Tried biking to work in a thunderstorm for the planet, ended up a soggy hero

So last Tuesday I decided to really commit to my no-car week, even though the forecast looked grim. I figured a little rain never hurt anyone, right? Well, about halfway through my 3 mile ride, the sky just opened up. I'm talking sideways rain, wind trying to steal my backpack, the whole deal. I had to pull over under a bus shelter, completely drenched, watching my reusable coffee cup fill with rainwater. The funniest part was this guy in a giant truck stopped at the light, rolled down his window, and just gave me a slow clap while shaking his head. I got to the office looking like a drowned rat, but my bike was safe and I didn't burn any gas. Has anyone else had a climate action plan spectacularly backfire in a hilarious way?

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cole_bailey8512d ago

Honestly, that sounds miserable but also kind of great. Getting caught like that is a badge of honor, even if it feels awful at the time. At least you have a story now.

parker_bell12d ago

That slow clap from the truck guy is the perfect mix of respect and pure pity. At least your coffee cup got a free refill, even if it was just sky water. Bet your office floor got a free mopping from your clothes too.