“Nice bike,” he said. “Nice bike,” I said. “Is that special edition Golden Gate Bridge orange? It goes with my dress.” “Yes, and it matches my pants.” “Can I take your picture for Silicon Valley Bike Style?” “Sure.”
The only way to meet people on your commute that’s better than riding transit is riding transit with a bike.
About the Bike Commute Diaries: Launched in May 2012 for National Bike Month, this series explores the unexpected and surprising things I’ve learned about bicycling for transportation.
Katie
July 19, 2013 at 8:48 am
I like the bike and the pants! Was that you who yelled my name riding home from work yesterday?
ladyfleur
July 19, 2013 at 1:30 pm
That was me! I noticed the guy in the bow tie ahead of you, then saw you. Your chartreuse bike really stands out.