NAME: Jade Tran

LOCATION: Columbus, OH

OCCUPATION: Grad Student

Where do you live and what’s it like riding in your city?

In Columbus, the bike scene’s getting bigger. It’s awesome to see that more people are riding—from cruisers to teched-out road bikes, and everything in between. There have been some great initiatives in Columbus that are getting people to ride bikes, and also educating them about safety and maintenance.

What was your favorite city to ride in, and why?

I like riding in Chicago a lot—maybe it’s just because I love the city itself and the fact that there are bike lanes. Or maybe it’s the lack of hills...regardless, it’s super fun.

Why do you love riding in the city?

It’s a challenge—there’s always so much to pay attention to—and you feel good dodging traffic and getting where you’re going that much faster.