Originally Posted by
SweetNightmare
So, took the dive this morning. It was, in a word, exhausting. I'm an Athena, so even a mile wore me down. Luckily once I cross the mile point I only have a short stretch of road left. Got honked at, an idiot nearly hit me, got lots of looks from drivers. I was disturbed by how many were on their phones. At the red light, though, I met another biker going the other way. He had a nice road bike, aerodynamic helmet, full biking attire as opposed to my sweatpants and Tshirt. I was convinced he was going to sneer at my huffing and puffing and my WalMart Roadmaster, but he just smiled and nodded. I returned the favor before going through the light. Took to the sidewalk for a particularly busy intersection(no matter how many times I tell myself the big truck won't try to hit me, I'm afraid). Rode the last stretch of parkinglot, and praised God when I made it barely in tact.
I'm making a note here: HUGE SUCCESS
Congratulation.
As many here have said, it does get easier. I recall my first time I commuted. I was in sweat and wonder if it will get easier and it did. You will get used to the route and learn how to adapt to the condition. You will find out in time the behavoir of the drivers habits at certain area of your route and learn what to watch out for and by doing so it will get easier. Relax and the stress will ease up and make your commute a thing to enjoy.