GOPRO Gangneung Roller, Country Burner Ride (X2) January 31, 2011
By Brian Perich · View Photos
In this Album Location South Korea | People use their bikes to commute for a number of reasons. In some cities, traffic is so congested that it is faster to commute by cycle. Another reason for commuting by bike in the winter is that it can be easier and less expensive to park a bike in a downtown area than a car. Other winter cyclists may use their commute as a way of getting exercise, or as a way to be environmentally friendly. Winter commuting in areas that get snow and ice poses several challenges. In the winter, snow is plowed to the side of the road, which often covers the shoulder of the road and makes the available road surface more narrow. As a result, cars and bicycles have less space to share on the road. As well, winter cyclists have to travel in a variety of conditions which change greatly between a morning and evening commute, from freezing rain to gusting icy winds. As a result, a winter biker may need to bring a variety of clothing in order to be prepared, such as additional outerwear and goggles. Depending on factors including the climate, the length of the commute, and the plowing schedule, some winter bikers wait for the streets to be plowed before setting out. Other winter bikers bike through snowdrifts, which takes a great deal of energy, as a way of getting a vigorous workout. Photos shot with a Go Pro Hero HD Helmet camera and 32GB class 10 SDHC memory card (video/photo quality recording). (: Live to ride, Ride to live. Capture what you can while on the rides. [Recommended Class 10 SDHC Memory for use with GoPro HD HERO] |
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