Thanks to Proteus and the amazing members of their cycling club, I now have bike shorts, jerseys, jackets, sunglasses, gloves, a hydration backpack and even some bike shoes to try out (plus some other stuff I'm forgetting). Perhaps even more valuable than their financial contributions and gear gifts was their kindness and encouragement for this upcoming journey. They were all total strangers to me but acted like we've been friends for years! It was a really special couple of hours.
I'm really proud of but also humbled by the fact that I have relied on community support for pretty much everything in preparation for this Summer. As I mentioned on Friday, it seems like there are so many kind people who want to help, they're just waiting for you to ask. Seeking out second-hand gear/supplies is a win-win-win: people get rid of unwanted stuff without adding to the landfill, I get free stuff (which then allows for more money to go to helping others... or paying rent 😅), AND there's a personal connection and conversation that comes with the transaction.
I'm stopping by the shop again this afternoon to get rid of some more cookies and chat about 4K (and hopefully learn more from them) at their bike advocacy meeting.
I'm a cyclist now (?)
p.s. Not to be greedy, but I'm still looking for a lightweight sleeping bag and pillow if anyone has some lying around :)
Happily,
Hayden
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