Been in these temps. Not in Australia though so can't talk about UV protection. Sunscreen helped me in other environments though.
Doesn't 'Tour down under' happen during Australian summer months? Somehow they manage, too.
Doesn't 'Tour down under' happen during Australian summer months? Somehow they manage, too.
I am not sure how that translates to everyday commute for tens of millions of people of all fitness levels and ages.
This 'if I can do it then surely everyone can do it' attitude is incredibly myopic given the scale of the issue. You represent less than 1% of the population (A total of 1% of Aussies report cycling to work once a month or more). Your views don't matter or don't apply for the other 99%.
The article is about giving space to -all- participants. Currently we highly prioritize cars due to arguments like the weather. As pointed out, weather is not an issue for many folks out there.