Memphis has long enjoyed a strong recreational bicycle culture with dozens of races throughout the year.
But in my journey studying bicycle communities across four continents this past year, I was inspired by the diverse qualities of urban bicycle cultures. The opportunity to visit cities replete with bike commuters, bike-based musical events and innovative bike sports illustrated that urban bike cultures are quickly growing across the world.
And Memphis', it seems, isn't so far behind the curve.
One benefit of having had no bicycle culture in the past is the ability to learn from others. Memphis is very fortunate to have dedicated knowlegable people familiar with best practices from around the world. And an administration that listens to them.
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