Commuting by Unicycle for Everyone!

Commuting by unicycle is a great way to put your unicycle skills to test, get better balance and technique, and get super fit.  Unicycling to work or school or to get groceries every day will make you super amazing in almost every way.

Commuting by unicycle is pretty similar to commuting by bicycle, so you will need some similar things.  Make sure you have a helmet, and some sort of light system.  Maybe a flashing light for your backpack, and a headlamp if you will be riding at night.  Also be sure to be prepared for the weather.  I am thinking at least a rain jacket and pants, and some shoes with a lot of tractions.

Also when unicycling to your destination, feel free to use the sidewalk.  That is right, the sidewalk.  You are not an official bike, you fall more in the realm of wheelchair. This allows you to go almost wherever you like outside. Just be sure to be courteous of other pedestrians and let people know that you are about to pass them.

If you do not have a 24" wheel unicycle or larger.  I would consider getting one before I tried to go anywhere more than a couple of blocks.  The larger the wheel the faster you will be able to go. Conversly, if you get a really big wheel, say a 36" Coker, you will lose quite a bit of control, and have to turn wide corners, and start slowing early.

As I am sure you are aware, unicycling is difficult.  I recommend trying to unicycle in half mile incraments until you get to your desired distance.  Your body may need some time to acclimate itself to the crazy things you are making it do.  Your body will slowly get used to the saddle, and your legs will get strong.

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