bike lanes https://momentummag.com/tag/bike-lanes/ smart living by bike Thu, 20 Feb 2025 02:06:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Cities Start to Backpedal on Bike Lanes: A Growing Crisis for Cyclists https://momentummag.com/cities-start-to-backpedal-on-bike-lanes-a-growing-crisis-for-cyclists/ https://momentummag.com/cities-start-to-backpedal-on-bike-lanes-a-growing-crisis-for-cyclists/#respond Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:30:56 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=41071 First it was Premier Doug Ford in Ontario, Canada proposing and enacting legislation to rip up millions of dollars in bicycle infrastructure. There are protests ongoing, local politicians and groups lined up to oppose the move, but still it happens. The trend to remove bike lanes is growing, and it is scary, and based in […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/cities-start-to-backpedal-on-bike-lanes-a-growing-crisis-for-cyclists/feed/ 0 Unexpected Finds: The Weirdest Things Spotted in Bike Lanes https://momentummag.com/here-are-the-strangest-things-ever-seen-in-a-bike-lane/ https://momentummag.com/here-are-the-strangest-things-ever-seen-in-a-bike-lane/#comments Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:00:04 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=40640 If you’ve ever ridden through a city bike lane, you’ve probably encountered a few typical obstacles—a pothole here, a puddle there, or maybe a curious dog tagging along for the ride. But what happens when the unexpected happens in the bike lane? What if the things you encounter don’t just challenge your ride, but defy […]

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]]> https://momentummag.com/here-are-the-strangest-things-ever-seen-in-a-bike-lane/feed/ 1 Ontario Government Move to Limit Bike Lanes Sparks Outrage in Toronto https://momentummag.com/ontario-government-move-to-limit-bike-lanes-sparks-outrage-in-toronto/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 13:30:37 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=40514 In a move that has raised serious concerns among urban planners, road safety advocates, Toronto residents, 120 physicians and researchers from the University of Toronto, a local business association, and, well, a lot of other people, the Ontario government has added an amendment to Bill 212 that could have sweeping implications for the city’s cycling […]

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]]> The latest list of worst bike lanes on the planet as submitted by our readers https://momentummag.com/worst-bike-lanes/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:40:10 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=37682 Once again, we took to the social media airwaves to name and share the worst bike lanes on the planet. And, readers responded with a wide area of awfully designed bicycle infrastructure that not only looks ridiculous and serves little real purpose, but is also dangerous and puts cyclists at risk. In the realm of […]

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]]> Lyon Study Shows Cyclists Traveling Through Red Lights Could Help Traffic https://momentummag.com/lyon-study-shows-cyclists-traveling-through-red-lights-could-help-traffic/ Tue, 24 Sep 2024 14:53:01 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=40183 As part of Lyon’s Urban Mobility Plan aimed at promoting cycling, new traffic signs have been introduced to make it easier for cyclists to navigate intersections. The M12 panels and R19 signals allow cyclists to cross red lights under specific conditions, designed to enhance safety and efficiency on the road. This initiative has been closely […]

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]]> Move Over Montreal: Here Are Canada’s Top New Urban Cycling Cities https://momentummag.com/canada-top-new-urban-cycling-cities/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:30:03 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=39418 Going back a decade, Montreal and Vancouver were two Canadian cities that took urban cycling seriously by investing in safe infrastructure including separated bike lanes, bike share, and more. One of those cities is still going great with Montreal establishing itself as one of the top bicycle-friendly cities in North America. Vancouver, well, Vancouver is […]

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]]> Rovelo’s Tom Flood and his bold and captivating bicycle advocacy https://momentummag.com/rovelos-tom-flood-and-his-bold-bicycle-advocacy-is-turning/ Thu, 22 Aug 2024 13:34:16 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=39905 You might not know Tom Flood, or recognise him in a Toronto bike lane, but if you’re part of the bike advocacy community, and active on social media, you’ve likely seen his work at Rovelo Creative. It is pushing boundaries, it is ushering in change and it is brilliant. Flood is tired of victim blaming, […]

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]]> Paris Adds 60 km of Bike Lanes in Build-up to the 2024 Olympic Games https://momentummag.com/paris-adds-60-km-of-bike-lanes-in-build-up-to-the-2024-olympic-games/ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 13:45:35 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=39592 As Paris gears up to host the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the city is making strides to ensure a greener, more bike-friendly environment. The ambitious plan includes 60 kilometers of new bike lanes designed to link all competition venues, creating a seamless and eco-friendly way for spectators and athletes alike to navigate the city. […]

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]]> Bicycling grew more in Chicago than in any other major American city in the last five years https://momentummag.com/bicycling-grew-more-in-chicago-than-in-any-other-major-american-city-in-the-last-five-years/ Tue, 21 May 2024 13:15:29 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=39252 Chicago is in the midst of a biking renaissance, marked by a notable increase in cycling activity across the city. This surge has been meticulously quantified by the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) through its partnership with Replica. This collaboration has enabled CDOT to measure the significant impact of its continued investments in expanding and […]

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]]> REI Study Shows Majority Would Opt for Active Transportation with Dedicated Bike Lanes https://momentummag.com/rei-study-shows-majority-would-opt-for-active-transportation-with-dedicated-bike-lanes/ Thu, 16 May 2024 13:15:10 +0000 https://momentummag.com/?p=39255 A recent consumer study conducted by specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op has unveiled significant insights into the barriers and opportunities surrounding active transportation in the United States. The active transportation study offers data that can aid city planners and transportation departments in enhancing mobility options for their communities, particularly through increased use of bicycles. REI’s […]

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