wondering if i should commute tomorrow

[simon the viking]

I have been commuting since May when I changed jobs from 25 miles away which would have been an impossible commute (for me) to one 8 miles away - I love it, though at first I did think a bit like you. I do have a couple of very busy roads but don't look for a reason to drive, I actually hate it when I have a genuine reason to drive, the weather doesn't normally stop me, so as a relative new comer I would just say make sure you have a well maintained bike, helmet lights and a florescent jacket and do it

 

[boydj]

You have to look confident and be reasonably assertive out there. The most important factor in your safety is your road positioning - it should be easy for drivers to see you and be able to drive appropriately around you.

In spite of the headlines, cycling is a relatively safe pursuit - and one to be enjoyed.

 

[snorri]

ah well maybe tomorrow!!

Don't punish yourself for not cycling today, it's better to build up your confidence in good weather before tackling adverse conditions.

 

[Miquel In De Rain]

I sometimes feel those very same nerves when I read of a cyclist's death (particularly if it is close to home), but I remind myself that it's irrational. After all, hearing of a motorist's death doesn't make me nervous about driving.

I do but that's generally after work,where I have been concentrating all day and know I have to keep concentrating on the cycle ride home,so im a bit nervous.Sometimes.Generally because im tired and feel vulnerable.When I get out there I don't think it is ever as bad as I expect it to be.

 

[Hip Priest]

I do but that's generally after work,where I have been concentrating all day and know I have to keep concentrating on the cycle ride home,so im a bit nervous.Sometimes.Generally because im tired and feel vulnerable.When I get out there I don't think it is ever as bad as I expect it to be.

I'd say I'm the same.

I had a bit of it tonight - but as you say, as soon as you're out there, it's fine. As with many things, the anticipation is far worse than the reality.

 

[bicyclos]

Don't want to ponder on the what if's because if you do, you will never leave the house. I find cycling safer than just walking across the road and at the end of the day life is a challenge anyway.......

 

[Deleted member 1258]

I must admit that I consider my cycle commuting as just part of my daily routine, its just something I do, but having said that I've brought a car recently and I've started driving in when it's wet and I've found I miss the bike on the days I drive.