May 28th, 2010

Recycling a Mountain Bike into a Commuter Bike

By Beth Bengtson

As the weather has improved, so has my want to be outdoors.  Hence the “new” commuter bike as a part of my life. 

Can’t begin to tell you the pleasure I get showing up at my appointments, meetings, and shopping with helmet in hand plus my legs have not been in better shape.  I will admit the one downside to commuting everywhere via bike is that it has increased my weekly laundry but still less than a gallon of gas.  If you have been thinking about using your bike more – do it as the mental benefits are huge when you come home and pass your dusty car.

Again it all ties back to personal benefit, health and sustainability – all three are linked in my increased bike usage.

Have a great Memorial Day weekend!