thatlisagirl's Blog

I know...and is sucks...I still smoke a little. But I know that not everyone can bike to work. I only work 7 miles away, so why not...

I think that even if the gas prices become lower, the retailers will charge more because they know our squealing point.

Maybe we should have squealed at $2.50!

Just like the retailers, now that they raised prices for produce and just groceries in general...do you realy think they will lower the prices if the fuel prices become more palatable.....you got 3 guesses and the first 2 dont count.

I actually thought of getting a motorcycle or scooter, but cant afford it and private sellers charge a mint for their used equipment as opposed to 2 years ago. Sorry to hear about the crash, I have been lucky so far.....

Navy

I wouldnt call myself smart....but resourceful.

If I were smart...I would have made very different choices and not be where I am now.

It takes about 35 minutes and the route I go isnt very hilly, but there are some ascending grades that I am still trying to build up my speed with. So, your 13 miles depends if there are many up hills or how steep an ascending grade.

Before I actually went to work on my bike, I came home early one day and rode my bike there in some moderate traffic to see if I could handle it for one, and see how long it would take, and so far its a pretty consistent time. You just have to give yourself some extra time for "things" to happen. I leave an hour or so before I am supposed to be in, that way I can change my clothes and rest before starting my job.

I will also say that your ability to ride it will depend on your level of fitness. I am in fair condition, but have to have my energy drink before I go...so.

I thank you for asking. I hope that others will start doing the same thing if they can, or do something else to avoid paying the gas station more than what is needed. I am starting to see a few people riding their bikes on the same road...so....maybe :-)

Good Luck!

I can see it getting to the point where street legal ATV's (if thats possible), scooters and motorcycles fill the streets more than cars, SUV's and pickups. This is nothing new in Europe, thats the way for them, and they pay $10 a gallon in England. Imagine that....

Actually, I am trying to find a scooter now for the days I cant ride so I can only use my car for the grocery store and occasional jam sessions at my friends house. Were there's a will theres a way.

Thanx Trippy...I thought I read that over 50cc required a license. I want a 250 since its a bit heavier. I really want the honda reflex, but cant afford it, so am looking into a JMStar Aviator which is about half the price. I am having a hard time finding dealers that are local with an internet page without having to sell your child for....but thanx for the info!

I have a big gas hungry v-8, and i mash on the big pedal every chance i get! Seriously though, i freed up the exhaust, (quietly) the air intake and changed the computer program, and my truck gets 4 mpg more than factory (went from 17 to 21 mpg). I have more power, the engine runs cleaner, and still passes at factory emmissions. Some of the keys to getting the most fuel mileage is to keep your tires properly inflated. Keep your engine tuned up. Also take off from a stop gradually, and merge on to the interstate at a steady pace. I would say drive a few miles under the posted speed limit, but that can be a death wish in atlanta. Bless you all.