Originally Posted by
pdlamb
My point is that worldwide averages are meaningless if you live and work outside compact city centers -- like most residents of the U.S.
Also meaningless to place much significance on commuting equipment recommendations for commuting distances that only a miniscule percentage of current commuters in any location, whether motorized or human powered will even consider doing by bicycle.
Note that bicyclists who do not fit the profile of the enthusiasts who post on BF may also considered among the population of average bicycle commuters even if "enthusiasts" would prefer to ignore their existence.