en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/564987 Comments by CLaPine http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/04/14/rational-bohemian-8-do-we-come-with-the-car/#IDComment68754618 I really enjoyed the book, and I'm glad I finally made the time to read it. Thanks for the tip about BlogHer. I'll look into it! Sun, 18 Apr 2010 23:00:55 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/04/14/rational-bohemian-8-do-we-come-with-the-car/#IDComment68754618 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/04/14/rational-bohemian-8-do-we-come-with-the-car/#IDComment68754479 This was actually why I relished my former role as a features writer. I understood the subtleties of a relationship with a car, and found ways to articulate them, in a way that wasn't being done. I don't really think a female perspective is different; stereotypically, we might prefer different cars, but all the women I've met in the industry have tastes as varied as the men. However, I think the average female reader is more open to automotive writing from a female writer. My example of the gay community was a touchy one, and I'm glad it wasn't misinterpreted. Why does a gay automotive site such as Gaywheels need to exist? In addition to the car reviews, there's content that the community cares about, such as information about gay-friendly manufacturers. I think Joe LaMuraglia did a fantastic job finding and defining his niche. Do women need their own site? Probably not. However, as a writer and as a car buyer, I'm a lot more likely to consider a car like the Fusion Hybrid, knowing its most unique feature was designed by a female engineer. Sun, 18 Apr 2010 22:59:23 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/04/14/rational-bohemian-8-do-we-come-with-the-car/#IDComment68754479 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/02/21/avoidable-contact-31-automotive-journalism-is-a-joke-and-it-needs-a-punchline/#IDComment57965161 "...and then drive home in twenty-year-old GTIs with ironic stickers covering the tailgate." Now turn the knife counterclockwise. Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:53:50 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/02/21/avoidable-contact-31-automotive-journalism-is-a-joke-and-it-needs-a-punchline/#IDComment57965161 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/01/21/rational-bohemian-5-fed-up-with-tigers/#IDComment54027943 Women whose imagination is sparked by classic cars tend to romanticize the experience, I think. The GTI's a '91. It's almost there! Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:33:53 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/01/21/rational-bohemian-5-fed-up-with-tigers/#IDComment54027943 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/01/21/rational-bohemian-5-fed-up-with-tigers/#IDComment54027618 That's a fair point, and I did consider it; that's why I was so amused the car in question showed up on eBay just as I was finishing up this story. I think I might have to make a return trip to the Volo Auto Museum in Illinois--they've got tons of gems in the collection. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:32:01 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/01/21/rational-bohemian-5-fed-up-with-tigers/#IDComment54027618 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/01/25/rich-corinthian-leather-jaguars-belle-du-jour/#IDComment54027284 Welcome aboard! I look forward to reading more. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:29:52 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2010/01/25/rich-corinthian-leather-jaguars-belle-du-jour/#IDComment54027284 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47756116 I'm surprised I haven't seen you yet! Fri, 18 Dec 2009 05:09:10 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47756116 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47756085 I can't wait to get on some empty streets and take some pictures. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 05:08:50 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47756085 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47756047 Sweet! It'll be a nice change of pace. Good luck with the move! Fri, 18 Dec 2009 05:08:23 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47756047 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47755915 The Metra was one of the (many) factors in our decision to move downtown, and it makes my life much easier. Thanks for reading! Fri, 18 Dec 2009 05:06:14 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47755915 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47754732 I know of Leno's fondness of cars, of course, but wasn't aware of his viewpoint on the evolution of transportation. That's really interesting -- thanks! Fri, 18 Dec 2009 04:48:16 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47754732 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47754639 Thanks to both! I take some liberties when describing my relationship with my car; it takes some restraint to avoid constantly referring to the car as "she." Fri, 18 Dec 2009 04:46:42 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/12/13/rational-bohemian-4-on-the-rails/#IDComment47754639 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/11/03/prepare-to-believe-a-weekend-with-the-2010-hyundai-genesis-coupe-sport-and-the-2010-kia-soul-sport/#IDComment42467740 Much appreciated, Ben. Sun, 8 Nov 2009 17:09:47 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/11/03/prepare-to-believe-a-weekend-with-the-2010-hyundai-genesis-coupe-sport-and-the-2010-kia-soul-sport/#IDComment42467740 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/11/03/prepare-to-believe-a-weekend-with-the-2010-hyundai-genesis-coupe-sport-and-the-2010-kia-soul-sport/#IDComment42467639 Hey, Dr_Awesome, I appreciate that you took the time to read the story and offer a thoughtful response. I thought the juxtaposition of the two cars with the museum was too interesting to ignore, and I had a fabulous time researching and writing. I do take issue with your assertion that "everyone loves William Shatner"; though I've got plenty of geek cred, Star Trek isn't my thing. I also consider the "Esquire" comparison something of a compliment. That said, I am keeping your feedback in mind as I work on my next column. Thanks for reading. Sun, 8 Nov 2009 17:08:32 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/11/03/prepare-to-believe-a-weekend-with-the-2010-hyundai-genesis-coupe-sport-and-the-2010-kia-soul-sport/#IDComment42467639 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34953111 They're so cheerful and optimistic during the pledge drives, too! That's what really gets me. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:52:03 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34953111 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34953036 Jeff, I'm such a sucker for the OEM look, I've always kept my tape player in the factory location. I used to have a flat-face CD deck lower in the console, but the sliding face mechanism wore out, I couldn't find a suitable replacement, and I was tired of carrying CDs in the car, anyway. I bought a newer OEM deck so I could run an iPod adapter down to the lower console. The radio tuner doesn't really work, though. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:51:10 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34953036 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34952888 Thanks! Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:48:59 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34952888 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34952874 Oh, so that does exist. And here I thought I was being clever and innovative. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:48:49 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34952874 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34952766 "How far from a normal life (whatever that is) are you willing to let cars take you?" Exactly. I grapple with this every damn day. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:47:03 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/09/16/rational-bohemian-3-aural-pleasure/#IDComment34952766 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/07/29/ssl-event-coverage-2009-pikes-peak-international-hill-climb/#IDComment28752172 Superb work, Adam! Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:11:58 +0000 http://www.speedsportlife.com/2009/07/29/ssl-event-coverage-2009-pikes-peak-international-hill-climb/#IDComment28752172