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Tube Friendly Speakers
i'm a big fan of Spendors when match with tubes, but not so much the newer line. look for a used pair of 7/1's, 1/2's or 2/3's - you'll be amazed! 
FM radio for biking?
i've been very happy with my panisonic model that straps to your arm. the stock headphones are aweful, i use the Sony ear buds with good success.i compared this combo to the walkman, and found this to be a much better performer... 
The partner or wife factor
wow, amazing how similar the stories are! we all seem to have partners that are reasonably tolerant of our systems, but it's rare that one shares in the enjoyment. My wife does listen to the system, and likes it, but probably keeps it in better co... 
SF Line 3 vs. Rogue 99
yup, it's all about Craig. he's got it nailed. the Line 3 is great, but don't settle for the line 1 or 2... 
SF Power 1s with Thiel CS 2.3s Enuf Pwr?
i've had a lot of Thiels in my day (1.2, 1.5, 2 2, 2.3, 3.6). one thing they ALL have in common is that they NEED power to control the bass. i started with a Forte' 4 amp (50 wpc), then went to a CJ 11a (70 wpc), then to Threshold T-400 (150wpc). ... 
New Visitor Confused Over Upgrade
i wanted to post a derogatory comment, but thankfully my fellow Audiogoners have “taken care of business”! get the heck off the board, man! 
Sonic Frontiers Line 2 Vs BAT VK-30
defintly the sonic frontiers, no doubt about it. no, wait...actually, the BAT VK-30 is the best! can't get better than that! well, gosh...maybe the SF... well, maybe it depends on what gear you associate them with! what a concept...