Bike Czar
Fatal Crash in Minocqua Kills Bicyclist
Motorist initially charged with negligent homicide, but that has been dropped to inattentive driving, though investigation is not completed.
Oct 31st, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Tosa Installs First Bike Box in Metro Area
They make busy intersections safer for bikes and cars. Will Milwaukee install some?
Oct 24th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Will County Simplify Trail Permit Requirements?
The Bike Federation requests a simpler permit process for Oak Leaf and other trails, and county staff seem open to suggestions.
Oct 12th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Milwaukee Quietly Adds Buffered Bike Lanes
The changes on south 2nd are welcome, but when will the city start creating protected bike lanes?
Oct 3rd, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Wauwatosa Goes Green With Bike Lanes
Wauwatosa turns North Avenue into a bicycle paradise with green lanes and bike boxes.
Sep 27th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
New Bike Trails and Ride Rules
A rundown of new bicycle amenities. And permits are now required for group rides on area trails.
Sep 19th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
The Silver Bullet for Bicycle Safety
What has the power to improve traffic flow, drive up property values, reduce the number of crashes, and increase the number of cyclists?
Sep 12th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Long Live the Polish Moon Ride!
A great turnout, a beautiful foggy night, and fun polka and Mexican music -- the ride was a big success and will surely grow in coming years.
Aug 29th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Is Bicycling the New Golf?
Business leaders are dropping the clubs and pedaling for charity.
Aug 22nd, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
What Do Bicycles Do At Crosswalks?
The Bike Czar explains what cyclists, drivers and pedestrians should do when they encounter a crosswalk.
Aug 15th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
$13 Million in TAP Grants Awarded
Funding for 27 bicycle and pedestrian projects will go to communities statewide, including Milwaukee.
Aug 8th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
A Guide to Bike Sharrows
West Allis just installed some. You find them all over. How do they differ from bike lanes and how should they be used?
Aug 1st, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
