You don't see it because it's rare, but it's possible and just not cultural thing anymore in "rich" countries. It's even seen as sign of poverty to do that, it'

You don't see it because it's rare, but it's possible and just not cultural thing anymore in "rich" countries. It's even seen as sign of poverty to do that, it's a shame, that's the main reason, along with security because of the prevalence of cars and the danger they represent I use my bike almost daily since decades, cold and dark is not an issue (you never really feel cold on a bike as long as you're active/pedaling), rain and wind a bit more, I can carry 20kg of stuff on my bike, bags on my back and front and crate on the handlebar