So I returned my rental car and decided to bike to work, partly because I haven't done that for many years and partly because rental cars are so expensive here. Thus far, it's been a joy, but the weather has also been perfect. Portland is the second most bike-friendly city in the world (after Amsterdam). There are many bike lanes, and, more important, drivers are mostly considerate of the tens of thousands of bikers on the streets. I feel more secure because of all the other bikers on the streets at all hours of the day (and night). Alex was kind enough to let me borrow her bike; so I added toe clips and a basket and I'm set. It's 5.5 miles each way, so I'm getting my exercise and getting to know the neighborhoods. I love it!
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