Bills v. Pats Part II

[Big Game]

Does anyone have an extra ticket for Sunday's game? I can't offer you any "money," but what I can offer you is my charm and grace.


I think we'll have a good game. Buffalo should be ready for the Pats after getting their adorable behinds so thoroughly kicked in at Rich Stadium earlier this year. Did I just say their behinds were adorable? Will anyone think that's weird? I don't think anyone will notice. They'll still fear you Big Game, there's no need to overcompensate your imposing manhood by saying something like "My front rotor is 8 inches."

[I Are Baboon]

I'm more interested in the Atlanta/Tampa Bay showdown. Mike Vick vs the Bucs 'D.

I don't care what you say, those Run 'n Gun quarterbacks are always a hit away from a long stint on the IR. Traditional pocket QB's stay better protected.

[SloMoJo]

Indeed, the Pats vs Bills game will be a good one to watch. I sure enjoyed their last meeting. :)

I wonder if the Bills fans are still cheering how wonderful Drew is?

We already know Bledsoe is fully capable of loosing in Foxboro. Go Pats! :)

A lot of hype about Pats having 10 days off to get ready for this pivotal game. Let's hope they used their time wisely. It's no secret the key is for Brady to pick apart the Bills defensive flaws. Also the Pats need good pass coverage on D.

BG - Earlier this season I picked up 8 tickets on EBAY for the Denver game. They were actually reasonable. The game was awful but a good time nonetheless (8 Guys in a 15 ft Cube Truck with a generator, couches, TV - more beer and steaktips than you can shake a stick at - got ugly!). Other than Ebay or a corporate seat..good luck. Note: Gilette Stadium is the real deal.

I did just get rid of an extra tix for the Celtics on Friday, BG you were on my short list but figured you wouldn't make the commute. Plus there is only room for one superior being and I decided to fill that role.

Boon - agree with you on the QB statement for the NFL. College may be a different story.

On a seperate note: The cost to attend any Boston Sporting events is over the top. Gillette tix are scarce and cost a boatload, The Fleet Center is too expensive (althought the B's are hot) and even Fenway is getting ridiculous...and that whole roping off Yawkey way for vendors, etc. overated. I'd rather hit the cask or who's on first or the BBQ wolf.

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Stiffer soled shoes will allow you to transfer more power to the pedals.

[MMcG]

Go Bills!! ;D

As a native Western New Yorker I had to get that one in (even though I'm not a very big football fan......could never figure out what was so great about a sport that you practiced six days a week for in order to play just one game per week??).

NOO......again sage advice on the stiff soles but won't too stiff a sole work against you if you have to hike a bike or if your frame busts in two in the middle of an epic ride? ;)

[I Are Baboon]

Hey NOO, Sox tickets are going up again next year. They are, BY FAR, the most expensive MLB team to see live.

The wife and I were in Philly for work a couple years ago and went to a Phillies game. $12 for front row, second deck, directly behind home plate. That was awesome. :)

The wife and I were in Philly for work a couple years ago and went to a Phillies game. $12 for front row, second deck, directly behind home plate. That was awesome. :)


That's the way it should be. Whatever happened to $8 bleachers? In the last few years I've been to 5 other parks besides Fenway and it just seemed much easier. I guess some of it depends on the fanatasism of the fans...some towns just couldn't care less..

Phillies tax may go up with the Thome deal...6 yrs 88 Mill..

[EVIL BOTA]

All I have to say is................................................ ......



Go Bledsoe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Big Game]

A lot of hype about Pats having 10 days off to get ready for this pivotal game. Let's hope they used their time wisely. It's no secret the key is for Brady to pick apart the Bills defensive flaws. Also the Pats need good pass coverage on D.


I wonder if the Pats are in a tough position. They totally dominated the last game and I wonder if they will be able to use and abuse the Bills like they did the last time. Assuming the Bills show up to play, will the Pats have any tricks/strategy left? I think for the Bills they know what they need to work on. But what do the Pat's need to work on? They beat the Bills everywhere the last time.

For the Bill's Eric Moulds has been dropping a lot of perfectly thrown passes, which would have been huge gains, this year. It seems to me, that last week, he caught passes he had no business catching. So he might have turned the corner and have started to play like the Pro-Bowler he is.
Good play is contagious; confidence breeds confidence, so the Bills may be able to make this the game that defines their season.

Indeed, if they don't win, their season is over, as even if they finish 9-7, they have way too many division losses (2 against the g.d. jets! ahh. and 1 to the Pats) and it is entirely foreseeable that four other teams in the AFC will finish 9-7.

Sunday's forecast in Foxboro calls for sustained winds of 12 mph. So we can expect much windier gusts. Will this effect the outcome of the game? Probably not, both QB's are adept at throwing the ball in adverse conditions.

Noo, I'm glad I was in your thoughts.

SloMoJo: It seems like Drew broke your heart a few times. Do yourself a favor and let it go. Just let it go.

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Men: If you bash your scrotum many many times on your bike, you will probably damage your scrotum.

Now I just need someone to pay me $200,000 for my incredible talent for stating the obvious.

NOO......again sage advice on the stiff soles but won't too stiff a sole work against you if you have to hike a bike or if your frame busts in two in the middle of an epic ride? ;)



McAskalot -

Plenty of shoe options (too many) that offer a good balance. I'm not suggesting you wear a road shoe for technical XC. You also want to look at what the sole is made of and any tread design. Much of this is personal preference. Similiar to what you do with the cleats that often time screw in just below your toe (I have no need for them).

Im in my third season on a pair of Carnac's that I can't say enough about. If they weren't relegated to the basement and garage I would wear them around as slippers.

Another topic covered...amazing.

or if your frame busts in two in the middle of an epic ride? ;)




Todd already addressed this. Quite thoroughly. It is the end of the qtr/yr, and I am a bit on edge. Enough said.

[MMcG]

NOO.........thanks for all the formal technical answers but basically I was just trying to bust some balls with my questions.

I have a pair of Answer Talveras and like them a lot, but next time I won't go for a pair of shoes with laces. Got the laces caught in the chainring once and almost killed myself. I now make sure to double knot before heading out on a ride.


I think turnovers will be a factor in Sunday's Bills vs. Pats game. That and special teams play.

Anybody riding in these frigid temps?? It was 7 degrees in Mansfield this morning at 6:45 a.m. My morning walk with the dogs was shortened considerably and canine and human alike were glad that it was. I think the snow was acting like little razor blades on the pads of my pooches' feet!

"Let's Go Buffalo!!" ;D

NOO.........thanks for all the formal technical answers but basically I was just trying to bust some balls with my questions.





I see...I can appreciate that...

My comment regarding me being on edge was purely sacarstic....It's the freaking Holidays man..time for celebration!

[MMcG]

I see...I can appreciate that...

My comment regarding me being on edge was purely sacarstic....It's the freaking Holidays man..time for celebration!


Amen to that good sir!

Anybody planning a winter/holiday getaway to some warmer destination loaded with incredible single track!?

I've seen articles in magazines about mountain biking in Costa Rica.....Latin America etc.......has anyone done that?

Our winter is Australia's summer isn't it?....Hmmmmmmm.........mountain biking down under......that sounds like one helluva vacation destination.

Go Bills!

[yojimbo]

I have taken the standard Bills fan attitude towards every Bills game, total pessisism.

It seems less the standard Bills vs. Pats type match up, but a battle between Belichick and Bledsoe. Greg Williams is no Marv Levy, so it is up to Bledsoe to win the game. Unfortunately, Belichick knows how to defend Bledsoe, back to his Cleveland days.

Since everyone is wimping out from biking just because it is a little chilly and some small accumlation of the white stuff, I guess I will have to back to NY to see the game.

[Flo]

Go Bills!! ;D

As a native Western New Yorker

I have to second that......

Let's go Buffalo!!!

[Big Game]

I have to second that......

Let's go Buffalo!!!


Perhaps we should ask our first Senior Member what he thinks. Oh wait, that's me.

Let's go Buffalo!!!!!!!!

[MMcG]

Big Game, I haven't even met you yet, but my admiration grows.......a Bills fan no less!

I hope things are going well for you with your Green Mountain State Cinderella Search!

Flo: A fellow Western New Yorker I presume?

Also, weather permitting is anyone in CT riding anywhere in CT on Sunday??

[gungywump]

I did just get rid of an extra tix for the Celtics on Friday, BG you were on my short list but figured you wouldn't make the commute. Plus there is only room for one superior being and I decided to fill that role.



I like basketball!

Attending a major league sporting event on Friday night is a great way to start out a weekend of Mountain Biking.

[I Are Baboon]

mmmmmmmm....buffalo wings...........

[MMcG]

mmmmmmmm....buffalo wings...........




For a tall somewhat skinny guy you sure do think about food a lot Red Butt!

FYI..........you haven't experienced true Wings unless you travel to Buffalo or some other fine Western NY establishment. They just do something different in Western NY that I haven't found replicated anywhere else.

Which leads me to yet another question...........where is a good post-ride establishment that serves good wings?

[gungywump]

I have to second that......

Let's go Buffalo!!!


Perhaps we should ask our first Senior Member what he thinks. Oh wait, that's me.

Let's go Buffalo!!!!!!!!


SENIOR MEMBER!!! S**T I Better up the spamload!

[I Are Baboon]

For a tall somewhat skinny guy you sure do think about food a lot Red Butt!

FYI..........you haven't experienced true Wings unless you travel to Buffalo or some other fine Western NY establishment. They just do something different in Western NY that I haven't found replicated anywhere else.

Which leads me to yet another question...........where is a good post-ride establishment that serves good wings?


Buffalo wings make the red butt redder.

Good post-ride wings, eh? Well, the previously mentioned Eli Cannon's in Middletown makes good wings. Good for a post-Middlesex or Cockaponset snack (I just said sex and cock). My favorite though is J Timothy's in Plainville. Their dirt wings are unreal. Good for a post-West Hartford snack.

[EVIL BOTA]

I'm just a Bledsoe fan.. I hope he throws for 400+yard and 4 td's ,but I hope the pats win..lol He got shafted in N.E.

[AA]

For wings in the Boston area there are 2 places that are close (but still not as good as western NY wings)

Buffs Pub in Newton & Tom's Busy Bee in Watertown.

Tom's is a cool neighborhood bar with lots of TV's but unfortunately probably the dirtiest bathrooms this side of a NJ turnpike rest stop :-X.

Oh yea, go Pats.

[SloMoJo]

Shafted...Reeeally?

What would you have done if you were the Pats owner, buddy?

Do ya think Drew would make the superbowl thing happen?
Would ya keep em both and start Drew this year?
There was only one way for it to play out...and I like Drew Bledsoe.

Paid gazzillions to play fricken football!
Shafted...please.. :)

I like basketball!

Attending a major league sporting event on Friday night is a great way to start out a weekend of Mountain Biking.


GW - don't worry - you were on the shortlist with BG. THe only fair solution would be two tix to bring the doublefecta from CT.

I'll be in the 5th row center - opposite side of the benches. Look for the most handsome man in the land. I'm 6' 5" (6' 9" with the afro)220lbs and have many stricking features.

More snow on the way...downright giddy for Sat am ride....

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Your front brakes are like Donuts. Used sensibly they are good thing; in excess they will destroy you!

[EVIL BOTA]

slomojo, Dude I would have gave him his job back after his injurys were heal'd up(they had no idea they were gonna make it to the s.b. at that time). Belichicken didn't give him the respect he deserved. I think he's better than Brady.Would they have gone to the superbowl..probley not.He should have got his job back though. Brady didn't take them there alone. The whole team played awesome.. Don't forget the pitt game .If it wasn't for drew no superbowl ... ALSO THE RAIDERS GAME.Granted that was payback(the bad call) for the "78" playoff game.. People gave brady too much credit.He's good and gonna get better ,but I'll take Drew anyday..

[SloMoJo]

Well, guess I can't argue with you, when you have all the facts, buddy. ;)

$20 on the game, oh wise one? ;D

[EVIL BOTA]

No you can. I am just Drew fan is all.. hehe.. I would rather ride Sunday than watch the game. Since riding will be out till I get my new shock.. Football it is..and BEER!!!!!!!AND FOOOD!!!!!!!!!!!

[splat]

I think the way Drew handled the whole situation was nothing but class! he did not say a word about it, the Media was trying to get drew or brady to say anything that they could twist around to make Drew sound bitter. he just wouldn't bite ! How many other situations around the league has this happened and one or the other quarter backs whines to the media. I was really surprised there weren't a bunch of teams trying to get him especially the way he came off the bench in the Pittsburg game and Marched the pats down the field

I hope they Both Put on a Show, you know like maybe a Final score of 48 - 42 Now that would be cool. I too Would rather be riding ! but with this dam white stuff on the ground ( and more coming tommorow ) is going to make it tough.

Hey Ron .... .Err..... I mean Evil , I have a Nice rigid fork you can use !


oh and Go Pats

[Mr_Cheeze]

The Bills have to run the ball. Plain and simple. Bellicek defenses always confound Drew, and that last game was another example of it. I thought they would run more in the last game but didn't. Heavy winds are being forecasted for this game. Not good for QBs that like to throw the long passes.

Until the Bills get something remotely close to a defense, they have no shot in this game. Final score: Pats 36 Bills 17

[Big Game]

The Bills have to run the ball. Plain and simple. Bellicek defenses always confound Drew, and that last game was another example of it. I thought they would run more in the last game but didn't.


I totally agree with you. If the Pats know they don't have to defend against the run, their secondary is going to destroy the Bledsoe. But, the Bills can put a running game together. The O-line has gotten better and Travis Henry is no slouch. Should be a good one.

[gungywump]

I've got seats for the Pats vs. Jets in two weeks. It's going to be my first NFL game. Any advice? Do's and don't's? How's the new stadium? How's the food? Tailgating? How much beer money should I bring?

I'm sorry I'm starting to sound like McAskalot, I'll stop.

[MMcG]

I've got seats for the Pats vs. Jets in two weeks. It's going to be my first NFL game. Any advice? Do's and don't's? How's the new stadium? How's the food? Tailgating? How much beer money should I bring?

I'm sorry I'm starting to sound like McAskalot, I'll stop.



I highly recommend tailgating...perhaps bringing a portable grill. I've heard from a season ticket holder that the new stadium is amazing. Not sure about the food inside....hence the tailgating recommendation. As for beer money...........again consume pre-game, but only in moderation. The worst thing at an NFL game is having to sit next to or in front of some sloshed A**hole who can't control himself (happened to me once at Rich Stadium in Buffalo where the guy behind me pissed his pants during the 3rd quarter........damned piss ran right down the cement from his row directly under my seat........Bastard!)

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When attending an NFL game in the winter months it is best to dress in layers in order to stay warm. Remember you can always remove layers if you get hot......but if you don't bring it you can't add layers on!

How's that for some role reversal! ;D

[gungywump]

I've got seats for the Pats vs. Jets in two weeks. It's going to be my first NFL game. Any advice? Do's and don't's? How's the new stadium? How's the food? Tailgating? How much beer money should I bring?

I'm sorry I'm starting to sound like McAskalot, I'll stop.




When attending an NFL game in the winter months it is best to dress in layers in order to stay warm. Remember you can always remove layers if you get hot......but if you don't bring it you can't add layers on!

How's that for some role reversal! ;D


So you're saying it may be cold? What kind of layers should I wear? Would you recommend some Polypro underwear? How about fleece? Should I bring a windbreaker? What about gloves or mittens? Can I bring a cooler into the game?

[MMcG]

I've got seats for the Pats vs. Jets in two weeks. It's going to be my first NFL game. Any advice? Do's and don't's? How's the new stadium? How's the food? Tailgating? How much beer money should I bring?

I'm sorry I'm starting to sound like McAskalot, I'll stop.




When attending an NFL game in the winter months it is best to dress in layers in order to stay warm. Remember you can always remove layers if you get hot......but if you don't bring it you can't add layers on!

How's that for some role reversal! ;D


So you're saying it may be cold? What kind of layers should I wear? Would you recommend some Polypro underwear? How about fleece? Should I bring a windbreaker? What about gloves or mittens? Can I bring a cooler into the game?


I highly recommend wool for it's warmth and wicking capabilities.

http://www.smartwool.com

I've got seats for the Pats vs. Jets in two weeks. It's going to be my first NFL game. Any advice? Do's and don't's? How's the new stadium? How's the food? Tailgating? How much beer money should I bring?

I'm sorry I'm starting to sound like McAskalot, I'll stop.



The best advice I can give.... Get out of driving.
Everything about Gilette Stadium is great...except they still have the lines for the W.C.

Tailgate early and often. Don't bring anything in the Stadium or you'll end up being Ms. Gungy to some inmates.

Does the place Kahout's mean anything to you CT guys? (I was recently on a business trip through CT and up to NEw Rochelle NY).

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What is the best method for securing new grips?

[Big Game]

Does the place Kahout's mean anything to you CT guys? (I was recently on a business trip through CT and up to NEw Rochelle NY).

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What is the best method for securing new grips?



Oh, I see you saw those tasty billboards. Or as I like to call them the bill-broads. Anyway, Gungy's mother really doesn't work there, but she needed the $$$ and she didn't think modeling a little seductively was "agin' the book."

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To secure one's grips you can:

Use hairspray, Makes it easy to get on. But if grips get wet, grips will get loose.

Use adhesive. but may make a mess.

Use compressed air to create a near-frictionless environment.

Does the place Kahout's mean anything to you CT guys? (I was recently on a business trip through CT and up to NEw Rochelle NY).

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What is the best method for securing new grips?



Oh, I see you saw those tasty billboards. Or as I like to call them the bill-broads. Anyway, Gungy's mother really doesn't work there, but she needed the $$$ and she didn't think modeling a little seductively was "agin' the book."

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To secure one's grips you can:

Use hairspray, Makes it easy to get on. But if grips get wet, grips will get loose.

Use adhesive. but may make a mess.

Use compressed air to create a near-frictionless environment.


Er...Ah..maybe, just hypothetically I got a little closer to the place than just the billboards...the rep I was traveling with heard they had a good luch buffet...

In past I've always used the hair spray trick. Last night I swapped a few parts on a winter bike and thought...the forum is a fine resource for these Q's...

[gungywump]

The best advice I can give.... Get out of driving.
Everything about Gilette Stadium is great...except they still have the lines for the W.C.

Tailgate early and often. Don't bring anything in the Stadium or you'll end up being Ms. Gungy to some inmates.

Does the place Kahout's mean anything to you CT guys? (I was recently on a business trip through CT and up to NEw Rochelle NY).

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What is the best method for securing new grips?



Kahout's sound familiar wasn't/isn't it a strip club??

I find the best method for securing new grips is 3M weatherstrip adhesive. You can get it at most auto supply stores. Hairspray works fairly well too, slippery when wet, tacky when dry, but, doesn't last as long as the adhesive. With the adhesive you usually have to cut the grips off but the glue will come right off the bars for the next set of grips.

[MMcG]

Er...Ah..maybe, just hypothetically I got a little closer to the place than just the billboards...the rep I was traveling with heard they had a good luch buffet...

In past I've always used the hair spray trick. Last night I swapped a few parts on a winter bike and thought...the forum is a fine resource for these Q's...


So the Kahoots idea was all the rep's idea eh NOO!? ;D

And how was that lunch buffet?

The forum is a fine resource for bike related questions and a wonderful opportunity for indivduals to share their wisdom via numerous mountain biking tips that come free of charge!

Now if I could only get one of you guys to come to my house with your tools to help me with my parts swap if and when I find the right FS frame! I'll supply the burgers and beer. :D

[EVIL BOTA]

Gungywump,


Having been a season ticket holder for 9 years .I can give you a few tips. If you have a snow suit,ski pants or any good cold weather gear ,put it on(layers mister). It gets cold at the games this time of year and the wind really whips around inside the stadium. If its a 1:00 game you can get there as early as 10:00am. Bring plent - o - beer and whatever else does it for ya. You can't bring any booze inside .So bring $$ if you plan of drinking inside. Beers are expensive and they stop serving 5 minutes into the 3 rd quater. If your gonna tailgate bring a small grill. Steak tips and buffalo wings are good eats. We use to scramble up some eggs, sausage and onion s and peppers and cook it on the grill with a big ole cast iron pan. Makes for a nice breakfast(good base for boozing). Unless you leave the game early,don't be in a rush to get out of there. Have some chow for after the game also. The staties boot you out around 6:00. Enjoy !

[gungywump]

Thanks Evil!

It's actually the night game(ESPN) so I would assume it will be even colder than the day games.
If you let me know where you're at in the stadium maybe I could buy you a beer at halftime or something.

A Roll-A-Ma-Jig is a device that makes your rear derailler shift better.

[SloMoJo]

Well there you have it boys.
Go Pats!

Drew.....4 turn overs!?
I'm glad some other fan is feelin that pain. ;)

[Big Game]

Oh what a tragedy.

Why? Why? Why?

Usually, after a heartbreaker like this I say, well at least I still have mountainbiking. Unfortunately, with 5 inches of snow and no good tires (and no $$$), it looks like I won't have that for a while either. Oh poor me.

I need a hug.