Tag: infrastructure
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Biking Infrastructure: Just a Little Bit Helps
Here in Pacific Northwest we often hear about how our state or local government cares about bikers and biking is “a fully supported mode of transportation.” Of course in most cases this is no more than bunch of politicians pandering to perceived public opinion on the matter, but what I want to talk about are…
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How to Improve Safety Biking by Picking the Right Road Infrastructure
Some people automatically decide biking is not for them because of safety concerns. However, the same people often don’t think twice about the risks of taking a car to go to work, school, or run an errand multiple times a day. Being in a car can be one of the most dangerous actions we do…
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Is it Acceptable to Bike on the Sidewalk?
There are times it just doesn’t feel safe biking on the road. There might be cars moving at fast speeds, limited or no bike lane, or other hazards. Our view is that you should always trust your intuition and don’t hesitate to take the sidewalk. In Oregon, it is generally allowable by law to ride…