While walking is my preferred mode of traveling, it’s by far the slowest. Cycling is my preferred option for short distances, and driving when I need to go fast or far.
Bicycles for cycling
- Any bicycle is pretty much fine
- Bicycles actually come in different sizes, so for my 1.92 m frame, I typically need a L or XL sized bicycle.
- Helmets are essential for not dying in a crash. Looks lame though.
- Bike Locks are great to prevent theft when out and about.
- Headlights/Taillights are great for night driving, I got ones that flickered to annoy passing cars into not hitting me.
- Fenders over the tires can make rain-cycling much more enjoyable.
- Baskets/Paniers can enable you to carry gear while biking (e.g. groceries)
- Trailers (yes seriously) can enable you haul even more stuff.
Cars for driving
- Four seats: I’ve had a two-seater sports car before, and that’s not enough seats for practical use, but honestly, I rarely cared.
- Cost = RunningCost * RunTime + PurchasePrice. If you are comfortable searching for a used car, there is no amount of fuel efficiency that will make up for the cost-savings you can make on purchase price, the single biggest variable of overall car cost.