After constantly being on the road (150 nights last year) I decided enough was enough. Every hotel I staid in had a pretty decent workout area but I couldn't really work up the motivation to exercise. Fifteen minutes on the treadmill was about the most I could take before having extreme boredom set it.
Fast forward a year and my life has improved dramatically because of this handy device:
You wouldn't think it makes a huge deal but it really does. The convenience factor is a huge deal. Don't underestimate the ability to stash a bike in the overhead bin on an airplane with no packing! Last year I was able to turn crappy work trips into biking adventures. Every week would be a new trail in a new part of the country. It's a great change of pace from the 8-6 grind on a computer screen.
When I'm back in Chicago it's my primary mode of transport and goes everywhere. I take it with me to restaurants, movie theaters, comedy clubs, office, etc. Wherever possible I'll check it like a coat. So far nothing has happened to it though I have had a few close calls with crazy drivers.
The most important change has definitely been psychological. I now feel much more mobile and motivated to do things. Commuting has turned into a fun adventure rather than rote chore. In general I feel like a much more positive and energetic. The obvious added health benefits are great too.
Performance is slightly less than a "real bike" but the portability is totally worth it. I can safely say that most people would be better off with a folding bike over their real bike. Don't be intimidated by the price or looks. Get one now
Fast forward a year and my life has improved dramatically because of this handy device:
You wouldn't think it makes a huge deal but it really does. The convenience factor is a huge deal. Don't underestimate the ability to stash a bike in the overhead bin on an airplane with no packing! Last year I was able to turn crappy work trips into biking adventures. Every week would be a new trail in a new part of the country. It's a great change of pace from the 8-6 grind on a computer screen.
When I'm back in Chicago it's my primary mode of transport and goes everywhere. I take it with me to restaurants, movie theaters, comedy clubs, office, etc. Wherever possible I'll check it like a coat. So far nothing has happened to it though I have had a few close calls with crazy drivers.
The most important change has definitely been psychological. I now feel much more mobile and motivated to do things. Commuting has turned into a fun adventure rather than rote chore. In general I feel like a much more positive and energetic. The obvious added health benefits are great too.
Performance is slightly less than a "real bike" but the portability is totally worth it. I can safely say that most people would be better off with a folding bike over their real bike. Don't be intimidated by the price or looks. Get one now
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