Originally Posted by
Riveting
You bring up some very good points about the $$$ saved (that my wife is better off not knowing). I still save $512 is gas savings alone, bike commuting about 2,000 miles a year. I really wish I could get rid of the steel cage, but those four sub-freezing heavy snow months (Dec 1 thru March 31) just wouldn't be reasonably safe on a bike.
$512 is still $512, better in your pocket than elsewhere. It is like getting paid $512 for enjoying yourself. No need to apologize to anyone.