Author: Scott Berger

Scott Berger

A suburb-raised, but city-awakened, multi-modal enthusiast proudly based in St. Paul. Year-round cyclist, rider of Bromptons and E-Bikes. Scott is secretly also a car enthusiast and purist who has somehow lived car-free through the Minnesota winter and in rural France. Union Park District Council Board Member.

A folding bike awaits the owner after dropping off his car for repair. Photo: Scott Berger

Car People, Come Join the Fold

Scott Berger • May 30, 2023

Curb car dependence and avoid its costs and inconveniences by embracing multimodal transportation options – including the simple-to-use folding bike.

Bungee Cords, Mobility Devices and Pink Tags: Or How I Found Adventure on a Boring Business Trip!

Scott Berger • February 9, 2023

How to make a business trip more delightful: Bring a folding bike and pedal from the airport to the hotel on scenic off-street trails!

From ‘Car-Heavy’ to ‘Car-Lite’: An (Involuntary) Experiment

Scott Berger • October 4, 2022

After comfortably living with three cars, being forced to use only one can reveal many of the pros and cons of living a “car-lite” lifestyle.

Lead by Example and Others Will Follow! My Daycare Commute, Step by Step

Scott Berger • August 15, 2022

Despite the challenges, I see more and more people getting out of their cars and seeing firsthand both the benefits and the drawbacks of commuting on foot.