“Whenever you decide to drive or take public transport, you will feel a deep sense of regret at the first cyclist you see enjoying their ride.” –John the Monkey
“I noticed that I woke up each day energized and ready to go. I noticed that I was still sharp and productive throughout the day and into the night. I noticed a transition from being tired after riding… to being tired if I didn’t ride! It was at that point that I ‘discovered’ pedalocity.” –Michael Sicurello, Well On Earth
“Cycling provides economic benefit in terms of improved public health, reduced levels of traffic congestion and greenhouse gas emissions, as well as reductions in expenditure on transport fuel. These benefits accrue most readily when the bicycle is used as a substitute for car journeys.” –Cycling Promotion Fund
I haven’t been caught in public with my pants down since my last effort, so it must be safe for me to speedlink…
Some recommended routes for exploring Melbourne by bike.
Some thought-provoking commentary on transportation alternatives from the editor of AutoSpeed.
When it’s finally fixed, the Solway St Bridge will have been closed for over a year…
What’s the economic value of a rail trail to the surrounding community? While it might be hard to estimate accurately, the consensus seems to be that they’re a good thing locally.
Here’s an idea - the next time you hear some ridiculously large figure ask “How much is that in bicycles?”
The Herald Sun reports on a commuter challenge - over my commute route - that had the bike 11 minutes faster than the car.
Two professors of economics present opposing views on traffic congestion in Melbourne
An article in The Economist outlines the decline in bike courier numbers.
Recently the Sydney Morning Herald has been sending mixed messages about road use in Australia’s largest city.