cycling: promotion & further uses of the bike

Three ideas to promote cycling in town:

1) Create big events that bring people together to form a supportive community, such as Ciclovías Events

2) Invest in a network of dedicated cycle paths. Not only think about Amsterdam or Copenhagen, but also Seville or Philadelphia.

3) Rely on smartphone applications to offer an enriched cycling experience, such as the Toronto Cycling app.

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... And another 3 for new uses of pedal power:
1) Charging the mobile phone

2) Washing the laundry

3) Water pump, grinder, thresher or blender (Maya Pedal NGO)

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