What are the most efficient ways to travel?

Okay, here’s a more personal and conversational take on cycling efficiency, just like I was chatting about it with a friend:

“So, you wanna know the real most efficient ways to travel? Well, I gotta say, cycling is right up there, you know? I mean, think about it… It’s not just good for the planet, it’s surprisingly efficient for you, the human engine!

I remember reading somewhere, and I think it was based on some actual research (don’t quote me exactly, haha!), that a cyclist – let’s say someone around 64kg, like, an average person – cruising at a chill 16km/h uses, get this, half the energy of someone just walking the same distance! Isn’t that wild?

Like, seriously, imagine you’re strolling along, and then someone zips past you on a bike. They’re actually using less effort, calorie-wise! Apparently, it works out to something like 27 kcal per kilometer. That’s way less than you’d burn driving, or even taking the bus. Plus, no parking headaches, am I right?

And, of course, the kind of bike matters, doesn’t it? I mean, you wouldn’t wanna try to set a speed record on one of those old clunky bikes. A lighter bike is way easier to pedal, obviously. So, if you really want to maximize efficiency, you probably want a light bike and don’t go too crazy with the speed. Just find that sweet spot where you’re not dying, but you’re still moving at a decent clip!

Seriously, though, who knew cycling was that efficient? Makes you think twice about hopping in the car for a short trip, doesn’t it? Maybe I should dust off my old mountain bike… hmmm….”