Tales of an Aspergian Bus Driver

Bike mileage

I've mentioned in the past that I figure I put 1000-2000 miles on my bike a year, just based on chain wear & other such things.

I have a little trip computer now... and I do indeed put that sort of mileage on my bike. I've had it for under a week, and already have put 35 miles on. I'm well on track for 40-50 miles a week, just going to class/work/Stonebrook/etc. This doesn't count any long late night bike rides I do...

The logic for the trip computer is to help save money, interestingly enough. I tend to catch chain stretch after it's gone too far and has ripped up the gears on the rear cassette. If I change it earlier, I won't need to replace the rear gearset. A new rear gearset costs $20 or so... so it pays for itsself in one chain replacement.

Also, on the topic of biking, would anyone else be interested in biking up to Stonebrook on Sunday mornings? A gaggle of bikes would be interesting, more fun than riding alone, and generally environmentally responsible (and healthy!). I know that a few other people bike, but I've only seen 3 or 4 bikes at the 2nd service. I'm sure more people want to get out in the fresh morning air before & after the service...

-=Russ=-

Posted by rgraves at October 11, 2004 03:24 PM