This short film, which I found over at Spokes 'n' Folks, illustrates Boulder's work and commitment to a way of life that has the potential to enrich just about everyone's day. As a South Florida resident for 26 years, it embarrasses me how little concern our politicians and transportation planners have for cyclists and how much disdain many South Floridians show their fellow citizens with whom they share the road. Too busy getting to work, or partying or finding the next best restaurant, I suppose.
Enjoy.
Boulder Bike Story from Bikes Belong on Vimeo.
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I lived in Boulder from 1982-1990, and the first two years I lived within a couple of miles of the university, so I would bike to and from school, even in winter. It's a hilly town which made it tough doing it on the 1971 Triumph 3-speed that I'd bought when I was a student at U of Miami, but it was a good town to bicycle in with bike paths, well-marked streets, and plenty of places to park and lock.
Ironically, the university itself was a tough place to ride a bike because they were not allowed on the walkways or driveways (neither was skateboarding). It felt a little silly to be walking a bike across campus, but I suppose it was better than running over people.
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