Mr. Miyata!

I love my bike! For a long time I was using the public transit and whenever I had to go somewhere somewhat close, but too far to walk I would hop on my skateboard. Skateboarding was rough with the streets in Chicago being F-ed up one way or another. Now I have a super light Japanese 12 speed. It’s the most efficient mode of transportation, compared to walking and skating. I can now go further and faster than I ever could have gone on my skateboard. Also I don't have to rely on Public transportation witch is very unreliable and often leads to long waits and stressing out. With my Miyata I have been able to make it down to Wicker Park from where I live in five or six songs which is about a half hour. Now that is about ten minutes longer than if I were to take a car! Thanks Mr. Miyata. Biking in Chicago is not that dangerous because most main streets have bike lanes and traffic is often slowed my numerous lights and stop signs. It's amazing how much fun riding a bike can be and I often reminisce about biking as a kid when I bike through quiet neighborhoods. Another great thing is that biking allows you to take side streets and alleys that you would never take with a car and it gives you a better knowledge of the City itself. Also, I like the ability to listen to new Mp3s on my Ipod as I flow thru traffic, it's a great way to listen to music and helps pass the time on long rides. Ever since I got my bike its seems that I have been more open to going somewhere at the drop of a hat. Now that Chicago has this cool brisk air I can't help but think about when I was a kid biking around. For some reason I really enjoy the brief cool Octoberish weather which makes biking even better; it’s cool enough to keep you from sweating to death and brisk enough to wear a light jacket in. Love It! So far, I have had little to no problems with my bike, on the two occasions that I took it in to bike shop, both commented on how my bike is "a really good bike" and I always say "I know, Thanks". Yea, I love my bike.