Originally Posted by NewATBikeComute

Finished work late, so took shorter route home, but has a long steep hill to climb. Averaged a fast (for me!) 12.6 mph over 8.0 miles.

Broke 300 miles for the month, and 1,000 miles for the year. Last year, I did only 450 miles total, and my highest monthly total was 162 miles (also August), so will easily double that.

Lately, though, it hasn't been as much fun, or as enjoyable as it used to be. Fortunately, momentum is working in my favor as it has become routine, a set of habits. As the shadows get longer, earlier, I have to question how committed I will feel during September, which is when I quit last year. I don't want to let go of the mental and physical health gains, but the idea of riding in traffic in the twilight/dark is intimidating to me at this point.

Definitely some decisions, and some adaptations to make (if I am to continue into late September).