Solution: pack a spare set of clothes and shower when you reach the office
2. Excuse: the traffic is too heavy
Solution: that is exactly why one should cycle, to avoid the jam
3. Excuse: it is too dangerous and risky of getting into an accident
Solution: all transportation methods has ts risk, it is how we should manage and prevent it. Always keep to the left and make yourself visible by wearing bright coloured clothes or reflective straps. When cycling at night, always have blinker and head lights on. Not forgetting the helmet. Reflective vest are highly recommended for night cycling.
4. Excuse: how to go pass the round about?
Solution: when reaching a round about, look back for any approaching cars, raise your right hands indicating that you are entering the round about, taking the 12 or 3 o clock exit. When you are sure that the cars behind you sees you, cycle with confidence and slightly increase your speed. When approaching the exit, lift your left hand to indicate that you are exiting.
5. Excuse: There is no bicycle lanes in Malaysia
Solution: not entirely true, in Shah Alam, certain parts of the city has designated cycling lanes that is painted in blue. That said, more cyclist on the road will send good indications to the government to build roads that takes into account the cycling community.
6. Excuse: I need to send my kids around / I am carrying heavy weight item.
Solution: there is no solution for this but to drive then. Unless cycling a trishaw does not seem weird.
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Other benefits of cycling:
1. Exercise! Of course
2. Save petrol
3. Environmental friendly
4. Meet new friends