After my trip, I noticed that he didn't even put the valve cap back on the stem after he inflated the tire. I should able to find a replacement at any random auto store, so I guess it's not too much of an issue.
Originally Posted by
Bethany
Hmm..another thought after looking at the pic and the other posts, I wonder if a car hit/backed into your bike w/o you knowing it while at the store.
I certainly hope not, but I suppose it's possible. I didn't notice anything wrong with the wheel when I left the grocery store, but if it was hit -- could it have eventually gotten as worse as it did by the end of the two miles? I'll start locking my bike behind the store, to be safe.
Originally Posted by mechBgon
Anyway, get a front rack and bags, and put your front wheel to work. It's much stronger than the rear because it's not dished, and has a very easy job.
That sounds like a great idea. I checked my frame and there are braze-ons on the front to fit a rack. I'll try to get the rack and bag(s) before I go grocery shopping again.
There are a number of bike shops in Winston-Salem, and I plan on moving there in November so I'll take a look around and ask about a stronger wheel. I don't plan on returning to the bike shop where I bought the Haro.
Thanks,