We have all been faced with the dilemma between whether to take our bicycle or whether to hire a Park City taxi in order to get down town. When I saw “we” of course I mean both myself and the loyal readers of the Bike Gear and Stuff Blog. Naturally being readers of and contributors to this blog we have an innate affinity towards using a bicycle as a mode of transportation. It is a healthy and fun form of exercise for one. But it is also environmentally friendly as it does not require the burning of fossil fuels in order to power itself.
WHEN TO USE A PARK CITY TAXI OVER A BICYCLE
Of course there are times when it just is not practicable to use a bike as a mode of transportation. For example, there could be a violent rain storm outside and you just do not want to get wet or risk getting struck by lightning whilst riding atop your metal (and electrically conductive) bike. Perhaps it is night time and you fear getting hit by a careless driver. Or maybe you are wearing nice clothing that you do not want to get dirty or drenched with sweat by the time you reach your intended destination.
Certainly in any of these situations it would be wise to leave your trusted bike at home and opt for a safer and dare I say easier mode of transportation. There is a time and a place for riding your bike. You can even make those times and places most times and most places. But there will also be times and places to take other modes of transportation and you should in no way feel guilty about making use of them. Life is too short to psychologically beat yourself up over things such as these.