Originally Posted by
Tundra_Man
I think a big part missing from the formula is prep time. When I drive my car I basically walk out the door, then walk into the office and sit down at my desk. When it's time to go home I hop in the car and drive home.
When I ride my bike, I've got to pack my work clothes, check my tire pressure, then when I arrive I have to change clothes. Have to change clothes again before I head back home, then change out of my sweaty clothes after I arrive. Prep time will add probably at least 10 minutes each way in the summer and 15-20 in the winter.
This is true. But then again, taking the car to the garage to change oil and filter, swapping winter tires, and other repairs. I just accept the preparation to ride as part of 'the ritual'.