April 21, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Bike/Ped Accidents in Minneapolis: Let’s Be Careful Out There
The Minneapolis safety record for bicycles is suffering right now. First, a driver jumped a curb near Dinkytown and hit several pedestrians. Today, a right-turning dump truck killed a cyclist near 4th Street and 15th Avenue, again near the U … Continue reading
April 21, 2011
by julie
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Spring is here, and thus the season of Minnesota bicycle event rides begins. The traditional season-opener, the Minnesota Ironman, is coming up May 1, slightly later than usual this year due to the lateness of Easter. Thus, it’s an ideal … Continue reading
April 15, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on League of American Bicyclists Issues Action Alert on DOT Policies
The League of American Bicyclists has issued an action alert in the wake of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) requesting that the US Department of Transportation weaken their guidance on accommodating bicyclists and pedestrians. The … Continue reading
April 14, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on SF 201 Hearing Cancelled
The hearing on Senate File 201 at the Minnesota Capitol — scheduled for today — has been cancelled. Per the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, who has been tracking the progress of this bill, proposed amendments to the bill were inconsistent … Continue reading
April 13, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Bike Fit & Comfort
I see people, particularly novice cyclists and those returning to the sport after absence, obsess about bike seats all the time as a key to comfort. And I’m not going to debate the special joy of a good bike seat … Continue reading