For me it is the adventure!
Every journey, everyday is different by the route I choose or the weather. Like any outdoor adventure, what you wear must be selected carefully. Your equipment must be in order. My location from work offers many choices across two cities by country road, city streets or a network of community paths. To add to the adventure I have spotted, Ducks, Rabbits, Wild Turkeys, Cranes, Coyote, Deer, Artic Owl, and more. I have talked with many people from time to time along these trips, something that never happens in a cage, (car).

A friend of mine asked why I ride my bike to work. I replied, knowing he is a dedicated golfer, if you could play golf on your way to work everyday, would you?
He then understood why I do what I do.