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Bicycle Safety in the Sun

When bicycle advocates talk about safety, they frequently talk about engineering issues, defensive cycling and vehicular behavior, stopping at stop signs, etc. etc.

But cycling safety goes beyond those issues. Taking care of YOURSELF is also core to cycling safety, especially on sweltering summer days like the one we’re having today here in Minnesota.

There are a number [...]

Budget Cuts Impacting Snow Clearance?

The sidepaths of Dakota County have typically been plowed the past few years. My commute often takes me up Lexington Avenue, which has sidepaths down both sides. While I am typically no fan of sidepaths, I grant them their especial utility for winter commuting when plowed. It helps when there are paths on both sides of [...]

Minnesota Bike Atlas, 7th Edition – Available Soon!

The new Minnesota Bike Atlas is due in stores shortly. [...]

Cretin Hop: 9/23

The promised route update for this Sunday’s Cretin Hop. Posted late because I had to drive on flooded roads to go home last night. [...]

Plan Now For Winter Cycling

Fall is the right time to prepare for winter cycle-commuting. The right equipment and preparation makes it possible. [...]

Fort Snelling Bike Trails Closed

As of August 28, Fort Snelling Park is ‘closed until further notice.’ Bummer for bicyclists! [...]