So in late September I got hit by a car while cycling. Needless to say the Cannondale was totaled. It was (no pun intended) a total bummer. I really liked that bike, I mean I spent an entire summer's wages (however small they were) on buying that thing. It was a great machine and gave me many good days and miles.
I was bicycle-less for about 3 months as a result but once the insurance money went through I decided to buy a Bianchi San Jose. The San Jose is a cyclocross bike (a sturdier road bike with wider tires basically) and also single speed. I decided on this bike for a couple reasons: Firstly, Jersey road are terrible and this would beast over them. Secondly, seeing as how I'll be commuting next year and wanting to do it preferably by bicycle, this would be an excellent choice. And thirdly, no derailleurs means less I have to deal with mechanically. The bike is a beast, I love it. Singlespeed is so much less complicated and also just fun to ride. There is no escape when the hills come, there is no down shifting riding into wind, there is no easy gear. It's a test every time you go out on it and I love it.
While the Cannondale will continue to be missed, the Bianchi is being in its place as best it can. Also another new favorite motto, this one tailor-made for cycling: Live to ride...ride to death
Over and out.
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