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Because people with disabilities and chronic illness exist, and because depending on the distance it’s not possible to go by bike and depending on the terrain it’s also no possible. Oh and the weather I forgot the weather… oh and in some roads, like highways, for example, these can’t even drive there:..
These are great arguments for one not to cycle for routine trips of daily life.
Good cyclist advocates don't shame one for not cycling for everything. They know why people don't do it. It's because they feel like they're gonna die! And they're not totally wrong in feeling that way.
Good bike advocates lobby for better infrastructure to mitigate these concerns.
E.g. winter weather in particular is addressed just by keeping bike routes paved the same as car lanes. Places that do this see negligible drops in cycling rates even at below freezing temps.
GOOD bike infrastructure is always worth it. It always reduces car trips. Every mile one bikes or walks instead of drives is taxpayer money saved.
Car infrastructure is very limiting to people with disabilities, more so than cycling.
Bikes aren't the perfect transportation method for everyone all the time but they are a good option for most people most of the time. Also, I have a chronic illness and I ride year round in a place that regularly hits -40
Some people with disabilities can't drive. Young and old people can't drive. If anything bikes are more accessible.
Epileptic here: my e-bike is a godsend. That, and my city having at least decent bus infrastructure. With those two combined, even while I'm working on getting my license back, I don't think I ever want to own a car again.