October 1, 2009
by julie
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This month’s Scientific American has a very interesting article on how to boost urban bicycling. Their conclusion? Figure out what will get more women on bicycles! The articles references comparisons between male/female bicycle trip ratios in the US (2:1) and … Continue reading
May 20, 2009
by julie
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The Star-Tribune reports a cyclist being crushed by a truck on Park Avenue in Minneapolis this morning. If you look at the configuration of the bike lane and the traffic lane at this intersection, and, in fact, all the way … Continue reading
April 30, 2009
by julie
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Well, really, all of May is National Bike Month. May 11-15 is National Bike to Work week. Your area may have events planned. Minneapolis-St. Paul are events are listed at http://www.bikewalkweek.org/. However, if you’re thinking about using the week as … Continue reading
April 27, 2009
by julie
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Busting 10 Bike Commuting Myths – from Alan Snel Upcoming track racing schedule at the Minnesota Velodrome in Blaine. Always fun to attend! Minnesota Bike Festival schedule for 2009, including the new Uptown Minneapolis Crit. They’re also looking for volunteer … Continue reading
February 23, 2009
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Edina is back to squawking about potential improvements for bicycles, this time on W. 70th. Some readers may realize I’ve piled onto Edina at least twice previously – in one case, for focusing on bike lanes as magical, and in … Continue reading