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Reconstruction of Humboldt Blvd. is a Generational Opportunity
Latest plans from the city look good, but protections for bicyclists could make them great.
Feb 28th, 2020 by Dave Schlabowske
Governor Evers Announces Transportation Stakeholder Task Force
Together, this group will discuss the state’s critical transportation issues and seek solutions to these challenges.
Jan 30th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Biking Summit A Chance to Regain Momentum
Wisconsin has fallen from 2nd to 28th most bike-friendly state.
Mar 3rd, 2018 by Dave Schlabowske
17 Solid Blocks of Santas
Santa Cycle Rampage and 10th Annual Bike Bazaar coming. Be of good cheer and join.
Nov 29th, 2017 by Dave Schlabowske
Return of the Santa Rampage
It’s Santa Dave’s last rampage, on December 2nd.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Dave Schlabowske
One More Chequamegon Bike Trip
Dave Schlabowske leads his last trip before retiring from Bike Federation.
Oct 29th, 2017 by Dave Schlabowske
Gravel Roads Make Great Bike Trails
As we proved in our weekend trip from Butternut WI to Ironwood and the Upper Peninsula.
Oct 22nd, 2017 by Dave Schlabowske
Tosa Full Moon Ride a Glowing Success
Bike lanes, other citified changes making East Tosa an urban destination.
Aug 26th, 2016 by Dave Schlabowske
Riding a Bicycle IS Safe
Why the call for bicyclists to avoid highway is completely misguided.
Jul 1st, 2016 by Dave Schlabowske
Celebrate Wisconsin Bike Week with Mayor Tom Barrett, Alderpersons, the Wisconsin Bike Fed, and Bublr Bikes
Wisconsin Bike Week is June 6-12, 2016
Jun 3rd, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
Joys of the Yuba Spicy Curry
Not food, but a cool, long-tail cargo bike that's great for hauling stuff.
Jan 8th, 2016 by Dave Schlabowske
Santa Cycle Rampage is Dead. Not.
The old one is dead, new one organized for December 5. Long live the new Santa Cycle Rampage!
Nov 27th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Train Trip Reminds Us Why We Ride
This trip is a perfect example of why cycling is important to us.
May 22nd, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
New County Policy Discourages Biking Events
Use of parks and Oak Leaf Trail requires two-week notice and $250 non-refundable fee, even for free events. Bike Federation protests policy.
May 4th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Not Riding a Bicycle is Hazardous to Your Health
Even factoring in occasional traffic deaths for bicyclists, they live longer, healthier lives than automobile drivers.
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Farewell to a Lovely Winter
Spring is welcome, but I had so many wonderful experiences on fat bikes that I'll remember this winter fondly.
Mar 13th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Remember When Kids Didn’t Wear Helmets?
Four decades ago 50% of kids bicycled or walked to work. Today its 12%. Is our obsession with safety making kids fat?
Jan 30th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
More Protected Bike Lanes and Greenways Needed
2015 agenda by Bike Federation will push city for these and other improvements.
Jan 16th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Santa Cycle Rampage Goes National
Milwaukee had as many as 1,000 cycling Santas, and cities like Boston, Chicago, Kansas City and Minneapolis also had rampages.
Dec 12th, 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
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
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
What to Say When People Complain About Bicyclists
Studies consistently show drivers are at least twice as likely to break the rules of the road as bicyclists.
Jul 25th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Why We Ride
And why Wisconsin is such a wonderful place to tour by bicycle.
May 30th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
More Transit Funding Needed, Fitch Ratings Warns
Economy could suffer if governments don't recognize decline in driving and other trends that favor transit.
Apr 9th, 2014 by Angie Schmitt
The 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 Schlabowske
The History and Future of Santa Rampage
Could event become a victim of its own success? Organizers consider changes in format.
Dec 6th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Santa Cycle Rampage Rocks Out
The English Beat flew in from Britain to play and the turnout was great.
Dec 5th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Bike Share Launching in 2014
Phase I of bike share program will have at least 28 stations and 250 bikes, thanks to a federal grant.
Dec 4th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
Does Lakefront Still Lack a Vision?
Panelists at Discovery World conference debate plans and opportunities for Milwaukee's lakefront. A report with photos.
Oct 29th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Grand Opening of KK River Bike Trail
Despite rainy weather, Mayor Barrett and a host of politicians celebrated the new bike trail.
Oct 14th, 2013 by Urban Milwaukee
Grand Opening of KK River Bike Trail!
Celebration Saturday of newest part of trail whose origins go back more than a decade.
Oct 11th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Brewing as a Conceptual Art
Brenner Brewing has a ways to go before it functions as a working brewery. Plus: a fundraiser for the anti-Clarke candidate.
Sep 27th, 2013 by Michael Horne
City Wants Changes for Old Pizza Man Site
Proposed building is "too boxy" and "monolithic," Ald. Kovac and others on review board say.
Aug 22nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
Bike Fed’s Glossy Mag a Success
The quarterly magazine now publishes 8,000 copies and has lots of advertisers, another sign of Milwaukee's bike renaissance.
Aug 7th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Mayor Barrett Bikes to Work!
Mayor Barrett kicked off Bike to Work Week with his annual bike ride, and announced new city funding for bike-sharing.
May 13th, 2013 by Dave Reid
A Historic Milwaukee Celebration
Plus: A national green award for The Brewery; and bringing fruit trees to Walker's Point.
Feb 28th, 2013 by Urban Milwaukee
Biking Takes Spotlight this Summer
Highlights include 76 miles of new or improved bike lanes, and a raised bike lane for Bay View.
May 30th, 2012 by Dave Reid
The Nomad is Home to Milwaukee’s Second On-Street Bike Corral
Portland has 67 on-street bike corrals while Milwaukee now has just two. With the latest being installed this past week at the Nomad on the Lower East Side. The Nomad's new bike corral is located in an used space along Warren St., and just as Alterra's on-street bike corral removed no regular automobile parking spots, none were removed to install these racks.
Jul 18th, 2011 by Dave Reid
Public Safety Committee Approves New Milwaukee Bike Plan
The Bicycle Master Plan was presented to the Public Safety Committee at the September 16th, 2010 meeting.
Sep 17th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Milwaukee is Moving Forward with New Bicycle Plan
Milwaukee’s first bicycle plan came out in 1993. Since that time the city has realized most of the plan’s major recommendations and has added over 115 miles of bicycle lanes and routes to the city. The new plan lays out a Vision for Milwaukee 2020. That would include adding over 170 miles of new on-street bike infrastructure and almost 7 miles of new paved trails.
Jul 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
