Having ridden Wellington's streets almost daily for 40-plus years, I feel qualified to share my thoughts on the state of our city's cycling infrastructure. It is clear, electric bikes or not, Wellington will never be the Amsterdam of the South. Our fierce winds, persistent rain, narrow streets, and rugged terrain ensure that this dream will never become a reality. Instead, we must focus on what makes sense for our unique city and its residents. This means reconsidering many of the cycleways in Wellington.
