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Originally Posted by BusyDad
Hi all
I am considering a pedelec for my daily commute and I would welcome any informed opinions about a suitable bike.
The journey is between 10 and 12 miles each way (depending on whether I choose main roads or villages). It is a failry hilly with one particularly long climb on the way there. I would rather not have to recharge the battery at work.
I weigh 15 stone, and am I am reasonably fit.
My motives are to get fitter, save money and not have to wait for buses (they are three hours apart!)
Thanks
BusyDad
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Hi Busy
I do a 11 mile each way commute (generally downhill on the way in). I am also 15st and would put my fitness as now 'improved' to a reasonable level for a 40 yr old.
I manage my commute usually between 38 and 42 minutes each way (although really bad weather can effect this adversely by upto 5 mins) which is normally faster than my car (just). I generally wear clothing specific to cycling as when I get to work I completely change, that way I dont have to worry about getting dirty.
I have chosen a pure pedelec rather than an ebike as I want to ensure that I always get some exercise whether I like it or not, but thats all about personal preferences.
If you need more info, start a thread
Best wishes
John