Originally Posted by
Jaz123
I was going to use the bike to commute around because parking is such a pain but yea the buses come pretty often. I asked a person at the bike shop about this and they suggested I either ask to pay another deposit for possible damage to the walls or use a bike bag so they might not know what's in the bag and it won't mark up the walls. The parents might soften to the idea later once I gain their trust.
Sounds like some good suggestions here. I do agree that one they gain your trust and like you, it will be easier for them to say yes. That will take a few months- be a great renter.
How much would bus commute cost you per month-100? That could be the deposit and you'd be ahead after 1 month.
Space an issue? My bike is in a long hallway into my place and I had to turn sideways to get around the handlebar. I bought a bike storage unit that leans against the wall and stores one bike over the other. I stored the bike on the upper hook. Bike is now out of the way, even though it's really in the same spot. Damage potential? - I like the bike bag suggestion, too.
You said you put an ad in craigslist. Look in craigslist under housing--parking/storage for other people's ads. Put a note in neighbors doorsteps asking about renting a sliver in their area. I live in the city and have a parking spot. I get notes about people asking if it's available for rent.