Originally Posted by
DaleOfCannon
I'm applying for a new job that will allow me to commute, but I'm not sure if it's feasible. It's 22 miles one way which seems a bit much to me as I'm a commute by bicycle novice. Is this doable or are my reservations just?
As a novice? I’d say it’s too far. You could build up to it, but to start? No way. Not daily.
Use the common options like driving part way, or some alternate transportation for part of the route. Do the whole ride (there/back) on Fridays until it seems easy, then add a whole ride on Tuesday or Wednesday for a twice a week routine. There would be no shame in building up to a M-W-F routine with that kind of mileage. If you manage to build up to a daily routine, one day (for me it’s Wednesday) will have to be a recovery ride pace. My Tuesday and Thursday rides are often low key.
-Kedosto