5 REASONS TO RIDE
Everyone's got a "reason" for why they can't ride their bike to
work. But we've got a solution to nearly every excuse.
Read on . . .
* It's too far to ride.
If you live too far from work, consider driving part of the way and
riding the rest. Or you can ride the bus part way. Bike racks have
been installed on all full-sized Buses.
* It takes too long.
You'd be surprised. Because of traffic in urban areas, cycling
generally takes less time than driving for trips of 3 miles or less,
and about the same time for 3 to 5 mile trips. For longer trips,
consider that you're saving time by combining your daily exercise
with your commute.
* I'd have to get up much earlier if I rode my bicycle.
If your commute is less than 10 miles round trip, the difference
in commute time will be insignificant. Even if your commute is
longer, 30 minutes of extra sleep isn't as invigorating as a
morning ride.
* I can't afford a special commuting bicycle.
You don't need one. Your old beater bike gathering dust in the
garage will suffice if properly adjusted and maintained, and it's
less attractive to thieves.With the fixed cost of operating an
automobile at around 30 cents per mile, the money you would
save commuting by bicycle on an average 10-mile round trip
would buy you a bunch of things in six months time.
* I have to dress nice for work.
Some bicycle commuters simply ride in their business attire --
they seem to command more respect from motorists. Consider
carrying your change of clothes in a pack or in panniers on the
bike, or transport them back and forth on days when you don't
ride.
* I can't shower at work.
Depending on the weather, you may not need a shower if you
ride at a leisurely pace. If you do, take a washcloth, soap, towel
and deodorant and clean up at the restroom sink, or look for a
public facility or health club within walking distance of your
workplace where you can shower.
* I'd have to ride in the dark.
There are a variety of bike-mounted lights that can help you see
and be seen.
* I need my car for work.
Some transportation tasks could be handled equally well on a
bike. Meet with your employer and see if your company might not
benefit from a more environmentally friendly image if you
conducted your business by bike. If you absolutely cannot use a
bike at work, then use your bike for personal errands at work and
at home.
work. But we've got a solution to nearly every excuse.
Read on . . .
* It's too far to ride.
If you live too far from work, consider driving part of the way and
riding the rest. Or you can ride the bus part way. Bike racks have
been installed on all full-sized Buses.
* It takes too long.
You'd be surprised. Because of traffic in urban areas, cycling
generally takes less time than driving for trips of 3 miles or less,
and about the same time for 3 to 5 mile trips. For longer trips,
consider that you're saving time by combining your daily exercise
with your commute.
* I'd have to get up much earlier if I rode my bicycle.
If your commute is less than 10 miles round trip, the difference
in commute time will be insignificant. Even if your commute is
longer, 30 minutes of extra sleep isn't as invigorating as a
morning ride.
* I can't afford a special commuting bicycle.
You don't need one. Your old beater bike gathering dust in the
garage will suffice if properly adjusted and maintained, and it's
less attractive to thieves.With the fixed cost of operating an
automobile at around 30 cents per mile, the money you would
save commuting by bicycle on an average 10-mile round trip
would buy you a bunch of things in six months time.
* I have to dress nice for work.
Some bicycle commuters simply ride in their business attire --
they seem to command more respect from motorists. Consider
carrying your change of clothes in a pack or in panniers on the
bike, or transport them back and forth on days when you don't
ride.
* I can't shower at work.
Depending on the weather, you may not need a shower if you
ride at a leisurely pace. If you do, take a washcloth, soap, towel
and deodorant and clean up at the restroom sink, or look for a
public facility or health club within walking distance of your
workplace where you can shower.
* I'd have to ride in the dark.
There are a variety of bike-mounted lights that can help you see
and be seen.
* I need my car for work.
Some transportation tasks could be handled equally well on a
bike. Meet with your employer and see if your company might not
benefit from a more environmentally friendly image if you
conducted your business by bike. If you absolutely cannot use a
bike at work, then use your bike for personal errands at work and
at home.
 | Saves $$$ |
| Fun to Ride |
| Helps the Enviroment |
| Fast as a Car |
| No Need for Insurance | |
Bicycle Commuting
NO MORE EXCUSES! GO TO WORK
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| Helmet (ANSI and/or Snell | |
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| Lights and reflectors for | |
| night riding |
| Reflective triangle to strap | |
| on your back |
| Bike lock |
| Flat tire repair kit, tire pump |
| Rear rack and "trunk" (or | |
| backpack) |
| Water bottle and cage | |
WHAT YOU NEED
ENJOYING THE
TRILLS, AVOIDING
THE SPILLS
TRILLS, AVOIDING
THE SPILLS
| Sure, you know the safety | |
| basics, but here are a few reminders for your commuter road trip. |
| Never ride with | |
| headphones; always wear a helmet. |
| Riding in the middle of the | |
| lane is safest when the lane is too narrow to share safely; when debris or glass is on the edge; when obstructions force you away from the edge; or when traveling the same speed as traffic. |
| Be considerate to right- | |
| turning motorists when stopped at an intersection by leaving them room to make their turn. |
| Let pedestrians and other | |
| cyclists know you are passing them with an audible warning. If a conflict arises, pedestrians have the right-of-way. |
| Don't pass on the right. |
| Avoid road hazards. Watch | |
| out for parallel-slat sewer grates, gravel, ice or debris. Cross railroad tracks at right angles. |
| ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED HELMET |
| STOP |
| RIGHT TURN |
| LEFT TURN |
| OBEY ALL TRAFFIC SIGNS AND SIGNALS |
| RIDE IN THE SAME DIRECTION AS THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC |
| RIDE IN A STRAIGHT LINE |
| BE ALERT OF ROAD HAZARDS |
| USE LIGHTS AT NIGHT |
| BEWARE OF PARKED CARS & WATCH CAR DOORS THAT MAY OPEN |
| LOOK OUT FOR CARS AT CROSS STREETS & DRIVEWAYS |
| RIDE YOUR BICYCLE NEAR THE RIGHT-HAND EDGE OF THE ROAD |
ADDITIONAL TIPS YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF:
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