John B. Herrington : Blog

Laid back in OKC

October 24, 2008
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I took some time while looking for a replacement laptop to try out a couple of recumbent bikes at Pro Bikes. They took some getting used to, but with good coaching from Andy, I kept myself from becoming part of the parking lot pavement. A little twitchy on the steering, but loosen the grip on the handlebars and it is much easier to handle. I'm just afraid I would fall asleep in the reclined position!

I found a replacement at Oklahoma Business Systems. The Baker's have a great store and were super helpful. They provided me a micro HP laptop with a 80 GB hard drive and 512M of RAM. It has all of the bells and whistles I need to support my blogging, including a wireless and video camera! All for the unheard of price of $449! Wow, the price of computers these days. I loaded up all of the software to support my Garmin, including the MapSource software and Training Center for uploading the GPS track and maps for my 705 Edge. The only thing about the laptop that surprises me is just how hot it gets setting on my legs as I type. I need a water cooled cold plate to bring the temp down to something reasonable. It is about 3/4's the size of my IBM and just as functional. So, I am back up and running. Hence the reason yesterday's blog is being typed today. But who's counting... ;o)
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