I’ve not owned a bike since my last one was stolen years ago. Recently I’ve been very irritated with catching the bus to do what would be a fairly short bike ride. I would probably have to leave the house at the same time, too.

The problem I have is with getting the bike on the train all the time. I’ve heard stories of people not being allowed on because there was no room, etc. I don’t want it to end up costing me even more of what little time I have for myself after work.

I’m fairly sure there’s nowhere safe to chain the bike up at Mansfield Train Station, or the surrounding area. What I really want is a bike locker, or at least a security camera pointing at my bike, or some kind of insurance so I know I won’t lose a quick-release wheel or something bigger while I’m at work.

Suppose I should just buy a cheap-ish bike and see how it goes. At least I’d have a bike for the summer (or a small part of it).