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06-16-03, 10:08 AM
Well, I think I got everything I need for commuting until it gets cold again. I got multiple sets of shorts, bright cool max t-shirts, clear pull over rain coat, head light, flashing tail light, tubes, patch kit, pump, water pack, multi tool, wet grease, dry grease, extra pack that attaches to seat post if needed, and regular water bottle. Of course helmet and gloves from mountain biking.
As for nights, I'm gonna drive. I can't risk being up for 24 hours straight then trying to ride home. With my weird schedule of 2, 12 hour day shifts followed by 2, 12 hour night shifts, most of the day during my first night shift I am awake. After the second day shift I still go to be early, and you can only sleep in so late. I do plan to ride still. I figure I can ride into town to get a newspaper. The round trip is roughly the same distance as my commute. With different roads, it'll be a nice change of pace. If I get to sleep during my first night shift, I'll do the same the next day. Being a paramedic, night shifts can be nothing more than being paid to sleep or I may be busy the whole night. I figure this is the best thing for me and my body. I guess it's time to start saving up for the winter gear now.
As for nights, I'm gonna drive. I can't risk being up for 24 hours straight then trying to ride home. With my weird schedule of 2, 12 hour day shifts followed by 2, 12 hour night shifts, most of the day during my first night shift I am awake. After the second day shift I still go to be early, and you can only sleep in so late. I do plan to ride still. I figure I can ride into town to get a newspaper. The round trip is roughly the same distance as my commute. With different roads, it'll be a nice change of pace. If I get to sleep during my first night shift, I'll do the same the next day. Being a paramedic, night shifts can be nothing more than being paid to sleep or I may be busy the whole night. I figure this is the best thing for me and my body. I guess it's time to start saving up for the winter gear now.