With 5000 bicycles and 400 stations in 8 Montreal districts, the Bixi has been implemented well into the island’s urban landscaping.
Last June, the million-kilometre mark was established, which is the second symbolic milestone reached by Montreal residents and visitors.
Ecological, economical and practical, the Bixi presents a real alternative to automobiles for short trips across the city, and has clearly proven to be effective in cities such as Paris.
If the Bixi does not replace the car in Montreal, it does offer an alternative to seriously be considered when the weather is mild. An added perk is less dollars spent at the garage, so everyone should consider using the new mode of transportation.