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Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

TransMonk Aug 02 2012 07:39 AM

The one-stop shop for all things regarding staying upright on non-motorized vehicles. You can post pics of your bikes, talk about your favorite routes, post your daily or monthly distances...or whatever you like about bikes.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Aug 02 2012 07:50 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Been riding a lot lately including to & from work. Invested in a pair of fingerless gloves and its made a difference. Also, a bell. My crank is a little squeaky.

The Second Spitter Aug 02 2012 07:56 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Since we started a new thread, I'd like to draw attention to my effort from this morning in case you missed it in the running thread.

TransMonk Aug 02 2012 08:11 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

A bell is invaluable. I find myself angry at other bikers that don't have or use theirs. My bike is essentially my car...it is my main mode of transportation around town. I bike to work, to softball, to the bar, to friends' houses. The only time I drive a car is to run errands where things need to be picked up on weekends (groceries, etc.) and if I'm leaving town to visit other cities. I have a 1986 Raleigh Technium 440 that has curb-picked Frankenstein parts. A friend put it together for me about 3 years ago. I love it because it fits me perfectly, but it is falling apart and really needs to be overhauled. Two weeks ago, I bought a new Raleigh Detour City Sport, which is a bit heavier, but has the fenders, rack and more speeds which make it a great communter bike. I have a Brooks B17 saddle on order. When it comes in, I'm going to go back to the bike shop and get it installed and have them properly fit the bike to me. I've had some back and hip pain while riding it. I'll post pics once it's complete with the saddle. My town has hundreds of miles of bike paths and I've been putting in between 25-50 miles on Saturday mornings.

TransMonk Aug 02 2012 08:14 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

The Second Spitter wrote: Since we started a new thread, I'd like to draw attention to my effort from this morning in case you missed it in the running thread. Nice pace! That's much faster than me. My best is about 87K in 4 hours. I'm happy if I average better than a 3 minute kilometer. My bikes aren't really built for speed. If I feel like dropping a grand next summer, a speedy road bike will be my next purchase.

The Second Spitter Aug 02 2012 08:34 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

TransMonk wrote: Since we started a new thread, I'd like to draw attention to my effort from this morning in case you missed it in the running thread. Nice pace! That's much faster than me. My best is about 87K in 4 hours. I'm happy if I average better than a 3 minute kilometer. My bikes aren't really built for speed. If I feel like dropping a grand next summer, a speedy road bike will be my next purchase. If you want a good cheap bike, check out wiggle.co.uk. Even with freight, their prices are incomparable to anywhere in the world . I bought new Pinarello with Dura Ace last year for $3,500. It retails for about $7,800 in the bike shops here. I'm entered in a race in November (Sydney to Wollongong) which is 94 km. My goal is to do it sub-3 hours. Unfortunately, I'm gonna have to stop lifting weights and drop about 10kg to do that. My previous was 2:31 in 2001 (I had just returned from New York, and living so close to Central Park was the greatest thing ever training for a cycle race). But I won't get anywhere near that these days.

TransMonk Aug 02 2012 08:38 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Wow! You'll need to post pics of your ride.

The Second Spitter Aug 02 2012 08:58 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Wow! You'll need to post pics of your ride. If you mean the Pinny: You'll note the custom seat: It's great for having lots of kids, but puts tremendous pressure on your biceps and shoulders.

TransMonk Aug 02 2012 09:07 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

That is pretty sweet. What is your tire width? And how much does it weigh? I've never seen a seat like that. I'm sure it would take some getting used to.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Aug 02 2012 09:24 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

I ride a Cannondale road racer I bought new for less than $400 in 1985. I think from time to time about replacing it, but have no idea what my $$ gets me anymore and kinda still like it. How much should I pay for a bike that will: a) be a decent daily commuter b) be the kind of thing you can ride for 50 miles on a weekend day c) goes fast Wifey will not approve a $3,500 bike. Would 1 grand do it? Used bikes (yes/no?)

The Second Spitter Aug 02 2012 09:25 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

TransMonk wrote: That is pretty sweet. What is your tire width? And how much does it weigh? I've never seen a seat like that. I'm sure it would take some getting used to. The tire width is 700 x 23mm. It's total weight is around 7kg, probably a bit more with that seat. The worst thing about the seat is that if you go over the smallest bump you get really unbalanced, which has resulted in some really innocuous falls. But I guess it's a small price for safeguarding the longevity of your other "equipment". When I commute in traffic I use my MTB or my wet weather road bike, which have conventional seats.

The Second Spitter Aug 02 2012 09:27 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

I ride a Cannondale road racer I bought new for less than $400 in 1985. I think from time to time about replacing it, but have no idea what my $$ gets me anymore and kinda still like it. How much should I pay for a bike that will: a) be a decent daily commuter b) be the kind of thing you can ride for 50 miles on a weekend day c) goes fast Wifey will not approve a $3,500 bike. Would 1 grand do it? Used bikes (yes/no?) http://www.wiggle.co.uk/boardman-team/ That's a start. Personally I would avoid carbon framed bikes for your purposes. The big issue with buying bikes online is picking the correct size. This is a really good fit bike calculator.

TransMonk Aug 02 2012 09:44 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Personally, not being a bike mechanic, I would rather go new than used if I'm dropping a big chunk of money. With used bikes, you never know what has been tinkered with and needs to be replaced. I think you'll be able to find what you want for about $1000. Those are the same list of conditions I would have for a bike I was spending $1000 on. My new bike fits all of those (except goes fast) and I paid $600 plus $100 for the seat. Fast is also a relative term. I would agree with finding a bike that provides a good fit...even if you have to pay extra for the bike shop to spend a half hour measuring you.

The Second Spitter Aug 02 2012 09:51 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Yeah I agree on not buying a used bike, because it's impossible for somebody who isn't a bike mechanic to gauge the wear on components and they are generally the most expensive to replace. And [u:7w4hc67g]never, ever[/u:7w4hc67g] buy a used carbon frame. Bascially, after every fall a carbon bike should be x-rayed. It's a fucking pain in the ass.

Frayed Knot Aug 02 2012 10:20 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

A bell is invaluable. I find myself angry at other bikers that don't have or use theirs. I think a bell looks/sounds too dorky for some bike geeks but it really is a help - particularly the more crowded/urban you get. Saying 'on your left' when passing is all well and good, but people don't always hear you due to traffic noise, wind noise, or because they have ear buds in (joggers and bladers tend to be even tougher to reach) and then there are always those few times when all the guy hears is "______ left" ... and immediately he/she moves left and right into your path.. So you resolve to say it louder next time but that runs the risk of sounding like you've jumped the line from yelling to folks to yelling at them as if you're one of those TdF wannabes with the attitude of: 'hey get the fuck off the path you dork and make way for a real rider, and you don't want to be that guy. Bells, otoh, really cut through just about any noise and if the guy up in front of you is just kind of absent-mindedly sailing along without really keeping to the right it immediately wakes him up. Once that happens, a quick 'on your left' tends to work much better.

The Second Spitter Aug 02 2012 07:40 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Forgot to add, Bucket - judging from your intended usage a bike with a Shimano 105 group-set (components) is perfect for your needs. anything less and you'll be buying new components every 6 months or so.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Aug 04 2012 07:06 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Thanks, will get another year at least from my current ride, but am always tempted once I walk into a shop. Meantime, looking for the best way to transport 3 bikes for our upcoming trip. We have a hatch/wagon, no trailer hitch, internetz inconclusive as to whether we want a roof rack or rear rack.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Aug 16 2012 08:48 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Put aside dreams of a new ride and instead invested in a tune-up repairing a cranky crank, along with a new front rim and tires, and the thing is running like new. This morning on my ride to the office witnessed the near-death of a chick cyclist suddenly cut off by a turning minivan off Prince Street. I was the third cyclist in line, the guy in front of me pulled in front of the van and gave the guy shit while the girl overcame a heart attack. I believe her front tire made contact with the side of the van.

TransMonk Aug 16 2012 09:02 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Jeez. Bike vs. car angst is pretty high here. We have a high volume of bikes and the cyclists and motorists are always claiming the right off way. Luckily, it's very rare that I hear of any cycle related accidents, so ultimately they find a way to coexist. -------------------------------------------------------- I'm selling my newly purchased bike, as it hurts the hell out of my back. I'm kind of pissed at the bike shop (not my usual one) for selling me a bike that I think may be a bit too small for me. I've made my peace with it and am considering it a financial lesson that taught me how much I love the fit of my old bike. I'm planning on working on it with a bike-knowledgable friend over the winter to replace most of the older parts and make it tip-top for next year.

The Second Spitter Aug 16 2012 09:07 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

John Cougar Lunchbucket wrote: Put aside dreams of a new ride and instead invested in a tune-up repairing a cranky crank, along with a new front rim and tires, and the thing is running like new. This morning on my ride to the office witnessed the near-death of a chick cyclist suddenly cut off by a turning minivan off Prince Street. I was the third cyclist in line, the guy in front of me pulled in front of the van and gave the guy shit while the girl overcame a heart attack. I believe her front tire made contact with the side of the van. Still a better place to cycle than here. For those of you who don't know - hit a dog, broke two fingers, hyperextended elbow, lots of skin missing $1500 damage on bike, excluding medical. Miraculously didn't do any damage to hip I broke last year. Piece of shit owner chatisizes me for dropping f-bombs in front of her children, while i'm rolling around on the ground. Dog didn't have a scratch.

TransMonk Aug 16 2012 09:19 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Things I fear on my bike rides in order from greatest to lowest: Dogs on leashes Other bikers Pedestrians Potholes Hidden curbs Cars

Frayed Knot Aug 16 2012 10:26 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Things I fear on my bike rides in order from greatest to lowest: 1) Doors suddenly opening from parked cars I'm in the process of passing ------ 2) everything else City biking has a set of problems all its own (which can vary by city) but I sometimes think suburban biking can, in its own way, be worse. At least city drivers expect there to be bikers and walkers on the streets. They may still be aggressive as hell but at least the recognize that those two-wheeled things exist and don't think they belong strictly on sidewalks. In the burbs the attitude of drivers tends towards: 'Im a car, you're not, therefore you don't even belong here and when you are I have the right of way every single time and even when I don't I still do'. So, given an option between the trip to Blockbuster taking an extra minute or running down a bike, a baby stroller, or a pedestrian, for most of them it's really an easy choice.

Mets – Willets Point Aug 16 2012 10:33 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

TransMonk wrote: Things I fear on my bike rides in order from greatest to lowest: Dogs on leashes Other bikers Pedestrians Potholes Hidden curbs Cars You left out rollerbladers with headphones on.

TransMonk Aug 16 2012 11:53 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Things I fear on my bike rides in order from greatest to lowest: 1) Doors suddenly opening from parked cars I'm in the process of passing ------ 2) everything else City biking has a set of problems all its own (which can vary by city) but I sometimes think suburban biking can, in its own way, be worse. At least city drivers expect there to be bikers and walkers on the streets. They may still be aggressive as hell but at least the recognize that those two-wheeled things exist and don't think they belong strictly on sidewalks. In the burbs the attitude of drivers tends towards: 'Im a car, you're not, therefore you don't even belong here and when you are I have the right of way every single time and even when I don't I still do'. So, given an option between the trip to Blockbuster taking an extra minute or running down a bike, a baby stroller, or a pedestrian, for most of them it's really an easy choice. Very, very true. I try to stay away from parked cars. But riding in an area where bikes are plentiful and drivers are aware of them is a much safer place to be, IMO.

The Second Spitter Aug 16 2012 05:55 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

TransMonk wrote: Things I fear on my bike rides in order from greatest to lowest: Dogs on leashes You mean dogs off leashes, right? Frayed Knot wrote: City biking has a set of problems all its own (which can vary by city) but I sometimes think suburban biking can, in its own way, be worse. In this city cyclists are genuinely despised by motorists. It's so unbelievable. This is how I'd rank bicyclist safety in cities i've lived in for 6 months or more. 1. Paris 2. NYC 3. Montreal 4. London 5. Athens 6. Gold Coast 7. Sydney

Frayed Knot Aug 16 2012 06:35 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Mets – Willets Point wrote: You left out rollerbladers with headphones on. Yeah bladers, if they're not paying attention, can be a problem to begin with because they take up a lot more side-to-side room than bikers or runners. The ones with headphones create extra problems when they get lost in their own world thinking they are a star in the Dire Straits song. My bike vs roller-blader story involves just that, some dippy teenage girl who suddenly gets inspired by whatever she was listening to and decides to try out her ice capades moves right as I'm passing by her. The only thing that saved both of us from multiple injuries was a real strong head-wind which reduced my speed down to a low-teens or so mph pace and thus gave me time to brake before my front wheel took out her kneecap. Had she done that on a calmer day, or even during my return trip where my north-bound speed could easily have been double that of the south-bound leg (this was the bike path down to Jones Beach where strong afternoon winds off the water were common), I couldn’t possibly have avoided plowing into her. IIRC, she was kind of chubby so the visions which flashed through my mind involved trying to land on her so as to cut down on the broken bones I would have incurred. Yeah, she would have taken the brunt of it but, hey, self-preservation.

The Second Spitter Aug 18 2012 12:09 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

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TransMonk Aug 18 2012 12:22 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Oooo...I have liked that on Facebook. Can't wait to see the finished product when it is available.

The Second Spitter Aug 18 2012 12:25 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Really kicking myself for the not backing them on kickstarter........

The Second Spitter Aug 28 2012 11:19 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Here's a photo of my refitted bike, post-accident. New wheels, seat and bartape. Here's a close-up of the seat. Most comfortable seat I've ever ridden on.

TransMonk Aug 29 2012 07:24 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

That's pretty slick.

TransMonk Sep 04 2012 08:35 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

215.6 miles in August. I'm hoping to get to 2000 this year. I'm at 1377.6 coming into September.

Ceetar Sep 04 2012 09:48 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

I'm probably buying a bike today. Not a good one, just a casual ride around town one.

TransMonk Sep 04 2012 09:50 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Bike shop or from a private buyer? If it's private, make sure someone's around that can make sure the bike fits you. If it doesn't fit, you won't like it in the long run and won't ride it.

Ceetar Sep 04 2012 09:55 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

TransMonk wrote: Bike shop or from a private buyer? If it's private, make sure someone's around that can make sure the bike fits you. If it doesn't fit, you won't like it in the long run and won't ride it. probably just K-Mart, all the bike shops seem to be at least twice as expensive from what i can gather. and for a bike that I'm probably going to store outside in the elements because I have nowhere to put it? What defines 'fits me'?

TransMonk Sep 04 2012 10:06 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Well, basically you are looking for a frame that will fit your height. If the frame is too big or too small, it will be uncomfortable for you. You may want to do a small amount of online research by googling the specs of bikes that you might be looking at and see if they have size charts based on your height. Generic size charts are also google-able. Once you have the bike, you will also want to fine tune the seat height/postition so that your hips and back don't end up hurting. There are google articles out there about how to best position your seat as well. But all of the seat positions in the world may not help if your bike frame is the wrong size. OE: Also, buying a bike is like most things...you get out what you put in. When choosing it, price may be an issue, but ask yourself if you can see yourself riding it a lot. Otherwise, it may just sit in the garage.

Ceetar Sep 04 2012 10:20 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

TransMonk wrote: Well, basically you are looking for a frame that will fit your height. If the frame is too big or too small, it will be uncomfortable for you. You may want to do a small amount of online research by googling the specs of bikes that you might be looking at and see if they have size charts based on your height. Generic size charts are also google-able. Once you have the bike, you will also want to fine tune the seat height/postition so that your hips and back don't end up hurting. There are google articles out there about how to best position your seat as well. But all of the seat positions in the world may not help if your bike frame is the wrong size. OE: Also, buying a bike is like most things...you get out what you put in. When choosing it, price may be an issue, but ask yourself if you can see yourself riding it a lot. Otherwise, it may just sit in the garage. all I've read seem to put the numbers real low. like 56" and above low. It sorta seems silly, we've put off buying bikes all summer and now we'd like to get a ride or two in before jumping on one cold (non-stationary anyway) after decades all of a sudden in Amsterdam. Doesn't seem like K-Mart (or Target/Wal-mart/sears) is a great place to buy a bike, but who knows if we'll ride a lot. Rather find out out we will, and beat it to death in the fall/winter and buy a new one in spring than spend a bunch on a good one now only to have it not get used, or get ruined in the weather or have both of them sitting in our one bedroom apartment taking up space.

metsmarathon Sep 04 2012 11:22 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Ceetar wrote: Well, basically you are looking for a frame that will fit your height. If the frame is too big or too small, it will be uncomfortable for you. You may want to do a small amount of online research by googling the specs of bikes that you might be looking at and see if they have size charts based on your height. Generic size charts are also google-able. Once you have the bike, you will also want to fine tune the seat height/postition so that your hips and back don't end up hurting. There are google articles out there about how to best position your seat as well. But all of the seat positions in the world may not help if your bike frame is the wrong size. OE: Also, buying a bike is like most things...you get out what you put in. When choosing it, price may be an issue, but ask yourself if you can see yourself riding it a lot. Otherwise, it may just sit in the garage. all I've read seem to put the numbers real low. like 56" and above low. It sorta seems silly, we've put off buying bikes all summer and now we'd like to get a ride or two in before jumping on one cold (non-stationary anyway) after decades all of a sudden in Amsterdam. Doesn't seem like K-Mart (or Target/Wal-mart/sears) is a great place to buy a bike, but who knows if we'll ride a lot. Rather find out out we will, and beat it to death in the fall/winter and buy a new one in spring than spend a bunch on a good one now only to have it not get used, or get ruined in the weather or have both of them sitting in our one bedroom apartment taking up space. have you looked at a generic sporting goods store, like dicks or sport authority? you might get something a little better than a huffy, and more rideable, but not too much more expensive...

Ceetar Sep 04 2012 11:50 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

flopped around on sports authority website a bit and didn't like it, but can't remember why now. It seems like they have plenty of bikes under $200. was probably leaning towards something like this Mongoose. Although I popped over to Target and sat on this ..Twenty Zone?.. that was repackaged that I liked. Of course, I can't find it now and apparently twenty zone wasn't the company name. very observant of me.

sharpie Sep 04 2012 01:19 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Rode my bike to work last Friday for the first time ever. About 9 miles. Felt great getting to work but going home the temperature was 90 degrees and the tourists on the Brooklyn Bridge made it less than ideal.

The Second Spitter Sep 05 2012 02:42 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

804km in August and missed 6 days through injury. This was my Sept 1 ride (and my new Garmin!). My longest and fastest ride of the year. No drafting. I took a quick toilet break at around 63km and totally lost my rhythm when I got back on.

The Second Spitter Sep 11 2012 08:54 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Windy week has totally ruined my enjoyment of cycling. Don't mind the rain, but can't stand cycling in the wind. And to make matters worse, we're coming up to motherfucking magpie season. [youtube:1r8wr6lk]WRH0ZPPS0Z8[/youtube:1r8wr6lk]

Mets – Willets Point Sep 24 2012 11:33 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Why Drivers Hate Cyclists.

The Second Spitter Sep 25 2012 08:44 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Racing on Saturday for the first time in 8 years.

TransMonk Sep 26 2012 06:31 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Good luck, dude!

The Second Spitter Sep 27 2012 04:52 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

TransMonk wrote: Good luck, dude! Thanks, cuz. It's only 34km but a very tough course because it has very tight cornering, something which is difficult to train for.

Gwreck Sep 28 2012 07:12 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Good luck. Kick butt

TransMonk Oct 01 2012 08:36 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

205 miles (330 km) in September.

Frayed Knot Oct 01 2012 03:19 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Hey Monk have you ever tried this ride - or one of several others that apparently are of lesser distance/intensity under the umbrella of the same org? GRABAAWAR I only know about it because I happened to see a guy riding with a T-shirt from it back east here a week or two ago. I didn't get the chance to ask him about it, just remembered the acronym and later looked it up on-line.

TransMonk Oct 01 2012 03:55 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

I turn 40 in a few years and I'm planning this ride as a gift to myself that summer. Right now, I don't really own a bike that I have total confidence in about enduring the trek, even though I am sure that physically I could do it. I have friends who have done it and I'm really looking forward to it. Still, I need the next couple of summers to build/buy a really nice road bike that can handle this type of long distance ride. I am tackling one of the Wisconsin state bike trails this coming weekend to view the fall colors with some friends. This will be our fourth year in a row. It's definitely not about the exercise as it's only 17 miles each way (with a night camping in the middle) and we tow a half barrel. We call it the "Gallons Per Mile Tour".

Frayed Knot Oct 01 2012 05:55 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

I did a similar ride a bunch of years back (in Iowa of all places) and it was a lot of fun. Also a week-long ride with similar per/day mileage as this one although that Wisconsin River ride sounds like it might have a few more hills involved. With the riding you do on a regular basis you should easily be able to handle the mileage with a decent bike - especially since the trend with that type of ride is that days start early so, even on the longer mileage days, you've got all day to finish (particularly with long hours of Wisconsin summer daylight) so you can generally take all the breaks you want and make stops to smell (and eat) the roses along the way.

TransMonk Oct 01 2012 06:38 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

One of the guys on my softball team did the Iowa ride this year. He said he had a blast. I really want to do one of these trips. I just have to find the right ride.

Frayed Knot Oct 01 2012 07:21 PM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

A bunch of states have some kind of in-state or cross-state ride. Of those, RAGBRAI (Iowa's) is the oldest (dates from the early '70s), I believe still the biggest (8,000 limit and about twice that number each year who want in), and probably the 'funnest'. For lots of folks, particularly those who go in groups, it basically becomes a rolling party and, with the riders out-numbering the population of many of the villages it goes through, each civic group, girl scout troop, HS band, etc. from each town that year's route visits comes out to sell all kinds of food and, being Iowa, much of it is straight off the farms you're in the process of passing. It's why it's rumored to be the only 500 mile bike ride in which participants routinely gain weight during the week. It's also inexpensive, not all that difficult (although Iowa is hillier than most people suspect), and, for you, reasonably close and easy to get to and from. If you're looking for one to do in a couple of years, it wouldn't be a bad choice.

TransMonk Nov 01 2012 07:58 AM Re: Biking/Cycling Thread 2012

Logged 97.6 miles in October and put the bike away this past weekend. It will hit the road again in March. I totalled 1618.7 miles for 2012. I'd like to beat 2000 next year. While handing out candy last night to trick-or-treaters, one girl I'd never met said, "I see you riding your bike A LOT." I'd be OK being the neighborhood bike guy.