Well, I've had my 5 spot for about a month now, and I need to detail out reasons I shouldn't have.
(1) No more equipment excuses: If I miss a turn, or don't clear an obstacle, I'm not able to blame my bike, because it can certainly make it.
(2) No more rest on the climbs: I used to get a break from climbing, because the rear wheel would break loose, or I couldn't get over something, or I take the wrong line. Now, my Spot just rolls over everything.
(3) My road bike gets lonely: I have a nice road bike, but it's seeing a lot less riding time, what with the amazing amount of fun I get to have on my new Spot.
(4) My car spends many days at home: Sure, I used to be able to drive to work every day, but now that I have the Spot, and I found a single track route to work, I ride to work much more.
(5) No more longing gazes at bike publications: I used to be able to wile away the hours, looking at bikes that were better than mine. I can't do that any more, because I can't find any bikes I'd rather have.
Ah, well. Live and learn. I'm sure I'll be able to deal with it, but I certainly appreciate any and all condolences.
(1) No more equipment excuses: If I miss a turn, or don't clear an obstacle, I'm not able to blame my bike, because it can certainly make it.
(2) No more rest on the climbs: I used to get a break from climbing, because the rear wheel would break loose, or I couldn't get over something, or I take the wrong line. Now, my Spot just rolls over everything.
(3) My road bike gets lonely: I have a nice road bike, but it's seeing a lot less riding time, what with the amazing amount of fun I get to have on my new Spot.
(4) My car spends many days at home: Sure, I used to be able to drive to work every day, but now that I have the Spot, and I found a single track route to work, I ride to work much more.
(5) No more longing gazes at bike publications: I used to be able to wile away the hours, looking at bikes that were better than mine. I can't do that any more, because I can't find any bikes I'd rather have.
Ah, well. Live and learn. I'm sure I'll be able to deal with it, but I certainly appreciate any and all condolences.
