Originally Posted by FBinNY

I make it a point tobe known by the folks I pass on my commute. Commuting is different than most cycling because you meet the same people every day, and since a cyclist is a bit of an oddity, they'll get to recognize you. So, I prefer that they remember me in a positive way, and greet folks in a friendly way. Over the years this has not only made the commute nicer and created a sense of community along the 6 mile strip, it's also paid off when I might have needed help…