Nice work Jarery!

I love cycling, I've always biked to work, school and stuff, but the past 4 yrs I've really gotten into it. For me it was the best thing I could have done for my health and even sanity. I can definately tell the difference in mood if I don't ride for 2 days (1day rest day is hard enough!). Naturally I want to share this joyous passtime with my friends and family, but I don't want to seem preachy or try to shame people into it. I've chosen to convince by example...with a little prodding.

I got a bonus at work, it was unexpected so when my wife asked what I was going to spend it on, I said that I'd like to buy her a bike if she wanted one. I made it clear that SHE was buying a bike, she was buying the bike that SHE wanted and felt comfortable on. I helped her pick it out and decide between a couple different models. We bought it the next day. She now rides with me a couple days each week and she even rides the trainer a couple more days per week. I'm very happy that i can share this part of my life with her.

Last year and this year I've planned a bike tour and invited my friends along. 2 takers last year, 3 this year. I have also organized a couple rides to the local farmers' market, it's about 3 miles each way, but it's fun to roll down the street with 5 of your closest friends, even if it is at 8mph.

I know what you're saying though Jarery, while you have gotten yourself into more riding, I have gained maintence duties on a total of 7 bikes now. I just wish I was better at it. It's all worth it though.