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    Shared Bikes: What Would Make Bike Sharing Even Better?
    Urban cycling

    Shared bikes have already changed how I move through Prague, but there’s still so much untapped potential. The system works well in the wider city centre for people who are confident on bikes, but it could be transformative if a few key things improved. Here’s…

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    Shared Bikes: What Makes Bike Sharing Work in a City
    Urban cycling

    Bike sharing isn’t just about having bikes available; it’s about creating a system that’s so seamless, so convenient, and so reliable that a shared bike feels like the obvious choice. After a year of using shared bikes in Prague, I want to list what I…

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    Shared Bikes: The Health Benefits Add Up
    Urban cycling

    Most of us know that cycling is good for us, but riding a shared city bike often feels like it doesn’t count. I’m guilty of thinking that myself. As someone who rides a bike to stay fit, I looked down on shared bikes. But research…

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    Shared Bikes: Faster Than Public Transport?
    Urban cycling

    Is it possible to be faster than a bus or tram on a heavy, clunky shared bike? In my experience as someone living in the wider centre of Prague, the answer is a resounding yes. Let me share a few real-world examples and explain why…