WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF CYCLING IN BIG CITIES? You just need to take look at the city streets to observe that cycling has taken in . Everyday the number of people who choose to commute by bike instead of riding or taking other transport options is raising. What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing so? To start with, cycling in big cities has some benefits like the flexibility and freedom it gives you. If you take your bike, you no longer have to adjust to timetables or suffer being stuck in a traffic jam. Moreover, it is undeniable that cycling is cheaper than any other way of transport (expect for walking) and is the best and most eco-friendly for the environment. On the other hand, it has also some drawbacks. It is obvious that a bike can’t reach the same speed as a car (at least not yet) as well as it can’t give you the same protection. In case of an accident is your body the one who suffers directly the impact without any airbag or the “carwalls” involve. Besides, distance might also be a difficulty because in big cities it might be impossible to arrive to your destination by bike because it is too far. Therefore, in conclusion, choosing to go in two wheels as your way of transport has lots of advantages as well as some drawbacks that you should be taken into consideration.