June 16, 2009
by julie
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In a recent study, Minneapolis-St. Paul made it onto a list of the top five metros for road rage. Factors cited that create anger include running red lights, texting and e-mailing while driving, putting on makeup, eating, or talking on … Continue reading
June 13, 2009
by julie
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In the buggy., originally uploaded by Between Stations. This picture was taken before we strapped on his helmet, but this is my 13-month-old before a 35-mile ride on a day that never made it above 50 degrees. I’m trying to … Continue reading
May 28, 2009
by julie
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An excellent video on how a cycling group can more safely change lanes by letting the rear riders take the lead on the change and protect the lane from motorist conflict. 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
May 11, 2009
by julie
Comments Off on Lazy Media, More Haters, Etc.
I’ve concluded that when hard-up for a story or just in a lazy mood, many media outlets resort to poking sticks at the anthill that is bicyclists using roads. Bike to Work Week is apparently a red cape to that … Continue reading