I used to commute 12.5miles each way a number of days a week. Now I work from home I try to go out most days. I ride to stay fit and reasonably healthy. It also keeps the weight down.
I prefer to ride quiet lanes/roads (I live in a rural area) to avoid problems with traffic. I find that the majority of drivers are reasonable. But there are some that are total maniacs. My rides vary in length from 18km-60km. I have a favorite route that is 25km and has many alternatives to vary it.
I run a road safety campaign in the area where I live. I send letters at both local and national levels. My website is
http://www.slowerderbyshire.co.uk