LawHelmet
LawHelmet t1_jb4shnz wrote
Reply to comment by Notspherry in Study reveals that although private automobiles continue to be the dominant travel mode in American cities, the share of car trips has slightly and steadily decreased since its peak in 2001. In contrast, the share of transit, non-motorized, and taxicab trips has steadily increased by giuliomagnifico
I used to cycle to work when work had showers that were worth a damn.
Europe’s need for space efficiency vs America’s space availability is what decimates cycling as a normal mode of transportation.
Average commute time for an American is an hour. An hour in a car in traffic, is probably 2ish hours by bike. 12-15 miles an hour over any terrain on a bike is sweating, generally, and a respectable exercise pace.
Imagine doubling your commuting time. Where’s the time come from?
LawHelmet t1_jb4sr5u wrote
Reply to comment by Yolo_420_69 in Study reveals that although private automobiles continue to be the dominant travel mode in American cities, the share of car trips has slightly and steadily decreased since its peak in 2001. In contrast, the share of transit, non-motorized, and taxicab trips has steadily increased by giuliomagnifico
Dude. I was in DC. Samesies but Penn Ave solo from straight down the middle of the Mall and along the Reflecting Pool and places bicycles can go but motorcycles normally cannot.