Chicago is looking at some cyclist protection ordinances that promise some nice fines for the city coffers. Continue reading
March 5, 2008
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February 5, 2008
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Bike Lane Hazards
Bicycle lanes are often poorly placed on roadways, resulting in right-hook collisions that can injure cyclists. Education and better engineering are two solutions for such issues. Continue reading
August 5, 2007
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Stone Arch Bridge Reopens
The Star-Tribune reports that the Stone Arch Bridge has re-opened in Minneapolis. The City’s website hasn’t caught up. I use ‘reopen’ loosely, given that it will be a prime vantage point for spectators. The usual people on the Stone Arch … Continue reading
August 3, 2007
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Bridge Reconstruction Wish List
According to one of the local rags, the I35-E bridge over the Mississippi between St. Paul and Lilydale was a deficient bridge that was prioritized for replacement. When it was replaced, it gained a bike bridge. I’m hoping that as … Continue reading
August 3, 2007
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Minnesota: Do Cyclists Need to Carry ID?
This week, Bob Mionske’s Legally Speaking column discussed the issue of cyclists needing to produce ID for law enforcement, particularly if said cyclists behave in ways they really shouldn’t — like, say, blowing stop signs. While the column discussed a … Continue reading