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Chip P.

Tips for Newbies?

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I just started my own company and now will be able to bike to my office. Any tips for a first time commuter? I don't have a gym or a shower near by so any tips on clothes and how not to stink to much will be appreciated by me and my employees.

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  Ronnie C.

  A lot depends on where you live and the weather. But, I found even in weather below freezing I would sweat on the way to work. If you own the company, put in a shower/changing room and offer an incentive for your employees to ride to work also. Most bike commuters I know say they feel better, more awake, more energy during the day when riding in vs driving in. So, give them some sort of incentive and you will have healthier employees who will perform better while at work.

  I know this is not much help but there is no way I know of to not stink when biking to work. I am just glad to have always worked where there were showers to use.

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  Chip P.

  Well unfortunately I can't put in a shower, building won't permit it. What I did was try and dress as best I could. Take it easy on the way in and hard on the way home. I pack wet ones and just clean up in the bathroom. Didn't have any complaints. With the heat and been on the road for two weeks so I hope to get back in the routine.

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