We are asking Star readers to share their thoughts about transit in the GTA — every person’s commute experience is unique. Tell us yours by using this form.

“Commuting by bike really allows you to connect with Toronto in ways that cars and public transit simply don't, any day of the year, in any weather. It's a great way to kickstart your day that's also great for the environment.” — Phil Oliva

How often do you travel from home to work?

Daily

How long is your average commute?

0:45:00

What mode(s) of transportation do you use?

GO Train, Walking, Bicycle, Other,

Where do you live?

Toronto

Where do you work?

Toronto

Rate your morning commute (out of 5):

5

Rate your afternoon/ evening commute (out of 5):

5

What is the best part of your trip?

All of it. I bike all year round in all weather. My commute used to be 10km but it recently changed to 5km. Because cycling is an integral part of my fitness regimen, I almost always extend my commute to work to 15km (total for the day is 20km). On average, in winter, I will do less. I started biking to work because the TTC got too unreliable and unpleasant. It helps that 99% of Toronto drivers are accommodating, south of Lawrence anyway.

Seriously, moving from a car and TTC to a bike for commuting has made my commute a high point of my day, not a low point.

What are the worst “pinch points” of your trip?

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I don't really have any traffic issues or bottlenecks. If it were really bad somewhere, I'd just walk my bike.

Other significant issues include:

- Aggressive or inattentive users of the road

- Weather (but being prepared is key)

- lack of cycling infrastructure

What would make your trip better?

1 - a stronger cycling infrastructure (lanes, bike racks)

2 - drivers who accept that all user of the road are equally entitled to use that road

3 - more police enforcement

4 - laws that protect cyclists more

5 - cleaner air

I'm keenly aware that a majority of poll respondents will talk about traffic and construction, but I'm sure that moving at least part of their commute to cycling will help them in terms of health and outlook. I know I'm lucky to have a smaller distance, but if there is a will, there is a way (e.g. biking to a GO station).