That makes sense. Biking feels more real than driving. Like you’re actually part of a place. I’ve had huge mental benefits from switching to biking and walking for my groceries when I can
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So it works in Germany, one of the best countries in the world when it comes to bikes. How about other countries?
I got a fixed gear bike last year and a trailer to pull my kids around in (when they want to go with me).
I pretty much exclusively use that to get around and get groceries instead of my car now.
Even in the rain, it's just so much more fun to be on a bicycle than to drive.
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Can I get one of these, but electric? I'll take two if they look way cooler.
Can I get one of these, but electric? I’ll take two if they look way cooler.
I think the bike in the article is electric I thought it looked like this, but it could be another manufacturer's design
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Imagining riding around with the sidecars full of water. (shudder)
https://www.tripsavvy.com/weather-in-portland-oregon-2743084
"Among U.S. cities, Portland ranks third with 164 rainy days annually."
... you really can't think of a solution to that very predictable and common problem? A top on the buckets? Holes in the bottom?
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I think a couple of holes in the cart means... Your argument really doesn't hold water
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