When the first diamond frame bicycles became popular in the 1890s they were often called "wheels" - the national cycling association was called the "League of American Wheelmen." We have moved from "wheels" to "bikes," but the bicycles have remained remarkably the same over more than 100 years - elegant in their efficiency and simplicity. And many of the issues that we think are new? They were around then too.
Saturday, July 30, 2016
Sometimes the Bike Commuter is Lucky
Slightly threatening weather - clouds, anyway
For the past several days, the promised or likely weather was always a little bicycle commuter unfriendly. I don't let that bother me or keep me from commuting by bike. For one thing, the promise of some rain doesn't necessarily mean it will be raining during the commute!
Even if it is raining some, a bit with well-fitted fenders like this makes it not so bad
Thursday afternoon I did ride in the rain, but for about a quarter mile - the rain squall was going one way and I was going another.
Commuting every day, it may be twice a year that I find myself completely soaked in a driving rain while commuting. Part of the adventure, and I try to be prepared for it.
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