Areas and intersections I have to navigate through on my commute to/from work.

Here is a list of areas and intersections I have to navigate through when I commute to/from work. These are what I consider to be the major intersections, either light or sign controlled. These are what are available with Google Street View. If the viewer does not show the picture, click on View Larger Map:

Hamilton Blvd and 36th St:

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I either have to turn left from 36th to head north on Hamilton or turn right from Hamilton to head east on 36th.

Stone Park Blvd and Hamilton Blvd:

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When I ride to work I am heading south on Hamilton. At this intersection I have to navigate into the crosswalk and onto the Perry creek Trail access. When I am heading home I have to turn left from Stone PArk to head north on Hamilton.

Stone Park Blvd and Woodland Way:

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I navigate through this intersection when I commute home from work.

Perry Creek Trail near W 19th St.:

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I use the Perry Creek Trail when commuting to and from work.

Perry Creek Trail near W 14th St.:

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I use the Perry Creek Trail when commuting to and from work.

Perry Creek Trail near Wesley Parkway and W 7th Streets:

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I use the Perry Creek Trail when commuting to and from work.

Wesley Parkway and 6th St.

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I cross this intersection when commuting to or from work.

Perry Creek Trail near Wesley Parkway:

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I use the Perry Creek Trail when commuting to and from work.

Perry Creek Trail near Water St access, Wesley Parkway and Battery Building:

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I use the Perry Creek Trail when commuting to and from work.

Perry Creek Trail near Wesley Parkway:

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I use the Perry Creek Trail when commuting to and from work.

Pearl St, 2nd St and Perry Creek Trail intersection behind Tyson Event Center:

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I navigate from the trail onto Pearl St. then make an immediate turn onto 2nd St. ride behind the Tyson Event Center, navigate through the parking lot to the intersection of Pierce and Gordon Dr.

Intersection of Gordon Dr. and Pierce St. looking south at event center parking lot:

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Intersection of Gordon Dr. and Pierce St. looking under overpass toward tunnel:

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I navigate this intersection to and from work.

Intersection of Riverside Blvd and access to Riverside PArk/pool:

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I navigate in and out of the park access onto Riverside Blvd.

Riverside Blvd and Military Rd:

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Bridge crossing Big sioux River into North Sioux City, South Dakotas:

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Military Rd and River Dr.:

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Military Rd and Main St.:

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Military Rd. and Centennial Dr.:

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I turn left here when going to work.

11/11/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.45 miles.

11.45 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.24

Current profit amount; $499.06 + $8.24, total profit from today's commute = $507.30 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 2,045.52 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1987 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 102.28

11/08/2009 Commute

Errand to The Home Depot.

Total Miles: 10.67 miles.

10.67 miles x $0.72 per mile = $7.68

Current profit amount; $491.38 + $7.68, total profit from today's commute = $499.06 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 2,034.07 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1976 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 101.70

11/05/2009 Commute

Commute from work.

Total Miles: 11.39 miles.

11.39 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.20

Current profit amount; $483.18 + $8.20, total profit from today's commute = $491.38 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 2,022.40 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1964 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 101.12

10/19/2009 Commute

Commute from work.

Total Miles: 11.59 miles.

11.59 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.34

Current profit amount; $474.84 + $8.34, total profit from today's commute = $483.18 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 2,011.01 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1953 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 100.55

Commuting 101: Learn your local “village”

Learning your local village, ie: your community by bicycle is always a great idea. You'd be amazed at how much you miss and the things you learn you never knew when you are in a car. Many also find it easier to get around by bicycle then by car. In some cases it is even faster, but do not confuse easier for how fast it can be when comparing the 2. Being faster is often not the easiest way. For example when I take a load to the recycling center drop bins on my bike I find it easier then hauling it there in my car, it is faster to load and unload my bike and I find it easier to maneuver my bike into and out of the lot where the bins are located, but my car admittedly is faster.

by Noah

I personally think that commuting by bike is more than just the to-and-from work daily grind. It’s about cycling for transportation in general: Utility Cycling, if you will. A while ago, Warren introduced us to Clif Bar’s 2-Mile Challenge. To those of us who live in suburbia and are in the process of reducing our car usage as newer bike commuters (like me), it can be temping to drive to places that you are used to going to simply because those are the places you go, and they’re too far or too inconvenient to get to by bike for what they offer. Often, there are similar places close to home that you don’t even know about yet. Or, maybe you do, but as a creature of habit you’ve have passed them by.

I can only use personal examples in my own life, but I’m sure they apply to many newer bike commuters. Instead of driving to the place I usually get my hair cut (about 8 miles from home), I could try one of the several barbers that are a lot closer. Instead of going to the big, fancy market grocery store with all the premium deli brands, I could try one of the budget stores down the street. My favorite Buffalo Wing shop is quite a ways away, but there’s a local bar just a few intersections away that makes some decent wings. My old primary care physician is almost 15 miles from home now, but the organization has a small branch practically sharing a parking lot with my apartment complex. I’d need to switch physicians, but then I can walk to the doctor’s office.

Day in and day out, I would drive past countless little strip malls. They seem to be peppered around the Kansas City suburbs, spread out in one- or two-mile intervals. Take the time to ride through and really look at what types of shops are close to home. Almost anything that I really need or want can be had within a two mile radius: Dentists, post office, a branch for my bank, doctors, dining establishments, grocery stores, a coffee shop, electronics and clothing stores, and even a big discount club (like Sam’s Club or Costco).

Learning your local “village” is a big step towards using your bike more and your car less. It will also allow you to make a few quick stops on your way to work or home to run quick errands, saving you even more time since you’re already out and about. You don’t always need to give up things that seem too far for a bike. You can probably find something a bit closer to home that meets your needs.

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Commuting 101: Learn your local “village”

Commuting 101: How to find the perfect route using Google Maps

With this one I have to provide a link and ask people click on it to read the information because it is hands on and interactive. It is difficult to post the interactive piece in the blog. Here is the link:

Commuting 101: How to find the perfect route using Google Maps

Commuting 101: Cleaning Up Your Act

by Warren T

You’ve made the decision; you’re getting on the bike and riding to work. There are some employers who will welcome you with shower facilities, lockers and the like. There are many more who will not. In the event your employer falls in the later category, you can still find ways to get cleaned up once you get to work.

A while back Fritz reviewed some wonderful citrus wipes. Wipes work wonders; but being the frugal guy I am, I’ve gotten by with a container of bargain brand wipes in my desk drawer.

Once I’ve had around 10 minutes to cool down a bit, I grab a couple wipes, the shirt and other clothes I brought along in the backpack, the slacks I keep in another desk drawer and head to the handicap stall in the men’s room. A few paper towels to dry off and I’m good to go – almost.

Let’s face it; the shirt that just got peeled off is bound to be fairly sweaty. My shirt gets hung up to dry on the rack that my computers are in. No one has really figured out how I do it yet but the back of the rack is pretty much out of site and rather than running the risk of offending my co-workers, I take along the cologne inserts that seem to come by the dozen with the Macy’s ad every week (I did mention the frugal thing, didn’t I?). I pop one of those open and hang it there with the damp shirt. Viola! I’m fresh as a daisy and rarin’ to get the day started.

How about some of you others out there? What pointers can you give to new commuters?

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Commuting 101: Cleaning Up Your Act

Some tips I can offer is along with using wipes to clean/freshen up with after commuting to work is use an alcohol based body spray. The alcohol will kill any bacteria, jsut amke sure you choose a scent that you like and is not too overpowering for anyone else and go easy on it, a little goes a long way. In addition to that I use an moisture absorbing powder on my lower body.

Commuting 101: Top Five Tips for Staying Safe in the Heat

This is the 5th installment for bike commuters.

by Tim Grahl

It’s important that you stay safe during your ride to and from work. Here’s five tips you shouldn’t go without:

1. Leave Early – Hit the road before things really heat up. Check with work to see if they’ll allow you to knock off early on the hot days that you clock in before normal time.
2. Take your time – If you can’t leave an hour early, try 15 minutes. That way you can pedal slower, relax and keep your body temperature low.
3. Drink Water – My commute is only 20 minutes one way so I usually skip the water bottle, but on the really hot days you’ll want to opt for some liquid even on the shorter rides.
4. Wear Breathable Clothes – We had a discussion about this awhile back and I’m one that usually opts for the cotton tshirt and shorts, however on the really hot days grab your wicking tshirts and lycra to keep you cooler.
Protect Your Eyes – And I don’t mean sunglasses. A headband or handkerchief under your helmet will catch the sweat so your eyes can stay open and on the road.

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Commuting 101: Top Five Tips for Staying Safe in the Heat

Top 5 Reasons to Claim the Lane (and why it’s safer)

This is the 4th piece about commuting in traffic. With these simple steps any cyclist can become a safe and better commuter. If cyclists behave like a vehicle of the roadways and are predictable most drivers will treat you with respect.

by Tim Grahl

There is a lot of debate as to where a bicycle commuter should position themselves in relation to the road. New bike commuters, especially, are often intimidated by riding in the road and often choose something that isn’t necessarily the safest place. Here are the top two:

* Sidewalk – While the odds of you getting hit from behind diminish greatly, there are other dangers that come into play.
* Drivers are not looking for fast moving objects on the sidewalks so when you come to a cross street there is a good chance you’ll get hit by a turning car.
* Sidewalks are available for pedestrians and, in many states, it’s illegal for bicycles to ride on them.
* You are forced to (and should) go extremely slow. Besides dealing with turning cars and pedestrians, you are riding are surfaces that are not maintained for traffic and often have other obstacles to deal with.
* The extreme right side of the road – In my opinion this is the most dangerous place you can ride. You are risking two dangers:
* Cars will repeatedly try to squeeze by you in the same lane and will almost always come very close to you which, obviously, increases your chance of getting hit.
* The Peek-a-boo bike. Picture two cars approaching. The second car is following closely to the first. As the first car moves to miss you, it is seen by the second car as merely drifting in the lane since the car isn’t moving that much out of the way. The second car doesn’t realize you are in the road until it is to late.

Because of the above dangers and contrary to many people’s “common sense”, the best thing for a bike commuter to do is claim the lane. I ride at least a third of the way into the lane and, around curves, I roll right down the middle.

Here’s the top five reasons why I started claiming the lane (and why you should to):

1. Drivers give you more room – The day I started claiming the lane is the day I stopped getting regularly buzzed to close by cars. As mentioned above, when you are all the way to the right then cars will almost always try to squeeze by. When you claim the lane, they are forced to slow down and wait for an opportunity to pass you which means they take plenty of room to do it.
2. You are more visible – Drivers are used to looking for other large, metal boxes. And they’re used to looking in the middle of the lane ahead of them. When you hug the side of the road you are often outside their field of vision. By claiming the lane you are much more likely to be seen by oncoming traffic.
3. You avoid dangerous debris and obstacles – the sides of roads are usually covered in debris. Stuff that can slash your tires and/or fly up and hurt you. There are also things like sewer grates and uneven shoulders to worry about. By claiming the lane you avoid all of this.
4. It’s an easier, more enjoyable ride – When stuck squeezing the side of the road or riding on the sidewalk, feelings of stress abound. Constantly watching the terrain ahead of you, swerving out of the way of obstacles, slowing down for pedestrians and many other things that you are forced to pay attention to are reduced when you claim the lane.
5. You are making a statement – While not as important as the previous safety related reasons, this has long term effect. On many roads bicycles are seen as an annoyance that shouldn’t be allowed in the road with other “real” vehicles. By claiming the lane you are making a statement that we belong on the road and have all the same rights as cars.

I came to these views after a lot of time spent bike commuting in my city of Lynchburg, VA. We don’t have bike lanes and I’ve come to believe that the people that built our roads had never heard of the bicycle. Not to mention most drivers are oblivious to the “share the road” mentality (and laws).

I firmly believe my place on a bike is in the road and claiming the lane and, in a large portion of our country, that is where you belong to. It’s safer and more convenient.

What do you think?

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Top 5 Reasons to Claim the Lane (and why it’s safer)

Commuting 101: How to react to aggressive or angry drivers

This is the third installment of bicycle commuting tips. I generally ignore the driver. But sometimes I can't. Especially when a driver passes or buzzes me. I have an Air Zound horn that is very effective. In addition to and after blasting the Air Zound I also like to blow a kiss to the driver. This really freaks them out and they put a lot of space between me and them. I always ride defensively and like a vehicle of and that belongs on the roadways. Even so some drivers do not understand that and would rather bicycles not be on the road and have no problem expressing their hatred by using their vehicle as a weapon.

by Tim Grahl
When a driver becomes angry or aggressive during your commute you may feel the need to react in some way, but keep in mind that this is often what they are hoping for. Just like the bully on the playground, they will only pick on people that react in some way.

The best thing to do is hold you line and do your best to ignore the driver. If their actions are enough to make you feel physically threatened, you can get their license plate and report them to the authorities. While this may not have a huge impact, it’s the best way to handle the situation.

At all times remember you are the slowest and most vulnerable vehicle on the road and, while we have a right to the pavement, we must keep a defensive mindset and do our best not to provoke anger even when we are in the right.

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10/07/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 19.02 miles.

19.02 miles x $0.72 per mile = $13.69

Current profit amount; $461.15 + $13.69, total profit from today's commute = $474.84 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,999.42 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1942 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 99.97

The Slacker’s Guide to Bike Commuting

Here is the second installment of bicycle commuting tips. I actually use some of these with pretty good success.

by Tim Grahl

This article isn’t for the detail oriented bike commuters. It’s also not for the hardcore, race-to-work riders either.

This one is for those of us that don’t like to plan ahead. Bike maintenance isn’t our thing. We consider rain showers wash-day for our bikes. And we certainly aren’t using our daily commute as training for a race.

Commuting by bike is first and foremost supposed to be fun. Gas prices, ‘going green’ and health reasons can get people into bike commuting, but it’s the daily enjoyment that keeps us in the saddle day after day. And let’s face it, planning ahead and wearing lycra doesn’t sound much like fun to a good many of us.

So for my fellow slackers, here’s your guide to bike commuting:

1. Ditch the patch kit, grab the cell phone – The worst thing about bike commuting is dealing with flat tires. Standing on the road next to your bike with a tiny, frustrating mini-pump trying to force air into your tire. So forget the patch kit and use your cell phone. If you get stranded on the way to work, call a buddy at the office to come get you. If you’re on the way home, call the significant other. It’ll take less time than fixing the flat on the side of the road and you’ll get to use your floor pump in the comfort of your own workshop.
2. Check the weather, consider the car or bus – Let’s face it, riding to work in a downpour causes a lot of problems. It soaks you and everything you brought. Takes a lot more time to get ready for work. All in all, zaps all the fun right out of bike commuting. So if the weather sucks, don’t feel bad about grabbing your keys or walking to the nearest bus stop.
3. Leave the lycra, wear your normal clothes – When I see another bike commuter on their way to work in full body spandex, it just looks difficult. The time changing, the extra cargo to carry, etc. My normal commuting attire is what I work in everyday. I roll up my pants and head out the door. Simple and comfortable.
4. Use lights that run on generators – Dealing with batteries in your lights can be frustrating and dangerous. They will always go out on you right at the darkest point in your ride home. Consider spending the extra money on some Reelights or Pedalites. Both are great options for adding visibility to your bike without ever worrying about batteries.
5. Don’t be ashamed to walk the bike – Your morning bike commute is not the Tour de France. There’s no grand prize and yellow jersey at the finish line. There’s no reason to grind up those hills if you stayed up until 3am last night watching X-files reruns and eating cereal (am I the only one that does that?). Feel free to get off the bike and walk up some of those hills. We’re trying to keep this fun folks.
6. Take the flattest route possible – Remember that the shortest route is not necessarily the best. By using a tool like www.mapmyride.com you can view the elevation map of your route. Play around with different variations to see what makes for the easiest way to the office.
7. For a long commute, consider driving part of it – If you’ve got a commute that’s to long for your physical condition or time restraints, try finding a public parking lot where you can stash your car. Drive halfway and then bike the rest.

Source link:
The Slacker’s Guide to Bike Commuting

A Guide to a Simple Bike Commute

This is a first in a series of bicycle commuting tips from the web site: Commute By Bike. I will post about one a day. This will be in addition to my normal commute postings.

Designing your bike commute to be as minimalistic as possible will make it easier to opt for your carbon free, two wheeled transportation on a more regular basis. It will also reduce the daily stress of between waking up and walking out the door. The tips in this article take more planning to implement, but are well worth the extra effort.

Benefits of Simplifying
A few of the reasons this is important…

Minimizes morning excuses – Let’s all be honest, we’ve had those mornings that we woke up with the full intention of riding the bike to work and once we saw the flat tire or realized we hadn’t packed the night before, we grabbed for the keys instead. By simplifying your commute, you’ll reduce the amount of excuses that can crop up to keep you off the bike.
Reduces stress – Along the same lines as minimizing your excuses, nothing causes more stress than running around trying to do everything before work, especially if you overslept. When you wake up in the morning and everything you need is in place, it’s a much more relaxing way to get on the bike.
Helps you enjoy the ride – If you’re frazzled when you jump on the bike it’s much more likely you won’t enjoy the ride. Once you implement these methods to simplify your commute you’ll be freed to enjoy your commute. That’s really why we do this anyway, right?

How to simplify your bike commute
There are several ways to simplify your bike commute. Even if you implement a few of these, you’ll see a huge difference in your daily ride quality and an increase in your frequency of opting for the bike.

1. Ride a simple bike – Ride a bike that has tried and true technology that’s not going to cause a lot of mechanical problems. A steel, fixed geared bike will probably go for years without major mechanical problems that will leave your stranded. Opt for a bike without all the bells and whistles.
2. Check your bike every weekend – regular riding will cause wear on the consumable parts of your bike and you’ll want to make sure you catch any problems early:
Tire pressure
Tire wear and damage
Tightness of quick releases and other fastenings
Brakes for wear and stopping power
Chain for stiff links, rust and dryness
3. Clean your bike regularly – At least once a month, or after a particularly dirty commute, you’ll want to to clean your bike of any dirt and grime that can cause problems in the long term.
4. Always carry flat repair materials – Invest in a saddle bag, pack it with an extra tube, tire levers, patch kit, pump and hex wrenches and always keep it on your bike. This way you always know you have what you need to fix a flat and keep moving.
5. Store hygienic necessities at the office – Keep an extra of everything you need to clean up from your commute (deodorant, towels, wipes, etc) at your office. No need to daily carry them back and forth.
6. Leave a pair of shoes at the office – If you ride with clipless pedals or need to wear more dressy shoes at work, store a pair at the office. Again, no need to carry them back and forth each day.
7. Take all your clothes for the week on Monday – I’ve heard suggestions of driving on Monday to take everything in for commuting the rest of the week. However if your bulkier items (shoes, towels, etc) are already at the office, then five changes of clothes will easily fit inside a normal sized backpack or panniers.
8. Always keep an extra set of clothes at the office – Keep an extra belt, pair of pants, shirt, pair of socks, bra, underwear, etc at your office at all times. There’s nothing worse than being halfway into your commute when you remember you forgot an essential.
9. Pack the night before – By packing your clothes and lunch the night before you’ll reduce your stress the next morning. You’ll also be in a better state of mind so not to forget something.
10. Only pack the essentials – Do you really need three tubes, the Sam’s club bottle of gel and an extra helmet? When packing your bag the night before, ask yourself if each item is a necessity.
11. Carry smaller sizes – If you don’t have a place to store your hygienic items at the office, try going smaller. Put your liquids like gel and shampoo in smaller bottles. Purchase travel sized deodorant and toothpaste. This will reduce your daily bulk to carry.
12. Plan your route ahead of time – For most commutes there are several different ways to get from your house to the office. Use a tool such as Google Maps to plan a route that is more scenic, avoids dangerous roads and skips road work.
13. Check the weather nightly – Keep an eye on your local weather so you can plan to dress for the temperature and precipitation.

Implementing these tips to simplify your bike commute will reduce the stress of getting out the door and ultimately help you enjoy the ride more.

Link to source:
A Guide to a Simple Bike Commute

09/23/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 23.09 miles.

23.09 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.62

Current profit amount; $444.53 + $16.62, total profit from today's commute = $461.15 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,980.40 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1923 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 99.02

09/22/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 6.24 miles.

6.24 miles x $0.72 per mile = $4.49

Current profit amount; $440.04 + $4.49, total profit from today's commute = $444.53 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,957.31 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1901 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 97.87

09/17/2009 commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 22.94 miles.

22.94 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.51

Current profit amount; $423.53 + $16.51, total profit from today's commute = $440.04 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,951.07 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1895 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 97.55

09/14/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 11.40 miles.

11.40 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.20

Current profit amount; $415.33 + $8.20, total profit from today's commute = $423.53 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,928.13 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1873 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 96.41

Symptoms that a bike commuter is going over the edge

Author is unknown.

1) You realize you have no idea how much gas costs and even though you been going to work along the same route for the past two years or more, you can't seem to recall a single gas station along the way.
2) The sentence, "Americans are too dependent upon their cars." makes perfect sense to you.
3) The sentence, "A bicycle is an efficient and practical means of transit" makes perfect sense to you.
4) You really couldn't care less that you have a full knapsack, brown socks, and are riding a mountain bike on paved roads.
5) While doing #4 above, you find that you are leaving sprinting wannabes in the dust and loving it.
6) You brace for potholes- even when you are in a car.
7) YOu think of all roads in terms of their "hilliness."
8) You refused to join your local bike club because they have never heard of "Effective Cycling."
and most telling of all...
9) You become anti-social and distrustful of everyone you meet and secretly wonder how they treat cyclists on the road. You re-read Spike Bike stories every night and really identify with Spike, and you begin to wonder if your family, friends, neighbors, church members and co-workers wouldn't run over you in a heartbeat if they didn't happen to recognize it was you on the bicycle.

09/10/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 20.76 miles.

20.76 miles x $0.72 per mile = $14.94

Current profit amount; $400.39 + $14.94, total profit from today's commute = $415.33 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,916.73 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1862 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 95.84

09/09/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 23.01 miles.

23.01 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.56

Current profit amount; $383.83 + $16.56, total profit from today's commute = $400.39 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,895.97 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1841 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 94.80

09/04/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 11.40 miles.

11.40 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.20

Current profit amount; $375.63 + $8.20, total profit from today's commute = $383.83 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,872.96 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1819 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 93.65

08/31/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 23.24 miles.

23.24 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.73

Current profit amount; $358.90 + $16.73, total profit from today's commute = $375.63 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,861.56 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1808 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 93.08

08/28/2009 Commute

Commute from work.

Total Miles: 11.48 miles.

11.48 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.26

Current profit amount; $350.64 + $8.26, total profit from today's commute = $358.90 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,838.32 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1785 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 91.92

08/27/2009 Commute

Commute from work.

Total Miles: 11.39 miles.

11.39 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.20

Current profit amount; $342.44 + $8.20, total profit from today's commute = $350.64 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,826.84 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1774 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 91.34

08/26/2009 Commute

Commute from work.

Total Miles: 11.54 miles.

11.54 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.30

Current profit amount; $334.14 + $8.30, total profit from today's commute = $342.44 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,815.45 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1763 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 90.77

08/24/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 24.40 miles.

24.40 miles x $0.72 per mile = $17.56

Current profit amount; $316.58 + $17.56, total profit from today's commute = $334.14 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,803.91 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1752 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 90.20

08/21/2009 Commute

Commute from work.

Total Miles: 11.50 miles.

11.50 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.28

Current profit amount; $308.30 + $8.28, total profit from today's commute = $316.58 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,779.51 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1728 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 88.98

08/18/2009 Commute

Commute from work.

Total Miles: 6.32 miles.

6.32 miles x $0.72 per mile = $4.55

Current profit amount; $303.75 + $4.55, total profit from today's commute = $308.30 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,768.01 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1717 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 88.40

08/17/2009 Commute

Commute from work.

Total Miles: 11.49 miles.

11.49 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.27

Current profit amount; $295.48 + $8.27, total profit from today's commute = $303.75 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,761.69 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1711 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 88.08

08/14/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 11.42 miles.

11.42 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.22

Current profit amount; $287.26 + $8.22, total profit from today's commute = $295.48 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,750.20 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1700 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 87.51

08/12/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 23.17 miles.

23.17 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.68

Current profit amount; $270.58 + $16.68, total profit from today's commute = $287.26 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,738.78 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1689 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 86.94

08/11/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 22.93 miles.

22.93 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.50

Current profit amount; $254.08 + $16.50, total profit from today's commute = $270.58 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,715.61 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1666 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 85.78

08/11/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 22.91 miles.

22.91 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.49

Current profit amount; $237.59 + $16.49, total profit from today's commute = $254.08 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,692.68 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1644 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 84.63

08/10/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 24.81 miles.

24.81 miles x $0.72 per mile = $17.86

Current profit amount; $219.73 + $17.86, total profit from today's commute = $237.59 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,669.77 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1622 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 83.49

08/08/2009 Errands

Errands/History and Culture Photo Ride.

Total Miles: 20 miles.

20 miles x $0.72 per mile = $14.40

Current profit amount; $205.33 + $14.40, total profit from today's commute = $219.73 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,644.96 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1598 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 82.25

08/07/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 11.48 miles.

11.48 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.26

Current profit amount; $197.07 + $8.26, total profit from today's commute = $205.33 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,624.96 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1578 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 81.25

08/06/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 22.92 miles.

22.92 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.50

Current profit amount; $180.57 + $16.50, total profit from today's commute = $197.07 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,613.48 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1567 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 80.67

08/05/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 12.95 miles.

12.95 miles x $0.72 per mile = $9.32

Current profit amount; $171.25 + $9.32, total profit from today's commute = $180.57 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,590.56 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1545 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 79.53

08/04/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 24.45 miles.

11.55 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.31

Current profit amount; $162.94 + $8.31, total profit from today's commute = $171.25 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,577.61 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1532 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 78.88

08/03/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 24.45 miles.

24.45 miles x $0.72 per mile = $17.60

Current profit amount; $145.34 + $17.60, total profit from today's commute = $162.94 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,566.06 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1521 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 78.30

07/31/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 23.13 miles.

23.13 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.65

Current profit amount; $128.69 + $16.65, total profit from today's commute = $145.34 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,541.61 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1497 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 77.08

07/29/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 6.17 miles.

6.17 miles x $0.72 per mile = $4.44

Current profit amount; $124.25 + $4.44, total profit from today's commute = $128.69 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,518.48 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1475 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 75.92

07/28/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 22.71 miles.

22.71 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.35

Current profit amount; $107.90 + $16.35, total profit from today's commute = $124.25 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,512.31 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1469 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 75.62

07/27/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 22.38 miles.

22.77 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.11

Current profit amount; $91.79 + $16.11, total profit from today's commute = $107.90 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,489.60 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1447 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 74.48

07/24/2009 Commute

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 22.77 miles.

22.77 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.39

Current profit amount; $75.40 + $16.39, total profit from today's commute = $91.79 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,467.22 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1425 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 73.36

07/23/2009

Commute to/from work.

Total Miles: 17.98 miles.

17.98 miles x $0.72 per mile = $12.94

Current profit amount; $62.46 + $12.94, total profit from today's commute = $75.40 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,444.45 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1403 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 72.22

07/22/2009 Commute

Commute to work, from work to Masonic Lodge.

Total Miles: 22.38 miles.

22.38 miles x $0.72 per mile = $18.02

Current profit amount; $46.35 + $16.11, total profit from today's commute = $62.46 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,426.47 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1385 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 71.32

07/21/2009 Commute

Commute to work, from work to Masonic Lodge.

Total Miles: 25.03 miles.

25.03 miles x $0.72 per mile = $18.02

Current profit amount; $28.33 + $18.02, total profit from today's commute = $46.35 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,404.09 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1364 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 70.20

07/20/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 11.15 miles.

11.15 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.02


Current profit amount; $20.31 + $8.02, total profit from today's commute = $28.33 Total current profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1,379.06 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1339 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 68.95

07/17/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 22.45 miles.

22.45 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.64


Total profit from today's commute; $16.64 + $3.67, current profit amount = $20.31profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1367.91 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1328 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 68.40

07/15/2009 Commute

Commute to work.

Total Miles: 3.38 miles.

3.38 miles x $0.72 per mile = $2.43


Total profit from today's commute; $2.43 + $1.24, current profit amount = $3.67profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1345.46 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1307.46 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 67.27

07/14/2009 Commute

Commute to and from work.

Total Miles: 22.66 miles.

22.66 miles x $0.72 per mile = $16.31


Total profit from today's commute; $16.31 - $15.07, amount neeed to pay off for equipment before I break even or show a profit = $1.24 profit.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1342.08 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1303 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 67.10

07/02/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 43.31 miles.

43.13 miles x $0.72 per mile = $31.05

Current total to pay off for equipment $46.12 - $31.05 amount of profit made on today's ride = $15.07 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1319.42 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1281 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 65.97

07/01/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.22 miles.

11.22 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.07

Current total to pay off for equipment $54.19 - $8.07 amount of profit made on today's ride = $46.12 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1276.11 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1239 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 63.81

06/29/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.21 miles.

11.22 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.07

Current total to pay off for equipment $62.26 - $8.07 amount of profit made on today's ride = $54.19 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1264.89 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1228 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 63.24

06/25/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.22 miles.

11.22 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.07

Current total to pay off for equipment $70.33 - $8.07 amount of profit made on today's ride = $62.26 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1253.68 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1217 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 62.68

06/24/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 6.08 miles.

6.08 miles x $0.72 per mile = $4.37

Current total to pay off for equipment $74.70 - $4.37 amount of profit made on today's ride = $70.33 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1242.46 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1207 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 62.12

06/23/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.24 miles.

11.24 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.09

Current total to pay off for equipment $82.79 - $8.09 amount of profit made on today's ride = $74.70 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1236.38 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1201 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 61.82

06/22/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.86 miles.

11.86 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.53

Current total to pay off for equipment $91.32 - $8.53 amount of profit made on today's ride = $82.79 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1225.14 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1190 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 61.26

06/05/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 9.34 miles.

9.34 miles x $0.72 per mile = $6.72

Current total to pay off for equipment $98.04 - $6.72 amount of profit made on today's ride = $91.32 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1213.28 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1178 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 60.66

06/04/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.37 miles.

11.37 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.18

Current total to pay off for equipment $106.22 - $8.18 amount of profit made on today's ride = $98.04 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1203.94 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1169 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 60.20

06/03/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.63 miles.

11.63 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.37

Current total to pay off for equipment $114.59 - $8.37 amount of profit made on today's ride = $106.22 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1192.57 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1158 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 59.63

05/30/2009 Errands

Errands to Hy-Vee, bottle redemtption center, Albrecht Cycle Shop, post office, The Home Depot, SHop-Ko and back to Hy-Vee.

Total Miles: 12.31 miles.

12.31 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.86

$10.00 for glass milk bottles redeemed at Hy-Vee + $1.70 for cans and bottles redeemed at can redemption center = $11.70

$11.70 + $8.86 = $20.56 total amount of profit made on today's ride.

Current total to pay off for equipment $135.15 - $20.56 amount of profit made on today's ride = $114.59 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1180.94 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1147 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 59.05

05/29/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 11.36 miles.

11.36 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.17

Current total to pay off for equipment $143.32 - $8.17 amount of profit made on today's ride = $135.15 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1168.63 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1135 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 58.43

05/25/2009 Errands

Ran errand to The Home Depot and back home.

Total Miles: 10.10 miles.

10.10 miles x $0.72 per mile = $7.27

Current total to pay off for equipment $150.59 - $7.27 amount of profit made on today's ride = $143.32 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1157.27 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1124 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 57.86

05/20/2009 Commute

Commute from work to start of Ride Of Silence, from end of Ride Of Silence to where wife picked me up.

Total Miles: 10.11 miles.

10.11 miles x $0.72 per mile = $7.27

Current total to pay off for equipment $157.86 - $7.27 amount of profit made on today's ride = $150.59 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1147.17 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1114 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 57.36

05/18/2009 Commute

Commute home from work.

Total Miles: 12.87 miles.

12.87 miles x $0.72 per mile = $9.26

Current total to pay off for equipment $167.12 - $9.26 amount of profit made on today's ride = $157.86 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1137.06 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1104 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 56.85

05/14/2009 Commute

Commute from work to Woodbury County Democratic Party Central Committee meeting.

Total Miles: 9.35 miles.

9.35 miles x $0.72 per mile = $6.73

Current total to pay off for equipment $173.85 - $6.73 amount of profit made on today's ride = $167.12 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1124.19 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1092 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 56.21

05/13/2009 Commute

Commute from work to bike club meeting.

Total Miles: 2.46 miles.

2.46 miles x $0.72 per mile = $1.77

Current total to pay off for equipment $175.62 - $1.77 amount of profit made on today's ride = $173.85 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1114.84 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1083 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 55.74

This guy gets it.

Brian Krans, a reporter for the Argus/Dispatch QC Online recently switched from motor vehicle form of transportation to riding an urban commuter bike. He has come to understand the thrill, pleasure and joy of commuting by bike. He gets it. I agree with him in knowing and getting a rush out of going fast down a hill and the possibility of the inherent danger of riding in traffic, fighting/competing with cars for lane space. No doubt about it, it is an adrenaline rush and a lot of fun.

He also understands that most drivers do not often look for anything other then other motor vehicles and that some drivers like to throw things at cyclists. I wish him the best of luck in his commuting endeavors and am glad that yet one more person understands what it is all about.

Story;
Dear drivers, LOOK! But don't throw things. Thanks.

05/11/2009 Commute

Commute from work to home.

Total Miles: 11.40 miles.

11.40 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.20

Current total to pay off for equipment $183.82 - $8.20 amount of profit made on today's ride = $175.62 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1112.38 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1080 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 55.62

Bike To Work Week

This week 05/09 to 05/15 is Bike To Work Week. Everyone is encouraged to get on their bikes and ride to/from work. I have registered on the Bike To Work site. My registration number is 2087. I think this means this is how many registered participants in Iowa who will commute to work during Bike To Work Week. My commute is about 11.5 miles long one way and I usually commute home from work. Currently it is too cold in the mornings for me to commute to work. My wife brings me and the bike and I ride home after work. The executive direcotr of the bike club I belong to, Siouxland Cyclists, is trying to line up interviews with the media this week. This past weekend I attended one of the Bike To Work Week kick off events, The Coolest Bike In Town contest. The weather should be pretty good for commuting this week.

05/07/2009 Commute

Commute from work to home.

Total Miles: 11.44 miles.

11.44 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.23

Current total to pay off for equipment $192.05 - $8.23 amount of profit made on today's ride = $183.82 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1100.98 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1069 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 55.05

05/04/2009 Commute

Commute from work to home.

Total Miles: 11.60 miles.

11.60 miles x $0.72 per mile = $8.35

Current total to pay off for equipment $200.40 - $8.35 amount of profit made on today's ride = $192.05 amount remaining before I break even.

Gas Free Commute/Errand Stats since 2008:
Total Commute & Errand Distance: 1089.54 miles
Total Greenhouse Gas emissions not created: 1058 pounds
NAVG Gal. saved. (NAVG Gal. - National Average Gallons): 54.80