The bicycle is one of those tools that knows no limit. Powered by human energy, inherently non-polluting, incredibly efficient, the bicycle is divinely gifted to humanity. Infinitely scalable the bicycle is a tool that can be used to travel 1/2 a mile to school or around the world.
“A bicycle ride around the world begins with a single pedal stroke.” – Scott Stoll
Bicycles influence positive change at many levels from personal to the community to the world. Whether you are riding to the market or riding to the edge of a continent, the bicycle is a noble tool for your journey.
Individual cyclists report improved mental health, feeling more calm and operating in better spirits. Cycling also leads to weight loss, greater heart health and cardio benefits. Some people’s social lives are based on cycling, and economic outcomes are routinely improved due to limited costs of cycling as compared to other transportation modes.
Communities that encourage cycling report numerous benefits. From invigorated business activity around cycling corridors, to a healthier citizenry and less congested streets, the bicycle represents myriad positive influences. Additionally, cyclists are more likely to ride when they feel safe on the road and more cyclists on the road, generally, makes the roads safer for all users.
Lastly, our planet is desperate for the proliferation of non-polluting transportation. Clearly our floating marble in the sky is in trouble with the proliferation of climate related disasters and impacts from a warmer world. It is clear that not every trip can be replaced by a bicycle, but we believe that every motor vehicle trip replaced by a bicycle trip is a positive one and one worth celebrating.
Stay tuned to this site as we unpack to benefits of cycling.