Where's Alex been?

Iceman · 06-18-2008, 08:30 AM

Here and there...layin low. I was spending alot of time on the computer and out riding and my wife and son werent getting enough attention. I was also not focusing on exercise or proper diet so I really had to take some time to get things reorganized in my life. No biggie just had to shift some priorities.

The wife and I are expecting our second baby within the week...the original due date was 06/24 then they bumped it up to 06/18 then said they were going to induce her on 06/11.

Long story short, 06/11 came and went with no baby and the doc bumped the date back to 06/18. The wife went to the doctor yesterday and they bumped it back up to 06/24.

So we've come full circle on the due date and hopefully I will get to meet my baby girl soon.

I sold the 954RR on Monday 06/16 and figured I would use the downtime I have right now to get something different.

So far I'm looking at an 06 R6 and an 04 GSX-R750...I may throw an 05 CBR1000RR into the mix and see if I like it or not.

Im pretty much on the fence about what I want to buy, but I've been wanting to try something new so I just forced myself to sell the 954. I came out ok on money on it so I had to do it.

In any case...I will be back around soon enough on some new (to me) wheels.

I cant wait to hit the track...I'm dying inside thinking about it.

speedextreme16 · 06-18-2008, 09:48 AM

About time you posted a damn update for us. Shsssh!

Just messing with you man. Thanks for the update and good to see you back around again. Good luck with the new baby...whenever it is she decides to show up.

Iceman · 06-18-2008, 10:11 AM

LOL!

Thanks Chris!

I should be back out on the track around this fall if all goes as planned...with some new skillz up my sleeve for ya.

Cyanide41 · 06-18-2008, 11:19 AM

maybe you'll be like Colin Edwards who says he gets faster with every kid.

Iceman · 06-18-2008, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Cyanide41

maybe you'll be like Colin Edwards who says he gets faster with every kid.

Ha ha ha!

Thats funny...my buddy at work just brought me a present Monday and it was 2006 Collin Edwards Mini Champs M1 1/12 replica.

SPEED · 06-18-2008, 01:10 PM

Thanks for the report Alex. You may want to try out a CBR600RR as your next bike since it sounds like you plan to hit the track more. You will not be disapointed.

We expect to see baby pictures soon.

Iceman · 06-18-2008, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPEED

Thanks for the report Alex. You may want to try out a CBR600RR as your next bike since it sounds like you plan to hit the track more. You will not be disapointed.

We expect to see baby pictures soon.

For sure Mike. I will post up some pics as soon as we get home from the hospital and all that.

Yeah...I'm not sure what I want to do as far as a bike goes. I looked at the 600RR's, but most of the 600RR's I'm finding are overpriced or not up to snuff for me. I'm on a budget and I'm mildly picky so we'll see what turns up. If I had a good line on a trusted 600RR then I would definetly consider it, but right now I dont see any out there that are realisticly priced and clean.

More than anything I'm just trying to broaden my riding horizons...I started on a big bike and I would like to try a smaller bike for a bit and see if that helps me take my riding to the next level. I think a challenge and forcing myself to make adjustments to a new bike would be good for me both on the track and off the track.

phydeaux · 06-18-2008, 01:47 PM

Hi Alex!
An RC51 has a bit different feel. Join the club!

Iceman · 06-18-2008, 02:05 PM

LOL...I love RC's, but that is a step in the opposite direction that I'm looking to go. I want to try a 600 and see if I can refine my technique a bit...for some reason I have it in my head that a 600 would really help me take my riding up a level.

Congrats on your RC BTW...she's purdy.

Edit: The 750 would be a nice happy medium. Heh heh.

mmmgood · 06-18-2008, 03:09 PM

Hey Alex,

God decides for you whether it's a boy or a girl................to bad he doesn't help with sportbikes. Congrat's!!!!

See you soon.....

06-18-2008, 08:30 AM	#1
Iceman Canyon Carver Tournaments Won: 1 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Santee, Ca Bikes: 2002 CBR 954RR (Sold), 2004 GSX-R750 Age: 27 Posts: 820 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 2 (21)	Where's Alex been? Here and there...layin low. I was spending alot of time on the computer and out riding and my wife and son werent getting enough attention. I was also not focusing on exercise or proper diet so I really had to take some time to get things reorganized in my life. No biggie just had to shift some priorities. The wife and I are expecting our second baby within the week...the original due date was 06/24 then they bumped it up to 06/18 then said they were going to induce her on 06/11. Long story short, 06/11 came and went with no baby and the doc bumped the date back to 06/18. The wife went to the doctor yesterday and they bumped it back up to 06/24. So we've come full circle on the due date and hopefully I will get to meet my baby girl soon. I sold the 954RR on Monday 06/16 and figured I would use the downtime I have right now to get something different. So far I'm looking at an 06 R6 and an 04 GSX-R750...I may throw an 05 CBR1000RR into the mix and see if I like it or not. Im pretty much on the fence about what I want to buy, but I've been wanting to try something new so I just forced myself to sell the 954. I came out ok on money on it so I had to do it. In any case...I will be back around soon enough on some new (to me) wheels. I cant wait to hit the track...I'm dying inside thinking about it. __________________ Alex S. "The undisturbed mind is like the calm body of water reflecting the brilliance of the moon. Empty the mind and you will realize the undisturbed mind" - Yagyū Jūbei Mitsuyoshi "G's up...Ho's down!"

06-18-2008, 09:48 AM	#2
speedextreme16 Track Junkie Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Jewel of the High Desert Bikes: '99 R6-SOLD; '04 CBR 600rr Age: 28 Posts: 1,756 iTrader: (1) Rep Power: 5 (47)	About time you posted a damn update for us. Shsssh! Just messing with you man. Thanks for the update and good to see you back around again. Good luck with the new baby...whenever it is she decides to show up. __________________ I know that it is not your fault, but I am still going to blame you! Semper Fidelis!

06-18-2008, 10:11 AM	#3
Iceman Canyon Carver Tournaments Won: 1 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Santee, Ca Bikes: 2002 CBR 954RR (Sold), 2004 GSX-R750 Age: 27 Posts: 820 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 2 (21)	LOL! Thanks Chris! I should be back out on the track around this fall if all goes as planned...with some new skillz up my sleeve for ya. __________________ Alex S. "The undisturbed mind is like the calm body of water reflecting the brilliance of the moon. Empty the mind and you will realize the undisturbed mind" - Yagyū Jūbei Mitsuyoshi "G's up...Ho's down!"

06-18-2008, 11:19 AM	#4
Cyanide41 Know It All Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 464 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 4 (20)	maybe you'll be like Colin Edwards who says he gets faster with every kid. __________________ ..::JAMES::..

06-18-2008, 01:10 PM	#6
SPEED Administrator Tournaments Won: 2 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: So Cali Bikes: '07 Honda CBR600RR, Cag Pocket bike Age: 43 Posts: 10,918 iTrader: (5) Rep Power: 15 (42)	Thanks for the report Alex. You may want to try out a CBR600RR as your next bike since it sounds like you plan to hit the track more. You will not be disapointed. We expect to see baby pictures soon. __________________ Live to ride another day!" SIGN UP HERE --> "Zoomsplat" -Wingers" SPORTBIKES WEST.COM User Maintenance General Forum Usage Reading and Posting Messages

06-18-2008, 01:47 PM	#8
phydeaux Moderator Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: San Diego Bikes: 05 FZ1/01 RC51 Age: 51 Posts: 985 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 2 (28)	Hi Alex! An RC51 has a bit different feel. Join the club! __________________ Boycott shampoo, you shouldn't settle for anything less than 100% REAL poo!

06-18-2008, 02:05 PM	#9
Iceman Canyon Carver Tournaments Won: 1 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Santee, Ca Bikes: 2002 CBR 954RR (Sold), 2004 GSX-R750 Age: 27 Posts: 820 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 2 (21)	LOL...I love RC's, but that is a step in the opposite direction that I'm looking to go. I want to try a 600 and see if I can refine my technique a bit...for some reason I have it in my head that a 600 would really help me take my riding up a level. Congrats on your RC BTW...she's purdy. Edit: The 750 would be a nice happy medium. Heh heh. __________________ Alex S. "The undisturbed mind is like the calm body of water reflecting the brilliance of the moon. Empty the mind and you will realize the undisturbed mind" - Yagyū Jūbei Mitsuyoshi "G's up...Ho's down!" Last edited by Iceman : 06-18-2008 at 02:51 PM.

06-18-2008, 03:09 PM	#10
mmmgood Squid Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cathedral City, Ca. Bikes: 2006 GSXR1000 Age: 54 Posts: 105 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 2 (10)	Hey Alex, God decides for you whether it's a boy or a girl................to bad he doesn't help with sportbikes. Congrat's!!!! See you soon.....

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