Biking in Buenos Aires
Why bike? 5 Reasons why to choose going by bicycle.
by William Whittle on 04/16/12
Pedal yourself or put the pedal to the metal?
As a disclaimer, we understand that it is absolutely necessary for some to go by automobile. This blog post is for people who have the choice, especially in urban landscapes.
Why should you choose going by bicycle rather than other modes of transportation? Here are 5 reasons for you to contemplate...
1. La Pacha mama
Also known as mother earth in Ingles. The globe is becoming increasingly populated with people and the consequences of our choices have more of an impact. By choosing the bike over any other vehicle that emits carbon dioxide we are making a positive impact on this beautiful pacha mama. Let's pedal our way to be more conscientious and helps others do the same.
2. Bring out your inner child
How do you feel when riding a bicycle? From the many we have asked, the answers most often relate to liberation or freedom. It's a feeling of breaking free and brings back the gitty feeling in the panza like being a kid again. Just ask this kid.
3. Improved mental and physical health
Have you ever been stuck in traffic while in a hurry to be somewhere? The curse words slip out you start hitting things in your mind. The stress level hits high and your mind and body are effected. You can always snake that traffic while on a bike and break free. Also, in a made-up study conducted by Biking BA, more calories are burned when biking 1km as opposed to being transported 1km in an automobile. Try it for yourself, go to work for a month straight on bike and see how you feel. We are patiently awaiting your results.
4. Save $$$
Your wallet will also thank you for choosing to ride your bicycle. I recently calculated all of the 'monedas' or change I have accumulated in the last six months from not going on subte or bus and it came out to be 93 pesos or the equivalent of 20usd. Little by little, we can pedal our way to financial freedom.
5. Inspire others to bike with you
Be a part of a movement. Start your own bike movement wherever you may be, people will join you, even that person cursing at you from behind the wheel of the car. They'll soon break free as well and be pedaling alongside you. Inspire yourself to ride, bring some friends along and watch the amount of people on bikes grow. La pacha mama will thank us all.
Keep on pedaling amigos!
Who Are We?
by William Whittle on 04/12/12After realizing how perfect this city is for cycling, my roommates and I started Biking BA with the mission to change tourism in Buenos Aires for the better. We are absolutely convinced that a bicycle is the answer to truly experience this city from all angles. Please visit our About Us page to find out more. We look forward to meeting you!
