The Best Bike Ride Ever

While the rest of Munich was watching Euro 2008, I decided to ride my bike through town (checking out store window displays and newly hung "sale" posters in the process). I wanted to be part of the action without having to fully commit to a crowd of 30K people at the Olympic stadium (and the expected rowdiness). And because everyone was collectively gathered at bars and restaurants watching the game, the streets were empty. As a result, I was able to ride my bike down streets and sidewalks normally reserved for just pedestrians. In addition, I didn't have to obey traffic light signals. So, my bike truly was the best bike ride ever.