Bike Czar
A Little Ride on the Beach
Riding south from Port Washington along the Lake Michigan beach made for a great Sunday expedition.
Jul 19th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeBikes Can’t Lose in Cities
They're cheaper, require less spending by cities than on cars, and are often faster. Expect ever-more bicyclists in Milwaukee.
Jul 12th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeTexting 20-Year-Old Convicted of Homicide
The bicyclist was killed. The crash has lessons for both automobile drivers and bicyclists.
Jul 5th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeThe Joys of Jogging?
For the first time in 15 years, I jogged to work rather than biking. It made me see how tough on the muscles it must be for first-time bikers.
Jun 28th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeSee the World with a Folding Bike
I packed my $65 folding bike on the Amtrak, got off in Chicago and cycled everywhere.
Jun 21st, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeNo Charges in Fatal New Berlin Crash
Waukesha DA says teen pedaled into road without stopping.
Jun 14th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeFourth Bicyclist This Year Killed
Meanwhile the law continues to offer little protection for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Jun 7th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeFatal Crashes Remind us to Drive and Bike Carefully
Crashes that took the lives of Stephen Rader and Brittany Barnstable remind Wisconsinites to be extra vigilant around vulnerable users of the road.
May 31st, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeWisconsin Declines in National Bike Rankings
Since 2010, we've dropped from 2nd most bike-friendly state to 8th place. State funding cuts are main reason.
May 24th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeNew Bike Trails Coming to Milwaukee
Three Bridges Park and the extension of the KK bike trail will bring excitement -- and great biking opportunities -- to the city.
May 17th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeHow Bike Messengers Break the Laws
Everyone, including police, tolerate it because law firms and other customers need their documents delivered as quickly as possible.
May 10th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeScofflaws Defend Themselves
Bicyclists and motorists who break the laws defend themselves. Are they right?
May 3rd, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske