Adventure Cycling Association’s Post

Safety is the main reason people have told me they don’t ride. well kudos to CDOT for working on improving safety. Now time for people to respond. 39% of car trips in chicago (CDOT figure) are < 2 miles. think about that next time you are sitting in traffic: 4 out of 10 cars around you are driving what would be a 30 minute walk or < 20 minute bike. In fact, I ride to the office in 15-18 minutes but the few times I have driven take 20+ min. so save some time, reduce air and noise pollution, avoid traffic, get active and see the city in all her glory (not behind glass) and always, when you are in traffic, you can’t complain about traffic, because you are the traffic. be the change not the complain

In the latest episode of The War on Cars we take on John Forester and vehicular cycling. Forester, the father of vehicular cycling, died in 2020 and was a major figure in the the world of cycling advocacy and transportation policy. His influence shaped street design and bicycle policy in the United States for decades. His 1976 book, "Effective Cycling," is part guidebook, part encyclopedia, and part polemic and explains why cyclists should not be afraid to ride not just in traffic, but as traffic. Throughout the book, Forester dismisses anyone who might be afraid of taking the lane with fast-moving cars and trucks as suffering from what he calls the “cyclist inferiority complex” and asserts that only a strict adherence to the principles of vehicular cycling can keep everyone safe. Who was John Forester? What is vehicular cycling? Why are we talking about a book that was published almost fifty years ago? We break it all down. This is part one of a two-part episode. Part two will be released in two weeks. Patreon subscribers get the entire thing right now. https://lnkd.in/gf8dhUh8

Dutch Innovation in Portland: Countdown Timers for Safer Cycling! 🚦 Did you know that TNL brought Dutch-style countdown timers all the way to Portland, Oregon? Through a collaboration with the Dutch Cycling Embassy, we delivered the same timers used in the Netherlands to improve the cycling experience in America's cycling capital! Peter Koonce, Division Manager for Signals at the Portland Bureau of Transportation, shared how these timers are helping to enhance safety and efficiency for cyclists in Portland. With positive results, these solutions could be expanded across the U.S. to make cycling safer and more intuitive. Are you curious about how Dutch innovations can transform American cities? Learn more about our efforts and how we are driving change in U.S. transportation infrastructure. https://lnkd.in/gbCuyjd5 #CyclingInnovation #SmartMobility Technolution #DutchCycling #SustainableCities #GoDutch

France invests Exactly what the speedpedelec needs: cycling infrastructure. Next step is less legislation or at least in favour of the speedpedelec.

Municipal governments have basically required car ownership to have any quality of life in Canada and this contributes massively to the corporate profit crisis (or unaffordability crisis for those who want to make this an individuals problem and not a systemic one). If city leaders pretend to care even a little about affordability, investing in public transit and alternate transportation networks would be a top priority everywhere. Electric, 4-wheeled vehicles will do nothing to change this. Massively reducing the requirement of car ownership will #ottawa #canada #electricvehicles #ebikes

Do you always say hello to other cyclists on the road? EMBRACING THE CYCLING COMMUNITY: "NOT TOO PRO TO SAY HELLO" There’s something magical about the open road, the rhythmic turning of pedals, and the wind against your face as you cruise on two wheels. Cycling isn’t just a sport or a mode of transport; it’s a lifestyle, a passion, and for many, a community. Yet, amidst this community, a curious phenomenon has emerged: the silent cyclist. You’ve seen them. You may even be one of them. The cyclists who ride past without so much as a nod or a wave. It’s as if acknowledging a fellow rider is a sign of weakness, a mark of the amateur. But we believe it’s time to change that narrative. That’s why we launched our new cycling cap with a bold statement: "Not too pro to say hello." BREAKING THE SILENCE The idea behind this message is simple yet powerful. Cycling is a universal language spoken around the world. Whether you’re riding in the bustling streets of New York, the serene countryside of France, or the winding roads of Flanders, there’s an unspoken bond among cyclists. However, too often, this bond is left unspoken. When you greet another cyclist, it’s more than just a friendly gesture. It’s an acknowledgment of shared passion and effort. A simple wave, a nod, or even just raising a finger from the handlebars can bridge the gap between strangers and reinforce the sense of community that makes cycling special. #NotTooProToSayHello #CyclingCulture #CyclingCommunity Read our blog post: https://lnkd.in/e3GQ2iJB

This clear article summarizes it all. Thanks, Dave McLaughlin, BA, MES, RPP. Reading this I realized again, these are not ‘simple’ obstacles, they are serious problems to be solved! A well designed city facilitates active mobility. This article highlights ‘urban pioneers’ overcoming serious design flaws. Meanwhile risking life and limb! ‘Despite obstacles, from storage to weather to inconsistent infrastructure, car-free parents say commuting by bike is not just fun and more sustainable, but makes their lives easier, as the rising costs of car ownership and stifling congestion make driving less and less appealing.’ Also, in the comments, as sort of a sideline, but very significant contribution, the savings of up to $14k annually sunk costs, reducing a car per household, are mentioned. I do not see the reduction of the famous ‘hidden costs’ being mentioned, as these brave people try to change their local world for the better, into a ‘liveable urban area an - city’!

Do you always say hello to other cyclists on the road? EMBRACING THE CYCLING COMMUNITY: "NOT TOO PRO TO SAY HELLO" There’s something magical about the open road, the rhythmic turning of pedals, and the wind against your face as you cruise on two wheels. Cycling isn’t just a sport or a mode of transport; it’s a lifestyle, a passion, and for many, a community. Yet, amidst this community, a curious phenomenon has emerged: the silent cyclist. You’ve seen them. You may even be one of them. The cyclists who ride past without so much as a nod or a wave. It’s as if acknowledging a fellow rider is a sign of weakness, a mark of the amateur. But we believe it’s time to change that narrative. That’s why we launched our new cycling cap with a bold statement: "Not too pro to say hello." BREAKING THE SILENCE The idea behind this message is simple yet powerful. Cycling is a universal language spoken around the world. Whether you’re riding in the bustling streets of New York, the serene countryside of France, or the winding roads of Flanders, there’s an unspoken bond among cyclists. However, too often, this bond is left unspoken. When you greet another cyclist, it’s more than just a friendly gesture. It’s an acknowledgment of shared passion and effort. A simple wave, a nod, or even just raising a finger from the handlebars can bridge the gap between strangers and reinforce the sense of community that makes cycling special. #NotTooProToSayHello #CyclingCulture #CyclingCommunity Read our blog post: https://lnkd.in/e6ymPQ2a