August 16, 2008
by julie
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Riding the wrong way – against traffic – is one of the most hazardous acts for a cyclist. Yet, many inexperienced cyclists do it, chiefly because they believe that being able to see traffic oncoming will allow them to react … Continue reading
July 15, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Mythbusting by the Minneapolis Police
In a move that may surprise some, the Minneapolis police department put out a press release concerning bicycle myths. Naturally, I can’t find it (or any recent public relations) on the City website, but the Star-Tribune‘s Roadguy reprints it en … Continue reading
June 24, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Winona Bridge is falling down, falling down…
Sing it with me, everyone! City of Winona has put up some close-up shots of decaying gusset plates in action on the MN43 bridge over the Mississippi River. Closing the sidewalk is clearly justified by these images. Clickable for detail: … Continue reading
June 19, 2008
by julie
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Multiple sources — from bike shops to news sources to anecdotal observation — suggests that bicycling is way up in response to heinous gasoline prices. I suspect this means that people who don’t normally ride much are coming out. If … Continue reading
June 15, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Responsibilities of Motorists
Under transportation legislation passed in Minnesota during the past session, driver education will now require would-be motorists to learn their responsibilities towards bicycles and other slow-moving vehicles. Text can be found in HF No. 3827. The exact nature of how … Continue reading