My back tire gave out recently on my beloved Brompton bicycle.
I then realised it was 2 years overdue for a service. Oops!
But I was busy at work, worried about the cost of the replacement, and unsure which bicycle shop would provide the best service, so I procrastinated.
For 3 weeks, I used city bike shares and the Underground, but after getting frustrated at my lack of mobility and flexibility, I eventually booked an appointment to get my bike fixed.
The experience was much faster, easier, and cheaper than I expected. My fears and worries were proven unfounded.
I then asked myself: Why did I procrastinate for so long? Why did I deal with 3 weeks of subpar transportation when I could’ve got the problem solved much sooner?
From now on, I’m going to try be on the front foot with maintenance—and not just with my bike!