Originally Posted by
e0richt
I have tried to do some commuting this season, I have gone at least 2-3 times a week since the beginning of may...
Some of my coworkers commute about as often as that and it seems like they are more tired than I am. (I commute 3.5 miles 5 days a week and only skip it when I call in sick to work.)
Originally Posted by
ctwxlvr
try doing your commute on a weekend as your rec ride and comapre
Good idea.
Originally Posted by
coldfeet
Personally I cannot stand wearing a backpack for any length of time on a bike. A rear rack is cheap, try strapping it on there, if that helps, get panniers. ( or a milk crate and go properly "fred" )
Having a backpack on my back would be enough to give me a stressful ride. YMMV.
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