Features https://momentummag.com/category/internal/ smart living by bike Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:10:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Sharrows used to make sense in theory, but are now mostly useless and possibly dangerous https://momentummag.com/sharrows-used-to-make-sense-in-theory-but-are-now-useless-in-practice/ https://momentummag.com/sharrows-used-to-make-sense-in-theory-but-are-now-useless-in-practice/#respond Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:05:40 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=35884 Are you tired of feeling like you’re playing a real-life version of Mario Kart while biking through your city? Do you long for a safe, stress-free ride where you can pedal along without fear of getting flattened by a speeding car? Well, my fellow cyclists, I’ve got some good news and bad news for you. […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/sharrows-used-to-make-sense-in-theory-but-are-now-useless-in-practice/feed/ 0 Cities Start to Backpedal on Bike Lanes: A Growing Crisis for Cyclists https://momentummag.com/cities-start-to-backpedal-on-bike-lanes-a-growing-crisis-for-cyclists/ https://momentummag.com/cities-start-to-backpedal-on-bike-lanes-a-growing-crisis-for-cyclists/#respond Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:30:56 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=41071 First it was Premier Doug Ford in Ontario, Canada proposing and enacting legislation to rip up millions of dollars in bicycle infrastructure. There are protests ongoing, local politicians and groups lined up to oppose the move, but still it happens. The trend to remove bike lanes is growing, and it is scary, and based in […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/cities-start-to-backpedal-on-bike-lanes-a-growing-crisis-for-cyclists/feed/ 0 Bike Lane BS: Lessons on What Cities Give Up By Giving In To Car Culture https://momentummag.com/ontarios-bike-lane-hogwash-lessons-on-what-cities-lose-by-giving-in-to-car-culture/ https://momentummag.com/ontarios-bike-lane-hogwash-lessons-on-what-cities-lose-by-giving-in-to-car-culture/#respond Mon, 17 Feb 2025 14:20:59 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=40704 Across cities such as Toronto and throughout North America and other areas, the debate over cycling infrastructure has become increasingly polarized. Scratch that, it is an absolute culture war. While some mayors and policymakers—such as Ontario Premier Doug Ford—remain resistant to bike lanes because his voters are in the suburbs, the evidence is overwhelming that […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/ontarios-bike-lane-hogwash-lessons-on-what-cities-lose-by-giving-in-to-car-culture/feed/ 0 Study shows why bike lane projects are controversial and what cities can do to make it easier https://momentummag.com/study-bicycle-infrastructure-projects-acceptance/ https://momentummag.com/study-bicycle-infrastructure-projects-acceptance/#respond Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:48:47 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=38606 Build safe and separated bike lane projects and people will flock to it like bees to honey, according to a new study that once again provides cities with actual data needed to build-out bona fide bicycle networks. The recent study sheds light on the effectiveness of cycling infrastructure in reshaping public opinion and promoting active […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/study-bicycle-infrastructure-projects-acceptance/feed/ 0 10 Must-Try Valentine’s Day Activities for Bicyclists https://momentummag.com/10-must-try-valentines-day-activities-for-bicyclists/ https://momentummag.com/10-must-try-valentines-day-activities-for-bicyclists/#respond Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:08:23 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=38448 Indulge in the joy of cycling romance this Valentine’s Day with a myriad of exhilarating activities tailored for bicyclists. Whether you’re a meticulous planner or thrive on last-minute spontaneity, celebrating the day of love on two wheels can add a unique and memorable touch to your festivities. Here are 10 enticing ideas to ignite your […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/10-must-try-valentines-day-activities-for-bicyclists/feed/ 0 Cycling and more cycling for a mental health boost this winter https://momentummag.com/cycling-and-more-cycling-for-a-mental-health-boost-this-winter/ https://momentummag.com/cycling-and-more-cycling-for-a-mental-health-boost-this-winter/#respond Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:41:25 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=35644 Cycling is a form of physical activity that has numerous benefits for both physical and mental health. In the dark days of winter from mid-January until the end of February, moods are low and it’s important to do something, anything, to shake off the cobwebs. We know cycling can turn any frown upside down, but […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/cycling-and-more-cycling-for-a-mental-health-boost-this-winter/feed/ 0 Here are 33 Reasons to Start Bike Commuting Right Now https://momentummag.com/here-are-33-reasons-to-start-bike-commuting/ https://momentummag.com/here-are-33-reasons-to-start-bike-commuting/#respond Tue, 04 Feb 2025 15:10:08 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=36061 Sure, it’s winter and the idea of starting bike commuting might be a bit more daunting. Or, maybe it’s just time. What better way to embrace the season than by ditching your car to start bike commuting? Not only is cycling a great way to get exercise and fresh air, but it also helps reduce […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/here-are-33-reasons-to-start-bike-commuting/feed/ 0 Yes these bicycle campers are real and they are magnificent https://momentummag.com/bicycle-trailers-campers/ https://momentummag.com/bicycle-trailers-campers/#comments Mon, 03 Feb 2025 13:45:34 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=36695 The world of bicycle touring has witnessed a fascinating evolution, offering cyclists innovative ways to embrace their wanderlust. Among these exciting developments, bicycle campers and trailers have emerged as popular companions, providing cyclists with mobility, comfort, and endless possibilities for unforgettable journeys. Whether you’re a solo traveler seeking solitude in nature, a family longing for […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/bicycle-trailers-campers/feed/ 3 The velomobiles are coming but will they play a part in the future of e-mobility? https://momentummag.com/the-velomobiles-are-coming-but-will-they-play-a-part-in-the-future-of-e-mobility/ https://momentummag.com/the-velomobiles-are-coming-but-will-they-play-a-part-in-the-future-of-e-mobility/#comments Wed, 29 Jan 2025 15:18:32 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=36839 In a world characterized by rapid urbanization, increasing congestion, and concerns over environmental sustainability, a new mode of transportation has been quietly gaining momentum – the velomobile. To some, they might look like something out of the future, or a type of vehicle that belongs on a golf course or a vacation rental community, but […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/the-velomobiles-are-coming-but-will-they-play-a-part-in-the-future-of-e-mobility/feed/ 2 Shared Lady Beetle is a stunning micro-lending library on wheels https://momentummag.com/shared-lady-beetle-is-a-stunning-micro-lending-library-on-wheels/ Mon, 27 Jan 2025 15:32:40 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=32336 Shared Lady Beetle is a project with a purpose. Bicycle enthusiasts are now all-too-familiar with the mountains of discarded bikes in countries such as China. The images, of bike share bicycles by the thousands, discarded in giant garbage sites elicit strong reactions. How can something so pure and wonderful as the humble bicycle create such […]

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