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From the archive: Bicycle graveyards: why do so many bikes end up underwater?

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Bicycles and Bodies of Water

This chapter investigates the curious occurrence of bicycles discarded in water bodies, focusing on Paris's Canal Saint-Martin and the cultural implications of bike-sharing programs. It examines the reasons behind this phenomenon, including accidents, vandalism, and social behavior across various urban landscapes, particularly in cities like Amsterdam and Tokyo.

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