Well there comes a time for any novice, where the forces of darkness must be faced.
In this case for SpokednSF, last night was when the Roubaix met the streets of San Francisco in the dark with Planet Blinkies Aft and Fore.
It was an all inclusive 1st adventure, considering my tour of darkness was a Friday night in SOMA and the Mission.
In an Car, driving casually and looking for the sweet parking spot , the driver has no idea what diversity, music, clubiness and shabby chicness a night bike ride offers. As a cyclist with a Bike Lane you literally are swept away with the enviroment. Very Engaging!!
Also Believe or Not the Car&Driver peeps, at night , are way more friendly and courteous than the Bar groupies.. especially at stoplights. (It was probably my Lime Neon windbreaker blinding their eyes to cause such epithets! - or more likely it was my chosen route on Valencia?!)
At least the Roubaix and I made it home safe and sound to eagerly await our Specialized BG (Body Geometry)fitting on Monday! This novice will be in even more perfect form for the next Night Ride. Stay tuned up!
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Wonderful! I'm staying tuned up. Actually I need to do a tune up of my own on my bike and perhaps tomorrow will be the day. What kind of trusty steed do you have?
ReplyDeleteTrust you were able to tune up and go riding yesterday!
ReplyDeleteMy ride is a '09 Specialized Roubaix Comp - road bike. I'm thrilled with the bike's speed and handling even on city streets.
Brian -- This sounds so cool, particularly the night riding. Are you off on your own with these rides?
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to engage with the City. Neon jacket and all.
I'll check back to read more of your adventures.
-- robin
A bike enthusiast. How cool. I had no inkling but somehow I am not surprised. And love your profile pic. Professionally done, I assume?
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