Originally Posted by
Pedaleur
You didn't say how long your commute is, which probably makes a difference for most people.
Anyway, I commute 3 miles one way. Depending on the weather I'll wear my work clothes (cool and dry), rain clothes (rainy -- duh) or shorts and t-shirt (warm and dry).
+1
It depends on:
1. distance
2. climate
3. work dress code
4. preferred riding style.
When I first started commuting it was only once a week or less. It was 8 miles and I wore regular clothes (including a tie) but I would pick and choose the days. I wouldn't ride if it was raining or very warm. I also didn't carry anything. I'd grab lunch at the restaurant downstairs.
Several years later when I started riding almost everyday, my commute was short, - only a couple of miles. Again I wore regular clothes.
When my commute got longer and I turned it into more of a workout was when I started showering and changing once I got to work.