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So I'm getting a bike next week to cycle through part of my journey to school. Anyone else cycle to school, and what are the pros/cons?
pro more freedom/speed to walking
con could get runover

(edited 7 years ago)
You should totally go for it! :tongue:

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I cycle to uni. It's great. Careful on the road. Motorists LOVE to overtake dangerously close to you because waiting for 10 - 30 seconds is just too much for some people, they'd risk killing you instead. Don't get me started on buses.

Happy cycling.
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Original post by hezzlington
I cycle to uni. It's great. Careful on the road. Motorists LOVE to overtake dangerously close to you because waiting for 10 - 30 seconds is just too much for some people, they'd risk killing you instead. Don't get me started on buses.

Happy cycling.


Taking your bike on buses, or buses overtaking you?
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Taking your bike on buses, or buses overtaking you?


Buses over taking me.
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My mom thinks it's dangerous cuz I'll be riding on the road
I did it for a few years but then stopped because it wasn't worth it. I saved maybe 5 minutes over walking and had the hassle of dealing with busy roads, locking a bike away, etc. If you live further away from your school so there's actually an advantage in cycling then it probably is worth it, though.
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Original post by Plagioclase
I did it for a few years but then stopped because it wasn't worth it. I saved maybe 5 minutes over walking and had the hassle of dealing with busy roads, locking a bike away, etc. If you live further away from your school so there's actually an advantage in cycling then it probably is worth it, though.


It would be a massive advantage. 20 minutes cycling would be at least 40 minutes walking.
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It would be a massive advantage. 20 minutes cycling would be at least 40 minutes walking.


Well then yeah, it's probably a good idea. Just make sure you understand the rules of the road and maybe choose a route that minimises your time on main roads.
I cycle, took me just over 21 mins at 7 miles today. I'm quite good at it; I go 20mph which is quicker than cars factoring in traffic.
That's a good idea. Cycling to school will motivate you to work harder in school so that you can get a good job when you're older - that way you can afford a car and wont ever have to cycle again
I cycled to school everyday from Year 5 to Year 13 :biggrin:

It's fun, go for it!
Pros:You get to school quicker than walking.
Cons: It can be a bit slippy on icy roads, but you don't have to worry about that now.
I would if it wasn't for my stupid kilt... :frown:
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I would if it wasn't for my stupid kilt... :frown:


Lol many girls cycle
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Lol many girls cycle


It wouldn't even be too bad if it were a skirt. But, with a kilt, it wouldn't take long for the world to face my rear end. :colonhash:
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So I'm getting a bike next week to cycle through part of my journey to school. Anyone else cycle to school, and what are the pros/cons?


M or F? You'd be sweaty n stinky once you get to school no doubt but healthier & fitter

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I'm male. The sweat and smell is something I can deal with. I'll only be cycling for 20 minutes too.


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Depends on the route in. Its a big advantage for time and health if you do it. Not so nice if it rains. If its safe then do it imo.

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