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Originally Posted by
Sirrus Rider
I say try it. If you're in good shape you should be able to do it; however, as others have pointed out an hour and a half an awful lot of saddle time to ride on consecutive days. I would shoot for three times a week maximum and leave Tuesdays and Thursdays for rest and recovery.
Ditto;
I have a 28 mile commute but I shorten it to 19 miles by catching a bus for 10 miles. If this is an option, do it!
I've been using a 21 speed comfort bike. Top sustainable speed is limited to about 18 mph, and can be as slow as 12 mph if I'm up against a good headwind. A road bike would save you 20 to 30 minutes.
Michael
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