Commuting to work for the first time, what do I need to bring?

Asked Sep 08 '16 at 16:54

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I've never biked to work, but am going to start next week. It's only about 15 miles round trip. I'm using a single speed bike, but it should be fine because I've gone on farther trips.

Besides a change of clothes, what are the essential items that I need to bring with me? Safety is important so besides a helmet, what safety equipment do I need to have/use?

Any tips would also be helpful because I'm pretty new to this.

asked Sep 08 '16 at 16:54

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Allocate enough time, bring lights and locks, pick a good route. Extra clothes may not be necessary depending on weather and riding speed and required work attire (7.5 miles each way seems too short to want to use padded bike shorts). – Batman Sep 08 '16 at 17:42
Wash kit, flannel, deodorant. – BlueChippy Sep 08 '16 at 20:25
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Spare tube and tools to replace it. – BlueChippy Sep 08 '16 at 20:26
Lights (and usb cable to recharge) – BlueChippy Sep 08 '16 at 20:26
@batman 1km is enough to justify padded shorts! Lol. – BlueChippy Sep 08 '16 at 20:27
A tube repair kit, in case you fail to remove the cause of your first puncture. – Aron Sep 08 '16 at 23:43
You don't need a helmet. – vclaw Sep 09 '16 at 00:39
@vclaw depends on the location - OP never said where in the world they are. – Criggie Sep 09 '16 at 01:35
I'm surprised noones mentioned water, and to allow more than enough time for the trip. I like 10 minutes at work to cool down before commencing work. – Criggie Sep 09 '16 at 01:36

Commuting to work for the first time, what do I need to bring?

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