The title sounds a little weird. Doesn't it? It is "bike attitude" and here is the story behind it.
Recently I started to bike to work a couple of days a week. When I was talking to my parents (in India), I told them about this and they were shocked. I'm sure what I told them started a train of thoughts in their minds that might have lead to the conclusion that I was kicked out of my job and hence had to sell my Wrangler and ended up on this bicycle.
It is not surprising to me since we are not used to seeing people bike to work unless they can not afford to buy a motor vehicle (be it a two wheeler or a car). Only when you are a kid are you considered OK riding a bike. But keep in mind it got to be a real fancy one with gears and metallic finish. Once out of high school, nobody wants to ride a bike anymore. it is your duty to contribute to the increasing congestion on the roads and the pollution in the air.
While here, when my colleagues see me with my bike, I hear them say "I wish I stayed closer to work so that I can bike too". Of course, the question is, are they saying it just for the heck of it or do they really mean it?Labels: attitude, bicycle, bike, biking, cultre, ego, india, money, professional, rich neighborhood, status symbol, wealthy, work |
yup you are right...enjoy biking