I would love to bike, but no showers at my current workplace :/
I would love to bike, but no showers at my current workplace :/
Bikes are about 4x more efficient, so for short and moderate distances, even walking-effort will get you there in reasonable time.
If you sweat at a walking-effort, try dressing lighter or as others have suggested, use wet wipes and spare clothes at work.
You can also consider an e-bike to avoid sweating on the way to work. On the commute home, use less assist if you want more exercise.
You can also get an electric bicycle and use less effort so that you don't sweat.
You'll still go 3-4x faster than walking, but it'll be the same amount of effort.
Back to driving now, so fed up of the weather here in Seattle to do this during the winter, put the weight back on.
But yes, find someplace to shower. Or, bus in and ride home so you can shower when you get home.
Get a cargo rack + Wald folding pannier baskets, and put your cargo there. Ride with a messenger bag, if needed.
Then you'd sweat no more than you would while walking (if cycling at an appropriate pace).