I just realized that I have never posted about a crazy Fuji encounter I had in the fall of 2012.
On a beautiful sunny day I rode a Bikes at Work trailer back to my friend's house from whom I had borrowed it. The trailer was empty, and even though it was quite a distance (at least 20 miles I think), it was an easy pull. Being empty, it also kept my reflective "FUJI CAZY" license plate in full view. It is thanks to that license plate that I can even tell this story.
I was riding along Susquehanna Avenue, minding my own business (in the bike lane), when suddenly a car pulled over in front of me. It was obvious the driver had something to say. So, I slowed down, and prepared my defenses as my imagination began producing all sorts of scenarios.
He exited the driver's side door with a beaming smile. Thankfully there was nothing to defend. He immediately asked, "Why are you so Fuji Crazy?" I couldn't believe it. I was astounded, but its a pretty simple answer, so I matter of factly replied, "because I could find these older bikes inexpensively but they are a good, quality bike." The conversation didn't really get much beyond that, but he took a quick pic, and gave me his card.
As he drove away with a friendly wave, I read his card... "president of Advanced Sports Intl." which is the company that owns Fuji!
Turns out he knew my friend too. It really is a small world after all.
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