March 3, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Non-Motorized Transportation Pilot Program: What’s Next for Minneapolis?
When Congressman James Oberstar made the Non-Motorized Transportation Pilot Program (NTPP) a part of 2005’s SAFEATEA-LU bill, the premise was simple: Try to accelerate mode-shift in four communities — including Minneapolis — and study the results. The final report was … Continue reading
March 3, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Bicycle Summit 2011: Be A Voice for Cycling Every Day
On February 28, 2011, 175 bicyclists and friends of active transport gathered in Saint Paul to discuss bicycle issues in Minnesota, and to get excited about the chance to speak up for bicycles at the state legislature. Maybe you were … Continue reading
February 28, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Morning Session: Minnesota Bicycle Summit 2011
From the Minnesota Bicycle Summit 2011 Morning Session Legislative Agenda Lunch & Capitol Rotunda Sessions Nearly 175 people from throughout the state of Minnesota joined the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota at the inaugural Minnesota Bicycle Summit on February 28, 2011. … Continue reading
February 15, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Open Streets Events in Minneapolis
The Minneapolis Bicycle Coalition is working to bring Open Streets event to Minneapolis this summer, and are looking for volunteers to help with some of the work involved. Open Streets events typically close down a street for several hours, often … Continue reading
February 14, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Pre-Ride Safety Checks for High-End Bicycles
The League of American Bicyclists preaches the ABC QuickCheck via Traffic Skills 101 and other bicycle ed programs. It’s a great check-through that applies to nearly every kind of bicycle on the market. Bicycling magazine has a series of maintenance … Continue reading