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Coronavirus: Boom time for bikes as virus changes lifestylesBy Roger HarrabinBBC environment analyst 7 May 2020 Related TopicsCoronavirus pandemic Image copyrightGetty ImagesFear of catching coronavirus on public transport has helped lead to a boom in cycle-to-work schemes.The schemes saw a 200% increase in bicycle orders from people working for emergency services.Demand for more mobility and exercise amid lifestyle changes imposed by the lockdown has also boosted bike sales across the UK."Very strong" bicycle sales at bike and car parts chain Halfords this week saw its shares soar by 23%.Some bike stores are battling to meet demand. Broadrib Cycles in Bicester normally despatches 20-30 bikes a week, but manager Stuart Taylor says the shop is currently selling 50 bikes every day - and seeing a commensurate rise in demand for servicing. "It's just gone crazy," he told the BBC. "People are dragging bikes out of sheds and garages and finding they need new tyres a…