My hatred for driving saved me $78,516.
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
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People are often surprised to learn that I can indeed drive. Even some of my closest friends forget this fact and are surprised when I remind them. The bottom line is, I hate driving and love cycling so much that, over the years, my hatred for driving has saved me and my family $78,516. Here's how.
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In my younger years a car gave me a lot of "freedom" to escape, make plans with friends, travel places on the cheap, etc.
Ten years later I have ditched my car and live completely bike and train based and I got to tell you it's not only the money you save, it's the fact that you have one fewer thing to worry about.
But this is Europe, things are way easier for car-free living here. We even have sidewalks.
you have the right mindset. I'm 39, married and have a kid, but I'm proud that we as a family have only owned one car which we share for the past ten years. Basically stay away from owning a car until you really have a need to have one.
I'm personally not old enough to own a car but I already making plans to go ever where with my bike work,school etc
An excellent choice, your health & wallet will thank you in the future.
Def think about getting a cargo bike or trailer in the future. Its amazing what you can move by bike with that and a backpack. That basically means you can avoid car use almost entirely.
That used to be my plan, until I got accepted into a University on the other side of my city. I'm not riding my bike across the city every day.
@Bebo beetles are badass
@@davidbronstein2040 yeah i know the feeling i ve riden 40 km just for fun but latelly ive tried to go to my hometown 6.8 km and ive had to came back by car because i could barelly move my legs anyways back on the road now 🙂
Hello, my name is Matthias Ulbrich. I'm 37 years old and i have to confess: I never made a drivers license. The last time I spent time behind a steering wheel I was 16 years old and this was the point in my life I made the decision that i will never again drive a death machine and I never regretted it since then.
very good! i had my license at 19, but bought my first car at 37. only because my job was out of town. The rest i cycled. and i still regret buying the car. i stopped biking and my condition was gone after a year.
Well, cycling had a different effect on you than most people.
Most people find bicycles are hard work and they leave never to return.
Who ever gave you a steering wheel at a young age was ambitious.
By the time people are old enough to comprehend you've wasted your youth.
Luxury must be treated with respect.
Anything above walking is total luxury.
I have not driven a car in 15 years, i live in a small town and just cycle everywhere i need to go. I had a few different bikes to start with but for the last 10 years i've just been riding my $150 fixie, in that time i've only had to replace my bar tape and seat once and a handful of tires and tubes. I enjoy not having to pay a car loan, maintenance, insurance, gas or the stress of someone stealing or denting it.
I can just hear car companies and society geting angry hearing "I enjoy not having to pay a car loan, maintenance"
I owned and drove cars and motorcycles for 14 years, now my license is expired since 2015. Not going back to gasoline addiction anymore. Waste of time, health, nerves and money.
@Bebo I prefer to stay single.
@Bebo I had old cars, because I like fixing things with my hands. Females like me because I'm tall and fit. And I don't really care about money, my life is minimalistic, and I love it that way. You can be poor and live the best part of your life.
But. Doesnt you miss the motorcycles?
@@communist-hippie No. I had fun on them, but lost a few friends before I sold my last motorcycle. No engine, no problems.
@Bebo Under 25 best part of your life? Boy, do I got news for you, lol.
I haven't owned a car or had a license in roughly eight or nine years, which has allowed me to be able to actually pay my bills, live comfortably and do the things I want, when I want. I have been able to pursue an artistic passion of drawing and painting and invest in quality materials and supplies as needed. I am currently rounding up parts for my first ever bike build, a fixie, and I am stoked to be able to afford that!! In the past i have had geared beach cruisers, road bikes and even single speeds. Def looking forward to building a bike on my own terms and something I can be proud of...as I peddle off into the new year. Cheers Zach!! Love your channel and the content you put out. Stay safe out there ✌🏽
Riding my bike everywhere (and not owning a car) has made it possible for me to attend a university and helped me find work easier during this pandemic (delivering food!). I total agree with the mental/emotional need that riding a bike fulfills. I hate weeks where I ride less due to life, because riding is fun and I find myself struggling to stay motivated/productive/happy/all those good things.
I’m only 14 and don’t own a car but I want to keep it that way because I like riding bikes a lot. Thx for telling me it’s ok lol
You're already ahead of your age group for figuring that out. Don't buy into societies BS message that you have to have a car to be successful. @Ivan
I would recommend you at least get the driving license and try driving a bit with your parents' car, it's a skill and a very useful one. The same way you shouldn't let society in general tell you you MUST own a car, don't let a youtube video tell you you MUST hate cars and never own / drive one.
That being said, yeah, good choice by preferring bikes.
@Bebo If that's aimed at me...I've been driving cars for 40 yrs. I know a couple things about driving, and wouldn't vote for AOC if my life depended on it.
@Bebo what's up with you man? You seem upset for some reason lol
You nailed it when you said that riding makes you feel alive
I just sold my car. I live in LA and traffic is awful! I’d rather do my 20 mile commute by bike.
I gave up cars when I moved to Taiwan seven years ago. Sometimes I think I've spent a lot on my bicycles until I compare it with the expenses of car ownership. I have not calculated it precisely, but it's in the same ballpark as you. Sometimes I miss driving, but I sure don't miss owning a car. Parking alone would cost me more per month than my bikes have cost me.
I want to move to a warmer climate so I can ride my bike all year long everywhere
put on spike wheels. We have people here in finland riding their bikes between piles of snow!
The climate of your area is important but you can commute and ride daily in every climate! There is a bike and clothes for every situation
Well for me a little different and mostly my fault......I had my license suspended sometime ago....so again my fault.....still needed to move around go to work just like anyone else. So I needed to figure it out on my own. Sold my car (couldn’t drive it) got a nice bike paid all legal fees cleaned up my act got healthier and I really really liked biking every where. I was able to spot hole in the walls to get a bite to eat that you’ll never find unless you know about it and definitely wouldn’t spot them with a car. Got fit. Real fit. Dated beautiful girls some much younger than me. And honestly I’m content and happier with myself. Mostly work from home or just a bike ride away. And saved a significant amount of money because I don’t own a car or have to pay registration gas insurance and regular maintenance.
Zach is right though...about girls if she’s materialistic to where she expects you to take her out and buy her things stay away...in fact friendzone her first if you can it’s just you and your bike. both achieving goals! .....but if she likes nice things and gets them all on her own and isn’t worried about what you drive...what’s up 😏
Oh and thank goodness for Uber and all the other ride shares and food delivery services. See you don’t need a car!
Good for you man! Sounds like you've made some really positive changes, couldn't agree more with all your points. Very inspirational. All the best!
@Bebo dude definately isn’t poverty coping and I don’t think coping toward being able to have more money in your pocket and be more fit + enjoy your life overall is a bad thing if you have to sub out materialistic women🤦🏻 you sound desperate for a good looking women
How old were you when this all happened ? I'm really curious. It's an awesome story.
I grew up in New York City and have never bothered to get my license..it has always been easier and faster for me to get around on the many bikes that have unfortunately been stolen..hey it comes with the territory..I will never drive a car..
Own a big white creeper van that I bought all in total for less than $2000. It definitely made moving across town with my bikes a lot easier.
me wondering where tf the camera is attached for the whole vid
The Fixie Powers That Be have granted Zach the gift of psychokinesis, so he can simply have the camera levitate in front of him for his ride.
Do you already know the answer by now?
It seems like he is using a 3d camera and the selfie stick/monopod its mounted to is in its blind spot
*360 degree, not 3d lol
Right hand mutated in video...
I love cycling and I daily cycle everywhere. I love driving too and i go for drive weekends and for can get big grocery shopping.
Same here, I like both although I do feel way better when I cycle places. For driving I find renting a car once or twice a month much easier than actually owning a car.
I’ve been waiting for a video for so long...had to watch old ones for the 4th time just to get through the rest of my day
I completely understand you Zack. My days are different when I ride my bike, I feel more creative, full of energy and free. Thanks for this video.
Awesome speech! Winters are crap for cycling where I am, and this your story very much amplifies how I can't wait for the weather to permit me cycle everywhere again.
I’ve saved over 30k in the last 5 years just commuting to work by bicycle
If we drank every time you mentioned your hatred for driving we'd be hospitalized. I feel it tho...
What would I do with $78k?
Buy a cool car.
Buy me a car too
Lol
Nice down payment on a house...
@@michaeldresler1751 id only pay 12k max for a down payment for a house
Or 60 wabicycles
Bike for life! :D Every time I get the chance to ride the bike is taken, otherwise it's just Public Transport or Car sharing Services. Great video!
I only use the car for passengers and occasionally volunteer work moving donated food. Dont own my own car either just a motorcycle and 2 bikes. The thing I hate most about driving is the innability to avoid issues. You basically only have braking and accelerating and a bit of steering since youre generally confined to one or two lanes.With bikes, pedal or motor powered, you can use every inch of the road surface as well as go offroad if the situation requires. That manueverability in tight spaces can actually make riding faster than driving in crowded cities.
I love working on cars but driving is stressful. Riding bicycles is relaxing. My bicycles are life.
i hate smoke belching, especially here in the Phils, making sure to overtake the road with bicycle! (okay back to bike restoration work)
“as far as i know”😭
Here in Kazakhstan. Especially in Nur-Sultan. Where winter almost 6 months long. I have 6-8 month to ride. Now I feel myself depressed and crying around cuz of snowy blizzardy winter, plus no bike infrastructure whatsoever. But even in this circumstances I see some guys, not many, but anyway still ride their bikes...
"B roll not available" Subtle. Nice touch.
I am literally laughing out loud right now...
I'm 40yrs old and ride 7 days a week and prefer my bike over a car (over 10yrs since I've owned a car) cycling has kept me fit and a fun hobby and taught me humility (priceless) , my bike is similar to the one in the video and I have been hit already by a driver not paying attention, 5 mon to heal and repaired my whip, thanks for the video broham , no critiquing here SS or fixie or gears carbon or steel or aluminum ride what you like and enjoy ✌✊
Turned 50 yesterday, sold my car and 2 of my 3 bikes 5 yrs ago when I moved to Germany. Stayed a year and came home with no bike ... bought a SS to get around right away and now own 2 fixed gears, that original SS and an MTB... and STILL no car. I live in a hilly city in Atlantic Canada and ride year round.
first video of the year! happy new year man
Weekly travel expenses are generally at £40. Thats been wiped out after deciding to cycle 10km to work instead.
I did a similar thing recently, made a video hauling a bike via bike to a shop to deal with a seatpost. Building this sucker up now.
This is so cool I'm 19 and I haven't owned a car but it all started with a chromoly fixie. I bought my first fixie for ninety dollars it was a bargain and the first day I went on a spin my palm skin was peeled I didn't realize I had hurt myself because of the amount joy I had. I was able to commute to my workplace, college and to the Beach( group ride ). I bought my first road bike and its brought me more motivation to drive the chain. Cycling isn't just a sport its a lifestyle baby
i used a bike + train as my commute transport for several years instead of sitting in bay area traffic. that was a win, but otherwise if you have to go long distances on a bike it takes way more time - and time is money.
Time is not money, it is to consumewho..s
Honestly? Fuck money, time is way more valuable.
Our time here is finite, so better spend it doing stuff you love, instead of wasting away at some shitty job.
Unless of course you are one of those weirdos who actually like their freaking job🥴🤯
Never owned or insured a car til I was 29. Biking everywhere was just my default from around age 7. Eventually I wound up going all the way over to the other side until I was driving a huge truck for a living and never biking at all. Finally getting back on the bike recently and loving it!! Unfortunately having two cars is still a necessity for us, but at least the bike is back on the road too.
I bought my honda civic for $2,000 with yearly maintenance costs being around $200, and going through a tank of gas a month ($20 for a full tank).
Insurance through ages 18-23, though...
Love to ride, however I do own cars, Two actually. Im 28 and have a family so a car is a must for my household also I am a car enthusiast and was one before I got into riding and will continue to be. I see your point on the savings. Even tho I own vehicles in have saved money on insurance because I dont drive too often now. Gas, maintenance, tires and vehicle value. Its awsome!
I'm almost twice your age, but have never owned a car, and don't plan to get one ever. I do have a driver's license, so I can rent one if I absolutely have to.
The problem with massive car ownership, besides the obvious, is that it makes alternative modes of transport harder. When everyone has a car, public transport gets cut, bikes get no infrastructure and cities are no longer walkable. Instead they become congested and polluted, and not very pleasant to stay in, so we build suburbs to get away from them, where you almost have to have a car to get anywhere. It's like a vicious cycle, that is fortunately starting to change in many places, as more and more people are realizing that this is not sustainable, or maybe they're just tried of being stuck in traffic and envy the cyclists that fly past them on their way to work. 😁
These are my exact reasons too.
Because of covid, my job went away. With that so did my ability to make a car payment. So the bank Repoed my car. That was the best thing to happen to me lately. It forced me to finish my bike project. I have an '80s MTB converted to a 1X with V-brakes and all new parts. The return on that investment came in health benefits. I am no longer scheduled for knee surgery, my arthritis is almost gone, I am on the minimum Bp meds, and I have lost 60lbs. So now I am saving up for a Wabi because I am now in good enough shape to ride a single gear. I do not miss the car (not that is was a bad thing), I do not miss the payments, insurance licensing, etc. I am now 65 and(I work that excuse for being crazy). Tomorrow, I ride my bike to give blood (how's that for ya?) after I go grocery shopping.
Ever considered moving to Portland...but nah...the rain I guess. They are very bike centric over there,
Loved this!
I've never owned a car, where are my 70k ?
Joke aside I live in Paris so owning a car isn't really a thing, I can travel by train or bike commute by bike or the odd subway and when I go at my parent's to the Alps and theirs is not enough (going ski touring or mountaineering by bike is doable but requires monster fitness), I either rent or borrow an old car, it's much cheaper.
I didn't even get my license / car until I was 27, so I'm with ya. Sadly that way of life isn't possible for me right now, but I try and make the most of it whenever I do have to drive somewhere. Fortunately I'm an easily bikeable distance from work and basically every shop I really need. I take it you've seen the "Not Just Bikes" channel?
Speaking of transit stuff, that paved-over train track you biked over is tragic.
I too hate owning and driving a car. I ride my fixed gear bike everyday to work. On weekends, I sell and deliver fixed gear bike parts for a small profit just so I can simply ride my bike. One of these bike parts that I’m selling is a SEATPOST PIN! 😁
With $78000 I'd build a bunch of cool bicycles😂
And the rest I'll just save for a rainy day.
In fact, I'm building a new bike right now.
Just waiting for parts.
Oh, it's a vintage steel trackbike btw🥰
If you bought a few spares you wouldn't need to go back to the bike store if it happens again. Which will closed when you need it.
I thought there was gonna be a plot twist and you'll buy a car in the end of the video XD
Bike saved my health
You should do a tour of Wabi's factory. It'll be free advertisement for them, and we will get to learn a lot about the process of manufacturing a fixed gear!
@Bebo he could tour their hq
May not seem much at the moment, but living in NYC I would buy a monthly metro card for commuting but after 8 months of having a bike I have saved $1,016. Probably do not see myself buying one again, let alone a car, in the upcoming years.
I have had epilepsy since I was 15 and I was never able to get a driver's license. I'm now 24 and have built my life around being bike centered for getting around and my girlfriend drives so she can shuttle me around if need be. I have just been able to get a driver's license recently and I'm not sure if I'm ready to add another car or motorcycle to my daily life because I don't have the need or space for one. It would be nice to be independent and go for a ride up in the mountains on the weekends and break up my usual bike routes that over the years have become a bit boring, gotta get away sometimes.
Just started riding an actual bike (Been using stationary for working out for well over 4000mi) I'm currently supplementing the bike with my car, because I figured it's a quick boost to my already established workout routine but it would also help me save some money in the long run as well! I'd say I've saved $20 so far....Not much...But surely beats handing it over to my credit card lol!
I throw my bike in the wife's suv to carry it to the shop...lol
@DaleCupid lol classic
I have about 200-400 in my bank after I pay bills and buy food. I have a Bikesdirect Dawes Streetfighter so I know that if my transportation was ever compromised I could completely replace it without it breaking me.
I am not sure about how much I have saved by not owning a car but I am lucky enough to live in London where I can cycle, walk or use public transport.
I saved 530€ every year for commuting by bike instead of train. (ps. I arrive way quicker at my commuter stop than my train connection) In total: 2650€ worth of tickets saved.
Hey there, would it be possible for you to have a gear/part/component review for navigate trispoke rims. I've been planning to put one on my steel sgm fixed gear bike but have my worries as to would my heavy, steel frame be in any way affect (break or crack) navigate trispoke wheelset.
Love your vids btw and still waiting for more upcoming fixed gear bike vids.
Bikes are so AWESOME
Cars , not so much
Love what you do
I like riding bikes because it saves me time. I probably spend a bit more on my bike than what I would have spent on my regular commute but a 2 hour commute turned into a 1 hour bike ride/workout, hell yeah! Now crazy about cycling ever since and would be happy if I can bike wherever I go.
why is this so entertaining
I used to own a single gear, but living in a city with bike sharing, I traded it in for a bike share membership. I am super happy with saving so much money!
i didnt save money by riding my bike. i spend $400+ in the last year just to build it
A car Costs like 10000 a year to keep up
39 and not even having a Drivers license (evrything in a 10km/16mile radius),
im even able to transport tools and material for my work as a Facility Manager (in extreme cases i walk and use a large handcart)
I really enjoy driving once in a while. I say once in a while because driving always reminds me of why I ride a bike in the first place. Cars are sluggish in the city, at least where I live.
I can put bigger things on my cargo bike than in some cars. And biking is just better in every way for me. I have lots of friends that just use their car for 5min trips to the school I can't understand this.
Although, I do want a car (mostly to pick up bike parts 100+ miles away), but I specifically started riding bikes in college to avoid public transportation. One word: Septa.
Okay, right? Driving a car is awkward and yucky. Glad I'm not the only one. Bikes feel so much safer and practical.
I'm with you on the riding as much as you can but why take the whole frameset and not just the bolt???
What are the best methods of strapping a frame to your back?
I am still going to get my drivers license but I love biking and yes it’s cheaper.
Oh yeah
Same thing, i commuted on the way to school for 2 years and got myself a pretty decent pc at the time.
I’m subbed, and have notifications on.. none of your vids popped up for me but I’m here now. Phew*
I want to buy a bike to go to work at leaast 3 times a week, i rode a fixed gear (80’s guerciotti pista) when i was younger but sold it a while ago.
I had lower back surgery 2 years ago, gained a lot of weight so biking to work seems like a fun way to get more active again, been doing powerlifting training 3times a week now for a couple of months too.
The distance to my work is 15/16 miles so it would be between 30/32miles RT, no hills or anything but it can get windy here.
I really love the simplicity, looks and feel of a fixed gear bike but i’m not sure being overweight, not having a lot of stamina etc if it’s the best choice for me, have also been looking at gravel and road bikes but seeing it’s a big investment i would love to hear what you guys think, maybe someone here is or has been in a similar situation
As far as traveling around in the same continent, going by train is often affordable, enjoyable, and easy to take your bike.
Hmm your the same as me I rode my road bike from Thailand to Malaysia before the covid and dinggus hit my back tire and then I need to walk my bike to a bike shop .... And I was lucky that there were a bike shop near by...soo ride you bike safely and not get into situation like me
I don't usually comment when your videos. But this video made me outright laugh. Because the fact is you were so true I mean I have a house and I'm only 26 years old that I own no mortgage. And I like to cycle I own a fat bike. And you're so right that if somebody's going to judge you based off of how you live your life. Because that's what makes you happy that's not somebody you should have in your life LOL but keep it up with the videos man they are motivating
I would much rather ride an electric bike (albeit, an 8-15kw electric bike) than drive a car.
Having a bike is also a great excuse as to never giving people lifts.
“Nah sorry bro. Can’t even give you a dinky, see my wheels are only rated for another 20lbs, so unless I’m taking you piece by piece, it ain’t happening”
Yes, but as we all know money is time, a bike is, faster but costs ten times more than shoes, a car is even faster and costs at least ten times more than a bike, since the point is saving walking is best, and if you need some speed sometimes think of bus, subway, streetcar, a friends car, etc
I only ride my bike for pleasure, but I also ride my bike w my dog in the back basket! We both have a great time, hopefully u can do this w Simon
Yeah - I did some figuring and most people are disadvantaged by owning a car.
How was your back carrying your frame after that ride?
Hey Zach is there an attachment that holds your camera for you to free up your hands?
How are those handle bars on your single speed? better or worse than the ones on your fixie?
I discovered cycling and sold my car. Even going to the store for my fortnightly grocery shop is now done on a Dutch style trike with a large basket on the back and a smaller one at the front. And, sorry, that one's not a Fixie.....
I haven’t driven a car since 2017. I hate driving too.
Zach, what’s the coldest temperature you’ve ridden in? Have you ever ridden in snow?
Hey Zach
I don't usually comment but I have to say I really enjoyed this vid. 💙
The bit about dating at 12:30!
Facts, preach that
Spending money to make it to look like you have money means you have Less money 😂
‘Cool, I have a $100,000 Car’ just means I have $100,000 less money..
And that’s if you paid cash, if you got that on finance, you have way less money
People are caught up in this idea that if they have the materialistic positions that the rich and wealthy do, that they too are then part of the rich and wealthy club. The problem is,
You spent all your money trying to get there
They spent chump change to get there
To potential dates:
Yes, I arrived on a bike, which means I can afford your steak. You’re welcome
Nice of you to recognize that not everybody has a life situation that allows to ride a bike everywhere. Cars are not the "anti-cycling". Cars are fine. We all need each other.
But bikes are definitely more fun, that is a given.
Because of cars people die every day, in accidents and wars. Because of cars most rivers are poisoned. Cars are antihuman.
@@silentcyclist No. Humans are antihuman. Cars are perfectly fine machines. The human behind the wheel is the problem. I love cycling so much, but all this car hatred the cycling community cultivates is hurting us way more than it helps us.
@@jopmota Fine machines for vegetables and lazy people. We have wars because of gasoline, our rivers and soil is poisoned, and animals die all the time. Why cycling community has to respect cars? For killing other cyclists?
@@silentcyclist If you think elderly people, infirm people, people who commute insane distances everyday to work, people with special needs (all of which can not commute by cycling on a daily basis and still need cars often) are lazy, i have nothing more to say to you. You are exactly the kind of people who makes non-cyclists hate cyclists. Have a nice life.
@@jopmota Not everyone is that old or with special needs. Sorry for being rude, I lost friends because of stupid drivers. Not seeing any cyclist commuters in my area, is it because everyone is old and with special needs?
What cages and pedals are those??
Yes!!!!!
love that dog🐕😢
ZACH WHAT HAPPENED TO THE CAPTIONS 😔😔😔😔
-8:02 Zach is costing down that gravel hill, on a fixed gear bike...
He said in the video that it has a freewheel.