Biking to Work

[Trekhawk]

hey - bouncy

Yes he is but RAAF not USAF.
I will remember about the speed if I go to ride down there but Hey going too fast is not normally a problem for me.

[annie]

I've been riding my bike to work 3-4 days a week this past summer. Had more to do with exercise than saving gas money, but now, I am enjoying that part, also, and trying to do even more by bike, instead of car. Running errands, going to visit friends, things like that. I've discovered I really have to plan my route and my time. Sometimes, it is almost as quick to bike as drive, but not always!! Depends on distance traveled and roads available for bikes. I don't live in a BIG city, so I can't imagine what it's like for those of you who do....... Traffic is bad enough in a small one! I had a couple of stops to make before I came into work today, and I didn't judge the time very well. Pedaled as fast as I was able and was only a couple minutes late, but hopefully, learned from it and will give myself more time from now on. My commute is very short, and I start fairly late, so I try to get in extra miles before work. I get off late in the evening, so then can go straight home. It's been a great experience. I don't LIKE it when I have to drive, for whatever reason. So - after all this rambling - here's my question for you experienced commuters who live in colder climes. How do you keep yourself going on the bike when it gets cold and snowy? Is it still worth the effort? I don't want to wimp out this winter. I want to continue to ride the bike. Encouragement may be needed.

annie