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Cowetans are getting back on bikes during quarantine spring BY LAUREL HUSTER laurel@newnan.com
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n an attempt to beat the blues during the quarantine spring, Cowetans are turning to the bike as a way to get some fresh air and exercise. Many have been visiting local bike shops to get their old bikes tuned up, or purchase new ones. Chris Doane, president of Bike Coweta, said the COVID-19 virus had had a positive effect on local cycling and getting people outside, citing the increased use of bike trails at Brown's Mill and the LINC. “With idle time on hand, the number of Cowetans enjoying local streets, sidewalks and trails is on the increase,” Doane said. “Perhaps some folks are feeling it safer to ride on the road as well, given the decrease in auto traffic. It's a great thing to see."
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Like many families, Kevin and Kathryn Allen suddenly found themselves with time on their hands and a desire to keep active during the quarantine. “We’ve wanted bikes for years, but with a 2- and a 5-year-old, it’s been a challenge,” Kathryn said. “We’ve always been an active family, but we wanted to try something new."
Despite the adverse conditions for retail downtown, Ian Buchanan of Atlanta Trek Newnan said his shop has been “crazy busy” recently as people look for
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