Many people, including lawmakers, seem to think that cycling is a mere hobby . This is simply a strawman. It is no more true than to say that cars are a hobby. Bicycles are transportation equal to, if not superior to, all other forms. Critical Mass. It seems that there is a fine line between raising awareness and pissing people off.
Some people show up intent on the latter.
The Metal Cowboy and Spokesongs . You must read The Geography of Nowhere by James Howard Kunstler and Asphalt Nation by Jane Holtz Kay. Then you'll understand why are our transportation system is so screwed up. The Kinks Northwest Folklife Festival Chumbawamba Sailing See my Chinese Junk Sailing Rig Links page for more links. This is only fiction, non-fiction works are found interspersed throughout this page.