Trail Ramblings: Happy New Year! Get To Know Our New Board President, Jake Miller
I have been commuting by bike full time for almost 2 years now. Before that, I commuted by bike part time for about 4 years. In 2020 I sold my …
Trail Ramblings: Really, It’s Not That Bad Out.
I’ve spilled a lot of virtual ink over the years assuring people winter can be a good time for riding your bike, if you’re prepared. On that note, I’m linking …
Trail Ramblings: How Familiar Are You With Cargo Bikes?
The trend here started slowly over the last few years, then picked up speed with the rise in gasoline prices. Cargo bikes as delivery vehicles have finally been gaining some …
Trail Ramblings: Are You An Advocate For Bicycling In Lincoln?
Here in our own corner of the Midwest, riding our wonderful trails and roads, it can be easy to forget about what riding in other places is like. That is, …
Trail Ramblings: What Do You Know About Bike Buses?
It’s widely recognized that active transportation of children to school, meaning those riding bikes and walking, has dropped precipitously. In 1969 48% did it, in 2009, it was 14%. There …
Trail Ramblings: A Little Of This And That.
This week I’m sharing two articles about making cities safer for cycling that I’ve found interesting. Also, Global Fat Bike Day is this Saturday, December 3, so ride ’em if …
Trail Ramblings: Geeking Out Improves Cycling.
Our Own Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Department has earned Lincoln more bike-friendly credentials by winning the League of American Cyclists 2022 “Bikes Count” data competition. Take a moment to geek out …
Trail Ramblings: Never Mind How To Dress, How Do You Ride In It?
Last week I revisited how to dress for cold weather commuting. Remember, there is no bad weather, only bad clothing. This week, I want to revisit the best article I’ve …
Trail Ramblings: Give Cold-Weather Cycling A Try.
I’ve noticed there seem to be more people out riding this November than in years past. It’s easy with the mild temperatures we’ve had, but what about when the temps …
Trail Ramblings: Do You Know What You Need To About Lights?
The weather is still fine for riding, but sunlight is in increasingly shorter supply. Nebraska law requires reflectors, and for lights to be visible at 500 feet one-half hour before …