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Bike Valet Puts Cyclists First

Bike Valet Puts Cyclists First

By Becky Striepe on May 7, 2012

Have you ever ridden your bike to an event only to find that there’s nowhere to lock it up? Bike valets to the rescue!

Category: Cars+Tranportation, Innovation | Tags: alternative transportation, bike valet, bikes, cycling, transportation

Reader Tips: Cycling Etiquette

Reader Tips: Cycling Etiquette

By Becky Striepe on October 8, 2010

We talked not too long ago about how cycling etiquette can make the road safer for bikes and for drivers, and you guys had some great comments to add!

Category: Living | Tags: alternative transportation, bicycle, bike, bike safety, cycling, transportation

Urban Cycling Etiquette

Urban Cycling Etiquette

By Becky Striepe on September 22, 2010

Cycling is a great way to stay fit, save money, and reduce carbon emissions. Unfortunately, whether you’re commuting to work or running errands on the weekend, interacting with cars on the road is often stressful for everyone involved.

There’s almost a combative vibe between motorists and cyclists, and I don’t think it has to be that way. In order for everyone to make their trips safely, I think there are a few key bits of etiquette that would make all of the difference.

Category: Living, News+Opinion | Tags: alternative transportation, bicycle etiquette, bicycles, bike, cycling, transportation

New Smart Wheel Makes Cycling Easier

New Smart Wheel Makes Cycling Easier

By Becky Striepe on August 25, 2010

Ever huffed and puffed your way up a steep hill, or worse yet had to hop off and walk your bike because pedaling just wasn’t cutting it on that incline? A new smart wheel might mean the end of those moments and help encourage more folks to use bikes for transportation.

Category: Concept+Design, Innovation | Tags: alternative transportation, bicycles, bikes, Copenhagen Wheel, cycling, transportation

Safety is Key to True Walkability

Safety is Key to True Walkability

By Becky Striepe on August 24, 2010

We can talk about urban density, city planning, and walkability all we want. If folks don’t feel safe, it’s going to be much harder to get them out of their cars.

Category: Cars+Tranportation, News+Opinion | Tags: alternative transportation, safety, sustainability, transportation, walkability, walking

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