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The annual 6.8-mile race aims to show the benefits of alternative transportation

May 5th, 2006 by Tim Grahl

C.I.C.L.E.:

Fred Mays idles the engine of his 2004 Suburban Forester at Lake Lily Park during rush hour Tuesday morning. Curb weight: about 3,140 pounds.

Next to the sport utility vehicle, WESH-Channel 2 news anchor Wendy Chioji holds tightly to the handlebars of her carbon fiber Trek bicycle. Curb weight: about 16 pounds.

This is a showdown. Internal combustion vs. pedal power.

Whoever gets to Orlando City Hall first wins.

It’s the annual Bike vs. Car Commuter Challenge, sponsored by MetroPlan Orlando, the region’s transportation agency. The race is supposed to draw attention to the benefits of using alternative transportation.

Who do you think will win?

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