Pekka TahkolaNov 23, 2022

1000 out of 1200 kids in this school in #Oulu, #Finland, arrive by #bicycle, even in winter. 100-150 walk, rest by ski, kicksleds and car. This day it was -17°C, some days it can be colder than -30°C.

Note that this is only one of the four bicycle parking areas of this school 🤗

#Wintercycling #MeanwhileInOulu

Show threadBundesserviceTelekommunikationNov 23, 2022
@pekkatahkola
It seems these bicycles are not locked. Is it secure?
Show threadPekka TahkolaNov 23, 2022
@GregorxxxSamsa Many bikes are locked with integrated frame locks. Then again many are not.
Show threadBundesserviceTelekommunikationNov 23, 2022

@pekkatahkola

I don't trust these integrated locks. You can simply take the bicycle along. I believe theft is one of the biggest obstacles to overcome if you want to make cycling more popular.

Show threadPekka TahkolaNov 23, 2022
@GregorxxxSamsa Depends on the bike naturally. Most bikes with frame locks or no locks are not worth much and thus not really worth stealing. Thing is, you don't need to have a fancy bike to be able to cycle to school. More expensive bikes exist of course as well, and they are usually locked better.
Show threadBundesserviceTelekommunikationNov 23, 2022

@pekkatahkola

Yes, but it still is a nuisance. Having your bike stolen every other month doesn't add to comfort.

Show threadPekka Tahkola
@GregorxxxSamsa Of course, and I do understand that bike theft is a serious problem 😔 Luckily a bit less so with kids cycling to school.
Nov 23, 2022 at 9:01pmWeb
Show threadBundesserviceTelekommunikationNov 23, 2022
@pekkatahkola
Not at all. It has always been a big problem. Had my bike stolen at school so many times.
Show threadPekka TahkolaNov 23, 2022
@GregorxxxSamsa Sorry to hear that :/ (and I meant here)