So you ride 15 miles to work in the morning and it takes and hour? Do you have to ride on the street or is there a bike path the whole way? I want to start riding my bike to work, but I am a little bit scared of getting mowed down by a driver.
Arch: I do most of my commute on roads. Your best bet is making yourself visible to drivers. I have a red flashing light under my seat, and wear loud ass red or yellow jerseys. Riding home in the dark is another matter, and then I'm lit up like a Christmas tree. That means lots of reflective anklets, arm bands, and stick ons (they go on the straps of my pack and flutter around) that look like a pack of lightning bugs. Be very wary of cars coming towards you. Don't be afraid to use your mouth either. On a bike I'm loud and vulgar, it gets their attention. I'm quick to shoot them a peacesign for acts of kindness though. Follow the road rules and be defensive and you'll be O-TAY.