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In 1992, the number of new bikes produced world wide exceeded that of new cars by almost 3 to 1. Although cars still dominate personal transportation in the United States and Europe, recent developments suggest that much of the world may adopt ways of moving people which are more ecologically sustainable, including a surprisingly large reliance on bicycles, not only in the Third World but also in western cities. The author presents questions surrounding greater dependence on bicycles and the advantages of using bicycles. A major hurdle to overcome, discussed by the author, is understanding the transportation, not strictly recreational use of the bicycle. The infrastructure required for cars is rapidly taking more land out of production; stress of commuting in a car is signicant. Improvements in bike design are significant. The author explores the interaction of bike transportation with mass transit, economics of the Third World, and urban problems.