Detroit Bike City
July 13th, 2011Bicycles are gaining popularity as a trend, sport and means of transportation across the nation. The spectrum runs from hipsters on fixed gear bikes to commuters looking to save an extra buck on gas to kids looking for a fun way to pass the time in the summer. Cities are recognizing the growing need to accommodate bikers and are responding with bike lanes, bike racks and other niceties that make the bicyclist’s life easier.
This year, I rode my bike to work for the first time. It was an amazing experience. Not only was it a fun way to get to work, but seeing the city on 2 wheels (and at a moderately slow pace) was really awe-inspiring. I was hooked. I Read more…