Why I like small cars, and why I may cycle.
Thursday, October 1st, 2009It’s almost common place in every city I’ve been to these days. Traffic is everywhere.
Recently on a trip to Christchurch, an apparently bike friendly city; I was surprised at the traffic and dangerous driving practices of the local drivers there. This is coming from me, an Auckland driver! This is why I love driving small cars (among other reasons, go karting comes to mind) and am now seriously considering taking up cycling where I can. Sure its sound crazy but I have to start somewhere.
Queentown, Wanaka and Te Anau has given me a glimpse of what a cycling friendly town can be like. But first I need to start to learn to cycle myself (^^; I’m getting better but still a fair way yet). Have a read on this old article (70’s) on cycle infrastructure and let me know if I’m crazy.
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