Posted April 23rd, 2009 by huffypuffy
It’s possible to use current events to your cycling advantage.
In 2004, Harvard was abuzz with the news of a midnight groper in Cambridge. Intriguingly, the most salient characteristic of this dastardly criminal was that he approached his victims on a bike.
I’m not one to let such good fortune pass without action. Throughout his spree of terror, I found it extremely effective to bike through Cambridge Common while jingling my keys. North Face-clad women would peel to the sides of the path as if Moses had commanded it. I got to and from campus in minutes! This was extremely effective – by the end of month, I even got lazy, yelling “bike! bike! bike!” to the same effect. Sadly, things went back to normal after he was identified.
Imagine my glee when it came out that the Craigslist killer was a Boston University MEDICAL STUDENT who operated in Boston and Rhode Island. Smart? Pompous? Clean-cut? Creepy?
Check.
My commutes to the hospital have just gotten a bit simpler. At least for a little while.
Posted December 8th, 2008 by Boston Biker
There will be a Community Wide Plan meeting Wednesday, December 10, at the Honan-Allston Branch Library (300 North Harvard Street) from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The meeting will focus on a BRA/Consultant team presentation of multi-modal transportation options.
This plan will set the long-term transportation vision for Harvard’s expanding area in Allston, including Western Ave. and North Harvard Street as well as local street and path connections. Different options for bicycle accommodations and networks are being discussed. I strongly encourage anyone with an interest in this area to attend.
Posted September 29th, 2008 by Boston Biker
The fifth annual Harvard to Harvard Ride is coming up. This is a fun ride from Harvard University to Harvard, Massachusetts. There will be two options: a 35 mile loop through Concord, or a 75 mile loop out to Harvard and back. Both rides are fully supported.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
8am start time for the 75-mile option
9am start time for the 35-mile option
Help us to raise money for the team while enjoying your bike and the companionship of your fellow cyclists on this supported ride!
Flyer: http://www.hcs.harvard.edu/huca/H2H_flyer2008.pdf
BikeReg: http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=7090