I knew I was out of shape...

[kengr]

... but this is ridiculous.

As I mentioned days ago, the front tire on the loaner bike from Fay pretty much exploded.

I finally got a chance to haul it to Bike Gallery to get the tube replaced and have the tire & rim checked out. Tire was shot (I think a bunch of the bead on one side was gone). Between the tire, tube & labor it cost me $33.74. *sigh*

At least they did it while I waited. After they fixed it, I walked the bike to the top of the hill and rode it back home. It's only 1.2 miles, mostly downhill.

It still took a lot out of my. Sweating like a stuck pig, heart pounding, etc. And now, half an hour later, I've still kinda shaky.

So I *definitely* need to get into shape. Probably stick to riding around the Albertson's parking lot late at night until I'm up to street riding.

Also, the shifters need adjusting and the brakes need work. Plus, I think I need to raise the seat.

It's gonna be a pain, but I do need to exercise more.

Comments

[polydad]

Repairs at CCC on NE 17th and Alberta are substantially cheaper, usually quicker, and just as good. Doesn't help with your physical condition, but keeping more money in the wallet is generally a good thing.

[kengr]

That's kinda inconvenient to get to.

Either one is a two bus trip, but for BG, I just catch the 71, ride it to Sandy and ride the 12 to BG. Quick, and pretty much a straight shot.

For CCC I'd have to ride the 71 up to 82nd, then catch the 72 and ride it all the way down to 17th.