I Love Riding in the City
NAME: Charles Reinagel
LOCATION: Buffalo, NY
OCCUPATION: Recycle A Bike Instructor
Where do you live and what’s it like riding in your city?
I am currently living in Buffalo, NY. It feels like winter lasts eight months here. The worst part about riding here is the wind. It blows every direction at once. The city planning here is awesome. Every street curves and doesn’t allow you a full sight line to the end of the street. There are trees lining almost every street which makes every ride a beautiful one. We do lack bike lanes though so you have to be extra careful while getting around.
What was your favorite city to ride in, and why?
Philadelphia is awesome to ride in. There are so many one-way streets and tight spaces to squeeze through. I used to dodge cars left and right when I was younger, but now I take a much more laid back route. I avoid hectic situations.
Or just say whatever you want about riding in the city…
Take it slow and enjoy your riding. I would prefer to see safe riders enjoying their commute. Running red lights and going 25 miles an hour is definitely overrated and you are not impressing anyone. Play bike polo! It is so much fun and you won’t regret getting into it. I am sure that someone in your city is playing and would love to add you to their group of weekly players. At least go check it out and watch!
