More Londoners Riding Bikes After Attacks

Some say bikes are a practical solution in a city that has seen repeated transit disruptions since the July 7th bombings.

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July 23, 2005, 1:00 PM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Bike retailers reported an almost 400 percent increase in sales July 7, the day of the first attacks...The number of bicyclists on the streets since July 7 has left bike lanes jammed, with experienced riders -- including bike messengers -- overtaking slower newcomers, who brake at each hint of danger."

Thanks to Adam Christian

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