Bike to Work Week
Posted May 10, 2013 at 5:45 am by Tim Dustrude
Next week is National Bike to Work Week. If that’s too tough to swallow, how about Next Friday (the 17th) is National Bike to Work DAY. And if that’s also too much, well then just enjoy these facts…
Bicycles – Good for you and Good for the Planet
A few bike parking vs. car parking statistics just for interest’s sake:
Number of bikes that can be parked in one car parking space in a paved lot: 6 to 20
Number of racks for bicycle parking in Seattle: 1,900
Estimated cost of constructing one parking space in a paved lot: $2,200
Estimated cost of constructing one parking space in a garage: $12,500
Recreational bike riding is a safe, low-impact, aerobic activity for people of all ages. Bike commuting is an ideal solution to the need for moderate physical activity, which can be practiced five times a week. A 130-pound cyclist burns 402 calories while pedaling 14 miles in an hour. A 180-pound cyclist burns 540 calories while pedaling 14 miles in an hour. (source: www.bikeleague.org)
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