Well, I got my new rear wheel. A double-wall, 36 spoke 700C wheel with 2.0 spokes on it. To ensure I don't break another spoke, I altered my route a bit to avoid a concrete bridge that has several 2-4 inch wide gaps on either side of the bridge. Now, my commute is 7.5 miles each way. I am loving the extra mileage!

Today was HOT! 76 degrees with 92% relative humidity. Yesterday was a scorcher too. 97 Degrees with a heat index around 105. Man was that hot!

This is my fourth week commuting. I have only taken my car one day (had to pick up my kids from school). My boss has mentioned he might consider commuting as well. We are thinking about moving and one thing he assured me is that our new building would have a locker room and showers to encourage commuters. Not bad, huh?

I have had more people come up to me in the parking lot saying how much they wish they could do it. I plan to go to each one and help them to see just how easy it is. Who knows...might convert another commuter!

Chris
Houston