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Comment on Bicycles & Red Lights by Lex

Lex — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:50:26 +0000

As a motorcyclist, I’ve had to use this rule once and only once when a left-turn signal didn’t trip. It’s helpful to me on my motorcycle, because I cannot filter legally in MN, nor ride on the shoulder.

I frequently witness bicyclists running red lights without stopping. I’m not terribly motivated to get bicyclists included in this statute because they don’t seem to be hindered in the slightest by not being specifically included.

Comment on Distracted Driving in the Spotlight by yoshi

yoshi — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:03:24 +0000

If its ‘common sense’ – why do we need to legislate? no-texting-while-driving law is a silly law since there is no way to enforce it. Its just another law that provides politicians (and apparently you) an opportunity to pat themselves on the back while ignoring more important issues.

Comment on Winter Advocacy: Highway 96 Resurfacing in White Bear Lake by Froggie

Froggie — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 20:04:16 +0000

Depending on how they’re funding this, a reduction in lane width to 10.5 feet may not be possible. And given the relatively rural nature of the area, isn’t really even realistic. That said, an increase in shoulder width makes sense.

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Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:40:54 +0000

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Comment on Simpatico: How US Soccer Fans & Cycle Fans Are Alike by bq

bq — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:34:42 +0000

Nicely done. If I may add another, both cyclist and soccer players are some of the best conditioned athletes in the world. I’ve seen studies that show bikers #1 and soccer players #2.

Comment on Upcoming Events in Minnesota by super rookie

super rookie — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:28:45 +0000

Twin Cities Bike Swap
Feb 14th 9am
National Sports Center
Proceeds to Velodrome
Biggest swap in the state

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Comment on Bike Path Fatality in Bloomington by Martin in Minnesota

Martin in Minnesota — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:23:07 +0000

Helmets are great; wearing one has saved me from serious injury. However, they won’t prevent a broken neck, internal injuries, or serious lacerations. If worn properly (–a big “if” since not everyone does), they’ll help keep your head intact, but they aren’t a panacea.

As with you, my heart goes out to the family of the victim, and to the other cyclist involved as well. That sounds like a heavy burden to carry.

Comment on Tour de France Coverage: Day 2 by Alex

Alex — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 21:24:45 +0000

I’m sick of commercials in general :P

Comment on Minnesota Bicycle Statutes (169.222) – Interpreted! by Alex

Alex — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:05:25 +0000

Are you saying cyclists should turn left from the right lane?