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Kimpatsu Hekigan

Mar 30, 2010, 9:46 PM

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Mexico City bicycle program pedals uphill

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Article in the Los Angeles Times about the Ecobici project, an effort to get capitaleños to switch to bicycles. Link below:

"Officials in Mexico's capital have parked bikes in key areas and, for a fee, made them available to commuters in hopes of making a dent in the city's aggressive car culture and improving the air."

Mexico City bicycle program pedals uphill

Fun quote:

"...it's hard to envision a steeper road for bike commuting than chaotic, smoggy Mexico City, where 4 million vehicles joust for position and...many residents view riding the bus or subway as about as likely as space travel."

FWIW,

-- K.H.

Before enlightenment: Chop wood, haul water.
After enlightenment: Chop wood, haul water.

Mar 30, 2010, 10:32 PM

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Re: [Kimpatsu Hekigan] Mexico City bicycle program pedals uphill

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In any large, metropolitan city, the steep rode to bicycle commuting begins with the bike. Bicyclists can peddle up a hill in the smog, coast around jousting vehicles and easily arrive at their destination. Unfortunately, many residents view biking as likely as space travel. Mexico City is at least trying to make a change. Give it some credit, please.
Buen viaje, David