Originally Posted by americanlt2

This is what I have to replace the past two years on my hybrid bike: bottom bracket $60, replace spokes on rear wheel multiple times $75, rear wheel $50, pedals (twice) $30, tires $30, bike lube $8, inner tubes $20, chain $20,sprocket? $35. Granted my bike is about 10 yrs old so maybe thats why? My car insurance & alcohol machine monitor (a legal requirement) is less than $80 a month. I get around 30-32mpg in my Civic. The novelty of driving again after 10 yrs has worn off & I must say I'm beginning to commute by bike more. I was just trying to point out that bike commuting cost money as well.