Bike Facilities

1.19.2007


Cycle path safety: A summary of research "This list is intended to be without bias, but little evidence has been found to suggest that cyclists are safer on paths than on roads."


8.09.2006


The Bridges of WinnipegArticle on the Main/Norwood bridge consultations.


8.02.2006

12.04.2004


ProBicycle: Bicycle Advocacy BY Bicyclists - FOR Bicyclists A pro-vehicular-cycling advocacy website.


5.08.2004


NPR : Commentary: Bicycle Thieves' Essential Role Bicycle Thieves make cycling safer?


4.22.2004


KKBP's October 2001 Political Bicycling Survey (Helmet laws get very low rating):

"Question 15. Which would do the most towards making bicycling safer in your area:

2 cyclist(s) or 1% No opinion or none of the following.

20 cyclist(s) or 10% Better enforcement of motorist traffic violations.

55 cyclist(s) or 28% Better education for motorists.

25 cyclist(s) or 13% Better roads.

57 cyclist(s) or 29% More bikeways or bikelanes.

29 cyclist(s) or 15% Better education for cyclists.

8 cyclist(s) or 4% Better enforcement of cyclist traffic violations.

0 cyclist(s) or 0% Better helmet laws.

3 cyclist(s) or 2% Better enforcement of current helmet laws."


Note the very low rating on helmet laws.


8.14.2003


Saint Paul Neighorhood Energy Consortium THey run a bike tour like th e5-borough or the Tour de L'Ile


8.01.2003


Where Canadians work and how they get there: Commuter data from the 2001 Census


4.12.2003


Better World Club - Bicycle roadside assistance An interesting idea whose time has come! "Better World Club will supply this service nationwide. It works just the same as our reliable emergency roadside assistance program for auto-mobiles. We'll take you and your bike to the nearest repair facility, or home, within 30 miles from pick up."


4.11.2003


Transportation Research E-Circular, Number E-C019 mobility friendly street standards delaware


11.19.2002


Bicycle Transportation Systems - The future of rapid transportation. BTS's Transglide 2000™ bicycle transit system increases urban mobility at a fraction of the costs of traditional modes of urban mass transportation.. "BTS's Transglide 2000™ bicycle transit system increases urban mobility at a fraction of the costs of traditional modes of urban mass transportation."


10.10.2002


Transportation Facilities Planning Branch Branch Head:Roman Manastersky, P. Eng.
Street Planning Engineer: Neil Myska, P. Eng.
Transportation Facilities Planning Technician: Gerry Wilson
This branch's responsibilities include:
Roadway design
Right-of-way management
Transportation projects development
Bicycle facilities planning and programming
Streets additions/improvements program


9.17.2002


Manitoba TRANSPORTATION PLANNING MANUAL Includes paved shoulder specs.


5.30.2002


Coalition for Active Living Sport Mb is a member. Goal: "Working to make sure that the environments where Canadians live, learn, work and play support regular physical activity."


5.29.2002


The Cycling Mayor The mayor of Chicago talks the talk and walks the walk (so to speak).


5.15.2002


Manitoba Recreational Trails Assoc "The Manitoba Recreational Trail Association (MRTA) is a registered non-profit charitable provincial association which exists to assist local trail associations with trail development and related issues in Manitoba. The MRTA is responsible for the development of the Trans Canada Trail in our province. We have a volunteer board, a Trails Co-ordinator and one other full time staff member. For the next three years, the Board will be administering the Provincial Millenium Funds that have been made available to build and promote recreational trails in Manitoba."


5.10.2002


The Economic Benefits of Bicycle- and Pedestrian-based Tourism, and the Economic Impacts of Trail Development "Communities that embrace and encourage bicycle- and pedestrian-based tourism can expect these benefits:

Positive contribution on the local economy
An improvement in public health by providing opportunities for physical activity
Better air quality
Negligible impact upon the visual landscape
No-cost or low-cost improvements such as shoulders and restrooms that can aid all highway users, and
A scale of travel that can enhance the quality of life within the community."


PBIC Image Library "The PBIC has teamed with Walkable Communities, Inc. and the Institute of Transportation Engineers Pedestrian and Bicycle Council to bring you the Image Library, a searchable collection of over 1900 categorized images. Please feel free to use as many images as you'd like."


Survey Suggests Market-Based Vision of Smart Growth "When asked about the importance of 18 community amenities, the highest ranking features were (with percent ranking as important or very important): highway access, 44 percent; jogging/bike trails, 36 percent; sidewalks, 28 percent; parks, 26 percent; playgrounds, 21 percent, and shops within walking area, 19 percent."


5.02.2002


Listening to Bike Lanes: Abstract An excellent (and long) article on the bike lane controversy, focusing on the psychology of cycling. Effective Cyclists will also be interested. Supports "hybrid" lanes as suitable for low-speed zones.


BicycleSafe.com: How to Not Get Hit by Cars Good page on defensive cycling. Also see his problems with Effective Cycling.


De Clarke's Personal Opinion (isn't bisque beautiful?) De Clarke's take on the MHL issue. Very thorough exposition of a viewpoint that I -- for the mostpart-- embrace.


Bicycling Life Home Page Extensive site devoted exclusively to the everyday commuter cyclist.


Bicycle Commuter's Guide (The Politics of Two Wheels) by Fred Oswald, PE


Highway Safety Plan: Publications and Programs An excellent list of bicycle facilities and safety issues.


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