May 22nd, 2012, 06:32 AM | #1 |
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Name: Andrew
Location: Michigan
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First commute to work
I rode my bike to work for the first time today. I think it was the best decision I have made in a while!
It's a short commute for me, about 10 miles, but it felt like it only took me about 30 seconds! I was actually sad to have to get off the bike when I got here...lol |
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May 22nd, 2012, 06:41 AM | #2 |
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Name: Jason
Location: Houston, TX
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Welcome to the world of commuting on a bike. I've been doing it since January. My commute is only 8.3 miles but, like you said, it feels like it only takes a minute.
Be careful out there, the asphault jungle can be a rough place. |
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May 22nd, 2012, 06:44 AM | #3 |
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Name: justin
Location: Odessa
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Yea bike rides for some reason always feel short while going to work, and I ride 1hour each way lol. Good on saving gas though.
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May 22nd, 2012, 06:47 AM | #4 |
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Name: Steve
Location: Brooklyn, NY
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I've been riding to work since January as well (that's when I picked up my bike) and it is awesome. I travel about 12 miles and it feels a little longer then you guys, but then again I am in NYC traffic over a bridge and then a "Highway" with lot's of lights.
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May 22nd, 2012, 06:52 AM | #5 |
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Name: Jason
Location: Houston, TX
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I didn't really realize this before now, but I didn't hit a single red light on the way to work. Quite a feat since I go through 14 traffic lights and cross 4 major roads.
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May 22nd, 2012, 06:58 AM | #6 |
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Name: Steve
Location: Brooklyn, NY
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I once and once only stopped at 2 red lights on my way to work. It was awesome but freaky! After I got passed the last light I thought to myself, "WTF just happened? I got here way too fast, I must've ran a red light or two."
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May 22nd, 2012, 08:18 AM | #7 |
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Name: Tiffany
Location: Greater Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area
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Bah. I go 6 miles and it's usually about 30minutes to an hour.
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May 22nd, 2012, 08:29 AM | #8 |
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Name: Andrew
Location: Michigan
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May 22nd, 2012, 08:44 AM | #9 |
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Name: Tiffany
Location: Greater Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area
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May 22nd, 2012, 08:52 AM | #10 |
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Name: Fox
Location: Boston
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I hear ya... 4 miles, never takes less than 30 mins.
It would be 10 if I split, but massachussetts drivers would run me over and think they did the world a favor, so I stick to lanes. |
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May 22nd, 2012, 09:33 AM | #11 |
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Name: Steve
Location: Brooklyn, NY
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I split all day long, if not I'll never get anywhere on time!
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June 11th, 2012, 04:49 PM | #12 |
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Name: Gabe
Location: NOVA
Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250r Posts: 29
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I love the feeling i get when i'm getting ready to leave work knowing i'll be riding back home.
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June 11th, 2012, 04:51 PM | #13 |
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Name: Sean
Location: Middle TN
Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r (sold) / '03 CBR 600RR Posts: A lot.
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Rode my bike to work today (as I always do), meanwhile, severe thunderstorms are rolling in. Yay.
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June 14th, 2012, 05:43 PM | #14 |
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Name: Joe
Location: NJ
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My commute is 42 miles and takes about an hour, includes back roads to interstate.
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