Originally Posted by
u235
Most accidents are within 5 miles of your home. I go 5 miles away then start to avoid that additional risk.
I've discovered that riding your bike drastically increases wear and tear on components.
A lot of schmucks go through 2-3 chains and sets of tires alone
every single year. Not only does that cost hundreds of dollars, but their tires look like carp. But if you don't ride your bike, those tires will still look like new 12 months later!
It's great for resale value too -- you'll easily get twice as much if your bike looks new than if it's dinged up. KA-CHING!
