Get There By Bike - Interactive Bike Maps for the Urban Commuter

We all know that apps are a daily part of our lives. After all, 56% of people on the planet own a smart phone, and according to Flurry, people are starting to spend more time using apps than they do watching TV.

Whether you're exploring a new city or trying to find the fastest route to a new restaurant in your neighborhood, there are many apps to help you navigate. Depending on whether you'd prefer to arrive by bike, foot or car, you might prefer one app over another. Waze will help you navigate traffic via crowdsourcing, while Google Maps usually offers a few options on public transit, just in case you're not completely sure of your time of departure.

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