Hi there. Not yet a bike commuter but it's a matter of weeks. I'll be using the white oak bayou trail from 43rd to Heights blvd twice a day.
I'm still in the process of selecting the bike, and finding appropriate gears, so any recommandation you may have about this is more than welcome.
Bike - That will be the first bike I chose, own and maintain in 20years. I look with envy at Cannondale quick 3 so far.
Gears - How do you carry all your stuff ? I guess it's nearly impossible in Houston weather to avoid a complet set of clothes. And I need to carry a 13inch computer + some minor stuff. Any recommandations ?
Safety - I have not yet ridden the trail. Should I anticipate no light, few light, heavy public lighting ? Is a high-visibility jacket mandatory by law, or heavily recommanded ? Something else I should know ?
Any help is welcome
