Sunday, August 14, 2011

A Different Life

Austria, like most of Europe has a long history. While some churches in America may be quite large, but it’s rare to see one like this church, which was just outside our Hotel room.


Life is also very different here because of the price of gasoline. Most of Europe is paying $7 to $9 dollars per gallon. This discourages traffic and encourages everyone to use public transportation. Public transportation here is VERY good! There’s no need to spend all your money on automobiles.


It didn't take us long to figure out this very common transportation mode. Although many bikes in this part of Europe are the standard bikes we know in America, we saw hundreds of these new "electric" bikes. I've ridden one of these recently, and they're a pleasure to move around a town. Peddling is almost effortless and they will move along at about 20 MPH for about 40 miles before needing a re-charge.

I truly hope to see more of this in America. It's a very good idea.

These sold for about 2000 Euro's....not cheap, but very functional and flexible. It's the perfect commuter bike. I'd like to have one someday.



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