What carfree living looks like
Eleven months into a 30-day experiment in carfree living, it was finally time to cut the cord. Here’s the spot on my lawn where the car once was parked.
Killing the Bicycle Buddha
ESPN host Tony Kornheiser’s anti-bicycle rant was offensive and dangerous. But what can it teach cyclists about motorist attitudes — and their own? Must we kill bicycle culture, just to save it?
How Not to Get Ripped-Off When Buying a Used Bicycle
Bikes are smart transportation — and used bikes can be a great way to start parking the car. Here’s how to buy used without getting burned.
Thanks, but No Thanks, Chevy
It’s not everyday someone offers you access to a swanky new car. It helps to be a blogger. And sometimes, the right thing is saying “no.”
12 Reasons to Use a Bicycle for Transportation
Want to get healthy, save money, and help the environment? Then skip the car — and get on a bike. Here are a dozen reasons you should consider going carfree.
About the author
Chris Baskind writes about the environment and simpler living. He's also an advocate of carfree transportation, relying entirely on bicycles since June, 2009.Three years ago, Chris launched Lighter Footstep, a pioneering website focused on greener, healthier, more affordable living. It was recently acquired by the Mother Nature Network (MNN). Connect with Chris on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn.