That moment you...
11-26-17, 04:17 AM
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That moment you...
... pretty much P*** yourself right before your first skydive.
I would say this is pretty much the same feeling.
Transmission on my truck is going out, can't afford the repairs. I was thinking, 10 miles round trip to work.
Walking to work, would be a great way to save money, lose some weight, and last time I checked my legs
are still perfectly good transportation. On super bad days you city bus it to work and back.
Wife thought maybe #1 this would be time consuming, #2 suggested I get a bike.
So in classic fashion I went out and purchased a bike, before I knew anything, cause something is better than nothing. Am I Right?
1. I did go out and buy a Walmart bike. ( Cause it is all I can afford. )
No doubt my new bike won't be my last, and I know it isn't made of the same DNA as higher grade/quality bikes.
I considered buying used, but with lack of knowledge, thought that may be even more higher risk of getting still a cheap bike, with issues I couldn't see with untrained eyes.
2. This will be my daily commuter starting in about a week. ( Steep learning curve. ^^ )
I have been researching laws, safety, how to prevent my bike being stolen and maintenance.
3. I am optimistic, though I know I am about to go into the bowels of suck.
By law my bike is still a vehicle, so at least I have a vehicle. A nice looking, cheap vehicle.
4. I am hoping to find help, I have to prioritize, with limited resources, and it is going to be hard I am sure.
Maybe someone experienced here is interested in helping a newbie that has no other choice than to walk.
Fire away, I understand if you think I am a completely insane idiot, however any help is greatly appreciated!
SAR1L
I would say this is pretty much the same feeling.
Transmission on my truck is going out, can't afford the repairs. I was thinking, 10 miles round trip to work.
Walking to work, would be a great way to save money, lose some weight, and last time I checked my legs
are still perfectly good transportation. On super bad days you city bus it to work and back.
Wife thought maybe #1 this would be time consuming, #2 suggested I get a bike.
So in classic fashion I went out and purchased a bike, before I knew anything, cause something is better than nothing. Am I Right?
1. I did go out and buy a Walmart bike. ( Cause it is all I can afford. )
No doubt my new bike won't be my last, and I know it isn't made of the same DNA as higher grade/quality bikes.
I considered buying used, but with lack of knowledge, thought that may be even more higher risk of getting still a cheap bike, with issues I couldn't see with untrained eyes.
2. This will be my daily commuter starting in about a week. ( Steep learning curve. ^^ )
I have been researching laws, safety, how to prevent my bike being stolen and maintenance.
3. I am optimistic, though I know I am about to go into the bowels of suck.
By law my bike is still a vehicle, so at least I have a vehicle. A nice looking, cheap vehicle.
4. I am hoping to find help, I have to prioritize, with limited resources, and it is going to be hard I am sure.
Maybe someone experienced here is interested in helping a newbie that has no other choice than to walk.
Fire away, I understand if you think I am a completely insane idiot, however any help is greatly appreciated!
SAR1L
11-26-17, 11:57 AM
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Welcome to Bike Forums!!
Love this post! hahahaha! Check into our commuting section for ideas on a good bike for your needs. You can start a new thread there as well.
Good luck! And thanks for joining!
Love this post! hahahaha! Check into our commuting section for ideas on a good bike for your needs. You can start a new thread there as well.
Good luck! And thanks for joining!
11-26-17, 03:03 PM
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Welcome to Bike Forums. The Commuting forum can help you find the right bike (when you're ready for a new one), bike safety, repairs, locks, lights, how to carry your stuff (change of clothes, lunch, etc), clothing for any weather, etc.
Have fun.
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11-26-17, 04:41 PM
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Above all be safe. The most important things are to be aware of your environment, make sure you are visible to everyone else, and ride predictably. Good luck, and I hope everything works out.
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you're not alone. been there, done that. how far is the ride? what bike did you get?
11-26-17, 06:50 PM
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Welcome. Commuting is fun. It’s a little challenging at the beginning but you’ll be a veteran in a couple weeks. Lots of good advice here to help.
11-26-17, 11:51 PM
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I was able to do it in 65 minutes way up, and 35 min on way back. I am also around 275 - 280 lbs, and out of shape.
Thank you, and I figure except for bad weather days it will only get easier.
11-27-17, 10:11 AM
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Hey!!!!! We all started on a lower priced unit....Study, Look, Learn your Shimano parts as thats what most have, look at pros and cons of each, ABOVE ALL, get one that fits YOU.
