TACOMA WHEELMEN'S CLUB November 2008 Newsletter. 1 www.twbc.org November 2008 Commuting to Work by Bike By Jim Ahrens, Safety & Education Even though it’s getting colder, darker, & wetter I continue to commute to work by bike 2-3 times per week. Right now I cut back my mileage to about 100 miles per week before the weekends. I started wearing long sleeved jerseys again and layering clothes. Another differ- ence is my rain bike has fenders, rear strobe light and HID head light. And even with the lights and reflective clothes, vehicle operators still have trouble seeing bicyclists. Be alert and be seen! Things you’ll need: Bike; Helmet (!!!); Warm and rainproof clothes; Bike light; Lock (op- tional?). Step 1: Buy a bike. It doesn't have