Could cycle tourism give Camden County GA an economic boost?

Slightly more than one-quarter (27%) of the US population participates in bicycling, contributing $132 billion to the US economy, according to a recent study by the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA).

Economic impact

The figures I quoted above come from the OIA's Active Outdoor Recreation Economy Report for fall 2006 that estimated that outdoor recreation activities add $730 billion to the US economy.

Bicycling is the report's largest segment, with 60 million participants. The OIA estimates bicyclists spend $6.2 billion for gear and $46.9 billion in trip related expenses annually.

Bike route system and  trail networks are bringing these bicycling dollars to the doorsteps of many towns and cities across the US.

The economic impact of bicycling supports 1.1 million jobs nationwide and pumps $17.7 billion in taxes into federal, state and local coffers.