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The Urbanist Agenda

From Pickup Driver to Cargo Bike Urbanist (with American Fietser)

Dec 22, 2023
Former die-hard truck driver turned cargo-bike riding urbanist, American Fietser, discusses his transition, the transformative experience of Dutch bike culture, embracing electric cargo bikes, practicality vs status symbols of trucks, marketing strategies of car manufacturers, frustrations with Amtrak, and future travel plans, all with humorous disclaimers about promoting anything.
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Quick takeaways

  • Experiencing well-designed cities firsthand can challenge preconceived notions and inspire sustainable transportation choices.
  • E-cargo bikes, with their electric-assisted capabilities, have the potential to promote car-free lifestyles in suburban areas and encourage more people to embrace cycling as a sustainable mode of transportation.

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Transformation through experiencing the Netherlands

The podcast episode discusses how both the host, Jason from Not Just Bikes, and his guest, Brandon from American Fieser, underwent a transformative experience after visiting the Netherlands. Both individuals grew up in car-dependent environments and had a typical mindset towards cars and transportation. However, their perspectives changed drastically upon witnessing the bike-friendly infrastructure and car-free lifestyle in the Netherlands. Brandon shares his personal journey, from initially harboring negative attitudes towards cyclists to becoming a passionate advocate of utility cycling. After traveling to the Netherlands and observing the ease of getting around without a car, both hosts were inspired to explore sustainable transportation options in their own lives, highlighting the importance of designing cities around people rather than cars.

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