why is bicycling important?

The goal of this site is to explore the ways in which design influences bicycling advocacy. Design plays a critical role in promoting bicycling and increasing bicycling use in both developed and developing nations.

But why is bicycling so important as a social design project?

Bicycling can be used as a solution to these problems in the US and other developed nations:

-pollution and climate change

-dependancy on foreign oil

-adult obesity and wellness

-childhood obesity

-nature deficit disorder

-disconnection to local environment

-self esteem and body image

-lack of play and non-work time

-lack of freedom and independence

In the developing world, bicycling can be used to:

-increase travel distance

-increase access to medical care and supplies

-increase access to education

-increase freedom, independence, and mobility