Sometimes it's better to light a flamethrower than curse the darkness

I went to pick up my bike today - it was ready to collect after its tune-up - and as soon as I got outside I was struck by how good the air smelled!

I love this time of year.

Also: whoa I didn't know brakes could be that good on my bike! Turns out my brake pads really did need replacing (and cables possibly too). And shifting gears happens so quickly and easily now!Both of these things made my ride home confusing, because my reflexes are all wrong now, but I look forward to getting used to this.