Of Tires And Caps

Went to Performance today and purchased a cheap tire for the rear on the Jamis. I THINK this is the first tire I have put on since I purchased it. I bought a GT2. It cost 8 or 9 dollers, I think, I've already lost the receipt. It's not REALLY the tire I wanted, but I got confused looking their tires. They are a bit of a mess.

So, it looks like I got around 2,200 miles on the orginal equipment tire. I don't know what brand it was, it seems to have its label, but the front tire is a Hutchinson, if that means anything. One would think it came with the same brand tires on both wheels... I should have gotten another Hutchinson, but I couldn't bring myself to spend the bucks. Although it probably would have been cost effective.

I also bought a fleece-lined cap that goes under the helmet and will cover up my delicate ears, even while wearing glasses (I hope!). I may have to sew on some strings so I can tie the flaps together. Some say it doesn't get cold enough in Southern California, but I get plenty cold sometimes!

I'd like to put a basket on the front of the bike, too. I read an article at Rivendell Bicycles that said THEY like baskets, so if it's good enough for THEM, it's good enough for ME!