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So, Vsalonistas... I am embroiled in a back and forth about women being "intimidated" in bike shops and why there are not more women working in the bike shops. I have a lot to say about this (as you can imagine) but would be interested to hear some of your comments.
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So, Vsalonistas... I am embroiled in a back and forth about women being "intimidated" in bike shops and why there are not more women working in the bike shops. I have a lot to say about this (as you can imagine) but would be interested to hear some of your comments.
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women and tee shirts go together atmo. and even without the tee shirts, i truly believe a woman has a place in every LBS.
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I see this sort of thing, not in bike shops since I am rarely in bike shops, but out riding in groups. In our area, rides can be quite small or huge. This week's Derby had about 85 riders. Anyway, a few thoughts:
* The mature (read older) and experienced guys around here are generally very open, accepting and helpful to women who want to ride. Many will take no notice at all.
* The immature are generally not like this at all.
* We seem to have a large number of very accomplished women cyclists around here. Because of this fact, it seems that at least in this area, women who appear to be cyclists are taken very seriously.
* I have heard complaints from women who are not experienced cyclists who complain that someone in a shop blew them off, etc.
So, is it a question of women not getting respect, or shop rats figuring that they can expect to sell to guys easier then women, or maybe shop rats who just don't feel comfortable working with women? My guess that in most cases there is a combination of enough of these things to make the difference. If some local second year hot shot with his summer job at the local bike shop sees a woman customer come in looking for a new pair of bib shorts and a new pair of shoes ... how do we want him to react ... and how do we expect him to treat said customer? Most likely he will be aware that he does not understand his customer's needs very well. As a testosterone filled individual, he won't want to admit that to anyone, and especially not to his customer. He then suggests a few pairs of shorts and points her in the direction of the shoe wall and walks away to jawbone with his friends.
Yup, this scenario sucks. But I bet it is pretty common. OK, so the answer is either education for the local hot shot or women working in bike shops. Seems to me that if a shop wants to be taken seriously by female cyclists, they will want to hire women to work there. Just my female side doing the talking..
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So, today e-Richie really let 'em have it at Velo News... the whole week has been troublesome with this publication. Back in May when I interviewed on line editor Steve Frothingham, there was no indication of any turmoil at the Competitor Group offices. Makes one wonder what they are thinking - rather, IF they are thinking. I guess that leaves the door open for a new, smarter, and perhaps less biased racing journal, no?
<sigh>
Meanwhile, don't forget that his week's show will be the interview with Tom Kellogg.... you're gonna' love it. TOC
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So, today e-Richie really let 'em have it at Velo News...
let 'em burn atmo.
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hey - who's on TOC tonight atmo?
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TOM KELLOGG!! TOM KELLOGG!! TOM KELLOGG!!
The Outspoken Cyclist – 08/6/2011 « WJCU
Listen.... it's awesome.
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VSalonistas! I am posting EARLY that this week's show will be a super-duper winner! Richard Schwinn will be guest #1 and our own Too Tall (Josh) will be guest #2... it just doesn't get better than this! (well, maybe, but we'll let you be the judge!) Be sure to listen in on Saturday, April 13th at 5:30PM EDT or via podcast at 6:30pm (and on iTunes)
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Oh, and why don't you let me know how you liked the Tom Kellogg interview? How about some feed back here???
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T.K. is great because he is one of those rare folks who increases his own worth by acting as an resource for others. Also, his technical knowledge of the industry is humbly conveyed.
Now if he could do something about that huge EGO of his ;) kidding.
I wonder if Richard Schwinn remembers me? About 15 yrs. ago I attended an lecture and placed an ancient Schwinn Typhoon in front of his lectern. His comment was "gee the saddle is probably worth more than the entire bike".
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I'm getting a bit chastised here domestically for keeping my compliments private, so...
just listened to the Tom Kellogg interview.
First, I've met Tom (don't really "know" him) and have heard him speak, so it comes as no surprise to me that he was a great guest. This show was indeed excellent. Diane and her interviewing was great, Greg and his formatting was great, and of course Mr. Kellogg was fantastic. I'm not sure if it's my favorite so far, but this one definitely shoots toward the top of the list.
As is typical Diane, just when you think it can't get any better...
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I wonder if Richard Schwinn remembers me? About 15 yrs. ago I attended an lecture and placed an ancient Schwinn Typhoon in front of his lectern. His comment was "gee the saddle is probably worth more than the entire bike".
LOL - Richard remembers most everything! I would bet he'll remember the bike if not you - but then, aren't you "too tall"?
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As is typical Diane, just when you think it can't get any better...
In the interest of full disclosure - you know Brian is my partner... still, he says the nicest things! And, I appreciate it.
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Everything you ever wanted to know about your "founder" "Too Tall" AKA Josh will be revealed this coming Saturday 5:30PM EDT streaming live OR 6:30PM EDT as a podcast. Download from the web site, iTunes, and now Stitcher Smart Radio. We will also be talking with Richard Schwinn - always entertaining and interesting!
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Don't miss it!
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TOC gives good radio. Thank you for the attention and terrific questions. Who would guess that I'd have to wait this long for my Warhol moment?!
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Who would guess that I'd have to wait this long for my Warhol moment?!
Ha ha... it just took the right person to appreciate all that talent! Everyone else want to hear? Listen tomorrow night when Josh gets his Outspoken moment! It's awesome.
The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU 5:30pm EDT streaming live or you can download it at 6:30pm EDT on iTunes, Stitcher, or from WJCU - 88.7 FM: Cleveland's local college radio station.
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June and I listened to the show last night. Toots is way to humble and Richard knows too much. Both of them need to be back on the show.
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Both of them need to be back on the show.
As do you! :-)
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TOC will be talking with Kirk Pacenti this week... listen up VSalonistas! My guess is he's gonna' have lots of good things to say (as do all my fabulous guests!) Also, we are interviewing Rob Penn who wrote "It's All About the Bike: The Pursuit of Happiness on Two Wheels" . We have some news and chit chat too. Tune in this Saturday, 5:30PM EDT streaming live from WJCU-88.7FM The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU or as a podcast at 6:30pm (same station) Also on iTunes or Stitcher radio.
Keep riding!
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tease us huh - can we can an update as to whose mellifluous* voices we'll hear this weekend on TOC.
*guilty. i just wanted to use the word mellifluous in a sentence atmo.
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Inquiring minds want to know. Let's hear it.
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You know, if one person, just one person asks about TOC this weekend they may think he's really sick and they won't take him. And if two people, two people ask, in harmony, they may think they're both faggots and they won't take either of them. And three people do it, three, can you imagine, three people asking about TOC this weekend. They may think it's an organization. And can you, can you imagine fifty people a day, I said fifty people a day asking about what's on TOC this weekend. And friends they may thinks it's V Salon atmo. And that's what it is , the V Salon WTF is on TFC this weekend movement, and all you got to do to join is sing it the next time it come's around on the guitar.
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curious here - TOC is how I spend my saturday afternoons now.
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WTF is on TFC this weekend[/B][/I] movement, and all you got to do to join is sing it the next time it come's around on the guitar.
I am sooooooooooooooo remiss! I was in the Adirondacks - allegedly "resting" (with 6 kids under the age of 6 running around, we came HOME to rest) and then IMMEDIATELY - like less than 48 hours later - left to Madison, Wi for the Heartland Velo Show - saw some very cool peeps and bikes - and YES I did record a FABULOUS show with ROSS SHAFER for this past weekend The Outspoken Cyclist – 08/27/2011 « WJCU and PUHLESE DON'T beat me up too badly.
Go listen - pop the top off your favorite adult beverage - and laugh with me. I'm sorry! :-( I will try to be more on purpose going forward - PROMISE!
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Hey Diane,
Buying my first really nice bike from you was an absolute pleasure. You have a knack for making your clients feel ... well ... special. Thank you for that.
Congrats on making it to the airwaves. The broadcasts have been fun and informative. Keep 'em coming.
Ben Doctor (formerly of Cleveland Heights, OH)
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The broadcasts have been fun and informative. Keep 'em coming.
Ben Doctor (formerly of Cleveland Heights, OH)
WOW - Hi Ben! Long time... and it's nice to hear from you AND that you like the show. Still riding your Waterford?
I was just about to post this week's information to the list - so, here it is.
THIS WEEK ON THE OUTSPOKEN CYCLIST - Builder Tim Massengill and a very cool couple who are making their way around the world by bicycle. They are back in Ohio for a short stint. So, they will actually be IN the studio.
Listen in this coming Saturday, September (OMG - it really IS September!) 3rd at 5:30pm EDT or download the podcast at 6:30pm
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Richie? are we good????
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Listen in this coming Saturday, September (OMG - it really IS September!) 3rd at 5:30pm EDT or download the podcast at 6:30pm
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Richie? are we good????
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okay we can still hang atmo.
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Hey Vsalonistas! I just heard the "advance copy" of tonight's show (because I'm special!) I think you're gonna' like it.
Tune in at 5:30EDT or download the podcast at 6:30EDT The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU
Podcast is also available on iTunes & Stitcher Smart Radio.
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Hey Vsalonistas! I just heard the "advance copy" of tonight's show (because I'm special!) I think you're gonna' like it.
Tune in at 5:30EDT or download the podcast at 6:30EDT
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Podcast is also available on iTunes & Stitcher Smart Radio.
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Glitch at WJCU... show is up and available now - sorry for the inconvenience. Don't know what happened to the automated system, but I published it manually.
Come and git it! The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU
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TOC for this coming weekend will feature Eric Estlund - Winter Bicycles NEO VELOX™ - Introduction to the NEO VELOX - The Urban 700C Electric Bicycle and Scott Bricker of Bike Pittsburgh bike-pgh.org. Tune in on Sturday, September 10th at 5:30pm EDT WJCU - 88.7 FM: Cleveland's local college radio station OR download the podcast at 6:30pm (same URL), iTunes, or stitcher smart radio.
The following week, the show will highlight the folks at Phil Wood, Craig Calfee, and more... I'll be reporting from the convention floor at Interbike!
Thanks for listening.
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TOC for this coming weekend will feature Eric Estlund - Winter Bicycles NEO VELOX™ - Introduction to the NEO VELOX - The Urban 700C Electric Bicycle and Scott Bricker of Bike Pittsburgh bike-pgh.org. Tune in on Sturday, September 10th at 5:30pm EDT WJCU - 88.7 FM: Cleveland's local college radio station OR download the podcast at 6:30pm (same URL), iTunes, or stitcher smart radio.
The following week, the show will highlight the folks at Phil Wood, Craig Calfee, and more... I'll be reporting from the convention floor at Interbike!
Thanks for listening.
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TOC for this coming weekend will feature Eric Estlund - Winter Bicycles Home | Winter Bicycles | For all the seasons of your cycling and Scott Bricker of Bike Pittsburgh bike-pgh.org. Tune in on Sturday, September 10th at 5:30pm EDT WJCU - 88.7 FM: Cleveland's local college radio station OR download the podcast at 6:30pm (same URL), iTunes, or stitcher smart radio.
The following week, the show will highlight the folks at Phil Wood, Craig Calfee, and more... I'll be reporting from the convention floor at Interbike!
Thanks for listening.
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Thanks, Diane- good to chat with you today, and I look forward to hearing the rest of the program this weekend.
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Thanks Eric - very interesting and informative. It's amazing how much I learn from all the guests on the show. Thanks for your time and expertise.
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V-Salonistas! Just returned from Interbike - L-O-N-G trip... recorded the show from the very cool on-floor media center's "studio"... guests include:
Phil Latz - ex-racer and current publisher from Australia; Peter and Garrett Enwright from Phil Wood & Co., Craig Calfee (needs little or no introduction!), Mike Deme and Wynona Batemen from Adventure Cycling Assn. and last but absolutely, positively, certainly not least Nelson Vails!!!!!!!
Listen in to The Outspoken Cyclist's September 17th show ... The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU
Enjoy!
Diane
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Attention TOC listeners - the "live" show will be pre-empted this week by the John Carroll football game... BUT, the podcast will be heard as usual at 6:30pm
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It's all about mountain biking in metroparks and why these parks as often unwilling to allocate trails to off-road cyclists... listen in for a "lively" discussion.
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Just a quick reminder that our regular show will be podcast one hour earlier - 5:30pm EDT - instead of 6:30pm. JCU football will preempt our on air broadcast, so we figured we might as well let you have the show early! It's going to be awesome! The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU
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UH oh - I posted yesterday that our guests for this week's show are Andy Clarke from the LAB and Jim MCCrink from KVA Stainless. We had a glitch with our recording with Him - and we have rescheduled his interview for October 22nd. So, this Saturday, we have Andy Clarke from League of American Bicyclists * Home and Mia Kohout from Momentum Magazine in Vancourver, BC. Join me Saturday evening at 5:30pm EST on The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU
Also, looking to book a couple of guests who want to talk about cyclocross - send me a private message! :-)
That is all...
Diane - TOC
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TOC - Saturday, October 22, 2011 CHRIS KVALE! yep, the very one... and Joe McCrink from KVA. Listen in.
That is all.
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If you didn't hear it, my interview with Chris Kvale was so much fun. He's an interesting guy! The Outspoken Cyclist – 10/22/2011 « WJCU. I learned A LOT about stainless steel from Joe McCrink, production manager at KVA Stainless too! KVA STAINLESS? - MS2? Bicycle Tubing - Stainless Steel Tubing, Bicycle Tubing
This week it's Home. with Rody actually coming in to the studios so we get to talk face-to-face. We also have Maynard Hershon (http://maynardnet.blogspot.com/) regaling us with one of his fabulous cycling stories. It's going to be another GREAT Outspoken Cyclist show. Don't miss it! Saturday, October 29th 5:30pm EDT
what a great job I have!
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