Ride Boldly!

Bikes, bicycling, and road safety.

July 6, 2007
by julie
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Cyclist Killed in Kentucky – Laws Questioned

Following the death of a cyclist in Louisville, KY, there’s a lot of debate about how laws regulate the sharing of roadway space. The motorist is not being charged with a crime. She told the police that he didn’t see … Continue reading

June 17, 2007
by julie
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New Jersey Bans Quick Releases

New Jersey has passed legislation that will effectively ban the sale of every commercially-made bike of reasonable quality, according to Bicycle Retailer magazine: Under the bill, it would be illegal to sell bicycles with quick release wheels unless they met … Continue reading

June 7, 2007
by julie
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Bicycle Debate in Rochester

There have been a number of letters to the editor at the Rochester Post-Bulletin on the subject of bicyclists using the roads versus staying on trails. Various letter writers have rehashed all the usual issues: Tax dollars used to pay … Continue reading

May 21, 2007
by julie
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Cedar Lake Trail: Closures

Now that they’re starting in on Twins Stadium construction, looks like the downtown exit of the Cedar Lake Trail will be closed indefinitely. One reroute involves using Portland Avenue through downtown, if going from downtown outbound. I hate that bike … Continue reading