Originally Posted by
nkfrench
IMHO
Short commute = wear street clothes and not need a shower, no water bottle.
Medium commute = bike clothes and freshen up (not necessarily shower), 1 water bottle.
Long commute = mandatory scrub/shower and serious concerns of extreme weather. Fatigue builds through the week. 2-3 waters.
XL commute = rechargable battery dies before getting home, backup battery or recharge at work needed. Rest days needed during the week. May need stop to refill water bottles. Need to have snack available.
Interesting, my commute doesn't fit nicely in any of those categories. I don't drink any water on my commute (usually chug a whole bottle once I arrive though), can cycle for a couple of days in a row in street clothes without chaffing, but need to shower every time. Obviously climate, terrain, and personal differences all affect these things, but it's interesting to note the differences.