I Love Riding in the City

NAME: Benedict San Juan (Bikeroo)
LOCATION: Toronto, Canada
OCCUPATION: Urban Planning Student

Where do you live and what’s it like riding in your city?
I live in Toronto, often referred to as the Big Smog of Canada. Toronto may not be the most bike friendly city but that has been changing with the help of volunteers, organizations and groups like the Toronto Cyclists Union. It’s actually a lot of fun riding in the city, even during the winter.

What was your favorite city to ride in, and why?
I’ve gone biking in a few cities in the US and Canada, but riding in Toronto is still my favourite. There’s a great community of cyclists here made up of various types of cyclists from commuters to roadies. There is always something to do in the city anytime of the year; from races on ice-rinks in the winter, to mountain biking in the city’s network of ravines.

Why do you love riding in the city?
Riding in the city is the most practical means for me, it’s cheaper and faster than using the TTC (our over-priced transit system) or driving. I love riding around waving at people and having a quick chat with friends and acquaintances I see on the street, that’s something I can’t do in a car or in the subway.

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