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CookieOfFortune@lemmy.world 2 weeks agoIt’s hard to get by without driving in Houston. Even if you considered it safe to bike (which it isn’t, the dedicated bike lanes are pretty limited), it’s impossible to avoid the weather. Do you just carry a change of clothes?
I actually used to live in Houston too and had a half mile commute (either bike or run), but still had to drive fairly often. And I consider that a luxury for the city. Otherwise you’re living in the suburbs and commuting for two hours everyday.
I’ve known only a handful of people who’ve tried doing carless in Houston and only one of them long term. And he lived in a co-op so most needs were met in other ways.
UnderpantsWeevil@lemmy.world 2 weeks ago
The MKT gets you all the way from 610 to downtown with virtually no interaction with cars until you’re actually in the city proper.
I’ll spot you weather, but I’ve biked in the rain before. A poncho is all you really need shy of severe weather. And if I’m taking an Uber to and from work once or twice a month, that’s far cheaper than owning a car.
I think “carless” is much more difficult. But “one car house” is very possible. You don’t need a vehicle for every member of the family.