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 8, 2011
by julie
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On this International Women’s Day, I thought I’d address one of the skeletons in the room when we discuss bicycle-friendly infrastructure and the interested-but-hesitant cyclist: A pretty good portion of that 60% is female. Data suggests that men outnumber women … Continue reading
March 2, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Traffic Crashes & Cyclist Fatalities: 2009 Data
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administraton has published its annual recap of cyclist fatalities for 2009. Some key stats: 630 bicyclists were killed in motor vehicle crashes — about 2% of all motor vehicle traffic fatalities 51,000 bicyclists were injured … Continue reading
February 28, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Lunch & Afternoon Sessions: Minnesota Bicycle Summit 2011
From the Minnesota Bicycle Summit 2011 Morning Session Legislative Agenda Lunch & Capitol Rotunda Sessions At lunch and in the afternoon at the 2011 Minnesota Bicycle Summit, the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota and more than 175 attendees were excited to … Continue reading
February 25, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Cheap Gas Encourages Dependence
Simple economic wisdom suggests that as prices for any commodity go up, price helps dictate demand. The Economist took a look at gas taxes and relative gas use, specifically in light of current rising oil prices. Per the article: Petrol … Continue reading