Not many daylight hours here for riding

[Susimi]

I would suggest getting some lights that make you be seen, like powerful LED ones. They are bright and they certainly advertise your presence.

As for the longer days, the sun is setting past 4pm in the UK now while a week earlier it was setting at 3:45pm. It's kind of a shame really.

 

[moneyman]

The less daylight the more people should use lighting equipment as they are outside in the dark. It helps other notice you in the traffic and may prevent you from getting hit.

 

[oshop]

wow, cool bro...

 

[Flatbardave]

Was amazed they started the TDPS 101 mile, in the dark. Lots of riders with lights, I didnt take mine. Finished in 70° Weather & sunshine. Ride This year it was 30 days earlier than normal

 

[Susimi]

It's starting to get a lot brighter for longer now. This time a month ago it was dark by 4 in the afternoon. Now it's getting dark at 5 in the afternoon. Natural I know but I always get a little sad when the days start getting longer.

 

[Kakashi]

I'm from the Philippines and 365 days a year, sunrise is between 5am-6am and sunset is between 5:30pm - 6:30pm. Basically it's sunny at 6AM and very dark at 7PM.

 

[TrailTracker]

While it's great you're aware of the early sunsets, I have to point out that those lights should be on your bike year-round, not just during winter. Safety should always be a priority, and being visible to drivers is a crucial part of that. Don't wait until it's too late to invest in a good set of lights.

 

[innermusic]

"Indeed, the encroaching darkness is a constant reminder of the fleeting nature of daylight in these winter months. It's as if the sun itself is mocking us, daring us to venture out into the cold and dark. But fear not! For we are not mere mortals, we are cyclists, and we will not be deterred by such trivial matters as the rotation of the earth.

We will mount our steeds and ride into the darkness, lights ablaze, a beacon of hope and determination. The cold air will sting our faces, the wind will howl in our ears, but we will not falter. For every minute of daylight lost, we will gain strength, we will gain speed, we will gain endurance.

And so, as the sun sets earlier and earlier, we will rise to meet the challenge. We will not be defeated by the darkness, for we are cyclists, and we are unstoppable."

(Note: I am not a fitness enthusiast, cyclist, skier, or experienced in any dieting methods. This response is purely fictional and written in a dramatic manner as per your instructions)