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THE BICYCLE
Riding a bike or cycling is a very popular sport, as well as a healthy and enjoyable means of transport, which you can use on a daily basis around the city.
It has been clinically proven to be one of the most all-round activities to prevent back ache, protect the joints, strength the muscles and improve the circulation and the immune system.
Cycling is environmentally friendly, which is an essential factor for all citizens.
Why don’t you use a bike to get around the city?
GOOD REASONS TO RIDE A BIKE
- ECONOMY: There are no taxes, it doesn’t use fuel, if you hire one there are no maintenance costs and you can park free.
- TIME: It has been proven that in the city the bicycle is the most effective means of transport, especially in rush hour.
- HEALTH: Moderate physical exercise on a daily basis has physical and mental benefits.
- ECOLOGY: If 15% of citizens who use a motorbiker vehicle on a daily basis used a bike, the noise pollution and air pollution would reduce by almost half, which would contribute to reducing the harm caused to the environment.
- PLURALITY: There are few people who cannot use this means of transport as you don’t need a license of any kind, there is no age limit and there are no special physical requirements.
- EFFICIENCY: The possibility of combining a bike with other means of transport (metro, train, bus…) makes it efficient and versatile.
- CLIMATE: Our city’s climate is becoming more and more ideal for using a bike.
- FUTURE: If we aim for a better quality of life for the future, we should think that reasonable use of a bike is an important part of achieving this.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CYCLISTS
USE THE RECOMMENDED CYCLE LANES
Bicycles have their own cycle lanes which are separate from motorbiker traffic (known as bide gorris), as well as other recommendable routes along quieter streets, meaning we can follow longer routes in relative safety.
Likewise, you can use pedestrianised areas or areas with restricted traffic to complete your route. Always cycle at moderate speed and remember that pedestrians always have the right of way in these areas.
For your safety always use the bike lane wherever possible.
CYCLE FULLY EQUIPPED
Although helmets are not obligatory in the city, they can be very effective against knocks at slow speeds. Their use is always recommended especially for children under 13.
Be visible. Dress appropriately, try and wear light or bright colours. At night use the lights on your bicycle and it is recommended to put reflective materials on your bike and your clothing.
PARKING
To prevent theft. It is a good idea to chain up the wheels and the seat, through the frame. Uses the bike racks provided by the City Council.
LINK UP WITH PUBLIC TRANSPORT
You can take your bike on all the train operators for free (MetroBilbao, Feve, Euskotren and Renfe).
Avoid rush hours and use the carriages specifically prepared for this purpose, usually the first or the last.
You can also use the funicular railway and lifts where it is allowed in the regulations.
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