Originally Posted by
old's'cool
I've been unemployed an looking for work since mid-October. I've been continuing to ride as much as possible, the main impediment being the weather (not a big fan of riding when it is below freezing, wet or snowy - takes the enjoyment out of it for me). Nevertheless, I've probably been racking up 100+ miles/week, on average.
The silver lining of unemployment, at least in my case, is I'm able to search jobs throughout the country, with paid relocation; and able to factor in climate and bike commute-ability in my selection. Currently I have a few prospects in the South, so I'm pretty hopeful that something will work out soon. My preferred commute is 10-15 miles one way, on country or arterial roads, so that is something I look at when researching housing near prospective jobs.
Good luck with your prospects.
Moving with jobs can be exciting and bring a new perspective on things.
During my unemployment period, I received on average 2-3 calls per week from recruiters with jobs all over the world. I had "been there, done that" for 25 years and no longer have any desire to move. It was certainly exciting for a couple of decades (and allowed me to tolerate the work by keeping things fresh) - I got to see the world and experience living in the Middle East, North Africa, Canada and all over the US during that time. Now, 25 years and more than 20 moves later, I'm done
