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dobovedo
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Bikes: 2009 Specialized Roubaix Pro; 2009 Specialized Tricross Sport; 2009 Specialized Rockhopper 29er Comp; 2006 Flyte Arsenal; 2001 Bianchi Reparto Corse Boron XL; 2007 Raleigh One Way; 1986 Raleigh Alyeska Touring

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1) What motivates you to commute by bike?
Driving my car puts me in a bad mood.

2) How often do you commute by bike?
I aimed for 80% commuting last year and did 83%. This year I'm aiming for 85%.

3) Do you commute no matter what the weather?
Temps don't matter. Wind/rain don't matter. I don't currently do ice/snow. Commuter with wider tires will mean I only don't do ice. Lightning/hail will stop me, but I usually wait out the storm and then just get wet.

4) How far is your commute?
10 miles.

5) Do you drive a car?
If so, how often?

Work related: As little as possible. Once every week or two
Other errands: usually I drive due to wearing cycling clothes, locking up the bike, shoes w/ cleats, etc., but I am changing over to more cycling.

6)Does your cycling supplement normal driving chores/trips?
Yes? not sure I understood the question

7) What kind of bike do you commute with?
1 of 2 geared road bikes now. Road geometry ss/fg commuter soon.

8) Approximately how much was it?
$1000 used and $3500 new.

9) Why do you use the type of bike you do?
That's what I use for my other riding.

10) Do you ride a bike other then for commuting?
Yep, hence the answer to #9.

11) What kind of bike do you ride for your other riding?
Same.

12) How long have you been riding a bike?
6 years 'this time around' (after many years of not riding).

13) What accessories do you use for commuting specifically?
Very few. Lights when needed (1 tail, 2 or 3 head/helmet).

14) Are there any accessories you would like? (That exist or don't exist)
Nope. I prefer minimalist approach.

15) How often do you perform maintenance on your bike?
As little as needed. I tend towards less-frequent but thorough cleaning/maintenance rather than regular quick cleaning.

16) Do you carry any supplies with you for repairs?
Spare tube/CO2 and a multi-tool only.

17) What do you carry with you on your commute?
How do you carry it?

Most of my daily office needs (clothes, lunch, etc.) are kept at the office. I do carry a laptop in a briefcase a couple times a week. I may replace my briefcase with a laptop friendly backpack.

18) Do you ride to work in your work clothes, or cycling clothes?
Cycling clothes, always. I often add training or group ride miles before or after my commute.

19) Do you keep hygienic supplies at work?
Yes. No shower available, but I do keep liquid soap, washclothes, etc. under a sink in the men's room. I also keep first aid and other supplies.

20) Do you keep extra clothes and shoes at work?
About 2 weeks worth and I have access to coin-op washer/dryer thanks to apartments upstairs.

21) How long is your bike unattended during a given work day?
It is right behind my desk.

22) Have you ever had a bike stolen?
As pertains to this survey, no... But my primary bike was stolen back in college.

23) Was the bike locked properly?
No. It was next to a very large and scary looking dog, who was very much not scary.

24) Was the lock cut/broken?
n/a

25) How do you feel about the general state of the commuter market today, are you satisfied with the products offered for commuters?
I am in the market for a commuter specific bike to use instead of my road bikes. I was shocked and elated to find out how wide the range of choices are.

26) What factors do you feel keep potential commuters from commuting?
The only factor that keeps potential commuters from commuting is not giving it an honest, thorough try. Any other 'factors' are merely excuses.
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