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Winter-Friendly Bicycle Routes

The Heated Bike Paths in Holland Will Save Money in the Long Run

— November 2, 2012 — Lifestyle
Avid bikers might want to consider a move to Holland, specifically the towns of Zutphen and Utrecht, because they plan on creating heated bike paths. Although this will not affect the summer season at all, and possibly not spring or fall either, they will make riding in the winter much easier and safer. Not to mention that the heated bike paths will save the city tons of money spent clearing and salting the routes for bike-loving Dutch.

The heated bike paths involve a form of passive temperature regulation known as asphalt collector. Since they need to be installed 150 feet under the surface, it will take a cool $40,000 to $70,000 per mile to build the heated bike paths. It will be worth it in the long run.
Trend Themes
1. Heated Bicycle Paths - The trend of creating heated bike paths presents an opportunity for companies to develop and market innovative heating technologies for bicycles and infrastructure.
2. Passive Temperature Regulation - The trend of using passive temperature regulation in infrastructure, such as the asphalt collector technology, opens up opportunities for companies to develop and implement similar sustainable solutions in various industries.
3. Winter Cyclist Solutions - The trend of making cycling in winter easier and safer through innovations like heated bike paths offers potential for businesses to create specialized winter cycling gear, accessories, and services.
Industry Implications
1. Cycling - The cycling industry can leverage the trend of heated bike paths to develop advanced bicycles and accessories optimized for winter riding and capitalize on the growing interest in year-round cycling.
2. Sustainable Infrastructure - The trend of passive temperature regulation in infrastructure, exemplified by heated bike paths, creates opportunities for companies in the sustainable construction and urban planning sectors to implement similar energy-efficient solutions.
3. Winter Sports Tourism - The trend of winter-friendly cycling infrastructure, like heated bike paths, can attract winter sports enthusiasts to regions and cities, offering opportunities for businesses in the tourism and hospitality industries to cater to this niche market.
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