I have gotten more than a few notes chiding me for not showing pics of my new girl (see above). She is a 2011 Surly LHT. And I really love the black paint job and accoutrements. I’m still waiting for a front rack. But otherwise, she is outfitted with everything I need. I especially love the kickstand!
As a steel bike, the ride is wonderfully smooth. She takes potholes, road cracks and the occasional road repair efforts with ease. And the new rear lighting system (including a Topeak UFO light and a Blackburn Flea) ensures that I am completely visible while riding in the dark (at dawn and dusk).
I’m debating what comes next (after the arrival of the front rack). It might be different pedals or a new front lighting system. But both will wait for another six months or so. In the meantime, the next objective will be to pay the balance on a bicycle commuting jacket and a pair of platform shoes. But for now, me and my girl are having a wonderful ride to and from work.
-Roo
