Bikes of burden.

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From the crowded alleyways of Asia to the river trails of Europe, people have found creative uses for their bicycles. Bikes are a great option for short-distance transport, for navigating areas where nimble transportation is required, and for users who can't afford more expensive options.

Unfortunately, the niche of the bicycle is shrinking nearly everywhere as people turn toward greater automobile use. In the car-dominated United States, the share of commuter trips by bike dropped from 0.5 percent to an even more...