Ride Boldly!

Bikes, bicycling, and road safety.

March 10, 2011
by julie
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Data: Cycling in Minneapolis/St. Paul Up 33% 2007-2010

Right on the heels of my recent complaint about non-contextual use of data comes some really useful data: Bike Walk Twin Cities reports a 33% increase in bicyclists in Minneapolis and Saint Paul between 2007 and 2010. The organization conducts … Continue reading

March 9, 2011
by julie
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Peeve: Misapplication of Data

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
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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
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Subsidizing Driving

Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed yet another extension to the Transportation Bill — number seven, to be exact. Most transportation spending comes via the dedicated Highway Trust Fund. The trust fund is supplied via the 18.5-cent per gallon federal … Continue reading

March 2, 2011
by julie
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Safe Kids Anoka County Plans 2011 Bike Helmet Events

For people who live in or near Anoka County, Safe Kids Anoka County have announced the dates for their 2011 bicycle helmet sale and fitting events. Bike helmets will be available for both adults and children for a mere $12 … Continue reading