Gas Shortage/Cycling story carried by Local Radio Station
It's been a bit of trouble finding gas in Atlanta the past week or so. Much of it is panic buying, but when people can't find gas, they tend to panic. It appears some of the panic has subsided when I rode past the gas station down the corner from where I live (notice there are no SUVs filling up and there is a scooter), but even with short lines at the pump, there were still record numbers of cyclists out. I counted 43 today when 20 has been a good number.
The effect on cycling is also getting in the news. Atlanta's WGST 640AM spoke with myself and ABC's Rebecca Serna yesterday about bike commuting, the health benefits, and how to gain confidence negotiating traffic on a bike. The interview was aired this morning on Jennifer Perry's Wellness Wednesday spot (listen here) during the Morning Drive show.
The gas panic has gotten people thinking about what they would do if they can't find gas. The alternatives have always been there. Now people are starting to notice.
Commute Summary
Round Trip Distance: 18.9
Number of Cyclists seen: 55 (wow) 12 in AM and 43 in PM
In-bound Route: Goofin' 9.6
Out-bound Route: Emory via Clifton
Weather: Fall is slipping in, sunny with a cool breeze, but still riding in shorts
Labels: advocacy, bike-commuting, media
posted by Jett @ 10:25 PM
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2 Comments:
I think the gas shortage is doing amazing things for cycling in Atlanta - I hope that more and more people get out there on bikes! I have found it very exciting that lately I roll up to a stop light and there are 3 or 4 other people waiting with me. :) Also - thank you for linking to my blog, very cool!
Yes, my daily commute is turning into a group ride!
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