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October 24, 2012 by DontFlyGo
Overland Vehicle of the Month: The eBike
There are myriad reasons to ride a bike. It’s faster than walking, it’s greener than driving, and let’s face it – riding a bike is fun. But in terms of daily transport to and from work, riding a bike isn’t always the most efficient solution.
October 23, 2012 by DontFlyGo
Walkable Cities Make Ideal Green Destinations
There are many ways to judge a city”s “greenness” as a travel destination. One is to see how much renewable energy it uses. Reykjavik, Iceland, is run almost entirely on sustainable energy sources such as geothermal power and hydrogen. Another is its infrastructure; San Francisco has green buildings, a variety of transportation options and a […]
October 15, 2012 by DontFlyGo
Bike-able Berlin – The City That Makes You Want a Bike
I’m in Berlin for all of two minutes before I spot my first cyclist. Cocksure, helmet-less, savin’ the planet, this guy’s all business as he does one of those fancy-hand-signal-things to indicate in Cycle Code he’s about to make a turn. I get a great, up-close look at his 10-speed as my friend almost hits […]
October 13, 2012 by DontFlyGo
Eco-Friendly Things to Do in Chicago this November
This November you will have a lot of things to do in Chicago, head to the city for some good times as the holiday season revs up. The Windy City is a bustling place where there’s always something to do. As winter moves in and the holiday festivities abound, your getaway to Chicago will be […]
October 12, 2012 by DontFlyGo