I've a similar approach, do the cycle paths and back lanes is much better for my mental health but, it's sends the commute to just over 15 miles. Other option is a fast A road that is about 11.4 miles but the aggressive encounters ramp right up from 0 to a few a week.
Ditto this, but not the same difference I distance. I didn’t realise how stressful I found road commuting, especially in the morning, until I found a cycle path most of the way to work. Still head back in the road.
I've a similar approach, do the cycle paths and back lanes is much better for my mental health but, it's sends the commute to just over 15 miles. Other option is a fast A road that is about 11.4 miles but the aggressive encounters ramp right up from 0 to a few a week.