The War on Cars debuts an ad that extolls the freedom of cycling. “Who’s really more free? People beholden to traffic, gas prices, and the high cost of owning and maintaining a car or those who are able to choose another way?”
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I find it ironic that this video precedes the post about Jason's car troubles, and all the commenters sharing similar stories.
One of the (many) joys of biking is zipping along a bike lane past a long row of cars stuck in traffic.
can confirm.
I liked that. Because I ride my bike everyday. But it also felt a bit half-baked. Could they have thrown me a bone and had lady liberty wear a helmet?
I also should add, I support The War on Cars with $$ and love the podcast and their advocacy.
I am currently living in Europe and I didn't bring my car with me. The freedom is real. The money you save not having to pay for gas, repairs, insurance, is astounding. Not having to worry about finding a parking spot, not having to worry about keeping up with maintenance and inspections. I dread owning a car again. I just wish US infrastructure allowed this by providing reliable public transportation. It's great to take your bike to the post office or to work if your situation allows, but truly living car-free in the US (outside of NYC) seems like something I'll never see in my lifetime. It's such an amazing freedom! I wish we could have it in America.
Oh man. Was recently in Heidelberg, Strasbourg and Copenhagen. Kind of infuriating for an avid US cyclist like myself - and by "avid US cyclist" I mean "someone who uses their bike (and sometimes buses and trains) to get everywhere"
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