JamesNahikian 0 #26 October 18, 2002 FWIW I've never eaten a krispy Kreme. but I confess to Big Mac. My S.O. really ran Antarctica twice. (heck, I'm not contemplating doing it and I jump off of stuff.) Plus, she's a "Fellow" of the American Bar Association (my country's national representative body of attorneys). She graduated college at age 18--most people here do this at 22--and law school at 21--most people here do this from age 25-7 (she graduated from Harvard University Law School, which is a preeminent legal institution here. not bad for a janitor's kid; I'm a public school kid, though, my mom was only a cleaning lady) Dying to tell you my Suomi College story but it's probably best to relate in person. Someday we'll connect, I'm sure. D. James Nahikian CHICAGO Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #27 October 18, 2002 >Dying to tell you my Suomi College story but it's probably best >to relate in person. Someday we'll connect, I'm sure. I'll be sure to look you up during my world tour of DZs. Don't hold your breath though, the financing of the tour isn't exactly complete yet... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #28 October 18, 2002 Nah, they look like a giant carpet sweeper. Extreame embarrasment, whats wrong with a cycle? (Also saw it on Frasier it suited Niles).When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #29 October 18, 2002 >Extreame embarrasment, whats wrong witha cycle? > (Also saw it on Frasier it suited Niles). That alone is reason enough not to buy one... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #30 October 18, 2002 My thoughts exactly! When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluefingers 0 #31 October 18, 2002 Quote I'll be sure to look you up during my world tour of DZs. and you ARE going to come and visit ALL the members of the breakfast club posters right?nod your head and say yes Kerry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #32 October 18, 2002 "nod your head and say yes " Say yes Erno, ....-------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #33 October 18, 2002 Yes yes! I'm still waiting to win that lottery though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swarley 0 #34 October 18, 2002 "If these become affordable would you consider buying one?" I'm waiting for the next model with the "Z axis" option which allows transportation to 10,000 feet. Steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riddler 0 #35 July 1, 2003 *bump* Segways now available on amazon.com. At $5,000, they aren't exactly targeting the mass consumer market. I can get a very nice used motorcycle for that which goes a lot faster.Trapped on the surface of a sphere. XKCD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueEyedMonster 0 #36 July 1, 2003 Ultimate in human laziness. The technology is great, but should be put to a better use Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #37 July 2, 2003 fart·lek ( P ) Pronunciation Key (färtlk) n. An athletic training technique, used especially in running, in which periods of intense effort alternate with periods of less strenuous effort in a continuous workout. A workout using this technique. -------------------- Maybe I come from the wrong planet, but I had to go & look that word up. Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andy2 0 #38 July 2, 2003 the idea is simply interesting. In practical use the vehicle itself is wonky. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #39 July 2, 2003 This is weird. When I was little my grandparents had all these MAD magazines from the late 50's and early 60s. They had been bought by my uncle Tom when he was a kid. One of them had a spoof about how lazy Americans were becoming & how little exercise they get. And it extrapolated how it would be in the future: People would stop walking entirely, and just get around on little single-person carts. They showed how people would evolve until they got so fat they looked like Weebils, and their legs would shrink up like vestigial organs. shit, it's actually starting to happen! Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andy2 0 #40 July 2, 2003 we always knew the writers/editors of MAD magazine should be elevated to a god-like status. Now we have a reason, they see into the future! --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #41 July 2, 2003 QuoteUltimate in human laziness. The technology is great, but should be put to a better use likek how to beam us up to 15,000 AGL with out the flight(although I love the ride up)My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joshjumps 0 #42 July 2, 2003 Quotei think its just plain laziness!! doesn't it just go as fast as a brisk walk??? now you can eat your big mac and not have to worry about loosing those wonderful calories Actually I've ridden one, not only was it quick but extremely manuverable. You would have to be running pretty fast to keep up with one of these. Josh Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
