The Last Bike Messengers: While DC's once-ubiquitous couriers have been pushed to the brink of extinction, their culture and camaraderie endure--as does their impact on the city's streets.

Autor: CASSIE, RON
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Zdroj: Washingtonian Magazine; Sep2024, Vol. 59 Issue 12, p64-71, 8p
Abstrakt: The article focuses on the decline of bicycle messengers in Washington, D.C., through the experiences of Chip Landis, a 58-year-old courier who has navigated this profession for nearly two decades. It highlights the changing landscape of delivery services, the challenges faced by messengers, and the nostalgic reminiscence of a once-thriving community, underscoring the precarious nature of gig work in an era increasingly dominated by digital solutions and fewer in-person deliveries.
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