4 things U.S. college towns could teach planners about biking

by Michael Andersen, Bike Portland

Here's a secret you won't hear often: The United States has many cities where biking is far more popular than in Portland.
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Davis, Calif. - 19.1% of workers commute by bike
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Universities breed 20-minute neighborhoods.
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Universities create car-free spaces.
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Universities use public spaces to enable density.
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Universities charge for auto parking.
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