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Commuting to work on a bike has a ton of benefits. In addition to the obvious health benefits to you personally, including weight loss and increased cardiovascular health, it’s also great for the environment and your finances. Bicycles have zero emissions and don’t require you to fill up on fuel, making it the best choice for getting around, especially for shorter trips. So, why don’t you ride your bike to work? Five Common Excuses to Not Commute by Bike It’s Not Safe – It is true that bicycling is statistically more dangerous than driving, with approximately 700 deaths occurring every year in America. However, studies by the CDC and NHTSA have shown that more than 75 percent of those fatal bike accidents occurred on the same handful of streets in each city. Plan your route so that you dodge the most dangerous roads in favor of streets with bike lanes and…
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We all want to be better at something. If that something is spelunking, then we probably won’t be a lot of help. However, if you want to become a better cyclist, then read on for tips and tactics for becoming better, faster, stronger. Get Started – The longer you put it off, the longer it’s going to take to get better. The trick is to get motivated and get going. Don’t think, just ride. Ride every day. Ride longer. Ride harder. Make a conscious effort to get on the bike and start pedaling. Use Time Wisely – Not everyone has a half-day to spend riding, but if you do, we suggest a long ride at a normal pace to promote overall cycling fitness. For those that only have a half hour, quality over quantity. Try to push yourself hard and set a personal record. Prepare Mentally – It’s important that…
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