What’s the best thing about commuting by bicycle in winter?
Getting nice and warm — you’ve got an automatic heater! The thought of standing at a streetcar stop — being stationary and waiting for transport — doesn’t work for me. I love getting where I’m going on my own steam. My meals are my fuel. Bikes offer a certain freedom. I’m glad I have the courage and stamina. I grew up outdoors; camping, on tall-ships, skis, skates and bikes so it’s not so scary for me. I realize that this is not the case for everyone and so am thankful to be a well-weathered person. And, I know how to layer! Do you use a different bike for winter riding? Nope. It’s the same one with the big knobby tires and basket. It stays outside all the time on the porch. We have indoor parking for bikes at CSI, so I bring her in when it’s really cold and my trusty steed needs to thaw. Can you give a brief description of your route? Sure! I ride down Shannon Street (my street) which is challenging because side streets are last to be cleared, as you know, then I usually head out alon
