Bike commuting can make your life better in so many ways, but it can be difficult to get started, especially if you live in a city that doesn't make it easy by providing safe, separated bike infrastructure. So, after many years of bike commuting, here is my advice to help you get started.
0:00 Introduction
0:32 Part 1: Choosing the right bike
0:55 Reliability over speed
1:16 Seeking efficiency
1:38 Ditching the front derailleur
2:33 Prioritizing comfort
2:51 My bike
4:01 Ebikes are great options
4:32 Part 2: How to ride a bike for commuting
4:48 How to pedal
5:44 How to shift gears
8:03 Finding safe routes
9:16 Dealing with sweat
10:03 Taking the lane
11:09 Making a left turn
11:39 Part 3: Carrying your stuff
11:50 Panniers are best
12:43 Packing your bag
16:46 Part 4: The right attitude
17:12 Learning as you go
17:41 Persevere, but don't be a masochist
18:22 Find a community
19:25 Finding the joy
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