Cargo Bike, Pedibus … this is how to revolutionize the beginning of the school year without a car!

A daily journey to rethink

In France, almost a third of the travels of the home school is still carried out in the car, while the majority measures less than 3 kilometers. A habit that generates pollution, noise pollution and dangers around the factories. On the contrary, so called “soft” mobility – cycling, walking, scooters, public transport or shared solutions – offer a more ecological alternative, often faster in the city and beneficial for health.

Cargos Bikes, Stars of Family Mobility

In recent years, the load has become the symbol of the family transition. It is available in two large versions:

• Twingor (with a box in the front), practical to install two children and transport envelopes, competitions or sports bags.
• The scooter (with two wheels in the front), even more stable, ideal for large families.

Most of the models are now offered in an electric version, which allows you to travel without effort several kilometers even with a substantial load. Some municipalities offer subsidies for purchaseSometimes cumulative with state aid, making these bikes more accessible.

Longail, an extended bike to grow with children

Less massive than a load, the Longtail (The extended bike in the rear) can accommodate one or two seats for children, a stored luggage rack, even a “bench” in which the largest location side by side. This is an evolutionary solution: When children grow up, Longtail continues to serve to transport their luggagealso a class friend.

Trailers and children for children: convenient simplicity

For families who do not want to invest immediately in a load, the trailer towed by a conventional bike remains an accessible and safe solution, With belts and rain protection. The children’s seats are suitable for the little ones for short trips.

Walk together thanks to the Pedibus

Walking remains the most universal solution. To protect and make this moment friendly, Some parents or municipal associations organize the pedibus : A “driver” for adults and another “greenhouse” supervise a group of children who join the school on foot, following a route reported with stops like those of a bus. This solution allows you to drastically reduce the number of cars in front of the school, while promoting the autonomy of children.

Bike scooter and scale, fun mobility

The scooters, budgets and small bikes without pedals appeal to the youngest. Make the journey more fun and motivating, provided that they establish clear rules: Porta del Casco, route on the sidewalk or cycle path and greater supervision of the crossings.

School roads to secure the periphery

Many cities today test the “school roads”temporarily closed to motorized traffic at the time of entry and exit of the classes. Result: less noise, less pollution and reinforced safety. Children arrive more relaxed and parents can chat for a few minutes without traffic pressure.

Practical tips to take the big step

The adoption of alternative mobility requires a small organization. Testing the trip upstream allows you to check the duoding, safety and supervision points. Provide a floor B in case of rain (k-vie, ponchos, protective covers) avoids abandoning the first showers. Finally, associating other families in the neighborhood to share a pedibus, in turn by bicycle or crumbs a trailer makes the transition easier and more friendly.