[koyote]

I have done the same and it's great.

The main issue is that I used to spend the commute reading books. So I have basically exchanged "mental" excericse with physical excercise. I feel that listening to an audiobook while cycling is a bit too dangerous for an urban commute like mine.

[padraic7a]

I really sympathise with this. I changed job about two yeas ago and switched from an hour long train ride to a 30 minute cycyle. The shorter commute is great, and the in built exercise is great, but man I really miss that chance to read, or just relax.

[Freak_NL]

Why not get into the habit of reading in bed for a while before sleep? It helps the brain wind down, and is easy to maintain as a habit.

[Doctor_Fegg]

I have all my best ideas while riding my bike. It’s mental exercise of a different sort.