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Bikes are like SUVs
One of the most common reasons I hear in favor of SUVs is that since they sit high you have a better field of vision. In the last 4 weeks I’ve been taking the first step towards getting rid of … Continue reading
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Carrying stuff for every day
I have two bikes I use to go back and forth to work. Therefore I need a bag to carry on my person rather than on the bike. For years I’ve used messenger type bags. One I had was good … Continue reading
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Background
I live in a medium size town 15 miles outside the small city of Wilmington, DE. I am married with an infant. We own 2 small responsible cars, both are fully paid off. I work in Wilmington. Typically I take … Continue reading
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The first step
For the last 4 years I have flirted off and on with riding my bike to work. I’d go several weeks riding most of the time then stop. Last year was the first time I really considered getting rid of … Continue reading
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Philly Car Share
I used to work 3 miles from home. In this situation I either road my bike or drove my Honda Fit, allowing me to run errands at lunch and generally be flexible. Our offices have recently moved and I now … Continue reading
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