Originally Posted by bike2math
I would say the lesson is: the minute you aren't ready to repair a flat you will get one. It's been my experience to. Only on the $hitiest days when I'm already a 1/2 hour late will I get a flat. Although, if there was a walmart wasn't there a gas station? Or do you have presta valves and no adapater?
I have presta valves on this bike. The adapter was in the tool bag with the spare tubes in my office. I left all that stuff there cause I had no way of carrying the pump. Most of my commute is somewhat less urban and without nearby gas stations.
I knew what I was doing and took my chances. I just gambled and lost. I did have a backup plan. Besides, it's only 5 miles. Also, I could walk it if I had to. One guy I work with doesn't commute by bicycle because he has nobody to call for a rescue. It isn't just flat tires. If a thunderstorm kicks in right about time to go home, what would he do? Sleep in his office?