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Old 07-23-14 | 10:45 AM
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mstraus
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My wife worries, particularly when we have a conversation with friends about "how dangerous cycling is" or crazy drivers, etc. That said she has still always been VERY supportive about me riding to work as the health benefits generally outweigh the relatively low risk.

I was very concerned at her reaction when I had my first crash a couple days ago, winding up with me spending a few hours at urgent care. She was concerned, but didn't seem to change her thoughts to me biking (or she held it in). She did ask if I would still ride. I said yes, once I am healed, and at some point something like this may happen again, but maybe not for a long time. SHe didn't snow concern about that response.

I try to ease her concerns by taking appropriate safety measures with viability, taking a safe route, etc. My rides are all saved on Strava, so she can see when I arrive safe. I have debated a live update app at some point as well.
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