Originally Posted by
Seattle Forrest
How do you folks respond when somebody expresses curiosity over your cyclocommute? Do you ever get a "wow - that's pretty cool!" response? What's your story that reminded you of all the other reasons why biking to and from work is a good idea?
I got the odd "wow - I can't do that!" response ;-)
I used to do part-time concrete work with my dad- I got a ride to work, then cycled home afterwards. I met a concrete pump operator who was 6-8 years younger, and 50+ pounds lighter than me- a very fit, strong, and hardworking guy. When I told him once that I was going to ride 35km home, he just told me straight that he couldn't do it. I was genuinely surprised because he was far closer to a stereotypical cyclist's build than me.