The morning commute was a bit slow going at times
but the Racing Commuter rolled on like the champ that it is
Winter came back Tuesday morning with a vengeance. Had to shovel the driveway 3 times before hoping on the bike to get to work. I have been commuting for 19 years now, no car at all, haven’t owned one. And I am always glad that I am on my bike rather than in a car. But days like Tuesday make it even more enjoyable. Sure you need to worry about traffic a little more even though everyone is going slower. I typically alter my route so I don’t need to worry about those sliding cars or careless drivers as much. Back to Tuesday, after working my way over unplowed roads and paths I made it to work only to have the power go out for the next 5 hours. At first we were working (what work we could do) by headlamp. Then we pulled the generator out and were able to get some lighting in the service department. At the end of the day I was excited to get back on my bike for the commute home. The rain/snow had let up but I still suited up in my rain gear and made my way home around and through both puddles and snow banks. A very fun day of commuting. I’d like to say “here’s to another 19 years,” but I’m not sure how much longer it will last. Melissa and I have a kid coming in 5 weeks and perhaps a that means a second car. Sure we’ll have the trailer but I think my streak will come to an end before I get another 19 years.
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