Havana Bikes
Cuba underwent a bicycle revolution in the 1990s during its five year
'Special Period.' Oil was scarce as a result of tough economic
constraints, and bicycles where introduced as an alternative mode of
transport.
Years later, the transportation crisis subsided and motorised vehicles returned, and the country's bicycle culture took a hit. Now, new bikes are difficult to come by and parts are not readily available, yet many Cubans still use bicycles daily and, despite the limited resources, a handful of mechanics provide a service to those who rely on their bikes in their everyday lives.
Years later, the transportation crisis subsided and motorised vehicles returned, and the country's bicycle culture took a hit. Now, new bikes are difficult to come by and parts are not readily available, yet many Cubans still use bicycles daily and, despite the limited resources, a handful of mechanics provide a service to those who rely on their bikes in their everyday lives.
Havana Bikes from Kauri Multimedia on Vimeo.
Sem comentários:
Enviar um comentário