Commute by Bike Training - FREE

[admin]

From Lewisham Council in conjunction with Sky Rides

Commute by bike with confidence
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​With the rising cost of living, now is an excellent time to cycle to work. If you’ve thought about commuting by bike but are worried about which route to use or the busy traffic why not join a ‘Give Commuting a Try’ ride?

British Cycling, in partnership with Sky and Lewisham Council, are supporting two Commuter Rides. Taking place at 10am on Saturday 8 September and Saturday 29 September, these free organised rides will cycle a typical commuter route into the heart of the city from Ladywell Station to London Bridge.

The rides will be led by trained British Cycling Ride Leaders, who will give tips and advice on how to ride in busy traffic and also explain how to plan an effective commuter route. The aim of the rides is to give anyone thinking of commuting the chance to cycle a commuter route and build their confidence before cycling to work themselves. The ride is also an opportunity to meet other like-minded people who live near you and possibly find a bike buddy to commute with.

Register for the rides

Saturday 8 September
Saturday 29 September

Top reasons to commute by bike:

· it’s healthy – a middle-aged cyclists is typically as fit as someone ten years younger
· it’s cheap – it will save you money from petrol, public transport and gym membership
· it can often be faster – on your bike you can be twice as fast as in a car, no more wondering if the train will be delayed
· it’s environmentally friendly – cycling reduces CO2 emission

[Tim Lund]

You forget that you get to look cool wearing lycra and shades



But seriously, what Admin writes is completely true. My route to Canary Wharf is only just slower than public transport - it was much faster, before the Overground - and definitely pleasanter given the overcrowding on the Jubilee line. Largely along cycle routes, it's also very safe.

[admin]

Sorry Tim, I still prefer the basket ladies above.
Nothing personal

Admin

[marymck]

Yes, but then presumably Tim also accessorises with a helmet and rides single file, thus giving other road users a chance to overtake safely.

Lycra brings it's own hazards to motorists though. Not a pleasant sight from behind and the ewww and closing one's eyes factor can only make the roads more hazardous.

Seriously though, I think this is an excellent idea and hope you get a good turnout.

[Rachael]

Most Lycra cycling shorts are thickly padded in the posterior, so whatever you're looking at, Marymck, it's probably not what you think it is.

My OH cycles to Broadgate / Liverpool Street most days. 45 minutes door to door. Plus 10 minutes for a shower. Not much slower, as Tim says, than public transport, plus he's getting his required exercise at the same time.

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[admin]

Good point. It was very desireable for a young lady to sport a little padding (and headgear):