Archive for August 2011
If bikes were at war with cars, we'd all lose
A note from executive director Pete Stidman A lot of ink has been spilt in the Boston Herald lately in an apparent attempt to generate a “war” between cyclists and motorists. The reporter is tapping into a curious resentment some drivers feel when they see cyclists doing things they’re not allowed to do themselves, and…
Read MoreDCR hatches plan to link South Boston to the Blue Hills via bike path by 2013
The MBTA and the Department of Conservation and Recreation said last week that they have found a way that a proposed bike path could safely cross the Mattapan High Speed Line into Mattapan Square, after over a month of negotiations. If this solution is well-accepted, the agency would apply for a $10 million federal stimulus…
Read MoreA quick word on helmets for the novices among you
By Dan Pugatch With all the new riders out there taking advantage of the new Hubway bike share system, I thought it would be a good time to bring up an old topic. Wearing a helmet is a choice in the city of Boston, but it’s a choice that might save your life someday. Unfortunately,…
Read MoreBCU First Annual Meeting!
The Boston Cyclists Union is holding its first Annual Meeting on August 25th from 7pm-9pm at 26 West Street, Boston 02111. There will be hors d’oeuvres, beer, drinks, and a raffle full of fabulous bike prizes. We’ll briefly share with you the work you’ve made possible so far and the goals we all share for…
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