Bike Czar

• The Worst Law Breakers on the Road

  Apr 26th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

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

• Bicycle Lobbyists Hit the State Capitol

  Apr 19th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

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

• Year’s First Fatality, Bicyclist Hit by SUV

  Apr 12th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

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

• Fun Exhibition for Milwaukee Bikeshare

  Mar 29th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

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

• How to Deliver 500,000 Packages

  Mar 22nd, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

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

• Will Chicago’s Bike-Friendly Policies Steal Jobs from Seattle?

  Mar 15th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

  New high-tech companies and their workers want bike-friendly cities, and Chicago is out to beat Portland and Seattle in that regard.

• Feast or Famine

  Mar 8th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

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

• Three Novels About Bicyclists

  Mar 1st, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

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

• Bigger State Pie, But Smaller Slice for Bikes

  Feb 22nd, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

  Gov. Walker grabs $38 million in federal money meant for bikes to hike his highways budget even higher.

• You Bike When It’s 5 Below?!

  Feb 15th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

  Here's the best clothing and gear to wear in polar weather. But you might get tired of people asking you about it.

• A Fiscal Shell Game

  Feb 8th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

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

• The Problem with Icy Trails

  Feb 1st, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske

  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.