We Need Protected Bike Lanes Now

We Need Protected Bike Lanes Now

Here’s another installment of PeopleforBikes’ excellent research-based talking points to support bicycling. As a rule of thumb, if something’s not going to be comfortable for people of all ages and abilities to ride, then don’t build it. For decades, U.S. traffic...
Speak Up! for Smart Transportation Planning

Speak Up! for Smart Transportation Planning

The Coalition for Smarter Growth (CSG) has reminded us that the regional Transportation Planning Board (TPB) is accepting public comment through June 30 on projects to be included the region’s long-range transportation plan, Visualize 2050. The TPB survey gives riders...
Better Infrastructure Means More Biking

Better Infrastructure Means More Biking

This post is a continuation of our sharing of PeopleforBikes’ excellent research-based talking points to support bicycling. These are strong arguments for advocates of better bicycling. Ask most people why they don’t bike and they’ll likely name safety as a key...
Bicycling is Good for the Planet

Bicycling is Good for the Planet

Over the new few weeks, we will be highlighting PeopleforBikes’ excellent research-based talking points to support bicycling. Share them with friends and neighbors to show why you bike and why more bike infrastructure and bike-friendly policies are good for everyone...
It’s Now Easy to Recycle E-Bike Batteries

It’s Now Easy to Recycle E-Bike Batteries

E-bikes have been growing in popularity for years now because they are great at helping us replace car trips, reduce our carbon footprint, and, for many, access the joys of bicycling. For some of the earlier models, however, the lithium ion batteries powering them may...