Benefits of Bicycling

This picture has been floating about, not sure of the exact source.

Seeing it reminded me of  a book previously blogged about, Urban Cycling  by Katie King Rumford, 

In it Katie lists and goes into some depth on 25 reasons why you should ride;

1. No gas required
2. Free parking everywhere
3. No traffic
4. Always be the first one in line at the light
5. A bike goes where you want, when you want
6. Get your exercise while commuting to work
7. Builds muscle and increases strength and endurance
8. Annual cost of operating a bike: $120, vs annual cost of operating a car $5170
9. 100 bicycles can be produced for the same energy and resources required to build one medium-sized car
10. Decrease your carbon footprint
11. Limit your otherwise excessive purchases at the grocery store
12. Tend to support local businesses
13. Automatic air conditioning
14. There's adventure around every corner
15. You get to see the city
16. Less expensive to fix or replace than a car
17. You can learn how to fix your bike and maintain it
18. Makes you feel like a kid again
19. You appreciate a beautiful day
20. Feel the wind in your face and in your hair
21. Get some vitamin D
22. You meet people on bikes
23. Puts your mind at ease
24. Anyone can do it
25. It's fun

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