Commuting - Unthinkable

I did the unthinkable today and left my bike at home. I ran to work today, yes I did. I know I hate running and that running sucks. But one of the guys in the local bike club said bones can get soft if you only bike. And also for CAP I have to run for PT, and biking I have found, is not the best for running muscles. So I ran to work. It is only about 1.5 mi, so it wasn't to hard. But now I have to go home and console my bike. I have to name my bike too, she is feeling neglected. I'M COMING SWEETIE!!!!!

Fubar,
That's OK. I have it on good authority that bikes do not get jealous if you run or walk. They know that is not practical for longer distances and that you will be back. Just take a little ride around the block when you get home. On the other hand, it ticks them off when you drive.
Rainman:D

I like running and even taught a friend--MANY years ago--to run, and he went on to run a couple of marathons (successfully). But I've always been afraid of the huge potential for joint injury. Really brisk walking gives the same benefit with a lot less stress. I believe speedwalking does the same, if you can stand the curious stares (which cyclists are probably used to, anyhow).

Are you going to name your bike after a movie star? :)

I guess I'll be in BIG trouble tomorrow. We are having a pot luck lunch. I work for a small company with only 25 employees. I'm afraid I'll have to drive because I haven't figured out how to balance a cassarole dish on my bike rack.

How do bikes rebel when neglected? Broken chain, flat tire??? ;)

Ron

RainmanP, I have not driven yet. I am avoiding the dreaded car. I haven't used it more than once this year to get to work. I hope she doesn't get mad for running, I'll have to take her out this afternoon.

Originally posted by RonH
I guess I'll be in BIG trouble tomorrow. We are having a pot luck lunch. I work for a small company with only 25 employees. I'm afraid I'll have to drive because I haven't figured out how to balance a cassarole dish on my bike rack.
Ron

Hey, Ron, I bring in casseroles on bike. In fact, I bring in my famous bean soups in the electric crock pot - five miles to work.

Strap a milk crate to your rear carrier and put the casserole dish in it. Put a towel under the dish for stability. Duct tape on the lid helps too. Works like a charm.

Mike, you are full of tricks. Try it ronH, 5 bucks says it works.

Maybe instead of endangering my wife's casserole dish, :( I'll stop somewhere along the way and bring in a box of HOT wings. :p

Ron

But Ron, if you do want to stick to home-cooked, why not invest in one of those SuperSeal, RubberMaid, or similar brands of heavy plastic container with the lid that stays on even upside down? They're great, and they are microwave proof, too. I've carried those, sideways in a backpack or pannier, on my bikes many times with nary an accident. And of course, no breakage!

Fubar,

Your bike may not get jealous, but if you drive, take it from me:
you will get a strange sensation that you are speeding, though you are only going 25 miles per hour.

You're right Pete.