Hit 500 miles on my bike commute this morning without realizing it

I was checking my bike computer this morning after my normal 12 mile ride to work in Portland and saw I crossed 500 miles for the year. That's 500 miles I didn't drive, which feels pretty good since I only started bike commuting back in March. Anyone else track miles on their commute and get surprised by a milestone like this?

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brooke7676d ago

Why are you acting like they're trying to run for office over a bike ride lol

finleym437d ago

500 miles is nothing to sneeze at for someone who only started a few months ago, but are you really saving that much gas money after you factor in the extra food you eat and bike maintenance? Those calorie swaps on the way to work can add up fast, especially if you're grabbing a bigger breakfast or lunch to fuel the ride home. Just curious what the actual trade-off looks like when you run the numbers.