July 3, 2009
by julie
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As you light up your bike and make your way to fireworks via two wheels, a few gentle reminders: Motorists trying to leave fireworks tend to be cranky about the traffic. The Stone Arch Bridge is closed to bicycles during … Continue reading
June 25, 2009
by julie
Comments Off on Map for 6/25/2009
This is the map for tonight’s group ride that I am leading. It’s a slightly revised version of my Great Googly Moogly route, as featured in the Minnesota Bike Atlas. In this case, we dodge the havoc that is the … Continue reading
June 19, 2009
by julie
Comments Off on Lilydale Park Upgrades Planned
Upgrades are planned for St. Paul’s Lilydale Regional Park, which is excellent news for local bikers. Beyond providing a scenic connection between downtown and the Big Rivers Trail, it’s been the site of popular time trial events over the years. … Continue reading
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
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