In addition, cycling provides a variety of health benefits.[12][13] The World Health Organization (WHO) states that cycling can reduce the risk of cancers, heart disease, and diabetes that are prevalent in sedentary lifestyles.[14][10] Cycling on stationary bikes have also been used as part of rehabilitation for lower limb injuries, particularly after hip surgery.[15] Individuals who cycle regularly have also reported mental health improvements, including less perceived stress and better vitality.[16]

Cycling also offers a reduced consumption of fossil fuels, less air or noise pollution, reduced greenhouse gas emissions,[9] and greatly reduced traffic congestion

These have a lower financial cost for users as well as for society at large (negligible damage to roads, less road area required)

  • @Godless_Nematode
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    52 years ago

    Where I live, riding a bike is a death wish. Right-of-way is based on vehicle size with bikes and pedestrians having the lowest ranking. I’d love to ride a bike but I’m not suicidal.

    • @sascuachOP
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      22 years ago

      I’m planning to get a bike, and ride down side streets. A lot of hood folks over here ride bikes on sidewalks, which feels slightly intimidating as a pedestrian, especially on like bridges where I can’t step onto the grass.

      Would that work where you live?