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Speedlinking 7 March 2012

“I will try to show my fellow traveler, be they on the road or on this journey that is this life; respect and common courtesy. Even though it is entirely possible they will not show me the same.” –Dave Moulton

Dahon Boardwalk: Rust-In-Pieces

My bike broke. Completely in half. While I was riding it. This was not fun.

Speedlinking 8 October 2010

“The people I used to cycle with have all passed away, and I go too slow for the younger guys.” –Jack Thacker, 97 years old this month and still riding…

Speedlinking 19 April 2010

“There is overwhelming evidence when children walk or cycle to school they are better off physically and in terms of their social and emotional wellbeing” –Todd Harper, VicHealth.

Speedlinking 21 July 2009

“Cycling which was yesterday the fad of the few is to-day the pastime of the many; it has brought wealth to the wayside town and village, has given a new industry to the country, and by taking the place of more expensive forms of locomotion has facilitated in various ways the carrying on of trade.” –The Lancet, July 11, 1896.

Speedlinking 3 July 2009

“An hour spent gardening is more likely to result in injury than the same time spent cycling. So remember, next time you step outside to clip the hedge, beware of the risks you are running!” –CTC’s policy coordinator Chris Peck

Speedlinking 25 June 2009

“Cycling is becoming a legitimate form of transport”–Tim Pallas, Minister for Roads and Ports, Victoria

Fun above the fold

Bikes are fun. Somehow, folding bikes are even funner.

Speedlinking 11 March 2009

“Why is 5-10 seconds so precious out of your life that you are willing to sacrifice mine for it?” –splork on HubPages

Speedlinking 1 February 2009

“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