Bike Commuting Archives • Average Joe Cyclist https://averagejoecyclist.com/category/commuting-by-bicycle/ A Blog for Average People who LOVE to ride bikes! Mon, 28 Apr 2025 16:16:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 15693361 How To Clean Your Bike Chain the Easy Way https://averagejoecyclist.com/how-to-clean-your-bike-chain/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/how-to-clean-your-bike-chain/#comments Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:08:20 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=35753 Keep your bike chain beautifully clean and lubed, and it will thank you with thousands of miles of smooth rides - without any dropped chains!Here is how to clean your bike chain the easy way! Bike chains need to be kept clean and lubed to keep your gears working smoothly. But the good news is that regular light maintenance will keep your bike in great shape. This post with videos shows the quick and easy way to clean your bike chain, and keep it lubed too.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/how-to-clean-your-bike-chain/feed/ 2 35753 Top 10 Tips to Not Get Hit by a Car on Your Bike https://averagejoecyclist.com/not-get-hit-by-cars/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/not-get-hit-by-cars/#comments Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:08:31 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39168 To avoid falls, stay AWAY from the gutters. Bike safetyHere is a must-read post about bike safety, with 10 excellent tips on how NOT to get hit with a car by a motorist. This post will provide you with practical tips to help you to stay safe on your bike.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/not-get-hit-by-cars/feed/ 2 39168 Garmin HRM Dual vs Wahoo TRACKR Heart Rate Monitors: The Ultimate Heart Rate Monitor Showdown for Cyclists https://averagejoecyclist.com/garmin-hrm-dual-vs-wahoo-trackr-heart-rate-monitors/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/garmin-hrm-dual-vs-wahoo-trackr-heart-rate-monitors/#respond Sat, 15 Mar 2025 04:15:36 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=45601 Garmin HRM Dual vs Wahoo TRACKR Heart Rate Monitors: The Ultimate Heart Rate Monitor Showdown for CyclistsThis post compares the Garmin HRM Dual vs Wahoo TRACKR heart rate monitors. Both are very popular choices with cyclists, and both offer excellent data accuracy for cyclists who want to monitor their heart rate response to their workouts. However, there are some notable differences. Our post clearly outlines the similarities and differences, so that you can quickly decide which heart rate monitor will work better for you.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/garmin-hrm-dual-vs-wahoo-trackr-heart-rate-monitors/feed/ 0 45601 The 7 Biggest Mistakes People Make When They Try to Start Bike Commuting https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-bike-commuting-mistakes/ Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:08:23 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=17237 Which is the Best Garmin Edge Bike Computer?Many people set out to do bike commuting, and then give up because it just does not work out. That's not because they can't do it. It's just because they make some beginner mistakes. Here are the top 7 most common mistakes that people make when they try to become bike commuters. Read our post to learn how to avoid these all too common mistakes.

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]]> 17237 Reelight Rl721 Bike Lights Review – Lights that are ALWAYS ON https://averagejoecyclist.com/reelights-review/ Sun, 26 May 2024 12:08:11 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39865 The Reelight Rl721 bike lights are powered by electrodynamic induction, which means that power is generated as your bike movesReelight Rl721 bike lights are a set of front and rear bike lights. They are always on because they are powered by your bike's movement. Put them on your bike and never be caught without bike lights again. Read our post to see how they work, and how they can keep you safe on your bike.

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]]> 39865 7 of the Best Cycling Balaclavas for 2024 https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-cycling-balaclavas-winter-2/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:05:55 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39565 I sometimes wear my cycling balaclavas for wintry hikesHere is everything you need to know about how to choose the best cycling balaclava for winter cycling. To save you tons of research time, we have a chart that carefully compares 7 of the best cycling balaclavas. Then, we have more details about each of these 7 balaclavas, including videos.

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]]> 39565 Do I Need to Replace My Helmet After a Bicycle Crash? https://averagejoecyclist.com/replace-helmet-after-crash/ Sun, 18 Feb 2024 00:21:34 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=43946 It is useful to understand the design and structure of a bike helmet as well as its role in protecting one’s headLearn the importance of a helmet, when to replace it, and get insights into proper care. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, stay informed for a safer biking experience.

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]]> 43946 Best Headphones for Safe Cycling https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-headphones-safe-cycling-2/ Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:08:40 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=38418 In this post and comparative chart we compare some of the best headphones for safe cycling. Not all headphones are the same – some are much more immersive and potentially dangerous; others enable you to be much more aware of your surroundings. The safest leave your ears completely open. These are the kind of headphones we feature in this post. And you might even want to consider a smart helmet with integrated stereo speakers! Use this post to quickly figure out which headphones would be the best and safest for your needs and budget.

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]]> 38418 Rising Cyclist Fatality Rates Raise Concerns in the Seattle Area https://averagejoecyclist.com/rising-cyclist-fatality-rates-seattle/ Sun, 31 Dec 2023 00:36:31 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=43687 Seattle has good cycling infrastructure (by North American standards), so you can go just about anywhere on a Lime bikeRising numbers of cyclists and drivers in Seattle has been accompanied by an extremely troubling rise in cyclist fatalities. This post explores the root causes, and explains what to do in the event of an incident.

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]]> 43687 How to Get Your Bike Ready for Safe Winter Cycling https://averagejoecyclist.com/get-bike-ready-winter-cycling/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 16:05:06 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=36413 Not only is cycling fun, but it can help you to lose weight tooLearn all about how to get your bike ready for safe winter cycling, and how to protect your bike against extreme weather conditions. We include information on choosing the right bike for winter cycling, how to service your bike for extreme weather cycling, and how to choose the right components for your bike for winter cycling.

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