Bike Czar
The Worst Law Breakers on the Road
Autos, pedestrians and bicyclists all break the laws, but studies show automobile drivers do it the most.
Apr 26th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeBicycle Lobbyists Hit the State Capitol
More than 100 advocates met with legislators and pushed for pro-bicycle policies. Will it have an impact?
Apr 19th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeYear’s First Fatality, Bicyclist Hit by SUV
Bicyclists continue to be killed by negligent drivers, which is why Wisconsin needs a Vulnerable User Law.
Apr 12th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeFun Exhibition for Milwaukee Bikeshare
Poster art by a nationally known illustrator and cycling enthusiast helps raise money for Bike Share program.
Mar 29th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeHow to Deliver 500,000 Packages
Breakaway Bicycle Couriers, celebrating its 15th anniversary, has had a huge impact on local bike culture.
Mar 22nd, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeWill Chicago’s Bike-Friendly Policies Steal Jobs from Seattle?
New high-tech companies and their workers want bike-friendly cities, and Chicago is out to beat Portland and Seattle in that regard.
Mar 15th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeFeast or Famine
The quickly changeable March weather is a test. Some days everyone is biking. Other days almost no one.
Mar 8th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeThree Novels About Bicyclists
Cycling novels are on the rise. Three good reads I can recommend.
Mar 1st, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeBigger State Pie, But Smaller Slice for Bikes
Gov. Walker grabs $38 million in federal money meant for bikes to hike his highways budget even higher.
Feb 22nd, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeYou Bike When It’s 5 Below?!
Here's the best clothing and gear to wear in polar weather. But you might get tired of people asking you about it.
Feb 15th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeA Fiscal Shell Game
Legislators will likely transfer $500 million from the general fund to the transportation fund, yet bicycle funding will still get cut.
Feb 8th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeThe Problem with Icy Trails
The city and county do a much better job of plowing and clearing streets than bike trails. That won't change until bikers start complaining.
Feb 1st, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske