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Bruce wrote:
Who needs that hassle? So the question becomes why ride bamboo, and the only answer seems to be because it is cool.

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Granted, the following doesn't apply to the Calfee bamboo frame due to cost and availability, but the concept would be great for developing countries that have bamboo as an abundant resource.

A bamboo frame could be the basis for inexpensive transportation. Most of the resources would be available in country and less parts (raw steel or tubes etc.) need to be imported. Once the bamboo bikes are available inexpensively enough that any family could own one, then all their children could go to school. Those educated children would then benefit their country with better ideas and how to capitalize on them. They develop a better quality of life with less poverty and illness. Etcetera, etcetera. ...all because of an organic bike.

Craig Calfee; Noble prize recipient!

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