Big Milestones and Bonuses of Bike Commuting

[kfergos]

Last night I calculated that in just about two years of consistent bike commuting, I have:

- Ridden 10,500 miles (year 1: 6 miles each way; year 2: 13 miles each way)
- Saved 22,500 miles on our car
- Saved us $2,000 in gas alone (we drive a Prius)
- Not emitted 21,000 lbs of CO2 into the atmosphere

That, I think, is pretty darn cool. On top of which, I have:

- Trained for and ridden my first century, MS 150, and the STP, all this season
- Learned the names of towns and streets most locals never see
- Seen some heart-stoppingly beautiful vistas
- Come home stress-free every day
- Eaten ice cream without a twinge of remorse
- Replaced my chain more times than I can count
- Not yet worn out my Gatorskins (but I have gotten 2 flats with them)
- Ridden extra miles on the way home "just because it's so beautiful out"
- Replaced my cassette and chainrings once
- Started seriously drooling over that titanium Seven the bike shop priced out for

I LOVE CYCLING!

[Aggie_Ama]

Wow I am inspired/humbled/impressed! How far is your commute? I really think you deserve that Seven, think how much you have also saved in vehicle maintenance.

[malkin]

Very cool!

You could also count time you spent doing something besides pumping gas and waiting for car maintenance events.

I admire the heck out of people who can keep track of their numbers.

[amy]

Good for you! I hope to be able to make such an impressive report in the future.

[lph]

Bike commuting just rocks

Very impressive numbers, kfergos - and excellent side-effects!

[andtckrtoo]

VERY Impressive! Thanks for sharing! Nice to see someone who has made such a tangible difference in their lives and in the lives of others.