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Originally Posted by lazjen
Well, I think they're right to push it - there's limits to how much further we can go with car traffic infrastructure.
I have yet to ride my commute route (I'll be (re)building my stamina up a bit first), but I drive close to it all the time. There are a few hills, but nothing too excessive - there's 2 excellent bike paths I get to use for most of the distance. I realise that 20km is a bit of a hike as you say, but if I did the public transport, I'd still have to find extra time to go to the gym/exercise anyway (+1 hr / day), so I'd end up using more time overall. Many moons ago, I used to commute about 8kms each way with some terrible hills, so I'm hoping 20kms with electric assist should be manageable.  |
Hi Chris,
I was already riding for fun and fitness although hadn't done much lately and 7 km is not far. I don't even change clothes, use the assist to make an easy ride in but I work hard coming home.
I suggest you get some local practice in first and build your stamina for sure. Also the lighter your bike the better. The Marin I just converted is extremely light, all alum frame and even after conversion the lady owner can easily lift it onto her car carrier which has pleased her.
Make sure you have safety gear as well. I have two sets of lights up front, flashing and steady and flashing rear red plus yellow flouro safety vest. I have to mix it with traffic but I've found being able to maintain a good speed certainly has reduced their frustrations with my presence on the road.