I think it's particularly hip if you're fat and don't have stylish clothing, because you're smart enough to see why it makes so much sense. You also want to give it a try and maybe lose weight and enjoy yourself at the same time.

Bike commuting is exploding in NYC now. I'm heartened to see so many people riding who are clearly not cyclophiles or athletes. My dreams are coming true. In the minds of Joe and Jane Average, bike commuting is starting to make more sense than all other ways of getting around.