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Cyclist Alignment Chart

From the blog: Cyclostat On: 2010-03-20 12:31:53

Like any good fan of dungeons and dragons, I view the world through alignment charts. I've given this some thought, and below you will find definitive cyclist alignment chart. I'm betting that one already exists, but this is going to be my version. Click for the full jpeg. [caption id="attachment_338" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="The Cyclist's Alignment Chart"][/caption] Breakdown: Lawful Good: we have a photo of a dorky commuter, upholding the law and wearing ridiculously bright clothing in the middle of the day. It is accompanied by a Shane quote. :) Neutral Good: Perhaps indicative of the more casual rider, who wants to do good in the world, might run a red light or two, might bike on the sidewalk, but is ...Read this article.

03.19.10

From the blog: 100psi On: 2010-03-19 16:55:44

A kind of good songwriter once sang, “the waiting is the hardest part.”  And how. I finally got to take my new (used) bike out for a proper spin today.  I bought it in January, shoes arrived in February, the pedals came in the mail last week, water bottle cages yesterday, and I got fitted at IBC Newton today. It was a beautiful day to ride; I did about 45 miles, and I’m sore as hell.  But in a good way.  I want to send a shout out to Aleve. There's still flood water on the roads in the 'burbs.  I waited for this car to pass: Then I waited for this cyclist to pass: Then I waited for this ...Read this article.

H.E.L.L. Is Back!

From the blog: Boston Biker On: 2010-03-19 14:51:58

H.E.L.L. (Helping Everyone Live Longer) is back! http://www.myspace.com/hellhelmets http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=287753099269 From the myspace: H.E.L.L.- Helping Everyone Live Longer is a non-profit organization that was started in response to the deaths of two bicyclists, Gordon Riker, and Kelly Wallace, and stands in memory of any friend or loved one who has lost their lives in a bicycle accident. H.E.L.L. works to distribute free bicycle helmets and lights to anyone who needs them. Safety is a right that everyone has regardless of money. This project and the people that this project was started for meant so much to so many people and I want to reach out to those people for their input, feelings and ideas for this project, where they would like ...Read this article.

No News is Bad News

From the blog: Zero Combustion On: 2010-03-19 12:19:04

After my interview with WBZ News and correspondence with John Houghton of the MBTA, I decided to lay low for a while and observe the outcome of this activity. It is with profound disappointment that I report absolutely no change in the illegal driving activity of the MBTA buses. In the last three weeks I have observed and reported numerous buses running red lights, buses offloading passengers in the middle of the street rather than a designated bus stop, and I have once again been hit by an MBTA bus that did not stop. It has become apparent that nothing is changing, and that accountability is a thing of myth and legend when it comes to the MBTA. What am ...Read this article.

Comments on the River Street and Western Avenue bridges

From the blog: Street Smarts On: 2010-03-19 08:09:06

I ride the River Street and Western Avenue frequently on my way between Waltham and Cambridge. The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation plans to reconstruct these bridges. The roadways need repair, and so do the sidewalks, which connect the paths on each side of the river. But also, there are many issues with connections to streets, paths and sidewalks. The Harvard campus expansion involves the construction of paths leading to the bridges, and the University and its consultants (Jacobs Consulting) should be involved in the discussion. General comments There might be the possibility of a through bike lane or shared-lane marking at the Cambridge end of the River Street bridge and Boston end of the Western Avenue bridge to ...Read this article.

Will Our River Crossings Be Bridges or Barriers?

From the blog: Steve Miller's Blog -- II On: 2010-03-17 17:19:42

The Charles River is one of the defining features of our region.  From the time humans first arrived, we have used it for sustenance, pleasure, and travel.  While the basin feels like a refuge of nature in the midst of our urban lives, nearly every inch of the river – from the shore to the deepest channel – has been shaped by human activity.  The river and the structures around it need to be managed to preserve their value to the life cycle while maximizing their human functionality. In particular, the bridges over the river can help connect our communities, provide access to the riverbank, and be an aesthetic asset.  Or they can make travel difficult, even dangerous, block us ...Read this article.

1971 Schwinn Sting-Ray Grey Ghost Krate

From the blog: Vintage and Used Bicycles in Cambridge On: 2010-03-19 03:33:00

(Click for full photo) 1971 Schwinn Sting-Ray Grey Ghost Krate Just wanted to post a picture of my 1971 Grey Ghost Krate that I have recently "cleaned". I have had this bike in my possession since I was 5 years old. I haven~t touched the paint, just gave it a good thorough cleaning. All parts are original. What are my chances of getting this into a museum? ...Read this article.

CycleLoft and Co Comment on the “Transition” at NEV

From the blog: euphoria before total implosion On: 2010-03-18 12:40:41

I sort of thought that this was more a PR sheet than an explanation, but perhaps you will read it and disagree. If you take the time to follow the link, I encourage you to leave a comment. I did. ...Read this article.

Chicago Bicycle Program Presents: Share the Road - Buses and Bicycles

From the blog: Right on, ride on On: 2010-03-18 16:17:52

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Bikes-not-Bombs Bike-a-thon

From the blog: Dot Bike On: 2010-03-18 14:36:07

Ride the BIKE-A-THON! Join hundreds of riders for a meaningful and beautiful event on Sunday June 6th, 2010! The Rides Choose from one of three routes: 15 Mile Ride 25 Mile Ride 62 Mile Ride Great options for everyone: families and children, new cyclists, daily commuters, fitness and distance trainers. These rides are fully supported with food, mechanics, maps, road markings, following vehicles, and more. Your ride will end at the Green Roots Festival where you'll get fed and celebrated! All 3 Bike-A-Thon rides on June 6th start and end in the big field in front of the Stony Brook T stop (Orange Line) at Boylston and Amory Streets, Jamaica Plain MA 02130. For more info and to sign up ...Read this article.