07/17/23 July Monnd

Go to bike

In the search for sustainable and healthy transportation alternatives, more and more people are choosing to cycle to work. Doing so not only benefits your health and mood, but also has a positive impact on the environment and your personal finances.

However, to fully enjoy this experience, it's essential to have the right knowledge and advice. In this comprehensive guide, Shad Bikes will help you understand the benefits of cycling to work and give you practical tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable cycling experience. We also want to encourage you to do so and make it easier for you to travel to work with our products.

Discover how cycling to work can change your daily routine and improve your quality of life!

Benefits of cycling to work

Going to work by bike not only helps preserve the environment by being more sustainable, but it will also directly help you lead a healthier lifestyle. To this end, let's list the various benefits of cycling to work:

Benefits for your health

Cycling to work is an aerobic exercise. Therefore, strengthens the heart, the lungs and the musclesPlus, if you cycle to work regularly, you'll be helping to increase your endurance and improve your overall fitness.

Starting your day by cycling, which is also a relaxing physical activity, can help you have more energy throughout the day, as well as a better mood during your workday.

Benefits for your pocket

By using a bicycle as your means of transportation to work, you'll eliminate the need to regularly fill up your car or even pay to park near your workplace. In addition, you'll also save on potential public transportation costs. And, what's more, you won't even need to join a gym to go cycling!

Benefits for the environment (we must take care of it!)

When choosing the bicycle as a means of transport, contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, helping to combat climate change. Furthermore, cycling doesn't generate noise pollution or contribute to traffic congestion.

Preparing to go to work by bike

Evaluation of the route you will follow

Before you set off on your bike to work, it's important to know and plan your route. We recommend always looking for the safest options for your commute, avoiding busy roads and opting for quieter routes, and preferably using bike lanes whenever possible. Obviously, it's also important to calculate your time so you don't arrive late to work, even taking the route on the weekend before the workweek to see how long it might actually take. You can also consult mobility apps like Google Maps, which can help you find the best bike route and guide you through the travel time.

Choosing a bike to go to work

Choose a bike that suits your needs and the type of terrain you'll be riding on.A city bike or a hybrid bike are excellent options for getting around town. Also, don't forget to use quality equipment, such as a helmet, headlights and taillights, and reflective clothing to increase your visibility, especially during low-light hours.

Knowledge of traffic regulations

It's essential to know and respect traffic regulations (and yes, they also apply to cyclists). Familiarize yourself with traffic signs, intersections, and crossings, and adapt to the traffic flow you encounter. Remember to signal for changes in direction, be aware of vehicles and pedestrians around you, and obey all traffic lights.

Other tips for cycling to work safely

Bicycle maintenance

To minimize potential setbacks, it's important to keep your bike in good condition. Regularly check the brakes, tires, and chain. Make sure the tires are properly inflated and the chain Lubricated. If anything isn't working properly or you suspect something is wrong, take your bike to a specialized workshop for the necessary adjustments. Also remember to keep it clean and free of dirt to avoid mechanical problems.

Personal safety

Yes, we're talking about your own safety. Your safety is the most important thing. Always wear appropriate protective equipment, such as a helmet that meets safety standards. Also, wear clothing that makes you more visible on the road. We also recommend carrying a water bottle to stay hydrated during the ride.

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Advantages of cycling to work

Promoting cycling as a means of transportation to work, as we've seen in this article, offers numerous benefits for both you and your company. And if, in addition to cycling to work, you also have employees, we want you to know that among the most important advantages are improved health and well-being, reduced stress, the promotion of an active lifestyle, and the creation of a more sustainable and environmentally friendly work environment. Cycling to work promotes the adoption of active lifestyles and the building of a corporate culture that is aware of the importance of sustainability.

At Shad Bikes we offer luggage solutions (bags, panniers and backpacks) Focused on micromobility, these bikes are tailored to urban cyclists like you. Check out our collections to learn more about our products and make your bike commute a perfect experience every day.