Radical Frugality

Bicycle Transportation
poor child cycling

Cycling is a logical and frugal transportation method. All that is needed to get started is a bike in good working order and the will to ride it. While it's not for everybody, it can be suitable for more people than you may realize. Child trailers can help you tow young kids, and there are tandem attachments available for older children. If you need to haul cargo, then you can make or buy a cargo trailer. A truly frugal person should honestly consider if and how they can incorporate cycling into their transportation means.

The benefits of cycling are broad. It is healthy and almost free. It's less stressful than driving. It's also one of the best transportation methods for the environment. It even makes a statement that you're willing to be radical for the sake of others.

Learning to bike more will take work but the practice can be enjoyable and rewarding. You'll need determination to get fit and to learn some basic bike maintenance skills. No frugal skills come easily, but with a little tenacity, any of them can become a part of your regular life.

Links

Bike Commuting Tips
Bicycling Life
About.com's Bicycling Page

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