By: Adam Conway

Adam Conway — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:23:47 +0000

There is definitely a contradiction here, it’s true!
This is something that I touched on when talking to Chris and Dave from Bikemore-
Is there a segment of the population that can’t bike because their weight is too much for a bike to take? Chris had his doubts that a well made bike couldn’t be used by most people, but advised that people who might be too heavy to start with walking. On the other hand, Dave pointed out, bicycling is a lower impact activity, less pressure on knee joints for instance.
A quick review of some online forums and factory specs seem to back up the NY bikeshare limitations though. Although the frames would probably not be damaged, wheels and spokes might be. The quality of the steel and design of the frame also are important considerations.
From a health-promotion standpoint, bike commuting is certainly a viable intervention for those dealing with obesity, but a generic Bikeshare cycle might not be the way to go. Just like height, weight should be considered when choosing your ride, and for those interested in using a bicycle to lose weight, finding one that can accommodate their body type is the safest and most effective strategy.

By: Hasdai Westbrook

Hasdai Westbrook — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:23:02 +0000

Hmm, isn’t this a bit of a Catch-22, Adam? How are you supposed to get fit if they won’t let you on the bike?…

“Weigh more than 260 pounds? NYC says you’re too heavy for bike-share program”
http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/sideshow/overweight-riders-banned-nyc-bike-share-program-221002948.html

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