Looks like I am not going to be commuting. :(

[addictfreak]

excuse my ignorance but... what does h.e level mean???

The misses teaches on 'Higher Education' courses so I'm assuming that's what he is referring to.

 

[addictfreak]

Well so many people who I am in relation with are against it. I had an assessment today of my needs at HE level and it seems that they have put up a good arguement to not cycling.
Apparently doing 15 miles in the morning and evening along a coastal path with strong winds and heavy rain in the winter is not advised by the majority of people.

I will probably just treat myself to a new road bike and build up my fitness that way. Sigh.

Tell them to poke it. I ride between 13 and 18 miles going to work (depending on route). As far as I'm concerned it sets me up for the day, always feel great after a shower and a coffee.

 

[subaqua]

studies have shown ( go google for it ) that people who cycle to work ( OK i know its not work ) are more alert and less likely to have a workplace accident as the ride wakes them up properly.

do it when you can but have a contingency for the really stormy days , having lived in N wales I know how bad it can get in Liverpool bay

 

[fossyant]

If your parents are OK, your Educational Establishment can't say how you can get there.

Practically you can up the commute - i.e. start 3 days a week, then up it. But 15 miles along the coast is a dream to most cyclists - yup, a bit windy, and you'd be advised to stay on the road and not the NCN in bad conditions, but that's a much nicer commute than riding round London, Manchester or any city.

You can do 50-60 miles with the club - you will be fine. Just take a rest day if knackered.

I suspect that's your HE Needs Assessment as indicated above for 'learning disabilities' - that's got nothing to do with your exercise and chosen travel method. I'd tell them you clock up 50-60 miles each weekend.

 

[Peowpeowpeowlasers]

You enjoy cycling, right?

Tell whoever it is to fark right off.

 

[Hip Priest]

It seems a little unfair. You're a fit young lad, so the distance won't be a problem.

 

[MontyVeda]

...
Apparently doing 15 miles in the morning and evening along a coastal path with strong winds and heavy rain in the winter is not advised by the majority of people.
...

the majority of people wouldn't advise riding three miles on a calm sunny day because they worry about tons of imaginary stuff, like falling off, getting mugged, getting hit by a truck or even a ******** and having to push it home.

What are their reasons BTW?

 

[palinurus]

it seems that they have put up a good arguement to not cycling.

There are none.

 

[Lyrical]

What?

I don't see how anyone can tell you you can/can not cycle. Nor do I see how it is their business.

You enjoy cycling, right?

Tell whoever it is to **** right off.

This tbh.

 

[Matthew_T]

excuse my ignorance but... what does h.e level mean???

Higher education.

 

[Matthew_T]

the majority of people wouldn't advise riding three miles on a calm sunny day because they worry about tons of imaginary stuff, like falling off, getting mugged, getting hit by a truck or even a ******** and having to push it home.

What are their reasons BTW?

They only mentioned falling over in strong winds along the coast. Up here in NW we have had winds in the past of 70mph upwards.

 

[stephen.rooke]

Just cycle, my mums always telling me i cycle too far, 7.5 miles each way to work and another couple of rides of about 50 miles or so on days off, your body will know if your pushing too far. its your life do what you want. only thing thats going to stop me cycling is if im physically unable

 

[TonyEnjoyD]

Def sounds like Higher Education Needs Statement.

Young people get a Special Educational Needs Statement at pre-school level then depending on their needs and complexities, usually again at around 8-11 years.
If they continue to Higher Ed, I am assuming that whichever HE establishment may need Further statementing especially if extra resource is needed.

 

[Matthew_T]

The assessment was by the Disability Needs Assessment Authority (or whatever) at Wrexham University. It is because I ticked the box for Disabled Student Allowance when applying for finances.

The topic was raised when talking about additional support with travel. I stated that I could either pay £600 for the bus, or commute by bike. I told her that my chosen method was by bike and she looked at me with a face of disagreement . I explained to her that 15 miles wasnt too far along the NCN on the coast and she said that following:

• The weather is terrible in winter
• I would be tired after a stormy day in the morning
• There are maniac drivers who are late to work taking risks on corners (must be talking about herself)
• The bike will be really heavy with panniers (she said bags) on the back.
• I would have to get up very early and get home in the dark (to which I stated I would have good quality lights on)
• I could get t-boned by a car at a junction who hasnt seen me (even though I told her I wouldbe wearing hi-viz)

She clearly underestimates my capabilities. I did give a few reasons to her queries but I didnt want to get into an arguement as she was the one who was organising me to get a free laptop, printer, dictaphone, and much more.

 

[HLaB]

Based on my HE experience I don't think anyone was in the know about the benefits of cycling (Secondary School, College, Undergraduate) until I got to postgraduate level and I would never have took advice from the former and the latter didn't need to give it. Make up your own mind if you feel its good or not, also consider part cycling or occasional cycling if thats better for you.