Why Is Biking Better Than Driving?

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The discussion centers around the joys and challenges of biking versus driving. Participants express frustration with slow cars and traffic jams, highlighting the benefits of biking, such as avoiding congestion and enjoying the ride. However, they also acknowledge the difficulties of biking long distances, particularly in adverse weather conditions and during pothole season. One user mentions a 35-mile commute, expressing a desire for a shorter distance to bike to work. Another shares a longer 53-mile summer commute, suggesting that long distances can be a barrier to biking for daily travel. Overall, the conversation reflects a love for biking while recognizing the practical limitations imposed by distance and weather.
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How do I love thee? Let me count the ways

1.) Cars are so damn slow

2.) I travel by bike

3.) Poor bastards spending so much money to sit in a traffic jam

4.) Inside passing!

5.) Sidewalks!

6.) I'm six feet high!

7.) Spitting at windshields!

Ah, life is good. :-p
 
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not if u get squashed by cars...
whos laughing now
 
I'm still laughing.
 
Considering it's also pothole season around here, I wouldn't want to be riding around on anything with only two wheels. The constant rain also poses issues (I tend to like having a heater and being dry).
 
Only sunshine and roses here.
 
I love biking, but I unfortunately work 35 miles from home. I would happily ride my bike to work every day if it were only 10 miles, though.

- Warren
 
Hmm, I ride my bike everywhere (!) aswell.. But considering there's never a "rush hour" around here, it's not all that fascinating. I need a car.. blah.
 
chroot said:
I love biking, but I unfortunately work 35 miles from home. I would happily ride my bike to work every day if it were only 10 miles, though.

- Warren

If it makes you feel better, when i work during the summer i commute 53 miles.
 
Franz, you don't go to the University of Pittsburgh, do you?
 

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