Vélotaf: the advantages

What is the velotaf?

Contraction of bike and taf, these are journeys made to get to work by bike.

Adopted by more and more French people and encouraged by certain companies (bike mileage allowance, company bike, etc.) and communities (VAE subsidy, etc.), this practice has many advantages:

• Regular sporting activity : Cycling to work allows you to exercise and perform the daily sporting activity recommended by the WHO

• Energize outdoors : Start your day wide awake and full of energy to be more efficient. The journey is a moment for yourself that allows you to clear your mind to better reconnect afterwards.

• Save time : By taking the bike rather than the car, you avoid heavy traffic and traffic jams. So more free time in the morning to get ready!

• But above all, a reduced impact on the environment : the pollution comes from the particles which are emitted in particular by internal combustion engines, and in particular those running on diesel. Contrary to popular belief, rural dwellers also suffer the consequences of this pollution!

Reminder: In France, the thermal transport sector is the most polluting by far (31%).

A person who swapped his car for a bicycle to make his daily journeys of less than 5 km would reduce his impact on the environment by 650 kg of CO2 per year.

And yet, only 2% of French people use it to go to work and still 75% of home-work journeys are made by car and alone.

The bicycle: received ideas 

There are still preconceived ideas about cycling , which we have decided to undo for you!

The bike is only in good weather : Adapted equipment allows you to pedal in all seasons.

Cycling makes you sweat! Everyone pedals at their own pace and for long distances an electric bike can be the solution.

Read also : VAE or muscle bike, which to choose?

The bike is aluminum and steel! : There are other alternatives such as eco-designed models with bamboo for example.

Cycling is dangerous : The increase in cycling trips has resulted in ... a drop in accidents because the more cyclists there are, the more visible they are. Local authorities are also investing in new dedicated cycling facilities.

The bike is not pro : And yet, the image of the bike has changed and cycling is increasingly valued.

 

Maintain your bike

Now that you are convinced by the vélotaf and its benefits, here are some checks to carry out at least once a month to guarantee the durability of your bike and reduce your impact:

• brake adjustment,
• tire pressure,
• The wear of brake pads or discs, rims and pads,
• The proper functioning of the lights, and the mechanics of your VAE as a whole.
• Chain lubrication or belt tension

Read also: how to maintain your VAE

 

Safety: not to be neglected!

Vélotaffer is good, safe for you and other users is better! We have listed the main bicycle safety rules and accessories to adopt inthis article .

Become the cycling pro

You are finally ready to rethink your journeys and have a positive impact on the planet. But first, we share our latest bonus tips with you.

• Don't forget to revise the highway code, which also applies to bicycles
• Plan your route in advance
• Start gradually so as not to give up
• Always pay attention to your safety and that of other users.
• Train your friends and colleagues at the vélotaf !

Up to you !

Who are we ?

Möbius Bike is a French brand of eco-responsible bicycles developed and assembled in France. Our mission is to clean up cities with a first range of 2 bikes (electric and muscular) that are more sustainable and responsible. In addition to bamboo , recycled aluminum and grape leather are used for the saddle