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Many thanks to the Velvet Hammer for his time, knowledge and use of tools in addressing the multiple mechanical difficulties that plagued the Deuce over the last few months. The failure of components on a vehicle that has 230000+ miles is expected but never enthusiastically received. Fortunately, these recent issues have been relatively simple repairs that your procrastinating author turned a blind eye towards. In addition to these repairs, the purchase of new tires has extended the useful life of this proud vehicle.

What does this mean to you, loyal reader? Not much, since most of you own your own cars and a healthy fear of riding in the passenger seat.

Please note though, while the Deuce isn’t aestheically pleasing, it does get adequate gas mileage and isn’t terribly uncomfortable for short trips. With the end of cyclocross season upon us, and the stories of signifigant amounts of snowfall in the mountains, the time to buckle up the boots is here. Expect the Deuce to be found in parking lots at the base of Mary Jane, Loveland, Arapahoe Basin, Eldora?, and assorted trailheads. (Never at the base of Vail, because as we all know, Vail sucks.) There is room for two in the cab, a working CD player, and increased reliability for anyone that needs a ride.

It also means that the residents of the Chalet (novice telemarkers!) need to get the cameras out to record the rematch of the Deuce with the non traditional winter entrance to their driveway. Get a tow strap for that Tacoma!