent markings are prohibited. Adjus…
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NiteIze SpokeLit
$11.00
Nite Ize SpokeLit is a secure spoke light that remains in position even during off road use. Features: L.E.D. light in glow or flash mode. Water resistant and shock proof. Batteries included. Easy on, easy off mount that fits most spoked wheels…
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McNett Tenacious Tape
$4.50
Tenacious Tape uses real tent fabric to provide nearly invisible, permanent repairs. Clean Adhesive Technology allows Tenacious Tape to be removed without leaving duct tape’s ugly glue mess behind. Ideal for repairs on tents, tarps, mosquito netting, rain gear, backpacks, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, seat cushions, soft coolers, boat covers and more!…
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Princeton Tec Apex 3 watt LED Headlamp
$84.99
If you need a headlamp that can handle your hardcore adventures, look no further than the Princeton Tec Apex Pro Headlamp. The Apex represents the pinnacle of Princeton Tech’s waterproof LED headlamps and is ideal for alpine climbers, midnight mountain bikers, and cold-weather campers. It can put out up to 130 lumens of light, and boasts four light levels, a safety flash mode, and an impact-resist…
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Polar RS100 Heart Rate Monitor and Stopwatch
$119.95
If running is what you do to stay in shape, the RS100 will give you valuable feedback that can help improve your fitness or lose those last few pounds. It combines all the heart rate features you need with the stopwatch you’re used to. Track your average heart rate and time for each lap, so you can integrate heart rate easily into your fitness running program….
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Polar FT7 Heart Rate Monitor Watch
$119.95
Whether you are training for a triathlon or trying to lose weight, the Polar FT7 Heart Rate Monitor Watch pinpoints the information you need to meet your goals. The Polar EnergyPointer tells you if the main effect of your training is fitness improvement or fat burning, so you can adjust your workout as needed.Product FeaturesMaterial: [Housing] plastic; [Strap] rubberAltimeter: NoBarometer: No Hea…
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Lombardo Men’s Visoke 270 Mountain Bike
$384.99
The light weight alloy frame of this Lombardo Visoke 270 men’s bike is matched with Shimano derailleurs to make pedaling a breeze. This bike comes equipped with a rear carrying rack, fenders, and an enclosed chain guard.
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BIKE USA Bicycle Stabilizer Wheels
$199.99
Kit designed to balance your bike and let you rideMounts to any bike with a 24 to 27-inch tireFits bikes with multiple gearsUses 16-inch tires and tubes
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Mighty Rack Four-bike Bumper Mount Rack
$139.99
Conveniently carry your bicycles to the mountains or anywhere on the Mighty Rack 4-bike bumber mount rackCycling accessory made of solid steel constructionBicycle rack carries up to four bikes
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Mighty Rack 2-bike Bumper Mount
$57.84
Conveniently carry your bikes to the mountains or anywhere on the Mighty Rack 2-bike bumper mountCycling accessory is made of solid steel constructionBicycle rack carries up to two bikes
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Lombardo Men’s Luxor 2000 Mountain Bike
$1187.99
Built for serious commuting, the Luxor 2000 men’s bike will take you far. This bike comes with specialized components including an enclosed chain guard, Dynamos battery-free lights, a rear carrying rack and front and back fenders.
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Standard Roof Rack Fork Mount (Pair)
$50.99
Take your bike wherever you go with a standard roof rackCycling accessory is best for square or OEM bars9mm skewer attaches to the front fork of your bicycle once the front wheel is removed
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Unless you are on drugs or are a democrat voter, you have been following the capture and rescue of Richard Phillips the Master of the Maersk-Alabama container freighter. You know how the American Crew fought off armed criminals, aka Pirates, from Somalia with fire hoses, and any other makeshift weapon they could use; how Philips volunteered to surrender to these Terrorist/Pirates/Muslims to spare his crew from possible harm.
You also know that these liberals made their get-away in the ship’s lifeboat while tugging along the Master of the Alabama. There are a few actions of the on scene Commander, the pirates and Obama himself that you may not be aware of, however. For example: The Captain of the USS Bainbridge DDG-96 requested repeatedly for instructions from Obama for offensive action against the Terrorist/Pirates which were never sent.
The “on scene Commander” which is the CO of the Bainbridge, after observing threatening actions from one of the Pirates whom while behind the Master of the Alabama, leveled his AK-47 at the same as preparing to shoot him in the back, ordered the Special Warfare personnel to take out said terrorist, plus the other two, to preserve the Master’s life.
The above action of the CO of the USS Bainbridge is authorized by DOD Directives, and Naval Regulations.
My thoughts: We obviously do not have a strong, courageous Commander-in-Chief of our Magnificent Armed Forces at this time.
God preserve us.
WallyGater