New Bike

Hello,

Today Leroy replaced his stolen bike. The bike that a friend had given him did not fit him. It was too big and he felt he had trouble reaching the brakes causing him to feel insecure or out of control while riding.

He went to a used bike shop looking or hoping to spend about $100. He only spent about $160 more, but he is quite pleased with it. Before buying he called asking for my permission or blessing, however he meant that. I was just happy that it was quite a lot less than a thousand. Hopefully it will stay in his possession for a longer time. Leroy still wants to get a recumbent, one that will fold up so he can transport it in the car when needed. Not sure when he will get that, but right now our garage is a bit small to accommodate three bikes. For the time being this will be his commuter bike. I like the idea of his sitting up a little higher when he is on the city streets. Hopefully that will give him more visibility.

I was out sweeping the garage when he came home with his bike crammed in the car. He asked for help getting it out. The handle bars were wedged in securely by the car radio speakers. I doubted that we would manage to free it without causing damage to the bike or the speaker. After taking off the front wheel he forced it free to our great relief. He has the wheels back on, but they will have ti be adjusted a little.

It is nice to have one thing squared away for a while. Now he can move on to the next concern, whatever that is.

We signed our tax papers so that is out of the way.

Paula