It was bound to happen, the rain has decided to show up and say hello. I would rather it rain during the week and leave my weekends dry. Don’t like riding in the rain.

Lately getting a fix gear bicycle has been running through my head. I’m tired of dealing with derailleurs especially when I have a rear flat. Most of my flats happen because the presta valve doesn’t hold air. I never had problems with a schrader valve. I just like the lower maintenance of a fixed gear bike.

I took out my Brompton a few days ago. I really need to get it tuned up. I haven’t rode it much. Since my hours changed at work I don’t ride during lunch like I use to. Lunch is shorter and I get off at noon. I have plenty of time to ride after work and I usually ride my Safari.

I might sale it, but I keep deciding not to because in some instances it is really nice to have. Put it in the car and then explore other areas. Easier to transport.

I know people tour on a Brompton but I don’t think I could ever do it. Though I have considered it. Hopping on a train could come in handy. But the hills are torture, even with low gearing. But my thoughts on this could change.

As much as I hate riding in the rain I’m glad it doesn’t snow. I would hate to hit some black ice and take a tumble because it can happen quick. I still remember walking out of the dorm when I was in Missouri and hitting some ice. Next thing I knew my head was resting on the bottom step. I didn’t even have time to react because it happened so fast. If that happens on a bike and riding in traffic I could end up under a truck.

At least I can hop into a coffee place or the library and sit around to dry and wait out the rain. Hopefully it doesn’t last long but I have nothing but time.

Well the rain has stopped and I see blue skies. So I will hop on the bike and see what happens. Life is an adventure.