I only have 5. Of course.... I have to fib and leave out the wife's bike and two grandkids bikes to get the number down to 5. I used to recite a nice little explanation as to why I had 5 bikes. You know.... the daily rider, a back-up, a rain bike, etc.. But to be honest... I barely have a use for 3.

I ride 2000 miles plus a year. A couple decent bikes makes good sense. A rain/winter bike with a rack is a nice luxury. I see absolutely nothing wrong with enjoying just owning and occasionally riding a pretty vintage bike that I keep in my cave.

But the 5th bike is surplus. It is the product a late season bicycle restoration and trade. I'll hold it till spring.. then put it up on Craigslist. But... I've also been thinking about maybe selling my winter/rain bike. Then use the revenue from both sales (and maybe some pocket money as well) and buy a cyclocross bike. It never ends.