Let's ride! Pedal power is airy, sweaty, liberating – and exhaust-free. This week's tips are about how to make your bicycle even greener.
Every bike needs the bling to make the ride smoother and safer. Here are some ways to make your accessories eco-friendly:
- Instead of lubing your chain with petroleum-based grease, use a product derived from natural plant oils.
- Light up without batteries by investing in a solar-powered bicycle light, or convert a cheap garden lamp into one.
- Tote your groceries in a pannier made of recycled materials, or create one from a kitty-litter box.
- Unless you’re a hardcore racer, you don’t need the infamous spandex suit. Instead, rummage around for your favorite worn-in T-shirt and shorts.
Article courtesy of The Green Life (green.life@sierraclub.org)
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