Bike Commuting Challenges

Choosing the bike over the car is a commitment to a healthier, eco-friendlier commute, but it’s not always smooth sailing—or should we say, smooth pedaling? Every cyclist, from the novice to the expert, has faced those moments: the sudden downpour mid-route, the icy winter mornings that make every pedal feel like a Herculean effort, the bustling city intersections that seem like a game of real-life Frogger, and those days where the legs just feel like lead.

Then there’s the contemplation: Is biking in rain akin to a free car wash or just a recipe for soaked socks? How does one conquer winter’s icy grip and turn it into a winter wonderland ride? And how do we confidently navigate through the car-packed streets, asserting our rightful space? Not to mention, how do we keep going day after day without succumbing to the siren call of fatigue?