bicycling

New Project: INTERSECTION 911

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After moving to Portland last September, I’ve largely enjoyed my new city’s smart planning and general responsiveness to unsafe conditions. I noticed, however, a few things unique to Portland that made intersections feel less safe: Lots of 2-way stops, even though 4-ways seem a safer bet Plenty of streets intersecting larger, arterial byways have very … Read more

I’m Riding My Bicycle From Portland to San Francisco!

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We’re actually starting in Astoria, Oregon, which is a hair north of Portland but on the coast. Here’s a map: View Larger Map Here’s a rough itinerary with daily mileage, I think it’s changed a bit but you get the idea: Day 1: Astoria to Manzanita (37.8) Day 2: Manzanita to Netarts (40.1) via cheese … Read more

How to Share The Road in 30 seconds

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Notice how the bicyclist does not weave in and out between parked cars. Many cyclists think they should get as far to the right at all times.  What I believe is the safest way to ride is staying 3ft from parked cars, and towards the right in the travel lane. This benefits both the driver … Read more