Originally Posted by
Dallin
I am worried about the Summer heat (mid-day and evening highs of 105-110 F).
I commute year round, west side to east side & back again, roughly 25 miles round-trip.
As for the heat, remember the temps on the news are taken in the shade at the airport. The 'real' temp out in the sun is at least 15-20 degrees hotter. Plus the reflected heat from the pavement, cars, etc.
Originally Posted by
Dallin
Any tips or advice on how to do this safely/semi-comfortably?
Drink water. Lots of water. Wear a wide brim hat for the shade & periodically wet it down for evaporative cooling. Keep an eye out for shade and pull up every few miles to cool down and take water. Learn the signs of heat exhaustion & heat stroke and be aware.
Until you adapt to the heat, you might consider getting a bus pass and alternate riding with mass transit. During rush hour the bike racks can fill up so you might have to wait for the next one to get a space.
In the afternoons we will get intense thunderstorms so, again, be prepared to take shelter. They don't last long but the streets can flood out while they are active.
Obviously these are the extremes, 99% of the time you will have little trouble riding.
Robert