Reposted by Jamie LangBrandon - "Fietser" @americanfietser.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Speeding doesn't actually save you meaningful time. All it really accomplishes is aggressively increasing the chances that you kill yourself or someone else outside your vehicle. It's a mathematically flawed, entirely selfish risk. 1014748
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 05/05/2025Damn I wish we had something similar here. As someone who cycles everyday with my kids, I see enormously wide streets and roads that could easily fit protected bike lanes and still have two lanes for cars, but somehow we prioritise parking personal property on public land. 012
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 05/05/2025But instead we keep doubling down on sprawling suburbs and endless on street parking for cars, instead of quiet streets and bike infrastructure. I don’t know how to even begin to convince others to get out of the car and walk or ride a bike. 100
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 11/03/2025That's so awesome! How does it ride with a load that big? 100
Reposted by Jamie LangBrent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 09/03/2025“Someone with a 1-hr car commute needs to earn 40% more to be as happy as someone with a short walk to work. On the other hand, if someone shifts from a long commute to a walk, their happiness increases as much as if they’d fallen in love.” #CityMakingMath 50 reasons to want more walkable streets.fastcompany.com50 Reasons Why Everyone Should Want More Walkable StreetsFrom making you live longer to making cities more resilient: If you want a reason to make your city more walkable, it's in here. 321746491
Reposted by Jamie LangProf. Ian Walker @ianwalker.bsky.social · 08/03/2025Thanks, Carlos! More on our pluralistic ignorance work here: bsky.app/profile/ianw... 1389
Reposted by Jamie LangTom Flood @tomflood.bsky.social · 03/03/2025The Bridge. Creative done with @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social 8423137
Reposted by Jamie LangBrandon - "Fietser" @americanfietser.bsky.social · 20/02/2025I've uploaded it to the American Fietser YouTube channel if you'd like to view it or share it there. 🙂youtu.beThe 44 Seconds That Turned Me Into An UrbanistYouTube video by American Fietser 311610
Reposted by Jamie LangCity Aesthetics @cityaesthetics.bsky.social · 19/02/2025People would be much healthier if they spent at least an hour walking per day. Neighborhoods should be designed to accommodate that. 1149
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 12/02/202510 watermelon, 8kg of bananas, 6 broccoli, half a cabbage and 3 trays of eggs all on sale at local vege stores and easily fit on my cargo bike. I’ll admit, keeping the watermelon and eggs separate was tricky but I kept them all intact. #carryshitolympics #cargobike #chch #shoplocal #shopbybike 0131
Reposted by Jamie LangBrandon - "Fietser" @americanfietser.bsky.social · 06/02/2025Going from A to B in a city can either enrich your well-being or compound your stress. Infrastructure determines everything. 315615
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 03/02/2025Omg I rode from Druten to this bakery for a day trip last July just to get one of these. Ended up with two. 130
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 03/02/2025I've been questioned a few times about why I need to park my cargo bike in a car park as i'm 'taking up a spot'. I usually ask them if they'd prefer I parked my car here instead, and then point out how insanely space inefficient cars are. 090
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 03/02/2025There are trade-offs to using a bike vs a car. I've traded some security for extra freedom. This is worth it to me. If something gets pinched then that sucks but I think I can trust our fellow humans more than that. Plus I never leave anything on it i'm not willing to lose. 040
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 03/02/2025I like to trust people, but if they do take something then they probably needed it more. I usually cover up with a blanket and I never leave anything on it that I’m not willing to lose. Being able to park right out front of most shops usually helps too (eyes on the street). 030
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 03/02/2025I think everyone should have the opportunity to grocery shop on a bike. I swung by 3 shops, smiled at a few people, rode through a park and under some trees and parking was really easy. Biking for everyday errands feels more like an adventure than a chore. #christchurch #cargobike #groceryrun 1607
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 01/02/2025Kite Day at New Brighton was a heap of fun! Too many to photograph so here's a small selection. #kiteday #otautahi #christchurch #chch #kites 130
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 10/01/2025Thank you! I certainly enjoy ridding it, and so do my kids. 010
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 10/01/2025Thanks! Yea I’ve been cargo biking for almost 2 years now, and there is no way I’m going back. 110
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 10/01/2025I get similar comments when I drop/pick up my kids from preschool. I’m yet to figure out how to turn that interest from the kid into action from the parent. Hopefully the more other parents see it’s possible, they might just make the leap. 120
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 10/01/2025It’s not a Coho, I’m not sure if the brand actually. I bought it second hand. It’s awesome though. 020
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 10/01/2025Thank you. The trailer is a newish addition and really completes this as the ultimate urban vehicle (for my needs anyway). 110
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 10/01/2025‘But I need a car because it’s school holidays and I have shopping to do’. What we need are walkable communities. The only difficulty about my outing today was navigating the lack of bike lanes that go to places you actually need to go to. #Otautahi #Christchurch #carryshitolympics 3224
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 05/01/2025It sure is. I see you ride one too. Is it your daily vehicle? 100
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 05/01/2025My kids love frozen bananas so I buy in bulk when I can. 020
Jamie Lang @jamielang.bsky.social · 05/01/2025So much is possible whilst taking up so little space. Found a great deal on bananas too good to pass by. These bikes make quick, spontaneous shopping so easy. #cargobike #carryshitolympics #waroncars 4679