Spring Forward with the Piggyback Rider

Daylight Saving Time is happening tomorrow night for most of us in the United States (except for Arizona and Hawaii). Did you know that Benjamin Franklin is often credited with the idea of DST because, in a satirical letter to the authors of The Journal of Paris, he suggested the French wake earlier to take advantage of "using sunshine instead of candles?"

While it's known as a day that gives parents nightmares, we actually think there are some advantages to it. Here are some reasons to enjoy springing forward, rather then dread it! 

There’s more light to enjoy in the evening.

What’s better: Only a fleeting moment of daylight before work (and driving home in the dark) or being able to enjoy the daylight well into the evening hours? That’s what we thought. More light = more time to do what you want or need to do = a happier you. You know what else makes you happy? Bonding with your child! And we specialize in bonding time when using the Piggyback Rider. 

Promotes Active Lifestyles

When the day is lighter later, people tend to participate in more outdoor activities after work. This also gives you extra time to break out the Piggyback Rider and go on that late evening adventure!

Lighter = Safer

Safety is a good argument for keeping the lighter evenings of DST. Studies have found that DST contributes to improved road safety by reducing pedestrian fatalities by 13% during dawn and dusk hours. Another study found a 7% decrease in robberies following the spring shift to DST. 

Good for the Economy.

Later daylight means more people shopping after work, increasing retail sales, and more people driving, increasing gas and snacks sales for eight months of the year (the time we spend in DST). The golf industry reported that one month of DST was worth $200 to $400 million because of the extended evening hours golfers can play. The barbeque industry estimated their profits increase $150 million for one month of DST.