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orchid, sounds like you live in an area that is conducive to riding. Around here, you could get killed cycling. There is so much traffic and very few roads with paths. And I don't get it because you can have a great path on one major road that leads you to man yother roads that have no paths at all. This is something Maryland definitely needs to address.

What a great way to get exercise. Sounds like you and your partner have some great fun together.



And there are alot of walkers and joggers in our area. I live in a city with over 1 million people. Previous city was also over 1 million also. More like 2 million.Have always lived near downtown or near major public transportation routes.

Cycling on roads with some cars does require cycling with confidence and alertness. It's not dallying about unless you are cycling in a cul-de-sac area.

My only wish ...that more women here would dust off their bikes and bike. Some women have literally told me they don't want to bike for fear of messing their hair!

Your fear of busy roads is same as some men. It just helps to go with an experienced cyclist who knows local traffic patterns and good routes, etc.
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