Entries by Rodney

Utility Cycling

When the subject of utility cycling arose in late 2009, I landed on a blog dedicated to such. After commenting about a cargo bike video, Melanie Meyers, at www.utilitycycling.org, extended an invitation to be part of a post regarding bicycle trailers. Thanks Keri, for the photos accompanying the interview!

Parcel Delivery by Bike

Utility cycling. Something many of us commuters have delved into of recent. Found an interesting post and clip of a beta test that UPS is doing for local delivery. httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3RzshYYefc Interesting to note that the expected 25-50 daily deliveries was surpassed by some riders. Even with the inclement weather!

Epic Riders Wanted

I rode the ADA’s Tour de Cure this past February and had a GREAT time. A team is being assembled and is currently in need of two riders to reach the minimum. The 100 mile course was so enjoyable that it was chosen again for this year. But alas, the location has been changed for […]

Ice Cream Night Ride

As a commuter community, riding our bikes to work is both fun and exiting.  I presume that many are of the typical daylight commuters.  If not, then you know how much FUN night rides can be. For some this may be a whole new experience.  Posted in our forum were several ideas about doing a […]

“Walkable Neighborhoods”

Saw this on CNN.com the yesterday.  Interesting to note,  CommuteOrlando.com  and our fellow bike blogs  has mentioned www.walkscore.com on a couple of times. Even though walkscore is not perfect, the research that is gained from using the site can help those choose a new home or neighborhood.  Or at best, learn about shops and businesses […]

Don’t be a John/Jane Doe

With the weather warming up (sometimes too warm), many folks have taken to riding their bicycles, walking, and just getting outdoors.  I recently have been reviewing the linked cycling blogs at CommuteOrlando.com. Some unfortunate and distrubing news of cyclists/people on bikes getting injured, maimed, and killed.  These results were in my mind as I started […]

Bikes Use Full Lane

I was recently on the CycleDallas Blogspot and saw this awesome picture.  fred_dot_u has proven that he is one  to stir up the pot when it comes to making changes in bicycle culture! This is the kind of stuff Mighk mentioned we need to do to change perceptions and culture.  Thanks Fred for the wonderful […]