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Is it reasonable to drive 20 minutes x2 every day from the get go if I haven't drove a bike in ages? (hexbear.net)
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Bike is estimated 20 minutes one way to work, public transport takes 30-40 minutes estimated, but in reality can be over an hour. I really want a bike, I'm waiting for landlord to finish renovations so I have space to store it without a risk of it getting damaged or being in the way of the workers.

Is it safe to go immediately to driving 20 minutes one way x2 a day Monday-Friday? I walk quite a lot, but I know cycling engages some other muscle groups. I need to cancel my public transport ticket to afford this endeavour, but I'm hyped to better my body, health AND save time.

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[–] inasaba@lemmy.ml 6 points 2 years ago (1 children)

The biggest issue at the start will be saddle sores — I've been riding for decades and even I still get these for a few days at the start of the season. They will go away with time, just don't be surprised if you're walking funny at first.

[–] Twink@hexbear.net 6 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Finally I will be made to walk funny! When men fail, an unexpected solution arises!