I got my ebike a month ago. I cycle at least 35 kilometers a day since. From home to my daughter's nanny, return, five days a week. I've never put much thought about my "identity" as a commuter. All I know is petrol is well over two euros a litre, and I'm getting chubby and out of breath.

I'e always seen driving as something I needed to do. I've never really minded it, but never really liked it either. On the other hand, I really, really love my bike. It takes me everywhere reasonably fast. I do not need an insurance. No paperwork. Low maintenance as well. Should I run out of battery, well, it's still a bike. I don't really have to think about parking either.

I won't make cycling my identity, but I really enjoy the sense of freedom that came with my bike.