Bike Czar

Bike Czar: The Worst Law Breakers on the Road
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The Worst Law Breakers on the Road

Autos, pedestrians and bicyclists all break the laws, but studies show automobile drivers do it the most.

Bike Czar: Bicycle Lobbyists Hit the State Capitol
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Bicycle Lobbyists Hit the State Capitol

More than 100 advocates met with legislators and pushed for pro-bicycle policies. Will it have an impact?

Bike Czar: Year’s First Fatality, Bicyclist Hit by SUV
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Year’s First Fatality, Bicyclist Hit by SUV

Bicyclists continue to be killed by negligent drivers, which is why Wisconsin needs a Vulnerable User Law.

Bike Czar: Fun Exhibition for Milwaukee Bikeshare
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Fun Exhibition for Milwaukee Bikeshare

Poster art by a nationally known illustrator and cycling enthusiast helps raise money for Bike Share program.

Bike Czar: How to Deliver 500,000 Packages
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How to Deliver 500,000 Packages

Breakaway Bicycle Couriers, celebrating its 15th anniversary, has had a huge impact on local bike culture.

Bike Czar: Will Chicago’s Bike-Friendly Policies Steal Jobs from Seattle?
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Will 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.

Bike Czar: Feast or Famine
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Feast or Famine

The quickly changeable March weather is a test. Some days everyone is biking. Other days almost no one.

Bike Czar: Three Novels About Bicyclists
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Three Novels About Bicyclists

Cycling novels are on the rise. Three good reads I can recommend.

Bike Czar: Bigger State Pie, But Smaller Slice for Bikes
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Bigger 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.

Bike Czar: You Bike When It’s 5 Below?!
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You 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.

Bike Czar: A Fiscal Shell Game
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A Fiscal Shell Game

Legislators will likely transfer $500 million from the general fund to the transportation fund, yet bicycle funding will still get cut.

Bike Czar: The Problem with Icy Trails
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The 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.