David Gallego, expert in sustainable
mobility of Decathlon
"Whether it's a bicycle or a scooter,
the really satisfying thing is to feel that you use your own energy to get
around."
What if you move to your work with your
body as a motor?
What if you move to your work with your
body as a motor? You would improve your form, you would have a better state of
mind and in the process you would be avoiding CO2 emissions to the environment.
Accept the challenge!
We are many who enjoy cycling through the
mountains or on the road and yet there are not as many urban bicycle users as
bicycle lovers. Fortunately, cities have a friendlier face for the cyclist,
between the transformation of the structures of the road, with more lanes and
preferred routes, and the greater awareness of the drivers, who see the bicycle
more and more naturally and act with more respect.
As David Gallego tells us, "the
challenge starts tomorrow, you can be your engine, do you join the
challenge?" Reasons, you will not miss:
Reason 1: You will earn time
The time you use to move to work you need
equally, go as you go. If you use your body as an engine you are taking
advantage of precious time to improve your form.
Reason 2: You will come to work revitalized
You can not imagine how nice it is to have
the feeling of "homework done" when you sit down at your workplace.
Whatever happens, you have already done your exercise dose, which will make you
feel more vital and optimistic.
Reason 3: Far from adding fatigue, it
allows you to recover
Studies of exercise physiology show that
after a hard effort it is much better to move than to stand still. By
activating the circulation, you favor the regeneration of your muscles and
tissues in general, provided that it is at moderate intensity. Take the journey
to work as active rest, without going through beats, and you will get the
maximum benefits.
Reason 4: You'll enjoy until the rain
The first time you are raining to pedal in
the city you discover that, really, it is not so much ... as long as you are
well equipped. A good waterproof jacket, a waterproof trouser cover and some
overshoes, as well as front and rear fenders on your bike, change your
perception of "bad weather" for "what a pleasure it is to move
in the rain."
Reason 5: The bicycle and the scooters are
very efficient vehicles
The bicycle multiplies your energy and a
scooter extends your range of action compared to the one you have walking. Do
you want to gain even more in efficiency? If your bike is a mountain bike, you
can put some thinner covers and with less relief; if you are on the road you
can put a higher handlebar for a more comfortable position and a greater
peripheral vision, or expand your bike park with a bike ride, urban or folding
or try a scooter for shorter trips in which you combine with public transport.
SECURITY IN YOUR DISPLACEMENTS
As important as the machine or even more is
getting to the office safe and sound and David Gallego has some advice to give
us about it.
1 out of 10
PERFECT TO COMBINE WITH PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION
David proposes a simple, robust alternative
with an interesting price to get started in urban travel, "a folding
monomarcha, the B'TWIN TILT 100 that you can take with you on public transport
and save in your office or at home without problems. It folds easily in 30
seconds, occupying 70% less ".
2 out of 10
THE IDEAL OPTION FOR SHORT TRAILS
"Or maybe the ideal vehicle for you is a scooter that shortens the time spent on the shortest routes, which you can store under your desk in the office and put the bus in without problems, you have models for occasional use and models for intensive use" .
3 out of 10
NOT TO SWEAT, FOR MANY CUTS THAT HAVE
If you do not want to get sweaty at your
job, "an electric folding urban allows you to go lower pulsations all the
way and go gaining form progressively, combining commuting pedaling with public
transport".
4 out of 10
COMFORT AND MAXIMUM PERIPHERAL VISION
"To pedal in the most comfortable
position possible and if you have no problem of space at home or in the office,
the option of bikes for walking, city and trekking is the most
interesting".vapeed, simple and reliable 6-speed transmission."
5 out of 10
IDEAL FOR ASPHALT AND GROUND TRACKS
"With its mixed road / earth tires,
700 x 42 mm, the B'TWIN Riverside 100 is defended by asphalt as well as by
field or park tracks, and it has a single-speed, simple and reliable 6-speed
transmission."
6 out of 10
MAKE YOURSELF VISIBLE AT THE TIME YOU
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RAIN
Jacket B'TWIN 500 city with ventilation
side zippers. Detachable and adjustable hood. 2 zip pockets Fixation system in
back pocket to place the VIOO Clip light, not included. Longer cut that
protects the lower back. It is stored in your own pocket to carry it anywhere.
7 out of 10
PROTECT FROM RAIN AND MAKE YOU MORE VISIBLE
Jacket B'TWIN 500 WOMAN coral red,
waterproof, with side ventilation zippers. Detachable and adjustable hood. 2
zip pockets Fixation system in back pocket to place the VIOO Clip light, not
included. Longer cut that protects the lower back. It is stored in your own
pocket to carry it anywhere.
8 out of 10
PROTECTION AND SECURITY WITH ALL COMFORT
"The most important thing for me is to
wear a helmet, since it can save our lives, for me it is a subject that can not
be considered, I see it as the safety belt in cars, it is a yes or yes".
The B'TWIN 500 helmet for urban bike has 11 holes that channel the air over the
head, is compatible with the VIOO Clip lighting, which is placed behind and has
a wheel for adjusting the head contour that is operated with one hand.
9 out of 10
ULTRALIGERA, POLYVALENT AND HIGH VISIBILITY
"There are many accessories that we
can include in our trips around the city as lights both front and back (not so
much to see you, but to make you look good.) The B'TWIN LED VI00 clip 500 is
available in four colors and is visible at 110 meters. " Your lighting can
change from red to white and the mode can be intermittent or continuous. Use a
USB rechargeable battery so you do not have to buy batteries, and its weight is
only 32 grams.
10 out of 10
MORE VISIBILITY ONLY 25 GRAMS
"It is important to include reflective
clothing and accessories on our movements and it is equally important that they
are reflective approved, so as not to disturb anyone, put a yellow B'TWIN 500
bracelet on the arm, or holding the pants so that they do not get caught up in
The chain is seen at 15 meters at night and only weighs 25 grams. "
To our expert David Gallego we asked him
what he would say to people who still do not dare to move around the city in an
alternative way. His answer was clear: "Try it, today there are many ways
that are cheap and make you feel very good, you can find a bike, scooter or
longboard for about € 100 that will cover the use to start. I think it is one of the best
investments that anyone can make, on the one hand you feel good, on the other
you contribute to less pollution and you get fit. Leave an hour later and
arrive an hour early. "
We invite you to think about it, say yes to
sustainable urban mobility now, you will be stronger, happier and you will
contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment.
