In a city built for cars, Angelenos discover the joys of cycling

With 7.6 million registered vehicles, 650 miles of freeway and practically 6 million parking spots, Los Angeles isn’t probably the most welcoming place for bicycles.

A disgrace, sure. However Angelenos are driving by means of it anyway. And so they’re having a blast. Ask anybody who’s biked alongside Muscle Seashore in Venice, or down the newly car-free stretch of Griffith Park Drive, or by means of the colourful Mariachi Plaza in Boyle Heights and so they’ll inform you an identical factor: There’s nothing like exploring the town on two wheels.

For the reason that pandemic, extra individuals in L.A. have been pumping up their tires and discovering (or rediscovering) the fun of biking. They’ve been making an attempt new routes, discovering inclusive driving teams and even becoming a member of nighttime bike parades. To some, this can be a uncommon alternative. The extra Angelenos who’re captivated with biking, the simpler it’s to advocate for protected bike lanes and higher path circumstances, making driving safer — and extra gratifying — for all.

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