• 18107@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      I have been using my bike for most short trips.
      I’ve even ridden my bike into the city, then taken a train most of the way home when I realised I’m not as fit as I thought I was.

      I’ve actually solved most of my travel issues by staying home and deciding that I don’t actually need to travel. This works less well when the purpose of travel is to get food.

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      1 year ago

      I doubt that a significant portion of the population lives somewhere that just trains and bikes could meet their requirements.

      • SwingingTheLamp@midwest.social
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        1 year ago

        Around 60% of car trips in the U.S. are less than 6 miles. A plurality are under 3 miles, and IIRC, the average occupancy is 1.2 people. That indicates that bikes and walking could do just fine for a lot of people.