Not a Maoist, just a Realist

With our flat land and straight streets, bicycle is really the best way
to travel during Chicago's warmer months. For most excursions its
faster than walking, obviously, but it's also quicker than driving
within a few miles because its easier to find a parking space. I prefer
biking over public transportation because there is no standing around
waiting for a bus or train and it brings you right up to the door of
where you need to be. The only mode of transportation I like better are
taxi's but most taxi rides cost more than what I make in an hour, so
they are saved for special occaisions, rainy days, and late nights.

Whoooooooooosh!

p.s. This is a pic of the back door to the IO training center on a
typical Sunday. There are at least 5 more bikes out of view of the
picture.