I Love Riding in the City
NAME: Myrna Gatica
LOCATION: New York, NY
OCCUPATION: Science Teacher
Where do you live and what’s it like riding in your city?
I live pretty close to Manhattan where I work. It is awesome to ride in Queens with good bike lanes, and the ride over the Queensboro Bridge is quick. Riding in Manhattan usually is an eye-opener and helps me wake up in the morning.
What was your favorite city to ride in, and why?
So far I have only rode my bike in NYC and I got to say I don’t think there is any other city to ride your bike in just like ours, but I am biased!
Why do you love riding in the city?
To be honest, I love feeling like I am on the edge of life and death. Riding through midtown rush hour at 8 AM is incredibly frightening but at the same time exhilarating. There is no other feeling like it. There is no other way I can feel it.
Or just say whatever you want about riding in the city… Poetry anyone?
You are in control of your life, utterly and completely and on a bike you can feel that the most.
You become connected to the world around you better and almost have a little awakening.
Plus it relieves my stress from working with kids all day.
NAME: Trevor S.
LOCATION: Greensboro, NC
OCCUPATION: Student, Amateur Race Organizer
Where do you live and what’s it like riding in your city?
I’m originally from San Bernardino CA but reside in Greensboro for school. Greensboro streets can get sketchy but there are some amazing trails and parks to ride around. Most of the cycling community is older spandex clad people, but there’s some cool college aged people who ride as well.
Why do you love riding in the city?
I love riding my bike because it’s not just a trip from Point A to Point B, it’s a journey. I can see all of the little communities, mom and pop shops, and local restaurants that you would never know about riding in a car. You’re not just traveling to a destination, you’re experiencing the city.
Or just say whatever you want about riding in the city… Poetry anyone?
It doesn’t matter what you’re riding; a track bike, a cross bike, a 29’er or a road bike. Put some fun between your legs. It’s good for the body, mind, and soul.
