Let’s be honest — biking starts as a hobby… but then it slowly takes over your life. One day you’re just casually riding around the block — next thing you know, you’re googling “best bikes under my entire life savings.”
Here are some undeniable signs that you’ve officially entered the Bike Life Zone (and there’s no turning back).
1. You Judge Distance in Minutes by Bike, Not by Car
Someone says, “That place is 5km away.”
Normal people: “That’s far.”
You: “That’s like… a chill 15-minute ride.”
2. You Have Tan Lines… Weird Ones
Not beach tan lines — helmet straps tan lines, glove tan lines, shorts tan lines. It’s a badge of honor at this point.
3. Your Phone Gallery is 90% Bike Photos
Bike next to a sunset.
Bike next to a mountain.
Bike next to… literally anything.
4. You’ve Named Your Bike
Don’t lie. It has a name. And it has a personality. And yes, you talk to it when nobody’s around.
5. Rainy Days = Mood Ruined
Plans get canceled? Okay.
Internet’s down? No big deal.
Raining on ride day? Heart shattered.
6. You Own More Bike Clothes Than Regular Clothes
Why do you have 5 jerseys but only 2 casual shirts? Don’t ask. It just happened.
7. Your Legs Are Stronger Than Your WiFi Signal
Hills? No problem.
Stairs? Easy.
Squats? Piece of cake.
But ask you to stand up after a long ride? RIP.
8. You Plan Trips Based on “Can I Bike There?”
Beach trip? Bring the bike.
Out of town? Bring the bike.
Wedding? … okay maybe not, but you thought about it.
9. You’ve Mastered the Biker Wave/Nod
That subtle nod when passing another biker — it’s the secret handshake of the cycling world.
10. You Say “Last Ride” … But It Never Is
Every biker’s greatest lie: “This is my last ride for the week.”
Spoiler: See you tomorrow.