December 14, 2007
by julie
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Many advocates focus on the construction of bicycle lanes and trails as preferred bicycle facilities. These segregated and separated routes have many issues, and do not support a goal of sharing the road or creating a sustainable transportation infrastructure. Continue reading
September 24, 2007
by julie
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Cyclists struggle against a ‘bullying response’ that often occurs when motorists feel that these ‘toys’ are obstructing their paths. Some cyclists don’t help matters any with their own behavior. But is any jerk-like behavior right, regardless of ‘provocation?’ Continue reading
September 24, 2007
by julie
Comments Off on Plans for the Lafayette Bridge
The Lafayette Bridge (US52) is proposed for a 2011 replacement, with the potential to add another Mississippi River bicycle crossing in the process. Continue reading
September 24, 2007
by julie
Comments Off on Bike Lane Design
Bike lanes are not magic pathways to safer cycling, and are often designed in ways that may make them more hazardous for casual riders. Continue reading
September 21, 2007
by julie
Comments Off on Cretin Hop: 9/23
The promised route update for this Sunday’s Cretin Hop. Posted late because I had to drive on flooded roads to go home last night. Continue reading