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There are numerous benefits to commuting on your bike including:
- Health and fitness - get your daily exercise requirements in as you commute
- Cost - cycling is cheaper than driving or public transport
- Time - in towns and cities, it is often faster to cycle than to drive, especially at rush hour
- Environment - cycling is a more environmentally friendly method of commuting than driving
- Increased mobility - cycling means that those without access to a car or public transport can easily get around the place
If you are new to cycle commuting, there are a few basic things that you will need
- A bicycle in good working order
- Lights, if you are going to be cycling at night/in low lighting levels
- Spare tubes, tyre levers and a puncture repair kit
- Rain gear
- Decent locks, preferably 2 locks, both different types such as a D lock and a chain lock