We were recently contacted with the following question Could any of the seasoned bike to work group provide some suggestions on how they are dealing with this crappy summer weather? I’m sure we all feel like we’ve been living in Seattle for the last month. So what are you doing to deal with it? Any… read more
News Archive
House Passes H5074
The RI House passed, what can now best be called an “Unsafe Passing Bill”, this past Saturday. You can read the entire bill (pdf format) online. Apparently, the bill was ammended on the floor of the House before passage, but, as of yet, we have been unable to determine what exactly these changes were. In… read more
Energy Independence Day
It’s time to start telling the rest of the nation what many of us already know… bicycling is probably the most energy efficient mode of transportation available today! This Sunday, July 5th, there is an Energy Independence Day celebration being held in Portsmouth, RI. It would be great if we could have a strong contigent… read more
U.K. launches $8M plan to aid cyclists (06/25/2009)
From today’s ClimateWire: Britain’s Transportation chief announced plans yesterday to provide better cycling facilities at major railway stations around the United Kingdom. The $8.2 million fund will allow for the creation of 10 terminals that provide improved cycling facilities for commuters, including better storage space and specialist shops. “I want to see every major station… read more
Recycle-A-Bike Bike Yard Sale
Looking for a new-to-you bike? The crew over at Recycle-A-Bike is having a yard sale this Saturday, from 10am – 4pm. Here’s the full scoop: Bike Yard Sale this Saturday, 6/27 10 AM – 4 PM (weather permitting) at The Steel Yard (27 Sims Ave. – map). Rain date is 7/11, 10 AM – 4… read more
Help Pass No-Texting Bill
From Barry Schiller: The RI General Assembly may be going into its last week but there is still a chance to pass a bill to enhance safety for bicyclists and other roadway users by banning text-messaging while driving. A bill sponsored by Senator Sue Sosnowski, S204A, to do this has already overwhelmingly passed the State… read more
Downtown Providence Living Tour
On June 27th, from 12pm – 5pm The Providence Foundation is partnering with 7 different residential properties to showcase downtown Providence as a vibrant, walkable, bike friendly place to live! [They] are organizing a FREE Downtown Living Tour on Saturday, June 27th, from 12-5, with support from the Downtown Neighborhood Alliance and livedowncity.com. More details… read more
2nd Annual Frank’s Ride
On Sept. 4th, 2007, Frank Cabral was killed while cycling on RI-1. This nearby 25.5 mile safe loop celebrates his life and raises “share the road” awareness. Fun family event goes on rain or shine. Over 200 participants last year. Pre-registration strongly encouraged. Police stationed at crossings. When: Sunday, September 13th, 2009, rain or shine.… read more
Back to Basics
I had the misfortune of needing to commute by car a number of times last week. Having forgotten how much I detest sitting in traffic, I again questioned why anyone would choose to do this! It was a joy to be back on my bike this morning. Officially, I was leading one of the PBC… read more
Cellphone Bills Hung Up
At the beginning of the year, the House had two separate bills introduced. One would have banned text messaging while driving (H5021) and the other would have banned non-hands-free mobile phone and/or text messaging (H5022). In both cases, the House Corporations Committee has “recommended measure be held for further study”. In other words, the bills… read more
H5074 Update
The House Judiciary Committee recommended the passage of H5074 Sub-A yesterday. As such, you can finally read the Sub A version of the bill online. The bill will now go before the entire House. My understanding is that in most cases this just a formality, as the House members typically follow the recommendation of the… read more
Vulnerable Roadway User Bill Update
This afternoon, the House Judicary Committee was considering H5074. Dick and I stopped by the State House to show some support from the cycling community. Unfortunately, the bill being considered by the committee isn’t available online anywhere, so I can’t provide a pointer for everyone. We did manage to get our hands on a copy… read more