Great bike cities feel like they have a "culture" of cycling. But I've often wondered if it's culture or opportunity that creates this urban vibe — can you h...
  • Showroom7561
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    1 year ago

    I’m kind of floored that Montreal was able to get 20,000+ cyclists at a single event. Amazing!!

  • dave_r@reddthat.com
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    1 year ago

    everyday rides helps keep Seattle’s bike culture going - I think it’s pretty cool.

    A big part of bike culture is finding people to ride with. A way people do this is by joining cycling clubs, but not everybody wants to Lycra up to get dropped.

    Seattle also has the huge cascade bicycle club, but it can be a bit… stillted.

    I love having a catalog of rides in the city. I’d love to see Everyday Rides for many more!

  • ian@feddit.uk
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    1 year ago

    True bike culture is when cycling is normal and not special. I cycle to work and go everywhere on my city on my bike. I don’t want a car. To me cycling is normal. It’s not a past time. It’s my transport. If a place has extensive and safe cycling infrastructure, cycling can become the easiest way to get around. That’s when a bike culture can develop.