Every Labor Day for the past nine years I’ve gone to the once Busses By the Arch and now Busses Nowhere Near the Arch. This year was the first year I’ve attended without a VW. Last year was in the old Jetta VR6, every other year in a Vanagon or Bus. The Honda was banished to the boat dock parking lot to hang out with the empty boat trailers. I rode in on the singlespeed laden with all of may camping gear plus titanium spork.

The weather was great and it was nice to see old friends. Ed’s TDI powered Vanagon was impressive and fun to drive. Steve’s RC splitty with remote adjustable suspension was also fun. A different Steve’s TDI Golf was there, and of course with more modifications. Brian’s Syncro Vanagon and Eurovan Weekender were both there. Kurt even made it in from Australia and donated some premium Milwaukee’s Best Ice.

Sterance was not the only singlespeed at the event. Ed brought a newly converted singlespeed mountain bike, and there was a nice red low rider.

One of the highlights of the weekend was on site coffee provided by www.volkskaffee.net. This converted Westy coffee house was just what we needed. I especially liked the “redeye”, a double shot of espresso diluted with a big cup of dark roast coffee.

MS 150 Update: I just finished cleaning and preparing the bikes for the MS 150. I swapped the pedals off of the M2 since the 747s are getting a little worn. I also switched to road tires, re-calibrated the speedometer, cleaned / lubed everything and waxed the chain. Rachel’s Specialized received a similar treatment. Also, if you ever get a chance to try Jelly Belly brand “Energy Beans” they are great. An excellent alternative to Gu; what they lack in caffeine they make up for with sugar.

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