Archive for February 2019
Boston Bike Story: Edwin & Francisco Johnson
In a first for the Boston Bike Story project, we’re spotlighting two riders this week: Edwin Johnson, and his son, Francisco. And in another first, we’re providing bilingual interviews so…
Read MoreThe Union Rider: February 2019
Volunteer Appreciation Night , Ghost Bike Ceremony for Paula Sharaga, Bos/treal and more!
Read MoreEndorse the Cambridge Cycling Safety Ordinance!
The following action alert comes from our friends at Cambridge Bicycle Safety, and concerns a legally binding ordinance that, if passed, would require the City of Cambridge to build more…
Read MoreSupport West Roxbury Bike Safety Improvements!
This Wednesday, February 27, elected officials will hold a public meeting to discuss ways to improve road safety for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers in West Roxbury. The meeting comes after…
Read MoreNo More Ghost Bikes
Dear friend, This is a letter I wish I did not have to write. How many ghost bikes must it take? How many lives need to be lost on our…
Read MoreBoston Bike Story: Angela Lou
I started biking recreationally when I was 5 years old, but more recently started commuting. I bike daily to Dorchester where I work as a BPS teacher. It’s about 4…
Read MoreBoston Bike Budget: Sign up to meet with your City Councilor
As Boston begins to develop its budget for the next fiscal year, now is our chance to make sure that the City allocates the necessary resources to build new infrastructure…
Read MoreBoston Bike Story: Martha Merson
I have lots of bike stories because I’ve been biking all over since 1992. A Lot of people say, ‘Oh I wouldn’t bike. I’m afraid of being hit,’ but I…
Read MoreBoston Bike Story: Nubia
“Me gusta andar en BlueBikes para pasear o ir a comer con amigos. Lo uso porque no tengo carro y porque es más rápido que ir en bus. Normalmente ando…
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