Originally Posted by
Blueberry
I think we're seeing the flip side of this in my area. Gas prices are extremely low, so there is little if any financial pressure for people to explore alternative means of travel. So - lots of people driving around in overly larger vehicles. Still the die hard bike folks, but those who are pushed into it by finances are back in their cars for now.
Yep, we're noticing that there are VERY few people on public transportation here in the Orlando area right now. Since we don't actually live here, we don't know what the usual level of ridership is, but I would not be surprised if ridership is down, thanks to the very low gas prices. Glad for the lower prices but sorry about the side effects (unemployment, less bicycling, less use of public transportation)....
Emily
2011 Jamis Dakar XC "Toto" - Selle Italia Ldy Gel Flow
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