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I would like to introduce you to my new 10 Euro friend, Cybil. She is a treasure. As the weather here in Berlin starts to warm and the sun is shines more often I have grown jealous of all the bicyclists who pass me on my way to school everyday. I started the search for my own bike on craigslist and also visited a couple of weekend flea markets but nothing was connecting with me. I could tell the guys at the flea markets were trying to sell me a bike that was most likely stolen and as soon as I got home it would fall apart. Then everything on craigslist was just too shiny and expensive. I was looking for a bike that had some character and resembled a side of life that I hadn't experienced yet. That is exactly what Cybil looks like to me. She's from the other side of town, probably has had many owners, and I couldn't take my eyes of her from the moment we met. Her tires are too different colors and her chain is all rusted but at least I know no one else will steal her away from me.
What this colorful bike has brought me is a completely new way to see Berlin. This city is so easy to bike in. There are bike lanes everywhere and even traffic lights especially for bikers. When I was out after an early day at school I noticed that I had traveled much furthur than I thought I could in such a short period. Now, I am so much more eager to go out and explore Berlin. I can just get on my bike and head in any direction. When I get lost all I need to do is find the Fernsehturm in the skyline, head towards it and I'll be home in no time.
So today while I was out on Cybil I took some videos of what I saw. It was great going to so many great sightseeing spots all in one trip. The video is below, just be aware of my great humming and sound effects . Tschus!
