archives

Archive for October, 2007

But I’m on your side!

I found myself in the relatively unusual role of motorist today, which allowed me to experience an interaction with a cyclist from behind the wheel.

Speedlinking 26 October 2007

Nothing has happened here since my last efforts, so it must be safe for me to speedlink…

Speedlinking 19 October 2007

I haven’t had a brake problem in two days, so it must be safe for me to speedlink…

Eastlink: Dandenong Creek trail upgrade – complete!!

The upgrade to the Dandenong Creek trail in Koomba Park, as part of the Eastlink construction, is finally complete and the new path is a significant improvement on the old gravel track.

Copenhagen lanes: Not safe

The “Copenhagen-style” bike lanes in Swanston Street are nowhere near as safe as you might think.

Sheldon Brown rules

Sheldon Brown saves the day. Yet again.

Speedlinking 12 October 2007

I haven’t broken a fingernail since my last efforts, so it must be safe for me to speedlink…

One more bike, no fewer cars?

Does one more bike = one less car? Not necessarily, it seems…

Scratching the surface of bike paths

It’s odd the things that come to mind while you’re commuting by bike. Lately I’ve been thinking about path surfaces. I don’t know why…