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How Far Each Way

Old 06-14-13 | 09:49 PM
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11 miles to work. 11+ back home, the + is when its less than 100 degrees F which probably won't be until the end of Sept./Oct.
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Old 06-14-13 | 09:51 PM
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16 miles each way on my fixed gear bike 4 to 5 days a week.
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Old 06-14-13 | 09:52 PM
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9.0-9.25 depending on the route...
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Old 06-14-13 | 11:07 PM
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22.5 miles each way. If weather is good and work cooperates some days I add a few more miles. Total round trip today was 48 miles. Only a couple hundred ft of climbing in these miles.
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Old 06-14-13 | 11:15 PM
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Minimum 13 mi in, 17 mi back. At least 60% limestone/gravel trails.
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Old 06-15-13 | 10:21 AM
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13.8 miles each way 3 days a week when it's not pouring down rain.
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Old 06-15-13 | 10:38 AM
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Originally Posted by woodway
18 miles each way...about 900 feet of climbing on the way in, 1100 on the way home. Have not missed a day since mid-2011. It's a sickness...
Geez. I ride 4 miles to work. 150 foot climb on the way there, 50 foot climb on the way home. I can do it without too much problem, but I am drenched in sweat, drink half a water bottle, have to catch my breath for about 10 minutes when i get to work, and need a banana. Some days it's rough - head wind the whole way, traffic lights that seem to go green when I wish they'd be red, and go red when I wish they'd be green. Bumps, climbs, passing traffic. A coworker is a former cyclist that has done 1000+ mile cycling trips, and he thinks I'm a wuss.

I suppose I am, but that's surprising seeing as how the vast majority of people I encounter in my life are too lazy to climb one story of stairs so they take the elevator. Everyone walks slower than I'm comfortable with. People drive from one parking lot to the parking lot next to it rather than walking. They park as close as possible to the store. Pretty much everyone is overweight and has a slew of pill bottles.

But then there are you SOBs who ride 18 miles to flippin work and do 1100ft climbs! I seem to be one of the few that falls somewhere in the middle...
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Old 06-15-13 | 12:18 PM
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13.5 miles to and about 14.5 back. I change routes on the way home sometimes and do 15 miles. I like to go through the hispanic area of town on the way home and smell the Mexican food coming out of their homes.
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Old 06-15-13 | 02:36 PM
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In 2012 my commute was only 6 miles round trip. I rode my bike to work every single day, the entire year. Now I do 8 miles one way. It's too hilly for my fixed gear so I'm on the road bike, which doesn't go out in bad weather. So I usually ride to work 3-4 days a week.

I'll be moving in October, so I'll probably (hopefully) be able to switch back to the fixie.

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Old 06-15-13 | 03:00 PM
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Almost 7 miles each way for me. Although I have some quicker routes, but unless I'm in a rush, I prefer the streets and avenues with the most protected bike lanes.
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Old 06-16-13 | 01:37 AM
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I started commuting to work today for the first time. It's only 3.1 miles down hill and flat on the way and flat and uphill (obviously) back home. 350 foot elevation gain. Took 11 minutes to work and 27 minutes home to give an idea of the hill climb home.
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Old 06-16-13 | 02:09 AM
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29 - 30 miles round trip.

Started on an old heavy steel MTB with slicks and now riding a heavy steel SS with 700 wheels with 32mm tires. I like the simplicity of the SS, but on really windy days, having more gearing options would be nice.
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Old 06-16-13 | 04:19 PM
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7.5 miles each way direct. 90% flat and about 70% on paved bike trails.
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Old 06-16-13 | 04:29 PM
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14.5km (9 miles) each way for me with about 350' of climbing each way. It takes me 30 minutes give or take a minute or two each way. I find I'm much more refreshed and energetic on days I ride in.
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Old 06-16-13 | 08:01 PM
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I was just curious how far everyone is commuting, so how far do you ride to work everyday? My ride is 7.1 miles every morning.
16.5 one way and 33 miles round trip.
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Old 06-16-13 | 08:28 PM
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14.5 miles each way. Usually my ride home sucks because I'm tired and what not but I do it anyway. Riding right now about twice a wk, hopefully I'll be able to add more days.
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Old 06-17-13 | 09:38 AM
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18.5 each way, about ~1100 in and ~800 home. Rest day / bring clothes in on Monday. Tuesday -> Friday, also ride saturday/sunday as well.
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Old 06-17-13 | 12:05 PM
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15 miles each way for last 2 years. I'm about a 50% bike commuter now. Before that my 5 mile each way was a year round everyday commute (down to -27F).
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Old 06-17-13 | 12:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Puck90a
Geez. I ride 4 miles to work... A coworker... thinks I'm a wuss.

I suppose I am, but that's surprising seeing as how the vast majority of people I encounter in my life are too lazy to climb one story of stairs so they take the elevator. Everyone walks slower than I'm comfortable with. People drive from one parking lot to the parking lot next to it rather than walking. They park as close as possible to the store. Pretty much everyone is overweight and has a slew of pill bottles.
I think you've got the right attitude, for the most part. You're already more active than a lot of people, and once you're fit enough that this 4-mile commute seems easy, there is always a way to make it more challenging. Keep up the good work.
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Old 06-17-13 | 02:12 PM
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Depending on the worksite: 10km, 24km or 70km round trip.
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Old 06-17-13 | 02:33 PM
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I have two basic ways to work that together form a loop. If I take the most direct route it is just under five miles, if I go the other way it is about twelve miles. Over the past four years I almost always opt for the longer route.
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Old 06-20-13 | 09:55 PM
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Originally Posted by ThermionicScott
About 6.5 miles to work, 7 coming home.

"Bix Beaterbike" -- that's awesome, cooker.
Thanks.
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Old 06-20-13 | 11:10 PM
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5.1 miles each way, unless the MUP floods, then I've got to find another way around. You guys that commute relatively long distances, every day, year round are a real inspiration to me.
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Old 06-20-13 | 11:33 PM
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just started riding to work two weeks ago. 12.5 miles each way
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Old 06-21-13 | 05:11 AM
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4.1 miles direct. This morning I will take the 25 mile route.
I love taking the long way.

For me, a little over 3 miles each way; 35 to get home the other day.
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