We’ve seen them all, the wide array of different cyclists on their morning commute. All wearing different cycle clothing, from suits to lycra. All riding different types of bikes ranging from streamlined road bikes to slow and steady granny bikes.
Obviously the choice that people make as to which type of bike to ride is based upon what they are going to use it for. A range of things affect what bike they choose, how far they need to go, what they are bringing with them and finally, whether they have showers at work.
Most people think they have made the best choice for commuting. But have they made the right choice? Would it work out faster for a granny bike to get to work over a fixed gear bike? You’d think not, but I might just prove you wrong.
If you choose 4 different cyclists and time how long it takes them to get to work, we’ll then see who’s fastest. If we take 2 lycra wearing cyclists, one of a fixed gear one, the other on a road bike. Then take another two cyclists, one in a suit on a granny bike, and the other in casual wear on a mountain bike.
Of course a large number of people will think that the fixed gear and the road bike will shoot off and beat the others by miles. This is true, they would, however, they haven’t won yet. When these 2 get to their work, they are basically a waterfall of sweat. So for them, not only do you have the time to get to work, but you also have to factor in the time to have a shower.
For the other 2, the mountain biker may have got there resonably quickly, but being still a bit sticky, a shower will be required. Finally, the granny bike, although it comes in last, the rider is sweat free and has enjoyed their ride. No need to catch your breath or have a shower, you can simply walk into work.
So once you get all the factors together and plus the amount of time taken to get to work, plus the time to recover from cycling. The granny bike comes out on top. It proves that slow and steady really does win the daily commute.
Next time you’re on your way to work, spend some extra time considering your travel options.
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