2011 Bicycling Account

The Public Works Department released the first edition of the Minneapolis Bicycle Account, highlighting bicycling accomplishments made over the past year. The report covers key topics including bicyclist traffic counts, safety improvements, new projects, innovative facilities, bike sharing, education and encouragement efforts, and new bicycle-related policies and ordinances. The Bicycling Account is set to be released on a biennial basis, alternating years with a Walking Account. The full report can be viewed on the City’s Bicycling website.

Winter Biking Tips

In Minneapolis, many bicyclists embrace the winter months by continuing to ride. If you are already biking, or considering winter biking, here are some tips for dealing with the snow, cold temperatures, and motorists. The Ambassadors are giving a talk about winter bicycling this Saturday at the Midtown Greenway Coalition’s Open House at the Midtown Bike Center. The talk is at 4:00 PM – come share your experiences! The Coalition will also be discussing streetcars along the Greenway at 3:00, and you can stay for an Open House and Happy Hour from 5 – 6:30.

Happy Riding and Stay Warm,

City of Minneapolis Bicycle Program

UC Santa Barbara seems to really like their Dero Fixit Public Bike Repair Stands.

Here is the original post  UC Santa Barbara Installs New Bicycle Repair Stations from the Santa Barbara Independent.

As reported in the Huff Post –Green, Minneapolis gets high marks for biking and walking.

Minneapolis biking is up 16% from 2010 and is ranked #9 in walkability for big US cities (2nd to Chicago for Midwestern cities.

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