Is it really that hard to commute full time by bike? What are the unforeseen hurdles that one must overcome to become a proficient biker? Does not having a car impact your quality of life or restrict what you are able to do in this modern day urban world?
These are the questions that one woman, Kara, is determined to answer this upcoming year. And, best of all, she is going to document her entire experience! Today was the first meet and greet / initial planning meeting for the project Bike Love! Over delicious appetizers (the fried zucchini was wonderful), a group of mostly strangers sat down to discuss topics ranging from bike setup to video logistics surround this intriguing topic.
Kara is not a biker. She hasn't been racing in events or own a closet full of riding gear. Her current bike is an "undersized mountain bike ... I think." Following her won't be a "How To" on biking ... it'll be a complete foray into the steep learning curve of pedal power. We'll watch as she discovers the joys of riding in the rain, finding routes and shortcuts, and dealing with self-entitled motorists.
We'll also get an insider look at the biking community. From Zoo Bombers, "hard-core" bikers (too much spandex), and the infamous Naked Bike ride, Kara will delve into a culture that many people are flocking too in an effort to escape the pump. We'll follow her adventure here on The Simple Living Project and hopefully hear some of her insights as her year progresses.
Although there is no blog for the Bike Love project yet, one is in the works and should be up shortly. You can currently show your support by following Bike Love on Facebook - so head on over and see what it's all about!
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