November 17, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on I94 Ped/Bike Crossing Closes
The bicycle-pedestrian bridge over I94 at Griggs Street in Saint Paul has been closed due to crumbling concrete. The falling concrete ‘weakens the span.’ I wonder how many windshields on I94 can testify to that? In the meantime, the suggested … Continue reading
October 3, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Ghost Bike Ride – October 4, 2008
Ghost Bike Minneapolis is holding a memorial ride to honor recently fallen cyclists. Ghost Bike Memorial Ride to Honor Fallen Bicyclists Minneapolis / St.Paul-October 2008 – This Saturday, the bicycle community will come together to honor the memory of cyclists … Continue reading
September 30, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on More on Local Bicycle Fatalities
Today, Minnesota Public Radio also aired a story on the recent increase in reported bicycle accidents and fatalities today: An interesting twist in this coverage is the following (from the transcript): There are countless miles of roadway in Minnesota that … Continue reading
September 22, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on More on the MN43 Construction
There is apparently controversy about the construction/repair of the bicycle/pedestrian crossing of MN43 across the river at Winona! Apparently, MNDOT is using creosote-treated wood for the crossing. Exposure to creosote can cause irritation of the skin, and eating it is … Continue reading
September 14, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Update: Washington Avenue Bridge
In the comments of my last post – concerning repairs to the U of Minnesota’s bridge over Washington Avenue – Hugh states that the bridge can be ridden over. Actually, it can’t. The University has asked that bicyclists dismount and … Continue reading