Two wheels

Cybil

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!