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Why Commute by bike:
- Exercise – Get fit going to work/school & back home.
- Save Time – In the time it took you to warm up the car, scrape the windows, & find a parking space, you could have ridden to work/school. In some traffic areas it is faster to ride a bike to school that drive.
- Save Gas – Which saves you money, & bicycles don’t pollute! In a way you will be environmentally responsible.
- No parking the car – which saves you money & time. Most bike racks are within feet of the doors.
- Less wear on your car.
- De-stress – Biking is a great way to de-stress after a hectic day.
- Arrive Alert – what a way to wake up in the morning.
- Health – research shows that regular cycling can cut the chances of heart disease in half.
- Fun – Yea, it can be fun biking to school/work.
Tips for Commuting
- Wear a Helmet
- Wear bright clothing, ex. Vest
- Check the air pressure in you tires
- Ride with traffic
- Follow the rules of the road
- Take time to map out a good route
- Be prepared at work, have clothes to change into, deodorant
Accessories that can make your commute safer & easier
- Saddle that fits
- Bags
- Rack
- Fenders
- Lights & reflectors
- Mirror
