March 9, 2011
by julie
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With the Minnesota Bicycle Summit last week and the National Bike Summit this week, I have been noting a pernicious habit among cycling advocates and friends that I wish I could punch out of everyone: Quoting studies selectively or in … Continue reading
March 7, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Bike Events This Week (March 7-12, 2011)
This week’s events are heavy on the advocacy: The League of American Bicyclists’ National Bicycle Summit starts March 8 in Washington DC. A strong Minnesota delegation will be calling on Minnesota’s Congresspeople. The Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota promises updates via … 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
March 2, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Bicycle Facilities, Best Practices & Reluctant Cyclists
I’ve previously written about the challenge of getting the 60% of would-be cyclists who are “Interested but Concerned” onto bicycles more frequently and as users of bicycles for transport. I’ve also written about the design issues associated with bicycle facilities … Continue reading
February 28, 2011
by julie
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Today was the first ever Minnesota Bicycle Summit. Based on attendance, it is unlikely to be the last. More than 175 people attended the event, absorbing information about cycling in Minnesota and learning to be effective citizen lobbyists on behalf … Continue reading