How to Get Comfortable Biking Around Cars
One of the top concerns I hear from potential bike commuters is the fear of riding too close to cars. Don’t get me wrong, it can be hard to get comfortable biking around cars! The…
How to Bike at Night
In the beginning of my bike commuting journey, I never thought I would be riding my bike at night. I still felt shaky bike commuting to work in broad daylight; I definitely did not want…
How to Bike with No Bike Lane
Even if you live in a city brimming with bike lanes and can easily construct a commute that is 100% bike lane dependent, it is important to know how to properly bike without one –…
How to Pick A Helmet (That You’ll Actually Wear)
Welcome to one of my favorite things to talk about! How to pick a helmet that fits, is safe, looks good and doesn’t break the bank! As a neurologist, I am all about wanting to…
How to Ride in the Door Zone
In the beginning of my bike commuting journey, I stuck to the bike lane almost religiously. I felt a sense of safety as traffic zoomed past me, and often found myself riding very close to…
Planning the Route for Your Bike Commute
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…