Originally Posted by
smellincoffee
Today was my first time commuting -- that is, using the bike to GET somewhere rather than just riding for enjoyment. I've been wanting to start for a while, but keep finding excuse after excuse.
Congratulations SC, it sounds like you're going to enjoy it. But please get the handlebars fixed soon whatever it takes. They shouldn't need periodic tightening and the last thing you need is the bars coming loose on a commute.