By Roger Lacey
Have you been thinking about commuting to work by bike but need a push? This is a guide to break it down and reduce your doubts and fears to where you feel comfortable to try it out.
Almost any bike will do to get you started, but you’ll find some are more suitable than others. Let me explain.
Almost everyone’s cycling experience is different, some people do it for the fun, some for fitness, some to save money or save the planet, and some who just enjoy the freedom of fresh air and two wheels. What’s your motivation?
Let’s cover the basics to get your commuting journey under way.
You’ll already know the route your commute by car, bus or train takes. However, it may not be the best one for cycling.
Commuting is not the same as a lazy Sunday ride along a dedicated path, there’s a lot more going on so you need to pay attention.