Bike Czar
The Heart of New Milwaukee
The Menomonee Valley's renaissance personifies how Milwaukee is becoming a new city -- without losing its roots.
Apr 18th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeGovernor Signs Vulnerable User Bill
Bill to protect bikers and pedestrians and a separate bill allowing biking on state trails after 11 p.m. were both passed by legislature.
Apr 11th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeWatered-Down Bill Protecting Bicyclists Passes
Tougher bill to protect bicyclists and pedestrians had broad bipartisan support but a few Republicans prevented passage.
Apr 4th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeWill New York’s Bike Share System Survive?
It's hugely popular and cheaper than other transit, but Mayor De Blasio opposes subsidy. Could that have ripple effect on other cities?
Mar 28th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeWhat Kind of Weather Shuts You Down?
I ride no matter what, but even bike meccas like Copenhagen have fewer riders in winter. When and why do you stop riding?
Mar 21st, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeWill Supreme Court Ruling Close Bike Trails?
Decision on ownership of railroad right of ways could affect bike trails in Wisconsin and nationally.
Mar 14th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeThe Growth in Air Travelers Arriving by Bike
They laughed when a bike rack was installed at Mitchell Airport, but on some days it's nearly full.
Mar 7th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeThe Amazing Sea Caves of Apostle Islands
You can bicycle nearly all the way to the caves and a spectacular natural show.
Feb 28th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeCity Agrees to Plow Hank Aaron Trail
Finally some progress. How my advocacy with state and city officials paid off.
Feb 7th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeHer Third Drunk Driving Kills Elderly Biker
The plague of drunk driving threatens all of us, but legislators won't toughen the laws.
Jan 31st, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeThe Ultimate Winter Commuter Bike
More progress -- and more tips for bikers -- in my eternal quest for the perfect winter bike.
Jan 24th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeArrest Those Who Bike in Winter, Mayor Says
Comments from Watertown, NY official raise serious issues about how bikers are treated, including in Wisconsin.
Jan 17th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske