My Bike Dreams Are Coming True!

So, I got some old bonds my parents had bought for me every year from '86-'92 that before interest totaled up to $750 which was awesome in and of itself, but with interest it came to a little over $1,200.  I've had my eye on the Public V7 bike, so I called up a dealer for them that's based in Auburn, CA.  They didn't have any in stock, but brought one in for me to try out.  Today I made the drive, (traffic was terrible...) and test rode it and it was great!  Road very smooth, turned nicely, and felt great riding mostly upright.  I could see very clearly all around me, and I suspect I'm easier to see.

 As the pictures show, yes I did get it!  I also needed a new helmet, as mine got cracked from sitting out in the sin too much.  So I went to REI and got a Bern Brentwood, that looks awesome!

Also picked up some nice lights, the Urban 500, and the Vis 180.

I also ordered a rear rack that is painted to match the bike, and I got a Timbuk 2 pannier that removes easily and will make a great bag for school, and make it easy to bring stuff with me to work.

 Needless to say, I'm super excited and can't wait to ride everywhere!

Also progress, not good this week as I suspected, spent the week drinking with my bro, not eating great , and my exercises were spotty.  I'm rededicating myself this week, and will kill it.  Plus adding in all the bike riding I plan to do things should continue nicely.