Lessons from Zen and Cycling to Work
March 13, 2012 at 9:39 After my small tumble/accident last week, I should have paid attention to a key instruction in Zen: Pay Attention. I did not and did not check ALL my equipment this morning. I didn't note that both my pedal straps had been damaged last week. Today, on the way in I took fall #2 when my left strap broke as I was starting at an intersection. I'm fine. No serious injuries except to my pride. So, lesson today, check your equipment and get a routine. I also need to take a lesson/practice changing out a tube.
Otherwise, it was a great bike ride and very strenuous. West End of Hartford to UCHC is not steep but nearly all uphill. The potholes and road surfaces on Farmington Avenue as you head East in West Hartford and in Hartford are terrible. Also, note to CT drivers, it is dangerous to honk at cyclists to let them know you are approaching from behind.