While we’re carrying on about state park closings, transportation funding inequities, and budget deficits, there are a handful of bills currently in the California legislature that may have a direct impact on bicyclists in the Golden State.
White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs apparently rides a bicycle, if this Tweet from him is any indication.
Will the US DOT recent policy change giving equal weight for multiple transportation modes result in ‘economic catastrophe’?
US Transportation Secretary Ray Lahood’s March 15 policy announcement favoring bicycle transportation received a lot of favorable press from bike wonks like you and I. The National Association of Manufacturers fears the impact this policy could have on “the efficient movement of freight.” (more…)
After a series of cyclist fatalities in 2008, the city of Huntsville planned Alabama’s first ever bicycle awareness program in 2009. Huntsville’s bicycle program has been halted after the Alabama Department of Transportation rescinded the $197,000 grant to fund this program. (more…)
This interview with Lance is a year old but is fascinating because it’s as much about business, politics and social media as about cycling. Nonetheless there’s plenty for race fans to obssess over.