Busted

Maybe it's the lightweight Mavic 517 rim, or the number of curb cuts I ride over, or the weight of the junk I carry. Whatever the reason, I just noticed I'd actually broken the rim on my commuter bike. What a drag.

I had to decide on a new wheel or repair. I went with repair. I'm keeping the XT hub and having the Wheel Peddler build me a new wheel using a Macic 717 rim. I'll cost. I'm not sure I made the most cost effective choice, but I'm hoping it pays off by ending up with a wheel that is well made and will last forever.

It's just sad...

I walk past this wheel every day on my way to class. It's been there for two years, sadder every season. I always wonder who's bike it was connected to, who stole it and why. How did they take it away? Did they carry it or ride on one wheel? Will the police services folks ever cut it loose? Is that tire still any good? Don't those U-locks pop open with a Bic pen? Anyone I know need a wheel reflector? Too bad the skewer is gone...