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The Mad King Pepe'
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Re: Moving to D.C. area for work
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January 28, 2012, 06:42:22 AM »
Quote from: ducatiz on January 27, 2012, 05:26:52 PM
I had to get a damn learner's permit.
Riding after nearly 25 years with a learner's permit.
Hah, been there, done that!
I didn't have (or know anyone with) a bike when I moved here from Italy...
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Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on January 28, 2012, 06:42:22 AM
Hah, been there, done that!
I didn't have (or know anyone with) a bike when I moved here from Italy...
that must have been a shock. the streets in Roma are lousy with bikes and scoots. stopping at a light is a lesson for Americans, the bikes all filter to the front and fill up the entire row..lol
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Re: Moving to D.C. area for work
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Quote from: ducatiz on January 28, 2012, 02:47:23 PM
that must have been a shock. the streets in Roma are lousy with bikes and scoots. stopping at a light is a lesson for Americans, the bikes all filter to the front and fill up the entire row..lol
Except possibly on a Sunday morning in August?
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Re: Moving to D.C. area for work
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January 31, 2012, 05:36:07 AM »
I appreciate everyone's help.
I found a place in Arlington which has a free shuttle bus to the metro line that gets me right into my office. Right now I figured a six month lease would suffice with the option to extend it later at no charge. This complex even has covered parking for the Monster. I'm definitely pumped.
At some point I am going to need to make my way over to the Virginia DMV and get the registration and license out of the way. I'll make sure not to leave the building without the motorcycle endorsement!
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Some nice places in Arlington and you're close to DC and close to getting the hell away from DC.
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Quote from: Curmudgeon on January 28, 2012, 03:06:38 PM
Except possibly on a Sunday morning in August?
This is more like it (start at 3:20)!
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First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Socialist.
Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Trade Unionist.
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Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on January 31, 2012, 03:02:31 PM
This is more like it (start at 3:20)!
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Even more frightening when it's moving!
Paris is PD scary too!!! No way I'd tackle either on a bike. CRUNCH
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Quote from: timeforpoptarts on January 31, 2012, 05:36:07 AM
I appreciate everyone's help.
I found a place in Arlington which has a free shuttle bus to the metro line that gets me right into my office. Right now I figured a six month lease would suffice with the option to extend it later at no charge. This complex even has covered parking for the Monster. I'm definitely pumped.
At some point I am going to need to make my way over to the Virginia DMV and get the registration and license out of the way. I'll make sure not to leave the building without the motorcycle endorsement!
Yah for Arlington.
There are lots of nice parks and trails(running, cycling) that lead into Old Town Alexandria, DC and MD. Don't ask me how I know.
Quote from: ducatiz on January 31, 2012, 02:42:24 PM
Some nice places in Arlington and you're close to DC and close to getting the hell away from DC.
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Too far from the good roads for me. But it does have the Rhodeside which I hear is still hanging on, but it's days may be numbered. - Gene
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Re: Moving to D.C. area for work
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Quote from: timeforpoptarts on January 31, 2012, 05:36:07 AM
I appreciate everyone's help.
I found a place in Arlington which has a free shuttle bus to the metro line that gets me right into my office. Right now I figured a six month lease would suffice with the option to extend it later at no charge. This complex even has covered parking for the Monster. I'm definitely pumped.
At some point I am going to need to make my way over to the Virginia DMV and get the registration and license out of the way. I'll make sure not to leave the building without the motorcycle endorsement!
Nice find! Good luck and keep us posted.
I don't know what everyone thinks of Coleman Powersports in Falls Church... but they've got a Ducati Master Mechanic if you need work done. Right now he's got a four day backlog. Meh.
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Quote from: billschusteriv on March 13, 2012, 11:57:35 AM
Nice find! Good luck and keep us posted.
I don't know what everyone thinks of Coleman Powersports in Falls Church... but they've got a Ducati Master Mechanic if you need work done. Right now he's got a four day backlog. Meh.
I just bought a brand new helmet from Coleman in Falls Church. It was definitely busy, but its great that there is a wrench that close to me. Previously I had to drive nearly two hours for a good one in Jersey. I am not sure if I am hearing things because of the new helmet, but last night when the clutch is pulled and in neutral this constant sound is something I haven't noticed before. Very low vibration.
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Anyone have a family physician, dentist, that they would recommend in the NOVA area? I'm in Arlington, but I don't mind traveling a bit if its a quality practice.
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Re: Moving to D.C. area for work
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Quote from: timeforpoptarts on April 03, 2012, 07:12:36 AM
Anyone have a family physician, dentist, that they would recommend in the NOVA area? I'm in Arlington, but I don't mind traveling a bit if its a quality practice.
I've had really good experiences with Matt Gialanella@ Virginia Dental Center. They are located in Arlington, within walking distance of Whole Foods.
http://www.virginiadentalcenter.com/
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Quote from: gwjcat on April 03, 2012, 08:21:33 AM
I've had really good experiences with Matt Gialanella@ Virginia Dental Center. They are located in Arlington, within walking distance of Whole Foods.
http://www.virginiadentalcenter.com/
Awesome, thanks. Even though I'm not a fan of going to the dentist since insurance covers some of the fees I figure I should take advantage of it.
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