August 26, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Status: MN43 Bridge in Winona
They have finally started work on the sidewalk on the MN43 bridge in Winona, hoping for favorable weather to complete the project by October. Signage still says bikes are legally unwelcome on the bridge. However, enforcement seems lax – when … Continue reading
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 23, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on LCI Seminar Announced for Minneapolis
The League of American Bicyclists will be holding a League Certified Instructor seminar in Minneapolis October 16-18. LCI training is open to anyone who has passed the League’s popular and useful Road I course. One such course was recently taught … 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