Commuting

Many people who want to get into bike commuting wonder how far is too far to bike to work for them. This article gives an answer in both distance (miles) and time (minutes). We will also look at how elevation changes and traffic affects commuting time and how to find that information in Google Maps. In my 12+ years of…

After exclusively riding everywhere for 2 years on my Scott Scale 70, I learned a few things about riding mountain bikes on the road. In this article, we'll look at 6 reasons why MTBs are not good on the road and 6 counterpoints why they are. We'll finish with a few tips to set up a mountain bike to become…

In this article, we will find out how long it will take to bike to work for different fitness levels and routes. We will also look at the 4 common obstacles that will slow you down and how to account for them. If you follow these suggestions before your first commute, you won't be late for work. How long will…

If you are a commuter or a new rider, you will likely wonder how dangerous riding a bike on the road is. It is often perceived to be a dangerous way to run around in cities. Busses, metros, and vehicles often have huge blindspots that prevent drivers from seeing a fast-approaching cyclist - especially when making a turn. But let's…

A lot of us ride a bike to work every day. But especially new commuters wonder how to bike to work without getting sweaty. The answer is pretty simple but consists of different parts. Let's look at them one at a time. How to bike to work without getting sweaty Go slow and wear gym clothes on your bike. Carry…

Helmet hair encompasses all the bad things that happen to your hair when wearing a helmet. So let's look at what the best helmet hair protection is.

A lot of new cyclists feel unprofessional, poor, or dorky if they commute by bike. But is it really embarrassing to ride a bike to work? Let's find out.