Originally Posted by
I-Like-To-Bike
Family men who voluntarily spend an estimated 3 extra hours a day on riding a bike instead of helping raise/support the family probably will be family free in short order.
Incorrect. Not only didn't my family mind my 50-mile RT commute when I still had it...my wife enjoyed riding or driving up to ride home with me. I think she misses it too, compared to my current 10mi RT route. She's always wanting to take the long way home now.
It's not a one-size-fits-all thing...it depends on your individual circumstances at a point in time. For example, if I was spending three hours a day at the gym, but now spend three hours a day on my bike instead, it's a net wash, right?
That said, I don't know what kind of a nut would spend 3 hours a day at the gym.
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