[Tilted Irish Kilt]

metmom :" “Honestly, I would think a bike would be your best bet for a quick retreat.”
avenir :" Wondered if it would be useful in the BEGINNING of a breakdown, BEFORE anyone had time to think.
After, it seems like you might be an easy target."

Actually, during WWII, I recall the allies had a whole paratrooper division that were airborne, and parachuted along with their bicycles, to make them more mobile.
I believe the bikes folded up while airborne, and upon reaching the ground, the bikes were unfolded.
They were heavy-duty bikes designed to transport men and munitions.
There is currently a model "paratrooper" bike available for retail sale.

[avenir]

Thanks for info.

[CottonBall]

Bikes are great as long as you’re not going cross country.