Chasing the light ｜ The benefits of cycling on World Cycling Day are not only healthy.
September 17 th isWorld Cycling Day
This is a global cycling cultural festival.
Like World Cycling Day on June 3rd.
Designed to advocate people to ride.
Improve health level
Reduce carbon emissions
Dealing with urban traffic problems
From the perspective of physical exercise
Riding a bike can significantly enhance
Cardiopulmonary function, muscle strength
Improve joint flexibility
The World Health Organization study pointed out that
People who ride for 30 minutes every day.
It is expected to reduce the risk of heart disease by half compared with non-cyclists.
This is especially true for sedentary people.
How’s it going? Are you excited?
On September 8, 2024, the cyclists rode in the Jiuguan Lake Cycling Race in Hengshan, Hunan Province. Xinhua News Agency (photo by Cao Zhengping)
on the other hand
Cycling hardly produces any carbon emissions.
It is one of the most environmentally friendly means of transportation.
A United Nations report pointed out that
If you practice car-free life,
Each person’s annual carbon emissions will be reduced by 3.6 tons.
   On September 2, 2023, the audience learned about low-carbon travel modes such as bike-sharing, power-assisted bicycles and motorcycles at the service trade fair. Xinhua News Agency reporter Li Xin photo
Bicycles are also of great significance to control congestion.
Copenhagen, Amsterdam
Is the forerunner of this scheme.
By vigorously developing the bicycle lane network
Make cycling the main way for citizens to travel.
Successfully reduced the urban traffic pressure.
   On April 20th, Budapest, Hungary held a cycling activity to promote people’s low-carbon travel. Xinhua News Agency (photo by Verdi Attila)
Relevant experts also pointed out that
Riding as "slow traffic" is actually not slow.
According to the reporter’s own experience.
Commuting distance of about 11 kilometers
Ride a bike, take the subway, drive a car.
The time is almost 45-60 minutes.
   On April 27, 2023, citizens commuting on bicycle lanes in Beijing. This is the first bicycle lane for commuting in China. Xinhua News Agency reporter Yan Huanzong photo
How to make more people fall in love with cycling?
And use it as a green and safe way to travel.
Some experts pointed out that
Building a better cycling road
Promote cars that are more suitable for urban traffic.
Popularize riding safety knowledge
Are three main points.
   On May 28, 2021, Taiyuan citizens rode on the bicycle lane by the river. This bicycle lane runs through the north and south of Taiyuan, with a total length of 75 kilometers. Xinhua News Agency reporter Yang Chenguang photo
Better cycling requires city managers.
Fully understand the benefits brought by cycling.
Domestic cities have experienced a motor vehicle traffic system.
After rapid development
The problem of urban congestion is becoming more and more serious.
Therefore, professional organizations have also been hired.
Design and build urban cycling roads and greenways.
The scenic green road around Chengdu, which is widely loved by cycling enthusiasts. The picture comes from the Internet.
Bicycle more suitable for urban traffic
Many experts believe that it should be
Preserve the original appearance of motion attributes
And lightweight characteristics.
At the same time, the intelligent motor system is added.
power assisted cycle
Power-assisted bicycle produced by China Enterprise No.9 Company and put into use during the Paris Olympic Games. The picture comes from the Internet.
Compared with traditional bicycles
This kind of car can help the rider adapt to the slope.
Thereby expanding the promotion area of bicycle riding.
Compared with heavier electric two-wheeled vehicles
When the power-assisted bicycle is running and charging
Security risks are smaller.
   The battery of the power-assisted bicycle can be miniaturized and charged in a fireproof box, which is expected to solve the potential safety hazard of electric two-wheeled vehicle charging. The picture comes from the Internet.
power assisted cycle
At present, it has been widely used in many European countries
China is a big producer of this kind of bicycles.
and
The intelligent motor system of this bicycle
It is connected with the drone.
UAV giant DJI Company
A scheme of power-assisted bicycle system is also introduced.
The motor and its control system scheme of power-assisted bicycle introduced by DJI Company. The picture comes from DJI company official website.
No matter what kind of bike you ride.
It is necessary for cyclists to establish safety awareness
These safety awareness include but are not limited to
Wear a helmet
Make sure the bicycle is in good condition.
obey traffic rules
Master the correct riding posture
Keep the appropriate speed according to local conditions
Safety knowledge card issued to enthusiasts in Shan Ye, Hutong, Cycling Club.
Cycling enthusiasts
When carrying out competitive riding training,
Be sure to choose the right route.
Never chase in the city road.
Attention should also be paid to the prevention of sports injuries.
Reporter: Lu Xingji