• SwingingTheLamp@midwest.social
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    2 days ago

    What’s even better is sitting in an even-more-comfy chair, listening to a better stereo system… at home.

    What’s interesting is that when everybody went to remote work during the pandemic, lots of bike commuters would start their day with a ride to the office and back, because the ride itself was fun. I didn’t hear of car commuters doing that, or people at any time enjoying the process of commute driving. We have to add plush lounge chairs and entertainment systems and sensory-friendly interiors to cars to make the experience somewhat palatable, and even then, the distraction of a phone is irresistible for many drivers. Hell, the tech bros promise that they can even automate away the actual driving part, and people are excited by the prospect.

    Sounds to me like a car will never hold a candle to a simple bike as far as enjoyment.