Back to school by bike: a smart, economical and safe choice!

Cycling, the solution to back-to-school traffic jams.

With each new school year, the roads quickly become saturated. Traffic jams lengthen journey times, traffic becomes stressful and parking spaces become scarce.

In the city, a bicycle is often faster than a car or public transport for journeys of less than 5 kilometers. You gain in autonomy and regularity: no more delays due to traffic jams or overcrowded buses.

On average, a 3- to 5-km journey takes less than 20 minutes by bike, regardless of traffic. A precious time-saver in an already busy day.

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Environmentally-friendly mobility.

Choosing to cycle means considerably reducing your carbon footprint. Unlike the car, cycling emits no CO₂ or fine particles, which helps improve air quality in the city.

A figure to remember: cycling 10 km every day saves around 700 kg of CO₂ per year* compared with a car. By adopting a bicycle, you're making a concrete gesture for the environment, while inspiring those around you to rethink their modes of transport.

*According to the French Environment and Energy Management Agency (Ademe).

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Wellness and health: visible benefits in no time.

Cycling is not just a means of transport, it's also a gentle physical activity that fits naturally into everyday life.

• It improves cardiovascular fitness.
• It strengthens muscles, particularly in the legs and back.
• It reduces stress by releasing endorphins.

What's more, pedaling every morning helps you arrive at work or school more energized and focused.

Unlike a gym session, you save time: your travels become your exercise sessions.

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Financing your bike: available grants and schemes.

A common obstacle to switching to a bicycle is the cost, especially for an electrically assisted bicycle (EAB). But there are many ways to reduce the cost.

Public assistance

• The ecological bonus: national assistance for the purchase of a new VAE, subject to income conditions.
• Local subsidies: many regions, départements and towns complement this scheme. Some communes offer up to €500 for the purchase of an electric bike.
• Cargo bike subsidies: ideal for families or craftsmen, these models are also eligible for specific subsidies.

Accessible financing solutions with Cofidis

In addition to these grants, our partnership with Cofidis offers flexible financing solutions to suit all budgets. Thanks to payment facilities, you can spread the cost of your bike over several monthly payments, without compromising your personal finances.

This solution is particularly interesting for the purchase of an electric bike, whose price may seem high at the outset, but becomes affordable once financed and supported by available grants.

Finance your bike with Cofidis

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BicyCode marking makes it easier to deal with insurers.

It is now compulsory to secure your bike with a marking.

The nationally recognized BicyCode system assigns a unique number engraved on the frame of your bike. This number is then stored in a secure database, accessible to law enforcement agencies and authorized professionals.

In the event of theft, this feature considerably increases the chances of recovery. BicyCode marking is therefore not only a legal requirement for new bicycles sold in stores, but also an essential tool for riding in complete peace of mind.

Bicycle insurance

An increasing number of insurers are offering specific formulas covering :

• theft (even outdoors, with certain conditions for approved anti-theft devices),
• accidental damage,
• sometimes civil liability in the event of an accident.

Insurance is highly recommended for an ACE, as the purchase price is higher and therefore more attractive to thieves.

Finance your bike with Bicytrust

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Conclusion: a successful return to school... by bike

Choosing a bicycle for your daily commute is much more than just changing your means of transport:

• you save time and avoid the stress of traffic jams,
• improve your health and well-being on a daily basis,
• you reduce your costs while helping the environment.

Thanks to financial aid and our partnership with Cofidis, financing a bike has never been easier or more affordable.

And for peace of mind, don't forget your essential protection: appropriate insurance and, above all, the BicyCode marking, which is now compulsory for all new bikes. This unique marking, recognized by the police, gives you real peace of mind.

This autumn, take the plunge and make cycling your daily companion.

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