Zombie Movies Never Have Bikes

I noticed this in a zombie movie, a couple of people were fleeing and a fee got taken down and I thought to myself "They would have better luck if they had a couple bikes". 

Being a mild zombie fan I realized that in the various media I have consumed no one ever has a bike.  Sure it cuts down on the drama when people can just ride away at a few more MPH than some shambling dead person but when the day of the dead comes if you have your ride ready you'll be in better shape.

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Permalink Reply by KayCee on August 8, 2014 at 3:55pm

I know it's not the same, but I'm sooo intrigued by the disaster relief trials in Portland...  Chicago needs this.  Maybe a Zombie Apocalypse version?

Portland DRT from Russ Roca on Vimeo.

Permalink Reply by Louis K on August 8, 2014 at 4:10pm
Was it Dr Who?



David Altenburg said:

I remember seeing a movie where people were spending all of their time and income sitting trapped in cars that could barely move to go anywhere because everyone else was doing the same thing. And destroying the earth and their own bodies in the process. I thought the same thing - "if only there were bikes, the solution to these people's problems would be obvious!"

Permalink Reply by Jonathan Quist on August 8, 2014 at 5:58pm

Dr Who? No, it was the WGN traffic report during the Ohio Street bridge demolition.

Louis K said:

Was it Dr Who?



David Altenburg said:

I remember seeing a movie where people were spending all of their time and income sitting trapped in cars that could barely move to go anywhere because everyone else was doing the same thing. And destroying the earth and their own bodies in the process. I thought the same thing - "if only there were bikes, the solution to these people's problems would be obvious!"

Permalink Reply by yai danche on August 9, 2014 at 1:20am

I watched a few episodes of that show Revolution where electricity stops working (ugh, stupid I know).  They ride horses to get around, which is sustainable so they get credit for that.  But there are no bikes or roller skates or skateboards.  

I saw that scene in World War Z and it was not a squeaky chain that alerted the zombies, it was a cell phone that rang. They were trying to ride to an airplane instead of a car because the car's engine would attract their attention.

Permalink Reply by Mike Schwab on August 10, 2014 at 5:31pm
Permalink Reply by Matt M. 18.5KM on August 10, 2014 at 10:30pm

That actually happened to me once.

Tricolor said:

Some games have it:

Permalink Reply by Rich S on August 13, 2014 at 3:43am

Permalink Reply by Scott Chillson on August 13, 2014 at 8:39am

I recommend the Salsa Fargo for apocalyptic situations, but if anybody else has a good suggestion you'd be doing us all a favor by putting it down. 

Permalink Reply by Haddon on August 13, 2014 at 3:27pm

Single speed direct drive 'fixies' are out since you want to have quick acceleration, the initial 'get away' being critical. Top speed really isn't that important - you just need to outpace the dead who are shambling along at 2-4 mph. 

A mountain bike is probably a good idea, roads are going to go to crap soon enough and it'll more more trail riding or rough road riding than anything.  Ten speeds are probably out since they do bad in muddy ruts and the like. Given choices I'd opt for a durable 3 speed coaster break with a good 'head up' view of the landscape.  Also break pads are going to be a real pain to find/replace. Solid tires would be better, sure a rough ride but no one needs to be getting flats. 26 inch wheels is a good idea as they are plentiful.

And an AK-47

Permalink Reply by Tom A.K. on August 22, 2014 at 9:21am
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/chi-police-lollap...

'LOLLAPALLOZA ZOMBIE BITER' ARRESTED. No bicycle was found nearby.
Permalink Reply by Haddon on August 23, 2014 at 2:20pm

A couple seconds of bikes, not much though.

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