Originally Posted by
veganbikes
From what I heard that whole stadium was built on peoples houses and some local clubs, for a team from Canada? The whole idea sounded really whacky, why D.C. needed another sports team when the city has so many other issues to deal with, is beyond me.
Bike valet parking sounds interesting if I could stand to leave my bike alone and in the hands of someone else even if they are bike lovers like me!
Yeah, stadium was a total scam, they destroyed 1,000's of housing units that weren't replaced elsewhere. Owner got massive subsidies but had the nerve to sue the city over some minor construction details. It's totally stupid for DC to subsidize pro sports teams--nobody moves to or visits there 'cause of pro sports. BTW DC (proper not metro) poses as bike-friendly but a couple of their most popular bike paths are in terrible condition (despite being in the wealthier area).
I wonder how the legal thing works w/bike valet parking. If a bike is stolen will they pay owner full replacement, even if it's a $15K Hilite?