Can Cycling be safer?

Very few adults would find the courage to cycle to work for the fear of 'getting killed 'in a road traffic crash. The fear is justified if the cyclist does not take precautions and train himself to ride safely. Although I would agree with many Malaysians that our roads are not cyclist friendly, I have found that many countries in the world also have poor road traffic systems which would endanger the lives of cyclists.

Before you jump on your bike and take to the roads, kindly go through these websites:-
1. Think! Road Safety Website - Do's and Dont's for cyclists and Motorists
2. How not to get hit by cars
3. Is cycling dangerous?
4. Cycling Road Rules (Australian)

We are in the process of engaging trained professional coaches to help our fellow cyclists who want to commute to work on their bicycles. Kindly contact me at draston@gmail.com if you are interested.

Let's cycle our work anxiety away

I remember spending an hour cycling every evening (unless it rained cats and dogs) when I was a teenager. It was not because I was made to run errands but it was for leisure and fun after a long day's school.

Many of us spend at least 10 to 12 hours at work only to return home with stiffened shoulders and low back pain. Demanding job requirements have resulted in stress-related manifestations e.g. headache, palpitation, dizziness and sleeplessness.

Cycling to work may offer some relief when you are physically stronger and having time to destress while pedalling the bike. You would also have a lower heart rate and be able to sleep better once you are cycling regularly.

Take your bike out for a ride today!

Cycling Professionals - Cycle to save the environment, keep fit and streamline your finances!

Although the inhabitants of developed and developing nations (see global chart) has been shown to continue to get fatter due to lack of physical activity and excessive food intake, not many in Malaysia would consider cycling to work.

The astronomical rise in world oil price (see OPEC Basket Price)has resulted in incessant rumours of petrol price hikes to haunt road-users after the initial increase of 40%. The working population are putting in overtime and getting 2 jobs just to pay off their mortgages, utility and food bills. Those who do so would often find that they are too tired to exercise at the end of the day.


Despite the inadequacies of the current road transport system, the working professional would need to consider certain tough measures to improve the quality of life. Now it's time to act and reduce daily expenses, strategise and cycle!