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Bike to Work Beginner’s Guide

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What to Wear for Biking to Work: 3 Simple Criteria

  • September 30, 2020February 20, 2021
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The Criteria In addition to passing for professional/business casual, there are only three criteria to consider when choosing your bike commute attire. 1. Non-Restrictive Clothing 2. Fabric that Minimizes Sweat Avoid clothing that is made…

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Planning the Route for Your Bike Commute

  • August 30, 2020February 20, 2021
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Factors to Consider How long is the commute? Knowing if you need to bike 2 miles versus 12 miles is the absolute first step. As expected, the longer the commute the more planning you will…

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5 Essential Bike Accessories for Commuting

  • August 15, 2020February 20, 2021
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Bike Lock The possibility of bike theft is an unfortunate reality of bike commuting; however, a good bike lock is an excellent first line of defense. There are thousands of bike locks and options to…

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Choosing the Best Bike for Commuting to Work

  • August 1, 2020February 24, 2021
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Question 1. What are the main details of my commute? Ask yourself questions like: How far will I be riding? 2 miles? 8 miles? What’s the terrain on my route? Flat road? Packed with potholes?…

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5 Things to Know Before You Start Biking to Work

  • August 1, 2020February 20, 2021
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Should you start biking to work? If you’re asking yourself this question, the answer is probably yes! Biking to work has so many benefits! Maybe you’re trying to save money, or you’ve been inspired by a…

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Hi, all! My name is Claudia Gambrah-Lyles and I love riding my bike everywhere and anywhere! I am a pediatric neurologist, a business casual bike commuter and a bike safety advocate. Join me as I share useful, fashionable and (most importantly) smart, tips and info on urban cycling that will keep you looking good and feeling good, both on and off your bike!

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