Monthly Archives: July 2010

July Bike Party Photos

I had other plans tonight but had about an hour free so I hit the start of tonight’s San Jose Bike Party.

Nicolas Sarkozy rides a bicycle

French President Nicolas Sarkozy rides his bicycle with bodyguards a day after Bastille Day celebrations in Paris.

Andy Schleck photo caption contest

Thanks for the all the great entries! Comments are now closed on this post. We’ll pick a winner this week so stay tuned! This photo of a smiling Andy Schleck and his friend deserves a caption. $20 Amazon Gift Certificate for whoever can write the best caption.

Bike lanes, bike bans, bike paths, bike bells

Happy Friday! I think those of us who ride on a mix of roads and bike facilities already know that bike lanes seem to encourage more dangerous passing behavior by motorists. A study by Leeds and Bolton universities in England backs this up: Researchers mounted a camcorder on the rear rack of a bicycle and read more »

An open letter from Reed Bates

(The following is posted in its entirety……….Ed) Dear friends, I am sorry for the long delay in updating you all about my legal status and situation. I have allowed myself to be distracted and I have neglected you. I shall aim to avoid allowing it to happen again. Thank you for your forbearance.

Dan’s tips for cycling advocacy

I published this interview with Bicycle Colorado director Dan Grunig back in 2007. There have been some changes since then (Bicycle Colorado has grown, Thunderhead Alliance is now “The Alliance for Biking and Walking”) but Dan’s advice on getting involved with local advocacy still holds true. I intended this to be the start of a read more »